Pictou - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

John David [Clark]Schultz-Shultz

ShirleyLangille82 — 2 Sep 2008 12:33:31 GMT

John David Shultz was killed [Shot] in northern Canada, in 1931 age 31,He was the grsndson of Henry and Sarah Schultz, He was buried in Halliberton Cemetary Pictou N.S. I am hoping to find information on where he was killed ,by whom and any Police reports or news paper reports or an obituary, Thank you,Shirley .

The Caribou Island cemetery

TwoFreshFish — 24 Aug 2008 1:28:06 GMT

Anyone tell where the Caribou Island cemetery is exactly, was on the island today trying to find it . . but most of the roads seem to be private. Is there any public access to it?

Is it near the Kenneth Point Road?

matthew joseph dwyer

saindon — 14 Nov 2001 3:25:59 GMT

Looking for information on Matthew Joseph Dwyer ..He lived in Stellarton,NS...He was married to Mary Maude Holden .Would like to have information on his ancesters.I know he was born in NFLD in 1890

Pictou roots

MLindaNS — 19 Aug 2008 6:51:07 GMT

I'm looking for the family of Charlotte (Lottie) Workman, my grandmother, of Westville, Pictou County, Nova Scotia. Her parents were Thomas and Elizabeth Workman. I believe they married in 1871. There may have been a brother Thomas, as well. And the names Henry and Bud come to mind... but I don't know why. G'ma/Lottie married William Alfred Reid, and had a daughter Emma and a son Allister (my father). I remember visiting the Workman house a few times in the early 1960s, and there was a girl nickmnamed "Cookie" (whose real name, I think, was Margaret or Elizabeth), and in the backyard was a pet turtle with a wire attached to its shell.

Emma E. Reid, 85, of Halifax

biddybump — 26 Apr 2002 12:36:53 GMT

The Pictou Advocate, Wednesday, July 13, 1988 - Emma E. Reid, 85, of Halifax, died Friday, July 8 in Melville Lodge, Halifax. Born in Westville, Pictou County, she was a daughter of the late William A. and Charlotte (Workman) Reid. She is survived by a brother, Allister, Amherst; two nieces, Linda (Mrs Peter Moreau), Halifax; Cheryl (Mrs Charles Jones), Oromocto; a nephew, John, Halifax. The body has been cremated. Burial will take place at a later date.

Julia Ann Ford Cameron b Pictou 1846

karione1220 — 16 Aug 2008 6:02:22 GMT

I am looking for a connection between my great-great grandmother, Julia Ann Ford Cameron and the other Cameron's (and perhaps Ford's) in the Pictou NS area.

She was born 10-20-1846 in Pictou, married Ralph Carr Small 9-12-1870 in Halifax and died 3-14-1913 in Somerville MA.

According to family papers, her father's name was Alexander Cameron. Her mother's name is debateable, some papers state her mothers name was Nettie Burns, others Amelia Dewall. Perhaps he was married twice. This was supposed to have been a large family, until the household was stricken with tuberculosis. Only three children survived Julia, Grace, and Samuel. ( I have no other information Grace and Samuel)

Does this ring a bell with anyone?

Go to Your

MURRAY family of River John, 1812-1850

Floyd Totten — 25 May 2005 6:42:22 GMT

Looking for info on James Murray, born 1774, Banff, Scotland, came to Pictou and River John in 1811-1812. Had at least two sons, William (born 1811-12, md. Mary _____ in N.S.) and Alexander, (born 1815-16, md. Susannah Camp in Ohio).

Any info on these people much appreciated; also looking for the marriage of William Murray and Mary ____ in Pictou County before 1841. I have some info on Murrays in the parish they emigrated from, in Banff, Scotland, to exchange.

REID

ajjbcc — 13 Aug 2008 2:28:24 GMT

I have a JAMES REID born c 1787 (place not known) and he died Dec 1851, and I think at Black Point,Pictou.
His wife was MARY --?-- born c1794 (place no known) and she died March 1866..possibly at Little Harbour and was probably buried at Black point as well.
It is this couple that I belive are the parents of ANNIE REID born Mar of 1815.
Would really like to prove these poits...thanks in advance.

Hector Settlers

DennisRyan99 — 15 Aug 2008 11:09:14 GMT

The following list appears in today's online edition of the New Glasgow, Pictou County Evening News:

Hector settlers list
The News

Hector Settlers – full list above age eight

Alex Cameron
Donald Cameron
Sarah Campbell
Archibald Chisholm
Colin Douglas
Alex Falconer
Mary Forbes
Helen Fraser
Hugh Fraser
Thomas Fraser
Ann Fraser
Alex Fraser
Hugh Fraser
William Fraser
Mrs. Fraser
Kenneth Fraser
Janet Fraser
Alex Fraser
Donald Graham
Donald McKenzie
Elspa McKenzie
William McKenzie
Alex McKenzie
Kenneth McKritchie
Margaret McKritchie
Catherine McLean
Alex McLean
Ary McLean
Margaret McLean
John McLennan
William McLennan
James McLeod
Elsbeth McLeod
Janet McLeod
Hugh McLeod
David McLeod
Mary McLeod
Christopher Grant
Donald Grant
John Grant
James Grant
Alex Grant
Robert Innes
Robert Lyon
Margaret Lyon
Donald McDonald
James McDonald
John McDonald
Alex McDonald
Mary McDonald
James McDonald
John McGregor
Colin McKay
Donald McKay
Finaly McLeod
Marion McLeod
William McLeod
Alex McLeod
Charles Matheson
William Matthewson
Mary Matthewson
Janet Munroe
Donald Munroe
John Munroe
James Murray
Margaret Murray
Adam Murray
Abigail Murray
Christopher Murray
Walter Murray
Ann Patterson
Rebecca Patterson
Donald McKay
William McKay
Margaret McKay
Christopher McKay
Catherine McKay
Margaret McKay
John McKay
Mary McKay
William McKay
Donald McKay
Magdalene MacKenzie
John McKenzie
Colin McKenzie
Isabel McKenzie
William McKenzie
Angus McKenzie
Alex McKenzie
Janet Ross
Alex Ross
Donald Ross
William Ross
Alex Ross
Marion Ross
Ann Smith
Lily Sutherland
Mary Sutherland
Betty Sutherland
John Sutherland
David Urquhart
Christian Urquhart

Children:
Janet Cameron
Janate Cameron
Colin Douglas
Hugh Fraser
James Grant
Robert Innes
Alex McDonald
William McDonald
Alex McDonald
Colin McKay
John McKay
Colin McKay
Roderick McKay
William McKay
Donald McKenzie
Colin McKenzie
Donald McKenzie
Finlay McLeod
Alex McLeod
Andrew Mains
William Matthewson
George Morrison
Walter Murray
James Murray
Alex Ross
John Sutherland
Alex Cameron
Mary Cameron
Margaret Douglas
Alex Fraser
Cathering Fraser
Jean Fraser
Isabel Fraser
Isabel Fraser
Mary Fraser
Simon Fraser
Margaret Grant
Mary Grant
Andrew McDonald
Catherine McDonald
Elizabeth McDonald
Janet McDonald
Mary McDonald
Alex McKay
George McKay
James McKay
John McKay
Roderick McKay
William McKay
Adam McKenzie
Jane McKenzie
Katherine McKenzie
Kenneth McKenzie
James McKritchie
Angus McLeod
George McLeod
Katherine McLoed
Marion McLeod
Ann Matheson
Christopher Murray
George Murray
Alex Ross
Catherine Ross
Christina Ross
Donald Ross
Mary Ross
Walter Ross

JOSEPH ELLIOTT

ajjbcc — 13 Aug 2008 2:23:08 GMT

I have a JOSEPH ELLIOTT born c 1797 (Co.Derry Ireland).
Possibly emmigrated c 1823
He married 1848 at Pictou and died April 1866 in Pictou,but,am not sure if he died at 4 Mile Brook or 10 Mile Brook.
In 1861 he was listed as a farmer.
His parents I believe were Mary and Thomas ELLIOTT.
He married Annie REID and there were 6 known children.
Any help on this much appreciated.

ANNIE REID 1815 -190?

ajjbcc — 13 Aug 2008 2:14:04 GMT

Seeking further info on Mary Reid..apparently born 1815 and died 190?..(she was alive on the 1901 census)..
She appears to be the dau of a Mary and James Reid..
She married 2ce...first to a Joseph ELLIOTT and 2ndly to a Allan McDONALD.
She had 6 known children that were all ELLIOTT'S
Any info much appreciated...Thanks in advance

The early settlers of Truro: I need help!

Tim Notting — 15 Jul 2000 12:00:00 GMT

I am looking for information about a passenger ship that came up to Nova Scotia during the early years. Specifically I am trying to locate a ancestor of mine who came after the Harris family early settlement.

From the Historical and Genealogical Record of Colchester County there is mention of:

Dr. John Harris was among the early settlers of Truro, although he did not come until a few years after the Township was granted. He and his family were one of the six families that sailed from Philadelphia in the month of May, 1767, sent by a company to settle in Pictou.

One of Dr. John Harris daughters (2nd daughter Margaret) married Joseph Notting in 1793. He is the person I am researching for and I cannot seem to find any references about where he came from.

Does anyone on the list have information that could help? I be greatfully in your debt!

Thanks in advance!

William Archibald McLaurin, b. 1872, Nova Scotia, Canada

kdefoster — 31 Jul 2008 7:19:12 GMT

William emigrated to the US about 1889, settling in Pennsylvania. He married Mary Jane West in Clearfield co., PA in 1893. They resided mainly in Cambria county where William worked as a miner. He died in 1944, Mary the following year. They are both buried in the North Barnesboro Cemetery, Barnesboro, Cambria, PA.

According to his death certificate, his father’s name is Thomas and his mother’s Jeannett McDougal. In the 1881 census for Merrigonish, Pictou, Nova Scotia, Canada is found the family of Thomas and “Janet” McLaurin, both born in Nova Scotia and of Scottish ancestry. Their children, all born in Nova Scotia, are:

Elizabeth, age 21
Alexander, age 19
James, age 12
Gordon, age 10
William, age 8
John, age 6

This is a close match, but of course, more proof is needed to determine whether or not this is the family I seek. Any information on this family would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you.

Kathy D. Hudson
Kailua, Hawaii

Cornelius DWYER

terryjanf1 — 12 Aug 2004 12:35:48 GMT

I am looking for information on the children and descendents of Cornelius Dwyer(1767-1850) who married Mary Mattatal and was an ex-priest. I believe his children were James, Daniel, Henry, Matthew, Peter, Patrick, Cornelius(Con), Lucy and William.

William Hood, miner, Pictou 1838 - 1845?

septemberrose199 — 18 Jul 2008 4:30:49 GMT

Where can I locate information about my ggggrandfather, William Hood. He was born 1819, Ayrshire, Scotland, married Ann McGee in 1837 in Scotland, left Scotland the same year and came to Pictou, where my gggrandmother Jane (1838) and her brothers William (1840) and John (1841) were born. William Sr. was from a mining family. Between 1841 and 1848, something happened to William as Ann McGee Hood and her three children left Pictou and went back to Scotland where she married again in 1849. I'm a bit stumped on this and would appreciate any help. Thanks.

Catherine Munro, Nova Scotia ca 1809 - after 1881

ngcart — 14 Jul 2008 11:18:15 GMT

Catherine married Hugh Chisholm and had several children that I know of. I would like to know who her parents were and when she/they came to Nova Scotia and from where. She and family found in Pictou in 1871 and 1881 census (Hugh dead in 1865).

Also, my great gma, Isabella (Cath's and Hugh's dau) was married in Halifax in 1869 and the minister performing was George Munro Grant, a well known minister and later an educator. Was he related to Catherine Munro's family?

Thanks - also posted on Munro board.

Nick

Stewart

Dawn Ellis — 2 Nov 1999 12:00:00 GMT

I'm looking for information concerning Archibald STEWART (b. 1796)and Ann MCNAUGHTON (b. 1797), both of Rannoch, Perthshire, Scotland. I understand they had a large family. A son, Donald Ross was b. 1827, Barney's River, NS. Archibald and Ann are buried at Kenzieville cemetery. Anyone with info, please email me.

Ethel Fraser b. 1873

VLeigh63 — 25 May 2008 12:35:31 GMT

Searching for information about Ethel Fraser b. 29 Jul 1873. Married Ralph Charlton 16 Sep 1898 in New Glasgow NS. May have had 2 children: Cecil and Ethel. Cecil resided in MA and then Florida. Ethel married a Mr. Connors. Both Children may have been born in MA around Boston or Somerville, MA. Any of the Fraser Clan know of this couple?

McPherson 1838 Census Pictou

Jpsandford — 6 Jul 2008 4:22:02 GMT

Looking for information about 2 McPhersons listed in the 1838 census. DONALD MCPHERSON and NEIL MCPHERSON.
I am searching for the lineage of my gr gr grandmother, Sarah McPheron, b 12/1831 in Pictou who married James Chambers in 1852 at Point Brule. (listed in Rev Blackwood book 89.35 BOX 11L) Could Sarah be the daughter of either of these men?

ALEXANDER HENRY

lobster01 — 15 Jun 2008 6:16:25 GMT

need some help in clarifying which family this Alexander
Henry married into:
This entry comes from Kim Stevens works and is from the Sheet Harbour volume.

Alexander Henry,s/o Alexander & Sarah Milliken (Fisher) Henry
b.abt.1806,Upper Musquodoboit,d.September 25, 1886
married Ruth Fisher,b.abt.1819,d.October 27, 1865.

However in Musquodoboit Pioneers by Jennie Reid has Alexander Henry s/o
Alexander & Sarah Milliken (Fisher) Archibald d.1840 married 1827 to
Eleanor Archibald d/o William Putnam & Susannah
(Putnam)Archibald,d.Aug. 16, 1886.

Did this family have 2 sons named Alexander?Thanks for any help.Robert (rmac45@telus.net)

barrett family tree

irisbrookfield542_1 — 25 Mar 2008 5:18:57 GMT

hi how wood i find a child who was sent to canada in 1910 -first world war

Beattie, James, Pictou; d. Nov., 1938

b1gqyq13 — 25 Jun 2001 3:20:12 GMT

JAMES BEATTIE

PICTOU, Nov. 10 - James Beattie died at his home at Malagash after a brief illness, according to word received here today. He was born at Pictou 76 years ago, in 1872, and was a son of the late Robert Beattie and Margaret Webster Beattie. Surviving are two sons, George, in Alberta and Gordon, Malagash; and five daughters, Jean, (Mrs. Howard) Brooklyn, N.Y.; Barbara Drumheller, Alta.; Clara (Mrs. Chittick) Drumheller; Eva (Mrs. Hackett), High River, Alta.; Marjorie (Mrs. Stewart) Malagash. Mr. Beattie's wife, who was formerly Miss Anna B. MacKenzie, predeceased him several years ago.

Halifax Herald - Nov. 11, 1938

Munros/MacKays Hopewell/Eureka

A.M. Austin — 10 May 2000 12:00:00 GMT

I'd like to correspond to with anyone searching the Munro family as mentioned below, or the related MacKays and MacLeans. According to the Pioneers and Churches book by Rev. D.K. Ross, Henry Munro(e) was "born in Scotland in 1754, came to Windsor, NS, lived in Halifax until 1785, when he moved to the Munro farm, Hopewell, on the East side of the West Branch [of the East River, Pictou Co.]."

Henry's son Donald Munro, who acquired land in the Eureka area married a Mary MacLean. Donald's son Hector married a Elizabeth Ann MacKay.

Again, I'd love to hear from anyone with a connection.

Thanks,
Andrew Munro Austin

Charles William Rundle

tomandjude — 27 Jun 2006 9:54:27 GMT

I AM LOOKING FOR DECENDANTS OF CHARLES WILLIAM RUNDLE, WHO PASSED AWAY ON JAN. 4, 1973.
HE LIVED IN NEW GLASGOW AND HIS WIFE, ELIZABETH KENNEDY, PREDECEASED HIM IN 1961.

THANK YOU

TOM KENNEDY

Petticoat Doctors

LindaTemple72 — 24 Nov 2006 12:48:20 GMT

Dr. Jemima and Dr. Mary Mckenzie were sisters. Daughters of Simon and Anne (Murray) Mckenzie of Waterside, Caribou. Both graduated from Dalhousie Medical School in the late 1890's to early 1900's. Both served with "Womens' Union Missionary Society of America" in Cawnpour/now Kanpur, India and then Fatehphur where Jemima was head of a hospital from 1906 to at least 1914. Mary married Rev. A.A. Smith from Pictou County.

Does anyone know how they are connected to father and son Pictou doctors, George McKenzie and John J. McKenzie?

Dr. John J. McKenzie married Charlotte Kayenbergh who was the matron of the Cottage Hospital in Pictou.

From 'Pictou County's History", by James M. Cameron, "became known as the Cottage Hospital, with a VON nurse sent from Montreal in charge, Miss Delaney. She was followed by two more from the same source, the Misses Dunn and Schwartz, until the appointment of a Pictou nurse, Miss Lottie Kayenburg".

Some how Jemima McKenzie and Charlotte Kayenbergh knew each other because among Charlotte's photos was a copy of Jemima' s graduation photo signed.

You can find pictures of Jemima, Mary and Rev. A.A. Smith on this site. http://www.rootsweb.com/~nspictou/photo.gal.15.htm

Cemetery in Alma,Pictou Co.

nelsonpoole — 4 May 2008 10:00:22 GMT

Where could I find the Protestant Cemetery in Alma, if I was going towards Truro from Cape Breton?

I am looking for information on a grand aunt - Flora Margaret Campbell and husband David R. Crockett.They are believed to be buried in Alma Cemetery. David had a brother(?)Bert.

William Simpson & Janet Sutherland - who are her parents?

jmbroderick3 — 11 May 2008 6:28:25 GMT

Still seeking any information on Janet Sutherland, born, 1813 in Caithnese Scotland. Died 31 Aug 1889 at 4 Mile Brook. Married William Simpson before 1828 and had 10 children (Isobell, John, Elizbeth, William, Jesie, Alexander, Anthony, Margaret, George and Hannah).

Any information that can advance her lineage further is welcome.

Best Regards,.

John
Mobile, AL

Looking for REID's

maddog197 — 23 Aug 2004 2:32:16 GMT

I am searching for information on James REID. His middle name may have been Henry or Harcus, and his parents were Archibald and Mary REID nee DOWNIE. James was born in Pictou County between 1844 and 1854. His occupation was a joiner as recorded in the 1871 census of Pictou town. He lived with his mother and father and siblings. His siblings were Mary Craigie, Janet,George William, Archibald and Jane Ann. A relative of mine said that James married a woman named Elizabeth. Any info would be excellent. Thanx.

Samuel Hughes

jlguertin1 — 24 Feb 2008 8:14:43 GMT

DOB abt 1854 married to Elizabith Jones dob abt 1851 originaly from Wales.

I am looking for any info I can get.

Hugh & Catherine Chisholm & family 1800s

ngcart — 26 Apr 2008 9:15:54 GMT

When I found my 2x grt gparents 1869 marriage I discovered the bride Isabella Chisholm's parents were Hugh and Catherine. She was 23, and what is interesting is that two days before, ANOTHER daughter of Hugh & Catherine, Margaret, also 23, married a George Gent. So did my GGGM have a twin sister?

That is not the real question, but I am trying to find out more about the parents, Hugh and Catherine. I believe I have tracked them down to the Little Harbour area of Pictou (near Merigomish, I think) in the 1851 and 1881 censuses. Does anyone have this family from the 1871 census?

The elder Hugh was probably dead (1867?) so it would likely be under Catherine Chisholm (about 62 yo), or their son Hugh, about 33.

Thanks!

Nick

William Higgins

Terry Higgins — 28 Jan 2005 1:59:45 GMT

Looking for William Higgins - whose son William Higgins was born 1814 or 1815 in Stellerton, NS. William Higgins Married Jane E. Marrison from Chipman NB abt 1841. They had 10 children, lived and died in Chipman.

MIDDLE RIVER, Pictou Co, N.S., 1881 census: McDONALD, DUNCAN, age 66 & wife ANNIE, age 59 - children: James W, Howard, & Wilber. One other person living with this family: Melisson LANK

judi — 18 Jan 2003 1:02:04 GMT

Is anyone researching this family which appears in Middle River, Pictou Co in 1881 census - http://www.familysearch.org/Eng/Search/frameset_search.asp?P...

Approx yrs of birth: Duncan 1815, Annie 1822, James W 1853, Howard 1860, Wilber 1863, Melisson 1864

Looking for:
1) siblings & parents of Duncan
2) Annie's last name,
3) why is Melisson [Melissa?] Lank living with them.

They were all born in Nova Scotia.

Can anyone help? Thanks, Judith Graham

Duncan McInnis and Margaret MacDonald married 1835 Vernon River PEI

lisamcinnistree — 31 Jul 2007 5:19:44 GMT

I am hoping to find info regarding the parents and siblings of Duncan McInnis. He was in the Vernon River area of Orwell Bay and may have moved down from lots 35, 36, 37 area. I am guessing a birth date of around 1800.
He was married to Margaret A. MacDonald in 1835 PEI.
I have my info on Margaret but nothing regarding the arrival of Duncan McInnis or his parents in PEI.
Duncan and Margaret had 11 children that I am aware of. Duncan 1837, Daniel, Angus, John and Alexander (Twins 1841), James, Isabelle, Flora, George, Bridget and Margaret.
I have spouses etc. for some of these children but am hoping to trace back to Duncans Siblings and parents etc.
Would love to hear from anyone with further information on this family.

MacLean

A. Lloyd — 13 Jun 2001 12:00:00 GMT

I am searching for the ancestors and descendants of the following individuals:

Daniel H. MacLean, born 1854 in Nova Scotia
married Mary A., born 1854 in Nova Scotia

Their children included:

William Scott

John

Jessie

Johnetta

Catherine

*****************

William Scott MacLean, born 1874
married Mary Ellen Cameron, born 1878

Their children were:

Daniel V.

Basil C.

William H.

Anne C.

James W.

Clarence P.

Jessie M.

Mary I.

Viola M.

Donald

Feel free to contact me if you have information to share.

Donald McDonald and Margaret( ?McLean)

dixiekeys — 24 Aug 2007 3:37:03 GMT

My great grandfather, Alexander McDonald married Margaret McTaggart at Strathroy ON in 1873. His birth place is listed as Pictou NS and his parents as Donald and Margaret McDonald. The witnesses were Hector McLean of Watford ON and Ellen McTaggart of Ekfrid ON. The 1871 Ontario census Lambton Co, Brooke Div lists Donald McDonald(63), Margaret(60),Alexander(28),John(26) and Janet(19) all born in NS. I believe this is my ggfather's family( or part of it). Could this be the Donald McDonald of E.Br.East River and Margaret McLean of McLennan's Mtn who were married 11 Nov 1834 by Rev John McRae? Were there other children? Ellen, perhaps? When did they move to Ontario? Who were Donald's and Margaret's parents? When and how did their families arrive in NS? Any information, either confirming or ruling out a connection, welcome. Thanks in advance for any hints on how to find info back past about 1871.

NovaScotiagenealogy. com

DennisRyan99 — 4 Apr 2008 11:53:25 GMT

Just a note to say that as of today, the nova Scotia historical vital records site is being updatedwith new and corrected information. for full information, check out the What's new link at www.Novascotiagenealogy.com.

william (Bill) and Sadie Goodwin

anne Marie Stevenson — 24 Aug 2005 2:05:33 GMT

I am looking for the cemetary in Pictou county where william and sadie Goodwin are buried. They lived in New Glasgow. I don't know when William died but Sadie died in 1990 or 1991.

Angus McQueen

littleredwagon1 — 28 Nov 2006 9:41:40 GMT

Looking for Angus McQueen who was Alexander McQueen's son. Angus McQueen had 12 chilren one of who was Daniel McQueen of Sutherlands River Pictou County Nova Scotia.

Margaret E. Nowlan

biddybump — 29 Mar 2002 1:03:31 GMT

The New Glasgow Evening News, Tuesday, March 24, 1987 - SONORA, Guysborough County - Margaret E. Nowlan, 84, of Halifax, died Monday in Northwood Centre. Born in Sonora, Guysborough County, she was a daughter of the late Asaph and Clara (Jack) Nowlan. She is survived by a sister, Thelma (Mrs. Joseph Dore), Lower Sackville; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by four sisters and two brothers. The remains are resting in Snow's Funeral Home, where funeral service will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday. Spring interment will be in Fairview cemetery. Donations may be made to the Amazing Grace Campaign of the Grace Maternity Hospital.

HATCH/MUIR

Claudiairoyer — 27 Mar 2008 3:30:02 GMT

Searching for ancestors of CHRISTYANNE/CHRISTY ANNE HATCH b. in Pictou, abt 1860, mother born in NS, father born in MA, married JOHN ROBERT MUIR, b. abt 1857, Scotland, in 1849, Fall River, MA
Looking for her parents, etc., and wondered if the Muir family is related to John Robert Muir who did move to NS after arriving in the US.
Thank you....

Donald McDonald/Margaret McLean update

dixiekeys — 22 Mar 2008 8:15:31 GMT

Donald McDonald,E.Br.East River,and Margaret McLean, McLennans Mtn, were married by Rev. John McRae at St. Columba Church,Hopewell NS on 11 Nov 1834. Baptism records from the Church indicate the following children: Mary Fraser 3 Aug 1835; Anne 4 Mar 1837: Catherine 14 Apr 1839; ALEXANDER 1 Aug 1841; John 7 Oct 1843. ALEX'R is my great grandfather.I believe his parents, Donald and Margaret, were also born in NS, c.1808 and 1811. Any info that can lead me back one more generation will be much appreciated!

Death - John Ellesworth, June 1968

KatNS — 21 Mar 2008 10:05:45 GMT

Man Killed In Two-Car Accident

One man was killed early this morning in a two-car collision in New Glasgow. John Leo Ellesworth, in his 40's, died on arrival at Aberdeen Hospital. Mr. Ellesworth, driver and owner of the car was in collision with an auto driven by John James Baillie of RR 1 Trenton, about 3:30 a.m. Only other occupant of the fatality car was Calvin Polley, 22, also of Trenton. He was hospitalized overnight. The four occupants of the second vehicle were unhurt. Mr. Ellesworth was thrown out of his car onto the sidewalk as the car spun around and stopped in the opposite direction to which it was travelling, New Glasgow town police said this morning. Investigation into the accident is continuing.

From the Mail Star Newspaper, published Saturday, 8 June 1968, page 1.

Mrs. Irene Abegail Christensen

David_Mawhinney — 19 Sep 2002 6:18:39 GMT

Halifax Chronicle Herald – Monday, 7 April 1969 – Mrs. Irene Abegail Christensen – The Ponds, Merigomish died at the Aberdeen Hospital Saturday. Born at Thorburn she was a daughter of the late Harry and Anna (Fraser) Cameron. She spent the early years of her life in New York where she taught music, a profession she continued on her return to Pictou County. Surviving besides her husband, Otto, a brother, Giles Cameron and a sister, Alvera A. Fulton, both of Thorburn as well as a niece and nephew. They body is at the H.W. Angus Funeral Home, New Glasgow. Funeral service will be held Tuesday at 3 p.m. at the Union Presbyterian Church with Rev. John Posno officiating assisted by Rev. Alex MacDonald. Interment will be in Heatherdale Memorial Gardens.

Hugh MacEachern / Christy McMullen

pdlovaas — 22 Jul 2001 12:52:10 GMT

Looking for parents or siblings of Hugh MacEachern or wife Christine McMullen 1804-1898 (lived in Merigomish / New Glasgow / Thorburn area; buried St. Ann's Roman Catholic Cemetery, Thorburn)

Their daughter Catherine 1833-1910 m. shoemaker Donald MacDonald (one of the "tanner" MacDonalds) c1817-c1892, both also buried Thorburn, and had known children: John, Isabella, Christena m. Angus MacDonald of Mabou, John Hugh, Margaret m. Lauchlin P. MacNeil, Euphemia m. Kenneth Cameron, Mary, Neil A., Agnes, and Elizabeth.

Hugh MacEachern and his son-in-law Donald MacDonald may have come from the Soldiers Cove area of Cape Breton before settling in Pictou Co.

Great Grand Father John Murdock McKenzie born 1846 in Pictou N.S.

regbttybp1 — 5 Mar 2008 8:08:13 GMT

John came to USA in 1866. Mined in Arizona married Sarah C Morrison in 1890. His son George Alexander was born 1893

Roderick McLennan & Isabel Mckenzie

rmac45 — 16 Mar 2008 12:38:58 GMT

Anyone have any info on Roderick McLennan & Isabel McKenzie
& parents,children,etc?They were born 1800 - 1816 ,married
abt.1834 Pictou County,Nova Scotia.

Families from Sutherland, Scotland

Christine Stokes — 26 Jan 2001 12:00:00 GMT

Currently updating my extensive database on families who left Sutherland, Scotland, to settle in Nova Scotia. Happy to share and receive information.
Christine
England

CAMERON

DELPHINELARGE — 11 Mar 2008 10:11:55 GMT

Margaret CAMERON,born Pictou, daughter of Donald CAMERON, b 23rd April 1825, and Barbara MacPHERSON, both born Inverness-shire, Scotland.Donald and Margaret's graves are in Leith Cemetery.Inscription from that grave marker.
Can someone please tell me where this Donald, Barbara and Margaret lived in Pictou? It had to be before 1860. Thanks so much !
Delphine Cameron Large

1870 BIRTH REGISTRATION in BOOK 1818,PAGE150,# 95 HELP PLEASE

DorothyStewart43 — 26 May 2007 4:04:58 GMT

I gather there is an entry for the birth of our HUGH GILLESPIE, born 1870 in PICTOU COUNTY in BOOK 1818, PAGE 150, NUMBER 95. I was wondering if there was anyone who might have access to this book and could please check and see what information this entry contains such as the parents names and exact date of birth so we can confirm this HUGH is part of our family line. From what we can tell the family were in Pictou for a very short period of time before returning to Scotland and that their son HUGH was born there so hoping this is the proof we need.

Richard Hartling and family

Bevianne65 — 1 Mar 2008 3:14:57 GMT

HI I am looking for some assistance in the for the family of Richard F. Hartling. He was born Oct 13, 1866 In Germany and died April 19, 1941 in Livingston Pontiac IL. He married Maria Strufe in 1899. I am looking for his parents. If anyone can be of assistance i would appreciate it
Bobi

mcbains/mcbeans of pictou

mcbainbuff725 — 29 Feb 2008 11:15:28 GMT

Looking for the Mcbains that entered Nova scotia in about 1847:

John McBain
Ann McBain (Connon)
Thomas McBain (son)
Christian McBain (duaghter)

They also had four more children in Nova Scotia in the Pictou area:

John Richard McBain
William McBain
James McBain
Alex McBain

any info/hints would be terrific!

mcbainbuff

family Matheson

maurice — 1 Mar 2003 3:04:54 GMT

would like to know of information, if any , of my descendants,Donald Matheson B1841 D1871 , married to one Janet Guild B1848 D1926 , he was the son of one Donald Matheson,B1800 D1868 Married (1) Betsey Mackay B1807 D1855 (2) Catherine Grant B?. He was one of 4 brothers and a sister. He was the brother of one John Matheson married to one Margaret Chisholm of which I have their family line. Unable to find line on my side. Thank You PS Family originally came from Kilmorack, Inverness Shire, Scotland.

John & Margaret MULLEN, 1830s

kippenberg — 9 Apr 2005 3:19:13 GMT

I am searching for any information on this couple and their children. I have found a record with Margaret arriving in Providence, Rhode Island, with her children James, 6, William, 4, and Moses, 2, on 27 July 1835. She stated they came from Pictou, Nova Scotia. John was not listed as a passenger. I believe they were all born in Ireland, so they didn't stay long in Pictou. Any information or suggestion on how to proceed with my search would be greatly appreciated.

Ship Economy to Pictou 1819 and families

sherri — 29 Mar 2006 12:18:03 GMT

HI
Many of us out there researching ship Economy landed in Pictou and PEI though the order of arrival is uncertain.

Todate, I have found McNeill's, Johnson's (varied spellings), etc and believe the list or A list should include Shaw's, Bell (or bells), MacMillans and more........

Did your family possibly land in PEI or Pictou in 1819 aboard this ship steered by Capt Fraser. I would love to connect....I have basic info only from articles found in paper, seeking more........

Willing to trade research time in PEI for information should that appeal to another genealogy nut.....

Thanks
sherri

DARBY, Isabel Marion

Beryl_Too — 20 Feb 2008 6:25:33 GMT

Saw a book the other day, at a friend's house, entitled "All Friends of Ours" published by Sam'l Gabriel Sons & Co, New York c 1927.

The front leaf said "Isabel Marion Darby, New Glasgow, N.S."

It was large very young looking handwriting.

family of Roderick Mckay

Jeffrey Howe — 9 Aug 1999 12:00:00 GMT

Would like to reconstruct family of Roderick McKay b.1786 d.1878 and Elizabeth(McIntosh)b.1786. Son Charles (one of 12 ch.) b.9/8/1824 Stellerton married abt 5/1847 Mary (Hill) dau. of John and Mary(Grainger) They from Staffordshire NS.
Charles and Mary(Hill) went Providence R.I. 1850's Some of their ch were b. Stellerton.

Ship Aurora 1801-1803

James D. Fraser — 18 Jul 2000 12:00:00 GMT

Seeking any information on Ship Aurora arriving in Pictou in 1801 or 1803 from Strathglass,Scotland. My gggrandfather Alexandar was purported to be on this ship, however I have yet to find any concrete evidence that the ship even existed. Any help will be greatly appreciated.

JIm Fraser
Cleveland, OH USA

Sarah MacKnight

Victoria Fraser — 23 Jun 2001 3:32:38 GMT

The Evening News, New Glasgow, Mon. Jan. 12, 1987
New Glasgow - Sarah MacKnight, 89, of New Glasgow, died here Saturday in the Aberdeen Hospital. Born in New Glasgow, she was a daughter of the late John and Elizabeth Wilkes. She was a member of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, New Glasgow. She is survived by two sons, Ralph, Dartmouth; Donald, Barrie, Ont.; two daughters: Betty (Mrs J.P. Petolas), Hudson, Que.; Marguerite (Mrs E. Drayton), Delray Beach, Fla.; 13 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Brian, and a son, Robert. The remains are resting at the R.H. Porter Funeral Home, New Glasgow, where funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday. Interment will be in Auburn cemetery, Westville.

The Pictou Advocate of Wednesday, January 14, 1987 carried the same obit, with additional information: date of death was Jan. 10; Rev. J. Kenneth MacLeod officiated at the funeral.

Donald CAMERON West Side , East River

DELPHINELARGE — 28 Jan 2008 6:24:27 GMT

I am searching for descendants of this Donald CAMERON who
have migrated or know of those who migrated to Grenville County or any other place. I am looking for a matching DNA Participant # 29230 to whidh I identify althouhj it is not my direct line. The ancestor to which I identify is Charles , born 1783. There are 9 matching this number first line of gene markers and it should be a good way to
consult and find the parentage of Charles. There was a connection in Glengarry County to this # but I do not know
about Donald.
Some background on Donald is thet he was in the 78th Fraser Highlanders and was in the Sieges opf Louisbourg and Quebec. He got a Grant of land and came from Scotland on the Hector in 1773 listed as son of John of Fassiefern
and destination was East River. He was later drowned there. He had a wife, Mary , sons John and Hugh and daughter, Mary. I do think you for any bit of information.
Delphine Cameron Large

Rankin and Henderson

shafaun — 22 Jun 2001 3:05:11 GMT

Looking for any info on George Duncan Rankin who married
Jean Henderson. They had a son George who married a woman
by the name of Julia Shepherd in BC. I do not have any
dates for the people involved but hopefully someone will have something.
Thanks
Connie

Munro Family History

Lori Munro — 28 Oct 2003 9:57:59 GMT

Good Evening,
I am trying to trace my families arrival to Pictou County. My great grandfather (John David Munro) purchased land in Toney Mills from Henry D and Margaret Munro I believe from Brookland. I have not been able to find the connection if any between Henry D and my great grandfather. Interestingly enough though my grandfathers name was Henry K. Munro. If you could shed some light on this for me or point me in the right direction I would greatly appreciate it.
Regards,
Lori Munro lmunro@pinelandfarms.org

Obit - Robert Hawkins Pope

arewerelated2007 — 18 Jan 2008 3:12:37 GMT

The death of Robert Hawkins POPE, Pine street, occurred in the Moncton Hospital yesterday.

Son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Charles POPE, of Alberton, P.E.I. Mr. Pope was born on Oct 10, 1850 and soon afterwards moved from Prince Edward Island to Pictou County, Nova Scotia.

He was engaged in the meat and grocery business in Nova Scotia during the greater part of his life and upon retirment moved to Moncton, where he lived until the time of his death.

Mr. POPE is survived by one sister Annie, of Salem, Mass., and three grandchildren.

The funeral will be held Tuesday from Tuttle's Funeral Parlours at 3 o'clock.

Moncton Daily Times
May 20, 1941
Page 7

John Mclean-on ship "Lovely Nellie"

Rik Clark — 9 Oct 2006 12:04:54 GMT

John and family arrived in Pictou on the "Lovely Nellie" in 1775 and settled in West River. Would any one know the names of John's children? Thank you.

Gladys Ruth MacNamara Fraser, 88, of New Glasgow

biddybump — 12 Jan 2008 6:57:16 GMT

Pictou Advocate, Wednesday, May 12, 1982 - The death occurred on May 9, in Glen Haven Manor, of Gladys Ruth MacNamara Fraser, 88, the widow of Lieutenant Colonel Simon McK. Fraser. Born in Halifax in 1893, Mrs Fraser was the daughter of Robert George and Emily (Noller) MacNamara. Mrs Fraser was descended from French Lutherans who had emigrated to Nova Scotia in 1751 and settled in the Lawrencetown area of Halifax County. A graduate of Halifax County Academy, she studied at the Halifax Conservatory of Music and, before her marriage, she was employed by Samuel Cunard Co. of Halifax. Active in many organizations, Mrs Fraser was a charter member of the Good Hope Chapter of the IODE of Halifax, and at the time of her death was a life member of the Margaret Fraser Chapter IODE of New Glasgow. She long served as a leader in the Girl Guide Movement and was the founding captain of the First Eureka Girl Guide Company. She later served as Girl Guide Commissioner for Pictou County. Active in musical circles, she participated in amateur light opera in Halifax, and for many years was a member of the choir of Westminster Church, New Glasgow, where she also played an active role in the Women's Missionary Society. She was a member of the Arts and Letters Club and the local Council of Women of New Glasgow. During the First World War and the Second World War, she was active in voluntary organizations in support of the war efforts. Very fond of children, Mrs Fraser was active in the mission band of Westminster Church, and for many years Mrs Fraser conducted a private kindergarten in her home. She is survived by two sons, Prof. D.G.L. Fraser, Grand Pre; Col. I.S.F. Fraser, Halifax; four granddaughters; a sister, Miss Ethel MacNamara, Ottawa, and W.L. MacNamara, Fredericton. Besides her husband, she was predeceased by an infant daughter, two brothers and a sister. Funeral service was held Tuesday in Westminster Presbyterian Church, New Glasgow, at 2 p.m. The service was conducted by Rev. Mr. J. Donald MacKay. Burial was in the MacLean Cemetery, Hopewell, N.S.

Note: The Advocate used McNamera, MacNamera, and MacNamara spellings in the obituary.

Posted for info only - I am not researching this family.

COUSINS ELIZABETH CHRISTINA HINGLEY & SARAH E. TURNBULL

Myra_Herron — 7 Jan 2008 3:18:20 GMT

I have been trying to research family members who ended up in Alpena, Michigan, USA. In the 1870 Wisconsin census, Libby (Elizabeth Christina) Hingley and Sarah E. Turnbull were both living near each other, in Wood county. Libby married David W. Spaulding, who was there with his son, David Dunn Spaulding. They had 2 children, and then, with Sarah along, moved to Alpena, Michigan. Sarah eventually married William W. Menary, and they had one son, Andrew.

In the 1870 census, Sarah said she was born on Prince Edward Island, and Libby said she was born in Nova Scotia. By 1880, Sarah said she was born in Nova Scotia, as did Libby. Sarah died in 1888, and Libby died in 1883. I'm descended from Libby, whose daughter was my grandmother for whom I'm named.

The approximate birth years were about 1841 for Libby and about 1853 for Sarah. Does anyone have any idea of who their parents might have been, or their families? Libby's death certificate gave John and Jane Hingley as her parents, but I don't have any marriage or death information for Sarah yet. John and Jane Hingley were also on the marriage information for Libby. I could not find a John and Jane Hingley that had a daughter named Elizabeth Christina that was born about 1841, who was no longer in Canada by 1870.

OBIT - Dr. G. Norman MACLEOD, 1950

KatNS — 3 Jan 2008 4:43:47 GMT

OBITUARY

NEW GLASGOW, Nov. 30 - Dr. G. Norman MacLeod, Veterinary Surgeon, and well known throughout Pictou County passed away suddenly at his home in Stellarton Road following a heart attack. Dr. MacLeod operated an animal hospital at the rear of his property and last night went out to the building to check on the animals under his care and his death occurred while he was performing this duty. He had apparently been in good health and his death is a severe shock to his family and friends. A son of the late Dr. Hiram MacLeod, also a Veterinary Surgeon, and Mrs. MacLeod, he was 38 years of age and resided in Alma where he was born, and also in Stellarton for some years. He attended Pictou Academy and was a graduate of the Ontario Veterinary College, at Guelph. He practised in the county for the past 10 years and for some time he was Milk Inspector for New Glasgow. He is survived by his wife, the former Alice MacDonald, of Loch Broom, his mother, Mrs. Hiram MacLeod, who resides in Stellarton; three brothers - James at Alma; Harold and Allan, both of Stellarton; and four sisters - Mrs. Kenneth Forbes (Betty), Mrs. Webster Campbell (Elda), both of Halifax; Mrs. John Wadden (Annie), Westville; and Mrs. Gordon Brown (Lena), Trenton. His oldest brother, Alex MacLeod predeceased him 11 years ago and his father a few years ago. The funeral service will be held Saturday.

(From the Halifax Mail Star Newspaper, published Friday, 1 December 1950, page 6.)

From Urquhart to Pictou

BryanKeddy — 23 Apr 2002 11:38:32 GMT

I have just completed the list of natives of Glen Urquhart and Glenmoriston, Scotland to various areas of Pictou, County, N.S. from 1784 to 1890's. This update has added a number of names and some genealogy facts about where they settled, married and their children's names etc. and was taken from a number of manuscripts.....

If you happen to find a connection or have any further information to add to this page please let me know.....

The direct URL to this list is
http://www3.ns.sympatico.ca/bryanfkeddy/novascotia.html

After you've viewed this list please click on the link at the bottom of the page to view my Scotland Glen's website......

Bryan Keddy
Halifax, N.S.

More Pictou Frasers

sherwoodanne1 — 1 Dec 2007 6:37:21 GMT

I am looking for my Fraser ancestors in Pictou, and am stuck on James Fraser b April 7 1811 d 1903 both in Pictou. Married Hannah McLeod b Oct 5 1826 d 1925
Children of James and Hannah:
*Alexander Daniel Fraser b 1862 d 1950 married Pheobe Murphy b 1864 Centerville NB
-Children of Alexander and Pheobe
- James Karney Fraser b April 21, 1886 d Nov 29 1967 married Florence Irene MacPhee b Dec 15, 1889 d Feb 10, 1984
- Ida Blanche Fraser b 1888 d 1976
* Jack Fraser (son of James and Hannah)
*Mary Fraser married Urquart
*Annie Fraser married Hutton

DUNNs of Pictou

Sleighman74 — 28 Dec 2007 2:59:03 GMT

I'm searching for any descendants or relatives of Thomas DUNN and his wife Isabella ?. In the 1881 census they lived at Hardwood Hill. The family composed of:
Lorena b. Abt 1870,
Helen M. b. Abt 1873,
*James Robert b. Oct 1879 at Lyons Brook, d. Abt 1945, and
George A. b. Abt 1880

*James Robert DUNN married Florence FRASER, and their son Redvers Allison (Allen) DUNN b. 08 Oct 1917, at Stellarton, married my cousin Isabel GARRARD, while serving as a pilot in the RAF and RCAF in England during World War 2. Allen died at Vancouver, BC on 22 Feb 1983.

I would appreciate hearing from anyone who has any knowlege on this family.

Many thanks in advance.

Don

DUNNs of Pictou

Sleighman74 — 28 Dec 2007 2:58:08 GMT

AGNES BROWN STEWART born abt1850 Merigomish, Pictou, Nova Scotia

jennyruth1502 — 21 Dec 2007 4:08:16 GMT

Hi there
I am searching for any information anyone might have about Agnes Brown Stewart and her family. I know she was born abt 1850 in Pictou, Nova Scotia. father William Brown Stewart was born in Scotland England 1824 and wife Janet Simpson of unknown origin. I have no idea why the family moved to Pictou from Scotland originally but would love to find out more abt this family. Agnes was in Philadelphia USA in 1873 and married my GG Grand father Frederick James SHARPE although he was also known as James Frederick SHARPE on the 5 August 1873, their first son William SHARPE was born in Philadelphia in 1875 so they must have spent a few years there.They then came to England, Leicester where Frederick also abt 1850 was born, they then went on to have several other children all born in Leicester. I believe they spent their last years there but as yet have no comfirmation of that. I would love to find any other connections in Pictou there must still be family there somewhere. Would love to here from anyone who knows anything.

Dan McKenzie - Margaret Maxwell

polly7 — 13 Dec 2007 6:17:13 GMT

Looking for any information on the family of Dan and Margaret (Maxwell) Mckenzie. Son Robert Crawford was born in Picto, NS in 1903 and married Annie Houston. Dan died in NS, and that's about as much as I know. Anything at all would be greatly appreciated.

Anne Gillis m. John MacLennan - Scotland

emeen63 — 11 Dec 2007 1:40:53 GMT

They were married in Scotland. Ca. 1854 they came to PEI, Canada and died there at times unknown. Among their children: Alexander John, Christine.

John MacLennan may have come from Skye or Raasay.

Duncan McDougall - died 1945 Edinburgh Scotland

macdonab — 29 Nov 2007 12:19:06 GMT

Does anyone have any McDougall family information on
Duncan McDougall born 1872 in New Glasgow, died 1945 Edinburgh Scotland, buried in Bridgeville Cemetery with his wife Henrietta McNaughton (of Springville) and son John

Duncan was the son of Duncan McDougall and Jane Ann McDonald

Davies/White/ Canada

merianned — 17 Nov 2007 3:34:28 GMT

Looking for Gaynor and Ted White from Canada who have our Davies in their family tree. Their was also another posting from someone in relation to William Davies and his brothers Thomas and Frederick which could be also in my family tree. Regards Merianne

Sophie O'Connor, 96, of Westville

Victoria Fraser — 23 Jun 2001 3:32:38 GMT

Pictou Advocate, Wednesday, December 17, 1986

Sophie O'Connor, 96, Dufferin Street, Westville, died Sunday, Dec. 14 in Glen Haven Manor, New Glasgow. Born in Westville, she was a daughter of the late Hyppolyte and Catherine (Campbell) Chabassol. She lived in Taunton, Mass. for many years, returning to Westville upon her retirement. She was a member of Church of the Holy Name, Westville. She is survived by a daughter, Mrs Audrey Danahey, Providence, R.I.; four grandchildren; a great-grandchild. She is predeceased by her husband Edward, a sister Sadie; six brothers, Augustus, James, Hyppolyte (Gal), Frank, Joseph and William. Funeral was held Tuesday, Dec. 16 in Church of the Holy Name, Westville, Rev. J.H. MacDonald officiating. Burial was in church cemetery.

The Evening News of Mon. Dec. 15, 1986 carried essentially the same obituary, with the following differences: the list of survivors also included "several nieces and nephews", and
the Eagles Funeral Home, Westville was the undertaker, with the funeral service taking place at 10 a.m. from the Church of the Holy Name.

Sophie O'Connor (from Evening News, Dec. 23, 1986)
Westville - The largely attended funeral for Mrs Sophie O'Connor was held on Tuesday morning, Dec. 16 in the church of the Holy Name. Rev. John H. MacDonald conducted the service and brought a comforting message to family members and friends. Anne Stevens assisted with the reading. Organist Charlotte Chabassol accompanied the choir when they sang, This Day God Gives Me, The Lord Is My Shepherd, O Lord I Am Not Worthy, How Great Thou Art. Pallbearers were Michael Donahey, Sean Donahey, grandsons of the deceased;
James Chabassol, Westville Highway, Lawrence James, Bernard Chabassol, nephews of the deceased. Interment took place in Holy Name cemetery.

1939 Home Movie of Pictou NS

carolinacanuck — 14 Nov 2007 8:23:40 GMT

I put up a digital copy online of a 1939 home movie taken in Pictou. The film is not very long, but it has very nice footage of a farmer plowing his field with a horse. Because of the location this was filmed I believe it is possible for the man to be identified because the field is by a river leading into the ocean. It's a long shot but someone could possibly identify the property and the farmer. Watch the film it is well worth the time.
Here is the link:
http://one.revver.com/watch/453541/glimpses-of-pictou-annapo...

looking in the past

Vanessa — 8 Aug 2000 12:00:00 GMT

I am looking for information on my great grandparents, James Russell and Evelyn Colborne (Nix). Russell died in 1985 in Manatoba and Evelyn in 1966 ( I think). They had three children, Clare, Henderson and my grandmother Donna Justin Colborne. My mother belives that she has a great aunt and uncle living in New Glascow, but does not remember if they are Nix's or Colborne's. Any informatio would be helpful.
Thank you for your time.

Vanessa MacAloney

Stellarton McKays

buckskinnervnv — 7 Nov 2007 4:18:45 GMT

We are looking for information about my father's family. He was Ronald McKay, dob 9/3/19 in Stellarton. His sisters and brothers were Anna, Alan (Bernard) and Daniel born in Canada plus June, Marie, Dorothea, Charles and Richard born in the US. His parents were Allen J. (dob 1886) and Margaret J. Young McKay (dob 1892). Allen J. McKay had two sisters, Kattie and Sophia M. McKay. Allen J. McKay's parents (who would be my great-grandparents) were Ranald (or Ronald) born in 1854 (?) in Nova Scotia and Chistena (or Christina) born in 1857(?) in Nova Scotia. We think Ranald's mother was Sophia.

If anyone has any information about these folks or if you have any hints, please contact me at rcmckay@landolakes.com. Thanks a lot.

Missing Jollymores in Pictou, Westville, Stellarton, NS

Donnell Black — 21 Oct 2006 10:41:19 GMT

I'm working on my boyfriend's family tree and have run into a stumbling block with the Jollymores. Although there seems to be quite a bit of info on them, I can't find the right people.

I'm actually looking for 2 lines. My starting point is with Frank James Murray, whose mother was Mabel Jollymore, father-George Jollymore, mother Nellie Matilda Emberly Cooke (of NFLD).

The second is his wife, Audry Harriet Worthylake, father Logan Corbett Worthylake,buried at St. Bee's Cem., son of Fletcher Joseph Worthylake and Iona Lillian O'Leary (or Leary), and Logan's wife, Pearl Jollymore, died in Aberdeen Hospital, daughter of Harry Jollymore of Pictou.

Frank and Audrey both died and are buried in Windsor, ON. Their children were all born here, and so they do not know much about any of these people. I have a few news clippings, and that's about it. (These are my boyfriend's grandparent)

If anyone can help me in any way, it would be much appreciated.

james duff

Thelma McClanahan — 27 Aug 2001 1:28:50 GMT

Looking for information on James DUFF. The information i have been given (mostly verbal) is he was :

possibly b. Mulgrave, NS or somewhere near Mulgrave.

died 1941 or 1942

wife Elizabeth JELLOW (Gellow, Jelloe, and other spellings have been used) burried in Our Lady of Lourdes Cemetery, Lourdes, Stellarton, NS.

wife Ella (CLYBURN) MYERS (widow of Wm. MYERS)

possibly burried Duff Cemetery, Lourdes, Stellarton, NS

James lived at Evansville ("bullpen") Stellarton, NS when wife # 1 was murdered, and also for a while after. He was living near the train bridge in Stellarton when he died.

Sister Hattie DUFF married Patrick "Pat" White and lived (in early 1940's) on Riverbank St., New Glasgow.

children of James are:(in no particular order)
Anna Josephine
fred
ethel
rose
charlotte
john
there are others
Looking for :
1. obituary showing where he was burried
2. any additional information of James and wives. (I believe that there may have been a third wife a 3rd wife as one wife was murdered in 1902, James married Ella after her husband died in 1918 and there were children born during the years in between.
3. obituaries for his wives and or children. and where they are buried

thank you far any and all help
Thelma

SUNDRIDGE SCHOOL

kimbarlow97 — 26 Oct 2007 8:59:33 GMT

Hi List,

Is there anyone who might have in their possession any old school photo's or documents pertaining to the students of this shool for the early 1930's.

Thank you
Kim Barlow
Ontario, at jennill@cogeco.ca

Robert Stuart

Rik_Clark — 26 Oct 2007 5:26:47 GMT

I am seeking information on ROBERT STUART of Pictou Co. The only date I have is that he was in Pictou 13 Feb 1810 and would be at least in his mid 20's. Thank you.

Rik

Dr. James Skinner

Rik_Clark — 24 Oct 2007 11:55:20 GMT

One of New Glasgow's pioneer doctors was James Skinner. I am looking for any information on him and his decendants. Thank you.

Rik

St. John's Presbyterian church Halifax N.S (1860's)

kimbarlow97 — 20 Oct 2007 8:10:31 GMT

Is there anyone who might have a collection of pictures or old documents pertaining to this church in Halifax in the 1860's, GEORGE MCLEOD was an elder and superintendant in the years prior to his death 1866, I would love to communicate with anyone who may have these old treasures.

Thank you in advance
Kim Barlow - jennill@cogeco.ca
in Ontario

John Beaton

Darlene Beaton Ritchie — 9 Apr 2001 12:00:00 GMT

Hi everyone. I'm looking for any genealogical information I can find on one John Beaton, who was born in Cape Breton about 1843, give or take a year. His father was Jonathan Beaton (John Beaton). Don't know who his mother was, and that's what I need. John Beaton b. 1843 married Catherine B. Davidson April 10, 1865, in West River, NS. Catherine Davidson was born in West River, NS, and was the daughter of Kenneth Davidson and Isabel Fraser. If anyone has any information on these people, please contact me directly at keygroup@home.com. Thanks a million. Darlene

tracing William Morrill's mother and father

bio22 — 26 Mar 2005 2:42:13 GMT

I do know that William Morrill emigrated as a young man with his parents from West Bromich, Staffordshire, England circa 1826-1832 My grandmother, Anne Morrill[Hingley] Scott said the family came on the Hope. [brig: Hopewell, 1832?]
In 1838, Feb 10, he married Ann Priest who also emigrated with her parents from Staffordshire. It appears the families knew each other, or came over on the same ship.
I know that William Morrill is buried with his wife, AnnPriest in River John in the Anglican cemetary.
Any help with tracing the origins of the family in more detail would be very appreciated.

Mac/McPhail & Hansford of Pictou County

lobster01 — 30 Sep 2007 8:03:17 GMT

Anyone have these names in their family tree?Please respond to ((rmacphail2#hotmail.com)

Duncan Mcintosh-Mary Chisholm

Benjamin_MacDonald — 11 Oct 2004 4:12:33 GMT

Looking for information regarding children of Duncan McIntosh and Mary Chisholm. marr. 1803.

Regards,

Ben MacDonald
Glendale Arizona

MRS. HARRY CRAWFORD d. OCT, 18, 1938.

Lawrence_Naugle — 21 Jul 2001 7:45:47 GMT

MRS. HARRY CRAWFORD d. OCT, 18, 1938.

WESTVILLE, Oct 18. - The many friends of Mrs. Harry Crawford, a well-known young Westville woman, were shocked to hear of her sudden death which occurred at the Aberdeen Hospital, New Glasgow, where she has been a patient for a few days. The late Mrs. Crawford, who was 18, was the former Irene Fleet, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Mather Fleet, Blandford, Lunenburg County, and prior to her marriage spent a few years in Westville, where she made many friends. Besides her husband she is survived by three sisters and two brothers, Mrs. Ambrose Cleveland, Halifax; Miss Fleet, and Miss Marguerite Fleet, while George and Oliver Fleet are the surviving brothers: The late Mrs. Crawford was a member of the St. Bee's Anglican Church. Her funeral service was held from the home of her husband's parents, Foxbrook Road, with interment taking place at the Auburn Cemetery.

William ROBERTSON 82nd grant, Pictou

BeverleySW — 17 Sep 2007 7:16:05 GMT

Does anyone know anything about this particular grant to William and John ROBERTSON, members of the Duke of Hamilton's 82nd Regiment (no rank listed)? William was granted 200 acres on the E. River, Pictou and I am curious to know if he settled there, or if he sold his grant and returned to Scotland? How would I find out?

lennons of Stellarton

TMackay258 — 4 Sep 2007 1:37:12 GMT

I am looking for the descendants and relatives of James Greer Lennon b June 18, 1866 d February 27, 1926 in Allan Shaft Mine. He had 4 brothers John, Michael, Thomas A and Harry (Haldon/Halton)
He was married twice: first wife Ann/Annie Nearing. Second wife Margaret Jordan.

grandfathers wife

alantoad4 — 7 Sep 2007 9:35:21 GMT

i have just found the maiden name of my grandfathers wife he got married sometime between 1911 and 1915 her name was mabel smithson his name was david watson any one do a look up for her marriege or death
thankyou
allan watson

MacDonalds of Glendale and Cregnish

DoloresMacPhee — 3 Oct 2005 10:32:50 GMT

I have more info on my Archibald J. MacDonald line of Trenton(formerly Glendale,Cape Breton) I was given quite a detailed list of names in my line and who they married.I am willing to share with anyone who may have links to this line.There are MacIssacs and MacEachens. Not much on the MacIssac line.

WILSON, Agnes Louise, d. Dec. 6, 2000

b1gqyq13 — 25 Jun 2001 3:20:12 GMT

WILSON, Agnes Louise - 76, 125 Hospital Ave., New Glasgow, formerly of Diamond St., Trenton, died Wednesday, December 6, 2000, in the Aberdeen Hospital, New Glasgow. Born in Liverpool, she was a daughter of the late Harry and Lettice (Whynott) Peach. She was a former employee of the Pictou County Co-op. She was a member of First United Church, Trenton and a member of Lady Doric Order of the Eastern Star. Surviving are her daughter, Barbara Jean (Joe) Malacarne, Newmarket, Ont.; son, Robert Gordon, Trenton; grandson, Daniel; special daughter, Marie (Peter) Goodfellow, Dartmouth; sister-in-law, Mae Dunbar, Abercrombie. She was predeceased by her husband, Gordon; sisters, Marion, Marjorie, Marie; brother, Bud. No visitation by request. Funeral service will be 11 a.m. Friday in First United Church, Trenton, Rev. James Chisholm officiating. Burial in Heatherdale Memorial Gardens. Family flowers only. Donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Arrangements under the direction of R.H. Porter Funeral Home, Trenton.

The Halifax Herald
Thursday, December 7, 2000

Jordan

TMackay258 — 4 Sep 2007 1:44:39 GMT

I am looking for the descendants of Henry and Christina/Christy (she was a Chisholm from Antigonish) Henry died June 10,1931 in an accidental drowning and lived in Bunker Hill @ that time. The following are a list of their children:
Sarah, Margaret (married James Lennon), Cassie, Thomas(married Anna Belle Chapman Feb 28,1921),Mary, Rose Ann (married Albert Works Sept 9,1922) James b 1903, John b 1904, Daniel b 1905 and William 1906.

Look up,Stella Maris Church

Gloria McKinney — 29 Jan 2005 11:20:35 GMT

Was wondering if someone could please do a lookup at the Stella Maris cemetery for a Joseph McLean having served in the 106 Battalion, NS Rifles with the #715335.I have looked at that site and his name and picture are missing so wonder if he is buried there in Pictou in 1916? Thanks in advance

Grant Caribou/Scotch Hill Pictou Co. N.S.

Beccie — 7 Oct 2006 2:54:49 GMT

My grandfather James Arthur Grant (b. 22Oct1891 - d. 9Apr2000) came from Caribou in Pictou County. I have also been told that his family may have come from Scotch Hill. Are they the same place? Thank you.

McGlashen's of Big Island

rchapman144 — 12 May 2007 12:05:56 GMT

Anyone researching this family?

Rev. John A. MacGlashen

emsmema — 23 Feb 2006 11:48:42 GMT

Looking for information on the family of Rev. John A MacGlashen. Of particular interest are his parents. I am trying to see if there is a connection with the MacGlashens/McGlashings of New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. Any help you might be able to give would be appreciated.
Thanks
Judi