Births
ALEXANDER -- September 24, 1919, at "Suffolk House," Mountfield Road, Finchley, London, to Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Alexander (nee Purchase) late Belfast -- a son.
CAMPBELL -- At 23 Courtney Terrace, Lisburn Road, Belfast, to Mr. and Mrs. L. M. Campbell -- a son.
MACHEN -- October 3, 1919, at "Knock-Croom," 284 Ravenhill Road, Belfast, to Mr. and Mrs. Athol Machen -- a daughter.
MEGAW -- September 30, 1919, at Willowbank Terrace, Belfast, to George Leech Megaw, Toronto, Canada, and Mrs. Megaw -- a son.
Marriages
FINLAY--GIBSON -- October 1, 1919, at St. James's Church, Belfast, by the Rev. T. G. G. Collins, B.D., and Rev. W. Armstrong Jones, M.A., John Martin Finlay, son of Mr. and Mrs. John M. Finlay, The Mount, Belfast, to Muriel Constance, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Gibson, Liburnia, Brookvale Drive, Belfast.
PHILLIPS--SNODDY -- September 30, 1919, at Townsend Street Presbyterian Church, by the Rev. Dr. Wilson, John Phillips, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. John Phillips, "Aberlour," Ballymurphy, to Victoria Snoddy, fourth daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Francis James Snoddy, 573 Donegall Road, Belfast.
Deaths
BARCLAY -- October 5, 1919, William Barclay (late of Stewartson and Belfast), in his 87th year. Interment in the family burying ground, Legacurry, on to-morrow (Tuesday), at 1.30 p.m. Funeral private.
BAXTER -- October 5, 1919, at her residence, 29 Ninth Street, Diana, widow of the late George Baxter. Interment notice later.
BEST -- October 5, 1919, at her residence, Broughmore, Maze, Sidney, dearly-beloved wife of John Best. Funeral to family burying-ground, Soldierstown Churchyard, on to-morrow (Tuesday), at 2 p.m. Friends will please accept this intimation.
Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Husband and Family.
BOYD -- October 6, 1919, at his nephew's residence, Hurtletoot, Thomas Boyd. The remains of our dear uncle will be removed, for interment in the family burying-ground, Muckamore, on to-morrow (Tuesday), at 1 p.m. Friends will please accept this intimation.
CAMPBELL -- October 5, 1919, at her daughter's residence, 9 Antrim Street, Sarah Campbell -- R.I.P. The remains of my dearly-beloved mother will be removed on to-morrow (Tuesday), at 1.30 p.m., for interment in Milltown Cemetery.
Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Daughter and Son-in-law, JAMES and AGNES GIBBONS.
CAMPBELL -- October 4, 1919, at his residence, 162 Ross Street, Thomas, the dearly-loved husband of Mary A. Campbell (formerly of Ballymena). -- R.I.P. The remains of our beloved father will be removed, for interment in Milltown Cemetery, on to-morrow (Tuesday), at 2 p.m.
Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Wife and Family.
AMALGAMATED SOCIETY OF ENGINEERS, BELFAST 7th BRANCH.
CAMPBELL -- Members of the above Branch are requested to attend the funeral of their late respected Brother, Thomas Campbell.
DAVID FRYER, President. WILLIAM BRADY, Secretary.
FERGUSON -- October 5, 1919, at her residence, 108 Island Street, Sarah, relict of the late James Ferguson. Funeral on to-morrow (Tuesday), at 2.30 p.m.
Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Sons and Daughters.
FINLAY -- October 4, 1919, at his residence, 256 Castlereagh Road, James, the beloved husband of M. J. Finlay. His remains will be removed from the above address on to-morrow (Tuesday), at 12 o'clock noon, to Magherahamlet Church, Ballynahinch. M. J. FINLAY.
FLEMING -- October 5, 1919, at his residence, Massereene, Antrim, John Fleming. The remains of my dearly-beloved father will be removed from above address, for interment in Antrim Churchyard, at 3 p.m. on to-morrow (Tuesday). Friends will please accept this intimation. -- Deeply regretted. HENRY FLEMING.
MATEER -- October 5, 1919, at his late residence, 1 Kimberley Gardens, Dr. C. A. Mateer, dearly-beloved husband of Olive Mateer, and fifth son of the late Rev. Samuel Mateer, Kilkeel. Funeral to Dundonald Cemetery on to-morrow Tuesday, at 11 a.m.
M'BURNEY -- September 30, 1919, at his parents residence, Carrigdhoun, Marydale, Cork, our darling child Clarence, aged 4 years, youngest son of Norman M'Burney (late of Donaghadee). Interred in Douglas Cemetery, Cork.
M'CONNELL -- October 5, 1919, at her residence, 138 Manor Street, Jane, dearly-beloved wife of Alexander M'Connell. Interment notice later.
M'NAMARA -- October 4, 1919, at his daughter's residence, 35 Napier Street, John M'Namara (late Old Belfast Street Tramway Co.). Funeral from above address, for interment in the City Cemetery, on to-morrow (Tuesday), at 2 p.m.
Inserted by his loving Son and Daughter-in-law, HUGH and LIZZIE M'NAMARA, 14 Moore's Place.
M'NAMARA -- October 4, 1919, at his daughter's residence, 35 Napier Street, John M'Namara (late Old Belfast Street Tramway Co.). Funeral from above address, for interment in the City Cemetery, on to-morrow (Tuesday), at 2 p.m.
Inserted by his loving Son and Daughter-in-law, WALTER and MINA M'NAMARA, 9 Temple Street.
M'NAMARA -- October 4, 1919, at his daughter's residence, 35 Napier Street, John, the beloved father of Agnes Moorhouse (late Old Belfast Street Tramway Co.). Funeral from above address, for interment in the City Cemetery, on to-morrow (Tuesday), at 2 p.m. Friends will please accept this intimation.
Inserted by his loving Daughter, AGNES MOORHOUSE.
M'NAMARA -- October 4, 1919, at his daughter's residence, 35 Napier Street, John, the beloved father of Richard J. M'Namara (late Old Belfast Street Tramway Co.). Funeral from above address, for interment in the City Cemetery, on to-morrow (Tuesday), at 2 p.m. Friends will please accept this intimation.
RICHARD J. M'NAMARA, Tramway Depot, Sandy Row.
Canadian papers please copy.
M'VICKER -- October 5, 1919, at her residence, 5 Warren Terrace, Oldpark Road, Hessie, relict of the late Nield M'Vicker. Her remains will be removed from her late residence, for interment in Carnmoney Burying-ground, on to-morrow (Tuesday), at 2 p.m.
Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Sons.
TOWE -- October 5, 1919, at her mother's residence, 224 Blythe Street, Mary Ann, relict of the late David Towe. Her remains will be removed from above address, for interment in Magheragall Churchyard, on to-morrow (Tuesday), at 12 o'clock noon. Friends will please accept this intimation.
Inserted by her loving Mother, Brothers, and Sister.
Continued on page 7.
BOYD -- October 5, 1919, at his residence, Ancroft, Clara Park, Knock, John Boyd (late of Newtownards). -- R.I.P. Funeral private.
CAMPBELL -- October 5, 1919, ather residence, 7 Milewater Street, Margaret, relict of the late James Campbell. The remains of my dear grandmother will be removed from above address on to-morrow (Tuesday), at 1.30 p.m., for interment in Milltown Cemetery. Friends will please accept this intimation.
Inserted by her sorrowing Granddaughter and Husband, MAGGIE and JOHN DONNELLY, 7 Milewater Street.
CAMPBELL -- October 5, 1919, ather residence, 7 Milewater Street, Margaret, relict of the late James Campbell. The remains of my dear mother will be removed from above address on to-morrow (Tuesday), at 1.30 p.m., for interment in Milltown Cemetery. Friends will please accept this intimation.
Inserted by her sorrowing Daughter and three Grandchildren, CATHERINE M'BRIDE, 7 Milewater Street.
CRAWFORD -- October 5, 1919, at Drumshambo, Nannie, widow of the late John Crawford, J.P., in her 85th year. Funeral on Wednesday at 3 p.m.
Forever in the Lord.
GUNNING -- October 5, 1919 (suddenly), at Craigboy, Donaghadee, Thomas Gunning. The remains of my beloved husband will be removed, for interment in the family burying-ground, Donaghadee, on to-morrow (Tuesday), at 2 p.m. Friends will please accept this intimation. LIZZE GUNNING.
HIGGINSON -- October 5, 1919, at her residence, 21 Riverdale Street, Sarah Higginson, relict of the late Robert Higginson, of Lisburn. The remains of our dearly-beloved mother will be removed, for interment in the City Cemetery. on to-morrow (Tuesday), at 2.30 p.m.
Deeply regretted by her loving Sons, FRANCIS and ROBERT.
JAMISON - October 5, 1919, at his father's residence, Lisban, Comber, William James (wee Willie), second son of James Jamison, jun., aged 3 years and 3 months. Funeral to Tullynakill on to-morrow (Tuesday), at 11 a.m. Friends will please accept this (the only) intimation.
LINFIELD OLYMPIC F.C.
JOHNSTONE -- The Players and Members of the above Club are requested to attend the funeral of the sister of their late respected Members, Samuel and Ernest Johnstone.
W. JOHNSTONE, Chairman; A. M'VEIGH, Secretary.
MACAULEY -- October 5, 1919, at her residence, 35 Botanic Avenue, Anna, widow of the late James Macauley, Belfast. Funeral private.
M'CULLOUGH -- October 5, 1919, at the residence of her uncle, 22 Kensington Avenue, Bloomfield, May Victoria (wee May), daughter of William M'cullough. The remains of my dearly-beloved daughter will be removed from above address for interment in City Cemetery on to-morrow (Tuesday), at 3 p.m. Deeply regretted by her Father and little Brother, WILLIAM M'CULLOUGH, 23 Bedeque Street.
M'CULLOUGH -- October 5, 1919, at her residence, 22 Kensington Avenue, Bloomfield, May Victoria (wee May), daughter of William M'cullough, 23 Bedeque Street. The remains of our dearly-beloved niece will be removed for interment in the City Cemetery on to-morrow (Tuesday), at 3 p.m.
Sadly missed. DAVID and LIZZE M'CULLOUGH.
M'CULLOUGH -- October 5, 1919, at her son-in-law's residence, 3 Bright Street, Sarah, the dearly-beloved wife of James M'Cullough, late of 23 Cluan Place. Her remains will be removed from above residence, for interment in City Cemetery, on to-morrow (Tuesday), at 2.30 p.m. Friends will please accept this intimation.
Deeply regretted by her Husband and Family. J. M'CULLOUGH.
ST. MARY'S FOOTBALL AND ATHLETIC CLUB.
M'CONNELL -- Members of the above club are requested to attend the funeral of the mother of our two respected Members, Thomas and Albert M'Connell.
D. MARKS, Chairman. W. OFFICER, Secretary.
ROBERTSON -- October 5, 1919, at his residence, 147 Madrid Street, Thomas Robertson (after a lingering illness), late Head Foreman Upholsterer, Queen's Island. The remains of my beloved husband will be removed, for interment in the City Cemetery, on Wednesday, at 2.30 p.m. Friends will please accept this intimation.
JEANIE ROBERTSON.
MASONIC LODGE OF ISRRAEL, No. 74.
ROBERTSON -- The Officers and Brethren of above lodge and other Brethren are requested to attend the funeral of their late highly-esteemed Brother, Thomas Robertson.
FRANCIS BEST, W.M.; D.B. WHITE, P.M., Secretary.
SEYMOUR -- October 5, 1919, at the residence of her son-in-law, 17 Rossmore Avenue, Belfast, Mary, relict of the late Thomas W. Seymour, of Randalstown. Notice of interment later.
THOS. F. MACARTNEY.
STEVENS -- October 5, 1919, at Homelands, Belmont Church Road (after a long illness), George, late of Messrs. Workman & Clark's South Yard, dearly-beloved husband of Constance Stevens. Funeral on Wednesday, at 3 p.m., to Dundonald Cemetery. Friends will please accept this intimation.
Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Wife and Family.
TOWE -- October 5, 1919, at her mother's residence, 224 Blythe Street, Mary Ann, relict of the late David Towe. Her remains will be removed from above address, for interment in Magheragall Churchyard, on to-morrow (Tuesday), at 12 o'clock noon. Friends will please accept this intimation.
Ever remembered by her loving Brothers and Sisters-in-law. ERNEST, SAMUEL, MARGARET, and MINNIE JOHNSTON.
Thanks
Mrs. KIRKPATRICK desires to return sincere thanks to the many kind friends who sympathised with her in her recent sad bereavement; also to those who sent messages of sympathy and beautiful floral tributes. She hopes this acknowledgement will be accepted as a token of her deep appreciation.
69 Crosscollyer Street, Belfast.
Mr. MITCHELL and Family desire to return their sincere thanks to the many kind friends who sympathised with them in their recent sad bereavement.
Mervue House, Millisle.
In Memoriam
DUNN -- In loving memory of our dear mother, Annie Dunn, who departed this life on the 6th October, 1917.
Inserted by her loving Daughter and Son-in-law ELIZABETH and JOHN GILCHRIST, 45 Glencollyer Street.
DUNN -- In loving memory of our dear mother Annie Dunn, who departed this life on the 6th October, 1917.
Dearest mother, how we miss you
As it dawns another year;
In our lonely hours of thinking
Thoughts of you are ever near.
Inserted by her loving Son and Daughters, DAVID, ANNIE, and MAGGIE DUNN, 20 Parkmount Street.Also James (on active service).
GUY -- In loving memory of our dear daughter, Susan Guy, and the dearly-beloved wife of Thomas Guy, died on 6th October, 1918, and buried in Mount Olivet, Zion City, U.S.A.
At the river's crystal brink
Christ shall join each broken link.
Ever remembered by her loving Father and Mother, Sisters and Brothers, BENJAMIN and MARGARET WHITE, 45 Seventh Street, Belfast.
GOODALL -- On loving and fond remembrance of our dear brother, James Goodall, who departed this life on 6th October, 1915, and was interred in Dundonald Cemetery.
Ever remembered by his loving Sister and Brother-in-law, ISABELLA and JOHN BELL, 23 Malvern Place.
M'CABE -- in loving memory of our dear daughter, Maggie M'CAbe, who departed this life on 6th October, 1918; also our dear daughter, Sarah M'Guffin, who departed this life on 13th February, 1917, and were both interred in Clonallon Cemetery, Warrenpoint.
By the fireside sad and lonely
Memory's thoughts will not be stilled,
But God's lesson must be studied,
In His love this task He willed.
Then let is ask of Him, our Maker,
To guide us in the path of right,
That we shall join our dearest loved ones
When we have said our last good night.
Sadly missed by their loving Father, Mother, Sisters, and Brothers, JOSEPH and SARAH M'CABE, 30 Summer Hill, Warrenpoint.
NIXON -- In loving memory of my dear daughter, Kathleen, who passed away on 5th October, 1918, and was interred in Dundonald Cemetery.
We cannot, Lord, Thy purpose see,
But all is well that's done by Thee.
Still sadly missed by her sorrowing Mother, Sister, and Brother, 251 Woodstock Road.
WHITFORD -- In loving remembrance of Alfred Whitford, the youngest and dearly-beloved son of the late Alexander and Jane Whitford, who died on October 5, 1918, at Park View, Southampton, England, and was interred in Hollybrook Cemetery.
Gone but not forgotten.
Can we forget, amid our pain and woe,
All that he meant to us in happy days gone by;
Deep in our hearts, no matter where we go,
He lives enshrined in love that will not die.
Ever remembered by his Mother.
WHITFORD -- In loving memory of our dear brother, Alfred Whitford, who departed this life on October 5, 1918, and was interred in Hollybrook Cemetery, Southampton.
We mourn the loss of one so dear,
Our hearts are sad to-day
To think of one we loved so well
So quickly passed away.
Ever remembered by his Sister and Brother-in-law, MAUD and JAMES HEANY, 8 Garden Street.
WHITFORD -- In loving memory of our dear brother Alfred, who departed this life on the 5th October, 1918, and was interred in Hollybrook Cemetery, Southampton.
I often think of you, dear brother,
As it dawns another year;
In my lonely hours of thinking
Thoughts of you are ever near.
Inserted by his Sister and Brother-in-law, JANE and ROBERT M'ANOY, 27 Blythe Street.
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NEILL -- In sad and loving memory of my dear son, Richard Neill, who departed this life on 6th October, 1918, and was interred in Magheragall Churchyard.
We have lost the dearest brother,
And we mourn his absence sore;
His loving face and kindly smile
We'll see on earth no more.
Ever remembered by his loving Mother and Brothers, also Maudie.
Our Heroes -- In Memoriam
EDMONDS--HESKITH -- In affectionate remembrance of Edwin E. Edmonds, A.B., who was lost at sea through collision of H.M.S. Otranto October 6, 1918; also of Private Wm. E. Edmonds, R.M.L.I., who was killed in action November 13, 1916; also of Lance-Corpl. George E. Edmonds, R.I.R. (M.G.C.), who was killed in action August 8, 1917; also of Guardsman Wm. Hesketh (brother-in-law of the above), 4th Batt. Grenadier Guards, who died at Gottingen from dysentery whilst a prisoner of war November 4, 1918.
Ever remembered by the Father, Sisters, and Widow. -- 214 Boden Street, Belfast.
GITTENS -- In sad and loving remembrance of our dear son, 8922 Rifleman John Gittens (prisoner of war), died in Meslermene Hospital in Germany. -- R.I.P.
On his soul, sweet Jesus, have mercy.
Ever remembered by his loving Mother and Father and Brothers (the latter on Active Service).
JOHN and ANN GITTENS, 18 Stanhope Street.
GITTENS -- In loving memory of my dear brother, No. 8922 Rifleman John Gittens, who died as a prisoner of war in hospital in Germany, on 5th October, 1918.
On whose soul, sweet Jesus, have mercy.
Inserted by his loving Sister, ALICE LAVERY, 8 California Street.
GITTENS -- A token of love and remembrance to my dear brother, 8922 Rifleman John Gittens, 2nd Batt. R.I.R., who died in Germany in the 5th October, 1918.
In the old home you are fondly remembered, Sweetest of memories cling round your name;
True hearts that loved you with sweetest affection
Always shall love you in death just the same,
Ever remembered by his loving Brother and Sister-in-law. 35 Altcar Street, Mountpottinger.
HARRIS -- Missing 21st March, 1918, now officially reported killed on that date, Sig. Alfred J. Harris, 15th BAtt. R.I.R., eldest and beloved son of William and Ellen Harris.
The midnight stars are gleaming
On a grave I cannot see,
Where sleeping without dreaming,
Lies the one so dear to me.
No loving hand clasped yours that day,
No home voice said good-bye;
You fell in battle's dread affray,
But God Himself was nigh.
Deeply regretted by his loving Father, Mother, and Brother. -- 24 Prospect Street.
M'DONALD -- In proud and loving memory of Private J. A. M'Donald, A.I.F., who died from wounds received in action on 6th October, 1918, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas M'Donald, "Iona," Dundalk.
M'NEICE -- In loving memory of our dear brothers, N0. 5115 L-Corpl. J. W. (Wilson) M'Neice, 2nd R.I. Rifles, died in St. Bartholomew's Hospital, London, of wounds received in action on October 5, 1915; also Pte. William M'Neice, 1/8 City of London Post Office Rifles, killed in action on the 8th October, 1916.
Ever remembered by their Sisters and Brothers, Mrs. E. SHARKEY, Mrs. ANNIE BROWN, Miss FLORRIE M'NEICE, ALBERT M'NEICE, JOSHUA M'NEICE.
Also their Brothers-in-law, S. SHARKEY and W. G. BROWN.
PATTEN -- In loving memory of our dear son, Sapper Albert Victor Patten (244605), Royal Engineers, F.S>C., killed in action 6th October, 1918, and buried in Terhand Cemetery, Belgium.
Our grief the world can never know,
Nor thoughts of sadness that are mine,
As with the years we older grow
Our hearts for you will ever pine.
Ever remembered by his sorrowing Father, Mothers, Brothers, Sister, and Brother-in-law, West Street, Carrickfergus.
REA -- In loving memory of my dear husband Rifleman William Rea, R.A.M.C. (late 10th Batt. R.I. Rifles, died of bronchial pneumonia, and was buried in Mickra Cemetery, Salonika, on 6th October, 1918.
Gallant and brave, with all his might
He fought for honour, truth, ad right,
No stone or tablet marks his grave,
He has returned to God, Who gave.
"Greater love hath no man than this, that he lay down his life for his friends."
Ever remembered by his sorrowing Wife ad little Daughter Irine.
HANNAH REA, 12 Windsor Street.
THOMPSON -- In fond memory of our dear Brother, Shepherd Thompson (16015), R.I.R., killed in action 5th October, 1918.
Ever remembered by his Sister and Brother-in-law, M. and A. M'CULLY, 31 Derwent Street.
THOMPSON -- In loving memory of my dear son, 16015 Rifleman Sheppard Thompson, 15th Batt. R.I. Rifles, killed in action on 5th October, 1918; also Rifleman Robert Thompson, 8th R.I. Rifles, killed on 2nd July, 1916.
Dear sons, how we miss you,
Just to-day it is one year;
In our lonely hours of thinking
Thoughts of you are ever dear.
Ever remembered by their sorrowing Father and Stepmother, JOHN and LIZZLE THOMPSON, 56 Constance Street.
THORNBURY -- In loving memory of Rifleman James Thornbury, Rifle Brigade, dearly-beloved son of Agnes and the late James Thornbury, who was killed in action on the 6th of October, 1915, and was interred in Fleurbaix Cemetery, France.
Still sadly missed by his Mother and Sisters, also Sister and Brother-in-law, GRACE and JOSEPH LEE, 129 Mayo Street.
THORNBURY -- In loving memory of my dear brother, Rifleman James Thornbury, Rifle Brigade, killed in action on October 6, 1915, and was interred in Fleurbaix Cemetery, France,
Still sadly missed by his Sister and Brother-in-law, LIZZIE and BENJAMIN TRIMBLE, 120 Palmer Street (late of Brookmount Street).
Also his loving Aunt Lizzie, 43 Emerson Street.
WHITELY -- In loving memory of my dear husband, 42394 Private George Whitely, 1st Batt. R.I. Fusiliers, died of wounds received in action on October 6, 1918.
Only a river between us
Parting our dear one awhile
Only a veil that divides us
Hiding the light of his smile.
Ever remembered by his loving Wife and Children, ELIZABETH WHITELEY, 52 Canmore Street.
WHITELY -- In sad and loving memory of our dear son and our loving brother, 42394 Private George Whitely, 1st Batt. Royal Irish Fusiliers, died of wounds received in action on the 6th of October, 1918.
He was a son and brother
Who always thought of us,
And as long as life and memory last
Will be ever dear to us.
Sadly missed by his loving Mother and two Sisters,, MARGARET WHITELY, 92 Chadolly Street.
WHITELY -- In loving memory of my dear brother, Private George Whitely (42394), Royal Irish Fusiliers, died of wounds received in action on 6th October, 1918.
We have lost the dearest brother,
And we mourn his absence sore;
His loving face and kindly smile
We'll see on earth no more.
Deeply regretted by his Brother and Sister-in-law, SAMUEL and MABEL WHITELY, 50 Foreman Street, Belfast.