Elizabeth Davidson

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• Name: Elizabeth Gladstone
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-124678
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Free Church
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyerian

Notes:

Funeral Notice. Died, At Nithvale, on Thursday, June 28th, at 8 o'clock, A.M., In her 91st year, Elizabeth Davidson, Relict of the late Wm. Gladstone. The funeral will take place on Saturday, 30th inst., at 1 o'clock, p.m., from her son's residence, at Nithvale, to the place of interment, New Cemetery, Ayr. Friends and acquaintances respectfully invited. Nithvale, June 28th, 1883. Recorder Print, Ayr.

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Elizabeth — William Gladstone. William was born 1793, , Roxburghshire, Scotland; died 6 Feb 1872, Nithvale, North Dumfries, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 9 Feb 1872, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-122856
• Occupation: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Merchant
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Free Church
• Residence: 1865, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Occupation: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Ayr
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Retired: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Notes:

Died In Nithvale, at 11 o'clock on Sunday morning, October 2nd, 1898, Robert Gladstone, In his 86th year. The Funeral Will take place from his late residence, Nithvale, at Two o'clock on Tuesday afternoon, 4th instant, for the Ayr Cemetery. Friends and acquaintances are respectfully invited to attend.

^{Funeral Card}

Robert married Agnes Malcolm 29 Sep 1865, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Agnes (daughter of Hugh Malcolm and Barbara) was born CALC 5 Oct 1820, , Scotland; died 5 Feb 1893, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 6 Feb 1893, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Robert — Wilhelmine "Mina" Nichol. Wilhelmine was born 1812, , Scotland; died 28 Mar 1857, , Ontario, Canada; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Occupation: carpenter
• Occupation: Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; merchant
• Residence: Presbyterian
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-153774
• Immigration: 1840, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1848, Dumfries Township, Gore District, Ontario
• Occupation: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Merchant
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Free Church
• Residence: 1880, Bogle, Gentry, Missouri

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ALEXANDER GLADSTONE.

"Among those leading and representative farmers of Worth County whose labors have contributed to the material advancement and welfare of the community, one deserving of mention in a work of this nature is Alexander Gladstone, whose property of 200 acres is located in Middlefork Township. His life has been a busy and useful one and furnishes an example of honorable dealing, steadfast purpose, fidelity to principle and stalwart public spirit, and the high esteem accorded him by his fellow citizens has been honestly gained.

Mr. Gladstone came to Gentry County, Missouri, March 6, 1869, with his father, Walter Gladstone, the trip being made from Ontario, Canada, by rail to St. Joseph, and from that city to Gentry. The father, in making a previous trip to the county, had purchased 400 acres of land, partly in timber and partly prairie, and this is now a well-cultivated farm owned by Walter Gladstone, a younger brother of Alexander. Walter Gladstone, the father, came from Roxburghshire, Scotland, in 1840, the ocean trip consuming seven weeks, and landed in Canada, with his parents, William C. and Elizabeth (Davidson) Gladstone, both of whom died in Canada. Walter Gladstone was a carpenter by trade, and was also the proprietor of a general store at Ayr, Ontario,. for a period of fifteen years. Walter Gladstone resided on the Gentry County farm during the remaining years of his life, and there passed away in October, 1882. He married Jane Easton, who was born in Scotland, daughter of Alexander Easton, and came to Canada during the same year as her future husband, whom she married in 1847. They became the parents of the following children: William R., Eliza D., Alexander, Jennie, George E., Annie M., Walter and Mary, all of whom became identified with agriculture in Northwest Missouri. The father of these children became a charter member of the Presbyterian Church, when it was founded in Gentry County in 1872, and continued in that faith during all of his life, serving for some years as elder. His political belief was that of the republican party, and while he was never an office-seeker, he stalwartly supported the candidates and policies of his party.

Alexander Gladstone was born March 25, 1854, at Ayr, Ontario, Canada, and there received his early education in the public schools. He was fifteen years of age when he accompanied the family to Missouri, and here his education was completed in the country schools, following which he took up farming with his father. On April 24, 1878, he was married, and at that time erected a residence, barn and other buildings on a tract of seventy-five acres, belonging to his father, land which he soon broke to corn. This property has since been sold to two younger brothers, Mr. Gladstone purchasing 200 acres in Middlefork Township, section 33, township 64. Mr. Gladstone is accounted one of the most practical and progressive agriculturists of his township. He uses the latest improved machinery in the development of his farm, studies the best methods for producing the various cereals adapted to this climate, practices rotation of crops, and, above all, brings to his work that unflagging industry which seldom fails of accomplishment. It is this factor that has brought him a desired success and has gained him a place among the well-to-do farmers of his community. He has a set of good buildings, kept in the best of repair, and his live stock is fat and contented, while the general air of prosperity which hovers over the property gives eloquent evidence as to the good management and thrift of the owner.

Mr. Gladstone married Miss Nancy Jane Maxwell, daughter of Sam and Mary (Houser) Maxwell, of Gentry County, both of whom are now deceased. The Maxwells came originally from Ohio, moved later to Iowa, then to Kansas, and in 1877 came to G-entry County. There were eight children in the Maxwell family, namely: Robert F., Martha Ann, Helen, George, Nancy Jane, Mary, Samuel, and William J. Mrs. Gladstone was educated in the public schools and for several years was a teacher at Great Bend, Kansas, where she received the second teacher's certificate issued at that place.

Mr. and Mrs. Gladstone are members of the Presbyterian Church, in which she has served as superintendent of the Sunday school for a numbar of years and is also president of the Missionary Society, and has been active in religious work. Mr. Gladstone has been identified with the republican party, and although he has not sought political preference has been foremost in advancing the interests of his community, particularly in the line of educational work and good roads. He has served for several years as a member of the school board. To Mr. and Mrs. Gladstone there have been born the following children, all of whom have been given good educational advantages and fitted for the positions in life they have been called upon to fill: Mary, who married E. J. Lyle, a farmer of Nodaway County, Missouri, and has four children, Gladys, Merle, Ross and Hardie; Walter, a farmer whose property is located close to the family homestead, married Charlotte Marshall, and has two children, Opal and Ralph; Martha, who married C. E. Temple, professor of botany in the University of Idaho, and has four children, Margaret, Martha Ross, Helen and Robert; Samuel, of Salem, South Dakota, where he is engaged as a barber, has three children, Fern, Loreu and Bella; Bessie, who is the wife of J. W. Barker, proprietor of a livery and sales stable at Grant City, Missouri; Jane, who is attending the normal school at Marysville; and Helen, who resides at home with her parents."

\bA History of Northwest Missouri, 1915, The Lewis publishing company, Volume 2 pg 1217

Walter married Jane Easton 8 Jan 1848, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Jane (daughter of Alexander Easton and Jeannie Kyle) was born 28 Jan 1826, , Roxburghshire, Scotland; died 3 Mar 1914, Bogle Township, Gentry County, Missouri, USA; was buried , Knox Presbyterian Cemetery, Worth, Worth, Missouri, United States. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-124945
• Occupation: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Builder
• Residence: 1873, Salem, Wellington Co., Ontario, Canada

James married Elizabeth Edgar 15 Aug 1845, , Ontario, Canada. Elizabeth (daughter of James Edgar and Jean Douglas Wallace) was born 14 Jul 1826, Dunlop, , Ayr, Scotland; died 7 Aug 1907, Salem, Wellington Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried 10 Aug 1907, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Margaret Hall
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-33361
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Presbyterian
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presb.
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Residence: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian

Notes:

Died, At Ayr, on Tuesday, May 3rd, 1892, at 9: 15, A.M., Margaret Gladstone, Relict of the late Robert Hall, Aged 66 Years and 9 Months. Funeral, On Thursday afternoon, 5th inst., at 2 o'clock, from her late residence, Northumberland Street, to the place of interment, New Cemetery, Ayr. Friends and acquaintances are respectfully invited to attend. Ayr, May 3rd, 1892^.

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Margaret — Robert Hall. Robert (son of John Hall and Margaret Fail) was born CALC 27 Feb 1821, , Scotland; died 4 Nov 1885, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 6 Nov 1885, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Catharine "Kitty" "Katie" Rose
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-41044
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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Died, In Ayr, on Wednesday, 1st November, at 5 o'clock, P.M., Mrs. Catherine Rose, Aged 49 Years, and 3 Months. The Funeral Will take place on Friday, the 3rd Inst., at 1 o'clock, p.m., from her late residence, to the place of Interment, Knox's Church Burying Ground. Ayr, November 2nd, 1876.


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Catharine — Alexander Rose. Alexander (son of John Rose and Catherine Calder) was born 1822, , Scotland; died 11 Sep 1873, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 13 Sep 1873, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-251952
• Occupation: 1857, Nithvale, North Dumfries, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; mechanic
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Free Church
• Land - Directory: 1864, North Dumfries Concession 07 Lot 36, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

William — Helen G. Laidlaw Pringle. Helen (daughter of John Pringle and Jane Laidlaw) was born 1829, , Scotland; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Margaret Blake
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-154396

Margaret — James Blake. James was born Abt 1832, Of, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-154460
• Occupation: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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• Name: Jane Fair
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-339168
• Residence: 1858, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Free Church
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presb.
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Occupation: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Boarding House Keeper
• Residence: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian

Jane married William Fair 16 Jul 1858, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. William (son of William Fair and Isabella Tait) was born CALC 5 Nov 1836, , Roxburghshire, Scotland; died 5 May 1889, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Eliza
• Name: Elizabeth Whitson
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-58353P
• Residence: 1868, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Residence: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Residence: 1911, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

Notes:

At the residence of the bride's father, on Wednesday the 25th ult., by the Rev. D. McRuar, Mr. Thomas Whitson, to Miss Eliza Gladstone, both of Ayr.

Galt Reporter Dec 4 1868 pg 3

Elizabeth married Thomas Whitson 25 Nov 1868, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Thomas (son of James Whitson and Mary Scott) was born CALC 15 Jun 1840; died 28 Mar 1924, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 30 Mar 1924, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-113854
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Free Church
• Occupation: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Occupation: 1911, Roseville, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1911, Roseville, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

Notes:

Died In Nithvale, on Thursday, April 22, 1915, at 12 o'clock p.m. William Gladstone In his 70th year. The Funeral Will take place from his late residence, Nithvale, on Sunday, April 25, at 2.30 o'clock p.m., to the Ayr Cemetery. Friends and acquaintances will please accept this intimation

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William — Barbara Whitson. Barbara (daughter of James Whitson and Mary Scott) was born CALC 29 Jul 1849, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 8 Sep 1877, Nithville, Region of Waterloo, Ontario; was buried 11 Sep 1877, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

William married Isabella Reid 23 Jun 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Isabella (daughter of John Sanfield Reid and Isabella Mathison) was born CALC 5 Apr 1857, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 6 Dec 1935, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 7 Dec 1935, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-430211
• Occupation: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Dress Maker
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-251964
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Free Church

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-148292

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-153799
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Free Church

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-153994
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Free Church
• Residence: 1880, Bogle, Gentry, Missouri
• Residence: 1910, Bogle, Gentry, Missouri

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-154016
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Free Church

Notes:

Alexander Gladstone was born March 25, 1854, at Ayr, Ontario, Canada, and there received his early education in the public schools. He was fifteen years of age when he accompanied the family to Missouri, and here his education was completed in the country schools, following which he took up farming with his father. On April 24, 1878, he was married, and at that time erected a residence, barn and other buildings on a tract of seventy-five acres, belonging to his father, land which he soon broke to corn. This property has since been sold to two younger brothers, Mr. Gladstone purchasing 200 acres in Middlefork Township, section 33, township 64. Mr. Gladstone is accounted one of the most practical and progressive agriculturists of his township. He uses the latest improved machinery in the development of his farm, studies the best methods for producing the various cereals adapted to this climate, practices rotation of crops, and, above all, brings to his work that unflagging industry which seldom fails of accomplishment. It is this factor that has brought him a desired success and has gained him a place among the well-to-do farmers of his community. He has a set of good buildings, kept in the best of repair, and his live stock is fat and contented, while the general air of prosperity which hovers over the property gives eloquent evidence as to the good management and thrift of the owner.

Mr. Gladstone married Miss Nancy Jane Maxwell, daughter of Sam and Mary (Houser) Maxwell, of Gentry County, both of whom are now deceased. The Maxwells came originally from Ohio, moved later to Iowa, then to Kansas, and in 1877 came to G-entry County. There were eight children in the Maxwell family, namely: Robert F., Martha Ann, Helen, George, Nancy Jane, Mary, Samuel, and William J. Mrs. Gladstone was educated in the public schools and for several years was a teacher at Great Bend, Kansas, where she received the second teacher's certificate issued at that place.

Mr. and Mrs. Gladstone are members of the Presbyterian Church, in which she has served as superintendent of the Sunday school for a numbar of years and is also president of the Missionary Society, and has been active in religious work. Mr. Gladstone has been identified with the republican party, and although he has not sought political preference has been foremost in advancing the interests of his community, particularly in the line of educational work and good roads. He has served for several years as a member of the school board. To Mr. and Mrs. Gladstone there have been born the following children, all of whom have been given good educational advantages and fitted for the positions in life they have been called upon to fill: Mary, who married E. J. Lyle, a farmer of Nodaway County, Missouri, and has four children, Gladys, Merle, Ross and Hardie; Walter, a farmer whose property is located close to the family homestead, married Charlotte Marshall, and has two children, Opal and Ralph; Martha, who married C. E. Temple, professor of botany in the University of Idaho, and has four children, Margaret, Martha Ross, Helen and Robert; Samuel, of Salem, South Dakota, where he is engaged as a barber, has three children, Fern, Loreu and Bella; Bessie, who is the wife of J. W. Barker, proprietor of a livery and sales stable at Grant City, Missouri; Jane, who is attending the normal school at Marysville; and Helen, who resides at home with her parents."

\bA History of Northwest Missouri, 1915, The Lewis publishing company, Volume 2 pg 1217

Alexander married Nancy Jane Maxwell 24 Apr 1878, , Worth Co., Missouri. Nancy was born 3 Oct 1860, , Washington Co., Iowa; died 9 Jul 1928, Grant City, Worth, Missouri, United States; was buried , Knox Presbyterian Cemetery, Worth, Worth, Missouri, United States. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-250200
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Free Church
• Residence: 1880, Bogle, Gentry, Missouri

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-154050
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Free Church
• Residence: 1880, Bogle, Gentry, Missouri

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-154127
• Residence: 1880, Bogle, Gentry, Missouri
• Residence: 1910, Bogle, Gentry, Missouri

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Annie Gladstone - Word has been received here of the death at St. Joseph, Missouri, on September 24th, of Annie Gladstone, in her 71st year. Deceased was born in Ayr, being a daughter of the late Walter Gladstone, who formerly conducted a store on the corner now occupied by W. A. Upton. Her mother's maiden name was Jane Easton, a daughter of the late Alexander Easton, one of the original settlers of this community. Deceased left Ayr some 50 years ago, but returned to visit at various times. She had many relatives in this section.

The Ayr News Oct 13 1932 pg 8

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-154238
• Residence: 1880, Bogle, Gentry, Missouri
• Residence: 1910, Bogle, Gentry, Missouri

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-154349
• Residence: 1880, Bogle, Gentry, Missouri
• Residence: 1880, Bogle, Gentry, Missouri

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• Name: Jane Wallace "Jeannie" Anderson
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-251809
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Free Church

Jane married Osgood McKenzie Anderson 4 Jan 1871, , Wellington Co., Ontario, Canada. Osgood (son of Thomas Anderson and Mary Muir) was born 13 Aug 1844, , Inverness, Scotland; died 13 Jun 1928, Guelph City, Wellington Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried , Woodlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Guelph City, Wellington Co., Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-124960

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-124946
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Free Church

Notes:

Died. at her Father's residence, in Salem, on Saturday evening, the 17th May, at 5 o'clock, Elizabeth Davidson, Second daughter of James Gladstone, aged 19 Years, 6 Months and 19 Days. The Funeral will take place on Tuesday, 20th inst., from the Galt Station, on arrival of the 1: 55 P.M. train, to the Burying Ground in Ayr. Salem, May 19th, 1873.


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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-251812
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Free Church

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-138615
• Occupation: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Builder
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Presbyterian
• Residence: 1867, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Occupation: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Carpenter
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presb.
• Occupation: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Carpenter
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Occupation: 1882, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; carpenter
• Residence: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Residence: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Carpenter
• Elected Office: 1895, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Councillor - Ayr Municial Council

John married Isabella Brown 27 Apr 1882, Brantford, Brant Co., Ontario, Canada. Isabella (daughter of David Brown and Isabella Lillico) was born 31 Mar 1856, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada; died 7 Dec 1941, Toronto, York Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried 10 Dec 1941, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

John married Jane Bell 13 Sep 1867, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Jane (daughter of John B. Bell and Mary Abigail Parsons) was born CALC 4 Feb 1849, St. George, South Dumfries Twp., Brant Co., Ontario, Canada; died 4 Nov 1878, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-138635
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Presbyterian
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presb.
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Residence: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian

Notes:

The death took place at Toronto on Sunday of Miss Eliza Hall, elder daughter of the late Robert Hall of Ayr, aged 73 years. The deceased lived in Ayr up to a few years ago, but latterly had resided with her sister, Mrs. Maggie Abra. They have a large connection here. Interment was made in the Ayr cemetery on Tuesday.

The Ayr News Jan 23 1919 pg 1

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-127669
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Presbyterian
• Occupation: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Carpenter
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presb.
• Occupation: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Caroenter
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian

William married Mary Ann Pickett 29 Aug 1871, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Mary (daughter of James Pickett and Susan Greggs) was born CALC 13 Jan 1849, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 4 May 1878, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

William married Annie Alguire 30 Mar 1880, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Annie (daughter of Simeon Alguire and Hannah) was born 1855, , Canada; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-138636
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Presbyterian
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presb.
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Residence: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian

Notes:

Thomas F. Hall

The funeral took place to the Ayr Cemetery on the arrival of the morning train on Tuesday of the late Thomas P. Hall of Toronto, whose death occurred in that city on Saturday. Deceased, who was in his 80th year, was a native of Ayr, and lived here for a period of almost 50 years, leaving for the Queen City some 28 years ago. He is survived by two brothers, J. K. Hall, Toronto, and Walter D. Hall, in the United States, and one sister, Mrs. W. W. Abra, Toronto. There are also several cousins in this vicinity. The funeral services were in charge of the Rev. J. W. Currie.

The Ayr News Feb 20 1930 pg 10

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• Name: Maggie W. Hall
• Name: Margaret W. Abra
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-27565
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Presbyterian
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presb.
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian

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Mrs. William Abra, Native of Ayr Buried in Family Plot Here on Tuesday Afternoon - The funeral took place on Tuesday afternoon to the Ayr Cemetery of Mrs. William Abra of Toronto, aged 88 years, whose death took place on Saturday. Mrs. Abra, whose maiden name was Margaret Hall, was born in Ayr, being a daughter of Robert, Hall (builder) and Margaret Gladstone. The Hall family formerly resided in the house now occupied by Mrs. T. O. Scott. Mrs. Abra was the last surviving member of this family. Mrs. Abra was married some 60 years ago and the family left Ayr about 50 years ago. Besides her sorrowing husband, she is survived by one son, Wm. J. Abra, Ottawa.

The Ayr News Aug 29 1940 pg 8

Margaret married William W. Abra 17 Feb 1881, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. William (son of William Abra and Elizabeth Wismer) was born 1858, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 15 Aug 1941, Ottawa, Carleton Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-136830
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Presbyterian
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presb.
• Occupation: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Carpenter
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Occupation: 1895, Brantford, Brant Co., Ontario, Canada; carpenter
• Residence: 1919, , Macomb Co., Michigan

Robert — Sarah Elizabeth Bunton. Sarah was born 1859, , USA; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-248833
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Presbyterian

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-138637
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presb.
• Occupation: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Carpenter
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Occupation: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Carpenter

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-138650
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-251945
• Occupation: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Cooper
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Occupation: 1878, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; cooper

John married Alice Philips 5 Jul 1877, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Alice was born 1856, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Elizabeth G. Best
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-41042
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

Elizabeth married George Best 31 Jan 1873, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. George (son of William Best and Margaret Tresentier) was born 1846, , Ireland; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Catherine C. "Katie" Rae
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-251947
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

Catherine married George Rae 25 Sep 1873, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. George (son of Henry Rae and Mary Gummage) was born 1850, Detroit, Wayne, Michigan, United States; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Mary Currie
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-251949
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

Mary married James Henry Currie 28 Dec 1876, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. James (son of John Currie and Margaret) was born CALC 6 Mar 1857, Brantford, Brant Co., Ontario, Canada; died 6 Dec 1880, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 9 Dec 1880, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-251950
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-251951
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Occupation: 1890, Salem, Wellington Co., Ontario, Canada; mechanic

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-430254
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-430255
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-95712
• Occupation: 1889, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; teamster
• Occupation: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Teamster
• Residence: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Occupation: 1901, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; dry goods clerk

Alexander married Margaret "Maggie" Elliott 25 Apr 1889, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Margaret (daughter of David Elliott and Janet Dodds) was born 10 Jul 1866, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 11 Jun 1899, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried 13 Jun 1899, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-251954
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Free Church

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-251956
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Free Church

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-251957
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Free Church

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-122377

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-248922
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Free Church
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presb.
• Occupation: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farm Servant
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Misfortune: 1892, Crystal City, , Manitoba, Canada; accidently killed
• Residence: 1892, Souris, , Manitoba, Canada

Notes:

Killed, At Crystal City, Manitoba, on Saturday, December 17th, 1892. Robert G. Fair, Aged 32 years and 4 months. The Funeral Will take place on Friday, 23rd inst., at 2 o'clock from his Mother's residence, Church street, to the Ayr Cemetery. Friends and acquaintances respectfully invited to attend. Ayr, December 22nd, 1892.

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KILLED ON A HAND CAR.

Sad Death of Mr. Robert Fair Near Crystal City, Man.

CRYSTAL CITY, Dec. 19. - On Saturday night an accident occurred about two miles east of here, which resulted in the death of Robert Fair, late of Ayr, Ont. He, with four others, had gone to Pilot Mound on a hand car to transact some business, and when returning, while jumping on the rear end of the car, deceased slipped and fell under the handle of the car, the iron lever of which struck deceased over the left temple, inflicting a terrible gash, which resulted in instantaneous death. Yesterday an inquest was held at Messrs, Greenway & Richard's undertaking establishment by Coroner Riddell, assisted by the following jury: H. J. Taylor (foreman), John Greenway, J. F. Hunter, J. G. Steacy, W. H. Greenway, Samuel Treble, J. E. Parr, Samuel Hicks, J. F. Greenway, Robert Rollins, W. S. Mark, E. G. Taylor, D. W. Duff and James MacNamee. Constable Sands was also in attendance. After receiving the evidence of the various witnesses the jury retired, and after an hour and a half of deliberation brought in a an unanimous verdict of accidental death. After consulting with friends of deceased in Ayr, be the body was sent east this morning in the charge of Jas. Bell. Deceased has been residing in Souris, Man., for about two years, and arrived here on Friday's train on a visit to friends.

The Winnipeg Tribune Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada Mon, Dec 19, 1892 Page 1

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-248911
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Free Church
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presb.
• Occupation: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Carpenter
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Residence: 1907, Detroit, Wayne, Michigan, United States

William married Ophelia Mercer 1 Aug 1881, Paris, Brant County, Ontario, Canada. Ophelia was born 1857, St. John, New Brunswick; died Yes, date unknown; was buried , Mount View Cemetery, Cambridge, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

William married Margaret Shortreed 7 Jul 1925, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Margaret (daughter of Robert Shortreed and Jane Waterstone) was born 1864, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 29 May 1936, Toronto, York Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried 30 May 1936, Mount View Cemetery, Cambridge, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Club Membership: Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Independent Order of Odd Fellows
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-303570
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presb.
• Occupation: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farm Servant
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Residence: 1907, Strathclair, , Manitoba

Notes:

Duncan M. Fair - Native of This Village Passes At Strathclair, Manitoba - The death occurred suddenly at his home at Strathclair, Man., on Friday of Duncan McRuer Fair, a former resident of this village. Mr. Fair was born in Ayr and lived here until some 20 years ago when he went west. He will be well remembered by many of the older residents of the community by whom he was held in high esteem. Deceased visited here some 5 or 6 years ago and always had a warm spot in his heart for his native village. He was a member of Dolman Lodge, I.O.O.F. Besides his widow, whose maiden name was Jessie Malone, he is survived by the following three brothers: Jas. G., Ayr; William, Detroit, and John, Vancouver.

The Ayr News Jan 17 1929 pg 1

Duncan married Jessie Angeline Malone 12 Jun 1901, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Jessie (daughter of James Malone and Janet "Jessie" Gemmell) was born 22 Jan 1872, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 6 Mar 1956, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Club Membership: Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Independent Order of Odd Fellows
• Interesting: politics, story, business, public service
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-290355
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presb.
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Occupation: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Watch Maker
• Residence: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Occupation: 1901, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Watch Maker
• Occupation: 1911, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Jeweller - Jewellery store
• Residence: 1911, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

Notes:

Passing of James G. Fair Mourned by Community - With the sudden passing of James Gladstone Fair, early Monday morning, this village lost one of its most prominent and valued native sons. He had been in ill health for several years but his passing was entirely unexpected. Born in Ayr, a son of William Fair, and Jane Gladstone, he received his education here and as a young man, after learning his trade in Brantford, opened a watch repairing shop in the Masonic Building.

Conducted Business For 56 Years

After a period of one year, he moved to the stand on Stanley Street now conducted by Kenneth A. Lingelbach, where he ran a jewelry store and watch repairing business for a period of 55 years, retiring in October, 1946. He held the distinction of having been a member of the business community for a longer term than that of any other person in the history of the village.

Prominent In Civic Affairs

During his lifetime, Mr. Fair took an active and prominent part in furthering the different civic enterprises, as they were brought forward, for the improvement of the village. IN this connection, his good judgment and considered opinion were always sought after. He was connecter with practically every organization and movement which functioned here during the period of his lifetime. These included the Ayr Masonic Lodge, Dolman Lodge, I.O.O.F., Ayr, Horticultural Society, Ayr Bowling Club, Ayr Curling Club, the former Ayr Horse Show, the Ayr Rural Telephone Co., Ayr School Board, the Ayr Park committee, Centennial of 1924, activities of the different committees functioning during the two world wars, Ayr War Memorial Committee which planned the erection of the imposing Cenotaph, corner of Stanley and Northumberland Streets, Ayr Hockey Club, Ayr Cemetery Board, Ayr Council Ayr Library Board and other Organizations. It might be mentioned in particular that he was secretary of the Ayr rural Telephone Company during its entire existence with the exception of one year. This company was just recently taken over by the Bell Telephone Company.

The Carnegie Library

His services as a member of the library beard were also outstanding. With the exception of the year 1906, when he was a member of the Ayr Municipal Council, he was a valued member of the Ayr Library Board from 1901 to 1942, being appointed secretary-treasurer in 1903. As secretary-treasurer of the board, he made application on October 18, 1909, for the Carnegie grant to provide for the erection of a new library in Ayr. This grant was received on December 24, 1909, and the present fine structure was subsequently built. As a matter of fact, Mr. Fair could be counted upon to take a leading part in every effort which was made towards bettering the living cultural conditions in his native village. Of a kindly and considerate disposition, he was always willing to lend a helping hand, and his friends throughout the district were legion.

Noted For Integrity

During the lengthy period in which he conducted a jewelry business here, Mr. Fair enjoyed a high reputation for his integrity and dependability. Surviving are his wife, the former Jamesena McRuer; a daughter, Miss Jane, and a brother, John. The funeral, which was private, took place from his late residence this (Wednesday) afternoon to the Ayr Cemetery.

The Ayr News Aug 5 1948 pg 1

James married Jamesena Gordon McRuer 30 Sep 1920, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Jamesena (daughter of James McRuer and Jennie Gordon Kyle) was born 23 Jun 1886, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada; died 9 Aug 1973, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 11 Aug 1973, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Club Membership: Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Independent Order of Odd Fellows
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-339232
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Residence: 1907, Strathclair, , Manitoba

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• FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/171723277
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-290356
• Residence: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian

Notes:

Died, At her home, in Ayr, at 5.30 p.m., Friday, July 26th, 1907, Emily N. Fair, In her 26th year, The Funeral Will take place on Sunday, July 28th, at 2.30 o'clock, from her Mother's residence to Ayr cemetery. Friends and acquaintances will please accept this intimation^.

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Miss Fair's Demise - the passing at 5.30 p.m. on Friday, July 26, of Emily N. Fair, though not unexpected, cast a deep shadow over the community. The deceased was an only daughter of the late William Fair and was a native of the village, her birth dating back a little over a quarter of a century. Though the picture of health and of a most cheerful, kindly disposition, she was the victim of a spinal trouble that finally developed tuberculosis. For the past few years she filled a responsible position in Toronto but came home ill about the first of the present year. Although given the best of medical treatment, her condition gradually grew worse until death supervened. To complicate matters, her mother has also been quite ill and is still in a precarious state. Four brothers also survive, viz., William, Detroit, Duncan and John, Strathclair, Man., and James G., Ayr. The funeral on Sunday was very largely attended, the services being conducted by Rev. John Thomson, pastor of Knox church, assisted by Rev. D. I. Ellison and Rev. John McRae, interment being made in Ayr cemetery. The pallbearers were Messrs. A. E. Watson, John Wyllie, Jas. Henderson, W. L. Anderson (Galt), Robert Anderson and Jas. Swan. The floral offerings were numerous and beautiful, indicating the loving esteem in which the deceased was held by a large circle of friends and associates. The News expresses the feeling of the community in Extending to the family the most sincere sympathy in this their hour of trial and sole bereavement.

The Ayr News Aug 1 1907 pg 8

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• Name: Eliza N. "Minnie" Melvin
• Name: Minnie Whitson
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-66109
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Residence: 1911, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

Notes:

Mrs. John Melvin - The death occurred in Toronto early Monday morning of Minnie Whitson, widow of the late John Melvin of Galt. A daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Whitson of Ayr, she spent the greater part of her life in Galt, removing to Toronto following the death of her husband. Surviving is a daughter, Mrs. D. E. Bastedo (Ina) of Toronto. Funeral service was held Tuesday evening at the Ryan and Odette Funeral Home, Toronto, interment being made in Ayr Cemetery upon arrival of the Wednesday morning train.

The Ayr News Feb 2 1956 pg 2

Eliza — John Melvin. John (son of David Lees Melvin and Mary Hoggart "Marsy" Hopkin) was born 26 Feb 1866, Sebringville, Ellice Twp., Perth Co., Ontario, Canada; died 26 Jul 1936, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 29 Jul 1936, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-58364P
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Occupation: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Clerk in Dry Goods Store
• Residence: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Occupation: 1901, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Clerk Grocery Store
• Occupation: 1911, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Sales lady - Dry Goods store
• Residence: 1911, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

Notes:

Death of Mary Ellen Whitson - The sudden death occurred at her home here on Sunday evening at 7.15 o'clock of Mary Ellen Whitson, in her 66th year. Miss Whitson had prepared and eaten supper with her brother, Edward, when she was seized with a stroke about 6.30 o'clock, from which death resulted within the hour. Deceased had been in poor health for several months during the past winter, but her condition had shown much improvement in recent months. Born in Greenfield, deceased had lived the whole of her lifetime in this community, with the exception of three years in Vancouver and two years in Hamilton. She was the second daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Whitson, one of the early families of the village, and was highly esteemed by a wide circle of friends, who will regret to learn of her demise. Miss Whitson attended Knox United Church, and she is survived by two sisters and one brother, viz.: Mrs. John Melvin, Galt; Mrs. J. C. Kyle and Edward Whitson, Ayr. Two nieces and a nephew also survive. There was a large attendance at the funeral, which took place on Tuesday afternoon to Ayr Cemetery. Rev. J. W. Currie was in charge of the services, and the pallbearers were: Wm. Manson, A. G. Watson, G. S. Dalrymple, W. E. Gammon, J. W. Currie and Thomas Easton.

The Ayr News Jul 2 1936 pg 6

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-289982
• Occupation: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Miller
• Residence: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian

Notes:

James Edward Whitson Dies

Following a protracted period of ill health, James Edward Whitson, a lifelong resident of this village, was removed by death at his home on Stanley Street on Sunday evening. He was in his 75^th year.

The late Mr. Whitson was born in Ayr in the house now occupied by Harold Charles, St. Andrews Avenue, a son of Thomas Whitson and Elizabeth Gladstone. A carpenter by trade, Mr. Whitson was employed in the carpenter shop of the John Watson Mfg. Co. Ltd., for nearly half a century - many years as foreman - before retiring in 1947.

He was an enthusiastic supporter of sports in Ayr, and was an active member of the Ayr Curling Club for many years. In recognition of his lengthy membership, he was made a life member of the club. In later years, Mr. Whitson was a regular attendant at softball games in Victoria Park during the summer months.

By faith, Mr. Whitson was an adherent of the Presbyterian Church. He was a long-term member of both the Masonic and Odd Fellows lodges.

Surviving, besides his wife, the former Betsy Belle Wilson, is one sister, Mrs. John C. Kyle (Florence) of Ayr.

The funeral took place from his late residence, Stanley Street, this (Wednesday) afternoon, with interment in Ayr Cemetery. Rev. W. J. McKeown conducted the last rites.

Masonic Service

A Masonic service was conducted at the residence on Tuesday evening under the direction of Wor. Bro. R. L. Anderson, with a large body of members of Ayr lodge in attendance.

Members of Dolman Lodge, I.O.O.F., also attended in a body to pay last respects to a former valued member.

The Ayr News Apr 14 1949 pg 12

James — Elizabeth Bell "Betsy" Wilson. Elizabeth (daughter of Adam Wilson and Elizabeth "Betsy" Davidson) was born 22 Feb 1876, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 4 May 1960, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 7 May 1960, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Club Membership: Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Independent Order of Odd Fellows
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-58376
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Occupation: 1901, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Carpenter
• Occupation: 1911, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Carpenter - Foundry
• Residence: 1911, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-127627P
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Residence: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian

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• Name: Florence Jane Kyle
• Residence: Swan St., Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-195181
• Residence: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Residence: 1911, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

Florence married John C. Kyle 24 Sep 1914, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. John (son of Walter Kyle and Jane Cullen) was born 16 Apr 1881, Drumbo, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada; died 19 Mar 1960, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 22 Mar 1960, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-339071

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• Residence: Piper St., Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-199260
• Residence: 1911, Roseville, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Residence: 1960, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Notes:

Robert Gladstone

A lifelong Ayr resident, Robert Gladstone, passed away at Stirling Retirement Home, Ayr, on Tuesday. September 23rd, 1980. He was in his 83rd year

A son of the late William Gladstone and Isabella Reid, he was born on the Gladstone farm, Nithvale Road. Ayr. He farmed the home farm, later retiring to Piper Street, Ayr.

Mr. Gladstone was a 60 year member of Dolman Lodge I.O.O.F., Ayr, and a member of Knox United Church, Ayr.

Predeceased by his wife, the former Elspeth Marshall in 1976, and a daughter Marian. Surviving are a son William and a daughter Mrs. Milton (Margaret Elspeth) Thomas, both of Ayr, nine grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.

Resting at the William Kipp Funeral Home, Paris, where service will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. Rev. D. E. Willis of Ayr will officiate. Interment in Ayr Cemetery.

The Ayr News 24 Sep 1980 pg 11

Robert married Elspeth Oliver "Ella" Marshall 20 Sep 1922, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Elspeth (daughter of Stephen Marshall and Euphemia Jane "Jennie" Scott) was born 19 Mar 1894, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada; died 1 Oct 1976, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 4 Oct 1976, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-289630
• Residence: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyteian
• Occupation: 1901, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Servant

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-289631
• Residence: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-58049
• Residence: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-58050

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-58051

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• Military: WW1
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-58052
• Misfortune: 1917; killed in WW1

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-289629
• Residence: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian

Notes:

In Ayr, on March 26th, the wife of Mr. J. r. Hall, of a son.

Galt Reporter Apr 13 1883 pg 8

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-138627
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presb.
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian

Notes:

Death of Robert Hall

The death occurred in the hospital at Holyoke, Mass., on Tuesday Jan, 3rd, of Robert Hall. Deceased was born in Ayr, being the eldest son of the late John R. and Jane Hall, who at that time lived in the residence now occupied by Miss M. Kyle. He left here when 18 years of age. His last visit to Ayr was three years ago, when he called on a number of his old schoolmates, among them being A. G. Watson, J. W. Watson, Jas. G. Pair, the Hendersons and others.

Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Harvey, and five daughters, all of Massachusetts, and one brother, John George Hall of Minnesota.

The funeral took place from his late home in South Hadley Falls, Mass., on Friday afternoon, Jan. 6th.

Ayr News Jan 12 1939 pg 1

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-102261

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-102262

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-65332
• Occupation: 1901, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Driver Express

George — Georgina. Georgina was born 4 Jun 1875, , Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]

George married Georgina Anna Fisher 26 Dec 1896, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Georgina (daughter of James Fisher and Caroline Bernhart) was born 4 Jun 1875, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 1940; was buried , Trinity Anglican Cemetery, Cambridge, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-65337
• Occupation: 1901, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Freight Clerk
• Occupation: 1911, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Canadian Pacific Railway Auditor
• Residence: 1911, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Anglican

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-138634
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Residence: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian

Notes:

Former Resident

The death occurred at his home in Mahtomedi, Minn., on Friday of John George Hall, a native of this village. He was a son of the late John R. Hall and Jane Bell and lived here during the early years of his life, where he received his education.

He was a half-brother of Mrs. M. J. Bonner and Miss Mary E. Hall.

Mr. Hall visited here on several occasions, the last time being three years ago.


The Ayr News Aug 4 1949 pg 1

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-127719
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-127720
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-125184

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Died, In Ayr, on the 18th instant, at 1 o'clock, P.M., Albert Henry Hall, Infant Son of William Hall Jr., Aged 10 Months and 4 Days. Funeral From my residence, on Sabbath next, the 20th Instant, at half-past 1 o'clock, P.M., to Old Burying Ground, one mile east of Ayr. Wm. Hall, Jr. Ayr, May 18th, 1877.


Waterloo Historical Society Death Notices Collection - photocopies

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-174497
• Residence: 1940, Ottawa, Carleton Co., Ontario, Canada

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-34574

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Funeral Notice. Died, In Ayr, on Monday, September 29th, 1884, at 6 o'clock A.M., Robert Hall, Youngest Son of William and Maggie Abra, Aged 2 months. The funeral will take place on Tuesday, at 1 o'clock p.m., from his father's residence, Hall Street, to the place of interment, New Cemetery, Ayr. Friends and acquaintances respectfully invited. Ayr, September 29th, 1884. [Recorder Print, Ayr.]


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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-73256

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Died, In Ayr, on Thursday, Sept.29th, at 2 o'clock P.M., Mary Gladstone, Infant Daughter of Robert G. and Sarah E. Hall, Aged 2 Months, and 22 Days. The Funeral Will take place on Friday, 30th inst., at 4 o'clock p.m., from her father's residence, Hall St., to the place of interment, New Cemetery, Ayr. Friends and acquaintances respectfully invited. Ayr, Sept. 29, 1887^.1a

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-41045

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-290548
• Residence: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian