Effie Adele "Adele" Winger

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• Interesting: artist
• Name: Adele Winger
• Name: Effie Adele "Adele" Ratz
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-96856
• Residence: 1911, Elmira, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Lutheran

Notes:

Elmira Mourns Untimely Death of Mrs. L. Ratz
Daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. Winger Passes at Early Hour this Morning
Was an Artist of Merit
Talent Asserted Itself in Childhood; funeral to be Held on Saturday

A death which particularly touched the people of Elmira occurred in the early hours of Thursday morning when Mrs. Lorne Ratz, (E. Adell Winger), beloved wife of L. Lorne Ratz, and daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. Winger, passed away following a lingering illness.

The late Mrs. Ratz was born in Elmira on December 8, 1894. She attended school here and later spent a year at Branksome Hall, Toronto. On June 1922, she was married to L. Lorne Ratz, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Simon Ratz, of Elmira. They lived for four years in Oshawa, Mrs. Ratz returning to Elmira about a year ago, when her health began to fail.

The late Mrs. Ratz had a bright and genial disposition which won for her many friends. She possessed a genuine talent for painting, and when but a little girl won the prize offered by the publisher of the Girls' Annual for the best copy of a tulip made by a public school pupil in the Province of Ontario.

She is survived by her husband and small son, Jack, as well as by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. Winger, all of whom have the deepest sympathy of the community.

The funeral will be held on Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the home of Mr. and Mrs. A. Winger, Centre Street. Following this, a service will be held in St. Paul's Lutheran Church of which the late Mrs. Ratz was a member.

Effie married Irvin Lorne "Lorne" Ratz Jun 1922. Irvin (son of Simon H. Ratz and Mary Weitzel) was born 16 Mar 1894, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]

1. Jack Ratz

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• Elected Office: Elmira, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; town council
• FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/83649792
• Interesting: politics, public service
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-96854
• Occupation: 1891, Elmira, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Foreman
• Residence: 1891, Elmira, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Lutheran
• Occupation: 1901, Elmira, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Felter
• Club Membership: 1903, Elmira, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Elmira Musical Society
• Occupation: 1911, Elmira, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Merchant
• Residence: 1911, Elmira, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Lutheran

Notes:

Elmira - Amasa Winger, 83, prominent Elmira citizen and merchant here for many years, died early today in London, Ont. Funeral arrangements are not completed.

The Kitchener-Waterloo Record 10 Jan 1953

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AMASA WINGER

A prominent citizen of Elmira, Amasa Winger, 83, died at London, Saturday.

A dry goods merchant for over 40 years in Elmira, Mr. Winger had been a member of the town council for five years, a member of the board of trade for 50 years and chairman of the P.U.C. for 15 years. Active in the Elmira Musical Society for 45 years, he was conductor of the St. Paul's Lutheran Church choir for 35 years. He was chairman of the congregation for 26 years and was the first president of the Elmira Red Cross.

A son of the Mr. and Mrs. Henry Winger, he was born at Elmira, August 18, 1869. In 1893 he married the former Ida Mogk, who predeceased him October 31, 1938. His marriage to the former Clara Allemang, who survives, took place in 1940.

Surviving besides his wife is one grandson, Jack Ratz, Oshawa. One daughter Mrs. Lorne (Adele) Ratz predeceased him in 1927.

The body was at the Dreisinger Funeral Parlor until 1 p.m. Tuesday when removal was made to St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Elmira, for service at 2:30 p.m. Friends were asked to pay their respects prior to the service. Rev. Frank Malinsky officiated.

Elmira Signet 1953 Jan

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ELMIRA

SHOE, FELT AND WOOLEN WORKS

Among the manufacturing industries of Elmira the above concern must be reckoned one of the most important, as it gives employment to the largest number of wage-earners and many of them expert and skilled mechanics. It is a part of the old Winger & Weaver Woolen factory. The latter, the first indusdry of note in this town, was established in 1856, by Peter Winger and Samuel Weaver who were prominent among the early settlers in this vicinity. They commenced operations in 1856 and continued to run it until 1873, when Mr. Henry Winger, son of the well known member of the firm, took charge and operated it until 1883, and after that in company with his brother, J. B. Winger, until 1895, at which time they added the felt manufactory. It was then operated by J. B. Winger and Amasa Winger for short one year, when in the spring of 1896, a joint stock company was formed and the plant improved and placed on a more extensive scale. The company is made up of some of the leading and most responsible citzens of the town, viz: Henry Winger, J. B. Winger, Amasa Winger, J. P. Lackhardt, Weber & Erb, M. Weichel, J. S. Weichel, Daniel Ratz, Casper Ziegler, David Snider, Chas. Klinck and son George, Henry Mogk and Isaac Hilborn. Board of Directors: A. H Erb, President; Henry Winger, Daniel Ratz, Casper Ziegler and J. P. Luckhardt, John Peel, Treasurer and general manager.

They manufacture both leather and felt goods, and the class of work turned out is equal in style, workmanship, finish and material to that of any other establishment of the kind in Ontario. There is a steady demand for about all the company can manufacture with their present facilities, most of their goods going to the Northwest and the Maritime Provinces. From twenty-five to thirty hands are employed. The factory is equipped with the latest and best improved machinery, and a walk through the building when all hands are at work will convince any person that experienced workmen are employed and that great care is exercised in putting the material together in a way that must produce a popular and durable article. The very latest styles of footwear are turned out. The company still continues the woolen factory and manufactures fine tweeds, flannels blankets and other woolen goods, and are always prepared for custom work.

Waterloo County Chronicle 27 Jan 1898, p. 3

Amasa married Ida Amelia Mogk 18 Apr 1893. Ida (daughter of Casper Mogk and Charlotte Henzel) was born 19 Sep 1872, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 31 Oct 1938, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Elmira Union Cemetery, Elmira, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/83649528
• Name: Ida Amelia Winger
• Residence: 16 Centre St., Elmira, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-96855
• Residence: 1881, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Lutheran
• Residence: 1891, Elmira, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Lutheran
• Residence: 1911, Elmira, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Lutheran
• Residence: 1926, Elmira, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Notes:

WEDDING BELLS

Married at the residence of the bride's father, Mr. Casper Mogk, by Rev. A. R. Achulzon Tuesday, April 18th, Mr. Amasa Winger to Miss Ida Amelia Mogk, both of Elmira. The bridesmaids were Miss Lizziee Mogk, the bride's sister, and Miss Ida Otto, of Toronto, while Mr. William Weichel, of Galt, and Mr. Angus Wager, of Toronto were the best men. The bride was suitably attired and looked charming in a pink and green shot silk, the first bridesmaid in a black silk and the second in a brown silk dress. The young couple were the recipients of numerous costly and handsome presents. Mr. and Mrs. J. Diegel, Mr. and Mrs. J.S. Roos, Mr. and Mrs. Krafft and Mr. Henry Mogk of Waterloo; Mrs. Stevenson of Drumbo and Miss Emily Mogk of Berlin. Besides these a large number of invited guests from the village were present. In the evening the band and maennerchor also, put in their appearance in response to an invitation and helped to enliven the proceedings with music and song. All present enjoyed themselves and were unanimous in wishing Mr. and Mrs. Amada Winger many happy years of married life. The Advertiser office joins in with them in their well-wishes and congratulations. What helped to augment the festive occasion was the fact that the bride's father, Mr. C. Mogk, celebrated the 52nd anniversary of this birthday on the same day. We wish Mr. Mogk may happy returns of his birthday anniversary.

Elmira Advertizer 20 Apr 1893

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MRS. IDA A. WINGER
By Record Correspondent,

ELMIRA, Oct. 1 - Mrs. Ida A. Winger, 16 Centre street, Elmira, died early this morning in the K-W Hospital where she had been ill for three weeks. Mrs.Winger attended St. Paul's Lutheran church and was active in the Ladies' Aid and sewing circle of the church. She was born in Waterloo and came to Elmira early in her life.

She is survived by her husband, one brother, H. B. Mogk of Detroit, one sister Mrs. Fred Estel, Preston and one grandson. One daughter Mrs. Lorne Ruiz predeceased her.

A private funeral service will be held at her late residence Tuesday afternoon at two o'clock and public services at St. Paul's church followed by interment in Elmira Union Cemetery. Rev. F. Malinsky will be in charge of the services. The remains will be resting at the Dreisinger Funeral Chapel until tomorrow when they will be removed to the residence.

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• Eby ID Number: 00128-8014
• Residence: 1851, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1866, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Occupation: 1871, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Factory Hand
• Occupation: 1881, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Woolen Manufacturer
• Occupation: 1891, Elmira, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Manufacturer
• Occupation: 1901, Elmira, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Manufacturer
• Residence: 1903, Elmira, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Occupation: 1911, Elmira, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Income
• Residence: 1911, Elmira, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Lutheran

Notes:

Henry B. Winger, "was born April 5th, 1841. He is married to Magdalena Schnarr and resides in Elmira where he, in partnership with his brother, is engaged in the woollen Manufacturing business. To them are born two children"

Eby, Ezra E. (1895). A biographical history of Waterloo township and other townships of the county: being a history of the early settlers and their descendants, mostly all of Pennsylvania Dutch origin: as also much other unpublished historical information chiefly of a local character. Berlin [Kitchener, Ont.]: [s.n.].

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Mr. Henry Winger was born at Bridgeport and came to Elmira about the year 1855. He is the oldest son of the late Peter Winger and was engaged in the business of his father for some years. Later he acquired the Woollen Mills which he conducted many years. A number of years before being converted into a felt factory, the establishment was conducted under the firm name of Hy. & J. B. Winger. Mr. Winger has been a successful business man, and has done good service in the village council 9 years.

Enterprising Elmira Souvenir, An historical, descriptive, and illustrated Book of the Village of Elmira, Waterloo County, Ontario, Canada, published by George Klinck, 1903.

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ELMIRA

SHOE, FELT AND WOOLEN WORKS

Among the manufacturing industries of Elmira the above concern must be reckoned one of the most important, as it gives employment to the largest number of wage-earners and many of them expert and skilled mechanics. It is a part of the old Winger & Weaver Woolen factory. The latter, the first indusdry of note in this town, was established in 1856, by Peter Winger and Samuel Weaver who were prominent among the early settlers in this vicinity. They commenced operations in 1856 and continued to run it until 1873, when Mr. Henry Winger, son of the well known member of the firm, took charge and operated it until 1883, and after that in company with his brother, J. B. Winger, until 1895, at which time they added the felt manufactory. It was then operated by J. B. Winger and Amasa Winger for short one year, when in the spring of 1896, a joint stock company was formed and the plant improved and placed on a more extensive scale. The company is made up of some of the leading and most responsible citzens of the town, viz: Henry Winger, J. B. Winger, Amasa Winger, J. P. Lackhardt, Weber & Erb, M. Weichel, J. S. Weichel, Daniel Ratz, Casper Ziegler, David Snider, Chas. Klinck and son George, Henry Mogk and Isaac Hilborn. Board of Directors: A. H Erb, President; Henry Winger, Daniel Ratz, Casper Ziegler and J. P. Luckhardt, John Peel, Treasurer and general manager.

They manufacture both leather and felt goods, and the class of work turned out is equal in style, workmanship, finish and material to that of any other establishment of the kind in Ontario. There is a steady demand for about all the company can manufacture with their present facilities, most of their goods going to the Northwest and the Maritime Provinces. From twenty-five to thirty hands are employed. The factory is equipped with the latest and best improved machinery, and a walk through the building when all hands are at work will convince any person that experienced workmen are employed and that great care is exercised in putting the material together in a way that must produce a popular and durable article. The very latest styles of footwear are turned out. The company still continues the woolen factory and manufactures fine tweeds, flannels blankets and other woolen goods, and are always prepared for custom work.

Waterloo County Chronicle 27 Jan 1898, p. 3

Henry married Magdalena Schnarr 9 Jan 1866, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Magdalena (daughter of Balthaser Schnarr and Mary Reibling) was born 21 Aug 1844, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 7 Feb 1911, Elmira, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Elmira Union Cemetery, Elmira, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Magdalena Winger
• Eby ID Number: 00128-8014.1
• Residence: 1866, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1871, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Lutheran
• Residence: 1891, Elmira, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Lutheran

Notes:

The residents of Elmira were shocked last Tuesday by the news that Mrs. Henry Winger, aged and respected resident had suddenly died of heart disease. Although suffering from ill health during several years the deceased was able to be about the house and to visit her neighbors last week. On Tuesday she was preparing the noon meal while her husband was engaged in the furnace room. After being thus engaged for some time Mr. Winger noticed that it was unusually quiet in the kitchen. He mounted the steps and was dumb founded to see his wife seated on the wood box, her spirit departed.

The funeral will take place next Friday afternoon.

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• FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/83649627
• Occupation: , New York State, USA; shoemaker
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-26266
• Immigration: 1859, , Canada
• Immigration: 1859, , Ontario, Canada
• Occupation: 1870, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; shoemaker
• Occupation: 1871, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Shoemaker
• Residence: 1871, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Lutheran
• Naturalization: 1878
• Naturalization: 1878, , Ontario, Canada
• Occupation: 1881, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Shoemaker
• Residence: 1881, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Lutheran
• Business: 1889, Ontario House, Elmira, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Ontario House
• Occupation: 1891, Elmira, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Hotel Keeper
• Residence: 1891, Elmira, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Lutheran
• Occupation: 1901, Elmira, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Hotel Keeper "Ontario House"
• Occupation: 1911, Elmira, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Hotel Keeper
• Residence: 1911, Elmira, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Lutheran

Notes:

DEATH OF CASPER MOGK REMOVES NOTED FIGURE FROM TOWN'S LIFE

85-Year-Old Resident Succumbs in Hospital to Accident Suffered Few Days Ago; Spent Two-Score Years in Town and Originally Owned Ontario House; A Noted Vocalist

The death of Casper Mogk in the Kitchener and Waterloo hospital on Wednesday afternoon, May 12, closed the life of one who had been closely in touch with the development of Elmira for the last 40 years. Born at Echziel, Grosz Herzogthum, Hesson on April 18, 1841, the late Mr. Mogk emigrated to this country at 18 years of age. For two years he followed the trade of shoemaker in New York, after which he went to Waterloo. There he married Charlotte Henzel, a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Peter Henzel. At that time he came to Elmira, and spent a short period here as a shoemaker, later returning to Waterloo. In 1889 he purchased the Ontario House where he has lived ever since.
On April 18, Mr. Mogk was 85 years of age and a number of his old friends gathered at the Ontario House to celebrate the occasion with him.
In spite of his age, he has enjoyed fairly good health, and his sudden death was the result of an unfortunate accident which occurred a few days ago. While coming out of Werner's Drug store he slipped and fell, fracturing his arm. He was immediately removed to the Kitchener and Waterloo hospital where he passed away on Wednesday.

The late Mr. Mogk was a member of the Masonic Order and also held the 50 year jewel of the Odd Fellows. In his younger days he was solo bass of the Liedertaufel and Harmonic Singing Clubs, and was actively interested in all sports.

His wife predeceased him 26 years ago. There were eight children, two of whom died in infancy, and William who died 19 years ago. The survivors are Mary (Mrs. H. J. Gibson) of Elmira, Henry B. Mogk of Detroit; Ida (Mrs. A. Winger) of Elmira, Elizabeth (Mrs. F. W. Eitel) of Orillia, and Emil O. Mogk of Detroit.

The funeral will be held on Saturday afternoon with service at the house at 52 Arthur street at 2 p.m. and later at St. James's Lutheran Church. Interment will be made in the Union Cemetery.

Elmira Signet 13 May 1926

Casper married Charlotte Henzel 6 Oct 1864, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Charlotte (daughter of Peter Henzel and Jacobine) was born 1846, , Germany; died 8 Aug 1900; was buried , Elmira Union Cemetery, Elmira, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/83649636
• Name: Charlotte Mogk
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-26271
• Birth: 1848, , Germany
• Residence: 1871, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Lutheran
• Residence: 1881, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Lutheran
• Residence: 1891, Elmira, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Lutheran

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• Elected Office: Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Deputy Reeve of Woolwich Township
• Interesting: post, business, politics, life story
• Name: Peter Wenger
• Eby ID Number: 00128-8012
• Elected Office: 1850, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; councillor - Woolwich Township
• Occupation: 1851, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Elected Office: 1853, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; councilor of Waterloo County Council
• Occupation: 1861, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Merchant
• Residence: 1861, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Prodestant
• Occupation: 1 Oct 1863, Elmira, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Postmaster
• Business: 1867, Elmira, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Winger & Weaver - Staple & Fancy Dry Goods
• Occupation: 1871, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Postmaster
• Occupation: 1881, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Postmaster

Notes:

Peter Winger, "the eldest in the family, was born in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, April 18th, 1818. In 1834, he, in company with one George Eby, drove with a horse and buggy from Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, to Waterloo County, Ontario, making the trip in two weeks. In fall of the same year he returned to Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, where he remained until May, 1835, when he made the second trip to Canada and settled in Berlin, Ontario. He worked the first year in the town of Waterloo, on Mr. Jacob Schneider's sawmills, receiving the wonderful salary of #7 per month. On November 7th, 1837, he went to Bridgeport and engaged himself to the late Jacob S. Shoemaker as miller, in whose service he remained eleven years. In September, 1848, he moved to Woolwich Township, on the farm now possessed by Isaac Hilborn. In January, 1849, he was appointed assessor for Woolwich Township, then including Pilkington Township. He was one of the early councillors of Woolwich Township and was deputy reeve when Berlin was made the county town for the newly formed county of Waterloo. Later in life he was engaged in the mercantile, woollen and lumber business. About the year 1867 he received the appointment of post master for Elmira which position he held until his death which took place July 27th, 1889. The following interesting notice has been taken from the pages of Mr. Winger's journal, now in possession of his son, Jacob: "At a meeting called by public notice from Peter Winger, Esq., reeve of the township of Woolwich, held at St. Jacobs on the 26th day of March, 1853, for the purpose of forming a township Agricultural Society. Upon the notice being read and the object being explained for which the meeting was called it was unanimously resolved that a society be forthwith formed, to be called the Township of Woolwich Agricultural Society. Thereupon James Mirrilees was called to the chair. When it was moved by B. H. Curtis, seconded by John Meyers that James Dow be president and Charles Henry vice-president for the current year. 1st, Moved by Chas. Hendry, seconded by James MaConichee that the following gentlemen be directors for the current year, viz: B. H. Curtis, John Seaton, John Meyers, James Burnett, James Hall, Wm. H Peterson, Jacob Winkler and Joseph Hardy. 2nd, Moved by John Meyers, seconded by Charles Hendry that James Mirrilees be appointed secretary and treasurer. Thereupon the meeting adjourned: the directors to meet again at Kuntze's Hotel, Conestogo, on Saturday, April 23rd, (1853) at the hour of 2 o'clock in the afternoon." Mr. Winger was married, January 24th 1838, to Maria Baumann (No. 314) who was born January 1st, 1817, and died in Elmira, April 25th, 1886. Some time after her decease he was again married to Catherine Martin, widow of the late Moses Musselman. To him and his first wife was born a family of seven children"


Eby, Ezra E. (1895). A biographical history of Waterloo township and other townships of the county: being a history of the early settlers and their descendants, mostly all of Pennsylvania Dutch origin: as also much other unpublished historical information chiefly of a local character. Berlin [Kitchener, Ont.]: [s.n.].

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It becomes our duty this week to chronicle the death of our respected Postmaster, Peter Winger, which took place Saturday evening at 5 o'clock, without a struggle. Mr. Winger had been failing for a year past but more noticeably the last few months, and though feeling his natural powers failing, yet being possessed of great energy, was unwilling to yield and only took his bed about two weeks previous to his demise. Mr. Winger was born on the 18th of April, 1818 in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania and was therefore in his 72nd year. He came to Canada a the age of 17 in company with Mr. George Eby. They drove from Lancaster County to Waterloo with a one horse conveyance and after spending the summer here prospecting returned in the fall and accompanied by his parents again returned to Canada and located in Berlin.

He was first employed by a Mr. Snyder of Waterloo at his saw mill, but being inclined for flour milling removed to Bridgeport and learned the milling business under Mr. Jacob Shoemaker of the Bridgeport mills and remained there 12 years. Mr. Winger was a very powerful man and in his younger days thought it fun to carry a four bushel sack of wheat up two flight of stairs. Being of genial temperament was much beloved by all with whom he came in contact, either in business or pleasure. In the year 1848 Mr. Winger moved to the Township of Woolwich, where he bought the farm at present occupied by Mr. Isaac Hilborn, here he remained until 1855 when he removed to Elmira and entered into partnership with Isaac Wenger and S. S. Weaver, under the firm of Winger, Weaver and Co., as general Merchants. They also conducted the Woolen and Saw Mills.

Mr. Winger was the originator of the Woolwich Agricultural Show and for many years was Secretary of the same. In 1863 he received the appointment of Postmaster of Elmira, which position he filled with much satisfaction. Politically Mr. Winger was a consistant Reformer. For many years and during the early and trying history of the County he held a position in the Council, and was Deputy-Reeve of Woolwich during the time of building of the County Buildings and is the last of the then Council., which consisted of the following members" - John Scott M. D., Henry Snyder, John Hawk, Gabriel Hawk, John Ernst, Anthony Kaiser, Charles McGeorge, M. D., Duncan Ferguson, John Meyer, Peter Winter, Absolom Shade, Jacob Hespeler, Dr. Scott being Warden. It is to this Council that credit is due for obtaining the County seat at Berlin. The war was fierce and only resulted in Berlin gaining the day after many strategic efforts on the part of Galt and Southern portion of the County being outwitted by their northern contemporaries. Mr. Winger was one of the Board of Directors of the Waterloo Fire Insurance Company in its inception and in after years did valuable service as local agent for both Life and Fire Departments. Many who relied upon him for writing wills, deeds and conveyancing generally will miss him and his genial smile and friendly greetings will be missed from his usual place of business.

Mr. Winger leaves a wife and six children all of whom were around him during his last illness. His funeral was largely attended, among whom were many representative men from Waterloo, Berlin, Conestogo, Elora, St. Jacobs, Glenallan, Hawksville and the Townships of Peel, Woolwich and Wellesley. The serviced were conducted by Abram Martin, Mennonite Bishop, assisted by Rev. Mr. Wear, W. M. Minster of Elmira, His remains were deposited in the Mennonite burying ground near Elmira.


Elmira Advertiser 11 Aug 1889

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THE WOOLWICH COUNCIL

A Woolwich Township Council was organized on January 21st, 1850. The councillors were: John Meyer, Edward Passmore, Peter Wenger, Peter Hay, and Wm. Veitch. They met "at Conestoga, in Kurtz's tavern." The members chose John Meyer as reeve and named James Dow as clerk and treasurer; Moses Springer as assessor on the east side of the Grand River and Christian Hurst on the west wide, each at 6 pounds ($24) a year; and Wm. Reynolds as collector, with a salary of five and a half per cent. of his collections. Charles Hendry was appointed auditor.

The council ordered a seal and studied a plan for building a bridge across the Conestoga River; appointed a road surveyor and considered the advisability of appointing a local superintendent of schools. For a number of years schools, bridges, roads, and the regulation of taverns were the chief items of business.

Waterloo County's provisional municipal council met in Berlin on May 3rd, 1852. Woolwich was represented by Reeve John Meyer and Deputy-Reeve Peter Wenger.

Waterloo Historical Society Annual Volume 1933 pg 134 - Woolwich Township - Its Early Settlement by W. V. Uttley

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ELMIRA

SHOE, FELT AND WOOLEN WORKS

Among the manufacturing industries of Elmira the above concern must be reckoned one of the most important, as it gives employment to the largest number of wage-earners and many of them expert and skilled mechanics. It is a part of the old Winger & Weaver Woolen factory. The latter, the first industry of note in this town, was established in 1856, by Peter Winger and Samuel Weaver who were prominent among the early settlers in this vicinity. They commenced operations in 1856 and continued to run it until 1873, when Mr. Henry Winger, son of the well known member of the firm, took charge and operated it until 1883, and after that in company with his brother, J. B. Winger, until 1895, at which time they added the felt manufactory. It was then operated by J. B. Winger and Amasa Winger for short one year, when in the spring of 1896, a joint stock company was formed and the plant improved and placed on a more extensive scale. The company is made up of some of the leading and most responsible citzens of the town, viz: Henry Winger, J. B. Winger, Amasa Winger, J. P. Lackhardt, Weber & Erb, M. Weichel, J. S. Weichel, Daniel Ratz, Casper Ziegler, David Snider, Chas. Klinck and son George, Henry Mogk and Isaac Hilborn. Board of Directors: A. H Erb, President; Henry Winger, Daniel Ratz, Casper Ziegler and J. P. Luckhardt, John Peel, Treasurer and general manager.

They manufacture both leather and felt goods, and the class of work turned out is equal in style, workmanship, finish and material to that of any other establishment of the kind in Ontario. There is a steady demand for about all the company can manufacture with their present facilities, most of their goods going to the Northwest and the Maritime Provinces. From twenty-five to thirty hands are employed. The factory is equipped with the latest and best improved machinery, and a walk through the building when all hands are at work will convince any person that experienced workmen are employed and that great care is exercised in putting the material together in a way that must produce a popular and durable article. The very latest styles of footwear are turned out. The company still continues the woolen factory and manufactures fine tweeds, flannels blankets and other woolen goods, and are always prepared for custom work.

Waterloo County Chronicle 27 Jan 1898, p. 3

Business:
from: Gazetteer and directory of the County of Waterloo. 1867

Peter married Maria Bauman 17 Dec 1839, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Maria (daughter of Benjamin W. Bauman and Anna Schneider) was born 1 Jan 1817, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 25 Apr 1886, Elmira, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Elmira Mennonite Cemetery, Elmira, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Maria Winger
• Eby ID Number: 00002-314
• Residence: 1851, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1861, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Prodestant
• Residence: 1871, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Maria Baumann, "the eldest daughter of Benjamin W. Baumann, was born January 1st, 1817. On November 22nd, 1839, she was married to Peter, son of John and Susannah (Eby) Winger. He was born in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, April 18th, 1818, and died at Elmira, April 25th, 1886. They were blessed with a family of seven children."


Eby, Ezra E. (1895). A biographical history of Waterloo township and other townships of the county: being a history of the early settlers and their descendants, mostly all of Pennsylvania Dutch origin: as also much other unpublished historical information chiefly of a local character. Berlin [Kitchener, Ont.]: [s.n.].

Other Events:

• Name: Baltzer Schnarr
• Eby ID Number: 00032-2784.44
• Occupation: 1852, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; farmer
• Occupation: 1871, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Tavern Keeper
• Residence: 1871, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Lutheran

Notes:

Balhaser is reported to have been born in Haegerfelde, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany, documentation needed.

Balthaser — Mary Reibling. Mary was born Mar 1812, , Germany; died 2 Sep 1900, Erbsville, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Mount Hope Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Maria Reibling
• Name: Mary Schnarr
• Eby ID Number: 00032-2784.45
• Residence: 1871, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Lutheran

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-26269
• Residence: 1841, Echzell, , Hessen, Germany

John — Anna Catherine Roos. Anna was born 14 Feb 1799, Echzell, , Hessen, Germany; died 1859. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Anna Catherine Mogk
• Name: Catherine Roos
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-26270
• Residence: 1841, Echzell, , Hessen, Germany

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-240172

Peter — Jacobine. Jacobine was born CALC 1815, of, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 11 Aug 1892, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Jacobine Henzel
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-240171
• Residence: 1881, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Lutheran