Yarmouth - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

Daniel Roberts married Deborah Travis

LindaTemple72 — 9 Oct 2008 3:59:54 GMT

Daniel Roberts 1796-1874, son of Daniel Roberts and Anne Goodwin married Deborah Travis 1797, daughter of Nathaniel Travis and Rose Crowell. They likely lived somewhere in the Argyle area. The three children I have for them are Elizabeth 1830, Rebecca 1835 and Daniel 1840. Does anyone have anymore information on them? Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Linda

Metis' connection from Gideon Nickerson

Eleanor Nickerson — 19 May 2004 7:23:38 GMT

Does anyone have the connection to Narraganset Indians(Massachusetts) thru Gideon Nickerson & Sarah Bearse. I am a relative of Gideon thru my grandmother. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks

Obituary; Ronald Keith Hurlburt

autumnnites — 28 Sep 2008 8:28:55 GMT

HURLBURT, Rev. Ronald Keith Hurlburt, 54, North Carolina, passed away 17th September 2008, in Pitt Memorial Hospital, as the result of a motor vehicle accident. Born 23rd May 1954 in Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada, he was a son of Eleanor (Burrill) Hurlburt and the late Locke Hurlburt. He was the founding minister of Community Wesleyan Church, Goldsboro. He served in the ministry for 33 years. In addition to his mother he is survived by his wife, the former Jacquelene Polk; daughter, Jewell Williams, her husband, Dennis of Lynchburg, VA.; sisters, Jean, Polly, Rose, Marjorie; brothers, Charles, Frank, Michael, William, Donald, Howard and Brian, several nieces and nephews. In addition to his father he was predeceased by sister, Joan and brother, David. Funeral services will be held on Sunday at 6 p.m. at Goldsboro Wesleyan Church with Rev. Al Thompson officiating. Interment will be held at a later date in Greenwood Cemetery, Machias, Maine. The family will receive friends Sunday following the service at Goldsboro Wesleyan Church. Arrangements are being handled by Seymour Funeral Home and Cremation Service.
A memorial service followed by a reception was held 11 a.m. Wednesday, September 24th in the Centreville Baptist Church, Centreville, Kings County, Nova Scotia, Rev. Marc Potvin officiating.Family flowers only, by request. Donations in memory may be made to charity of your choice. Arrangements have been entrusted to White Family Funeral Home, Kentville.

William Perry

Pauline Perry — 15 Jun 2004 7:18:19 GMT

Searching for WILLIAM PERRY b.1740-1750's
Immigated from Perry's Island, near Chubogue and appearing Long Island, Digby Co. by 1798. Related To Moses Perry?!? Any help appreciated.
Pauline

NEED HELP WITH FAMILY RECORD SEARCH

peachiemom — 15 Jun 2008 2:36:30 GMT

Hello
My grandfather leopold Adolphus Wareham b May 25 1881 in kingston jamiaca not sure how he got to San Juan Puerto Rico there has to be some record.. I have a passager record with him coming from san Juan, Puerto Rico to New york on the ship Brazos in Oct 2 1918 age 38 He worked as a waiter on board. I know he went to Nova Scotia or New Brunswick and he married my grandmother Mary Hilda Jones on July 1 1926 in Nova Scotia. It also said on his marriage paper that he worked on the SS Prince George as a Porter.. and it has him living on a different ship SS it looks like Lites.. I know he ended back in New york for his WW2 Registration Draft card in April 27 1942 on the card it has him working at Commodore Hotel and was living in New york age 60.. So there has to be something about him cross the boarder again. I also got his Petitions for Naturalization and he is 67 dated November 1948.. As you can see he jumps around alot.. If anyone can help me get more ship records.

If anyone can help me I would be so grateful it has taken so long just to get what we have..
Oh ya it as his parent as Jacob Del Monte Wareham Kingston Jamaica wife Martha Bravas..

Thanks again for any help

Zachariah Foote & Elizabeth Ives

judysue — 23 Jun 2004 2:29:13 GMT

I am looking for information on the families of Zachariah and Elizabeth (Ives) FOOTE, who moved to Yarmouth from Salem, MA in 1769. He was a sea captain, and on Jan. 1, 1784 he left for Mass. and he and his crew were lost at sea.
His son Samuel married Anna WILLIAMS in 1798. Their son Samuel married Christiana MOORE of Digby,NS, and their son William Henry FOOTE married Mary Alice HAMILTON (Daughter of Cpt. David Wilson HAMILTON and Mary GAVEL) June 13, 1863 at Deerfield, Yarmouth, NS.
They were affiliated with the First Baptist church, and
moved to Cambridge, MA in 1863.
I would appreciate sharing information with anyone who is connected to these lines, as well as anyone who can give me an idea where I can go to fill in their lives.
Thank you. Judy Phillips

SURETTE/Clements, BMD or Census Look-ups

ajewell127 — 24 Mar 2006 7:18:53 GMT

I am trying to find out the birth, marriage or death information for the following Surettes, most born in Pinkney's Point, Yarmouth Co., Nova Scotia, but the later children may have been born in the Town of Yarmouth.

If you have any information, please let me know.

VIRGINIE EVENIE5 CLEMENTS (MARK (CLERMONT)4, FRANCOIS DAVID (JAUNE)3 CLERMONT, FRANCOIS (SAUGE)2, PAUL1) was born June 13, 1892. She married ANDREW JOSEPH SURETTE, son of GEORGE SURETTE and GEORGINE MUISE. He was born July 4, 1887, and died Abt. 1981.

Children of VIRGINIE CLEMENTS and ANDREW SURETTE are:
i. BELLA SURETTE.
ii. LEAH SURETTE, m. DOMINIC FORDY.
iii. IVY SURETTE, b. Abt. 1915; d. Abt. 2000; m. NORMAN CUNNINGHAM.
iv. ROSIE SURETTE, b. Bef. 1920; d. Bef. 1927.
v. DELPHINE BERNICE SURETTE, b. July 27, 1923, Pinkney's Point, Yarmouth Co., Nova Scotia;
vi. LUCY SURETTE, b. February 27, 1925; m. RAYMOND VACON.
vii. LILLIAN SURETTE, b. June 13, 1927; m. DONALD DOHERTY, September 6, 1950.

More About DONALD DOHERTY and LILLIAN SURETTE:
Marriage: September 6, 1950

viii. BEATRICE SURETTE, b. February 19, 1929; m. LOUIS BOUDREAU.
ix. BERNARD ANDREW SURETTE, b. Abt. 1931; m. ELEANOR CLEMENS, Abt. June 1954.

x. BARBARA SURETTE, b. Abt. 1937; m. (1) JOSEPH COTTREAU; m. (2) CLIVE HIGBY.

Hamiltons from Holland

vkramarski — 30 Aug 2008 3:47:20 GMT

I am looking for any information on Effie G Hamilton/Quigley who came from Holland and married John Robinson Quigley after he passed she moved from PEI to Nova Scotia to be with her parents Wm Hamilton, but cannot locate any information for her after 1891, she had one child Beatrice Quigley .

Agnes Meuse Burrage

phfarm — 5 Aug 2005 4:29:38 GMT

trying to trace Agnes Meuse??Burrage. She was born about 1868 in Fr. Canada. She married George Burrage also from Fr. Canada and they lived in Wakefield, MA. He was a stone mason and died before 1920. I found her on a boat from Yarmouth in 1900 and again in 1934 so hope she was visiting family - his or hers. any help?? Thanks

Churchill family

AmaroniGirl — 30 Apr 2004 4:21:21 GMT

Hi, I'm working on my family past, and my Churchill line goes back to Yarmouth. If anyone is also tracing this line, feel free to email. :)

My line, from 1600's ->

John Churchill and Hannah Pontus of Plymouth MA

Joseph Churchill and Sarah Hicks of Plymouth MA

Barnabas Churchill and Lydia Harlow of Plymouth MA

Lemuel Churchill and Abigail Ryder of Plymouth MA and Yarmouth NS

Ezra Churchill and Mary Roberts of Yarmouth NS

Nehemiah Churchill and Elizabeth Cann of Yarmouth NS

Nehemiah Churchill, Jr. and Annie Matheson

Nehemiah Jr. had three wives: Amanda Kinney, Sarah Kinney, and Annie Matheson.

Nehemiah Churchill Jr. was born around 1833 in Yarmouth. He married Annie Matheson in October 1873 in Sydney Mines, Cape Breton, NS.

They had three sons:
George A. Churchill, b. October 1874 in Ohio, Yarmouth, NS. d. 1930's in Brooklyn, NY.
Kenneth M. Churchill, b. December 1876 in Ohio, Yarmouth, NS.
Earle Murray Churchill, b. 02 April 1878 in Ohio, Yarmouth, NS. d. July 1929 in Quincy, MA

Nehemiah also had two daughters, Sarah and Elizabeth, from his first two marriages. He died sometime between 1881 - 1890; my relatives say he was lost at sea.

Hersey, Brainard Alderdice

LisaCurtis49 — 24 Aug 2008 8:55:36 GMT

Brainard Alderdice Hersey from Beaver River, Nova Scotia
Born on March 21 1879. Anybody a Hersey?

Records of birth &Marriage for Gideon Nickerson

ehmacisaac — 8 Aug 2008 9:56:21 GMT

Good morning list. I have just donated a record of birth for Gideon Nickerson and also his marriage to Sarah to the Shelburne County Archives& Genealogical Society for anyone out there that is interested. I acquired them from Chatham MA US and wished to pass them along as I know there are many many people from that line looking for them. I descend from them as well thru my Quinlan and Purdy family.
Eleanor (Purdy)MacIsaac

William Stanton Trefry m. Gertrude Dunham

DSwifty — 21 Jun 2004 7:52:52 GMT

Looking for information on William Stanton Trefry who married Gertrude Dunham at Arcadia in Yarmouth County, Nova Scotia on August 14, 1895

Morton, Trott, Abbott, Goodwin, Newell or Nickerson

democratharmony — 3 Dec 2007 10:22:37 GMT

Looking for Nationalities, dates, etc.... for
David/Ezekiel/Joshua/Wills(Wells) Morton or Julia/Martin/Samuel Trott
Patience Newell
Sarah Nickerson
Olivia/Kezia/Palatiah Goodwin
Sarah Seeley

Frosts of Argyle/Pubnico

joandjohnny1 — 7 Aug 2008 3:06:01 GMT

Looking for any information regarding Thomas Frost born about 1834, married Susan Goodwin in 1865.

Bingley family

margiebingley — 16 Jun 2004 6:59:47 GMT

i am researching the bingley family tree.i have found some marriages up in yarmouth county for bingays.. wondering if this is the same family with the surname mispelled.
if anyone hasany information on either name please contact me.. thank you margie bingley

Tedford/Poole

EstherTedford66 — 23 Jul 2008 2:34:10 GMT

I am looking for information on Calvin Oscar Tedford who first married Amelia Perry (Parry)?? and had two daughters, then married Jane Morrell and had five children. When Calvin Oscar Tedford died, Jane then married a Wilfred Poole. I cannot find much information on Amelia Perry (Parry) nor Wilfred Poole. If anyone can help, please contact me at etamalin@sympatico.ca.

Look up in Ma Vital Records 1841-1910

ehmacisaac — 24 Jul 2008 11:42:29 GMT

Would anyone having access to New England Historical Genealogical Society, MA Vital Records 1841-1910 be willing to do a lookup for me for a marriage of Jacob Purdy to Almira. Her maiden name was Bell or could have been Nichols which was her married name.Supposedly the marriage took place Oct 7th 1859 in Salem MA USA according to birth record of son which Jacob was the informant
Thank you so kindly
Eleanor MacIsaac
email me at
ehmacisaac@eastlink.ca

Obit Help - Robicheau, Elizabeth

cshynes1 — 5 Jul 2008 9:51:24 GMT

Hello;

I am attempting to find an obituary for a Elizabeth Robicheau nee. Frotten, she died in Yarmouth in Oct 1956. Now I know based on a family member that they once saw an obituary for her in an old newspaper published 24 Oct 1956.

I checked the Halifax Hearld and could not find anything. Does anyone make frequent trips to the Yarmouth County Museum to check and see if its maybe in the Yarmouth Light? or one of the older Yarmouth newspapers? It's going to be 6 months or more before I make another trip to Yarmouth, so here is hoping that someone is able to help.

Elizabeth Frotten
married
Ferdinand Leander Robicheau

Leander died 21 Feb 1933 in Yarmouth.

If anyone can assist please contact me at chris AT chrishynes.com

Thanks,

Chris

Annie Mary Walsh Robbins died 1902

SheilaMacCallumAnderson — 4 Jul 2008 1:39:03 GMT

DIED

At Fraserville P.Q., Mar.29, Annie Mary Robbins, beloved wife of William J. Walsh, aged 43 years born at Yarmouth, N.S.
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Yarmouth Light: 1902: Aug. 14th issue

Charles A. Hurlbert died Sept. 1st, 1902

SheilaMacCallumAnderson — 3 Jul 2008 8:50:10 GMT

On Monday night at the country home of his brother, J. Henry Hurlbert, Charles A. Hurlbert died of comsuption of the stomach, aged 39 years. He had recently arrived from Melrose Highlands, Mass. He was a native of this county and leaves a widow (formerly Miss Prout) and five children. The funeral took place at Kemptville yesterday.
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DIED
At Yarmouth, Sept. 1st, Mr. Charles A. Hurlbert, in the 39th year of his age, leaving a widow and five children.
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From the Yarmouth Light: 1902: Sept. 4th issue

Frank White's Sons 1902

SheilaMacCallumAnderson — 3 Jul 2008 8:41:51 GMT

Bradford White, son of Frank White, was drowned in a lake near Carleton last Wednesday, by the capsizing of a boat. He was about 16 years of age, and his untimely death is greatly deplored.

Albert, another son of Frank White, accidently shot off the end of his left thumb with a pistol.
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From the Yarmouth Light: 1902: Sept. 25th issue

yarmouth

mematty — 28 Jun 2008 6:44:08 GMT

im after the history of yarmouth the family name as i am 1

Born/Married/Died: Yarmouth Light 1902: April 13th issue

SheilaMacCallumAnderson — 27 Jun 2008 10:48:15 GMT

BORN

At Yarmouth, Mar. 24, to Mr. and Mrs. Thomas E. Smith, a daughter

At Clark's Harbor, Mar. 17, to Mr. and Mrs Lindley McComiskey, a son

At Roslindale, Mass., Easter Sunday, Mar. 30th, to Mr. and Mrs. J Bloisdell Wells, a son --- 11 3/4 lbs.

At Bradford, Penn., Mar. 30, to Dr. and Mrs. J. Maurice Crosby, a daughter
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MARRIED

At Pleasant Valley, Mar. 27, by Rev. M.W. Brown, Charles Brittain, of Richfield, Digby Co., and Maggie F. Manzer, of Hilltown, Digby Co.,N.S.

At Bear Point, Mar. 28th, by Elder Wm. Halliday, Mr. Robert Hines, of Pubnico Head and Miss Annie B. Nickerson, of Charlesville.

At the home of the bride's parents, Clyde River, N.S., Mar. 26th by Rev. Jno. Phalen, Mr. Gilbert W. Nickerson to Millie, second daughter of John McKay, Esq., all of Clyde River.
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DIED

At Yarmouth, Apr. 1st, of heart disease, John J. Moses, aged 64 years, leaving a widow and 8 children.

At Central Chebogue, Mar. 20, Lucretia A., beloved wife of Capt. David Pinckney, aged 71 years

At Pinckney's Point, Mar. 25th of typhoid fever, Annie, daughter of Mr. Stephen DeViller, aged 12 years, 8 months and 11 days

At Clark's Harbor, Mar. 18th, James, son of Mr. and Mrs Carmi Nickerson, aged 5 years

At Westport, N.S., Mar. 24, Ezra Bailey, aged 75 years, leaving a wife, 2 daughters and 2 sons

At Newburyport, Mar. 28, Capt. Wm. McKay, shipwright, aged 78 (may be 73) years, a native of Shelburne, N.S.
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From the Yarmouth Light: 1902: April 13th issue

Carleton News:1902/Feb.27th/April13th and 24th issues Yarmouth Light

SheilaMacCallumAnderson — 27 Jun 2008 10:23:08 GMT

CARLETON
Feb. 24th

Evening parties are the order of the day for both old and young.

Mr. W. Blauvelt, who is working in Yarmouth is spending a few days at his home.

Miss Agnes Hilton has gone to Yarmouth for a few weeks.

The officers of Rossignol Lodge, I. O. G. T., were installed last Tuesday night by Mr. James Durkee, L.D., as follows:

C.T., Fernando Annis
P.C.T., Argena Annis
V.T., Lydia Nicholl
Sec., Jessie Miller
Treas., Laura Annis
Fin. Sec. Lottie Morehouse
Chap., Maude Normandy
Mar., Violet Perry
Guard, Clayton Richardson
Sent., Mabel Blauvelt
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Above from the Yarmouth Light: 1902 Feb. 27th issue
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CARLETON
Apr. 21st

Miss C. Killam of Yarmouth, visited Miss J. Ryerson last week.

Mr. L. Ring of Kemptville visited his cousin, Miss Maude Normandy one day last week.

Miss M. Moses of Hebron, paid a flying visit here recently.

Miss Jennie Ryerson gave a party to the young folks of this village on the eve of the 17th. All expressed themselves as having spent a very pleasant evening.

Mr. A. Sweeney is passing through this village with Dickie & McGrath's logs.

Mr. James Phillips and daughter, Mrs. Geo. Adams, spent the 12th and 13th with Mr. and Mrs. T. H. Uhlman.
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From the Yarmouth Light: 1902: April 24thh issue
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CARLETON
Mar. 31st

Mrs. Otawaya, of Halifax, is visiting at Mrs. F.G. Annis'.

Miss McLeod of Argyle is visiting her cousin, Miss Laura Annis.

Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Earle on the arrival of a son.

The ladies of the Presbyterian church gave a pie social in the hall on the 24th. The sum of $14 was realized.

Mrs. D.O. McKay is visiting her mother, Mrs. Mary Miller.

Miss Ethel Corning, of Yarmouth, is visiting her cousin, Miss Jessie Miller.

Mr. T.H. Uhlman left on the 26th for New Tusket to take charge of Dickie & McGrath's logs.

The Sunday school, assisted by the choir of the Baptist church, gave an Easter concert Sunday afternoon. The program was as follows:

Prelude. Opening remarks

Song-- "Ring, Joy, Bells, Ring."

Short prayer

Song --- "Easter time has come again."

Recitation by Miss May Stingel

Song --- "About, ye high heavens."

Rec.---- "Easter Bells," by Miss M. Normandy

Song by chldren ---- "Merry Easter bells."

Responsive reading by school and pastor

Song ---- "Hail the Risen King."

Address by pastor, Rev. M. W. Brown

Anthem by choir ---- I am he that liveth

Duet and Chorus ---- Beautiful day."

Letter exercise by 13 children

Song ---- "Jesus lives again."

Recitation by Viva Stingel

Song----- "Glory, Glory, Night is Ended," by Miss Lillie and Master Murray Clements

Offertory.

Anthem --- "Resurrection Morn."

Song ---- "Hallelujah! Christ is Risen"

Rec. ---- "Christ is Risen." by Miss Lillie Clements

Song ---- "Wave Victors' Palm"

"Coronation," Benediction
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From the Yarmouth Light: 1902: April 13th issue

NEED HELP WITH FAMILY RECORD SEARCH

peachiemom — 15 Jun 2008 2:36:01 GMT

Hello
My grandfather leopold Adolphus Wareham b May 25 1881 in kingston jamiaca not sure how he got to San Juan Puerto Rico there has to be some record.. I have a passager record with him coming from san Juan, Puerto Rico to New york on the ship Brazos in Oct 2 1918 age 38 He worked as a waiter on board. I know he went to Nova Scotia or New Brunswick and he married my grandmother Mary Hilda Jones on July 1 1926 in Nova Scotia. It also said on his marriage paper that he worked on the SS Prince George as a Porter.. and it has him living on a different ship SS it looks like Lites.. I know he ended back in New york for his WW2 Registration Draft card in April 27 1942 on the card it has him working at Commodore Hotel and was living in New york age 60.. So there has to be something about him cross the boarder again. I also got his Petitions for Naturalization and he is 67 dated November 1948.. As you can see he jumps around alot..

If anyone can help me I would be so grateful it has taken so long just to get what we have..

Oh ya it as his parent as Jacob Del Monte Wareham Kingston Jamaica wife Martha Bravas..

Thanks again for any help

George B Frost b. abt 1896 Plymouth obit

ls046 — 29 Jan 2005 1:49:17 GMT

Looking for date of birth of George B. Frost son of George Frost and Ida Whitehouse. George resided in Worcester, Massachusetts and married Agnes Ducey. They had a daughter Jane. He died April 11, 1950.
From Worcester Telegram
George B Frost R.R. Engineer Dies
George B Frost, 54, of 30 Carlisle Street, employed by the Boston and Albany Railroad for 33 years died yesterday in City Hospital. He was born in Plymouth, Nova Scotia, son of the late George H and Ida J. Whitehouse. He was a member of Central Congregational Church and the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Fireman. He started on the railroad as a fireman in August 1916 and was made an engineer in 1932. He had passenger and freight runs from Worcester to Boston and Worcester to Springfield. He entered the hospital January 31st. He leaves his wife
Agnes C Ducey and a daughter Miss Jane M Frost both of Worcester. Six sisters:
Miss Kathleen Frost and Mary wife of Harold Otto both of Wellesley Hills, Genevieve wife of George Coggan of Newton Highlands, Isabelle wife of George Barker of Alberta Canada, Charlotte wife of George Purdy of Plymouth Canada and Aleda wife of Elwood Mason of Hillsborough New Hampshire. And two brothers: Roy and David Frost both of Plymouth Canada. Funeral services will be held at 2 pm Thursday at Caswell-King Co. 835 Main Street. Reverend Herman A Spinney will officiate. Burial will be in Hope Cemetery. Calling hours at the funeral home are 7 to 9 pm.

Edward Nickerson's Accident 1901

SheilaMacCallumAnderson — 7 Jun 2008 10:19:41 GMT

Forest Glen

Mr. Edward Nickerson, of Bloomfield, working in the lumber woods for Archibald Sweeny, got his hand badly torn by a chain hook. Mr. N. was chaining logs with his horse, and as his horse started, the chain hook caught him by the hand and the horse drew him for some distance.
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From the Yarmouth Light, 1901, March 21st issue

GOODEN

cwallg — 29 May 2008 4:39:24 GMT

Looking for Gooden family in Yarmouth. Samuel Smith Gooden, b.1801, children Samuel b.1829, Mary b.1830, Benjamin b. 1834. Any trace of these people would be greatly appreciated.
Jody Gooden

Spates

Gale Stevenson — 11 Sep 2006 1:34:10 GMT

Trying to connect witnthe Nova Scotia Churchill line connected to Spates.
Please reply to nancydrew1084@yahoo,com

Minnie Frazer

queenbee1 — 22 May 2008 8:37:04 GMT

Looking to see if anyone may have a Minnie Frazer in their family tree. Minnie is my g-grandmother. Born around 1860 in Nova Scotia. That about all I know about Minnie and Nova Scotia. Looking to visit Nova Scotia soon, but am unsure where to go...which county/providence/city in Nova Scotia to visit.

Capt Charles Jenkins m. Maria Clark 1839 Yarmouth NS

gardengal2a34 — 22 May 2008 8:14:02 GMT

Looking for information on

Capt Charles Jenkins who married my great grandfather's sister Maria Clark (daughter of Ebenezer Clark(e)) in Yarmouth NS in 1839
Marriage bond https://www.novascotiagenealogy.com/ItemView.aspx?ImageFile=...
I am researching the Clark family and would appreciate any help on this branch.

Kirkpatrick/Crawford.

dkirkpatrick6 — 5 May 2008 9:53:41 GMT

Robert Crawford and Sarah Kirkpatrick were married in St.John New Brunswick in 1873 but settled in Yarmouth shortly after. They had at least 4 children, Robert, Sadie, George and Frederick. Frederick died young in Yarmouth, Robert Jr. married in Truro in 1902, Sadie never married (I don't think she did) but I don't know what ever happened to George or if Robert and Sadie had any other children. I would greatly appreciate it if anyone has access to the 1891 census for Yarmouth they could look up this family for me and/or if anyone knows of this family they could get in touch with me. Thank you Dawn

Walter J. Houghton (1900- )

Terri Hamblin — 30 Apr 2004 4:04:44 GMT

Looking for info about Walter J. Houghton b. 1/30/1900 in Yarmouth, N.S. CAN. I am told he may have been taken in by a family named MacDonald or McDonald. Possibly his mother remarried to this family? Came to Bridgewater,Massachusetts as a young man and m. Zilpha Ruth Davison. Had 3 children. He was a corrections officer for Bridgewater State Hospital and also a Mass. State Trooper. Looking desperately for his parents names or possibly any siblings he may have had. Been searching for over 20 yrs. If you can help, please e mail me at Countrygirl214@hotmail.com.
Thank you.

Epson and David Travis drown 1890

SheilaMacCallumAnderson — 6 Apr 2008 10:00:57 GMT

Kemptville

The drowning accident by which the two sons of Mr. E. Travis, Epson and David, aged 13 and 17, lost their lives is the saddest known in the history of Kemptville. The sadness is increased when it is remembered that Mr. Travis has within a year lost his eldest daughter by fever.

Supposition leads to the following conclusion in the case of the drowning accident: the young men engaged in the field only a few hundred feet from where they were drowned, which spot was exposed to view from the east and west roads, the mill, church and their own home. It was about eleven o'clock when they were noticed to descend towards the river by Mr. Hayes, who supposed they had decided to drive some cattle from off the intervale on the opposite side of the river, and in attempting to cross on a medium sized log, lost control of it and were precipitated into the water. David was noted as a good swimmer and his drowning is unaccounted for, as he could have easily swam to the shore. But discretion is sometimes lost in the moment of excitement, and he being unwilling to leave his smaller brother struggling in the water alone, probably attempted to catch the log, which would naturally roll unless taken hold of by the end, and as a consequence both were drowned.

Just as the men were leaving the steam mill, the word came to them that a hat had been found on the beach and all gathered in that vicinity. Punts, rafts and boats were employed, and grappling irons of every description, but not until darkness and pouring rain came on, was the first body found; the other was recovered at nine o'clock.

It is seldom the lot of any community to witness so sad a spectacle as was presented by the removal of the bodies from the river to the house. The circumstances of the case, coupled with the darkness of the night, the drizzling rain and flickering of about twenty lanterns, tended to inspire a feeling of awe. The grief of the poor mother and other members of the household was heart-rending.

The funeral took place on Friday, and was largely attended. The procession was headed by the A.C.T. Society. The service was conducted by Rev. E. Parker, and the two bodies were buried in one grave.

"Childrens' day" has been postponed until July 20th, on account of the late drowning accident.
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From the Yarmouth Light: 1890: June 17th issue

William Whitehouse Robert's Island

greene12291 — 1 Apr 2008 10:53:55 GMT

I am related to William Whitehouse b~1850 on Robert's Island, he was married to Orpah Kenney 1853-1883. Their son Bertram Leander Whitehouse is my great-grandfather. I'm not sure how old Bertram was when he left Nova Scotia for Boston or if William left as well. Also I was told that Bertram had a brother who went to live in South Africa. Bertram married Helen Libby they had 5 sons William E.,Ralph B.(my grandfather),Grant,Warren,and Donald. Any information about my family would be greatly appreciated. My email is sag327@yahoo.com. I've only just figured out how to do email so please be patient,Thanks! Susan Whitehouse

Jerry Hurlbert Died Nov. 1986

SheilaMacCallumAnderson — 26 Mar 2008 5:18:31 GMT

Springhaven..... Dec. 14.

Death from diphtheria: Jerry Hurlbert a young man who has been boarding at the house of Loran Berry, on Maple street, died last evening from diphtheria. Mr. Hurlbert was sick but a few days, and the news of his death will be a great surprise to his friends. Mr. Hurlbert went to Salem on Wednesday and heard the proceedings at the district court. On Thursday he was taken sick and on Friday Dr. Batchelder was called. The doctor saw what the trouble was at once and notified the Board of Health. On Saturday Dr. Baldwin was called in consultation and anti-toxine was used; but the new remedy was not sufficient to stay the disease and Mr. Hurlbert died last night. The funeral will be held this afternoon.

From a Danvers paper..... Deceased was the third son of Mr. David Hurlbert of this place. He had been living in Danvers for some time, but was expecting to come home soon for the winter. The news was a great shock to his parents and friends. He was in his twenty-fifth year. Our sympathy is with the afflicted.
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DIED:

At Danvers, Mass., Nov. 30 of diphtheria, Jeremiah, beloved son of David and Caroline Hurlbert, of Springhaven, Yar. Co., aged twenty-four years and eight months.
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From the Yarmouth Light: 1896: Dec. 17th issue

Daniel T. Allen (1855 – 1920) Yarmouth NS streetcar conductor

lsas98 — 25 Mar 2008 4:35:13 GMT

Some time ago, Bernice Allen (of Thunder Bay Ont.) was looking for information on Daniel Allen a streetcar conductor in Yarmouth Nova Scotia. I am a descendent of Daniel’s and am willing to provide whatever information I can. I have tried to contact you via two e-mail addresses with no luck. Please contact me.

Thomas Phillips

SDRISCOLL77 — 21 Mar 2008 1:55:49 GMT

Looking for info on Thomas Phillips born 1852 Nova Scotia.Married Ella C Wilson,born 1862 at sea.Came to USA about 1880.Two children born in Mass.Pansy and Rose.

Ebenezer Clark

gardengal2a34 — 17 Mar 2008 9:40:44 GMT

Looking for information on the descendants of Ebenezer Clark(e) and his wife Abigail Tedford. I am descended from his son John Griffin Clark (m. Magaret Durkee 1864 )who settled in Berwick, NS

I found the following at a Clarke mailing list archive:

http://archiver.rootsweb.com/th/read/CLARKE/2005-12/11335526...

VI.Ebenezer CLARKE #16854, b. 12 Sep 1787 in Yarmouth, NS, CAN. He
married Abigail TEDFORD #16855, b. Abt 1790 in Probably CAN. Ebenezer
died 16 Jul 1863 in Yarmouth, NS, CAN, buried: in Mountain Cem.,
Yarmouth, NS, CAN.
Abigail: Best guess for birth date & location... wid/o Andrew FLINT...

I would like to find more about Ebenezer and his children. Any help greatly appreciated.

Montague

kristinsandberg1 — 29 Feb 2008 5:39:39 GMT

My great great grandmother was Jessie (Montague) Hines she married Jeremiah Hines also of Nova Scotia. I am looking for more information on her parents and family.

Photo of "Spears Lunch"

cynthias87 — 14 Feb 2008 12:12:26 GMT

Hi - I was wondering if anyone would have an old photo of Yarmouth which included "Spears Lunch", maybe in the background.
I believe the street is John Street (off of Main) - any help would be greatly appreciated!

Stewart Wellesley Cogswell

Linda_Mesestovic — 12 Feb 2008 9:59:16 GMT

I am trying to find an obit and the cemetery that Stewart Cogswell is buried in.
He was the son of Arthur Cogswell and mother was Helen M. Lithgow of Halifax. He was born January 1, 1892 in Halifax.
Stewart was a noted aviator in the USA and died in Flordia in 1956 but was buried in Yarmouth.
I am compiling data on the Lithgow's and would like to know if there are family members that might be alive and have pictures of the family.
Thanking you

Yarmouth County Boys Quarantined:1901:Sept.

SheilaMacCallumAnderson — 9 Feb 2008 4:12:35 GMT

TUSKET HILL MAN DEAD

Quarantine Station
Halifax, Sept.23rd, 1901

Editor Yarmouth Light:
Dear Sir,

We arrived here Friday afternoon, 2:30 o'clock, in schr. Ella M. Goodwin, Capt. James D. Goodwin, with two sick men--- Monde White, Abram's River, and Edward Harding, Newfoundland.

At 6 o'clock, the doctors' boat came along side and on seeing the men pronounced the disease smallpox. So at 8 o'clock a towboat took a line from us and towed us up to the wharf of this little island. The next day we got a team and drove the two sick men to the hospital, and the rest of us had to leave the vessel and take another building. We are 20 of a crew; there being 18 of us in this house. Any who are taken sick have to go to the hospital.

There are seven of Schr. Thalia's crew in the hospital now, and one dead. His name is William Muise from Tusket Hill.

Arthur Amiro and Dolph Muise, from Tusket Hill, are in the hospital (also) Robert Muise from Muise's Pt., and George Muise from the Wedge. The rest, I don't know their names, but they are getting along fine.

I don't know if we will ever get off this island or not, but I hope we will; I tell you, it is a lonesome place. The only company we get is the doctor's boat. She comes here twice a day.

This is all for to-day. Please leave a little space in the Light for these few lines. Don't be frightened of this paper. It has been fumigated. There is no danger.

Yours truly
REUBEN S. BURKE
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From the Yarmouth Light:1901:Sept. 26th issue

Sad Accident at Canaan,April,1899

SheilaMacCallumAnderson — 9 Feb 2008 3:53:45 GMT

SAD ACCIDENT AT CANAAN

Ten Year Old Daughter of Norman Tinkham Burned to Death Near Her Home

Canaan, Yar., Apr.17-

On Tuesday afternoon of last week Flora Tinkham, with her two sisters Lily and Nora, left their home to play. One of them proposed building a fire on a large rock about three minutes'walk from the house. They acted upon this with childish glee, and put a can on the fire filled with water and teaberry leaves. When they thought they were ready to serve, little Flora went to remove the can, taking the edge of her dress skirt as a holder. The flames caught it and her sister Lily sprang to put out the fire. The shock being too much for her she fainted. Then Flora screamed, and trying with her hands to quench the flames became bewildered, took a few steps and fell.

A man working near by heard the cry and rushed to the spot. He tore off the remaining clothing from the child and wished to carry her to the house, but she insisted on walking as her feet had not recieved any injuries. She remained conscious until half an hour before her death, which took place before midnight, and talked rationally, though enduring exquisite agony. At the same time she was devoured with a raving thirst and drank quantities of water. Dr. Morse was called and did all he could to alleviate her sufferings until Providence removed her to rest.

She was a bright, intelligent child. She spent part of the past year with her brother in Tusket and while there made many friends among her playmates at school. Rev. M. Brown, assisted by Rev. Mr. Osser, conducted services from the home and in the hall at Wilson's Bridge, where interment took place. The funeral services were largely attended on Friday 14th. The members of the Sunday school class, of which she was one, marched in procession, and the bearers were four members of the same Sunday school. The floral tributes were very pretty. The bereaved parents and family have the sympathy of a large circle of friends in this sudden affliction. Mr. Norman Tinkham was away from home at the time of the accident.
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From the Yarmouth Light: 1899/April 20ieth issue

Kemptville & Tusket Falls News:1897:Oct. 7th

SheilaMacCallumAnderson — 4 Feb 2008 6:51:24 GMT

Kemptville......Oct.4.......

Mr. and Mrs. S. Roberts and his mother, have returned to their home in Lynn. They were accompanied by Mrs. P. Roberts.

Miss Libbie Hurlbert who has been spending a few weeks with her mother, has returned to Swampscott.

Mrs. A. Spinney is visiting friends in Beverly.

Mrs. Porter and Mrs. Crosby, of Yarmouth, have returned home after spending several weeks with Mrs. Geo. Hurlbert.

Messrs. Wm Reeves and Wm Raynard arrived on Sept. 25th.

Mrs. Seaten Annis, and little boys Randall and Fern, of Carleton, have been spending a week with Mr. Wm. Randall.

Miss Lizzie Prosser has gone to Caledonia for an indefinite period. She will be greatly missed among the church workers here.

The carpenters have been kept busy in this neighborhood. Messrs. Melford Prime and Joseph Crowell have moved in their new houses, while Leonard Morton's, Maurice Prosser's, Wm Reeves and Omar Roberts are nearing completion.

Mr. and Mrs. N. Travis will shortly return to their home in Kiona.

A number from here expect to attend the Exhibition in Yarmouth this week.

Mrs. Martha Hurlbert has returned from Mass., where she has been spending the summer with friends. She was accompanied by her daughter Miss Lucinda who remained a week.

Miss Josie Roberts and Miss Libbie Hurlbert are visiting their parents.

Mr. Wm. Rogers is home for a week.

Miss Bertha Eldridge who has been spending the summer with her sister Mrs. L. Prosser, has returned to Deerfield.

Mrs. Handley Roberts, accompanied her daughter, Mrs. T. Roberts to Lynn.

Capt. Shaw's little son, Darrell, who has been sick, is recovering.

The Kemptville Lumber Co.'s Mill is undergoing thorough repairs under the supervision of Mr. Obed Parker, of Bear River.

The indications are that the mines will be in full blast this fall. Mr. S. Ryerson and Capt. R. Allen are working up their claims and have already found a small quantity of the precious ore. The mine formerly worked by Mr. Nash will resume operations under Mr. E. Walton.

Some of our moose hunters have been quite fortunate. Mr. James Sabean brought out his second on Saturday.

The potato crop is almost a complete failure, and the apples are scarce.

Sunday, Sept. 26th a large number of people followed the remains of Mr. Clarence Crowell to their last resting place. Mr. Crowell had been in poor health for some time and his death was not unexpected. Much sympathy is felt for the sorrowing widow and friends in their affliction.
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Tusket Falls--- Oct. 6----

Mr. David Lamoreaux is improving the appearance of his house by a new coat of paint.

Messr. Robert Reynard and Norman Brayne were again counted among the lucky ones returning home with another moose, Mr. Reynard being the shooter.

Mr. Layton S. Reynard is putting up a new house.

Mr. and Mrs. Bradford Goodwin spent a few days in Pubnico.

Mrs. Sylvain Meuse, of Melbourne, has been visiting her daughter, Mrs. O.W. Hatfield.

Mr. and Mrs. Robert Allen, were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Bowman Hatfield on the 3rd.

Rev. Mr. Brooks and Mr. Cogswell are holding a series of meetings at Tusket Falls, Springhaven and Reynardton. They are going to have baptism Sunday at Springhaven.
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From the Yarmouth Light: 1897:Oct. 7th issue

Glenwood News/1897/Oct.7th:Roberts/Crowell Deaths:Miner/Crowell Wedding

SheilaMacCallumAnderson — 4 Feb 2008 6:04:03 GMT

Glenwood....Oct.5.----

Death ever active has again entered our community and taken two of our elderly citizens. Mr. Joseph Roberts died on Sept. 27th at the age of 68 years. He had been ill for some time, but a few days before his death grew worse until he died. He leaves a widow and two sons, also a large number of relatives and friends. Mr. Roberts was a member of the Free Baptist church here. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. J.W. Freeman, assisted by the Baptist minister Rev. Mr. Brown.

Mr. Uriah Crowell died on the 28th ult. Had he lived until the 4th of this month he would have been 80 years of age. Mr. Crowell had been feeble for some time, but for the last few weeks had seemed to enjoy better health. Only the day before his death he was able to go out to see his children and neighbors. He leaves a widow and six children and many relatives and friends. Mr. Crowell was also a member of the Free Baptist church. Rev. J.W. Freeman preached the funeral sermon.

A very pretty wedding occurred at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. Herbert Abbott, North Grovesland, Mass., last Wednesday evening, when Miss Mary E. Miner sister of Mrs. Abbott, was united in marriage to Mr. Rodman E. Crowell, of Haverhill, formerly of this place. The bride was becomingly attired in a gown of heliotrope, trimmed with lace and wore white asters. She was attended by her niece, Miss Alice M. Abbott. Mr. W.D. Bridge acted as best man. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Alexander Sloan, pastor of the Congregational church. The wedding march was played by Miss Nellie Abbott, niece of the bride. The parlor was beautifully decorated with flowers. After the ceremony the company retired to the dining room where the luncheon was served by the hostess, assisted by Mr. and Mrs. Fred Fowler. Mr. and Mrs. Crowell left for Brookline amid a shower of rice.
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From the Yarmouth Light: 1897:Oct.7th issue

Nathaniel Travis' birthday party, 1897

SheilaMacCallumAnderson — 4 Feb 2008 2:56:07 GMT

Kemptville

The 78th birthday of Mr. Nathaniel Travis, was celebrated Sept. 30th by a large gathering of relatives and friends at the home of his son, Mr. Elkanah Travis. Among those who enjoyed the festivities were Mrs. Rosanna Roberts (Mr. Travis' invalid sister), Mr. and Mrs. Nathaniel Travis, of Kiona, Washington, Mr. and Mrs. Abijah Ring, Mr. and Mrs. John Ring, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Roberts, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Crowell, Mrs. Amos Travis, Mrs. Greenlaw, Miss Lettie Travis, Mr. and Mrs. Lemuel Hamilton, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Hamilton, Mr. and Mrs. Jno. Randall, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Randall, Mr. and Mrs. Omar Roberts and Mrs. James Prout. After a sumptuous tea the evening was spent in singing the old and favorite songs of the company. Mrs. Jno. Randall presided at the organ. Everybody expressed themselves well pleased with the enjoyments of the day and thought a more entertaining host and hostess could not be easily found.
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From the Yarmouth Light:1897:Oct. 7th issue

Aylward & Perry families

Martti Kajorinne — 11 Jun 2004 8:51:12 GMT

I am looking for descendants of the Aylwards or Perrys from Yarmouth County area. The Perrys that I am interested in are descended from Moses Perry, born 1714 and arrived here in 1761.

Shag Harbor on Fire/1897/Oct 17th

SheilaMacCallumAnderson — 30 Jan 2008 9:11:49 GMT

SHAG HARBOR -Oct. 18.-

Sunday Oct. 17th is a day that will long be remembered in this place. Years ago, when heavily wooded, it has been visited by forest fires but even then the damage was chiefly confined to destruction of timber, but now with the woods nearly all cut away we never entertained a thought of the possibility of a visit from the fire fiend. With the present unusally dry season everything presented a fine opportunity for it. On Sunday morning the place was enveloped in smoke, it being impossible to see any distance, the high wind which sprang up in the night having rapidly brought down on us the fire which for some time has been smouldering to the north of us, presumably left by the contractors who have been clearing the right of way for the railroad. The rapid pace at which it came on and everything so inflammable - the earth burning to a depth of three or four inches - soon brought it in dangerous proximity to the houses. About 10 a.m. the barn of Capt. Isaac A. Nickerson caught on fire and despite all possible efforts soon communicated to the house and both buildings within thirty minutes were a mass of ruins. Very little was saved from the buildings on which we understand there is no insurance. Considerable difficulty was experienced in preventing the fire spreading to the buildings of Capt. S. W. Kendrick. Bridges in the street were on fire together with the fences, Temperance Hall was in danger, but this was extinguished. Soon after smoke was seen issuing from a corner of the F.B. church and investigation showed it to be on fire underneath but not having much headway was soon under control. By this time efforts to turn the fire were abandoned and everyone worked to procure supplies of water. Such a Sunday was never known before in Shag Harbor. Men and boys were busily engaged in filling every available utensil with water and teams were conveying them from the sea to the various houses for uses in emergency. Everyone was up through the night and at many houses it was only by constantly wetting the buildings and beating back the fire that they were saved. Many removed their possessions from the houses and others were ready packed, not knowing where to find a place of security. The worst of the fire appears to be over, although with the fire so deep in the turf and with the high winds there is yet much danger. It has spread eastward and there are heavy fires on and near Bear Point to-day. Great sympathy is felt for Capt. Nickerson and family in their loss, he being at Halifax in schr. Hattie S., with a cargo of herring and will return to find only blackened ruins in place of the comfortable home he left. The fire is said to have originated from the railroad and partly from some set by individuals, but those whose negligence caused so much destruction should be made to pay for it.
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From the Yarmouth Light: 1897/Oct. 21st Issue

Carleton News/1897/Oct.21st Issue/Yarmouth Light

SheilaMacCallumAnderson — 30 Jan 2008 7:50:33 GMT

Carleton- Oct.18.-

On Sunday, the 10th inst., the Presbyterian church, which has been undergoing repairs for public worship for some time was re-opened for public worship. The whole building, now thoroughly repaired and painted within and without, presents a most striking appearance, and is an ornament to this already charming neighborhood. It is plain to be seen that the congregation seek to give their best to the service of God. In all the alterations and improvements about the church neatness judgment and good taste are abundantly manifest. The neat and dainty exterior pleases the eye, and invites the entrance; while within, the audience room with its soft and harmonious coloring and modest but beautiful decorative work at once gratifies refined taste and gives an impression of quiet beauty and repose so appropriate to a place of worship. The enterprise of the congregation is to be recommended. Without doubt, Presbyterianism is represented here by one of the neatest and most beautiful churches to be found in our country districts.

Much praise in securing this gratifying result is due to the artistic taste and skilled workmanship of Mr. Alvin Earle, and his assistants of Yarmouth, who did the entire work of painting and decoration.

A pleasing feature of the opening services was the introduction and use of the new "Books of Praise," recently issued for the Presbyterian church in Canada for the famous University Press of Oxford, England.

The community is indebted to the interest and activity of our friends Messrs. J.Croll Gillis and Fred C. Ryerson for a very enjoyable concert in the Baptist church a few days since. These gentlemen were assisted by Miss Deinstadt, the Misses Killam and Messrs. Medcalfe and Dane all of Yarmouth. The programme included a good selection of vocal and instrumental music, and reading. Every part was well rendered and thoroughly enjoyed by all present.
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From the Yarmouth Light:1897: Oct. 21st Issue

Joseph Hurlbert died March 1897

SheilaMacCallumAnderson — 30 Jan 2008 7:17:53 GMT

Obituary

Mr. Joseph Hurlbert, well known as an upright citizen, died suddenly at his home in Yarmouth on Saturday last, of heart failure. Mr. Hurlbert was 75 years of age and a carpenter by trade. The bereaved wife and relatives have the sincere sympathy of their friends.
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From the Yarmouth Light: 1897: April 1st issue

Alex Robicheau's child died 1897

SheilaMacCallumAnderson — 30 Jan 2008 7:11:40 GMT

Died:

At Yarmouth, May 17, the child of Mr. Alex Robicheau aged about 6 months.
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From the Yarmouth Light: 1897: May 20ieth issue

Deacon W.H. Gridley died June, 1897

SheilaMacCallumAnderson — 30 Jan 2008 7:07:34 GMT

Died:

Entered into life eternal, June 21, 1897, Dea.W.H. Gridley, of Yarmouth, N.S., in the 78th year of his age, son of the late Richard Gridley, of Boston, Mass., grand-son of General Richard Gridley of the same, and great, grandson of Artillery Capt. Richard Gridley, County Essex, England.
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Obituary:

Deacon W.H. Gridley pased away from earth on Monday last, after a long and painful illness, aged 77 years. Although he was "full of years" and his friends must have expected the summons ere long, yet none who loved the best type of citizen can hear of his death without regret. In every walk of life he was all that a citizen should be. His family are grown up and some have left the home nest but no doubt they will long miss the wise counsels of a good father. We convey the sympathy of the town to the sorrowing widow and family. The funeral took place yesterday and was very largely attended.
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From the Yarmouth Light: 1897:June 24th issue

For more information about his memorial service see page 1 of the July 1st issue, of the Yarmouth Light:1897

John J. Hurlbert, painter of church spires, 1897

SheilaMacCallumAnderson — 30 Jan 2008 5:43:43 GMT

Mr. John J. Hurlbert, a native of this county, who has been working in the United States for the past twelve years as a painter of church spires, is now in Yarmouth. He painted the spire of the Tusket Baptist church by hand without aid of staging.
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From the Yarmouth Light: 1897:July 29th issue

Gavel - Lost in the Woods Adventure 1897

SheilaMacCallumAnderson — 30 Jan 2008 5:37:25 GMT

Tusket Falls-Aug. 21st-

One day last week two women, Mrs. James Gavel and Mrs. Norman Gavel and little boy, got lost in the woods. They went to look for cattle and getting "out of their reckoning" wandered about all day till darkness overtook them and had to stay out all night. It being rainy and stormy, they passed a very uncomfortable night. Next morning a crowd of men turned out to seek for them. The first to find them were Charles Wood and Percy Hatfield. The lost ones were glad to give up their search for cattle and return home weary and hungry.
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From the Yarmouth Light:1897: Sept. 2nd issue

Ohio News:1897:Aug. 19th

SheilaMacCallumAnderson — 30 Jan 2008 12:55:38 GMT

Ohio---Aug. 18.

Mr. Arthur Baragan, Eugene Vickery, and Mrs. Dovonan, of Mass., are the guests of Mrs. Maggie Crosby.

Mr. and Mrs. G.S. Wyman, of West Somerville, are visiting their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Asa Wyman.

Miss Nina Johnson, of Plymouth, who has been spending a few months with her sister, Mrs. Irad Moses, returned home last Saturday.

Mrs. Horace Durkee of Danvers, and Miss Laura Durkee, of this place, left on Tuesday's boat for Mass.

Mr. Sorensen Scoville left on Tuesday's boat for Beverly.

Mrs. George Crosby and two children have gone to Boston to see Mr. Crosby, who is working there.

The Monday morning train brought a number of young ladies from the city to visit Miss Winnifred Moses. Soon after arriving horses were harnessed and they with a number of Mr. Moses' family were seen driving farther into the country, we understand for the purpose of holding a picnic.

Miss Ida Wyman has gone to Sackville to attend the convention of the Women's Mission Aid Society, and on her return will stop at St. John to attend the convention of the B.Y.P.U.

Mr. James Allen, our station master, has stood and watched the train for a number of years as she approached the station, but never received such a shock as he did last Friday morning. As the train stopped a young man, woman and little boy got off and beckoned to him. He turned and walked towards them, not noticing who they were until he heard some one say "Hello, father." You can imagine the surprise. The above persons were his son Edward and daughter Mrs. Clarence Young and her son Clare, of British Columbia, who have been away from home eight years or more.

Mr. Jacob Cann is visiting his mother, Mrs. D. Sabean, of Weymouth.

Mr. Horace Cann has a fine horse that his son Fred brought home to him from Chemsford, Mass.

Miss Elizabeth Wyman has been visiting friends in Brooklyn.

The Ohio and North Temple churches held a union picnic at Short Beach on Wednesday. The day was fine and quite a number availed themselves of the privilege of attending. The day was spent in sailing and other amusements. Mr. David Saunders was there to try to add to their happiness with refreshments and that talking machine (Phonograph.)

Aug. 16.-- Mr. and Mrs. George Durland and family, also Mrs. Sarah Blackadar, of Port Maitland, Mr. and Mrs. I.K. Trask, of Richmond, Mr. and Mrs. J.K. Trask and two children, of Yarmouth, were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Horace Cann on Friday, Aug. 13.

Belleville/Reynardton News:Aug.1897

SheilaMacCallumAnderson — 28 Jan 2008 5:43:55 GMT

Belleville - Aug. 10.

Mr. Alfred Lefore, before reported in these columns, who it will be remembered cut his leg with an axe last winter and who has been laid up ever since, left to-day for the Victoria General Hospital, Halifax, for a course of treatment.

A small boy, aged ten years, son of Mr. Peter Doucette, was drowned in the Eel Lake, while bathing this afternoon. The body has been recovered.

The first ticket sold at this station was bought by Miss Linda Duncanson, of Quinan, for the Pubnico grand picnic. The railway time table No. 1 gives good satisfaction here. Those fortunate enough to have two clocks have already put one on the Standard time.

Your scribe was shown two pieces of print calico sewed together by Mrs. Isaiah Muise, aged 87 years, and without glasses, that would make a much younger woman feel proud to do so fine a job of sewing. The seam has 15 very fine stitches in an inch. Can any other older lady in this county beat that.
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Reynardton -Aug.1-

Mr. Dixon is visiting her parents Mr. and Mrs. Benj. Hamilton; also Mr. H's sister Mrs. Whitehouse is spending a few weeks here.

Mrs. Mary Mooney is spending a few weeks with relatives in this place.

Mr. Leonard Andrews is having a new house built.

Misses Jessie Hamilton and Nellie Andrews visited friends in Summerville recently.

Mr. Knollin delivered a temperance lecture at the Hall on the evening of July 26th, which was much appreciated.

We regret that the Reynardton post office is closed but we understand a new one is opened at Reynard's bridge.

Ella and Edith Trask spent a few days with their grand parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Hamilton.

Mr. Wm. King is spending a few days at Mr. Joel Andrews'.

Mr. Wm. Strang is repairing the steam-mill and we understand that the mill is to begin work again in a few weeks.
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From the Yarmouth Light:1897:Aug. 19th

Protection of Game: Four American Citizens Arrested on Charge of Violating the N.S. Game Laws:Carleton, 1897

SheilaMacCallumAnderson — 5 Jan 2008 12:10:37 GMT

PROTECTION OF GAME

Four American Citizens Arrested on Charge of Violating the N.S. Game Law

The Game Laws of Nova Scotia are somewhat stringent but not more so that is demanded by the necessities of the case, if we are to believe those who have made a study of the habits of the denizens of our forests. Perhaps the most lordly game in America is the moose of Canada. The wilds of Nova Scotia are fairly well stocked with moose, and while this animal is given a fighting chance it seems likely that it will continue in sufficient numbers to furnish legitimate hunting for residents of the province and such non-residents as chose to comply with the laws of the land. It is quite evident, however, that the well known fleetness and acute senses of this animal would not save the species were an indiscriminate slaughter allowed, irrespective of time and manner. The same might be said with regard to smaller game. Every person with the instinct of good citizenship feels bound to obey the provisions of the game laws and to uphold the enforcement of the same when any flagrant or intentional violation is brought to light.

Thus it was that on Tuesday night the good citizens of Yarmouth took a sort of grim satisfaction in learning that four California capitalists who had been hunting in this province contrary to the game laws, had been detained when about to take passage on their return to the United States, and required to appear before the court and answer for their offence.

Information was laid by Mr. C.R. Kelley, agent of the Game and Inland Fisheries Protection Society of Nova Scotia, before Stipendiary Geo. R. Smith, who issued the papers for the arrest of Messrs. Benjamin, David, Daniel, and Edmund Allen, of the United States for pursuing game in the Province of Nova Scotia with the intent to kill, without a license, they not having domicile in the said province. The papers were placed in the hands of the police and the arrest was made just before the steamer sailed for Boston. Messrs. Allen retained Mr. Geo. Bingay as counsel while Mr. S.H. Pelton was retained for the Game Society. The case did not come before the court, as a settlement was arranged by which the accused paid game license fees and costs to the amount of about $50.

The agent claims to have evidence that the laws were broken, and that a trial would most likely have resulted in a fine in addition to the other expenses, but he had no desire to harass these gentlemen, merely wishing to uphold the dignity of the law.

THE OTHER SIDE.

Messrs. Allen brothers called at the LIGHT office yesterday morning and expressed their wish to make a statement for publication in connection with their arrest for the alleged violation of the game laws of Nova Scotia. They claimed that they had been branded as law-breakers without any good and sufficient cause and they wished to set themselves right before the public.

There was certainly nothing in the appearance of any of the four gentlemen which would suggest that they belonged to the law-breaking class. On the contrary, all had a good and prosperous look --- a look indicating that they were able to enjoy life as it is found on this mundane spere and that they were willing that others should do the same.

While the Editor was wondering how it was that California could have produced four such handsome men in succession, he was informed that they were Nova Scotians by birth.

Their story is that they were born on the David Allen homestead of 320 acres, in the village of Carleton, County of Yarmouth, Nova Scotia. Like many others of our promising young men, they removed to the United States, and two of them are engaged in the fruit export business in Los Angeles, Cal., and the two others are settled in Massachusetts. Two sisters are also living in Mass. All being in comfortable circumstances they resolved that the old homestead should remain in the family in order that any one or more of the brothers and sisters could visit it as they felt disposed.

This year it was arranged that there should be a family reunion. The two brothers from California came on and met the brothers and sisters of Massachusetts, and all proceeded to the old home in Carleton to enjoy each other's society again and to taste once more for a brief period the sweets of childhood's happy hours.

One of the brothers thought his transition to boyhood's estate would be more easy if he brought a small gun. He admits that he took the gun out and tramped around a little with the hope of seeing a stray partridge. He claims, however, that he was not off their own property with the gun, that he did not shoot any game and that he did not see any game to shoot.

As may be imagined the brothers and sisters prolonged their stay just as long as their business and domestic arrangements would allow, which was until Tuesday evening. On that evening they embarked on S.S. Boston on their return to their homes in the States. Their reveries over the happy hours spent on the old homestead and their regrets that their affairs would not permit of a longer enjoyment of the healthful beauties of old Acadia, were rudely interrupted by the strong arm of the law, when the guilty and innocent alike (with the exception of the ladies) were arrested and hustled up street like a pack of common blacklegs, threatened with imprisonment, fines, etc.

They placed their case in the hands of a lawyer to make the best arrangement possible with the least delay, as they could not afford to remain in Yarmouth for an indefinite period to fight a law suit. As it was they lost a day and were put to considerable expense which they consider a piece of gross injustice. On coming to Yarmouth they had no desire to break the laws of the land, and seeing that they are natives of Nova Scotia and owners of property here they think it hard that they should be made the victims of some technicality of the law, or the whim of some official.

Messrs. Allen left for the United States on S.S. Yarmouth last evening.
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From the Yarmouth Light: 1897: September 23rd issue

Mary Lizzie Goudey

earlacker106 — 3 Jan 2008 3:20:34 GMT

Hello I am hoping some new folks are logged on now and maybe someone can give me information on Mary Lizzie Goudey (Goudie) 26 Feb 1870 Maitland, possibly married Benjamin White (LeBlanc) born about 1860, they moved to New Germany around 1900 and Benjamin lived there until he died in 1928, I can find no records for Mary Liziie Goudey, but believe that Benjamin remarried to Mary Elizabeth Donaldson from Cape Sable. Any information most grateful.

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LARKIN, Rhea (Obit), b. East Pubnico, NS

AlanRuuska — 2 Jan 2008 3:36:44 GMT

My wife's Great Aunt Rhea died in Leominster, Massachusetts.She was a LARKIN from EAST PUBNICO. Here is a copy of the obituary:

"Rhea (Larkin) Melanson, 103
Would have turned 104 today

Sentinel & Enterprise

LEOMINSTER -- Rhea (Larkin) Melanson, 103 years old, formerly of 268 Litchfield Street, died Saturday, December 23, 2006 in the Life Care Center of Leominster. She was born in East Pubnico, Nova Scotia, Canada on December 25, 1902, daughter of Walter and Amanda (Goodwin) Larkin and has lived in Leominster for over 80 years. She is the last of seven children. She is survived by several nieces and nephews. Her first husband, Alcide Melanson, died December 30, 1966 and her second husband, Wilfred Melanson, died May 24, 1985.
Mrs. Melanson worked at the former Cluett Peabody Co. in Leominster for over 30 years and had worked at the former Standard Pryloxide in Leominster for several years. She was a long-time member of the First Baptist Church of Leominster and had bowled with the Golden Age club for many years. She had volunteered at the Blood Bank for many years. She loved to crochet and knit mittens for underprivileged children.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, December 30, 2006 in the Silas F. Richardson & Son Funeral Home, 106 West Street, Leominster. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Leominster."

Winnifred Hilton of Carleton died Jan. 6th, 1898

SheilaMacCallumAnderson — 1 Jan 2008 6:40:48 GMT

OBITUARY

The many friends of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Hilton of Carleton will be pained to hear of the death of their daughter Winnifred, which occurred this morning at 3:30 o'clock. Miss Hilton was highly thought of among her friends, having been a consistent Christian and a young lady of many fine qualities. Her early demise will be deeply regretted. The LIGHT extends sympathy to the afflicted family.
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From the Yarmouth Light: 1898: Jan. 6th issue

Born/Married/Died Yarmouth Light 1898, Jan. 6th issue

SheilaMacCallumAnderson — 1 Jan 2008 6:23:57 GMT

BORN:

At Annapolis Royal, Dec. 29(1897), to Mr. and Mrs. F.C. Whitman, a daughter
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MARRIED:

At the residence of Mrs. Mary Trefry, Cliff street, Dec. 30(1897) by Re. J.H. Foshay, Mr. Benjamin H. Redding, of Hebron, to Miss Sarah D. Brown, of Yarmouth.

At Yarmouth, Jan. 5, by Rev. R.R. Phipps, Mr. James Butcher, of Barbados, to Mrs. Mary E. Brice, of the same place.

At the residence of Mr. Anthony Sollows, Port Maitland, Dec. 25, by Rev. G.W. Macdonald, Mr. Warren Sollows and Miss Bessie Fraser.

At Forest Glen, Yar. Co., Dec 22nd, 1897, by Rev. M.W. Brown, George Rogers, of Milton, and Annie Hamilton, of Forest Glen.

At Greenville, Yarmouth Co., Dec. 24, 1897, By Rev. M.W. Brown, assisted bt Rev. F. R. Langford, Oscar Chandler, of Greenville and Fanny Fe?ls, of Salem.

At Springhaven, Yarmouth Co., Dec. 25, 1897, by Rev. M.W. Brown, Gilbert Cavanah and Nellie Hurlburt, both of Springhaven.

At the Baptist church, Lewis Head, Dec. 28(1897), by Pastor N.B. Dunn, of Osborne, Reuben Abbott, to Augusta McMillan, both of Lewis Head, Shel. Co.

At the residence of the bride's parents, Sable River, Shel. Co., Dec. 29(1897), by Pastor N.B. Dunn, of Osborne, Wm B. Strang, of Port Clyde, to Josephine H., daughter of Lewis and Elmira Freeman.

At the Baptist Parsonage, Digby, N.S., on Dec. 29th(1897), by Rev. B.H. Thomas, Mr. Vernon T. Dakin, and Miss Mary J. Morehouse, both of Centreville, Digby Co. N.S.

At the Baptist Parsonage, Digby, N.S., On Jan. 4th. by Rev. B.H. Thomas, Mr. Robt. S. Snyder of Marshalltown, and Miss Matilda A Peck, of Bear River.

At Chelsea, Mass., Dec. 19(1897), by Rev. George L. Collyer, Mr. William A. Cann, of Yarmouth, N.S., to Miss Mabel F. Heath, of Wakefield, Mass.

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DIED:

Suddenly at Yarmouth, Jan 1, 1898, Hugh England Cann, aged 72 years.

At Plymouth, Dec. 29(1897) of croup, Winnifred Maud, youngest child of Geo. W. and Sarah Sims, aged 1 year and 20 days.

At Carleton, Jan. 6, 1898, of brain fever, Winnifred, daughter of Albert and Maria Hilton.

At Central Argyle, on the 28th ult.(1897), after a lingering illness, Delina, aged 38 years, beloved wife of Herbert Hines, leaving a husband and seven children to mourn their loss.

At West Baccaro, Dec. 30(1897) of membraneous croup, Frances, daughter, daughter of Wm. M. and Rhonda Madden.

At Barrington Passage, Dec. 30(1897), Mrs. Margery Trefry, aged 67 years.

At Barrington, Dec. 31(1897), Miss Essie Hopkins, aged 24 years.

At Heartz Point, Shel. Co., Dec. 21(1897) of diphtheria, Carmilla Lillian, daughter of Sarah J. and the late Wyman Hagar, of Round Bay, aged 11 years.

At Liverpool, Dec. 26(1897), Robie S. Sterns, Esq., aged 65 years.

At Mill Village, Dec. 25(1897), Enoch Steadman, aged 84 years.

At Halifax, Dec. 31(1897), Edith G., beloved daughter of Joseph F. and Catherine Sutherland, aged two months.

At Lynn Mass., Dec. 31(1897), Mary Estella, wife of George J. Harvey, and daughter of Job Blauvelt, formerly of Yarmouth, aged 21 years, 6 months and 21 days

At Lynn, Mass., Jan. 1, George W. Baker, formerly of Yarmouth, aged 45 years
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From the Yarmouth Light: 1898: Jan. 6th issue

Hebron News/1897/Dec.30ieth issue/Yarmouth Light

SheilaMacCallumAnderson — 30 Dec 2007 1:38:02 GMT

Hebron--Dec. 29th

A Christmas concert was given in the Baptist church on the evening of the 26th inst.

Clarence Crosby, of Crosby&Smith Ashmont, Mass., was in the village on the 25th.

Geo. M. Crosby is spending a few days in Halifax

L.M. Crosby who is studying at Dalhousie College, is spending his vacation with friends in Ashmont, Mass

Mr. and Mrs. Simeon Crosby have as a Christmas present a fine baby boy.

Mrs. H.S. Crosby is enjoying a visit from her friend Miss Gray, of St. John

Miss Purdy, of Upper Clements, Annapolis Co., is visiting Mrs. Rhenford Moses.

Mr. Wm. Cann has arrived home from Mass.

Wm. Clements has gone to Boston to stop the winter.

Misses Viola and Laura Harris, who have schools at Barrington, are spending their vacation at home.

Dr. Williamson is spending a few days visiting his parents at Pictou.

Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Tingley were presented with a handsome log cabin quilt by one of the lady members of the church on Christmas Day.

On the 18th.ult., Mr. and Mrs. W.R. Doty were taken completely by surprise by the appearance at their home of their children and grand-children accompanied by the Rev. J. W. Tingley and wife. The occasion was the 74th birthday of Mr. Doty and the surprise and pleasure were both made greater by the presentation of a handsome easy chair. Mr. and Mrs. Doty also had their usual Christmas family gathering which had grown to be an institution and eagerly looked forward event among his children and grand-children.

The younger portion of the Methodist S. School were entertained at the vestry on the evening of the 28th inst.
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From the Yarmouth Light: 1897: Dec. 30ieth issue

Tusket Wedge News 1897, Dec. 30ieth issue, Yarmouth Light

SheilaMacCallumAnderson — 30 Dec 2007 1:12:51 GMT

Tusket Wedge-- Dec. 28th

The remains of Miss Katie Clemance, of Comeau's Hill, were buried here Monday 27th. The deceased was 18, and her death is much regretted by her numerous friends.

Our community was saddened by the death of Mr. Xavier Muise, Dec. 27. He was 61 years. He leaves a widow, three sons and a daughter to mourn their loss.

Mr. Charles D'Entremont, and Levi LeBlanc, of West Pubnico, visited friends here last week.

Brig. St. Michael left this port for the West Indies, Dec. 24th.

Mr. Nelson Boudreau, is visiting his sister, Mrs. J. Reeves at Salmon River, Digby Co.

Miss Rose N. Pothier is spending the vacation with friends in Meteghan.

Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Pothier, who have been in Halifax for some time have returned home.

We are glad to see Miss Julia Pothier in health again. She is visiting her sister, Mrs. W. Pothier.

Miss Mary Doucette is home from Yarmouth for the winter.

Messrs. Staley and Stephen Pothier came to spend Christmas home returning Monday, the former to Bridgetown, the latter to Windsor where they have been occupied for some time past.

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From the Yarmouth Light: 1897: Dec. 30ieth issue

Born/Married/Died Yarmouth Light 1897, Dec. 30ieth issue

SheilaMacCallumAnderson — 30 Dec 2007 12:54:59 GMT

BORN:

At Yarmouth, on Christmas day, to Capt. and Mrs. A.W. McKinnon a daughter.

At Tiverton, Dec. 18th, to Mr. and Mrs. Obediah Smith, a son

At Westport, Dec. 15, to Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Frost, a son
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MARRIED:

At Belleville, Ont., on Tuesday, Dec. 21st, Mr. John R. Herdman, formerly of Yarmouth, to Eliza M., daughter of John Bonar, Esq., of Belleville.

At Argyle Sound, by Rev. Geo. E. Sturgis, M.D., Dec. 22nd. Alexander Murphy and Annie Frost, both of Argyle Sound.

At Barrington, Dec. 21st, by Rev. A. Williamson, Mr. Edgar Nickerson, of Port Clyde, to Miss Charlotte Gibson, of Clyde River.

At the residence of the bride's parents, South Side Cape Island, on the 22nd inst., by Rev. A.M. McNintch, Mr. Oscar E. Duncan, of Clark's Harbor, and Miss Emma M. Nickerson.

At the Baptist parsonage, Digby, Dec. 22nd, by the Rev. B.H. Thomas, Mr. Arnold R. Morehouse and Miss Eva L. Saunders, both of Sandy Cove, N.S.
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DIED:

At Yarmouth, on Sunday, Dec. 26th, after a lingering illness, Edna, beloved wife of Thomas Gear, and daughter of David Peterson, Lockeport, aged 34 years, leaving a husband and six small children.

At Port Maitland, Dec. 30, Mrs. Thomas Burns, aged 90 years and 3 months, mother of Capt. E.C. Burns. [Funeral Sunday, 2 p.m.]

At Tusket Wedge, Dec. 9, after a long illness, Patrick Leblanc, aged 21 years and 7 months.

At Comeau's Hill, Dec. 25, Miss Katie Clemance, aged 18 years.

At Tusket Wedge, Dec. 27, Mr. Xavier Muise, aged 61 years

At Belleville, Yarmouth Co., Dec. 11, Mr. Louis Lefave, aged 78 years

At West Pubnico, Dec. 17, Anselm D'Entremont, aged 86 years. He was the father of Sister M. Callista, Lady Superior of St. Ann's Convent, Eelbrook.

At Shag Harbor, Dec. 17th, of paralysis, Mercy Nickerson, wife of Levi Nickerson, aged 77 years and 10 months.

At Tiverton, Dec. 7, Roy Randolph, son of Mr. George Hegan, aged 4 years

At Norwich, Conn., Dec. 24, Mr. C. Wallace Burnham, aged 41 years and 10 months.

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Mr.& Mrs. John Holmes Golden Wedding Aug. 11th, 1897

SheilaMacCallumAnderson — 30 Dec 2007 12:15:58 GMT

Matrimonial

Mr. and Mrs. John Holmes passed the golden milestone of their wedded life on Wednesday, Aug. 11th. The event was celebrated at their home at Central Chebogue on the afternoon and evening of that day, over seventy relatives and friends being present. The rooms were beautifully decorated with flowers and ferns, many of which were sent by friends as tokens of their love and esteem for the venerable couple. Refreshments were served. The wedding cakes bore the dates 1847 and 1897 and were beautifully and artistically decorated. At 8p.m. the Rev. Joseph Robbins, assisted by the Rev. P.R. Foster, performed the marriage ceremony, the bride and groom renewing their vows of half a century ago. The presents were numerous and beautiful, and their glittering beauty symbolized the golden wishes of the donors. Among those present were seven children and three grand-children, representing the entire family--- the first reunion in twenty years. Most of them came from a long distance to celebrate the happy event. There were also present the five sisters and two brothers of Mrs. Holmes, with their families. Mr. and Mrs. Holmes have spent their entire marriage life in the house they now occupy. Mr. Holmes has reached the age of seventy-six years. He was born in the house to which he brought his bride a half a century ago. An interesting incident in connection with this gathering was the presence of Mr. Wallace Crosby, whose first marriage was solemnized in this house fifty-seven years years ago, the bride being a sister to Mr. Holmes. Mrs. Holmes is the eldest daughter of the late Comfort Haley, and was born at the old homestead in Salem, which still belongs to the family. At the close of the evening all present joined in singing, "God be with you till we meet again." The guests departed showering good wishes and benedictions upon those they had gathered to honor.
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from the Yarmouth Light: 1897: Aug. 19th issue

Libby-Haskell Marriage Aug. 11th, 1897

SheilaMacCallumAnderson — 29 Dec 2007 11:40:15 GMT

Matrimonial

A very pretty wedding took place Wednesday evening, Aug. 11, at 32 Villa Avenue, Everett Mass., at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. C.E. Howe, sister of the groom, where Mr. C. W. Libby was united in marriage to Mrs. L.B. Haskell, of Melrose, Mass., formerly of Chegoggin, Yarmouth, N.S. The bride was gowned in silk lansdown and carried bride's roses.
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From the Yarmouth Light:1897, Aug. 19th issue

Johnston/Travis Wedding Aug. 18th, 1897

SheilaMacCallumAnderson — 25 Dec 2007 8:07:51 GMT

Plymouth..... Aug. 24th

The home of Mr. and Mrs. J.K. Johnston, was the scene of a very happy and pleasing event on the evening of Wednesday, Aug. 18th, the occasion being the marriage of their third daughter, Etta to J. Felton Travis of Kemptville, Yar. Co.

Promptly at 7 p.m., the appointed hour, the bridal party entered the gaily festooned parlor, the bride leaning on the arm of her father. The contracting parties stood beneath an arch of green and flowers from the centre of which was suspended a bell of white flowers and calla lillies. The Rev. A.W. Currie impressively performed the rites which made them man and wife.

The bride wore a dress of cream lustre, handsomely trimmed in lace and ribbon and looped with lillies of the valley. Her veil which was thrown back was fastened with the same. The maid of honor, Rosie Johnston, sister of the bride was dressed in white muslin trimmed with lace and ribbon. The groom was supported by Mr. Caleb Cook, of Arcadia.

After the ceremony tea was served which was participated in by a large number of guests, including friends from Yarmouth, Brooklyn and Kemptville. The bride was the recipient of a number of useful and fancy presents, including:

Bedroom suite, china tea-set, and a box containing cash from the bride's parents.

Chenille table cover, Miss Annie Johnson

Pair of pictures, Miss Rosie Johnson

Boquet holder, Leslie Johnson

Blankets, table cloth and carving set, Mr. and Mrs. E.K. Travis

1/2 doz. silver knives, forks and spoons, Mrs. Fred Milden

Rose-jar, Mr. and Mrs. J.G. Randall

Fruit dish, Mr. and Mrs. W.C. Larkin

Silver spoon, Mr.and Mrs. W. Cook

Vase. Mrs. Wallace Cook

Silver berry spoon, Caleb and Mary Cook

Parlor clock and floor rug, Mr. and Mrs Wm. Reed

Bouquet holder, Miss Lizzie Prosser

Bedroom clock, Miss F. Pierce

Pair silver table spoons, Ernest and Nora Travis

1/2 doz silver forks, Miss Annie Larkin

Jewel case and towel, Miss Lettie Travis

Silver butter knife, Mrs. C.N. Morrell

Gold lined sugar spoon, Miss Sadie Baker

Sugar sifter, Mrs. P. Larkin

Fancy toilet cushion, Mrs. B. Sims

Pair vase mats, Miss Georgina Johnston

Table mats, Miss Daisy Johnson

Preserve dish and towels, Mrs. E. Redding

Glass tea set. Jas. Purdy

Berry set, Miss Maude Purdy

Preserve dish and nappies, Mrs. D.E. Greenlaw

Cake stand, Miss Lillie Larkin

Glass tea sett and berry sett; Mr. and Mrs. Amos Travis

Bon-bon dish, Miss O. Purdy

1/2 doz. goblets, Clifford Johnson
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From the Yarmouth Light: 1897: Aug 26th issue

Mrs. Isaac White died Sept. 1st, 1897

SheilaMacCallumAnderson — 25 Dec 2007 6:47:56 GMT

Tusket Falls--- Sept. 8

With feelings of intense sadness we relate the death of Mrs. Isaac White, which occurred Sept. 1st. Although far advanced in years, her youthful appearance caused her friends to hope that years of comfort were before her. But a few weeks ago, she was stricken down and took to her bed. She grew weaker day by day until her physician pronounced the end near.

Before she married Mr. White she was the widow of the late J.G. Hamilton. Mrs. White was a very estimable lady, a faithful Christian and a devoted wife and mother. She was a member of the Baptist church of Deerfield, until about twelve years ago, when she joined the Free Baptist church of New Brunswick, and her exemplary life and kind and gentle manner caused her to be loved by all.

The funeral was largely attended. The sermon from Rev.XXII, 5, "And there shall be no night there; and they need no candle, neither light of the sun; for the Lord God giveth them light; and they shall reign for ever and ever," was eloquently delivered by Rev. M. W. Brown. She leaves a husband, five sons and three daughters. The children are: J.G. Hamilton, of Calais, Me.; Nathan Hamilton of Lynn, Mass.; W.J. Hamilton, in Western states; Simon Hamilton, of Ohio N.S.; George White, of Lynn, Mass.; Mrs. Robert Allen, of Belle Neck, N.S.; Mrs. Harris Gavel and Mrs. John Hatfield, of Gavelton, N.S. The sympathy of the entire community is extended to them, in this, their hour of sorrow and sad bereavement.
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From the Yarmouth Light:1897, Sept. 9th issue

Mary Elizabeth GRAY b.1832

Teknoelf — 15 Apr 2005 5:53:20 GMT

Does anyone have any information on a Mary Elizabeth GRAY b.1832 in September? I'm looking for her parents. I am not sure where in Nova Scotia she came from. She went to the US (Gloucester, MA) to marry John LYCETT and they had 4 children. Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks!

Capt. Sanders/Saunders

geodiagravlee — 3 Dec 2007 5:04:05 GMT

Looking for info on Capt. Thomas Sanders/Saunders, who was born circa 1849 in Nova Scotia and married Barbara Gaudy (date unknown). They had a daughter, Alva, who was born in 1875 in Yarmouth, so I assume they may have married there as well. They later immigrated to Washington State in the U.S.

Doucette & Muise Families

springreilly — 6 Dec 2007 7:23:25 GMT

I'm looking for any information on the family of Maud Ann Muise d. Dec 20, 1979, m. Jeffery John Doucette (1879-1953). Maud is the daughter of William (1867-1928) & Katherine. Jeffery is the son of A. Doucette (1843-1928) and Catherine (1843-1928).

Omar Pasha Roberts

LindaTemple72 — 30 Oct 2007 7:40:14 GMT

Does anyone have a list of all the children that Matthew Roberts and Rosanna Travis had? I've come up with seven so far including Omar Pasha Roberts who was hung in 1922. It must have been hard on the family. From the death certificate, it was his daughter Estella who gave the information. Does anyone know the story behind the murder?