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The Almonte Gazette -  Friday, November 30, 1917

Articles from this issue follow.

Local News

Pte. Elmer Boles of Fallbrooke and Pte. Stanley Hudson, formerly of Perth, are officially reported killed in action.

Mrs. S. L. Ramsay is quite ill at present, her daughter, Miss E. Ramsay, professional nurse, of New York, has arrived home to be in attendance upon her mother.

Pte. Nelson Thom, son of Mr. and Mrs. G. N. Thom of Regina, Sask., formerly of Almonte, if officially reported slightly wounded on Nov. 1st, but is remaining on duty.

In Wednesday's casualty list the name of Pte. Percy Cowie is an Almonte boy, having been born here and lived here until a few years ago when he went to Sault Ste. Marie, at which place he enlisted.

Almonte friends of Mr. and Mrs. (Catherine Perrett) George Bond have heard with deep sorrow of Mrs. Bond's death at Lanark village last Thursday, at the great age of 88 years.  She was a native of Limerick, Ireland, and was married to Mr. Bond at Carleton Place in 1858.

Many of our readers will regret to hear of the death - "killed in action" of Pte. Jas. C. "Clyde" Wilson, youngest son of Mr. John Wilson of the Hicks House, Perth.  Mr. Wilson's family is composed of four sons and all are in khaki.

Murray Comba Wounded - Word came to Mr. and Mrs. C. Comba on Tuesday that their son, Pte. Murray Comba, who went overseas with the 73rd Highlanders, was dangerously wounded.  It is hoped that more cheering news upon be received by the family and friends.

Serving His Majesty.  The following from this section at the county assizes this week as jurors:  Messrs., John A. McArton, Wm. J. Paul, Wm. Templeman, George Wright, Robt. Manarey, Wm. Chisholm, Peter Drummond, Edgar Kidd, John A. McEwen, Norman McLaren, Robt. S. Rodger, J. F. Ramsbottom, James McIlraith, Wm. McEwen, Robert Orr, Geo. Peacock, W. J. Rathwell, Wm. Shaw, and Thos. Sadler.  All were able to return home on Tuesday, the court cases taking little time. 

Gunner Clare Paul Killed

One of the saddest messages that has flashed over the wires to Almonte since the beginning of the war was that which on Friday last brought the news of the death of Gunner Clare Paul, second son of Mr. arid Mrs. Joe. Paul. Only the bare announcement. of the sad fact was received, and further particulars are anxiously awaited. Gunner Paul was twenty-four years of age, and was born here and lived his whole life with the exception of a few years spent in Toronto. Re enlisted in September, 1915, in the 34th Battery in Col. Massey's battalion at Toronto. After only four months of training at Kingston the battery was sent to England, and two months later was in France, and from early in July, 1916, he was in constant service until the time of his death on Nov. 11th, with the exception of two months furlough granted to him and which ended only a few weeks before his death. Gunner Paul was a universal favorite wherever he was known and there are man hearts today which are sore because of the untimely end of a life so promising and a personality so engaging. The deepest sympathy is felt for the father and mother and two brothers, the youngest of whom, Robert, is also in the King's uniform.

The Late George A. Tennant

Just like a bolt from the sky came the sad and shocking news on Monday, Nov 19th, stating that Pte. George A. Tennant was killed in action somewhere in France on Nov. 3rd.  George Ansley Tennant was the only son of Mr. and Mrs. T. J. Tennant of Toronto, and was twenty-three years of age.  He was a nephew of Mrs. J. Lester, Tenth Line Lanark, and was well and favorably known in Lanark township.  Pte. Tennant enlisted at Toronto in February, 1916, with the 180th Field Batt. and went overseas the following fall and there was transferred to the 123rd Pioneer Batt., B.E.F.  He was much loved by all who knew him and in his death we can say that Canada has given another of her most gallant young heroes who when duty called him nobly answered the call and bravely did his part in the great struggle for freedom.  It is with pride that we can say that George Tennant, like many more of our brave boys, loved honor more than he feared death.  He leaves to mourn his loss besides his sorrowing friends, his father, mother and five sisters, namely, Mrs. George Hellacer, Mrs. E. Young, Mrs. Thos. McGee, Mrs. C. Bowering, Mrs. Wesley Hudie, all of Toronto, who have the deepest sympathy of the whole community in their sore trial.

Military Cross - Lt. R. G. Wilson, whose father was familiarly known to many Almonters as Bob Wilson, has been awarded the military cross for distinguished conduct at the battle of Lens.  Lt. Wilson's mother, who lives at the Soo, has received a letter of congratulation addressed to her son by General V. W. Odlum, commander of the 11th Canadian Brigade, in which reference is made to the Lieutenant's courage in saving life under fire, and to gallant and clever work at Alpaca trench and the adjoining houses of Lens during a critical period in the attack upon that city.  Lt. Wilson, in a recent letter, says; "The fighting just at present is hand to hand stuff of the worst kind.  I sure intend to kill every time I shoot.  I think I'll get a second revolver as it is hard to keep one loaded.  Don't worry, I'm a great dodger of shot and shell; and although one never knows the minute the worst may happen, the worst doesn't scare me."

McFarland - Stevenson

At the home Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Stevenson, "Pleasant View Farm," Drake, Sask., on Tuesday, the 13th inst, at three o'clock, Rev. Wm. Eltom united in holy matrimony their eldest daughter, Alice Iscle (Stevenson), and Mr. Robert John McFarland, son of Mrs. Isabell McFarland of Drake.  The ceremony was witnessed by immediate friends only and took place under an arch of red, white and blue twined with autumn leaves, with a background of Union Jacks. The bride was attended by her sister, Miss Annie Patience Stevenson, while the groom was supported by his brother, Mr. Joseph Clemens McFarland.  The bridal party entered the room to the strains of Lohengrin's Bridal Chorus played by Mrs. Frank McFarland.  The bride was given away by her father and wore an ivory silk crepe de chene dress with long veil and wreath of orange blossoms.  The bridesmaid wore a copenhagen silk poplin with georgette crepe collar and cuffs, trimmed with guipure lace.  Congratulations followed, after which all sat down to a sumptuous wedding dinner, the dining room being decorated with bells and Union Jacks.  Mr. and Mrs. McFarland left on the 7.30 train for Saskatoon, the bride wearing a travelling suit of blue and cream check lady's cloth, tailored waits of ivory Habitual silk and white hat.  On their return they will take up residence in their new home at Bloomfield and the sincere wishes of many friends her are for continued prosperity and happiness.  Many choice gifts and generous cheques received by the young couple testified to their popularity and the esteem in which they were held.

Clayton News

Mrs. John Robertson of Union Hall received a cablegram on Friday evening informing her that her son, James Cochrane, had been wounded, this time in the shoulder.

A memorial service will be held next Sunday morning at 10.30 o'clock in the Methodist church here, in memory of Pte. Geo. Tennant, son of Mr. Jos. Tennant of Lloyd, who gave his life for his country "Somewhere in France," on October 30th. 

It was with very deep regret that peopled received the sad news on Saturday of the death of Mr. Clare Paul, Somewhere in France.  Clare was a general favorite here and his untimely death caused deep sorrow among his many friends here, and they wish to extend to the bereaved father and mother their sympathy.

Lloyd News

The sympathy of the community goes out to Mr. Joseph Tennant and family in the bereavement they have sustained in the death of his son, George Harvey Tennant, who was killed in action somewhere in France on Oct., 30th.  he enlisted with a western battalion and went overseas last October.  He was only twenty-seven years old.  Another of our brave boys who has given his life for this country.

Another Life Sacrificed

Last week the message came to friends that Pte. George Harvey Tennant had been killed in action.  Pte. Tennant was a son of Mr. Joseph Tennant, Lanark township, and was born August 12th, 1890.  He received his early education at James' School and In the spring of 1909 went west to seek his fortune.  After working near Reston and later at Winnipeg for some time, he went to Pincher Creek, Alberta, and when he enlisted had been working for the C.P.R. as a fireman.  He enlisted in the 192nd Battalion in the spring of 1916 and after training at Sarcee Camp, Alta., went overseas in October of the same year.  He was sent to France about July 1st of this year and gave his life in the cause of liberty and right on October 30th.  Our deepest sympathy is extended to the bereaved ones.

A Drummond Landmark.

Mr. Henry McComisky, aged 86, and a resident of Drummond township known all over the county for his stature and his sturdiness, died in a Smiths Falls hospital on Wednesday.

The Almonte Gazette - Friday, March 4, 1927

Sudden Death Of Dr. Hanly Last Monday

Widely Known Medical Practitioner Passes As He Reaches His Home - Was Visiting Patients - For Thirty-Four Years He Was Prominent Citizen of Almonte

Dr. John Frederick Hanly, widely known medical practitioner, died very suddenly on Monday afternoon as he stepped from his cutter after returning home from visiting his patients.  He was 58 years of age.  His sudden passing stirred the community deeply.  For about a year he had not been in the best of health.  heart trouble was the cause.  Early last summer he went to Toronto to seek the advice of specialists, and was warned that he would require to take the greatest care.  For a time he did very little work, but he soon abandoned the life of ease suggested to hi and plunged again into the hard work in which he rejoiced.  Dr. Hanly was a son of the late Dr. John Hanly of Waubaushene, on the Georgian Bay.  He was a graduate of Toronto University, and for a time assisted his father in his extensive medical practice.  It was a practice which involved arduous travel by land and water and often on snowshoes in winter.  From boyhood up he was trained to feats of physical endurance.  He became a skilful sailor, and preserved to the end a great love for the water.  Last summer he spent a short time amongst the scenes of his boyhood and visited at Midland, his aged mother and his brothers.  Thirty-four years ago Dr. Hanly came to Almonte and throughout that long period he occupied a prominent position in the community.  Despite the exacting nature of a large practice he devoted a large amount of his time to educational matters.  For many years he was a member of the Almonte Board of Education, of which he had been chairman, and he was a prominent member of the Lanark County Educational Association.  He was a scholarly man, and he loved good books.  he took a deep interest in the Public Library and was associated with it for a long time as a member of the board.  he was himself possessed of a carefully selected library.  Dr. Hanly was medical health officer for Almonte.  There is no doubt that the strain and anxiety caused by the recent epidemics took a large toll of his strength.  he was the local physician for the C.P.R.  He took an active interest in the affairs of his church and for many years was secretary of Bethany United congregation.  he was frequently urged to allow himself to be appointed an elder of the church, but always refused.  In politics he was a strong Liberal.  He attended the last Liberal convention at Lanark Village to nominate a federal candidate, but he was unable to be present at the convention to nominate a provincial candidate.  This was the first convention he had missed in 26 years.  Besides his wife and his widowed mother, he leaves two sons and a daughter to mourn his loss; Arthur, of New York; Lois, of Toronto, and Bruce at home.  Two brothers, who reside at Midland, also survive him.  Seven or eight years ago Dr. Hanly met with a nasty accident.  he was coming down the steps of the R. M. Hospital in winter after visiting his patients, when he slipped on the ice, and fell heavily.  His head was badly cut.  Dr. Hanly in his younger days was a good athlete, and was prominent in sport while a student at Toronto University.  he was particularly fond of cricket, and played for many years with the Almonte Club.  he was a good skater and a good oarsman.  he took a deep interest in the local hockey team and this was the first winter that he was unable to go to the rink to see a game.  The funeral took place this Thursday afternoon from the family residence on Country Street to the Auld Kirk Cemetery.  There was a very large gathering of mourners, one of the largest seen here in recent years.  Rev. J. R. MacCrimmon, of Bethany United Church, conducted the service and the pallbearers were Messrs. T. J. Reid, Henry Brown, D. J. Dick, M. R. MacFarlane, W. West, and Adam Craig.  Relatives present included Dr. Hanly's two sons, Arthur and Bruce; his daughter, Miss Lois Hanly; and his two brothers from Midland.  Among those from out of town were Mr. Robert Young, and Mrs. George Bennett, of Ottawa; Messrs. Robert Paterson, David Findlay, W. R. Caldwell, Dr. Downing and Dr. Johnston, of Carleton Place.  There were many from the country round about.  The members of the Board of Education and the town council where present in a body.  The schools were closed In the afternoon and all the members of the teaching staff attended.  The blinds of most of the places of business were drawn as the long funeral procession wended its way through the town to the last resting place of the deceased physician.  

Mrs. Harry Ferguson

Mrs. Harry Ferguson died at Carleton Place on Saturday in her 64th year after a lengthy illness.  She was born in the Scotch Corners, her maiden name being Susanne Poole.  her husband predeceased her by two years and eight months.  One son, Ross survives.

Hugh Elmer McCabe

Citizens of Sudbury turned out in large numbers to pay their last respect to the late Hugh Elmer McCabe.  Characterized by an impressive military dignity, the entire service was a fitting tribute to the last Mr. McCabe's career  both as a soldier and as a civilian.  About fifty members of the Canadian Legion, of which the deceased was a member were in attendance.  St. Andrew's Church to which the late Mr. McCabe had belonged, was the scene of the ceremony.  A magnificent array of flowers, including a wreath of poppies from the veterans of Sudbury, bore testimony to the affectionate regard in which the deceased was held by his fellow citizens, while a large Union Jack covered the casket.  The pallbearers, all members of the Legion, were as follows; Donald Cameron, Russel Horne, Herbert Wallace, John Ledingham, Adelard Perras and John Maxwell.  The Sudbury Veterans' and Citizens' Band occupied the choir loft.  "I have fought the fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith." was the text of an impressive address in which Rev. W. A. Whidden laid stress upon the noble character and upright life of the last Mr. McCabe.  As the cortege left the church, the solemn and inspiring strains of "The Chant for Dead Heroes" were played by E. R. Beattie at the organ, and were followed by the sounding of "The Last Post" by Bugler Collier.  The band, which headed the procession to Park Lawn Cemetery, Played the "Dead March In Saul." The procession proceeded up Larch St. to Durham, along Durham to Eim and thence to the Copper Cliff Road.  The ceremony at the graveside was very brief, owing to the cold.  The following are the floral tributes; wreaths from Smith & Travers Diamond Drill Co., Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Jessop, Diamond Drill crew, Creighton Mine, C.P.R. Hockey Club, Mr. and Mrs. Drysbrough and family, Mr. and Mrs. S. Jessop and family, Sudbury; Comrades of the Canadian Legion; anchor from the Evans Co.; pillow from father, brother and sisters; gates ajar from the Evans Co, staff; baskets from Miss Myrtle McLeod, Miss Florence Johnson, Mr. Dick Demorest, Mr. Herb Wallace, Mr. Russell Horne, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Jarvis and family, Miss M. Benson, Mrs. Geo. Porter, Mr. and Mrs. James McCrindle and family; sprays from Mrs. Wolfe and family of Toronto; Miss Cora Fisher, of Weston; Mr. and Mrs. J. Stevenson, of Coniston; Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Rowat, Mr. and Mrs. Willis Moon, Miss Isabel Matheson, of Welland, Mr. Wm. McVittle, Mr. and Mrs. R. Dorsett, Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Whitehead, Mr. and Mrs. J. McInnes, Mr. and Mrs. L. A. Raymond, Mr. and Mrs. H. P. McKeown, Sudbury Lodge I.O.O.F. No. 282, Mrs. M. Code, and Dorothy, Mr. and Mrs. D. L. Brown and Minnie, Mr. and Mrs. Adam Craig, of North Bay, Mr. A. Parent, Mr. D. W. Jessup, Miss May Dever, Mr. W. H. McKeown, Dr. and Mrs. W. C. Morrison, Mr. and Mrs. Alex. Fournier, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Taylor, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Connelly, Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Durkee, Mr. and Mrs. Finlay McNaughton, the Girls Auxiliary of Church of Epiphany, Mr. and Mrs. Roy McDonald, Mrs. J. Perry, Mr. and Mrs. A. B. McLeod, of the Soo, Mr. J. L. Patterson, Miss Beatrice White, Mrs. W. B. Graham and family, Mr. and Mrs. W. O. White, Mr. and Mrs. George Fensom, the Young People's Society of St. Andrew's Church, Mr. and Mrs. D. S. McKee.

Joseph Smith Dies In West

A message from Bengough, Sask., tells of the death of Mr. Joseph Smith, formerly of Ramsay, who passed away Wednesday, aged 74 years.  Mrs. W. E. McNeely and Mrs. Norman Carmichael, of Beckwith are daughters.