James Ritchie

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James married Charlotte Nicol 15 Jan 1808, Gattanside, Melrose, , Roxburgh, Scotland. Charlotte was born CA 1785; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]

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• Injury: story
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-304058
• Immigration: 1831, , Canada
• Land - Directory: 1864, North Dumfries Concession 08 Lot 29, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1868, North Dumfries Concession 08 Lot 29, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Occupation: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presb.

Notes:

THE first settlers of Dumfries were generally of a superior class. With few exceptions, they had received a good education at the Parochial Schools of their native land, and many of them brought with them to Canada a thirst for knowledge which even the necessities of bush life could not eradicate. This led to very early endeavours to combine instruction with amusement during their leisure hours.

It will surprise many to learn, however, that as early as 1834, when clearings were but few and far between, and when the wolf and bear were not unfrequent visitors, that a Debating society was in full blast during the winter evenings. Such was the fact„ however, and long and excit-ing were the discussions which took place.

The scene of these intellectual combats was the home Mr. John Reid, after whom the clachan of Reidsville has been called, and who only passed away to his rest a few months ago. The members of the society were Messrs. John Black, John Reid, Thomas and James Dalgliesh, William Veitch, Alex. Turnbull, Thomas Ritchie, William Hastie, Andrew Mathieson, James Cunningham, Andrew Elliott, John Currie, John Johnston, George Cunningham, Alex. Beckett, James Oliver, Thomas Cleghorn, and occasionally a few others. A majority of these gentlemen still survive, and the mere recital of their names will awaken in the minds of those acquainted with them, many pleasing, and possibly some sad, reminiscences of the past.

It is needless to say that this Society was an exceedingly vigorous one, and that the questions discussed were characteristic of the time. Among them were the following:
(1) Which is most benefit to mankind, Agriculture or Commerce ?
(2) Whether is the profane man or the hypocrite most injury to society?
(3) Which is the most destructive element, fire or water?
(4) Whether does wood or iron most benefit mankind ? and
(5) Would a ship made of iron sink or swim?

The debates upon these and similar subjects, which, in the absence of candles, sometimes took place by the light of burning pine knots, were characterised by deep interest and not a little talent, and, to use the language of one of the participants: "Nothing could exceed the enjoyment of these gatherings."

The annual dinner of the Debaters was an occasion never to be forgotten. It was also held at Mr. Reid's house, but the viands were provided by the members of the Society generally. It could not boast of the cuisine of Delmonico, nor of bills of fare in French and perfume. It was considered, however, a veritable feast at that time. The Society unitedly purchased a sheep. That was the first step. From this was made soup, a haggis-the oat-meal for which had to be brought from a drug store in Dundas and roast and boiled joints. Add to this description, a few " cakes of the period," and you have the dinner, gastronomically considered, in all its glory

It was, however, "the feast of reason and flow of soul" which followed, that gave the occasion its princi-pal attraction. The speeches-the songs-the hilarity-can be better imagined than described. As an illustration of the mirthful spirit which prevailed, it may be mentioned that, on one occasion, whilst ladling out huge platefuls of the steaming haggis, John Black, the chairman, vigorously recited Burns' address to that famous dish:

"Fair, fa your honest, sonsie face,
Great chieftain o' the puddin' race;
Aboon them a' ye tak your place,
Painch, tripe or thairm,
Weel are ye wordy of a grace
As lang's my arm."

Nothing could better illustrate the character of the early settlers of Dumfries than efforts at intellectual improvement under such formidable difficulties. It is not too much to say of them, that no part of Canada has been settled by a class of men of greater physical and mental energy. "None but Lowland Scotchmen would ever have cleared North Dumfries," is a remark which has frequently been made. This may be an exaggeration. But those who remember how heavily timbered, how stony and how swampy its rugged hills and valleys were forty years ago, will readily admit, that only the highest courage, and most indomitable energy and perseverance, could have made the township what it is today in the same space of time. Had their work to be done over again, could a magician's wand once more make Dumfries the tangled forest it was when this history began, we venture to say their descendants would never undertake to perform it!

Reminiscences of the Early History of Galt and the Settlement of Dumfries in the Province of Ontario, by James Young, 1880 Toronto: Hunter, Rose

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Death of Mr. Thomas Ritchie

The death of this gentleman, which occurred on Monday evening last, at the residence of Mr. Thos. Dalgleish in this town, can not be said to have been unexpected. For months he had been a very severe sufferer and frequently, during that time, his life was despaired of. Mr. Ritchie was born in the town of Peebles, Peeblesshire, Scotland, and came to this country in 1831. On arriving here, he entered the service of the original founder of the Dickson Estate, the first Wm. Dickson and was with him for about nine years. During this time he purchased the farm near Ayr, and on leaving Mr. Dickson, he went on to it, taking his share of all the trials of the early settlers' life. While living there he married his late wife, a sister of the Messrs. Barrie, of North Dumfries. Two of his children died young, - his daughter, Mrs. Robert Sudden, a few years ago, - leaving as sole survivor, Mr. James Ritchie, of Balmore, County of Huron.

The deceased gentleman was very widely known in this section and enjoyed the warm friendship and personal regard of all who knew him intimately. He was possessed of good abilities, was a diligent reader and consequently was a very intelligent, pleasing companion. He visited Scotland either twice of thrice since he first emigrated. On his first voyage here he was twelve weeks on the ocean, and it was always a fruitful topic of conversation with him, the wonderful revolution which steam had made in ocean travel. "Twelve weeks the first time I came over and now in ten or eleven days from leaving home I can be back in the scenes of my boyhood." The last trip he took to Scotland seemed to lay the foundation of the illness from which he died. While in Scotland he was not well and on the way out he caught a very severe cold, and when he landed back in Galt his friends were pained to see that he had failed greatly. Since then his sufferings at times have been very great. They were borne with great patience and quiet submission; such a thing as a complaint was never heard from him. As long as he could he moved around amongst his friends and showed to them a serene cheerfulness. Mr. George Bruce, whose death we noticed last week, and Mr. Ritchie, for many years were close friends and companions. Of those who crossed the Atlantic on the same voyage as Mr. Ritchie, there are yet living in this section, Mr. Wm. Hardy, of Ayr, and Mr. Walter Heastie, of North Dumfries.

Galt Reporter Jul 4 1884 pg 1

Thomas married Helen Barrie 1835. Helen (daughter of George Barrie and Margaret Turnbull) was born 16 Aug 1815, Yarrow, , Selkirk, Scotland; died 26 Aug 1868, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Pioneer Pergola Cemetery, St. Andrew's Park, Cambridge, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Residence: 1851, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada

Robert married Esther Clark 17 Dec 1851, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Esther (daughter of Walter Clark and Esther Jackson) was born 1832, , Scotland; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Mary Clark
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-339524
• Residence: 1856, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Evangelical Union
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Evang. Union
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyerian
• Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Concession 09 Lot 29, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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Died, In N. Dumfries on Monday, May 25, at 6.30 p.m. Mary Ritchie, Wife of Walter Clark, Aged 64 years, 11 months and 10 days. The Funeral Will take place on Wednesday, 27th inst., at 2 o'clock, from her husband's residence, lot 29, Concession 9 , to Ayr Cemetery. Friends and acquaintances respectfully invited to attend. North Dumfries, May 25th, 1891

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Mary married Walter Clark 2 Jan 1857, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Walter (son of Walter Clark and Esther Jackson) was born 1 Dec 1819, , Roxburghshire, Scotland; died 6 Sep 1907, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 8 Sep 1907, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Margaret Sudden
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-250377
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Free Church
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presb.

Margaret married Robert Sudden 4 Mar 1864, Paris, Brant County, Ontario, Canada. Robert (son of James Sudden and Jane Wood) was born 1835, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Dec 1912, , Lambton Co., Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-156022
• Occupation: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• 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; C. Presb.
• Residence: 1884, Balmore, Huron Co., Ontario, Canada

Notes:

In Loving Memory of James Ritchie, who died at his home in the Township of Howick, on June 11th, 1901, Aged 61 years, 6 months and 24 days. "There remaineth therefore a rest to the people of God." - Hebrew 4:9.

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James married Margaret Henderson 5 Jan 1865, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Margaret (daughter of Archibald Henderson and Eleanor Mary Tindall) was born Aug 1839, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 8 Feb 1923, Wroxeter, Huron Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried , McIntosh United Cemetery, McIntosh, Bruce Co., Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-304064
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presb.

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-338393
• Occupation: 1878, Walton, McKillop Twp., Huron Co., Ontario; farmer
• Residence: 1878, Walton, McKillop Twp., Huron Co., Ontario
• Occupation: 1879, McKillop Twp., Huron Co., Ontario, Canada; farmer
• Residence: 1879, McKillop Twp., Huron Co., Ontario, Canada

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Died In South Dumfries, on Sunday, Sept. 16th, 1917, at 7 o'clock p.m. James Ritchie in his 73rd year. The Funeral Will take place from the residence of his nephews, Ritchie Bros., Lot 26, Con. 9, North Dumfries, on Tuesday, Sept. 18th, at 2 o'clock p.m., to the Ayr Cemetery. Friends and acquaintances will please accept this intimation.

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James married Elizabeth Habgood Beirnes 1 May 1878, McKillop Twp., Huron Co., Ontario, Canada. Elizabeth was born 1857; died 21 Jul 1934, Brussels, Grey Twp., Huron Co., Ontario; was buried , Brussels Cemetery, Brussels, Grey Twp., Huron Co., Ontario. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Esther Guthrie
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-340303

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Funeral of Mrs. Guthrie

The funeral took place to the Ayr Cemetery on Monday afternoon of the late Mrs. Robert Henry Guthrie of South Dumfries, whose death occurred on Saturday. The services were conducted by Rev. Mr. Wilson, pastor of the United Church, Paris, and the pallbearers were as follows: John Clark. Blenheim; Walter Clark, Ayr; Thomas Ritchie, Roy Guthrie, South Dumfries; Murdo McRae and Geo. Wm. Black, Paris. Deceased, whose maiden name was Esther Ritchie, was born near Washington and had lived in this district all of her lifetime. She was in her 80th year. Besides her husband, she is survived by one son and four daughters, viz.: Robert E. Guthrie, Paris; Mrs. John Kyle, near Drumbo; Mrs. T. Kelly and Mrs. T. Sayles, Paris, and Miss Margaret, at home.

The Ayr News Jan 14 1932 pg 1

Esther married Robert Henry Guthrie 2 Nov 1883, Brantford, Brant Co., Ontario, Canada. Robert (son of Robert Guthrie and Jane Manson) was born 1861, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada; died 20 Oct 1945, London, Middlesex, Ontario, Canada; was buried 23 Oct 1945, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-73053P
• Birth: CALC 2 Apr 1854
• 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. Pressbyterian
• Residence: 1886, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Occupation: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Agricultural Laborer
• Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Occupation: 1901, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Occupation: 1911, Roseville, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1911, Roseville, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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Died In North Dumfries, on Wednesday, Feb. 6th, 1924, at 7 p.m. Robert Ritchie In his 70th year. The Funeral Will take place from his late residence, lot 26, Con. 9, North Dumfries, on Saturday, Feb. 9th, at 2 p.m., to Ayr Cemetery. Friends and acquaintances will please accept this intimation

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Demise of Robert Ritchie - Long-Time Resident Passes Away In His 70th Year

Died, in North Dumfries, on Wednesday, Feb. 6th, 1924, at 7 p.m., Robert Ritchie, in his 70th year. To live practically the allotted span of life in one community is an achievement experienced by a small percentage of people - a percentage greatly exceeded, on the other hand, by the number who roam the wide world ever and seldom settle n on place for any extended length of time. The subject of the memoirs was born in Blenheim township, only a few miles from where he died, and spent the intervening years on the farm now occupied by his son William, where he led a quiet, unassuming life, intent only on successfully pursuing his honorable calling as a tiller of the soil. In religion Mr. Ritchie was a Presbyterian and in politics a Conservative - latterly becoming allied with the U.F.O. movement. He was well and favorably known throughout the section, and will be mourned by a wide circle of friends. A few years ago the decreased purchased a residence in Ayr, with the intention of spending his declining years in the village which he had been expand almost from its inception, but fate willed it otherwise and Mr. Ritchie ended his days in the township in which he spent his youth and manhood. His wife, a sister, Mrs. Henry Guthrie, Paris, three sons and a daughter survive him. The family comprises William on the homestead, Mary at home, Thomas in South Dumfries, and albert at home. The funeral took place on Saturday when interment was made in the Ayr cemetery, Rev. J. J. Brown conducting the last rites. The pallbearers were Messrs. John McLeod, Walter Scott, Wm. Riddell, David Gemmell, and Mathison and Robert Morton.

The Ayr News Feb 14 1924 pg 1

Robert married Janet Renwick 25 Mar 1886, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Janet (daughter of Walter Renwick and Margaret Preston) was born May 1853, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 25 Dec 1938, Wroxeter, Huron Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried 28 Dec 1938, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Birth: South Dumfries Twp., Brant Co., Ontario, Canada
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• Name: Charlotte Nichol "Lottie" Tunney
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-339530
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Evangelical Union
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Evang. Union
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Residence: 1883, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

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MRS. ROBERT TUNNEY

Mrs. Tunney was called away at five o'clock p. m. on Monday, her death being caused by a stroke of apoplexy. She had attended church on Sunday and appeared to have good health. Her maiden name was Charlotte Clark and she was born in South Dumfries, near Ayr. She was married to her now hereft husband in Clinton 26 years ago and for the past 22 years has lived in East Wawanosh. Two children are living to mourn the loss of a kind and loving mother-a son, Thomas, and a daughter, Mary. Deceased also leaves two brothers and two sisters in Dumfries to mourn her departure. The funeral took place yesterday from her late residence, lot 34, con. 4, and the body was interred in the Westfield cemetery. A large number of friends following the remains to their last resting place which showed the high esteem in which the deceased was held.

The Blyth Standard, 4-Jun-1908

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Died In East Wawanosh, on Monday, June 1st, 1908 Charlotte Clark Beloved Wife of Robert Tunney Aged 51 years, 3 months and 11 days. The Funeral will leave her late residence, Lot 34, Con. 4, East Wawanosh, on Wednesday, June 3rd, at two o'clock p.m., and proceed to the Westfield church, and from there to the Westfield cemetery. Friends and acquaintances are respectfully invited to attend.

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Charlotte married Robert Tunney 3 Feb 1883, Clinton, Hullett Twp., Huron Co., Ontario. Robert was born 23 Aug 1856, Westfield, East Wawanosh Twp., Huron, Ontario, Canada; died 14 Oct 1924, Clinton, Bruce Co., Ontario; was buried , Clinton Public Cemetery, Hullet Twp., Huron Co., Ontario. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-130299
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Evangelical Union
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Evang. Union
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian

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Funeral Notice. Died, In North Dumfries, Wednesday morning, 28th inst., at 8.30 A.M., Esther Clark, Second Daughter of Walter Clark, Aged 21 Years, 1 Month and 9 Days. The Funeral Will take place on Thursday, 29th inst., at 2 o'clock p.m., from her father's residence, Lot 29, Concession 9, to the place of interment, Old Burying Ground, one mile east of Ayr. September 28th, 1881.


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• Interesting: pioneer, business, story
• Possessions: 50 Stanley St., Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-130301
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Evang. Union
• Occupation: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer Son
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Occupation: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Occupation: 1901, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer Son
• Occupation: 1911, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Implement agent - warehouse
• Residence: 1911, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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Death Of Walter Clark
Another Well-Known Ayr Resident Passes

Was in His 80th Year - Walter Clark, another of Ayr's well-known and esteemed residents, passed away in Galt Hospital on Sunday morning after an illness of some weeks. Mr. Clark was born on the 2nd day of April, 1864, and was thus in his 80th year. He was a son of Walter Clark and Mary Ritchie, pioneer Scottish settlers. His father came to Canada in 1833 -110 years ago - and settled on the Clark homestead, two and a half miles northeast of Ayr, where Walter was born. Mr. Clark was the last surviving member of the family. Leaving the farm some 35 years ago, Walter came to Ayr and went into the implement business, his store being located in the old Willison building, corner of Stanley and Swan streets. It will be remembered that the old King Edward Club for men was located on Swan street at the rear of this building, Mr. Clark being the manager. Mr. Clark later went into business with James A. Dalzell, and the business was moved across the street to the premises now occupied by James D. Patterson. Walter retired from business some 10 years ago and made his residence on Willison street. He was well known and highly regarded by a wide acquaintanceship. He is survived by one niece, Mary Tunney, of Brantford. The funeral took place from Ball's Funeral Parlor on Tuesday afternoon, interment being made in Ayr Cemetery. The services were conducted by Rev. W. J. McKeown of Galt; minister of the Ayr Presbyterian Congregation, and the pallbearers were: James Bell, David Gemmell, James Little, Clarence Campbell, James Matheson and Robert Matheson.

The Ayr News Jun 17 1943 pg 1

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-339522
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Evang. Union
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Residence: 1911, Roseville, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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Mary Ellen Clark

The death occurred in Galt Hospital on Sunday afternoon at 4.30 of Miss Mary Ellen Clark, a life-long resident of this district, in her 72nd year. Miss Clark suffered a stroke a little over a month ago and had been confined to hospital since. She was born on the gravel pit road on a farm now owned by David Gemmell. She was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Walter Clark and as a girl attended the Reidsville school. She came to Ayr to live 20 years ago. A member of Knox United Church, the deceased took an interest in church work. She was a member of the Women's Institute. Surviving is one brother, Walter, of Ayr. The funeral took place this (Wednesday) afternoon, interment being in the Ayr Cemetery.

The Ayr News Nov 18 1937 pg 1

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• Name: Maggie Clark
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-340680
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Evang. Union
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Residence: 1911, Roseville, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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Died On Wednesday, July 31st, 1918. at 8 o'clock a.m. Margaret Clark The Funeral Will take place from her late residence, Willison St., Ayr, on Friday, August 2, at 2.30 p.m., to Ayr Cemetery. Friends and acquaintances will please accept this intimation.

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Sudden Death - As we go to press we learn that Miss Margaret Clark of Ayr died on Wednesday morning at the home of Mr. Lillico Davidson, who lives near Bright, as the result of a stroke. Mr. Walter Clark is a brother of the deceased.

The Ayr News Aug 1 1918 pg 10

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-340679
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Evang. Union
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Occupation: 1901, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer Son

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Died. In North Dumfries, on Saturday, Sept 30th, 1905, at 10 o'clock p.m., James Clark, Second son of Walter Clark, aged 38 yrs. The Funeral Will take place from his father's residence, Lot 29, Con. 9 , North Dumfries, on Monday, Oct.2nd, '05, at 3 o'clock p.m., To Ayr Cemetery. Friends and acquaintances please accept this intimation.

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-340681
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Evang. Union
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Occupation: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Occupation: 1901, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer Son
• Occupation: 1911, Roseville, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1911, Roseville, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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Sudden Death of Wm. Clark - The call to Mr. Wm. Clark of North Dumfries on Saturday was sudden and quite unexpected. He was assisting at Mr. Robert Barrie's threshing when be sustained a stroke. Medical aid was called, but he did not long survive the attack. This is the third member of the family to succumb to this disease, a brother and sister having had similar sudden calls. The deceased, who was in his 50th year, was born on the farm on which he lived (the old homestead), and was widely known and highly respected. Of a quiet, unassuming disposition, he took little part in public affairs, and had never married. In politics he was a Conservative and in religion a Presbyterian. He is survived by a brother, sister and niece, Mr. Walter Clark and Miss Mary E. Clark, Aye, and Miss Tunney in the home. The funeral to Ayr cemetery on Tuesday was largely attended, Rev. J.J. Brown conducting the service. The pallbearers were Messrs. David Gemmell, Thos. Hope, Wm. Ritchie, Jno. .Bruce, Jackson Clark and Robt. Matheson.

The Ayr News Oct 16 1919 pg 10

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-312495
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presb.
• Occupation: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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• Name: Maggie Sudden
• Name: Margaret Ellen "Maggie" Sudden
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-312496
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presb.
• Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

Margaret — James Eastman Sudden. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-312497
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presb.
• Occupation: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-393788
• Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-393789
• Occupation: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Agricultural Laborer
• Occupation: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Agricultural Laborer
• Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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• Name: Nettie Sudden
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-393790
• Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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• Name: Linda Sudden
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-393791
• Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-304061
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presb.

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-304062
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presb.

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-304063
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presb.

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• Name: Robert Francis Ritchie
• Name: Robert James Ritchie
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-84757

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• Name: Bessie Kyle
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-340768

Bessie married John Kyle 22 Jun 1904, South Dumfries Twp., Brant Co., Ontario, Canada. John (son of George Kyle and Margaret Kingsburgh) was born 12 Feb 1874, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada; died 22 Jul 1949, South Dumfries Twp., Brant Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried 25 Jul 1949, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-340304

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Robert E. Guthrie Passes

The death occurred at Willett Hospital, Paris, this (Wednesday) Morning of Robert E. Guthrie, of Paris, in his 76th year. The late Mr. Guthrie moved to Paris about five years ago after farming for many years on the place now owned, by his son, Wilbur Guthrie, near Paris. He was born in Blenheim Township, a son of the late Henry Guthrie and Esther Ritchie. Mr. Guthrie was a valued member and a former elder of St. Paul's United Church, Paris. Surviving besides, his wife, the former Margaret Smith, are two daughters, Ruth, at home, and Mrs. J. H. (Dora) Carson, Mt. Pleasant; a son, Wilbur, RR 2, Paris; three sisters, Mrs. Theo (Mary) Sayles, RR2 Paris; Mr. Thomas (Jean) Kelley and Miss Margaret Guthrie, both of Ayr. Seven grandchildren also survive. The funeral will be held on Friday at 2 p.m. from the Cumming Funeral Home, Paris, with interment in Ayr Cemetery.

The Ayr News Jan 12 1961 pg 2

Robert — Margaret N. Smith. Margaret was born 1884, South Dumfries Twp., Brant Co., Ontario, Canada; died 19 Apr 1967, Brantford, Brant Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Jean Kelley
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-340610

Jean — Thomas Kelley. Thomas was born 25 Feb 1879, South Dumfries Twp., Brant Co., Ontario, Canada; died 14 Aug 1954, South Dumfries Twp., Brant Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried 16 Aug 1954, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-340306

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-344439

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-73055
• Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Occupation: 1911, Roseville, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1911, Roseville, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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Death Of Francis (Frank) Powell

A well-known Ayr resident for over half a century, Francis (Frank) Powell died at his home on Piper St. on Saturday in his 79th year. He had been in failing health for some time. The late Mr. Powell was a native of the Hatchley district. He came to Ayr as a youth and was employed for some time at the David McCaul Creamery, which was located in the building on the south side of the laneway which runs alongside the present post office. Following his marriage to Ethel Ronald, who predeceased him many years ago, they moved to Brantford for a period, and then returned to Ayr to reside in the house where Mr. Powell spent the remainder of his life. He was at one time employed at the former Hecker-H-O plant in Greenfield, but for many years had lived retired. The late Mr. Powell was an ardent angler and a keen follower of local and national sports. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. David Richardson (Ileen) in California and Mrs. Robert Hyndman (Frances) of Aldergrove, B.C.; two brothers, William of Brantford and Ben of Hatchley. Two sisters also survive. Funeral service was held today (Wednesday) at the W. O. Ball Funeral Home, with interment in Ayr Cemetery.

The Ayr News Jun 11 1964 pg 4

William married Janet Lawson Riddell 14 Apr 1922, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Janet (daughter of William Scott Riddell and Margaret Young Sudden) was born 14 Dec 1884, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 19 Jun 1975, 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-73056
• Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Occupation: 1911, Roseville, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Servant, House Work
• Residence: 1911, Roseville, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-73057
• Residence: 1891, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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Thomas I. Ritchie Passes - A member of one of this district's pioneer farming families, Thomas Irving Ritchie of RR 2, Paris, passed away at St. Joseph's Hospital, Brantford on Thursday, October 30th. He was 85. Born in North Dumfries, Mr. Ritchie had farmed in the area all his life; over 50 years on the Ayr-Paris Road. He was a member of the Knox United Church, Ayr. Surviving besides his wife, the former Grace Cochrane, are two sons, Robert of RR 3, Ayr and Grant of Ayr; a daughter Mrs. Earl (Betty) Vanderlip of RR 2, Paris; also 13 grandchildren. Predeceased by a son Marshall. Funeral service was held Saturday at the William Kipp Funeral Home, Paris. Rev. D. E. Willis of Ayr officiated. Interment in Ayr Cemetery. Pallbearers were Bert Sayles, John T. Kennedy, Thomas Burtch, Wilbur Guthrie, Donald Cochrane and Norman Perriman. Flower bearers were Brian and David, Ritchie and Donald Vanderlip.

The Ayr News Nov 6 1975 pg 9

Thomas married Mabel Grace "Grace" Cochrane 6 Oct 1920, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Mabel (daughter of Robert Cochrane and Christina Marshall) was born 3 Mar 1897, South Dumfries Twp., Brant Co., Ontario, Canada; died 9 May 1990, Brantford, Brant Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried 11 May 1990, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-341491
• Occupation: 1911, Roseville, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer Son
• Residence: 1911, Roseville, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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Albert G. Ritchie Passes

The death occurred early Saturday morning at the home of his daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Norman Perriman, of a well-known district farmer, Albert George Ritchie, in his 71st year. The late Mr. Ritchie was born on the family homestead on the Greenfield Road in North, Dumfries, a son of the late Robert Ritchie and his wife, Janet Renwick. He spent all his life on his farm within sight of his birthplace. The late Mr. Ritchie was a Presbyterian by faith. Surviving are his wife the former Jennie Estelle Veitch, a daughter, Mrs. Norman Perriman (Eleanor), Ayr; two brothers, William of Ayr and Thomas of RR 2 Paris; three grandchildren, Mary Louise, Albert William and Leslie Bruce. He was predeceased some years ago by a sister Mrs. Jack Adams (Mary).

The Funeral

Funeral service was held on Monday at Little's Funeral Home, Galt, conducted by Rev. W. J. V. Buchanan. Interment was made in Ayr Cemetery. The pallbearers were. Robert Barrie, Robert McLeod, Marshall Ritchie, William J. Perriman, James C. Swan and Henry Wolfe, all of Ayr and district.

The Ayr News Oct 17 1963 pg 2

Albert married Jennie Estelle Veitch 24 May 1930, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Jennie (daughter of Robert James Veitch and Margaret Ann McAllister) was born 25 Feb 1899, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 23 Dec 1993; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-339526

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Mrs. Mary Lillian Tunney Passes

A former Ayr resident, Mrs. Mary Lillian Tunney, passed away at the home of her son, Albert of RR 4, Tottenham, last Wednesday. She was in her 80th year. A daughter of the late Robert and Lottie Tunney, she was born at Blyth. Prior to living with her son, she had resided in London. She was a member of Knox United Church, London. Funeral service was conducted Saturday from the Smith and Thompson Funeral Home, Paris, by Rev. Robert Stokes of Paris. Interment in Ayr Cemetery. Pallbearers were Lloyd Waldon. Russell Edward, Norman Patton and Donald Lewis.

The Ayr News Jan 28 1971 pg 11

Mary — . Unknown [Group Sheet]