BIRTHS, MARRIAGES, AND DEATHS.
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Deaths
BOYD -- May 30, 1917, at his residence, 5 Church Street East, SAMUEL BOYD.His remains will be removed, for interment in Dundonald Cemetery on to-morrow (Saturday) at 2.30 p.m.
For ever with the Lord.
Oh ! grave, where is thy victory;
Oh ! death, where is thy sting.
Ever remembered by his Father, Mother, and Sisters, WILLIAM AND JANE BOYD.
BRENNAN -- May 30, 1917, at Purdysburn Fever Hospital, VICTOR ALEXANDER (Wee Victor), sixth and dearly-beloved son of James and Rebecca Brennan, 254 Donegall Road.Interred on 31st May in City Cemetery.
Jesus loves me, He will stay
Close beside me all the way;
Then His little child will take
Up to Heaven for His dear sake.
Deeply regretted by his sorrowing and heartbroken Friend, MAUD.
CHRISTIE -- May 31, 1917, at his residence, 13 Boundary Street JOHN CHRISTIE (late of Mann Summers), the dearly-beloved husband of Elizabeth Christie. -- R.I.P.His remains will be removed from the above address on Sunday, at 2 p.m., for interment in Milltown Cemetery.
On his soul, sweet Jesus, have mercy.
DARRAGH -- May 31, 1917, at her mother's residence, 22 Grosvenor Place, MARY ELLEN, dearly-beloved daughter of Mary and the late John Darragh. -- R.I.P.Her remains will be removed, for interment in Milltown Cemetery, on to-morrow (Saturday), at 2 p.m.Friends will please accept this intimation.
FELIX, JOHN, AND MAGGIE A. DARRAGH.
GARDNER -- June 1, 1917, at her father's residence, 74 Stanhope Street, ELIZABETH MARY, the dearly-beloved wife of Henry Gardner.Her remains will be removed from above address on Sunday, at 2 p.m., for interment in Milltown Cemetery.Friends will please accept this (the only) intimation.
Not gone from memory nor from love,
But to her Father's home above.
Inserted by her loving Husband, HENRY GARDNER.
GORDON -- June 1, 1917,at his parent's residence, 23 Ardmoulin Avenue, JOHN, beloved son of William E. and Ellen Gordon.Interment from above address on Sunday, at 2.30 p.m., to City Cemetery.
WILLIAM E. GORDON.
HOBBS -- May 31, 1917, at his residence, 21 Ainsworth Avenue, THOMAS, beloved husband of Annie Hobbs.His remains will be removed from above address, at 3 p.m., on to-morrow (Saturday), for interment in City Cemetery.Friends will please accept this intimation.
ANNIE HOBBS.
WOODVALE TOTAL ABSTINENCE L.O.L. 562.
HOBBS -- The members of above Lodge are requested to attend the funeral of our late Brother, THOMAS HOBBS.
S. M'BRIDE, W.M. H. DOWDS, Secretary.
FORTH RIVER FOOTBALL CLUB.
HOBBS -- The Members of above Club are requested to attend the funeral of our late respected Member, THOMAS HOBBS.
G. W. SMITH, Chairman.R. M. M'MILLEN, Hon. Secretary.
HYSLOP -- May 31, 1917, at her father's residence, Camphill, Ballee, Ballymena, LIZZIE, beloved wife of Private William Hyslop, R.I.R. (on active service), and eldest daughter of Hugh Morrow.
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IRVINE -- May 31, 1917, at her residence, 199 Donegall Road, Belfast, GRACE, widow of the late James Irvine (formerly of Newtownards).Her remains will be removed from the above address on to-morrow (Saturday), at 2.30 p.m., for interment in Movilla.Friends will please accept this (the only) intimation.
Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Daughters and Grandchildren.Also her Son and Daughter-in-law (the former on active service).
LOWRY -- May 31, 1917, at her residence, 244 Beersbridge Road, AGNES LOWRY, widow of the late Thomas Lowry, of Ballymena.The remains of our dearly-beloved mother will be removed from above address, for interment in Dundonald Cemetery, on to-morrow (Saturday), at 3 p.m.
Blessed are the dead that die in the Lord
Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Family.
MAGOWAN -- May 31, 1917, at his residence, 26 Bedeque Street, JOHN, the beloved husband of Martha Magowan.Funeral from above address on to-morrow (Saturday), at 2.30 p.m., for interment in the City Cemetery.Friends will please accept this intimation.
Deeply regretted by his loving Wife and Family.M. MAGOWAN.
FLAX OVERLOOKERS' SOCIETY.
MAGOWAN -- Members of above society are requested to attend the funeral of our late Member, JOHN MAGOWAN.
SAMUEL HOOD, President.ROBERT STUART, Secretary.
M'CARROLL -- May 30, 1917, at his mother's residence, 51 Cambrai Street, JAMES, the eldest son of Elizabeth Huddleson and the late George M'Carroll (late of Lisburn).His remains will be removed from above address, for interment in Lisburn Cemetery, on Saturday, at 1.30 p.m.Friends will please accept this intimation.ELIZABETH AND SAMUEL HUDDLESON.
INDEPENDENT ORDER OF RECHABITES, DISTRICT 17. -- ROCK OF HORED (?) TENT No. 2293.
M'CARROLL -- Officers and Members of the above District and Tent are requested to attend the funeral of our late Brother, JAMES M'CARROLL.
JOSEPH MILLAR, District Chief Ruler. D. KIRKWOOD, District Secretary.
M'CULLOUGH -- June 1, 1917, at the Fire Station, Albertbridge Road, WILLIAM HENRY CARSE, eldest and dearly-beloved son of William and Maggie M'Cullough.Interment notice later.
STRONGE -- June 1, 1917, at his residence, Mayfield, Ballygomartin Road (late of Ballyjamesduff, Co. Cavan).His remains will be removed from above address, for interment in Dundonald Cemetery, on Sunday, at 3 p.m.
WATTERSON -- May 30, 1917, at 82 Coolbeg Street, HERBERT WATTERSON, the dearly-beloved son of Robert and Susan Watterson.His remains will be removed from above address on to-morrow, at 3 p.m., for interment in Ballylesson family burying-ground.Friends will please accept this (the only) intimation.
Deeply regretted by his Father, Mother, and Brother (the Father on active service).
WRIGHT -- May 31, 1917, at Purdysburn (after a brief illness), late of 14 Somerset Avenue, Bangor, MARGARET, beloved wife of Robert Wright (now on active service), third daughter of Mrs. and the late Bernard M'Cabe (Painter), Belfast.Funeral from Purdysburn on to-morrow (Saturday), at 1 p.m., for Milltown Cemetery.
Thanks
Mr. and Mrs. Bernard MONAGHAN and Family desire to return thanks to the many kind friends who sympathised with them in their recent sad bereavement; also those who sent wreaths and floral tributes.Trusting this announcement will be accepted by all.88 Great George's Street.
Mr. and Mrs. M'NERLIN and Family desire to return their sincere thanks to the many kind friends who sympathised with them in their recent sad bereavement; also those who sent floral tributes.Hoping this will be accepted by all. -- 4 Keadyville Avenue.
Mr. WEIR and Family desire to return their sincere thanks to the many kind friends who sympathised with them in their sad bereavement; also those who sent letters of condolence, and also to the members of the Royal Irish Constabulary.Trusting this will be accepted by all. -- 24 Baden Powell Street.
In Memoriam
BAXTER -- In loving memory of our dear mother, MARGARET BAXTER, who departed this life on 1st June, 1915, and was interred in Comber Churchyard.
At the river's crystal brink
Christ shall join each broken link.
Ever remembered by her loving Family, Castle Street, Comber.
FRAME -- In ever-loving memory of our dear daughter, SARAH JANE (SADIE), who departed this life on June 1, 1916, and was interred in Larne New Cemetery.
Her little feet are wandering now
On streets of shining gold;
A golden crown on her fair young brow,
A lamb in the Shepherd's fold.
Ever remembered by her loving Father and Mother,
JOHN AND JOYCE FRAME, 63 Mountcollyer Avenue.
HEWITSON -- GEORGE BAILEY HEWITSON, who departed this life on the 1st June, 1914. Until the day break.
Ever remembered by his loving Wife and Children.
LIZZIE HEWITSON, Coates' Buildings.
MURRAY -- In loving remembrance of my dear father, JAMES MURRAY, who departed this life on the 1st day of June, 1914, and was interred in Carnmoney Burying-ground.
Judge not the Lord by feeble sense,
But trust Him for His grace;
Behind a frowning providence
He hides a smiling face.
SARAH MURRAY.
The edition of the paper available in the Library was badly damaged at this point (as are many from this period) so some notices were missing and others were only partly there- The microfilm copy should have all the text.
For King and Country
GARSTON -- Killed in action on the 5th... Coy. Sergt. Major James Garston... Infantry, the dearly-beloved son of... Jane and the late Thomas Garston... Deeply regretted by his Mother. Also... Lizzie and Brothers Moore and W... latter on active service). 52 Dover Street.
MEANEY -- Missing since July 1, 1916... reported killed on that date, Lance... Thomas Meany, Royal Irish Rifles, the... beloved husband of Mary Meany, 4... Street, Belfast.
On whose soul, sweet Jesus, have mercy
Oh ! Immaculate Heart of Mary, have mercy on his soul.
Fondly remembered by his sorrowing Wife... five children. MARY MEANEY.
M'GILDOWNY -- May 27, 1917, in France... wounds received in action while command... Howitzer Battery, Major William M'Gildowny... Royal Artillery, youngest son of the late... M'Gildowny, Esq., J.P., D.L., of Clare... Ballycastle, Co. Antrim, aged 46.
PATTON -- Missing since 2nd July, 1916, ...cially reported killed on that date or... 1190, Rifleman Joseph Patton (Joe),... (Lewis Gun Section), fifth and dearly-be... son of Mrs. and the late Samuel Patton...
He fell where the battle was thickest,
Yet they tell us we must not weep;
For the voice of the bugle has sounded
And hushed our poor darling to sleep.
We never shall forget the day
Our dear brother went away;
Sadly missed by his sorrowing Mother, ELIZABETH ANN PATTON, ... SARAH AND BELLA, and Bro... JAMES T. AND SCOTT PATTON, No 5 Front Row, Whitewell.
Also hi loving Brother JOHN PATTON, Ballyh...
PATTON -- Missing since 2nd July, 1916PATTON -- Missing since 2nd July, 1916, ...cially reported killed on that date or... 1190, Rifleman Joseph Patton (Joe),... (Lewis Gun Section).
He died at his post like a soldier
He answered his captain's call;
My brother Joe lies here in France
For his country's cause he did fall.
Sadly missed by his loving Brother, Corporal ROBERT PATTON (Somewhere in France).
PATTON -- Missing since 2nd July, 1916, ...cially reported killed on that date or... 1190, Rifleman Joseph Patton (Joe),... (Lewis Gun Section).
We know he died a hero's death
Unknown to coward's fears;
His safety was our constant plea,
Yet all our prayers were vain.
Sadly missed by his loving Sister and Brother-in-law, LISZZIE AND JOHN RAPH... Browndod, Doagh.
PATTON -- Missing since 2nd July, 1916, ...cially reported killed on that date or... 1190, Rifleman Joseph Patton (Joe),... (Lewis Gun Section).
He will answer no more the roll...
Nor rush at the bugle sound;
But, Lord, when the roll is called...
May his name in Thy book be....
Sadly missed by his loving Brother... SAMUEL AND LIZZIE... No 2 Erskine's Terrace, Whitehouse...
Our Heroes -- In Memoriam
RODGERS -- In loving memory of J.... Rodgers, First-class Stoker, who was... H.M.S. Queen Mary at the Battle... on 31st May, 1916.
We little thought when he left home
That he would ne'er return;
That he so soon in death would...
And leave us here to mourn.
Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Father, Mother, Sister-in-law, and Brother.
JAMES AND JANE RODGERS, 220 Donegall Avenue, Belfast.
SMITH -- In loving memory of my dear... Rifleman John Smith (13614), Royal Irish... killed in action on June 1, 1916, the... of the late ex-Private John Smith,... Rifles, who departed this life on the... of May, 1912.
For King and country they did their...
May God give them eternal rest.
Ever will be remembered by his... Mother, SARAH... 122 Blythe Street, Belfast.
SMITH -- In loving memory of Rifleman... Smith (13614), Royal Irish Rifles, killed in action on June 1, 1916.
It's sweet to know we'll meet again,
Where parting is no more...
And that the one we love...
Has only gone before.
Ever remembered by his loving... JOSEPH... JENNIE, 63 Blythe Street.
SMITH -- In memory of my... John Smith, 10th Batt., R... on the 1st June, 1916.
Not gone from memory...
But to his Father's home...
Ever remembered by his Sis... in-law, JAMES AND... 210 Blyth Street.
SMITH -- In memory of our... John Smith, 10th Batt., R.I.R... on the 1st June, 1916.
He sleeps beneath a foreign...
A soldier brave was he;
His noble life he freely ga...
To keep his country free.
Ever remembered by his... Cousins. W.J. AND AM... 45 Egmont Street.
TREGENNA -- In loving memory... brother, Chas. Hamley Tregenna... with H.M.S. Queen Mary in the... on 31st May, 1916.
In the midst of life we are...
Ever remembered by his sorrowing... Brothers-in-law, ETHEL AND Driver JAS. OG... (the latter on active service... water Street, also AMY AND Corpl. T. CREL... Eno Cottage, Falls Road.
In proud an loving memory of... for God, their King and country,... us safe, made the great sacrifice... Defence, at Jutland, May 31, 1916.