RECOVER BODY FROM FOREBAY
BELIEVED TO BE MARCUS E. CUMMINGS OF TORONTO-AT QUEENSTON POWER HOUSE
[The Welland-Port Colborne Evening Tribune, 27 October 1931]
Niagara Falls, Oct 27-(CP)-The body of a man, believed to be Marcus E. Cummings of Toronto, was taken out of the forebay at the Queenston power house today. The body was fully clothed and is believed to have been in the water for about a week.
A driver’s permit and auto license, letters and documents all had the name and address of their owner, who was described as a lumberman. There were no marks of violence on the body. Coroner McGarry viewed the remains and has not yet decided whether an inquest will be held.
[The Welland-Port Colborne Evening Tribune, 30 October 1931]
Bethel, Oct. 30-Death claimed still another of the older residents of Bethel, Sunday morning, when Pricilla Ann, beloved wife of John Rathfon, entered into rest. Mrs. Rathfon, who at the time of her death, had attained the age of 85 years and 24 days, took a kindly interest in activities of the day, and the welfare of her friends and neighbors. Although she had resided here but six years, and because of her advanced age was not able to leave home. Often she was recipient of much kindly attention from relatives and friends and she delighted in welcoming them in her home. Her gracious, kindly personality will always be remembered not only by those who knew and loved her best, but by those who met her most casually.
Pricilla Ann, daughter of Jonas and Elizabeth Fares Augustine, was born in Wainfllet, October 1, 1846, and was the last member of her family, having been predeceased by her brother, J.W. Augustine of Burnaby but 2 years ago. About 47 years ago she married John Rathfon of Wainfleet and accompanied him to Battle Creek, Michigan, where the family made their home for several years. Later they returned to Wainfleet where they resided until six years go, when they removed to Bethel, following the diposal of their lake front home. Although Mrs. Rathfon’s health was failing, death came suddenly, as she was only taken seriously ill on Friday evening proceding her death early Sunday morning.
Besides the devoted husband there survives five step-children, Mrs. Emmaneul Reeb of Montrose, Ezra Rathfon of Gas Line, Benjamin of Wainfleet, Clayton of Columbia, Pa., and Horace of Bethel; nine grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
The funeral services from the home, Tuesday at 1 p.m., to the Mennonite church of Humberstone at 2 p.m., were largely attended by sympathizing neighbors and friends. Rev. Jonas Anthes was in charge of the service at the home and Rev. Wilmer E. Steele conducted the church service, interment being made at Morgan’s Point cemetery. The four step-sons, the son-in-law, Emmanuel Reeb, and a nephew, Harold Augustine of Burnaby, were chosen to act as pall-bearers.
Among those from out-of-town who attended the funeral were Miss Emma Augustine of Arkona, Mr.and Mrs. Pirrie of Ingersoll. Mrs Teal of Fort Erie, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Houck, Mr.and Mrs. Harold Augustine and Mrs. J.W. Augustine, all of Wainfleet.
HIGHLY ESTEEMED FONTHILL WOMAN DIES 63RD YEAR
FUNERAL OF LATE MRS. ALBERT LEARN WAS HELD SATURDAY AFTERNOON
[The Welland-Port Colborne Evening Tribune, 26 October 1931]
Fonthill, Oct. 26-Largely attended by friends and relatives, the funeral of the late Mrs. Albert Learn who died on Thursday at her home in Fonthill in her 63rd year after a week’s illness, was held on Saturday afternoon from her late residence, Pelham street to Fonthill cemetery, Rev. J.A. Dilts, pastor of Fonthill United church officiating. A service was held at the residence, and in the course of a short address, Rev. Mr. Dilts referred feelingly to deceased’s qualities of faith, courage and patience. The pall bearer were Leslie Kirkpatrick, Frank Anger, George Howell, William Borrow, John Clark and David Fisher.
Mrs. Learn was born in Thorold township in 1869, the daughter of William and Loreen Robins and had spent the greater part of her life in the township. She finally moved to Fonthill in 1918, and lived there until she died.
Surviving relatives are deceased’s husband, one daughter, Mrs. L.G. Porteous, Cleveland; one step-daughter, Mrs. Arthur Bradley, Thorold township, and one sister, Mrs. Martha Phillips, Welland.
DEEP REGRET AT PASSING OF MAJOR FRED SUTHERALAND
Well Known Wellander Succumbs in Buffalo Hospital in 33rd Year-Was Commander of “C” Squadron, Second Dragoons
[The Welland-Port Colborne Evening Tribune, 30 October 1931]
News of the passing of Major Fred Sutherland of Welland, who succumbed in the Buffalo General hospital early this morning, has caused widespread regret, particularly in military circles, where Mr. Sutherland was held in great respect and esteem.
Suffering from a deadly form of anemia, Major Sutherland was forced to bed on October 6 his condition grew steadily worse and on Saturday last he was removed to the Buffalo hospital. Several blood transfusions were made but to no avail and death ensued at 8 a.m. today.
He was just in the prime of his life, having recently observed his 32nd birthday. Formerly a resident of Port Colborne, he had, since the death of his wife in May 1930, been living at the home of his mother, 4 Church street, Welland. For over seven years he had held the position of customs excise examiner at Port Colborne. Several years ago, when Captain Harry Jones relinquished command of “C” Squadron, Second Dragoons, Major Sutherland became O.C.
Loved Army Life
Major Sutherland was born in Welland on October 21, 1899. He was educated in the public schools and the Welland high school. He had a great love of army life and enlisted in 1916, being only 17 years old at the time. He joined up with Brock’s Rangers, 114th Regiment, C.E.F.at Cayuga. Overseas he was practically on the German line when the armistice was signed. He escaped wounds, although a bullet once shattered his wrist watch.
While in London, Eng., Major Sutherland met Miss Jean Mason, whom he later married. He returned to Canada with his wife and they set up residence in Port Colborne. Mrs. Sutherland died in May 1930. One son, Franklin, aged nine, survives.
Also surviving are his mother, Mrs. G.W. Sutherland one brother, Frank, and Mrs. C.R. Kells, Welland, a sister.
When the Second Dragoons were reorganized following the Great War, Major Sutherland received a commission and was given the rank of lieutenant. Since then he had succeeded to the command of “C’ Squadron, and rose to the rank of major. Until his death he was acting as second in command of the regiment.
He was extremely popular with the officers and men and maintained a keen interest in the welfare of the squadron.
Funeral on Monday
The funeral will be held on Monday afternoon at 2 o’clock from the Church street residence, under the auspices of the Welland branch of the Canadian Legion and McNab Masonic lodge of Port Colborne. Deceased was a member of both organizations.
It is expected that the Welland Regimental band will attend; also officers and men of the regiment.
Ven. Archdeacon N.I. Perry, of Holy Trinity church, Welland, and Rev. W.G. O. Thompson, rector of St. James Anglican church, Port Colborne will officiate. Interment will be at Woodlawn cemetery.
[The Welland-Port Colborne Evening Tribune, 19 October 1931]
Clara A. Knoll, (nee Reinsch), widow of the late Godfrey Knoll, died suddenly on Sunday in her 78th year at her late residence in Humberstone township, the cause of death being heart failure. The late Mrs. Knoll ws a long time resident of the township and will be remembered by her many friends. She is survived by three sons, Robert and Godfrey Knoll of Humberstone township, and Louis of Northern Ontario. She leaves also eleven grandchildren.
The funeral will be held from her late residence in Humberstone township on Wednesday, October 21st, at 1.30 p.m. thence to St. John’s Lutheran church at Gas Line for service. Interment will take place at Lake Shore cemetery, Rev. L.F. Higenell will be in charge of the service.
[The Welland-Port Colborne Evening Tribune, 16 October 1931]
The death occurred at 12.30 a.m. today at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. Julius Root, 252 Steele street, Port Colborne, of Harriedt Amelia Reeb, widow of the late John Reeb of Wainfleet township in her 57th year. The late Mrs. Reeb, who was well-known throughout Welland county, having lived in the county practically all her life and in Wainfleet for the past 25 years, succumbed to an illness of about ten weeks duration.
Deceased was born in Port Robinson, the daughter of Mr.and Mrs. George Wilcox and resided there until her marriage 35 years ago when she came to Wainfleet with her husband, the late John Reeb. She had resided in Wainfleet since that time until about a year ago. The late Mrs. Reeb was an active member of St. James church. She was predeceased by her husband 13 years ago.
Surviving are three sons, John, Mack, William and Harry, all of Port Colborne, and four daughters, Mrs. Julius Knoll, Mrs. Austin Jordan and Mrs. David Farrar of Port Colborne, and Mrs. Neil Kingston of Buffalo. In addition she is survived by her mother, Mrs. George Wilcox of Hamilton; two brothers James and William Wilcox, and two sisters, mrs. Norval Warden and Mrs. J. Hubbert, all of Hamilton. Nine grandchilren also survive.
The funeral will be held Mondy afternoon, the public service at St. James church at 2.30 p.m., being preceded by a private service at the home of her daughter. Rev. W.G.O. Thompson will have charge of both services. Interment will be at Oakwood cemetery.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR
[The Welland-Port Colborne Evening Tribune, 10 October 1931]
In any proposed plan for providing for the unemployed in Welland this winter, construction for a new bridge over the river at North Main street has been given an important place. At the special meeting of the council on Thursday night the bridge was included in a list of public works to be submitted to the unemployement officials in Toronto for approval.
It is pointed out to those who favor the proposal that the present bridge has outlived its usefulness and must, in any event, be replaced within a couple of years. The road allowance is only just wide enough for two cars to pass and there is always danger when a bus or wide truck is using the structure . Loads are restricted to ten tons.
It so happens that the bridge is on a road that is part of an important provincial highway and, as a result, must carry a very large amount of traffic. Under present condtions the bridge constitutes more or less of a danger spot, and this fact is not without its interest for the municipality.
The city engineer’s estimate is that a new bridge would cost $84,960, $50, 976 of which would be expended for labor and $33, 984 for material. If the structure is built as a means to relieve unemployment, the Federal and Provincial government will contribute 50 per cent of the cost.
All things considered, it looks as if the municipality would benefit in several ways, if the council decided to go ahead with the work.
Other public works have also been chosen as a means of making jobs for the unemployed. Provided expenditures are kept within a reasonable sum, thereby not causing too great an incerease in the tax rate, it is better for the city to secure needed public improvements-with the government paying half the cost-and receive something in return for the money it spends, rather than dissipate a large sum in direct relief and have nothing to show for the expenditure.
[Welland-Port Colborne Evening Tribune, 13 October 1931]
Fenwick, October 13- Rev. T. H. Ibbott officiated at the funeral of the late John Hagar, which took place Sunday afternoon from the funeral parlors of Drake and Barron, Fonthill, and was largely attended. Interment took place in Dawdy’s cemetery, with four brothers acting as pall bearers. The floral tributes were many and beautiful.
The late John Hagar passed away at the Welland County General hospital after an illness of several months, the past two months being spent in the hospital where he underwent two serious operations. He was well-known throughout Pelham township, and during his life took a keen interest in the welfare of the township at large. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Mary Hagar, and three daughters and ond son, Velma, Eliza, Effie and Richard, all residing in Welland.
Passes in 70th Year
[Wellend-Port Colborne Evening Tribune, 1 October 1931]
Captain Edward Lewin Stephen, 223 Sugarloaf street, Port Colborne, and husband of the late Clara Stephen, died at 9.00 a.m. this morning in his 70th year after short illness of a few days. The late Captain Stephen was well known in Port Colborne, having been a resident of the Lakeside port for the past fourteen years. He was born in Collingwood where he began his career as a sea-farer. He sailed the Great Lakes for many years until about 1910 when he accepted a position as shore captain with the Great Lakes Transportation Company. He was with this company until it was disbanded a few years ago and since that time he has represented several steamship companies as an indpendent vessel agent.
The late Clara Stephen predeceased her husband about a year and a half ago. The only surviving member of the family is one brother, Arthur Stephen of Toronto. The deceaseed was the fourth son of the late Dr. A.R. Stephen of Collingwood. The funeral will be held Saturday afternoon.
[Welland-Port Colborne Evening Tribune, 5 October 1931]
Montreal, Que., Ont. 5
A mute witness of two centuries’ events in Montreal and Canadian history and for a long time the only public timepiece in the City of Montreal, the historical old clock that proudly rides the façade of the old Notre Dame Seminary, on Places d’Armes, has been repainted and mechanically readjusted. Cleaner of the accumulated grime of two centuries the old clock, which was installed in 1701 and originally cost 800 francs is again proudly ticking away the hours.
Rejuvenation of the historic clock forms part of the $80,000 improvements now being completed by the Gentlemen of St. Sulpice, owners of Notre Dame church, presbytery and seminary.
Until 1751 the clock was considered the official timepiece of the city. In that year it stopped functioning but was repaired in 1790. Oliver Maurault, Superior of Grasset College and author of the history of the parish, “Histoire de L’Eglise Notre-Dame de Montreal,” gives the following interesting details;
“In 1751 it was the only exterior clock in the city. The Scottish and English merchants were humiliated to be compelled to ask the time from the directors of the seminary. When Christ church was built in 1814 the parishioners installed a clock but the timepiece, it is stated, never gave the correct time and it finally was destroyed by fire in 1856. The seminary clock has remained silent for the last 15 years.”
Restoration of the ancient clock is due to the interest and perseverance of a plumber, J. Palment. The bells which occupy a small niche at the top of the clock proper have been rejuvenated.
And so the hands which travelled their twelve hour circle through the difficulties of the early French colonists during the downfall of France in America,, the progressive establishment of British supremacy, the fight for Confederation and successive administrations of latter time, will resume their march to the tune of flying minutes.
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