History of the County of Perth, 1825-1902
William Johnston, 1903

William H. HACKING was a pioneer of Listowel, and was born in Yorkshire, England, in 1810. His father was a Congregational minister, who emigrated to Canada with his family, settling in Whitchurch, County of York, where he took up land. Subsequent to Mr Hacking's leaving his home he resided five years in Guelph, and came to Listowel at an early day. He opened the pioneer store, and was appointed first postmaster. For other information regarding this pioneer see the history of Listowel and chapter on post offices.

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