Notes:

. War of 1812
Muster roll & pay list of a Detachment under command of Maj. Rich. Hatt:
Charles Teetzel, 25 Apr - June 2, 18183 inclusive, 39 days
Note of interest1: relatives & future relatives are serving together in this unit, Lewis Felker, various Green men, Adam Mingle, (on Command) & Nathaniel Rosezel. - PJA 2010.

. Charles signed his legal documents with an "X"..
Lot 30 Con. 1, South of Dundas Street, Palermo in Trafalgar Twp., Halton, County.

. UCLPetition 12, To Lt. Gov. Maitland, Petition of Charles Teetzel & John Teetzel, both of Twp. Trafalgar, Gore District. That your petitioners have lived in this Province for the last 20 years in Trafalgar [1799].
Charles Teetzel has a family of a wife 4 children. - during the late war he was employed for 2 & half years carrying his Magestys dispatches between Burlington & York, as by the acc. gen. order of Gen. Drummond. Therefore you petitions pray to grant them a portion of Crown waste land.
Signed, Trafalgar, March 8, 1818. Charles Teetze, John Teetzel.
Ref: UCLP T Bundle 12, Petition 12, Film C2834.

. 1816 Census, Trafalgar Twp., Halton Co.:
Chas Teetzel, 90 acres. [Log Cabin.] 65 uncultivated & 25 cultivated acres.
Note2: Simons & Teetzel are in-laws. Log cabins were not taxed so not listed.

. 1824 Census, Trafalagar Twp., Halton co.
Chas Teetzel, Lot 30, Con 1 SDS, 40 uncultivated & 50 cultivated acres.

. 1818 Chas. F. Teetzel gave NE corner of his farm for a Methodist church, school & cemetery.

. 1833 - UCLPetition 18, To Sir Peregrine Maitland, Lt. Gov. of UC, Petition of Charles Teetzel, Lawrence Hagar, Jacob Shouk, all Twp. Trafalgar & Jacob Markle, Twp. Toronto. We have been in this Province upwards of 20 years. During the late American war, the Petitioners served as militia men in 2nd Gore Reg. & done duty on the lines for 2 years & 6 months. Capt. Hepburn of their Regt. appointed to convey dispatches with zeal & fidelity for about 2 years & half, much to the satisfaction of their officers. That Petitioners having devoted so much of their time to the serviced of their King & County, were in consequence during that period, unable to provide for themselves & families. Charles Tetzeel having a wife & 5 children: L Hager, wife & 6 children, J Markle, wife & & 3 children. They therefore, pray for a grant of Land.
Signed, 1821 Oct 8, 1821, Trafalgar.
. UCLBoard Petition T18, 1821 Nov 14. Charles Teetzel, Lawrence Hagar, Jacob Shouk, prying for a grant of land for their Service in the Militia & also Jacob marble. These men cannot be granted without the Adjutant General Certificate. Markle to produce the Adjutant General Certificate before he can be recommended.

. 1833 Jan 11, 3rd Session, 11th Parliament of William IV: Agreeably to the order of the day, the Petitions of T B Walkefied & 311 others …& Charles F Teetzel & 22 others, Elders & Brethren of the "Christian" church in this Province, praying for the authority to hold by Deed their Meeting Houses & Grave Yards, to purchase & hold farms & to be enabled to receive & convey for the use of their Society any Lands or Tenements devised to them by Will.

. 1838 March, Upper Canada Sundries, Index C9824, Image xxx & Page 105939-40, p723, C6898.
Petition of Eli Irwin, Twp. Whitchurch, for Pardon. Petitioner is a married man having a wife & child. He was unfortunately taken a part in the recent troubles, used by desperate & unprincipled persons by shoe he was unhappily seduced from allegiances. Signed, Eli Irwin, March 1830, Jail of the Home District (Toronto).
Petition of Inhabitants of West Flamborough to Sir Geo Arthur on behalf of prisoners under sentence of high treason. Hundreds of signatures, including Richard Johnston [Sr.], Joseph Simons, Lorenzo & Mathias Teetzel, Charles Jr. & Sr., Teetzel. Read in Council 20 May 1838 & pardoned upon giving into Bail for good for 3 years.

. Ontario Land Registry Abstract Book, Plan 9, Block 1, pg 476
Lot 3, Con 2NST, Halton Co.
. 1852 Jul 12, Mortgage, Charles Teetzel & wife, to MT & wife, to John White, Lot 13, Con 2NST. Six B&S B?
. 1855 Jan 29, B&S, Chas F Teetzel & wife, to Mathias Teetzel, L3, C2 NST.

Lot 30, Con 1SDS, Trafalgar, Trafalgar Book 24, pg 189-90.
. 1828 Apr 3, B&S, Chas. Teetzel, James Hopper & others,£2.10sh., 1/2 Lot & 20, HWSale? Burying ground. Quarter
. 1844 Jun 3, B&S, Charles Teetzel & Wife, to Janet Keill, widow, 1/4 A.Pt Lot 30.

. Palermo Cemetery on Dundas Concession 1 SDS, Lot 30:
He sold the NE corner of his farm to be used for a cemetery & churchyard in 1818 to serve the community. He received £2 10 shillings as payment. The agreement said the land was "forever for the proper use of a place to bury the dead for them & as many of the inhabitants of Trafalgar Township lying between 12 & 16 mile Creeks as many think proper to join them & also for a meeting house & a School House should the same at any time be required." The cemetery plots were to be16 feet square & one of these lots were assigned to each family. For Charles Frederick Teetzel & his heirs there was to be a tract of land one square rod in size for a burial plot to be protected forever.

A log church was built on the front of the cemetery in 1812 to serve the Episcopal Methodist congregation of Laurence Hager. In 1851 a frame church was built beside the log church & it became the home of the Wesleyan Methodist Congregation. In 1867, a new modern church was built across the road for the Episcopal Methodists, but many still chose to worship at the old building. The log church was eventually used as a stable for some years. This was 17 years before the many Methodists united to become the United Church of Canada.

After his wife, Mary Tufford, died of consumption in 1856, Charles Frederick Teetzel stayed on his farm for 6 months. Ill health caused him to move to Milton for medical care. He died shortly after. His son, Mathias Hager, purchased land in St. Joseph's, Michigan & moved there about this time.

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Died:
Lot 30 Con 1, SDS.

Buried:
Tall white recumbent pillar is shared with wife Mary.

Charles married Mary TUFFORD on 29 Jul 1810 in Grimsby, Lincoln Co., Ontario. Mary was born on 4 Aug 1788 in Morris Co., New Jersey; died on 26 Mar 1856 in Palermo, Trafalgar Twp., Halton Co., Ontario; was buried in Palermo United Cemetery. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Mathias is the son of Mary Tufford & John Solomon Teetzel Sr.

> Two Lawrences sisters married two Teelzel brothers :
. Hadassah Hester Lawrence married John Solomon Teetzel Jr.
. Jane Lawrence married Mathias Teelzel &
> Lawrence cousin married their sister:
. Richard Lawrence Johnston married Julia Ann Teetzel.

. 1838 March - Upper Canada Sundries, Petition of Eli Irwin, Twp. Whitchurch, for Pardon. Petitioner is a married man having a wife child. He was unfortunately taken a part in the recent troubles, used by desperate & unprincipled persons by shoe he was unhappily seduced from allegiances.
Signed, Eli Irwin, March 1830, Jail of the Home District (Toronto).
Petition of Inhabitants of West Flamborough to Sir Geo Arthur on behalf of prisoners under sentence of high treason. Hundreds of signatures, including Richard Johnston [Sr.], Joseph Simons, Lorenzo & Mathias Teetzel, Charles Jr. & Sr., Teetzel & William Tarbox. Read in Council 20 May 1838 & pardoned upon giving into Bail for good for 3 years.
Ref: UC Sundries, Index C9824, Image 722 & Page 105939-40, p723, C6898.

. 1842 Upper Canada Census - Trafalgar Twp., Halton County, Ontario:
Tetzel, Mathias: Con 1, Lot 30, Carpenter, Canadians 2 & from USA, Canada 1842, married 2 persons, Moravians or Tunkers Religion 5, 25 Acres, 10 cultivated.
Column 7: 5; Col 13: one; one; one; Col 22: two; Col 25: one; Col 29: one. [Next person David Hager, Con 1 Palermo]

. 1842 Wages in Upper Canada: Carpenters - 6 s 10 p Halifax Currency per diem.
. 1846 - Milton, Gore District, Mathias Teetzel.
. 1846 - Smith's Canadian Gazetteer, Province of Canada West:
Palermo, village in Trafalgar, situated on Dundas St, 30 miles from Toronto. Population about 200, Post every day. There stores, 1 foundry, 2 taverns, 2 wagon makers, 3 blacksmiths, 2 tailors, 2 shoemakers.

.1847 Apr 3 - The Globe newspaper Agent for Milton, M Teetzel.

. 1848 Jan 12. Subscriptions or advertisement arrangements for the Wed. & Saturday, Globe Newspaper can be made from their agents, Western Globe Office, Postmaster J Dickson Jr & M. Teetzel.
Ref: Toronto Globe & Mail Newspaper.

. 1850 Palermo. An order called the Palermo sons of temperance was founded in 1850. Neighbors helped each other a long long ago. When ladies had babies nearby ladies would come to be midwives & help. There were bees too where neighbors would help each other building houses & barns or quilting blankets.
Ref: Tweedsmuir Book III, by Nelson [Twp.] Women's Institute.

. 1851 Canada Directory: Post Master, general merchant & miller, Mathias Teetzel Milton, Canada West, in Trafalgar Twp., Halton County.
Owned Teetzel Block near Pine Street, Milton.

. 1854 Mar 23 - Selection of a Candidate for Halton. From the Oakville Sentinel. A great crisis Has arrived in Canada, it behoves every man to put aside personal feelings & come forward for the rescue of the Country for the present unscrupulous administration. We the undersigned, Elects of Halton Co., being convented at the the Inn of Mr. Thos. H Thompson, Milton, this 23 March 1854 feel that we have the best reason to be dissatisfied therewith the premisses of Reform, Retrenchment & the great question of Clergy Reserve [lands] …We therefore deem it our duty to choose a Representative we trust, will be faithful to our interest & not support any Ministry in so extravagant a course in the next House of Assembly. An now nominate Caleb Hopkins, Esq., 30 signatures, inc., Matthias Teetzel, Trafalgar.
Ref: The Globe & Mail Newspaper, Toronto, published 1854.3.30. & Oakville Sentinel. Abbreviated version.

. 1854 Sep 28 - Toronto, Arrivals at the American Hotel, M Teetzel, Milton & H Smith.

* 1854 Oct 23, Monday, Fall Assizes, Hill Vs. Lyons.
[Slightly abbreviated version- PJA.]
Dr Hill, resident in Buffalo, against Mr. Lyons, a merchant in Milton, Halton Co., upon 2 promissory notes of £200 each, besides interest. …Dr. Hill conveyed some 10 or 12 acres of land in the town of Amherst to Mr. Teetzel. He received $200 or $300 for it. Counselor for the defense, Mr. Eccles address the Jury at some length stating that
Mr. Eccles addressed the Jury. Teetzel, a man of the worst description of character, a deep, cunning, half Yankee schemer, formerly kept a store at a place called Milton & getting involved & not among in generally known transferred his whole stock in trade to Mr. Lyons a clerk in his employ, by a bill of sale for £1,683. 6 pence. For this some Mr. Lyons aged notes but on the following morning Teetzel came to Lyons & said he wanted notes down exactly to the amount of the debt he wished to pay. While drawing these notes plaintiff assumed that Mr. Teetzel picked up the 2 of the notes made on the previous day, the 28th June,1852 & put them in his pocket & had no doubt sold them. Mr. Eccles said Mr Teetzel was trying to settle up all his debts.
. The learned Counsel here read a list of the notes taken up by Mr. Lyons & read an affidavit made by Teetzel, while on arrest in Buffalo on the instance of Isaac Buchanan of Hamilton, Ontario.
The transaction had been full implanted between Teetzel & Lyons & the 2 notes had been surreptitiously obtained by Teetzel. Lyons pronounced them a forgery & it was not until he came down to Toronto & saw the notes in his own hand writing bearing the date of 28 June 1852 that he discovered they were 2 of the first batch of notes given to Teetzel which he had superseded by new notes made on 29th of June. The transaction between Lyons & Teetzel had been fraudulent on the part of Teetzel, ruled the the judge.
. Eglantine Black was employed by Teetzel & continued in the shop after Mr. Teetzel left Canada. He recognized the bill of sale drawn between Teetzel & Lyons. He was aware Mr. Teetzel was trying to settle up all his debts & was one of Teetzel's assignees. Mr Black identified the inventory made by him; also account to sale from June 3 - up to the time the goods were transferred to Mr. Lyons.
. James Laidlaw assisted in taking stock in Teetzel's shop sometime before the the goods were transferred to Loyd's. The cost of the goods on the shelves amounted to £765 6s 4.5d.
. Joseph Bell subscribing witness to the bill of sale. Knew the notes given at the time of sale. The notes were given on the day of bill of sale was executed. [brother-in-law to Mathias T]
. John White, Trafalgar Twp. remembered Mr Teetzel. I understood that he was leaving for the States, because he could not meet the demand upon him. He know of the transfer of goods to Lyons & that the had thank notes from Lyons for the amount, but not the date of the notes. Teetzel wanted me take take some of the notes. I objected to the notes for some reasons. I know Teetzel sent one a large quantity of flour. Would not say that the was not aware there was anything dishonest in leaving Canada.
. Matthias Teetzel, testified to having sold goods to Mr. Lyons, for £1,683 5p. He gave name noted to that amount on 28 & 29th of June; he gave me notes of £2000 & odds; on the 29th some of the notes were changes. Witness here referred to a memorandum book for the amount of the notes, entered were all made on 28th; I entered none of the substituted notes. I made a conveyance of my land to my father before I left Canada; did not think he made any mention in his affidavit of the good will of the businesses; the affidavit was made in order to get a discharge.
Mr. M. Cameron submitted that Mr. Eccles was wasting the time of the Court, however, the Judge ruled it was justified. Mr. Eccles here read the affidavit made by Mr. Teetzel in Buffalo.
After lengthened examination, the Judge summed up & the jury having retired shortly, returned into court with the verdict for the plaintiff of £400. Court adjourned 10 o'clock.
Ref: Globe & Mail, Toronto.
Note: William Durie Lyon, born 1825 Glasgow, Scotland in 1825 - d.1893. Landed UC 1831. Clerk in Mathias Teetzel's store in Milton. Merchant, Milton postmaster, a member of the mercantile firm of White, Martin & Lyon. He also served as Postmaster for Milton. He was Mayor of Milton from 1862-1866.

. Left for Michigan between 1856 & 1860 Census Berrien Benton Harbor. Aged 49.
Ten or more family members left Ontario to farm in Michigan:
Mathias Teetzel & Jane Lawrence & her sister Hadasah Hester Lawrence & husband John Teetzel.
Brother Richard Lawrence, Jr. & his wife Mary Lizy Simons with her brother Joseph Simons.
Lawrence first cousin: Alex Hamilton & James Jr., the widow Rebecca Lawrence Hamilton & later on, sisters Rebecca Jr. & Mary Jane Hamilton; & first cousin John Osborn & family, who then resided with Hadassah Lawrence Teetzel.
Mathias & John's sister: Harriet Maria Teetzel.
In addition there were the Canadian born children of the above, who also moved to Michigan.

. Sister Julia Ann Teetzel.1 married the Lawrence's first cousin Richard Lawrence Johnson, who stayed in Ontario.

. 1853 Jun 25th - Attachment. Sheriff's Office, Hamilton. United Counties of of Wentworth & Halton,
- Attachment, issued out to wit: 3 of Her Majesty's Court of Queen's Beach, on the 2nd day of July, 1853 to me directed, against the estate, real as well as personal, of MATHIAS TEETZEL, an absconding or concealed debtor, at the suit of RICHARD BENNER & Charles H. Donnelly, for the sum of £270. 15 S & 6 six pence, I have sealed all the estate, real as well as personal, of the said Mathias Teetzel & unless the said Mathias Teetzel return within the jurisdiction of the said Court & put in Bail to the action, or cause the claim of the said Richard Benner & Charles H. Donnelly to be discharged within 3 calendar months from the first day of the publication of this Notice, all 'the estate, real or personal, of the said Mathias Teetzel or as much thereof as may be necessary will be held liable for the payment, benefit & satisfaction of the claim of the said plaintiff, as well as for payment, benefit or satisfaction of the claim or claims of such other plaintiff or plaintiffs as shall or may take proceedings against the property or effects of the said Mathias Teetzel, within 6 months from the issuing of the above Writ.
E. CARTWRIGHT THOMAS, Sheriff United Counties of Wellington & Halton, Sheriff's Office, Hamilton, 6th July 1853. [First published 11 June, 1853.3 688-13 & until 1853.10.8.] - & response the above is:

. 1855 Mar 7 - Toronto, Arrivals at the American Hotel, M Teetzel, Milton. Ref: Globe & Mail, Toronto.

. 1855, August 26 initiated lawsuit against Edward Martin & John White of Milton, ON, 1856 - March 20 Typewritten Transcript handed down for TEETZEL vs. WHITE. More researched need here.

. 1858 Jan 12, Wed. - Palermo. I borrowed [W or M] Teetzels cutter for may journey this has been a mild day. Quite misty having appearance of rain but cleared off in the evening.
. Jan 21, Fri. Called on Bro. Teetzels. took dinner with them. Had prayer with them Found him unwell but improving.
Ref: Diaries of Rev. Leonard Smith, Circuit Rider.

. 1859 Mar 30 - Business Cards M. Teetzel, shipping & commission merchant, St. Joseph, Michigan. Particular attention paid to purchase of grain on orders.
. 1859 Mar 30 - St Joseph. We take very great pleasure in heralding the rapid advance in the internal & suburban imprints of St. Joseph, which has been the result of the last few years. …Mr M Teetzel, the gentleman having added several hundred feet to his ware house lots.
. 1859 Apr 20. American Transportation Co. By the efforts of M Teetzel, Esq. of this village, an arrogant has been made with the Am. Transportation Co., whereby goods can be shipped from NY, Boston or any other eastern market, via. the Lakes, directly to St. Joseph. Merchants in Berrien, Niles, Buchanan, South Bend, Mishawakee, & Elkhart can have their heavy goods brought this way at a cost of less than one half that is charged by other routes. Mr. Teetzel is the agent for the Am. Transportation Co., to whose care all goods & freight may be directed. See Card. [Weekly advertisements.]

. 1859 Apr 27 - Advertisement. American Transportation Comp'y, Capital $900,000. Will transport property between the EasterCities & Western Ports with care & dispatch. Principal Office marine Block, Buffalo. Mark packages A. T. Co, & ship by canal boats, at Pier 7 East River, NY. Signed M Teetzel, Agent, St. Joseph, Mich.
. 1859 May 18 - To Lumbermen, The undersigned will pay cash for 5000 white oak feet square timber. also wanted Piles & R.R. ties. Persons wishing to contract for the delivery of any of the above timber, will find me at M. Teezel's office, Signed Jakeway & Holbrook
. 1861 Jun18 - for Sale a House & lot situated on State St. Also 2 & half acres of land opposite apt J Napier's residence, upon which is a fine lot of trees & vines, Enquire of M. Teetzel. St. Joseph.
. 1861 Apr 3, Election Returns St. Joseph. Democratic Union Ticket , Supervisor, M. Teetzel.
Ref: St. Joseph Saturday Herald newspaper, (slightly abbreviated.)

. 1860 Aug 7 Census, St. Joseph, Berrien Co., MI:
Matthias Teetzel, b 1811, Canada West, Commission Merct., Jane 181 in Canada West; Eliz. J 1841, in New York; Julia A, 1843 Canada West & Mary S J Martin, b 1850 Canada West.

. 1860 St. Joseph. Berrien County, Business Directory
M. Teetzel, Storage & Commission Merchant
"Footnote: In 1860 you will not find Benton Harbor town or City, which later became known as the twin city to St. Joseph. Benton Harbor was mainly swampland & was bordered by the Paw Paw River, through which a canal was built, hence the "harbor" in the city's name. The canal was opened in about 1862. In the early 1860's, the settlement was given the name of Brunson Harbor. In 1865 the name of the settlement was changed to Benton Harbor in honor of Thomas Hart Benton, a Missouri Senator who helped Michigan achieve statehood."

. 1861 Apr 3 - Election Returns, here in St Joseph, amid a good deal of excitement. Probably there never whereas many split tickets among the township election: democratic Supervisor, M. Teetzel; Union Ticket, Supervisor, M Teetzel.

. 1861 Jun 18 - for Sale. A house & lot situated onState Street. Also 2 & half acres of land opposite Capt. J Napier's residence, upon which is a fine lot of trees & view, Enquire of M. Teetzel.
Ref: St. Joseph's Sat. Herald, pub. 1861 Aug 7.

. District Court of US District of Michigan, Admiralty,Whereas a libel has been filed inside Court on Sep 13, 1862, against the scow schooner Cygent & her boats, her cargo, by Matthias Teetzel, Geo parallel, owners of the steamboat Mohawk & john Morrison, her mast, for themselves, claiming that there issued them therein a large sum of many for salvage. I have sized & have now in custody the scow schooner Cygnet, boats, tackle, apparel & furniture, & her cargo, & cite the owners & claims of said schooner to appear ins court in Detroit Oct 1, Monday next. Signed ,Chas Dickey, US Marshall. Ref: Detroit Free Press.

. 1863 Jan - Dec., U.S. IRS Tax Assessment Lists:
Teetzel Mathias, St. Joseph - Sources of Income: MilRents. Valuation $350, Tax Rate 5 PC, Abstract Class A #241, Income Tax: $17.50.

. 1863 Jan., Detroit, Michigan Farmer, Volume 2, St. Joseph County, Cranberry Culture:
The culture of this fruit has been prove to be entirely feasible in many localities & we believe there are many acres of marsh lands in this vicinity which can be profitably devoted to this berry, which always commands a high price in market. Mr. M. Teetzel of this village has about half an acre of land devoted to their culture in the Twp. of Benton, which now promises to yield very large profits on the outlay. Last week we made a careful inspection this ground with Mr. Teetzel in person. The land is ordinary marsh land. The 1st step in its preparation was to take off the surface to the depth of perhaps one foot. This new surface was then covered with a thin stratum of dry sand. The field is then ready for the plants which are obtained from marshes wherever they can be found & are set in rows about 10 in. or a foot ...A small creek running near is turned on to the field at pleasure by means of a dam & aqueduct, so that it can be submerged to any desirable depth.

. 1864 March 25. [No. 19] A Joint Resolution authorizing the name of a Register to the Steamer Mohawk. Resolved by the Senate & House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, That the Secretary of the Treasury be & is hereby, authorized to issue an American register to the Canadian-built steamer " Mohawk," now owned by Warren Chapman, George Parmelee & Matthias Teetzel, of Saint Joseph, in the State of Michigan: Provided,That nothing herein contained shall in anywise affect any legal proceedings now pending in regard to the said steamer Mohawk." Approved, March 25, 1864.
Register to issue to steamer Mohawk. Ref: Michigan State Statues. Boston Daily Advertiser, 1864.5.31; San Francisco Bulletin, 1864.10.19; Flake's Bulletin, Texas, 1867.7.18.

. 1864, Apr 4, IRS Tax Assessment Lists:
. Teetzel, Matthias, St. Joseph. - Sources of Income: Rents. Valuation $350.., Tax Duty A. 3, Abstract Class # a Class B: 32. Duty Class $10.50. Total Income Tax Due: $10.50.
1866 U.S. IRS Tax Assessment Lists:
Lawrence, Daniel T.,
. Income Tax # in Abstract 312, Valuation: $5, Tax Rate $15.60,
. Watch Abstract #272, Valuation $1.00,
. Watch Abstract # 23, Valuation $2.00,.
. Piano, Abstract # 267, Valuation $2.00. Total: $20.60.

* 1864 Sep 27 Serenade. Our friend Teetzel, democratic nominee for Representative, was serenaded by the St Joseph pass &, on Saturday eying last, as his residence. The band was accompanied by he McClellan Club. After the band had disbursed seers airs, Mr. Teetzel presented himself & made a short speech, replete with sound democratic doctrine, pleading himself if elected strictly to adhere to the principles laid down by Jefferson & adhered to by the fathers & close by tending acknowledgments for this mark of personal regard of his fellow townsmen; thereupon short stirring speeches were made by Messrs. OD Rector, P Henoch & FH Stevens, which were responded to with a will. Mr. Teetzel then invited his guests to partake of refreshments, where at the table several impromptu spells were made. The club then stranded BC Hoyt, where too, they were kindly received & courteously treated, when they finally separated with 3 rousing cheers for McClellan & Pendleton, 3 for the democratic nominees, 3 for the country ticket & 3 for Mathias Teetzel. - St. Joseph Pioneer.

. 1865 Apr 29 - Obituary. Our community has just been overshadowed with a deep gloom by the death of Mr. MATHIAS TEETZEL who died on Wed. morning after an illness only 16 or 18 hours. Mr. Teetzel had been identified for many years with the business interests of this place & has always been prominent for integrity, promptness & enterprise. Few men have done more to develop the resources & add to the welsh of the village & surrounding country. Hiss loss will be keenly left by all but especially by the farmers with whom, as a grain dealer, he had become deservedly popular. He was just in the prime of life & was busy with plants for extending & enlarging his business for the season. His untimely death will be widely felt & deeply deplored. The bereaved family will receive the sympathy & condolence of the community.
Ref: St. Joseph Saturday Herald newspaper.

. 1865 Apr 26 - Mathias Teetzel died with a WILL:
Administrix: Jane E Teetzel, 18 Feb 1875, Inventory: Assigned to the Widow, $4, 42.20,
Chattels $194.50, Family expenses for one year $762.66, Money from sale $555, paid to Co. Treasure $100, Paid Johnson estate $700, Taxed pd. 1864-65 $304.25, Pd. act for Plaster, $300, sundry other acts pd. $622.35, Pd. Internal Tax 3 X 2237 - $67. Paid taxes of 66. $64.06.
Total $1414.09. Mrs. J Teetzel believes further $500 further future charges.
Ref: Berrien County Probate Court File 689.

. 1872 Feb 22 - Farm for Sale or To Rent. In the Village of Palermo, part of Lot 30, 1st Con. SDS, Trafalgar, containing 90 acres, 80 are cleared & in a good state of cultivation There are on the premises a good free house & good fame out buildings, a well of never falling water & a young orchard. For further particular apply to
Wm. Hager, Palermo, or to Wm. Teetzel, Watertown.
Ref: Canadian Champion Newspaper, Milton, ON, p. 3.

. 1954, May 4, News Palladium Newspaper, Benton Harbor, Michigan
More Lighthouse Lore, Editor
Gen. Chadwick's close friend, who lived near the lighthouse was Mathias Teetzel. He was the contractor of the canal between Benton Harbor & St. Joseph. He bought & sold wheat. His sister was the late Dr. John Bell's mother. [i.e. Mary Green Teetzel.]
X-Ref: Viola Teetzel, for complete letter.

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LAND TRANSFERS:

. Ontario Land Registry Abstract Book, Plan 9, Block 1, pg 476
Lot 3, Con 2 NST, Halton Co.
. 1848 Jul 18, Bargain&Sale, Kenny Haffman & Wife, To Mathias Teetzel, Part Half Lot 13, Con 2, NS Trafalgar
. 1848 Jun 27, B&S, Reg. 1851.9.18, H Haffman, to Joseph Bell, Pt Lt 13, C2.
. 1851 Sep 1, B&S, Jospeh Bell & wife, to Mathias Teetzel, Part of a parcel of land owned by Joseph Bell.
. 1852 Jan 2, Mortgage, Mathias Teetzel & wife, to Ed K Rutherford & Donald McInnis. £14.13.10 shillings.
. 1852 Jun 15. Mortgage, MT & wife, to Lenny N Titus
. 1852 Jun 30, B&S, MT & wife, to Lenny N Titus, £1300 & standing security.
. 1852 Jul 12, Mortgage, Charles Teetzel & wife, to MT & wife, to John White, Lot 13, Con 2NST. Six B&S B?
. 1858 Mar 31, Mathias Teetzel, to Thos Rigney, £659.13.14
. 1855 Jan 29, B&S, Chas F Teetzel & wife, to Mathias Teetzel, L3,C2NST.
. 1855 Jan 29, Mathias White & wife, to John White, Block 1, 1.Half acre.

Lots 3 & 4, Con 2 NST, Block 2, Plan 9. Pg 17-19,
. 1854 Apr 13, B&S, Mathias Teetzel & wife, to Kenny Tull, Lots 2 & 4
. 1854 Apr 19, Mortgage, Kenny T Tull, to Mathias Teetzel, Lot 3&$, £73.15.

Lot 1-2-3-4 Con 2 NST, Block 3, Plan 9. Pg 21-24-27-32,
. 1854 Jun 8 B&S, Mathias Teetzel & wife, to James Stewart, June. Lots 1, 2, 3 & 4, Reserving certain rights.

Lots 1 to 7, Con 2 NST, Block 4, Plan 9. P38-41-46-51-54-56-59
. 1854 Jun 8, B&Sale, Mathis Teetzel & wife, Thomas Agar, Lot 1, £150.
. 1855 May 3, ML & wife, to Elias W Dodge, Lot 2
. 1856 Nov 24, Dis. of Mort., Mathias Teetzel, per attorney, £50. Lot 2.
. 1855 Apr 20, B&S, MT & wife, to John Stewart Senr., Lot 3.
. 1856 Mar 26, B&S, MT & wife, to John Stevenson, Lots 4 & 5.
. 1854 Jun 8, B&S, MT & Wife, to Benj. Hagerman, Lot 6, with reservations.
. 1854 Jun 8, B&S, MT & Wife, to Wm. McKennedy, Lot 7, with reservations.
. 1854 Jun 8, B&S, MT & Wife, to Benj. Hagerman, Lot 8., £87

. 1854 Jun 5, Lot 1-2, Block 5, B&S, MT & Wife, to Benj. Hagerman,, £, pg 63.
Many more land transfers continue to 1856 Apr 12, Lot 12, Out of Oak & West of Ontario Streets. p 469 -. -

Birth:
[Milton, ON]

Died:
D. Thursday, Aged 55 y.

Buried:
Tall cement monument with urn on top [no mable on this side]. Sapce undoubtable left for more names, but there are none.

Mathias married Jane E LAWRENCE, , DUE on 4 Jul 1833 in Trafalgar Twp., Halton Co., Ontario. Jane (daughter of Lieut. Richard LAWRENCE, , UE and Mary WILLSON, DUE) was born on 20 Jan 1811 in Town of York (Toronto), York Co., Ontario; died on 23 Aug 1873 in St. Joseph, Berrien Co., Michigan; was buried in Morton Hill Cemetery. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Ontario Land Registration Abstract Trafalgar Book 34, p400
Lot 30, Con 1, NDS [North of Dundas St.]
. 1853 Sep 24, Bargain&Sale, Chas. Teetzel, to John Soules, Half Acre
1854 Feb 14, B&S, Avid Hager & Wife, to Francis Wilkinson, 1 Acre, of Lot 30.
. 1867 May 20, Quite Claim, B. Hagar & Wife, to Elizabeth Soles, 1 Acre of Lot 30
. 1891, B&S, Elizabeth souls, Widow, to Sarah Odell Ockerman, wife of Wm. Ockerman, $400, 1 acre.

Lot 31, Con 1, NDS [North of Dundas St.]
1808 Jan 6, Patent, Crown to David Hagar 200A.
. 1837 May 13, B&S, Lawrence Hager, to John Soules, Quarter Acres, part Lot 31.

Family/Spouse: John SOULES. John was born on 13 May 1804 in Westerloo, Albany Co., New York; died on 17 Jun 1881 in Palermo, Trafalgar Twp., Halton Co., Ontario; was buried in Palermo United Cemetery. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Julia Ann is the daughter of Mary Tufford & Charles F Teetzel Sr.

> Two Lawrences sisters married two Teelzel brothers :
. Hadassah Hester Lawrence married John Solomon Teetzel Jr.
. Jane Lawrence married Mathias Teelzel &
> Lawrence cousin married their sister:
. Richard Lawrence Johnston married Julia Ann Teetzel.

. Upper Canada Marriage Bond 5281
1836 Nov 15 - Richard Johnson of Township of Trafalgar in Gore District, bachelor &
Julia Anne Teetzel [faint] of the same place, spinster.
Ref: Archives of Ontario, C6785.

. 1836 Nov 30 - In Trafalgar on 22 Inst., Richard L Johnston of this city & Julia Ann Teetzel of Trafalgar, Ontario. Married by Rev. Mr. King.
Ref: Christian Guardian Newspaper, Toronto.

> Julia Ann Teetzel is listed as an Early Settler, p219, for Lambton. Now for a little mystery. Sister-in-law Hadassah Lawrence was granted on 1835 Jul 1st, Lot 4, Con 11, Brooke Twp., Lambton, Ontario ( she was still then, Residence Trafalgar, Ontario. The Land duties on the patent were completed 1839 JUN 26., Were Julia Ann Teezel & husband working the land for Hadassah or did they have their own land? - PJA.

. 31 Jan 1863, WILL probated of Francis Johnston, York, Administered Will.

. Lovely well deciphered Monument has a hand holding roses & with well raised lettering reads:
Julia Ann, wife of R L Johnson, dau. of Charles F & Mary Teetzel. Died July 12 1853, AE.38 ys, 10 months.

. Recorded for comparison, another relative named Mary Ann Teetzel:
Upper Canada Marriage Bond # 7171
Benjamin Johnston of the Township of Southwold, District of London, Farmer &
Jonathan J Teetsel of same Township & Said District.
Joining in Holy Matrimony Mr. John Johnston of the Township of Southwold in the District of London, Farmer - &
Mary-Ann Teetzel of Same township & said District, Spinster.
Signed, Benjamin Johnston & Jonathan J Teetzel.
Reverse Page; John Johnston. 6 Apr 1839, Marriage Bond - B Johnston & J Teetzel.
Ref: Archives of Ontario, C6788.

Research & transcriptions by PJ Ahlberg. Thank you. - - -

Died:
Aged 38y 10m.

Buried:
Dundas St. West near Bronte Rd., Well letter cement monument with hand & roses.

Julia married Dr. Richard Lawrence JOHNSTON, Senior on 22 Nov 1836 in Palermo, Trafalgar Twp., Halton Co., Ontario. Richard (son of Robert W JOHNSTON, Jr. and Margaret LAWRENCE, .5 DUE) was born on 19 May 1816 in Toronto, York Co., Ontario; died on 19 Aug 1890 in Esquesing Twp., Halton Co., Ontario; was buried in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Potter's Field, Toronto. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

John S. Junior is the son of Mary Tufford & John Solomon Teetzel Sr.

> Two Lawrences sisters married two Teelzel brothers:
. Hadassah Hester Lawrence married John Solomon Teetzel Jr.
. Jane Lawrence married Mathias Teelzel &
> Lawrence cousin married their sister:
. Richard Lawrence Johnston married Julia Ann Teetzel.

. 1835 - (Esquesing, County of Halton) As soon as it was completed the first religious services were held in the Balinafad village school & meetinghouse on the corner of Nathaniel Rossel's lot [Roszel]. The meetings were held on a weekday & it was surprising to see the way the people would leave their work attend Divine Service. This was continued for several years.
The first religious awaking was brought about in a rather mysterious manner. A man named John Teetzel, who lived near where Acton now is, was thrown on a sick bed. He thought he was going to die. He had been a wicked man. In seeking someone to pray with him, he learned that in all the families for miles around no one could be found to do it. He then thought that he was lost. But just as he was about sinking into despair, the Lord gave some peace to his soul & gave him joys of salvation. He then & there pledge himself to God that he would consecrate his life to Him. And he faithfully kept his promise.
As soon as he got well, he sought out the Methodist ministers & they took him into the church. He at once commenced to hold meetings on Sabbath days around in private houses. A number of people were awakened & converted. My parents were among the number. For some years Mr. Teetzel was a power for good in that section of the country. He long since died in full assurance of faith & is now enjoying the reward of the father.
[Exact date is unknown, but the writer's story continues in fall of 1835 - PJA]
Ref: Experiences of a backwoods preacher, by Rev. H. Heiland, 1887

. 1842 Census Upper Canada, Trafalgar Twp., Halton Co., Ontario:
John Tetizel, Lot 228, Con 1 or Lot 28, Con 2? [last lot before Palermo, ON.], Labourer, 7 residents, 25 Acres, 10 cultivated.
Note1: To researchers: a dot artifact on microfilce may appear to read John Titzel.
. 1842 Upper Canada Census - Trafalgar Twp., Halton County, Ontario:
Tetzel, John: Con 1, Lot 30, faded entry, [No column names on this census page & by count are:]
Column 7: 4; Col 12-13: one; one; Col 22: one; Col 26: one; Col 29: one; Col 46: four; 100 Acres; 60; 50; 20, - ; 25. {rest runs off page.]

. 1852 January Census Trafalgar, Halton County, Ontario
John Teetzel, Farmer, Age 34 b. 1818 Canada, E. Methodist, Frame one story house
Hadasah Teetzel, Age 40, b 1812, Canada
Elizabeth J, Age 14, b. 1838, Canada
Mary A, Age 12, b. 1840, Canada
Margaret, Age 9, b. 1843, Canada
John W., Age 8, b 1844, Canada
George, Age 5, b. 1847, Canada
Esther F., Age 3, b. 1849, Canada
Charles W Teetzel, Age 1, born 1851, Canada, E. Methodist.

Ontario Land Registry Abstract Halton Co.,
Trafalgar Book 24, & p189-90.
Lot 30, Con 1 South of Dundas Street, Trafalgar Twp.
. 1808 Oct 18, Patent, Crown, to Bildad Simons, All 200 Acres;
. 1811 Apr 27, B&S, Bildad Simons, to Chas Teetzel, 90A, North Lot
. 1854 Mar 23, John Teetzel & Wife, to Aleucusedge Trxx?, fifth of an Acre, Half.

. 1859 Mar 23 - Advertisement St. Joseph Foundry & Machine Shop! too H Botham Proprietor, All Kinds of Work on the shortest notice. Steam Engine of 20 horse power has lately been added to establishment, also Extensive Iron lathes,
Bore out Gear Wheels, or bullies 20 feet in diameter.
Drills for mill owners, Iron Columns & window Sills & capes, Sugar kettles, cooking stoves for valor & box stove, Plows of 8 different kinds.
- I have lately had a trail of my plows on Mr. John Teezel's farm in Benton twp. against a plow manufactured in Mishwakee, Ind. Signed, St. Joseph Plow, Henry C Morton, Chas. Hull, John Teetzel, Jas Silver, of St. Jospeh, Mich.
Ref: St. Joseph Saturday Herald newspaper.

. 1865 - Application for Pension, Widow Mary Elizabeth Lawrence, wife of Richard S Lawrence, Jr. for his death of Typhoid Pneumonia during the American Civil War.
Witnesses sworn: Signed, John Teetzel & Hester Teetzel, Benton Twp., Widow of Richard S Lawrence. They know the decreased soldier from a long personal acquaintance of more than 30 years.

Affidavit1: 1865 Sept 13, Notary Public for Berrien Co.
Jane Teetzel of St. Joseph, Aged 55 years, b.1810 &
John Teetzel of Benton, age 49 years, b. 1816 ... Certify to be repeatable & entitled to credit. That they resided for many years previous & subsequently to 14 Oct 1830 at Palermo in Halton Co., Canada West. On that day Richard S Lawrence & Mary Elizabeth Simons were united in holy matrimony at the house of William Simons* in said Village of Palermo by the late Rev Mr King, a Presbyterian Clergyman. She is his widow. Jane Teetzel was present & witnessed the ceremony.

John Teetzel was a boy at that time & was at the house of his father on the opposite side of the Street from the said house where the said marriage took place & that the other members of the family were present & public records were not made & he know the said parties, signed, Jane Teetzel & John Teetzel.
Note2: Who is William Simons?

. 1860 Census Benton Twp., Berrien, Michigan
John Teetzel, b 1816; Hester, b 1813; Mary A, b 1841; Marg., b 1843; John W., b 1845; Geo, b 1840; Hester F., b 1851; Charles W Teetzel, b 1852.
IRS Tax Assessments Lists: 1863 Jan - Dec.
. Teetzel, John, Benton- Sources of Income: Farming. Valuation $100., Tax Duty A.32, Abstract Class B #241, Class C: Enumerated articles: 32. Total Tax Due: $3.00.
. Teetzel, John, Benton- Sources of Income: Farming. Valuation $100., Tax Duty A.32, Abstract Class B #10, Class C: B. Enumerated articles: 59.

. 1862 Dec 17 -Dr. Collins is located on the bluff north of the Paw Paw, has an orchard of 10 acres of peaches… Mr. Teetzel & J T Smith have each orchard from 10 to 20 acres new by & several more from 5 to 20 A.
Ref: St. Joseph Herald.

1864, May 17: Teetzel, John, Benton - Sources of Income: Farming. Valuation $100., Tax Duty A3, Abstract Class B #A, Class B: 32. Total Income Tax Due: $3.00.
. Teetzel, John, Benton - Sources of Income: Farming. Valuation $100., Tax Duty A.32, Abstract Class B #10, Class B: 59. Total Income Tax Due: $10.00.

. 1865 May 8, Teetzel, John, Benton Harbor, Source: Stallion Keeper, #236, Tax on item $10. Total Income Tax Due: $10.00. Benton Harbor.

. 1867 Bell Chapins, Michigan Gazetteer:
Benton Harbor: John Teetzel, Fruit grower.
Bridgeport Centre, John Teetzel, Carpenter. Bridgeport Twp. on Flint & Here Marquette railroad, 6 miles s of E Saginaw, Population about 500.

. 1870 Jun 24 Agricultural Census Benton Harbor
John Teetzel: 75 Improved Acres, 75 Unimproved A., Value $15,000.
Live Stock 7 Horses, 3 Milch Cows; 4 Working Oxen; 2 Other Cattle; Sheep 5; Holxx 6 = value $12,000;
Grains: Winter Wheat 100 bu.; Indian Corn 300 bu., Oats 250 bu., & Buckwheat 20 bu.

. 1871 March 8th, Ottawa. No. 836, John Teetzel, of the Twp. of Howard, Co. Kent, Province of Ontario, Farmer, a certain new & useful machine for ditching to be called or known as: "Teetzel's Ditching Machine."
Ref: Canada Gazette, Vol5, #25, 1871 Dec 116, Pg. 5.

. 1817-1877 - Brothers Hiram H. & Mathias Teetzel resided Benton Harbor, MI, John Teetzel fruit grower, also listed as carpenter in Bridgeport Centre, Saginaw.
. Benton Harbor, A thriving post village in the Twp. of Benton, Berrien Co., situated on the St. Joseph river, 1 m. from its mouth. It contains 4 general stores 1 hardware & 1 drug store, 1 hotel 1 flouring mill, a large grain house, 4 saw mills & several mechanics shops. Population 300.

1871 Jun 9 - NARROW ESCAPE: One of the severest electrical explosions we overheard occurred here last Friday afternoon, when there was but little appearance of a storm. the report was instantaneous, like that of a pistol short & was such a crash of thunder as to startle every one who heard it. The lightning struck & shattered a cherry tree not far from the residence of Hon HC Morton & so socked John Teetzel, who was near the tree & in charge of men repairing the road, that for a few moments he was unconscious He was however, uninjured.

. 1871 Benton Harbor, Berrien Co. Directory: John Teetzel, fruit grower, SW Section 17, Territorial Road, Dr. Talman Wheeler established the "Teetzel Orchard" where he grew peaches & other fruit crops. These were the area's first formal peach orchards; they began bearing fruit in 1852. By 1855 several thousand baskets of peaches - mostly Crawfords - were being shipped to Chicago annually. The fruit was sold for $3 per bushel; the peaches were then peddled by street vendors for 10¢ each. When news of the growing qualities of south western Michigan reached points east, a steady stream of families moved to the area to try their hand at growing peaches. When the Civil War began, (1863) the departure of men joining the army created a shortage of manpower to work the state's farms. .... New sawmills produced apple barrels & peach baskets. The peach also was responsible, in large part, for the founding & early growth of Benton Harbor. Sometimes the profits form one peach crop paid for the entire land they were grow on on. ... (after 1906) the introduction of refrigerated railroad cars, Michigan's monopoly of the Chicago peach market disappeared.
Ref: Berrien County's Great Peach Boom, by Wm. John Armstrong.

. BY AN OLD SETTLER OF BERRIEN COUNTY, The "Peach Belt" was inaugurated in 1847, at this time there lies in sight from the ridge where I first got sight of that tall timber…& out of that rail timber I had at one time a mile of fence which was too high for a deer to jump. This was necessary in the fall to keep the bucks from rubbing & twisting my fruit trees with their horns. In 1850 (I think it was), Mr. E. Morton put out something of a peach orchard in addition to his fence corner trees & shortly after Dr. Talman Wheeler set what is known as the Teetzel orchard. At this time nearly all the older farms had seedling trees bearing & those men who had a surplus above their own wants began to sell at what they thought good prices.

In Watervleit, Michigan, there was a boarding-house for mill hands ...afterwards it was sawed in two, one-half as Bradt's blacksmith-shop & the other as Mr. Teetzel's residence. - Mr. Teetzel of Berrier.

. 1876 Nov 18 - MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made Oct 6, AD 1874, by John Teetzel & Hester Teetzel his wife, to Ephraim E Gates of Thorndike, Mass., recorded Oct 7, 1874, Liber 13, p 268, Register of Deeds, Berrien Co., MI. There is claimed to be due & unpaid on this mortgage at the date of this notice, $1302 & $75 mentioned in said mortgage.
Wed. Feb 14, AD 1877 this mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgage premises, at front door Berrien Springs Court House.
Description of mortgage premises is substantial: E 35 A. of section 17, Town four south, range 18W & much of W NE section 17 between Watervleit & Territorial Rd, including Residence at the junction of said roads & 3 acres adjacent. Signed, St. Joseph, Nov 15, 1876. E B Gates, Mortgagee.
Ref: St. Joseph Saturday Heard newspaper.

. John H Lee advertises in another column for a renter to take charge of the 140 acres known as the Teetzel farm just east of this village. Ag good chance for someone to do well.
.I will lease on favorable terms, that farm of 140 A., half mile east of Benton Harbor, , formerly known as the Teetzel place, to an energetic & reelable man. for particulars see John H Lee, St. Joseph.
. 1880 May 18 - Benton Harbor, Michigan, USA. United States Patent Office:
Partner Information U.S. Patent & Trademark Office Patents, 1790-1909 Record for U.S. Patent & Trademark Office Patents - Invented a Well-Boring machine.
. 1881 Apr 28 - John Teetzel reports things booming in the well boring machine. Ref. Daily Evening Herald, Saint Joseph, MI.
. 1881 Jul 14, The Town Pump is coming, but it is coming under a storm. The Committee having the well in charge have gotten the Teetzel Well boring Co. at work investigating the old well, which has already cost the corps many hundreds of dollars. Public opinion this morning seems be decidedly against trying the site of the old experiment over again. The objections raised to this site are, that it is over an old ravine & under a gutter thought which passes mrs of the filth of a block & has twice been tried without success, no more funds should be risked there. Many want the all tried on the school lot, corner of main & Ship St.; or near Mr Marsh on ship St, of St. Charles Hotel, provided the wells sunk at a new point. However, all the people want in this matter is cusses & PURE Water. How would it do to decide the location by petition.
Ref: Daily Evening Herald, St. Joseph.

. 1882 Sep 14, At Benton Harbor a Teetzel well augar was placed in position at 2 pm. & the last tile was adjusted at 10 minutes past 5 o'clock, making 40 feet of 12 inch well dug & stoned up in a trifle over 3 hours.
Ref: Lake County Star Newspaper, Chase, Michigan.

. 1884 May 24, St. Joseph, Sat.
The St. Joseph Iron Works has just closed a contract with J W Teetzel & R A Kneeland, of Benton Harbor, for the exclusive manufacture & sale of the well known Teetzel Patent Well-Boring Machine. The Iron Works Company will push the work on this machine with a view of making it one of the leading industries of our village.

* 1887 Jul 15, Friday. John Teetzel has returned from ST. THOMAS, ONTARIO, where he attended the meeting of the Teetzel heirs. They are arranged to send Wm. Teetzel of Detroit & James Teetzel, of St. Thomas, to Germany to look after the estate.
. 1894 Sep 21 - Mrs Wm Eberlee & daughter of Saginaw, visited at John Teetzel's this week.
Ref: Yale Expositor newspapier, MI.

. 1887 Mich. Crop Report: Solar halos were reported at Benton Harbor on May 5, 9, 25, 18. ( i.e. weather -planing forecast); Snow on the ground. Benton Harbor 1.5 Inches at the end of month May. High temperature: 82 degrees at Benton. Apples, peach, pear & cherry trees in bloom 2nd May, - Red headed woodpecker, king bird, wild canary & red bird first seen on the 3rd day. Large flock of ducks passing rapidly north, very noisy 3rd day.
Ref: Rainbow Benton H. 17th May.

. 1888 Mar 24, St. Joseph Herald
F. Platt has just had a well dug by the Teetzel Well-Boring Co.

. 1889 Feb 16 - John Teetzel is quite ill at his home on Empire avenue.
. 1892 Jan 26 - John Teetzel & on Chas W Teetzel & Miss Franc Teetzel are all quite such with the grip.

. 1889 Sept 20, Fri. The Dowagiac fair will be held 24th to & will be a first class exhibition throughout this Premium lists or other information will be supplied by Teetzel brought us some fine samples of peaches from his new variety Crawford. He has one hundred trees of this variety. Ref: Weekly Palladium.

. 1890 Sept 12, Homestead Newspaper, Des Moines, Iowa
Article & LARGE DRAWING of the TEETZEL WELL AUGER & DRILL, made by the Globe Well Works, Ottawa, Illinois.
The cut on this pate shows the Teetzel Well Auger with the new drilling attachment as used on all the combined machines now by by the Globe Well Works of Ottawa, Illinois. The same attachment can be added to the old machines made by them at a small expense. The drill as now operated is believed to be the most complete & practical device for drilling through rock of any yet made, as it works faster with the least lost of time or power. The manufactures in their circular describe it as follows:
A ratchet arm is fastened on the end of a shaft driven by a sprocket chain & intermediate gear & comes in contact with the rope to which the drill is attached, while making a sweeping movement, thereby raising the drill until the arm passes the perpendicular when it disengages itself in the ratchet & the drill is dropped, the arm being thrown around just in time to catch the drill on rebound & the operation is repeated."
To those familiar with well making apparatus this may be very plain, but to many others it will not be so easily understood. It is plain & simple enough, however, when seen in operation. The same apparatus in general is used to operate this as is used to operate the TEETZEL WELL AUGER which has the great advantage over all others of removing the dirt as fast as it is bored without taking the boring rod or shaft from the well. In operating some well machines in less than less the time is spent in taking the shaft to pieces to get the dirt out & in putting it together again. The advantages of using the one here described is apparent. For full information write the Well Works, Ottawa, Illinois.

[Drawing Description: a portable drill mounted on a metal carriage bed, employing a bicycle-type chain gear, with an offset balance bar which appears to turn in circle for use by human or horse power (?). I would like to suggest this invention by John Teetzel may have its origins back to the successful water mill that John Teetzel with brother Mathias Teetzel, operated back in Trafalgar, Halton Co., (now Milton, Ontario). - P J Ahlberg 2010.]

. 1894 Jun 1, Fri. Death of John Teetzel, an old resident of Benton Harbor, died at the home of his son Charles Teetzel, last Tuesday 8 o'clock, aged 75 years old. some weeks ago his mind became xx & for the past 3 weeks has been confined to his bend with complains of the stomach from which he xx. Teetzel was a native of Canada.
He leaved the following children: Chas. & George Teetzel Mrs Smith, Mrs Andrew Kennedy. Miss Hester Teetzel of Chicago, Mrs Horace Brunson of Chicago, John Teetzel also of Illinois. Funeral was held Thursday afternoon from the house on Empire Ave. burial in Morton Cemetery.
Ref: Semi Weekly Palladium, Benton Harbor, page 3 is slightly torn with a few missing words.

. 1903 Mar 1, Saginaw Newspaper: Niles has secured the Teetzel machine works of Ottawa, Il, which employs 57 men. The head of the firm is here & has secured suitable quarters. the concern turns out each-boring & rock - driving machines & air systems for water works.
Ref: Saginaw News, Michigan.

Research & transcriptions by PJ Ahlberg. Thank you. - - -

Birth:
Alt DOB 1811 or 12 Sept 25th.

John married Hadassah HESTER LAWRENCE, DUE on 18 Jul 1837 in Trafalgar Twp., Halton Co., Ontario. Hadassah (daughter of Lieut. Richard LAWRENCE, , UE and Mary WILLSON, DUE) was born on 21 Sep 1812 in Town of York (Toronto), York Co., Ontario; died on 4 Jan 1888 in Benton Harbor, Berrien Co., Michigan; was buried in Morton Hill Cemetery. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Verify the identity of Henry & Mary G Teetzel:
Walker Cemetery, ATHENS TOWNSHIP, CALHOUN COUNTY, MI
Teetzel, Henry, 1856 - 1940, s/w Mary G. Teetzel,
Teetzel, Mary G., 1861 - 1930, s/w Henry M. Teetzel. - - -

Died:
Alt Date: 1896 Ref: Biography of son Geo. M Bell.

Buried:
Benton Harbor, MI.

Family/Spouse: Joseph BELL. Joseph was born on 12 Aug 1814 in England; died on 12 Jun 1887 in Benton Harbor, Berrien Co., Michigan; was buried in Crystal Springs Cemetery. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Harriet Maria Teetzel married James Vernon.

Their children: MARY J.4 VERNON, b. 1855 & JOHN W. VERNON, b. 1857. - - -

Died:
Resided.

Harriet married James K VERNON on 21 Sep 1853. James was born in 1832 in North Hampton, England; died in in St. Joseph, Berrien Co., Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

. Palermo United Cemetery Monument, banded with aluminum, reads Mary Margaret, wife of Joseph Martin, a daughter of Mathias & Jane Teetzel, died Mar 12 1850, Aged 18.7 yrs ( ? faint).

. Morton Hill Cemetery, Michigan, also lists: Mary M Teetzel 1833 - Mar 12, 1851.
Compare with other burial's of Jane & Mathias's children. - PJA - - -

Birth:
Born before parents marriage.

Died:
Heart Aflication / childbirth Alt DOD 1854?

Buried:
- which is near Milton, ON.

Mary married Joseph MARTIN in 1849 in Ontario, Canada. Joseph was born in 1818 in Trafalgar Twp., Halton Co., Ontario; died in in Palermo, Trafalgar Twp., Halton Co., Ontario; was buried in Palermo United Cemetery. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

TEETZEL, Jane, [parent]: Palermo United Cemetery, Halton County
TEETZEL, Mathias [parent]: Palermo United Cemetery, Halton County.

. Hester Teetzel is marked on the Teetzel gravestone, Morton Hill, Barrier, Michigan, as dying on April 4, 1835, which is of course before her parents emigrated to Benton Habor in 1851. She was buried with her twin, Hadasah Teetzel in Palmero (Milton), Ontario.

. Morton Hill Cemetery, Michigan Monument reads: TEETZEL, HESTER, Apr 18, 1835. - - -

Buried:
Also listed on monument, Morton Hill, MI.

Notes:

. Palermo United Cemetery - White sandstone monuments, some liken, 2 aluminum bands support the stone which reads:

. Hadashah daughter of Mathias & Jane Teetzel,
die April 18 1835, Aged 10 months 6 days.

. At the time of burial the church was called Trafalgar Chapel Methodist Episcopal Church, & now is the Palermo United Church of Canada.

. Hester Teetzel is marked on the Teetzel gravestone as dying on April 4, 1835, which is of course before her parents emigrated to Benton Habor in 1851. She was buried with her twin, Hadasah Teetzel in Palmero United Cemetery (Milton), Ontario. Hadasah is buried with other Teetzeel relatives at Palermo United Church. - - -

Died:
10m 6d. lWhite cement monument repaired with steel edges.

Buried:
Also listed on monument in Morton Hill Cemetery, Michigan.

Notes:

. CIVIL WAR, Volunteer Union Soldiers, State of Missouri
2nd Lieutenant, Charles W. Teetzel, C Company 7th Missouri Inf.
Card # 8430366 & 23 entries.

. CWT CI & Reg. Mar & Apr 1862 present Remarks: On daily duty as Corp. of the Provost Gard.

. CWT. 3rd Serg. Co. I, 7 Regt MO Inf. Jul & Feb 1863، Present sick in quarantine.
. Muster-out Roll، dated St. Louis, MO.، 14 Jun 1864.
Remarks, Age 27 (1836), Resigned Dec 28/63 at Viscksburg, Miss.

. Charles W Teetzel, Sergt. Con I, 7 Reg. Missouri Inf.
Muster Out Roll، St. Louis, 14 Jun 1864.

. Chas. W Teetzel, 2 St., Co. C, 7 Reg MO Infantry
Jan - Feb 1864.
Remarks. Honorably discharged the service of the M.S.S.O. 33. Date Hd 2 S (?) Dept. & Army of the Tennessee, Bridgeport، Ala., Dec 28, 1863.

. Chas W Teetzel، 2nd Co C & Reg. MO. Inf. Muster Roll: Nov & Dec 1863.
Muster Roll Sept - Oct. 1863 Remarks: Ascent sent without leave from Oct 12 to Oct 16/63.

. C W T, 2nd Lieut. Co C 7 Reg MO, Age 24
Muster Roll, Vicksburg, Miss July 1 to July 13, 1863; Joined for duty & enrolled Jul 1 1863, Bicksbury, Miss, Period 3 years. Commissioned from Sept of I Co. to 2nd Lieut. of the Co. Vice Sullivan deceased. Mustering to date from Jul 1/ 63 as per affidavit.
. 1863 Jul & Aug, Present. Sergt. Co. I promoted 2nd St Co C, Jul 1 /1863. Comd. Co. from Jul 27, 1863 - Corrected by J J Meding, L. Mustered & transferred into the troop.

. 1863 Dec 7، Chas. W Teetzel, 2nd Lieut. 7 MO, Vols., Tenders resignation cause, family affairs, Sec. 316 VS 1868. Certified that CW Teetzel, 2nd Company of 7th MO Volunteers was last paid by Maj. Brown, Paymaster USA to include Aug 31, 1863.

. 1863 DEC 7 - 'Camp of 7th MO Vol Inft. Vicksburg, Miss.
I hereby respectfully tender my resignation. ... Circumstances connected with my family render my presence at my home necessary. I am not indebted to the Government & have no Govt. property in my possession. Charles W Teetzel.'

[Only some muster records have been transcribed here. - PJA]

. 1943 Ed. Borrendame, sprinkled through his letter of reminiscences are one & two line references of many an old timer of the gay nineties period, such as: "C. W. Teetzel limping into his jewelry store."

Research & transcriptions by PJ Ahlberg. Thank you. - - -

Died:
Verify county.

Charles married Zilpha JANE CHADWICK on 9 Oct 1858 in St. Joseph, Berrien Co., Michigan. Zilpha was born on 12 Oct 1837 in Hamilton Twp., Van Buren Co., Michigan; died on 10 Oct 1884 in Hartford, Van Buren Co., Michigan; was buried in Hartford Pioneer Cemetery. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

First husband of Elizabeth Teetzel was John Sam Williams.
Second husband was Judge Geo. Day. - - -

Birth:
Alt Loc: Buffalo, NY, Ref: Wisconsin Death Reg. [Probably refers to husband.]

Died:
Widow. Aged 63, d/o Math. Teetzel & Lawrence.

Buried:
Milwaukee.

Elizabeth married John SAMuel WILLIAMS est 1869 in Michigan. John was born in 1840 in Ontario, Canada; died in in Berrien County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Judge George DAY. George was born on 3 Dec 1840 in Troy, Rensselaer Co., New York; died on 26 May 1913 in Troy, Rensselaer Co., New York; was buried in Morton Hill Cemetery. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Julia A Teetzel married George Luce.

. 1872 Feb 6 - Petition of Julia A Luce in the Estate of [her father] Mathias Teetzel, deceased, (Summary version:)
To Judge of Probate Berrier County, Michigan, Petitioner Julia A Luce is one of the heirs-at-Law of Mathias Teetzel, Deceased & interested in the settlement of said Estate & entitled to a share of the proceeds arising from a distribution thereof: She was a daughter of Mathias Teetzel, died 1865, posses of Estate valued at $165,037 as appraised of said Estate not on file in this court. Letters of Administration granted to Jane Teetzel, wife of the deceased, although more than a year has elapsed since granting that administration. She had made no settlement or adjustments of said Estate what so ever, nor has she paid over to your petitioner her share of the proceeds of the Estate. That the Court compelled her to cause a just & full account of all matters.
Signed, Julia A Luce, 5 Feb, 1872.
Court Order published in the newspaper.
Account of Jane Teetzel, Administratrix of MT Estate: Total $16,880;

. 1865 Nov 6 - Probate Court found Jane E Teetzel to be appropriate & suitable administratrix of the Estate & Letters of Administration be issued to her.
Ref: Michigan Probate Records, 1797-1973, Berrier Co., Lib. 2, p440, File #689 [Images 477 -604, i.e. 127 pages!]. - - -

Birth:
Alt DOB 1843 /Census 1860, 17 years old.

Died:
Age 80 Married.

Family/Spouse: Henry W SPRAGUE. Henry was born est 1842; died after 1923 in Chicago, Cook Co., Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Robert Prine is the son of Julia Ann Teetzel & Richard Lawrence Johnston.

. See drawings of 'Checked Store,' on King Street; also Toronto newspapers advertisements.

Robert Johnston's son, Robt Jr. was born in Acton.

. On his father-in-law's death in 1873 he inherited the east half of lot 2, Concession 2, (York) & this became his new farm. "The present home was built by Robert Johnston at the front of the farm. An addition was made to the front of the dwelling about 1892." The farm was left to his youngest son Basil.
Certificate: mother MARY TEETZEL.

. 1978 Nov 29 - The Siloam Brick Church as it was commonly called, was Methodist Episcopal Church, built by Eli Snyder, On the north westerly corner Lot 32, Con 3, Esquesing, & founded 1862. The erection of this church & the organization of a church society was the outcome of gracious revival at a camp meeting held in a beech & maple grove one lot east, across the road from the Churchill Cemetery. The erection of the Brick Church was an important event in the annals of the Community. The families most intimately associated with the enterprise were the Snyders, Leslies & the Johnston & others. ...Time saw numerous changes it was attached to Rockwood circuit. ...Regretfully closed in 1920 the membership was transferred to Acton Church ...The brick from the church were purchased by Mr. Basil Johnston, Lot 2 & used to brick his house.
. Orwell Johnson members got to Sunday School in a the little brick church. & traveling up the First Line from his family farm behind a trotting horse. The Johnston family didn't take Hwy. 7 to reach the corner of Hwy. 25 & Town Boundary where the church was situated. There were no paved highways in 1909. Instead the horse would travel his familiar route fromFirst Line along a sidereal now long gone, beside harry Murray's farm to Town boundary & Second Line.
Mr. Johnston remembers being taught by Mrs. Albert McKeown, mother of our presents postmaster. He loved the classes although they were very different from present day Sunday School. Both Clarence & Orwell enjoyed their Sun. School days although they maintained they were well behaved boys not getting into mischief. I had to behave - I had strict father. If a I let a hymn book fall, he would take me out & lick (punish) me.
At one point a fierce storm blew the church roof off & flattened the driving sheds. The congregation clubbed together & repaired the damaged with a few days but Orwell Johnston fells the church started to go downhill from then on. Photo of Mr Mrs. O Johnston, seated, apparently in a house.
PHOTO Mr Mrs Orwell Johnston, both seated, (possibly taken inside a house), looking at early Brick Church documents.
Ref: Acton's Early Days, pub. 1939, by the Acton Free Press & Abbreviated, Wellington Co. Museum & Archives.

. 1866 Toronto & Peel Directory: Johnston, Richard, wharfing, house 27 Seaton
. 1867 Erin Twp. Directory: Johnston, Robt., Fl. 2, Con 2, Freeholder.

. 1887 Jan 6 - Erin Free Pressings from our new Correspondent:
Robert Johnson was elected trustee for the Leslie section last Wednesday. We have not learned who was chose for the 4th line.

The Johnston Farm
. E 1/2 Lot 2, Con. 2, was taken from the Crown in 1823, & changed hands several times before it was purchased by James Leslie in 1841. In 1873, at the death of James Leslie, this 100 acres was willed to his daughter, Martha & her husband, Robert Johnston.
The first log house was built far back from the road, with part of it being over a never-failing spring. A new home was built by Robert Johnston, closer to the road, with the front part being added in 1892. Married in 1865, Robert & Martha Johnston had a family 6 sons & 6 daughters. Robert died in 1911, & the youngest son, Basil, succeeded to the farm. 3 years later he married Catherine Gray, & they had 1 son & 1 daughter. In 1939 Basil Johnston died, as the result of an accident. His son, Elwood purchased the farm in 1943. He married Mary Cutts, & they have a family of 3 daughters & 1 son. They operated a dairy farm, & also own 100 acres, Lot 3, 3rd line.
Ref: History of Erin Township.

TWEEDSMUIR HISTORY, as recorded by Greennock Women's Institute:
. 1889 - Robert Johnston, School Secretary-Treasurer.
Note1: Is this referenced to the Greennock School. - PJA
Ref: Wellington Co. Archives & Museum.

. 1893 Jan., Erin - Aged Ram Astray - Came upon the premises, Lot 4, Con 2, Erin, about 15 October, an aged ram. The owner will prove property, pay expenses & remove it.
Ref: Acton Free Press, advertisement published 1893 Feb 2.

. 1896 & 1899 - Johnston, Robt. Acton, Esquesing Twp. Freehold, Con 3, Lot 32,
Ref: Nirret's Business Directory.

. 1898 Jan 6, Leslie's School, Mr A McIntyre who has been teacher in S S No 8, Erin for the past 2 years end his labors last Wed. Dec 22. he has been very success teach & made many friends whom join in wishing him future success. Wed Afternoon a ref program was given by the scholars. Robt. Johnson, Esq., occupied the chair & requested the pupils to come to the front when Ernest Near read an address.
.1898 Aug 4, Robert Johnston is improving his residence on Main Street by the addition of another story.
Ref: Acton Free Press newspaper.

WILL of Robt. Johnston, Sr.:
To son Robert, the house & lot west of Mary Ann's with the privilege to the secure belonging. 12 Aug. 1843. Estate Files J4.
Note2: That is TWO next to the store at King & Toronto St. - PJA.

. Ontario Death Registration, Erin Town
Robert Johnston, died 1 Jul 1911, aged 71 years /b 1840,
Father Richd. Johnston, Palermo & mother Mary Teetzel*
Informant Basil Johnston.
Died Erin Twp., Farmer, Cancer, Asthenia [weakness], Dr. Grey.

*Note3: Son Basil Johnson is the informant. He has crossed the names of his father's mother:
The first wife of his grandfather, Richard Lawrence Johnston, was Julia Ann Teetzel. 2nd wife: Mary Stevenson. - PJA.

. Lawrence Relatives:
Cousin Richard Lawrence Hamilton also lived in Acton at this time. Robert L Johnson & brother Richd. L Johnson, Senior & Junior surely must have have contact with their Cousin Richard L Hamilton (& his brothers & sisters). R L Johnson, Jr. was born 1869 & thus 30 years younger than R L Hamilton.

Recorded for further research"
. Johnston, Robt. Laurence - In loving memory of a dear son, brother, father & grandfather who passed away February 6, 1995. Though we can not see him smile & his hands we can not touch, His memory is our keepsake, With which we'll never part. Sadly missed by his mother Margaret Johnston & sisters Joyce, Dorothy & Helen.

Ontario Land Registry Abstract, Wellington Book 152
Lot 2, Con 2, Twp. of Erin
. 1841 May 4, Bargain&Sale, Thos. Martin & Wife, to James Leslie, £100, East Half, 100A.
. 1873 Jun 13, Probate Will, James Leslie, to John & Joel Leslie, Executors & Lydia Leslie Executrix of James Leslie. To sell & convey.
. 1874 Mar 10, Quit claim, Phebe Fonger & Robert Johnston & Wife & Robt. Tovell, to John Leslie, SE Half.
. 1874 Aug 25, B&S, Robt. Tovell, to Robt. Johnston, EHalf 100A. with use of Spring & right of way.
. 1908 Jul 9, Registered 1911 Jul 25, Probate WILL, Robert Johnston, decd., to Basil C Johnston, EHalf, Subject to legacies.
. David A Henderson & Wife, to Richard L Johnston, $1800, Half 100A., Special re Timber etc.
. 1939 Oct 5, Grant, Elwood Johnston & Laura Johnston spinster, heirs of Basil Johnston dec, to Catherine Johnston, $1., E half 100A., Treasurer consents others.
. 1943 Oct 26, Grant, Catherine Johnston, Widow, to R Elwood Johnston, Affection & $2000, EHalf Acres.
. 1954 Mar 24, Oil & Gas Grant, R Elwood Johnston & Wife, to Tony Seynuck, East Half 100A @ $1. per year: Re Drilling & operating for oil.
1956 Aug 24, Probate WILL, Richard L Johnston, decd., to sons: Albert L O Johnston & Wm. R Johnston, West Half, as tenants in common.
. 1959 May 14, Grant, Albert L Johnston & XX missing off edge of page.

Lot 3, Con 2, Twp. of Erin,
. 1958 Jul 28, Grant, Elevyn Hepburn Committee of Walter & Irene Lambert, to Robt E & Mary C Johnston, $1. West Half 100A., as joint tenants, subject to easement.
. 1996.8.12. Robt. & Elwood Johnston, to Barbara & Randy Walker, as joint tenants.

Note4 to researchers: This appears to be a different person
Lot 28, Con 8, Esquesing, Book, 18, p267
. 1862 Aug 18, Quit claim, Abraham Lindsay, to Eliza Johnston, 50A.
. 1862 Aug 15, Frontage, Rott Johnson & his wife Eliza, to Abraham? Lindsay, $1000.

. Research & transcriptions by PJ Ahlberg. Thank you. - - -

Birth:
Alt Name: Robt. Pryan Johnston.

Died:
Lot 1, Con 2, Acton. COD: Cancer, Astharia.

Buried:
Acton. Buried with wife Martha Leslie Johnston.

Robert married Lydia MARTHA LESLIE on 27 Sep 1865 in Ballinafad, Erin Twp., Wellington Co., Ontario. Lydia was born on 16 Oct 1844 in Glen Williams, Esquesting Twp., Halton Co., Ontario; died on 2 Oct 1930 in Acton, Esquesing Twp., Halton Co., Ontario; was buried in Fairview Cemetery. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Julia Ann is the daughter of Julia Ann Teetzel & Richard Lawrence Johnston.

. 1871 Esquesing Twp., Halton Co., Ontario
Age 26 /1845, born Ont., English origin, Rel: E Meth.

. Ontario Marriage Registration # 003481-78 (Halton Co)
Joseph Fearnley, Widower, 40, Canada, Acton, Farmer
s/o George & Ann Fearnley,
married Julia Ann JOHNSTON, 33, Canada, Acton,
d/o Richard L. & Julia Ann Johnston,
Witn: Sarah J. Johnston, Esquesing & George Townsend, Chinguacousy married 5 June 1878 at Nassagaweya.

. 1897 Jun 17 - Death of Mrs. Joseph Fernley.
Mrs. Fernley came to Acton from her home at Brantford last Christmas [1896] & has ever since been lying ill at the home of her brother, Robert Johnston, Esq. After much suffering, death came to her relief on Tuesday morning. Mrs. Fernley was the eldest daughter of the late "Dr" Richard L. Johnston & was married to Mr. Joseph Fernley about 19 years ago. [1878]. Mr. Fernley died at London some 15 years ago [1882]. Mrs. Fernley was a confiding Christian & died trusting her Saviour. The funeral will take place this afternoon to the cemetery at Churchill.
Ref: Acton Free Press, 17 Jun 1897, page 3, column 2. - - -

Died:
COD, Liver disease, at the home of brother Robt. Johnston.

Julia married Joseph FERNLEY on 5 Jun 1878 in Nassagaweya Twp., Halton Co., Ontario. Joseph was born in 1837 in Brantford, Brant Co., Ontario; died on 16 Nov 1881 in West Flamboro, Wentworth Co., Ontario. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Sarah is the daughter of Julia Ann Teetzel & Richard Lawrence Johnston.

. Ontario Marriage Registration 3781-80
John H. Leavens, 22, laborer, Georgetown, Esquesing,
s/o Charles Leavens, & blank Willson,
married Sarah J. Johnston, 29, /1851. Residing at Waterdown Ont. & born at Esquesing Twp.,
d/o Richard L. Johnston & Julia Ann Teetzel,
Witn: James Snider of Erin & *Nellie Johnson of Esquesing, married 27 Oct 1880 at Georgetown, Methodist Church.
Note: *Nellie is the half-sister of Sarah Jane Johnson.

. 1912 Jul 25 Acton. John Leavens of Parry Sound was here this week. He brought Mrs Leavens to Toronto for treatment for her eyesight, which has become much more defective since she left here. She will remain here for a month or two.
Ref: Acton Free Press newspaper.
. 1914 Jan 29 - Leavens, John, Mrs., Death died. Leavens, At Parry Sound on Wed. 20? January, Sarah Leavens, aged 62 years.
Ref: Acton Free Press, p2, col 1.

. Obituary, CREWSONS CORNERS
. 1914 Jan 20 - Death claimed another former resident of this place, Mrs. John Leavens, who died at her home in Parry Sound on the 20th inst. Interment took place to Acton cemetery last Friday. Her husband, 2 sons & 1 daughter survive to mourn the loss of a loving wife & mother.
Ref: Acton Free Press, published 1914 Jan 29, p3 col 1. - - -

Birth:
Resided 1881 beside father's property,

Died:
Bay Street.

Sarah married John Henry LEAVENS on 27 Oct 1880 in Georgetown, Esquesing Twp., Halton Co., Ontario. John was born in 1858 in Georgetown, Esquesing Twp., Halton Co., Ontario; died after 1914 in Parry Sound, Ontario; was buried in Acton Pioneer Cemetery. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Maggie is the daughter of Julia Ann Teetzel & Richard Lawrence Johnston.

. Ontario Middlesex Marriage, London
John James McMaster, age 23 / 1855, Erin Twp., Wellington Co.
Resided Twp. Eramosa Twp., Wellington Co., Ontario, farmer
married Margaret Johnston,
age 25 /born 1853, London, Ontario, Resided Waterdown, Wentworth Co.,
d/o Richard & Julia Johnston.
Wit: William Teetzel & Samuel Campford?

. 1878 Dec 5 - In London, at the residence of the bride's brother-in-law, on the 23rd lets. Mr. John McMaster of Erin
to Miss Maggie, third daughter of Richard Johnson of Esquesing.
Ref: Acton Free Press. - - -

Birth:
[Milton, ON .]

Died:
Verify

Buried:
Oak Harbor, Washington.

Margaret married John MCMASTER on 27 Nov 1878 in London, Middlesex Co., Ontario. John was born in Feb 1847 in Erin Twp., Wellington Co., Ontario; died after 1906 in Washington State. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Jane Elizabeth is the daughter of John S Teetzel & Hadassah Lawrence.

Birth:
Alt Name: Jane Elizabeth, Ref: MI Death Registration.

Died:
Attended brother C W Teetzel funeral.

Buried:
Monument reads E Jane Teetzel.

Elizabeth married Andrew Wm. KENNEDY on 4 Mar 1858 in Berrien County, Michigan. Andrew was born in 1835 in Ireland; died in Jun 1912 in Benton Harbor, Berrien Co., Michigan; was buried in Morton Hill Cemetery. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Mary Anna is the daughter of Hester Lawrence & John S Teetzel.

. 1869 Minutes of the Michigan Methodist Episcopal Church Annual Conference.
Mrs. John Teetzel & Miss M. A. Teetzel, each $1.00.

. Morton Hill Cemetery: Mrs. W. A. Smith B 1842, died 1915 (William Smith not list for this cemetery.)

. Alternate date of marriage 31 Oct 1870 to William Smith. Verify. - - -

Birth:
Ref: MI. Death Cert.

Died:
COD: Hemiplegia. Aged: 65y 5m 8d. = 1841.2.24

Buried:
VERIFY buried or listed also at Crystal Springs Cem.

Mary married William A SMITH on 31 Oct 1870 in Benton Harbor, Berrien Co., Michigan. William was born in 1847 in Ohio; died on 11 Oct 1873 in Benton Harbor, Berrien Co., Michigan; was buried in Berrien County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Margaret is the daughter of Hadassa Lawrence & John Teetzel.

. 1870 Jun 27 Census Benton Harbour, Michigan
Relatives residing beside each other were:
. Margaret Teetzel & husband Horace Bronson & son Charles Bronson. (Mother Haddassah Hester Lawrence.)

. Daniel Lawrence & wife Jane, children William, John & Robert Lawrence. (Their uncle, brother to Haddassah Lawrence Teetzel and Elizabeth Lawrence Osborn.)
. John Osborn & wife Juditha & son Daniel Osborn. (Grandson of Elizabeth Lawrence Osborn Tarbox.)

. 1901 Jul 9, Horace Brunson returned to Chicago Monday evening while his wife remains, visiting her brother Chas Teetzel & the family of W E Kennedy.
. Mr Mrs CD Cole & Mr Mrs Horace Brunson left his afternoon for Chicago after spending Sunday with Mr Mrs SG Antisdale.

. 1910 May 25 - Mrs JC Fyfe of Chicago is spending the week with her mother, Mrs SG Antisdale. Mrs Horace Brunson of Chicago is also a guest at Oakwood & is visiting other relatives in this city.
Ref: News Palladium newspaper, Benton Harbor, MI. - - -

Birth:
/ 1860 Census.

Died:
2444 Lexington St. Aged 71y 11m 7d. COD: Paralysis Hemiplegia at 9:45 P.M., 7 days.

Buried:
Informant F A Brunson 2438 Lexington St.

Margaret married Horace BRUNSON in c 1861. Horace was born in Apr 1838 in Indiana; died in Nov 1909 in Benton Harbor, Berrien Co., Michigan; was buried in Crystal Springs Cemetery. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

. 1880 Census Benton Harbour, Berrien, Michigan,
John W. Teetzel, Self, M, Male, W, 34y /1846 Canada, Laborer, Canada
Mary Teetzel, Wife, M., Female, White, 31y,1849, born MI, Keeping House, NY, NY.

. 1884 Apr 26 Sat. St Joseph Traveler Herald, Saint Joseph, Michigan,
St. Joseph, Circuit Court convened the the Court House on Monday, Judge S Smith presiding.
John W Teetzel & Mary Teetzel VS. James Pointer. Plaintiff ordered to file security for costs & order was made.

. 1884 Jun 14 Sat. St. Joseph,
Circuit Court, John W Teetzel vs. James Ponter. Plaintiff having failed to give security for costs, the case was dismissed.

. 1887 Jan 22 - The following suits ere commenced last week: J. W. Teetzel Vs. Warren C Riale, Appeal $70.65.
Ref: Ottawa Free Trader.

. 1887 Aug 19 - Enlarging the Fair Ground. Board of agricultural society considered an offer made by John Teetzel, Jr. for these to the society a strop of land 2 rode wide & running the entire with of the fair for $100. The board authorized the payment of the sum asked.

. 1892 Nov 11 Mrs. John Teetzel & Chas Teetzel took the train Thursday morning for Detroit where David Teetzel is very low & not expected to live.

. 1902 Dec 4. Benton Harbor., Mr. John Teetzel of Ottawa, who has been the guest of his brother, Mr. Charles Teetzel, has gone to Allegan where his wife is at present visiting relatives.

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Birth:
/1860 Census.

Died:
Aged 71 y.

John married Mary D DARLING in 1867. Mary was born on 10 Mar 1848 in Amherst, Ohio; died on 4 Jun 1934 in Evanston, Cook Co., Illinois; was buried on 6 Jun 1934 in Graceland Cemetery. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Teetzel, Geo, painter, res Colfax ave, wife.
Ref: 1896 Benton Harbor, Michigan - City Directory.

. 1870 Census, Benton, Berrien Co., Michigan, Born Canada, 22 /1847, Residing with parents & siblings.

. 1875 May 28 - Golden Wonder, Relieves & cures all infirmities of the system, not chronic in a few minutes, Sole agency for the city: Chapskey & Teetzel, 145 Gravier St.
. 1872 Jul 11- Copartnership - The undersigned will continue the business of the New Orleans Stencil Works & Manufactory of Teetzel's Celebrated Magic Battery, at the old stand, 145 Gravier Street; also retain the agency for the Golden Wonder. Geo. E. Teetzel & Co.

. Dissolution of co-partnership - the copartnership heretofore existing between the undersigned, under the name of Chapsky & Teetzel, is this day dissolved by mutual consent. Mr. Robert Chapsky assumes all liabilities of the old firm & will collect all outstanding debts up to June 15. 1872. Robert Chapseky, Geo. E. Teetzel.
Ref: Times Picayune Newspaper, Louisiana. - - -

Birth:
Alt DOB: 1848 / 1860 & 1870 Census Berrien, Mich.

Buried:
Benton Harbor.

George married Frances Ada FANNIE WOODRUFF on 6 Oct 1875 in Benton Harbor, Berrien Co., Michigan. Frances was born on 16 Oct 1851 in Great Bend, Susquehanna Co., Pennsylvania; died on 15 Feb 1896 in Benton Harbor, Berrien Co., Michigan; was buried in Morton Hill Cemetery. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

. Mrs H run-on & Miss Hester Teetzel of Chicago are visiting relatives here.
Ref: News Palladium newspaper, Benton Harbor, M

. 1907 Benton Harbor, St. Joseph, Niles & Berrier Co. Directory
Teetzel, Hester, f, 30, 1, $750., Benton, Benton Harbor.

. 1909 Mar 11 - Miss Hester Teetzel of Chicago is visiting Mr. & Mrs. W. Kennedy.
Ref: Saint Joseph The Weekly Press.

Obiturary
. 1911 Mar 9 - Miss Hester Teetzel Deal was well known in the Twin Cities - Remains brought Here.
Intelligence of the death of Miss Hester Teetzel of Chicago, for many years a resident of this city was a great shock to relatives & friends here today. It is expected the remains will be brought her tonight for interment & funeral arrangements will be announced later. The cause of death was pneumonia & after an illness of but a few days. She was a cousin of Mrs Chas Teetzel & Mrs Andrew Kennedy, both of this city. Remains will be brought here tomorrow. funeral on Saturday.

. 1911 Mar 11,Respect is Paid, Funeral Late Hester Teetzel Held this morning at Wm E Kennedy home on Broadway was held the funeral of the late Hester Teetzel tis morning, the house being filled with many friends who came to pay their last respects to one who was well known in the community some years ago. The floral displays large. NA McCune of the Methodist church officiated. Interment at the Morton cemetery. In her death local friends are called upon once more to realized that the passing of those who have been prominent in the city is gradually decreasing the circles & breaking the ranks of those who have watch the progress of the city, even though taking up residence for awhile elsewhere.
Ref: News Palladium newspaper, Benton Harbor, MI.

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Died:
2438 Lexington St. (4 ys.) D. endriocardis & Nephritis. & Hypostatic pneumonia & arteriosclerosis.

Buried:
Aged 60y 9 13d.

Notes:

Charles Wesley is the son of Hester Lawrence & John Teetzel.

. 1877 Michigan Gazetteer: Benton Harbor: Teetzel, C W.

. 1880 Jun 5 Census, Benton
Charles Teetzell, b 1853, age 27, jeweller,
Note: A few farms away is his in-law Daniel T Lawrence. Charles is living with his brother-in-law, Andrew, Canada, b 1832, Ireland, wife Elizabeth, b. Canada 1838,
Their children:
Willis E, Canada, b 1863, Mich., Mary, b 1866, Mich.

. 1878 Polk Directory, Benton Harbor & St. Joseph's Directory: Teetzel, C., Res. N. Water street.

. 1896 Teetzel, Chas. W, jewelry, res 183 Empire ave, cor Broadway, wife.
Ref: Benton Harbor, Michigan - City Directory.

. 1891 Dec 12 - Benton Harbor: short advertisements: Fancy clock's, Rae diamonds, Everything in silverware, See those exquisite gems at Teetzel & Haydons.
Fraternal Notes: CW Teetzel was introduced into the mysteries of the KOTM last night.
the jewelry Opening. Teetzel & Haydon, the jewelers, are having their grand holiday opening this afternoon. The store is prettily decorated in terms, palm & smilax & is overflowing with dainty things for the holidays. Music is being furnished by a music box, the strains mingling with the murmur of many callers who are received by Mrs C W Teetzel, Mrs. C T. Warner & Miss Grace Northrup. They are serving chocolate & wafers. Each lady is being presented with a souvenir in the form of a pretty bouquet of carnations.
Ref: News Palladium newspaper, Benton Harbor.

. 1887 Atlas of Berrien County, Michigan: C. Teetzel 15 Acres, Madison Lane at Empire Ave.

Michigan State Gazette 1875, Benton Harbor, Mich., Enos & Teetzel Jewelers, Main, Also entry for: Enos & Teetzel, agts. American Express Co., Main.

The History of Berrien County states he was born Toronto, Ontario. Perhaps this is given as a nearby, better known location (?) He accompanied his parents, Mr. & Mrs. Teetzel to Berrien Co. At the age of 16 Chas. W. became an apprentice to Henry Enos, a jewelery man of Benton Harbor, where he continued to for for forty years.

. 1888 Feb 14, US Patent Office, Charles W Teetzel of Benton Harbor, Michigan
Holdback for Vehicles, Letters Patent # 393,797, Dated Dec 4, 1888, Application Filed Feb 14, 1888. To all whom it many concern, be it known that I Charles W Teetzel of Benton, Berrier Co., Michigan, ave invented a new & useful improvement in Safety Holdback Strap Attachments, of which the following is a description [much abbreviated]
it consists of a metal case or shell to be attached to the shaft or thill, on one side of which case is a flexible metallic spring, the action of which spring holds in position within a slot in the case a loop attachment have a T shaped lug, which loop attachment holds firm when bulled backward, but which detaches itself well pulled forward… Accompanied by drawings. ...the holding back attachment holds firmly; but should the strap pull forward, because of the horse becoming detached from the whiffletree, the holdback strap will become detached from the thill & the horse go free, thus avoiding an accident by the dragging of the hills upon the ground. Charles W Teetzel, Witness A J Kidd, F G Worth.

. 1898, Fifty years ago: 'Brownie' is going to the Klondike. Brownie is Mr. & Mrs. C W Teetzel's Big Newfoundland dog which figured so prominently in court not so long ago. Mr. L Bashford is going to take the handsome animal with him to the Alaskan gold fields & Brownie's shoes & blankets are being made ready today. - Republished 1948 Feb 6th.

. 1899 Sep 23 Sept 1899 Messrs. Teetzel & Hamilton will open another store in St. Joseph, Oct 1, of which Mr. H. A. HAMILTON will have charge. Mr. Teetzel remaining in the store here. The stocks of both stores are to be filled to meet all demands.

. 1899. Dec 12 - Advertisement: Teetzel & Hamilton, Watches, Clocks, Jewelery, Silverware, Two stores, well filled, new stocks, all novelties, latest in everything, Benton Harbor, & St. Joseph. - We are closing out C E Bowman's line of musical instruments cost.

Mr. C W Teetzel has accrued a place in the room adjoining the post office for his jewelry store & will not leave Benton Harbor. He will move his goods there at once. Mr. Geo. Alger will have his jeweler's bench here also.

. 1900 Jun 21. Dissolved Partnership. The firm of Teetzel & Hamilton formally dissolved partnership today. Mr. T retains the store in Benton Harbor & Mr. Hamilton takes the St. Joseph business. The dissolution is the result of the increase & growth of the firms business & seemed advisable for the mutual interests of the parties. Mr. T has for many hears been engaged in the jewelry business in this city & his success is note with satisfaction of his friends.

. 1902 Mar 4. FOR RENT: 8 acre farm near town. Enquire of C W Teetzel, next door to post office.

. 1902 Jul 31 , A Happy Midsummer Occasion at Home of Mrs. Teetzel. The ladies of the GAR ... at home of Mr. & Mrs. Charles Teetzel, Wed. under the maples tees bedecked with the stars & stripes, a long & bounteous spread table was places & amid the twittering of birds, surrounded by the tall & stately hollyhock & fair gardens, the company did enjoy a free & happy hour at 12 o'clock.

. 1902 August 5 - A pair of silver rimmed spectacles in a case marked O A Carr, Wabash, were found Monday night & left at Charles Teetzel's jewelry store.

. 1902 Dec 4 - Benton Harbor. Mr. John Teetzel of Ottawa, who has been the guest of his brother, Mr. Charles Teetzel, has gone to Allegan where his wife is at present visiting relatives.

. 1904 - 30 Years Ago - C W Teetzel, the oldest jeweler in the twin cities, who has been in business as any other man in this city, ill consolidate his stock with that of Geo. D Alger under the firm name of Teetzel & Alger. Mr. Alger has been located in this city for 10 years. The Alger stock will be moved to the room in the Graham block where Mr. Teetzel has been located for the fast year.
Ref: The News Palladium, published 1934 Feb 22.

. 1897 Dec 12, Thus. ...a dependable article here is a store that gives you a square deal any day in the year Diamonds, Watches, Clocks , Jewelry ware both solid & plated, Novelties of all kinds & description.s TEETZEL ALGER Jewelers & Opticians. 02 Witter Street. Watch I Inspectors for Big 4.

. 1906 Jul 23 - Obituary, Benton Harbor. Chas W Teetzel died at his home Sunday evening at 6 o'clock, the result of a stroke of apoplexy. Mr. Teetzel was stricken while taking a bath about 10 am. He was found in an unconscious state by his wife who summoned help & the mantas carried to his bend where he passed away without regaining consciousness. deceased leaves 4 sister: Mrs Wm. Smith, Mrs NG Kennedy of this city, Mrs Brunson & Miss Hester Teetzel of Chicago, George & John Teetzel, the later of South Bend. Mr Teetzel has been a prominent jeweler & business man of this city years & he will be missed from the active circles of the community. funeral arranges have not yet been made.
Ref: Herald Press, Saint Joseph, MI.

. 1908 Dec 3, Advertisement: TEETZEL & ALGER JEWELERS. - Are you skeptical concerning our advertising? Are you on who believes it's just talk? But when we say "we have the best CHRISTMAS JEWELRY stock in town you'll admit that your lack of knowledge on the subject is not proof that it is not so.
There are no secrets in this store. Our prices are marked in plain figures. These are no superficial temporaries. Our goods are genuinely good. & impartial public common sense seems to recognize intelligent & honest salesmanship. TEETZEL & ALGER Jewelers, Benton Harbor, Mich., 102 Water St.

. 1908 May 21. Probate. Estate of Charles W Teetzel, deceased, final accounting. The Weekly Press, Saint Joseph Mich.

. 1908 Jan 22 - injure prompt attention please have your order early Everything in the of cut flowers & funeral also palms for rent. Manager J JEWELERS A souvenir spoons tx G M fleet spoons Teetzel Alger line of souvenir spoons. As to our special G M fleet spoons elusive sale A large line of glass & hand painted ccxx class...
Ref: News Palladium.

. 1910 Jun 14, Tues. - birthday & wedding gifts And our best efforts are aimed at quality & diversity we a ways keep price consideration well in mind It is these three factors that are making the Teetzel Alger store a synonym for safe trading THE REFLEX INVERTED LAMP throws the light down where you want it. It throws 99 candle power...

. 1909 Jul 21, Wed. - number & a gold filled watch with case guaranteed for 20 years to the lady receiving the fourth largest number watches will be on exhibition at the 108 Pipestone Street Haydoits 117 street Teetzel Alger 102 Water street & Hamilton Bros Co 105 East Main street Pitchers old stand The pianos will be in a short time...

. 1910 Aug 10, Sat -Birthday & wedding gifts & while our best efforts are aimed at quality & diversity we always keep price consideration well in mind It is these two factors that are making the Teetzel Alger store a synonym for safe trading High Price for Relic A oak Jacobean cabinet which had been used as a medicine chest in...

. 1915 Advertisements of business houses appear in this first number of The Daily Palladium as follows:
- C. W. Teetzel, Jewelry.
History of Benton Harbor & Tales of Village Days, 1915.

Further research, which Charles Teetzel's marriage: TEETZEL, CHARLES W & FRANK, AGNES M TEETZEL, TUSCOLA,- 24 FEB 1884.
. Research & transcriptions by PJ Ahlberg. Thank you. - - -

* History to Berrien County: CHARLES WESLEY TEETZEL:
The life of Charles W Teetzel was so varied in its activity, so honorable in its purpose, so far-reaching in its effects that it became an integral part of the history of Benton Harbor & he also left an impress upon the annals of this portion of the state. In no sense a man in public light he nevertheless exerted an immeasurable influence upon the city of his residence & in business life as a financier & promoter of important industrial & commercial enterprises; in social circles by reason of a charming personality & unfeigned cordiality; in political circles by reasons of this public spirit & devotion to the general good; & in the development of those actions which ameliorated had conditions of life & of the calling forth of benevolences & liberality. Thus it was that he became known as "one ob Benton Harbor's leading mean & best beloved citizens.
At the time of his death Mr. Teetzel was the oldest business in BH in years of continuous connection with its mercantile circles. He was born in Toronto, Ontario, Sep 23, 1851 & in his youth accompanied his parents, Mr & Mrs. John Teetzel, to Berrien county, his father being a pioneer of this section of the state. The public schools afforded his educational privileges, & when 16 y. of age he put aside his text-books & entered the business world, where for many years he figured prominently & honorably. He became apprentice to Henry Enos, the pioneer jewelery man of BH & eventually he purchased the business of his employer & continued therein up to the time of this death, covering a period of almost 40 years.
During the latter part of the time he was associated with Geo. D Alger, under the firm style of Teetzel & Alger, this connection continuing for 2 & half years. A for a period he was associated with Fred Hamilton, conducting stores in BH & St. Joseph. He was a man of progressive spirit & ever desired to attain the highest degree of perfection possible in the conduct of his businesses interests. At the same time he was thoroughly reliable & trustworthy.

In 1890 Mr. Teetzel was united in marriage to Jennie E Teetzel & their was largely an ideal married life. congenial by nature their companionship was strengthened with the passing years & it was the effort of each to promote the happiness & welfare of the other. Many there were who benefited by the efforts & liberality of Mr. Teetzel, the poor & needy always found in him a friend & no appeal was ever made to him in vain by one who really needed air. It has been said of him that he often deprived himself of pleasures he might have enjoyed were it not for the open-handedness to persons in times of distress. He gave freely, generously & unostentatiously & oftentimes no one know of his benefactions save the recipient. In fact he shunned & avoided all publicity in connection with his many kindness but be builded for himself a monument in the gratitude & love of whom he assisted. Public measures, too, received his endorsement when he felt that the purpose was to benefit the city or promote its material, social, intellectual, political of moral welfare. He was a life long & ardent Republican in politics but never held a public office, although the opportunities to do so were numerous. He held membership in the Knights of the Maccabees & the Patricians.

His death came suddenly & was a great shock to his fellow citizens. In fact he had won so prominent a place in public regard by reasons of his long & active connection with business life, his co-operation in public affairs & his efforts in behalf of the poor & needed that this death came as a personal bereavement to nearly all who knew him. e passed away July 22, 1906. He was a man of most congenial affable & jovial nature, & shed around him much of the sunshine of life. He was also a great man because of the use he made of his talents & opportunities, because his thoughts were not self-centered but were given to the mastery of life's problems & a fulfillment of this duty as a man in his relations to his fellowmen & as a citizen in his relations to his city, his state & his country.

Ref: A Twentieth Century History of Berrien County, Michigan by Orville W. Coolidge, 1906. page 956. - - -

Died:
Probated 21 May 1908.

Charles married Jennie E. ( Petitt ) BELL on 4 Jun 1890 in Bainbridge, Berrien Co., Michigan. Jennie (daughter of Joseph BELL and Mary Green TEETZEL, .I) was born in Jan 1856 in Michigan; died after 1906 in Benton Harbor, Berrien Co., Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

. John Bell, M.B., M.D., (Summary)
President of the Benton Harbor Improvement Association, successful physician & surgeon, residing in this city, was born in Milton, Halton Co., Ontario, Sept 25, 1840. His father Joseph Bell, was a native of England & emigrated to Canada in an early day as a farmer. Subsequently he came to BH, were he resided until his death in June 1888. His mother was Mary Teetzel, native of Canada, now BH.

. 1867 Michigan State Gazette - Benton Harbor, John Bell Physician.

. At the age of 19y he commenced to read medicine with Dr. Freeman, a prominent practitioner of Milton, Ontario. University of Toronto for one year, U of NY & graduated 1860 as a M.D. Following year U of T, receiving the degree of M.B. Bachelor of Medicine. In Apr 1862, Dr. Bell came to Benton Harbor conducted general practice & surgery. In 1889 he aided organization of BH Improvement Assoc.

. Dec. 1896? he was united in marriage with Miss Annetta, daughter of Thomas & Hannah Dickinson Hopkins, of Trumansburgh, NY. In politics he is a Republican.
Ref: Portrait & Biographical Record of Berrien & Cass Counties, Michigan, 1893. - - -

Notes:

in May 1876 Geo. M Bell married Anna Nichols, daughter of Anna & Edgar Nichols of NY. Anna was born San Antonia Texas.

One son, John Bell.

* Biography George M Bell
George M Bell, M.D. practicing along modern scientific lines in Benton Harbor, was born Milton, Halton Co., Province of Ontario, Sep 9, 1848, parents: Joseph & Mary Teetzel Bell. At the age of 15 years he came to Berrien County, Michigan. Reading medicine under the direction & in the office of his brother Dr. John Bell, Benton Harbor. University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, 1866 - 1870. General practitioner, special attention to the disease of children. Surgeon Big Four Railroad Co. for 15 y. & Board of pension examiners since 1886. Surgeon to BH & St. Joseph.
In May 1876 Dr. Bell married Miss Ann Nichols, daughter of Anna & Edgar Nichols, formerly of NY. Mrs. Bell was born San Antonio, Texas.
Ref: A Twentieth Century History of Berrien County, Michigan by Orville W. Coolidge, 1906. page 956.

* George Mathias Bell, Summary:
Dr. Bell represents both English & German blood. His father Joseph Bell, came from England & settled in Halton Co., Ontario - died in 1887.
His Mother Mary Green Teetzel was of German descent & died 1896 at BH. The family moved to Se. Joseph in 1862.
Dr. Bell entered the drug store of Gates & Bell inn BH, where for 4 years he did the work of both clerk & student during the summers months & University during the winter, graduated 1870.
As an all around, enterprising citizen, Dr. Bell was one of the 3 who built the beautiful opera house (known as the Bell Opera House) at Benton Harbor, costing about $30,00, seating 1,500. Politically, Dr. Bell is an independent.
Geo. Bell married May 15, 1876 to Anna Nichols, daughter of Edgar Nichols of BH.
One son, John Bell, Jr, first sergeant in Company I, 33 Michigan Infantry, Spanish-American war & saw service in Cuba.

(Photo of Dr. Geo. Bell is blacked out in this particular edition. - PJA)
Ref: Michigan Country Histories & Atlases, Men of progress: embracing biographical sketches of representative Michigan men. 1900. - - -

Died:
Aged 61y 10m 27d.

Notes:

Jennie E Pettit Teetzel is the daughter of Elizabeth Hager & Hiram H Teetzel.

. The WAR of 1812
Muster Roll of Capt. Abram Nelles' Flank Company, Lincoln Co., from 24th July to the 24th of August 1812, both days inclusive. - Charles Petit & Jonathan Teetzel).

Jennie E Bell Teetzel married first Bryron B Petitt,
& at the age of 34 her second marriage was to first cousin Charles Westley Teetzel.


New Palladium Newspaper, Benton Habor, Michigan:
. 1897 - The Guards of the Lady Maccabees were charmingly entertained last evening b Mrs. C C Teetzel at her home on Empire Avenue, About 20 ladies were present. Republished, Thus., Jan 9, 1947. Do you remember?

. 1905 Jun 10 - Mr. & Mrs. J C Lewis & daughter Marion arrived yesterday in the city & will be guests of Mr. & Mrs. W. Teetzel.
4 Jul 1905. William Teetzel is very ill at his home on Wall Street.
. 1905 Aug 25. Miss Ina Forton has accepted a position a position at the Teetzel & Alger jewellery store.

. 1902 Sep 2 - Mrs. C W Teetzel is spending the day in Niles with Mr & Mrs. J C Lewis who will appear there tonight in "Si Plunkard.".

. 1905 Sep 7 - L.O.T.M.M. The Lady Maccabees held a regular meeting last evening, 40 members attended. ... Mrs. C W Teetzel being elected lieutenant commander to fill the vacancy. - - -

Birth:
Alt Name:l Jane 'Jennie' Bell.

Died:
/ Resided.

Jennie married Byron B PETITT on 24 Jan 1877 in St. Joseph, Berrien Co., Michigan. Byron was born in 1854 in Ledyard, New York; died before 1890 in Berrien County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Jennie married Charles Wesley TEETZEL, .5 on 4 Jun 1890 in Bainbridge, Berrien Co., Michigan. Charles (son of John Solomon TEETZEL, Jr. and Hadassah HESTER LAWRENCE, DUE) was born on 23 Sep 1851 in Toronto, York Co., Ontario; died on 22 Jul 1906 in Benton Harbor, Berrien Co., Michigan; was buried in Morton Hill Cemetery. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Dorothy is the daughter of Mary Teetzel, born Canada & Joseph Bell, born England.

. Death Records: Dorothy Collins [Dorothy Bell] 
born 3 Sep 1860, Canada
Died 9 Oct 1945, 266 Brunson, Berrien Centre, Berrien, Michigan
Burial Date: 12 Oct 1945
Burial Place: Benton Harbor, Mich. Crystal Springs
Occupation: Milliner, Marital Status: Divorced. - - -

Died:
266 Brunson, divorced. Aged 81y.

Buried:
Benton Harbor.

Notes:

. 1860 Census St. Joseph, Berrien Co., Michigan, Mary S J MARTIN, Age 10 /b. 1860 Canada. Residing with grandparents.

. She is named for her mother, and grandmothers Mary Tufford and Jane Lawrence and, of course, her mother was Mary Margaret Teetzel.

. 1870 Jun 18 - MORTGAGE SALE: he widowed, grandmother, Jane Lawrence Teetzel was guardian and trustee of Lots 444 and 445, St. Joseph's. Ordered to be sold at public action on Court House steps of the village of Berrien, on Wed. 7 Sep. 1870., due to unpaid mortgage of 10% annum.

Note: Jane Teelzel offered up these lots for sale the previous year, but there were apparently no takers. Were the bidders holding out for a cheaper deal to the inevitable non-payment of mortgage came about? - PJA 2011. - - -

Birth:
[ Milton, Ontario.]

Family/Spouse: Jacob Eli WAITE. Jacob was born est 1850 in Saginaw, Michigan; died in in Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Birth:
/Census 1860.

Died:

Notes:

Viola is the daughter of Zilpha Jane Chadwick & Chas. W Teetzel.

Viola May Teetzel married Lewis Melvin Lightner, Seven Leighton/Lightner children, born Hartford, Van Buren, Michigan.

. 1884 Oct 23 - Hartford, Married Oct 15th, by Rev Wm. Woodman, Mr. Lewis Lightner & Miss Viola Teetzel, by Rev. Wm. Woodmansee.
Ref: The True Northerner, Paw Paw, Michigan.

. 1908 Mar 20 - Real Estate Transfers: Viola M Lightner to Lewis M Lightner SW Quarter, SE quarter section 3, Hartford, $1000.
Ref: The True Northerner, Paw Paw, Michigan.

. 1954, May 4, News Palladium Newspaper, Benton Harbor, Michigan
More Lighthouse Lore, Editor,
I have the pictures, family Bible & chairs of the first man in the St. Joseph lighthouse, along with other things. One book has an article written & signed, by Gen. McAllen. I have his & his wife's picture.
My mother, Mrs. Viola Teetzel Lightner, was born in the light-house, Dec 28, 1860.
she lived there with her mother, Zelpha Chadwick Teetzel, father Lt. Charles W Teetzel & Teetzel grandfather, G B F. Chadwick. Gen. Chadwick married Capt. Lewis' daughter.

Gen. Chadwick was appointed by President Piece as superintendent of public works & later, keeper of the lighthouse, for his services as general in the state militia. He was a colorful orator & organizer during the Civil War. The lighthouse dated 1859 was built for the general & his family.
Gen. Chadwick's close friend, who lived near the lighthouse was Mathias Teetzel. He was the contractor of the canal between Benton Harbor & St. Joseph. He bought & sold wheat. His sister was the late Dr. John Bell's mother. [i.e. Mary Green Teetzel.]

Other places are restoring & moving back historical buildings & renewing their histories for students & to draw the tourist trade. I hope someone in St. Joseph has enough influence to preserve the lighthouse.
MRS. JACK J RUDELL, 2516 Pixley Avenue, St. Joseph Teetzel.

. 1954 May 25, A long article outlying the history of St. Joseph Lighthouse.
Supports of the Save he Light house movement in St. Joseph ..., Built in 1859.
Mrs. Jack Lightner Rudell, 2516 Pixley Ave., Mrs. Jenie Lightner Balfour, Watervliet, great grandchildren of the first keeper of the lighthouse, Gen. F F Chadwick. In their homes both women have many treasures of the old lighthouse's past: Photos of chair, a small chest Chas. W Teezel made during the Civil War for this wife, the chest is complete even to the traditional secret compartment.
Another famous person who lived in the lighthouse was Capt. Marshall Lewis, famous for his construction of the Erie canal.
Born in Lighthouse, the mother of the women, Mrs. Viola Lightner, was the first person to be born in the... house, the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Charles W. (Zipha Jane Chadwick) Teetzel.
She was born Dec. 28, 1860. Photos of Gen. Chadwick & Mrs. Viola Teetzel Lighter.

. 1965 May - 17 Long retrospect article on the old St. Joseph's lighthouse, which eventually was razed to make way for a parking lot. Photo of the old 2 story house, with a porch & a another story with the lighthouse atop the house.

Research & transcriptions by PJ Ahlberg. Thank you. - - -

Birth:
Viola was born in a lighthouse, Michigan. Alt DOB: 28 Dec 1860.

Died:
Alt DOD 14 Apr 1940.

Buried:
Grey granite monument.

Viola married Lewis Melvin LIGHTNER on 15 Oct 1884 in Hartford, Van Buren Co., Michigan. Lewis was born on 11 Mar 1859 in Etna Green, Kosciusko, Indiana; died on 10 Apr 1938 in Hartford, Van Buren Co., Michigan; was buried in Hartford Pioneer Cemetery. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

News Palladium, Benton Harbor, Michigan, 29 Jul 1942
50 years ago (1892).
. In the recent issue of the Troy, New York, papers is the notice of the graduation from the University School of Law at Boston, Mass., with the degree of LL. B. of Louis T Williams,
son of Mrs. Judge Day & grandson of the late Matthias Teetzel, of St. Joseph.

. Mr. Williams has many relatives living in this city who will be glad to know of his success. He will practice in the city of Troy. - - -

Birth:

Louis married Emily WECKSELBERG on 5 Sep 1901 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Emily was born in in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Birth:
Verify

Notes:

. Siloam Methodist Church, usually called the Brick Church. An early Sunday School class of 1896, was taught by Miss Melissa Johnston.

. 1932 Sept. Acton. Miss Melissa Johnston, of Rockwood, is visiting with her sister, Mrs J H Reed.
Ref: Acton Free Press.

. 1956 May 24 - OBITUARY, Miss M J Johnston Dies in 90th Year
Miss Melissa Jane Johnston, who lived in Acton almost all her life was interred in Fairview cemetery Tuesday after funeral service at the Rumley Funeral Home. Miss Johnston who lived with her sister, Mrs. W G Gamble, on Park Ave., passed away on Saturday. She would have been 90 year of age next month.
Eldest daughter of the late Robt. P Johnston & Martha Leslie, she was born in 1866 in Erin Twp.
She was a member of Acton United Church & Rev Gordon Adams officiated at the funeral. Pallbearers were Lloyd; Wil & Elmore Johnston; Clarence Gamble, Friends & neighbors carried the floral tributes. Interment was in Fairview cemetery.
Surviving are sisters:

. Mrs W G Gamble, Mary, Acton;
Mrs E H Near, Ida, Toronto;
Mrs A D Bridges, Margaret, Victoria, BC;
& a brother, Robert Johnston of Rockwood.
Predeceasing her were Richard Johnston; Charles B Johnson;
Mrs Smith Nellis, Julia;
Fred O. Johnston; & Basil L Johnston.
Ref: Acton Free Press, 24 May 1956, page 4, column 1.

. 1956 May 24 May 1956, Died Johnston At Acton on Saturday, May 19, Melissa Jane Johnston. Interment in Fairview cemetery.
Ref: Acton Free Press, page 10, column 3. - - -

Birth:
Acton, Erin Twp., Wellington South County.

Died:
Resided with sister Mrs. Mary Gamble. Park St.

Notes:

Birth:
Ref: Census 1871 Apr 28

Died:

Notes:

Two Ramshaw sisters married two Johnson brothers;
Vierna Ramshaw married Richard Lawrence Johnson.2. &
Helen Maude Ramshaw married Robert Edwin Johnson.

. 1898 Jun 2 - Crewson's Corners - Mr. Richard Johnston, a highly esteemed & prosperous young man of this vicinity, was united in marriage to Miss Verena Ramshaw, of Kincaradine, on Wednesday, May 25, at Kincardine. They have now taken up residence on his farm near hear. We wish Mr. Johnston & his estimable bride many happy an prosperous years of wedded life.
Ref: Acton Free Press, p2, c3.

. The main road from Guelph to Toronto followed the Old York Trail through Crewson's Corners to Ballinafad. The Old York Trail was the main road from Guelph to Toronto. In the 1850s the Grand Trunk Railway came with a straight line running due west from Acton to Rockwood. This line just missed the corner by a few rods.

. 1929 May 23, Acton, Mr Mrs R L Johnston, Mr Mrs L O Johnston, & Miss Annie Wiggins spend the week-end with friends in Port Colborne.
Ref: Acton Free Press newspaper.

. Crewsons Corners is comprised of the corners of 4 townships in 2 counties, the south corner of the Town of Erin, the east corner of Guelph Eramosa, in Wellington, the west corner of Esquesing & the north corner of Nassagaweya, in Halton Hills. Crewsons Corners was in close proximity to the Old York Trail, the main road from Guelph to Toronto, now known as Highway # 7. Although the Grand Trunk Railway passes closely to Crewsons Corners, the station was built in Acton. The small community consisted of a general store, post office, Methodist Church, a succession of schools, a brickyard & sawmill. Telephone came to Crewsons Corners in 1910. It was first called Ryckman's Corner after Samuel Ryckman, the surveyor, who laid out Eramosa and Nassagaweya but later changed to Crewsons Corners for the first family to live in the area.
Ref: History of Erin.

. 1895 Aug 22, Thus., (20 years Ao from our issue of the Free Press:)
Messrs. Frank gamble & Richard Johnson left fo rManitoba on the excursions on Tuesday.

1896 Morrey's Business Directory,
. Johnston, Robt., Acton, Esquesing Twp. Freeholder, Con 3 Lot 32, & Brother, Robt. Johnston, Con 3, L32.

. 1899 Morrey's Business Directory, Halton Co.
Richard Johnston, Acton, Esquesing Twp., Tenant, Con 1, Lot 30.

.1919 Apr 10 - Kind Words & Token of Esteem, tendered to Mr Mrs E W Grace & family upon their removal to their new home on the 5th line. About 30 eight & friends assembled at their home on the first line Thus Mar 21. Richard Johnson read the following: Vier Fiends Although in your denture you are not going very far from us your neighbors…we have long learned the value of your assistance wherever trouble or sorrow came in this neighborhood you have done your part to aid & relieve…congratulations. we prints you with this clock & butter dish. Signed, John Bilton, Ron McEachern, Richard Johnston, John Brown.

. 1922 Apr 10 - Stewarttown Council: Pathmaster for the township for 1922: Richard Johnston.
. 1922 Apr 16 - Stewartown Council that the treasurer pay Richard Johnston, Acton $7.95 for gravel got from Wilson & Murray for road work in division No. 10.
. 1923 Sept 10, Stewarttown council treasurer of pay Richard Johnston, Acton, hire of Acton grader $2, shoveling gravel $2,Total 4.20.
. 1922 Dec 5 - Members of Greennock Farmers Club: Basil; Fred O.
. 1933 Aug - Johnston, R. L., Mr. & Mrs., Wedding Announcement.
Ref: Acton Free Press, page 1, col 7. & Richard Johnston.

1931 Sep 3, Erin Twp. Council Minutes, met at the the Exchange Hotel, Hillsbury, Aug 24, 1931, Accounts to be paid: Richard Johnston, Wire Fence 16 rods, Caledon Bldy, $6.40 paid.
Ref: Erin Advocate newspaper.

. 1947 Jul 30 - Leslie Clan Hold 11 Family Reunion, On Saturday, July 26 at the beautiful home of Mr & Mrs. Wilfred Leslie, Jr. Georgetown, the 11th reunion of the Leslie can was held, 151 Enjoyed dinner. John Leslie b. Co. Tyrone, Ireland, settled L 22, 10th Line, Esquesing in 1891. Present: Mr & Mrs J L Stewart, Mr & Mrs Elmer Johnston, Dorothy Johnston, Roy Johnston, Mrs. Charlotte McDonald of Hamilton. Mr & Mrs Richard Johnson, Mrs. Basil Johnston, Mr. Elwood Johnston.
Ref: Georgetown Herald.

. 1948 Jun 3, Johnston, Richard L. & Mrs., 50th Wedding Anniversary
Acton. Over 200 friends & relatives took advantage of the opportunity on Monday to all on Mr & Mrs. Richard L. Johnston at their home on Wilbur St. & offer congratulations on the occasion of the 50th wedding anniversary & to wish that they will enjoy many more happy years together.
Ref: Canadian Champion, Milton, Ontario page 3, col 5.
Ref: Acton Free Press, 7 May 1948, page 1, col 6.

Ontario Land Registry Abstract, Halton Co., Esquesing Book 8, p279
Lot 29, Con 1, Esquesing
. 1898 Apr 7, Deed, Wm. Dodzson & wife, to Robert Johnston, $4000, NWH of NEHalf & other land, 50 Acres
. 1900 May 22, Bargain&Sale, Robt Johnston & Wife, to Richard Lawrence Johnston $2800, NWHalf & her land, Total of 150 Aces subj. to most assured by R L Johnston.
. 1928 May 31, Lease, Richard Johnston, to Tony Scynuck, EHalf & another Lot.
.1920 March 23, Grant, Registered 1932.3.24, Richard Lawrence Johnson & Wife, to the said Richd L Johnston, Albert Lawrence Orwell Johnston & wife & W. Roy Johnston, unmarried, $1 Love, NW of NEHalf & other land duly to oil lease?
. 1932 May 16,Charge, R L Johnston & sons L Orwell & H Roy Johnston, to the Hydro Electric Power Commission of Ontario, $190. NWHalf & other land.
. 1937 Aug 17, Cert. of Payment, Reb. 1970.2.26, Hydro Electric Power comm. to R L Johnston & Sons. $150 faded.
. 1945 Nov 27, Grant, R L Johnston & Wife, to Albert Lawrence Orwell Johnston & Wm. Roy Johnston, $2 & Love,Third NEHalf & other land land.
. 1953 May 19, Discharge Mortgage, commissioner of Agricultural Loans of Prov. of Ontario, to Albert L Orwell Johnston & Wm. Roy Johnson.

Lot 30, Con 1, Esquesing, p 286
. Deed, [no date, after 1848], Wm. Dobzson & Wife, to Robert Johnston.
. 1900 May 22, B&S, Robt. Johnston, to Richard Lawrence Johnston, $150, NE & other Land, subject to mortgage.
. 1928 May 31, Lease, Richard Johnston, to Tony Schnuck, -, Lot 30 & other lot.
.1920 March 23, Grant, RLJ & Wife, to said RLJ, ALOJ & WRJ.
. 1954 Mar 9, Agreement, Albert LO & Wm R Johnston, to Tony Seynuck, - NW.
. 1978 Sep 22, Deed, Albert L O Johnston & Wm R John & wives., to Peter & Anna Smicklais. NEhalf.

Ontario Land Registry Abstract, Wellington Book 152
Lot 2, Con 2, Twp. of Erin
. David A Henderson & Wife, to Richard L Johnston, $1800, Half 100A., Special re Timber etc.
. 1956 Aug 24, Probate WILL, Richard L Johnston, decd., to sons: Albert L O Johnston & Wm. R Johnston, West Half, as tenants in common.

. 1955 Aug 25, Obituary1:
Johnston - At the Guelph General hospital on Sunday, August 21, 1955, Richard L Johnston of Acton, beloved husband of Virena Ramshaw & dear father of Orwell & Roy both of Acton; & Edna (the late Mrs M C Overholt) who had resided in Toronto.
Funeral service was held at the Rumley Funeral Home on Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Interment Fairview Cemetery Acton.

Note: Cousin Richard Lawrence Hamilton also lived in Acton at this time. Robert L. Johnson & brother Richd. Lawrence Johnson, Senior & Junior surely must have have known their Cousin Richard L Hamilton (& his brothers & sisters) as they lived in Esquesing Twp. & later Richard Hamilton lived on corner of Mill & River Streets & also was a Town Councilor in Acton.
Ref: Acton Free Press, page 2 & 10 column 4.

. 1955 Aug 25, Obituary2: Life Long Resident R L Johnston Passes
A life-long & highly respected resident of Acton & district. Richard Lawrence Johnston passed away on Sunday morning at Guelph General hospital. He was in his 88th year & had been in failing health for the past 6 months.
Born in Erin Twp. February 9, 1868, he was the son of the late Robert Johnston & Martha Leslie, who were pioneer farmers of this district. He too was a son of the soil as were his forebears & until 1930 farmed successfully on the first Line of Esquesing. For the past 25 years he has resided at 13 Wilburn Street in Acton, but when health permitted he enjoyed many a day on the farm, assisting his sons, who carry on this work.
In May 1898, he married Virena Ramshaw, who with 2 sons remain to revere the memory of a loving & kindly husband & father. A daughter, Edna (Mrs. M. C. Overholt) predeceased him a few years ago. The sons Orwell & Roy both reside on the home farm.
One brother, Robert of Rockwood, & 5 sisters also remain. Miss Melissa Johnston, Mrs. J. H. Reid & Mrs. Wm. Gamble of Acton:
Mrs. Ernest Near, Toronto & Mrs. A D Bridges of Victoria, BC.
To all of these sympathy of many friends in this community goes in their bereavement.
Richard Johnston was a quiet & solid citizen. He was a member of the United Church & served on the Board of Trustees. He sought no public office but those who knew them admired him for his reliability & steadfastness in things that were good.
The funeral service as conducted by Rev R H Armstrong at the Rumley Funeral Home. Here many friends gathered on Tuesday afternoon to pay tribute to a life they admired. Many floral tributes also bore testimony of respect & sympathy.
Pallbearers were Messrs. Gordon Johnston, Acton; Lloyd Johnston, Rockwood; Ernest Near, Toronto Mr. Hamlin, Toronto; Clarence Gamble, Acton; Elwood Johnston, Acton.
Ref: Acton Free Press, 25 Aug 1955, p. 5.

. Descends of Irish Pioneers Stage Reunion at Eden Mills ...17th reunion of descendants of John Leslie & Letty Anne Boke, came to Canada 1819 from Co Tyrone. 33 years of Aug 15 1926, the first Leslie reunion was held at Blue Springs Park, Richard Johnston Acton committee. The gentlemen are all now deceased. Special Tribute & corsage was given to Mrs G L Leslie, Mrs. Richard Johnson. - - -

Died:
13 Wilburn Street.

Richard married Virena RAMSHAW on 25 May 1898 in Kincardine, Greenock Twp., Bruce Co., Ontario. Virena was born on 29 Jan 1874 in Kincardine, Greenock Twp., Bruce Co., Ontario; died on 16 Nov 1961 in Acton, Esquesing Twp., Halton Co., Ontario. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Wellington Co. Marriage Registration # 012910,
JOHNSON, Lydia M., born in 1870 in Erin Twp., 1893, spinster, Methodist, living Erin Twp.
d/o Robert, Lydia M.
married James Henry Reed, born in 1868 in Erin Twp., 1893, bachelor, farmer, Presbyterian, living Erin Twp., parents Robert A. Reed & Mary A. Entwistle.
Witnesses were Rachel Johnson of Erin Twp. & Martha A. Reed of Erin Twp. on March 1st, 1893 by Joseph Edge at Erin.

. 1893 Mar 9 - An enjoyable family gathering was held at the home of Mr. Robert Johnston, Erin, about 2 miles above Acton, last Wednesday evening, when Miss Lydia, the eldest daughter & Mr. James H Reed, were united in the bonds of wedlock.
Rev. Joseph Edge performed the ceremony & was assisted by Rev H B Christie.
Johnston, Lydia, Wedding Announcement/Description
Ref: Acton Free Press, 9 Mar 1893, page 3, column 1.

. 1893 Mar 9 - Marriage notice - Reid Johnston - At the residence of the bride's parents on Wed. 1st Mary by Rev J Edge, assisted by Rev R B Christie, Mr H Reid, to Lydia M Johnston, eldest daughter of Robert Johnston, Esq., all of Erin.
Ref: Acton Free Press, page 2, column 1.

. 1893 Mar 9 - An enjoyable family gathering was held at the home of Robert Johnston, Erin, abut 2 miles above Acton, last Wed. being, when Miss Lydia, the eldest daughter & James H Reed, were suited in the bonds of wedlock. Rev Jos Edge preformed the ceremony.
Ref: Acton Free press.

. 1932 Sept. Acton. Miss Melissa Johnston, of Rockwood, is visiting with her sister, Mrs J H Reed.
Ref: Acton Free Press.

.1943 June 26, Johnston Families Hold Re-Union at Eramosa Home
A very happy & enjoyable family picnic was pend at the home of Mr Mrs Wm. Gamble, Eramosa.
The descendants of the late Mr Mrs Rober Johnston composed the gathering & represented 3 generations. 2 dau. of , Mrs Jas. H Reed & Mrs Wm. Gamble celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary during this year & one dau. Mrs A D Bridges from Cranbrook BC was able to be present, making the family gather ing a very pleasant occasion. The 82 who picnicked at Gamble home enjoyed the afternoon in various ways. The men of the second generation played ball, while the children were entertained by rides on a Shetland pony.
A table on the lawn was spread with good things to eat & all enjoyed this part of the picnic. Recitations were given by some of the children & short speeches by the grooms of 50 years ago & by Rev Ward of Rockwood, who was present & took moving picture of the gathering.
Ref: Action Free Press, published 1943 Jul 1.

Verify exact idenities:
. 1948 Jul 8. Marriage1: In Toronto Church, [Extracted version].
In Kingsway Lambton United church, marriage on Sat. of Aileen Joh, dau. Mr & Mrs J Ernest White, to Douglas Lawrence Brignall Hamilton, son of Mr Mrs H L Brignall of Toronto & grandson of Mr Mrs James H Reed, Acton. Bride wore ivory parchment tiffin with antique ivory for . Flowers gardens & white carnations, Bridesmaid Glenna Fletchor, Robt Brignall was groomsmen. Ushers Robt Booth & Ernest Near. Reception at the OLD MIL. Following a trip to Montreal & Quebec, Mr Mrs Brignall will reside in Hamilton.

. 1948 Jul 8, Marriage2: Johnston Norrie Wedding at Church in Georgetown. Decorated with peonies, snapdragons & fans, St. George's church of England, Sat Ju 26, Marion Loise Norrie, only dau.Mr Mrs Seepehn Norris & Frederick Earle Johnston, son of Mr Mrs Robert Johnston of Acton. Bridal attendants Miss Georgina Mitchell; Miss Helen Johnston, sister of the groom, junior bridesmaid. Reception at Limeshouse memorial Hall for 60 guests. The happy couple returned to the bride's home in Georgetown where she changed to a suit of soft blue wool with grey accessories, a corsage of red roses. Honeymooning at floral Park, Lake Couchiching [Peterborough] & bon return will reside in Georgetown.

. 1935 July 1, Greenock Diamond Jubilee Old Boys Reunion, Richard Johnston, Mrs Wm Gamble-Mary Johnston, Robt. Johnston, Mrs. Jas. Ried-Lydia Johnston, Mrs. Ernest Near- Ida Johnston.
Ref: Wellington Co. Museum & Archives.

. 1962 Feb 9 - OBITUARY: Sept Entire Life in District, Mrs. James Henry Reed Dies:
Mrs. James Henry Reed, who had spend her entire life in Acton & district, passed away at the Maynard Nursing Home, Toronto, on Tuesday, February 6th, 1962. Her husband predeceased her in Oct. 26, 1960. They had celebrated their 67th(?) wedding anniversary 7 years before in March 1953.
Lydia Martha Reed was b. Oct 27, 1869, Daughter of Robert Prime Johnston & Lydia Martha Johnson, on the farm presently occupied by Elwood Johnston, Wellington Co.
She married James H Reed on Mar. 1, 1893 at the Johnston homestead, Lot 22, First Line, Erin, where Mr. Reed was b. 1876 & after 10 years on the 200 A. farm, he sold it to his brother-in-law & moved to Acton to reside in 1904. They lived in their Main St. home for over half a century.

Family Survives: She is survived by her daughter Luella, Mrs. H. I. Brignall & Harold, both of Toronto. There are 3 grandchildren & 7 great-grandchildren.
She was predeceased by 4 brothers & 2 sisters: sisters surviving are Mrs. Gamble, Acton, Mrs. Near, Toronto & Mrs. Bridges, Victoria, BC.

After being in Flynn's Nursing Home for 4 years, she was taken to Toronto where she had been the past 9 months. She was a ember of Acton United Church. The Rev. Dwight I Engel conducted the service at the Rumley-Shoemaker funeral home on Fri. Feb 9th. Interment was in Fairview.
When Mr. & Mrs. Reed moved to Acton there were only 2 industries here - Beadmore & Co., & the Storey Glove Co. Street light was by oil lamps. In 1912 Mr. Reed had one of the 3 automobiles in town, a T-Ford touring car with 50 gallon drum for gas, which was 10 cents a gallon. Both were active in church work & were naturally very well-known to a host of people of several generations.
Ref: News, Acton Free Press, 15 Feb 1962, page 2, column 6. - - -

Birth:
Lot 22, 1 Line (Con.)

Buried:
Acton.

Lydia married James Henry REED on 1 Mar 1893 in Erin Village, Wellington Co., Ontario. James was born on 15 Apr 1867 in Erin Twp., Wellington Co., Ontario; died on 26 Oct 1960 in Acton, Esquesing Twp., Halton Co., Ontario. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

. Wellington Co. Marriage
JOHNSON, Mary E., born in 1873 in Erin 1893 spinster, daughter of Lydia M. & Robert Johnston, Methodist, living Erin Twp.
married William G. Gamble, born in 1871 in Erin 1893, bachelor, farmer, Methodist Episcopal, living Erin Twp.
parents John & Mary E. Gamble.
Witnesses Edwin F. Gamble of Erin & Melissa Johnson of Erin on October 4, 1893 by Rev. Alexander Scratch in Erin.

. Witness to Statement of Birth #501876
for Margret Ellen Johnston, born Oct 18, 1886, parents Robert Prine Johnston, Farmer, &
Martha Leslie Johnston: 10 children born previously, & now living 7,
1 born born dead.

. 1893 Oct 19, there was a very joyful gathering at the home of Robt .Johnston, Erin, the occasion being the celebration of the marriage of Miss Mary to Wm. Gamble, a prosperous young farmer on the next lot. Ref A Scratch, the pastor of the young couple performed the ceremony in the presence of a large company of friends. The wedding repast was thoroughly enjoyed. The bridal gifts were numerous & much admired.
Ref: Acton Free Press newspaper.

.1943 June 26, Johnston Families Hold Re-Union at Eramosa Home
A very happy & enjoyable family picnic was pend at the home of Mr Mrs Wm. Gamble, Eramosa.
The descendants of the late Mr Mrs Rober Johnston composed the gathering & represented 3 generations. 2 dau. of , Mrs Jas. H Reed & Mrs Wm. Gamble celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary during this year & one dau. Mrs A D Bridges from Cranbrook BC was able to be present, making the family gather ing a very pleasant occasion. The 82 who picnicked at Gamble home enjoyed the afternoon in various ways. The men of the second generation played ball, while the children were entertained by rides on a Shetland pony.
A table on the lawn was spread with good things to eat & all enjoyed this part of the picnic. Recitations were given by some of the children & short speeches by the grooms of 50 years ago & by Rev Ward of Rockwood, who was present & took moving picture of the gathering.
Ref: Action Free Press, published 1943 Jul 1.

. 1935 July 1, Greenock Diamond Jubilee Old Boys Reunion, Richard Johnston, Mrs Wm Gamble-Mary Johnston, Robt. Johnston, Mrs. Jas. Ried-Lydia Johnston, Mrs. Ernest Near- Ida Johnston.
Ref: Wellington Co. Museum & Archives. - - -

Mary married William George GAMBLE on 4 Oct 1893 in Erin Twp., Wellington Co., Ontario. William was born on 5 May 1871 in Erin Village, Wellington Co., Ontario; died in Jun 1959 in Erin Village, Wellington Co., Ontario. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

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.
Ref: Wellington Co. Archives & Museum.

. 1907 Jun 6, Death of Charles B. Johnston.
Charles Benajah Johnston, son of Mr. Robt. Johnston, 2nd line, died rather suddenly on Saturday morning at the age of 30 years. The deceased had been subject for some years to epilepsy & this was undoubtedly the cause of death. Mr. Johnston had been farming what is known as the old Sharp place, on the second line, for some years, & was highly esteemed. He was a member of Siloam Methodist Church. He had an exceedingly happy home, & leaves a wife & 3 children. The funeral was held from the home on Monday at 2p.m. to Fairview Cemetery, Rev. D. H. Taylor, of Rockwood, officiating.
[= died Sat., June 1, 1907, Funeral, Monday, June 3rd.]
Ref: Acton Free Press, P3, Column 2. - - -

Birth:
Acton.

Died:
2nd Line. Aged 30y. COD: Epilepsy for some years.

Charles married Charlotte Mellisa ANTHONY on 22 May 1901 in Rockwood, Wellington Co., Ontario. Charlotte was born on 22 Sep 1880 in Ballinafad, Erin Twp., Wellington Co., Ontario. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

* Gertrude Burns Nellis married Frederick O Johnson & brother Smith Burns Nellis married Julia Ann Johnston.ii

TWEEDSMUIR HISTORY, as recorded by Greennock Women's Institute:
. 1913 Jun 26, Minute book of Greenock Literary Society, Persons who registered at the Old Boys region at Leslie School: Lydia M Johnston Reed Jane McCutcheon Smith, Richard E Johnston, Malissa Johnston Julis Johnston Nellis., Wm. P Near.

. 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.
Ref: Wellington Co. Archives & Museum.

. 1938 Jun 23, Ospringe, MrMrs Nelles & Mr Nelles Sr. of rock wood, we're guests of Miss Emma Baldic. - - -

Birth:
- present with Robt., Martha & ten silblings.

Died:
D. at home, 5th Line, Eramosa Twp.

Julia married Smith Burns NELLIS on 5 Sep 1906 in Nassagaweya Twp., Halton Co., Ontario. Smith was born on 7 Nov 1875 in Esquesing Twp., Halton Co., Ontario; died on 6 Aug 1945 in Rockwood, Wellington Co., Ontario; was buried in Fairview Cemetery. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

. 1879 Apr 30, The Cradle: In Erin, on the 30th inst., the wife of Robt. Johnston, of a son.
Ref: Acton Free Press, printed 1 May 1879, Pg. 3, Col 3.

Two Ramshaw sisters married two Johnson brothers;
Helen Maude married Robert Edwin Johnson, &
Vierna Ramshaw married Richard Lawrence Johnson.2.

TWEEDSMUIR HISTORY, as recorded by Greenock Women's Institute:
. 1889 Greennock School, Group School photo, tall cedar trees in the background:
Front row. Charlie & Robert Johnston; 3rd row: Ida & Red Johnston; Back row Julia Johnston. Girls are wearing white pinafores, boys dark jackets, button right up.

. 1929 May 16, Thrus. The sale of the farm of N H Black in Eramosa to Robert Johnston, Rockwood, notes the passing of the property from the family of the Blacks for the first time. It has ben owned & occupied by Mr. Black or his forebears every since it was surveyed from prevail forest over 100 years ago.
Ref: Acton Free Press newspaper.

. 1930 Jul 10, Caledon Farmers Suffered Loss. during the severe electric storm which passed over the district, on Saturday evening, the house & Barn of Leslie McKinnon, 4th Line, Caledon East, when struck by lighting & completely destroyed by fire. During the same storm Robert Johnston, Centre Road, had 2 valuable registered Holstein cows & one heifer killed. The Loss is partly covered by insurance.

. 1931 Jul 30 - Mr Robert Johnston & son Edgar, are among the first around here to thresh their fall what, which was done on Tuesday.
. 1932 Oct 20, Robert Johnston had the index finger of his left hand nearly severed; & 2 other fingers badly cut while operating a circular saw last week.
Ref: Acton Free Press newspaper.

. 1935 July 1, Greenock Diamond Jubilee Old Boys Reunion, Richard Johnston, Mrs Wm Gamble-Mary Johnston, Robt. Johnston, Mrs. Jas. Ried-Lydia Johnston, Mrs. Ernest Near - Ida Johnston.
Ref: Wellington Co. Museum & Archives.

. 1961 Jun 15, Rockwood Friends of Robert Johnston regret to learn he has suffered another heart attack at the home of his son Edgar Johnston.
. 1961 Jul 27, Obituary. Died Johnston - suddenly, on Monday July 24, 1961, Robert Edwin Johnston of Rockwood, in his 82nd year, husband of the late Helena Maude Ramsahw, dear father of Lloyd, Edgar & Mrs. David D Gray, (Ethel) all of Rockwood, grandfather or Robert, Isabel & Kenneth & loving great grandfather of Elizabeth.
Funeral service was held at the Fumley-Shoemaker funeral home on Wednesday at 2:30 p.m. Interment Rockwood cemetery.
Ref: Acton Free Press.

Death Was Sudden for Robert Johnston
. 1961 Jul 27 -Death came suddenly for Robert Edwin Johnston, RR 4, Rockwood, Monday July 24. He was in his 81st year. He was former farm resident of the Acton District.
Born on the homestead on the second line of Erin, he married the late Helena Maude Ramshaw in 1940, & has resided at this present residence since 1920. The homestead is now occupied by Elwood Johnston, a nephew.
A member of Rockwood United church, he leaves to mourn his loss 2 sons Lloyd & Edgar & 1 daughter, Ethel (Mrs. David Gray) all of Rockwood, 3 grandchildren, Robert, Esabel & Kenneth & 1 great grandchild, Elizabeth. Also surveying are 3 sisters: James Reed, Acton, Mrs Wm. Gamble, Acton & Mrs. Atlee Brdges, Toronto. He was the son of the late Robert Johnston & Martha Leslie.
funeral service as conducted at the Rumbly Shoemaker Funeral Home Wednesday by Rev R R Connor with interment in Rockwood Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Clarence Gamble, Ernest Near, Orwell Gordon, Elwood & Bill Johnson, all nephews.
Ref: Acton Free Press, Page 8, column 8. - - -

Died:
Aged 82.

Robert married Helena Maude RAMSHAW on 30 Mar 1904 in Esquesing Twp., Halton Co., Ontario. Helena was born on 30 Mar 1879 in Kincardine, Greenock Twp., Bruce Co., Ontario; died on 12 Jan 1955 in Rockwood, Wellington Co., Ontario; was buried in Rockwood Cemetery. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

* 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. - - -

Birth:
Fred Orwell used both as first names at various times.

Died:
RR 3.

FREDerick married Gertrude Burns NELLES on 16 Sep 1908 in Nassagaweya Twp., Halton Co., Ontario. Gertrude was born on 22 Mar 1884 in Nassagaweya Twp., Halton Co., Ontario; died on 20 Aug 1958 in Acton, Esquesing Twp., Halton Co., Ontario; was buried on 22 Aug 1958 in Fairview Cemetery. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Ida is the daughter of Martha Leslie & Robert P Johnston.

. Wellington Co. Birth, Registration #037848, Oct 1, 1883. Ida May JOHNSTON, female,
Father Robert Johnston, Farmer, Mother Lydia Martha LESLIE.
Informant Robert Johnston, Lot 2, Con. 2, Erin. Registered May 13, 1884.
Accoucheur Dr. Lowry, Registrar Thomas Young.

. 1909 Ontario Marriage Registration #021752-09 (Wellington Co)
Ernest Herbert NEAR, 27, bookkeeper, Windsor, Erin Twp.,
s/o William R. NEAR & Susan L. SCOTT
married Ida May JOHNSTON, 24, Erin Twp, same
d/o Robert P JOHNSTON & Martha LESLIE.
Witn: Margaret A. NEAR & Basil JOHNSTON both of Acton, Jun 16, 1909 at Erin Twp.

. Tweedsmuir History. - 1902 Siloam Sunday School Group Studio Photo, 2nd Row Fred Johsnton, 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.

. 1909 Greenock Literary Picnic 1909, Stanley Park, Erin, Ontario
Group Photo, standing before a huge tent pavilion: Back Row: fourth of right William Near, [dark jacket, white shirt & white tie, straw hat sits well back on his short dark hair;
Leaning slightly on him is Ida Johnston, [white dress with high neck, large 4" or so squares straw hat.
Also in photo are 2nd Row: Richard & Margaret Near, Basil Johnson, ...Will Near.
3rd Row: Tom McCutcheon, Eddie Near, Stanley Swackhammer, Also in the back row beside Ida Johnston is Annie McCutcheon.
Note: If the photo is strictly named, this would be just before Ida M Johnston's marriage. - PJA
Ref: Wellington Co. Museum & Archives

. 1924 Oct 2 [time of Acton Fall Fair] Mr & Mrs Ernest Near & children of Toronto, spent the weekend with Acton relatives.
Ref: Acton Free Press.

. 1935 July 1, Greenock Diamond Jubilee Old Boys Reunion, Richard Johnston, Mrs Wm Gamble-Mary Johnston, Robt. Johnston, Mrs. Jas. Ried-Lydia Johnston, Mrs. Ernest Near- Ida Johnston.
Ref: Wellington Co. Museum & Archives.

. 1909 Jun 17 - Married, Near - Johnston - at Maple Grove, the residence of the bride's parents, on Wednesday June 17th, by Rev. D H Taylor, Ernest H Near, of 1s Line, son of Wm Near, to Ida May Johnston, daughter of Robert Johnston, all of Erin,
Ref: Acton Free Press, 24 Jun 1909, page 2, column 1 & p. 3:

. 1909 Jun 24 Jun 1909, Happily Wedded last Week
On Wednesday, June 30th, a very happy event took place at "Maple Grove," the home of Mr & Mrs Robert Johnston, 2nd Line Erin Twp., when their daughter Ida May was united in marriage to Mr. Ernest Herbert Near, eldest son of Mr & Mrs Wm. Near, 2nd line, Erin Twp. In the presence of the immediate relatives of the families. The bridge entered the room on the arm of her father to the strains of the wedding march played by Miss Margaret near, sister of the groom. The young couple, who were unattended, stood under a beautiful arch, tastefully decorated with hawthorn blossoms, honeysuckles & ferns. The ceremony was performed by Rev D H Taylor of Rockwood. The bride looked very sweet in her bridal dress of white silk made in semi-princesses style & trimmed with vaioncpaneurs? lace & intertrim. He wore a veil of white tulle & carried a bouquet of lilies of the valley. Her traveling suit was of navy blue ladies' cloth with white hat. After receiving the congratulations of the company all adjourned to the dining room & partook of a dainty repast after which happy speeches were made by Rev Mr Taylor & others, all xx the high entours? in which the young couple are hold. Mr & Mrs Near left on the 6.25 train on their honeymoon trip to Toronto, Niagara Falls & other points & will be "At Home" after August 1st, at 73 Turnbull? ave., Detroit, Mich.

. 1924 Jul 31, Mr Mrs Ernest Near & family of Toronto, were weekend visitors in town.
. 1932 Jun 7, Mr Mrs Ernest Near & family spend the New Year's holiday at the parental home.
. Mr Mrs Ernest Near & Master Robert, of Toronto, visited his mother & other Acton friends over the weekend.
Ref: Acton Free Press

. Johnston, Ida, Death notice on 13 Dec 1950, Oakville Trafalgar Journal, 21 Dec 1950, page 13.

. 1974 Mar 6, Mrs. Ida May Near, Acton Free Press (Acton, ON), 6 Mar 1974, B7, column 5. Possible a reprint ? Article not found. - - -

Birth:
Alt Name: Ida Mae. Lot 2, Con 2, Erin.

Ida married Ernest Herbert NEAR on 17 Jun 1909 in Maplegrove, Wellington Co., Ontario. Ernest was born on 12 Sep 1881 in Erin Twp., Wellington Co., Ontario; died on 13 May 1938 in Toronto, York Co., Ontario; was buried in Fairview Cemetery. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

. 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.

. The house of Robt. P Johnston, Esq, Lot 2, Con 2, Erin, Lot 2, Con 2, was the scene of a very happy event on Friday afternoon last when Miss Margaret E, youngest dau. of Mr & Mrs. Johnston, became the bride of Mrs. Alex D Bridges, Secretary of the Carbondaler Lumber Co., of Coleman, Alberta.
Ferns & carnations decorated the drawing room. At 1 o'clock to the stains of Lahangrain's wedding march, played by Mrs E H Near, of Detroit, the contracting parties took their places. The bride was given away by her father. She looked charming gowned in white duchess malian? & carrying a bouquet of bridal roses & lily of the valley.
Miss Joan Heidgns? of Cranbrook BC, was bridesmaid & looked pretty gowned in blue silk & carrying a bouquet of pink carnations. Mr Basil O L Johnston supported the groom. Rev W H Douglas, pastor of the bride, performed the ceremony in the presence of the x relatives of the contracting parties.
After receiving the congratulations of their friends, adjournment was mad to the dining room where a sumptuous wedding dinner was partaken of. The bride is one of the most highly x young ladies of this locality & was the recipient of many beautiful & costly presents including a check for a handsome x from the father of the parents.
The bride's travelling dress was of blue ladies cloth with hat to match. The happy couple left on the 9 pm. train for Toronto, Niagara Falls & other points.

There is x of romance? in this union of hearts. Miss Johnston, while on a visit to Cranbrook, became aquatinted with Mr. Bridges, who was a prominent x man of that place. The friendship then found room, love & thus the representative of this want & thus have been united in the holy bonds of matrimony. Mr & Mrs Bridges will shortly leave for their home in Coleman? where they carry with them the best wishes of a very large circle of friends.
Ref: Acton Free Press, 22 Sep 1910, page 3, column 2.

. Date? Johnston, Margaret E., Wedding Announcement
Married Bright-Johnston - At the residence of the bride's parents, second line Erin, on Friday. In her palour, by Rev W H Douglas.
Atlee Bridges of Camrose, Alta, to Margaret Ellen, daughter of Robert Johnsons, Esq.
Ref: Acton Free Press, page 2, column 1.

.1943 June 26, Johnston Families Hold Re-Union at Eramosa Home
A very happy & enjoyable family picnic was pend at the home of Mr Mrs Wm. Gamble, Eramosa.
The descendants of the late Mr Mrs Rober Johnston composed the gathering & represented 3 generations. 2 dau. of , Mrs Jas. H Reed & Mrs Wm. Gamble celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary during this year & one dau. Mrs A D Bridges from Cranbrook BC was able to be present, making the family gather ing a very pleasant occasion. The 82 who picnicked at Gamble home enjoyed the afternoon in various ways. The men of the second generation played ball, while the children were entertained by rides on a Shetland pony.
A table on the lawn was spread with good things to eat & all enjoyed this part of the picnic. Recitations were given by some of the children & short speeches by the grooms of 50 years ago & by Rev Ward of Rockwood, who was present & took moving picture of the gathering.
Ref: Action Free Press, published 1943 Jul 1.

. 1953 Statement of Birth Ontario #501876
for Margret Ellen Johnston, born Oct 18, 1886, parents Robert Prine Johnston, Farmer, &
Martha Leslie Johnston: 10 children born previously, & now living 7, 1 born born dead.
Wit: Mary Elizabeth Gamble (Johnston). Dated Oct 6, 1953, Acton, Ontario.

. Ontario Marriage Registration #24353-10
Alex David BRIDGES, 21, lumberman, of Coleman Alberta,
s/o John Frederick BRIDGES, lumberman & Catherine A. BURPEE,
married Margaret E. JOHNSON, 23, lady, of Erin,
d/o Robert JOHNSON, farmer & Martha Leslie.
Witn: Basil JOHNSON of Acton & Jane BRIDGES of Cranbrook BC, 19 Sept 1910 at Erin.

. 1965 Apr 7 - Mrs. Atlee Bridges Well-Known Locally
The death occurred suddenly at Victoria, BC on April 7 of Mrs. Atlee Bridges, the former Margaret Ellen Johnston, well known to many of this district, in her 79th year.
She was the daughter of the late Robt. Johnson & his wife Martha Leslie, & was born in Erin Township on the second line on the farm now owned by nephew, Elwood Johnston.
She was married to her husband, Atlee Bridges, Cranbrook in 1910. They lived in Cranbrook for many years till they retired to Victoria 21 year ago.
She leaves her husband at home, 3 daughters:
Mrs. M. F McPherson of Abbotsford, BC,
Mrs John Lowry &
Mrs Hugh Oates of Singapore, Malaysia,
a sister, Mrs Ida Near of Toronto,
& 2 grandchildren. She was predeceased by 5 brothers, Richard, Charles, Robert, Frederick & Basil & 4 sisters, Miss Melissa Johnson, Mrs J H Reed (Lydia), Mrs W Gamble (Mary), & Mrs Nelles, (Julia).
The funeral service was held on Friday, April 9. Interment was in Royal Oak Burial Park, Victoria.
Ref: Acton Free Press, 29 Apr 1965, page 3, column 2.

. 1984 - Article not found, possible a reprint of the above. - PJA
Johnston, Margaret Ellen, Death notice (on 11 Nov 1984), Oakville Beaver, 14 Nov 1984, page S15. - - -

Birth:
Lot 2, Con 2.,

Buried:
4673 Patricia Hwy., Victoria, BC.

Died:
Aged 78y.

Margaret married Atlee David BRIDGES on 19 Sep 1910 in Erin Twp., Wellington Co., Ontario. Atlee was born on 24 Nov 1888 in Fredericton, York Co., New Brunswick; died on 5 Nov 1979 in Abbottsford, British Columbia; was buried on 8 Nov 1979 in Royal Oak Burial Park. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

. 1888 Feb 16, Born: Johnston - in Erin, on the 9th (?) inst., wife of Mr. Robt. Johnston, of a son.

. 1899 Mar 9 - Leslie's School. The following report based on the examinations conducted during February shown the standing of he pupils of S.S. No. 8 Erin: (Grade) II, Basil Johnson, 201. E C Currie, Teacher.

. 1906 Aug 9, Acton Free Press - Basil Johnston were the pall bearers at the funeral of Berdina Swackhamer.
X-Ref: Please see Berdina Swackhamer, of Erin who was killed by Peter Wylie, the farm hand who is now in Guelph jail.

. 1914 Jul 2 - Wedding Announcement, Johnston-Gray. A very pretty wedding was solemnized at the house of Mr & Mrs. W Y Gray, on Wed., Jun 9? when their only daughter Katie, was married to Mr. Basil C. Johnson, youngest son of the late Robt. P Johnston. ...about 90 guests. At 2 o'clock to the strands of Bradlman's? wedding march, played by Miss Mary C Wilson, the bridal pupil? beneath an arch of. ...
Ref: Acton Free Press, page 2, column 2. (Blurry & ripped article.)

. 1914 Jun 14 - Johnston - Cutis Wedding on Sat. in St. Alban's Church decorated with pink & white gladioli & pink carnation was the scene of the charming Autumn wedding of Constance Mary MOLLY Cutis, only daughter of Mr & Mrs C E Curtis, & Robert Elwood Johnston, son of Mrs. Basil Johnston & the late Mr. Johnston. Rev. W G Luxton officiated.
Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore long-sleeved gown of white slipper martin with cathedral trail. The yoke of white net ended in a fitted bodice embroidered in brocade & seed pearls, & the floor length veil of French net was caught in a beaded coronet. Miss Cutis carried a cascade bouquet of white roses & gladioli & wore the groom's gift of triple strand pearls.
Mrs. J H Hare, matron of honor, wore ice blue satin, matching feather trimmed hat & carried pin roses & gladioli. Mr. Allan Grey, Delhi, was groomsman. Earnest Near, of Toronto & Allan Curtis of Oakville were ushers.
For travelling, the bride donned a pearl grey wool suit, wine hat & matching accessories & double mink scarf.
After a motor trip to the States, the couple will reside at their home near Acton.

Ontario Land Registry Abstract, Wellington Book 152
Lot 2, Con 2, Twp. of Erin
. 1908 Jul 9, Registered 1911 Jul 25, Probate WILL, Robert Johnston, decd., to Basil C Johnston, EHalf, Subject to legacies.

1929 August 29, Erin. Mr. & Mrs Basil Johnson, Miss Laura & Master Elwood, of Acton, were Sunday visitors with Mr. & Mrs. W Y Gray. Master Elwood remained for a week's holiday. Reprinted the Erin Advocate.
Ref: Acton Free Press, p. 4
Note: In the same issue is the obituary of John Felker, husband of Jennie Walker. It is not known if Basil John is aware the Walkers (via Grandmother Ella Hamilton) were cousins. - PJA

. TWEEDSMUIR HISTORY, as recorded by Greenrock Women's Institute:
1909 Greenock Literary Picnic, Stanly Park, Erin: Photo: Second Row, Ida & Basil Johnston.

. 1897 Greennock School Pupils, Group photo sitting on the grass in front of the School:
Front Row: Basil Johnson; 2nd Row: Edna Swackhamer; 3rd Row, Richard Near, Back row: Maggie Johnston, Bill & Ernest Near.

. 1919 Feb 5 - This interesting motion by Fred West & Basil Johnston stated that the Sec. & J.L. Allan be a committee to petition our present members about the Daylight Savings Bill.

. 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¢. If any man filed to pay goods he has ordered through the club, the club is responsible. 1918 Jan 10. Pres. absent Mer. Basil Johnston occupied the chair, B. Johnson elected President. At the Jan 24 meeting A Thompson to go to Caledon to see about buying clover seed * in the list of orders for that year red clover seed - 13 bushels $305.

. 1919 Apr 2 - Basil Johnston to be delegate to attend club meeting at Acton on April 5.

. 1922 Dec 5 - Members of Greennock Farmers Club: Basil; Fred O. & Richard Johnston. It appears one of the actives was running a co-operative:
. 1917, 5 orders from Can. Grocer Co., Toronto, 45 cwt. gran. sugar #342.14, groceries $108, turnip, mangel & rape seeds, $193. 1918, Total $4213.
. 1919 Total 2003, 1920 Total $7662 for a car of oats, corn & another of oats on this list of orders. Cost of freight on groceries was added.
. 1921 Total 1101. sugar & cheese only groceries on this order.
. 1922 Total $23. of which 17 bus. seed corn, $18.70, freight $5.2 & 1200 lbs. twine, but no price on this.

. 1917 Feb 14 -1922 Dec 5. Greenock Farmers club.

. 1929 Aug 29 - Mr & Mrs Basil Johnston, Miss Laura & Master Elwood, of Acton, are Sunday visitors with Mr & Mrs W Y Gray. Master Elwood remained for a week's holiday. printed in the Advocate Newspaper.
Ref: Acton Free Press.

. 1930 Dec 4. Erin Twp Council Minutes elections to be held in Town Hall, Hillbsburg Mon. Dec 29 1030, Basil Johnston Deputy Returning Officer & Jas McLean, Poll Clerk, at Leslie's School House.
. 1934 Feb 8, Mr Mrs Basil Johnston, son & dau. of Acton, spent Sunday with Mr Mrs W Y Gray.1935 Feb 28, ErinTwp. Organized For Control Of Warble Fly, held in Hillsboro, Mon. Feb 18.The meetings composed to Twp. member s of the Live Stock Improvement committee & Twp. Council. Committee men named throughout the two. to have charge of local arrangements: SS 8, Basil Johnson.

. 1939 While unloading hay yesterday afternoon at his farm 3 miles north of Acton, Basil Johnston well known farmer & life long resident of the district, was instantly killed while he sustained a fractured skull in a farm full from a load of hay to the barn floor.
Ref: Tweedsmuir - Greenock Women's Institute, unreferenced newspaper clipping.

. 1939 Fall Fatal to Erin District Farmer - Basil Johnston, 51 farm in Erin was killed last Wednesday, on the old homestead about 2 m. north of Acton. Johnston & his son Elwood were unloading hay in the barn & the father was standing in front of the lad. He lost his balance & fell, striking his head on the barn door.
Mr. Johnston was an elder in the United Church or a number of years. He was also a member of the Acton Fall Fair board - & a director of the Acton Agr. Society. Beside the son, his widow & a daughter, Laura at home, survive.
Ref: Georgetown Herald, 5 Jul 1939, page 5, column 2.

. Johnston, Basil, News, appeared in Canadian Champion, Milton, ON., 6 Jul 1939, page 2, col. 1.

. 1949 Sep 21, Greenock Women's Institute Members, Group Photo, cedar trees in background: Mrs. Basil Johnston, Mrs. Fred Johnston, Mrs. Thomas McCutcheon.
Ref: Wellington Co. Museum & Archives - - -

Birth:
(Newspaper announcement a little blurry. 7th or 9th inst.)

Died:
RR. 3.

Basil married Catherine Jane KATIE GRAY on 24 Jun 1914 in Erin Twp., Wellington Co., Ontario. Catherine was born on 14 Oct 1889 in Guelph, Wellington Co., Ontario; died on 8 Nov 1967 in Guelph, Wellington Co., Ontario; was buried in Fairview Cemetery. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

James is the son of Elizabeth & Joseph Fearnley.

Obituary, James Marshall Fernley,
On Wednesday of last week [ Oct 23 1925]' there died at his home in Toronto one of Nature's noblemen, in the person of Marshall Fernley. Mr. F. had been sited with an affection of the hear valves a few days previously & succumbed after a brave fight for live, leaving his devoted wife & family in great sorrow by their sudden bereavement.
Mr F was a son of Joseph Fernely, for many years an esteemed resident of Acton, most of which was spent on the Abram Matthews farm on which Mr G H Switzer no leaves. He spend his youth and manhood in Acton. About 40 years ago married Miss Diana , daughter of Mr & Mrs John Matthews. A very happy married life followed & Mrs Fernley & their son & 2 daughters survive him.
Several years after their marriage Mr & Mrs Fenley removed to Brantford where he was engaged in Mercantile business.
About 20 years as Toronto was chosen as their future home & there he have rested ever since. Mr. F. being engaged in the insurance business, latterly as inspector of agencies of the Northern Life Assurance Co.
From his youth Marshall Fernley was posses of sterling character & high principles. Action upon the example of his Master, Jesus Christ, he went about doing good. Where sickness or need was helens a helping hand. His tender love & solicitude for those who were suffering was admirable. As a Christian worker in organized church & community he was a valued character. He died holding the important position of Superintendent ofSunday School of North Parkdale United Church. Incidentally it is significant that for 27 years this important Sunday School has been controlled by Acton boys. Mr S H Moore was the superintendent & when he returned to untie with a school nearer his place of residence, his immediate successor was J M Ferney who for 13 years has carried it forward with splendid success.
I was hugely through Mr F. initiative & effort that a commodious modern Sunday School building was erected half a dozen years ago.
Mr. Fernley dies in his 61st year. A public funeral was held on Friday afternoon from North Park United church, Rev J Norris Gray, being in charge. Internment was made at Park Lawn Cemetery.

- Mr A E Nicklin, JP, Mr & Mrs A T Brown, R N Brown, Postmaster Matthews were at Toronto on Friday attending the funeral of the late J M Fernley.
Ref: Acton Free Press. - - -

Birth:
Alt Name: Fearley.

Buried:
Toronto.

Family/Spouse: Diana Mary MATHEWS. Diana was born on 14 Apr 1862 in Acton, Esquesing Twp., Halton Co., Ontario; died on 22 Jun 1926 in Toronto, York Co., Ontario. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Sarah Jane is the daughter of Elizabeth & Joseph Fearnley.

Birth:
Alt Loc: Greensville, Flamborough W, Wentworth Co., ON.

Sarah married John Thomas BAILEY on 14 Dec 1887 in Acton, Esquesing Twp., Halton Co., Ontario. John was born on 28 Sep 1861 in Trafalgar Twp., Halton Co., Ontario. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Ida is the daughter of Julia Ann Johnston & Joseph Fernley.

Ida married James Clayton FREEMAN on 15 Feb 1899 in Brantford, Brant Co., Ontario. James was born on 3 Oct 1877 in Blamhand, Perth Co., Ontario; died in 1954 in Gleichen, Alberta. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Ontario Birth Registration # 10934
Richard Lawrence Wilson Levins, born 24 Aug 1881, Esquesing, Halton Co.,
Mother Sarah Jane Johnston & John Henry Levins.

Recorded for further research:
. Levins, R., Mr., Marriage notice, appeared in Acton Free Press, 23 May 1907, page 2, column 4.

. Leavens, Rich., Mr. & Mrs., Wedding Announcement/Description, appeared in Acton Free Press, 6 Jun 1957, page 3 column 4.

. Leavens, Richard (Two Daughters), Birth announcement, appeared in Acton Free Press, 30 Jan 1908, page 2, column 1.
. Leavens, Richard L., News, appeared in Acton Free Press, 10 Jan 1963, page 5, column 1. - - -

Died:
verify

Buried:
(Part of Fairview Cem.) Sec Q, Plot 42,

Richard married Catherine Mary Elizabeth CRIPPS on 23 May 1907 in Ancaster, Wentworth Co., Ontario. Catherine was born on 13 Jun 1886 in Eramosa Twp., Wellington Co., Ontario; died on 23 Nov 1977 in Acton, Esquesing Twp., Halton Co., Ontario; was buried in Fairview Cemetery. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

. Robert is the son of Robert of Sarah Jane Johnston &John Henry Leavens.

. 1883 Apr 3 - The Cradle, Leavens, In Esquesing on the 3rd inst., the wife of John Leavens, of a son.
Ref: Acton Free Press, 20 Nov 1884, p3, col 3 .

. 1891 Census Esquesing Twp., Halton, Robt. Levins, age 8/1833 Ontario, Methodist. - - -

Died:
COD: Accidental electrocution.

Buried:
Acton.

Notes:

Ontario Birth Registration
William Arthur Teetzel Levans, born 26 May 1886, Acton, Halton Co.
Mother Sarah Jane Johnston and John Henry Levins.

. 1886 May 27, The Cradle - Leavens, in Acton, on the 26th inst., the wife of Mrs. John Levens of a son.
Ref: Acton Free Press. - - -

Died:
Aged 3 m 12d. Convulstons following infantium, 2 days.

Notes:

Ontario Birth Registration # 11132
Francis Lydia Margaret Leavins, born 20 Jul 1892, Esquesing Twp.
Mother Sarah Jane Johnston and John Henry Leavins. - - -

Birth:
Alt Name Leavens

Frances married George LIONEL SMITH on 24 May 1911 in Toronto, York Co., Ontario. George was born on 14 Jul 1887 in Barrie, Vespra Twp., Simcoe Co., Ontario; died on 11 Feb 1960 in Parry Sound, Ontario. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Isabella is the daughter of Margaret Elizabeth Johnston and John McMaster.

Oak Harbor, Island Co., Washington is on Whidbey Island, between Vancouver Island and Seattle a little further down the coast. Austin is further south of Oak Harbor, also on Whidbey Island.

1940 CENSUS, AUSTIN ISLAND CO., WASHINGTON:
McMaster, Eldun, Head, 35 /1905, Married, Laborer
McMaster, Irene, Wife, 27 /1913, Married, Washington
McMaster, Wayne, Son, 2, 1938, Single, born Washington.

[Nine familes away are:]


Smith, Isabelle, Head, Age 60 / 1880, Married , born Canada, Naturalized
Smith, Wallace, Son, 17 /1923, Single, born Washington, Laborer, Private Industry
McMaster, M J r, Head, 36 /1904, Married, Washington, Working on own account
McMaster, Lish Pherba, Wife, 28 /1912, Married b. Washington
McMaster, Eleanor, Daughter, 10, 1930, Single, Washington
McMaster, Robert , 7 /1933, Single, Washington
McMaster, Duncan, Head, 79 born 1861, Married, Canada, Naturalized, Farmer
McMaster, Eleanor, Wife, 73 /1867, Married, Canada, Naturalized
Johnston, Richard, Brother-in-law, 71 / 1869, Widowed, Canada, Naturalized.

Birth:
Ref: Ont. Birth Reg.

Buried:
Oak Harbor, Island Co., Washington, Plot Sec 6 Block 176, Lot 16.

Harriet married William FRANKlin SMITH in 1899. William was born in 1871 in Ohio; died on 13 Jan 1953 in Corona, Riverside Co., California; was buried in Maple Leaf Cemetery. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

. 1892 Mar 19, Sodus Willis Kennedy & wife of Benton harbor were the guests of Carrie Parks, Sunday.
Ref: St. Joseph Herald Press.

. Obituary:
W. E. Kennedy Flu Victim - Benton Harbor Jeweler Dies After Illness With Influenza & Pneumonia.

. 1920 Jan 31 - William E. Kennedy, for a number of years a jeweler in Benton Harbor, died this morning at 3:40 following a brief illness with pneumonia. Mr. Kennedy was taken ill one week ago with influenza. He had improved & was believed to be on the road to recovery when pneumonia developed on Thursday.
Mr. Kennedy was about 52 years old & had lived in Benton Harbor his entire life. He is survived by his widow & one sister. The funeral will be private and will be held from the residence Monday afternoon at 1 o'clock.
Ref: St. Joseph Herald Press.

. 1920 Feb 3 - Kennedy Funeral Monday. Service for the late Willis, the city's first influenza victim were held from the home on broadway, Monday afternoon. Members of the Twin City Jewelers association, of which the deceased was a member, acted as bearers. Burial took place at Morton Hill Cemetery.
Ref: News Palladium newspaper, Benton Harbor, MI. - - -

Birth:
Age two months in 1860. Millburgh Post Office. Census 1860 & 1870.|

Died:

Family/Spouse: Jennie M HEATH. Jennie was born on 2 Sep 1861 in Allegan Co., Michigan; died on 25 May 1923 in Benton Harbor, Berrien Co., Michigan; was buried in Morton Hill Cemetery. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Birth:
Verify if duplicate of wife of Wm. Kennedy.

Died:

Jennie married BARTholomeus J MORRISON on 26 Jan 1898 in Benton Harbor, Berrien Co., Michigan. BARTholomeus was born in 1869 in Benton Harbor, Berrien Co., Michigan; died on 9 Mar 1935 in St. Joseph, Berrien Co., Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Birth:

Notes:

. 1888 Jan 13 - Benton Harbor. C W Teetzell went to Chicago Monday on business, accompanied by his nephew, Master Frank Brunson, who returned home after a visit here.
. 1898 Jul 21- Frank Brunson of Chicago is the guest of Mr Mrs Chas Teetzel & other relatives here.
Ref: News Palladium newspaper, Benton Harbor, MI.

. 1902 Jul 7 - St. Joseph. Mr Mrs Frank Brunson of Chicago are spending a few days in this city.
Ref: Herald Press, Saint Joseph, MI.

. 1911 Dec 23 - Frank Brunson has returned to his home in Chicago after attending the Kennedy funeral.
Ref: News Palladium newspaper, Benton Harbor, MI. - - -

Notes:

. 1914 Mar 26, Saginaw Newspaper
Boy dies from his wounds. Hand Held Off Police 45 Minutes With Revolvers,
Terre Haute, Ind. Mar 26 (1914)
Ernest McWilliams, the 15 year old boy who Tuesday fought a 45 minutes gun battle with the police & who received numerous wounds, died os his injuries at a hospital here early Wednesday.
McWilliams was caught in the gun store of Ed. Teetzel & the police suspected he was there for the purpose of theft. The boy however, declared he was there to get even with Teetzel because he has refused the boy employment. - - -

Birth:
Verify parents and DOB.

Notes:

. 1915 Feb 3, Died at home of Cerebral hemorrhage, at 706 Colfax Ave., Benton Harbor, Mrs. Newton Davis, 2314 W Adam St., Chicago, was the informer of the death of Hattie Teetzel.

. 1915 Feb 1 - Following a paralysis stroke on Monday evening, Mrs Hattie May Teetzel, wife of Newton D Davis of Chicago, died at the home of her aunt, Mrs Mary McArthur, 706 Colfax ave. at 11 Wednesday morning. She was born in Benton Harbor 37 years ago. she is survived by one child, Francis Alt, a daughter by her first husband who has made this city her home for the past few years. Besides the husband, N F Davis & daughter, the father, George Teetzel, & a brother Charles both of Chicago, a sister Mrs Howard Locke of Syracuse, NY, survive. Funeral services will be held from the Eslhorst chapel Friday. Interment at Morton Hill cemetery.
Ref: St. Joseph Saturday Herald, Michigan, published 1915 Feb 6.. - - -

Birth:
VERIFY LOCATION.

Died:
Benton Harbor, Aged 37y. Cerebral Hemorrhage.

Hattie married Newton DAVIS on 21 Jul 1907 in St. Joseph, Berrien Co., Michigan. Newton was born in 1877 in Ohio; died in in St. Joseph, Berrien Co., Michigan; was buried in Morton Hill Cemetery. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Verify this Charles Teetzel:

. May 31, The Daily Palladium, Benton Harbor.
TEAPOT WAS HER WEAPON. Mrs. Ester Lemon Assaulted The janitor.
Mrs. Esther Lemon, who was locked up in the county jail last night, kept the jail authorities awake all night by her screaming & singing.
This morning she assaulted Charlie Teetzel, who works at the jail, seriously beating him over the head with a tea pot.
Deputy Sheriff Dawn finally quieted the woman & Dr. Belknap was called & administered quieten powers. Judge Ellsworth is serving citations upon the relatives today & her is set for next Wednesday. - - -

Died:
Resided with sister Sadie Teetzel Locke.

Notes:

. 1946 Sep 14, News Palladium, Benton Harbor, Michigan
Home for her first visit in 35 years [1911], Mrs. Sadie Teetzel Locke, member of a prominent early day family, found little that she could recognize left in the community where she had spent the first 13 years of her life. [b. 1898.]

Mrs. Locke, guest for a few days this week of her niece, Mrs. John Fricke, & family, of 996 Colfax avenue, lived here in the period when horse cars operated between the twin cities & the horse and carriage were the popular mode of travel.

Sadie Teetzel, as she was then known, her parents, the late George & Fannie Teetzel,
a sister, Hattie,
& a brother, Charles, made their home on Colfax avenue, just south of today's location of the Nina Easton Beauty salon, a region which was then woodland.

The face of downtown Benton Harbor has changed entirely, according to the visitor. The few buildings of her day, which are still in existence, she says, have been so remodeled to to make identification impossible. The recalled the Bell block, which she pointe out, has changed completely in appearance.

This week's visitor is a niece of the late Charles Teetzel, Benton Harbor's leading early day jeweler. She left here when a young girl & 35 years ago paid the city her last previous visit.

Since moving from here, her home has been in Carthage. N.Y. Her brother, Charles, lived with her in Carthage until his death 7 years ago. He sister, Hattie, is also so dead. Her parents, she stated, are buried in the Teetzel family lot in Morton Hill cemetery.

Mrs. Locke returned east on Wednesday. A son & daughter reside in Syracuse. N.Y.
Ref: News Palladium newspaper, Benton Harbor, MI.
Research & transcriptions by PJ Ahlberg. Thank you. - - -

Died:
Verify.

Family/Spouse: Howard LOCKE. Howard was born in 1889 in Buffalo, Erie Co., New York. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]