May 1, 1902
Harborville
We regret to announce the death of Mr. Edmond Burns, which took place on Thursday, after a painful illness of nine days. Loving hands administered to the sufferers wants and sought to restore him, but time had come for the cares of this world to cease. His two sisters, Annie and Amanda, accompanied by their brothers, Melbourne and Joseph, arrived home on Saturday, in time to attend the funeral which was held on Sunday and was largely attended. Their many friends extend deepest sympathy to the bereaved family.
We are glad to hear that Charles Burns is recovering and hope to see him round again in a few days.
Mr. Clarence Spicer, who has been living in Boston for some time, came home on Saturday having been called to the sick bed of his mother, Mrs. Edward Spicer.
Mr. and Mrs. Ansel Vaughn visited Mrs. Vaughn’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Pelton, on Sunday last.
The meat cart, which has had quite a long vacation, made its first appearance on Saturday receiving a most hearty welcome.
Mrs. Melbourne Cook and family who have been with Mr. Cook, in the barge, for some time, returned to their home in Harborville, last week.
Mr. LeRoy Kennealy spent Sunday with his mother.
We are sorry to hear that MR. Wm. Saunders is very ill with Pneumonia.
Mr. Weston Balcom has had his house raised and intends putting some repairs on it.
Mr. James Cook, of Margaretville, arrived on Friday to assist in building the Yacht.
Miss Lucy Cahill has returned home.
Miss Amanda Burns left on Monday for Boston, by way of St. John.
The Methodist congregation at this place had the pleasure of listening to a very interesting sermon on Sunday, delivered by Rev. Mr. Tuttle.
Mr. Solomon Bowlby raised Mr. Allan Spicer’s house one day last week.
Mr. Roscoe I. Cook is busily engaged in repairing his vessel.