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The Collegiate Scrapbook

Compiled by Evelyn (Bole) Storey, of Pakenham.

Received from George Stewart of Almonte - [email protected]


0'NEILL - LALONDE  (Jan 21, 1946)

At Sacred Heart Church, Bourget, on Monday with Rev. Father A. Lapointe officiating, Marcelle Lalonde, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Lalonde, became the bride of William E. (Bill) O'Neill, son of Mr. and Mrs. James E. O'Neill, of Kemptville, and nephew of Mr. and Mrs. D. J. Smith of Pakenham. Mrs. A. Tasse played the wedding music and D. Goulet sang during the mass. The bride given away by her father wore a long white sheer gown with high neckline, long full sleeves and fitted bodice, and a halo of tulle and finger tip veil. She carried a bouquet of orchids, American Beauty roses and White mums. The bride was unattended. A. Lalonde and J. E. O'Neill acted as witnesses. After the wedding ceremony about 80 guests were entertained at luncheon at the bride's home, where a reception was held. The young couple left on the afternoon train for Montreal and points east. For going away the bride wore a casewood Wool suit with brown accessories and a muskrat coat. On their return they will reside in Ottawa.  Miss Margaret Roney of Ottawa caught the bride's bouquet. Out-of-town guests included Mr. and Mrs. D. T Smith, Pakenham.

AUTHERS - BARR (1946)

A marriage of interest to a large circle of friends was sol­emnized at St. Mark's Anglican church, Pakenham, on Tuesday, February 19th at 2.30 p.m., of Mary Elizabeth Barr, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Barr to Harold C. Authers, son of Jesse Authers of Newport, Monmouthshire, South Wales, and the late Mrs. Authers. Canon G. Carryer officiated. The bride chose a wild rose featherweight flannel costume, with top coat of beige, and brown accessories. Mr. Dickson McClure and Mrs. McClure, nee Ada Barr, sister of the bride, of Kinburn, were attendants. The happy couple left on a trip to Kingston Toronto and other points. On their return they will farm near Pakenham. Born on Monday, February 18th at Penhold, Alta., to Mr. and Mrs. Telfor Peddy, nee Dodge, a daughter.

PERSONALS By Verna Humphries

Our sympathy is extended to the Whyte family in the sudden death of Mr. Ian Whyte on Tuesday, February 8th. Funeral services were held on Friday last from Boyce Funeral Home to Pakenham Union Cemetery.

Sympathy is extended to Mrs. Pearman and family in the death of her husband, Richard (Dick) (Pearman), on Thursday, February 10th.

Funeral services were held at Boyce Funeral Home with inter­ment in St. Mark's Anglican Cemetery, Pakenham.

We are pleased to report Mrs. Earl Sadler is improving and has been moved from the Ottawa Civic Hospital to Carleton Place Hospital. Our best wishes are extended to her.

McLAREN - FRASER (1946)

A quiet but interesting wedding took place on Saturday, March 16th, in Grace‑St. Andrew's church, Arnprior, when Miss Mary Audrey (Fraser), daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Fraser, Pakenham was united in marriage to Kenneth Arthur (McLaren), son of Mr. and Mrs. Alex McLaren, Arnprior. Rev. D. H. Woodhouse officiated at the ceremony. Flowers adorned the pulpit. The bride was given in marriage by her father and was attended by her sister Miss Grace Fraser. Mr. Jack McLaren, brother of the groom was best man. The bride wore a floor length rayon crepe, gown of white fashioned with a moulded bodice, a full skirt effectively shirred at the waist line and long full sleeves. The bridal veil fell to the floor  from a tiny flowered halo. She wore a bouquet of Sweetheart roses. The bridesmaid was dressed in powder blue with matching accessories and wore roses. Following the marriage dinner was served to the immed­iate relatives at the home of the brides parents. The young couple will reside in Arnprior.

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FLEMMING - SWETTENHAM (April 27, 1946)

Miss Evelyn Annie Swettenham, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Sydney Swettenham, was married to Mr. James Murray Flem­ing, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Fleming of Antrim, Ont., in a ceremony which took place on Saturday afternoon at three o'clock at All Saints Anglican Church, Westboro, with Rev. R. H. Steacy officiating. The wedding music was played by Mr. W. R. England, and Miss Ardeth Allen was soloist. The church was adorned with pink and white snapdragons. Mr. Sydney Swettenham gave his daughter in marriage and she was attended by Miss Catherine Dickson, of Halifax and Ottawa. Mr. John Serson was best man and the ushers were Mr. Frank Meade of City View, Ont., and Mr. Edward Swettenham, brother of the bride. The bride wore a floor length gown of imported French white velvet cut on Princess lines, the graceful skirt ending in a long train. Her veil was arranged from a coronet of lilies of the valley, and she carried a Colonial bouquet of forget-me-nots and sweetpeas. Following a reception, the couple left by motor for Niagara Falls, Toronto and North Bay. Mrs. Fleming travelled in a two-piece suit of fuchsia wool and black accessories. Upon their return they will take up residence in Ottawa. Out-of-town guests included Mr. Robert Fleming, of Antrim, Ont.; Mr. and Mrs. Allen Lilie, Mrs. Lyle Argue, of Pakenham; Mr. and Mrs. Harold Arnott, of Belmont, Mr. Edward Argue, of Arnprior, Mr. and Mrs. J. Argue, of Dunvagen, Ont., and Mr. L. Gohier, of Montreal.

Born at the A. & D. Memorial hospital on April 30th to Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Craig of Pakenham, a daughter, Ethne Dianne.

Born at the A. & D. hospital on Tuesday, April 30th, to Mr. and Mrs. Donald Caldwell, nee Margaret Lillie, Pakenham, a daughter.

McCAFFREY - EVANS (1946)

A wedding of local interest was solemnized on Wednesday afternoon, May 1st, at 3 p.m. in St. Mark's Anglican church, when Miss Christabel Evans, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Evans of Pakenham, was united in marriage to Mr. Aylwin James McCaffrey, son of Mr., and Mrs. James McCaffrey of Stittsville. Canon G. Carryer officiated as clergyman. Mrs. Russell Andrews played the wedding music. The bride, given in marriage by her father, wore a long white dress, with satin bodice, net skirt, and floor length veil, and a corsage bouquet of roses. She was attended by her sister, Mrs. Everett Hewitt as matron of honor, who chose a long pink chiffon dress with shoulder veil and colonial bouquet. Miss Marjorie McCaffrey, sister of the groom, and Miss Marion McLennon of Ottawa as bridesmaids, they chose floor length blue chiffon dresses with shoulder veils and colonial bouquets. The groom was attended by. Mr. Kenneth Evans, brother of the bride as best man. Little Lloyd McCaffrey, nephew of the groom, acted as ring bearer, while little Susanna Tanner of Ottawa acted as flower girl. She wore a long white dress, with little yellow flowers and shoulder length veil. Mr. Everett Hewitt of Pakenham and Mr. John Larkin of Ottawa acted as ushers. For travelling the bride wore a tailored blue suit with black plastic accessories. They left on a honeymoon to the United States, after which they will take up residence in Ottawa. Out of town guests included friends from Ottawa, Stittsville and Arnprior. A buffet luncheon was served to about 50 guests at the bride's home immediately after the wedding. In the evening a reception was held in the Agricultural Hall, Pakenham, attended by about 400 people. Waitresses at the luncheon included Misses Pearl Barber, Bessie Douglas, Doreen and Isabel Bradley of Ottawa, Misses Margaret Ziebarth, Cora Cavanagh and Alice Andrews of Pakenham. Mrs. Cecil Granger of Antrim and Mrs. Bert Manary of Ottawa cut the ices.

Born at the Civic hospital on Friday, April 25, to Murray and Evelyn Fleming, nee Swettenham, of Ottawa, a son, James Sydney.

COLE - MOFFITT

The wedding of Miss Marjorie Moffitt, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. T. J. Moffitt, of Kemptville, and Mr. Graham P. Cole, only son of Mrs. J. E. Steen, and the late Mr. C. W. Cole, took place at two o'clock this afternoon at the home of Rev. Gordon Dangerfield, United Church minister at Britannia Heights. Given in marriage by her father, the bride was attended by Miss Pauline Tompkins. Mr. Henry Richards was best man. The bride wore a street-length frock of white crepe, designed in draped effect. She wore a wide white picture hat, and carried a nosegay of American Beauty roses. Following the ceremony, a reception was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Steen. Later Mr. and Mrs. Cole left for Long Beach, and on their return they will reside in Brockville. Going away the bride wore a black Shantung suit, with a white hat and accessories, and a corsage bouquet of gardenias. Out-of-town guests were Miss Blanche Dangerfield, Miss Lorena Beckett, Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Moffitt, Kemptville; Miss Pauline Tompkins, Smiths Falls; Mr. Wallace Campbell, Montreal; Miss Rosalynd Simpson, Mr. Arthur Virtue, Carleton Place.

KENT - ANDREWS (1946)

On Saturday, July 13th, at Chicago Heights, Ill., at 5 p.m., Claire Helen (Andrews), daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Russell S. Andrews, Pakenham, to Thomas Manly (Kent), eldest son of Mrs. T. M. Kent and the late Mr. Kent of Chicago Heights, Ill. Miss Noami and Mr. Joe Kent, brother and sister were witnesses.

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DANN - ELLIS (22 June, 1946)

The marriage of Sgt. Major Dawn Ellis, of Army Public Relations, daughter of Capt., and Mrs. R. A. Ellis, of Ottawa, to AB. George Dann, RCN, of Lac Vert, Sask., son of Mrs. T. Graham, and the late Mr. George Dann, was solemnized at seven o'clock an Saturday afternoon in St. Martin's in the Field Church, Woodroffe. The bride, who was given in marriage by her father, was attended by her two cousins, Miss Mona Turner, and Miss Ruth Pretty. Staff Sgt. Brian O'Regan was best man, and the bride's two brothers, Messrs. William and Robert Ellis were ushers. The bride wore a floor length gown of white satin designed with a sweetheart neckline and a brief train. A heart shaped head-dress held in place her long veil, and she carried a shower bouquet of American Beauty roses. The bridegroom, who was in uniform, has just arrived back from a trip around Cape Horn on HMCS "Uganda". Following a reception at the home of the bride's parents on Carling avenue, the bride and bridegroom left to spend their honeymoon at Bristol Beach. Going away, Mrs. Dann wore a rose colored suit with black accessories.

The Ottawa Journal, Thursday, June 20, 1946.


Sgt. Major Dawn Ellis, Army Public Relations, daughter of Capt. And Mrs. R. A. Ellis, of Woodroffe, and Able Seaman George Dann, RCN, of Lac Vert, Sask., son of Mrs. E. Graham, whose marriage will take place on Saturday, at seven o'clock at St. Martin's-in-the-Fields, Woodroffe.

PIERCE - AMM (1946)

The marriage took place at 6 p.m. Friday, July 5th, in St. George's church, Fitzroy Harbour, of Myrtle Amm, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Amm of Woodlawn to Armistice Garwood Pierce, son of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Pierce of Pakenham. Rev. Robert Strachan officiated. Given in marriage by her father, the bride was attended by Miss Marion Ritchie. Mr. Grenville Pierce was best man for his brother. The bride wore a floor length gown of heavenly blue sheer. The bridesmaid wore a floor length gown of pink sheer. Both wore a coronet in their hair and carried a bouquet of pink roses and maiden hair fern. Following, a reception was held in the Agricultural Hall, Pakenham, where a large crowd gathered to wish them happiness. Many beautiful and useful gifts were received. The groom's gift to the bride was a wrist watch, to the bridesmaid a string of pearls and to the best man a lighter. After the reception the young couple left on a motor trip to South Porcupine and Timmins. For travelling the bride chose an aqua blue suit with white accessories. On their return they will take up residence on the groom's farm on the 2nd line of Fitzroy.

RAY - J0RDAN (26 July, 1943)

St. Peter Celestine's church, Pakenham, was the scene of the wedding Saturday morning at nine o'clock of Miss Mary Evelyne Jordan, only daughter of William Jordan, Pakenham, to Charles Ephriam Ray, Ottawa, son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Ray, Carp. Rev. Father A. J. Gorman officiated and the wedding music was played by Mrs. Arkie Nugent with Miss Mary Nugent, Ottawa, as soloist. The bride, given in marriage by her father, was attended by Miss Nora O'Neill of Arnprior, and Mr. Thomas Lamothe, Ottawa, was groomsman. A floor-length model of blush pink net over satin, designed with a fitted bodice, sweetheart neckline and short puffed sleeves, was worn by the bride. The full skirt was appliqued with satin flowers. Her silk net veil in finger-tip length was arranged from a scalloped coronet, and Better Time roses and baby's breath formed her arm bouquet. Miss O'Neill was in a long frock of ice blue net over satin, styled like the bride's, and her matching veil was held in place by a scalloped headdress. She carried Premier roses and baby's breath. Following the reception at the Standish Hall the couple left for Toronto, Mrs. Ray travelling in a heavenly blue silk jersey dress, a white flower hat, white accessories and a martin fur. They will reside at 287 Somerset Street east, Ottawa. The out-of-town guests were Mrs. George Jordan, Pembroke; Miss Margaret O'Neill, Arnprior; Miss Mary Nugent, Ottawa and Mr. and Mrs. Wallace Leslie, Galetta.

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ATKINSON - WOOD (July 21, 1945)

In the manse of St. Andrew's United church, Pakenham, the marriage was solemnized at high noon Saturday, of Miss Thelma Frances (Wood), eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Alec Wood and Sgt. Charles William Atkinson, R.C.A.F., Pendleton, son of Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Atkinson of Fergus. Rev. H. A. Turner officiated. Given in marriage by her father, the bride was attended by her sister, Miss Lois Wood, as bridesmaid. The best man was Mr. Percy Timmins, brother-in-law of the bride. The bride wore a floor length gown of white frosted sheer over satin, with a sweetheart neckline, and long sleeves, pointed over the hand. Her floor length veil of embroidered tulle was held in place by a matching heart-shaped coronet, and she carried a white bible, with rosebuds affixed to the markers and wore a corsage of sweet peas and baby's breath. Her only adornment was the gold locket worn by her mother on her wedding day. The bridesmaid wore a yellow lace dress with a matching halo of flowers and her corsage was of sweet peas and baby's breath. After a reception at the home of the bride's parents the couple left on a short honeymoon trip. For travelling the bride wore a two piece gold dress with brown accessories and a corsage bouquet of sweet peas. Out-of-town guests included Miss Ina Hodgins and Miss Madeline Wilson, Carp; Mrs. Robertson, Miss Swant, Miss Naismith, co‑nurses of the bride at R.M. Hospital, Almonte, and Dr. MacDowell, Carleton Place.

(1946) Born at the A. & D. Memorial hospital on September 18th, to Mr. and Mrs. (Eileen Campbell) D. J. Scott, White Lake, a son.

COWAN - POOLE (1945)

St. George's Anglican church, Clayton, was the scene of the wedding on Wednesday, June 13th, of Miss Bernice Eleanor Poole, youngest daughter of Mrs. George Poole and the late Mr. George Poole, of Almonte, and Earl Barber Cowan, only son of Mr. and Mrs. John Cowan of Pakenham. Rev. D. F. Weegar performed the ceremony. Given in marriage by her brother-in-law, Wilbert McKay, the bride wore a floor length model of white sheer with fitted bodice, sweetheart neckline and long full sleeves. Her three quarter length veil of tulle illusion was held in place by a halo of orange blossoms. The bride wore a necklace of pearls, the gift of the bridegroom. Briarcliffe roses, maiden-hair-fern and baby's breath composed her arm bouquet. Mrs. Stewart Paterson, sister of the bride, was matron-of-honor. Stewart Paterson, brother-in-law of the bride, was best man. Following the ceremony a wedding supper was served at the home of the bride to the immediate friends. In the evening a reception was held in Pakenham Hall, where the young couple were tendered congratulations and good wishes. Later the bride and bridegroom left on their honeymoon trip to Toronto and Niagara. The bride wore a powder blue suit with white sheer blouse, blue hat and matching veil. On their return they will reside at Pakenham.

AIKENHEAD ‑ At Victoria Hospital Renfrew, on November 8, 1946, to Mr. and Mrs. Donald M. Aikenhead (Ruth Fraser), a daughter.

AIKENHEAD - FRASER (July 28, 1945)

Banks of hollyhocks and snap-dragon formed a background at the home of Mr. and Mrs. L. J. Fraser, Renfrew, for the marriage of their daughter, Ruth Helen (Fraser), to F.O. Donald Matthew Aikenhead, son of Mr. and Mrs. W. D. Aikenhead, also of Renfrew. Rev. H. W. Pointen officiated, and Frances Foster played the wedding music. Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a full skirted gown of white mousseline de sole, over satin. The fitted bodice had panels of lace in the back and ended in a bertha collar in front. The long sleeves had lace insets and fell in points at each wrist. The bride's veil was held in place by a halo of flowers, and she carried white marguerites. Miss Gwen Slinn, of Toronto, was bridesmaid, and Mr. Donald Fraser was best man for his brother-in-law. A buffet lunch was served after which the couple left on a short honeymoon. The bride travelled, in a suit of heavenly blue crepe, with black accessories, and a corsage bouquet of tea roses. 

SCHEEL - LATENDRESSE (1946)

On Tuesday, May 28th, a wedding of much interest took place in Renfrew when Lillian Theresa (Latendresse), daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Latendresse became the bride of Milton Irvin (Scheel), son of Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Scheel of Arnprior. The bride looked lovely in a floor length gown of heavy white satin, bodice being of net, and the skirt had a bustle effect. She wore a finger tip veil and carried a bouquet of American Beauty roses. Her cousin, Miss Lillian Stella Latendresse, was bridesmaid. She wore a gown of blue net over taffeta with finger tip veil to match. She carried a bouquet of Talisman roses. Best man was Michael McIntyre of Arnprior. A dinner was served at the bride's parents to immediate relatives after which the bride and groom left on a motor trip to Algonquin Park and district. Out of town guests included Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Scheel, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Kuehl, Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Langford, Mr. and Mrs. Tony Lapierre, Mrs. Herman Scheel, Mrs. John Woermke, Marlyn, Verda, Adele and Dorian Scheel, all of Arnprior, and George Latendresse of Ottawa.

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COCHRAN - WILSON (July 27, 1946)

In St. Andrew's United Church, Pakenham, at 3.30 o'clock on Saturday afternoon, Miss Margaret Eva Wilson, daughter of Mrs. Allan E. Wilson, and the late Mr. Wilson, was united in marriage to Mr. Russell Cochran, son of Mr. and Mrs. Alex Cochran. Rev. H. A. Turner officiated and summer blooms were used in decoration of the church. Mrs. H. L. Luffman, of Toronto, played the wedding music, and the soloist was Miss Margaret Hillis, of Belleville. Mr. R. K. Scott gave his niece in marriage, and she was attended by Miss Amy Cochran, sister of the bridegroom. Mr. Bert Wilson, the bride's brother was best man and the ushers were Mr. R. A. Scott and Mr. Joe Jamieson. The bride wore a floor-length gown of white net over satin, with fitted bodice and finger-tip veil. She carried an arm bouquet of Bettertime roses. Following a reception at the home of the bride's mother, Mr. and Mrs. Cochran left on a short motor trip. Going away the bride wore a turquoise lace dress, with white accessories. They will take up residence in Almonte. Out-of-town guests were Miss Margaret Hillis, Belleville; Mr. and Mrs. R. H. Gillan, Kemptville; Mr., and Mrs. R. K. Scott, Mrs. George Campbell, Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Loken, Miss Mary Scott, Ottawa: Mr. and Mrs. H. L. Luffman, Mrs. A. T. McKenzie, Toronto.

BURGESS - DUNCAN (1946)

A wedding of local interest was solemnized on Saturday, May 25, at 3 p.m. in St. Mark's Anglican church when Lillian J. Duncan, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harold E. Duncan of Pakenham, was united in marriage to Ross Woodrow Burgess, son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Burgess. Rev. Canon Carryer was the officiating clergyman. The bride, given in marriage by her father, wore a floor length model of white net over satin. Her long veil was held in place by a coronet of white orchids. Her arm bouquet was snapdragon, carnations and maiden hair fern. She was attended by her cousin, Miss Hazel Johnston of Arnprior, who chose a floor length pink gown of French lace over satin, long veil and corsage of carnations, forget-me-not and fern. Mr. Douglas Heise, of Arnprior was best man. A luncheon was served at the home of the bride to immediate friends and relatives. For travelling Mrs. Burgess chose a suit of American Beauty shade, with black accessories. On Monday evening a reception was held in the Agricultural Hall attended by about 250. They will reside on the groom's farm at Pakenham.

RUSSELL - ROSS

Pakenham, July 22. - (Special.) A quiet wedding ceremony was solemnized in the United Church, Denbigh, Ont., on Saturday afternoon, when Miss Cora Alice Ross, daughter of Mrs. Thomas A. Ross, Pakenham and the late Mr. Ross, became the bride of Carswell Peter Russell, only son of P. M. Russell, Pakenham, and the late Mrs. Russell. Rev. Harold A. Turner, pastor of St. Andrew's United Church, Pakenham, officiated. The bride was attended by Miss Dorothy Cowan, and the bridegroom assisted by Harry Driscoll. The bride was wearing a shell pink crepe gown with a off-the-face white hat, and white accessories. A corsage of pink Briarcliffe roses, forget-me-nots, and gypsophila completed her costume. The bridesmaid wore a dress of embroidered orchid crepe, with white accessories and a shoulder knot of yellow roses and maiden-hair fern. Following the ceremony, Mr. and Mrs. Russell left on a motor trip to Muskoka and Northern Ontario.

NUGENT - LUNNEY

St. Peter Celestine's church, Pakenham, beautifully decorated with summer blooms for the occasion, was the scene of a very pretty wedding on Saturday, June 29th, when Rev. Geo. Larose united in marriage Mary Rita Lunney, Reg. N., daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Lunney, and John Joseph Nugent, son of Mr. and Mrs. J. Arthur Nugent, all of Pakenham. The bride, who was given in marriage by her father, wore a floor length gown of white brocaded marquisette with a sweetheart neckline and fitted bodice. Her ornate headdress of white embroidered tulle ended in a veil of finger-tip length. She carried an arm bouquet of red roses. Miss Clare Lunney of Ottawa was her sister's bridesmaid and wore a gown of blue net over taffeta with matching headdress of flowers. Her bouquet was also of roses. Mr. Wilfred Nugent acted as best man for his brother. Mrs. T. A. Nugent presided at the Organ. During the nuptial mass Schubert's Ave Maria and Panis Angelicus were rendered by Miss Fonsie Lunney, Toronto, aunt of the bride, and Edmund Lunney of St. Patrick's College, Ottawa, brother of the bride. Mr. Burke Nugent and Mr. Bill Lunney were ushers for the occasion. After the ceremony luncheon was served at the home of the bride's parents when several girl friends of the bride assisted. Later a reception was held after which the happy couple left on a wedding trip. For travelling the bride wore a dress of turquoise with large white hat and matching accessories. Out-of-town guests at the wedding were Mr. and Mrs. Frank Nugent, John and Elizabeth, Deep River; T. B. Lunney, Margaret and Grace, South Mountain; Mr. and Mrs. Robert Donnelly, Westport; Miss Kathleen Shea, Pembroke; Mr. and Mrs. Gerv Teevens and Helen, Montreal; Mr. and Mrs. Burke Nugent, Mr. Alex Lunney, Miss Mary Mahoney, Misses Bernadette and Teresa Nugent, all of Ottawa; Miss Fonsie Lunney, Toronto; Mrs. Delia Keyes, New York. Mr. and Mrs. Nugent will reside in Ottawa.

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BRAY - FUMERTON (Sept 14, 1946)

At 3.30 o'clock, on Saturday afternoon in Bethany United Church Miss Margaret Jane Fumerton, daughter of Mrs. D.  L Fumerton, became the bride  of Mr. John Reynold Bray, son  of Mr. and Mrs. R. D. Bray. Rev. W. J. Scott officiated and gladioli were used in decoration. Mr. H.  G. Dallimore played the wedding music. Given in marriage by her brother, Mr. Douglas C. Fumerton, the bride was attended by Miss Verla Waugh. Mr. Stanley Bray was best man for his brother, and the ushers were Sub Lt. Arthur Bray and Mr. Stewart Cavers. The bride wore a floor length gown of white chiffon, and her finger tip veil was held in place by pink roses. She carried a nosegay of pink roses and bouvardia. The young couple left for Rideau Ferry, following a reception at the home of the bride's parents. Going away the bride wore a pale blue suit, with black accessories. They will take up residence at 433 Athlone avenue Westboro.

STUART - WOOD (Sept 4, 1946)

Bell Street United church was the scene of a wedding yesterday afternoon at 4.30 o'clock when Miss Elizabeth S. Wood, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. W J. Wood, became the bride of Mr. Ronald Alexander Stuart, of Sudbury, Ont., son of the late Mr. and Mrs. George Stuart, of Galt, Ont. Rev. A. O. Lloyd officiated at the ceremony. For her wedding the bride chose an afternoon dress of smoked white crepe designed with a double draped skirt. She wore a grey feather hat with a shoulder‑length veil, grey accessories, and a shoulder-knot of American Beauty roses. Miss Margaret Wood attended her sister as bridesmaid, and the bridegroom was attended by his brother, Mr. C. G. Stuart, of Galt, Ont., as best man. A reception was held in the Tudor Room of the Chateau Laurier, and later the couple left by airplane for Montreal. For going away Mrs. Stuart wore a two-toned black and tomato-red suit, with black accessories. They will take up residence in Sudbury, Ont. Out-of-town guests included Mr. and Mrs. W. Y. Wood, and her daughter, Cathrine, Mr. and Mrs. L. W. Dickson, Mr. and Mrs. E. J. Rose, of Pakenham; Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Wood and family, of Smiths Falls; and Mr. C. G. Stuart, of Galt, Ont.

JAMES - BOURK (1946)

Of interest to a number of friends was the wedding ceremony on Saturday, August 10, in St. Mark's church, Pakenham, when Amy Laura (Bourk), daughter of Mrs. Bourk and the late Mr. Richard Bourk, became the bride of Benjamin Alfred James, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Alfred James of Almonte. The ceremony was performed by Rev. J. J. Lowe of Almonte. Mrs. W. W. Buttle, aunt of the bride, played the wedding music. The bride was given in marriage by her brother, Mr. Walter Bourk and was attended by Miss Edna Armstrong of Carp. The best man was Mr. Russell Robertson of Perth, cousin of the groom and the ushers were Mr. Gordon Armstrong and Mr. George Rodger. The bride wore a floor length gown of white chiffon fashioned with a sweetheart neckline and basque waist. Her fingertip veil was held in place by a beaded halo. She carried a bouquet of pink and white snapdragon and white babies breath. Her only ornament was a silver necklace, gift of the groom. The bridesmaid wore a gown of pale blue chiffon with sweetheart neckline and long sleeves. Her matching veil was shoulder length. She carried a bouquet of pink snapdragon and babies breath. After the ceremony a luncheon was served at the bride's home. The couple left on a motor trip to Western Ontario and the States. For travelling the bride chose a turquoise wool dressmaker suit with black accessories. On their return they will reside on the groom's farm near Almonte.

COCHIZAN - WILSON (1946)

In St. Andrew's United church, Pakenham, at 3.30 o'clock on Saturday afternoon, July 27, Miss Margaret Eva Wilson, daughter of Mrs. Allan E. Wilson and the late Mr. Wilson, was united in marriage to Mr. Russell Cochran, son of Mr. and Mrs. Alex Cochran of Almonte. Rev. H. A. Turner  officiated and summer blooms were used in decoration of the church.­ Mrs. H. L. Luffman of Toronto, played the wedding music and the soloist was Miss Margaret Hillis of Belleville. Mr. R. K. Scott gave his niece in marriage and she was attended by Miss Amy Cochran, sister of the bridegroom. Mr. Bert Wilson, the bride's brother, was best man, and the ushers were Mr. R. A. Scott and Mr. Joe Jamieson. The bride wore a floor-length gown of white net over satin, with fitted bodice and fingertip veil. She carried an arm bouquet of Bettertime roses. Following a reception at the home of the bride's mother, Mr. and Mrs. Cochran left on a short motor trip. Going away the bride wore a turquoise lace dress with white accessories. They will take up residence in Almonte. Out of town guests were Miss Margaret Hillis, Belleville; Mr. and Mrs. R. H. Gillan, Kemptville; Mr. and Mrs. R. K. Scott, Mrs. George Campbell, Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Loken, Miss Mary Scott, Ottawa; Mr. and Mrs. H. L. Luffman, Mrs. A. T. McKenzie, Toronto.

ARGUE on Wednesday, March, 12, 1947, at the Arnprior and District Memorial Hospital, to Mr. and Mrs. A. Lyall Argue (nee Grace Ritchie) a son, Allan Douglas.

Married: Mary Cannon, Sept. 21, 1946.

Grace & Lyall Argue married, March 17, 1941.

Murial Gillan, baby born about 4 Mar. 1947.

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NIELSEN - LINDSAY (1946)

The home of Mrs. Myra Lindsay was the scene of a very quiet wedding on Saturday afternoon, September 7th, when her daughter, Jean May (Lindsay), was united in marriage in a double ring ceremony to Svend Aage (Art) Nielsen, of Ste. Agathe des Monts, Que., son of Mr. and the late Mrs. N. Christian Neilsen of Aalborg, Denmark. Rev. D. H. Woodhouse officiated. The rooms were decorated with ferns, zinnias, gladioli and hydrangea. Attendants were Mrs. Victor Alp, nee Corrine Lynn, R.N., of Oshawa, cousin of the bride, and James C. Munro, uncle of the bride. Wedding music was played by the bride's aunt, Mrs. P. J. Morin of Corbeil, Ont. The bride's dress was a floor-length brocaded white silk faille, full skirt gathered on a bodice, scalloped neckline, leg o'mutton sleeves ending in a point over the hand. She wore a Juliet cap with shoulder length veil and a string of pearls, the gift of the groom, and carried a shower bouquet of red Better Time roses. The matron of honor's dress was a blue floor length with sweetheart neckline, full skirt gathered on a bodice and short puffed sleeves. She wore pink long mittens and a pink flower hat. The bride's mother wore an afternoon dress of grey crepe with black hat and shoes and a corsage of sunglow roses. The bride and groom left on a honeymoon trip to Western Ontario, Muskoka and Northern Ontario, the bride travelling in an imported tailored brown wool suit, small brown hat and brown accessories. On their return they will take up residence in Ste. Agathe des Monts. Guests from a distance were Mr. Hugh Lynn, Mr. James Lynn, Miss Lois Lynn, Master (no more)

Mrs. Myra Lindsay announces the engagement of her only daughter, Jean May (Lindsay), to Svend Aage (Art) Neilsen, of Ste. Agathe Des Monts, son of Mr. and the late N. Christian Nielsen, of Aalborg, Denmark. The marriage will take place quietly on September 7.

DUFFEY - ANDREWS

A quiet but pretty wedding was solemnized in the rectory of St. Peter Celestine Church, Pakenham, Saturday, January 18th by Father George Larose, parish priest, of Edna Andrews, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Andrews, Pakenham to Joseph Patrick Duffey, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Duffey of Carleton Place. The bride chose a pale blue jersey silk, street length dress with black accessories and corsage of red carnations and fern. The bridesmaid was miss Margaret Andrews of Ottawa, sister of the bride. She chose a printed blue street length dress and black accessories and corsage of pink carnations and fern. The bride's mother wore a black dress with matching accessories and a corsage of pink carnations. The groom was supported by Mr. Leo Hammond, of Arnprior. For travelling the bride wore a grey suit with black top coat, trimmed with silver fox. The young couple left on a short trip to Toronto and Montreal after a wedding supper at the bride's home.

PIERCE - FARRELL (1947)

St. Andrew's United Church Pakenham, was the scene of a pretty wedding ceremony on Friday, January 10th, when Miss Mary Elizabeth (Betty) Farrell, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Leo Farrell, of Pakenham, was united in marriage with Robert Wellington Pierce, son of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Pierce, of Pakenham. Rev. Harold A. Turner, minister of St. Andrew's United Church, officiated, and Miss Jean Needham played the wedding music. During the signing of the register little Miss Jeanne Blair and Miss Mary Catherine Campbell sang "The Voice That Breathed O'er Eden." The bride entered the church to the strains of Wedding March carrying a white prayer book with pink and white streamers. The bride wore a floor-length fitted gown of French lace over white satin, and her long train veil was caught with a headdress of orange blossoms. She wore silver slippers and carried a bouquet of deep pink carnations and maiden hair fern. She was attended by her friend, Miss Marion  Ritchie while little Miss Lois Cavanagh, niece of the bridegroom, was flower girl, daintily attired in pink chiffon with matching shoulder length veil and silver slippers. She carried a nosegay of mixed flowers caught with pink and white streamers. The bridesmaid was attired in blue sheer over taffeta with sweetheart neckline and matching shoulder length veil and silver slippers. She carried a bouquet of pink carnations and maiden hair fern. The bridegroom was attended by his brother Grenville Pierce, as best man. Following the ceremony a large reception was held in the Agricultural Hall, Pakenham, at which about 400 guests were present. Many useful and beautiful gifts were received by the young couple. The newly weds left on a short honeymoon, the bride travelling in black suit, topper, hat and accessories to match. On their return they will take-up residence on the groom's, farm near Pakenham.

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BENNETT - GILLAN (1947)

A quiet, but pretty wedding took place Wednesday afternoon, May 7th, at 2 p.m., at the United Church Manse, Beachburg, when Miss Norma A. Gillan, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Norman Gillan of Foresters Falls, became the bride of Mr. Delmer W. Bennett, son of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Bennett. Rev. H. S. Cooke was the officiating clergyman. The bride looked lovely in a floor length gown of white satin, with fitted bodice, sheer yoke with a drop shoulder effect, and long sleeves tapering to points over her hands. Her finger tip silk net veil was held in place by a wreath of orange blossoms, and she carried a shower bouquet of Briarcliffe roses. She wore a cameo necklace, the gift of the bridegroom. The bridesmaid was Miss Helen E. Gillan, sister of the bride, who wore a pink embossed organza gown, with fitted bodice, sweetheart neckline, short puff sleeves, and long full skirt. She wore pink mittens, and a shoulder length veil of pink net, and carried a bouquet of Johanna Hill and Butterfly roses. The best man was Mr. Osborne Bennett, brother of the bridegroom. Following a buffet luncheon served at the home of the bride's parents to about forty-five guests, the young couple left on a wedding trip to Toronto and points west. Out of town guests included Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Tosh, Mrs. C. H. Loken, Miss Mildred Moody, of Ottawa; Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Gillan and Grace of Renfrew; Mrs. Frank Gillan, Mrs. Charles Gillan and Joan, of Pakenham; Mr. and Mrs. Russell Graham and family, Virginiatown; and friends from Beachburg and Westmeath.

ROY - CANNON (Sept 14, 1946)

A double ring ceremony took place in Arnprior Saturday morning at St. John Chrysostom Church of Margaret Mary (Cannon) daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Cannon, to Flt. Lt. Paul Jean Roy, DFC, son of Mr. and Mrs. A. H. Roy of Moncton, N.B. Flt. Lt. the Rev. M. J. Mooney, uncle of the bride, officiated and Mrs. D. O'Connor played the organ. The solo was sung by Mrs. A. Meek. Given in marriage by her father the bride was attended by Miss Grace Cannon, as maid-of‑honor. The best man was Capt. J. A. E. Roy of Moncton, and the ushers were Flt. Lt. P. Davies, DFC and bar and Lac. V. H. Streich. For her gown the bride chose white lace and net over satin modeled on princess lines. Her finger-tip veil had a coronet headdress arrangement and she carried a white satin prayer­ book with corsage of white orchid. The reception was held at the home of the bride's parents after which the couple left by plane for the Laurentians. For travelling Mrs. Roy wore a costume of Algonquin gray wool with navy hat and mink scarf. Out-of-town guests were Mr. and Mrs. A. H. Roy, Miss Rachel Roy and Capt. J. A. E. Roy of Moncton, N.B.; Miss Olive Cannon of Cleveland, Mr. J. Meldowney of Brockville, Mr. and Mrs. F. Cannon of Temiskaming, Mr. B. S. Ough of Marathon, Mrs. A. J. Charbonneau of Toronto, Flt. Lt. the Rev. M. J. Mooney, Miss M. Mooney, Mrs. J. T. Morrissey, Mr. and Mrs. W. Tubman, and, F. Sgt. E. Cody, all of Ottawa.

GILLAN - BENNETT (May 7, 1947)

The wedding of Miss Norma A. Gillan, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Norman Gillan, to Mr. Delmer W. Bennett, son of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Bennett, was held this afternoon at two o'clock in the United Church manse, Beachburg. Rev. H. S. Cooke conducted the service. For her wedding the bride wore a floor‑length gown of white satin designed with a fitted bodice, sheer yoke with a drop shoulder effect, and long tapered sleeves. Her silk net veil was held in place by a wreath of orange blossoms, and she carried a shower bouquet of Briarcliffe roses. She wore a cameo necklace, the gift of the bridegroom. The bride was attended by her sister, Miss Helen E. Gillan as bridesmaid, and Mr. Osborne Bennett acted as best man for his brother. Following a reception held at the home of the bride's parents the couple left on a wedding trip to Toronto and points west. For going away, Mrs. Bennett wore a beige gabardine suit under a brown topcoat, with brown accessories. Mr. and Mrs. Bennett will reside in Forester's Falls, Ont. Out-of-town guests included Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Tosh, Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Loken, Miss Mildred Moody, of Ottawa; Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Gillan and Grace, of Renfrew; Mrs. Frank Gillan, Mrs. Charles Gillan and Joan, of Pakenham: Mr. and Mrs. Russell Graham, of Virginiatown.

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GILES - MacD0WALL (1947)

The home of Mr. and Mrs. T. J. MacDowall, Pakenham was the scene of a very pretty wedding Thursday afternoon, June 12th at 2.30 p.m., when their youngest daughter, Muriel Rae (MacDowall) was united in marriage to Mr. Willard Giles, son of Mr. T. H. Giles and the late Mrs. Giles. The rooms were adorned with pink and white streamers and baskets of mixed spring flowers. The ceremony took place under a decorated arch with Rev. H. A. Turner officiating and the wedding music was played by Mrs. Howard Boal of Almonte, sister of the bridegroom. The bride was given in marriage by her father, and attended by her sister, Mrs. Marino Cameron as matron-of-honor, and by little Miss Merle MacDowall, niece of both the bride and bridegroom, as flower girl. Mr. James Giles, brother of the bridegroom, was best man. For her wedding the bride chose an afternoon dress of white silk jersey made on simple lines. Her head-dress was made of white mohair with finger-tip veil, and she carried a shower bouquet of American Beauty roses and lily-of- the-valley with long white streamers. The matron-of-honor was dressed in a street length dress of pink silk jersey with matching hat of pink mohair with shoulder length veil. Her shoulder knot was formed of talisman roses. The flower girl was winsome in a pale blue nylon dress with white lace trimming and doll hat of same colour. She carried a nosegay of pink and white sweet peas with pink streamers. The bride's mother was becomingly dressed in a maize and mauve flowered silk dress with black accessories. Her corsage was white carnations and maiden hair fern. Following the luncheon which was served to forty guests, the couple left on a motor trip to points in Western Ontario. For going away Mrs. Giles wore a black and white check suit and pink sheer blouse with black accessories. Her corsage was of pink carnations. A special feature of the day, it being the 40th wedding anniversary of the bride's parents Earle, the eldest son, on behalf of the family presented them with gifts, also a basket of forty spring blooms from the grandchildren.

HOOPER - NEW (17 June, 1947)

The wedding of Miss Ann New, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E. W. New of Antrim to Mr. William Hooper, son of Mr. William Hooper and the late Mrs. Hooper of Cardiff, Wales, took place at the parsonage, Pakenham, on Tuesday evening at 8 p.m. Rev. H. A. Turner conducted the service. The bride was attended by Miss Donna Stewart of Braeside as maid of honor, and Mr. Douglas Fraser of Arnprior was best man. For her wedding the bride chose a street length dress of white crepe with a flowered hat and white accessories. Her shoulder knot was red carnations, lilies of the valley and maiden-hair fern, and she wore a single strand of pearls, the gift of the bridegroom. Following a reception was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Robillard, McGonigal street, Arnprior. The couple left on a short wedding trip. Mr. and Mrs. Hooper will reside in Antrim.

FEDERATION PRESIDENT


R. A STEWART (Went to Holland May, 1947)

A Lanark county dairy farmer, R. A. Stewart, Almonte, president of the Ontario Federation of Agriculture for 1947, has just returned from a trip to Holland and has a message for the people of this province.

PIERCE - RITCHIE (Sep 10, 1947)

Gladioli and zinnias formed the setting for the double ring wedding ceremony of Miss Marion Louise Ritchie, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Ritchie, and Mr. Grenville Leslie Pierce, son of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Pierce, which took place in St. Mark's Anglican Church at Pakenham on Wednesday. Rev. Canon Carrier officiated, and wedding music was played by Mrs. Allen White of Ottawa. Mrs. Mervyn Meredith, Ottawa, aunt of the bride, sang "The Lord's Prayer", and "My Happy Day". Given in marriage by her father, the bride was attended by her cousins, Miss Betty Ritchie, of Cobden, and Miss Dora Sadler 'of Richmond, as bridesmaids. Mrs. A. Pierce was matron of honor, and little Misses Donna Pierce and Jean Blewitt, nieces of the bridegroom, were train bearers. Mr. Armistie Pierce was best man, and the ushers were Mr. Morris Ritchie, cousin of the bride, and Mr. Cyril Pierce, brother of the bridegroom. For her wedding the bride chose a floor-length gown of white velveray nylon on princess lines, fashioned with a high neckline, long fitted sleeves, land back buttoning on the bodice. The skirt extended into a long train. Her three-quarter length veil was caught with a wreath of lily-of-the-valley, and she carried an arm bouquet of red roses. After a reception at the home of the bride's parents the couple left for Toronto and Niagara Falls. Mrs. Pierce travelled in a heavenly blue wool dress, with black accessories and a black topcoat. She wore a corsage bouquet of pink roses. Mr. and Mrs. Pierce will reside in Pakenham. Among the out-of-town guests were Mr. and Mrs. W. Fred Meredith, and Mr. and Mrs. Herb, Meredith of North Gower; Dr. and Mrs. Ritchie, Cobden; Mr. and Mrs. W. Sadler, and Mr. and Mrs. A. Robinson, of Richmond; Mr. and Mrs. G. Meredith, Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Meredith, Mr. and Mrs. Mervin Meredith and Miss Florence Meredith, all of Ottawa.

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CAMPBELL - MAITLAND (1947)

A quiet wedding took place on Thursday, October 9 at, two o'clock in the United Church parsonage at Pakenham, when Iva Laura (Maitland), daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R. Webster Maitland of Pakenham, became the wife of Edgar Ross (Campbell), son of Mr. and Mrs. . W. J. Campbell of Waba. Rev. H. A. Turner officiated. The bride was given in marriage by her father and wore a wine gabardine suit with black accessories and a corsage of mums. She was attended by her twin sister, Miss Ina Maitland. The groom was attended by Mr. Arthur Morphy. Following the ceremony a luncheon was served at the home of the bride's parents. In the evening a reception was held in the hall at Pakenham after which Mr. and Mrs. Campbell left on a short wedding trip.

MONETTE - SHAW (George's Teacher - 1947)

A quiet wedding took place on Monday afternoon, June 30, at one o'clock in Emmanuel Church, Arnprior when Rev. H. 0. Hodder united in marriage Miss Beatrice Edna Shaw, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Shaw of Arnprior, and Mr. Russell Monette, son of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Monette, White Lake. The bride wore an afternoon dress of white silk jersey with a small white hat and matching accessories. Her corsage bouquet was formed of red carnations. She was attended by Miss Mildred Shaw as bridesmaid and Mr. James Monette was best man Following the luncheon at the home of the bride's parents the couple left on a wedding trip. Mr. and Mrs. Monette will reside in Arnprior.

O'CONNOR - DEVINE (Oct 6, 1947)

The wedding of Miss Mary Devine, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Devine, of Pakenham, to Mr. Arthur W. O'Connor, of Renfrew, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. William O'Connor, took place on Monday morning at St. Peter Celestine's Church, Pakenham. Rev. Alphonsus O'Neill, of Ottawa, officiated at the ceremony. The wedding music was played by Mrs. T. A. Nugent, with Rev. W. G. Moore of Ottawa, as soloist. The bride was given in marriage by her father, and attended by her cousin, Mrs. John Nugent, as matron-of-honor. Mr. Harry Devine was best man, and the ushers were Mr. Archie O'Connor and Mr. John Devine. For her wedding the bride wore a floor-length gown of white Chantilly lace, with a fingertip veil. She carried an arm bouquet of red roses and maidenhair fern. Following a reception held at the home of the bride's parents, the couple left on a wedding trip the United States. For travelling the bride wore a grey wool dress under a black topcoat, with black accessories. Mr. and Mrs. O'Connor will reside in Renfrew. Out-of-town guests included Msgr. John O'Neill, Rev. Alphonsus O'Neill, Rev. W. G. Moore, Mr. and Mrs. James Grace, of Ottawa; Mr. and Mrs. John McDonald, Mr. James McDonald, of Peterborough; Miss Ethel O'Connor, Mr. Archie O'Connor, of Renfrew; Mr. and Mrs. John F. Grace, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Grace, of Almonte; Mrs. G. H. Devine of Arnprior.

McVEAN - NUGENT (Sept 18, 1947)

St. Peter Celestine Church, Pakenham, was the scone of a wedding on Thursday morning when Miss Mary Bernadette Nugent, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Nugent of Pakenham, became the bride of Mr. Howard Francis McVean, son of Mr. Alexander McVean and the late Mrs. McVean of Arnprior. Rev. George Larose officiated at the ceremony, and the wedding music was played by Mrs. T. A. Nugent, with Miss Loretta Nugent as soloist. The bride was given in marriage by her father, and attended by her sister, Miss Teresa Nugent, as bridesmaid. Mr. Bernard Valiquette was best man, and the ushers were Mr. Clifford McVean and Mr. Thomas Nugent. For her wedding the bride wore a floor length gown of white brocaded satin, with a three-quarter length veil of embroidered net arranged from a halo. She carried a cascade bouquet of American Beauty roses and white gladioli. Following a reception held at the home of the bride's parents, the couple left on a wedding trip to Quebec City and points East. For travelling the bride wore a blue gabardine dress under a black topcoat, with black accessories and a shoulder knot of gladioli. Mr. and Mrs. McVean will reside in Arnprior. Out of town guests included Mrs. Frank Ryan, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Smith, Mrs. C. Legree, Miss Carmel Ryan, Miss Hazel McVean, all of Ottawa.

Ruth Cunningham, boy born Sept. 1 st, 1948.

Kenneth Redtman, hurt on 27 or 28 August, 1948.

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STANTON - O'NEILL (Sept 17, 1947)

A very pretty wedding Look place in St. Peter Celestine's Church Pakenham on Wednesday, September 17th at 10 a.m. when Mary Theresa (O'Neill), daughter of Mrs. Joseph O'Neill and the Late Mr. O'Neill became the bride of Martin Austin (Stanton), son of Mr. Patrick Stanton and the late Mrs. Stanton of Fitzroy Harbour. Rev. Alphonse O'Neill, cousin of the bride, officiated. The church was decorated with gladioli, asters and roses. The wedding music was played by Mrs. T. A. Nugent. Rev. G. Larose sang "Heart of Jesus we are Thankful" during the signing of the register. Given in marriage by her brother, Mr. John O'Neill, the bride was attended by her sister, Mrs. Gordon Dool, as matron of honor; by her cousin, Miss Nancy O'Neill as bridesmaid, and by little Miss Marilyn Herrick as flower girl. Mr. Ritchie Stanton was best man and the ushers were Mr. Oswald Stanton and Mr. Terrance O'Neill. The bride chose a floor length gown of white brocaded satin, fashioned with sweetheart neckline, long sleeves ending in points over the hands and a fitted bodice buttoned down the back; ending in a polonaise effect. Her finger-tip veil fell from a halo headdress and she carried an arm bouquet of Bettertime roses and a crystal rosary, the gift of the groom. Mrs. Doal wore a floor length dress of pale blue sheer fashioned with a brocaded neckline, long full sleeves and a fitted bodice. Her shoulder length veil fell from a sweetheart headdress and she carried an arm bouquet of pink gladioli. Miss O'Neill wore a floor lace length dress of pale green crepe at with sweetheart neckline, long tight sleeves, the tight fitting bodice ending in a peplum. Her hat was of matching material. She carried an arm bouquet of red gladioli. The flower girl wore a floor length dress of pink taffeta shoulder length veil falling from halo headdress. She carried nosegay of mixed flowers. After the ceremony breakfast was served to 55 guests in the Agricultural Hall. Later the happy couple left on a trip to Montreal and the United States. Going away the bride wore a pearl grey suit, pink blouse, pink feathered hat and black accessories. She wore a corsage of sweetheart roses. Out of town guests were Rev. J. L. Reynolds of Fitzroy Harbour, Mr. John O'Neill of North Bay, Mrs. M. J. Manion of Pembroke, Mr. and Mrs. R. G. Gunsinger of Martintown, Mr. and Mrs. L. H. Thompson, Mrs. R. A. Coleman, all of Ottawa, Mrs. Stanley McQuarrie of Arn­prior, Mrs. M. L. Farrell, Miss Joan Farrell of Kinburn, Mr. and Mrs. J. R. O'Neill, Mr. and Mrs. E. J. Coady, Mrs. Terrence O'Neill, all of Almonte.

WICKWARE - DEMPSEY (1948)

A quiet wedding took place on Tuesday, January 20th at 2 p.m. in the United Church manse, Ramsayville, when Mary Eileen (Dempsey), only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Dempsey, became the bride of Walter Nestor Alfred (Wickware), eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Wickware, all of Hurdman's Bridge. Rev. John McCaskeill officiated at the ceremony. Given in marriage by her uncle, she was attended by Miss Lily Jensen, of Maryfield, Sask., as bridesmaid and Mr. Frank Kroop was best man. Miss Dempsey is well know here, and spent the past three weeks at the home of her grandmother, Mrs. J. F. Gillan.

BOAL - CURRIE (1947)

On Tuesday, October 21st at 2.30 p.m. at the United Church manse in Pakenham, Rev. H. A. Turner united in marriage Miss Vera May Currie, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Stewart Currie of Pakenham and Mr. Harold Stuart Boal, son of Mr. and Mrs. Stuart Boal of Pakenham. For her wedding the bride chose a floor length gown of brocaded satin with long full skirt of net, a floor length veil of net with halo headdress, and an arm bouquet of red roses and maiden hair fern. The bride was assisted by her, sister Miss Gladys Currie. Mr. Howard Boal, twin brother of the groom, was best man. The bridesmaid chose a floor length gown of pink brocaded nylon, with net shoulder length veil and carried a nosegay of pink carnations and chrysanthemums. Following a reception held in the agricultural hall, Pakenham the young couple left on a motor trip. For travelling the bride wore a wool dress of turquoise blue, brown coat, and brown accessories. On their return they will take up residence on the grooms farm in Cedar Hill.

McHARDY - FULTON (1948)

The marriage of Miss Helen Fulton, daughter of Mrs. John Fulton of Cedar Hill and the late John Fulton, to Mr. Donald McHardy, son of Mr. and Mrs. James McHardy of Galetta, took place in the United Church, Cedar Hill on Monday evening, May 29th, at 7 o'clock, Rev. Harold Turner officiating. The attendants were Miss Helen Trafford and Mr. Stuart McHardy. The bride chose a dress of white satin with lace insertion and wore a long bridal veil. Following the ceremony a reception was held in the Agricultural Hall, Pakenham where dancing was enjoyed. Many beautiful and useful gifts were received. Mr.. and Mrs. McHardy will reside at Galetta.

BARKER - HOGARTH (13 Sept 1947)

At three o'clock in the Manse of the United Church, Pakenham, on Saturday, September 13th, Rev. H. A. Turner officiated at the double ring marriage ceremony of Margaret Janet Melba (Hogarth), only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Hogarth of Pakenham, to Allan Robert Barker of Renfrew, son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Barker of Almonte. The bride was given in marriage by her father and attended by Miss Lois Wood, as bridesmaid. Mr. Joe Jamieson of Almonte was best man. A street length gown of grey crepe, fashioned with a high simple neck line and full pleated skirt. Her hat was an open crown model trimmed with black lace. She wore black lace mittens and grey suede shoes. A semi-cascade bouquet of pink roses completed her costume. Miss Wood wore a pale blue crepe dress with black lace peplum. Her hat was a large brimmed black felt, with which she wore black lace mittens and black suede shoes. Her corsage was of yellow roses. Immediately following the ceremony a buffet luncheon was served at the home of the bride's parents. Misses Jean Watchorn, Lois Blair and Mary Cox, friends of the bride, assisted at the tables. Out of town guests included Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Barker, Mr. and Mrs. Jack, Mr. James A. Barker, Mr. Mervin Tosh and, Mr. Cameron Smithson of Almonte; Mr. and Mrs. Ken Drummond and Heather Ann, Mrs. Aubrey Nesbitt of Carleton Place; Mr. and Mrs. Allen MacDougall of Finch; Mr. John Wishak, Mr. and Mrs. Weston Knox and Mr. James Knox of Arnprior, and Mrs. Wm. Matthews of Capreol. Mr. and Mrs. Barker motored through New York State. For travelling the bride chose a grey gabardine suit with brown accessories. On their return the young couple will reside in Renfrew.

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MILLER - BOLE (June 4, 1948)

The wedding of Miss Lillian Gwendolyne Bole, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ermel Bole of Pakenham, to Lawrence Robertson, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Miller, White Lake, took place at 3.30 on Friday afternoon in St. Andrew's United, Church manse, White Lake with Rev. A. E. Jaster officiating. The bride chose a floor length model gown of white nylon made with a fitted bodice and full skirt. Her finger tip veil held in place by a coronet of orange blossoms. Her only ornament was a single strand pearl necklace. She carried an arm bouquet of American Beauty roses. Miss Isobel Logan attended as bridesmaid and Mr. Ray Fulton was best man. After a reception in Pakenham hall, the happy young couple left on a trip to Niagara. For travelling Mrs. Miller wore a turquoise street-length dress under a mulberry shade shortie coat and black accessories. On their return Mr. and Mrs. Miller will reside on the bridegroom's farm in the White Lake section of Darling township.

BAIRD - BRADLEY (1948)

St. Mark's Anglican Church, Pakenham, was the scene of the marriage on June 9th, at 2.30 when Grace Margaret (Bradley), daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Walter E. Bradley, became the bride of Ivan James (Baird), son of Mr. and Mrs., Ebert Baird of Kinburn. Canon G. A. Carryer officiated. The church was decorated with red peonies, lupins and white spirea for the occasion. Given in marriage by her father, the bride was attended by her sister, Mrs. Edward T. Vance, as matron-of-honour, and by Miss Isobel Blair as brides­maid. Mr. Stewart Baird was best man. The ushers were Bill Bradley and Gerald Reid. The bride was radiant in a floor-length model of white slipper satin in off the shoulder effect, with nylon yoke outlined with white lace frilling, a fitted bodice buttoned down the back, long sleeves ending in points, over  the hands, and a bouffant skirt. Her floor-length embroidered veil fell gracefully from a pleated halo of orange blossoms. She carried a bouquet of Better­ time roses, white snapdragon and maiden hair fern. The matron of honor wore a pink gown of triple sheer with a lace yoke and fitted bodice with a very full skirt. She wore a pink net bonnet with a halo of pink flowers and carried a bouquet of mixed flowers. The bridesmaid wore a tur­quoise blue gown with a sweet­ a heart neckline and pleated bodice trimmed with tiny buttons. Her headdress was similar to the matron-of-honor, and she carried a bouquet of mixed flowers. The bride's mother wore a navy blue ensemble with side drape and navy accessories. Her corsage was pink carnations and fern. The groom's mother wore a flowered jersey dress with black accessories and a corsage of yellow roses. Following the ceremony, supper was served to the guests at the bride's home. The rooms were tastefully decorated with pink and white streamers and the four-tiered wedding cake centred the bridal table. A toast was proposed to the bride by Canon Carryer and was responded by the groom. For travelling the bride wore a dusty rose crepe ensemble with small peplum and a corsage of pink and yellow carnations. She wore a pale blue shortie coat with white hat and gloves. Following their honeymoon by motor to Toronto, Niagara Falls and points in U.S.A., a reception was held in Pakenham Hall, where they received many beautiful gifts. The young couple will take up residence in Arnprior. Out of town guests included Mr. and Mrs. George C. Brown of Green Bay, Wis.; Mrs. W. J. MacDonald, Mrs. O. E. Bradley, Mrs. Elliott Sherman, Stanley and Miss Doreen Levi of Ottawa; Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Patterson of Cobden, Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Smith of Maryland, Que.

PELTON - MAITLAND 

St. Andrew's United Church, Pakenham, was the scene of the wedding at 12.30 on Saturday of Miss Doris Ruby Maitland, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R. Webster Maitland, Mr. Trevor Lysle Pelton, son of Mrs. Jessie Pelton of Ottawa, and the late Mr. Pelton. Rev. H. A. Taylor officiated, and baskets of gladioli were used in decoration. The organ music was played by Miss Helen McClure of Galetta and the soloist was Miss Nora Bailey of Shawville. The bride was given in marriage by her father, and at­tended by her sister, Miss Beulah Maitland, and Mr. Don Pelton was best man for his brother, and the ushers were Mr. Harold Pelton and Mr. Ross Campbell. The bride wore a floor length gown of blue chiffon with a blue net veil falling from a tiara of orange blossoms. She carried an arm bouquet of red roses. Following a reception at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Pelton left for Toronto and Western points. Going away the bride wore a brown gabardine suit, with brown accessories. On their return Mr. and Mrs. Pelton will take up residence at 3 Larch street, Ottawa.


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