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[Welland Tribune, 19 July 1897]
Miss Lizzie Lambert died of diphtheria July 15th. The funeral service was conducted in the Zion U.B. church by Rev. Ray of the Church of Christ.
ALBERT HILES
Albert Hiles, son of Joseph Hiles, who has been sick for the past two years, passed away July 10th. The funeral service was conducted in the Moulton church by Rev. J. Mager. Interment took place in the Moulton cemetery.
[Welland Tribune, 26 November 1897]
Jennie Hunt, aged ten years, died at the house of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. H.E. Hunt, on Tuesday, of inflammation of the bowels, after an illness oaf about three weeks. The deceased was a winsome little child, and the family have the sympathy of all in their bereavement. The funeral services were held today from the family residence at two o’clock. This clipping is from the “Courier’ of Caro, Tuscola County, Michigan, of date Nov. 11, 1897. Henry E. Hunt, Esq., will be remembered as one of those who were burned out in the disastrous fire at Fonthill in spring of 1888, Mr. Hunt losing his harness and saddlery business. He, shortly after, with his family removed to Michigan , followed by the good-will of a wide circle of friends who will sympathize with the family in this bereavement,
[Welland Tribune, 18 August 1905]
Mrs. Thomas Priestman, who passed to rest at her late residence in Wainfleet, on Wednesday, 16 inst., was born at Nunda, Livingston, Co, N.Y., on Nov., 22d, 1821, and thus in the 84th year of her age,.her maiden name was Matilda Batterson, she was married on Jan. 1, 1846, to her late husband, Thomas Priestman., who died on Nov. 27th, 1899. Her long life from childhood up was passed in Wainfleet township. In religion she was a firm and consistent member of the Baptist church. Her four children-two sons and two daughters –all survive and all live in the township of Wainfleet, as follows:-David, Ennis, Josephine and Mrs. Thos. Robertson.
The funeral will be held today, service at her late residence at 2 p.m; interment at the Willson burying ground.
Mr. and Mrs. Christian Haist
[Welland Tribune, 1 September 1905]
August the 25th, 1905, witnessed the gladsome event of the anniversary of the golden wedding of Christian Haist and his good wife. The day was all that could be desired, and the near relatives gathered on the extensive lawn of Mr. Haist at Fonthill, Ont.
All the descendants of the aged couple now living were present. These were six children, seventeen grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Besides there were those united by marriage, and a brother of Mr. Haist with P.E. J.G. Litt, and Pastor A. Clemens and his family.
Of those who attended their wedding fifty years ago only two are living, who were too feeble to be present. Mr. and Mrs. Haist may, however, see their diamond wedding which we hope may be so.
Mrs. Haist was born in Waterloo Co., Ont. and Mr. Haist in Wurtemburg, Germany. After they met and were married they lived for one year at Fonthill, then three years at Credition, after which they again came to Pelham and for the last forty-five years lived on the farm where now stands the beautiful home, the fruits of their industry. During their long life together they had many difficulties to face as pioneers, but they met them bravely and succeeded all along the path of life. They are among the first fruits of the missionaries of the Evangelical Association and have been faithful members of that church for many years.
Many and hearty were the congratulations of the guests and other friends as Mr. and Mrs. Haist celebrated their fiftieth wedding anniversary.
The dinner table on the lawn was decorated appropriately, in colors that told of the special event, and the table itself was loaded with all sorts of toothsome viands. The wedding cake was made by the bride of fifty years herself.
After dinner a program was rendered, and Mr. Haist in response to the address to themselves, said they were thankful for the fifty years together, that they had endeavored to live upright lives up to the end of life, and urged that upon others. The gifts were beautiful. Besides gold coin, there were gold plate of different description, a clock and a gold headed cane.
The day was passed, but not the memory of it. We all hope for many years of blessing to Mr. and Mrs. Haist.
[Welland Telegraph August 6, 1903]
The funeral of the infant of Mr and Mrs, Frank Winger took place last Thursday afternoon. The services were held in the Tunker church and conducted by Rev. Asa Bearess.
Mr and Mrs Winger have the sympathy of the community. Interment took place in the Tunker cemetery.
[Welland Tribune December 21, 1943]
At the Welland County General hospital on Tuesday, December 21, 1943, Alvin George Dafoe, beloved snb of Mr, and Mrs I.A. Dafoe, 404 River road, in his 19th year. Resting at the Sutherland-Thorpe funeral home , 152 Hellems Ave, for private service at 8.30 p.m. Tuesday. The remains will be shipped from Welland on Wednesday morn ing, December 22, to Tweed, Ont. For service and burial Thursday morning in Tweed cemetery.
A prayer service was conducted last night by Rev. A.H. Davis at the Sutherland-Thorpe funeral home, 152 Hellems avenue, for Alvin George Dafoe, 18 who died yesterday morning in Welland County General hospital after a brief illness. The remains were shipped today to Tweed Ont. For the service and interment.
[Welland Tribune, 23 June 1905]
Judge W.W. Fitzgerald after a long illness, passed away peacefully to rest on Wednesday at his home at London, Ont. Deceased filled the office of county judge of Welland county for several years, and until ill-health prevented, about two years ago. After leaving here he spent some time in Virginia, partially recovering his health; and for the past year he has been in London. He had a stroke about a month ago, the results finally proving fatal. He was a prominent Orangeman and Forester. His widow, two sons-Dr. Fitzgerald of New York City, and C.E.T. Fitzgerald, practicing law at Winnipeg-and one daughter, Miss Amy, survive. Judge Fitzgerald had a wide circle of warm friends in Welland County, who deeply regret his demise.
Since the above was in type we learn that late William Weir Fitzgerald was appointed county judge of Welland on April 3, 1893, and nominally held the office until September 8, 1903, when his successor, Judge Wells, was appointed. For the last eighteen months his health was so bad that the office was filled by T.D. Cowper , who was appointed deputy judge for that purpose.
[Welland Tribune, 1 Sept. 1905]
Treasurer of Haldimand County for 20 years-A Prominent Liberal
Cayuga, Aug. 28-By the death of Mr. Adam Davis the county of Haldimand has lost one of its earliest settlers and most respected citizens. The deceased had for twenty years been treasurer of the county of Haldimand, and previous to accepting that office was reeve of the township of Seneca for a long period and warden of the county. At the general elections of 1986 he contested Haldimand in the Liberal interest against the Hon. Dr. Montague. In his earlier years Mr. Davis was an enthusiastic militiaman holding the rank of captain in the Haldimand Rifles, and an expert rifle rifle shot. In religion he was a member of the Church of England and took a very active part in its welfare. For many years Mr. Davis was an able and fearless magistrate. He will be greatly missed.
[Welland Tribune, 7 April 1905]
A very pretty wedding was solemnized at high noon, on Wednesday, the 5th inst, at the home of A. Angle, about three miles west of the village, when their adopted daughter, Miss Etta Robins, was united in marriage to Andrew Dalrymple, eldest son of John Dalrymple, Esq., of Gainsboro, the officiating pastor of Presbyterian church of this place. The young couple were very popular in church and social circles and they have the congratulations and best wishes of a host of friends. The presents were very numerous and costly.
[Welland Ttribune, 7 April 1905]
Mrs. Geo. Snyder, relict of the late Geo. Snyder, Gainsboro, died quite suddenly at the home of her son, Adam Snyder, on Wednesday morning. The funeral will be held from her late residence on Saturday at the Methodist church of this place, and interment in the Heaslip cemetery.