William Baker

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-138669P
• Business: 1846, William Baker - General Merchant, Northumberland St., Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; William Baker - general merchant
• Historic Building: 1860, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Ayr Ice House
• Occupation: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; General Merchant
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Presbyterian
• Business: 1864, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; dealer in dry-goods, groceries, crockery & hardware
• Occupation: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Merchant
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Ayr
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
• Occupation: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Merchant
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Occupation: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; General Merchant
• Residence: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian

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In 1846 Daniel Manley's mill was built, William Baker's store was established and John Watson's foundry constructed with Watson's Dam its power reservoir. These three key businesses played large roles in Ayr's early success as did the coming of the Credit Valley Railway in 1879.

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William Baker, General Merchant, Northumberland Street - In a town of the size of Ayr the carrying on of a trade in general merchandise is of great importance, and constitutes the principal feature in the mercantile resources of a town not yet dignified into a city. Foremost among those engaged in such a trade here is Mr. William Baker. This gentleman commenced business in 1846, having since built up a splendid trade, which is now by far the largest of its kind carried on in Ayr. Mr. Baker carries a complete line of groceries, of fine quality, country produce, all kinds of garden and agricultural seeds. A large and general stock of hardware is carried, paints and oils; as also of dry goods and boots and shoes. The stock is of excellent quality throughout, and being bought on the most favorable terms, special advantages are afforded to the customer. A specialty is made by this house in the exporting of first-class dairy butter. The large trade carried on by Mr. Baker is constantly increasing, as this house is in a position to offer inducements to the customer which no other house in Ayr can. Mr. Baker, who is a native of Glasgow, Scotland, came out to Canada in 1846, having commenced business almost immediately after his arrival. He is an energetic and thorough man of business, and he is widely known in this community, and is held in high esteem, his business career having been unblemished.

Industries of Canada Historical and Commercial Sketches Hamilton and Environs 1886

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In affectionate remembrance of William Baker who died April 17th, 1891 aged 72 years.

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Died, In Ayr, on Friday, 17th of April. William Baker, Aged 72 years and 2 months. The Funeral Will take place on Monday, 20th inst., at 2 o'clock, from his late residence, Northumberland St., to Ayr Cemetery. Friends and acquaintances respectfully invited to attend. Ayr, April 17th, 1891

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William — Margaret McColl. Margaret was born 1815, , Scotland; died 10 Apr 1863, , Ontario, Canada; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

William — ?. was born CA 1818; died Bef 1871. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Elizabeth McColl
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-138673
• Immigration: 1845, , Canada
• Immigration: 1846, , Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Presbyterian
• Residence: 1879, 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

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Nearly 3/4 of Century in Ayr

Passing of Mrs. David McColl, the Oldest Resident

The hand of Death has been very heavy in Ayr during the past week or two, during which time several of our oldest residents have been summoned to the Better Land.

Prominent among these is Mrs. David McColl, who passed away on Friday morning after a lingering illness. The deceased's connection with Ayr was unique in that she had resided here continuously for nearly three quarters of a century. She was born in Glasgow, Scotland, and came direct to Ayr in 1816. Her father, the late William Baker, established what is now the Ramsay store in the same year, and it has been in continuous operation ever since.

Mr. Baker did a successful business in Ayr for many years and was succeeded by is son, the late Thomas Baker, and Mr. David McColl. Later Mr. McColl became the sole proprietor. Miss Baker and Mr. McColl were married in 1870.

Seventy-two years is a long time to live in a community. An enumeration of the changes in that time - of the development of the country and the personnel of those who have come and gone again, would fill a volume. Mrs. McColl precured a deep and intelligent interest in everything pertaining to the moral and material welfare of the community. She also identified herself with church work, being an active member of the Presbyterian Denomination.

Mrs. McColl is survived by her sorrowing husband, and a niece, Mrs. John Goldie, who was for many years a beloved member of her household. The funeral on Sunday afternoon was largely attended, interment being made in the family plot in Ayr cemetery. The service at the hose was conducted by Rev. J. J. Brown and at the grave by rev. Dr. Thomson.

Ayr News Aug 1 1918 pg 8

Elizabeth married David McColl 6 Nov 1879, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. David was born 10 Apr 1840, Barony, Glasgow, Lanark, Scotland; died 11 Feb 1930, Victoria, British Columbia; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Jane "Jennie" Donaldson
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-251698
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Presbyterian

Jane married John Andrew Donaldson 1 Jan 1870, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. John was born 1 Jan 1840, St. Catharines, Welland, Ontario, Canada; died 5 May 1912, Kamloops, , British Columbia, Canada; was buried , Vernon Cemetery, Vernon, British Columbia, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-36034
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Presbyterian
• Occupation: 1873, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; merchant
• Occupation: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Store Clerk
• Residence: 1881, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; C. Presbyterian
• Occupation: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; ? Clerk
• Residence: 1891, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Methodist
• Occupation: 1901, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; General Merchant

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Thomas Baker Dies at Paris

A former prominent and highly esteemed resident of this village, in the person of Thomas Baker, died in Paris on Thursday night in his 68th year. He had been an invalid for the past three years from heart trouble. Mr. Baker was born in Ayr and was a son of the late William Baker, who settled here in 1846, and who conducted a large general merchandizing business, being succeeded by his son and Mr. David McColl. The deceased withdrew from the business quite a few years since and went on the road for a time, but continued to make his home in Ayr up to ten years ago when he went to Paris. In 1873 he married Miss Georgina Appleby, who with two daughters survives, together with one sister, Mrs. D. McColl of this village. The funeral took place on Saturday afternoon, when interment was made in the family plot at the Ayr Cemetery.

The Ayr News May 31 1917 pg 1

Thomas married Georgiana Appleby 11 Jun 1873, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Georgiana (daughter of James A. Appleby and Eliza Ellis) was born 23 Sep 1850, , New York State, USA; died 2 Jun 1934, Farrell, Mercer, Pennsylvania, United States; was buried 5 Jun 1934, Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Presbyterian

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• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Presbyterian

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Died, on Thursday, 6th of May, William C. Baker, Youngest son of W. Baker, Aged 24 Years, 10 Months. The Funeral will take place on Saturday, 8th inst, at 2 o'clock P.M., from his father's residence to Stanley Street Cemetery. Ayr, May 6th, 1880.


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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-430057
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-430058
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

Jane — Donaldson. was born CA 1844; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-430060
• Occupation: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Clerk
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-430061
• Residence: 1871, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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• Name: Florence M. "Flo" Goldie
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-195212P
• Residence: 1911, Ayr, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian

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MRS. JOHN GOLDIE

Former Highly Esteemed Resident of Ayr Passes Suddenly at Victoria, B, C.

The sudden and unexpected death occurred at her home. 1151 McClure street, Victoria, B.C.. on Tuesday, February 15, of Mrs. John Goldie, a former highly esteemed resident of Ayr.

Mrs. Goldie, whose maiden name was Florence Donaldson, was a granddaughter of William Baker, one of the pioneer Merchants of this village, her mother's name being Jennie Baker. She was a niece of Mr. and Mrs. David McColl, with whom she made her home since childhood.

Mrs. Goldie received her early education in Ayr and later attended Brantford Ladies' College. After her marriage, Mr. and Mrs. Goldie resided at various points in Canada and later came back to Ayr to make their home. Some 15 years ago the family removed to Victoria, B.C.

Besides her husband, who is at present confined to the Victoria Hospital, where he underwent a serious operation early in February, she is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Keith Dorman, and two grand-children. The funeral took place to Victoria Cemetery on Thursday, Feb. 17th.

The Ayr News Feb 24 1944 pg 1

Florence married John "Jack" Goldie 28 Jun 1905, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. John (son of David Goldie and Isabella Moray Easton) was born 25 Oct 1870, Greenfield (Reidsville), North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo County, Ontario, Canada; died 1 Mar 1947, Victoria, British Columbia; was buried , Ayr Cemetery, Ayr, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Military: WW1
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-57745
• 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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Demise of Nursing Sister Baker

This community very much regrets the death of Margaret E. Baker, daughter of the late Thomas Baker, daughter of the late Thomas Baker and Mrs. Baker, Paris, formerly of Ayr, which event occurred at Private Pavilion, Toronto General Hospital, on Friday, May the 30th, after a short illness.

Miss Baker was born at Ayr, where her father and her grandfather before him were engaged in the mercantile business for many years. Some years ago she qualified as a nurse and when the war broke out enlisted for service overseas, going out with the New York Presbyterian Hospital unit. For sixteen months she saw service in France, returning to Canada last February, bearing high honors, but in poor health. She remained with the army, however, and until her health failed completely was a nursing sister at the Davisville S.C.R. Hospital.

Besides her grief stricken mother, a loving sister also survives.

Interment took place at Ayr on Monday.

Service was held in Christ Church, Rev. Mr. Adamson of Paris officiating.

The procession to the cemetery was headed by a company of returned soldiers and a firing party, while a bugler sounded "The Last Post." At the grave the regulation three volleys were tried, the entire proceedings constituting a very impressive ceremony, and the first military funeral Ayr has ever had. The friends from Paris, as well as many citizens of this community, attended in automobiles, while a large number of people congregated at the cemetery and many wet eyes testified to the esteem in which Sister Baker was held.

The members of the Ayr council attended in a body. Sergt. Heeman of Paris was in charge of the firing party. The following members of the Ayr contingent, nearly all of whom were in uniform, were commanded by Sergt. Geo. Dear, Bert Robson, Jas. Woolsey, F. Turner, H. Griffin, H. Cornford, R. Hawes, T. Hawes, J.T. Gilli?, A. ?, C. E?, H. Fraser, N. ?, W. Griffin?, J. Ronald?. Six Nursing Sisters who had been overseas, two each from Paris, Toronto, ane New York, attended the obsequies. The deceased's name is on the Ayr Public School honor roll, and the school flag was flying at half-mast throughout the day.

Ayr News Jun 5 1919 pg 1

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Miss Baker was born at Ayr, where her father and her grandfather before him were engaged in the mercantile business for many years. Some years ago she qualified as a nurse and when the war broke out enlisted for service overseas, going out with the New York Presbyterian Hospital unit. For sixteen months she saw service in France, returning to Canada last February, bearing high honors, but in poor health. She remained with the army, however, and until her health failed completely was a nursing sister at the Davisville S.C.R. Hospital.

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• Military: WW2 - field investigator for the American Red Cross
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-57746
• 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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Mae Lovett Baker Passes in Farrell, Pa. - Funeral service was conducted at Ayr Cemetery on Saturday for the late Miss Mae Lovett Baker, 82, who passed away in Farrell, Pa. Rev. Herbert Bull officiated. The late Miss Baker was born in Ayr, a daughter of the late Thomas Baker and Georgina Appleby. Her father was a partner in the former well-known Baker & McColl general store which was located on the site of the post office. The family resided in the home now occupied by Dr. G. Lynne-Davies. After disposing of his interest in the store, Mr. Baker and family moved to Paris. The late Miss Baker was a professional nurse and served for many years in industry in Farrell, Pa., before retiring in 1955. During World War II she was a field investigator for the American Red Cross. A sister, Margaret, served as a nurse in World War I, and died shortly after her return from overseas.

The Ayr News Jul 21 1960 pg 4

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