Marriage Notices Jan 1894 - Dec 1895
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Marriage Notices Jan 1894 - Dec 1895
December 30, 1893 Page 10
Lieut. John Howard, late of Fort Brady was married in California to Miss
Britton last week.
January 6, 1894 Page 1
Albert Curtis and Miss Maggie Gardner, both of Kinross, were united in
marriage at the Presbyterian parsonage, by Rev. G. W. Luther, on New Years' Eve.
January 6, 1894 Page 7
Stirlingville (Special Correspondence)
As predicted by us last week, we have the pleasure of announcing the marriage
of George Hill and Miss Mary Everleigh. The ceremony was performed by the Rev.
J. W. Holt in the presence of a large number of friends. We extend
congratulations.
January 13, 1894 Page 1
The Armstrong - Vichery Nuptials
Miss Eliza J. Armstrong, of this city, and Walter E. Vichery, of Ft.
Atkinson, Wis., were united in marriage at 9 o'clock a.m. Thursday morning, Jan.
11, at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. D. A. Armstrong, by the
Rev. C. M. Thompson. The bride is a well known and popular young lady. Mr.
Vichery is also popular among his many friends here. He has been in the employ
of the American Express Co. for several years. The happy couple departed for
Milwaukee and other cities on their wedding trip. They will be at home to their
many friends in this city after Feb. 1.
January 13, 1884 Page 1
O'Brien - Prime
An Ironwood Wedding in Which the Soo is Interested (Iron News - Record)
One of the prettiest weddings imaginable took place last Wednesday evening
at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. O. B. Prime, 202 Suffolk street, when the third
daughter of the house, Miss Liva Prime, and mr. Michael O'Brien were married.
The gurests commenced to arrive at 6 o'clock, and when at 6:3- o'clock, to the
strains of a wedding march, executed by Mrs. C. H. Munger, the bridal party with
measured pace slowly passed through the parlours and formed an artistic group
before the altar, a company of 70 friends looked on in admiration. Rev. J. W.
McCleary, of St. Paul's performed the ceremony - the beautiful Episcopal
service. The bride was given away by her father. The groom's best man was Mr.
Fred Flattery. P. B. O'Brien, of Detroit and a brother of the groom, acted as a
usher. The bridesmaids were the Misses Della and Mina Prime, sisters of the
bride. Miss Prime's wedding dress was of duchess brocade satin and train, with
pearl passementrie, with the orthadox veil, but no ornaments. The bride carried
a prayer book …
The bride and groom, accompanied by P. B. and W. R. O'Brien, brothers of the
groom, left on the 9 o'clock train for Sault Ste. Marie, where they will reside
…
January 13, 1894 Page 2
William McEveney and Miss Lizzy McGovern were united in marriage at St.
Mary's church, at 8 o'clock Monday morning. The Rev. Fr. Donovan officiated, and
a goodly number of friends of the contracting parties were presents.
January 13, 1894 Page 7
The Canada Sault
A. McQuarrie, of this place, was united in marriage to Miss Hattie Smith, at
the residence of the bride's parents, at Springfield, O., on Friday of last
week. Mr. McQuarrie is one of the Canada Sault's most energetic and well known
business man. The bride is a charming young lady and will be an inquisition to
society here. Mr. and Mrs. McQuarrie arrived home Thursday. THE NEWS extends
best wishes.
January 13, 1894 Page 8
James McCarron and Miss Kate McKelvey were united in marriage at St. mary's
church Wednesday morning. They will reside in Bruce township.
January 13, 1894 Page 8
Married at St. Mary's church Tuesday last, by Rev. Fr. Donavan, Capt. John
Fennessy and Miss Maggie O'Toole. Capt. Fennessy is an employee of Endress Bros.
And is well known in the Soo. Miss O'Toole is a most estimable young lady and
has resided at the Sherman House for several years.
January 27, 1894 Page 1
IN HOLY BONDS
Marriage of Lawrence Ermatinger and Mrs. C. W. Endress
Lawrence Ermatinger and Mrs. Mary C. Endress were united in marriage Monday
morning, at 8 o'clock, at St. Mary's church, by Rev. Father Donovan. Mrs.
Endress was attended by Miss Bertha Bernier, and Mr. Ermatinger by his brother
Joseph. After the ceremony they drove to the residence of the bride's brother,
G. E. Bernier, for breakfast. In the evening a reception was held at the
groom's residence on Carrie street. Only near relatives were in
attendance.…
January 27, 1894 Page 2
On Wednesday Jan. 24, the Rev. W. J. Morrison and bride, Miss Nettie Hyland,
of Marksville, Canada, proceeded on their way to Brant, Mich., their future
home, after spending the day with friends in the city.
January 27, 1894 Page 2
D. J. Gallagher and Miss Mary I. Bellefille were married Tuesday.
January 27, 1894 Page 5
Rosedale (Special Correspondence)
After a pleasant drive to see friends in the nieghborhood of Pickford, and
the inevitable journey to the Soo, William M. Kierman and Miss H. L. Smith were
united in marriage by Rev. J. W. Holt.
February 3, 1894 Page 1
To Be Married Feb. 21.
The marriage of A. Mangelsdorf and Miss Kate Leefe, one of Capt. J. G.
Leefe's charming daughters, will be celebrated at St. James' church by the Rev.
P. T. Rowe, on Feb. 21.
February 10, 1894 Page 5
Doing's of Drummondites (Special Correspondence)
Dan Miller's wedding dance, which occurred last week, was well attended by
all his friends. The refreshments were well patronized. The bride, nee Miss
St. Germain, was elegantly attired, the observers of all observers, as she and
Handsome Dan led the first dance. Violin, Messrs. Joseph and Alexander LaPoint;
organist, Joseph Alexander and Miss Alice M. Church.
February 10, 1894 Page 8
Washington's birthday, a week from next Thursday, is the 17th wedding
anniversary of Captain and Mrs. William Putman Spalding.
February 17, 1894 Page 1
A Port Huron Wedding of Interest
Dr. Lucy K. Waterloo, of Port Huron, and Fred Bathey, of the same city, were
married Wednesday. Mrs. Bathey is a sister of Mrs. E. Conway and Mrs. F. V.
Flower, of this city and formerly lived here. Mr. Bathey was recently appointed
immigrant inspector at Port Huron and is a representative in the legislature
from the Port Huron district.
February 17, 1894 Page 2
IN HYMEN'S BONDS
Marriage of Miss Agnes Beauchamp and Antoine Beauchamp
Miss Agnes Beauchamp, of this city, and Antoine Beauchamp, of Escanaba, were
united in marriage at 8 o'clock Monday morning, Feb. 5, at St. Mary's church, by
the Rev. Father Donovan, in the presence of a number of relatives and friends.
The bride is a well known and popular young lady. Mr. Beauchamp also has many
friends here. After a pleasant drive the party repaired to the residence of the
bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Beauchamp, 82 Dawson street, where a repast
was prepared. …
The happy couple departed for Escanaba, their future home, accompanied by Mr.
and mrs. Richard Beauchamp Feb 6. Their many friends join in wishing them
endless happiness.
February 17, 1894 Page 8
A. Mandelsdorf, of the U. S. engineer's corps, and Miss Kate Leefe, eldest
daughter of Capt. and Mrs. J.Leefe, of Fort Brady will be united in marriage
next Wednesday.
February 24, 1894 Page 1
Will Be Wedded Next Week
Miss Carrie McBride and Wm. Leach of Detroit, will be united in marriage at
the prospective bride's home, in the Pease & Lipsett block, next Wednesday
evening. The Rev. C. M. Thompson will officiate. Miss McBride is one of the
city's most charming young ladies. Mr. Leach is storekeeper for the Hardwood
Lumber Company, of Detroit, where the couple will reside.
February 24, 1894 Page 1
The Reach - Eagle Nuptials
Miss Nancy Eagle and William Reich were united in marriage by the Rev. T. R.
Easterday at the residence of the bride's father, W. H. Eagle, Wednesday
evening.
The contracting parties are well-known young folks, and their many friends
wish them an abundance of prosperity. Mr. and Mrs. Reich will reside on Court
street.
February 24, 1894 Page 1
Join in Holy Wedlock
Mr. H. Mangelsdorf and Miss Kate Leefe were married by the Rev. P. T. Rowe,
M.A., at the St. James's church, on Sunday, Feb. 18. Mr. and Mrs. Mengelsdorf
at once took the train for Chicago. They will be at home to their friends after
March 7, at the McKeone apartment house. Mr. Mangelsdorf is a well known member
of the U. S. engineer corps. The bride is the charming and accomplished daughter
of Capt. And Mrs. J. G. Leefe, of Fort Brady. Their many friends unite in
wishing Mr. and Mrs. Mangelsdorf a full measure of happiness.
March 3, 1894 Page 1
IN HYMEN'S BOND
Marriage of W. A. Leach and Miss Carrie L. McBride
W. A. Leech, of Detroit, and Miss Carrie L. McBride were united in marriage
last Wednesday, by the Rev. C. M. Thompson, at the residence of the bride's
mother, Mrs. L. McBride. The wedding was a private one, only a few intimate
friends being present. The principal were supported by C. W. Luck, a cousin of
the groom, and Miss Ada McBride, a sister of the bride. The bride is a charming
and popular young lady and the groom is manager of the Detroit Hardwood co. Mr.
and Mrs. Leech left on the afternoon train Wednesday for Detroit, where they
will reside.
March 3, 1894 Page8
Peter Santimo and mrs. Maggie Frichette were united in marriage Monday at St.
Mary's church.
March 10, 1894 Page 2
Pine Rest (Special Correspondence)
Miss Maggie J. Mackie, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. Mackie, was married on
Monday to Frank McCormick, at the home of the bride's brother, Thomas Mackie, at
Duluth. Old friends at the Rest join in wishing the young couple a long and
happy life.
March 17, 1894 Page 1
James McNally and Miss Stella Kemp were united in marriage by the Rev. J. C.
Carman Wednesday morning. Mr. McNally is a private in Co. D., U.S. army and
Miss Kemp is the daughter of Richard Kemp, late of Rosedale.
March 17, 1894 Page 10
Private Updyke, of Ft. Brady, and Miss Carrie Metcalf, were married on Monday
by Justice A. R. Macdonnell.
March 24, 1894 Page 2
Isaac Arnold and Mrs. Anna Hennessy were united in marriage by the Rev. C. M.
Thompson on Monday evening. Mr. Arnold is a turner in J. B. Sweatt's mill.
March 24, 1894 Page 5
Albert Bierstadt, the famous American landscape parinter, has married Mrs.
Mary Stewart, widow of David Stewart and daughter of the late Edward Hicks of
Brooklyn.
March 24, 1894 Page 5
The engagement of Minister Louis Therston, Hawaiian representatice at
Washington, and Miss Harriet W. Potter, of St. Joseph, Mich., is announced.
March 31, 1894 Page 2
McLay - Trempe Nuptials
Miss Anastasia Trempe, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jos. P. Trempe, of the Fourth
ward, and Kenneth McLay also of the Soo, were married Thursday evening by the
Rev. T. R. Easterday. They are both well known young folks and their friends
wish them much joy. The wedding was attended by a few friends and the relatives.
The young couple were the recipient of numerous presents.
March 31, 1894 Page 6
Chow Wee, a Chinaman, and Carrie Walters, an Irish girl, were married at St.
Paul Tuesday.
March 31, 1894 Page 6
The engagement of Miss Hattie Blaine to Mr. Truxton Beale, son of the late
General Beale, is announced.
March 31, 1894 Page 11
Canadian Sault
Married, by the Rev. E. Duncan, at the residence of E. Noble Wednesday last,
Miss Lizzie Hood, first daughter of George Hood, to John Henry Marshall, of
Korah Township.
March 31, 1894 Page 12
William Darry and Maggie McLean were married by Justice Warner last night.
April 7, 1894 Page 9
Canadian Sault
Archie Perch and Miss Mary J. Desshfotto, of Quebec, were united in marriage
by the Rev. Father Nault. The groom is ason of Joseph Perchie, formerly of
Bellevue, Ont. Numerous and costly presents were received by the young couple.
April 14, 1894 Page 1
Will be Wedded Next Wednesday
The wedding of Miss Retta Cameron and Edward Buchanan is announced for
Wednesday evening of next week. The ceremony will be performed by the Rev. C. M.
Thompson of the Central M. E. church, at the home of the prospective bride's
parents. Miss Cameron is the leading soprano at the Methodist church, and Mr.
Buchanan is employed in the machine shop of Hickler Bros. Both are well known
young people and have many friends and acquaintances in the city.
April 14, 1894 Page 1
A Double Wedding
Two of Fort Brady's Soldier boys Takes Life Partners
J. C. Freeman and Miss Bertha Gould, and Henry Bartholomew and Miss Clara
Miller, were united in the bonds of matrimony Wednesday at evening, at 122
Easterday avenue. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. C. M. Thompson, of
Central M. E. church. The bridesmaid was Miss Lizzie Gould, the sister of the
first bride. The groomsman was Horace N. Curd, a comrade of the boys in blue,
and a great favorite with all those who became acquainted with him. Miss Bertha
Gould was attired in navy blue with a white cashmere waist, with a bouquet of
roses and geraniums. Miss Clara Miller was also dressed in navy blue, trimmed
with lace, and wore a bouquet similar to the other bride's. The young ladies
evidently wished to follow the example of their future companions, for the
bridegroom's were in the dress which is an honor to our country, the uniform of
the 19th Infantry. Messrs Freeman and Bartholomew are honored members of the
Fort Brady troops and their brides are charming and accomplished young ladies.
THE NEWS joins with friends in wishing them all a happy and prosperous life.
April 14, 1894 Page 3
Miss Marie Stirling, second daughter of Cammander and Mrs. Yates Stirling of
Baltimore, was married to J. Lee Tailer of New York.
April 14, 1894 Page 10
Jas. A. Kettlewell and Mrs. Margaret White, both of this city, were united in
marriage at the Baptist parsonage, Friday of last week, by the Rev. J. C.
Carman.
April 21, 1894 Page 2
Surprised Their Friends
E. J. Martyn and Miss Minnie Ruehle Quietly Wedded
The friends of E. J. Martyn and Miss Minnie Ruehle were somewhat surprised
Wednesday evening at the announcement of their marriage, as their engagement had
been kept a secret. The wedding occurred Wednesday evening at the residence of
the bride's mother, Mrs. Wm. Ruehle, 77 Peck street. The ceremony was performed
by the Rev. T. R. Easterday in the presence of only the relatives. Mr. Martyn
is one of the city's prosperous and popular business men. The bride is the
youngest daughter of Mrs. Wm. Reuhle, one of the Soo's oldest residents, and was
born and brought up in this city. She is a charming young lady, is highly
cultivated and possessess' many accomplishments. Mr. and Mrs. Martyn will be
home after May 15 at No. 77 Peck street. THE NEWS joins with friends in wishing
the couple a long and prosperous journey over the matrimonial sea.
April 21, 1894 Page 2
In Hymen's Bonds
Nuptials of Edward Buchanan and Miss Retta Cameron
Wednesday evening Edward Buchanan and Miss Retta Cameron were united in
marriage by the Rev. C. M. Thomson. The ceremony occurred at the residence of
the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. D. Cameron, 122 Maple street, in the presence
of relatives and numerous friends. After the ceremony a bounteous wedding
supper was served. A large number of beautiful and costly presents were
received. The fact that it was the birthday of the bride's father added not a
little to the interest of the occassion. Mr. Buchanan is one of the valued
employees of Hickler Bros. And a popular and well respected young man. Mrs.
Buchanan is a well known and accomplished young lady. She is the leading
Surprano in the Central M. E. church choir. The friends of the happy couple
united in best wishes for their happiness and prosperity. Mr. and Mrs. Buchanan
at once went to housekeeping on Maple street.
April 21, 1894 Page 10
Angus McCoy and Miss Mary J. Lavine, a well-known young Sugar Island couple,
will be married next Monday at Payment.
April 21, 1894 Page 10
James Doran and Mary L. Young, both of this city, were united in matrimony at
the M. E. parsonage by the Rev. C. M. Thompson, on Wednesday afternoon.
April 28, 1894 Page 11
Albert G. England and Mrs. Mary J. Sanderson, of Pickford, were united in
marriage Tuesday evening, at the Central M. E. parsonage by Rev. C. M. Thompson.
April 28, 1894 Page 11
Angus McCoy and Mary J. Lavine were married at Payment, Sugar Island, on
Monday.
May 5, 1894 Page 1
Benjamin Surman and Miss Mary Ann Byers were united in marriage, by the Rev.
Crain, at the residence of the bride's parents Wednesday. Both contracting
parties are popular young people and have the best wishes of their friends.
May 5, 1894 Page 2
News From Washington
Miss Harriet Blaine was married Monday at Washington to Truxton Beale,
ex-minister to Persia.
May 12, 1894 Page 8
Pickford Pointers
Mrs. F. H. Taylor and Mrs. John Henderson will go to Goderich, in June to
attend the wedding of Mrs. Taylor's sister, Miss Gertie Salkeld, who will be
united in marriage to John Sorby of Grand Rapids, Mich.
May 12, 1894 Page 9
Canadian Sault
Mr. Wright, of Tarentorus township and Miss Minnie Harris, oldest daughter of
John Harris, a farmer of Korah township, were united in marriage May 2, at the
Michigan Soo, by the Rev. G. W. Luther. They received numerous presents.
May 12, 1894 Page 9
Canadian Sault
W. J. Diedtweiller and Miss Lydia Thompson were united in marriage by the
Rev. W. A. Duncan Wednesday evening. The affair was a quiet one and only a few
friends were present. Mr. Dietweiller is a head salesman in Pratt & Co.'s
store and is a popular and well known youn man. The bride is a sister of Mrs.
Lambert, of the Grand View Hotel, and is a young lady of many accomplishments.
Mr. and Mrs. Diedtwieller are at home to their friends at the Grand View.
June 2, 1894 Page 1
Miss Minnie Spalding, late of this city, but now a resident of Ishpeming is
to be wedded to Dr. George Beach, a prominent physician in this city next fall.
June 2, 1894 Page 8
Torrent's Mill
Geo. Sawyer, of Greenville, and Miss Ruth Mason, of Torrent's Mill, were
united in marriage Saturday evening, by the Rev. C. M. Thompson.
June 2, 1894 Page 8
Pickford (Special Correspondence)
Mrs. F. H. Taylor left for her home in Goderich, Ont. Friday, to attend the
wedding of her sister Miss Gertie Salkeld June 6. She took all the children
with her.
June 9, 1894 Page 6
A. J. Haskins, editor of the Turtle Mountain (N.D.) Star and Miss Eliza
McMillan, were married at Rolla.
June 9, 1894 Page 9
James Obey, of Bay Mills, and Miss Alice Sinclair, of this city, were united
in marriage Wednesday, by the Rev. C. M. Thompson.
June 9, 1894 Page 9
Wm. J. Clifford and Miss Lizzie Haugh, both of this city, were united in
marriage Tuesday, by the Rev. C. M. Thompson, at the residence of Wm. Telford,
on Court street.
June 16, 1894 Page 2
A Cheboygan Wedding of Interest
A. William Zorn and Miss Anna Ashley were united in marriage at Cheboygan
last week. Mr. Zain is assistant postmaster in that city and the bride is a
popular society lady. Both are well known here and their many friends extend
congratulations.
June 16, 1894 Page 7
Drummond (Special Correnspondence)
At the residence of William McAdam, in the township of Drummond, on June 1,
1894, George Foreman and Miss Vanhorn were united in matrimony by the Rev. G. D.
Strickland.
June 16, 1894 Page 9
Canadian Sault
N. Simpson, barrister, went down to Toronto last week and is daily expected
with a blooming bride They were married on Thursday.
June 16, 1894 Page 9
Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Johnstone arrived home from the Soo Wednesday evening.
THE NEWS extends congratulation, and wishes the young couple a happy and
prosperous married life-Newberry News.
June 23, 1894 Page 2
The Watson - Sims Wedding
Clark A. Watson, manager of the Island Cedar Co., and Miss Violet E. Sims
daughter of Thomas Sims, of Detour, were united in marriage at Detour at 10
o'clock Monday morning, by the Rev. P. T. Rowe, M.A., of this city. THE NEWS saw
them at the Hotel Cadillac, Detroit, on Wednesday and they looke very happy.
June 23, 1894 Page 2
IN HOLY BONDS
Marriage of Ernest E. Winget and Miss Ethel Scribner
Ernest E. Winget and Miss Ethel Scribner were united in marriage by the Rev.
J. C. Van Auken, the groom's brother-in- law, at the residence of Mr. and Mrs.
N. C. Morgan, on Court street, Tuesday evening. After the ceremony the
principals and gurests adjoined across the street to the residenc of the groom
and enjoyed a bounteous supper prepared and served by Mrs. Morgan. The young
couple received a large number of choice and valuable presents. Mr. Winget has
been a valuable employee of the Troy Landry for a number of years. Mrs. Winget
is the daughter of Jas. G. Scribner, who is well known throughout the county.
Both Mr. and Mrs. Winget are quite popular and their friends all unite in wishes
for their happiness and prosperity.
June 23, 1894 Page 7
Drummond (Special Correspondence)
At the residence of the bride's parents on June 12, David Gibbons and Miss
Rosa McAdam were united in the bond of matrimony by the Rev. G. D. Strickland in
the presence of the relatives and friends of the bride and groom.
June 23, 1894 Page 9
The Quinn - Fogarty Nuptials
Wednesday morning at 8 o'clock, John Quinn and Miss Nellie Fogarty were
married by the Rev. Father Donovan at St. Mary's church. The bride was
handsomely dressed in cream satin. Miss Aggie Moloney acted as bridsmaid and
Angus McDougall as groomsman. Miss Mamie Mahon and Allia Cashen were maids of
honor. After the ceremony the couple proceeded to the Hotel Superior and there
had breakfast with their near relatives only. At 4 o'clok in the afternoon the
couple was escorted to the steamer Alberta, and departd for a wedding tur to
Durham, Ont., the bride's former home. Mr. and Mrs. Quinn will be at home after
July 2.
June 30, 1894 Page 2
Editor F. L. Baldwin Married
The marriage of Miss S. Ella Sanderson to Francis L. Baldwin, of All Train,
who is well known in the Soo, took place this week at the home of the bride's
parents, Rev. and Mrs. R. Sanderson, at Carol, Mich. Mrs. Baldwin is a very
talented young lady. She is a graduate of the Ontario Ladies College, Whitby,
Ont., and also of Albert college, Belleville, Ont. While Mr. Baldwin is the
bright young editor of the Au Train Republican and a rising citizen of the Upper
Peninsula. THE NEWS extends its warmest congratulation.
June 30, 1894 Page 2
Frank Ruehle and Miss Lillie O'Brien were united in marriage last Saturday
night. They have the best wishes of their friends.
June 30, 1894 Page 2
Peter Nichols and Mrs. Addie Hickie, both of East Saginaw were joined in
wedlock by the Rev. C. M. Thomspn, at the Central M. E. Church parsonage, Monday
evening. It is said to be a mingvey match. The groom is a gay youth of 53 and
his bride a coy widow of 10 years his junoir.
June 30, 1894 Page 8
Emma Juch, the singer, was married Monday to Francis L. Wellman, assistant
district attorney of New York.
June 30, 1894 Page 9
William George Pattison and Miss Sophia Wilmott, both of this city, were
united in marriage Wednesday of last week, at the Central M. E. church
parsonage, by the Rev. C. M. Thompson.
June 30, 1894 Page 10
It is reported that Miss Cliffie Ross and Wm. Proctor are to be united in
marriage tonight.
June 30, 1894 Page 10
James Bassett and Miss Ida D. Morland were married in St. James church
Wednesday morning by the Rev. P. T. Rowe, M.A.
June 30, 1894 Page 10
Wesley Watchorn, son of Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Watchorn, was unted in marriage to
Miss Annie Armstrong, of Toronto, Ont. recently.
June 30, 1894 Page 10
Robert Arthur Thompson and Miss Daisy Baxter, both of the Soo, were united in
marriage Wednesday by the Rev. C. M. Thompson.
July 7, 1894 Page 2
The Morrison - Rains Wedding
Lauchlin P. Morrison and Miss Flo Rains were united in marriage by the Rev.
P. T. Rowe, M. A. At the residence of John Hotton, at 9 o'clock Sunday morning.
The ceremony was a quiet one, only the immediate relatives being present. The
bride is a charming and accomplished young lady. She was born in this city. Mr.
Morrison is connected with the staff in the U.S. engineers office here and is a
promising and popular young man. Mr. and Mrs. Morrison departd on the C.P.R.
steamer Athabasca Sunday afternoon for an extended honeymoon trip through
Canada.
July 7, 1894 Page 6
Sugar Island (Special Correspondence)
Wesley Biggers and Miss Kate Parks were united in marriage on Friday of last
week by Justice McKinney. The happy couple have the best wishes of their
friends.
July 14, 1894 Page 8
Mrs. Elizabeth Wallace Dunjam, who got a divorce from ex- congress man r. W.
Dunham of Chicago was married July 5 to Major A. W. Allyn of Chicago. The
wedding took place in the bride's house at Sioux Falls, Bishop Marty
officiating.
July 14, 1894 Page 10
Miss Josie La Plice and J. H. Riley were united in marriage by Justice A. R.
Macdonnell on Friday night of last week.
July 14, 1894 Page 10
Louie Johannson and Miss Edla Duhland, were united in holy matrimony at St.
James' church, last Saturday, by the Rector, Rev. P. T. Rowe, M. A.
July 21, 1894 Page 1
Charles Brown and Miss Mary McLennan, of the Soo, were united in marriage
Thursday of last week by the Rev. G. W. Luther. Mr Brown is an employee of the
Torrent saw mill and set up the cigars to the boys the next day with a lavish
hand. The bride is a charming young lady.
July 21, 1894 Page 1
The Bolender - Klett Wedding
E. Frank Bolender and Miss Grace B. Klett were united in marriage at the
residence of Mrs. Jessie B. Comb, by the Rev. Thos. R. Easterday, at 8 o'clock
Wednesday evening. The groom is a well known tonsorial artist, who has been in
the employ of Jas. Parker for two years. The bride is from Canton, O., and is a
charming and estimable young lady. Mr. and Mrs. Blender have gone to
housekeeping in rooms in the Pease & Lipsett block. THE NEWS joins with
friends in wishing the young couple plenty of unalloyed happiness.
July 21, 1894 Page 1
The Rev. Carman Will Be Wedded
The Rev. J. C. Carman, of the Baptist Tabernacle, left Thursday on the
Manitou for a vacation. The will first go to Ohio, and in a couple of weeks
will be united in marriage with a charming young lady. He and his bride will go
th the Traverse Bay region to spend their honeymoon, and will afterward come to
the Soo to reside. During the Rev. Carman's absence the Tabernacle pulpit will
be filled by the Rev. A. H. Beave, of Saginaw, who arrived on the North West
Thursday.
July 28, 1894 Page 1
A Pretty Home Wedding
Marriage of Elmer O. Troeger and Miss Eva B. Sweatt Tuesday
Miss Eva R. Sweatt, of this city and Elmer O. Troeger, of Hinsdale, Ill.,
were united in marriage last Wednesday. The wedding ceremony was performed in
the afternoon at the sweatt residence on Portage avenue, in the presence of
immediate relatives and a few intimate friends of the family. …
First came the bridesmaid Miss Elsie Sweatt, sister of the bride, who wore a
pretty gown of white and carried La france roses. The bridegroom. O. E.
Troeger, followed accompanied by his bestman, Geor. Troeger, his brother, of
Garner, Iowa. Last came the bride, Miss Sweatt, escorted by her father, J. B.
Sweatt, who gave her away in marriage. The procession passed through the hall
to the fromt parlor, where the ceremony was impresively perfromed by the Rev. T.
R. Easterday. … Mr. and Mrs. Troeger left on the 5 o'clock train Tuesday
afternoon, under a shower of rice and best wishes, for a northern trip before
going to Hinsdale, where they will be at home after Sept. 5.
July 28, 1894 Page 1
IN HYMEN'S HALTER
Nuptials of Charles Y. Dixon and Miss Minnie McIntosh
At the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Duncan McIntosh, t0 Myers street, at 8:30
o'clock Wednesday evening, their daughter, Miss Minnie McIntosh, was united in
marriage to Charles Young Dixon, by the Rev. J. E. Whalen, presiding elder of
the Methodist Episcopal church. The bride was attired in a cream silk dress,
surplice at the waist and trimmed with white lace, and carried a bouquet of
white roses. She was attended by Miss Maud Eckhardt, who wore a gown of cream
cheellis, and carried a bouquet of pink roses. The groom and Benno Bhnert, the
groomsman, apeared in conventional black. After the ceremony a wedding supper
was served and Mr. and Mrs Dixon left on the Mnitou for a wedding trip to
Chicago and Niles, Mish. The later city is the home of the groom.… Mr. and
Mrs. Dixon will be at home after August 7 at 50 Myra street.
August 4, 1894 Page 1
The Allport - Baker Wedding
J. S. Allport, of Bay Mills, and Mrs. May C. Baker, of this city, were united
in marriage, Thursday morning, at the residence of the later, in the Greely
block, by the Rev. F. Bagnall. Mr. and Mrs. Allpot left that afternoon for a
wedding trip to Mackinac Island and other places, after which they will reside
at Bay Miss. Mr. Allport is the master mechanic for the Hall & Munson Co.
Mrs. Allport is a well known and highly respected lady. Their friends join in
best wishes.
August 4, 1894 Page 3
Miss Rebekah Maxwell and George Headley were united in marriage by the Rev.
G. W. Luther Wednesday night.
August 11, 1894 Page 11
George W. Gurnett and Miss Amelia cole, of Canada, were united marriage at
the M. E. Parsonage by the Rev. C. M. Thompson, yesterday morning.
August 18, 1894 Page 9
The Edwards - McDonald Wedding
Miss Eliza McDonald and Peter Edwards were united in marriage at the
residence of the bride's father, Alex McDonald, at 8:30 o'clock Monday night.
The Rev. T. R. Eastday officiated. Miss Belle McDonald acted as bridesmaid.
The groom was attended by his brother, Joseph Edwards, of Chicago. Mr. and Mrs.
Edwards will be at home to friends after Sept 1.
August 25, 1894 Page 2
James Ford and Miss Mary Campbell of this city were united in marriage Monday
morning at St. James church by the Rev. Father Donovan.
September 1, 1894 Page 1
CUPID IS ACTIVE …
A quiet wedding took place Wednesday mornng at St. Mary's church where Miss
Sadie Grady, of Grand Rapids, and Edward J. O'Donnell, of the same city, were
united in marriage. Rev. Father Donovan officiated. After the ceremony the
bridal party was driven to L. J. Coy's residenc, where a delicious wedding
breakfast was served. Miss Grady hs been the guest of Mrs. Cody for a few weeks
and has many friends in the city. She is the accomplished daughter of Mrs. John
Grady, one of Grand Rapids wealthiest residents Mr. O'Donnell is a successful
young business man and holds a fine position with the G.R. & I. R.R. Co. In
Grand Rapids . Mr. and Mrs. O'Donnell took the Faxton for Mackinac Island and
expect to be in Grand Rapids September 10. The young couple have a host of
friends who join in wishing them a happy voyage on the matrimonial sea.
September 1, 1894 Page 1
The marriage of William K. Parsille, of Bay Mills, and Miss May McBride, of
this city, will be celebrated at the residence of Miss McBride's sister, Mrs.
Wm. Leach, of Detroit Wednesday of next week. After the ceremony the young
couple expect to take a ten-days' eastern trip, after which they will return to
Bay Mills, where they will reside.
September 1, 1894 Page 1
Samuel W. Pickford was united in marriage with Miss Kate Sparrow in Toronto,
Thursday. After a homeymoon of three weeks they will return to the Soo, where
they will be at home to their friends after September 20. Mr. Pickford is the
junior member of the firm of C. W. Pickford & Son, day goods merchant. He
is a young man of promise and has thorough business qualifications. The bride
is the daughter of W. H. Sparrow, a wealthy and well known Toronto merchant.
Mr. Pickford has leased one of the Jackson cottages, where he and the bride will
reside They will receive a warm welcome and THE NEWS joins with Mr. and Mrs.
Pickford's friends in heartfelt congratulations.
September 1, 1894 Page 1
John Irwin and Miss Kate Comb were joined in wedlock at 8:30 o'clock Thursday
night, at the residence of the bride's mother, Mrs. Jessie O. Comb, on Dawson
street, by the Rev. T. R. Easterday. Byron Campbell acted as bestman, and Miss
Jennie Ritchie as bridesmaid. Only the immediate relatives and a few friends
were present. Mr. Irwin is a well known contractor and builder, and his bride is
a young lady of many accomplishments. Mr. and Mrs. Irwin expect to reside with
Mrs. Comb until Mr. Irwins's fine new residence is completed.
September 1, 1894 Page 1
George Freeborn and Miss Maggie Follis were united in marriage Wednesday
night. Both parties are well known and popular. THE NEWS extends
congratulations.
September 1, 1894 Page 1
Thos. E. King and Amanda Dean will be united in marriage at the residence of
the bride's parents next Wednesday evening.
September 1, 1894 Page 4
The State of Superior
Editor J. B. Knight of the Norway Current, also mineral statistician of
Michigan, was recently married at Minneaplois to Mrs. Martha Carpenter. Here's
conratulations Jim.
September 8, 1894 Page 1
Trio of Weddings
Well Known Young People Joined in Holy Bonds This Week
Thos. E. King and Miss Amanda Dean were united in marriage Wednesday evening,
at the residence of the bride's parents, by the Rev. C.M.Thompson. Only the
relatives and a few friends were in attendance. Many handsome and useful
presents were received. One of the presents received was a bible printed in
1775, a heir loom of the King family. Mr. King has been employed by Geo. E.
Bernier for seven years and is a well known young man. The bride is a charming
and accomplished young lady. Mr. and Mrs. King will reside on Portage avenue
east. …
Monday Night at the Presbyterian parsonage occurred the nuptials of Henry
Barton and Miss Maggie McEdward. No guests were in attendance. John Barton,
brother of the groom, acted as best man, and Miss Annie Mackie as bridesmaid.
After the ceremony, which was performed by the Rev. G.W.Luther, the young couple
took passage on the Cambria for Meaford, Not., where they will honeymoon. On
their return home Mr. and mrs. Barton will occupy A.B.Cracknell's cozy cottage
on Ann Street. Both have many friends in the city. The bride is a most estimable
young lady, a member of the Presbyterian church and prominently identified with
church work. The groom a painter in the employe of A.B.Cracknell and is a
steady and reliable young man. A host of friends wish them bon voyage over the
matrimonial sea.
The marriage ceremony of W. K.Parsille, of Bay Mills, and Miss May McBride,
of this city, was solemized at the residence of the bride's sister, Mrs. Wm.
Leach, at Detroit, Wednesday avening. After a two week's trip the young couple
will return to Bay Mills, their future home. Both have a wife circle of friends
and acquaintances who wish them prosperity.
September 8, 1894 Page 9
The genial Boniface at Algoma Mills, Mr. Richard Gacklin has been and gone
and done it tot he surpise and delight of all his friends. He was married last
week to Miss Thomas, a sister of his brother-in-law, well known as a conductor
on the C.P.R. between Sudbury and Chalk River. Dick is away on the "grand tour"
during which he will take in the Toronto exhibition.
September 15, 1894 Page8
FORT BRADY BUDGET
Corp. Paul E. Guyot, provost serveant, Co. D 19th infantry, and Miss Belle
Nathews were united in marriage Monday of last week. Justice A. R. Macdonnell
tiedthe knot. Corporal Guyot and his bride will live for the present with Mr.
and Mrs. Henry Nathews.
September 15, 1894 Page 10
Dr. Geo. D. Beech and Miss Mary C. Spalding, were united in marriage
Wednesday morning, Sept. 5, at Ishpeming, at the home of the bride's sister,
Mrs. Charles T. Fairairn. The bride is a sister of C. H. Spalding and a niece of
Capt. and Mrs. W. P. Spalding, of this city, and formerly resided here.
September 22, 1894 Page 9
CANADAIAN SAULT
John Collins, of this town, and Miss Mary Letcher, of the Michigan Soo,
daughter of Capt. And Miss Henry Letcher, were united in marriage by the Rev.
Fr. Nault Wednesday night. Adam Haller, of Michigan Soo, and Miss Mary Linke
acted as best man and bridesmaid respectively. Mr. and Mrs. Collins are now at
home to their friends in their fine new residence.
September 29, 1894 Page 1
WILL BE WEDDED
Prospective Nuptials of Adam Haller and Miss Mary A. Linke
J. Adam Haller and Miss mary A. Linke will be united in marriage at St.
Mary's church, at 8 o'clock next Monday morning, by the Rev. Fr. Donovan, S. J.
Mis Matilda Linke sister of the bride, will be bridesmaid and Augustus Supe will
be groomsman. The prospecive bride is the eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Chas.
J. Linke, old and highly respected residents, and is one of the Soo's
accomplished and charming young ladies. Adam Haller has lived in the city for
years and has been employed by his brother, J.P.Haller, during his residence
here. He is quite popular. After the ceremony the young couple expect to leave
on a 10-days' wedding trip to Detroit, Bay City and Mt. Clemens. Where they will
reside after their return has not been decided upon as yet.
September 29, 1894 Page 2
The Tate - Mitten Nuptials
Edward Tate and Miss Amelia Mitten were united in marrage at the residence of
Mr. and Mrs. I. E. Bitting, by the Rev. Bitting, Wednesday evening, September
12. The affair was a surprise to the friends of the contracting parties. It
was only made public a few days ago. Mr. Tate is one of the city's leading
photographers and is an old Soo boy. The bride is the daughter of J. R. Mitten,
a Chippewa county farmer, and is a charming young lady. Mr. and Mrs. Tate will
reside with Mr. and Mrs. Jno. Tate for the present.
October 6, 1894 Page 2
The Haller - Linke Wedding
Adam Haller and Miss Mary A. Linke were united in marriage early Monday
morning. By the Rev. Father. D. Donovan, at St. Mary's church. The groom was
supported by Gus Supe, and the bride by her sister, Miss Matilda Linke. The
young couple left on the Minnie M. The same morning, for a wedding trip to
Detroit and Mt. Clemens. Mr. Halled is one of the Soo's enterprising and
popular young men. Mrs. Haller is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C.J.Linke, and
is an accomplished young lady.
October 6, 1894 Page 2
Tuesday evening Ed. Campbell and Miss Rachael TenEycke were united in
marriage by the Rev. G.W.Luther, at the residence of the bride's parents, Mr.
and Mrs. J.C.TenEycke. Mr. Campbell is a well and favorably known young man and
the bride is an accomplished young lady.
October 6, 1894 Page 3
Their Wooden Wedding
Dr. and Mrs. B.D.Harison will celebrate the fifth anniversary of their
marriage next Tuesday evening, at their rooms in the McKeone apartment house.
Their will be dancing and carks. Neat birchbark invitations to the affair have
been issued.
October 13, 1894 Page 4
Donaldson (Special Correspondence)
Miss Bella, daughter of Mrs. and Mrs. David Lyall, was married to F.
McKenzie, at Donaldson, Wednesday of last week. The ceremony was performed by
the Rev. J.A.McAlmont. Both were well known and popular. We wish them much joy.
October 13, 1894 Page 9
CANADIAN SAULT
The Methodist church was crowded Thursday evening to witness the marriage of
R. Birns of the west end with Miss Jane, youngest daughter of Edward Biggings,
of the Pioneer. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Mr. Manning, and after the
event there was a supper given to a large number of friends at Mr. Bigging's
residence. It is understood the happy couple intend making an early visit to
the groom's friends in Scotland.
October 20, 1894 Page 2
Henry Jenkins, of the Canadian Soo and Miss Barbara Brownleaf, were married
by the Rev. T.R. Easterday, at his residence, Tuesday evening.
October 20, 1894 Page 12
Harper - Welsh Wedding
Wm. Harper and Miss Hannah Welsh, of Dafter, were united in matrimony by the
Rev. C.M. Thompson, at the residence of the bride's parents in Stevensburg, last
Wednesday evening. A large company of friends attended, and presents of a
useful and ornamental character were numerous. THE NEWS wishes the happy pair a
long life and a happy one. …
October 22, 1894 Page 2
The Secret Marriage of J.H. More and Miss Roxie Trempe
A sensation was created this week in the Soo by the announcement that two
well known and popular young people had been secretly married nearly three
months ago. The principals in the romantic event are John H. More and Miss
Roxie Tremp. The young couple kept their secret well for a long time. But it
finally leaked out through some thoughtless word. Friends set to work to
investigate and soon ascertained the truth. In response to inquires Miss Marie
Trempe obtained this week from Windsor, Ont., a copy of the marriage
certificate, which set all doubts at rest.
This copy reads as follows:
Married-On the 6th day of August in All Saint's church, at Windsor, Ont. by
Canon Hincks, Miss Roxie Trempe and John H. More, both of Sault Ste. Marie,
Michigan, USA.
The bride is a young lady, who comes from one of the oldest and most highly
respected families in the Soo. She is a daughter of the late Louis P. Trempe,
and is an accomplished and charming young lady. Everybody knows good natured
Justice John H. More, who had lived in the Soo for four or five years. THE NEWS
joins with their large circle of friends in extending best wishes to Mr. and
Mrs. John H. More.
November 3, 1894 Page 3
Another write up of Wm Harpe and Miss Annie Welsh Wedding
November 3, 1894 Page 8
Rosedale (Special Correspondence)
During the busy months of the past, when every one seemed intent with their
work, Cupid also as busy ensnarling Mrs. Allan and John Fox into his net and has
succeeded in having them joined in the bonds of matrimony. Mr. and Mrs. Fox are
both highly respected citizens of this place and all join in well wishes for the
happy couple.
November 10, 1894 Page 5
Alex. Fluette and Miss Sarah Boucher were married at Bay Mills. Rev. John
McGregor officiated.
November 10, 1894 Page 8
Canadian Sault
The marriage of Sidney Penarwood and Miss Jennie McLeod was celebrated at St.
Luke's church Wednesday night. The Rev. Mr. Renison officiated. Miss Sarah Pim
was the bridesmaid and Frank Penharwood acted as best man.
November 10, 1894 Page 11
On Thursday evening, at the residence of, and by the Rev. T.R. Easterday,
Chas. Barnes and Miss Mina Johnston, both of this city, were united in marriage.
November 17, 1894 Page 3
Kinross (Special Correspondence)
Mr. and Mrs Charles Van De Vord, of the Soo, who were married there
Wednesday, made their wedding trip to Kinross and were the guests of Mr. and
Mrs. Wm. Reech. They moved on Mr. Reich's farm where they will reside for the
winter.
November 17, 1894 Page 3
Hay Lake (Special Correspondence)
Mrs. Martha Allan and John Fox were united in marriage last Saturday by the
Rev. Mr. Hutt.
November 24, 1894 Page 9
Geo. A. Boyd, of the Canadian Soo, and Miss Ella M. Ripley will be married
next Wednesday evening at the residence of the prospective bride's parents, in
this city.
December 1, 1894 Page 2
Boyd - Ripley Nuptials
Two Well Known Young People Joine in Wedlock
Miss Ella M. Ripley, of this city, and George A. Boyd, of the Canadian Soo,
were united in marriage at the bride's home on Ridge street Wednesday night at
8 o'clock, by the Rev. T.R. Easterday, assisted by the Rev. Frederick Bagnall,
in the presence of a large number of friends. Miss Evelyn Hamilton, of Newberry,
was the bridesmaid, and H. Delayne, of the Canadian Soo, acted as best man. The
house was tastily decorated and music was furnished by Prof. Laugier's
orchestra. The bride is the daughter of Capt. And Mrs. Chas. Ripley and has
lived in the Soo all her life. She is a young lady of refinement and
accomplishment. Mr. Boyd is an employee of his uncle in the Pacific Hotel, in
the Canadian Soo, and is a popular young man. Mr. and Mrs. Boyd departed
Thursday morning's train for a short visit with Mr. Boyd's parents at Thessalon,
after which they will make an extended eastern trip and be at home to their
friends in the Canadian Soo after January 1.
December 1, 1894 Page 2
A Wedding of Local Interest
Miss Lillian M. Jenne, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. L. D. Jenne, who formerly
lived in the Soo, was united in marriage Nov. 21, at Eaton Rapids. This is what
the Eaton Rapids Herald of Nov. 22 says of the affair.
It is a pleasure to announce to our readers this week the wedding of two of
Eaton Rapid's highly esteemed young people. The bride is the daughter of L.D.
Jennie, the agricultural implement dealer and alderman of the second ward of
this city, and the groom, Mr. Smith is a trusted and faithful employee at the
Michigan Central railroad depot at this station. The wedding was strictly a
quiet home affair, only a very few intimate friends and relatives being present.
All who know Mr. and Mrs Smith will wish them much happiness in life together.
The Herald extendes congratulation.
December 1, 1894 Page 2
At St. James rectory, on Thanksgiven day, Levi Mattson and Mrs. Katherina
Mustonen, were united in holy matrimony by the Rev. P.T.Rowe, M.D.
December 1, 1894 Page 5
Dafter (Special Correspondence)
On Wednesday, Nov. 21, at the residence of the bride's parents, John Fagan
and Miss Alice Hillier were united in marriage by the Rev. McCalmont. Miss
Carrie Rye acted as bridesmaid and andy Hillier as best man. About fifty
friends and relatives were present and many costly and valuable presents were
received.
December 1, 1894 Page 5
Alexanderville (Special Correspondence)
H. F. Hughes and Miss Rebecca Tregenza were united in marriage Wednesday at
the residence of Mr. and Mrs. H.G.Jones, by the Rev. J.C. Carman.
December 15, 1894 Page 1
Geo. Mackie, son of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Mackie, who live near the Soo, was
united in marriage with Miss Lena Overman on Nov. 27, at Duluth.
December 29, 1894 Page 1
Harry W. Clarke Will Wed.
Harry W. Clarke, cashier of the Manistque bank and Miss Evelyn McCorquodale
will be married next Wednesday evening at 7 o'clock at the residence of the
bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. R.C. McCorquodale, No. 362 Adelaide street,
Toront. He is making a mark for himself in the business world. The bride is a
charming and popular young lady. THE NEWS extends them the compliments of the
season and wishes them much joy.
December 29, 1894 Page 7
Bay Mills (Special Correspondence)
At the residence of the bride's parents, in Superior, Dec. 25, 1894, Thos. J.
Bride and Miss Rachael Curry, both of Superior, were united in marriage by the
Rev. W.E.Brown. The groom was assisted by his brother, George Bridge, of Bay
Mills, and the bride by Miss Mae Gowan, of Sault Ste. Marie. The groom is an
excellant young man and has a host of friends.. The brid is an estimable young
lady and is very popular wherever she is known. The happy couple have the best
wishes of their many friends.
December 29, 1894 Page 8
Miss Empson Married This Week
The Rev. and Mrs. G.C.Empson desire the present of all friends at the
marriage of their daughter, Hilda, to Alfred M. Smith, Thursday Dec. 27, 1894,
at 3 o'clock p.m. in the Congregational church. Reception in the parsonage
immediately after the ceremony. At home after Jan 31. No cards.
January 5, 1895 Page 1
The Follis-Everett Wedding
Robert Follis and Miss Eleanor Everett were united in Marriage, by Rev. G.
Luther, at the residence of the bride's parents, on New Year's evening. Miss
Kate Ross acted as bridesmaid and Wm. Follis as groomsman. Both Mr. and Mrs.
Follis are well known and popular young people and their many friends join in
extending their best wishes.
January 5, 1895 Page 2
Smith-Empson Nuptials
A Gladstone Wedding of Special Local Interest
One of the most pleasant weddings that ever occurred in Gladstone, was that
of A.P. Smith and Miss Hilda Empson, which occurred Thursday afternoon of last
week in the Congregational church in the Soo. Miss Guillie Empsom, of this city,
and Miss Ethelwun Empson, were the bridesmaids, both being sisters of the bride.
The groom was supported by Messrs. O.S.Mertz, of Gladstone and Raymond Empson,
of Detriot, the latter a brother of the bride. The happy couple received many
beautiful presents from friends at the Soo and elsewhere. Mr. and Mrs. Smith are
spending their honeymoon in Chicago and the east.
January 5, 1895 Page 2
Harry W. Clark, of Manistique, and Miss Evelyn McCorquodale were united in
mattiage at the residence of the brides parents in Toronto Wednesday night. The
News extends congratulations.
January 12, 1895 Page 6
Neebish (Special Correspondence)
We had two weddings just before Christmas, P. McDonald and John Delayer were
married to the two Misses Coulson. Two more marriages are expected to come off
in the near future.
January 19, 1895 Page 1
Their China Wedding
Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Sweet Celebrate Their 20th Marriage Anniversary
Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Sweet celebrated their china wedding at their home at the
head of Canal street Monday night. A large number of friends were present …
January 19, 1895 Page 1
Married on Monday, Jan 7, by Justice Rutherford, Mr. Felix Paquin to Miss
Susan Duquette, of the Soo-- St. Ignace Enterprise.
January 19, 1895 Page 1
The twelfth wedding anniversary of Postmaster and Mrs. Jas. Ryan occurred
Wednesday. It was celebrated at their residence by a quiet family gathering
curing the evening.
January 19, 1895 Page 2
A Pretty Home Wedding
That of Miss Evelyn McCorquodale and Harry W. Clarke, at Toronto
In the Toronto Saturday Night, of Jan 5, appeared the following notice of the
recent marriage there of Miss Evelyn McCorquodale and Harry W. Clarke.
A pretty home wedding took place on Wednesday evening at residence of Mr.
Graham H. Macpherson, 326 Adelaide street west, when Miss Evelyn Shanly
McCorquodale became Mrs. Harry Williams Clarke. The ceremony was performed by
Rev. Mr. Williams of St. John's church, and was witnessed by a pleasant party of
relatives and friends. Miss McCorquodale wore a simple wedding gown of white
silk, and her bridesmaid Miss Cassie Richardson, of Chatham, was in deep pink
faille with points of antique lace. Fine Miss Edith Macpherson was in white
crepe with huglesleeves of white India silk, and acted as maid of honor. Capt.
McCorquodale, father of the bride, gave her away, and Dr. Sinclair, T.G.H. acted
as best man. The guests and bridal party partook of a dainty supper, after which
Mr. and Mrs. Clarke left for their home in Manistique.…
January 19, 1895 Page 8
Dr. Geo. M. Ross and Miss Winnie Scribner were recently married and are now
living at Superior, Wis.
January 26, 1895 Page 8
James Wilson, of Pickford, and Mrs. Delphyna Sabin, of the Soo, were united
in marriage, Jan. 17, at the M E parsonage by Rev. C.M. Thompson.
January 26, 1895 Page 8
Bay Mills (Special Correspondence)
Jas. Allport was married in Mount Clemens Jan 15 to Miss Pelter, of that
place. Mr. and Mrs. Allport expect to visit Detroit and Windsor and will then
come to Bay Mills. We wish them success in their journey through life.
January 26, 1895 Page 8
Bay Mills
Mr. and Mrs. Poultney invited a few of their friends to take tea with them
Sunday evening. That day was the eight anniversary of their marriage.
February 2, 1895 Page 2
On the Matrimonial Sea
The Rev. P. T. Rowe united two couples in marriage Monday afternoon, at the
rectory of St. James church. Those who were made happy mariners on the
matrimonial sea were: Angus Cameron and Miss Mary E. Lane: Alex
McPherson and Miss Florence E. Manning.
February 9, 1895 Page 4
Nebish Nuggets (Special Correspondence)
Wh had another wedding Jan 28, Mr. and Mrs. Heman Miller were
re-married by the priest and several children were baptized.
February 23, 1895 Page 2
B. Rohnert departed Tuesday morning for Milwaukee, to attend the marriage
ceremony of his brother, Morse Rohnert of Detroit, and Miss Emma
Uiblein, of Milwaudee. Morse Rohnert is on of the Detroit's popular young
republican politicians and his bride is the daughter of Henry Uihlein, of the
Schlilz Brewing Co.
March 2, 1895 Page 8
Today is the eight anniversary of the wedding of Mr. and Mrs. H. F.
Gruendler.
March 9, 1895 Page 1
Soo Social Doings
Trio of Weddings Occur
There could not have been a lovelier wedding then that which occurred at the
Central Methodist Episcopal church last Wednesday afternoon at 4:15 o'clock,
when Miss Mina Clarke and Norman Lestil Martin met at the altar.
The very important words which merged two lives into one were spoken by the Rev.
C.M. Thompson pastor of the church, assisted by Rev. J. E. Whalen presiding
elder. Mendelsohn's wedding march was played by Mrs. J. E. Whalen. The bride was
attired in a handsome tailor made traveling suit of pearl gray and carried a
beautiful bouquet of white carnations. The bridesmaid, Miss Ann Riordan, was
likewise attired in a tailor-made gown of dark gray and carried a bouquet of
pink and garnet carnations. The wedding was a public one. No formal invitations
were issued. The high esteem in which the happy couple are held was shown by the
large audience that assembled to witness the ceremony. … Mr. and Mrs.
Martin were tendered a reception, at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. James W.
McTavish of whom the bride is a sister …
March 9, 1895 Page 1
Shunk - Bishop
Jacob Shunk and Miss Gussie Bishop were united in matrimony on
Wednesday, March 6th, at 4 o'clock p.m. at the residence of the groom's father,
William Shunk, the marriage service of the Episcopal church being read by the
rector, the Rev. P. T. Rowe M.A. The bride and groom were supported by Miss
Tillie Shunk and P. Shephard. …
The Richard - Johnston Nuptials
Alfred A. Richards and Miss Lydia P. Johnston were quietly
united in marriage, at the Central Methodist parsonage, Monday night by the Rev.
C. M. Thompson. Both the contracting parties are well and favourably known to
everybody. …
March 16, 1895 Page 2
Returned With a Bride
R. S. Welsh, of Dafter, was in the city Wednesday. Mr. Welsh was on
his way home from Edinburg, Miss., where he had been teaching school for several
months. On his way home he stopped for a day at Lansing, where he wedded Miss
Nellie Gongwer, of that city. Mr. and Mrs. Welsh spent a day here and
left Thursday for Dafter where they will reside.
March 16, 1895 Page 10
Samuel Preslan and Miss Jennie Eagle of Soo Township, were
married Wednesday at Wm. Eagle's, by the Rev. T. R. Easterday.
March 23, 1895 Page 1
A Double Wedding
The Rev. C.M. Thompson united two couples in the bonds of matrimony at the
M.E. parsonage Wednesday afternoon at 1 o'clock. The happy persons were
Samuel Parker and Louise Brindley, and Edward A. Cowan and
Sarah Fletcher, all of this county.
March 23, 1895 Page 10
Ed. J. Goulding was married in Detroit last week. Mr. Goulding is well
known here.
March 23, 1895 Page 10
Thos. Eray and Miss Mina Tripp, of Stalwart, were married
Monday evening at to M.E. parsonage by the Rev. C. M. Thompson.
March 23, 1895 Page 10
A marriage license was issued yesterday by Deputy County clerk Jean Webster
to Louis Massay, aged 62 years, and Mrs. Mary L. Johnston aged 35
years. Mr. Massay is better known as the "Frenchy Doctor."
March 30, 1895 Page 8
Wednesday evening at the residence of William Eagle, on South Grand avenue,
David Eagle and Eliza J. House, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James F.
House, were married by Rev. T.R. Easterday. Mr. and Mrs. Eagle will remain at
the old homestead, Mr. Eagle being the last to wed of a large family.
April 20, 1895 Page 10
Frederick E. Dunbar to Wed
Friends of Frederick E. Dunbar, cousin of H. T. Dunbarr, of this city
and a member of the firm of Dunbar & Sullivan, received the announcement of
his marriage to Miss Blanche Wales, which happy event will occur next
Wednesday at Stoughton, Mass., where the young couple will be at home to their
friends after July 10. Soo friends tender feicitations.
Apri 27, 1895 Page 10
Stephen Hines and Miss Mary Glacken will be united in marriage
next month.
May 4, 1895 Page 2
Stephen A. Hines and Miss Mary Glacken were united in marriage
at St. Mary's church at 6 o'clock Monday morning. The Rev. Fr. D. Donovan
officiated.
April 13, 1895 Page 1
Freeman W. Stowe and Miss Cillia A. Cheseboro, both of
Minneapolis, were married by the Rev. T. R. Easterday, at his residence,
Wednesday afternoon. The happy couple left for the west on the evening train.
April 13, 1895 Page 7
Thomas Montgomery, of this city, and Miss Ella E. Botting, of
Bay Mills, were married by the Rev. J. C. Carman, at the Baptiste parsonage,
April 2. After the ceremony the happy couple were driven to the home of Mr. and
Mrs. Donald McFarlane, Sugar Island, where they were tendered a warm reception.
Mr. and Mrs. Montgomery will reside at Bay Mills.
April 13, 1895 Page 9
Bay Mills (Special Correspondence)
Thomas Montgomery and Miss Nellie Botting were united in
marriage at the Soo on April 2d. …
April 13, 1895 Page 9
Phillip Botting was recently united in marriage to Miss Minnie
Saunders of Westport, Canada, and returne to Bay Mills, where they intend to
live in the future. We wish the young couple success.
May 18, 1895 Page 1
Alex. P. Stewart, of Cheboygan, and Miss Victoria May Harkness,
of Sault Ste. Marie, were married at the Presbyterian church parsonage by the
Rev. C. P. Bates, May 10.
May 25, 1895 Page 11
Rudyard (Special Correspondence)
Last Wednesday evening at the home of H. H. Wyatt occurred the marriage of
Walter Cottle to Miss Minnie Jacobson, two of Rudyard's most
popular people. It was a very quiet affair. Those present besides the family of
Mr. Wyatt were: Mr. and Mrs. N.B.Sprague and A. F. McKellar. The yougn couple
have the best wishes of a large cirlce of friends. Squire Glendinning tied the
knot like an old veteran.
June 1, 1895 Page 12
Wm. M. Miller, of Orillia, Ont., and Miss Rhoda A. Rowe, of
Little Current, Ont. Were united in marriage at the M.E. parsonage, by the Rev.
C. M. Thompson, last Saturday evening.
June 1, 1895 Page 12
Wm. Londry, of the Canadian Soo, and Miss Minnie Eagle were
united in marriage last Wednesday at the residence of A. T. Eagle on the Hay
Lake road. The Rev. J. E. Whalen officiated.
June 8, 1895 Page 1
An approaching Marriage
Alex McDonald and Miss Anna Turner Will Be Wedded Monday
The marriage of Miss Anna Turner and Alex McDonald is announced
for next Monday night at 8 o'clock. The ceremony will be performed at St. James'
church, and the Rev. P.T.Rowe, M.A. will officiate. Miss Maggie Lemon will act
as bridesmaid and the groom will by attended by Chas. Vogel. Miss Turner is one
of the Soo's fairest and most highly accomplished daughters.… The couple
will reside with the prospective bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Turner, on
Williams street.
June 8, 1895 Page 4
Canadian Sault
Charles Rooney was united in the holy bonds of matrimony on Monday to
Miss Sarah McDonald, formerly of Glengarry, Ont. The marriage ceremony
was performed by the Rev. A. Primeau, S.J., rector of the church of Sacred
Heart. The church was filled with the many friends and acquaintances of the
happy couple.
June 8, 1895 Page 11
Norman S. Pace, of Bruce Mines, and Miss M. Louise Ros, of this
city, were married Wednesday morning at 9 o'clock. The Rev. C. P. Bates
performed the ceremony.
June 8, 1895 Page 12
Mr. and Mrs. N. A. Burdick will give a dancing party at the boat club
hall next Tuesday evening to commemorate their fifth wedding anniversay.
June 15, 1895 Page 1
Engagement Announced
The engagement of Miss Marie Sophia Trempe and Capt. A. McC.
Guard is announced. Miss Trempe is one of the Soo's fairest daughters and
Capt. Guard is a popular officer at Fort Brady.
June 15, 1895 Page 2
Private F. Durkee, Co. P., Nineteenth Infantry, Fort Brady, and Miss
Verna E. Phillips were married Monday evening at the residence of Mrs.
Fred Bernier, Amanda street. The Rev. C. M. Thompson performed the ceremony.
June 15, 1895 Page 12
In Hymen's Halter
Nuptials of Alex. McDonald and Miss Anna E. Turner
The marriage ceremony of Alex. McDonald and Miss Anna E. Turner
was celebrated a St. James church at 8 o'clock Monday evening. The Rev. P. T.
Rowe officiated. Miss Maggie Lemon acted as bridesmaid and Charles Vogel was
groomsman. Miss Turner was attired in a travelling suit of light blue green with
navy blue trimmings and cream insertions. She carried white roses. The
bridesmaid wore brown and cream challie with pink trimmings and carried pink and
white roses.…
June 29, 1895 Page 4
Fort Brady Budget
The wedding ceremony of Capt. Alexander McCook Guard and Miss Maria
Sophia Trempe will be celebrated at St. Mary's Church Tuesday morning, July
16, at 10 o'clock.
June 29, 1895 Page 10
A wedding occurred at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. N. C. Morgan Tuesday
evening. The contracting parties were the Rev. A. J. Baldwin, of Nora,
Ill., and Miss Bessie Lee, a sister of Mr. Morgan. The Rev. T. Bagnall
and T.R. Easterday officiated.
June 29, 1895 Page 10
Mrs. N. O'Brien celebrated her 25th anniversary of her wedding Monday.
Many of her friends called on her during the day, left pretty presents and
extended congratulations. From her daughters, the Miss Rose and Maggie she
received a handsome solid silver set.
June 29, 1895 Page 12
Mrs. Mary McIntosh, of Sault Ste. Marie, and David C. Talbot
were married last evening at the house of the bride's sister, 347 Bluff street.
Miss Lizzie Loranz was bridesmaid and J. W. Donohue was best man and Rev. Mr.
Spencer tied the nuptial knot. - Marquette Mning Journal, June 25.
July 6, 1895 Page 4
Canadian Sault
James E. Livingstone was married on Monday to Isabella McMath
by the Rev. C. E. Manning at the residence of the bride's parents.
July 13, 1895 Page 1
Merry Marriage Bells
Capt. Alex. McC. Guard and Miss M. S. Trempe to be Wedded Tuesday
…Capt Alexander McCook Guard and Miss Maria Sophia Trempe
which will occur next Tuesday morning at St. Mary's church, at 10 o'clock.…
The bride will be given away by L.P. Trempe, jr., her eldest brother.…
Miss M. E. Trempe is a daughter of the late L.P. Trempe, one of the early
pioneers of Chippewa county. She was born and brought up here.… Captain
Alexander McCook Guard numbers his friends by his acquaintances.… He comes
from one of the best known Scotch-Irish families in America the famous 'Fighting
McCooks,' of Ohio. His mother was a daughter of Major Daniel McCook, who, with
his 10 sons, were famous during the civil war.…
July 13, 1895 Page 1
John Teets and Miss Jane Esther Atkinson, both of Neaseville,
were united in marriage Wednesday at the home of the bride's parents, by the
Rev. C. P. Bates.
July 13, 1895 Page 1
John Swartz and Miss Cora A. Billiet, of Rhinelander, Wis.,
were married by Justice Danfroth yesterday afternoon. Attorney W. M. Snell was
best man and Herbert Adams supported the bride.
July 20, 1895 Page 1
Guard-Trempe Nuptials
A Pretty Church Wedding at St. Mary's Tuesday Morning
One of the prettiest church weddings which has been celebrated in this city
occurred at 10 o'clock Tuesday morning, in St. Mary's church. It was that of
Capt. Alexander McCook Guard, Company D., 19th U.S. Infantry, of Fort
Brady, and Miss Marie Sophia Trempe, daughter of the late Louise P.
Trempe. The Rev. F. D. Donovan, S.J., performed the cermony.… At the
stroke of 1o o'clock the bridal party appeared at the main front entrance of the
church. This was the signal for allie Trempe, brother of the bride, who presided
at he orgn, to begin the musical program.… On the bridal march Miss Leona
Trempe, sister of the bride, who acted as bridesmaid follower the ushers. She
wore a dress of white mulle, trimmed with white chiffon, and carried a bunch of
white carnation. Then came the bride, attired in a travelling suit of grey, on
the arm of her brother L. R. Trempe, jr., carrying a whit e covered prayer book.
The mother and sister of the groom Mesdames Baldwin and Girard, with Lieut.
Johnson and Leonard followed. The groom and groomsman, W.C. Marsh, entered the
church through a side entrance and met the bridal party at the chancel rail,
where the cermony was performed.…
July 13, 1895 Page 3
Pickford (Special Correspondence)
At the residence of the bride's parents on Wednesday, at 2 o'clock, Edward
Steele and Miss Nora Wannocott were united in the holy bonds of
matrimony by the Rev. H. Gillingham. The young couple are well known and have
the best wishes of their many friends.
July 13, 1895 Page 3
Ewen Station (Special Correspondence)
Miss Mary Wood and E. M. Fish were united in wedlock last
Saturday evening. Miss Wood is one of Ewen's most popular young ladies and
formerly lived in the Soo. Mr. Fish who is from Maine, is a pleasant young
gentleman.
July 13, 1895 Page 10
John Alex. Stewart and Miss Annie M. Thomlinson, both of Sault
Ste. Marie, Ont., were united in marriage at the Presbyterian parsonage
Wednesday by the Rev. C.P. Bates.
July 13, 1895 Page 11
Mr. and Mrs.W. T. Burton, celebrated the 25th anniversary of their
marriage Wednesday.
July 13, 1895 Page 11
Wedded at Florence (Florence Mining News,July 13)
Wm. J. Black, of Sault Ste. Marie, and Miss Allice Welch, of
Commonwealth, were quietly married by the Rev. C. Vanier at the Catholic
parsonage, this city, at 3 o'clock Wednesday afternoon. Mr. Black formerly
resided at Commonwealth and is amember of Badger Tent, K. O.T.M., And the bride,
who is a daughter of John Welch, who is one of the oldest residents of
commonwealth. The Mining News wishes the young couple a long life of happiness.
Mr. and Mrs. Black left for their future home at the Soo yesterday.
July 27, 1895 Page 1
Will Be Wedded Tonight
James Allen and Miss Gertie Coe will be united in marriage in
St. James' church at 8 o'clock tonight. The Rev. P.T. Rowe, M.A. will officiate.
The contracting parties are both popular young people. The announcement of their
marriage will be a surprise to their many friends, the greater number of whom
will receive the first information of the event by this notice.…
August 3, 1895 Page 11
Former Soo Girl Married
Cards were received here this week announcing the marriage of Miss Edna
Egglefield to Edgar O. Freeman, of Chrokee, Ia, July 25, at the
residence of the bride's sister Mrs. H. J. Westoner, 5538 Carpenter street,
Chicago, Ill. Mrs. Freeman was a former teacher in the public schools of Sioux
City, Ia. She is a sister of Mrs. Anna M. Reynolds and Miss Ettie Egglefield of
this city, and has may friends and acquaintances here who tender sincere
congratulations.
August 3, 1895 Page 14
James Follis and Miss Minnie Stanley were united in marriage at
Stirlingville Monday morning.
August 3, 1895 Page 14
Gus Supe and Miss Tillie Linke were quietly united in marriage
at the Catholic parsonage Thursday evening by Fr. Donovan.
August 3, 1895 Page 14
Walter Parsille and Miss Miller Soper were united in marriage
at Bay Mills Wednesday evening. The Rev. P. T. Rowe, M. A. , performed the
ceremony.
August 24, 1895 Page 1
Wedding Bells
At St. Andrew's Presbyterian church, Sault Ste. Marie, Ont., on Tuesday, by
the Rev. Wm. Cochran, D.D., of Zion Presbyterian church, Brantford, Ont.
Assisted by the Rev. Charles ?Ths. Tough of Hornby township of Trafalgar,
was married to Miss Jennie Miller, of Sault Ste. Marie, formerly of
Paris, Ont., …
September 7, 1895 Page 2
Warren Brown and Nellie Treganza were united in marriage Monday by Rev. P. T.
Rowe. The ceremony was performed at St. James' rectory.
September 7, 1895 Page 2
Atwood-Heichhold Nuptials
The marriage of Frank B. Atwood and Miss Ellie W. Heichhold was celebrated in
the parlors of the Hotel Perry at 7 o'clock last Sunday morning, the Rev. C. M.
Thompson officiating. Mr. and Mrs. Atwood left at 8 o'clock a.m. on the steamer
China for Mackinac Island, returning home on the Minnie M. Monday night.
September 7, 1895 Page 3
Married at the Presbyterian parsonage, Sunday, by Rev. C. P. Bates, Charles
Dorie and Miss Sadie McInnis, both of this city.
September 7, 1895 Page 3
Married, by the Rev. C. P. Bates, Tuesday, at the residence of David
Matthews, Charles Roberts and Miss Margaret Gillis, both of this city.
September 7, 1895 Page 3
Charles Scanlon, of Bay Mills and Miss Sarah Warren, of this city, were
married at the Presbyterian parsonage Wednesday by the Rev. C. P. Bates.
September 7, 1895 Page 8
Miss Gertie Edwards Wedded
The Groom is James Shipp, a Prominent Young Man of Superior.
Mr. James Shipp and Miss Gertrude Edwards were married Saturday evening at
the residence J. F. of Tostevin, 1910 John Avenue. Rev. W. J. Johnston, of the
Cumming Avenue Methodist Church, officiating. The wedding was a quiet affair
and only a few of the immediate friends of the contracting parties were present.
The couple left the same evening on the steamer Monarch for a wedding trip in
the east. Among other places they will visit Palmyra, Ont. where the parents of
Mr. Shipp reside. The event was in the nature of a surprise to most of their
friends. Mr. Shipp has been the bookkeeper and cashier of the firm of Sunderland
& Ostrander for the past eight years. Miss Edwards has been a resident of
Superior for three years and is very popular young lady. Mr. and Mrs. Shipp
will be absent two weeks and upon their return will reside in one of the Mills
cottages on Twenty-second street. – Superior, Wis., Telegram. Mrs.
Shipp is a niece of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Gilray, of this city, and has a large
circle of acquaintance in the Soo, where she has visited on several occasion.
September 21, 1895 Page 2
The Rev. J. Elford, pastor of the Donaldson, M. E. church, and Miss Ella
Williams, of the same place, will be married at the Parkersville church next
Wednesday evening. Both are well known and popular young people, and a host of
friends wish them much joy.
September 21, 1895 Page 9
Canadian Sault
The marriage of Miss Kate Marks, of Bruce Mines, and Post office Inspector T.
H. Smith, of Port Arthur, which was postponed on account of the death of Miss
Mark's father, will take place quietly at Bruce Mines next Wednesday.
September 28, 1895 Page 1
Mr. and Mrs. Jacob F. Schneider, celebrated the 25th anniversary
of their marriage at their home on Minneapolis street last right. There was a
large number of their friends present and they received many valuable presents.
September 28, 1895 Page 2
Elford-Williams Wedding
A pretty wedding was that solemized Wednesday evening in the Parkerville M.
E. Church, when the Rev. T. J. Elford and Miss Ella May Williams were made man
and wife. Many valuable wedding gifts were received. A reception took place at
the home of the bride's parents after the ceremony. Both have a wide circle of
friends in the county who wish them a prosperous journey through life.
September 28, 1895 Page 2
PRETTY HOME WEDDING
Nuptials of J. Rosenberger and Miss Tillie Herrman
J. Rosenberger, the wide awake commission man, returned to the Soo from
Cincinati, O., last Sunday, and brought with him his newly wedded wife. Mr. and
Mrs. Rosenberger are domiciled at the Arlington for the present. Regarding the
wedding, the Cincinatti Commercial Gazette of Sept 18 said.
The marriage of Miss Tille Herrmann to Mr. Jacob Rosenberger, of Sault Ste.
Marie, Mich. was prettily celebrated last evening, at 6 o'clock, at the home of
the bride's brother, Mr. Henry Herrmann, Hopkins Street. Dr. Charles Levi
officiating, according to the Jewish rites. The bride wore a handsome gown of
white brocaded moire, her veil held by a diamond crescent the gift of the groom,
and she was carrying lily of the valley. [numerous names and relatives are
mentioned]
September 28, 1895 Page 3
Neebish Island (Special Correspondence)
Charles Weir and Mrs. Tebo were married at the new church at Richard's
Landing. St. Joseph Island, this week by the Rev. P. T. Rowe of Sault Ste.
Marie, Mi. Both are well known and popular. The couple were ferried across the
river to the Island by Robert Coulson, where they were met by a hack from
Richards's Landing. After the ceremony they were taken across to the Encampment,
where they were met and welcomed by a host of friends.
October 5, 1895 Page 1
TO BE MARRIED WEDNESDAY
John Horton jr. and Miss A. Mae Gowan will Journey Together
John Horton jr and Mrs. A. Mae Gowan will be united in marriage at the
Presbyterian Church at 2 o'clock next Wednesday afternoon, by the Rev. C.P.
Bates, pastor of the church. Miss Marguerite O'Brien will act as bridesmaid and
city Treasurer Michael Horton, brother of the prospective groom, will be his
support. After the ceremony the couple will depart for Detroit on a short
wedding trip. ----- The bride is the niece of Thomas Gowan, has resided in the
city several years.---- The groom has lived in the Soo since infancy.
October 5, 1895 Page 9
Canadian Sault
William Carney and his bride arrived on the Collingwood this week. They were
married in Toronto on the first of the month.
October 12, 1895 Page 1
Editor Ferris to Take a Better Half.
The wedding of Geo. A. Ferris, of this city and Miss Attie Crane of Rapid
River, is announce to take place next Tuesday. Mr. Ferris is the editor and
publisher of the Church Herald and has a future full of promise. Miss Crane is
the daughter of the Rev. and Mrs. Wm. Crane, of Rapid River. She is a young
lady of pleasing personality and is respected by all who know her.
October 12, 1895 Page 2
Hotton-Gowan Nuptials
Pretty Church Wedding of a Well Known Soo Couple
The marriage of Miss A. Mae Gowan and John Hotton Jr. was celebrated at the
First Presbyterian Church at 2 o'clock Wednesday afternoon, the Rev. T. R.
Easterday officiating. Miss Marguerite O'Brien acted as bridesmaid and M. S.
Hotton was bestman ----- They were driven to the home of the bride's mother,
Mrs. John McGirr, where a wedding dinner was served.
October 19, 1895 Page 2
Ferris - Crane Nuptials
George A. Ferris, editor of the Church Herald, and Miss Attie Crane were
united in marriage at Rapid River, Tuesday evening, at the residence of the
bride's parents, the Rev. J.F. and Mrs. Crane. Bert Goodrich, of this city acted
as groomsman and Miss Mate Crane as bridesmaid. -----.
October 19, 1895 Page 2
Archie S. Lowe and Miss Ella Brudick of Naubinway, were united in marriage at
the M. E. parsonage by the Rev. C. M. Thompson, last Wednesday afternoon. They
are a excellent young couple and have the best wishes of THE NEWS.
October 26, 1895 Page 1
Their Fourth Wedding Anniversary
Dr. and Mrs. T. N. Rogers celebrated their fourth wedding anniversary Monday
evening. They entertained the Rev. and Mrs. J. E. Whelan, the Rev. and Mrs. C.
M. Thompson and Rev. and Mrs. T. R. Easterday. During the evening their
youngest child, Dan, was baptized by Grandpa Easterday, assisted by the Rev's
Thompson and Whelan. The occasion was a happy one and was greatly enjoyed by
those present.
October 26, 1895 Page 1
Cupid Had Them
Dangerous Wedding Trip
Nuptials of Thos. Walker and Miss Harriet Hembroff
A Munoscong Farmer and Pretty School Ma'am Who Didn't Issue Cards
(a long column of their escapade [to numerous to type]) The young lady's
parents Mr. & Mrs. Hembruff of Dafter. They had gone to St. Joseph Island
and married their.
October 26, 1895 Page 9
Edward Sayer and Miss Jean Young, of Dafter, were united in marriage this
week.
November 2, 1895 Page 1
Wm. McGregor of this city and Miss Matilda Johnston of Sugar Island, were
united in marriage Monday.
November 2, 1895 Page 1
Charles Atkinson and Miss Annie Morgan were united in holy matrimony in St.
James Church on Wednesday evening at 8 o'clock in the presence of a large
congregation, by the rector. Their host of friends in the Soo unite in wishing
them a long and happy wedded life.
November 2, 1895 Page 2
Marriage of John A. Miller
John A. Miller a popular Cedar man, who buys for Mueiter & Co., of
Chicago, arrived in the city yesterday with Mrs. Miller who was Miss Mollie
Campbell, of Chicago, until last Tuesday, when the marriage was performed. Mr.
Miller greeted his many friends here with unexplainable happiness until the
facts were made known. Mr. and Mrs. Miller will make their home in the Soo and
they will be hearty welcomed.
November 9, 1895 Page 1
McLeod - McLay Nuptials
Two Popular Young Soo People Married this Week
A very interesting event transpired on Wednesday evening when Angus McLeod
and Mary McLay were united in the holy bonds of matrimony, the Rev. C.P. Bates
officating. The ceremony was held in the future home of the young couple, both
being with relatives in the city. The spirit of the wedding was essentially
Scotch and the assembled guest might have been taken for a "gathering of the
clans"—.
November 9, 1895 Page 2
Surprised Their Friends
Dr. McDonald and Miss Jessie Blue, Quietly Married Last Week
Dr. Alex. McDonald and Miss Jessie Blue were quietly united in marriage at
the residence of the Rev. and Mrs. T. R. Easterday, on Wednesday evening of last
week. The Rev. Easterday officiated and only the nearest relatives of the
contracted parties were present. The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. M.
Blue. -----.
November 9, 1895 Page 8
The wedding of Wm. Johnston of Bay Mills and Miss Ida Stonehouse was
celebrated at the residence of the bride's parents on Spruce avenue, Wednesday
night. The Rev. F. H. Townsend, of Bay Mills, officiated.
November 9, 1895 Page 10
Arthur Campbell of this city, and Miss Anna McMahon, were married in Fort
William, Ont., on Wednesday last, by the Rev. Ed. J.Harper, of the Episcopal
Church. Mr. Campbell and his bride returned to this city yesterday.
November 16, 1895 Page 1
To be Wedded Next Week
Wm. Beacon and Miss Katie M. Hannah, of Pickford, were no doubt surprised and
considerably embarrassed as well when they learned by the enterprising Democrat
this week that they were to be married last week. The fact is that their
nuptials will occur at the residence of the bride's mother Mrs. Hannah, at
Pickford next Wednesday evening. Mr. Beacon runs a saw mill at Pickford, and a
brother of David Beacon, the well known Pickford merchant. He has resided in
this county for 11 years. The prospective bride is an accomplished young lady.
November 23, 1895 Page 10
Married at St. Jame's rectory on Tuesday last, Mr. Peter Belanger and Miss
Mary Belleau.
November 30, 1895 Page 9
TUTTLE - COYKENDAL
A Young Gentleman of the Canadian Soo Married this Week (Minneapolis Journal)
The marriage of Miss Nina Coykendall and Frank Henry Tuttle occurred
yesterday afternoon at the home of the bride's mother 1122 Hennepin avenue. The
marriage rites were read by Rev. H. P. Nicholas of St. Mark's Church the bridal
party standing during the ceremony on a wide bay window, draped with similax.
The decorations of the house were yellow roses and chyrsanthemuns in baskets and
vases. The bride wore a gown of pale gray bengaline, with white brocade sleeves
----- She was attended by Miss Mamie Stanford -----. Mr. Tuttle is one of the
capable attaches in the office of the Lake Superior Power Co., Canadian Soo.
The Miss Stanford referred to above is a daughter of General Accountant G.
Stanford of the same office.
November 30, 1895 Page 9
John Gaball, a railroad man, of Gladstone, and Miss Maud Bailey, of this city
were united in matrimony at the Methodist parsonage by the Rev. C.M. Thompson,
last Thursday evening.
December 7, 1895 Page 1
Marriage of Miss L. M. Cullyford.
Miss Lucie M. Cullyford was married to K. R/ Babbitt, a prominent attorney of
Colorado Springs, Colo., at Houghton, Thursday. They went to Detroit and
Northville and then Colorado. Mr. Babbitt is an old chum of C. C. Yorkes and is
a magnificent gentleman in every way. Mrs. Babbitt is a schoolmate of Mrs. H. M.
Gren.-----.
December 7, 1895 Page 2
United in Holy Bonds
John Vaughan, of the Soo, and Miss Blanche E. Farr, of Flint, were united in
marriage, Wednesday evening, at the Congregational parsonage, by the Rev. F.
Bagnall. Mr. Vaughan is the junior member of the firm of Vaughan Bros. and is a
popular young man. Mrs. Vaughan is a sister of Mrs. H. M. Springstine, of this
city. The happy couple were given a reception at the residence of Mr. and Mr.
H. M. Springtine. ------.
December 14, 1895 Page 4
Wolverine Waifs
Mr. and Mrs. Ephraim McCullough, of Manistique, celebrated their golden
wedding last Monday.
December 14, 1895 Page 9
Andrew Gray and Katie Walker, both of Stirling, were united in matrimony at
the M. E. parsonage last Monday by the Rev. C. M. Thompson.
December 28, 1895 Page 11
John H. Bath, of Whitby, Ont., and Miss Mary L. Grier, daughter of David
Grier, of Rosedale, were united in marriage Tuesday morning by the Rev. T. R.
Easterday.
December 28, 1895 Page 12
V. W. Smith, of Shelldrake, and Mrs. Mackie, of Detroit, were united in
marriage at the Presbyterian parsonage, by the Rev. C. P. Bates, Christmas eve.
Mr. Smith is mill superintendant for Penoyar Bros. at Sheldrake, and the couple
left for that place Thursday.
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