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by Christine M. Spencer of
From
the Lethbridge (Alberta) News we take the following notice of death on Sunday,
12th inst., of a lady who was born in the village of Lanark and as a
child was once well known there: “On
Sunday morning after a lingering illness of nearly a month, Mrs. Charles
A. Magrath passed peacefully away leaving behind a stricken husband and two
little children too young to know their loss.
She will be sadly missed within her large circle of friends in the
community. Her father, Holmes Mair,
like his brother Charles, the well known Canadian poet, had more than a local
reputation as a writer of poetical prose and verse. After the death of her parents she resided
for a time wither uncle and latterly and until her marriage with her guardian
Dr. Shultz, Lt. Governor of
After
an illness of some months, Mrs. Andrew Moodie, Sr., died at her
residence on the Scotch Line, North Burgess at the advanced age of 83 years. The deceased’s maiden name was Elizabeth
Farnell and she was born in
We regret to record the death of Joseph Houston, station master and operator, Rat Portage, which occurred the early part of the week from typhoid fever. The deceased was the son of Mr. Houston, Deputy Reeve, Ramsay.
Watson’s Corners: We are sorry to record the death and burial of one of our most respected townsmen Mrs. John Bothwell who died in our village on Thursday of last week. Mrs. Bothwell was a kind and devoted mother and will be greatly missed in her family circle. She was buried on Saturday afternoon in the village cemetery. The principal places of business were closed and a large number of mourners came from the surrounding towns to attend the funeral. The employees of the Clyde Woolen Mills expressed their sympathy with a pillow of flowers. The W.C.T.C. also sent a bear wreath which showed the great esteem in which Mrs. Bothwell was held.
O’Conner—Died, at Ottawa on Monday evening, 27th June, Josephine O’Brien O’Conner, wife of John F. O’Conner, aged 30
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We regret to hear of the death of Christopher Donaldson, who was one of the oldest and most respected citizens of the township of Bathurst. He was born in Glasgow, Scotland on the 20th December, 1819 and came to Canada with his parents when 3 years of age. His parents were among the first to settle in the township of Lanark where they lived for a number of years. From there they removed to the Village of Lanark where the deceased spent most of his youth. When 16 he passed for a second class teacher his first school being at Pine Grove after which he taught in a number of schools in the counties of Lanark and Renfrew. In all, he taught for over 25 years. In a number of places he taught both day school and night school and was an energetic Sabbath School teacher. On account of getting a little dull of hearing he retired from school life. About 1861 he got married and settled on a farm about two miles from the Village of Lanark where he lived till the time of his death which took place on the 7th June. He leaves behind him his wife and four sons. James, the eldest, is married and lives in the Village of Lanark. William is studying for the ministry and the two other boys, David and Christopher, still reside with their mother on the old homestead. The deceased was a good Christian and a member of the Congregational Church of Lanark. His funeral took place on the 12th inst., tot eh Lanark Village Cemetery and was largely attended showing the high esteem in which he was held by all who knew him. We are glad to know the family lives in hopes of meeting him again in the Celestial City.
Robinson—Died, at Bathurst on Tuesday, 5th July, Wallace Robinson, aged 63 years, 6 months and 6 days.
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After a long illness and much suffering, Wallace Robinson died at his residence on the 3rd Line Bathurst at the age of 63 years. The deceased was the son of the late William Robinson, an old soldier and one of the pioneers of the township and he was born on the farm on which he died. He was a quiet, inoffensive neighbor and was much respected in his locality.
Harrington—Died, at Toronto on the 24th June, at the residence of her son-in-law, 229 Bathurst Street, Mrs. Ellen Harrington, aged 78.
Boyle—Died, on the 30th June, at his father’s residence in Lanark Township of inflammation of the lungs, David Ross Boyle, dearly beloved infant son of David and Mary Boyle, aged 5 months and 11 days.
Our loved one is gone to the other shore
Which unseen hands seemed to beckon o’er
Their voice is hushed yet they still implore
Come away to Jesus now.
McDonald—Died, at Smith’s Falls on Saturday, 25th inst., George McDonald, aged 72 years and 5 months.
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The subject of the following obituary was born in the township of Drummond and a brother of Henry McDonald, treasurer of that township. The notice below was taken from the Smith’s Falls Record of the 30th June. “Just on the stroke of 11 last Saturday morning there passed away in the person of George McDonald, one of Smith’s Falls oldest residents and whose life was closely identified with the town’s progress for nearly a half century. Perhaps among the older portion of the community there is no more familiar a figure to be seen on the streets and few could be found possessed of a kinder heart. Mr. McDonald was born in Drummond in 1820 and in the year 1844 he married in the town of Perth Jean Armour Gordon a most estimable and loveable woman who preceded him to the great beyond seven years ago. When quite young he learned the trade of a blacksmith and in that business continued until a few years ago when he retired from active life to enjoy his well earned savings. He came to this town in the fall of 1848 and has been a resident since that time. In 1869 he was appointed to the position of tax collector and that responsible office he held until his death, proving himself a faithful and upright public servant responsible and trusted by all. Mr. McDonald always enjoyed the best of health until a little over a year ago when the once vigorous constitution began to fail. During that time he had a couple of serious attacks but recovered each time and was able to be around as usual until about three weeks ago when he was confined to his bed from which he never rose. He was a member of St. Andrew’s Church and a Conservative in politics. He leaves to mourn his loss three sons and three daughters all grown up. The funeral took place to the public cemetery last Monday afternoon which was a large one. Many friends came from a distance to pay their last respects to his memory and the town council attended in a body.”
In the Globe on Saturday appeared a notice of death of a well known public man (three unreadable words), Ontario and a native of this county. The dispatch says: “Hon. Walter McCrea, Judge of the District of Algoma, died at his residence last night after an illness of four months. He was born on the 10th November, 1810 in Montague Township near Burritt’s Rapids, County Lanark. In his early career he engaged in various pursuits and it was not until 1850 in the 40th year of his life that he was called to the bar. He practiced in Chatham and his reputation as a lawyer earned for him an extensive practice—his name being freely quoted in the law reports. He was a staunch Liberal in politics and an active man in the support of his party. He served as a speaker, being always in demand at election times. He represented the Western District of Upper Canada in the old Legislative Council 1862-1868 when on Confederation he became a Senator. He took part in the Convention of Canadian Statesmen in Quebec and St. John’s which brought about Confederation. He was a frequent contributor to the public press and his writing received much attention. He also took an interest in military matters having been a captain in the militia. It was while he was engaged in his career as a lawyer, politician, journalist and military man that he was appointed to the bench. He died at the ripe old age of 82 respected and venerated by everyone with whom he came into contact.”
Robb—Died, at the residence of his brother-in-law, R.J. Drummond, Perth, on Friday, 8th inst., Mr. Thomas B. Robb of New York, aged 68.
Scott—Died, at Almonte, on Tuesday, 5th July, John Scott, aged 82.
Campbell—Died, at his brother’s residence near Ferguson’s Falls, Drummond, James Campbell of Carleton Place, aged 70.
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Preston Vale: James Campbell who has been poorly for some time died at the residence of his brother Angus on the 8th June. His remains were interred in the Union burying ground.
McGregor—Died, at Beckwith on the 31st May, Janet King McGregor, relict of the late Duncan McGregor, North Elmsley aged 70.
Jamieson—Died, at Guelph on the 3rd July, Algernon Jamieson, third son of Judge Jamieson (formerly of Almonte), aged 18.
Foran—Died, at Aylmer, Quebec on the 3rd July, Mary Isabella McDonald Foran, wife of T.P. Foran, Advocate, in her 32nd year.
Lowe—Drowned at Arklan on the 18th July, Dickson Lowe, son of William Lowe of Carleton Place, aged 7 years, 7 months.
Beal—Died, on Monday evening, 18th July, William Grimsby Beal, infant son of Robert E. Beal of Ottawa, aged 2 months and 1 week.
McKay—Died, on Thursday, 14th July, William MacKay, Bathurst near Fallbrook, aged 48.
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On Wednesday, 6th July, William Mackey of Bathurst near Fallbrook cut his ankle bone while scoring with a broad axe. The wound was evidently not a deep one but after bandaging it he took to his bed and seemed to sink slowly to his death. Dr. Hanna of Perth attended him but complications set in till blood poisoning resulted and Mr. Mackey died on Thursday last. His remains were buried in the Roman Catholic cemetery in Perth and were attended to the grave by an immense concourse of friends and relatives. He leaves a wife and family the eldest a young man of 17 years. He was hardly out of his prime being 48 years old when he died. His wife was a daughter of the late Edward Bennett of Bathurst. Mr. Mackay was a very intelligent and well read man popular in his neighborhood and a staunch Reformer. He was an enterprising and successful farmer and his turkeys on Poultry Fair Day always took the best prizes.
The Gazette mentions the death of John Phillips of Almonte after a long illness of two years. He was born in 1815 and with his wife came to Canada in 1837 settling first at Richmond then removing to Ramsay. In 1865 the family went to Almonte. He was a Methodist and a zealous temperance worker. One of his sons, George, lives at Glen Tay.
Scott—Died, at North Burgess on Wednesday 20th July, Ann Louise Scott, aged 25.
Armstrong—Died, on Thursday, 28th July, Alexander Fraser Armstrong, infant son of Mr. G. E. Armstrong, aged 2 months and 6 days. The funeral will take place on Friday, 29th inst., at 10:00 from his father’s residence to Elmwood Cemetery.
Watson’s Corners: We are sorry to have to record the death of Miss Ella Lorimer which took place on Thursday. The funeral on Saturday was a large one. Mr. McElroy preached the sermon. Mr. Young of Lanark conducted the funeral. Mrs. Lorimer and family have the sympathy of the community in their bereavement.
Fraser—Died, on Friday, 22nd July Mrs. Francis Allan Fraser, relict of the late James Fraser, aged 94 years, 2(?)3(?) months.
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On Friday last there died at the residence of Mrs. M. R. Dodds at the great age of 94 years Mrs. James Fraser, for some years before her death the only survivor among the pioneer band who settled in the Perth section of Lanark County. The deceased, whose maiden name was Jane Cowie, was born in the village of Corstorphine(?) near Edinburgh, Scotland in the year 1798 and when 17 years old came with her parents across the Atlantic arriving at Brockville in 1815(?). Next year the family made their way to Perth coming by the ferry and it was worthy of note that she and a companion were the first white women who ever crossed the Rideau River. The bridge was simply two logs lashed together with basswood bark side by side. With most of the other settlers who arrived then the family settled on a farm on the Scotch Line then simply areas of unbroken forest. The trials and hardships of these early settlers were very great and many succumbed to the privations they could not endure but the deceased had a strong constitution that carried her through them all and after a time comfort and comparative affluence succeeded the hardships of her family life and made the burdens less severe. Mrs. Fraser married two times. Her first husband was the late Francis Allan also a native of Scotland and to them were born several children, some of whom are or were among the best known residents of this locality. They were John Allan of Snow Road and Francis Allen and James Allan, merchant, Perth. Robert Allan, Bathurst, William Allan, mill owner, North Burgess, Alexander Allan, hardware merchant, Smith’s Falls, and the late Isaac Allan, hardware merchant Perth and the late Mrs. James (Rev.) Gray, wife of the Presbyterian minister of Kingston and Mrs. Calvin Holliday, County Perth and the late Mrs. James Holliday of Perth and Mrs. M. R. Dobbie of Perth are also children. By her second marriage she had no children. Mrs. Fraser was a member of the Presbyterian Church for over 70 years and took the communion up to a few years ago when her system both bodily and mentally began to break up and to make ready for the great change. The funeral took place on Saturday afternoon Rev. James Ross conducting the services and her remains were laid to rest in Elmwood Cemetery. The deceased say many generations of young and old laid in the graveyards and cemeteries here and finally when her own time came she had made herself ready for the closing sleep and the awakening hereafter.
After an illness of some months and much suffering from rheumatism, John Jamieson of this town died at his residence aged 63(?) 68(?) years. The late Mr. Jamieson was born in the north of Ireland and came to Canada when a child. He taught school for many years in this locality but finally settled down in Perth where he has lived ever since. He was a Presbyterian and a member of St. Andrew’s Church until infirmities compelled his resignation. He leaves a wife and 3 children one of them married and settled in British Columbia.
O’Connor—Died, on Saturday morning 30th July, John O’Connor, infant son of Mr. J.F. O’Connor of Ottawa, 6 weeks.
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The infant son of the late Mrs. J.F. O’Connor of Ottawa died in that city on Saturday last and the remains were brought to Perth and buried in St. John’s Church cemetery beside those of his mother.
Coury—Drowned, in the Tay River, Perth on Saturday evening, 30th July, Martha Coury, aged 12. (Surname might be Court see article in the Comings and Goings.)
Osbourne—Drowned, in the Tay River, Perth, on Saturday evening, 30th July, Elmira Osbourne, youngest daughter of Joseph Osbourne, 13 years and 9 months.
James Brown, a resident of Perth up to about 1864, died at Peterboro on the 23rd July. He was a native of Fifeshire, Scotland and came to Perth about 1855(?) where he carried on the business of cabinet maker. He was for many years station agent at Pembroke. We copy the following from the Peterboro Examiner: “The Examiner records with special regret the death of James R. Brown, which sad event took place at the family resident at 267 Reid Street on Saturday morning. Mr. Brown had been suffering for about a month from an affliction of the heart which proved fatal that morning. The deceased has been a most respected and esteemed citizen for the past five years. He was a native of Scotland where he was born in the year 1820(?). In 1854 he with his wife came to Canada to settle, first in Quebec city. He shortly afterwards went into the railway service with which he was connected for many years – up to 1883 – when he went into the lumbering business which he followed for several years with success. In the year 1887 he retired from active business and settled in Peterboro. Mr. Brown leaves behind a wife and five children: Mrs. George Bolton of Detroit; Mrs. A.C. Cook of Kippewa; Mrs. R. McEwenn of Sudbury; Mrs. A. Caswell of Portland, Oregon; Mrs. James R. Brown, Jr., of Montreal; all these except Mrs. Caswell were present at the death of their father—a far different homecoming from the joyous reunion of the 6th June last when Mr. and Mrs. Brown celebrated the 50th anniversary of their wedding. Mr. Brown was a gentleman of high qualities of character—stirling integrity, generous impulses, genial as a companion, faithful as a friend. In religion he was a Presbyterian and in politics a broad minded Liberal, social and public, a man who always commanded love, esteem and universal respect.”
The subject of the following obituary was a brother of Mrs. John Armour of this town. We copy from the Almonte Gazette: “There died at Rosetta on Sunday, 19th July, Robert McFarland, one of Lanark Town’s oldest and most respected inhabitants. He was interred two days later in the cemetery at this place. Mr. McFarlane was born in Edinburgh, Scotland on the 15th October, 1816 and was nearly 77 years of age. When only five he came out with his parents to this country settling on the farm now occupied by his brother John on the 11th Concession of Lanark township where for 19 years he continued to reside with his parents. At the age of 24 he married Margaret Anderson of the same place and with his young wife they began life for themselves on a farm on the 3rd Concession of Ramsay, known as the Hilliard Farm as it was once owned by Thomas Hilliard. Here they lived for seven years and at the expiration of that time he went to Rosetta to reside with his father-in-law Mr. Anderson whose estate he afterwards acquired. Here by hard and honest toil he succeeded in carving out for himself and those depending upon him a beautiful homestead which he and the other members of his family were permitted to enjoy for many long years as the result of their united labors. Up to the time of his death and for 25 years before it he held the honorable position of postmaster at Rosetta. His much esteemed partner in life survives him and though far advanced in years enjoys a fair measure of health. There are five sons and three daughters still living. George, with his mother and two sisters, reside on the homestead at Rosetta while four sons are in Minnesota and one daughter in western Ontario.”
Mrs. Colin Sinclair, who has been a patient sufferer for a long time and who has been confined to her room for some months, succumbed to the inevitable on Wednesday evening last and passed quietly to her reward. Mrs. Sinclair was a sister of the late Thomas McCallum and was a native of Paisley, Scotland, coming to this country with her parents many years ago and first settling in Lanark Township near Hopetown. In 1877 she was united in marriage to Mr. Sinclair and two children Maggie and Jennie blessed the union. Mrs. Sinclair was of a quiet and gentle disposition possessing those rare qualities and endeared herself to all with whom she came into contact and gave clear testimony to the Christian virtue which dwelt within.
Perth Courier, August 12, 1892
Cochrane—Died, at Carleton Place on the 28th July, Isabella Cochrane, wife of Mr. Andrew Cochrane, aged 48.
Sinclair—Died, at Carleton Place on the 27th July, Elizabeth McCallum Sinclair, wife of Mr. Colin Sinclair, Esq., aged 54.
Griffith—Died, at Perth on Thursday evening, (?) August, Mary Griffith, youngest daughter of William Griffith, aged 7 months and 7 days.
Roberts—Died, at the residence of Mr. J.M. Taylor, Esq., 274 Rideau Street, Ottawa on Friday, 5th Aug., John Roberts, druggist, in his 64th year.
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On Friday, 5th August, word was received that John Roberts, Ottawa, druggist, had died that day after a protracted illness lasting since winter. As the deceased gentleman was once a resident of Perth and had many connections here and in the vicinity the news was received with considerable interest and with regret. The late Mr. Roberts was born in Kinrosshire(?) Scotland and came to Canada in 184? With his widowed mother and two brothers he being 15 at the time. The family settled in Perth his mother’s brother being the late William Allan of Balderson having already settled in this neighborhood. Mr. Roberts first clerked in a store kept by his brother G.C.B. Roberts on Foster Street in the brick building belonging to William O’Brien, lately pulled down. This brother died about forth years ago. After leaving there Mr. Roberts was engaged as manager of a drug store in the Graham block kept by E. S. Lyman who had also a drug store in Ottawa. About 1832 Mr. Lyman died and left the Perth business to Mr. Roberts with the option of buying out the Ottawa drug store at a price named. Preferring the latter Mr. Roberts sold the Perth store to the late Dr. Nichol and removed to Ottawa taking possession of the “Bytown” business in the little two story brick building on Rideau Street near the Sapper’s bridge. Here he did business up to the time of his death and with great success. He was a first class druggist, a shrewd and able businessman and a man whose integrity and honesty was not surpassed in Ottawa. He was also possessed of sound judgment and great practical shrewdness and these qualities brought to him daily people who wished advice on business and other matters of their own. Especially was this the case among the country people who were always sure of a sound opinion and a kindly word when they came to get his advice on such things. Long ago he did the leading drug business for Ottawa and in later years when shops far more pretentious and full of sow came into competition with him he led them all still; the cream of his business, especially that of the rich townships around came to him for he knew everybody. Everybody knew him and the respect of both he and his shop drew the business. His wealth was greatly increased by good investments in city properties. After Ottawa was named the capital, he bought up large blocks in the best part of the city, owned stock in gas companies and owned paying properties of many other kinds. It was said at one time he could command more ready money than any other man in Ottawa. His estate is calculated to be worth now something over $500,000. Mr. Roberts leaves no direct heirs being unmarried, his nearest relatives being cousins who live in Perth, Balderson, etc.; also his cousin J. Roberts Allan who has been in his employ for several years and who succeeds him in the drug business. Under the Law of Succession passed at the last session of the Ontario Legislature, 10% of the value of the estate must go to the Ontario government, towards the maintenance of asylums and other institutions in this case some $50,000. From this estate will come part of the revenue of the Province. Mr. Roberts was a member of St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church and his funeral was conducted under its pastorate. Mrs. G. L. Walker and Mrs. T.C. Weatherhead of Perth, Andrew Allan, Jas. Allan, John Allan of Balderson, Mrs. R.A. Whyte of Balderson and some brothers and sister elsewhere were cousins of Mr. Roberts. The funeral which took place on Monday was attended by Ottawa’s leading citizens the pallbearers being Senator Clumow and Messrs. John Mather, Samuel Havell, Newell Bate, R.W. Letz, Q.C., and George Elliott. Mr. Robert’s death was due to consolidation of the right lung brought on by a severe cold contracted in January. Mr. Roberts was on the Council of the Ontario College of Pharmacy for many years, also President of the Ottawa and Gloucester Road Co., President of the Montreal and Russell Road Co., a director of the Metropolitan Loan and Savings Co., Director of the Beechwood Cemetery Co., and a Director of the Protestant Hospital.
Cameron—Died, at Carleton Place on the 4th Aug., Alexander Cameron, aged 67 years and 7 months.
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We are requested this week to publish the death of the late Alexander Cameron who died at his residence in Carleton Place on Thursday, 4th Aug., after a painful illness of ten months at the age of 67 years and 7 months. Mr. Cameron was born and brought up on a farm on the 7th Line Beckwith now owned by Mr. Henderson and it was on this farm that the deceased spent his boyhood and all his manhood except a few years. He sold his place and removed to Carleton Place where he bought a comfortable dwelling and property near the junction and spent the remainder of his days there. He suffered terribly at times yet he bore his trouble with Christian patience and resting along on the finished word of Christ for his soul’s safety and thus he passed victoriously away from this world. He was a hard working man till within some months of his death and it may be said of him what was said of man at he beginning; he earned his bread by the sweat of his brow. He leaves a wife and family of five all of whom were about him in the last hours of his life. His daughters are Mrs. McTavish of N. Elmsley, Mrs. D. Stewart of Carleton Place. The youngest son is at home, unmarried. His eldest son John is an employee of Edwards and Cox(?). the youngest son is head clerk of Mr. Cole, hardware merchant of Carleton Place. His family are much respected his son in laws are John McTavish of N. Elmsley and D. Stewart of Carleton Place both men of temperate and Christian characters.
The sad news of the death of Mrs. Ester Miller of Paisley, Ontario was received in town on Wednesday. The deceased was a daughter of the late A.W. Murdoch, Inspector of Schools and a sister of J.G. Campbell of this town.
Fraser—Died, at Perth on Monday evening, 8th Aug., Mr. Alexander Fraser, aged 87.
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On Tuesday morning while eating breakfast at Barrie’s Hotel, Alexander Fraser was seized with an attack of apoplexy and died almost instantly. He had walked the evening before from P. D. Campbell’s, Drummond, six miles out and though well accustomed to making long journeys the heat and exercise perhaps brought on the end of the old man more quickly than if he had remained out of town. The late Mr. Fraser was born in Inverneshire, Scotland in 1805 and therefore lived into his 88th year. He came to Canada in 1832 after following the calling of sailor for some time and lived in and about Perth every since earning a living by working at the painting business. He was a character in his way and was known by everybody, there being few houses in the country that were not adorned by his paint brush in his long career. He was a proficient and conscientious workman. He was a cousin of the late William Fraser, Esq., County Treasurer. His remains were buried in Elmwood Cemetery on Tuesday afternoon.
Allan—Died, at Perth on Wednesday, 10th Aug., Jean McLean Allan, wife of Mr. Francis Allan, Sr., aged 71 years and 10 months.
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We have to record this week the death of Mrs. Francis Allan, Sr., at her home in Caroline Village in this town at the age of 71 years. Her maiden name was Jean McLean and she was born on the Scotch Line. Her husband survives her with several children among them being William Allan of the steam saw mill and Francis Allan, Jr.
Wilson—Died, at Lanark on Monday, 8th Aug., Johnnie Wilson, son of Mr. Thomas Wilson, Jr., aged 9 years.
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Lanark Links: A very sad calamity happened at Lanark on Monday 8th Aug. at 4:00 pm by which little Johnny Wilson, son of Thomas Wilson, Jr., was drowned. The accident as far as we can learn, happened in this way: four children all about the same age were collected on a raft and were sailing on the river a short distance below the residence of William Bates. The children the names are Johnnie Wilson, Willie Cooper, Tate Wilson and Gracie Wright, all of whom were on the raft and by some means or other the raft was tilted and all four thrown into the water. George Bates and his younger brother Jamie were the first to arrive at the scene of the accident. They immediately dashed into the water. George reached Tate Wilson first and after considerable difficulty managed to get him to shore while James got hold of Gracie Wright. By this time Willie Cooper swam to shore. Then the little girls cried out that Johnny Wilson was in the water and though somewhat exhausted George threw off the remainder of his clothing and plunged in again. After diving about 8 feet and groping around on the bottom of the river he caught sight of the little fellow and gripped him by the foot but coming to the surface with great difficulty, but brought him to the shore and willing hands did all that could be done to restore the child but it was to no avail; the spark of life had fled. Too much cannot be said of the heroism and coolness of George Bates and his brother by whom two lives were saved.
Forde(?)—Died, at the residence of his son J.W. Forde(?) on Wednesday, 24th Aug., James Forde(?) of North Elmsley in his 90th year. The deceased was a native of County Armagh, Ireland and left there for Canada in 1825(?). He was the father of Archibald Forde(?) of Perth.
Devlin—Died, at Perth on Wednesday morning, 24th Aug., Sara Ann Pounder, relict of the late John Devlin, Sr., aged 84(?).
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On Wednesday morning, Mrs. John Devlin, Sr., another of our oldest settlers, passed away at the ripe old age of 85. The maiden name of the deceased was Sarah Allan Pounder and she was born in County Wexford, Ireland in 1807, coming to this country with her parents about the year 1821. She was married to George Devlin, Sr., and for many years they lived together on their farm in Drummond, the two being separated by Mr. Devlin’s death in 1870. For some time, Mrs. Devlin has been living with her eldest daughter Mrs. George Harvey in town and it was there that she died. Her remains were laid beside those of her husband in the old English Church burying ground. The deceased was a sister to Mrs. James Patterson of town and the mother of Messrs. George Devlin and Charles Devlin of Perth; Mr. W.A. Devlin, Councilor, Drummond and Mrs. George Harvey of Perth. Strange to say her twin sister died in western Ontario two weeks ago last Sunday.
Campbell—Died, at Montreal on the (?) August, Robert M. Campbell, son of Rev. Dr. Campbell, St. Gabriel Church, formerly of Balderson, aged 25 years and 7 months.
Hall—Died, Francis Hall of Perth, on Tuesday, 6th Sept., aged 79.
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On Monday night our aged townsman Francis Hall was seized by an attack of peritonitis and some kindred complaint of the bowels and so sharp and severe were the pains that by 9:00 the next morning he was laying in the cold embrace of death. Some time before he had been attacked by la grippe and from this he never completely recovered and its effects left his system available to any complaints that robust health and perhaps fewer years could have warded off. He had served as elder at Knox Church and took communion only the Sabbath before in apparent health so it will be seen how sudden and deadly the attack was. The late Mr. Hall was born in the village of Clackmannon, near Stirling, Scotland on the 14th Sept., 1813 and came to Canada in 1831. He went first to Lanark where he had relations but soon after removed to Perth. About 1834 he started up a boot and shoe store business continuing in that line until a few years ago. At the time he gave it up he was the oldest businessman in Perth and there was no one more highly respected as such in the city but he. In 1840 he married Mary McDonnell, sister of the late Malcolm McDonnell then one of the most prominent citizens in Perth and after her death in 18??(1858???) he was married again in 18?? To Agnes McDougall, sister of Archibald McDougall also a very prominent resident of the county and shortly left for Manitoba. His second wife is now a widow. He was the father by his first wife of our townsman F.A. Hall, barrister and by his second wife of Miss Annie Hall, who lives at home. These were the only children. The deceased has two brothers and two sisters in Sarnia one of whom was the late Mrs. J. R. Gemmell once of the Lanark Village Observer and one sister in Perth the late Mrs. William McLeod. Mr. hall though of a quiet and retiring nature was in his day a member of the Perth School Board and the Town Council. In 1837 when the Rebellion broke out he joined the Perth Militia Company under the late Capt. (Hon.) Henry Graham and went with his comrades as far as Brockville to assist in putting down the uprising. He was a member of the Knox (Free) Church and was among the charger members in the disruption in 1844 and was for many years an Elder in that congregation. He was likewise a staunch Reformer from his first voting days to the day of his death. His remains were interred in Elmwood Cemetery on Thursday afternoon and were followed to their last resting place by a large concourse of his townsmen. Rev. Prof. Ross officiated at the funeral service.
Watson’s Corners—Daniel Harper passed away last Thursday at the age of 83 years. His wife and family have the sympathy of the neighborhood in their bereavement.
Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Thompson, some years ago residents of Renfrew whence they removed to the west, returned since on account of failing health of Mrs. Thompson, and of her desire to spend her remaining days with relatives in this section. Most of the time she has been with her sister Mrs. William Richards of Balaclava and Mrs. James Buchanan of Renfrew, gradually and visibly fading away with consumption. The end, expected and prepared for, came almost suddenly about 3:00 Sunday morning. The funeral service on Tuesday was attended by sorrowing friends from Lanark and Renfrew Counties. The deceased is a daughter of the late Peter McTavish of Drummond.
Miss Lillian Carnochan, Almonte, a granddaughter of Duncan Campbell, Oliver’s Ferry, died in Montreal on the 17th Aug., aged 17 years. She was in the midst of a promising career at McGill University, Montreal. The deceased was born in Almonte and the Gazette gives a lengthy obituary.
H. D. Chalmers of Smith’s Falls, bailiff of the Division Court there died suddenly Monday last, aged 80. He was buried with Masonic honors on Wednesday. The deceased was a sound Liberal in politics.
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Referring to the death of the late Henry D. Chalmers, the Smith’s Falls Record says last week: “The deceased was born in Dunfrieshire, Scotland 20th Sept., 1822 so at the time of his demise he yet lacked a few days of three score and ten. When a lad of 15 his parents left the hills of his native land for Canada and on the 10th May, 1837 they set sail for Quebec. On the 10th August, the same year, they landed in Smith’s Falls and here ever since the subject of this sketch continued to live. He learned the trade of blacksmith with his brother Edward and subsequently bought out the business. Later on he disposed of it and went into the egg business which he followed until the time of his death. 21 years ago on the 18thJune, he was appointed bailiff of the division court here and for all these years he has acted in that capacity. Although he had often times unpleasant duties to perform he always did them on as easy a way as possible and few there are now that he is gone who would speak ill of him. His was a busy life and yet he ever found time for little kindnesses by the way done quietly and in secret and it could be said of him He Who Seeketh in Secret Shall Be Rewarded Openly. For five years the writer had daily intercourse with him in the business of the court and never heard him say a sharp or ugly word. He was a straight forward, upright man whose word was as good as his bond and whose life was right up even with his profession. He was a member of St. Andrew’s Church and was as regular and punctual as the pastor in his attendance.
Robert M. Campbell, eldest son of Rev. Dr. Campbell of St. Gabriel Presbyterian Church, Montreal, formerly of Balderson, died on Sunday morning after a severe illness. This is the second death which has occurred in Dr. Campbell’s family during the present month; his eldest daughter Eleanor having also been taken sick and died. Robert was about 25 years old and was engaged in teaching in one of the Presbyterian schools at the same time taking his course of medicine at McGill.
A terribly sudden death occurred in Smith’s Falls last Saturday. Mrs. Atkinson, wife of Thomas Atkinson, had been complaining of a headache for a day or so but did not pay any attention to it as she was sometimes subject to them. She took her tea on Saturday apparently as well as usual with the exception of the slight headache. As she was clearing away the tea things Mr. Atkinson went out to milk and what was his horror on coming into the house a short time later to find her laying senseless on the floor. Medical aid was summoned but she never regained consciousness and just at midnight her spirit fled. An apoplectic fit was the cause of her demise.
Balderson—On Sunday evening the angel of death visited the house of Duncan McGregor and removed its aged wife who has been for over a year on a bed of sickness. The deceased was in her 84th year and was born at Glen Lyon, Perthshire, Scotland. In the year 1839 she became the life partner of Mr. McGregor with whom she emigrated to this place in 1843. In the year 1851 they settled on the present property of 8th Line Drummond. Mrs. McGregor was a member of the Presbyterian Church and was very highly respected by all who knew her. The sympathy of the entire community was expressed by the large gathering which assembled on the 6th inst., to convey the remains to the hill on the 7th Line Drummond.
One of the first settlers of the Sand Point section of the township of McNab passed away on Monday last, 29th August. We refer to Peter McLaren. The deceased was 75 years of age and came to this country in the time of Chief McNab, settling on the farm which he occupied at the time of his death, in 1837, 55 years ago. Hugh Young of this town settled in the same locality the same year and was an intimate friend of the deceased. Mr. McLaren married a Mrs. McVean which marriage one child was born a daughter. The deceased was very highly respected and was a member of St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church of this town. Arnprior Watchman
Ferguson—Died, at Montague on Monday, 12th Sept. Mr. John Ferguson, aged (?) years and 3 months.
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Smith’s Falls News: One by one the pioneers of this section of Ontario are passing away and during the past week the angel of death has been busy in our midst. On Sunday last John Ferguson, one of the first settlers of this section, passed away peacefully at the residence of his son James Ferguson, Reeve of Montague at the advanced age of 86 years, 3 months. The deceased was born in Johnstown near Paisley, Scotland and emigrated to Canada in 1821 when just 15 years of age. He settled first in the Township of Dalhousie with his father and mother but took up land himself in the Township of Montague in 1832. Here he resided up to the time of his death. In the year 1830 he married Anne Stewart who preceded him to the great hereafter some 13 years ago. Two sons and four daughters survive, viz., James, Reeve of Montague and John, Clerk of the Township. The former lives on the old homestead and the latter has a store at Numgate(?). The daughters are Mrs. Tucker of Carleton Place, Mrs. Tetlock and Mrs. Burnes of Drummond, and Mrs. Stewart of Renfrew Village. He leaves 37 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. The subject of this sketch was therefore one of the most highly respected citizens of this section. He was a man of fine physique, clear intellect and wonderful endurance. He retained all his faculties to the end and within a few days of his demise could read a newspaper without the aid of glasses. When he first came to this section there was but one shanty where the town of Smith’s Falls now stands and it used to be his delight on a cold winter’s night to get a few of his friends together around the hearth fire and relate the many thrilling incidents of pioneer life. On many occasions he carried a bag of flour of other provisions from Perth to his home in the rear of Dalhousie 25 miles distant when his only guide were the blazed trees. At the building of the Rideau Canal he worked under Col. By for three years and used to tell many amusing incidents of those early days. He made and retained many friends and died regretted by all and disliked by none. In religion he was a Presbyterian and in politics a Liberal of the old school although in latter days when he did vote he case it for the Conservative aisle. Rev. C. H. Cooke of St. Andrew’s Church conducted the funeral service.
Horneck—Died, at Smith’s Falls on Wed., 14th Sept. Mrs. R. Horneck, aged 67.
Wilson—Died, at Lanark on Tuesday, 20th Sept. Thomas Wilson, Sr., in the 75th year of his age.
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Lanark Links: We are sorry to record the death of Thomas Wilson, Sr., who died on Tuesday evening after a lingering illness of about a week. He had been confined to his room for some years through paralysis. The deceased was the oldest resident of the village. His age was 75 and the greater part of his life was spent in Lanark Village.
Bell—Died, on Thursday, 15th Sept., Ruth Alice Bell, daughter of Charles N. and Alice Bell, of Winnipeg, aged 3 months and 15(?) days.
Jones—Died, in Montague on Tuesday, 13th Sept. Peter Jones, aged 83.
Perth Courier, Sept. 30, 1892
Mitchell—Died, at Perth on Monday morning, 26th Sept., George Bruce Mitchell, St. Louis, Missouri, aged 43(?) 45(?). The funeral will take place at 4:00 on Friday, 30th inst. from the residence of the father, John Mitchell, Darcy Street, to Elmwood Cemetery. The members of the True Britons’ Lodge are requested to meet in the lodge room at 3:00 pm to attend the funeral of the late Brother Mitchell.
Connolly—Died, at Perth on Saturday morning, 24th Sept. Jane Cathcart Connolly, relict of the late Edward Connolly, aged 72.
On Friday, 23rd Sept. the friends of Mrs. Edward Connelly, Sr., were grieved to learn that she had been seized with paralysis that day and were quite prepared to hear the next day, Saturday, that she had died from its effects. Her remains were taken on Monday to the Catholic Cemetery for interment followed by a large number of friends. Mrs. Connelly’s maiden name was Jane Cathcart and she was born in County Cavan, Ireland in the year 1820. She came to Perth with her husband and brothers in the year 18?? (1847???). Her family, all of whom were present at the funeral, were E. Connelly of Perth; Rev. Father J.J. Connelly; Rev. Father M.E. Connelly of Downville(?) and Mrs. Daniel McDonald of Perth.
Kerr—Died, at her residence on Gore Street on Tuesday, 4th Oct., Margaret Shaw, aged 71.
Corbett—Died, on the 2nd Oct., near Norquay, Man., Hannah B. Corbett, wife of David E. Corbett and daughter of the late William Rice of Perth. (no age)
Irons—Died, at Perth on Tuesday, (date illegible) October, James Irons, aged 43(?).
McEwen—Died, at Toronto on Sunday, 23rd Oct., Jennie McEwen, daughter of the late Mr. Ewen McEwen, Franktown, aged (illegible, could be 12, could be 42?????).
On Monday her mother and brother were shocked to hear of the death of Mrs. W. S. Bell (nee Miss Lizzie Hope) at Vancouver, B.C. on that day or the Sunday just passed. No intimation had been received of any previous illness and the conclusion is that her death was a sudden one although no particulars have yet come to hand from that long distance. Mrs. Bell, who was married only last spring, left here a few weeks ago for the West apparently in good health and a letter written by her only a few days before the news of her death was received with no mention of any illness. The body will be brought to Perth for interment and will probably will arrive here about Tuesday next.
Allan McPhail, an old resident of Ramsay, died last week at the age of 69 years, having been born in the Township of Drummond.
William Dontigay, aged 18 years, son of Philip and Ann Dontigay, died on Monday night from consumption brought on by a cold. He was an accomplished musician.
Meredith—Died, at Perth on Sat., 22nd Oct., John Meredith, Sr., in the 84th year of his age.
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On Saturday last an old resident of this county John Meredith, Sr., died in this town at the residence of his granddaughter Mrs. David Nagle and was buried in the old English burying ground on Monday. Mr. Meredith was born in Ireland in 1809 and came to Canada many years ago settling on the 3rd Line Bathurst. Lately he deposed of his farm and lived with his children in town and in the country. His health had failed him lately. He leaves several sons and daughters.
Kelly—Died, on the 11th Oct., at West Superior, Wisconsin, the beloved wife of A.D. Kelly and daughter of Mr. William McLaren, formerly of Perth, now of McCanna, North Dakota, aged 31. The deceased leaves three small children to mourn her loss.
Bell—Died, at Vancouver, B.C., on Monday, 24th Nov., Lizzie Hope Bell, wife of Mr. W. M. Bell, V.S., aged 36.
The Smith Falls News has received word of the death of James A. Campbell Mumford of Monroe County, New York which sad event occurred on the 19th October. The deceased was the son-in-law of Peter Sinclair, Esq., of Drummond and Collin Sinclair who resides on the old homestead in Drummond. Also Findlay Sinclair of Carleton Place. He was sick only a few weeks and was highly respected in the section in which he lived.
Robertson—Died, on Monday morning, 19th Sept., at her residence on Lot 16, 9th Concession Drummond, Elizabeth Malloch Robertson, widow of the late John Robertson, aged 82(?).
Lamont—Died, at Fargo, Dakota on the 6th inst., of cerebrospinal meningitis, Gracie Lillian Lamont, youngest child of Joseph and Carrie Lamont, aged 4 years less one day.
Stuart—Died, a the Hon. L. Beaubien’s(?) resident at Outremont, Montreal on the (date illegible) Oct., James de Gaspe(?) Stuart, third son of the late Sir Andrew Stuart of Quebec. Mr. Stuart was an associate of Mrs. M. O’Meara of Pembroke.
Lanark Links: We are sorry to record the death of an old and respected lady in the person of Mrs. James Trodden, who died at her home near Lanark Village on Thursday last week. The deceased was in her 92nd year and though a native of Ireland she passed the greater part of her life in this section of the country. She was well known for her cheerful and kind hearted disposition. She was often known in her younger days to leave the farm some four miles from town carrying a pail of butter on her head and plying her knitting needles as she went to market. Her remains were laid in the Catholic Cemetery in Ferguson’s Falls on Sunday. A large number of mourners were present.
Lanark Links: We are sorry to record another death this week, that of Mrs. Tullis, widow of the late Sinclair Tullis. She died at her home in Drummond Sunday morning. Mrs. Tullis had been in frail health for some time after having had a shock of paralysis. She was buried on Tuesday in Elmwood Cemetery, Perth.
Elphin—We are sorry to have to record the death of Mrs. Simon Clement on Tuesday of last week. She had been suffering for some time and had gone to Kingston Hospital for treatment and after partial recovery returned home to her family but unfortunately she became worse and again went to the hospital where she succumbed to her trouble.
We regret to learn of the death of William Duffus, architect of Lindsay, brother to Rev. Father Duffus of Perth.
Harvey—Died, at Drummond on Tuesday, (date illegible) September, George Harvey, eldest son of Mr. William Harvey, aged 21(?).
Ryan—Died, on the 2nd Oct., Mrs. William Ryan, North Burgess, aged 73(?).
From Norquay, Man., we have received particulars of the death of Mrs. Hanna Bella Corbett, formerly of this section. The deceased, it will be remembered, was the daughter of the late William Rice of this town. The cause of her death was this: her husband and daughter, 8 years old, went with horse and buggy to look after a stray animal which when found Mr. Corbett stayed behind to drive home leaving his wife and child in the buggy. On going home, one of the bolts came out of the vehicle and the shaft, striking the horse’s leg, the horse started to run away. After the horse entered the lane near home the buggy struck an oak picket throwing Mrs. Corbett out with terrible force against the picket. The little girl was thrown out a few yards further unhurt except for a few scratches and a sprained wrist. The mother could have saved herself by jumping out but she would not desert her child Ida. Mrs. Corbett with the assistance of her husband walked to the house about 50 yards but suffered terribly. The doctor from Holland came as soon as possible and gave temporary relief thinking nothing serious was wrong. The sufferer got worse and a second visit from the doctor forbade hope. At 4:30 the next day she died finally, trusting in her Savior. Internal injuries caused her death. Her husband and mother Mrs. Jane Elder as well as the little daughter have the sympathy of all.”
Thompson—Died, at Perth on Friday morning, 11th November, Jessie Cranston Thompson, relict of the late Mr. Robert Thompson, aged 90(?).
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On Saturday morning last there died at the home provided for her in Robert Lochead’s, Mrs. Robert Thompson at the age of 90(?) years. The deceased’s maiden name was Jessie Cranston was born at McIlrose Abbey, Scotland in the year (illegible) and came to Canada when grown up. She was married first to Robert Shaw from Scotland who kept a shop on the present site of the Merchant’s Bank Building and died of consumption in the year 1844 as did also a daughter a few years afterwards. Some years after she married Robert Thompson of this town who dying left her a second time a widow. For years she followed the occupation of a nurse and officiated in many of our best known families. Eight years ago she was through the infirmities of age, confined to the house as an invalid and a number of the ladies of St. Andrew’s Church to which congregation she belonged took charge of her and by their contributions assisted by a small grant from the town, provided for her a good home at Robert Lochead’s in Caroline Village where she died last week somewhat suddenly from a cold. She was buried on Monday in the old Presbyterian burying ground in town. She has two daughters and probably a son living elsewhere.
Lee—Died, on Thursday, 10th Nov., Daniel Lee, 5th Concession Bathurst, aged 66.
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After a long trial and sickness from cancer in the face, Daniel Lee, 5th Concession Bathurst, died at his residence on Thursday of last week at the age of 66 years. Mr. Lee was born in Drummond on the Lanark Road near Perth of Irish parents but for a long time owned the farm on which he died. He was a fine specimen of a man—reliable, friendly and conscientious—a good neighbor and a good citizen. He was a sincere Roman Catholic in religion and just as sincere a Reformer in politics and both from firm convictions. He had quite a family among them being J. T. Lee of town, Bernard on the farm and Daniel; Mrs. Charles Mackey, Mrs. Edward Bennett and Mrs. Dennis Noonan all of Bathurst. He was buried in the Roman Catholic Cemetery on Saturday.
The Carleton Place Herald of the 8th November says: “The sad news reached here on Saturday afternoon of the death that morning in Denver, Colorado of John Dewar, son of Archibald Dewar, Esq., Reeve of Beckwith. The deceased was about 35 years of age and leaves a wife and two children who are at present at Carleton Place. Mr. Dewar lived in Colorado for some years but was well known here from a visit to his parents some three years ago.”
Bothwell—Died, at Lanark on Saturday morning, 12th Nov., John H. Bothwell aged (illegible).
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Lanark Links: We are sorry to have to record the death of one of Lanark’s most popular and highly esteemed citizen in the person of John Bothwell who died on Saturday last after a lingering illness of about four months from cancer of the stomach. He was buried in the Lanark Cemetery on Monday afternoon the funeral being conducted by the Free Masons of which he was a member in high standing. He was a member of the Evergreen Lodge and last year filled the office of District Deputy Grand Master for this district an office of importance, and honor in the craft. A large number of the societies in Perth, Carleton Place and Almonte were present to pay their last token of respect for their highly esteemed brother. The death of Mr. Bothwell caused great sadness among the people of the village. It is only five months since Mrs. Bothwell was laid in the grave and in two years there have been five deaths in the family.
Doyle—Died, at Lanark Township on the 11th (?) Nov., Margaret Quinn Doyle, beloved wife of Mr. Patrick Doyle, aged 61(?) 64(?).
McCormick—Died, at Carleton Place on the 19th (?) Nov., after a long and severe illness Ellen McCormick, beloved wife of Capt. Hugh McCormick, agent for the Canadian Pacific Railway, aged 52.
Dulcette—Died, on the 9th November at the residence of Michael Leonard, 3rd Line Bathurst Peter Dulcette, aged about 90 years.
Tullis—Died, at the residence of her son John S. Tullis, Drummond, on Sunday, 6th November, Janet Buchanan Tullis, relict of the late Mr. Sinclair Tullis, aged 72. The deceased was a native of Lanarkshire, Scotland and came to Canada when six weeks old. Her parents were among the earliest settlers of Drummond.
The Renfrew Journal records the death of Mrs. John McAndrew of that village at Toronto on the 14th Nov., aged 65 years. Her remains were buried in the Renfrew Cemetery.
Preston Vale—James Innes of Innisville died of consumption on Saturday and was buried Monday aged about 28 years.
Struthers—Died at Toronto on the 18th Nov., Ann Struthers, beloved wife of Patrick Struthers, Esq., J.P., Postmaster, Carleton Place, aged 77.
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The Carleton Place Herald records the death of Mrs. Patrick Struthers wife of postmaster Peter Struthers of that town at the age of 77 years. Her death took place at Toronto on the 18th inst. Her maiden name was Ann Chambers and she was first married to William Moffat of Carleton Place who met an accidental death in California in 1852(?) during the gold fever there. Mrs. Isaac Cram of Montague and Mrs. Joseph Cram of Beckwith are daughters of hers by that marriage. In December of 1860 she married Mr. Struthers. She had been in poor health for the past 20 years.
Buffam—Died, on the 22nd November, aged 66 years, Mary Scott Buffam, wife of Mr. John Buffam of Lanark.
Phillips—Died, at Carleton Place on the (date illegible) inst., W. M. Phillips of the C.P.R. carshops, aged 52.
Fraser—Died, at North Burgess, on Wednesday morning, 30th Nov., James Archibald Fraser, aged 22 years and 7 months.
Balderson—Died, on Monday, 5th Dec., Percy Balderson, son of Mr. N. Balderson, aged 15 months.
Bond—Died, at Lanark Village on the 7th Dec., Joseph Bond, aged 31 years, 6 months.
Mr. J. McEwen, 7th Concession Drummond, passed away on Saturday
Rogers—Died, on Tues., 29th Nov., William Rogers, son of Mr. James Rogers of Bathurst, aged 43.
McDonald—Died, at the residence of Mrs. John McKinnon, Drummond, on Thur., 8th Dec., John McDonald, printer, aged 42.
McGregor—Died, at Smith’s Falls on Tuesday, 20th Dec., John McGregor, aged 61.
Liddle—Died, on Sunday, 4th Dec., Elizabeth Sargent Liddle, 10th Concession Drummond, relict of the late John Liddle, aged 84.
McLean—Died, at Smith’s Falls on the 10th Dec., Mrs. James McLean, aged 45.
Motherwell—Died, at Perth on Thurs., 15th Dec., Capt. James W. Motherwell, County Clerk, aged 39.
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We regret to chronicle the death of Jas. W. Motherwell, County Clerk, at his residence on Wilson Street on Thursday about noon after a long illness. The deceased was an undergraduate of Queen’s University, Kingston but after attending there for a time, learned the trade of printing at the Courier office after which he became foreman of the “Expositor”. He subsequently became County Clerk a position he held until his death.
The Pembroke Observer chronicles the death of a former resident of Drummond Township, Ann Given McLellan, 86 widow of the late (first name illegible) McLellan, Esq., 8 years deceased, at the residence of her daughter Mrs. Elias(?) McWade, Ross on the morning of the 7th Nov. She was a native of Greenock, Scotland. She was the mother of 12 children, 10 daughters and 2 sons of whom there survive 6 daughters and one son, John McLellan, Esq., the esteemed citizen of Ross. With the exception of the youngest son who died infancy, all the family were born in Scotland. About 45 years ago she with her husband and family came to Canada making their first home in the township of Drummond. Seven years after they went to Ross, but then sparsely settled. Out of the forest, by industry, they hewed a home of comfort. Mrs. McLellan like her late husband was a consistent and devoted member of the Presbyterian Church. Before her death she had the rare and noteworthy privilege of counting among her relatives 56 grandchildren and 52 great-grandchildren.
On Friday night last John Buchan, son of Donald Buchan of North Sherbrooke, took suddenly ill with inflammation of the lungs while working in Headrick’s Shanty in the Canada Lumber Company’s limits up the Mississippi and died on Sunday. His remains were brought home on Monday and were buried on Wednesday. The young man was 20 years of age. This is a sad blow to the afflicted parents who sometime over a year ago had another son brought home a corpse from an accidental shooting while partridge hunting.
Elphin: We regret to record the death of Jon.
Buchan, one of our much esteemed young men who died very suddenly on Sunday
18th Dec. of inflammation.
The deceased had been cooking for Mr. Jon. Headrick’s shanty and
complained of feeling unwell on Friday but was not thought to be seriously ill
until Saturday. Medical aid was procured
as quickly as possible and everything was done to relieve his sufferings. He suffered terribly until about
Waken, O Lord our drowsy sense
To walk this dangerous road
And if our souls have hurried hence
May they be found with God.
The
funeral of the late Mrs. Peter Lawson, Sr., took place in the Presbyterian
Church on Sabbath last. The service was
conducted by Mr. Campbell of
An
old man named William Mair, formerly of Ramsay, died in the
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