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Newspaper
Millbrook Reporter
Location
Millbrook, Ontario, Canada
Date
Sep 07, 1893
Page
5
Friday layout urges consulting if eyes feel strain on September 8th and 9th. A. T. Elliest’s Drug Store hosts the event to help those dissatisfied with previous glasses. Jury promises difficult cases are his specialty and invites patients seeking better vision.
A digest of social moves and town news includes visits by Mrs. Fee and Miss Bertha Stinson, upcoming council meeting, notable residents in town, and regional happenings. Highlights cover sports, church events, a harvest service, a duck hunting season start, and several travel by residents to Toronto, Niagara, and beyond.
Mrs Alexander Lang, longtime Brandon resident since 1882 and a devoted St Matthews Church member, died Sunday August 27 in Brandon Man at age 56. Wife of Alexander Lang, she left a bereaved husband and four grown children. The obituary notes her charitable work and role in South Monaghan township history.
Miss M J Johnston aged 55 died Tuesday at the family residence King Street Millbrook after a prolonged illness from a complication of diseases. Born in Ireland she settled in Millbrook early in life and was well regarded by all. A brother and two sisters survive. The funeral Thursday afternoon was largely attended.
Harry W. Boyd dies after blood poisoning led to lockjaw following a yard accident when he jumped on a chicken bone. The boy, son of ex councillor John Boyd of Cavan township, was 14, a bright student. Funeral held at home and burial at St John’s cemetery. family mourning shared by friends and neighbors.
Archibald Armstrong of Millbrook, aged about 90, dies after years confined to his room. Born November 11, 1803 in Ashfield County Cavan Ireland, he lived 77 years in Ontario and ran a Millbrook business. A steadfast Church of England member, he died with faith in the Resurrection. funeral at King Street residence and burial in St Paul’s churchyard, Cavan.
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