Thursday 3 January 1901

MARRIED at Grahamstown, by Special Licence, on Monday December 31st, Joseph M. DURAN to Lydia A.G. COFFIN.

DOLD – Died, on New Year’s Day, Grahamstown, Charlotte (born USHER), widow of the late James DOLD.

DIED at Albany General Hospital, on Sunday the 30th December 1900, Mary Ann KELLY, formerly of Cardiff, Wales, in the 43rd year of her age.

DIED at Bucklands on the 29th Dec 1900, Alfred BUCKLEY, aged 83 years, 7 months, 28 days.
Sweet rest for the weary.

LATE MRS. JAMES DOLD
Mrs. James DOLD, who for very many years has resided in Grahamstown, and was personally known to many and respected by all, passed peacefully away on Tuesday (New Year’s Day) evening, after suffering a painful illness for 15 months. Mrs. DOLD’s parents, the late Mr. and Mrs. James USHER, came out with the Settlers of 1820, and settled near Bathurst with James’s Party. They were burnt out of their home on two occasions by the Kafirs, and after the second, which happened in 1846, they came to town to live. The family numbered eight daughters and one son [sic], of whom Mrs. DOLD was the youngest, and Miss USHER is now the only surviving one.
Shortly after they came to town Mrs. DOLD was married, her husband being the eldest son of the late Mr. John Matthew DOLD. Shortly after their marriage they moved to the house in Bathurst Street, where the family has lived ever since. Mrs. DOLD had three daughters and one son, who died when he was a few months old.
Mrs. DOLD became a widow when her youngest child was but a few months old, and had the care of her three daughters, Mrs. B.J. SHAW, Mrs. W. CHAPMAN and Miss DOLD, all of whom are well known, and greatly respected here. The funeral took place this morning from her late residence at 9 o’clock. The chief mourners were Messrs. Harold and Willie CHAPMAN and James SHAW, grandsons of the deceased. The pall-bearers were Messrs. J.E. WOOD M.L.A., H.R. WOOD, J. SLATER, E. CHAPMAN, J. TOMLINSON and Capt. W. ATTWELL. A number of relatives and friends followed, most of whom bore lovely wreaths and crosses.
The funeral procession proceeded to Commemoration Church, where a short but impressive service was held. The pulpit and communion rails were draped in mourning, and Mr. WEBB, the talented organist, rendered “Great in the Lord”, from Elijah, as the sacred edifice was entered. The Rev. A.T. RHODES conducted the service, and the Rev. M.J. [BUTCHER] offered up a most beautiful prayer. The hymns sung were “When our heads are bowed with woe” and “Give me the wings of faith to rise”, after which, as the coffin left the Church, Mr. WEBB rendered “I know that my Redeemer liveth” from the Messiah. The cortege then proceeded to the cemetery, where the remaining service was conducted at the graveside.
The coffin was a magnificent one, made of dark wood with light panels, massive silver handles, and bore the inscription
Charlotte DOLD
Died Jan 1 1901
Aged 73 years
We tender our sincerest sympathies to the bereaved relatives in their severe loss.

Saturday 5 January 1901

PROMOTED
Mr. T.R. PRICE, the Chief Traffic Manager, has been selected by the imperial authorities as General Manager of Railways in the Orange River Colony and the Transvaal. Mr. PRICE has always been exceedingly popular, and the termination of his connection with the Colony will be much regretted by his many friends.

MYSTERIOUS OCCURRENCE – CLERK FOUND DEAD IN BED
Early yesterday morning a young gentleman, by name Mr. H. METZINTHIN, from [Rostock], Germany, was found dead in his bed in the house of Mr. [E]. TONKS, near the Presbyterian church, Port Elizabeth, where deceased was boarding. Mr. METZINTHIN was a clerk in the employ of Messrs. Dreyfus & Co, of this town. The cause of death (says the Telegraph) was poisoning, but the facts will, in so far as the actual cause is concerned, be revealed at the post mortem examination (which) will take place today at the Hospital, whither the body was removed. There is no evidence to show how the poison was administered, whether by design or accident. The incident has caused the greatest regret among his employers and fellow clerks. An inquest, of course, will be held.

Tuesday 8 January 1901

PASSED AWAT at Grahamstown on the 7th January 1901, Ronald, dearly loved infant son of J.C.P. and M.F. SELBY, aged 1 month and 26 days.

Dr. Tennyson OATES, a son of the Rev. W. OATES, returned to Somerset East on New Year’s Day, after an absence in Europe of more than six years, during which time he was studying medicine, graduating at Edinburgh University. Dr. OATES intends, we hear, settling in South Africa, but has not yet decided in what part.

SCHOOLMASTER
Mr. Brinsley WHITE B.A., formerly an assistant master at St.Andrew’s, Grahamstown, and at Graaff-Reinet College, after a year’s service in Brabant’s Horse, has been appointed Headmaster of Boshof School, O.R.C. Mr. WHITE is known to many as the author of the [....] sung at the opening of the Grahamstown Exhibition two years ago, which was set to music by Mr. WENDT.

Thursday 10 January 1901

PREW – McNAMARA
Married at St.Patrick’s Pro-Cathedral on January 9th 1901, by the Rev. Father Owens, Edwin King PREW, eldest son of the late Mr. B.B. PREW, Burnham, England, to Louisa McNAMARA, youngest daughter of the late Mr. J.W. McNAMARA of this city.

DIED at Grahamstown, Cape Colony, on 6th January 1901, Charles Hedden CAWOOD, in the 64th year of his age.

DIED at Grahamstown on January 9th 1901, Ethel Amy, dearly loved infant daughter of H. and A. LYNSKY, aged 12 months and 2 weeks.
“Thy will be done”

A PRETTY WEDDING
PREW – MACNAMARA
St.Patrick’s Pro-Cathedral was yesterday the scene of a very pretty wedding, when Mr. Edwin King PREW, eldest son of the late Mr. B.B. PREW, Burnham, England, was joined in the bonds of holy matrimony to Miss Louisa MACNAMARA, youngest daughter of the late Mr. J.W. MACNAMARA of this city. The nuptial knot was tied by the Rev. Father OWENS, and the bride was given away by her brother, Mr. G. MACNAMARA. The bride looked charming dressed in a cream [....] dress trimmed with [Roman] Satin and French guipure lace, with tiny frills [.....] a [tucked] bodice with a satin yoke overlaid with lace and frills and the orthodox wreath and veil. The dress had a lovely court train and was the handiwork of Mr. Restall STOCKS’s well known establishment.
Miss PREW made a lovely first bridesmaid, dressed in a pretty white silk [striped] canvas dress trimmed with lace and silk insertion, and a hat to match, while Miss Marian LAMB looked no less charming as second bridesmaid, being dressed in a cream cashmere costume, trimmed with silk and lace. Mr. Ron PREW, brother of the bridegroom, ably acted as best man. The Wedding March was well played by Mr. A. LAMB.
After the ceremony the wedding party adjourned to the bride’s home, where the breakfast, which was provided by Mr. J. DICKS, was partaken of. The usual toasts were drunk and the presents, which were numerous and costly, were inspected. A number of congratulatory telegrams were also [......ed]
The cake, which had two tiers with an ornament on top, was a masterpiece and was the handiwork of Mr. DICKS.
The bridegroom’s present to the bride and bridesmaids was a gold bracelet each. Everything was satisfactorily arranged by Mr. C.C. EASON, who acted as M.C. The bride’s [dress] was the present of her brother, Mr. [C.J.] MACNAMARA, and veil from her sister, Mrs. C.C. EASON.
The equipages were provided from Mr. LARKIN’s well known livery stables. The happy pair left during the afternoon for their home, Inkerman, Breakfast Vlei.

A SERIOUS ACCIDENT NEAR HIGHLANDS
On Monday a serious and what might have proved a fatal accident happened on the road known as [Schuine Pad] heading from Highlands Station to Mr. TURBERVILLE’s farm. Misses TAYLOR, Jessie TILBROOK and Maud TILBROOK were on their way to spend some days at Mr. F.S. TURBERVILLE’s (brother in law to the Misses TILBROOK) farm, and had been met at the station by the native driver with the cart and pair. The native had been driving on that road for some [,,,] years past and is well acquainted with it. On their way down the [Schuine Pad], which is very steep, about [15]ft wide, with a high bank off the top side and a precipice on the [.....] side, the inside horse, a youngish animal, shied at a bird which fluttered suddenly in the bush. The second animal pushed on [.....] over the precipice, throwing two of the ladies some distance out of the cart, while the third lady and the driver fell between the cart and the horses. Unfortunately the [....] wedged fast
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We have been unable to obtain any information as to Miss TAYLOR’s condition, but the Misses TILBROOK are doing as well as can be expected.

Saturday 12 January 1901

KILLED BY LIGHTNING – DEATH OF MR. ARTHUR FRANKLIN
It is with great regret that we chronicle the death by lightning of Private A.A. FRANKLIN of the F.M.P. at Stormberg on Thursday. The deceased is the eldest son of our esteemed fellow citizen Mr. G.E. FRANKLIN, and is known in town by many as a strong, healthy, manly young fellow. He was educated at the Public School, after which he went up country for some years. Subsequently he joined the Cape Mounted Police just at the outbreak of hostilities, and has been in all the engagements in which they [.....] in the Stormberg. The sad news was received by Mr. FRANKLIN yesterday morning. We tender our sincere sympathies to the bereaved relatives.

Tuesday 15 January 1901

KILLED BY LIGHTNING at Stormberg on Jan 10th 1901, Arthur A. FRANKLIN, in his 28th year.
“Thy will be done”

Thursday 17 January 1901

The death is announced of the Rt. Rev. Dr. GAUGHRAN, Roman Catholic Bishop of Kimberley, who had been in failing health for some time, and died on Tuesday morning. Bishop McSHERRY was present.

The death is announced of the Anglican Bishop of St.John’s, Kaffraria, the Rt. Rev. Bransby Lewis KEY D.D., who was ordained in 1864, and had 36 years of experience of missionary work in Kaffraria. He was elected Bishop Coadjutor of St.John’s, Kaffraria, in 1883, and on the death of Bishop CALLOWAY succeeded to the See in 1886. The deceased Bishop was a missionary of great experience, whose advice was frequently taken by the Minister of Native Affairs.

Saturday 19 January 1901

BIRTH, on the 10th inst, at Clifton House, Beaufort Street, Grahamstown, Amy, wife of H. [...] of a son.

MARRIED on the 16th Jan 1901, by the Rev. A.T. Rhodes, J.H. VAN ROOYEN, of the High Court, Kimberley, to Lillie, youngest daughter of the late Rev. William TYSON.

SAD FATALITY AT STORMBERG JUNCTION – TWO CAPE POLICEMEN KILLED
A sad fatality occurred at Stormberg Junction on Thursday afternoon last, when Privates FRANKLIN and DOUGLAS of the Cape Police were killed by lightning. They were both on active service at the time and were passing from one point to another in camp when they were struck by lightning and killed, death being instantaneous. Both Troopers were very smart and promising young men and enjoyed great popularity amongst their comrades, and the highest esteem of their officers.
Pte. FRANKLIN was a Grahamstown boy and son of Mr. George E. FRANKLIN of this city, and Pte. DOUGLAS was a native of [B...y], England. The sad occurrence has cast a gloom over the camp at Stormberg as both deceased were very popular men. The funeral took place at Stormberg on Friday afternoon at 3pm with full military honours. The Band of the [.....] Regiment playing the “Dead March in Saul” on the [....] to the graveside. A detachment of the Cape Police under Captain WILSON and Lieut. POWELL were present and furnished the pall bearers, followed by detachments of the Southamptonshire Regiment under Major BOULTON, [......] under Capt. WARRY, and Leicester Regiment under Captain ARNOTT, the latter Regiment forming the firing party. The ceremony was most impressive and was conducted by the Rev. Mr. WITHERS of Molteno. A large number of civilians were present and some beautiful wreaths and flowers were sent by the ladies of Molteno and Stormberg.

At Maritzburg Ex-Police Inspector AGNEW was found in a lane leading off Church Street on Wednesday suffering from a fit of epilepsy. The doctor ordered his removal to hospital, where he died on being admitted. Deceased, after 17 years’ service, retired from the police force a few months ago.

A European lad named BANERMEISTER, nine years of age, was drowned at Maitland, Capetown, on Sunday while bathing in a pond. It appears that part of the pond was an overflow from Salt River and part of an old quarry hole. Deceased, while paddling about, suddenly dropped into 11 feet of water, and was drowned before help could be obtained.

Tuesday 22 January 1901

BIRTH at Ardrossan-street, Inverness, Scotland, on Dec 29th 1900, Mrs. HAY-DINWOODY of a daughter.

Thursday 24 January 1901

[Every column is surrounded by a thick black line as a mark of mourning for Queen Victoria, who died on 22 January.]

DEATH OF MR. SIDNEY GILFILLAN
The sad news of the death of Mr. Sidney GILFILLAN was received here on Saturday, but his friends and relatives could not be certain of his identity as they had no official information. There is now however no doubt that the sad news is true, and that deceased died of dysentery at Kimberley. Mr. GILFILLAN is the youngest son of the late F.M. GILFILLAN of this city, and was educated by his grandfather, Rev. Barnabus SHAW, at the latter’s school. After leaving school Mr. GILFILLAN was for some time on the staff of the Journal office. He subsequently went farming in the Alexandria District, where he did very well. About 11 months ago he joined the Military Transport, since which time he has been away. He was on his way home, having sent his luggage on beforehand, and passing through Kimberley when he was asked by an officer to join the Intelligence Department, which he did. It was while he was in Kimberley that he took the disease that was the cause of his death at so early an age. We tender our sincerest sympathy to the bereaved relatives and friends.

Saturday 26 January 1901

DIED at his residence, George-street, Arthur PENNIALL, aged 42, late of Johannesburg.
Until the day break
And the shadows flee away

DIED at the Military Hospital, Kimberley, on the 5th Jan 1901, Sidney GILFILLAN, youngest son of the late F.M. GILFILLAN Esq, and grandson of the Rev. Barnabus SHAW, Grahamstown.

Hearty congratulations to Mr. Ross A. DOLD, youngest son of our respected fellow citizen Mr. John DOLD, on passing 13th in the Bar Exam. Altogether 26 candidates passed.

We regret to hear of the death of Mr. Thomas MIDDLETON of Port Elizabeth. Up to very recently Mr. MIDDLETON was in the best of health. He was very popular amongst a large circle of friends, and his sudden decease due to an affection of the heart has been widely deplored.

Tuesday 29 January 1901

BIRTH at St.Bartholomew-street on the 28th inst, the wife of J.H. PLASKET, of Johannesburg, of a daughter.

KILLED ON THE LINE
A Mr. VENTER, who went over to Bowker’s Park with some remounts on Sunday, was found on the railway line during the night, a train having passed over him, severing both hands and cutting the face in two. It appears that the officer at Bowker’s Park would not grant VENTER a permit to go into Queenstown for the night. He then attempted to walk down the line and was killed near Bowker’s Halt.

Thursday 31 January 1901

BIRTH at Grahamstown on the 29th January, the wife of W.S. COLLIN of a son.