1932: Robert Oliver

Robert Oliver, East Nissouri

Born on June 14, 1869 on Lot 12 Concession 9 East Nissouri (Kintore), Robert Oliver was a farmer and contractor. In 1919, he purchased the Kester family hardware store in Thamesford, Ontario. Eventually known as Oliver Brothers Hardware Store, he operated the business for over 30 years before his nephew and brother-in-law took over. Mr. Oliver represented East Nissouri Township on County Council for three years as Deputy Reeve, Reeve and Warden. He would also serve on the Thamesford Village Council.

He was the director of the Thamesford Waterworks, served as a Justice of the Peace, and was Secretary-Treasurer of the East Nissouri Telephone Company. In addition, he was a past master of King Solomon Lodge No. 394, a member of the Canadian Order of Foresters and an ardent member of the Thamesford Bowling Club. He passed away on November 13, 1949.