Keith Thompson, Clayton, Ontario - 30 November, 2000

A charming wedding was solemnized at St. George's church, Clayton, on Wednesday of this week, the ceremony taking place at 5 o'clock in the afternoon. At that hour, Mr. Thos. W. Finlayson, a prosperous young farmer of the 2nd line of Ramsay, led to the altar Miss Alice Annie Richards, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E. A. Richards, who reside a couple of miles or so from the groom's home. Mr. H. E. Goode, of Ottawa, was groomsman, while Miss Rath, a cousin of the bride, gracefully performed the duties of bridesmaid. Rev. Robt. Turley, incumbent of the church, tied the Gordian knot in the presence of relatives of both families and a number of personal friends. At the conclusion of the ceremony an adjournment was made to the home of the bride's parents, where a sumptuous wedding dinner awaited them, which was done full justice to. At the conclusion a couple of hours or so were spent in pleasant social intercourse, and later the newly wedded couple repaired to their home, accompanied by the goof wishes of the company for a long and prosperous voyage o'er the matrimonial sea. The gifts to the bride, who is popular with a large circle of friends, were numerous, many of them costly, and all of them useful. Since the above was place in type a Clayton correspondent sends the following additional particulars;  The bride, who was tastefully dressed in white silk with an over dress of point d'esprit and white hat to match and carrying a bouquet of cream roses, entered the church leaning on the arm of her father. She was followed by her bridesmaid, Miss Mildred Rath, who wore a pretty dress of white batiste trimmed with lace and insertion and large leghorn hat, and carried a bouquet of pink roses. The groomsman was Mr. Goode of Ottawa. After the ceremony the bridal party and guests, which numbered about fifty, drove to the home of the bride's parents, where a sumptuous dinner was served. A toast was proposed by Rev. R. Turley to which the groom replied. The bride's going away dress was brown eoline with hat to match.

April 27 - It was with feelings of regret that many friends of Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Morris, (formerly of this place, now of Haileybury) heard of the death of their youngest daughter, Miss Gertrude, who died with brain fever on Wednesday last. She had been ill for some time and last week, Mrs. Robt. McDonald, of Kenmore and Miss Ethel (sisters) were called to her bedside, only to be there a few days previous to her death. Gertie had many friends here whose affections she had won when going to High school. The friends of this community extend Mr. and Mrs. Morris and family their sincerest sympathy in their sad bereavement.

The following was intended for publication in last week's Gazette, but did not reach us until too late.  Deep sorrow has fallen over Hopetown and Shigawake, Que., when on New Year's Eve the sad news reached here the one of our most enterprising young men had met with a serious accident, which resulted in death five hours later. Thomas Alfred Robinson, known among his friends as "Fred", was a brakeman at Sudbury, and while at work he slipped and fell from the top of a box car, the car passing over his legs and crushing them. He was immediately taken to the hospital In the midst of agonizing pain his sole thought was for the dearly-loved mother and sister so far away, who were denied the privilege of ministering in his last hours. Loved and honored by his companions, who formed a parade and marched through the town on New Year's night as a last token of their love and esteem. Mr. Baxter, formerly of Ottawa, who had know Mr. Robinson for two years and was a particular friend of the deceased, accompanied the body home to Hopetown, Que. The funeral took place on Wednesday, Jan. 4th, from his mother's residence to Shigawake cemetery, where the body was laid to rest beside his father and brother. The procession consisted of 65 vehicles. The casket was buried In wreathes of flowers from Sudbury, Almonte, Ottawa and Montreal, and also from his friends at home. To the sorrowing mother and sister is conveyed the sympathy of the whole community, and it may be added that in their deep grief they have the blessed consolation that the deceased left behind him a record of a noble life well spent. Unselfishness and kindliness of heart characterized him as a Christian gentleman in word and deed. He was well know in Almonte, Ont. He was a nephew of Mrs. W. E. Sutherland, Union Hall.

Dear Mrs. Paul: We the members of the Woman's Auxiliary and Parish Guild, of Clayton, desire to express our sorrow that you are so soon to sever your connection with us. As our secretary-treasurer, you have fulfilled your duties in a faithful and efficient manner. As a member, you have always taken a deep interest in our work and by your present at our meetings have inspired us with renewed energy and perseverance. To remind you of the happy and useful hours we have spent together and as a small token of our esteem and regret, we now ask you to accept this Fruit Basket. We hope and pray that your future as well as that of your husband and family may be bright and prosperous and that the loss to the church here may be to its gain wherever you may go. Signed on behalf of the members. Hattie Scantlebury, President.

A very pretty wedding was solemnized on Tuesday, 29th inst. In St. George's church, Clayton, by the Rev. Robt. Turley, between Oswald M. (Montgomery), son of Mr. Tom Montgomery of Lanark, and Miss Nellie (Nolan), daughter of Mrs. John Nolan of this place. The ceremony took place at four o'clock. The bride, looking very sweet, was conducted b her brother Arthur, and attended by her sister Miss Minnie. The groomsman was Mr. Tom Montgomery , brother of the groom. The groom's present to the bride was a diamond brooch; to the bridesmaid, a gold necklace; and to the groomsman, a gold ring. The bride wore a cream taffeta silk princess gown, with draped bodice trimmed with silk appliqué. A long tulle veil covering her train was arranged over her hair with orange blossoms. Instead of a bouquet she carried her Prayer Book adorned with a small shower of ribbons and flowers. The bridesmaid wore a dress of chiffon taffeta, blue and white, with a lace hat to match, and carried a bouquet of pink peonies. After the ceremony, owing to the large number of guests, the wedding supper was served in the Forester's Hall, which adjoins the home of the bride. The tables were tastefully decorated with flowers and ferns. The hall was effectively draped with white streamers. The new married couple received their guests at the home of the bride's mother, and were showered with congratulations and good wishes. The esteem in which the bride is held was evidenced by two presentations made her previous to her marriage. The members of the Woman's Guild of St. George's church, of which she has been the efficient secretary, met at the rectory and presented her with a case of pearl handled fruit knives, accompanied by a kindly worded address, signed by Edith C. Turley, Present, and Mary J. Tennant, Secretary. Miss Nolan feelingly replied. On Monday evening the members of the choir met in the vestry of St. George's Church and present Miss Nolan with a letter travelling suit case and an address, in appreciation of her willing services as choir leader, and in token of their regard. Mr. and Mrs. Montgomery leave on Friday for St. Louis, accompanied by the good wishes of a host of friends. The bride's going-away dress is of red taffeta silk, with a grey hat trimmed with red wings and flowers.

A happy event took place at the home of Mr. Jacob Price's on Wednesday at three o'clock p.m., when his daughter Mary (Price), was married to Mr. Thomas Fife, of McDonald's Corners. Rev. F. Miller performed the ceremony in the presence of about forty guests. The couple were ably assisted by the bride's sister, Marion, who wore a pretty dress of white muslin trimmed with valentine lace and insertion and Mr. Roy McDonald, nephew of the groom. The bride wore a handsome dress of cream eolinine trimmed with allover lace and silk insertion. Mr. and Mrs. Fife left next day for their farm home at McDonald's Corners, the bride travelling in a gown of grey cloth with allover lace waist over white silk.

A quite wedding was celebrated on Wednesday last, when Miss Ethel Morris was married to Mr. Sherman Christie, son of Mr. Ira Christie of Melvin settlement. The ceremony was performed at St. Matthew's Church by Rev. R. A. Archer. Mr. and Mrs. Christie left for Haileybury, and will spend their honeymoon with the bride's parents at that place.

A very pretty wedding took place in St. George's church, Clayton, on Wednesday, July 7th, at 5 p.m., when Miss Nettie Proctor was united to Mr. Jas. Johnston. The Rev. R. Turley officiated. The bride looked charming in a beautiful costume of white organdie trimmed with valances lace and insertion. She wore a bridal veil with wreath of bridal roses and carried a white Prayer Book hung with streamers of white satin ribbon showered with lilies of the valley. Miss Mildred Proctor, niece of the bride, acted as bridesmaid. She wore a dainty dress of pale blue voile trimmed with over lace and blue hat to match and carried a bouquet of pin roses. Miss Annie Appleby of Pembroke, another niece of the bride, was mad of honor. She wore a dress of white over pale blue taffeta and white lace hat to match and carried a bouquet of orange blossoms. Mr. Arthur Nolan of Clayton acted as groomsman. The wedding reception was held at the home of the groom. The present were both numerous and beautiful. The many friends of the bride and groom in Clayton together wish them much success.

The home of Mr. and Mrs. C. McNeil of the village was the scene of a very happy gathering on Wednesday, May 26th, when their daughter Aggie (McNeil) was united in marriage to Mr. J. B. Miller of this place, Rev. Mr. MacLeod officiating. The bride and groom were unattended. The bride wore a dress of crepe de chene with lace and insertion. The gifts were numerous and very pretty including cheques from a number of the near relatives. The groom's gift to the bride was a crescent of pearls. A wedding hymn was sung by Miss E. A. Stevenson, accompanied by Miss Eva Robertson of Almonte. After the marriage the guest sat down to a table loaded with good things. After a few hours pleasantly spent the happy couple drove to their new home at Drummond Centre followed by the good wishes of their many friends.

The last of her generation, Miss Catherine Bowland, passed away at the home of her nephew, Mr. O. Bowland, on Monday, last from the infirmities of old age. She was born on the homestead, where she died, 87 years ago, being the first child born to the late J. Bowland in this country. She was closely affiliated with the religious and charitable life of the district which she had seen merge from its primeval chaos to its present prosperity. The funeral on Wednesday was a large one. Mr. H. Bowland of this town is a nephew.

The people of this section were shocked last Sunday morning when they heard that Mr. R. Arthur Tennant was seriously ill, but when it was learned that he had passed away that evening about seven o'clock every home in the community was saddened. Mr. Tennant took ill on Wednesday previous with dysentery prevalent at present. He was much better by Saturday, but early on Sunday morning complications set in. Two physicians and a trained nurse were in attendance, and everything possible was done but he passed peacefully away the same evening. The last Mr. Robert Arthur Tennant was born here thirty-five years ago being the eldest of the family of Mr. Wesley and the last Mrs. Tennant. He had always resided on the homestead and was an up to date finance person holding many offices of church and state. He was a Mason and also a Forester and the former took part in the funeral services held on Wednesday. He was much respected by all who knew him and he made many friends wherever he went. He will be much missed, especially in the neighborhood and his own home where he was an affectionate son of brother. The funeral services were conducted by the Rev. G. A. brunet, rector of St. George's, of which church Mr. Tennant was a Warden and most faithful member. Deceased's father and two sisters and one brother were present, namely Mrs. R. K. McFarlane (Nellie) of Winthrop, Ont., Bessie, at home, and Herbert of the Ottawa Collegiate staff. Herbert reached home to see his brother before he died but Mrs. McFarlane did not get home till Tuesday morning. The family have the most sincere sympathy of the community in their sad bereavement. The floral offerings were many and beautiful including; Anchor, family; cross, St. George's congregation; wreath, Evergreen No. 206, A.F. and A.M.; pillow, Mr. Thos. E. James and family; spray, Mrs. Weise and Miss Minnie Weise; wreath, Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Tennant and family; spray, Mr. and Mrs. Alfred James and family; cut flowers, Lillian James; spray, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Montgomery; spray, Mr. and Mrs. David MacFarlane; spray, Mr. and Mrs. Will Rothwell; cross, Baseball Club; spray, Messrs. Herb and Wilbur James; cross, Janey Canuck Institute; spray, Directors of Lanark Township Agr. Society; cut flowers, Mr. and Mrs. John R. James and family; cut flowers, Lillian Kellough; cut flowers, Master Edward Moulton.

This clipping was taken from the Salem, Nebraska, Standard. Mrs. Nolan will be remembered as the oldest daughter of the late Dr. and Mrs. Tilden of Clayton. The home of J. T. Shrimpton was the scene of a lovely wedding Wednesday evening, July 28th, when Miss Olive Ann Tilden became the bride of Mr. Lionel Nolan of Chapleau, Ont. Before the ceremony Miss Anita Wilson sang "I Love You Truly." The bridal part took their places beneath a beautiful arch of ferns interwoven with Queen Anne lace flowers, while Miss Lila Spurlock played the wedding march from Lohengrin, accompanied by Miss Wilson on the violin. Rev. B. A. Bessire performed the impressive ring ceremony; then Miss Spurlock played Mendelssohn's wedding march during congratulations. The exquisite costume was of white crepe meteor en train with lace and net overdress. Her chiffon veil was held in place by a band of pearls and lilies of the valley. She carried a shower bouquet of white roses. The time honored custom was observed by her wearing "something old, something new, something borrowed and something blue." About thirty-five relatives and friends witnessed the ceremony. The house was artistically decorated in green and white. In the dining room, where refreshments were served, the table was decorated with asters and smilax and long tulle streamers brought from the chandeliers to the corners of the table. Miss Beryl Baldwin served punch throughout the evening. As the bride threw her bouquet it was caught by Miss Irene Spurlock. Mr. and Mrs. Nolan left the next day for Canada where they will visit Montreal, Quebec and Toronto before going to the home in Chapleau, Ontario. The bride's going away gown was of brown chiffon broadcloth, with hat to match. Mrs. Nolan is one of Salem's most charming and popular young ladies. She has been a very successful teacher in the public schools, and is well beloved by old and young alike. Mr. Nolan is employed as engineer on the Canadian Pacific railroad. The host of friends with the young couple a happy honeymoon and a long, successful life.

Clayton village and district have had to part with one who has been a life-long resident in the person of Mrs. Alex Rath. She will long be remembered for her many kind deeds and helping hand whenever it was needed. She had a long life and took a very great interest in the affairs of the community and especially the work of the church which she dearly loved, also the Women's Institute. Her maiden name was Elizabeth Leckie Paul, a daughter of the late Mr. Robert Paul and his wife Sarah Houston. She was born in Dalhousie and was in her 84th year. When quite young she came here with her parents and resided on a farm now owned by Mr. Wm. M. Drynan. In 1886 she married Alex Rath and they settled on the farm now owned by Mr. Edgar Hudson. Mr. Rath predeceased her in 1924. Mrs. Rath is the last of a family of seven. She was a valued member of St. George's Church and a regular attendant also of the Guild and W.A. For a number of years she made her home with her daughter, Mrs. J. L. Erskine. She had been in failing health for the past year but became quite ill about a month ago and was at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Edgar Hudson. Two weeks ago she came to spend awhile with her daughter, Mrs. C. Stanley, where she passed away on Monday, Sept. 15th. She is survived by her three daughters, Essie, Mrs. J. L. Erskine of Almonte; Evyleen, Mrs. Edgar Hudson; Annie, Mr. Clifford Stanley both of Clayton, also three grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. The funeral was held on Wednesday afternoon from the home of Mr. and Mrs. Stanley to St. George's Anglican Church where service was conducted by the rector, Rev. A. E. W. Godwin. During the service, the rector sang "Rock Of Ages." Interment was made in the family plot in St. George's Cemetery. The pallbearers were Messrs, Edward Shane, John R. McIntosh, George Bolger, Kenneth Robertson, Kenneth Hudson and Keith Stanley. Many beautiful floral tributes were received which testified to the high esteem in which deceased was held.

The marriage of Mr. Charles McKnight, of Chapleau, Ont., and Miss Mildred Rath, of Clayton, occurred at St. George's church, Clayton on Saturday, August 7th, at high noon, Rev. G. Brunet officiating. Mr. Robert Paul of Almonte played the wedding march. The bride, leaning upon the arm of her father, came up the aisle preceded by the bridesmaid, Miss Ethel Rath, where they were met by the groom and Mr. Arthur Nolan. The church was prettily decorated in a profusion of flowers and ferns. The bride looked very pretty in white crepe de chine. Her veil of embroidered net was caught up with orange blossoms. She carried a beautiful bouquet of bride's roses and sweet peas. She wore the groom's gift, a handsome cavalier of pearls. About forty guest were present at the reception held at the home of the bride's parents. Mrs. McKnight is the oldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Rath, and one of Clayton's most popular and charming young ladies. Mr. McKnight is a conductor for the Canadian Pacific railroad and is highly esteemed by all who know him. The gifts were costly and many, including several cheques. The groom present Miss Rath with a diamond brooch, Mr. Nolan with military brushes, Mr. Paul with a fountain pen, and his bride with a handsome cheque. Following a short trip to Ottawa and other points, Mr. and Mrs. McKnight will return to Chapleau, where he has a home awaiting his young bride. Their many friends wish for them a life of happiness and prosperity.

On Saturday morning, Jan. 1st., the brittle thread of life which binds the soul and body were severed and death took from our midst dear little Anna Meda (Finlayson), only child of Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Finlayson of Ramsay. She was only 5 years and 9 months old, and her sudden passing away was a tremendous shock to both parents and community, as she was just three days ill. She was a very bright, cheerful and cunning child, and a great favorite with those who knew her. Just before death she repeated every word of a little prayer her mother had taught her. The funeral took place Monday, Jan. 3rd, from her father's residence to St. George's cemetery. The service at the house was conducted by Rev. Mr. Merrilees and at the grave by Rev. Mr. Brunet. In spite of the inclemency of the weather there was a very large funeral over seventy carriages being in the cortege. The floral tributes were: Wreaths, from Mr. and Mrs. Finlayson, parents of deceased; spray, from Mr. and Mrs. Mack Richards, spray from Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Finlayson and James and Mack Richards, uncles of deceased. The sympathy of the community goes out to Mr. and Mrs. Finlayson in their bereavement. Tender Shepherd thou hast stilled, Now Thy little lamb's brief weeping, Oh, how peaceful, pure and mild, In Thy loving arms 'tis sleeping, And no sign of anguish sore, Heaves that little bosom more.

A marriage in which much interest centered took place at the home of Mrs. Creighton of Lanark village, on Wednesday afternoon of this week, when her daughter, Miss Madge (Creighton), was married to Mr. Roy Robertson, son of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Robertson of Union Hall. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Mr. MacLeod of Lanark, the bride being given away by her brother-in-law, Mr. Ed, Buffam. Miss Clara Penman played Lohengrin's Bridal Chorus. The bride was dressed in pink ninon, and carried a bouquet of white and pink carnations, and wore a pendant set of pearls, the gift of the groom. After the ceremony and congratulations over, the wedding party sat down to supper, and joy and gladness surrounded the festal board. A reception was held in the evening, when about fifty guest were present. Much was added to the enjoyment by Mr. and Mrs. Thos. McMunn of Lloyd, who gave several violin duets, in addition to which songs were given by Mr. Hilton Thompson of Galbraith, Miss Clara Penman of Lanark and little Master Geo. Buffam. The gifts received by the bride were numerous and useful and voiced the esteem and respect in which the young people are held.

Carleton Place - A 25 year old Almonte man drowned in the Mississippi River hear Innisville Saturday while duck hunting with two friends. The body of Gordon Paterson, of Church Street, Almonte, was recovered by OPP scuba divers in 20 feet of water Saturday afternoon. Paterson was on of Seven Carleton Place and Almonte area residents who went duck hunting early Saturday morning in two separate boats. The boat Paterson was in along with other person was powered by a 2 1/2 horsepower motor. The small boat nosed down into the water, according to police, and turned over. Two other hunters in the boat, Irwin Comerford, 55, and Roy Hastie, 59, both of Carleton Place hung on to the overturned boat and were rescued by hunters in the second boat. Police said Paterson attempted to swim to short but went under with his heavy hunting clothes on. No inquest will be held, police said, death was due to drowning. OPP constable P. A. Lentz of Perth detachment investigated.

Clayton - Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Stanley of Clayton celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary at their home here. They were married Dec. 24, 1912, by Rev. Robert Turley. For a number of years they lived at Cedar Hill and then moved to Clayton. The couple have one son, Keith Stanley, and a daughter, Mrs. Gordon Drynan, both of Almonte; 12 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

Mr. and Mrs. James A. McGregor, 8th line of Ramsay, who observed their golden wedding anniversary at the home of their son, Kenneth, and Mrs. McGregor. They were married in Almonte Presbyterian manse, May 27, 1908 by the rev. Charles Daley. Mrs. McGregor was the former Alice Cochrane. The couple resided in Almonte for six years before moving to the 8th line of Ramsay. Mr. McGregor served for 30 years on the Lanark County Constables force. Mr. and Mrs. McGregor have six sons and two daughters, James, Almonte; Melville and Arthur, Iroquois; Kenneth and Raymond, 8th line of Ramsay, and Norman, Truro, N.S.; Mrs. G. Crawford (Lila), Carleton Place, and Mrs. Don Haley (Jean), Belleville. They also have 18 grandchildren.

Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Drynan, Almonte R.R. No. 1 and their ten children, who won the prize for the largest family attending the Perth Fair. The children are; Elizabeth, 18; Marian, 16; Keith, 14; Leonard, 12; Brian, 10; Bobby, 9; Dorothy, 8; Carl, 7; Linda, 6; and Shirley, 3. The family is accompanied by Mr. Spencer Church of Calabogie (oldest person).

Spencer Church, 106 years of age poses for picture with his 6 year old great granddaughter at the Perth Fair last Monday.

Ryder, John, of Morrisburg, Ont., died suddenly Saturday, April 11, 1970. Mr. John Ryder, beloved husband of Eva J. Cochrane, dear father to Mrs. Arthur Edgerton (Lois), Morrisburg; William, Toronto and grandfather to Miss Kathryn Edgerton of Belleville. Funeral services were held Monday, April 13 at 2 p.m. at the H. C. Fairbairn and Sons Funeral Home, Morrisburg. Interment Fairview Cemetery.

John R. Drynan, his son Orville and the latter's wife, Shirley, were injured when their car collided with a snow plow on highway 17. They were on their way home from visiting Mrs. Drynan, Sr., a patient in the Ottawa Civic Hospital.

(14 March 1914)Reston - Mr. and Mrs. A. Cochrane celebrated their Golden Wedding anniversary at their home here on March 11th with five members of their family present for the occasion. Tea was served to relatives and friends who called during the afternoon and evening. One hundred and thirty-six signed the guest book which was presided over by Miss Bonnie Misener of Virden, granddaughter of the honored couple. A three tiered wedding cake, tastefully decorated for the occasion, and flaked with golden tapers, centered the tea table. Tea honors were shared by Mrs. W. A. Reid, Mrs. F. Misener, Mrs. Gordon Smeltz and Mrs. Harvey Smeltz during the afternoon and by Mrs. T. Fidler of Poplar Point and Mrs. D. Stewart of Calgary in the evening. A turkey dinner was served in the Legion Hall at 6 p.m. and thirty-five attended, including family members and invited guests. Mr. Gordon Cochrane asked the blessing and Mr. Gordon Smeltz proposed the toast to Mr. and Mrs. Cochrane. Congratulatory messages were received from the Honourable Lester B. Pearson, Premier Duff Roblin, Lieut.-Governor Errick Willis, Douglas Watt, M.L.A. and Honorable Walter Dinsdale, M.P. as well as a large number of cards from well wishers. Among the numerous gifts and flowers received were a lovely wall clock from the Hillview Community, presented by Mr. Bill Matthews, a bouquet of bronze and yellow mums from Hillview U.C.W. and a plate glass mirror from the family. The two members of the family missing were Mrs. Margaret Richard of Hampton, Ont., and Mr. Calvin Cochrane of Onaway, Alta. Present were Mrs. Phyllis St. Goddard and Mrs. Ross Benzie, of Reston; Mrs. Frank Misener of Virden, Mr. Bob McIntosh of Rivers and Gordon Cochrane of Snowflake, Man.

On Monday, October 12th, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Ryder, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary at the home of their son, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. A. Ryder, Brookbank Drive, Don Mills, Ontario. The happy couple were the recipients of many gifts including a framed scroll bearing greetings from the Ontario Government. They also received many letters and cards. A letter of congratulations from the Right Honourable John G. Diefenbaker, and Mrs. Jean Wadds, M.P., for Grenville - Dundas; 50 yellow roses were received from the Reeve and citizen of Scarborough. And a phone call from their only granddaughter, Kathryn Edgerton who is attending Albert College and was unable to be present for the happy occasion. Mrs. Ryder wore a gown of black and cranberry silk with a corsage of yellow roses and bronze mums. Mr. Ryder was presented with a white carnation boutonniere. The dining room table was centered with a three tier wedding cake adorned with a gold cup and gold leaves. Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Edgerton arrived in Toronto Sunday night for the happy occasion. Mr. and Mrs. Ryder are formerly from Almonte, Ontario and Morrisburg, Ontario. They now live in Scarborough where Mr. Ryder is retired.

Reston - Funeral service for Mrs. Agnes B. (Reid) Cochrane, 78, was held in the United Church here on Saturday afternoon, July 19, with Rev. H. Dykman, assisted by Rev. E. Schurman conducting the service. Mrs. Cochrane died in Brandon on Wednesday, July 16th after a long illness. She was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Robert Reid and came to Manitoba in 1909 from Ontario, her birthplace. With her husband, the late Andrew A. Cochrane, she lived in the Hill view district for many years before retiring to live in Reston. Mr. Cochrane died in 1965. She was also predeceased by a daughter, two sisters and two brothers. Surviving are five daughters, Mrs. Margaret Ricard, Hampton, Ont., Mrs. Isabel Misener, Virden, Mrs. Phyllis St. Goddard, Reston, Mrs. Ross Benzie (Ella), Reston, and Mrs. R. McIntosh (Myrle), Morden, and two sons, Calvin of Souris and Gordon of Morden. Also surviving are two sisters, Mrs. H. Harrison, Sinclair; Mrs. W. Hitchcock, Calgary; and two brothers, W. A. Reid of Sinclair and Jim Reid of McDonald's Corners, Ontario. She was a member of the United Church and a life member of the U.C.W. Burial was in the Reston Cemetery with the pallbearers being Percy Hitchcock, of Maryfield, Sask,; R. Colquhoun, Virden; Claude Duncan, Fred Paul, Frank Benzie, Souris; Art Cochrane, Morden. Flower bearers were Brian Misener of Virden, a grandson and Donald Benzie of Souris.

Mrs. Betty Ryan announces the forthcoming marriage of her daughter, Beverley Jacqueline "Tildee" (Ryan), to James Ross Drynan, son of Mr. and Mrs. J. Edgar Drynan, all of Smiths Falls. The wedding will take place on Saturday, Oct. 24, 1970, at 2 p.m. in Westminster Presbyterian Church, Smiths Falls.

Mrs. Isobel Drynan, a member of the nursing staff at Almonte General Hospital, has received word that she has passed her examinations as a Registered Nursing Assistant in Ontario.

Mrs. Isobel Drynan was congratulated by Dr. T. P. Keon, Chief of Medical Staff, Almonte General Hospital, following her promotion to Registered Nursing Assistant. Also present was Mrs. H. McCarten, Assistant Director of Nurses.

William Cox, son of Mr. Charles Cox and the late Mrs. Cox, who graduated from the University of Waterloo on Saturday, May 28, with the degree of Bachelor of Applied Science (Civil Engineer). Mr. Cox has been employed for some time by Beaver Construction Co., Ltd. Of Montreal and on graduation was promoted to the position of general superintendent of the Underground Section.

Elgin - Funeral services for the late John Ernest Cochrane, 72, who died April 13 in Souris hospital following a long illness, were held in St. John's Anglican Church, April 16. Rev. C. Chapman conducted the service, assisted by Rev. L. Rowe. Mr. Cochrane was born March 31, 1890, at Clayton, Ont., where he received his education. He came to the Elgin district 50 years ago, where he farmed until retiring to live in Elgin in 1948. He married Evelyn May Lougheed of Regent, Nov 8, 1916, at Regent. Surviving are his wife, five sons, Arthur of Boissevain, Lloyd of Fairfax, Eldon and Kenneth at Elgin and Oswald of Cranbrook, B.C.; three daughters, Mrs. J. Davis and Mrs. C. Murphy of Sudbury, Ont., and Mrs. J. Neufeld of Souris; also four sisters and two brothers; Mrs. J. A. Drynan, I. Cochrane and Mrs. J. McGregor of Almonte, Ont.; A. A. Cochrane, Reston, Mrs. J. Ryder, Toronto, Ont., and Mrs. J. I. Armstrong of Newbury, Ont. He was predeceased by an infant son in 1925. Mr. Cochrane was a member of the Anglican Church and the Masonic Order and held offices on the town board and school board.

St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church was the setting for the marriage of Miss Elizabeth E. Drynan to Mr. James Gleeson on Sat. July 28. Father French assisted by Father Hunt performed the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Drynan and Mr. Gleeson is the son of Mr. and Mrs. John Gleeson all of Almonte. The bride given in marriage by her father, chose a floor length gown of white silk organza over taffeta styled with rounded neckline and three quarter length sleeves. Her elbow-length tulle illustration veil fell from a crown trimmed with pearls and sequins and she wore a single strand of pearls. The bride carried a bouquet of red roses. The matron of honour was Miss Patricia Gleeson, cousin of the bridegroom, and the bridesmaids were Miss Dorothy Drynan and Miss Margaret Ford. The attendants wore dresses of blue net over taffeta. Little Anna Marie Jordan was flower girl also dressed in blue. Mr. Michael Gleeson was best man for his brother and the guests were ushered by Mr. Lawrence Jordan and Leonard Drynan. A reception was held in the Church Hall following the wedding. The couple left on a short honeymoon to points in U.S.A. They will reside in Almonte.

Rev. Llewellyn Graham and Mrs. Graham were honored by the congregation of St. Paul's Anglican Church, Almonte prior to their departure for Canterbury, England, where Mr. Graham will pursue further studies. George Wylie, left and people's warden, presented Mr. Graham and with a purse. George Dunfield, right, church warden, was chairman.

Local stepdancers helped to launch the official opening of the new Clayton Hall on Saturday evening with a spirited display of clogs and reels. From left, Wendy Guay of Almonte, Buster Brown who helped Mac Beattie to provide musical accompaniment, Mrs. Irene Ladouceur of Almonte and granddaughter, Julie Campbell of Aylmer, Quebec. Buster Brown, Susan and Debbie McWatty and the rest of the Valley Cloggers will appear on the Tommy Hunter Show, November 3.

Almonte Steelers, sponsored by Golder Associates came within an ace of winning the Almonte Touch Football League championship last Sunday at Gemmill Park when they dropped an 8 - 7 decision to Stan's Packers. Front row, from left to right: Ron McGrath, Gord Lee, Mike McCabe, Greg Stanley, Ross Munro and Doug Caldwell. Back row, from left the right; Jack McKay, Guy Thurston, Brent McDougall, Paul Smolkin, Mike Thurston, Geoff Thurston and Glenn Stanley. Missing from photo is Kurt Hahn.

Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Shane following their wedding in St. James Anglican Church, Carleton Place. Mrs. Shane is the former Elizabeth Jean New, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas New of Carleton Place.

Mrs. Adam Johnson (Mary Munro) and one of her grandchildren. Mrs. Johnson celebrated her 90th birthday at her home on Queen Street on January 5th.

Mr. John J. Johnson, Malcolm Street, Almonte, who became of member of the nonagenarian club on January 5th, when he observed his 90th birthday.

At the Carleton Place and District Hospital, on Jan. 1, 1973, Agnes Annie Wark, beloved wife of Michael Murray, in her 68th year, dear mother of Stella, Mrs. Keith Blakeley, Almonte; Everette, Arnprior; Madeline, Mrs. Keith Stanley, Almonte; Alice, Mrs. Fred Bruce, Picton; Mary, Mrs. Gordon Robertson, Arnprior; and Anita of Ottawa. Resting at the Comba Funeral Home, Church St., Almonte, where funeral service will be held on Thursday, Jan 4, at 2 p.m. Rev. Robert McCrae officiating. Interment Clayton United cemetery.

Mary Lauretta (Laura) (Robertson) Miller passed away in the Carleton Place and District Memorial Hospital on Monday, November 27th, after a short illness. Born September 16, 1881, she was the eldest in the family of the late William Robertson and Mary Ann Scott of Union Hall and the beloved wife of the late William J. Miller. Mrs. Miller is survived by her six children, Elsie (Mrs. Samuel J. Gardiner, Carleton Place; W. Bert, Almonte, R.R. 2; Agnes (Mrs. Eldin Currie), Almonte; John R., Almonte, R.R. 2; Leonard S., Iroquois; Raymond S. B. , St. Catherines; 19 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren; one sister, Nellie (Mrs. Harry McIntosh), Perth; a brother, Gordon Robertson, Salmon Arm, B.C. She was predeceased by a brother Roy of Union hall in 1971. The funeral was held from the Kerry Funeral Home, Almonte, on Wednesday, November 29th. The service was conducted by the Rev. Gordon C. Smyth, B.A. Interment was in the family plot in the United Church Cemetery, Clayton. The pallbearers were Eldon Ireton, Neil McIntosh, Edwin Halpenny, Robert Miller, Earl Sweeney, and Westly Paul.

Honored Guests at Remembrance Day dinner included Silver Cross Mothers; Mrs. Clifford Stanley (left); Mrs. A. Easton and Mrs. W. Burke. Representing Perth's Silver Cross Mothers, Mrs. Burke laid the traditional wreath at the cenotaph.