Natal Witness 1914 4 October - December
FRIDAY, OCT 2, 1914
BIRTHS
ACUTT. – On 28th September, at Nursing Home, Vryheid, to Mr. and Mrs. Robt. C. ACUTT, of Scheeper's Nek, a daughter; both well. 9772
IN MEMORIAM
THOMSON. – In ever loving memory of George Arthur, only son of J.R. THOMSON (late Governor of Central Gaol, Maritzburg) who died October 2nd, 1904, aged 18 years.
The ransomed spirit has reached the shore
Where they weep, and suffer, and sin no more.
(Inserted by his parents and sister. – Kroonstad).
OBITUARY
MRS. SELINA MUSSON.
We regret to report the death, which occurred from heart failure, at Grey's Hospital yesterday morning, of Selina MUSSON, wife of Mr. W.J. MUSSON, the well-known citizen and formerly one of the most successful building contractors in Maritzburg. The deceased, who was married to Mr. MUSSON in 1887 (Jubilee year), came, like her husband, from the Isle of Wight, and during her eighteen years' residence in the City, enjoyed a wide circle of friends, by all of whom her death will be deeply mourned. For nineteen weeks the late Mrs. MUSSON had suffered from an affection of the heart, brought on by overstraining in an attempt on the part of the deceased lady to draw one of the boats on the river to its moorings.
The funeral will take place at three o'clock this afternoon, leaving the Rustic Tea Rooms and proceeding to the Church of England Cemetery.
SATURDAY, OCT 3, 1914
BIRTHS
KODE. – On 1st October, at the Sanatorium, Maritzburg, to Mr. and Mrs. John KODE, a daughter. Both well.
SOUTAR. – At Nurse Tribe's, 20, Havelock Road, on 27th September, to Mr. and Mrs. K. SOUTAR, a son. 9783
DEATHS
KINSMAN. – On 29th September, George W. KINSMAN, aged 60 (of pneumonia), late Magistrate of Babanango; beloved husband of Bessie Sherrin, and second son of the late G.W. KINSMAN of Mount Moriah. Interred at Dundee, Natal. 8774
NATAL WITNESS WEEKLY EDITION SATURDAY, OCT 3, 1914
BIRTHS
KOHLER. – On the 28th September, to Mr. and Mrs. KOHLER, Pfotenhauer, Botfield, Dalton, a daughter. Both well. 2746
ACUTT. - On 28th September, at Nursing Home, Vryheid, to Mr. and Mrs. Robt. C. ACUTT, of Scheeper's Nek, a daughter; both well. 9772
RUNCIE. – On the 26th September, at 6, Bateman Avenue, Maritzburg, to Mr. and Mrs. J. Reid RUNCIE, a daughter.
MARRIAGES
HOLMES – COSTANTINI. – On Saturday, 26th September, William Clifford, the eldest son of Councillor W.W. HOLMES, Swansea, to Marie Jeanne, the only daughter of Monsieur Tomas COSTANTINI, of Algeria, by special licence, at Pietermaritzburg, South Africa. (French and English papers please copy). 9606
DEATHS
DUFFIELD. – At Northdene, Natal, on 28th September, 1914, Jane Spiers DUFFIELD, fifth daughter of the late James Smith FYFE. Deeply mourned.
IN MEMORIAM
SCHWEGMAN. – In loving memory of our dear Mother, who died October 1st, 1913.
Your memory will be dear to us
So long as life doth last;
And Mother, dear, we'll meet again
When we've the Jordan passed.
(Inserted by her sorrowing children).
THOMSON. – In ever loving memory of George Arthur, only son of J.R. THOMSON (late Governor of Central Gaol, Maritzburg), who died October 2nd, 1904, aged 18 years.
The ransomed spirit has reached the shore
Where they weep, and suffer, and sin no more.
(Inserted by his parents and sister. – Kroonstad).
TAVERNOR. – In loving and affectionate remembrance of our darling, Edith Elizabeth TAVERNOR (Dollie), who died at Maritzburg, September 30th, 1913.
"A bud of Earth gathered to bloom in Heaven."
(Inserted by her sorrowing Mother, Sisters, and Brothers).
MONDAY, OCT 5, 1914
DEATHS
JENKINSON. – At 181, Joubert Street, Volksrust, Transvaal, on the 1st inst., Mrs. A.C. JENKINSON, in her 60th year. 9780
KINSMAN. – On 29th September, George W. KINSMAN, aged 60 (of pneumonia), late Magistrate of Babanango; beloved husband of Bessie Sherrin, and second son of the late G.W. KINSMAN of Mount Moriah. Interred at Dundee, Natal. 8774
TUESDAY, OCT 6, 1914
BIRTHS
FRIDAY. – At 110, Havelock Road, on October 1st, 1914, to Mr. and Mrs. S.J. FRIDAY, a daughter.
DEATHS
JORDAN. – On 30th September, Queenie, beloved wife of Leofric JORDAN, and youngest daughter of the late George Taylor FERNEYHOUGH, of Maritzburg. Age 23. 9814
WEDNESDAY, OCT 7, 1914
BIRTHS
THRASH. – On 4th October, to Mr. and Mrs. E.L. THRASH, 125, Greyling Street, Maritzburg, a daughter; both well. 9881
DEATHS
JORDAN. - On 30th September, Queenie, beloved wife of Leofric JORDAN, and youngest daughter of the late George Taylor FERNEYHOUGH, of Maritzburg. Age 23. 9814
THURSDAY, OCT 8, 1914
DEATHS
JORDAN. - On 30th September, Queenie, beloved wife of Leofric JORDAN, and youngest daughter of the late George Taylor FERNEYHOUGH, of Maritzburg. Age 23. 9814
FRIDAY, OCT 9, 1914
OBITUARY
LT.-COL. SIR W. CARINGTON
London, October 8.
The death has occurred of Lieut.-Col. Sir William CARINGTON, Keeper of His Majesty's Privy Purse. – Reuter's Special Service.
Lieut.-Col. the Rt. Hon. Sir William H.P. CARINGTON, K.C.B., has been Keeper of the Privy Purse since 1910, and was Controller and Treasurer to the Prince of Wales from 1901. He was the second son of Baron CARINGTON, and was born in 1845. He was formerly Lieut.-Colonel of the Grenadier Guards and served in the Egyptian Campaign of 1882. He was Liberal M.P. for Wycombe 1868 – 1883.
SATURDAY, OCT 10, 1914
DEATHS
MARKS. – At Maritzburg, on the 8th inst., Evan MARKS. Deeply regretted.
NATAL WITNESS WEEKLY EDITION SATURDAY, OCT 10, 1914
BIRTHS
FRIDAY. - At 110, Havelock Road, on October 1st, 1914, to Mr. and Mrs. S.J. FRIDAY, a daughter.
THRASH. – On 4th October, to Mr. and Mrs. E.L. THRASH, 125, Greyling Street, Maritzburg, a daughter; both well. 9881
DEATHS
JENKINSON. - At 181, Joubert Street, Volksrust, Transvaal, on the 1st inst., Mrs. A.C. JENKINSON, in her 60th year. 9780
KINSMAN. - On 29th September, George W. KINSMAN, aged 60 (of pneumonia), late Magistrate of Babanango; beloved husband of Bessie Sherrin, and second son of the late G.W. KINSMAN of Mount Moriah. Interred at Dundee, Natal. 8774
JORDAN. - On 30th September, Queenie, beloved wife of Leofric JORDAN, and youngest daughter of the late George Taylor FERNEYHOUGH, of Maritzburg. Age 23. 9814
MONDAY, OCT 12, 1914
BIRTHS
MOLLER. – On September 27th, the wife of W.M. MOLLER, Junr., of Bradford, Normandien, of a son. Both well.
DEATHS
LAURENS. – Died at Bulwer, on the 6th October, Ann LE SEUER, widow of the late Mr. P. LAURENS, of Tyronne, Mid-Illovo, late of Jersey, Channel Islands. 2881
OBITUARY
KING CHARLES OF ROUMANIA
London, October 10.
It is announced from Petrograd that King Charles of Roumania is dead. – Reuter's Special Service.
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King Charles I. of Roumania was born on April 20th, 1839, and was the son of the late Prince Carl of Hohenzollern-Sigmaringen. He was elected Lord of Roumania on April 20th 1866, and proclaimed King on March 26th, 1881. He was married on November 15th, 1869, to Princess Elizabeth von WIED ("Carmen Sylva") who was born in 1843. As there were no children of the marriage, the succession was accepted by the King's brother, Prince LEOPOLD, on behalf of his son, William.
In 1889, William renounced his claim in favour of his brother Ferdinand.
TUESDAY, OCT 13, 1914
BIRTHS
BASTOW. – In loving memory of my dear daughter Eliza BASTOW, who died October 13th, 1904.
"When the mists have rolled away."
WEDNESDAY, OCT 14, 1914
BIRTHS
MELLON. – At Government Hospital, Dundee, October 9th, the wife of Mr. B. MELLON, R.S.M., S.A.R., Ladysmith, of a son. Both well.
IN MEMORIAM
TAYLOR. – In loving memory of James TAYLOR, who passed away October 14, 1911. "To Memory ever dear."
(Inserted by his Widow and Family).
THURSDAY, OCT 15, 1914
IN MEMORIAM
AUSTIN. – In loving memory of our dear sister (Bessie), who departed this life 15th October, 1911.
We think of her in silence,
Though no eye may see us weep,
But treasured in our inmost heart,
Her memory still we keep.
(Inserted by R. and K. REDMAN).
AUSTIN. – In ever loving memory of our dear sister, Elizabeth (Bessie) AUSTIN (nee REDMAN), who died at Umzinto on October 15th, 1911.
We think of her in silence,
Though no eye may see us weep,
But treasured in our inmost heart,
Her memory still we keep.
Inserted by her sorrowing mother, sisters and brothers.
FRIDAY, OCT 16, 1914
BIRTHS
PARKER. – At Mooi River, Natal, on October 13th, the wife of Anthony S. PARKER, of a son. 9978
NATAL WITNESS WEEKLY EDITION SATURDAY, OCT 17, 1914
BIRTHS
MOLLER. – On September 27th, the wife of W.M. MOLLER, Junr., of Bradford, Normandien, of a son. Both well.
PARKER. – At Mooi River, Natal, on October 13th, the wife of Anthony S. PARKER, of a son. 9978
DEATHS
LAURENS. – Died at Bulwer, on the 6th October, Ann LE SUEUR, widow of the late Mr. P. LAURENS, of Tyronne, Mid-Illovo, late of Jersey, Channel Islands. 2881
MELLON. - At Government Hospital, Dundee, October 9th, the wife of Mr. B. MELLON, R.S.M., S.A.R., Ladysmith, of a son. Both well.
IN MEMORIAM
AUSTIN. - In loving memory of our dear sister (Bessie), who departed this life 15th October, 1911.
We think of her in silence,
Though no eye may see us weep,
But treasured in our inmost heart,
Her memory still we keep.
(Inserted by R. and K. REDMAN).
AUSTIN. – In ever loving memory of our dear sister, Elizabeth (Bessie) AUSTIN (nee REDMAN), who died at Umzinto on October 15th, 1911.
We think of her in silence,
Though no eye may see us weep,
But treasured in our inmost heart,
Her memory still we keep.
Inserted by her sorrowing mother, sisters and brothers.
BASTOW. - In loving memory of my dear daughter Eliza BASTOW, who died October 13th, 1904.
"When the mists have rolled away."
TAYLOR. - In loving memory of James TAYLOR, who passed away October 14, 1911. "To Memory ever dear." (Inserted by his Widow and Family).
MONDAY, OCT 19, 1914
DEATHS
GREGORY. – On October 9th, 1914, Lettie GREGORY, beloved wife of James GREGORY, in her 33rd year.
IN MEMORIAM
HESKETH. – In loving memory of John HESKETH, who passed away 19th October, 1912.
How sudden was his death to us,
A great shock to us all,
But when our God his summons sends
None can refuse His call.
We laid his hands across his breast,
And kissed his cold, cold brow,
And in our aching hearts we say
"We have no dear Daddy now."
His dear familiar face is gone,
We're left behind to watch and wait,
But sweetest comfort leads us on,
He's waiting for us at the gate.
Then Christ will clasp the broken chain
Closer when we meet again.
Inserted by his loving wife and children.
TUESDAY, OCT 20, 1914
DEATHS
STRAFFEN. – On the 17th of October, 1914, at 46, Braid Street, Isabella Maria STRAFFEN, in her 85th year.
WHEATLEY. – At the Maritzburg Sanatorium, on October 16, William Thomas WHEATLEY, beloved husband of C.E. WHEATLEY. Interred Durban Wesleyan Cemetery. 85
WEDNESDAY, OCT 21, 1914
DEATHS
MACKENZIE. – At Eshowe, on 26th September, 1914, David MACKENZIE, fifth son of the late John MACKENZIE, of New Windsor, Richmond, late of Dundee. Aged 56 years. 2987
STRAFFEN. – On the 17th of October, 1914, at 46, Braid Street, Isabella Maria STRAFFEN, in her 85th year.
FRIDAY, OCT 23, 1914
DEATHS
NORTHERN. – At Durban, after long suffering, patiently borne, on the 19th October, 1914, Joseph Edward NORTHERN, of Vryheid, beloved husband of Hetty NORTHERN. Aged 51. His end was peace. 72
STRETCH. – On the 9th inst., at Standerton, Charles Lennox STRETCH, aged 62 years. Deeply mourned. 3029
SATURDAY, OCT 24, 1914
BIRTHS
MASON. – At "Braeside," October 18th, to Mr. and Mrs. Albert MASON, a daughter. Both doing well. 90
DEATHS
GOODMAN. – On October 20, at St. Hilda's Native College, Enhlonhlweni, Ladysmith, suddenly, Alice K. GOODMAN; aged 39 years; a member of the staff. 3052
WILKINSON. – At the Sanatorium, Maritzburg, on the 18th October, 1914, Wilhelmina C.J. (Minnie) (born KLUCK), the beloved wife of Horace I. WILKINSON; aged 41 years. Cape and Free State papers please copy.
NATAL WITNESS WEEKLY EDITION SATURDAY, OCT 24, 1914
DEATHS
GREGORY. – On October 9th, 1914, Lettie GREGORY, beloved wife of James GREGORY, in her 33rd year.
MACKENZIE. – At Eshowe, on 26th September, 1914, David MACKENZIE, fifth son of the late John MACKENZIE, of New Windsor, Richmond, late of Dundee. Aged 56 years. 2987
NORTHERN. - At Durban, after long suffering, patiently borne, on the 19th October, 1914, Joseph Edward NORTHERN, of Vryheid, beloved husband of Hetty NORTHERN. Aged 51. His end was peace. 72
STRETCH. – On the 9th inst., at Standerton, Charles Lennox STRETCH, aged 62 years. Deeply mourned. 3020
STRAFFEN. – On the 17th of October, 1914, at 46, Braid Street, Isabella Maria STRAFFEN, in her 85th year.
WHEATLEY. – At the Maritzburg Sanatorium, on October 16, William Thomas WHEATLEY, beloved husband of C.E. WHEATLEY. Interred Durban Wesleyan Cemetery. 25
IN MEMORIAM
HESKETH. – In loving memory of John HESKETH, who passed away 19th October, 1912.
How sudden was his death to us,
A great shock to us all,
But when our God his summons sends
None can refuse His call.
We laid his hands across his breast,
And kissed his cold, cold brow,
And in our aching hearts we say
"We have no dear Daddy now."
His dear familiar face is gone,
We're left behind to watch and wait,
But sweetest comfort leads us on,
He's waiting for us at the gate
Then Christ will clasp the broken chain
Closer when we meet again.
Inserted by his loving wife and children.
(NOTE: the page is torn down the right-hand side affecting the last 5 lines end of sentence).
MONDAY, OCT 26, 1914
BIRTHS
BRAATVEDT. – At Nqutu, Zululand, to Mr. and Mrs. J.T. BRAATVEDT, a son, on 16th October, 1914. 107
MASON. – At "Braeside," October 18th, to Mr. and Mrs. Albert MASON, a daughter. Both doing well. 90
WEDNESDAY, OCT 28, 1914
DEATHS
WOODWARD. – At 220, Pietermaritz Street, on October 20th, William WOODWARD, aged 69. 138
THURSDAY, OCT 29, 1914
BIRTHS
MEADE. – On 26th October, at Woodside, Portishead, Somersetshire, England, the wife of Captain H.E. MEADE, of a son. 161
DEATHS
MILLS. – On the 24th inst., at 20, Greyling Street, Robert Shearer (Robin), youngest son of Thomas P. Euphemia MILLS; aged 14 years and 11 months. 169
DOWSON. – At Pretoria, on October 25, Harold John Richard, infant son of Moira and Harold DOWSON. 177
FRIDAY, OCT 30, 1914
BIRTHS
DAWSON. – On the 27th October, at Harrismith, the wife of J.W. DAWSON, of a son; both well.
TAYLOR. – At Sevenoaks, on October 25th, to Mr. and Mrs. V.W. TAYLOR a daughter. 189
IN MEMORIAM
ASHDOWN. – In ever loving memory of Alfred ASHDOWN, who passed away at Maritzburg, on October 20th, 1913.
"One year has passed; our heart's still sore,
As time goes on we miss him more;
His cheery voice, his welcome face,
No one can fill the vacant place."
(Inserted by his Widow and Children).
SATURDAY, OCT 31, 1914
BIRTHS
DAWSON. – On the 27th October, at Harrismith, the wife of J.W. DAWSON, of a son; both well.
TAYLOR. – At Sevenoaks, on October 25th, to Mr. and Mrs. V.W. TAYLOR a daughter. 189
IN MEMORIAM
CUMMINGS. – In Loving Memory of our dear Daughter and Sister, Christina CUMMINGS (nee PATERSON), who died November 1st, 1912.
Though two long years have passed and gone
Since the great sorrow fell;
Yet in our hearts we mourn the loss
Of one we loved so well.
FORSYTH. – In loving memory of Lydia Winifred FORSYTH, who died at Scottsville, 1st November, 1912.
Two years have passed, no one can tell,
The loss of her we loved so well;
The blow was sharp and so severe
To part with her we loved so dear.
NATAL WITNESS WEEKLY EDITION SATURDAY, OCT 31, 1914
BIRTHS
BRAATVEDT. – At Nqutu, Zululand, to Mr. and Mrs. J.T. BRAATVEDT, a son, on 16th October, 1914. 107
MASON. – At "Braeside," October 18th, to Mr. and Mrs. Albert MASON, a daughter. Both doing well. 90
MEADE. - On 26th October, at Woodside, Portishead, Somersetshire, England, the wife of Captain H.E. MEADE, of a son. 161
DEATHS
WOODWARD. - At 220, Pietermaritz Street, on October 20th, William WOODWARD, aged 69. 138
MILLS. - On the 24th inst., at 20, Greyling Street, Robert Shearer (Robin), youngest son of Thomas P. Euphemia MILLS; aged 14 years and 11 months. 169
DOWSON. - At Pretoria, on October 25, Harold John Richard, infant son of Moira and Harold DOWSON. 177
DAWSON. - On the 27th October, at Harrismith, the wife of J.W. DAWSON, of a son; both well.
TAYLOR. - At Sevenoaks, on October 25th, to Mr. and Mrs. V.W. TAYLOR a daughter. 189
IN MEMORIAM
ASHDOWN. - In ever loving memory of Alfred ASHDOWN, who passed away at Maritzburg, on October 20th, 1913.
"One year has passed; our heart's still sore,
As time goes on we miss him more;
His cheery voice, his welcome face,
No one can fill the vacant place."
(Inserted by his Widow and Children).
MONDAY, NOV 2, 1914
BIRTHS
METHLEY. – At the Sanatorium, on the 29th October, to Mr. and Mrs. Harold METHLEY, of Methlyn, Creighton, a son. 210
MITCHELL. – On the 30th October, at the Sanatorium, to Mr. and Mrs. Walter J. MITCHELL, a daughter. Both doing well. 219
MARRIAGES
PAYN - ASHTON. – At Ladysmith, on October 31st, Cecil PAYN to Winifred Morris ASHTON, both of Pietermaritzburg. 221
DEATHS
ADAMS. – At "The Towers," Taroona, Hobart, Tasmania, on the 4th October, after a short illness, William TRELAWNEY, only and beloved son of William and Ellen Martha ADAMS, and beloved husband of Frances Yaldon ADAMS, in the forty-fifth year of his age. 3150
IN MEMORIAM
WILLIAMS. – In loving memory of my dear child, Georg WILLIAMS, who died 2nd November, 1912.
(Inserted by his loving Mother). 212
WEDNESDAY, NOV 4, 1914
BIRTHS
FANNIN. – At Scottsville, Pietermaritzburg, on October 25, 1914, the wife of M.G. FANNIN, of a son. 241
VAUGHAN NORTON. – On October 31, at Greytown, the wife of H. VAUGHAN NORTON, of a son. 249
MARRIAGES
KLAPKA - WALLIS. – On October 31, at St. Cyprian's, by the Rev. M.O. HODSON, A.C. KLAPKA, of Durban, to Dorothy, third daughter of F. WALLIS, of Durban. 3177
THURSDAY, NOV 5, 1914
BIRTHS
KEYTEL. – At Sanatorium, Loop Street, November 2nd, to Mr. and Mrs. W.H. KEYTEL, of a son. Both well. 270
FRIDAY, NOV 6, 1914
BIRTHS
DICKS. – On 31st October, to Mr. and Mrs. C.G. DICKS, Rycroft, Howick, a daughter.
OBITUARY
MR. TOM GALLON
London, November 5.
The death is announced of Mr. Tom GALLON, the novelist and dramatist. – Reuter's Special Service.
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Mr. GALLON was born in London on 5th December, 1866. He started life as a clerk in a city office, became usher in a large private school, and eventually secretary to a provincial Mayor. Ill-health compelled him to give up work, and he afterwards devoted himself to short-story and novel writing. He produced over 30 novels, and half-a-dozen plays. He was unmarried.
MAJOR-GENERAL KEKEWICH
London, November 5.
The death took place in Devonshire today of Major-General KEKEWICH, the defender of Kimberley. – Reuter's Special Service.
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Major-General R.G. KEKEWICH was born on July 17th, 1854, and was a member of a Devon family. He was educated at Marlborough, and entered the Army in 1874. He served in the Malay Peninsula, the Nile Expedition (D.A.A.G. and K.M.G.) and Suakin. His defence of Kimberley for 126 days (from October 15th, 1899, to February 16th, 1900) is historical. He was Lieut.-Colonel in the Loyal North Lancs and Colonel of the Buffs. At the time of his death he was on the retired list.
SATURDAY, NOV 7, 1914
IN MEMORIAM
ROWE. – In ever loving memory of Agnes (Aggie), dearly-loved child of James and M. ROWE, who died at Ladysmith, November 7, 1912, aged 1 year 11 months.
Still it's lonely in our home,
Although there dawns another year,
For the little one we loved
Has for ever gone from us.
NATAL WITNESS WEEKLY EDITION SATURDAY, NOV 7, 1914
BIRTHS
DICKS. – On 31st October, to Mr. and Mrs. C.G. DICKS, Rycroft, Howick, a daughter.
METHLEY. – At the Sanatorium, on the 29th October, to Mr. and Mrs. Harold METHLEY, of Methlyn, Creighton, a son. 210
MITCHELL. – On the 30th October, at the Sanatorium, to Mr. and Mrs. Walter J. MITCHELL, a daughter. Both doing well. 219
KEYTEL. – At Sanatorium, Loop Street, November 2nd, to Mr. and Mrs. W.H. KEYTEL, of a son. Both well. 270
FANNIN. – At Scottsville, Pietermaritzburg, on October 25, 1914, the wife of M.G. FANNIN, of a son. 241
VAUGHAN NORTON. – On October 31, at Greytown, the wife of H. VAUGHAN NORTON, of a son. 249
MARRIAGES
KLAPKA - WALLIS. – On October 31, at St. Cyprian's, by the Rev. M.O. HODSON, A.C. KLAPKA, of Durban, to Dorothy, third daughter of F. WALLIS, of Durban. 3177
PAYN-ASHTON. – At Ladysmith, on October 31st, Cecil PAYN to Winifred Morris ASHTON, both of Pietermaritzburg. 221
DEATHS
ADAMS. – At "The Towers," Taroona, Hobart, Tasmania, on the 4th October, after a short illness, William TRELAWNEY, only and beloved son of William and Ellen Martha ADAMS, and beloved husband of Frances Yaldon ADAMS, in the forty-fifth year of his age. 3150
IN MEMORIAM
WILLIAMS. – In loving memory of my dear child, Georg WILLIAMS, who died 2nd November, 1912.
(Inserted by his loving Mother). 212
MONDAY, NOV 9, 1914
DEATHS
TAYLOR. – At Seven Oaks, on the 1st November, Joyce Dorothy, the darling infant daughter of Vincent and Ida TAYLOR, aged seven days.
OBITUARY
MRS. W.C. BUCKLE
From Our Own Correspondent
Durban, November 7.
I regret to announce the death, which occurred last night, after a very short illness, of Mrs. BUCKLE, of Windermere Road. The deceased lady was the wife of Mr. W.C. BUCKLE, financial manager to Messrs. P. Davis and Sons, Limited and had endeared herself to a wide circle of friends and acquaintances. Sympathetic condolences to her bereaved husband and relatives are tendered. The funeral took place to-day.
TUESDAY, NOV 10, 1914
BIRTHS
FINCHAM. – At "Leighton," Lincoln Road, Sea Point, Capetown, on the 7th inst., to Mr. and Mrs. E. Mowbray FINCHAM, a daughter. 339
DEATHS
FIDDES. – On November 2, 1914, at 639, Stamford Hill Road, Durban, Mary Elizabeth, wife of J. FIDDES, late of Lower Northam Ridge, Maritzburg.
IN MEMORIAM
TILEY. – In ever loving memory of Joseph TILEY, who fell asleep 10th November, 1913.
WEDNESDAY, NOV 11, 1914
BIRTHS
SPARKS. – On November 6, at Bruntsfield, Dalton, to Mr. and Mrs. W.E. SPARKS, a son. 354
DEATHS
FIDDES. – On November 2, 1914, at 639, Stamford Hill Road, Durban, Mary Elizabeth, wife of J. FIDDES, late of Lower Northam Ridge, Maritzburg.
MACKENZIE. – At Midmar Tweedie, on November 7, Roderick Ian Knut, the loved son of Sheila and Ian MACKENZIE, aged 4 years and 9 weeks.
SCOTT. – On November 7, at the residence of his son, at Umgeni, Durban, G.D. SCOTT, late of Pietermaritzburg, in his 58th year. 351
THURSDAY, NOV 12, 1914
BIRTHS
FINCHAM. – At "Leighton," Lincoln Road, Sea Point, Capetown, on the 7th inst., to Mr. and Mrs. E. Mowbray FINCHAM, a daughter. 339
FRIDAY, NOV 13, 1914
DEATHS
LYLE. – At Dundee, Natal, on November 9th, James LYLE, the beloved husband of Bessie LYLE, aged 40 years and 9 months. 385
ROWLES. – Died at Pietermaritzburg, on November 11, 1914, Mary Jane ROWLES, eldest daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. W.B. ROWLES, aged 55 years.
SATURDAY, NOV 14, 1914
BIRTHS
DIBBEN. – On 11th inst., at Willbrook, the wife of D.C.M. DIBBEN, of a son. 404
DEATHS
GREENSLADE. – On November 10, 1914, at Penzance, England, Eliza Sarah GREENSLADE, beloved wife of Alfred GREENSLADE, of Pietermaritzburg.
LYLE. – At Dundee, Natal, on November 9th, James LYLE, the beloved husband of Bessie LYLE, aged 40 years and 9 months. 385
OBITUARY
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SIR WALTER GILBEY
London, November 13.
The death occurred to-day of Sir Walter GILBEY, head of the well-known firm of wine merchants. – Reuter's Special Service.
NATAL WITNESS WEEKLY EDITION SATURDAY, NOV 14, 1914
BIRTHS
FINCHAM. - At "Leighton," Lincoln Road, Sea Point, Capetown, on the 7th inst., to Mr. and Mrs. E. Mowbray FINCHAM, a daughter. 339
SPARKS. - On November 6, at Bruntsfield, Dalton, to Mr. and Mrs. W.E. SPARKS, a son. 354
DEATHS
LYLE. – At Dundee, Natal, on November 9th, James LYLE, the beloved husband of Bessie LYLE, aged 40 years and 9 months. 385
ROWLES. – Died at Pietermaritzburg, on November 11, 1914, Mary Jane ROWLES, eldest daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. W.B. ROWLES, aged 55 years.
TAYLOR. – At Seven Oaks, on the 1st November, Joyce Dorothy, the darling infant daughter of Vincent and Ida TAYLOR, aged seven days.
MACKENZIE. – At Midmar Tweedie on November 7, Roderick Ian Knut, the loved son of Sheila and Ian MACKENZIE, aged 4 years and 9 weeks.
SCOTT. – On November 7, at the residence of his son, at Umgeni, Durban, G.D. SCOTT, late of Pietermaritzburg, in his 58th year. 351
FIDDES. – On November 2, 1914, at 639, Stamford Hill Road, Durban, Mary Elizabeth, wife of J. FIDDES, late of Lower Northam Ridge, Maritzburg.
IN MEMORIAM
TILEY. – In ever loving memory of Joseph TILEY, who fell asleep 10th November, 1913.
MONDAY, NOV 16, 1914
DEATHS
LYLE. – At Dundee, Natal, on November 9th, James LYLE, the beloved husband of Bessie LYLE, aged 40 years and 9 months. 385
HANSEN. – At Dundee, Natal, on the 13th inst., after a long and most painful illness, patiently borne, our beloved mother, Dena Wilhelmine HANSEN, relict of our dear father, the late C.C. HANSEN, of Bethal, Transvaal. "Peace, perfect peace." 417
HOWARD. – At "Brighton," Queen's Road, Sea Point, Capetown, on November 9th, Ellen HOWARD, relict of the late Charles Liddon HOWARD, of Howick, Natal, aged 86. 3361
OBITUARY
SIR HENRY E.G. BULWER
The funeral of the late Sir Henry E.G. BULWER, a brother of the late General Sir Edward BULWER, and a nephew of Lord LYTTON, took place in Heydon Church, Norfolk, on October 4th. The chief mourners were Mr. and Mrs. W. BULWER, nephew and niece; Col. and Mrs. BULWER, nephew and niece, and many ohter relations. A numerous congregation in church, and at the graveside included the Earl of Orford, Sir Alfred JODRELE, Bt., Mr. Neville P. JODRELE, Major COLLINS, and many other friends in the country.
The service was conducted by the Rev. B.J. ARMSTRONG, formerly Rector of Heydon, and the Rev. G. Payne COOK, and was choral. Two hymns were sung, viz.: "Peace, perfect Peace" and "Lead Kindly Light," and at the close of the service the organist played, the Death March from Saul." The coffin, which was covered with beautiful flowers, bore the inscription on the brass breastplate: "Henry Ernest Gasgoyne BULWER, Knight, G.C.M.G., born 1836, died September 30th, 1914."
The bearers were eight of the employees of the estate. The earth grave situate to the north of the Chancel on the borders of the churchyard was lined with lovely ferns and Virginian creeper. There were many lovely floral tributes, including one "With deep regret for Sir Henry BULWER, whose services for Cyprus as High Commissioner, 1886 – 1892, have never ceased."
TUESDAY, NOV 17, 1914
BIRTHS
FRASER. – On the 6th inst., at 108, Victoria Road, the wife of D.M. FRASER, of a daughter. 431
DEATHS
HANSEN. – At Dundee, Natal, on the 13th inst., after a long and most painful illness, patiently borne, our beloved mother, Dena Wilhelmine HANSEN, relict of our dear father, the late C.C. HANSEN, of Bethal, Transvaal. "Peace, perfect peace." 417
HOWARD. – At "Brighton," Queen's Road, Sea Point, Capetown, on November 9th, Ellen HOWARD, relict of the late Charles Liddon HOWARD, of Howick, Natal, aged 86. 3361
WEDNESDAY, NOV 18, 1914
BIRTHS
FRASER. – On the 6th inst., at 108, Victoria Road, the wife of D.M. FRASER, of a daughter. 431
DEATHS
HOWARD. – At "Brighton," Queen's Road, Sea Point, Capetown, on November 9th, Ellen HOWARD, relict of the late Charles Liddon HOWARD, of Howick, Natal, aged 86. 3361
OBITUARY
MR. T.B. LLEWELLYN
We regret to have to record the death of a well known City resident, Mr. T.B. LLEWELLYN, which took place at 4.30 yesterday afternoon at Grey's Hospital. Mr. LLEWELLYN suffered only a brief illness. He was removed to the hospital on Saturday owing to an internal complaint, not proving amenable to treatment. It was then found that an operation was necessary, but from this the patient never recovered. Mr. LLEWELLYN was well known to a large circle, including all interested in cricket, being the father of several keen cricketers, including the Hampshire professional, who took part in the South African tour in England.
He was a native of Pembroke, Wales, and came to Natal more than 40 years ago, previous to which his life had been spent on the sea, and he attained the rank of captain in the merchant service. After a short stay at Durban Mr. LLEWELLYN came to Maritzburg, where has resided ever since. It will be among the Temperance and Friendly Societies of the City that he will be missed, as for well over 30 years he was a most devoted and ardent worker. He was a foundation member of the Ark of Safety Tent of the Independent Order of Rechabites, of which Order he instituted a branch here in 1877, and was in office up to a recent date. In fact, it was only last year that the local Rechabites presented Bro.LLEWELLYN with a testimonial on the occasion of his retiring from an office he had held continuously for 33 years. He had also been connected with the Grand Lodge of Natal of the Independent Order of Good Templars from his arrival in Natal, having held nearly every office in the Order. He leaves a widow and five sons.
The funeral takes place from the residence, No. 5, Stranack Street, at five o'clock this afternoon, proceeding to the Wesleyan Cemetery.
MRS. JOHN OXLEY OXLAND
We regret to announce the death of Mrs. John Oxley OXLAND, which took place at Grey's Hospital just before midnight on Monday, after a lingering illness. Her husband, the Rev. OXLAND, pre-deceased her four years ago.
Mrs. OXLAND came to Natal with Bishop and Mrs. CALLAWAY, as their adopted daughter, in the early sixties, and was their right hand in Missionary labours at Springvale, Natal. Subsequently, when the Bishop moved to St. Andrew's Mission Station, in Pondoland, where he founded the Diocese of St. John's, Kaffraria, of which he was first Bishop, Mrs. OXLAND accompanied him, and was there married to the Rev. John Oxley OXLAND, who had come out from England to join the Mission.
Some years later her husband was given charge of the Clydesdale Mission in East Griqualand, and it was there that she spent the last eight devoted years of her Missionary life. The sympathy of a large circle of friends is extended to the bereaved surviving members of the family, Lionel and Bertram (sons) and her daughter (Mrs. McCAUL). The funeral will leave Grey's Hospital this afternoon at 4.45 o'clock, proceeding to St. Saviour's Cathedral, where a short service will be held, prior to the interment in the Church of England Cemetery.
MR. FRANK SEAGER
Mr. Frank SEAGER, who passed away on his farm "Minster," near Mossdale, in Newcastle district, on the 2nd of this month, was a man well-known and appreciated throughout the Province by his sterling qualities and upright living. Of Somersetshire parents, the late Mr. SEAGER spent the greater part of his life near Camperdown, where he married a Miss CRAWLEY, only removing to the Northern Districts after the Boer War. Apart from his striking personality, which bore eloquent testimony of his honourable life, he was in every sense of the word a benefactor and friend to many young men, who to-day must feel that they have not only lost a friend, but one who interested himself in their personal welfare. As a sportsman and a supporter of all manly exercises, Mr. SEAGER was in the front list. His colours were often seen on the racecourse; a first-class shot, and president of the Mossdale Cricket Club, his loss to Mossdale is irreparable. Paralysis brought him to his bed, and to his widow, sons and daughters, the deepest sympathy is extended in their sad affliction.
THURSDAY, NOV 19, 1914
BIRTHS
FRASER. – On the 6th inst., at 108, Victoria Road, the wife of D.M. FRASER, of a daughter. 431
MURRAY. – On the 13th inst., at 319, Bulwer Street, Maritzburg, to Mr. and Mrs. Herbert MURRAY, a daughter. 3417
IN MEMORIAM
BUTLER. – In ever loving memory of Henry BUTLER, who died 19th November, 1910. Inserted by his loving wife and daughter. "Gone but not forgotten." 3420
BUTLER. – In loving memory of my dearly beloved son, Henry BUTLER, who passed away at Pietermaritzburg, November 19, 1910. "Gone but not forgotten." R.I.P. 463
CAISTER. – Antonio Mary CAISTER. Died November 19, 1912, aged 16.
"Gone Home! Gone Home! Oh, shall we ever reach her,
See her again, and claim her for our own?
Will she conduct us to the Heavenly Teacher,
And low beside us, bow before His throne?" 447
FRIDAY, NOV 20, 1914
BIRTHS
BOYES. – On the 16th instant at Maseru, Basutoland, the wife of C.E. BOYES, Government Secretary, of a daughter.
MURRAY. – On the 13th inst., at 319, Bulwer Street, Maritzburg, to Mr. and Mrs. Herbert MURRAY, a daughter. 3417
TRAIN. – At "Kinloch," near Greytown on the 16th inst. To Mr. and Mrs. T.B. TRAIN, a daughter. 489
IN MEMORIAM
FRANKLIN. – In ever loving memory of my dear Grandma Mary Ann FRANKLIN, who fell asleep on the 19th November, 1913.
(Inserted by her loving Grandchild Tubbie). 487
FRANKLIN. – In ever loving memory of our dear mother Sarah S. FRANKLIN, who died on the 20th November, 1913. "Gone but not forgotten." 494
SATURDAY, NOV 21, 1914
BIRTHS
WELSH. – On the 20th inst. at 38 Loop Street, the wife of Robert WELSH, of a daughter. 508
DEATHS
McCORMACK. – At the Sanatorium, Maritzburg, on Sunday 15th November, our beloved husband and father, W.S. McCORMACK, late of Thornville Junction, aged 70 years.
OBITUARY
SENATOR SIR E.P. SOLOMON
Johannesburg, November 20.
Sir E.P. SOLOMON died at his residence in Parktown shortly after 2 o'clock this morning. – Reuter.
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The Hon. Sir Edward Philip SOLOMON was a son of the late Rev. Edward SOLOMON. He was educated at the School for the Sons of Missionaries at Blackheath, and at the Gymnasium, Old Aberdeen. He was admitted a solicitor in 1868, and practised at Kingwilliamstown and Capetown.
He removed to Johannesburg in 1887, where he became senior member of the firm of Solomon and Thomson and subsequently of the firm of Solomon, Hull, Webber and Wentzel, from which he retired in 1905. He was the initiator of the Responsible Government Association, which had for its object the securing of Responsible Government for the Transvaal. He became President of the Association, and when that form of government was granted, he was elected President of the Transvaal National Association. In 1907 he was elected to the Transvaal House of Assembly for the Fordsburg Division of Johannesburg, and was Minister of Public Works in General Botha's Administration until 1910, when he was elected Senator in the Union Parliament. He received his K.C.M.G. on New Year's Day, 1911. He married a daughter of the Rev. W.R. THOMSON, by whom he had four sons and two daughters.
MR J. POINTER, M.P.
London, November 20.
The death has occurred of Mr. Joseph POINTER, the Labour member of Parliament for the Attercliffe Division of Sheffield. – Reuter's Special Service.
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Deceased was born on 12th June, 1875. He joined the United Patternmakers' Association at the age of 20, after serving his apprenticeship as an engineer's patternmaker. By that body he was elected Parliamentary representative in 1908: he was elected City Councillor for Sheffield in 1908. He was a Socialist, a local preacher and total abstainer.
MASTER F.W. JARDINE
The death took place at Maritzburg College on Wednesday evening of Master F.W. JARDINE, one of the pupils of the institution. The deceased, who was seventeen years of age, was taken seriously ill early on Wednesday evening. Dr. WARD, the District Surgeon was called in, but despite all that medical aid could do, young JARDINE died at 11.30. JARDINE, who had always been in a delicate state of health, had been a pupil of the College for come two years; and the news of his death on Thursday morning cast a gloom over the whole school. His parents reside at Elandskop.
The funeral took place from the College on Thursday afternoon, and proceeded to the Presbyterian Cemetery, where the Rev. Dr. SMITH and the Rev. R.Y. WHITTON conducted the last rites. The chief mourners were Mr. J. JARDINE (father), and Messrs. JOHN (uncle) and Cecil JARDINE (cousin). The pupils of the school were also present at the graveside, in addition to the members of the College Staff and old boys.
There were a number of beautiful wreaths and floral tributes from: Mr. and Mrs. J. JARDINE; The Headmaster, Maritzburg College; The Staff and Boys; and the Matron and Assistant Matron.
(NOTE: Should read "College for some two" and not "College for come two").
BIRTHS
BOYES. – On the 16th instant at Maseru, Basutoland, the wife of C.E. BOYES, Government Secretary, of a daughter.
MURRAY. – On the 13th inst., at 319, Bulwer Street, Maritzburg, to Mr. and Mrs. Herbert MURRAY, a daughter. 3417
TRAIN. – At "Kinloch," near Greytown, on the 16th inst. To Mr. and Mrs. T.B. TRAIN, a daughter. 489
FRASER. – On the 6th inst., at 108, Victoria Road, the wife of D.M. FRASER, of a daughter. 431
DEATHS
HANSEN. – At Dundee, Natal, on the 13th inst., after a long and most painful illness, patiently borne, our beloved mother, Dena Wilhelmine HANSEN, relict of our dear father, the late C.C. HANSEN, of Bethal, Transvaal. "Peace, perfect peace." 417
HOWARD. – At "Brighton," Queen Road, Sea Point, Capetown, on November 9th, Ellen HOWARD, relict of the late Charles Liddon HOWARD, of Howick, Natal, aged 86. 3361
LYLE. – At Dundee, Natal, on November 9th, Lyle JAMES, the beloved husband of Bessie LYLE, aged 40 years and 9 months. 385
IN MEMORIAM
BUTLER. – In ever loving memory of Henry BUTLER, who died 19th November, 1910. Inserted by his loving wife and daughter. "Gone but not forgotten." 3420
FRANKLIN. – In ever loving memory of my dear Grandma Mary Ann FRANKLIN, who fell asleep on the 19th November, 1913. (Inserted by her loving Grandchild Tubbie). 487
FRANKLIN. – In ever loving memory of our dear mother Sarah S. FRANKLIN, who died on the 20th November, 1913. "Gone but not forgotten." 494
BUTLER. – In loving memory of my dearly beloved son, Henry BUTLER, who passed away at Pietermaritzburg, November 19, 1910. "Gone but not forgotten." R.I.P. 463
CAISTER. - Antonio Mary CAISTER. Died November 19, 1912, aged 16.
"Gone Home! Gone Home! Oh, shall we ever reach her,
See her again, and claim her for our own?
Will she conduct us to the Heavenly Teacher,
And low beside us, bow before His throne?" 447
MONDAY, NOV 23, 1914
DEATHS
JARDINE. – At Pietermaritzburg College School, on 18th November, 1914, Frederick Willoughby, eldest son of Joseph and Edith Emily JARDINE, of Calderwood Hall, Elandskop, aged 17 years and 2 months. 3497
TUESDAY, NOV 24, 1914
DEATHS
JARDINE. – At Pietermaritzburg College School, on 18th November, 1914, Frederick Willoughby, eldest son of Joseph and Edith Emily JARDINE, of Calderwood Hall, Elandskop, aged 17 years and 2 months. 3497
STONE. – At Blair Athol, Polela, on 11th inst., William Blackwood STONE, aged 66 years.
Alastair William Fraser, V.D., from Major Natal Guides.
WEDNESDAY, NOV 25, 1914
BIRTHS
EDMINSON. – November 24, at Merchiston, to Mr. and Mrs. S.R. EDMINSON, a daughter. 557
DEATHS
COMINS. – At the Retreat, Merrivale, on Friday, November 20, our beloved wife and mother. Dinah COMINS, aged 58 years. 547
JARDINE. - At Pietermaritzburg College School, on 18th November, 1914, Frederick Willoughby, eldest son of Joseph and Edith Emily JARDINE, of Calderwood Hall, Elandskop, aged 17 years and 2 months. 3497
THURSDAY, NOV 26, 1914
BIRTHS
HOOPER. – At Nurse JOHNSTONE's, Pine Street, Greytown, November 20, to Mr. and Mrs. O. HOOPER, Riet Vlei, a son; both well. 576
DEATHS
COMINS. – At the Retreat, Merrivale, on Friday, November 20, our beloved wife and mother. Dinah COMINS, aged 58 years. 547
JARDINE. - At Pietermaritzburg College School, on 18th November, 1914, Frederick Willoughby, eldest son of Joseph and Edith Emily JARDINE, of Calderwood Hall, Elandskop, aged 17 years and 2 months. 3497
OBITUARY
SIR GEORGE R. VYVYAN, K.C.M.G..
Last mail brought the news of the death of Sir G.R. VYVYAN, K.C.M.G., at the age of 76, after a short illness. He was at one time well-known in South Africa, as he commanded some of the Union Company's steamers in the 70's, the "Syria" and the "Roman." He married Blanche Henrietta, daughter of the late Archbishop Gray, of Capetown. He retired from the Union Company's service, and became, first an Elder Brother, and then Deputy Master of the Trinity House, H.M. King George being Master. He was greatly beloved and respected by all who knew him, and they were not a few. The deceased gentleman was the brother of the Rev. T.G. VYVYAN, of Richmond, and a cousin to the Bishop of Zululand.
FRIDAY, NOV 27, 1914
BIRTHS
DEMPSEY. – On November 23, 1914, at the Sanatorium, Pietermaritzburg, to Mr. and Mrs. J.D. DEMPSEY, Durban, a son, both well. 595
DEATHS
ANTEL. – Killed in action at Tiger River fight, on the 18th inst., Jack A. ANTEL, Natal Light Horse, sixth son of the late Richard and Mary ANTEL, Richmond, aged 26 years. 3564
CONWAY. – At this residence, Scottsville, Maritzburg, on November 22, J.P. CONWAY, aged 59 years. R.I.P.
JARDINE. - At Pietermaritzburg College School, on 18th November, 1914, Frederick Willoughby, eldest son of Joseph and Edith Emily JARDINE, of Calderwood Hall, Elandskop, aged 17 years and 2 months. 3497
STONE. – AT Blair Athol, Polela, on 11th inst., William Blackwood STONE, aged 66 years.
OBITUARY
MR. WM. WITHYCOMBE
We regret to record the death, which took place early yesterday morning, of an old and esteemed fellow townsman, in the person of Mr. William WITHYCOMBE, at the age of fifty-nine. The late Mr. WITHYCOMBE developed a severe attack of enteric fever some six weeks ago. He afterwards contracted a chill, followed by pneumonia, and eventually he succumbed to the disease at three o'clock yesterday morning. The deceased gentleman was born at Dartmoor, Devonshire, in 1856, and entered the Royal Navy in the year 1871. He came to Natal in January, 1881, with the Naval Contingent which was sent to take part in the first Boer War, and was engaged on the naval transport staff with the late Captain (afterwards Admiral) H.G. ANDOE. He retired from the Navy in March, 1882, and took up an appointment in the Port Department at the Point. He was later transferred to the signal station at the Bluff, where he remained until 1889, when he came to Maritzburg to join the secretarial staff of the City and Suburban and other Gold Mining Companies. In 1883 he was married to Miss Harriet Agnes AIRTH, daughter of the late Captain Alexander AIRTH, for many years Port Captain of Durban, and a notable figure in the early history of Natal.
The late Mr. WITHYCOMBE was noted throughout Natal as a keen rifle shot and an enthusiastic supporter of shooting organisations. In 1892 he organised, in conjunction with Mr. (now Major) T.M. OWEN and the late Mr. J.E. DAVIES, the Maritzburg Rifle Association, with which he was prominently associated throughout its existence, and of which he had been, for some years prior to this death, a vice president. He was also a member of the council of the Natal Rifle Association, and as such had done much to promote the spread of a better knowledge of rifle shooting in the community. Himself a keen and accomplished marksman, Mr. WITHYCOMBE represented Maritzburg against Durban in the annual intertown competitions on no fewer that nineteen occasions in the years 1890 to 1909. He was a foundation member of the Natal Naval Volunteers (now the R.N.V.R.), serving as Chief Petty Officer up to the time of his transference to Maritzburg. Later he joined the old Natal Royal Rifles, and for some time held the rank of Quartermaster. The news of his death will come as a sad shock to his many friends in the City, where he was widely known and much respected. In shooting circles his kindly personality will be severely missed; and to his widow and family much sympathy will be extended in their bereavement. The funeral takes place this afternoon, leaving the residence in Longmarket Street, at 4.30, and proceeding to the Church of England Cemetery.
(NOTE: Should read "no fewer than nineteen" not "no fewer that nineteen"
SATURDAY, NOV 28, 1914
DEATHS
ANTEL. – Killed in action at Tiger River fight, on the 18th inst., Jack A. ANTEL, Natal Light Horse, sixth son of the late Richard and Mary ANTEL, Richmond, aged 26 years.
JARDINE. - At Pietermaritzburg College School, on 18th November, 1914, Frederick Willoughby, eldest son of Joseph and Edith Emily JARDINE, of Calderwood Hall, Elandskop, aged 17 years and 2 months. 3497
GORDON. – At Overstone, Noodsberg, on the 19th inst., Maurice Hugh, aged 2 years and 10 months, fourth son of Mr. and Mrs. John GORDAN. 613
(NOTE: Surname typed as it appears).
OBITUARY
MR. C.H. MITCHELL, M.P.C.
From Our Own Correspondent
Durban, November 27.
The death occurred this morning, at the Sanatorium, Durban, of Mr. C.H. MITCHELL, of Fascadale, near Port Shepstone. Mr. MITCHELL was a member of the Provincial Council for Umzimkulu, having succeeded Mr. John KIRKMAN. During the last session of the Council, his health broke down, and he was admitted to Grey's Hospital and treated for an affection of the throat. After a partial recovery, he went back to his farm at Fascadale. From that time he was not in the best of health, and about five weeks ago the old trouble returned, and he entered the Sanatorium at Durban. He seemed to get much better, and some days ago bright hopes were entertained of his recovery, but some complications of the lungs set in, with a fatal termination. The deceased leaves a wife and family. Mrs. MITCHELL was in attendance on her husband at the time of his death.
Mr. MITCHELL came to South Africa as a youth for the benefit of his health, and was associated for a time with Mr. John HARDY of Pietermaritzburg. He took up farming and storekeeping, at what is now known as "Fascadale," and resided there from 15 to 20 years. Mr. MITCHELL was held in high esteem by the farming community of the Union, and for three years was President of the Natal Agricultural Union. In 1913 he was President of the South African Agricultural Union, and at the Conference of that body at Durban in August last year the writer was able to notice how popular Mr. MITCHELL was with his brother farmers of the Union. He was a kindly man, of pleasing personality, and was a fluent and incisive speaker.
The news of his death will be received throughout South Africa with the greatest regret. Mr. S. WOOLLATT, of Mooi River, President of the Natal Agricultural Union, at present on a visit to Durban, was deeply sympathetic when informed of the death of Mr. C.H. MITCHELL. Mr. WOOLLATT had been associated with the deceased gentleman in connection with the affairs of the Natal Agricultural Union, and had found him ready at all times to do anything in his power to further the interests of South African agriculture. A tribute to the excellent qualities of Mr. MITCHELL was also paid by Mr. Duncan M. EADIE, whose position as Secretary to the Natal Agricultural Union brought him into close touch with the deceased. Mr. EADIE had known Mr. MITCHELL for many years, and he emphasised the fact that the farmers of South Africa had lost a true champion and one whose place it would be no easy matter to fill.
The funeral takes place to-morrow afternoon at Port Shepstone.
NATAL WITNESS WEEKLY EDITION SATURDAY, NOV 28, 1914
BIRTHS
EDMINSON. – November 24, at Merchiston, to Mr. and Mrs. S.R. EDMINSON, a daughter. 557
DEMPSEY. – On November 23, 1914, at the Sanatorium, Pietermaritzburg, to Mr. and Mrs. J.D. DEMPSEY, Durban, a son, both well. 595
HOOPER. – At Nurse JOHNSTONE's, Pine Street, Greytown, November 20, to Mr. and Mrs. O. HOOPER, Riet Vlei, a son; both well. 576
DEATHS
COMINS. – At the Retreat, Merrivale, on Friday, November 20, our beloved wife and mother, Dinah COMINS, aged 58 years. 547
ANTEL. – Killed in action at Tiger River fight, on the 18th inst., Jack A. ANTEL, Natal Light Horse, sixth son of the late Richard and Mary ANTEL, Richmond, aged 26 years. 3564
CONWAY. – At his residence, Scottsville, Maritzburg, on November 22, J.P. CONWAY, aged 59 years. R.I.P.
JARDINE. - At Pietermaritzburg College School, on 18th November, 1914, Frederick Willoughby, eldest son of Joseph and Edith Emily JARDINE, of Calderwood Hall, Elandskop, aged 17 years and 2 months. 3497
STONE. - At Blair Athol, Polela, on 11th inst., William Blackwood STONE, aged 66 years.
MONDAY, NOV 30, 1914
BIRTHS
PRICE. – At Richmond, on the 21st November, to Mr. and Mrs. H. PRICE, a daughter. 621
MARRIAGES
HYLAND – ANDERSON. – At Congregational Church, on the 26th November, Ernest David HYLAND, Quartermaster-Sergeant, 2nd Regiment, South African Mounted Rifleman, to Rachael (Girlie) ANDERSON, only daughter of the late Pieter ANDERSON and Mrs. ANDERSON, 50, Berg Street, Maritzburg. No cards. 617
DEATHS
CHALMERS-DUFF. – On 15th November, Harriette Elizabeth, dearly beloved wife of Jekyl CHALMERS-DUFF, retired Indian Service, and dearly loved mother of C. de V. DOFF, K.H. HYSLOP, and M.M. HELLET, at her residence, St. Kilda, Melbourne, aged 71. 625
TUESDAY, DEC 1, 1914
BIRTHS
FORDER. – On 24th October, to Mr. and Mrs. W.G. FORDER, of the Native Affairs Department, Rustenburg, a daughter. 3592
DEATHS
SMITHWICK. – At the residence of Mrs. A.F. Harber, Sarah Vaughan SMITHWICK, beloved wife of John SMITHWICK. 629
WITHYCOMBE. – At 49, Longmarket Street, on the 26th inst., William WITHYCOMBE, aged 57 years and 11 months. 633
WEDNESDAY, DEC 2, 1914
MARRIAGES
BRAIN – BAWDEN. – At the Wesleyan Church, Boshoff Street, Maritzburg, on 27th November, 1914, by the Rev. A.J. CLARKE, Charles Townsend Hook BRAIN to Bertha Elizabeth Smith BAWDEN (nee BOWEN). 648
IN MEMORIAM
WILLIAMS. – In loving memory of my dear mother, Rose Mary Mackay "Yorc" WILLIAMS, who died at Grey's Hospital, December 2, 1914. "Peace, Perfect Peace." (Inserted by her daughter Harriet.)
THURSDAY, DEC 3, 1914
BIRTHS
ANDERSON. – At Estcourt Nursery Home, on the 28th November, to Mr. and Mrs. H.E.K. ANDERSON, of "Kelk," Ladysmith, a son. 660
OBITUARY
REAR-ADMIRAL MAHAN
London, December 2.
The death is announced of Rear Admiral A.T. MAHAN, United States Navy. – Reuter's Special Service.
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Rear Admiral Alfred T. MAHAN is more generally known to the British public as Captain MAHAN, a prolific author on naval matters. He was an native of West Point, New York, and was 74 years of age. He was the son of a professor of military engineering at the Military Academy, West Point, and was himself educated at the Naval Academy. He was the recipient of degrees from Oxford, Cambridge, Harvard, Yale, M'Gill and Columbia universities. He received his appointment to the U.S. Navy in 1856, and served through the civil war. His duty subsequently took him to the South Atlantic, Pacific, Asiatic and European stations. In 1886 he was appointed President of the Naval War College. As commander of the "Chicage," with the European squadron in 1893 he formed a large circle of friends in Britain, and in 1899 he represented the States at the Peace Conference at the Hague. His most notable literary work was the "Influence of Sea Power upon History," a volume which was published in 1890, and remains unique. It is most unfortunate that the author has not been permitted the opportunity of adding a final chapter dealing with the existing situation. MAHAN's "Short History of the South African War" was another work which attracted widespread attention, and which showed the author to be possessed of a deeper discernment that the majority of the historians of 1900.
(NOTE: Should read "He was a native" and not "He was an native").
MRS. WM. COMINS
The news of the death of Mrs. Wm. COMINS, of Merrivale, though not unexpected, will come with a sense of keen regret to her many relatives and friends in Natal. The eldest daughter of the late Richard MATTISON, of New Park, near Maritzburg, and of Mrs. MATTISON, now of 226, Pine Street, Maritzburg, she comes of a family well known throughout this Province; and she leaves a husband, three daughters and two sons, with whom great sympathy is felt. In December, 1877, she was married to Mr. Wm. COMINS, then farming in the York district, from whence they moved, in 1886, to Bursea, in the uplands of Weenen County, where they spent the greater part of their married life. A year ago, when they retired to Merrivale, after a strenuous life at Bursea, and it seems hard that they were not permitted to enjoy longer together the fruits of their labours. Though of a retiring disposition, one had but to know Mrs. COMINS to love her as one who has had the privilege of being a near neighbour of her's for many years, the writer can testify to her many sterling qualities of character, and as a true friend and neighbour, one could ask for no better. A sad feature of the case is that the youngest son, Mr. Vernard COMINS, is at present in German South-West Africa, with the Natal Carbineers, and was therefore, unable to be with his mother at the last.
FRIDAY, DEC 4, 1914
BIRTHS
MATTHEWS. – On November 28, at Glencoe, to Mr. and Mrs. G.F. MATTHEWS, a son; all well. 674
MARRIAGES
PYNE – GRESHAM. – At Castle Howard, Impendhle, on November 27, 1914, Rupert Ireland PYNE to Mary GRESHAM.
WOODS – STANTON. – On 25th inst., at the Catholic Church, Kerk Street, by Rev. Father SCHANGE, Cecil Arthur WOODS, of Johannesburg, son of the late Edwin WOODS and Mrs. WOODS, Estcourt, Natal, to Ernestine Alida STANTON, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E.H. STANTON, of Booysens. 678
IN MEMORIAM
CARMICHAEL. – In ever loving memory of my dear father, David CARMICHAEL, who passed away at Newcastle, December 4, 1912.
I think of him in silence,
Though two years have passed away,
His memory is as dear to-day
As in the hour he passed away.
(Inserted by his son Alex). 688
OBITUARY
EARL OF STAIR
London, December 3.
The death has occurred of the Earl of Stair, who was Lord High Commissioner of the Church of Scotland in 1910. – Reuter's Special Service.
SATURDAY, DEC 5, 1914
DEATHS
BARRIE LOW. – At Observatory Road, Cape, on 4th inst., Margaret Archibald Telfer, wife of J. BARRIE LOW, and mother of Mrs. James Just NIVEN, Pietermaritzburg. 701
KUNZ. – At Somerville Hotel, Maritzburg, on December 2, Iris Doreen KUNZ, beloved only child of J. and D. KUNZ, of Glenside, Noodsberg, aged 3 years.
"Thy will be done."
ROSS. – On November 13, at this home, "Madeira," Vrede, O.F.S., Thomas Henry ROSS, third son of the late George ROSS, of Riversdale, Howick, aged 58. 689
OBITUARY
MISS IRIS KUNZ
It is with deep regret we announce the death of Iris Doreen KUNZ, only child of Jack and Dora KUNZ, of Glenside, Noodsberg, who died at Summerville Hotel, December 2nd. She was a bright and lovable child, and much sympathy has been expressed by numerous friends by wire and letters. Many lovely wreaths were sent, especially one of Iris' emblem of her name. Among the senders were:- Mother and Daddy, Mrs DEMPSEY, Mr and Mrs J.D. DEMPSEY, Boarders of Summerville Hotel, Mrs DICKENS, Mr and Mrs CJ DICKENS, Misses DICKENS, Mr and Mrs DUFF and REDVERS, Rev. PELLISSER, Mr and Mrs STARKEY, Mrs HOOPER, Mr and Mrs BEACHEY, Mrs BEWS and Winnie, Nurse WADSWORTH, and Johanna.
EARL OF ERNE
London, December 3.
The death occurred yesterday of the Earl of Erne. Deceased was member of the Ulster Unionist Council. – Reuter's Special Service.
NATAL WITNESS WEEKLY EDITION SATURDAY, DEC 5, 1914
BIRTHS
ANDERSON. – At Estcourt Nursery Home, on the 28th November, to Mr. and Mrs. H.E.K. ANDERSON, of "Kelk," Ladysmith, a son. 660
FORDER. – On 24th October, to Mr. and Mrs. W.G. FORDER, of the Native Affairs Department, Rustenburg, a daughter. 3592
PRICE. – At Richmond, on the 21st November, to Mr. and Mrs. H. PRICE, a daughter. 621
MATTHEWS. – On November 28, at Glencoe, to Mr. and Mrs. G.E. MATTHEWS, a son; all well. 674
MARRIAGES
BRAIN – BAWDEN. – At the Wesleyan Church, Boshoff Street, Maritzburg, on 27th November, 1914, by the Rev. A.J. CLARKE, Charles Townsend Hook BRAIN to Bertha Elizabeth Smith BAWDEN (nee BOWEN). 648
HYLAND – ANDERSON. – At Congregational Church, on the 26th November, Ernest David HYLAND, Quartermaster-Sergeant, 2nd Regiment, South African Mounted Riflemen, to Rachael (Girlie) ANDERSON, only daughter of the late Pieter ANDERSON and Mrs. ANDERSON, 50, Berg Street, Maritzburg. No cards. 617
PYNE – GRESHAM. – At Castle Howard, Impendhle, on November 27, 1914, Rupert Ireland PYNE to Mary GRESHAM. 672
WOODS – STANTON. – On 25th inst., at the Catholic Church, Kerk Street, by Rev. Father SCHANGE, Cecil Arthur WOODS, of Johannesburg, son of the late Edwin WOODS and Mrs. WOODS, Estcourt, Natal, to Ernestine Alida STANTON, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E.H. STANTON, of Booysens. 678
DEATHS
CHALMERS–DUFF. – On 15th November, Harriette Elizabeth, dearly beloved wife of Jekyl CHALMERS-DUFF, retired Indian Service, and dearly loved mother of C. DE V. DOFF, K.H. HYSLOP, and M.M. HELLETT, at her residence, St. Kilda, Melbourne, aged 71. 625
SMITHWICK. – At the residence of Mrs. A.F. HARBER, Sarah Vaughan SMITHWICK, beloved wife of John SMITHWICK. 629
WITHYCOMBE. – At 49, Longmarket Street, on the 26th inst., William WITHYCOMBE, aged 57 years and 11 months. 633
IN MEMORIAM
CARMICHAEL. – In ever loving memory of my dear father, David CARMICHAEL, who passed away at Newcastle, December 4, 1912.
I think of him in silence,
Though two years have passed away,
His memory is as dear to-day
As in the hour he passed away.
(Inserted by his son Alex.) 688
WILLIAMS. – In loving memory of my dear mother, Rose Mary Mackay "Yorc" WILLIAMS, who died at Grey's Hospital, December 2, 1914. "Peace, Perfect Peace." (Inserted by her daughter Harriet.)
TUESDAY, DEC 8, 1914
MARRIAGES
KENNEDY – FARQUHAR. – At St. Mary R.C. Church, by Rev. Father SERRIERE, O.M.I., Maritzburg, on the 3rd inst., Bradshaw R.P. KENNEDY, of Sneezewood, to Margaret Shand FARQUHAR. 3693
DEATHS
RICHOLD. – At Milford, England, November 10, Mrs. S. RICHOLD, aged 83, daughter of the late Colonel BRADBURY, and the beloved mother of Mr. H.E. RICHOLD, Moseley Buildings. 3686
WEDNESDAY, DEC 9, 1914
BIRTHS
FRANKLIN. – At the Sanatorium, Maritzburg, on 1st December, 1914, the wife of J. Knox FRANKLIN, East Griqualand, of a daughter. 750
ISAACS. - On the 7th inst., at 123, Church Street, the wife of I. ISAACS, of a son; both well. 3714
DEATHS
FORDER. – At Pretoria, on the 2nd inst., from enteric fever, Helen Violet Liddle, beloved wife of W.G. FORDER, Native Affairs Department, Rustenburg, Transvaal. 749
THURSDAY, DEC 10, 1914
BIRTHS
FRANKLIN. – At the Sanatorium, Maritzburg, on 1st December, 1914, the wife of J. Knox FRANKLIN, East Griqualand, of a daughter. 750
ISAACS. - On the 7th inst., at 123, Church Street, the wife of I. ISAACS, of a son; both well. 3714
DEATHS
FORDER. – Died at Pretoria, of enteric, on December 2, the wife of W.G. FORDER, of the Native Affairs Department, Rustenburg. Durban papers please copy. 766
FRIDAY, DEC 11, 1914
BIRTHS
BELL. – At 283, Retief Street, on 8th inst., the wife of W. BELL, of a son. Both well. 779
SATURDAY, DEC 12, 1914
BIRTHS
HARCOURT-BALDWIN. – On the 8th inst., at the Hospital, Newcastle, to Mr. and Mrs. Ivo HARCOURT-BALDWIN, of Harcourt, Umfolozi, Zululand, a daughter. 793
MARRIAGES
EDMONDS – THRING. – On 9th inst., at St. John's Church, Ixopo, by Canon R.B. DAVIES, assisted by the Rev. Henry BRITTEN, William Henry Herbert EDMONDS, of Hilton Road, second son of the late William EDMONDS and Mrs. EDMONDS, Hilton Road, Natal, to Winifred Ann THRING, only daughter of the late Fred L. THRING and Mrs. THRING, of "Etterby," Ixopo, Natal.
NATAL WITNESS WEEKLY EDITION SATURDAY, DEC 12, 1914
BIRTHS
BELL. – At 283, Retief Street, on 8th inst., the wife of W. BELL, of a son. Both well. 779
FRANKLIN. – At the Sanatorium, Maritzburg, on 1st December, 1914, the wife of J. Knox FRANKLIN, East Griqualand, of a daughter. 750
ISAACS. - On the 7th inst., at 123, Church Street, the wife of I. ISAACS, of a son; both well. 3714
MARRIAGES
KENNEDY – FARQUHAR. – At St. Mary R.C. Church, by Rev. Father SERRIERE, O.M.I., Maritzburg, on the 3rd inst., Bradshaw R.P. KENNEDY, of Sneezewood, to Margaret Shand FARQUHAR. 3693
DEATHS
FORDER. – Died at Pretoria, of enteric, on December 2, the wife of W.G. FORDER, of the Native Affairs Department, Rustenburg. Durban papers please copy. 766
FORDER. – At Pretoria, on the 2nd inst., from enteric fever, Helen Violet Liddle, beloved wife of W.G. FORDER, Native Affairs Department, Rustenburg, Transvaal. 749
RICHOLD. – At Milford, England, November 10, Mrs. S. RICHOLD, aged 83, daughter of the late Colonel BRADBURY, and the beloved mother of Mr. H.E. RICHOLD, Moseley Buildings.
MONDAY, DEC 14, 1914
BIRTHS
ROBBINS. – At Medfield, Maritzburg, on December 11th, to Mr. and Mrs. C.D. ROBBINS, a son. 3780
MARRIAGES
THOMPSON – McCONVILLE. – The marriage of Miss Louisa J. McCONVILLE, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W.P. LAMBERT, of Avoca, and Mr. Henry THOMPSON, of North Shields, England, was solemnised by the Rev. H.J. BATTS at the Baptist Church, West Street, Durban, on Monday December 7th, 1914. 377
DEATHS
CHAPMAN. – At 9, Clyde Avenue, Durban, on 9th December, 1914, John Lacy CHAPMAN, aged 82 years. 3774
TUESDAY, DEC 15, 1914
BIRTHS
SWAN. – At the Sanatorium, Maritzburg, on 12th inst., to Mr. and Mrs. H.D. SWAN, "Clifton," Estcourt, a daughter. Both well. 814
GLENN. – At Havelock Road Nursing Home, on 12th December, to Mr. and Mrs. Geo. GLENN, a daughter. 815
WEDNESDAY, DEC 16, 1914
BIRTHS
HILL. – On the 10th inst., at Ladysmith, the wife of F.M. HILL, M.R.C.V.S., a son. 828
SWAN. – At the Sanatorium, Maritzburg, on 12th inst., to Mr. and Mrs. H.D. SWAN, "Clifton," Estcourt, a daughter. Both well. 814
UPFOLD. – At 46, Pietermaritz Street, on the 2nd inst., to Mr. and Mrs. John Henry UPFOLD, of Bulwer, a daughter. 831
DEATHS
TREDOUX. – Johann Frederick, who died at his residence, 43, Henrietta Street, on 7th December. 830
FRIDAY, DEC 18, 1914
DEATHS
RANDLES. – At 280, Bulwer Street, Maritzburg, the wife of Robt. RANDLES, of a son. 3818
RICHOLD. – At Milford, England, November 10, Mrs. S. RICHOLD, aged 83, daughter of the late Colonel BRADBURY, and the beloved mother of Mr. H.E. RICHOLD, Moseley Buildings.
TAYLOR. – At the Sanatorium, Maritzburg, on the 15th inst., Arthur Ernest TAYLOR.
OBITUARY
SIR JOHN BARKER
London, December 17.
The death is announced of Sir John BARKER. – Reuter's Special Service.
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The late Sir John BARKER, 1st Baronet, was born in 1840, and was the son of the late Mr. Joseph BARKER, of Noose, Maidstone. He was an Alderman of the First London County Council, and was the founder and chairman of John Barker and Co, Ltd., Kensington. He contested Maidstone in 1888, and again in 1898, and was created M.P. in 1900. From 1906 – 1910 he was M.P. for Penrhyn and Falmouth. He was a member of the Royal Agricultural Society of England, and of several other sporting bodies.
MR. R.G. FRICKER
From Our Own Correspondent.
Johannesburg, December 17.
A private cable has been received announcing the death of Mr. R.G. FRICKER, for many years associated with the Johannesburg office of the Consolidated Goldfields as Joint General Manager.
SATURDAY, DEC 19, 1914
BIRTHS
FIELD. – On the 18th inst., to Mr. and Mrs. Herbert S. FIELD, of Maritzburg, a daughter (premature). 893
RANDLES. – At 280, Bulwer Street, Maritzburg, the wife of Robt. RANDLES, of a son. 3818
MARRIAGES
ACUTT – SERVANT. – On the 7th inst., at St. Saviour's Cathedral, Pietermaritzburg, by the Very Reverend Dean BARKER, D.D., Archie Victor, son of the late Henry ACUTT, of Pietermaritzburg, and of Mrs. ACUTT, of Dundee, Natal, to Eleanor, daughter of John E. SERVANT, of 59, Braid Street, Pietermaritzburg. 883
DEATHS
BYRES. – At 338, Greyling Street, Pietermaritzburg, on the 18th inst., Annie Jean, dearly beloved infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R. BYRES. 891
NATAL WITNESS WEEKLY EDITION SATURDAY, DEC 19, 1914
BIRTHS
RANDLES. – At 280, Bulwer Street, Maritzburg, the wife of Robt. RANDLES, of a son. 3818
ROBBINS. – At Medfield, Maritzburg, on December 11th, to Mr. and Mrs. C.D. ROBBINS, a son. 3780
GLENN. – At Havelock Road Nursing Home, on 12th December, to Mr. and Mrs. Geo. GLENN, a daughter. 815
HILL. – On the 10th inst., at Ladysmith, the wife of F.M. HILL, M.R.C.V.S., a son. 828
SWAN. – At the Sanatorium, Maritzburg, on 12th inst., to Mr. and Mrs. H.D. SWAN, "Clifton," Estcourt, a daughter. Both well. 814
UPFOLD. – At 46, Pietermaritz Street, on the 2nd inst., to Mr. and Mrs. John Henry UPFOLD, of Bulwer, a daughter. 831
MARRIAGES
THOMPSON – McCONVILLE. – The marriage of Miss Louisa J. McCONVILLE, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs W.P. LAMBERT, of Avoca, and Mr. Henry THOMPSON, of North Shields, England, was solemnised by the Rev. H.J. BATTS at the Baptist Church, West Street, Durban, on Monday, December 7th, 1914. 377
DEATHS
RICHOLD. - At Milford, England, November 10, Mrs. S. RICHOLD, aged 83, daughter of the late Colonel BRADBURY, and the beloved mother of Mr. H.E. RICHOLD, Moseley Buildings.
TAYLOR. – At the Sanatorium, Maritzburg, on the 15th inst., Arthur Ernest TAYLOR. 858
CHAPMAN. – At 9, Clyde Avenue, Durban, on 9th December, 1914, John Lucy CHAPMAN, aged 82 years. 3774
TREDOUX. - Johann Frederick, who died at his residence, 43, Henrietta Street, on 7th December. 830
MONDAY, DEC 21, 1914
BIRTHS
WOODLEY. – At Mooi River, on the 17th inst., to Mr. and Mrs. E.L. WOODLEY, a daughter. Both well. 911
IN MEMORIAM
HAINES. – In loving memory of John Henry HAINES, dearly beloved son of E. ADDICOTT, who departed this life 21st December, 1903.
Calmly thou are sleeping
Far from this world of strife. 900
WEDNESDAY, DEC 23 1914
MARRIAGES
STEPHENS – DICKETTS. – At Ladysmith, on the 17th inst., by special licence, F.W. STEPHENS (Regimental Sergeant-Major, 3rd S.A.M.R)., to Constance DICKETTS, of Maritzburg.
OBITUARY
LADY GREENACRE
From Our Own Correspondent
Durban, December 22.
The death occurred this morning at Durban of Lady GREENACRE, relict of the late Sir Benjamin GREENACRE. The deceased lady was 77 years of age, and leaves two daughters and three sons.
The funeral takes place at the Wesleyan cemetery to-morrow afternoon.
MR. A.O. JONES
London, December 22.
The death has occurred of the famous cricketer, A.O. JONES, for many years captain of the Notts County team. – Reuter's Special Service.
THURSDAY, DEC 24, 1914
BIRTHS
JOYNER. – At the Sanatorium, Maritzburg, on December 21, to Mr. and Mrs. Gordon JOYNER, of Banchory, Griqualand East, a son. 943
DEATHS
CAIRNS. – At the Memorial Hospital, Bulawayo, on the 21st December, 1914, after a long and painful illness, Thomas (Tommy) CAIRNS, beloved son of the late James CAIRNS and Mrs. CAIRNS, Lyle Street, Ladysmith, aged 30 years 7 months. Deeply regretted. 935
MONDAY, DEC 28, 1914
MARRIAGES
HOOPER – CATCHPOLE. – December 2nd, at St. Michael's, Boston, Walter HOOPER, fifth son of Mr. Richard HOOPER, Greytown, to Amy Hilda CATCHPOLE, youngest daughter of Mr. T.D. CATCHPOLE, Impendhle. 959
LEAROYD – DE CARREY. – On December 22nd, 1914, at All Saints, Ladysmith, by the Rev. Charles MILLS, Frederick Letherland LEAROYD, to Norah Kate Vivian, youngest daughter of the late Holland Vandeleur DE CARRY, of "Quagga's Kirk," Biggarsberg. 961
IN MEMORIAM
CLAUDE. – In dear and loving memory of Annie Geraldine CLAUDE (nee BROADBENT), who died December 27th, 1913, aged 24 years.
Gone, and the light gone with her,
And left us in shadow here.
KELLY. – In loving memory of Hellener Lewis KELLY, who died at Estcourt on the 27th December, 1911.
God called her hence, it was His will,
But in our hearts she liveth still;
Her memory is as dear to-day,
As in the hour she passed away.
TUESDAY, DEC 29, 1914
IN MEMORIAM
THOMPSON. – In loving memory of Alfred Broughton THOMPSON, dearly loved husband of Agnes THOMPSON, who departed this life at Ladysmith, 29th December, 1913.
"He is gone, but not forgotten,
And there dawns another year;
In the lonely hours of thinking,
Thoughts of him are ever near."
WEDNESDAY, DEC 30, 1914
MARRIAGES
BARNES – GREENLEES. – On the 17th December, 1914, at St. Saviour's Cathedral, Maritzburg, Francis Gerald BARNES to Amy Beatrice GREENLEES, both of Maritzburg. 983
DEATHS
BOSOMWORTH. – On December 25th (Christmas Day), at 275, Burger Street, Richard BOSOMWORTH. Aged 80.
"Peace, Perfect Peace." 986
THURSDAY, DEC 31, 1914
BIRTHS
MOUNTFORT. – On the 24th inst., at the Sanatorium, Pietermaritzburg, to Mr. and Mrs. W.H. MOUNTFORT, Scottsville, a daughter. 990
WILLIAMS. – At Dundee, on 22nd inst., to Mr. and Mrs. Glen WILLIAMS, a son. 3979
MARRIAGES
BARNES – GREENLEES. – On the 17th December, 1914, at St. Saviour's Cathedral, Maritzburg, Francis Gerald BARNES to Amy Beatrice GREENLEES, both of Maritzburg. 983
HOOPER – CATCHPOLE. – December 2nd, at St. Michael's, Boston, Walter HOOPER, fifth son of Mr. Richard HOOPER, Greytown, to Amy Hilda CATCHPOLE, youngest daughter of Mr. T.D. CATCHPOLE, Impendhle. 959
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