The Pioneer Trail at Waterville George Gale
GEORGE GALE
1824-1892
Originally from Vermont, George Gale arrived in Stanstead with his family in 1830. He started out as a farmer, but soon showed remarkable talent in engineering and working with his hands. After having built bridges and managed a number of mills, he founded George Gale & Sons in the early 1880s and established his two sons in the company. The factory, on the banks of the Coaticook River in Waterville, operated at full speed, producing springs and brass bedsteads. In expanding this successful enterprise, George’s eldest son Aldebert, opened a second factory in England. George Gale made an important contribution to the industrial growth of his municipality, whose economy still today rests on the many thriving businesses established in the community.
GPS : 45.280229 N, -71.892649 O
ADDRESS : Dominion Street, near the water tower
The voices of yesteryear at the heart of our landscapes
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Go to Dominion Street in Waterville and find George Gale at the foot of the water tower, which is still the chief emblem of this industrial town. Then, take the time to walk through the Cascades Park towards the dam restored in 2011. Continue on through the small streets that cross Main Street South (Principale sud), where you will find many well-preserved heritage houses and churches.
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Enjoy a CHARMING and CULTURALLY REWARDING
journey on our lovely roads!