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| 1401 | 1913, Friday April 18 The Almonte Gazette front page Obit. ? Miss Margaret Edith Dunlop Gemmill Early last winter Lieut.-Col. Gemmill accompanied his younger daughter, Margaret Edith Dunlop, to California, in the hope that the change would be beneficial to her health. Unfortunately it was not, and on Friday of last week, April 11th, she passed away in the Hotel Virginia, at Long Beach, Cal., where she was stopping with her sister, Winnifred. Arrangements were made for bring the body east for burial, and on Wednesday evening Lieut.-Col. Gemmill, Miss Gemmill and Mrs .A. Gemmill of Ottawa reached Almonte with the remains, and were met at the station by a number of friends. The body was taken to the home of Mrs M. Patterson, whence the funeral will take place on Friday afternoon at 3 o'clock to St. Andrew's church where service will be held, and afterward interment will be made in the family plot at the Eighth Line cemetery. Much sympathy is felt for the family, and especially for Mr Gemmill, upon whom the bereavement fall with added weight because of the camaraderie which exited between him and his daughter. | Gemmill, Margaret Edith (I12637)
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| 1402 | 1913, Friday April 25, The Almonte Gazette front page Mrs R.V. Anderson's Sudden Death The friends of Mrs R.V. Anderson were very much surprised on Tuesday morning when it was learned that she was so seriously ill that no hopes were held out for her recovery, and this was followed by the announcement of her death early that evening. Delta Dickson was the second daughter of Mrs J.R. Ritchie and was only in her twenty-sixth year. A few years ago she was married to Mr Robt V. Anderson, who with two little children is left to mourn. She is also survived by her mother, five brothers and one sister - James and Ernie in Saskatoon; George, in Edmonton; Gordon and Sam and Mrs Walter James, of town. The funeral took place this Thursday afternoon from her mother's residence on Water street to the Eighth Line cemetery. | Ritchie, Delta Dickson (I24692)
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| 1403 | 1913, Friday August 8, The Almonte Gazette page 4 Weymss Ballantine Mr Wemyss Ballantine passed away on Wednesday morning, at the age of 83 years. Born in Howick, Roxburyshire, Scotland, he came to Canada in 1882, and with the exception of a few years spent in Appleton, he has been a continuous resident of Almonte. Fifty-nine years ago he was married in Scotland, and is survived by his wife and several of the family. Four sons and four daughters were born to them, six of whom are living. The sons were Messrs Thos., John, Wemyss and Matthew, and daughters, Agnes (Mrs Wilson, who with her husband was here about twenty years ago); Margaret (Mrs Blackwood) in Almonte; Joan (Mrs Dunfield), and Helen, who died in infancy. About nine years ago Mr and Mrs Ballantine celebrated the fiftieth anniversary of their marriage. Mr Ballantine had enjoyed good health until a few years ago when the weight of years began to tell upon him, but about a month ago he was taken ill, and though able to move around until a week before his death he was gradually weakening, until the end came. He was a spinner and for years was employed in the Rosamond Co's. mill. About twenty-one years ago he bought the home in which he lived, and enjoyed spending his time in the garden, of which he was always proud, and not without reason, for he was quite an expert gardener. The funeral took place this Thursday afternoon to the Eighth Line cemetery, Rev S.G. Brown officiating. 1913, Friday August 15, The Almonte Gazette front page Mr Ballentine's Funeral The funeral of the late Wemyss Ballentine on Thursday last was attended by a large number of friends and citizens. Among these were Mr Ballentine's four sons, his son-in-law, Mr S. Dunfield, and Mr Thos Chambers, Mr E.N Leyden and his daughter, Mrs Craig, from Ottawa. The pallbearers were the four sons, the son-in-law and Mr Jas Jardine, an old friend of the family. Mr E.N. Leyden and Mr Ballentine were playmates in Scotland, and were close friends for thirty years after coming to Almonte, and unusual experience in the many shifts that take place in life. Another remarkable thing is that Mrs Ballentine's father was born in 1795, and their two lives have so far covered one hundred and eighteen years. | Ballantyne, Wemyss (I30158)
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| 1404 | 1913, Friday December 7, The Almonte Gazette front page A "Mother in Israel" Called After a prolonged but painless illness due to her great age Miss Agnes Paul died on Wednesday morning at the home of her nephew here, Mr Joseph Paul. Miss Paul was a daughter of the late William Paul, one of Ramsay's pioneer, and was born on the homestead on the 7th line of that township over 86 years ago. She lived in Ramsay and Almonte all her life except a few years spent with her sister (the late Mrs Lawrence Naismith) in California, and is spoken of as a model friend and neighbour, esteemed for the Christian graces that adorned her life, and especially her constant sacrifice for others. She was a Presbyterian, an active church worker while her strength remained. Her faith was firm and abiding, and she longed far the call to join the innumerable host. To those who knew her well her passing leaves a pleasant glow behind ? like an autumn sunset. Of the family of ten of her generation but one survives ? Mr Robert Paul, of Clayton. Interment takes place Friday afternoon in the Eighth Line cemetery. | Paul, Agnes (I8529)
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| 1405 | 1913, Friday February 7, The Almonte Gazette front page ?b?Mr Arthur McIntyre Sudden Call?/b? On Monday of last week Mr Arthur McIntyre of Ramsay was at the Telephone Co's. meeting, one of the interested shareholders; on Wednesday he was taken ill, and on Monday of this week he passed away from heart failure. His mother was a sister of the Langs ? James, Alex , and others. He was born on the farm on the 7th line of Ramsay, upon which he spent his entire life of 62 years. His wife died two years ago, but two daughters, Frances and Amelia aged 19 and 16 years respectively, are still living. There are also two sisters, Mrs J. Dunlop of Pakenham and Mrs Publow of Pilot Mound, Man. The funeral took place on Wednesday to the eighth line cemetery, and was a fitting tribute to the memory of one of the most respected citizens Ramsay township has ever lost. Quiet and retiring in disposition, yet he was possessed of a warm heart, a sterling character, and a reputation for honesty and probity that was an open sesame to all doors whether as a friend, a neighbour or advisor. He was a member of St. Andrew's church, Carleton Place, and the pastor Rev Mr Monds, officiated at the funeral. | McIntyre, Arthur Lang (I20045)
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| 1406 | 1913, Friday January 31, The Almonte Gazette page 3 Clayton News The funeral of the late Mrs. Enoch Giles, sr., 2nd line Ramsay, took place this Wednesday. | Manson, Margaret (I27887)
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| 1407 | 1913, Friday May 16, The Almonte Gazette front page Mr Chas A.R. Dulmage A telegram to Mr John Dulmage, received on Wednesday evening, contained the announcement of the death of his son, Mr Chas A.R. Dulmage, which took place on Wednesday, at Bakersfield, Cal. Mr Dulmage had been greatly troubled with rheumatism for some time, and last February he went to California in the hope of being benefitted by the change. As a result of the treatment received and the effect of the climate he was gradually recovering, and was looking forward to return to Alberta in the near future, Only last week the most cheering word was received, but he was suddenly seized with pneumonia on Sunday, and Monday word came telling of his dangerous condition, which followed by the announcement of his death. The late Mr Dulmage was the only son of Mr and Mrs John Dulmage, and was born in Almonte thirty-seven years ago. He passed through the schools here, and after graduation from the high school her and the university at Kingston, he took up the study of law. On being called up to the Bar he entered into business with his uncle, the late Richard Dulmage, at Arnprior, and after his death he continued the practice there. About six years ago he was married to Miss Ida White, daughter of Mr T.R. White of Almonte, and to them two children were born, only the younger of whom, Gerald, aged four years is now living. After his marriage Mr Dulmage built for himself a fine home, elegantly finished and fitted in the most up-to-date manner. This he afterward sold, and erected a second home more to his liking. While in Arnprior, he made many friends, both because of professional and personal contact, and the expressions of sympathy and condolence received by his parents here testify to the extent and genuineness of the esteem in which he was held. Mrs Dulmage was with her husband, and ministered to him through his illness. The remains will be brought to Almonte for interment, but the date of the funeral has not yet been fixed. Much sympathy is felt for all concerned in the sad bereavement. 1913, Friday May 23, The Almonte Gazette front page Funeral of Mr Dulmage Mrs C.A.R. Dulmage is coming east with the remains of her late husband and expects to reach Arnprior on Friday morning's Imperial Limited, as she is coming by way of Vancouver and Winnipeg. The funeral will take place at Arnprior on Saturday afternoon at 2.30 o'clock, and interment will be made in the family plot in the Arnprior cemetery. The Mason, of the order Mr Dulmage was a member, will attend the funeral in a body. | Dulmage, Charles Alpheus Richard (I26792)
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| 1408 | 1913, Friday May 30, The Almonte Gazette front page ?b?Mrs James H. Wylie?/b? The death occurred on Saturday, May 24th, at Burnside, Almonte, of Rebecca Lauderdale Maitland, widow of the late James Hamilton Wylie who passed peacefully away after an illness of about three weeks. The late Mrs Wylie was the third daughter of the late Captain James Maitland of Kilmarnock. She was educated in Scotland, returning to Canada in 1854. She was married two years later and came to Almonte, where she has resided ever since. Mr and Mrs Wylie celebrated their golden wedding in 1906, surrounded by the unbroken circle of their children. The late James Hamilton Wylie died in 1907 and his widow continued to live at "Burnside", so long and so widely famed for its old fashioned hospitality. Mrs Wylie contracted pneumonia about a year ago from which she never fully recovered, and which doubtless hastened her end. During her long life she endeared herself to a wide circle of friends and acquaintances by her unfailing Christian gentleness and goodness. Her death removes the last of that generation of Wylies who settled in Ramsay in 1827. She leaves surviving her three sons and four daughters. The funeral took place on Monday, May 26th, the services being conducted by the Rev S.G. Brown of the Presbyterian church assisted by the Rev Orr Bennet of Ottawa. The pallbearers were the three sons of the deceased, John B., James W., and Alex C. Wylie and the three sons-in-law, W.H. Wylie, the Rev Orr Bennet and Colonel W.A. Logie. | Maitland, Rebecca Lauderdale (I41520)
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| 1409 | 1913, Friday November 14, The Almonte Gazette front page ?b?Mr Robert Watchorn Dies Suddenly?/b? There was a sad ending to Mr Robert Watchorn's visit to his mother at the old homestead on the Bellamy Road in Pakenham township. He had been working in Ottawa, but came home, and when on a visit to his mother a couple of weeks ago he was taken seriously ill with appendicitis. Dr Webster of Ottawa was called in and on Thursday of last week performed an operation that was successful in removing the trouble and Mr Watchorn was apparently progressing so favourably that both the doctor and the nurse were looking for a early recovery. But there was a sudden weakening of the heart, and though restoratives were immediately applied he was soon beyond all human help and in a few minutes had passed away. The deceased, who was in his 52nd year, was born at the home where he died. In young manhood he was married to Elizabeth Miller, a daughter of the late John Miller, and to them four daughters were born, and the death of the father is the first break in the family circle thus formed. The girls are Lena May, Roberta Irene, Gertrude Elizabeth (Mrs Ryerson Miller of Almonte), and Pearl Susan (Mrs H.H. Blair of Toronto) Besides his wife and daughters of deceased, his mother, two brothers and eight sisters are also left to mourn. Thomas is on the homestead; Mrs Martin Jones is a near neighbour; William, Mrs John Hamilton and Mrs John Allison are at Waba; Mrs H. Stanley at Cedar Hill; Mrs Parker at White Lake; Mrs John Howard at Smiths Falls; Mr I. Willoughby and Miss Letitia at Winnipeg. The funeral took place this Thursday afternoon at 1.30 p.m. from his late residence, Euphemia St., to the Eighth Line Cemetery, attended by many friends desirous of thus showing in a practical way their sympathy for the bereaved ones in the sorrow that has come to them. | Watchhorn, Robert (I9865)
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| 1410 | 1913, Friday November 28, The Almonte Gazette, front page Mrs John Lang Passes Away At nine o'clock this Thursday morning the spirit of Mrs John Lang took its flight back to Him who gave it. She was born in Ramsay, on the eighth line, was a daughter of the late James Gilmour, and was 88 years of age. Her father was one of the Scotch settlers who came to this section in 1821 and he settled on lot 13 in the 7th concession of Ramsay, but afterwards removed to Western Ontario, settling in Stanley township in the county of Huron, where he bought a farm, and spent the balance of his life. Mrs Lang however returned to this section when about 18 years of age, and in 1855 she was married to Mr John Lang, the marriage taking place in the old stone church on the eighth line. They live on Almonte for a while, where Mr Lang was operating a sawmill on the present site of the electric light station. Later they went to Bruce Co. but returned to Almonte after seven years, in 1870, and afterwards lived on the farm by the riverside, which has since been the family home. Of the family born to them three are still living. These are Mrs Throop of Ottawa, Henry at home, Dr A.A.J. Lang at Sanborn, N.D., Amelia, Lavina and Robert are dead, as well as Mr Lang, who died in 1895. Mrs Lang was one of the oldest, if not the very oldest resident in these parts, and had lived to see the country changed from a dense unbroken forest to its present condition of wide spreading farms and comfortable homes. She endured her share of the toil and hardship of the pioneer days, an could talk most interestingly of the early days and their hard experiences of recent months which necessitated treatment at the hospital last winter, she retained her faculties to a wonderful degree until about three weeks ago, since when she has gradually weakened until death came this morning. The funeral takes place on Saturday at 2.30 pm., to the eighth line cemetery. | Gilmour, Margaret (I23822)
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| 1411 | 1913, Friday October 10, The Almonte Gazette front page ?b?Mr Jas. Brunton Drowned?/b? A sad drowning accident occurred on Saturday about mid-day, by which Mr Jas Brunton lost his life. He was out on the river in a boat fishing and has anchored on the opposite side from his home. When last seen alive he was leaning forward in the boat, and a little later he had disappeared. An alarm was given by a couple of men who were walking up the shore, and the body was found near the boat, in about six feet of water. Mr Brunton was subject to weak spells, and it is supposed that he had been overtaken by one of these, and fell from the boat. The funeral took place on Monday afternoon to the eighth line cemetery, and was attended by a large number of sympathetic friends. The late Mr Brunton who was 66 years of age, was born in Scotland, but had been living in Canada for a number of years, a majority of which were spent in Almonte, where he worked as a stone mason, until failing health compelled his retirement. He was married some years ago to Miss Marion Aikenhead, and they lived in their comfortable home on the river bank. There was no family, but Mrs Brunton is left to mourn the sad death of her husband, and in her loneliness she has the sympathy of many friends | Brunton, James (I42611)
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| 1412 | 1913-1915 - Badger, MB and Cartwright, MB 1915 Holmfield, MB worked at Harrison's Milling and Grain Co. and did barbering Moved to the Dave Duncan farm Also lived on the Macklem farm and their grandmother McMillan's farm 1934 - Cartwright - trucking business, fire chief and town constable Oddfellow Talented musician ?b?Woodridge?/b? is located on the ?u?Ontario ?/u?side of the ?u?Ottawa River?/u? about a mile upstream from the ?u?Quyon Ferry?/u?. Its name was changed from Whetstone Point in 1898. | Wray, Lee Roy (I3461)
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| 1413 | 1914, Friday December 11, The Almonte Gazatte?b? Mrs. Robert Bryson?/b? Mr Jas Wilson of Appleton and Mr Jas Carswell of Dunraven, Quebec, nephewsof the late Mrs Bryson, were in town on Monday making arrangements for her funeral and on Tuesday her remains were brought to Almonte by two other nephews, Messrs Allan and James Carswell, and were laid beside those of her husband, in the eighth line cemetery, the funeral taking place from the C.P.R. station on the arrival of the morning train from Ottawa. The late Mrs Bryson, whose maiden name was Janet Carswell, was born in Paisley, Scotland and came to Canada when she was fifteen years of age.. Her father settled in the township of Huntley, and there she had her home until she was married to Mr Robt Bryson about sixty-six years ago, when she came with him to Ramsay and lived for many years on the farm on the eleventh line now owned by Mr John Neilson. Mr and Mrs Bryson had no family, but an adopted daughter lived with them until she was married to Mr Thomas Bamford, then a resident of Almonte. As the years passed, Mr and Mrs Bryson prospered, and a number of years ago they moved to Almonte, where they enjoyed respite from their labours. Mr Bryson died fourteen years ago, Mrs Bryson continued a resident of Almonte until about four years ago, when she went to the Rosamond Memorial Hospital, but afterwards moved to the Perley Home at Ottawa, but for the past two years she was with her nephew, Mr Allan Carswell, at Campbell's Bay. Here she enjoyed good health, notwithstanding she was in her 89th year, until six weeks ago she was stricken with paralysis, but was recovering when there was a recurrence of the trouble and she passed away on Saturday morning. the late Mrs Bryson was a bright woman and was possessed of a memory that was almost encyclopaedic in its ability to retain an accurate record of passing events, more especially insofar as dates were concerned. As a consequence, she was a most interesting conversationalist and time spent in her company was both interesting and educative. On more than one occasion the Gazatte was indebted to her for the verification of dates and facts not otherwise attainable. She saw many changes take place in her 74 years in Canada, and in the early days had her share in the transforming of the almost unbroken forest into fields of various products. Deceased leaves one brother, Mr George Carswell of Calumet Island. The late Mrs Bryson was a sister-in-law of the late Hon George Bryson of Fort Coulonge. | Carswell, Janet (I8407)
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| 1414 | 1914, Friday January 16, The Almonte Gazette, front page The Late William Young In the last week's Gazette mention was made of the death of Mr Wm Young, of the 10th line of Ramsay, he having passed away on Thursday morning January 5th, at the advanced age of 87 years. The late Mr Young was born in 1827 at Brae Head, in the parish of Kilbride, Scotland. He was a son of the late Robt. Young, who came to Canada in 1832, and who afterward settled upon the farm latterly owned by Mr P.J. Young, on the 9th line. Here Mr Wm Young lived until 1857, when he was married to Miss Marion Nicholson, a daughter of the late Alex. Nicholson of Ramsay, and went to the farm, "Brae Head," upon which he spent the balance of his life. A family of nine children, seven sons and two daughters, were born to them, the only break in the family being the death of Dr. John Young, who died suddenly at Smiths Falls, on Jan. 17th, 1901. The others are Robert W., on the homestead, Alex N., in Ottawa; William M., in Detroit, Mich,; Rev Stephen, at Lanigan Sask.; Peter A., at Crystal City, Man.; Rev Henry at Seven Person, Alta.; George at home; Jessie (Mrs T.G. Wilson), Arnprior, and Annie (Mrs P.Y. Sutherland), in Ramsay. Mrs Young is also living, and is over eighty years, and is more bright and active than many people ten or fifteen years her junior. Of the late Mr Young brothers and sisters there are still living, Mr John Young, of Almonte; Rev Stephen Young, of Clifford; Mr P.J. Young, of Almonte; Mrs Foster, at Casselman, and Mrs Robt. Buckham of Ottawa, Mrs Toshack and Mrs G. Buckham are dead. The funeral took place on Saturday afternoon, and had it not been for the extremely inclement weather, it would have been one of the largest if not the very largest, ever seen in Ramsay township. As it was, the cortege was almost a mile long and was a splendid tribute to the memory of the deceased. The services at the home and at the cemetery were conducted by Rev S.G. Brown. The pallbearers were fellow-members of the session -- Messrs. A.M. Greig, R. Young (Ottawa), D. Stewart, Angus Sutherland, J.D. Robertson and Jas McLeod. Friends from a distance who attended the funeral were Mr Wm Young, of Detroit, Rev Stephen Young from Clifford, Ont., Messrs Alex N. Young and Robt. Young of Ottawa, Messrs John and Wm Young and Mrs Andrew Young, Mr and Mrs T.G. Wilson and Mr and Mrs W. Cavers from Arnprior, and Mr Geo Buckham from Torbolton. The late Mr Young was of a very quiet disposition, and was a man of few words. He was a man of strong convictions, and when he had taken a position regarding any question of right or wrong he was always found on what he believed to be the right side, and it required a strong argument to induce him to change his decision. While attending the services in the Free church at the eighth line he was ordained an elder of that congregation during the pastorate of the late Rev Wm McKenzie, and when the congregation removed to St John's church, about 1867, he was retained in that position, which he held until his death. After the death of Mr Watson several months ago, Mr and Mrs Young were the oldest couple living, of those who were among the earliest members of St John's church. Mr Young was for about twenty years superintendent of what was known as the Green Bush Sunday school, retaining the position until, in Rev Knowles' time, it was removed to Blakeney. A good neighbour, a kind friend, a ready sympathizer and willing helper in trouble, his passing has removed another of the fast-disappearing links which has bound the present with the past, and in the passing of whom there is distinct loss to the community. | Young, William (I19345)
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| 1415 | 1914, Friday January 23, The Almonte Gazette front page LOCAL NEWS Mrs Crow, a daughter of Mr David Wilson, underwent a very serious operation at the R.M. hospital on Wednesday, and though her condition is still most critical, she was progressing quite favourably, and with good prospects for recovery. 1914, Friday January 30, The Almonte Gazette page 4 Card of Thanks Mr and Mrs D. Wilson and Mr A. Crow desire to thank the many friends and neighbours for the kindness and sympathy extended to them during the illness and death of the late Mrs Crow. and especially to express their appreciation of the treatment accorded to her by the superintendent and nurses of the R.M. Hospital. | Wilson, Mary Ellen (I39968)
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| 1416 | 1914, Friday January 9, The Almonte Gazette page 4 ?b?Two Deaths in One Family?/b? Two deaths in one family within a few days of each other is unusual but such occurred during the past week, one here on Thursday of last week, and the other in Ottawa on Sunday. Mr John Kinnaird was taken ill about six weeks ago, and had to give up work, but with the hope that a rest would again fit him for resuming his duties. This hope was not realized, and on Thursday last he passed away, at the age of 54 years. The funeral took place on Saturday, to the eighth line cemetery, where the remains were laid in the vault. Two sisters of Mr Kinnaird live in Ottawa, one of whom, Mrs Adams, came up to see him a few days before his death, but was unable through illness, to attend the funeral. The other sister, Mrs John N. Hamilton, who was also in poor health came up to the funeral, and returned home on Saturday, but on Monday morning a telegram came to the friends here that she was seriously ill at St Luke's hospital. Mrs Kinnaird at once decided to go down, but within half-an-hour a second telegram was received announcing her death, peritonitis being the cause. An operation was to have been performed but before that could be arranged for, she had passed away. The body was brought to Almonte on Wednesday morning, the funeral taking place from the C.P.R. station to the eighth line cemetery, where the remains were placed in the vault. Mrs John Kinnaird of town and Mrs John Sutherland of Union Hall, who went to Ottawa to bring up the body were accompanied by Mr Duncan Hamilton on the sad return trip. Messrs T.H. and Wm G. Hamilton also came down from Pembroke to attend the funeral. The late Mr Kinnaird and his sister, Mrs Hamilton, were born in Kitley township, and came to Almonte about forty years ago, both having their homes here until Mrs Hamilton went to Ottawa about eight years or so ago. Mrs Hamilton, whose maiden name was Annie Kinnaird, was married to Mr John N. Hamilton of Ramsay, son of the late Gavin Hamilton, about twenty-two years ago, and at her husband's death four or five years later, was left with two little daughters, both of whom have now grown to young womanhood and have good positions in Ottawa. Mr John Kinnaird was married to Miss Agnes Simpson twenty years ago, and she is left to mourn her loss alone. Mr Kinnaird was the only son of a family of nine children, all of whom have passed away but the eldest, Mrs Adams, of Ottawa. The late Mr Kinnaird was a man of very quiet habits, and found his enjoyment in his home. He was very fond of music and for quite a number of years his voice was a prominent one in the choir which led the praise service in St Andrew church. He was a machinist by trade and had been in the employ of the Rosamond Woolen Co of considerably more than half of his lifetime, where he was a faithful worker and an efficient work man. | Kinnaird, John (I37109)
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| 1417 | 1914, Friday January 9, The Almonte Gazette page 4 Two Deaths in One Family Two deaths in one family within a few days of each other is unusual but such occurred during the past week, one here on Thursday of last week, and the other in Ottawa on Sunday. Mr John Kinnaird was taken ill about six weeks ago, and had to give up work, but with the hope that a rest would again fit him for resuming his duties. This hope was not realized, and on Thursday last he passed away, at the age of 54 years. The funeral took place on Saturday, to the eighth line cemetery, where the remains were laid in the vault. Two sisters of Mr Kinnaird live in Ottawa, one of whom, Mrs Adams, came up to see him a few days before his death, but was unable through illness, to attend the funeral. The other sister, Mrs John N. Hamilton, who was also in poor health came up to the funeral, and returned home on Saturday, but on Monday morning a telegram came to the friends here that she was seriously ill at St Luke's hospital. Mrs Kinnaird at once decided to go down, but within half-an-hour a second telegram was received announcing her death, peritonitis being the cause. An operation was to have been performed but before that could be arranged for, she had passed away. The body was brought to Almonte on Wednesday morning, the funeral taking place from the C.P.R. station to the eighth line cemetery, where the remains were placed in the vault. Mrs John Kinnaird of town and Mrs John Sutherland of Union Hall, who went to Ottawa to bring up the body were accompanied by Mr Duncan Hamilton on the sad return trip. Messrs T.H. and Wm G. Hamilton also came down from Pembroke to attend the funeral. The late Mr Kinnaird and his sister, Mrs Hamilton, were born in Kitley township, and came to Almonte about forty years ago, both having their homes here until Mrs Hamilton went to Ottawa about eight years or so ago. Mrs Hamilton, whose maiden name was Annie Kinnaird, was married to Mr John N. Hamilton of Ramsay, son of the late Gavin Hamilton, about twenty-two years ago, and at her husband's death four or five years later, was left with two little daughters, both of whom have now grown to young womanhood and have good positions in Ottawa. Mr John Kinnaird was married to Miss Agnes Simpson twenty years ago, and she is left to mourn her loss alone. Mr Kinnaird was the only son of a family of nine children, all of whom have passed away but the eldest, Mrs Adams, of Ottawa. The late Mr Kinnaird was a man of very quiet habits, and found his enjoyment in his home. He was very fond of music and for quite a number of years his voice was a prominent one in the choir which led the praise service in St Andrew church. He was a machinist by trade and had been in the employ of the Rosamond Woolen Co of considerably more than half of his lifetime, where he was a faithful worker and an efficient work man. | Kinnaird, Annie (I19752)
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| 1418 | 1914, Friday July 17, The Almonte Gazette front page Mr Peter Naismith After an illness of several months Mr Peter Naismith of Ramsay passed away on Tuesday, July 14th, at half-past four in the morning. Mr Naismith was the fourth son of the late Peter Naismith of the 6th line of Ramsay, in which township he was born on May 19th, 1842. He was married to Miss Catherine Gilmour, as daughter of the late Wm Gilmour, in 1867. To them were born eleven children, three daughters and eight sons, all of whom are still living. Of these, Peter, jr., Margaret, Jean and Albert are at home; William is at Denver, Col.; Jessie (Mrs Wm. Steele) at Claysmore, Alta; Lawrence at Moose Jaw, Sask; Welland of San Francisco, Cal.; Robert of Calgary; John of Edmonton; and James M. of Heward, Sask. The late Mr Naismith was a brother to Mrs Neil McArthur, Mrs Jean Paul, Mrs David Moir and Messrs. Lawrence, Robert, Allan, and of the late John and James Naismith. The late Mr Naismith was a member of Court Excelsior I.O.O.F. and also of Mississippi Lodge A.F.& A.M. In the latter he was until declining health intervened an enthusiastic member and regular attender. Both of these organizations were represented at the funeral this afternoon, thus to show their respect and esteem for a departed brother | Naismith, Peter (I20234)
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| 1419 | 1914, Friday July 31, The Almonte Gazette page 7 ?b?BLAKENEY NEWS?/b? ? The residents of this community were shocked on Tuesday evening, when the news was spread that Mr David McGill had suddenly passed away. Although not feeling his best for a few days, deceased was working around home as usual on Monday, when he was suddenly seized during the afternoon with a severe attack of acute indigestion. Medical aid was quickly summoned, but in spite of all care and skill he suffered severely until the end came on Tuesday night. The late Mr McGill, who was born in Pakenham township 64 years ago, was the fourth son of the late John McGill, and spent his lifetime in this vicinity with the exception of a short time he was in the United States. In 1882 he was married to Mrs Sarah Dunlop of Pakenham, who predeceased him about 23 years ago. This union was blessed by a family of one son, Harold, Near Tyvan, Sask, and one daughter, Miss Florence of Renfrew. Later he was married to Miss Margaret Lyttle of Fitzroy, who survives with a family of two daughters and one son ? Misses Violet, Pearl and baby Lester. One sister, Mrs Peter Syme, and three brothers, John of Blakeney, Alex of Almonte, and Thos of Vancouver, B.C., also survive. all of whom have the deepest sympathy of a large circle of friends in their sad and sudden bereavement. The funeral took place this Thursday afternoon from his late residence in Blakeney to the eighth line cemetery, Rev Wm Merrilees conducting the service at the home and cemetery. | McGill, David (I17425)
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| 1420 | 1914, Friday June 5, The Almonte Gazette page 4 John Naismith John Naismith, who passed away on Monday, June 1st, was a son of the late Peter Naismith, one of Ramsay's early settlers, and was born in Ramsay township on July 2nd, 1834. The family consisted of six sons and three daughters, all of whom are deceased, but four, Mrs Allan Paul (Jeannie), Russell; Peter, of the 9th line, Ramsay; Allan, of Almonte, and Mrs D. Moir (Maggie), Ottawa. The late Mr Naismith was early in life imbued with the desire to make his own fortune, and left home when comparatively young man. He went to Western Ontario, where he worked until the great rush to the gold fields of British Columbia lured him away to try his fortune there, and about the year 1862 he with two companions turned their footsteps in that direction, and enduring the hardships of the journey eventually reached their destination after many months of toil. After being absent from home for almost thirty years, he gave his friends a joyful surprise by coming home once more, but only for a visit, as he returned to the mines, but a few years later he gave up the ardent stress and came east as far as Alameda, Sask, Here he took up farming and from that time on was a frequent visitor to the home of his birth. Over a year ago, however, he came east for good, making his home with his nephew, Mr Lawrence Naismith, on the old homestead, where it was his wish to spend the remaining years of his life, which proved to be of short duration. he was ill since last November, but bore the painful illness without a murmur. The late Mr Naismith was of a quiet and unassuming disposition, and those who knew him well cam best testify to the worth of his character and the strength of his friendship. Thinking more of others than himself, his hand was ever ready to help anyone in trouble, and many a home today can bless the name of "Uncle John," as he was familiarly called. The funeral took place on Wednesday, to the eighth line cemetery, many gathering to pay respect to the memory of a old and worthy friend. | Naismith, John (I39182)
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| 1421 | 1914, Friday June 5, The Almonte Gazette page 4 DEATHS At Blakeney, May 27th, Kenneth Alexander, infant son of Mr and Mrs Alex Barker, aged 2 months and 10 days. 1914, Friday June 5, The Almonte Gazette page 5 BLAKENEY NEWS ? Mr and Mrs Alex Barker were bereaved last week by the death of their son, Kenneth Alexander, who passed away on Wednesday, at the age of 2 months and 10 days. The funeral took place on Friday afternoon to the 8th line cemetery, Rev Wm Merrilees conducting the funeral service. Sincere sympathy is extended to the parents in their sad bereavement. | Barker, Kenneth Alexander (I26960)
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| 1422 | 1914, Friday November 13, The Almonte Gazette, page 4 DEATH'S TOLL Obit. ? Mr Stephen Young On Thursday, Nov 5th, death once again claimed one of Almonte's most respected citizens in the person of Mr Stephen Young, an only on Saturday. Mrs Young's sister, Mrs Angus Sutherland, was buried. Mr Young had been ailing for some time and death was not unexpected. Born on the 7th line of Ramsay, 71 years ago, he made his home there until twelve years ago when he came to Almonte and has since resided with his family on Elgin street. He was married to Miss Kate MacFarlane and to them were born five children; Peter (deceased), Mayme, Jean (Mrs Barclay) and Hubert at home, and Violet, of Stanford, Conn. Of his father's family there were eleven children and those living are: Peter, John, Andrew, and Mrs John MacFarlane, of town, and Robert of Ottawa. The funeral, which was a very large one, took place on Sunday, 8th inst., from his late residence to the eighth line cemetery. Much sympathy is felt for the bereaved ones. | Young, Stephen (I9183)
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| 1423 | 1914, Friday November 6, The Almonte Gazette, page 4 DEATH'S TOLL Obit. ? Mrs A. Sutherland, sr. In last week's Gazette mere mention was made of the death of Mrs Angus Sutherland, sr., who has passed away that morning after a year's suffering from a painful disease. The funeral took place on Saturday from her home with her son, Mr P.Y. Sutherland, to the eighth line cemetery, where her remains were laid beside those of her husband, who had predeceased her a little over ten years ago. The late Mrs Sutherland was a daughter of the late Peter Young, and was born on the farm on the seventh line, of Ramsay owned by Mr Steen Young before his removal to Almonte. She was married in 1863 to Mr Angus Sutherland, and went with him to the home where both spent the balance of their lives. The following family is still living: Angus on the farm adjoining the homestead; Peter Y., on the homestead, and with whom the mother had lived; David, in Batavia, Ill.; Jennie (Mrs Wm M. Young) of Detroit; Maggie, (Mrs (Dr.) Young), Smith Falls; and Alex., of New Britain, Conn. Brother and sisters of the deceased were William, Mrs John McCarter, A.E., Peter C., John, Mrs Cavers, Stephen, Robert, Andrew and Mrs John McFarlane. Of these the first three and Mrs Cavers are dead. All the children of Mrs Sutherland were present at the funeral except David and Alex., both of whom were home to see their mother shortly before she passed away. Among the friends from a distance were Mr Angus Sutherland from Eganville and Mr Robt. Young of Ottawa. The late Mrs Sutherland was a member of the Presbyterian church for a great many years and the pallbearers were six of the session of which her son, Mr Angus Sutherland, is a valued member. Mrs Sutherland was a women of strong physique, and cheerfully gave of her strength to help and encourage friends or neighbours. But was in her home amongst her family where the brightness and grace of her beautiful life shone at its best. | Young, Margaret (I9411)
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| 1424 | 1914, Friday November 6, The Almonte Gazette, page 4 Robert Yuill Passes Away Ramsay township has again been called upon to part with another of her old residents, in the person of Mr Robt Yuill, he having answered the enviable call early this Thursday morning. He had suffered from gangrene in his feet for the past two years, at times being called upon to bear most excruciating pain, but through it all he was calm and patient and bore his suffering with a fortitude begotten of his trust in and reliance upon Him whose grace and strength are at all times and under all circumstances more than sufficient. The late Mr Yuill, who was in his 88th year, was born on the farm upon which he spent most of his life, and is the last one of the family of his father, James Yuill, who was one of the pioneer of Lanark county. He was married to Agnes Taylor, a daughter of the late John Taylor of Union Hall neighbourhood, and who died seven years ago. To them a family of four girls and five boys were born. Of these John T. and Mrs Albert G. McFarlane are dead. Those living are James D. and Alex at Mather, Man.; Wm H. at Winnipeg; Mrs Wm Gilmour of Ramsay and Bella, Robt and Maude at home. The late Mr Yuill was a blacksmith, having served his apprenticeship with Mr Jas Lafferty, and afterward went to Illinois, where he lived until called home by the death of his brother. His residence in Perth gave him a title to recognition at the Old Boy's Reunion held there a few years ago, at which he was present, and greatly enjoyed the meeting with old friends and acquaintances. He was of a quiet disposition and never sought public office, but was a useful resident, a warm friend, and a splendid neighbour. He was a member of St John's church, for many years, but, though strongly desirous of doing so, he was never able to attend a service in the church since the union of the two congregations. The funeral will take place on Saturday afternoon at 1.30 o'clock, from his home to the eighth line cemetery. Contributor: Gary J Byron (49329383) | Yuill, Robert (I11081)
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| 1425 | 1914, Friday October 30, The Almonte Gazette front page LOCAL NEWS ? The death occurred last week of Miss Jennie Carswell Naismith, daughter of the late Mr P. Naismith, A more extended reference will be found in Blakeney News. 1914, Friday October 30, The Almonte Gazette page 5 BLAKENEY NEWS ? This community was suddenly overcast with gloom when the angel of death claimed the bright young life of Jean Carswell, second daughter of the late Peter Naismith of the 9th line Ramsay, at the early age of 37 years and 4 months. Deceased was of a king, cheerful disposition, making the most of life although at intervals for many years past it had been darkened by suffering and affliction, all of which had been borne with Christian patience and resignation. A few weeks ago the late Miss Naismith was taken ill with pleurisy, which, with other complications, proved too much for the already weakened body and death released her from all suffering on Friday morning. Besides her mother, she is survived by eight brothers and two sisters, (Jessie), Mrs W. Steele, Claymore, Alta, and Margaret, Peter and Albert at home; Wm, Denver, Col.; Welland, San Francisco; James, Heward, Sask; Robt, Calgary; John, Edmonton; and Lawrence, Morse, Sask, all of whom have the deepest sympathy of many friends in their sorrow, this being the second bereavement in the family inside four months. The funeral, which took place from her late residence on the 9th line to the 8th line cemetery, was largely attended. Rev S.G. Brown of Almonte conducted the funeral services. | Naismith, Jane Carswell "Jennie" (I20242)
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| 1426 | 1914, Friday, March 13, The Almonte Gazette front page DEATH'S HARVEST Mr Wm Simpson Death claimed another old resident of Ramsay on Wednesday, March 11th, in the person of Mr William Simpson, whose home for quite a few years had been on the ninth line, near Almonte, Deceased, who was 83 years of age, was a son of the late Charles Simpson of Dundee, Scotland, and was born in Lanark County, near Perth. He was one of a family of five, all of whom are deceased, Charles, James, John, Margaret (Mrs McGillivray), and now the subject of this notice. Deceased was married to Ann Forgie, daughter of the late Graham Forgie,and sister of James Forgie of Almonte, over fifty-nine years ago, and to them thirteen children were born, two of whom died in infancy. Those living are Charles, near White Lake; Mrs Alex and Mrs William J. Scott, at Sault Ste Marie; Mrs J.W. Neilson of Ramsay; Mrs John B. Dodds in the west, at Hudson Bay Junction, Sask; Mrs John Metcalfe, William and John in Ramsay; and Misses Martha, Bella and Herbert O., at home. The deceased was a man of a quiet disposition, posses of a kindly heart and few, if any, ever were turned away who came to him for help. He was a man whose word was his bond, and who loved honesty in all things. He never entered into public affairs although many times pressed to do so. He believed in attending to home life first. In politics he was a staunch Liberal. The funeral take place on Friday, 13th, at 2.30 p.m., from his late residence, ninth line, to the eighth line cemetery vault. | Simpson, William (I24116)
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| 1427 | 1914, Friday, March 13,The Almonte Gazette front page Mrs Wm Paterson At the age of 82 years, active and industrious almost to the last, and exhibiting a wonderful vitality, Mrs Wm Paterson of Ramsay, on Monday, passed quietly away to the life beyond, for which she had so earnestly striven and so longingly looked forward to. She was born in Ayrshire, Scotland, on July 14th, 1832, in a house adjoining that of Robert Burns, Scotland's much loved bard, whose wife was a first cousin of Mrs Paterson. She came to Canada from Glasgow, Scotland, where she had lived for some time, in Nov 1855, and was married on Dec 31st, 1857, to Mr Wm Paterson, on the farm "Rose Hill" on which her husband, who is now 84 years of age,and two sons still reside. Here Mr and Mrs Paterson lived to celebrate the 56th anniversary of their marriage on New Year's eve, 1913. The union thus formed, was blessed by a family of ten children. Of these, James B., was killed while running an engine for stamp machine in Mexico, on June 31st, 1904; Geo E., is on the farm; Agnes W., died in infancy; Wm C. is on the farm; Robert M., at Luseland, Sask; Dr T.R., in Almonte; Mary M., and David W. died of scarlet fever in 1878; Hugh died in infancy, and Dr John H. is at Bow Island, Alta. The deceased was one of a family of twelve, eight of whom came to Canada, and of whom George Paterson of Almonte is the only surviving member. The late Mrs Paterson was a Presbyterian in religion, and was a close and consistent follower of her Lord and Master, in whom her fullest trust was reposed. The funeral took place on Wednesday afternoon to the eighth line cemetery vault, and was one of the largest seen in Ramsay for some time, and was a worthy tribute to a worthy woman. The services were conducted by Rev Mr Merrilees of Blakeney, and the pallbearers were chosen from among the elders of the Clayton and Blakeney Presbyterian congregation. | Paterson, Margaret (I3585)
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| 1428 | 1914, Friday, October 9, The Almonte Gazette front page MRS. W.H. TOOP The death occurred on Wednesday Oct 7th of Henrietta Ringrose, wife of Mr. W.H. Toop of town. Although not in the best of health for some time news of her death came as a great shock to her many friends. Born in London Eng., in 1864, Mrs Toop was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Thos Ringrose, and came to this country many years ago. On March 30th 1882, she was married to William H. Toop, son of Mr. and Mrs. Fred S. Toop of Almonte, of the union eleven children were born: Nettie (Mrs. W. Walker); Lily and an infant deceased; Laura (Mrs. E. Little); Sarah (Mrs. Lester Ford); Bell (Mrs. Jas Guthrie), and Sydney, all of town; Henry, of Markdale, Ont.; Fred and Nellie of Regina, Sask., Mrs. Toop was a woman of quiet demeanour but will be greatly missed in her home and by her friends. Miss Nellie Toop of Regina and Mr. Henry Toop of Markdale, are home, for the funeral, which taken place Friday at 2:30 p.m. from her husband's residence, New England to the Eighth-line Cemetery Mr. Toop and family have sincere sympathy of the community in their sorrow. | Ringrose, Henrietta (I27545)
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| 1429 | 1915, Friday April 2, The Almonte Gazette front page Graham Forgie Drops Dead Mr Graham Forgie dropped dead in the barnyard near his house on Monday evening. He had a sale during the day, and after the crowd had gone away he went out to do the necessary chores. As he did not return as soon as he was expected to Mrs Forgie went out to see what had caused the delay and was shocked to find her husband lying prostrate just outside the barn door. Neighbours were summoned by telephone and the family doctor called, but life had departed and nothing could be done. The cause of death was thought to be heart failure, caused by exhaustion following a busy and exciting day. The funeral took place on Wednesday afternoon, and the many who attended showed to what extent the sympathy of the community went out to the bereaved family. The services were conducted at home and the grave by Rev Mr Brown. The pallbearers were Messrs E. Duncan, John Neilson, Jos Symington, John Stewart, J.W. Neilson and W.J. Duncan. Interment made in the Almonte Presbyterian cemetery. Among those from a distance who were present at the funeral were Mr and Mrs R.T. Richardson of Woodroffe, Mrs Geo McCreary, Mrs R.L. Black of Montreal, Mr and Mrs J. Ridgway of Ottawa, Robt J. Forgie and his son Gilbert Forgie of Ottawa, Mr and Mrs Jas Forgie of Renfrew, Arch F. Campbell of Arnprior, and Mr R.N. McCreary of Pakenham. The late Mr Forgie was the second son of the late Gilbert Forgie and his first wife Agnes Baird, and was born on Jan 27, 1857, and was a couple of months over 58 years of age. He was married on December 29th, 1886, to Mary Amelia, daughter of Mr and Mrs Alex Snedden of the 7th line of Ramsay, and to them one daughter, Edna A., was born, and is now Mrs Jas Ridgway of Ottawa. Mr Forgie spent three years in the west before his marriage and the balance was spent on the farm which had become to him from his father. One full brother of the deceased, Mr Robt J., lives in Ottawa, and a full sister, Mrs P. Young, at the Soo. One sister, Mrs Thos Cavers, is dead. Mr James Forgie of Renfrew, and D.W. of Almonte are half brothers, and Miss A.J. of Almonte is a half sister. | Forgie, Graham (I8009)
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| 1430 | 1915, Friday April 23, The Almonte Gazette page 4 Mr James Wilson Killed Not only Appleton district but the surrounding community in a wide circle was appalled on Wednesday when the intelligence passed from one person to another, that James Wilson had been killed. How the accident happened is not known for certain, but it is supposed he was unhitching his team in the barn about noon and that one of the horses had kicked him, and when found one side of his head was crushed in. Mrs Wilson heard an unusual noise in the barn, and upon going out to ascertain the cause she found her husband unconscious, and in a short time he passed away. The late Mr Wilson was a son of the late Andrew Wilson, sr., and was about 56 years of age. He was married about 22 years ago to Miss Mary Snedden, daughter of the late James Snedden, and to them five children were born. Of these Christina is teaching at Rosetta, Maggie is bookkeeper in Mr J.A. McGregor's store at Appleton, Bryson and Janet are attending the high school at Carleton Place, and John, the youngest, is at home. Mrs Wilson is still living, as is also a sister of the deceased, Miss Mary Wilson, at Appleton. The late Mr Wilson was a man of a quiet and retiring disposition, but was highly respected by all who knew him ? those knowing him best holding him in highest esteem. He was a good neighbour, a staunch friend and a man of sterling probity and uprightness in all his dealings. He was a member of the Presbyterian church, and was a staunch Liberal in politics. The funeral will take place on Friday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock from his late home to the Presbyterian cemetery on the eighth line of Ramsay. The sad occurrence has called forth sincere and heartfelt sympathy for the family and friends so sorely bereaved. | Wilson, James Bryson (I8435)
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| 1431 | 1915, Friday April 9, The Almonte Gazette page 5 BLAKENEY NEWS ? The angel of death once more visited our midst this week and claimed the bright young life of Marion McGill, wife of Mr Geo Graham, at the early age of 33 years. Seven years ago deceased was stricken with pleuro-pneumonia, the effects of which severely tested her physical endurance, and from which developments arose which baffled the best of medical attention and loving care. The late Mrs Graham was of a bright, cheerful disposition, making the most of life, although it had for years been darkened by suffering and affliction, all of which had been borne with Christian patience and resignation, until death released her from all pain an Monday morning. Besides her husband and his little daughter, Kathleen, she leaves to mourn, her parents, Mr and Mrs John McGill, and four sisters and three brothers. These are Mrs S.J. Needham, Mrs Alex Barker and Misses Susie and Lucy, and Messrs James, John and Wm T., all of whom have the deepest sympathy of their many friends in their sad bereavement. The funeral took place on Wednesday afternoon from her husband's residence on the ninth line to the eighth line cemetery. Rev W. Merrilees conducted the funeral service at the home and grave | McGill, Marion (I21004)
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| 1432 | 1915, Friday August 13, The Almonte Gazette, front page Obit. Mrs E. Greig The death occurred on Sunday, 8th inst., at the home of her daughter, Miss Belle Greig, 131 Bank St., Ottawa, of Elizabeth Campbell, relict of Jas F. Greig. The late Mrs Greig was born at Rideau Ferry, a daughter of Archibald Campbell, one of the pioneers of Lanark county. Shortly after marriage, she removed to Almonte, where she continued the business known as "Greig's Book Store" from the time of her husband death in 1876, until the infirmities of advancing years compelled her to retire two years ago. Always cheerful and affable in manner, helpful to the needy, self-sacrificing to the utmost for the welfare of her children. and scrupulously upright in business, Mrs Greig gathered about her personal and business friends, to whom her passing will bring sincere regret. Of seven children, six survive: Misses Belle and Helen of Ottawa; Archibald, in the 38th Battalion now on the way to Bermuda; James, in the 77th Battalion, Rockliffe; Mrs A.S. Ross, Cobden; and Mrs M.J. McFarlane, Almonte. A daughter, the wife of Mr W.H. Black, Morrisburg, died about nine years ago. The funeral services at Ottawa were conducted by the Rev Mr Turnbull of Chalmer's church, and at Almonte, where interment was made on Tuesday, the Rev S.G. Brown of the Presbyterian church, conducted the services. Among the wealth of floral tributes of respect encircling the casket were observed wreaths from the choir of the Eastern Methodist church, Ottawa, and the choir of the Presbyterian church, Almonte. | Campbell, Elizabeth "Belle" (I26372)
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| 1433 | 1915, Friday February 26, The Almonte Gazette page 4 ?b?Mrs R.R. Woods Dead?/b? Friends in town and vicinity will be grieved to hear of the sudden death of Mrs Robt R. Woods (nee Jean Lee Neilson), which took place at her home in Haileybury on Tuesday. No particulars are yet to hand as to the cause of her demise, as her friends here did not know she had been ill. The late Mrs Woods was the youngest daughter of the late Matthew Neilson and was born on the 12th line of Ramsay in 1880 and was therefore thirty-five years of age. In 1910 she was married to Mr Woods, and he and two children, a girl and a boy, are left to mourn. There are also three sisters and three brothers ? Mrs Alex Turner and Miss Emma Neilson of Appleton; Mrs J.A. Thom, Vancouver; John and George Neilson, Appleton, and James A. Neilson, Carleton Place. The funeral will take place on Friday at 2:30 p.m. from the home of her brother, Mr Jas A. Neilson, William street, Carleton Place, to the eighth line cemetery vault. Much sympathy is expressed for the friends in their sad and unexpected bereavement. | Neilson, Jean May "Jenny" (I8227)
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| 1434 | 1915, Friday January 29, The Almonte Gazette front page ?b?Mrs Jas Johnston?/b? The death occurred on Monday, January 25th, of Mrs James Johnston, at her home on Ann street, after an illness of three months. Deceased, whose maiden name was Matilda Lowe was in her seventy-first year, and leaves to mourn her loss her husband and seven children, viz.: John J. and Archie, in town; Allan, of Cedar Hill; Lizzie, (Mrs L.R. Robbins), and Wesley, of Toronto; Elsie (Mrs F.E. Jackson), Edmonton, Alta, and Annie at home. The deceased lady was a daughter of the late David Lowe, and was married forty-three years ago. She was a member of the Presbyterian church, and was a kind and loving mother and a good neighbour. The funeral took place on Wednesday afternoon to the eighth line cemetery. The pallbearers were her four sons, John, Archie, Allan and Wesley, and two sons-in-law, L.R. Robbins and F.E. Jackson. Much sympathy is felt for the bereaved husband and family. | Lowe, Matilda (I39705)
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| 1435 | 1915, Friday June 18, The Almonte Gazette front page ?b?Miss Bella Syme?/b? Miss Isabella Syme passed away on Tuesday, in her 82nd year. Deceased was a daughter of the late Peter Syme, and after his death she lived for some time with her brother, Mr P.T. Syme of Blakeney and Mrs Jas G. Syme of Appleton, but for a number of years she had her home with Ex-Mayor Drynan, whose wife is a sister of the late Miss Syme. Besides the brothers and sister hereabouts there are a number of others who live at a distance. She was always a women of very quiet domestic habits and rarely left her home, but of late the weight of advancing years confined her closely to her home in which she was given the sisterly care her age and infirmities required. The funeral took place this Thursday afternoon at two o'clock the Presbyterian cemetery, and was largely attended. | Syme, Isabella "Bella" (I24266)
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| 1436 | 1915, Friday June 25, The Almonte Gazette front page Mrs Andrew Dunlop Mrs Andrew Dunlop had been ailing for some time, but a few weeks ago she was taken seriously ill of stomach trouble, and gradually sank, lovingly and tenderly cared for by her daughters, until Wednesday of this week, when she passed quietly away, thus securing a blessed release from suffering from which no relief could be secured. The late Mrs Dunlop, whose name was Annie Lees, was a daughter of the late David Lees of Paisley, Scotland, and was married to Mr Andrew Dunlop while yet living in the land of her birth. About forty years ago they came to Canada, and spent a couple of years at Harriston before coming to Almonte where the home has since been. Mr Dunlop died about twenty-four years ago, Jean about fifteen years ago, and Walter when three years old. Of the family still living David is at Bridgeview, Mass, Maggie is in town, Annie (Mrs Wemyss Ballantyne) is at Sherbrooke, Que, and Tena at Almonte. The deceased was a woman of quiet and retiring disposition. Her heart was in her home, and to make and keep it "home" was the aim of her life. She delighted in flowers, and spent hours in her garden, amid the bloom and beauty secured by her careful tending. The late Mrs Dunlop was a member of the Presbyterian church and while able to do so was a regular attendant at St Andrew's church and her life was lived in strict correspondence with the profession she made. The family circle was one bound together by the cords of love, and the calling away of the mother had caused real and deep sorrow, and much sympathy is felt for those who are left. The funeral take place on Saturday afternoon, at two o'clock to the eighth line cemetery. 1915, Friday July 2, The Almonte Gazette front page Mrs Dunlop's Funeral The funeral of the late Mrs Andrew Dunlop, which took place on Saturday afternoon last, was very largely attended. the services at the house and the grave were conducted by Rev S.G. Brown, and the pallbearers were Dr Oliver, John Neilson, A. Naismith, W.J. Paul, Alex Metcalf and John Drynan. Among those who were here from a distance to attend the funeral were: Mr Wm A. Dunlop of Hartford, Conn; Mrs Jas Dunlop, Mr and Mrs Robt Dunlop, Mr and Mrs w. Porterfield, and Mrs Daniel Drummond, from Carleton Place. Besides these were Mrs Ballentine from Sherbrooke, and Mr David Dunlop, from Bridgeville, Mass, both of whom were with their mother when she passed away. | Lees, Annie (I30135)
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| 1437 | 1915, Friday October 29, The Almonte Gazette, front page ?b? Obit. ? John Crawford?/b? On Sunday last Mr John Crawford passed away, at the age of 91 years. Mr Crawford was one of Almonte's oldest residents. In 1901 the Gazette gave a brief sketch of his life, and of the thirty-five or forty townsmen whose names were mentioned as having had active association with him in the earlier days, Mr Crawford's is the last to be erased from Time's record. He was born in the town of Largs, in Ayrshire, Scotland, in 1824, and after learning the trade of baker he came to Canada in 1850, on the Marchmont, a sailing vessel, and after a five weeks' voyage landed at Quebec, where he spent four years. Later he spent a similar period at Montreal and Perth before coming to Almonte. While at Perth he was married to Marion Gray, and with her came to Almonte in 1863. Here he started in business with such good results that in 1871 he disposed of his bakery and built the comfortable cottage where he and Mrs Crawford enjoyed the fruits of their thrift and energy. In March, 1888, Mrs Crawford died, and a couple of years later Mr Crawford was married to Elizabeth Fulton, daughter of the late John Fulton of Cedar Hill, who survives him. Mr Crawford was a Presbyterian in religion, and until declining years forbade his doing so he was a regular attender at St Andrew's church. He was a man of more than ordinary intelligence, and was an interesting companion in a friendly chat. The funeral took place on Tuesday afternoon to the eighth line cemetery, and although very few of his "auld cronies" are left, there was a good turnout of those of the younger generation who had come to know him. The services were conducted by Rev S.G. Brown at the house and the grave. The pallbearers were three brothers of Mrs Crawford, Messrs Robert, Thomas and John Fulton, and three brothers-in-law, Messrs David Johnston of Cobden, John Camelon of Westboro, and Albert Lesway of Cedar Hill. Contributor: Gary J Byron (49329383) | Crawford, John (I1168)
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| 1438 | 1915, Friday September 10, The Almonte Gazette page 4 More Local News Mrs Reid's Sudden Call Mrs Wm. P. Reid of Cedar Hill was taken suddenly ill, and her physician advised taking her to the hospital for treatment. She was accordingly taken to the General Hospital at Ottawa and on Tuesday night she was operated upon for obstruction of the bowels. First reports received by the friends were encouraging and hopeful, but adverse conditions developed, and on Wednesday, Mrs Reid succumbed to the inroads of the disease. The remains were brought to the home of which so recently she had been the light and comfort, and the funeral will take place of Saturday at one o'clock (service a half-hour earlier) from her husband's residence to the eighth line cemetery in Ramsay. The late Mrs Reid was born in Fitzroy 46 years ago, and was the daughter of Mr Chas Lawson, and was one of a large family, her death being the sixth. There are still two sisters and two brothers living - Mrs A. Cavanagh of Fitzroy, Mrs J. Gilmour of Almonte, Mrs Chas W. Lawson at Cedar Hill, and P.A. Lawson in Cass City, Mich. The deceased was married to Mr Wm. P. Reid about twelve years ago, and two children - a boy of eleven years and a girl of nine survive. The late Mrs Reid was well known in Almonte, having lived in town for some time, and only a month ago was a visitor here, when she was enjoying the best of health. Not only in her home will she be missed, but in the community in which she lived. She was a active worker in church circles and in many other ways her life told for good. Much sympathy is felt for the friends in the sore bereavement that has so suddenly fallen upon their home. | Lawson, Janet Bayne (I33132)
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| 1439 | 1916, Friday December 1, The Almonte Gazette, front page Obit. ? Mr Peter C. Young Mr P.C. Young succumbed this Thursday forenoon to an affection of the heart from which he has been suffering for some time, following a severe attack of grippe. Mr Young had been for many years a resident of Almonte, and was in his 78th year. The date of the funeral had not been fixed yet. Fuller reference will be made to the deceased next week. 1916, Friday December 8, The Almonte Gazette, front page Obit. Mr Peter Young Mr Peter C. Young, mention of whose death from heart trouble on Thursday, November 30th, was made last week, was one of the oldest residents of the town, and was descended from the early Scottish settlers who came out from Scotland in the early years and endured all the hardships incident to making a home in the then unbroken wilderness. The late Peter Young was a son of Peter Young and was born in Ramsay over 78 years ago. Upon reaching years of young manhood he learned the trade of a carpenter, at which he wrought in Arnprior, Smiths Falls, Chicago and other places. About forty years ago he settled in Almonte and started the sash and door factory he has been so long connected with. In 1868 he was married to Ann Anderson, a daughter of the late Matthew Anderson, and to them six children were born, all of whom as well as their mother are still living, Mr Young's death being the first break in the family. The sons are P.A.E. and Herbert, in Almonte; William at Carleton Place; Robert, in Montana; Howard at Ottawa, and Jessie (Mrs G. Etheringston) at Pakenham. The late Mr Young had also six brothers and four sisters, of whom John, Andrew and Mrs J. McFarlane are in Almonte and Robt is in Ottawa, Those who are deceased are Wm, Alex E., Mrs J, McCarter, Mrs H. Cavers, Mrs Sutherland and Steen. The funeral services on Saturday afternoon were conducted by Rec S.G. Brown, of whose congregation deceased was a member, assisted by Rev Mr Stevens. The pallbearers were Messrs Wm Thoburn, W.C. Pollock, T.J. Reid, D. Hamilton, Geo Bradford and Jas McLeod. Much sympathy is felt for Mrs Young and the family in the bereavement that has fallen upon them. | Young, Peter C. Jr. (I11820)
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| 1440 | 1916, Friday December 22, The Almonte Gazette front page John Dulmage Another of Almonte's citizens who had been a familiar figure on the streets about town for quite a few years, has passed away in the person of John Dulmage, whose demise took place on Friday last at his home on Union Street. The late Mr Dulmage had not been enjoying good health for a few years, and was thereby reluctantly compelled to retire from the active life he had lived, and he fought bravely against the disease, but to no avail. He was born at Appleton, and was 67 years of age. When only twelve years old he entered the employ of Mr Wesley Tennant, who then kept store in the building on the island at present occupied by Mrs Robert McIntosh, and from one position to another he advanced until he became traveller for James McCready & Co., wholesale boot and shoe dealers. He remained with them for thirty-five years, retiring on account of his health, and when severing the connection he was made the recipient by the Company of a handsome souvenir of his long service with them. About forty years ago Mr Dulmage was married to is Ordelia Hamlin, daughter of the late Alpheus Hamlin, who is still living, and to them was born one son, Chas A.R. Dulmage, barrister, who died at Arnprior a few years ago. One brother, Mr S. Dulmage, of Carleton Place, and one sister, Mrs H.S. Conn, of Ottawa, are still living. Those dead are Wm R. Dulmage, dentist, Smiths Falls; L. Alf Dulmage, Carleton Place; Richard Dulmage, barrister, Arnprior, and Mrs Wm West. The funeral took place on Monday afternoon to the eighth line cemetery, the services being conducted at the house and grave by Rev W.H. Stevens, Assisted by Rev S.G. Brown. The pallbearers were Messrs, J.H. Conn, J.H. Wylie, George Bradford, P. Jamieson, J.D. Taylor and Jas McLeod. | Dulmage, John (I26790)
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| 1441 | 1916, Friday January 21, The Almonte Gazette page 4 ?b?DEATH'S HARVEST Mrs J.D. Lindsay Passes Away?/b? About three weeks ago Mrs J.D. Lindsay was taken to bed with an illness which terminated in her death early on Monday morning. The late Mrs Lindsay was born in Kilmarnock, Scotland, 1839, and came to Canada with her parents, the late Mr and Mrs Jas Templeman (Templeton?), when but four years of age, the family settling in Ramsay. Deceased was twice married. Her first husband was Mr Jas Gilmour of Ramsay who died in 1870. Of the family born to them four children are still living: ? A.C. Gilmour and Mrs Andrew Dunlop of Almonte;; Mrs F. Stevens of Ogdensburg, N.Y.; Mrs Jas O'Kelly of Pembroke. Mrs Caldwell (Maggie) of Brockville died a few years ago. About 1892 Mrs Gilmour was again married to Mr J.D. Lindsay of Kars, and has since had her home at that place. In addition to her husband and the above named family, several sisters and brothers are left to mourn. These are Mrs McKillop in Saskatchewan, but formerly of Beachburg; Mrs D. Ledgerwood of Arnprior; Mrs A.A. Gilmour of town; Mrs Jas Templeman, town, and Mr Wm Templeman, of Emerson, Man. The remains were brought to Almonte and the funeral took place on Wednesday afternoon from the home of Mr A Dunlop, on the Island, and was a worthy tribute to one who for so many years was a resident of the town, and one who has endeared herself to many friends. Rev S.G. Brown conducting the services. The body was placed in the eighth line cemetery vault. | Templeton, Jessie Miller (I34518)
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| 1442 | 1916, Friday July 21, The Almonte Gazette, page 4 Obit.?Dr. Herbert Joseph James The late Dr. Herbert Joseph James passed away at seven o'clock Sunday morning, July 16th, in the R.M. Hospital, Almonte, his age being 47 years, 4 months and 26 days. Two months ago the doctor was still at his post in Bathgate, N. Dakota, but a sudden breakdown of health necessitated his removal to Boston, to be treated by specialists. Evidently no hopes for his recovery were entertained, and at his own request, Dr. James was brought to Almonte, by his three brothers, John R., Thos E., and Alfred, where he spent his last days with his relatives and old friends. The deceased was born on the 12th concession of the county of Lanark, son of Benjamin James and Ellen Bowland. As a boy he gave evidence of a promising career, and after graduating from the Almonte high school, he attended Queen's University, Kingston, and took his M.D. degree there in 1892. Unfortunately for Canada the young doctor took up his abode in Bathgate, N.D., and has been practicing there ever since. As a physician it has been said that he had no superior in his locality. Possessing qualities which always make a man great he was most diligent in his profession, ever at his post, and ever ready and willing to do all in his power for the betterment of humanity. While a man of strong physique he has been under the strain of overwork for several years and might well have given up his practice months ago; but unthoughtful of self and through self-sacrifice for others, he labored on until God took him for greater service in that life beyond the grave. To his fellow-citizens in Bathgate and to his relatives and many friends at home he leaves an example of true manly character, also of faithfulness to duty and high ideals. He leaves to mourn his loss, one sister, Mrs. Wm. Robertson, and Benjamin James of Bathgate; John R., of Ramsay; Thomas E. and Alfred, on the homestead, and Edwin H. of Great Falls, Montana. To these are extended the warmest sympathy in their bereavement. The funeral took place Tuesday afternoon from the residence of Mr. Thos. E. James and was very largely attended. The service was conducted by the Rev. Gilbert Brunet, assisted by the Rev. Chas. Saddington of Almonte. After the impressive service of the church of England, of which the, deceased was a devoted member, an additional and most interesting service was conducted at the grave, in St. George's cemetery, by the Free Masons, the Mississippi Lodge, A.F. & A.M., of Almonte, who were in attendance, the late Dr. James belonging to this order. As a customary token of esteem,, the family presented a beautiful wreath, likewise; the Mississippi Lodge A.F. & A.M., St. George Guild a pillow, and the Bathgate Lodge, No. 23, an Eastern star. | James, Dr. Herbert Joseph (I23665)
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| 1443 | 1916, Friday June 23, The Almonte Gazette page 4 Obit. ? Mrs John Sutherland In the death of Mrs John Sutherland on Saturday morning, June 17th, Ramsay lost one of her oldest and most respected residents. She was born on the 5th November, 1825, a daughter of the late Alexander Nicholson. She was of a kind and genial disposition, of a deeply sympathetic nature and was beloved by all with whom she came in contact. She was a member of the Presbyterian church at Clayton, attending regularly the service there until advancing years prevented her from going. Her life was spent mostly on the farm where she died. She lived about two years in New York state and returning home was married to the late John Sutherland about sixty years ago, after which she resided in Almonte for two years, then going to Pakenham, where she lived for seven years. Then she returned to her old home to care for her parents in their declining years, and had since resided there, Of a family of five, two sons and one daughter, Jessie, are dead, and two sons, Alexander in Detroit, and John on the homestead, are left to mourn her loss. Deceased had one brother, the late John Nicholson of Bristol, seven sisters, Mary (Mrs Robert Service) of Utica, N.Y. deceased; Jean (Mrs Andrew Cochrane) of McNab township, deceased; Catherine of California; Joan (Mrs Henry McArton) of Appleton, deceased; Margaret (Mrs Smith) Seaforth; Marion (Mrs Wm Young 10th line Ramsay; and Agnes (Mrs Wm P. Young), deceased. The funeral, which took place on Monday at 2 o'clock, was a very large one, and was conducted by Rev Mr Stevens of the Methodist church, Almonte, in the absence of the pastor, Rev Mr Merrilees, who had not returned from the Assembly at Winnipeg. The pallbearers were Messrs A.H. Tait, Pakenham; C. McNeil, and D. Munroe, of Clayton; Wm T. an R.J. Templeman of Ramsay, and James Nicholson of Wyman, Que, a nephew of deceased. | Nicholson, Jessie (I25388)
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| 1444 | 1916, Friday June 30, The Almonte Gazette, page 4 DEATH'S HARVEST Mr Jas Forgie Another of Almonte's very oldest residents has responded to the inevitable call that comes sooner or later to every one, and Mr James Forgie passed beyond this world's recall. On Saturday he had been about as usual but on Sunday he was taken very ill, and on Wednesday morning he quietly slept away. The late Mr Forgie was born in Ramsay township on April 1st, 1833, a son of the late Graham Forgie and Ann Gemmill. He came to Almonte when he was a young man, and here he engaged in occupation of one kind or another. He was a wagon-maker by trade, but even in those early days real estate divisions were attractive and he purchased the land on the northern end of the town through which Ottawa street is today the main thoroughfare. From the proceeds of this transaction he was enabled to embark in other enterprises in which his efforts also proved successful, and aided him in making ample provision for his declining years. In 1870 he erected the brick store and dwelling, in which he carried on business for a number of years. On May 5th, 1855, Mr Forgie was married to Miss Isabella Thomlinson, and to them twelve children were born, on two of whom are now living. These are Mr J.G. Forgie, barrister, of Pembroke, and Mrs A.E. Teskey of Winnipeg. On May 5, 1905, Mr and Mrs Forgie celebrated the fiftieth anniversary of their marriage. Two years later Mrs Forgie was called away, and on August 29, 1911, Mr Forgie was again married to Georgina G. Smith, who survives him. Two brothers of Mr Forgie's are still living, Henry at Toronto and Robert at Portage la Prairie. The funeral took place this Thursday afternoon at 3 o'clock to the Presbyterian cemetery and was attended by a large number, both of townspeople and others, whose respect and esteem Mr Forgie had won. The late Mr Forgie was a life-long member of the Presbyterian church, and was one of the staunch supporters of and liberal contributors to St. John's church, when it did not enjoy prosperity that marked its later years. No appeal for truly religious or charitable purposes was ever made in vain to him, and very few knew the amount of the benefactions dispensed by him, as he put into actual practice the scriptural injuction, "Let not thy right hand know what thy left hand doeth." He was possessed of very quiet and retiring disposition, and it was only as one was taken into his confidence that the true strength of his character became known. He was upright and straightforward in his dealings, in which his word was his bond. His passing away was the closing of a life that any person might well covet possession of. | Forgie, James Graham Shaw (I8004)
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| 1445 | 1916, Friday March 17, The Almonte Gazette, page 4 Obit. ? Mrs James Black Almost twenty years ago the Gazette published a sketch of two of Ramsay township's earliest settlers and most respected residents. In that sketch, descriptive of the experiences of a party of settlers who had left Scotland to make their homes in Canada, and who were coming up the St. Lawrence in Durham boats, the following sentence appeared: "There is a hurried landing from one of the boats, and by-and-bye, the wail of a new-born infant. Thus is born to Mr and Mrs James Johnston, a daughter ? Janet, now Mrs James Black." A few years later then the sketch Mr Black was called away, and now Mrs Black has reached the home for which she so long and earnestly looked. The year of her birth was 1821, and in her death at 94 years of age, one of the oldest residents of Ramsay township has passed to the great beyond. She was a daughter of the late Jas, Johnston, R.N., a veteran of the wars with Napoleon. She was married to Mr Back in 1844, and to them eleven were born, four of whom survive. These are Mrs C.W. Gilmour (Margaret), Braeside; Mrs A.A. Steele (Agnes), Steelton, Sask.; Robt, fifth line Ramsay, William H., at Morrisburg. For about six years the late Mrs Black was a patient in the Rosamond Memorial Hospital, helpless from a broken limb, but possessing all her mental faculties to the end. She was a woman of exalted Christian character and remarkably patient and cheerful disposition. The funeral took place on Monday afternoon from the Presbyterian manse to the eighth line cemetery vault, and was attended by many from Ramsay and Almonte | Johnston, Janet (I7643)
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| 1446 | 1916, Friday May 12, The Almonte Gazette page 5 Friends in Pakenham heard with regret of the death on Friday last of Mr Charles Dunlop, of the twelfth line of Pakenham township. He was born on Oct 8th, 1824, on the homestead in Ramsay, and was terfore in his ninety-second year. On Dec 16th, 1851, he was married in St James church, Carleton Place, to Miss Annie Houston, and to then nine children were born, two of whom Sarah Paul (Mrs D. McGill), and Alice Emery (Mrs T. McKibbin) are dead. The others are Elizabeth (Mrs Wm. Francis) Renfrew; Jennie (Mrs Chas. Comba) Almonte; Annie (Mrs Thos. Tosh), Pakenham; John Houston, on the homestead; Charles Steward, Tyvan, Sask.; George Arthur, Calgary, Alta., and Mary Ellen (Mrs Wm. Reynolds), Fernie, B.C. His wife predeceased him about eight years ago. The funeral took place on Monday to St Mark's church, when the rector, Rev. R. Turley, was assisted in the services by Rev. C.F. Clarke of Fitzroy Harbour and Rev. E.F. Salmon of Galetta. The sympathy of the whole community is extend to the bereaved ones, in this their hour of sorrow. The late Mr Dunlop was a man highly esteemed as a neighbour and friend, and during his long residence here, won the esteem and respect of the whole countryside. | Dunlop, Charles (I18673)
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| 1447 | 1916, Friday November 10, The Almonte Gazette front page Mr Wm Paterson Passes Away Mr Wm Paterson, of "Rose Hill Farm," passed away this (Thursday) morning, following a paralytic attack. He was in his 88th year, and was one of the oldest residents of the township of Ramsay. The funeral will take place on Friday 10th inst., at two o'clock, to the eighth line cemetery, service at the house at half-past one. A fuller reference will be made next week to the late Mr Paterson, who, in his earlier life, was a prominent resident of the township. 1916, Friday November 17, The Almonte Gazette page 8 The Late Wm Paterson The late Wm Paterson was born at "Kelvin Bank" on the farm within a half a mile of the one on which he spent his whole life one, on October 1st, 1829. This was seven years after the first settler appeared. At this time the country was in a very primitive state, the road to Perth being to follow the limestone ridge from Ramsay, likewise to Brockville. The road was blazed through the woods on the trees. When they had to get some necessaries of life their mode of travel was on foot. Bills in those days were paid more in exchange than in cash as at present. In those days the settlers could tell on many trilling experiences with the wolves, which were plentiful at the time. Though educational advantages were not so good as ours the late Wm Paterson acquired a good education by improving his evenings. The first school he attended was held in the log barn still standing on the farm on which he lived, with sparse advantages compared with the present day. He was married in Ramsay on the 31st day of December, 1857, to Margaret Paterson. Mrs Paterson predeceased her husband a little over two years, after living to celebrate their sixty-fifth anniversary. This was a hard blow to him. Mr Paterson was for many years engaged in Sunday School work and die not give up till almost his eighty-fifth year, when his strength failed him. He was the instrument in God's hand of helping many to a saving knowledge of Christ. The funeral on November 9th was large, and testified to the good feeling that prevailed toward one who had been a life-long member. The pallbearers were six elders from the congregation in which he had for many years officiated in that capacity. The family that mourns his loss are George and William at home, Robert M., at Luseland, Sask., Dr. T. R. in Almonte, and Dr. John R., at Bow Island, Alberta. | Paterson, William (I3584)
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| 1448 | 1916, Friday October 6, The Almonte Gazette page 4 DEATHS At Almonte, on Monday, October 2nd, Arthur Lockhart, aged 68 years. 1916, Friday October 6, The Almonte Gazette front page The Late Arthur Lockhart Following a lengthened illness the death occurred on Monday of this week of Arthur Lockhart, in his 68th year. He was born in Almonte and lived his whole life here. His wife, who is still living, was Miss Margaret Cowie, and with her are left to mourn seven sons. These are Messrs Walter, William, Harry and Attie, of Almonte; John and Herb, of Ottawa; and Robert of Smiths Falls. The funeral was held on Wednesday afternoon from his residence on Ottawa street to the eighth line cemetery, Rev S.G. Brown conducting the services at the house and grave. The pallbearers were six sons of deceased. | Lockhart, Arthur (I2754)
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| 1449 | 1916, Tuesday July 25, The Carleton Place Herald, front page Death of Mrs W.J. McNeely The death of Mrs William J. McNeely, of Ramsay, which occurred early last Friday morning, came as a surprise to her many friends hereabouts. The deceased lady was 46 years of age. Before her marriage 22 years ago she was Agnes Isabella Goth, daughter of the late Wm Goth, of Beckwith. She was very highly esteemed by a large circle of friends who deeply lament her demise. The funeral took place Saturday afternoon to St James Church, and thence to Pine Grove Cemetery, to the family burial plot. The service was conducted by Rev Canon Elliott. The pallbearers were Messrs. D.R. McNeely, Alfred McNeely, Russell McNeely, G.T. Chapman, John Cunningham, and Herb Morphy. One son and one daughter survive who with the bereaved husband have the deepest sympathy in their sorrow. | Goth, Agnes Isabella (I10928)
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| 1450 | 1917, Friday April 27, The Almonte Gazette front page Mrs Wemyss Ballentine On Friday, Mrs Wemyss Ballentine, sr., fell and broke her leg, with such serious results that she died on Monday. Mrs Ballentine's maiden name was Helen Hogg, and she was a direct descendant of James Hogg, the Etterick shepherd. She was born in Howick, Scotland, in 1832, and was 85 years of age. She was married to Mr Ballentine in Scotland 63 years ago, and came to Canada in 1883, and to Almonte in 1887, where she has since lived. Four sons and four daughters were born to then, six of whom are living. Two daughters, Mrs Wilson, and Helen, and infant, died in Scotland. Those living are Maggie (Mrs Blackwood); Thos, Almonte; Joan (Mrs Dunfield), in Carleton Place; John and Matthew, in Almonte, and Wemyss, in Sherbrooke, Que. Mr Ballantine died in August 1913. The funeral took place on Wednesday to the eighth line cemetery, the services at the house and grave being conducted by Rev S.G. Brown. | Hogg, Helen (I30159)
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