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The Grahamstown Journal

According to the catalogue of the Cory Library, the first issue of this newspaper was on the 30th December 1831. That library has a complete set to 1919 in microform.   Sue Mackay, who transcribed these excerpts seems to have been exceptionally lucky, therefore, to have found printed copies available at the National Archives in Kew, London. She writes: Original copies of the Grahamstown Journal at Kew can be found in CO53/13 (1832-1836),  CO53/14 (1837-1840),  CO53/15 (1841-1846),  CO53/16 (1847-1849)  and CO53/17 (1850-1853).  In reality CO53/13 contains almost nothing and the sole extract from this file, dated 19 June 1835, is included at the start of CO53/14.

In January 2015 the original copies of The Grahamstown Journal originally held at The British Library in Colindale, now transferred to Boston Spa in Yorkshire, became available to order at the new Newsroom in the British Library at St.Pancras, London, and the ban on digital photography was lifted. Sue Mackay is therefore continuing with her transcriptions. The Shelf Mark for the Grahamstown Journal at the British Library is NEWS15493.  After 1864 the newspaper was officially called The Journal. 

The British Library hold some issues from 1832-1836 and transcriptions of these have been added to fill in some of the gaps before the issues at the National Archives start.

Scans of original images 1831-1923 (some more legible than others) can be found here. Click on the year in the Calendar and then on the date concerned to bring up the relevant issue.

Grahamstown Journal 1864 - 3 - July to September

Friday 1 July 1864

MARRIED on the 22nd June by Antinuptial Contract at the Dutch Reformed Church, Adelaide, John William PIRZENTHAL Esq to Fredrika Maria, eldest daughter of J.P. RADEMEYER Esq, Adelaide. No cards.

DIED in Grahamstown on the 26th inst, John CRAUSE Esq HP 58th Reg, aged 71 years.

Teeth! Teeth!
Mr. C.J. LITTLEWORT
Surgeon Dentist
Begs to inform the inhabitants of Grahamstown that he will be at the Cathcart Arms Hotel, Grahamstown on Monday and Tuesday the 4th and 5th July next and that he intends visiting Grahamstown regularly on the first Monday and Tuesday in every month.
NB Persons desirous of having Artificial Teeth made, or teeth (that have caused pain) stopped, must visit him the first day, as the operations cannot be performed in one day. Hours from nine till five.

Friday 15 July 1864

BIRTHS, MARRIAGES AND DEATHS

Births
ATTWELL – 15th June at Grahamstown, Mrs. B.B. ATTWELL of a son
NIEKERK – 12th June at Alexandria, Mrs P.C. VAN NIEKERK of a son
WOOD – 14th June at Grahamstown, Mrs. Henry WOOD of a son

Marriages
PIRZENTHAL – RADEMEYER 22nd June at Adelaide, John William PIRZENTHAL Esq to Fredrika Maria, eldest daughter of J.P. RADEMEYER Esq, Adelaide.

Deaths
BAILIE – 20th June at Grahamstown, Amelia BAILIE, aged 72 years
CRAUSE – 25th June, John CRAUSE Esq HP 50th Regiment, aged 71 years
CALLAGHAN – 12th June at Vlak Fontein, in the division of Albert, William CALLAGHAN, aged 2 years 6 months and 15 days
HARTLEY – 15th June at Grahamstown, Mr. Wm. HARTLEY, aged 88 years
READ – 12th June at Grahamstown, Minnie Eleanor, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R. READ, aged 6 months
THOMAS – 30th June at Morrel's Fontein, in the district of Queenstown, Ruth Gradwell THOMAS, aged 4 years 4 months and 12 days
WEBB – 17th February at Queenscliff, near Melbourne, John WEBB, aged 39 years

DIED at Thaba Nchu on the 2nd July, Jessie Ellen, aged 3 years and 6 months, and on the 3rd, Anne Elizabeth, aged 2 years and 11 days, the beloved children of James and Helen SCOTT.
"They were lovely and pleasant in their lives, and in death they were not divided."

DIED at Morrels Fountain, district of Queenstown, on Thursday the 30th June 1864, Ruth Gradwell, aged 4 years 4 months and 12 days, the beloved daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James THOMAS. Friends at a distance will please accept of this notice.

DIED of consumption on the 17th Feb 1864 at Queen's Cliff, Port Phillip Heads, near Melbourne, John WEBB, son of Charles WEBB, Painter, Graham's Town, aged 39 years. Deceased was born in Graham's Town, was well known and respected, and at 21 took his full share in the war of '46, serving as Lieutenant in the Fingo Corps, and in the war of '50 and '51 (after being driven from his house by the enemy) he was engaged in most of the actions in the Winterberg, Blinkwater, Balfour and Fort Armstrong, under Commandants CURRIE and BOWKER. His business ruined and health broken, he left for the land of gold, in hopes to repair both, and failed in either, and while ardently longing for Home, died in that far off land amongst strangers, and fills a stranger's grave.

Tuesday 19 July 1864

DIED on the 11th July at Norham Dale, Chalumna District, British Kaffraria, at the residence of his son, Mr. Daniel WAINWRIGHT, aged 69. Deceased came to this country with his father with the Original Settlers of 1820, and was well known and greatly respected by the oldest inhabitants of the Colony.

Friday 22 July 1864

MARRIED on Tuesday 19th July 1864 in St.George's Cathedral, Grahamstown, by the Rev R.G. Hutt, Mr. David S. BARRABLE, of Queenstown, to Elizabeth Anne, eldest daughter of Mr. S. ALLISON, Grahamstown.

DIED at Norham Dale, British Kaffraria, on the 11th July, in the 70th year of his age, Daniel WAINWRIGHT Esq. he was deservedly esteemed by all who knew him, and died, as he had lived, in peace with all mankind, and a sincere Christian, with full faith in Jesus Christ.

Tuesday 26 July 1864

DIED at Grahamstown on the 24th July, Ellen, the beloved wife of Mr. Daniel DEVINE, aged 22 years and 11 months.

DIED at the Commercial Hotel, on Sunday morning July 24th, Emma Jane WOOD, aged 2 years and 9 months.

Friday 29 July 1864

DIED at Fort Beaufort, Maria Elila, the beloved daughter of Eliza Ann and Joseph O'GARA. Aged 2 years 4 months and 20 days.

Monday 1 August 1864

DIED at Thorn Kloof, Fish River Randt, Albany on the evening of the 28th July 1864, Miles Brabbin BOWKER Esq, third son of the late Miles BOWKER, of Olive Burn; after a lingering but painless illness of eighteen months, originating in paralysis. Aged 57 years. Friends will please accept this notice.

DIED at Sidbury Park on the 31st July, Diana, relict of the late Mr. Thomas BERRINGTON, aged 73 years, after a painful illness of five weeks, borne with Christian fortitude and resignation. Deeply and deservedly regretted by her sorrowing family and friends.

Friday 5 August 1864

BIRTH on the morning of the 5th inst, at Hill-street, Grahamstown, the wife of Mr. S. FITZGERALD of a daughter.
August 1864

BIRTH at Grahamstown on Thursday the 4th inst, the wife of Mr. A.S. BROWN of a daughter

DIED this morning (August 5th) of Bronchitis, Mary Louisa, the beloved and only daughter of Mr. J.H. READHOUSE. Aged 3 years and 2 months.

Monday 8 August 1864

Notice of Partnership
William Scott CRAIK
Having entered into Partnership with Julius JORDAN on the First Day of July last, Notice is hereby given that the Business heretofore carried on by the latter under the Firm of JORDAN & Co will from this day be carried on by the Undersigned, without alteration, under the Firm or Style of JORDAN CRAIK & Company.
Julius JORDAN
W.S. CRAIK
Port Elizabeth
August 1st 1864

Friday 12 August 1864

BIRTH on the 10th August 1864, Mrs. R.W. NESON of a son.

BIRTH at West Hill, Graham's Town on the 12th August 1864, the wife of Mr. Jonathan AYLIFF of a son

MARRIED at St.George's Cathedral, Grahamstown by the Rev Mr. Hutt, Edwin WILLOWS to Frances Sarah, the youngest daughter of Mr. Samuel ELSE.

MARRIED on Wednesday the 3rd instant, in Commemoration Chapel by the Rev William Impey, Mr. George B. ATTWELL to Marianne, eldest daughter of B.M. SHEPPERSON Esq, Grahamstown.

DIED on the 9th instant of Hooping Cough, aged 8 weeks, John Bowers, son of John Bowers and Hannah Maria JANION, Grahamstown.
August 12th 1864

Tuesday 16 August 1864

DIED at Grahamstown on the 29th July, Andrew HOSIE, aged 87 years.

DIED on the 13th instant, Frederick Arthur Cecil, younger son of Mr. Frederick HOLLAND, of this city, aged one year and four months.
Grahamstown 15th Aug 1864

DIED at Grahamstown on the 12th inst, Sarah Richards, fourth daughter of Joseph and Elizabeth EDKINS, aged two years and 11 months. Friends will please accept this notice.

Friday 19 August 1864

REMOVAL
The undersigned begs to inform his friends and he public that he has removed his Boot and Shoe Warehouse to the opposite side of the street, two doors from Styles Hotel, formerly occupied by Mr. SANDERS, Saddler, whilst the alterations in his premises are in hand.
Geo. ORSMOND
Boot and Shoe Warehouse
Bathurst-street
August 15th 1864

Monday 22 August 1864

MARRIED at St.Mary's Church, Port Elizabeth, South Africa, by the Rev J Seddon, on the 18th August, James HOGG Esq, C.E. of Port Alfred, to Charlotte, daughter of Nathaniel TAYLOR Esq of Belmont House, Stranraer, Wigtonshire N.B.

DIED on the 4th August 1864, at her residence in the Bongolo, Elizabeth, beloved wife of William JACKSON. Aged 43 years 7 months and 25 days. Her end was peace.

Friday 26 August 1864

MARRIED at Cradock on the 18th instant by the Rev Mr. Green, William MOIR, Accountant Queenstown Bank, to Ann Rhoda Dorothy, eldest surviving daughter of Mr. Joseph THACKWRAY, Cradock. No cards.

DIED on the 22nd August, Lumby William, aged 2 years and 7 months, son of G.W. AYTON Esq of Alphaton, district of Fort Beaufort.

DIED at Somerset East on Thursday morning, the 18th inst, Mr. Job PATRICK, aged 55 years 6 weeks and 7 days, leaving a wife and a large circle of relatives and friends to deplore their loss. Mr. PATRICK was the son of one of the Salem Party.

Monday 29 August 1864

DIED August 27th 1864 at the residence of her Cousin, Daniel PENN, Beaufort-street, Grahamstown, Sarah, second daughter of William PENN of Basingstoke, Hants, aged twenty eight years and nine months, after a lingering and painful illness of three years, borne with Christian fortitude and patience.

BIRTH on the 25th instant, at Glenston, Mrs. C.H. MORGAN of a daughter.

Friday 2 September 1864

BIRTH on the 28th instant, the wife of Lieut. WOOLDRIDGE, 29th Regt, of a son

MARRIED on the 25th inst, at St.George's Cathedral, Grahamstown, by the Rev R.G. Hutt, Mr. John RICHARDS to Emily Maria Evens, second daughter of the late Mr. James JAY.

Monday 5 September 1864

MARRIED at Zwarte Rivier, Zwarte Ruggens, on Thursday the 25th August 1864, by the Rev John Wilson, Mr. Jeremiah FOXCROFT, second son of Thomas Cumberland FOXCROFT Esq of Groot Vontein, District of Uitenhage, to Elizabeth, third daughter of the late Robert KELBRICK Esq.

Friday 9 September 1864

BIRTH at Peddie on the 31st August, the wife of Sydney SMITH of a son

Monday 12 September 1864

BIRTH at Bathurst on 2nd September, Mrs. Frances McINTYRE of a daughter.
Bathurst, 2nd Sept 1864

MARRIED in St. Peter's Church Cradock on Wednesday the 7th September inst, by the Rev J. Barker, Edward S. GILFILLAN, Attorney and Notary of Cradock, to Louise, daughter of Dr. C.A. FLEMMER of Cradock.

Friday 15 September 1864

DIED at Grahamstown on September 12, of Bronchitis, Charles Allen PORTER, aged 2 years and 2 months.

Monday 19 September 1864

DIED on the 7th September 1864, James SCOBIE, aged 59 years. Deceased was a native of Perth, Scotland, and came to this colony as Master Tailor of Her Majesty's much respected 72nd Highlanders.

Friday 23 September 1864

DIED at Oxkraal, near Buffalo, Thorns, Division of Queenstown, on Friday the 16th instant, Mr. James Noah SLEE, of Bermondsey, Surrey, England; aged 43 years 10 months and 26 days; leaving a widow and 3 children to deplore their lamentable loss. Friends at a distance will please accept this notice.

DIED at Cradock on the 11th instant, Mr. Edward GARDNER, in the 78th year of his age. Deceased came to this Colony with the Salem party in 1820.

Monday 26 September 1864

BIRTH at Grahamstown on Saturday morning the 24th inst, Mrs. C. BIRKETT of a daughter

BIRTH at Port Elizabeth on Friday the 23rd inst, the wife of Mr. Geo. IMPEY Junr of a son

MARRIED at Fort Peddie on the 7th September 1864, Dr. VIX M.D, Pannmore, to Martha Cherith TAINTON, fifth daughter of the late R. TAINTON Esq.

Friday 30 September 1864

BIRTH at Amshaw, Middle Drift, on the 21st Sept, the wife of the Rev R. LAMPLOUGH of a son

BIRTH at Fort Beaufort on the 22nd instant, the wife of the Rev W SARGEANT of a daughter

MARRIED at the Wesleyan Chapel, Fort England, on Wednesday Sept 28th, by the Rev J. Chapman, Henry William HARPER to Elizabeth Maria WEBB, only daughter of the late John Henry WEBB.

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Grahamstown Journal 1864 - 4 - October to December

Monday 3 October 1864

FATAL ACCIDENT
We regret to learn that a lamentable accident on Thursday at Remhoogto, Koeberg. A young man named THERON, residing at Twenty-four Rivers, was on his way homeward from town. There were four wagons together. THERON was walking beside his oxen when one of the other wagons suddenly came alongside, the oxen of which knocked him down, and the wheels of the wagon passing over his neck, killed him on the spot.

Wednesday 5 October 1864

MARRIED at West-hill Chapel on the 3rd October by the Rev W. Impey S.G.W.M., Walter Wills SHINGLER to Elizabeth Ann CAWOOD, fourth daughter of the late Hon'ble Joseph CAWOOD Esq. No cards.

Friday 14 October 1864

DIED on the 9th inst at the residence of Mr. Charles BROWN, Queenstown, after an illness of a few days, Mr. John BRADFIELD, aged 71 years. Deeply regretted by a large circle of relatives and friends.

Monday 17 October 1864

BIRTH at Port Alfred (Kowie) on the 11th inst, the wife of Mr. W. SOUTTER of a son

Friday 21 October 1864

BIRTH at Grahamstown on the 16th instant, the wife of Mr. W. MONTGOMERY, Trompetter's Drift, of a daughter

BIRTH at King Williamstown on Monday 17th inst, Mrs. Chas. KIDD of a son

Friday 28 October 1864

DIED at Burghersdorp, October 23 1864, Ida Ellen, infant daughter of W.S. and M.W. COPELAND, aged 5 months and 25 days.

DIED on the 24th inst, Jane, wife of the late William YELLING of this city.

Monday 31 October 1864

NARROW ESCAPE OF THE REV. MR WILSHERE
The weather at Caledon, during the late rains, was more tempestuous even than in the neighbourhood of Somerset. The heavy fall of water must have been, it is thought, from the bursting of a water spout. The gardens of the village itself were at once denuded of vegetation and soil, changing he whole appearance of the place. The Rev Mr. WILSHERE, rector of Caledon, had a narrow escape from drowning. On his return from an out-station he found the Steenboks River, in which there is generally very little water, so full as to make him hesitate before attempting the passage in his cart; but on the driver assuring him that he knew the drift well, and could get through without danger, he attempted it. The horses soon commenced to swim, and the flood was so strong as to drift them rapidly down the stream. The cart was upset, and the horses, struggling to free themselves, were soon drowned. The driver swam to the shore from which they started, but Mr. WILSHERE made for the opposite one, towards home, which, after alternately swimming and hanging to bushes, he reached in safety, though his hands were much torn in the struggle. The loss altogether amounted to about £70, including the cart, money, clothing and other articles. The horses were hired, and Mr. WILSHERE at once commenced a subscription for the owner's benefit. On his arrival at the village, having been assisted by friends with change of clothing, horses &c, he found the bridge washed away, and the river rushing wildly on. – Courant

FATAL ACCIDENT ON THE UITENHAGE ROAD
The E.P. Herald gives the following:- On Monday morning as Mr. GOWIE, of Grahamstown, and some friends were driving in from Uitenhage, they met a two-horse cart and a horseman (Mr. EDYE of Uitenhage), a little beyond the half-way house, tearing along the road at a furious rate. The road at the point in question takes a sharp curve, and when Mr. GOWIE came in sight of the other cart it was only about twenty yards off. Mr. GOWIE's cart was on the proper side of the road, but seeing that the driver of the other vehicle made no attempt to change his course, Mr. GOWIE ordered his driver to turn to the left (in order to avoid a collision, which otherwise appeared inevitable), and in so doing the pole knocked Mr. EDYE off his horse, and severely injured him. He was taken to Uitenhage, and we regret to hear died yesterday, at twelve o'clock. He has left a widow and three children to mourn his untimely death. The Telegraph gives the reason why the unfortunate deceased was riding so fast. It says – A melancholy accident occurred on the road between this and Uitenhage on Monday last. Mr. J.B. EDYE, of Uitenhage, and late of this town, had been to Mrs. JAMES's half-way house on business, and there met with COOK's passenger cart. On leaving he chaffed Mr. COOK as to who should reach Uitenhage first, in consequence of which they both started off at a rapid rate, Mr. EDYE being on horseback. They had got some little distance along the road when in turning a corner a cart coming in an opposite direction ran upon Mr. EDYE, the pole striking him in the chest and knocking him completely off his horse. He was taken up all but dead and conveyed to Uitenhage, where he lingered till Thursday. The deceased was a very industrious young man and much respected, and his untimely death has cast a gloom over a large circle of friends. His funeral, which took place yesterday afternoon, was numerously and respectably attended.

Friday 4 November 1864

DIED at Melbourne, Australia on the 10th July last, Mr. Robert HART, formerly of the Commissariat Department, Cape of Good Hope.

DIED at Mount Pleasant, Lower Bushman's River, on the 26th October 1864, of ulcerated sore throat, Henrietta Louisa, eldest and beloved daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry S. DENTON, aged 4 years 9 months and 15 days.
"Suffer little children to come unto me, and forbid them not, for of such is the Kingdom of Heaven".

DIED at Capetown on the 26th Oct 1864, Andrew Geddes BAIN Esq, late Inspector of Roads at Katberg, in his 67th year.

Friday 11 November 1864

BIRTH on 28th October 1864 at Cathcart Cottage, Eland's Post, Mrs. J.C.B. BERRANGE of a son

DIED at Smithfield, Orange Free State, on Tuesday Nov 1st, Alfred Walsingham, infant son of Chas. And Annie SHEPPARD, aged 5 months and 22 days.

DIED at Burton Cottage, Whittlesea on Sunday the 6th inst, Arthur, third son of the Widow of the late T.S.M. KNIGHT, aged 4 years 7 months and 13 days. Friends will please accept this notice.

DIED suddenly from Paralysis, on the evening of the 10th Nov 1864, Wm. SARGEANT Sen, in his 78th year. Deceased was one of the Original Settlers of 1820, of the Salem Party.
Grahamstown, 11th Nov 1864.

Monday 14 November 1864

DIED on Sunday evening the 6th inst, at the residence of Mr. Alfred WEBB in this city, Mr. Charles Henry COOKE, of Assegai Bush Farm, Sidbury; only son of the late Charles COOKE Esq of Ledbury, Herefordshire, England. Deeply regretted by all who knew him.

DIED at St. John's River on Sunday 9th October 1864, Alexandra Alice, youngest daughter of Mr. F.J. HUGHES, aged one year and four months.

Friday 18 November 1864

DIED at Hellingdan Farm, district of Queenstown, on Monday 7th November 1864, Margaret Emily, aged 7 years and 4 months, the beloved daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James McGRATH. Friends at a distance will please to accept of this notice.

NARROW ESCAPE
The Queenstown Free Press says Mr. GOODCHILD narrowly escaped drowning in the Kei, between Queenstown and Whittlesea. The river was swollen, and in attempting to cross, the horse lost his footing and was washed down. Mr. G was thrown, but succeeded in reaching the opposite bank. The horse did not get out until he had been washed down some 200 yards.

Wednesday 23 November 1864

BIRTH at Fort Beaufort, Nov 19th, the wife of the Rev Edwin HILLIER, Wesleyan Minister, of a son

MARRIED on Thursday the 17th inst, at St.Mary's, Port Elizabeth, by the Rev James Seddon, assisted by the Rev Samuel Brook, Arthur Sumner DUDLEY, of Sidbury, fifth son of the Rev W.M. DUDLEY, Rector of Laverstoke and Vicar of Whitchurch, Hampshire, England, to Emma Louisa, eldest daughter of the late George ALLEN Esq, Architect, of Southwark, London. No cards.

Friday 25 November 1864

BIRTH at Tharfield, near Port Alfred, on the 18th November, Mrs. T. Holden BOWKER of a son

DIED in Grahamstown at her residence in Lawrance-street, Nov 23rd 1864, Sarah, the widow of the late James USHER Senr, aged 81 years and 9 months. For the last 30 years or upwards she has been a member of the Wesleyan Society, and there is every reason to believe that she truly "feared God and worked righteousness", and "humbly walked with God". She appeared to have no particular disease, but gradually sank beneath the weight of years. Although aged and infirm, her children and relatives will deeply feel their loss.

Friday 2 December 1864

BIRTH at Somerset East on the 23rd inst, the wife of Mr. E. CASTENS, of Pearston, of a son

DIED at Peddie on Saturday evening, 26th inst, after a long and lingering illness, Mr. John SUTTON, aged 51 years and 8 months, deeply and sincerely regretted by his widow and a large circle of relatives. The bereaved Widow through this medium begs to return her sincere thanks to those friends who so kindly assisted her, and attended her late husband during his illness, and also for their attendance at the funeral.
Peddie, Nov 29th 1864

Monday 5 December 1864

BIRTH at Oatlands on the 29th Nov, the wife of Mr. John WALKER of a son

DIED on the 5th December, Richard Percy, only son of Richard Edwin and Mary Ann RUSHBY, 23 Hill-street, Grahamstown, aged 14 months.

DIED at Grahamstown December 2nd 1864, Alfred Henry, youngest son of William and Elizabeth ROBERTS, aged three years and twenty-three days.

Friday 9 December 1864

BIRTH at Grahamstown on the 5th December, the wife of Mr. C. PURDON of a daughter

DIED at Bedford on December 4th, at the age of 2 years and 7 months, Edgar Atheling, eldest surviving son of Robert Bluett and Mary Ann Margaret ROBERSON

MARRIED at Grahamstown on the 5th December, by the Rev R Johnstone, David John HARLEY, Storekeeper, Colesberg, to Margaret LANGLANDS, late of Lochee, Scotland.

Friday 16 December 1864

MARRIED on the 14th December 1864 at St.George's Cathedral, Grahamstown. By the Rev R.S. Hutt, Albert Edward, youngest son of the late Dr. Richard William NELSON of Dublin, Ireland, to Elizabeth, youngest daughter of William WALLACE Esq of this city. No cards.

Wednesday 21 December 1864

DIED at Table Farm, December 14th 1864, Emily WHITE, daughter of the late T.C. WHITE Esq, aged 31 years.

NOTICE
The Undersigned, having determined upon closing the Agency Business, for some time carried on by him in Queenstown, forthwith begs to request that all persons who have entrusted any Papers, Notes &c to his care will make application for the same before the 31st December next, and at the same time to inform all parties indebted to him for Agency that he intends to close his accounts without delay.
George R. WEAKLEY
Queenstown, Nov 25th 1864

Friday 23 December 1864

MARRIED at Uitenhage, December 21st, by the Rev R.H. Brotherton, Mr. Jno. TEMLETT, of Grahamstown, to Hannah Coope HOBSON, fourth daughter of Mr. D. HOBSON, of Uitenhage. No cards.

BIRTH at Grahamstown on the 16th instant, the wife of John DUGMORE of a daughter
December 23 1864

DIED at Grahamstown on the 21st instant, Annie, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John DUGMORE, aged 5 days.
December 23 1864

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Grahamstown Journal 1865 - 1 - January to March

Monday 2 January 1865

DIED at his residence, Lawrance-street, on Wednesday the 21st December, Benjamin Keen WAKEFORD, aged 29 years, leaving a widow and three young children to deplore their loss.
Grahamstown, Dec 30 1864

Wednesday 4 January 1865

DIED at Grahamstown on 30th December, Stephen, ninth (and seventh surviving) son of James and Ann [COGAN], aged four days.

MARRIED on Monday the 28th November 1864 at Alexandria, by the Rev W. Smit, Mr. Antonie Michael VAN NIEKERK, Widower, to Mrs. Elizabeth McCALL, Widow.

Monday 9 January 1865

DIED at his residence, Quagga's Flat, on the 22nd December last, Jacobus Mauritz HEGERS Esq JP, aged 79 years 8 months and 19 days.

SCOTT BROTHERS
Blacksmiths, Farriers and Wagonmakers, Robinson Road, Queenstown, make and repair every description of Cart, Buggy, Carriage, Spider, Wagon &c. Repair Agricultural Implements in the most improved manner. All articles manufactured on the premises bear the maker's name and address, without which none are genuine.

HANGING PAPERS
Largest and Cheapest Assortment is a E. FISHER's Painter, Glazier and Paper Hanger, Hill-street, opposite Catholic Chapel. Mouldings for Pictures, in Gilt and Maple.

S.J. MEINTJES M.D.
Member of the Royal College of Surgeons, England. Licentiate of Midwifery. Address: Mrs. ARMSTRONG, Somerset-street, Grahamstown.

Wednesday 11 January 1865

DIED on the 9th January at Port Elizabeth, Andrew GIBSON, second surviving son of Kenneth McKenzie GIBSON, Saddler, Dundee, North Britain, aged 18 years.

Friday 13 January 1865

BIRTH on the 8th January, the wife of Mr. Charles HARPER, Victoria House, Alice, of a son.

MARRIED at Cathcart Vale, near Alice, on the 10th inst by the Rev T.J. Paterson, of Uitenhage, Jesse ALBUT Esq to Miss Louisa Matilda, eldest daughter of C.J. WAYLAND Esq, JP.
[BMD announcements for 3rd February have the groom's surname as ALBERT]

Monday 16 January 1865

BIRTH at Port Elizabeth on the 11th January 1865, Mrs. James RICHARDS of a son

DIED at Eildon on the 8th January 1865 after a short illness of twenty four hours, Walter Gordon, infant son of John and Jeanie PRINGLE, aged 8 months and 9 days.

BIRTH at Grahamstown on the 16th January 1865, the wife of Mr. Francis W.G. PENN of a son

Friday 20 January 1865

BIRTH at Middleberg on the 11th inst, Mrs. James D. COUPER of a daughter.

MARRIED on Thursday January 12th 1865 at St.George's Cathedral, Grahamstown, by the Rev R.G. Hutt, George Thomas, eldest son of Mr. George PALMER, to Sarah Helen, youngest daughter of Mr. George STEAD of Grahamstown.

DIED at Settler's Hill, Grahamstown, on the 16th January, James WILSON, aged 50, a native of Ayrshire, Scotland; gardener to the Hon. George WOOD Esq.

Monday 23 January 1865

Splendid Opportunity
Valuable Investment
Sale of Extensive and Important Property at Port Alfred
SWAN'S HOTEL
The Proprietor of this valuable Block of Property has instructed the undersigned to offer for sale, at Public Auction, on the spot, at Port Alfred, on Friday 24th February 1865, at twelve o'clock, upon very extended credit, viz. six or seven years:
The whole of those Large and Extensive Premises known as SWAN's Hotel, consisting of Several Important Buildings. 1st, the Hotel, or Main Property, contains in itself every convenience for conducting a large business. The accommodation is considerable and perfect. There are fourteen rooms, besides kitchen and wine cellar. The arrangements of the several apartments are superior, and in every way conducive to health and comfort. The whole forming one of the most compact and eligible establishments at Port Alfred. As a sea-side or marine residence it enjoys an unrivalled reputation, and is capable of being converted into one or two family dwellings. The situation is at once healthy and beautiful, commanding a fine view of the entrance to the Kowie River, and of the country for a considerable distance. 2nd, that Beautiful Little Cottage immediately above the hotel, containing three rooms and a kitchen, under slate roof, with boarded floor, and pleasantly situated for invalids visiting the sea-side.
The outbuildings are extensive; there is a Bakery and Butchery fitted up for use; Stabling &c attached, rendering the entire property very complete.
The extent of ground upon which this valuable establishment is built is over fourteen acres, a large portion of which is under cultivation, and extends almost to the river boundary. A Beautiful Garden, well planted with Trees, adds also a great charm to the view obtained from the hotel verandah; a delightful situation, well sheltered, with a commanding prospect, overlooking the wooded banks of the Kowie River for many miles, and with an equally beautiful view of the Indian Ocean. The property altogether is so thoroughly well known that the proprietor deems it almost superfluous to add further comment, simply believing that the opportunity now offered by him will be fully appreciated by intending buyers, ill-health alone constraining him to offer it to the public upon the terms so highly favourable – five, six or seven years.
Peter POTE, Auctioneer.

In the Insolvent Estate of Thos. S. FORD
Will be sold, at Port Alfred, on Friday the 24th February, at the same time and place as the sale of Mr. SWAN's hotel, the whole of the moveable effects belonging to the above Estate, consisting of various Merchandize; also two valuable Horses and other articles.
John SWAN, Sole Trustee
Peter POTE, Auctioneer
NB Farmers and others residing near the Kowie will find a capital opportunity afforded for the disposal of Stock &c at the Sale advertised by Mr. SWAN. The auctioneer is prepared to undertake any Sale on this occasion for the benefit of the Sellers.
Peter POTE

Friday 27 January 1865

Notice to Creditors
In the Insolvent Estate of Ignatius FERREIRA, formerly of Adelaide, Division of Fort Beaufort, residing in British Kaffraria, at present sojourning in Grahamstown
All Persons claiming to be Creditors in the above Estate are requested to take notice that the undersigned has been duly elected and confirmed in the appointment of Trustee in the said Estate, and that the Master has appointed the Third Meeting to be held before the Resident magistrate of Grahamstown, at his office, on Wednesday the 15th day of February next at 10 o'clock in the forenoon, for the Proof of Debts, for receiving the Trustee's Report, and for the purpose of giving directions to the said Trustee as to the management of the said Estate; and all Persons indebted to the said Estate are required to pay the same to the undersigned, or proceedings will be instituted against them.
Thomas BROOKS, Sole Trustee
F.F. & M.I., G.L. & T Company's Office
Grahamstown, 6th January 1865

Monday 30 January 1865

BIRTH at Settler's Hill, Grahamstown on the 27th instant, the wife of Mr. W.W. SMAILES of a son.

DIED in Grahamstown on the 29th Jan, Elizabeth, wife of Mr. Wm. COMLEY, in the seventy-second year of her age.
"A woman that feared the Lord"

BIRTH at Port Elizabeth on Tuesday the 17th January, Mrs. M.B. SHAW of a daughter.

Friday 3 February 1865

DIED at Queenstown on Monday 30th January 1865, James Haswell Burke, infant son of Mr. Charles B. LUCAS of Goetfontein, Orange Free State.

Notice of Dissolution of Partnership
The Partnership hitherto existing between the undersigned will be dissolved by mutual consent on the 1st day of February 1865, and all persons are requested to settle their accounts without delay; and all claims to be sent in for settlement. Accounts not settled within fourteen days will be handed to an agent for recovery.
F.A. HEPBURN
J.M. MUNRO
London Studio, January 30th 1865

MARRIED on the 18th January at New Bedford, district of Peddie, by the Rev W.J. Davies, George STIRK, second son of Jos. STIRK Esq JP, to Adelaide BRENT, eldest daughter of Jno. BRENT Esq.

BIRTHS, MARRIAGES AND DEATHS

Marriages
ALBERT – WAYLAND At Cathcart Vale, near Alice, on the 10th Jany, by the Rev T.J. Paterson, of Uitenhage, Jesse ALBERT Esq to Miss Louisa Matilda, eldest daughter of C.J. WAYLAND Esq JP.
PALMER – STEAD On Thursday Jany 12th at St.George's Cathedral, Grahamstown by the Rev Mr. Hutt, George Thomas, eldest son of Mr. George PALMER to Sarah Helen, youngest daughter of Mr. George STEAD of Grahamstown.
 
Births
COOPER – At Middleberg on the 11th Jany, Mrs. James D. COOPER of a daughter
HARPER – On the 8th Jany, the wife of Mr. Charles HARPER, Victoria House, Alice, of a son
PENN – At Grahamstown on the 6th Jany, the wife of Mr. Francis W.G. PENN of a son
RICHARDS – At Port Elizabeth on the 11th Jany, Mrs. James RICHARDS of a son
SMAILES – At Settler's Hill, Grahamstown on the 27th Jany, the wife of Mr. W.W. SMAILES of a son
SHAW – At Port Elizabeth on Tuesday 17th Jany, Mrs. M.B. SHAW of a daughter
 
Deaths
COMLEY – In Grahamstown on the 29th Jany, Elizabeth, wife of Mr. Wm. COMLEY, in the 72nd year of her age.
GIBSON – On the 9th Jany, at Port Elizabeth, Andrew GIBSON, second surviving son of Kenneth McKenzie GIBSON, saddler, Dundee, North Britain, aged 18 years.
PRINGLE – At Eildon, on the 8th Jany, after a short illness, Walter Gordon, infant son of John and Jeanie PRINGLE, aged 8 months and 9 days.
WILSON – At Settler's Hill, Grahamstown on the 16th January, James WILSON, aged 50, a native of Ayrshire, Scotland. Gardener to the Hon. George WOOD Esq.

Monday 6 February 1865

DIED at Koonapper, at the residence of his son-in-law Mr. W. DUGMORE, on the 5th February 1865, John OATES, aged 77. Deceased was one of the British Settlers of 1820, and of the Salem Party.

Friday 10 February 1865

BIRTH at Grahamstown on the 6th February 1865, the wife of Mr. J.W. ASHBURNHAM of a son.

DIED at the residence of Mr. E. CROUCH, Queenstown, on the 14th day of January 1865, after an illness of only a few days, at the age of 33 years and 7 months, Mr. Joseph GOLDING, second son of Geo. GOLDING Esq of Grahamstown. Deeply lamented by an afflicted Widow and a large circle of relatives and friends.

Monday 13 February 1865

ACCIDENT
A serious accident, says the Fort Beaufort Advocate, happened to the Rev Mr. STEGMAN of Adelaide on Saturday last as he was returning from Graaff-Reinet. The cart in which he was travelling was overturned on the west side of Schiet Rug, nearly opposite Mr. George KING's dam, by the wheel coming against the stump of an old tree. The Rev gentleman was thrown out, and had his leg broken by the tent of the cart. The little Kafir boy who was travelling with him was pitched among the horses. Fortunately Mr. STEGMAN had sufficient presence of mind to keep hold of the reins, and thus staid the horses until another cart which he had heard coming along in the distance reached the spot. Mr. Nicholas RAUBENHEIMER and his Kafir man were in this cart, and they very kindly did all they could for the poor sufferer. He was brought into Adelaide as gently as possible; but it must have been a sore ride. Medical assistance was procured immediately on his reaching home, and we are glad to know that he is progressing favourably. The kindness of friends in this affliction has been very marked – many have come from a distance to sympathize with their pastor. We wish Mr. STEGMAN a speedy recovery and a life of usefulness for many years to come.

Monday 20 February 1865

MARRIED on the 18th instant at St.George's Cathedral by the Rev R.G. Hutt, Montague Augustine, son of M.A. ARMSTRONG Esq, to Elizabeth Wortley, youngest daughter of the late James EVERLEY Esq.
Grahamstown, Feb 20th 1865

Notice – Dissolution of Partnership
The undersigned having this day dissolved, by mutual consent, the Partnership hitherto existing between them, hereby notify the same to the Public; and request that all Parties indebted to the Firm will pay their respective accounts, either to the first or second undersigned within one month from this date. And all Claims, it is also requested, against the Firm, may be sent in for immediate settlement.
Isaac SANDERSON
James GRAY
Grahamstown, 6th January 1865

Friday 24 February 1865

MARRIED on the 15th inst at St. John's Church, Fort Beaufort, by the Rev W. Johnson, Military Chaplain, John Oldham ELLIS, late Lieut. of the 96th Regt, eldest son of John ELLIS Esq of Creave House, County Down, Ireland, to Margaret Matilda, third daughter of R.J. PAINTER Esq. MLA. No cards.

MARRIED on 31st December 1864, at the office of the Registrar, Hull, Yorkshire, Edward KNIGHT of Grahamstown to Elizabeth Cranshaw SCOTT of Hull.

Monday 27 February 1865

BIRTH at Grahamstown on Saturday the 25th February, the wife of Mr. G.G. LOCKE of a daughter.

Monday 6 March 1865

BIRTH at Aliwal North, February 23rd 1865, the wife of the Rev W. ROSSITER of a daughter.

DIED at the residence of his son, on the 1st March 1865, George DUFFIELD, a native of Yorkshire, England, who came to this colony in WAINWRIGHT's Party with the British Settlers in 1820; aged 66 years and 10 months. Deceased leaves a large family to mourn their irreparable loss. Friends at a distance will please accept this notice.

Friday 10 March 1865

DIED at Briedbach Park, on the 2nd instant, aged 26 years, Elizabeth, the beloved wife of Edward A. CLIFF Esq and daughter of David Ayton LINDSAY Esq of Warminston and Lochlan in the County of Fifeshire, Scotland.

DIED on the Farm of Mr. J. GREEFF, in the division of Queenstown, on the 11th February 1865, Mary Ann Ellen MEYBURG, born HARRIS, aged 34 years and 10 months, the beloved wife of Johannes P. MEYBURG.

DIED at her residence, No.28 African-street, Grahamstown on the 6th March, Ellen, the beloved wife of William WATSON, in the 46th year of her age, leaving a husband, five children, and a large circle of relations and friends to lament their loss.

The undersigned respectfully tenders his sincere thanks to all who so kindly rendered assistance at the late fire in Church Square.
W. CANNELL
Grahamstown
10th March 1865

BIRTHS, MARRIAGES AND DEATHS

Births
ASHBURNHAM – At Grahamstown on the 5th Feb 1865, the wife of Mr. J.W. ASHBURNHAM of a son
LOCKE – At Grahamstown on Saturday the 25th Feb, the wife of Mr. G.G. LOCKE of a daughter
ROSSITER – At Aliwal North on the 23rd Feb 1865, the wife of the Rev W. ROSSITER of a daughter
 
Marriages
ARMSTRONG – EVERLEY On the 18th February 1865 at St.George's Cathedral by the Rev R.G. Hutt, Montague Augustine, son of M.A. ARMSTRONG Esq, to Elizabeth Wortley, youngest daughter of the late James EVERLEY Esq.
ELLIS – PAINTER On the 15th February 1865, at St.John's Church, Fort Beaufort, by the Rev W. Johnson, Military Chaplain, John Oldham ELLIS, late Lieut. of the 96th Regt, eldest son of John ELLIS Esq of Creeve House, County Down, Ireland, to Margaret Matilda, third daughter of R.J. PAINTER Esq. MLA.
STIRK – BRENT On the 18th January at New Bedford, district of Peddie, by the Rev W.J. Davies, George STIRK, second son of Jos. STIRK Esq JP, to Adelaide BRENT, eldest daughter of Jno. BRENT Esq.
 
Deaths
DUFFIELD – At Grahamstown, at the residence of his son, aged 66 years and 10 months, Mr. Geo. DUFFIELD, a native of Yorkshire, England. Deceased was one of the British settlers and came out to this colony in 1820.
GOLDING - At the residence of Mr. E. CROUCH, Queenstown, on the 14th day of January 1865, after an illness of only a few days, at the age of 33 years and 7 months, Mr. Joseph GOLDING, second son of Geo. GOLDING Esq of Grahamstown. Deeply lamented by an afflicted widow and a large circle of relatives and friends.
LUCAS – At Queenstown on Monday the 30th day of January 1865, James Haswell Burke, infant son of Mr. Charles B. LUCAS, of Groet Fontein, Orange Free State.
OATES – At Koonapper at the residence of his son-in-law Mr. W. DUGMORE, on the 5th Feb 1865, John OATES, aged 77. Deceased was one of the British Settlers of 1820, and of the Salem party.
MARGARET – At Vakens Kop, district of Middleburg, on the 19th February after a short illness, Amelia Margaret, aged 25 years, the beloved wife of Mr. David W. CAWOOD, and second daughter of Mr. Edmund BRADFIED of this town.

FIRE AT QUEENSTOWN
A fire occurred on the premises of Mr. John McCORD, Hotel-keeper of Queenstown, on Friday afternoon last, resulting in the destruction of three rooms in the yard of the Hotel, used as a store and sleeping rooms. From the absence of a bell or any other means of alarm, very few people were present at the commencement, but those that were exerted themselves in a very laudable manner, and after an interval of two hours the fire was subdued. The premises belong to Dr. DUNCAN, and are insured, he will therefore be the loser of at least £100.

DIED at Vakens Kop, district of Middleburg, on the 19th Feb after a short illness, Amelia Margaret, aged 25 years, the beloved wife of Mr. David W. CAWOOD, and second daughter of Mr. Edmund BRADFIED of this town. Friends at a distance will please accept this notice.
Cradock, 3rd March 1865

Monday 13 March 1865

BIRTH on the 12th instant at Oatlands, Grahamstown, Mrs. NIXDORFF of Twin Daughters, one still born.

Friday 17 March 1865

DIED on the 16th instant at Oatlands, Grahamstown, Alice, infant daughter of C. NIXDORFF Esq, aged 5 days.

DIED on the 12th March at Hondeneck, Reuben George VERITY Esq, aged 24 years and 2 days, leaving a widow and infant child. His end was peace in the Lord.

Friday 24 March 1865

MARRIED at Annshaw by the Rev R Lamplough, on the 15th inst, William Hinde GARNER of Mount Elizabeth, son of the late Rev W.H. GARNER, to Martha, daughter of Mr. Thomas ESKDALE of Warrington, England. No cards.

THE LATE MR. JACOBS
The remains of the late Sub-Inspector JACOBS were moved from the Police Camp at 4 o'clock and conveyed to their last resting place on Sunday afternoon last, followed by a number of relatives and personal friends, as well as the entire police force of the district, and a large gathering of the Volunteer Corps. The late lamented officer was much respected by all who knew him for his kindness of disposition and uprightness of character. He was present at the taking of Natal from the Dutch in 1843, and remained there during its siege by the emigrant farmers. He afterwards settled in the Tyumie and resided there until the formation of the Frontier Armed Mounted Police, which he shortly joined, remaining in that force until the day of his death, respected by his fellow officers and beloved by the men under his command. Sergt. RENNIE takes temporary command of the police post rendered vacant by the lamented death of Mr. JACOBS. – Free Press

Monday 27 March 1865

DIED at Uitenhage on Monday 20th March 1865, Robert Godlonton, only son of Mr. James RICHARDS, aged 2 months and 9 days.

DIED at Grahamstown on the 25th March, Edith Dyer, infant daughter of Daniel and Annie KEEVY; aged one year and three months.

Wednesday 29 March 1865

DIED at Port Elizabeth on the 24th inst, Mary, the beloved wife of Jas. GRADY, after a short illness. Aged 37 years and 5 months.

Friday 31 March 1865

BIRTH at Alice on the 24th instant, the wife of Mr. Wm. WRIGHT of a daughter.

MARRIED on the 28th March at St. James's Church, Graaff-Reinet, by the Rev W.A. Steabler, William KELBRICK Esq of Meitjes Kraal, Graaff-Reinet, to Jessie Usher, daughter of the late Joseph CAWOOD Esq of Grahamstown.

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Grahamstown Journal 1865 - 2 - April to June

Wednesday 5 April 1865

Mrs. COLVILL returns her sincere thanks to those kind Christian friends who showed such great respect and sympathy for the sufferings of her dear son, Elisha EVANS, as also for their kind attention in following his remains to their last resting place. He was called at very short notice, in the bloom of life, to meet his God. Peace to his soul!

DIED at Grahamstown on the 1st April, of Paralysis, Susannah, widow of the late Mr. Joseph YELLING.

Monday 10 April 1865

THE LATE MR. WOOLDRIDGE
(From our own Correspondent)
Peddie, 3rd April 1865 - The mortal remains of the late Mr. James Warwick WOOLDRIDGE, Civil Commissioner's Clerk, were removed from the residence of Mrs. TAINTON Senr on Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock, and conveyed to their last resting place, close to that of the late Mr. TAINTON Senr, in the cemetery of Peddie – followed by the Civil Commissioner and Mr. R.G. TAINTON as chief mourners (personal friends of the deceased), by the entire inhabitants of the village, several farmers, Mr. Sub-Inspector SURMON, and a number of his force. The funeral service was conducted by the Rev Jno. ALDRED, who together with the Rev Mr. CHAPMAN and Dr. MACK, medical attendant of the deceased, preceded the remains.
Deceased came to this colony with his father, who was in command of the British German Legion when they first arrived, and who, together with his mother and brothers, have left the colony. Mr. WOOLDRIDGE remained some short time in Capetown. In 1857 he entered the Civil Department, first as a temporary clerk at Government House, from whence he was appointed Clerk to the Magistrate of Peddie, and promoted to Civil Commissioner's Clerk in 1860, and on the 22nd December last he was appointed a Justice of the Peace for the district. Mr. WOOLDRIDGE likewise held the appointment of Secretary to the Divisional Council, which said appointment he has held since its first formation until the time of his demise, and in all his various offices gave general satisfaction.
The premature death of this young but promising and ever active official will be much felt in the district and in society in general, as he always took a willing and lively part in whatever tended to promote the welfare of the district, nor was he ever behind hand with his mite of contribution on all occasions.
As an official he was generally respected. His loss in the office – which he quitted on or about the 8th February last – will be much felt.

Wednesday 12 April 1865

BIRTH at Schraal Fountain, district of Phillippolis, on the 27th March 1865, the wife of J. PRIOR Esq of a son.

BIRTH at No.5 Goldswain-street, Grahamstown, on Monday April 10th 1865, the wife of Mr. Thomas HANN of a son.

DIED at Queenstown, Cape of Good Hope, on the 30th March 1865, of Consumption after a long and painful illness, Mary Ann, beloved wife of Matthew HALE, leaving a disconsolate husband and two young children to mourn their irreparable loss.

DIED at Cradock on the 4th April 1865, of Croup, Herbert Thompson, youngest son of Peter K. KNIGHT; aged 1 year and 9 months.

Friday 14 April 1865

DIED at Fort Peddie, March 30th 1865, James Warwick WOOLDRIDGE Esq JP, Clerk to the Civil Commissioner, and second son of Colonel WOOLDRIDGE, late B.G.L., of the County of Cornwall, England. His decease is deeply felt by a large circle of friends, as well as amongst the community of which he formed so useful and interesting a member.

Wednesday 26 April 1865

BIRTH on Friday the 21st inst, at Wrighton Cottage, Mrs. A.L. BENJAMIN of a son
Grahamstown, 22nd April 1865

DIED at the residence of Sir Walter CURRIE, Oatlands, Grahamstown, on the 20th April 1865, Charlotte HEDDLE, eldest daughter of the late Lieut. GARDNER, and wife of the late Lieut. HEDDLE of the Royal African Corps, in her 62nd year.

Death of an Old Settler – The Uitenhage Times records the death of Mr. William WATSON on Tuesday last. He came to this country in the well-known ship Brilliant. His age was 65 years.

Friday 28 April 1865

MARRIED in Commemoration Chapel on the 25th inst by the Rev T. Guard, William T.J. ATTWELL to Mary Elizabeth WEDDERBURN, step daughter of Mr. P. AMM of this city.

Wednesday 3 May 1865

BIRTH at Grahamstown on the 29th April, the wife of Mr. Thomas WEBB of Reit Fontein, British Kaffraria, of a son.

BIRTH at Settler's Hill, Grahamstown on Monday the 1st May, the wife of Mr. John LOCKE of a daughter.

Friday 5 May 1865

Notice to Creditors
In the Insolvent Estate of Mr. James William JAY of Committee's Drift, Hotel-keeper
All Persons claiming to be Creditors under this Estate are required to take notice that a Special Meeting of Creditors will be held before the Resident Magistrate of Grahamstown, at his Office, on Wednesday the 31st day of May 1865, at 10 o'clock precisely, for the proof of Debts.
E.P. SHINGLER, Sole Trustee
Grahamstown, 19th April 1865

Monday 8 May 1865

NOTICE
A Mr. MELLET, who advertises himself as "Supported by six different Denominations to preach the Gospel and encourage the development and practice of Christianity &c" is not, nor ever was in any way connected with any Baptist Church; and the Baptists have no knowledge of the sect which Mr. M is endeavouring to form, and which he designates "The African Christian Baptist Church". We are constrained to give this public notice because we think the honour of Christianity requires it, and because we are led to believe that Mr. M is making use of our names to advance his purposes.
Alexander HAY
R.H. BROTHERTON
Baptist Ministers
Grahamstown, May 5th 1865

Monday 15 May 1865

BIRTH at Prospect Cottage on Sunday 14th instant, Mrs. C.R. GOWIE of a daughter.

BIRTH on the 8th May, the wife of J.J.H. STONE, Solicitor of Grahamstown, of a daughter.

Friday 19 May 1865

MARRIED on Wednesday the 17th inst, in Commemoration Chapel, by the Rev T. Guard, John Herbert, youngest son of Mr. D. DINGLE, Exeter, England to Maria Hannah, only daughter of Mr. S. ROBERTS of this city. No cards.

BIRTH in Grahamstown on Wednesday evening last, the 17th inst, Mrs. John WEBB of a son.

DIED at his residence, Manley's Flat, on the 11th inst, Mr. John ROBEY, aged 46 years, leaving a widow and seven children to deplore their loss.

DIED at Annshaw on the 17th inst, John Flood, infant son of the Rev R. LAMPLOUGH.
[Cf notice for 24 May, which has child's middle name as Wood]

DIED on the 17th May 1865, Susannah, the beloved wife of E.E. WELLMAN, aged 49 years and 7 months. Deeply regretted by her sorrowing family and friends.

Monday 22 May 1865

DIED at Cradock on Wednesday the 17th May 1865, after a short illness, of Bronchitis, Mr. William DISTIN, aged 33 years.

DIED at Fort England on Saturday the 20th May 1865, Mary PRICE, relict of the late George PRICE, aged 68 years.

Wednesday 24 May 1865

BIRTH at Grahamstown on the 23rd inst, the wife of Thos. HOLLAND Esq of a daughter.

DIED at Annshaw on the 17th inst, John Wood, infant son of the Rev R. LAMPLOUGH.

Monday 29 May 1865

DIED at Frieschervacht on the 20th instant, aged 76 years, Sarah, the beloved wife of James MOORCROFT, deeply regretted by all who knew her.

Friday 2 June 1865

MARRIED at Queenstown by the Rev S.P. Naude on the 5th April 1865, Mr. Samuel BEST to Elizabeth Maria, only daughter of Mr. Robert SUSSENS of Barville Park, Lower Albany.

DIED at Grahamstown on May 31st of Putrid Sore Throat, Clement George, eldest son of Cumberland Thomas and Mary Ann HILL, aged 8 years.

DIED at his residence on Settler's Hill in Grahamstown this morning, after a lingering illness, the Rev. Henry CALDERWOOD, who for many years was Civil Commissioner and Resident Magistrate of the division of Victoria.
Grahamstown, 1st June 1865.

Wednesday 7 June 1865

DIED at Queenstown on Friday 2nd June, at the residence of his uncle, J. WEAKLEY Esq, James Frederick Gifford, eldest son of the late James William JAY, and grandson of Mrs. Thomas STYLE, of Bathurst-street, aged 5 years and 9 months.

DIED at Port Elizabeth on Sunday the 4th instant, Sarah Jane, the beloved wife of James RICHARDS, aged 27 years – deeply regretted, and leaving a husband and four daughters to mourn their irreparable loss.

Friday 9 June 1865

MARRIED on the 31st May 1865, by the Rev John Boon, Mr. James McCARTHY, resident Surgeon at the Katberg, to Victoria Frederica, youngest daughter of the late Mr. Andrew Geddes BAIN.

Wednesday 14 June 1865

DIED on the 10th January 1865, soon after his arrival at the Great Salt Lake City, North America, James CAMPBELL, Carpenter and Builder, late of Adelaide, aged 42 years.

DIED at Grahamstown at the residence of his daughter, on the 11th June 1865, Timothy DEVINE, aged 80 years, a native of Thurles, Ireland. Deceased was one of the British Settlers of 1820.

DIED this morning, June 14th, Charles Christopher Du Barry, beloved son of John and Elizabeth WEDDERBURN. Aged 9 years and 9 months. Friends at a distance will please accept this notice.

Monday 19 June 1865

DIED at Spring Vale near Sidbury on Wednesday evening, the 14th June 1865, Joseph Edward WILMOT, Justice of the Peace, aged 76 years and 29 days. Deceased came to this colony with the Salem Party in 1820. His end was peace. He leaves three sons to mourn his death.

DIED at Kaal Hoek, May 27th, Sarah Elizabeth Ann CUTTER, aged 8 years and 11 months.
DIED at Fort Beaufort on the 9th instant, William Ishmael CUTTER, aged 4 years and 6 months.
They were lovely in their lives
And in death they were not divided.

Wednesday 21 June 1865

DIED at Rookwood on Saturday the 10th June 1865, Mary FILMER, relict of the late John FILMER, aged 74 years and 8 months. Deceased was a settler of 1820. She was beloved and respected by all who knew her, and deeply lamented by her bereaved family.

Friday 23 June 1865

BIRTH at the Fingo Location, Grahamstown, this morning, Friday June 23rd, the wife of Mr. H. WHITEHORN of a son.

DIED on Thursday the 22nd inst at the residence of Mr. H. PEACH, Hill-street, John Hugh McDONALD, son of John and Catherine McDONALD of this city. Aged 19 years and three days.
The funeral will move from Peach's Hotel at 3 o'clock tomorrow, the 24th instant. Friends of the deceased are respectfully invited to attend.

DIED at Klass Smits River, near Queenstown, of liver complaint, Thos. VERRALL, Carpenter, late of Somerset East. His end was peace.

DIED at Grahamstown this morning (Friday 23rd June) in the 53rd year of her age, Sophia Elizabeth, wife of Mr. Leonard DEWBERRY.

Monday 26 June 1865

DIED on Thursday the 22nd inst at the residence of Mr. H. PEACH, Hill-street, John Hugh McDONALD, son of John and Catherine McDONALD of this city. Aged 19 years and three days. He was a true friend, and the loss of him is deeply regretted by all who knew him.
"Nip't by the wind's unkindly blast,
Parch'd by the sun's director ray,
The momentary glories waste,
The short-lived beauties die away."

Wednesday 28 June 1865

BIRTH at Smithfield, Orange Free State, at the residence of Mr. Jeremiah HONEY, on the 28th May 1865, the wife of Mr. John F. HONEY of a son.

DIED at Smithfield, Orange Free State, at the residence of Mr. Jeremiah HONEY, on the 14th instant, George Robert Foxcroft, the beloved son of John F. and Ellen HONEY. Aged 3 years, 3 months and 27 days.

Friday 30 June 1865

BIRTH on the 29th inst, the wife of Mr. R. E. RUSHBY of a daughter.

GEARD & HOCKEY
Beg to return their thanks to the public for the kind and liberal support they have received, and hereby notify that the Partnership hitherto existing between them has been this day dissolved by mutual consent; and that the business will for the future be carried on by the second undersigned, to whom all the debts due to the late firm are requested to be paid forthwith.
John GEARD
William HOCKEY
Grahamstown, June 30th 1865
At the same time W.H. would take this opportunity of intimating to the public his intention of endeavouring to merit a continuation of the liberal support hitherto received, not by making a noise as the manner of some is, but by a renewed determination to supply the best articles at the most reasonable rates, so that both in quality and price the confidence of his numerous friends may remain unshaken.
Bathurst-street
Wholesale and Retail Store

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Grahamstown Journal 1865 - 3 - July to September

Monday 3 July 1865

DIED at Grahamstown on Wednesday June 28th 1865, Frank Joseph, youngest son of J.W. and M.A. WILLIAMS

Friday 7 July 1865

BIRTH on the 2nd July at Oatlands, Grahamstown, the wife of Lieut. C.H. MARILLIER, Cape Mounted Riflemen, of a son.

BIRTH this afternoon, Mrs. Jos. GREEN of a son
Grahamstown 5th July 1865

MARRIED at St.George's Cathedral on the 5th July 1865 by the Rev R.G. Hutt, George, eldest son of Mr. Charles SLATER, of Eden Grove, to Jessie, eldest daughter of Mr. J. EVENS, Oatlands. No cards

MARRIED at Pavet, Queenstown District, on Friday 23rd June 1865, by the Rev W. Murray, Mr. Thomas PRICE, third son of the late Geo. PRICE Esq, to Miss Jane HOUSE, third daughter of the late Mr. Thomas HOUSE of London, and niece of James ARNOLD Esq, FC. No cards.

DIED at Fort Beaufort, Richard JEANES, aged 13 months, second son of John JEANES Jun, late of this city.
2nd July 1865

DIED of Apoplexy in the forenoon of Saturday 1st July, Henry CRUMP Esq, at the early age of 38 years.

Wednesday 12 July 1865

DIED at Hounslow at the residence of Mr. W. HYDE, Ann LEE, widow of the late Fredk. LEE, in the 53rd year of her age. Deeply lamented by her immediate relations and friends.

DIED at Grahamstown on Thursday 6 July 1865, Mrs. G. ORSMOND, aged 41 years and 11 months. Friends at a distance will please accept this notice.

Friday 14 July 1865

BIRTH at Grahamstown on Sunday the 9th inst, Mrs. F.J. MILLS of a son.

BIRTH at Grahamstown, July 13th, the wife of T.F. HILL of a daughter

DIED at his residence, after an illness of three weeks borne with Christian fortitude, John Allen Ballentyne, aged 21 years, eldest son of Mr. James Benjamin SIMMONS, Field-cornet. Deeply regretted by a numerous circle of friends.
Yellowwoods
British Kaffraria, near Alice
8th July 1865

Monday 17 July 1865

MARRIED at Grahamstown on the 11th inst, in the Baptist Chapel, Hill-street by the Rev Alexander Hay, Richard, the eldest son of Job HARVEY Esq, Landrost of Smithfield, to Emma, the second daughter of Mr. C. ORSMOND of this city. No cards.

DIED at Grahamstown on the 13th July, after an illness of only two days, Frederick George, the beloved son of Jas. and Ann COGAN; aged 5 years 10 months and 8 days.

Wednesday 19 July 1865

BIRTH at Morley Mission Station on the 26th May 1865, the wife of the Rev R.B. RAYNER of a daughter.

DIED of Paralysis on the 17th inst, Mr. Gregory WILLMORE (late Commissariat Storekeeper, Grahamstown) after lingering six days, unable to speak, if conscious, he departed this life leaving a disconsolate widow and eleven children, also a large circle of friends by whom he was greatly esteemed, to mourn his unexpected removal at the age of 57 years and 8 months.
July 19th 1865

Friday 21 July 1865

BIRTH on Tuesday the 18th instant, at Fair View House, West Hill, Mrs. Joseph GADD of a daughter.

DIED on the 12th July 1865, at Grasslands, at the residence of H. OGILVIE Esq, Frederick William CARLISLE Esq of Belmont, second son of the late John CARLISLE Esq. Aged 28 years and 11 months.

Wednesday 26 July 1865

Notice to Creditors
In the Insolvent Estate of William COWIE of Alexandria
All persons claiming to be Creditors under this Estate are required to take notice that the Undersigned have been duly elected to and confirmed in the appointment of Joint Trustees of the said Estate; and that the Master has appointed the Third Meeting to be held before the Resident Magistrate of Port Elizabeth, at his Office, on Wednesday the 16th August 1865 at 10 o'clock in the forenoon, for the proof of Debts, for receiving the Trustees' Report and also for the purpose of giving directions to the said Trustees as to the management of the said Estate; and all persons indebted to the said Estate are required to pay the same to the Undersigned on or before the 1st September next, or proceedings will be instituted against them.
H.B. CHRISTIAN
W.T. KINGSMILL
Joint Trustees

BIRTH at Grahamstown on the 24th inst, the wife of Assis. Com. General STANDEN of a daughter.

In the Assigned Estate of John ORSMOND of Grahamstown, Wagonmaker
Notice to Creditors
All Persons having Claims on the above Estate are requested to file them with the Assignees on or before the Eighth Day of August 1865, at the Office of the first undersigned, in Church-square in Grahamstown.
Thos. H. PARKER
John TEMLETT
Assignees
Grahamstown, 18th July 1865.

Friday 28 July 1865

MARRIED on the 15th inst at Tarkastad, district of Cradock, by the Rev J.G.S. DeVilliers, Adolph Constantin BREUER Esq, of Hendeneck, to Elizabeth Wilberfoss STOW, second daughter of the late George STOW Esq of Nuneaton, Warwickshire. No cards.

MARRIED in the Wesleyan Chapel at Annshaw, on the 19th inst, by the Rev Robert Lamplough, Frederick Parker (son of the late Rev F.P. GLADWIN) to Margaret Elizabeth, eldest daughter of the late Rev W.H. GARNER. No cards.

Friday 4 August 1865

DIED on the 28th July at his son's residence, Ever Green, Chumie, Mr. A. CAIRNS, in his 78th year. His last affliction was long and trying, but was borne with Christian patience. Full of years, deeply and widely esteemed, this good and faithful servant fell asleep in Jesus. Deceased came to this colony with MOODIE's Party. Friends at a distance will accept of this intimation.

Friday 11 August 1865

DIED at Haas Fontein on Tuesday August 1st 1865, Mrs. Christian Albreck HESSELMAN. Aged 59 years and 8 months, leaving a wife and large family to mourn their irreparable loss.

Friday 18 August 1865

Divisional Council of Albany
Notice is hereby given that Messrs. E.J. and G. WILMOT, owners of one third of the Farm "Joubert's Kraal", and Messrs. T. and O.T. GOOSEN, joint proprietors of the Farm "Kalmoes Fontein", having applied under the 72nd Section of the Land Beacon's Act for fresh grants of their respective properties, upon amended diagrams, the several proprietors adjoining these farms, if satisfied with the Beacons thereof, are requested to signify their consent to the undersigned on or before Thursday the 7th September next.
J. CALDER, Secretary
Divisional Council Office, Grahamstown
August 12, 1865

Friday 25 August 1865

BIRTH at Government House, Grahamstown on Thursday the 24th August, Lady DOUGLAS of a daughter.

Monday 28 August 1865

BIRTH at Oatlands this morning, Mrs. J.P. COLLYER of a daughter
Grahamstown, Aug 25 1865

DIED at Somerset East on the 25th August 1865, Helen Maria, wife of Hougham HUDSON Esq, Civil Commissioner and Resident Magistrate of Albany, aged 38 years.

Monday 4 September 1865

BIRTH on Sunday the 3rd inst, at Westbourne House, West-hill, the wife of Mr. J. Bowers JANION of a son.

BIRTH at Grahamstown on the 31st August, the wife of Mr. A.R. GOOCH of a daughter.

DIED from a third paralytic stroke, Stephen, fourth son of Mr. John ANTHEINE Senr, at St.Helier's, Jersey, aged 44 years and 21 days. Friends will please accept this.

DIED at Queenstown on the 24th August, aged 27 years, Sarah Mortimer, the beloved wife of Mr. Daniel BRADFIELD, and eldest daughter of Mr. E.M. TURVEY, late of Table Farm. Deeply lamented by a large circle of friends, leaving a disconsolate husband and six children to mourn their irreparable loss. Her end was peace. Friends at a distance will please accept this notice.

Wednesday 6 September 1865

BIRTH at Glen Brook, district of Queenstown, on the 16th August, the wife of Mr. W. JACKINS of a son.

Monday 11 September 1865

BIRTH at Mount Pleasant, Lower Bushman's River, on the 8th September 1865, Mrs. H.S. DENTON of a son.

Wednesday 13 September 1865

MELANCHOLY OCCURRENCE
A correspondent at Worcester writes on the 2nd instant: "Last night a sad accident happened at Newman Villa, the residence of Mr. J.D. LINDSAY JP. After the family and servants had retired to rest, Mrs. HICKEY remained up to make a cup of coffee for a friend, during which time her clothes must have taken fire unperceived, and must have been burning slowly for at least a quarter of an hour; and alas! detected too late, for the startling discovery made her rush instantly from the place where she was sitting, when the fire was fanned into an inextinguishable flame, till almost every particle of clothing she had on was burnt on her body, and in about five minutes afterwards she expired. Up to the moment of her death she was perfectly conscious". Advertiser & Mail.

BUSINESS NOTICES

J.W. ABBOTT
Builder & Undertaker, 17 Somerset-st Grahamstown

ACADEMY
Conducted now in Trinity Church School Room by Mr. TUDHOPE. The Course of Instruction includes all those branches necessary to qualify Lads for the intelligent discharge of the Duties of Life. For particulars send for Circular.

M.B. BEEVOR
Attorney of the Supreme and Circuit Courts, Notary Public and General Agent, Aliwal North

Mr. J. THORNHILL COOK
Architect and Government Land Surveyor. Generally in town on Monday, at his Office, Beaufort-street, Grahamstown.

MRS. E. CALDECOTT
Grocery Establishment, Queen-street, Port Elizabeth. Caldecott's celebrated snuff always on hand.

W. CAMPBELL
Enrolled Agent of the Magistrate's Court, Auctioneer and General Agent, Alexandria. Estates administered; Insolvent Schedules drawn out, and Proof of Debts framed; Accounts collected and proceeds remitted immediately on receipt; Wills, Memorials, Leases and other documents correctly prepared.

G.T. CARRINGTON
Wholesale and Retail Store, Dealer in Wines and Spirituous Liquors, 47 and 48 Cathcart-street, King Williamstown.

G.S. DARTER
Pianoforte and Music Warehouse, Main-street, Port Elizabeth, has always on hand Pianofortes and Harmoniums, by the best London and Continental Makers; also Violins, Flutinas, Guitars, Cornopeans and Concertinas &c of the best make and tone. New Music by each mail Steamer. Pianos, Harmoniums and other description of Musical Instruments Tuned, Repaired and Regulated. Country orders punctually attended to.

ALEXANDER ERSKINE
Stone Cutter &c begs to acquaint the Inhabitants of Grahamstown and surrounding districts that he has now received a supply of Tomb Stones, which he will be happy to furnish, lettered in the first style, on the shortest notice, on reasonable terms. Stones carefully cased and forwarded. Orders received by Samuel McARTHUR, Builder, Grahamstown.
Queen-st, Port Elizabeth, Jan'y 1865.

W.A. FLETCHER
Pastry Cook, Confectioner and General Dealer, 81 High-street, Grahamstown. Confectionary, Groceries, Oilman's Stores, Fine Flour &c always on hand, and being imported by him direct, are for sale at reasonable current rates, either Wholesale or Retail.
Wedding Cakes &c made to order.
Bread &c sent round daily by Cart.

R. FINLAY
Auctioneer &c, Law and General Agent, Smithfield, Orange Free State.

C. FULLER
No.7 Market-square, Grahamstown. General Agent and Collector.

JAMES M. GIBSON
Saddler and Harness Maker, High-street, Grahamstown. All goods imported direct. Ladies' and Gentlemen's Saddles made to order, at reasonable rates; best quality; lowest prices.

JOSEPH GREEN
Bread and Biscuit Maker and Confectioner, Beaufort-street, Grahamstown. Groceries of all descriptions.

T.M. HARROD
Wagon and Cart Builder, Market Square, Adelaide. Repairs to Wagons, Carts &c done upon the shortest notice. Horses shod &c.

CHARLES LEVEY
Enrolled Agent in the Magistrate's Court, Alice, General Agent. Memorials, Leases and other documents carefully prepared; Accounts Collects and Proceeds Remitted immediately on receipt.

FRANCIS LLOYD
Shipping and Forwarding Agent, Main-street, Port Elizabeth.

A. McGILEWIE
Waterloo House, Fort Beaufort. Wanted to Purchase, Grease Wool, Wheat, Mealies and Timber, of good quality, at fair market prices.

NEW HOTEL
The Travellers' Rest, Kowie Road, Bathurst by W. FINN.

A.J. RANDELL
Late RANDELL BROTHERS, Carriage Builders, Smith-street and Market-square, King Williamstown. Manufacturers of the Albany and Kaffrarian Prize Spiders.

A. and H. RIDLEY
Watchmakers & Jewellers, Cathcart Road, Queenstown. A large and choice selection of Jewellery and Watches always on hand. Every kind of work sent by post.

G.A. ROSE
Collector and General Agent, Queenstown. Accounts collected and Agency transacted with every possible dispatch. Proceeds remitted immediately upon receipt.

F.M. SCHULZ
Bloemfontein. Good Accommodation for Travellers, Forage for Horses. Best Wines, Ale and Spirits always on hand. NB A Billiard Table on the premises.

SCOTT BROTHERS
Blacksmiths, Farriers and Wagonmakers, Robinson Road, Queenstown, make and repair every description of Cart, Buggy, Carriage, Spider, Wagon &c. Repair Agricultural Implements in the most improved manner. All articles manufactured on the premises bear the Maker's name and address, without which none are genuine.

MR. J.F. SHEPPERSON
Shipping, Landing and General Agent &c, Port Alfred.

M.E. SMIT
Transfer and General Agent, Enrolled Agent of the Magistrate's Court and Sworn Government Appraiser, Seymour, Stockenstrom.

Monday 18 September 1865

BIRTH on the 17th instant, the lady of Colonel HAMILTON R.E. of a daughter.

Wednesday 20 September 1865

BIRTH on the 20th instant, the wife of Mr. Wm. WEBB of a daughter.

Friday 22 September 1865

The Funeral of the late Mr. E.T. TAYLOR will move from his residence in Church-square tomorrow afternoon at three o'clock precisely. Friends of the deceased are respectfully invited to attend.

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