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JAMES WILSON
Thorold News
[The Welland Tribune and Telegraph, 3 March 1921]
In the passing away Sunday evening of James Wilson, this district loses one of its oldest residents and a man well-known and highly esteemed. Following a two week’s illness, the late Mr. Wilson passed away at his home, Claremont Street, Thorold, on Sunday evening at the advanced age of 76 years.
The deceased was born in Warwickshire, England, and came to Canada when about 12 years of age. He settled in this district some 50 years ago and opened a grocery store in Thorold and also a foundry in Merritton. The grocery store was located on Front Street near Albert, and was conducted by Mr. Wilson until six years ago when it was taken over by his nephew, Albert Wilson. Wilson’s foundry in Merritton is known throughout the Peninsula as a landmark of the town. Here Mr. Wilson conducted a flourishing business and was able to compete successfully with larger institutions He was to be seen at his work daily and took a keen interest in the business until sickness forced him to his bed.
The late James Wilson was formerly Mayor of Thorold, (1900/01) being elected after several years in the council. He was also member of the Water Commission in past years and took an active part in the life of the town. His wife predeceased him three years ago, leaving to survive him two daughters, Miss Elizabeth and Mrs. Ada Bewerbank, both at home.
Mr. Wilson was a member of Mountain Lodge, A.F. and A.M., a member of Plantagenet Preceptory No. 8, Mount Moriah Chapter No. 19, Chosen Friends and Shriners. The funeral was held on Wednesday afternoon.
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