Anniversaries - 1930 to 1947 from The Perth Courier

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Perth Courier, June 27, 1930

Mr. and Mrs. Ed Cain, of 128 Gore Street will be home to their friends on Wednesday afternoon, July 2 from two to six on the occasion of their 25^th wedding anniversary.

Perth Courier, July 4, 1930

Mr. and Mrs. James Farnell of Zion(?) near(?) Beachburg, celebrated their 50^th wedding anniversary on July 19.  The celebration was of three fold interest for in the presence of sixty guests the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Ross and the great-grandchild of Mr. and Mrs. Farnell was baptized by Rev. W. Higgs and congratulations were extended to their daughter Vera and her husband Ralph Porter who were that day married in Carleton Place and motored to her parents home to join in the celebration.  A basket of fifty roses was presented to the bride of fifty years ago by the Zion Women’s Institute and on behalf of the neighbors two leather covered chairs were presented.  L. Rappin read an address.  Mr. and Mrs. Farnell were married on June 16, 1886 the bride being the former Eliza Saunders of Franktown.  The groom is a native of Perth.

Perth Courier, Sept. 12, 1930

On Saturday, Sept. 13, G.L. Walker, druggist and Mrs. Walker will observe their Silver Wedding anniversary.  On Wednesday, Sept. 13, 1905, at the residence of the bride’s mother on Wilson Street, Edith Allan Lister, daughter of Mrs. Alexander Kippen, was married to George Lockhart Walker of New York by Rev. Dugald Currie.  Mr. and Mrs. Walker resided for some years afterwards in New York where Mr. Walker was in the drug business.  A few years later they returned to Perth, Mr. Walker opening a drug business in the Balderson Theater block after its erection.

Perth Courier, Oct. 31, 1930

The Courier congratulates N.B. Nicholl, proprietor of the Hotel Perth and Mrs. Nichol on reaching the 25^th anniversary of their wedding on Thursday, Oct. 23.  In Lanark Township on Tuesday October 23, 1905, with Rev. William McDonald officiating Mr. Nicholl was married to Miss Mary Pepper, daughter of William Pepper.  Ever since their marriage, Mr. and Mrs. Nicholl have resided in Perth, enjoying the high regard and esteem of their many acquaintances.

Perth Courier, November 21, 1930

Monday of this week was a happy occasion in the lives of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Bothwell of Gore Street west for on that day they celebrated their Golden Wedding anniversary.  On November 17, 1880, Thomas Bothwell son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Joshua Bothwell, was married to Christina MacPhail, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Donald MacPhail of Drummond by Rev. Dr. Bain, minister of St. Andrews Presbyterian Church.  For the next half century following their marriage Mr. and Mrs. Bothwell have continually resided in Perth.  To them were born four sons:  Austin, Donald, George and Ernest, all deceased, and one daughter Christabel(?) (Mrs. D.A. Lothian) of Kirkland Lake.  Mr. and Mrs. Bothwell were at home to their friends on Monday and were kept on their feet receiving their many visitors from town, country side and distant parts who extended congratulations to the estimable couple and brought gifts of gold, flowers, etc., and they were also the recipients of a large number of letters and telegrams.  Among those from a distance attending the joyous event were Messrs. Ed Bothwell of Park Ridge, Illinois; Dave Bothwell of Menominee, Michigan, both brothers of Mr. Bothwell.  Also, Donald Lothian of Belleville, grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Bothwell.  Also Mrs. (Rev) Donald MacPhail of Kingston, sister-in-law of Mrs. Bothwell; Mrs. William Findlay, Mrs. Jas. Craig, Mrs. Norman M. Riddell of Carleton Place; John Miller and Miss Isobel Miller of Smith’s Falls.  Mr. and Mrs. Bothwell are both enjoying splendid health, a matter of gratification to their many friends and acquaintances.

Perth Courier, Feb. 6, 1931 

Mr. and Mrs. T. J. Scanlon, much respected residents of Westport, celebrated their Golden Wedding Anniversary on Sunday, Feb. 1

Perth Courier, Feb. 20, 1931

Marking the anniversary of their 25^th wedding anniversary, Mr. and Mrs. Hulbert will be at home to their old friends on Saturday, Feb. 21 from 4:00 to 6:00 in the Theater Apartments.

Perth Courier, Feb. 27, 1931

On Saturday afternoon, Mr. and Mrs. B. H. Hulbert were at home to their friends on the occasion of their Silver Wedding anniversary.  The table was bright with spring flowers.  The tea was presided over by Mrs. John Code who cut the ices.  Mrs. J.T. Devlin poured tea and assisting them were Mrs. J. Howie, Mrs. C. Siddons-Gray, Mrs. H. Brown and Misses Oakes and Avery.  There were many callers during the afternoon.

Perth Courier, May 8, 1931

Tuesday, April 28 was the 50^th anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Scott of Almonte.  For some years they resided in the west but returned to Almonte recently.  They will make their home here in the future.  Fifty years ago in the town of Almonte Rachel Evans and William Henry Scott were married by the late Rev. F. L. Stevenson.  The bridesmaids were Miss Mary Munro and the late Mrs. Fred Cleave of Woodbay, Manitoba.  The groomsman was the late James Robb of Vancouver(?), formerly of Almonte. A celebration was held at their home on Malcolm Street on Tuesday.  The house was decorated with yellow daffodils, gold and white streamers and white wedding bells.  Dinner was served at 1:00 to about fifty guests.  The dining table was decorated with golden marigolds and a four story wedding cake held a central place on it.  A large number attended the reception in the evening.  Members of the family present were Mr. Harvey Scott; Mrs. H.L. Coxford of Almonte; Alston Scott of Melville, Sask.; Mrs. Frank Snow of Ft. William; Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Scott and little daughter Lois of Melville, Sask.; all the family being present with the exception of Mrs. George Van Ilderstine of Moose Jaw, Sask.  Among those who called during the day were old friends and relatives from Ottawa, Smith’s Falls, Merrickville, Carleton Place, Perth and Clayton.  It was recalled that among those present at Mr. and Mrs. Scott’s wedding fifty years ago were the late Mr. and Mrs. Dudley Ackland and their daughter Annie and the late Mrs. Walter McLeod of Winnipeg, formerly of Almonte

Perth Courier, July 17, 1931

Fifty years ago St. John’s Church, Perth, was the place where Mary Ann Mitchell became the bride of George Smith, the late Rev. Dean O’Connor performing the ceremony.  On Wednesday, June 24, Mr. and Mrs. Smith celebrated the 50^th anniversary of their wedded life at their home at Christies’ Lake when their entire family and eight grandchildren were present.  A high mass of thanksgiving was celebrated at St. Vincent de Paul’s church in Bathurst at 10:00 am by Rev. Father Garvin who read the renewal of the wedding vows. Rev. Father Kelly of Toronto was also present.  At 2:00 pm dinner was served to the family and a few guests after which Rev. Fathers Garvin and Kelly expressed in a happy manner their best wishes to Mr. and Mrs. Scott on reaching their half century mark of wedded life.  There followed a short speech by their eldest son, William F. Smith who expressed the happiness of the sisters and brothers to all being together  on such a joyous occasion and all were thankful their mother and father had been spared to observe their golden wedding anniversary.  Eleven children comprise the family as follows:  Mrs. (first letter initial illegible) J. McNulty, Mrs. J.S. Kennedy, Mrs.  S.R. Williams, Mrs. G.T. Grennan and Miss Kathleen Smith of Toronto; Miss Gertrude Scott and Mrs. A.J. Quigley of Detroit; Lorne George of Winnipeg; Mrs. J. S. Kyle, William and Emily at home.

Perth Courier, October 9, 1931

Mr. and Mrs. James Conlon of Glen Tay will observe their Golden Wedding anniversary on Saturday, Oct. 10.

A large number of friends and relatives attended the Golden Wedding celebration last Friday of Mr. and Mrs. John Buffam of Lanark who were married at Lanark fifty years ago and have resided there ever since.  The house was decorated with golden marigolds and other beautiful fall flowers.  Mrs. E. Buffam of Carleton Place and Mrs. William Buffam of Toronto, daughters-in-law, poured tea, assisted by Mrs. John McDonald of Pembroke, a daughter.  Mrs. Buffam was charmingly dressed in a black chiffon dress trimmed with black velvet.  Other members of the family present were Mrs. John Urquhart of Linden, Washington, daughter, and William Buffam of Toronto, a son.  In the evening Mr. and Mrs. Buffam were at home to a number of life long friends in Lanark who called to offer congratulations.

Perth Courier, October 16, 1931

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There have been many happy occasions in the life of Mr. and Mrs. James Conlon of Glen Tay but none, it is safe to say, more joyous than the celebration of their Golden Wedding that was celebrated at their home last Saturday, coming also at a most fitting time, the Thanksgiving season and no doubt, Mr. and Mrs. Conlon were sincerely thankful they were spared and privileged to enjoy that event which comes to so few couples.  On October 10, 1881, in St. John’s R.C. Church, Perth, Mr. Conlon was married by the late Rev. Dean O’Connor to Margaret Byrnes of Drummond.  The bridesmaids were Mrs. Frank (Elizabeth) Lelang(?) of Renfrew, deceased, and Mrs. Thomas Salmon (nee Miss Eleana(?) Byrnes, sister of the bride) and at present living in Denbolm(?), Sask. The groomsmen were Michael Conlon, brother of the groom and now residing at Barrie’s Bay and the late Daniel Hogan of Perth.  Ever since their marriage, Mr. and Mrs. Conlon have resided at Glen Tay where Mr. Conlon conducts a farm and blacksmith business.  To this union were born six daughters:  Mrs. Thomas (Annie) Leonard; Mrs. Fred (Mary) Ferguson of Perth; Mrs. A. (Loretta) Gauvreau of Ottawa; Mrs. Harry (Kathleen) Hamilton of Quebec; Mrs. Richard (Elizabeth) Cordick of Perth; Mrs. Fred (Eleanor) Quartermaine of Glen Tay; and four sons—Messrs. Patrick of Chicago; James and Peter of Glen Tay, and John, deceased.  A high mass of  thanksgiving was celebrated at St. John’s Church at 8:00 Saturday morning with Rev. Father E.A. Byrnes of Spencerville, nephew of Mrs. Conlon, officiating.  Very Rev. Dean Meagher and Rev. Father O’Hearne were present in the sanctuary.  On leaving the church, Mr. and Mrs. Conlon were liberally showered with confetti.  All the family were present for the reception held Saturday at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Conlon.  Sixty immediate relatives and invited guests sat down to a wedding dinner.  The tables and house were beautifully decorated in gold and white streamers and yellow marigolds.  Rev. Dean Meagher proposed the toast to the bride and groom of a half century ago and it was responded to by Rev. Fathers Byrne and O’Hearne.  At the conclusion of the dinner, Fred Ferguson sang “for they are jolly good fellows” and all heartily joined in.  The family presented their parents with $50 in gold while the 30 grandchildren presented them with fifty golden roses.  There were numerous other gold pieces presented and gifts from friends and neighbors.  Many friends and other neighbors called during the day to offer their congratulations.  Mr. and Mrs. Conlon are both still active and hearty and enjoy splendid health and are firm believers in the spirit of eternal youth.

Perth Courier, Nov. 27, 1931

Mr. and Mrs. John McEwen, formerly of the Hotel Cecil in Perth and parents of Mrs. John Reid, Market Square, and Mrs. Sylvester O’Donnell of Herriott Street, town, observed their Golden Wedding anniversary on Monday, Nov. 23 at their home at 188 division Street, River Rouge, Detroit, Michigan when a family reunion was held.  The other members of the family are Messrs. John McEwen, Jr., and Charles McEwen, Mrs. (Agnes) O’Donnell, Mrs. (Mary) McNally and Annie, all of Detroit.  All the members of the family and 15 grandchildren were present to honor their parents and grandparents.  Mr. and Mrs. Sylvester O’Donnell, Miss Reta O’Donnell and Mrs. And Mrs. John Reid of Perth attended the happy event.  Mr. and Mrs. McEwen are an estimable couple who are held in high esteem and regard by their family and a host of acquaintances.  They were married in Pollshaw, Scotland on Nov. 23, 1881.  Two of the family are deceased.

Mr. and Mrs. J.W. Walroth of Fallbrook celebrated the 35^th anniversary of their wedding on Tuesday, November 24.  Looking back on the years, they stated that on this date so many years ago, they were having weather similar to what we are enjoying this week in Ontario, remarkably warm and mild with no hint of the usual chill or frosts of November.  Lanark Era

Perth Courier, Dec. 2, 1931

The following is from the Edmonton Bulletin of Nov. 15:  “The home of Mr. and Mrs. John Ritchie on 124^th Street was the scene of an event of great interest on Saturday when the Golden Wedding anniversary was fittingly celebrated.  In the afternoon, an informal reception of friends took place and in the evening there was a large gathering of members of the family to do honor to the occasion.  The rooms were prettily decorated with yellow chrysanthemums.  An interesting feature was the fact that Mr. Ritchie wore the black suit in which he was married fifty years ago and that it was not noticeably different from the styles of today.  Among those present was the only witness now living of the marriage which was solemnized in Perth, Ontario on November 13, 1871 when Agnes Dennison became the bride of John Ritchie.  This was Robert Ritchie, brother of the groom, who acted as best man.  A delicious supper was served during the evening with Mrs. Frank Ritchie, Mrs. Ambrose, Mrs. Stewart Wilson, and Miss Grace Ritchie assisting.  The guests included the following children and grandchildren:  Mr. and Mrs. Frank Ritchie and little daughter Lorena of Ft. Saskatchewan; Mr. and Mrs. H. W. Ambrose; Mrs. Stewart Wilson and baby Jean; Mr. and Mrs. John W. Ritchie and daughters Mary and Margaret; Mr. R. Ritchie (brother) and Mrs. Ritchie were also present together with nieces and nephews as follows:  Mr. and Mrs. J. Hamilton McDonald; Mr. and Mrs. W. O. Ritchie; Mrs. H.O. Ritchie; Miss Grace Ritchie and Mr. R.K. Allan.  Telegrams and gifts arrived from Messrs. Ernest and Burton Ritchie who reside in Kitchener, Ontario and who were not able to be present.”

Perth Courier, Dec. 25, 1931

Mr. and Mrs. Fred J. Devlin of Dodge Street, Buffalo, N.Y., celebrated their Silver Wedding anniversary on Tuesday, Dec. 22.   On Dec. 22, 1906 at Albany(?), N.Y. Mr. Devlin, then of Watertown, N.Y. married Jean W. McPher - - - (illegible) of Watertown.  They were married by Rev. W. (illegible).  Mr. Devlin is a native of Perth, son of Mr. and Mrs. William Devlin and brother of the (first letter illegible) J. Devlin and Mrs. B. H. Wright.

Perth Courier, Jan. 8, 1932

New Year’s Day graced the occasion of the Golden Anniversary of the marriage of Mr. and Mrs. Alexander Barr of Clayton.  Always a red letter day in any household, it is particularly so when health, prosperity and happiness still bless the home of half a century of wayfaring.  Mr. and Mrs. Barr who are still fresh and vigorous, were united in marriage in 1882 by Rev. Mr. Bennett, pastor of the Presbyterian Church in Almonte, the attendants being Mrs. Andrew Craig and William Whalen.    For 42 years they farmed in Lanark Township and five years ago they retired and are now living in Clayton.  The home was blessed with a family of seven children who were all able to be present at the anniversary—four generations.  AT 6:00 pm on Friday, a dinner was served to the immediate relatives.  Mr. and Mrs. Barr were the recipients of many beautiful gifts including a purse of money from the family.  There are 22 grandchildren and four great grandchildren, all present.  Lanark Era.

Perth Courier, Jan. 15, 1932

Mr. and Mrs. Alexander Cunningham of North Elmsley are celebrating their Silver Wedding anniversary, on Saturday, Jan. 16.  On Jan. 16, 1907 Mr. Cunningham was married to Annie Watson of Perth, Rev. Dugald Currie officiating.

The Silver Anniversary, a unique and most happy event, was celebrated at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Herbert McFarlane at their home in Prestonvale on Saturday last, January 9.  Ideal weather prevailed which added a great deal to the happiness of the occasion.  The guests began to arrive about noon and all sat down to a most sumptuous wedding dinner.  The table was nicely decorated with two brides cakes and they were joined together with silver and tinsel and green and white foliage between.  The bridesmaid, Mrs. H. Gordon (nee Miss Dolle(?) Neelie) was present but the groomsman was unable to attend, he being Dr. Arnold McCounell(?) of Kingston.  Rev. Andrew Fairlain(?), S.T.L., now of Aylmer east, was the officiating minister at their wedding.  The guests present were Mr. and Mrs. Earle McRae and family of Richmond, brother of the bride, and her only sister Mrs. E. Galbraith of Montreal; Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Hosie and family of Glen Tay, sister of the groom.  Mr. and Mrs. H. Gordon and family came from Manotick(?) and Rev. and Mrs. McNaught of Balderson.  The bride and groom were the recipients of many beautiful gifts.  The groom and family gave the bride a beautiful Gruen wrist watch.

Mr. and Mrs. George Stokes of 165 Ecchs(?) Street, Ottawa, last Saturday celebrated the 50^th anniversary of their marriage.  Mr. and Mrs. Stokes were married on Jan. 9, 1882 at Nailsea(?), England by Rev. Mr. Bond of Somerset.  Prior to her marriage,  Mrs. Stokes was Jemima Heath of Nailsea(?).  Mr. and Mrs. Stokes came to Canada 44 years ago when they took up residence in Perth and in 1917 they moved to Ottawa.  They have six children living, 15 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.  Their daughters are Mina, Mrs. John Hudson; Lidia, Mrs. H. Stoker; Ada, Mrs. Stanley McCormick, of Gananoque; Georgina, Mrs. Levi Bartrund(?).  Their two sons are Charles of Perth and Victor at home.  Mr. Stokes will be 76 in March and Mrs. Stokes will be 73 in February.  Joseph Stokes of Ottawa is a brother of George Stokes.  An informal reception was held at the home at 165 Ecchs(?) Street when all members of the family were present.

Perth Courier, March 18, 1932

Mr. and Mrs. Patrick McGonigal, a venerable Arnprior couple observed a few days ago the 67^th anniversary of their wedding.  Illness of their daughter Miss Emma McGonigal, formerly of Perth, militated against a celebration of the occasion.  Mr. McGonigal was married in 1865 to Jane(?) June(?) Levi of Pakenham by Rev. F. Collins.  Mr. McGonigal is in his 89^th year and Mrs. McGonigal is in her 85^th (?) year.  Three sons and five daughters are living, viz. John H. of Colinda, Ontario; H. Parnell of South Bend, Indiana; William J., Miss Emma and Mrs. John McGuire and Mrs. E.R. Barnes all of Arnprior; Mrs. Alfred Meyers and Mrs. John Murphy both of New York City.  A daughter of the late Mrs. Ed Majors (Mary) of Ottawa resided in Perth for several years.

Perth Courier, May 6, 1932

Last Saturday evening April 30, abut fifty relatives met at the home of Mr. and Mrs. H.A. McIntosh of Gore Street west, Perth, to celebrate with them the Silver Anniversary of their wedding, which took place at Union Hall on May 1, 1907.  Guests were present from Kingston, Cornwall, Finch, Almonte, Lanark, Clayton, and Union Hall.  Supper was served from 6:00 to 8:00, the tables being decorated with daffodils and sweet peas.  W.N. Stevenson, organist of Perth and Roy Robertson, the groomsman of 25 years ago, were present by Mrs. Hill, who was bridesmaid, was unable to attend.  About 11:00 the members of the Perth 100 Club of which Mr. McIntosh is one of the most enthusiastic members, accompanied by the Perth Citizens Band, arrived at the home to extend congratulations, the band playing a serenade in front of the home.  The members of the family, Mr. Marley McIntosh of the Royal Bank of Cornwall; Mrs. M.J. (Helen)Roberts of Lanark and Miss Margaret at home were present for the occasion.

On Saturday, April 23, at Athens, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Pattermore, it was the scene of a happy event when relatives and friends gathered to celebrate with them their Golden Wedding anniversary.  Oliver Pattermore came from West Chinnock, Somerset, England.  He married Sildonia(?) Minerva Parish of Athens and it is a matter of great interest that after spending nearly all their years in Harlem the home they now enjoy in retirement is in Athens, located but a few yards from the house in which they were married a half century ago.  The family of one daughter and five sons are all still living.  Among those present at the anniversary were Mrs. Louise Watts, daughter, and her husband and family; Armand(?) and Mrs. Pattermore and Andrew of Harlem; Henry Pattermover of Harlem; Asa Pattermore and wife of Plum Hollow; Fred Pattermore and wife and family of Perth; Albert Pattermore and family of Plum Hollow; Charles Pattermore, a brother, and his wife; George King of Ottawa, a brother-in-law; Ephraim Robertson of Athens; Rev. Dr. E.C. Lakes(?) and wife of Delta.  The absence of George, of Athens, the only other brother, was because of illness and was very much regretted.  Brockville Recorder and Times

Perth Courier, June 17, 1932

Felicitations were extended on Tuesday afternoon, June 7 to Mr. and Mrs. Peter McCallum on the occasion of the 50^th anniversary of their wedding, stated last week’s Almonte Gazette.  Fifty years ago on June 7, 1882, the picturesque village of Appleton was the scene of a very pretty wedding at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Duncan Miller when Jane Moore McNeely, daughter of Thomas and Helen McNeely, of Appleton, and Peter McCallum of Almonte, son of James and Esther McCallum of Carleton Place, were united in marriage.  The Rev. A.A. Scott of Zion Church, Carleton Place, performed the ceremony while Mrs. John N. Lang acted as bridesmaid and Rev. John Sinclair attended the groom.  The young couple came to Almonte and made their home where they have resided fifty years.  Congratulations poured in on the bride and bridegroom of fifty years ago and testified to their popularity in the community where Mr. McCallum has been so prominent for the past half century.  Upwards of 110 guests from Almonte were entertained at Mr. McCallum’s beautiful home.  Mrs. McCallum was the recipient of many beautiful bouquets of roses and other gifts.  An address suitable to the occasion inscribed in gold was presented to the former mayor and his lady by the present chief magistrate George L. Combs while Mrs. Percy Jamieson presented the host and hostess with a beautiful engraved silver and gold lined fruit bowl.  The following out of town guests were present:  Judge Scott, Mr. and Mrs. L.H. James, Mr. D.W. Reid, Mr. and Mrs. J.S.L. McNeely, of Perth; Mr. and Mrs. Robert Miller of Deseronto; Mr. and Mrs. W. Moore, Misses A.&L. Moore, Mrs. Drummond of Brockville; Mr. and Mrs. W. Baird, Mr. and Mrs. D. Findlay, Mr. and Mrs. W. Taber, Dr. & Mrs. Downing, Mr. and Mrs. W.A. Nichols, Mr. and Mrs. A. McNeely, Mr. and Mrs. R. Armour, Miss Betty McNeely, Mrs. A.C. McCallum, Mrs. R. Galbraith, Mrs. J. Price, Mr.(?) P. Miller and Miss Marian Miller, Mrs. M. Bourke of Carleton Place; Mr. and Mrs. R.N. McCreary of Pakenham; Mr. and Mrs. C. Knapp of Merrickville

Balderson:  Mr. and Mrs. Harry Hughes celebrated the 25^th anniversary of their marriage on June 4.  Friends and neighbors gathered to wish them a long and happy life and presented them with two comfortable chairs and a basket of roses.

Perth Courier, Sept. 9, 1932

A very happy event took place at the summer home of Mr. and Mrs. T.S. McDonald on Monday afternoon, it being the 25^th anniversary of their wedding.  Friends came from near and far to extend their congratulations.  Mr. and Mrs. McDonald were assisted in receiving their many guests by Mrs. William Ainslie(?).  The dining room table was prettily decorated in pink and white with streamers.  A large white ball extended from the ceiling while the center of the table had a bouquet of Cosos placed on a reflector.  Mrs. Henry Brown of Merrickville and Mrs. A. Edwards poured tea.  Dainty refreshments were served.  Those assisting in serving were Miss Chappelle of Ottawa, Miss Eva Brown of Merrickville, Mrs. P. Carliss, Mrs. Copp and Mrs. A. Baker.  The bride of 25 years ago was the recipient of many beautiful and costly pieces of silver and a very pretty wedding cake; also several telegrams were received during the day.  Mr. and Mrs. McDonald have spent their 25 years of married life in Smith’s Falls and are valued members of the town.  Mr. and Mrs. McDonald were married by Rev. Manly Benson at the residence of the bride’s father Nelson Jacques, Perth, on Sept. 2, 1907.

Perth Courier, October 14, 1932

Mr. and Mrs. P.J. Sheridan of North Street were married on October 8, 1882 and observed their Golden Wedding anniversary last Saturday when a number of friends and acquaintances and neighbors called at their home to extend congratulations to the esteemed couple.  Mr. and Mrs. Sheridan were the recipients of a large number of gifts.

Perth Courier, Jan. 20, 1933

Mr. and Mrs. James Allen, Erwin Apartments, Gore Street, quietly celebrated their Golden Wedding anniversary on Thursday of this week.  On Jan. 19, 1883, Mr. Allen was married to Janet Ann Wilson at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Wilson, Sr., Scotch Line, by the late Rev. Malcolm MacGillivray of St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Perth.  The groomsman was  Abraham Ferrier and the bridesmaid was Martha Wilson, afterwards married to Mr. Ferrier and since deceased.  After their marriage, Mr. and Mrs. Allen resided on the Scotch Line where he conducted a blacksmith business up to 1913 when he sold the business and he and Mrs. Allen came to Perth to reside on Foster Street.  Mr. Allen was the representative of a firm dealing in dairy supplies and also represented several cheese factories as salesman on the Perth Cheese Board.  Mr. and Mrs. Allen lived for four years in Winnipeg but returned to Perth three years ago.  Their union was blessed with two sons, Ray (or Roy?)  Allen of Winnipeg and the late Melville Allen.  Mr. and Mrs. Allen are enjoying splendid health.  At the time of their Silver Wedding anniversary 25 years ago, Mr. Allen was a reeve in North Burgess.  The Courier of Jan. 1, 1908 stated in reference to the reception at their home:  “A large number of their friends and relatives were present and made the evening pass pleasantly, all wishing Mr. and Mrs. Allen felicitations and the hope that they will live to enjoy their Golden Wedding event”.

Felicitations were recently extended to two of North Bay’s most prominent residents, Magistrate Sylmanus Weegar, administrator of the law in the North Bay Police Court for the past 25 years, and Mrs. Weegar, upon the occasion of their Golden Wedding anniversary.  Beautiful floral gifts as well as numerous callers, telephone messages, telegrams, conveyed to the esteemed couple the tribute of a host of friends in North Bay and from all over Canada.  Magistrate Weegar and his wife were married January 3, 1883.  Mr. Weegar’s bride was Annie Garbin Croskery of Perth.  After their marriage, Mr. and Mrs. Weegar lived in Carleton Place where he was in charge of the CPR restaurant, controlled at the time by the late Mr. Cecil Burgess.  They afterwards moved to Collumette where they remained for 14 years and in 1899 they moved to North Bay where Mr. Weegar undertook the CPR restaurant and news stand.  In an interview by a newspaper reporter Mr. Weegar stated he is enjoying better health than he did fifty years ago and his wife and children can never remember seeing him laid up one day in fifty years and furthermore the money he spent in doctor bills is not worth mentioning.

Perth Courier, Jan. 27, 1933

Among the rare and happy events so few of us are privileged to enjoy is the observance of the 50^th Wedding anniversary.  This rare privilege was afforded to Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Bell of Bathurst Township on Monday, Jan. 16 and it was fittingly celebrated at their home and none of the many happy occasions in their life, it is safe to relate, were more joyous than this event.  Not only is such an event rare in the history of individuals and communities but when the parties concerned have resided for over fifty years in the same community where their activities have brought them to not only prominence but high respect and esteem of a very large circle of friends.  It makes the occasion one in which citizens generally take a kindly interest.  The home presented a gala appearance with decorations of white and yellow streamers and from 2:00 to 5:00 in the afternoon friends and acquaintances gathered at the reception given by the esteemed couple.  After serving refreshments, Ernest Bell, son of Mr. and Mrs. Bell, escorted his mother to the dining room and a daughter, Mrs. R.G. Perkins, escorted her father.  Mrs. Bell, Sr., then cut the cake on which shone 50 candles.  Following the passing around of the cake, Rev. Mr. Vaughan, rector of the Balderson Church of England, proposed the health of Mr. and Mrs. Bell.  Congratulatory addresses were given by Messrs. A.A. Bower, T.A. Code and L.F. Stone.  All the members of the family were present:  Mr. and Mrs. Ernest bell and Mrs. Mervyn Bell of the 8^th Concession, Bathurst; Mr. and Mrs. Robert G. Perkins of Wemyss; and Mr. and Mrs. J.H. Barker of (illegible) and to complete the circle were 16 grandchildren.  Mrs. John Thornton, nee Miss (first name illegible) Butler and Mrs. John Dier (nee(?) Lillian Butler), cousins of Mr. Bell, Mr. T.G. Butler and Miss Margaret Jones, cousins(?) of Toronto were also present.  Mrs. William Brownlee of Perth, a school girl friend of the bride of fifty years ago, and who was at the wedding, was present to talk over the events of fifty years ago.  In the evening, the home was placed in the hands of the young people of the neighborhood when a most enjoyable time was spent.  On January 16, 1883, Mr. Bell was married to Miss Sarah Butler by the late Rev. R.L. Stephenson, rector of St. James Church of England in Perth.

Perth Courier, July 21, 1933

Mr. and Mrs. Robert Brown, Isabella Street, Perth, celebrated their Golden Wedding anniversary on Sunday, July 16.  Mr. and Mrs. Brown have been life long and respected residents of Perth and to them is extended the good will and felicitations of the community.  Married in Perth on July 16, 1883, by the late Rev. Dean O’Connor, Mr. and Mrs. Brown have resided here since that time.  Mrs. Brown was born in Perth her maiden name being Susan Griffin, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Griffin, while Mr. Brown was born in England, the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Brown, the family coming to Canada many years ago.   For many years, Mr. Brown followed the occupation of millwright in the CPR shops at Perth and 27 years ago accepted a position as engineer at the pump hose house(?) with the Canada Electric and Waterpower Company.  The Hydro Electric took this company over several years ago and Mr. Brown continued in their service.  Their union was blessed by a family of four boys.  Robert died in infancy; Gerald was killed in active service in France having been in the World War with the 73^rd Highlanders of Montreal; John is a plumber, employed by Hope’s Hardware; and Alfred G. a linotype operator with the Ottawa Citizen.  They also had three daughters—Mrs. Frank Deegan of Smith’s Falls; Victoria, a registered nurse at Perth; and Harriett of the Bank of Montreal staff at Perth.  Mr. and Mrs. Brown have 18 grandchildren living and one grand child deceased.  A quiet family reunion and reception was held at home on Sunday with all their children, grandchildren and several relatives present.

Perth Courier, August 25, 1933

Not to every family is given the opportunity to gather together as children once more in celebration of a Golden Wedding anniversary of their father and mother in the old home of their childhood.  Always it is a rich experience and it always means the coming together once more not only of children and grandchildren from distant homes, but also the gathering together of memories from the distant past, happy childhood memories and memories both sad and glad of later years, all of them enriched by a background of remembrances of the care and love bestowed on young lives throughout the long years by the mother and father in the home.  On Sunday, August 13, Mr. and Mrs. James Legary of Lanark reached that golden milestone and the occasion was fittingly observed by a family reunion of all living members of the family.  Those present for the family dinner Sunday were:  Mr. and Mrs. John Legary of Thorold; Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Curtis and family of Toronto; Mr. and Mrs. H. Thomas and family of Engelhart; Mr. and Mrs. A.G. Brown of South Porcupine and Bessie at home.  The only absent member of the family circle were two sons who passed away several years ago.  They were William, a veteran of the Great War and Robert who was killed in an accident at Englehart.  The entire family enjoyed an outing at Dalhousie Lake.  Mr. and Mrs. Legary have been residents of Lanark Village for the past forty years, having lived for ten years previous at Lammermore.  Lanark Era

Perth Courier, Sept. 15, 1933

On Tuesday, Sept. 12, Judge J.H. and Mrs. Scott of town celebrated their Golden Wedding anniversary and were at home to scores of friends from Perth and district, while many from Ottawa, Smith’s Falls and Carleton Place and Almonte were present to extend warm congratulations.  Judge and Mrs. Scott were married in Toronto on Sept. 12, 1883 by Rev. D.J. MacDonnell of St. Andrew’s Presbyterian church there.  The bride was the former Elizabeth Martha Stanley, daughter of the late Alderman William Stanley of Toronto and the ceremony was performed at the home of her mother.  Judge Scott was at that time following the legal profession in Kincardine, Ontario.  In (date illegible) they moved to Walkerton, where they resided until May of 1914(?) when they came to Perth following Judge Scott’s appointment to the Lanark County bench succeeding the late Judge W.S. Senkler.  During their residence here they have made a host of friends and have taken a most active part in all affairs both socially and pertaining to the advancement of the town.  Foremost, perhaps, in Judge Scott’s various activities in Perth has been his great interest in educational circles.  He became a member of the Board of education in 1915 and has been a member on the board ever since.  He represented the board on several occasions at the annual convention of the Ontario Education Association in Toronto.  He became president of the O.E.A. and supplanted the Trustees Department with the school trustees and Ratepayers’ Assn. as a branch of the O.E.A.  He has been a director of the Great War Memorial Hospital in Perth for some years and has taken a deep interest in the Lanark County Children’s Aid Society.  Judge Senkler has been prominently identified with the Orange Order and was honored with the presidency of the Imperial Grand Orange Council of the World and district office in the orange order. Both he and Mrs. Senkler are devoted worshippers of St. Andrews Presbyterian Church and since coming to Perth, Judge Senkler has served on the Session Board of Managers and Financial Committee.  The honored couple were at home to their friends on Tuesday and hundreds called at their palatial home to extend warm congratulations.  In the evening the citizen’s band serenaded at their home and rendered a number of the old time musical tunes.  The house was beautifully decorated with a profusion of flowers and autumn blooms received from friends to mark the esteem in which Judge and Mrs. Senkler are held.  Among the flowers were baskets of roses and vases from the County Bar Association, Grand Orange Lodge, Navy League of Canada, Grand Black Chapter, Court house officials, Mr. and Mrs. T. J. Farmer, Mrs. Robert Menzies, Collegiate Institute staff, Board of Education, Ladies of St. Andrews Church, Dr. and Mrs. Bunyon McLeod, Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Danner, Mr. and Mrs. Allan Bain of Toronto, Mrs. Archibald Johnston and Miss Mae, Mrs. J.A. Stewart, Mr. and Mrs. George Williams of Simcoe, Perth Curling Club, J. Starr Tait of Toronto.  At the reception Mrs. Senkler looked charming in a gown of pale grey crepe with lace and touches of shell pink and she wore pearl and diamond ornaments and carried a nose gay.  Her bouquet was of Ophelia roses and maiden hair fern and was carried in a silver holder which she had used on her wedding day.  (Article not transcribed in full)

Perth Courier, October 6, 1933

Ex-Mayor Wellington Douglas and Mrs. Douglas of Harvey Street, Perth , observed the 25^th anniversary of their wedding last Friday. On September 29, 1908, Mr. Douglas was married to Margaret Robinson, Rev. J.R. Richardson officiating and to their union were born three sons and three daughters.  Mr. and Mrs. Douglas were “at home” on Friday night to a large number of their neighbors and close acquaintances who presented them with beautiful gifts.  T.A. Code and L. Code presented them with a wicker suite of furniture.  The employees of the Upper Mill of the Code Felt and Knitting Co., Ltd., presented them with a dinner wagon and the employees of the lower mill presented them with a silver service.  Thomas Kirkham made the presentation and Walter McLaren read an address (not transcribed).  At the midnight hour a bounteous dinner was served to the guests and at the conclusion toasts were proposed.  Mr. Douglas was born at Carleton Place a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Douglas.  He has been an employee of the Code Felt and Knitting Mill for over 35 years, beginning his career with the firm in a humble way but as the years passed became intimate with the business and in 1910 he was promoted to be superintendent.  Since coming to Perth he has identified himself with the affairs of the town first in athletic circles and then fraternally and in municipal affairs.  As an athlete, he figured  in lacrosse, baseball, and hockey but lacrosse was his chief hobby and as a home player in the Perth Crescents he was widely known.  Fraternally here he has been a prominent Oddfellow, Mason and Orangeman.  Municipally he entered the Perth town council in 1915(?) remaining a councilor for five years and then was elected mayor of Perth in 1923-24.  Mrs. Douglas is also prominent in fraternal and church circles as a member of the Eastern Star Fortuna Lodge.  She is also a member of the Rebekahs and the Ladies Aid and the Women’s Missionary Society of St. Paul’s United Church.

A charming anniversary was observed on Tuesday evening, October 3 when scores of friends and neighbors of Mr. and Mrs. William Nichols gathered at the home of Mrs. Lester Morris to offer congratulations to them on the occasion of their Golden Wedding anniversary.  Mr. and Mrs. Nichols were married at St. Andrews Manse, Perth, by Rev. Mr. MacGillivray on October 3, 1883.  They then moved to Seymour Township, Northumberland County where they remained until 1904 when the again moved this time to Harper.  Twelve years ago they took up residence in Perth where they have lived since.  Mrs. Robert H. Gamble of Herriott St and Mrs. Lester Morris of Drummond Street, are daughters.  During Tuesday evening, the honored couple were presented with a basket of roses from the grandchildren accompanied by an address.  They were also the recipients of many gifts from town and country friends.  Solos were rendered by Mrs. R. Cavanagh and Mrs. S. (?) McQuatt, a duet by Mr. W. Dunlop and Mrs. McQuatt and a quartette by Frank Thompson, Elwood Morris, Jack Dunlop and Leonard McQuatt.  Miss Hilda Campbell and Frank Cox gave recitations.  Others taking part in the program were Misses Mona and Polly Bates(?) Bales(?), Lily, Margaret and Ethel Campbell.  The Perth’s Citizen Band serenaded the happy couple during the evening.  (Not transcribed in full)

Perth Courier, October 21, 1933

On Tuesday evening, October 11 about 150 relatives and friends gathered in the Orange Hall at Drummond Centre, the occasion being the 25^th anniversary of the wedding of Mr. and Mrs. Albert G. Miller.  Mr. and Mrs. Miller were married at Middleville by the Rev. A. McAulay.  At that time Mr. Miller was engaged as a cheese maker at Clayton afterwards going to Middleville and later to Drummond Centre where he is still in the cheese making business.  They were blessed with a family of six:  Lloyd, Russell, Marion, Evelyn, Graham and Wilma who were all present with the exception of Lloyd who is working in a bank in Acton, Ontario.  Mr. Miller’s mother, Mrs. William Miller of Halpeny(?), Ont., and Mrs. Miller’s mother Mrs. Anderson of Braeside, Ontario, were both present.  The evening was spent in various amusements and many beautiful gifts were received by the couple.  A delightful supper was served at the close and all hoped Mr. and Mrs. Miller will celebrate their Golden Wedding.

Perth Courier, Nov. 3, 1933

Ven. Archdeacon D’Arcy T. Clayton, M.A., B.D., and Mrs. Clayton, Market Square, Perth, were married 41 years ago last week October 26, 1892.  Mrs. Clayton’s maiden name was Lily Mathewson of Montreal and later on of Lennoxville, Quebec.  The date of their 41^st wedding anniversary was divulged by Archdeacon Clayton at the annual meeting on Thursday night of the Lanark County Children’s Aid Society at the Collegiate Institute when he stated that he and Mrs. Clayton decided to mark the occasion by him  introducing a resolution at the meeting of felicitations to Judge J. H. and Mrs. Scott on the recent celebration of their Golden Wedding Anniversary.

Perth Courier, Nov. 19, 1933

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Mr. and Mrs. James Rowe of Drummond Street west observed their Silver Wedding anniversary on Saturday, Nov. 11.  On November 11, 1903, Mr. Rowe was married to Miss Lola(?) Pearl Anderson of Smith’s Falls in Smith’s Falls by Rev. Mr. Coburn.  On Monday evening about 24 close acquaintances of Mr. and Mrs. Rowe gathered at their home to do them honor.  Mrs. Henry Palmer on behalf of those present presented them with a beautiful lamp while Harry A. McIntosh read an address.  A social evening was spent and enjoyed and dainty refreshments served.

Perth Courier, November, 1933

The following is from the Pilot Mound, Manitoba, Sentinel, Mrs. Stewart having been the former Miss Marjory McIntyre of Balderson before her marriage to Mr. D. A. Stewart.  “Golden wedding bells chimed in Copperfield on Sunday, Oct. 8 when a highly esteemed pioneer couple Mr. and Mrs. D.A. Stewart celebrated their 50^th anniversary of their wedding day at home with their family.  Harry and Kathleen received the congratulations of many friends who called during the day.  On October 8, 1883, D.A. Stewart married Marjorie McIntyre in Winnipeg.  They took the train to Manitou and completed their journey by horse and buggy to the farm close by the (illegible word) Mound.  When they arrived, threshing was in progress on the next acre and the gang halted to give a royal salute with full whistle honors to the bride and groom.  Since that happy day, Mr. and Mrs. Stewart have lived on the same farm; a fine pine tree grove planted by Mr. Stewart surrounds an avenue leading to their home.  Both have played important parts in the up building of this district since the pioneer days.  Mr. Stewart is a graduate in Applied Science and Arts of McGill and taught school as a young man in the east.  On coming west he entered actively into political life and as a Liberal candidate successful contested Lisgar in a memorable contest – in which the defeated aspirants included the late R.L. Richardson and represented Lisgar in the Federal House.  He has always been keenly and actively interested in education and municipal matters and for many years was inspector of schools; he is still secretary-treasurer of his own school district, Copperfield, he was for some time clerk of Louise municipality.  Mrs. Stewart despite some infirmities, is a bright, cheerful little lady, possessing a remarkable memory of happenings of early years.

Perth Courier, Feb. 23, 1934

On January 22, Mr. and Mrs. James Bell celebrated their Golden Wedding anniversary at their home at Gillies Corners.  The couple were married 50 years ago in the Presbyterian manse at Carleton Place by the late Rev. D. McDonald.  Mrs. Bell was before her marriage fifty years ago Harriett Flegg, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Flegg of Franktown and Mrs. Bell is a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. David Bell of Gillies Corners.  About fifty relatives and friends were present to offer their congratulations.  During the evening the guests enjoyed games, singing and reminiscences of bygone days.  A buffet supper was served with the table prettily decorated with gold streamers and centered with the anniversary cake which had for its decorations the flower from the bride’s cake of fifty years ago.  An address of congratulations was read and Mr. and Mrs. Bell were presented with a handsome mantle clock and a rug by their family besides the gifts from neighbors and friends.  Four of the family were present:  Mrs. R.J. Sample of Beckwith; Mrs. J. H. Conlin of Port Elmsley; William on the homestead; and Trevor of Glen View.  One daughter, Mrs. R. Dawson of Toronto and one son Ross of Franktown were unable to attend.  Mr. and Mrs. Bell still enjoy splendid health and remain young at heart although both of them have passed their allotted span.  Carleton Place Central Canadian

Perth Courier, May 3, 1934

Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Pattermore, Mill Street, celebrated their 53^rd wedding anniversary on Wednesday, April 24.  Mr. and Mrs. Pattermore were married in the house on the A - - - (illegible, Arza??) Wiltse farm (now owned by A.M. Easton—or Eason??).  Mrs. Pattermore was before her marriage Miss Sidonia M. Parish and Mr. Parish emigrated from his birth place of West Chinnock, Somerset, England, when he was but 15 years of age.  They spent most of their life on their farm at Harlem until six years ago when they took up residence in Athens.  The bridal couple of 53 years ago spent their anniversary day quietly passing part of the day with Mr. and Mrs. A.M. Eason (or Easton) and so celebrated on the spot where they were married.  To Mr. and Mrs. Pattermore were born six children namely Arza?? Pattermore of Harlem; Henry D. of Portland; Asa of Plum Hollow; Fred of Perth; Mrs. A. Watts of Athens and Albert of Plum Hollow.

Perth Courier, July 20, 1934

A native of Perth, daughter of the late Timothy Enright, tailor,  Mrs. D.M. Collins, nee Miss Katherine Enright, and her husband celebrated their 50^th Wedding Anniversary at Los Angeles, California on July 1.  A Los Angeles paper refers to it as follows:  “Fifty years of life together were celebrated on July 1 by Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Michael Collins when they celebrated their 50^th Wedding anniversary in their home at 722 Nocta Street.  Mrs. Collins was Katherine Enright prior to her marriage.  The couple have 12 children six of them born to Mrs. Collins and six adopted.  All except one of these reside in the east and were unable to attend the anniversary party.  One daughter from Los Angeles was prevented from coming by illness in the family.  Many neighbors and friends visited the couple on Sunday including several from San Bernardino.  The high point of the day’s observance was when Rev. Father Albert Dontanville, pastor of St. George’s Catholic Church, repeated the marriage ceremony performed for Mr. and Mrs. Collins a half century ago.  The anniversary rite consists of a restatement of their marriage vows.”

Perth Courier, Sept. 29, 1934

Mr. and Mrs. Michael O’Donnell of Lanark will be at home to their friends and relatives from 3:00 to 6:00 in the afternoon and from 7:00 to 9:00 in the evening on Saturday, October 6, the occasion of their Golden Wedding anniversary.

Perth Courier, October 12, 1934

An event of very unusual interest took place in Lanark on Saturday, October 6 when Mr. and Mrs. Michael O’Donnell, a much respected couple of the village, celebrated their 50^th Wedding Anniversary.  The days’ celebration began at 9:00 a.m. with a high mass celebrated in Sacred Heart Church by Rev. Father Carey, a former pastor and personal friend.  Promptly at 9:00 they entered the church with the same attendants who fifty years ago witnessed their marriage in St. John’s Church, Perth, namely James Sheridan, Perth, and, and Mrs. John Crawford and took their places before the altar.  During the mass, the couple, attendants, children, grandchildren, and relatives among whom was a niece of Mr. O’Donnell’s Sister M. Alexis, received Holy Communion.  At 12:00 a dinner was served at their home at which Rev. Father Clancey, parish priest, Rev. Father Carey, Rev. Father Casey, L.L.D. were present.  The members of the family and immediate relatives were present.  Later the grandchildren, all of whom were present except for little Doroty, daughter of eh late Joseph O’Donnell, did their part in a very capable manner.  An address showing love and good wishes was read by Michael Quinn, son of Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Quinn of Perth and presentation of 50 golden mums was made by Sylvester Quinn and Bernadette Puelan(?), aged 8, dressed as bride and groom.  A reception was held during the afternoon and the evening and a large number came to offer congratulations which was an unfailing testimony to the respect and esteem in which they are held.

Perth Courier, November 2, 1934

Mr. and Mrs. G. H. Headrick, Fairholm Park, observed their Silver Wedding anniversary last Saturday.  On October 27, 1909, Mr. Headrick of Gilbert Plains, Manitoba was married at Moose (illegible word), Sask., to Miss Florence May Hoyt, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E.M. Hoyt, by Rev. D.G. McDonald, B.D.  Mr. Headrick was District Deputy Grand Master, I.O.O.F., Lanark, District #64 and the Installing Officer presented him with a beautiful piece of silverware on Saturday as a souvenir of his Silver Wedding anniversary and to show in a small way their respect for their fraternal brother.

Perth Courier, June 28, 1935

On June 21 at their home at 472 McDermott Avenue, Winnipeg, Mr. and Mrs. John Gibson, formerly of Harper, celebrated their 30^th wedding anniversary with a family party.

Perth Courier, August 9, 1935

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Mr. and Mrs. Allan of Wilson Street west are celebrating their Diamond Wedding anniversary on Friday of this week, October 9.  On October 9, 1876, William Allan, who was born at Balderson in 1850, 83 years ago, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Allan, was married to Adalyn Whyte, also of Balderson, now aged 80(?) years, by the late Rev. R.L. Stephenson, in St. James Anglican rectory.  Mr. and Mrs. Allan resided on the Allan farm at Balderson until 1922 when they moved to Perth to enjoy a retired life.  One of Mr. Allan’s chief hobbies in years gone by was quoit playing but in recent years he turned to bowling, belonging to the Perth club and playing well.  The family consists of Mrs. A. H. Croft of Middleville; Mrs. W. G. Jones of Toronto; Mrs. John Horricks of Perth; Harry M. Allan of Calgary; and Roy W. Allan of Masolo, Alberta, all of whom will be present at the family reunion at 77 Wilson Street together with five granddaughters and six grandsons and the following guests:  Mrs. Allison Clendenning and Mrs. George Wilson of Niagara Falls, New York; Miss Susie Eagleson, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Smith and Miss Marion Robb of Ottawa; Mrs. H.M. Allan and son Donald of Calgary and Mrs. And Mrs. Roy W. Allan and family of Manola, Alberta.  Two of Mr. and Mrs. Allan’s family are deceased:  Margaret and Glenn

Perth Courier, October 19, 1934

The Courier heartily congratulates Mr. and Mrs. Frank Hutchinson of Gore Street west who on Friday of this week will observe their Silver Wedding anniversary.  On Tuesday, October 19, 1909 at the residence of the bride’s father, Nathaniel McLenaghen, ex M.P.P. for S. Lanark, Miss Georgie Gertrude McLenaghen was married to Frank Hutchinson by Rev. J.D. Richardson, pastor of Asbury Methodist Church.

Perth Courier, October 26, 1934

His Honor Judge J. Arthur Jackson and Mrs. Jackson of Toronto observed their Pearl Wedding anniversary on October. 19.  They were married in Perth on October 19, 1904.  Mrs. Jackson’s maiden name was Hattie F. Kennedy, daughter of the late Dr. J.F. Kennedy and Mrs. Kennedy, D’Arcy Street, town.  Judge Jackson practiced law in Gananoque before his election to the bench in Toronto.

Perth Courier, March 8, 1935

The following is from a Long Beach, California paper dated Feb. 24:  “Congratulating them on their 50^th Wedding Anniversary on Feb. 23, Mr. and Mrs. A. H. McGillivery of 774 ½ Loma Avenue were honored by their friends.  Members of the S.G. Club of which Mrs. McGillivery is a member met at her home yesterday for a noon dinner party.  Both are natives of Perth, Ontario.  Mr. and Mrs. McGillivery were married at Minto, North Dakota.  Before her marriage, Mrs. McGillivery was Annie Laurie, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. James Laurie of Perth.  For many years the couple made their home at Ardoch, North Dakota and came to Long Beach in 1922 residing here since.  Mr. McGillivery is 75 years of age and his wife is 70.  Both are in good health and have four children, three of whom live in California and a son James, of Compton.  They also have eleven grandchildren “

Perth Courier, April 19, 1935

Mr. and Mrs. John Thornton observed their 50^th Wedding Anniversary at their home on Beckwith Street last Monday, April 15.  The young couple of 1885 were married by Rev. Mr. Jarvis in St. James Church, Carleton Place on April 15, 1885.  A number of their friends and neighbors called at their home during Monday.  The house was beautifully decorated with gold and pink streamers and spring flowers of daffodils and tulips following up the color scheme.  In the evening, cards furnished the entertainment after which a picnic supper was served.  After supper their little granddaughter Rhoda Bates, led Mr. and Mrs. Thornton to the living room where an address was read by Miss Jean McColl.  After this, cards and dancing followed in which the bride and groom of fifty years ago took part in old time square dancing.  Music was furnished by Bill Erwin and Allan Code.  After the community singing of old favorites, a very enjoyable evening was brought to a close by the singing of Auld Lang Syne.

Perth Courier, May 3, 1935

Mr. and Mrs. James Tobin, Sr., of Westport celebrated their Golden Wedding anniversary on Easter Sunday.  On April 21, 1885 they were married by the late Rev. Father Stanton in St. Edward’s Church, Westport.

Perth Courier, May 17, 1935

Mr. and Mrs. Jas. J. Smith, Market Square, will observe their Golden Wedding anniversary on Sunday, May 19.  They will be at home tot heir many friends and acquaintances from 2:00 to 5:00 and from 8:00 to 10:00. 

Perth Courier, July 5, 1936

On Friday evening, June 21, a host of friends and relatives gathered at the home of  Mr. and Mrs. William Bennett, 6^th Line Bathurst, to help them celebrate the occasion of their Silver Wedding anniversary.  Although the evening was very wet, it had rained practically all day, about 325 guests appeared and enjoyed themselves dancing to music provided by some of the local boys.  The first dance was in the dining room, which was cleared of furniture and those taking part were Mr. and Mrs. Joe(?) Bennett, brother of the groom of 25 years ago; Mrs. Maggie Lally, bridesmaid of 25 years ago; Mr. Wilfred Mertina, eldest child of Mr. and Mrs. Bennett; Miss Kathleen, third eldest child; and Mr. Alexander Whyte of Perth.  After the first dance, the house became very warm and most of the guests proceeded to the dancing platform outside while others remained inside and played cards.  A large extension table in the living room served the purpose  of holding the gifts which were truly beautiful, consisting of mostly silverware, glassware and linen. The congregation of St. Vincent de Paul’s Church at DeWitt’s Corners presented two lovely chairs.  All sizes of gifts were received the largest being a daybed, the smallest a pair of miniature sterling silver boxing gloves.  At 12:00 a delicious lunch of sandwiches, cake and tea was served.  Dancing continued until about 2:30 am when the guests having enjoyed themselves prepared to depart.  Those attending the reception from a distance were Mrs. Mary Green, Lizzie Delmer, Eddie and Viola of Dwyre Hill, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Fisher(?) of Bonarlaw, Guy Wager(?) of Techborne(?), Miss Doris Taggert and W. Bennett of Toronto.

A very enjoyable day was spent at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Watt of Balderson when about 24 of their immediate family gathered to pay honor to Mr. and Mrs. Watt on the occasion of their 55^th wedding anniversary.  They were married on June 29, 1880 and resided in Frontenac County for a number of years and then moved to Balderson in 1909 where they have lived ever since.  Among those present from a distance were Mr. and Mrs. R.P. Harper and daughters and Shirley and son Clinton from Brighton; Miss Ellen Datt(?) from Vancouver and Mrs. P.J. McRae from Winnipeg.  Mr. and Mrs. Watt from Vancouver and Mrs. D. J. McRae were able to bake a three story cake for the occasion.

Perth Courier, November 22, 1935

Long Lake:  Mr. and Mrs. Bismarek Wagar celebrated their 30^th wedding anniversary on Friday evening, Nov. 8 with many friends and relatives present.

Perth Courier, Jan. 10, 1936

Mr. and Mrs. William Earle of the Queen’s, Foster Street, Perth, observed the 40^th wedding anniversary (ruby) on Tuesday.  It was January 7, 1895 in St. John’s R.C. Church, Perth, that Mr. Earle, then of Carleton Place, married Annie Doyle, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Doyle of Drummond, with the late rev. C.J. Duffus officiating, assisted by Rev. (now Dean) M. Meagher, present pastor of St. John’s.  The bridesmaid was Miss Henrietta Doyle, afterwards Mrs. John Foy.  Mrs. Foy passed away some years ago.  The best man was Thomas Doyle, now of Smith’s Falls.  To their union was born one daughter Mrs. Cecil Lessard of Montreal and three sons, Dr. John Earle of Ottawa, Clifford Earle of Montreal, and Kenneth Earle of Perth.  A countless number of friends and relatives called upon Mr. and Mrs. Earle on Tuesday and presented them with a beautiful electric lamp and an address (not transcribed).  The evening was enjoyably spent in a social way and delightful refreshments were served at the midnight hour.

Last week the Smith’s Falls Record published by the Record News Press of Smith’s Falls, Ltd., observed the 50^th year of publication and the Courier heartily congratulates our esteemed contemporary on having completed half a century of continued usefulness to our neighboring town and district.  No exchange comes to the Courier office that is more welcome or appreciated than the Record News and the present occasion of its 50^th anniversary recalls many kindnesses in various forms extended to the Courier by the Record News.  In 1888, the Rideau Record was established by the late G.F. McKimm. In 1903 it developed into a semi-weekly and continued after amalgamation with the News in 1919 until January, 1933 when it reverted to a weekly.  The late Harry Sutton was assistant with the late Mr. McKimm almost from the first issue of the Record and became a partner in the company in 1919 when he purchased the News from the late J.H. Ross of Winchester Press who passed away a little over three weeks ago and the two businesses became known as the Record News in July, 1921.  Mr. McKimm died and Mr. Sutton became editor continuing in that capacity until his demise in September of 1928(?).  His son, Gordon S. Sutton then carried on the business until April 30, 1934 when A.E. Dobbie of Sterling took charge.  This was the first break in the control of the Record and Record News from the McKimm and Sutton families.

Perth Courier, Feb. 7, 1936

Mr. and Mrs. James Patterson well known residents of the 8^th Concession Bosanquet Township near Forest, Ontario, celebrated their Golden Wedding anniversary recently.  They were married in 1886 by Rev. McAmmond, the bride being Lucy Ann Rancier, daughter of Seth Rancier of Morton.  Mr. Patterson was a native of Lanark County and conducted a shoe business at Athens before going to Forest over 30 years ago and since then he has served ten years in the London Conference and preached in various churches.  Mr. and Mrs. Patterson have one daughter Mrs. H. Clemens of Bosanquet and two sons, Dr. C.A. Patterson of Jaspar and Roy Patterson of Cincinnati.

Perth Courier, March 6, 1936

Friends of Mr. and Mrs. John Loucks of Frankville congratulated the couple on Saturday on their wedding anniversary and Mrs. Loucks’ birthday but were not sure how to compute the number of years.  The couple were married on Feb. 29, 1888.  Some persons said this was their 48^th wedding anniversary, others the 12^th and still others, more mathematically inclined, the 11^th.  The last group figured it this way:  the leap year wedding date must be recognized but 1900 was in a leap year because the century figures must be divisible by 400 and not by 4 as in other years.  Likewise, Mrs. Loucks, who was born Feb. 29, 1868, is 68 years old, or 18, not 17.

Perth Courier, March 27, 1936

Selkirk, Manitoba Record:  One of the most delightful social events in our district for some time past took place at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Childerhouse on Saturday evening, Feb. 15(?)16(?) the occasion being the Silver Wedding anniversary of Rev. J. A. and Mrs. McConnell.  It was a complete surprise to Mr. and Mrs. McConnell, due to the fine cooperation of the ladies of the Little Britain and Cloverdale district.  Unfortunately, the weatherman prevented the Cloverdale people from being represented and was regretted by all present.  At 7:00 the friends began to gather and about 8:00 the bridal couple arrived and were ushered into the large living room to the strains of the bridal chorus played by Isabel Johnstone after which Rev. S.C. Wright of Selkirk and Rev. Thompkins of Lockport pronounced that they were truly married.  Jas. Pitts in a few well chosen words, greeted the couple on behalf of their friends, followed by a presentation of a beautiful silver service by Mrs. William Cummings, the gift of Little Britain and Cloverdale District; also a lovely bouquet of roses by Mrs. Complin representing the Dickens’ Club.  To the delight of the guests, for once Mr. McConnell seemed unable to find the words to express his appreciation and was forced to call upon his better half who very amiably responded after which the Rev. gentleman had sufficiently gathered himself together to express his surprise and appreciation also.  A three tiered wedding cake baked by Mrs. W. H. G. Taylor of Selkirk graced the center of the table.  Refreshments were served followed by singing Auld Lang Syne and They Are Jolly Good Fellows.  Thus the evening came to a close with the good old hymn “God Be With You Till We Meet Again”.  Rev. McConnell is a brother of Howard McConnell and Mrs. Thomas Rutherford of Maberly.

Perth Courier, April 17, 1936

Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Imeson, 2^nd Line Concession Drummond, observed their Golden Wedding Anniversary on Tuesday, April 7.  It was on April 7, 1886 that Chares Henry Imeson was married to Miss Ellen Hammill by Rev. Dr. Malcolm McGillivary at the home of the then Miss Hamill’s sister Mrs. John Davis of Drummond Street west.  On the evening of Tuesday last week a large number of their friends and neighbors gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Imeson to surprise them and at the same time honor them in the observance of their 50^th anniversary.  A well filled purse was presented to them by Jas. Rathwell and Mrs. Imeson received a lovely bouquet of daffodils from Elva Rathwell while George B. Couch read to them an address (not transcribed).  The couple received a number of cards and a three story bride’s cake.  The evening was quietly spent convening on old times.  To the union of Mr. and Mrs. Imeson were born three sons Lawrence (deceased), William and Howard and one daughter Mrs. Ivan Cullen.

Perth Courier, September 25, 1936

The Silver Wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. J.E. Joynt of Smith’s Falls came as a pleasant surprise when a number of friends and relatives gathered at their home on Lombard Street in honor of the couple.  The couple were showered with confetti and during the evening a community sing was enjoyed also solos by Harold McNish with his own guitar accompaniment.  Later Mr. S. Randall and George E. Swayne presented Mr. and Mrs. Joynt with a silver tea service and tray on behalf of the gathering.  They also received a half dozen silver teaspoon from Mr. and Mrs. W.S. Bell.  The dining room was centered with a large wedding cake.  Refreshments were served by Mrs. H. J. Bouck, Miss Muriel Joynt, Miss Joyce Wilson of Perth and Mrs. H. Buchanan of Montreal.

Perth Courier, October 30, 1936

The following is taken from a Saskatoon paper and will be of interest to many in the Perth district:  “Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Salmon of Saskatoon celebrated their Golden Wedding last week.  Commemorating the occasion, a special Mass was held that morning at 9:00 at St. Mary’s Church by Rev. Father Coughlin, parish priest, and after the service the happy event was celebrated at the farm home of their son John Joseph Salmon, north west of Saskatoon.  Mr. Salmon was born in 1857 in Smith’s Falls, Ontario.  His father was the late Thomas Salmon, a native of Smith’s Falls, but his mother came from County Wexford, Ireland.  On September 28, 1886, he married Ellen Byrne, daughter of the late James Byrne, formerly(?) of Perth.  Rev. Dean O’Connor performed the ceremony.  Miss Byrne was born in 1856.  Mr. and Mrs. Salmon left Smith’s Falls in 1907 to come to western Canada where they took up a section of land.  Four years later Mr. Salmon was successfully farming some 800 acres.  In 1919 he took up a section of land northwest of Saskatoon and in 1932 he retired, his boys now occupying the farm.  Mr. and Mrs. Salmon have five children living.  John Joseph, William Alphonsus and Thomas James are farmers northwest(?) of Saskatoon; Patrick Leo is employed at St. Paul’s Hospital; and Mrs. Annie Theresa Haggerty, whose husband farms in N. Battleford.  Mr. Salmon has three brothers—Michael and Ambrose of Smith’s Falls, Ontario and John in Toledo.  His sisters are Mrs. Julia Murphy and Mrs. Theresa McDonald of Perth, Ontario, Mrs. Agnes O’Neill and Mrs. Elizabeth O’Neill of Gananoque, Quebec.  Three of Mr. Salmon’s nephews are priests:  The Rev. Father Byrne of Spencerville; Rev. Father Maloney of La Saiette(?) and Rev. Father O’Neill of Brockville.  Mrs. Salmon has a sister Mrs. Mary Mahoney of Smith’s Falls.  Mr. and Mrs. Salmon received many congratulations on Monday and many gifts including a small purse of gold as well as beautiful flowers from Mrs. Cooper’s Circle of St. Mary’s parish.  Among those present at the celebration were Rev. Father Coughlan, parish priest of St. Mary’s; Rev. Father O’Leary and Rev. Father Mulcahey of St. Paul’s Church; Mr. Haggarty and his six daughters from N. Battleford; Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Murphy and Mrs. Haynes of Saskatoon and many other personal friends.”

Perth Courier, November 20, 1936

Mr. W. Ezra McGillivray on Thursday, November 12 celebrated the 50^th anniversary of his membership in the Rideau Lodge #241(?) I.O.O.F., Smith’s Falls.  It is fifty years since Mr. McGillivray became an Oddfellow in Smith’s Falls and he has the honor of being one of the oldest living veterans of the three link fraternity in Smith’s Falls although there are several others who are following him up.

Perth Courier, December 4, 1936

Congratulations and good wishes are being extended by a wide circle of friends to Mr. and Mrs. T.A. Poole, Gore Street east, when they celebrated their Golden Wedding anniversary.  Mr. and Mrs. Poole were married on December 1, 1886 at the home of the bride in North Burgess by Rev. Dr. Ross, at that time pastor of Knox Church, Perth.  Mrs. Poole is a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Poole (transcriber’s note, I checked this twice, apparently her maiden name was the same as her married name) of North Elmsley.  They farmed in North Elmsley until about 13(?) 18(?) years ago when they came to live in Perth.  Since coming to Perth, Mr. Poole has taken an active interest in municipal politics, 8 years ago being elected deputy reeve and holding this office (illegible words).  Mr. and Mrs. Poole are members of St. Paul’s United Church and Mr. Poole has been a member of the Session since church union.  Mr. and Mrs. Poole were at home on Saturday when their family were all present these being Norman and Harold of North Elmsley; Gordon of Windsor and Alma of Toronto and their five grandchildren:  Raymond, Allen, Joan, Lois and Bobbie.  The table was beautifully decorated with yellow roses while a large wedding cake was decorated in gold.  Mrs. Norman Poole and Mrs. Harold Poole poured tea and Misses Lois and Joan assisted in serving.  The happy couple were the recipients of many beautiful gifts among them being a silver tea service, a gold headed cane and a Kenwood blanket from the immediate relatives and an arm chair from the family and a mantle clock from the grandchildren, silver cream and sugar from the Session of St. Paul’s church and many other lovely gifts, floral and otherwise from their many other friends.

Perth Courier, Jan. 29, 1937

On January 20, at their home at 19 Lewis Street, Mr. and Mrs. C.A. Farmer, well known and highly esteemed residents of this town, quietly celebrated their Golden Wedding anniversary.  Flowers, gifts, and letters of congratulations were received from many friends in town and from outside points.  Mr. Farmer was born in Perth, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Farmer and lived in Perth and vicinity all his life.  In his early days, he was associated with G.B. Farmer of Perth in his shoe business; later he conducted a grocery store.  Mrs. Farmer was the former Miss Christina McNab.  She was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Colin McNab, pioneers of Elmsley.  The stone chimney of the old home of the bride’s parents has been converted by the Smith’s Falls Baptist Church into a memorial of the founding of eh church in that home and as a tribute to the organizers of the church by the bride’s grandfather Elder McNab.  Mr. and Mrs. Farmer were married on January 20, 1887 at the bride’s home by the late Rev. T. Luckins, pastor of the Smith’s Falls Baptist Church.  Three children were born to them, Bessie of Perth, Christine of Gravenhurst and Thomas who died suddenly two years ago.  Mr. Farmer has three brothers living:  George B. of Perth, Dr. S.J. Farmer of Winnipeg, and William of Montreal.  He also has a sister, Mary J. Farmer of Perth while one sister of Mrs. Farmer’s, Miss Emily McNab, also resides here.  Both Mr. and Mrs. Farmer are members of the Perth Baptist Church.

Perth Courier, Feb. 2, 1937

Mr. and Mrs. Abraham Ebeneezer Hamilton of Winnipeg recently celebrated the 50^th anniversary of their marriage which took place in the Congregational Church manse in Lanark Village in 1887.  Asked by a Winnipeg paper what the happiest event of the fifty years was Mrs. Hamilton said “the twins John and Peter, no body could ever tell those boys apart”.  Mr. and Mrs. Hamilton left Lanark many years ago and after residing for some time in Almonte moved west.

Perth Courier, March 5, 1937

Mr. and Mrs. W.J. Kirkham, well known resident of Brooke, quietly celebrated their Golden Wedding anniversary at their home here recently.  Mr. Kirkham was born at Bathurst, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Kirkham.  Mrs. Kirkham was the former Miss Annie Davis, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. James Davis of Drummond.  Her only sister is Mrs. Ephraim Kirkham of Wilson Street, Perth.  In his early days, Mr. Kirkham served his apprenticeship as a blacksmith with the late Dennis Noonan of Perth and later for a number of years with the late Edward James.  He afterwards conducted a blacksmith shop in the building now operated by the Perth Motor Sales(?).  In 1898(?) he purchased a farm near Brooke where they resided until they moved to Brooke ten years ago.  Mr. and Mrs. Kirkham were married on January 8, 1887 by the late Dr. McGilvery then of St. Andrew’s Church, Perth.  There were five children born to the union two of whom died in infancy.  Three survive, Alfred on the homestead at Brooke, Lawrence at Montreal and Royden of Perth.  Mr. and Mrs. Kirkham received many gifts and letters of congratulations from their many friends who wish them many years of continued health and happiness.

Perth Courier, October 1, 1937

Believed to be the oldest twins living in North America, Robert Bond of Ottawa and Richard Bond of Walla Walla, Washington, born at Carleton Place, Ontario, 86 years ago will see each other in Ottawa this week for the first time in 52 years.  Richard left Walla Walla on Saturday for Ottawa.  After the twins renew acquaintance, they will go to Lanark Village to help their older brother George Bond, celebrate his 100^th birthday.  The other surviving member of the pioneer district family, Mrs. John Thoburn, 90 of Victoria, will not be able to attend the celebration.  The trip across the country would be too much for her, Robert Bond said.  Owing to an illness of a daughter of George Bond, at Lanark, there will be no special celebration but there will be a reunion of the three brothers.  “I have been looking forward to seeing him for a long time” Robert said this week.  “The last time I saw him was 52 years ago when he came east to visit.  I was living in Almonte at the time”.  George Bond, who despite his 100 years is enjoying splendid health and suffers hardly any of the infirmities of age, and is also looking forward keenly to the reunion.

Perth Courier, December 10, 1937

Mr. and Mrs. Amos Rice of Westport celebrated their Golden Wedding on November 23.  Before her marriage Mrs. Rice was Miss Mary Jean Haskin of Westport and they were united in marriage at the Newboro Methodist Church by Rev. Mr. Tennant.  They have always lived around Westport since their wedding day, carrying on the occupation of farming.  Six children were born to this union three boys and three girls.  The daughters are Mrs. Ernie Hannah (Bertie) of Perth; Mrs. Burton Perkins (Grace) of Rocksprings; and Tannie, R.N. of Ontario Hospital, Woodstock.  The sons are Harold and Percy, farmers, of Westport and Esbon(?) who resides in Winchester.

Perth Courier, August 26, 1938

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The home of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas A. Rothwell, Ferguson’s Falls, was the scene on Monday of a very happy gathering, the celebration of the 50^th Wedding anniversary of this esteemed couple.  The home was a profusion of summer blooms wherein wild flowers and garden blooms were tastefully blended.  At high noon a wedding dinner was served when 20 persons partook of the hospitality of the host and hostess.  Dinner over, A.M. Sheppard, son-in-law, acted as toastmaster.  The guests adjourned to the lawn where the honored couple was presented with a beautiful studio couch by the family and the brothers and their families.  From 3:00 to 5:00 and from 7:00 to 10:00 a reception was held when many of the friends and neighbors gathered to wish Mr. and Mrs. Rothwell many more returns of the day.  Tea was served to the guests in the dining room which had been very prettily decorated and the table presenting a splendid setting for the event.  Guests were received by their daughter Mrs. A.M. Sheppard and those assisting were Mrs. W. J. Rothwell, Mrs. A. Ruttle, Miss Isobel Haley, Mrs. Harold Rothwell, Mrs. O. Desell(?), Mrs. S. Rothwell, Miss Blanche Sheppard, Miss Elena Sheppard, Miss Margaret Graham, Mrs. W.G. Rothwell, Miss Mae Doyle, and Mrs. Wellington Weir.  Guests from a distance included Rev. J.W.R. Menkin, rector of St. John’s Church, Boyds, where Mr. and Mrs. Rothwell have worshipped for their entire married lives; Rev. Canon R.(?) Turley of Ottawa; and Rev. G.A. Brunet(?) of Perth, both former rectors of St. John’s; Mr. and Mrs. James Graham, Wilmer and Thelma Graham of Maryland, Quebec; T.A. Thompson, M.P. and Mrs. Thompson of Almonte; Mr. and Mrs. T.J.H. Rothwell and Master Jack, Mrs. J.B. Morris and Miss L.(?) M. Morris and Mr. A. Sheppard of Ottawa; Mr. and Mrs. J. Sheppard of Hamilton; Mr. and Mrs. Smith, Brantford.  During the evening a beautiful clock was presented to Mr. and Mrs. Rothwell by the church wardens on behalf of the Guild, Aux. and congregation of St. John’s Church, Boyd’s where both have been active in all church work for over half a century.  An address was read.  Mr. Rothwell was born in Lanark township on October 21, 1864 son of the late John Rothwell and his wife, Eleanor Warren was born in Lanark township on Sept. 22, 1864, daughter of the late Joseph Graham and his wife Anne Jane Goss(?).  They were married in Lanark on Aug. 22, 1888 and for 38 years lived on the farm adjoining his father’s on the 8^th Concession of Lanark.  They then removed to their present home near Ferguson’s Falls.  To them were born three sons and four daughters:  John, killed at Paschondale in the Great War; William G., on the old homestead; T.J.H. of the Lisgar-Collegiate staff at Ottawa; Eleanor (Mrs. A.M. Sheppard) of Ferguson’s Falls; Susie at home; Annie and Blanche, deceased.  They have four grandchildren.  Mr. Rothwell has three brothers—William J. on the original homestead; J. Wilbert of Winnipeg; and Rev. Warren Rothwell of Sydney, Manitoba.  Mrs. Rothwell has two brothers George Graham of Lanark and Joseph Graham of British Columbia.  Mr. Rothwell, the groom of fifty years ago, has always been active in all community and church affairs.  He was for 13 years a member of the Lanark Township Council and ever interested in municipal and educational affairs.  He served as warden in St. John’s Church, and it is most interesting to note here that he followed his father in this office, their combined services reaching (illegible number, maybe 60?) years.

Perth Courier, September 30, 1938

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On Tuesday evening Sept. 20, representatives of the Official Board of St. Paul’s United Church visited the manse and conveyed to the occupants there the hearty congratulations and sincere good wishes no only of the board but of the entire congregation, the occasion being the 45^th anniversary of the wedding of Dr. and Mrs. Morden. Under the capable direction of T.C. Smith, the proceedings were successfully carried out.  J. Hardy read an address to Dr. and Mrs. Morden, touching on some of the many phases of their life and work, particularly as it related tot heir home and to the church.  A tangible expression was found in the gift to Dr. and Mrs. Morden of a substantial sum of money, the presentation being made by Mrs. Fred Darou.

Perth Courier, April 29, 1938

Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Quattrocchi of Perth will celebrate their 25^th Wedding anniversary on Sunday next, May 1.

Perth Courier, October 14, 1938

The home of Mr. and Mrs. L.J. Badour of Ferguson’s Falls was the scene on Monday of a very happy gathering, the occasion being the celebration of the 50^th wedding anniversary of this respected couple.  Mr. and Mrs. Badour were at home to a large number of their relatives and friends during the afternoon when congratulations and good wishes were showered upon the aged couple.  Occasion was also afforded to those present to welcome Alphonse Badour and his bride, who were married at Westport ten days ago.  The bride and groom of fifty years, Louis John Badour and March Catherine Babcock, were married October 18, 1888 at St. Edward’s Church, Westport, by Rev. Father F. Toohey.  The attendants on that happy occasion who are still living were Mary Babcock (Mrs. M.J. Maxwell) of Watertown, New York, sister of the bride and Thomas Badour of Windsor, brother of the groom.  The observance of the anniversary was begun in the morning by the singing of a high mass in St. Patrick’s Church, Ferguson’s Falls, by Rev. Father Clancy, followed by a wedding breakfast for immediate relatives and friends at the home of the honored couple.  All the living sons and daughters were present except Ursala (Mrs. Charles Yeates of Callandar), who was absent owing to the very serious illness of her husband.  Also in the gathering was Charles Healy, husband of the deceased daughter Ethel.  The family included two sons Joseph and Alphonse of Ferguson’s Falls and three daughters—Edith (Mrs. John Hefferman) of Toledo, Ont.; Ursula (Mrs. Charles Yeates) of Callendar; and Miss Florence of Toronto; also a gift was presented by Miss Beatrice McKittrick on behalf of the Catholic Women’s League.

Perth Courier, December 2, 1938

Mr. and Mrs. John H. White of Stanleyville were at home to their many friends on Saturday, November 26, the occasion of their Golden Wedding anniversary.  It was the first time in 21 years that Mr. and Mrs. White had all their family together at home at one time.  The members of the family are:  Leonard of Killaloe (?); Kenneth of Detroit; Lawrence of Smith’s Falls; Herbert of Stanleyville; Mrs. P. Brady of Bedford Mills; Mrs. R. Jones of Detroit; Mrs. J. Code of Smith’s Falls; Mrs. D. O’Donnell of Ottawa.  Fourteen grandchildren were also present.  Dinner was served to many friends and the toast tot eh honored couple was proposed by Ref. Father Whelen, parish priest of Stanleyville. During the evening, dancing and card playing were enjoyed by the many friends who were present for the occasion.

Perth Courier, March 24, 1939

Mr. and Mrs. G.B. Farmer of Perth had their Golden Wedding anniversary on Sunday, March 19.  They celebrated the occasion by having a family dinner with immediate relatives from Smith’s Falls and elsewhere being present.  Later, relatives and many friends called to offer good wishes to the bride and groom of fifty years ago.  Mrs. Farmer, before her marriage, was Miss Margaret Comrie Clark (Comrie being the name of the family home in Scotland), eldest daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Clark of Smith’s Falls.  They were united in marriage at the residence of the bride’s parents by the late Rev. Thomas Nixon of St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church in Smith’s Falls.  Mr. Farmer is a native of Perth, born here in 1851.  After spending a few years in Arnprior with his cousin William Farmer, he returned here and established a shoe business which he carried on for over fifty years in what is known as the Code block.  He retired from business in 1922.  Mr. and Mrs. Farmer are very well known having a large circle of friends and relatives who join in wishing them both good health and happiness for years to come.

Perth Courier, June 30, 1939

On Sunday, June 25, Mr. and Mrs. John J. Mackler of Balderson quietly celebrated their 45^th Wedding Anniversary.  Mrs. Mackler was the former Emily Brady, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Brady, 3^rd Line Bathurst.  They have a family of nine children all of whom are living.  Both Mr. and Mrs. Mackler enjoy excellent health and take an active part in the work on the farm

More than 125 friends attended the reception held on June 12 by Mr. and Mrs. Cardwell Hanna of Bolingbroke on the occasion of their Golden Wedding anniversary.  Mr. and Mrs. Hanna were married on June 12, 1889 at Maberly by Rev. Joseph Follick.  They were born in Bolingbroke; Mr. Hanna is 79 years old while Mrs. Hanna is in her 69^th year.  Both are in the best of health and still very active.  Sweet peas, peonies and many other spring flowers were used throughout the house.  The center dining room table looked lovely with golden colored streamers from the ceiling to the corners of the table and a very large bell hung down the center over the bride’s cake with bowls of yellow iris on the sides.  From 2:30 to 9:30 lunch was served to the many friends who called.  Those who assisted in the serving were Mrs. Alvin Hanna, Mrs. Douglas Hanna, Mrs. Will Mahon, Mrs. Ellen Falls and Miss Marjory Bresee(?) Breaces(?).  Those who helped to make a pleasant afternoon and evening with music were Mr. Harold and miss Evelyn Armstrong, Rufus Deacon, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Norris and Donald, Miss Marjorie and Mr. Gilbert Breace and Will Fitzgerald.  The family consists of two sons Douglas and Alvin of Bolingbroke and four daughters Mrs. Albert E. James (Mabel) of Plantagenet, Mrs. Stanley Breace(?) (Ethel) of Westport; Mrs. Albert Fitzgerald (Beulah) of Plantagenet and Miss Dorothy Hanna of Toronto.  Mr. and Mrs. Hanna were the recipients of gifts and tokens expressing the best wishes of their many friends.  Guests were present from Otter Lake, Quebec and Plantagenet, Mallorytown, Augusta, Toronto, Perth, Zealand, Bathurst and Westport as well as their many friends from Bolingbroke.

Perth Courier, December 1, 1939

On Friday, Nov. 24, Mr. and Mrs. J.W. Walroth of Fallbrook celebrated their 43^rd wedding anniversary; also Mr. and Mrs. R.E. Walroth celebrated their 15^th wedding anniversary.

Perth Courier, January 19, 1940

Mr. and Mrs. James Sample of Montague celebrated their Pearl Wedding anniversary.

Perth Courier, Feb. 2, 1940

Mr. and Mrs. Michael Vice, Sr., of Renfrew, celebrated recently their 50^th wedding anniversary.  Their family includes seven sons:  Frank Vice of Perth; John Vice of Needles, California; Alex, (illegible name Ti - - - -), Steve, Michael and William all of Renfrew; three daughters Sister Mary Casimir(?) of St. Joseph’s Hospital, Chatham, Ontatio; Mrs. D.P. O’Brien of Toronto; and Miss Eva Vice of Pasadena, California.

Perth Courier, April 5, 1940

On the evening of Tuesday, March 24 the people of the Lavant neighborhood gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J.M. Browning to mark with them the 50^th anniversary of their wedding.  Games, radio programs, and social intercourse filled the time pleasantly and dainty refreshments were served.  As a token of the esteem and friendship Mr. and Mrs. Browning were presented with a clock and an address (not transcribed).  The host and hostess expressed their appreciation of the kindness and thoughtfulness of this gift.

Perth Courier, July 19, 1940

On Wednesday of last week Mr. and Mrs. George Garrett of Doranville, pioneer residents of that district, quietly celebrated the 68^th anniversary of their marriage.  It was on July 10, 1872 that Mr. Garrett, who was the fourth son of the late George Garrett and Mary Greer of Silver Lake, took as a bride Jane Johnston, daughter of Robert Johnston and Ellen Greer of (illegible, maybe Oso?).  (note, last names as printed of the mothers are both Greer).  At that time there were only two or three houses at Sharbot Lake and no church there.  The minister who performed the ceremony was a Methodist circuit rider from Maberly.  Recalling these early days, Mr. Garrett stated “I had built a little cabin back in the bush north of Zealand and not far from the farm now occupied by Jim McCord.  The neighbors were good in those days and they gave me a lot of help in building my first home.”  To this clearing in the woods, the young couple repaired.  They did not have much in the way of worldly goods but stout hearts and a willingness to work were valuable assets.  Mr. Garrett owned an ox team but most of his work was with the axe.  “I was young and strong” he said “and could work all day without ever tiring.  I was always chopping wood to make potash for cash.  We had lots of hard work but there was always plenty to eat and we were as happy as kings.”  The little log cabin became too small for the growing family and a larger house was built in which Mr. and Mrs. Garrett raised their family of three sons and five daughters.  After their family had grown up they sold their farm and retired to Sharbot Lake where Mr. Garrett was employed on the C.P.R. section.  “When we were pioneering”, Mr. Garrett said, “game was plentiful.  I saw lots of bear and deer and at night the wolves used to howl.”  Mr. Garrett, who is 91 years of age, is still rugged and active.  Mrs. Garrett is 90 and was able to do all her own work until last October when she was badly injured in a fall.  Since that time she has been in poor health.  Six  sons and daughters are still living including Thomas of Sydenham; Robert of Leamington; George of Zealand; Mrs. Robert Armstrong of Zealand; Mrs. Charles Gordon of Sharbot Lake; and Mrs. Acheson(?) of Detroit.  Mrs. Viola Moore of Lombardy who died last month was a daughter while another daughter Mrs. Ellen McCord, died 23 years ago.

In Winnipeg recently Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Fife celebrated their 65^th wedding anniversary.  They were married at Middleville in 1875 by the late Rev. William Cochrane and spent over 35 years in Winnipeg.  Their daughter Eva and son Rowland reside with their parents.  Mr. and Mrs. Fife resided in Watson’s Corners for over 20 years before going to Winnipeg in 1904.  Mr. Fife is employed there for the Canadian National Railway for 22 years.  He has been retired for about 10 years.  Mrs. Fife has a sister who resides at Watson’s Corners, Mrs. John Jackson who, with Mr. Jackson, some years ago, had their Golden Wedding anniversary.

Perth Courier, Sept. 20, 1940

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Mr. and Mrs. James W. Gamble celebrated their Golden Wedding anniversary on Tuesday, Sept. 10 and were feted by friends, relatives, the Perth Fire Brigade, Perth Citizen’s Band, etc.  The photo shown above ordered in ample time and intended for reproduction in last week’s issue did not, unfortunately, reach this office until Friday, too late for last week’s issue.

Perth Courier, Nov. 8, 1940

Early this week Mr. and Mrs. J.W. Gamble received from Lt. jack Lapoint in England a letter of congratulations concerning their recent Golden Wedding anniversary celebration.  The letter was posted in England on October 18 and followed Lt. Lapointe’s reading of the reference to the anniversary in a copy of the Courier which reached him.

Perth Courier, Nov. 22, 1940

Ferguson’s Falls;  Some folks from here had a very pleasant time at the Silver Wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Montgomery of Lanark.

An event of widespread interest took place on Nov. 17 when Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Bothwell celebrated the 60^th anniversary of their wedding day.  On their marriage, at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Donald MacPhail, Drummond, by Rev. Dr. Bain, they came to Perth which has been their home ever since.  Of them it can truly be said “the latch string on their door has always been out”.  The esteem in which Mr. and Mrs. Bothwell are held was shown by the scores of people who came to offer their felicitations and also by the profusion of flowers, gifts and telegrams from their many friends in Toronto, Kingston, and the surrounding towns and country.  Their daughter, Mrs. Lothian of Kirkland Lake, and two grandchildren, Nancy and Tom Lothian of Queen’s University, were present.  The town band added their part by serenading with appropriate music and the session of St. Andrew’s Church of which Mr. and Mrs. Bothwell have been long and faithful members, called to read an address.

Perth Courier, Nov. 29, 1940

Last week Mr. and Mrs. George Harrington of Smith’s Falls were feted on the occasion of their 60^th wedding anniversary.

Out of town friends called to offer congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Bothwell on their diamond wedding anniversary were C.J. Bothwell, Miss Jean Bothwell, Mrs. Ramsden, Miss M. Bothwell, John Calderwood, Toronto; Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Chown, Mrs. Third(?), Donald and Ned Chown of Kingston; Misses Miller, Miss McEwen and Mrs. Douglas, Smith’s Falls; James G. Craig, Mrs. William Findlay, Miss Dorothy Findlay, Mrs. Gillis (Gillies?), Mrs. John Poole, Mrs. Norman Riddell and Miss Sturgeon of Carleton Place; and Mrs. Wray(?) of Grimsby(?).

Perth Courier, May 8, 1941

Mr. and Mrs. William J. Bradley of Carleton Place attained the 50^th anniversary of their wedding day on April 22.

Perth Courier, November 6, 1941

Mr. and Mrs. Alfred James of Foster Street will be at home to their friends on Tuesday afternoon and evening, November 11 on the occasion of their 50^th wedding anniversary.

Perth Courier, November 13, 1941

The home of Mr. and Mrs. Alex Dodds who reside on the Scotch Line, Perth, was the scene of a very happy occasion on Tuesday, Nov. 11.  They celebrated their 50^th wedding anniversary.  Mr. Dodds was born on the Scotch Line the eldest son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Dodds.  Mrs. Dodds’ maiden name was Helena Jeanette Pegg of Mt. Albert, Toronto.  They were married in St. Thomas, North Dakota where their eight children were born of whom seven are living:  Lulu Jean, Mrs. Bert Bicknell, was called “home” in 1930; Garnett Thomas, who farms at Perth; Lee Ralph, B.A., L.D.S., D.D.S of Edmonton, known as the flying dentist of the Arctic; Frederick Earle, D.D.S., L.D.S. World War veteran now practicing dentistry in Red Deer, Alberta; James Dunlop in Chicago; Roy Garfield, D.D.S., L.D.S. practicing in Chesterfield, Ontario; Pearle (Mrs. Ed McCue) of Rideau Ferry; Laura Mae at home.  There are nine grandchildren.  During the day, Mr. and Mrs. Dodds received numerous cards of congratulations, telegrams, telephone calls and many of their neighbors called at their home during the afternoon.  In the evening some sixty guests all close relatives were present among whom were Mrs. Dodds’ brother, William R. Pegg of Lombardy and Mr. Dodds’ three brothers Ralph, Matthew and Norman and two sisters Mrs. Sarah MacLennan and Mrs. J. Edgar Erwin.  The bride and groom of fifty years were seated beside the fire place where they received their guests as they arrived.  The bride was dressed in crushed rose sheer with white accessories.  The gifts were laid on the dining room table in the center of which was a three story wedding cake.  During the evening Mr. and Mrs. Dodds had the pleasure of speaking by phone with their son Earle and granddaughter Dorothy in Red Deer, Alberta; words of congratulations were clearly heard over a distance of 2,000 miles.  Dr. Lee Dodds sent his parents congratulations by telegram.  Just before luncheon Miss Dorothy Dodds (niece) read a very appropriate poem entitled “The 50^th Wedding Anniversary” after which everyone joined in singing “How Good is the God We Adore”.

Two highly esteemed Perth residents, Mr. and Mrs. Alfred James, celebrated at their home on Foster Street on Tuesday the 50^th anniversary of their wedding.  They were the recipients of gifts from friends and relatives and from the W.M.S. of St. Paul’s United Church, these being in addition to a profusion of flowers from numerous friends.  During the day about 100 of their friends from town and out of town called at the James’ home to offer congratulations about the past.  With Mr. and Mrs. James on this occasion were their two daughters, Mrs. Collin McLean of Kingston and Mrs. George Mason of Domie(?) Mine, S. Porcupine and two grandchildren, Ralph Beamish of Montreal and Beth McLean of Kingston.  Their son, Capt. E.A. James of Camp Borden, was not able to be present.  Among those who visited Mr. and Mrs. James on Tuesday were four who had been present at their wedding in 1891:  William Armstrong, Ed Stedman, Mrs. William Armstrong, formerly Miss Carried Hands, all of Perth and Mrs. A.N. Stedman formerly Miss Grace Cunningham of Drummond.  It was at the home of the bride’s parents, 2^nd Line Drummond, that Rev. W. G. Henderson a Methodist minister officiated at their marriage on November 10(?), 1891 at the wedding of Miss Elizabeth Brooks Stedman, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Reuben Stedman to Alfred James, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. John James.  Their attendants at the time were Miss Maud Cullen of Smith’s Falls, later Mrs. John Lewis, now deceased and William Armstrong who visited the celebrants on Tuesday.  Mr. and Mrs. James farmed in Drummond for over thirty years.  They moved to Perth in 1925 and here, as at their home in Drummond, they have many friends who anticipate for them many more years of happiness in the sunset of their years.

Perth Courier, November 20, 1941

Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Bothwell of town celebrated the 61^st anniversary of their wedding.  Mrs. D.A. Lothian of Kirkland Lake was present for the occasion.  Friends and neighbors called to extend their congratulations.

Perth Courier, December 11, 1941

Mr. and Mrs. J.H. Mendels of Smith’s Falls, who celebrate their Golden Wedding anniversary on Wed., Dec. 17, will be at home to their friends both afternoon and evening at their residence at 66 Maple Avenue, north, Smith’s Falls.

Perth Courier, Dec. 25, 1941

Mr. and Mrs. Charles Windenmaier of Drummond celebrated their Golden Wedding anniversary Dec. 2 when scores of friends and neighbors called at their home to congratulate them.  Mrs. John and Mrs. Fred Windenmaier attended to pouring the tea and a pleasant afternoon and evening were passed.  The good fellowship and good feelings expressed by all testified to the respect and high standing Mr. and Mrs. Windenmaier enjoy among the people in the community where they have lived during half a century of married life.  On the 8^th December to further express their good wishes, the community entertained Mr. and Mrs. Windenmaier and their family at the Orange Hall at Drummond Centre.  When the bride and groom of 50 years ago entered the hall, the orchestra played and everyone sang “Put On Your Old Gray Bonnet”.  After supper was served, William McGarry and John F. Bothwell presented Mr. and Mrs. Windenmaier with two beautiful chairs and an address (not transcribed).  After this the bridal couple took a whirl on the dance floor and let some of the young people see how to dance. Dancing was enjoyed for a few hours, exceptionally good music being provided.  The singing of “God Save the King” brought a very enjoyable evening to a close.

Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Mendels of Smith’s Falls celebrated their 50^th Wedding Anniversary on Wednesday of last week. Mr. and Mrs. Mendels have spent the greater part of their lives in Lanark County where Mr. Mendels has been prominent in the business life of Lanark, Perth and Smith’s Falls.  They were married on Dec. 17, 1891 in Montreal by Rev. Dr. Freelander. Mr. Mandels operated a general store in Lanark, later moving to Perth where he carried on a business over 30 years.  While a resident of Perth he was also prominent in the municipal affairs of the town and served on the council board eleven years.  Mr. and Mrs. Mandels moved later to Smith’s Falls where they now reside.  They have a family of two daughters and one son Mrs. G.T. Hammond of New York, Miss Amy Mendels of Montreal and Ernest A. Mendels of Smith’s Falls.

Mr. and Mrs. T.C. Smith are celebrating their 50^th wedding anniversary on New Year’s Day.  They will be “at home” to their friends from 4:00 to 7:00 pm.

Perth Courier, Jan. 29, 1942

A very pleasant time was spent at the home of Mr. and Mrs. R.E. White on the evening of Jan. 22 when about fifty of their relatives gathered to extend their congratulations on the event of their 40^th wedding anniversary.  Mr. and Mrs. White were presented with an occasional chair after the reading of an address by Mrs. Henry Palmer (not transcribed).  Misses Catherine Hosie and Elsie White presented a gift and although completely taken by surprise Mr. and Mrs. White replied to their friends in a fitting manner.  The remaining part of the evening was spent socially after which refreshments were served.  The wedding party was complete with the bridesmaid, Miss Agnes Hossie, and the groomsman, David Drummond.  Rev. Mr. Alp extended congratulations to the bride and groom of long ago.  Friends from a distance were David Drummond, Mr. and Mrs. Stewart Drummond of Almonte; Mr. and Mrs. Arnold White, Mrs. And Mrs. J.B. Whtie and Mrs. George White, all of Smith’s Falls.

Perth Courier, July 2, 1942

A large number of friends and relatives gathered in the home of Mr. and Mrs. James Dillon, 8^th Concession Burgess on Friday, June 19 on the occasion of their 30^th wedding anniversary.  The evening was spent in cards and dancing.  They were the recipients of many beautiful and useful gifts and a sum of money.  Friends from a distance who also attended were Mr. Dillon’s sister, Mrs. Mary Brady and daughter Mrs. Hamberg and Mr. Hamberg from Illinois who were visiting here at the time.  During the evening an address was read by Rev. R.A. Moodie which was followed by singing “For They Are Jolly Good Fellows”.

Perth Courier, July 23, 1942

At their home “Hellena”(?) in Lanark Village, Mr. and Mrs. James C. Currie celebrated their Golden Wedding anniversary, being “at home” to their friends and honored guests at a family dinner.  The presentation of a studio couch was made.  Mr. and Mrs. Currie were married by Rev. Mr. Smith, Presbyterian minister at Middleville on July 21, 1982.  Mrs. Currie was the former Miss Elizabeth Playfair Affleck.  They lived until 1920 at the Currie farm in Dalhousie township when they moved to Lanark.  The couple, who are active members of the United Church of Lanark, have been workers in many organizations.  Mrs. Currie has participated in the Red Cross and the Workers’ Missionary Society and her husband served in several municipal capacities.  Among those present at the reception were their five children:  Mrs. J.A. McFarlane of North Gower; Mrs. Wilbert Kerr of Fallbrook; R.V. Currie of the Department of Railways and Canals, Ottawa; J. Kenneth Currie of Smith’s Falls; R.M. Currie of Normetal, Que., and also five grandchildren.

Mr. and Mrs. Ernest A. Hughes and family of Balderson attended the Golden Wedding anniversary of the former’s aunt and uncle, Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Cooke at Carleton Place on July 16.

Perth Courier, August 20, 1942

At Ingersoll, Que., on Wednesday, October 12, Mr. and Mrs. R.A. Paterson celebrated their Golden Wedding Anniversary.  Mr. Paterson is a former principal of the Perth Collegiate, for 22 years inspector of schools in S. Oxford and in previous years a math teacher in Perth, Simcoe and Strathroy(?), Brantford, Woodstock and Ingersoll Collegiate.  When past 40 years of age, he studied law and graduated from Osgoode Hall at Toronto.  Returning then to Ingersoll, he practiced law with his brother, ex-Magistrate J.L. Paterson for some years but returned to teaching.  Mrs. Paterson was born at Whitby, a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Richard Francis and they were married in Perth while Mr. Paterson was a principal of the Perth Collegiate Institute.

Perth Courier, Sept. 17, 1942

On Thursday evening, Oct. 27, over 300 friends and neighbors gathered in the community hall at Ferguson’s Falls to honor Mr. and Mrs. A.M. Sheppard in celebrating their 25^th wedding anniversary.  The Innisville orchestra, assisted by Messrs. Boyd and Gardiner, furnished music for dancing.  During the evening a halt was called in the dancing and an address was read by Rev. Mr. Wisgar and W.G. Rothwell and E. J. Sheppard presented a community gift of two chairs and a floor lamp to Mr. and Mrs. Sheppard.  (address not transcribed)  Among those from a distance werer Mr. and Mrs. Wainman, Miss Nettie Streame(?), Miss Iva Sheppard of Ottawa; Misses Katie and Mary Sheppard of Hamilton; and Mr. E.J. Sheppard of Bernard, Sask.  Mr. Sheppard had recently returned from a four weeks visit to friends around Moose Jaw and Winnipeg.

Perth Courier, October 1, 1942

Middleville:  Mr. and Mrs. Ed Rodger attended the 25^th wedding anniversary on Saturday evening of Mr. and Mrs. Earnest Pretty, Hopetown, the latter being a sister of Mrs. Rodger.

Perth Courier, October, 1942

On Friday of last week Mr. and Mrs. William Darou celebrated their 63^rd wedding anniversary at the home of their daughter Mrs. William Gibson of Kingston.  Mrs. Darou, 81, is now ill in bed but her husband, 83, is in good health.  They were married at Newboro on October 9, 1879 and spent the first 40 years of their married life farming near Westport

Perth Courier, Nov. 19, 1942

On Tuesday of this week Nov. 17, Mr. and Mrs. T.A. Bothwell celebrated the 62^nd anniversary of their wedding.

Perth Courier, Jan. 17, 1943

Mr. and Mrs. James Rankin celebrated their 60^th wedding anniversary at the home of their daughter, Mrs. O. Stewart.  James Rankin and Agnes Paul were married on Dec. 27, 1882.  They had ten children and all are living with the exception of one daughter, Ida (Mrs. M. Evans) of Reston, Manitoba who died five years ago while returning from a month’s vacation with her parents.  Those living are:  Isobel(?) (Mrs. C. Wilkins) of Mankota, Sask.; Mina and Rena (Mrs. T. Ferguson and Mrs. William Warren) of Belleville, Ont.; Margaret (Mrs. W. Sheets) of Rochester, N.Y.; Christine (Mrs. O. Stewart) of Perth; Will, John, Earl and Mervyn all of Lanark County.  They have 18 grandchildren and one great grandchild.  Mr. and Mrs. Rankin were born at Lanark County and have spent all their lives farming until 15 years ago when they retired and went to live in Hopetown.  Mr. Rankin is 84 and Mrs. Ranking is 89.  They have four grandchildren in the armed forces:  Wilmer Stewart, R.C.N.V.R., now stationed in Halifax, Nova Scotia; Vernon Ferguson, R.C.O.C. now stationed in Kingston; Rankin Wilkins in Regina, Sask.; and Sgt. Clarence Gillies, R.C.A.F., Middletown, N.S.  Mr. and Mrs. Rankin are enjoying good health and enjoy visiting their children and grandchildren.  Mrs. Rankin has two sisters and one brother living and Mr. Rankin has four brothers living.

Perth Courier, April 1, 1943

Mr. and Mrs. William Langstaff attended the 50^th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. William Somerville on Monday evening March 33(?) at Balderson at the home of their son Ross.  Only the immediate relatives were in attendance.

Perth Courier, Nov. 30, 1944

The 50^th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. W.A. Sargent of Highland Park, Michigan, former residents of Sharbot Lake and Westport, was recently celebrated.  The couple were married Nov. 15 by Rev. Topping in Perth but have lived for a number of years on the American side. Open house was held from 2:00 to 10:00 and during that time over 200 thronged their Elmhurst Avenue home to offer congratulations.  The spacious rooms were a bower of potted plants and cut flowers sent by their many friends which added to the festive air.  Hundreds of cards were received by the couple containing sums of money along with best wishes.  In the front of the fireplace a table was covered with beautiful and suitable gifts from the many friends present.  A beautiful plant of 50 blooms and a $50 bill were received from the Methodist Church friends in which Mr. and Mrs. Sargent are active members also from the Gulf plant where Mr. Sargent is employed, they received a purse containing $74 new dollar bills.  The Rideau Club of which Mr. and Mrs. Sargent are members, entertained for them at a very enjoyable dinner where about 150 guests were present.  At this, Mr. and Mrs. Sargent were presented with a gold cylinder full of silver dollars and also a lovely corsage for Mrs. Sargent.  Among the Canadian friends present for the week’s entertainment were Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Reynolds of Sharbot Lake; Miss Marjorie Reynolds; Mrs. Ethel Erwin of London; Cpl. Douglas Reynolds, RCAF, Trenton and his friend LAC George Allen of Winnipeg.  The Canadian guests were entertained on Saturday evening by Miss Elinor Blitz and Mrs. Brown of Palmer Woods, Detroit.

Perth Courier, June 7, 1945

Friends and relatives numbering about 45 gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Hosie, Sr., Bathurst, on the evening of Thursday, May 24, to honor them on the occasion of their 40^th wedding anniversary. Those present enjoyed a good evening of fellowship and music.  Members of the family present for the occasion were:  Mrs. J. Stenton of Peterborough, Mr. George Hosie of Stratford, and Mr. Herbert Hosie.  Mrs. D.B. Gordon of New Liskeard, was unable to be present.  Previous to the lunch hour, the bride and groom of 40 years ago were presented with a table lamp and mirror by Mrs. R.(?) Cunningham and Kay Hosie.  An address (not transcribed) was read by Mrs. Harry Hughes. 

Perth Courier, June 21, 1946

Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Stone of Forest Glen, North Elmsley, celebrated their 40^th anniversary at the Port Elmsley town hall where about 200 of their friends and neighbors gathered to extend their best wishes and congratulations.  The hall was prettily decorated with pink and white streamers and Mrs. Stone was presented with a corsage and Mr. Stone with a button ere.  After dainty refreshments were served at midnight, the bride and groom of 40 years were called to the platform where Henry Best read an appropriate address and Miss Stella Dockrill presented them with a purse.  Mr. and Mrs. Stone received many other gifts including a dinner set of dishes and an Aladdin lamp from the family.  Mrs. Stone, who before her marriage was Elizabeth Lavender, had for her bridesmaid Miss Annie Findlay of Ottawa who was unable to be present.  The groomsman, Allan Stone, was present.  They have two sons Clarence and Kenneth at home and one daughter Mrs. C.S. Kilburn of Smith’s Falls.  Mr. and Mrs. Stone have lived in this community all their lives and are well and favorably known.

Perth Courier, Feb. 7, 1946

Mr. and Mrs. George Flemming have returned home from visiting with friends at Listowel, Toronto and Barrie.  While in Barrie their son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Flemming, entertained at a dinner party to celebrate the 35^th anniversary of their wedding.  A presentation was made by their two grandchildren Sandra and Ralph Flemming.

Perth Courier, May 2, 1946

The many friends and members of the family circle celebrated with Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Poppelwell of Wemyss their 50^th anniversary at their home on Easter Monday.  Present at the reunion were their six daughters and three sons as well as 25 grandchildren and one great grandchild.  Absent from the celebration was one (name not stated) who is still overseas on active duty.

Perth Courier, May 16, 1946

Lammermore:  On Wednesday, Mr. and Mrs. Stewart McDougall celebrated the 50^th anniversary of their wedding.  A reception was held in the evening and dancing was enjoyed by relatives and neighbors.  Mr. and Mrs. McDougall were the recipients of many beautiful gifts.

Perth Courier, June 6, 1946

Lombardy:  Quite a number of friends here attended the 50^th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. H.H. Frayne of Smith’s Falls on Saturday afternoon, June 1, when they were “at home” to their many friends.  The were former residents of this district and their numerous friends hope they will have many more years of married life.

Perth Courier, Sept. 19, 1946

Mr. and Mrs. Leon Ranger, Brightside, celebrated their Golden Wedding on Tuesday last. Several members of the family were present, including Mr. Ranger’s aged father William Ranger who is 97 years old.  Both Mr. and Mrs. Ranger are enjoying the best of health.

Perth Courier, October 3, 1946

Mr. and Mrs. Ed J. Dowdall, 6 Market Street, observed the 57^th anniversary of their married life on Sept. 26.  Mr. Dowdall is a railroader all his life and was pensioned off 13 years ago.  They are both enjoying good health.  To this union were born 12 children, six boys and six girls all railroading except on son-in-law who left the railroad to take up farming.  They also have 48 grandchildren several of whom served in the Great War and 29 great grandchildren.

Perth Courier, Oct. 31, 1946

William Adam and family will be at home on R.R.1, Lanark, to relatives and friends on Nov. 13.  This is the anniversary of the Golden Wedding.

Perth Courier, Nov. 7, 1946

Mr. and Mrs. Alex Reid celebrated their 40^th wedding anniversary at their home a week ago Friday.  Their immediate family joined in the felicitations and a happy evening was spent together.

Mr. and Mrs. William Adam of the 10^th Line Drummond will be at home to their friends on Saturday afternoon and evening November 9 on the occasion of their Golden Wedding anniversary.

Perth Courier, Dec. 5, 1946

Mr. and Mrs. J.W. Walroth celebrated their Golden Wedding anniversary on Sunday, November 24 at Fallbrook.  Fifty years ago they were married at St. George’s Church at Fermoy by the late Rev. J.W. Jones.  The bridesmaid was the late Mrs. De Planque and the groomsman  was E. Hughes.  Their family include 2 sons and one daughter, Dr. E. Walroth of Carleton Place, Ralph E. and Mrs. Arthur Ennis of Fallbrook and four grandchildren.  Mr. and Mrs. Walroth took Holy Communion at St. Peter’s Church with their family, Rev. Mr. Roberts expressing suitable remarks for the occasion and Mr. D.C. Kerr of Perth presiding at the organ.  At the family dinner at Hotel Perth, 50 yellow roses, a gift from the grandchildren, adorned the table.  During the afternoon and evening Mr. and Mrs. Walroth were at home to their many friends and neighbors.  Gifts of roses, and chrysanthemums decorated the rooms and table.  Mrs. Frank Hill and Mrs. Gordon Phillipps of Smith’s Falls, nieces of the bride, poured tea.  Many beautiful gifts, cards, and telegrams were received from family and friends.  During the evening a number of the neighbors presented them with a beautiful lamp and an address.  On Monday evening the ladies of the Women’s Institute called and presented Mrs. Walroth with a handsome table mirror and Mr. Walroth with an initialed gold (illegible word) set accompanied by a fitting address after which they spent an enjoyable evening.  The passing years have dealt very kindly and many wish them many more years of happiness.

Perth Courier, December 12, 1946

Honoring the 35^th anniversary of their marriage, Mr. and Mrs. William G. Kirk on Friday evening, Nov. 15, had friends and neighbors who gathered for a surprise party at their home at Brooke and tendered them good wishes.  Joining with her parents for the happy occasion was their daughter Mrs. Earl Rogers and two grandchildren, Harold and Bonita Rogers of D’Arcy Street, Perth.  During the evening they were presented with an occasional chair and a silver nut dish.  Cyril Johnson made the presentation and read an address after which everyone joined in singing “For They Are a Jolly Good Couple”.  The evening was spent in playing games after which a pot luck supper was served.  A most enjoyable evening was spent by all.

Perth Courier, Jan. 9, 1947

Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Dodds, Scotch Line, were at home to their many friends on December 30.  The occasion marked their Golden Wedding anniversary, which took place at the home of Mrs. Dodds’ parents the late Mr. and Mrs. James Woods at Rideau Ferry.  Mrs. Dodds is the former Elizabeth Woods.  The marriage was performed by Rev. Mr. Sinclair, pastor at that time of Bethel Church.  A noon dinner was served to members of their respective families several of whom were present at their wedding fifty years ago.  The table was centered by a gold and white anniversary cake.  In the living room, golden colored mums were in evidence.  Among the gifts  was a gold colored Clyde wool blanket presented by Mr. Dodds’ brothers and sisters, Mrs. MacLennan and Mrs. Erwin.  There were also some beautiful pieces of china.  A daughter, Mrs. R.J. McHenry of Toronto, was also present.  A son, Russell Dodds and granddaughter, Margaret Dodds, live in Toronto.  During the afternoon and evening friends and relatives called to offer congratulations.

Perth Courier, March 27, 1947

Mr. and Mrs. William Balfour of Elphin were at home to their friends and relatives Wednesday, Feb. 26 on the occasion of their Golden Wedding anniversary.  The family and friends gathered at their home in the afternoon and a sumptuous dinner was served at 6:00.  A toast tot eh bride and groom of fifty years ago was made by R.A. Wilson of Smith’s Falls.  In the evening more relatives and friends arrived to offer their best wishes.  A very pleasant evening was spent and later a delicious lunch was served.  Mr. and Mrs. Balfour received many cards of congratulations as well as many useful gifts.  The family gave their father and mother two upholstered chairs and a tri-light lamp.  William Balfour and Mary Brownlee were married at Elphin in 1897 by Rev. James Binnie.  They had a family of ten children six boys and four girls.  Present at the celebration were eight children:  Robert J., Mrs. William Dowdall and Roy Balfour all of Elphin; Tom of Perth; Mrs. Cecil Pratt of Balderson; George of Napanee; Mrs. Byrns Balfour of Toronto (transcriber’s note, checked this twice, might have been a printing error) (this accounts for only 7, not 8) and 11 grandchildren.  Two children, John Balfour of Niagara Falls and Lawrence Balfour of St. Mary’s Hospital, Rochester, were unable to attend.  Among the guests from a distance were Mrs. H. Harkness, Mrs. Balfour’s sister of Kingston; Mr. and Mrs. George Ryder and Mr. and Mrs. Roy (or Ray) Miller of Perth; Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Craig of Watson’s Corners; and Mr. and Mrs. R.A. Wilson of Smith’s Falls.

Perth Courier, April 3, 1947

Mrs. John L. Bourke and son Ronnie of Oso attended the 25^th wedding anniversary of her sister Mrs. Bert Chaplin of Glen Tay which was held on Saturday, March 15.

Perth Courier, April 10, 1947

Mr. and Mrs. James Bowes were pleasantly surprised by all of their family meeting at the home of Mrs. Bowes’ sister Mrs. James Scoular on April 3 it being the 40^th anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Bowes and they were presented with gifts from the family on the happy occasion.

Perth Courier, May 22, 1947

Photo accompanies article

From the smiles on the faces of Mr. and Mrs. Harold Keitel, 54 Brock Street, Perth, one would imagine the photo was a wedding portrait.  Instead, it was taken on their 25^th wedding anniversary.  Mrs. Keitel was, some 25 years ago, Olive Frost, daughter of Mrs. William Brown and the late Oliver C. Frost of Trenton.  She married Mr. Keitel, son of Mr. and Mrs. George Keitel, also of Trenton on April 17, 1923 in Belleville.  Mr. Keitel has been working 31 years with the C.P.R. in Trenton, Toronto and Perth.  Mrs. Keitel worked with Bell Telephone Company in Trenton prior to their marriage.  They have one daughter, Shirley, who is working in the Perth branch of the Bank of Montreal.  Photo by Newman Studio.

Perth Courier, June 26, 1947

Balderson:  Mr. and Mrs. W.C. Cameron celebrated their 25^th wedding anniversary on June 14.  A large number of relatives and friends attended to wish the couple many more happy years of married life. During the evening an address was read and an occasional chair was presented to them.

Perth Courier, September 4, 1947

The family of Archie Foster and the late Mrs. Foster of Bathurst were united for the first time in eight years at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Ennis at Fallbrook on Saturday evening August 20.  This occasion marked the 15^th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Charles R. Smith of Bronx, New York, who were visiting the family in this district for the past few days.  Four generations were represented at this happy gathering.

Perth Courier, June 5, 1947

Some 200 guests gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs. James E. McLean to congratulate them on their 50 years of married life and to sign the guest book, a record they will treasure always.  Rev. R.C. Sinclair of Aultsville, who performed the ceremony on June 2, 1897, was unable to attend but sent an interesting letter expressing his regards.  Among those attending the original service nine were at the anniversary:  Mrs. Donald Morrison of Toronto; the groomsman Robert Matthews, Ferry; and guests Archie Coutts, Thomas A. McLean, Mrs. Lena Code, Mr. Howden Beveridge, Mrs. Ben Jackson, Mrs. John Gallagher, Mrs. George McVeety.  Mr. and Mrs. McLean are still hale and hearty and doing their usual work both being in their 70’s.  A wire was received from H.F.G. Lethan, secretary to the Governor General and Viscountess Alexander of Tunis.  Many other phone calls and wires were received among them one from Mr. and Mrs. George Verrall of Toronto.  The 14 grandchildren presented corsages with roses for the bride, sweet roses for the bridesmaid and white gardenia buttonieres  for the groom and groomsman.  The long table covered with a lace cloth was centered by the 3 tier handsomely decorated wedding cake flanked by yellow tapers and bouquets of tulips and narcissi given by Mrs. Kellock and Mrs. Douglas.  Mrs. McMullen poured tea at one end using china and silver, wedding gifts of 50 years ago while Mrs. T.A. McLean did the honors at the other end and meanwhile refreshments were served by Mrs. March, Mrs. Young, Mrs. Looby and Mrs. Kermode.  Mr. and Mrs. McLean wish to one and all who helped make this occasion a happy and memorable one especially those who assisted in making the dainty refreshments and who braved the inclement weather to offer best wishes.  A request was made that no presents or gifts be given but the neighbors and friends disregarded this.  Among the varied and useful presents were noted a large beautiful  basket bouquet from the Ladies Aid Bethel Church also “The Neighbors” gifts a pair of valuable all wool blankets, a two burner hot plate and battery lantern and the family gifts a stately floor lamp, a radio, a steamer rug and a silver cream and sugar set with matching tray.

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