Perth Courier Obituaries

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Perth Courier, November 2, 1877

Lock—Died, at McDonald’s Corners, on the 28^th Oct., Charlotte Scott (Lock), wife of Mr. William Lock, aged 63 (?).

Perth Courier, November 9, 1877

Ferguson —Died, in Beckwith ( Derry ), on the 25^th ult., Mrs. John Ferguson, aged (hard to read,--35 or 36??)

Perth Courier, November 16, 1877

Devlin—Died, in Beckwith:

2^nd October, Charlotte (Devlin), aged 8 years, 19 days.

8^th October, Sarah Jane (Devlin), aged 13 years, 23 days.

9^th October, William Josiah (Devlin), aged 3 years, 9 months and 16 days.

9^th October, John Wesley (Devlin), aged 11 months and 11 days.

13^th October, James (Devlin), aged 4 years, 1 month and 19 days.

Wright—Died, in Renfrew on the 31^st Oct., Elizabeth (Wright), wife of Mr. John C. Wright, aged 25.

McQuay—Died, at Stouffville, Ontario, on the 14^th Nov., Isabella (McQuay), beloved wife of Mr. George McQuay, and daughter of Mr. George Holliday, Perth, aged 30.

Perth Courier, November 23, 1877

McDowell—Died, on Tuesday, 30^th inst., Christine Fraser (McDowell), wife of the late Mr. M. B.. McDowell or Perth , aged 34.  The funeral will take place this Friday afternoon at 2:00 from the residence of her mother Mrs. William Fraser, Craig Street , to the place of interment.

McKenzie—Died, at Admaston (?), on the 15^th (?) Oct., Ellen Black (McKenzie), second daughter of William Black and wife of Mr. Alexander Fraser, aged (illegible—23??—28??), six months, and 25 (or 26) days.  Her end was peace.

Vandusen—Died, at Listowel on the 9^th inst., of congestion of the lungs, Charles Vandusen, aged 88 (?).  Mr. Vandusen lived to a ripe old age yet his many friends in and around Smith’s Falls will regret to hear of his death.  The best obituary we could write is to say that he truly was a good man.

Dobbs—Died, at his residence in Williamsford, County Grey , on the 19^th inst., Mr. Thomas Dobbs, in the 83^rd year of his age.  He was a long time resident of North Burgess.  (Note, not sure of the spelling of this last name.)

Mr. George Moore, who was struck a few days ago by a small piece of wood flying from a circular saw in the foundry of Messrs. Frost and Wood, Smith’s Falls, died on the 16^th inst.

Perth Courier, Nov. 30, 1877

Shiel—Died, at Drummond on the 27^th November, Mrs. Shiel, Sr., aged 86 (?).

Fummerton—Died, at Ramsay, on the 31^st Oct., of scarlet fever, Margaret May (Fummerton), aged 3 years, 1 month, daughter of  Mr. Daniel Fummerton.  Also died Jennie Jane (Fummerton), on the 8^th inst., of scarlet fever, aged 5 (?) years and 4 months.

Dowdall—Died, at Beckwith on the 19^th (?) Oct., at the residence of her son, Mr. Abraham Dowdall, Mrs. John Dowdall, aged 95 (?).

Cameron—Died, on Friday, 23^rd Nov., Harriett Carl (Cameron), wife of Mr. Robert Cameron, 5^th Line Bathurst, aged 44.

Kincaid—Died, at Brockville, on the 23^rd inst., Laura E. Booth (Kincaid), aged 23 (?), second daughter of the late Mr. Norman Booth, Lyn, Ontario, and wife of Mr. F. L. Kincaid, Brockville.

Perth Courier, December 7, 1877

McDonald—Died, on Monday, 3^rd Dec., after a short illness, Mrs. Alexander McDonald, Poland , Dalhousie, teacher, aged 26 (?).

Perth Courier, December 14, 1877

McBeth—Died, on Saturday, 1^st Dec., Miss McBeth, Perth , aged 23 (?).

Robertson—Died, at Carleton Place , the following children of Mr. George Robertson:

16^th (?) November, Robert (Robertson), aged 7.

25^th (or 26^th ?) November, George (Robertson), aged 1 year, 2 months, and 11 days.

30^th November, Jennie (?) (Robertson), aged 3 years, 1 months and 10 days.

Woods—Died, at Carleton Place on 4^th Nov., Mr. P. Woods, aged 75.

Anderson—Died, in the Village of Wyoming, on the 28^th inst., Mr. John Anderson, Sr., Esq., native of Paisley, Scotland, aged 77.

Cuthbertson—Died, at the residence of her son, Rev. George Cuthbertson, on the 17^th inst., Jane Armour (Cuthbertson), relict of the late Mr. George Cuthbertson, Ayr, Ontario and a native of Kilmara (?), Ayrshire, Scotland, in the 81^st (?) year of her age.

Dunnett—Died, in Pakenham, on the 7^th inst., Elizabeth Jane (Dunnett), beloved wife of Mr. Benjamin W. Dunnett, Esq., and daughter of Mr. D. Hilliard, Esq., aged 19 years and 3 months.

Dobbie— At the old family residence on the west side of Lanark, on the 11^th inst, Rose Ann (Dobbie), relict of the late James Dobbie, aged 87 years.

Givens --- Died, on the 12^th inst., of slow consumption, Mr. George Givens, 54 years, at the residence of his brother-in-law, Mr. Robert McFarlane, in the Village of Lanark .

Death of an Old Lanark Settler—From the London Advertiser we clip the following notice of the death and history of Mr. John Anderson, one of the pioneer settlers of this country who afterwards moved to the West to try his fortune there:  We regret to have to inform of the death of Mr. John Anderson, Esq., which took place at his residence in the village of  Wyoming on Wednesday, 29^th ult.  Mr. Anderson was a native of the village of Paisley , Renfrewshire , Scotland having been born there during the first year of the century, consequently being 77 years of age.  He came to this province in 1820, being one of the Lanark settlers.  He resided here until 1837 when he moved west with his family and took up a location in the Township of Plympton and being one of the first settlers in that locality; it is known and still is as the Anderson Settlement.  The deceased was one of the best known men in Lambdon and many will hear of his death with regret.

Perth Courier, December 21, 1877

Borrowman—Died, at Middleville on the 12^th inst., Helen (Borrowman), relict of the late Mr. William Borrowman, aged (64?? Or 84??).

Perth Courier, Dec. 28, 1877

Ferguson —Died, on the 3^rd Nov. last, Christina ( Ferguson ), beloved wife of Mr. James Ferguson, Esq., Beckwith, aged 80 (?).  Mrs. Ferguson was one of the pioneers of the Township of Beckwith .  She was a native of Perthshire , Scotland , and emigrated to Canada in 1818.

Laurie—Died, at Bathurst , on Sat., 15^th (?) Dec., Margaret Wright (Laurie), wife of Mr. James Laurie, after a long and severe illness, aged 78 (?).

Perth Courier, Jan. 4, 1878

Jackman—Died, Mrs. Alfreda Jackman, widow of the late Mr. Noah (?) Jackman, formerly of the Township of Westmeath , on the 29^th Nov., in the 80^th year of her age.  Mrs. Jackman was one of the first settlers in the Township of Westmeath and but one of the first settlers survives her.

Bowes—Died, in Pakenham Township , on the 15^th Nov., Mr. Thomas Bowes at the advanced age of (82? Or 92?) and on the 20^th his beloved wife, aged 78 years.  Mr. and Mrs. Bowes were among the most respected residents of the township.

Ritchie—Drowned, in the Bonnechere River at Douglas on the 24^th Dec., Robert (Ritchie), son of Mr. James Ritchie, aged 9.

Another article: A sad accident occurred at Douglas, Co. Renfrew, on the 24^th Dec., when Robert Ritchie, son of Mr. James Ritchie, blacksmith, was drowned in the Bonnechere River.  He was with two other boys who had come to the river to skate.  The ice was bad and he broke through.  One of his companions got in and was trying to assist him but got out again at once.  The other boy ran home and gave the alarm.  The boy was still clinging to the ice when they returned and though every exertion was made by the few who were on time, the ice broke up and the little fellow sank and was drowned.  Great sympathy is felt for the family.  Cox.

Deacon—Died, in S. Sherbrooke on the 28^th Dec., Mary (Deacon) relict of the late Mr. John Deacon, Sr., Esq., aged 73.

Johnston —Died, in the Township of North Elmsley , on Sat., 29^th Dec., Mr. William Johnston, a native of the County of Langford (?), Ireland .

Buell—Died, at Perth , on Wed., 2^nd Jan., Mr. William Buell, Esq., barrister-at-law, aged (38?? Or 58??).

Bowles—Died, at Perth , on Sunday, 30^th Dec., Mr. Joseph Bowles, aged 62.

Perth Courier, Jan. 11, 1878

Leckie—Died, at the residence of her brother Gilbert C____ (unreadable name), Almonte on 4^th Jan., Miss Agnes Leckie, aged 68.

Davies—Died, at Perth , on Thursday, 10^th Jan., Robert Davies, brother of Mr. (F.? or P.?) Davies, aged (57? Or 67?).

Campbell—Died, on Monday, 31^st Dec., Lillian (?) Euretta (?) Buchanan Campbell, infant daughter of Mr. G. B. Campbell, aged 6 weeks.

Shaw—Died, at (illegible word ‘S----ville’), Quebec, on Sat., 29^th Dec., Mr. Jas. Shaw, Esq., postmaster and general merchant, aged 80 (?).

Herbert—Died, at Drummond, on the 8^th Jan., Mrs. B. Herbert, aged 63.

Playfair—Died, at Bathurst , on Monday, 7^th inst., Mr. John Playfair, Esq., aged 64 (?).

Wilson —Died, on Sat., 9^th Jan., Mr. James Wilson, Scotch Line, Bathurst , aged 80 years.

McConnell—Died, on Tues., 27^th Nov., (name illegible), eldest daughter of Mr. John McConnell, North Sherbrooke , aged 7 years and 10 months.

The funeral of the late Mr. W. O. Buell, Esq.—The late Mr. Buell’s remains were followed to their last resting place on Friday, by a large concourse of his fellow citizens, among whom were county officials, members of the bar, clergymen and leading businessmen of the town.  The Bar attended in their robes.  Among the mourners were Jacob D. Buell, Esq., Brockville , M.P., brother of the deceased; Col. Crawford, M.P. and Mr. M. Harris of Ottawa .  The remains were taken to St. James Church  the impressive service of the Episcopal Church was performed after which they were laid in the family plot in the old burying ground.  Much respect throughout was paid the deceased gentleman by his fellow citizens.

Perth Courier, Jan. 18, 1878

Transcriber’s Note:  This page was extremely faded.  Nine marriages, one birth and one death are not able to be transcribed.

Murphy—Died, on Tuesday, 13^th Jan., Jane Devlin (Murphy), wife of Mr. Michael Murphy, Drummond, age (illegible, maybe 90).

Perth Courier, Jan. 25, 1878

Newman—Died, at Lombardy on Oct. 1, Charlotte Newman, daughter of William and Mary Newman.  (no age given.)

Mair—Died, at Westbourne (?), Manitoba , on Friday, the 4^th inst., Mr. H. R. Mair, J.P., in the 50^th year of his age. (Note could be Moir, article in the Feb. 1, 1878 paper is as follows:  “In recording the death of the late Mr. Holmes Moir, Esq., we unthinkingly made the remark that his wife survived him.  This is an error, Mrs. Moir died some two or three years ago.”)

McNabb—Died, at Nepean on the 11^th inst., Lavina J. (McNabb), beloved wife of Mr. James McNabb, formerly of Carleton Place , and sister to Mr. C. O. Stockhouse, Esq., aged 43 (?).

White—Died, at Peterborough , Ont., on the 3^rd (?) Jan., Benjamin Melville (White), second son of Mr. Samuel White and nephew of Mrs. R. McConnell, Pembroke, aged 17.

Browning—Died, on Wed., 17^th Jan., at Hopetown, Janet Curdy (Browning), relict of the late Mr. Archibald Browning, Lanark Township , and mother of Mr. Archibald Browning of Dalhousie, aged 87, a native of Kilmarnoch , Scotland .  Deceased, with her husband, came to Lanark Settlement in 1821.

Newman—Died, at Lombardy , the 1^st Oct., Charlotte (Newman), daughter of William and Mary Newman.

In Memorium:  The late Mrs. Harriett L. Croskery died in Garrie (?) Barrie (?), Ont., on Jan. 17, 1878 .  (NOTE:  A long poem follows, which is not reproduced here.)  Peace be unto her.  Many a breaking heart has she left behind her in the flower of her youth, weeping over the cold remains that in slumbering in the narrow (illegible word) for which she has so unexpectedly departed.

Perth Courier, February 1, 1878

McNie—Died, at Perth , on Sabbath evening, 27^th (?) Jan, Sarah Cameron (McNie), wife of  Mr. John McNie, aged 42.

Cowan—Died, at Nepean, on the 11^th Jan., Lavinia J. Cowan, beloved wife of Mr. James Cowan, formerly of Carleton Place , sister of C. G. Stockhouse, aged 42.

Croskery—Died, in Gorvia (?), on the 17^th Jan., Harriett Wrathall (Croskery), beloved wife of Mr. James Croskery, Esq., formerly of Carleton Place, aged 37.

McPherson—Died, on the 27^th Jan., Elsie (?) Marr (McPherson), beloved daughter of John and Eliza McPherson, Carleton Place , aged 9 months and 24 days.

Robertson—Died, in Lanark, on Wednesday, 30^th Jan., Catharine Cameron (Robertson), daughter of Mr. Daniel Robertson, aged 21.

McDonnell—Died, at (illegible word, starts with a ‘F’), Alexandria, Co. Glengarry, at the residence of his uncle, Mr. C. D. Chisholm, Esq., Arch.(?) Chisholm MacDonnell, nephew of Rev. Dr. Chisholm, aged 22.

We are sorry to hear of the death of Mr. Alex. C. MacDonnell in Alexandria, Co. Glengarry, formerly agent of the Dominion Telegraph Co. here and nephew of Rev. Dr. Chisholm.  He was an estimable young man.

Taylor —Died, at Middleville, on the 25^th Jan., Janet McGee ( Taylor ), relict of the late Mr. John Taylor, aged 82.

Lee—Died, in North Sherbrooke , on Monday, 28^th (?) Jan., James Lee, aged (70?—or 79?).

Wilson—Died, on the 25^th Jan., Mr. David Wilson, Jr., Township of Westmeath, aged 27 years, 4 months and 27 days.

McNie—Died, suddenly, while endeavouring to kindle the fire on the morning of the 16^th (?) 18^th (?) Jan., Duncan (McNie), a native of Perthshire, Scotland, who emigrated to this country in 1818 and for 56 years was a resident of Beckwith, aged 72.

McCulloch—Died, at Portage in Prairie, Manitoba, 23^rd Dec., of scarlet fever, Maggie Ann (McCulloch), aged 12 years and 5 months; and on 31^st Dec., Mary Jane (McCulloch), aged one year and 11 months, children of William and Ann McCulloch.

Perth Courier, Feb. 8, 1878

Shaw—Died, at Smith’s Falls, on Wed., 6^th Jan., Hon. James Shaw, Senator, aged 80.

Foran—Died, at Pembroke, on the 30^th Jan., John (Foran), eldest son of Mr. John Foran, Esq., Green Park, Aylmer Road, aged 24.

Poole—Died, at Montague, on the 30^th Jan., Johanna Vi--- (Poole), wife of Mr. Thomas Poole, Esq., 29 (?) years of age.  (Note, second name of deceased was illegible.)

McCann—Died, at Carleton Place , on the 31^st Jan., the infant son of Mr. M. McCann.

McCann—Died, at Carleton Place , on the 21^st Jan., Mary (McCann), wife of Mr. M. McCann, aged 27.

Death of Honorable James Shaw—By the death of the Hon. James Shaw, which took place at Smith’s Falls on Wed. last the County of Lanark loses one of its oldest and best known residents.  The Honorable gentleman, who has been ailing for some time, took an attack of sciatica and was also penetrated last Tuesday by inflammation of the bowels which in short proved fatal, the final attack beginning and ending in about 20 minutes.  The late Mr. Shaw came to this section of Canada in 1820 from his native county of Wexford , Ireland and for the long period of 58 years remained a resident within the County of Lanark .  Long ago he was also a prominent businessman in Smith’s Falls and continued in that especially up to a few years since.  In  (1851?1831?), he was elected a member of the Legislative Assembly of Canada by the United Counties of Lanark and Renfrew and again for S. Lanark in (1834?1854?).  In 1860 he was elected to the Legislative Council for the Bathurst District and in 1867 was appointed a Dominion Senator on the inauguration of the Canadian Confederation.  This position he filled at the time of his death.  The deceased Senator was a good old fashioned Conservative and also a very credible representative of his party, possessing a great head and heart with a dignity of temperament which ensured him respect among all parties and classes.  His death, of course, has left a vacancy in the Dominion Senate which we hope to see filled by as credible a type as Mr. Shaw.

Perth Courier, Feb. 15, 1878

Rae—Died, at Ramsay, on the 22^nd ult., the infant son of Mr. Jas. Rae.

Milne—Died, on Sunday morning, 3^rd Feb., Christina (Milne), third daughter of the late Mr. George Milne, Arnprior, aged 18.

McKay—Died, in S. Sherbrooke , on Sunday, 27^th Jan., Mary Johnston Scott (McKay), relict of the late Mr. Donald McKay, aged 93.

The funeral of the late James Shaw took place on the afternoon of 9^th Feb. and was one of the largest ever seen in Smith’s Falls.  A great many arrived by train, among whom were a deputation from the Senate, consisting of Messrs. Miller, Reed, Chapals, Southerland, Arnold (?), Montgomery, and Wilmott, being a representation of all the Provinces in the Dominion.  The Hon. Alex. Morris; D. Galbraith, M.P.; J.C. Haggart, M.P.; Mr. Briggs, M.P.; and A. Code, M.P.P. were also there.  The procession headed to St. John’s Church where impressive services were conducted by Rev. Messrs. C.P. Emery and R. L. Stephenson, A.M., Rector of Perth.  On returning, the cortege duly arrived at St. John’s churchyard where the remains of the much lamented gentleman were consigned to their last resting place.

Perth Courier, Feb. 22, 1878

Baird—Died, on Tuesday 15^th (?) Feb. at Lanark Village , J. Baird, age 32(?) 52(?).

Blackburn —Died, at Middleville, on the 13^th (?) 17^th (?) Feb., after a long and painful illness, Jane M. Blackburn, wife of Mr. John Blackburn, age (illegible, 52?)

Chesnow—Died, at Port Elmsley on 14^th (?) Feb., Agnes (Chesnow), daughter of Mr. Thomas Chesnow, aged 19 (?) years.  The parents have the sympathy of the whole community in their bereavement.  (Note, not sure of this surname.)

King—Died, at Brockville on the 2^nd Feb., Mr. Thomas King, in the 55^th year of his age, a native of Paisley, Scotland, and he was an old and respected resident of Brockville, where he had filled various civic offices from time to time.

McNabb—Died, on the evening of Feb.4, at his residence in Beckwith, Mr. John McNabb, in the 65^th (?) year of his age.

King—Died, in Montague, on the 14^th (?) Feb., Isabella King, for some time assistant teacher in the High School at Smith’s Falls and daughter of Mr. Jas. King of Montague.

Perth Courier, March 1, 1878

Ferland—Died, on Friday morning, 22^nd Feb. (?), Mr. Alfred Leon Ferland, Esq., merchant, aged 45 (?).

Peacock—Died, of scarlet fever, on the 21^st Feb., at Rosetta, Catharine Ida Peacock, aged 4 years and Robert Peacock, 2 years, children of Mr. Matthew Peacock.

McGonial—Died, on Sat., 16^th Feb., William John (McGonial), only child of Mr. Peter McGonial, Esq., Arnprior, aged 2 years and 10 months.

Alston—Died, at White Lake , on the 8^th (?) Feb., Mr. John Alston, a native of Glasgow , Scotland , aged 56 (?).

We regret to inform of the sudden death of Mr. A. J. Ferland, merchant, on Friday morning last.  His funeral on Sabbath last was largely attended.  The deceased in his lifetime was a general favorite – upright and honorable in his dealings and a reputation for unimpeachable integrity.  His affability of manner won for him the esteem of a large circle of friends and acquaintances.  Sorrow is felt for his death and respect for his memory, sympathy for his bereaved widow—all were shown in unequivocal manner by the large number which attended the funeral service on last Sunday afternoon.  It was one of the largest ever seen in Perth —evident proof of the general esteem in which he was held.

Perth Courier, March 8, 1878

Caldwell —Died, at Sparta , Wisconsin , on the 11^th Jan., Henry ( Caldwell ), son of Mr. John Caldwell, of Darling, aged 27 (?).

Walsh—Died, at his father’s residence, Montague, 22^nd Feb., Lawrence Walsh, in the 30^th year of his age.

Douglas—Died, on the 13^th ult., after an illness borne with Christian fortitude, Jennie (Douglas), the eldest beloved daughter of Mr. John Douglas, Stewartville, age (illegible, two numbers, the last was ‘6’.)

McDougall—Died, at Denver, Colorado,  on the 21^st Feb., Alexander (McDougall), second son  of the late Mr. J. L. McDougall, Esq., M.P., of congestion of the heart, in the 32^nd (?) year of his age.

Coulter—Died, at Clayton, on the 27^th Feb., Elizabeth (Coulter), wife of Mr. James Coulter, aged 75.

McDonald—Died, at Charlottonburgh (?), on the 31^st Jan., Mr. Donald Roy McDonald, Esq., father of Professor A. R. McDonald, aged 80.

McTavish—Died, in Township Sullivan, County Grey, on the 23^rd Feb., John (McTavish), eldest son of Mr. Peter McTavish, formerly of Beckwith, aged 33.

Perth Courier, March 15, 1878

Kellock—Died, at Perth , on Thursday, 14^th March, Alvira (?) D. McDonnell (Kellock), wife of Mr. Robert Kellock, Esq., gaoler, County of Lanark, in the 67^th year of her age.

Perth Courier, March 22, 1878

Laborn—Died, at North Elmsley, on the 14^th inst., Mary Haggarth Laborn, relict of the late Mr. Thomas Laborn, aged 60.

Perth   Courier, March 29, 1878

Watt—Died, at Darling, on the 5^th inst., Alexander (Watt), youngest son of Alexander and Mary Watt, one year 8 months and 10 days old.

Anderson—Died, on the 19^th inst., at Clyde Mills near Hopetown, Lillian Kay (Anderson), beloved wife of Mr. J. W. Anderson, Esq., (age illegible.)

Publow—Died, of consumption, on Sunday, March, 24, Emily L. Publow, aged 18 years.  The subject of the above notice was the eldest daughter of Mr. James Publow, blacksmith, Balderson’s Corners.  Strange to say, her death occurred on Sunday last, practically one year (by the days of the week) after her lamented mother’s decease.  Early last summer she very wisely suffered the Holy Spirit to lead her to Christ and though at times troubled and perplexed about her general welfare, grace finally triumphed and during her long and patiently borne illness she exhibited much of the Excellency of the knowledge of God.  Unselfish, full of sympathy and beautifully confiding, she won for herself many friends and enjoyed in a large measure the affections of those around her and they mourn her loss with unfeigned sorrow.  A short time before her death, on being questioned by one of her spiritual comforters as to the possibility of there being any doubt about her going to her heavenly house she replied that there was not even a “shadow of a doubt” thus powerfully testifying to the “Stoning Blood of Christ” (transcriber’s note, unsure of that quoted phrase).  After a long illness she has triumphed over death and has entered into the rest that remains for the people of God.  Her funeral sermon was preached by the Rev. Mr. Robertson from the following text (chosen by herself) “For we know that if our earthly tabernacle were dissolved we have a building of God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens” (2^nd Cor. Chap 5 Verse 4).  The bereaved family have the heartfelt sympathy of the entire community in their bereavement.  Her remains were followed to the grave in the Episcopal burying grounds in Lanark Village on Tuesday last by a large concourse of friends and relatives and there interred awaiting the morning of the Resurrection.  Cox.

Perth Courier, April 19, 1878

Rudsdale—Died, at Glen Tay, on the 9^th (?) inst., William John (Rudsdale), second son of Mr. William Rudsdale, 11 months and 2 days.

Almer—Died, on Wed., 10^th (?) inst., Herbert (Almer), only son of Mr. B. H. Almer, blacksmith, Port Elmsley.  (no age was given.)

Wright—Died, at his father’s residence Lanark Village, on the 18^th inst., Mr. James Wright, Jr., in the 35^th year of his age.

Perth Courier, April 12, 1878

Dunnett—Died, at Perth, on Monday evening, 8^th April, Mr. George Dunnett, Esq., merchant, aged 64, a native of Thorne (?), Caithness, Scotland.

Barr—Died, at the Township of Dalhousie , Mrs. Barr, Sr., aged (76-? Or 78-?).

(Note, not entirely sure of the spelling of this surname.)

Cowan—Died, at Hochelaga (?), P.Q., on Monday, 5^th (?) April, Arthur (Cowan), infant son of Mr. W. J. Cowan, aged one year, 5 months and 19 days.

Dyre—Died, in Richmond , on the 5^th (?) April Percy Lionel (Dyre), infant son of Rev. W. H. Dyre, aged one year and nine months.

Fife —Died, at Drummond, Sunday 3^rd March, Margaret Jane Warwick ( Fife ), wife of Mr. Thomas Fife, aged (34-? Or 54?).

Perth Courier, April 26, 1878

MacPherson—Died, at Kincardine Friday, 12^th inst., Elizabeth (MacPherson), beloved wife of Mr. Malcolm MacPherson, Esq., formerly of Perth, 70 years of age and 11 months.  In the above brief announcement the tidings were given to our people that one had been called from our little circle to pass through the Valley of the Shadow to her well earned rest.  In the sudden departure of Mrs. MacPherson, there is missed from the beautiful homestead on the banks of the river one in whose memory most have lingered all the more prominent events in the most important portion of the history of Canadian life; 71 years of activity, stirring life and the more so from the fact of her having been born, as it were, in the very ranks of the most deeply interested political band.  The following particulars will be of interest in this connection:  Mrs. MacPherson was born on the 25^th of May, 1807 and was, therefore, 71 years of age at the time of her death.  She was born in Ernestown (?), in the County of Lennox and was the daughter of one of the U. E. Loyalists who emigrated to Canada at the termination of the First American War.  Her maiden name was Elizabeth MacPherson, but no relative to Malcolm MacPherson, Esq., before marriage, which took place in February of 1821 (or 1831?).  It will be seen that during the next forty years were enjoyed quiet, connubial happiness.  The deceased was the mother of eleven children and leaves six children:  Robert, who resides in Buffalo ; Helen, wife of Archibald Campbell; John M. MacPherson, William MacPherson, James A. MacPherson and Norman MacPherson.  In the month of July, 1869, her youngest and favorite son, Malcolm MacPherson, was drowned in Lake Huron while bathing and the affectionate mother never recovered the severe shock she thus sustained.   On the morning of Friday, 17^th inst., she walked to the breakfast table and at 3:00 in the afternoon became ill and remained in this condition until 11:20 in the evening when her spirit took its flight.  At the time of her death, her husband, all of the children (except Robert), were present.  Kincardine Review.

Drennan —Died, on Tuesday morning, 23^rd inst., of diphtheria, John Albert Drennan, infant son of Mr. Michael Drennan, Drummond, aged 3 years and 5 (?) months.

Moore—Died, at North Elmsley, on Friday, 19^th inst., Henry Thomas Moore, son of Mr. J. S. Moore, aged 10 years and 9 months

Magee—Died, at Merrickville on Monday night, 15^th inst., Charlotte (Magee), daughter of Mr. W. H. Magee, Esq.  (no age was given.)

Reilly—Died, at Almonte, on the 17^th April, Maggie Reilly, aged 14.

Brown—Died, at his residence, Carleton Place , on Wednesday, 17^th April, Mr. John Brown, Esq., in the 82^nd year of his age.

Brown—Died, at his father’s residence, Carleton Place , on the 19^th April, Pertrushie (?) Brown, daughter of Mr. Jas. Brown, moulder, aged 5.

Hunter—Died, on Saturday, 6^th April, Josephine Nairns (Hunter), wife of Mr. James Hunter of Dalhousie, aged 44.

How short and frail are earthly joys

The objects loved the best.

How soon they fade like morning dew

Or sunset in the West.

Vain are our hopes on earthly things

Like flowers that bloom and die

But heavenly hopes well planted here

Shall flourish in the sky.

We do not mourn as those who do

To whom no hope is given

We know if we to Christ are true

We’ll meet our friends in Heaven.

When soon or late we reach the shore

O’er life’s rough storms tossed

May we rejoice to meet once more

Without one number lost.

In Memorium:  The Late Mrs. Kellock

From The Canadian Baptist

Mrs. Kellock was a native of Paisley , Scotland .  In early life she emigrated to Canada with her parents and the rest of her family.  In 1833 she was married to Mr. Robert Kellock, both being at that time members of the Scotch Presbyterian Church, then under the ministration of  Dunkald Scot.  Being led to see her duty in the baptism as James had ordained it on his children, she was immersed by Elder J. McEwen and united with the Church in Beckwith of which Rev. McEwen was the pastor.  In October of 1842, the Perth Baptist Church was organized by our respected brother Rev. Dr. Fyfe, who remained the pastor for a short time.  Mrs. Kellock was one of the constituent members of these 21 (?) in all, only Dr. Kellock, Rev. Dr. Davidson and several others now remain.  Of  the dear departed mother it is enough to say she was a faithful, consistent Christian, holding fast to her own cherished principles yet loving all who loved her Lord.  As a wife and a mother, she was tender and affectionate.  Her hospitality and kindness to all abounded especially to those of the household of faith.  To the poor or distressed she was charitable and sympathetic while towards the unfortunate class coming under her charge as Matron of the County Gaol she was especially considerate.  A dear Father in Israel when the Lord has long laid aside from active work yet who speaks to thousands through the press in writing to the bereaved husband says of the deceased whom he knew many years ago “she was the model Christian woman full of kindness and good works and ever ready to do what she could to promote the cause of faith and righteousness.  I think of her great kindness to me on my visits with much gratitude and look forward with joy to meeting her in the better land.”  The estimation in which she was held by all classes was evinced by the large attendance at her funeral while at the recent session of the Court of Queen’s Bench the Grand Jurors acknowledged in appreciative terms the deep regret felt by her removal from the position which she had so long and faithfully held.  Mrs. Kellock suffered for many years from heart disease.  During the last five years the malady steadily progressed, her bodily weakening increased and confinement to her home became necessary.  About New Year’s Eve, she was stricken with a sudden aggravation of the disease.  The final attack continued for about ten weeks during which she suffered very much but the Lord wonderfully upheld her.  Her sufferings ended on the 14^th March, her faith triumphing in a peaceful end.

Smith’s Falls:  Last Sunday evening about 9:00 Edward Gilroy breathed his last.  He was born in Leitrim County, Ireland, whence he came to the U.S. at an early age and thence to Canada at the breakout of the troubles in 1837, settling and residing ever since in this section.  For many years back he was a resident of Smith’s Falls and did a great service as a preserver of the peace, his fearless presence and courageous conduct being the terror of lawbreakers.  He was buried on Monday afternoon in the cemetery.

Carleton Place:  The late John Brown, Esq., --  With heartfelt sorrow we have to record the death of John Brown, Esq., which took place on the evening of the 17^th inst., after a lingering illness of several months.  The sad event though not unexpected has cast a gloom over the entire community and his loss will be long felt by the public generally but especially by those who have known him as a firm and faithful friend.  His kindly disposition, his firm integrity and his moral worth will be long remembered by all who had dealings with him.  The sorrowing relatives have the sympathy of very many in their sad bereavement.

Death of a Printer

From the Ottawa Free Press of Tuesday last:

On Thursday last Mr. William McKay, a printer employed in the government office, went to his home at Carleton Place , being sick and there died on Saturday night.  His illness was very brief and none thought that he was near death’s door.  Haemorrhage of the lungs is said to have been the cause of his death.  Deceased was a member of the Ottawa Typographical Union and also of the Orange Young Briton Order.

Perth Courier, May 8, 1878

SUDDEN DEATH OF REV. DR. CHISHOLM

We have seldom been called upon to chronicle an event which caused more excitement and more general sorrow among all classes of the community than that which follows.  The subject of this article—the death of Rev. Dr. Chisholm, the Roman Catholic Pastor of this place and a gentleman widely known in this province.  The occurrence was so awfully sudden and unexpected that for a little while people were stunned by the intelligence and unable to comprehend the naked truth or realize the fact that had been so sternly placed before them.  Between 3 and 4:00 on Wednesday afternoon, the late Dr. and Rev. R. L. Stephenson were walking downtown together.  Suddenly the Dr. was seized with illness and stepped into the drug store of Messrs. J. Bower and Co., near which they happened to be and obtained some kind of medication for his ailment.  A few minutes after taking the mixture he became cheerful so much so that he sent for his carriage to take him home but in a little while he was seized with another attack which was attended with extensive pain in the region of the heart and with convulsions and suddenly, while taking a second dose of medication from Mr. Stephenson he fell back on the floor and almost instantly expired.    The end came within twenty minutes of the time he went into the drug store.  The cause of death is stated by medical gentlemen to be a spasm of the heart.

The late Dr. James J. Chisholm, D.D., was the son of Col. Chisholm, M.P.P. of the Royal Africa Corps and was born at Alexandria in the County of Glengarry in Feb., 1821 and as his birthplace indicates was of Highland Scot extraction.  He attended the Montreal College until he was 14 years of age when he went to Rome , Italy , to complete his education, remaining there until 1846.  For about a year after this, he served as Director at Regiopolis (?) College at Kingston after which he was placed over the congregation at Lindsay , Ontario and filled the position of parish priest there for ten years.  He was then transferred to his native place, Alexandria , where he remained another ten years after which he came to Perth .  This was in 1867 and for the last 12 years his life has been devoted to a wholesome and faithful oversight of his flock— Perth and neighborhood, by whom he was beloved and esteemed.  His liberality of opinion and goodness of heart rendered him popular with all classes and creeds and the spirit with which he entered into all public enterprises gave much assistance to schemes of this nature.  At the time of his death, he was Secretary of the County of Lanark Board of Examiners and a member of the Perth R. C. Separate School Board and the Board of Education.  In his death we can only say that this community has sustained a loss which will not easily be made up.

Chisholm—Died, suddenly, on Wednesday afternoon, 1^st May, of heart disease, James J. Chisholm, D. D., parish priest, Perth, aged 57.

Campbell—Died, at Admaston (?) on Tuesday, 16^th April, Mr. John Campbell, Sr., Esq., aged 86 (?) years and one month.

Ramsay—Died, in Ramsay at the residence of Mr. Jas. Duncan, on the 19^th April, Mary Duncan (Ramsay), wife of Mr. E. J. Ramsay, Washington City, U.S. aged (73 or 75).

McRostie —Died, at Carleton Place on the 24^th April, after a long and severe illness, Mr. John McRostie, aged 82.

Another article in the same paper:   Carleton Place :  Another old resident gone, one by one they fall around us.  Mr. John McRostie, a gentleman who had been 47 years a resident of Carleton Place, died at his residence very suddenly last Wednesday evening and was buried on the following Friday.  The funeral procession was a large one the procession including a number of aged and life long friends of the deceased.  Mr. McRostie was born in the vicinity of Courie (?), Perthshire , Scotland in the month of May, 1796 and emigrated to Canada in 1820 with the late Peter Cram and family, settling in the Township of Beckwith and 47 years ago moved to Carleton Place .  He was married to Jennie Cram, daughter of the late Peter Cram and had two sons and four daughters all of whom survive him.

Sweeney—Died, at Stafford on the 14^th inst., Simon Fraser (Sweeney), fourth son of Mr. Simon Sweeney, aged 4 years, 3 months, and 15 days.  (Note, not entirely sure of the surname of the deceased.)

Moffatt—Died, on Tuesday morning, 23^rd April, Mary V. Lander (?) (Moffatt), eldest daughter of Mr. Alexander McNab, Sr., Esq., of Pembroke, aged 14 (or 11?) years, 7 months and 13 days.  (Note, do not know why the discrepancy between daughter’s surname and that of her father, might be a stepchild)

Jackson —Died, at his mother’s residence, Franktown, on the 20^th (?) April, Mr. William Jackson, aged 33.

Cram—Died, at his mother’s residence in Beckwith, on Saturday, 25^th April, Rev. Peter Cram, aged 45.

Flood—Died, in S. Sherbrooke , on Monday, 29^th April, Isabella (Flood), daughter of Mr. John Flood, aged 23.

Field—Died, on the 27^th April, of inflammation of the lungs, Lillian Gertrude (Field), daughter of Mr. W. W. Field, Perth , aged one year, 6 months.

Smith’s Falls:  As we go to press comes the sad news of the death of the wife of Mr. A. G. Hamilton, Hamilton Brothers, whose decease yesterday morning cast a shadow over many homes in the village.  She leaves an infant only two weeks old and a child some three years older.

Pembroke:  It is with regret that we, this day, have to announce the death of Mr. Robert Thomson, Portage du Fort, on Sunday afternoon, one of the oldest lumbermen on the Ottawa .  He had a very severe attack last year about this time and had partially recovered.

Perth Courier, May 24, 1878

Patten—Died, at the residence of her brother-in-law, Mr. Peter Robertson, Esq., 81 Redpath St., Montreal, Ellen Hanlon (?) (Patten), widow of the late Mr. Augustus Patten, aged 61, formerly of Perth .

Smith’s Falls:  Fatal Drink of Tea:  On Thursday evening last a little daughter of Mr. Andrew Smith, Almonte, about 3 or 4 years of age, took a drink of boiling tea out of the teapot and expired about 12 hours afterwards.  After taking the fatal drink, the unfortunate little girl suffered great pain until death came to her relief.

Smith’s Falls:  Most of our readers will regret to learn of the death of Mr. Robert Crampton, formerly of this place.  Mr. Crampton was for several years a dry goods merchant at Carleton Place and at one time held the position of Reeve.  He was a Clerk of the village council for a few years.  He died in South Bay City , Michigan on the 19^th inst.  From the Central Canadian.

In Memorium

Walter McQuat

Walter McQuat died at Winnipeg , Manitoba on the 24^th (?) Aug., in the 29^th year of his age.  Walter McQuat, formerly of Dalhousie, it is with deep regret that we announce the death of a young friend who was cut down in the prime of his life.  Two years ago Mr. McQuat left the paternal home for Manitoba and as we bade him farewell little did we think that we would meet him no more on this side of the grave and eternity.  Yet so it proved.  He is gone, leaving many aching hearts behind.  A few weeks before his death he undertook a long journey on foot.  This undertaking proved too much for his feeble constitution and on approaching Winnipeg after a tramp of 200 miles, he was penetrated by a severe attack of pneumonia which notwithstanding the loving care of kind friends, speedily terminated in death.  Singularly free from the view to which many young men are addicted, he was beloved by all who knew him and when the tidings came of his untimely death, deep and heartfelt was the sorrow manifested by a large circle of friends and acquaintances.  One comfort alone he left his heart stricken relatives who feel that “our loss is his gain”.  We do not doubt that our young friend has sought and found the “Pearl of Great Price” that he had indeed “chosen that good path which cannot ever be taken away” and although his death will leave a breech which can never be repaired we feel that there is another tie binding us to our heavenly home and if our hearts are grieved by the knowledge that we shall never see him again on earth we rejoice to think that we shall behold him again at the marriage supper of the Lamb and walk with him in white o’er golden streets of the New Jerusalem.  “Blessed are the dead that die in the Lord”. Cox

Elliott—Died, at Perth on Monday morning, the 13^th inst., Elizabeth Ann (Elliott), daughter of Mr. Robert Elliott, aged 13.

Radenhurst—Died, at her residence, Perth , on Sunday, 12^th inst., Edith Ridout (?) (Radenhurst), widow of the late Mr. Thomas Radenhurst, Q.C., in the 64^th year of her age.

Robertson—Died, at Lanark, on Tuesday, 14^th inst., Joseph (Robertson), son of Mr. John Robertson, aged 18 (?).

Smith—Died, at Oliver’s Ferry, on Sunday night, 12^th inst., Mr. Henry Smith.  (age was illegible)

Hogan—Died, at Clayton, County Lanark, 2^nd April of heart disease, Patrick Hogan, tailor, aged 52.

Smith’s Falls:  Sudden Death in Frankville on Sunday night last:  Mrs. Levi Kilburn of  Frankville, sister of Mr. John Ketchum of this place died very suddenly.  During the night her husband observed a strange and unaccountable shudder on the part of his wife and inquired what was the matter.  Receiving no reply he arose and discovered to his amazement that she was dead.

Perth Courier, June 7, 2003

On Monday morning last, Mrs. Daniel Beck, an aged lady who lived nearly a lifetime at Smith’s Falls, passed peacefully away to her longed for home.  With her partner for life she had lived contentedly and considerably more than the allotted three score and ten years, loved and revered by all who knew her.  The remains were followed to the grave on Wednesday afternoon by a large number of prominent citizens of that village for not rich in worldly goods, all could rejoice that her last days and hours had been smoothed by knowing she had “done what she could” and trusting all to her Redeemer.  She was a consistent and honored member of the Church of England.

Drowned—Last Friday while a son of Mr. James Dunlop, who lives a short distance above Caldwell’s Mills, was out playing on some logs on the river, he, by some mishap of other, fell in and was drowned.  The body of the unfortunate little fellow was recovered shortly afterwards.  He was 8 years of age.

Perth Courier, June 14, 1878

Playfair—Died, on Sunday, 9^th June, Elizabeth (Playfair), wife of Mr. John Playfair, Fallbrook, Bathurst , aged (illegible).

Calladine—Died, on the 12^th May, at Smith’s Falls, Mr. W.J. Calladine, aged 63 (?).

Leach—Died, at Ono, County Frontenac , on Thursday, 30^th May, of diphtheria and croup, Laura Minerva Leach, 8 years, 5 months and 4 days. Also, died, at Ono, County Frontenac , on Friday, 31^st May, of diphtheria and croup, Lillian (Leach), beloved daughters of Mr. James Leach.

Perth Courier, June 21, 1878

Dickson—Drowned, at Gaulerich (?) on the 5^th inst., James F. Dickson, of the Huron Signal, son of Mr. W. Dickson aged (21? Or 31?).

Dodd—Died, on the 27^th May, at Arnprior, Mr. Joseph Dodd of Bristol , in the 65^th year of his age.

McCann—Died, at Smith’s Falls on Thursday, 5^{th  (?)}  June, Sarah (McCann), wife of Mr. William McCann, lockmaster, age 44.  (note, not entirely sure of the surname.)

Conn —Died, at Smith’s Falls on Thursday, 11^{th (?)} June, George B. Conn, aged 14 years.

Kerr—Died, at Merrickville, on Monday, (date illegible), of inflammation of the lungs, Electa Ann (Kerr), wife of Mr. John Kerr.

Cunningham—Died, at DeKalb Junction , N.Y. , on Tuesday, 11^{th (?)} inst., Bridget (Cunningham), wife of Mr. John Cunningham and mother of Mr. Robert Boyd of Smith’s Falls.  No age was given

Hislop—Died, at his residence in Perth on Monday, 17^th (?) June, Mr. James Hislop, merchant tailor, aged 35.

Perth Courier, July 5, 1878

Brown—Died, at Perth on Sunday, 30^th June, Janet Mair (Brown) relict of the late Mr. William Brown, aged 77.

Berchill—Died, at Merrickville, on the 26^th June, William (Berchill), son of Mr. John Berchill, P.L.S., of consumption, aged 21.  (note, not entirely sure of the spelling of this surname.)

Paul—Died, at Mount Blow Cottage, Ramsay, on the 26^th (?) June, Sarah Duff McPherson (Paul), wife of Mr. John Paul, aged 41.

McFarlane—Died, at her brother’s residence Mt. Pleasant, Ramsay, on the 13^th June, of (illegible word) fever, in the 36^th (?) year of her age, Jane (McFarlane), wife of Mr. David B. McFarlane, 3^rd Concession Ramsay, and daughter of David and Janet A---head, of Ramsay.

Perth Courier, July 12, 1878

Tosh—Died, at Almonte on 21^st June, Clementine Sym (Tosh), wife of Mr. William Tosh, aged (23?—29?).

Lynch—Died, at Ramsay, on Wednesday, 29^th (?) June, at the residence of her son, Mr. Daniel Lynch, Catharine Lynch, widow of the late Mr. Patrick Lynch, aged 76.

Davison—Died, at her father’s residence in Lanark Village, on the 8^th July, Isabella Davison, aged 2 years and 2 months.  (note, no parent listed.)

Ringer—Died, in Smith’s Falls on the 5^th July, Harry (Ringer), son of Mr. H. Ringer, butcher, aged one day.

McLachlin—Died, at Beckwith, on the 1^st July, Elizabeth Ferguson (McLachlin), wife of the late Mr. Robert McLachlin, aged 70

Perth Courier, July 26, 1878

Kellock—Died, at Perth , on the 24^th inst., John Arthur (Kellock), infant son of Dr. J. D. Kellock, 5 months and 18 days.

Hints—Died, at Ottawa , on the 19^th July, of inflammation of the brain, Mary Christie (Hints), only daughter of William and Isabella Hints, 11 months and 5 days.  (note, not entirely sure of this surname.)

Ferrier—Died, on the 6^th (?) July, Mrs. Isaac (?) James (?) Ferrier, 9^th Line Burgess, aged 45.

Smith’s Falls:  Many in this section and especially Montague will regret to learn of the death this week of Mr. Thomas Kidd of that township, from a sunstroke ending in pleurisy.  Mr. Kidd was a man well advanced in years and was loved for his sterling qualities and genial disposition.  Overcome by the heat last week, Dr. Atchison was summoned but all aid proved in vain and after lingering 5 days passed away.

Perth Courier, August 2, 1878

Regan—Died, at the residence of her husband, in the State of Michigan , on the 21^st (?) June, after a painful illness which she bore with Christian patience and resignation, Jane Condon (?) Regan, beloved wife of Mr. John Regan, late of the Township of Dalhousie .  She emigrated with her husband in the year 1833 from Glasgow and settled in Dalhousie where she remained 40 years. Her remains were followed to the grave by a large concourse of mourning friends and relatives.  Conspicuous among the rest were 34 grandchildren.  She was an obliging neighbor, an affectionate wife and a kind and loving mother.  Her kind and amiable disposition endeared her to everyone.  Her husband has the sympathy of all his old neighbors in Dalhousie.

Shaw—Died, at Smith’s Falls, on 26^th July, Laura Geraldine (Shaw), daughter of Mr. James Shaw, aged 8 months and 27 days.

Read—Died, at Pembroke, on the 28^th July, Mr. John J. Read, aged 27 (?).

Dodds—Died, at Lanark, on Saturday, 20^th July, Mr. Thomas Dodds, aged 34.

Perth Courier, August 9, 1878

McCreary—Died, at Drummond, on the 25^th July, Joseph Campbell (McCreary), son of William James and Alicia McCreary, aged 10 months and 25 days.

Smith’s Falls:  We regret to learn from our Merrickville correspondent of the death at that village on Sunday night, of Mrs. Plumer (?) Merrick, eldest daughter of Mr. W. H. Magee.  She had been poorly for some time but the immediate cause of her death was a surgical operation which she had consented to with a view of prolonging her life.  The best medical skill from Montreal , Ottawa and elsewhere was employed but to no avail and she sank gradually and expired the next day.  Her death is very much regretted by everyone without exception and her bereaved family have the deepest sympathy of their extended circle of friends and acquaintances.

Perth Courier, August 15, 1878

Kippen—Died, on Saturday, 10^th inst., Jamie (?) Kippen, infant daughter of Mr. Duncan Kippen, Perth , aged 5 months.

Switzer—Died, at his residence at Pakenham, Mr. Christopher Switzer, in the 66^th year of his age.  (Note, no date was given.)

Mullen—Died, at Lanark Village , on Sunday, 11^th inst., Mr. Patrick Mullen, aged 74.

Brown—Died, on the 11^th inst., at the Congregational Manse, Middleville, of whooping cough, Geldard?Gerard? Brown, infant son of Rev. Robert Brown, aged 4 weeks and 3 days.  Man is a tender transient flower and even in blooming dies.

Switzer—Died, at his residence, Pakenham, Christopher Switzer, in the 66^th year of his age.

Dodds—Died, at her father’s residence, Glen Tay, on the 11^th inst., Bella Jane (Dodds), youngest daughter of Mr. Ralph Dodds, aged 7 years and 4 months.  Suffer little children to come unto me, for such is the Kingdom of Heaven .

Perth Courier, Aug. 23, 1878

McGregor—Died, at Balderson, on the 16^th Aug., Maggie Campbell (McGregor), daughter of Mr. John McGregor, aged 1 year, 3 months, and 27 days.

McCallum—Died, on Friday, 9^th Aug., Mary McLellan (McCallum), wife of Mr. Donald McCallum, 2^nd Concession Drummond, aged 83, a native of Perthshire, Scotland.

McGillivray—Died, at North Elmsley , on the 3^rd Aug., at the residence of Mr. John Ward, his son-in-law, Mr. Peter McGillivray, aged 93 (?).

Hunter—Died, in Carrolll County, Iowa, on the 3^rd Aug., by accident, Mr. William Hunter, late of Kitley, aged 62.

M---   Died, at Ramsay on the 12^th Aug. Mr. William M----, aged 85. (cannot read this surname.)

Northgraves—Died, at Winnipeg, on the 24^th July, Alma Belle (Northgraves), infant daughter of Mr. G. D. Northgraves, aged 10 months.

Lothian—Died, at Bristol, Quebec, on the 2^nd Aug., Margaret Walker (Lothian), wife of Mr. William Lothian, aged 55 (?), a native of Antrim, Ireland.

McK----  Died, in the township of Bristol , Quebec , on the 20^th July, Mathilda Walker (McK----), widow of the late Mr. Archibald McK----, aged 53.  (note, could not read this surname.)

McKinnon—Died, at Pembroke, on Wed., 14^th Aug., Mary McKinnon, beloved wife of Mr. John McKinnon, and second daughter of the late Mr. Murphy, Portage du Fort, aged 30.

Death of a Perth Lawyer—The death of Mr. James Boulton, barrister, Toronto , and the oldest member of the Toronto Bar, is announced.  Mr. Boulton at one time practiced in Perth and built and occupied the brick building belonging to Mr. Hugh Ryan.  His second wife was a sister of Mrs. G. H. Gamsby of Perth .

Perth Courier, August 30, 1878

Anderson —Died, on Tuesday, 5^th Aug., Janet ( Anderson ), wife of Mr. George Anderson, 3^rd Line Bathurst, aged 40.

McKinnon—Died, at Braeside (?), 19^th inst., Mr. Donald McKinnon, Esq., in the 74^th year of his age.

McNab—Died, at Westport on the morning of the 10^th August, Catharine McNab (Weatherhead), wife of Mr. M. L. Weatherhead and sister of the late Mr. William Freeland (?), aged 78.

McLeod—Died, at her residence, Perth , on Saturday, 21^st August, Janet Allen (McLeod), beloved wife of Mr. William McLeod, in the 62^nd year of her age.  The deceased was a native of Clackamannon (?), Scotland

Perth Courier, Sept. 6, 1878

Murphy—Died, at Pembroke, on the 3^rd inst., William Murphy, eldest son of Mrs. P. Murphy, aged 40.

Carr—Died, at Douglas, on the 24^th August, aged 63(?) 65(?), Mrs. Jane Carr, sister of Mr. James Lindsay, Esq., Reeve, Horton, and a native of Ayreshire, Scotland.

Dickson—Died, at Clarence (?), Ontario, on the 19^th August, Mr. Peter Dickson, formerly of the firm Dickson and McLaren, Pembroke, aged 25 years, 9 months and 11 days.

Child Burned to Death—Last Friday night a young child of Mr. John Cameron, North Elmsley between Pike’s Falls and Smith’s Falls, was burned to death through the clothing taking fire while its mother was momentarily absent.  The little sufferer lingered in agony from 7:00 that evening until the early morning about 4:00 .

As we go to press we learn that Mr. Thomas Malone, conductor on the Canada Central Railway was killed yesterday at Arnprior.  It is supposed that he was on top of a boxcar at the time and his head struck a beam over head connected with the bridge.  Poor Tom was a steady, sober young man and was rising in the Company’s services.  He was a native of Perth .

Dying in Colorado —The many friends of Mr. George Oliver, formerly of Otty Lake , will be grieved  to learn that he is lying mortally ill in Georgetown , Colorado of dropsy and that the disease is so far advanced that he may not be able to return to Perth alive.  On his way out to Colorado some two years ago, Mr. Oliver met with a severe accident on the cars and he never thoroughly recovered from it.  His injuries ultimately developed into the dropsy which is now afflicting him.  His son George, Jr., North Elmsley , left here on Wednesday last for Colorado intending to bring his father home if possible and to arrange other matters in connection with his affairs.  Mrs. Oliver and daughter will return to Perth with him.

Perth Courier, September 13, 1878

Last week we gave the sad intelligence through the Courier that Mr. Thomas Malone, conductor on the Canada Central Railway and a native of Perth had met with an awful sudden death on Thursday by coming into contact with a bridge over the railway at Arnprior.  This week we give the circumstances of this melancholy occurrence.  Two tramps had stolen a passage on his train going north and were discovered at Arnprior and put off the train.  After leaving that station the doomed man, with an earnest desire to perform his duties faithfully, went to the top of the van to see if these tramps had again boarded the train.  He had just placed one foot on top of the car when his head came into contact with the bridge which is only a few feet over the cars and he was killed instantly.  His comrades on the train, hearing his body fall on the car roof, at once realized the awful calamity and hurried to his rescue only to find that life was gone.  The train went on to Sand Point where an inquest was held on the body that same evening.  The jury, after a long deliberation, rendered a verdict that “the deceased came to his death from his head accidentally coming into contact with the bridge railway crossing while on top of the car in the discharge of his duty and we recommend that, this being the third accident of a similar nature, that has occurred at this locality, that attention of the railway company be called to the fact so that accidents can be prevented or damage if possible in the future be obliterated”.  The remains were brought to his father’s home in Perth by special train on Friday.  On Sunday morning the funeral took place.  The railway company had granted special trains to their employees and others from a distance.  The Brockville C. L. Society, of which the deceased was a member, accompanied the 41^st Battalion Band, and came as a body.  The employees from one end of the railway to the other also attended in a body.  In all, over 600 people came in by train.  As the solemn procession marched to the R. C. Church, hundreds of people witnessed with deep regret the last mark of respect for one whom the Rev. Father O’Reilly very touchingly alluded to as a “faithful servant, a dutiful son, and a model for all young men.”

Peden—Died, at Carleton Place, on the 8^th inst., William Peden, Jr., son of Mr. William Peden, Esq., aged 21 years, 3 months and 11 days.

McKinnon—Died, at Pembroke, on the 8^th inst., Mary Elizabeth (McKinnon), only daughter of Mr. John McKinnon, merchant and tailor of Pembroke, aged one month.

Kerr—Died, at Niagara Falls , Ont., on Monday, 2^nd Sept., Mr. Daniel Kerr (formerly of Perth ), aged 79 (?).  An old resident of Perth , Mr. Kerr, who left this place about eleven years ago, for the Niagara District, died at Niagara Falls on the 2^nd inst.  Mr. Kerr was one of the best known and most respected citizens of our town at one time.

Perth Courier, Sept. 20, 1878

Oliver—Died, at Lawsen , Colorado , on the morning of the 8^th inst., Mr. George Oliver, Sr., in the 57^th year of his life.

Death of George Oliver:  It is our duty to record the death of Mr. George Oliver, Sr., formerly of this town, which took place at Georgetown , Colorado on the morning of  Sunday, 8^th inst.  The funeral took place under the auspices of the Masonic Fraternity of Georgetown and the remains were interred in their grounds a short distance from the place.  The funeral was largely attended by the brethren.  Mr. George Oliver, Jr., who arrived there just too late to witness his father’s death will return to Perth in a few days bringing with him his mother and sister.

Two Young Men Drowned:  Carleton Place Herald:  It is our painful duty to record a very sad case of drowning  which occurred in the Mississippi Lake on Sunday night last.  Two young men, Alexander Gillies and Peter Peden, left home about 8:00 in the evening and went up the lake in a small canoe to shoot ducks by moonlight.  They intended returning by midnight but not coming home, yesterday a search was initiated and both bodies were found within 40 feet of the shore near McCann’s lower point called Black Point.  No person saw how the sac accident occurred but it is supposed that the canoe upset and in order to assist his comrade in swimming, Peter threw off his clothes and succeeded in getting all off but one boot.  When found, he had hold of Alex by one hand and he had one arm around Peter’s neck.  Since the above was typeset we learn that the unfortunate young men were good swimmers but became entangled in weeds and rice and mud and were unable to extricate themselves.  The bodies were found embedded in the mud only a few inches under the surface of the water.  They were brought in on Tuesday afternoon to their heartbroken friends and acquaintances.  The parents and friends of these young men have the heartfelt sympathy of the entire community and the fervent prayer to the God of all grace who afflicts, not willingly but for our good, that he may give strength to them to bear up under their sad bereavement.  Mr. Gillies was 21 years, 11 months and Mr. Peden was 24 years, 4 months.  The funeral will take place on Saturday at 1:00 .

Perth Courier, September 27, 1878

McLean—Died, on the 24^th inst., of diphtheria, Bella (McLean), only daughter of Mr. William Richard McLean, South Elmsley, aged 11 years.

Chatterton—Died, at her residence in Township of Elizabeth, Iowa, Charlotte Fraser (Chatterton), wife of Mr. John Chatterton and mother of Mr. Jerry Chatterson, aged 72.

Mrs. Daniel (?) Hilliard of Pakenham died suddenly at her husband’s residence a few days ago.  The deceased lady was much esteemed.

On last Saturday, Mr. Thomas Hughes of Innisville died of heart disease at Burritt’s Rapids.  He was buried at the former place on Monday.

Mr. Charles Dillabough, who resided near Renfrew, died on Sunday last from the bursting of a blood vessel.   Carleton Place Herald.

Perth Courier, October 4, 1878

McFarlane—Died, at Perth , on the 27^th Sept., Margaret Watson (McFarlane), wife of Mr. James McFarlane, aged 42.

Armstrong—Died, at South Sherbrooke , on the 26^th (?) ult., Mrs. Ann Armstrong, aged (38??98??). Note, no husband’s name was given.

O’Neil—Died, at Smith’s Falls, on the 25^th Sept. of consumption, Bartholomew O’Neil.  (No age given.)

McElroy—Died, at Montague, on the 24^th Sept. Mr. Patrick McElroy, aged 75.

McNicol—Died, at Almonte, on the 23^rd Sept., Frederick John (McNicol), infant son of Mr. James McNicol, aged six months.

Hilliard—Died, at Pakenham, on Tuesday, 24^th Sept., Margaret May (Hilliard), wife of Mr. Daniel Hilliard, Esq., in the 26^th year of her life.

Harvey —Died, at Arnprior, on the 21^st Sept., Mr. William Harvey, Sr., aged 68.

Copied from the Stratford Beacon:  Mr. James Wilson, who died on the 14^th inst., was born in Lanark , Scotland in 1788 (?).  He emigrated to Canada in 1830 and settled in the Township of Dalhousie in the then called Bathurst District (now Lanark County) where he remained until 1844, when he removed to what was then called the Huron Tract and settled in the Township of Pallarton? Fallarton? where by industry and perseverance he hewed out a comfortable home.  He filled the office of Councillor and Reeve for many years and made many warm friends both in the township and the country surrounding.  He was an elder in the Presbyterian Church and a kind and obliging neighbor and was much respected, which was shown by the large turn out at his funeral.  He has left four sons and four daughters to mourn their loss.  His wife died six years ago.

Perth Courier, October 11, 1878

McGregor—Died, at Almonte, on the 28^th Sept., Mr. James McGregor, aged 19.

Macgregor—Died, on the Sarnia Reserve, on the 1^st inst., Donald (Macgregor), youngest son of the late Mr. Alexander Macgregor of Bathurst, aged 18.  (Note, it is possible these two death notices are the same person, in the first instance the name was spelled McGregor and in the second Macgregor and the name was very hard to make out, not even sure it was in fact Macgregor.)

Perth Courier, October 18, 1878

McLane—Died, on the 12^th inst., Thomas Greg McLane, oldest son of Mr Richard McLane, North Elmsley, aged 13.  (Note, this surname could also have been McLean .)

Judge—Died, at Maberly, on the 1^st Oct., Mr. Charles Judge, for many years schoolmaster at Maberly, aged (67??87??).

Perth Courier, October 25, 1878

Toshack—Died, at Ramsay on the 10^th inst., Mr. Robert Toshack aged 56 (?).

McNaughton—Died, at Almonte, on the 13^th inst., Mr. Finlay McNaughton, blacksmith, aged 29.

Knapp—Died, at Carleton Place , on the 21^st inst., Mrs. Knapp, aged (63??43??48??).

Popplewell—Died, at her son’s residence, Bathurst , on Sunday, 20^th inst., Elizabeth Palmer (Popplewell), relict of the late Mr. Popplewell, aged 71.  Deceased was a native of Essex , England , and was buried in the St. James Churchyard on Tuesday inst.

McFarlane—Died, on the 5^th inst., 9^th Line Ramsay, William R. McFarlane, aged 9.

Perth Courier, November 1, 1878

Sims—Died, at San Rafael, California, on the 13^th Sept., Mr. John Sims, a native of Scotland, and former resident of Almonte, aged 37 years, and 4 months.

Knapp—Died, at Carleton Place , on the 21^st inst., Mrs. Knapp, aged 49 (?).

Doran—Died, at Maryville , Wolfe Island , on Thursday, 24^th inst., Mr. Richard Doran, formerly of Perth , aged 41.  Elsewhere in the newspaper:  Death of Mr. Doran:  The old acquaintances of Mr. Doran, who moved from Perth to Michigan some 11 years ago, will regret to learn of his death, which took place at Wolfe Island on the 24^th October.  Mr. Doran was a genial man of a wholesome temperament and his comparatively early death will be learned with sadness by his old friends.

We take the following from the Smith’s Falls News of Sept. 13:  “The deceased was the eldest daughter of Thomas Kearns of Brockville , formerly of Perth .  In our obituary column will be found a notice of the decease of Mrs. Robert Evans of Toledo .  It falls to the lot of few who leave this world amid so general a regret as this most estimable lady.  Her accomplishments combined with her musical ability rendered her an ornament in society.  Her ladylike demeanor and amiable disposition gained for her a large circle of friends.  Some six months ago she contracted a severe cold which settled in her lungs and ultimately developed into consumption.  Gradually she failed although her finely balanced mind and intellect remained intact until the last.  As if falling asleep, after bidding her family an affectionate farewell, her spirit passed peacefully unto the God who gave it.  She died as she had lived, trusting in her Redeemer and in the full hope of a glorious Resurrection.  On Monday her funeral was attended by a large number of sorrowing friends and relatives.  The Rev. Mr. Webster preached a very impressive sermon from the text “For the living know that they must die” (Eccles 10, 5), which was listened to with devout attention amidst many tears.  In the graveyard adjacent to the Toledo Church , the burial service of the Methodist Church was read, after which her remains were consigned to the silent tomb.”

Perth Courier, November 8, 1878

McLeod—Died, at the residence of her uncle, West Hawkesbury, on the 5^th inst., Mary Ann (McLeod), daughter of the late Mr. Norman McLeod, Esq., Pembroke, aged 20.

McNab—Died, at White Lake on the 17^th Oct., Francis Allan McNab, son of the late Mr. Allan McNab, Esq., aged 23.

Lockhart—Died, at his son’s residence at Almonte, on the 20^th Oct., Mr. William Lockhart, Sr., a native of Paisley, Scotland, aged 84.

Black—Died, at Innisville on Tuesday, 29^th Oct., George Black, 3 years, 5 months. (Note, no parentage was shown.)

Hogg—Died, at the Scotch Line, on the 31^st ult., Mr. Walter Hogg, aged 43.

Lynch—Died, at Carleton Place on Friday, 1^st November, Lorinda Lynch, eldest daughter of Mr. John Lynch of Pakenham (formerly of Carleton Place ), aged 17 years, 3 months and 4 days.

McNeely—Died, at the 11^th Concession, Beckwith, on the 1^st Nov., Mr. Bryce McNeely, Sr., Esq., aged 84.

Perth Courier, November 15, 1878

Butler —Died, at Perth , on the 13^th inst., of heart disease, Mr. John Butler, tinsmith, aged 28 (?).

Ryan—Died, at Logansport, Indiana on the 3^rd November, Patrick Ryan, infant son of the late Mr. Michael Ryan, Toledo, formerly of the Township of Drummond, aged 29.  May his soul rest in peace.

Foley—Died, on the 7^th inst., Timothy (P. or F.) Foley, infant son of Mr. Richard Foley. (no age shown.)

McPherson—Died, at Carleton Place , on the 9^th inst., Mary McPherson, infant daughter (transcriber’s note:  it is typed as “Mary, infant son”, but the transcriber feels this is a typo) of John and Eliza J. Foley, aged 3 months and 13 days.

Perth Courier, November 22, 1878

Lynch—Died, at Carleton Place on the 1^st inst., Lorinda Lynch, eldest daughter of Mr. John Lynch of Pakenham (formerly of Carleton Place ), 17 years, 3 months and 4 days.

Cameron—Died, at Almonte on the 13^th inst., Mr. James Cameron, son of Mr. Donald Cameron, aged 18.

McPherson—Died, at Carleton Place on the 9^th inst., Mark (?) McPherson, infant son of John and Eliza MePherson, aged 2 months and 13 days.  (note the name looked more like ‘Mary’ than ‘Mark’ but the text said ‘son’.)

Moffat—Died, at Almonte, on the 8^th November at the residence of Mr. Robert Mercer (?), Mrs. Isabella Moffat, aged 63.

McKerracher—Died, on Sat., 16^th November, Rebecca Hill McKerracher, wife of Mr. John McKerracher, Perth , aged (first number illegible, second number is a ‘1’).

Walan—Died, at Drummond, on Wed., 13^th inst., Mrs. James Walan, aged 33.

Gallinger—Died, near Lanark Village, on the 13^th (?) 18^th (?) inst., Mrs. Gallinger, aged about 83.

Smith’s Falls—About four months ago, Mr. William Clint of this village became united in wedlock  to Mrs. Byington, a widow lady of Portland .  On Saturday morning last, Mrs. Clint was taken from her new home by the fell destroyer, death, after having suffered from inflammation of the lungs for only three days.  It is a severe blow to Mr. Cling, who has the sympathy of all his friends  in this his startling blow and sad affliction.

Posted: 28 May, 2003 .