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[Welland Tribune November 12, 1897]
At the residence of her son-in-law, Thos. Robbins, of Stanberry, Mo., Dec. 19, 1896, Mrs. Mary Ann Moore passed away after a lingering illness of several months. She was born in the State of Delaware, Nov. 22, 1822, and was consequently in her 75th year. She was married May 30, 1838, near Fenwick, Ont., to her now bereaved husband, Matthew Moore, who is at present in his 86th year and in very feeble health.
Out of a family of fifteen children the following are living in the Western states;- Mrs Cynthia Robbins, Mo., Mrs. Elizabeth Tiberghien, Kansas City, Mo., S.B. Moore, Neb., Mrs Mary Dawdy, Mo., Geo. Moore, Iowa, Mrs. Ada Mulligan, Mo., Mrs Maggy Gregg, Mo., also Mr. Martin Moore of Pennsylvania and I.B. Moore of Wainfleet, Canada. In religion she was a cheerful and valued member of the Methodist church. Hr funeral was held in the Methodist church by her pastor, attended by a large concourse of friends. After which her body was laid to rest in the Depriest grave yard by the side of her son at Stanbury, Mo., Dec. 22, 1896.
The subject of this sketch will be remembered by most of the old settlers in this neighborhood and along the Robinson Road where the family resided a great many years, having moved to their western home about 17 years ago.
[Welland Tribune October 22, 1897]
A company of unusual proportions assembled at the home of William Crow, one mile east of Fenwick, on Tuesday last, to celebrate that gentleman’s sixieth birthday. It was a complete surprise, gotton up by the family, in which invited friends joined forming a company of nearly one hundred persons- from Pelham, Gainsboro, and Clinton. The guests came heavily laden with good things, and the tables, when laid, were a pretty and appetizing sight. When the first table was being seated, Reeve Hyatt arose to his feet and presented to Mr. Crow, on behalf of the family, a comfortable arm chair in oak, accompanying the gift with a brief, neat speech, in which the hope was expressed on behalf of the whole company that the recipient would long be spared to enjoy the beautiful present. Mrs Crow was Sarah Jane Huntsman of Clinton township. The happy marriagr took place in 1863, and in 1864 Mr. and Mrs. Crow moved to Pelham, where they have since resided, commanding always the respect not only of their neighbors and friends, but the community at large. Two of their children have passed away, those surviving being Mrs. H.G. Diffin of Pelham Centre, and Alandes Crow, who lives at the old home. Tuesday was an ideal October day, warm and pleasant and the large company walked about the beautiful lawn or sat beneath the shading trees and indulged in games and social chat. It was a genuine old-fashioned happy visit, enjoyed by a host of old friends, who will long remember the gathering with sincere pleasure.
[Welland Tribune July 16, 1897]
Albert Kottmeier, second son of Henry and Christina Kottmeier, was born in Louth township, Nov. 22, 1861, and died at the old homestead, Thorold township, July 11, 1897. No youth ever gave brighter promise of a more vigorous manhood until the age of seventeen was reached, when he was stricken with a violent type of rheumatism which proved to be the destroyer of all fond hopes. Nearly all the remedies know to the medical profession were resorted to but in vain, his was a case wherein science failed, and the disease progressed until it completely wrecked a once finely developed and athletic young man. Seldom is mortal man called upon to endure an affliction equal in severity to his, but it was borne with a christian fortitude equally rare and most admirable. No word of murmur or complaint was ever heard to escape his lips. For many long and weary years though long delayed came at last in the early hours of a peaceful Sabbath morn- a most fitting time for so weary a pilgrim to enter that world of light and love and joy. His last was peace indeed, for it might truthfully be said that he fell asleep on earth but awoke in heaven. Interment took place on Tuesday at Fonthill cemetery,, Rev. Dr. Clark of Hamilton conducting the services at the house.
[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.
[Welland Tribune March 18, 1947]
The death occurred at her residence, 61 Adelaide street, Port Colborne, Tuesday afternoon of Valeria Rambo, wife of William Rambo, in her 71st year. Death followed a brief illness.
The late Mrs. Rambo was born at Ridgeway and had resided in Port Colborne for the past 61 years. She was a member of St Patrick’s church.
Surviving are her husband, William; a daughter, Mrs. Victor Simpson, Port Colborne; two grandchildren; a brother, Watson Guinter, Port Colborne; a sister, Mrs. T. Edwards, Toronto.
The funeral will be held on Friday, March 21, from the Dell and Merton funeral chapel, 50 Clarence street, Port Colborne to St Patrick’s church, where mass will be sung by Rev. E. Carey. Interment will be in Mount St. Joseph cemetery.
Funeral – Mrs William Rambo
The funeral of the late Valeria Rambo, wife of William Rambo, whose death occurred at her residence, 61 Adelaide street Port Colborne, on Tuesday in her 71st year, was held yesterday morning from the Dell and Merton funeral home to St Patrick’s church, where mass was sung by Rev. E. Carey. Interment was in Mount St Joseph cemetery.
The pallbearers were Robert Blackhall, George Aikens, Drury Harper, Murray Allen, Thomas Williams and James Murray.
Among the floral tributes was one from the staff of the National Harbours Board elevator..
Friends and relatives attended from Toronto, Chicago, Ill; St Catharines, Niagara Falls and Fonthill.
[Welland Tribune January 3, 1940]
The wedding of Doris Isobel Hoover, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Roy Hoover to Lionel Chester Cross of Fonthill, son of Mr. and Mrs. William Cross of Fonthill was solemnized in Holy Trinity Anglican church at three o’clock on Saturday afternoon. Poinsettia and other yuletide blooms were framed against evergreen boughs banked in the chancel. The ceremony was performed by Rev. C. Gray Eakins and Mrs. J.S. Mewburn was at the organ. At the signing of the register Miss Pearl Webb sang “O Perfect Love.”
The bride given in marriage by her father, wore a bouffant gown of white net over taffeta the very full skirt slightly trained. A jacket of brocaded lace was fitted to a belt caught with tiny buttons with a ruffle at the front and on the short puffed sleeves. She had a long white lace mitts and her finger-tip veil of white embroidered net was arranged on her curls with a coronet of orange blossoms in halo effect. White roses and baby’s breath formed her shower bouquet and she had a gold cross and chain.
Attending the bride were Miss Lila Horton, as maid of honor and Miss Betty Brown, the bridesmaid. The former was gowned in baby blue net over taffeta made with a full sweeping skirt, the fitted bodice edged with a ruching and pink ribbon bows at either side. Her hiplength jacket of blue imported lace was made with a bustle, tiny collar and short puff sleeves. She wore a Juliet cap of blue net with a cluster of tiny pink and blue flowers on top tied with ribbon that fell in streamers. She wore silver slippers and carried an arm bouquet of pink and white chrysanthemums.
Miss Brown’s frock in a soft shade of rose pink net over taffeta was fashioned similarly to that worn by the maid of honor, with contrasting blue ribbon bows at the neckline. Her matching jacket was also made with a bustle and short puff sleeves and she wore a juliet cap and silver slippers. Her flowers were pink and white chrysanthemums.
Lawrence Cross of Fonthill was his brother’s groomsman and Andrew Wilson of Fonthill was the usher.
Following the ceremony a reception and wedding dinner was held at “Foxlow”, Lookout Point. Receiving with the bridal party were Mrs. Hoover, mother of the bride and Mrs. Cross, mother of the groom.
When Mr and Mrs. Cross left on their wedding trip to Belleville and Kingston the bride donned a two toned frock fashioned with a violet crepe bodice, fitted to a mauve flared skirt. The bodice with Peter Pan collar and rhinestone buttons is shirred at the neckline with matching flowers and the long sleeves were finished with fitted cuffs. Her black felt turban was trimmed with feathers and she wore a tailored black wool coat with mink collar.
Upon their return, the bride and groom will take up residence in Fonthill.
[Welland Tribune January 2, 1940]
Wellandport, Jan. 2-The community of Elcho near here was shocked to learn of the death of Mrs. Clifford Vaughan, who passed away at her home there at two o’clock this morning following a stroke which she suffered last evening. She was in her 51st year, and her husband is a brother of Mark Vaughan, former M.P.P. for Welland. Born 50 years ago in Croydon, Surrey, England deceased was Agnes Hills, the daughter of Rev. Arthur Hills and Mrs. Hills of Croydon, and she came to Canada with parents about 33 years ago. She married Clifford Vaughan in Elcho 28 years ago, and had ever since lived on the old Vaughan homestead in Gainsboro township. She was a member of the United church in Elcho, and was actively interested in women’s activities with that congregation. Deceased is survived by her husband, Clifford Vaughan, a married son Harley, at the old homestead, and a number of other near relatives.
The funeral will be held on Thursday at 2 p.m. at the late residence in Elcho with interment in the United church cemetery.
[Welland Tribune January 5, 1940]
Mr. and Mrs. Paul Perrault, 54 Empire street are the proud parents of the first baby of the new year in Welland. The 1940 infant, a girl, arrived at the Perrault home at 11.45 on Wednesday morning and mother and child are both reported doing well. The infant weighed 9 1/4 pounds at birth, and was delivered on the mother’s 22nd birthday. Mrs. Perrault is the former Miss Julia Takacz. Dr. M.A. Renaud was in attendance.
Being the stork’s first delivery in 1940, the infant becomes eligible for prizes offered by Welland merchants. The Perrault infant preceded by 26 hours the arrival of a son to Mr. And Mrs. Enrys Evans, R.R. 2 Welland. The Evans baby was born yesterday afternoon at 2 p/m. With Dr. F.C. Myers in attendance.
[Welland Tribune January 5, 1940]
The death occurred yesterday morning at the residence in Bethel, Humberstone township, of Mrs William N. Learn in her 74th year. Deceased had been ailing for about one year. She was born at Doan’s Ridge and had lived in the township for 28 years. She was an adherent of Bethel United church and a former member of the Ladies’ Aid of that church.
Surviving are her husband, one daughter, Mrs. Wm. Meyer of Welland and three grandchildren. The funeral will be held Saturday afternoon at 2 o’clock from the late residence to Doan’s Ridge cemetery. Rev. M. Culp of Bethel United church will have charge of the service.
Funerals-Mrs. W.N. Learn
The funeral of Mrs. William Learn who passed away Thursday at her residence in Bethel, was held Saturday afternoon from the late residence to Doan’s Ridge cemetery. Rev. M.M. Culp of Bethel United church was in charge.
The pallbearers were John White, George, Emanuel, and Dennis, Ernest McIntryre, Harvey Beach,, N. Lampman, and John.
Floral tributes expressed for sympathy of friends and relatives
[Welland Tribune January 3, 1940]
Final rites for the late Mrs. Mary Bacon, who passed away at her residence, 35 McCormick street on Saturday, December 30th, were conducted from the home at 2p.m. yesterday. Friends gathered in large numbers to pay their last respects.
At the service, in charge of Rev. R.A. Cranston, minister of St Andrew’s Presbyterian church, the hymn, “Jesus Saviour Pilot Me” was sung by Mrs.J. Lyons and Elizabeth Brubaker.
Among the floral tributes were pieces from the Canadian Legion Ladies’ Auxiliary, Duchess of York Camp and Loyal True Blue lodge.
The pall bearers were Donald and Jack McIlvride, Gilbert and Frank Dickie and Harry and Bert Webb.
Interment was in Woodlawn cemetery.
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