290. Leonard Benjamin Bliss (Florence Jane Morrison , Preston , Samuel McDuffee , John , Samuel ) was born on 1 Dec 1895 in Barnston, Stanstead Co., PQ. He was christened 1 on 6 Oct 1896 in Barnston, Stanstead Co., PQ. He died 2 on 9 Dec 1940 in Fairfax, Stanstead Co., PQ. He was employed as 1921;farmer rents farm,1931;Farmer. He was buried on 11 Dec 1940 in Crystal Lake Cemetery, Stanstead, Stanstead Co., PQ.
1. Found in the 1901 Canadian Census, Quebec, Stanstead Co., district 195, sub-district B-3, Barnston, p. 6, age 5, DOB: 1 Dec 1895, with parents Charles (37) and Florence (37) siblings; Charles L. (13), Albert P. (12), Frank O. (8), Wallis W. (6), and Wilber M. (1)
2. Found in the 1911 Canadian Census, Quebec, Stanstead Co., district 200, sub-district 5, Stanstead, p. 1, Lot 1c Range 14, age 15, DOB: Dec 1885 [95], with parents Charles (48) and Florence (59) siblings; Albert (23), Frank (19), Wallis (17), and Wilber (12)
3. BLISS — ELLIS.
HEATHTON, March 26. — Miss Ruth Ellis was. married to Mr. Leonard Bliss last Wednesday evening, March 19th, at the Methodist Parsonage, Stanstead, by Rev. Mr. Hughes. The newly-married couple returned to the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. P. L. Ellis, where a reception was given them. A large number of invited guests were present, consisting of relatives and interested friends. A bountiful supper was served, and a very pleasant evening was spent by all present. A large table was covered with beautiful presents. (Sherbrooke Daily Record, March 26, 1919, p. 11)4. Found in the 1921 Canadian Census, Quebec, District 206 Stanstead County, sub-district 11A Stanstead, p. 4, rents, age 25, with wife Ruth (25)
5. Found in the 1931 Canadian Census Quebec, District 72 Stanstead, sub-district 18 Stanstead, p. 6, age 35, owns home $5000, no radio, and wife, Ruth (36) and daughter Jenevieve (7)
6. MORT DRAMATIQUE D'UN CULTIVATEUR A FAIRFAX
(Special a la Tribune)
FAIRFAX --Leonard Bliss, 45 ans, un cultivateur de cette localite, a ete trouve mort ce matin
a cinq heures et demie a la porte de sa chambre a coucher, avec en plein front une decharge
de carabine 22. Une enquete a lieu aujourd'hui. Bliss est marie et pere d’un enfant.[Dreadful death of a farmer at Fairfax
(Special a la Tribune)
FAIRFAX -- Leonard Bliss, 45 years old, a farmer of this locality, was found dead this morning
at half-past five at the door of his bedroom in front a discharged carabine 22. An investigation was conducted place today. Bliss is married and father of a child.
(La Tribune, Dec. 9, 1940, p. 3)7. Mort tragique
( De notre edition dr 5 h., hier)
Stanstead, Quebec, 9, (P. C.) — ; M, Leonard Bliss, 45 ans. un fermier de Fairfax tout pres d'ici, a ete trouve mort dans sa residence aujourd'hui, avec une baile de calibre .22 dans la tete. (Le Soleil, Dec. 10, 1940)8. VERDICT DE SUICIDE A STANSTEAD
Leonard Bliss, 45 ans, de Stanstead-est, se logea une balle de carabine dans la tête.
STANSTEAD EST, 10. — Un verdict de vncidc dans un moment d’alienation mentale'’ a ete
rendu hier sur le cadavre de Leonard Bliss, 45 ans, de Stanstead Est, par les membres d’un jury enquetant sous la presidence du coroner Leonidas Bachand, de Sherbrooke. Mlle Eileen Downing de Stanstead agissalt comme secretaire. Les membres du jury etaient MM. Joseph Therrien, Normand Breault, Lucien Marion, Edgar Hill, Philibert Roy et Alfred Hill, agissant comme president du jury. Le defunt laisse dans le deuil son epouse. Mme Bliss et une fille,
Genevieve; sa mere, Mme Charles Bliss; et cinq freres, Albert et Wilbur, de Rock Island,
Charles, de Stanstead, Wallace, de Stanstead Est et Frank, de Johnson, Vt. Les temoins a l'enquete furent Mme Ruth Bliss, l'espouse du defunt, le docteur A.R.V. White, de Stanstead et Edgar Hill, de Stanstead Est, un voisin. Un resume des temoignages a revele que la victime avait depuis quelques six mois des habitudes plutot originales et que dans les dernieres semaines il souffrait d’une forte depression mentale, cela du, toujours d'apres les temoignages, a des difficultes de menage, Vers les six heures hier matin, une forte detonation reveilla l’epouse et la fille de Bliss. Le defunt avait appuye le canon d' une carabine 32 en plein front. La mort fut instantance. (La Tribune, Dec. 10, 1940, p. 3)[ENG]
SUICIDE VERDICT IN STANSTEAD
Leonard Bliss, 45, of Stanstead East, received a rifle bullet in the head.
STANSTEAD EST, 10. - A verdict of suicide in a moment of mental alienation was rendered yesterday on the body of Leonard Bliss, 45, of East Stanstead, by members of a jury investigating under the chairmanship of coroner Leonidas Bachand, of Sherbrooke. Miss Eileen Downing of Stanstead acts as secretary. The members of the jury were MM. Joseph Therrien, Normand Breault, Lucien Marion, Edgar Hill, Philibert Roy and Alfred Hill, acting as president of the jury. The deceased is survived by his wife. Mrs. Bliss and a daughter, Genevieve; his mother, Mrs. Charles Bliss; and five brothers, Albert and Wilbur, of Rock Island, Charles, of Stanstead, Wallace, of Stanstead East and Frank, of Johnson, Vt. The witnesses to the investigation were Mrs. Ruth Bliss, the deceased's wife, Dr. A.R.V. White, of Stanstead and Edgar Hill, of Stanstead East, a neighbor. A summary of the testimonies revealed that the victim had for some six months rather original habits and that in the last weeks he suffered from a strong mental depression, this due, still according to the testimonies, to household difficulties, Vers at six o'clock yesterday morning, a loud bang woke up Bliss' wife and daughter. The deceased had supported the barrel of a rifle 32 in the forehead. Death was instant.
Leonard married 1 Ruth Lillian Ellis on 19 Mar 1919 in Stanstead Co., PQ. Ruth was born on 8 Jun 1895 in Heathton, Stanstead Co., PQ. She died on 5 Mar 1976 in Stanstead, Stanstead Co., PQ. She was buried in Crystal Lake Cemetery, Stanstead, Stanstead Co., PQ.
1. Daughter of Parker Luther Ellis and Edna Jane Humphrey.
- Heathton, Oct. 18.—After a long period of ill health, followed by a fall which confined him to his bed since July, there passed to his rest at Heathton, September 26, one whose familiar cheerful presence will long be missed from the home and community. Parker Luther Ellis was born in Stanstead, January 4. 1861, the eldest son of the late Isaac and Missouri Farrington Eliis and has spent nearly all of his life in this vicinity. After his marriage to Edna J. Humphrey, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Charles W. Humphrey, their home has been the one from which he has just gone forth. A man of sterling character, who took a bright and cheerful outlook on life, with a firm belief in the life beyond, the church, the neighborhood and the home have lost a supporter of all that was good, one who was interested in what would benefit the community and a friend to all. Funeral services held at the home on Saturday, September 28th were conducted by Rev. Hermon Carson and largely attended bv sorrowing relatives and friends. Mrs. Carson sang very feelingly the appealing hymn, "Lead Kindly Light,” and lovely flowers bespoke sympathy for the bereaved. Of the six daughters born to Mr. and Mrs. Ellis, two survive, Ruth, Mrs. L. B. Bliss, Stanstead, and Muriel, Mrs. H. C. Barter, of Cookshire. A brother, Hayes Ellis, resides in Montana, and a sister, Mrs. Walter Brown, in Franconia, N.H. (Oct 1935)- ELLIS.—Passed away suddenly at her late residence, Heathton, Que., on July 6th, 1946, Edna J., beloved wife of the late Parker Ellis, in her 86th year. Funeral services at the home on Tuesday, July 9th, at 3 p.m. Interment South Barnston, Que. Rev. H. Carson officiating. (July 1946)
2. Found in the 1901 Canadian Census, Quebec, Stanstead Co., district 195, sub-district B-3, Barnston, p. 2, age 5, DOB: 8 June 1895, with parents Parker L. (40) and Edna J. (40) and Muriel V. (2)
3. Found in the 1911 Canadian Census, Quebec, Stanstead Co., district 200, sub-district 2, Barnston, p. 4, age 16, DOB: June 1895, with parents Parker (50) and Edna (50) Muriel (12) and grandmother Missouri (71)
4. Found in the 1921 Canadian Census, Quebec, District 206 Stanstead County, sub-district 11A Stanstead, p. 4, rents, age 25, with husband Leonard (25)
5. HEATHON
The Ladies’ Aid meeting given by Mrs. Charles Bliss, a non-member, was well attended. An oyster
dinner was served to about thirty-five, the proceeds amounting to $10.50. A box of carnations was
sent to the president, Mrs. Leonard Bliss, by the members as an expression of their sympathy for the
loss of her twin baby girl, who was born and died on November 13th. (Sherbrooke Daily Record, Nov. 26, 1929, p. 2)6. Found in the 1931 Canadian Census Quebec, District 72 Stanstead, sub-district 18 Stanstead, p. 6, age 36, owns home $5000, no radio, and husband, Leonard (35) and daughter Jenevieve (7)
7. Obit: MRS. LEONARD (RUTH) BLISS
Stanstead Que.
The family and friends of Mrs. Ruth Bliss of Stanstead were shocked at her sudden death on Friday, March 5. She had been visiting the home of her daughter and was en route home when it happened. The former Ruth L. Ellis was born on June 8, 1895 at Heathton, a daughter of Parker and Edna (Humphrey) Ellis, she grew up in this community and attended the district and Ayer's Cliff Schools, later she went to Macdonald College and graduated as a professional dressmaker. She returned to her parent's home and practised her profession from there. March 19, 1919 she was united in marriage to Leonard Bliss of Fairfax and they established their first home in that community. Later, they purchased what was known as the Bradley Farm in Fairfax where they remained until the death of Mr. Bliss on December 9, 1940. After this Mrs. Bliss rented and leter sold the farm while she was employed in the communities. in 1970 she came to Stanstead to reside when her health began to fail. She had been an active member of Stanstead North Women's Institute while on the farm, later she gave up her membership but continued her interest in the Branch work and occasionally attended a meeting. She was also a former member of the Heathton Ladies Aid. Mrs. Bliss, during the last few years was an ardent stitcher and knitter for the Canadian Red Cross Local Women's group. She made many, many quilts for them and for institutions in the locality. She was a wonderful mother and grandmother and was always ready to assist neighbors and friends. The funeral was held from Cass Funeral Home to Sacred Heart Church, Stanstead for the Requiem Mass on Monday morning at ten o'clock. Father Yvon Malouin officiated and spoke in high tribute of Mrs. Bliss and her Christian life. The bearers were a nephew Meredith Barter, of Waterville, a nephew-in-law, Stanley Cooper of Ayer's Cliff and the former neighbours Aristie Lefebvre, Bernard Marion, Wilfrid Paquette, Florian Jacques. Spring interment will take place at Crystal Lake Cemetery, Stanstead. In addition to the many floral pieces were memoriams given in her name to funds of the donors' choice. Mrs. Bliss is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Genevieve (Bliss) Therrien, grandchildren, Miss Lucille Therrien of North Conway, N.H., Mrs. Elizabeth (Therrien) Scanlan of Montreal; Miss Aline Therrien of Montreal, Maurice Therrien and Mrs. (Jane) Therrien of Rock Island; a great grandson Sean Matthew Scanlan, Montreal; a brother-in-law and sister Mr. and Mrs. Howard Barter of Lennoxville, nieces, nephews and more distant relatives. Two daughters, Florence Lucille and Barbara Edna and a son Gareth Leonard all died at infancy. In addition to the family attending the funeral was a son-in-law, Eugene Therrien of Drummondville, and others from Ayer's Cliff, Fairfax, Heathton and the Boundary areas. (Stanstead Journal, April 8, 1976)
They had the following children:
+ 534 F i Genevieve Irene Bliss 535 F ii Florence Lucille Bliss was born on 13 Nov 1929 in Stanstead, Stanstead Co., PQ. She died on 26 Nov 1929 in Stanstead, Stanstead Co., PQ. Florence was buried on 27 Nov 1929 in {Burbank} Crystal Lake Cemetery, Stanstead, SC, PQ.
1. HEATHON
The Ladies’ Aid meeting given by Mrs. Charles Bliss, a non-member, was well attended. An oyster
dinner was served to about thirty-five, the proceeds amounting to $10.50. A box of carnations was
sent to the president, Mrs. Leonard Bliss, by the members as an expression of their sympathy for the
loss of her twin baby girl, who was born and died on November 13th. (Sherbrooke Daily Record, Nov. 26, 1929, p. 2)536 F iii Barbara Edna Bliss was born on 13 Nov 1929 in Stanstead, Stanstead Co., PQ. She died on 13 Nov 1929 in Stanstead, Stanstead Co., PQ. She was buried on 15 Nov 1929 in {Burbank} Crystal Lake Cemetery, Stanstead, SC, PQ.
1. HEATHON
The Ladies’ Aid meeting given by Mrs. Charles Bliss, a non-member, was well attended. An oyster
dinner was served to about thirty-five, the proceeds amounting to $10.50. A box of carnations was
sent to the president, Mrs. Leonard Bliss, by the members as an expression of their sympathy for the
loss of her twin baby girl, who was born and died on November 13th. (Sherbrooke Daily Record, Nov. 26, 1929, p. 2)537 M iv Gareth Leonard Bliss was born 1 on 21 Feb 1931 in Newport, Orleans Co., VT. He died on 21 Feb 1931 in Newport, Orleans Co., VT.
292. Riley Josiah Morrison (William Melvin , Preston , Samuel McDuffee , John , Samuel ) was born on 14 Aug 1888 in Way's Mills, Stanstead Co., PQ. He died on 14 Nov 1979 in Sandisfield, Berkshire Co., MA. Riley was employed as 1921;farmer,1940;farm hand, Silver Fox Farm. He was buried in South Center Cemetery, Sandisfield, Berkshire Co., MA.
1. Found in the 1901 Canadian Census, Quebec, Stanstead Co., Barnston, district 195, sub-district B-2, p. 7, age 12, at home with parents William and Azubah, brother; Ralph
2. Found in the 1911 Canadian Census, Quebec, Stanstead Co., Barnston, district 200, sub-district 2, p. 2, age 22, at home with wife Chloe.
3. Found in the 1921 Canadian Census, Stanstead Co., District 206, Barnston, Ways Mills, Sub-District 3, p. 3, rents, age 33, POB: Que., Nat; Canada, Eth; English, Rel; Church of England, Occp; farmer, with wife Chloe (27) and children Nettie I. (11), Hazel R. (7) and Donald D. (6)
4. 1924: May 14; Recorded at entry to the United States 14 May 1924 at Derby Line, VT. Age 35, Occp: farmer, NAT: Canadian, Last residence: Barnston, PQ., Destination: Holland, VT., Nearest relative: Father; William Morrison, Barnston, PQ., To whom going: cousin-John Curran, Length of stay: 1 year, POB; Barnston, PQ.
Remarks: Wife; Chloe, age 31, DAU; Hazel 10yrs, SON; Donald 9yrs. Going to rent farm.5. 1938: witness at his mother's death at Way's Mills, PQ., 13 Dec 1938
6. Found in the 1940 U.S Census Vermont, Orleans Co., Derby Town (9 May '40) ED 10-14, sheet 9A, age 51, rents $10, POB: Canada Eng., ed; 4, with wife Chloe (46) and sons Ronald (14) and Robert (8) and son Donald (25) his wife Delsie (21) and their daughter Donalda (1)
7. 1942: WWII draft card; Riley Josiah Morrison, serial number:1231, residence: 93 West Hartford Rd., North Newington, Hartford, Conn., age:53, DOB: 14 Aug 1888, height: 5' 4", eyes:brown, weight:135lbs., hair:black/gray, scar on left index finger, Name of person who will always know your address; Mrs. Chloe Morrison, 93 West Hartford Rd., North Newington, Hartford, Conn., Employer: George Holt, West Hartford Rd., North Newington, Hartford, Conn., Date of Registration; 27 Apr 1942.
8. CARD OF THANKS
We would like to take this opportunity
to thank all who helped us in any way at
the time of the death of our dear father and
who gave flowers or assisted in anything.
MR. RILEY MORRISON AND FAMILY, Son.
MRS. ALEC BUCKLAND AND FAMILY, Daughter
MISS MABEL MORRISON, Granddaughter
(Sherbrooke Daily Record, May 6, 1944, p. 2)9. Found in the 1945 Hartford, CT. city directory; Morrison, Riley J (Chloe) carethr Weth Country Club h (9) 235 Zion (p. 1141)
10. Found in the 1946 Hartford, CT. city directory; Morrison, Riley J (Chloe) rem to Simsbury (p. 1261)
11. 1959: "of Massachusetts" (Stanstead Journal)
12. 1961: "of Southwick, Massachusetts" (Stanstead Journal)
13. Found in the 1961 Westfield, MA. city directory; Morrison, Riley E (Chloe) h College hwy Sthwk (p. 427)
14. Obit: RILEY MORRISON, Sandisfield, Mass.
Riley J. Morrison in his 92nd year passed away at The New Boston Nursing home on November 14th. The husband of the late Chloe (Walker) Morrison who predeceased him on Jan. 30th., 1979. He was born in Way's Mills, Que., Canada, on August 14th, 1888. Before retiring he was employed by the Town of Sandisfield, Mass. Mr. Morrison leaves a daughter of St. Anicet, Que., two sons Donald of Sandisfield, Mass., Robert of East Windsor, Conn., one sister, Mrs. Ruth Buckland of North Hatley, Que., Canada; 25 grandchildren, 49 great grandchildren. Funeral services were held on Saturday at 2:00 p.m. from John Shea Funeral Home, 99 Wheeler Street, Winstead, Conn. Burial in South Center Cemetery, Sandisfield, Mass., beside his late wife. (Stanstead Journal, Nov. 22, 1979, p. 5)15. Obit: RILEY MORRISON of Sandisfield. Mass.
( Formerly of Way’s Mills, Que.)
Riley Morrison passed away on Wednesday, November 14. 1979, at The New Boston Nursing Home, Sandisfield, Mass. in his 92nd year. He was born in Way’s Mills, Que. on August 14, 1888, the eldest son of William and Azubah (Aldrich) Morrison. He married Chloe Walker, who passed away January 30, 1979. Of this union, six children were born: two sons and a daughter survive him. Donald of Southwick. Mass.. Robert of East Windsor, Conn., and Hazel Lang of St. Anicet, Que. (A daughter and two sons predeceased him), a sister, Mrs Ruth Buckland, of North Hatley, Que. 25 grandchildren and 49 great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Before retiring, he was employed by the Town of
Sandisfield, Mass. Funeral services were held on Saturday, November 17 at 2 pm, from the John J. Shea Funeral Home, 99 Wheeler St. Winstead. Conn. There were many floral arrangements. Bearers were grandsons of the deceased. Burial in South Center cemetery. Sandisfield, Mass , beside his wife and grandson. (The Record, Dec. 5, 1979, p. 2)
Riley married Chloe Estella Walker on 18 Mar 1908 in Universalist Parish, Derby Line, Orleans Co., VT. Chloe was born on 11 May 1893 in Way's Mills, Stanstead Co., PQ. She was christened 1 on 22 Oct 1893 in Barnston, Stanstead Co., PQ. She died on 30 Jan 1979 in Pittsfield, Berkshire Co., MA. Chloe was buried in South Center Cemetery, Sandisfield, Berkshire Co., MA.
1. Daughter of David Dunlop Walker and Myrtie Estella Whipple.
- DAVID DUNLOP WALKER, WAY’S MILLS.
Way’s Mills, Feb. 9.—David Dunlop Walker, an aged Way’s Mills resident, died at his home here on January 16th. Born in Barnston on August 1, 1858, the second youngest of the large family of James Walker and his wife, Mary Bacon, he is survived by one sister, Mary Ann Bishop, who is in her ninety-seventh year. Although hardly able to move for several years owing to rheumatism, Mr. Walker was always glad to see any of his old friends and to welcome
any new ones. He was cared for in his old home by his daughter, Cora Sullivan. He is survived by another daughter, Chloe, Mrs. R. J. Morrison, of Derby, Vt., six grandchildren, Homer Sullivan, of Concord, N. H., Nettie, Mrs. D. L. St. Pierre, of Newport, Vt., Hazel, Mrs. D. A. Lang, of Huntingdon, Donald, Ronald and Robert Morrison, of Derby Line, Vt., and thirteen great grandchildren, Norma, Allan and Barbara Sullivan, Arnold, Maurice, Barbara, Jean, Richard,
Lawrence, Dale and Beverly St. Pierre, Patricia Lang and Donalda Morrison. Prayers were held at the home January 18th and funeral service was held at St. James' Church, Hatley, with interment in the cemetery where most of his family had been laid, Rev. Mr. Parry officiating. Appropriate hymns were sung by the choir, with Mrs. Parry as organist. Bearers were Everett and Merritt Walker, of Ayer's Cliff, Melvin Walker of Beebe, and Morton Walker, of Hatley. (Feb. 1940)-WAY'S MILLS -Mrs. David Walker passed away at her home on Wednesday, November 27th. The funeral was held at Hatley on Friday. (Nov 1935)
2. Found in the 1901 Canadian Census, Quebec, Stanstead Co., Barnston, district 195, sub-district B-2, p. 12, age 7, DOB: 11 May 1893 at home with parents, David D. (41)DOB: 14 Aug 1859 and Myrtie E. (33)DOB: 26 Feb 1868 and sister, Cora E. (14)DOB: 19 July 1886
3. Found in the 1911 Canadian Census, Quebec, Stanstead Co., Barnston, district 200, sub-district 2, p. 2, age 18, at home with husband Riley
4. Found in the 1921 Canadian Census, Stanstead Co., District 206, Barnston, Ways Mills, Sub-District 3, p. 3, rents, age 27, POB: Que., Nat; Canada, Eth; English, Rel; Church of England, with husband Riley J. (33) and children Nettie I. (11), Hazel R. (7) and Donald D. (6)
5. Found in the 1940 U.S Census Vermont, Orleans Co., Derby Town (9 May '40) ED 10-14, sheet 9A, age 46, rents $10, POB: Canada Eng., ed; 4, with husband Riley (51) and sons Ronald (14) and Robert (8) and son Donald (25) his wife Delsie (21) and their daughter Donalda (1)
6. Found in the 1945 Hartford, CT. city directory; Morrison, Riley J (Chloe) carethr Weth Country Club h (9) 235 Zion (p. 1141)
7. Found in the 1946 Hartford, CT. city directory; Morrison, Riley J (Chloe) rem to Simsbury (p. 1261)
8. Found in the 1961 Westfield, MA. city directory; Morrison, Riley E (Chloe) h College hwy Sthwk (p. 427)
9. Obit: Mrs. CHLOE MORRISON Sandisfield, Mass.
Mrs. Chloe Morrison of Sandisfield, Mass. passed away Tuesday, January 30 at Great Barrington Hospital of a heart attack. She was born in Way's Mills, Quebec, on May 11, 1893. She was the wife of Riley J. Morrison. They lived at Rockville, Conn. for many years and in Sandisfield, Mass. for the past 15 years. Besides her husband she leaves two sons, Donald of Sandisfield, Mass.; Robert of Rockville, Conn.; a daughter, Hazel Lang of Ottawa, Ontario; 25 grandchildren and 49 great grandchildren. A daughter Nettie and a son, Ronald predeceased her. Funeral services were held February 2nd from John Shea Funeral Home, Winstead, Conn. with the Rev. Earl G. Heck, pastor of the New Boston Congregational Church officiating. Spring interment will be in the Sandisfield Cemetery. Memorial donations my be sent to the Heart Fund.(Stanstead Journal, Mar. 1 1979, p. 5)
They had the following children:
+ 538 F i Nettie Irene Morrison 539 M ii Rupert Guy Morrison was born on 16 Mar 1911 in Way's Mills, Stanstead Co., PQ. He was christened on 25 Jun 1911 in Barnston, Stanstead Co., PQ. He died on 3 Mar 1912 in Way's Mills, Stanstead Co., PQ. Rupert was buried 1 on 5 Mar 1912 in Way's Mills, Stanstead Co., PQ.
1. Found in the 1911 Canadian Census, Quebec, Stanstead Co., Barnston, district 200, sub-district 2, p. 3, age 3/12, at home with parents; Riley and Chloe, and sister; Nettie
2. Way's Mills
Rupert Guy, the infant son of Riley Morrison, died on Sunday of pneumonia. He was eleven months
old. Funeral took place at David Walker’s on Tuesday at 2 p.m. (The Sherbrooke Daily Record, March 5, 1912)
3. On Sunday, March 4th, Baby Rupert, only son of Mr. and Mrs. Riley Morrison, passed away from pneumonia. The funeral was held at the home of the grandparents, Mr. David Walker. Many relatives and friends assembled to sympathize with the bereaved ones. Rev. Mr. Bradshaw, of Way’s Mills, officiated at the funeral. (The Sherbrooke Daily Record, March 13, 1912, p. 2)+ 540 F iii Hazel Rose Morrison + 541 M iv Donald David Morrison + 542 M v Ronald Earle Morrison + 543 M vi Robert James Morrison
293. Ralph William Morrison (William Melvin , Preston , Samuel McDuffee , John , Samuel ) was born on 2 Jun 1890 in Barnston, Stanstead Co., PQ. He died on 19 May 1935 in Way's Mills, Stanstead, Stanstead Co., PQ. Ralph was buried 1 in May 1935 in Way's Mills Cemetery, Way's Mills, Stanstead Co., P.Q. He was employed as 1921;farmer.
1. Found in the 1901 Canadian Census, Quebec, Stanstead Co., Barnston, district 195, sub-district B-2, p. 7, age 10, at home with parents William and Azubah, brother; Riley
2. Found in the 1911 Canadian Census, Quebec, Stanstead Co., Barnston, district 200, sub-district 2, p. 3, age 21, methodist, at home with parents; William and Azubah, sister; Ruth
3. Miss Lottie M. Buckland of Barnston, Que., and Ralph Morrison of Way's Mills, Que., were married at the M. E. parsonage by the Rev. O. E. Barnard, July 2. (Essex County Herald, July 10, 1914, p. 2)
4. Found in the 1921 Canadian Census, Stanstead Co., District 206, Barnston, Ways Mills, Sub-District 3, p. 6, owns, age 30, POB: Que., Nat; Canada, Eth; English, Rel; Church of England, with wife Lottie (21) and dau Hilda M. (3) and Uncle, Ned Morrison (53) and lodger, brother-in-law, Howard Buckland (21)
5. AUCTION SALE
Ralph W. Morrison
Barnston, Que.
Tuesday, October 1st
at 1.00 p.m. sharp.31 grade Ayrshire cows, 5 pure bred Ayrshire cows in milk,
2 pure bred Ayrshire yearling heifers, 5 pure bred Ayrshire calves,
1 pure bred Ayrshire yearling bull, 8 grade Ayrshire calves,
6 two-year-old heifers, 8 yearling Ayrshire heifers, 2 three-year-old Ayrshire
heifers to freshen this fall, 13 shoats, 11 six weeks old pigs,
3 sows to farrow this fall, 1 thoroughbred Yorkshire
boar one year old; fifty to sixty tons of timothy and clover hay.
Terms — Credit will be allowed reeponaibe parlies with joint
notes at 7 p.c. interest. Five per cent, discount for cash.
(Sherbrooke Daily Record, Sept. 28, 1929, p. 10)6. Found in the 1931 Canadian Census Quebec, District 72 Stanstead, sub-district 3 Barnston, p. 6, age 40, owns home $10,000, no radio and wife, Lottie (37) and daughter, Mabel (12), uncle, Edwin (66), mother-in-law, Sarah Buckland (60), brother-in-law, Howard Buckland, and hired hand, Hubert Sutton (19)
7. PROVINCE OF QUEBEC DISTRICT OF SAINT FRANCIS.
MUNICIPALITY OF THE COUNTY OF STANSTEAD .
I, the undersigned, secretary-treasurer of the corporation of the county of Stanstead, hereby give public notice that the lots and parcels of lands hereinafter mentioned will be sold by public auction, at the county building, Ayer 's Cliff, on THURSDAY, the SECOND day of MARCH next (1933), at the hour of TEN o ' clock in the forenoon, for the taxes and charges due to the municipalities and corporations hereinafter mentioned, upon the several lots or parcels of lands hereinafter described, unless the same be paid to me, with costs, before the said sale.Township of Barnston
Cadastral lot No. Primitive lot No. Range Area in acres Municipal taxes school taxes Total Proprietor8c - 6 13.35 95.45 99.50 194.95 Ralph Morrison
8c - 6 54.90 35.41 20.65 56.06 Edwin P. MorrisonGiven at Barnston, this second day of January, one thousand nine hundred and thirty three.
HUGH S. SANDERSON, Secretary-treasurer, Corporation of the county of Stanstead.
(Quebec Official Gazette, No. 2, Vol. 65, Jan. 14, 1933, p. 149)8. Witness at the death of his uncle; Edwin Morrison, 20 Jan, 1933, Barnston, PQ. (Drouin)
9. Superior Court. District of Saint Francis.
No.53. "THOMAS DUCLOS, farmer, of the township of Stanstead, district of Saint Francis, plaintiff; vs RALPH MORRISON, of the township of Barnston, district of Saint Francis, defendant.
Seised as belonging to the said defendant:
Those certain lots of land lieing and situate in the township of Barnston, in the district of
Saint Francis the whole with buildings, circumstances and dependencies thereon erected and made, to wit :
Item No. 1.—The cadastral lot number seven-F (7-F) in the sixth (6) range, containing one hundred and five acres and sixtv seven hundredths (105-67);
Item 2.—The undivided half of the cadastral lot number eight-E (8-E) in the said sixth (6) range, containing fifty four acres and ninety hundredths (54-90);
Item No. 3. T he undivided half of the cadastral lot number eight-E (8-E) in the fifth range, containing twenty six acres and fifty hundredths (26-50);
Item No. 4. The undivided half of the cadastral lot number eight-C (8-C) in the fifth range, beginning on the East side of said lot eight-C, such three and one half (3 1/2) acres to be taken on the whole length of the said lot eight-C (8-C) from North to South, of a sufficient width to cover the three and one half (3 1/2) arpents.
To be sold at the Registry Office of the division of Coaticook, at Coaticook, on THURSDAY, the SIXTH day of the month of JULY next, at TEN o'clock in the forenoon (Daylight Saving Time).
GEORGES BEAUCHESNE,
Sheriff's Office, Deputy-Sheriff.
Sherbrooke, May 29,1933. 3286-22-2
[First publication, June 2nd, 1933]
(Quebec Official Gazette, QUEBEC, FRIDAY, 23RD JUNE, 1933)10. Way's Mills
Mr. Ralph Morrison died in St. Vincent de Paul Hospital on Sunday. He was taken very ill last week and was removed to the hosipital on Thursday. No hopes were given for his recovery from the first. His widow, daughter and parents have the sympathy of the community. (Sherbrooke Daily Record, May 22, 1935, p. 3)11. WAY'S MILLS
Mr. Ralph Morrison died in St. Vincent de Paul Hospital, Sherbrooke, on Sunday. He was taken very ill last week and was removed to the hospital Thursday. From the first no hopes were given for his recovery. His widow, daughter and parents have the sympathy of the community. (Stanstead Journal, May 23, 1935)12. Obit: MR. RALPH MORRISON, WAY'S MILLS.
Way’s Mills, June 22.—The community was shocked to learn of the sudden death of Mr. Ralph Morrison, which occurred on May 19th. Mr. Morrison was born June 2, 1890, in the house in which he lived at the time of his death. Twenty-one years ago he married Lottie Buckland, who survives him, he also leaves one daughter, Mable Morrison; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. William Morrison; one brother, Riley Morrison, and one sister, Mrs. A. Buckiand. Thirteen years ago his health began to fail, when he was found to be suffering from goitre trouble. He would not submit to an operation, but recovered sufficiently to he able to carry on his work. Four days before his death he was taken very ill. The next day he became unconscious and was removed to the
Sherbrooke Hospital, accompanied by his wife, who did not leave him until the end came on Sunday, May 19th. Ralph Morrison was a good friend and neighbor, a kind and indulgent
husband and father, also kind and thoughtful of his aged parents. The funeral, which was held at
the home on May 21st, was attended by a large number, many of whom could not gain admittance due to lack of room within the house. Rev. Mr. Edwards was in charge of the service. The choir sang, “Pearly White City” and “God Be With You Till We Meet Again.” Beautiful flowers covered the casket from the family and friends. The bearers were Messrs. W. L. Oliver, F. C. Daniels, Perley Standish and Frank Drew. Interment took place in the family lot in
Way’s Mills Cemetery. Those from a distance who attended were Mr. and Mrs. Riley Morrison, Donald, Hazel and Robert Morrison, Mrs. Dwight St. Pierre and Mrs. Adams, Irasburg, Vt., Mr. and Mrs. A. Beck. Morgan, Vt., Mr. and Mrs. E. Aldrich, Newport, Vt., Mr. and Mrs. Frank Bliss, Derby, Vt., Mr. and Mrs. A. P. Bliss and Wilbur Bliss, Rock Island, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Bliss, Judd’s Mills, Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Bliss, Fairfax, Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Walker, Beebe, and Mr. Arthur Buckland, Waterville. (Sherbrooke Daily Record, June 22, 1935, p. 7)
Notes:
1. Bliss, Charles' obit: "Besides Mrs. Florence Bliss, six sons and their families, other relatives present at the funeral were; Mr. and Mrs. James Robinson (sister), North Hatley; Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Walsh, Boynton; John Waldron, brother-in-law, daughter and son, East Clifton; Chester Cleveland, Coaticook; Mr. and Mrs. Ray Badger, Boynton; Mr. and Mrs. William Morrison, Ralph Morrison and daughter Mabel, Way's Mills."
Ralph married Lottie Mabel Buckland on 2 Jul 1914 in Stanstead Co., PQ. Lottie was born 1 on 10 Jan 1893 in Barnston, Stanstead Co., PQ. She died 2 on 18 Jan 1979 in Way's Mills, Stanstead Co., PQ. Lottie was buried 3 in Way's Mills Cemetery, Way's Mills, Stanstead Co., P.Q.
1. Daughter of James Scott Buckland and Sarah Decoteau.
FATAL RESULT OF AN ACCIDENT
Mr. Scott Buckland, Barnston, Fell From Wagon at Stanstead.
DIED VERY SHORTLY AFTER HIS REMOVAL TO THE HOSPITAL AT SHERBROOKE
Stanstead, May 6 —(Special)— Mr. Scott Buckland, farmer, Barnston, died in the Protestant
Sherbrooke, on Saturday as a result of injuries he by a fall from his waggon afternoon. He came to Stanstead with a load of hay and when near Channell’s store on his way home he was seen to throw up his arms and fall over the side of the waggon, having lost his balance while standing up. He struck heavily on his head and was rendered unconscious. A physician was summoned and he was carried to the home of Mr. John Daly, where he lay in an unconscious state until Saturday, when he was removed in the same condition to the Sherbrooke Hospital on Saturday afternoon. He died very shortly after he was received at that institution. The remains were conveyed to his home the same evening. (1912)
- BUCKLAND — Died at the home of her daughter, at Barnston, Que., Monday, December 4, 1939, Mrs. Sarah A. Buckland, aged 70 years and nine months. Funeral from the home of her daughter, Mrs. Ralph Morrison, Barnston, Que., December 6th at one p.m. Burial in Barnston Cemetery.2. Found in the 1901 Canadian Census, Quebec, Stanstead Co., Barnston, district 195, sub-district B-1, p. 2, age 7, at home with parents James S and Sarah, siblings;
3. Found in the 1921 Canadian Census, Stanstead Co., District 206, Barnston, Ways Mills, Sub-District 3, p. 6, owns, age 21, POB: Que., Nat; Canada, Eth; English, Rel; Church of England, with husband Ralph (30) and dau Hilda M. (3) and Ned Morrison (53) and lodger, brother, Howard Buckland (21)
4. Found in the 1931 Canadian Census Quebec, District 72 Stanstead, sub-district 3 Barnston, p. 6, age 37, owns home $10,000, no radio and husband, Ralph (40) and daughter, Mabel (12), Edwin Morrison (66), mother, Sarah Buckland (60), brother, Howard Buckland, and hired hand, Hubert Sutton (19)
5. DREW — MORRISON
Barnston, Que., August 27. Rev. Mr. Stewart officiating, the marriage of.Lottie Buckland Morrison, of Barnston, eldest daugter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Scott Buckland, of Barnston, and Mr. Francis Leslie Drew, of Barnston, second son of Mrs. Leslie Drew and the late Mr. Drew, of Barnston, took place at the United Church Parsonage, Stanstead, on Saturday evening, August 23rd, at eight o'clock. Mr. and Mrs. Earl Bryan, of Stanstead, cousins of the bridegroom, were their only attendants. (Sherbrooke Daily Record, Aug. 27, 1941, p. 5)6. Obit: Mrs. LOTTIE DREW of Way's Mills
The death of Mrs. Lottie Drew occured on January 18, 1979 at her home in Way's Mills. She had returned from a month's treatment in Sherbrooke Hospital in time for her birthday. Lottie was born in Barnston Township on January 10, 1893, the daughter of Scott Buckland and his wife Sarah Decoteau. In July 2, 1914 she was married to Ralph Morrison who predeceased her in 1935. Of this union a daughter, MayBelle was born. Following Mr. Morrison's death, Lottie, her daughter and brother, Howard Buckland, remained on the farm until her marriage to Frank Drew in 1938. With her husband, she then moved to the "John Buckland Place" on the market road where she lived until nineteen years ago when the Drews moved to Way's Mills. On May 4, 1965, Frank Drew's death occurred and Lottie and her brother, Howard, shared the home until he, too, predeceased her in March 1876. Lottie then lived alone with her cat, "Charlie", her plants, garden and flowers and surrounded by her many friends and neighbours. She leaves to mourn her death; her only daughter, Maybelle Gonthier of Santee, California, who was with her at the last; three brothers and a sister, namely, Frank Buckland of Way's Mills; Mrs. Cora Walker of Beebe; Alex Buckland of North Hatley and Arthur Buckland of Waterville, as well as several nieces and nephews and a host of friends. The funeral service at 2 p.m. on January 22 was conducted by Mr. Stanley Beerworth in the Way's Mills Union Church. The bearers were; Percy Clark, Ashley Gemmell, Wesley and Alan Sharman, Gerry Rotstein and Lester Drew. Burial was in the Way's Mills Cemetery. Floral tributes and many generous donations to the church Memorial Fund bore silent tribute to the esteem in which Lottie was held. (Stanstead Journal, Mar 1, 1979, p. 5)
They had the following children:
544 F i MaBelle Hilda Morrison was born on 9 Jun 1918 in Sherbrooke, Sherbrooke Co., PQ. She was christened on 11 Dec 1949 in St. Patrick, Sherbrooke, PQ. She died in 2014 in {San Diego Co.}, CA. She was buried in El Cajon Cemetery, El Cajon, San Diego Co., CA.
1. Found in the 1921 Canadian Census, Stanstead Co., District 206, Barnston, Ways Mills, Sub-District 3, p. 6, age 3, POB: Que., Nat; Canada, Eth; English, Rel; Church of England, with parents Ralph (30)(owns) and Lottie (21) and great-Uncle, Ned Morrison (53) and uncle, Howard Buckland (21)
2. Found in the 1931 Canadian Census Quebec, District 72 Stanstead, sub-district 3 Barnston, p. 6, age 12, with parents, Ralph (40), owns home $10,000, no radio and Lottie (37) and great-uncle, Edwin Morrison (66), grandmother, Sarah Buckland (60), uncle, Howard Buckland, and hired hand, Hubert Sutton (19)
3. CARD OF THANKS
We would like to take this opportunity
to thank all who helped us in any way at
the time of the death of our dear father and
who gave flowers or assisted in anything.
MR. RILEY MORRISON AND FAMILY, Son.
MRS. ALEC BUCKLAND AND FAMILY, Daughter
MISS MABEL MORRISON, Granddaughter
(Sherbrooke Daily Record, May 6, 1944, p. 2)
4. EL CORDOVA BEAUTY SALON
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(Coronado Eagle and Journal, Sept. 15, 1955)
5. Found in the 1959 San Diego, CA. city directory; Gonthier, Rosario E (Mabel) aircraft wkr Convair h414 W Kalmia (p. 378)
6. NOTICE OF INTENTION TO SELL
Notice is hereby given that: The undersigned, ROSARIO E. GONTHIER, of San Diego. California, intends to sell to the undersigned, JAMES O. DOWELL, of Chula Vista, palifomla, all that certain personal property consisting generally of stock in trade, fixtures, equipment, trade name and good will of a beauty salon business now owned and heretofore conducted by the undersigned, ROSARIO E. GONTHIER, at 1390 Orange Avenue. Coronado, California, and known as EL CORDOVA BEAUTY SALON, ex cepting from said sale the following items: 2 each Beautaire hair dryers. 1 each circular wall mirror, 1 each manicure table, 1 each comb-out table. Said sale to be consumaled on the 12th day of March, 1960, at 12 noon at the aforesaid beauty salon, 1390 Orange Avenue, City of Coronado, County of San Diego, State of California. Dated: March 1. 1960. Roeario E. Qonthier, Vendor. * 2921 Columbia. San Diego 1, California. James O. Dowell. Vendee, 612 Corte Maria, Chula Vista, California. (Coronado Eagle and Journal, March 3, 1960)
7. Way's Mills ACW - UCW holds meeting
... Much merriment resulted from a seren dipity exercise "Down Memory Lane", Guests present were, Mabelle Gonthier, of California, Pauline and Anne Standish, Stanley Beerworth and Ron Coughlin. ... (The Stanstead Journal, March 22, 1979, p. 3)
Notes:
1. Of Santee, Calif. (1979)MaBelle married 1 Rosario Eugene Joseph Gonthier on 10 Mar 1971 in Imperial Co., CA. Rosario was born on 30 Aug 1905 in Thetford Mines, Megantic Co., PQ. He was christened on 31 Aug 1905. He died 2 on 7 Apr 1977 in {Santee}, San Diego Co., CA. He was buried in El Cajon Cemetery, El Cajon, San Diego Co., CA.
1. Son of Olivier Gonthier and Clara Caouette.
- M. Olivier Gonthier est decede le 25 a est broughton sa sepulture a eu lieu ce matin a Thetford Mines. (L'Action Sociale, Oct. 2, 1909)
ENG- Mr. Olivier Gonthier died on 25 a east broughton his burial took place this morning at Thetford Mines.
2. There is a Rosario Gonthier found in the 1911 Canadian Census Quebec, Rimouski district 195, St. Angile sub-district 22, p. 5, age 6, DOB: Sep 1904, with parents Baptist (34) and Marie (42) and Leo (4/12)
3. Rosario J. Gonthier married Alice Batal, 1926, at Amesbury, MA. (Mass Index; Vol. 1, p. 401)
4. Found in the 1927 Newburyport, MA. city directory; Gonthier, Rosario J (Alice) chauffeur house 21 Congress (p. 315)
4. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Gonthier, of Amesbury, Mass., accompanied by Mrs. Oliver Gonthier and Miss Germaine Gonthier, of the Barnston Fur Farm, are spending a week in Quebec City. Mrs. Rosario Gonthier, of the fur farm has returned from a pleasant visit to relatives and friends in Amesbury, Mass. (Sherbrooke Daily Record, June 14, 1928)
5. Barnston
Miss Germaine Gonthier, of Coaticook, is spending a few days a guest of her brother, Mr. Rosario Gonthier, and family, at the fur farm. (Sherbrooke Daily Record, Feb. 16, 1929, p. 2)
6. Barnston
Mme C. Gonthier, de Coatlcook, a passé quelques Jours chez son fils, M. Rosario Gonthier.
[Mrs. C. Gonthier, from Coatlcook, spent a few days at the house of her son, Mr. Rosario Gonthier.] (La Tribune, July 18, 1932, p. 5)
7. 1940: WWII Draft Registration card; Rosario Eugene Gonthier, ser# 131, address: Barnston, Quebec, Canada, Mailing address: same, age; 35, DOB; 30 Aug 1905, POB; Thetford Mines, Quebec, Canada, Name and address of person who will always know your address; Mrs. Rosario E. Gonthier, wife, Barnston, Que, Canada, Employer; Barnston Fur Farm, Place of employment; Barnston, Que, Canada., race; white, height; 5' 4", weight; 145, eyes; Blue, hair; Black, Local Board, Newport, Orleans County, VT., 16 Oct 1940.
8. Found in Border Crossings; from Canada to US, St. Albans, VT., 12 Jan. 1947, Gonthier, R., Barnston
9. Mr. and Mrs. Rosario Gonthier, who have lived here at the Barnston "Fur Farm” for many years, have left to make their future home in Miami, Fla. (Sherbrooke Daily Record, April 6, 1950)
10. Found in the 1959 San Diego, CA. city directory; Gonthier, Rosario E (Mabel) aircraft wkr Convair h414 W Kalmia (p. 378)
11. NOTICE of INTENTION TO SELL
Notice is hereby given that: The undersigned, ROSARIO E. GONTHIER, of San Diego, California, intends to sell to the undersigned, JAMES O. DOWELL, of Chula Vista, California, all that certain personal property consisting generally of stock in trade, fixtures, equipment, trade name and good will of a beauty salon business now owned and heretofore conducted by the undersigned, ROSARIO E. GONTHIER, at 1390 Orange Avenue, Coronado, California, and known as EL CORDOVA BEAUTY SALON, excepting from said sale the following items: 2 each Beautaire hair dryers, 1 each circular wall mirror, 1 each manicure table, 1 each comb-out table. Said sale 'to be consummated on the 12th day of March. 1960, at 12 noon at the aforesaid beauty salon, 1390 Orange Avenue, City of Coronado, County of San Diego, State of California. Dated: March 1, 1960. Rosario E. Gonthier, Vendor, v 2921 Columbia. San Diego 1, California. James O. Dowell, Vendee, 612 Corte Maria, Chula Vista, California. Publish in Coronado Journal (It) March 3, 1960. (Coronado Eagle and Journal, March 3, 1960, p. 7)
Notes:
1. Rosario E. Gonthier
ROSARIO GONTHIER b. 30 Aug 1905 d. Apr 1977 Santee, San Diego, CA, issued: Florida
Burial El Cajon Cemetery, San Diego Co., CA.
Gonthier Rosario Eugene b. 30 Aug 1905 d. 07 Apr 1977 San Diego CA 15 Apr 1977 D 02 10-D yes [Christian cross] [Old Ash Garden]
2. The Barnston Fur Farm which began in 1926 has an unusually well documented history. Fred Lahue provided a number of newspaper clippings from which we extracted the following information. Wilfrid Sevigny in partnership with his brother-in-law R. E. (Rosario) Gonthier established a fox and mink ranch at Barnston. The head carpenter was Ray Merrill. Shortly thereafter, probably in 1929, Wilfred Sevigny was killed in a train accident. The ranch was sold to Captain C. T. Pedersen, an arctic whaler and fur trader whose wife was a neice of Mrs. Ray Merrill and at whose home they spent their holidays. R. E. Gonthier was retained as manager and we presume the Captain went back to his arctic pursuits. Many years later, we visited the farm and were intrigued by the old, and at that time, abandoned sheds. The present day mink were housed in modern facilities. Because of the heavy snowfall the old sheds were built on piers. The floor was a good twelve to fifteen feet above the ground. The sheds were empty at the time of our visit and no evidence of built in pens could be found. Evidently the pens were individual and placed on the floor. The present day operators only remembered one problem and that was the prevalence of singe on the pelts produced in this windy location. Captain Pedersen sold the ranch in 1955 to Gilbert La Perle. He retired to his home near San Francisco and in 1969 he and his wife were killed in their beds by escaped convicts. He was 92 years of age.
1926: mink farmer at Barnston
3. SSDI
First Name: Rosario
Last Name: Gonthier
Birth Date: 30 August 1905
Place of Issuance: Florida
Last Residence: Santee, San Diego, California
Death Date: April 1977
Estimated Age at Death: 72
4. EL CAJON CEMETERY
2080 Dehesa Road
El Cajon, California
5. Rosario J. Gonthier, divorced Alice Batal, Nov 1967, San Diego City, CA.
6. GONTHIER, ALICE BATAL, 87, of Clearwater and Greenbelt, Md., died Friday (July 16, 1993) in Clearwater. She was born in Dover, N. H., and had been a winter resident here. She was a Catholic and a member of Ladies of Charity. Survivors include a daughter, Dorothy Gonthier, Greenbelt; three sisters, Anna Batal, Newburyport, Mass., Emeline B. Claeys, Haverhill, Mass., and Julia B. Boiling, Colorado; and a brother, G. Robert Batal, Largo. Sylvan Abbey Memorial Park, Clearwater. (Tampa Bay Times, July 19, 1993, p. 46)
294. Ruth Evelyn Morrison (William Melvin , Preston , Samuel McDuffee , John , Samuel ) was born on 11 Jun 1904 in Barnston, Stanstead Co., PQ. She died on 3 Aug 1983 in North Hatley, Stanstead Co., PQ. Ruth was buried in Way's Mills Cemetery, Way's Mills, Stanstead Co., P.Q.
1. Found in the 1911 Canadian Census, Quebec, Stanstead Co., Barnston, district 200, sub-district 2, p. 3, age 6, at home with parents; William and Azubah; brother; Ralph
2. Found in the 1921 Canadian Census, Stanstead Co., District 206, Barnston, Ways Mills, Sub-District 3, p. 3, age 17, POB: Que., Nat; Canada, Eth; English, Rel; Methodist, with parents Wm A. (56) (owns) and Ezuba (54)
3. BUCKLAND — MORRISON
WAY’S MILLS, Que., May 19.—A quiet wedding took place on Tuesday, May 2nd, when Ruth Evelyn, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Morrison, of Way’s Mills, was united in marriage to Mr. Charles Alexander Buckland, of Barnston. Mr. and Mrs. Buckland motored to West Barnet, Lyndonville, Groton, Peacham, Wells’ River, South Rigate, St. Johnsbury and other places. They will reside on the farm near Way’s Mills after June 1st. (Sherbrooke Daily Record, May 19, 1922, p. 5)4. WAY'S MILLS
The farm buildings including house and barns on Alec Buckland’s farm were burned to the ground on Wednesday afternoon. Mr. Buckland was in Coaticook at the time of the fire. Only one cow was in the barn and one horse, which together with the hens were saved. The fire started in the shed chamber. Nearly all the furniture was saved. Mr. and Mrs. Buckland and two children are staying with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. Morrison. (Sherbrooke Daily Record, Jan. 21, 1929, p. 2)5. Found in the 1931 Canadian Census Quebec, District 72 Stanstead, sub-district 3 Barnston, p. 4, Way's Mills village, age 27, rents $8, no radio and husband, Alexander (32) and children, Gladys (7) and Glenda (5) and lodgers, Luella Longmore (22) and Ethel Reid (18)
6. CARD OF THANKS
We would like to take this opportunity
to thank all who helped us in any way at
the time of the death of our dear father and
who gave flowers or assisted in anything.
MR. RILEY MORRISON AND FAMILY, Son.
MRS. ALEC BUCKLAND AND FAMILY, Daughter
MISS MABEL MORRISON, Granddaughter
(Sherbrooke Daily Record, May 6, 1944, p. 2)7. Deaths: BUCKLAND, Ruth Evelyn At the C.H. U on Wednesday, August 3, 1983. Ruth Morrison, in her 80th year. Beloved wife of Alex Buckland. Dear mother of Gladys and her husband Wesley Sharman, Glenda of Toronto. Ont , Glennis and her husband Russell (Fluff) Bassett Grandmother of Alan and his wife Beverly, Brenda and her husband Rodney Kent. Rhonda and her husband Jerry Rotstein and the late Stephen. Great-grandmother of Randy, Vikki, Wes, Christopher, Amy, Jarrod, Christina, Shana, Joey and David Resting at the Webster-Cass Funeral Home, 6 Belvidere St.. Lennoxville, where friends may call on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. and where funeral service will be held on Friday, August 5 at 2 p.m , Rev. Elmore Boomer officiating. Interment Way’s Mills Cemetery. Contributions to the charity of your choice would be appreciated. (The Record, Aug. 4, 1983, p. 7)
8. Obit: RUTH EVELYN MORRISON BUCKLAND
of North Hatley, Quebec
Family and friends were saddened by the passing of Ruth Evelyn Morrison Buckland after a six month illness on August 3, 1983, at the C.H.U. She was born June 11, 1904 in Barnston, Que., the only daughter of Zube and William Morrison. On May 2, 1921 she married Charles Alexander Buckland in St. Johnsbury, Vt . Of that union three girls were born: Gladys, Glenda and Glennis. They lived on a farm in Barnston, later moving to Way’s Mills, North Hatley, Sherbrooke and returning to North Hatley for their later years. Much of her life was spent dedicated to her family, her love of animals and her handicrafts and gardens. The funeral was held at Webster-Cass Funeral Home, Lennoxville, Rev. Elmore Boomer officiating. Two favorite hymns “How Great Thou Art" and “Amazing Grace” were played. Interment in the family plot in Way’s Mills. Sadly missed by her husband, daughters and sons-in-law, three grandchildren and ten greatgrandchildren, two brothers-in-law, two sisters-in-law, many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by two brothers. (The Record, Nov. 18, 1983, p. 7)
Ruth married 1 Charles "Alexander" Buckland on 2 May 1922 in St. Johnsbury, Caledonia Co., VT. Charles was born on 11 Mar 1899 in Barnston, Stanstead Co., PQ. He died on 4 Dec 1984 in North Hatley, Stanstead Co., PQ. Charles was buried in Way's Mills Cemetery, Way's Mills, Stanstead Co., P.Q. He was employed as 1921;laborer,1922,1931;Farmer.
1. Son of James "Scott" Benjamin Buckland and Sarah Adelaide Decoteau.
- FATAL RESULT OF AN ACCIDENT
Mr. Scott Buckland, Barnston, Fell From Wagon at Stanstead.
DIED VERY SHORTLY AFTER HIS REMOVAL TO THE HOSPITAL AT SHERBROOKE.
Stanstead, May 6 — Special)—Mr. Scott Buckland, farmer, Barnston, died in the Protestant Hospital Sherbrooke, on Saturday afternoon as a result of injuries he received by a fall from his waggon on Friday afternoon. He came to Stanstead with a load of hay and when near Channell’s store on his way home he was seen to throw up his arms and fall over the side of the waggon, having lost his balance while standing up. He struck heavily on his head and was rendered
unconscious. A physician was summoned and he was carried to the home of Mr. John
Daly, where lie lay in an unconscious state until Saturday, when he was removed in the same condition to the Sherbrooke Hospital on Saturday afternoon. He died very shortly after he was
received at that institution. The remains were conveyed to his home the same evening. (May 1912)
- BUCKLAND—Died at the home of her daughter, at Barnston, Que., Monday, December 4, 1939, Mrs. Sarah A. Buckland, aged 70 years and nine months. Funeral from the home of her daughter, Mrs. Ralph Morrison, Barnston, Que., December 6th at one p.m. Burial in Barnston Cemetery. (Dec 1939)2. Found in the 1901 Canadian Census, Quebec, Stanstead Co., 195, Barnston B-1, p. 2, age 3, DOB: Mar 11, 1899 with parents James S. (34) DOB: May 4, 1866 and Sarah (34) DOB: Mar 29, 1867, siblings; Frank S. (8) DOB: Nov 22, 1892, Lottie B. (7) DOB: Jan 10, 1894, Cora A. R. (4) DOB: May 16, 1896 and Howard B. (1) DOB: Nov 7, 1899 and uncle George E. (25) DOB: May 21, 1875
3. Found in the 1911 Canadian Census, Quebec, Stanstead Co., 200, Barnston sub-dis 2, p. 3, age 13, with parents Scott B and Sarah, siblings; Frank, Cora, Howard and Arthur
4. Found in the 1921 Canadian Census, Stanstead Co., District 206, Barnston, Sub-District 2, p. 2, age 22, POB: Que., Nat; Canada, Eth; English, Rel; Methodist, employee at the home of Homer L. Cleveland (67)
5. Found in the 1931 Canadian Census Quebec, District 72 Stanstead, sub-district 3 Barnston, p. 4, Way's Mills village, age 32, rents $8, no radio and wife, Ruth (27) and children, Gladys (7) and Glenda (5) and lodgers, Luella Longmore (22) and Ethel Reid (18)
6. Deaths BUCKLAND, Charles Alexander — Suddenly at the Wales Home, on Tuesday, December 4, 1984; Alex Buckland in his 85th year. Beloved husband of the late Ruth Morrison. Dear father of Gladys, Glenda, and the late Glennis. For further information, call Webster-Cass, 562-2685. (The Record, Dec. 5, 1984, p. 12)
7. Obit: BUCKLAND, Charles
Alexander — Suddenly at the Wales Home, on Tuesday, December 4, 1984, Alex Buckland in his 85th year. Beloved husband of the late Ruth Morrison. Dear father of Gladys, Glenda, and the late Glennis. Grandfather of Alan and his wife Beverly, Brenda and her husband Rodney Kent, Rhonda and her husband Jerry Rotstein and the late Stephen. Great-grandfather of Randy, Vikki, Wes, Christopher, Amy, Jarrod, Christina, Shana, Joey, and David. A private family service will be held on Saturday, Decembers. Rev. Elmore Boomer officiating. Interment Ways Mills Cemetery. If friends so desire, contributions to the charity of your choice would be appreciated. No visitation. (The Record, Dec. 6, 1984, p. 12)
They had the following children:
+ 545 F i Gladys Arlene Buckland 546 F ii Glenda Ruth Buckland was born on 21 Nov 1925 in North Hatley, Stanstead Co., PQ. She was christened 1 on 21 Dec 1931 in Hatley, Stanstead Co., PQ. She died in 1986 in {Ottawa}. Glenda was buried in Reedsville Cemetery, North Hatley, Stanstead Co., PQ.
1. Found in the 1931 Canadian Census Quebec, District 72 Stanstead, sub-district 3 Barnston, p. 4, Way's Mills village, age 5, with parents, Alexander (32), rents $8, no radio and wife, Ruth (27) and sister, Gladys (7) and lodgers, Luella Longmore (22) and Ethel Reid (18)
2. North Hatley
Miss Glenda Buckland, of Ottawa, who came to North Hatley to attend the wedding of their younger sister, Glennis, to Mr. Russell Bassett. (Sherbrooke Daily Record, Aug. 29, 1955)
Notes:
1. Buckland, Glenda Ruth, b. 1925, d. 1986
2. (???)
Faces Four Fraud Counts
Glenda Buckland, 29, of 354 Cooper Street, was charged with four charges of false pretences involving a total of $475 when she appeared before Magistrate Joachim Sauve. She was remanded a week without plea or election. Bail was set at $500. The charges arose out of the cashing of forged cheques which the crown alleges the accused knew to be forged. Crown Attorney Raoul Mercier, QC., indicated this morning that additional charges would be laid against the accused. (The Ottawa Citizen, Aug. 18, 1955, p. 10)+ 547 F iii Glennis Muriel Buckland
295. Inez Pamela Morrison (Albert R. , David , Samuel McDuffee , John , Samuel ) was born 1 on 20 Jan 1874 in Barnston, Stanstead Co., PQ. She died on 1 Jan 1948 in Fitzroy, Carleton Co., Ont., CAN. She was buried in Woodlawn Cemetery, Ottawa, ONT., CAN.
1. Adopted by Rev. Isaac Wheatley & wife Mary.
2. Found in the 1891 Canadian Census, Quebec, District 168 Missisquoi, S. district Villiage of Philipsburg, p. 9, Inis Pamelia M, age 17, AD [adopted dau] and Wheatley, Isaac (53) Minister Gospel and wife Mary V. (52)
3. Found in the 1901 Canadian Census, Ontario, District 52 Torbolton, S. district I, p. 7, age 27, DOB: 20 Jan 1874 and husband John (28) DOB: 9 Mar 1873 and children, Oswald (12) DOB: 5 June 1899 and Cyral S. () DOB: 29 Jan 1900
4. Found in the 1931 Canadian Census Ontario, District 98 Carleton, sub-district 3 Fitzroy Rural, p. 28, age 57, with Husband John (58) owns home $1000, no radio, and children, Cyril Urban (31), Rupert Wheatly (23), Ines Ellen (21) and Guy Carmel (18)
5. Obit: PEEVER, Inez Pamelia - On Thursday, January 1, 1948, suddenly at her home, ninth concession, Goulbourn, Inez Pamelia Wheatley, beloved wife of John Peever, in her 74th year. Funeral at her late home at 1 p.m. Saturday. Internment in Epworth cemetery, Woodlawn, Ont. (The Ottawa Journal, Jan. 2, 1948, p. 22)
Inez married John Peever on 16 Jun 1897 in Carleton Co., ONT., CAN. John was born on 9 Mar 1873 in Fitzroy, Carleton Co., Ont., CAN. He died on 3 Aug 1951 in Fitzroy, Carleton Co., Ont., CAN. He was employed as 1901,1931;farmer. He was buried in Epworth Cemetery, Ont., CAN.
1. Son of Richard Peever and Alice Louise Bradley.
2. Found in the 1901 Canadian Census, Ontario, District 52 Torbolton, S. district I, p. 7, age 28 DOB: 9 Mar 1873 and wife Inis (27) DOB: 20 Jan 1874 and children, Oswald (12) DOB: 5 June 1899 and Cyral S. () DOB: 29 Jan 1900
3. Found in the 1931 Canadian Census Ontario, District 98 Carleton, sub-district 3 Fitzroy Rural, p. 28, age 58, owns home $1000, no radio, and wife, Inis Amelia (57) and children, Cyril Urban (31), Rupert Wheatly (23), Ines Ellen (21) and Guy Carmel (18)
4. Obit: PEEVER, John - On Friday, August 3, 1951, in hospital, John Peever, Kinburn, Ont., husband of the late Inez Wheatley, in his 79th year. Funeral service at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Clarence Dean, Galetta, Ont., on Sunday at 3:30 p.m. Internment Epworth cemetery. (The Ottawa Journal, Aug. 4, 1951, p. 24)
John and Inez had the following children:
+ 548 M i Felix "Oswald" Peever + 549 M ii Cyril Urban Peever + 550 F iii Jessie Alexandria Peever + 551 F iv Gladys Mildread Peever + 552 F v Carrie Aleta Peever + 553 M vi Rupert Wheatley Peever + 554 F vii Inez Ellen Peever + 555 M viii Guy Carman Peever
296. Louisa A. Judd (Lucina Heath , Eunice Morrison , Samuel McDuffee , John , Samuel ) was born on 19 Nov 1882 in Pittsburg, Coos Co., NH. She died on 31 Mar 1958 in W. Stewartstown, Coos Co., NH. Louisa was buried in Alice Hunt Cemtery, Canaan, Essex Co., VT.
1. Found in the 1900 US Census Vermont, Essex Co., Canaan, sheet 9, age 17 DOB:Nov 1882 with parents, Charles (51) DOB:Nov 1848, marr 21yrs, Imm 1875 and Lucina (44) DOB:Dec 1855, 5 of 5 children, marr 21yrs and siblings, Percy C. (16) DOB:Mar 1884, Thomas L. (13) DOB:Oct 1886, Rosannah M. (7) DOB:Apr 1893 and Elsie L. (4) DOB:Oct 1895 and two servants, George J. More (27) DOB:Jan 1872, single, Imm 1891 and Walter Webster (57) DOB:May 1843 married, Imm 1865
2. Mrs. Carr Dies As Result of Burns
Mrs. Louisa Judd Carr, 75, of Canaan Vt. died at the Coos County Hospital last Monday evening from burns received at her home the previous day. Mrs. Carr’s apron caught fire Sunday while she was preparing a boiled #####g in her kitchen. She was taken immediately to the hospital. Born on November 19th, 1882, the daughter of Charles Judd and Lucina (Heath) Judd of Pittsburg. Mrs. Carr was a teacher in Canaan and West Stewartstown for 18 years. She was lown Librarian in Canaan for many years. She is survived by a daughter, Miss Harriet Carr and brother, L. Thomas Judd, both of Canaan and by a neice, Mrs. Bessie Smith Howes, of Elkon, Md. Funeral Services will be held Friday afternoon at 2 P. M. at the Canaan Methodist Church, the Rev. Herbert Cooper conducting the services. Interment will be at the Alice Hunt Cemetery. The survivors request that flowers be omitted and that, in their place, donations be made in her memory to her church. Friends may visit her home in Canaan until Friday noon. Jenkins-Funeral Service is in charge of arrangements. (The News and Sentinel, April 3, 1958, p. 1)
Louisa married 1 George Willis Carr on 27 Aug 1917 in Canaan, Essex Co., VT. George was born on 24 Jan 1889 in Hereford, Compton Co., PQ. He died on 1 Jun 1921 in Canaan, Essex Co., VT. He was buried in Alice Hunt Cemtery, Canaan, Essex Co., VT.
1. Son of Edward Everett Carr and Mary Jane Harrison.
- MARY JANE GRAY
The subject of this sketch was born in London, England, June I7. 1862. She came to this country when a young girl and spent several years at the home of Edd Bean. On August 13, 1879 she married Edward Everett Carr. They resided first at East Hereford and later moved to Hall Stream. Seven children were born to them, namely, Lewis, Ada (Mrs. Herbert Kirk), George, who passed away June 1, 1921, Bertha (Mrs. Alby Owen who passed away March 17, 1931) and Mildred (Mrs Ernest Bryan), two others having died in infancy. Mr. Carr passed away in 1898, death being caused by pneumonia. On July 7, 1900, she was united in marriage to Everett Charles Gray. To them were bom two children, Elva (Mrs. George Speck) and Leonard. The greater part of their married life was spent in East Hereford, Que. Mrs. Gray passed away September 13, 1938, at the hospital in West Stewartstown, following a serious operation. The funeral was held at the home September 19, Rev. H. H. Albee speaking words of comfort to the bereaved relatives. Mr. and Mrs. Earl Sisco of Colebrook rendered three hymns, “Will There Be Any Stars in My Crown,” “Sometime We’ll Understand,” and “The Old Rugged Cross.” The bearers were Ellis and Sam Gray, Freemon Russell and Emard Hurley. She leaves to mourn her loss a husband, two sons, three daughters, two sisters, Mrs. George Felderman of Malden, Mass., and Mrs. Nellie McMillan of Venice, Calif., twenty-six grandchildren, four greatgrandchild ren and a large number of nephews and neices. Those from a distance to attend the funeral were, Mrs. George Felderman of Malden, Mass., Messers. Ed and Clyde Gray of Alexandria, N. H., Miss Freda Kirk of Lebanon, Mrs. Joe Sicard, Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Kirk, Elwin and Millen Kirk and Mr. and Mrs. Sam Berry, all of Colebrook, Mrs. Nellie Frappied, John Carr, Mrs. Cora Hunter of Massawippi, Que., Mr. and Mrs. George Nason and Mr. and Mrs. Pete Decoteau and_ son of Barnston, Quebec, Miss Genevieve Howe of Hillhurst, Que., Mr. and Mrs. Sam Gray of Charleston, Vt., Mr. and Mrs. Emard Hurley and Mr. and Mrs. George Speck and family of Sawyerville, P. Q , Mr. and Mrs. Burmce Hall of Lyndonville, Vt. The floral offerings were many and beautiful, showing the esteem in which the deceased was held. Interment was in the Alice Hunt cemetery. (Sep 1938)2. The community was greatly saddened last week by the death of Geo. Carr, which occured in a Boston Hospital on Wednesday last. Funeral services were held at the home Saturday afternoon, W. H. May officiated. Internment in the Alice Hunt cemetery. (The Colebrook Sentinel, June 9, 1921, p. 5)
They had the following children:
556 F i Infant girl Carr was born on 12 Oct 1919 in Canaan, Essex Co., VT. She died 1 on 14 Oct 1919 in Bradford, Orange Co., VT.
300. Elsie Lucina Judd (Lucina Heath , Eunice Morrison , Samuel McDuffee , John , Samuel ) was born 1 on 23 Oct 1896 in Canaan, Essex Co., VT. She died on 12 Apr 1949 in W. Stewartstown, Coos Co., NH. Elsie was buried in Alice Hunt Cemtery, Canaan, Essex Co., VT.
1. Found in the 1900 US Census Vermont, Essex Co., Canaan, sheet 9, age 4) DOB:Oct 1895 with parents, Charles (51) DOB:Nov 1848, marr 21yrs, Imm 1875 and Lucina (44) DOB:Dec 1855, 5 of 5 children, marr 21yrs and siblings, Louisa A. (17) DOB:Nov 1882, Percy C. (16) DOB:Mar 1884, Thomas L. (13) DOB:Oct 1886 and Rosannah M. (7) DOB:Apr 1893 and two servants, George J. More (27) DOB:Jan 1872, single, Imm 1891 and Walter Webster (57) DOB:May 1843 married, Imm 1865
2. ELSIE SMITH
Funeral services will be held today at two o'clock at the Methodist church at Canaan, Vt., for Mrs. Elsie Smith, who passed away at the West Stewartstown hospital Tuesday morning, after a short illness. Rev. Curtis Smith will conduct the services, with Newman's Funeral Service in charge of arrangements. (The News and Sentinel, April 14, 1949, p. 4)
Elsie married 1 Dan D. Smith on 10 Apr 1927 in Canaan, Essex Co., VT. Dan was born in 1870 in Winslow, Compton Co., PQ. He died on 17 Feb 1938 in Montpelier, Washington Co., VT. Dan was buried in Alice Hunt Cemtery, Canaan, Essex Co., VT.
1. Son of Donald Smith and Mary MacDonald.
2. Canaan Local Happenings
Thomas Judd was called to Calais, Vt., the first of the week by the serious illness of his brother-in-law, Dan Smith. (The News and Sentinel, Feb. 10, 1938, p. 2)3. Canaan Local Happenings
Thomas Judd, Mrs. Louisa Carr of town and Percy Judd of Lowell, Mass., were at Hardwick, Vt., Saturday, to attend the funeral of their brother-in-law, Daniel Smith. The body was brought here and interred in the Alice Hunt cemtery. Much sympathy is expressed to Mrs. Smith (nee Elsie Judd) and daughter, Miss Bessie Smith. (The News and Sentinel, Feb. 24, 1938, p. 2)
They had the following children:
+ 557 F i Bessie Lucina Smith
301. Perley Jessie Beecher (Francis "Frank" G. Beecher , Eunice Morrison , Samuel McDuffee , John , Samuel ) was born on 14 Nov 1887 in Hereford, Compton Co., PQ. He died on 15 Jul 1958 in Columbia, Coos Co., NH. He was buried in Alice Hunt Cemtery, Canaan, Essex Co., VT.
1. Canaan, Vt
Mr. Perley Beecher and Miss Isa Gray both of Canaan, Vt., were married Wednesday Sept. 9th. at Colebrook by Rev. Guy Roberts. (The News and Sentinel, Sept. 17, 1908, p. 3)2. Canaan Man Killed
Perley J. Beecher
Auto Victim
A highway accident in Columbia Valley late Monday night claimed the life of Perley Jesse Beecher, 71, when he was struck by a car driven by James Gordon Meuse, 31, of Union Street, Littleton. The fatality occurred at the northern end of the Columbia construction project, just
north of Sims Stream bridge, where a short stretch of U S. 3 remains unpaved. Meuse, the driver, alleged that the victim fell or jumped suddenly onto the highway from the lawn of the Rippling Brook Cabins, and that he swerved toward the center of the road in an effort to avoid striking him. Damage to the Meuse car indicates that the main impact struck almost in the center of the front of the vehicle. Death apparently was instantaneous. The accident was investigated by D A Bruce Kelly, Coos County Medical Referee, and Dr. Randall H. Brooks of Colebrook, and State and local police. The body was removed to Jenkins Funeral Home
DRIVER BOUND OVER
At a Tuesday night session of Colebrook Municipal Court, Mr. Meuse was bound over in bail of
$1000 on charges of reckless driving resulting in death, before Judge Leonard H. Vancore. Bail was furnished. The case will appear on the docket for the October term of Superior Court, to be held in Berlin in October. The victim was employed for many years at Beecher Falls Manufacturing Corp., and had retired some years ago. He had been a resident of Canaan for over fifty years. Members of his family include one son, T Sgt Richard G. Beecher, of Wichita Falls, Texas, two grandchildren, and a sister, Mrs. Homer Campbell, of Waterbury, Conn.
Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon at Jenkins Funeral Home, with interment to follow in the Alice Hunt cemetery, Canaan. James Meuse, who grew up in Colebrook and formerly resided here, is now employed at Norton-Plke Company, Littleton. Funeral services will be held at the Jenkins Funeral Home Friday, at 2:00 p.m. with the Rev. Herbert Cooper officiating. Burial in the Alice Hunt Cemetery in Canaan, Vt. (The News and Sentinel, July 17, 1958, p. 1)
Perley married 1 Isa Levetta Gray on 9 Sep 1908 in Canaan, Essex Co., VT. The marriage ended in divorce.Isa was born 2 on 3 Jul 1890 in Norton, Essex Co., VT. She died on 9 Jun 1980 in Fort Lauderdale, Broward Co., FL. Isa was buried in Wilson Cemetery.
1. Daughter of Charles E. Gray and Sarah Lucas.
2. Isa G. Wark
PLANTATION, Fla. - Mrs. Isa Gray Wark, 89, of 7291 N.W. 15th St., Plantation, died Monday in Covenant Care Center here. Born in Vermont, July 3, 1890, she was daughter of Charles and Sarah (Lucas) Gray. She had lived in the Plainfield and Barre area from 1929 to 1965 when she moved to Plantation. In June 1937, she was married to Orem Wark, He died in 1961. Surviving are a son, Richard Beecher, Plantation, Fla.; two grandchidren, Lt. Robert Beecher, Fort Sill, Okla., and Marilyn Beecher, Lantana, Fla. Her funeral service will be held Thursday at 10 a.m. in the Whitcomb Funeral Home, 102 Washington St., Barre, where friends may call Wednesday from 7 to 9 p.m. Burial will be in Wilson Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Grace United Methodist Church, in care of the Rev. Calvin J. Seiferth, Box 77, Plainfield 05667. (The Times Argus, June 10, 1980, p. 11)
Notes:
1. Married Orem Wark, 24 June 1937, Barre, VT.
They had the following children:
+ 558 M i Richard Gray Beecher
303. Marion Frances Beecher (Francis "Frank" G. Beecher , Eunice Morrison , Samuel McDuffee , John , Samuel ) was born 1 on 12 Feb 1909 in Canaan, Essex Co., VT. She died on 22 Feb 2001 in Port St. Lucie, FL. She was buried in Elmwood Cemetery, Northfield, VT.
1. Found in the 1930 U.S Census Vermont, Essex Co., Canaan, sheet 1A, Gale St., age 21 with parents, Francis G. (69), owns home $4,000, age 1st mar;23, Imm;1891 and wife Rose (63) age 1st mar;17
2. Homer Campbell Was Married May 12th
Miss Marion Frances Beecher, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Beecher of Canaan, and Homer P. Campbell, son of Mr. and Mrs. E. E. Campbell of this place, were united in marriage by Rev. C. A. Dibble Monday evening, May 12th, at 8 oclock at the home of the brides parents. They are spending their honeymoon in Montreal and at Highgate Springs on the shores of Lake Champlain. Miss Beecher is a native of Vermont and a Canaan girl, graduating from the Canaan High School in 1928. She has been active in the church there, being Sunday school teacher for some time, also clerked in several stores in town. Mr. Campbell is also a native of Vermont and has lived in Waterbury for the past twenty , years, attending the public school, later the Albany Business College at Albany, N. Y. Mr. Campbell was at one time connected with the United States Customs Border Patrol, putting in one season on the Motor Boat Patrol on Lake Camplain, later being stationed at a number of different ports along the border, including Canaan. Mr. and Mrs. Campbell will reside in Waterbury where Mr. Campbell is associated with his father in the insurance business. (The Waterbury Record, May 21, 1930, p. 1)3. Obit: Marion Frances Campbell, 92
PORT ST. LUCIE - Marion Frances Campbell, 92, of Port St. Lucie died Thursday, Feb. 22, 2001, at Port St. Lucie Nursing & Restorative Care Center.
A native of Canaan, Vt., she lived in the area for 24 years. She moved here from Waterbury, Vt.
Before retirement, she was employed as the matron of the Vermont State Hospital, Waterbury.
She attended First United Methodist Church, Port St. Lucie. She was a member of the St. Lucie County Sightseekers.
Survivors include a son, Richard E. Campbell and wife Jeannette of Port St. Lucie; five grandchildren; and 10 great-grand-children.
Inurnment will be at a later date in Elmwood Cemetery, Northfield, Vt. Arrangements are under the direction of the Roger L. Byrd Port St. Lucie Funeral Home. (The Stuart News, Feb. 28, 2001)
Marion married 1 Homer Perley Campbell on 12 May 1930 in Waterbury, Washington Co., VT. Homer was born on 8 May 1899 in Waterbury, Washington Co., VT. He died on 9 Feb 1962 in Waterbury, Washington Co., VT. Homer was buried in Elmwood Cemetery, Northfield, Washington Co., VT. He was employed as 1930;Ins agent.
1. Son of Eugene E. Campbell and Bertha Denny.
2. Friends here were saddened to hear of the sudden death of Mr. Homer Campbell at his home in Waterbury, Vermont. For several years, he was associated with the U. S. Customs Service. Besides his wife the former Marion Frances Beecher of Canaan, he leaves two sons, TSgt. Robert, stationed in England and Capt. Richard, stationed in. Germany. (The News and Sentinel, Feb. 21, 1962, p. 6)
3. Homer P Campbell
WATERBURY - Homer P. Campbell 62, a local businessman, died very suddenly last night at his home on South Main St. He was born May 8, 1899, the son of Eugene and Bertha (Denny) Campbell at Middlesex. His family moved to Waterbury when he was a young child. He was educated in the Waterbury schools and attended business college in Albany, N. Y. Campbell served for several years in the U S Customs Service at Canaan until his return to Waterbury in 1923 when he took over the Campbell Insurance Agency. He married Marion Frances Beecher in 1930. Besides his wife, he is survived by two sons, T Sgt Robert Campbell who is stationed in England and Capt Richard Campbell, who is stationed in Germany. Also a granddaughter, Karen ’ and three grandsons, Garry, Chris and Tommy. Also a niece, Mrs. Marilyn Johnson of Springfield Mass. and a nephew, Denny Campbell of Highgate Springs and several cousins. A brother General Harold Denny Campbell died several years ago. Friends may call at the Perkins Funeral Chapel Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9. Funeral services will be conducted at the Chapel on Monday at 2 p.m. by the Rev. C. Arthur Hazen of Ludlow assisted by Rev. Ben Roberts of Starksboro. The body will be entombed to await burial in the spring. (The Times Argus, Feb. 10, 1962, p. 10)
They had the following children:
559 M i Robert Harold Campbell was born on 30 Apr 1931 in Waterbury, Washington Co., VT. He died on 7 Jul 1968 in Hawaii. He was buried in Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Arlington Co., VA.
1. Waterhury Sergeant to Wed English Girl
Mr. and Mrs. H. G. Pateman of 53 Common Rise Hitchin England announce the engagement of their eldest daughter Patricia Marion to Sgt Robert Harold Campbell USAF elder son of Mr. and Mrs. H. P. Campbell of Waterbury, Vermont. Sgt Campbell has been stationed in England with the United States Air Force for the past two years. No definite date is set for the wedding. (Montpelier Evening Argus, Jan. 13, 1953, p. 5)
2. M Sgt. Campbell Waferbury Man Given Military Burial Service
WATERBl'RY - M Sgt. Robert Campbell. 37, who died July 6 while on duty in Hawaii with the U. S. Air Force, was buried July 15 at 2 pm. in the Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington. Va. A memorial service was held at the Post Chapel Schofield Barracks. Hawaii, on July 9. M.Sgt. Robert H. Campbell enlisted in the Air Force Aug 21. 1950. He served at McGuire AFB. Lackland AFB and other stateside bases. He served two tours in England and one in Hawaii. He was decorated with the good conduct medal with four bronze loops; the Air Force longevity service award with three oak leaf clusters; Air Force good conduct medal with one oak leaf cluster; small arms expert marksman medal; national defense service medal with bronze service star; Air Force commendation medal and Air Force Noncommissioned Officers Academy graduate ribbon. His mother, Mrs. Marion Campbell of Waterbury, was unable to attend her son's burial service. Maj. Richard E. Campbell of Fort Rucker. Ala., attended the committal service of his brother. (The Burlington Free Press, July 24, 1968, p. 14)+ 560 M ii Richard Eugene Campbell
304. Evelyn R. Beecher (John W. Beecher , Eunice Morrison , Samuel McDuffee , John , Samuel ) was born in Jan 1896 in Stewartstown, Coos Co., NH. She died on 29 Jan 1965 in Attleboro, Bristol Co., MA. Evelyn was employed as 1921;teacher. She was buried in Hollow Cemetery, Stewartstown, Coos Co., NH.
1. Found in the 1900 US Census New Hampshire, Coos Co., Stewartstown, sheet 9, age 4 DOB:Jan 1896 with parents, John (37) DOB:Nov 1862, mar 7yrs and Grace M. (22) DOB:July 1877, mar 7yrs, 1 of 1 child, and grandfather, Sylvester (78) DOB:Oct 1821, (wd)
2. Obit: MRS. EVELYN FORBES
Mrs Evelyn Forbes, 69, a resident of Foxboro, Mass, for many years died in the Sturdy Hospital,
Attleboro, Mass. Thursday on her 69th birthday. She was born in Stewartstown January 28, 1895 the daughter of John and Grace (Gould) Beecher. Surviving is her mother, Mrs. Grace Schoff of Stewartstown, two sons, Robert of Attleboro, and Frederick of Beltre, Ohio. One daughter Beulah Sweeney of Laconia, N. H., and 11 grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted in the Trinity Methodist Church, Colebrook, Sunday afternoon with Rev. Faith Chandler, Pastor, conducting the service. Entombment took place in the Coubrook Village Cemetery awaiting spring burial in the Hollow Cemetery, Stewartstown. Bearers were Frank Ranclos, Elwin Ladd, Homer Knapp, and William Furgerson. Local funeral arrangements were under the direction of the Newman Funeral Home. (The News and Sentinel, Feb. 3, 1965, p. 10)
Evelyn married 1 Homer Converse Forbes on 29 Jun 1921 in Canaan, Essex Co., VT. Homer was born on 21 Sep 1886 in Stewartstown, Coos Co., NH. He died on 4 Jan 1964 in Foxboro, Norfolk Co., MA. Homer was buried in Hollow Cemtery, Stewartstown, Coos Co., NH. He was employed as 1921;photographer.
1. Son of Oscar Miller Forbes and Mary Esther Converse.
- Oscar Miller Forbes; whose sudden and untimely death has shocked and saddened the entire community, was born in Northumberland, N. H., Jan. #, 1864. His father Allen H. Forbes moved to Colebrook many years ago and here Oscar lived during his childhood. He was educated at the common schools and at Colebrook Academy, and acquired sufficient education, so that he
taught school three winters, from 1884 to 1887 with excellent success. March 9th, 1885 he married Mary E. Converse, daughter of Rev. W. A. C. Converse, who has been widely known
in New Hampshire, as an educator and clergyman. Mr. and Mrs. Forbes have three children, Homer, twenty-four; Joyce, nineteen and Allen H., sixteen years of age. Soon after his marriage
Mr. Forbes purchased the Converse farm in Stewartstown, where he lived up to
the time of his death. He was a very industrious and tireless worker and in 1908 he had a serious nervous collapse, doubtless caused by overwork. Through medical treatment
and rest, he partially regained his health and for nearly a year he went about his work with something of his old activity. Early in March of this year, Mr. and Mrs. Forbes took a two weeks trip to commemorate their Silver wedding, visiting friends in Maine and elsewhere and he returned, seemingly rested, but the old nervous difficulty returned, and after an intense fight of
two weeks for life, he was obliged to ###ld to the call from the other shore. By the death of Mr. Forbes the community suffers a serious loss. He was a ######, faithful and honest man, a good neighbor and public spirited citizen who had taken an active interest in ##### and improving the North Hill Church and waa generous in supporting all good works. Genial, kind hearted and honest with the world, loving and tender at home, he will be long carried in remembrance.
CARD OF THANKS
To all who came to our assistance in these days of our sorrow, with words of love, or deeds of helpfulness; with tender songs and beautiful flowers, giving us to feel that, through God’s love, all
our friends were brothers and sisters— to all we offer our heartfelt thanks,
The family of the late Oscar M. Forbes
(The News and Sentinel, April 7, 1910, p. 2)- Mary E. Converse was born in Ohio in 1861, daughter of William A. C. and Mary Tibbetts Converse. Most of her first eight years were spent in Ohio, her father being at that time principal of high school in Toledo, and later in Cleveland. Since 1869 she has lived, except for occasional periods of a few months, on the farm which her grandparents redeemed from the primeval wilderness in Stewartstown. In early girlhood she was called to assume cares and responsibilities far beyond her years. The care of an invalid mother and three younger sisters devolved upon her. Several years later the care of a crippled grandmother and of an invalid sister
were assumed during the years of the rearing of her children. She taught a few terms in both Columbia and Stewartstown before and after her marriage. She married Oscar M. Forbes, of
Colebrook, in 1885 and they worked happily side by side for 25 years until his illness and untimely death separated them and she went bravely on alone. Always her interest in all the interests not only of her own family, but also of friends and neighbors has been vital and outreaching, her sympathy ready and warm; and her helpfulness has been given to the utmost
of her ability, and frequently beyond the limits of her strength. To learn of a need assured her attempt to meet that need—exemplifying in her life much of the praise of a “virtuous woman” by the writer of old in Proverbs 30; 10 to 31. To herein connection with the other fine qualities of heart and mind and soul, there was given deep apprecation of beauty, whether in character,
in literature or in nature. She has loved and sought the wild flowers, and her own garden has been a source of great pleasure to her, and like all her joys, to be shared generously
with others. Always carrying her full share of responsibilities for the best interests of her communty—its schools, its church, its social helpfulness, of her it can truly be said “she hath done what she could.” As daughter, sister, wife, mother, and friend, she has left an example
of faithful devotion to duty, of unselfish service, quick, unfailing sympathy, of courage, fortitude, and patience under long suffering when strength failed. On June 24 she passed on. Three children are left— Homer Converse, a photographer of Littleton; Mrs. Alfred Knapp of
Stewartstown, and Allen Harris, Professor of Electrical Engineering State College, Pa. Ten grandchildren also survive her; and the three sisters. The large gathering of friends and
relatives who met to pay tribute to her memory was a more eloquent testimony to the loving esteem in which she was held than any words can give.
The appended poem from her own pen, written during a time of great suffering expresses beautifully the faith in which she lived and died.
S.T.C.I ask with yearning “What is death?”
The answer comes, on silent breath,
“Death is my friend, who brings release;
At his soft touch all strivings cease.”
I do not mean life is not sweet.
And dear the sound of kindred feet;
But I have had all it can give;
Why wish a few more hours to live?
I know that I shall find you all
Beyond the low green curtain’s fall.
And it will be eternal gain
To find the land of “no more pain”
(The News and Sentinel, Aug. 1, 1940, p. 5)2. HOMER C. FORBES
Homer C. Forbes, 77, a resident of Foxboro, Mass. for the past twelve years, died Saturday, January 4. He was a commercial photographer for many years and has been employed by the Texas Instrument Manufacturing Co. of Attleboro, Mass. At one time he owned and operated the White Mountain Studio in Littleton, N. H. Born in Stewartstown, N. H. September 21, 1886, he was the son of Oscar and Mary (Converse) Forbes. Surviving are his wife, the former Evelyn Beecher; two sons, Robert Forbes of North Attleboro, Mass., and Frederick Forbes of Belpre, Ohio; one daughter, Mrs. Edward Sweeney of Clinton, Mass; one sister, Mrs. Joyce Knapp of Stewartstown; one brother, Harris Forbes of State College, Pennsylvania; ten grandchildren, 1 great-grandchild, and several nephews and nieces. A Memorial Service was conducted in the Keating Funeral Home, Foxboro, by the Lawrence C. Foster Post, American Legion, of which he was a member, and a delegation of Veterans of World War I Service. Mr. Forbes was a member of Company B, 9th Division, Ammunition Train Battalion of World War I. Funeral services were conducted in the Trinity Methodist Church, Colebrook, Tuesday afternoon with Rev. Faith Chandler, pastor, and Rev. Helen Lyman, pastor of Monadnock Congregational church conducting the service. Mrs. Beaton Marsh was soloist and Mrs. Edwin Hibbard, organist. Burial took place in Stewartstown Hollow Cemtery with Rev. Chandler reciting the committal prayers. Bearers were Clifton Boudle, Frank Rancloes, Elwin Ladd, and Wilman Furgerson. Local arrangements were under the direction of the Newman Funeral Home. (The News and Sentinel, Jan. 8, 1964, p. 2)3. Stewartstown
Mrs. Evelyn Forbes of Foxboro, Mass., Mr. and Mrs. Edward Sweeney and son of Clinton, Mass., Robert Forbes of North Attleboro, Mass., Frederick Forbes of Belpre, Ohio, Arlene Sweeney of West Stewartstown, Mrs. Rosmond Sandford and Miss Evelyn Sweeney of manchester, N. H., were Tuesday and Wednesday last week guests of Mr. and Mrs. Amie Knapp and attended the funeral of Homer Forbes. (The News and Sentinel, Jan. 15, 1964, p. 5)
They had the following children:
+ 561 M i Robert Allen Forbes + 562 F ii Beulah Grace Forbes + 563 M iii Frederick Frank Forbes
305. Sarah "Ella" Wheeler (Melissa Jane Carney , Betsey Morrison , Samuel McDuffee , John , Samuel ) was born 1 on 6 Jun 1870 in Coaticook, Stanstead Co., PQ. She was christened on 12 Nov 1870 in Coaticook, Stanstead Co., PQ. She died on 20 Feb 1931 in Arlington, Middlesex Co., MA. Sarah immigrated in 1897 to to the U.S. She was buried 2 in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Arlington, Middlesex Co., MA (i).
1. Daughter of Norman Wheeler and Melissa Carney of Barnston, PQ. Norman was first married to Sarah Harford.
2. Found in the 1871 Canadian Census, Stanstead Co., Barnston, Dist 141, SubDist F, Div 1, Page 2+3, age 10/12, at home with her family; Norman, 53, and Malissa (18) siblings; Sylvester (17),Charles (15), Homer (12), Amos (9), Jennie, (6) and Gertrude, (3)
3. 1871: Sarah was baptised at Coaticook Methodist Church 12 Nov 1871. (Drouin)
4. Found in the 1881 Canadian Census, Quebec, District 56 Stanstead Co., S-dist No. 10 Barnston, page 16, age 10 with parents, Norman (53) and Lucy (28) and siblings, Jennie E. (17), Gertrude (14) and Innie U. (3)
5. Found in the 1891 Canadian Census, Stanstead Co., Barnston, District 190, sub district 11, p. 14, age 20, fa. b. Quebec, mo. b. Quebec, religion; Methodist, "Ella Sarah" at home with parents Norman and Melissa
6. Found in the 1900 U.S Census Massachusetts, Middlesex Co., Medford, ward 1, sheet# 4, Spring St., age 29
7. Found in the 1910 U.S Census Massachusetts, Middlesex Co., Somerville, ward 4, sheet# 4, Marshall St., age 38, 1 of 1 children
8. Hatley
... Mr. and Mrs. R. D. Byers, of North Stanstead, who were recently in a motor collision near Cassville, are the parents of Mr. R. D. Byers, jr., who for the past year has been in the employ of H. P. Hood & Sons in this place. Mrs. Grisim, of Somerville, Mass., who was injured in the motor accident which followed shortly afterwards, is the wife of Mr. Fred Grisim, formerly of North Barnston, a son of the late John Grisim, who was a lifelong resident of that part of the township, where he owned and occupied property near the California schoolhouse, afterwards purchased by the late Mrs. Matilda Haines and now belonging to her daughter, Mrs. Louisa Sutton. The school building to which reference is made and which bears a somewhat "far-fetched appellation, is an old landmark and received its name from the fact that it was erected by the late Philander Sutton, of Barnston, a son of the late Joshua Sutton, one of the early pioneers of Stanstead county, upon his return from a stay of several years in the Golden State. (Sherbrooke Daily Record, July 31, 1917, p. 2)9. Was naturalized citizen about 1918/19
10. Found in the 1918 Massachusetts, Somerville, City Directory; Grisim, Fred J. (Ella S) real estate, h 89 Rogers Av (p. 494)
11. Found in the 1920 U.S Census Massachusetts, Middlesex Co., Somerville, ed 446, sheet# 7, Rogers Ave., age 45, owns home.
12. Mrs. Melissa Wheeler has been very ill the past week with heart trouble, her daughter, Mrs. Ella Grisim of Arlington, Mass., has been visiting her. (Express and Standard, Oct. 19, 1923, p. 8)
13. Found in the 1925 Massachusetts, Arlington City Directory; Grisim, Fred J. (Ella) h 91 Harlow, p. 151
14. Found in the 1930 U.S Census Massachusetts, Middlesex Co., Arlington, ed 173, p. 13B, Sarnuni St., rents, age 55
15. Obit: GRISIM -- In Arlington. Feb. 20. Ella S., wife of Fred J. Grisim. Funeral services will be held at the Trinity Baptist Church. Mass. av., Tuesday at 2 p. m. (The Boston Globe, Feb. 21, 1931, p. 11)
16. Way's Mills
Word has been received of the death of Mrs. Fred Grism at her home in Arlington, Mass. Mrs. Grism formerly was Ella Wheeler, daughter of the late Norman Wheeler, and was a Way’s Mills girl. Sympathy is extended to her husband, who is a Hatley boy, and to her only child, Miss Gracia Grism. (Sherbrooke Daily Record, March 6, 1931, p. 2)
Sarah married Fred "Freddie" John Grisim on 16 Sep 1896 in Barnston, Stanstead Co., PQ. Fred was born 1 on 10 Jul 1865 in Barnston, Stanstead Co., PQ. He died 2 on 14 Jun 1939 in Arlington, Middlesex Co., MA. Fred was buried 3 in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Arlington, Middlesex Co., MA (i). He was employed 4 as 1900;1910;1920;Grocery Salesman, 1930-Hotel Stewart. He immigrated 5 in 1891 to to the U.S.
1. Found in the 1871 Canadian Census, Quebec, Stanstead Co., Barnston, district 141, sub-district E-2, Film 2229052, p. 11, line 1, dwelling 41, household 42, "Fredie Grisson", age 5, Irish, Baptist
2. Found in the 1881 Canadian Census Quebec, Stanstead Co., Barnston, Film C-13199, Dist 56, SubDist F, Div 2, p. 14 Family 72, age 15 (Listed as Frederick J. Galsine)
3. 1890; sign as witness on his mother's death record at Barnston, PQ..
4. 1892; signed as witness on Fritz W. Grisim's death record, Coaticook, PQ.
5. Found in the 1895 Somerville, MA city directory; Grisim, Fred J. clerk, h. Pearl (p. 271)
6. Found in the 1896 Somerville, MA city directory; Grisim, Fred J. clerk, h. 8 Otis (p. 290)
7. [hand written letter to Ella's parents; Mr. and Mrs. Wheeler]
Boston, Mass
Dec 29, 1896To Mr and Mrs Wheeler,
You will no doubt be a little surprised to get a letter from me but I have something to tell
you that is of great importance to me also ask your consent to that which is very dear
to me and it is this I have for a long time thought very much of your daughter Ella and it
has come to live of the kind which will last as long as I live and I believe it is returned and
I have her answer that makes me very happy now I ask your consent to an engagement
with her and a wedding in the near future. Yo may think me rather bold but it is what my
whole life depends on I have been with her at Charlie's and it understands it and I have his
full consent. I will admit that my circumstances are not what I would wish but with her love
to help me I can or will try my whole life to make her happy and by doing that I will be so to.
I know you will be lonesome without her but I would not wish you to think you have lost her
for I would not do anything to make you think so and i will with god's help be what a true
husband ought to be. Hoping to hear from you either by letter or by way of Ella in the near
future I am ever yours with best wishes for a happy new year to all. from your friend and
hoping for something nearer.
Yours truly
Fred J Grissim
129 Stamford St
Boston, Mass8. Found in the 1900 U.S. Census Massachusetts, Middlesex Co., Medford 1-WD, sheet# 4, 206 Spring St., age 33, DOB: July 1866, POB: Canada Eng, marr; 3 yrs, with wife Ella (29) June 1870
9. Found in the 1901 Somerville, MA city directory; Grisim, Fred J. clerk, 72 Pearl, h. at Medford (p. 275)
10. Found in the 1903 Somerville, MA city directory; Wigglesworth St. Grisim, Fred J.
11. Found in the 1904 Somerville, MA city directory; Grisim, Fred J. clk 257 Pearl h 15 (p. 306)
12. Found in the 1905 Somerville, MA city directory; Grisim, Fred J. clk 257 Pearl bds 227 do (p. 201)
13. Found in the 1906 Somerville, MA city directory; 57 1/2 Marshall St. Grisim, Fred J.
14. Found in the 1907 Somerville, MA city directory; Grisim, Fred J. clerk 261 Pearl h 57 1/2 Marshall (p. 237)15. Found in the 1910 U.S Census Massachusetts, Middlesex Co., Somerville, ward 4, sheet# 4, Marshall St., age 43
16. Found in the 1912 Somerville, MA city directory; Grisim, Fred J. clerk, 362 Medford, h. 57 1/2 Marshall (p. 429)
17. Found in the 1914 Somerville, MA city directory; Grisim, Fred J. (Wood & Grisim) 339 Medford h 7 Walter ter (p. 489)18. 1916: Of Winterhill, MA., attended the wedding of Flora S. Wheeler and Joseph W. Keith at Nashua, NH.
19. Hatley
... Mr. and Mrs. R. D. Byers, of North Stanstead, who were recently in a motor collision near Cassville, are the parents of Mr. R. D. Byers, jr., who for the past year has been in the employ of H. P. Hood & Sons in this place. Mrs. Grisim, of Somerville, Mass., who was injured in the motor accident which followed shortly afterwards, is the wife of Mr. Fred Grisim, formerly of North Barnston, a son of the late John Grisim, who was a lifelong resident of that part of the township, where he owned and occupied property near the California schoolhouse, afterwards purchased by the late Mrs. Matilda Haines and now belonging to her daughter, Mrs. Louisa Sutton. The school building to which reference is made and which bears a somewhat "far-fetched appellation, is an old landmark and received its name from the fact that it was erected by the late Philander Sutton, of Barnston, a son of the late Joshua Sutton, one of the early pioneers of Stanstead county, upon his return from a stay of several years in the Golden State. (Sherbrooke Daily Record, July 31, 1917, p. 2)20. Found in the 1918 Somerville, MA. city directory; Grisim, Fred J. (Ella S) real estate, h 89 Rogers Av (p. 494)
21. Petition for Naturalization, Cert. of Naturalization # 1258713, at Boston, MA., 1 Oct. 1919
Fred John Grisim
Present place of residence: 89 Rogers Av., West Somerville, Mass.
POB: Barnston, Stanstead, Canada, 10 July 1865.
I immigrated from Coaticook, Canada, 25 Oct. 1892 and arrived at the port of Newport, Vermont, 25 Oct. 1892 by USA rail. I declared my intention to become a citizen of the United States on the 18th January 1917 at Boston, MA. I am married, my wife's name is Ella, she was born 16 June 1871 at Canada and resides with me. I have one child; Gratia, April 27, 1902, born and lives Somerville, Mass. Renounces allegiance to George, King of Great Britain and Ireland of who he is subject of. He states he has resided in the United States since 25 Oct. 189222. Became a Naturalized citizen Oct. 1, 1919, cert.# 1258713 (Massachusetts Naturalization Index, 1906-1966)
23. Found in the 1920 U.S Census Massachusetts, Middlesex Co., Somerville, ed 446, sheet# 7, Rogers Ave., age 54, owns home.
24. Found in the 1923 Boston city directory; Grisim, Fred J mgr 2961 Wash Rox h at W Somv, p. 570
25. Found in the 1925 Massachusetts, Arlington City Directory; Grisim, Fred J. (Ella) h 91 Harlow, p. 151
26. Found in the 1927 Boston city directory; Grisim, Fred J clerk Hotel Somerset res at Arlington, p. 1244
27. Found in the 1929 Boston city directory; Grisim, Fred J clerk Hotel Somerset res at Arlington, p. 124628. Found in the 1930 U.S Census Massachusetts, Middlesex Co., Arlington, ed 173, p. 13B, Sarnuni St., rents, age 64
29. Found in the 1933 Massachusetts, Arlington City Directory; Grisim, Fred J. clerk 18 Chandler (1913-M), p. 233
30. Found in the 1935 Boston city directory; Grisim, Fred J asst steward 695 Atlantic av r at Arl, p. 90031. Mr. Fred Grisim, of the White Mountains, N.H., was in town on Sunday, May 30th, visiting Mrs. J. S. Webster. (Sherbrooke Daily Record, June 7, 1937)
32. Obit: In Arlington, June 14, Fred J. Grisim of 788 Mass. av. Funeral services at the funeral home of David Fudge & Son, 100 Highland av., Somerville, Friday at 2 p.m. (Daily Boston Globe, Jun. 15, 1939, p. 27)
33. GRISIM -- In Arlington, June 14, Fred J. Grisim of 788 Mass. av. Funeral services at the funeral home of David Fudge & Son, 100 Highland av., Somerville, Friday at 2 p. m. (The Boston Globe, June 16, 1939, p. 30)
34. Word has been received of the death of Mr. Fred Grisim, of Boston, Mass. Mr. Grisim spent his boyhood days in Barnston and will be remembered by many here in Hatley. (Sherbrooke Daily record, June 28, 1939)
They had the following children:
564 M i Infant dau Grisim was born 1 on 2 Mar 1901 in Medford, Middlesex Co., MA. He died on 2 Mar 1901 in Medford, Middlesex Co., MA.
1. Stillborn565 F ii Gratia Manola Grisim was born on 27 Apr 1902 in Somerville, Middlesex Co., MA. She died on 29 Aug 1996 in Dedham, Norfolk Co., MA. She was related to her parents by adoption. Gratia was buried 1 in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Arlington, Middlesex Co., MA (i). She was employed as 1940;clerk telephone Co..
1. Found in the 1910 U.S Census Massachusetts, Middlesex Co., Sommerville, ward 4, sheet# 4, Marshall St., age 7, at home with her parents
2. Found in the 1920 U.S Census Massachusetts, Middlesex Co., Sommerville, ed 446, sheet# 7, Rogers Ave. age 17
3. Newport Locals
Miss Gracia Grisholm of Boston is the guest of her grandmother, Mrs. Melissa Wheeler and her aunt, Mrs. E. R. Cramer.
(Caledonian Record, July 22, 1920, p. 5)
4. Newport Locals
Mrs. Melissa Wheeler is visiting relatives at her old home in Barnston, P.Q.
Miss Gracia Grisholm who has been spending several weeks with Mrs. E. R. Cramer and Mrs. Melissa Wheeler, has returned to her home in Somerville, Mass. (Caledonian Record, Aug. 31, 1920, p. 5)
5. Gracia Grisom of Somerville, Mass., is visiting her grandmother, Mrs. Melissa Wheeler. (Express and Standard, Aug. 4, 1922, p. 8)
6. GRISIM-SMITH MARRIAGE
ANNOUNCED AT ARLINGTON
ARLINGTON -- Dec 3 Fred J. Grisim, 18 Chandler st. East Arlington, has announced the marriage of his daughter, Miss Garcia M. Grisim, to Laurence O. Smith, son of Mr. and Mrs. Mailin W. Smith of Somerville. According to the announcement, the wedding took place In Portsmouth, N H, last April. (The Boston Globe, Dec. 3, 1932, p. 16)
7. 1932; at the time of their marriage; he was 23, a carpenter and living at Somerville, MA., and she was 30 living at Arlington, MA. His POB: Somerville, MA., her POB: Somerville, MA. First marriage for each.
8. Found in the 1933 Massachusetts, Arlington City Directory; Grisim, Gratia, clk 18 Chandler, [with father], p. 233
9. Found in the 1935 Arlington, MA. city directory; Smith, Lawrence O (Gratia M) res 18 Chandler 3493J (p. 461)
10. Found in the 1940 U.S Census Massachusetts, Middlesex Co., Arlington (4 Apr '40) ED 9-16, sheet 3B, 30 Marathon St., age 36, POB: Mass., Div, ed H-4, lodger at the home of Sarah J. Marker (42) (wd)
Residence 1935: Somerville, Middlesex Co., MA.
11. Found in the 1945 Boston, MA. city directory; Smith, Gratia service rep NET&T Co r Arlington (p. 1610)
12. Found in the 1953 Boston, MA. city directory; Williams, Gratia Mrs service rep NET&T Co r Norwood (p. 2620)
13. Found in the 1961 Boston, MA. city directory; Williams, Gratia Mrs serv rep NET&T Co r 9 Earle (Norwood) (p. 2811)
14. Found in the 1965 Boston, MA. city directory; Williams, Gratia Mrs serv rep NET&T Co r 9 Earle (Norwood) (p. 1855)
15. Obit: Gratia S. (Grisim) Williams of Norwood, a former New England Telephone Co. worker, died Thursday at Eastwood Care Center in Dedham. She was 94. Born in Somerville, [MA] Mrs. Williams was a graduate of Somerville High School and a longtime Norwood resident. Mrs. Williams worked for New England Telephone Co. (now Nynex) for many years, retiring in 1966. She was a member of the American Association of Retired Persons and the Telephone Pioneers of America. Wife of the late Roger F., Mrs. Williams is survived by two cousins, Roberta Terrill of Concord, N.H., and Reginald Cramer of Fairlee, Vt. A graveside service will be held today at 10:30 a.m. at Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Arlington. Arrangements are by May Funeral Home, Norwood. (Boston Herald, 5 Sept, 1996)Gratia married 1 (1) Laurence Oliver Smith on 11 Nov 1932 in Portsmouth, Rockingham Co., NH. The marriage ended in divorce.Laurence was born on 23 May 1910 in Somerville, Middlesex Co., MA. He died on 18 Jul 1980 in Framingham, Middlesex Co., MA. He was employed as 1930;helper wood shop,1932;carpenter.
1. Son of Martin Watson Smith and Cordelia Roberta Yuill. They are from Nova Scotia and immigrated; him 1899, her in 1885, and they were naturalized in 1917.
- In Somerville, March 13, Martin W., husband of Cordelia (Yuill) Smith of 22 Westminster st. Services at the funeral home of John Bryant's Sons, 181 Broadway. monday, March 18 at 2 p.m. Relatives and friends invited. Visiting hours Sunday 3-5 and 7-9. Please omit flowers. Contributions may be made to the Heart Fund. (March 1957)
- In Somerville, March 13, Martin W., husband of Cordelia (Yuill) Smith of 22 Westminster st. Somerville. Services at the Willson Chapel, 28 College av., Somerville, Saturday, Mar. 29, at 2 p.m. Interment, Cambridge Cemetery, Cambridge. Calling hours Friday 2-4 and 7-9. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart Fund. (March 1958)
2. Found in the 1920 US Census Massachusetts, Middlesex Co., Somerville, wd-6, sheet 11B, 10 Mondamir St., age 9, with parents Martin (43) rents home and Cordelia (43) and siblings Gladys (14) Harold (12) Ellsworth (6) Robert (4 2/12) Arthur (2 5/12)
3. Found in the 1930 US Census Massachusetts, Middlesex Co., Somerville, sheet 9A, 175 Beacon St., age 20, with parents Martin W. (54) and Cordelia R. (53) and siblings Gladys E. (25) Ellsworth (16) Robert M. (14) Arthur W. (12) Shirley R. (9) and Paul R. (3)
4. 1932; at the time of their marriage; he was 23, a carpenter and living at Somerville, MA., and she was 30 living at Arlington, MA. His POB: Somerville, MA., her POB: Somerville, MA. First marriage for each.
5. WWII Draft Registration Card: Lawrence Oliver Smith, ser.# 2007, Residence: 1862 Beacon St., Brookline, Suffolk, Mass., mailing address: same, Age: 30, POB: Somerville, Mass., DOB: May 23, 1910, Name and address of person who will always know your address: Mrs. Ruth Smith, wife, 1862 Beacon St., Brookline, Suffolk, Mass., Employer: Walsh Construction Co., Place of employment: Camp Edwards, Falmouth, Barnstable, Mass., Race: white, Height: 5' 1/2", Weight: 171, Eyes: Blue, Hair: Brown, Scars; , signed at Local Board No. 44, Brookline, Norfolk County, Massachusetts, Oct 21, 1940
6. SMITH - In Framingham, July 18, 1980. Mr. Lawrence O. Smith, husband of Eunice (Whitaker), retired self employed optician. Besides his wife he leaves 2 sons, Stuart of Marlboro, Dana of Lee, 1 step son, Richard Godding of Louisville, Kentucky, 1 step daughter, Nancy Moorehead of Attleboro, 3 brothers, Robert of Key Largo, Florida, A. Wellington of San Juan. Capistrano, Calif. Paul of Easton, Mass., 2 sisters, Gladys Smith of Easton, and Mrs. George Carroll of Winchester. 8 grandchildren. Member of Ashland Tennis Club and former pro tennis player. Funeral service will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. in the Wadsworth Funeral Home. 318 Union Ave.. FRAMINGHAM. Visiting hours Monday 2-4 and 7-9. Donations to the American Cancer Society. (The Boston Globe, July 20, 1980, p. 7)
Notes:
Lawrence O Smith
Event Type: Death
Event Date: 18 Jul 1980
Event Place: Framingham, Massachusetts
Certificate Number: 038364
Birth Date: 23 May 1910
Birthplace: MassachusettsGratia married (2) Roger Francis Williams after 1946. Roger was born on 4 Feb 1904 in Norwood, Norfolk Co., MA. He died on 13 Nov 1974 in Norwood, Norfolk Co., MA. Roger was employed as 1920;clerk bindery,1930;bookbinder,1940;painter. He was buried 1 in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Arlington, Middlesex Co., MA (i).
1. Son of Frank Williams and Christine M. Johnson.
2. Found in the 1910 U.S Census, Massachusetts, Norfolk Co., Norwood, District 1133, sheet 20 A, [23] Cedar St., age 6, at home with his parents
3. Found in the 1920 U.S Census, Massachusetts, Norfolk Co., Norwood, District 218, sheet 2 B, Cedar St., age 16, at home with his parents
4. Found in the 1928 Norwood City Directory Williams Rogan R res 19 Cedar (p. 186)
5. Found in the 1930 U.S Census, Massachusetts, Norfolk Co., Norwood, District 77, sheet 10 B, Cedar St., age 25, at home with his parents
6. Found in the 1931 Norwood City Directory, Williams, Roger F bookbinder, res 19 Cedar (p. 214)
7. Found in the 1940 US Census Massachusetts, Norfolk Co., Norwood, (30 Apr '40) ED 11-167, sheet 9A, 23 Cedar, age 30, ed; 6, POB: Mass., with father Frank (75) owns $2,500
8. WILLIAMS -- Of Norwood Nov. 13. Roger F. Husband of Gracia. Services and interment private. Friends may call at Folsom Funeral Home 649 High St.. WEST-WOOD Thursday 3-4 and 7-8. (The Boston Globe, Nov. 14, 1974, p. 70)
307. Ina Ursula Wheeler (Melissa Jane Carney , Betsey Morrison , Samuel McDuffee , John , Samuel ) was born 1, 2 on 11 Sep 1877 in Way's Mills, Stanstead Co., PQ. She was christened 3 on 20 Jun 1878 in Barnston, Stanstead Co., PQ. She died on 28 Aug 1964 in Lebanon, Grafton Co., NH. Ina emigrated in 1903 from to the U.S. She was buried in Pine Grove Cemetery, Newport, Orleans Co., VT.
1. Found in the 1881 Canadian Census, Quebec, District 56 Stanstead Co., S-dist No. 10 Barnston, page 16, age 3 with parents, Norman (53) and Lucy (28) and siblings, Jennie E. (17), Gertrude (14) and Sarah E. (10)
2. Found in the 1891 Canadian Census, Quebec, Stanstead 190, Barnston dis 11, p. 14, age 13, with parents; Norman and Melissa and siblings; Jennie, Ella Sarah and Norman Goss
3. CRAMER—WHEELER — At the residence of the bride’s parents, Way’s Mills, Que., on
June 20, 1900, by the Rev. J. Holt Murray, Ina Ursula, youngest daughter of Norman Wheeler Esq., to Edwin R. Cramer, of Ways Mills, son of Mr. Levi J. Cramer, of St. Johnsbary, Vt. (The Examiner, June 22, 1900, p. 2)4. Cramer - Wheeler.
The Barnston correspondent to the Stanstead, Quebec, Journal writes as follows of the wedding of a young man, formerly a resident of St. Johnsbury and son of Mr. and Mrs. L. J. Cramer of this village : "One of the prettiest house weddings took place at 5 o'clock on Wednesday, the 20th inst., at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Norman Wheeler of Way's Mills, when in the presence of a large company of invited guests their daughter, Miss Ina U., was married to Mr. Edwin Rush Cramer. The ceremony was performed by Rev. J. Holt Murray, and the bridal party formed a very pretty picture under an arch of evergreens and flowers. The groom was attended by his brother, Mr. Reverdy Cramer of St. Johnsbury, Vt, and the bride was attended by Miss Mabel Hovey. The wedding march was played by Miss C. H. Remmick. The ceremony was followed ty an informal reception and after congratulations were offered, refreshments were served. The many handsome presents were much admired. The newly wedded couple, after visiting friends in the United States, will take up their residence at Way's Mills. (The St. Johnsbury Republican, July 4, 1900, p. 5)5. Found in the 1901 Canadian Census Quebec, Stanstead Co., dis 195, Barnston B-2, p. 4, age 23, b. 11 Sep 1877, with husband; Edwin R.
6. Found in the 1910 U.S Census Vermont, Orleans Co., Derby, district 161, sheet 4A, age 31, with Edwin and Reginald
7. Found in the 1920 U.S Census Vermont, Orleans Co., Newport, district 60, sheet 35A, Northern Ave., age 41, wd, with mother; Melissa and son Reginald.
8. Found in the 1930 U.S Census Vermont, Orleans Co., Newport, district 24, sheet 9B, Northern Ave., age 50, wd, owns home.
9. 1939: Mrs. Norman Wheeler is ill at the Orleans County memorial Hospital. Mrs. Ina Cramer of Fairlee is assisting her brother in the home on Elm street. (Caledonian-Record, February 14 1939)
10. Found in the 1940 U.S census Vermont, Orange Co., Fairlee, (13 Apr 1940) ED 9-9, sheet 4B, 76 Lake Molly Rd., age 61, POB: Canada, ed H-2, with son Reginald H. (37) and wife Edna A. (38) and grandson Reginald H. Jr (11)
Residence 1935: Newport, Orleans Co., VT.11. Way's Mills
Word was received here of the death of Mrs. Ina Cramer, of Fairlee, Vt, who will be remembered by many as she had from time to time been a visitor here. Funeral services were held in Newport, Vt. (Sherbrooke Daily Record, Sept. 9, 1964)12. Mrs Ina Cramer
The funeral service for Mrs. Ina Cramer was held at Fairlee Federated Church at 1 pm Tuesday Sept 1. The Rev. J. J. Hutchinson of Bradford officiated Mrs. Henry MacGirmis was organist. Mrs. Cramer died the previous Friday night at the Alice Peck Day hospital after months of illness. Relatives who attended the service from away were Mr. and Mrs. Roger Williams of Norwood, Mass. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Langevin and Mrs. Rena Moore of Newport. Burial was in the family lot in Pine Grove cemetery Newport with Rev. Scudder Parker officiating. Bearers were Ralph Hodge Karl Johnson Roger Williams and Frank Langevin William W. Godfrey. Funeral home was in charge of arrangements. Ina Ursula Wheeler was the daughter of Melissa (Carney) and Norman Wheeler born Sept 11, 1878 at Barnston, P Q. She attended the Ways Mills Province Quebec school and Barnston academy. She married Edwin R. Cramer June 20, 1900 at Ways Mills, Canada. They came to Newport to live in 1903. Mrs. Cramer was a member of the Methodist Church in that city. They had one son Reginald H. Cramer who survives. Her husband died in 1914. In 1937 Mrs. Cramer came to Fairlee with her son and daughter-in-law Mr. and Mrs. R. H. Cramer with whom she has lived except for several years she cared for Robert N. Donahue a neighbor. Mrs. Cramer was quiet an excellent nurse a good seamstress did much embroidery and loved her home. She attended the Ladies Community Circle and church as long as she was able. Survivors besides her son are a grandson Reginald H. Cramer Jr. and four great-grandchildren Becky, Reginald III, Timmy and Donna. (The United Opinion, Sept. 11, 1964, p. 3)
Ina married 1 Edwin Rush Cramer on 20 Jun 1900 in Barnston, Stanstead Co., PQ. Edwin was born on 15 Dec 1874 in Way's Mills, Stanstead Co., PQ. He died on 29 Aug 1914 in West Derby, Orleans Co., VT. Edwin was employed as 1901;millwright. He emigrated in 1903 from to the U.S. He was buried in Pine Grove Cemetery, Newport, Orleans Co., VT.
1. Son of Levi Jeremiah Cramer and Sylvia Anna Irish.
- Mr. Levi Cramer, brother of Mr. W. A. Cramer, and an old timer of this place, passed away at his home in St. Johnsbury on Thursday morning. (Feb 1924)2. Found in the 1891 Canadian Census Quebec, Stanstead Co., dis 190, Barnston, p. 29, age 4, with parents; Levi J. and Sylvia J.
3. Edwin R. Cramer has secured a position as traveling salesman for A. L. Bailey and will commence his duties September 1st. (Caledonian, Aug. 17, 1898, p. 8)
4. Found in the 1901 Canadian Census Quebec, Stanstead Co., dis 195, Barnston B-2, p. 4, age 26, b. 15 Dec 1874, with wife; Ian U.
5. Found in the 1910 U.S Census Vermont, Orleans Co., Derby, district 161, sheet 4A, age 33, with Ina and Reginald
6. RECENT DEATHS
Cramer
(From the Newport Express and Standard of September 11.)
Edwin R. Cramer, whose death was mentioned in the paper of last week, was born in Ways Mills, Que., in 1875, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Levi Cramer, who now reside in St. Johnsbury. In early life he was employed in the Bailey Music Rooms in Burlington and later in the Fairbanks shops in St. Johnsbury. In 1900 he was united in marriage to Miss Ina Wheeler of Ways Mills and they later moved to South Troy, removing from that place to West Derby about ten years ago, and here Mr. Cramer established his home, building up a large express business. He became well known and very much respected as a citizen of excellent qualities of character, a devoted husband and father and a good neighbor. He was a member of the Newport Methodist church and of the order of Odd Fellows. Mr. Cramer is survived by his wife, his son, Reginald, a boy of twelve years, his father and mother and one brother of St. Johnsbury. Mr. Cramer was in poor health for some time and was taken violently ill about a week before his death, which occured on Saturday, August 29. The funeral services, held Monday afternoon in the Baptist church, conducted by Rev. R N. Joscelyn of the Methodist church, were largely attended by his friends here and those from out of town, and the abundance of beautiful flowers was evidence of the love and esteem in which Mr. Cramer was held. (Caledonian, Sept. 16, 1914)
They had the following children:
+ 566 M i Reginald Harold Cramer 567 M ii Rush Cramer was born 1 on 2 Mar 1915 in West Derby, Orleans Co., VT. He died on 2 Mar 1915 in West Derby, Orleans Co., VT. Rush was buried in Pine Grove Cemetery, Newport, Orleans Co., VT.