Articles: 1930's
1930Submitted by AM BensonTranscribed by Dean Snider Kingston Whig Standard Feb. 26, 1930 page 5 WOLFE ISLAND Wolfe Island, Feb 25 – Mrs. Phanton Green’s funeral took place from Kingston to the Sacred Heart Church here on Friday mornng at nine-thirty and was largely attended. Mrs. Green had lived for the greater part of her life here and had reached the age of 92 years. Requiem mass was sung by the Rev. Father Carey and the pallbearers were Mike Johnson, Andrew Johnson, John Lacey, Dan Lacey, Jack McDonald and James T. McDonald. Mrs. Jerrie Green and John Mackle and son of Watertown, N.Y. were here for the funeral. Mrs. Rainus Sr. died on Saturday evening. She lived the greater part of her life at the foot of the Island and had reached a ripe age. The funeral will take place on Tuesday afternoon from the foot of the Island. She leaves to mourn her loss, one daughter, Mrs. Richard Halliday and two sons, Will Rainus of the Island and Robert of Pittsburgh. “The Road to the city,” a four act play was staged by the members of United Church on Wednesday evening and was greeted by a crowded house. The play was a great success. Following is the cast: Robert Darnell, a country physician, (Herb Armstrong); Richard James, a man from the city, (John Keyes); Jud Jenkins, a young farmer, (A. Bates); John James, Richard’s invalid father, (A. Mullin); Duke, a man of mystery, (E. Splatt); Jet Anderson at the crossroads, (Bertha Rattray); Toto Lee her cousin, (May Horne); Lillie Morton, a girl from the city, (Mrs. J. Keyes); Mrs. Sanderson Jet’s widowed mother ((Mrs. Halpenny); Marie, a lady’s maid, (R. Grant). The dance in the parish Hall on Friday evening was a grand success. There was a very large attendance from Kingston and Cape Vincent as well as from the Island. The music was provided by city talent. Mrs. Patrick McDermott took a party from here last week to Cape Vincent to the home of her daughter, Mrs. Archie Garlock where an enjoyable time was spent in dancing and cards, after which a sumptuous repast was served. Mrs. Vincent Cox of Montreal spent a couple of weeks visiting old friends here. She was formerly Miss Ruby Cummings of the village. Mr. H.D. Hinchley?? has been on the sick list but is improving. Mrs. Patrick Kane and daughter Anna have returned home from a two weeks visit with friends in Kingston. Mrs. William Kiely who has been ill is recovering. 1931Submitted by AM BensonTranscribed by Dean Snider Kingston Whig Standard April 14, 1931 Easter Assembly Held on the Island Big Crowd in Attendance—Ex-Sheriff Dawson Very Low Wolfe Island, April 14—The Easter Assembly, held last week, was one of the best in some time. It was held in the Parish Hall, which was crowded to the doors. About three hundred veal calves were shipped by Messers Ace Hough and S.V. Morgan on Friday last. Dr. Walsh and wife, of Perth, spent Easter with Mrs. J. Kingsley. Mrs. Robert O’Neil of Cape Vincent is visiting her parents here. Mr. Clifford Greenwood and bride have moved to the village. Mrs. William Taylor is improving nicely after her recent accident. Mr. Herbert DeWega? has returned home after spending the last six months in New York with his son. Mrs. Dillon of Enterprise spent Easter with her daughter, Mrs. Rodney McKanna. Mrs. D??ra LaRash has gone to Kingston to receive treatment. Mr. Samuel Taggert, president of the Head of the Island Cheese Factory and the directors, are having the factory all done over and all the latest improvements put in. Mr. Perdue, teacher, returned from Peterboro where he spent the holidays. Mr.Karl Splatt, teacher, has returned from Petersboro. Mr. J. Willock, teacher, has returned from Toronto. Mr. and Mrs. George Peterson(Paterson?) of Glenburnie spent the week-end at the Island. Rev. Father Clancey and Rev. Father Shannon were with Rev. Father Carey for Easter. Mr. Gordon LaRush of Oshawa was home for Easter. Rev. Father Baker of Belleville spent last week with his mother here. Miss. Berth Payne of Watertown and Mrs. Fitzgerald of Cape Vincent were home for the holidays. The many friends of Mr. James Hulton are pleased to hear he is improving after his recent operation in Hotel Dieux, his son Reginald and wife are here from Buffalo. Rev. Captain Wall of the Anglican Church was home to Toronto for a few days. Ex-Sheriff Dawson, who has been very low this last week, has reached the age of ninety-five years. Mr. Thomas White has been confined to his bed through illness. Submitted by AM Benson Transcribed by Dean Snider Kingston Whig Standard Dec 1, 1931 page 14 Rev. Father Carey-25 Years Priest Ceremony Held at Wolfe Island on Monday—Archbishop Present Rev. Father Carey, parish priest of Wolfe Island, observed on Monday the twenty-fifth anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood. In the presence of a very large congregation, Father Carey, who is extremely popular on Wolfe Island with all its residents, celebrated solemn high mass, assisted by Very Rev. Dean J.J. O'Rielly of Trenton as deacon, Rev J.J. Keelay of Marmora as sub-deacon and Rev. J.M. McDonald of Kemptville as master of ceremonies. The sermon, appropriate to the occasion, was preached by Very Rev. J.T.Manley of Smiths Falls. A very large number of clergy from all over the Diocese of Kingston was present. To mark the occasion, a purse was presented to Father Carey by the clergy and a purse and address was also presented to him by the laity. The address was read by Reeve John Kingsley and was signed by him and John Briceland, Oliver Hawkins, Raymond Conley, Joseph Loughlin, Fred Staley, David Mahoney, Howard Murphy, J.P. O'Shea, John Murray and Samuel Taggart. At noon a luncheon for the clergy was held in the parish hall at which Very Rev. Dean A.J. Hemley of Brockville presided as toastmaster. Speeches, eulogistic of the parish priest of Wolfe Island, were delivered by His Excellency Archbishop M.J. O’Brien. Very Rev. Monsignor Fitzgerald of Ottawa, Rev. Father Foley of Alexandria, Rev. Dr. W.T. Kingsley of Portsmouth, Rev. Father Meehan of Elgin. Father Carey replied briefly but feelingly to the words of the speakers. Many letters, telegrams and messages of congratulation were received by. Father Carey on the occasion of his twenty-fifth anniversary. A great many residents of the Island of all faiths joined in extending their congratulations to the popular priest. Father Carey was born at Railton, the son of the late Francis Carey. After his ordination to the priesthood, he served as curate at Gananoque and Prescott and later became pastor at Lanark, Elgin, and Wolfe Island Submitted by AM Benson Kingston Whig Standard Dec 30, 1931 page 7 (above was obit for George McRae-see obits section for it) Mr. and Mrs. James Kenny were here from Cape Vincent N.Y. Mr. and Mrs. John Coudineau? of Picton were here for Christmas with M.V. Johnson. Miss Campsell of Hartington was with Stanley Woodman on Christmas. Misses Agnes and Gertrude Brown teachers of New York were with their parents for Christmas. Miss Hilda Briceland of Kingston was home for Christmas. Mrs. (Dr.) Welsh of Perth was with her parents for Christmas. Mr. and Mrs. Battes, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Horne and Mr. and Mrs. Fred Horne spent Christmas with their parents here. Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Perdue went to his home in Ennismore, Ont. to…. cut off… Submitted by AM Benson Transcribed by Peter Rogers Kingston Whig Standard May 6, 1931 page 14 WOLFE ISLAND RECTOR LEAVES Rev. (Capt.) Wall Goes to Calgary – Was Given Purse of Gold Wolfe Island, May 6 – Rev. (Capt.) Wall who has performed the duties for nearly a year at the Anglican Church, conducted his farewell service on Sunday evening and was presented with a fine dreaming net by the members of the A.Y.P.A., and a purse of gold by the members of the congregation. Rev (Capt.) Wall made many friends while on the Island. He was formerly from Toronto and now leaves here to take over the duties at Calgary. Mr. F. J. Ryan is a little improved as is also Mr. Patrick McDermott. The funeral of the late Mr. John Crawford took place on Thursday morning to the Church of the Sacred Heart at nine-thirty o’clock where a solemn requiem mass was sung by Rev. Father Carey. The late Mr. Crawford was still a young man and highly respected by all on the Island. He had been ill only a few days with pneumonia. The pallbearers were Arthur Baker, Craig Russell, ? Hawkins, Capt Clarence Kenny, Dan Larush, M?? McLaren, He is ….(can’t read part- probably said something like survived by)…his mother, two sisters and one brother Ernie, who was here from Rochester. The two sisters live in Watertown, N.Y. George Kenney, George Bates, Maurice Walker, Thomas Dee have all gone sailing for the summer. A number from here attended the funeral of the late Mrs. Garnet Rodgers who died at Cape Vincent last week. Mr. V. Bush and Richard Russell Jr. motored to Ottawa last week. Mrs. Patrick Moran of Watertown was here visiting her parents. Mr. Frank Baker, of Detroit, is here. From Chris Morrell Toronto Star Saturday, April 11, 1931 Speed Skating at Kingston 50 Years Ago John Gilbert , family grocer, Kingston, writes as follows to the Star: “Over half a century ago, skating rinks on the frozen River St. Lawrence and Lake Ontario were patronized by old and young. The exercise and pure air was responsible for strength of limb and rosy cheeks, no powder or lipstick in those days. Carnivals were held frequently and created much enjoyment. At one of those carnivals, speed and fancy skating artists were on hand to try and win the valuable silver trophies. When the speed skaters lined up thousands of onlookers smiled when Bill SMITHERS, a young lad from Wolfe Island, five miles across the river, got in line with the fast ones. He wore wood and metal skates, 30 inches long, designed by his father, a genius. The pistol rang out and the crowd of spectators got a thrill when the island lad shot ahead of the others amid loud cheering. Henry Cunningham, a local fast skater and sport of that time, was not satisfied and sent Bill a challenge to race eight miles, four miles up the lake and four back, which Bill accepted. A great crowd lined up and the excitement knew no bounds. Off they went, keeping well together, but on the home stretch, the island boy forged ahead and came in many yards in the lead. I can hear the cheering yet. The skates which Bill wore are pictured above, are, I think, the only pair of their kind in America and…….of early days.” From Chris Morrell Toronto Star Thursday, November 5, 1931 HINCHLEY [sic] Four Wills Probated Henry Leslie Hinchley, Wolfe Island, $8, 827 1932Submitted by AM BensonTranscribed by Dean Snider Kingston Whig Standard July 13, 1932 page 5 Record Berry Crop on Wolfe Island. Wolfe Island—The recent rains have helped the crops greatly and the berry crop is the largest on record. Mrs. Oliver Hawkins and daughter Mary, are visiting in Syracuse, N.Y. Miss Florence Areson has arrived here from New Jersey. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Battes, of West Toronto, are at William Horn’s for the holidays. Dr. and Mrs. Landshop, of New Jersey, motored here for a few week’s holidays. They will be the guest of Mrs. Stanley. Ms. Dillon and daughter, of Enterprise, are here for week with Mrs. Rodney McKenna. Leslie Allumn and wife, of Belleville area at William Allumn’s. Mrs. Hastings and daughter Roda and son Jim are here from Ohio at their cottage at Point Alexandria. Mrs. Edna Gordon and two boys are here from Detroit with Mrs. and Mrs. Herbert Leakey. Lloyd Doyle is building a new barn. The work is well under way. Earl Briceland, of Rochester, N.Y., is visiting his other. John McGlynn is spending a couple of weeks with his sons and daughter in Rochester. Submitted by AM Benson Transcribed by Dean Snider Kingston Whig Standard August 27, 1932 page 3 DRISCOLLS LONG ASSOCIATED WITH HOWE ISLAND TEAM Reference was made in the local sporting news this week about three Driscoll boys playing on the crack Howe Island baseball team. It was recalled today by old-time baseball fans that forty years ago the Howe Island team also boasted three Driscoll brothers, Jim, Dan, and Patrick, the latter for many years being a member of the Kingston Police force. These veteran ball players were on the Howe Island team, when it was known under the name of The Wide Awake Baseball Club. Joseph Garrah, well-known Howe Islander, was captain of the team. It is also recalled that John Driscoll, father of the three Driscoll boys at present on the Howe Island team, also played on the team there in his younger days. Howe Island has always been noted for its fine ball players, a number of the players in years passed played in big leagues. 1933Submitted by AM BensonTranscribed by Jerry Vaughn Kingston Whig Standard May 27, 1933, Page 6 WOMEN’S INSTITUTE WOLFE ISLAND W. I. The annual meeting of the Wolfe Island branch of the W. I. was held on May 17 in the Town Hall, with over thirty members present. The meeting was opened by singing the “Ode,” and the roll call was responded to by the payment of fees. Several letters of appreciation from the recipients of fruit and flowers were read. One particularly interesting piece of correspondence was the letter from the department concerning the summer speaker, Miss E. M. Collins. She has arranged to be here on the 31st of May to speak to the St. Lawrence and Wolfe Island branches combined. All members were urged to take advantage of this opportunity. The secretary-treasurer gave the annual report and financial statement, which spoke well for the branch’s activities during the past year. Several splendid reports were given on different phases of the work carried on by this branch. Miss Nellie Muchlan reported on “Girl’s Work,” Mrs. B. Kelley on “Home Economics” and “Agriculture”, and Mrs. M. Fawcett on “Canadian Industries,” and “Methods of Publicity for the Institute.” The chairman, Mrs. G. Bullis, conducted the election of officers which resulted as follows: president, Mrs. G. Bullis; first vice-president, Mrs. M. Wiggins; second vice-president, Mrs. W. Keyes; district director, Mrs. R. McCready; branch directors, Mrs. Kiell, Mrs. W. Mosier, Mrs. W. E. Horne, Mrs. A McDonald, Miss Jennie Ryan, Miss Agnes Greenwood; press reporter, Miss Doris Kyle; refreshment committee, Mrs. R. Horne, Mrs. P. McDermott; pianist, Mrs. W. Kyle, assistant, Miss Dolly McIntosh. Regret was expressed that the president, Mrs. Wiggins, was ill in the Kingston General Hospital and unable to be present. The members wished her a speedy recovery. Mrs. W. Keys exhibited blankets, yarn, and batts made from raw wool. The meeting was brought to a close by singing the National Anthem after which dainty refreshments were served. Submitted by AM Benson Transcribed by Dean Snider Kingston Whig Standard June 22, 1933 page 14 FIVE BARNS ON WOLFE ISLAND BLOWN DOWN Gale Did Great Deal of Damage There Early Last Evening A terrific gale that reached the proportions of a hurricane swept across the eastern end of Wolfe Island last night, flattening barns, uprooting trees, and damaging crops in its wake. The gale cut a swatch about a half a mile wide and virtually carried everything before it. It struck about 6:30 last night and in its short duration of ten minutes wrought thousands of dollars of damage. Hail driven by the wind severely damaged the crops. Five barns were leveled to the ground while hundreds of large trees were uprooted. Telephone communication to the most easterly extremity of the island was cut off and this morning no word as to the extent of the damage in that section could be learned. Telephone poles were blown down and it is expected that it will be several days before the service is resumed. A steel truss barn owned by George Rattrary(Rattray sic) was blown down and a hay loader stored in the structure was hurled several feet. Barns owned by John Niles, Frank Alrie (Alarie sic), and John Murray were also leveled to the ground while the barn of William Woodman was lifted bodily by the gale from its foundation and moved several feet. Smaller outbuildings were readily flattened. Twenty-eight large trees in the bush owned by William Dignuim were uprooted by the wind and oak trees two feet in diameter were torn up like saplings. Orchards on the island suffered greatly. Many fruit trees were uprooted and those left standing were swept clean of their young fruit. As far as could be learned this morning no one was injured nor was any home damaged to any great extent. Strangely the gale did not hit Howe Island lying next to Wolfe Island although it was learned this morning that the wind was quite strong there. The Steamer Wolfe Islander was making the trip from Kingston to the island when the storm came on but in the cannel the water was reasonably calm. Submitted by AM Benson Transcribed by Dean Snider Kingston Whig Standard Aug 1, 1933 page2 Wolfe Is. Picnic Is Taking Place Hon. William Finleyson and Mitchell Hepburn Were Billed to be Present. One of the biggest events of the summer season at Wolfe Island,-the picnic of the Church of the Sacred Heart- is being held this afternoon and evening. A large number of Kingstonians went over to the Island to take part in the festivities. Rev. Father Carey announced that he had secured Mitchell F. Hepburn, Provincial Liberal Leader, and Hon. William Finleyson, Minister of Lands and forests in the Ontario Government, to be present and deliver addresses in addition to other speakers. Dr. William Spankie, M.P., will be chairman, and others expected to be present include Hon. T.A. Kid, Hon. W.D. Black, Dr. A.E. Ross, M.P Colin A. Campbell of Northbrook, Liberal candidate for the riding of Addington in the Ontario Legislature, Fred Hambly M.P. of Napanee, and Col. George Bawden president of the Kingston Liberal Association, and others. Following their usual custom, the ladies of the Sacred Heart Church are providing a chicken dinner and supper. The program of sports will include a baseball game between Mount Cheaney and Wolfe Island. a number of the entertainers from The Whig-Standard Hospitality day program went over to the island to provide a program. Music will be provided by the Dixie Aces, orchestra of Gananoque. The affair will be concluded with a dance tonight. Mr. Hepburn will remain over in Kingston on Wednesday and at 1 PM will be the guest of the Kingston Liberal Association at a luncheon to be held in the Hotel LaSalle. The even is being held so as to give an opportunity to the people of Kinston and this district to meet the Ontario Liberal leader. The public, including ladies are invited. Submitted by AM Benson Transcribed by Dean Snider Kingston Whig Standard Aug 15, 1933 page 8 Wolfe Island Won From Howe Island Took Group Title in Exciting Eleven-inning Game Monday In a game which went eleven innings, and in which a lot of excitement was crowded into the last three frames, Wolfe Island defeated Howe Island by a score of 13 to 12, in a game played at the Fair Grounds on Monday afternoon to decide the winners of the southern section of county Baseball League. Wolfe Island will now play Parham, winners of the northern section. There was a good attendance at the game considering the hurry up call given for the play-off. Howe Island had the game pretty well sewed up in the ninth inning, the score being 10-7 in their favor. The Wolfe Island team then rallied and the fireworks commenced and the excitement was at fever heat until the grand finish. Hogan was on the mound for the Wolfe Islanders until the sixth innings and was replaced by Spoor, who had been playing on first. Foley went the entire route for Howe Island. It was a free hitting game with nine hits being scored off Hogan and five off Spoor, while eleven hits were scored off Foley. The game was featured by two home runs, one by LaRush for Wolfe Island and one by Beaubien for Howe Island. Spoor’s hitting and the home run by LaRush tied the score for the Wolfe Islanders in the ninth. Howe Island tried hard to break the tie in their half of the ninth, but there was nothing doing. Neither team scored in the tenth. The good hitting of Spoor, Woodman and LaRush in the eleventh was responsible for three runs. Howe Island threw quite a scare when they got two runs over in their final session Wolfe Island certainly made a wonderful comeback after loitering along…article cut off… Submitted by AM Benson Transcribed by Dean Snider Kingston Whig Standard May 6, 1933 page 3 Wolfe Island Fire Threatened Village Question of Fire Equipment is to be seriously considered Wolfe Island, May 6-- Threatening to sweep through the entire village of Marysville, the serious fire on Friday, which destroyed the cow barn on the property owned by Oliver Hawkins, and occupied by Leonard Mosier, and the horse stable owned by Thomas Greenwood, has raised the question of the purchase of fire apparatus for the protection of the island and many are urging that the matter receive immediate attention. Friday’s fire was much more serious than at first thought. The flames destroyed the buildings owned by Mr. Hawkins and Mr. Greenwood, and also caused some damage to Mrs. J.S. Baker’s store, R. Card’s house. J.S. Briceland’s stable, R. Mullins’ stable, D.J. Cosgrove’s building and Joe McAvoy’s house. All these blazes were extinguished by the bucket brigade before the fires could get much headway. Mr. Mosier’s loss is quite heavy, though partly covered with insurance. In addition to the building, a large quantity of hay and farm implements and harness were destroyed. Capt. Clarence Kenny, who is temporarily in charge of the Steamer Wolfe Islander, held the boat here for some time while he and other members of the crew rendered most valuable assistance in fighting the fires. Teachers and pupils in the local schools also aided considerably. Everyone in the village was alarmed and worked with energy to check the flames. It was the most potentially serious fire in years. Submitted by AM Benson Transcribed by Jerry Vaughn Jan 27 1933 Islander Busy The steamer Wolfe Island has been kept unusually busy of late taking freight to the city. ON Monday the boat made a special trip to Kingston to take Mrs. Herbert Leakey to the hospital. Personals George Bullis underwent an operation for appendicitis on Monday. Clarence Doucter also was recently operated upon. Born in Toronto, to Captain and Mrs. Wall, a son. George Greenwood has returned to… cut off... Submitted by AM Benson Transcribed by Jerry Vaughn Feb 22 1933 Kingston Whig Standard Play Was Given At Wolfe Island Christ Church Dramatic Society Presented “The Old Oaken Bucket” Wolfe Island—On Friday evening, February 17, the Dramatic Society of Christ Church, Wolfe Island, presented a very interesting and delightfully humorous four-act play entitled “The Old Oaken Bucket,” in the Sacred Heart Parish Hall. The play was under the able direction of Rodney Pyke and it is a well known fact in this community that when Mr. Pyke directs a performance of this nature, it is well done and its success is assured. When at the end of the first act, the chairman, Rev. James Dawe, told the appreciative audience that the beautiful outdoor scenery of mountains, trees and peaceful meadows, was painted by Mr. Pyke himself, they were amazed. The first act was the only one needing outdoor scenery and it was complete to the minutest detail—the realistic grass carpet, the old well, with its age-worn bucket, the verandah and the latticed fence all combined to add charm to the rustic beauty of the place. The cast of characters consisted of Mr. and Mrs. Rodney Pyke, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Burke, Mr. and Mrs. George Henderson, Leslie King, Miss Margaret Holliday, Frank Jones, Gordon Gillespie, Leslie Henderson and Oscar Pyke. The consensus of opinion of those present was that the play and the manner in which it was presented ranked second to none of the performances staged in this vicinity for several years past. Submitted by AM Benson Transcribed by Jerry Vaughn 4 April 1933 Township Council Wolfe Island Municipal Council met on April 1 at 1:30 p.m. members all present, except Councillor Gillespie. Moved, Taggart-Wiggins and resolved that minutes of last meeting be adopted as read. Moved, Murphy-Wiggins and resolved that following steamboat accounts be paid: Allan McDonald for February, $85; John Gray for February, $85; George Bates, mate fourteen days and bonus, $80; S. Ley, fourteen days, fireman, $25; James Hawkins, fourteen days, deckhand and bonus, $72; Gordon McDonald, fourteen days, deckhand, and bonus $72; R. Spoor, purser $29; Mrs. S. Ley, fourteen days, cook, $85; Allan McDonald for March, $75; John Gray, for March $75; S. Ley seventeen days, assisting engineer, $34; Mrs. S. Ley, account $2.50; W. Randall, four and a half days, scrubbing, $9; I Boyce, three and a half days scrubbing, tow days painting $12.10. Moved, Murphy-Taggart and resolved that following township accounts be paid: S. V. Hogan, coal for Mrs. Goslin, and township hall, $23.10; Oliver Hawkins account $4.35; Vincent Greenwood, assessor and postage, $41.05. Moved, Taggart-Wiggins and resolved that by-law No. 5 be passed, re overdraft in Bank of Toronto. Moved, Murphy-Wiggins and resolved that Reeve and treasurer be authorized to transfer the sum of one thousand dollars from township to ferry account. Moved, Taggart-Murphy and resolved that J.S. Briceland be appointed tax collector for the balance of the 1932 roll for the sum of $10 and that the bank be notified not to accept any more taxes and that the collector be instructed to collect balance of the taxes forthwith. Moved, Murphy-Taggart and resolved that the treasurer be bonded in a bond company, for the sum of $3000. The meeting adjourned to meet the first Thursday in May at 1:30 p.m. Submitted by AM Benson Transcribed by Jerry Vaughn RODNEY WALKER OF WOLFE ISLAND DEAD July 26, 1933 WOLFE ISLAND - One of the most respected residents of the Island passed away last Monday morning after a brief illness in the person of Rodney Walker. Deceased was a well to do farmer and he leaves to mourn his loss a sorrowing wife and one brother Frank of New York and one sister Mrs. R. Spence of Wolfe Island. Russell Grimshaw, who died in Kingston, was born on the Island and was well know here. His many Island friends were sorry to hear of his death. His remains were interred on the Island and the pall-bearers were R. Boyd, H. Boyd, Mac Greenwood, John Greenwood, Bert Watts and Martin Kane. Mrs. James Russel, who is ill at Hotel Dieu Hospital in Kingston, is improving nicely. Mr. and Mrs. Bruno Spoor of Buffalo are visiting relatives here. Dr. and Mrs. Ferguson Doyle of Tweed are visiting relatives here. Born, to Mr. and Mrs. R. McKenna, a son. The farmers are almost finished haying, which was a very light crop. A well-known cattle buyer said he has been coming to the Island for the past thirty-five years but he never saw such poor crops as this year. The grasshoppers are getting quite plentiful here on the Island due to the continued dry weather. The pastures are short of grass and the cows are getting very short in their milk supply. The grain crop is small and light. Some of the farmers have turned their cattle into it before it dries up. The cheese factories are getting a scant supply of milk these days for the cows have reduced their milk supply about one half since last month. Mrs. Wall of Toronto is visiting at Capt. J. Kenny’s. Mrs. George McAllister and family of Saskatoon, Sask., are visiting at Mr. and Mrs. William Hawkins. Dr. Anglin and family from the city are at their cottage here. Mrs. (Dr.) Arreson of Montclair, N.J. are at their cottage here for the summer. Ben Whitney and family from the city are here for the summer. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Baker of Deferil, N.Y. were here on a visit. Miss Edna McLaren, nurse, was home for a week. Miss Alma Cosgrove has gone to Buffalo for a trip. Miss Hilda Briceland of the city is home for a few days. Miss Marie Baker has just returned from Toronto. Rev. Father Ross Coyle of Morrisburg was here for a few days. Rev. Father Ryan of Camden was home for a couple of days. The Islanders are making many preparations for their annual picnic, August 1. Submitted by AM Benson May 1 1933 Howe Island Howe Island—Joel Lachance, one of the oldest residents of the Island, is seriously ill at his home. Both he and Mrs. Cadue are in the ninety-fourth year. Reeve Peter Lachance was in Kingston during the past week on jury service. Miss Rose Driscoll has been in Kinston during the past two weeks. Miss Martha Garragh is undergoing treatment at the Hotel Dieu Hospital, Kingston. Jim Beseau and Miss Anne Beseau have returned home after a two weeks visit with William Sangster, Kingston. No church service was held in St. Philomena’s church on Sunday last on account of the storm. A large number attended the Firemen’s Ball in Gananoque on Friday night last. Wilfred Quinn, Toronto, who visited with his brothers, Messrs. Henry and Clarence Quinn, has returned home. Miss Edith Foley and John Pickett, Sr., have returned after an extended visit with John Foely, Greystone Farm, Watertown, N.Y. Mrs. John Prior, Sr., Miss Laura and Leonard Prior, have returned from a three-months’ visit in Flint, Mich. Mrs. John Walker is visiting her mother, Mrs. Robert McCalpin, Gananoque. 1934Submitted by AM BensonTranscribed by Dean Snider Kingston Whig Standard Aug 24, 1934 page 5. Islanders Seeking Legal advice About Disputed Ferry Road HOWE ISLAND—Interest has been aroused by the attempts of Mrs. William McFadden, of Pittsburg to block all traffic from Howe Island to Highway No 2, via the Nokomis Lodge ferry road. At this time it is the only road by which the islanders can get to outside points. Several times last fall she issued orders to various parties to refrain from driving over the road in question but islanders persisted. In compliance with her wishes, the ferry landing on the Pittsburg side was changed. Due to the low water of the past few years, the high landing was abandoned in favor of a lower one directly along-side. Mrs. McFadden contended that this lower one was located on her property and to avoid complications, the high landing was lowered and put into use this spring. For the time being, the controversy seemed forgotten but soon after the opening of the ferry this spring, more trouble began. Mrs. McFadden claimed the ferry road was part of her farm and asked for township help to repair it. It is the claim of ownership that is at present being disputed. Although charts do not show it to be a township road, it is known that both Pittsburgh Township and the late Dr. W. Nicholl, former owner to Nokomis Lodge, had, in past years expended considerable sums of money on sections of it. Also, some years ago the late Anthony Rankin, M.P.P. obtained a grant from the Ontario Government; to be used by the Township of Howe Island in making repairs, on part of the road-the hill, a short distance to the south of where the McFadden home now stands. On Wednesday, April 1st, Mrs. McFadden gave notice that after the last trip of the ferry that night, the road was to be barricaded, on the advice of her lawyer. The township received notice from W.F. Nickle, K.C. of Kingston that he had given his client permission to protect her property against trespassing and, if necessary, to drop the ferry cable into the river. Many protests were voiced over this action. Mrs. McFadden was not April fooling, however, and Thursday morning the road was blocked by a stout gate, chained to a tree on either side of the road, about 75 feet north of the ferry landing. No definite action has since been taken, but legal advice is being sought by Howe Island residents. As the township has used this road for some 60 or 70 years, without ever before being hindered or being asked to pay rent for the use of it, islanders feel that these reasons alone are sufficient to give Howe Island a right of way from the river to the highway. Permission is being sought to remove the gate and again use the disputed road. Inconvenience especially in shipping cream and live stock from the island, is a serious matter and islanders feel that they should not be the victims of any ??? suffered during the delay in traffic. From Chris Morrell Toronto Star Wednesday, December 26, 1934 Throw Rope 90 Feet Save Family Adrift Man, Wife, Baby Caught in Ice Crossing Channel Wolfe Island, Dec. 26 – Ethelred BEAUBIEN, his wife and baby, started out this morning from Wolfe Island for his parents home on Howe Island, in an ice punt to spend Christmas, when half way across the channel, one mile wide at this point, they were caught in drifting ice. Beaubien was unable to use the oars. He and his wife sat in the bottom of the boat to keep it from upsetting. They were carried about one mile opposite Oak Point on Wolfe Island, where a number of men were able to throw a rope about 90 feet to Beaubien, and pulled the punt to shore. Mrs. Beaubien suffered from cold and water, which splashed in the boat, but baby was none the worse for the experience. 1935Submitted by AM BensonTranscribed b Dean Snider Kingston Whig Standard Dec 27, 1935 page 3 ONE HOURS CROSSING TO UNITED STATES PROPOSED Government Wharf at Horne’s Point would make Plan a Reality—Would Mean Great Increase in tourist The popular winter route between Kingston and Cape Vincent is expected to become the poplar summer route between Canada and the United States if present plans under consideration by W.E. Horne of Wolfe Island materialize. Mr. Horne has been in Montreal recently inspecting a diesel engined vessel with accommodation for twenty cars, but no actual purchase has been made. The plan is that a good sized boat with plenty of accommodations for autos would be put on the run between Horne’s point and Cape Vincent. The motorist would then drive across the island on a provincial highway, which has been under construction, for some time and take the Wolfe Island ferry at Marysville for Kingston. The entire trip from Cape Vincent to Kingston could be accomplished in one hour if the ferry schedules were rearranged. Plans have been drawn and money for a public wharf at Horne's Point will probably be included in the Dominion Government estimates this year When this wharf is completed, the last major obstacle in the way of the plan will have been overcome and it will then resolve itself into a matter of co-operation between the ferry companies concerned. The Kingston Chamber of Commerce has been taking a keen interest in all the negotiations so far and the directors are most anxious that the plan should be completed as it is felt that the proposed crossing between Kingston and Cape Vincent would greatly increase the tourist traffic for this city and the adjacent territory. A one-hour crossing from Kingston to the United States would place this city in an enviable position as the chief Canadian port of entry and departure between Niagara Falls and Brockville. Submitted by AM Benson Transcribed by Dean Snider Kingston Whig Standard Sept 19, 1935 page 12. WOLFE ISLAND WOLFE ISLAND—Threshing is the order of the day among the farmers. Although operations have been held up due to the recent rains considerable progress is being made and a fair crop is reported. The Marriage of Miss Margaret Marie Holliday, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Holliday, and Mr. Kenneth MacLean, son of Mr. and Mrs. N?? MacLean, Gananoque was an interesting event. Prior to her marriage the popular bride was the guest of honor at several teas and showers. Capt. Grant Pyke’s tug “Salvage Queen,” brought a large load of road building equipment to the island and work on the new highway is expected to start at once. The Young Peoples Society of St. Andrew’s United Church held an enjoyable weiner roast at Horne’s Point. PERSONALS Mrs. Nora Browne and her two daughters, Agnes and Gertrude, have returned to New York after spending the vacation at their summer home here. Mr. and Mrs. Sam Payne of Watertown, N.Y. are visiting relatives on the Island. Miss Elaine McCallister has returned to Tweed after spending the Hollidays with her parents Mr. and Mrs. James McCallister. Miss Helen Hogan of Kingston was a recent guest of her aunt, Mrs. Nora Browne. Miss Mary Cummins of Toronto is spending some time with her aunt, Miss Eulalia Cummins. Mrs. George Russell and her two sons, Raymond and Billie, left this week by motor for their home in buffalo, N.Y. Miss Evelyn Horne of Syracuse, N.Y., was a recent visitor in the village. William Stevenson has purchased a new car. Mrs. Ethel MacFadden is visiting Mr. and Mrs. Sam Woodman of Joyceville. Miss Louise Hawkins, Reg.N., left by plane for Boston, Mass. Mr. and Mrs. Alex Pragent and their two children of Trenton arrived to visit Mrs. Pragent’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Hogan. Mrs. Edward Denning and her family have returned to Hartford, Conn., after spending the summer at their summer home on Batteau Channel. Mrs. William Little, who sometime ago had the misfortune to fracture her leg is recovering nicely. Rev. Mr. Casswell, a former pastor of St Andrew’s United Church , who has been occupying a cottage here with his family for the summer, has returned to his parish in Frankville. Rev and Mrs. James Dawe have left on a motor trip to Sudbury. Miss Mary Hawkins has returned home from Cape Vincent, N.Y., where she visited Mr. and Mrs. William Wyley. Submitted by AM Benson Transcribed by Dean Snider Kingston Whig Standard June 7, 1935 page 10 History Given of The United Church of Wolfe Island 93rd Anniversary of Methodists and 80th of Presbyterian On June 9th and 10th the United Church, Wolfe Island commemorates the 93rd anniversary of the Methodist Episcopal Church, Wolfe Island, and also the 80th anniversary of the Presbyterian Church in that locality. While both congregations are known to have existed before that time, yet these are the dates of organization as found in the church records. It was on June 11th, 1842, that the Methodist Church formed itself into an organized congregation. Rev. Thaddaeus Lewis being the first ordained minister. A reference to Alexander Forester, as local preacher intimates that he held services prior to 1842. It was not until 1855 on June 26th that the Presbyterians met together to deliberate the best schemes for erecting a church. This meeting was presided over by Col. Angus Cameron of Garden Island, who also donated the first Bible used and which still is in the possession of the church. The fact of the nearness of Wolf Island to Queen’s Theological College would suggest that divine services were being held by the Presbyterian Church on Wolfe Island prior to that date. Of the two denominations the Presbyterians were the first to build a church, although in the Methodist records reference is made to the Mount Zion Chapel property, at the north ferry. As this church is not further referred to and owing to the continued use of the school houses for church services, it is thought no such church was built. In 1855 while the Presbyterians were arranging to build their church, an offer was made by the Baroness de Longueuil, who offered the exclusive use of her church in the afternoon of every Sabbath for eight years free of charge, providing the new Presbyterian Church was built on the same side of the island as hers. This endeavor to unite the Presbyterian and the Anglican Churches, so the recorder states, was acted upon with great earnestness at first but, trouble arising, the union was soon dissolved. Presbyterians Build The Presbyterians then began to erect their own structure on Thomas Terrent’s corner, the seventh concession base-line. Thus on April 17th, 1858, in St Andrews Church as the new building was called, the Presbyterians of Wolfe Island were organized into a congregation and delegates duly appointed to present their petition to Presbytery. While from 1843 onward reference is made to ordained ministers in the Methodist congregation, it was not until 1850 that the first Presbyterian minister, Rev. Donald Ross, was stationed on the island. Previous to that time various professors of Queen’s had conducted baptisms and students held services, the first of whom mentioned being William Darrach in 1858 and Hugh Cameron in 1859. In the year 1860 a call was extended to George Porteous, a graduating student in divinity at Queen’s. His stay among the people of the island was over a very long period of years. In 1879 St Andrew’s Church was moved to the village of Marysville, where it now stands, and is used for Sunday school and young people’s gatherings. At the time of writing the sons of the former builders are replacing the shingles with a metal roofing. Methodist Church Turning once again to record the progress of the Methodist Church, its first building was erected in 1862. This was built at Big Bay. Thirteen years later at the foot of the Island the present church was built. In 18?? the village church, which has been used by the united congregation since their union, one year previous to the general union in 1925, was erected. To mention a few names of those far-seeing people can only be done with apologies for omitting others who did much to build up the Christian community in Wolfe Island. Of these the name of George Keyes, who served the Methodist Church as recording steward from 1862 over a long period of years, and who aided in building all three churches in the Methodist congregation: of Woodmans, McCreadys, Grants, Rattrays, Joslins, Nyles, Armstrongs, Davis, MacDonalds, Hinckleys, and a host of others of equal importance, some of whose descendants are still living on the island; others have moved away . It is needless to refer to the splendid devotion of these people to the United Church into which union they entered voluntarily in 1924. Preparations are being made to have this anniversary long remembered by the people, especially as celebrations for the first decade of church union are being held all over Canada, and in particular as the congregation is entering into its second year as a self-sustaining charge. The present minister is Rev. A.W. March, BA, BD. Submitted by AM Benson Transcribed by Dean Snider Kingston Whig Standard Oct 29, 1935 page 5 AT WOLFE ISLAND WOLFE ISLAND – A large crowd from here attended the dance and chicken supper in the new hall at Read, which father Carey recently built. Miss Elaine McAllister spent Thanksgiving with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. McAllister Mr. and Mrs. Archie running are visiting the latter’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. H. Horne. Mr. and Mrs. Alex. Robertson and son Madoc have returned home from visiting Mr. and Mrs. George Rattray. Miss Mary Payne underwent an operation I the Hotel Dieu Hospital for tonsils and adenoids. A large crowd attended the Euchre and dance last Thursday night in the parish hall. The islanders are shocked at the sudden passing of the late Andrew Johnson. the late Mr. Johnson leaves to mourn his loss his wife, three sons, John, Vincent, and Howard; two daughters, Mary and Estrene. J.S. Briceland and son Jack are painting the new hall in Read. Submitted by AM Benson Transcribed by Jerry Vaughn Kingston Whig Standard 1935 Wolfe Island Ferry Situation Is in a Muddle Just Now The ferry Wolfe Island is back on (sic) The ferry Wolfe Islander is back on a charge basis and has been on that basis since Sept. 1. Authorization for the operation of the ferry Wolfe Islander at no charge to passengers had never been obtained was learned by The Whig-Standard this morning in an interview with Colin Campbell, Liberal candidate for Frontenac-Addington in the by-election on Sept. 24. It will be remembered that shortly before the provincial election on June 19 the Wolfe Island ferry and the road on the Island were taken over as part of the Provincial Highways system. The records show that an Order-in-Council for the road was passed on June 13 and the plan was registered in Kingston on June 27. An Order-in-Council is supposed to be signed by the Minister of Highways and then advertised in the Ontario Gazette. Both Orders-in-Council for the road and the ferry were approved by the Council and the Cabinet but neither was signed by the Minister of Highways or advertised n the Gazette and only the agreement for the road was registered. On Sept. 1 the charge for transportation from the Island to the mainland was reverted to and has been continued ever since. Authorities are at a loss to understand just what the situation actually is today but they have the assurance of the present Minister of Highways that an adjustment will be made in the near future. Submitted by AM Benson Kingston Whig Standard May 11, 1935 Wolfe Island Wolfe Island-The funeral of the late Mrs. Charles Hall was held to Trinity Church were Rev. James Daw conducted the service, after which the remains were placed in the family plot in the Anglican Church Cemetery. The late Mrs. Hall is survived by her husband, one daughter, Martha, and on son, William of Cape Vincent. The pall-bearers were Robert Bullis, John McDonald, William Hogan, Harry Boyd, Lloyd Doyle and Allen Keyes. Many from the Island attended the funeral in Kingston of the late James Briceland. Deceased had lived here for many years, later moving to Glenburnie. Mrs. Michael Doyle and son, Lloyd are near Cape Vincent, N.Y., attending the funeral of Mrs. Doyle's sister. Mrs. Welsh and her three children of Perth are visiting her mother, Mrs. John Kingsley, sr. Mrs. W.H. Areson and daughter, Miss Florence Areson of Montclair, N.J. were the first summer residents to arrive here. The Women's Institute held a concert and dance in the parish hall, which was very well attended. Mrs. Stanley Woodman was in charge of the play. Hugh Horne of Syracuse, N.Y., spend a few days here. Submitted by AM Benson Transcribed by Jerry Vaughn Kingston Whig Standard FRIDAY, JANUARY 25, 1935 Wolfe Island Wants High School There Deputation Requested the County Council to Take Necessary Steps – Want Magistrate Reinstated A request to have Wolfe Island established as a high school center was made by a delegation representing the Island at the Thursday afternoon session of the County Council. Educational advantages to the county were pointed out by J. D. Cosgrove, Wolfe Island township clerk, and F. P. Smith, public school inspector. The children of Wolfe Island are handicapped in getting an education, stated Mr. Cosgrove. The Island is cut off from the city for indefinite periods in the spring and fall of each year because transportation facilities are temporarily blocked. Mr. Cosgrove asked that Wolfe Island be made a high school center in order that the children receive advantages equal to those available in other parts of the province. He admitted that the initial cost would be great but as soon as the debentures were paid off it would not be so much. “A peculiar situation exists on Wolfe Island,” said Mr. Smith. “The continuation school is not functioning there as the requirements demand. It is not the fault of the teacher, who is making the best of bad conditions. The building is badly in need of repair and I am informed that it is in the worst shape of any school in the province. “The question in our minds is would we rather manufacture cheese in our own homes or establish factories for this purpose. This is the situation on the Island. It is a question of whether to educate the children in the homes or in a suitable school. “One high school would relieve the entire problem. Children that have to travel to the city for their education now would be able to be home with their parents each night. No more would they have to cross the lake to attend the Kingston Collegiate Institute, Regiopolis or the Norte Dame Convent. It would be the best possible plan for the coming generation.” Councillor Monty Wiggins of Wolfe Island said that education of Island children cost the County Council between $2,800 and $3,000 last year. If a high school were established on the Island, the county would have to pay an amount equal to the government grant which would be a substantial saving. Such a school would provide the children with better opportunities than ever before and would pay dividends in results, he said. In reply to Councillor Ritchie’s query as to whether the township of Wolfe Island is making any contribution to the Sydenham High School, Mr. Cosgrove replied that since 1928 the township had received in rebate the full amount of the assessment for the Syndenham school. From 1894 to 1928 the rebate had been only $110 annually, which was considerably less that the share paid by Wolfe Island. Warder Frank Smith assured the delegation that the matter would receive the full consideration of the Council. On motion of Cuncillors Hawkey and Sibbit, the request was referred to the Finance Committee. Motions Passed Submitted by George Halladay The Whig - Standard. Kingston, Ontario August 30,1935 News (Simcoe I.) The motorship Hibou was freed by two tugs from a shoal at the foot of Simcoe Island where it had been grounded for two days. It then resumed its regular schedule between Kingston and Cape Vincent, N.Y. Submitted by AM Benson Transcribed by Jerry Vaughn Kingston Whig Standard Tues Feb 26, 1935 page 2 Wants Channel at Island Deepened Capt. C. Mahoney at City Council – Resolution to Come Next Meeting Capt. Charles Mahoney of Kingston, grand president of the Canadian Navigators Federation, Inc., appeared before the members of the City Council, at their session on Monday night in support of a movement he has started in an endeavor to get the Federal Government to deepen the channel at the foot of Wolfe Island. The Kingston Chamber of Commerce has already forwarded a resolution to the Department of Marine at Ottawa, pointing out the trouble experienced by navigators, and asking that the channel be deepened by removing the shoal. The Chamber of Commerce also asked the City Council to add its support to the project. The matter was referred to Mayor J. C. Reynolds and Dr. W. W. Sands, city clerk, to draft a resolution to be presented to the Council at its next session, to be forwarded to Ottawa. The Canadian Navigators Federation, Inc., has been for some time endeavoring to get the Federal Government to deepen the channel at the foot of Wolfe Island. There is a shoal at this point which interferes with vessels when heavily loaded. Boats drawing over fourteen feet of water have to go around the head of Wolfe Island and into the American Channel, so as to escape the shoal. After Capt. Mahoney had been heard in regard to the matter, Ald. Peters suggested that Mayor Reynolds and the City Clerk frame a resolution to be presented at the next meeting of the Council and then forwarded to Ottawa. Ald. Peters said that he regarded the matter as most important. The mayor stated that he would be pleased to take up the matter. Capt. Mahoney pointed out to the members of the Council that other cities were having harbor work carried out by the Government. He referred especially to Toronto, stating that millions of dollars were being expended there. Capt. Mahoney also pointed out the many advantages Kingston would derive from having the proposed dredging done. He maintained that water transportation was still the cheapest and impressed on the Council the importance of pressing the matter before the Government at Ottawa so that Kingston would be connected with the deep water route. Mayor Reynolds thanked Capt. Mahoney for bringing the matter to the attention of the Council, and promised that they would give the matter due consideration. Submitted by AM Benson Transcribed by Jerry Vaughn Kingston Whig Standard Friday Jan 4 1935 pg 3 Miss Vivian Murphy is seriously ill at her home here. Misses Bertha and Ena Payne have returned to Watertown, N.Y., after spending the holidays with their parents Mr. and Mrs. Edward Payne. Philip Ryan is visiting relatives on Howe Island. Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Perdue are visiting Mr. Perdue’s parents in Peterboro. Rev. James Ryan of Camden and Rev. Charles Baker of Belleville spent Christmas at their homes here. Mrs. Pete Fitzgerald and Mrs. Archie Garlock have returned to Cape Vincent after visiting their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Patrick McDermott. The Anglican Sunday School concert in St. Andrew’s hall was a decided success. The entertainment was under the direction of Miss Catharine White. Miss Elaine McAllister has returned to Tweed after spending the holidays with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. James McAllister. 1936Submitted by Eileen TruesdellFrom: Kingston Whig Standard Date: June 4, 1936 How Howe Island Got Potato Bugs Gananoque, June 4—John Garrah, who is eighty years of age and is one of Gananoque’s oldest citizens informed The Whig Standard on Wednesday, that he could well remember the time when potato bugs made their first appearance on Howe Island where he was born and raised. According to Mr. Garrah, the bugs came over in a swarm from Wolfe Island, and a resident named John Golady saw the swarm and thinking it was bees fired his rifle, and the bugs fell in his garden and Howe Island has had potato bugs ever since. This may sound like a “bedtime story” but it was told to the scribe in the middle of the day for the truth. Submitted by AM Benson Transcribed by Dean Snider Kingston Whig Standard Sep 30 1936 WOLFE ISLAND WOLFE ISLAND— Obit-see obits section.. Mrs. Mortimer MacDonald and Mrs. Ethel MacFadden were joint hostesses at a miscellaneous shower in the Parish Hall in honor of Mrs. Seaward Charlton, formerly Miss Charlotte LaRush, a recent bride. The numerous gifts testified to the popularity of the young couple. Richard Russell of Montreal is spending his vacation with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Craig Russell. Mrs. George Bates has returned from Moneton, N.B., after spending the summer with her sister, Mrs. George McCalllister and Mr. McCallister. Jerry Mahoney of Rochester, N.Y. is visiting his brother, David Mahoney. Charlie Docteur of Rochester, N.Y., a former Islander is renewing acquaintances on the Island. Sanford Dawson has returned to New York City after visiting his sister, Mrs. Earl Payne. William Hawkins Sr., who has been on the sick list is able to be around again. Miss Reba Mullin, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Mullin has entered the Kingston General Hospital nurses’ training school. Miss Ila Boyd is attending the Kingston Business College. Mrs. Louis Fitzgerald of Cape Vincent, N.Y., is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Payne. Mr. and Mrs. Seaward Charlton of Kingston spent the week-end with the latter’s parents, Capt. and Mrs. Louis La Rush. Mr. and Mrs. Earl Marlowe have moved into the Quirk house in the village. Mrs. Dan La rush is visiting friends in Watertown, N.Y. Miss Anita O’Connell, nurse – in - training at the Hotel Dieu Hospital spent the week-end with her parents, Mrs. Anthony La rush of St. Catharines is visiting Mrs. and Mrs. Daniel La Rush. Miss Lola Hogan has returned home the Hotel Dieu Hospital after having her tonsils removed. Submitted by AM Benson Kingston Whig Standard Aug 6, 1936.page 10 On July 27, Desmond McDonald, son of Mr. and Mrs. Morton McDonald celebrated his third birthday. A number of young guests were present and many useful presents were received. The happy gathering was brought to a close after a dainty supper had been served by Desmond’s grandmother, Mrs. Dora LaRush. Mr. and Mrs. Gordon LaRush of Ottawa are visiting friends here. Mr. and Mrs. Adrian Ryan and children of Rochester, N.Y., are visiting Mr. Ryans brother here. John Greenwood, jr., is in the Hotel Dieu undergoing an operation. The Sacred Heart picnic was a great success. The sum of $1,263.85 was realized. Earl Briceland and wife and little daughter Betty, of Rochester, N.Y., are visiting Mrs. Archibald McDonald. Mrs. George Rattray is visiting with her daughter, Mrs. Robertson, of Madoc. Oliver Donovan and wife, of California, are spending the summer here. Mr. and Mrs. Ritzel of Waterloo are in their cottage here. Mrs. Stanley of Montclair, N.Y., has opened up her cottage home here. Dr. Austin Staley, Toronto, is at his summer home here. Marie D??? and Rita O’Neil of Cape Vincent, N.Y., are visiting Mrs. S.V. Hogan. Mrs. James Davis of Syracuse is visiting Mrs. William Hawkins. John Spence and wife of Massena, N.Y., are visiting Mr. Spence’s mother. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Horne and family of Perth are visiting Mr. and Mrs. William Horne. Dr. Walsh, Perth, is visiting at the home of Mrs. John Kingsley, Sr. Todd Spence, Niagara Falls, is here visiting his mother. Miss Mary Deming, Hartford, Conn., is visiting her mother at their summer home. Mrs. James Thrusull, New Brunswick, is here visiting Mr. and Mrs. Frank Thrusull. Mr. and Mrs. James Garrigan and family, Kingston, are spending the summer here. Miss Riat Greenwood has left for Rochester, N.Y. to visit Mr. and Mrs. Edward Buggie. Submitted by AM Benson Transcribed by Dean Snider Kingston Whig Standard Aug 28, 1936 page 5 HOWE ISLAND YOUNG PEOPLE HOLD PARTY Had Enjoyable Time—Lucky fisherman Catches 3 Large Pike Howe Island – An enjoyable party was held last week at the home of Miss Anita Prior. A large number of the younger folks gathered at Miss Prior’s home and the evening was spent in games and dancing, after which an abundant lunch was served by Mrs. Prior, mother of the young hostess. An interesting feature was a square dance called by Mrs. Pat Quinn. Lucky fisherman A local fisherman had a streak of good luck recently. Within the space of four days last week he caught three pike weighing seven, nine, and thirteen pounds. The lucky angler, John Driscoll, after weeks of poor fishing, had almost given up in disgust, but at the last moment luck came along and revived Mr. Driscoll’s interest in fishing. Unusual Occurrence An unusual occurrence took place last week at the home of Mrs. John Prior, Sr. Members of the Prior family, from widely separated places, were vacationing here and at one time three automobiles belonging to them, were seen at her home. There was one from Hammond, Indiana; one from Flint, Mich, and one from Akron, Ohio; which made an interesting picture of people coming “back home” for a few holidays. Personals Miss Mamie Goodfriend, Reg N., Toronto, is visiting relatives here. Mrs. C. Bisnett, Miss Marion Bisnett and Ray Hulbert of Watertown, N.Y., called on friends here. Mrs. Pat Quinn and daughter Mary are visiting friends in Watertown, N.Y. Miss Eileen Watson of Ottawa, has returned home after having spent several weeks visiting Miss Rita Pickett. Mr. and Mrs. Bessie Beaubien spent the past few days visiting Mr. and Mrs. John Donahue of Watertown, N.Y. Miss Hazel Pickett is visiting her aunt, Mrs. W. Murphy, in Toronto. Bill Taugher of Kingston, goalie of Cleveland Falcons, spent last week-end at the Taugher cottage here. Miss Theresa Campbell of Acton spent the past two weeks here with her aunt, Miss Anne Gibbons. Robert Prior and family have returned to their home in Hammond, Indiana, after a short vacation. Miss Kathleen Prior of Flint, Mich., has left for her home after a four months vacation. She was accompanied by her mother, Mrs. John Prior Sr., who is going to make here home in Flint for a while. Rev. Colin Pickett has left to visit friends and relatives in Flint, Mich. Born, to Mr. and Mrs. Ted Prior, a baby boy-Patrick Melville. Born, to Mr. and Mrs. William White, A baby boy. Submitted by AM Benson Transcribed by Dean Snider Kingston Whig Standard Sept 4, 1936 page 5 HOWE ISLAND Howe Island—With summer on the wane, the many tourists who have frequented the island during the past two months are gradually returning to their respective home in many widely separate parts of Canada and the United States. The exit of these summer visitors is a grim reminder of the coming fall and long winter ahead. The fishing luck of John Driscoll continues. On Tuesday last he landed two large pike and it has been learned that he is using a trolling spoon made by himself. It consists of an oddly shaped piece of copper with two ruby colored beads placed near one end has three hooks attached. It is slightly similar to the common red-eye wiggler but apparently brings better results. The several showers of rain recently have done a considerable amount of good. Schools Re-open Once more the school bells are pealing far and wide to call young folks to their studies. One little fellow, when asked what he thought about it all, replied: “Gee, it seems only a couple of weeks since school closed but I am glad to get back anyway”. Personals Mrs. F Miller and her son John Buffalo, N.Y. spent a few days recently visiting relatives on the island. Ann MacDonald has returned to Kingston after a two weeks vacation at her home here. After spending the past two weeks with relatives here, Jed McCarty of Akron, Ohio, has left for home accompanied by his wife and two daughters, Ann and Ellen. Barney Kane and Mildred Callahan spent last week-end visiting friends in and near Watertown, N.Y. Elvin Beaubien and family of Montreal, Que., spent last week-end visiting at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Beaubien. Gene McAllister of Harrowsmith was a recent visitor with relatives here. Herb Kane and family of Syracuse, N.Y., are visiting at his parents home here. While in Ontario he plans a short visit to Port Hope to renew acquaintances with an army-mate during the Great War. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Donoghue of Syracuse, N.Y., are visiting relatives here. Theresa Bolger of Gananoque was a recent visitor at the home of the Norris family. Miss Frances Hamilton of Elgin, has resumed her duties as teacher in No.1 school here. Mrs. John MacDonald has returned home after spending a few days visiting her sister, Mrs. William Koen, Leland. Miss Loretta Johnston, Buffalo, N.Y., spent a few days last week with her sister, Mrs. Art Pickett. Miss Mary Helen Lawless has returned to her home in Syracuse after visiting friends here. Mrs. Patrick Keyes of Kingston was a recent visitor with relatives here. Rev. Father Callahan spent a short time the early part of the week at the home of his parents in Read. Wes Maracle spent last week-end at his home in Deseronto. Flora McDonald of Wolfe Island has been a visitor at the home of her aunt, Mrs. Fred Walker, for several weeks. Mrs. Frank Quinn, of Brewers Mill’s was a week-end visitor at the home of her parents, Mrs. and Mrs. Israel Garrah. Submitted by AM Benson Transcribed by Dean Snider Kingston Whig Standard Aug 6, 1936 page 7 Howe Island Briefs Howe Island—Word was received with interest of the marriage in Akron, Ohio, of Len Prior, Detroit and Miss Frances Giblin, Carthage, N.Y. They were married in St. Paul’s Church on Saturday morning, after which the wedding breakfast was served at the home of the bride’s sister. Both the bride and groom are well known on the Island. Equally interesting was the announcement of the marriage in Hammond, Ind. of Vera Prior and Richard Nelson both of that city. The bride spent several summers on the island at the home of her grandmother, Mrs. John Prior. Mr. and Mrs. Tom Roach, Watertown, N.Y. spent the week-end with friends here. Mr. and Mrs. John Foley and family of Graystone, N.Y., were recent visitors at the home of Mrs. Robert Foley. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Seaton of Toronto spent last week on the Island. Rev. sisters Mary Zita and Mary Jane have returned to their missions in Apple Hill and Lancaster, respectively, after spending two weeks at the home of the latter’s mother, Mrs. Jane Prior. Mr. and Mrs. Willard Hegadorn of Utica, N.Y. spent the week-end on the Island at the latter’s home, after which they left on a motor trip to Toronto, Windsor and Detroit. Miss Vera Beseau of New York City is spending a few weeks here visiting her sisters, the Misses May and Ann Beseau. Philip Ryan has returned to his home on Wolfe Island, after spending some time with his aunt and uncle, Frances and Pat Leavis. Mr. and Mrs. John Donahue and family of Watertown, N.Y. have returned home after a two weeks vacation at the home of the Norris family. Miss May Beseau has returned home after spending a few days visiting Mrs. Joe Howes in Godfrey. “Bill” Prior spent a few days recently in Akron, Ohio. Congratulations are being extended to the pupils passing their lower school examinations. Miss Agnes Nolan, Watertown, N.Y. is visiting friends here. Submitted by AM Benson Transcribed by Dean Snider Kingston Whig Standard Aug 20, 1936 page 5 Dry Weather Hits Howe Island Hard Grain Crop Has Been Seriously Injured—Milk Production Suffered Howe Island—The continued dry weather has been responsible for much loss to local farmers. The grain crop was severely hindered in its growth and pastures have been turned into fields of dust and the milk production has suffered accordingly. One Islander expressed himself, when interviewed, in a very clear way: “The cows and cheese-buyers.” he said, “must surely be working together. We were all happy when the price of cheese rose, but in a short time the cows began loafing on the job. So how can we say there’s no depression?” Both local and tourist fishermen report that the fish are not biting very good lately. Personals Mrs. Michael Muchmore of Kingston is visiting Mrs. John MacDonald. Robert Prior, of the Hammond, Indiana, Board of Health, his wife and daughter, Bobby, have arrived for a two weeks vacation. Gertie Sangster has returned to Kingston after visiting the Misses Mae and Anne Beseau. Mrs. Gerald Crowe and her daughter, Mrs. Harrison Audet have returned to their homes in Burlington, VT. Stan Beseau of Lansdowne was a recent visitor on the Island. Mrs. John Prior, Jr. and son Billy of Kingston, are visiting at the home of Mrs. John Prior, Sr. Mr. and Mrs. Mat Kane and Raymond Garrah, all of Kingston, attended the funeral of the late Joseph Garrah. Anthony Garrah of Detroit, Mich. has returned to his home. Joseph Goodfriend, Sr. one of the Island’s oldest residents, has been seriously ill for the last few days. Miss Virginia Cadue was a recent visitor here. Mrs. David Abeles is on the sick list. Born to Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Walker, a boy. Miss Monica Simpson of Gananoque is spending a few days at her home here. Miss Mary Helen Lawless of Syracuse, N.Y. is visiting Miss Monica Simpson here. Submitted by AM Benson Transcribed by Dean Snider Kingston Whig Standard Jan 30, 1936 page 7 HOWE ISLAND HOWE ISLAND—The dance which was to have been held in No. 1 school last Friday evening was postponed for one week, due to the death of the King. The Island Schools were closed Tuesday out of respect for His Late Majesty, King George V. The heavy layer of snow prevented the ice from thickening very much during the recent zero weather. Fox hunting fever has gripped local sportsmen. Hunters can be seen nearly every day along the wooded sections of the Island. The 1935 financial statement of St. Philomena’s parish was announced Sunday, by rev. Father Callahan. The nomination, scheduled for Wednesday of last week was postponed due to impassable roads. Opening the roads proved to be a futile effort against the elements. continued snowfalls and high winds blocked them within three days after the shovellers had completed their work. The monthly meeting of the Catholic women’s League was held Sunday. Matthew Cox has recovered from his recent illness. Miss Pauline Kane of the Public Library staff, Kingston, spent the week-end at her home here. Ira Garrah has returned home after spending a few weeks with relatives in Brewers Mills. Nelson White is visiting at the home of John MacDonald. Bernard Murphy of Brewers Mills is visiting friends here. John Prior, Jr. of Kingston spent the week-end at his home here. Julius Lachance was confined to his home for the past few days with a severe cold. Joseph Garrah’s condition is slightly improved. Enjoyable card parties were held at the Beseau and MacDonald homes during the past week. Joe Macdonald spent the past few days visiting friends in Lansdowne and vicinity. Reeve Peter LaChance left on Tuesday to attend the session of the county council in Kingston. Submitted by AM Benson Transcribed by Dean Snider Kingston Whig Standard April 10, 1936 page 10 WOLFE ISLAND WOLFE ISLAND—About half the farmers have started the spring work. “This year promises to be prosperous as the price of calves and hogs has been very good and the demand for horses has been heavy. There has been a number shipped to the American side. The new wharf at the end of the highway leading to the U.S. side will be a great boon to the island. Capt Clarence Kenney has started sailing on the Great Lakes. Mr. and Mrs. Robertson and son of Madoc are visiting Mr. and Mrs. George Rattray. John Gray, the chief engineer of the Wolfe Islander, is rapidly improving in health, and is spending a few days with R. Miller. Clarence Woodman and family have moved from the village to the farm of John Niles. Eulalia Cummings has gone to Montreal to visit her sister, Mrs. Vincent Cox. Mrs. Ted Prior of Howe Island is visiting with Mrs. Samuel Taggart. Miss Carmel Cosgrove, Reg. N.,(Registered Nurse??) of Toronto, is home on a visit to her parents. Miss Elva Fawcett of Queen’s University is home with her parents. Mrs. Morton McDonnell has come home from the hospital much improved in health. Submitted by AM Benson Transcribed by Dean Snider Kingston Whig Standard March 18, 1936 page 5 FIRST ROBIN WAS SEEN AT HOWE ISLAND Welcome Sign of Spring-Tie Score in Hockey Game Howe Island- The first robin has been seen on the island and was a very welcome indication of the coming spring. Small Air-holes are appearing in many spots in the ice and strangers are warned to keep off the ice around Gillespie’s dock at the east end. HOCKEY GAME Last week Wolfe Island hockey team journeyed to Howe Island and took part in an interesting game which ended in a tie, 3-3. The teams Howe Island: Goal, MacDonald; defence, J. Norris and P. Norris; center,W. Kell; wings, P. Norris and J. Garrah; subs, Prior, McDonald, Niles, Walski. Wolfe Island: Goal, Dignem; defence, H. Halliday and J. Halliday; center, Pyke; wings Dignam and Woodman; subs, Heil, Keil and Woodman. CELLARS FLOODED Several cellars on the island felt the recent flood but no damage was reported. Personals Reeve Peter LaChance attended the March session of the county council in Kingston last week. James Cox has been spending some time visiting relatives in Lowville and Utica, N.Y. He reports finding much more snow in many sections of the state roads on which he motored, than this district has experienced. Nelson white left last week to visit his brother Thomas of Watertown, N.Y. Miss Frances Leavis is visiting friends in Gananoque. Mrs. Isreal Garragh has returned home after visiting her daughter, Mrs. Frank Quinn, of Brewers Mills. Mr. Bercie Beaubien has returned home after visiting relatives in Gananoque. Miss Martha Garrah spent a few days visiting relatives in Kingston early this week. Mrs. Pat Quinn is steadily improving after her recent serious illness. Mrs. Julius Lachance is on the sick list. David Abeles and Mrs. Abeles who was formerly Kathleen Cadue, have moved from Kingston to Brockville. 1937Submitted by Wilf GarrahTranscribed by Dean Snider Kingston Whig Standard? dated Wednesday May 26, 1937 First Howe Island Boy Ordained Priest.  Click on pic for clearer and larger version First Howe Island Boy Ordained Priest Celebrates Mass Howe Island—On Sunday morning, St. Philemona’s Church was the setting for a very impressive ceremony, when Rev. Father Picket, newly ordained priest, celebrated his first solemn high mass. Father Pickett is the first native son of St. Philomena’s parish to be ordained in the holy priesthood of the Roman Catholic Church since the introduction of religion on Howe Island. The large congregation in attendance had the privilege of assisting at Father Pickett’s first mass. Rev. Father Ryan acted as deacon and Rev. A. Flynn as sub-deacon. Rev. Dean Hanley of Brockville also attended the ceremony. The church was unable to seat everybody, many relatives and friends having come from widely separated points to be present at the first official act performed by the newly appointed priest. During the ritual Rev. Father Callahan delivered the address of welcome explaining the origin and history and power of the Catholic priesthood. At the end of mass a delegation of parishioners approached Father Pickett and an address of congratulation and good wishes was read by the Island’s eldest resident, Adolphus LaChance. After the reading, presentation of a generous purse was made by Patrick Leavis on behalf of the members of the parish. In a very capable manner, Father Pickett emotionally moved in appreciation of the sincerity of the good wishes received, answered the address. Immediately after the ceremonies were completed, dinner was served at Father Pickett’s home to the attending priests and immediate members of the family. During the afternoon a public reception was held, at which large numbers of people called to extend their best wishes to him and present him with many valuable and useful gifts. The official inauguration was terminated with Father Pickett conducting services in the evening – Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament. Among those present from out-of –town were: Very Rev. Dean Hanley, Brockville; Rev. Father Ryan, Camden East; Sister Mary Fidelma, Edmonton, Alta.; Mother St. Helen, Ottawa; Rev. Adrian Flynn, Peterborough diocese; Mr. and Mrs. E. Schneberger, Thomas Schneberger, Mrs. Wm. Kelly and Osmund, and Miss Kathleen Prior, all of Flint, Mich.; Mrs. J. Tomlinson, Miss E. Fitzgerald, and Miss R. Driscoll of Toronto; Mrs. F. Miller, Miss L. Johnson and Miss J. Conlin of Buffalo, N.Y.; Mr. and Mrs. A.F. Helin and family; Mr. and Mrs. F. Nolan and family, Mr. and Mrs. J. Foley and family, Mrs. and Mrs R. Foley and family, and Mrs. Thos. Roche all of Watertown, N.Y.; Mr. and Mrs. B. Leeder and Geo Moyes of Brockville; Mr. and Mrs. William McDonald and family of Lansdowne. Many more were present from Kingston, Inverary, Brewers Mills and Gananoque. Father Pickett will spend the next few days on the Island before taking up residence at the Archbishop’s Palace in Kingston. Submitted by AM Benson Transcribed by Dean Snider Kingston Whig Standard April 3, 1937 page 9 CUT ICE PATH TO SAVE HORSES Team Breaks through Ice Near Howe Island Shore Howe Island – A serious accident was narrowly averted when W. O. Prior’s team broke through the ice. M r. Prior was returning home by an ice road on the river when his team broke through. Fortunately the water was only about six feet deep and the horses were able to keep their heads above water. Each time the horses tried to climb out the ice broke from under them, and finally the men had to break a path right to shore to allow the team and sunken sleigh to emerge. The ice at the east end is no longer safe to cross. When several islanders crossed on Wednesday last they experienced difficulties in picking paths through the holes. John Macdonald is confined to bed with an attack of intestinal flu. Misses Margaret McCarthy and Ann MacDonald, attending the Kingston Business College, spent the Easter holidays at their homes here. Miss Mae Beseau, teacher in S.S. No 3, is spending the holidays with friends in Kingston, while Misses Mildred Norris of No. 2 and Frances Hamilton of No. 1 are spending the holiday season in Brockville, and Elgin respectively. Miss Anita Prior is spending the Easter vacation at the home of Dr. and Mrs. Dan Kennedy in Hamilton. She is accompanied by her brother, T.J. Prior. Mr. and Mrs. Ray Mallon, Seeleys Bay, are visiting at the home of the latter’s parents here. Miss Mildred Callahan and Bernard Kane spent the holiday at the home of the former’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. W.J. Callahan of Read Mr. and Mrs. Elroy Garrah were recent visitors at the former’s home here. The weekly study club meeting was held this week at the home of Mrs. Art Pickett. A number of the young folks attended the “Midnite Frolic” at the Gananoque Canoe Club. Submitted by AM Benson Transcribed by Dean Snider Kingston Whig Standard Jan 16, 1937 page 5 WOLFE ISLAND WOLFE ISLAND---An enjoyable dance was held Thursday evening in the parish hall under the auspices of the Wolfe Island Athletic Club. A successful euchre was held Wednesday evening in the town hall under the auspices of the Woman’s Institute. The prizes were won by Mrs. James McCallister, John O’Brien, Mrs. Lewis LaRush, and Eugene Hogan. Mr. and Mrs. P. Doyle entertained at a delightful shower on Monday evening in honor of Mr. and Mrs. E.A. Laplante, who were recently married., Mr. James Russell and Miss Althea Russell have returned home after visiting Captain and Mrs. George Russell, Buffalo, N.Y. Miss Elaine McCallister, teacher at Tweed, spent the holidays with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. James McCallister. Miss Rita Payne is confined to the Hotel Dieu Hospital where she underwent a serious operation. Mrs. Thomas Moran and her daughter, Deline, of buffalo, N.Y., were attending the funeral of Mrs. Moran’s sister, the late Mrs. James. Mrs. Margaret Stewart, Marmora, has been engaged to teach in SS No. ?? Born to Mr. and Mrs. Harry Jermany, a son. Submitted by AM Benson Transcribed by Dean Snider Kingston Whig Standard Jan 20, 1937 page 11 Cheese Factory Makes Report HOWE ISLAND—A closing meeting for 1936 was held by the patrons of the Thousands Islands Cheese Factory. The business of the past year was discussed and the following report as prepared by the auditor was submitted to the meeting. Total amount of milk received, 784,178 lbs: total amount of cheese made, 72,658 lbs: total amount of butterfat, 274,482 lbs: average test, 3.5 per cent: average price per pound of cheese, 13 cents: average price per lb of butter fat, 30.5 c: average price per 100 lbs of milk, $106: average number lbs milk per lb cheese, 10.7: total receipts from cheese $9,486.36: total cost of manufacturing $1,216.97: total amount paid patrons $8,330.40. An epidemic of grippe has caused much illness on the Island during the last few weeks. The majority of cases have been children. Word was received by relatives here that Len Prior, of the Detroit Tigers has been confined to Hurley Hospital, Flint, Mich., with a severe case of the lobar pneumonia. Mrs. Jane Prior is recovering from a severe case of the flu. Sister Mary Zita of Apple Hill, Ont., and Sister Mary Jane of Lancaster, Ont., have returned to their stations after spending a few days with the latter’s mother, Mrs. Jane Prior. Wes Maracle has returned after a few weeks visit at his home in Deseronto. Joe Welsh and Fabe Garrah left Friday for a visit with the former's brother, Robt. Welsh, Windsor. Miss Laura Marshall will spend a few months with Mrs. Margaret Mathan, Brockville. Stan Beseau, Kingston, is visiting relatives here. Mr. and Mrs. P.J. Keyes spent a short time recently at the home of the latter’s sister, Mrs. W.O. Prior. Miss Rita Pickett, spent last week the guest of Miss Lora Prior and Mrs. Pat Quinn. Miss Monica Garrah has been visiting friends in Gananoque for the past few weeks. Submitted by AM Benson Kingston Whig Standard Paper dated Jan 4, 1937 page 3 Baby Boy Born on Wolfe Islander During Crossing - Stork Beat Ferry Boat by Ten Minutes During Special Crossing on Sunday Morning - Heavy Seas. A baby boy was born to Mr and Mrs Henry James Jermany, of Wolfe Island, as the Steamer Wolfe Islander was battling her way into Kingston harbour at 8:10 o'clock Sunday morning, the Islander making the special trip to convey Mrs Jermany to the Hotel Dieu Hospital. The stork however won out in the race by about ten minutes. Mrs Jermany was attended by Mrs George Henderson of the Wolfe Islander staff, who is today being commended by her acquaintances for her presence of mind and the efficient manner in which she handled the emergency under very trying conditions, as the boat was continually tossed by heavy seas. Local opinion is that this is the first birth that has occurred on the Wolfe Islander. Mrs Jermany and baby were moved to the hospital in an ambulance. Latest reports are that mother and baby are doing nicely. Capt. Bates and crew of the Wolfe Islander made a rapid and safe landing in spite of a heavy sea. 1938Submitted by AM BensonTranscribed by Dean Snider Kingston Whig Standard Dec 22, 1938 page 3 Islanders to Have Daily Mail Service An Announcement of considerable importance to residents between the village and the foot of Wolfe Island was made today by Angus McCallum, M.P. that from January `1 on there will be a daily mail service, instead of a tri-weekly service as heretofore. It will be the first time for a daily mail services on that route. Other routes on the Island have been on daily service. Mr. McCallum has had this matter of a daily service of mail for the foot of the Island in mind for a long time, his efforts have been rewarded. The late Ace Hough, who died a short time ago, carried the mail on this route for years. Submitted by AM Benson Transcribed by Dean Snider Kingston Whig Standard Dec 7, 1938 page 5 Amherst Island Ferry Hits Into rough Weather AMHERST ISLAND—Due to the high winds of the past few days, the Amherst Islander has had some rough crossing to the Mainland. On Saturday evening last Capt. Fleming made a crossing but was unable to land at the Millhaven wharf due to the heavy south wind and the high sea running. Since the opening of navigation, to date, there has been only one day that the ferry has not been able to contact the mainland. This was during the severe storm in September. Personals Reeve Fred B. Neilson has returned after attending the November sessions of county council. Ernest Fleming of the third concession has installed a new electric grinder. Norman Wemp, Arthur Wemp, Stuart Brown, and Arthur White have returned from Deseronto where they spent the past month fishing for Herring. Elburn Wellbanks and family of Long Point have moved to their home in Stella where they will spend the winter months. Mr. Wellbanks and his son have completed a very successful fishing season. Raymond Glenn of Swift Current, Sask, is spending some time with relatives on the island. This is Mr. Glenn’s first trip to the island. His father, Frank Glenn, a former islander, left here twenty years ago to make his home in Saskatchewan. Harold Sharpe of Bath spent a few days on the island last week. Miss Isabell Hogeboom has gone to Kingston where she has secured a position. Mrs. Margaret Adams of Montreal has arrived to spend some time with her mother and the Misses Moutray, Stell (Stella). Mrs. Harold Sharpe and her mother Mrs. Reginald Instant, are spending a few days in Toronto with relatives and friends. Submitted by AM Benson Transcribed by Dean Snider Kingston Whig Standard Dec 21, 1938 page 21 Hydro to Light Homes on Howe Island Shortly Many residents on Howe Island hope to have their homes illuminated by electricity by Christmas. At least this is the ambition of the local rural hydro office in charge of C.S. Montgomery, superintendent. The cable which will carry the current on Howe Island was strung across last Friday and gangs of workmen are busy now installing transformers and other last-minute equipment. About 14 homes will be wired for the hydro service. Within the last few weeks about 13 miles of poles have been erected in the district. Wire will be strung after Christmas. The work of erecting poles will likely soon cease unless there is an open winter. Submitted by AM Benson Kingston Whig Standard Oct 21, 1938 page 5. WOLFE ISLAND Wolfe Island—Mr. and Mrs. Charles Wall and children, Barbara and Buddy, spent the week-end with Mrs. Wall’s father, Captain James Kenney. Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Horne, Avon, N.Y., are guest of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Allum. Mr. and Mrs. George Higgins, Toronto, are spending a few days with the former’s sister, Mrs. Archibald MacDonald. Mrs. John Robertson and children have returned to their home in Madoc after visiting the former’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Rattray. Misses Bertha and Ena Payne, Watertown, N.Y. spent the week-end with their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Payne. Miss Margaret Steward was a recent visitor at the home of her parents in Madoc. Charles Docteur and his son, Leon, Rochester, N.Y. spend the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. David Mahoney. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Dowdell spend a few days at the latter’s home in the village before leaving for Los Angeles, California, where they will spend some time. A pretty wedding took place in Sacred Heart Church, Tuesday morning, October 18, when the pastor, Rev. Father Feeney, united in marriage two of the Islands popular young people, Miss Flora MacDonald, daughter of Catherine Driscoll MacDonald and the late John MacDonald to Mr. John Devlin. Mr. and Mrs. Devlin will reside on the Island. Mr. and Mrs. Norman Hulton and family have moved to the Dee farm on the Front Road. The condition of John McGlynn, who recently underwent a serious operation in the Hotel Dieu Hospital, Kingston, is greatly improved. Henry and Leonard McGlynn and their sister, Mrs. Edward Buggy, who were called her due to the serious illness of their father, John McGlynn, have returned to Rochester, N.Y. From George Halladay The Kingston Whig – Standard Wednesday, September 7, 1938 SOCIAL COLUMN Miss. Elizabeth Sutherland, Bagot Street, left today to spend a week with her sister-in-law Mrs. S. G. Sutherland, at her summer home at Stella Point, Amherst Island. From George Halladay The Kingston Whig – Standard Saturday, September 3, 1938 SOCIAL COLUMN Mrs. E. C. Sherry and her two sons, Earl Jr. and John of St. Louis, MO., returned home on Friday after spending the summer with Mrs. Sherry's mother, Mrs. G. S. Sutherland at Stella Point. From George Halladay The Kingston Whig – Standard Thursday, September 1, 1938 SOCIAL COLUMN Mrs. Margaret Pelow, Clergy Street West, was hostess at a tea and shower on Sunday afternoon in honor of Miss Frances Conley, a Sept. bride – elect. Quantities of lovely early autumn blooms were used for decoration in the drawing room and on the tea table and little Miss Mary Martin, niece of the host, daintily frocked in white, presented the guest of honor with a beautiful set of crystal. 1939Submitted by AM BensonTranscribed by Dean Snider Kingston Whig Standard Dec 20, 1939 page 2 History made at Nomination Meeting Monday—Eighteen are Named for four Seats on Council ANHERST ISLAND, Dec 20—Special: For the first time in the history of Amherst Island, two women have been nominated for municipal Office. Mrs. Clarence Hogeboon and Mrs. Percy Howard. The nominations were held at Amherst Island on Monday in the village Hall, Presided over by Allan Hitchins. Reeve Fred S. Neilson was re-elected reeve of the Township of Amherst Island by acclamation and eighteen were nominated for the four seats on the council. The present councilors, Frank Wellbank, Morrison Scott?, T.E. Cochrane and Herbert Beaubien were nominated and in addition to these were the following: Hugh Drumgooje, William Morrow, John Smith, Norman Wemp, Charles Howard, Bert Hitchins, Douglas Miller, Wilfred Miller, A. Richards, David Kearney, Robert Tugell, and Claud Willard, Mrs. Clarence Hogeboon and Mrs. Perry Howard. These were four nominated for three places on the school board: Ross Filson present member, and R.E. McMaster, George Cork and James Strange. The candidates nominated have until nine o’clock tonight to qualify. Toronto Star Tuesday, June 27, 1939 Trapped I Auto On River Bottom Man Saves Self Shoots 16 Feet To Surface After Plunge Over Ferry Dock Down Five Minutes Broke Window Glass, Belief, as Hands Cut – Nearly Unconscious Wolfe Island Ont., - June 27 – Albert DOCTEUR, 57-year-old farmer, was safe at home with his wife and 11 children last night. But for five minutes he had been trapped in 15 feet of water in an old-fashioned automobile. How he finally broke out of his underwater trap and broke to the surface, Docteur does not know. Nearly unconscious, with his hands bleeding profusely, he shot to the surface of the St. Lawrence rive near the Wolfe Island ferry dock while a crowd of horrified spectators excitedly made plans to dive in after the “victim.” Harold LaRUSH, who saw Docteur’s car plunge over the dock into the deep water said it all happened so quickly that several others on the dock did not know a car had gone overboard. “Docteur’s car came onto the dock and I guess he attempted to brake it but stepped on the accelerator instead. It is an old-fashioned car and the front wheels swung over the edge of the dock. Before anyone realized what was happening, the car disappeared,” La Rush said. Everyone Stunned People on the dock rushed to that side and saw a few bubbles rising. Someone called, “There’s a man in that car.” Everyone seemed stunned just for the moment. A man ran for a life preserver and when he came back two or three men started taking off their coats and shoes to jump in. The life-saver was thrown in the water and in a minute or so Docteur shot to the surface. He was in very bad condition and had to be lifted out of the water. He could not swim. His hands were bleeding, and he was taken to a doctor for treatment.” Docteur was unable to tell questioners how he had escaped from the car, but it is believed he smashed the window with his hands. The car had not been recovered and dock crews were working on it today with heavy-duty grappling irons and a derrick attached to the dock. Docteur has farmed a few miles from this village for many years. Docteur looked gratefully at Elwood PAYNE, who threw him a lifebelt and rope. “It was the greatest relief I ever experienced when I got my hands on that lifebelt you threw me,” he said. “I thought I was all ended and now it feels living all over again.” Although unable to swim, Docteur paddled and kept afloat until aid came. “I was turning on the dock and the steering gear locked,” Docteur told the Star. “The boys told me yesterday it was out of order, but I forgot all about it when I started out from the village. “When I found it lockedI tried to put my foot on the brake but something happened.” “What was your first thought when you struck the water?” “My first thought was that the two front window were open and I would do my best to find away out. I got through somehow. I floated around in the back of the car where the windows were closed at first and then I smashed them. Somehow I got out without swallowing too much water. I’m not sure how I cut my hand but I guess it was when I smashed the window.” Docteur’s eyes were red-rimmed and his hands were bandaged. He was up and around this morning, however. “I was standing on the boat when the car came on the dock and it seemed to be making a left turn,” Payne related. “Docteur was turning when his forward wheels locked and the car continued over a slight curve into deep water. It seemed to me he was down about four or five minutes and the crowd swarmed to the rail of the ferry to watch for his reappearance. We had about given up hope when he came up and I threw him a life preserver and rope. He couldn’t swim a stroke.” Toronto Star Friday, June 30, 1939 New Use For Jail Without Prisoners Only One Person Locked Up Since 1859 Wolfe Island, June 30 – There has been only one person jailed in the municipal building here since it was built in 1859, according to J.E. COSGROVE, township clerk and treasurer. “That happened 40 years ago,” Mr. Cosgrove told the Star, “when they arrested a drunk for being disorderly and fighting. He was locked up by the village constable but his pals came in and released him.” And now a new use has been found for the old village jail. A strong lock is across the steel door so that only those with authority may enter. Within are kept no priceless archives of the community’s early history; there are no bags of gold collected from the taxpayers; not anything like that. The hall is used as a coal and wood bin for the municipal building. Submitted by Wilf Garrah --Frontenac County Council Concludes Session-1939-includes photo of members |
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