[Welland Tribune January 9, 1947]
The funeral of the late Margaret Hughes, widow of John F. Hughes whose death occurred at the Moyer Nursing Home, Humberstone, on Monday, in her 79th year, was held Wednesday afternoon from the Dell and Merton Funeral Home to St. James’ Anglican church, where service was conducted by Rev. H. G.L. Baugh. Interment was in Overholt’s Cemetery.
The pallbearers were George H. Smith, George Aikens, Robert Blackhall, Harold G. Foote, George Peterson and Robert Williams.
Among the floral tributes were those of St. James’ Women’s Auxiliary; St. James’ Parish; employes of Port Colborne Dry Cleaners; Port Colborne Lions Club and the Bowling Club.
Friends and relatives attended from Niagara Falls, Lockport and Kenmore, N.Y.; Toronto and Brantford.
[Welland Tribune January 3, 1947]
The death occurred on Wednesday, January 1, of Paul Franklyn Roloson, infant son of Mr. And Mrs. Paiul Roloson, Wainfleet township. Death occurred at the family residence.
Surviving are his parents, Mr and Mrs. Paul Roloson and his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Dickout, Wainfleet, and Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Roloson, Burford.
Interment took place at Morgan’s Point Cemetery this afternoon
[Welland Tribune January 6, 1947]
Toronto, Jan 6-Prominent teacher and minister, Rev. Jacob J. Baker, 92 died in hospital here Saturday. During his long career he was at various times, on the staff of McMaster University, Hamilton; principal of Harding Hall, London, Ont., and pastor of churches in Fonthill, Belleville, Sparta and Saint John, N.B.
Born at Baker Hill, Ont. Mr Baker attended Woodstock College and the University of Toronto.
Surviving are his widow, Mrs. Ida Emma Fetch Baker, Toronto, and three sons, Dr. P. Baker, of Troy, N.Y.; Dr. A.C. Baker, of Mexico City, and Prof. A.W. Baker, of Guelph, Ont.
[Welland Tribune February 21, 1947]
The death occurred this afternoon at her home, 121 Bald street, of Mrs. Fannie J. Wade Skitch. She was the widow of the late Alfred Skitch, well-known clothing and shoe merchant in Welland, who passed away in 1930. A member of Central United church, deceased came to Welland 37 years ago. She resided for a number of years in Port Hope. She was born in Durham county.
Surviving relatives include the following children: Winnifred, Mrs. William Whittle; A.L. Skitch, and Miss Sybil Skitch, all in Welland; T.M. Skitch of Detroit, and Mrs. James Scott of Toronto.
The funeral, which will be private, will be held from the late residence, 121 Bald street, to Woodlawn cemetery, at 2 p.m., Monday, February 24, and Rev. L.R. Ballantyne, pastor of Central United church, will officiate.
[Welland Tribune February 21, 1947]
Timothy O’Donnell, 76 for many years a summer resident of the Dominion road in the Erie Beach section, died in Buffalo yesterday. He had been in failing health for some time. His wife predeceased him last year. Five daughters and a son survive. For many years deceased conducted a tonsorial shop at Niagara and Ferry streets, Buffalo and enjoyed a large Canadian clientele.
[Welland Tribune January 21, 1947]
The funeral was held this afternoon of Claudette Rodrigue, infant daughter of Mr. And Mrs. Andre Rodrigue 18 Nelles Road, from the late residence to Sacred Heart church, with service there at 3 p.m. and interment in Holy Cross cemetery, Claudette died on Sunday evening at the Welland County General hospital and was four days old at the time of her passing.
[Welland Tribune February 14, 1947]
Infant Ritchie, adopted daughter of Mr. And Mrs Russell Ritchie, Welland Junction, died on Thursday, February 13 at the Welland County General hospital, aged two months. Burial services here held on Friday, February 14 at the Sutherland-Thorpe Funeral Home, 152 Hellems avenue and interment was in Holy Cross cemetery. Rev. J. Culman officiated.
Salem, March 17-A three-act play, “Ready-Made Family.” will be presented in Salem United church on Wednesday, March 19.
Mr. and Mrs Fred Fraser of St. Catharines were Sunday supper guests of Mr. And Mrs Asa Chambers.
Mrs. Charlie Bailey visited last week with her son and daughter-in-law, Mr. And Mrs. Carmen Bailey of Welland.
Mrs. F. Henderson and children spent last Monday with Mrs. Henderson’s father at Fonthill.
Mr. and Mrs. Asa Chambers spent Thursday with the latter’s parents Mr. and Mrs. E. Crow and Mr. and Mrs. Bill Hippwell.
Mrs. C.E. Strawn spent Wednesday with her cousin, Mrs. Blake Ostrosser, who has been ill.
There was a large attendance at the Salem Baby Band afternoon tea held at the home of Mrs. George Metler. Miss Harris was guest speaker. The children enjoyed a “fish pond.”
Salem, Feb 19-The Young People of Salem and Forks Road conducted the service at Forks Road and Salem United church at Salem on Sunday; Leo Robins took the leading part, James Fan lead in prayer, Marie Farr read the scripture lesson and A. Campbell spoke on the week he spent with Boys’ Parliament in London. The Young People were in choir. This Sunday; Sunday school at 11a.m.; church at noon.
Mr. and Mrs Earl Strawn of Welland were supper guests of the former’s parents Mr. and Mrs C.F. Strawn.
Little Barbara Anne Willford attended a birthday party of her cousin Karen Willford in Welland on Friday afternoon.
There was a large attendance at a social evening of Salem United church W.A. held at the home of Mr. and Mrs Asa Chambers on Wednesday evening.
Misses Venita and Jacqueline Gent were hostesses to the C.G.I.T on Thursday, after a delicious supper the meeting was called to order by the president, Venita Gent, Marie Farr read the scripture lesson. Joan Hewitt read from the study book. The girls made plans for the mother and daughter banquet to be held in March.
The World Day of Prayer at Salem United church will be on Friday at 2 p.m.
The Salem Baby Band are holding an afternoon tea and children’s fish pond at the home of Mrs. George Metler on March 12. All members of the W.A. and W.M.S., as well as ladies of the community are invited.
[Welland Tribune March 11, 1947]
Boyle, March 11-A miscellaneous shower was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Horne on Friday evening in honor of their son-in-law and daughter, Mr. And Mrs Bill McPherson (Jean Horne) a recent bride and groom. Progressive crokinole was played and prizes were awarded to Bill McPherson, William E. Heaslip, Mrs James Ebeling and Mike Kazar. Many useful gifts were received by the happy couple and the bride expressed their thanks to their friends. The rooms were tastefully decorated with pink and white streamers and the bride’s and bridesmaid’s bouquets were beautiful in their vases.
Refreshments were served by Mrs. Horne assisted by her daughter Lillian, Mrs. Gordon J. Robins, Mrs Cyrus Misener and Mrs. W.J. Anderson.
The shower was arranged by the member of the Women’s Association of Bethel United church.
Mr. and Mrs Amos Beamer spent Tuesday at Welland.
Mr. and Mrs. Gordon J. Robins and daughter, Shirley spent Wednesday at St Catharines.
Mr. and Mrs. W.J. Anderson accompanied by Mrs. Leonard E. Cocks, Ralph and Howard Cocks, Mrs. W. Brooks and Miss Mary Lampman, Fenwick, spent Friday at Welland.
All-Day Quilting
The Women’s Association of Bethel United church held an all-day quilting at the home of Mrs. Jack Pearl on Wednesday, February 26. A pot luck dinner was enjoyed at noon. Those attending were Mrs. William Cutler, Mrs William E. Heaslip, Mrs Gordon J. Robins, Mrs Blake Robins, Mrs Amos Beamer, Mrs Cecil Gracey, and Mrs. W,J. Anderson.
Mrs Herbert Gracey and infant daughter have returned to their home here from Dunville Memorial Hospital.
Peter Boyuk and Norman Gracey spent Wednesday evening with Mr. And Mrs W.J. Anderson.
The Women’s Association of Bethel United church will meet at the home of Mrs. Leonard E. Cocks, Fenwick on March 19 at 2 p.m.
Mr. and Mrs W.J. Anderson spent Thursday at Smithville.
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