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[People’s Press, 23 May 1905]
HUMBERSTONE-The community mourns the loss of an old and esteemed citizen in the person of Wm. Zeiter, who died quite suddenly early yesterday morning. Deceased had been ailing all winter, but his condition became serious Saturday night and he rapidly sank, death coming at the hour above mentioned. He was born in Germany, but came to this country when a boy. He married Mary Rother, who survives with two adopted daughters, Miss Lorna Rother and Miss Calista Rother, and two brothers, Christian of Niagara Falls, Ont., and Charles of Minneapolis. The community loses a valuable member in the death of Mr. Zeiter. The funeral arrangements have not yet been made at this this writing.
[Welland Tribune October 19, 1943]
Wellandport, Oct. 19-A wedding of more than ordinary local interest was solemnized on Sunday, Oct 17 at 10.30 a.m. in Anglican Temple, Los Angeles, California when Elizabeth Elimore, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs Clarence M. Webber was united in marriage to Lieutenant Wayne Melvin Morse, United States Army.
The bride is the daughter of the former Miss Nellie Seldon, daughter of the late James P. Seldon and Mrs. Seldom of Wellandport, who resided here until Miss Seldon’s marriage to C.M. webber who was clerk of the city of Welland for several years prior to taking up residence in Los Angeles. The bride is an ordained minister in the temple and a valued member of the choir of 150 voices. Rev. Aimee Semple McPherson, pastor of the temple, officiated at the ceremony, following which felicitations were received in the parsonage.
[Welland Tribune December 16, 1943]
A pretty wedding was solemnized on Saturday, December 11, at 4p.m., when Margaret Ada Jolley, daughter of Mr. and Mrs Gordon Jolley, Schofield avenue, became the bride of James Duliban, son of Mr. and Mrs S. Duliban of St Ann’s. The ceremony was performed at the home of the bride’s parents, by Rev. F,A. Sayles.
The bride, given in marriage by her father, woe a street length dress of pastel blue crepe with navy accessories and a corsage of red roses.
The matron of honor, Mrs Neil Braid of Buffalo, cousin of the bride wore a two-piece beige crepe dress with brown accessories and corsage of red roses.
The best man was Jack Stevens R.C.A.F, of Toronto. David Mooly Braid, uncle of the bride sang “Oh Promise Me.”
A reception was held at the bride’s home with Mrs Jolley receiving the guests in a navy crepe dress and Mrs. Duliban, mother of the groom, wearing a two=piece black dress. Both wore corsages of roses.
Later the bride donned a navy coat over her wedding dress and the happy couple left for a wedding trip to Hamilton and on their return will reside in Toronto. St Anns, Smithville and Buffalo.
[Welland Tribune December 18, 1943]
The wedding took place this morning at St Thomas Anglican church , St. Catharines, at 11 a.m. of Jane Elizabeth Davidson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. F.E, Davidson, Fonthill and James Fortnam Bell son of W,J, Bell and the late Mrs. Bell of Toronto. Rev. Canon James officiated.
The bride, given in marriage by her father, wore a brown suit with matching hat, brown accessories minkl scarf and corsage of yellow and white orchids.
The bridesmaid, Miss Ruth Pritchard of Toronto, wore a brown suit with matching accessories and corsage of yellow roses.
George H. Hammond of Toronto was best man. Following the ceremony a wedding luncheon for the immediate families was held at the Welland House, St Catharines.
Mr. and Mrs. Bell will spend their honeymoon at Limberlost Lodge, Muskoka and on their return will make their home in Welland.
[Welland Tribune January 2, 1945]
A quiet but lovely wedding took place Saturday afternoon at 2.30 o’clock at the United Church parsonage where Rev. G.H. Knighton joined Helen Gravelle, Gas line and George McConnell, Port Colborne, in holy matrimony.
The bride wore a light blue tailored dress, blue hat with shoulder length veil and a corsage of pink mums.
Miss Jean Ayres of Hamilton attended the bride. Her dress was navy blue with white hat and a corsage of yellow mums.
Dan Shields of Crowland was best man.
A reception was held during the afternoon and evening at the home of Mrs. Dora Ayres. The bride;s table was set with a lace cloth and bouquets of lovely flowers.
[Welland Tribune November 20, 1943]
St Terresa’a church was the scene of a lovely wedding this afternoon at two o’clock, when Rev. B. Malone united in marriage Betty Alberta Bell, daughter of Mrs. Fred Morgan and John Bell of Goderich to John Torok, son of Mr. And Mrs. Frank Torok, 105 Mitchell street, Port Colborne.
An attractive street-length frock of moss green brown accessories and a corsage of pink rose buds was chosen by the bride.
Miss Margaret Bell, sister of the bride was dressed in brown, heightened with beige accessories and a corsage of Joanna Hill rose buds.
The groomsman was Alex Korikas, uncle of the groom.
A reception for 50 guests was held following the ceremony at the home of the groom’s parents where the bride’s mother received wearing navy blue with corsage of roses. Mrs. Torok, mother of the groom, chose navy with touches of white and rose corsage.
The bride’s table was centred with a three-tier wedding cake and decorated with white baby mums.
For travelling to Hamilton and Goderich, the bride chose a brown tweed coat with her wedding ensemble.
Mr. and Mrs. Torok will make their home in Port Colborne.
Out-of-town guests attended from Goderich, Delhi and Buffalo, N.Y.
[Welland Tribune December 15, 1943]
A quiet wedding took place at 1p.m. on Dec. 2 at the home of Mr. And Mrs F. Dunn, St Catharines, when their daughter, Dorothy, was united in marriage to LAC. Mishel Rose, son of the late Frank Rose and Mrs. Rose of Port Robinson.
The house was decorated with mums and ferns and Rev. Van Loone performed the ceremony.
The bride, given in marriage by her father, wore a pale blue two piece wool suit with tai punto embroidery, a matching blue veiled hat, black accessories and a corsage of tea roses.
The maid of honor, Miss Betty Dunn, sister of the bride, wore a gold wool suit with brown accessories and a corsage of roses.
Frederick Dunn, brother of the bride, was the best man.
Following the ceremony the bride’s mother received the guests in a brown crepe dress with matching accessories and Mrs. Rose, mother of the groom, chose a wine wool dress.
The bride’s table was covered with a lace cloth and centered with a bowl of mums and tall tapers.
Later the bride and groom left for a honeymoon at St. Thomas. The bride choosing a turquoise wool princess dress trimmed with brown stitching matching hat and muskrat coat.
The groom will return to his post at Dafoe, Sask., and the bride will reside with her parents.
[Welland Tribune, 8 August 1905]
Mrs. Robert Westrop, sister of the late James Saurin of this town (Humberstone) died suddenly in Toronto on Saturday afternoon last. With her family, Mrs. Westrop spent the afternoon at the Island (Hanlans). Returning with some of the party, the deceased hurried to catch a ferry boat, but missed it. The exertion and excitement proved too much for Mrs. Westrop and turning to one of her companions, she exclaimed, “I am dying” and expired. The family were well known and greatly respected here, their old home. About two years ago the surviving husband suffered a stroke of paralysis, and has been in a feeble condition ever since. Two sons and one daughter also survive-Robert, Allen and Nellie. One sister, Mrs. Eldridge, residing in Toronto, is now the only surviving member of the Saurin family. Mrs. Westrop’s sudden demise is a sad blow to her family and friends, and expressions of sympathy are heard on every hand. The funeral was held yesterday at 2.30 p.m. from the house to Mount Pleasant cemetery. Mr. and Mrs. William Saurin and Mrs. Jas. Saurin attended the funeral.
[People’s Press, 12 September 1905]
Andrew Reeb, one of the most esteemed residents of Wainfleet, passed away yesterday afternoon at the advanced age of 78 years and 6 months, his wife predeceased him exactly five weeks ago yesterday. Deceased had been ailing for the past six months, and death was not unexpected.
Mr. Reeb was born in Alsace, Germany, and came to this country when 8 years of age. He was a poor boy when he came, but by industry, untiring energy and sterling integrity had become one of the wealthiest, best known and highly respected farmers in the community. He was a member of the English church. Though a most successful man in all private pursuits, he never aspired to public honors but in him the community loses one its most staunch and valuable citizens.
Three members of the family survive, two brothers, John of Port Colborne and George of California; one sister, Mrs. Burger of Stevensville. He is also survived by nine children (three sons and six daughters) viz: Charles and Lewis Reeb of Wainfleet, Emanuel Reeb of Montrose, Mrs. Fahrbach, Mrs. Mathias Neff and Mrs. Frank Neff of Wainfleet and Humberstone; Mrs. Ed Early of Welland and Miss Susie Reeb of St. Catharines.
The funeral will be held on Thursday at 2 p.m. Services will be conducted at the house and interment will be made in Overholt’s cemetery.
[People’s Press, 31 July 1900]
Jack Hindson, (cousin of Mrs. S.J. Sidey) serving with the Cumberland contingent of the Imperial Veromanry in South Africa, was killed in a skirmish at Faber’s farm about June 9th. Three members-Hindson, Wright and Fenton-were exposed to a withering fire while crossing bare ground. Hindson and Wright were shot through the head, death being instantaneous. Fenton had his foot taken off and was shot through both hands. Twenty-three British and seventy-five Boers were killed in the engagement.
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