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• The settlement of these lands begins quite early. Indeed, the first settler named Asa Smith settled there around 1788.
  About ten years later, around the beginning of the 19th century, other settlers settled there from the United States, Ireland and England.
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• The first Franklin Center school was built in 1830
  
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• The township of Franklin was incorporated by detachment from the township of Hemmingford in 1857.
  
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• 1860 - Église de Saint-Antoine-Abbé established at Saint-Antoine-Abbé
  
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• 1860 - Starnesborough (Starnesboro) - The name of the first Post Office in St-Antoine-d'Abbe. It operated from 1860 until 1919 when it changed its name to St-Antoine-Abbe Post Office.
  
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• In 1868, the post office under the name Franklin Center was opened.
  
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• 1873
  STARNESBOROUGH, or ST. ANTOINE ABBE, a post village in Chateauguay co., Que., 15 mile; from Hemmingford. It contains 2 stores and 2 hotels. Pop. 200.
  Lovell's gazetteer of British North America; J. Lovell; Montreal, 1873
  
•   1884 - Reverend Arrested
  MONTREAL, December 6, - Rev. F. R. Pepin, of St. Antoine Abbe parish, who is charged with indecently assaulting young girls attending confession in his church, has been arrested on criminal warrants, and will be brought here for trial.
  Dunkirk Evening Observer
  Dunkirk, New York
  December 6, 1884
  
• 1890 - Franklin Centre
  Franklln Centre, vil. and port of entry, Quebec, co. Huntingdon, 16 m. from Hemmingford. P. 300.
  
  Starnesborough, or St Antoine Abbe. post vil., Quebec, co. Chateauguay, 15 m. from Hemmingford.
  The Pocket Atlas and Gazetteer of the Dominion of Canada John George Bartholomew John Murdoch Harper January 1, 1890 London : J. Walker
  
• 1895 - Saint Antoine Abbé / Starnesborough
  Saint Antoine Abbé, or Starnesborough, a post-village in Chateauguay co., Quebec, 15 miles from Hemingford. It contains 2 stores and 2 hotels. Pop. 200.
  Lippincott's Gazetteer of the World: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World Containing Notices of Over One Hundred and Twenty-five Thousand Places ... Joseph Thomas January 1, 1895 J.B. Lippincott
  
• 1906
  Saint Antoine l'Abbe, Quebec. See Starnesborough.
  
  Starnesborough, a post-village of Huntingdon co., Quebec, 8 miles from Ormstown. Pop. 250.
  Lippincott's New Gazetteer: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World, Containing the Most Recent and Authentic Information Respecting the Countries, Cities, Towns ... in Every Portion of the Globe Publisher J.B. Lippincott Company, 1906
  
• 1916
  Franklin, or Franklin Center, also called Manningville, a post-village and outport of Huntingdon co., Quebec, 16 miles W. of Hemmingford. Pop. about 250. The banking point is Ormstown.
  Lippincotts New Gazetteer: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World, Containing the Most Recent and Authentic Information Respecting the Countries, Cities, Towns, Resorts, Islands, Rivers, Mountains, Seas, Lakes, Etc., in Every Portion of the Globe, Part 1 Angelo Heilprin Louis Heilprin - January 1, 1916 J.B. Lippincott - Publisher
  
•   1925 - St. ANTOINE-ABBE, Que. - Madame Hubert Brisson, 82, is in the hospital seriously injured as the result of being thrown from her buggy when crashed into by an auto.
  
  The Winnipeg Tribune
  Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
  April 29, 1925
  
•   1934 - Quebec Parents Charged With Child Murder. Two Held Responsible For Death by Ill-Treatment, Starvation. VERDICT IS GIVEN BY CORONER'S JURY.
  Girl's Body is Exhumed as Result of Rumors in District
  (By Canadian Press.)
  ST. ANTOINE ABBE, QUE., April 25 - Edouard Grouleau, 42, and his 30-year-old wife stood charged here Tuesday with the murder of their six-year-old daughter, Laura, who died April 14 last from starvation and ill-treatment.
  
  A jury under Coroner L. Savage, M.D., deliberated five minutes before returning its verdict, holding the couple criminally responsible for the child's death. The coroner thereupon signed a warrant charging Groleau and his wife with the murder.
  
  The parents were arraigned at Valleyfield, Que., today and Judge J. H. Lomay, district magistrate, will fix the date of the preliminary inquiry later.
  
  Body Exhumed
  First verdict rendered a few days after the child's death on April 14 was one of death due to coal oil poisoning, it having been proven that the child drank coal oil on March 2 last.
  
  Following the burial here, detectives heard rumors the child had been ill-treated by her... Read MORE...
  
  
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• 2023 - Here's a list of places to go and things to do in Franklin Centre and the surrounding area:
  Franklin Centre Historical Museum: Start your visit by exploring the local history at the Franklin Centre Historical Museum. This small but informative museum provides insights into the area's past, including its agricultural heritage and early settlers.
  
  St. Andrew's United Church: This historic church, built in 1846, is a beautiful example of Gothic Revival architecture. You can admire its exterior and, if you're lucky, attend a special event or concert inside.
  
  Nature Walks: Franklin Centre is surrounded by picturesque countryside. Take leisurely walks along the scenic country roads and enjoy the fresh air and peaceful landscapes. Don't forget your camera for capturing the beautiful vistas.
  
  Hunting and Fishing: If you're an outdoor enthusiast, Franklin Centre offers opportunities for hunting and fishing. Check local regulations and obtain the necessary permits before heading out.
  
  Picnicking at Parc des Deux Rivières: This park, located in nearby Howick, is a great spot... Read MORE...