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References
- ↑ "Bonnington Falls (locality)". BC Geographical Names.
- ↑ "Nelson Star, 30 Jun 2013". www.nelsonstar.com.
- ↑ "1910 BC Directory". www.bccd.vpl.ca.
- ↑ "Nelson Star, 21 Nov 2015". www.nelsonstar.com.
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