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Natal Witness 1918 1 January - March

DOMESTIC NOTICES

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TUESDAY, JANUARY 1, 1918

BIRTHS

JAMES. - On the 29th, at Nurse SCHURING's Home, 76, Douglas Street, Dundee, to Mr. and Mrs. Harold James, a son. 8910

DEATHS

UPFOLD. - On 25th December, Edwin Alfred Delville, the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. W.J. UPFOLD, aged three weeks. 8915

ROLL OF HONOUR

MUIR. - Died of wounds, somewhere in France, on 16th December, 1917, John Heatherton MUIR, aged 20 years, eldest son of J.H. and Emily MUIR, of Lidgetton. "For King and Country."

THURSDAY, JANUARY 3, 1918

BIRTHS

CARBUTT. - At Harrismith, on the 23rd inst., to Mr. and Mrs. C.A. CARBUTT, of Kaffirstad, a daughter. 8923

KING. - At the Sanatorium, on 28th December, 1917, to Mr. and Mrs. J.H.J. KING, of Manderston, a son. Both well. 8893

STEPHENSON. - On the 28th December, at the Sanatorium, Maritzburg, to Mr. and Mrs. STEPHENSON, of Newcastle, a daughter. 8925

MARRIAGES

BRONSTEIN-BORKUM. - At the Synagogue, Pine Street, Maritzburg, on the 26th December, 1917, by the Rev. J. SLOMOVITZ, Nat. N. BRONSTEIN, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. S. BRONSTEIN, 49, Church Street, Maritzburg, to Samilla BORKUM, eldest daughter of Mrs. A. GLATT, of Vrede, O.F.S., and of the late Philip BORKUM. 8922

DEATHS

SHANKS. - At Frere, on December 28th, 1917, Anne Anderson, infant daughter of J.W. and E.G. SHANKS, aged 10 months. 4622

WATSON. - At 195, Chapel Street, Maritzburg, on Tuesday evening, at 7.45, Jessie Eliza Mary (Daisy), youngest daughter of William and Eliza WATSON.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 4, 1918

BIRTHS

BAYLEY. - At Kingsdale, Isozela, December 29th, 1917, to Mr. and Mrs. H.K. BAYLEY, a son. 8948

KAYOL. - At the Havelock Nursing Home, to Mr. and Mrs. KAYOL, of Durban, on January 2nd, a daughter. 4636

REYNOLDS. - At the Havelock Nursing Home, to Mrs. Frank REYNOLDS, Railway Street, on the 29th December, 1917, a daughter. 4638

SAUNDERS. - At the Havelock Nursing Home, to Mrs. SAUNDERS, wife of Lieut. SAUNDERS, S.A.M.R., on December 19th, 1917, a daughter. 4637

SHAW. - At the Havelock Nursing Home, to Mr. and Mrs. J.A. SHAW, of Colenso, on December 26th, 1917, a daughter. 4640

SYMONS. - At the Havelock Nursing Home, to Mr. and Mrs. J.L. SYMONS, Hardingsdale, on the 29th December, 1917, a daughter. 4639

TAYLOR. - At the Sanatorium, on December 26th, 1917, to Mr. and Mrs. F.S. TAYLOR, of Creighton, a son; both well. 8930

MARRIAGES

PENMAN-HORNER. - On December 31st, at St. James' Church, Dundee, by the Reverend DAVIS, Elsie Mary, second daughter of Harry HORNER, Frere, to Charles PENMAN, eldest son of John PENMAN, Natal Navigation Collieries, Hatting Spruit. 8949

DEATHS

ALLAN. - On December 25th, at Longlands, Ixopo, Evelyn Kate, the dearly loved wife of A.V. ALLAN, daughter of the late George WHITELAW and Teresa DRUCE of Bulwer, age 25. 8941

PITHEY. - At Dannhauser, on Christmas Day, Isabelle Hameline (Girlie), beloved daughter of S.H. and L.N. PITHEY, aged 16 years and 11 months.

ROLL OF HONOUR

MUIR. - Died of wounds, somewhere in France, on 16th December, 1917, John Heatherton MUIR, aged 20 years, eldest son of J.H. and Emily MUIR, of Lidgetton. "For King and Country."

SATURDAY, JANUARY 5, 1918

BIRTHS

EGLINGTON. - At the Sanatorium, Pietermaritzburg, on the 3rd January, 1918, to Mr. and Mrs. G.B. EGLINGTON, of Blackridge, a daughter. 8957

WOODLEY. - At Nurse GILLESPIE's, 401, Church Street, on 30th December, 1917, to Mr. and Mrs. WOODLEY, a son.

IN MEMORIAM

REID. - In loving memory of John Walter REID, who passed away, January 5th, 1913. To Memory Dear. 8976

MONDAY, JANUARY 7, 1918

BIRTHS

CHAPLIN. - On January 3rd, at the Havelock Road Nursing Home, to Mr. and Mrs. R.M. CHAPLIN, a son. 8991

JOHNSTONE. - At Volksrust, Transvaal, on January 2nd, to Mr. and Mrs. Bernardus N. JOHNSTONE of Kalbasfontein, a daughter (Haidee). - Nurse GRISSAER in attendance. 8978

MARRIAGES

NOTT-WALKER. - On December 26th, 1917, Mary Rose, only daughter of the late W.H. and Mrs. WALKER, Maritzburg, to Thomas Henry NOTT. 8986

DEATHS

KNAPP. - At 26, Havelock Road, on December 31, 1917, Mary KNAPP, relict of the late David KNAPP, age 82 years and 9 months. Deeply mourned.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 8, 1918

BIRTHS

GOWANS. - At 134, Pietermaritz Street, on the 6th January 1918, to Mr. and Mrs. H.F. GOWANS, a son. (Nurse A. MULLENS, of Durban, in attendance.)

ROLL OF HONOURS

FOX ELLIS. - Killed in action in France on 25th December, 1917, Warwick FOX ELLIS, 2nd S.A.I., son of the late L. and J. FOX ELLIS, of Edgbaston, Birmingham, and brother of Dorothy FOX ELLIS, 258, Loop Street, Maritzburg, aged 23 years. Served in Rebellion and South West Africa. (Birmingham papers, please copy). 9010

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 9, 1918

BIRTHS

MENZEL. - On the 6th, at Nurse SCHURING's Home, 76, Douglas Street, Dundee, to Mr. and Mrs. J. MENZEL , of Normandien, a son. 9027

STONE. - At Craigie Lea, Ixopo, on January 2nd, to Mr. and Mrs. C. Cecil STONE, a daughter; both well. 9031

ROLL OF HONOUR

GARDNER. - In memory of my dear son, William James GARDNER, killed in action in France, October 15th, 1917.

Afar from his home and the friends of his youth He fought for the standard of honour and truth, For the love of his king the wide ocean he crossed.

Soon, alas! was his fall, but he died at his post, Victorious he fell, for he rose as he fell, In that bright land of glory for ever to dwell.

-Inserted by loving Mother, Father, and Sister. 9041

SHAW. - Killed in France, on 26th October, 1917, John Herbert SHAW, Second-Lieut., Northumberland Fusiliers, late of Good Hope, Boston, son of the late Henry SHAW of Birmingham. 9028

THURSDAY, JANUARY 10, 1918

DOMESTIC NOTICES

SHAW. - Killed in France, on 26th October, 1917, John Herbert SHAW, Second-Lieut., Northumberland Fusiliers, late of Good Hope, Boston, son of the late Henry SHAW, of Birmingham. 9028

FRIDAY, JANUARY 11, 1918

DEATHS

MENDENHALL. - At Pietermaritzburg, on the 10th inst., Natalie Constance, 3rd daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E.G. MENDENHALL, of Clifton Hall, Town Hill, Pietermaritzburg, aged 25 years. ei. 9099

PICKARD. - Suddenly, at Mafeking, on the 6th January, Clifford Richard (of Molepolole, Bechuanaland Protectorate), aged 37, only son of Edwin and Caroline PICKARD, of Pietermaritzburg. ei.4778

SATURDAY, JANUARY 12, 1918

DEATHS

BOWES. - At "Endsel," Newcastle Division, on 30th December, 1917, William R. BOWES, aged 62 years. 4803

MENDENHALL. - At Pietermaritzburg, on the 10th inst., Natalie Constance, 3rd daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E.G. MENDENHALL, of Clifton Hall, Town Hill, Pietermaritzburg, aged 25 years. ei. 9099

PICKARD. - Suddenly, at Mafeking, on the 6th January, Clifford Richard (of Molepolole, Bechuanaland Protectorate), aged 37, only son of Edwin and Caroline PICKARD, of Pietermaritzburg. ei.4778

IN MEMORIAM

MORRIS. - In loving memory our darling Muriel (Millie), who died in Ladysmith, 12 January 1917.

Gone is the voice we loved so dear

Still is the heart that was true,

Cold are the lips that so fondly kissed, But still in our memory is her dear smile and loving face.

-Her loving parents and brother. 9049

ROLL OF HONOUR

COCKCROFT. - Died of wounds in France, on 7th December, 1917, Mark Philip COCKCROFT, S.A.I., youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. M.B. COCKCROFT, of Ladysmith, age 28. 4802

MONDAY, JANUARY 14, 1918

MARRIAGES

GRAY-MURCHIE. - On January 9th, 1918, at Pietermaritzburg, Francis Maud (Tommy) MURCHIE, second daughter of the late A.A. MURCHIE and Mrs. HODGSON, of 297, Loop Street, to Robert Edward GRAY, of Albert Falls. 9126

DEATHS

MENDENHALL. - At Pietermaritzburg, on the 10th inst., Natalie Constance, 3rd daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E.G. MENDENHALL, of Clifton Hall, Town Hill, Pietermaritzburg, aged 25 years. ei.9099

PICKARD. - Suddenly, at Mafeking, on the 6th January, Clifford Richard (of Molepolole, Bechuanaland Protectorate), aged 37, only son of Edwin and Caroline PICKARD, of Pietermaritzburg. ei. 4778

IN MEMORIAM

GRANT. - In cherished memory of our darling boy, Herbert William (Bertie), who passed away at Durban on January 13th, 1917. Inserted by his sorrowing Father and Mother. 9131

TUESDAY, JANUARY 15, 1918

BIRTHS

KOCK. - At Donagh, Groenvlei, Wakkerstroom, Transvaal, on January 10th, to Mr. G.P. KOCK (Sheep Inspector) and Mrs. KOCK (nee BURGERS) a daughter (Mercia). Dr. BRUGMAN and Nurse GRISSAER in attendance. 9142

LOGAN. - At the sanatorium, Maritzburg, on the 12th inst., to Mr. and Mrs. Maurice LOGAN, of Karabib, South West Africa, a daughter; both well. 4872

MARRIAGES

BOAST-KIELDSEN. - On January 12th, 1918, by Special License, at St. Paul's Church, Durban, by the Rev. CANON FENTON, Alfred Roy, second son of Alfred BOAST (late magistrate), to Helena Margrethe, daughter of Jens Peter KIELDSEN, of Durban. No cards. 9146

DEATHS

MALCOLM. - Killed accidentally on the 11st inst, Roderick McKINNON, dearly beloved son of D. McK. And M.E. MALCOLM, Willson Street, Dundee, aged 1 year. 9147

ROLL OF HONOUR

WHITE. - Killed in action, in France, on December 7th, 1917, James Sydney Dewberry WHITE (South African Scottish), son of J.T. WHITE, Bradford, Yorkshire. 9141

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 16, 1918

DEATHS

HEARN. - At "Birkenheim," Hatting Spruit, on the 11th inst., Henry John HEARN, J.P., dearly beloved husband of Mary Sophia HEARN, at the age of 62 years.

ROLL OF HONOUR

CHIAZZARI. - Died of wounds, on December 22nd., Pte. Victor Angelo CHIAZZARI, S.A.I., second son of the late Joseph Angelo CHIAZZARI, of Durban and Mrs. C.J. HARDING, of Estcourt, aged 19. ei.9161

THURSDAY, JANUARY 17, 1918

MARRIAGES

McKENZIE-LOGAN. - At Lee Crofts, on 10th January, by Rev. R.Y. WHITTON, Jack McKENZIE, Onverwacht, Nottingham Road, son of late Mr. Jack and Mrs. McKENZIE, and grandson of the late Mr. Duncan McKENZIE, Lion's Bush,. to Marjory Jean, younger daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A.C. LOGAN, Curry's Post. 9190

NOTICE OF MARRIAGE

MISS A.M. THEUNISSEN, of Bethlehem, O.F.S., and MR. P.J. NAUDE, Utrecht, Natal, wish to inform all their relatives and friends that they are to be married on the 2nd February, 1918, at Bethlehem, O.F.S. ei 9186

DEATHS

BUTLER. - At the Arcadia Nursing Home, Pretoria, on the 12th January, Mary Effie Petrina BUTLER (nee ALLKINS), aged 29, dearly beloved wife of Arthur J. BUTLER. 4927

MALCOLM. - Killed accidentally, on the 11th instant, Roderick McKINNON, dearly beloved son of D. McK. and M.E. Malcolm, Willson Street, Dundee, aged 1 year. 9147

ROLL OF HONOUR

CHIAZZARI. - Died of wounds, on December 22nd., Pte. Victor Angelo CHIAZZARI, S.A.I., second son of the late Joseph Angelo CHIAZZARI, of Durban and Mrs. C.J. HARDING, of Estcourt, aged 19. ei.9161

FRIDAY, JANUARY 18, 1918

BIRTHS

FYNN. - At Havelock Nursing Home (Sister McCLEAN), on the 17th January 1918, the wife of H.F. FYNN, of a son. 9215

WARD. - At 287, Loop Street, Maritzburg, on the 16th January, 1918, to Mr. and Mrs. E.C. WARD, a daughter. 9217

NOTICE OF MARRIAGE

DEATHS

HORTON. - Died January 16th, Jessie Hazel, dearly beloved younger daughter of Louis and Harry D. Horton, c.o. 7, Doig Street, Maritzburg. 9214

SATURDAY, JANUARY 19, 1918

MARRIAGES

BAYLIS-KEITH. - At St. Thomas', Berea, Durban, on January 15th, by the Revd. Henry GRELLIER, Leighton George Cyril, eldest son of the late Leighton BAYLIS and Mrs. BAYLIS, of Maritzburg, to Eleanor Margaret, only daughter of the late John KEITH and Mrs. KEITH, of Pretoria. 9246

NOTICE OF MARRIAGE

MONDAY, JANUARY 21, 1918

BIRTHS

CLENDENNAN. - At Nurse DOWSETT's, 523, Prince Alfred Street, on 19th January, 1918, to Mr. and Mrs. CLENDENNAN, of Fairview, Camperdown, a daughter. Both well. 9257

NOTICE OF MARRIAGE

ROLL OF HONOUR

JOHNSTONE. - Killed in action on December 8th, 1917, Pte. Andrew JOHNSTONE, South African Scottish, eldest son of Mrs. J.W. JOHNSTONE, of Volksrust. Aged 20 years. 9250

IN MEMORIAM

ADAM. - In loving memory of our dear Father, died 21st January, 1917. Until the day breaks. 5009

TUESDAY, JANUARY 22, 1918

BIRTHS

STEERE. - At 360, Longmarket Street, on Friday, 18th instant, to Mr. and Mrs. J.H. STEERE, a daughter. 9278

NOTICE OF MARRIAGE

DEATHS

REID. - Died at Talana, on the 11th January, 1918, Donald Alexander, dearly beloved and youngest son of Wm. and M. REID, station master, Talana, at the age of 11 months and 4 days. "Rest in Peace." 9258

ROLL OF HONOUR

ALEXANDER. - Killed in action, on 7th January, Pte. Charles Reid ALEXANDER, South African Scottish, aged 31 years, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. ALEXANDER, Deanery Lane, Maritzburg. Deeply regretted. "He gave his life, that we might live." ei9275

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 23, 1918

BIRTHS

ANDREWS. - At Woodhouse Road, Scottsville on the 17th January, 1918, to Mr. and Mrs. O.H. ANDREWS, a son.

MIDDLETON. - At the Sanatorium, Maritzburg, on the 21st inst, to Mr. and Mrs. J. MIDDLETON, of De Jager's Drift, a daughter. Both well. 9299

DEATHS

COLLIS. - At the sanatorium, Pietermaritzburg on the 20th January, Margaret Roberta Amy Louisa, beloved child of Stephen and Aletta COLLIS, aged 18 months. ei9292

(Note: variations in spelling of 4th name).

COLLIS. - At the sanatorium, Pietermaritzburg, on January 20th, Margaret Roberta Amy Louise, aged 18 months, beloved daughter of Mr. and Mrs. S.E. COLLIS, of Penmount, Ixopo. 9307

(Note: variations in spelling of 4th name).

IN MEMORIAM

NURSE. - In loving remembrance of our dear brother, Willie, killed in action in Egypt, January 23rd, 1916.

"To memory ever dear."

Inserted by his loving sister and brother, Ruby and Alex. 9291

ROLL OF HONOUR

THURSDAY, JANUARY 24, 1918

BIRTHS

KITCHINER. - The wife of Sergt. E. KITCHINER, S.A.M.C., on Active Service, at 30, Pietermaritz Street, a daughter. Both well. Thanks to Sister McCLEAN and Nurse ACKHURST. 9350

SMITH. - At 335, Berg Street, Maritzburg, on January 22 to Mr. and Mrs. A.J. SMITH, late of Franklin, a son. 9337

DEATHS

COLLIS. - At the sanatorium, Pietermaritzburg on the 20th January, Margaret Roberta Amy Louisa, beloved child of Stephen and Aletta COLLIS, aged 18 months. ei9292

IN MEMORIAM

EMANUEL. - In memory of my dear son, Harry EMANUEL (late Sergeant, Natal Police), who died January 24th, 1903. "To memory ever dear."

FRIDAY, JANUARY 25, 1918

DEATHS

CARTER. - At the sanatorium, Pietermaritzburg, on the 21st January, 1918, William CARTER, of Highthorn, Weenen County, aged 52 years. ei9365

SATURDAY, JANUARY 26, 1918

DEATHS

CARTER. - At the sanatorium, Pietermaritzburg, on the 21st January, 1918, William CARTER, of Highthorn, Weenen County, aged 52 years. ei9365

MONDAY, JANUARY 28. 1918

BIRTHS

DANIEL. - At "Killarney," Transvaal, on the 18th January, 1918, to Mr. and Mrs. O. Ripton DANIEL, a daughter. (Nurse M. HANCOCK, C.M.C.) 9409

HUNTLEY. - On the 24th inst. at the Sanatorium, to Mr. and Mrs. A.D. HUNTLEY, a daughter.

DEATHS

CARTER. - At the sanatorium, Pietermaritzburg, on the 21st January, 1918, William CARTER, of Highthorn, Weenen County, aged 52 years. ei9365

IN MEMORIAM

BRITTAIN. - In loving memory of my dear husband and our father, Joseph BRITTAIN, who departed this life on January 28th, 1912.

Six years have passed, but none can tell The loss of him we loved so well, But while he lies in peaceful sleep His memory we will always keep.

Inserted by his loving wife and family.

KEIGHTLY. - In loving memory of our dear father, William Henry KEIGHTLY who died at his daughter's residence, Durban, 28th January, 1917. "Gone but not forgotten."

TUESDAY, JANUARY 29, 1918

BIRTHS

BYRNE. - At Nurse TRELEASE's Home, Berg Street, Maritzburg, on the 26th January, 1918, to Mr. and Mrs. J.G. BYRNE, of 29, Boshoff Street, a son. Both well. 9411

KEYTEL. - On the 27th January, 1918, to Mr. and Mrs. W.H. KEYTEL, "Liliefontein," Foxhill, a daughter. Nurse BATES in attendance. 9414

UYS - On January 22nd, at Uitzoek, Utrecht District, to Mr. and Mrs. P. Lafras UYS (nee NEETHLING), a son. Nurse GRISSAER in attendance. 9417

DEATHS

UYS. - On January 22nd, at Uitzoek, Utrecht District, the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. P. Lafras UYS (nee NEETHLING). 9418

IN MEMORIAM

KEIGHTLY. - In loving memory of our dear father, who departed this life 28th January in Durban. One year has passed and still we miss him, Our hearts ache for the loved one. Inserted by his loving son and daughter, George and Emma. 9420

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 30, 1918

BIRTHS

REYBURN. - At the Yorkshire Nursing Home, Durban, January 23rd, to Mr. and Mrs. Geo. REYBURN, Hillary, a son. Both well. 5190

THURSDAY, JANUARY 31, 1918

DOMESTIC NOTICES

DEATHS

BAKER. - At No. 46, Norfolk Road, Berea, Durban, on January 23rd, Mrs. Elizabeth T.A. BAKER, wife of Mr. A. BAKER. Passed peacefully away. 5229

MASON. - At Ladysmith, at the residence of her son, Bert MASON, on the 26th January, 1918, Catherine MASON, widow of the late Richard MASON, in her 80th year. Yorkshire papers please copy. ei5230

MARRIAGES

JANSEN-JOHNSON. - Married at St. Mary's (English) Church, Johannesburg, on the 26th inst., by the Rev G.G.S. GILLET, Lorna Jeannette JANSEN to Percy Renison JOHNSON, both of Pretoria. 9475

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 1918

DEATHS

MASON. - At Ladysmith, at the residence of her son, Bert MASON, on the 26th of January, 1918, Catherine MASON, widow of the late Richard MASON, in her 80th year. Yorkshire papers please copy. ei5230

IN MEMORIAM

GRAHAM. - In ever loving memory of our dear mother, who passed away at the Sanatorium, on February 1st, 1917. Inserted by her daughters. 9493

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 1918

BIRTHS

DICKS. - At Greendale, Howick, January 28th, to Mr. and Mrs. C.C. DICKS, Bergville, a son. Both well. 9525

WILLIAMS. - On the 1st February, 1918, at the Sanatorium, to Mr. and Mrs. C.E. WILLIAMS, a daughter. Both well. 9545

IN MEMORIAM

DU BOIS. - In ever loving memory of our darling child, Natalie Muriel, who departed this life at Vergelegen, on February 2nd, 1903.

God has called away our darling,

Placed our bud amongst His flowers,

Taken back the one He lent us

To a better home than ours. 5278

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 1918

DEATHS

MOWAT. - Jackie, the beloved son of Mr. and Mrs. K. MOWAT, at Newmarket, East Griqualand, on the 30th January, the result of an accident. Age 4 years and 9 months.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 1918

BIRTHS

BUTCHER. - On 1st February, to Mr. and Mrs. Arthur E. BUTCHER, Queen Street, Ladysmith, a son. Both well. 5329

RUNCIE. - On the 1st February, at 6, Bateman Avenue, to Mr. and Mrs. J. Reid RUNCIE, a daughter. 9569

TURNER. - At 467, Burger Street, on the 2nd inst., to Mr. and Mrs. A.C. TURNER, a daughter. 9585

DEATHS

BAKER. - At No. 46, Norfolk Road, Berea, Durban, on January 23rd, Mrs. Elizabeth T.A. BAKER, wife of Wm. A. BAKER. Passed peacefully away.

ELY. - Died at "The Grove," Woodhouse Road, on the 2nd January, 1918, Clara Gertrude, aged 57 years and 9 months. 9579

KENMUIR. - Fred Garnet, the beloved son of Mr. and Mrs. S. KENMUIR, at The Arcadia Nursing Home, Pretoria, on the 30th January, after a short illness. Aged 34. 9577

MACKENZIE. - At Cramond, on the 29th January, Isabella Cramond MCKENZIE, widow of the late William MACKENZIE. ei5334

IN MEMORIAM

PROWSE. - In loving memory of Harry Matthews PROWSE, E.R.C.I., who entered into rest 3rd February, 1913. 9571

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 1918

BIRTHS

COX. - On 1st inst., at "Driehoek," Dannhasuer, to Mr. and Mrs. G.W. COX, "Cranford," Waschbank, a son. Both doing well. 9593

TURNER. - On January, 27th, 1918, at Holmleigh, Seven Oaks, to Mr. and Mrs. E. ROYDEN TURNER, a daughter. 9597

DEATHS

MACKENZIE. - At Cramond, on the 29th January, Isabella Cramond MACKENZIE, widow of the late William MACKENZIE. ei5334

IN MEMORIAM

THOMAS. - In loving memory of my dear father, William THOMAS, who died at Grey's Hospital, February 8th, 1917.

Inserted by Mollie.

You are not forgotten, father, dear,

Nor ever will you be,

As long as life and memory last

I will remember thee. 9586

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 1918

DEATHS

MACKENZIE. - At Cramond, on the 29th January, Isabella Cramond MACKENZIE, widow of the late William MACKENZIE. ei5334 IN MEMORIAM MURRAY. - In loving memory of Alexander Scott MURRAY, who died at Durban, 7th February, 1918. 5381

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 1918

BIRTHS

SAVILLE. - At the Sanatorium, Loop Street, on 5th instant, to Mr. and Mrs. Cliff SAVILLE, a son. Both well. 9650

DEATHS

MACKENZIE. - At Cramond, on the 29th January, Isabella Cramond MACKENZIE, widow of the late William MACKENZIE. ei5334 SINK. - At Richmond, on February 5th, 1918, the beloved wife of Ernest SINK. 5412

IN MEMORIAM

THOMAS. - In loving memory of my dear father, William THOMAS, who died at Grey's Hospital, February 8th, 1917.

Inserted by Mollie.

You are not forgotten, father, dear,

Nor ever will you be,

As long as life and memory last

I will remember thee. 9586

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 1918

BIRTHS

BLACKLER. - At 381, Loop Street, on the 5th inst., to Mr. and Mrs. H.R. BLACKER, a daughter. 9675

CHICK. - At Parktown North, Johannesburg, on the 7th inst., the wife of the late Lance-Corporal Victor CHICK, a son. ei9668

JEWELL. - On the 6th inst., at the Residency, Greytown, to Mr. and Mrs. E.A. JEWELL, "Glenbarton," Roberts Road, P.M.Burg, a son. Both doing well.

PARKS. - At Ladysmith, on 20th January, to Mr. and Mrs. J. PARKS, Francis Road, Ladysmith, a son. 5437

DEATHS

EGNER. - Peter Menne, the beloved son of Robert and Dora EGNER, on February 5th, 1918, aged two years and nine months. ei9667

KOCHER, Paul. - On the 4th February, at Umsinga Mountain, after a long illness. Age 57. R.I.P.

MACKENZIE. - At Cramond, on the 29th January, Isabella Cramond MACKENZIE, widow of the late William MACKENZIE. ei5334

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 1918

BIRTHS

BLACKER. - At 381, Loop Street, on the 5th inst., to Mr. and Mrs. H.R. BLACKER, a daughter. 9675

CHICK. - At Parktown North, Johannesburg, on the 7th inst., the wife of the late Lance-Corporal, Victor CHICK, a son. ei9668

DRANE. - At Queen Victoria Hospital, Eshowe, February 4th, the wife of J. DRANE, of a son. Both well. 9689

GOLDEN WEDDING

CHICK-GEE. - On the 11th February, 1868, at the residence of the bride's father, Stamford Hill, near Durban, by the Rev. James CAMERON, George Henry, third son of Mr. John CHICK, sugar-planter, Umgeni, to Ann Alice, second daughter of Mr. Stephen. GEE, late of Saccharine Hill Sugar Estate. 5464

DEATHS

EGNER. - Peter Menne, the beloved son of Robert and Dora EGNER, on February 5th, 1918, aged two years and nine months. ei9667

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 1918

BIRTHS

KENMUIR. - On the 10th inst., at the Maternity College Hospital, Arcadia, Pretoria, the widow of the late Fred Garnett KENMUIR, of a daughter. Both well. 9108

REID. - At Nurse FOSTER's, on 22nd January, 1918, to Mr. and Mrs. C. REID, of Acton Homes, a daughter. 5499

MARRIAGES

DUNN-VICE. - At St. Peter's Cathedral, P.M. Burg, on 7th February, 1918, Archibald Gardner Spencer, eldest son of R.E. DUNN, J.P., to Elsie Jane, eldest daughter of the late A.C. MACKENZIE. 9715

ROLL OF HONOUR. - IN MEMORIAM.

EARLY. - Killed in action, on 12th February, 1916, at Salita Hill, German East Africa, John Henry EARLY, 6th South African Infantry, beloved second son of the late Edward Hampden EARLY, and Mrs. EARLY, Maritzburg, formerly of Brompton, Oxon, England. Aged 18 years. 9691

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 1918

BIRTHS

CARTER. - At "Eagles Nest," Berea, Ladysmith, on Monday, 11th February, to Mr. and Mrs. Horace B. CARTER, a son. 5812

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 1918

DEATHS

JONES. - At 136, Loop Street, on February 7th, Robt. JONES, late of Howick. Aged 60 years. ei9760

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 1918

DEATHS

JONES. - At 136, Loop Street, on February 7th, Robt. JONES, late of Howick. Aged 60 years. ei9760

ROLL OF HONOUR

RICE. - Died of wounds somewhere in France, 29th January, 1918, Pte. Arthur Cecil RICE, S.A.I., second beloved son of the late J. RICE and Mrs. RICE, aged 27 years. Deeply mourned.

He died that we might live.

We loved him in life, he is dear to us still, But in grief we must bend to God's holy will, Our sorrow is great, the loss heavy to bear, But angels, dear son, will tend thee with care. 9763

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 1918

BIRTHS

BINNS. - At Howick, on February 11th, 1918, to Mr. and Mrs. J. BINNS, a daughter. Both well. 9791

HYDE. - At 288, Victoria Road, Maritzburg, on Friday, 15th February, 1918, to Mr. and Mrs. H. HYDE, a son. Both well. 9799

MITCHELL. - At "Allerton," Veterinary Research Laboratory, Maritzburg, on the 10th inst., to Mr. and Mrs. D.T. MITCHELL, a daughter. 9798

IN MEMORIAM

COLENBRANDER. - In fond remembrance of our dearly beloved mother, Jeanne Jacqualine COLENBRANDER (born BRUNNER), who was called to rest in Durban on the 16th of February, 1917. Inserted by her sorrowing children.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 1918

BIRTHS

AKERMAN. - At Pietermaritzburg, on February 12th, 1918, to Dr. and Mrs. Conrad AKERMAN, a son. ei9821

DEATHS

AKERMAN. - At Pietermaritzburg, on February 12th, 1918, Ethel Marian, dearly beloved wife of Conrad AKERMAN. ei9822

FORDER. - On the 14th February, George FORDER of Plaisance, Bulwer, in his 79th year. 9825

IN MEMORIAM

HALL. - In loving memory of our darling little boy, Harold Aubrey (Bantoosie), who died at Dalton, 18th February, 1916. To memory ever dear.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 1918

BIRTHS

AKERMAN. - At Pietermaritzburg, on February 12th, 1918, to Dr. and Mrs. Conrad AKERMAN, a son. ei9821

DEATHS

AKERMAN. - At Pietermaritzburg, on February 12th, 1918, Ethel Marian, dearly beloved wife of Conrad AKERMAN. ei9822

MINGAY. - At Inglenook, on February 11th, James Arthur MINGAY, in his 63rd year. ei9857

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 1918

BIRTHS

AKERMAN. - At Pietermaritzburg, on February 12th, 1918, to Dr. and Mrs. Conrad AKERMAN, a son. ei9821

MASON. - At Havelock Nursing Home, Pietermaritzburg, on the 18th February, 1918, to Mr. and Mrs. W.B. MASON, Fort Napier, a son. 9871

RAPSON. - At Mrs. PORTER's, Ladysmith, on 14th February, 1918, to Mr. and Mrs. Reg. S. RAPSON, Acton Homes, of a son. Both well. 9869

DEATHS

AKERMAN. - At Pietermaritzburg, on February 12th, 1918, Ethel Marian, dearly beloved wife of Conrad AKERMAN. ei9822

MINGAY. - At Inglenook, on February 11th, James Arthur MINGAY, in his 63rd year. ei9857

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 1918

DEATHS

MINGAY. - At Inglenook, on February 11th, James Arthur MINGAY, in his 63rd year. ei9857

BRISMILLAH

Of the Infant Son of Mr. and Mrs. H. HYDE, of 288, Victoria Road, Maritzburg, will take place on Friday, the 22nd February, 1918, at 11 a.m. All Friends and Relatives are cordially invited. No cards. ei9900

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 1918

MINGAY. - At Inglenook, on February 11th, James Arthur MINGAY, in his 63rd year. ei9857

WAY. - At the Sanatorium, Maritzburg, on February 20th, Francis Elizabeth WAY, aged 67. ei9907

BRISMILLAH

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 1918

BIRTHS

LEATHEM. - On 15th February, at 39, Martha Street, Pretoria, to Mr. and Mrs. R.C. LEATHEM, a daughter. 9920

DEATHS

BALL. - Died on the 19th inst., at The Sanatorium, Durban, Stephen Ambrose BALL, the beloved husband of Isabella W. BALL, of Umhlumba, Weenen, aged 53 years and 9 months. Deeply regretted. 5776

LOWEN. - On February, 20th, 1918, Annie Jane, dearly loved wife of C.F. LOWEN, in her 55th year. 9917

MINGAY. - At Inglenook, on February 11th, James Arthur MINGAY, in his 63rd year. ei9857

WAY. - At the Sanatorium, Maritzburg, on February 20th, Francis Elizabeth WAY, aged 67. ei9907

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 1918

SCHAFER. - At the Sanatorium, Maritzburg, on the 20th February, to Mr. and Mrs. F.W. SCHAFER, of Bergville, a daughter. Both well. 9951

SWAN. - At the Sanatorium, Maritzburg, on 22nd February, to Mr. and Mrs. H.D. SWAN, Clifton, Willow Grange, a son. Both well. ei9939

DEATHS

BALL. - Died on the 19th inst., at The Sanatorium, Durban, Stephen Ambrose BALL, the beloved husband of Isabella W. BALL, of Umhlumba, Weenen, aged 53 years and 9 months. Deeply regretted. 5776

IN MEMORIAM

POSNOT. - In ever loving memory of our dear son and brother, John POSNOT, who departed this life February 25th, 1902.

We loved him in life, he is dear to us still, But in grief we must bend to God's holy will. 9950

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 1918

BIRTHS

SWAN. - At the Sanatorium, Maritzburg, on 22nd February, to Mr. and Mrs. H.D. SWAN, Clifton, Willow Grange, a son. Both well. ei9939

DEATHS

DORE. - Walter William DORE, Buxedeni Store, P.O. Hlabisa, Zululand, passed away on the 16th of February, 1918, aged 75. 9958

MINGAY. - At Inglenook, on February 11th, James Arthur MINGAY, in his 63rd year. ei9857

"PRO PATRIA MORI."

Alfred Edward COUZENS, S.A.I., second son of the late Alfred COUZENS, of Chelmsford, Essex, England, grandson of Mrs. Mary BUTLER, 198 Victoria Road, Pietermaritzburg, Missing and wounded, 18th July, 1916, "Delville Wood," France.

Notified "Prisoner of War," 30th September, 1916. Notified as having been moved to an Internment, P.P. Limburg a/Lahu, 8th May, 1917. Again notified as "Missing" 9th November, 1917.

Notified death officially accepted 23rd February, 1918.

"Forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive them That trespass against us." 9973

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 1918

DEATHS

WHITEHEAD. - At "Eshott," Morcom Road, no February 25th, the dearly beloved daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Fred. WHITEHEAD (Dolly) aged 16½ years. "Peace, perfect peace." 9979

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 1918

ROLL OF HONOUR

COUSINS. - Pte. Alfred Edward COUSIN, S.A.I., death officially accepted, was formerly employed on S.A.R., is the husband of J.D. COUSINS, Impolweni. 10,001

FRIDAY, MARCH 1, 1918

MARRIAGES

STANLEY-NURDEN. - On February 27th, at St. Peter's Cathedral, by the Rev. H.S. CHIGNELL, James, third son of Mr. and Mrs. F.C. STANLEY, Nottinghom Road, to Una, second daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. Nurden, Manderston. 22

OBITUARY

REV. FATHER DE LACEY

From Our Own Correspondent.

ESTCOURT, February 27.

The death of the Rev. Father DE LACEY took place at the Augustinian Convent, last night, after a short illness. The funeral obsequies will be held this afternoon.

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MRS. E.E. HODGSON

We regret to announce the death of Mrs. HODGSON, wife of Mr. E.E. HODGSON, of Cavisham, Nottingham Road, which occurred yesterday afternoon at 4.30.

Deceased was a very old colonist, and had been ill for a considerable time, having practically been an invalid for years. She leaves her husband and two sons, Mr. Richard HODGSON, Mountain Rise, and Mr. Bernard HODGSON, the Magistrate of Nongome, to mourn their loss.

The funeral will take place this afternoon at Cavisham.

SATURDAY, MARCH 2, 1918

BIRTHS

PETERS. - On the 28th February, at the Sanatorium, Maritzburg, the wife of W.E. PETERS of a daughter. Both doing well. 57

DEATHS

CHAPMAN. - Died in Cardiff, February 25th, Mrs. T. CHAPMAN, mother of Rev. T and of Rev. A.H. CHAPMAN. News by cable. "Peace, Perfect Peace." 5896

HEARN. - At Umzinto, on 25th February, 1918, Annie Elizabeth, wife of W.M. HEARN, and eldest daughter of Mrs. S.A. SYMES. Aged 46. 39

OBITUARY

MRS. T. CHAPMAN

News has been received by cable of the death in Cardiff, on February 25th, of Mrs. T. CHAPMAN, mother of the Rev. T. CHAPMAN, of the Baptist Church, and of the Rev. A.H. CHAPMAN, B.Sc., also a former Baptist Minister of this City.

Born in 1840, Mrs. CHAPMAN had reached the ripe age of 77 years, and this, seeing she had never enjoyed robust health, is a cause for much gratitude to God.

Four years ago a cable was received announcing the unexpected death of Mr. T. CHAPMAN. Owing to the kindness of the Church members, it was arranged for the Pastor and his family to visit the Homeland.

It is given to few mothers to supply a Church with two Pastors, as in this case. The ministry of the Rev. A.H. CHAPMAN, B.Sc., was highly appreciated, and that of his brother, the Rev. T. CHAPMAN, has extended into a period of nine years.

Mrs. CHAPMAN possessed an exceptionally Christian character, strong in faith, and calm in her spirit. Her memory will ever be honoured by her children as the one who lived for Christ, and through whose life and prayers they have also been led to follow and to serve Him as their Lord and Saviour.

MONDAY, 4 MARCH, 1918

BIRTHS

SCHAFER. - At the Sanatorium, Maritzburg, on the 20th February, to Mr. and Mrs. F.W. SCHAFER, of Bergville, a daughter. Both well. 70

DEATHS

BAKER. - At 339, Burger Street, Maritzburg, on February 27th, Martin, beloved husband of Christina BAKER, aged 79 years and 11 months. 73

IN MEMORIAM
BUTLER. - In loving memory of Evelyn Maud, who parted this life March 4th, 1913.
Inserted by her loving Mother and Sister.

SCHMIDT. - At "The Delta," Bergville, on February 24th, 1918, Martha Louise Elizabeth SCHMIDT (Martie), aged 26 years. "Through the Cross to the Crown." 82

OBITUARY

REV. FATHER DE LACEY

From Our Own Correspondent.

ESTCOURT, February 28

The passing of the Rev. Father John DE LACEY, O.M.I. (briefly reported in the "Witness" yesterday), marks the closing of a career of great activity and usefulness in his Church.

He will be remembered with kindliest feelings by many old pupils as the founder of St. Charles' College, where the MARIST Brothers are today continuing the fine work which owes its inception to him.

Born of sturdy Tiperary stock, he came to South Africa as a deacon forty-nine years ago, and was ordained by Bishop JOLIVET.

In 1876 he laboured in Pretoria; thence he was transferred to Johannesburg in 1887, where he started the flourishing mission of to-day.

During the Boer War he was removed to Pretoria by the Dutch military authorities, and in "Pretoria from Within" (H.J. BATTS), the following mention of him is found:- "Father DE LACEY, of the Roman Catholic Church, managed to get out (to the camp at Watervall) more often, and on other days than Sundays.

He simply insisted on going, and more than once went out without a pass. He was able now and again to bluff the guards, in order to get in to minister the sick and dying.

His opportunities, however, were short-lived, but as long as he could he did grand service, though, to his horror, many Roman Catholics were allowed to died and be buried without the attendance of a clergyman, either during their dying moments or at the internments in the burial plot.

The (Dutch) Government committed the grave mistake of sending the eminent Father over the border. They saw it when too late, and wiring to Delagoa Bay, whither he had gone, offered him permission to return, which he declined."

He was the "Prefect Apostolique" of the Church, and the Father Superior of the Johannesburg Mission from 1897 to 1902, and laboured also at Pietersberg, Klerksdorp, and Potchefstroom.

Failing health compelled the relinquishment of his more active work, and about eighteen months ago he came to the Augustinian Convent in Estcourt. He was stricken down last Friday, and from Sunday was unconscious until the end came on Tuesday evening last, when, after great suffering, borne with fortitude and resignation, and closely clasping his beloved crucifix, he calmly passed away to "where, beyond these voices, there is peace."

The funeral obsequies were attended by all the Sisters of the Convent, with the pupils and staff of the school, and several residents of the town, and were conducted by Father SCHAVE, the Superior from Johannesburg, assisted by Father BOLD.

Beautiful floral tributes were sent from Mr. and Mrs. SOUFFERT and Philippe, Mrs. Edwin WOODS, Mr. and Mrs. F. HAMM, Mr. and Mrs. DRUMMOND, and Mr. and Mrs. PETTERVILLE.

The coffin was of solid oak, with silver fittings, and bore the inscription, "Father John DE LACEY, 72 years."

He was laid to rest in the lovely little cemetery of the Convent with every manifestation of sorrow and deep respect.

To his surviving sisters in Ireland the sympathy of all who knew and honoured their revered brother is extended in their loss.

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MRS. J.J. HODSON

As already reported in the "Witness" on Friday last, one of our oldest colonists passed peacefully away on Thursday afternoon at Caversham - Mrs. HODSON, the wife of Mr. J.J. HODSON, J.P., of Caversham, Lidgetton. To very many the news will come as a great shock, for of her it may truly be said that she was beloved by all who knew her.

Her health for some time has not been good, and her advanced age - well into the eighties - made it clear lately that the end would not be far off.

It will be remembered that about two years ago he had pleasure in recording the celebration of the diamond wedding of Mr. and Mrs. HODSON. Of over fifty descendants, three only have pre-deceased them - the last being a grandson killed in Flanders, whose death we noted a few months ago.

Their eleven children are all living. Their eldest son is farming in the Free State, another in Rhodesia, and the remainder of the family is scattered about in various parts of Natal - one being Magistrate at Mpofana.

The funeral took place at Caversham on Friday afternoon, and was largely attended by relatives and friends.

To Mr. HODSON and the sorrowing children and grandchildren we beg to offer our sincere sympathy.

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MR. PAUL WOLHUTER

We regret to announce the death, which occurred suddenly near Greytown on Saturday morning, of Mr. Paul WOLHUTER, an old and respected resident of the district.

Mr. WOLHUTER, who had reached the aged of 65, appeared to be in his customary good health and spirits when he retired on Friday night, but was found dead in his bed by his wife on Saturday morning.

The deceased was the fourth son of the late Mr. F.M. WOLHUTER, one of the original Voortrekkers, who, it is interesting to remember, was the owner of the site on which the present General Post Office in Maritzburg is situated.

The deceased leaves a wife and son, and his sister is Mrs. G. LAMOND, of this City. His son, Mr. Louis WOLHUTER, of the Resident Magistrate's Staff at Vryheid, left that town for Greytown immediately on hearing of his father's death, but unfortunately he missed the railway connection, and was compelled to remain in Maritzburg yesterday.

The remains were removed from the deceased's farm "Kleinfontein", to Greytown, and were buried from the Dutch Reformed Church yesterday afternoon.

TUESDAY, 5 MARCH, 1918

BIRTHS

MILNE. – On Sunday, March 3rd, at the Sanatorium, Loop Street, to Mr. and Mrs. A.W. MILNE, a son. ax92

MARRIAGES

MUIR-HANSEN. – On 26th February, 1918, at Mountain Rise Wesleyan Church, by the Rev. J.H. ROBERTS, John Harold Gibson MUIR, only son of the late

J.W. MUIR and Mrs. J.A. MILLER, to Arnhilde Marie HANSEN (Annie), eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H.T. HANSEN. Both of Maritzburg. No cards.

DEATHS

HODSON. – On February, 28th, 1918, at Caversham, Jane HODSON, beloved wife of J.J. HODSON, in her 84th year. 94

SCHMIDT. – At "The Delta," Bergville, on February 24th, 1918, Martha Louise Elizabeth SCHMIDT (Martie), aged 26 years. "Through the Cross to the Crown." 82

WEDNESDAY, 6 MARCH, 1918

BIRTHS

ALCOCK. – At 238, Frere Road, Durban, on March 1st, to Mr. and Mrs. J.F. ALCOCK, a son. Both well. ei137

TAYLOR. – On March 2nd, at 51, Braid Street, P.M. Burg, to Mr. and Mrs. W.G. TAYLOR (nee Agnes LUYT of Uitenhage), a daughter. Thanks to Colonel EDINGTON, Dr. ALLANSON, and Nurse GRISSAER. 108

ROLL OF HONOUR

EDGAR. – On February 26th, Elizabeth EDGAR, Staff Nurse. H.M. Hospital Ship "Glenart Castle," one of the missing nurses, the loving Sister of Edward EDGAR, 9, Commercial Road. 130

THURSDAY, 7 MARCH, 1918

BIRTHS

ALCOCK. – At 238, Frere Road, Durban, on March 1st, to Mr. and Mrs. J.F. ALCOCK, a son. Both well. ei137

IN MEMORIAM

CARTER. – Lost at Sea, on 22nd January, 1918, Albert (Bob), third son of the late Albert Carter, of Ladysmith, and Mrs. Carter, Newcastle, Natal, in his 44th year. Beloved husband of Eleanor CARTER, Grimbsy, England. 163

FRIDAY, 8 MARCH, 1918

BIRTHS

PITCHER. – At the Sanatorium, Estcourt, on the 19th February, 1918, the wife of W. Heron PITCHER, of a son. 173

IN MEMORIAM

WHITE. – In ever loving memory of Violet, beloved wife of Norman WHITE, and only daughter of Lieut.-Col. and Mrs. A. HAIR, who departed this life 8th March, 1917. "To memory ever dear." 167

SATURDAY, 9 MARCH, 1918

BIRTHS

COX. – At the Sanatorium, on March 8, to Mr. and Mrs. George COX, of 400 Burger Street, a son. 6041

MILNE.- On Sunday, March 3rd, at the Sanatorium, Loop Street, to Mr. and Mrs. A.W. MILNE, a son. ax92

SATURDAY, 9 MARCH, 1918

BIRTHS

COX. - At the Sanatorium, on March 8, to Mr. and Mrs. George COX, of 400 Burger Street, a son. 6041

MILNE.- On Sunday, March 3rd, at the Sanatorium, Loop Street, to Mr. and Mrs. A.W. MILNE, a son. ax92

DEATHS

McKELLAR. – On 23rd January, at 40, Mount Pleasant Road, Rothesay, Scotland, Donald McKELLAR (late of Renfrew), aged 75 years. 208

MONDAY, 11 MARCH, 1918

IN MEMORIAM

SCHEFERMAN. – In loving memory of my dear husband and our dear father, Wilhelm SCHEFERMAN, who passed away at the Berea Nursing Home on March 11th, 1917.

One year has passed since that sad day,

When one we loved was called away,

God took him Home, it was His will,

Forget him, no, we never will.

Inserted by his loving wife and children.

WEDNESDAY, 13 MARCH, 1918

BIRTHS

MASSON. – 8th March, 1918, at Weenen, to Mr. and Mrs. Ryle MASSON, a son. 260

MARRIAGES

PURDY-WILDING. – At St. Peter's Parish Church, Pietermaritzburg, on March 11th, 1918, by the Rev. H.S. CHIGNELL, Wallace PURDY, son of the late James PURDY, Ginsborough, Yorks, to Cornelia Agnes WILDING, daughter of the late John Wilding WILDING, Blackpool, Lancashire. 275

FRIDAY, 15 MARCH, 1918

BIRTHS

PEGLER. – At Nairobi, to Lieut. H.W. and Mrs. PEGLER, a daughter, January 21st, 1918. 6175

SATURDAY, 16 MARCH, 1918

IN MEMORIAM

FAIRALL. – In loving memory of Sarah, the dearly beloved wife of E. FAIRALL, and our dear Mother, who passed away at Pietermaritzburg, on the 16th March, 1916.

Two years have passed, our hearts still sore,

As time goes on we miss her more,

One of the dearest, one of the best,

God in His mercy took her to rest. 359

SYMONS. – To the loved memory of John Philip SYMONS, who died at Claridge, March 17, 1916. Inserted by one who never forgets his kindness. 335

MONDAY, 18 MARCH, 1918

BIRTHS

CHRISTIE. - At the Mount Ngwibi Hospital, on the 13th March, 1918, the wife of W.F. CHRISTIE, of a son. Both well. 382

YOUNG. - At Fullundur, Punjab, India, on February 7th, 1918, the wife of Lieut. A.V.W. YOUNG, R.F.A., of a daughter. 376

MARRIAGES

FRASER-MILNE. - At Fochabers, Morayshire, Scotland, on March 7th, 1918, Sapper George FRASER, Royal Engineers, late of the S.A. Railways, Blackridge, Natal, To Ruth MILNE, "Marchfield," Fochabers. (By cable.) 364

DEATHS

ANDERSON. - At the Rest, Pinetown on the 17th March, 1916, the dearly beloved husband and father, Thomas Maxwell ANDERSON. "Not lost but gone before." 6242

IN MEMORIAM

CASON. - In loving memory of our beloved and devoted husband and father, B.J.G. (Jack) CASON, who departed this life March 18th, 1917, at 393, Umgeni Road, Greyville, Durban.

Our hearts still cling to memory dear,

Of one who has gone to rest,

And those who think of him to-day

Are those who loved him best.

The flowers we place upon his grave

Will wither and decay,

But the love of those he left behind

Will never fade away.

Inserted by his loving wife and children. 6237

OBITUARY

CAPTAIN RICHARD DYER, R.N.

(Delayed in Transmission.)

LONDON, March 14.

The death is announced of Captain Richard DYER, R.N. (retired), who carried out the order from the Cape Government to annex Walfisch Bay.

Later he picked up the remnants of Stanley's expedition off the West Coast and conveyed them to Capetown and Zanzibar. - Reuter's Special Service.

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DR. B.O. KELLNER

BLOEMFONTEIN, March 16.

The death occurred last evening of Dr. KELLNER, one of Bloemfontein's oldest residents.

He was born in Germany in 1836. He came to the Free State in 1863, and built up a large practice. He held many official positions under the Republican Government, and represented the towns of Fauresmith, Ladybrand and Hoopstad in the Volksraad for eleven years. Under the presidency of Mr. REITZ he founded the National Hospital of Bloemfontein, and was Mayor of the town for nearly ten years, and, with Sir John FRASER and Landdrost PAPENFUS, handed over the keys of the town to Lord ROBERTS on the latter's arrival in 1900.

He represented Bloemfontein at the Coronation of Kind Edward, and received the S.A. war medal for services rendered after the British occupation. He married Miss. O. EIRICH, of Graaff-Reinet, in 1865, and leaves a family of six sons and daughters. - Reuter.

TUESDAY, 19 MARCH, 1918

BIRTHS

CHRISTIE. - At the Mount Ngwibi Hospital, on the 13th March, 1918, the wife of W.F. CHRISTIE, of a son. Both well. 382

WEDNESDAY, 20 MARCH, 1918

JONES. - At Nurse SCHURING's Home, on the 17th, to Mr. and Mrs. R. JONES, a son. Both well. 414

OXLEY OXLAND. - At the Health Institute, Durban, on the 17th inst., the wife of L. OXLEY OXLAND, R.M., Ubombo, Zululand, a son. 6301

IN MEMORIAM

ANDERSON. - At the Rest, Pinetown, on the 17th March, 1916, the dearly beloved husband and father, Thomas Maxwell ANDERSON. "Not lost but gone before." 6242

OBITUARY

REV. CANON H. SCOTT-HOLLAND

LONDON, March 19.

The death is announced of the Rev. Canon SCOTT HOLLAND. - Reuter's Special Service.

Deceased was an M.A., D.D. (Aberdeen), D. Litt. (Oxford); editor of "The Commonwealth"; Regius Professor of Divinity, Oxford, and Canon of Christ Church since 1910.

He was a son of George Henry and Hon. Charlotte D. HOLLAND, of Gayton Lodge, Wimbledon, was born at Ledbury, Herefordshire, in 1847, and educated at Eton and at Balliol College, Oxford.

He took a first class in the Final Schools in 1870, and in the same year was elected to a senior studentship at Christ Church.

He was ordained at Cuddesdon in 1872, and was afterwards Theological Tutor at Christ Church. He was Select Preacher at Oxford in 1882, and again in 1896, Proctor in 1882-83, and Censor of Christ Church in 1883. In 1882 he was appointed Canon of Truro and Examining Chaplain to the Bishop, and in 1884 was made Canon, afterwards Precentor at St. Paul's.

He has published several volumes of sermons, "Logic and Life," in 1882; "Good Friday at St. Paul's"; "Creed and Character," 1886; "Christ or Ecclesiastes," 1887; "On behalf of Belief," 1888; articles on "Justin Martyr" and on "Doctor Liddon" in the Dictionary of Christian Biography; an Essay in "Lux Mundi," "Pleas and Claims," 1893 "God's City"; and, in collaboration with Mr. W. ROCKSTRO, a "Life of Jenny LIND."

THURSDAY, 21 MARCH, 1918

BIRTHS

MEASROCH. - At Nurse SCHURING's Home, on the 18th, to Mr. and Mrs. C.S. MEASROCH, a son. Both well. 436

DEATHS

BLAKE. - On the 9th inst., at her residence, in Woodstock Road, Oxford, England, "peacefully and suddenly," Elizabeth, only daughter of the late Dr. Michael PERRY; widow of the late J. Hopwood BLAKE, Esq., F.G.S., Assoc. M. Inst. C.E., etc.; and mother of Mrs. H.C. Wynne COLE, 380, Loop Street, Maritzburg. By cable. 433

FRIDAY, 22 MARCH, 1918

DEATHS

ROWE. - At Nongoma, Zululand, on the 19th March, 1918, John Howard ROWE, eldest surviving son of the late Reverend S. Evans ROWE and the late Mrs. ROWE, of Pietermaritzburg. nx447

IN MEMORIAM

SCHEEPERS. - In affectionate memory of our darling child, Chrissie, who was a boarder at the Girls Collegiate School, and died at the Sanatorium, Pietermaritzburg, on March 22, 1916. Two years have passed and we have missed her, Friends may think the wound is healed, Little do they know the sorrow That lies within our hearts concealed.

We upward look and safe of High

Our loved one sheltered well,

No cares nor snares for gathered ones,

In Jesus' arms she dwells. 450

SATURDAY, 23 MARCH, 1918

BIRTHS

CREGOE. - At Ashgrove, Town Hill, to Mr. and Mrs. S.H. CREGOE, 22nd March, a son. Both well. ei491

CROSS. - At Nurse SCHURING's Home, on the 20th, widow of the late H.G. CROSS of a daughter. 489

LOW. - At 163 Boom Street, on the 17th, to Mr. and Mrs. J. LOW, a son. Both well. 490

DEATHS

ROWE. - At Nongoma, Zululand, on the 19th March, 1918, John Howard ROWE, eldest surviving son of the late Reverend S. Evans ROWE and the late Mrs. ROWE, of Pietermaritzburg, nx447

MONDAY, 25 MARCH, 1918

CREGOE. - At Ashgrove, Town Hill, to Mr. and Mrs. S.H. CREGOE, 22nd March, a son. Both well. ei491

TUESDAY, 26 MARCH, 1918

BIRTHS

ARNOLD. - At "Silver Oaks," Town Hill, on 25th inst., to Mr. and Mrs. Chris ARNOLD, a son. 523

OBITUARY

MR. W. H. SUTTLE.

We regret to report the death of Mr. W.H. SUTTLE, of 388, Burger Street, who was employed in the stationery department of Messrs. P. Davis and Sons, Ltd., of the City, for a very lengthy period.

In recent years he suffered much from ill-health, and on leaving this firm some months ago he was employed in the clerical department of the Natal Brewery.

The deceased, who was a Freemason, leaves a widow and a daughter to mourn their loss.

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MR. WILLIAM CALDER.

From Our Own Correspondent.

LADYSMITH, March 23.

News was received by the last European mail of the death, in London, of Mr. William CALDER, at one time Head Master of the Maritzburg College, and afterwards of the Ladies' College, Edinburgh, Scotland. The late Mr. CALDER will doubtless be remembered by many of the older colonists of Natal, who will be interested to know that he lived the last few years of his life in London, and was highly respected by his friends as a man of fine sympathies and genial disposition.

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MR. WALTER JOHN COLLINS

From Our Own Correspondent.

LADYSMITH, March 23.

On the 20th March, at the residence of his brother-in-law, Mr. Du CROIX, station foreman at Umbulwana, Mr. Walter John COLLINS passed away after having suffered from a lingering illness for some considerable time. Before coming to this district, the deceased resided for many years at Durban, where he was well known and respected. A large number of friends attended the funeral, which was conducted by the Rev. Chas. S. MILLS at the Ladysmith General Cemetery, the pallbearers being Messrs. D. WRIGHT, E. SMITHARD, C. BARTHOLOMEW, - De CROIX, MEYER and W. BAXTER.

A lovely lot of beautiful floral tributes were sent.

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MR. NELSON WINCH.

From Our Own Correspondent.

LADYSMITH, March 23.

Enteric fever brought a bright young life to an end on Wednesday, 20th March, by the death of Nelson WINCH, at the early age of 18. The deceased was employed on the running staff of the S.A. Railways, and during his short life at Ladysmith had made himself very popular with all he met. The funeral, conducted by the Rev. Chas. S. MILLS, was attended by a large gathering of his fellow-workmen and many representatives of the I.O.G.T., of which he had been an active member. Many ladies were also present at the funeral.

The chief mourner was his brother-in-law, Mr. FRASER, from Harrismith, and the pallbearers were Messrs. J. QUALE, H. WEIR, J. MARAIS, E. SMITHARD, J. REID and C. BARTHOLMEW.

There were a number of beautiful wreaths sent, including tributes from Sister and Brother, Brother and Sister NEVE, D.S. Sister GOODBURN, DS., Mr. and Mrs. WEBB. Sister SEPPINGS, Jack and Cecil, May GORDON and Dan, Kate, May and George, Mrs. REID, James and Nellie. Two friends, Mr. and Mrs. SEPPINGS and Bill, Mamma and Daddy NEVE, Gladys, A Friend, Rev. Mother and Sisters, Sanatorium; Mr. and Mrs. BUTLER, Mrs. MACKAY and Lilly.

WEDNESDAY, 27 MARCH, 1918

BIRTHS

ELLIS. - At Greendale, Howick, on 23rd March, 1918, to Mr. and Mrs. Alec J. ELLIS, of "Hilldene," Malvern, a son. 6513

HOUSTON. - On March 25th, at the Sanatorium, to Mr. and Mrs. G. HOUSTON, of Polela, a daughter. 538

DEATHS

FRANCES. - At the Addington Hospital, on Saturday, March 23rd, 1918, Edward Vernon FRANCES, of Umoomaas, aged 50 years. 537 (Note: Should read 'Umkomaas')

OBITUARY

MR. JAMES HOOPER

From Our Own Correspondent.

GREYTOWN, March 25.

The many friends of Mr. James HOOPER, or as he was more familiarly called "Jim," will learn with deep regret of his sudden death yesterday. It appears he was in his usual health, and had not yet risen, when he called to his wife that he was feeling faint, and on reaching his side, she found he had fainted. On recovering he fainted again, and shortly afterwards passed peacefully away, death being due to a clot of blood on the heart.

The funeral took place at Greytown yesterday afternoon, being largely attended.

Rev. E.W. COOMBE ptrformed the last sad rites, and the cortege was a large and representative one. The coffin was covered with beautiful floral tributes.

The deceased leaves a widow and four children to mourn their loss.

(Note: Should read 'performed')

SATURDAY, 30 MARCH, 1918

MARRIAGES

CRESWELL-SPARKS. - At the Congregational Church, Ladysmith, Wednesday, Wednesday, 27th March, David Richard, seventh son of the late William and Mrs. CRESWELL, Enniskillen, Ireland, to Kathleen, youngest daughter of David and Mrs. SPARKS, Newlands, Matiwana. 6589

IN MEMORIAM

LADBROOKE. - In ever loving memory of my dear daughter and our sister, Violet Jessie, who passed away on Easter Eve, March 30th, 1907.

Who plucketh this flower saith the Gardener, I saith the Master.

The servant held his peace. 601

OBITUARY

MRS. E. M. ATKINSON

The death took place at 514, Berg Street on Tuesday evening of Mrs. Edith Mary ATKINSON, wife of Mr. Henry ATKINSON, of the Corporation staff.

The chief mourners were the husband, two sons (Frank and Redvers) and three daughters (Mrs. F. WILLIAMS, Edith and Blanche); Frank WILLIAMS (son-in-law); Mrs. Dave Suttie (sister); Capt. HOLMES and Dave SUTTIE (brothers-in-law), and Mrs. Frank MILLIKEN (sister-in-law).

The deceased had been in Natal for over 37 years, and made many life-long friends. She was 48 years and 10 months of age. There were over 100 mourners, and the coffin was laden with wreaths at the graveside in the Roman Catholic cemetery, the service being conducted by the Rev. Father KELLY..

Wreaths were sent by the following:

Her sorrowful husband and family; Frank and Mary; mother, brother and sister; Mrs. SYMES, senr., and family; Mr. and Mrs. W SUTTIE and family; Mr. and Mrs. BUTTON; Mr. and Mrs. HENRY; from a neighbour; Nurse FOSTER; Mr. and Mrs. H BRUNNER and family; Mr. and Mrs. PODMORE; a friend; the Packing Depot Staff; Hay's Biscuit Factory; Mr. and Mrs. DRUMMOND and Muriel; Miss MORTON; Louis BRUNNER, Elise and Thelma; J A HALL; Mr. and Mrs. B.W. BURTON; the workmen, Cemetery Street; Frank and Bessie; Davie and Bella and family; Fred and Emmie; A. WILLIAMS; nephews and nieces Sydney, Bertie, Hilda, May and Cyril; Mrs. MAHAREY; Mr. TIGHE; M M NADIOO and M JOHN; DOORSAMMY and THIE; the GATT Indians, Pietermaritz Street Stables, and H. PANDAY.

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