Tuesday 2 October 1900

BIRTH at Port Alfred West on Sept. 28th, Mrs. Lewis W. SMITH of a son.

DIED at Bathurst on 30th September 1900, of measles, Owen George, aged 3 years and 3 months, the beloved child of C.R. and A. OPENSHAW.
“Safe in the arms of Jesus.”

DROWNED
At Barkly West on Sunday morning three of the D.F.A. went to bath, when one of them, Gunner Ernest Edward DUKE, got out of his depth and was drowned. Deceased could not swim, but had often gone into the water at that particular spot. On Saturday, however, the river had risen for some distance, a fact of which DUKE was not aware. BANKIER, one of his friends, made plucky efforts to save him, but unfortunately was too far away, and DUKE went down a second time before BANKIER could get to his assistance. The other friend, SMITH, had crossed the river, and was too far off to aid in the attempted rescue. Gunner DUKE, who had been stationed at Barkly West for several months, was 23 years and 9 months old. He was a native of the Paarl, but had lived in Kimberley for 15 or 16 years, following the occupation of a fitter at the De Beer’s workshops. His parents are dead, but he leaves two sisters, of whom he was the sole support, to mourn his loss.

Capetown, Monday (Reuter)
Mr. MARAIS, M.L.A. for Paarl, is dead.

It is our sad duty to record the death of Mrs. George SLATER, of Fort Beaufort, who passed away on Tuesday last after an operation. Mrs. SLATER was the eldest daughter of Mrs. John EVANS of Oatlands Road The late Mr. John EVANS was for many years headmaster of the Cathedral Grammar School. The deceased lady leaves a husband and five children to mourn their loss. We tender our sympathies to them in their sad bereavement.

Thursday 4 October 1900

[SUICIDE]
The body of a European woman named [HOPKIN] was found frightfully mangled on the Greytown [road] a short distance from Maritzburg, and the evidence points to suicide, the deceased having been jilted by her [lover]. A case of suicide is also reported from Harding, a Natal policeman stationed at [.....] shooting himself with a revolver.

Saturday 6 October 1900

DIED at Jedwood, Queenstown, on Oct 2nd 1900, Catherine Heatlie (born PRINGLE), relict of the late J.B. RENNIE, aged 90 years and 17 days.

Tuesday 9 October 1900

DEATH OF MRS. GOOLD
The death of Mrs. GOOLD on Sunday morning last, as the Church bells were ringing, leaves a gap in Grahamstown not easily to be filled. She had been ailing for some time past, and death was expected. Mrs. GOOLD was a Miss Eliza PITCHERS, and came out to this Colony in [1849] to the Wesleyan Mission School, which is where the Dutch Sunday School now is. She taught there for many years and then married Mr. Henry Ebenezer GOOLD, who was in business at Elandspoort, Seymour. Her husband died in [1864] from the effects of a wagon accident. Mr. LAING, now the Hon. Jno. LAING M.L.A., managed the business till Mrs. GOOLD finally retired, and took up her residence here. About 30 years ago Mrs. GOOLD married a second time, to Rev. Mr. EVERY of Burghersdorp, but a separation took place. Mrs. GOOLD then returned to Elandspoort, and finally came to Grahamstown. She was 91 years of age at her death, and was a devoted Christian, a loving and kind friend, and a revered and respected class leader and church worker. Her only son, Mr. Henry GOOLD, died several years ago. During Mrs. GOOLD’s later years, Miss PITTAWAY nursed her with great care and [unstinting] attention.
The funeral took place yesterday afternoon, moving from the residence, Bathurst Street, at 4 o’clock. The coffin was of polished oak with silver mountings, and the funeral was conducted by Mr. A. WILL. The pall bearers were Messrs. H.R. WOOD, L.B. DOLD, T.H. GROCOTT, J. SLATER, H. HILL, R.R. STOCKS. The service in Commemoration Church was most impressive, Rev. W.H. [RAYNER], President of the Conference, Revs. A.T. RHODES, G.W. CROSS and S.J. [HOLM] taking part. Mr. T.H. WEBB presided at the organ, and played during the service “ O Rest in the Lord” and “I Know that my Redeemer Liveth”. Hymns [6..] and 709 were also sung. The Church was draped in black.
The chief mourners were Mr. John PITCHERS, Mrs. W.W. TOPPER, Mrs. PITCHERS, Mrs. O.E. ESTMENT, Mr. TOPPER and Mr. O.E. ESTMENT. The relatives of the deceased [....] to tender their thanks to the many friends for their kind attention.

A MILITARY FUNERAL
The remains of Trooper John Brent BRADFIELD, Nesbitt’s Horse, son of Mr. Benj. BRADFIELD, were carried to their last resting place this morning with due military honours. The deceased was only 21 years of age, and died of inflammation of the lungs contracted at Colesberg some four or five months ago. The Rev. J.S. BAKER presided over the services, and Mr. A. WILL was the undertaker.
Mr. B. BRADFIELD unfortunately lost another son, Herbert Arthur, who died at Johannesburg of enteric fever, after going through 16 fights safely with Marshall’s Horse.

Thursday 11 October 1900

DIED at Grahamstown on Sunday Oct 7th 1900, Mrs Eliza GOOLD, aged 91 years.

This morning at St.George’s Cathedral Miss Margaret WALLACE, eldest daughter of Mr. D. WALLACE of East London, was married to Mr. Lewis WILSON. We hope to give full particulars in our next issue.

Saturday 13 October 1900

BIRTH at Grahamstown on the 12th inst, the wife of Arthur F.B. RUTHERFOORD of a son.

WILSON – WALLACE
Married at the Cathedral of St.Michael and St.George, Grahamstown, on 11th October 1900, by the Right Rev. the Bishop of Grahamstown, assisted by Rev. Precentor D. HURST-JONES, and Rev. Mr. STEVENS of Fauresmith, O.R.C., Lewis WILSON, youngest son of W.J. WILSON of Fauresmith to Margaret P.H. WALLACE, eldest daughter of David WALLACE of Grahamstown.

WEDDING – ORANGE RIVER COLONY AND CAPE COLONY
On the 11th instant a large congregation in the City Cathedral of St.Michael and St.George witnessed the marriage of Mr. Lewis WILSON of Fauresmith, O.R.C., with Miss Margaret Perie Hume WALLACE, eldest daughter of Mr. Graham WALLACE of Grahamstown, now residing in East London, and niece of Lieut. Colonel A.E. NELSON, Mayor of Grahamstown. The bride was given away by the latter, acting in her father’s place, who was unavoidably prevented from coming to town. The bride was attended by three charming bridesmaids, consisting of her cousins, Miss Ada May and Miss Agnes E. NELSON, and her sister Miss May WALLACE. The bridegroom enjoyed the support of Mr. George C. NELSON as best man. The ceremony was performed by the Right Rev. the Lord Bishop of Grahamstown, assisted by the Revd, Precentor D. HURST-JONES and Rev. S.W. STEVENS of Fauresmith, O.R.C. The Cathedral organist Mr. W. DEANE ably presided at the organ and the beautiful wedding march, played as the bridal party was leaving the Chapter House, was taken up by a merry clash of joy from the Cathedral tower.
The reception was held at Cathcart House, Colonel NELSON’s residence, where happy sentiments and convivial merriment passed the time until the hour of departure for Port Alfred by the 2:30pm train, by which the happy pair left midst cheers and showers of confetti and fervent wishes to them for future health and happiness. Telegrams of congratulations were received from all parts of South Africa, Rhodesia, Transvaal, Orange River Colony and Cape Colony.
The bride looked extremely well in a dainty dress of Ivory China Silk. The softly draped bodice was arranged with a deep chemisette of thickly folded chiffon, which was completed with a prettily frilled fichu of silk, edged with fine blonde appliqué lace and fastened with sprays of orange blossoms. The trained skirt was finely tucked back and trimmed with [....] shaped flounces of silk, which were also edged with the blonde appliqué. The bridesmaids were attired in very pretty gowns of Ivory Voile, which were entirely tucked, the bodices being finished with fichus of crepe-de-chene trimmed with [....] lace and chiffon. The above gowns were supplied by the well known firm of Messrs. MUIRHEAD & GOWIE, Church Square.

Tuesday 16 October 1900

BIRTH at Fort England on the 16th inst, the wife of Albert HOBLEY of a daughter.

KILLED ON PATROL, Oct 13th 1900, Sergt. W.H. BRINK (Wallis) of Nesbitt’s Horse, youngest and dearly beloved son of C.R. and the late G.E.O. BRINK, aged 31 years and 4 days, leaving a mother and a large circle of relatives to mourn his loss.

By the death of Mr. Wal. BRINK, who was shot on patrol, another name has been added to the list of brave Albany lads who have nobly gone forth to serve their Queen and country, and who have met the foeman’s bullet like true Englishmen.

SERIOUS ACCIDENT
We learn that at Johannesburg a few days ago Mr. BLUNDELL (formerly of Port Alfred) was driving with his wife, a daughter of the Bishop of Pretoria, (Dr. BOUSFIELD) when by an unfortunate accident the vehicle was overturned, and both Mr. and Mrs. BLUNDELL sustained serious injuries. Both were taken to the hospital, and received every attention, but Mrs. BLUNDELL is not expected to live.

Mr Thomas ALDRIDGE, who is in business at Mafeking, and went through all the hardships of the siege, is at present in town, and his marriage to Miss WILLCOX, daughter of our esteemed fellow citizen Mr. J.S. WILLCOX, is we understand to take place this week.
[See next issue, where name is given as ALDRED]

Thursday 18 October 1900

BIRTH at Grahamstown on October 18th 1900, the wife of Thomas DONALD of a daughter.

ALDRED – WILLCOX
Married at Trinity Church, Grahamstown, by the Rev G.W. Cross, Oct 18th 1900, Thomas ALDRED of Mafeking to Ivy, eldest daughter of J.S. WILLCOX Esq. J.P., of Grahamstown.

A PRETTY WEDDING
ALDRED – WILLOX
This morning at 11 o’clock Trinity Church was the scene of a very pretty and fashionable wedding, when Mr. Thomas ALDRED of Mafeking, eldest son of T. ALDRED Esq. of London, England, was married to Miss Ivy WILLCOX, eldest daughter of Mr. J.S. WILLCOX J.P., of this City. The ceremony was performed in the Trinity Church, owing to the Baptist Church being in the hands of the workmen for repairs and renovation. Rev. G.W. CROSS tied the nuptial knot. The bride, who looked charming, wore a becoming dress of a cream French canvas, trimmed with real lace, and a crinoline hat trimmed with feathers. Miss Carrie GOWIE was the bridesmaid and wore a skirt of grey voile with chiffon bodice over pink silk, and hat to match. The flower girls were little Misses Amy and Nell WILLCOX, who looked sweet, dressed in white muslin dresses, trimmed with [....] stole lace, and white [picture hats], trimmed with pink daisies. They carried crooks in their hands. The best man was Mr. Herbert BARNES. The bride was given away by her father.
After the ceremony the wedding party adjourned to the residence in Bathurst Street, where the numerous and costly presents were viewed, and the usual toasts drunk. The bridegroom’s present to the bride was a silver mounted travelling bag, and to the bridesmaid a beautiful sapphire ring, made by Mr. J.S. WILLCOX’s skilful jewellers. The flower girls each received a gold bangle.
The happy couple left by the midday train for Kingwilliamstown and East London for their honeymoon. May every happiness attend them.

Saturday 20 October 1900

ESTMENT – VAN DER VALK
Married at Grahamstown in Commemoration Church, on the 17th October 1900, by the Rev. A.T. Rhodes, Water henry ESTMENT to Hannah Dorothea, second daughter of W.J. VAN DER VALK, of Port Alfred.

PASSED AWAY PEACEFULLY at Capetown on the 19th October, after a short illness, Miriam, the dearly beloved wife of A.L. BENJAMIN
God’s will be done.

We regret to record the death at Capetown of Mrs. A.L. BENJAMIN yesterday after a short illness. Mr. BENJAMIN, it will be remembered, left recently with his wife and daughter for England, for medial advice as to Mrs. BENJAMIN’s health.

Tuesday 23 October 1900

BIRTH on the 21st inst, the wife of E.G. [Di..] DRURY M.D. of a son.

BIRTH at Wetheral, Carlisle, on the 2nd inst, Mrs. MATHEWS, wife of S.W. MATHEWS, late of Governor’s Kop, Grahamstown, of a son.

MARRIED at Port Alfred East, by Special Licence, R.F. RAND M.D. F.R.C.S to Margaret, eldest daughter of the late James MILNE, Napier-street, Grahamstown.

Thursday 25 October 1900

DIED at Wilton House, Somerset East, on the 22nd October 1900, Annie WEEKS, dearly beloved wife of Jabez WEEKS, aged 65 years 9 moths and 8 days. Deeply regretted by her sorrowing husband and children.
“Blessed are they who die in the Lord”

A QUEENSTOWN MARRIAGE
Miss Isabel BERRY, youngest daughter of the Speaker, has been married to Mr. F, VAN LINSINGEN.

THANKS
Mr. S. BENJAMIN writes: Kindly tender for me, through the medium of your paper, on behalf of my sorrowing father and the bereaved children, our most sincere thanks to the very numerous kind friends for their touching expressions of sympathy and condolence on the irreparable ,loss we have sustained in the death of our darling mother.

Saturday 27 October 1900

Arthur, Sydney and Harriet SMITH (sons and daughter of Charles Bagot SMITH and Clara his wife of Grahamstown South Africa, deceased) are requested to communicate to Advantage with Messrs Head & Hill, Solicitors, 3 Raymond Buildings, Gray’s Inn, London, England.

Tuesday 30 October 1900

DIED at Grahamstown, October 30th 1900, James MAITLAND, aged 30 years 1 month and 12 days, leaving a sorrowing widow and 4 children to mourn their irreparable loss.
FUNERAL NOTICE
The Funeral of the above will leave his late residence, Beaufort Street, tomorrow (Wednesday) afternoon at 4 o’clock. All friends are respectfully invited to attend.
A. WILL, Undertaker