OBIT - LAVINIA ATKINSON

The death of LAVINIA, daughter of Mrs. MIRIAM ATKINSON occurred at her home on Wednesday morning, July 17th,at the early age of 44 years. The deceased had been in failing health for some years, but death was a great shock to the family. She has left to mourn their loss a loving mother, 11 sisters and 1 brother. The funeral was held on Thursday afternoon, Rev. Dr. PATTERSON officiating.
Interment was at Pine Grove Cemetery.

**OBIT - ROBERT McIVOR

The news that Mr. ROBERT McIVOR of Fox Harbor, had passed away very suddenly n Friday afternoon was received with genuine sorrow by a large circle of friends. While his friends noticed signs of failing health for the past few months no one anticipated any sudden change. He was taken seriously ill on Sunday morning, July 7th; he rallied somewhat, and on Friday afternoon, July 12th he drove to the home of his niece, Mrs. TRUMAN DOTTEN of North Wallace where he suddenly dropped dead; only being in the house a few minutes. He was a son of the late MURDOCK and (CHRISTINA STEWART) McIVOR one of the Pioneer settlers of Fox Harbor. He was united in marriage with Miss MARGARET DAUSON
of Brule Co. Co., who survives him also 1 daughter, C. JEAN McIVOR and 2 sisters, Misses HENRIETTE and MARGARET McIVOR of Boston, Mass and 1 brother, Mr. ALEX McIVOR of Boston, Mass.
In religion he was a Presbyterian, and a regular attendant at the services in God's House, in Politics a Conservative of the Old School.
He was a good neighbor, an honest man, and his cheerful manner made many friends for him and no enemies. He will be much missed in the community. Rev. J.W. BRITTON conducted the funeral services at the home and at the grave. The hymns sung were: The Lord is My Shepherd, Nearer My God to Thee, and Rock of Ages. A large number of friends were present from all the surrounding districts. One of the largest funeral processions ever seen in Fox Harbor followed him to his last resting place in St. Andrews Cemetery.

Died for His Country

On July 5th, there passed away at the Cogswell St. Military Hospital, Halifax, Private JAMES CARLTON STEWART, aged 21 years. Private STEWART was the oldest child of CHARLES B. and ELIZABETH STEWART of Malagash, Cumb Co. He joined the 1st Depot Batt. at Aldershot only 3 weeks previously and on Wednesday, July 3rd, with a number of others from the battalions he was transferred to Halifax for temporary garrison duty. When enroute to the city he complained of not feeling well and on his arrival at barracks he went to the hospital. During the night he became suddenly worse and died at 9 o'clock the following morning, death being caused by spinal meningitis. The body was taken to his home for burial. The funeral service was conducted by his former pastor, Rev. J. W. BRITTON, at 10 o'clock Saturday morning, July 6th.

BORN
At Shinimicas, on July 6th, to Mr. & Mrs. ROY E. BLACK, a son, NORMAN OAKLEY.

At Amherst, July 10th, to Mr. & Mrs. WESLEY TROUP, Russell Street, a daughter.

At Amherst, July 17th, to Mr. & Mrs. JOHN SIMMONDS, Pleasant Street, a son.

At Amherst, July 18th, to Mr. &Mrs. ROLAND TOWER, Albion Street, a son.

WEDDING - FILLMORE - NEWTON

The marriage of ETTER WINSLOW FILLMORE, brakeman on the Canadian government railways and Miss LOTTIE NEWTON, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. CHARLES NEWTON, Middle Stewiacke, was solemnized at the manse of St. Andrew's Church at 4 o'clock on Wednesday afternoon, July 10th. The officiating clergyman the Rev. Mr. FRASER. The bridesmaid was Miss NELLIE S. TURNER and the best man was HARRY C. CONLEY, both of Truro.
Immediately after the ceremony the happy couple left for River Philip, the groom's home, where a reception tendered them. Mr. & Mrs. FILLMORE will reside in Truro.

*WEDDING - HEATHER - FARNHAM
St. JOHN, Telegraph, July 18th. A very pretty wedding was solemnized yesterday afternoon at the home of the bride's brother, J.U. FARNHAM, 106 Dorchester St, when REUBEN PEARL HEATHER of Oxford, NS was united in marriage to Miss LOTTIE BELLE FARNHAM, of this city, by Rev. D.J. McPHERSON. The bride was becomingly attired in a traveling suit of navy blue broadcloth with hat to match. The bride was been a member of the staff of E.A. DYKEMAN and she was splendidly remembered by fellow employees. Among the many costly gifts received was a cheque from the bride's mother, while the groom's present to the bride was a string of pearls. After a dainty lunch the bridal pair left for Moncton, where they will start on a motoring tour of the provinces after which they will take up their residence at Little River, where the groom is a prosperous farmer. Good wishes of the bride's many friends go with her in leaving St. John.
(A reception and serenade was given Mr. & Mrs. HEATHER on their arrival at their home at Little River- Editor)

Killed on Railway

Mr. NEIL MATHESON, whose former home was in Birch Ridge, NS, but who has been employed for a number of years on the railway in New York State, was killed while at his work. Up to the time of writing no details have been received with regard as to how the accident occurred. He is survived by a widow, formerly Miss MARGARET MURPHY of Victoria, NS, and one child. The remains arrived at his old home on Saturday for interment. My sympathy is expressed for the bereaved.