Loon Lake School Near Cloyne, Built 1868
One of the first schools in the area, the Loon Lake School still stands and is privately owned near the corner of the Skootamatta Lake Road and Hughes Landing Road north of Cloyne...Part of the Ken and Cathy Ho... More
Loon Lake Dam, Cloyne and District Historical Society
A photo of the dam at Loon Lake (now Skootamatta Lake). .Unknown date.
Bon Echo Inn - Mazinaw Lake, Cloyne and District Historical Society
The Bon Echo Inn was built around 1901 and open for business for the 1903 tourist season. Unknown date of photograph...Part of the Bon Echo Provincial Park Collection.Note: All CDHS Flickr content is availabl... More
Springer Homestead - near Cloyne
Unknown date of this photograph..The Springer Homestead or 'Springer Place' was located at the north end of Snider Road just north of Cloyne. It is near Springer Lake - a small lake to the southeast of Snider'... More
A Cozy Nook - 1908 at Bon Echo Inn
Another historic photo from Bob Blatchford's photo album dated August 1908. This gazebo was on the shore of Mazinaw Lake and part of the Bon Echo Inn property. Mazinaw Rock is evident in the background.
Sawyer Stoll Log Drive Crew, Cloyne and District Historical Society
At the Massanoga Mill. Unknown date or identity of men. Public domain photograph of industrial workers, factory building, work, assembly line, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description
S. A. Wheeler's General Store, Cloyne
The history of what is now Grand’s General Store began in 1887, when John Graham bought the property from Charles Benny. In 1905, the business was operated by Philip (Mont) Wickware who purchased it from John G... More
Springer Farmily Farm, Cloyne and District Historical Society
Back of photo:."Dad and Mother Springer and Vera with old dog 'Gyp'"..Unknown date..From Howard and Sharon Price Collection...Note: All CDHS Flickr content is available for public use. For all commercial use re... More
Malcolm Miller & Mac Salmond, Cloyne and District Historical Society
Malcolm lived in Harlowe and guided at Salmond's Resort on Mississagagon Lake. Mac Salmond was one of the sons of George and Evelyn Salmond- owners of Salmond's Resort. Mac had 3 brothers - Bud, Ken and Don. .... More
Unknown Woman on Cabin Deck - Salmond's Resort
An unknown woman is photographed on the deck of this cabin at Salmond’s Resort on Mississagagon Lake near Cloyne, Ontario..Unknown date.
Harvey & Rachel Spencer's Store - Cloyne
This vintage postcard of Spencer's Store in Cloyne has no date. .Based on the car in the foreground, this might be a Ford Model A, 1928-1930..Notice the store is at road level before Highway #41 was constructe... More
Bon Echo Inn Manager's Cottage- circa 1935
This photo is one of a series of 19 photos taken in 1935 of the various outbuildings of the famous Bon Echo Inn. The Inn was destroyed by fire from a lightning strike one year later.
Bon Echo Inn Manager's Cottage- circa 1935
This photo is one of a series of 19 photos taken in 1935 of the various outbuildings of the famous Bon Echo Inn. The Inn was destroyed by fire from a lightning strike one year later.
Bon Echo Brochure side 1
Unknown date of this brochure from the Bon Echo Archives but pre-1936...Part of the Bon Echo Provincial Park Collection.Note: All CDHS Flickr content is available for the public use (non-commercial) providing o... More
Barbara Ann Scott Attends 1947 Lumbermen's Picnic
The 1947 Lumbermen's Picnic in Cloyne was a roaring success with attendance figures ranging from 6,000 (Globe and Mail) to 12,000 (Toronto Evening Telegram) depending upon the reporting..One of the visiting dig... More
A Good Catch at Salmond's Resort
This photo is unlabelled as to the names of the fisherman. Certainly a good days catch at Salmond's Resort near Cloyne..Date on the edge of the photo reads June 1961 although actual date could be earlier.
Jack Bishop at Home Working the Hay - 1961
This photo shows Jack Bishop working in the hay at his home which still stands, immediately south of the O'Donnell Road (between Cloyne and Northbrook). ..Part of the Muriel and John VanNess Collection.Note: Al... More
Jack Bishop - 1964, Cloyne and District Historical Society
It appears Jack Bishop is getting ready to boil sap. Their farm was immediately south of the O'Donnell Road on Highway #41 south of Cloyne..Part of the Muriel and John VanNess Collection.Note: All CDHS Flickr c... More
Canadian Size Bear - May 1985 Ontario Canada
Back of photo states 'Canadian Size Bear'- Ontario Canada. Bob Peltzer shot this one at Salmond’s Hunt Camp near Cloyne. The bear reportedly weighed 825 lbs.
Loon Lake Photo, Cloyne and District Historical Society
Description on photo reads:.Walter Oborne- Lucy- Bowles- Lees-..Unknown date or location on Loon Lake.
Cabins 3 and 4, Salmond's Resort
A postcard of cabins with unknown date. Salmond’s Resort was on Mississagagon Lake.
Early Bon Echo Brochure -1903, Cloyne and District Historical Society
In 1901 the the Price's had built the Inn and several other cottages and outbuildings. This brochure in 1903 was already the third edition. It has been said (Merrill Denison) that Mrs. Price came up with the n... More
Early Bon Echo Brochure -1903
In 1901 the the Price's had built the Inn and several other cottages and outbuildings. This brochure in 1903 was already the third edition. It has been said (Merrill Denison) that Mrs. Price came up with the n... More
Alfred Ross Oborne (A.R. O.), Cloyne and District Historical Society
Alfred Ross Oborne. Unknown date and location of photograph. See album description for details on Mr. Oborne.
Oborne Point View Towards Mike's Island
A Post card of Mike's Island (Mike Schwager) on Loon Lake (now called Skootamatta) as viewed from the Oborne Point (once an island) or cottage location of Bob Blatchford...At one time a Post Office was operated... More
Ida Wickware - Unknown date
Part of the Sandi Wickware Collection.Note: All CDHS Flickr content is available for the public use providing our Rights Statement is followed:.pioneer.mazinaw.on.ca/flickr_statement.php ( http://pioneer.mazina... More
Pearson House - Loon Lake, 1926
The Pearson House (or cottage) as it appeared on Loon Lake near Cloyne in 1926.
Camp Mazinaw at Mazinaw Rock c1933
The Mazinaw Rock during the time of the first Mazinaw Boys Camp, between 1929 and approximately 1934...Mazinaw Rock (sometimes erroniously, called Bon Echo Rock) is a high rock cliff rising just shy of 300 feet... More
Children Bathing at Bon Echo, Cloyne
Unknown date of photograph, likely circa 1930s..It appears this is the Main Beach. .Courtesy Vintage Kingston Facebook.
Bon Echo Inn White House - circa 1935
This photo is one of a series of 19 photos taken in 1935 of the various outbuildings of the famous Bon Echo Inn. The Inn was destroyed by fire from a lightning strike one year later.
Original Programme - Lumbermen's Picnic - pg 3
The Picnic was held in Cloyne at the old Barrie Hall on Saturday June 28th, 1947.
Old Timer at the Lumbermen's Picnic - Cloyne - 1947
The back of this photo has the inscription:.'One of the picturesque old timers of the lumber country - Mr. J. McMillan (Enterprise) was an interested spectator.'
Hermitage Lodge (Inn), Mazinaw Lake, Cloyne
The Hermitage Lodge (or Inn) was operated by William Maloney and was constructed in the mid 1950s by a local contractor, Fred Garbutt. The lodge was on the west side of the Upper Mazinaw Lake where North Mazina... More
Bud Salmond's Truck - Salmond's Resort
His truck at the Old Camp, 1951.Salmond's Resort was located near Cloyne on Mississagagon Lake.
Meeks Family Photo - 1954, Cloyne and District Historical Society
Back Row: Donna Wood (baby)(B.W.) , Bill Wood, Ross Meeks, Marilyn Meeks (baby), Lenora Meeks (Ross's wife), Muriel Meeks (E.M.), Elburn Meeks Sr., Dorothy Meeks, Andrew Meeks (Grandpa), Evelyn Meeks (Joe's wif... More
Jack Bishop at Home Working the Hay - 1961
This photo shows Jack Bishop working in the hay at his home which still stands, immediately south of the O'Donnell Road (between Cloyne and Northbrook). ..Part of the Muriel and John VanNess Collection.Note: Al... More
Bon Echo Park to Open - 1961, Cloyne and District Historical Society
This tiny article made it to the front page of the Napanee Beaver, March 8th 1961..Bon Echo Provincial Park official opening was not until 1965.
Cloyne Public School Staff 1970-1971
Pictured here (left to right) are:.. Glenn Davison (Principal and teacher for grades 7 & 8). Donna Kay (music teacher). Ezra Ball (NAEC Principal) .Jessie Meeks (teacher for grades 1,2,3). Sheldon Snider (teach... More
1977-78 Vacation Guide - Cloyne, Denbigh
Includes Skootamatta Lake and Mazinaw Lake...The Pioneer Museum in Cloyne has a good collection of vintage Land O' Lakes Tourism Vacation Guides. These guides portray many of the area businesses from the 1960s ... More
Cloyne United Church Sign - circa 1979
From the UCW Scrapbook.
Tea at Treadles - Cloyne UCW, Cloyne and District Historical Society
Each year the Cloyne United Church Women had an annual tea at Treadles Tea Room in Northbrook. Date of this photo: June 19th 1990...Ladies in photo: Left: Fran Sowden, Back left: Doris Wilson, Centre back: Ruth... More
(Clayton) Moore's Cottage Loon Lake
This is the cottage of the parents of Clayton Moore known later in life as the Lone Ranger. Clayton's family spent many summers here. This cottage was located on Loon Lake (now Skootamatta Lake) near Cloyne, On... More
Bob Blatchford Tribute 1932- 2015
A tribute to long-time CDHS member and contributor - Bob Blatchford. This framed collection of photos from Bob is proudly displayed in the Pioneer Museum in Cloyne and was presented to Bob's family at a CDHS m... More
Mrs. Morasette, Cloyne and District Historical Society
Photo labeled with above name and 'Loon Lake'..Unknown date.
Loon Lake Lodge Christmas Greetings
The fish are big in Loon Lake (now called Skootamatta)!.Left to right: George Hope, Bill Hope (Grandpa Hope), Paul Sowden, Grandma Hope, Fran Sowden and Mike Sowden...From Muriel and John VanNess Collection..Un... More
Construction at Salmond's Resort
Unknown date..(L-R): Russell Brown, Ken Salmond, George Salmond (bent over), Ron Salmond (small boy), 2 other men unknown.
Garnett Martin Gathering Hay - Fernleigh
Garnett Martin gathering hay on the family farm on Road 506 in North Frontenac Township- unknown date..The Martin farm was to the south of Road 506 (formerly Highway #506) and underneath the hydro lines. The b... More
Closeup of Badminton Court - Bon Echo Inn, 1927
The people are unknown in this photograph as is the exact location of the badminton court. The badminton and tennis courts plus the riding stables were added to the Inn property in 1922.
Pearson Cottage August, 1925, Cloyne and District Historical Society
The Pearson Cottage was on Loon Lake. This photo was take in August 1925.
Mr. & Mrs. Jack McCausland of Cloyne, 1933
Inscription on back of photo:.'This picture was taken after Mother & Jack were married by Reverend Edwards from the United Church in Flinton in the fall of 1933..Mother- Anna Bernice nee Springer (George Henry ... More
Bon Echo Inn Caretaker's cottage - 1935
This photo is one of a series of 19 photos taken in 1935 of the various outbuildings of the famous Bon Echo Inn. The Inn was destroyed by fire from a lightning strike one year later. ..This was the cottage Mik... More
Workman's Cottage at Bon Echo Inn - circa 1935
This photo is one of a series of 19 photos taken in 1935 of the various outbuildings of the famous Bon Echo Inn. The Inn was destroyed by fire from a lightning strike one year later.
Bon Echo Inn White House Office and Tuck Shop
This photo is one of a series of 19 photos taken in 1935 of the various outbuildings of the famous Bon Echo Inn. The Inn was destroyed by fire from a lightning strike one year later.
Photo from the top of Bon Echo - prior to 1936
Back of photo description is the next photo. Taken prior to 1936 as this was the date the Bon Echo Inn was destroyed by fire. This photo is facing southwest...Notice the long dock near the centre of the photo... More
Barrie SS#!, 1937, Cloyne and District Historical Society
We need help identifying these children. It appears the date is September 22nd, 1937 although the slate is cut-off...Part of the Allison Meeks Collection.Note: All CDHS Flickr content is available for the publ... More
Barbara Ann Scott & R.W. Kimmerly - 1947
This photo was taken at the Lumbermen's Picnic in Cloyne in 1947. R.W. Kimberly was a major sponsor of the Picnic and owned Kimmerly Lumber in Napanee. ..The photo was taken in front of the Barrie Hall in Cloyne.
Lumbermen's Picnic, Cloyne 1947
Mrs. Ferne King of Cloyne poses with Almonte Lloyd- contestant before the match.
Camp Mazinaw - Main Lodge c 1977
The history below was compiled by Ken & Cathy Hook through interviews in August 2008 from Paul and Martha McLean and Jim Smart (former camper)..The Photo above is from the Bon Echo Park Archives...One of the mo... More
Camp Mazinaw - Main Lodge c 1977
The history below was compiled by Ken & Cathy Hook through interviews in August 2008 from Paul and Martha McLean and Jim Smart (former camper)..The Photo above is from the Bon Echo Park Archives...One of the mo... More
Elburn, Dorothy and Elburn Jr. at the Keith's - 1961
This photo was taken at the home of Gilbert Keith on the Skootamatta Lake Road..Pictured left to right: Elburn Meeks Sr., Dorothy Meeks and Elburn Meeks Jr..From Muriel and John VanNess Collection..Photo taken ... More
1977-78 Land O Lakes Vacation Guild - Marble Lake
Including Kashwakamak , Mississagagon and Plevna...The Pioneer Museum in Cloyne has a good collection of vintage Land O' Lakes Tourism Vacation Guides. These guides portray many of the area businesses from the ... More
Wheeler's Store - Downtown Cloyne
Back of photo states:.'In centre is the general store and Post Office in Cloyne. On the right is the Town Hall. The store was 'Wheelers' then 'Spencers'. That truck was going fast!'..Unknown date of photo..Fro... More
Head Farmhouse, Head Road- Cloyne
This is the Head Farmhouse which was once at the end of Head Road south of Mazinaw Lake, north of Cloyne..Only the foundation remains today..Unknown date of photograph.
Myer's Cave Lodge - Unknown date
Myer's Cave Lodge is located at Myer's Cave between Cloyne and Fernleigh on Marble Lake. Unknown date of photo..According to the current website: www.myerscaveresort.com ( http://www.myerscaveresort.com ) the ... More
Bon Echo Inn Architect's Drawing
This interesting drawing was used for the construction of the Bon Echo Inn. Notice the flag on the left says 'Bon Echo Inn' followed by the Canadian Red Ensign and to the right, the American Flag. Dr. Weston ... More
1906 Brochure of Bon Echo Inn, Cloyne and District Historical Society
Interesting cover of the Bon Echo Inn brochure. At this time the Inn was newly built (1901) by Dr. Weston Price along with several outbuildings...In 1906 the Inn rates ranged from $9-$15.00 per week - a rate co... More
A Cozy Nook - 1908 at Bon Echo Inn
Another historic photo from Bob Blatchford's photo album dated August 1908. This gazebo was on the shore of Mazinaw Lake and part of the Bon Echo Inn property. Mazinaw Rock is evident in the background.
Northbrook Girl Guide Camp - 1949 - Mazinaw Lake 2
As Mary Johnson quotes on the back of her photo:..'Our Bell Tents. Secured from Army Headquarters in Kingston, rent free - except we had to pay the freight ($24.00). On Mazinaw Lake on Bryce Brown property near... More
Albert Martin - Maple Syrup Time
Albert Martin at maple syrup time near Fernleigh- unknown date.
Bon Echo's Little Theatre - circa 1920
Theatre was an important part of Merrill Denison's life and it extended to Bon Echo to entertain guests at the Inn.
Road to Loon Lake 1920, Cloyne and District Historical Society
Interesting photograph of unknown man walking down what today is known as the Jacques Bay Road. This 'Road to Loon Lake' runs from the Loon Lake Road to Loon Lake (today known as Skootamatta Lake)...Interesting... More
Aboriginal Pictographs on Mazinaw Rock - Bon Echo
One of the original pictographs on the Mazinaw Rock. There have been over 250 different pictographs documented on the cliff face positioned just above the water line along its kilometre length. Most of them hav... More
Joe Meeks and Stan Hawley in Cloyne
Photo taken in front of Wise's store in Cloyne. Contributor is Gwen Leroux from her Grandma Perry's collection..Unknown date.
Bon Echo Inn Stable - circa 1935
This photo is one of a series of 19 photos taken in 1935 of the various outbuildings of the famous Bon Echo Inn. The Inn was destroyed by fire from a lightning strike one year later. .Horseback riding was a f... More
The Narrows Bridge, Bon Echo - 1930
A view looking north at the Narrows showing the bridge in 1930. This was 6 years before the Bon Echo Inn was destroyed by fire...Part of the Peter and Mary Jane Turner Collection.Note: All CDHS Flickr content ... More
The Little Theatre at Bon Echo c 1920s-1930
This photo was featured in a 1930 brochure of the Bon Echo Inn by the Denisons outlining the wonders of Bon Echo. Merrill Denison - one of Canada's best playwrights was instrumental in arranging plays at the Li... More
Bon Echo Inn Laundry House - 1935
This photo is one of a series of 19 photos taken in 1935 of the various outbuildings of the famous Bon Echo Inn. The Inn was destroyed by fire from a lightning strike one year later.
Bon Echo Inn Storehouse - circa 1935
This photo is one of a series of 19 photos taken in 1935 of the various outbuildings of the famous Bon Echo Inn. The Inn was destroyed by fire from a lightning strike one year later.
Bon Echo Brochure side 2, Cloyne and District Historical Society
Unknown date of this brochure from the Bon Echo Archives but pre-1936...Part of the Bon Echo Provincial Park Collection.Note: All CDHS Flickr content is available for the public use (non-commercial) providing o... More
Log Chopping Contest - Lumberman's Picnic 1947
Another contest for the lumberjacks. This is a great photo - check out the man behind cheering on the chopper..Unknown men in photos.
Log Sawing Contest, Lumbermen's Picnic, Cloyne 1947
Dean Burgess and Kenneth Cummings of Enterprise grunt and groan through the log sawing contest finishing in about 30 seconds. The winning team did it in 16 seconds!
Graydon MacCrimmon, Sawyer Stoll Office 1942 Massanoga
Here stands a young Graydon MacCrimmon at the office door of Sawyer Stoll - Massanoga mill in 1942. Graydon did the accounting for the mill.
A Good Catch at Salmond's Resort
This photo is unlabelled as to the names of the fisherman. Certainly a good days catch at Salmond's Resort near Cloyne..Date on the edge of the photo reads June 1961 although actual date could be earlier.
George & Hester Bishop, Cloyne and District Historical Society
Unknown date. .Relatives to Clarence and Ruby Bishop..From Helen Yearwood Collection...Note: All CDHS Flickr content is available for public use. For all commercial use refer to: .pioneer.mazinaw.on.ca/flickr_s... More
Hermitage Lodge (Inn), Mazinaw Lake, Cloyne
The Hermitage Lodge (or Inn) was operated by William Maloney and was constructed in the mid 1950s by a local contractor, Fred Garbutt. The lodge was on the west side of the Upper Mazinaw Lake where North Mazina... More
Back of Photo from Top of Bon Echo Rock - Shirley Grant
Description of previous photo.
George Salmond, Dr. Emerson, Cloyne and District Historical Society
Unknown date. On Shoepack Lake. Dr. Emerson playing a bass with Salmond’s Resort owner George Salmond handling the boat.
Wickware's Store - early 1900s, now Grand's in Cloyne
This early photo shows the inside of Wickware's Store which was purchased in 1903 by Ora Wickware's father (Philip Almont Wickware and wife Mary Wise). The store is in the current location of Grand's General St... More
Cabins 3 and 4, Salmond's Resort
A postcard of cabins with unknown date. Salmond’s Resort was on Mississagagon Lake.
Flinton Hotel (Stewart House) Tavern License 1900-1901
The tavern license was contributed by Elaine and John Bolton. It was issued to Joseph Yanch at a cost of $90.00 soon after he purchased the Stewart House (aka Stewart Tavern or Flinton Hotel)...The hotel burned... More
Cloyne Postcard - 1915 postcard
This postcard contributed by Graydon McCrimmon.
Dad Springer by Big Barn Doors
Back of photo states:.'Dad Springer by big barn doors.'.Unknown date..From Howard and Sharon Price Collection...Note: All CDHS Flickr content is available for public use. For all commercial use refer to: .pione... More
Joe Meeks and Stan Hawley in Cloyne
Photo taken in front of Wise's store in Cloyne. Contributor is Gwen Leroux from her Grandma Perry's collection..Unknown date.
Closeup of Golf Photo in Bon Echo Brochure 1927
It is unknown who the golfers are in this photo.
Mike's Cabin & :Steven's Boat - Loon Lake
Mike Schwager's cabin is in the background in this 1928 photo of the Stevens boat on Loon Lake near Cloyne.
Andy Armstrong at the Homestead late 1930-1940s
It appears Andy Armstrong has something in this gun sights. Photo taken in the late 1930s or 1940s at the Armstrong homestead which is in back of the home of Ted VanNess on the Skootamatta Lake Road...Part of t... More
Snider Farm Snider Road, Cloyne and District Historical Society
This was the farm of Elsie and Andrew Snider north of Cloyne, Ontario. The logs on the house walls are pine from the area. The house was moved to its current location around 1935 from Snider Depot. ..Note the s... More
Barrie SS#!, 1937 - A group of children and adults posing for a pictur...
We need help identifying these children. It appears the date is September 22nd, 1937 although the slate is cut-off...Part of the Allison Meeks Collection.Note: All CDHS Flickr content is available for the publ... More
Barbara Ann Scott with Joey Grant Jr. - 1947
This photo was taken at the Lumbermen's Picnic in Cloyne on June 28th, 1947. Joey Grant Jr. was awarded 2nd place in the baby contest. Be sure to view all the Lumbermen's Picnic photos in the Alkenbrack album.