Trent University
Peterborough, Ontario

2 December, 1963.

R. J. Thom, Esq.,
Master Planning Architect,
Trent University,
Peterborough, Ontario.

Dear Mr. Thom,

There are quite a number of buildings in Peterborough which I think you might possibly find of interest and worth examining from the point of view of their distinct style. Amongst these are the Court House and Gaol, St. Peter's Cathedral (Roman Catholic), St. John's Church (Anglican), and the Masonic Hall. Each of these is, I think, of some special interest as the result of their use of local stone and the evidence which they provide of the way in which this stone ages and its ability to stand the test of wear and tear of Peterborough weather conditions through a century or more. Each of these buildings has, too, features of interest exemplifying cultural traditions of the Trent Valley.

Amongst other buildings which might be of interest to you are "Government House" which is now the Peterborough Club at 123 Simcoe Street, and the buildings at 167 and 270 Brock Street.

Yours sincerely,
[signed]
T.H.B. Symons,
President and Vice-Chancellor.