[Welland Tribune, 15 October 1897]
A very pleasant event took place at the residence of Joseph Peacock, Rockway, township of Louth, on the 6th, inst., when his eldest daughter Laura A., was united in matrimony to Morley E. Schooley of the township of Humberstone. At noon the bridal party proceeded to the parlor, while the wedding march was rendered by Mrs. Chauncey Moot. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. Mr. Kay of Stevensville, assisted by the Rev. Mr. Buchannan of Rockway and North Pelham. The bride, tastily attired in cream brocade silk trimmed with pearls and chiffon, carried a beautiful bouquet of white roses, and was attended by her sister Nellie and Miss Nettie Stoner, both becomingly dressed in blue henrietta with trimmings of lace, silk and ribbon. The little maid of honor was Bessie Noble of St. Catharines, dressed in cream henrietta with pearl and ribbon trimmings. The groomsmen were Arthur Ball of Louth and Jas. McIntyre of Humberstone. Soon after the conclusion of the ceremony the numerous guests adjourned to the dining room, where a sumptuous repast was provided. The bride and groom, accompanied by the bridesmaids and groomsmen took their departure early in the afternoon, amid a shower of rice, for the G.T.R. station, St. Catharines, on a tour to the west. The bride was the recipient of many valuable and useful presents, showing the kindly feelings entertained for the young couple.
[Welland Tribune, 18 June 1897]
Julia Margaret Klee, youngest daughter of the late John F. Klee, died on Saturday of apoplexy, after an illness of a very few minutes. Miss Klee was living with her mother, and had not been feeling quite well for a day or two. About noon on Saturday she said, “Ma, I feel sick” and in fifteen minutes she was dead. Deceased was born in Humberstone, and was in her 36th year at her death. The remains were buried on Tuesday at 10 a.m. from her mother’s residence. Rev. Mr. Dorn conducted service at the house, interment at Overholt’s cemetery.
[Welland Tribune, 10 October 1897]
During Tuesday night burglars entered J.H. Crow’s hardware store and carried off between $50 and $75 worth of goods. The silverware case was emptied, a couple of dozen razors taken, a few pocket knives and other articles. Unless goods has been taken that Mr. Crow has not yet missed, the loss will not exceed $75. Entrance was effected through the office window, the guard on which was out of repair, allowing the burglars easy means of access. No clue seems to have been left to trace the thieves. A number of articles had been carefully removed from the office window, and the marks of muddy boots were on the office stool and the store floor. It is not thought that the robbers are professionals. A hard winter is at hand and merchants will do well to guard a far as possible, against such losses as Mr. Crow had just experienced.
[Welland Tribune, 12 April 1897]
Two umbrella menders-Lee Dixon and Ed. Burns-had been about town for several days, and on Tuesday week they went into Deterling’s hotel and offered to sell a dog-which, later was found to belong to Dr. Neff. Between 3 and 4 o’clock on the afternoon of Tuesday, Mr. Deterling left the bar for a short time to lie down, and while absent his money box was stolen. The umbrella menders were in the bar when Fred was absent, and they were at once suspected. Constable Augustine and others followed the men and arrested them down the canal. On being searched, about $8 was found in their possession, also a pair of mittens and shoe brush which Mr. Deterling recognized as belonging to him. The men had previously been begging for food, and were supposed to be dead broke until the money was found on their person. The prisoners were tried before P.M. Hellems on Monday, and decision reserved. The constables are holding the money in the meantime.
[Welland Tribune, 2 April 1897]
E.S. LEAVENWORTH, formerly of St. Catharines, died at the residence of his son at Solon, Ohio, last week, aged 73 years. Deceased was one of the old-time printers who are fast a passing away, having learned the trade in the office of his father, who published the first paper printed in St. Catharines, about 1826. The body was brought to St. Catharines for interment.
The bait and tackle shop sat by the lake
Where folks came to see how many fish they’d take
Some of the fish were Pickerel Bass and Trout
So may everyone only take their limit out
Before the shop is open some people came
Even though it was cloudy and looked like rain
There were canoes wooden and aluminum boats
Will anyone because of their haul try to boast
Early in the morning is the best time to fish
But they were better when cooked in a dish
You went to fish in a car or a pickup truck
But some fished all day without any luck.
Children walked there to take a dip in the lake
As on a hot day a swim sure felt great
The fishing tackle didn’t cost much unlike today
And as bait was live little you also did pay
At night a bonfire was there on the shore
Before the folks left to return later once more
No licence was needed to enjoy the pastime
But today you need one so you won’t get a fine
Some used a stick with a line and a hook
To see if they’d get a fish for supper to cook
Years ago people walked miles to fish through the ice
Then returned at night with a catch so nice
It’s hardly worth the bother to go and fish today
As all fish have mercury and other chemicals I say
I’ve never fished much as I’d rather go for a swim
Instead of hoping for a fish the water was good to be in.
Winston Ralph – Bancroft, ON
[Welland Tribune, 18 August 1905]
Mr. Robert Haymes, who died at this place last week, was the last of the old guard of Englishmen who came out here over fifty years ago and took up county land. Among them were: Braun, Stevenette, Gifford, Osborne, Hill, Hoag, Jones and Phelps-all now deceased he was a conservative in politics and a Methodist of the old school. No roads or weather were too bad for him to get out of service at church at any time during his life. He was a thorough farmer and good neighbor, and highly respected by all who knew him. Mr. Haymes was married in England and he and his wife came here together with three children, the rest of the family being all born in this vicinity. His wife died about seven years ago. The surviving members of his family are Robert, John and Salem of Marshville, Mrs. John Akins, Niagara Falls, Mrs. N.F. Box, Port Robinson and Eliza, home on the farm.
FORKS ROAD
[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.
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