Newspaper& Documents write-ups about Carleton County People

Carleton County HomePage

The Carleton Sentinel, The Dispatch and The Press Newspapers were published
in the Town of Woodstock, N.B.

PAGE 13

Carleton Sentinel Newspaper July 23, 1850
MARRIED
At 9 o'clock on Sabbath morning, 21st July, at Baptist Chapel, Woodstock, by the Rev. Thomas Todd,
Mr. E. R. Parsons of Woodstock, to Miss E. Demill, of same place.

On the 11th inst., by the Rev. S. D. Lee Street, Rector,
Alexander Jackson, of Parish of Woodstock, to Emely London of the same place.

On the 18th inst., by same, Robert Harper, of Parish of Woodstock, Merchant, to Mary Serene,
second daughter of Mr. William Kimble,
of Jacksontown, in the Parish of Wakefield.

At Simonds, by the Rev. G. Spurr,
Mr. Charles Purkins to Miss Dorcus, youngest daughter of Mr. Thomas Johnston.

DIED
On the 26th of June after a long illness, which she bore with Christian fortitude,
Martha L. Shaw, in the 18 year of her age, 8th daughter of the late Nathaniel Shaw,
leaving a large circle of relatives and friends to mourn their loss.

Carleton Sentinel Newspaper June, 1850
STICKNEY'S HOTEL
The Subscribes begs leave to tender his thanks to the inhabitants of Carleton, for the liberal patronage he received during his residence in Woodstock. He particularly wishes to acknowledge the kindness and courtesy extended towards him by the numerous assembly collected at his house during the Election, and begs to assure them and the Public at large that no pains will be spared for the future to render his house a comfortable and agreeable one to all who may choose to favour him with their patronage.
William Stickney
Upper Woodstock, June 25th, 1850.

Carleton Sentinel Newspaper July 2 1850
Mr. Editor, By inserting the following correspondence, you will gratify many of your readers, and oblige, A Subscriber.

Brighton June 10th, 1850.

Dear Sir,
I have always considered that the most censurable failing of mankind is that of ingratitude, and on my arrival here after a sojourn of some weeks in Woodstock, I deemed that duty demanded me to express my grateful acknowledgments for the very great services which you rendered me, and which I have no hesitation in declaring, I believe was instrumental in the hands of a merciful and kind Providence, in adding a few more days to a tolerably advanced age.

Although man may live out his three score and ten years, yet there is that desire to continue his connection with the many ties by which he may be surrounded--that attachment to the pleasures of life, although frequently accompanied by many of the evils that invariably mar the happiness of human beings, that will prompt him to cling with the utmost tenacity to every means that afford him the least prospect of lengthening out the span of his existence. That such is the case has been fully exemplified in my own experience.

During the last three years of my life, I have had little good health, and have suffered much from pain and rheumatism in my leg. About the first of January last I was seized with a severe cold, which brought on the most excruciating pain, with loss of appetite. In two months I was reduced to a mere skeleton, my leg still getting worse, when it became evident to every person that visited me, yourself among the number, that amputation was the only remedy that could possibly save my life.

And here, sir, I may well acknowledge that the prospects of prolonging my existence were not of the most encouraging nature. To undergo the pain of amputation at the age of three score and four years, and recover, seemed rather problematical; but I remembered the saying of the wise man, that " the lot is cast into the lap, but the whole disposing thereof is of the lord."

On the 20th of April I caused myself to be conveyed to Woodstock, and placed solely under your charge. On the 22nd., you amputated my leg above the knee, and I must acknowledge that I suffered comparatively little pain during the operation.

As soon as the diseased part was removed my health was immediately restored. In three weeks from the day on which you performed the operation, I was able, with the assistance of a crutch and a cane, to walk about my room---the next day on the street---and in two days less five weeks I was able to return to my home, where, owing to your superior skill and attention, directed by overruling Providence, I am now enjoying better health than I have experienced for the last three years.

It is my wish that this should receive publicity, as I think that such professional success should not pass unnoticed. Accept my warmest thanks and believe me,
My dear doctor,
Your most sincere, and devoted friend,
Samuel Estabrooks.
James Wood Esq.,M.D. Woodstock

REPLY

Woodstock, June 22nd, 1850

Dear Sir,
I warmly acknowledge the receipt of your affectionate letter of the 10th.inst., and am happy to hear of your prosperity. During a residence of upwards of thirty years on the river St. John, I have been equally successfull in many such operations; and I agree with you in declaring that nothing short of an " overruling Providence " directed my heart and hand to the benefit of my fellow man.

I now thank you for your kind considerations towards me; and that you may be useful for a long time in your Magisterial and other duties, is the sincere wish of
My dear sir, Your most obedient servant,
James Wood
Samuel Estabrooks, Esq., J. P. Brighton.

Carleton Sentinel Newspaper June 4 1850
Parish Officers For Woodstock For The Year 1850

DIED
Carleton Sentinel Newspaper May 8, 1886
Mr. Stephen Merritt, a man aged, perhaps about 60 years, residing just close to the boundary line, between here and Houlton, left his house on Monday afternoon, to go a distant part of his farm, to burn some piles.
Not returning in due time search was made for him, when on Tuesday morning he was found lying in the corner of a fence dead.
Appoplexy is supposed to have been the cause of death.

ACCIDENT
Carleton Sentinel Newspaper May 8, 1886
On Saturday 1st inst. a young lad, adopted by David Sweney of Knowlesville, was seriously injured by playing with powder. Having filled an ink bottle with powder, he ignited it. By the shattering of the bottle, one eye was totally destroyed, and the other considerably injured. His hand was also badly hurt.
Dr. Goodwin of Hartland attended the case.

WED
Carleton Sentinel Newspaper Sept 9, 1882
A large gathering of the clite of town took place at the Parish Church, on Wednesday morning, to witness the nuptial ceremonies, performed by Rev. Mr. Neales,
between Mr. J R Tupper, Jun., and Miss Bertha, daughter of Abner Bull, Esq.
Master Harrison acted as groomsman, and Miss Jennie Winslow as bridesmaid.
The bride's trousseau was rich, but in exceedingly good taste and she looked charming. After breakfast at the bride's father, the happy couple took the train on their bridal tour, followed by the best wishes of their many friends. The Sentinel joins in the general congratulations.

FIRE
Carleton Sentinel Newspaper Sept 9, 1882
Two barns, with their contents consisting of hay, nearly all his grain crop, waggon, harness, fowls and hogs, belonging to Mr. Samuel Lloyd, Bath, were burned last week.
The fire is supposed to have caught from a burning stump adjoining.

DIED
Carleton Sentinel Newspaper Sept 9, 1882
Mr. Wm. Shaw, of the firm of F. Shaw and Bros., died, after a short illness, in Boston, last Friday.
Mr. Shaw, since the Extract Works here were commenced, has frequently been in Woodstock. One of a family, who by industry, enterprise and business tact have become almost world-wide known in connection with the leather business, the deceased was held in high esteem by his contemporaries in the trade.
He leaves one son and several daughters.

Carleton Sentinel Newspaper May 8 1886
A sad and fatal accident occured at Glassville on Friday noon of last week, by which a young woman, aged 18 years, lost her life.
The particulars are as follows:-
Nellie McKenzie, daughter of Murdock McKenzie was in the act of setting a brush pile on fire when, by some accident the flames caught her clothing; she was some distance from a house and there was a slight wind blowing and before assistance reached her the poor girl was so badly burned that she died the following morning at 7 o'clock.
Dr. Atkinson was called to see the unfortunate victim, but at once pronounced her case hopeless.

Newspaper May 8 1886
In the death of Warren C. Bull the County has lost one of its oldest residents as well as one of its most highly respected citizens.
Mr. Bull faithfully discharged all the duties of life and commanded the esteem and respect of all who knew him. His funeral on Sabbath was very largely attended.
At Northampton on 29th April, Warren C. Bull, aged 80 years 8 months, died of congestion of the lungs.

Carleton Sentinel Newspaper April 12 1884
TAXES---Year 1883
The undermentioned non resident rate-payers in the Parish of Kent, in the County of Carleton, are hereby notified to pay their rates and taxes for the said Parish for the year 1883, as set opposite their respective names together with the cost of advertising, 16 cents each, to the undersigned at Bristol, Carleton County, within two months from date, otherwise legal proceedings will be taken to recover same.

Bristol, Carleton Co., Feb. 4, 1884-2m-6.

Carleton Sentinel Newspaper Sept 30, 1882
Sad Drowning at Bath
Allan Perkins, aged about 25 years, son of Joel Perkins of Bristol, was drowned at Bath, on Sunday last, while crossing the river at Hatheway's Ferry in an old bark canoe.
Beside the deceased there were two men and a boy in the boat, and when they reached about two-thirds of the way over the river, a hole burst in the bottom of the canoe causing her to fill and sink almost instantly.
The others, some by clinging to the submerged canoe, some by swimming to the shore, succeeded in saving their lives while poor Perkins sank to rise no more.
The little boy had a narrow escape; only by the determined efforts of his father who succeeded in catching him as he was going down for the last time and laying him over the canoe, and there holding him untill they were rescued by a boat was his life preserved.
Perkins body has not yet been found, and any information concerning the same will be thankfully received by his father, to whom a telegram may be addressed at Bath Station, N.B., Railway.
The deceased had on a dark suit of clothes; shooting coat; white shirt, and long legged boots.
He leaves a young wife who at present lies at the point of death from the effects of the shock received, and who has the sincere sympathy of her friends and neighbors.

Carleton Sentinel Newspaper Sept 30, 1882
Killed Instantly
A young man, J.G. Smith, aged 21 years, was killed, instantly, in his father's mill, Victoria Corner, on Wednesday, by a piece of slab flying from the circular at which he was to work, and striking him on the head.
It was fearfully sudden and appalling accident.
Truly in the midst of life we are in death.

Sept 30, 1882
W. H. Sisson, has disposed of his property at Upper Woodstock, to Mr. Robert Stephenson of this town.
Mr. Stephenson succeeds, so it is said, Mr. Sisson in the office of Post master, as well as continuing his general store business.
After living at Upper Woodstock 25 years, Mr. Sisson leaves early next month for Vineland, New Jersey.

Carleton Sentinel Newspaper Sept 9, 1882
ACCIDENT
An accident of a dreadfully painful and, in all probability, fatal character transpired here on Tuesday afternoon.
Three lads aged between 10 and 12 years of age, and named Bartley Jordon, Thos. E. Millmore and Agustus Montgomery, were up on the Interval firing at a mark with a pistol which in some way they had become possessed of, when young Jordon unfortunately got in front of the pistol just as it was being fired by Montgomery, the bullet striking and entering his stomach near the naval.
The boys at once ran to Mr. Thos Baker, who was near by and informed him of the accident, who hastened to the spot and quickly carried the wounded lad home.
Drs. Colter and Connell were called, but all they could do was to administer such medicine as might alleviate the boy's sufferings. Young Jordon is still alive, but in a precarious condition.
The public sympathise with his distressed parents.

Carleton Sentinel Newspaper May 21, 1950
LIST OF LETTERS
Remaining in the Post Office, Woodstock, 15 May, 1850

Carleton Sentinel Newspaper June 25, 1950
LIST OF LETTERS
Remaining in the Post Office, Woodstock, N.B. the 15th of June, 1850

Dispatch Newspaper Aug 8th, 1917

Mark Kelly Drowned
Mark Kelly, son of Owen Kelly chief of police, started to swim across the St. John river at Hayden's Mill, about 4 o'clock Monday afternoon and when well out in the channel returning after swimming to the Grafton side he took a cramp evidently and was drowned.
His body was recovered about 6 o'clock.

John Giggie
Death took place at Holmesville, July 19th, of Mr. John Giggie, aged 99 years and two months.
He died with cancer; and leaves a family and large circle of friends to mourn.
The service was conducted by Rev. G. A. Giberson.

Mrs. James Colter
Mrs. James Colter died at the home of her son John Colter, Pembroke, on Tuesday morning in her 91st year, she leaves three sons James of Texas, John of Pembroke and Richard of this town, two daughters Mrs. Geo. Hudson of Clinton, Mass., Mrs. James Grey of Worcester, Mass.
The funeral was on Wednesday afternoon conducted by the Rev. Mr. Jenkins, Victoria Corner.
Mrs. G. W. Slipp and Donald Munro of this town is a niece and nephew of deceased.

Hit By A Bicycle
On Friday night, James Montieth, of Southampton, was crossing the Woodstock bridge,
on his bicyle, when he was struck by a bicyle going in the opposite direction, and was thrown violently
against the iron post of the bridge, facturing the base of his skull.
He was hurried to the Fisher Memorial Hospital, where he remained unconsciousness for forty-eight hours.
Drs. Rankin and Grant are in attendance.
Mr. Monteith has now partly recovered consciousness and hopes are entertained for his recovery.

Dispatch Newspaper July 25, 1917
GRAFTON RED CROSS WORK

The Grafton Red Cross Society have on July 12th forwared the following:
53 pairs socks, 24 pyjama suits, 1 box sterilized gauze. The Society acknowledge with thanks the following:

The Society sent $10. 00 for France's Day.

Carleton Sentinel Newspaper May 23 1919
Enthusiastic Welcome For Returning Heroes
The following Carleton County men were among the arrivals on the Olympic and other recently arrived boats:-

Capt. McDougall, whose home is in Debec, N.B. went overseas in the 140th Battalion.
He joined the 60th in France and served for some months with it, but when it was amalgated with the 87th,
he was successful in securing his transfer to the New Brunswick battalion.
He was wounded while with a working party in the Hill 70 engagement in the fall of 1917 and was in the hospital
in England for some months. He returned to France in the spring of 1918.
In the advance at Amiens in August he won the Military Cross and in the same month in the Arras show, where he was wounded slightly, but remained on duty, he gained a bar to his decoration.
He was promoted to Captain in November, 1918, and has been in the company for several months.
In private life, Captain McDougall was with the Sussex Mercantile Company as accountant.

Pte. W. B. Wright enlisted with the 104th Battalion and was transferred to the 5th C. M. R.,
on going over to France. After about two years in France without any injuries,
he was wounded slightly, last October.

Lieut. Robert Wilson, M. ?., of the 24th Battalion, arrived on the Olympic,
and went through to Montreal with his regiment.
He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Wilson, of Hartford.

Cliff Shea, who went over with an Ammunition Corps, arrived here Monday,
and was warmly welcomed by his friends.
Cliff looks good and feels good in spite of his strenuous experience in France.
Being a very competent telegraph operator, he was selected for some important work
in the field along lines for which his previous experience qualfied him.

Pte. Neville Tompkins was met at the station by a large number of friends.
He went overseas with the Commercial Travellers' Battalion, afterwards being drafted
into the " Fighting 26th " with which he has been serving for the last three years.
Pte. Tompkins took part in many of the " shows " in which that unit participated, including Vimy Ridge.

Sergt. Fred Dorey, son of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Dorey, of Woodstock, arrived in St. Stephen from overseas
last week, where Mrs. Dorey has been residing since his absence.
He went to England from Woodstock with the 65th Battery.

Jap McGibbon, who went over with a late draft from the 65th Battery, arrived home Saturday night.
He is looking extremely well and was given a cordial welcome.

Harry Thornton, one of the first contingent, enlisted here with the 10th Battery.
Served in France with the 8th. He was among the recent arrivals.

Francis Appleby and L. Seely, members of the 65th, were among the returning men
that friends were glad to welcome.

Samuel Tompkins, a member of the 26th, left here with the 104th.
His father and two brothers were also members of the expeditionary forces
which is a proud record for this family.

Pte. C. G. Munro, son of Donald Munro, ex-M.L.A., arrived home Saturday night
from overseas after four years' service.
He enlisted in Toronto in January, 1915, sailed from Canada on May 15, 1915,
and returned on May 15, 1919.
He was met at St. John by Lieut. A. Munro, his brother, who resigned a commission with
the Canadian Engineers to go with the 236th Battalion, and after winning the M. M. at Passchendaele,
received a commission.
Lieut. Munro, returned about a month ago, and a third brother, Malcolm, arrived home a week ago
after serving with the 1st Canadian H????? Battery.

Robert Watson, formerly of the 65th, came over on the Olympic, arrived here Saturday night.
He received the "glad hand" from hosts of acquaintances.

Among the returned heroes recently arriving here was Cpr. David Jones.
At the age of 20 years he enlisted with the 16th Lancers and was in service abroad for 12 years.
He was awarded the Queen's South African medal with clasps in 1???.
In 1915 he enlisted with the 6th Field Co., Can. Engineers and saw much service during the war.
He received an honorable discharge April 2nd, and retires with an honorable record of hard service for his country.

Cpr. Taylor, of Grand Falls, who enlisted with the 55th. and was afterwards transferred to
???? 24th. Victoria Rifles, of Mont???? arrived on the Olympic and is visiting his sister,
Mrs. Folster, on Broadway, Cpr. Taylor was in all the " big shows " and carries two gold stripes
as remainder of his activities in dealing with the Germans.
The 24th suffered severely and its ? ? wears the Victoria Cross.

NEXT

Carleton County HomePage