[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.
J. Haney has secured work in the sand pit.
Monday was celebrated here by a general fishing excursion.
Ezra Gee, who has been suffering from blood poisoning, is getting along nicely.
Some of our local cavalry and infantry are making preparations to go to camp on June 8th.
Rev. Bachus will preach at Bethel on Sunday evening; encourage your minister with your presence.
Blake Moore, who recently underwent a severe surgical operation, is still in a precarious condition.
John Hill has recently moved from England and taken up his residence with his brother, James Hill.
The frost of last week did very little damage, but Tuesday’s frost was somewhat heavier; we anticipate a slight damage to fruit generally.
Would the person who found the book sack on the Canboro road, with a second reader, arithmetic and a copy book, kindly leave at school house or at S.H. Horton’s.
Archie Lambert has been very sick for some few weeks; at present writing he is no better. We understand an operation will be performed by Drs. Greenwood and Birdsall, which we hope will radically relieve the patient.
Willie Jamieson has been indisposed for a few days.
Mr. Backus was the guest of A. Jamieson on Sunday.
James Hill is much better; so that he gets around again.
Miss Lindaberry of Welland spent Sunday and Monday at A. Jamieson’s.
Our enterprising mechanic, C. Misener has added a corn sheller to his shop.
The members of the U.B. church had a bee, and boarded up their new shed.
Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Robins of Beckett’s Bridge visited at Levi Robins’ on Sunday.
D.W. Bea has rented R.M. Jamieson’s farm, but will not take possession until spring.
Thanksgiving was generally observed. All business, except pig killing was suspended.
Theo. Bea has returned to his home, after spending the working season in Wainfleet.
The sale of Mrs. House’s farm implements and produce was quite largely attended, and everything brought fair prices.
P.W. Beamer is building an implement house.
Revival meetings at Salem have been stopped.
C.A. Cook, our popular councillor, is building a fine machine shop.
A petition is in circulation to repeal the existing local option bylaw in Gainsboro.
Mrs. A. Jamieson has been on an extended visit with a sister at Birmingham, Mich.
The condition of Theo. Horton remains unchanged.
J. Harvey expects to work in Uncle Sam’s land this summer.
Ezra Gee has been quite sick for a few days, but is much better now.
Master Charlie Misener has been very sick for some time. He is improving.
O.W. Beamer has been suffering from rheumatism. His Condition improves.
The union in connection with Bethel church. which was heretofore held on Thursday evening, is now held on Sabbath evening.
Don’t forget the lecture, “The First Marriage,” by Rev. Cowling tonight (Friday) Admission 10c- in aid of Bethel appointment.
Mrs Charles Lambert is having a serious time with her eyes. She has consulted a well-known oculist of Toronto, but we are sorry to say she is not permanently relieved.
Local sports will attend the world’s fair at Marshville next Saturday.
Mrs. Tremp of Duluth has been visiting relatives and friends in this neighborhood.
A. Swayze, who has been on an extended visit at his mother’s, Mrs. M.A. Swayze’s, has returned to his home.
A “surprise” in honor of Mrs. Tremp, was given at the home of Elmer Misener on Monday night. About fifty neighbors and friends assembled to participate in the program. Various amusements were indulged in during the evening till about midnight, when the crowd, after thanking Mr. and Mrs Misener for their hospitality, wended their way homeward.
Mrs. E.M. Robbins, whose illness was noted in last week’s Tribune, passed peacefully away on Saturday. Deceased was well-known and much respected by a host of friends. She had taught school near Attercliffe for some three years, after which she married Stephen Robbins, who predeceased her some three years. She had always taken an active interest in every institution having for its motto, good, and it may truly be said of her that the world is the better for her having lived. Since her husband’s death she had been quite unwell; at times very bad, but would rally again. Her last sickness came upon her while visiting at Mr. Coleman’s; from the first it did not seem that she would recover, and after a week she passed to rest. The funeral was held on Tuesday, services at the house. It was under the auspices of the C.O.C.E.
Jacob Gee is suffering from blood poisoning.
J. Haney and family have moved to Sherkston
Mrs. P. Lambert has been quite sick for a few days.
Mr. and Mrs. R.M. Jamieson are visiting at Niagara Falls, Ont.
Joseph Culp’s family from the lake were visitors at their uncle’s, A. Jamieson.
Master Archie Lambert is mending nicely and will soon be able to be among his young friends again.
The wheat and hay crops are looking grand in this section and promise to equal if not surpass those of any former year.
Mrs. B. Angle of Niagara Falls, N.Y.is rusticating at home.
R.M. Jamieson has the contract for building a store in Bismarck.
Blake Moore still lies in a very critical condition.
Many of the residents of this and surrounding neighborhoods attended the picnic at Attercliffe on Wednesday.
Master Frank Bea was successful at the entrance and Willie Jamieson at public school leaving exams. Congratulations, boys!
The camp meeting in Swayze’s grove is quite largely attended, Rev. Dillon officiating.
Wm. Piper suffered a slight fracture of the left arm. It is doing nicely.
The Bethel Sunday school will picnic at Lowbanks on Wednesday next.
Some of the loyal old residents are wondering why the stars and stripes were fluttering through here last week. We wonder why? May be the Dingley bill has driven them out of their own country.
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