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MATRIMONIAL – BURGER-WINGER

[Welland Tribune April 28, 1897]

A very interesting event took place at Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Winger’s in the township of Bertie, it being the occasion of the marriage of their much esteemed daughter, Miss Laura, to Edward F. Burger, the enterprising and popular young mason contractor and builder in the township of Humberstone, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Burger, on the 28th of April, 1897.

The ceremony was performed by Rev. A.A. Bowers at Ridegeway, in the presence of a few relatives ad friends. The bride was very ably assisted by Miss Lizzie Winger of Buffalo. The groom was supported by Charles M. Burger of Bertie. The wedding party then returned to the home of the bride’s parents, where the guests were waiting their arrival. After congratulations were extended, all repaired to the dining-room, where a sumptuous dejeuner was partaken of. The bride was the recipient of many beautiful and costly presents from friends in Buffalo and others. Mr. and Mrs. Burger will reside in the township of Humberstone, and will be accompanied by the well wishes of a large circle of friends.

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