Historical Markers in Hastings County, Ontario

By Kevin Craft, August 5, 2011

Nelson International Raceway Marker

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1 ► Ontario, Hastings County, Shannonville — Nelson International Raceway —

This was the original name of SMP when the track was first built in 1975. After coming to Canada from Ireland in 1954, John Nelson followed his passion for motorcycles and racing. He owned several bike shops in Toronto and became quite an . . . — — Map (db m77758) HM

2 ► Ontario, Hastings County, Tweed — The Hungerford Smallpox Epidemic of 1884 —

The viral disease of smallpox - widespread in 19th century Ontario - flared up in a severe epidemic in Hungerford Township in 1884. The outbreak claimed at least 45 lives in 202 reported cases and disrupted economic activity and family life for many . . . — — Map (db m74023) HM