Montreal Quebec Canada Genealogy

Biographical Sketch of Edward Mason Williams

Williams, Edward Mason; mnfr.; born, Cleveland, Nov. 9, 1871; son of Edward Porter and Mary Louise Mason Williams; educated, Yale, A. B., 1893; married, Cleveland, Oct. 11, 1899, Mary Raymond; issue, four children, Hilda, Madeline, Edward Porter and Mary Raymond; member City Charter Commission, 1913; began with the Sherwin-Williams Co., in September, 1893; supt. of their factory in Montreal, Can., November, 1895 to October, 1897; then returned to Cleveland; director The Sherwin-Williams Co., Laurence Paint Co., Ozark Mining & Smelting Co., Cleveland Box Co., Superior Savings & Trust Co.; member National Geographic Society; pres. Childrens’ Fresh Air Camp; vice pres. … Read more

Biographical Sketch of Stewart Henry Chisholm

Chisholm, Stewart Henry; iron business; born, Montreal, Can., Dec. 21, 1846; son of Henry and Jean Allan Chisholm; educated, Cleveland public schools; first marriage, 1872, Miss Harriet Kelly; issue, three sons; second marriage, 1900, to Mrs. H. P. Cord; Mrs. Chisholm died in 1901; entered the employ of Stone, Chisholm & Jones, later merged in the Cleveland Rolling Mill Co.; then still later became a branch of the American Steel & Wire Co.; for a number of years vice pres. of the Cleveland Rolling Mill Co., and held same office in the American Steel & Wire Co.; pres. of the … Read more

Biography of Newell Jonathan Brown, M. D.

The well established family physician obtains an influence in any community which is more far-reaching than that of any man sustaining other relations to the public. The reasons for this are too obvious to require mention here. Dr. N. J. Brown is to the people of Hailey the ideal family doctor, and he is the oldest physician and surgeon in the place. He cast his lot with the citizens of Hailey in 1883 when the town was but two years old, and from that time he has practiced his profession in Hailey and its tributary territory, and shown a helpful … Read more

Life and travels of Colonel James Smith – Indian Captivities

James Smith, pioneer, was born in Franklin county, Pennsylvania, in 1737. When he was eighteen years of age he was captured by the Indians, was adopted into one of their tribes, and lived with them as one of themselves until his escape in 1759. He became a lieutenant under General Bouquet during the expedition against the Ohio Indians in 1764, and was captain of a company of rangers in Lord Dunmore’s War. In 1775 he was promoted to major of militia. He served in the Pennsylvania convention in 1776, and in the assembly in 1776-77. In the latter year he was commissioned colonel in command on the frontiers, and performed distinguished services. Smith moved to Kentucky in 1788. He was a member of the Danville convention, and represented Bourbon county for many years in the legislature. He died in Washington county, Kentucky, in 1812. The following narrative of his experience as member of an Indian tribe is from his own book entitled “Remarkable Adventures in the Life and Travels of Colonel James Smith,” printed at Lexington, Kentucky, in 1799. It affords a striking contrast to the terrible experiences of the other captives whose stories are republished in this book; for he was well treated, and stayed so long with his red captors that he acquired expert knowledge of their arts and customs, and deep insight into their character.

Narrative of the captivity of Alexander Henry, Esq – Indian Captivities

Narrative of the captivity of Alexander Henry, Esq., who, in the time of Pontiac’s War, fell into the hands of the Huron Indians. Detailing a faithful account of the capture of the Garrison of Michilimacki-Nac, and the massacre of about ninety people. Written by himself. When I reached Michilimackinac I found several other traders, who had arrived before me, from different parts of the country, and who, in general, declared the dispositions of the Indians to be hostile to the English, and even apprehended some attack. M. Laurent Ducharme distinctly informed Major Etherington that a plan was absolutely conceived for … Read more

1851 Montreal Canada Directory, Oil to Physicians

In the following Directory the names which appear in CAPITALS are those of subscribers to the work. Oil Cloth Manufacturer LAFLAMME, M. A., 165 Craig st., manufacturer of oil cloths, of every size and description, which he sells, wholesale or retail, at very moderate prices. Oil And Glue Factory FOX, CHARLES JAMES, 240 Visitation st. Optician Andrews, R. E.. Place d’ Armes. Outfitting G Establishment AITKEN, JOHN, & Co., 159 Notre Dame st. baby linens, ladies’ under clothing, marriage outfits, &c., polkas, mantles, and gentlemen’s shirts and under clothing of all kinds constantly on hand. Paint, Oil and Glass Stores … Read more

Biographical Sketch of Walter Horace Cottingham

Cottingham, Walter Horace; president The Sherwin Williams Co.; born, Ounenice, Ont., Canada, Jan. 8, 1866; son of William and Lucy Cottingham; first employed as clerk in hardware store in Peterboro, Ont.; prop. Walter H. Cottingham & Co., paints and varnishes, Montreal; senior partner Cottingham, Robertson & Co., Montreal; in 1896, mgr. Montreal branch, The Sherwin Williams Co.; appt. gen. mgr. Sherwin Williams Co. of Ohio, in 1898; vice pres. and gen. mgr. in 1903; pros. in 1908; is also pres. Sherwin Williams Co. of Canada, Ltd.; Cleveland Box Co. and Ozark Smelting Co.; chairman of board, Lewis Berger & Sons, … Read more

Biography of John B. Crawford

John B. Crawford is one of the pioneers of California, dating his first arrival on the Pacific coast early in 1849. His first visit to Southern California was also in that year. Mr. Crawford was born in York Township, County of Peal, Canada, in 1826. His parents, James and Eliza (Beatty) Crawford, were natives of Ireland, who immigrated to Canada in 1810. His mother was a daughter of Rev. John Beatty, a well-known pioneer of the Methodist Church. She is now eighty-five years of age and a resident of Riverside. His father was a prominent businessman of York, owning and … Read more

Biography of James Birnie

JAMES BIRNIE. – Mr. Birnie was a Scotchman by birth. He was born at Paisley, county Renfrew, Scotland, in the year 1800. In 1816 the ambitious lad left his native health and emigrated to Montreal, Canada. Here, under the tutelage of a Catholic priest, he studied the French language for about two years, at the end of which time he entered the employ of the Northwest Fur Company as one of its clerks, and was sent across the Rocky Mountains to Fort Spokane, where he arrived towards the close of 1818. The fort at this time was in charge of … Read more

1851 Montreal Canada Directory, Sheriff’s officers and Bailiffs

In the following Directory the names which appear in CAPITALS are those of subscribers to the work. Sheriffs’ Officers For The District Of Montreal BATES, JOHN, corner of Craig and St. Lawrence st. LOISELLE, AMABLE, Old Courthouse. MILLER, GEORGE A., 40 Main st., St. Lawrence suburbs. STUART, ROBERT, head of Visitation st. Casey, Peter, Bonaventure st.% 9 Martin, Thomas A., Little St. James st. Desforges, Gedeon M., Main st., St. Lawrence, O’Neil, Thomas, St. Paul st., near Bonsecours market. Gauvreau, Felix, St. Therese st.% 9 Thauvette, Daniel, St. Vincent st. Garrett, James, Lagauchetiere, near St. Denis st.% 9 Tison, Joseph, … Read more

1851 Montreal Canada Directory, Plane Maker to Sail Maker

In the following Directory the names which appear in CAPITALS are those of subscribers to the work. Plane Makers DAWSON, JOHN, Alexander, near Lagauchetiere st. planes of every description and of the bet quality, constantly on hand, and for sale, on favorable terms. Wallace, Alexander, Lagauchetiere, near Bleury st. Planing And Sawing Mills Midgley, Charles, Wellington st. Sims & Coleman, Queen’s square. Plasterers Aitken & Morrison. George near, Wellington st. M`Lean. John, 7 St. Antoine st. Dunlop, C. & J., Dorchester, near Bleury st. Mercer, Lawrence, Anderson st. Pleasure Garden Maio, Louis, 15 Perthuis st. Powder Mills KELLY, CHARLES, & … Read more

1851 Montreal Canada Directory, Cabinetmakers to Cullers

In the following Directory the names which appear in CAPITALS are those of subscribers to the work. Cabinetmakers And Upholsterers Alien, William, 32 McGill st. Armstrong, George, Haymarket square. BAIRD, EDMOND, 3 Place d’Armes English and French upholstery goods always onhand, consisting of satin and other damasks, brocatelles, fringes, gimps, cords, &.c., of the latest fashions, woods and veneers of all kinds. BEERS, J. C., 189 Notre Dame st. a choice stock of furniture of the latest style always on hand, at moderate prices. Burrell, James, Sydenhain st. Gaw, Z. C., 16 St. Joseph st. DRAKE, F. L., upholsterer, 1741/2 … Read more

Biography of William Cant Sturoc

William Cant Sturoc, “the bard of Sunapee ,” as he is often called, was born November 4, 1822, in a humble, straw-thatched cottage in Arbroath, Scotland, son of Francis Sturoc and his wife, Ann (Cant) Sturoc. Doubtless, the poetic genius has descended to him from his paternal great-grandfather, James Sturoc, who wrote a book of “Hymns and Spiritual Songs,” and died in Panbride in 1750. Other distinguished members of the family were well known in the church. Among these was the Rev. David Sturoc, who was of ready speech and pen, and two generations ago repeatedly entered public debate with … Read more

1851 Montreal Canada Directory, Academies to Auctioneers

In the following Directory the names which appear in CAPITALS are those of subscribers to the work. Academies, Schools, &C. Abbott, Miss, 31 St. Antoine st. Anderson, J. M., 56 Craig st., Buchanan, Misses, 66 Craig st. Christian Brethren’s Schools, Vitre Colt, W. H., 33 St. Antoine st. Cote, and Chenneville sts. Cowan, Mrs., 5 Bonaventure st. David Rodger, 2nd master Davis, D., 62 Bonaventure st. Devine Rev., J. A. (A. M.) Montreal grammar school, 46 St. Louis st. DUTTON, JOSEPH T., 112 Craig street and Fortification lane. Edwards, Mr. and Mrs., 110 St. Joseph st. Godaire, Miss, 45 Bonaventure … Read more

Biography of John Boyd

John Boyd, a well-known citizen of Riverside, though not a pioneer, has been a resident of the city since 1876, and there are few men who have been more closely identified with the real interest and improvements of the city than John Boyd. He arrived at a time when the first named commodity at least was needed and appreciated. He erected a substantial building on Main Street, and entered into business; and as the demands of the city increased he was ever to the front with his improvements. The present magnificent Boyd block, with its frontage of 111 1/2 feet … Read more

1851 Montreal Canada Directory, Engravers to Furniture

Engravers And Lithographers BOURNE, ADOLPHUS, engraver and lithographer, 120 St. Paul st. MATHEWS, GEORGE, engraver on steel, copper and wood, and lithographer and printer, 19 Great St. James st. WALKER, J. H., engraver on copper and wood, at John Lovell’s, St. Nicholas st. Ireland, Thomas, 8 Great St. James st. Welch, J., wood engraver, 24 Great St. James st. Rennie, John, 13 St. Francois Xavier st. Exchange And Money Brokers DORWIN, C., 201 St. Francois Xavier st. all kinds of foreign money, drafts, &c., bought and sold. Fisher, Daniel, 22 St. Francois Xavier st. J Smith, Ira G., 39 St. … Read more

Biography of Dr. John Hallam Roberts

DR. JOHN HALLAM ROBERTS – A man of fine education and scientific in the practice of his profession, that of a veterinarian, Dr. Roberts is one of the highly esteemed residents of Northampton, Massachusetts. His forebears are from English stock. Edward Roberts, the great-grandfather of Dr. Roberts, was born in England. He came to the province of Quebec, Canada, in 1816, and his wife’s name was Hallam. His son, Samuel Roberts, was born in England in 1800, and died in Canada in the province of Quebec, in 1898, aged ninety-eight years. He was the eldest child of his parents, and … Read more

1851 Montreal Canada Directory, Bakers to Butter Inspectors

In the following Directory the names which appear in CAPITALS are those of subscribers to the work. Bakers FITTS, CLARK, biscuit, cracker and ship bread baker, 21 St. Joseph st. FITTS, ARBA, & Co., biscuit, cracker and ship bread bakers, College st., next William’s brewery. MCDOUGALL, JAMES, bread, cracker and ship bread baker, Wellington St RAMSAY, M., bread, biscuit and ship bread baker, 22 St. Joseph st. TILTON, S. P., bread, biscuit, cracker and ship bread baker, Grey Nun near Common K. WILLOCK J., bread, cracker and ship bread baker, 181 Notre Dame st., and 2 St.Peter st. Non Subscribers … Read more

Biography of Esdras N. Ouimette

Explore the remarkable life of Esdras N. Ouimette (1838-), from his roots in St. Eustache, Quebec, to becoming a cornerstone of Tacoma, Washington’s early business community. This biography highlights Ouimette’s journey westward, his transformative contributions to Tacoma’s development, including the construction of the city’s first three-story brick building, and his success in real estate. Ouimette’s story is a testament to the enduring impact one individual can have on a city’s economic and social fabric, inviting readers to uncover the details of his legacy and Tacoma’s ascent as the City of Destiny.

1851 Montreal Canada Directory, General Merchants to Gun Merchants

In the following Directory the names which appear in CAPITALS are those of subscribers to the work. General Merchants, Importers And Exporters ANDERSON, AULDJO, EVANS & Co., general merchants and importers, 12 to 18 St. Gabriel st. BUCHANAN, ISAAC & Co., general merchants and importers, 2 St. Alexis st. BRECKANRIDGE, JAMES, general merchant, 11 St. Sacrament st. CUVILLIER A., & Co., importers and general commission merchants, 11 St. Sacrament st. BURNS, J. & A., & Co., general and. commission merchants, 11 St. Sacrament st. DARLING, WILLIAM, importer and general merchant, 169 St. Paul st. DARLING, D. & C., importers and … Read more