Friday, January 10, 1890

MARRIED,- At Holy Trinity Church, King Williamstown, on Christmas Day, by the Rev. J. GORDON, Edgar, youngest son of Walter March POSSER, Esq., Maypole House, Rockfield, Monmounth, England, to Annette (Netta) ROWLES, eldest daughter of the late J. ROWLES, Esq., Balassi Heights, King Williamstonw. No Cards.

BIRTH,- On the 25th Dec., at Queenstown, the wife of Mr. J. CARLISLE, of a Son.

BIRTH,- On the 29th Dec., at Queenstown, the wife of G.W. COTTINGHAM, of a Daughter.

DIED at Queenstown, on Sunday, December 22nd, W.J. WHITELOCK, aged 32 years.

DIED,- At St. Mark's, Transkei, on the 4th January, 1890, Theadous GARTEN, aged 36 years.

DIED,- At Gladstone, Kimberley, on the 24th ult., Elizabeth Ann BRADY (born RIDGWAY), the beloved wife of A.R. BRADY. Deeply regretted. R.I.P.

SAD CASE OF DROWNING:- A cart and spider was washed down at Dissies Drift near Bedford on Saturday the 21st December. Mrs. SIMS, daughter of Mr. LILIENFELD of Adelaide, was drowned together with two horses. The spider was a total wreck.

SAD DROWNING FATALITY.- On Tuesday afternoon the sad intelligence was spread throughout town, that young Arthur UNDERWOOD, 9 years of age, son of Mr Henry UNDERWOOD, wagonmaker, had been drowned. The poor little fellow went to the Komani to bathe, and getting beyond his depth was engulphed in the water, and drowned before he could be rescued from his fate. This must have come to the family as a very sad blow indeed, being on the eve of Christmas Day, when preparations were being made to spend merrily the festive season. We can quite enter into the agonizing feelings of the parents, and feel the greatest sympathy for them in such an awful and sudden bereavement, in one of their lambs being thus rudely snatched from their circle, by the treacherous waters.

Our obituary to-day contains the notice of the death at Kimberley, of an old Queenstown resident, Mrs AR BRADY. The deceased lady was the only daughter of two of the pioneers of Queenstown, the late Mr and Mrs RIDGWAY, who were both much respected, Mr RIDGWAY having represented Queenstown in Parliament for some years. To her husband, who is the brother of our fellow townsman, Mr. Jos. BRADY, and to her other surviving relatives we tender our sincere sympathy.

Mis ALEXANDER, aged 17 years, daughter of Mr Charles ALEXANDER, of Potchefstroom, was drowned while bathing in the Vaal River near Venterstroom. The body was not recovered till the following morning.

Obituary.
We regret having to record the death of Mr. T. BRYSON, of the Railway Department, which occurred on Saturday afternoon last, He had been suffering but a very short time from rheumatic fever which appears to have suddenly assumed a very acute form, and the announcement of his death came as a very painful surprise to his many friends. He was a young man of great promise, and by his ability and integrity had risen rapidly in the Railway Services, and had, we understand, at the time of his illness, been singled out for further promotion. He was a favourite with the travelling public, and appears to have earned the respect and esteem of his superior officers as well as that of his fellow-employers. The funeral, which was conducted with Masonic rites, took place on Sunday afternoon, and the sympathy felt for the bereaved family was indicated by a very large attendance of the Railway employes and the public......The Rev. M. FERGUSON conducted a very impressive funeral service in the Presbyterian Church, every part of which was crowded with a sympathetic audience. At the cemetery the solemn ceremony of the Masonic body was perpormed and an appropriate funeral oration was delivered by the Rev. Mr CHAMBERLAIN, chaplain to the Buffalo Lodge. The coffin was covered with beautiful wreaths sent by several sympathizing friends. – E.L.Dispatch.

Tuesday January 14, 1890

At Saint Michaels and All Angels Church, Queenstown, on the 1st January, by the Rev. A. GRANT, Rector, Thomas Rutherford PATERSON, second son of William PATERSON, Esq., "The Glen,"
Langhold, Scotland, to Elizabeth Marion WRIGHT, third daughter of the late Captain James WRIGHT, R.E.

MARRIED,- At Holy Trinity Church, King Williamstown, on Christmas Day, by the Rev. J. GORDON, Edgar, youngest son of Walter March PROSSER, Esq., Maypole House, Rockfield, Monmouth, England, to Annette (Netta) ROWLES, eldest daughter of the late J. ROWLES, Esq., Balassi Heights, King Williamstown.

BIRTH,- On the 11th of Jan., 1890, at "The Lodge," Queenstown, the wife of W.B. SCOTT, of a Son.

DIED,- At St. Mark's, Transkei, on the 4th January, 1890, Theodous GARTEN, aged 36 years.

Friday January 17, 1890

BIRTH,- Mrs. Edward HAMER, Ebden-street, of a Daughter, on the 2nd inst.

SAD and SUDDEN DEATH. – It is our painful duty to chronicle this week the sudden demise of the wife of Mr Thomas DARKE (of the firm DARKE & LLOYD) which sad even took place on Tuesday morning last. The deceased lady seemed quite hale and hearty at breakfast time that morning, which she partook of with her husband and other members of the family as usual. About an hour afterwards while she was sitting down, she felt a pain at her heart, and raised her right hand to that region, when she suddenly expired. The cause of death, we understand, to have been heart disease. The deceased leaves a family of four children, the youngest being an infant about a month old, to mourn their irreparable loss. The greatest sympathy is felt for Mr DARKE in his trouble, and to the bereaved ones we tender our sincere condolence and sympathy in their sad affliction.

Tuesday, January 21, 1890

SAD LIGHTNING FATALITY: - The Pretoria Press says: - The last day of old year witnessed a shocking lightning fatality at the Bronkhorst Spruit Coal Mine, a property belonging to Messrs LEWIS & MARKS. The manager, Mr. Mark TAMBLYN, and his wife and two children, one a growing lad and the other an infant, resided in a small house on the property. Towards the evening in question the family were seated at table in the dining-room, the father sitting at one end, the mother sitting opposite, and the eldest child next to his father nursing the infant on his lap, when the storm, which had been in progress, began to get heavier. A flash of lightning passed suddenly into the room, struck the man and his eldest son dead, and then, striking the wife across her knees, temporarily paralyzing the legs, passed out the window again. The infant escaped untouched, and was found afterwards lying beneath the body of the father, who had fallen upon it when the electric fluid struck him.

Disastrous Floods at Maclear.
LOSS OF LIFE AND PROPERTY.
For the benefit of such of our readers as are unacquainted with the Dutch language, we give herewith in English the principal items of news contained in the above letter from a correspondent at Maclear. On Thursday, the 19th ult., a most disastrous flood occurred at Maclear and in the Colbenga district. All the cultivated lands along the banks of the river, on Mr A.S. KRUGER's farm, were submerged ant the crops completely washed away. Mr KRUGER's two mills were wrecked and a quantity of meal, mealies, and wheat lost. His son, Martin KRUGER, and wife and a young kafir were drowned. Mr KRUGER senior and his wife had a very narrow escape, as it appears they had been on a visit to their son, and returning were met by the flood, which was caused by a waterspout. On seeing the approach of the water, they made for a wagon which was standing about 100 yards distant from their dwelling, and luckily succeeded in reaching it. A chest was seen floating down the river by a person, who managed, at the risk of his life, to secure it. It was locked, but saturated with water, and when opened, amongst the wearing apparel it contained, were found a bible and a bank note uninjured. On the morning of the 20th the body of Mr KRUGER was found, and buried the following day. Mrs. KRUGER's body was recovered on the 24th, and was interred on the 25th, but the body of the kafir has not yet been heard of. Mr Jacob HECTER had 250 sheep washed away by the flood from the same farm. – Kokstad Advertiser.

Friday, January 24, 1890

BIRTH,- On the 20th Jany., 1890, at Queenstown, the wife of J.A. WENSLEY, of a daughter.

MARRIED,- At St. Michael and All Angels, on Tuesday the 21st Jan., by the Rev. A. GRANT, Rector, Harry Thomas Limont MACLEAR, second son of G.W.H. MACLEAR, Esq., F.R.A.S., Assist. Astronomer Royal Observatory, Cape of Good Hope, to Dora, youngest daughter of the late A.N. ELLA, Esq., of Queen's Town.

INFANT FOUND ON A VERANDAH.- About a quarter to four o'clock yesterday morning (writes the D.F. Advertiser of the 15th instant) Mr. PENTLAND, who resided in Upper Jones-st., was awakened by hearing sounds as of a child crying on the verandah. Presently he called to Mr. NICHOLLS, an inmate of the house, who, going on to the verandah, found an infant lying in one of the chairs there. An examination revealed the fact that the little one – a European male – could not be more than a month or six weeks old, and there were also sad evidences that it had been very imperfectly cared for. Pinned to one of the dirty garments was a note, without any signature, which reads somewhat as follows:- "Whosoever takes this child, please be good to it, for its mother's sake: and God will bless you." The strange discovery was immediately reported to the police, Mrs. PENTLAND meanwhile doing all a mother could think of to comfort the little thing.

DEATH OF THE BISHOP OF ZULULAND.
We record with much regret the death of the Right Reverend Douglas MACKENZIE, D.D., the second Bishop of the Diocese of Zululand, which took place at his residence at Isandhwana on Thursday last. The late Bishop attained honours as a Wrangler in the Mathematical Tripos of 1864, and was a scholar of S.Peter's College, Cambridge. He came to South Africa in 1873 as Vice-Principal of S. Andrew's College Grahamstown, He then went as Principal of S. Andrew's College, Bloemfontein. His early death will be lamented by many of his former boys who knew him as a strict master a kind friend, and a trough supporter of all school games. He was an ardent cricketer, and kept up the cricket until he was appointed Archdeacon of Harrismith in 1879. In Bloemfontein the late Bishop had many friends, and the sad news of his death in the midst of a life of manifold activities and true harted service will be received with unfeigned sorrow. He was consecrated Bishop of Zululand in the Cathedral at Capetwon by the Metro-politan and Bishops MACRORIE, WEBB, MERRIMAN, and BOUSFIELD, and he succeeded Bishop WILKINSON, who is now in charge of the Anglican Chaplaincies on the continent. Bishop MACKENZIE was a thorough Zulu Scholar, and could preach fluently in the Zulu language. He found his Diocese utterly dis-organised by the Zulu war, and he has for more than nine years labored most faitful and patiently for the spread of the gospel. He has gradually gathered up the scattered threads of mission work in Zululand, and has been well supported by his staff of clergy. He is taken away in the fullness of his ripening energies and powers. His place will be difficult to fill. Requiscat in pace! – P.E. Herald.

Tuesday, January 28, 1890

MARRIED—CROUCH—BENNETT – On the 22nd January, at Presbyterian Church, East London, by Rev. J. FERGUSON, Herbert T. CROUCH, of East London, to Catherine (Kate) L. BENNETT, of Macleantown. No cards.

DIED, at Queenstown, on the 25th January, 1890, Mr. James HODGES, born in Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Leicester, England, aged 47 years, 7 months, and 8 days. Mrs. HODGES and family desire to express
their thanks for the expressions of sympathy and regard received from so many friends during their recent bereavement.

KILLED BY LIGHTNING.- The Northern Post reports the death of a farmer, Mr William DE WET, of Poortje, on the banks of the Orange River, who was instanteously killed by a flash of lightning, whilst standing by one of his kraals.

Death of an old Resident.
THE LATE MR. JAMES HODGES.
"In the midst of Life we are in Death."
The above words were painfully and sorrowfully realized on Saturday last, at 1 o'clock, when the very sad intelligence spread throughout the town that Mr. James HODGES of the firm of Messrs. James HODGES & Co. was no more. The sad event cast quite a gloom over the whole community more especially when it is remembered, that within the space of two days and a half the sudden serious attack of illness had terminated fatally. On Tuesday evening the deceased gentleman was at a public meeting in the Council Chamber, to all appearances in the enjoyment of his usual health and vigour. After returning to his residence on the same evening he felt a sudden chill come over him, and shortly after, this was followed by vomiting and purging, rendering him weaker and weaker until he became unconscious, passing away queily at one o'clock on Saturday afternoon, at the early age of 47. The late Mr. HODGES came out from England to this Colony for Messrs. SAVAGE & HILL's business at Port Elizabeth, from whence he came here just after his marriage and opened business on his own account, which he carried on for upwards of twenty-five years with success. He for a short time was a member of the Town Council, for three years Chairman of Committee of the Frontier Hospital, and at the time of his demise was Chairman of the local Chamber of Commerce. During his long residence in our midst he took an active part in public affairs, and in all matters that concerned the welfare of the town was ever to the front. Without people knowing many a good and Christian act can be placed to his account, and many are left who will cherish with affectionate remembrance the good turn he did them in time of need...The funeral took place on Sunday afternoon, moving from the residence at about 4.30 p.m., the remains being conveyed to Wesley Church...

Friday January 31, 1890

BIRTH.- At Queenstown on the 27th January, 1890, the Wife of Charles J. PRICE, of a Daughter.

MARRIED,- On the 28th January, 1890, in Wesley Church, by the Rev. R. LAMPLOUGH, John William CAMERON, eldest son of John Allison CAMERON, of Bloemfontein, Orange Free State, to Jessie
Charlotte, youngest daughter of John FOTHERINGHAM, of Queenstown. No cards.

WEDDING.
A very pretty wedding was celebrated at Sterkstroom, a unusually quiet little place, on Tuesday, when Miss Florence Erilda MUGGLETON (grand daughter of Mrs. BUCKLEY, of Bushman's Hoek) and Mrs. Bernard FORWARD, son of John FORWARD Esq., of Bathurst were united together in
matrimony by the Rev. Carlisle BURTON, Assistant Curate of Queenstown, in the building temporarily used for the services of the English Church...

Tuesday, February 4, 1890

TENNYSON SETTLEMENT.
GAY FESTIVITIES.
On Thursday, the 30th January, Tennyson Settlement was the scene of very protracted and enjoyable festivity. Sister Enid, who has only just recovered from a dangerous illness, marked her sense of thankfulness by providing the Settlers a holiday which was full of amusement and good things. The morning was spent in viewing the gay wedding of Miss HALSE, of Carnarvon, with Mr H.H, ANDREWS, of Burghersdorp, which took place in the Tennyson School Church. In the afternoon the children were entertained to tea in te most sumptuous manner, cakes of every description, fruits, tea, coffee, cocoa, were supplied in perfectly dangerous abundance, though we are happy to state that none of the children, in spite of the gastronomic miracles they performed, have been incapacited from similar feats when next they get the chance. Athletic Sports was the next item. The excitement was immense and the handsome money prizes kindly given by Mr TURNER, the very popular Superintendent, were keenly contested. Good humour prevailed everywhere and some really good running and jumping was exhibited. At seven o'clock the grown up people assembled for tea. We have never seen anything better done. The tables were beautifully laid out and hot joints, sweets, cakes and tea were provided with an elegance and abundance which would have opened the eyes of any English village or town. Full justice was done to the feast and when the tables were cleared a Variety Entertainment was given. The performers were Mr BOURNE, of Capetown, who has gained such an excellent reputation in these parts as a pianoforte tuner, Mr TURNER, the Rev. J. GORDON, and Messrs LILLEY, TALBOT and BOLTON, Tennyson Settlers. Mr BOLTON sang his comic son "The Grecian Bend" with a humorous and sprightliness which brought down the house, and the amorous ditties of Messrs LILLEY and TALBOT were highly appreciated.
A very delightful evening was brought to a close by the singing of Auld Lang Syne and the National Anthem. Before leaving, cups of hot coffee were handed round and the guests thus fortified went home with happy and kindly feelings.

DEATH of Mr. George IMPEY of the "E.P.Herald."
The Telegraph announces the death of Mr. George IMPEY Editor of the Herald, which took place at Port Elizabeth on the 1st instant. Mr. IMPEY edited that paper for upwards of thirty years, his articles being characterized by manly vigour of thought and clear powers of reasoning. We question whether his superior in leader writing was to be found in the Colony. Associated at times with several business partners, the name of George IMPEY and the title of the Herald were almost indissoluble. He was a close reasoned, a deep thinker, and a vigorous writer. In private life he was a sincere friend and a consistent Christian man. In domestic life he was beloved by all his numerous family connections and friends. He was one of those men who when they leave us by death are "missed at every turn." We question whether Mr. George IMPEY had an enemy in the world. If in the heat of controversy he met with antagonism he was ever the first to promote reconciliation. He could not harbour bitterness. He was one of the most confiding men – a man the least given to suspicion of unworthy motives or actions on the part of other men – that we ever knew. Or sterling integrity himself, he could not readily believe that others were less so than he. Our long personal and intimate acquaintance with the deceased gentleman entitles us to write with more decision and with greater emphasis relative to the many other noble traits in his character than many other persons would feel qualified for doing. We knew him thoroughly, and respected him sincerely. Our acquaintance with Mr.IMPEY extended over thirty years, and we never knew – never even heard – of one ungenerous action being connected with his name.

Friday February 7, 1890

MARRIED,- At Tennyson Settlement Church, Carnarvon Farm, by the Rev. Alex. GRANT, Rural Dean, Henry Hardwicke ANDREWS, second son of the late Rev. William ANDREWS, M.D., M.R.C.P., Rector of Knysna, and afterwards of Postwick, Norfold, to Alicia Annie, only daughter of the late Frederic HALSE, of Carnarvon Farm.

Friday February 14, 1890

BIRTH.- At Queenstown on the 11th February, 1890, the Wife of Fred C. WEBB, of a Daughter.

WEDDING AT LILY VALE.
On Wednesday morning last, Lilyvale Wesleyan Church was the scene of one of the prettiest weddings it has been our lot to witness: the occasion being the marriage of Mr Geo DASHWOOD, of Queen's Town, and Miss Fanny BROWN, daughter of Mr Stephen BROWN, of Lily Vale...

Tuesday February 18, 1890

DIED,- At Queenstown, on the 15th February, 1890, John Samuel, infant son of Mr and Mrs C. VOLBRECHT, aged 2 years and 8 months. Mr and Mrs VOLBRECHT desire to thank the friends for their kindness during their sad bereavement.

DIED,- At Queenstown, on February 14th, Charles Robert, only son of M. and M.A. ALMOND, aged nine years.

BIRTH,- At Queenstown, on the 9th February, 1890, the wife of Mr Stephen GREEN, of a daughter.

MARRIED,- At Lilyvale, near Queenstown, on the 5th February, 1890, George DASHWOOD, to Frances Sarah Elizabeth (Fanny), eldest daughter of Stephen BROWN, Esq.

A SHUNTER KILLED.- A young man named McGOWAN who came from the old Colony, has been killed on the Natal railway. He was learning guard's work, and although specially cautioned, tried to couple trucks before they came to a stand still. The heavy log caught his head, and completely flattened it against the next truck, death being instantaneous.

Friday February 21, 1890

DIED,- At Queenstown, on February 15th, Paul Max SCHWABE, aged 35 years.

To the Editor of the Free Press: -
Dear Sir, - It has come to my knowledge that a rumour is current in your town, that I am dead, and that I was buried last Sunday. This rumour has made some of the members of my family, and also a good number of my friends in Queenstown feel rather uneasy on my account so much so that some of my friends here have received telegrams asking the truth or otherwise of the said rumour. Will you kindly therefore insert this letter in the next issue of your newspaper, so that my relatives and friends
may know that I am still alive and in the enjoyment of excellent health,
Thanking you in anticipation.
I remain, Dear Sir,
Yours very truly,
C.E. CORBITT.
King Williamstown
16th February, 1890

Friday February 28, 1890

BIRTH,- At Herschel, on the 22nd February, 1890, the wife of James E. SURMON, of a daughter.

DIED,- At Queenstown, on February 22nd, 1890, Ethel Eliza, infant daughter of John and Caroline TREMBDING, aged 3 months and 12 days.

MARRIED,- John Henry Roberts, eldest son of John Roberts MORGAN, Esq., Great Kei Bridge, Komgha District, to Sarah Ann Susannah, eldest daughter of John WIGGILL, Esq., Kei Bend, Queenstown District. No cards.

Tuesday March 11, 1890

BIRTH,- At Queenstown, on the 5th March, 1890, the wife of W.J. GREEN, of a daughter.

A MARRIAGE.- On Thursday last, Mr John D TYSON, son of the Rev. William TYSON, formerly of this city, but now of British Honduras, Central America, was married to Miss Alice GOWIE, second daughter f our esteemed fellow-citizen, Mr C.R. GOWIE. The ceremony, which was a comparatively quiet one, took place in Commemoration Church during the morning, and was conducted by the Rev. H. COTTON, who is a brother-in-law of the bridegroom. We add our best wishes to the hundreds of similar expressions already uttered. – Journal. – Mr TYSON is brother to Mr A.Q. TYSON, of PEACOCK Bros. & WEIR.

Friday March 14, 1890

MARRIED,- On the 11th of March, on the Farm Bradford, by the Rev. J.P. RITCHIE, Herbert Edward LOVEMORE, of Welcome, District Queenstown, youngest son of Robert Henry LOVEMORE, Esq., to
Jessie Dorothea, third daughter of S. McCUNE, Esq., Farm Bradford, Queenstown District.

DIED,- At Fort Beaufort, on the 9th March, 1890, Magnus ANDERSON (father of Mrs. J.V. WILSON, of Queenstown), aged 90 years and 2 months.

DIED,- At Tarkastad, on Monday, the 10th March, John Arthur MORGAN, aged 59 years and 2 months. Friends at a distance will please accept this call.

OBITUARY.- Mr John A. MORGAN, a very old resident of Queenstown, died rather suddenly and unexpectedly, at Tarkastad, on Monday last. He had gone over to Tarkastad to visit his sister. On the evening of Monday he complained of feeling unwell, and requested his sister to make him a cup of tea. In the meantime he strolled out into the garden. The tea was made and a cup poured out. Upon going to call him he was found lying in the garden perfectly speechless. He was carried into the house, where he shortly afterwards expired. The remains were brought into town and interred in the Wesleyan Church Cemetery, the Rev R. LAMPLOUGH officiating. He leaves a family of five sons and one daughter, all grown up, and a large circle of friends to mourn their loss.

Tuesday March 25, 1890

DIED,- At Queenstown, on the 22nd March, 1890, Mrs. John GAMMIE, aged 46 years. The family desire to return their sincere thanks to all kind friends for the sympathy shown them in their distress.

DIED,- At Johannesburg, on Tuesday, March 18, Matthew STEELE, farried, formerly of Queenstown.

OBITUARY.
It is with regret we are called upon to place on record the demise of Mrs. John GAMMIE at the age of 46 years, which sad event took place on Saturday morning last, at the Frontier Hospital. Mrs. GAMMIE is widely known in connection with the Masonic Hotel here, and was a very old resident of Queenstown. Her management of the hotel, in which line of business we think we may safely say the late Mrs. GAMMIE was without a rival, and that the success of the Masonic was mainly due to her labours, for by dint of hard work, combined with general civility, she made the hotel attractive and pleasing to the travelling public. All the important public dinners under her able supervision, always gave the greatest possible satisfaction, and reflected credit upon the business. As far as the ordinary human eye could observe Mrs. GAMMIE was last week enjoying her usual health, but medical skill upon being consulted, apprised her of an ailment that she was not quite prepared for, Cancer. There being no remedy without an operation being performed, she cheerfully submitted to her fate, and on Wednesday last went to the Hospital to have this done. On Friday, we understand, three of our local
medical men performed the necessary operation, but the deceased never seemed to rally, and passed away on Saturday morning between 7 and 8 o'clock. It is needless to say the news came to the family as a terrible blow, which will not be easily forgotten, but it is a great satisfaction to them to know that they have the sympathy of the entire community in their trouble. The funeral took place on Sunday afternoon, and the cortege was a very large one. The remains were taken to the Scotch Church, where the Revd. J.E. PARSONSON, in the absence of the Revd. RITCHIE, held a short service, the choir singing that solemn hymn, "When our heads are bowed with woe." On the body leaving the Church, the Organ poured forth in mournful notes the "Dead March in Saul." The remains were then taken to the cemetery and interred in the Presterian ground, the Revd JE PARSONSON performing the last sad obsequies for the dead. To the husband and six children, all of whom are now grown up, we tender our condolence in their very sad and sudden bereavement.

Friday March 28, 1890

MARRIED,- On the 26th March, at St. Alban's Church, Cathcart, by the Rev. C. PARNELL, William, second son of Henry TIFFIN, Esq., Queenstown, to Jane, eldest daughter of Cyrus de Wilton SMITH, Esq., Highlands, Cathcart.

DIED,- At Queenstown, on the 22nd March, 1890, Mrs. John GAMMIE, aged 46 years.