- MOSES CHAMBERS FERGUSONS FALLS --Prominent farmer dies after three days illness -- The death occurred Thursday last week of a respected citizen in the name of Moses Chambers who passed away in his 72nd year following a brief illness. The late Mr Chambers had been in good health until three days previous to his death when he became seriously ill with abdominal trouble, complications which later developed, from which death occurred. Deceased was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Chambers and was born in Oso Township. He was married in Oso to Ms Susannah Graham who predeceased him many years ago. During his residence in Oso, he served as councilor for many years. He was also a school trustee for the Zealand School. In fraternal circles deceased was a member of the Oso Orange Lodge and in church circles he was a devout member of the Anglican Church. The greater part of his life was spent in the township where he was born and worked for for the TNE railway in Englehart and and for two or three years in Western Canada but family continued residence in Oso. --- About 18 years ago, Mr Chambers came to Ferguson's Falls where he bought and settled on the farm formerly owned by Mr JM Quinn of Carleton Place, and there he remained until his death. --- He was a man loyal to his friends, kindly and sympathetic and generous of heart. He took a keen interest in new developments and contributed in no small way to anything beneficial nature. --- The late Mr. Chambers is survived by one son, Mr. Milford Chambers, at home; one daughter, Mrs WL James of Halpenny; one daughter Cora Mabel is deceased. Six brothers, Messrs. Ed Chambers, London; John of Hexton; Joseph and Elijah of Blucher; William of Edmonton; and Elwin of Glen Ewan, Saskatchewan; also survived with one sister, Mrs Elizabeth Fowler, of the West. One sister is deceased. Three grandchildren, Raymond and Audrey Chambers and William James survive. --- The funeral was very largely attended, took place from his late residence to Zealand Anglican Church and thence to cemetery. Rev JRW Meakin of Clayton conducted the service. The pallbearers were Messrs. A.M. Sheppard, W.J. Rothwell, Cyril Warren, Charles Quinn, W.C. Gardiner, and Elmer Duffy. -- Among his friends from a distance attending the funeral were Mr Willis Chambers, Miss Rotha Chambers, Mrs William McNabb, Hexton; Mrs Ernest Hagan, Smiths Falls; Mr and Mrs J.A. Menzies, Mrs K. Byrne, Perth. Beautiful floral tributes were received and included wreaths from Mr and Mrs Milford Chambers, Mr and Mrs WL James, Mr and Mrs Sydney Hagan; sprays, grandchildren; Mr and Mrs Elmer Duffy. The sympathy of a host of friends is extended the bereaved son, daughter, brother and sisters.
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1864 - 1936 (71 years)
