Margaret Mason Miller

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• Religion: Bathurst Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Presbyterian
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• Census-Household Member: 1851, Bathurst Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Canada
• Residence: Between 1851 and 1885, Bathurst Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; 3rd line of Bathurst
• Census-Household Member: 1861, Bathurst Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Canada
• Census-Household Member: 1871, Bathurst Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Canada
• Residence: Between 1883 and 1917, Fallbrook, Bathurst Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Concession 11 Lot 18 (also Lots 16 and 17)Family home
• Census-Wife of Head: 1891, Bathurst Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Canada
• Religion-Member: 1891, Bathurst Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Free Church - Presbyterian
• Census: 1901, Bathurst Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Canada
• Occupation: 1901, Bathurst Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Census-Household Member: 1911, Fallbrook, Bathurst Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Canada

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At the family residence in the township of Bathurst, near Fallbrook, the death occurred on saturday, June 2nd, of Margaret Mason Miller, relict of the late William Blair, after an illness for eight months with cancer of the stomach, Margaret Mason Miller, daughter of the late Mr and Mrs George Miller, was born 67 years ago on the 3rd line, township of Bathurst, on the homestead now occupied by Mr. George Miller. Her mather's name was Helen Mason; Robert and Andrew, deceased,m and George on homestead were brothers; Mrs W.M. Gibson, Lacombe; Mrs Ritchie and Miss Miller, decesed, and Miss Catherine Miller, Perth, were sisters.

About forty-five years ago Mr. and Mrs. Blair wer marrried and settled down on the 3rd line of Bathurst. Thirty-two years ago they moved to the present familyl home on the banks of the Fall River, one mile from the village of Fallbrook. There were six sons and daughters - Mrs D.A. Fisher, Harper; Mrs. John Korry, 3rd line, Bathurst' Gertrude and John at home; Arthur, Dominion Land Surveyor in the West and William G., now a medical Captain with the Canadian Expeditionary Forces in France.

Mrs. Blair was a member of the Presbyterian church at Balderson in the parsonage of Rev. J.G. Greig, and followed consistently in her daily life the Christian principles which she avowed. She was a faithful wife and mother, and had a supreme devotion for her family, and was ever ready to do good.

The funeral took place on Tuesday, June 5th, from Fallbrook to Elmwood cemetery, Perth, where interment was made. Rev. J.G. Greig conducted teh religious services at the house. The pallbearers were John Korry, Fred Fisher, Norman Miller, George Miller, James Anderson and Robert Innes. The funeral was largely attended and there were many floral offerings.

The Perth Courier
Perth, Ontario, Canada
June 15, 1917, pg 7.

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Death of Mrs. W. Blair

Margaret Mason Miller, relict of the late William Blair, died at the family residence in the township of Bathurst, near Fallbrook, on Saturday, June 2nd. She had been ill eight months with cancer of the stomach.

The funeral took place on Tuesday, June 5th, from Fallbrook to Elmwood Cemetery, Perth, where remains were interred. Rev. J. G. Greig, Presbyterian minister of Balderson, conducted the religious services at the house. The pallbearers were John Korry, Fred Fisher, Norman Miller, George Miller, James Anderson, and Robert Innes. The funeral was largely attended and there were many floral offerings.

Margaret Mason Miller, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. George Miller, was born 67 years ago on the 3rd line township of Bathurst on the homestead now occupied by Mr. George Miller. Her mother's maiden name was Helen Mason. Robert and Andrew, deceased, and George on the homestead were brothers; Mrs W. M. Gibson, Lecombe (Lacombe, AB); Mrs Ritchie and Miss Miller deceased, and Miss Catherine Miller, Perth, were sisters.

About forty-five years ago Mr. and Mrs. Blair were married and settled down on the 3rd line of Bathurst. 32 years ago they moved to the present family home on the banks of the Fall River, one mile from the village of Fallbrook.

There were six sons and daughters - Mrs. D.A. Fisher, Harper; Mrs John Korry, 3rd line Bathurst; Gertrude and John at home; Arthur, Dominion Land Surveyor in the West, and William G., now a medical Captain with the Canadian Expeditionary Forces in France.

Mrs. Blair was a member of the Presbyterian Church at Balderson in the pastorate of Rev. J.G. Greig, and followed consistently in her daily life the Christian principles whch she avowed. Her nature was of that gentle type that bends most easily to acts of kindness and love. Her supreme devotion was to her family, whose course in life she directed and prayed for that their individual lives might be brought in relationship with the highest and best. In this way she represented Canada's noblest womanhood - the womanhood that gives to the nation and to our social order the best elements of citizenship, She supported heartily all measures for good that came that came within her reach and this readiness to do good won her many lasting friends. In the passing of Mrs. Blair there are sons and daughters, friends and acquaintances, that mourn the loss of a true friend and a good woman.


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Rev. J. G. Greig, Presbyterian Minister conducted the service.

Margaret married William Henry Blair on 19 Apr 1872 in Bathurst Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada. William (son of John Blair, Sr. and Margaret Truelove) was born about 1844 in Bathurst Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; died on 25 Jul 1900 in Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; was buried in Elmwood Cemetery, Perth, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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• FamilySearch ID: SYRS-WF5
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• Residence-Occupant: Between 1883 and 1917, Fallbrook, Bathurst Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Concession 11 Lot 18 (also Lots 16 and 17)Family home
• Census-Household Member: 1891, Bathurst Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Canada
• Religion-Member: 1891, Bathurst Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Free Church - Presbyterian
• Census-Wife of Head: 1921, Bathurst Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Canada

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Margaret married Donald Alfred Fisher on 2 Mar 1898 in Balderson Presbyterian Church, Balderson, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada. Donald (son of Donald M. Fisher and Margaret J. Rae) was born on 26 Aug 1874 in Bathurst Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; died on 22 Jan 1945 in Balderson, Bathurst Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; was buried in Elmwood Cemetery, Perth, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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• FindaGrave Memorial ID: 46754943
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• Residence-Occupant: Between 1883 and 1917, Fallbrook, Bathurst Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Concession 11 Lot 18 (also Lots 16 and 17)Family home
• Census-Household Member: 1891, Bathurst Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Canada
• Religion-Member: 1891, Bathurst Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Free Church - Presbyterian
• Census-Household Member: 1901, Bathurst Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Canada
• Census: 1911, Fallbrook, Bathurst Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Canada
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John married Mary Emma Allan on 1 Jan 1907 in Scotch Line, Burgess North Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada. Mary (daughter of Robert Allan and Christina Fisher) was born on 10 Apr 1881 in Burgess North Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; died on 20 Sep 1953 in Fallbrook, Bathurst Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; was buried in Elmwood Cemetery, Perth, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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• Residence-Occupant: Between 1883 and 1917, Fallbrook, Bathurst Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Concession 11 Lot 18 (also Lots 16 and 17)Family home
• Census-Household Member: 1891, Bathurst Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Canada
• Religion-Member: 1891, Bathurst Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Free Church - Presbyterian
• Census-Household Member: 1901, Bathurst Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Canada
• Census-Household Member: 1911, Fallbrook, Bathurst Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Canada
• Residence: 25 Dec 1911, Bathurst Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; 11th Concession when married
• Census-Wife of Head: 1921, Bathurst Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Canada

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Jean married John Gamble Korry on 25 Dec 1911 in Fallbrook, Bathurst Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada. John (son of George Korry and Margaret Jane Gamble) was born on 16 Jan 1885 in Bathurst Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; died on 9 Jun 1965 in Bathurst Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; was buried in Elmwood Cemetery, Perth, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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• Residence-Occupant: Between 1883 and 1917, Fallbrook, Bathurst Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Concession 11 Lot 18 (also Lots 16 and 17)Family home
• Census-Household Member: 1891, Bathurst Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Canada
• Religion-Member: 1891, Bathurst Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Free Church - Presbyterian
• Census-Household Member: 1901, Bathurst Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Canada

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• Residence-Occupant: Between 1883 and 1917, Fallbrook, Bathurst Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Concession 11 Lot 18 (also Lots 16 and 17)Family home
• Census-Household Member: 1891, Bathurst Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Canada
• Religion-Member: 1891, Bathurst Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Free Church - Presbyterian
• Census-Household Member: 1901, Bathurst Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Canada
• Census-Household Member: 1911, Fallbrook, Bathurst Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Canada
• Occupation: 1920, Perth, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Physician and Surgeon
• Census: 1921, Perth, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Canada; Address:
  North St.
  Perth, Ontario
  Canada
• Occupation: Feb 1922, Lanark & Renfrew Counties, Ontario, Canada; Medical officer Pembroke company of the 42nd battalion
• Occupation: 1945, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Elected Member of Parliament
• Residence: 1945, Perth, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; 17 Gore Street
• Occupation: 1949, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Re-elected Member of Parliament
• Occupation: 1953, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Re-elected Member of Parliament
• Occupation: 1957, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Re-elected Member of Parliament

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?b?William Gourley Blair?/b? (January 13, 1890 in Bathurst Township, Ontario ? June 16, 1957) was a politician and physician. He was elected to the Canadian House of Commons in the 1945 election as a Member of the Progressive Conservative Party to represent the riding of Lanark. He was re-elected in 1949, 1953 and in 1957. He was appointed to the Joint Committee on Federal District Commission and Joint Committee on Old Age Security. Prior to his federal political experience, he was a captain in the Royal Canadian Army Medical Corps between 1916 and 1919.
Progressive Conservative Party of Canada Member of the Parliament of Canada

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PERTH, Ont., June 16 Of). Dr. William G. -Blair, 67, Progressive Conservative who retained his Lanark seat in the June 10 general election died today.

The Morning News
Wilmington, Delaware
17 Jun 1957, Mon ? Page 20
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Dr. W.G. Blair Laid to Rest in Elmwood Cemetery, Perth?/b?
Deep regret was evidenced in Perth and District early Sunday afternoon when it became known that Dr. William G. Blair, 67, had passed away suddenly at his home. The Doctor had been in his usual good health, and had conversed with a number of citizens on the street, who were extremely shocked at his sudden passing.

Canada as a nation, together with the Lanark County and Ottawa Valley citizens, deeply mourns an outstanding citizen.

Dr. Blair was conservative member for Lanark County since 1945, and his party's official spokesman in the Commons on general health matters. His death reduces the Conservative membership in the 265-seat commons to 109. The Liberals have 104. CCF 25 and Social Credit 19 seats.

Dr Blair was re-elected last week with an overwhelming majority over the Liberal candidate Peter Burchell.

Dr. Blair was particularly active in the campaign, speaking in all parts of the Ottawa Valley and particularly in Ottawa.

?b?Mentioned for Cabinet?/b?
Had Dr. Blair lived there was every possibility that he would have been appointed to a cabinent post - possibly that of Public Health and Welfare.

His death will open the Lanark constituency and necessitates a by-election. This is the second by-election which will have to be held, the election in Wellington South having been called off due to the death of Henry Albert Hocking, former Liberal member for the riding, and one of the candidates in the June 10 election.

Dr. Blair was one of the most diligent members of Parliament during his political career. In 1951 he was the only one of his party who qualified for the Kingston Whig-Standard Fund for the Provision of Gold Stars for Diligent Members of Parliament.

Dr. Blair was among the six, of the 252 members, who voted in every one of the 29 recorded divisions between January 30th and June 30th in 1951, and qualified for a kudo by virtue of his consistent attendance to Commons business. He was noted for his punctuality in his professional, political and private life. for a number of years he donated prizes to pupils of the Perth Collegiate Institute for their perfect attendance at school.

Dr. Blair first entered Parliament in 1945 when he defeated the Liberal candidate of Lanark County, Bert Soper of Smiths Falls. Yesterday afternoon, hundreds of messages of sympathy were received by the family from friends and members of Parliament.

?b?Born in Bathurst Township?/b?
He was born in Bathurst Township near Fallbrook, 12 miles north of here in 1890, the son of the late Wm. Blair and Margaret Miller, both of Scottish descent. He received his education at the rural school at Fallbrook, Perth Collegiate, and attended Queen's University as a medical student.

He graduated from Queen's with the degree of MDCM and went overseas as a captain in the Army Medical Corps. He served in England and France with the 7th Field Ambulance and was medical officer with the Strathcona Horse regiment for some time.

On his return from overseas he took a post graduate course in New York and returned to Perth and established a practice.

Dr. Blair was past president and charter member of the Canadian Legion, BESL, and served in the militia as a lieutenant colonel. He served on the Perth Fair Board and was a member of the Perth Board of Education for 22 years. A member of the Masonic and Orange Lodges, he was also a member of the Perth Canadian Club.

He served on the Lanark County Conservative executive since 1920. He was keenly interested in the problems of soldiers. He was on the Soldiers' Aid Commission for Ontario.

For several years he was Medical Health Officer for Perth, Bathurst, Drummond and North Elmsley townships and the Lanark County Home.

Dr. Blair was a keen and active sportsman. He served on many hockey and baseball executives, and particularly in the years of the late 30's when the Perth Blue Wing Junior Hockey team were keeping the town of Perth to the forefront in the hockey world, did he take an active part in the progress of the club.

Fishing and hunting were two outdoor sports, which the Doctor took time out from his busy career, to enjoy.

?b?Prime Minister's Tribute?/b?
He married the former Grace Moore of Seeley's Bay, who in World War I spent three years in France as a nursing sister and holds the Royal Red Cross decoration.

Besides his wife he is survived by one son, Dr. Arthur Blair of Ottawa and one daughter, Mrs Erik Spicer (Helen) of Ottawa, and five grandchildren.

The late Dr. Blair was a member of St. Andrw's Presbyterian Church, Perth.

"I am deeply shocked by the sudden passing of my long time friend and wise counsellor to the Conservative Party", Conservative Leader John Diefenbaker said in Ottawa.
"It was only Saturday that I saw him and I expected to be in touch with him in a day or so, so that an opportunity for even greater public service could have been available to him.
"Obviously I could say no more at this time, he said when asked by a reporter to elaborate.

He said Dr. Blair's contribution to Parliament, "in particular in connection with social security and health matters" was in keeping with the higherst tragent members of Parliament.?b?

The Funeral?/b?
The death of Dr. W.G. Blair, who was buried in Elmwood Cemetery Wednesday afternoon, came as a great shock to everyone. The body lay in state in St. Andrew's Presbyterian church, Perth, founded in 1817.

Many dignitaries including the Prime Minister and Mr and Mrs George Drew came up from Ottawa to pay a last tribute to Dr. Blair. The Prime Minister looked very tired and returned to Ottawa immediately after the funeral.

Representing the Liberal Party were Mr. P. Burchell and Mr. Earl Darou, Perth.

Rev. R.B. Milroy and Rev. Dr. W.R. Alp conducted the funeral service, with Rev. Milroy opening the service with a prayer, "God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble, then cast thy burden on the Lord and He shall sustain thee." This was followed by Psalm 109, "To the Hills," an old favourite of the late Dr. Blair, which refers to his Scottish heritage.

Rev. Dr. Alp gave a prayer, followed by Psalm 91, with scripture readings and prayers by Rev. Milroy.

In a few well-chosen words, Rev. Milroy said William Gourley Blair was a devoted father and husband and a well-beloved physician. He went on to give the following epitaph:
Who feels no thought within him rise,
At some beloved physician's name,
Which fills with brimming tears the eyes,
And wakens memory's warmest claim?
In tenderest hours of life and death,
That healing friend is by our side,
Perhaps the last to catch our breath
And whisper, "Jesus died."

Rev. Milroy concluded by saying that Dr. Blair was a courageous soldier under orders, a lover of men, young, mature and old, and a friend of children. All of those qualified him as a servant of the people, a legislator and a man his country could ill-afford to lose.

Following the address, the Hymn, "Abide With Me," was sung by the choir.

On leaving the church, a guard of honour was formed by the Ontario Provincial Police and the Perth Branch of the Canadian Legion.

The casket was carried shoulder high from the Church by the pallbearers - Staff Sgt. S. Erwin, Sgt. J. Smith, Corporals H. Caldwell, L Gartner, B. Mills, W. Webster, R. Young and W. Milton.

The honorary pall bearers were Mr. G White, MP; North Hastings County; Mr George Doucett, MPP, Lanark County; Mr H. Stanton, MP, Leeds County; Dr A. McCue, Smiths Falls; Mr. R. Echlin, Perth; Mr. A. Thornbury, Perth; Dr. A.C. Fowler, Perth; Mr. S. Hunter and Mr. A Bowes of Perth.

The funeral procession from the Church to Elmwood cemetery proceeded along Foster Street, onto Wilson and then out to Number 15 Highway to the cemetery.

Following the immediate family car were the Prime Minister, Hon. John Diefenbaker with Mr. and Mrs. George Drew.

The Perth Courier
Perth, Ontario, Canada
June 20, 1957, p1


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William G. Blair was a politician and physician. He was elected to the Canadian House of Commons in the 1945 election as a Member of the Progressive Conservative Party to represent the riding of Lanark. He was re-elected in 1949, 1953 and in 1957. He was appointed to the joint committees of Joint Committee on Federal District Commission and Joint Committee on Old Age Security. Prior to his federal political experience, he was a captain in the Royal Canadian Army Medical Corps between 1916 and 1919.

William married Emma "Grace" Moore, RN, RRC on 29 Sep 1920 in Seeley's Bay, Leeds County, Ontario, Canada. Emma (daughter of Hiram Moore and Lucy Alelia Church) was born about 1887 in Seeley's Bay, Leeds County, Ontario, Canada; died about 1960; was buried in Elmwood Cemetery, Perth, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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  Jean Gourlay Blair
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Peacefully at home in Fallbrook on Tuesday, November 28, 1995, Jean Gourlay Blair Newson in her 83rd year, Beloved wife of the late John W. R. (Dick) Newson Daughter of the late John and Mary Blair, Sister of the late Jessie Blair Lapointe and Margaret Blair Loved grandmother of Pamela Newson Hutchins, Richard and Jennifer Newson, Fond aunt of Heather Lapointe Kurbatoff, Dear cousin of Arthur Blair and Helen Blair Spicer (Erik). Special friend of Frank and Eva McLean and their family, warmly remembered by her many friends and relatives. Friends may call at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, Perth Thursday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral service will be conducted in Balderson United Church. Friday, December 1st, at 2 p.m. Interment Elmwood Cemetery

Jean married John Walter Richard Newson on 8 Jul 1968. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Record set British Columbia, Canada, Death Index, 1872-1992
First name(s) Jessie Fisher
Sex Female
Last name Lapoint
Year 1985
Province British Columbia
Country Canada
Age 71
Death date 12/11/1985
Place SAANICHTON
GSU microfilm number 1358017
BC microfilm number B16577
Category Birth, Marriage & Death (Parish Registers)
Subcategory Civil Deaths & Burials
Collections from Canada, Americas

Jessie married Lt. Col. John Leslie "Jerry" Lapoint on 1 Jul 1944 in London, England. John (son of Marcus Leslie Lapointe and Frances May "Frankie" Hunter) was born on 8 Jun 1906 in Perth, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; died on 28 Nov 1994 in Victoria, Capital Regional District, British Columbia, Canada. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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George married Eva Lavina Jones on 8 Dec 1934 in Perth, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada. Eva (daughter of William Jones and Elizabeth Reynolds) was born on 26 Sep 1914 in Crow Lake, Oso Twp, Frontenac County, Ontario, Canada; died on 9 Jun 2005 in Perth, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; was buried in Elmwood Cemetery, Perth, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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John married Phyllis Jean Blair on 14 Jun 1941 in Perth, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada. Phyllis was born about 1918; died about 2000; was buried in Elmwood Cemetery, Perth, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Glen Tay Couple and Son Killed in Train Crash at Perth
Perth, April 24 (Special)
A young Glen Tay couple and their 15 months old son were killed here Sunday night when their light truck was hit by a CPR freight train at the Wilson street crossing.

Dead are Gordon Chaplin, 27, his wife Lorna, 25, and their infant son, Brent.

Facing Strong Sun
Mr Chaplin ws driving west out of Perth and was facing a strong setting sun, which may have blinded him in the autyomatic wig-wag signal at the crossing.

The truck was half-way over the crossing when hit with grinding force by the heavy locomotive. It was thrown 45 feet in the air, landing in the ditch at the side of the track, demolished.

Skid marks from the truck were plainly visible in the middle of the railway line.

The infant was thrown out of the vehicle onto the the front of the engine, which stopped about 400 yards west of the collision at the Drummond street crossing. The body, noticed when the engineer brought the train to a halt, was taken from the front of the engine before the train backed up and was carried to the CPR station.'

Mr. Chaplin, killed instantly, was found in the cab of the upturned wreck of the truck. His wife, still breathing, was found lying on the ground beside the demolished pickup. She died in the ambulance while being rushed to Perth Memorial Hospital.

A coroner's jury was imp immediately in view of the bodies. Then the inquest was adjourned and will continue May 3.

Signal Operating
The crossing wig-wag and automatic bell were both operating when the collision occurred, police said. The freight, with Conductor W. Kimberlay, was east-bound at the time. The truck, in which the Chaplins and their son were returning to Glen Tay after spending the day in Perth, was travelling in a northerly direction.

Gordon Chaplin was well known in Perth and district. He was prominent in hockey and softball circles and was a member of the Perth Kinsmen.

With his brothers, John and Don, he conducted Chaplin's Dairy at Glen Tay and also operated a milk route in Perth.

Mrs Chaplin was the former Lorna Korry, of Bathurst, a daughter of Mr and Mrs John Korry. Besides her parents, she is survived by two brothers, Arthur of Oshawa and Clyde at home. Mr Chaplin is survived by his parents, Mr and Mrs Delbert Chaplin, of Glen Tay, three brothers, Cameron of Toronto, Don and John of Glen Tay; three sisters, Mrs John O'Gorman, Perth;, Miss Betty, Perth; and Miss Winnifred, attending Toronto University.

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
25 Apr 1949

Lorna married Gordon Hubert Chaplin on 30 Aug 1942 in Calvin United Church / Bathurst Presbyterian, Bathurst Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada. Gordon (son of Ewen Delbert "Delbert" Chaplin and Mabel Winnifred Miller) was born on 3 Aug 1922 in Glen Tay, (Adamsville), Bathurst Twp, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; died on 24 Apr 1949 in Perth, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; was buried in Elmwood Cemetery, Perth, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• Address: Address:
  Dr. William Arthur D. Blair
  Ottawa, ON
  CAN
• Occupation: Ottawa, Carleton County, Ontario, Canada; Chief of Psychiatry, Ottawa Civic Hospital
• Occupation: Forensic Psychiatrist
• _UID: FF63FD8360DF46FD98CCBA5E47663E06D146
• Residence-Occupant: 1945, Perth, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; 17 Gore Street
• Occupation: 1945, Perth, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; Army

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Role: Occupant


Died:
BLAIR, W. Arthur, M.D. WWII Veteran, Former Chief of Psychiatry, Ottawa Civic Hospital and Forensic Psychiatrist

Peacefully at the Elisabeth Bruyere Health Pavilion on Tuesday, August 6, 2002 with his family by his side, after a valiant battle with cancer. William Arthur Douglas Blair born in 1921 in Perth, Ontario son of the late Dr. William and Grace Blair. Beloved husband of the late Dorothy Williamson. Devoted father to Elspeth (Don McCulla), Bill (Yoshiko) and Dori (Art McKenzie). Much loved Grandpa of James McCulla and Blair and Allison McKenzie. Dear brother of Helen Spicer (Erik).

Friends may visit at the Central Chapel of Hulse Playfair and McGarry, 315 McLeod Street on Friday, August 9th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Saturday, August 10th at 10 a.m. Internment private. Heartfelt thanks to the caring staff of the 5th Floor Palliative Unit of the Elisabeth Bruyere. In lieu of flowers it was Dad's wish to have donations made to the Salvation Army, 301-56 Sparks Street, Ottawa, K1P 5A9.

Ottawa Citizen
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Aug. 8, 2002

Family/Spouse: Dorothy Williamson. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• Address: Address:
  Helen G. Blair
  Ottawa, ON
  CAN
• _UID: 26FF4FA082454858A5D79ABB72D6E89F1BBF
• Residence-Occupant: 1945, Perth, Lanark County, Ontario, Canada; 17 Gore Street

Notes:

Residence-Occupant:
Role: Occupant


Died:
SPICER, Mary Helen
Died in Ottawa on May 11, 2019, in her 96th year. Predeceased by her loving husband Erik. Survived by daughter Erika Scott (Andrew) of Vancouver, B.C.; son John (Patricia Trott) of Toronto, Ont; her beloved granddaughters Elizabeth (Andrew Womack), Katherine (Bradley Boehringer) and Caroline Scott, and Gabriella Spicer; and great-grandson Ellis Boehringer. Predeceased by her dear brother Dr. Arthur Blair.

Born February 16, 1923 in Perth, Ontario to the late Emma Grace (nee Moore) and Dr. William G. Blair. Helen graduated from Queen's University and the University of Toronto Library School.

In addition to raising two children at home, Helen enjoyed a long career as a professional librarian, retiring from the Ottawa Public Library. Her first job with the Middlesex County Library Co-operative required - in addition to regular library duties and writing and presenting book talks for radio -driving a car pulling a cabin book trailer (later a bookmobile). Not having a driver's license, she fibbed a bit during the interview, but managed to get one just before starting work.

Helen was a long-time active member of University Women's Club of Ottawa. Erik and Helen enjoyed a very busy calendar of social, official and diplomatic functions, and over the years made many friends across Canada and around the world. She was a fan of mystery books, film, and television, and a life-long follower of Canadian politics.

Special thanks to the dedicated staff of The Courtyards on Eagleson, The Lord Lansdowne, and Home Instead Senior Care. Service to be held at Pinecrest Remembrance Chapel, 2500 Baseline Road, Ottawa, on Tuesday, May 21 at 2 p.m. Condolences at www.colefuneralservices.com.

The Ottawa Citizen
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
18 May 2019, Sat ? Page C15

Family/Spouse: Erik Spicer. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• Address: Address:
  Heather Lapoint
  Victoria, BC
  CAN
• _UID: 05E20760DE3F40C995CED3C9098BDCE9CC0D

Family/Spouse: Kurbatoff. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• _UID: 475408795E8546A2864F6D692744D1F3C16F

Other Events and Attributes:

• _UID: 90D78758324A4DF8BB766C8E338EA18E2259

Other Events and Attributes:

• FindaGrave Memorial ID: 46630903
• Name: Delbert Brent Chaplin
• _UID: 0FEFA9C46D594CCB9152E6F19B34421528AD

Notes:

FindaGrave Memorial ID:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/46630903

Died:
Glen Tay Couple and Son Killed in Train Crash at Perth
Perth, April 24 (Special)
A young Glen Tay couple and their 15 months old son were killed here Sunday night when their light truck was hit by a CPR freight train at the Wilson street crossing.

Dead are Gordon Chaplin, 27, his wife Lorna, 25, and their infant son, Brent.

Facing Strong Sun
Mr Chaplin ws driving west out of Perth and was facing a strong setting sun, which may have blinded him in the autyomatic wig-wag signal at the crossing.

The truck was half-way over the crossing when hit with grinding force by the heavy locomotive. It was thrown 45 feet in the air, landing in the ditch at the side of the track, demolished.

Skid marks from the truck were plainly visible in the middle of the railway line.

The infant was thrown out of the vehicle onto the the front of the engine, which stopped about 400 yards west of the collision at the Drummond street crossing. The body, noticed when the engineer brought the train to a halt, was taken from the front of the engine before the train backed up and was carried to the CPR station.'

Mr. Chaplin, killed instantly, was found in the cab of the upturned wreck of the truck. His wife, still breathing, was found lying on the ground beside the demolished pickup. She died in the ambulance while being rushed to Perth Memorial Hospital.

A coroner's jury was imp immediately in view of the bodies. Then the inquest was adjourned and will continue May 3.

Signal Operating
The crossing wig-wag and automatic bell were both operating when the collision occurred, police said. The freight, with Conductor W. Kimberlay, was east-bound at the time. The truck, in which the Chaplins and their son were returning to Glen Tay after spending the day in Perth, was travelling in a northerly direction.

Gordon Chaplin was well known in Perth and district. He was prominent in hockey and softball circles and was a member of the Perth Kinsmen.

With his brothers, John and Don, he conducted Chaplin's Dairy at Glen Tay and also operated a milk route in Perth.

Mrs Chaplin was the former Lorna Korry, of Bathurst, a daughter of Mr and Mrs John Korry. Besides her parents, she is survived by two brothers, Arthur of Oshawa and Clyde at home. Mr Chaplin is survived by his parents, Mr and Mrs Delbert Chaplin, of Glen Tay, three brothers, Cameron of Toronto, Don and John of Glen Tay; three sisters, Mrs John O'Gorman, Perth;, Miss Betty, Perth; and Miss Winnifred, attending Toronto University.

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
25 Apr 1949

Other Events and Attributes:

• Address: Address:
  Elspeth Blair
  Ottawa, ON
  CAN
• _UID: 8313AC0CE18A4D9EAA0C71BC2DEC5EEBE970

Family/Spouse: Donald McCulla. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• Name: Billy
• _UID: 979109C9E6434E81B17BA0FEBAD3267EEDA6

Family/Spouse: Yoshiko. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• Address: Address:
  Dorothy G. Blair
  Ottawa, ON
  CAN
• _UID: D3B8321C471E4DC7922C2F47BA7FE7C66CF9

Family/Spouse: Arthur McKenzie. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• Address: Address:
  Erica Spicer
  Ottawa, ON
  CAN
• _UID: D705CBD91355430D89AA3F1665EAE9524AC4

Family/Spouse: Andrew Scott. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• _UID: CAEF1C13C6EF460496F042101873A91D10D1

Family/Spouse: Patricia Trott. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]