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1201 1894, Friday September 14, The Almonte Gazette front page
Another Old Resident Gone
On Friday afternoon Mr Henry S. Young, of the 8th concession of Ramsay, died somewhat suddenly, after a brief illness of only three days, aged 71 years. The parents of deceased came to this country in 1823, and the subject of our notice was born at sea on the voyage across. The family settled below Appleton, but Mr Young the elder did not live a great while, and Henry went out to Perth and served his apprenticeship to a blacksmith. He afterwards came to Carleton Place and conducted a shop for a time, and then bought the farm on the 8th concession where he died. He was twice married, his first wife being Rachael Dougherty, by whom he had seven sons, all of whom are living. She died in 1864,and some time later he married Henrietta Price, who survives him, and by this union there was one son and two daughters. The sons are John, William, Abraham, Hiram, Elijah, Wesley, Edgerton and Edwin, six of whom are residing in Michigan, Dakota and New York States, only two ? Wesley and Edwin ? being at home. The daughters are Mrs J. Klemn, of Whiting, Ind., and Miss Louisa, who is at home, Mr Young was possessed of a robust constitution, but for some time had been troubled with hernia, which was the cause of death. In religion he was a Methodist, and died trusting in the Lord. In politics a Conservative. He never pushed himself forward, and always lived a quiet life with his family. The funeral took place on Sunday afternoon to the English cemetery on the 8th line, and the very large attendance testified in a measure to the esteem in which deceased was held. The bereaved wife and family have the full sympathy of a large circle of friends in their sorrow. The pallbearers were John Baird, Jos Yuill, Thos McNeely, Geo Drynan, Jas Coleman and Ab Morphy. 
Young, Henry Stakesby (I43169)
 
1202 1894, Tuesday July 24, The Ottawa Journal page 7

?b?EDWARDS?/b? On 23rd instant, at 248 Queen street, William Edwards, aged 60 years. Funeral from above address to-morrow (Wednesday) morning at 7 a.m. to Union Depot, Interment at Almonte. Friends are invited to be present.

1894, Friday July 27, The Almonte Gazette page 8

An Unusual Occurrence
On arrival her of the 9:25 a.m. train on Wednesday two funerals took place from the station........
The other funeral was that of the late Wm Edwards, of Ottawa (a brother in law of Mr W.Y. Woods, Upper Pakenham), who died on Monday after suffering for some weeks from erysipelas, which developed into bloodpoisoning. A widow and three children are left. These are comfortable provided for. A large concourse of relatives and friends followed the remains to the eighth line cemetery. Rev J.M. McLean conducted the funeral service. 
Edwards, William (I38366)
 
1203 1895, Friday April 19, The Almonte Gazette, page 4
DEATHS
At Otter Glen, Ramsay, April 16th, Andrew Young, aged 33 years.

1895, Friday April 19, The Almonte Gazette, page 8
The Late Andrew Young
We regret to have to announce the death of Mr Andrew Young, youngest son of the late Stephen Young, of the ninth line of Ramsay, at the comparatively early age of 33. The late Mr Young was cut down in the midst of a life of success and usefulness. The earlier years of life of the deceased were passed on the family homestead. He afterwards attended for a year or two the Almonte high school, from which he matriculated into the Science and Engineering Department of McGill University. After a year or two of study in that institution Mr Young was graduated with the degree of B.Sc., and almost immediately obtained a good position as mining engineer and assayist in Montana. For the past three years he had been in failing health, and spent part of the year 1894 in Montana in search of health, but it was all in vain. Death had marked him for his own, and he passed away on Tuesday last. Mr Young was of a very quiet and unobtrusive disposition, but was popular with those who knew him and could not fail to value him for his many good qualities of head and heart. We join a large circle of friends and acquaintances in tendering our sincere sympathy to the relatives of the deceased, who have been sorely afflicted, this being the eighth death in the family within a period of less than twenty years, and the third within a period of four years. The funeral will take place today (Thursday) from the residence of Mr Robt Young to the 8th line cemetery. 
Young, Andrew (I20232)
 
1204 1895, Friday April 26, The Almonte Gazette, page 4
DEATHS
At Bennie's Corners, April 23rd, Alexander Anderson, aged 39 years

1895, Friday April 26, The Almonte Gazette, front page
The Late Alex Anderson
Mr Alexander Anderson, the well-known young farmer of Bennie's Corners, died on Tuesday morning last, at the early age of 39 years. The news came as a shock to most people in town, as few knew he was seriously ill, and the announcement caused sorrow on all sides. Mr Anderson being esteemed by all who knew him. Ten or Twelve days ago deceased was attacked with inflammation of the lungs, and made favourable progress until Friday, when he became much worse, and all that could be done for him by physicians and attendants proved unavailing. He suffered on till Tuesday, when death released him. Mrs Anderson and four small children remain to mourn their loss. These, with deceased's mother and the other relatives, have the heartfelt sympathy of a large circle of friends. The funeral takes place this (Thursday) afternoon, to the eighth line cemetery, and will be attended by members of Camp Bluebell No 62, Sons of Scotland, Almonte, of which deceased was a member. 
Anderson, Alexander "Alex" (I17930)
 
1205 1895, Friday July 19, The Almonte Gazette page 4

?b?DEATHS?/b?
In Ramsay, July 16th, Janet McFarlane, relict of Daniel Galbraith, Esq., in her 75th year.

1895, Friday July 19, The Almonte Gazette front page
?b?
The Late Mrs D. Galbraith?/b?
With deep regret we have to announce the death on Tuesday evening last, (at the residence of her son-in-law, Mr Thomas Houston, 6th con. Ramsay) of Janet McFarlane, relict of Daniel Galbraith, Esq., in her 75th year. Deceased had caught cold a week prior to her death, and in spite of everything that could be done for her by medical skill and the devoted attention of her relatives the spirit left its earthly tenement. News of Mrs Galbraith's demise was received with sorrow on all sides, as she was well known throughout the county, and was greatly esteemed for her qualities of head and heart. Deceased was the eldest child of the late Robert McFarlane. She was born in Scotland in 1821, an when a babe not many weeks old she left the old land with her parents for Canada, they being among the first settlers of these parts. In the fifties she married the late Daniel Galbraith, who for thirty years was one of Lanark county's most prominent and useful public men, filling the most important positions in the gift of the people during the greater part of that time; and his death on Dec. 17th, 1879, created universal sorrow. During her husband life Mrs Galbraith ever proved an able helpmate, and by her hospitality and geniality won a wide circle of warm friends. Seven children are left to mourn the loss of an affectionate and indulgent mother. They are: Mrs Andrew Houston, Mrs Thos. Houston, Mrs Robert Black and Miss Nellie Galbraith of Ramsay; Miss Kate Galbraith and Mrs Thompson Elliott, of Carberry, N.W.T.; and Mr Robert A. Galbraith, of Parry Sound. Deceased was a sister of Messrs. Matthew, James and Robert L. McFarlane, and Mrs A. Baird Appleton, Mrs Wm. Stephenson and Mrs R. Anderson, Carleton Place. The funeral takes place this (Thursday) afternoon, to the eighth line cemetery, Ramsay We join the whole community in extending sympathy to the bereaved family. 
McFarlane, Janet (I8262)
 
1206 1895, Friday July 19, The Almonte Gazette page 4
DEATHS.
At Almonte, July 13th, James Robert Richey aged 45 years

1895, Friday July 19, The Almonte Gazette front page
After a lengthened illness from an internal trouble Mr. James Robert Richey passed out of life on Saturday, aged 45 years. The funeral took place on Monday afternoon to the Pakenham cemetery, and was very largely attended. Deceased was a resident of Pakenham until a few years ago, when he removed to this town. He leaves a widow and seven children. These have the sympathy of our townspeople. 
Ritchie, James Robert (I23375)
 
1207 1895, Friday November 15, The Almonte Gazette page 4

?b?DEATHS?/b?
At Kingston, Nov 13th, Mrs Robt Fulton, (formerly of Rosebank), aged 49 years. Funeral on Friday at 2 p.m., from the residence of Mr Jas McGill, Almonte, to the eighth line cemetery

1895, Friday November 15, The Almonte Gazette front page

?b?Severe Afflictions?/b?
Mrs Robt Fulton, of Blakeney, who was ill mentally as a result of repeated troubles, and who was taken to Kingston a short time ago, found relief from earthly cares by her death in that city on Wednesday. The remains were brought here for interment. The funeral notice appears in another column. This family has had a sorrowful time of it Three years ago the husband sickened and died; a year ago a son followed him to the grave; some months ago a daughter, grown to womanhood, succumbed before the fell destroyer; and now the mother passes from the scene. How sad! The three orphaned sons have universal sympathy in their repeated bereavements. 
McGill, Elizabeth Jane "Eliza" (I17422)
 
1208 1895, Friday October 4, The Almonte Gazette, page 5
DEATHS
In Ramsay, Sept 28th, James W. Black, eldest son of Mr Walter Black, aged 20 years

1895, Friday October 4, The Almonte Gazette front page
James W. Black, aged 20, a fine young man, esteemed by all who knew him, passed away on Saturday last, at the residence of his father, Mr. Walter Black, 7th line Ramsay. Deceased had been ill six months with a lung trouble. The funeral on Monday afternoon was very largely attended. The remains were interred in the eighth line cemetery. Rev Mr. Grant officiated. The father and his family have the heartfelt sympathy of a large circle of friends in their sorrow 
Black, James W. (I7294)
 
1209 1895, Friday September 13, The Almonte Gazette, page 4

?b?DEATHS?/b?
At Almonte, Sept 10th, Sarah McDonald, second daughter of Mr Robert Cameron, aged 20 years.

1895, Friday September 13, The Almonte Gazette, page 8

?b?Obit. ? Miss S.M. Cameron?/b?
Miss Sarah M. Cameron, second daughter of Mr Robt Cameron, passed away on Tuesday evening, after about eight months' illness from an?mia. She was 20 years of age, bright and amiable, and quite a favourite among her acquaintances, who lament her early death. That the parents and sisters of the deceased young lady have the deep sympathy of our citizens was fully manifested by the large attendance at the funeral, which took place this (Thursday) afternoon, to the eighth line cemetery. 
Cameron, Sarah McDonald (I41816)
 
1210 1896, Friday April 17, The Almonte Gazette page 4
DEATHS
In Ramsay, April 13th, Peter Thompson Syme, in his 96th year.

1896, Friday April 17, The Almonte Gazette page 8
Death of a Ramsay Pioneer and a Nonagenarian
Mr Peter T. Syme, of the 10th line of Ramsay, one of the early settlers of the township and one of its oldest citizens, passed away on Monday evening last, in his 96th year. The venerable gentleman had the use of all his faculties to a wonderful extant almost to the last. He enjoyed splendid health until June of last year, when he suffered from two strokes of paralysis; and some months ago a gangrenous trouble of the foot set in. The aged frame wore away by degrees till Monday, when he quietly fell into the sleep that knows no waking this side of the grave. The late Peter Thompson Syme was born in Boagles, Scotland, in June, 1800. When a boy he learned the trade of a carpenter in the old land. In 1833 he came to Canada. He married Jessie McLaren in Montreal on his arrival from Scotland, and they settled in Ramsay the same year, taking the farm on the tenth line now owned by Lieut-Col Gemmill and occupied by Mr John McPhail. After remaining there for some years Mr Syme purchased the present homestead, and lived there the balance of his long life. Mrs Syme died twenty-nine years ago. Eleven children were born to them, ten of whom survive, viz., Miss Isabella and Peter T. Syme, on the homestead; Mrs John Drynan, Almonte; Mrs A. Rose, Mrs Jas. Woodward, Mrs James Laws and Mrs John McIntyre, of Vernon Centre, N.Y.; Mrs Andrew Graham and James G. Syme, of Ramsay; and John Syme, of Fitzroy. Deceased was a good farmer, and succeeded in amassing a fair share of this world's goods. In religion he was a Presbyterian, and in politics a pronounced Reformer. He never sought public office of any kind. The remains were interred in the eighth line cemetery this (Thursday) afternoon, when a large number were present to pay the final tribute to respect to one who was for over sixty years identified with the affairs of this neighbourhood. 
Syme, Peter Thompson (I14787)
 
1211 1896, Friday August 14, The Almonte Gazette page 4
?b?
DEATHS?/b?
In Ramsay, August 7th, Frances Lang, wife of late John McIntyre, aged 74 years

1896, Friday August 14, The Almonte Gazette front page

?b?Sudden Death in Ramsay?/b?
Last Thursday evening Mrs John McIntyre, of Ramsay, who was 74 years of age, went over to spend the evening with Mrs C. Wallace, a neighbour, apparently in her usual health. A few hours later she took a weak turn, and passed away early Friday morning. The deceased lady, whose maiden name was Frances Lang, of Beckwith, was a sister of Mr. Wm. Lang, and was well known throughout the district, having resided hereabouts most all her life. The funeral took place on Sunday, to 8th line cemetery, and was very largely attended, some 75 carriages being in the procession. 
Lang, Frances (I8176)
 
1212 1896, Friday August 21, The Almonte Gazette page 4

?b?DEATHS?/b?
At Appleton, Aug 15th, George Wilson, aged 79 years.

1896, Friday August 21, The Almonte Gazette page 8

?b?The Late George Wilson?/b?
The Appleton correspondent of the Herald says: The funeral of the late George Wilson, who died on Saturday evening, aged 79 years, took place yesterday to the 8th line cemetery, and was a large and representative one. The deceased was born in Yorkshire, England, and emigrated with his parents in 1837, landing in Montreal during the rebellion, when Mr Wilson did duty for some time as a soldier. Two years later they moved to Ottawa, and the family settled at Long Island, near Manotick. When Mr Wilson married he settled in Ottawa, then only a village, and lived there until 1885, when they moved to this place. His wife died here about seven years ago, and since then he has lived with his daughter, Mrs A. Wilson, jr. Although in his 79th year, he has three brothers and four sisters living: Wm Wilson, Manotick; Wardell D., Ottawa, and Rev R. Wilson, Parkdale. The sisters are Mrs Henderson and Mrs Langford, Toronto; Mrs Jennings, Ottawa; and Mrs McKnight, Almonte. The family living are John R., in Vermont; Thomas, in Nebraska; George J., in Ottawa; Mrs Wilson, here; Mrs Askwith, Ottawa; and Mrs R. Baird, Pilot Mound. Thus, one by one, the old settlers are going, and soon there will be none to tell how the first settlers cleared the land and the many trials they had to endure. The pallbearers were Messrs A. Wilson, sr., D. Stewart, Thos Arthur, Jno Baird, Wm Edwards and Wm Struthers. 
Wilson, George H. (I11565)
 
1213 1896, Friday July 31, The Almonte Gazette front page

?b?The Late Robert Leishman?/b?
After a somewhat protracted illness from lung trouble, Mr Robert Leishman succumbed on Thursday night last. Deceased was born in New York City 64 years ago. He came to Canada with his parents two years later, and they settled in Ottawa. He then came to Ramsay, and lived in this neighbourhood ever since. He married Martha Hamilton, daughter of the late Thomas Hamilton, and sister of Messrs Gavin, Thomas and Duncan Hamilton. They had eight children, seven of whom are living, viz.: Robert, in Clayton; Thomas and Ernest, at home; Mrs Chas Kelly, Arnprior; Mrs Chas Stewart, Harrisville, N.Y.; Mrs E. Moreau, Jr., Almonte; and Miss Minnie, at home. Deceased was a member of L.O.L. No. 378, Almonte, and the funeral, which took place on Sunday afternoon last, was under the auspices of the Orange order, the local Orangemen and O.Y.B., and the Cedar Hill, L.O.L. turning our in a body to pay the last tribute to respect to their deceased brother. The Citizens' Brass Band preceded the cortege, playing the Dead March. The procession was an exceedingly long one. Deceased was a warm-hearted and genial man, and his death is regretted by those who knew him. The mourning family have the sympathy of their many friends. 
Leishman, Robert (I6081)
 
1214 1896, Friday May 8, The Almonte Gazette front page
A Fine Young Man's Death
After about a year's illness with the trouble known as "pernicious anaemina" Mr John Neilson Hamilton (son of Mr. Gavin Hamilton, reeve of Ramsay) passed peacefully away last Friday afternoon, at the early age of 38 years. The insidious disease of which the deceased died seemed at times to relax its hold upon his system, and during these intervals his friends fondly hoped for his ultimate recovery; but it was a hope which in almost all such cases is doomed to disappointment. The late Mr. Hamilton was of a quiet and retiring disposition, but had endeared himself to all who knew him intimately. Although it was a source of great grief to his friends, death to the deceased was a happy release from human pain and suffering. He leaves a loving wife and two little girls, besides his aged parents, two sisters and two brothers, to all of whom we join sympathizing friends in tendering our sympathy. The funeral on Sunday was an unusually large one, evidencing the high esteem in which both the deceased and his family are held. The funeral services were conducted by Rev A.S. Grant B.D., the deceased's pastor. 
Hamilton, John Neilson (I19751)
 
1215 1896, Friday October 2, The Almonte Gazette page 8

?b?The Late Mrs Gardiner
?/b?We are called upon this week to chronicle the death of Mrs Walter Gardiner, of Ramsay, which took place on Saturday night of last week. About twenty-eight years ago a cancer appeared on her face, but for a long time it made very little progress. Of late years it began to spread more rapidly, and Mrs Gardiner went to a specialist in Rome, N.Y., for treatment, but at that time the disease had become so deeply rooted that nothing could be done to stay its ravages, and the end came as stated above. The deceased was a daughter of the late Thomas Bowes, of Cedar Hill, and was married to Mr Gardiner about forty-one years ago, the union being blessed by six children, one of whom died in infancy. The ones living are Thomas, at Hamburg, N.Y.; Walter, at Vernon, B.C.; William, on the homestead; Mrs Alex Pretty, Hopetown; and Mrs James McDougall, Almonte. The deceased was a respected member of the Presbyterian church, and was one who lived a life consistent with her profession of religion. The funeral took place on Monday to the eighth line cemetery, and was a very large one. 
Bowes, Elizabeth (I11423)
 
1216 1896, Friday September 25, The Almonte Gazette, front page
Child Scalded to Death
A very sad accident happened at the home of Mr Wm More, 7th line Ramsay, on Friday evening last week. His little three-year-old daughter, Minnie, was standing near a vessel in which they were mixing some feed for the cattle, which was boiling hot, and in some way fell into it, scalding herself terribly. The little one did not get over the shock, but lived till Saturday night about one o'clock, when the tender body gave up its spirit and the child was released from its sufferings. The funeral took place on Tuesday to the eighth line cemetery. The parents have the sympathy of all in their affliction 
More, Minnie Julia (I31653)
 
1217 1897, Friday April 9, The Almonte Gazette front page
A Page of Local News
? Robt Sutherland, who has been living with Mr John Sutherland, of Ramsay, (cousin of the deceased's father), died on Tuesday morning of brain fever, after an illness of two week's duration. He was about 17 years of age. The funeral will take place on Saturday. 
Sutherland, Robert (I31534)
 
1218 1897, Friday December 10, The Almonte Gazette page 4

DEATHS
Ar Almonte, Dec 2nd, Maggie, daughter of Mrs John Gemmill, Brougham street, aged 20 years and 11 months.

1897, Friday December 10. The Almonte Gazette front page
LOCAL NEWS
? A bright and popular young lady Miss Maggie Gemmill, daughter of Mrs John Gemmill, Brougham street, passed away last Thursday night after a prolonged illness from consumption, within a month of her twenty-first birthday. She was a member of the Methodist church, and was much thought of by all who knew her. The funeral took place on Saturday afternoon to the eighth line cemetery, and was a very large one. 
Gemmill, Margaret "Maggie" (I35617)
 
1219 1897, Friday December 10, The Almonte Gazette page 4
DEATHS
At Almonte, December 4th, Mary Pollard, relict of the late Hugh Wilson, aged 77 years.

1897, Friday December 10, The Almonte Gazette page 4
Another Old Settler at Rest
In 1820 Mr and Mrs Pollard arrived in Canada from the old country, and settled on the seventh line of Ramsay township shortly afterward. There the same year, was born Mary Pollard, relict of Mr Hugh Wilson, who died at the residence of her son Robert, on Water street, Almonte, last Saturday, aged 77 years, Mrs Wilson married the late Hugh Wilson when she was 22 years old. Mr Wilson died fourteen years ago. Up to the time of the husband's death deceased resided on the homestead, adjoining this town. Twelve children were born to Mr and Mrs Wilson, eleven of whom survive, namely: Mrs Ellen Jane McIntosh, Beckwith; Robert, John (on the homestead) and David, Almonte; Mary (Mrs James McDowell), Winnipeg; Peter, of Verner, Ont; William, of Victoria, B.C.; Sir Thain and Alexander, of Gladstone, Manitoba; Dr Arthur C., of Forsyth, Montana; and George, also in Montana. The late Mrs Wilson went to Winnipeg a year ago to visit her daughter, and while there she had a stroke of paralysis. She came back some months ago, and was residing with her son Robert, in town. Lately she had several more paralytic strokes, which caused her death. The funeral took place on Monday afternoon to the eighth line cemetery, and was a large one. Rev Mr Hutchion conducted the services.

 
Pollard, Mary (I28555)
 
1220 1897, Friday January 29, The Almonte Gazette page 4

?b?DEATHS?/b?
In Ramsay, January 22nd, Hugh Edward, infant son of Mr John Metcalf, aged 5 months and 28 days 
Metcalfe, Hugh Edward (I37115)
 
1221 1897, Friday July 30, The Almonte Gazette front page

-- Two months ago Mrs R. Bruce, of Rochester, N.Y., accompanied by her little daughter and infant son, arrived here to attend the funeral of her mother, the late Mrs. Jas. Lang, and since then Mrs. Bruce had remained with her sisters. A new sorrow had been thrust upon the household by the death, on Tuesday morning last, after a few days illness from convulsions, of Mrs Bruce's child, Clarence, aged six months. This double bereavement has evoked the warmest sympathy for the sorrowing ones. The funeral takes place this (Thursday) afternoon, to the eighth line cemetery. 
Bruce, Clarence W. (I38963)
 
1222 1897, Friday March 12, The Almonte Gazette, page 8
DEATHS
In Ramsay, March 9th Jennie W. Black, daughter of Mr. Walter Black, aged 26 years

1897, Friday March 12, The Almonte Gazette, front page
Obitual
Another death that has caused deep sorrow in many households is that of Miss Jennie W. Black daughter of Mr. Walter Black, of the seventh line of Ramsay, who passed away on Tuesday morning, after being delicate health for some time, though confined to bed for only a few days prior to her demise. She was but 26, and was popular with her acquaintances, who speak of her in the highest terms. The funeral on Wednesday, to the eighth line cemetery, was largely attended. We join a sympathizing community in tendering our heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved families 
Black, Jennie W. (I7293)
 
1223 1897, Friday March 19, The Almonte Gazette page 4
DEATHS
At Almonte, March 12th, Catherine C. Snedden, wife of Mr James Snedden, aged 66 years

1897, Friday March 19,The Almonte Gazette, front page
Mrs James Snedden
Some time ago Mrs James Snedden of this town, took a severe attack of whooping-cough, which was epidemic at that time, and though she recovered from it she was left in poorer health than was her wont. A few weeks ago a stomach trouble developed and in spite of all the care and medical skill that could be lavished upon her she grew worse by degrees until last Friday, when death ensued. The sad outcome created deep and widespread sorrow, as deceased was known and respected by a very large circle of friends. Mrs Snedden was of a retiring disposition, but those who had the privilege of her acquaintance were charmed with her manner and the graces that adorned her life. Mrs Snedden was born in Glasgow 66 years ago. Over forty years ago, while on a visit to Canada, she formed the acquaintance of Mr. Snedden, who a few years after married her at her home in Scotland. Two children were born to them ? Mrs George Patterson, of this town, and Miss Tillie, at home. That the mourning ones have the full sympathy of their friends was shown by the very large attendance at the funeral on Monday, in spite of the severe weather. A short service was held at the house, conducted by Rev. R.J. Hutcheon, M.A., pastor of St. Andrew's congregation (of which deceased was a consistent member), after which the remains were interred in the eighth line cemetery. 
Snedden, Catherine Cochran (I168)
 
1224 1897, Friday May 21, The Almonte Gazette page 4
DEATHS
At Almonte, May 16th, Jean, daughter of Mrs Andrew Dunlop, Martin street, aged 28 years

1897, Friday May 21, The Almonte Gazette page 8
Entered into Fulness of Life
Miss Jean Dunlop, daughter of Mrs Andrew Dunlop, of Martin street died on Sunday last, at the early age of 28, from lung trouble. The late Miss Dunlop had been ailing for more than a year, though at times she rallied, and being of a happy and cheerful disposition, she never gave way to her trouble, but was always hopeful until within the last few months. Deceased was of a very amiable character, and was greatly beloved by all who knew her. Her end was happy one, and death had no terrors for her. her funeral took place on Tuesday afternoon to the eighth line cemetery and was largely attended. Rev R. J. Hutcheon M.A., conducted the funeral services. Mrs Dunlop and family have the warm sympathy of a large circle of friends in their affliction. 
Dunlop, Jean (I30150)
 
1225 1897, Friday May 28, he Almonte Gazette front page
?b?
A Page of Local News?/b?
Jessie, the fifteen-year-old daughter of Mr John Reid, of New England, died on Thursday morning, after three months illness from consumption. The funeral will take place on Friday afternoon at two o'clock.

1897, Friday May 28, The Almonte Gazette page 5

?b?DEATHS?/b?
At Almonte, May 27th, Jessie A. Reid, daughter of Mr John Reid, aged 15 years. The funeral will take place on Friday, 28th inst., at 2 p.m., from her father's residence, New England, to the eighth line cemetery. 
Reid, Jessie Ann (I41800)
 
1226 1897, Friday November 26, The Almonte Gazette page 4

?b?DEATHS?/b?
In Ramsay, November 19th, Alexander Sutherland, aged 68 years.

1897, Friday November 26, The Almonte Gazette front page

?b?The Late Alexander Sutherland?/b?
General regret was expressed last Friday when it was learned that Mr Alexander Sutherland, the genial and well-known farmer of the 5th line of Ramsay, had paid the debt of nature that morning as the result of an attack of apoplexy the previous evening. Blessed with a charm of manner that shed brightness wherever he went, the late Mr Sutherland made a host of warm friends, all over these parts, and all were surprised and saddened by the suddenness of the call to test the realities of the other world. Deceased was born in Ramsay township in 1829, and lived there all his life ? 68 years ? with the exception of a trip he made to California in the spring of 1853. While in the Golden State he was attacked with fever and ague, and on recovering, the same fall, he returned to his native township. In 1852 Mr Sutherland married Elizabeth McArthur (sister of Mr Wm McArthur, of this town), who survives. To them were born twelve children, nine of whom are alive, Viz,: David, in Manitoba; James, Alexander, Angus and Andrew, in Western Ontario; Margaret (Mrs Alex Fulton), Upper Pakenham; William, on the 5th con, Ramsay; Joseph and Eliza Ann, on the homestead. Deceased, on coming back from California, settled on the lot next to that occupied by the late Daniel Galbraith, and remained there till his death. He was a very successful farmer, and had a supplementary source of profit in an extensive lime business. He amassed sufficient of this world's goods to leave those dependant upon him in comfortable circumstances. Up to a few years ago Mr Sutherland was hardy and vigorous, but for the past year or two he had been ailing at times. He was always jolly and goodnatured ? a welcome visitor in any gathering. The funeral took place on Sunday afternoon, to the eighth line cemetery, and was very largely attended. The services were conducted by Rev Mr Hutcheon, of St Andrew's church, Almonte, of whose congregation deceased was a member. Mrs Sutherland and family have the warm sympathy of all in their bereavement. 
Sutherland, Alexander (I36666)
 
1227 1897, Friday September 3, The Almonte Gazette page 4

?b?DEATHS?/b?
In Ramsay, August 31st, Ellen Lawson, wife of Mr Thos Lawrie, aged 60 years.

1897, Friday September 3, The Almonte Gazette front page

?b?Mrs Thos Lawrie?/b?
On Monday evening last an old resident of Ramsay passed away in the person of Ellen Lawson, wife of Mr Thomas Lawrie, of the tenth line. She had just reached the three-score limit, and had been ill for a time, with an asthmatic affection. A warm-hearted friend and a kind and generous neighbour, her death is deeply regretted by a large circle of friends. She was married twice, One of her children by her first marriage is Rev C. McKillop, B.A., of Lethbridge, N.W.T. Mr Lawrie and his two children ? Wm Lawrie, on the homestead, and Annie (Mrs John Archambault) ? survive, and have the sympathy of many friends in their affiliation. The funeral took place on Wednesday afternoon, and was largely attended. The remains were interred in the eighth line cemetery. 
Lawson, Ellen (I18681)
 
1228 1898, Friday April 15, The Almonte Gazette, front page
Mysterious Disappearance ? A Boy Apparently Drowned
The people of Almonte were greatly excited and much sympathy was evoked for Mrs Kate Black on Saturday evening last when it became known that her only child, little Gilbert Black, nearly six years old, was missing, with indications that he was drowned. Mrs Black, being busy in her shop down town, had not seen her son since early in the forenoon, but, as this was frequently the case, she was not alarmed, thinking he was at Mr Ragdale's, on Church street, where they boarded, Early in the afternoon, she began to make inquiries, and asked Chief Lowry to keep a lookout for Gilbert on his rounds. Late in the afternoon some boys rowing a boat on the Bay found a boy's cap floating on the surface of the water one hundred yards or so from the Bay Hill road. Mr Ragdale identified it as the one worn by the missing boy, and at once the greatest alarm was felt. The little fellow had ben in the habit of playing by himself, and was known to be afraid of the water, but there seems little doubt from what can be learned that he was playing on the bank of the river near Mr Cannon's mill on the shore of the bay, as well as just above the flume at a dangerous point near the old electric light house opposite the mills of the Almonte Knitting Co., (and some say on the steep embankment at the rear of Mr T. Ringrose's shoeshop) and was throwing stones into the raging rapids there. This was about 11:30 a.m. After that hour no trace whatever can be fond of his movements. Without alarming the mother when the cap was found, searching parties were at once organized and a thorough patrol of the river banks and the river itself was made. The was kept up far into the night, and all day Sunday twenty-five or more boats, well-manned and equipped with grappling irons, kept up the search, without the slightest encouragements. The water at the flume was shut off, but without avail. On Monday Mr J.B. Wylie sent to Carleton Place for a quantity of dynamite, and about a dozen shots where put off in several parts of the bay, without effects, On Monday evening an informal meeting of about fifty citizens was held in the office of Messrs Wylie and Shaw, when the council was requested to place on the river four boats manned each by two men to continue the search, and Mr James Metcalf was sworn in as special constable to direct their movements. The search was kept up diligently on Tuesday and Wednesday, and on Wednesday night another meeting was held, when arrangements were made to keep up the search for the rest of the week by both volunteered and paid help. It was further resolved to sent to Montreal or Ottawa for a searchlight. Owing to the belied of some that the missing boy had wandered to Col Gemmill's bush near the Bay Hill, a large searching party was organized on Wednesday and made a thorough search, but without result. As usual, a number of exaggerated reports got into circulation, but on being traced to their source they were proven foundation-less. Two booms have been stretched across the river, one at "Brown's Clearing," a mile down from town, and the other at Rosebank, in order to stop the body from passing down, acting on the belief that the body is in the river, of which there is little doubt. Word was also sent to people along the river all the way to Pakenham to be on the lookout for the body; but the belief of many in that owning to the coldness of the water, the body may not rise for some time. The deepest sorrow is felt for Mrs Black, and any fate for her little boy, is positively known, would not be so painful as the terrible suspense, through which she is passing. He was the only solace left her at the time of her husband's death.

1898, Friday April 22, The Almonte Gazette front page
Found in the Bay
The diligent search for the body of little Gilbert Black, who disappeared on Saturday, 9th inst., and who, it was generally believed had been drowned, was kept up all last week, and on Sunday forenoon was rewarded by the finding of the body by Messrs. Ted Boothroyd and Elmo Moreau in about thirty feet of water close to the west shore of the river near the residence of Mr E. Edmonds, and a few yards from where the boy's cap was found. The place had been dragged over a hundred times before by the searchers, but as the body was imbedded in a large mass of sawdust, the hooks had failed to catch on to the clothing. The fact that deceased had been seen on the high bank behind Mr T. Ringrose shoe shop, and that when found there were two cuts on the head, leads many to believe that the little fellow in his childish play had fallen off the bank and was probably stunned before he reached the water, and was carried down the rapids and across the bay; but all is mere conjecture. Undertaker Donaldson, after preparing the body, which was well preserved took it to the residence of Mr Ragsdale, where Mrs Black was staying, and the number of people who called during Sunday and Monday testified to the deep sympathy felt for the bereaved mother, thus deprived of her only child. The sympathy of the community was still further manifested by the very large attendance at the funeral, which took place on Monday at 3 p.m., to St. Paul's church, where the beautiful burial service of the Church of England was conducted by Rev Canon Low, assisted by Rev C. Saddington, of Richmond; thence to the 8th line cemetery. 
Black, Gilbert Merrick (I26369)
 
1229 1898, Friday August 26, The Almonte Gazette, page 8
Miss Lang's Sudden Death
Residents of this neighbourhood were shocked on Tuesday afternoon to learn of the death, in St Luke's Hospital, Ottawa, that day, of Margaret Alvina Lang, daughter of Mrs John Lang, Ramsay ? familiarly known as "Vinie." Deceased , who was 29 years old, was a pleasant-faced and pleasant-mannered lady, clever and popular, and the sudden ending of so useful a life has evoked the warmest expressions of sympathy with the doubly bereaved family, who have found of late years that misfortunes have come upon them in battalions. Miss Lang had been ill for some time, and latterly her trouble was diagnosed as an internal tumour. Two weeks ago she went to the hospital to have an operation performed for the removal of the tumour. Her brother, Dr Albert Lang, was with her last Monday ? the day selected for the operation. The physicians made an incision to carry out their plans, when it was discovered that her trouble was cancer, and of such a nature that it was sure to end her life in a short time. The doctors decided that a further operation was unnecessary. Miss Lang was made comfortable, and was progressing quite favourably until Tuesday forenoon, when she began to sink. That afternoon the relatives here received a message that she was sinking rapidly, followed by another fifteen minutes later announcing her death. The body was brought home by Wednesday's Soo train, and the funeral took place this (Thursday) afternoon, to the eighth line cemetery, a very large number turning out to testify their respect for the deceased and to mark their sympathy with the sorrowing mother and her family, Rev R.J. Hutcheon, M.A., of whose congregation deceased was a member, officiated. Miss Lang was a member of Atthewell Lodge No 29, Daughters of Rebekah, Almonte, and the members of that order attended the funeral in abody and conducted their impressive burial service. 
Lang, Margaret Alvina "Vinie" (I23826)
 
1230 1898, Friday December 23, The Almonte Gazette, page 8

?b?A Runner Dropped Dead?/b?
While going through the eighth line cemetery lately a GAZETTE scribe was struck by a verse on the tablet at the head of the grave of the late Robert Young, which reads as follows:
"My sudden death proclaims aloud
To you, my living friends,
To be prepared to meet your God
When He the summons sends."
Inquiry as to the cause of the sudden death brought out the particulars, which are worth giving here. On New Year's Day, 1863, on the Mississippi river between Youngville and Rosebank, there was quite a gathering to witness the sorts, which consisted of trotting races on the ice, the trotters being hitched to buggies. In the afternoon a foot race was got up, the contestants being John Young (blacksmith, Almonte), John Toshack (son of the late James Toshack) and Robert Young (Brother of Messrs P.J. and Wm. Young, Ramsay). They were all young men ? two of them Young by name as well as young in years ? and, removing their boots, they ran in their sock-feet. Robert Young was ahead as he came to the winning line, and just before crossing the line he dropped on the ice ? dead! The late Dr. Mostyn, who happened to be in Rosebank at the time was quickly summoned, but the winner had passed beyond the reach of medical skill. The crowd got a great shock by the event, the sports were cancelled, and there was sadness in the community the balance of that New Year Day 
Young, Robert Jr. (I28218)
 
1231 1898, Friday December 9, The Almonte Gazette front page

?b?Incidents Around Town?/b?
? Word was received here this week of the death of Mrs R. Bruce, which took place on Sunday evening at Rochester, N.Y., where she had gone for medical treatment for an internal trouble from which she was suffering. In the early stages of the treatment hopes were entertained of her early recovery, but the tax on her strength was greater then she could bear. About two weeks ago word came that she was growing weaker, and her sister, Miss Millie Lang, with her little daughter, Flossie, went to Rochester, and were with her till death ended her sufferings. The funeral took place on Wednesday at Rochester, Her husband and child survive. Mrs Bruce will be remembered by many for her bright and cheerful nature, and her readiness to give aid and encouragement to those who were in need when it was in her power to do so. 
Lang, Margaret (I8673)
 
1232 1898, Friday January 7 The Almonte Gazette front page

The C.C. Says: Mr Robert Anderson died at his residence on Bell Street on New Year's morning. Until the last two years he enjoyed the most perfect health, being able up to that period to defend the strong citadel of his heart against all the potentates of death, but at that time grippe made and impression, and slowly consumed the splendid constitution. The deceased was born at Neilston, Renfrewshire, Scotland, in 1816, where his parents, Wm Anderson and Margaret McFarlane, lived and died, each at the ripe old age and highly esteemed by all who were intimately acquainted with them. In his early years Mr Anderson studied medicine some time. But that profession not being to his liking he gave it up. and having a natural aptitude for drawing and designing, concluded to study the art of pattern drawing for the printer's use in the stamping of designs upon calico fabrics. Having served his apprenticeship successfully he adopted the calling as a means for earning a livelihood. He crossed the Atlantic in 1848 in the ship "Favorite," being nine weeks on the voyage, and came to Almonte, where his brother Matthew had already settled. Not finding employment in his profession in Almonte he engaged with the late William Peden, of Carleton Place, as a general book-keeper and salesman Severing his connection with Mr Peden he drifted back to Almonte and started in business for himself which he conducted for a number of years. Disposing of his business in Almonte, he returned to Carleton Place and lived here for about thirty years. In December 1854, he married Catherine, third daughter of the late Robert McFarlane of Almonte. The widow, three daughters namely, Mrs Adam Graham, of Peterboro, Mrs Hugh M. Williams, and Mrs Dr. Fisher, of Carleton Place, and two sons, William of Havelock, and Robert M., of Ottawa, remain to mourn his loss. Mr Anderson lived to a good old age and was able to enjoy, as he did most thoroughly, the companionship of his devoted partner to the last, and to see his children thriving wonderfully. He was often called on to do the engrossing of public documents, and took pleasure in responding, invariably achieving works of art. His later years were spent largely in the loved seclusion of his cosy home, where the charms of his gracious personality never failed to delight all who pass under his influence. 
Anderson, Robert (I8273)
 
1233 1898, Friday May 6
The Almonte Gazette front page
Plunged in Mourning
The rider of the pale horse visited two Almonte homes
this week and robbed each of a devoted wife and mother,
? And on Wednesday Agnes Jane Hastey, wife of Mr Edward
Moore, section foreman on the C.P.R. here, passed away,
after twelves days' illness from pneumonia. She was 39
years of age, and leaves four children to suffer the
irreparable loss of a faithful mother, The late Mrs Moore
was born in Ireland. Her mother is a resident of Carleton
Place. Both the deceased woman were members of the
Baptist congregation here, were well known and esteemed
in the circles in which they moved, and their untimely
removal has caused deep sorrow and a full measure of
sympathy. Mrs Moore's funeral will take place on Friday at 2
p.m., to the eighth line cemetery.

1898, Friday May 6
The Almonte Gazette page 4
DEATHS
At Almonte, May 4th, Agnes Jane Hastey, wife of Mr
Edward Moore, aged 39 years. 
Hastey, Agnes Jane (I11503)
 
1234 1898, Friday May 6, The Almonte Gazette page 4

?b?DEATHS?/b?
In Ramsay, May 4th, Walter Gardner, in his 73rd year. Funeral on Friday, 6th inst., at two o'clock p.m.

1898, Friday May 6, The Almonte Gazette front page

The Late Walter Gardner
After an illness of eighteen months from a complications of troubles, through able to go around up till two days before his death, Mr Walter Gardner, of the eighth line of Ramsay, died on Wednesday afternoon, in the 73rd year of his age, Mr Gardner was born on the farm on which he died, and lived it all his life, Mrs Gardner died a year or two ago. Of a family of six, five are living, namely: Thomas B., in New York State; Mrs James McDougall (Jessie), Almonte; Walter, at Vernon, B.C.; Mrs Alex Pretty (Mary), Hopetown; and William, on the homestead. Of a quiet and unostentatious disposition, deceased never sought public office of any kind. He was a successful farmer, strongly attached to his home. In religion he was a Presbyterian, and was for years one of the managers of the Blakeney congregation. In politics he was a pronounced Liberal. Mr Gardner was warmly esteemed as a kind-hearted friend and a good neighbour, and his death is deeply regretted. The funeral takes place on Friday at two o'clock p.m. 
Gardner, Walter (I11422)
 
1235 1898, Friday November 11, 1898, The Almonte Gazette front page

I?b?ncidents Around Town?/b?
? Last Friday Miss Tillie, the thirteen-year-old daughter of Mr John More, of the seventh line Ramsay, succumbed to an attack of scarlet fever, after a few day's illness, and the remains were interred in the eighth line cemetery, the same day, the disease being of a dangerous type, An elder brother of deceased, who was also dangerously ill, is reported much better. The sympathy of the neighbourhood is with the family in their affliction 
More, Charlotte Mathilda "TILLIE" (I36180)
 
1236 1898, Friday October 7, The Almonte Gazette, front page
A Respected Old Settler's Death
One by one the old settlers of this neighbourhood are passing away, and we are being reminded of the truth of the saying that, "the young may die, but the old must." Mr Gavin Lindsay, one of the oldest and most respected residents of this section, joined the silent majority last Monday at noon, in the 80th year of his age. He had been ill for a time ? a wearing out of the system. Deceased was a son of the late William Lindsay of Ramsay, and was born in the town of Wisha, Lanarkshire, Scotland, Nov 15, 1818. He came to Canada in 1820 with his parents, who were among the very first settlers in Ramsay. Some idea of the hardships endured by these old settlers in the "primeval forest," as far as regards travelling may be gathered from the fact the effects of the Lindsay family when they went to occupy their newly drawn land were conveyed thither on a raft from the foot of the fall at Almonte down the Mississippi to the farm Mr. Lindsay had selected, which is now owned by Mr. William Simpson. The hard work incident to early life in the bush must have been more than balanced by the simple life of the people, for most of them lived to a good old age. Gavin was the youngest of a family of seven, and the only surviving one is Mrs Pollock, of North Gower, aged 86. Two had reached the patriarchal age of over 90 at death, and all exceeded the allotted span. The deceased remained single until about eight years ago, when he married Elizabeth Cumming, widow of the late Edward Cumming, of Almonte. The late Mr. Lindsay in his early years was a farmer, having, like most youngest sons of the old settlers, succeeded to the homestead, on which he remained until twelve of fifteen years ago, when he retired from the active duties of farm life and moved into Almonte. For several years, in company with his brothers William and Alexander, he successfully ran the sawmill at White Lake Mr Lindsay, like all old Scotch settlers who settled in this county in the early twenties, was a great reader and a very intelligent man. He was exceedingly quiet and unostentatious, but was of the sterling kind of which the best citizens are made. He was a strong adherent of the Presbyterian church and a member of St. Andrew's congregation, Almonte. In politics he was a pronounced Liberal, and like most of the old Reformers of this county, was always able to give a reason for his political faith. His funeral, which took place on Wednesday afternoon, to the eighth line cemetery, was largely attended, Rev R.J. Hutchson, M.A., pastor of St. Andrew's officiated. Mrs Lindsay and the other relatives have the sympathy of a large circle of friends. 
Lindsay, Gavin (I8358)
 
1237 1899, Friday April 14, The Almonte Gazette page 8

DEATHS
At Almonte, April 12th, Olive May Cochrane, youngest daughter of Mr Robert Cochrane, aged 10 years and 11 months.

1899, Friday April 14, The Almonte Gazette front page

Called Home
After two months of almost continuous suffering Olive May Cochrane, youngest daughter of Mr Robert Cochrane, confectioner, passed away to the land where there is neither pain or sorrow on Tuesday morning, at the early age of ten years and eleven months. Early in the winter decease had an attack of grippe, but apparently recovered from that trouble. Two months ago she was vaccinated, and she became ill afterward, and remained so till her death, fever having followed, which for a time affected her brain. Meningitis developed about a week before her death. Miss Olive was a particularly bright and promising child, and her death is deeply regretted. The funeral took place today (Thursday) a 3 p.m., and was largely attended. We tender the bereaved family or sincere sympathy 
Cochran, Olive May (I35162)
 
1238 1899, Friday December 29 The Almonte Gazette page 12
THE LATE GILBERT CANNON
Death Carried off One Who or Over Sixty Years
Was a Familiar Figure in These Parts.
It was known for some time back the Mr. Gilbert Cannon was near the end of life's pilgrimage, yet when the announcement of his death was made on Monday last it was received with deep regret that one who was for so long a time prominent Almonter had gone the way of all flesh. A few months ago he went to Pembroke to live with his sister, Mrs A. Irving, and the heart affection from which he suffered brought his life to a close on Sunday at noon. He had gone three months beyond the allotted span of threescore-andten. The late Mr Cannon was born in Glasgow, Scotland, came to this part in 1835 ? sixty-four years ago ? and has been actively identified with the growth of Almonte and Ramsay nearly all those years. In his earlier years he was head clerk and book-keeper in the store of his brother-in-law Mr Thos. Leckie, who had a store at Leckie's Corners. and after the place was called. Later on Mr Cannon got interested in the woolen manufacturing and flouring industries, and for the last quarter-of-a-century or more was actively connected with some of our factories. He was one of the stockholders in the first paper started in Almonte ? the Examiner. That was in 1858. Mr Cannon was highly esteemed by a host of friends, and those with whom he came in business contact respected him as a man who was upright, honest and true in his dealings. He was a warm Conservative, and took a great interest in political matters. He was well educated, and might creditably have filled many public positions but for his exceedingly sensitive nature. Mr Cannon was connected with the old Free Kirk on the Eighth Line of Ramsay ? almost the last link between the old-time friends who held aloft the banner of the blue at the Disruption contest. Deceased mother, widow of the late Dr. Cannon, gave her barn for those to worship in who were locked out of the old stone church, and ever had an open house ready to receive the homeless Free Kirk clergymen on their journeys. Gilbert Cannon had a kind and genial manner and a cherry greeting for his friends at all times. The body was brought to Almonte by train on Wednesday. At the station many of our citizens took a last look at the familiar features prior to their being consigned to the tomb in the eighth line cemetery. 
Cannon, Gilbert (I12628)
 
1239 1899, Friday December 29, The Almonte Gazette page 8
DEATHS
At West Superior Wis., 21st December, John Dunlop (of Almonte), aged 64 years.

1899, Friday December 29, The Almonte Gazette front page

?b?Very Sudden Death Of a Well-known Almonter?/b?
?b?Mr John Dunlop?/b? Drops Dead in West Superior - Sketch of his life.
The people of Almonte were shocked last Thursday, when a telegram from West Superior, Wisconsin, announced the sad fact that Mr John Dunlop, sen, who had been on a visit to his daughter, Mrs Zeke Smith, in that city, had died suddenly that morning. Mr Dunlop had been suffering at times from heart affection for the past year or two. On the morning of his death he arose, as usual, before daylight, and kindled the fire. He then went to the foot of the stairs and called his youngest son, Thomas, to get up. Almost immediately after he had spoken Thomas heard a fall, and, hastily dressing, he ran down stairs and found his father lying on the floor, dead, and the floor on fire, the oil from the lamp having run out and ignited. Two doctors were on hand within five minutes, and both said life had gone out as soon as Mr Dunlop fell. At West Superior the remains were accompanied to the station by the Oddfellows of that city, and reached here on Sunday morning, accompanied by the members of the family resident in West Superior; and all the absent members of the family arrived in Almonte in time to be present at the funeral, which took place Christmas afternoon, from the family residence on Union street to the eighth line cemetery. It was under the auspices of the Oddfellows, and the procession from the house was headed by the Citizen's Brass Band playing the Dead March. The band attended voluntarily out of respect for Mr John Dunlop, at present a member of the band. In the absence of Rev R.J. Hutcheon of St Andrew's church, with which congregation the deceased and his family were connected, the funeral services at the house and at the grave were conducted by Rev A.E. Mitchell, of St John's. After the ordinary services at the grave the impressive service of the I.O.O.F. was read by the local N.G., Bro F. Young, and the chaplain, Bro P.C. McGregor. The eight sons of the deceased acted as pall-bearers, and it was remarked by many as a touching sight to see the eight stalwart young men lay the body of a loving father in its resting-place. The late John Dunlop was born on Castle Street in Paisley, Scotland, on Nov 23rd, 1835. When in his teens he was one of the first to join a body of Paisley young men known as the "Castle Street Callants." which still exists, with a membership of close on 1,000. On August 21st, 1856, he was united in marriage with Mary Rea, of Paisley. Mr and Mrs Dunlop and family came to Canada in 1870 and settled in Almonte. Mr Dunlop was first employed by the Rosamond Woolen Co. for about two years, and after that he entered the employment of the Baird Bros., with whom he was boss weaver and designer for twenty-two years ? till the mill closed up. He leaves behind him a widow, who was in his lifetime a genuine helpmeet, eight sons and two daughters. The children are as follows: John, who is at present overseer of the Merrickville woolen mill; Lizzie (Mrs Zeke Smith), of West Superior, Wis.; Robert, of Almonte; Walter, living in Duluth, Minnesota; James, in West Superior; Peter, in Marcellus, N.Y.; Andrew in Philadelphia; Maggie, at home; William, of Philadelphia, and Thomas of West Superior. deceased was an intelligent and an ardent Liberal in politics, and, though of a quiet disposition, was a genial citizen, respected by all who knew him, The members of Alpha Lodge, I.O.O.F., of which deceased was for twenty-four years a member, on their return from the grave passed a resolution of condolence with the widow and family. We join the community in tendering our heartfelt sympathy with the family in their sudden bereavement.

 
Dunlop, John Sr. (I11272)
 
1240 1899, Friday February 10, The Almonte Gazette page 4
DEATHS
In Ramsay, Feb 8th, Mary Turner, wife of Mr Steen McArthur, aged 48 years. Funeral on Friday at 2 p.m. 
Turner, Mary (I11190)
 
1241 1899, Friday February 24, The Almonte Gazette page 8
DEATH
At the residence of his son, Thos Cameron, St Paul, Minn., on February 20th, Mr Donald Cameron (formerly of Almonte), aged 74 years. The funeral will take place from the residence of Mr Jas McLeod, on Friday, 24th, inst., at 2 o'clock to the eighth line cemetery. 
Cameron, Donald (I33352)
 
1242 1899, Friday January 13, The Almonte Gazette front page

?b?Death of Mr W.G. Neilson, M.P.P.?/b?

A Busy and Useful Life Ended in its Prime

? Biographical Sketch ?
The Funeral a Splendid Tribute to a Popular Young Man
When the GAZETTE went to press last week Mr W.G. Neilson, of Calgary, member for North-East Kootenay in the British Columbia legislature, was lying at the residence of his brother, Mr John Neilson, 11th line Ramsay, Hopelessly ill from oedema of the lungs. He had returned with Mrs Neilson from Montreal on Tuesday, January 3rd, after being in bed for a week with grippe, and during the drive out into the country he caught cold. His condition became so alarming the on Thursday Dr Roddick, of Montreal, was summoned for consultation with the attending physicians. Dr R. arrived by the Soo train at 2:53 on Friday, but two hours earlier Mr Neilson succumbed, to the regret of a host of warm friends, not only here and in the far west, but wherever he was known. Although he had been a resident of the west for the past twelve years, the grief exhibited by the people of Almonte and around his old home in Ramsay at his untimely death was as great as if he had been a continuous resident of these parts. The late Mr Neilson was born in Ramsay in 1862, and was in his 37th year. After attending the Almonte high school for a number of years, he left home in 1881, at the age of 19, and for a year he was engaged as rodman in the engineering department of the construction of the Kingston & Pembroke railway. In the spring of 1882 he went to Winnipeg, and the quick and ready business turn which was one of his strongest characteristics soon secured him an important position ? that of having charge of the forwarding of supplies from Winnipeg to the end of the C.P.R. track. A letter about this time from Mr Burdick contractor, to the late Mr James Neilson (father of deceased), show the high esteem in which he was held by his employers. Mr B. congratulated Mr Neilson on having such a noble son, and says he has unlimited confidence in him and entrust him with all his business secrets. Later on Mr Neilson was given full charge of all the stores in the mountains, amounting at times in value to half-a-million dollars. Mr Neilson remained in the employ of the C.P.R. contractors until connection was made with the Pacific end of the line. In December, 1885, he came east and was married on January 13th, 1886, to Miss Jennie Anderson, of Prospect, Beckwith. In the spring of 1886 he went west again, and had charge of all the supplies, etc., for Ross & McDermott, contractors for the erection of snow-sheds on the C.P.R. line in the Selkirk Mountains. On the completion of this contract in December, Mr Neilson came east again, and took up house in Almonte, where he lived until the spring of 1887, when he received an appointment on the "International Railway of Maine," or what is sometimes called the C.P.R. short line. His work there, as in previous years, was at first connected with supply department, but he afterward had charge of the tracklaying on the Brownville Division. On the completion of the short line in December, 1888, Mr Neilson returned to Almonte, where he remained until the spring of 1889, when he was appointed secretary-treasurer and superintendent of the offices of the Columbia River Lumber Company, with headquarters at Beaver, British Columbia. He was also postmaster at Beaver, and justice of the peace. In 1891 he was appointed manager of the C.R. Lumber Company, with full charge of the whole business. This position he held at the time of his death, and during his term of management the business increased greatly. His employers, Messrs Ross & Mackenzie speak in the highest terms of Mr Neilson. At home, and among his old schoolmates and neighbours, Mr Neilson was always known as a bright, happy, manly, modest fellow ? one of the kind with a ring of the true metal; and as a business man his career was characterized by honesty, trustworthiness and more then ordinary business talent. That the people among whom his lot was cast were not unappreciative of his ability was shown by his election last June as the representative of one of the Kootenays in the legislature, and while here he was anxiously looking forward to his first session in that body, being ambitious to serve his constituents to advantage; but Providence ordained that he should never take his seat there, and he died the very day set apart for the opening of the new legislature, Another mournful reminder of "what shadows we are and what shadows we pursue." ....... The funeral took place on Sunday at 2 p.m. from the homestead in Ramsay to the eighth line cemetery. It was one of the largest ever seen in this neighbourhood, in spit of the disagreeable weather..........We join this whole community in tendering Mrs Neilson and family, the aged mother and the brothers and sisters of the deceased our deepest sympathy in the sad a sudden sorrow through which they have been called to pass. 
Neilson, William George M. P. P. (I8237)
 
1243 1899, Friday July 7, The Almonte Gazette page 8

?b?Mrs Daniel Bain?/b?
The widow of the late Daniel Bain, who passed peacefully to her reward on June 19th, at the residence of her son-in-law, Mr John Thompson, Lanark, at the good old age of 93, was born at Islay, Scotland, and with her parents sailed when quite young to Canada by the ship "Timberlaine," a voyage which took them almost eight weeks. They settled in Western Ontario, and from there she was married and moved with her husband to Ramsay, when the forest trees covered almost everything. They had many hardships to contend with in the early days, but they worked cheerfully on and built up for themselves a comfortable home, and lived to see the country around rise to prosperity. Seven children were born to them, five of whom are still living, Thirty-seven years ago death claimed her partner. She still remained with her youngest son at the old home when death also claimed him eight years ago. Then she spent the remaining years at her son-in-law's. Although 93 years of age her mind was remarkably bright. She was a friend and sympathizer among the sick, and her many kind acts will not easily be forgotten. The funeral was largely attended to the eighth line cemetery, where so many of Ramsay's earliest settlers are laid to rest. 
McPhail, Mary Jane (I41418)
 
1244 1899, Friday June 9, The Almonte Gazette page 4

?b?DEATHS?/b?
At Almonte, June 7th, Miss Isabella Gilmour, aged 78 years. Funeral Friday, at 2 p.m., from the residence of Mr James Townend to the Eighth Line Cemetery.

1899, Friday June 9, The Almonte Gazette front page

?b?The Week About Town?/b?
After two month's illness from dropsy Miss Isabella Gilmour died on Wednesday at Mr James Townend's residence, where she had been nurse off and on for years past. She was 73, and had lived long in these parts. Her nearest relative in her sister, Miss Janet Gilmour, also of this town. Both have been in indigent circumstances. 
Gilmour, Isabella (I42695)
 
1245 1899, Friday March 10, The Almonte Gazette page 4
?b?
DEATHS?/b?
At Almonte, March 5th, Mary Paterson, aged 43 years

1899, Friday March 10, The Almonte Gazette front page

?b?Very Sudden Death?/b?
The sudden death of Miss Mary Paterson last Monday, at the age of 43, was a shock to the community, as but few knew that she had been ailing. She returned home the end of last week from Lanark, where she had been visiting friends. On Sunday morning she prepared breakfast for the household, but after the meal was over she told her sister (Mrs Duncan Cram, with whom she resided) that she did not feel very well and would lie down for a while. It was a form of la grippe. Her trouble rapidly developed into an acute attack of pneumonia, which soon affected her heart, and on Monday at noon she passed away. Deceased was a daughter of the late John Paterson of Appleton. She was of a quiet and retiring disposition, but was highly respected by all who knew her. The funeral, which took place on Wednesday afternoon, to the eighth line cemetery, was largely attended. Rev R.J. Hutcheon, pastor of St Andrew's congregation, (of which Miss Paterson was a member) conducted the service. 
Paterson, Mary (I39794)
 
1246 1899, Friday May 26, The Almonte Gazette page 8
Mr James Black
Although the news of the accident from which Mr James Black suffered a couple of weeks ago had become pretty well known, and it was generally thought that owing to his great age the result would likely prove fatal, yet the announcement of his death came as a shock to his many friends and was received with feelings of sadness and a sense of loss. On Wednesday of last week Mr Black arose from his bed and went out and took a look around the house as though he felt it would be for the last time. On Friday afternoon he became unconscious, in which condition he remained until he quietly and calmly breathed his last shortly after three o'clock on Sunday morning. The late Mr Black was born in Glasgow in 1817, and when four years of age his father came to Canada and settled in the township of Ramsay on lot 21 on the 7th concession, on which farm he continued to reside until his death. After the death of his father James took his place, and remained on the same farm until about two years ago, when he went to live with his son Robert on the farm owned by the late Daniel Galbraith on the 5th line of Ramsay. Among those who came to Canada at the same time as Mr Black were Mr and Mrs James Johnston, and to them a daughter was born when on the way up the St Lawrence, who afterward became the wife of Mr James Black. To them were born eleven children, five of whom are still living. They are: Walter (7th line Ramsay), Margaret (Mrs A.W. Gilmour), Braeside), Wm H. (Almonte), Agnes (Mrs A.A. Steele), Ramsay), and Robert J. (with whom the father and mother have been living). Those dead are James, Ellen Gunnan, Charles H., Gilbert J., Jessie and Nellie. Mr Black was always an enterprising and progressive man, and took a keen interest in matters pertaining to the welfare of the township in which he lived. For eleven years he sat at the council ? ten years of that time as deputy-reeve ? and by his intelligence and good judgement aided materially in transacting the business of the township. He also took a lively interest in the North Lanark Agricultural Society, and was for many years an active member of the board of directors. In politics he was a Liberal, who always stood for what he conscientiously believed to be best. He was for many years a member of St Andrew's (Presbyterian) church, Almonte, and until increasing years and failing strength prevented was a regular attendant at the ordinances of that church. Mrs Black, who is in her 79th year, together with other relatives and friends (among whom is William, a brother of the late Mr Black, who is over 80 years of age), have the sincere sympathy of the entire community in their bereavement. The funeral, which took place on Tuesday afternoon to the eighth line cemetery, was very largely attended, notwithstanding that many mutual friends were in attendance at the funeral of the late John McArton, which took place at the same time. 
Black, James (I7642)
 
1247 1899, Friday September 15, The Almonte Gazette page 5

Middleville News
Another home circle was broken on Monday when the grim messenger of death summoned the spirit of Mrs. James Foster, of Galbraith, to leave this earthly tenement. Deceased was a daughter (Margaret) of the late James Scoular, and was born in the township of Lanark fifty years ago. She leaves a husband and three sons to mourn her loss. The funeral services were conducted at her home by Rev. W.S. Smith, and the funeral cortege then proceeded to the Middleville cemetery, where the earthly tabernacle was laid at rest. 
Scoular, Margaret Jane (I13059)
 
1248 1899, Friday September 29, The Almonte Gazette, page 4
DEATHS
At Almonte, September 25th, John McCarter, age 76 years.

1899, Friday September 29, The Almonte Gazette, page 8
Mr John McCarter Dead
An Honoured and Respected Citizen Gone to His Rest-
- One Whose Life and Influence was always on the Side of Right.
Almonte lost one of its oldest as well as one of its best and most useful citizen when the spirit of Mr John McCarter took its flight and passed over to join the great majority, about one o'clock last Monday. The late Mr McCarter was born in Brechin, Scotland, on April 10th, 1823, and was therefore in his 77th year at the time of his death. His earlier years were spent as a farm servant and in working at the blacksmith trade. With more than ordinarily good natural endowments and fired with the ambition that characterized the Scottish youth of his day, he later on attended the Brechin grammar school, and spent one session in Aberdeen University, having as his companion and classmate Professor Crocket, of Morin college, Quebec. In 1852 Mr McCarter came to Canada, and his lot was first cast in Ramsay. Shortly after his arrival, he secured a position as teacher in the Bennie's Corners school, where he taught with efficiency and success for thirteen years. In 1865 he was appointed head master of the Arnprior public school where he remained for four years, when he received the appointment of principal of the Almonte public schools, which position he filled with profit to his pupils an credit to himself for twenty-three years. In 1892 he resigned that position of his own free will, but although ceasing to have any connection as teacher with the schools, for the past seven years his interest in education did not in the least flag, and he has filled for several years past, the position of trustee. Shortly after coming to Canada Mr McCarter married Miss Agnes Young, eldest daughter of the late Peter Young, who has been, in the very highest sense, a true helpmate to him through all these years of hard labour and much anxiety. Their union was blessed with a family of six sons and five daughters, all but one of whom are still living, Mr McCarter's death being the first break in the family circle, with the exception of an infant. During his last illness he was tenderly cared for by a devoted wife and loving children. It was a great pleasure to deceased to receive a visit a few weeks ago from his son, William, who resides in Victoria, but who very regretfully was obliged to return to his business before the end came. Two other sons, Peter and Alexander, are in the Klondike, and much sympathy is felt for them because of their inability to be at home at the closing scene of their father's life. John, was here from Toronto some days ago, but business demands called him away to the coast about ten days ago. Robert is ill at Winnipeg and was unable to undertake the journey home. All the rest of the family were present at their father's deathbed. The deep anxiety felt by the people of Almonte and the surrounding country as to the probable issue of Mr McCarter's illness, the consequent inquiries about his health, and the oft-express desire that he might recover, testified to the high esteem in which the deceased was held in the community. It could not well be otherwise, for his life was always spent in the furtherance of everything that had a tendency to promote the material, moral and religious interests of the community. In politics he could scarcely be called a party politician, but nature and education made him a Liberal and he generally approved the course and policy of that party and voted accordingly. He was a devoted and active member of session of St John's (Presbyterian) church, and was for about thirty years superintendent of the Sabbath school as well as a faithful and ernest teacher, and to these duties he gave his time and his strength in sunshine and in rain. Of him it may truly be said, "he rests from his labours and his works do follow him." The funeral took place on Wednesday forenoon at ten o'clock and was attended by many ? some from Brockville, Carleton Place and other places ? who desired to do honour to the memory of one whom in life they had learned to respect. The pallbearers were six brothers of Mrs McCarter ? Messrs William, Peter, John, Steen, Robert and Andrew Young, Rev A.E. Mitchell conducted the services at the home and grave, and so appropriate was his address at the house to the occasion and the subject that we give it below: There are times in one experiences when he would feign bow his head and in silence mingle his tears with those who mourn. Such is my experience today. Not that there is not plenty one would like to say, for there is much one could speak about with truth and profit. It is rather the feeling that comes when there is the consciousness that that one to whom you looked for counsel, and with whom you held sweet intercourse so many time in things spiritual, and whose strong hand held you up so often, is now lying in the cold embrace of death. His life work is accomplished, his mission is performed, his race is run. We would gladly have kept him with us longer, but God willed it otherwise. "The Lord gave and the Lord hath taken away; blessed be the name of the Lord." We are comforted today with the thought that we need not sorrow as those who have no hope. He who has fallen asleep in Christ is not to be lamented. He has lost nothing. He has gone to be with Christ, which is far better. "Wherefore comfort one another with these words." Jesus knew the terrible sorrow of bereavement. He had stood by the beside of Jarius' daughter, by the young man's bier at Nain, by the tomb of Lazarus. He knew how unreasonable it was, how subtle, how passionate. He knew the dead weight at the heart which never passes away, and the sudden rush of feeling which overpowers the strongest; and that all this sorrow might not rest upon His church unrelieved. He lifted the curtain that we might see with our own eyes the strong consolation beyond. "Those who remain will be caught up in company with those who are gone to meet Him, and all who believe in Him shall dwell with Him forever." In the midst of our sorrow there are two things especially for which we are thankful and which bring us comfort. These are his life and death. We are not going to eulogize ? that would be far from his own wishes ? but we are justified in referring to his life as one of simplicity. He lived as one who believed the life was more than meat, the body than raiment. He realized he was not a body with a soul in its possession, but a soul with a body for its habitation. He had found his soul. The glitter and glare of this world had no attraction for him. The sham was easily detected and the reality of things discovered ad valued. He was a life of devotion to what he believed to be his duty. We admired his devotion to duty. Time was to him one of God's most precious gifts. There were few idle minutes in his life. His intellect was stored with useful knowledge, knowledge which he gained for the most part from a wise and judicious use of spare moments. It was a real luxury to him to read a good book, nor did he ever leave it until he had mastered its contents and made them his own. When satisfied he ought to do a thing, he did it if within his power. Nor was he easily discouraged. Amid difficulties he was faithful to the trusts committed to him. Is there any finer quality we can manifest than faithfulness? Does God expect anything more of us? Is any richer reward than the crown of life promised to all who are faithful? To one who had lived such a life we would look for only one kind of death. As he lived he died. Unshrinkingly he passed beyond our horizon, beyond the reach of human arm or help, but he leaves behind him the memory of a useful, loving life, coupled with a peaceful triumphant death. He passed away in the sure and certain hope of a glorious resurrection. The secret of this life was the secret of his death, so calm and peaceful. It was Christ found within him the hope of glory in his immediate circle, but in the congregation with which he has so long been identified, in the session, in the Sabbath school over which he presided so many years with efficiency, but we shall not forget him. When it can be said "To me to live is Christ" it will also be said "to me to die is gain." In his grave we place the flowers of memory; on his grave we lay the flowers of love; above his grave we put the star of hope, as we say father, husband, brother, friend,
good-bye. Good-bye for a little while, for
"We are only waiting till the shadows are a little longer grown,
Only waiting till the glimmer of the last day's beam has flown,
Then, from out their gathered darkness, holy deathless stars shall rise,
By whose light our souls shall gladly tread their pathway to the skies." 
McCarter, John (I22900)
 
1249 1900 District 0058, Lawrence, Douglas County, KS US Federal Census
Line 4, Naismith, James, Head of Household, white, male, Nov 1861, 38 yrs, married 5 yrs, birthplace - Canada, father's birthplace-Scotland, mother's birthplace-Scotland, occupation- Professor, University, can read, write, and speak English, rent home,
Line 5, -----, Maude C, wife, white, female, Sept 1871, 29 yrs, married 5 yrs, 2 children, 2 alive, birthplace-MA, father's birthplace-RI; mother's birthplace-CT, can read, write, and speak English,
Line 6, -----, Margaret M., daughter, white, female, July 1895, 4 yrs, single, birthplace-MA, father's birthplace-Canada, mother's birthplace-MA,
Line 7, ----- Helflen C, daughter, white, female, Dec 1897, 2 yrs, single, birthplace-CO, father's birthplace-Canada, mother's birthplace-MA,
Line 8, Sherman, Caroline M, mother-in-law, white, female, Oct 1828, 71 yrs, widowed, 1 child, 1 alive, birthplace - CT, father & mother's birthplace-CT, can read, write, and speak English,
 
Naismith, Margaret M. (I20207)
 
1250 1900 District 0058, Lawrence, Douglas County, KS US Federal Census
Line 4, Naismith, James, Head of Household, white, male, Nov 1861, 38 yrs, married 5 yrs, birthplace - Canada, father's birthplace-Scotland, mother's birthplace-Scotland, occupation- Professor, University, can read, write, and speak English, rent home,
Line 5, -----, Maude C, wife, white, female, Sept 1871, 29 yrs, married 5 yrs, 2 children, 2 alive, birthplace-MA, father's birthplace-RI; mother's birthplace-CT, can read, write, and speak English,
Line 6, -----, Margaret M., daughter, white, female, July 1895, 4 yrs, single, birthplace-MA, father's birthplace-Canada, mother's birthplace-MA,
Line 7, ----- Helflen C, daughter, white, female, Dec 1897, 2 yrs, single, birthplace-CO, father's birthplace-Canada, mother's birthplace-MA,
Line 8, Sherman, Caroline M, mother-in-law, white, female, Oct 1828, 71 yrs, widowed, 1 child, 1 alive, birthplace - CT, father & mother's birthplace-CT, can read, write, and speak English, 
Naismith, Margaret M. (I20207)
 

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