Hamilton Spectator

                                                      Marriages, January-June, 1896

 

Friday, January 24, 1896

 

MURPHY-HALL - On Wednesday, Jan 22 1896, at the residence of the bride’s parents, 279 MacNab st. north, by the Rev. Dr. Philp, Miss Dorothy Hall, daughter of Mr. John Hall, to R. Murphy, both of Hamilton.

Robert Murphy, the genial and ever obliging clerk of the Canadian Express company’s offices in Hamilton, has decided to trot along in double harness in future, and on Wednesday last he was married by Rev. Dr. Philp to Miss Dorothy Hall, third daughter of John Hall, locomotive foreman of the Grand Trunk. The wedding took place at the residence of the bride’s parents, 279 MacNab st. north, and was witnessed by only the immediate relatives and friends of the happy pair. Numerous and costly presents showed in what good esteem both young people are held by their friends.

 

Monday, January 27, 1896

 

WHITEHOUSE-AMOR - In Buffalo on Aug 7, 1895, by the Rev. J.S. Littel, of St. Paul’s Church, Miss Minnie Amor, of Hamilton, to John C. Whitehouse, of Hamilton, formerly of London, England.

The marriage of Miss Minnie Amor of this city, to J.C. Whitehouse of this city, is announced. It occurred in Buffalo on Aug. 7, 1895.

 

Friday, January 31, 1896

 

LENNIE-PATTERSON - On Tuesday evening, 28th, at the residence of the bride’s parents, 91 Vine st, by the Rev. M . Fraser D.D., Mary E.W. Patterson, second daughter of Donald Patterson, to James Lennie, both of this city.

 

Thursday, February 6, 1896

 

BELL-GARDNER - On Feb 5th, by Rev. W.E. Prescott, B.A., assisted by Rev. A.L. Gee., M.A., Minnie, daughter of Mr. John Gardner, to Dr. J.W. Bell.

Last evening at 8:30, Miss Minnie Gardner, youngest daughter of John Gardner, King William street, was wedded to Dr. J.W. Bell, Dentist, of James street north. The ceremony took place at the residence of the bride’s brother, 19 Grant avenue, and was witnessed by a small party of invited guests. Rev. W.E. Prescott was the officiating clergyman. Miss Gardner was assisted by Misses Ada Grffith and Annie Stoneham, as bridesmaids, and Gertie Gardner, and Mamie Harris as maids of Honor. The best men were Dr. Kinsman, and Thos. Gardner. A wedding supper was served after the ceremony and the festivities were continued till an early hour. The gifts to the bride were of a most handsome character, and as numerous as they were beautiful.

 

BERSEE-NEW - On Wednesday Feb 6, 1896, at the residence of the bride’s uncle, Mr. Henry New, 124 Hunter st. west, by the Rev. T.J. Bennett, Miss Sarah A. New, to A. Ernest Bersee, all of Hamilton.


HARRIGAN-SKELLY - On Wednesday, Feb. 5, by the Rev. Chancellor Craven, assisted by Rev. Father O’Reilly, Mary A. Skelly to Francis Harrigan. No cards.

At St. Patrick’s Church last evening, Miss Mary A. Skelly was married to Francis Harrigan by Rev. Chancellor Graven, assisted by Rev. Father O’Reilly. The bride was given away by her brother, J. Skelly. Miss Hynes of Toronto was the bridesmaid, and H.P. McGarrity assisted the groom.

 

Friday, February 7, 1896

 

BIGGAR-MARSHALL - On Wednesday, Feb. 5th, at the residence of the bride’s father, by Rev. James Awde, pastor of Methodist church, Grimsby, Margaret, second daughter of W. B. Marshall, Saltfleet, to N. P. Biggar, of north Grimsby.

 

FARR-LARMER - On Wednesday morning in St. Lawrence church, Rev. Father Brady married John Farr, of Toledo, Ohio, formerly of Hamilton, and Miss Mary Larmer, daughter of James Larmer, of John street north. Miss Carrie Hinchcliffe was bridesmaid and James O’Neil supported the groom.

 

Saturday, February 8, 1896

 

RUTHERFORD-BOYLE - On the 5th inst., by the Rev. J. C. Speers of Broadway Tabernacle (Meth), Mr. F. J. Rutherford of Hamilton, to Miss Martha Boyle of Toronto.

 

Tuesday, February 11, 1896

 

SIMERS-PEIRCE (St. George) - Miss Alice Simers of this place was married to Mr. Peirce of Paris, at the home of the bride’s parents last Wednesday afternoon.

 

Thursday, February 13. 1986

 

NELLES-ALLEN - On the 12th of February at St. Andrews Church, by the Rev. C.H. Lee, M.A. William Boies, only son of James W.G. Nelles, Esq., of Grimsby, to Henrietta Lucy (Ruby), second daughter of Major D.F. Allen, of the Pines, Winona, late of H. Majesty’s 17th, the Leistershire Regiment.

 

Saturday, February 15, 1896

 

GILBERT-TREW - On Thursday, at Trinity Memorial church, Cornwall, Miss S.A. Gilbert, formerly of Dundas, was married to Walter T. Trew, of Cornwall. The ceremony took place at 10:30 in the morning, and was performed by Rural Dean Houston. Mrs. Houston presided at the organ, and played the wedding march, while the choir sang psalms and hymns. The bride looked pretty indeed in her travelling dress of golden brown ladies cloth, with velvet of a deeper shade, and wore a pretty toque to match. Her bridesmaid was Miss F.M. Pearfield, of this city, who was also suitably gowned in sage green Amazon cloth, with fur trimming and hat to match, while the little maid of honour, Miss Bertha Sugden, niece of the bride, was daintily dressed in cream. All carried white bridal roses. The bride and bridesmaid each wore a handsome silver bracelet, the gift of the groom.


The groom was attended by George Pettit, barrister, son of Canon Pettit, rector of Trinity Church. The happy couple left on the afternoon train for Montreal, where they will spend their honeymoon. They were the recipients of many handsome presents. A pretty feature of the wedding was the ringing of the peal of bells, so seldom heard in this country.

 

Wednesday, February 19, 1896

 

HILS-IONSON - At the residence of the bride’s father on Tuesday, February 18th, by the Rev. D.A. MacLennan, B.A., Jarvis, James F. Hils, Esq., West Flamboro, to Sarah Jane, eldest daughter of James Ionson, Esq., Walpole, Ont.

 

CAMPBELL-AGNEW (Mountsberg) - At the residence of David Campbell last Wednesday, his sister, Miss Lizzie, and George Agnew of Nassagaweya, were married. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Mr. Blair. The bride was assisted by Miss Maggie Dillon, of Guelph, while the wants of the groom were looked after by Hugh Lynn. After the usual congratulations the party repaired to the dining room and sat down to a sumptuous repast. The bride received many valuable presents.

 

REAUME-BASTIEN - Antoine Reaume, of Anderdon and Matilda Bastien of Amsherstburg, have joined hearts and hands. The groom is 68 and the bride is 76 years old.

 

Thursday, February 27, 1896

 

JARRETT-HEMINGWAY - On Feb. 26, by the Rev. J.V. Smith, pastor of Centenary church, Mary, the only daughter of Edward Hemingway, to Albert Jarrett, both of this city.

 

Friday, February 28, 1896

 

FARMER-CORYELL - At 11 Ashley street, on Thursday, Feb 27, 1896, by the Rev. J. VanWyck, Miss Maud M. Farmer, of Hamilton, to Harry L. Coryell, of Philadelphia, P.A.

 

HUTTON-BROSFORD (Fonthill) - Rev. C.W. Cook, of Gobles, paid Fonthill a flying visit on Thursday, the occasion being the marriage of Geo. Hutton, to Miss Mattie Brosford.

 

Saturday, February 29, 1896

 

ST. JOHN-STEWART - On the 24th of Feb, 1896, by the Rev. J. VanWyck, pastor of the Gore st. church, Ida, daughter of Russell St. John, of Stony Creek, to Hamilton I. Stewart of Barton.

 

JOHNSON-FOREST (Selkirk) - On Wednesday last, Mr. & Mrs. Synder, Mr. & Mrs. Smelser, Mr. & Mrs. D. Johnson, and the Misses Fry, S. Hickes, H. Baird, L. Phillips, attended the wedding of Miss Annie Johnson to Mr. Forest, of Hagersville.


Monday, March, 2, 1896

 

STONEHAM-THOMPSON - In Windsor on Feb 28th, 1896, by the Rev. Dr. Tallman, Mabel Millie, second daughter of Mr. Joseph Stoneham, of this city, to Mr. J.H.C. Thompson, of Thompson Bros., manufacturers Detroit.

 

Thursday, March 5, 1896

 

ARNOLD-SLOUGH (Fonthill) - The marriage of Harry Arnold, to Lizzie, widow of the late John Slough, took place on Wednesday Feb. 25.

 

Thursday, March 12, 1896

 

THOMPSON-SMITH - At the Dominion hotel yesterday afternoon, James Thompson, of Ancaster was married to Miss Kate Smith. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Dr. Lyle. William Thompson was best man, and Miss Jennie Fralick bridesmaid.

 

Friday, March 13, 1896

 

GIBBS-MONGER - On March 11, at the residence of the bride’s brother-in-law, 206 King st. west, by the Rev. T.J. Bennett, Maggie L., fifth daughter of the late David Monger, to Edward Gibbs, both of this city.

 

HANSON-EVANS (Hagersville) - Miss Nellie Hanson was united in marriage to R. Evans, of Binbrook, on Wednesday. The nuptial knot was tied at the home of the bride’s brother, James Hanson, Seneca. Rev. H.G. Livingston performed the pleasant task.

 

Tuesday, March 17, 1896

 

WEST-AUCKLAND - On the 14th inst, by the Rev. J.I. Smith, at the residence of the bride’s parents, W. George West, of Hamilton, to Miss Margaret daughter of W.L. Auckland of the township of Nelson.

 

Thursday, March 19, 1896

 

SNYDER-SOUTHEY (Smithville) - The wedding took place last week - Galvin Snyder, of St. Ann’s, to Miss Rose Southey, of this place.

 

Tuesday, March 24, 1896

 

HARRIS-SNOWBALL - By Rev. J. Van Wyck B.A., on March 23, at the residence of the bride’s father, J.C. Harris, Esq., Hannah st. east, Miss Bertha B. Harris, to William B. Snowball, son of Hon. Senator Snowball of Chatham, N.B.


Wednesday, March 25, 1896

 

OLIVER-SINCLAIR - On Wednesday, March 25th, 1896, at Centenary church, by Rev. J.V. Smith, D.D., Thomas Oliver, to Mrs. Nellie Sinclair, both of this city.

 

Thursday, March 26, 1896

 

BLACK- ROBINSON - Mr. & Mrs. McFadden and Mr. & Mrs. Robinson, of this city, were present at the wedding of Robert Black to Miss Charlotte Robinson in Toronto yesterday.

 

Monday, March 30, 1896

 

SMITH-HESLOP (Hannon) - On Wednesday, Elgin, the eldest son of Cyrus Smith, Glanford, was united to Laveria, eldest daughter of Thomas Heslop. The ceremony was performed at the home of the bride, Rev. J. Kelly officiating. The groom was assisted by William Daniels, of Ancaster, and the bride by Miss Annie Smith, and Miss Maudie Heslop. Friends to the number of about sixty were present to watch the happy event. After a sumptuous repast, the newly-wedded couple left amid the well wishes of the crowd for a trip to New York.

 

REED-JACOBS (Hannon) - Thomas Reed, who is employed on the H.and N.W. section here, was married on St. Patrick’s day to Miss Ada Jacobs, of South Grimsby.

 

Wednesday, April 1, 1896

 

BANNATYNE-TEIF (Mountsberg) - At the residence of Alex Bannatyne, the youngest daughter Lizzie, was married to Charles Teif. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. Wm. Robertson. The bride was assisted by Miss Mary Scott, while the wants of the groom were looked after by D. Hanning. Only relatives and a few intimate friends of the family witnessed the ceremony. The bride received many valuable and useful presents.

 

Thursday, April 2, 1896

 

MARTIN-BODDEN - In this city, on April 2nd, at the German Lutheran church, by the Rev. Mr. Hoffman, William Martin to Miss Emma Bodden.

 

Saturday, April 4, 1896

 

LAMBIER-NICHOLSON - A very happy event took place at the residence of Charles Lambier, of East Flamboro, on the evening of April 2, it being the marriage of his eldest daughter, Mary, to Alfred Nicholson, of Stoney Creek, Rev. J.E. Hockey, of Millgrove, officiating. The bride was handsomely attired in fawn poplin silk, with lace and pearl trimmings, and was efficiently assisted by her sister, Miss Clara, whose dress was a cream poplin silk, with lace trimmings. The groom was supported by Samuel Nash of Stoney Creek. After partaking of a most sumptuous repast the guests indulged in toasts and speech-making.

Many handsome and valuable gifts were received by the bride, among others a cheque for $1000 from her father.


Monday, April 6, 1896

 

NAISBITT-FOREMAN - On the 30th of March, at Holy Trinity church, Burford, by the Rev. John Holmes, George Naisbitt to Ellen Mary, widow of the late George Foreman, of Erridge Farm, Granton, Ont

 

Tuesday, April 7, 1986

 

MARTIN-BODDEN - In this city, on April 2nd, at the German Lutheran church, by the Rev. Mr. Hoffman, William Martin to Miss Lena Bodden.

 

Thursday, April 9, 1986

 

PETTIT-SMITH - On Wednesday April 8th, 1896, at the residence of the officiating minister 182 Victoria Ave, Hamilton, by the Rev. J.F. Barker, Wm. J. Pettit, of Townson Centre, to Rebecca Smith of Renton, Norfolk County.

 

MCCOY-NOTTLE - At the residence of the bride’s mother, 95 Wentworth st. south, on the 8th inst, by the Rev. J.L. Campbell B.A. of Cheltenham, brother-in-law of the groom, Annie J. Nottle, youngest daughter of the late J.T. Nottle, to Edward McCoy, of this city. No cards.

Last night at the residence of Mrs. J. Nottle, 95 Wentworth st. south, her youngest daughter, Miss Annie J. Nottle, was married to Edward McCoy, traveller for Lucas, Steele, & Bristol. The bride looked beautiful, being attired in white silk and pearls. She was attended by her sister Laurel, and the groom was assisted by his brother, David McCoy. The presents were numerous and handsome. The supper was prepared by B. Edwards, caterer. Sweet music was dispensed by Anderson’s Orchestra. The happy couple left for the west on the 11:48 train, followed by the best wishes of their many friends. Mrs. McCoy will be at home after April 20th.

 

ARTHUR-GALLOWAY - There was a fashionable in the Presbyterian church at Strabane last evening, when Miss Maggie Arthur, daughter of Samuel Arthur, was wedded to Ernest Galloway of Freelton. The ceremony was performed by Rev. J.D. Cameron in the presence of a large number of the friends of the young people. The presents to the bride included a handsome Bible from the managers of the church, the bride having being a prominent member of the Christian Endeavor.

 

EATON-TANSLEY - A very happy event took place at the residence of Albert and Mrs. Eaton of Carlisle, last evening, it being the marriage of their eldest daughter Emma, to Joseph E. Tansley, of East Flamboro. The ceremony was performed by Rev. J. Mooney in the presence of a large company of relatives and friends of the contracting parties. The bride was handsomely attired in cream crepon, and was assisted by her sister Annie. The groom was supported by Robert Gartle. After an excellent supper, toasts were proposed and speeches made by several. The presents to the bride were numerous, and of superior quality. She was the recipient of a very handsome gold watch, a gift of W.O.Sealey and wife, of East Flamboro.


Thursday, April 16, 1896

 

McDONALD-McKENZIE - P.C. McDonald took to himself a wife last evening in the person of Miss Margaret Georgina McKenzie, an estimable young woman of Embro. Rev. Dr. Fraser, of Knox church, tied the knot at the parsonage, in the presence only of the necessary witnesses.

 

LONG-MCILROY - Among the Hamilton guests of the marriage of Miss M.A.F. Long, daughter of Thos. Long, to H.E. McIlroy of St. Catharines, were Mrs. T.G. Furnival and family, F.J. and Mrs. Harris, Misses Harris and W.J. Harris, Mrs. and Miss Hogan, Wm. and Mrs. Miles.

 

HUGHES-O’CONNOR - Miss May Eveline Hughes, daughter of Patrick Hughes, married to Jas. O’Connor, of Ottawa, in Toronto yesterday.

 

SANGER-PEW - Last evening the residence of E. Sanger, Hess street north, was a scene of a very pleasant gathering, the occasion being the wedding of Miss Nellie Sanger, and Austin Pew of this city. Rev. J. Van Wyck performed the ceremony. The bride was attired in cream poplin with pearls and chiffon trimmings and was supported by her sister Lizzie. The groom was assisted by his brother Rolland. The presents to the bride were numerous, handsome, and useful. After a pleasant evening enjoyment the newly-married couple were driven to their new home on Vine street.

 

Saturday, April 18, 1896

 

DEAGLE-VANSICKEL - At the residence of the bride’s parents, Onondaga, April 14th, by the Rev. George Chittenden, of Brantford, Elmore Deagle to Aggie E. Vansickel, both of Onondaga.

 

Monday, April 20, 1896

 

BURNS-BRADLEY - At the residence of the parents of the bride, 82 Emerald st. north, on the 15th inst. by the Rev. John Young, Clara E. Bradley of this city, to Charles E. Burns, of Collingwood.

 

LAIRD-BAYNE - At Guthrie Manse, Harriston, by the Rev. G. Munroe, M.A., on the 17th inst. James Laird to Johanna. Daughter of the late John Bayne, of West Zorro, both of the city of Hamilton.

 

Tuesday, April 21, 1896

 

RUTLEY-MCKENZIE - Miss Della Rutley, formerly of this city, was married at Depew, N.Y. yesterday, to Lockie McKenzie, of this city.

 

Wednesday, April 22, 1896

 

SWEET-BLUMENSTEIL - Mr. David Sweet, of Pittsburgh P.A., to Miss Bella, daughter of Mr& Mrs. Blumensteil, of this city, the 22nd inst, at the parents’ residence, 55 John st. south, Rabbi B. Wohlberg officiating.


RUTLEY-MCKENZIE - The marriage of Miss Della Rutley formerly of this city, to Lachlan McKenzie, of 388 Victoria avenue north, was a society event of Depew of N.Y., on Monday last. Miss Rutley is a former Hamilton girl, having been a valued member of Simcoe st. church choir. Her father moved to Depew some time ago to accept a position in the N.Y.C. Oarshops. Mr. McKenzie went to Depew to claim his bride, and the wedding occurred at the home of her parents. The groomsman was William Johnston, of Hamilton, and Miss Marion Rutley, sister of the bride, was bridesmaid. Miss L. Leckie, 105 Smith avenue and Miss Minnie Clench, of Buffalo, and formerly of Hamilton, were among the invited guests at the wedding. The bride was dressed in a grey tweed travelling costume with pearl trimmings. She carried white carnations. The bridesmaids costume was brown, with cream lace trimmings and pink and white carnations. The wedding gifts to the bride were many and valuable. The young couple left on the afternoon train for Hamilton and their new home on Victoria avenue north.

 

Thursday, April 23, 1896

 

WILKINSON-THOMPSON - Farmer Wilkinson, of the asylum - not of the grain market - took unto himself his fourth wife yesterday afternoon. The lady in the case was the Widow Thompson, of Ancaster, and the wedding occurred at her house.

 

Saturday, April 25, 1896

 

GREENAWAY-SHARP - On April 22, at the residence of the bride’s parents, by the Rev. R.N. Buras, Richard Brandon Greenaway, son of Mr. Joseph Greenaway, of Hamilton, to Miss Martha J, eldest daughter of Mr. John Sharp, of 301 Dovercourt Road, Toronto.

 

Thursday, April 30, 1896

 

WEBBER-SIMPSON - On April 29, at the residence of the bride’s grandparents, Mr. & Mrs. A.W. Wright, 107 Robert st, by the Rev. J.L.Gilmour, Mary E. Simpson, eldest daughter of James Simpson, to Albert Webber, both of Hamilton.

 

FENTON-BARLOW - At the residence of the bride’s parents, 158 Catherine st. south, on the 29th inst., by the Rev. S. Fenton, of Brantford, Edward Fenton, to Lizzie M. Barlow.

 

MICHIE-LEE - William Hendrie jr. of this city was best man at the wedding of Capt. J. Forbes Michie to Miss Edna E. Lee in Toronto yesterday. Miss Glassco, of this city was a guest.

 

Friday, May 1, 1896

 

HOWARD-MAW - On April 29th, 1896, at All Saints’ church, by the Rev. Geo. Forneret, Mr. George Herbert Howard to Miss Mary Eleanor Maw.

 

GOODALE-CRANSTON - On April 30th, at the residence of the bride’s parents, 213 Main street east, by the Rev. A. MacWilliams, Charles Goodale to Ellen Cranston, both of this city.


Saturday, May 2, 1896

 

WISMAR-FROST (Dundas) - A. Wismer of Dundas, was married on Wednesday to Nellie, daughter of John Frost of Grimsby

 

Tuesday, May 5, 1896

 

RUSSELL-COOK - At 2 o’clock this afternoon, at St. Thomas’ church, A.G. Russell, the well-known oboe player of the Harris orchestra, and King street jeweller, was married to Mrs. Sarah Cook of 405 King street east. Rev. Canon Curran was the officiating clergyman, and there was a large attendance of invited guests, friends of both bride and groom. David Anderson, one of Mr. Russell’s fellows of the Harris orchestra, was best man and Misses Flossie and Gracie Cook, daughters of the bride, and Miss Russell, daughter of the groom, were bridesmaids. After the ceremony a wedding supper was served at the residence of the bride, and the happy couple departed on the evening train for a short honeymoon trip. The wedding gifts were many and handsome.

 

Wednesday, May 6, 1896

 

RUSSELL-COOK - In St. Thomas’ church, on 5th May, by the Rev. Canon Curran, Mrs. S. T. Cook to A. G. Russell, all of this city.

 

Thursday, May 7, 1896

 

MILLER-MARACLE (Ohsweken) - Jacob Miller, merchant of Ohsweken, has taken to himself a better half. Miss K. Maracle, teacher of No. 2 school, is the lucky belle. The affair was kept so quiet that two or three weeks elapsed before the public was aware of the fact. However, the boys were not to be imposed upon. They gathered at his residence and began to charivari him.

 

Saturday, May 9, 1896

 

MCCLEMONT-SPORN - At the residence of the bride’s parents, on the 7th inst., by the Rev. B. J. Foreman, of St. Davids, W. M. McClemont, Barrister, of this city, to Nellie G., only daughter of W. C. Sporn of Ancaster.

 

Monday, May 11, 1896

 

KNAPP-GOODCHILD (Windsor) May 10 - This is an elopement story that came from Harrow to-day. Daniel Knapp, of Harrow, became engaged to be married to Miss Annie Goodchild, of Malden township, near Amherstburg, and Thursday was the day set for the wedding. When young Knapp called at the house of his affianced, where the ceremony was to be held, he was met by the girl’s brother, who pointed a revolver at his head and ordered him to leave. He did so. Miss Goodchild, however, not to be outwitted secured permission to visit a neighbour, but met her lover instead, and the two at once drove to Harrow, where they were speedily made one.


Wednesday, May 13, 1896

 

WELCH-MAST (Mountsburg) - On Thursday last, at the residence of the bride, Michael Welch and Mrs. Mary Mast, widow the late B. Mast, were united in marriage by Rev. Mr. Sauer, in the presence of a few intimate friends of the contracting parties. The happy couple take up residence in the village of Morriston.

 

Saturday, May 23, 1896

 

LEACH-BURROWS (Caledonia) - One of the events of the week was the wedding at the home of Mrs. George Leach on Wednesday afternoon, when rev. J. S. Conning united in marriage two well-known people of this place - Fred Burrows and Miss Belle Leach, third daughter of the late George Leach. Friends from Toronto, Hamilton and Cayuga were present. Mr and Mrs. Burrows left on the evening train for the west. They will locate at Tyneside on their return, at which place the bridegroom has gone into the manufacturing business - by permission of the N.P.

 

Tuesday, May 26, 1896

 

GRIFFITH-MORGAN - In Valleyfield P.Q., on Monday, May 25th, by the Rev. M. Lockhart, Mary Jennette, eldest daughter of Robt. Griffith, of this city to Harry J. Morgan.

 

MARRIOTT-HANTON - In this city on May 25th at the residence of the bride’s parents, by the Rev. A. MacWilliams, James Marriott, of Toronto, to Jean, second daughter of Alexander Hanton, of Hamilton.

 

SNIDER-SCHEAK - Miss Louise Clegg, of this city, was bridesmaid at the wedding of E.C. Snider to Miss Pauline Scheak, at Toronto yesterday.

 

Tuesday, June 2, 1896

 

BIGGAR-SUTTON - In Montreal, on May 21, by the Rev. G. Osborne Troop, E.B. Biggar (formerly of Hamilton), to Augusta Rachel, second daughter of Wm. R. Sutton, G.T.R. Audit Office, Montreal.

 

MORDEN-HUTON - On June 1st at 113 Hannah, st. west, the residence of Mr. George Watson, uncle of the bride, by Rev. Dr. Lyle, pastor of Central Presbyterian church, Mr. J. Rolph Morden, to Miss Jennie St. Claire Huton, daughter of the late Charles Huton, all of this city.

 

Wednesday, June 3, 1896

 

GARRETT-HOSSIE - On Tuesday, June 2nd, at Brantford, by the Rev. Wm. Cochrane, D.D. Arthur D. Garrett, of Hamilton, to Reba A. Hossie, daughter of W.N. Hossie, Esq. of Brantford.

 

LAMPMAN-FLINTOFF - At the Manse, Binbrook, by the Rev. Wm. P. Walker, on June 3rd, Mr. Wm. C. Lampman, of Caistor, to Lena Flintoff, of South Grimsby.


THORBURN-MEREDITH - Dr. A.B. Osborne, of this city, was groomsman of the wedding of Dr. J.D. Thorburn, to Miss Isabel Meredith, daughter of Sir William Meredith, in Toronto yesterday. Two little daughters of W.F. and Mrs. Ramsay were maids of honour. Miss Hendrie, Dr. and Mrs. Shaw were among the guests.

 

SHRUM-SIMMS (Smithville) - Married on May 25, at the residence of the bride’s father, by Rev. Mr. Taylor, John Simms, of Toronto, to Theresa, daughter of Jonathan Shrum. The bride received very handsome presents, among them these: Parents, gold watch; Mrs. and Mrs. Montgomery and daughter of Toronto, marble clock; Mr. and Mrs. P. Haffy and daughter, of Brantford, a silver cruet; J. Trembley $5.00; Mrs. J. Trembley and son, silver spoons; Daniel Shrum and wife, ornaments; Bert Shrum and wife, silver cruet and pillows; Mr. and Mrs. J. Merritt, silver cake basket; husband diamond pin; father $100. On Saturday they left for Toronto, where they intend residing.

 

Thursday, June 4, 1896

 

BURNS-RIDGE - On Wednesday, June 3, 1896, by Rev. H. Caldwell, at the residence of the bride’s parents Devonico Farm, Binbrook, Ont., Mr. Robert Burns, of Caistor, Ont., to Miss Tillie Ridge, daughter of John Ridge, Esq.

At Devonico Farm, Binbrook, the residence of the bride’s father a very pretty wedding took place yesterday, the contracting parties being, Robert Burns, of Caistor, and Miss Tillie, J. youngest daughter of John Ridge. The bridesmaid was Miss Ida Edwards, of Seneca, and James Ridge, brother of the bride, was best man. About 100 guests attended the wedding. The presents were particularly numerous and elegant. The happy couple left, amid a shower of rice and old boots, for a few days trip to the West.

 

Friday, June 5, 1896

 

HEALEY-HOOD - At the Royal, on 3rd inst., by the Rev. Geo. A. Forneret, Frank P. Healey to Edith M., eldest daughter of Thomas Hood, both of this city.

 

Monday, June 8, 1896

 

MURRAY-WESTFALL - At Toronto, June 4th 1896, by Rev. Jas. Henderson, D.D., John Ralph Murray, son of S.Murray, M.D. of Seaforth to Alice Amelia Westfall, youngest daughter of Peter Westfall, of Dundas. Dundas papers please copy.

 

Wednesday, June 10, 1896

 

WOOD-ROBINSON (Rockton) - William Wood Jr., a popular young Rocktonian, was married to Miss Alice Robinson, at the residence of the bride’s parents on Wednesday.

 

FIELD-ADAMS (Smithville) - At the residence of S.J. Kohler, William Field was married to Mary, daughter of Henry Adams.


Thursday, June 11, 1896

 

GAGE-CARR - At the home of the bride, 141 Herkimer street, Hamilton, Ontario, on the 10th inst., by the Rev. Geo. Kerby, of St. Catharines, Lydia E. Gage, to Judson Carr, of Denver Colorado.

 

UPSDELL-WODELL - At their future residence, Oak avenue, Wednesday evening, June 10th, by Rev.F. Barker, Charles W. Upsdell, to Miss Winnifred Wodell, youngest daughter of Mrs. R. Wodell, King William street.

 

Monday, June 15, 1896

 

BOWLBY-MOSES - At the Baptist parsonage, 182 Victoria avenue north, Hamilton, on Sunday June 14, by the Rev. J.F. Barker, Arthur Bowlby, Reeve of the village of Waterford, Ont., and eldest son of Dr. A. Bowlby, to Miss Nettie M. Moses, only daughter of the late Michael Moses also of Waterford.

 

Tuesday, June 16, 1896

 

STROHM-MCKNIGHT - At Dunnville on the 3rd inst., by the Rev. Thos. Motherwell, B.A., Annie Strohm, of Dunnville, to George McKnight of this city.

 

Thursday, June 18, 1896

 

WEBB-HOOSE - At Auburn, N.Y., on Wednesday, June 17, by the Rev. Geo. T. Webb, brother of the bride, Miss S.M. Webb, recently of this city, to Mr. Truman W. Hoose, of Auburn, N.Y.

 

WEEKES-HOLDEN - On June 17, 1896, at he residence of the bride’s parents, 310 King William street, by the Rev. John Young, pastor of St. John’s Presbyterian church, Mamie E. daughter of Geo. C. Holden, to Will M. Weekes, of Toronto.

 

Tuesday, June 23, 1896

 

READ-STANLEY - At Dundas, on June 23, 1896, by the Rev. George Forneret, Evelyn Serena Stanley, of Dundas, to Jason Read, of Denver, Colorado.

 

Wednesday, June 24, 1896

 

LEIGHTON-WOODS - In this city, at Christ Church Cathedral, on June 22, by Rev. Cannon Bland, Frederick A. Leighton, to Ann, J. Woods, all of this city.

 

Thursday, June 25, 1896

 

LAWSON-HILS - At St. Peter’s church Wednesday, 24, by Rev. Thos. Geoghegan, rector, Miss Frances Lawson, of Beverly, to Albert Hils, Esq., West Flamboro.


At St. Peter’s church yesterday afternoon, Rev. Thomas Geoghegan, in the presence of the necessary tied the knot that made Miss Frances Lawson, daughter of a well known Beverly farmer, the wife of Albert Hils of West Flamboro. Mr. Hils is the son of George Hils of Beverly, and has lately purchased his farm in Flamboro, to which he will take his bride and begin married life with the brightest of prospects.

 

ALMAS-MARSHALL - At the residence of the bride’s father, Alexander Marshall, Glanford, by the Rev. Jos. Archer, and Rev. T.G. Thomson, on June 24, James W, Almas, of this city, to Louise Marshall.

At Rose Hall, Glanford, the residence of Alexander Marshall, last evening, his daughter, Miss Louise Marshall, was married to James Almas, of Hamilton. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Joseph Archer of St. Catharines, assisted by Rev. T.G. Thompson, of Hamilton. About 75 guests were present, and a great many pretty and useful gifts were received by the young couple. The bridesmaid was Miss Sadie Marshall; Charlie Almas was best man. Mr. and Mrs. Almas will take up their residence in Hamilton.

 

SLATER-ATTRIDGE - At the residence of the bride’s brother William Attridge, Chestnut Lawn, Waterdown, by the Rev. J.H. Collins, on June 24, Miss Annie Attridge, to John C. Slater both of Waterdown.

Yesterday, at Chestnut Lawn, Waterdown, the residence of William Attridge, brother of the bride, Miss Annie M. Attridge, was married to John C. Slater, lumber merchant. Nearly 200 guests assembled to witness the ceremony, which was performed by J.H. Collins. The bride was attired in brocade silk, with pearl ornaments, and point d’espirt lace, with the customary veil and orange blossoms, and carried a bouquet of Marechal Neil roses. The bride was given away by her brother. The bridesmaids were Miss Lillian Vance, and Miss Lou Attridge, who were becoming gowned in cream henrietta and carried bouquets of pink roses. Little Nellie Attridge was maid of honour and looked very pretty. Robert Allen, of Waterdown, and Walter G. Thompson, of Hamilton, were best men. Supper was served in a large marquee on the lawn, and was followed by the usual toasts, all of which were well and happily responded to. The number of presents to the bride testified to the high esteem in which the young couple are held. The groom’s presents to the bridesmaids were handsome gold pins. A very enjoyable evening was spent, when at a late hour the happy couple left amid showers of rice.

 

STEWART-FRASER - On Wednesday, June 24, at the residence of the bride’s parents, 61 Wentworth st. south, Hamilton, by the Rev. Dr. Abraham, Walter H. Stewart, architect, third son of William Stewart, Esq., architect, to Marguerite, youngest daughter of Alexander Fraser.

 

BECKINGHAM-TINDILL - On June 24th, at the residence of the bride’s mother, King st. east, by the Rev. H.S. Beavis, John Beckingham, Jr., eldest son of Assistant Chief Beckingham, of the Montreal Fire Department, to Jessie Reynoldson, twin daughter of the late W.M. Tindill.

A pleasant event took place yesterday afternoon at the residence of Mrs. Tindill, King street east, it being the marriage of her daughter Jessie R, to John Beckingham Jr., son of the assistant chief of the Montreal fire department. The bridesmaid was Miss Kitty Tindill, sister of the bride, the groom being assisted by S. Reid, of Montreal. The wedding, which was a very pretty one, was witnessed by only a few of the bride’s relatives. The presents to the bride were numerous.


The happy couple left on their honeymoon trip by the evening train for Ottawa, from whence they will proceed to Montreal their future home.

 

BURKHOLDER-REID - On the 24th inst. at the Church of St. Thomas, by the Rev. Canon Curran, M.A. Bertha Belle, only daughter of John G.Y. Burkholder, and granddaughter of the late Col. John Land, to David Reid, of Cornell University, Ithica, N. Y.

In St. Thomas’ church yesterday, Prof. David Reid, of Cornell University, was married to Miss Bertha Belle Burkholder, daughter of J.G.Y. Burkholder, and granddaughter of Col. John Land. The bridesmaids were Miss Gertie Land, Miss Mabel Lucas, and Miss Urla Webster, cousins of the bride. Miss Allan of Toronto, was the maid of honour. J. Judd Mason, of this city was best man. There was a large attendance of friends and relatives.

 

MARTIN-CLARK - In the presence of the relatives of the family yesterday afternoon, Miss Emily Martin, eldest daughter of the late Richard Martin, Q.C. Derreclare, and Oliver S. Clark, manager of the Bank of Hamilton branch at Berlin, were united in marriage. Rev. W,H. Wade of the Church of Ascension, officiated, and was assisted by Rev. Thomas Smith of Elora, uncle of the bride. Misses Louisa, Georgina, and Maud Martin, sisters of the bride, were the bridesmaids, and Miss Kathleen Lyon, of Toronto, was maid of honour. J.H. Stuart, manager of the Bank of Hamilton Branch, Listowel performed the duties of best man.

The bride was dressed in white and looked charming. After the ceremony, the wedding breakfast was partaken of under a marquee erected on the lawn, and the happy couple left on the evening train for Toronto, on route to Winnipeg, where they will spend their honeymoon. Mr. and Mrs. will reside in Berlin on returning from their trip. The presents to the bride were numerous and valuable.

 

ZIMMERMAN-MORGAN - J.A. Zimmerman, a popular druggist, was married this afternoon to Miss L.E. Morgan, and estimable young lady, daughter of the late B.J. Morgan. The wedding took place at the residence of the bride’s mother, corner East avenue and Hunter street. Rev. Canon Curran, of St. Thomas’ church performed the ceremony. Miss Emma Morgan sister of the bride, acted as bridesmaid, and T.F. Dick was best man.

 

GAGE-CONDY - Yesterday Miss Addie Gage, daughter of Mrs. Philip Gage, of Barton was married to Adam Condy. The ceremony took place at the residence of the bride’s mother, and was performed by Rev. Mr. Stobbs, of Hamilton. The bride was assisted by Miss Clara Smith of Winona, her cousin, and Miss Ettie Condy, sister of the groom, while the groom was supported by his brother R. Condy.

Davis furnished the refreshments, which were served in a large tent on the lawn. As both the young people are very popular their friends sent them many beautiful presents. Mr. and Mrs. Condy left for Cleveland and other points on the evening train. At the close of the marriage service Rev. Mr. Stobbs’ services were solicited for the christening of Miss Ida May, daughter of Frank D. and Iola Gage.

 

FITZGERALD-WETMORE - Judge Fitzgerald of Port Arthur, will be married at Christ Church cathedral, Fredericton, N.B., on June 30, to Miss Wetmore.


                                                                 Index - Marriages

                                                               January - June, 1896

 


Adams.......................................................... 11

Agnew............................................................ 3

Allen............................................................... 2

Almas........................................................... 13

Amor.............................................................. 1

Arnold............................................................ 4

Arthur............................................................. 6

Attridge........................................................ 13

Auckland........................................................ 4

Bannatyne...................................................... 5

Barlow............................................................ 8

Bastien............................................................ 3

Bayne............................................................. 7

Beckingham.................................................. 13

Bell................................................................. 1

Bersee............................................................. 1

Biggar....................................................... 2, 10

Black.............................................................. 5

Blumensteil..................................................... 7

Bodden........................................................... 5

Bowlby......................................................... 12

Boyle.............................................................. 2

Bradley........................................................... 7

Brosford......................................................... 3

Burkholder................................................... 14

Burns........................................................ 7, 11

Burrows........................................................ 10

Campbell........................................................ 3

Carr............................................................... 12

Condy........................................................... 14

Cook............................................................... 9

Coryell............................................................ 3

Cranston......................................................... 8

Deagle............................................................ 7

Eaton.............................................................. 6

Evans.............................................................. 4

Farmer............................................................ 3

Farr................................................................. 2

Fenton............................................................ 8

Field............................................................. 11

Fitzgerald..................................................... 14

Flintoff......................................................... 10

Foreman.......................................................... 6

Forest.............................................................. 3

Fraser............................................................ 13

Frost............................................................... 9

Gage....................................................... 12, 14

Galloway........................................................ 6

Gardner.......................................................... 1

Garrett.......................................................... 10

Gibbs.............................................................. 4

Gilbert............................................................ 2

Goodale.......................................................... 8

Goodchild...................................................... 9

Greenaway..................................................... 8

Griffith......................................................... 10

Hall................................................................. 1

Hanson........................................................... 4

Hanton.......................................................... 10

Harrigan.......................................................... 2

Harris.............................................................. 4

Healey.......................................................... 11

Hemingway.................................................... 3

Heslop............................................................ 5

Hils................................................................. 3

Holden.......................................................... 12

Hood............................................................ 11

Hoose........................................................... 12

Hossie........................................................... 10

Howard.......................................................... 8

Hughes........................................................... 7

Huton........................................................... 10

Hutton............................................................ 3

Ionson............................................................. 3

Jacobs............................................................. 5

Jarrett.............................................................. 3

Johnson........................................................... 3

Knapp............................................................. 9

Laird............................................................... 7

Lambier.......................................................... 5

Lampman...................................................... 10

Larmer............................................................ 2

Lawson......................................................... 12

Lee.................................................................. 8


Leighton....................................................... 12

Lennie............................................................. 1

Long............................................................... 7

Maracle........................................................... 9

Marriott........................................................ 10

Marshall.................................................... 2, 13

Martin................................................... 5, 6, 14

Mast.............................................................. 10

Maw............................................................... 8

McClemont..................................................... 9

McCoy............................................................ 6

McDonald...................................................... 7

McIlroy........................................................... 7

McKenzie................................................... 7, 8

McKnight..................................................... 12

Meredith....................................................... 11

Michie............................................................. 8

Miller.............................................................. 9

Monger........................................................... 4

Morden......................................................... 10

Morgan......................................................... 10

Moses........................................................... 12

Murphy........................................................... 1

Murray.......................................................... 11

Naisbitt........................................................... 6

Nelles.............................................................. 2

New................................................................ 1

Nicholson....................................................... 5

Nottle............................................................. 6

Oliver.............................................................. 5

O’Connor....................................................... 7

Patterson......................................................... 1

Peirce.............................................................. 2

Pettit............................................................... 6

Pew................................................................. 7

Read............................................................. 12

Reaume........................................................... 3

Reed............................................................... 5

Reid.............................................................. 14

Ridge............................................................ 11

Robinson.................................................. 5, 11

Russell............................................................ 9

Rutherford...................................................... 2

Rutley......................................................... 7, 8

Sanger............................................................. 7

Scheak.......................................................... 10

Sharp.............................................................. 8

Shrum........................................................... 11

Simers............................................................. 2

Simms........................................................... 11

Simpson.......................................................... 8

Sinclair............................................................ 5

Skelly.............................................................. 2

Slater............................................................ 13

Slough............................................................ 4

Smith........................................................... 4‑6

Snider........................................................... 10

Snowball......................................................... 4

Snyder............................................................ 4

Southey.......................................................... 4

Sporn.............................................................. 9

St. John........................................................... 3

Stanley.......................................................... 12

Stewart..................................................... 3, 13

Stoneham........................................................ 4

Strohm.......................................................... 12

Sutton........................................................... 10

Sweet.............................................................. 7

Tansley........................................................... 6

Teif................................................................. 5

Thompson................................................... 4, 8

Thorburn....................................................... 11

Tindill........................................................... 13

Upsdell......................................................... 12

Vansickel........................................................ 7

Webb............................................................ 12

Webber........................................................... 8

Weekes......................................................... 12

Welch........................................................... 10

West............................................................... 4

Westfall........................................................ 11

Wetmore....................................................... 14

Whitehouse..................................................... 1

Wilkinson....................................................... 8

Wismer........................................................... 9

Wodell.......................................................... 12

Wood............................................................ 11

Woods.......................................................... 12

Zimmerman.................................................. 14