Perth Courier Obituaries

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Perth Courier December 8, 1871

Robertson—Died on Friday 23^rd Nov., of chronic disease of the heart, Isabella Stevenson, beloved wife of John Robertson, Esq., of McNab, aged 53 (could be 63?) years.

Smart—Died, on Friday, 17^th November, at her residence in Perth , Margaret Taylor, relict of the late James Smart, aged 73 years.

Perth Courier, December 15, 1871

Accident in Ramsay—We learn that on Monday last, a lad 14 years of age named Charles Boyle, son of a widow residing in Almonte, came to a violent end in the following manner.  He was attending a thrashing machine Monday at Mr. Marshall’s four miles from Almonte, when he came hastily out of the barn and attempted to go between two span of horses in motion but before the driver could succeed in stopping them the unfortunate lad was caught in the coupling which attaches the horse power to the spindle driving the machine and dragged him roughly around.  His leg was broken, also his ankle and his neck badly cut, also other injuries.  He only lived two hours after the accident in a state of unconsciousness during the whole time.

Sudden Death—Mr. James Duff, recently a merchant in Almonte, was taken suddenly ill last night at the City Hotel, where he had been staying.  He died before the arrival of the doctor.  An inquest was held on the body and the jury returned the verdict to the effect that the deceased came to his end by congestion of the lungs.  Ottawa Citizen.

Perth Courier December 29, 1871

McLaren—Died, on Tuesday 25^th (?) Dec., in the full hope of a blissful Resurrection, after a lingering illness, Margaret Ferguson, beloved wife of Archibald McLaren, Bathurst, aged 35 (?) years.

Shields—Died, at his residence in Montague, on the 17^th inst., in the 79^th year of his age, Peter Shields, Esq. Deceased emigrated to Canada in the year 1831—or 1821, and was one of the first settlers in Dalhousie.  (Transcriber’s note—looks more like 1831)

Kehoe—Died, on Sunday, 27^th ult., Mr. Peter Kehoe of the Township of Bathurst , after a long illness, aged 67 years.  Deceased was one of the oldest settlers in the township, having been a resident thereof for over forty years and had undergone all the hardships and privations of pioneer life.  He was respected by troops of friends and acquaintances.  Rest in peace.

Perth Courier July 12, 1872

Fraser—Died at Annville, near Perth , on the 10^th inst., Mr. Alex Fraser, Esq., Colonel of Militia aged 83 years.

Killed by Lightning—On Wednesday, the 3^rd inst., Mr. William McKurdy, a young man 18 years of age, son of Michael McKurdy, of Lanark, went out with his gun to shoot some turkeys.  He had not gone more than 200 yards from his father’s house when a torrent of rain began to fall, accompanied by thunder and lightning.  Placing his gun some 4 or 5 yards aside, apparently knowing that the iron attracted lightning, he ran and took shelter under a tree; and while there a thunderbolt struck him, causing instantaneous death.  The next day his father and mother found him, and in a standing position, his body leaning against a fence, showing that death must have occurred momentarily after the lightning struck

Perth Courier, July 19, 1872

Fraser—Died, on the 13^th July, Edward (Fraser), son of Mr. John A. Fraser, station master, B. & O. R. Perth, aged 2 months and 1 day.

McKittrick—Died, on the 10^th July, Patrick McKittrick, Lanark Township, aged 17 years.

Perth Courier, August 2, 1872

Dickson—Died, at Pakenham, on Sunday, the 28^th (?) July, Douglas Edgar (Dickson), son of William Dickson, Esq., aged 1 year and 2 months.

Addison —Died, at Renfrew, on Thursday, the 25^th July, Lydia Archer, wife of Matthew Addison, aged 26 years.

Perth Courier, August 16, 1872

Grant—Died on Sunday, 11^th Aug., Mary (Grant), infant daughter of Mr. W.H. Grant, deputy-sheriff, Perth .

Patterson—Died, on the 8^th inst., at his residence in Bathurst, Mr. Richard Patterson, one of the oldest settlers in Bathurst, a native of the County of Wicklow, Ireland, and father of Mrs. E. Byrne, Burgess, aged 64 years.

Perth Courier, August 23, 1872

Abercrombie—Died on the 3^rd August, Albert Abraham (Abercrombie), twin son of Alex Abercrombie, Scotch Line, Burgess, aged 11 months.

Abercrombie—Died, on Thursday, 15^th Aug., Alfred Isaac (Abercrombie), twin brother of the above deceased, aged 11 months.

Fatal Accident at Smith’s Falls—We regret to hear that on Friday last an accident occurred to Robert Foster, a young man about 18 years of age, son of Mr. George Foster, merchant, Smith’s Falls, at Mr. Locke’s Door and Sash Factory, which has since had a fatal termination. It would appear that while endeavoring to put a belt over a working pulley, his arm got entangled and he was jerked violently upwards and whirled repeatedly around the shaft.  The engine was immediately stopped, when his injuries were found to be of a fearful nature.  His right arm was wrenched completely off below the shoulder and was found a distance off.  His right leg was badly smashed, there being at least two breaks, one below the knee and one above; a sharp cut was also made in his side and no doubt there were internal injuries that could only be guessed at.  Four of the village doctors were speedily on the spot and his wounds were dressed.  Though perfectly sensible to the last, and able to converse with those around him, he kept gradually failing and on Sunday afternoon, death came to his relief.  The funeral was held Monday afternoon, and was largely attended and the deceased being a Good Templar, the members of his lodge conducted the obsequies.  Deceased was an amiable boy and regrets for his loss are mingled with a lively sympathy for Mr. Foster and family in their lamentable bereavement.

Perth Courier, August 30, 1872

Greer—Died in the township of Wilberforce , on the 17^th inst., James Greer, aged 70 (or 76?) years.

Mott—Died, on Tuesday 13^th (?) inst., at her son’s residence, Elizabethtown, Hannah Bowland Mott, aged 77 years.

Depeucier—Died, Burritt’s Rapids on Friday the 2^nd inst., John L. Depeucier, aged 23 (or 29?) years.

Neill—Died, at Arnprior, on the 4^th (?) inst., after 24 days illness, Catherine Jane (Neill), daughter of James and Mary Ann Neill.

Killough—Died, in the city of Toronto on the 19^th (?) inst., James R. Killough aged 16 (or 14?) years and 8 months, eldest son of Mr. George Killough, Lanark Township.

Perth Courier, September 13, 1872

Killough—Died, in Toronto on the 19^th Aug., James R. Killough, age 16 years, oldest son of Mr. George Killough, Township of Lanark.

Livingston—Died, at Carleton Place, on the 29^th August, Harriet (Livingston), infant daughter of Alvin Livingston, aged one year and two months.

McNabb—Died, in Beckwith, on Sat., 31^st ult., Donald James McNabb, youngest son of Mr. John McNabb, aged 13  years, one month and 16 days.

Templeton—Died on Tuesday 10^th October, George (Templeton), infant son of George Templeton, Perth .

Perth Courier, September 20, 1872

Howden—Died, on Tuesday Sept. 17^th, Ethel (Howden), second daughter of Dr. Howden, Perth , aged 11 months 7 days.

Bothwell—Died, in Perth , on the 15^th inst., Isabella Scott, wife of Mr. Joshua Bothwell, aged 41 years.

Lammond—Died, in Beckwith, on the 10^th inst., in the 85^th  year of her age, Ellen Lammond, relict of the late John Stewart.

Perth Courier, September 27, 1872

Barrie—Died, on Thursday morning, 26^th inst., George Barrie, proprietor of “Barrie’s Hotel”, Perth, of consumption, in the 51^st year of his age.  Further article in the same newspaper:

Death of Mr. George Barrie:  We are called upon to make the painful announcement this week of the death of Mr. George Barrie, so well known throughout Lanark, Renfrew, and adjoining counties as the landlord of “ Barrie ’s Hotel”.  The late Mr. Barrie had been ailing for over a year—consumption being the disease that carried him off.  He was truly what the poets describe as “the noblest work of God”—an honest man.  He was a faithful friend to the poor and needy, none having ever been turned away empty from his door.  His hotel was a model of order and propriety, no one ever having received a drop of liquor from him who was the slightest under its influence; and no one, however high his social position, or however profitable his custom otherwise, could persuade him to deviate from this rigid role.  Mr. B. was a life-long Reformer—none of your fair weather sort—but one in whom dependence could always be placed.  While he displayed this character, he numbered as many friends among his political opponents as those among his own leanings.  He has passed away into eternity universally mourned over, respected and esteemed.  He was 51 years of age.

We regret to announce the sudden and unexpected death of Mr. Alex McKinnon, the well known and popular keeper of the toll-house on the Drummond and Bathurst Road , between Armstrong and Balderson’s Corners.   Yesterday morning (Thursday) Mr. McKinnon, apparently in his usual health, went to a neighbor’s house for a drink of water, but had barely partaken of draught, when the finger of death was laid upon him and he died instantly.  Deceased was a native of Scotland and came to Canada many years ago.  He was universally esteemed and respected.

Perth Courier, October 4, 1872

Hogan—Died, on the 24^th Sept., at the residence of her son Mr. William Hogan, Margaret Hogan, relict of the late Richard Hogan, Bathurst, aged 93 years.

Perth Courier, October 11, 1872

Doyle—Died, on the 27^th Sept. at his residence, 5^th Con. Drummond, Mr. Martin Doyle, aged 50 (or 60?) years.  Deceased was one of the earliest settlers of Drummond, having emigrated from his native County of Wexford , Ireland in 1826 and having resided in the town home of his adoption for the last 46 years.

Brooks—Died at Brockville , on Friday, 27^th Sept. of consumption, Jane McFarlane, beloved wife of Alphonso Brooks, Esq., in the 43^rd year of her age.

Perth Courier, October 25, 1872

Hollinger—Died, at Lewville, Co. Halton, on Thursday, 17^th Oct., Mary McDonald, wife of Mr. John Hollinger, aged 23 years.

McDougall—Died, on Monday, 21^st October, of consumption after a long illness, Isabella Grierson, beloved wife of George McDougall, Esq., North Elmsley, aged 41 years.

Shocking Accident—On Tuesday last, a young man named Robert Hamilton, son of Mr. George Hamilton, Ferry Road, North Elmsley, met with a shocking accident by the falling of a tree, which cost him his life.  He, with some others, was engaged in getting out some logs on McViety’s farm on Rideau Lake and they had just finished cutting through a tree.  On falling, the tree struck a dead tree standing near and knocked a piece off it and this piece in turn struck young Hamilton on the neck, killing him instantly.  The piece also knocked the hat of another man standing nearby but without causing him any injury.

Perth Courier, November 8, 1872

Clarke—Died, at the residence of her son, James Clarke, 5^th Con. Bathurst, on Tuesday 29^th Oct., Catherine Forbes, relict of the late John Clarke, aged 81 years.  Deceased was a native of Perthshire , Scotland , and came to this section of Canada in 1823, with the pioneer settlers of Lanark County .

Perth Courier, November 29, 1872

Moodie—Died, on Tuesday, 25^th Nov., Christina (Drysdale), wife of Thomas Moodie, Scotch Line, aged 83 years.

Copeland—Died, at her residence, Ottawa House, Pembroke, Friday, 1^st November, Ellen Copeland, wife of James Copeland and mother of Mrs. T. Murray, aged 56 years.

Smith—Died, on Fri., 22^nd Nov., at the residence of his son-in-law, Mr. Duncan McDonald, Bathurst, in the 84^th year of his age, Mr. Robert Smith, an old and highly respected resident of this part of the country.  Deceased was a native of the County of Durham, England.  He was for nearly 11 years engaged in the Marine Service and was wounded in the taking of Java.  In 1817 he came to Canada and settled in the vicinity of Perth —then comparatively a wilderness; and shared, with the other military settlers, the privations and difficulties of a new country.  His life was characterized by industry and Canadian integrity.  His latter end was calm and peaceful and on Monday last his remains were conveyed to the new cemetery, followed by a very large concourse of people.  “Mark the perfect man and behold the upright, for the end of that man is peace.”

Perth Courier, December 6, 1872

Sewell—Died, on the 26^th November, in Toronto, Edward Quincy Sewell, Esq., M.D., formerly of Perth, aged 62 years.

McCulloch—Died, in Drummond, on Wednesday, 13^th Nov., William McCulloch, aged 67 years.  Deceased was a native of Leitrim , Ireland .

Perth Courier, December 13, 1872

Another of those accidents so common in the lumbering trade—that occasioned by tree-falling, took place up the Clyde River on 25 Nov., last. The victim was a man named William Camelon, a resident of the township of Darling .  He, with another man, was sawing logs on the track of a tree that others were felling and when the tree was about to fall he was told to get out of the way.  This he was not particular enough about doing – not going a sufficient distance away and when the tree fell it struck another in the crotch, prostrating it also to the ground.  The latter, in its descent, struck the unfortunate Camelon on the head, causing a fracture of the skull.  He breathed for about an hour afterwards.  No blame can be attached to anyone but the victim himself.  He leaves a widow and seven small children to mourn his untimely end.

Perth Courier, Dec. 20, 1872

Murdoch—Died, in Bathurst, on the 11^th Dec., Jane Hall, relict of the late A. W. Murdoch, Esq. aged 81 years.

Purdon—Died on the 23^rd Nov., after a few days illness, on the old homestead in the township of Dalhousie , Jane Ferguson, relict of the late Robert Purdon, in the 83^rd (?) year of her age. Deceased came to this country in the year 1821, from Glasgow, Scotland, and underwent many hardships in the early years of settlement of this place, all of which she bore without a murmur, as she saw as with the eye of a prophet a happy future for her young family.  She was a woman possessing much practical knowledge and her greatest pleasure consisted in relieving the wants of her fellow creatures.  Her home has been the center of attraction for the whole family and neighborhood for over half a century and it may be truly said of her those who knew her best admired her most.

Perth Courier, December 27, 1872

Gamsby—Died, on Sunday morning, 22^nd (?) Dec. Kate Amelia, wife of G. A. Gamsby, Esq., merchant, Perth , aged 26 years.

Gilmour—Died, on Monday 2^nd Dec., Mrs. James Gilmour, North Sherbrooke , aged 94 years.

Hogarth—Died, at the residence of his son-in-law, Mr. Thomas Laborn, North Elmsley, on the 23^rd inst. Thomas Hogarth, aged 106 (?) years.

Perth Courier, January 5, 1873

Dewar—Died, in Perth , on Tuesday, 2^nd January, Richmond J. Dewar, aged 31 years.

Perth Courier March 7, 1873

McLeod—Died, on March 1, Alexander McLeod, Perth , aged 36 years.

Another article on the same page:  Military Funeral—At the funeral of the late Alex McLeod, who besides being the caretaker of the Drill Shed, was a sergeant in the Perth Infantry Co., --the volunteers turned out in full uniform and fired the usual volleys over their dead comrade’s grave.  The firemen also attended in uniform, deceased also being a member of the Union . Co.

McLeod—Died on Wed. 5^th (?) March, Catherine Atkinson, wife of the late Alexander McLeod, Perth , aged (unreadable first letter, second letter is a 3).

Croskery—Died, on Sat., 1^st March, Eliza Garvin, wife of Mr. Thomas Croskery, shoemaker, Perth , aged 43 years.

Smith—Died at Perth on the 2^nd inst., Elizabeth Little, wife of James Smith, grocer, aged 31 years.

Perth Courier, March 21, 1873

Cline—Died, at Perth, on Sun. 16^th March, William Cline, father of the Hon. Mrs. Alexander Morris, aged 74 years.

McFarlane—Died, at her son’s residence, Springfield, Ramsay, on the 12^th March, Helen (McFarlane), relict of the late George McFarlane—a native of Renfrewshire, Scotland—aged 82 years.

Ross--Died, at the Manse, Beckwith, on the morning of Sun., 16^th March, Donald Walter (Ross), infant son of Rev. Walter Ross.

Wright—Died, on the 8^th March, in Renfrew Village, Orange Wyman (Wright), only son of George Wright, aged 3 years.

Smythe—Died, in Drummond, on the 19^th (?) inst., Mary Smythe, relict of the late James Smythe, aged 86(?) years.  Mrs. Smythe came to this country with her husband and family from Wexford , Ireland , in the year 1819 and underwent all the hardships incident to the early settlements of those days.

Deceased—Mr. William McLean, of North Elmsley , near Oliver’s Ferry, an old and respected settler, died in the early part of this week and was buried last Wednesday at Perth .  His funeral was largely attended.

Perth Courier, April 4, 1873

Rice—Died at Perth on the 31^st ult., Hannah (Rice), relict of the late Sergeant John Rice, Drummond, aged 87 years.

Colvin—died, in Ramsay on the 24^th ult, William Colvin, son of Daniel Colvin, of the 8^th line, aged 14 (?) years.

Scoular—died at the residence of his grandparents, Township of Lanark on the 21^st March, the infant son of Mr. George Scoular, aged 11 months and 21 days.

McGilvery—Died in Burgess, Scotch Line, on the 29^th March, Laughlin McGilvery, aged 86 (?) years.  Deceased was one of the oldest settlers of the Scotch Line, having taken up his residence in the year 1816.

Thom—died, in Perth on Wednesday last, at the residence of her son-in-law, C. H. Gamsby, Esq., Ellen Thom, relict of the late Dr. Alexander Thom, in the (age unreadable, first number but second number is 0) year of her life.

Perth Courier, April 11, 1873

Radenhurst—Died, on the 5^th inst., Mary (Radenhurst), second daughter of the late Thomas M. Radenhurst.  (Transcriber’s note:  no age was given.)

Haley—Died, in Drummond on the 9^th April, after a long illness, Robert Haley, in the 81^st year of his life.  Deceased was one of the first settlers in this part of the country and was widely known and universally respected.

Perth Courier, April 25, 1873

O’Connor—Died, in Admonton (?), on the 7^th inst., of congestion in the lungs, James O’Connor, in the 70^th year of his age. The deceased was a native of Strage  (?) County Antrim , Ireland and was one of the first settlers in the village of Renfrew , arriving in 1815.

Mahon —Died on the 13^th inst., at her residence in Sebastopol, Co. Renfrew, Mary, beloved wife of Wm. Mahon, age (illegible).  Native of County Cork , Ireland .

Graham—Died, at Perth , Tuesday last, Mary Clarke, relict of the late Geo. Graham, age (illegible).

Perth Courier May 2, 1873

Mitchell—Drowned, at Gillie’s and McLaren’s Forest Depot, Township of Barrie, County Frontenac, William Carmichael (Mitchell) second son of John C. Mitchell, aged 6 years and 3 months.

Campbell —Died, in Bathurst , on the 19^th (?) April, Thomas (Campbell), eldest son of  Mr. Thomas Campbell, aged 20 years.

Radenhurst—Died, on the 25^th (?) April, Edith (Radenhurst), third daughter of the late Thomas M. Radenhurst.

Murray —Died, at Galt on Friday 27^th (?) April, Alice Malvina, wife of Alexander Murray, M.A., aged 28 years.

McFarland—Died, of consumption, on the 24^th of April, James McFarland, of the township of Drummond .

Perth Courier, May 9, 1873

Devlin—Died, in Pembroke on Friday, 19^th inst., Olean (?) wife of Mr. Charles Devlin, aged 39 years.

Eberson—Died, in Pembroke, on the 22^nd inst., of inflammation of the bowels, Geo. A. (Eberson), son of Dr. Eberson, dentist, aged 16 years.

Stewart—Died at Cleveland , Ohio , U.S. , on the 27^th April, Jenny Cameron, wife of Alexander Stewart, aged 33 years.

McIntyre—Died, on the 7^th inst., Mrs. Margaret W. (Mair) McIntyre, widow of the late John McIntyre, Esq., and daughter of the late James Mair, Esq., of Perth, aged 52 years.  The funeral will take place from the residence of Mr. Wm. McLeod to the Elmwood Cemetery on Fri. the 9^th inst., at 3:00 pm .

Perth Courier May 23, 1873

Murphy—Died of heart disease in the city of Sombrereto (?), State of Zacateca (?),  Mexico , on the 18^th May, Michael Murphy, Jr., son of Michael Murphy of Carleton Place , aged 26.

Perth Courier, May 16, 1873

Hemenway—Died, at the residence of Mr. George Dock, Pakenham, on the 8^th inst., Alica A., relict of the late James Hemenway, formerly of Indiana, U.S., aged 35 years.

Tetlock—Died, in Carleton Place, on the 2^nd of May, John (Tetlock), youngest son of Samuel Tetlock, aged one year and nine months.

Munro—Died, in Burgess on the 10^th inst., after a long illness, Elizabeth Allan Potts, wife of Mr. George Munro, aged 58 (?) years.

Poole—Died, on Tuesday, 13^th May, Isabella Margaret Wylie, youngest daughter of James Poole, Esq., Carleton Place, aged one year and 3 (or 8?) months.

Perth Courier, May 30, 1873

McOuat—Died, on Wed., 22^nd May, the wife of David McOuat, of Dalhousie, aged 50 (?—first number illegible, second number is zero).

Henderson—Died, at Paris, Ontario on Wednesday, 29^th May after a long illness, Anne Davidson, wife of Rev. Thomas Henderson, Baptist minister, formerly of Perth.

Emunds—Died, at her father’s residence near Smith’s Falls, on the 13^th inst., Caroline (Edmunds), daughter of Mr. Thomas Edmunds, aged 20.  Through grace, she passed away triumphant.

Thompson—Drowned, in the River Tay, near his residence, third line Bathurst, on Tuesday, 27 May, Mr. John Thompson, aged 55 (?) years.  Deceased was a native of Yorkshire , England and came here but when a child.

Additional article in the newspaper about this death:  On Tuesday evening last the community here was quite shocked to learn that Mr. John Thompson of the third line Bathurst had been accidentally drowned that afternoon in the River Tay near his place.  Being engaged in a sheep washing bee in his neighborhood, he had, after the work was over, taken a bath in the river, as an excellent swimmer, he was wont to do.  Having swum across, he turned to come back when he was seized with cramps and sank to the bottom.  His son at once hastened to the spot in a boat, but before he could be recovered he was past assistance.  His remains were interred yesterday in the new cemetery.

Perth Courier, June 6, 1873

Mrs. U. A. (Campbell) Walker, the daughter of the former Lieutenant-Governor, died at her residence in Brantford on Sunday last, aged 73.  Deceased was the only daughter of Archibald Campbell, of the Perth family Campbells, by his first wife.  Her half brother, Sir John Campbell, was a British officer and was killed at the taking of the Redan, or the day after.  Her father entered the army in early life.  She was married to Mr. Walker in Scotland in 1828 and has since lived in Canada , first in Chippewa and then in Brantford .

 Shaw—Died, in the village of Almonte on the 25^th inst., Margaret, widow of the late John Shaw, aged 83 years.

Brown—Died, at Ashton , Ontario , on the morning of the 22^nd last, Rev. Charles Brown, age (unreadable).

Urquhart—Died, at Cornwall on the 21^st inst., Sarah Grant, widow of the late Rev. Hugh Urquhart, D.D., age 78.

Anderson —Died at Burnstown, McNab on Thursday, 29^th (?) ult., in the 13^th (or 15^th ?) year of her age, Isabella (Anderson), eldest daughter of John Anderson and his wife Catherine Wallace.  The deceased was attending school and while amusing herself with some of her companions fell as if in a feint and expired in a few minutes.  She was a girl of a very amiable disposition and her premature death is deeply lamented.  Mr. and Mrs. Anderson have the heartfelt sympathy of the entire community.

Wylie—Died, at Burnside, Ramsay, on Thursday, 29^th (?) May, Mary Hamilton, relict of the late Hon. James Wylie, M.L.C., in the 84^th year of her age.

Additional Article in this newspaper on Mrs. Wylie:

Death of Mrs. James Wylie—It was our melancholy duty to attend the funeral of the late Mrs. (Mary Hamilton) James Wylie, Sen., relict of the late Hon. James Wylie of Ramsay.  Mr. Wylie immigrated to Canada and commenced business as a merchant in Perth in 1822 (?) but greatly taken by the scenery of Shipman’s Falls (now Almonte) and the creek below his home, removed to the spot where the house Mrs. Wylie died in, now stands.  In 1828 (?) when the Rideau Canal commenced, Mr. Wylie took a contract for the locks above Smith’s Falls, but returned, in quitting the work, to Ramsay again.  In 1843 (?) he was called to the legislative council and was a useful and active member during Lord Elgin’s administration.  Mr. Wylie continued the business until his death, which has been successfully carried on by his son James.  James Wylie and Mary Hamilton were, at their marriage, spoken of as the handsomest couple in Paisley .  He was of noble bearing, most active habits and in athletic exercises for power and grace, never had a competitor in the county.  But it was in mental power capacity for business and large enterprises that he far exceeded any man in these parts.  His advice and experience was sought by all in the Ottawa Valley and in Montreal but above all his extraordinary qualities with goodness of heart, and social kindness.  Mrs. Wylie was truly an incomparable woman in youth, middle age, and in the 84^th year of her age her prudence, forethought, and wisdom were spoken of by all.  Never in 57 years in any prominent and trying circumstances, did she do or say one thing that was found fault with—never was her name brought into controversy or gossip.  But as an Irish Catholic said over her grave on Saturday:  “God rest her soul, t’was her had the fine big heart; her charity never ceased and she never asked the country or religion of the poor”, and like as for Dorcas (?) widows wept there at the recollection of her innumerable deeds of charity and love.  Her eldest son lies at her head—he died, not the great man that his father was, but the universally loved Christian.  Her son is a merchant and one of her grandsons a manufacturer in Almonte.  Her eldest daughter is the wife of Professor Campbell of Aberdeen , Scotland and mother of nine children, some in the army and some in professions.  Her second daughter, Mrs. Watson of Montreal , has four daughters and one son.  Her third daughter, the wife of Judge Malloch—all this family in honor and position with her, she had the satisfaction of seeing the success of the plans, labors and great abilities of the man she adored, carried out in splendid factories, mills, churches and schools of Almonte, and none in Ramsay, we think, will deny the late Hon. James Wylie of being the founder and moving spirit of the town now so prosperous—though following the late Daniel Shipman, whose practical eye was attracted by the water power.

Perth Courier, June 13, 1873

McArthur—Died, in Almonte, on the first of June, Archibald McArthur, aged 70 years.

McLean —Died, at her son’s residence, Ramsay, on the 30^th ult., Isabella McGregor, relict of the late Donald McLean, in the 78^th year of her age.

Rice—Died, in Lanark, of consumption, on Sat., 7^th of June, Elizabeth Hannah (Rice), eldest daughter of the late William Rice, aged 17 years and 6 months.

‘Tis sweet to think of her at rest,

She sleeps with Christ the Lord.

Her spirit now with Him is blessed,

According to His word.

We will not linger o’er the tomb,

The Resurrection day.

To faith shine bright, beyond its gloom,

Christ’s glory to display.

Perth Courier, June 20, 1873

Rowatt—Died, at Arnprior on the 23^rd of June, after a lengthy illness, David Rowatt, formerly of Perth , Ontario .

Perth Courier July 4, 1873

Keays—Died, at Perth, on the 27^th June, Margaret Livingston, wife of Mr. John Keays, aged 33 years.

Perth Courier, July 11, 1873

Walker —Died at Perth , on Sun. 6^th July, of typhoid fever, Mr. Richard Walker, Jr.

McCallum—Died, at the residence of her son-in-law Mr. William Blair, Fitzroy, on the 26^th inst., Catherine Campbell, relict of the late John McCallum, farmer, 8^th (?) concession Bathurst, in the 87^th year of her life.  Deceased was one of the band of pioneers from Loch Tayside, Perthshire , Scotland who came to Canada in 1815-17 and founded the Perth settlement. She was the last survivor of her father’s house; her brothers Peter and Donald of Drummond as well as her husband having preceded her by a quarter of a century.  Her elder sister Mrs. McPherson, who emigrated with her husband to the U.S. in 1800 and settled in the Genessee (?) Valley died a year or two ago at the advanced age of 96.  Mrs. McCallum will be remembered by all who knew her for the kindness of her nature and the vivacity of her temper; qualities which she continued to exhibit to the last in spite of all the infirmities of her age.  Her life was one of considerable trials.  She lost her first husband before she reached Perth between Montreal and Brockville , in circumstances that increased the bitterness of being a stranger in a strange land.  She passed through many subsequent afflictions and suffered many personal calamities.  These fell upon a disposition that was “rightly exercised” by them and consequently she was ripe for heaven these many years past, waiting patiently the summons which would reunite her with the loved ones gone before.  The things pertaining to the heavenly kingdom afforded her chief delight in the evening of her days.  As she retained all of her faculties in a healthy condition to the last, she attained an enlarged acquaintance with Divine truth and a depth of spiritual perception reached by few.  As what might be expected of one whose life had been so long with Christ, her end was peace.

Perth Courier, July 18, 1873

Sutherland—Died, on Sunday the 13^th inst., after a short but painful illness, Elizabeth Graham, the wife of James Sutherland, in the 39^th year of her age.  Mrs. Sutherland leaves three small children and a large circle of friends to lament her untimely loss.  The funeral took place from her residence, Foster St. , on Tuesday at 10:00 to St. John’s ( R.C. Church ) where a mass of requiem was sung by the Rev. Dr. Chisholm. The service was very solemn.  Miss Chisholm presided at the organ.  Mr. M.E. O’Brien sang at the offeratory a most affecting solo.  The service being over all that was mortal of a good and estimable lady, a devoted wife and a most affectionate mother, was then consigned to its last resting place, followed by a sorrowing train.  R. I. P.

Perth Courier, July 25, 1873

Butler—Died, at Perth, on Sunday the 25^th July, 1873, Alice Ann (Butler), eldest daughter of Mr. Wm. Butler, aged 13 (or 18?) years.  Our young friend, we believe, is mourned by friends and kindred with genuine and unaffected sincerity.  Cut off in the bloom of youth, and apparent health, just when her talents were budding into fruit uncommon and lovely, her death proclaims loudly that we have no resting place here, that sooner or later—perhaps much sooner than anticipated—that the grave awaits us as the patrimony of every child of Adam.  Alice has paid the penalty attached to our nature and, we hope, is waiting at the river to those to whom she was dear.  We do not speak unadvisedly when we say she had few if any enemies; she leaves behind of acquaintances and companions who regret her loss deeply.  May it be peaceful and happy, until the last trumpet shall awaken her.

And now the lamb is in the fold,

And on the Shephard’s bosom laid.

His arms shall n’er relax their hold

His love shall pillow her young head.

By the green pastures she shall stray

And where the living waters flow

From the pure Fount of Truth she may

Drink deeply, drink and thirst no more.

Reymer—Died, at Cobourg, on Fri. July 18^th, Fanny Morley Punshon, wife of Rev. A. H. Reymer, M.A., Professor at Victoria College, and only daughter of Rev. Morley Punshon, L.L.D., aged 23 years.  (Transcriber’s note:  I am not positive of the spelling of either surname.)

Domestic Calamity—Two or three weeks ago, diphtheria broke out in the family of John F. Ballantyne, residing a short distance from Smith’s Falls.  The children, one after another, were seized with it until four have now fallen victim to the fatal malady.  The two surviving children are still suffering with it, and it is doubtful whether they will recover or not.  Mr. and Mrs. Ballantyne have the sympathy of the entire community in their sad bereavement.

Perth Courier, August 1, 1873

Cranston —Died, in Arnprior, on the morning of the 24^th inst., of cerebral-spinal meningitis, Louise Anne, wife of James G. Cranston, M.D., in the 22^nd year of her age.

Walker —Died, on Sat., 26^th (?) July, Mrs. Richard Walker, Jr., Perth .

Dobbie—Died, on Tuesday, 29^th July, Margaret Miller, relict of the late James Dobbie, aged 44 years.

Mitchell—Died, at his residence near Lanark, on the 21^st July, Wm. Mitchell, Senior, a native of Danhasionshire (?) Scotland , aged 89 years and three months.

Kippen—Died, on Sunday 27^th July, Jennie (Kippen), youngest daughter of Alexander Kippen, Esq., Perth, aged 27 years.

The Diptheria in Smith’s Falls:  The two surviving children of Mr. J.F. Ballantyne, referred to in last week’s column, are now declared to be out of danger.  Diptheria is in two or three other homes in Mr. Ballantyne’s section, but no more fatal cases are reported.

Perth Courier, August 15, 1873

Carley—Died, at Carleton Place, on the 11^th inst., Catherine Smith Peden (?), wife of Mr. William Carley, aged 21 years.

Scott—Died, at Lanark, on the 3^rd Aug., Ellen Harris, wife of William Scott, aged 77 years.

Stewart—Died, on Sunday, 10^th Aug., Elizabeth Isabella (Stewart), youngest daughter of Mr. Robert Stewart, Perth ,   aged 11 months and 19 days.

Perth Courier, August 22, 1873

Rodgers—Died, at Carleton Place on the 15^th of Aug., the infant child of Mr. Wm. Rodgers, aged one day.

Higgins—Died, on Sat., 8^th (?) Aug., Mr. Edward Higgins, Drummond, aged 79 years, a native of County Carlew (?) Ireland .

Perth Courier, August 29, 1873

Currie—Died, at Perth, on Thursday, 21^st Aug., Archibald Ritchie Currie, book-keeper, aged 27 years, a native of Deptford, England.

Morrison—Died, on Friday, 22^nd Aug., Thomas James (Morrison), infant son of James Morrison, painter, Perth .

Mutton—Died, at Perth , on the 23^rd inst., Mr. Robert Mutton, aged 83 years.

Perth Courier September 5, 1873

McLenaghan—Died, in Perth on the 2^nd inst., Alena Gertrude (McLenaghan), daughter of N. McLenaghan, Jr., aged 11 (?) months.

Byrne—Died, in Perth , on the 1^st inst., Mary Catherine (Byrne), infant daughter of  Mr. Owen Byrne, aged 6 months.

Perth Courier, September 12, 1873

Duncan —Died at Forest , Ontario , on Sept. 3^rd, Leslie Alexander (Duncan), youngest son of Rev. James Duncan.

O’Brien—Died, at Toronto on the 5^th (or 6^th?) inst., of inflammation of the bowels, aged 24 years, Robert (O'Brien), eldest son of John O’Brien, Perth.  His remains were interred on Tuesday in the St. James Churchyard.

Brown—Died, at Carleton, County of Peel , on the 8^th inst., Maggie (Brown), infant daughter of  the Rev. John Brown of Lanark Village , aged 8 (?) months and 27 days.

Perth Courier, Sept. 19, 1873

Stewart—Died, at Renfrew on Tuesday the 9^th of Sept., Donald James (Stewart), only son of Robert Stewart, harness maker, aged 18 months.

Bell—Died, at Arnprior on Tuesday morning, 11^th Sept. Catherine (Bell), youngest daughter of Mr. John Bell, aged 4 weeks and 3 days.

Dudgen—Died, at Port Elmsley, on Tuesday, 2^nd Sept. Mr. Robert Dudgen, aged 88 (or 85?) years.  Deceased was one of the oldest settlers of Lanark County .

Campbell —Died, at Perth on the 15^th Sept., Archibald Campbell, Esq., in the 47^th year of his age.  Additional Article in the Paper:

Death of Archibald Campbell, Esq. 

At midnight on Sunday passed away the soul of Archibald Campbell, Esq.  Cut off in the bloom of manhood and a successful life, he has (unreadable word) his life to the onset of his terrible malady.  For several days the fever which rioted rampant in his system seemed somewhat in abeyance and fears were not seriously entertained for his recovery; but the danger was hovering near and when least expected the silent messenger came.  It is not too much to say that our dead friend was universally regretted and a deep sorrow for the event and sympathy for the bereaved, is expressed by the community generally.  The subject of this obituary notice was born in the Township of Drummond , in the early days of its settlement and was one of a numerous family of brothers, some of whom have attained marked positions in their native country.  The parents were of Highland nativity, and immigrated to this country among the first settlers, enduring the hardships and privations peculiar to the experience of the early pioneers.  Mr. Campbell has resided in Perth for several years past and held at the time of his death the offices of Division Court Clerk and Official Assignee, besides several minor offices.  He was also Secretary of the South Riding of the Lanark Agricultural Society.  In his official capacity he made many warm friends, constantly adding acquisitions to his list by his kindliness and manner and obliging cordiality; and we venture to say that few will deny that death has added few to his garner in this vicinity who will be more sincerely regretted or will be more sacredly treasured in memory.  On Wednesday at 2:00 the mournful cortege bearing the remains proceeded to Elmwood Cemetery followed by many friends and acquaintances and brethren of the Masonic Fraternity, on reaching that which was mortal was consigned to their resting place with Masonic ceremonies, many participating in this last sad office of a long farewell until the day breaks and the night shadows flee away.  In conclusion, we sincerely offer our condolences and sympathies to the bereaved, assuring them that “there is One who doeth well what seemeth best in His might”.  The remains of our deceased citizen were deposited in their last resting place with Masonic honors, Mr. Campbell being a prominent member of the order and secretary of the Lodge in Perth .   Large numbers of the brethren from Almonte, Arnprior, Pakenham, Carleton Place , Lanark, Newborn and Merrickville joined with their fellow Masons in Perth to pay the last earthly tribute of respect to their deceased brother.  The funeral took place to Elmwood Cemetery on Wednesday last and was one of the largest assemblages—of all classes and creeds—that we have ever seen in Perth .

Perth Courier, Sept. 26, 1873

Elliott—Died, at the residence of his father, North Burgess, on Fri., 19^th Sept. Thomas Frederick (Elliott), son of Archibald Elliott, aged 4 years.

Perth Courier, October 3, 1873

Guthrie—Died, at his mother’s residence in Lanark Village , on Thursday, 25^th Sept., Peter Guthrie, aged 18 years and 10 months

Perth Courier, October 10, 1873

Hughes—Died at Innisville on Wednesday  of malignant puerperal pock (?), Christy Ann, beloved wife of Mr. Robert Hughes, aged 22.

Hughes—Died at the same place and of the same cause on Wednesday the 1^st inst., the beloved wife of Mr. John Hughes, aged 22.

Perth Courier October 17, 1873

Hughes—Died, at Innisville on the 2^nd October, Christy Ann, beloved wife of  Mr. Robert Hughes aged 22 years.  At the same time and place, on 8^th Oct., Catherine, beloved wife of Mr. John Hughes, aged 22 years.  Cut off in the morning of life and much domestic happiness, the deceased (unreadable word) have left a blank in the circle of their relatives and friends; but the bereavement to their kindred is their individual gain, for full of glorious hope of immortality through Christ they have passed into endless rest.  It was our privilege to witness day by day the gradual overthrow of their strength and beauty to the onset of that terrible disease, while a deep conviction forced itself upon us that at least death had no sting and we felt that it was good for us to be present.  A hallowed scene awaited us at Katy’s deathbed and the impression left upon our hearts we acknowledge to have been indeed solemn and salutary.  With a heaving breast we watched her patient endurance under much physical suffering; her calm fortitude when she meekly exclaimed when told when there was no hope of recovery “Thy will, not mine, be done” and as her gentle spirit hovered in the boundaries of another world and life and its attachments were fading fast from her earthly gaze, we saw it in fancy win its way through infinite space to join the band of ransomed ones around the throne.  The last interview between Katy and her friends cannot lightly be forgotten.  When the shadow of the dark valley was closing around her, when all that made life dear was becoming indistinct in the gloom of approaching dissolution—she breathed an eternal farewell to her friends, admonishing each one solemnly to meet her beyond the shining river in the New Jerusalem, where there is no more sorrow or parting—where God shall wipe away all tears and Christ shall be all in all.

Oh; would wherein no death or sin,

Nor weary welfare dwells

Their blossomed home was parted from,

With to be and sad farewells.

Oh! Then at last life’s trials part

We’ll meet our loved once more

Whose feet have trod the road to God

Not lost, but gone before.

Brownlee—Died, on Thursday, 9^th Oct., Mary Brownlee, North Sherbrooke, aged 23 years and one month. 

Foster—Died, on Monday 13^th  Oct., Mrs. Isabella Foster, Bathurst , aged 82 (?) years, a native of County Cavan , Ireland .

Northgraves—Died, at his residence, Perth, on Sunday, 12^th Oct., from a paralytic stroke, George Northgraves, Esq., watchmaker, aged 70 years.

Sad Accident—A melancholy event occurred up the Mississippi River on the 9^th inst.  Mr. William Murphy of Carleton Place , one of a shooting party up one lake near Innisville, was separated from the rest of the party and feared drowned, his boat found floating nearby.

Perth Courier, October 31, 1873

Jackson—Died, on Monday afternoon, 27^th Oct., at his residence in Franktown, James Jackson, aged 73 years.

Edwards—At Almonte on Sunday the 19^th inst., Elizabeth Lowe, the beloved wife of James Edwards, aged 31.

Manion—Died, of typhoid fever, at Havillah (?) California , on Sat. 11^th inst., Edward (Manion), son of James Manion, Esq., North Elmsley , aged 23 (?) years. The deceased was a member of the Fountain Fire Company and also the Perth Infantry Co., and will be deeply regretted by many friends in Perth and this neighborhood.

Perth Courier, November 7, 1873

Kennedy—Died, at Lombardy (?) on Sunday, 2^nd Nov., at 11:00 a.m. Mary Ann (Kennedy), only daughter of Mr. Edward Kennedy, Esq., merchant, Perth , aged five years and five months.

Carnn—Died, at Arnprior, on the Sabbath, 26^th Oct., Robert Knowles (Carnn), son of Mr. George Carnn, aged 18 months.  (Transcriber’s note:  not sure of this surname.)

Phillips—Died, at Benny’s Corners, Ramsay, on the 17^th Oct., William Phillip, aged 60 years a native of  Peebleshire (?) Scotland .

Sudden Death—on Monday last, Mr. Angus McDiarmid of Beckwith, went to Prospect Village to make some purchases.  On returning home, which he had apparently left in good health, he was taken suddenly ill, and sat down on the side of the road where he was soon afterward found dead.  The cause of the death was heart disease.  He was a man much respected in the neighborhood.

Perth Courier, November 14, 1873

Gibson—Died, on the 4^th Sept. at Ross, County of Renfrew, Mary Rankin, beloved wife of Edward Gibson, Esq., and youngest sister of John Rankin, Esq., of Bowmansville, much regretted. (no age given)

Glien—Died, at his father’s residence, Township of Drummond, on Sat. morning, 9^th inst., Mr. Wm. Glien, son of Mr. James Glien, age 24.  Deceased was a member of the Masonic body and was buried with Masonic honors last Monday.

Perth Courier, Nov. 21, 1873

Gunn—Died, at Almonte on the 3^rd Nov., Jennie Gunn, relict of the late John Gunn, aged 80 years, a native of Renshire (?) Scotland .

Neelin—Died, at Carleton Place on the 13^th Nov., Eliza (Neelin), daughter of Mr. Wm. Neelin, aged 15 years.

Perth Courier, November 28, 1873

Hutton—Died, at Pakenham, on the 13^th Nov., Mr. John Hutton, after a protracted illness.  (no age given.)

Oliver—Died, at Perth , on Tuesday, the 25^th Nov., Mary Oliver, relict of the late Thomas Oliver, aged 72 years.

Griffin —Died, at his residence, Perth , on Sunday 23^rd Nov., Patrick Griffin, tailor, in the 44^th year of his age.

Further article in the same paper:

The late Mr. P. Griffin

It is our painful duty this week to record the death of Mr. Patrick Griffin, tailor, which took place at his late residence, Mill Street , this town on Sunday evening last, 23^rd Nov., in the 44^th year of his age.  The deceased was a native of Ireland , having come from Lough-Hill, (?) County Limerick , 22 years ago and has since resided in Perth . For the past year, Mr. Griffin had been in poor health, and like many another of once strong constitutions, worked away, paying no heed to the cough that was fast racking his frame, until he was suddenly taken down and sank rapidly and died peacefully after a short confinement.  Mr. Griffin was a law-abiding, industrious and honest citizen, beloved by all who knew him intimately, and highly respected by all who had any dealings with him.  He leaves a bereaved widow and several small orphans to lament their sad loss, in which they have the sympathy of the community.  The funeral took place last Tuesday afternoon last, to St. John’s Church, thence to the Roman Catholic Cemetery, followed by a large procession of friends, where all that was mortal was laid to its parent dust.

Perth Courier, December 5, 1873

Campbell —Died on the 23^rd Nov., after a long and painful illness, Isabella Campbell, Drummond, aged 49 years.

Maxwell—Died on Sat. 29^th(?) Nov., Mr. Jas Maxwell, Lanark, of consumption, aged 21 (?) years.

Oliver—Died, at North Elmsley on Sat., 30^th (?) Nov., Ann, wife of Thomas Oliver, Perth , age 40 years.

Craig—Died, at Lanark on Saturday, 26^th ult., Mr. Adam Craig, aged 75 years.    Mr. Craig was one of the oldest pioneers in this section of the country and a much respected citizen.  He dropped dead in his own home.

Lawson—Died, at Perth, on Monday, 1^st Dec., Walter Lawson, Sr., aged 86 (or 88?) years, a native of Dumfrieshire, Scotland.

Posted: 28 March, 2003