The ROYAL Scrapbook.  

Compiled by Evelyn (Bole) Storey, of Pakenham.

Received from George Stewart of Almonte - [email protected]

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WILLIAM P. McLACHLAN  DIES AT ESKBANK - William Paris McLachlan, member of the Saskatchewan legislative assembly for the constituency of Morse since the general election in 1925, was found dead in his bed in his home near Esbank, Tuesday morning, June 21st. A doctor was called to the home at once and found that he had died about seven hours previously. Mr. McLachlin was engaged in his regular farming operations on Monday and worked plowing with an engine until a late hour that evening afterwards retiring for the night. On Tuesday morning one of his daughters went to his room to call him when he had not appeared as usual. Mr. McLachlan's brother was then called and he ascertained at once that his brother was not breathing and a doctor was called at once and upon examination found that Mr. McLachlan must have died shortly after retiring. The day of the funeral was set for June 23rd, was very largely attended. Deceased was a man of outstanding character and high ideals and his passing was explained by many as a great calamity to the district as he has held many positions of trust and honor which he filled admirably. The funeral was conducted by the Eyebrow Masonic Lodge, No. 67, of which he was a member. Mr. McLachlan was born April 5th, 1878 at the old home near White Lake, a son of Thomas McLachlan and Agnes Paris, both of Scottish descent. He was married in 1910 to Rachel, daughter of George Evans, Pakenham, who died some years ago; his second marriage took place in 1919 to Miss Nellie McLachlan of Restou, Manitoba. Beside his wife he is survived by six children, Mary Agnes, Paris James, George Evan, Jean Rachael, Margaret Wilhelmina, Isabella Elizabeth. Mr. McLachlan was councilor of Eyebrow municipality for a number of years and reeve for a number of years. He was also a candidate for the provincial Legislature in 1921 in the Swift Current constituency. Deceased was a member of Regina Consistory, Moose Jaw Scottish Rite, Eyebrow Masonic Lodge No 67. The sympathy of the country at large goes to the bereaved ones especially to his aged mother and children in their so unexpected sorrow.

LEVEL CROSSING MISHAP CAUSES THREE DEATHS. (1935) - Accident Happened Near Pakenham Station - Richard Burke, Thomas Somerton and Mrs. (Gertrude L. Cochran) Somerton the Victims. Pakenham, Dec 11 - When the automobile in which they were travelling to Almonte was struck by a westbound C.P.R. freight-train, three well-known Pakenham residents were instantly killed at 1.45 o'clock this afternoon.  Car and mangled bodies of the occupants were hurled more than 150 feet by the impact and were dead when aid arrived. The dead are; Richard Burke, aged 57. Thomas Somerton, age 49. Mrs. Thomas Somerton, age 41. The three were going, to Almonte to attend a turkey fair, and the fatalities are, attributed to the fact that view of the track is somewhat obscured by the Pakenham station. By a strange coincidence, Frank Magie, engineer of the freight train which crashed into the car hurling it along the right-of-way a tumbled mass of wreckage, was also at the throttle of the engine which struck and killed 11-year-old Rhoda Sinnett at Arnprior on Tuesday. The fast freight. train, which does not stop at Pakenham, was halted within 200 feet and members of the train crew rushed to the shattered machine to give its occupants assistance.  They found that all three had been killed instantly. Bodies of Mr. Burke and the Somertons were removed to Pakenham council chamber where a preliminary inquest was opened by Dr. A. A. Metcalfe, district coroner, and adjourned until next week.  It was established that Mr. Burke was at the wheel of the automobile. Mr. and Mrs. Somerton are survived by seven children, Fred, Wilbert, Clare, Esther, Linden, Arthur and Doris, all at home.  In addition to his widow, Mr. Burke is survived by one son, Walter, at home, and five daughters, Annette (Mrs. Buttle) of Westmeath, Mrs. Welland Gillan of Pakenham, and the misses Ida, Edna and Amy at home.

Mrs. William J. Steen  Is Mourned by Many (1935) - PAKENHAM, Ont., Feb. 26. Final tribute to the memory of Mrs. William J. Steen, whose death occurred on Wednesday, February 20 was paid by scores of friends and relatives at her funeral held Saturday afternoon from her residence to St. Mark's Anglican Church, where service was conducted by the rector, Rev. C. A, Bender. Born in Pakenham Township, Mrs. Steen. the former Lucy Alberta Perry, was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. George Perry. About 44 years ago she married William J. Steen and resided in the 11th line of Pakenham Township until 16 years ago, when she moved to Pakenham village where she resided until her death. In the best of health, Mrs. Steen only became ill Wednesday morning and died that evening, her death coming as a shock to a circle of friends in the district. Mrs. Steen was very active in church work being president of the Altar Guild, and also a member of the Women's Auxiliary, Ladies' Guild and the A.Y.P.A. of St. Mark's Church. Besides her husband, the chief mourners and survivors are four sons, Claude, with the Commonwealth Commercial State Bank, Detroit. Mich.; Harvey, with the Canada Bread Company, Ottawa, and Lorne and Forster Steen, at home, three daughters, Mrs. Florence Story, Arnprior, Mrs. Leslie Blair, Pakenham, and Miss Opal Steen, at home: a sister, Mrs. Charles Stevens, Pakenham; one brother, Robert Perry, Saskatoon, Sask., and five grandchildren, Osler Steen, of Kinburn: Lois and Jeanne Blair, Pakenham; Ora Steen, Ottawa, and Claude Story, Pakenham. The honorary pallbearers were, William I. Scott, Albert McWatty, George Noonan, M. J. Smith, Southwood Haydon, John Barber, James Cox, William Jordan, Earl Steen, Harvey Bole, Levi Blair and Frank Needham. Testifying to the high esteem which Mrs. Steen was held were the many beautiful floral offerings received by the bereaved family including tributes from the A.Y A Altar Guild, Ladies' Guild and Women's Auxiliary all of St. Mark's Church; officers and employees and the tellers of the Commonwealth Commercial State Bank, employees and officers of the Canada Bread Company, Ottawa.  Interment was in the Anglican cemetery.

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For some months past the Bay of Quinte Conference has held a series of debates throughout its Young People's Societies, Mr. Donald Affleck and Miss Lillian Wilson were chosen to represent the Young Peoples Council of St. Andrew's United church here. Two of the debates were greatly enjoyed in this town the first Pakenham versus Almonte "To Prove that the Inventor has Done More for the Happiness of the Human Being than the Legislator" the second Pakenham vs. Renfrew "To Prove that the House of Senate at Ottawa should be Abolished". In both these discussions Pakenham had the negative side and in both was successful. These debaters were then chosen to compete against Carleton Place on the subject "To Prove that the Fear of Punishment has More to do With the Molding of Children's Character than the Hope of Reward." However Carleton Place failed to make their appearance and Pakenham debaters were proclaimed winners of the Renfrew Presbytery. Accordingly on Wednesday evening of last week it was arranged that they should compete at Smiths Falls against the winners of the western section of the Bay of Quinte Conference for the trophy, the coveted silver cup. Several from this community attended and came home greatly satisfied. Rev. Daniels announced the subject "To Prove that War with the Exception of Cases of Rebellion or Invasion Should be Settled by a Direct Vote of the People." He then called Mr. Donald Affleck and Miss Lillian Wilson to come forward also the competing side representing Gardenhill Young People's Society. All speakers did exceptionally well, and Pakenham as usual had the negative side. Three neutral judges were chosen and Mr. Donald Affleck and Miss Lillian Wilson were proclaimed victors and entitled to the silver cup which will be in the possession of Pakenham's Y.P.C, for two years, during which time they will again have an opportunity of debating for it.

A very enjoyable social evening was held by the Young People's Council of the United church here in the Sunday school room of the said church last Monday evening. The entertainment was in the form of a Hallowe'en party, and young and old alike appeared in amusing and beautiful costumes. A ghost appeared who led all those masked in a grand parade. This was then followed by a series of comical and very novel games, in some of which the best artists and singers were easily distinguished. The Misses Mary Snedden, Isabel Dick and Eva Shaw delivered very appropriate Hallowe'en readings. Mr. and Mrs. Palmer Wilson were then called to the front, while Mrs. Percy Groves arrayed in a very individual flower costume, read a beautifully worded address and Mr. Donald Snedden, disguised as a ghost, presented them with a silver flower-basket and candle sticks. These gifts were tokens of appreciation from the choir and the Young People's Council. Mr. Wilson, although entirely unprepared for this presentation, replied very ably, expressing both his and Mrs. Wilson's thankfulness for such beautiful presents and hoping that in the future they would be able to pay many services to the church. This was then followed by a search for partners for supper and very dainty refreshments were nicely served. The evening's enjoyment ended with the singing of the national anthem.

Rev. W, T. McKenzie and Mrs. McKenzie and Miss Helen McKenzie motored from Kingston on Monday to attend the wedding of their son Mr. Ralph M. McKenzie and Miss Winnifred Ross.

Young People's Council on Monday. - On Monday evening the, Young People's Council of the United Church held a social evening in the Sunday school room which was combined with a miscellaneous shower in honor of Miss Winnifred Ross, a bridge elect and one of the most active members in the -------- carried out with little Margaret Hillis, daughter of Rev. H. H. and Mrs. Hillis, dressed as a bride and Master Donald Scott wearing a high silk hat and representing the groom.  The looked quite sweet, drawing a decorated wagon laden with the gifts.  Then Miss Ross and Mr. McKenzie were asked to come forward and open the gifts.  They both responded in a few brief remarks and thanked those from whom they received gifts.  The evening was spent in games and musical selections.  At the conclusion of the evening's program the league served dainty refreshments.

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Late Albert Henry Steen Passed Away in Pakenham (1931) - The death occurred suddenly, due to a heart attack, of Mr. Albert Henry Steen at his home on the 11th concession of Pakenham on Wednesday morning. Deceased had been ailing for about two weeks but was at no time considered to be, seriously ill and his sudden demise was a severe shock to friends and relatives. The late Mr. Steen was well known throughout the district. He was born on the Steen homestead where his death occurred and throughout his life his many sterling qualities of heart and mind made and held for him the esteem of a wide circle of friends. About thirty-two years ago he was married to Miss Alberta Sparrow, also of Pakenham, who remains to mourn his death as do a family of two sons and four daughters, Cecil, teaching school at Bancroft, Allan at home, Mrs. A. E. Blair of Pakenham, Misses Edith and Mary at home and Miss Elizabeth of Montreal. Surviving also are three brothers and three sisters; namely, Thomas Steen, Moosamin, Sask.; AlIan Steen, The Pas, Man.; William Steen, Pakenham; Mrs. Samuel Blair, Hartney, Man.; Mrs. John Blair, Edmonton, Alta., and Mrs. William Shaw, Pakenham. The funeral will take place from his Iate residence, on the 11th concession of Pakenham on Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock to St. Mark's church,  Pakenham, and interment in St. Mark's cemetery.

DEATH OF THOMAS A. ROSS - On Monday morning of this week the community was grieved to learn that another esteemed resident had passed to the Great Beyond, in the  person of Mr. Thomas A. Ross  This did not come as a surprise as early last winter Mr. Ross was seized by a serious malady, which from its early stages was considered hopeless. Though expressing the natural desire to be spared a little longer the sufferer was resigned to his fate, and bore his discomfort with courage and Christian fortitude. Mr. Ross was born in the township of Ross fifty-six years ago where he lived during his early manhood. In 1898 he was married to Mary Alice Fraser, also of Ross township, and for twenty years made his home in Westmeath township near Beachburg. About ten years ago the family moved to Pakenham where they soon endeared themselves to the community, being active in the social life of church and town. Mr. Ross is survived by his widow and eight children, Edna, Winnifred (Mrs. Ralph MacKenzie) Garnet, Allan, Verna, Cora, Yulla, and Wilmer, all of whom have been untiring in their devotion and care of their loved one. There are also two brothers R. D. of Cobden and E. B. of Forrester's Falls. The funeral which was largely attended was conducted in the United church of Pakenham, being in charge of Rev. H. H. Hillis, pastor of the church, assisted by Rev. W. T. Mackenzie of Elginburg and Dr. H. Mick of Westboro. Though of a quiet and retiring disposition, Mr. Ross will be greatly missed by his many friends. The sympathy of the community goes out to his sorrowing family.

HIS FUNERAL WAS  LARGELY ATTENDED - Special to The Journal:

ARNPRIOR, Ont., April 16. The funeral of the late Dr. J. E. Murphy, prominent Arnprior physician, was held Saturday afternoon from his late residence on Elgin street, interment being made in the Arnprior cemetery. The funeral services were under the auspices of the local Masonic secretary, while Rev. J. M. McDonald, of Grace St. Andrew's United Church, and Rev. H. L. Morrison, of Ottawa, were the clergymen. The funeral was largely attended, testifying to the esteem in which deceased was held both in town and the surrounding countryside. The floral offerings were both beautiful and numerous. The honorary pall-bearers were Messrs. E. D. Osborne, W. Steel, Gerald Jarvis, T. S. Church, Dr. McNaughton, J. S. Moir. The pall-bearers were Messrs, H. Osborne, A. Bremner, F. Weldon, C. Lyons, Dr. Halliday, Dr. McKerracher. Among the floral offerings were wreaths from Renfrew County, Medical Society, Madawaska Lodge A. F. & A. M., Arnprior School Board, principal and staff of Arnprior High School, the Arnprior Curling Club and St. Andrew's Church Choir and McNab Telephone Co. Ltd. Out-of-town people here for the funeral were Mrs. H. N. Harrison, Miss Copas, Mr. and Mrs. L. W. Warwick and Jean, Mr. and Mrs. T. Shaw, Miss Alford, Mrs. M. W. Baird, all of Ottawa. Mr. and Mrs., Steed, Port Colborne; Mr. W. Williamson, Windsor; Mrs. T. Elliott, Hamilton: Mrs. John Peacock, Delhi; Mr. Michael Murphy, Newboro; Dr. and Mrs. W. S. Murphy, Smiths FaIls: Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Murphy, Smith Falls; Mrs. Green, Mrs. Willis, Mr. Eugene Murphy, Mr. Earl Bolton, all of Portland.

Funeral Services Late Mrs. Williams Held At Chaplin. - WOMAN DIED IN SEVENTY-THIRD YEAR - MOURNED BY HUSBAND, SONS AND DAUGHTERS. - (Special to Times-Herald Newspapers) - Chaplin, July 26 Funeral services were held on Sunday for the late Mrs. F. Williams, who passed away at her home north of Chaplin on the 22nd inst. Mrs. Williams is survived by her husband and son, Frank, of Chaplin, and two daughters in Ireland. The deceased lady was 72 years old and was just five months short of being married fifty years. Rev. J. E. Jeary, of the Anglican Church conducted the funeral services. The undertaking arrangements were in charge of E. Kukowske.

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LATE WILLIAM O. DICK (1927) - On Monday, November 7th, this town was darkened by the sudden death of one of its most highly respected citizens in the person of the late William 0. Dick. For the past two months Mr. Dick had not enjoyed as good health as usual, being troubled with indigestion but had continued at his work in Mr. James Cox's store. Lately he had commented on feeling better and on Monday was working around his home. When, without a moment's notice his heart failed. He was fifty-two years of age, and the second son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Alex. Dick. The deceased was married eighteen years ago to Melissa Slater daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. William Slater of Arnprior. He leaves to mourn his loss his widow and two daughters, Lillian and Isabel, both at home; also a brother, Mr. Alex. Dick of Montreal, and a sister Miss E. Dick of Pakenham. For many years the deceased was a clerk in the late J. M. Robertson's store and when later Mr. Jas. Cox became owner, he continued his services there. He was a friend to many and his loss will be keenly felt in this community. The funeral services were held at his late residence here on Wednesday at 2 p.m. Rev. H. H. Hillis officiating, with the Alba I.O.O.F. in charge. The services were very largely attended. The floral tributes were numerous: a pillow from the family and wreaths from Mr. and Mrs. James Cox, the Alba I.O.O.F., the Masons Associations, the Official Board of St. Andrew's United church and Miss Gertie Case and Master Keith McGinis of Renfrew. The sympathy of this community is extended to the bereaved family in their hour of grief.

The Late Thos. Hunt - There passed away on March 22nd, a prosperous farmer in the person of Mr. Thos. Hunt, after about two month's illness. The funeral took place on Saturday, March 24th, to St. Mark's Anglican Church and was largely attended. He leaves to mourn his loss, his wife formerly Miss Margaret Hunt and a family of four, two daughters, Vina, Mrs. H. Andrews, of Pakenham; Gertrude, Mrs. Hamilton, of Carleton Place; and two sons, Wesley and Allan on the homestead. The pallbearers were: Mr. P. Loftus, Mr. J. Carabine, Mr. J. Barber, Mr. Thos. Downey, Mr. Wm. Cavanagh, Mr., Wm. J. McNeil.

Boiler Explosion  Results In Death - Thomas Comba, Victim of Pakenham Blast, Has Relatives Here. - Special to The Journal. (1930) - ALMONTE, Ont., March 10 - Thomas W. Comba, stationary engineer, of Pakenham, met a tragic death today when be lost his life through an explosion in the boiler room of the sawmill of Needham and Snedden. He was 65 years of age. Mr. Comba was in the boiler room alone at noon when the boiler burst and the escaping steam enveloped him. The force of the explosion closed the doors, but he smashed the windows and some men on the outside pulled him through. He was taken to Dr. Buttles office, but be was so severely scalded that he was rushed to Rosamond Memorial Hospital, at Almonte, here everything possible was done to save him, but he died in half an hour after being admitted to the institution. Mr. Comba retained consciousness to the end was able to tell how the accident occurred. At one time engaged in bridge building with the C. P. R., he had spent his latter years in charge of the in Pakenham sawmill. He was widely known and highly regarded. He leaves a widow and a large family of sons and daughters. Also surviving are his mother, Mrs. Cornelius Comba of Ottawa and six brothers, John A., and Hugh W., of Winnipeg; Cornelius W., of Killarney, Man.; Herbert, Gordon F. and W. Allen Comba of Ottawa and two sisters, Miss Caroline Comba of Ottawa and Mrs. Walter Pickering of Detroit. The funeral will be held on Wednesday. The coroner, Dr. A. A. Metcalfe of Almonte has decided that inquest will be held.

Late Fred Forsythe - People of the Cedar Hill and surrounding district and a host of friends in the Ottawa valley and western Canada were deeply shocked by the sudden death on Sunday of Fred Forsythe, well known and highly respected farmer of the 8th concession of Pakenham. Mr. Forsythe had been in good health and on Saturday, being an ardent, Conservative, had attended the convention at Carleton Place, as a delegate. Death ensued during the early portion of the night. Deceased's only son, Jack, who was his constant companion, found him early Sunday morning and summoned neighbors. The doctor was called, and decided death had occurred six or seven hours before from a heart attack. Hundreds from the surrounding towns in the Ottawa valley witnessed the remains on Sunday and attended the funeral on Monday from the property which has been in the Forsythe family for four generations, the bereaved 19 year old son now being the fifth generation to farm in those picturesque surroundings. Deceased was a son of John Forsythe and Annie Inglis and was in his 60th year. He was married to Miss Naomi Teskey of Appleton who predeceased him 1921. His mother also passed to rest in 1921, leaving the young son as his only comfort. A brother, Mr. John Forsythe of Vancouver, and a sister, Mrs. Verner McElroy of Edmonton, also survive. Mr. Forsythe's loss is a great one so far as Lanark county is concerned. He was one of the most  popular members for 12 years of the Pakenham council. Among the many other contacts he had with community life were the following: as director of the Pakenham cheese and butter factory, as director of the Lanark and Renfrew Telephone Company and as director of the Pakenham agricultural Society. The funeral, held Monday, was one of the largest witnessed in this community. The Cedar Hill United church choir assisted at the service at the home. The Rev. J. P. Falconer officiated and made a brief personal reference to the character of the deceased intimating that he had set an example, that of church going, even if he, being deaf, only heard snatches of the sermon; also his keen interest in healthy sports of interest to his son, companion. He spoke of the faithful service rendered to his friends and neighbors. The honorary pallbearers were his fellow councillors, Reeve R. M. Boal, Clerk W. W. Millar and Councillors R. W. Barber, Earl Campbell and A. E. Blair. The pallbearers were Messrs. William T. Johnston, George Donaldson, Thomas Giles, Alex. Cochrane, William I. Scott and R. N. McCreary. Noticed in the funeral cortege were: Misses Nora and Gwen Teskey, Messrs. Norman and Herbert McElroy, Mr. J. J. Groves, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Millet, Mrs. Arthur Ellis, all of Ottawa; Mr. P. J. Heney and son Vincent, Mrs. J. R. McQuigge, Mrs. N. L. McNaughton, all of Arnprior; Mr. and Mrs. Milton Wallace of Carleton Place and numerous people from Almonte, Cedar Hill, Pakenham and district. The floral tributes were numerous and beautiful and included ones from The Lanark and Renfrew Telephone Company, Pakenham council, the Pakenham agricultural society, the Pakenham cheese and butter factory. The sympathy of the community goes out to the bereaved son who remains to carry on the Forsythe name.

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PAKENHAM TWP. MAN INSTANTLY KILLED BY AN ANGRY BULL - Without Slightest Warning Frenzied Animal Charged With Deadly Result - Unfortunate Young Man  Was Preparing to Ship the Bull to Montreal. Shocking in the extreme was the death of Alan Hunt, well known young citizen of Pakenham township, at his home, lot 8 in the 10th concession of Pakenham township, last Friday evening. The young man was instantly killed by an infuriated bull. The animal had always been cross, but not extremely so, and no great fear of him was entertained. However, the Hunt boys decided to get rid of him and he was sold to Mr. George Noonan for shipment to the Montreal market. Mr. Noonan was to ship a carload of stock on Saturday and he advised that the bull be brought in on Friday evening. Accordingly Alan Hunt and his brother Wesley went to the pasture about six o'clock with the intention of bringing the bull to the barn where he would be made ready to be led behind a wagon to the village. The bull was induced to go to the barn yard easily enough, but he obstinately refused to enter the stable door; he bucked and pawed and snorted and there remained for several minutes. Alan Hunt stood in an open gateway between the barn and the stable with the bull facing him, Wesley stood behind the animal. In order to induce the bull to turn around toward the stable Alan poked him on the nose with the handle of a fork, but the animal scarcely moved; he wasn't more than three feet from the young man when he pawed the ground a couple of times, lowered his head and bunted Mr. Hunt in the stomach with such force that he hurled him almost forty feet; he never spoke. Besides the internal injuries his skull was fracture and it is supposed that when the bull stumbled over the prostrate body his hoof or knee came in contact with the young man's head causing a terrible gash across the forehead. Mr. Wesley Hunt was on the spot instantly, medical aid was summoned, but it was evident that death had been instantaneous. The body was not gored, but the impact of the 1600 lb. monster with the young man's body was terrific and he never had a chance. The funeral on Monday afternoon to St. Mark's church and cemetery was very largely attended by people from all parts of the community. Rev. Mr. Brunet conducted the services and the pallbearers were Messrs. Horace Cavanagh, Wm. Tims, Albert McWatty, Wm. Jones, David Jones and John Dugas. Among those who were present from out of town for the funeral were Mrs. Linda Hamilton of Carleton Place, sister; Mrs. Lefernie, Renfrew, aunt, and Mr. Wm. Heintz of Eganville, uncle. The late Alan Hunt was born on the 7th concession line of Pakenham township 28 years ago, second son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Hunt. He came with his parents to the present home, about two miles from Pakenham, ten years ago, and throughout the intervening years he was a good student, a capable young farmer and a dutiful son who assumed much of the responsibility of the farm. His father died last March and surviving are his mother, two sisters and one brother, Wesley, at home, to all of whom the sincere sympathy of the community is extended.

FUNERAL OF MISS F. MILLER. - PAKENHAM, Oct. 11.-(Special) (1934) - The funeral of Miss Frances Miller whose death occurred at her home in the 10th line of Pakenham township, Monday, was held from her residence on Wednesday afternoon to St. Mark's Anglican church and was largely attended. Services at the house, the church and graveside were conducted by the rector, Rev. C. Adrian Bender, and interment was made in the Anglican cemetery here. Miss Miller was born 62 years ago, in the 10th line of Pakenham, daughter of the late Matthew Miller and his wife, Jane Moffatt, and had resided all her life on the same farm. She was a member of St. Mark's Anglican church and the Women's Auxiliary here. Surviving are one brother, John Miller, on the homestead, and two sisters, Anne Miller, at home, and Mrs. James Scott, (Jane), in the 11th line, Pakenham. Many beautiful floral tributes were received by the bereaved family testifying to the high esteem in which she was held. Pallbearers were, George Comba, Emerson Dean, Joseph Shaw. William Campbell, Marshall Cameron, and Nelson Humphries.

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MRS. JOSEPH H. SMITH - At Detroit, Michigan, on Thursday, February 21st, a bright young life passed to the Great Beyond, in the person of Velma Beryl Comba, second daughter of Mr. and Mrs. T. W. Comba of Pakenham and wife of Joseph H. Smith. She was in her 25th year. An operation for appendicitis had been performed and complications resulting from it, caused this early demise. Miss Tillie Comba, who has been in Detroit for the past six months, was with her sister to the end. The remains were bought home to her fathers' residence here on Sunday last and the funeral service was held on Tuesday afternoon February 26th at the Union church here. Rev. H. H. Hillis officiated, and sympathizers assembled. The pallbearers who carried the body to its last resting place in the Union cemetery here were Messrs. Allen Comba, Hubert Comba and Weldon Comba of Ottawa, Mr. Thos. Machin of Carleton Place, Mr. Jesse Smith of Kinburn and Mr. Donald Snedden of Pakenham. The deceased leaves to mourn her death, her parents, Mr. and Mrs. T. W. Comba, four sisters, namely, Percy 0. Hawkins of Pembroke, and the Misses Tillie, Jessie and Marjorie Comba at home, also five brothers, Mr. Mervyin Comba, Salvador, Sask.; Mr. Minor Comba, Denzil, Sask.; Mr. T. L. Comba, Winnipeg; Mr. Gemmill Comba, Carleton Place, and Mr. Howard Comba, Pakenham and two small daughters Isabell and Dorreen of Carleton Place. The floral tributes were as follows; Sprays, Kerwin's Candy Store of Detroit, Pakenham hockey boys, Mr. W. L. Dickson of Pakenham, and Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Comba of Carleton Place, and Mr. M. Brinkman of Detroit; wreaths, a broken circle from the family, Mr. Robert Cooke Detroit, and The Graham-Paige Corporation of Detroit. The out-of-town guests who attended the funeral services were: Mrs. David Dabson, Cobden; Mr. and Mrs. T. Machin, Carleton Place; Messrs. Herbert, Allan and Weldon Comba, Ottawa; Mr. Rupert Cooke, Detroit, and Mr. and Mrs. J. Smith, Kinburn. Mrs. Smith was born in this village, received her education here, and was a constant attendant at the Presbyterian church and Sunday school here. She was of a bright, sunny disposition and won for herself many friends. The sympathy of the entire community is extended to the bereaved relatives.  

Mrs. R. T. McLaughlin - Dies at Greenwood - PEMBROKE, Ont., July 18 (Staff.) - The death occurred yesterday at her home at Greenwood, Pembroke Township, five miles east of here, of Mrs. Robert T. McLaughlin, widely-known resident of the district. Mrs. McLaughlin, who had been ill for three or four weeks, was in her 64th year. Formerly Miss Etta M. Bole, she was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Bole. She was born and educated in Pembroke, and resided in Greenwood during her lifetime. She attended Greenwood United Church. Mrs. McLaughlin was predeceased by her husband, Robert T. McLaughlin, Greenwood farmer, in 1916, and by a son, Lindsay, in 1913. She is mourned by two sons D. Elmer, of Val Tetreau, Que., and Wilbert C. McLaughlin, representative of the Canada Life Insurance Company, of Pembroke; two daughters, Mrs. Earl Cotnam and Mrs. I. Robinson, both of Greenwood, and six grandchildren. There also survive two sisters, Mrs. R. H. Graham, of Westmeath, and Mrs. D. S. Cameron, of Carleton Place, and three brothers, Herbert, of Pointe Claire, Que., and James A. and Hugh F. Bole, both of Elfros, Sask. The funeral will be held from her late residence, Greenwood, on Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock, EST Rev. G. S. Gervan, of Greenwood United Church, will officiate, and interment will be in the parish cemetery.

MISS FRANCES MILLER. - PAKENHAM, Ont., Oct. 9.-(Special) - The death occurred at her home on the 10th line of Pakenham Township, at an early hour Monday morning, of an old and highly respected resident of this district, in the person of Miss Frances (Fannie) Miller, after a short illness. Miss Miller was born a daughter of the late Matthew Miller and his wife, Jane Moffatt, and had resided on the same farm on which she was born. She was a member of St. Mark's Anglican church here and when in her younger life was active in church work and was a member of the Women's Auxiliary. Surviving and left to mourn her loss are two sisters, Anne Miller, at home, and Mrs. James Scott (Jane) of the 11th line of Pakenham Township, and one brother, John Miller, on the homestead. Funeral arrangements have not been completed.

ROBERT SNEDDEN DIED SUDDENLY IN HIS OFFICE (Aug 27, 1927) - Prominent Merchant of Pakenham Expired After Opening Up for the Day Belonged To Well Known Ramsay Family, Taught School Before Entering Business In Almonte and Later In Pakenham. Mr. Robert Archibald Snedden, merchant of Pakenham and one of the most prominent business man of North Lanark, died very suddenly this Thursday morning in his office shortly after 8 o'clock.  While for some time he had not been in the most robust health, his condition was never regarded as serious, nor was it contemplated that his end was so near.  Shortly after opening up for business for the day he suddenly collapsed and expired immediately.  He was 58 years of age. Mr. Snedden belong to one of the most prominent families of this district. Alexander Snedden, his grandfather, was a noted lumberman in the early days.  William Snedden, his father, was also in the lumber business for a time and owned the old sawmill at Blakeney.  William Snedden was a power in Liberal political circles in his day. The late Mr. Snedden was born on the family homestead on the ninth line of Ramsay.  He was a graduate of Almonte High School, himself was a school master for some years and many of the residents of that district still speak of his capable care of their education when he had charge of the Rosebank School. He had a mind for business, however, and for some years he conducted successfully a flour and feed store in Almonte.  About thirty years ago he removed to Pakenham where he conducted the well know hardware store and general business which bears his name. Twenty-five years ago he was married to Miss Mabel Needham, daughter of Mr. Thomas Needham, of Pakenham.  He is survived by his widow, a daughter and two sons, Mary, Donald and Frederick, all at home. There also remain to mourn his loss, four brothers: Alexander Snedden, of Pakenham; William Snedden, of Lumsden, Sask.; David Snedden, of Vancouver, B.C., and Dr. Sylvester Snedden, of Edmonton, Alta. Mr. Snedden was held in very high esteem, and his sudden demise was a great shock to the whole community.  The funeral will take place at 2:30 o'clock on Saturday to the Union Cemetery.

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DEATH OF MISS AGNES O'NEILL IS MOURNED BY COMMUNITY - Hundreds Pay Last Tribute of Respect to Lovable Young Pakenham Lady. Last week The Chronicle told briefly of the sudden death of Miss Agnes O'Neill of Pakenham, a lovable young lady of 25 years whose demise caused profound sorrow throughout all of this district and in the northland where for five years she had rendered exceptional service as a teacher. Miss O'Neill was home during the Christmas holidays, and never did she appear to be happier or in better health than then; she was enthusiastic about her work and above all she was enthused and happy over her approaching wedding, the date for which was to have been about Easter. That death should intervene so unexpectedly was a sad shock to all of her friends, but particularly to the members of her family and to the young man who within a few weeks was to have been her husband. Deceased was born in Pakenham village 25 years ago, third daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel O'Neill sr. She was educated in the Pakenham public and high school and in the Ottawa Normal, after which she taught for one year before going to Cobalt, where she was unusually popular and successful. From time to time she complained of a pain in her side, but it did not alarm her greatly until a week before her death when the pain became very severe and she decided to submit to an operation in the Cobalt hospital. The operation took place on Monday, 21st, and word reached he young lady's home in Pakenham that she was doing splendidly and should be out of the hospital in ten days' time. On Wednesday morning the heart become suddenly weaker, word was immediately despatched to her parents in Pakenham and to Mr. Bernard French, her fiancée in Swastika, but before any of them could reach her side she had passed away, her death as quiet and peaceful as was her life. All Cobalt mourned the young lady's death. School children stood about the hospital crying and teachers and pupils by the hundred followed the remains to the railway depot when they were being sent home. Conveying the sorrow of the entire populace of Cobalt Mayor Sullivan of that town has written as follows to the young lady's parents: "I wish to extend to you in behalf of this municipality our sincere sympathy in the severe loss you have sustained through the death of your daughter; her death removes not only a beloved one from your family circle, but our municipality suffers the loss of one of our most capable and popular teachers. She was a great favorite with all who came in touch with her and every-where she was held in high respect and honor." Signed, Fred Sullivan, mayor. The remains were brought home to Pakenham early last Thursday morning by Mr. Bernard French and the hundreds of sympathizing people who called at the home in Pakenham, the hundreds of others who sent floral and spiritual offerings and messages of sympathy were striking evidences of the love and esteem in which the young lady was held throughout the entire community. The spiritual and floral tributes numbered almost four hundred, a circumstance unusual in the case of one so young. The funeral took place on Saturday morning to St. Peter Celestine church where Solemn Requiem Mass was celebrated by a cousin, Rev. John O'Neill, assisted by two other cousins, Rev. Alphonsus O'Neill and Rev. Martin Mooney, the latter also chanting the Libera. Within the sanctuary was Rev. Father Brownrigg of Ottawa, a former pastor, and directing the choir was the present pastor, Rev. Father O'Toole. The pallbearers were Messrs. Donald Snedden, Alvin Moreton, George Noonan, M. J. Smith, Thos. McWatty and Daniel Smith. The chief mourners were the parents, three sisters, Mrs. Villeneuve of Ottawa, Mrs. Dan Smith of, Pakenham and Rev. Sister M. St. Claire of Sault Ste. Marie, and two brothers Daniel and J. Edward of Pakenham and Mr. Bernard French of Swastika, to all of whom the sincere sympathy of the entire community is extended. Among those present from out of town for the funeral were and Mrs. J. F. French, Miss Gladys French, Mrs. J. H, Hughes, Miss Margaret Noonan, Miss Evelyn McCormick, Mrs. E. J. Villeneuve, Mrs. J. H. Osbone, Mr. Lambert Teevans, Rev. F. Brownrigg, Rev. Fr. Martin Mooney, Rev. F. Alphonse O'Neill, Rev. Fr. John O'Neill, all of Ottawa; Mr. and Mrs. Lacey Charlebois, Messrs. Lambert, Raymond and Basil Charlebois, Mr. Dan Teevans and Gervais Teevans, Mr. Jack Teevans of Dunrobin; Mr. Bernard French of Swastika; Angus Lacey of Eganville; Mr. and Mrs. Peter Noonan of Perth; Miss K. Houghton of Vankleek Hill; Mr. Wm. Newton of Cobalt, Miss Mary Poupore of Pembroke, Rev. Sr. M. Julietta and Rev. Sr. M. St. Claire of Sault Ste. Marie, Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Jeffery, Mr. G. H. Devine, Mr. J. R. Byrne, Mr. P. J. McDermott, Mr. and Mrs. P. B. Cannon, Mr. G. A. MacGregor, Mrs. J. R. Tierney, J. W. C. Tierney, of Arnprior; Mrs. Newton, P. J Moniham, Miss A. MacGuire, Thos. Burke, Mrs. Dominic Stanton, Angus Cameron, Rev. Sr. Cyril, Rev. Sr. Alexis all of Almonte; R. J. Lauhlin and Wm. Neil, Kinburn,  John P. Murphy and John Rafter, Arnprior. Messages of sympathy were received from Rev. Father Lionel Lesage, Ottawa; Mr. and Mrs. P. J. Murphy, Arnprior; Miss Mary Reddy, Ottawa; Mrs. A. B. Snedden, Port Hope; Sisters of Immaculate Conception, Pembroke; Miss Annie Girouard, Ottawa; Dr. and Mrs. Hill, Kirkland Lake; Mrs. Delia Keyes, New York; Mrs. Annie Mooney, Huntington, N. Y., Miss Eliza Havey, Arnprior; Mr. and Mrs. Thos. McMahon, Fitzroy Harbor; Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Nugent, Pakenham; Rev. Sr. St. Aubert, Peterboro; Sr. St. Rose, Peterboro; Mr. R. J. Roney and Miss Margaret Pembroke; Mrs. Margaret Fields, Ottawa; Mrs. W. Poynter, Carleton Place; Mr. and Mrs. C. L. O'Neill, Arnprior; Rev. R. MacMahon, Cobalt; Rev. E. F. Bambrick, Fitzroy Harbor; Mrs. J. Curran, Arnprior; Miss Melina Lacey, South Porcupine, Ont.; Misses Vaughan, Ottawa; Miss Louise Roney, South Porcupine, Ont.; Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Armand, Arnprior; Mr. and Mrs. J. A. MacDonald, Ottawa; Mrs. E. MacDonald and family, Ottawa; Mr. and Mrs. P. A. Kelly, Cobalt; Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Shaugnessy, Haileybury; Mr. and Mrs. Claude O'Shaughnessy, Cobalt; Mr. and Mrs. P. J. Lacey, Eganville; Mrs. Welland McMunn, Clayton; Mrs. Melissa Dick, Ottawa; Mrs. Bridget Loftus, Ottawa; Rev. John Burke, Ottawa; Mrs. Lorrain, Haileybury; Mrs. Margaret Lunney, Aylmer; Sister Moira Peterboro; Sister Winnifred, Peterboro; Mr. Frank Nugent, Temiskaming; Sister Helena, Peterboro; Mr. and Mrs. W. Gilchrist, Ottawa; Mrs. Nellie Finn, Billings Bridge; Sister Alexis, Almonte; Guild of the Little Flower, Ottawa; Miss Margaret Newton, Peterboro; Glenna Flench, Ottawa; Mr. and Mrs. Harry McLean, Pembroke; Frank Williams, Ottawa; Alex McNeill, New Liskeard; Mr. and Mrs. John Lahey, Ottawa; Arthur Keyes, Timmins; Mrs. Stella Coxford, Ottawa; Jules Audette, Ottawa; L. P. Teevans, Ottawa; Miss Corona Legge, Pembroke; Mr. Clifford O'Neill, North Bay; Mr. Ed. Giblin, Toronto; Mr. Everett O'Neill, North Bay; Miss Mae Mooney, Buffalo; Miss Kit Rooney, Ottawa; Mrs. J. A. Laurin, Haileybury; Mr. and Mrs. George Francis, Ottawa; Mr. and Mrs. James Lagree jr., Arnprior; Mrs. J. H. Murphy, Peterboro; Mr. and Mrs. John Morrissey, Ottawa; Mr. and Mrs. J. Green, Detroit, Mich.; Dr. and Mrs. Howard, Montreal; Mr. H. 0. McCann, Ottawa.

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ARNOLD W.  JOHNSTON KILLED IN A HIGHWAY ACCIDENT - On Monday of this week the shocking news was received here of the tragic death of Arnold W Johnson, in a car accident near Stonecliff. Mr. Johnson, older son of Mr. and Mrs. W. T. Johnson of Cedar Hill was well known and very popular in this community. He attended Pakenham continuation school, where he was a great favorite with pupils and teachers alike. Being on his vacation he had spent last week at his parental home in Cedar Hill, before going on the fatal motor trip. Following is a clipping concerning his death from an Ottawa paper. Returning home from a short holiday trip, Arnold W. Johnston, 27, of 24 Monk avenue, employee of Howe's drug store, Ottawa, and formerly of Pakenham, was instantly killed when the automobile in which he was a passenger crashed into the ditch, one mile east of Stonecliff, on the trans Canada highway. The driver of the car, A. J. MacKenzie, 70 Ross avenue, Ottawa, escaped serious injuries and is recovering from severe shock and body bruises at General hospital Pembroke. Dr. J. B. Galligan, coroner of Pembroke, stated an inquest would be opened at Neville brothers funeral home, Pembroke, where the body was removed. According to the report of Provincial Constable E. V. McNeil, the driver of the car, travelling east, lost control as the road straightened out from a curve. The vehicle, which was damaged almost beyond recognition, landed on its side among the bushes alongside the road, 250 yard, from where the driver apparently lost control. It struck with terrific force after turning several times and hurtling through the air, breaking off the tops of some young poplar trees. Parts of the upholstery clung to branches and a suitcase from the car was flung a distance of 50 feet. Both men were thrown out of the machine, Johnston landing several feet away. Duncan J. McLaren, Pembroke, passing the scene of the accident shortly afterwards, brought Mr. MacKenzie to the hospital where he was reported to be resting fairly Well. Mr. Johnston was a son of Mr. and Mrs. W. T. Johnston of Pakenham and had been living in Ottawa for the past four years. In addition to his parents he is survived by one brother, Keith, at home. Burial will be made in Pakenham. A graduate of the 1931 class at the Ontario College of Pharmacy, Mr. Johnston had been employed as assistant to R. B. Howe, druggist, 769 Bank street, for the past tree and one-half years. He was very popular with the customers and had made many friends since

ARNOLD W.  JOHNSTON (1936) - Impressive tribute to the memory of Arnold W. Johnson, who was instantly killed in a motor accident on Monday, August 1, at Stonecliffe, Ont., was paid by scores of relatives and friends, who attended his funeral , which was held from the residence of his parents, 8th Line of Pakenham township on Thursday last. Service at the house was conducted by the pastor of St. Andrew's United Church, Rev. G. W. Goth and interment was made in the United cemetery, where the pastor also officiated. The, pallbearers were four uncles, Ernest, James, Wilbert and Austin Connery, and two cousins, Gordon and Melvin Donaldson. Tribute to the high regard in which Mr. Johnson was held in this community and in Ottawa was evidenced by the great number of floral tributes received among which were pieces from the Y.P.S. of Cedar Hill and the National Drug Company of Ottawa. Mr. Johnston was 27 years of age and was born on the Eighth line of Pakenham township, elder son of William T. Johnson, and his wife, Jessie Connery. He received his early education in S. S. No, 1, Cedar Hill, later attending Pakenham Continuation School. He passed his matriculation examinations at the age of 15, and was well liked by both teachers and pupils. He later served as an apprentice in the drug store of M. R. McFarlane, Almonte, for three years and attending the Ontario College of Pharmacy, Toronto, graduated in 1931. Shortly afterwards he went to Ottawa where he entered the employ of R. B. Howe, Druggist, as assistant, where he worked until the time of his death. Surviving and left to mourn, besides his sorrowing parents, are one brother, Keith Johnson, at home. He was a member of the United church and was unmarried. The sympathy of this community is extended to the bereaved family.

ROSS - At Bristol, Que., on, Tuesday, March 14, 1933. W. Cyrus Ross. of Pakenham, Ont., aged 61 years, loved husband of Barbara Ann Ross. Funeral notice later.

WAS A PROMINENT ARNPRIOR RESIDENT - ARNPRIOR, Ont.. April 13 - (Special) - In the death in Ottawa of Dr. J. F. Murphy, the town of Arnprior has lost one, of its most prominent citizens. Deceased pasted away in an Ottawa hospital after all illness which had troubled him for the past few months, and although the best of care, and attention was given to him he passed to his reward on Wednesday night. The late Dr. Murphy was one of this community's most successful physicians, enjoying a very large practice not only in town but also in the surrounding neighborhood. He was a man who took an active part in different enterprises In the town and was always ready to render aid to any movement which would benefit the town. For the past few years he was chairman of the Board of Education. He was a staunch Conservative and one of the outstanding platform speakers of the town and district. Deceased was very fond of curling and was a leading exponent of the game and regarded as one of the best curlers In the valley. He attended Grace St. Andrew's United Church. Deceased is survived by his wife one son, Harrison, who is attending Queen's, and one daughter, Kathleen, at home. The funeral will be held from his late residence, Elgin street, Saturday afternoon under Masonic auspices. The service will be conducted by Rev. J. M. McDonald, pastor of Grace St.Andrew's United Church, and Rev. H. L. Morrison, of Ottawa, a former minister here. Interment will be made In the Arnprior cemetery.

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Indian cemetery. - Mr. Driscoll was highly respected by all who knew him. He was a splendid neighbor, a good son, a kind husband, and a loving brother. The sympathy of this community is extended to Miss Driscoll.

DEATH OF CHARLES GILLAN - The second death in the Gillan family, within 12 hours, occurred on Tuesday morning, when Mr. Charles Gillan, a widely known resident of Pakenham, died at his home, "The Hill," here, after a long illness. On the previous night, a great aunt, Mrs. Francis Gillan died at Gillan's Springs, two miles away. For the past three years Mr. GilIan had operated a seed cleaning plant. He had lived in Pakenham since he was a boy. He was educated in the public and high schools here and was widely known in the district where he was born 32 years ago. He belonged to Madawaska lodge, A.F. and A.M. Surviving in addition to his widow, formerly Marguerite Wilson, are a son, Wilson, and a daughter, Joan; two brothers, George, a twin, of Pakenham, and Norman, of Assiniboia, Sask., and his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Gillan. The funeral service is being held this afternoon in St. Andrew's United Church. Interment will be at Pakenham. The late Mr. Charles Gillan was well known throughout the Ottawa valley, largely by reason of his close association with the Ottawa Valley Seed Growers' Association Operating a model seed cleaning plant at Pakenham he was in the van in that sphere of activity in the province. His was a pleasing personality; he made friends everywhere and his demise at such an early age is keenly regretted by all who knew him.

DEATH OF ROBERT FULTON - There passed to rest at his home here on Friday, February 28th , Robert Fulton, in his seventy-fifth year. He succumbed after a long, lingering illness, during which he was always patient and cheerful, never complaining of his suffering. His wife predeceased him nearly three years ago. There remain to mourn his loss the large family of thirteen members, five sons, namely Roy and Clifford of Almonte, and Tom, Murray and Jack at home; and eight daughters, Jean, Mrs. Camelon of Blakeney, Annie, Mrs. Maddock of New Liskeard, Mary, Mrs. Percy Sayyeau of Cleveland, Dorothy, Mrs. Ira Deugo of Pakenham, Edith, Mrs. Grant MacDougall of Almonte, Maggie, Mrs. W. Scott of Pakenham, Effie at home, and Edna, R. N., of Brooklyn. There also survive three brothers and four sisters of the deceased, namely, John Fulton, of Cedar Hill, Alex. and William Fulton of Fort William, Mrs. Lesway of Pakenham, Mrs. Smithson of Benny's Corners, Mrs. Dave Johnson of Cobden, and Miss Emma Fulton of Almonte. The funeral services were held on Sunday last from his late residence to the Union cemetery here. The cortege was one of the largest that has been witnessed here for many years. Rev. H. II. Hillis officiated. The pallbearers were Messrs. Ira Deugo, W. Scott, Jack Woods, J. C. Fulton, J. Camelon and Grant Mac Dougall. Mr. Fulton will be sadly missed in this community, where he was held with the highest respect and esteem by all. He was a splendid neighbor, always glad to lend a helping hand, and was of a very quiet unassuming disposition. The floral tributes were a wreath from the family, wreath from Mr. J. C. Fulton of Cedar Hill and sprays from Mr. Donald Snedden of Pakenham, Mr. Norman Boland of Carleton Place and Masters Roy and Robert Deugo of Pakenham. The sympathy of this community is extended to the sorrowing family.

DEATH OF MRS. F. GILLAN - On Monday night, March 3rd, there passed away quietly at her late residence here, one of the first settlers and the oldest resident of the section in the person of Mrs. Francis Gillan, whose maiden name was Mary Ann Grey. She was in her 89th year, the last member of a family of ten, none of whom died under 80 years of age. Her husband predeceased her many years ago, and there were eight children born to them, five of whom survive, three sons, namely, F. J. and R. G. of Pakenham and W. J. at home and two daughters, Mrs. Brice McNeely of Carleton Place, and Miss Madge Gillan at home. Those who have predeceased her were Charles, Mary, and Arthur. The funeral was held on Wednesday of this week particulars of which will follow later.

CARD OF THANKS

I desire to thank all the friends and neighbors for their kindness and sympathy on the occasion of the death of my sister, Miss Ann Theresa McGonigal.  MARGARET McGONIGAL Arnprior, March 3rd, 1930.

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Mrs. W. J. Mason Dies  In Her Renfrew Home. (1936) - RENFREW, Ont., July 2 - (Special.) - Friends in the Ottawa Valley will learn with regret of the passing of Mary Ross, wife of Wm. J. Mason, at her home in McAndrew street, today after an illness of 10 days. Although she has been ailing for some years, her condition was not considered serious. Mrs. Mason was of a kindly and retiring disposition and well-known for her charitable nature. Born 73 years ago in Ross township, daughter of the late David Ross and Jane Evans, Mrs. Mason was of pioneer parentage. Ross township bears the name of her grandfather, one of the first settlers of Renfrew County. Forty-eight years ago she married W. J. Mason and took up residence on a farm at Snake River. Eighteen years later they moved to Renfrew, where they have lived since. Mrs. Mason was a devoted member of the United Church. Surviving besides her husband are six daughters, Mrs. Arthur McLeod, Snake River; Mrs. Duncan Angus, Bromley; Mrs. J. C. Hopkins, Kazabazua, Que.; Mrs. F. X. Plaunt, Renfrew; Misses Iva and Ada Mason, Renfrew: one son, Ross, of Renfrew; four brothers, Thomas and David, of Cobden James, Weyburn, Sask.; John, Winnipeg, Man.; one sister, Mrs. Laughlin Curry, Forester's Falls, and nine grandchildren. The funeral will take place Saturday from her home, with Rev. Dr. A E Runnels conducting the service. Interment will be in Thompsonville cemetery.

Mrs. Charles Comba - Mrs. Charles Comba, of Church Street, Almonte, passed away on Friday last, after an illness of several months.  Deceased, whose maiden name was Jennie Dunlop, was born in Pakenham 65 years ago and was the daughter of the late Charles Dunlop of Pakenham.  She married Mr. Charles Comba of Pakenham and with her husband came to Almonte about 23 years ago, where she had since resided.  Five sons and five daughters were born to them all of who survive except Annie, Mrs. J. Bailey, of Roblin.  Those living are Lizzie, Mrs. P. A. Lamourie, of North Bay; Thomas of North Bay; Charles of Calgary; Alice, Mrs. K. Morton, of Craigmyle, Alta.; William, of Port Arthur; Jennie and Phyllis, nurses of Philadelphia; Murray, of Montreal, and George at home.  These with her husband are left to mourn her loss. The funeral which took place on Monday was largely attended.  Friends from North Bay, Renfrew, Pakenham, Carleton Place and Ottawa were present to pay the last tribute of respect.  The remains were placed in the vault at the 8th line cemetery.  The pallbearers were her nephews, W. S. MacDowall, Go. Comba, H. Comba, Wm. Tosh, Roy Dunlop and Thos. Shaw.  The services were conducted by Rev. W. Howitt, of the Methodist church.  The sympathy of a large circle of friends is extended to the bereaved family.

DEATH OF MRS. A. BARR - There passed away on Thursday, Oct. 5th, at the Victoria hospital Renfrew, one of the best known and most highly respected citizens of the White Lake district in the person of the late Mrs. Andrew Barr whose home was about two miles from White Lake. Mrs. Barr, nee Ellen Jane McGregor, was born at Burnstown in 1876, a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. John McGregor of Burnstown. Her parents died in her infancy and she was brought up with friends near White Lake. About 32 years ago she married Mr. Andrew Bair of McNab township, the late Rev. Hugh Taylor, B.A., Lochwinnoch, performing this ceremony. Eight children were born to them: Christina, Jessie (Mrs. Ermel Bole of Clay Bank), Edna, Forbes and Wilbert. Three children died in infancy. For almost two years Mrs. Barr was in poor health although at times she seemed to gain and there were hopes for her recovery but early this fall she commenced to decline until it was thought best to remove her to the hospital in Renfrew and although everything possible was done she passed peacefully away. The funeral was held on Sunday, Oct. 28th, it being one of the largest ever seen in White Lake; 95 cars were in attendance and many walked. Her minister, Rev. McNaught, B.D., of St. Andrew's church, White Lake, conducted the funeral and he was assisted by the Rev. L. S. Throop, B.A., B.D., of Westmeath. Her favorite hymns were sung, "Rock of Ages " "Safe in the Arms of Jesus," and "In the Sweet Bye and Bye." Mr. McNaught spoke from St. John 14: 1-3. Pall-bearers were Messrs. Gordon Headrick, Lorne Campbell, Thos. P. McLachlan, Thos. McLachlan, Daniel McGregor, and Thos. Barr. The casket was covered with wreaths and sprays from sympathizing friends including the family, the Campbell family, the Barr family and Erskine Crosly, Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Headrick, Mr. and Mrs. John Campbell, Mr. John Kerr, Mrs. W. Barrie and family, Miss Olive McKay, Mr. Percy Reynolds, Mrs. W. Thom, Miss B. Currie, employees of Taylor Bros. Interment was in the .White Lake cemetery. Besides her sorrowing husband and family, she leaves to mourn her loss two brothers, Alex. of Alaska and Forbes of Port Arthur and one sister Mrs. Ross of Holland, Man. Mrs. Barr will be greatly missed in the neighborhood, she was a good neighbor, kind and thoughtful to everyone and proved herself to be a real friend and helper to anyone in trouble. She had the respect of the entire community and the heartfelt sympathy of all goes out to the sor­rowing husband and family in their bereavement.

Many at Funeral of Mrs. Wesley Comba (Dec. 3, 1936) - PAKENHAM, Ont., Dec. 7. I (Special) - Tribute to the memory of the late Mrs. Wesley Comba, who died in the Civic Hospital,  Ottawa, after a short illness, was paid by a large number of relatives and friends who attended her funeral, held from her late residence, Carleton Place, to St. Andrew's United Church, here, on Saturday afternoon. A short service was conducted at the house by Rev. Donald Munroe, of Carleton Place, while Rev. G. W. Goth, the pastor, officiated at the church. Honorary pall-bearers were Allan Ritchie, Woodlawn; Allan Comba, Ottawa; Tommy Machim, Clinton Drader, Stewart Comba, Carleton Place; Archie Ritchie, Woodlawn. Pall-bearers: William Jordan, Thomas S. Shaw, George Comba, and W. J. Steen, Pakenham. Mrs. Comba, formerly Mary Jane Downey, was born at Antrim, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Downey. About 44 years ago she married Wesley Comba at Pakenham, who was accidentally killed a few years ago. For a number of years they farmed near Pakenham but left the farm when her husband, moved to the village. A few months ago she went to reside at Carleton Place. She was in her 65th year, Mrs. Comba was a member of the United Church. Left to mourn are four daughters, (Violet) Mrs. Percy Hawkins, Pembroke; (Tillie) Mrs. Clinton Drader, Carleton Place; Miss Jessie Comba, Ottawa, and Miss Marjorie Comba, at home, five sons, Gemmill Comba, Carleton Place.; Mervyn, Regina, Sask.; Lloyd, Toronto; Minor, Liberty, Sask.; Howard, Kirkland Lake. Numerous beautiful floral tributes were received, among these being: Office staff, staff of fourth floor, home appliance dept., girls in front office, all of Charles Ogilvy, Ltd., Ottawa; Ottawa Credit Women's Breakfast Club, Westdale Theatre Co., Hamilton; Oriole Orchestra, Carleton Place; employees of the pattern shop, Findlay's, Carleton Place.

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DEATH

FISHER, Carl Kenneth - At his residence, R.R. 4, Pakenham, on Monday, July 11, 1977, - Carl Fisher of Pakenham, in his 56th year beloved husband of Ida Jones. Dear stepfather of Mrs. Nick ROSS (Linda) of Virginia Beach, Virginia; Raymond and Terrance at home. Dear brother of Mrs. Alton Box (Ethel) of Almonte. Prede­ceased by one brother, Harry. Resting at the Gamble & Comba Funeral Home. 127 Church Street, Almonte, where service will be held on Thursday at 2 p.m. Rev. A. Cecil Dodds officiating. Interment Union Ceme­tery, Pakenham.

COX, Bernard - At his residence Sunday Oct. 24, 1976, age 54 years, loving husband of Theresa Pilon; dear father of Michael, Lynne, Cheryl Ann and Bernadette; son of Mrs. Mary Cox and brother of Francis, of Chesterville, Gerard, of Ottawa and Mary (Mrs. Jim Cummings), of Windsor. Friends may call at the McEvoy Shields Funeral Home 235 Kent St., from 7 - 10 p.m. Monday and 2 - 5 and 7 - 10 p.m. Tuesday. Funeral Wednesday at 10 a.m. in Holy Cross Church (Walkey Road at Riverside Dr.) Interment Notre Dame Cemetery.

JAMES - At his residence, R.R. 2, Almonte, Ontario, on Tuesday, February 24th, 1976, Benjamin Alfred James, beloved husband of Amy Laura Bourk; dear father of Alfred Richard at home, Catherine Anne (Mrs. Donald Cochran), R.R. 1, Almonte; Janet Mary and Pauline Amy at home; dear brother of Mabel (Mrs. Wm. Gardiner), Almonte; Laura (Mrs. Geo. Rodger), Almonte; Ann (Mrs. Arthur Beach), New Canaan, Conn.; Winnifred (Mrs. John Hammond), Westfield, Mass.; predeceased by a sister, Major Ella E. James.  In his 65th year.  Rested at the Kerry Funeral Home, 154 Elgin Street, Almonte, thence to lie in state at St. George's Anglican Church, Clayton, on Friday and where service was held at 2 p.m.  Rev. Harry Brown officiating.  Entombment Clayton United Cemetery Vault.  Interment St. George's Anglican Cemetery in the Spring.

RITCHIE, Vera Agnes - In hospital at Almonte on Sunday October 24, 1976. Vera Agnes Barker. Beloved wife of the late Lorne Edward Ritchie and dear mother of David of India. Daughter of the late Alexander Barker and his wife the late Jessie McGill. Resting at the Gamble and Comba Funeral Home 127 Church Street Almonte after 7.00 p.m. Wednesday and where service will be held on Thursday at 2 p.m. Rev. Robert J. McCrea officiating. Interment Auld Kirk Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the charity of your choice.

Many Mourn the Death of Late Charles Gillan - The funeral services in the case of the death of the late Charles GiIlan were heId on Thursday of last week from his late residence to the Union church and cemetery here.  The cortege was one of the largest that has ever been witnessed in this district, signifying the great respect and admiration in which the deceased was held.  The services were under the Masonic order, being held in the Madawaska lodge of Arnprior.  Rev. H. A. E. Clarke of Bell's Corners and Rev. C. A. Bender of Pakenham assisted Rev. H. H. Hillis at the pulpit. The pallbearers were Messrs. W. D. Aikenhead, Allan Wilson, R. Fraser, Delmer Graham of Ottawa; Dr. George Wilson of Stillwater, NY, and Roy Allport of Smiths Falls. The latter two mentioned were bothers-in-law of the deceased. Mr. Gillan was an outstanding figure in this community, a young man of splendid principles and high ideals. He was a member of St. Andrew's United church here and was greatly interested in the young people's work of that denomination. He was a director of the agricultural society, and was always pleased to be of service in the community. He was beloved by a host of friends and acquaintances, who deeply mourn his demise at such an early age. The deceased was a son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Gillan of this village, and was born in the township of Fitzroy in 1897. When he was 9 years of age he moved with his parents to Pakenham and here he received his education. Mr. Gillan spent practically all of his life in this district, residing formerly on the farm on the twelfth line, and the past three years at "Breezy Heights." In September, 1925, he was united in marriage to Miss Marguerite Wilson of Manotick. There remain to mourn his early demise his widow, small son, Wilson, and infant daughter, Joan, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Gillan, and two brothers, Mr. Norman GilIan of Assinboya, Sask., and his twin brother Mr. George Gillan of Pakenham. Those from out of town who attended the funeral services were Dr. and Mrs. George Wilson, Still- (end of clipping)

Posted: 11 August 2004