Hamilton Spectator

Marriages, July-December, 1896

Thursday, July 2, 1896

NEWTON-GRANT - At the residence of the bride’s parents, 293 Bay st. south, Hamilton, on Tuesday June 30, 1896, by the Rev. Canon Clark, M.A., of Ancaster, David Newton to Ethel B. Grant, fourth daughter of Colonel C. Grant, late of H.M. 16^th regiment.

BRADWIN-EASTMAN - At the residence of the bride’s mother, “River View” Welland, on Tuesday the 30^th ult., by the Rev. J.V. Smith, D.D., assisted by the Rev. J.Parker Bell, Mr. Frank W. Bradwin, Hamilton, to Miss Alice Maud, youngest daughter of Mrs. M.A. Eastman.

A pretty and fashionable wedding took place Tuesday afternoon at River View, Welland, the residence of Mrs. M. Eastman, the bride’s mother, when her youngest daughter, Alice Maud, was united in marriage to Frank W. Bradwin of Hamilton. The bride was given away by her brother John Eastman, and the Wedding Bells March was played by Miss Wycott of Picton, as the bridal party filed into the room. The nuptial knot was tied by Rev. Dr. Smith, pastor of Centenary church, Hamilton, assisted by Rev. J. Parker Bell of Fenwick. The interesting ceremony was performed in the presence of about 100 invited guests of the bride and groom. The house was tastefully decorated with a large variety of plants and flowers, among which roses abounded, producing a very pleasing effect. The bride wore a charming dress of heavy brocade duchess satin, trimmed with chiffon and pearls. The bridesmaids were her sister, Miss Lizzie Eastman who wore a dress of cream silk Lansdowne, trimmed with chiffon and satin ribbon and Miss Topp, who wore a costume of cream Shillan, trimmed with silk and lace. The groom was ably supported by his brother A.E. Bradwin, editor and proprietor of the Blyth Standard and Frank Misiner, ex reeve of Wainfleet. The groom’s present to the bride was a superb silver tea service and to each of the bridesmaids he gave a fancy stickpin set with pearls. Master Loillie McLellan acted as page and the Misses Overhall performed the part of flower girls with charming simplicity. The guests sat down to a sumptuous luncheon which was spread in a large tent on the lawn under the supervision of Mr. Nesbed of Hamilton. The usual toasts to the bride and bridegroom were proposed with many congratulatory words were spoken whilst the numerous and costly presents to the bride spoke volumes for the popularity and esteem in which she is held by a large circle of friends. Amid showers of rice and many a hearty god-speed, the happy couple left by evening train on a extended tour of some of the principal cities of the east.

MCILROY-MURRAY - At the residence of the bride’s parents, 134 Main st. east, on Thursday July 2, by the Rev. Dr. Tovell Charles H. McIlroy to Miss Lizzie, eldest daughter of Hugh Murray, of H.M.C.

This afternoon at the residence of the bride’s father, 134 Main street east, Miss Lizzie Murray, daughter of Hugh Murray, of the custom house, was married to Charles McIlroy, traveler for Balfour & co. F.J. Smye was best man, and the bride was attended by Miss Beth Murray and Miss Carrie McIlroy. She wore white silk with gold lace trimming. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. I. Tovell in the presence of 60 or 70 guests, and among the numerous handsome and valuable presents to the bride, were a piano, a bicycle, and a lounge.

JAMES-O’NEIL - In this city on May 28^th, by the Rev. Father Hinchey, Minnie second daughter of Mrs. J. O’Neil, to Harry James, both of this city.

BOULTER-BROWN - Mr. Ecklin of this city, was groomsman at the wedding of W.R. Boulter, druggist, Hannah street, to Miss Letitia Brown, third daughter of Charles Brown, of Foreman near Hagersville, on Wednesday morning.

BICKNELL-PITCHER - H.H. Bicknell, of this city, was groomsman at the marriage of his brother, Alfred Bicknell, in Woodstock, on Tuesday, to Miss Agnes Victoria Pitcher.

Friday, July 3, 1896

BICKNELL- PITCHER - On Thursday, June 30^th, at the Memorial church, London, Ont., by the Rev. Canon Richardson M.A. Agnes Victoria youngest daughter of Wm. Pitcher Esq., to Alfred Bicknell, of Woodstock, Barrister-at-Law.

CASHMAN-BARLOW - On Tuesday June 30, at St. Mary’s Cathedral, by Rev. Father Mahoney, assisted by Fathers Malone and Lehman, Michael Joseph Cashman, of McPherson’s Shoe Company, to Alice, youngest daughter of John Barlow Esq., of the Grand Trunk Railway.

THURSTON-KNOTT - On Tuesday evening Miss Rebekah Thurston, daughter of Clark Thurston of the American Screw company, was married to Charles G. Knott, of Toronto, at the residence of the bride’s parents in Providence R.I.

Monday, July 6, 1896

KNOTT-THURSTON - At the residence of the bride’s parents, 96 Doyle ave., Providence R.I., on the 30^th June, by the Rev. Dr. Henry Cashman, of the first Universalist church, Charles G. Knott, of Hamilton, to Miss Rebekah, only daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Clark Thurston.

REYNOLDS-MAYBEE - J.G. Farmer was one of the ushers at the wedding of his cousin, Miss Margaret Florence Reynolds, of Guelph, to F.L. Maybee of Port Rowan on Saturday.

Wednesday, July 8, 1896

CAMERON-MORROW (Toronto) July 8 - Mrs. Alexander Cameron, probably the wealthiest woman in Canada, was married this morning at her residence, on Carlton street, to Capt. John Morrow, of Montreal, formerly of this city. The ceremony was performed by Bishop Dumoulin,. The wedding was private, only a few intimate friends being present. Her first husband was Mr. Ward, ship owner of Detroit, and her second husband Alexander Cameron of Toronto, who died a couple of years ago. A daughter of Mrs. Cameron by her first husband is known as Princess de Chimay, having married a Belgian nobleman.

LACEY-FILKER (Smithville) Last Monday Louise Lacey, daughter of Aaron Lacey and Jacob Filker were united in marriage by Rev. D.H. Taylor.

DUNCAN-ABRAHAM - A quiet pretty wedding took place this afternoon at 1:30 at the residence of Mrs. Wm Duncan, 172 Young street, when her second daughter, May Charles was united in marriage to J. Don Abraham, nephew of Mayor Tuckett and bookkeeper for the George E. Tuckett & Son company. Rev. G. Forneret was the officiating minister. The bride wore a handsome gown of cream silk, with chiffon lace and pearl trimmings. The bridesmaid was Miss Maud Abraham, sister of the groom, and she wore a pale green dress, with chiffon and ribbon trimmings. Charles T. Beatty was best man.

The wedding presents were many and valuable and showed the popularity of the fair bride. The happy couple left this afternoon on a tour of the eastern states. The bride was attired in a becoming travelling costume of navy blue serge with brown silk trimmings.

Friday, July 10, 1896

WHITE-HUTON - On the evening of July 9^th, at the residence of the bride’s uncle, Mr. Geo. Watson, 113 Hannah st. west, Miss Martha A. Huton, 3^rd daughter of the late Charles Huton,

Merchant Tailor, to Mr. David White, both of this city.

GLASSCO-NEFF - At St. Catharines, on the 7^th inst., by the Rev. Robert Ker, rector of St, George’s church, Alice B. Neff to Chas. S. Glassco.

C.S.Glassco was married to Miss Alice Neff in St. Catharines on Tuesday.

Saturday, July 11, 1896

MISHAW-EASTER - At All Saints church, on Saturday July 11 by the Rev. George Forneret, Miss Lillian Florence May, fifth daughter of Frederick Easter of Hamilton, to Agnes W, Mishaw.

WEBB-MORRISON - At the residence of the bride’s father, Alex Morrison, Esq. Harriston, Ont., on June 24, 1896 by the Rev. M.C. Cameron B.A., Maggie Morrison, of Harriston, to Wm. B. Webb, of the city of Hamilton.

Monday, July 13, 1896

DAVIDSON-MACINNES - On Saturday, July 11, at Christ church cathedral, by the Rev. Thos. Geoghegan, John Montague Davidson, youngest son of the late Hon. A.A. Davidson of New Castle, N.B., to Augusta Carpenter, second daughter of the late Hugh MacInnes, Esq. of this city.

On Saturday afternoon at 5:30 there was a quiet wedding at Christ Church cathedral when Rev. Thos Geoghegan united John Montague Davidson, youngest son of the late Hon. A.A. Davidson, of Newcastle, N.B. to Miss August C. MacInnes, second daughter of the late Hugh MacInnes, of this city. The bride was married in her traveling costume in the presence of a few friends, and there were no bridesmaids or groomsman. Stuart MacInnes gave the bride away. Mr.and Mrs. Davidson, left on the evening train for the east.

Tuesday, July 14, 1896

MENZIES-GRAHAM (Campbellville) - On June 30 by Rev. A. Amy, at the residence of the bride’s father, R. Menzies, son of J. Menzies, county treasurer, was married to Miss L. Graham, eldest daughter of A. Graham, of Campbellville. The bride was very becomingly arrayed in swiss muslim. A pretty sight was presented as under a canopy of flowers they were made one. The bridesmaid was Miss Maude Menzies, who also wore a dress of swiss muslim. R. Elliott assisted the groom. They left on their honeymoon trip to Clinton and Goderich, returning on Tuesday last.

Wednesday, July 15, 1896

WATSON -HARWOOD - At the James street Baptist church, Tuesday evening, July 14, by the Rev. J.L. Gilmour, B.A., James R. Watson, to Miss Lena Harwood, both of this city.

In the presence of a large number of relatives and friends last evening, James R. Watson, head salesman for Fralick & Co., and a prominent in the James street Baptist church was married to Miss Harwood in the James street church. The ceremony was performed by Rev. J.L. Gilmour. The bride looked charming in a gown of white satin, trimmed with white netting. She carried a bouquet of yellow roses. The bridesmaids were Miss Foster, Miss Harwood, Miss Clark, and a niece of the groom. They were blue silk costumes and picture hats. Joseph Board was best man.

After the ceremony a pleasant time was spent at the residence of the bride’s mother. Several toasts were proposed and responded to. The friends of the contracting parties gave them many beautiful presents.

Mr . & Mrs. Watson left last evening for the east.

Thursday, July 16, 1896

BRIDEN-FOSS (Ottawa) July 15 - A funeral and a wedding from one house on the same day is something rare. Mrs. Thomas Roy, 66 Cedar street, died on Monday, being buried yesterday. She was troubled with cancer and travelled extensively relief. She had been in California but returned to Ottawa to die. Mrs. Roy left an adopted daughter, Miss Lilly Briden, and in her anxiety that the young lady should be looked after, Mrs. Roy made the girl heir to her property on condition that she would get married within 24 hours after her foster-mother’s burial. The young lady complied with the request, and last night was married to George G. Foss. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Evan Macully. The bride was assisted by Miss Annie L. Foss, by Herbert B. Pain. The young couple settled down to housekeeping at 66 Cedar street, the bride inheriting the home.

Tuesday, July 21, 1896

MAGEN-HOLTBY - There was a simple quiet wedding this morning at the residence of R. Magen, Main street east. Miss Mary Magen, Mrs. Magen’s daughter, was made the wife of George Holtby, a successful young business man of Chicago, Ill. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Dr. Tovell and in the presence only of the relatives of the contracting parties. Miss Winifred Blandford was the bridesmaid, and Fred Gayfer acted as best man. After the ceremony a wedding breakfast was served, and later in the morning the newly-wedded couple left for their future home in Chicago.

Wednesday, July 22, 1896

BRACKON - ? (Binbrook) - Rev. Mr. Brackon, Baptist minister in this village, was married last Wednesday and returned with his bride that day. She was given a reception by the church members in the evening.

EVANS-JOHNSON - Last evening Edward Johnson was married to Miss A.M. Evans, eldest daughter of Danford Evans, 58 Oxford street. The ceremony took place at the residence of the groom’s sister, 220 McNab street north, and was performed by Rev. J.G. Shearer. Miss Florence Johnson was bridesmaid and Arthur Johnson acted as best man. The wedding was a quiet one, only relatives and a few friends of the contracting parties being present.

Friday, July 24, 1896

HOLTBY-MEGAN - In this city on July 21, at the residence of the bride’s father, 585 Main st. east, by the Rev. I. Tovell, D.D., George M. Holtby of Waukegan, Ill., to marry, youngest daughter of C. Megan.

Monday, July 27, 1896

HAY-PATRICK (Troy) - On Wednesday last James W. Hay, was married to Miss Bell Patrick at the residence of the bride’s father John Patrick. Many friends and relatives witnessed the interesting event. Rev. Mr. Ross, of St. George officiated. The happy couple left on the evening express for eastern points.

Saturday, August 1, 1896

MITCHELL-McCARTY - At the residence of the uncle of the bride, J.A. Cole, on Wednesday, July 29, Rev. Charles N. Mitchell, B.A., Baptist of Forest, was united in marriage to Miss Lulu May McCarty, of Hamilton. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Mr. Phillips, Baptist clergyman of Sarnia. Miss Lulu Stiff of Hamilton, acted as bridesmaid, while D.B. Harkness of McMaster University, performed the duties of groomsman. The happy couple left on the evening train for New York, and other points.

Thursday, August 6, 1896

BECKER-FAUSTMANN - At St. Pauls German Lutheran church, on Wednesday Aug. 5^th, by the Rev. E. Hoffmann, Henry Becker, of Port Chester N.Y., to Louise, second daughter of Ernest Faustmann, 67 John st. north.

Saturday, August, 8, 1896

WALLING-COLLINGWOOD - At St. Peters church by the Rev. Father J.Geoghegan, Clara Collingwood to Benjamin Walling, both of this city.

CLARK-HARE - At the residence of the bride’s father, Grimsby, on Aug. 5, 1896, by Rev. C. Scudamore, Donald Clark, of Hamilton, to Maude Olivia, daughter of W.V. Hare.

Tuesday, August 11, 1896

OGILBEE-SELDON - In this city, by Rev. Jas. VanWyck, on Aug. 11^th, Wm. L. Ogilbee, of Alton, Ill., to Mrs. M. Seldon, of this city.

Monday, August 17, 1896

VAUGHN-BLANKSTIEN - In this city, on Wednesday, Aug. 12^th, by the Rev. T.G. Thompson, E.S. Vaughn, to Annie Blankstien, both of this city.

Thursday, August, 27, 1896

KIDD-McKENZIE (Stratford) Aug. 26 - Within a few months Gertie Kidd, has been wife, widow, mother, and bride. Gertie was a dashing blonde, and John Kidd’s departure at the ripe age of 98, after only a few months of married life, left her a weeping widow at 16. The old man having forgotten her altogether in his will, Gertie started the law in motion to recover her dower, estimated as worth $6,000 or $7,000. She was successful in her suit at the Dufferin assizes last spring, and is now in receipt of an annual income of $200 as the result of the settlement subsequently arrived at. Many things have happened since Gertie returned to Toronto from the Orangeville assizes last March. She became an orphan through the death of her putative parent, old man Robbins, who passed off the stage of life during the same month. On May 14, she became a mother, but the child lived only about 2 months, and again Gertie was plunged into mourning.

Gertie took another husband last Friday. He is a young man named McKenzie, and he claims to be the son of a Presbyterian minister at Wingham.

Friday, August 28, 1896

McCOMB-ROZEL (Fonthill) - A quiet little wedding took place on Wednesday last week, the contracting parties being D. Joncey McComb, and Alice, youngest daughter of S.B. Rozel, all of Fonthill.

Saturday, August 29, 1896

WALKER-WALKER - On Thursday Aug. 27, at the Grove, Ancaster, by the Rev. G.B. Hamilton, assisted by the Rev. Mr. Bell, Mr. R.E. Walker to Miss Jennie Walker.

A quiet wedding took place on Thursday afternoon at the Grove, Ancaster, the residence of Major Walker, Rev. G.B. Hamilton, assisted by Rev. Mr. Bell, of Knox college, officiating. The bride was Miss Jennie Walker, and the groom R.E. Walker of Caledonia. The bride was assisted by Jesise B. Horsburgh, of Hamilton, and the groom by A. Moore, of Caledonia. The happy couple left with many good wishes and showers of rice to take the evening train for Muskoka before taking up their residence in Caledonia.

Monday, August 31, 1896

MARENTETTE-HENNESSY - At St. Mary’s cathedral this morning, in the presence of a number relatives and friends, Miss Marie Marentette, daughter of Alexander Marentette, of the weights and measures office, was married to J.P. Hennessy of Owen Sound, formerly of this city. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Father Mahoney. Miss Marentette assisted the bride, and Daniel Hennessy was best man.

COUGHLIN-DOYLE - A very pretty wedding took place at St. Patrick’s church this morning, when Miss Catharine Coughlin, who was employed at James Shay’s store for a number of years, was married to James Doyle, of the firm of Doyle & Flesher. Rev. Chancellor Craven performed the ceremony. Miss Ella Coughlin was bridesmaid and Michael Egan acted as best man. Ethel Quinn, niece of the bride, was maid of honour. After the ceremony, a wedding breakfast was served at the residence of the bride’s father Thomas Coughlin.

Tuesday, September 1, 1896

KEEGAN-WALSH - At St. Mary’s Cathedral, on Sept. 1, by the Rev. J.M. Mahoney, James Keegan to Maggie, only daughter of David Walsh, of the Hamilton post office.

The very happy event at St. Mary’s cathedral this morning at 10:00 o’clock, when Miss Maggie Walsh, became the bride of James Keegan. The ceremony was performed by Rev. J.M. Mahoney, after which the nuptial mass was celebrated. The bride was given away by her father, David Walsh. She was attired in a cream costume with bridal veil and orange blossoms, and was attended by Miss Agnes Walsh. The groom was supported by David Walsh, the brother of the bride. Mr. & Mrs. Keegan have the good wishes of a large circle of friends. She will be at home at 222 Mary street, after Sept. 7.

THOMAS-BURNS - At St. Mark’s church, Parkdale, on Aug. 26^th, W.S. Thomas, Belt, Montana, to May Agnes Burns, of Toronto.

At St. Mark’s church, Parkdale, on Aug. 26^th, Miss May Agnes Burns, was married to W.B. Thomas, of Belt, Montana. F.S. Burns assisted the groom, and Miss Lillie McMonies, of Waterdown, was bridesmaid. After the ceremony the happy couple left on the 10:20 train for Chicago, and other points, with the best wishes of their friends, many of whom went down to see them off. They will proceed to their western home, where they will reside in the future.

Thursday, September 3, 1896

JOPLING-BUNTON (Burlington) Sept. 2 - This afternoon Knox church was a scene of a very pretty wedding. The contracting parties were Stanley Jopling, of Montreal, and Miss Reba Bunton, daughter of the late William Bunton, of this village. The interior church was beautifully decorated with golden rod suspended from an arch. In front of the alter was a large bell, made of white asters, and geraniums, interspersed with maiden hair ferns. The ushers were R.E.Young, George Husband, D.W. Baxter, and Stuart Greer. As the bridal party entered the church, the organ poured the magic notes of Mendelssohn’s wedding march. The bride, who was given away by her brother-in-law,

William Davidson, of Montreal, was attended by Miss Helen Husband, and Willie Davidson, two pretty little pages. She was beautifully gowned in a dress of white gros grain silk, with pearl trimmings. She wore the regulation veil and orange blossoms, and carried a large bouquet of white roses. The bridesmaids, Miss Clara Bunton, sister of the bride, Miss Anna Watts, and Miss Marion Watts. of Harrisburg, Penn. They wore gowns of white China silk and carried bouquets of white roses. The groom was assisted by George Marshall, of Montreal. Rev. Dr. Abraham, tied the nuptial knot. As the happy couple were leaving the church the organist played the magnificent bridal march from Lohengrin.

After the ceremony, a reception and luncheon were held at the residence of David Bastedo. The guests were very numerous and the young couple were recipients of a large number of costly and handsome presents. The newly-wedded pair left on evening train, amid showers of rice and old slippers, for New York, and other eastern cities. Mr. & Mrs. Jopling will reside in Montreal.

JONES-PEW (Fonthill) - Miss Olive Jones, who has been teaching Southard this summer, was married on Wednesday of last week, at her father’s residence to D. Pew, of Stamford.

Friday, September 4, 1896

ACRES-BOWMAN - On Thursday, Sept. 3, at the residence of the bride’s father, by Rev. George D. McKnight, D.D., Chas. Russell Acres, eldest son of Wm Acres, Esq. of Hamilton, Canada, to Lucy, eldest daughter of Wm. Bowman, Esq. of Elmira, N.Y.

Wednesday, September 9, 1896

KRICK-DEGROW (Binbrook) - J. Krick, and Miss A. Degrow were married by Rev. Mr. Ferguson of this place, last Wednesday. J. Laidman acted as the best man, and Miss Ida Martin, assisted the bride.

Thursday, September 10, 1896

HEAVEN-PULLEN - C.C. Heaven, of Oakville, was married yesterday to Miss Nellie Pullen of that town. Both young people have many friends in Hamilton.

Monday, September 14, 1896

PEART-QUINSEY (Caledonia) - The wedding of Miss Melissa Peart, of Oneida, to W.J. Quinsey of Cayuga, took place on Wednesday afternoon, Rev. S.W. Fallis officiating. A number from this village were among the invited ones.

BORDER-MITCHELL - A quiet wedding took place on Thursday last, at 4 o’clock, at the residence of the bride’s father R. Border of Nassagaweya, when the eldest daughter, Mary, was united in marriage to A. Mitchell, a hardware merchant of Cayuga. During the past few years Miss Border made her home in Hamilton, and on leaving there her many friends express their goodwill towards her by numerous beautiful and useful presents. The groom’s present to the bride was a handsome gold watch. Their many friends wished them a long and very happy life.

Thursday, September 17, 1896

INWOOD-JOHNSON - On the 16^th inst., at Christ Church Cathedral, by the Rev. J. Thompson, William Inwood, to Ann Jane Johnson, both of this city.

Friday, September 18, 1896

CUTT-DEARNESS - A very pleasing event took place last evening at the residence of James Cutt, 181 Hunter street west, it being the marriage of his eldest daughter Jean, to John Dearness. The bride was charmingly attired and carried a beautiful bouquet of white roses. Miss Mary W. Cutt, sister of the bride, acted as bridesmaid, and Robert James Ferguson supported the groom. Rev. W.H. Watson, performed the ceremony, after which the bridal couple, with the invited guests sat down to a sumptuous supper. The presents were costly, numerous, and handsome, showing the high esteem in which the young couple is held. After the supper there were dancing, and music, scotch reels being danced to the music of the pipes, played by William Drever. After the congratulations of a host of friends, including some from Orton, and Belwood, Ont., the bridal couple departed for their home on Mill street, this city.

Saturday, September 19, 1896

DEARNESS-CUTT - On Thursday evening Sept. 17, 1896, at the residence of the bride’s parents, 181 Hunter st. west, by Rev. W.H. Watson, Miss Jean Matheson, eldest daughter of James Cutt, to John Dearness, both of this city.

SHAVER-SMITH (Ancaster, Ont.) Sept. 18 - At 4 o’clock on Wednesday, a goodly company assembled at Rosedale farm, the residence of Jacob A. Shaver of Ancaster, to celebrate the marriage of his second daughter, Carrie L., to Joseph R. Smith, M.D., C.M., formerly of Glanford, but now practising in Conewango Valley, N.Y. state. The bride was becomingly arrayed in white silk, with the proverbial orange blossoms, and flowing veil. She had as her assistance her sister, Miss Grace, and Miss Etta Smith, sisters of the groom, while he was attended by Urwin Dickenson, of North Glanford, and Albert Shaver brother of the bride. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Wm Edward Hassard, B.A., brother-in-law of the bride, and Rev. Messrs. Clark, of Ancaster, and Kelly of Glanford. About 75 guests sat down to an excellent dejeuner, and afterwards hastened the departure of the wedding party, by a regular tornado of rice and old boots. Dr. and Mrs. Smith took the evening train for Toronto, and after spending a few days with friends, will take their departure for the groom’s home. Among the guests were friends from Toronto, Hamilton, Petrolea, Kent county, Glanford, Cayuga, Avening, Burk’s Falls, Norwich, and other points.

Monday, September 21, 1896

HILLIARD-POE - Invitations are out for the wedding of Miss Minnie Hilliard of this city, to E.O. Poe, of Kansas City.

Wednesday, September 23, 1896

LAND-WILLSON - At the Church of the Ascension, Hamilton, Ont., September 22, 1896, by the Rev. W. H. Wade, Margaret Caroline, second daughter of F.M. Willson, Esq., to Robert E.A. Land, both of this city.

At the Church of the Ascension, Robert E.A. Land, was married to Miss Carrie M. Willson, second of daughter of F.M. Willson, Young street. The church was neatly decorated. The bride was unattended. J.W. Streeton of New York, acted as best man. The ceremony was performed by Rev. W.H. Wade. The groom is well known in this city, although for a number of years he lived in New York, and travelled extensively. He is a grandson of the late Col. Robert Land, whose father was the first white settler at the head of Lake Ontario, and who took part in the Battles of Queenston Heights, and Lundy’s Lane, during the war of 1812.

After the marriage ceremony last evening a reception was held at 23 Young street, the residence of the bride’s parents. The happy couple went east via the G.T.R., and will spend a few weeks in the province of Quebec. On their return they will reside in Toronto.

LENNOX-GRIFFITH - John Lennox, of Lennox & Co., shoe dealers, was married at 10 o’clock this morning in Quebec to Miss Lillie Griffith, daughter of Henry Griffith, boot and show manufacturer, of Quebec. The bride is a niece of Wm. and Robert Griffith.

Thursday, September 24, 1896

GEE-LANTON (Selkirk) - On Wednesday last, Byron Gee was married to Miss Anna Lanton.

Saturday, September 26, 1896

LENNOX-GRIFFITH - At Trinity church, Quebec city, Wednesday, Sept. 23, by the rector, Rev. E.J. Etherington, assisted by Rev. W.T. Noble, John Lennox, of Hamilton, to Letitia, daughter of Henry Griffith.

Wednesday, September 30, 1896

RIBETTI-BUCHANAN - At 153 James street south, Hamilton, Ont., on Tuesday, September 29, 1896, by the Rev. D.H. Fletcher, D.D. the Rev. J.T. Ribetti, of Pittsburgh, Pa., to Margaret Douglas, second daughter of the late Hon. Isaac Buchanan.

Yesterday afternoon, Miss Margaret Douglas Buchanan, second daughter of the late Hon. Isaac Buchanan, was quietly married to Rev. Giovanni Tomasso Ribetti, pastor of the Italian Presbyterian church, Pittsburgh, Pa. The ceremony took place at the residence of the bride’s mother, in the presence of a few relatives, and was performed by Rev. Dr. Fletcher, of the McNab street Presbyterian church. Rev. and Mrs. Riibetti, left for the east on their wedding tour. On their return they will live in Pittsburgh.

HEDDIE-NICE(Caledonia) - A number of prominent citizens, are to-day attending a brilliant wedding at the home of Mr. & Mrs. R.W. Nice, Seneca township. The principals are Malcolm

Heddie, a well-known society young man of the village, and Miss Annie Nice, one of the best-looking and most popular young ladies in the county of Haldimand. Mr. & Mrs. Heddie will become residents of the village, the bridegroom having recently erected a very fine brick residence in the north end.

Thursday, October 1, 1896

GREEN-AIKEN - At the residence of the bride’s parents, Hazel Deen farm, Glanford, on Wednesday Sept. 30, 1896, by the Rev. Mr. Ferguson, of Binbrook, David Green, of Green Bros. undertakers, Hamilton, to Miss Bertie, daughter of Samuel Aiken of Glanford.

At the residence, of Samuel Aiken, Hazel Deen farm, Glanford, a very interesting event occurred yesterday afternoon, being the marriage of his daughter, Miss Bertie Aiken to David Green, undertaker of Hamilton. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Mr. Ferguson in the presence of a large number of relatives and friends of the contracting parties. The bride was attended by Miss Emma Duffield, of Mount Hope. J.A.C. Morrow, Hamilton, assisted the groom. After the ceremony the wedding march was played by Miss Louise Duffield. The bride looked very pretty attired in Bengaline silk trimmed with pearls and lace, with veil and orange blossoms. The bridesmaids were also becomingly dressed in old gold silk with pearl trimmings. After the ceremony the guests repaired to the dining room, where a sumptuous roast was served. The young couple were spoken of in the highest terms during the succeeding toast list, the bride being very popular. She will be very much missed in the church, having held the position of organist and Sunday school teacher. The presents received by the young couple were many and costly, testifying to the high esteem in which they were held by their many friends. The present of the groom to the bride was a handsome gold chain. Mr. & Mrs. Green left for a trip to Detroit and elsewhere.

Friday, October 2, 1896

McCAY-MEWES - At 139 Stanley ave., Hamilton, Ont., on Wednesday, Sept. 30, 1896, by the Rev. T.J. Bennett, Mr. William McCay, of Barton township, to Miss Elizabeth M. Mewes of Hamilton.

Last night about sixty guests gathered at the home of L. Covenear, 139 Stanley avenue, to witness the marriage of Miss Elizabeth M. Mewes, to William M. McCay. The ceremony was performed by Rev. T.J. Bennett, of Herkimer Street Baptist church. A grand supper was provided and a very enjoyable evening was spent. The numerous beautiful and useful presents were significant of the high esteem in which this young couple were held. After a tour through several of the American cities they will return in the west of this city.

ROWLEY-SMITH - On 30^th Sept. 1896, at St. Paul’s Cathedral, London, Ont., by the Very Rev. Geo. M. Innes, D.D., Dean of Huron, Charles Walsh Rowley, of Berlin, Ont., youngest son of Lieut.-Col. Rowley, of Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, to Fanny Woodman, youngest daughter of the late H.A. Smith, of London, Ont.

O’DELL-DINGLE - At Frogmore, mountain top, on Wednesday, Sept. 30^th, 1896, by Rev. J. Mooney, Alexander O’Dell, to Jennie Dingle, youngest daughter of the late Joseph Dingle.

A pretty wedding took place last evening at the residence of Mrs. Dingle, mountain top, when her youngest daughter, Jennie, was married to Alexander O’Dell, of H.M. customs, and eldest son of E.W. O’Dell. The ceremony was performed by R. J. Mooney. The bride was becomingly gowned in cream silk, trimmed with point lace, and was attended by her sister, Miss Dingle, attired in pearl grey silk. The groom was ably assisted by his brother, E.W.A. O;Dell. After the wedding a supper and reception was held. The bridal couple, who received numerous tokens of friendship and esteem, left on the mid-night train for Detroit, and vicinity, and on their return will reside in the city.

ANDERSON-CRANSTON - At No. 213 Main st. east, Hamilton, Ont., on Sept. 30, by the Rev. A. MacWilliams, Alex. F. Anderson, to Mary S. Cranston, all of this city.

BURROWS-GRIEVE - Yesterday at Stony Creek, Alfred Burrows was married to Margaret Gladstone Grieve, daughter of Walter Grieve of Stony Creek. The ceremony took place in the afternoon in the Church of the Redeemer, Rev. Mr. Walsh officiating. Rev. Messrs. Witcombe and Howitt of Hamilton were also present. Mr. & Mrs. Burrows have gone west for a little trip. They are both exceedingly and deservedly popular among the people of Stony Creek and neighbourhood, and good wishes for their success in life are many and sincere.

Saturday, October 3, 1896

PATTERSON-LAUGHLIN - At Windsor Ont., on August 21, by the Rev. Dr. Cortary, Miss Jennie Patterson, of this city, to Mr. Henry Laughlin, of Detroit, Mich.

Monday, October 5, 1896

ECHLIN-DYMENT - On Oct. 1, at the residence of the bride’s mother, Mrs. A.H. Echlin, 167 Hannah street west, by the Rev. Mr. Kay, Miss Belle Echlin, to Mr. Solomon Dyment, of West Flamboro.

WHEELER-MURRAY - At Rev. Mr. Gilmour’s residence, on Monday, Sept. 28, Annie May, daughter of the late H. P. Wheeler, Esq., to John Stewart Murray.

Wednesday, October 7, 1896

WATSON-McBRIDE - At 125 John street north, Hamilton, Ont., on Tuesday, Oct. 6, 1896, by the Rev. Dr. Fraser, F.W. Watson, to Maggie, fourth daughter of Andrew McBride, all of Hamilton.

TWEEDIE-NELSON (Fulton) - A very pleasant gathering took place at the Methodist church on Tuesday to witness the marriage of Archie Tweedie to Miss Lydia Nelson. The nuptial knot was tied by Rev. D. Ecker, a former pastor of this circuit. The bride was handsomely attired in a suit of brown cashmere, trimmed with cream satin. Miss May Cann presented the bride with a lovely bouquet on behalf of the Sunday school. The Tweedside congregation presented her with a large family Bible, the address being read by Miss Mary Tweedie, after which Miss Althouse made the presentation. After the usual amount of congratulations, the couple left for their home at Fern Cottage.

Thursday, October 8, 1896

PYLE-WHITELAW - At the residence of Mr. Hugh McKellar, 183 Victoria ave. south, on Wednesday Oct. 7^th, by the Rev. J.G. Shearer, B.A., Miss Minnie Whitelaw, of this city, to Geo. E. Pyle, of St. Thomas.

Friday, October 9, 1896

LYMBURNER-MERRITT - At the parsonage, Wellandport, October 7, 1896, by the Rev. Geo. E. Honey, B.A., S.T.B., Colivor Lymburner, and Eliza Merritt, both of the township of Caistor.

SEYMOUR-TASKER - On Oct., 6 1896, by the Rev. Dr. Philp, Joseph Seymour, to Margaret, only daughter of Mrs. A. Tasker, both of this city.

HUNT-AIKMAN - At the residence of the bride’s mother, Strathairn, Dundas, on Oct. 8^th, 1896, by the Rev. R.Woodsworth, William G. Hunt, of Montreal, to Lillian May, youngest daughter of the late John Crooks Aikman, of Dundas.

Saturday, October 10, 1896

WELCH-COLLINS (Canfield) - Miss M.E. Welch, daughter of Lawrence Welch, of East Seneca, was married on Wednesday last, to A.E. Collins, of Toronto.

Wednesday, October 14, 1896

ELLIOTT-BODDEN - On October 13, at the manse, by the Rev. Dr. Fletcher, Charles Elliott, of Saltfleet, to Miss Annie Bodden of Hamilton.

CHAMP-GILLARD - Amidst the happy surroundings of sunshine, a blue sky, many friends, joyous music, and bright decorations, the first society wedding of the autumn took place this afternoon, in Christ church cathedral. The contracting parties were Harry Hillman Champ, son of the late W. Champ, and Marion Walker Gillard, eldest daughter of W.H. Gillard, of Gillard & Co., and if good wishes and many beautiful presents mean anything, their path through life will be a happy one.

The ceremony was set for 3:30 and at that hour the cathedral was thronged with guests and those anxious to witness the marriage. The bride, who looked most charming, was escorted to the altar by her father. She wore a beautiful of white duchess satin, court trained, with bodice, of chiffon and pearls. Miss Annie Gillard, sister of the bride, wearing a gown similar to those of the bridesmaids, was maid of honour.

The groomsman was William Champ, brother of the groom. The ushers were: R. Cowan, Toronto; R. Bull, Toronto, and John Turner, and Oliver Champ, city. Rev. Cannon Bland was officiating minister, and the service was fully choral, under the direction of R. Thos. Steele.

The happy couple will leave on this evening’s train on a visit to New York, Washington, and eastern cities. The bride’s going away gown was tailor made of green, covered suiting, braided in black, with French hat to match.

Thursday, October 15, 1896

SNYDER-CRAWFORD - On Wednesday, 14^th inst., at the residence of the bride’s father, by Revs.. A.T. Snyder, and A.W. Crawford, Miss Rachel Crawford, daughter of James Crawford, to J.N.C. Snyder, of St. Thomas.

CHAMP-GILLARD - At Christ Church Cathedral, on the 14^th of October 1896, by the Rev. Cannon Bland, Henry Hillman Champ, to Marion Walker, daughter of W.H. Gillard, Esq., both of this city.

Friday, October 16, 1896

LOWERY-CREIGHTON - At the Salvation army citadel, London, last night, Miss (Capt.) Ettie Lowery, of Hamilton, was wedded to Ensign Charles Creighton, of the Chatham corps. Brigadier Margetts tied the knot. Miss (Capt.) Collet and Capt. Smeaton, of Toronto, supported the bride and groom respectively.

Tuesday, October 20, 1896

WAGNER-ROHMER - At St. Paul’s Lutheran church, on Oct. 20, by the Rev. E. Hoffman, pastor, Carl Wagner to Miss Emma Rohmer, both of this city.

SIEVERT-HARALD - At St. Luke’s church Buffalo, N.Y., on Oct. 19^th, by the Rev. Walter North, Emily Kate, youngest daughter of the late William Harald, of this city, to Lieut. H. A Sievert, 9^th calvary, U.S.A., Fort Washakie, Wyoming.

Yesterday, at St. Luke’s church, in Buffalo, Miss Emily Kate Harald, youngest daughter of the late William Harald, of this city, was married to Lieut. H.A. Sievert, ninth United States calvary, also formerly of this city, and now stationed at Fort Washakie.

Thursday, October 22, 1896

BARRETT-THOMPSON - Last night Miss Barrett, was married to Solomon Thompson, of Toronto. The ceremony was performed by Rev. M. Ecker, of Teviotdale, and took place at the residence of the bride’s mother, 73 Ferguson avenue north.

Friday, October 23, 1896

SOMERVILLE-McMASTER - At the Centenary church, Hamilton, Ont., on Thursday Oct. 22, 1896, by the Rev. J.V. Smith, D.D., assisted by the Rev. W.A. Cook, B.A. of Thorold, brother-in-law of the groom, Mary Louisa Florence, only daughter of Mr. James H. Somerville, to John K. McMaster, of the Canada Life Assurance staff.

Wednesday, October 28, 1896

GOSNAY-BARNARD - At the residence of the bride’s parents, 54 Florence street, on the 26^th inst., by the Rev. Dr. Brethour, Ernest B. Gosnay, to Martha, E. Barnard, second daughter of David Barnard, of this city.

Thursday, October 29, 1896

BOCK-DICKSON - At the residence of the bride’s father, 126 Duke st. Hamilton, on Wednesday, October 28^th, 1896, by the Rev. Lyle, Robert E. Bock, of Chicago, Ill., to Annie, second daughter of Mr. William Dickson.

DALY-KEENLEYSIDE - A London dispatch says; “This afternoon, at the residence of Edward Daly, 536 Dufferin avenue, his daughter, Miss Emily Isabel Daly, was united in marriage to Rev. C.B. Keenleyside, B.A. of this city, lately of Brantford, and now connected with the London News”. Rev. Mr. Keenleyside was formerly a member of the professional staff of the Ladies’ College here.

Friday, October 30, 1896

SMITH-BOWMAN - On the 28^th inst., at the residence of the bride’s parents, Hamilton Road, Ancaster, by the Rev. W.H. Watson, Annie E., eldest daughter of John J. and Elizabeth Bowman, to Sydney H. C. Smith, son of Dr. John Smith, Boston, Lincolnshire, England.

LEWIS-WINNETT - A London dispatch, says: Harry Lewis and Miss Delia Winnett were married last evening, at the residence of the bride’s father Richard Winnett. The bridesmaids were Miss Ina Winnett, of Toronto, and Miss Kate Ellison, of Port Stanley. About 35 guests were present, including several Toronto, Port Huron, Hamilton, and other outside points.

Monday, November 2, 1896

DAW-McEVAY (Abingdon) - A large number of young people of this vicinity attended the wedding of A. Daw, and Miss McEvay, on Wednesday evening in the English church, Woodburn.

CLARK-HENDERSON (St. George) - R. Clark, and Miss Annie Henderson, of Troy, were married on Tuesday, at the Presbyterian manse here by Rev. D.Y. Ross.

Wednesday, November 4, 1896

CLARK-HENDERSON - Robert Clark, and Miss Annie Henderson were married last week, by Rev. Mr. Ross, of St. George.

Thursday, November 5, 1896

NEVILL-WALLER - At. St. Mary’s church, Bartonville, by Rev. C.E. Belt, M.A., Miss Jessie Waller, eldest daughter of Geo. Waller, Esq., to Mr. Chas. D. Nevill, of the capitol Bank of British North America, Hamilton.

The wedding of Miss Waller, eldest daughter of George Waller, of Bartonville, to C.D.Nevill, of the Bank of British North America was quietly celebrated this morning at St. Mary’s church. Only the immediate relatives were invited. The church was tastefully decorated for the occasion. The choir turned out to honour their former organist, and the service was bright and

hearty. Harry Francis was best man, and Miss Ada Waller assisted the bride. The bride was dressed in white silk, sent her from Japan by her brother, and wore the customary bridal veil and orange blossoms. The bridesmaid wore pale green. Both carried large bouquets of chrysanthemums. It was a pretty wedding. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Chas. E. Belt. After the ceremony a light dejeuner was served at the residence of the bride’s father, and then the young couple started off on the midnight train for a trip through the western states, followed by the good wishes of many friends.

Among the invited guests, were William and Mrs. Byer, Mrs. S. Gage, C.C.and Mrs. Gage, Mrs. William Waller, G.E. Waller, Miss Clara Waller, and G.B. and Mrs. Lens. Some lovely presents were received by the bride from her many friends, among whom she is very popular. Not the least among gifts was a cut glass water service from her class of boys in the Sunday school.

Friday, November 6, 1896

GIVIN-McPHERSON - On Nov. 5, by the Rev. Wylie Clark, of Brampton, at the residence of the bride’s father, Mr. John M. Givin, of Hamilton, to Miss Kate Gertrude Estelle, daughter of Mr. A.A. McPherson, Berlin, Ont.

Monday, November 9, 1896

WALSH-AUSTIN - At St. Mary’s cathedral this morning, Miss Agnes Walsh, younger daughter of Thomas Walsh, grocer, York street, was married to John Austin, mail clerk. The cathedral was crowded by the relatives, friends and well wishers of the young couple. The bride wore a most becoming gown. She was attended by her sister, Miss Walsh, of Toronto. Jerome Freel acted as best man. The ceremony was performed by Right Rev. Mgr. McEvay, assisted by Rev. Fathers Brady, and Hinchey.

After the marriage, solemn high mass was celebrated by Mgr. McEvay, assisted by Father Hinchey, as deacon, and Father Brady, as sub-deacon.

ROUSE-PRICE (Caistorville) - There will be a wedding at John Rouse’s on Thursday evening, the marriage of his daughter Emma to William Price. The young couple intend moving into the village.

Tuesday, November 10, 1896

AUSTIN-WALSH - On Monday, Nov. 9, at St. Mary’s Cathedral, by the Very Rev. Mgs. McEvay, assisted by Rev. J. J. Hinchey, and Rev. R.E.M. Brady, Agnes youngest daughter of Thomas Walsh, to John J. Austin, all of Hamilton.

SMITH-SMITH - On September 26^th, 1896, by the Rev. H.G. Livingstone, of Caledonia, Joshua D. Smith, of Winona, to Mrs. Sadie C. Smith, daughter of Dr. Alway, Bartonville.

Wednesday, November 11, 1896

DELL-SMELSER (Selkirk) - W. Dell, was married on Wednesday, to Miss Smelser.

Friday, November 13, 1896

RAYCROFT-MOSGROVE - On Wednesday, Nov. 11^th, at the residence of the bride’s mother, 130 James st. north, by the Rev. Dr. Tovell, Miss Lizzie Mosgrove, to Richard B. Raycroft, all of Hamilton.

Saturday, November 14, 1896

HODGINS-BULL - At St. George’s New York, by Rev. W. H. Garth, M. A. on Wednesday Nov. 11^th, 1896 the Rev Frederic B. Hodgins B. A., youngest son of Dr. J. G. Hodgins, Toronto, to Edith Gertrude, youngest daughter of the late Richard Bull, Hamilton.

Wednesday, November 18, 1896

STEWART-NEILL - At the residence of the bride’s father, in Carluke, Miss Stewart, formerly of the assessment commissioner’s office, was this afternoon married to A. T. Neill, chief clerk of the tax collector’s office. The bride was supported by her sister, Miss Stewart, and the groom by his brother, David Neill, of Stratford.

Mr and Mrs Neill have many friends who wish them every happiness and prosperity in their married life.

ROGERS-FRITSHAW (Beamsville) - On Wednesday. November 11, the residence of Mrs. G. R. Sann was the scene of a very pleasant gathering. The occasion was the marriage of her sister, Miss Emma Rogers, of Virgil, to Chester Fritshaw L.L.D. of Ann Arbor. The ceremony was performed by Rev. C.W. Cosens, of Beamsville, in the presence of the immediate relatives of the bride and groom, and Mrs. Young, Miss Young and Mr. Young of Welland, Mrs. A.B. Rogers , Mrs. W.A. Thompson, of Virgil; Miss MacArthur, of Toronto; Mr. and Mrs. Gripton, of Brantford; Miss Cairns and F. Newhouse, of St. Catharines; H. and Mrs. Culp, of Beamsville and others. After the ceremony the guests were invited to partake of a sumptuous repast. The presents were numerous and valuable, showing the high esteem in which the bride was held. The happy pair left on the evening train for San Francisco, Cal., where they intend to reside in the future.

Monday, November 23, 1896

RYDER-CARMICHAEL - At St. Peter’s church, Hamilton, on 21^st inst., by Rev. Thos. Geoghegan, Birdie Ryder, to Percival Carmichael, both of Toronto.

STEELE-HOWARD (Windsor, Ont.) Nov. 22 - The latest sensation from Essex county is the announcement of the marriage of thirteen-year-old Josephine Steele to William Howard, a colored man more than 60 years of age which took place on Wednesday of last week in this city. Howard and the girl appeared before Magistrate Bartlett and asked for a license early in the week. Howard swore that the girl was eighteen years of age and was willing to marry him. The magistrate had his doubts and declined to issue the necessary papers. Then James Davis, a colored issuer of marriage licenses, was seen and he readily acceded to Howard’s request, and Elder Gordon made the pair one.

Howard took his child-bride to his home on the Grand Marais, four miles from Windsor, where she remained till yesterday. Neighbours, who claim to have heard the child scream several times as though in agony, made a raid on Howard’s home at noon, and brought the young wife to Windsor, where she is now under the care of her friends. The police believe that Howard has the girl in his power in some way, and that he induced her to state to the licence clerk that she was more than fifteen years of age in order that the licence could be obtained. The girl declines to make any statements, nor does she charge Howard with any ill-treatment, though her body bears marks of ill-usage. Her father is dead and her mother in a lunatic asylum and the child has been dependent on her friends for support for some time. Although coloured blood runs in her veins, she looks much like a white girl and but for her curly hair might easily be taken for a full-blooded white. The police will lay the matter before Crown Attorney on his return from the east, and an attempt will be made to prosecute Howard for perjury in swearing that the girl was more than fifteen years old. The right of Elder Gordon to issue marriage licenses will also be looked into.

Wednesday, November 25, 1896

DEMPSTER-RYMAL -At the residence of the bride’s parents, 163 Rebecca street, on Tuesday, November 24,1896, by the Rev. George B. Brown, of Brownsville, cousin of the groom, Miss Delia M., youngest daughter of David Rymal, to Charles J. Dempster, eldest son of C. H. Dempster, all of Hamilton.

ROSS-RANDALL - In this city, Nov. 25,1896, by the Rev. Mungo Fraser, Mr. James H. Ross, to Jennie, eldest daughter of W. H. Randall, both of Ancaster.

Friday, November 27, 1896

ARMSTRONG-BIRDSALL - At 25 Bay street north, Hamilton, on Wednesday, Nov. 25, by the Rev. J. F. Barker, Jas. Alexander Armstrong (student pastor of the Baptist church of Canboro) and Laura Belle Birdsall, of the same place.

SALMON-SIMPSON - At the residence of the bride’s parents, on Thursday, Nov. 26^th, by the Rev. J. L. Gilmour, Annie Belle Craig, eldest daughter of Mr. Wm. Simpson, to Mr. George Salmon, of Montreal, formerly of this city.

A very pleasant event occurred yesterday afternoon at the residence of W. and Mrs. Simpson, 19 Pine street, it being the marriage of their daughter, Annie to George Salmon, of Montreal formerly of this city. The ceremony was performed by Rev. J. L. Gilmour. The bride was attended by her sister, Janet, and W. Dunlop, of St. Catharines supported the groom. After the ceremony, the guests, about 50 in number, sat down to a sumptuous repast. The happy couple left on the evening train for Montreal, amid showers of rice and good wishes.

Wednesday, December 2, 1896

CARROLL-THOMPSON - At 269 Bay st. south, on Tuesday, Dec. 1st, by the Rev. H. Beavis, D. D. Frederick J. Carroll, to J. Cumming, second daughter of D.S. Thompson.

At the residence of David S. Thompson, 269 Bay street south, yesterday, his second daughter, Jane Cummings, and Fred J. Carroll, of the postoffice department, were united in marriage by Rev. Dr. Beavis. Miss Isabella Thompson, sister of the bride, was bridesmaid, and Hal Carroll, of the Bank of Hamilton, Listowel, brother of the groom was best man. Fifty guests sat down to the wedding breakfast. The happy couple left in the afternoon on a trip to Detroit and Western Ontario.

LANDERS-POTTER (Onondaga) - George Landers and Miss Annie Potter were joined in wedlock on Tuesday and their many friends will wish them much happiness and prosperity.

Thursday, December 3, 1896

RASTRICK-BRIGGS - There occurred at Maple Wood, the residence of F. J. Rastrick, architect, a very pleasant event yesterday, being the uniting in marriage of Miss Anna M. F. Rastrick to William A. Briggs, of Buffalo N.Y. Only the family and some intimate friends were present at the ceremony which went off very happily. The presents were very numerous and valuable. The bridesmaid was Miss Charlotte Staunton and the best man was W. H. Glassco of Toronto. The newly wedded pair departed amid showers of rice and good wishes on a trip to Baltimore, Boston, New York and Washington.

Thursday, December 10, 1896

SINKER-CROOKS - Last night Harry Sinker, one of the boys at Mr. Hendrie’s Valley farm, was quietly married at All Saints’ church to Miss Crooks whom he had formerly known in England. Rev. George Forneret performed the ceremony.

McCOWAN-FRASER - At Picton, Wednesday, Angus McCowan of Madison Wis., and Jennie, daughter of G. E. Fraser of Picton, were married.

PIRIE-MURDOCK - Yesterday afternoon at the family residence, 143 Mutual street, Toronto, Miss Ada L., the youngest daughter of the late George Pirie, of Guelph, was married to Walpole Murdock, editor and proprietor of the Pilot Mound, N. W. T., Sentinel. Rev. Dr. Murdock, of Waterford, uncle of the groom, performed the ceremony. A.F. Pirie, of the Dundas Banner and brother of the bride performed the guardian’s duties, with James H. Pirie as best man, Miss Millie Clements as bridesmaid and Miss Elsie Pirie as maid of honor. After a trip through the eastern provinces, the couple will take up their home in Pilot Mound, the bride taking with her many valuable and elegant remembrances from friends.

PIRIE-GIBSON (Berlin) - At the home of Mrs. James Gibson, of Spring Valley farm, Wednesday afternoon, at 2:30, her beautiful and accomplished daughter was led to the altar by Dr. Harry Pirie, formerly of Dundas but now of Central America. The bride was attired in an electric blue traveling dress and looked charming. She had no bridesmaids and there were no groomsmen. After the ceremony the assembled guests sat down to a sumptuous wedding breakfast. The presents were beautiful and many in number. The young couple left on the 5:10 train in the evening for Toronto, from which city they leave for New York and other American cities finally going to Central America to live.

Friday, December 11, 1896

ASHBY- ? - Alfred Ashby, of Detroit, Mich., formerly of Hamilton, was married in that city on Wednesday. He and his charming bride are spending their honeymoon at the residence of William Ashby, 90 Cannon street west.

Wednesday, December 16, 1896

BARTON-SMITH (Onondaga) - A very happy event took place in Hamilton on Wednesday last, being the marriage of Arthur A. Barton, eldest son of Reeve Barton of Onondaga, to Miss Margaret Smith, daughter of Mrs. James Smith of Jerseyville. The young couple’s many friends will join in wishing them much happiness and prosperity.

Thursday, December 17, 1896

CLARK-TYDD - On the 16^th inst., at the residence of the bride’s uncle, J. N. Tydd, 143 Bay st. north, by the Rev. Dr. Fraser, Alex. Clark to Sarah Jane, eldest daughter of Benjamin Tydd of London.

Friday, December 18, 1896

CLARK-TYDD - On the 16^th inst., at the residence of the bride’s uncle, J. N. Tydd, 143 Bay st. north, by the Rev. Dr. Fraser, Alex. Clark to Sarah Jane, eldest daughter of Benjamin Tydd of London.

Saturday, December 19, 1896

AIKENS-REEVES - On Thursday, December 17^th, by the Rev. James Gourlay, Hattie, second daughter of the late Joseph Reeves to Samuel Aikens

Wednesday, December 23, 1896

BAXTER-RENWICK - On Tuesday evening Dec. 22, at the Central Presbyterian church, by the Rev. Dr. Lyle, Thomas J. Baxter, to Miss Helen Isabel Renwick, both of Hamilton.

BOWMAN-REILLY -Rev. A. L. Gee, of this city, officiated at the marriage of John W. Bowman to Miss Grace Reilly at Welland yesterday.

Saturday, December 26, 1896

EVANS-CREEN - On Thursday evening, Dec. 24, at the residence of the bride’s mother, 542 Main street east, by the Rev. Dr. Fraser, W. T. Evans, B.A. of Osgoode Hall, Barrister-at-Law, to Annie , only daughter of the late John Creen.

FINCH-REYNOLDS - On December 25, 1896, at the residence of the bride’s parents, 39 Oxford street, by the Rev. Dr. L. Tovell, Lyman Churchill Finch to Harriett, second daughter of James Reynolds Esq.

ANDERSON-CANNOM - On Thursday, Dec 24, at the residence of the bride’s parents, 144 Erie avenue by the Rev. J. F. Barker, Angus J. Anderson to Miss Grace, second daughter of Mr. Elijah Cannom.

BALDWIN-ATKINS - On Dec. 25, 1896, at the Church of the Ascension, by the Rev.W. H. Wade, Miss Belle Atkins, youngest daughter of Abraham Atkins, of Lindsay, Ont., to Frederick Baldwin, of Hamilton.

SMITH-HOWICK - On Christmas Day, Dec. 25, by the Rev. Geo. Forneret, Wm. A. Smith, to Lillie M. youngest daughter of Wm. Howick Esq., both of this city.

Monday, December 28, 1896

WHATMOUGH-GALLAGHER - A quiet wedding took place in Toronto on Wednesday, Dec. 23, at the residence of the bride’s parents, Ontario street, when Annie, only daughter of J. C. Whatmough, was married to George T. Gallagher, of Burlington plains.

Tuesday, December 29, 1896

KAISER-LISTER - At the residence of S. F. Lazier, Esq., Q. C., brother-in-law of the bride, on the 26^th inst., by the Rev. W. L. Rutledge, of Brantford, brother-in-law of the bride, assisted by the Rev. J. V. Smith, D. D., Louise, youngest daughter of the late Joseph Lister, Esq., to Thomas Erlin Kaiser, M. D. of Oshawa.

Wednesday, December 30, 1896

ARMSTRONG-FORSYTHE - At the residence of the bride’s sister, Chicago, by the Right Reverend Bishop Fallows, Sadie Forsythe to Will E. Armstrong of Toronto.

HULL-JEROME (Caledonia) - Wesley Hull, a well known young farmer of North Seneca, was married one day the past week to Miss Melissa Jerome, of Mount Hope. Both of the young people are very highly respected in the communities they live in. They will settle down to house-keeping on the farm of the bridegroom’s father, who is going to Beamsville to live.

URIE-HEDDLE (Caledonia) - Quite a few of the prominent citizens are invited to the wedding next Wednesday, of John Urie, of St. Thomas, and Miss Jessie Heddle, the popular alto of the Presbyterian choir of this village. Mr. Urie was formerly a teacher in the Caledonia Model school, but is now the principal of one of the Railroad City public schools.

Thursday, December 31, 1896

BROWN-McINTYRE - At Point Edward, on Dec. 23, 1896, by the Rev. John Edie, James H. Brown, of Hamilton, to Miss Maggie McIntyre, of Point Edward.

James H. Brown, of this city, chief engineer of the Mackay line of steamers, was married

on Dec. 23 to Miss Maggie McIntyre of Point Edward. The wedding ceremony was celebrated at the home of the bride’s mother. Many valuable gifts to the bride showed how highly esteemed she was at home, and hearty wishes were expressed for her future happiness.

CLARK-HUNTER - On Dec. 30^th, at 68 Bay st. south, by the Rev. James VanWyck, William J. Clark, to Fanny E. Hunter, both of this city.

DAME-YOUNG - On Thursday, Dec. 31^st, 1896, at the Centenary church by the Rev. J.V. Smith, D.D., A.A. Dame, M D. to Mrs. Lillie C. Young, both of Toronto.

GERRIE-GILLESPIE - On Wednesday, Dec. 30^th at the residence of the bride’s mother, Queenston st., St. Catharines, by the Rev. L. Tovell D. D., assisted by Rev. F. A. Cassidy, John W. Gerrie, Hamilton, to Jeanette, daughter of the late James Gillespie.

John W. Gerrie, druggist, James street north, was married in St. Catharines yesterday to Miss Jeanette Gillespie, daughter of the late James Gillespie of that city. Rev. Dr. Tovell, assisted by Rev. F. A. Cassidy, officiated.

PEACOCK-HARE - Last night there was a pleasant event at Lemon Dale, Winona, the residence of John White, his adopted daughter, Miss Clara Kate Peacock, being married to Vivian Hare, of Uxbridge. Immediate relatives to the number of about 30 were present. The bride was beautifully attired, and was attended by two maids of honour, Miss Leone Park, of Brantford, and Miss Julia Carpenter, of Winona. Rev. F.E. Howitt, of St. George’s church, performed the ceremony. There were many beautiful presents. After the ceremony, supper was provided by Caterer Newport. Mr. & Mrs. Hare left for the east.

BEMROSE-CARLEY - In the presence of only the immediate relatives of the contracting parties, yesterday afternoon at 1:30 o’clock, Rev. M..L. Pearson, M.A., performed the ceremony by which two of Barrie’s most popular young people were joined to-gether in the holy bonds of wedlock. The happy event took place at the residence of Edmund Bemrose, the principals being his youngest daughter, Miss Nita, and George H. Carley, city representative for W.H. Gillard & Co., Hamilton, and eldest son of John Carley of this town.

HAYES-SHAVER - Last night at the residence of Geo. Hayes, corner of Barton street and East avenue, in the presence of about 60 relatives and immediate friends, Miss Clara Ethelwinne, Mr. Hayes eldest daughter, was wedded to Edward Osborne Shaver, of Ancaster. Rev. Dr. Philp, Wesley church, performed the ceremony, which occurred at 9 o’clock, and was followed by an evening of feasting and festivity. The bridesmaids were Miss Euretta Bennett Hayes, sister of the bride, and Miss Ethyle Gertrude Shaver, the grooms sister. John L. Davidson and Herbert Hawkins, of Brantford, were the best men.

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Blankstien....................................................... 6

Bock............................................................. 15

Bodden......................................................... 13

Border............................................................ 8

Boulter............................................................ 2

Bowman............................................. 8, 15, 20

Brackon.......................................................... 5

Bradwin.......................................................... 1

Briden............................................................. 4

Briggs........................................................... 19

Brown....................................................... 2, 22

Buchanan...................................................... 10

Bull............................................................... 17

Bunton............................................................ 7

Burns.............................................................. 7

Burrows........................................................ 12

Cameron......................................................... 2

Cannom........................................................ 21

Carley........................................................... 22

Carmichael.................................................... 17

Carroll........................................................... 18

Cashman......................................................... 2

Champ.................................................... 13, 14

Clark............................................. 6, 15, 20, 22

Collingwood................................................... 5

Collins.......................................................... 13

Coughlin......................................................... 7

Cranston....................................................... 12

Crawford...................................................... 14

Creen............................................................ 20

Creighton...................................................... 14

Crooks.......................................................... 19

Cutt................................................................ 9

Daly.............................................................. 15

Dame............................................................ 22

Davidson........................................................ 3

Daw.............................................................. 15

Dearness......................................................... 9

Degrow........................................................... 8

Dell............................................................... 16

Dempster...................................................... 18

Dickson........................................................ 15

Dingle........................................................... 11

Doyle.............................................................. 7

Duncan........................................................... 3

Dyment......................................................... 12

Easter.............................................................. 3

Eastman.......................................................... 1

Echlin........................................................... 12

Elliott............................................................ 13

Evans........................................................ 5, 20

Faustmann...................................................... 5

Filker.............................................................. 3

Finch............................................................. 21

Forsythe........................................................ 21

Foss................................................................ 4

Fraser............................................................ 19

Fritshaw........................................................ 17

Gallagher...................................................... 21

Gee............................................................... 10

Gerrie............................................................ 22

Gibson.......................................................... 19

Gillard.................................................... 13, 14

Gillespie........................................................ 22

Givin............................................................. 16

Glassco........................................................... 3

Gosnay......................................................... 14

Graham........................................................... 4

Grant.............................................................. 1

Green............................................................ 11

Grieve........................................................... 12

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

Harald........................................................... 14

Hare.......................................................... 6, 22

Harwood........................................................ 4

Hay................................................................. 5

Hayes............................................................ 22

Heaven........................................................... 8

Heddie.......................................................... 10

Heddle.......................................................... 21

Henderson.................................................... 15

Hennessy........................................................ 7

Hilliard........................................................... 9

Hodgins........................................................ 17

Holtby........................................................ 4, 5

Howard........................................................ 17

Howick......................................................... 21

Hull............................................................... 21

Hunt............................................................. 13

Hunter.......................................................... 22

Huton............................................................. 3

Inwood........................................................... 9

James.............................................................. 2

Jerome.......................................................... 21

Johnson....................................................... 5, 9

Jones............................................................... 8

Jopling............................................................ 7

Kaiser........................................................... 21

Keegan........................................................... 7

Keenleyside.................................................. 15

Kidd............................................................... 6

Knott.............................................................. 2

Krick............................................................... 8

Lacey.............................................................. 3

Land............................................................. 10

Landers......................................................... 19

Lanton.......................................................... 10

Laughlin....................................................... 12

Lennox......................................................... 10

Lewis............................................................ 15

Lister............................................................ 21

Lowery......................................................... 14

Lymburner.................................................... 13

MacInnes........................................................ 3

Magen............................................................. 4

Marentette...................................................... 7

Maybee........................................................... 2

McBride....................................................... 12

McCarty......................................................... 5

McCay.......................................................... 11

McComb......................................................... 6

McCowan..................................................... 19

McEvay........................................................ 15

McIlroy........................................................... 1

McIntyre....................................................... 22

McMaster..................................................... 14

McPherson.................................................... 16

Megan............................................................. 5

Menzies.......................................................... 4

Merritt.......................................................... 13

Mewes.......................................................... 11

Mishaw........................................................... 3

Mitchell...................................................... 5, 8

Morrison......................................................... 3

Morrow........................................................... 2

Mosgrove...................................................... 17

Murdock....................................................... 19

Murray...................................................... 1, 12

Neff................................................................ 3

Neill.............................................................. 17

Nelson.......................................................... 12

Nevill............................................................ 15

Newton........................................................... 1

Nice.............................................................. 10

Ogilbee........................................................... 6

O’Dell........................................................... 11

O’Neil............................................................. 2

Patrick............................................................ 5

Patterson....................................................... 12

Peacock........................................................ 22

Peart............................................................... 8

Pew................................................................. 8

Pirie.............................................................. 19

Pitcher............................................................ 2

Poe.................................................................. 9

Potter............................................................ 19

Price.............................................................. 16

Pullen.............................................................. 8

Pyle............................................................... 13

Quinsey.......................................................... 8

Randall......................................................... 18

Rastrick........................................................ 19

Raycroft....................................................... 17

Reeves.......................................................... 20

Reilly............................................................ 20

Renwick....................................................... 20

Reynolds.................................................. 2, 21

Ribetti........................................................... 10

Rogers.......................................................... 17

Rohmer......................................................... 14

Ross.............................................................. 18

Rouse............................................................ 16

Rowley......................................................... 11

Rozel.............................................................. 6

Ryder............................................................ 17

Rymal........................................................... 18

Salmon.......................................................... 18

Seldon............................................................ 6

Seymour....................................................... 13

Shaver....................................................... 9, 22

Sievert.......................................................... 14

Simpson........................................................ 18

Sinker........................................................... 19

Smelser......................................................... 16

Smith................................ 9, 11, 15, 16, 20, 21

Snyder.......................................................... 14

Somerville..................................................... 14

Steele............................................................ 17

Stewart......................................................... 17

Tasker........................................................... 13

Thomas........................................................... 7

Thompson............................................... 14, 18

Thurston......................................................... 2

Tweedie........................................................ 12

Tydd............................................................. 20

Urie............................................................... 21

Vaughn........................................................... 6

Wagner......................................................... 14

Walker............................................................ 6

Waller........................................................... 15

Walling........................................................... 5

Walsh........................................................ 7, 16

Watson..................................................... 4, 12

Webb.............................................................. 3

Welch........................................................... 13

Whatmough.................................................. 21

Wheeler........................................................ 12

White.............................................................. 3

Whitelaw...................................................... 13

Willson......................................................... 10

Winnett......................................................... 15

Young........................................................... 22