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New Dublin – News from the Village – 1925-1930

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The Athens Reporter- excerpts have been taken from this newspaper for the years – 1925 to 1930. The original newspapers are in the archives of the Heritage House Museum, Athens, Ontario

New Dublin – Feb 23, 1925

Dr. T.R. Whaley and Mrs. Whaley of Alsask, Sask., and Mr. and Mrs. W. Whaley of Charleston, visited their mother, Mrs. M.J. Whaley and their sister Mrs. A.A. Orr, last week. Dr. Whaley spent several days with his mother during his short visit in the east. He is a surgeon in his private hospital in Alsask and has only a limited time at his disposal from his work as a specialist in his line.

New Dublin – March 1st , 1928

The Women’s Institute met in the Township Hall this afternoon, a good gathering and some visitors being present. After the usual opening and the minutes of the last meeting there was a general discussion re the proposed pipe fence to finish the inclosing of the cemetery on the west side of the road. Considerable material has been purchased and plans are being made to proceed with the work in early spring. A short report of Parliamentry proceedings was given by the chairman of that department, also local history was discussed also several interesting anecdotes related, dealing with modes of life and work and thought of the people in pioneer days. Mrs. W.M. Nash spoke at some length on the Nash, Davis, McConkey and Barry families as pioneers and was asked to get data concerning those names and present them at the April meeting. Two new books were added to the birthday library. Mrs. H.A. Flood gave a very interesting reading on “The Back Woods Folk” in Scotch dialect. Meeting closed in the usual way to meet again on the first Thursday afternoon in April.

Mr. and Mrs. George Roantree and Mr. and Mrs. Harry Johnston of Morton visited at J.E. Johnstons last week.

Miss Dehlia Freeman of Frankville is spending some time with her friends Mr. and Mrs. John E. Johnston.

Miss Beatrice Healey has returned from several days visit with her relatives Mr. and Mrd. H.Woods and family at Chantry.

Wm. J. Bolton spent Tuesday in Brockville accompanied by his nephew C. Hall of Greenbush.

John B. Harton who has been seriously ill with rheumatism for several weeks is slowly improving in health.

Joseph Astlford has been ill of heart affection but is improving.

Master Harold Toppin is still quite ill, but hopes are held for his ultimate recovery. He is much missed at school and play by his young associates. Mrs. R. Toppin is enjoying very good health after her serious illness.

Mrs. Mort Rowsome is ill, in care of Dr. A.I. Armstrong.

Much sympathy is extended to Mrs. R. Willey in the death of her mother Mrs. A.O. Tait of Spencerville, which took place at the General Hospital in Brockville last week.

New Dublin – Aug 28th, 1928

The Women’s Institute will hold the September meeting on the first Thursday afternoon of the month. It will be grandmother’s day and all members and ladies of the locality are invited to be present and enjoy a good programme followed by luncheon. The meeting will open at 2 p.m.

The party held in the Township Hall on Friday evening provided an enjoyable occasion for a large number of young people from the surrounding district.

W.H Davis has returned from the General Hospital, Brockville, and is improving in health following an operation for appendicitis.

Miss Gladys Bolton R.N., accompanied her sister Evelyn home from the Brockville General Hospital, where she underwent an operation for appendicitis. Miss Gladys returned to Toronto where she will continue to practise her profession.

The school here will re-open on Sept. 4 with Miss B. Maud of Addison again in charge.

Several from this vicinity attended the Ottawa Exhibition last week.

Miss Eva Horton and G. Fox of Syracuse, N.Y. are visiting relatives and friends here and in Brockville.

Mrs. Lewis Blanchard has been spending a few days with her parents W.H. and Mrs. Davis.

W.R. Johnston went on the Harvestors Excursion to the Canadian West last week.

Miss Edna Jones of Syracuse N.Y., visited the Misses Ethel and Shirley Rowsome over the weekend.

Mrs. R.N. Willey is spending a few days with her sister at Watertown, N.Y.

Miss Celena Menut of Binghampton, N.Y., is visiting her aunt and uncle Miss E.M. and H.R. Horton

Rev. Townsend of Westport conducted the services in the United Church here on Sunday.

Miss Shirley Rowesome visited friends in Brockville last week.

 New Dublin – Feb 11, 1929

The play “Mary’s Castle in the Air” put on by the Manhard Y.P.A. in the Orange Hall on Wednesday evening was much enjoyed by a large audience.

The Women’s Institute met in the municipal hall on Thursday afternoon, the president Mrs. H.A. Frood in the chair and other officers present. On account of the prevalent illness in this locality the meeting for January was not held. Much correspondence was read by the secretary and considered by the meeting. Acknowledgements of Christmas remembrances were received from several recipients and a donation of five dollars from one so remembered.

Miss Beatrice Healy and Miss Shirley Rowsome were appointed a committee to prepare for a musical contest to be held before April 20. A household Science Course is to be asked for in the early part of June. At the close of the business session an interesting programme was put on by Mrs. R.N. Willey and Miss Norine Healey. The roll-call answered by “your favourite author.”

A paper on health was read by Mrs. Willey and Miss Norine Healey took charge of a humorous play “The House of Nuts.”

Mrs. T.E. Healey told a very amusing story and Miss Norine Healey gave several vocal selections accompanied by her ukulele which were very much enjoyed and applauded. Six new books were added to the birthday library.

The March meeting will be held on the first Thursday afternoon of the month, the programme in charge of Mesdames Thos Steel and Ed. Healey.

The history of the old mill near Bellamy and of the B.J.Horton farm will be read at the meeting. Roll call will be answered by, “Your favourite poet and a quotation from him.”

The annual vestry meeting of St. John Anglican Church will be held in the Township Hall on Friday evening, Feb 15. Light supper will be served at the close of the business session.

Mrs. Hiram Woods of Chantry is visiting her twin sister, Mrs. Fred Healey this week.

W.E. Earl is seriously ill of pleurisy in charge of Dr. A.I. Armstrong of North Augusta.

Miss Beatrice Healey has returned home from Toronto where she spent several months as stenographer in an Insurance Office

The Young People’s Guild of the United Church held a driving party to the home of Mr. and Mrs. Mort Nash on Friday evening, Feb 8. It was Miss Verna Healey’s anniversary of her birthday and a social evening was spent in games and music. Light lunch was served at the close.

Earnest J. Kendrick is busy in the neighbourhood with his sawing machine.

New Dublin Jan 2, 1930

The concert presented by the Sunday School and public school on Monday night was well attended considering inclement weather. Rev. Mr. Barbour acted as chairman in his usual able manner. The songs, recitations and playetts given by the children were all well rendered.

A pageant “Christmas Everywhere” was one of the most picturesque and interesting numbers imaginable, the different nationalities being well represented by members of the community. “Indian Huntresses,” a drill, was very beautifully done, the members all being in white and silver with bows and arrows, the same huntresses sang and Indian Lullaby around the campfire.

A three act play “Sniffling Hiram” provoked peals of laughter from the audience as did also a lesser dialogue “The Fliver family”. Instrumental music was given by Miss Beatrice Healey, the accompanist of the evening and Miss Shirley Rousome and James Barrigar. The whole programme was one of unusual merit and would be worth reproducing to a larger audience. Miss Florence McBratney, the teacher, and others in the program are to be congratulated on the success of the evening’s entertainment.

Edward Webster, a pupil of St.Alban’s School of Brockville, elder son of Mr. and Mrs. J.S.Webster, stood head of his form for the Michaelmas term just ended, making 88 percent average on all subjects. Edward is 13 years of age and in a class composed of 13 boys from Kingston, Brockville, Toronto, Montreal, Gananoque and one from New Dublin.

Miss Florence McBratney is spending the holidays with her parents in Brockville.

Mr. and Mrs. Elmer F. Griebe and two children and Niel Frood of Syracuse, N.Y. spent the holidays with relatives here.

Mrs. Elizabeth Orr of Brockville is visiting Mrs. Charles Burgess for a few days.

Mr. and Mrs. R.C. Willey and daughters spent Christmas with friends at Lyn.

On Tuesday evening about thirty friends gathered at the Municipal Hall for a social evening in honour of Mr and Mts. Elmer Grube, Niel Frood and Harold McDougal who have been absent from the community for ore than two years. Games and dancing were enjoyed till midnight when lunch was served and the company dispersed having spent a very enjoyable evening.

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Mott’s Mills – News from the Village 1925

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Mott’s Mills – April 1925

Miss Violet Greenwood, a student of the Athens High School, was quietly married Tuesday morning at the Anglican church parsonage in Smiths Falls to Mr. W.C. Ferguson, a well to do farmer residing near Motts Mills. They then took the train for Ottawa and other points. On their return they will reside on the old homestead.

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Lyn – News from the Village – 1912 to 1942

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 Lyn, Sep 4, 1912

Killed on Track – While walking from Brockville to his home above Lyn, between twelve and one o’clock on Thursday afternoon, Nathan Purvis, a well known farmer, met his death on te tracks of the B.W.& N.W. Railway, at a point near Lyn Junction. An engine was a special freight train from Lyn to Brockville with D. Carty on the look-out. When nearing the place described he observed on the track what seemed to be a bundle of paper. As te train had almost reached the object and too late to give the signal Carty discovered that it was a man, who was run over and terribly mutilated. The body was sufficiently intact to permit identification by the train crew.

Lyn– June 27, 1925

Lyn Women’s Institute Holds Opening Meeting- membership comprises 41 residents of the village

The first regular meeting of the Lyn branch of the Women’s Institute was held on Tuesday afternoon in the Institute rooms. The president Mrs Stuart Booth, presided. After the singing of the Institute ode the roll call was responded to by the payment of fees, at the close of which the sectary reported a paid up membership of 41. Mrs. George McNish gave a splendid paper on “The value of co-operation”. Miss Julia Stafford collected suggestions for the yearly programmes from all present. Mrs. Helen Paul gave an interesting talk on the “Origin, Growth and Objects of Women’s Institutes,” which was followed by the nominations for the standing committees for the year. Refreshments were then served from a daintily decorated tea table, presided over by Ms. John Square and Mrs. Mazie Shipman. The social half hour was much enjoyed by all. The next meeting of the Institute will take place on the third Monday in July at 7:30 p.m.

Miss Bessie Billings has gone to New York to visit Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Bryson.

Miss Catherine Neilson is spending the summer at Ivy Lea.

Mr. and Mrs. C.J. Imerson and Omar Emerson motored to Delta on Sunday to visit friends. Mrs. Imerson is staying there for a few days.

Mrs. D. Leeder and baby, of Cartage, N.Y., were guests of Mr. and Mrs. C.J. Imerson last week for the Davis-Howard wedding.

In spite of the threatening weather the social held by the Anglican Church on the rectory grounds last Friday evening was quite a success. While the crowd was not so large as usual everyone seemed t enjoy themselves. Rev. L.E. Davis, Brockville, acted as chairman and a very interesting programme was given.

Miss Jean McFadyen, Kingston, is visiting Rev. and Mrs. W.F. McCree.

Miss Mary Cumming, Toronto, is home for the holidays.

Lyn, Sep 24, 1925

Women’s Institute of Lyn Increases its Membership- Seventy-Seven now on roll of the organization

The regular September meeting of the Ly branch of the Women’s Institute was held on Monday afternoon in the Institute rooms with the president, Mrs. Stuart Booth in the hair. There was a very large attendance of the members who had as their guests the older ladies of the community. Ten new members joined, making a total of 77 on the roll. “The First Recollections” given in response to the roll call, created much amusement. The treasurer, Mrs. J. Bolin, gave a splendid report showing a good balance on hand. Miss. J. Hamilton reported on the probability of having a class in basketry during the coming month. It was decided also to hold a sale at Thanksgiving time. During the programme antiques of china, pewter, linen and trinketry, all well over a hundred years old and carrying besides much of local interest, were on display. Mrs. John Square gave again by request a paper on the “Early History of Lyn.” Two splendid papers, one in favour of “Consolidated Schools” was read by Mrs. Wilson Burnham and one on “Christian Stewardship” read by Mrs. Herb Robins were much appreciated. An interesting summary of current events for the month was given by Mrs. Walace Gardiner in the absence of Miss. J. Taylor. Of interest to all was the very realistic demonstration, given by Mrs. M. Shipman and Mrs. R. Steacy, of the processes through which flax is passed in the preparation of home made linen. A vote of choice of the delegate from this branch to the annual astern Ontario convention in Ottawa was taken and resulted in the appointment of Mrs. Helen Paul, with Mrs. Joseph Bolin as alternate. Tea was then poured at a daintily spread tea table by Mrs. John McCready and Mrs. Norman Lee. The splendid programme and happy social hour following reflect much credit on Miss Julis Stafford, who with group three ladies was responsible for the meeting. The next regular meeting will be held in the evening on the third Monday in October.

Miss Bessie B. Billings has gone to St. John, N.B. where she will teach in a select girls’ school.

Misses Gladys Latimer and Mary Brown have gone to Ottawa to attend the Normal School.

Dr. and Mrs. F.M. Judson have been spending a few days at C.M. Taylor’s cottage, Lily Bay.

Miss Margaret McNish has returned from visiting relatives in Toronto and Weston.

Dr. Lloyd Hannah, Moosejaw, Sask. Who has been ill, is here on an extended visit to his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Hannah.

Mr. and Mrs. Stuart Miller and family and father Norton Miller, of Prescott, spent the weekend with Mrs. John Stead.

Miss Taylor, who has been visiting relatives in England will spend a few days with Rev. and Mrs. W.T. McCree, on her way across Canada to her home in New Zealand.

Allan G. Cumming has returned to Boston, Mass., after having spent some weeks with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. G.C Cumming.

Mrs. James A. Davidson, who s visiting her cousin, Ms. R.F. Tennant, was taken seriously ill on Wednesday, but is reported better at this writing.

Mrs. James Sheridan, Brockville, spent the weekend with Mrs. Williamson.

Mr. and Mrs. Muirhead, Brockville, were week-end guests of Mr. and Mrs. John Square.

Miss Georgina Pergeau, Gananoque, has returned from visiting her sister Mrs. Moris Lee, in Detroit, and is spending a few days with her mother, Mrs. George Pergau. Little Miss Betty Lee accompanied her home.

Last Friday evening Rev. and Mrs. A.E. Smart entertained the members of the A.Y.P.A. at the rectory.

The annual harvest Thanksgiving festival services of the Anglican Church will be held on Sunday afternoon, September 27, at 3 o’clock.

Miss May Stafford and friends are spending this week with Mrs. William Stafford and family.

L.A. Glassford, Toledo, Ohio, is spending a holiday in the village with Mrs. Glassford and Miss Widdis.

The Misses Agnes and Estella Bulloch are closing their home here next week and will go to Montreal to spend the winter.

Lyn, Jan 25th, 1926

On Sunday evening last a delightful song service was held in the United church and was thoroughly enjoyed by the large congregation present. Six well known hymns were sung by the congregation, who seemed to enter into the spirit of them, “Onward Christian Soldiers”, “All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name”, “I Need The every hour”, “I hear thy Welcome Voice”, “I am Thine, O Lord”, “Oh for a Thousand Tongues to Sing”’ and the closing hymn, “O Vanada”.

The choir under the efficient leadership of Stuart Booth, excelled itself. The following anthems were given in a manner that would have done credit to any city choir; “Sing, O Daughter of Zion”, “Guide Me, O Thu Grat ehovah”, and “Seek Ye the Lord”.

Miss Fern Robinson rendered a solo entitled “Hear Me Cry”, and Casper Booth gave “The Holy City”. Mrs. M. Cornell, Miss Fern Robinson and J.Bushfield contributed solos in the anthems. The accompanists were Mrs. Stuart Booth, Mill Louise Booth and Miss Margaret Booth. At the close of the service many expressions of appreciation were heard. It is the intention of the organist and choir to hold similar song service once each month during the winter. The minister, Rev. F.G. Robinson, conducted the service.

Lyn– April 11th , 1927

Miss Margaret McNish is visiting Mr. and Mrs. F.W. Moffatt and Miss Mary McNish at Weston, Ont.

Sidney G. Easton is home from Lethbridge, Alberta to spend Easter with his father E.H. Easton and his sister, Miss. W.R. Easton.

Dr. and Mrs. E.J. Bracken and the Missess Elinor, Jean and Lois Bracken motored from Gananoque on Sunday to spend the day with relatives and friends.

Mrs. R.G. Stewart spent the weekend with Mr. and Mrs. Thompson Weeks at Poole’s Resort.

James W. Cumming is home from Detroit, Mich.

Mrs. G.W. Judson will leave this week to spend Easter with friends in Ottawa.

The Misses Vera Armstrong and Helen Purvis have purchased Essex coaches from R.G. Stewart, the local automobile dealer.

Mrs. G.C. Cumming has returned from visiting relatives and friends in Toronto and Windsor.

The condition of the Rev. E. Teskey does not improve the way his many friends would wish.

Master Murray Billings will leave this week to spend Easter in Toroto with his sister, Miss Bessie Billings.

Miss Ruth MacNish, R.N., is home from New Rochelle, NY to care for her sister, Mrs. William Robinson, who still remains quite ill.

On Wednesday afternoon last a number of members of the Women’s Institute met in the Institute rooms and tendered Mrs. G.W. Judson  and Dr. and Mrs. F.M. Judson a shower of preserved fruit, pickles, etc., as well as other useful articles as they were unfortunate to lose all of such things in the fire which destroyed their home recently. Mrs. Maurice Brown read a short address to which Mrs. G.W. Judson replied very fittingly. Refreshments were served by the committee in charge.

The regular meeting of the Women’s Institute will be held on Wednesday evening April 20, with Mrs. Maurice Brown as Convenor.

Lyn– July 23rd, 1948

County Farmers to Meet Tuesday at Lyn Farm

An evening meeting for farmers will be held on the farm of H.H. McNish, Lyn, Tuesday evening, July 27th at seven o’clock in the evening, under the supervision of the Experimental Farm Ottawa. J.R. Ostler, Leeds County agricultural representative, informed The Reporter yesterday.

He starter the newer and up to date work of the Experimental Farms and Illustration Stations would be outlined and it is expected speakers from Ottawa will be present for the occasion. Mr. McNich’s farm is the illustration station for this area.

The grain varieties are now nearly ripe and ready for observation as well as other crops and experiments going on. Leeds County Crop Improvement Association is co-operating with the Experimental Farm, Ottawa, in this programme.

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Lehigh’s Corners- News from the Hamlet

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Lehigh’s Corners – Mar 2nd, 1925

Mr. Wallace Hanton arrived home last week from Belleville where he has been for some time with his uncle, Mr. Ernie Rowsome.

Mr. and Mrs. R.T.Hays entertained a number of their friends on Monday might last to a shower given in honour of Miss Lela Eaton. She was the recipient of many costly and useful presents.

Mr. Vincent Carley returned on Tuesday after spending a few days with Soperton and Oak Leaf friends.

Attending sawing bees seems the order of the day in this section, the majority of farmers having nearly finished.

Miss Leita Burns arrived home on Tuesday after spending a few days in Chantry a guest of Mr. and Mrs. R. Trotter.

Mrs. Wilson Barrington and Mrs. R. Johnson were Brockville visitors last week.

Mr. Hurbert Eaton was unfortunate enough to have two of his fingers badly cut while sawing wood at Leslie Soper’s. Dr. Throop dressed the wounds and he is improving nicely.

Mr. Burton Carley has been busy these days hauling ice from Lake Eloida to Netterfield Moore of Frankville

Miss Dorothy Male of New Boue returned home on Sunday after spending a week with Mr. and Mrs. R.T. Hays.

Mr. and Mrs. Roy Blancher of Addison, spent Wednesday with Mr. and Mrs. George Cannon.

Lehigh’s Corners, Jan 28th, 1926

A number of young people gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs. James Burns last Tuesday evening when a very enjoyable time was spent in games, music and dancing, after which dainty refreshments were served by the hostess. The special feature of the evening was the following address of farewell to Miss Hazel Burns, who is leaving soon for Gouverneur, where she has been offered a very lucrative position. Miss Mary Conlon read the address, and Miss Irene Mott made the presentation after which Miss Burns expressed her sincere thanks to one and all.

Dear Hazel,- We, your friends, have met here to-night to spend once more a pleasant evening with you in your home before you leave us to take up your new field of work in Gouverneur. We regret to have to lose you, as you will be missed very much by your friends here. We all sincerely wish you success in your work and trust you will enjoy it very much. As a slight token of our friendship we wish you to accept this purse. Signed on behalf of your many friends. January 26th. 1926

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Jellyby – News from the Village – 1924-1928

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Jellyby –Nov 17th, 1924

Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Johnston, Greenbush spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. William Rowsome.

Mr. and Mrs. Charles Freeman attended the funeral on Sunday of their uncle, John Freeman, New Dublin.

Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Kennedy, Howard, Arthur and Kenneth Clark on Sunday visited the latter’s mother Mrs. Hiram Clarke, Ottawa, who is ill.

Miss M. Alguire spent the weekend at her home in Athens.

Mrs. James Henry Berry has returned home after having spent some time with her mother, Mrs. Condy, Smiths Falls, who is ill.

Miss Delia Freeman, Frankville, is spending a few days at the home of her nephew, Charles Freeman.

 Jellyby, Feb 23rd, 1925

A large number from here attended the auction sale held at Wellington Davis’ on Thursday.

Jonas Baldwin, Merrickville, spent a few days last week visiting his daughter, Mrs. Gordon Kennedy.

Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Johnston were Sunday visitors of friends here.

Miss Keitha Gray was the guest of her friend, Miss Viola Deval, on Sunday.

Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Watts, Plum Hollow, spent Sunday as the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Symington.

Master Alton Freeman spent the week-end with his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph E. Davis,

Mr. and Mrs. James Glazier, of Brockville, visited Mr. and Mrs. John Edwards on Sunday.

Mr. and Mrs. James C. Ferguson and daughter were recent visitors at R. Cavanaugh’s.

Visitors in the home of Gordon Kennedy on Thursday last were Mr. and Mrs. M. Baker and daughter Fern, Mr. and Mrs. H Knowles and Miss Elva and J.W. Baldwin all of Merrickville.

Jellyby – Jan 25th, 1926

Howard Clarke was an Athens visitor on Monday last.

Miss Della Davis, Bellamys, spent last week visiting Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Giffin

H.Rowsome, J. Jelly and R. Davis attended the swine marketing course last week at the Canadian Packing plant, Peterborough.

Mr. and Mrs. S. Foxton spent last Saturday at Mr. and Mrs. J.E. Davis’, Bellamys.

Mrs. John Symington, Greenbush, spent Sunday at Mr. and Mrs. Roy Symington’s.

Mr. and Mrs. Charles Freeman and Miss Delia Freeman spent Sunday as the guests of Mr. and Mrs. J.E. Davis, Bellamys.

Mr. and Mrs. Frank Sunderland spent Saturday with the former’s mother, Mrs. John Edwards.

Mrs. J.H. Davis is on the sick list. Her friends are hoping for a speedy recovery.

Mrs. A.J. Smith was a Brockville visitor on Saturday.

Miss Lyla Moore is suffering from a severe cold.

 Jellyby, Feb 21st ,1928

Mr. and Mrs. Harry Johnston, Mr. and Mrs. George Rowntree, Morton, and Mr. and Mrs.J.E.Johnston, New Dublin, and Miss Delia Freeman, Frankville, were guests on Friday of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Freeman.

Hiram Clark, Campbell’s Bay, is spending a couple of days with his sons here.

Miss T. Hinton was a recent guest of Mr. and Mrs. C. Freeman.

Miss Marion Clark, Greenbush, spent the week-end at the home of her brother, Arthur Clarke.

Mr. and Mrs. Carles Freeman and son Alton, spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. J.E. Bellamy’s.

Mrs. Harvy Knowles and little daughter, Elva, spent a couple of days last week with relatives in Merrickville.

Mr. and Mrs. Brock Moore spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. George Riley, Yule.

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Greenbush – News from the Village – 1902-1930

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Greenbush, Sep 10, 1902

The Ladies Aide of Greenbush Church are holding a harvest social on Friday evening next in aid of the church.

 

Greenbush– June 29, 1925

Robert Wallace and family spent Sunday with friends in Brockville.

Miss Ada Davis is having a public school picnic today before her departure for her home in Kinburn to spend the summer vacation.

The frequent rains are preventing the proper cultivation of the corn crop. The grain and hay crop are looking well.

Mr. and Mrs. Robert Forsythe were visitors at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Wilfrid Locke, Brinston’s Corers on Tuesday of last week, and on Monday at E.J. Suffel’s, Delta.

Mrs. George Burke of Brockville, visited her brother, Henry Paterson last week.

Dr. Arthur Tinkless of Watertown, N.Y., called on his brother and aged mother, Mrs. Margaret Loverin, on Saturday last.

Miss Muriel Earl, of Lyndhurst, is visiting her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. J. Hewitt.

 Greenbush, Dec 5, 1927

The United Church here is holding Missionary Anniversary services on Sunday and Monday Dec. 11th and 12th. Rev. R.B. Ammond, a Missionary in China for more than a score of years will speak at Addison at 11am and at Greenbush Church on Monday evening the subject being “The present Crisis in China”. Offerings for Missions will be taken at all the services.

Members of the Greenbush SS. Are busy preparing for the annual S.S. Concert to be held in the church on the evening of the 23rd.

Miss Mabel Smith of Ottawa, who has been spending some time here following an operation, returned on Saturday to resume her duties as teacher.

Mr. and Mrs. Lewis K. Blanchard and family who spent summer at Franktown returned to their home here to spent the Winter. Shortly after their return the oldest son, Harold was taken ill of Typhoid fever and is still critically ill.

Mr. and Mrs. B.W. Loverin visited at Maynard last week and while there Mr. Loverin accompanied Mr. Percy Fretwell and Mrd. Obt. Seeley and attended the Royal Winter Fair.

Mr. A. Root left last week on a trip to Los Angles, Cal. Where he intends to spend the winter with his son Wilson E. Root.

The Greenbush Mission Circle held its annual meeting at the home of Miss Reba Olds, on Saturday Dec. 3rd where the following officers were elected:

President- Nina Wallace; Vice President- Florence Connel; Rec. Sec.- Kathleen Little; Cor. Sec.- Bella Twa; Treasurer- Maxine Loverin; Organist- Reba Olds. After the meeting the hostess served light refreshments.

Mrs. E. Kendrick of New Dublin is a guest at the home of her brother Mr. Fred Olds.

Mr. Kenneth Hall has gone to Detroit.

Miss Viola Duval spent Sunday at her home here.

Greenbush, March 1st , 1928

Mr. George Evans is still very critically ill at his home here. His daughter, Mrs. Gertie Ducoln of Alexandria Bay, NY is in constant attendance at his bedside.

The Greenbush Mission Circle held a social evening on the 24 inst. At the home of Miss Florence Connell, having their parents, the members of the Tuxis square and their parents as guests. An interesting programme of games, contests and music was carried out, followed by refreshments. A vote of thanks was tendered Mr. and Mrs. Connel for the use of their comfortable home thus enabling the young people to have such an enjoyable time.

Miss Florence Dunlop of Ottawa was a recent visitor at the home of Mr. and Mrs. A.E. Gifford, while here she favoured the Ladies Aid by giving one of her lectures entitled “Our Sister Dominions” which was listened to with much pleasure and profit by all present. During the evening Miss Marjorie Wallace gave a pleasing recitation and Mrs. Lloyd Brown rendered a comic reading in good style. Mrs. Williams of Addison gave two pleasing solos and the male choir gave a splendid selection. Rev. Jas. Leach very ably filled the chair.

Miss Evelyn Kilborn is in Ottawa a nurse in training at the Civic Hospital.

Several from here took in the hockey match in Brockville last night.

Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Suzerini of New York are guests at the home of the latter’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Brayton.

The many friends of Mrs. Geo. Taplin regret to hear of her serious illness. Miss Merkley of Williamsburg is the nurse in attendance.

The box social held in the school house on Friday evening last under the auspices of the Ladies Aid was well attended and added over fifty dollars to the Treasury of that society. A good programme was given by local talent assisted by Mr. Jas. Watson of Eaton, Sask who is visiting here who rendered two solos in good style, At the close of the programme the boxes which were creations of art as well as receptacles of good things were auctioned by B.W. Lovern. Rev. Jas. Leach occupied the chair.

Greenbush –  July 11, 1928

Farmers have begun their haying and report a fair crop.

Mr. and Mrs. Dan Fenlong of Evans’ Mills, N.Y., were recent visitors at Dormon Fenlong’s.

Mrs. B.W. Loverin spent the weekend at Newington, the guest of her son Arnold and his family.

Margery Wallace and Gordon Little were successful in recent entrance examinations. Congratulations

Miss Bessie White underwent a serious operation in the Brockville General Hospital on Thursday last. Her sister Wilma is with her as special nurse.

Mr. and Mrs. E. Smith spent several days in Ottawa last week, the guests of her daughter, Muriel, when a farewell dinner was given by Mrs. Earl Scrivens in Honour of Sergeant-Major Harold Kerr and Mrs. Kerr on the occasion of their departure for Mayo in the Yukon Territory where Sgt.-Major Kerr will have charge of the Government Radio Station. Mrs. Kerr was formerly Miss Eileen Weaver R.N., of New York City. Mr. and Mrs. Kerr will visit relatives at Winnipeg and Vancouver en route for the North West.

Greenbush – Aug 21, 1928

Miss Mabel Smith of Ottawa, who is spending her holidays with relatives, has gone to New York City to visit her brother Dr. M.T. Smith.

Mr. and Mrs. W.T. Robinson of Rochester are here on a motor trip; they are accompanied by their friends Mr. and Mrs. J. Waldron and their son.

Mr. Joseph Peterson is visiting his daughter Mrs. A. Blanchard.

Mrs. Maurice Shaver of Ottawa was a recent visitor in the home of her sister, Mrs. E.N. Smith.

Mr. Herbert Olds with his daughter and grandson of Eric, Penn., are spending a couple of weeks with his father Mr. Morton Olds.

Mr. and Mrs. W.H. Tackaberry and Mr. and Mrs. John Deval and Miss Gretta motored to Dunrobin to visit friends recently.

Mrs. D. Fenlong arrived home last week from Merrickville where she had been visiting her daughter, Mrs. P. Morrow.

Mr. and Mrs. B.W. Lovern spent the weekend with friends at Elgin.

Mr. Bert Forsythe of Ottawa was a recent visitor in our village.

Mr. and Mrs. Edward wain of Moose Jaw, Sask., who are spending the summer with relatives at Morrisburg, called on friends here last week. Mrs. Swain was formerly Miss Lucy Loverin.

Greenbush – August 29th, 1928

Miss Evelyn Kilborn went to Ottawa on Tuesday to resume her training in the Civic Hospital which has been interrupted by illness.

Rev. Townsend, Westport, occupied the pulpit of the United Church here on Sunday last and gave an inspiring sermon on the subject. “The Evil Eye”.

Mr. Harry Sterling of Oshawa is spending his holidays with his Uncle and Aunt, Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Miller.

Miss Opal McVeigh, nurse in training at the Kingston General Hospital with a party of friends motored here on Sunday to visit her parents.

Mrs. And Mr. E. Smith and Miss Marguerite Kerr spent a few days in Ottawa last week and on their return were accompanied by Miss Muriel Kerr.

Miss Jessie Loverin spend last week with her friend, Mrs. Frank Frood at Dunrobin and also attended the Ottawa Fair.

Mrs. Hamilton Maird of North Collins, N.Y., with her children and grandchildren to the number of eleven persons are camping on Mr. Geo. Langdon’s lawn. While on their motor trip they intend to visit other places of interest.

The mission circle girls conducted a pleasant social evening on Mr. Jas. Gibson’s lawn on Saturday, Aug. 25th. Weiner’s, ice cream, cake and coffee were served to those wishing them and an impromptu programme was given. Among those taking part were Mrs. Ena Lawton and Mr. Claire Baird of North Collins, N.Y., and Mr. Robert Gregg, of Greenbush. Mrs. M. Moore and Mrs. E. Gifford were the accompanists for the evening. The Ladies Aid is holding a social evening at the same place on the evening of Sat., Sept. 1st.

Miss Mabel Smith returned to-day from New York where she has been visiting her brother, Dr. M.G. Smith and other relatives.

Greenbush – January 7th, 1929

Many of our citizens have suffered and are still suffering from the ravages of la grippe.

Miss Evelyn Kilborn started her duties as teacher at Toledo on Thursday last but her school has been ordered closed on account of sickness.

Mrs. Morris Loverin is in Kingston with her mother, Mrs. George Olds, who is very ill.

During the holidays Miss Mabel Smith visited her sister, Ms. Geo. Edwards in London.

Many family reunions were held on Christmas day. At Mr. Leonard Kendrick’s in addition to his own family were |Mr. and Mrs. E. Smith; Miss Marguerite Kerr; Mr. and Mrs. E.A. Gifford and family; Miss S.A. Smith; Mr. and Mrs. W.H White and son Archer; Mrs. S. Pritchard and Dr. Clare Pritchard of Athens; the Misses Muriel Kerr, Mabel Smith and Bessie White of Ottawa; Mr. Leslie Kerr of Baltimore, Maryland; Miss Wilma White, R.N., Mr. and Mrs. Charles Pritchard and Dr. M.T. and Mrs. Smith and son Edward of New York City.

The guests at B.W. Loverin’s at the family reunion were Arnold Loverin and family of Newington; Mr. and Mrs. Percy Fretwell and children and Mr. John Harrison of Prescott; Mr. and Mrs. Lyman Judson, Mrs. Bertha Judson and Mrs. Avis Daniels of Athens; Mr. and Mrs. John M. Percival and Miss Melba and Mr. Carl Percival of Addison.

On New Year’s Day there was a gathering of the Johnston family at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Kerr when all the members of the family from far and near were present except Mrs. David Johnston and her son Gerald, who were detained in Smiths Falls through illness.

Greenbush – Jan 28th, 1929

Mr. J. Hewitt had the misfortune to have his horse which he had driven to Brockville one day last week take sick, so he had to leave it there in the care of a veterinary who reports that it is improving.

Mrs. D. Fenlong, in company with her son Roy visited at the home of her daughter at Merrickville over the week-end.

The Mission Circle met on Saturday, the 21st inst. At the home of Mrs. B.W. Loverin where an interesting program was given by all the members, at the close of which all took part in a contest provided by Reba Olds. The hostess served refreshments.

The Annual congregational meeting of the Greenbush United Church was held in the church hall on the evening of Thursday Jan 24th with a good representation of different families present. The officers and teachers for Sunday School were elected, the Ladie’s [sic] Aid reorganized and a new finance board appointed. Plans were made to meet any deficiency in balancing the books for 1928. At the close refreshments were served.

Mr. Gordon Moore of Francis, Sask. Is visiting his brother Morton and other relatives and friends.

Mr. and Mrs. Ford Earl of Lyndhurst were visitors at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. Hewitt on Thursday of last week.

Greenbush, Aug 18, 1930

Miss Alice Hudson of Glen Elbe is visiting her cousin Pearl Hall

Many residents here was the big dirigible R-100 both on its western trip Sunday night and going east on Monday afternoon.

After a weeks holiday spent with relatives here and at Charleston Lake, Dr. Morley Smith left yesterday for his hoe in New York accompanied by Mrs.Smith.

Miss Muriel Kerr of Ottawa is visiting relatives here.

Miss Sadie Twa, R.N., who has been engaged as special nurse on a case in Brockville spent Sunday at home.

Miss Wilma White, R.N., of New York City, who has been touring Europe, arrived home on Tuesday last and is spending some time in the parental home. While in Bavaria, she visited Aberammergan, the scene of the famous Passion Play, staged by the people of that town, and has consented to give a talk on this and other incidents of her trip for the benefit of the Woman’s Missionary Society at their meeting in the church on the afternoon of Wednesday, the 20th inst.

Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Campbell and two children of Montreal, were guests of Mr. and Mrs. W.H. White on the 10th inst, and Mr. and Mrs. Doughty with their son and daughter of Toronto were there on the 17th inst.

Miss Irma Olds, R.N., of Erie, Penn., who is spending her vacation here, is spending a few days with relatives in Brockville.

The Greenbush congregation will hold their 97th anniversary of the building of the church on the second Sunday of October, when Rev. Mr.Semple, of Smith’s Falls, will preach at the morning service and also give an address in the church Monday evening. The evening service on Sunday will be in charge of the Rev. M.I. Robinson of Athens.

The funeral of the late George D. Langdon was held at the home of his son Louis, on Monday last and was largely attended. The pastor, Rev. R. Barbour officiated. Among those from a distance aere Mr and Mrs W. Clow and Andrew Clow of Alexandria Bay, NY; Mr and Mrs George Clow, and Mr and Mrs Blake Dickey and family of Yonge’s Mills; Mr and Mrs James Eligh, Mrs Annie Eligh, Mrs Elton Eligh and Mr and Mrs Ogle of Sherwood Springs; Mr and Mrs Charles Buell and son Harry and Euret Clow of Brockville; Mr and Mrs W. White and son Visitor of Caintown; Mr and Mrs Lorne Brown of Glen Buell; Mr and Mrs W. Clow, Tincap; Mrs H. Willows, Seeley’s; and Mrs Gordon McLean, Athens. Interment was made in Glen Elbe cemetery.

The service in the United Church on the 17th inst. Was in charge of the pastor Rev. R. Barbour, with Rev. Mr. Gray, a home missionary from western Canada and a native of Edinburgh, Scotland, as a special speaker. He reminded us of our very large responsibility to the home mission work as no country in the world has so large a home missionary territory. A pleasing duet was given by Mrs. E. Smith and Mrs. C. Hall.

Last week Mr and Mrs .H.Tackaberry accompanied by Mr and Mrs Geo. Taplin of Addison motored to Gore’s Landing to visit the Rev. James Leach and family.

Mr and Mrs Williard Fretwell of Prescott accompanied by Mr and Mrs Percy Fretwell of Maynard spent last Friday with friends here and at Charleston Lake.

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Glen Buell – News from the Village 1905-1930

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 Glen Buell, Nov 27, 1905

Albert Hayes is erecting a new barn for Mr. Richard White and will soon have it completed.

Miss Ella Davis was the guest of friends in Smith’s Falls for a few days.

Miss Elsie Betz has returned home from a visit with friends in Uncle Sam’s domain.

Mr and Mrs John Andersen is having an addition built to his house.

Mr. and Mrs. Johnie Stewart were calling on friends in the Glen one day last week.

A number from around here attended the party at Mr. John Grey’s. All reported a good time.

Mr. Nath Stewart had the misfortune to lose a valuable young horse last week.

 Glen Buell – Sept 26th, 1925

Under the auspices of the Anglican church at Addison, a surprise party was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Burton Baxter Thursday evening in the honour of Mr. and Mrs. William Baxter. A hand-some oak writing-desk was presented to the young couple after which refreshments were served. Dancing was indulged in, until a late hour.

On Friday evening a shower was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Watson Percival in honour of Mr, and Mrs. Alan Stewart. The young couple were recipients of many handsome and useful articles.

Miss Kathleen  Forth, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Forth, left on Saturday for Ottawa where she will attend the normal school.

Miss Naomi Baxter left Sunday for Ottawa to attend the Normal school.

Miss Nellie Newton left on Sunday for California after having spent the summer visiting her brothers, Arthur and Ernest Reynolds.

E.M. Westlake and son Byron left for Toronto on Wednesday where the latter is to enter the University as a student in the faculty of Arts.

Mr. and Mrs. .Horsefield, Frankville, were the guests of the latter’s parents Mr. and Mrs. Lorne Brown.

Master Roy Armstrong, who has been spending the summer with his aunt, Mrs. Joseph Anderson, returned to Niagara Falls on Saturday.

Mrs. Leach and daughter, Smiths Falls, were the guests of the former’s mother, Mrs. Brock Davis, last Sunday.

 Glen Buell April 6, 1926

Byron Westlake left this afternoon to resume his studies at Victoria University, Toronto, after having sent the holiday with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. E.M. Westlake.

The many friends of Mrs. Burton Baxter are sorry to know that she is very ill and all hope for a speedy recovery.

Miss N. Baxter, of the Normal School, Ottawa, is spending her Easter vacation with her parents.

Miss Kathleen Forth, of the Ottawa Normal School, is spending her holiday with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Forth.

Rev Dr. F.W.A. Meyer of Brockville ably filled the pulpit on Easter Sunday owing to the serious illness of the pastor, Rev.F.G. Robinson.

The many friends of Mrs. Lorne Brown are pleased to know that she is improving after her recent illness.

Miss Gertrude Forth is home from Toronto to spend her holidays with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. D.J. Forth.

 Glen Buell Farmer Loses House and Barn, Oct 23, 1930

About six o’clock this Thursday afternoon fire was discovered up stairs in the home of Mr. Burton Baxter, Glen Buell, caused from the chimney.

Help was summoned but by the time neighbours arrived the garage, barn and stable were all ablaze.

The cattle and horses were saved, but the contents of the house, the machinery and this season’s crop were all destroyed.

Mr. Baxter’s farm is 7 miles east of Athens, just south of the Athens-Brockville highway.

A year ago on another farm owned by Mr. Baxter, his barn and season’s crop were destroyed.

It was not learned whether or not any insurance was carried.

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Frankville – News from the Village 1925-1930

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 Frankville- Feb 26, 1925

Kitley Mourns the Loss of William Henry Montgomery. Was a  School Teacher after leaving Athens High School

The death occurred at Frankville, on Tuesday, February 24, of a highly respected and widely known citizen in the person of William Henry Montgomery. The deceased had been strickened with paralysis only a few days before and had failed to show any improvement during the time up to his death. On Tuesday morning about 3:30 the end came. The whole community and surrounding country were in mourning. The one who had passed way was the great helper and advisor of the community. He was a man slow to criticize, of weighty judgment and of a charitable nature and the district has lost one of its greatest intellects. The deceased was much interested in public and political life. Being a staunch Conservative, he took and active part in politics.

The latter part of Mr. Montgomery’s life was spent at Frankville, where he was born in 1856, the son of the late Joseph Montgomery. He attended the Farmersville (Athens) High School and after graduating from that institution taught school in several parts of the district. Then he accepted a position as Customs Officer at Brockville, and spent some years in the service of the government. He returned to the home of his boyhood to spend the remainder of his life in the service of the people with whom he began his days.

The funeral left the home at 1 p.m. on Thursday and the service was conducted by the Rev. T.F. Townshend of the Toledo Union Church and internment made in the cemetery there.

Some years ago the only daughter, Mrs. W.J. Plunkett, Perth, Ont., passed away. A sorrowing wife, one grandson, E. Cleon Plunkett, and family, Ottawa; four brothers, J.W. Montgomery, Frankville; Stewart Montgomery, Frankville; Rev. Edgar Montgomery, Tauton, Mass; Herman Montgomery, Almonte and one sister, Mrs. H. Pierce, Smiths Falls remain to morn the great loss.

The pallbearers were the cousins of the deceased, Manford Montgomery. James Robb, George Robb, Edgar Robb, I.E. Lockwood and Morty E. Montgomery.

Among the floral offerings were sprays from Mr. and Mrs. H.A. Stewart, Brockville; Dr. W.H. Bourns and Mrs. Edgers, Frankville; and Dr. H.A. Clark, MPP, Brockville.

Much sympathy is extended to the bereaved wife and sorrowing friends.

 

Frankville, Feb 25, 1925

A miscellaneous shower was held last Monday evening at Mr. and Mrs. Richard Hayes’ for Miss Leala Eaton, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Clark Eaton. A large number of people were present and a wonderful collection of gifts testified to the esteem in which the bride is held by her many friends.

Mrs. T.F. Townsend entertained the Ladies’ Aid on Thursday last. A very enjoyable time was spent by all.

Miss Leala Eaton and Roy Carr were married at the Methodist parsonage on Tuesday by the Rev. T.F. Townsend. They were both of Frankville and will reside in Kemptville where Mr. Carr has a good position.

Rev. T.F. Townsend entertained a number of young married people on Tuesday night at the parsonage. Although the roads were in bad condition, a good crowd was there and an enjoyable time was spent.

 

Frankville, April 9, 1925

A golden wedding – Mr. and Mrs. Eber Yates

The pleasant and commodious home of Mr. and Mrs. Eber Yates was the scene of a happy gathering on Monday, April 6, when friends and relatives assembled to celebrate the 50th anniversary of their wedding.

The rooms were tastefully decorated with streamers and festoons in color of old gold; cut flowers added their incomparable charm to the setting and emblems (variously located) of “United Hearts”, all these in combination very clearly indicated the meaning of the event.

On being ushered into the spacious dining room the guests found awaiting them a magnificent spread, replete with all that could be desired of “Things good to eat and drink.”

Grouped on the lawn in front of the residence, a number of photo negatives were secured, first of the entire assembly, and again of smaller groups.

It had been understood that there were to be no presents, but this was disregarded and Mr. and Mrs. Yates were the recipients of a number of fine souvenirs in gold, properly marked and engraved for the occasion.

Time passed rapidly in pleasant converse and reminiscent exchange, following which a reading appropriate to the occasion was given by the elder daughter, Mrs. Wm. G. Towriss, of Athens, and a number of the old time melodies and favourites were rendered with Mrs. Claude Marshall, of Toledo, the younger daughter, as the accompanist, and the event was brought to a close by singing that old favourite “The Way of the Cross Leads Home”.

The departing guests wished bon voyage to Mr. and Mrs. Yates for the remaining portion of the journey of life.

 Frankville – July 1, 1925

Mr. and Mrs. Steward Montgomery are taking a trip to Winnipeg to visit their daughter, Mrs. Martin for a few months.

Quite a number of Frankville people attended the funeral of George Booth at Addison on Tuesday last.

A number of people went to Brockville to attend the funeral of Delbert A. Cummings who was so well known in this vicinity.

Mrs. P. Jones has returned home from Smiths Falls where she was visiting friends and relatives for a few days.

Dr W. Bourns is very ill again. His brother James has arrived from ‘Appelle to visit him.

Mrs. Albert Hanton and Mrs. John Lockes are in New York visiting Mr. and Ms. James Lockes and other relatives.

The Methodist social held on June 29th was a complete success, every person present seemed to enjoy it.

D.D. Leverette, wife and daughter, were Sunday visitors of his mother Mrs. G.M. Leverette.

Mr. and Mrs. L. Neddo and I.B. Leverette, Brockville were visitors of W. Perival on Sunday last.

Mathew Hanton is able to be out again after his recent illness.

 Frankville, April 10, 1926

Rev Mr. Douglas conducted Lenten services in St. Thomas’ church last week.

Arnold Smith returned this week to his cheese factory in Navan, Que.

On Easter Sunday Mr. and Mrs. W. G. Richards entertained their daughters and husbands, viz., Mr and Mrs. M. Barber, Plum Hollow; Mr. and Mrs. Harry Dunham, Toledo, also Mr. Dunham’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ham. Dunham.

G.W. Steen spent Easter with his sister, Mr. and Mrs. J Mitchell.

Miss Freeman has returned to her home after spending the winter with friends.

Mrs. Morrison returned to Brockville after spend a week with her brother, Mr. H. Hanton, who is very ill.

Miss Bouck, teacher, is spending holidays at her home at Osgoode Station.

Last Wednesday Mrs. W. Brown entertained the village teen age girls to their annual treat of warm sugar.

M.W.S. met Tuesday p.m. at the home of Mrs. W. Bryan. Mrs. (Rev.) Townsend, president, was not able to be present. Mrs. W.G. Richards was elected president of the Hildred Mission Band, Mrs. N. Moore having resigned owing to pressing duties.

Mr. Goff of Syracuse came over to accompany his aunt, Mrs. Kate Edgers, to his home for a time.

Mr. and Mrs. Edwards and family of Tincap, have moved into oart of the house with Mr. H. Sands.

A specially arranged programme by the choir and a decidedly pleasing sonata entitled “Pilgrims’ Vision”, followed by an unusually impressive sermon by Rev. Mr. Townsend, concluded the Eater services last Sunday evening in the United church.

Mr. Luke Morris is sick with the flu.

 Frankville– March 14th, 1927

 Frankville Family Remembered on Removal to Athens

A very pleasant time was spent last Saturday evening when about forty members of St. Thomas Church, Frankville, gathered at the home of Mrs. L.G. Eaton to tender a farewell to Mr. and Mrs. William Hewitt and to express their good will and regret at their removal to Athens.

The evening was very pleasantly spent by those present in games and music and the following address read by Mr. Richard \Hayes.

To Mr. and Mrs. William Hewitt.

Dear Friends:

We, the members of the Anglican Church, Frankville, wish to express our feelings and sincere regret at your departure from this community by accepting these small tokens of remembrance and coupled with this our fervent hope that you may be spared many years to enjoy health, prosperity and continued friendship in your new home ever remembering your friends of this place.

Signed on behalf of the Wardens and members of the church. R.T. Hayes and V.E. Carley

At the proper time Vincent Carley presented Ms. Hewitt with and umbrellas and Mr. Hewitt with a cane.

Mr. Hewitt on behalf of Mrs. Hewitt and himself expressed their regret at leaving Frankville and sincerely thanked them for their expressions of good will and tokens assuring them they would often remind them of their good friends in this community. This response was followed by “For they are Jolly Good Fellows”.

The ladies then proceeded to the kitchen and a dainty lunch was served which all enjoyed immensely.

 Frankville, March 11th, 1927

It is with deep sympathy that we have to report the death of another of resident of this place in the person of Mrs. Percival, widow of George Percival, by whom she was predeceased 29 years ago. She who passed away on Tuesday, March 8th at the advanced age of 84 years and ten months.

Deceased, before her marriage, was Miss Mary Louisa Leverette, daughter of the late William Leverette and Elizabeth Woods, among the early residents of this section. The late Mrs. Percival was the possessor of many kindly and loveable attributes and had many friends who will mourn her demise. She was also widely known and highly esteemed through out the entire community.

Those who are left to mourn her loss are one daughter and one son, Mrs. Louis Neddo, of Brockville, and William L. Percival of this place. Also surviving are two brothers, Charles W. Leverette of Frankville and J.B. Leverette of Brockville. Deceased was a member of the Frankville United church of Canada.

The funeral service was held at her late residence on Thursday at 2 o’clock by her pastor, Rev. Mr. Grdiner, who spoke from the 61st chapter of Isaiah, 2nd verse, after which the remains were laid to rest in the family plot at Lehigh cemetery. The pallbearers were George, Glen, Harold and Dalton Leverette all nephews of the deceased.

 Frankville, Oct 23, 1930

W.D. Livingston, Frankville carried bullet for 51 years.

To have a bullet extracted from his body where it remained for a period of 51 years, was the very unusual experience which befell W.D. Livingston of Frankville, on Monday of last week.

When a young man, Mr. Livingston accidentally shot himself in the left ankle with a .22 calibre revolver, while near Council Bluffs, Iowa. The bullet was not recovered and the wound healed with such success that no pain was caused and no discomfort resulted until a couple of weeks ago when the sole of his foot became sore.

Deciding to have the soreness investigated, Mr. Livingston consulted Dr. W. Earl Throop, Frankville. A small lump was discovered on the sole of the foot and when the lump was opened the bullet was found. A couple of stitches were required to close the wound and the patient suffered no ill effects.

The bullet was in a remarkable state of preservation. It was scraped along one side, possibly from contact with the ankle bone.

Mr. Livingston is 73 years of age, has been a farmer all his life and is enjoying good health.