[Welland Tribune, 21 April 1905]
We are called upon to record the loss of another of our venerable fathers in the demise of Andrew Pettit Bridgman.
Of a family who came from Devonshire, Eng., and settled in New York state, and at a time of the cession of the States, with many loyal hearts they came to Canada and took up land in Nova Scotia, where two sons Thomas and William, were born. Later removing to the Niagara Peninsula they settled in North Grimsby, taking up large tracts of land. In 1804 Thomas married Deborah Pettit, also of U.E. Loyalist parentage. When the war of 1812 broke out he served and contracted a fever, from which after a lingering illness he died, in 1827, leaving the widow with a family of thirteen of which Andrew P. Bridgman was the last survivor.
At the age of fifteen the subject of our sketch served in the rebellion of 1837, and at an early age of nineteen left the family to carve a home for himself. In 1845, Oct. 14, he married Jane Wrong, daughter of John Wrong, also of U.E. Loyalist parentage, and settled in forming the first agricultural society of South Grimsby, and took an active part is establishing the high school at Smithville. With his family in 1873 he moved to Welland county and resided in Thorold township.
Deceased engaged in farming and was a highly respected and esteemed in education resident, and took an active interest in education. He was in religion a Presbyterian. In politics, he was a staunch Reformer, and a reader of the Globe ever since its first publication.
Of a family of seven, four sons survive to mourn the death of a kind and loving parent,-Marcus W., of Fort William; Arthur T. and Murray A., of Thorold township; Ashman of Vernon, B.C..; the other three-Dr. Gilbert E., John W. and Maria, having predeceased him some years before.
He had recently resided with his son, Murray A., and while on a visit to his son, Arthur T., of Quaker Road was taken ill Tuesday, April 4, and on Sunday morning, April 9, passed to his long rest, in his 84th year.
The funeral took place Wednesday, April 12th, and the remains were interred in the family plot, Merritt’s Settlement, South Grimsby, beside his late wife, who predeceased him may 14m 1890,
[Welland Tribune, 21 July 1905]
A quiet wedding was celebrated at Allandale, Ont., on Wednesday afternoon last at 3.30 o’clock, when Miss Jeanette Ross was united in marriage to John G, Lowe of Sudbury, son of Mr. and Mrs. W.H. Lowe of Welland. The pretty ceremony was performed at the home of the bride’s mother by Rev. Mr. Cameron in the presence of a few immediate relatives. The bride and groom were unattended. Mr. and Mrs. Lowe left that afternoon for Toronto and were expected to arrive here last night to spend a few weeks at Mr. Lowe’s parental home. They will make their home at Sudbury, where Mr. Lowe has a responsible position as principal of the public school. Miss Lowe, who attended the wedding, returned home yesterday.
The groom’s many friends here will wish him and his bride all happiness and prosperity.
[Welland Tribune, 21 July 1905]
Mrs, Anna White, beloved wife of David O. White, died at Mapleton, Ont., in the 54th year of her age. Deceased was formerly Miss Linderbury, and was born in Thorold township, going to Mapleton when she married Mr. White. She is survived by her husband, one daughter one sister-in-law-Mrs. John Patterson of Pelham-and two brothers-John Linderbury of Wyndham, and Martin Linderbury of Welland. Interment took place at Mapleton yesterday.
[Welland Tribune September 1, 1905]
The residence of George Deans in Stamford township was the scene at noon on Tuesday last of an interesting event, when his eldest daughter, Carrie Hyatt, became the wife of Mr. Charles Wilbur Thompson of Niagara Falls South. The ceremony which took place in the presence of only the immediate relatives of the contracting parties was performed by the Rev, J,R, Patterson, pastor of Thorold Methodist church, under a magnificant floral arch from which was suspended a horseshoe design of heads of wheat. The charming bride was gowned in white organdie and carried lilies. She was attended by her sister Miss Laura Deans, who was becomingly attired in white, while Mr. Thos. Delaney of Niagara Falls, Ont., ably supported the groom. After the ceremony the usual congratulations and good wishes extended and a sumptuous wedding dinner was served. The happy couple left during the afternoon for a brief honeymoon to be spent at Toronto and western points. On their return they will take up their residence at Niagara Falls South where the groom occupies a good position in the employ of the Oneida Community. Mr, and Mrs. Thompson will have the best wishes of a wide circle off friends and acquaintances throughout the district hat their wedded life may be happy and prosperous.
[Welland Tribune, 14 July 1905]
One of the saddest deaths of the year occurred on Tuesday morning last, when Mrs. John Anderson passed away after a brief illness, leaving a husband, a baby only a few days old and two other children of tender years. The deceased was Nellie Jane, daughter of Capt. Wm. Kingston; the mother died last year. Three brothers also survive, viz:-Frank, Allen and Joseph Kingston. Mrs. Anderson was 31 years, 7 mos and 14 days old. Death was caused by blood poisoning. The funeral took place from her late residence at 2 p.m. yesterday, Rev. A.C. Mackintosh conducting services. Interment at Overholt’s cemetery. The husband and little ones have the heartfelt sympathy of the citizens of Port Colborne in the irreparable loss of a loving wife and mother.
[Welland Tribune, 18 August 1905]
Patrick Fahey, one of the pioneers of this part of Canada, passed to rest about noon on Tuesday at the ripe old age of 90 years, though some claim his age of 96 or 97. Mr. Fahey was born at Creggs, county Ross Common, Ireland. He came here in 1842, and has been a resident here ever since. Mr. Fahey was one of the most popular and best known employees on the canal in the good old days when vessels were thicker than flies, in the harbor of “Gravelly Bay,” as it was then called. After having served the canal so long, and faithfully, he was retired on a pension which he drew up to the time of his death. He was a staunch active Reformer all is life, under and all governments. The past few years he has been quite feeble, and his death was due to advancing age, life’s machinery slowing down so calmly that the end came without a struggle. Patrick was one of those good-hearted, witty sons of Ireland, whom everyone knew and liked, and of whose death a legion of old friends will hear with regret. During the closing years of his life he had the best care that love could devise, his daughter being constantly at his side until death relieved her of her long and faithful vigil. Deceased was the last member of his family, having been predeceased by three brothers; his wife and three sons, also predeceased him. He is survived by only one daughter, Mary Ann.
The funeral takes place today (Friday) from the house to St. Patrick’s R.C. church, where mass will be celebrated at 7 a.m. The remains will be taken to St. Catharines on the 8.10 train, where interment will be made in Victoria Lawn cemetery. Flowers gratefully declined.
Sectionman Killed
[People’s Press, 25 July 1905]
St. Catharines-July 20-Wm. Wiley, sectionman, in the employ of the G.T.R was killed on the track just west of the city this afternoon by a freight train. Wiley was at work on the track and it is supposed when the freight train came along he stood too close to the track and was struck by the engine. He was 68 yars of age, and leaves a wife, two sons and five daughters.
[People’s Press, 25 July 1905]
Many friends will learn with deep regret of the death of Matthias Martin of South Pelham, which occurred at his residence on Saturday evening. Although Mr. Martin had suffered a slight stroke some years ago, he had entirely recovred from it and was in good health, eating his supper when the summons came with startling suddenness in the shape of a stroke of apoplexy, rendering him unconscious, death ensuing three hours later.
Mr. Martin was born in Clinton township, but for the past thirty years had been a resident of Pelham, living on the farm on which he died.
A widow (daughter of late John Hipple of Clinton) survives, also one daughter and four sons, Viz: Sarah (Mrs. Fred Fisher jr.); William and John of Niagara Falls and Elmer and Edgar at home. The eldest daughter Valeria, predeceased her father.
Deceased was a quiet, useful, unobtrusive, conscientious member of the community, who enjoyed the respect and good will of all who knew him and the deep affection of those nearly related, who have the heartfelt sympathy of a wide circle of friends in their great and sudden bereavement.
The funeral will be held today (Tuesday); services at the house at 2 o’clock; interment at Fonthill cemetery, Rev. Mr. Clemens of Pelham Centre will conduct the services.
[People’s Press, 4 April 1905]
An accident occurred to one of our prominent citizens in the person of Charles Taylor, part owner of the famous stallion “Langton Swell,” on Friday morning last. Mr. Taylor saw his stallion needed exercise, but was not disposed to walk, so got into a cart and drove leading the stallion behind. All went well until the horse he was driving became frightened and jumped into the cart, knocking Mr. Taylor off with his fore feet. He lit on his side and was bruised considerably so as to lay him up, but fortunately no bones were broken. The stallion did not get away from him, as he hung onto him tightly, and the other horse stopped after running a mile. The cart was smashed considerably.
[People’s Press, 4 April 1905]
There occurred on Thursday, March 30th, the death of Leonard Misener at the advanced age of over 71 years. Deceased had not been in good health for many years and was seriously ill for about a week, heart trouble causing death. He was a retired farmer, formerly of Crowland, but had been a resident of this place (Fonthill) for a great many years. He was unmarried, a brother of Mrs. N.C. Damude of this place, and an adherent to the Methodist church. The funeral was held on Saturday and interment made in Fonthill cemetery.
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