Perth Courier Obituaries
supplied by Christine M. Spencer of Northwestern University, Evanston, Il., USA.
Major--Died, at Perth on Sunday, 27th Dec., Alfred Major, youngest son of Mr. Emanuel Major, aged 18 years and 2 months.
Maberly—Alan Bishop of Robely(?), died on the 18th of consumption. His funeral took place on the 20th inst., A large number of friends and neighbors were present. Rev. Mr. Pierce officiated and spoke from Jas. 4:14. He was buried in the cemetery at White’s Church, Bathurst.
Middleville—Mr. Gabriel Peacock, Jr., died on Thursday of inflammation. The funeral service was held in the Congregational Church. Rev. Messrs. Macaulay, McIlraith, and Anderson took part in the service. He was interred in the cemetery at Middleville.
We regret to hear of the death of Mr. W. J. McDonald of Ottawa, eldest son of Mr. Duncan McDonald of this town on Tuesday last from la grippe and pneumonia after a very short illness. The deceased was born in Perth 55 years ago and was a land surveyor by profession. He followed his profession for many years at Arnprior and afterwards removed to Ottawa having been appointed slide-master by the Dominion government and then Crown Timber Agent for the district by the Ontario government. Mr. and Mrs. McDonald, his parents, left here on Wednesday to attend the funeral. The deceased leaves a wife and two children.
Kerr—Died, at Bathurst on Tuesday, 12th Jan., Sarah Kerr, wife of Mr. John Kerr, aged 60.
Tetlock, --Died, at Drummond on Tuesday, 7th Jan., Sarah Thurman(?) Tetlock, wife of Mr. George Tetlock, aged 67.
McLean—Died, at North Elmsley on Tuesday morning, 12th Jan., Minnie Moodie McLean, wife of Mr. Adam McLean, aged 29.
Cram—Died, at Carleton Place on the 9th Jan., Abner (?) Cram, youngest son of Mr. William Cram, aged 15 years and 2 months.
LaVallee—Died, at Carleton Place on the 8th Jan., Sarah Coates LaVallee, relict of the late Mr. Napoleon LaVallee, aged 82.
Wilson—Died, at Carleton Place on the 8th Jan., Janet McLaren Wilson, relict of the late Dr. Wilson, aged 78.
Stewart—Died, at Beckwith, on the 11th Jan., Grace Stewart, relict of the late John Stewart, aged 95(?) years and 12 days.
Powell—Died, at Madrid, New York, on Sunday, 27th ult., of la grippe, Mr. Frederick C. Powell, brother of Mrs. F. T. Frost of Smith’s Falls, in the 52nd year of his age.
Page—Died, at Madrid, New York, at the residence of Mr. C. Powell, Esq., on Tuesday, 12th inst., of pneumonia, Zenia C. Powell Page, widow of the late Orville Page, Esq., of Chicago, Illinois and aunt of Mrs. F. T. Frost of Smith’s Falls, in the 78th year of his age.
Shellington—Died, at her son’s residence in Bathurst on the 7th Jan., Catharine Leonard Shellington, wife of the late Mr. Thomas Shellington, aged 71.
Maberly—Joseph Monroe, 53, died on Saturday, 18th December and was buried in White’s Church, Bathurst on the 18th inst. A large number of friends and acquaintances were present to pay their last respects to the departed. The family has the sympathy and prayers of all the Christians here. A short and appropriate service was conducted at the home by the pastor Mr. Pierce after which some 53 teams started for the place of interment.
Harper: Mrs. John Kerr, an old and respected resident of this township passed away to join the silent majority on Tuesday, 12th Jan., aged 60 years. The funeral took place on Thursday and was largely attended. The services were conducted by Rev. W. G. Henderson of the Methodist Church, Perth, of which church the deceased was a member. She leaves a husband and 7 children, 5 sons and 2 daughters to mourn her loss.
We regret to say that Thomas Manion of North Elmsley died of La Grippe on Monday last after a short illness. The remains were buried in the Roman Catholic cemetery on Wednesday. Mr. Manion was well known as a farmer in his township and something over 50 years of age.
It is with deep regret that we announce this week the death of Mrs. T.R. White which took place on Tuesday last at the early age of 33 (?) years and 11 months. Mrs. White was a daughter of the late Neil McLaren of Bathurst and had been a resident of Almonte for about 16 years during which time by her cheerful disposition and kindly heart she made many warm friends who are deeply grieved by her untimely death. Mrs. White had not been in good health for the past few years and was seriously ill with lung trouble on several occasions. About two weeks ago she was attacked by “la grippe” and though at first no fatal results were expected it gradually led to a breakup of her system. She leaves behind besides her husband three children two girls and a boy. The youngest is only five years old.
Orr—Died, at Perth on Tuesday afternoon, 26th Jan., Margaret Isabella Orr, daughter of the late Mr. John Orr of Port Elmsley, aged 24.
Burns—Died, at Perth on Friday, 22nd Jan., John Edward Burns. Jr., aged 5 weeks and 4 days.
Hyslop—Died at S. Elmsley on Sunday, 17th inst., Agnes Hyslop, relict of the late Mr. Walter Hyslop, Sr., in the 92nd year of her age.
Stewart—Died, at Carleton Place on the 25th (?) Jan., Mr. Joseph Stewart, aged 53.
McEwen—Died, at Carleton Place on the 22nd Jan., Finlay McEwen, M.D., aged 50 years and 9 months.
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We regret to learn of the death of Dr. Findlay McEwen of Carleton Place on Friday last from pneumonia and heart complications. The deceased doctor was skillful, genial and popular and his death is universally lamented. He was about 50 years of age and was married in 1883 to Ellen, daughter of the late John Gillies. The Carleton Place papers had a lengthy obituary.
Bygrove—Died, at S. Sherbrooke on Wed., 20th Jan., Mrs. Elizabeth Bygrove, wife of Mr. John Bygrove.
From United Canada published at Ottawa we learn of the death of Mrs. George Rainboth, Sr., of Aylmer Road, Ottawa County on Saturday, 16th Jan., at the age of 61. The deceased was a sister of the late Edward Dougherty of Perth and mother of Mrs. James Tovey of the 3rd Line Bathurst, town limits.
Chambers—Died, at Smith’s Falls on Wednesday, 29th Jan., Mr. James H. Chambers.
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A scion of one of the oldest and wealthiest families in town passed away last night at 10:00 when James H. Chambers breathed his last. Never of a very rugged constitution he had been suffering from lung trouble for some years and in that time had traveled widely in quest of health. This was denied him however and for the past few weeks he had been gradually wasting away under that dread disease consumption. The father of the deceased Capt. J. McGill Chambers is lying very near death’s door and it is expected he cannot long survive his dead son. Smith’s Falls Records.
Powell—Died, at Madrid, New York, on the 20th inst., of old age, Mr. C. Powell, father of Mrs. F. T. Frost, Smith’s Falls, aged 81.
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The Smith’s Falls Record has the following among those who have been summoned away, C. Powell of Madrid New York, father of Mrs. F. T.. Frost of this town. The deceased was a native of Canada, having been born in Huntington, Quebec, where his parents settled on emigrating from England. While he was yet a boy, however, they moved across the border into New York state and to Madrid where he died. Mr. Powell had lived for over half a century there. He was 81 years of age and until a short time ago he was active and interested in the affairs of life but during the past month or two there were signs of failing health but nothing to cause alarm. During the past few days, however, preceding his death, he grew gradually weaker and weaker until on Tuesday the delicate mechanism of life which lately had been weakening slowed up, stopped and he eventually breathed his last after an honorable and useful life. He leaves a wife, son and daughter.
Moorhouse—Died, at Perth, on the 26th Jan., Elizabeth Evaline Adams Moorhouse, wife of Mr. Henry Moorhouse, aged 64.
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After a long illness, Mrs. Henry Moorhouse died on Tuesday afternoon this week aged 64 years. The deceased was a sister of Joshua Adams, barrister, Sarnia. She was born in the township of Bathurst. She was a member of the Methodist Church and was related to the pioneer families of Methodism in Ontario. The funeral took place from her husband’s residence on Thursday afternoon to Elmwood Cemetery.
Manion—Died, at North Elmsley on the 19th Jan., Mr. Thomas Manion, aged 53(?).
Adams—Died, on Friday morning, 29th Jan., Mr. John Adams, Perth, aged 89.
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On Friday morning last our venerable townsman John W. Adams, on getting up in the morning to kindle the fire, was seized with a paralytic stroke and died shortly after. He had been in his usual good health apparently but something like shortness of breath had troubled him for some time though he could still walk long distances and was considered even at his age an active man. He just finished his 89th year on Saturday before his death. The late Mr. Adams was one of our ablest inhabitants. He was born in the County of Tyrone, Ireland in the year 1803 and when a few years old went with his father to New Jersey where the latter became interested in a cotton factory. The venture became disastrous and the father removed to Perth in the year 1816—the date of its settlement—and drew land on the Scotch Line where he farmed until his death. His son John worked on the farm also but was a good mechanic as well as a farmer being handy in making anything out of wood or iron. When (unreadable word) began to give way to (unreadable word—cradle??) cutting grain fifty years ago, Mr. Adams turned his hand to making cradles(?) and supplied many a local farmer with these new implements. The strides from the reaping hooks of Biblical days to the self binding harvester of 1892 tells of the time spanned by Mr. Adam’s years and the wonderful improvements in mechanical contrivances in his lifetime. Mr. Adams was a noted teacher of vocal music and most of the classes in old times were instructed by he and his brother William now dead many years. Mr. Adams was a member of Knox Presbyterian Church and a faithful attendant at its ministry. He was married three times without children. His last wife survives her aged partner and has the sympathy of all their friends. The funeral took place on Monday last to the old burying ground and was attended largely by the town and country. Rev. James Ross, B.D., Knox Church, preached a funeral service last Sabbath morning in memory of the deceased from the words “Well don thou good and faithful servant, thous has been faithful over a few things”.
White—Died, at Chicago on the 21st Jan., Mr. George Edwards White, 67 years, formerly of Portage du Fort, and brother of Mrs. M. O’Meara and Messrs. R. & T. White of Pembroke.
Robb—Died, at Almonte on the 23rd Jan., Jennie L. Robb, wife of A. Fumerton, 34 years.
Campbell—Died, on the 26th Jan., Miss Agnes Campbell, 10th Line Drummond, aged 66.
Campbell, Died, on the 31st Jan., Miss Susan Campbell, 10th Line Drummond, aged 54(?)
Sutherland—Died, at Glen Tay on Monday, 1st Feb., Isabella Dodds Sutherland, relict of the late Robert Sutherland, in the 73rd year of her life.
McCaffary—Died, at Drummond on the 9th Feb., Alphonsus McCaffary, infant son of Mr. Michael McCaffary, aged 4 weeks and 4 days.
Duffield—Died, at Winnipeg on the 3rd Jan., Henry Duffield, infant son of Harry and Annie Duffield, aged 10 months and 12 days. “Of Such is the Kingdom of Heaven”.
Nevins—Died, on Sunday, 31st Jan., Mr. William Nevins, Perth, aged 50.
Foley—Died, on Wed., 3rd Feb., Susanna Foley, wife of Mr. Patrick Foley, Perth, 60 years.
Griffiths—Died, at Sudbury on Sunday, 7th Feb., Mary Ann Carle(?) Griffiths, wife of Mr. Edward Griffiths, aged 70.
Gillies—Died, at Carleton Place on Monday, 15th Feb.. William Frederick Gillies, B.A., second son of James Gillies, aged 21 years and 13 days.
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We deeply regret to learn of the death of William Frederick Gillies, B.A., second son of Mr. James Gillies, Carleton Place, aged 21.
On Thursday, 28th Jan., after an illness of two weeks from gangrene of the left foot, Richard Tennant died at the residence of his brother John Tennant of Lanark Township. The deceased was a son of the late John Tennant of Lanark. During the fall he became troubled with a pain in his foot but nothing serious was thought of it until about two weeks before he died when Dr. Brown being called in he had grave fears concerning it. Dr. Preston of Carleton Place was then sent for and the two doctors held a consultation and decided on amputation but when they came to examine him before proceeding they found his heart so heavily affected that they feared the effects of chloroform. As he was very weak it was decided not to amputate. The deceased suffered great pain the first week which he bore with Christian fortitude but after that the pain left him and he seemed to be quietly sleeping until Thursday evening when his spirit took its flight to its God. The deceased was 56. Gazette
Drummond—Died, at Ramsay on the 11th Feb., Peter Drummond, aged 67.
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We sincerely regret to announce this week the death of another of those who settled in Ramsay in the ‘20’s in the person of Peter Drummond, the well known farmer. Less than four weeks ago Mr. Drummond suffered from an attack of la grippe but with his strong constitution it was thought he would soon recover. However, the trouble soon developed into inflammation of the lungs and notwithstanding that all that medical science and loving attention could do for him was done he gradually grew worse until Thursday morning, 11th Feb., when the thread of life was broken and the sturdy yeoman passed to the great futurity that awaits mankind. The deceased possessed a genial nature and a warm heart beneath a blunt exterior and news of his death will be received with sorrow by a large circle of friends. He took a deep interest in municipal affairs and sat as a councilor for a time. He was an ardent Liberal in politics. The late Mr. Drummond came to Canada with his parents from Perthshire, Scotland in 1826 and shortly afterwards settled in Ramsay on the farm adjacent to the present homestead. He lived on this farm the balance of his life. Mrs. Drummond and six children survive. The children are William Drummond of Metropolitan, Michigan, Samuel Drummond of town, Peter Drummond (the doctor) of Grant, Michigan, Daniel, Mary and Agnes at home. Almonte Gazette
Ball—Died, at Carleton Place on the 15th Feb., Mary Ann Ball, aged 81. (note, could have been Bell, but looked more like Ball.)
Munro—Died, on Tuesday, 16th Feb., Peter Munro, Scotch Line, Bathurst, aged 76.
Poole—Died, at Carleton Place on the 14th Feb., Mary Poole, wife of Mr. A. J. Poole, and daughter of the late James Poole, aged 31.
Newell—Died, on Sunday, 7th Feb., at the residence of Mr. John Newell, Bathurst, Mrs. John Newell, aged 42.
A few more years shall roll
A few more seasons come
And we shall be with those who rest
Asleep within the tomb
Desprow—Died at her home in Cavalier County, North Dakota, on the 4th Feb., Sarah E. Flagherty Desprow, beloved wife of A.O. Desprow, daughter of the late Patrick Flagherty, of Ottay Lake. She leaves a husband and two little girls one three years and the other one year and three months.
Tomlinson—Died, at Smith’s Falls on Tuesday, 9th Feb., William H. Tomlinson, aged 34 years and 6 months.
Chambers—Died, at Smith’s Falls on the 4th inst., Jas. McGill Chambers, aged 80 years and four months.
Paquette—Died, at Smith’s Falls on the 8th inst., Oliver Paquette, aged 72.
McQuade—Died, in the township of Ross, Renfrew County, on the 30th Jan., Edward McQuade, aged 73.
McMullen—Died, at Brockville on the 4th Feb., Sarah McMullen Pennock, wife of Mr. W. H. Pennock, in the 52nd year of her age.
Gallagher—Died, on the 28th Jan., Miss Mary Ann Gallagher, North Elmsley, aged 78.
On Friday last the remains of Richard Williams were brought from Kingston and interred in the old Church of England burying ground in Perth. The deceased had been confined in Rockwood Asylum in Kingston for a few years back having gone insane through softening of the brain while in Brockville where he was proprietor of the Central Hotel on Main Street for many years. He was born in Perth and after following his trade of copper(?) until about twenty years ago began saloon keeping in the old wooden building opposite the Allan House the site of which is now occupied by George Butler’s brick block. He married when here a daughter of Joseph Samcour (Samiour?) who with a daughter and son now are residents of Brickville and survive him. He was 49.
McManus—Died, on Friday, 19th Feb., Mary Ann Kehoe McManus, wife of Mr. M. J. McManus, 1st Line Drummond, aged 43.
Morrison—Died, at Lower Wingham, County Huron on the 10th Feb., Maggie Maud Morrison, eldest daughter of Mr. J. F. Morrison, formerly of McDonald’s Corners, aged 25 years, 2 months and 10 days.
That lump of clay men call the body
May moulder in the silent grave
But the soul has gone to be with Jesus
He who gave His life to save.
Thom—Died, at Smith’s Falls on the 8th March, William James Thom, son of Mr. William Thom of Pakenham and twin brother of Mr. George N. Thom of Carleton Place, aged 25.
Code—Died, at Perth on Monday, 7th March, Maria Butler Code, wife of Mr. John Code, County Treasurer, aged 32.
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We regret to record the death of Mrs. Code of this town, wife of John Code, Treasurer, on Monday last, 7th inst. The deceased although not in good health up to a day or two before her death was taken with convulsions on Saturday last and though Dr. Hanna of Perth and Dr. Prescott of Carleton Place were called in medical aid was of no avail and the sufferer passed away on Monday. The deceased was the daughter of William Butler, Mayor of Perth and was married to John Code then of Innisville six years ago. She was a quiet, affectionate natured woman, and she will be deeply missed by her friends. She leaves behind her a family of young children who with her husband have the sympathy of all their acquaintances.
Brymner—Died, at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. William Porter, Wilson Street, Perth, in the 12th March, Margaret McGibbon Brymner, relict of the late John Watt, aged 88(?). (note, not sure of the surname situation here)
McGowan—Died, on Tuesday evening, 15th March, Philip McGowan, Scotch Line, Bathurst, aged 88.
McPherson—Died, at Portage du Fort, on the 1st inst., Annie McVean McPherson, wife of Malcolm McPherson, formerly of Pembroke, in her 57th year.
McCormack—Died, at Ottawa on Saturday, 12th March, Miss Christie McCormack, aged 30.
Stafford—Died, at his residence in Almonte on Wednesday, 9th March, Henry Stafford, aged 60 years.
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From the Almonte Gazette we learn that Henry Stafford, late license inspector for South Lanark, died at his residence in Almonte on the 9th inst. He was a brother of John Stafford of this town. The Gazette says: “Mr. Stafford took ill on Friday last with what has been called inflammation of the nerve in his shoulder and suffered acute pain. He was progressing favorable toward recovery till Tuesday when he took a severe chill and from that time he grew worse by day till Wednesday evening when the end came.”
Philip—Died, on Saturday, 12th March, Henry Philip, aged 63.
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After a lengthy illness Henry Philip, cabinet maker, departed this life Saturday last at the age of 63 years. The deceased was born in Kirkcaldy, Fifeshire, Scotland and came to Canada 30 years ago. For many years he kept a cabinet shop next to Barrie’s Hotel but latterly had been working in the Messrs. Kippen’s sash and planning factory. The deceased was a staunch Liberal and a Presbyterian. He leaves a wife and family nearly all grown up.
Lanark Links: We are sorry to record the death of Charles Woods, who died at home near this village on Sunday last of cancer of the stomach from which he suffered for a time past. The deceased lived in this part of the country all his life and although of a retiring disposition he was one who gained the respect of all who knew him by his kind and sympathetic manner. He leaves a wife and family to mourn his loss. His remains were conveyed to their last resting place in the English Cemetery on Tuesday. The funeral was largely attended.
Consitt—Died, on Tuesday, 20th March, the infant son of Mr. G. A. Consitt of Perth.
A dispatch dated 17th March from Whitewood, N.W.T. to the Friday Free Press gives the following particulars of the death and funeral of our former townsman R.J. Hart: “Richmond: James Hart, brother of Professor Hart of Manitoba College died suddenly at Round Lake Mission north of Whitewood on Monday last. Mr. Hart was on a visit to Rev. Hugh McKay at the mission and appeared in his usual health. In the afternoon he had an apoplectic seizure from which he rallied but in a short time he had a second attack which proved fatal. The funeral took place at Whitewood Cemetery with every denomination of respect. The body was brought from Round Lake and services performed at the manse by Rev. Hugh McKay the church being filled with sympathetic friends including members of the local court of Foresters (Independent Order) of which the deceased was a member. Mr. McKay referred in impressive terms to the suddenness of the event observing that there was much in the deceased’s character that was noble, generous and affectionate. At noon he was a strong man at sunset he was dead. The service at the grave was conducted with the Forester’s ritual the Rev. Solomon Musselman of the court officiated. The ceremony was very touching. The brethren joined hands in the circle of concord around the grave and sang with impressive effect the well known hymn ‘Nearer My God To Thee’ and sprigs of evergreen, symbolic of immortality were thrown upon the casket. There were six pallbearers: Brothers D. Campbell (member of the legislative assembly), Hendrickson, Service, Cummings, Chris James and Norman McLeod, high court deputy. Also present A. Miller, physician, A.A. Mordz(?), M.D., Chief Ranger Breckon. John Hawkes and Woodward Beatty were also among those present. The mourners included Professor Hart and Mr. A. McDonald, chief factor of the Swan River District Hudson Bay Company. We regret to say that Mrs. Hart was too ill to be present. The deceased gentleman was born in Perth and was 48. He has been for the past 12 years in the employ of the Hudson Bay Company’s stores at Prince Albert, Onion Lake, and Crooked Lakes Reserve, Broadview, respectively. Last fall the company opened out a store in the town of Whitewood under his management. He was a most courteous and amiable man. The widow for whom much sympathy is expressed, is a niece of Lt. Governor Schultz. There are three sons the eldest eight years of age. The deceased had been a Forester about a month and was insured in the Order for the full amount. Professor Hart returned to Winnipeg on Friday. The necessary certificate for payment of the deceased’s policy have been processed.”
The Carleton Place Herald of 29th March says: “On Thursday last Miss Margaret Struthers, daughter of the late Robert Struthers of Ramsay and sister of Patrick Struthers, Esq., postmaster, Mrs. Duncan Miller of town and William Struthers of Appleton, passed away after suffering from a severe illness for some time past. The deceased has lived with her brother for a number of years and was well known in town. She was 54 years of age. Hers is the first death in the family of 12 children in 42 years.”
Hopetown: Stewart Craig, Esq., who has been ill for some time, peacefully departed this life on Friday, the 18th and was laid in his last resting place in Hopetown Cemetery on Sabbath. Rev. Mr. McAulay of Middleville conducted the service. He took his text from Hebrews XI:13, these all died in faith. He leaves a widow and 8 children to mourn his loss. Of his six sons and two daughters all were present but one son who lives in Manitoba.
Bower—Died, at Perth on Sunday, 3rd April, Mr. Charles Bower, aged 31.
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The people of the town were shocked on Sunday forenoon to learn that C.A. Bower, druggist, had been found dead in his bed. He had been slightly ailing during that week and on that account had retired somewhat early to his bed. Not coming down to breakfast as usual when called, his mother went to his room to find the cause and she was horror stricken to find him cold and with that sleep on him from which there is no waking. He was laying with his eyes shut with no evidence to show that the end was other than peaceful and painless. The circumstances pointed to apoplexy as the cause for he had grown quite stout of late and there was no evidence of the heart having been attacked by a mortal disease. The regret at his death was universal. Genial and good hearted he had many friends and his social nature made his companionship desirable and agreeable in a private way, in the church, and in the different societies of which he was a member. He was born in the village of Newburgh, County Addington in the year 1861 and for a time lived in Napanee but came with his parents to Perth about 18 years ago. He was associated with his late father in the drug business for three or four years before death dissolved the firm when the deceased assumed sole charge managing the business with shrewdness and ability. It is sad to think that he, young and strong, has been taken away as well as his father. He was a member of both the United Workmen and the Oddfellows and these bodies attended the funeral on Tuesday as a group. The Workmen took charge of the funeral and the service and internment were conducted through their striking and impressive ritual and Rev. W. G. Henderson, Methodist minister, a member of this order, taking the leading part. The funeral procession was a very long one, the high numbers of those attending showing the esteem in which he was held by his fellow townsmen. The bereaved mother, brothers and sisters have the sympathy of all.
Hutton—Died, at Merrickville on Sunday, 27th inst., Mr. Brouse(?) Hutton, aged 33(?) 35(?).
Burton—Died, at Manchester, Vermont, on Wednesday, 30th inst., Judge E. B. Burton, aged 76, father of Mrs. W. H. Frost of Smith’s Falls.
Duffield—Died, at Winnipeg on Sunday, 3rd April, Annie Jane Duffield, wife of Mr. Henry Duffield and daughter of Mr. George Corry, Perth, aged 39.
Mrs. John McDonald of Fallbrook died on the 31st March at the age of 91 years. She was a native of Scotland and is said to have brought the first cow into the township of Dalhousie. She was one of the original settlers of that township.
Croskery—Died, at North Bay, Ontario on the 6th April, Mr. R. G. Croskery, aged 29.
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The remains of Robert G. Croskery of North Bay arrived here on Saturday and were interred in Elmwood Cemetery with Masonic honors by the brethren here. His father-in-law, James Dick and a number of members of the Masonic fraternity of North Bay made up of Messrs. W. C.. Caverhill, W. H.. Burgess, William Wilkinson, D. Thompson, Joseph Warren and John G. Cormack once of this town, accompanied the remains here and stayed over till Monday. Mr. Corskery some two or three years ago strained himself by lifting and had never been well since, his trouble showing itself in weakness of the lungs. He spent some time this spring in an Ottawa hospital when hemorrhage of the lungs set in and on coming out had found partial relief. However, last week he undertook to split some wood at his house but this work proved to be too strenuous and the bleeding returned and he went into the house never to leave it again. He was a good citizen and had a fine character and occupied a good position has over seer of the railway section about North Bay. He was the son of Thomas Croskery of Perth.
The Carleton Place Herald announces the death of Robert Teskey of Appleton at the age of 89(?) 80(?). He was a native of Ireland and was one of six sons of whom Joseph, Albert, Luke, John and Thomas were others. He and Joseph were founders of Appleton
And built a grist and roller mill besides the fine water power there. He was an active Methodist being a member of that church over 60 years. His wife was Janet Cuthbert who died only a few months ago. His sons are Messrs. J. A. Teskey of Appleton; Rufus Teskey of Toronto; Robert A. Teskey of Calgary and the daughters are Mrs. Joseph Deacon and Mrs. Dr. Giles of Brockville; and Mrs. William Bredin of Winnipeg.
Middleville: Mrs. James Affleck died on the 15th April. The funeral service was held in the Baptist Church and was conducted by Rev. P. H. Anderson. The remains were interred in the cemetery in Middleville. Mr. and Mrs. Alex Stewart and Mr. Alex Affleck of Renfrew were present at the funeral also a number of sorrowing friends and relatives to show their last respect to one who was esteemed by all who knew her.
Sutherland—Died, at Buffalo, New York on Friday, 22nd April, Mr. Alexander Sutherland, son of Mr. Jas. Sutherland, aged 32.
Kerr—Died, at St. Louis, Missouri on the 5th April, Mrs. John Kerr, formerly of Perth. (no age given.)
McKay—Died, at Buffalo, New York on the 4th April, Mrs. Thomas McKay, formerly of Darling, aged 84.
Nobbs—Died, at Dungannon, Ontario on the 15th April, Mrs. James Nobbs (nee Miss Janet E. Tariff), Lanark, aged 21.
The Cobourg Star last week noted the death of J. F. Milligan of Smith’s Falls a short time ago. He was born in London, England of Scottish parents in 1832 and came to Canada in 1844, his parents settling in Grafton. He was an active member of the Presbyterian Church and an enthusiastic and hard working Liberal.
The Carleton Place Herald of the 10th May says: “Yesterday after midnight Mrs. Jas. F. Long of the 11th Line Beckwith passed away after a very short illness. The deceased was only 29 years and the circumstances attending her demise are very sad indeed. On Thursday she was confined and gave birth to a fine healthy baby boy and for several hours afterwards appeared to be progressing very favorably. Towards evening she complained somewhat of a pain in her chest but was relieved and nothing serious was anticipated. Before midnight, however, she took a convulsion and although the best skill was obtained and everything possible was done the life spark grew gradually fainter and 24 hours later went finally out. Mrs. Long’s maiden name was Agnes E. Baird of Appleton and sister of our townsman W. Baird.
Middleville: Mrs. G. McAllister died on Friday, 6th May. The funeral service was held in the Presbyterian Church on the Sabbath following. She was interred in the cemetery in Middleville.
Donnelly—Died, on Tuesday, 17th May, Eveline Laura Donnelly, youngest daughter of Mr. Cornelius Donnelly of Perth, aged 8 months and 13 days.
Willows—Died, at Boyd’s Settlement on the 13th May, Mr. John Willows Esq., aged 79.
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Another of our old settlers has gone to the land beyond the river in the person of John Willows of Boyd’s. In his prime, Mr. Willows was a man of might in the local counsels of his neighbors and was prosperous and he served his generation with fidelity and in departing leaves footsteps on the sands that might well be imitated. For 50 years he was a Methodist without reproach. His wife and nine children still live. The sons are Thomas, Jackson, Alfred, Colin, Wesley and Andrew, the latter in California. The daughters are Mrs. Briscoe(?), Mrs. Sturgeon, and Mrs. Hammond.
Tweedy—Died, at Carleton Place on the 13th May, Elizabeth Bailey Tweedy, relict of the late Mr. John Tweedy, Esq., aged 90.
Foy—Died, at Ferguson’s Falls on the 15th May, Marcilina McCaffrey Foy, beloved wife of Mr. John Foy, aged 23(?) 25(?).
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Preston Vale: Mrs. John Foy, who has been ill for the past year and a half passed away on Saturday morning at her father’s Edward McCaffery. The funeral took place on the 16th and was largely attended by friends and neighbors. Her remains were laid to rest in the Ferguson’s Falls Cemetery. She leaves a husband and 8 children to mourn her loss.
Greenley—Died, at Drummond on Monday evening 19th May, Elizabeth Echlin Greenley, relict of the late Mr. Robert Greenley of Bathurst, aged 79.
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On Sunday last Mrs. Robert Greenley died at the residence of her daughter Mrs. William Morris, Drummond, near Armstrong’s Corners at eh age of 79 years. Her maiden name was Elizabeth Echlin and she was born in County Carlow, Ireland. She came with her parents to the Perth settlement when very young and in her youth shared in the hardships of the pioneers. She was buried in the family plot in the old English Church burying ground in Perth on Wednesday.
Charlton—Died, at Perth on Friday, 13th May, William Howard Charlton, only child of Mr. A. L. Charlton, aged 7 months and 19 days.
Tetlock—Died, at Yorktown, N.W.T. on Friday, 6th May, Henry Tetlock, Esq., aged 72. Deceased was a brother of Mrs. John James and Mrs. Richard Couch, Sr., 2nd Line Drummond.
Davis—Died, at Drummond on Friday, 13th May, Annie Baxter Davis, wife of Mr. James Davis, aged 58.
A loving mother from us has gone
A voice we loved is stilled
A place is vacant in hour home
That never can be filled.
Kane—Died, on Wednesday, 25th May, Mr. Stephen Kane, aged 87.
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Steven Kane, an old resident of the town died on Wednesday morning at the age of 87. He was born in County Clare, Ireland and came to Perth about 50 years ago. His funeral took place to the Roman Catholic Cemetery.
On Friday the oldest resident of Carleton Place in the person of Mrs. John Tweedy passed away to her reward. Mrs. Tweedy had lived to the ripe old age of 90 years and had lived here over 70 years coming to this country previous to 1820. Mrs. Tweedy was the daughter of the late Mr. Bailey who was settled on the river side when all was a dense forest. Mr. Tweedy died many years ago and the sons and daughters are scattered over the country. The funeral took place on Monday afternoon to the 9th Line Ramsay Cemetery and was largely attended. Carleton Place Herald
Mrs. John Dodds, Ramsay, died recently at the age of 83 leaving over 300 relatives. In 1821 she came to Canada and while ascending the St. Lawrence her father went into the river to bathe and unfortunately was drowned. The deceased was the first to discover the sad event by finding his clothes on the bank of the river. The news of his death was a blow to the mother who for days sat motionless and at the end of six weeks sank herself into the grave. The late Mrs. Dodds suffered much before her death.
Fraser—Died, at his residence on Craig Street, Perth, on Monday evening, 30th May, Mr. John Fraser of Perth, aged 54.
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After a long illness from consumption our townsman John P. Fraser died at his residence on Craig Street on Monday night last at the age of 54 years. The deceased was the third son of William Fraser, Esq., County Treasurer and had been in uncertain health for some years. He leaves four children behind. His funeral took place on Wednesday afternoon last and was largely attended. His brothers Donald Fraser of Kingston and Hector Fraser of Pembroke both bankers were present.
Wilson—Died, on Monday morning, 30th May, John Wilson, second son of Mr. Samuel Wilson, Scotch Line, aged 34.
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We regret to record the death of John Wilson, second son of Mr. Samuel Wilson, Scotch Line, which occurred from consumption on Monday evening last at the early age of 24. His brother Samuel died only about two years ago.
Devlin—Died, at Perth on the evening of the 16th June, Mr. William Alexander Devlin, aged 22.
Donaldson—Died, at Bathurst on Saturday, 11th June, Christopher Donaldson, aged 73.
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Lanark Links: The funeral of the late Christopher Donaldson, an old and well known farmer who had spent the greater part of his life in the township, took place on Sunday last from his late residence in Bathurst to the Lanark Cemetery.
Burton—Died, at Avonmore, on Wed., 1st June, Mrs. Maria Burton, aged 84, sister of Mr. Alexander Woods, Smith’s Falls.
Griffith—Died, at Carleton Place on the (date illegible) June(?), Annie Griffith, wife of Mr. E. J. Griffith, in her 30th year.
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On Tuesday morning Annie McCabe, wife of Mr. E. J. Griffith of Carleton Place, died after a short illness leaving five children behind. Her father was Michael McCabe and her brother left Perth the same day for Carleton Place on learning of her death. The funeral took place on Wednesday to Perth.
The Pembroke Observer announces the death of Richard Fraser, Sr. of Pembroke township on the 2nd June at the age of 67 years. He was born in the township of Goulbourn, Carleton County but had resided in Pembroke since 1830. In religion he was a Presbyterian and in politics a Conservative.
McGowan—Died, at Perth on Thursday night, 16th June, Mr. William McGowan, aged 63.
Bothwell—Died, at Lanark on Thursday afternoon, 16th June, Margaret Barber Bothwell, wife of Mr. John H. Bothwell, aged 38.
Posted: 14 May, 2004