Montreal Canada

Biography of Samuel L. Burwash

Samuel L. Burwash. It was more than half a century ago, when he was a small boy, that Samuel L. Burwash first knew Champaign County. He was identified during his active career with the agricultural element. It is in agriculture that Champaign County has found its greatest prosperity during this period. Mr. Burwash was not an unimportant factor in that development. He prospered as did all the other progressive farmers of his time, and in recent years has enjoyed the fruits of his earlier toil and is now living comfortably in Champaign. He was born in Eastern Canada, near Montreal, … Read more

Biographical Sketch of Rev. Father Crowe

Rev. Father Crowe, Pastor of the Catholic Church, Mattoon; was born in Oswego, N. Y., Sept. 19, 1851; his early life was passed in the public schools of his native city; here he completed a full course of instruction, passing regularly through the high school and normal department; at about the age of 18 years, he engaged in the profession of teaching, and was a member of the Faculty in the College at Tutopolis, and, at a later date, in that at Ruma, Ill.; having for some time directed his thoughts in the channel of the legal profession, and, at … Read more

Biography of Dr. Kenneth A. J. Mackenzie

Dr. Kenneth A. J. Mackenzie was born in Cumberland House, a Hudson Bay Company post in Manitoba, Canada, Jan. 13, 1859, and is a son of Roderick and Jane Mackenzie. He is of Scotch descent and representative of a well known family of Ross Shire, Scotland, the old families of Langwell and Aldy, earls of Croemartie and Brahan, being a branch of the Mackenzies. Roderick Mackenzie, his father, was for many years Chief Fadtor in the Hudson’s Bay Company service and is now one of its retired officers, living at Melbourne in Eastern township, Canada. He is a man of … Read more

The Wars of the Five Nations – Indian Wars

Treaty with Five Nations

Although the confederacy known as the Five Nations were the allies of the English in the war against the French, and joined them in many of their principal expeditions, their history deserves a separate notice, as they afford us a complete example of what the Indians of North America were capable of. Their great reputation as warriors, and their wisdom in council, have been so often alluded to by those interested in the history of the Indians, that we shall be pardoned for giving a somewhat extended description of their confederacy, and an account of their wars. The Five Nations, … Read more

Tobin, Albina Mary – Obituary

Albina Mary (Payette) Tobin Enterprise, Oregon Albina Mary Payette was born in Montreal, Canada in 1876 and was 42 years of age. She was married to Richard Tobin, Nov. 12, 1893, in the city of Centerville, Washington. Her death occurred at her home in Enterprise on Friday, Nov. 29th, 1918. Mr. And Mrs. Tobin came to Enterprise on October 8th, 1918, and have since made their home here. Burial was made in the Catholic cemetery. Father J.P. Stack officiating. The deceased leaves to mourn her death six children, four sisters and one brother besides the husband. Death was due to … Read more

North America Indian Names of Places in Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, Florida, and Louisiana

The Indians all over this continent had names, traditions, religions, ceremonies, feasts, prayers, songs, dances all, more or less, with symbolism and allegory, adapted to circumstances, just as all other races of mankind. But the world has become so familiar with the continued and ridiculous publications in regard to everything touching upon that race of people that a universal doubt has long since been created and established as to the possibility of refinement of thought and nobleness of action ever having existed among the North American Indian race, ancient or modern; and so little of truth has also been learned … Read more

1851 Montreal Canada Directory, Hardware to House Furnishings

In the following Directory the names which appear in CAPITALS are those of subscribers to the work. Hardware Merchants Beliveau, L. J.,importer of shelf and heavy hardware of every description, 69 St. Paul st. BOYD, J. & Co., commission merchants, and ‘manufacturers’ agents for American hardware, paper, cordage, belting, hose, and India rubber goods, 110 St. Paul st. BREWSTER & MULHOLLAND, importers of shelf and heavy hardware of every description, 177 and 179 St. Paul st., corner of St. Francois Xavier st. BREWSTER, W. & C., importers of and wholesale and retail dealers in shelf and heavy hardware, agricultural implements, … Read more

Descendants of John McCullough of New Bedford MA

The McCullough family is of Irish extraction. Patrick McCullough, grandfather of John McCullough, was a native of the parish of Altacamicussey, County Tyrone, Ireland, where he lived and died. He followed farming. He married Mary Conway, who was a native of the same county, and their son, John McCullough, was born on a farm in Altacamicussey, County Tyrone, June 15, 1821. There he grew to manhood, and what little education he received was obtained in the local school. Meantime he worked at farm labor and also obtained some knowledge of the mason’s trade. He there married about 1845 Alice Devlin, who was a native of the parish of Pallough, County Tyrone, and daughter of Michael and Annie Devlin. In the spring of 1847, with his wife and an infant son, he sailed for the New World, making the trip on a sailing vessel bound for New York. After a passage of six weeks they landed at that port, where they remained three months, during which time they lost their first-born, the infant son mentioned.

Biography of James A. Wilson

James A. Wilson.One of the richest oil land districts of Kansas is the territory lying in the vicinity of El Dorado, the county seat of Butler County. Among its citizens who have become prominent factors in oil production is James A. Wilson. All through this locality rich strikes have been made, and one of the best was on the land owned by Mr. Wilson, just 1 1/2 miles north of El Dorado. This copious pool was the third one developed and had become famous as the Derby-Wilson lease of 480 acres. Mr. Wilson had twenty-one producing oil wells on the … Read more

Biographical Sketch of Albert E. Powell

Powell, Albert E.; attorney-at-law; born, Montreal Can., Nov. 9, 1874; son of Lewis T. and Mary Lyndon Powell; educated Western Reserve University (LL. B., 1899); attended Harvard Law School, 1899-1900; began practice in Cleveland in the fall of 1900; formerly in partnership with Martin A. Foran and A. J. Pierson; both are now judges of the Common Pleas Court of Cuyahoga County; is now practicing alone; member Harvard Club, Masonic Order, and Royal Arcanum, and Tippecanoe Club.

1851 Montreal Canada Directory, Banks And Bank Agencies

In the following Directory the names which appear in CAPITALS are those of subscribers to the work. Banks And Bank Agencies Hours of business at all the Banks, 10 A. M. to 3 P. M. Bank Of Montreal Established In 1818. Incorporated By An Act Of Provincial Parliament. Capital, £750,000. Head Office, Place d’Armes. Board Of Directors The Hon. Peter McGill, president; T. B. Anderson, vice-president; James Logan, John Molson, John Redpath, William Molson, H. Stephens, John Torrance, Hugh Allan, John Brooke, John Boston, Thomas Ryan, Henry Thomas. Officers Alexander Simpson, cashier James Bolton, chief clerk J. F. Smith, accountant … Read more

1851 Montreal Canada Directory, Inns to Jewellers

In the following Directory the names which appear in CAPITALS are those of subscribers to the work. Inns and Taverns HANLEY, THOMAS, innkeeper and. provision dealer, corner of Common and Prince Sts.travellers or emigrants stopping at this house are furnished with all necessary information regarding routes, rates of fare, &c. Belanger, Mrs., 201 Notre Dame st. Beltete, George, Commissioners st. Bennet, W. P., 20 St. Urbain st. Berthiaume, Louis, Jacques Cartier square. Bergeron, A. E., 5 Bonsecours St. Boulet, M., corner of St. Antoine and Mountain st. Bregard, L., 20 St. Joseph st. Brennan, James, St. Peter st. Brennan, Mrs., … Read more

1851 Montreal Canada Directory, Land Agents to Music Teachers

Land Agents BENT, GEORGE, agent for the British American Land Company, 133 St. Paul st. COURT, JAMES, Insurance Company’s buildings, Great St. James st. DINNING, J. G., 13 St. Sacrament st. SPIERS, JOHN, accountant and agent, 35 St. Francois Xavier st. Leather Merchants And Tanners BOSTWICK, E. N., wholesale leather and commission merchant, Great St. James and Notre Dame st. See card. HAWKINS & SLACK, wholesale and retail dealers in leather, findings, and india rubber goods, 1681/2 St. Paul st. LECLERC, JOHN A., wholesale and retail dealer in leather, findings, and india rubber goods, 174 St. Paul st. LEEMING & … Read more

Barber, Mary Anna McFetridge Mrs. – Obituary

Enterprise, Wallowa County, Oregon Mary Anna Barber was killed in a two-car accident north of Montreal, Canada on snow-covered roads Saturday, May 26. She was born at Enterprise on October 1, 1940, daughter of Wayne and Irene McFetridge. Mary Anna graduated from Enterprise High School and was married to David Barber, also an Enterprise resident, in 1958. She is survived by her husband, Dave Barber, who is in serious condition in a hospital in Canada; her parents, of Enterprise; one son, Kent Barber, of Auburn, Washington; three daughters, Keri Aspelund of Seattle, Kelly Larsen of Seattle, and Kay Barber who … Read more

Ononchataronon Tribe

Ononchataronon Indians, Ononchataronon Nation, Ononchataronon First Nation, Ononchataronon People (Huron name). An Algonkin tribe or band that occupied the district near Montreal, Canada, between St Lawrence and Ottawa rivers, and wintered near the Hurons. In 1642 they were but a remnant. They claimed to have been the original occupants of Montreal Island and of a large territory on both sides of the St Lawrence. They said they had been conquered and dispersed by Hurons, who were then their enemies, and that the survivors of the war had taken refuge with the Abnaki or the Iroquois or had joined the Hurons. Hochelaga, the … Read more

Biography of Lewis Balch, M. D., PH. D.

LEWIS BALCH, M. D., PH. D. ONE of the physicians and surgeons of Albany, whose professional assistance has been sought often in consultation through the state, is Dr. Lewis Balch. He was born in the city of New York, corner of Great Jones street and Second Avenue, on the 7th day of July, 1847. Ancestry on both sides is a notable one. It is of English and French origin. Several of his ancestors have rendered no small service in this country in civil and ecclesiastical matters. He is the oldest son of the Rev. Lewis P. W. Balch, D. D., … Read more

Biography of George W. B. Beverley, M. D.

George W. B. Beverley, M. D. A resident physician and surgeon at Alma since 1903, Doctor Beverley is an Englishman by birth and secured his early training and his professional qualifications in some of the best schools of that country. His birth occurred in the county or shire of Hereford, England, August 27, 1872. He was christened George William Bertram Beverley. His father, Addison Beverley, spent his life as an English farmer and stock man. He was born in Yorkshire in 1840 and died in Somersetshire in March, 1916. He became widely known as a breeder and raiser of the … Read more

1851 Montreal Canada Directory, Newspapers to Nursery

In the following Directory the names which appear in CAPITALS are those of subscribers to the work. Newspapers And Periodicals AGRICULTURAL JOURNAL, (English and French) R. W. Lay, publisher, Notre Dame st. subscription, 5s. per annum. ALBUM LITTERAIRE, DE LAMINERVE, L. Duvernay, 13 St. Vincent st. subscription, 15s. per annum. BRITISH AMERICAN JOURNAL OF MEDICAL AND PHYSICAL SCIENCE, (Dr. Hall, editor.) Great St, James st. subscription, 15s. per annum. CANADA DIRECTORY, Robert W. S. Mackay, editor, at John Lovell’s, 5 St. Nicholas st. subscription, 15s., per copy. CANADA GAZETTE, Derbishire & Desbarats, Queen’s Printer, St. Therese st. subscription, 15s., per … Read more