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Welland’s Handsome Homes
Dr. Glasgow’s Fine New Residence
[Welland Telegraph 1897]
If the camera could be brought to bear upon our town residences, it would probably reveal more handsome homes than could be found in any other town in Canada the size of Welland: it would give a picture album of which our citizens might well be proud. The advance on thus line during the past dozen years has been very marked, and visitors are sincere in their praises of the attractions of our county town. Costly and permanent homes are a pretty sure index that citizens have anchored here for good, and in this respect the future prosperity of Welland seems measured. The season just closing has seen many additions to this long list of elegant and substantial residences, among which the new home of Dr. Glasgow, corner of Division and Burgar streets, stands out conspicuously for its size, costliness and beauty. It is one of the most striking houses in town, and the exterior is but an index of the beauty, comfort and modern conveniences within.
WILLIAM HILL
[Welland Tribune, 2 July 1897]
Over three hundred residents of Wainfleet and surrounding country testified their esteem and respect for the late William Hill of Wainfleet by attending his funeral on Sunday afternoon last, fully one hundred carriages and wagons following the remains to the place of interment at Morgan’s cemetery. Death took place on Friday evening, June 25, the result of paralysis. William Hill was born at Gaitsgill, Cumberland county, England, on Nov. 27, 1831, and came to this country when about 26 years of age. He first settled below St. Catharines, where he was married in 1857 to Ann Hindson, daughter of the late John Hindson of Welland. In 1859 Mr. Hill and family moved near to the village of Marshville on the farm now occupied by David Campbell, about eight years later, purchasing the homestead near Sugarloaf, on which he lived the balance of his days. By his energy and unflagging industry he accumulated considerable property, making a home for himself and family almost in the heart of what was then a wilderness. He was honest and honorable to a fault, and died beloved by all who knew him. The bereaved widow, five sons and three daughters survive to mourn the death of husband and father, namely:- James, John, William, Joseph and Roland Hill, Mrs. Clifton Schooley, Mrs. Geo. Jennings, and Miss Susan Elizabeth Hill. The impressive funeral service of the Church of England was conducted by Rev. A. Bonny, following the same with an address which earnestly appealed to all in the large audience to make their peace with God while the opportunity was theirs’. After the service, long lines of sympathizing friends passed the casket to view the face of one who had been a kind neighbor and a good citizen of the community for forty years. Messrs. D.H. Crow, Peter Barrick, Benj. Davis, Elihu Graybiel, Wm. Ellsworth and Jacob Neff acted as pallbearers, with Undertaker Ellsworth in charge of the funeral. The family gratefully acknowledge the universal sympathy so sincerely tendered. The township loses a worthy citizen in the death of Mr. Hill, and the TRIBUNE joins sincerely in the expression of deep regret expressed by all who knew him.
WILLIAM W. POTTER
[Welland Tribune, 2 July 1897]
William W. Potter died very suddenly at his home in Canboro township on Saturday, 26th June past, aged 63 years. He had had heart trouble for years. On the day of his death he was in his usual health. In the evening he took tea in Canboro village, some two miles from his home; returning to his home about six o’clock, he was suddenly prostrated and expired in a few minutes-a striking exemplification that in the midst of life we are in death.
Deceased was a son-in-law of late John Tice of North Pelham, and formerly lived in Pelham township, he and Mr. Tice running a brickyard. He leaves a widow, one son and one daughter. His funeral took place on Monday, interment at North Pelham cemetery. Rev. Mr. Marshall, Methodist, of Canboro, conducted the services, which were held in the North Pelham Presbyterian church and were very largely attended.
CHRISTOPHER BRAUGH GOES WEST
[Welland Tribune, 14 May 1897]
C. Braugh, who owns a nice little farm just north of town, stepped aboard an M.C.R. train on Tuesday and went west, leaving his poor old wife aged 82 years to look after herself. Braugh left behind him a letter telling his wife that he would never return, and stating that she would find $7 on the clock shelf (which she did). Braugh is a man nearly 80 years of age. The farm and buildings are probably worth $1500, and we understand the mortgage against them is $800, so that Mrs. Braugh will probably be able to retain the place as long as she lives by having it worked on shares. Two nephews have since been here arranging matters as well as possible for the old lady, and she will not suffer for the present at least, the house containing considerable provisions. Old man Braugh’s action is strange and unexpected, and he may yet repent and return to his aged partner. He complained to the man who took him to the station of a pain in the head, and some had fears as to his intentions toward himself, but it is generally thought that he may have gone to Illinois where his sister resides.
Our files show that Catherine Barbara, wife of Christopher Braugh, passed away in Thorold township on 28 June, 1897.
JOHN P. EASTMAN
[Welland Tribune, 1 January 1897]
EASTMAN-KEENAN- A wedding of unusual interest took place at residence of Capt. William Keenan, Pelham, on Wednesday, 30th, inst., when his daughter Ida May was united to Mr. John P. Eastman, also of Pelham. The wedding ceremony was performed by Rev. J. Parker Bell. About 90 guests were present and partook of the wedding feast, which was wholly provided for and served by a leading caterer of the city of Hamilton. The presents to the bride were very numerous, elegant and valuable. After their wedding trip, Mr. and Mrs. Eastman will make their home in Pelham, freighted with the congratulations and good wishes of a host of friends
WILLIAM HENRY HURST
[Welland Tribune, 11 June 1897]
A sad and sudden death occurred on Monday in the person of Henry Hurst, Queen street. Deceased was ill but three days before his death. He leaves a wife and family of three sons and two daughters-William, who is a sailor on an ocean steamer, and Frank, Charles, Cora and Lillie, at home. The funeral was held on Wednesday afternoon by Rev. Dr. Orme, interment at Plato’s. Deceased was formerly a resident of Welland.
Died: 8 June 1897
TOWN NEWS
[Welland Tribune, 1 January 1897]
Friend Michael Soords celebrated his 53rd birthday last Saturday. At least he did until noon, when by an arithmetical revision of the returns he discovered that it was only his 52d anniversary. No case is on record of a lady ever having made such a mistake as this.
Dr. Frederic Clore Myers (1897-1961)
Dr. Myers was born August 26, 1897 in St Marys Ontario.His parents were Cleophus Morehouse Myers and Elizabeth Schoots. His parents and grandparents operated woolen mills in St Marys.
Dr. Myers completed high school in St Marys then, graduated from University Of Toronto in Medicine in 1922. Dr. Myers interned at the Detroit Receiving Hospital and spent two years in the logging camps in the far north.
About 1925 he came for a visit to St Catharines and decided to settle in Fonthill. He took over many of Dr. Emmett’s patients.
His office and living quarters were over the Imperial bank at the corner of Pelham Street and Highway 20.
In 1929 he married Mary Ellen Davidson, born June 1, 1901. She was the daughter of Stewart Elliott Davidson and Sarah Jane Robertshaw . He was a partner in Wellington nurseries. Stewart Davidson, it is said, introduced peaches to the Niagara area.
In 1929 Dr Myers and his wife built their home on Pelham Street. The shingle “Dr. F.C. Myers” hung there for over thirty five years.
Mary enjoyed her flower gardens.
Dr. Myers served in the Royal Canadian Medical Corps 1942-1946.
In 1931 they had a son Frederick Stewart, he studied theology and was an ordained Anglican Priest. He married Mary Stirtzinger. He died at the age of 30 from cancer.
In 1937 Sarah Elizabeth was born. She became a registered nurse, she married Rev. Donald Neish, Anglican Priest and moved to Nova Scotia.
Mary was confined to a wheelchair with arthritis for much of her later life. Their son Stewart died in 1960.
Dr Myers died March1961 of a heart attack at age 63. The funeral took place at Holy Trinity church and he was buried in the Fonthill cemetery.
He was a very well liked family doctor. He delivered over 1500 babies, the first birth January 20,1925 and the last December 29, 1959.
His wife Mary died November 11, 1967.
DANIEL L. McGLASHAN
[Welland Tribune, 22 January 1897]
The many friends of Daniel L. McGlashan in this county were sadly startled on Monday last to hear of his death, which occurred suddenly at his residence at Windsor a few minutes after 12 o’clock that morning. The cause of death was heart failure. Deceased had been on duty until about 2 the previous afternoon, when he was taken ill with vomiting, etc. He went home and medical assistance was summoned but all to no avail; he died shortly after midnight. Mr. McGlashan was born in Pelham on Jan. 30, 1835, and therefore was close to 62 years of age. He was the son of the late John McGlashan, carriage maker. He was formerly a well-known resident of Pelham and Welland, especially in musical circles, having been a successful teacher of music and manager of musical conventions. He was also a large dealer in musical instruments at one time. He was appointed a special customs officer at Windsor eleven years ago and has since resided there. He was twice married. His second wife-Amanda Church-survives, also his daughter by his first wife, Jennie, wife of Wm. K. Balfour of Hamilton. Deceased was a member of the Presbyterian church, and of the Masonic fraternity.
The funeral from Welland on Thursday was under the auspices of Copestone Masonic lodge with W. Bros, Charles Hearn director of ceremonies and W. Bros. I.P. Willson as exponent of the ritual. W. Bros. Golden, I.P.M. of Windsor Masonic lodge, accompanied the body from Windsor and joined the brethren in administering the last sad rites to a well-beloved brother. Among the profuse floral offerings was a handsome contribution from Windsor lodge. Prior to the Masonic services, Rev. Mr. McCuaig offered up a prayer, read a portion of scripture, and gave a short and impressive funeral address. The following named acted as pallbearers: E. Morris, John Phelps, David Ross, W.G. Somerville, W.E. Barker and Charles Stewart. Interment was made at North Pelham cemetery.
CONCERT POSTPONED-On account of the death of Daniel L. McGlashan, brother of John McGlashan, the conductor of the concert of “Esther, the Beautiful Queen,” that was to have been given in the town hall last Wednesday evening has been postponed until Wednesday evening, Feb. 10th at same time.