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- * Gertrude Burns Nelles married Frederick O Johnson & brother Smith Burns Nelles married Julia Ann Johnston.ii
TWEEDSMUIR HISTORY, as recorded by Greennock Women's Institute:
. 1889 Greennock School, Group School photo, tall cedar trees in the background:
Front row. Charlie & Robert Johnston; 3rd row: Ida & Fred Johnston; Back row Julia Johnston. Girls are wearing white pinafores, boys dark jackets, button right up.
. 1922 Dec 5 - Members of Greennock Farmers Club: Basil; Fred O. & Richard Johnston.
. 1902 Siloam Sunday School Group Studio Photo, 2nd Row Fred Johnston, Jacket & vest with gold chain, white shirt & colored time, long narrow face, dark short hair.
Women's Siloam Sunday School Group 2nd row Margaret [sailor suit] & Ida Johnson [black dress with a belt, large strip neckerchief / collar & a open Bible on her lap.
Ref: Wellington Co. Archives & Museum.
. 1908 Sep 16 - Married - Johnston -Nelles, In Nassagaweya at the residence of the bride's mother on Wednesday, Sept 16, by Rev D H Taylor, Frederick Orwell Johnston son of Robert Johnston, Erin to Gertrude Burns, youngest daughter of Mrs Wm. Nelles, Nassagaweya.
Published, 24 Sep 1908, page 2, column 1.
. 1908 Sep 24, The Johnston-Nelles Nuptials
The home of Mrs. Wm Nelles, Nassagaweya, was the seen of a very pretty wedding, on Wed. Sep 16, when her daughter, Gertrude Burns, became the bride of Mr. Frederick Orwell Johnston, fourth son of Mr. Robt Johnston, Erin. Promptly at 2:30 p.m. sounded the strains of the Lohengrin Wedding March, played by Mrs. Wm. Nelles, Jr., of Guelph, the wedding part took their place on the front verandah, under an artistically decorated arch, where Rev D H Taylor of Rockwood, pastor of the contracting parties, pronounced over them those magic words which blend for life 2 hearts together. The bride was becomingly attired in an exquisite gown of white Panama silk, trimmed with satin & allover lace, & carried a shower bouquet of lilies of the valley & also wore a spray of the same in her hair.
Miss Ida Johnston, sister of the groom, acted as bridesmaid & was neatly gowned in white organdy, carrying a bouquet of pink roses. Little Jessie ? Graham, niece of the bride, tastily attired in white silk & carrying a basket & wreath of white, pink & blue asters made a charming little flower girl. Mr. Robt. Nelles, brother of the bride, was groomsman. The ceremony being over & the usual congratulations extended, the guests, to the number 150, retired to the rear lawn where a sumptuous repast awaited them. Luncheon over a social evening was spent in pleasant intercourse, music, songs & addresses.The young couple were the recipients of many valuable & useful presents. On the following morning Mr & Mrs Johnston left for a trip to Hamilton & other points. Mrs. Johnston travelled in a suit of brown lady's cloth, hat to match & point d'esprit over white ilk waist. On their return they will take up their residence on "Sunnyside Farm", Erin, where they will be followed by the warm congratulations & best wishes of their many friends.
Ref: Acton Free Press, page 3, column 2.
. TWEEDSMUIR HISTORY, as recorded by Greenrock Women's Institute:
Lot 5, Con 2 East, Erin Township:
On Sept 6, 1854 Paul McCain took this property from the Crown. On December 10, 1915 Fred Johnston & his wife Gertrude bought this parcel of land right across the road from them for $3400. In 1943 Fred Johnston sold to his son William & his wife Margaret. In 1948 it was sold to Wm. Hill & Wm. & Margaret Johnston & family moved up to Lot 7, Con 3W.
. 1917 Feb 14 -1922 Dec 5. Greenock Farmers Club Minutes
An organization meeting was held in the school house Feb 14, 1917. Directors F. Johnson, Club to be composed of 20 members, Membership fee of .50¢.
Ref: Wellington Co. Museum & Archives.
XRef: See daughter Florence Johnson recollections of the Beef Ring run by her father, Fred Johnston.
Ontario Land Registry Abstract Wellington Co., Book 152
Lot 1 Con 2, Twp. of Erin
. 1890 Mar 11, Probate Will, John Gamble, Edwin F, Wm G Gable.
. 1891 Feb 23, B&S, Geo H Kenned & Robt Johnston, Executors of John Gamble, dec. EHalf, 100A.
1904 Mar 1, B&S, Wm G Gamble & Wife, to Robert E & Fred O Johnston, & Smith B Nellis, Half 100A.
. 1910 Oct 3, B&S, Robt. E Johnston & Wife, to Smith B Nellis, $1800, EHalf 100A.
. 1911 Oct 16 Smith B Nelles & wife & FOJ & Wife, to Angus McDonald, $2200, EHalf 100A.
. 1917 Jun 1, Bargain&Sale, Frederick O Johnston & Wife, to John R Watson, $2300, EHalf 100A.
Lot 2, Con 2, Erin Twp, p.26
. 1921 Apr 28, Thrus. The Bell Telephone Co. is engaged in installing new telephone services for the following additional subscribers for the Acton exchange, Fred Johnson, Hugh Johnson, R A & Arthur Swackhammer.
Ref: Acton Free Press.
. 1934 Jan 4, Caledon Village Elected Trustees, Elected Are JOHNSON.
. 1937 Nov 25, Cornor's Inquest, hell an inquest into death of Wm. Winston Woyace of Caledon on Tues., when the jury brought in the following verdict. WW Woyce came to his death from shock & internal hemorrhages sustained in an impact of car drives north on Hy 10, Oct 30th at the foot of Slago Hill when Woyce can was struck by a truck. The truck left the scene of the accident & was traced by Toronto Police. Jury Fred Johnston.
* 1951 Jul 12, Johnston Reunite At Sunnside Farm
Members & descendants of the late Mr Mrs Robt Johnston met at the home of Mr Mrs Fred Johnston, Acton, Sunnyside Farm, second line Erin Twp., on July 2. The day was fine & many joined in the baseball games & horseshoe pitching. For the children rides. Results of the race were:
Girls under 5 years - Dorothy Johnston, Jean Nelles, boys under 5 years,Kent Graham, Gordon Allan.
Boys 7-8 years - Clark Winters, Harvey Burt: Girls 8,9, 10, Margaret Winters, Joyce Johnston.
Young raiders' race, Doris Allan, Helen Allan.
Married ladies race - Mrs Elwood Johnston, Mrs Edgar Johnston.
Kicking the school, Ladies - Mrs Wm. Johnson, Mrs Elmer Johnston; children Elvnia Winters, Carylyn Near.
Three-legged race - Doris Allan, Elvina Winters; boys 3 legged race, clark Winters & Lawrence Johnston.
Peanut race - Margaret & Mabel Johnston.
Dropping clothes pins - Mrs Gordon Johnston; time race, ladies Mrs R L Johnston; men's R L Johnston.
At 5 o'clock 85 were seated at beautifully decorated tables ladened with good things to eat, in the the driving house. This made a very handy & comfortable setting. For desert there was ample ice-cream & strawberries. Recognition was made of a substantial sum of money received from Mrs Margaret Johnston Bridges, who was unable to attend.
A short program followed the supper hour, with Reeve D D Grey acting as a capable chairman. Grace was spoken by James H Reed, action & an address of welcome given by Fred Johnston. Reading by Alfreda Winters, a recitation by Muriel Allan & reading by Mrs Edgar Johnston fellowed.
Lawrence Johnston & Clark Winters preformed a humorous sound directed by Mrs Elwood Johnston Historical events given by James H Reed were appreciated.On behalf of the gathering assembled thanks to the host & hosts, Mr Mrs Fred Johnston were expressed by Elwood Johnston. Attending this happy family gathering from cottages of a distance of 125 mils were Mrs Mrs Robt. Near & Carylyn & Mr Mrs Elmer Johnston & Roy. The singing of God be With You Till We Meet Again brought the program to a close.
Pictures were taken before departing o the Johnston family, including the 4 generations of the Reed family Mr Mrs James H Reed & Mr Mrs Wm. Gamble were married 58 years ago.
A collection received will buy a suitable gift for Franky McPherson who is ill in Vancouver. Dishes were gathered in readiness for home after a very enjoyable afternoon together.
Ref: Acton Free Press newspaper, published 1951.7.28.
. 1951 Jul 28, Sat. [Extracted]. 13 Leslie Reunion at Stanley Park, Erin. Attendance 145. After dinner Wilfred Leslie conducted a brief business meeting. Minutes of last reunion, Mrs P A Dic. A moments silence for Geo. Leslie of Guelph. a new family tree book.Next reunion at Woodstock in 2 years. The old lady Mrs C Shook 85, of Toronto. … Mr Mrs Richard Johnson, Mr Mrs Orwell Johnston, Mr Mrs Fred Johnston, Miss Miles Johnston, Mrs. Basil Johnston of Acton. Ref: Acton Free Press newspaper.
. 1953 - Died Johnston - suddenly at his residence, RR 3, Acton, on Thursday January 1, 1953. Johnston, Fred. Orwell, in his 71st year. Rested at the Victor B Rumley funeral home, Acton, until Monday, where funeral service was held. Interment Fairview Cemetery, Acton.
. 1953 Jan 1 - F.O. JOHNSTON DIES ON NEW YEAR'S DAY:
A life-long resident of Erin Twp., Fredrick Orwell Johnston of RR 3 Acton died suddenly on New Year's Day 1953, Mr. Johnston who was a farmer, was born in 1882 Erin Twp., son of the late Robert Johnston & Lydia Leslie. In Sept 1908 he was married in Nassagaweya, his wife survives him.
He attended Acton United church & Rev E A Currey conducted the funeral service on Jan 5. Acting as pallbearers were 6 nephews: Orwell Johnston, Elmer Johnston, Lloyd Johnston, Elwood Johnston, Clarence Gamble & Cecil Nellis. Other nephews of the deceased, acting flower bearers were Roy Johnston, Edgar Johnston, Robert Near, Gordon Johnston, Marsell Nellis Henry Neillis & Alert Gamble.
Interment was in Fairview cemetery.
Surviving as well as his wife are 4 children: Mrs. Alfred Winter (Eva), Oustie: Mrs Chester Allen (Florence); William & Mrs Lloyd Burt (Eileen) all of Erin twp.
Two brothers: Richard of Acton & Robert of Rockwood;
& 5 sisters: Melissa, Acton; Mrs James Reid (Lydia), Acton; Mrs. W Gable (Mary), Acton, Mrs E Near (Ida), Toronto & Mrs A Bridges (Margaret) of Victoria, BC, also remain. He had 14 grandchildren.
Floral tributes showing the esteem in which the deceased was held were received from the following: Wife & family; grandchildren; Mr & Mrs. James Reid, Melissa Johnson, Mr & Mrs W Gamble & family; Mr & Mrs Richard Johnston & family, Mr. & Mrs. Rob. Johnston & family; Mr. & Mrs E H Near & family; Mrs. Basil Johnston & family;
a telegram of sympathy from sister Mrs A Bridges, Victoria BC; Mr & Mrs Cecil Nellis & family; Mr & Mrs Robt. Williamson; Graham family, Mr & Mrs Merlin Roberts & Henry Nellis; Mrs. Wm Nellis & family; Mrs Tom Nellis & family; Mr & Mrs Leader & family Mr & Mrs R Watson & Miss Ida Nellis; Mr & Mrs L Burt & family; Mr. Geo. Holloway; Mr & Mrs W Hill & family; Mrs. Jennie McKeown & family. Women's Association United church; Greenrock Women's Institute; the Neighbors; neighbors of Mrs. Lloyd Burt; Mr & Mrs. Edgar Smith & Mr R S Near.
Ref: Acton Free Press, 12 Mar 1953, page 5, column 2.
. Cards of Thanks: We wish to thank all our friends, neighbors, pallbearers & those who provided cars for their many acts of kindness, expressions of sympathy & condolence & for their beautiful flora offerings at the sudden loss of our dearly beloved husband & father, Mrs. Fred Johnston & family.
Acton Free Press, 8 Jan 1953, page 8, column 5.
. Robert Johnston, b May 1883, Age 28
. Gertrude Burns, Mar 1884, Age 27, Ontario
. Elva Elizabeth, Dau., Dec 1909, Age 1, Ontario
. Florence Martha Johnston, Dau., Mar 1909, Age 3/12 months, Ontario.
. 1976 Jan 21 - Mortgage burned at Trinity United church, is now debt free, following the formal official burning of the mortgage. ...long time clerk of session Orwell Johnston. Mr. Johnston reviewed highlights of the church history, including the fact the old church was condemned in 1959. Methodism came to Acton in 1828. Men of the church who worked on the building project in 1960 were Orwell Johnston, Mansell Nellis, Kenneth All.
* Group photo with Orwell Johnston.
. What caught my attention was not the freshly cut grass but the lack of a driveway & boarded up windows. I decided to pull over & approach the house directly across from the location to speak with the owners & let them know my intentions & ended up getting a good chunk of history on the abandoned homestead. Despite owning the land around the house & being the caretakers for the ground the couple across the street do not own the abandoned house. The abandoned house originally belonged to a Orwell Johnson/Johnston from the early 1900's to the late 1990's. Orwell remembered the road initially being nothing more than a cattle & wagon trail in his early childhood, with the surrounding lands being used for crops. After Orwell's death the family sold the home to the current owner who decided to lease the location as development was out of the question with the house on the greenbelt. After a couple lousy tenants the house was leased. The owner decided to board up the place out of pure frustration & it now sits empty & boarded up.
Ref: Ontario Abandon Places, 2014. - - - [1, 2, 3]
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1880 - 1953 (72 years)