The Court Houses of a Century / A Brief Historical Sketch of the Court Houses of London Distict, the County of Middlesex, and County of Elgin

The volume compiles a chronological history of courthouse buildings in the London District and the counties of Middlesex and Elgin between 1800 and 1900, tracing early temporary venues through successive permanent structures. It documents architectural designs, construction details, interior arrangements including court rooms, council chamber, library and jail, and records episodes such as fires, rebuilding, and formal openings. Accompanying plans, illustrations, and statistics illuminate changes in population and public need, while administrative records and contemporary addresses convey civic attitudes toward design, utility and commemoration of local pioneers.