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History of Napierville, Québec, Canada
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Also known as(Saint-Cyprien) (Saint-Édouard)
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ABOUT THE PLACE
About Napierville
Napierville
A town located at the junction of Rtes 219 and 221, east of Autoroute 15. (45.186N 73.406W) Named after Napier Christie (Burton), the owner of the Seigniories of Lacolle and De Léry in the early 1800s.
St-Cyprien-de-Napierville, Le Municipalité de Paroisse de
The rural municipality that includes or surrounds the town of Napierville. (45.17N 73.40W) It is now in the MRC Les Jardin-des-Napierville.
Cimetière de Napierville
A catholic cemetery in Napierville, located on Rte 219, 0.3mi (0.5km) north of the junction with Rte 221. (45.191N 73.402W)
Cimetière de St-Édouard de Napierville
A catholic cemetery in St-Édouard, located on Rte 221, 0.25mi (0.4 km) WNW of the corner with Rang de l'Eglise. (45.241N 73.514W)
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A town located at the junction of Rtes 219 and 221, east of Autoroute 15. (45.186N 73.406W) Named after Napier Christie (Burton), the owner of the Seigniories of Lacolle and De Léry in the early 1800s.
St-Cyprien-de-Napierville, Le Municipalité de Paroisse de
The rural municipality that includes or surrounds the town of Napierville. (45.17N 73.40W) It is now in the MRC Les Jardin-des-Napierville.
Cimetière de Napierville
A catholic cemetery in Napierville, located on Rte 219, 0.3mi (0.5km) north of the junction with Rte 221. (45.191N 73.402W)
Cimetière de St-Édouard de Napierville
A catholic cemetery in St-Édouard, located on Rte 221, 0.25mi (0.4 km) WNW of the corner with Rang de l'Eglise. (45.241N 73.514W)
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VINTAGE NAPIERVILLE
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Napierville, Québec, Canada
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LOCAL HISTORY
Discover Napierville: History, News, Travel, and Stories
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The modern history of Napierville begins in 1733, when the engineer Gaspard-Joseph Chaussegros de Léry obtains a seigniory in these places.
However, the seigneury of De Léry remained sparsely inhabited until the end of the 18th century and the parish of Saint-Cyprien-de-De Léry was not founded until 1831.
1823 - Église de Saint-Cyprien established at Napierville
1832 - Napierville post office opens
In 1834, a courthouse-prison was built there serving the entire region. The building was erected according to plans drawn by Montreal architects Thompson and Parry.
1837 - July - Rebellion of 1837 - Louis-Joseph Papineau chairs an illegal protest meeting at Napierville with Cyrille Côté.
On 12 July 1837, an anti-coercive assembly took place at Napierville, the most important Patriote demonstration in the comté during 1837, according to La Minerve attended by 4,000 people.
1838 - November 10 - Lower Canada Rebellion
Lord Colborne arrives at Napierville with 8,000 soldiers to disperse the rebellion of Dr. Robert Nelson and his Frères Chasseurs (Hunters Lodges); they go on to burn the town of Beauharnois, Québec, and the houses of known rebels in the area.
1844 - Parish of St-Edouard-de-Napierville opens
1873
NAPIERVILLE, a county in the S. part of Quebec intersected by the Grand Trunk railway (Proviace Line division). Area 97,120 acres. Capital, Napierviile. Pop. 11,688.
NAPIERVILLE, or ST. CYPRIEN, a thriving post village of Quebec, capital of the co. of Napierville, situated on Montreal river, 7 miles from Stottville, 27 miles S.E. of Montreal. It contains a Roman Catholic church, several stores and hotels, a tannery, and saw, grist and carding nulls. Pop. 1,000.
NAPIERVILLE, or ST. CYPRIEN, a thriving post village of Quebec, capital of the co. of Napierville, situated on Montreal river, 7 miles from Stottville, 27 miles S.E. of Montreal. It contains a Roman Catholic church, several stores and hotels, a tannery, and saw, grist and carding nulls. Pop. 1,000.
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1889 - Saint-Cyprien church was built according to the plans of Maurice Perrault and Albert Mesnard.
1890 - Napierville
"Napier-ville. or St Cyprien, vil., Quebec, chef-lieu of above co., on Montreal river and 27 m., SE. of Montreal. P. 922"
1895 - Napierville / Saint Cyprien
Napierville, or Saint Cyprien, a post-village of Quebec, capital of the co. of Napierville, situated on Montreal River, 27 miles S.E. of Montreal. It contains a church, several stores and hotels, a tannery, and saw-, grist-, and carding-mills. Pop. 1000.
1906
Napierville, or Saint Cyprien, a banking post-village of Quebec, capital of the co. of Napierville, situated on the Montreal River, 27 miles SE. of Montreal. It has saw, grist, and flax-mills, butter-factories, and a tannery. Pop. about 900.
Saint Edouard, a post-village of Napierville co., Quebec on Riviere La Tortue, 4 miles from La Pigeonniere.
Saint Edouard, a post-village of Napierville co., Quebec on Riviere La Tortue, 4 miles from La Pigeonniere.
1912 - CHAMPION LOUIS CYR DIES AT MONTREAL
By International News Service
MONTREAL, Nov. 10. - Louis Cyr, aged forty-nine, born at St. Cyprien, Quebec, the world's champion weight lifter, died here today at his daughter's residence after a week's illness. Cyr toured Europe exhibited with the Barnum and Ringling concerns, and ran a circus himself for a time in Canada and the United States. His best unequaled record was made in Boston in 1895 when he lifted eighteen men on a platform - a total weight of 3665 pounds. He weighed at one time 365, but dropped recently to 185. He was an inveterate smoker and a great eater, but a teetotaler. His mother-in-law, Mrs. Comtois, died from heart failure at Cyr's bedside yesterday morning.
MONTREAL, Nov. 10. - Louis Cyr, aged forty-nine, born at St. Cyprien, Quebec, the world's champion weight lifter, died here today at his daughter's residence after a week's illness. Cyr toured Europe exhibited with the Barnum and Ringling concerns, and ran a circus himself for a time in Canada and the United States. His best unequaled record was made in Boston in 1895 when he lifted eighteen men on a platform - a total weight of 3665 pounds. He weighed at one time 365, but dropped recently to 185. He was an inveterate smoker and a great eater, but a teetotaler. His mother-in-law, Mrs. Comtois, died from heart failure at Cyr's bedside yesterday morning.
1941 - STRUCK HEAD ON STONE
ST. CYPRIEN, Que., July 2. - Edgar Delisle, 14, was drowned today in the Trois Pistoles River when he struck his head on a stone after making a dive.
Here's a list of places to go and things to do in Napierville and its surrounding areas:
Parc Des Patriotes: Start your visit with a leisurely stroll or a picnic at Parc Des Patriotes. This scenic park is perfect for unwinding and enjoying the great outdoors. It also hosts events and festivals throughout the year.
La Maison Boutin: If you're interested in history, don't miss a visit to La Maison Boutin. This heritage house, dating back to 1783, offers guided tours that provide insights into the area's rich past.
Bleu Lavande: Located a short drive away in Fitch Bay, Bleu Lavande is a lavender farm that offers a delightful sensory experience. Explore the lavender fields, enjoy the fragrant aromas, and shop for lavender-infused products.
Le Verger Labonté: Experience the charm of a Quebecois orchard at Le Verger Labonté. Depending on the season, you can pick your own apples, pumpkins, or strawberries. They also have a farm market with delicious local products.
Napierville Golf Club: If you're a golf enthusiast, spend a day at the Napierville Golf Club. This...
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La Maison Boutin: If you're interested in history, don't miss a visit to La Maison Boutin. This heritage house, dating back to 1783, offers guided tours that provide insights into the area's rich past.
Bleu Lavande: Located a short drive away in Fitch Bay, Bleu Lavande is a lavender farm that offers a delightful sensory experience. Explore the lavender fields, enjoy the fragrant aromas, and shop for lavender-infused products.
Le Verger Labonté: Experience the charm of a Quebecois orchard at Le Verger Labonté. Depending on the season, you can pick your own apples, pumpkins, or strawberries. They also have a farm market with delicious local products.
Napierville Golf Club: If you're a golf enthusiast, spend a day at the Napierville Golf Club. This...
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