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Special to the Journal. CHESTERVILLE,
Nov. 12 The inquest into the death of Angus Price, C.P.R. section man, who was
killed on the C.P.R. tracks at 8.30 a.m., on Thursday, November 8, by engine
number 3100, on a westbound freight running between Montreal and Smiths Falls,
was conducted by Coroner P. McLaughlin of Winchester, at the Town Hall here. The
jury selected were: F. McCloskey, foreman, H. Marcellus, M. Shaver, Geo.
Barkley, Wesley Hamilton, Andrew Wilson, Isaac Garrow, W. H. Casselman, Jas. Masterson,
Wesley Fulton, George Hunt and James McAvoy
The verdict of the jury was - We, your jurors, empanelled for the purpose
of hearing the evidence and making a finding as to the cause of the death of the
late Angus Price of Chesterville, submit as our verdict the following: (1) That
the late Angus Price came to his death while performing his regular duties as a
section hand on the Canadian Pacific Railway tracks just east of the station at
Chesterville, Ontario, about 8.30 a.m. on Thursday, November 8, 1928; (2) That
the evidence submitted indicates that every possible warning was given by the
train crew, and that the emergency brakes were applied at the first indication
of danger and that they were one hundred percent efficient (3) That everything
that could have been done to save him was done by his
fellow section men; (4) That your jurors
attach no blame to any one; (5) That there is nothing in the evidence to
satisfactorily explain why the late Angus Price should not have heeded the
warnings given him. The funeral of the late Mr. Price was held from the United
Church, Chesterville, and was largely attended. The pastor, Rev. R. E. Newman,
was assisted by Rev. Mr. Orak, and Rev. B. McRoberts. The
choir was under the direction of the organist, Mr.
P. G. Hewitt. Mrs. George Merkley
rendering a most appropriately beautiful solo. Interment was made in the Maple
Ridge Cemetery.
The
death occurred at her home, 32 John St. West, on Monday morning of Eva Mae
Blackburn, beloved wife of R. Levi Young, in her 44th year after an
illness which had extended over a period of more than a year.
Born in North Elmsley, a member of one of the pioneer families of that
district, the late Mrs. Young was well known through this district, and news of
her passing will be received with deepest regrets by her large circle of
friends. The late Mrs. Young has resided in Smiths Falls for more than 20,
years, and during that period has taken an active part in religious and other
circles, and her passing will deeply mourned. Eight years ago she married R.
Levi Young. A sad feature in connection with the death of
Mrs. Young is the fact that only three months ago her father, the late J.
J. Blackburn, was buried from her home. Surviving are her husband, her mother,
Mrs. J. J. Blackburn, and one daughter, Velma Mae, all of Smiths Falls, and one
brother, Wilbur, residing in Toronto. The funeral is being held this afternoon
from her late residence, 32 John St. West, the services at the, home and grave
being conducted by Rev. Dr. S. Davies, pastor of Westminster Presbyterian
Church, of which the late Mrs. Young was a devoted member. Interment will be
made in Hillcrest Cemetery.
LATE
JOHN BLACKBURN Dec 22 1932
We
record with regret, the dead on Thursday last of one of Smith Falls most highly
esteemed citizen in the passing of Mr. John Blackburn. The late Mr. Blackburn,
was his 75th year of his age, and has spent the entire period in the
vicinity, having been on the on old family homestead, in North
Elmsley, where his father was one of the pioneer settlers of that
district. He leaves to mourn their loss, his widow, who resides in Smiths Falls
one daughter, Mrs. R. L. Young, also of this town, one son, W. W. Blackburn, of
Toronto, and one sister, Mrs. M. L. Taylor, of Chicago, who is the lone survivor
of a family of 11. The funeral was held on Saturday afternoon at 2.30 p.m. from
the residence of his daughter, Mrs. R. L. Young, 32 John St .W., thence to
Hillcrest Cemetery, where interment was made, the services being conducted by
Rev. Dr. S. Davies, pastor of Westminster Presbyterian Church of which the
deceased was a devoted member. There was a
very large attendance at the funeral, signifying to the esteem in which the late
Mr. Blackburn was held by all to whom he was known.
Feb.
13th. LAURA BLACKBURN
Special
to the Citizen. Smiths Falls,
As with
widespread regret that the news of the death of Miss Laura, youngest daughter of
Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Blackburn, John Street. West, Smiths Falls was received at
noon yesterday. Deceased, who was about 21 years of age, had been teaching
school in Belleville for the past two years and it was in Belleville her death
occurred yesterday after a few days illness. Her mother went to Bellevillle on
Saturday and her sister, Miss Eva was called Monday evening. The deceased was a
very popular young lady among her many friends here where she attended the
public school and collegiate institute attending normal school at Ottawa before
teaching in Belleville. She was of a pleasant and, beautiful disposition. In
religion she was a Presbyterian, and resided in Smiths Falls all her life.
Besides her parents she leaves one sister, Miss Eva Blackburn of Smiths Falls,
and one brother, Mr. Dillon Blackburn, of Toronto. The funeral arrangements are
not yet completed; .but arrangements are being made to bring the body home for
burial.
Angelina
A. Burns Thursday, March
28th 1935
Many
will hear with profound sorrow, of the death of Angelina Alice Burns, eldest
daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Burns of Drummond Township. She was stricken
suddenly at her home early Saturday morning and passed away shortly after being
admitted to the Chambers’ Memorial Hospital here. Born eighteen years ago she
had spent her young life in this district, where she was well known and loved by
all.
She
attended the local public school and the Smiths Falls Collegiate and was a
valued member in church, and young peoples work in the community. She is
survived by her father and mother; three brothers, namely Harry, Arthur and
Ferguson, two sisters, Etta, and Violet, all at home. The funeral, largely
attended by sorrowing relatives, and friends was held from her late home in
Drummond to Franktown Cemetery. Services were conducted by Rev. Oscar Weegar of
Dillies United Church, assisted by Rev. J. E. Cook of Ottawa, and Rev. G. McCord
of Franktown. The pallbearers were Mansall Burns, Hilliard Ebbs, Wilbert Healy,
Ardon Dopson, Stanley Moody and Benson Cameron
Among
the floral expressions of sympathy were Sprays, family, Mr. and Mrs., J. E.
Burns, Mr. and Mrs. F. McGreevy, Mr. and Mrs. H. A. Stephens, Eldon Jones, Mary
Lowe, and Edith Blaney; casket spray, Gillies Young Peoples Guild; basket,
Margaret and Bill Coleman.
A lifelong resident of thin district passed away on Thursday
last when Mrs. Annie Jane Blackburn, widow of John J. Blackburn, died very
suddenly at the home of her son in law,
R. L Young, 32 John street west. The late Mrs. Blackburn was born in Montague 68 years
ago and was formerly Annie Jane Ferguson, a daughter of the late James Ferguson
and Eliza Jones, pioneer residents of Montague
Township. She spent virtually her entire life in this district, residing
in Smiths Falls for some twenty-two years, and her sudden passing comes
a severe shock to a wide circle of friends. Possessing a kindly cheerful
disposition she was held in to general esteem and her death occasions deep and
widespread regret. Since residing in Smiths Falls deceased attended Westminster
Presbyterian Church and had been actively interested in church affairs during
her long term of. Residence here. She leaves to mourn her loss one son, W.
Wilbur Blackburn, of Toronto: two sister, Mrs. Thomas Irvine, of Franktown and
Miss Jessie Ferguson, of Los Angeles, and Two brothers
J. D. Ferguson, of Smiths Falls and J. S. Ferguson, of he Melville,
Saskatchewan. The funeral, largely attended by sorrowing relatives and friends,
was held on Saturday afternoon from the residence of her son-in-law to
Hillcrest Cemetery where the remains were laid to rest. Rev. Dr. Samuel Davies
pastor of Westminster Church, conducted the funeral service at the home and the
pall bearers were J. F’. Montgomery, J. E. Burns, F. B.
Phillips, George Couch, Norman Couch and A. Wilson. Numerous floral
expressions of sympathy were received by the bereaved relatives, testifying to
the high esteem in which the deceased was generally held.
James
Ferguson March 12th,
1907.
The news of the death of Mr. James Ferguson at Montreal on
Sunday was heard with very great regret by a large circle of relatives friends
and acquaintance It is true that he had been in extremely poor health of late it
is also true that he had passed the allotted time of main, three score years and
ten, but it was thought on to the day before his death that he was recovering
and none were prepared for the announcement of his demise He had been at a
sanitarium in Montreal since the beginning of January for treatment and it was
hoped he would be benefited but on Saturday pneumonia developed and on Sunday
morning he passed away. He was 71 years old and was born in Montague on the farm
where he lived all his life until he moved
to Smith Falls about ten years ago He had a good farm, he managed it well and
was eminently successful being counted among the wealthiest farmers of the
township. He was a man of scrupulous honesty and the together with his thrift
and his intelligence gained for him the confidence of the community in which he
lived, and made him a leader. For twentytwo years he served in the township,
Council and for eighteen of those years he was Reeve and thus a member of the
County Council. Twice he stood for Parliamentary honors as an independent
Conservative but was defeated both times. In Smiths Falls, he lived a quiet
retired life enjoying the fruits of his earlier years of toil and effort. He was elected to the Council here for
one term did not relish the work and was not a candidate for re-election He was
a man of blameless life, a kind neighbor and a good friend Those who knew him
best liked his most. In religion he was a Presbyterian, a life long member of
St. Andrew’s church, and in Politics a
Conservative. From the time he was 18 years old he was a member of Numogate
Orange Lodge. He is survived by his wife and seven children, two sons, J.
Davison and J. Stewart on the farm in Montague, Mrs. T. Irvine, Montague, Mrs.
J. Blackburn, North Elmsley, Misses Jennie Maggie and May at home. The funeral
will take place tomorrow at 2 o’clock pm from his late home on Water Street
east to McVean’s cemetery
Miss Janet (Jennie) E. Ferguson, aged about 65 years, a
resident of Los Angeles, living at 469 Park Front Walk, was found dead in a
bathtub at the home of Mrs. Frances Browning, 321 Knob Hill avenue, Pedondo
Beach, about 7 o’clock Feb. 22nd. Miss Ferguson, who has been a
semi-invalid for several years, spending most of her time reading and sleeping,
had been staying at the Browning home since February 14th last. Mrs.
Browning and her son, son, Robert, 27, left by auto for Los Angeles, at 3 p.m.
leaving Miss Ferguson alone in the house. Between 6 and 7 o’clock that night
Robert Browning returned home, his mother remaining in Los Angeles.
On entering the house he missed Miss Ferguson and in looking for her
finally opened the bathroom door. He noticed a strong odor, and upon turning on
the light saw the woman, lying across the side of a bathtub full of water. Her
face and arms were outside the tub, lying face down. She had grasped the handle
of an electric heater and dragged it towards the tub, it was believed by those
who had visited the scene, a rug and clothing were piled roughly between the
heater and tub, indicating that it had been moved by drawing the stove closer.
The victim’s face was against the lighted stove, and face, arms and
hair, were badly burned. It is believed
that when she reached for the heater she slipped and fell on her chest across
the tub, and on account of her weakened condition, was unable to move away from
the burning heater. Chief of Police
Petersen and Officer Johnson investigated the case, and Dr. C. E. Easley
answered a call, but found the woman dead when he arrived. The body was removed
to the Ralph Wm. Allen undertaking parlors, at the request of Robert Browning,
and the coroner notified. County Autopsy Surgeon Webb was to perform an autopsy
to determine the exact cause of death. The Late Miss Ferguson was born in Smiths
Falls and was a sister of Mr. J. Davis Ferguson of town, Mr. J. Stewart Ferguson
of Melville, Sask. and Mrs. T. H. Irvine, of Franktown, who have the sympathy of many friends in the untimely death
of their sister.
TEN
YEARS AGO
Oct. 27th and Oct. 29, 1925
In
the early hours of Sunday morning there passed away at the home of his birth at
Numogate, Mr. John Stewart Ferguson,
son of the late John Ferguson. In his younger days he was familiarly known as an
efficient and capable engineer.
Miss Margaret Ferguson - Miss
Margaret S. Ferguson, daughter of the late James Ferguson, of Smiths Falls, but
for years a resident of Montague Township, passed away at the Public Hospital,
on Tuesday, after an illness of two
weeks from typhoid fever. The late
Miss Ferguson had lived in town for the past twelve years and was a favorite
with all. She was a faithful member of the Presbyterian Church and an efficient
teacher in the Sunday school. Surviving are two brothers, John D.
Ferguson, Reeve of Montague, and James Stewart Ferguson, Melville, Sask.,
and four sisters, Mrs. Thomas Irvine, Montague, Mrs. J. J. Blackburn, Miss May
Ferguson and Miss Jennie Ferguson, Smiths Falls. The
funeral took place this afternoon at 2:30 o’clock, from the residence of Mr.
J. Blackburn, John street, west, to McVean’s cemetery, Montague. The service
at the house at two o’clock was conducted by the Rev. A. L. Fraser.
FERGUSON
- The public Hospital on Tuesday, Aug 22nd, 1918.
Miss Margaret S Ferguson of Smiths Falls, formerly of Montague Township
MRS. DONALD STEWART Brief
illness marked the close of the long life of Mr. Donald Stewart of Horton
Street, Renfrew, whose death occurred on Monday, thirtytwo years after the
demise of her husband, who was one of Renfrew’s first public school
principals, afterward an accountant in Barnet service, also collector of
customs. Mrs. Stewart though 84 years of age, carried her year slightly until a
short period before the end came and was privileged to have her usual enjoyment
out of Christmas and New Year’s last past. She was a woman devoted to family,
home and church, but not unmindful of the welfare of the community and the world
at large. High tribute was paid her in the funeral services on Wednesday
afternoon by Rev. Dr. Mick, pastor of Trinity-St. Andrew’s church, which
services were largely attended by local people and people from a distance. There
were men and women from outside points such as Smiths Falls, Ottawa, Carleton
Place, Arnprior, Eganville and Pembroke. Pallbearers were Messrs. T. F. Barnet,
D. Ferguson (Smiths Falls), H. A. Smart, Dr. K. L. McKinnon, N. E. Zimmerman,
E. J. Stewart. Floral tributes were numerous. Burial was in Thomsonville
cemetery. The late Mrs. Stewart, whose maiden name was Margaret Ferguson, was
born in the township of Montague, near Smiths Falls. In the year 1871, in Smiths
Falls, her marriage took place. Then Renfrew became her place of residence,
and she remained here until the end except for a short period spent in Pembroke
Three daughters, Mrs. H. A. Smart Mrs. N. E. Zimmerman and Miss Eva Stewart have
the sympathy of the whole community in their bereavement. A son, Arthur Stewart,
M.D. predeceased his mother twelve year, ago.
Mrs.
Donald Stewart is
dead in
Renfrew Special
to The Journal. RENFREW, Ont., Jan. 15. Mrs. Donald Stewart, formerly Margaret
Ferguson, one of the oldest residents of Renfrew, died in her 84th year this
morning at the home of her son-in-law, N. E. Zimmerman. on Horton St, after a
lengthy illness. She was born in Montague Township, a daughter
of the late John Ferguson and his wife, formerly Ann Stewart, and was married in
Smiths Falls in 1871 to the late Donald Stewart of Renfrew. The couple moved to
Renfrew and, except for a year and a half residence in Pembroke, she had been
a resident here ever since.
Mrs. Stewart was a devout member of Trinity St. Andrew’s
United Church, Left to mourn her loss are three daughters, Mrs. H. J. Smart,
Mrs. N. E. Zimmerman and Eva, all of Renfrew. The funeral will be held Wednesday
afternoon at 2.30 o’clock from her late residence to Thompsonville cemetery.
PROMINENT CITIZEN DIES (PIC)
J.
E. Burns, well known business man, who died suddenly on Saturday at his home
here.
One
of Smiths Falls best known and most respected residents, James E. Burns died
suddenly at his home, 28 John Street, on Saturday. Deceased had been in apparent
good health and news of his sudden passing, the result of a heart attack, came
as a shock to numerous friends, not only in Smiths Falls but throughout this
section of Eastern Ontario. Deceased was born in Drummond Township 62 years ago,
a son of the late John Burns and his wife, Ann Ferguson. He came to Smiths Falls
38 years ago and for the past 36 years had operated a successful real estate and
insurance business here. Though a busy man, Mr. Burns found time to take a
leading part in every organization whose aim was the betterment of conditions in
the community. He had served for
17 consecutive years as secretary of the Chamber of Commerce and had been
prominent also on the board of directors of Chambers Memorial Hospital and as a
member of the Rotary Club.
An active and valued member of the United Church, he was secretary of the
Trustee Board and a member of the committee of church stewards. Some years ago
he served as a member of Town Council. Possessed of many sterling qualities he
was held in general esteem and his sudden passing occasions deep and lasting
regret among a wide circle of friends. Left to mourn his loss are his; widow,
the former Elizabeth Ferguson, of Montague; one daughter, (Freda), Mrs. Ormond
Churchill, North Bay; one son, Stanley E., Dundas, Ont.; three brothers, W. G.,
Tompkins, Sask., Gordon Swift current, Sask., Ernest in Drummond, Township, and
four sisters, Mrs. A. H. Kilfoyle, Chilliwack, B.C., Mrs. Thos. Peters, Perth,
Mrs. J. F. McGreevy, Ottawa, and Mrs. H. A. Stephens, of Smiths Falls.
Funeral
of Mrs. Ferguson
The
funeral took place yesterday afternoon of Mrs. Gilbert Ferguson from the
residence of her daughter, Mrs. George W. Paterson, 142 Florence Street. The
service was conducted by Rev. Mr. Smith of Richmond, a close friend of the
family, assisted by Rev. W. Staub of the Gospel Tabernacle. Following the
service the cortege preceded by motor to Smiths Falls where burial was in the
family plot in Hillcrest cemetery. Included in the numerous floral tributes were
wreaths from the Ontario Hospital staff at Brockville: Orange Lodge No. 397 and
the law branch of the Department of National Revenue.
The chief mourners were her three sons. Ernest of Brockville, Willard of
Osgoode, and Lawrence of Ottawa seven daughters. Mrs. E. Grey of Smiths Falls;
Mrs. J. R. Couch of Swan Lake, Man.; Mrs. E. Luck of Sundridge. Ont.; Mrs. A. A.
Phillips Mrs. F. Bovey and Mrs. G. W. Paterson. all of
Ottawa; two sisters, Mrs. J. HcCreary and Mrs. S. Conlin, of Montague township
Twenty-one grandchildren and six great grandchildren also survive.
Mrs. Samuel Thornbury One of Four Killed When Automobile Turns Over
Funeral Here on Friday Afternoon.
Mrs.
Samuel Thornbury, aged 70, ,of Perth, was instantly killed last Thursday
afternoon when an automobile in which she was a passenger careened from a
highway on British Pacific Properties in West Vancouver, B.C., and turned over
four times. Two others, Mrs. Minnie Hogg, 60, of Vancouver, B.C., and Mrs.
Robert MacBeth, 60, of Los Angeles, California, were also instantly killed,
while Miss Lillian Graham, 57, of Los Angeles, believed to have been the driver
of the car, received injuries which resulted in her death shortly after the
accident. Mrs. F. A. Cleland, 57, of Vancouver, was also a passenger in the car,
and, the sole survivor of the afternoon’s sightseeing drive, is reported to be
recovering from the injuries she received. Mrs. Thornbury, Mrs. Hogg and Mrs.
Cleland were sisters; Miss Graham and Mrs.
MacBeth were sisters; all were cousins. T.
A. Thornbury and Robert Thornbury, of Perth, received word of their mother’s
death by telegram last Thursday evening. The accident brought to a tragic close
a reunion of several members of Mrs. Thornbury’s family. She had gone to
British Columbia to attend the wedding of her son, George, who left Perth
several year ago, which took place in Victoria the previous Saturday. After the
wedding George went to Qualicum, B.C., for the honeymoon. News of the fatality,
which spread quickly through the community last Friday, was a shock to Mrs.
Thornbury’s many friends, many of whom had known her all their lives. A native
of Perth, she was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Lillie, her father having
conducted a foundry here for a number of years before he moved to Vancouver. Her
husband, Samuel Thornbury, died on September 1, 1931. He had been connected with
the old established firm of Arthur Meighen and Brothers of Perth for 45 years
before his retirement.
Mrs.
Thornbury was very highly respected, and many expressions of regret were voiced
at her sudden death. She was a member of St. Paul’s United Church, and took an
active interest in the affairs of the church, devoting much time and energy to
work in the various women’s organizations.
Surviving are four sons, T. A. and Robert, of Perth, Adelbert,
of Chicago, and George, of Victoria; three sisters, Mrs. F. A. Cleland, of
Vancouver; Mrs. B. Wilmot Stead, of Nelson, B.C.; Mrs. Isobel Hodgson, of
Toronto, and two brothers, Thomas
Lillie, of Chilliwack, B.C., and William Lillie, of Santiago.
Mrs. Thornbury, although advanced in years, was in
excellent health before leaving Perth and had looked forward with the keenest
interest to her visit to Vancouver. The
remains arrived here Thursday afternoon on the 3.10 train, and the funeral
will take place this (Friday) afternoon from her late residence, 20 Mary Street,
to St. Paul's Church, where a service will be conducted at three o'clock, thence
to Elmwood Cemetery.
Mrs.
Samuel Thornbury One of Four Killed When Automobile turns Over Funeral Here on
Friday Afternoon.
Mrs.
Samuel Thornbury, aged 70, of Perth, was instantly killed last Thursday
afternoon when an automobile in which she was a passenger careened from a
highway on British Pacific Properties in West Vancouver, B.C., and turned over
four times. Two others, Mrs. Minnie Hogg, 60, of Vancouver, B.C., and Mrs.
Robert MacBeth, 60, of Los Angeles, California, were also instantly killed,
while Miss Lillian Graham, 57, of Los Angeles, believed to have been the driver
of the car, received injuries which resulted in her death shortly after the
accident.
Mrs. F. A. Cleland, 57, of Vancouver, was also a passenger in the car,
and, the sole survivor of the afternoon’s sightseeing drive is reported to be
recovering from the injuries she received.
Reports of the accident stated that the car in which the party had been
touring British Pacific Properties in West Vancouver apparently got out of
control and attained great speed on a steep grade of Highland Drive. The car
left the, highway and travelled for 100 feet in gravel. Then, it is believed,
the driver endeavored to bring the car back to the pavement and the light
vehicle shot across the highway to gravel on the
opposite side of the road,
again trying to bring the car
to the pavement, the driver is believed to have turned sharply, the
car turning over on its side and rolling over four times. The grade, on the road
is about 10 per cent. Mrs. Cleland,
despite her injuries, is said to have crawled
through the wreckage of the car, hailing a passing motorist who took Miss
Graham and Mrs. Cleland to the offices of British Pacific Properties, from where
they were taken to hospital. Two of the women were thrown through the roof of
the car. When police arrived one was lying 59 feet from the overturned car and
the other 20 feet from the vehicle. The
third victim was inside the automobile. Police thought that the driver may have
lost control of the car when the vehicle slipped out of gear or when she
endeavored to shift gears from high to second in order to control the car better
on the steep grade.
C.
Barnes, Well Known Old-timer, Is Laid to Rest
Died Wed at 3:30 July 25, 1928 handwritten on bottom
With
a large number of friend and relatives in attendance,. the funeral of Jonathon
C. Barnes, aged 65 years, who passed away in Vancouver last
week, was held at Bellamy Funeral Home Tuesday afternoon Rev T. J. Hind
officiated. This well known and highly respected old timer had been in poor
health for nearly two years and gradually the disease undermined his previously
healthy constitution. Interment was made in Rosedale Cemetery.
Born in Chatham, Ontario, Mr. Barnes had come to Moose Jaw in
1890 where he remained ever since except about six years when he lived in
Regina. His farm was located immediately east of the city and he was considered
one of the successful farmers of the district. A man of sterling character, he
was beloved by all who came to know him Those who knew him best loved him most.
He was twice married, his first wife being Miss Annie Blackburn, of Louisville,
Ontario while eight years ago he married Miss May Ferguson, Smith Falls.
Besides his bereaved widow he leaves to mourn a brother, Mr.
J. H. Barnes, Tompkins, Sask., and a sister, Mrs. V. M. Blackburn, Chatham.
Ontario. Another sister predeceased him several years ago. Mrs. Gordon Hymers,
Tompkins, is a niece. There re also a number of nieces and nephews in Western
and Eastern Canada.
Pall
bearers were: Messrs. F. J. Grobb, A. Reynolds, G. Copeland, George King,. L. D.
Babcock, and C. Shroeder.
Floral
tributes ,were given by the following: wife,
sister, brother, Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Hymers, Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Ferguson, Mr.
and Mrs. P. Lowe, the Baptist Ladies Aid,
Mr. and Mrs. F. J. Grobb, Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Braden, Mrs. and Mrs. A. G.
Reynolds, Mr. and Mrs. H. A. Montgomery, Mr. and Mrs. George Copeland,
Mr, and Mrs. G. King and Mrs. Holmes, Mr. and Mrs. R. C. Caret, Mr. and Mrs.
Shroeder, Mr. and Mrs. L. D. Babcock.
Smiths
Falls was again shocked this morning when it was learned that Mrs. James Helme
had passed away at a late hour the previous evening, She was in her usual health an Monday and was sitting with
her husband after supper afterwards going upstairs. She had not been there long
before she called Mr. Helme and upon his going up he found her on the floor of
the bed room having suffered a stroke. Medical aid was called and she was
removed to the hospital and apparently was making satisfactory progress but
passed away about 11:30. The late Isabella Burn, was born at Janetville, a
daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Burn, and came to Smiths Falls with her
husband in 1891 where they had since resided honored and respected by the many.
She was a most loveable woman, with an exceptionally happy disposition and
shared that happiness with others. She loved her home and family, and found time
to take part in the various activities of the United Church of which she was a
devoted member, being treasurer of the Women’s Society up to two years ago,
having been a life member for many years. She leaves besides her devoted husband
two sons, Austin of Montreal and J. Burn, of the State College, Pennsylvania.
One brother also survives John R. Burn, Janetville. A funeral service will be
held at her late home 119 Elmsley Street, on Wednesday evening, the 25th
inst., at 8 o’clock after which the remains will be taken to the C.P.R
station, for the 12:4 train. Interment will be made a Lindsay.
Killed By Lightning
During the electrical storm of Tuesday afternoon Eric Campbell, son of
John Campbell of Beckwith, was killed by lightning. He and his father were out repairing a fence and when the storm broke
Mr. Campbell senior went to the house while the young man took refuge
under a big basswood tree. Lightning
struck the tree and he was found a short distance away lying face downward
quite dead. One boot was ripped apart and the
CAMPBELL In Beckwith township, on Tuesday, august 22nd-
1916, Eric Campbell aged 19 years
The
LATE CANON BURKE.
The
Eminent Priest
Peacefully
Away.
REV.
Canon Burke died at his home on Morpny Street last Thursday
after a brief illness of jaundice. It was his third attack and he knew it was
his final chapter. Death had no terrors
for him. On the contrary he took it as one of the inevitable propositions in the
earthly programme and he faced it with that element of pacific courage which he
employed in all his affairs, whither routine or rare. Canon Burke, with his wife
and the latter's brother, Mr. Coates, came to Carleton Place from Belleville
four years ago to be near his only daughter, now the sole survivor of his three
children, Mrs. (Rev.) Arch. Elliott. Though, literary, and the lover of the
sweet seclusions of his library, he was much, out on the street, and his
athletic like form, with its crown of snow-white hair mantling his smooth
ruddy, handsomelychiselled face, constituted one of those figures which men
stop to look upon. He had not been here many months when he fell on the street
and thereafter was a cripple, his only appearances in a wheeled chair. Canon
Burke vas born in Dublin, May 24, 1825, son of Dr. Joseph Burks. His mother's
maiden name was Jane Darby. He was educated in Trinity College in that city. He
came to Canada in 1852, and was married in 1854 to
Miss Emily Coates, who survives, aged eighty-one years. Ordained in 1864,
his first charge was in Lanark Village. His next in Almonte in 1866, then on to
Prescott in 1869, and to the proud heights of St. Thomas
Church, Belleville, in 1874, of
which he remained Rector for twentyseven years. He was also Canon of St. George's cathedral,
Kingston. He was considered one of the most influential priests of his church in
Canada. He was an eloquent and ready debater in incisive, insistent, and
altogether illuminative and he could sway the synod till its moods
took on the colorings of his own
progressive passions. He had the tone of speech, the toss of manner, the
terseness of style of the invincible Irishman, and it was as if he blue-penciled
out of his vocabulary such words as defeat, depression, discomfiture. It is said
that he could discourse as freely in French as in his native tongue, and he was
exceptionally versed in Latin, Hebrew and Greek. The Canon came from an historic
family. His father was a Surgeon of the 95th Regiment in the Duke of
Wellington's Army. He was with his Regiment all through the Peninsular War. He
crossed over the Pyrenees to France and was in the Battle of Waterloo where he
so distinguished himself as to win
a medal, now in the house in Carleton Place. A strange experience befell Dr.
Burke whose memory is treasured within
the family archives. He was on a
troop ship
bound for India. They met another troop ship returning home with sick soldiers.
The doctor was transferred from the outgoing to the incoming ship.
The former, with its five hundred soul,
was never again heard from. He was the only survivor. A granduncle of Canon
Burke was Admiral Henry D'Estere Darhy, who commanded the Bellerophon at the
Battle of the Nile in 1798 and who destroyed the French frigate L'Orient, of
which Casabianca was Captain, whose son was the boy who stood on the burning
deck as celebrated in the school books. The Canon had a long, useful and brilliant
life, and he crossed his final bar and put to sea sure of his lights, that he
should at last behold his Captain face to face. The funeral took place on Friday
and was private. The body was taken to St. Thomas church. Belleville
where it and was private. The
body was taken to St. Thomas' church, Belleville, where it lay in state till
Saturday afternoon, thousands paying their last respects. Rev. Mr. Elliott
accompanied.
CANON
BURKE
Seventeen clergymen attended the funeral including the Rectors of Smiths Falls, Lyn, and Napanee. Among the distinguished in the amazing tribute to the deceased were Mgr. Farrelly, the aged Roman Catholic priest of the City Sir Mackenzie Bowell and H. Corby The Methodist bells tolled and the flags on the High School, the Armory and the Post Office were at half mast. All the city seemed to he moved to tears, which all classes, all religions, bowed at the open casket in the church. It was such a tribute as Belleville had seldom seen. The following is the editorial tribute of the Belleville Intelligencer.
No one in Belleville who knew this but will sincerely regret
the death of Canon Burks, formerly and for mars years the beloved Rector of St.
Thomas church in this City. High souled and benignant, polished and urbane,
gentle and gracious, but unyielding to even the appearance of evil, where on
God’s foot, stool could one hope to find a
man more worthy of the Master’s “Well done” than the white-haired and
pure-minded scholar and gentleman, who for so many year presided over.
Belleville’s premier Anglican Church. His
presence was a benediction
to all gatherings which he attended.
Who will ever forget his glowing
words when “the boys” left to fight the
Empire’s battles in South Africa ?
“As the son of a Waterloo
officer,” he said, “it would
ill become me did I not add my word
of encouragement and blessing to these young men.
May the God of battles watch
over them, help them to do their duty, and bring them safely back to the loved
ones at home.” The old order changeth, men
may come and men may go, but it will be many a long year
before the men and women of this city forget the gracious, gentle, scholarly
arid kindly Christian gentleman who for so many years had the “cure of souls
in St, Thomas parish. May he rest in peace?
Mrs. John McCallum Nee Charlotte Weeks
Mrs. John McCallum Following an
illness of some months duration, the death occurred at her home, 24 McEwen avenue, on
Friday of Mrs. John McCallum,
widow of John McCallum and a lifelong resident of the Smiths Falls district.
The late Mrs. McCallum was formerly Charlotte Weekes, daughter of the late Mr.
and Mrs. James Weekes, pioneer residents of Port Elmsley. Born in Port Elmsley, she had resided in this section of the
Ottawa Valley during her entire life and for more than 40 years she had resided in
Smiths Falls or the immediate district.
Prior to taking up residence here she taught school at Port Elmsley for some
years. Mrs. McCallum was a devout Christian woman, and exemplified, by her life, to
those with whom she came in contact; a true Christian character which was an
influence for good among
many. She was a member of the United Church and had been a member of Westminster
Presbyterian Church congregation previous to the time of union. Actively
interested in Church affairs, she had been a valued member of the W.M.S. and had
been teacher of Mary Wark Bible Class over a long period of years. Devoted to
her home and her Church, deceased had earned the affection and esteem of a
wide circle of friends and her passing will be sincerely mourned. Surviving
are two daughters, Miss Mary, of the local Collegiate teaching staff, and Mrs.
O. L. Boyd, of Toronto; two sisters, Mrs. F. H. Cameron, and Mrs. P. F. MacEwen of Cobalt, and one brother, Alex.
Weekes, also of Cobalt. A simple
but impressive funeral service was conducted by her minister, Rev. A. D.
Cornett, at the home on Monday afternoon when many friends and relatives were
present to pay final tribute. W. W. Cook and Dr. C. W. McBride acted as honorary
pall-bearers with O. C. Abbott, W. A. Woodside, Dr. C. A. Curtis, Queen's '
University, W. D. Saunders, Harry Rickerd and M. W. Lever as active
pall-bearers. I
Burial was at
Hillcrest Cemetery, Rev. Cornett officiating also at the graveside. Numerous and
beautiful floral al tributes testified to the deep regret occasioned in her
passing.
Fatally
Injured From Horse Kick
Edmund Lucas
Special to The Journal. SMITHS’ FALLS, Ont., Dec. 27.
Slipping while standing near a horse in the stables of W. A. Dowsett here late
yesterday, Edmund Lucas, 42 years old, lost his balance, and, falling beneath
the hoofs of the frightened animal, was kicked in the head, sustaining injuries
which resulted in his death in the Public Hospital today. Mr. Lucas had only
accepted employment with Mr. Dowsett, and set to work with other men to clip
horses in the afternoon. Only a few minutes before the accident he went into the
Dowsett home to secure a light so that he might continue his work. According to
information received from eye-witnesses today, Mr. Lucas was standing at the
entrance to the stall, and was talking to another worker when he apparently
slipped and fell against the horse he had been clipping a moment before. It is
thought, that he was standing upon a low block that was used as a step, and when
he took a pace backward toppled off the block, losing his balance. The animal is
a nervous one, and, in the opinion of witnesses, it jumped away, the unfortunate
man then dropping to the floor of the stall. The horse, frightened by the
man’s sudden fall, jumped about, and its hoof struck Mr. Lucas on the head,
inflicting the wound which later resulted in his death. Other workers carried
him from the stall, and Dr. W. A. Gray was immediately called. He dressed the
wound, and Mr. Lucas was then taken to the Public Hospital, where he died today.
W.
A. Dowsett stated this morning that the accident occurred so quickly that
no one knew exactly what had happened. Edmund
Davis Lucas has been a resident of this district all his life. He was born in
Montague 42 years ago, the son of James W. Lucas and the late Mrs. Lucas and was
educated in Rosedale. In religion he was an Anglican, and attended St. John’s
Church here. He was also a member of the Masonic order. Left to mourn his loss
are his father, two sisters, Mrs. E. G. Graham, of Smiths Falls, and Mrs. E. G.
O’Brien, of Montreal, and three brothers, John, Howard and Harry, all of town.
Mr. Lucas was well known in Smiths Falls and district, and his untimely death
comes as a shock to numerous friends and acquaintances in town and vicinity.
Funeral arrangements have not yet been completed
Frederick
Nassif - Meets Tragic Death on Sunday when Boat Overturns
Thrown into the treacherous waters of Otter Lake when the light monitor in which
he was paddling suddenly overturned, Frederick Massif, aged 19 and well known
local resident, met a tragic death on Sunday before the eyes of relatives and
friends who were unable to reach him in time to avert the tragedy. Accompanied
by the happy party of friends and relatives, the young man had gone to Otter
Lake to spend the day and had ventured out in the light boat a short distance
from the shore. The monitor suddenly overturned and the boy, unable to swim, was
thrown into the water which is very deep at this point. Bystanders immediately
rushed to his aid but were unable to reach him in time.
Dragging operations were immediately begun but were unsuccessful
and on Monday the services of a diver from Kingston were secured, the body being
recovered late in the afternoon in about 40 feet of water.
Frederick Ferris Nassif was born in the town of Sheeba, Syria, about 100
miles from Jerusalem, 19 years ago, a son of the late Frank Massif and Mrs. Mary
Nassif. He came to Canada in October, 1923 and spent two years in Saskatchewan
and four years in Toronto before coming to Smiths Falls in 1930 where he has
since resided with his mother and brother.
A member of the United Church he took an active part in its
organizations and was president of the Boys’ Brotherhood Class and a valued
member of the Christian Endeavour Society. Possessing a bright and cheerful
disposition, he was held in high esteem by a wide circle of friends and his
untimely passing is deeply and sincerely mourned. Surviving are his mother, Mrs.
Mary Massif, one sister, Mrs. Ed. Aziz, and one brother, Louis, all of Smiths
Falls.
The funeral, largely attended by friends and relatives, was
held on Tuesday afternoon from his late residence to the United Church
where Rev. A. D. Cornett conducted service,
also officiating at the graveside at Hillcrest Cemetery. Pall-bearers were
William Aziz, Toronto; James Hanna, Montreal
and Edward Nassif Montreal, all cousins of deceased, and H. Hauranoy, Gilbert
Aboud and C. A. B. Swayne of Smiths Falls. Numerous floral expressions
of sympathy testified to the high esteem in which deceased was held. A touching
service followed the burial at Hillcrest Cemetery when a friend
4,000 Followers Say “Goodbye to the Boss” With Smile on Their Lips But Hardly An Eye is Dry.
CHICAGO, Nov. 10.-(AP)-They gave Rev. William A. “Billy”
Sunday the kind of funeral he wanted Saturday. A rousing revival service. They
sang the “Glory Song” with zest and pleaded with “sinners” to come down
front and be “saved” at his last rites in Moody Memorial church. “Don’t
put it off even until the end of this funeral service,” exhorted Rev. Dr. John
Timothy Stone, president of the Presbyterian Theological seminary, in calling
for converts to “Mr. Sunday’s Saviour.” Four thousand followers said
“goodby to the boss” with a smile on their lips, but hardly an eye was not
shiny with tears. “No sad stuff when I go,” the evangelist had said. “No
black. No crepe, No tears. But have‘em sing
the “Glory Song’.” So they stood up, those 4,000 who filled the church,
and poured their hearts into tuneful praise of “The Glory” of “that
beautiful shore.” Up front, arms swinging as they did in the old tabernacle
days. Song Leader Homer Rodeheaver looked down on the casket lid and smiled.
“Billy” would have been a little disappointed at the beginning of his
funeral. It was sad. Women dabbed their eyes with handkerchiefs and j men wiped
moist cheeks with the backs of their hands the casket was closed
after from 15,000 and 20,000 persons had passed by for a final tribute. Burial
was on a little green knoll in Forest Home cemetery in the city that gave him
baseball and first pulpit fame and saw his life’s sudden close last Wednesday
night.
George Bond,
Lanark's
George Bond, “grand old man” of Lanark, who celebrated his 100th
birthday on October 31st last, died Saturday, in Perth. On
that occasion, Mr. Bond received hundreds of messages of congratulations from
friends, including a message from Lord Tweedsmuir. His twin brothers, Richard,
of Walla Walla, Wash., and Robert L. Bond, of Ottawa, who marked their 86th
birthday last April 6th, were on hand to extend congratulations. On
his birthday, Mr. Bond was exceptionally active, and was in full possession of
his faculties. Mr. W. G. Willoughby, of Smiths Falls is a nephew, his mother
being a sister of deceased. The funeral was held Monday afternoon from his late
home in Lanark.
George
Edward Kerfoot
The death of Mr. George Edward Kerfoot of the town of
Smiths Falls occurred at Franktown on Thursday, August 7th while on a
brief visit at the, home of his sister, Mrs. John Hughton. The late Mr. Kerfoot
had been in ill health for some time,
being confined to his bed almost a year, but during the past month he had sufficiently
recovered, that his condition was not considered serious. His death came
with startling suddenness to his family and his friends who were shocked to hear
of his sudden passing. The late George Kerfoot, son of William H. Kerfoot and
Margaret Taskey, was born in Montague in 1852 coming to reside in Smiths Falls
almost twenty years ago. In 1882 he married Miss Elizabeth A. Tetlock of
Drummond. Mr. Kerfoot was a member of the former Methodist Church now the United
Church of Canada. He leaves to
mourn his loss, his widow. three daughters, Mrs. Dayton Foster (Edna) of Lylton,
Manitoba Mrs. E Seaman (Dolly) of Ottawa and Miss
Hazel of the Ottawa Teaching staff, also four sons, W. E. Lorne and Eric H., of Saskatchewan, Roy G. on the homestead and
Ivan at home. One son Stanley A. died from the effects of war in 1924, and one
sister Mrs. John Hughton, of Franktown, also survives. The funeral was held from
his late residence 28 McEwen Avenue on Sunday, August 10th,
services being conducted by Rev. Dr. Semple, assisted by Rev. Mr. McNabb. The
bearers were Messrs. Davis Ferguson, Thomas Campbell, Samuel Tetlock, John H.
Armstrong, Daniel Eamer, Ephrain
Morris. Interment was made in Hillcrest Cemetery The many beautiful floral
expressions of sympathy received by the bereaved family from relatives, friends
and neighbors included the following. Pillow, family, wreaths, Mrs. John Hughton,
neighbors; mounds, Mr. and Mrs. Royden Armstrong Mr. and Mrs. John
Armstrong, Mrs. Stanley A. Kerfoot; baskets, Mr. J. Hamel and employees, sprays,
Dr. and Mrs. Kerfoot and Mrs. Richard Kerfoot; Mr. W. H. and Mrs. Kerfoot. Miss
Florence Edgers, Mr. and Mrs. R. Couch, Mr. and Mrs. Davis Ferguson, Mrs. Payne
and Miss Laura Payne, Mr. and Mrs. Ephraim Morris, Miss Bertha and Mr. William.
Manders, Mr. Allen and Ernest Cameron, Mr. P. H. Lockwood, cut flowers, Mrs. A.
E. Gray, Mr. Albert and Herb Gray, Mr. and Mrs. Norman McLeod. Mrs. George Best,
Mrs. Annie Keith, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Cullen.
George Legerwood
An old resident passed away at an early hour this morning in
the person of Mr. Geo, Legerwood. The deceased had been ill for some time,
having been a sufferer from heart trouble. He was a son of John Legerwood, of
Drummond who was an army veteran, and up to about 14 years ago, Mr. Legerwood
was a successful farmer in that township. Since then he had lived a life of
quiet retirement in town. He was married 49 years ago to Miss Mary Stanley, of
Drummond township. To the bereaved widow the sympathy of a large number of
friends goes out. The funeral will take
place from the family residence Mill Street on Friday afternoon, at 3 o’clock,
to the C. P. R. station. Interment
will take place at the Franktown cemetery.
Gordon Gilhuly Almonte Chief of Police Dies
ALMONTE,
Ont., June 29.-People of Almonte and district were shocked to learn of the
sudden death of Chief of Police Gordon Gilhuly this afternoon. Although in
ill-health for the past six months, he was confined to bed only two weeks ago.
Chief Gilhuly, widely known throughout the Ottawa Valley, became chief of police
in Almonte in October, 1935, succeeding Major Ed. Walsh. He was active in police
work for a number of years and served as chief of police in Perth, Capreol and
Norway Bay and was for a number of years on the Ottawa police force. The Union
Jack at the Town Hall flies at half mast in his honor. He was born at Numogate,
50 years ago, a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. James Gilhuly of that place. He was
married at Carleton Place 30 years ago to Mae McAllister, of that town. To this
union were born three daughters and six sons, of whom two daughters and six sons
survive, together with his wife. They are: Charles, of Perth; Reginald, of
Ottawa; Arthur, of Burwash; Leonard, of Cobden, and Victor, Alton. Violet, and
Evelyn, of Almonte. There also survive two brothers and one sister, Albert of
Ottawa, Sidney of Glendale, Calif., and Mrs. T. E. McAllister, of Sault Ste.
Marie. The funeral will be held Thursday afternoon at two o'clock from his late
residence. Union Street and interment will be made in Hillcrest cemetery, Smiths
Falls.
MR.
JAMES SIMPSON GOULD
TUESDAY, MAY 6th, 1930
Passed Away Suddenly at His Home
This Morning Prominently
identified with the life of Smiths Falls for many years, Mr. James Simpson
Gould, one of the most highly esteemed and respected citizens, passed away
suddenly at his home, this morning about 2.00 o’clock. Upon coming down town
his many friends noticed the flag at half mast upon the town hall, and when on
inquiry it found that Sim Gould had passed away, the shock was appalling. Mr.
Gould had not been up to the mark for the past few days, as only on Friday last
he suffered an attack of the heart, and last evening had another slight attack
when he went to Dr. Fergusson to consult with him about going to a specialist. The
doctor left him at his home about ten o’clock, when he was feeling alright,
but passed away from an acute heart attack about 2.00 o’clock this morning.
The late Mr. Gould was the eldest son of the late James Henry Could and
Catherine Hayes, and was born and educated in Smiths Falls. After receiving his
education he went to the Montreal Business College, afterwards joining his
father in the well-known agricultural implement business here, and since
disposing of that industry had been engaged in the electric light business,
being Secretary-Treasurer of the Rideau Power Company. Mr. Sim Gould was known
by almost everyone in Smiths Falls and had scores of friends in the town and
surrounding country, and general regret will be felt at the sudden passing
of one whose fine qualities were so generally appreciated. He was a member of
the Town Council for number of years and in 1900 was elected Mayor, a position
which he held for two years, being the youngest citizen to sit in the Mayor’s
chair. The late Mr. Gould took a deep interest in anything that favoured Smiths
Falls and was ever zealous for its advancement. In politics he was most
interested, being an ardent Conservative and contested the Riding of South
Lanark in 1919, when he was defeated by the U.F.O.
candidate. He was President of the Lanark County Liberal Conservative
Association, also Honorary President of the Smiths Falls Liberal-Conservative
Association; an active member of the Chamber of Commerce and the Rotary Club. He
was a veteran member of Rideau Lodge, I.OO.F., and was always deeply interested
in its progress. He was a long time member of the Public Hospital Board and
never so happy as when speaking to, the students of the Collegiate Institute. In
1916 he was married to Miss Florence Johnston of Collingwood, and she with his
two sisters, Misses Alice and Florence will have the sincerest sympathy of
numerous friends. A little over a month ago, Mr. and Mrs. Gould returned from a
five months trip to the west, which he seemed to have enjoyed very much and
although he had been out there before, was very much impressed with the
magnitude of his own country and was always pleased to talk of its wonderful possibilities. In the death of Sim Gould,
Smiths Falls has lost a good and capable citizen, the last made representative
of an old and respected family. The funeral will take place from his late
residence, Brockville Street, on Thursday afternoon at 2.00 o’clock to
Westminster Presbyterian Church where the service will
be conducted by his, minister Dr. Rev. Davies. Interment will be made in
the family lot at Hillcrest Cemetery
Thursday
March 26th, 1931
Mrs. C. H. Cooke
Many of the old friends in
town were grieved to learn of the death at her home in Hamilton, on Monday, of
Annie S. Gray, wife of the Rev.
C. H. Cooke. For upwards of twenty years Rev. Mr. Cooke was pastor of
St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Smiths Falls and during all those years
had for his help meet, one who endeared herself not only to members of
the congregation but to many in town.. The late Mrs. Cooke had not been
in good health for some time. Besides her husband, she leaves three sons, Dr. H.
C. Cooke, Ottawa; B. L. Cooke, Taber, Alberta; and Dr. Kenneth E. Cooke,
Hamilton. The funeral took place from the residence of her son yesterday
afternoon. Interment being made in
Grove Cemetery, Dundas.
At
the family residence, 119 Elmsley Street, a funeral service was held for Mrs.
Jas. Helme on Wednesday evening at eight o’clock, when friends gathered from
all parts of the town to pay their last respects to the deceased. The service
was conducted by her pastor, Rev. Dr. Semple, who paid a high tribute to her as
a homemaker and a church worker. Assisting him were Rev. Mr. McNabb and Rev.
Arthur Lloyd, Bishops Mills a close friend of the family. The remains were taken
to the 12:45 a.m. train for Lindsay, where the funeral was held this afternoon,
after a service at the home of a relative. The bearer, were, Messrs. T. E.
Foster, H. P. Allison:, H. Sutton, J. E. Burns, W Lucas and A. Lang. Beautiful
floral designs were received from friends in town and those from a distance. Mr.
H. J. Palmateer, superintendent of the Canadian Pacific Express and Mr. D. F.
Martin, district representative, came from Toronto to show their sympathy with
an old employee of the Company, and the vocal staff of the C. P. Express Company
attended in a body.
Henry
W. Hutton
Thursday,
September 12th, 1935
One of Smiths Falls oldest and most highly respected
citizens, Henry W. Hutton died here early on Friday morning after an illness of
only a few weeks duration. He was in his 94th year. The late Henry W. Hutton was
a Lifelong resident of this district and was born in Wolford Township
in 1841, son of the late William Hutton and Maria Bernie and member of a pioneer
family of United Empire Loyalist stock. Coming to this district in 1891, Mr.
Hutton for thirty years held the position of Lockmaster at Mills' Lock on the
Rideau Canal and retired from active service in 1921. He then came to Smiths
Falls and except for a few years, had since resided here. Despite his advanced
age, the late Mr. Hutton enjoyed full use of his faculties and exceptionally
good health up until a short time ago. He took regular walks downtown, meeting
his numerous friends and conversing with them on topics of the day. A keen
student of world affairs, he was a brilliant conversationalist and his unfailing
good humor and keen wit made him a favorite with young and old alike. He was
pleasantly surprised, a few years ago, when friends gathered to present him with
a book in which was pasted a gold star for every year of his life with an
additional supply for the future contained in an attached box. Deceased could
recall many outstanding events in history and frequently entertained his friends
with stories of the long ago. He was a particular admirer of Abraham Lincoln and
something of an authority on Lincoln's life and career. While taking a keen
interest in the affairs of the community, the late Mr. Hutton's greatest
interest was the United Church of which congregation he was an active and
devoted member. He attended services regularly in past years and as an honorary
member was deeply interested in the affairs of the various societies. In
politics he was a, staunch Liberal. Left to mourn his loss are two daughters,
Mrs. G. Weekes, Smiths Falls, with whom he had made his home, Mrs. George
MacGillivray, of South Elmsley, and one son, Heber C. Hutton, of Toronto. The
general esteem in which deceased was held was evidenced on Sunday when citizens
from all walks of life and representing many points in the district attended the
funeral, held from the home of Mrs. Weekes to the United Church and thence to
Maple Vale Cemetery where the remains were laid to rest. Rev. A. D. Cornett conducted the
service and the pall-bearers were W. H. Kerfoot, J. W. Kitchen, J. E. Burns, C.
J. Downey, R. A. Vanluven and T. H. Thompson, all associates of Mr. Hutton in
United Church activities. Numerous and beautiful floral tributes testified to
the high esteem in which he was
Funeral
Held of
Henry J. Strong
PERTH,
Ont., Oct. 20. - (Special. )-Tribute to the memory of Henry James Strong was
paid this afternoon when residents of Perth and Bathurst Township united with
friends and relatives at the funeral, held from his residence to St. James
Anglican Church. Services were conducted by Rev. G. A. Brunet, assisted by Ven.
Archdeacon Darcy T. Clayton, and interment made at Elmwood cemetery. Mr. Strong
died suddenly on Saturday night from a heart condition. Born in Bathurst
Township, 76 years ago, he was a son of the late William and Margaret Strong. In
addition to his widow, the former Annie M. Stanley, of Bathurst, he is survived
by two sons, William, Perth; Lloyd, of Montreal; four daughters, Mrs. M. B.
Davidson, Mrs. L. A. Leroyd and Mrs. R. J. E. Hanna, all of Toronto; Mae, of
Perth, and one sister, Mrs. J. W. Cameron, Wemyss. Honorary pallbearers were
T. A. Code, J. H. Hands, R. Meighen, A. H. McLaren, D. Ferguson and W. J.
Armstrong. Active pallbearers: D. Hogan, William Stanley, T. J. Perkins, H. Hughes
Ernest and Leslie
Mr.
Henry J. Strong.
Perth lost one of her oldest and most highly respected
citizens in the death of Henry James Strong, which occurred at his home at
eleven o'clock, Saturday evening, October 17th. Apparently in his usual good
health he retired at ten o'clock and passed away quietly in his sleep. His
passing was a great shock and caused deep regret among his many friends in Perth
and throughout the surrounding district. Mr. Strong was in his seventyseventh
year, being born in 1860 near Brooke, a son of the late William and Margaret
Strong. Pioneer settlers of Bathurst. At the early age of 14 he took over the
responsibilities of the home due to his father's death. In 1886 he purchased the
Tate property, an old military grant of land on the third line of Bathurst, and
proving himself progressive in every undertaking and a very successful farmer
he added more property from time to time. For fifty years he resided there,
widely experienced and one of the foremost farmers of Lanark County, showing a
special interest in horses, having bought and shipped to Western Canada. Just
last May he retired to Perth, residing at 6 Boulevard until two weeks ago when
he purchased his new home at 9 Mary Street. A broad-minded and self-made man, he
was highly esteemed by his many friends in different walks of life. Although
interested in public life he did not take any active part in it, being devoted
to his family and home. In religion he was a staunch supporter of St. James'
Anglican Church, from which he will be greatly missed, having been a very
faithful attendant. In 1896 he married Annie Wilamene Stanley of Stanley's Hill,
Bathurst, daughter of the late Matthew Wyn and Sara Stanley. Surviving him are
his widow, two sons and four daughters: William Henry of Perth and Robert Lloyd
of Montreal; Mrs. Merrick B. Davidson, Mrs. L. A. Learoyd and Mrs. R. J. E.
Hanna, of Toronto, and Miss Mae of the Bank of Montreal staff, Perth; also six
grandchildren. Largely attended by friends and relatives from Carleton Place, Smiths
Falls, Toronto, Montreal and Western Ontario, the funeral was held Tuesday
afternoon with private service for the family at the residence and church
service in St, James' Church and interment at Elmwood Cemetery. The services
were conducted by Ven. Archdeacon D. T. Clayton and Rev. G. A. Brunet. The honorary pallbearers
were Mayor J. J. Hands and Messrs. T. A. Code, W. A. Armstrong, Robt. S. Meighen
and A. H. McLaren, of Perth, and Davis Ferguson of Smiths .Falls. The active
pallbearers were Messrs. Ernest Strong, Leslie Strong, William Stanley, T. J.
Perkins, H. Hughes and D. J. Hogan. Floral tributes were from the following:
Pillow-wife; Sheaf the family;
Sprays-grandchildren; Mr. and Mrs. F. R. Havey, Montreal Mrs. A. E. Hanna, Mrs.
R. David son, Mr. R. McMane, Mrs. Henry and Mrs. N. Zimmerman, of Stratford,
manager and staff of Bank of Montreal, Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Armstrong, Mr. and
Mrs. T. J. Perkins Mrs. J. A. Stewart, Mr. Bert and Gertrude Lyon, Mr. and Mrs.
A W. Northey, Toronto, Miss M. Kerr Mr. and Mrs. S. Wright, neighbor Mr. and
Mrs. Joe Higgins, Mr. and Mrs. Leslie
Stephenson, Mr. and Mrs. A. Knox, Mr. and Mrs. P Collver, Mr. and Mrs. M.G.
Hick, Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Hardy, Mr. and Mrs. T.
Cheetham, Mr. and Mrs. Benson, Mr.
and Mrs. H. A. Dunn Mr. and Mrs. H. Praskey, Mr.
and Mrs. Carr, Mr. and Mrs. Chas Praskey, Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Buchman,
Mr. and. Mrs. George Townsend).
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The
Late Mr. Hugh Montgomery
There passed away in the village of North Gower on Sunday, February 14th
in his 82nd year, a life-long resident in the person of Hugh
Montgomery. He was born on a farm near his old home in June 1844, a
member of a large family, of which he was the only surviving one. He
leaves to mourn his loss, his wife, who was Emma Jones, daughter of the
late Peter Jones of Montague and a sister of Mr. Davis Jones of Smiths
Falls, three sons and two daughters W. A. Montgomery, of Dickenson’s
Landing, who has represented the Holt Renfrew Co. in this district for
a number of years, F. Montgomery, merchant tailor, Percy Montgomery, who
is on the homestead, Mrs. Hammond Reddick of North Gower, and Mrs. E. C.
Coursler of Prince Albert. The late Mr. Montgomery took an active part
in municipal matters in North Gower, representing that township in the
council for a number of years, was an active Conservative and a strong
supporter of the Anglican Church, being one of the wardens for eighteen
years. He moved from the farm to the village about four years ago, and
was in fairly good health until a few days before his death. He was
buried in the old cemetery in North Gower on Tuesday. February 16th.
Services were conducted at two o’clock in the Church by the Rev. Mr.
Wimberly. assisted by Rev. E. A. Johnston, and were largely attended by
the people of the vicinity of Smiths Falls and of Ottawa. |
Late MRS. HUGH MONTGOMERY Much regret is expressed by the
residents of North Gower and vicinity on the death of Mrs. Hugh Montgomery, long
a resident in that community, and a fine old lady who had won and retained the
esteem and friendship of the entire community Having reached the advanced age of
84 years her demise was not altogether unexpected, but her passing has at once
directed general attention to a delightful friend and faithful companion whose
kindness of heart and exemplary life endeared her to all who
loved her and saddened the hearts of innumerable relatives and
acquaintances who now mourn her demise, which occurred at the home of her
daughter, Mrs. Hammond Reddick, North Gower, yesterday, May 22nd.
Surviving are three sons and two daughters: Wm. A., of Dixons Corners, J. E,
Smiths Falls and Percy on the homestead. The daughters are: Mrs. Reddick; North
Gower, and Mrs. Courtier, Prince Albert. Her husband died about six years ago.
The funeral will be held tomorrow Wednesday, 24th at 2 o’clock,
from the home of her daughter, Mrs. Reddick, North Gower. To our townsman. Mr.
Frank Montgomery and all other members of the
family The Telegram extends, sincere sympathy
Residents
of Smiths Falls and vicinity were grieved when it was learned that James B. Lyle
had passed away on Saturday evening at his home, 18 Davidson Street, after an
illness of almost a year. The deceased was born in 1852 in North Elmsley and was
a son of the late Samuel Lyle and Mary Moore, pioneer settlers of that section.
He began in the lumber business at Glen Buell at an early age, and later he came
to Smiths Falls where he operated the Woods mill on Jason Island. A few years
later he built a sawmill near Jones’ Locks, and fifteen years ago he entered
partnership with his nephew, Thomas C. McNabb. For eighteen years the deceased
was a member of the municipal council of Smiths Falls and for two years he was
mayor of the town. In politics the late Mr. Lyle was a Conservative. Prior to
Church Union he was a devout Presbyterian and in 1925 he became a member of the
United Church He was an elder in Westminster church and the United Church, and
later was appointed an honorary elder. He was the last charter member of Court
Hope 115, Canadian Order of Foresters which he joined in 1886. On Sept. 8th,
1891, Mr. Lyle was married to Miss Minnie Best of town and to them were born
three daughters: Mrs. J. H. Mann of Penhold, Alta., Miss Laura Lyle and Mrs. R.
J. Moore of Smiths Falls. Besides his widow and daughters, Mr. Lyle is survived
by three brothers, Messrs. Robert and William Lyle of North Elmsley and Mr. Amos
Lyle ex M.P.P. of Lyleton, Man., and one sister, Mrs. Jennie King
It was with sincere regret that the news of the death of Mr.
John D. Stewart of Smiths Falls was received by his relatives and many friends
here on Friday. Following only a month’s serious illness his death occurred at
Brockville on Thursday, Oct. 3rd. The late Mr. Stewart was sixty-nine
years of age and had been a life-long resident of Smiths Falls. His parents were
the late Mr. and Mrs. Alex. ((Sandy) Stewart, his father coming out to this
district from Scotland on a sailing vessel taking, three months for the journey.
Thirty-nine years ago, Mr. Stewart was married to Miss Lillie Davison of Athens
who survives. A daughter, Enid, (Mrs. J. F. Bell) an only child, died in 1924. A
sister also predeceased him in California. Two half-sisters are left, namely:
Mrs. K. McLaren of Dakota; and Mrs. Jas. McVean of Smiths Falls.
For
about twenty years the late Mr. Stewart was a faithful employee of the Canadian
Pacific Railways at Smiths Falls, after which he entered the Customs Department;
as Collector of Customs, holding this position for twenty-five years until his
superannuation about three years ago. In all his duties he was well liked and
faithful. It is interesting here to note that while engaged in the employ of the
C. P. R. he was the first baggage master at the new station on the new C. P. R.
branch line from Montreal to Toronto.
Fraternally,
the deceased was a member of the St. Francis Masonic Lodge, No. 24, the Canadian
Order of Foresters and the Sons of Scotland. He was a devoted and active member
of the Baptist Church and faithful in the work of its various organizations. His
entire life exemplified the best principles of Christian living, and he was held
in the highest esteem by all throughout the town and district. He was a man of
quiet disposition and upright character.
The
funeral was held on Sunday afternoon from his late home 54 Maple Avenue, and was
under Masonic auspices. The funeral was very largely attended, and
amongst those present were friends from Athens, Kemptville, Elgin, Carleton
Place and Forfar, Ont. His pastor, the Rev. H. Bryant, conducted a simple but
impressive service at the home at two o’clock. The beautiful floral tributes
and the conduct of the large cortege breathed the spirit of the deceased which
will live in the hearts of those fortunate enough to have made his acquaintance
and the large attendance at the funeral was striking expression of the respect
In which the deceased was held by all. The pallbearers were Messrs. Angus
Graham, W. T. Ferguson, Dr. R, Fergusson, Frank Lee, John Allen and J. F.
Montgomery. At the graveside, the Members of St. Francis Lodge A. F.
and A. M. conducted the last sad rites. Interment was made in Hillcrest
cemetery.
SMITHS
FALLS, Ont., April 27, (Special.) - Widespread regret was occasioned in this
district over the death
last night of John Elbert Arnold,
son of Mr. and Mrs. R. E Arnold, and well known in Smith Falls circles, who died
at his home 5 McKeown avenue, in his 17th year. He had been ill for
several weeks but news of his passing; came as a shock to his friends. He had
been a student at the local Collegiate Institute and had taken an active part insports.
He was also a valued member of the Church and active in it organizations.
Surviving, in addition to his
parents, is one sister, Grace, of Smiths
Falls. The funeral will be held on Thursday afternoon to the United Church,
where Rev. A. T Cornett, O.B.E., will conduct the service. Burial will be at
Hillcrest cemetery.
Besides his wife and daughter, leaves to mourn his loss his
sisters’ Mrs. Ed. Moore, Medicine Hat, who has as been visiting here for some
months; Mrs. Ed. Salter and Mrs. R. W Lumsden, Smiths Falls; Mrs. Margaret E.
Wilson and Miss Ethel Lewis of Ottawa; and his: brothers, Robert, James A., and
Samuel, Smiths Falls, and Thomas of Ottawa.
There was a general suspension of business on Tuesday
afternoon, during the funeral of the late John H. Lewis, when Smiths Falls people turned out in force to pay a
last tribute of respect to the departed, Residents of the Townships. Round about
were here in numbers. Points further away were well represented. Amongst the
personal friends of deceased who attended the obsequies were Judge H. A. Lavell,
Kingston; T. A. Thompson, M.P., and A. L. Rosamond, Almonte; Hiram McCreary,
Dr. A. S. McElroy, and Leo. McDermid, of Carleton Place; R. N. McCreary,
Pakenham; E. R. Stedman. M.L.A., Col. Hope, Lawrence James. N. B. Nichol,
Perth George Carson, J. H. Meikle Inspector R. C. Rose, S. E. Waffle, W. B.
Finlayson, A. S. Wickware, Col. H. V. Rorke, Mr. McCaffrey. and Jos. Halpenny of
Ottawa; M. G. Langlois, representing Ford Motor Company. W. A. Wood, and -.Mr.
Cunningham, of Montreal; Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Newman of
Merrickville; Harold Kidd OF Burritt’s Rapids.
A service was held at the family residence, Maple Avenue, at
2.30 o’clock, with the United Church Choir
in attendance, at which his pastor Rev. Dr. Semple officiated and at the
commitment at Hillcrest Cemetery. It was held under the auspices of Osiris
Lodge, A.F. & A.M., members of the Fraternity being out in large numbers.
The bearers were Dr. C. A. Patterson, Dr. R. M. Fergusson, D. S. Noad, F. Purdy,
H. S. Coombs and E. R. Shedman, Perth
The members of the Town Bands; were present in uniform, led
by the; bandmaster. Floral tributes were very numerous. They came from all
points. A room at the bereaved home was literally filled with them. Both
organizations, business firms, and individuals sent them a large number of
people accompanied the remains to its last resting in Hillcrest Cemetery.
February 26th 1931
Davis
Jones
On Sunday afternoon the funeral of the
late Mr. Davis Jones took place from his Iate home in Smiths Falls to the
cemetery here and was largely attended by many sorrowing friends. Mr. Jones was
well known here having lived near Gillies Corners until about twelve yeas ago
when he and his wife moved to Smiths Falls.
He was of sterling character, honest in all his dealings
and had many friends. He is survived by his widow who has the sympathy of this
community.
Sherman
- At
Ottawa, on Saturday, August 31st, 1935, Priscilla Jones, wife of the
late J. F. Sherman, formerly of Smiths Falls, aged 73 years,
Mrs.
J. Frank Sherman nee Jones
Friends in Smiths Falls learn with
sorrow of the death of Mrs. Frank Sherman on Saturday, August 31st at
her late residence in Ottawa. She was born in South Burgess on February 16th
1862, and received her secondary education at Athens High School. Married to the
late J. F. Sherman December 27th 1903 at Frankville, she then, took
up residence in Smiths Falls, residing here until four years ago. While in
Smiths Falls Mrs. Sherman made and held a
host of friends who will always remember her
with a deep affection. She was active in the United Church where
she was president for some time of the Women’s Missionary, Society and was
also a devoted Sunday, School, teacher. She was president, of the local
Women’s Christian Temperance Union and also county president of that
organization. A large funeral was held at the United Church, Smiths Falls, on
Monday, September 2nd. Rev.
Woodside of Chalmers Church, Ottawa conducting the ser vice assisted
by Rev. Cornett. Interment took place at
Hillcrest cemetery.
The pallbearers were Messrs. Adam Jeacle, Ed. Bolton, Lloyd Wilson, R. L. Plato,
W. L. Slack;. John Mallard.
Surviving are one son Nelson of Ottawa,
four sisters, Mrs. Mary Rodgers and Miss Ella Jones of Carleton Place, Mrs. T,
B. McManners and Mrs. Thomas Bernie
of Toronto and two brothers Mr. Nelson Jones and Mr. Ernest Jones of Frankville.
Robert
Davis Jones.,
July 3 1931
At his home, 20 Foster Avenue; on
Friday a highly respected citizen of this town and surrounding country, Mr.
Robert Davis Jones passed away. He had been in failing health for the past six
months. The late Mr. Jones was born 72 years ago at the old homestead on the
Franktown road, in the township of Montague.
The deceased was the youngest of a Family of ten of which only one
survives Mrs. Hugh Montgomery of, North Gower. The late Mr. Jones was of a
retiring kindly disposition and esteemed by all who knew him. He disposed of his
farm eleven years ago and since that time had resided in Smiths Falls. He leaves
to mourn his loss, his wife, who was formerly Miss Margaret McLaren of Dakota
and his sister, Mrs. Hugh Montgomery who have the sympathy of numerous friends.
The funeral was held from his late home on Sunday, July 5th to St.
John’s Anglican Church where the service was conducted by Rev.
Archdeacon Clayton hence to the cemetery at Franktown where interment was made
in he family plot. The bearers were Messrs. William Lightbody, Edward Purcell,
Watson Acton., John X. Ferguson, Wellington Burns and Willard
Sample Among those from out-of-town who attended were Mrs. Montgomery,
Jr. Percy Montgomery, North Gower; Mr. and Mrs. Reddick, North Gower; Mr. and
Mrs. Thomas Good Carsonby; Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Jones Merrickville; Mrs. Hugh
Jones, Miss Sarah Jones and Miss Lowe, Manotick; Miss M. Cockell, Almonte Mr. and Mrs. F. C. McDiarmid,
Carleton Place; Mrs. May, Carleton Place; Mr. Robert McLaren, Miss Kate McLaren,
Mr. and Mrs. Stanley, Mrs. Hughes, Perth; Mr. Robert Davis, Franktown.
Leonore Maxwell Meighen
Miss
Leonore Maxwell Meighen Member of a prominent district family and youngest
daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. William Meighen, of Perth, Miss Leonore
Maxwell Meighen died suddenly in Ottawa on Saturday morning and news of her
untimely death occasions deep and lasting regret among a wide circle of friends
in this district. While visiting her sister, Mrs. Arthur H. Campbell, in
Montreal, Miss Meighen suffered a
severe illness of many weeks’ duration but had made satisfactory progress and
reached the stage where she was considered sufficiently well to return to her
home and her Rideau Lake cottage to spend the summer. She was returning by way
of Ottawa, to visit a few days with her sister, Mrs. Gordon C. Edwards, and
shortly after her arrival became seriously ill, passing away at an early hour on
Saturday morning. Some of her sisters and brothers were present at her bedside.
The late Miss Meighen, or “Leo” as she was familiarly called, was widely
known in this district. She had always enjoyed robust health and her cheerful
disposition, kindness and friendliness endeared her to a wide circle of friends
who will sincerely regret her passing. She is survived by three brothers, James
M., of Perth, R. E. M., of Toronto, and Desmond N., of Toronto; and four
sisters, Mrs. Cordon C. Edwards, of Ottawa, Mrs. J. C. Douglas, Smiths Falls,
Mrs. Robert Kellock, of Toronto and Mrs. Arthur H. Campbell, of Montreal.
Impressive tribute to the memory of Miss Meighen was paid on Monday afternoon
when the funeral, largely attended by sorrowing relatives and friends, was held
from the residence of Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Douglas, Smiths Falls, to Elmwood
Cemetery, Perth, where the remains were laid to rest. Rev. H. A. Berlis, of St.
Andrew’s Church, Perth, conducted the service at the house and also at the
graveside while the pall-bearers were two brothers and four brothers-in-law: D.
N. Meighen, Toronto; E. M. Meighen, Toronto; Gordon C. Edwards, Ottawa; A. H.
Campbell, Montreal, R. F. Kellock, Toronto, and J. C. Douglas, Smiths Falls. Numerous
and beautiful floral tributes were mute testimony to
the general esteem in which deceased was
held and the deep regret occasioned in her sudden and untimely passing.
ENTERED INTO REST
One
Young life answered the masters’ call, when Margaret Isobel MacDonald, belated
wife of Harry Burton of Ottawa, passed peacefully away the morning of Wednesday,
October 28th Mrs.
Burton eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Russell Macdonald of Montague, although
only in her twenties, she suffered a lengthy illness, but of late had been
greatly improved that her many friends looked confidently to her ultimate
recovery. Her sudden death,
therefore, came as a distinct shock to all. Of
a bright and friendly disposition, and possessed
of a sparkling wit, the courage with which she endured her illness, won
her the, admiration and respect of all who came into contact with her.
Her early education was received at S.S. No. 16 Montague, East, and afterwards
at Smiths Falls’ Collegiate Institute and Ottawa Normal School. After
competing her education, she taught in the school she self had attended as a
child. In religion. Mrs. Burton was Presbyterian, being a member of Westminster
Presbyterian Church, Smiths Falls, and while residing in Ottawa, of Erskine
Church. She is survived by her husband, Mr. Harry E. Burton of Ottawa, her
Parents, Mr. and Mrs. Russell Macdonald of Montague, her sister Winifred, and
her brother John Many
beautiful flowers were received, the following being contributors: the trustees
of S.S. No. 16 Montague East, Messrs. James McPherson. Roy
Kerfoot and H. J. Shaw; Mr. and Mrs. A. Boyd, Mr. and Mrs. P Christie,
Mr., and Mrs. Oliver, Miss Lilyan McLaughlin.
Mrs. J. Giles and Jean; Mr. and Mrs. E. Lawford and family; Mr. V.
Schaefer, Mr. and Mrs. Robert McCormick, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Lawford: Mr.
and Airs, Lloyd Lawford; Valley Co-Operative Creameries. The pall-bearers, six
young men whom Mrs. Burton had taught during her term of office at SS No. 16
Montague East, were as follows: Cameron McPherson, Jack Kerfoot, Wilbert
Prescott, Austin Patterson, Stanley McPherson and Gerald McVeigh. Funeral
services were conducted at the home of her parents by two o’clock on Friday
afternoon, by Rev. J. MacBeath Miller, pastor of Westminster Church, Smiths
Falls, and at McVean’s Cemetery, where interment was made. A large number of
friends and relatives from Ottawa, Montreal and Smiths Falls and vicinity attended
the funeral.
Obituary- Mr. John Code. Death
'Sudden----A Long and Lovable
As word passed, with the rush of calamitous tidings, of the
death of Mr. John Code last Wednesday morning, it was the loss of the man more
than the manner of his death that moved the multitude to expressions of grief.
After a long and laborious life he had come to town, two years ago last
November, to spend his eventide, and was in the real enjoyment of his
anticipated pleasures. Disentangled from the cares of his estate, attached to
new friends while clinging to the old, every day brought to him some new access
of joy, some new gilding to his western sky that kept his wheels of action
gently moving, and he and Mrs. Code, in their home on William Street, seemed to
live in perfect peace and pleasure. On Monday Mr. Code attended to his duties.
He was indisposed on Tuesday. On Wednesday the end carne suddenly through
the collapse of his heart. Mr. Code was born in Beckwith, of Irish parentage, on
February 12th, 1836. His wife was Miss
Stanley, of Drummond, and side by side they breasted the waves of circumstance
for forty-five years, their home a farm near the McCreary Cheese Factory. Here
their three children were born. One, a young lady of 22 years, died eleven years
age, Stanley is with the Gordon Davies
Meat Company of New Liskeard. Mary is the wife of Ernie Wilson, of Ottawa. These
came quickly after telegrams, but, too late to see their father alive. Mr. Code
took a keen interest in, world movements, and was provocative of much good
endeavor with, in the bounds of his own horizon though he never would take
official reins in his hands. He was an ardent member of St. John's Anglican
Church, One of those pillars impervious to the corrosives of Time, yet a citizen
whose eye took on new enkindlement on hearing of the enlargernent of other
folds. A quiet, thoughtful, lovable man, words few, but fashioned to fit the
subject, face kind and gentle, his whole deportment of a pattern to be admired
but to be seen, and his physical resources so abundant that no physician, was
ever needed. The funeral was held on Friday afternoon. There
was nearly sixty carriages n
the cortege. A tribute of respect
men of wider fame might not command. Service was conducted by the
Rev. Canon Elliott and the Rev. Mr. Turley. Interment was made at the St. John's
Cemetery, Innisville. The pall-bearers were Messrs. John. Weir, Wm
Warren, John Shannon, Alex Dowdall, Hiram McCreary, and James Dezell,
Alone each heart must cover up its dead, but in their tender task Mrs. Code and the
children have the widest community at their right
hand.
Passing
Mourned of Mrs. Harry Burton
SMITHS
FALLS, Ont., Nov. 2. - (Special). - With many old friends and relatives
attending, the funeral was held from the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. R,
MacDonald, here on Saturday, of Mrs. Harry Burton, widely esteemed resident of
Ottawa for the past six years, whose death at the age of 29 occurred on
Wednesday after a lengthy illness. Service was conducted by Rev. J. MacBeth
Miller, pastor of Westminster Church, Smiths Falls, who also officiated at the
burial in McVean cemetery. Pall-bearers were six young men whom Mrs. Burton
had taught at S.S. No. 16, Montague East, Cameron McPherson, Stanley McPherson,
Jack Kerfoot, Wilbert Prescott, Austin Patterson, and Gerald McVeigh. Besides
her husband, Harry Burton, of the Valley Co-operative Creameries, Limited,
Ottawa, and her parents, she is mourned by a brother, Jack MacDonald, and a
sister, Miss Winnifred MacDonald, all of Smiths Falls. Among the numerous
floral tributes from friends and relatives were offerings from Trustees of S.S.
No. 16, Montague East, and Valley Co-operative Creameries, Limited, Ottawa.
JOHN
MAY DIES IN HOSPITAL
ALMONTE,
CARLETON PLACE,
Nov. 22 (Special.) -John May, of Carleton Place. Died yesterday afternoon at the Almonte Hospital aged 15 years. On Saturday he suffered a stroke from which he failed to rally and his unexpected death has caused widespread regret throughout the community. He was born in Beckwith a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. William May, and lived on the farm until about 20 years ago, when he retired and took up residence in Carleton Place, where he has resided since. He is survived by two sisters, Miss Sophia a May, of Fall River. Mass. and Mrs. Thomas Churchill, of Innisville Ont. The funeral will be held from the hone of his nephew, Bert McEwen, on the sixth line of Beckwith, Friday a afternoon to the Anglican church at Franktown, and from thence to the cemetery.
Posted: 12 March, 2005.