"Full Name","Newspaper Report: Date","Newspaper Report"
"Johanna Antoinette","10 Apr 1862","MORNING POST:
BIRTHS: BLOW. On the 7th inst., at Park-end, Sydenham, Mrs. Jellings Blow, of a son."
"Johanna Antoinette","9 Mar 1878","LONDON STANDARD:
BIRTHS: Blow
March 6, at 16, Victoria-road, Clapham-common, S.W., the wife of Jellings Blow, of a son."
"Ann ADLARD","12 Aug 1865","The Louth & North Lincolnshire Advertiser: MARRIED: At Louth, on the 7th instant, at the Free Methodist Chapel, Mr John William Culpin to Miss Ann Adlard"
"Rosamond Mary ALLMAN","16 Sep 1933","The Cambridge Daily News: INTERESTING WEDDING: Freeman - Allman; A wedding of considerable interest to Cambridge took place at the Church of the English Martyrs, Mitcham Lane, Streatham, on September 16th, when Mr Millice Albert Freeman L.D.S., younger son of Mr and Mrs AJE Freeman, of ""Seatoller"", Hills Road, Cambridge, was married to Miss Rosamund May Allman, younger daughter of Mr and Mrs FJ Allman, of 50 Copley Park, Streatham. The service was conducted by the Rev. Father Mason, who celebrated the Nuptial Mass. The bride, who was led to the altar by her father, was charmingly attired in a dress of shell pink satin with a wreath of orange blossom and veil to match. She carried a sheaf of Madonna lillies and white heather. The train bearers were Master Robert and Miss Jean Adamson, both being dressed in pale blue satin. Miss Sylvia Allman (sister of the bride) acted as bridesmaid, her dress being of ice blue satin and silk net. She carried a bouquet of pink carnations. The duties of best man were ably carried out by Mr Leslie Diblin. After the service a reception was held at St Leonard's Hall, and was attended by about 100 guests and later the happy couple left for their honeymoon, which is being spent in Scotland. They were the recipients of numerous useful presents."
"Emily ARMES","27 May 1949","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: Swavesey - The late Mrs E Culpin: The funeral of Mrs Emily Culpin, who died on Sunday aged 75 years, took place on Wednesday. The service in the church and at the graveside was conducted by the Vicar (Rev T Morris). Immediate mourners were: Mr RC Culpin, Mr and Mrs AJ Culpin, Mr and Mrs S Culpin, Mr and Mrs A Culpin (sons and daughters in law), Mr and Mrs R Stubbings, Mr and Mrs PI Stubbings, Mr and Mrs JG Brown, Mr and Mrs A Stephens, Mr and Mrs S Lawrence (sons in law and daughters), Mr RP Stubbings, Mr J Culpin (grandchildren), Mr T Armes (brother), Mrs A Culpin, Mrs J Culpin (sisters in law), Mr and Mrs W Robb, Mr and Mrs EA Smart, Mr and Mrs H Favell, Mr and Mrs W Armes, Miss I Culpin, Mrs G James (nephews and nieces). Many friends and neighbours, members of the Mothers' Union, and Women's Institute, were present. The family wish to thank all kind friends for their many expressions of sympathy and beautiful floral tributes."
"Susannah ASHLING","18 Jan 1840","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: DEATHS: On Tuesday last, at Ely, aged 40 years. Mrs. Kempton, wife of Mr. Casseldine Kempton, publican; she had been indisposed some time but no fears were entertained of her death. After she had been in bed about an hour, on Monday night, she requested her husband to feel how cold her hand was; he did so, and soon after fell asleep. The next morning when he awoke, to his dismay and astonishment he found his wife a corpse."
"Sarah Ann Elizabeth ASPLIN","7 Jun 1935","Old Baker’s Assistant
Fen Times/Ely Standard 7 June 1935
Death -By the death of Mrs Sarah Ann Sennitt, which took place at her residence, Cage-Lane, on Wednesday week, the village has lost one of its oldest inhabitants. Mrs Sennitt was 80 years of age, and was the widow of Mr Joseph Sennitt.
Despite her age, deceased was remarkably active, and until she was confined to her bed some two weeks ago, she was employed by Mr RC Routledge in his baker's business. She had worked at this establishment for many years, being previously employed by the late Mr JH Savidge and his son Mr Alan Savidge.
The funeral took place on Saturday. The Rector (the reverent SS Stitt) officiated, and the service was held in the parish church. Mrs H Driver presided at the organ, and the hymn “Let Saints on earth in concert sing” was sung.
The chief mourners were: Messrs Isaac, Will and John Asplin, brothers; Mrs Cornwell sister; Mrs Asplin, sister-in-law: Mr Hinkin, brother-in-law; Mrs Talbot, Mrs Wayman, Mrs Gray, Mrs Merrydew, Mrs Gibbons, Mrs J Asplin, Mrs Jarman and Mrs Porter, nieces; Mr J Asplin, Mr E Asplin, Mr G Asplin, Mr S Cornwell, and Mr I Hinkin, nephews; Mr and Mrs RC Routledge, Miss S Morden, Mrs JH Savidge, Mr and Mrs AC Savidge, and members of the Mothers' union. Beautiful floral tributes were placed on the grave from: Isaac and family; Will and family; John and family; Mollie and family; Bob and family; Mrs Savidge and family; Mr and Mrs RC Routledge; Julia and family; Minnie, Phyllis, Flo, Bob and Jean, Betty and Joan; Cis, Mrs Goad, Mrs Gray; Alf; Mrs Barton; Mothers' union; Mrs P Lowe; Owen and Cyril.
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"Angela Mary Kingsley AYRE","6 Jan 2006","The Eastern Daily Press; Covey-Crump (LRAM), Angela Mary Kingsley: died at Addenbrooke's Hospital in Cambridge on December 14 2005, aged 93. Angela who lived in Ely but was originally from Hampshire, was a teacher by profession. Her last two posts being at Ely High School and the City Of Ely College where she taught maths. (She joined the staff of EHS in the 1950s). Angela supported many charities and was a keen member of the Ely Cathedral congregation and was on the church flower rota. A talented pianist who studied at the Royal Academy of Music, Angela played for most of her life at schools and she sang as well. In later life she played for local ballet classes. She also enjoyed playing and watching tennis. Angela was the daughter of the late Captain Ayre so grew up with a naval background. After her retirement, she helped her husband Leo, to whom she was married for 60 years, with the WRVS Meals On Wheels service. Angela leaves two children, Peter and Anne and three grandchildren, Anthony, Elizabeth and Sarah. The funeral took place at Ely Cathedral on December 28 2005. Donations were made to the East Anglian Air Ambulance."
"Sarah BARKER","15 Sep 1883","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: DEATHS. -PATES - Sept. 8, at Biggleswade, Sarah Pates, aged 79"
"Clara Ann BARRETT","3 Feb 1894","BEDFORDSHIRE MERCURY: DEATHS - Jan. 18, at Hitchin, Clara, wife of Charles Culpin, late of Stevenage, aged 36."
"Percy George BEASLEY","2 Feb 1918","WALSALL OBSERVER & SOUTH STAFFS CHRONICLE: ROLL OF HONOUR.
Beasley.-In ever-loving memory of Percy George Beasley, A.B., RNVR., the youngest and dearly loved son of Mr and MRs Beasley, of Aldridge, who died in France on Jan. 13, 1918. Deeply mourned by his sorrowing parents.
Beasley.- In ever-loving memory of our dear brother, AB Percy George Beasley, RNVR, who died in France on Jan 13, 1918. Deeply mourned by his Sisters and Brothers."
"Percy George BEASLEY","2 Feb 1918","WALSALL OBSERVER & SOUTH STAFFS CHRONICLE: FOR FREEDOM AND FOR THE SAKE OF THOSE THEY LOVED. AB Percy George Beasley: youngest son of Mr W Beasley, formerly station master at Aldridge, is reported by a chaplain to have died in France on January 13, after three months activve service with the Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve. A married man, 28 years of age, his wife resides at Station Road, Northfield, and before joining the Colours, in June last year, je was employed by the Midland Railway Compnay at Northfield. His parents reside at Station Road, Aldridge, and as a boy he attended the Aldridge Endowed School. A brother is serving in German East Africa."
"Ethel Dimery BENNETT","24 Jun 1966","The Times: Deaths - Culpin. On June 23rd 1966, peacefully at 5 Compton Road, Winchester, the home of her daughter Mrs Stephen MacKeith, Ethel Maud, aged 92, widow of Millais Culpin. Cremation on Monday 27th June, Southampton Crematorium at 3pm."
"Rose Ann BIGLEY","29 Nov 1918","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: DEATHS: VAUGHAN- 12th November, Rose Vaughan, of Newnham-street, Ely, age 76 years"
"Margaret BIRCH","23 Sept 1899","LIVERPOOL MERCURY: DEATHS. KEMPTON - Sept. 20, at 105 Bedford-street South, aged 47 years, Margaret, the devoted and beloved wife of William J Kempton."
"Albert Edward S BLAYDON","16 Aug 1917","LUTON NEWS & BEDFORDSHIRE CHRONICLE: Pte. C Blaydon. The war has taken heavy toll of the household of Mr and Mrs Blaydon, The Knapps, Toddington-road, Leagrave. Official intimation has been received that their second son, Pte C Blaydon, was killed in Action on July 20th. Since the outbreak of war he had been serving with the Bedfordshire Regiment, including the Dardanelles campaign. He was a stretcher-bearer, and had seen considerable active service. The youngest son, Pte A Blaydon, was killed at Suvla Bay on August 15th, 1915, with the 1/5ths. The eldest son, Percy, is serving in France with the RGA, and was recently in hospital suffering from shell shock, but he has now returned to his battery.
A letter was received by his parents on Tuesday morning from his pal:- ""I thought it my duty to write to tell you that your son, Pte Cecil Blaydon, is dead. He was killed instantly while we were raiding the enemy's position. He was like by everyone in his company, officers and men, and I was myself a great pal of his. He was buried behind our line in a cemetery this morning.""
The eldest son, Bomb. P S Blaydon is back in hospital again with shell-shock."
"Avey BLAYDON","15 Aug 1901","MANCHESTER EVENING NEWS: Frauds - Cashier Charged with Embezzlement. Avey Blaydon, a well dressed man, described as a clerk 36 years old, was indicted at the Salford Quarter Sessions this afternoon for having falsified the accounts of the Sweetmeat Delivery Company, his employers and embezzling sums of £6 14s 3d, £7 17s 11d and £2 9s 0d on various dates since April last. The prisoner who for some years had occupied the position of cashier in the local office of the company, formerly resided at Chorlton-cum-Hardy. The case had been postponed from the last sessions owing to the illness of the prisoner whose appearance today suggested he had made a complete recovery. Mr Wharton prosecuted, and Mr Wilkinson and Mr Ambrose Jones defended. The case was a somewhat peculiar one. The prisoner who was in receipt of £2 7s 6d a week was employed in the company's office in Greengate Salford, where the bags of money from the various automatic machines on railway stations, piers etc. in the North of England are received. The Sweetmeat box receipts can be checked by the boxes of sweets taken out, but the weighing machine bags cannot, and they are therefore provided with automatic locks. The moment the bags are taken from the machines the aperture is closed, and cannot again be opened until they get it to the office. In the office another employee used to count the money in the prisoner's presence, and call out to him the amount, prisoner entering the figures on a sheet. The allegation was that the prisoner was in the habit of putting down a lower figure than that called out, and, having the chief control of the money, stealing the difference subsequently. In support of the allegation evidence was given that on one occasion the company's local manager with detectives, secured some bags beforehand, counted the money, and then compared the results with the prisoner's sheet, which showed a large deficiency.
It was stated that when the prisoner was arrested there was £20 in the safe which did not apparently belong to the company. Prisoner wished to take this away, but the officers would not allow him. Mr Wilkinson cross-examined with a view to showing it was possible for other servants of the company to pilfer the bags whilst they were waiting to be counted up. Prisoner went into the witness box and denied that he had stolen a penny of the company's money. Blaydon was sentenced to nine months' imprisonment. Mr Wharton said receipts of machines showed £750 increase since Blaydon's dismissal."
"Cecil Harold BLAYDON","16 Aug 1917","LUTON NEWS & BEDFORDSHIRE CHRONICLE: Pte. C Blaydon. The war has taken heavy toll of the household of Mr and Mrs Blaydon, The Knapps, Toddington-road, Leagrave. Official intimation has been received that their second son, Pte C Blaydon, was killed in Action on July 20th. Since the outbreak of war he had been serving with the Bedfordshire Regiment, including the Dardanelles campaign. He was a stretcher-bearer, and had seen considerable active service. The youngest son, Pte A Blaydon, was killed at Suvla Bay on August 15th, 1915, with the 1/5ths. The eldest son, Percy, is serving in France with the RGA, and was recently in hospital suffering from shell shock, but he has now returned to his battery.
A letter was received by his parents on Tuesday morning from his pal:- ""I thought it my duty to write to tell you that your son, Pte Cecil Blaydon, is dead. He was killed instantly while we were raiding the enemy's position. He was like by everyone in his company, officers and men, and I was myself a great pal of his. He was buried behind our line in a cemetery this morning.""
The eldest son, Bomb. P S Blaydon is back in hospital again with shell-shock."
"Percy Sidney BLAYDON","16 Aug 1917","LUTON NEWS & BEDFORDSHIRE CHRONICLE: Pte. C Blaydon. The war has taken heavy toll of the household of Mr and Mrs Blaydon, The Knapps, Toddington-road, Leagrave. Official intimation has been received that their second son, Pte C Blaydon, was killed in Action on July 20th. Since the outbreak of war he had been serving with the Bedfordshire Regiment, including the Dardanelles campaign. He was a stretcher-bearer, and had seen considerable active service. The youngest son, Pte A Blaydon, was killed at Suvla Bay on August 15th, 1915, with the 1/5ths. The eldest son, Percy, is serving in France with the RGA, and was recently in hospital suffering from shell shock, but he has now returned to his battery.
A letter was received by his parents on Tuesday morning from his pal:- ""I thought it my duty to write to tell you that your son, Pte Cecil Blaydon, is dead. He was killed instantly while we were raiding the enemy's position. He was like by everyone in his company, officers and men, and I was myself a great pal of his. He was buried behind our line in a cemetery this morning.""
The eldest son, Bomb. P S Blaydon is back in hospital again with shell-shock."
"Richard Avey Rhind BLAYDON","1929","The Los Angeles Times; MARRIAGE: BLAYDON-BASKETT Richard A Blaydon, 40: Gentry Le Roy Baskett, 37
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"Richard Avey Rhind BLAYDON","1938","The Los Angeles Times; MARRIAGES: BLAYDON-PHILLIPPI Richard A, 49, 4308 Ben avenue, North Hollywood and Margaret E, 31, 1015 North Serrano"
"Detmar Jellings BLOW","18 Feb 1939","The Cheltenham Chronicle; BURIED ON HIS OWN LAND
FUNERAL OF MR. J. P. DETMAR BLOW The funeral took place on Saturday of Mr. J. P. Detmar Blow, of Hilles House, Painswick, Lord of the Manor of Painswick and a London architect. Mr. Blow had expressed a wish to be buried at Cudd Hill on his own land, and to enable this to be carried out, the land was consecrated by the Bishop of Tewkesbury before the interment took place. The first part of the funeral service was held in Gloucester Cathedral. The coffin was taken there from Painswick earlier in the day. The clergy taking part in the service were the Dean of Gloucester, the Bishop of Tewkesbury, the Archdeacon of Cheltenham (the Ven. F. W. Sears), and Minor Canon A. E. Fost (sacrist). Upon returning to Painswick from the Cathedral the coffin was transferred to a farm wagon which took it to Cudd Hill. There was a procession of tenants and estate workers, some of whom acted as bearers and pall bearers. The family mourners were: Mrs. Detmar Blow (widow), Mr. Richard Blow and Mr. Jonathan Blow (sons), Miss Lucilla Blow and Mrs. Phelin O'Neill (daughters), Mrs. Jellings Blow (sisterin-law), Miss Dorothy Blow (niece), Mr. John Blow, Mr. and Mrs. Sidney Blow, Mr. Phelin O'Neill, Colonel Dennis Tollemache, Mr. John Tollemache, Mr. Anthony Tollemache, Mrs. Sorel Cameron (sister-in-law), Colonel Sorel Cameron. Among others present were:?Viscount Barnngton, the Hon. Sir Hugh O'Neill, Lady Monk Bretton, Lady Cohen, Lady Dalrymple-White, Mrs. Reeves, Sir Frederick and Lady Cripps, Sir Lionel and Lady Darell, Colonel and Mrs. H. E. Gogarty, Lieutenant-Colonel the Hon. Denis Tollemache, Captain Adrian Bethell, Miss Diana Bethell, the Rev. T. and Mrs. Jenkins. Colonel and Mrs. John Tabor, Colonel and Mrs. J. Miller, Lieutenant-Colonel and Mrs. Guy Darell, Captain and Mrs. Meath Baker, Colonel Dent, Captain N. H. Barton, the Rev. E. W. and Mrs. Hughes, the Rev. R. Baron, Dr. and Mrs. Cairns Terry, Mr. and Mrs. St. Clair Baddeley, Mr. and Mrs. Stamford Hutton, Mr. Gere, Miss Gere, Mrs. Lowsley-Williams, Mrs. Guy Stanton, the Hon. Mrs. Arnold Keppel, Mrs. A. W. Stanton, Mr. and Mrs. E. Streeter, Mrs. Paul Oppe. Mr. C. M. Johnson (representing the Gloucestershire Architectural Association), Mr. Percy C. Lloyd (Diocesan Registrar), Alderman F. H. Winfleld and Mrs. J. W. Embling (representing the Gloucester Cripples' Committee), Mr. and Mrs. G. C. Macaulay, Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Powell, Mrs. Percival Mayhew, Mrs. Montgomery Campbell, Mr. I. McMaster, Mr. and Mrs. Freeth, Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Ashley, Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Phipps, Mr. Walter Whitting, Mr. and Mrs. Manners, and number of tenants."
"Detmar Jellings BLOW","27 May 1939","The Cheltenham Chronicle: WILL OF MR. DETMAR BLOW Mr. Detmar Jellings Blow, F.R.I.B.A., of Hilles, Painswick, the architect of many buildings in London and the country, who died on February 7 last, left gross estate of the value of £23,570 1s. 2d., with net personalty £14,455 4d. Mrs. Winifred Gertrude Blow, of 3 Carlos-place, S.W., the widow, and Mr. Alfred Hardy Bentley, of 10 Billitersquare, E.C., solicitor, are the executors. Testator left his shares in the Painswick Manorship Estate Co. to his wife for life, with remainder to his sons, and the residue of the property to his wife for life, with remainder to his children or remoter issue."
"Dorothy BLOW","17 Jan 1891","The Surrey Mirror; BIRTHS: Blow
On the 5th inst., at Oakdene, Croydon, the wife of Jellings Blow, jun., of The Grange, Edenbridge, of a daughter."
"Jellings BLOW","20 Jun 1828","MORNING CHRONICLE:
On the 18th inst., at St. Saviour's, Southwark, by the Rev. Dr. Harrison, Jellings Blow, Esq. to Jane Louisa, the amiable accomplished daughter of John Body, Esq. of Bankside, London."
"Jellings BLOW","27 Feb 1834","MORNING CHRONICLE:
DIED: On the 25th instant, of consumption, at his house in Kenton-street, Brunswick-square, Mr. Jellings Blow, of 'Change-alley, Cornhill, auctioneer, aged 29, beloved, respected and regretted. Death has deprived his family of an affectionate husband and parent, society of an inestimable friend, and the community of a member of inflexible integrity ."
"Jellings BLOW","20 Sep 1889","THE MORNING POST: The marriage arranged between Mr Jellings Blow and Miss Hetty Hughes will take place on Saturday September 28, at Christ Church, Lancaster-gate, at half-past two."
"Jellings BLOW","30 Sep 1889","THE MORNING POST: MARRIAGES:
BLOW-HUGHES.On the 28th September, at Christ Church, Lancaster gate, by the Rev. E E. Body. M. A., vicar of Wonersh, Surrey, cousin of the bridegroom, assisted by the Rev. Dr Ker Gray, incumbent of Saint George's Chapel, Albemarle-street, Jellings, eldest son of Jellings Blow, of Oakdene, Croydon, to Hetty, second daughter of Henry Pearse Hughes, of 29, Pembridge-square."
"Jane Louisa BODY","20 Jun 1828","MORNING CHRONICLE:
On the 18th inst., at St. Saviour's, Southwark, by the Rev. Dr. Harrison, Jellings Blow, Esq. to Jane Louisa, the amiable accomplished daughter of John Body, Esq. of Bankside, London."
"Geoffrey Hadden BOLSTER","3 Sep 1940","THE SUNDERLAND DAILY ECHO & SHIPPING GAZETTE: OBE for Major: A list of 83 awards for gallantry officially announced by the War Office..... Major Geoffrey Hadden Bolster, Royal Northumberland Fusiliers, commissioned in the R.N.F. in 1923 and in 1936 appointed Brigade Major, Southern Brigade, British Troops in Palestine, becomes an addition officer of the Military Division, OBE."
"Geoffrey Hadden BOLSTER","2 Aug 1944","THE TIMES: BOLSTER - Died of wounds in Normandy on July 24th 1944, Lt-Colonel Geoffrey Hadden Bolster, O.B.E., 5th Fusiliers, commanding South Lancashire Regt., son of the late Mrs V.M. Bolster, of Caragh Cottage, Merrow, Guildford, Surrey, and most beloved husband of Enid Bolster, 34, Pont Street, London,S.W.1."
"Geoffrey Hadden BOLSTER","27 Apr 1945","THE TIMES: Re Geoffrey Hadden Bolster, deceased. Pursuant to the Trustee Act 1925 All persons having and Claims against the Estate of Lieutenant-Colonel Geoffrey Hadden Bolster, O.B.E., deceased of Caragh Cottage, Merrow, near Guildford, Surrey and care of The Westminster Bank Limited, Guildford (who died of wounds in Normandy on the 24th July 1944 and whose Will was proved in the Principal Probate Registry of the High Court of Justice on the 9th April 1945 by Enid Marjory Bolster the solo Executrix named in the Will) are hereby required to send particulars in writing to the undersigned the Solicitors for the Executrix on or before the 30th day of June 195 after which date the Executrix will proceed to distribute the assets of the said deceased having regard only to the claims of which they shall then have had notice. Dated this 18th day of April 1945. Hore Pattisson & Bathurst, 48 Lincoln's Inn Fields, London, W.C.2. Solicitors for the said Executrix."
"Gertrude BONES","12 Mar 1938","THE HASTINGS & ST LEONARD'S OBSERVER: DEATHS: STILES - On Thursday, March 10th, 1938, at Burleigh House, St Ives, Gertrude, the beloved wife of Harry George Stiles, passed peacefully away. Funeral at St Ives Church at 2pm, Sunday, March 13th. No flowers by request"
"William Frederick BOYD","7 Mar 1943","THE PERTH SUNDAY TIMES: LINK WITH EARLY DAYS. Another of the links with the early days of Western Australia was broken with the death of Mr William Frederick Boyd, of Mt. Hawthorn, on February 28. He was born at Pinjarra, and was the last surviving son of the late Susan Medina Cowcher Boyd, who was born at Fremantle when her parents arrived in the S.S. Medina in 1830. Her father, Dr Stanford Cowcher, was one of the first doctors to practise in the State."
"Ethel BRAZIER","17 Nov 1928","THE BURY FREE PRESS: Deaths: Staden. November 14th, at Southgate Street, Bury St Edmunds, Ethel Staden aged 43 years"
"Ethel BRAZIER","24 Nov 1928","THE BURY FREE PRESS: Acknowledgements: Staden. Mr Staden and family of 73 Southgate Street, Bury St Edmunds, wish to thank all kind friends and neighbours for sympathy extended to them in their recent sad bereavement, also for floral tributes sent."
"Roberta BROWN","1948","DEATHS: Dunlop. On Tuesday, Nov. 2, 1948, at a nursing home in Guildford, ROBERTA, wife of BRUCE ALEXANDER JOHNSTONE DUNLOP, of Secunderabad, India, and daughter of James Brown, of Greenock."
"Abigail BUCKLAND","12 Mar 1875","STAMFORD MERCURY: DEATHS: At Edithweston, on the 6th inst., Abigail widow of John Culpin, aged 66"
"Mary Elaine BULKLEY","17 Jul 1929","THE WESTERN MORNING NEWS: Picture: caption-Rev A S Rankilor, vicar-designate of Torrington, and Mrs Mary Elaine Bulkley were married yesterday at Exeter Cathedral."
"Ann BULLARD","23 Oct 1841","THE CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: MARRIAGES: On the 15th inst., at the Baptist Chapel, Somersham, Hunts, Mr Charles Bullard to Miss Ann Bullard."
"Charles BULLARD","23 Oct 1841","THE CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: MARRIAGES: On the 15th inst., at the Baptist Chapel, Somersham, Hunts, Mr Charles Bullard to Miss Ann Bullard"
"Charles BULLARD","18 Nov 1843","THE CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: VENERABLE COMPANIONS
There are now working in the shop of Mr Robert Bullard, basket-maker, of Godmanchester, three individuals of the following ages viz., John Bullard, 83; Charles Bullard, 77; and ---- Walker, 63, amounting in the aggregate to 222 years. They are all deaf and, at this time, are in robust health"
"Charles BULLARD","6 Apr 1867","THE CAMBRIDGE CHRONICLE & JOURNAL: DEATHS: At Royston - March 30, much respected, Mr Charles Bullard, basket maker and wire worker."
"John BULLARD","18 Nov 1843","THE CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: VENERABLE COMPANIONS
There are now working in the shop of Mr Robert Bullard, basket-maker, of Godmanchester, three individuals of the following ages viz., John Bullard, 83; Charles Bullard, 77; and ---- Walker, 63, amounting in the aggregate to 222 years. They are all deaf and, at this time, are in robust health."
"Jubilee BULLARD","25 Feb 1843","THE CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: Godmanchester Petty Sessions, Tuesday 21 February 1843 (Before S. Bates Esq., Mayor). Mr Robert Bullard, landlord of the Hog & Chequers, Godmanchester, charged his brother Jubilee with having wilfully broken two squares of glass, value 7s; ordered to pay a damage of 7s., and 9s expences (sic), and in default committed for 2 months' hard labour. Mr Bullard carries on the business of a basket-maker, his brother, the prisoner, worked for him; at times his conduct has been extremely violent; he has been once before committed, for assaulting his father, and it is but justice to Mr R Bullard to state, that when the prisoner was asked by the Mayor whether he had any complaint to make against his brother, he said he did not know that he had; and when asked why he broke the window, he answered ""because they put him out"""
"Robert BULLARD","25 Feb 1843","THE CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: Godmanchester Petty Sessions, Tuesday 21 February 1843 (Before S. Bates Esq., Mayor). Mr Robert Bullard, landlord of the Hog & Chequers, Godmanchester, charged his brother Jubilee with having wilfully broken two squares of glass, value 7s; ordered to pay a damage of 7s., and 9s expences (sic), and in default committed for 2 months' hard labour. Mr Bullard carries on the business of a basket-maker, his brother, the prisoner, worked for him; at times his conduct has been extremely violent; he has been once before committed, for assaulting his father, and it is but justice to Mr R Bullard to state, that when the prisoner was asked by the Mayor whether he had any complaint to make against his brother, he said he did not know that he had; and when asked why he broke the window, he answered ""because they put him out"""
"Eleanor Mary BULTITAFT","10 Sep 1975","TIMES & DAILY EXPRESS: Clampitt nee Bultitaft Eleanor Mary Clampitt nee Bultitaft, widow, late of St Andrews Hospital, Northampton, died there on 26th May 1975. (Estate about £2,300)"
"Sarah BURBIDGE","16 Jan 1857","THE STAMFORD MERCURY: At Stibbington, on the 7th inst., Sarah, widow of Richard Culpin, agricultural labourer, in her 83d year."
"Saidee Maria Ongley BURLING","28 Feb 1989","CAMBRIDGE EVENING NEWS: Deaths: Biggs - Saidee, of Ainsworth Street, Cambridge, dear mother of John and Janet, Lionel and Pat, and a much loved grandmother of Jason, passed to rest on Saturday February 25th 1989, aged 82 years. Funeral service will take place at 2pm at Cambridge City Cemetery on Thursday March 2nd. Floral tributes may be sent to the Co-operative Funeral Service, 34 James Street, Cambridge."
"Isabella CAIE","3 Feb 1922","THE SCOTSMAN: DEATHS: DENHOLM. At 58 Manor Place, Edinburgh, on the 2nd inst., ISABEL CAIE, daughter of the late James Caie, of Chatham, New Brunswick, Canada, and widow of the late George Denholm, of Press, Berwickshire. Funeral on Saturday, at 12 o'clock noon, to Morningside Cemetery. Friends please accept this (the only) intimation & invitation."
"George Millice CAMPBELL","14 Dec 1933","THE COURIER-MAIL, BRISBANE: ENGAGEMENT NOTICES: Campbell-Knight: The engagement is announced of Elizabeth (Betty), third daughter of Mr and Mrs A Knight, Moloney Street, Toowoomba, to George Millice, only son of Mr and Mrs P Campbell, of Taringa."
"George Millice CAMPBELL","3 Dec 1935","THE COURIER-MAIL, BRISBANE: MARRIAGES: Campbell-Knight: On November 25th, at the Valley Methodist Church, Brisbane, by the Rev. B Frederick, George Millice, only son of Mr and Mrs p Campbell, Taringa, to Elizabeth, third daughter of Mr and Mrs Knight, Toowoomba"
"George Millice CAMPBELL","12 Jun 1976","THE LONDON GAZETTE: State of Queensland, recently commissioner of Housing; Queen's Birthday Honours, George Millice Campbell is made Companion of The Imperial Service Order"
"Sarah CHALONER","16 May 1913","LUTON TIMES & ADVERTISER: DEATHS: May 12th, at 33, Ash-road, Luton, Sarah Culpin, aged 87 years."
"Ellen CHAMBERS","7 Oct 1953","THE ADELAIDE ADVERTISER: DEATHS: STADEN ? On October 4, at hospital, Ellen, dearly loved wife of Walter Henry Staden, of 123 Bower road, Ethelton, and loving mother of Tressie (Mrs. F. H Sheppherd, of Melbourne). Aged 83 years. R.I.P."
"Elizabeth CHARD","23 Mar 1945","ELY STANDARD: Deaths: Kempton On March 14th 1945, at 38 Chapel Street, Ely, Elizabeth Kempton aged 84 years.
FUNERAL: KEMPTON-The funeral took place at the cemetery on Saturday of Mrs Elizabeth Kempton, of 38 Chapel Street, widow of the late Mr Albert Kempton. The Rev. Hunton-Knowles conducted the service. The immediate mourners were Mrs Oakey, daughter, Miss Ruth Oakey and Miss Frances Oakey, granddaughters; Mr W S Kempton, Mrs Hammence, Mrs Long (cousins); Miss Woolnough and the Rev H E Ritson; Mr & Mrs Day; Mr Edwards, Mr Port, Mr Thurmott, Miss Pledger, friends, and many others. There was one floral tribute from the family."
"Mary CHERRY","17 Oct 1857","BEDFORDSHIRE MERCURY: PETTY SESSIONS, OCTOBER 14TH 1857. ASSUALT.- Mary, the wife of Thomas Pates, Biggleswade, was charged by Ann Larma, of the same place, with assaulting her, on the 1st inst., at Henlow. Settled out of Court."
"William Henry CLARKE","15 Aug 1930","LYNN ADVERTISER: Deaths. Clarke-at Chatteris, August 10, Sir William Henry Clarke deputy-lieutenant for Cambridgeshire, and a former chairman of the Isle of Ely county council till this year., Aged 83."
"William Henry CLARKE","15 Aug 1930","LYNN ADVERTISER: The late Sir William Clarke.
Sir William Henry Clark, deputy Lieutenant for Cambridgeshire, JP, and county alderman for the Isle of Ely, died at Chatteris on Sunday, at the age of 83. He was the second son of William Clark of Chatteris.
So William was a member of the Isle of Ely county council since its formation until his retirement about three months ago, and in 1922 was appointed chairman, a position he retained for eight years. He was a member of the Society of Friends, and at one time was agent for the late Lord Peckover, of Wisbech. He was knighted in 1914 for public services in the Isle of Ely. For many years he was the honorary secretary of the Wisbech Liberal Association.
He married, in 1874, Helen Florence, daughter of the late John Smith, Chatteris, and leaves three sons and one daughter. His wife died in 1906.
During his long life he thoroughly earned the esteem and the appreciation of the inhabitants of the county, and particularly of his native town of Chatteris. Such men as Sir William are not easily replaced. His 40 years of active service to the council (out of 82 years of his long life) in sunshine and in storm, will long will be remembered with gratitude.
The funeral, which took place at Chatteris cemetery on Wednesday afternoon, was one of the most largely-attended that has taken place in that town. Most of the public authorities in the Isle of Ely were represented."
"Mary COLLINGWOOD","11 Sep 1863","LINCOLNSHIRE CHRONICLE: DEATHS: On the 1st inst., at Ketton, Mary, widow of Mr Jas. Culpin, tailor, aged 74."
"Mary COLLINGWOOD","11 Sep 1863","STAMFORD MERCURY: DIED: At Ketton, on the 1st inst., after a lingering illness, Mary widow of Mr. Jas. Culpin, and mother of Mrs Lucas Wade, aged 75."
"Richard James COUCHER","26 Oct 1889","ILLUSTRATED POLICE NEWS: FUNERAL OF A POLICE INSPECTOR. On Friday afternoon about three hundred men of the S or Hampstead Division of the Metropolitan Police assembled at the Albany-street Station to assist in the funeral obsequies of the late Reserve-Inspector Richard Coucher, who since the age of seventeen has been in the service of his country. Enlisting in the 20th Regiment of Foot, he went through the Crimean campaign, receiving distinction and promotion at the Battle of Alma and the English and Turkish medals for valour. He also saw service during the Indian Mutiny, and at the Relief of Lucknow received a bayonet through his neck, and was invalided home with the rank of colour-sergeant. On leaving the army he joined the C Division of police as a constable. He received an award and certificate from the Royal Society for the Protection of Life from Fire for saving several lives at the risk of his own. He was then promoted to an inspectorship, and for eleven years has discharged his duties at the Albany-street sub-division not only to the satisfaction of the authorities, but to the residents of the district generally. Two years ago he had symptoms of an internal disease, but after a short rest he was enabled to resume duty. In July last he had a relapse, and Dr Maughan, the divisional surgeon, recommended his removal to St Thomas?s Hospital, where he underwent a most painful operation. At the inquest of Saturday Inspector Wells obtained one of the new street ambulances and carefully conveyed his comrade to his residence, 24, Princess-terrace, Primrose-hill, so that he could die in the midst of his family. He did not live many hours, dying early on Sunday morning from cancer at the age of fifty-six. He leaves a widow and eight children to mourn his loss, the ages of the latter ranging from one year to seventeen, and are left totally unprovided for, owing to the fact that, finding he would be unable to do any more duty, the Commissioners awarded him a pension of £97 10s on the 5th inst. In the funeral procession Mr Superintendent Beard, with Chief-Inspector Collis and six mounted patrols, rode directly behind the car which contained the coffin and remains, there being a profusion of floral wreath. The mourning coaches followed, and the whole, preceded by the band of the division, proceeded on the way to St Pancras Cemetery, Finchley, the place of interment, the band breaking off at Hampstead. At the grave there was a large number of persons, mostly tradesmen of the district. "
"Richard William COUCHER","20 Jul 1900","YORK HERALD: SOLDIERS' LETTERS. AN OLD YORK FOOTBALLER AT THE TUGELA. Private R.W. Coucher, of the Durham Light Infantry, son of George Coucher, who is a waiter at Harker's Hotel, York, writes to his father as follows:
I suppose you will have already heard about us being in action before this reaches you. We left here last Thursday morning and marched to a place called Chieveley, where we camped one night. At 2am on the 15th we struck camp and paraded to attack the Boers who held a very strong position about four miles in front of us. The Fusilier Brigade were on the right, our Brigade in the centre, and the Irish Brigade on the left. The attack commenced by a bombardment by the Naval Brigade and Artillery, and after about half an hour's shelling the advance was ordered. Fortunately, for our company we were told off as escort to the Navy's big gun, which was very busy trying to silence the enemy's Long Tom which was stationed on the top of a big hill. We had a very anxious time of it throughout the action, which lasted just over six hours. Shells were dropping all round us, and we had to take advantage of all cover available. The Boers seemed to be doing very good shooting, in fact I thought every minute they would be hitting our biggest gun. If they had done so it would have been a very bad job for us, as our field artillery were practically useless. The range was too long for them. The only guns which reached the Boer position were the Navy's. I don't know what they have published in the papers, but you can take it from me that, although we were commanded by Buller, the engagement was a proper defeat for us. The Irish Brigade, under General Hart, were almost cut up. In the first place the Boer position was not properly reconnoitred, and owing to General Hart not knowing where or how they were situated, he marched his whole brigade up in close formation, with the result that, when they got within about 200 yards from the bottom of the hill which was strongly entrenched and lined by some 7,000 Boers they (the Boers) opened fire on our chaps with awful results. Our men were practically marched up to their deaths, without the slightest chance of hitting any of the enemy, who could not be seen in the trenches. When the firing had been going on for a while we, who were in the rear, were surprised to see our chaps retiring in disorder, on one of the scouts passing us we asked him what was the matter. He said our chaps on the left had fallen into a trap and were suffering dreadfully. His words only proved too true, as a few minutes afterwards the wounded began to pass our line. And what a sight it was; words almost fail me when I try to describe it. Some of the poor fellows were covered with blood, and the poor devils who were brought in on stretchers were something frightful to look at. I thank God I was spared in this, our first engagement, and don't care if I never see another. We lost altogether, as far as I can learn, about 60 killed and 500 wounded. But that is only a rough guess. I should say we had at the least 1,500 wounded. The ambulance waggons were bringing in the wounded all night on Friday. We had two wounded, one a sergeant named Flowers and a private named Milligan, who were hit by fragments of a shell which burst just in front of their company, which was trying to cover the retreat of the Irish Brigade. To make matters worse during the retreat, two batteries of artillery which had been driven back by the Boer guns foolishly galloped right behind our ambulance waggons, with the result that the Boers in sending shells after them dropped some of their shells right into our ambulance, upsetting one waggon completely. Some say the Boers wilfully fired on the hospital, but I think if the artillery had been better commanded and taken up a different line of retreat the Boers would not have fired in that direction at all. Whilst this was going on the left of the line our right was very busy driving the Boers back, in which they succeeded to a certain extent. They were trying to get through to Colenso, which is between Chieveley and Ladysmith. They got through right enough, but not without loss, and after getting through they had to fight their way back again, as they could not hold Colenso, having only two days' grub with them. We lost two batteries of artillery on the right, but I don't know how many men. We have now retired on to Frere again to guard the railway bridge here, which has been blown up once by the Boers, which the authorities are afraid the Boers will try to do again. If they succeeded in doing so our supplies would be cut off, and we should not be able to go on up country. It appears now that Buller is trying a different way to get the Boers out of their position. He is now bombarding it, and I can assure you it will take a lot of shells to move them. The rumour is that after three or four days' shelling we shall have to attack the position again. If we do so, and I don't see how we are going to relieve Ladysmith until the enemy are driven back, under the same idea as last Friday it will be a poor look out for us. Fancy having to advance across an open plain with a big ridge of hills in front of you literally swarming with Boers, and our own artillery of little or no use to cover our advance whilst they are dropping their shells right into us. I fancy our Navy gun succeeded in putting one of the Boer big guns out of action, as during the retreat of the Irish Brigade the Boers sent shell after shell amongst them, whilst during the retreat of our regiment not one was fired from it, and we were watching it all the time. Only one of their shells dropped anything like near to our gun, and luckily that was about 100 yards to the rear of us, where it burst without doing any damage. All our wounded have been sent down to Pietermaritzburg, and the dead were buried where they fell. According to what I have heard, there were two of our men found who could not be recognised owing to the Boers having taken every stitch of the poor chaps' clothing, and the sun had turned the bodies black.
We are having a very rough time of it. Have not had six hours sleep since last Thursday. After fighting all day on Friday we were for post duty at night, and on Saturday night we paraded at midnight to march back to this place arriving about 4.30 a.m. We had to wait until 10.30 for a drop of tea, owing to our having no wood to boil the water with. We got our dinner at 4.30, consisting of a pound of bully beef and nothing else except a hard biscuit, not a very substantial fare, is it? The 14th West Yorks are with us. I have met a lot of York chaps. I met one named Watson in the Scottish Rifles who remembered me when I used to play football for Fulford Rovers, and that is a few years ago isn't it? I will write again after the next battle, if I am spared, and try to tell you how we go on. You must not believe all you read in the papers, all the news from here has to go through the Censor's hand. "
"Richard William COUCHER","23 Jul 1900","YORK HERALD: LETTERS FROM THE FRONT. A YORK SOLDIER AT BOTHA'S PASS. Private R.W. Coucher, 1st Durham Mounted Infantry writes to his father, George Coucher who is a waiter at Harker's Hotel, York, from Standerton:-
You will see by the heading of this letter that we are well into the Transvaal now. We had a big fight at Holman's Nek on the 12th of this month. We of the Composite Regiment, as we are called, under the command of Major Gough, got great praise for the work we did. We were in front on that day and got in touch with the enemy about 11 a.m. We saw them moving about in their position and sent word back to the artillery, who commenced shelling them. In the meantime our section (""The Durhams"") were ordered out to reconnoitre a bit of a wood at the foot of the hills the Boers were holding, and a very warm reception we got for going. We had to cross a valley about a mile wide to reach the wood, which proved to be swarming with Boers, who allowed us to get within 800 yards of them before they opened fire on us. They took us completely by surprise for although we knew they held the top of the hills, we did not for a moment imagine they were in force in the wood as well. We quickly turned about when they fired at us, and galloped back as hard as we could and reached a place of safety without a man being hit. How we escaped as we did is a marvel to me, as we had to ride at least a thousand yards and cross a big swamp on the way before we got any cover at all. I have been in some tight corners during the war but I think this, the last one, was as bad as any of them. Our casuality (sic) list on the day's fighting was two captains, named Johnson and O'Brien, and one private, named Anderson, killed. We had to go right round through Botha's Pass to get at the enemy the way we did. It was his right flank we attacked, and in consequence of us going that way and driving them back as we did, our troops at Ingogo were enabled to get through Laing's Nek without firing a shot.
The day after the battle we advanced on to the first town in the Transvaal, named Volksrust, where we stayed two days. (No time to write letters.) After taking over the town and hoisting the old flag on the Town Hall, we went on to Wakkerstroom and took that place over. Leaving there we marched on to here, meeting with no opposition on the way. We are, I believe, to have a few days' rest here. I do not know when we move, or where we are going to; anyhow I don't think we shall have much more fighting until we join Roberts, unless we come across those we drove out of Botha's Pass and Holman's Nek. We have got Strathcona's Horse with us (Canadians). They joined our brigade a few days ago. They joined our brigade a few days ago. They are a fine body of men and are very anxious to get a smack at the Boers. They have not been in action yet and want something to talk about. No doubt they will have a sufficiency of fighting before it is done with. Anyhow, they are quite welcome to take my place. I think I have done enough for my Queen and country. I have been in every battle the Natal force has had. I don't remember the exact number, but if a bar is given for each engagement I shall have enough to make a chain with if I pull through. Our regiment is with us, also the West Yorkshire. I have not come across Major Hepworth, but hear he is with the regiment.
The weather is very trying just now. We are in the middle of winter, and get almost frozen to death every night. We have not got our tents, and have to sleep in the open air the best way we can. "
"George Thomas COWCHER","15 Feb 1929","CHELMSFORD CHRONICLE: NECK BROKEN BY A FALL Mr. George Thomas Cowcher, 43, electrician, New Thundersley, met with a fatal accident while at work at Offley Place, near Hitchin. He was found dead in the boiler house. A doctor stated a post-mortem examination revealed that the neck was broken. There was a bruise on the head The injuries could have been received by falling backwards. The Coroner said it was a very sad case. He returned a verdict of Accidental death."
"Mina Maria CRAUFORD","18 May 1864","DUNDEE COURIER: BIRTHS: At 18 Charlotte Square, Edinburgh, on the 16th inst., the wife of Colin Hinton Dunlop, Esq., of a son, prematurely."
"Mina Maria CRAUFORD","5 Sep 1865","CALEDONIAN MERCURY: BIRTHS: DUNLOP-At Leven Cottage, Barrhead, Glasgow, on the 3d inst., the wife of Colin H. Dunlop, Esq., of a son."
"Mina Maria CRAUFORD","8 Jan 1867","GLASGOW HERALD: BIRTHS: At Levern Cottage, Barrhead, on the 7th instant, Mrs Colin H. Dunlop; a son."
"Mina Maria CRAUFORD","18 Feb 1869","DUNDEE COURIER: BIRTHS: At 1 Coates Place, Edinburgh, on the 16th inst., Mrs Colin H Dunlop, of a daughter - posthumous."
"Ada Agnes CULPIN","15 Feb 1907","STAMFORD MERCURY: Castor. An inquest was held at the Fitzwilliam Arms, Castor, on Monday, into the circumstances attending the sudden death on Friday of Mr. Wright Culpin, at the age of 76. Mr. J. W. Harris was foreman of the jury.?Ada Agnes Culpin. daughter of deceased, said her father was a gardener. He had been at work recently, and with the exception of slight cold had not been ill. After retiring to rest, deceased made gurgling noise in his throat, and was found by his wife and witness to be dead.?Dr. Collins said death was in all probability due to syncope during sleep.-The jury returned verdict of ""death from natural causes"""
"Agnes Clara CULPIN","29 Jan 1910","GRANTHAM JOURNAL: In loving memory of Agnes Clara, the beloved wife of Frederick Haldenby, and the beloved daughter of Mrs. M. E. Culpin, who passed away January 27th 1909.Her life on earth was peace and love. But Christ will link the broken chain When in Heaven we meet again. Mother "
"Agnes Clara CULPIN","24 Jan 1914","GRANTHAM JOURNAL: In memory of Agnes Clara, the beloved wife of F E Haldenby, and the dearly-loved daughter of Mrs M E Culpin and the late S Culpin, who departed this life January 27th, 1909, aged 28 years. ""Five years have gone since that sad day. But never a morning dawns or night returns, But what I think of thee."" Mother."
"Agnes Clara CULPIN","30 Jan 1915","GRANTHAM JOURNAL: In loving memory of Agnes Clara, wife of F.C. Haldenby, and only daughter of M.E. Culpin and the late S. Culpin, who died January 27th, 1909. As years roll on I miss her more and more. Peace, perfect peace. Mother"
"Albert CULPIN","14 Feb 1946","HUNTS POST: PROMINENT ST IVES TRADER. Death of Mr ""Dick"" Culpin. Prominent St Ives grocer and former Town Councillor, Mr Albert ""Dick"" Culpin, 4 East St, passed away on Wednesday after a prolonged illness at the age of 70. A native of St Ives and fourth son of the late Mr E [sic] Culpin, blacksmith of the Quadrant, he did not follow his father's business but was apprenticed to the grocery trade with the late Mr J Johnson. Later he started to trade on his own account and successfully conducted the business for the past 40 years. At the request of many townspeople, Mr Culpin offered himself as a Ratepayers' Association Candidate for the Town Council Election of 1933, when controversy raged over the purchase of ""Stanley House"" as a town hall. He was elected and did invaluable work as Chairman of the Park Committee amongst other duties. On medical advice however, he did not contest the 1938 election. Mr Culpin was the Hon. Sec. for the Addenbrooke's Hospital Scheme at St Ives for several years and as a younger man was in the forefront of any effort for the Hunts and Cambridge Hospitals. Many will remember the popular ""6d Pops"" which the late Mr Dick Turner ran when Mayor and in which Mr Culpin took such a big lead. He was a prominent Odd Fellow and a former trustee of the St Ives Lodge. He was married to Miss Florence Measures at St Ives Parish Church in 1898, and is survived by his widow and three daughters. As a churchman, few worked harder than he for the Restoration of the church after one of our own aeroplanes crashed into the steeple in 1918, a disaster which meant the raising of some thousands of pounds in addition to the Government grant. During the 1914-18 war he served with the L.D.V. and as far as health would permit did service during the World War II as a member of the Observer Corps. He loved all forms of sport, especially football. He was a Town Club player as a young man.
LARGE CONGREGATION
A large congregation attended the funeral service conducted by the Rev D Marsh at the Parish Church on Saturday. Mr H J Halton was the organist; the music included the hymns ""Abide with Me"" and ""On the Resurrection Morning"". ""O rest in the Lord"" (Elijah) was played as the cortege left the church. The chief mourners were Mrs Culpin (widow), Mr & Mrs G James, Miss I Culpin, Mr & Mrs R Anderson (sons-in-law and daughters), Mr D James (grandson), Mr H Culpin, Ely (brother), Mrs C Culpin, Swavesey (sister-in-law), Mrs Smart, Swavesey, Mrs McDermott, Fen Drayton (nieces), Mr A Culpin, Swavesey, Mr W Robb, St Ives, Mr W Barratt, Cambridge (nephews), Mr F Curtis, Swavesey, Mr G Thomas, Gloucs, Mrs G Brookbanks, Mr & Mrs G Avery, PC & Mrs A Mason, Mr & Mrs Uteridge, Miss Dring (friends). Owing to illness Mr & Mrs J Culpin (brother & sister-in-law) and Mrs Freeman (sister) were unable to be present. Among those present were The Mayor (Coun EG Holmes), Rev HS Newill, Mr W Wood Horn, Mr & Mrs HG Stiles, Mr GL Day, Mr D Caulton, Mr & Mrs H Clements, Mr H Jude, Mr J Bryant, Messrs H & E Bull, Mr G Darlow, Mr M Radford, Mr C Rowell, Mr & Mrs W Brunning, Mr H Whaley, Mr F Standen, Messrs A & J Anderson, Mr H Radford, Mr H Hammond, Mr HA Savory, Mr PD Fenton, Mr A Radford, Mr JS Main, Mr R Eaton, Mr AB Ulph, Mr A Laurie, Mr G Harrison, Mr W Furniss, Mr WH Gotobed, Mr G Hill, Mr F Dew, Mr G Wandsworth.
ODDFELLOWS REPRESENTED
Mr & Mrs GP Radford, Mrs WR Grove, Mr R French, Mr F Palmer, Mr & Mrs R Stiles, Mr & Mrs Murkett, Mr & Mrs P Childs, Mrs G Brown, Mr JW Hatchett, Mr East, Miss L Radford, Mr R Churchyard, Mr & Mrs E Binks, Mr & Mrs Cornwell, Mr G Jacob, Messrs AC Smith, D Reynolds & J Viles (representing the Odd Fellows), Mrs Musson, Mrs Tanner, Miss Hunt, Mr W Cooper, Mrs Ivory, Mrs W Smith, Mrs W Holmes, Mrs WB Mason, Mrs H Holmes, Mrs Fisher, Mrs Ward, Mrs H Saint, Mrs E Gurrey, Mrs J Smith, Mrs Spolton. Mrs James, Mrs L Dellar, Mrs H Anderson jnr, Mrs E Anderson jnr, Mrs C Longland, Nurse Heath and Miss Heath, Mrs Harris, Miss Wilson, Mrs Dicks, Miss Staden, Mrs Tinker, Mrs Benton, Mrs Howse, Mrs and Miss Lines, Mrs Dunster, Mrs Whitbread, Mr & Mrs Rendall, Mrs J Moore, Mr H Cotton, Mrs Softly, Mrs G Adams, Mrs W Noble, Mrs F Arnold, Mrs Frith, Mrs Cockle, Mrs Everitt. Mrs Cross, Mrs Porter, Mrs J Denton, Mrs Shipp, Mrs Coates, Mrs C Ward, Mrs Hall, Miss Varley, Mrs Toller, Mrs Wales, Mrs Golding, Mrs Warrington, Mrs Walker, Mr A Golding, Mr W Bailey, Mrs Guinevan, Mr Fairbloom, Mrs Wright (Huntingdon).
In addition to family wreaths, there were a large number of floral tributes.
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"Albert Hahnamann CULPIN","25 Apr 1928","NSW POLICE GAZETTE: PATIENTS ADMITTED TO MENTAL HOSPITAL WHOSE FRIENDS & RELATIVES ARE NOT KNOWN. Mental Hospital, Rydalmere. On 4th instant: Albert Henry Culpin, 68 years of age, 5 feet 4 1/2 inches high, 9 stone weight, grey hair (bald), brown eyes, crossed flags with star tattooed on left forearm, and heart, anchor and cross on right arm; Church of England religion; a gardener."
"Albert Jeremiah CULPIN","1917","CULPIN, ALBERT, private, 21 8-12 years of age, 5ft 7 1/2 ins, bright complexion, brown hair, brown eyes, four vaccination marks left upper arms, big scar left inner leg. Born at Egerton, Victoria. Next of kin -Father, George Culpin, Blende-street, Broken Hill, New South Wales. Enlisted at Donald, Victoria. Deserted from Broadmeadows Camp, 6th June, 1917."
"Albert Victor CULPIN","31 Mar 1905","STAMFORD MERCURY: DEATHS: King's Cliffe - March 23, Albert Culpin, 8 "
"Alfred Sydney CULPIN","23 Sep 1943","LIVERPOOL ECHO: ON ACTIVE SERVICE. CULPIN-Reported missing at sea whilst prisoner of war, ALFRED SYDNEY (Pim) KORR. (Sadly missed.) Mam, Dad and family (Hilda Canada, Herbert MN). 39 Shrewsbury Road Birkenhead."
"Amos CULPIN","6 Nov 1918","GRANTHAM JOURNAL: DIED ON ACTIVE SERVICE. CULPIN: At the Detention Hospital, Salonika, on October 23rd, 1918, of broncho-pneumonia, following influenza, Amos, the dearly-loved eldest son of Mr and Mrs Culpin, Ashwell-road, Oakham, aged 33 years."
"Amos CULPIN","25 Oct 1919","GRANTHAM JOURNAL: In Memoriam: In loving memory of my dear husband Corpl. Amos Culpin, who died October 23rd. 1918. Only those who have lost can understand. From his loving WIFE and JIMMY."
"Anthony Paul CULPIN","28 Mar 1985","CAMBRIDGE EVENING NEWS: Deaths: Culpin
Anthony Paul, passed suddenly to rest in hospital on Sunday, March 24th 1985, aged 46 years, dearly loved son of Mr & Mrs Alan Colclough, of 71 Greville Road, Cambridge, dear father of Paul, Darren, Alan & Philip, and much loved brother of Sandra and Christopher. Funeral service at Cambridge City Crematorium on Tuesday April 2nd at 10.30 am. Floral tributes may be sent to Co-operative Funeral Service, Chapel of Rest, James Street, Cambridge."
"Arthur CULPIN","21 Nov 1903","SUNDERLAND DAILY ECHO & SHIPPING GAZETTE: TRADESMAN'S MYSTERIOUS DEATH. A mysterious occurrence is reported to have taken place on Friday afternoon on the highway near Fendrayton. A tradesman of St Ives, named Arthur Culpin, was found dead on the roadside with bruises on his body and lacerations on his face. There are no traces of a robbery. An inquest will be held."
"Arthur CULPIN","21 Nov 1903","MANCHESTER EVENING NEWS: A CAMBRIDGESHIRE MYSTERY. Last evening Mr Arthur Culpin, a tradesman of St Ives, was found dead on the roadside near Fen Drayton, Cambridgeshire, with cuts and bruises on his face and head. The whole affair is shrouded in mystery. The body was found at the spot where a coachman was held up a few days ago."
"Arthur CULPIN","24 Nov 1903","THE WESTERN TIMES: A REIGN OF TERROR. Night Shooting Outrages in Essex
(Second Para): In connection with this affair, it may be mentioned that Mr Arthur Culpin, a tradesman of St Ives, was last week found dead on the road near Fendrayton with cuts and bruises on his face and head. What makes the affair still more mysterious is that there are no traces of robbery."
"Arthur CULPIN","28 Nov 1903","HUNTS COUNTY NEWS: DEATH OF MR ARTHUR CULPIN. ALARMIST RUMOURS DISPROVED. Mr Arthur Culpin, of St Ives, who is well-known in the County and surrounding districts as an implement manufacturer, was found dead on the road at Fen Drayton early on Thursday morning. At first there were many rumours of foul play, the alarm created in Cambridgeshire recently by several mysterious shooting outrages, leading many to connect his death with them. So far as these reports were concerned, they have happily proved to be unfounded, and though his death will be as widely regretted, it will not have added to it the horror of foul play. How Mr Culpin came to be where his body was found is not known. After attending St Neots market on the Thursday, he went to Bedford, from whence he telegraphed to his mother that if it were foggy, he should not return that night. That was about six o'clock and from that time his movements are unknown. In all probability he came through to Cambridge by the London and North Western Railway, but how he got from Cambridge to where he was found, his brown boots being scarcely soiled, it is impossible to say. There was a sharp frost that night, which would prevent the roads being muddy, or what is more likely, someone may have given him a lift for the greater part of the distance. In any event he was evidently completing the journey on foot to his brother's house at Fen Drayton when he was seized with sudden illness and fell, probably dying immediately. There he was found early on Friday morning by a passing postman.
THE INQUEST The inquest was held at the residence of Mr M. C. Culpin at Fen Drayton, the body having been removed there, on Friday morning. Supt Webb attended the inquest on behalf of the Cambs Constabulary. The following evidence was taken: Millice Charles Culpin identified the body as that of his brother. In answer to the Coroner, he said he did not expect the deceased at his house on Thursday night. Deceased had complained of feeling unwell. He told witness he had a very bad head when witness saw him at Conington on Wednesday evening. Deceased had recently been attended by Dr Mence and was 30 years of age. Witness was unaware that deceased intended going to Cambridge on Thursday evening. In answer to the jury, the witness said that if the deceased travelled to Cambridge from Bedford, after sending off the telegram at six o'clock, he would be unable to catch a train from Cambridge to St Ives. George Goodman, labourer, of Fen Drayton, said that on the morning of the 20th he was going along the road from Fen Drayton, in the direction of Connington, and when he got about three-quarters of a mile from Fen Drayton he saw something lying on the bank. It was too dark to see what it was. He did not stop to look at it closely, and did not think at the time that it was a man. Asked how he now knew it to be deceased, witness said that he afterwards heard that deceased had been found at the spot where he saw something. It was a common thing for him to see travellers lying along there, ""Because they could not get anywhere else"" he supposed. Upon the Coroner saying he should have thought that witness would have gone and looked at the object he saw, witness said that he had several times seen men on the road. In answer to various questions, witness said he thought it was a man lying on the road, but he could not see distinctly. It occurred to him that something was wrong, but he was rather behind that morning and did not stop. He had not said that if he had known it was a man he should have gone on and got his steam up. What he did say was that he should have gone back and told the constable, but he had no idea of such a thing. The Coroner said he thought the witness's explanation was a very lame one, and it seemed to him he was wanting in common good feeling in passing without enquiring. His expenses would be disallowed. Walter James Chappell, postman, of Swavesey, said on Friday morning he was passing along the road from Fen Drayton to Connington, about ten minutes past seven, and about three-quarters of a mile from Fen Drayton, he saw a man lying on the bank at the side of the road. He went up to him, thinking it was somebody in a fit. He then saw the man was dead. He was lying on his back, with his arms outstretched, his fists clenched, and his head hanging over the bank towards the brook. The body was cold. Witness told Mr Scambler what he had seen. Thomas Richardson, labourer, Fen Drayton, also deposed to seeing the body on the bank as described by the last witness. PC Kitchener said he arrived at the spot at ten minutes to nine. The deceased was lying on his back, his arms extended, his left leg drawn up, his right leg straight and his head thrown back. Froth was issuing from his mouth. The body was quite stiff. There was no sign of a struggle. Dr Mence: you found money on him? Witness: yes, Sir. And his watch? Yes, watch and chain. I found a purse on him containing one sovereign, one half-sovereign, fifteen shillings in silver and sixpence in coppers. Dr Mence, of St Ives, said he had attended deceased during the last few days for a cold, and had on other occasions attended him for heart disease and asthma. There was no doubt that he died of heart disease, probably accelerated by exposure and cold if, as he imagined, he had been walking from Cambridge. He had probably been dead some hours. Deceased was quite well enough to attend to his business in the ordinary way, but not to walk from Cambridge. In answer to Supt Webb, witness added that if deceased had had a ride it would not have been good for him on so cold a night. The Coroner, in summing up, said it was satisfactory to know that the deceased must have been dead when the witness Goodman passed, so that his conduct good not have in any way contribute to Mr Culpin's death. They had every reason to believe that the evidence of the doctor was correct, and that in all probability the deceased died from heart disease accelerated by cold and exposure. The jury returned a verdict accordingly.
THE FUNERAL
The funeral of the late Mr Arthur Culpin took place on Tuesday afternoon at the non-conformist cemetery, St Ives, the Reverend J. Hutchinson conducting the service. The chief mourners were: Mrs Culpin (mother), Millicent [sic], Charles, May, Harry, James, Albert, Maggie and F. Culpin, Mrs Robb and Mrs A. E. Freeman (brothers and sisters), Mr Sam Robb and Miss Worts, Mr A. E. Freeman and Mrs A. Culpin, Mr G. Pink and Mr John Culpin (Stamford), misses H. and L. Culpin, Mrs Barrett and Miss Barrett (Newmarket), Mrs J. E. Freeman, and the employees of the firm. Others in the procession were: Messrs J. R. Ingram, C. Storey, A. Sandifer, H. Anderson, W. Worts, C. Makeham, T. Measures, J. Measures, C. A. Stiles, T. Whalley, W. Stevens, A. Saint, Albert Radford, H. Burgess, G. Stoneham, A. Chandler, F. Bland, A. Edwards, J. Scambler, W. Simmonds, J. Fordham, C. Walker, H. Armes and R. Wilkinson. Messrs Bryant and Bryant carried out the funeral arrangements. Messrs Skeeles Bros were the undertakers. The coffin bore the following inscription:- Arthur Culpin, born January 17th 1873, died November 20th 1903.
The wreaths were many and beautiful and bore the following inscriptions:- Dear loving son and brother from Mother, Sisters and Brothers; In ever loving memory from his broken-hearted Flo; In ever loving memory Sam, Sophie and Willie; With sincere sympathy from Uncle and Aunt, Cambridge; To Dear Uncle Joe from Mary, Harold and Flo; With deepest sympathy and loving remembrance of our true friend and master from his employees; From Mr and Mrs J. E. Freeman with deepest sympathy, ""His life was noble""; with loving sympathy from Mr and Mrs P. S. Friend, Cambridge, From Mr and Mrs Worts with deepest sympathy and regret; With sincere sympathy from W. and G. Fordham; With deep sympathy from Emma, Cambridge; With deepest sympathy from an old friend, From Mr and Mrs H. Anderson with heartfelt sympathy; With deepest sympathy from a few of his old friends, R. I. P.; With sincere sympathy from Mrs C. M. Brown and daughters."
"Arthur William CULPIN","13 Oct 2016","CAMBRIDGE NEWS: CULPIN Arthur William Passed away peacefully at his home in Little Downham on Thursday 29th September 2016 in his 92nd year. Dearest husband of the late Emma Jane and friend to many. The Funeral service has taken place. Donations in memory of Arthur for CAMSIGHT may be sent to C. E. Fuller & Co, 23 Hall Street, Soham, CB7 5BN."
"Benjamin Ephraim Lamartin CULPIN, F.G.S.","27 Oct 1928","HASTINGS & ST LEONARDS OBSERVER: DEATH OF MR CULPIN. A few weeks ago we published a poem on Battle from Mr Ben E L Culpin, of North Trade-road, Battle, which was widely read. We regret that on Tuesday Mr Culpin passed away at the age of 80, after a short illness. Mr Culpin had spent a strenuous life, particularly in Liberal, Nonconformist and Temperance circles, but since his retirement to Battle some years ago, has become widely known and respected as an enthusiastic geologist, a member of the Battle Choral Society, and a gardener, whose garden was visited with pleasure by many residents in the district. During the present summer Mr Culpin was elected an Honorary Fellow of the Geological Society in recognition of his great services to that science. He was an artist of no mean order, and frequently showed his pictures at exhibitions. Some years ago he published a number of his poems and had prepared a further selection for press at the time of his death. Eight years ago he celebrated his golden wedding and his wife and four children still survive him."
"Bernard Walter CULPIN","2019","Extract from obituary in The Times, 22 July 2019: ""Bernard Culpin was born in Swinton in 1921. His father, George, a lay Methodist preacher and engine driver, died after being hit by a train when Culpin was four, leaving his mother Lydia (nee Southall) to support him through her work as a tailor....."""
"Blanche CULPIN","12 Jul 1951","CAMBRIDGE DAILY NEWS: Deaths:- Freeman. On July 11th 1951, suddenly, at 244 Hills Road, Blanche Freeman, dearly loved wife of the late AJE Freeman. Requiem Mass on Monday 16th July at the Church of Our Lady and English Martyrs at 10am. Flowers to O'Hannon, Chesterton Road, Cambridge. "
"Cecil CULPIN","5 Mar 1927","GRANTHAM JOURNAL: IN MEMORIAM: Culpin - In ever-loving memory of a dear husband and son, Cecil Culpin, who passed away February 27th 1924. ""Nobody knew the pain he bore, Beneath the smile he always wore: Sweet is the memory that never will fade, Of one we loved, but could not save."" From his loving wife and daughter, mother, father, brothers and sisters (Bottesford)"
"Charles CULPIN","20 0ct 1826","CAMBRIDGE CHRONICLE & JOURNAL: HUNTINGDONSHIRE QUARTER SESSIONS. William Fuller, a truculent looking fellow as ever held a hand up at a bar of justice, was indicted for destroying on the 18th of July, in a most barbarous manner, an ass, the property of Charles Culpin. Charles Culpin is a blacksmith, living at St Ives. On the 18th of July he saw the ass, which he kept in a hovel in a close: she was then quite well; the next morning his son fetched her up in a dying state. He went to the hovel where he found a fork, the handle of which, for about a foot and a half, was smeared with blood. The ass died in consequence of a wound, given in the most revolting manner. Mr Culpin, on being asked on what terms he had been with the prisoner, said, that some time ago, while he was swearing among Mr Culpin's children, he had sent for a constable, who took him into custody; since which he frequently insulted witness. Mr Swallow was present on the 19th of July, when the prisoner was apprehended on being charged with an atrocious act on Mr Culpin's donkey, he said I never did it, but Joesph Harrop did. On Harrop being sent for, his father came with him, who swore that his son was in bed at half-past seven. Mr Swallow then asked him what further he had to say, when he fell a-crying, and said, if Mr Culpin will forgive me, I will never do it again. On being asked what he had done, he said, I ran the shaft of the fork a foot, or half a foot, up the donkey. Verdict Guilty. Sentence, 14 years transportation."
"Charles CULPIN","3 Dec 1836","THE TIMES: The Late Gale. St Ives:- During the gale on Tuesday Mr J Earl\'s brewhouse chimney was blown down and much damage caused. The gable-end of the house of Mr Culpin, blacksmith, also fell "
"Charles CULPIN","12 Aug 1843","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: Hume Burgess, constable of St. Ives, charged Chas. Culpin, also parish constable, with having neglected to assist him keeping the peace at the sale for church-rates on Wednesday, the 5th instant, when called upon. Mr. Culpin very eloquently defended himself, and examined and cross-examined the witnesses, but the Magistrates inflicted a fine of £2. 10s., and 15s. expences, which he declared he would not pay, and a distress warrant was issued against his goods."
"Charles CULPIN","19 Aug 1843","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: Mr. Culpin. We have received a letter from Mr. Culpin, of St. Ives, wherein states that there was no ground whatever for the charge against him, before the St. Ives Bench, for dereliction of duty as a constable, reported in last journal, and he complains of what he terms the irony of our reporter, in merely stating that he "" eloquently defended himself,"" and not reporting the case greater length. This matter we are, of course, compelled to leave to his own discretion. If the facts of the case, however, are stated by Mr. Culpin, he has been very hardly done by."
"Charles CULPIN","6 Jun 1863","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENTS. C. CULPIN BEGS inform the Purchasers of Agricultural Implements that he has OPENED A NEW WAREHOUSE, where he intends Exhibiting the various Implements which have established his reputation as Inventor, Improver, and also from Messrs. Hornsby and Son, and Sims, and other eminent Makers. Cromwell Place, Bottom White Hart Lane, St. Ives."
"Charles CULPIN","7 May 1869","STAMFORD MERCURY: DEATHS: At St Ives, on the 4th inst., Mr Charles Culpin, agricultural implement maker "
"Charles CULPIN","8 May 1869","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: St. Ives. We have this week to record and regret the death of Mr. Chas. Culpin, agricultural implement maker, of this town, which occurred on Tuesday morning. He has been a great sufferer for some time past. He was an intelligent and kind-hearted man, respected and esteemed by all who came in contact with him, and he will be long regretted by a large circle of friends."
"Charles CULPIN","5 Jun 1869","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: Mr. Charles Culpin, deceased. ALL Persons having any Claim or Demand upon the estate of Mr. CHARLES CULPIN, late of St. Ives, Hunts., agricultural implement manufacturer, deceased, are requested to send a statement thereof to Mr. William Wacey Adams, of Saint Ives aforesaid, one of the Executors of the will of the deceased, or to me. And all Persons indebted to the estate are requested to pay the amount of their accounts to Mr. Millice Culpin, of St. Ives aforesaid, the son of the deceased. By order of the Executors, 26th May, 1859. JOHN WATTS. Solr., Bullock Market, St. Ives. NB, The business will be carried by Mr. Millice Culpin, on the premises lately occupied by Mr. Charles Culpin, in Cromwell Place, St. Ives."
"Charles CULPIN","9 Apr 1892","THE TIMES: Bankruptcy/Receiving Orders. Culpin Charles, Stevenage, boot & shoe dealer."
"Charles O'Connell CULPIN","5 Oct 1867","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: DEATHS: Culpin - Sept 26, at St Ives, Charles O'Connell Culpin, in his 32nd year."
"Charlotte Elizabeth CULPIN","4 Aug 1899","NORTHAMPTON MERCURY: ATTEMPTED SUICIDE
Charlotte Culpin (13), Titchmarsh, was charged with attempted suicide on July 21st. Joseph Hankins, farmer, stated that prisoner was in his employ, and on July 16th and July 20th she made statements to him and threatened to drown herself. The next morning she was missing, and witness found her in a pond near his house. He asked her to come out, and she came out. She was only in the water up to her knees, but she was wet all over. She was partly undressed. She was a good girl to do her work. Inspector Onan said he arrested the girl on the charge of attempted suicide, and on the way to the station she said she never thought of doing anything until she said she would. She had been in the water three-quarters of an hour. She said ""I went under two or three times, but could not stop."" Prisoner had told him since she was in custody that her head was very bad. The girl was cautioned and dismissed."
"Clarence Howard CULPIN","18 Apr 1918","BRISBANE COURIER: Dr and Mrs Culpin of Taringa have received news that their son Clarence H. Culpin late of Eumundi was killed in France on April l6."
"Clarence Howard CULPIN","19 Oct 1918","BRISBANE COURIER: APPRECIATION OF SOLDIERS. EUMUNDI, October 8. A memorial tree planting ceremony under the auspices of the Eumundi Women\'s Patriotic Committee was carried out last Saturday, when 12 trees were planted by the nearest relatives of 12 Eumundi heroes who have recently fallen at the Front. A procession of boy scouts, State school pupils, and a batch of returned soldiers marched from the State school to the School of Arts, where a large crowd had assembled. The Nambour Town Band was in attendance. Before the tree planting commenced patriotic speeches were delivered by Messrs R Warren, Jill, Sharry, and Chapman (chairmen of the Maroochy and Noosa Shire Councils respectively), Rev. Jas. Moorehouse, Mr W Brookes (Maroochy shire clerk), and Sergeant Russell The Brisbane visitors included Dr Culpin, who planted a tree in memory of his deceased son Clarence. In the evening a sacred concert was held in the School ot Arts, and was well attended. Eighteen trees in all have now been planted."
"Daisy Ellen CULPIN","10 Dec 1937","MORNING BULLETIN, ROCKHAMPTON: READ THE LEADERS. Miss D E Culpin (Principal of Fairholme Girls' College), Toowoomba, at the Speech Day, while reading her annual report, said there was something which she intended to have in her report, but it had been overlooked. She said it was this, ""Parents, make your daughters read the leading articles in the newspapers. It is good mental exercise, trains their minds, and gives them a good knowledge of temporal things."""
"Daisy Ellen CULPIN","19 Jun 1940","BRISBANE COURIER-MAIL: Farewell To Fairholme College Principal. TOOWOOMBA, Tuesday. Miss D. E. Culpin, who is retiring at the end of the week from the position of principal of Fairholme Presbyterian Girls' College, which she has held for 18 years, was farewelled at the school to day, and presented by the Rev. Mervyn Henderson, principal of Emmanuel College and chairman of the Presbyterian Board of Education, with a cheque for £250 from the board. The senior prefect (Olive McMahon) presented Miss Culpin with a wallet of notes from the staff and pupils."
"Ebenezer Chaloner CULPIN","4 Nov 1935","THE AGE: CULPlN. The Friends of the late EBENEZER CHALONER CULPIN are Invited to follow his remains to the Boroondara Cemetery, Kew. The funeral will leave the mortuary parlors of Le Pine and Son Pty. Ltd., 414 Burke-road, Camberwell, THIS DAY (Monday), 4th November, at 10.30 a.m. LE PINE and SON PTY. LTD., Funeral Directors. "
"Elizabeth CULPIN","6 Aug 1869","LIVERPOOL MERCURY: A Terrible scene in the Streets of London. A terrible story was told at an inquest held in London on Wednesday night. Elizabeth Culpin, aged 18, a domestic servant, was engaged at laundry work with the door of the copper open, when the draught forced her dress, extended by crinoline, towards the fire. It immediately ignited. Finding herself on fire she screamed for assistance, and her mistress, who was sitting in the parlour, immediately ran down the stairs. On seeing her servant enveloped in flame she turned back, and deceased ran to her and clutched her from behind. The mistress hurried along the passage, opened the street door, and went into the thoroughfare, the girl behind her in flames. She would not relinquish her hold. Several men rushed to the scene and, taking off their coats, enveloped her and suppressed the fire. The poor girl fell and was conveyed to University College Hospital where, after lingering for eleven days, she died from tetanus."
"Ellen Mary CULPIN","5 May 1916","HUNTS POST: DEATHS: At St Ives, on April 27, Ellen Mary Dellar, age 55 years. Mr G Dellar and family wish to thank all friends for their kindness and sympathy in their recent bereavement."
"Ernest CULPIN","8 Jul 1905","THE QUEENSLANDER: SOCIAL GOSSIP - Information has been received in Brisbane to the effect that Mr Ernest Culpin, youngest son of Dr Culpin, MHR, has just passed his final examination in medicine at the Sydney University. Mr Culpin was formerly a scholar at Brisbane Grammar School"
"Ernest CULPIN","6 Jul 1909","SYDNEY MORNING HERALD: University of Sydney. The following degrees were conferred in absentia ...... Master of Surgery, Ernest Culpin...."
"Ernest CULPIN","24 Mar 1934","BRISBANE COURIER-MAIL: SAILING CLUB BENEFIT. Dr. Ernest Culpin (commodore of the Oxley Sailing Club) and Mrs. Culpin entertained a large number of guests at Yeronglea, their home In Yeronga, last evening, at a bridge party in aid of the funds of the ladies\' committee of the club. Mrs. Culpin (patroness) and Mrs. Arthur Goldsmith (president), with Dr. Culpin, welcomed the guests. Mrs. Culpin wore a spray of English honeysuckle with her georgette frock in autumn tonings. Mrs. Goldsmith\'s frock was of moonlight blue mariette. Zinnias and golden glow were massed in the long drawing room, where thirty bridge tables were arranged. Other guests enjoyed cards on the verandas where the pennants and flags of the Oxley Sailing Club made a bright setting. The hostesses were assisted in serving supper by Mesdames F. W. Pledge (vice-president). Kenneth Thomson (honorary secretary and treasurer), Leonard Robert, and A. Hardy Berry"
"Ernest Henry CULPIN","26 Oct 1918","GRANTHAM JOURNAL: Pte E H Culpin, Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers, of Oakham. The death as the result of being wounded, which necessitated the amputation of an arm, took place at a Casualty Clearing Station, in France, on the 8th October, of Pte. Ernest Hy. Culpin, Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers, second son of Mr and Mrs Culpin, of 14, Ashwell-road, Oakham. The usual official notice, from the Infantry Record Office, at Dublin, was preceded by a War Office telegram, notifying Pte. Culpin had died of wounds after the left arm had been amputated, and the following letter has also been received:- ""12th CCS, BEF, France. 11/10/18. Dear Mrs Culpin, I write to express my sincere sympathy with you on the death of your son. He was admitted to hospital on the 8th and died the same day, at 2.45pm. I don't think he suffered much, as he was unconscious most of the time. I buried him in the British cemetery here. May he rest in peace, and may God accept the noble sacrifice he has made in the war. My heart goes out to you poor mothers. God help you. Yours truly, H A Griffiths, Chaplain."" Pte. Culpin, who was 32 years of age, was home on leave some six weeks ago, after a long absence, during which period he been seen service in Salonica, Egypt, and Palestine, and was one of the first to enter Jerusalem afters its capture, being in the city when General Allenby rode through it on horseback. He afterwards came to the Western front. Deceased had been in the Army three years, being previously herdman for Lord Lilford, at Lilford Hall, Northants. A brother, Corpl. A Culpin, of the MTS, is at the present time attached to the Servian Army, while a brother-in-law, Pte F E Garner, RAMC, of Oakham, died on service two years ago."
"Ernest Keith CULPIN","15 Jun 1991","SYDNEY MORNING HERALD: E K Culpin, 9 June 1991, late of Bayview."
"Esther Annie CULPIN","1 Sep 1905","STAMFORD MERCURY: Deaths: Newborough - Aug. 16, Esther Annie Masters Culpin, 24 "
"Ethel CULPIN","19 Nov 1881","CAMBRIDGESHIRE INDEPENDENT PRESS: DEATHS: Culpin - November 9, at Manea, Ethel Culpin, age 1 1/2 "
"Ewart Gladstone CULPIN","7 Aug 1908","THE TIMES: The Town Planning Bill. To the Editor of The Times, Sir, I should be obliged if you would give publicity to the fact that the Garden City Association is prepared to arrange for speakers at meetings and conferences on the subject of town planning during the autumn and winter months. The entire services of Mr Ebenezer Howard, well known throughout the country as the founder of the premier example of town planning, Letchworth Garden City, have been secured for this purpose and I shall be glad to receive applications from any societies, institutions or individuals interested in the matter. It is felt that it is urgently necessary to educate the public of the country as to the importance of town planning, and so prepare the way for useful work being undertaken when the present Bill becomes law. Yours faithfully Ewart G Culpin, Secretary, Garden City Planning Assocation
602 Birkbeck Bank chambers, Holborn, WC"
"Ewart Gladstone CULPIN","11 May 1928","HERTS ADVERTISER: Photo: Ewart Gladstone Culpin, St Albans, labour candidate"
"Ewart Gladstone CULPIN","30 Dec 1936","THE TIMES: News in brief: Invalids. Mr Ewart G Culpin, the vice-chairman of the London County Council, who has spent Christmas in Hammersmith Hospital, hopes to leave at the end of the week. The treatment has been so successful that the expected operation will be unnecessary"
"Ewart Gladstone CULPIN","2 Jun 1938","THE TIMES: News in brief: Invalids. Mr Ewart G Culpin, chairman of the London County Council, who has recently undergone an internal operation, was stated yesterday to be progressing favourably."
"Ewart Gladstone CULPIN","20 Jun 1938","THE TIMES: News in brief: Invalids. Mr E G Culpin, chairman of the LCC, on Saturday left Hammersmith Hospital, which he entered on May 26 to undergo an internal operation."
"Ewart Gladstone CULPIN","2 Dec 1946","THE TIMES: Obituaries: Mr E G Culpin. Mr Ewart Gladstone Culpin, FRIBA, vice-chairman of London County Council from 1934 to 1937, and chairman from 1938 to 1939, died in London yesterday. He was born in 1877, the son of Ben Ephraim Lamartine and Eliza Culpin. He was educated at Alleyne's Grammar School, Stevenage, and at Hitchin Grammar School. In 1905 he was appointed secretary to the Garden City Association and in 1907 founded the International Garden Cities and Town Planning Association. He wrote many booklets on housing and town planning, and was decorated by several foreign countries for his services in advising them on questions of reconstruction. He was chairman of the Standing Conference on London Regional Planning and a past president of the Incorporated Association of Architects and Surveyors. He married in 1903 Nora Driver; there were two sons of the marriage."
"Ewart Gladstone CULPIN","3 Dec 1946","THE TIMES: Deaths: Culpin. On December 1, 1946 at the Royal Masonic Hospital, Ewart Gladstone Culpin, FRIBA, past Chairman of the LCC and past President of the Town Planning Institute, aged 68. Cremation private. "
"Frances Harriett CULPIN","30 Jul 1925","HUNTS POST: St Ives Woman's death:- Miss Frances Harriett Culpin, aged 79, a single woman, died at Malting Cottages, Needingworth, where she had been living, on Saturday. Deceased was a native of St Ives and the funeral took place on Wednesday afternoon, the Ref. J Phillips (Pastor of the Free Church) officiating."
"Frances Millais CULPIN","22 Dec 1934","THE TIMES: PRISONERS OF WAR. Captain Stanley Shaw's suggestion that it would profit a country to treat decently its prisoners of war prompts me to tell of an incident of last summer. While resting by a wood near Freiburg in Breisgau I was given a cheery \""Gluck auf\"" by a middle-aged countryman, who talked to me about bees and honey and pine tress till he discovered I was English. Becoming at once more friendly still, he told how he had spent three years in England as a Kriegsgefangener, how well he was treated, how he didn\'t see much of Manchester because of course he was in a prison, but then he was sent to Wales to work in a quarry Dough-hely (Dolgelly?), what a fine country it was, what a good time he had, and finally that he would visit it again if he had the money. Decent treatment of prisoners may help to win a war, but the testimony of this simple countryman shows that it may be worth while for even better reasons. Frances M Culpin, 12, Park Village East, N.W.1"
"Frances Millais CULPIN","14 Oct 2003","HAMPSHIRE CHRONICLE: GRAN, 89, IS JAILED. SHE may be 89 but Hampshire great-grandmother Frances Mackeith still fights for what she believes in. Having spent the past 40 years taking part in peace protests across the country, the defiant pensioner was never going to let her age stand in the way of her principles. And yesterday the widow, who is not unused to brushing with the long arm of the law, found herself behind bars for just that. Mrs Mackeith, of Oliver's Battery Crescent, near Winchester, was frogmarched from a court room for refusing to pay a fine imposed by Hertfordshire magistrates last month after she was convicted of obstructing a highway at an anti-war protest in North London in January. The mother of six had originally denied the charge but she was found guilty and ordered to pay court costs and a £90 penalty. She paid the court costs but was yesterday taken to the cells at Basingstoke Magistrates' Court after repeatedly refusing to pay the fine. Last night Mrs Mackeith, who was freed at 2pm, told the Daily Echo: ""I'm still hyped up but I expect I shall feel tired later, but I have no regrets and I would do it all again. I am pretty healthy, very obstinate and I have always had a lot of support from my friends and family. ""I was taken away by two beefy people and had to sit in a cell for three hours, where I was fed a rather revolting lunch, but I would do it again. ""It was pretty unlikely that, at my age, I was going to change my mind. For a long time I have felt that war is wrong."" Mrs Mackeith, who also has ten grandchildren and two great-grandchildren, has been a Quaker for 30 years, ever since she moved to Winchester with her late husband. She began demonstrating for world peace in the 1960s and got her first taste for non-violent campaigning during the famous sit-down at Trafalgar Square. Since then she has been arrested four times and apprehended by the Army once on Salisbury Plain. Mrs Mackeith, who arrived at court yesterday carrying an overnight bag, had been warned by magistrates last month that if she did not pay the fine in full, she would face up to seven days in prison. Yesterday when she was asked if she would pay by chairman of the bench Jean Cooper, she adamantly told the court: ""No, I don't want to."" After 30 minutes' deliberation, Ms Cooper told Mrs Mackeith that the bench found she was wilfully refusing to pay and added: ""You will be detained in court cells until court rises today."" After the sentence, her friend and fellow Quaker Maureen Pearse, from Upper Swanmore, said: ""She was determined she was going to do it. She would have been prepared to go for longer. She has been protesting against war most of her life."""
"Frances Millais CULPIN","20 Jan 2012","THE GUARDIAN: My mother, Frances MacKeith, who has died aged 97, spent more than half a century campaigning for peace. She was brilliantly well-read, a doyenne of crosswords, an enthusiastic player of the violin and viola, a great walker and naturalist, the creator of a beautiful wild meadow and the ""befriender"" of many a refugee and traveller from overseas. She had the gift of friendship with all age groups, was entirely without vanity and had no malice in her heart. In personal matters she might have followed the Quaker guideline ""In case of emergency remain silent"", but in public matters she was a fearless, determined and outspoken advocate for peace and internationalism. Frances (""Jo"" to family and old friends) Culpin was born in Young, New South Wales. Her parents had married while working in Shanghai and were enjoying an extended year-long honeymoon visiting Australia. This link with Australia was to remain strong and she spent four years there during the second world war to keep her two children safe from the London bombing. She was proud of her degree in German from University College London, from where she graduated in 1936. She went to Germany as part of her education, spending time at Tübingen and Heidelberg universities. The close friendships she made there, and her love of German language and literature, remained with her throughout her life. Through her father, Millais Culpin, a distinguished psychologist and early psychotherapist, Jo met Stephen MacKeith, a young psychiatrist, and they married in 1938. They enjoyed an enduring marriage until Stephen's death in 1995. Together they raised six children. Starting with her active participation on the Aldermaston March in the 1950s and anti-Vietnam war demonstrations, Jo went on to join the Quakers in Winchester in the 60s. The local Friends called her ""The Peace Woman"", regarding her with both respect and apprehension because of her proactive stance. Well into her 80s she travelled considerable distances to take part in demonstrations against nuclear and conventional weapons, including at Faslane, Greenham Common and Aldermaston, where a 90th birthday party was thrown for her. Aged 86 she was briefly imprisoned for demonstrating against the Iraq war. Strengthened by her formidable intellect, quiet authority and a profound sense of humanity, she was an inspiration to many, not least her own family. Her son Jim died in 2007. She is survived by me and my siblings Bill, Lucy, Tom and Nancy."
"Frances Millais CULPIN","26 Jan 2012","THE INDEPENDENT: Lives Remembered. Frances MacKeith, peace campaigner. Frances MacKeith died peacefully at home in Winchester on 14 December 2011 aged 97. Her long life encompassed over half a century of campaigning for peace. She had the gift of friendship with all age groups. She was brilliantly well-read, a doyenne of crosswords, an enthusiastic player of the violin and viola, a great walker and naturalist, the creator of a beautiful wild meadow, the befriender of many a refugee and traveller from overseas. She was entirely without vanity and had no malice in her heart. In personal matters she might follow the Quaker guideline ""In case of emergency remain silent"", but in public matters she was a fearless, determined and outspoken advocate for peace and internationalism."
"Francis Harry CULPIN","18 Jun 1946","GLOUCESTER CITIZEN:
GLO'STER OFFICER HONOURED
Wing Commander Francis Culpin (39), son of Captain and Mrs Harry Culpin, of the Prince of Wales, Station-road, Gloucester, has been awarded the Legion of Merit Degree of Officer, by President Truman, of the U.S.A.
The official citation quotes: ""As British liaison officer, Special Branch Military Intelligence Service, Wing Commander Culpin performed outstanding services during the period January to May 1944. His knowledge of the Japanese Army Air Forces' order of battle did much to organise a research organisation which became the leading Allied agency for air intelligence in the war against Japan.""
An old Cryptian, and graduate of Queen's (sic) College, Cambridge, he went to Japan in 1928 as a representative of the Asiatic Petroleum Company, and remained there until 1940, when he returned to England to join the Royal Air Force. He went to Singapore in 1941, and escaped to Sumatra before the fall.
In 1944, he became attached to the American Forces as British Liaison Officer. He has now returned to Japan in the service of the Asiatic Petroleum Company."
"Frank CULPIN","23 Sep 1904","STAMFORD MERCURY: IN MEMORIAM. CULPIN: In loving memory of a dear husband, Frank Culpin, who died at Nottingham, Sept. 27th 1903; Gone, but not forgotten."
"Fred CULPIN","25 Feb 1881","STAMFORD MERCURY: DEATHS: GRIMSBY - Feb. 10, Fred. Culpin, late of March"
"George CULPIN","25 Mar 1926","SHEFFIELD DAILY TELEGRAPH: SWINTON ENGINE-DRIVER'S DEATH. ""I think the man would have been alive to-day had it not been for the accident,"" commented Dr J.F.Hamilton at inquest yesterday on George Culpin (56), locomotive engine driver, of Charles Street, Swinton. The evidence showed that the man was knocked down by an express train, travelling at 50 miles an hour, at Swinton on January 5th. His arm was broken. He died on Monday last. It was stated that death was due to an obstruction internally, and a verdict of ""Accidental death"" was returned, it being held that the accident hastened the obstruction."
"George Francis CULPIN","5 Mar 1919","THE BARRIER MINER: BOMBARDIER CULPIN RETURNING
Mr. and Mrs. G. Culpin, of Blendo street, North Broken Hill, have been notified that their son, Bombardier J. H. Culpin, 8th Battalion, is returning to Australia aboard the troopship Ascanius, which is expected to arrive in Melbourne on March 23. Bombardier Culpin has served three and a half years on active service."
"George Francis CULPIN","31 Mar 1920","THE TIMES: Civilian War Honours. OBE: Culpin, George Francis Esq, acting Chief Examiner, Land Department, War Office."
"George Francis CULPIN","4 May 1932","THE TIMES: Deaths: Culpin. On 1 May 1932, George Francis Culpin, OBE, of Bishop's Stortford, Herts, age 71. Funeral at Clavering Church, Friday at 3."
"Gwendoline CULPIN","2 Apr 1935","GLOUCESTER CITIZEN: DEATHS
IRELAND - March 31st, Gwendoline Ireland, second Daughter of Captain H. Culpin, late R.F.A. and Mrs Culpin, 25, Station Road, Gloucester. R.I.P. Indian papers please copy.
IRELAND - March 31st, at Gloucester Royal Infirmary, Gwendoline, beloved Wife of Donald Norman Ireland, of 28, Victoria Street, Gloucester, aged 31 years. Funeral Service at St. Michael's Church, Thursday next, at 3.15pm."
"Gwendoline CULPIN","5 Apr 1935","GLOUCESTER CITIZEN: ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Mr Ireland and Mr and Mrs Culpin desire to thank all friends and customers for sympathy shown in their recent bereavement, also for floral tributes and vase."
"Harry CULPIN","5 Oct 1948","GLOUCESTER CITIZEN:
DEATH OF CAPTAIN H CULPIN
The death took place yesterday after a long illness of Captain Harry Culpin, licensee of the Prince of Wales, Station-road, Gloucester. He was 71 years of age.
A Leicestershire man, he came to Gloucester in 1920 after a long service in the Army. He joined the Royal Artillery in 1895 and served until 1919 when he retired with the rank of Captain. During the 1914-18 war he was in command of an ammunition column and saw service in France, Italy, Egypt and Salonika. On four occasions he was mentioned in dispatches, one of these being accompanied by the promotion to the rank of captain. During the second world war he was a member of the Royal Observer Corps in Gloucester until the state of his health necessitated his retirement.
When he came to Gloucester he took over as licensee of the Prince of Wales and has remained there until the time of his death.
Initiated into Freemasonry in India in 1912, Captain Culpin on coming to the city shortly afterwards became a joining member of the Zetland Lodge and was the Worshipful Master in 1937. He was also a Past Provincial Grand Superintendent of Works, and a member of the Royal Arch Chaple (sic) and of Mark Master Masons.
He is survived by a widow and two sons and two daughters. The sons are Mr George Culpin, inspector of police at Bristol, and Mr Francis Culpin, on the staff of the petroleum advisory group to General MacArthur in Tokio (sic). Both are old Cryptians. The daughters are Mrs Moss and Mrs Pottinger, both of whom reside at Redmarley.
The funeral has been tentatively fixed for Friday following cremation at Cheltenham.
Captain Culpin possessed a host of friends, and when he and his wife celebrated their golden wedding last year, many congratulations poured in. They were married in Colchester in 1897.
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"Harry CULPIN","6 Oct 1948","GLOUCESTER CITIZEN: DEATHS
CULPIN - On October 4, 1948, at 25, Station Road, Capt. H. Culpin, the dear husband of B.J. Culpin. Funeral arrangements later."
"Harry CULPIN","14 Oct 1948","GLOUCESTER CITIZEN:
FUNERAL OF MR HARRY CULPIN
WELL-KNOWN GLO'STER LICENSEE
The funeral of Mr Harry Culpin, of 25, Station-road, has taken place. The first part of the service was held in All Saints? Church. The Vicar, the Rev. W E Evans, conducted throughout. Mr Bevan at the organ accompanied the singing of the 23rd Psalm, the Nunc Dimittis and three hymns including the Masonic Hymn. Cremation followed at Cheltenham. A full-length floral cross covered the coffin.
The principal mourners were: The widow, Mr G W Culpin (son, also rep. Mr and Mrs F H Culpin, son and daughter-in-law, Tokio), Mrs H Moss and Mrs R R Pottinger (daughters), Miss J Moss (grand-daugher), A/c J F Culpin, RAF and Sgt. D Ireland, RAEC (grandsons), Mr R Culpin (brother), Mrs O Davis (sister), Mr J Culpin (nephew), Mrs G W Culpin (daughter-in-law), Mr H Moss and Mr R Pottinger (sons-in-law).
??.plus long list of mourners."
"Harry Sydney CULPIN","23 Feb 1904","CARDIFF EVENING EXPRESS: A MISSING SWANSEA VESSEL In the Probate Division of the High Court of Justice on Monday, before the President (Sir Francis Jeune), application was made for leave to presume the death of Mr. Henry Sidney Culpin, master of the ship Carola, of Swansea. It was stated that Mr. Culpin, as master of the ship, sailed with it from Durban for Valparaiso on May 31, 1903. In the ordinary course the journey should have occupied 80 days. Nothing had since been heard of the ship. Lloyd's had paid the insurance for the ship as a total loss. His Lordship gave leave to presume the death on or since May 31, 1903."
"Henry CULPIN","31 Jan 1867","SUFFOLK & ESSEX TIMES: CHELMSFORD - Inquest: On Saturday an inquest was held at Springfield Gaol, before C C Lewis, Esq., coroner, on the body of Henry Culpin, aged 20 years. Deceased, who was a stoker, was brought to gaol on the 22nd October on a sentence of six months' hard labour, for felony: about five weeks after admission he was taken with whitlows on his finger, and was attended by Mr R C Gibson, surgeon, who found him to be in a consumptive state, and made an order on the 25th November that he was not in a fit state for work. He was seen daily by Mr Gilson and Mr Gibson, surgeons; but he gradually sank and died on Thursday night, the cause of death being consumption. The jury returned a verdict of ""Natural causes""."
"Henry CULPIN","20 Apr 1895","LEEDS MERCURY: FATAL INJURIES ON THE RAILWAY: A man named Henry Culpin, of Downham, Norfolk, died in Addenbrookes Hospital, Cambridge, yesterday, from injuries received on the railway between March and Ely on the previous evening. He was found lying on the line by the driver of a goods train, with both legs cut off just below the knee, and afterwards conveyed to Cambridge by an express train from York, which stopped at the spot. Dr A G Hebblethwaite, of Keighly, who was a passenger in the train, attended to the man's injuries."
"Henry CULPIN","11 May 1900","STAMFORD MERCURY: BELMISTHORPE - The coroner received information yesterday of the death of Henry Culpin, 65. It appears that about a week ago deceased fell downstairs. An inquest was fixed to be held at noon to-day."
"Henry CULPIN","12 May 1900","GRANTHAM JOURNAL: BELMISTHORPE. DEATH FROM A FALL DOWNSTAIRS. - An inquest was held at the Blue Bell Inn, Belmsthorpe, on Thursday, by the District Coroner, E W Phillips Esq, concerning the death of Henry Culpin, a labourer, sixty-five years of age, which took place on Wednesday, under the circumstances narrated below. Mr Wm Smith was foreman of the jury. Caroline Culpin, wife of the deceased, said on Wednesday, May 2nd, between seven and eight o'clock in the evening, her husband and herself were going upstairs to bed, and when he got to the top of the stairs he fell backwards downstairs past her to the bottom. Witness was about half way up at the time. She went to Mrs Ryan, a neighbour, and got her to help her pick her husband up. He was unconcious, and she did not think he again recovered consciousness. He had not moved when Mrs Ryan and herself returned. He seemed in his usual health on that day. Ann Maria Ryan, widow, Belmisthorpe, said on the evening in question Mrs Culpin met her in front of her house between half-past eight and a quarter to nine. She pulled her into the house, and she saw Mr Culpin at the botton of the stairs. she then fetched Mr Dolby to pick him up. She had helped to nurse the deceased since, and was present at his death. He never spoke. Dr St John Stanwell, of Stamford, said he was called to see the deceased on MAy 3rd, and had attended him from then till the date of his death.. He was suffering then from concussion of the brain, which would, under ordinary circumstances, have passed off in a further twenty-four hours or so. Instead, however, he lapsed into a semi-comatose state, with signs of inflammation of the brain, which continued until death. He had made a post-mortem examination to discover the cause of the inflammation, and he found extensive bruising and laceration of the brain, which was the actual cause of death. The brain, otherwise, was normal. Undoubtedly, the injury was the cause of death, and was such as would result from a fall. A verdict of ""Accidental Death"" was returned."
"Henry CULPIN","18 May 1900","STAMFORD MERCURY: BELMISTHORPE.- An inquest was held at the Blue Bell inn on Thursday week by the district coroner, Mr. E. W. Phillips, concerning the death of Henry Culpin, a labourer, 65 years of age, which took place as already reported in the Mercury. Caroline Culpin, wife of the deceased, said on May 2nd, between seven and eight o'clock in the evening, her husband and herself were going upstairs to bed, and when he got to the top of the stairs he fell backwards downstairs past her to the bottom. She went to Mrs. Ryan, a neighbour, and got her to help her pick her husband up. He was unconscious, and she did not think he again recovered consciousness. Ann Maria Ryan, widow, Belmisthorpe, having given evidence, Dr. St. John Stanwell, of Stamford, said he was called to see the deceased on May 3rd, and had attended him from then till the date bis death. He was suffering from concussion of the brain. He had made a post portem examination, and found extensive bruising and laceration of the brain. Undoubtedly the injury was the cause of death, and was such as would result from a fall. A verdict of ""accidental death"" was returned."
"Henry CULPIN","3 Jul 1953","CAMBRIDGESHIRE TIMES: Death of Mr H. Culpin, Well Known Ely Jeweller. A well-known retired Ely jeweller, Mr Henry Culpin, of 8 Deacons Lane, died at Addenbrookes Hospital, Cambridge, yesterday (Thursday) week after a long illness. Deceased, who was 68 years of age, was a native of St Ives and came to reside in Ely in 1915. He kept a jewellers shop in Market Street, Ely, from 1940 until 1951. The funeral took place at Ely cemetery on Tuesday afternoon, the Rev. J. B. Rowsell officiating. Immediate mourners were: Mrs Culpin, widow; Mr and Mrs G. W. Robb (St Ives), Miss L. Culpin, Mr and Mrs J. Culpin, Mrs Anderson, Miss I Culpin, Mrs James, Miss A. Whittaker, nephews and nieces; Mr and Mrs T. A. Curston, brother in law and sister in law; Mr G. Harrison (St Ives), friend. Among others present were; Mrs V. Cole, Mrs G. Bonnett, Mr A. Fisher, Miss P. Fisher, Mr S. Porter, Nurse Ogden, Nurse Barrett, Mr and Mrs R. Coleridge, Mr H. M. Evans (also representing Mrs Evans), Mr B. A. Major (also representing Mrs Major and Mr G. Fletcher), Mrs I. Dockerill, Mrs J. Veal, Miss B. Cumber, Miss E. Kett, Mrs E. Bridgement (also representing Mr Bridgement), Mr and Mrs B. Sells and Mrs R. Barber. Floral tributes were received from: His wife; M. A. Freeman (Cambridge); brother Jim and Lydia; Edie, Frank and children; Bill, Gladys and the girls; May and Albert; Alice; Nancy, May and Ida; Lil and Mr and Mrs J. Culpin; Nan; Con; Mr and Mrs Sells; Mr and Mrs McClement; Milly, Olive and May; Mr B. Major; Kath, Tom and Richard; Mrs Waddelow and family; A Southerill; Mr and Mrs Fisher and Peggy; Mr and Mrs B. Richardson; Ru and Daisy; L. R. Royle (Bury St Edmunds); Mr and Mrs Barrett and P. Andrews; Biddy and George; Mr and Mrs Stevens; Mr and Mrs Cole, Mary and Guy; Francis Kempton; Cecil, Peggy and Colin; neighbours Deacons Lane; Mr and Mrs Creak.
Acknowledgments. Mrs Culpin wishes to thank Dr Beckett, Nurse Barrett and Miss Armstrong for their constant attention and kindness during her husband's illness; also all friends and neighbours for their expressions of sympathy and floral tributes."
"Jack CULPIN","16 Jul 1915","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: FEN DRAYTON. ACCIDENT. Jack Culpin, the eight-year-old son of Mr James Culpin, blacksmith and assistant over-seer, etc., Fen Drayton, while playing at College Farm, fell from a gate and broke his collar bone. He is recovering well under the care of Dr Bayne, St Ives."
"James CULPIN","30 May 1879","STAMFORD MERCURY: DIED: At Peterbro;. - on the 23d, James Culpin, aged 66"
"James CULPIN","2 Feb 1916","CAMBRIDGE CHRONICLE: Deaths: Culpin, at 38 Beche Road, Cambridge, James Culpin, aged 28 years. "
"James Alfred CULPIN","5 Mar 1919","THE BARRIER MINER: BOMBARDIER CULPIN RETURNING
Mr. and Mrs. G. Culpin, of Blendo street, North Broken Hill, have been notified that their son, Bombardier J. H. Culpin, 8th Battalion, is returning to Australia aboard the troopship Ascanius, which is expected to arrive in Melbourne on March 23. Bombardier Culpin has served three and a half years on active service."
"James R CULPIN","15 Apr 1871","CAMBRIDGE CHRONICLE & JOURNAL: REFUSING TO LEAVE A PUBLIC-HOUSE, AND ATTEMPTING TO RESCUE FROM THE POLICE. James Culpin, jun., Godmanchester, and Wm. Sharpe, mason, Huntingdon, were brought in custody, the former charged with being drunk and refusing to quit the Royal Oak, when requested, the morning of Wednesday last; and the latter was charged with attempting to rescue the defendant Culpin from the custody of P.c. Brown. Both defendants denied the charge. The Bench convicted on both charges, and fined Culpin 5s., and 14s. 6d. costs, or 14 days; Sharpe 10s. fine, and costs 14s. 6d., or 21 days. Paid."
"James R CULPIN","20 Jan 1872","CAMBRIDGE CHRONICLE & JOURNAL: GODMANCHESTER PETTY SESSIONS, Jan. 16 (Before Captain Rooper, Mayor and GI Bevan, Esq.,). Drunk and Disorderly.-James Culpin, jun., Godmanchester, was convicted in a fine of 5s and costs 14s, for being drunk and disorderly on Saturday evening last. The case was proved by p.c. Brown."
"James R CULPIN","10 Oct 1879","STAMFORD MERCURY: DIED: At Peterbr', - on the 1st inst., James Culpin, aged 42."
"John CULPIN","16 Mar 1827","THE LINCOLN, RUTLAND & STAMFORD MERCURY
RUTLAND ASSIZES
March 9 & 10, before the Hon.Justice Holroyd
... the Court was adjourned until nine o'clock Saturday, when JOHN CULPIN was indicted for breaking open the shop of Ann Beeston, of Edithweston, and stealing therefrom a quantity of neck and pocket handkerchiefs, flannel, Irish cloth, prints, tea, sugar, gingham, &c., her property. Ann Beeston deposed to the loss of the articles at the time specified, that her doors and windows were fast when she went to bed at 11 in the evening of the 12th of December last; but in the morning a hole had been made through the wall, and the stolen articles were missing. The shop adjoined the house, with which it communicated by a door.
William Hibbert, servant to Mr. Lucas, a clergyman at Edithweston whose house is 30 or 40 yards from Mrs. Beeston?s, went to Mr. Lucas's waggon hovel on the 14th December to fetch some sheep-skins which were on a beam under the roof. As witness threw the skins down, he saw a sack and two hats; he did not meddle with them; had heard of Mrs. Beeston's shop being robbed, he went to her, and returned in about an hour to the hovel. Witness knows prisoner; did not see him on his return; an empty skep had been laid over the things on witness's return, which was not there before. In half an hour witness took the things to Mrs. Beeston's, by order of Capt. Orme and Mr. Bonney.
William Baines, also servant to Mr. Lucas, went on the 14th Dec. to the waggon hovel, for some bones. Prisoner followed witness to the hovel, and on witness' telling him he was going to look for bones, prisoner said he would get up and look; he did so, and witness heard a lumber whilst he was up, as if he moved something. On further examination by the jury, witness stated that prisoner was not going to the hovel before he saw witness go; and seemed to push himself forward to look for the bones.
William Preston, a constable, deposed to the apprehension of the prisoner, and identified several articles of the stolen property, which were produced in court, as being taken from prisoner's house the day it was searched. Ann Beeston and Mrs. Thorp deposed to the same effect; and the jury examined certain of the articles to find the similarity between those found at the prisoner's house and those found in the hovel.
The Rev. R. Lucas corroborated the testimony of several former witnesses, and added that when he saw the prisoner in the gaol, he voluntarily confessed that he had committed the robbery alone, and informed Mr. L. that he had used a colter from one of his (Mr. L.'s) ploughs to open the wall. The prisoner had nothing to say in his defence. The judge summed up the evidence, and remarked that the property being found on the prisoner was prima facie evidence against him, and his own voluntary declaration confirmed it. The jury found the prisoner guilty, and sentence of death was recorded."
"John CULPIN","7 Oct 1842","LINCOLNSHIRE CHRONICLE: A man of the name of Culpin, living at Upton, Northamptonshire, cut his throat on Sunday last under the following circumstances:- A quantity of wheat, in the chaff, was found upon his premises covered over with some potatoe (sic) tops, on the day previous to his committing the act, in some sacks, the property of Mr Joseph Tebbutt, who applied for a warrant for his apprehension, of which fact Culpin by some means came in possession, and committed the aforesaid act."
"John CULPIN","14 Oct 1842","LINCOLNSHIRE CHRONICLE: Peterborough Petty Sessions (Saturday). John Culpin, of Upton, was committed for trial at the sessions to be holden on Thursday the 20th inst., charged on the oath of Mr Joseph Tebbutt, of Upton, with having stolen a quantity of wheat in the chaff and three sacks, his property. The prisoner on Sunday se'nnight, previous to being in custody, made an attempt upon his life by cutting his throat, dividing the windpipe, but missing the main artery; he was consequently in an enfeebled state, but sufficiently recovered to become an inmate of the gaol."
"John CULPIN","21 Oct 1842","LINCOLNSHIRE CHRONICLE: Peterborough Sessions (yesterday). Culpin, for stealing two bushels of undressed wheat from Mr Tebbutt of Upton; 15 years' transportation."
"John CULPIN","28 Oct 1842","STAMFORD MERCURY: PETERBORO' SESSIONS. John Culpin was found guilty of steaing a quantity of wheat in the chaff, the property of Mr Tebbutt, farmer, of Upton, and was sentenced to 15 years' transportation."
"John CULPIN","7 May 1858","STAMFORD MERCURY: DIED: At Edith Weston, on the 3d inst., John Culpin, aged 52"
"John CULPIN","10 Sep 1938","GRANTHAM JOURNAL: MR T. CULPIN (sic). The funeral of Mr John Culpin, of Barrowby, whose death at the age of 88 years we reported last week took place at Barrowby on Friday afternoon. The Rector, the Rev. A E Marriott, conducted the service, and the mourners were Mr John Culpin, son; Mrs Bousfield, Mrs Dawson, Mrs Clark and Mrs Walton, daughters; Mr Edgar Dawson and Mr Fred Walton, sons-in-law; Mr Fred Clark, Mrs Burton, Mrs Buxton and Miss A Culpin, grandchildren; Mrs Culpin, Fulbeck, sister-in-law; Mr and Mrs F Culpin and Miss Culpin, Pinchbeck, Mr W Culpin and Alice, Marston, nephews and nieces; Mrs Wright, Nottingham, Miss Palmer, Ropsley, Mrs Hewett, Mrs Halham, Mr Charity, Mrs W Pearce, Mrs R Culpin, Mr W Clark and Mrs Green.
Beautiful floral tributes were ins; ribed: In loving memory, from Jack, Annie, Joan and Beryl; In loving memory, from Vin, Emily and family; In affectionate remembrance, from Edgar, Sarah and family; In loving memory, from Fred, Daisy and Sheila; To dear Grandad, from Laura; To dear Grandad, from Michael and Sheila; With love to Grandad, from all at Harley; With love, from Lucy, Annie and Albert; To Uncle John, with love, from Mary and Harry; In loving memory, from Annie and Harry; To dear uncle, with love, from Em and Frank; With deepest sympathy, from Arthur and Daisy; In loving memory, Walter and Flo, Alice and Billy; To Uncle John with affectionate rememberance (sic) from the family of his late brother James; In kind remembrance, from Mrs Glover and family; With deepest sympathy, from Mr Brothwell; From Mrs J Clark and Mrs Lloyd; Kind remembrance, Sylvia and Mrs Peck; In affectionate remembrance, from the Bloodworth brothers; With ddeepest sympathy, Mr and Mrs L H Swallow; Annie, Mr and Mrs Green and Mrs and Mrs Sharpe, Mr and Mrs Wright; With deepest sympathy, Mr H Smith and family; Kind remembrance Mr ad Mrs W Coulson."
"John William CULPIN","12 Aug 1865","The Louth & North Lincolnshire Advertiser: MARRIED: At Louth, on the 7th instant, at the Free Methodist Chapel, Mr John William Culpin to Miss Ann Adlard"
"Lottie Eveleen CULPIN","1 Mar 1965","DAILY EXPRESS: TAYLOR, nee Prutton. Lottie Eveleen, otherwise Lottie Taylor, nee Prutton, widow, late of St Mary\'s Hospital, Luton, Bedfordshire, died there on 4th October, 1964 (estate about £5000). The Kin of the above-named are requested to apply to the Treasury Solicitor (B.V.), 28 Broadway, Westminster, London WC1"
"Margaret CULPIN","27 Jun 1941","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: Swavesey: Obituary. After about 14 years of acute suffering, Miss Margaret Culpin passed peacefully away on Monday at the home of her brother, Mr Charles Culpin, at School Lane, Swavesey, aged 57 years. The funeral took place at the parish church yesterday (Thursday) afternoon."
"Margaret CULPIN","4 Jul 1941","CAMBRIDGE WEEKLY NEWS: Swavesey: The Late Miss Culpin. The funeral of Miss Margaret Culpin, whose death at the age of 57 years was announced in our last issue, took place at Swavesey parish church on Thursday week, the Vicar (Rev. R J Woodd) officiating. The mourners were:- Mr & Mrs Charles Culpin, Mr & Mrs James Culpin, Mr & Mrs Albert Culpin, Mr & Mrs Harry Culpin (brothers & sisters-in-law), Mr & Mrs AE Freeman (brother-in-law & sister), Mr & Mrs W Robb, St Ives, Mrs P Stubbings, Mrs R Stubbings, Mr Alfred (John) Culpin, Mr S Culpin, Mrs J Culpin jun., Mrs Lawrence, Mrs McDermott, Mrs E Smart, Miss Ida Culpin, Mrs James (nephews & nieces), Mr Geo. Fordham, Houghton (cousin). Many friends were also present. Mr S Robb, St Ives (brother-in-law) was unable to attend owing to illness. There was a large number of beautiful floral tributes from relatives & friends. The funeral arrangements were carried out by Mr E J Mitham, Church End, Swavesey."
"Mary Ann CULPIN","2 Mar 1867","CAMBRIDGE CHRONICLE & JOURNAL: DEATHS: At St Ives, Feb 19, Mary Ann, third daughter of Richard Culpin, shoemaker, age 16"
"Mary Ellen CULPIN","14 Mar 1949","BARRIER MINER: DEATH OF MRS M E DONOVAN
A well-known Railway Town resident (Mrs Mary Ellen Donovan) died suddenly at the Hospital on Saturday afternoon. Mrs Donovan was preparing to leave on a plane trip to Melbourne on Saturday, when she became ill. Mrs Donovan, who was the wife of Mr J T Donovan, of 129 Ryan Street, was born at Gordon, near Ballarat, 90 years ago. There are four sons, Tom, George, Jack (Melbourne), and Jim, and one daughter (Mrs E. Nagel). MANY INTERESTS Mrs Donovan was well known in the Ladies' Indoor Bowling Association circles, she having been a foundation member of the association and present of the Buffs' Indoor Bowls Association. She was also connected with several other organisations and assisted in Hospital work. Requiem Mass was celebrated at St Mary's Church, Railway Town, at 7 am today and the funeral left her late residence at 4pm for the Roman Catholic portion of the cemetery. Norman Woodman conducted the funeral."
"Mary Ellen CULPIN","21 Mar 1949","PORT PIRIE RECORDER: GUARD OF HONOR OF WOMEN PRECEDES HEARSE. Funeral of Esteemed Resident at Barrier. Attendance of representatives of many organisations at the funeral at Broken Hill of Mrs Mary Ellen Donovan (a sister of Mr J A Culpin, of Simpson street, Solomon-Town) was a tribute to the esteem in which she has been held. A guard of honor of 20 women from associated indoor bowling clubs formed at the home in Ryan street, and marched in front of the hearse as a cortege of more than 50 cards proceeded to the Catholic Cemetery, where Fr. M M Lancaster officiated. Pall-bearers were Messrs C Madern, C R Olds, G E Cole, A Mulqueen, J Glanville and S Ellis. Many floral tributes, including some wreaths from each of the three women's bowling clubs were place on the grave. (List of representatives closes the report.)"
"Mary Ellen CULPIN","17 Jun 1949","GOVERNMENT GAZETTE OF THE STATE OF NSW: Mary Ellen Donovan, late of Broken Hill, in the State of New South Wales, married woman, died on 12 March 1949; administration with the will annexed, was granted to the Public Trustee on 30th May, 1949."
"Millice CULPIN","20 Apr 1906","HERTS & CAMBS REPORTER & ROYSTON CROW:
LECTURE ON AUSTRALIA BY DR M CULPIN. Last week a lecture was given on Australia by Dr M Culpin in the Congregational School-room, when the chair was taken by the Rev G Fraser Elliott. There was a good attendance, many of the inhabitants wishing to welcome such a distinguished man as Dr Culpin, who is a native of Buntingford, and has achieved success by those sterling qualities that always assert themselves in self-made men. His father was a currier in Buntingford, and eventually the son followed the same occupation at Ware. This work, however, did not deter him from the resolution he had formed on becoming a doctor. He walked the London Hospital for four years, perhaps the four most strenuous years of his life, eventually taking his medical degree, both at London and Edinburgh. For some years he had a practice at Stamford Hill, and about fifteen years ago he emigrated to Brisbane. Here two of his sons have achieved success as doctors, and Dr Culpin himself has been elected a member of the Federal Parliament of the Commonwealth of Australia. He is a keen debater, and on the subject of finance is looked upon as an authority. The lecture was listed to with rapt attention, many present having relatives in Australia, asking questions referring to the southern continent, which were clearly answered by Dr Culpin, who showed that though Australia was a self-governing community it could not make treaties or declare war, but was politically connected with Great Britain. He received a hearty vote of thanks at the close, passed by acclamation. To-day (Friday) he starts on his return voyage to Australia."
"Millice CULPIN","19 Oct 1918","BRISBANE COURIER: APPRECIATION OF SOLDIERS. EUMUNDI, October 8. A memorial tree planting ceremony under the auspices of the Eumundi Women\'s Patriotic Committee was carried out last Saturday, when 12 trees were planted by the nearest relatives of 12 Eumundi heroes who have recently fallen at the Front. A procession of boy scouts, State school pupils, and a batch of returned soldiers marched from the State school to the School of Arts, where a large crowd had assembled. The Nambour Town Band was in attendance. Before the tree planting commenced patriotic speeches were delivered by Messrs R Warren, Jill, Sharry, and Chapman (chairmen of the Maroochy and Noosa Shire Councils respectively), Rev. Jas. Moorehouse, Mr W Brookes (Maroochy shire clerk), and Sergeant Russell The Brisbane visitors included Dr Culpin, who planted a tree in memory of his deceased son Clarence. In the evening a sacred concert was held in the School ot Arts, and was well attended. Eighteen trees in all have now been planted."
"Millice CULPIN","26 Nov 1938","COURIER-MAIL: BRISBANE DIARY. BRISBANE'S oldest medical man, and once its Federal representative, Dr. Millice Culpin will celebrate his 92nd birthday to-morrow, at his home at Taringa. Dr. Millice Culpin was going to school In England when the Crimean War was being fought, when Macaulay was revising the later volume of his famous History of England, when Thackeray was editing 'Cornhill,' and Dickens was writing 'A Tale of Two Cities.' And he was a medical student in London when the late King George was born at Marlborough House. Soon after he qualified as a doctor, he came to Brisbane and made his home at Taringa, when that suburb was dense bush. He was one of Brisbane's early doctors, and is one of the oldest living medical men in the Commonwealth - perhaps the oldest. In the early years of the Federal Parliament he was induced to nominate for Brisbane, and was returned. But the passions of parties and the frenzy of political campaigns did not appeal to him. He preferred his books and his home, and was not sorry when Brisbane found another member. His son is a medical specialist in Brisbane."
"Millice CULPIN","2 Sep 1941","BRISBANE TELEGRAPH: Late Dr. M. Culpin, Queensland's Oldest Medical Man. Dr. Millice Culpin, one-time Member for Brisbane in the House of Representatives, died yesterday at the age of 94. He was the oldest medical man in Queensland, and it is doubtful whether there was an older member of the profession in the Commonwealth.
The late Dr. Culpin was born and educated in England. He came to Brisbane as a young medical man and settled down at Taringa, in which suburb he had lived ever since, with the exception of the period 1903-1906, which he spent at Melbourne as a member of the Federal Parliament. He was elected as a Labour man when the seat was contested by two Liberals - the late Mr. T. Macdonald Paterson, who was the first representative of Brisbane in that Parliament, and Mr. William Morse, a well-known solicitor. The late Mr. J. F. G. Foxton, a one-time Home Secretary of this State, secured the seat at the following election. The late Dr. Culpin was a great reader and student all his life. He continued in active practice till he was past 70 years of age. He was a keen chess player, and a member of the Rationalist Society. Mrs. Culpin died seven years ago. There survive three daughters - Mesdames Peter Campbell and J. H. Simmonds and Miss D. E. Culpin, B.A.. all of Brisbane - and two sons - Professor Mlllais Culpin, a prominent psychologist, of London, and Dr. Ernest Culpin, of Yernnga. Another son - Private Clarence Howard Culpin was killed in the last war."
"Millice CULPIN","2 Sep 1941","THE COURIER-MAIL: Dr Millice Culpin, Queensland's and probably Australia's oldest doctor, and one-time Federal member for Brisbane, died in Brisbane yesterday in his 95th year. He had been in ill-health for some time, but continued to take a keen interest in current events. A native of England, he was educated at Alleynes Grammar School, Stevenage, starting school just three months before the Crimean War broke out. Coming to Brisbane more than 60 years ago, soon after he had qualified as a doctor, he made his home in Taringa, when that suburb was heavy bush. Of scholarly disposition, the late Dr Culpin was keenly devoted to his work, and, except for a trip to England many years ago, he never took a holiday. He retired from active practice 21 years ago. He did not seek active participation in public life, and it was only his keen sense of duty that led him to accept nomination for the Federal Parliament to which he was elected in 1903. He probably welcomed the opportunity of relinquishing Parliamentary life which came with defeat in 1906. Chess was one of his pastimes. He was a steadfast member of the Rationalist Society of Queensland. He is survived by two sons and three daughters - Professor Millais Culpin, noted psychologist, practising in London, and Dr E Culpin, of Brisbane; and Mesdames Peter Campbell and J H Simmonds and Miss D E Culpin, BA, of Brisbane. One son, Private Clarence Howard Culpin, was killed in action in the last war. Dr Culpin's wife died in 1934. The funeral will leave his late residence, Stanley Terrace, Taringa, this afternoon for the Toowong Cemetery."
"Millice Campbell CULPIN","5 Jun 1869","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: Mr. Charles Culpin, deceased. ALL Persons having any Claim or Demand upon the estate of Mr. CHARLES CULPIN, late of St. Ives, Hunts., agricultural implement manufacturer, deceased, are requested to send a statement thereof to Mr. William Wacey Adams, of Saint Ives aforesaid, one of the Executors of the will of the deceased, or to me. And all Persons indebted to the estate are requested to pay the amount of their accounts to Mr. Millice Culpin, of St. Ives aforesaid, the son of the deceased. By order of the Executors, 26th May, 1859. JOHN WATTS. Solr., Bullock Market, St. Ives. NB, The business will be carried by Mr. Millice Culpin, on the premises lately occupied by Mr. Charles Culpin, in Cromwell Place, St. Ives."
"Millice Campbell CULPIN","23 Sep 1889","CAMBRIDGE DAILY NEWS: ST. IVES. Harvest Supper. On Saturday evening an indication of the wind-up of cropping operations, a harvest supper was held at the Woolpack Farm, belonging to Mr. J. E. Freeman, who has a large wholesale establishment in London. There were close upon 40 present, including Mr. M. Calpin (sic) and one or two other representative tradesman. Supper was served in one of the barns, which had been gaily and lavishly decorated for the occasion. Mr. Freeman presided, while Mr. Holley, manager and agent, occupied the vice-chair. The menu included a joint roast beef, weighing 471bs, supplied by Mr. Hodson, of Elsworth, with an abundant supply of Yorkshire puddings and vegetables. The dessert was really a sight. There were pines, grapes, walnuts, all of choicest and best. The grand duchess pears, and apples from Novia (sic) Scotia were especially magnificent. The supply of confectionery was also unbounded. The beverages were light, plentiful, and of the best; ""Bass's No. 1"" Galloway's sparkling ale; Encore whisky, surrounded with every possible description of mineral water; cigars and tobacco followed in due order. The post-prandial proceedings were opened by the host, who, in hearty, earnest fashion, welcomed his employés on that occasion. This was suitably responded to Mr. Holley, on behalf the staff, when song and toast followed in rapid succession till 11 o'clock. Mr. Culpin sang one of his best songs in his usual style. For some time after this the roads to Fenstanton and Hemingford were stirred by merry songs from happy throats. The extent and success of this event would lead one to think that the good old times of harvest suppers are returning."
"Millice Campbell CULPIN","4 Dec 1897","HUNTS POST: BOISTEROUS WEATHER. THe gale of last Sunday visited St Ives and caused no little damage in many parts of the town. In the early hours of Monday morning an outside wall at Mr M C Culpin's implement warehouse, in the Quadrant, was partially blown in, and the centre window entirely demolished."
"Millice Campbell CULPIN","28 Jan 1899","CAMBRIDGE DAILY NEWS: THE SUICIDE OF MR M C CULPIN AT ST IVES. Inquest to-day. The inquest on the body of Mr M C Culpin was held at the Golden Lion Hotel, St Ives, this morning by Mr C B Margetts, Coroner for the Hurstingstone division of the County. Mr W Wheatley was foreman of the jury.
Mrs Naomi Culpin (deceased's widow), who was very much affected, said she was the widow of Millice Campbell Culpin, of St Ives, implement maker. He was 57 years of age last February. Deceased had suffered from asthma lately and pains in the top of his head. He had been in very depressed spirits, and she could not get him to converse much. He had never spoken of making away with himself, and had not done anything irrational. Deceased came down about 7.30 on Friday morning, and witness made tea for him. Witness got up about 6.30, and left him in bed. Deceased stood and drank a cup of tea, and had no other breakfast, as he had to be very particular what he ate and drank as he was supposed to have diabetes. He left the house about 7.40, and witness thought he might have gone with his son to feed the ponies, but when he got back she found deceased had not been with him. The little girl was ready for school, and her son went to see if he could see him coming along the lane. Witness went up into the warehouse to see if she could see deceased coming along the street, and she then saw him hanging from the beam. She called their man, Alfred Crouch, who came, and she went away.
Alfred Couch said he resided at Fenstanton, and was employed as a wheelwright by the deceased. About 8.30 on Friday morning he was called by Mrs Culpin. He was at the time working in the shop at the further end of the yard. Mrs Culpin told witness that deceased was either hanging on something or had caught on something. He went upstairs to the upper warehouse, and there found deceased hanging from a beam with a cord round his neck. The cord (produced) was about 2½ feet long, and had a loop at one end. There was an iron ladder to the beam close by where deceased was hanging. With the help of Jeffs, a fellow workman, who went up with witness, he cut the body down and laid it on the ground. The rope was tight around the neck, and witness at once loosened it. Dr Grove was sent for, and arrived in a few minutes and examined the body and pronounced that life was extinct. The hands and face were quite warm. Witness then went back to his work.
By the Foreman: It was the usual place for the ladder to stand, but he had not seen the rope.
Mr W H Mence, registered medical practitioner, of St Ives, said he had attended deceased for a great many years as the family doctor. In August, 1896, he discovered that deceased was suffering from diabetes, and had suffered ever since. He had not seen him professionally for about five months. The tendency of this disease was to produce low spirits, and the headache complained of was a symptom of the disease. Deceased also became very thin. The tendency of the disease was to produce physical disability and nervous and mental disturbance.
The Coroner summed up, and said it was very sad to have to hold an inquest on the body of such a respected fellow townsman. The issue was for them to find whether deceased was in an unsound state of mind or whether he destroyed himself by wilful intent.
The jury agreed that deceased was of unsound mind when he committed the act, and returned a verdict of ""Suicide during temporary insanity."""
"Richard CULPIN","28 Jan 1898","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: DEATHS: CULPIN-January 18, at St Ives, Richard Culpin, aged 82"
"Richard Benjamin CULPIN","23 Dec 1918","CAMBRIDGE DAILY NEWS: MILITARY FUNERAL Pte. R. B. Culpin. The funeral of the late Pte. Richard Benjamin Culpin, of the 12th Royal Sussex Regt.,took place at the Mill-road Cemetery on Saturday last, the curate of St. Philip's officiating. The deceased was wounded at the battle of the Somme on November 14th, 1917, and had his leg amputated at the 53rd General Hospital, Wimeru. He was also wounded in the back and side by shrapnel. He was removed from France to St. George's Hospital; from these to the Atkinson Morley Convalescent Hospital, Wimbledon, and then home to the residence of his father, Mr. John Culpin, 7, Malta-road. Complications arising from the result of shrapnel wounds caused his removal to the 1st Eastern General Hospital for operation, under which he died. The principal mourners were the father, mother, and five sisters, Miss Priest, and Ptes. Bendall, Newberry, Woollard, Thurman and Warner. The coffin was elm, with brass furniture, the plate bearing the following inscription: ""Richard Benjamin Culpin, died December 16th, 1918, aged 20 years."" The coffin, draped with the Union Jack and covered with some beautiful floral tributes, was conveyed to the cemetery on the military wagon, escorted by a detachment of R.A.M.C. ""The Last Post"" was sounded at the close of the commitment service. Mr. W. G. Mason carried out the funeral arrangements."
"Richard William CULPIN","17 May 1901","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: DEATHS: CULPIN-May 11, at St Ives, Richard William Culpin, aged 53"
"Samuel CULPIN","1 Jan 1858","LINCOLNSHIRE CHRONICLE: SERIOUS ASSAULT. Yesterday (Thursday) night week as a mariner, named Samuel Culpin, was returning home shortly after twelve o'clock, having spent Christmas Eve with some friends, he was met by some men, knocked down, and otherwise beaten and ill-used. "
"Sidney Ernest CULPIN","19 Jul 1918","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: FEN DRAYTON: JOINED UP. Mr Sidney E Culpin, son of Mr James Culpin, joined up on Wednesday. He had been in the service of the Great Eastern Railway at Swavesey station."
"Sidney Ernest CULPIN","5 Mar 1920","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: FEN DRAYTON: DEMOBILISED. Corpl. S E Culpin, KRRC, son of Mr James Culpin, who has been serving in Germany, has been demobilised, and is at home."
"Simon CULPIN","16 Aug 1895","STAMFORD MERCURY: DEATHS - CULPIN
At Cranwell Lodge, July 24, Simon Culpin, aged 42 years. Deeply lamented by his sorrowing friends."
"Thomas CULPIN","4 Apr 1800","STAMFORD MERCURY: Last week Thomas Culpin was committed to Northampton gaol by William Walcot, jun., Esq, for killing and stealing a sheep, the property of Mr John Webster of Dean."
"Thomas CULPIN","5 Aug 1800","HULL PACKET: At Northampton the five following prisoners were capitally convicted, and received sentence of death, viz. Thomas Culpin, for sheep-stealing, .........; they were all reprieved before the judges left the town. One prisoner was sentenced to be transported for fourteen, and another for seven years."
"Tom CULPIN","18 Dec 1896","CAMBRIDGE CHRONICLE & JOURNAL: DEATHS. St Ives - December 13, Tom Culpin, aged 17"
"William CULPIN","2 Dec 1853","STAMFORD MERCURY: DIED: At Colsterworth, on the 25th,.....; also on that day Mr Culpin, aged 21."
"William Henry CULPIN","10 Oct 1949","THE TIMES: DEATHS - Culpin - on Oct 8 1949 (the eve of his 82nd birthday) at Lindo Wing, St Mary's Hospital, W2, William Henry Culpin. Cremation at Golders Green to-morrow (Tuesday) at 12:15pm. Flowers may be sent to Leverton & Sons Ltd, Eversholt Street, Euston NQ1"
"Wright CULPIN","15 Feb 1907","STAMFORD MERCURY: Castor. An inquest was held at the Fitzwilliam Arms, Castor, on Monday, into the circumstances attending the sudden death on Friday of Mr. Wright Culpin, at the age of 76. Mr. J. W. Harris was foreman of the jury. Ada Agnes Culpin. daughter of deceased, said her father was a gardener. He had been at work recently, and with the exception of slight cold had not been ill. After retiring to rest, deceased made gurgling noise in his throat, and was found by his wife and witness to be dead. Dr. Collins said death was in all probability due to syncope during sleep. The jury returned verdict of ""death from natural causes"""
"The Honourable Ruth Mary DAWNAY","29 Nov 1962","CAMBRIDGE NEWS: HON. MRS. RUTH SCOTT KILLED IN ROAD ACCIDENT. The Hon. Mrs Ruth Scott, sister of Viscount Downe and the wife of Mr 'Archie' Scott, the bookmaker, was killed in a road accident near Six Mile Bottom last night. Mrs Scott, who lived at The Old Rectory, Holme Hale, near Swaffham, Norfolk, was in a van which was involved in a collision with a lorry along the main London-Newmarket Road. Mrs. Scott died instantly and it was some time before firemen from Cambridge , assisted by police and other rescue workers, managed to free her body from the wreckage. The accident blocked the road for about an hour and heavy breakdown equipment was called for to remove the lorry. It is believed there was a greyhound in the back of Mrs Scott's van and that the animal ran off shortly after the accident. The lorry was driven by Mr James Beveridge, of 110 Silvermere Road, Catford, London SE6. Mrs Scott, who was born in 1907, married Mr Archibald C Scott, of Eredine, Argyllshire, at Hillington, near Sandringham, in Norfolk, in December 1937. She has four sons and a daughter. Her brother, Viscount Downe, whose seats are at Wykeham Abbey, Scarborough, and Danby Lodge, Danby, Yorkshire, is the tenth holder of the title. OLD ETONIAN. Mr 'Archie' Scott, an Old Etonian, has been an 'on the rails' bookmaker at all the important race meetings for the last 35 years. An inquest on Mrs Scott is to be opened at Bottisham police station tomorrow."
"The Honourable Ruth Mary DAWNAY","3 Dec 1962","CAMBRIDGE NEWS: WHIPPET IS CAUGHT AT WILBRAHAM. Article is mostly illegible but the dog was caught and returned to the family. Mrs Scott was a noted whippet breeder. The animal was in perfectly good condition."
"The Honourable Ruth Mary DAWNAY","7 Dec 1962","THE TIMES: HON. MRS A C SCOTT. W.H. writes:- The tragic death of Ruth Scott in a motor accident on November 28 has brought great sorrow to very many diverse people. No one was more beloved in all the differing worlds in which she moved, and no one will be more missed. She had a quick inquiring, tireless mind, thrilled with new ideas and intellectually capable of absorbing them; a deep sensibility so that she was full of real understanding and sympathy for others; and gaiety, charm and a marvellous wit so that being with her was always, even for her oldest friends, a special and inspiring experience. She loved life, and in so many different forms -in poetry and books, painting and sculpture (in both of which she was a very gifted artist), in hunting, coursing, racing, animals, and the countryside, and, most of all, in her home and family. All the many things she did were done with style and panache, though never with airs or arrogance: and she will be mourned as a true friend by people in every walk of life. She was so completely alive and so life-enhancing that it is almost impossible to believe she is dead; when we do realize it we shall find that an irreplaceable light has gone out."
"George Housden DELLAR","8 Dec 1916","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: CASUALTIES. ST IVES. Pte. George Dellar, of the Hunts. Cyclists, has died from wounds received in action. Previous to joining up Mr Dellar (eldest son of Mr George Dellar, of Tenterlees, St Ives) was a clerk in Messrs. Cranfield and Wheeler's office, and was greatly esteemed by all who knew him. He leaves a widow. The funeral will take place on Friday and will be of a military character."
"George Housden DELLAR","8 Dec 1916","HUNTS POST: Death of Pte George Dellar: Pte George Dellar, of St Ives, passed away at Windsor Hospital on Monday morning, in the presence of his wife and father. Pte Dellar was badly wounded in the chest in the early stages of the Great Push, and when taken to the base hospital in France was in so dangerous a state that his wife and father were wired for. They proceeded at once to France, where they had the gratification of finding the young soldier much better, and left him with every hope of recovery. Last Thursday a fateful wire came, and Mrs Dellar with her father in law proceeded at once to Windsor. The deceased was only 27 years of age. For a considerable period he had held a confidential position in the offices of Messrs Cranfield and Wheeler. He was an enthusiastic member of the VTC and went into khaki with the Hunts Cyclists, being subsequently transferred to the Royal Warwickshire Regt. Last January he married Miss Grace Harlick, daughter of the late Mr Harlick and Mrs Harlick of Somersham. The interment takes place at the St Ives cemetery on Friday afternoon, with full military honours"
"George Housden DELLAR","15 Dec 1916","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: THE LATE PRIVATE G. DELLAR. Military Funeral at St.Ives. The funeral of Private George Dellar took place on Friday afternoon with military honours, and en route all blinds were drawn. The cortege left the residence of Pte. Dellar's father, Tenterlees, at 2.15. The firing party was furnished by the Hunts. Volunteers, and consisted of Sergts. Simpson. J, Johnson, G. D. James, Privates Hamerton, C. Godfrey. E. Abbott. A. Culpin. A. Howard. J. Makeham, Corpl. G. E. Knights, Sergt. Ashton and Sergt.-Major C. Marston. The procession included the Mayor of St. Ives (Mr. W. S. Harrison, Aldermen H. F. Corbett and E. Anderson. Councillors. G. Kiddle. J. R. Ingram and C. Watts. Mr. G. D. Day (Town Clerk). Messrs. W. S. Harrison, jun.. A. Saint. L. Geeson. G. Holmden. F. Norris (Free Church officials). Platoon of Hunts Volunteers, under Capt F. M. Warren and Lieut. F. T. Ruston. The coffin was covered with the Union Jack and some lovely wreaths, and the bearers were members of the Hunts. Volunteers. Ptes. O'Brien. Humphrey, Freeman and Hodge, under Corpl. Hume, representing the Cyclist Battalion, acted as pallbearers. A number of the wounded from the St. Ives V.A.D. Hospital, followed. At the Free Church, which was crowded, the Rev. A. E. Hooper officiated, and in a few remarks said that they were holding a memorial service in honour of their young friend, who had given his life for his country. There were many who had gone out and would never return, and for whom no memorial service would be held. From that church alone 93 had gone, of whom 10 had laid down their lives - Ivor Day. G. Dellar. Fred Dunkling. W. Deighton, W. G. Edwards. Leonard Geeson. D. Gray, C. Howard, Tom Maile, and Cyril Walker. Deceased was a member of the choir, and the choir were present, but no no hymns were sung by request). The organist (Miss Ketton) played before the service ""Cast thy burden"" and ""Lift thine eyes"" from ""Elijah"". and ""I know that my Redeemer liveth"" (""Messiah""), and as the party was leaving the church ""O rest in the Lord."" The cortege then re-formed, and proceeded to the Nonconformist Cemetery, the route being lined with sympathising spectators. After the concluding portion of the service at the grave the firing party discharged three volleys, and The Last Post was sounded by Corpl. V. Marsters. The coffin bore the inscription : George Housden Dellar, Died Dec. 4th. 1916 Aged 27 years. The principal mourners were : Mr. George ; Dellar (father) and Mrs. G. Dellar (wife), Mr. H. Dellar (brother). Misses. D. and M. Dellar (sisters), Mrs. H. Williams. Miss L. Culpin. Mr. B. Harlock, Mrs. H. Coombes, Mrs. Harlock, Mr. and Mrs. W. Dellar. Mr. and Mrs. J. Dellar. Misses S. and T. Dellar, and Mrs. H. Smith. Corpl, V. While (formerly ""Hunts. County News"" representative in St. Ives), a very great friend of deceased, travelled from Aldershot to attend his friend's funeral. There were many beautiful floral tributes."
"George Housden DELLAR","15 Dec 1916","HUNTS POST: FUNERAL OF PTE GEORGE DELLAR. Business in St Ives was completely at a standstill during the interment of Pte George Housden Dellar, whose death from wounds we recorded last week, which took place on Friday afternoon. The first part of the service was held in the Free Church, where there was a crowded congregation. Among those present were: The Mayor (Coun W S Harrison JP), wearing the robes and chains of office, Ald H F Corbett and E Anderson, Councillors G Kiddle, J H Ingram and Cyril Watts, Mr G D Day (Town Clerk), Messrs G Ketton, A Makeham, L Gregson (representing Messrs Cranfield and Wheeler), G Holgen, E W Bullman, S Tobb, C Ingram, F Norris, L Watts, F W Radford, A Baldwick, H Anderson, junr, and Jas. Brooks, the wounded men from the Red Cross Hospital, vis: Corpl Gains (RE), Pte Scott (Cambs Regt), Pte Reald (Royal Sussex), Pte Danhain (Essex), Driver Ireson (RFA), Driver Stokes (RFA), Driver Whaley (RE), Gunner Theall (Canadian Artillery), Air Mechanic Smith (RFC), Pte Garbutt (Royal Fusiliers), Pte Kidwell (4th Dragoon Guards), Pte Monachan (Argyle and Sutherland Highlanders), Pte Stone (Royal Fusiliers), Pte Wilkinson (Sherwood Foresters), and Pte Williams (Canadian Infantry). The firing party was composed of: Batt. Sergt. Major Marsters (in command), Sergts W Simpson, A Ashton, and Johnson, Corporals G E Knights, Ivatt, Hammerton and Godfrey, Lance-Corporals Doyle, Culpin and Abbott, Ptes James Makeham and Howard, and Corpl Bugler Masters. The other members of the Volunteer Corps present were under the command of Capt Warren and Lieut Ruston. The bearers were members of the Corps, vis: Corpl. Cross, Ptes Willmer, York, Horton, Nicholls and Allen, whilst Corpl O J Kuhm, Pte O'Brien, Humphrey, Freeman and Hodge, of the Hunts Cyclists, acted as an escort. The mourners were: Mrs Dellar (widow), Mr George Dellar (father), Mr H Dellar (brother), Miss D Dellar (sister), Miss M Dellar (sister), Mrs H Williams (sister-in-law), Miss L Culpin (aunt), Mr B Harlick (brother-in-law), Mrs H Coombs (sister-in-law), Mrs Harlick (mother-in-law), Mr & Mrs W Dellar (uncle and aunt), Mr & Mrs J Dellar, of March (uncle and aunt), Miss S Dellar, Cambridge (aunt), Miss J Dellar, Oakington (aunt), Mrs H Smith, Oakington (aunt), and Corpl. Vic White, ASC (a personal friend of the deceased). As the people were assembling the organist (Miss N Ketton) played funeral music. The service was conducted by the Rev. A E Hooper who, after the lessons and prayers, gave a short address. Mr Hooper mentioned the many years deceased had been connected with the Church, and pointed out that many of their brothers had laid down their lives, and their bodies had been committed to the earth with no memorial service being held. Ninety-three of their congregation had joined the colours to serve their country, and ten had given their lives. Of these ten only two had memorial services held for them in that Church. Therefore, he felt that they should keep in memory that afternoon their brothers who had gone vis: Ivor Day, G Dellar, F Dunkling, W Dighton, W G Edward, L Geeson, D Grey, C Howard, Tom Maile and Cyril Walker. Many of the congregation were moved to tears as Mr Hooper read these names. At the conclusion of the service Miss Ketton played ""O rest in the Lord."" On the Market Hill a large crowd of sympathisers congregated to see the procession move off for the Cemetery, and along the route the townspeople lined each side of the roadway. The firing party led, then came the Mayor and the Corporation, and others from the Church, the wounded soldiers, with Lieut. E Kiddle at the head, the Volunteers, the hand-bier on which rested the coffin covered with the Union Jack, and lovely wreaths, and the mourners. The final rites were performed by Mr Hooper, the firing party fired three volleys, and the Last Post was sounded by Bugler Masters. The scene was most impressive. After the mourners had taken the last look in the grave, those present passed reverently by the grave. Mr John Skeeles carried out the funeral arrangements. The inscription on the coffin read: George Housden Dellar, Died Dec. 4th 1916, Aged 27 years. The floral tributes sent were handsome, those with cards reading:- ""In ever loving memory of my darling husband"", from his broken-hearted wife; ""To our dear George"" from his loved ones at home; ""In loving memory"" from Mother and Ben; ""George, sincere sympathy"", from Deb and Miriam (Canada); ""George, in loving memory"", from Merse and Harold; ""In affectionate remembrance"", from Kitty and Harry; ""In loving memory"" from his sorrowing Aunties and Uncles; ""With loving memory"", from Uncle Jack and Aunt Lizzie; ""With deepest sympathy"" from Mr and Mrs G G G Wheeler; ""With deepest sympathy"" from George F Blackburn (Bradford)"
"Alexina Henrietta Rankin DUNLOP","8 Dec 1882","ANNANDALE OBSERVER: DEATHS: At 30 Leamington Terrace, Edinburgh, on the 3rd inst., Henrietta Alexina Rankin, second daughter of the late Robert B E Dunlop, and granddaughter of the late Henry Dunlop of Craigton, aged 12 years."
"Alexina Johnston DUNLOP","1 Nov 1892","GLASGOW HERALD: THE WRECK OF THE ROUMANIA. Miss Dunlop was not a medical missionary of Edinburgh, but is the granddaughter of Mr Henry Dunlop of Craigton, and only daughter of Mr AJ Dunlop, Inspector-General of Revenue under the Nizam of Hyderabad.
NB: previous edition listed Alexina amongst the passengers as 'Miss Dunlop, belonging to Edinburgh'."
"Alexina Johnston DUNLOP","3 Nov 1892","GLASGOW HERALD: THE WRECK OF THE ROUMANIA - A TOUCHING COINCIDENCE - the obituary of the Herald yesterday had doubtless a tender significance for elderly citizens, containing, as it did, the names of Alexina (Ina) Dunlop, 'granddaughter of the late Henry Dunlop of Craigton', and of Malcolm Buchanan Fleming, 'grandson of the late John Fleming of Claremont.' They probably remembered that over the heads of these two most excellent grandfathers a somewhat furious municipal tempest, legal and impersonal, raged in glasgow many years ago for the space of full two months, and now amidst the warring elements, and in a distant sea, a much-loved grandchild of each has gone down together. These grandchildren, we believe, did not know each other until they met on board the 'Rumania'. Mr Dunlop of Craigton and Mr Fleming of Claremont were both Magistrates of Glasgow, and both were marked out for the Lord Provostship in November 1837. It was known sometime before election day that the support to each would be exactly equal, and, therefore, that the chairman must decide the election by his casting vote. The question of the chairmanship on election day was raised. The retiring Lord Promised (Mr Mills), supported by Mr Fleming's friends in the Council, claimed the chair and right to install his successor, whilst the Senior Magistrate (Bailie Paul), supported by Mr Dunlop's friends in the Council, and also by the Town-Clerk (Mr Reddie), claimed the right to preside. There were therefore to chairman, with opposite predilections on the burning question. The vote was equal, a casting vote was thrown into each scale, and both gentlemen in turn were declared duly elected and accepted the office. Neither was permitted by his friends to retire. The question was therefore carried to the Court of Session, and on 16th December following the Second Division unanimously decided that Mr Dunlop had been legally elected Lord Provost. Probably no lasting personal estrangement was thus created between the two gentlemen, but the meeting of the grandchildren on board the Roumania, and the sad fate which carried both to where there is 'no more sea,' has in it something of genuine pathos."
"Alexina Rankin DUNLOP","15 Dec 1846","GREENOCK ADVERTISER: Deaths-At Craigton, on the 11th inst., Alexina Rankin Dunlop, in her seventh year."
"Colin Hinton DUNLOP","21 Nov 1868","GLASGOW HERALD: DEATHS: At Levern Cottage, Barrhead, on the 19th inst. Colin Hinton Dunlop, Esq., fourth son of the late Henry Dunlop, Esq. of Craigton.- Friends will please accept of this intimation "
"Helen Scott DUNLOP","13 Jan 1912","THE SCOTSMAN: NOTICE FOR CLAIMS. All parties having claims against the late Mrs HELEN SCOTT MACDOUGAL, Widow of the late Mr E S MACDOUGAL, of Sonachan, and who resided at Ormiston Hall, East Lothian, are requested to lodge the same with the Subscribers within Fourteen Days from this date. Hagart & Burn Murdoch W.S., Agents for the Deceased's Executrix. 140 Princes Street, Edinburgh. 10th January 1912."
"Henry DUNLOP","1 Apr 1857","GLASGOW HERALD: Mr Henry Dunlop of Craigton. We sincerely lament to learn that Mr Henry Dunlop of Craigton, after leaving the hustings on Monday, where he nominated Mr Hastie, became suddenly unwell, and only succeeded in reaching Mr Knox's counting house, John Street, when his illness assumed the appearance of an apoplectic attack. He was removed to his residence without delay, and attended by Dr Lawrie, who, after the application of energetic measures, was enabled to report that there was no immediate danger."
"Henry DUNLOP","11 May 1867","PAISLEY HERALD & RENFREWSHIRE ADVERTISER: Death of Henry Dunlop, Esq., of Craigton.
Henry Dunlop, Esq., of Craigton, expired yesterday at Edinburgh, to which he had gone for the purpose of obtaining the benefit of medical skill in relation to a painful internal complaint under which he had been suffering for the past three months."
"Henry DUNLOP","11 May 1867","GLASGOW HERALD: DEATH OF HENRY DUNLOP ESQ., OF CRAIGTON
It is with much regret that we announce the death of Mr Henry Dunlop of Craigton, which took place yesterday in Edinburgh. Sprung from an old and well known family Mr Dunlop has always maintained a prominent position among Glasgow manufacturers. In early life he took an active part in municipal business, serving in the Town Council, and filling for the usual term, some eight and twenty years ago, the office of Lord Provost. About the same time he manifested a warm interest in the ecclesiastical controversy which led to the Disruption. When matters began to wear towards a crisis he took a somewhat conspicuous part in the proceedings of the Assembly, and, it may be remembered, seconded the motion for the suspension of the Strathbogie ministers. He also contested the Parliamentary representation of Bute in the Liberal interest, with the ulterior view of forwarding a non-intrusion policy in the Church. In this enterprise, however, he was unsuccessful. For many years Mr Dunlop had a considerable share in the management of the Edinburgh and Glasgow Railway, acting as deputy-chairman of the Board of Directors down to the date of the amalgamation with the North British Company. He likewise took a leading part in the business of the Glasgow Chamber of Commerce, and during the period of distress occasioned by the failure of the cotton supply he was assiduous in his labours as a member of the Relief Committee. Of late years Mr Dunlop has pretty much withdrawn himself from public life; quite recently, we understand, he has spent some time in America. His death will leave a blank in our community, where he was generally esteemed as a man of amiable manners, of high integrity, and good general information."
"Henry DUNLOP","13 May 1867","NEWCASTLE JOURNAL:Mr Henry Dunlop, of Craigton, late vice-chairman of the North British Railway, is dead."
"Henry DUNLOP","14 May 1867","LONDON STANDARD: The deaths are announced of Mr Henry Dunlop, a well-known Glasgow merchant, a former Lord Provost and a leader of ""the Disruption""; ......"
"Henry DUNLOP","15 May 1867","GLASGOW HERALD: CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
A meeting of the directors of this Chamber was held yesterday; Mr Ramsay, of Kildalton, presiding.
THE LATE MR DUNLOP, OF CRAIGTON
The Chairman said ? the first thing we have to bring under your notice is an event which has caused a blank in our directorate since last meeting. We have had occasion recently to sorrow for the loss of many eminent citizens of Glasgow ? men distinguished by their zeal in advancing works of Christian beneficence, and equally so for their efforts to promote the material and moral welfare of our city, and of the human race in every corner of the globe. This is not the place specially to allude to those gentlemen; but I think that on an occasion like this it is quite suitable that we should record our expression of sorrow for the loss of Mr Dunlop, one who has been a member of this Chamber for the long period of 37 years, and during that long period has, with the exception of a few years, been in the direction. Mr Dunlop was elected chairman of this Chamber in 1841, subsequently in 1850, and again in 1862, showing that the Chamber has not only desired to do him honour, but that they believed him to deserve their confidence. I think that everyone who has had the opportunity of meeting with Mr Dunlop in the business of this Chamber must, as I have done, have entertained a sincere respect for his character, and for his zeal in everything beneficial to our association. I understand that during the long period of his association with the Chamber he has taken a very special interest in the development of our trade with India; and we can all remember how much he did very recently in promoting the French Treaty, a treaty from which we are not only to derive advantage in our commerce, but which may be expected to promote peace among the nations of the earth. Then we have also in our recollection his efforts on the occasion of the cotton famine in bringing before the public the claims of those who were in need, and by the best means of supplying the blank made in our market by the lack of supplies. As to banking again every one who heard him speak on that question, whether concurring with him or not, must have been struck by the clearness of his views; and that his views were in accordance with the opinions of the Chamber we are all well aware. I think, therefore, that on the removal of one who has so long gone in and out amongst us it is becoming that we should record an expression of sorrow for his loss and of sympathy for his bereaved relatives. Mr Ramsay concluded by moving accordingly. The motion was agreed to."
"James DUNLOP","10 Jul 1826","GLASGOW HERALD: DIED- At Largs, on the 2d July, James Dunlop, Esq., in the xx year of his age."
"Mary Helen Caie DUNLOP","6 Oct 1890","DUNDEE COURIER: DEATHS: DUNLOP - At Ormiston Hall, East Lothian, on the 21st inst., Mary Helen Caie Dunlop, daughter of the late Robert Bruce Ellis Dunlop, Canada, and granddaughter of the late Henry Dunlop, Esq., of Craigton, Lanarkshire."
"Robert Bruce Ellis DUNLOP","10 Mar 1877","PAISLEY HERALD & RENFREWSHIRE ADVERTISER: DEATHS: At Kingston, Jamaica, Robert Bruce Ellis Dunlop, 6th son of the late Henry Dunlop, Esq., of Craigton."
"William George DUNLOP","11 Jun 1846","CALEDONIAN MERCURY: BIRTHS - At Craigton, on the 5th current, Mrs Henry Dunlop, of a son"
"William George DUNLOP","17 Jun 1846","DUMFRIES & GALLOWAY STANDARD: BIRTHS - At Craigton, on the 5th inst., Mrs Henry Dunlop, of a son."
"William George DUNLOP","24 May 1887","GLASGOW HERALD: DEATHS. TURNER-DUNLOP.-At Gogovale, Largs,on the 21st inst., aged 40 years, William George Turner-Dunlop, son of the late Henry Dunlop, of Craigton.- Friends, please accept of this (the only) intimation."
"Mary DYMOCK","17 May 1822","CAMBRIDGE CHRONICLE & JOURNAL: Died: On Sunday last, at Stretham, aged 75 years, much respected, Mrs. Kempton, relict of the late Mr. Samuel Kempton, of Ely."
"Edward EASTWELL","19 Sep 1923","BRISBANE COURIER: EDWARD EASTWELL. Mr Edward Eastwell, an old pioneer of the Warwick district, died at Swan Creek, at the age of 80 years. The late Mr Eastwell was born at Great Gransden, Huntingdonshire (England) in 1843 and came to Queensland with his parents in 1854. Later he selected land at Swan Creek and, in 1870, married Miss Mary Ann Carter, and resided at Swan Creek till his death. He leaves a widow and eight children - George (Hermitage), Thomas (Mount Stuart), Charles (Murgon), Ernest and Clarence (Swan Creek), Mrs T D Payne (Emu Vale), Mrs N Bowen (Injune), and Alice (Swan Creek). One daughter (Mrs Mitchell) pre-deceased him, and one son (James) was killed in action in Belgium. "
"Henry EASTWELL","4 May 1898","WARWICK EXAMINER & TIMES: OBITUARY
A young man, named Henry Eastwell, died at Mr M Holst's boarding-house, Albion-street, on Sunday night. The deceased, was 26 years of age, was a well-known resident of the Swan Creek district. The immediate cause of death was inflammation of the lungs. The remains were conveyed to Swan Creek, and interred yesterday."
"Bruce ELLIS","11 Jul 1855","GLASGOW HERALD: DEATHS - At 11 Wemyss Place, Edinburgh, on the 3d instant, Bruce Ellis, relict of James Dunlop, Esq., cotton spinner in Glasgow, in her eighty-seventh year."
"Bruce ELLIS","13 Jul 1855","GREENOCK ADVERTISER: DEATHS - At Wemyss Place, Edinburgh, on the 3d instant, Bruce Ellis, relict of James Dunlop, Esq., cotton spinner in Glasgow, in her 87th year."
"William ELLIS","4 Mar 1904","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: DEATH OF AN OLD TRADESMAN.- The city has lost one of its oldest and most highly respected tradesmen in the person of Mr Wm. Ellis, of High-street. A native of Ely, he had been in business in High-street practically all his life, and had carried on the shop now in charge of his sons for something like fifty years. His death was the result of a chill caught less than a fortnight ago. The funeral took place on Tuesday afternoon at the Cemetery, the Rev. H J Turner (Vicar of Holy Trinity) officiating. The coffin was of polished oak with brass fittings, and bore the following inscription:- ""Wm. Ellis, born Jan. 4, 1820; died Feb. 25, 1904."" The chief mourners were Messrs C H Ellis, E C Ellis, H A Ellis, A W Morris, J Masser (Nottingham) and Nurse Costell. Others present at the graveside were:- Messrs A Pledger, A Davison, W P Snell, Sidney Harvey, J Cutlack jun, C Sterling, E Dengis, John Creak, John Peck, R Fisher, J Barber, W Taylor, M Newton, and W Jefferson. There were many beautiful wreaths."
"William ELLIS","4 Mar 1904","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: DEATHS: ELLIS - February 25, at Ely, William Ellis, aged 84"
"William Kempton FEW","8 Jan 1859","CAMBRIDGE CHRONICLE & JOURNAL: QUARTER SESSIONS; William Kempton Few, 18, an apprentice to John Kempton, baker, Ely, pleaded guilty to a charge of embezzling the sum of 1s 6d, the property of his master. Mr Naylor, on behalf of the prosecution, made application for the cancelling of the apprentice indentures, which the court ordered to be done, and sentenced the prisoner to three months? hard labour at Wisbech. "
"William Kempton FEW","23 Jul 1859","CAMBRIDGE CHRONICLE & JOURNAL: William Kempton Few, Ely Trinity, baker, was charged with using threatening language towards Mr. John Kempton, on the 17th day of April. Ordered to find two sureties in 10/ each, and himself in 20/., for three months: in default, locked up."
"William FLAVEL","21 Mar 1823","CAMBRIDGE CHRONICLE & JOURNAL: Cambridgeshire Assizes Concluded. William Flavell, aged 17, and Thomas Bowers, aged 15, stood charged with stealing ten pigeons from the dove house of Mr William Hall, of Landbeach. Mr Hall, the prosecutor, stated that on Monday the 24th of February last, in consequence of information he received from his servant Hinton, he went to his dovecote. The door was open but did not appear to have been forced. The pigeons were very much disturbed. Hinton found a sack containing eight dead pigeons and two live ones. He went in search of the robbers, and saw two lads in slop-frocks, about the size of the prisoners. On the Thursday following, they sent to prosecutor, who went to a house in the village. Witness produced the sack, and prisoners said that was the sack in which they took the pigeons out of the dovehouse. They confessed the fact to the Rev. Wm. Leworthy, the magistrate, who used no threat or promise. It appears that these two prisoners were encouraged in their depredations by two men in the neighbourhood, of the names of Taylor and Sanderson, who bought pigeons obtained in this manner at a penny a piece. The prisoners were found guilty, and sentenced to six months imprisonment."
"James Edmund FREEMAN","23 Sep 1889","CAMBRIDGE DAILY NEWS: ST. IVES. Harvest Supper. On Saturday evening an indication of the wind-up of cropping operations, a harvest supper was held at the Woolpack Farm, belonging to Mr. J. E. Freeman, who has a large wholesale establishment in London. There were close upon 40 present, including Mr. M. Calpin (sic) and one or two other representative tradesman. Supper was served in one of the barns, which had been gaily and lavishly decorated for the occasion. Mr. Freeman presided, while Mr. Holley, manager and agent, occupied the vice-chair. The menu included a joint roast beef, weighing 47lbs, supplied by Mr. Hodson, of Elsworth, with an abundant supply of Yorkshire puddings and vegetables. The dessert was really a sight. There were pines, grapes, walnuts, all of choicest and best. The grand duchess pears, and apples from Novia (sic) Scotia were especially magnificent. The supply of confectionery was also unbounded. The beverages were light, plentiful, and of the best; ""Bass's No. 1"", Galloway's sparkling ale; Encore whisky, surrounded with every possible description of mineral water; cigars and tobacco followed in due order. The post-prandial proceedings were opened by the host, who, in hearty, earnest fashion, welcomed his employées on that occasion. This was suitably responded to Mr. Holley, on behalf the staff, when song and toast followed in rapid succession till 11 o'clock. Mr. Culpin sang one of his best songs in his usual style. For some time after this the roads to Fenstanton and Hemingford were stirred by merry songs from happy throats. The extent and success of this event would lead one to think that the good old times of harvest suppers are returning."
"James Edmund FREEMAN","9 Sep 1910","CAMBRIDGE DAILY NEWS: The Late Mr J E Freeman - Funeral at Hemingford Grey.
The funeral of Mr J E Freeman, who died at Fulbourn on Saturday, took place at Hemingford Grey General Cemetery yesterday (Thursday) afternoon. The sight was impressive. Gathered in the neatly-kept little ground were a large assembly of mourners, old friends and relatives from near and far, representatives of the branches of RB Webster Ltd, and farm hands formerly employed by Mr Freeman. Both the numbers who attended the funeral and the magnificent flowers were remarkable evidence of the deep affection and widespread respect with which Mr J E Freeman was regarded.
A long procession started from St Ives Station about 2.15pm. A great many people had arrived by train from London and various places in the district, and were accommodated in about 20 carriages. At the four cross roads the cortege joined the hearse, on which were placed superb flowers. The long and solemn file then proceeded slowly along the winding road to Hemingford Grey. At the Cemetery gates the cortege was met by the Pastor of Houghton Congregational Chapel (the Rev J Sheppard) who read a short form of service. The coffin was borne by eight men who were formerly employed by Mr Freeman, at Hemingford Grey. Messrs G and W Murphy, Amos and Joe Goodfellow, Lambert, T Favell, Woods and Smith.
The family mourners were: Mr A J E Freeman (son), Mrs J E Freeman (widow), Mrs J Culpin (sister), Mr J Freeman (brother), Miss M Freeman (sister), Mrs A J E Freeman (daughter-in-law). The representatives from the branches of RB Webster Ltd were: Messrs F Whitt (sec. of the company), S Swinscoe, A Stacey, R Powell, W Bootle (Spitalfields Market), W J Crawley, B Whybrow, A Swinscoe (Borough Market), W Hersant (representing Mr A E Freeman, Crown Trading Company), and G F Coxall (sec. Stratford Branch). Amongst other people present were: Messr W Wadely, sen & jun, W Neal, G Gutherie, W Saunders (London), Mr and Mrs Brown, Mrs and Mrs Ormond, Messrs W Whitworth, F Gates, Page, Mrs Scotcher, Mrs Parker and Mr Salmon (Fulbourn), J Looker (Huntingdon), H Saint, G D Day (representing the St Ives Board of Guardians), F Reed, W H Thompson, Cyril Watts, J J Reed, G R Rook, A T Grounds, G Darlow, F W Brighty, J Harrison, C Smith, W Longings, Doo, J Skinner and H J Parker (St Ives), G F Wilson, W H Woods (Hemingford Grey Parish Council), J Giddings, W H Woods sen, Stephen Favell, R Dorington, G Geeson (Hemingford Grey), W Butcher, G Holmden, W H Gotobed (representing the North Hunts Central Liberal Club), Mr E R Elworthy (Cambridge), Mr and Mrs R Smith (Holywell). The coffin was of polished oak, with handsome brass furniture, and bore on the breastplate the inscription:- James Edmund Freeman, Born 1853, died September 4th 1910, aged 57 years.
The following is a list of the wreaths:- With deepest sympathy and regret, W Fordham and Son; With deepest sympathy, Mr E R Elworthy; With deepest sympathy, from Mr and Mrs F Gates; With deepest sympathy, from Flo; With deepest expression of respect and sympathy, from the employees of the Crown Trading Company, Stratford Market; With deepest regret, from Mrs and Mrs Saunders and family; With deep regret, from Borough Market Branch of the Crown Trading Co Ltd; With deepest sympathy and regret, from Mr R Horner and family; With deepest regret, from Alice and William; With deepest sympathy, from J Gladwin; In affectionate remembrance of an old friend, from G E Neale; With sincere sympathy, from members of the Fulbourn Tennis Club; A last tribute to dear Jim, from his loving wife Polly; A last tribute to dear dad and grandpa, from Bert, Blanche and the boys; With deepest regret, from the Borough Market Branch of RB Webster Ltd; With deepest regret, from the branch of Messrs A E Freeman, Borough Market; With deepest regret, from R W Powell; With deepest sympathy, Mr T Wooton; With deepest regret, from the Spitalfields Branch, RB Webster Ltd; From Mr A C Harridine, mother and sister, of Tottenham; With deepest sympathy, from Mr and Mrs F Page; In deepest sympathy, from the Fulbourn Liberal Association; In affectionate remembrance, from Mrs Ducket and Sister Mabel; With deepest regret and sympathy, from the employees of the Stratford Market Branch of RB Webster Ltd; With deep sympathy, from Mr and Mrs GE Guthrie and Mr and Mrs Whitehouse; In loving memory of a dear friend, from Geo. Isles; With deepest sympathy, from Mr and Mrs HE Brown and family; From Mr H W Saunders; From Mr A C Harridine; and From Mr G Gutherie. On the coffin were placed four large white roses from the garden at Fulbourn, ""From Mr Punch"", Mr Freeman's favourite dog. The funeral arrangements were carried out by Mr F Gates, Fulbourn."
"Lydia FREEMAN","30 Aug 1963","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS:
DEATHS: CUPLIN [sic]. On the 28th August 1963, Lydia, beloved wife of the late James Culpin, passed peacefully away at her home, 18 The Orchard, Fen Drayton, aged 94 years. Service at St Mary?s Church, Fen Drayton, on Saturday 31st August at 3.15pm."
"Lydia FREEMAN","6 Sep 1963","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: FEN DRAYTON: Late Mrs Lydia Culpin. One of the oldest inhabitants of the village, Mrs Lydia Culpin of 18 The Orchard, died on Wednesday week at the age of 94. Mrs Culpin, who is survived by three sons and three daughters, had lived in the village for the past 60 years. Born at Spitalfields, London, she was a daughter of the late Mr & Mrs James Albert Freeman and married Mr J Culpin (who predeceased her several years ago) in 1894 at Hemingford Grey Parish Church. She was a member of the local Women's Institute since its inception. The funeral took place at St Mary's Church, Fen Drayton, on Saturday, the Vicar (the Rev RTG Pearson) officiating. The hymn 'How Sweet the name of Jesus sounds', the 29th Psalm and the Nunc Dimittus were sung during the service. Mrs RTG Pearson was at the organ. The mourners were:- Mr HJ Culpin (son), Mr & Mrs S E Culpin and Mr & Mrs J Culpin (sons and daughters-in-law), Mrs L N McDermott, Mrs E B Smart (daughters), Mr & Mrs E J Crawley (daughter & son-in-law), Mr Douglas Culpin, Mr John Culpin, Mr William B Smart, Mrs Betty Hays, Mrs Isla M Hannah, Mrs J Anne Baker, Mr TA Hays, Mr JW Hannah, Mrs WB Smart (grandchildren), Mr Nigel Hannah and Miss Wendy Hannah (great-grandchildren). Mrs G James, Miss I Culpin and Mrs N Anderson (nieces), Mr R Stubbins (nephew), Mr & Mrs S Lawrence and Mr & Mrs A Culpin (nephew and nieces).
Unable to attend were Mr SR Culpin (Germany), Mrs D Culpin (London), Miss Janet Hannah (in the forces) (grandchildren)."
"Timothy GARNER","14 Aug 1903","BEDFORDSHIRE TIMES & INDEPENDENT: On Wednesday, an aged man, named Samuel Pates, of Newtown, was knocked down and badly injured by a runaway horse of which he had charge. The animal, which belonged to Mr. Timothy Garner, market gardener, was badly cut on the leg, caused by coming into collision with a barn."
"Bert Arthur GATES","27 Nov 1973","CAMBRIDGE EVENING NEWS: Deaths: Gates.
Bert Arthur, of 8 Mawson Road, Cambridge, dear brother of Gladys, died in Chesterton Hospital on Thursday November 22nd 1973, aged 66 years. Funeral Service at Cambridge City Cemetery at 11am on Thursday November 29th."
"Richard GLEW","27 Oct 1893","STAMFORD MERCURY: GROOM or Groom-coachman - officer, ordered abroad, wishes to recommend his Groom. Understands management of hunters. Rides and drives well. 7 years' character. 40. Married. -Glew, Farnborough-road, Hants."
"Hedley Charles Davys GOLLEDGE","18 Dec 1942","WESTERN NEWS: DEATH OF DR. HEDLEY GOLLEDGE. A WELL-KNOWN VETERINARY SURGEON. The death occurred at the Yeatman Hospital, Sherborne on Friday, following an operation, of Dr Hedley Charles Davys Golledge, of Pickett Witch, Yeovil, veterinary surgeon and Veterinary Inspector since 1911 for the Ministry of Agriculture.
Born at Sherborne in 1889, he was the second son of the late Major C Hedworth Golledge and Mrs Golledge, of Holywell House, West Coker. He was educated at Dean Close School, Cheltenham, and the Royal Veterinary College London, and became a Fellow of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons, a Fellow of the Royal Society of Medicine, a member of the Royal Institute of Public Health, and in 1931, following his extensive research work in pathology at Zurich University, he obtained his doctorate degree in Veterinary Medicine. His wife was with him part of the time in Zurich assisting him in his laboratory work, and in 1933 they both revisited Zurich for the University's centenary celebrations. His dissertation on his research work was late privately printed and circulated to all the universities of the world.
THE FUNERAL
There was no mourning and no flowers by request at the funeral on Tuesday, when a memorial service at St Andrew's Church, Yeovil preceded the interment at Sherborne. Those who would have sent flowers were asked instead to remember the Garden Fund at St Andrew's Church or the Yeatman Hospital, Sherborne.
The service was conducted by the Vicar of Yeovil (Rev. H Mortlock Treen), assisted by the Rev K W Puddy.
Family mourners were: Mrs Hedley Golledge (wife); Surgeon-Lieutenant A H Golledge (son); Miss Betty Golledge WRNS (daughter); Mrs N H H Golledge (daughter in law); Mr & Mrs Lionel St Bel Golledge (brother & sister in law); Mr & Mrs J A Gould (brother in law & sister); Mrs C Hedworth Golledge and Miss Eileen Golledge (mother and sister) were unable to attend through indisposition.
(..plus two paragraphs of other people)
Mrs Hedley Golledge and family are deeply grateful for the many kind messages of sympathy received. Mrs Golledge will in time endeavour to acknowledge them personally.
Messrs John Gliddon & Company, Yeovil, carried out the funeral arrangements."
"Anne GOODLIFFE","28 Aug 1886","LEICESTER CHRONICLE: DEATHS: Culpin. On the 24th inst., at Ketton, Rutland, Anna relict of John Culpin, of King's Cliffe, aged 90."
"Elizabeth GREEN","21 Dec 1827","CAMBRIDGE CHRONICLE & JOURNAL: Died: on Wednesday the 12th inst., aged 73, Mrs Elizabeth Kempton, of Ely, widow."
"Frank Webb GREENALL","3 May 1942","GREENALL. Mr Frank Webb Greenall, whose last known address was at Oxford, is requested to communicate with Ginn & Co, solicitors, 22-24 Sidney-street, Cambridge
GREENALL. Information is required as to Frank Greenall, son of Henrietta Greenall (nee Webb) and nephew of Frederick Webb, deceased, late of Landbeach, Cambs, farmner. The person required is believed to be a painter or decorator living in the Peterborough or Ramsey districts, and was employed by Messrs W Barber and Sons, contractors, Stanground, Hunts, some few years ago. Please write to Ginn & Co, solicitors, 22-24 Sidney-street, Cambridge."
"Sidney GREENALL","29 Nov 1901","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: CRUELTY TO A MARE. Sidney Greenall, aged 16, a labourer, and Frederick Webb, aged 49, a brewer of Landbeach, were summoned for cruelty illtreating a mare, the former by working it, and the latter by causing it to be worked, while in an unfit state, at Waterbeach, on the 11th November. Both defendants pleaded not guilty. PC Brooke said that he saw the defendant Greenall on the day in question in charge of a horse attached to a cart, laden with about a ton and a half of coal, in Station-road, Waterbeach. His attention was drawn to the mare by a sack which was under the saddle, and he examined the animal, with the result that he found a large open wound upon the back under the saddle. The flesh was very much inflamed, and blood and matter were oozing from the wound. He produced the sack, upon which was a large blot of blood, The lad Greenall informed witness that his master knew of the condition of the mare, and that he told him to put the sacking over it, to prevent chafing. Subsequently witness saw Webb, who admitted that the horse had had a bad back for over a week. PS Salmon corroborated. Oliver Driver, Inspector of the RSPCA, said he examined the horse two days after the discovery, and found the wound as described, very much inflamed. The defendant Webb said the wound was a new one, and he did not think it was very bad. A fine of 10s and costs, was imposed on Webb, and 2s 6d without costs, upon Greenall."
"Sidney GREENALL","18 May 1906","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: LANDBEACH.
EMPLOYING CHILD LABOUR. A summons for employing Victor Greenall, a child of ten years, at Landbeach, on April 6th, was heard against Frederick Webb, aged 42, a farmer and publican of Landbeach, at the Cambridge Division Petty Sessions on Saturday.
Mr W H Ingle, school attendance officer, produced a certificate showing that the boy was absent fm school on April 6th, and state that he saw the lad working on the defendant's farm on that day. The defendant had been warned on several occasions for employing not only that boy, but one or two other boys. The defendant stated that he clothed and maintained the boy, and he thought it was a pity he could not employ him now and again. A fine of 10s and costs was imposed.
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"Sidney GREENALL","27 Jun 1919","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: RECALLED. Mr Sydney Greenall, who has for some time been working on the land, has been recalled to his unit last week. Mr Greenall will be greatly missed by the Cricket Club, for he was good in the field and with the bat."
"Sidney GREENALL","19 Sep 1919","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: ON LEAVE. Mr Sydney Greenall came home for a short leave on Sunday last. He is looking well and none the worse for his exciting experiences."
"Sidney GREENALL","2 Jan 1928","HULL DAILY MAIL: ""..... To my mind, the finest skater I ever saw was the late Sid Greenall of Landbeach, whose death a few weeks ago removed from the sporting world a remarkable athlete. For many years he was the professional skating champion of England, but he was equally as good on the sports field, running, cycle racing and obstacle racing coming alike to him. He was earning a good living at sports meetings when such famous men as (names omitted) were in their prime....."""
"Walter GREENALL","14 Feb 1880","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: DEATHS. GREENALL - February 8, at Landbeach, Walter Greenall, aged 35."
"William Dickerson GREENALL","18 May 1894","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: STRAYING. William Greenall, publican, of Landbeach, was summoned for allowing three ponies to stray on the highway at Landbeach on May 2nd, and was fined 3s and 7s 6d costs."
"William Dickerson GREENALL","2 Dec 1899","CAMBRIDGE DAILY NEWS: Disastrous Fire at Landbeach. Four Cottages, Shop, and Stable Burned to the Ground. SEVERAL HUNDRED POUNDS DAMAGE. Cambridgeshire villages have been prolific in fires of unusual magnitude during the twelve months, and Landbeach has now earned the distinction of having had a disastrous fire within its limits. In the absence of any soul-stirring events in the quiet little village, the fire, which occurred in the early hours of Friday morning, is a big event in its history, and with some reason for four cottages, a blacksmith's and wheelwright's shop, and a stable were burned completely out. The cottages, situate on the main road in the centre of the village, were the property of Mr Phillip Papworth, of Histon, and were occupied by Thomas Bowers, James Wagstaffe, J. Pont, and Widow White. Adjoining them was blacksmith's and wheelwright's shop, occupied by Mr William Greenall, licensee of the Red Cow public house. Luckily, as it turned out, building space in Landbeach is not at a premium, and the cottages and shop formed
A LITTLE GROUP by themselves, with a space of at least ten yards between them and any other dwelling house, otherwise the damage would assuredly have been much more extensive. How the fire was caused is, and is likely to remain, a matter of conjecture. Certain it is that it originated in the wheelwright's shop, and spread from there to the thatch of an adjoining cottage. About a quarter past three on Friday morning Mrs Bowers was awakened by her two-year-old daughter, who was unwell and very restless. There was a suspicion of smoke about the bedroom, and a smell of burning material. Mrs Bowers roused her husband with the words ""I believe something's on fire."" In a very short time the belief grew into a certainty, for the smoke in the room grew more dense, and Bowers slipped on his nether garments and slippers and descended the stairs. Though, as far as he could see, nothing was burning in his own house, there was a deal of smoke, and, running upstairs, he leaned out of the window, when he saw the shop in flames. Wagstaffe's cottage was the nearest to the burning building, and in a trice he and the other cottagers were informed of their danger. A scene of
WILD EXCITEMENT followed. The inhabitants of the cottages, so rudely awakened from their sleep, rushed into the road, some clad only in their night attire, others in whatever garments came nearest to hand. All the villagers were soon aroused by the shrieking of ""Fire! Fire!"" While the alarm was being given the fire was taking a good hold of the thatched roofs of the two nearest cottages with awful rapidity, and though some attempt was made to check it by pouring buckets of water on the flames, the impossibility of saving the buildings was soon recognised, and attention was turned to getting as much of the furniture out as possible. Wagstaffe's cottage was consumed with such rapidity that only a small portion of the domestic articles could be got out, and within a quarter of an hour of the alarm being given the roof fell in. Bowers, Pont, and Mrs White were slightly more successful in the matter of saving the furniture but in each case many articles had to be left behind, involving
SERIOUS LOSS TO THE COTTAGERS. The buildings were lath and plaster, and in an incredibly short time, the four cottages and the shop were one huge bonfire, making a spectacle, which the inhabitants speak of with something approaching awe, so impressive was it on that still, cold morning. The stable, situated at the rear of the houses, was embraced in the fire, but fortunately Mr Greenall's horse was taken out in time. There are other outbuildings near at hand, and the portions of these were saturated with water to such an extent that they escaped serious damage. No fire brigade was sent for; in fact, it was quite useless for before it could have arrived the cottages, shop, and stable were a mass of ruin. The morning broke on a strange scene. The band of villagers assembled in the road were watching the fire complete its work. All the roofs had long since fallen in, walls had toppled over, the wooden shop was level with the ground, and all that remained were the bare chimney stacks, surrounded by a mass of burning material. Supt. Webb, of Cambridge, and other members of the county constabulary had been sent for, but could give no assistance.
THE HOMELESS COTTAGERS
were received into the houses of relatives and neighbours. It is a singular, and perhaps fortunate, fact that only one child, the daughter of Bowers, was living in the houses. There is a firm belief that had it not been for this child's illness, and the mother's premature awakening in consequence, some of the unfortunate ones would have been burned in their beds. There is a great lack of cottage accommodation in Landbeach, and those turned out by the fire can nowhere find other houses to live in. One of the men said, lugubriously to our reporter, ""There ain't no bloomin' houses for us at all here."" No precise estimate of the damage has yet been made but is reckoned at several hundred pounds, and is covered by insurance."
"Zara Josephine GRIEVE","12 Sep 1984","THE TIMES: Deaths: Kempton; on 9th July, 1984, Zara Josephine, wife of the late Thomas William Kempton, and mother of Russell, Neville and Thelma. Peacefully at home after a short illness. Private funeral. No letters or flowers please."
"Frederick HARRISON","5 Jul 1927","The Times:
THREE PEOPLE SHOT AT ST IVES
Man, wife and son dead
A man, his wife and a son were found shot dead at St Ives, Hunts, yesterday morning. Hearing a shot fired, neighbours entered the premises of Mr Frederick Harrison, a butcher, and found Mrs Harrison lying dead on the floor of the kitchen and Mr Harrison and his son Geoffrey lying dead in the yard. A sporting gun found near the father contained two empty cartridges, and two other discharged cartridges were found by the police.
The son, Geoffrey, appears to have been shot as he was about to leave the premises to go to his work at a local garage. The shot had penetrated a large wooden door.
Frederick Harrison, the husband, age 46, was the son of a former Mayor of St Ives. He saw service in the artillery in Mesopotamia, Italy, and Salonika, and had been a great sufferer from malaria since his return. His aged parents are still alive. His second wife, Florence Gertrude, the dead woman, was 28, and Geoffrey Harrison, her stepson, 17. A younger son, the only surviving, went on an errand a few minutes before the shooting. At that time, according to the boy, things seemed normal in the household. Coming back he discovered what had happened and fled to a relative in the town.
The Coroner has not yet fixed the time of the inquest.
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"Frederick HARRISON","8 Jul 1927","Aberdeen Journal, 5 July 1927:
THREE SHOT DEAD. Tragic Fate of Father, Mother, and Son. Hearing reports as of a motor misfiring, neighbours entered the premises of Mr F. Harrison (46), butcher, St Ives, Hunts, yesterday, and found Mrs Harrison lying dead on the floor of the kitchen. Mr Harrison and his son, Geoffrey (18), lay dead in the yard. A sporting gun found near the father contained two empty cartridges, and two other discharged cartridges were found by the police. Mr Harrison served abroad during the war. Harrison's second son, Bobby (14), was away on an errand, and the tragedy was discovered on his return. Frederick Harrison, the husband, was the son of a former Mayor of St Ives. His aged parents are still alive.
Western Gazette, 8 July 1927:
WAR WORRIES REVEALED AT INQUEST. That Frederick Harrison, 46, butcher, St. Ives Hunts shot his wife and elder son and committed suicide while insane was the verdict at the inquest on the three persons on Tuesday. Bobbie, aged 11, the only survivor of the family, said he saw Geoffrey lying by the side of his cycle, wounded the head. ""I shouted for help,"" said Bobbie, ""and came towards the house calling 'mum.' I saw her lying the ground."" Dr. Henry Harrison said his brother contracted malaria in the war. He was not allowed to return to civilian life for a year after the war, and preyed his mind. He felt his business was slipping away.
Exmouth & Plymouth Gazette, 6 July 1927:
ST. IVES TRAGEDY. MURDER AND SUICIDE. A verdict that Harrison committed suicide while temporarily insane, and murdered his wife and son was recorded at an inquest held at St. Ives, Huntingdonshire, yesterday, Frederick Harrison, 46, a local butcher, Florence Beatrice, 39, his second wife, and Geoffrey, 17, his elder son, who were found shot dead at their home at St. Ives Monday. Dr. Henry Harrison, with whom sat Bobbie, aged 11, the youngest son, and only survivor of the family, said his brother Frederick served during the war in Italy, Mesopotamia, Egypt, and Salonica. Before the war he had good health, but contracted malaria, and when returned he felt his business was slipping away from him. He was not allowed to return civilian life for year after the war, and that preyed on his mind. Mrs. Ada Cooper, whose house overlooks Harrison's shop, said she heard two shots, and Harrison said I have shot a rat and laid it on the roof."" Then there were two more shots. The Coroner called Bobbie Harrison to his side, and in a low voice read the statement made by the boy. Bobbie said his father sent him for some milk. When he returned, he saw Geoffrey lying by the side of his cycle, with part of his head missing. ""I shouted for help."" said Bobbie, ""and came towards the house calling Mum? I saw her lying on the ground."" Stating that he thought details should kept as brief as possible, the Coroner said tragedies had often occurred through people brooding over other tragedies which had taken place previously.
Nottingham Evening Post, 4 July 1927:
WIPED OUT. EX-SERVICEMAN TRIPLE SHOOTING TRAGEDY. triple tragedy occurred at St. Ives, Hunts., to-day. A report of a motor-cycle backfiring was heard on the premises of Mr. Fred Harrison, a butcher, and on the neighbours entering found Mrs. Harrison lying dead the floor of the kitchen, and Mr. Harrison and his son Geoffrey, aged about 18, lay dead in the yard. A sporting gun found near the father contained two empty cartridges, and two other discharged cartridges were found the police. Mr. Harrison served abroad during the war. Harrison's second son, Bobbie, aged 14, was away from home at the time. He had been sent on an errand, and the tragedy was discovered on his return. Frederick Harrison, the husband, 46 years age, was the son of a former mayor St. Ives. His aged parents are still alive. His second wife, Florence Gertrude, the deceased woman, 28. Harrison was popular man at St. Ives. He took over the business from his father on being demobilised after serving overseas. His family are described being ""the essence of respectability.'' One of his brothers is a doctor and another a solicitor. Neighbours are at a loss explain the tragedy. The circumstances point to the husband firing the gun. Geoffrey's body was found near his motor cycle. The youth was in the habit of motor cycling to business about eight o'clock every morning, and as it was at about that time that shots were heard, no undue comment was excited because Geoffrey's machine usually produced noises not unlike exploding cartridges."
"Geoffrey Frederick HARRISON","5 Jul 1927","The Times Newspaper"
"Geoffrey Frederick HARRISON","8 Jul 1927","The Aberdeen Journal & others"
"Alan Coredale HAZLITT","21 Dec 1950","ALBANY ADVERTISER: A C Hazlitt, tailor, York Street, Albany, Annual Staff Holidays, closing Xmas Eve. Re-open Monday, January 15, 1951"
"Dennis HOLDEN","22 Jul 1926","LEEDS MERCURY: TOO GALLANT. Borrowing his brother's motor-cycle to take a girl home, Dennis Holden, a Durkar miner, knocked down a constable on point duty at Scissett. Yesterday at Barnsley, he was fined £3 and costs for driving dangerously and having no licence."
"Elizabeth Olivia HOLWELL","7 Aug 1896","STAMFORD MERCURY: DEATHS: ELY - July 26, Elizabeth Olivia Kempton"
"Daisy HOPKINS","4 Dec 1891","SHEFFIELD EVENING TELEGRAPH: ANOTHER SPINNING-HOUSE CASE. Before the Vice-Chancellor, Dr John Peile, Master of Christ's College, yesterday, the Spinning House at Cambridge was the scene of an extraordinary trial, the first since the University authorities permitted these cases to be heard in open court. A young girl named Daisy Hopkins, living at 36, Gold Street, in the borough, was charged under the University charter with being in the company of an undergraduate on the preceding evening. Mr J Lyon, solicitor, appeared for the prisoner. It transpired from the evidence given by a proctor (Mr F Wallis), and his two constables, that the girl was watched in several streets, and was seen by one of the constables (Kirby) with an undergraduate. The girl was subsequently arrested by the officers and taken to the Spinning House. Mr Lyon argued, in defence, that before the prisoner could be convicted under the charter she must be a person suspected of evil. He submitted that the evidence did not show in any way that she had acted with impropriety, and further that she was a girl of good character. He asked that a subpoena might be granted in order to call a clerical gentleman who would speak as to the girl's character, but that application was not granted. In the end the Vice-Chancellor sentenced the girl to 14 days' imprisonment. The case has caused considerable excitement in Cambridge, and no doubt has reopened the whole question of University jurisdiction."
"Daisy HOPKINS","11 Dec 1891","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: THE SPINNING HOUSE. THE DOINGS OF THE WEEK. PRESS OPINION. APPLICATION FOR HABEAS CORPUS. The trial at the Spinning House last week, which was commented on in the Independent Press, has been the principal topic of conversation in the town, and the progress of events has been watched with interest. The most important development has been the application for habeas corpus in London, and the hearing of which is fixed for to-day (Friday). There has been considerable comment in the press, and a summary of the opinions is given below.
THE SALVATION ARMY TAKES ACTION. The Social Wing of the Salvation Army is taking up the new Cambridge Spinning House case, says the Daily Chronicle. The Salvationist officer in command at Cambridge has been interviewing the relatives and friends of Daisy Hopkins, and investigating the affair generally. So much was intimated in a letter forwarded to the Home Secretary from the Salvation Army headquarters on Friday. In this letter the writer, ""Colonel"" Barker, petitions for a remission of the sentence passed on Miss Hopkins, and says he hopes to be able to put evidence at the disposal of the Home Office which will vindicate her character. The Salvation Army, it will be remembered, did good service in exposing the last Spinning House scandal.
THE PERSONAL RIGHTS ASSOCIATION. With reference to the Spinning-House case, a correspondent writes to the Daily News: Your readers will probably interested to know that the Personal Rights Association, of 3, Victoria-street, Westminster, has offered to take or assist Miss Hopkins in taking any proceedings which it may be desirable to institute for the purpose of testing or calling public attention to the jurisdiction under which the sentence on her was pronounced.
PREVIOUS CASES. The University Spinning-House has once more been forced into unenviable notoriety, and again at Cambridge, writes the Daily News. Last time a girl imprisoned there escaped, and being convicted at the Cambridge Assizes, before Baron Pollock, was sent back to serve the remainder of her sentence, The refusal of the Judge to inflict any further penalty, was most significant, and added very much to the general feeling that academic jurisdiction should be confined to members of the University. On Thursday the Vice Chancellor of Cambridge sentenced another girl to fortnight's imprisonment for having been in the company of an undergraduate. No such crime is known to the law of England, and if Daisy Hopkins had not been apprehended in a University town, she would be entitled to her discharge on a habeas corpus, even if she had not also right of action against the magistrate who committed her. The liberty of the subject is far too serious a matter to be left in the hands of Proctors and Heads. In the leading case of Kemp v. Neville it was held that a perfectly innocent woman imprisoned by the Vice-Chancellor's order had redress, because the Vice-Chancellor's Court had charter and statutory powers. On the famous indictment of Governor Eyre, Sir Alexander Cockburn ruled that martial law could not be applied to civilians, but only to officers of the army and navy. It seems rather absurd that a power denied to Courts Martial should granted to Courts Academical.
ACADEMICAL TYRANNY. Some time ago, the Evening News and Post says, the working of this extraordinary tribunal was brought into unpleasant prominence by a case heard at the Cambridge Assizes, in which girl similarly convicted and sentenced had escaped from confinement, and the Judge of Assizes was reluctantly compelled to send her back to complete her term of imprisonment. Such a tempest of popular indignation against the anomalous private tribunal was then aroused that it was hoped we had heard the last of Academical tyranny practised upon the townsfolk of Cambridge. But the agitation died out without securing any legislative curtailment of the Vice-Chancellor?s powers, and now that puny despot of a University has repeated his offence.
AN ATROCIOUS SCANDAL. On Friday evening the Star called for the abolition of the Spinning House, and, referring to the atrocious scandal, said Daisy Hopkins will have to be released from the black-hole of the Cambridge Spinning House without undergoing the fourteen days? imprisonment to which she was yesterday condemned. The sooner this atrocious scandal is brought to the notice of the Home Secretary, and the sooner he orders the girl?s enlargement the better it will be for the credit of the Vice-Chancellor of the University. For an example the reformed procedure at Spinning House trials, it is worse than the old secret trial scandals.
MEN AND WOMEN UNEQUALLY JUDGED. The Star on Saturday compared Daisy Hopkins with Lady Russell, and calls for something more than a protest: ""Now we have here two cases very different at first sight. They occupy the newspapers the same day. The Press is full them. Everybody reads and everybody talks of them. But that which lies at the bottom of them both is identical ""the unequal judgment to which men and women are subjected in moral matters. In the one case this results in unequal laws and unequal application of these laws; it crops up in such legal monstrosities the Court of the Vice- Chancellor at Cambridge.""
MR. FITZGERALD'S MEDDLE AND MESS. Monday the same paper says: The more the facts of the Cambridge Spinning House case come before the public the more atrocious does the whole procedure appear. The Vice-Chancellor's Court is evidently ignorant of the first principles of fair trial. It is power which must be swept away ruthlessly. We importuned the Government to sweep it away a year ago when a similar case occurred. But they paid no attention. Mr. Fitzgerald, the member for Cambridge, meddled in the matter, and made a mess of it. The Government took advantage of the negotiations, and let the thing drop. But now they will have to move, and abolish the whole scandalous anomaly, some member of the Liberal front bench will have to take the thing and carry through the repeal of the obnoxious University privileges.""
WHAT THE VICE-CHANCELLOR HAS DONE. The Vail Mall. Gazette thanks the Vice-Chancellor for the way in which has again brought the Spinning House scandal to the front. His manner of doing may open to some exception, but the force and cogency of it cannot for a moment questioned. . . . ""He has shown in the frankest possible fashion that the forms of judicial fairness adopted at Cambridge are pretence, and that the benevolent intentions of the proctors and their constables are a sham has reminded all once more that irresponsible und exceptional powers are certain to be abused, and that the system of special laws and special tribunals at the Universities unjust in practice it is indefensible in theory.""
A CLEARER NOTION WANTED. The, Daily Chronicle commenting on Tuesday?s proceedings remarks ""It may be hoped that this rule, which returnable on Friday, will lead to some clearer notion what is and what is not in the power of a Cambridge Vice-Chancellor in the supposed interests of undergraduate morality.""
A DISGRACE TO CIVILIZATION. Mr. W. F. Brown, London, says, in the Daily Chronicle, his blood boiled when He read the case. ""Now, sir, this is a disgrace to civilization, and must be remedied forthwith, and I ask you, through your powerful paper, to appeal to the Home Secretary for the immediate release of this girl. It reminds one of the poor Manipur Princes, who, through their mistaken notion of right and wrong (or shall say want of knowledge) and daring to protect themselves, suffered by losing their heads.""
THAT BOOK There points in the evidence of the Cambridge policeman in the Spinning House case which must be investigated further (remarks The Star). ""Is any use made of this book?"" asked the counsel, referring to the list of women which had been produced. ""Undoubtedly,"" replied the witness. Returns for Government are made out from this register."" What returns for Government? Who orders them, and what authority? Can it be that Mr. Matthews encourages the making of such registers. A question must be asked as soon as Parliament reassembles.
PECULIAR CONDITIONS OF VARSITY TOWNS. We have not the slightest intention of prejudging the question one way the other,"" comments the Standard of the application on Tuesday, ""but may be allowed to point out that the conditions of a University town are necessarily so peculiar that what might be no evidence at all in London would be strong presumptive evidence at Cambridge. Hardly a single human being practically acquainted with the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge, unless he belonged to that party whose aim it is to make authority of every kind odious, would dream of denying that some jurisdiction of this sort must be lodged with the Vice-Chancellor. It is absolutely necessary to prevent loose women from flaunting about the streets of the University towns as they do in London, and not less necessary the existence of some deterrent power calculated to influence young women who may be on the brink of temptation. Without the supervision which some Radicals so bitterly denounce, the streets of Oxford and Cambridge would be what the Haymarket and Regent-street now are, and the Proctors would find it impossible to exercise any effective control, unless all undergraduates were confined to College after dark.""
APPLICATION FOR HABEAS CORPUS IN LONDON. On Tuesday the case of Daisy Hopkins was taken before the Queen's Bench Division, London, Lord Coleridge and Mr. Justice A. L. Smith being on the Bench, on application of a habeas corpus against the Vice-Chancellor of Cambridge, who had sent her to prison, called the Spinning House, for keeping company with scholar of the University at night. One of the Judges at once referred to the first case of the kind, the ""Spinning House"" case years ago. In 1890 case arose in Cambridge, in which a young woman, a milliner and dressmaker, residing with her mother, who was a widow, in a street in Cambridge, and so far as appeared was, stated in the law report of the case (""Kemp v. Neville,"" 10 Com. Bench Reports, 531), person of irreproachable character. The Proctor having arrested the young woman, professedly under the powers of the charter of the University, as a loose and disorderly woman, the Vice Chancellor, being satisfied that she was so, sentenced her to imprisonment in the Spinning House. She brought an action against the Vice-Chancellor for false imprisonment, and he justified under the powers of the charter, to be found (as cited) in Cooper?s Annals of Cambridge, vol. 11., and which gave power to search for loose women and others suspected of evil, and so to deal with them as the young woman was in this case. The original Latin of the charter is;""Ad faciendum scrutinium, scrutationem, et inquisitionem villa Cantabrigie de et pro omnibus et publicis mulieribus pronubis, vagabondis, et aliis personis de malo suspectis, ad dictam villam,"" &c. The Vice-Chancellor justifying under the powers the charter, and the warrant being drawn up in accordance with it, the case, which was tried before Chief Justice Erie, was left to the Jury all the points deemed material. The Jury found that the Proctor had reasonable cause for suspicion, and, in respect of the hearing and examination of the girl, that the Vice-Chancellor had not made due inquiry into her character, and that the punishment was undeserved. Nevertheless the Court gave judgment in favour of the Vice-Chancellor, because, as the charter invested him with authority to punish by imprisonment or otherwise he should think fit, he became invested with judicial authority, and a judge of record, and entitled to all the protection attached by law to the judicial office. The facts in the present case are known to our readers, being reported in last week's Independent Press. The warrant was in these terms: To the Keeper of the Spinning House or House of Correction in the University and Town of Cambridge. Whereas Daisy Hopkins hath been apprehended by the Rev. Frederic Wallis, one of the pro-proctors of the said University, within the limit and jurisdiction thereof, and hath been this day brought before me and charged with walking with a member of the University in a certain public street of the town and suburbs of Cambridge, and within the precincts of the said University, which charge, as well upon the information of the said pro-proctor as upon the examination of the said Frederic Wallis, and after having heard what the said Frederic Wallis had to allege in her defence, I do adjudge to be true. These are, therefore, to require and command you to receive into your custody the said Daisy Hopkins, and her safely to keep in your said Spinning House for 14 days. Given under my hand and seal at Cambridge this third day of December, in the year of our Lord 1891. John Peile, Master of Christ's College, and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Cambridge. ""I do certify that the above a true copy the warrant by virtue of which Daisy Hopkins is detained in my custody, and that the said Daisy Hopkins is not detained for any other cause. Agnes Johnston, Keeper of the Spinning House."" Upon affidavits of the young woman and her solicitor- hers stating that she was advised, and believes that the commitment disclosed no offence against the common or statute law of the realm, or against the charters of the University, and that the proceedings before the Vice-Chancellor were irregular. Mr. Poland, Q.C. (with Dr. Cooper, instructed by Mr. A. J. Lyon), now moved on her behalf for rule directed to the Vice-Chancellor and also the keeper of the to show cause why a writ of habeas corpus should not issued to bring the young woman before the Court, and a writ of cettiorari to bring before them the warrant of commitment, in order that it might be quashed, with a view to her liberation and discharge from imprisonment, on the ground that she was in illegal custody and confinement. The warrant of commitment, he said, disclosed no offence whatever. It was merely for ""walking with a member of the University"". Lord Coleridge: Is it an offence against law or charter of the University for a young woman to walk with any member of the University? Mr. Poland : No, certainly not. It is no offence at all; it is not stated that she was of bad character or even ""suspected of evil."" It is not stated under what law or charter the, supposed offence was committed. But in a former case charter of Elizabeth was referred to, set out Cooper's ""Annals of Cambridge."" vol. 11. Mr. Justice A. L. -Smith. ""There was case some thirty years ago in which the charter was set out. Mr. Poland : Yes, ""Kemp v. Neville"" (10 C. B. Rep.). But the present case differs from that most material respects. In that case the warrant stated an offence against the charter - being in company with scholars the University for idle, disorderly, and immoral purposes, Ac. In this case the warrant states offence whatever ""merely"" walking with a member of the University, which is no offence at all. There may have been evidence of some offence, but none is stated in the warrant of commitment, and if there were any offence it should have been stated and formed. Mr. Justice A. L. Smith.""lt was stated that she said to Russell that he could go with her to her rooms. Mr. Poland : But the fact is not found by the Vice-Chancellor, nor is that the offence charged. Lord Coleridge observed that in Kemp v. Neville the decision of the Court went upon the ground that the Vice-Chancellor was Judge of Court of record.? Is there any other case in which that was held? Mr. Poland : ; that is the only authority. But it is submitted that as there is offence the prisoner is illegally committed and is entitled to the writs. Lord Coleridge: You may take rule nisi for writs of habeas corpus. Mr. Poland asked also for a rule of certiorari to bring up the proceedings of the Court, or it was Court ""the charge, the record, the conviction, &c."" that they may quashed, and documents touching the same. He should like seethe charge-sheet and the record of the convictions if there was any, and then they should see what the Vice-Chancellor did. It should remembered that there was no appeal from this Court?- if it was a Court - (laughter) - and no limit the term of imprisonment. There was unlimited punishment. (Laughter). He should like to see if the prison was legal prison. The Lord Chief Justice; Very well. Let the rule be returnable peremptorily on Friday."
"Daisy HOPKINS","11 Dec 1891","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: THE SPINNING HOUSE CASE. TO-DAY'S PROCEEDINGS. LEGAL ARGUMENTS IN LONDON. THE PRISONER WAS DISCHARGED. [Special Telegram]. The interest in the Spinning House Case has increased this week since the decision of Lord Coleridge to hear the application of habeus corpus to-day (Friday) was known, and the proceedings in the Law Courts have been anticipated with eagerness. The Lord Chief Justice and Justice A. L. Smith occupied the bench as a Divisional Court. The Attorney-General (Sir R. Webster), with .Mr. Cohen, Q.C., and Mr. Rawlinson appearing for the Vice-Chancellor (Dr. Peile, Master of Christ's College), to show cause against the rules for habeas corpus and certiorari to bring up Daisy Hopkins, that she might be discharged and the proceedings that they might be quashed. Mr. Poland, Q.C., and Dr. Cooper (instructed by Mr. A. J. Lyon) supported the rules. Their Lordships, whilst giving the Vice- Chancellor credit for the highest motives, and for performing his duty in this case thoroughly well, and in a perfectly legitimate and merciful manner, and whilst believing that the jurisdiction of the Vice-Chancellor over the moral discipline of the University ought to be maintained, were of opinion that the words in the charge against Hopkins disclosed no offence, and therefore gave no jurisdiction, and that no Court could give itself jurisdiction by adding to words a meaning which they did not contain. The rule, therefore, must go, and the prisoner be discharged. The Attorney-General said the Vice-Chancellor would obey the rule by discharging the prisoner at once, so as to save the expense of bringing her up."
"Daisy HOPKINS","20 Feb 1892","MANCHESTER COURIER & LANCASHIRE GENERAL ADVERTISER: ""DAISY HOPKINS."" BUT NOT DAISY HOPKINS. Reference to a case the Mansion House, on Wednesday, in which a young woman who gave the name of Daisy Hopkins, and described herself as a milliner, of 19, Gould-street, Cambridge, was sent to gaol for being drunk and disorderly in Gracechurch-street, and with having assaulted a police-constable in the execution of his duty, the solicitor acting in the case of Daisy Hopkins v. Wallis informed the Cambridge correspondent of the Press Association that Daisy Hopkins, the woman whose name was so prominently before the public recently in connection with the Spinning House case, has not been out of Cambridge this week, and that his clerk saw her at her home on Wednesday afternoon. ""I have inquired of the police,"" the correspondent says, ""and one of them tells me that he saw the veritable Daisy Hopkins in Cambridge on Tuesday evening, and one of the detectives says saw her at home yesterday (Wednesday) afternoon."""
"Martha Farrant HOW","13 Jul 1900","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: DEATHS: Culpin - July 9, at St Ives, Martha Farrant Culpin, aged 53"
"Emma HUCKLE","18 Sep 1953","BIGGLESWADE CHRONICLE: WILL. Mrs Emma Pates of 97 Potton Road, who died on May 5, intestate, aged 89 years, left £400. Letters of Administration have been granted to her son Herbert J Pates of the same address, one of the persons entitled to share in the estate."
"Mary Ann HUCKLE","22 Mar 1912","BEDFORDSHIRE TIMES & INDEPENDENT: The death of Mrs Geo. Pates, of Newton, took place after many weeks? suffering with internal cancer, on the 14th inst., aged 55 years. The funeral obsequies were held at the Cemetery on Tuesday, the Vicar officiating. The mourners were Mr Pates and his six sons and daughters, Mr Wm. Huckle, Mrs Charles Rowlett, Mrs W Tobyn, Mrs T Garner, Miss E Pates, Mrs S Pates, Mrs Jane Bygraves (sister-in-law), Mrs Milton (aunt), and Mrs Thompson."
"Hetty HUGHES","20 Sep 1889","THE MORNING POST: The marriage arranged between Mr Jellings Blow and Miss Hetty Hughes will take place on Saturday September 28, at Christ Church, Lancaster-gate, at half-past two."
"Hetty HUGHES","30 Sep 1889","THE MORNING POST: MARRIAGES:
BLOW?HUGHES.?On the 28th September, at Christ Church, Lancaster gate, by the Rev. E E. Body. M. A., vicar of Wonersh, Surrey, cousin of the bridegroom, assisted by the Rev. Dr Ker Gray, incumbent of Saint George's Chapel, Albemarle-street, Jellings, eldest son of Jellings Blow, of Oakdene, Croydon, to Hetty, second daughter of Henry Pearse Hughes, of 29, Pembridge-square."
"Hetty HUGHES","17 Jan 1891","THE SUNDAY MIRROR: BIRTHS: Blow
On the 5th inst., at Oakdene, Croydon, the wife of Jellings Blow, jun., of The Grange, Edenbridge, of a daughter."
"Ann HUNT","1 Oct 1818","THE SCOTS MAGAZINE: SHOCKING MURDERS AND SUICIDE.--A most melancholy circumstance occurred on the evening of the 10th in Southampton. Ann Staden, wife of Edward Staden, labourer, in the employ of Messrs Saunders, brewers, in fit of insanity, strangled her only two children, (both fine boys,) one seven years of age, and the other three, after which she hung herself on the cellar door. This tragical event has excited the deepest sympathy for the husband and father; who, on opening the front door of his house, was the first to discover his eldest child, Edward, a lifeless corpse the floor of the passage. Struck with horror and amazement, he flew upstairs, when, on turning down the bedclothes, he saw there his youngest child stretched out a corpse! Then, as a climax to the whole, his wife, hanging a corpse, in the cellar!"
"William Joseph JACKSON","2 Dec 1927","Biggleswade Chronicle: RETURN THANKS. Mr. W. Jackson and relatives desire to express their thanks for kind enquiries and sympathy shown to them in their bereavement; also for floral tributes sent Deepdale. Potton. "
"Annie JONES","18 Jun 1915","BIGGLESWADE CHRONICLE: DEATHS: PATES. On June 11th, at Biggleswade, Annie, wife of Arthur Pates, aged 35 years."
"Florence Gertrude JONES","5 Jul 1927","The Times Newspaper"
"Florence Gertrude JONES","8 Jul 1927","The Aberdeen Journal & others"
"Betty Elena JORDAN","18 Aug 1929","BIGGLESWADE CHRONICLE: WEDDING
A pretty wedding took place on the 23rd instant, at Southill Parish Church, between Mr Leslie F Wisson, son of Mr and Mrs F Wisson, of Potton, and Miss Betty Elena Jordan, eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs E Jordan, of Broom, the ceremony being performed by Canon Baker. The bride, who was given away by her father, wore a dress of fawn celanese crepe-de-chene, with hat, etc. to match, and carrie a bouquet of cream roses and gypsophila, the gift of the bridegroom. She was attended by two bridesmaids, Miss Irene Jordan, sister of the bridge, and Miss Clara Wisson, sister of the bridegroom, both wearing dainty frocks of pale green crepe-de-chene, and carrying bouquets of pink roses and gypsophila, the bridegroom?s gift. The duties of best man were undertaken by Mr F Chester. At the conclusion of the ceremony, a reception was held at the home of the bride?s parents. The happy couple had a hearty send off when they left for London, the bride going away in a voile dress, over which was worn a fawn coat, with hat to match. The wedding presents, numbering upwards of fifty, included a silver mounted cake stand, marmalade jar and sugar castor from the Potton Wesleyan Choir, and the wedding cake was the gift of the bridegroom?s mother.
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"Beatrice Diver KEMPTON","16 Nov 1894","CAMBRIDGE CHRONICLE & JOURNAL: THE SOUTHEND MURDER. The trial commenced on Monday, at Chelmsford, of James Canham Read, clerk, formerly at the Albert Docks, who was charged with murdering Florence Dennis at Southend on June 24.
The Solicitor General stated the case for the prosecution. He said Read had been acquainted with the deceased young woman for some time, and had met and corresponded with her. On Sunday evening, June 24, the prisoner met Florence, and walked with her in some fields. She did not return home that night, and the next morning her body was found under a hedge with a bullet in the brain. Read disappeared, and was only discovered some time later in a house at Mitcham, where he was living with auother young woman, not his wife, who resided at Stepney.
After the examination of several witnesses the trial was adjourned. On Tuesday, Miss Kempton, of Cambridge, was called, and stated that she had been a confectioner's assistant, and in October, 1892, she saw the prisoner at Gloucester-road Station, and they spoke, and he told her his name was Edgar Benson, of North-street, Poplar. From that time he wrote to her frequently, and she answered him. He told her he had a married sister, a Mrs. Parker, at Canterbury. The correspondence continued till December, 1892, and afterwards, in December, 1892, he said was going to live with a friend named Harry Edwards, at 324, Mile-end-road, who, he said, was living with his parents and his sister 'Flo'. He asked her to go there, but she never went. Early in 1893 he said Mr. and Mrs. Parker were coming to town. In March she introduced him to a Mr and Mrs. Hunter, of Kentish Town, and a Mr. and Mrs. Cox. She remembered meeting prisoner with a person whom he introduced as ""Mr. Harry Edwards."" (Harry Read, the prisoner's brother, was here brought in, and the witness identified him as 'Edwards'. The prisoner, she said, always passed under the name of 'Benson,' and addressed his brother as 'Edwards.' In May, 1893, she went to Cambridge to see her parents, and the prisoner accompanied her as ""Benson."" He was afterwards introduced as engaged to her and went back with her to London. After that an arrangement was made for her to go with him to Wimbledon, from Saturday to Sunday, and she went there and stayed with him. She left her situation in July. She and the prisoner went to Hallingbury and stayed there as 'Mr. and Mrs. Benson.' He told her then that the Edwards's were not at Sheerness, but said he would have letters sent on to her from there, so that her parents should still think she was there, and she wrote letters to them dated from High Street, Sheerness, which she gave him to post. She wrote also at his direction as staying at a Mr. Johnson's, 29, Clapham Park Road, though in fact she know no one of that name or address. Her parents lived at Cambridge, and the prisoner took her there. She had no idea that he was married. He represented that he was a traveller. In December, 1893, she went to Hallingbury. The prisoner told her to tell her parents that she had gone to Ryde as companion to a lady, and she did so, and was supposed to be so engaged. Afterwards she went to Rose-cottage, Mitcham. While she was at Hallingbury he showed her a revolver which he carried. In February, 1894, he wrote a letter to her in which he said;'We have acted a drama in real life by which our only audience even ourselves almosthave been deceived; the slightest mistake would have been fatal, '&c. During this time he used to come down to see her every Saturday and stay till Monday morning. He gave her a pretended marriage certificate which she now knew not to be genuine. It was in bis handwriting. It purported to be a certificate of marriage at St Stephen?s, Kensington, dated March 19, 1893. between Beatrice Kempton and Edgar Benson, in the presence of Harry Edwards and Emily Johnson, signed 'J. P. Waldo, vicar.' On three Sundays, she stated, the prisoner did not come down to see her, and sent excuses for not coming. One was the Sunday, June 21, the fatal day. He continued to live with her at Rose-cottage until he was arrested, the letters she had were seized by the police. On Wednesday, the evidence of the prisoner's brother, of the police who apprehended Read,and of several experts in writing, concluded the case for the prosecution. Mr. Cock, for the defence, said he had no witnesses to call. His speech for the prisoner dwelt mainly upon the perjuries which Mrs. Ayriss had admitted having committed; and he suggested that the deceased woman was acting as a shield between Mrs. Ayriss and her husband. The Solicitor General replied for the Crown. Yesterday (Thursday), the Solicitor-General concluded his reply for the Crown. The learned Judge then summed up. reviewing the evidence at length, and pointing out that the witnesses who had seen the prisoner with the deceased on the night of the murder were, beyond a doubt, honest and independent. After half an hour?s deliberation, the Jury found the prisoner guilty. The prisoner, being called on to say why judgment should not passed upon him, asserted that was perfectly innocent of the charge; that it was two years since he had seen Florence Dennis; that he had never fired a revolver in his life: and that at the time the murder was committed he was as nearly as possible 50 miles from the spot.
Sentence of death was then passed in the usual form."
"Beatrice Diver KEMPTON","20 Nov 1894","EAST ANGLIAN DAILY TIMES: One of the saddest sequels to the Southend murder trial is the death of the father of Miss Kempton, the Cambridge young lady with whom, it will be remembered, Read lived in the name of Benson, at Rose Cottage, Mitcham. Miss Kempton had, during the interval between the committal of Read and the trial, spent most of her time at home, and was present at the death of her father. There can be little doubt that the tremendous anxiety following the expose contributed somewhat to this mournful event."
"Benjamin Robert KEMPTON","15 Sep 1905","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: CAMBRIDGE MAN WRONGLY ARRESTED. CHARGED WITH THE OXFORDSHIRE MURDER. The expectation that the police had at last made an important capture in connection with the murder of Frank Allwood by the roadside at Tackley, Oxfordshire, about 12 months ago, has not been realised. On Saturday the police arrested Benjamin Kempton, of Cathcart-street, Kentish Town. When the charge was read to him, Kempton said, ""You've made a big mistake this time. I have never been in Oxfordshire in my life."" When told he would be taken to Oxford, he replied, ""All right, I can prove that I was in Cambridge with my father and mother at the time of the murder."" This statement was communicated to the Cambridge police, and, on inquiry, was found to be quite correct. On Saturday evening Kempton was brought before Mr J White, an Oxford County Magistrate, and discharged. We understand that Kempton only left Cambridge in January of this year, and that he has since been working in London. It is stated that he means to make a claim for wrongful arrest."
"Bessie Helena KEMPTON","20 Aug 1870","CAMBRIDGE CHRONICLE & JOURNAL: DEATHS: August 14, at 25, Jesus-lane, Bessie Helena, daughter of Mr Green Kempton, aged 5 years and 10 months."
"Castledine KEMPTON","27 May 1865","KENTISH CHRONICLE: DEATHS: CANTERBURY-May 21, in Broad-street, Mr Castle Kempton, aged 68, formerly a lay-clerk of Canterbury Cathedral."
"Charles KEMPTON","16 Sep 1848","CAMBRIDGE CHRONICLE & JOURNAL: ELY (before the Very Rev. the Dean): Joshua Hall & Charles Kempton, labourers, of Ely Trinity, were fined 5s each for being drunk and incapable of taking care of themselves."
"Charles Henry KEMPTON","24 May 1910","THE ADELAIDE ADVERTISER: THROWN FROM HIS HORSE. Sydney, May 23; Charles Kempton, a young man, was thrown from his horse on Red Range-road, Glen Innes, yesterday, and sustained a fracture of the skull. There is little hope of his recovery. "
"Charles Henry KEMPTON","25 May 1910","SYDNEY MORNING HERALD: FALL FROM A HORSE. GLEN INNES, Tuesday. Charles Kempton, 20, living at Red Range was riding a horse along Shannonvale road on Sunday morning when a calf ran from the roadside between the cantering horse's legs. The horse turned a somersault and Kempton was picked up unconscious. He was taken to the hospital, with the base of his skull fractured. He died last night without regaining consciousness. "
"Charles Henry KEMPTON","26 May 1910","BROKEN HILL BARRIER MINER: Charles Kempton, a young man, was thrown from his horse on Red Range Road, Glen Innes (Sydney), and sustained a fracture of the skull. There is little hope of his recovery."
"David Rushby KEMPTON","4 Dec 1866","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: DEATHS: KEMPTON. Nov. 30, at Corn Exchange-street, Cambridge, David, the youngest son of Mr John Blythe Kempton, late of King's choir, Cambridge"
"Dennis Arthur KEMPTON","3 Nov 1921","SYDNEY MORNING HERALD: KEMPTON: The friends of the late Denis Arthur Kempton, late of Sydney Hospital, are invited to attend his funeral, which will leave Central Station THIS (Thursday) AFTERNOON, at 2 o'clock for Church of England Cemetery, Woonora."
"Elizabeth KEMPTON","29 Nov 1851","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: Ely - Concert - We understand that on Thursday evening next, a concert of vocal and instrumental music will be held at the Shire-hall, Ely, for the benefit of Mrs Macrow, widow of R Macrow, one of the lay clerks of Ely cathedral. Under the circumstances, we have no doubt but that the hall will be crowded; espcially as several eminent artistes are engaged, and others have liberally volunteered their services. Among others, Professor Walmisley, and the Cambridge Choirs; Messrs. Well and Large, of Cambridge; and Miss Taylor, of the Royal Academy, will be one of the vocalists."
"Elizabeth KEMPTON","6 Dec 1851","CAMBRIDGE CHRONICLE: We are glad to be able state that the concert on Thursday last, in the Shire Hall, was exceedingly well attended; and many of the clergy and gentry who were prevented by engagements and other circumstances took tickets. It is a matter of much satisfaction to know this, as the proceeds of the concert will go to assist the widow of the late Mr. R. Macrow and her family. Mr. Macrow was one of the lay-clerks of the Cathedral, and was cut off in the spring of life. Professor Walmisley, of Cambridge, kindly volunteered his services to preside at the piano-forte, and a splendid treat it was to hear him; his power of execution and taste were exquisite. Miss Taylor, from the Royal Academy of music; Mr. Wells, on the flute; and Mr. Large, with the cornet-a-piston,delighted the audience. Messrs. Cooper, Millar, Machin, Jackman, Barraclough, Eastes, and even the boys performed their respective parts most admirably, and elicited repeated plaudits. We never remember a concert of the same high caste before at Ely, and a full house fully appreciated a treat in every respect well-arranged, and performed in a masterly way."
"Elizabeth Frances KEMPTON","30 Sep 1993","ELY STANDARD: Deaths: KEMPTON
On Sunday September 19th 1993 suddenly at home in Ely, Elizabeth Frances (Betty) on her 89th birthday. Loving daughter of the late William & Peggy Kempton, a kind friend to many who will miss her. Funeral service in Ely Cathedral on Friday October 1st at 1:30 pm followed by interment. Family flowers only please but donations, if desired, to the Friends of Ely Cathedral, The Chapter House, The College, Ely CB7 4DN."
"Elizabeth Frances KEMPTON","30 Sep 1993","ELY STANDARD: Obituaries: Former proprietor of Kempton Ladies' Fashions, Elizabeth (Betty) Kempton of Downham Road, Ely died last week on her 89th Birthday. But Mrs Kempton was known nationwide to a generation of theatregoers after training for the stage in London and then touring the country with Sir Frank Benson's Shakespearean Touring Company.
When she was 21 she appeared in a musical at the Opera House in Tunbridge Wells before starring in Lady Windermere's Fan in London and the musical Sally at the Winter Gardens Theatre and in the subsequent National tour. But family loyalties called and in the early 1940s she returned to Ely to take over her parents' long-established business. But she kept her acting interests alive as a stalwart member of Ely Dramatic Society.
The Kempton family have had connections with the Cathedral since 1729 when Thomas Kempton became Cathedral organist and held the post for 33 years. Betty attended the Cathedral regularly and was a Friend of the Cathedral. She was a keen bridge player and also loved playing Scrabble.
She was a very knowledgeable gardener, which she loved, and enjoyed travel immensely, especially cruising to the West Indies on a Geest Banana Boat each year for many years. She also cruised to South Africa, Norway and Canada and maintained her waterborne enjoyment locally as an active member of Ely Sailing club, only giving up when she had to ask other members to help her.
A very independent, gracious lady, she will be missed by many people but, thankfully, she had really enjoyed her long retirement. A service will be held on Friday in the Cathedral at 1:30 pm."
"Frederick KEMPTON","2 Aug 1907","SHEPTON MALLET JOURNAL: DEATHS - July 25, at Paul Street, Shepton Mallet, Frederick Kempton, aged 70."
"Frederick Isaac KEMPTON","17 Jul 1918","CAMBRIDGE DAILY NEWS: THE LATE MR F I KEMPTON. Funeral at Mill Road Cemetery. The funeral of Mr Frederick Isaac Kempton, of 2, Willow-walk, Cambridge, took place at Mill-road Cemetery on Saturday, in the presence of a large assembly of friends. The Rev. Hawtrey May officiate, and the mourners were: Messrs B Kempton, F Kempton and H Kempton (sons), Miss K Kempton, Mrs Jenkins, Mrs Markley, Mrs White and Mrs Rooks (daughters), Mrs E Kempton and Mrs H Kempton (daughters-in-law), Miss Nellie Kempton and Nancy Rookes (granddaughters), Messrs W and G Kempton (brothers), Mrs Miller (sister), Mrs G Kempton (sister-in-law), Mr and Mrs G Jaggard (brother and sister-in-law). The eldest son, Frederick, in America, and another son, Robert Henry (on active service in France) were unable to attend the funeral. The wreaths bore the following inscriptions:--In loving memory of our dear dad, from sorrowing wife and children, Kitty, Robert, Harry, Ben; In loving memory, from Beatie and Will; From Lal and Ted ""Absent, but not forgotten""; In loving remembrance of dear dad, from Alf and Alice; With deepest sympathy and loving memory of our dead dad, from Ern, Floss and children; To our dear father, in fond memory, from your loving son and daughter, Charlie, Lucy and Nancy ""Rest in peace""; In loving memory, from Alf and Alice; In loving memory, from Ethel and children; With deepest sympathy, from an old pal; With deepest sympathy, from Mrs Radford and family ""After the cross the crown""; With sincere sympathy, from Mrs G Webster. The coffin was of polished elm, with brass fittings, and on the breastplate was the inscription: ""Frederick Isaac Kempton, died July 7th, 1918, aged 68 years."" Mrs Kempton and family wish to thank all kind friends for sympathy in their sad bereavement."
"Frederick William Wawman KEMPTON","23 Oct 1937","YARMOUTH INDEPENDENT: MR. F. W. W. KEMPTON. Mr. Frederick W. W. Kempton, M.A. (Cantab), solicitor, son of Mr. and Mrs. PercyW. Kempton. of Holly Lodge, Hailsham,Sussex. has been appointed Deputy Town Clerk of the City of Winchester, Hampshire. Mr. Kempton, who graduated at Cambridge University, where he took a Law Tripos, served his articles with his father, who practises at Eastboume and Hailsham. and with Mr. D. W. Jackson, solicitor and Town Clerk of the Borough of Hastings, qualifying in October, 1934. He has held the positions of assistant solicitor to the Borough of Hastings and the recently enlarged Borough of Twickenham. Middlesex, and takes up his new appointment on November 23rd. "
"George KEMPTON","11 Jan 1845","CAMBRIDGE CHRONICLE: Inquest. On Monday last an inquest was held at Ely, before Wm. Marshall, gentleman, coroner for the Isle of Ely, on the body of George Kempton, aged 45, many years a dissolute character, who, on Sunday morning last, about a quarter before one o'clock, left the Lamb Inn, and was seen by Elizabeth Onion going down Market-street in a state of intoxication. About quarter-past seven he was found by John Blinch on his face, close by the edge of the water side, his legs lying from the quay, and the upper part of his body and his head not being covered with water. On turning him over they found him quite dead, with a severe bruise over the left eye and on the nose, supposed to have been received by deceased slipping off the quay. Verdict, 'found dead'. It is said deceased had not been in a bed for more than ten years, and was no doubt going to sleep on board of Mr. Onion's lighters, he having slept there a short time before."
"George KEMPTON","11 Feb 1881","STAMFORD MERCURY: DEATHS: ELY. Feb 1 - Kempton George, 62."
"Gertrude KEMPTON","22 Oct 1881","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: DEATHS: Kempton - October 10, at Rotherhithe, Gertrude, daughter of John Kempton, formerly of Ely, aged 15."
"Hendrie Ord KEMPTON","4 Jun 1896","LIVERPOOL MERCURY: DEATHS: KEMPTON - May 29, at 105, Bedford-street South, Hendrie Ord (Ordrie), youngest and beloved son of William John and Margaret Kempton."
"Henry KEMPTON","11 Aug 1866","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: Mr. E. Cross appeared on the part of defendant. Henry Kempton, baker, Ely Trinity, charged with assault on Wm. B. Snell, of the same place, carpenter, the 3rd inst. Settled out of court on defendant paying 11s. 6d. costs."
"Henry KEMPTON","21 Oct 1904","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: THE LATE MR. H. KEMPTON. Funeral at Ely. The funeral of the late Mr. Henry Kempton, of High-street, Ely, took place at Ely Cemetery on Saturday afternoon. The body was brought from London by the train due into Ely at 1.56 p.m., in a coffin of polished oak, with brass furniture, and bearing the following inscription: ""Henry Kempton, died 12th October, 1904, aged 68 years."" At the station the coffin, covered with beautiful wreaths, was placed on a hand bier, and conveyed by way of Back-hill to the house in High-street, where the funeral procession was formed. The flags at the Liberal and Conservative Clubs were hoisted half-mast, and at most of the premises in High-street the shutters were shut up or blinds drawn. At the gates of the cemetery the procession was met by members of the St. Audrey (Ely) Lodge of Freemasons with which the deceased had been connected, all of whom, according to custom, wore white gloves, and at the close threw sprays of acacia into the grave. At the head of the Freemasons was Brother J. C. Laxton, the retiring Worshipful Master, followed by the Senior and Junior Wardens, the Past Masters, and the brethren. Their company included: Brothers J. S. Barnett (the newly-elected W.M), J. M. Harvey, J. Read, C. Laceby, Captain Smith, Captain A. Hills. J. A. Gardiner, H. Bragg, A. Burton. S. Allen, T. Runciman, J. Graven, J. L. George, W. Hawkes, A D. Pledger, E. Jennings, J. Matthews, senior, Sergeant-Major White, Colour-Sergeant Harper, and Sergeant- Instructor Lewis. The Rev. J. Ellis Turner (Vicar of Holy Trinity) officiated. The chief mourners were: Mrs. H. Kempton (widow), Messrs. Albert Edward, Ernest, Charles, and Walter Kempton (sons), Mrs. George, Mrs. H. Granger, and Miss Lily Kempton (daughters), Messrs. William, Charles, Thomas and Alfred Kempton (brother), Messrs. W. S. Kempton, William Sydal and Humphrey, of King's Lynn (nephews), Mr. Harry Granger (son-in-law). Mrs. A. E. Kempton (daughter-in-law). Mr. Ben George (son-in-law), and Mr. William Pope, Downham Market. There was a large and sympathetic crowd at the graveside. Representing the public bodies with which deceased had been connected were: Messrs. T. B. Granger, J L. George, Theobald. J- C. Laxton, J. Graven, and W. P. Snell. The City of Ely Sports Committee and the Conservative Club were also represented, among others in attendance being: Messrs. G. H King, J. Cutlack, E. Dingle, J. Creak, J. Hitch, 6. Ashby, J. J. Barwick, J. M. Evans, W. F. Wilkinson, C. H. Briggs, and L. G. Youngs. The wreaths which were conveyed to the graveside in an open landau, numbered upwards of forty, and included tributes from the Ely Lodge of Freemasons, the Ely Conservative Club, and the City of Ely Sports Committee. Mr. J. M. Harvey, of High-street, carried out the funeral arrangements."
"Herbert Henry KEMPTON","11 Oct 1946","ELY STANDARD: Death of Mr H. H. Kempton. Well-known trader and sportsman. His many friends heard with deep regret of the death at his home early on Tuesday morning of Mr Herbert Henry Kempton, the well-known greengrocer and fruiterer, of 1 Market Street Ely. He was 74 and although he had been ailing for some time, he was in his shop as usual on Saturday and was up on Monday, although he went to bed in the afternoon. He died at 3 am on Tuesday.
A widow and two sons, Mr Francis Henry Kempton, who was in the business with his father, and Mr Herbert William Kempton of Harrow, are left and to them deep sympathy is extended. With the passing of Mr Kempton, Ely loses a member of one of its oldest and best known families; one that has been associated with the City for generations. The Market Street business has been in the family for 100 years and Mr Kempton took it over on the death of his father, the late Mr William Kempton, about 40 years ago."
"Herbert Henry KEMPTON","18 Oct 1946","CAMBRIDGESHIRE TIMES: THE LATE MR H.H.KEMPTON
Many sympathisers at Ely Funeral
The Dean of Ely (Very Rev. D.K. Blackburne, M.A.) officiated at the largely-attended funeral service at Ely Cemetery, on Friday, of the late Mr H.H. Kempton, the well-known Ely tradesman, whose death was reported last week. The mass of beautiful flowers paid fitting tribute to the esteem in which the late Mr Kempton was held.
The principal mourners were: Mr Herbert Kempton and Mr Francis Kempton, , sons; Mr Wm Kempton, brother; Mrs H Long, sister; Mrs B Kempton, daughter-in-law; Mrs W B Kempton, sister-in-law; Mr W T Kempton, Mr D F S Long and Miss E Kempton, nephews and nieces; Mrs W T Kempton; Mrs Elsie Render; and Mr and Mrs P L Register.
(Many other people, including Mr H Culpin)....
Relatives unable to attend were: the widow; Mr and Mrs A Hammence (brother-in-law and sister); Mrs H W Kempton (daughter-in-law); Michael Kempton (grandson); Mr P Haddem, Mrs Golding and Mrs Waterson (brother-in-law and sisters-in-law).
(Lists floral tributes.....)"
"John KEMPTON","8 Jan 1859","CAMBRIDGE CHRONICLE & JOURNAL: QUARTER SESSIONS; William Kempton Few, 18, an apprentice to John Kempton, baker, Ely, pleaded guilty to a charge of embezzling the sum of 1s 6d, the property of his master. Mr Naylor, on behalf of the prosecution, made application for the cancelling of the apprentice indentures, which the court ordered to be done, and sentenced the prisoner to three months' hard labour at Wisbech. "
"John KEMPTON","23 Jul 1859","CAMBRIDGE CHRONICLE & JOURNAL: William Kempton Few, Ely Trinity, baker, was charged with using threatening language towards Mr. John Kempton, on the 17th day of April. Ordered to find two sureties in 10/ each, and himself in 20/., for three months: in default, locked up."
"John KEMPTON","24 Apr 1879","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: DEATHS: Kempton - April 24, at Rotherhithe, John Kempton, formerly of Ely, aged 61."
"John KEMPTON","2 May 1879","CAMBRIDGESHIRE TIMES: DEATHS: Kempton - At Ely, April 29th, John Kempton, aged 61 years. "
"John KEMPTON","3 May 1879","CAMBRIDGE CHRONICLE: DEATHS: April 28, at Rotherhithe, John Kempton, formerly of Ely, aged 61. "
"John KEMPTON","3 May 1879","CAMBRIDGE EXPRESS: DEATHS: Kempton - April 16, at Southwark-park, London, John Kempton, late of Ely, aged 61 years. "
"John KEMPTON","9 May 1879","CAMBRIDGESHIRE TIMES: DIED: At Rotherhithe, on the 29th ult., John Kempton, formerly of Ely, aged 61 years."
"Margaret KEMPTON","7 Feb 1844","BURY & NORWICH POST: CAMBRIDGE, Feb 5; Died: Same day (28th ult), Mrs Kempton, wife of Mr Wm Kempton, gardener, of Ely. The deceased had been ill some short time, was taken worse, and died in her chair."
"Margaret Mendham KEMPTON","7 Oct 1886","LIVERPOOL MERCURY: DEATHS. KEMPTON - Oct. 5, at 161 Grove-street, aged 17 years, Margaret Mendham (Mendie), eldest child of William John and Margaret Kempton."
"Maria Mendham KEMPTON","13 May 1854","LONDON STANDARD: BIRTHS: On the 10th inst., at North Audley-street, Grosvenor-square, the wife of Dr. Charles Steggall, of a son"
"Maria Mendham KEMPTON","24 Aug 1855","LONDON STANDARD: BIRTHS: On the 23d inst., in Fulham-place, Maida Hill West, wife of Dr. Charles Steggall, of a daughter, stillborn"
"Maria Mendham KEMPTON","18 Aug 1857","LONDON STANDARD: DIED: STEGGALL - On the 14th inst., Maria Mendham, the wife of Dr Charles Steggall, of Fulham-place, Maida-hill West, and North Audley-street, Grosvenor-square"
"Maria Mendham KEMPTON","17 Aug 1931","THE TIMES: Deaths: On August 10th 1931 at 79 St Martin's Lane, Maria Mendham, wife of the late F R Pratti; Service St Ann's, Soho, 10.15, commital St Mary's Harrow Road 11.30pm Wednesday 19th August. Continental papers please copy. Friends please accept this, the only intimation."
"Maria Mendham KEMPTON","10 Aug 1935","THE TIMES: In Memoriam. PRATTI: In dearest memory of father and mother, Francesco Ruggero and Maria Mendham PRATTI, July 24th 1916 and August 10th 1931. Louis, Rosina, Jack."
"Mary KEMPTON","23 May 1838","BURY & NORWICH POST: DIED: On Tuesday last, in her 93rd year, Mrs M Kempton, aunt of Mr John Kempton, of this town."
"Mary Ann Kate KEMPTON","29 Jan 1859","CAMBRIDGE CHRONICLE & JOURNAL: January 26, of consumption, aged 8 years. Mary Ann Kate, the beloved daughter of Mr. Green Kempton. Jesus lane."
"Mary Eliza KEMPTON","24 Aug 1917","ELY STANDARD: Deaths: Morris At Ely, August 16th, Mary Eliza Morris, Fore Hill, aged 62 years. "
"Mary Eliza KEMPTON","24 Aug 1917","ELY STANDARD: Acknowledgements: Morris - Mr Morris and family (Ely) wish to return thanks for all kind sympathy in their trouble."
"Robert Bayes KEMPTON","12 Jul 1862","CAMBRIDGE CHRONICLE & JOURNAL: FATAL ACCIDENT We are sorry to announce that Robert Kempton, son of Mr John Kempton, of Fore-hill, Ely, belonging to HMS Orlando, at anchor in Grassy Bay, Bermudas, while in the act of crossing the mast head, lost his hold and fell into the chains, and from thence into the sea. Three of the crew jumped overboard and brought him to the surface, quite dead from injuries received in his fall. He was buried the following day, in the cemetery, and a monument has been erected over his remains by his sorrowful shipmates. The accident occurred on the 6th ult., and the unfortunate youth was only in his 16th year. "
"Robert Bayes KEMPTON","15 July 1862","BURY & NORWICH POST: DIED: On the 3rd ult., on board HMS Orlando, at the Bermudas, having accidentally fallen from the mast head, Robert Baise Kempton, son of Mr John Kempton, confectioner, Ely."
"Samuel KEMPTON","30 Jan 1805","BURY & NORWICH POST: Cambridge, Jan. 28: Wednesday last died, aged 66, Mr Samuel Kempton, grocer, of Ely."
"Samuel KEMPTON","2 Feb 1805","NORFOLK CHRONICLE: DIED: Aged 66, Mr Samuel Kempton, grocer, of Ely."
"Sterndale Gibbons Puleston KEMPTON","14 Jun 1899","LIVERPOOL MERCURY: DEATHS. KEMPTON - June 13, at 105, Bedford-street S., aged 23, Sterndale Gibbons Puleston, the fourth son of William J. and Margaret Kempton. Funeral at Smithdown-road Cemetery, twelve o'clock, on Saturday"
"Thomas KEMPTON","25 Jun 1859","CAMBRIDGE CHRONICLE & JOURNAL: DEATHS: June 20, in London, of apoplexy, Mr Thomas Kempton, many years one of the lay clerks of Ely Cathedral."
"Thomas KEMPTON","8 Mar 1890","DERBY MERCURY AND THE DERBYSHIRE TIMES & CHESTERFIELD HERALD: DEATHS: Kempton - Feb. 25th, at 7, Granville-terrace, Stone, Staffordshire, Thomas Kempton, aged 31 years (sic)."
"Thomas KEMPTON","24 Jan 1925","HERTS ADVERTISER: DEATHS: KEMPTON. On Thursday, January 8th, Thomas Kempton, Senior Vicar Choral St Paul's Cathedral, formerly of Ely Cathedral and Trinity College, Cambridge, nephew of the late Thomas Kempton, MA, of Ware and father of Mrs H P Denny, of Radlett. Cremated at Golders Green on January 13th."
"William KEMPTON","24 May 1834","HUNTINGDON, BEDFORD & PETERBOROUGH GAZETTE: DIED: On Sunday last, at Ely, after a short illness, in the 77th year of his age, Mr William Kempton, tailor, of Gaol-street."
"William KEMPTON","9 Feb 1842","BURY & NORWICH POST: On Wednesday last, at Ely, aged 35, James Prior a shoemaker, leaving a wife and four children. This poor fellow's death was accelerated by a singular circumstance. It appears that he some time since made or mended a pair of shoes for Mr. William Kempton, lay clerk of Ely Cathedral, a corpulent man; that through the shoes being too tight, or a small nail perforating the sole, Mr. Kempton was lamed, mortification ensued, and his life was in danger. Having been informed that this was owing to him, it produced such an effect, that he became at first melancholy, then raving mad; when death at last put a period to his sufferings. -- Camb. Ind. Press."
"William KEMPTON","8 Jun 1842","BURY & NORWICH POST: DIED: This day (Monday), Mr William Kempton, baker, of Ely, a most respectable inhabitant of the city, and one of the Lay Clerks of the Cathedral. He was considered one of the best bass singers in the city, and was engaged at the Cambridge Commencements."
"William KEMPTON","22 Mar 1854","BURY & NORWICH POST: DIED: On the 15th inst., aged 37, Mr William Kempton, cabinet-maker, son of the late Mr John Kempton , formerly lay-clerk of King's College, Cambridge."
"William KEMPTON","26 Mar 1856","BURY & NORWICH POST: CAMBRIDGE - DIED: On the 8th inst., at Ely, aged 21, William, second son of Mr Thomas Kempton, lay clerk of Ely Cathedral."
"William John KEMPTON","7 Apr 1866","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: Littleport - Appointment of Organist - From the ""Musical Times"" of this month, we see, amongst the names of organists appointed, that Mr William J Kempton, son of Mr John Kempton, of Ely, has been appointed organist to the episcopal church of Mold, Flintshire. "
"William John KEMPTON","6 Aug 1870","CHESHIRE OBSERVER: TO THE EDITOR OF THE OBSERVER. Sir, I wish, with your kind permission, to make a few remarks concerning the article in your last Saturday's issue, referring to a meeting held at the New Savings' Bank for the purpose of considering the state of the singing in Mold Church. Your article represents that ""the organist and leader (?) of the choir apparently takes no interest in the singing."" I beg to say that it is so far being nearly correct, for the power of doing things properly, and as I used to do, has been quite taken from me; the Vicar has not attended the rehearsals for months, except to pay the choir, which he did without in any way consulting me; good voices have been dismissed (not without cause) and their places have not been filled up. As to the statement that those "" hymn tunes "" and ""chants "" have been selected which the congregation did not know, and could not join in, all I can say is I am sorry for those members of the congregation who do not know ""chants"" and ""hymn tunes"" which had been in constant use in Mold Church long before I was appointed organist and up to the present time, and I positively assert that no others have been introduced by me. I am fully aware that the ""songs of praise"" are set to Cathedral music (or what do our Cathedral choirs sing at the daily services); but that is no reason why we should attempt to sing them at Mold Church, and I emphatically declare that I have not introduced any but the most congregational compositions extant, with the sole exception of a ""Magnificat and ""Nunc Dimittis,"" which we have had only seldom, and then not without they have been carefully worked up, and afterwards creditably sung and pleasurably listened to by those who are not the unfortunate possessors of such a sensitive musical ear as that possessed by, I presume, the writer of the article to which I allude. I must say he has been either most grossly misinformed or that he is entirely ignorant as to the true state of affairs.
If the bad singing is owing to the inefficient training given by me to the choir, why make all this stir about forming a new choir; for surely my successor (who will, no doubt, be all that is wonderful for a time) should be able to make the present choir all that is desired. I am leaving Mold shortly, having secured a better appointment, without having asked for or needed a reference from the ""Vicar of Mold,"" under whose kind and gentle sway I have been for more than four years.
I will not trouble you further, trusting to your sense of justice to allow the public to hear both sides of the question.
l am, Sir, yours faithfully, William John Kempton, Organist of Mold Church. August 3rd 1870. "
"William John KEMPTON","20 Jan 1880","BELFAST MORNING NEWS: MR. WM. J. KEMPTON (Late of Ely Cathedral) WILL RESUME HIS SINGING, PIANOFORTE, Organ,and Theory Lessons on MONDAY, January 12th, at 90, DONEGALL STREET, and his residence, CONNSBROOK TERRACE, SYDENHAM."
"Sophia KINGTON","11 May 1844","CAMBRIDGE CHRONICLE & JOURNAL:DEATHS - At St Ives, on Friday last, May 3rd, Sophia, wife of Mr Charles Culpin, aged 32 years."
"Edward LANGFORD","8 Dec 1893","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: DEATHS: LANGFORD-December 7, at Ely, Edward Langford, aged 83"
"George Ebenezer LANGFORD","8 Dec 1916","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: DEATHS: LANGFORD. 6th December, at Stretham, George Ebenezer Langford, aged 26 years."
"Isaac LANGFORD","17 Jul 1896","ELY WEEKLY GUARDIAN: A BRUTAL FATHER. Isaac Langford, labourer, of Stretham, was charged with systematically illtreating and neglecting his little girl Kate, aged 6, on the 3rd to the 13th June and other days.
Inspector E Walker, of the NSPCC, instructed Mr H G S Ellis, barrister, of Cambridge, who stated the case as follows:- On this occasion the defendant came home the worse for drink, between 6 and 7, and the children, who had just finished their tea, were going to bed. For no reason whatever the defendant took off his strap, which had a buckle at the end, and beat the poor little thing with it, inflicting bruises and cuts on the back and thigh. The neighbours heard the child screaming, and crying out ""O, don't, father"" and the next morning, on examining the child, it was found that the buckle had cut two pieces out of its leg.
He called Lilian, aged 13 years, who said she had an older sister, aged 18, who was now in domestic service, and there was also Freeman aged 9, Kate aged 6 and Benny 5. The witness said her mother died last December. Her oldest sister had left the house because her father illtreated them so last February, and she cooked and kept the house going since then. Her father was often drunk, and on this occasion he was drunk, and beat Katie, who had nothing on but her chemise, with his strap, which had a buckle on. On the 26th March last they all ran away because their father said he would kill them. They actually walked to Ely to their aunt, who lives there, and afterwards went into the Workhouse for a few days. Their father came and fetched them out. On Monday her father threatened to lock her up if she came to Ely to speak against him. Only that morning she and her sister Katie could have had a ride to Ely, but their father made them walk.
Agnes Wolfe, married woman and neighbour, said on the 18th she heard screams from little Kate, and heard her cry out ""Don't, father"" three times. She saw the child's back; it had three weals on it, and two pieces cut out of the thigh. Defendant was drunk that night, and was often so. The house was in a filthy state, and often there was not sufficient to eat. She had often given the children food.
Millicent Parson, another neighbour, corroborated, and said on the 15th inst. she examined Katie and found her covered with vermin, bruises on her body, and two cuts on the thigh. She had supplied the children with both food and clothing. The doctor had made an order for 2s a week to clean the house, but no one would do it. Clara Sadler also corroborated.
PC Fuller said on speaking to the defendant about it, he said the witness had no right to enter the house; they were his children and he would do what he liked with them.
Defendant said the witness had not spoke the truth; he denied the charges. The policeman and the witnesses all had their ""knives"" in him, and now they thought they had a chance.
The Chairman described the defendant's conduct as most brutal and heartless, and sentenced him to six weeks' hard labour.
This is the first case in this vicinity brought by the NSPCC."
"Isaac LANGFORD","28 Oct 1898","ELY GAZETTE: STRETHAM: A CHILD DESERTER SENT TO PRISON. Isaac Langford, labourer, Stretham, was charged on remand before the Ely bench yesterday with running away and leaving his three children to become chargeable to the Ely Union. Prisoner pleaded that he left them in the care of his sister. Mr H B Hamlyn, relieving officer, said the children were taken into the Union on September 23rd and had been there since. Rose Ann Warren (sic), sister of the prisoner, said she lived at Ely. Defendant, when he went away two years ago, brought the children to her and said he would give her 5s a week during the harvest time and less in the winter. He had only sent her 7s 6d the whole time and she found she was not able to keep the children. If he had sent her a little each week she would have kept them. Supt. Bythorne said prisoner had been convicted in 1896 for ill-treating his children. He was sent to prison for two months' hard labour"
"Isaac LANGFORD","28 Oct 1898","ELY WEEKLY GUARDIAN: NEGLECT OF CHILDREN. Isaac Langford, late of Stretham, was charged with neglecting his three children, who had thereby become chargeable to the Ely Union.
Henry Baker Hamlyn, relieving officer, gave evidence to the effect that the children were still chargeable.
Rose Vaughan, sister of the defendant, said he brought his children, and she promised to keep them during harvest time and winter if he paid her 7s 6d a week. The defendant said he would send the money, but not receiving any she had the children put in the Union.
The Chairman pointed out that defendant had been before the Court in 1896 for illtreating his children, and, so far as his memory served him, it was a very bad case. The defendant would be sent to gaol for two months."
"John LANGFORD","25 Jan 1873","PETERBOROUGH ADVERTISER: CHATTERIS DIVISION POLICE. Henry Westley, W Murfitt, James Fletcher and John Langford, Stretham, labourers, were charged by the Superintendent of Police with being drunk and riotous. The three former were fined 5s and 12s 6d costs, which were paid forthwith. Langford has enlisted."
"Percy LANGFORD","21 Aug 1914","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: YOUNG LABOURER'S DEATH. Sad Case at Ely. OBJECTED TO BEING SWORN AT. Mr. G. M. Hull, the Ely Coroner, held an inquest at the Shire Hall, Ely, yesterday (Thursday) evening touching the death of Percy Langford, young Ely labourer, who was found drowned in the river that morning, near Little Thetford, Mr. G. Porter was chosen foreman of the jury. Mr. Albert Wm. Langford, poulterer, living in the Barton-road, stated that the deceased was his son, and was 19 years of age. There was nothing unusual about him, although he had rather a religious tendency. Witness had never heard him express any reason why she hould commit suicide. The Coroner: Do you know any reason at all why your boy should have done this? Witness: I do not, sir. The Coroner: you know of any kind of threat against him? Witness mentioned that some three months ago his son came home and told him that somebody on America Farm, where he was employed, had sworn at him. Witness went to see Mr. and Mrs. Pope, who said they would see the man and put a stop to it. then he (witness had said nothing about it. His son, when he complained, said would not work there any longer. The Coroner said that supposing the man had sworn at deceased, didn't witness think it was rather curious for one to take his life on that account? Witness said he could not see any reason for it. His son had a comfortable home and a good mother, and was well looked after. Witness stated, in reply to the Coroner, that the deceased's grandfather committed suicide. Mr. Herbert Pope, farmer, Ely, stated that he had not noticed anything curious about Langford's conduct, but he a was very quiet boy. Witness recollected his father coming to him about the report that he had been sworn at, and gave orders that he should be informed on the very next occasion. There was no further complaint. Witness last saw Langford alive about one o'clock, when he told him to go to the horses in the stackyard. The Coroner: Did he go? Witness: He didn't go, and he was shortly afterwards missed. The person who was alleged to have sworn the deceased had previously been working with him that morning. Replying to the juror, witness did not know whether the two had been quarrelling that morning. They looked about the farm tor about an hour and half, but could not find Langford. Herbert Sindall, living at Parade-lane, Ely, stated that he worked as hourekeeper at America Farm. He knew Langford, who was a ""quiet chap."" and did what they wanted him to do. The Coroner: He says you swore at him. Witness said he did not say anything to him out of the way, not to say swear at him. All he told him to do was to get a ""move on."" The Coroner said that nobody seemed to have seen deceased after two o'clock on Wednesday. Witness said that Langford, who was carting, brought the last load down about dinner time. Later he asked the ""chap"" who was supposed to have his dinner with him where he was, and he said be was not there. A juror: You swore at him that morning? Witness: Yes, but not out of the way. Witness: I said him, ""Nip about a bit, and get a ----- move on you."" The Coroner: You meant do it faster? Witness: Yes. The Coroner: What did he say? Witness: Nothing out of the way ""I am never quick enough."" A juror: Did he seem to take it to heart? Witness: No, not a bit. The Coroner: Was he slow in his movements? Witness: Well, he was a slow chap. A juror: Did you often have to wake him up? Witness: 1 was not often about with him. A juror: Did you grumble at him every time he came to fetch a load of corn? Witness: Only once. It was when he came for the second load that I grumbled at him. A juror: Didn't you have a row that morning? Witness: You would not call that a row. The deceased's father came forward, and asked witness if he swore at him about three months ago, and said a lot to him. Witness said he did not swear at him then. Continuing, witness said they searched in many places for the deceased, and having ascertained that he was not at home he went to the river bank between 7 and 8 o'clock in the evening, and found his waistcoat lying there. Witness informed Mr. Pope and the police, and Acting- Sergt. Green afterwards arrived. The Coroner: Was Langford on good terms with the other men? He Witness: Yes. was asked by one the same morning if he was all right, and he answered ""Yes."" Acting-Sergt. Green said he cycled down to the river bank about 8.l0 p.m., and by the light of his acetylene lamp he saw three distinct footmarks leading down to the river. On Thursday morning, about five o'clock, he went to spot about half-a-mile beyond Newmarket Bridge, and in few minutes they found the body in the centre of the river. Witness produced the deceased's basket, and said his dinner had not been touched. The Coroner briefly summed up, remarking that if everybody was going to commit suicide through being sworn at there would very few persons left in that court. He referred the case to the jury, who returned a verdict of ""Suicide whilst temporarily insane."" The Coroner complimented Acting-Sergeant Green for his work in connection with the case."
"Percy LANGFORD","28 Aug 1914","ELY GAZETTE: FUNERAL OF PERCY LANGFORD - The funeral of the late Percy Langford, the circumstances of whose death were investigated by Coroner G M Hall and reported in our last issue, took place on Monday, the Rev. C Shreeve officiating. The first part of the service was held in the Railway Mission Hall, followed by the interment at Ely Cemetery, where many friends attended in addition to the relatives. A number of beautiful wreaths were sent, including one to ""Dear Percy, with loving sympathy from his sorrowing mother and father and brothers and sisters."""
"Christopher Henry LEGGE","5 Dec 1901","CAMBRIDGE DAILY NEWS: ELY: FUNERAL OF MR C H LEGGE.- The remains of this well-known citizen were consigned to their last resting-place in Ely Cemetery on Monday, in the presence of one of the largest gatherings of sympathisers that have assembled there of late years. The chief mourners were: Mrs Legge (widow), Mr H Legge, Miss Legge, Mr G Legge, Miss Pattie Legge, Mr Chris. Legge, Mr and Mrs F Sennitt, Mr E W Legge (London), Mr H Ellis, Miss Jefferson, Mr J F Symonds, Miss M A Williamson, Mr E Williamson, Mr and Mrs William Attlesey, Mr and Mrs Percy Sennitt, Mr G H Attlesey, and Mr Gilbert. The Rev. H Marchbank (Wesleyan minister) officiated, both in the chapel and at the graveside. Amongst the large number of citizens present were Dr Beckett ....... and many others. Many beautiful floral tributes were sent, as follows:- Harp, ""Until the day break,"" from his sorrowing wife; wreath, ""To our dear father,"" from Harry, George, Hennie, Chris., and Pattie; anchor, ""To our dear father"", from Annie and Fred; wreath, ""In loving remembrance of our dear brother,"" from E.M. and G.L.; cross, ""With Mrs W J Legge and family's deepest sympathy""; wreath, ""With Mr and Mrs W E Legge's sincere sympathy""; wreath, from Mr W Ellis and family, ""In loving memory and with sincere sympathy""; wreath, from Lizzie and Harry, ""In loving memory of dear Chris""; wreath, ""With deepest sympathy from Ernest and Gus"" ......(and many more to end of article)."
"Eliza LEGGE","13 Nov 1883","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: DEATHS: KEMPTON.- Nov. 9, at London, Eliza Kempton, formerly of Ely, aged 62."
"Henry Willis LOVEGROVE","20 Dec 1939","LIVERPOOL DAILY POST: LOVEGROVE -Captain Henry W Lovegrove and family wish to thank all friends and neighbours (old & new) for their kind sympathy and floral tributes in their recent sad bereavement.-11 Thirlmere Street."
"William Joseph LOVEGROVE","13 Dec 1939","LIVERPOOL ECHO. DEATHS.
Lovegrove-December 12, whilst training for active service, age 20 years, private William Joseph Lovegrove (Bill), second battalion, Queens own Cameron highlanders, Liverpool Scottish, dearly-loved youngest son of Henry Willis and Grace Lovegrove, 11 Thirlmere Street, Wallasey. Service at Saint Mary‘s Church, Wallasey, on Friday next, at 3 pm. Funeral at Rake Lane Cemetery at 3:30 pm."
"William Joseph LOVEGROVE","14 Dec 1939","LIVERPOOL DAILY POST. DEATHS.
Lovegrove-December 12, whilst training for Army service, aged 20 years, private William Joseph Lovegrove (Bill), second battalion. Queens own Cameron highlanders, Liverpool Scottish, dearly-loved youngest son of Henry Willis and Grace Lovegrove, 11 Thirlmere Street, Wallasey. Service at Saint Mary‘s Church, Wallasey tomorrow (Friday) at 3 pm ; Funeral at Rake Lane Cemetery at 3:30 pm.
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"Alfred William White MACKIE","25 Feb 1941","THE TIMES:
MACKIE:STADEN On Feb. 20 1941, at St John's Cross Church, Dundee, ALFRED WILLIAM WHITE MACKIE, C.I.E., I.C.S. (retired), to CECILIA ANNIE STADEN."
"Alfred William White MACKIE","19 Oct 1951","ANDREW'S NEWSPAPER INDEX:
Mackie - On Oct 17 1951 at 56 Welbeck Street, London, after a long illness bravely borne, Alfred William White Mackie, CIE MA BA ICS (retd). Interment at Balgay Cemetery, Dundee, Tuesday Oct 23 at 2.15pm. Please no letters."
"Robert MACROW","16 Aug 1851","CAMBRIDGE CHRONICLE: DEATHS: At Ely - Aug. 14, in the spring of life, being 25 years of age, Mr Robert Macrow, leaving a wife and three small children. Mr Macrow was a lay clerk of the cathedral, which he had never from being a singing boy. He possessed a superior alto voice."
"Eliza MATTHEWS","3 Apr 1943","HASTINGS & ST LEONARDS OBSERVER: MRS.CULPIN. The funeral took place at Battle Cemetery on Monday of Mrs Culpin, widow of Mr Be E L Culpin, FGS. Mrs Culpin, although approaching her 96th year, was perfectly active in mind, and was a well-known figure among her neighbours. She was in perfect health until she had a fall and broke her leg. She was taken to the Buchanan Hospital where she died on Thursday last week. As recorded at the time of Mr Culpin's death, the fathers of both of them were stalwarts of Liberalism and Nonconformity in the village of Stevenage, Hertfordshire, where they lived opposite one another. In the old days of church rates they organised opposition and were several times committed to prison but never went, as the rector of the parish, a close personal friend, always paid the amounts due himself. Mrs Culpin leaves two daughters and two sons, one of whom, Mr Ewart G Culpin, JP, FRIBA, was recently chairman of the London County Counil. The funeral arrangement were carried out by Messrs F Jempson and Son, of 40, High-street, Battle."
"Sarah MCFADDEN","3 Jul 1913","NEWCASTLE MORNING HERALD & MINERS' ADVOCATE: STADEN - In loving memory of our dear mother, Sarah Staden, who died suddenly at Wallsend on Jul 3, 1912, aged 66 years. Inserted by her loving family, Mr & Mrs A Staden, Mr & Mrs A Bain, Fred and William Staden."
"Florence Jane MEASURES","8 Feb 1951","HUNTS POST: FUNERAL OF ST IVES GROCER'S WIDOW. A large congregation attended the funeral of Mrs Florence Jane Culpin, at St Ives Parish Church on Saturday. Aged 80, she was the widow of Mr A. Culpin, grocer, 4 East Street St Ives, and a daughter of the late Mr Measures, baker. She had been a devoted churchwoman, a member of the Mothers? Union, the Women's Institute and the Darby and Joan club. The service was conducted by the Rev A. C. Lawson (Vicar) and Mr H. J. Halton was organist for the hymns ""On the Resurrection Morning"" and ""Abide with Me"". "" O rest in the Lord"" (Mendelssohn) was played as the cortege left the church. The chief mourners were: Mr and Mrs G. James, Miss Ida Culpin, Mr and Mrs L. R. Anderson (sons-in-law and daughters), Messrs Dennis and Graham James, Master David Anderson (grandsons), Mr B. Measures (brother), Miss Measures (niece), Mr and Mrs G. W. Robb, Mr and Mrs Arthur Culpin, Swavesey, Mrs Smart and Mrs McDermott, Swavesey (nephews and nieces). Mr and Mrs A. Utteridge, Cambridge, Mrs A Hewing, East Dereham, Mrs F. Brooks, Hemingford, Mr and Mrs G. Noble, Bedford, Mrs G. Adams. The general attendance included the Mayor and Mayoress (Councillor and Mrs G. P. Radford), Mrs G. H. Steels (Enrolling member Mothers? Union) ?.. [and many other women]. The many floral tributes included wreaths from the Mothers? Union and the Women's Institute."
"Lilian Ida MORRIS","13 Jul 1945","DEATHS: VERRALL. On July 13, 1945 Ida, wife of Hugh Cuthbert Verrall, 5076, Pine Crescent, Vancouver, BC."
"Hannah Louise MUNSEY","20 Jun 1934","COURIER-MAIL: OBITUARY: Mrs. H. L. Culpin. Mrs. Hannah L. Culpin, wife of Dr. Millice Culpin, of Stanley Terrace, Taringa, died yesterday at the age of 86 years. Dr. and Mrs. Culpin were married in England, where Mrs. Culpin was born, and where her husband practised. They came to Queensland in 1890. They celebrated the 65th anniversary of their marriage on March 25 last. Mrs. Culpin is survived by her husband, three daughters, Miss D. E. Culpin (Toowoomba), Mrs. J. H. Simonds (Taringa), and Mrs. P. Campbell (Taringa), and two sons, Dr. Ernest Cuipin (Brisbane) and Professor Millice Culpin (England). One son was killed in France during the war."
"Ann Ethel NEWMAN","10 Sep 1932","DERBYSHIRE TIMES: GRASSMOOR. The funeral of Miss Ann Ethel Newman, of Ashtree Villas, Grassmoor, took place at Hasland Cemetery on Saturday, the Rector, the Rev. W V Davies, R.D., officiating. The deceased was 55 years of age and died on the previous Thursday after a short illness. Mourners: Mr and Mrs Sidney Newman, Newbold, Mr and Mrs Claude Newman, Hasland (brothers and sisters-in-law); Mr David Newman, Mr Frank Newman (nephews); Mr and Mrs G Newman, Huthwaite, Mr and Mrs C Newman, Huthwaite, Mr and Mrs J Newman, Huthwaite (uncles and aunts); Mrs E Tuckwood, Huthwaite, Miss A Newman, Huthwaite (cousins); Mr R Phillips, Hasland. The bearers were Messrs J H Rhodes, G Norbourn, T Roe and R Hill, Flowers were sent by: Sid and Gertie; Claude and Maggie; David, Frank and Joe; Uncle Joe and Aunt Lizzie; Uncle Charles and Aunt Lucy, Sutton in Ashfield; Uncle George and Aunt Bertha; and Cousin Elsie."
"Joseph NEWMAN","15 May 1942","DERBYSHIRE TIMES: DEATHS: NEWMAN - Joseph Newman passed away at his residence, 61 Chesterfield Road, Huthwaite, April 27th, aged 78. Interred Huthwaite Cemetery, April 30th 1942. ""His end was peace."""
"Harriet NIGHTINGALE","27 Sep 1899","SYDNEY MORNING HERALD: GLEN INNES, Tuesday. Mrs Kempton, aged 71, relict of the late George Kempton, a very old resident of Red Range, died today."
"Sarah NORRIS","22 Apr 1932","HAMPSHIRE ADVERTISER: DEATHS: On the 18th inst., in Floating Bridge-road, Southampton, Sarah, widow of the late Alfred Staden, RM Steamship Company, aged 57."
"John Elliott George PALMER","12 Sep 1984","THE TIMES: MR JOHN PALMER
Mr John Elliott George Palmer, CBE, who died on August 18, was an outstanding dock and harbour engineer, especially in oil loading terminal design. He was for 20 years a partner of the firm of consulting engineers, Rendel, Palmer and Tritton.
John Palmer was the son of Sir Frederick Palmer, also an engineer, with the partnership of Sir Alexander Meadows Rendel and Seymour Biscoe Tritton. John Palmer joined the firm in 1925 and was taken into the partnership in 1946. He retired from the partnership in 1966 but remained an active consultant for a further 14 years.
In his early years Palmer worked in India and the Middle East. During the war he served as a Superintending Engineer in the Civil Engineering Chief's Department of the Admiralty. After rejoining Rendel, Palmer and Tritton he was responsible for many major civil engineering projects, at home and overseas.
In the immediate post war period he was the first British consultant to penetrate the United States preserve of oil loading marine terminal design. He was responsible for the oil terminals at Aden and Kuwait, the Angle Bay oil terminal in South Wales and the off-shore oil terminal at Khor-al-Amaya in Iraq. The latter was the first off-shore oil loading terminal in the world and for many years the South Pier at Mina al-Ahmadi, Kuwait was the world's largest terminal.
Amongst his other dock and harbour projects were major developments in the ports of Swansea, Aberdeen, Liverpool, Bristol and Port Talbot in the United Kingdom and overseas in Takoradi, Calcutta, Madras and Aqaba. Aqaba was not John Palmer's largest port but it was his best loved. he liked to be known as 'Abu Aqaba' (father of Aqaba) and for his outstanding services he was awarded the Star of Jordan by King Hussein. He was appointed CBE in 1972.
Palmer also made his mark in other fields of civil engineering; oil pipelines in Iraq and Syria and railways and roads in Britain, Gold Coast (Ghana), Nigeria and Sierra Leone. He was a great character and an outstanding British civil engineer of prestige, courage and honesty who will be long remembered for his achievements.
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"John Whitehill PARSONS","11 Jan 1937","GLASGOW HERALD: NOTED ARTIST AND ATHLETE
DEATH OF MR JOHN WHITEHILL PARSONS
Mr John Whitehill Parsons, the Scottish artist, whose death is announced at Worthing at the age of 77, had a notable career in the world of athletics before he attained distinction in art.
Born in 1859 at Greenock, he was educated at Fettes College and Edinburgh University. The Royal Scottish Academy, Edinburgh gave him his first training in art, and he afterwards studied under M. Paul Delance in Paris.
His works ? portraits, miniatures, landscapes and seascapes ? soon became known at the Paris Salon and the principal English and Scottish exhibitions.
In his younger days he was a footballer of repute, and as an athlete he attained considerable renown. In 1880 and 1883 he was amateur high jump champion, and in the latter year he also won the long jump with the then record figure of 23ft 1in.
Mr Parsons was an F.S.A.(Scot.), and at one time a member of the Society of Scottish artists. He lived latterly at Broomers House, Pulborough, Sussex."
"Ada PATES","6 Feb 1914","BIGGLESWADE CHRONICLE: AFFILIATION: Ada Pates, single woman, Biggleswade, v. Andrew Ashley, Shefford. An order for payment of 2/- a week was made."
"Ada Ellen PATES","24 Dec 1954","POTTON - The death occurred on Friday of Mrs Ada Ellen Wisson, wife of Mr Frank Wisson, of 17 Everton Road, aged 67 years. She had been in Cambridge Hospital for several weeks and came home only a week before her death. A native of Biggleswade Mrs Wisson was a member of the Congregational Church. She leaves a husband, two sons and a daughter. The funeral took place at the Cemetery on Tuesday, when the Rev J Rigden Green officiated. The family mourners were: Mr L F Wisson, Mr J Wisson (sons), Mrs R Lakin (daughter), Mrs L F Wisson, Mrs J Wisson (daughters in law), Mr R Lakin (son in law), Mrs F W Pates (sister in Law), Mrs S W Bonfield, Mrs V Potton and Miss D Pates (nieces). Mr F Wisson, husband, was unable to attend. There were 18 floral tributes, including one from the Congregational Church."
"Annie Elizabeth PATES","13 Aug 1948","BIGGLESWADE CHRONICLE: BIGGLESWADE: The death occurred on Thursday morning at St Andrew's Hospital, Biggleswade, of Mrs Annie Elizabeth Warner, of 135, Hitchin Street, Biggleswade. A widow, Mrs Warner was aged 70. The funeral takes place to-morrow (Saturday) at the Biggleswade Trinity Methodist Chapel."
"Annie Elizabeth PATES","20 Aug 1948","BIGGLESWADE CHRONICLE: FUNERAL OF MRS A WARNER. The funeral of Mrs Annie Elizabeth Warner (whose death was reported last week) took place at the Trinity Methodist Chapel on Saturday. Mrs Warner was the widow of Mr C A Warner, of 41, Lawrence Road, Biggleswade, and she had been ill for a number of years. She leaves two daughters, Mrs S W Bonfield of Biggleswade, and Mrs V Potton of Langford. The service was conducted by the Rev. W A Underwood and there were many floral tributes. The mourners were: Mr & Mrs S W Bonfield, Mr & Mrs V A Potton, Mrs F Wisson, Mrs J Henderson, (sisters & brothers in law), Mr M Pates (brother) and Mr J Henderson (brother in law)."
"Doris Kate PATES","26 Dec 1913","BIGGLESWADE CHRONICLE: Little Girl's Death. With regret and much sympathy to the bereaved relatives we record the death of Doris Kate (Kittie) Pates, the youngest daughter of Mrs. Sarah Pates, of 6, St. John's Street, which took place at the County Hospital, Bedford, on Friday evening. Deceased was 13 years of age and some time ago had pneumonia from which she never really recovered fully. Recently she became worse and on the 10th was taken to the hospital, where it was hoped that some improvement could be brought about. She, however, got worse and after great suffering passed peacefully away in the presence of her relatives, who were sent for in the morning. Much sympathy is evinced for the mother, brothers and sisters in their loss. The funeral took place at the Cemetery on Tuesday. Mr. H. E. Chew referred to the fact that one of the scholars had passed away at the Wesleyan Sunday School on Sunday afternoon. He expressed the sympathy of the officers and teachers and scholars with the widowed mother and other relatives. A handsome floral tribute was sent by the teachers and scholars of the Girls' Council School."
"Emma Elizabeth PATES","20 Feb 1925","BEDFORDSHIRE TIMES: Biggleswade. The Rev J S Morris officiated at the largely attended funeral of the late Miss Emma Pates at the Cemetery on Tuesday. The mourners included the brothers and sisters of deceased, Messrs T Garner and W H Tobyn (brothers-in-law) and Messrs M and L Garner (nephews)."
"Eva Alice PATES","12 Aug 1898","BIGGLESWADE CHRONICLE: DEATHS: On August 6th, at Biggleswade, Eva Alice, daughter of John Pates, aged 7 years."
"Frederick William PATES","6 Mar 1919","LUTON NEWS & BEDFORDSHIRE ADVERTISER: BEDFORDSHIRE. Sapper Wm. Pates, RE, an old Biggleswade football and cricket player, writing from the Holy Land, expresses deep disappointment with the East, and confesses that Blighty is the best place in the world. ""A shopkeeper here,"" he says, ""asked a chum of mine if he had been to Jericho, Jerusalem, etc., and my pal said, 'We've been all over your country, and I wouldn't give you one English village for the whole of Palestine.' Bethlehem is decent, but the biggest disappointment I had was Jerusalem. After a night's trek it nearly gave me a fright with the smells etc. We had a trip round the city, and I wouldn't go again if all my expenses were paid."""
"Frederick William PATES","13 Dec 1957","BIGGLESWADE CHRONICLE: A WELL-KNOWN SPORTSMAN. A well-known sportsman with a particular interest in football died on Monday in the person of Mr Frederick William Pates, 9 St John\'s Street, Biggleswade, aged 72. He was a keen footballer for Biggleswade FC in his younger days, and for a number of years was a county FA referee. He was also a member of the North Beds Charity Cup Competition, and in recognition of his services was made a life member. For several years after teh 1914-18 war he was a very good slow spin bowler for Biggleswade CC 2nd XI. He leaves a widow and three daughters. The funeral was yesterday (Thursday) at the cemetery."
"Frederick William PATES","20 Dec 1957","BIGGLESWADE CHRONICLE: ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: PATES. Mrs F W Pates and family wish to thank neighbours and all friends for kind inquiries and sympathy in their great loss, also for flowers. Please accept this the only acknowledgement."
"Frederick William PATES","20 Dec 1957","BIGGLESWADE CHRONICLE: FUNERAL OF MR F W PATES. The funeral of Mr Frederick William Pates, whose death at his home 9 St John's Street, Biggleswade, we recorded last week, took place on December 12 the Rev. E D Edwards officiating. The mourners were: Mrs Pates (widow); Mr & Mrs J M Freeman, Mr & Mrs C A Raybould, Mr & Mrs L C King (sons-in-law and daughters); Mr F Langford (brother-in-law); Mrs H Marshall, Miss D Pates (nieces); Mrs H Potton (cousin) and Mrs A Raybould (friend). Wreaths were from: Kit; daughters & husbands; grandchildren; May & Jacc; Nellie & Doreen; Aunt Kate; Win & Herbert; nephews & nieces (Potton); Katie, Harry & family; Freeman, Dora & Margaret; Doreen & Arthur; Mr & Mrs D King and Mr & Mrs L Crane; Biggleswade Liberal Club; the neighbours; Mrs Cooper & Diana; Smart & Brown; Committee & Members North Beds. Charity Cup; Furzenhall & Bolton; Mr & Mrs Raybould & family; Mr & Mrs Clayton."
"Henry Charles PATES","7 Sep 1906","BEDFORDSHIRE TIMES & INDEPENDENT:
NORTHILL. A lad named Harry Pates, of Ickwell, found a bundle of bills and papers at Ickwell some few days ago, belonging to a traveller for a Scotch whiskey firm, he having lost them. The papers were given to the police, who sent them to the firm, who sent the boy an order for 5s for restoring them to the owners."
"John PATES","25 Jan 1901","BEDFORDSHIRE TIMES & INDEPENDENT: BIGGLESWADE: A man named Pates, horsekeeper to Messrs F Gee & Sons, died suddenly on Sunday evening. Deceased was suffering from a severe cough, and while having his supper, a bad fit of coughing came on. His wife ran for the doctor, but wheen she got back the poor man was dead. We understand he had served fourteen years abroad in the Army."
"John PATES","25 Jan 1901","BIGGLESWADE CHRONICLE: SUDDEN DEATH. On Sunday night John Pates, aged 53, Anchor End, Sun Street, died suddenly at quarter to nine p.m. He had been in indifferent health for a long time, suffering from asthma and consumption, and whilst having supper with his wife and children he had a fit of coughing, brought up some blood and fell back in his chair. He was then carried upstairs to bed, and Dr James sent for, but he expired before the doctor arrived, death probably occurring through suffocation consequent upon the breaking of a blood vessel. The deceased was for some years a soldier and had lived in India. Latterly, owing to his health he had been periodically unable to work. He had lately been in the employ of Mr. Gee. He was obliged to leave off work on Tuesday last week, but he felt better on Sunday and thought he should go back to his employment on Monday. The case was reported to the Coroner for the county, but he considered an inquest unnecessary."
"John PATES","1 Feb 1901","BIGGLESWADE CHRONICLE: DEATHS: On 20th January, at Biggleswade, John Pates, aged 52 years."
"John PATES","31 Aug 1923","BIGGLESWADE CHRONICLE: BIGGLESWADE: We regret to report the death of Mr. John Pates, of St. John's Street, which took place after several weeks' great suffering with a throat affection, on Saturday at the age of 58 years. Deceased had worked on the land his life and was a market-gardener. He was a very hard-working and greatly respected man. He leaves a widow and two married sons to mourn their loss. The Rev. J. Schofield Morris officiated on Wednesday afternoon at the Cemetery, at the funeral. The employees of Messrs. T. Garner and Sons headed the cortege to the Cemetery. The mourners were Mrs. J. Pates. Mr. and Mrs. Bert Pates and Mr and Mrs. Sidney Pates (sons and daughters-in-law). Messrs. George Pates, Samuel Pates, Fredk. Pates (brothers), Miss Emma Pates, Mrs. T. Garner. Mrs. Chatfield, and Mrs. W. H. Tomlyn (sisters), Mr. and Mrs. Knight, Mr. T. James. Mrs. F. Pates, Mr. and Mrs. George Huckle. Among others present, were Mr. F. J. Wright, Mr.and Mrs. W. King, Mr. Ernest Pates, Mrs. W. Huckle. Mrs. T. Marlow Mrs. Fred Goodacre. Mrs. W. Runham, Mrs A. W. Curchin, Mrs. A. Brunt and Mrs. F. F. Endersby."
"Mary Ann PATES","26 Feb 1861","BEDFORDSHIRE TIMES: Walter Roberts, labourer, Biggleswade, was charged by Mary Ann Pates, Biggleswade, with being the putative father of her illegitimate child. He admitted paternity, and was ordered to pay 1s 6d, per week and 12s 6d costs."
"Maurice Arthur PATES","12 Jun 1953","BIGGLESWADE CHRONICLE: ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: PATES. The family of the late Mr M A Pates wish to thank all kind friends and neighbours and fellow workers for the many messages of sympathy in their sad loss; also for the beautiful floral tributes sent."
"Maurice Arthur PATES","12 Jun 1953","BIGGLESWADE CHRONICLE: DEATH OF MR M A PATES. Sporting circles in Biggleswade lost one of its most enthusiastic supporters by the death at his home on June 4 of Mr Maurice Arthur Pates aged 55 years. He was a past cricket enthusiast, being connected for several years as secretary of the Wesleyan Cricket club, and later as an umpire or scorer for the Town Cricket Club. He was for many years responsible for running the seven-a-side Cricket Competition. He was also interested in football and acted as trainer of the second team of the Waders between the wars. He was for many years a member of the Liberal Club and enjoyed a game of billiards. Anything connected with sport always received Mr Pates\'s full support and hard work. He was employed at Messrs Wells & Winch Ltd as a brewer\'s labourer for 37 1/2 years. He was in the Veterinary Service in the first World War and saw service in India. He was a member of the British Legion and of the St John Ambulance Brigade in the last war. He leaves a widow and a daughter. The funeral service took place at the Trinity Methodist Church on Monday when the Rev. Mark Lund officiated. Mourners were: Mrs Pates (widow); Mr W Pates (brother); Miss D Pates (daughter); Mrs F Wisson, Mrs Henderson (sisters); Mrs F R Jones (mother-in-law); Mrs W Pates, Mrs C Smith (sisters-in-law); Mr C W Jones, Mr & Mrs P H Jones (brothers-in-law & sisters-in-law); Mrs L King (niece); Mr S W Bonfield, Mr V Potton (cousins). Representatives of Messrs Wells & Winch Ltd lined the path at the chapel and also at the Cemetery. Wreaths were from: Ellen & Doreen, In loving memory of the best husband and father, ""Someday we'll understand""; Will, Kate & family; Ada & Frank; May, Jack & family; Florence & Lilian; Percy, Bertha, Sid, Marjorie & family; the neighbours of 137, 139, 143 Hitchin Street & 7 South View; office staff of Bondors; Fellow workers at the Brewery; Vi, Marjorie, Doris & Sam; Biggleswade British Legion; Leslie, Jack & Clara; Mr & Mrs Kitchener & Roy."
"Samuel PATES","14 Aug 1903","BEDFORDSHIRE TIMES & INDEPENDENT: On Wednesday, an aged man, named Samuel Pates, of Newtown, was knocked down and badly injured by a runaway horse of which he had charge. The animal, which belonged to Mr. Timothy Garner, market gardener, was badly cut on the leg, caused by coming into collision with a barn."
"Samuel PATES","15 Dec 1939","BIGGLESWADE CHRONICLE: DEATHS: Pates- On Dec. 8th, at Biggleswade, Samuel Pates, aged 82 years."
"Samuel PATES","15 Dec 1939","BEDFORDSHIRE TIMES & INDEPENDENT: The funeral took place on Monday, 11th December, of Mr Samuel Pates, whose death at the age of eighty-two took place on Friday. He was a native of Biggleswade and lived at 71 Potton Road. He retired only two years ago from the service of Mr P W Moffatt, and even then he still felt fit enough to do a day?s work. The widow was unable to attend the funeral, which was conducted by the Rev. E Nicholas, because of ill health. The principal mourners present included Mr and Mrs E Pates and Mr and Mrs Wilfred Pates (sons and daughters-in-law), Mr and Mrs A Matthews, Miss F Pates, Mr and Mrs A Waring and Mrs J Smith (sons-in-law and daughters), Mr Reg Pates, Mrs C Dean, Mr S Pates, Miss D Pates and Mrs J Dart (grandchildren), and Mr J Thompson (brother-in-law)."
"Samuel PATES","15 Dec 1939","BIGGLESWADE CHRONICLE: BIGGLESWADE. Death of Mr S Pates. The death occurred at his home on Friday morning of Mr Samuel Pates, of 71 Potton Road, Biggleswade, aged 82 years. Born at Biggleswade, Mr Pates had resided in the town all his life. He was employed as an agricultural labourer by Mr P W Moffatt for a number of years, but was compelled to retire from active work about two years ago. For the last twelve months he had been confined to bed. The widow, four daughters and two sons, are left to mourn his loss. The funeral took place at Biggleswade Cemetery on Monday afternoon, the Rev E Nicholas (Superintendent Methodist minister) officiating. The chief mourners were: Mr and Mrs E Pates and Mr and Mrs W Pates (sons and daughters-in-law), Mr and Mrs A Matthews, Mr and Mrs A Waring, and Mr and Mrs J Smith (daughters and sons-in-law), Miss F Pates (daughter), Mr R Pates, Mr S Pates, Mrs C Dean, Miss D Pates and Mrs J Dart (grandchildren), Mr J Thompson (brother-in-law). Mrs Pates (widow) was unable to attend.
RETURN THANKS. Mrs Pates and family wish to thank all kind friends for the sympathy extended to them in their sad bereavement: also for the flowers sent."
"Sarah PATES","26 Feb 1861","BEDFORDSHIRE TIMES: Walter Roberts, labourer, Biggleswade, was charged by Mary Ann Pates, Biggleswade, with being the putative father of her illegitimate child. He admitted paternity, and was ordered to pay 1s 6d, per week and 12s 6d costs."
"Sarah PATES","6 Mar 1908","BEDFORDSHIRE TIMES & INDEPENDENT: BIGGLESWADE. A fire broke out in the cottage of Mrs S Pates, of Sun-street, on Wednesday morning. Mrs Pates and her children were in bed when one of the latter was awakened by dense smoke coming from the staircase which was alight. Mrs Pates opened the door to call for help and the draught excited the flames. The neighbours, however, succeeded in quenching the fire with buckets of water. Considerable damage was done, and the cause of the outbreak is unknown."
"Sarah PATES","21 Feb 1919","BIGGLESWADE CHRONICLE: Death of Mrs S Pates. We much regret to state that Mrs Sarah Pates, the respected widow of the late Mr John Pates, passed away at 9, St John's Street, on Thursday evening week, at the age of 58 years. Deceased was suffering from an internal complaint, when seized with bronchitis, and the end came as above stated. Deceased leaves three grown up daughters and two sons. The latter are both serving in the Army, one being with the Egyptian Expeditionary Force, and the other is in India. Much sympathy is felt for the family."
"Sarah PATES","11 Feb 1921","BIGGLESWADE CHRONICLE: IN MEMORIAM: PATES. In ever loving memory of our dear mother, Sarah Pates, Biggleswade, who fell asleep Feb. 13th, 1919. ""Always in memory and thoughts."" From her sons and daughters."
"Sarah Ann PATES","15 Jun 1928","BEDFORDSHIRE TIMES: BIGGLESWADE: The death of Miss Sarah Pates of 24 Potton Road, New Town, took place somewhat suddenly on Sunday, at the age of 75 years, at the residence of her sister, Mrs Bygraves, with whom she resided. She had been an invalid for some years."
"Sarah Ann PATES","15 Jun 1928","BIGGLESWADE CHRONICLE: DEATH OF MISS SARAH PATES. We record this week with deep regret the death of a greatly respected inhabitant of the town in the person of Miss Sarah Pates, who passed away at the residence of her sister, Mrs Bygraves, at 24 Potton Road, on Sunday. The deceased, who was 75 years of age, is a member of an old Biggleswade family and a daughter of the late Mr and Mrs Samuel Pates, of Potton Road. She has been an invalid for a good man years, but the end came rather unexpectedly. Much sympathy is expressed with her four sisters, Mrs T Garner, Mrs William Tobyn, Mrs Chatfield and Mrs Bygraves, also with her three brothers, Messrs. G, F and S Pates, in their sad bereavement. The funeral took place amid every manifestation of sympathy and regret at the Biggleswade Cemetery on Wednesday afternoon, the officiating minister being the Rev. B Evan Jones (curate). The first part of the service was held in the Cemetery Chapel. The remains were laid to rest enclosed in a coffin of polished elm with brass furniture, the breastplate of which bore the following inscription ""Sarah Pates, died 11th June 1928, aged 75 years."" The mourners were: Mrs Bygraves and Mr G Pates (sister and brother), Mr S Pates, Mrs T Garner (brother and sister), Mrs Chatfield, Mr F Pates (sister and brother), Mrs Tobyn and Mr Chatfield (sister and brother in law), Mr T Garner and Mrs S Pates (brother in law and sister in law), Mrs F Pates, Mrs J Pates (sisters in law), Mrs Matthews (niece). There was a handsome collection of floral tributes. Messrs Styles and Son were the undertakers."
"William PATES","26 Apr 1907","BEDFORDSHIRE TIMES & INDEPENDENT: NORTHILL. On Saturday, as William Pates, groom at the Crown Inn, Northill, was assisting in dressing a young colt that had had an accident, it kicked him on his arm. He went at once to Dr James, of Biggleswade, who found no bones broken, but the arm was badly bruised."
"William PATES","13 Jun 1913","BEDFORDSHIRE TIMES & INDEPENDENT:
BIGGLESWADE. Mr Wm. Pates met with a nasty accident on Tuesday afternoon while at work at the new Council houses at Drove-road. A brick fell from the scaffold and made a nasty cut in his head."
"William Henry PATES","2 Sep 1918","LIVERPOOL ECHO: ROLL OF HONOUR. KILLED IN ACTION. PATES - August 16, killed in action, aged 25 years, William Henry Pates, 11th East Lancashire Regiment, the dearly-loved only son of Anne Jane and Thomas Pates, 6 Nelson-road, Rock Ferry."
"Rose PEACHEY","21 Apr 1916","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: THE LATE MRS GEORGE WEBB. Funeral at Burwell. The funeral of the late Mrs G Webb took place at Burwell on Friday, and was largely attended. The first part of the service was held in the Wesleyan Chapel (by kind permission of the Trustees) where the officiating ministers were the Revs. J W Upton and J Toogood. The coffin was covered with a number of lovely floral tributes. The mourners were: Mr George Webb, Mrs Orpwood (sister in law), Mr G Peachey (brother), Mrs Jennings (niece), Mrs Long (niece), Mr Albert Orpwood (nephew), Mr & Mrs Peachey (nephew and niece), Mr Harry Peachey and Miss Lois Peachey (nephew and niece), Mr C Webb, Miss Ivy Greenall (niece), Mr F Webb, Miss Webb, Mr Yeomans, Mrs Albert Orpwood, Mr Orpwood, J W Upton, Mrs Goymer, Mr P Wedd (Meldreth), Mr R Mason, Miss Mason, Mrs Harry Peachey, Mr & Mrs E Peachey, Mrs P Peachey, and Mrs Bailey. Also the company included: Mr F Collier, the Rev. W T Govenlock, Mrs Toogood, Mr & Mrs E Fyson (Soham), Mr Simpkin (Wicken), Mr Jas. Blackwell (Vice-Chairman of the Parish Council), and Councillors Mark Chapman, Stephen Blackwell, and G Durrant, Mr F E Ball, Mr Albert Blackwell, Mr Allen Hills, Mr R Chapman (Reach), Mr Foster (Swaffham Prior), Mr and Mrs Howard, Mrs H Blackwell, Mrs and Miss Amy Durrant, Mr W J Trudgett, Mr W Bond, and a large number of the members of the Women's Liberal Association, etc. Miss Lily Turner presided at the organ, and played ""O rest in the Lord"", as the cortege entered the chapel. The hymns ""Give me the wings of faith to rise"" and ""For ever with the Lord"" were sung, and an impressive address was given by the Rev. J W Upton. The Rev. J Toogood led the devotions, and the Dead March in ""Saul"" was played at the close of the service. The Rev. J W Upton read the committal the graveside, and the Benediction was pronounced by the Rev. J Toogood. There were many beautiful floral tributes from relatives and friends, and a handsome wreath of artificial flowers from the members of the Burwell Women's Liberal Association. This wreath was inscribed ""In affectionate remembrance of our beloved President."" The coffin was of panelled oak, with brass fittings, and the breastplate was engraved:- ""Rose Webb, died April 10th 1916, aged 59 years."" Mr W P Fuller carried out the funeral arrangements. A memorial service was held in the Congregational Church on Sunday evening, when some of the deceased's favourite hymns were sung. Mr W Norton accompanied them on the organ, and a suitable discourse from the words ""That where I am, there ye may be also"" (St John, xiv 3) was delivered by the Rev. J W Upton to a sympathetic congregation. The service concluded by the choir singing the hymn, ""Vital spark of heavenly flame."""
"Margaret E PHILLIPPI","1938","The Los Angeles Times; MARRIAGES: BLAYDON-PHILLIPPI Richard A, 49, 4308 Ben avenue, North Hollywood and Margaret E, 31, 1015 North Serrano"
"Sarah PHILLIPS","31 Dec 1881","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: DEATHS: KEMPTON - Dec. 28, at Ely, Sarah, widow of Wm. Kempton, aged 70."
"Elizabeth Sarah PIGGOTT","18 Feb 1949","ELY STANDARD: Deaths: Kempton. On February 14th, Elizabeth Sarah, wife of William S Kempton, 44 Downham Road, Ely, formerly of Fore Hill, and mother of Tom and Betty."
"Francesco Ruggero PRATTI","27 Jan 1887","THE TIMES: SALE OF HATCHETT'S HOTEL. At the City of London Auction Mart, Tokenhouse-yard yesterday, Mr G W Haines submitted for public competition the freehold property, with the goodwill in trade, of Hatchett's Hotel, with the famous White Horse Cellars. The biddings commenced with an offer of £35,000 and, after a brisk competition, advanced to £65,000,at which sum Mr R Pratti, of Paris, was declared the purchaser."
"Francesco Ruggero PRATTI","24 Jul 1917","THE TIMES: In Memoriam. PRATTI: In loving memory of Francesco Ruggero Pratti (Daddy) who fell asleep on the 24th July 1916. Never forgotten by his wife and children. 'To live in the hearts of those we leave behind is not to die.'"
"Francesco Ruggero PRATTI","24 Jul 1920","THE TIMES: In Memoriam. PRATTI: In loving memory of 'Daddy'- Francesco Ruggero Pratti, who fell asleep 24th July 1916."
"Francesco Ruggero PRATTI","12 Nov 1927","SPORTING TIMES: TALK, TOWN & GOSSIP by The Tramp. New Restaurant.
Last week I remarked that London was being rapidly supplied with all sorts of new restaurants, and this week another one opened in the heart of the West End. This was, and is, the Dieudonné which is situated in St Martin's Lane just above the Westminster County Court, of gloomy memento to many spendthrifts.
Good Luck.
A few chosen friends assembled on Tuesday to give the new venture the once over and to wish Jack Pratti and V Moretti good luck in their enterprise. The restaurant itself is below stairs, and is a charming apartment, panelled to the ceiling in light wood, and on the first floor is a kind of café, where the hurried business man can obtain light snacks.
No Music
A feature of the Dieudonné is that there will be no music or anything to take one's attention off one's company and one's food. It is essentially a cosy place, where you can take the bestest girl in the world for a quiet luncheon or dinner, or entertain a party of friends in restful surrounds.
Old Times.
It is interesting to find the name of Pratti once more in the list of West End caterers. Some time ago it loomed large in the Strand, but the alterations now going on in that ancient thoroughfare caused its disappearance. The Old Ship in Whitehall also used to bear that short and easily remembered name."
"Francesco Ruggero PRATTI","17 Nov 1928","SPORTING TIMES: Better Now. That well-known member of a well-known family of restaurateurs, Mr Jack Pratti has been very ill of late, and in a nursing home. I am glad to hear from him that he is much better. The diners at the Dieudonné in St Martin's Lane will have missed his very cheery personality."
"Francesco Ruggero PRATTI","29 Jun 1929","SPORTING TIMES: At the Dieudonné.
Delightful food and exquisite wines graced a dinner party given at the Restaurant Dieudonné in St Martin's Lane, W.C., on Monday evening, and here, without any undue delay, are the good things referred to:-
Cantaloup Frappé au Porto
Consommé Madrilene en Gelee
Truite Saumonée Montgolfier
Supreme de Poulet Valencienne, Pommes Berny
Asperges Sauce Divine
Fraises Rafraichies au Kirsch Mignardises
Amontillado (Domecq)
Perrier Jouet 1910
(Fine Champagne) 1840
The Host
The gathering included well-known City men and diners out whose experience in matters gastronomic is, I can assure you, most considerable, and the hosts were Mr Jack Pratti and Mr Harry Cooper. You see, this charming theatreland restaurant is continuously growing in favour among people who, like you and I, like food and wine that, while yet reasonable in price, are a delight to the palate, and so Mr Cooper has joined in Mr Pratti in the business side of things. The wedding is all to the good.
A Commendation.
The fare at Monday's party was, indeed, a gastronomic delight, thanks to superb cooking, and the Perrier Jouet and the Old Brandy were just such as would raise paeans of praise from the most captious connoisseur. And yet the same good fare can be had at the Dieudonné daily. I confidently commend this little haven to all those City and West End folks to whom it is a pleasure to take friends to a lunch or dinner of supper knowing that the eats and drinks will be of the choicest."
"Francesco Ruggero PRATTI","10 Aug 1935","THE TIMES: In Memoriam. PRATTI: In dearest memory of father and mother, Francesco Ruggero and Maria Mendham PRATTI, July 24th 1916 and August 10th 1931. Louis, Rosina, Jack."
"Francesco Ruggero PRATTI","12 Sep 1939","THE TIMES: London Gazette. Territorial Army. The following to be granted Emergency Commissions:- General List, Royal Engineers. To be Second Lieutenants: J F R Pratti (98248)"
"Francesco Ruggero PRATTI","20 Apr 1940","THE TIMES: London Gazette. General List. The date of appointment of Second Lieutenant J F R Pratti is September 11th 1939 and not as in Gazette of September 11th 1939."
"Albert PRIDMORE","26 Jun 1917","SHEFFIELD INDEPENDENT: DEATHS: PRIDMORE.-In ever loving memory of our dear son and brother, Pte. A. Pridmore, who died on June 22nd from wounds received in action on May 2nd, 1917; also of his brothers, Sergt. A.E. Pridmore and Pte. J.T. Pridmore, who were killed in action on Oct 14th and 19th, 1914. From their Father and Mother, Brothers and Sisters, also Sister-in-law."
"George Harry PRIDMORE","20 Sep 1918","SHEFFIELD DAILY TELEGRAPH: Tribute to Walkley Officer. Second-Lieutenant J H Pridmore, of the West Yorkshire Regiment, who was 22 years of age, and lived at Walkely, Sheffield, has been killed in action Two of Lieutenant Pridmore's brothers had been previously killed, and one had died of wounds. There are still two other brothers serving with the forces - an excellent family record. Writing to Mrs Pridmore, one of Lieutenant Pridmore's officers says: ""I know how great your sorrow will be, but you will, I hope, take comfort from the knowledge that he died taking charge of his men, and cheerfully doing his duty."""
"George Harry PRIDMORE","20 Sep 1918","SHEFFIELD INDEPENDENT: SHEFFIELD LOSSES. Sec-Lieut. G H Pridmore, West Yorks, 10, Exley Avenue, Walkley, Sheffield, has been killed in action. Two brothers have been killed, one has died of wounds, and two are now serving."
"Ashley Stuart RANKILOR","17 Jul 1929","THE WESTERN MORNING NEWS: Picture: caption-Rev A S Rankilor, vicar-designate of Torrington, and Mrs Mary Elaine Bulkley were married yesterday at Exeter Cathedral."
"Alexina RANKIN","11 Jun 1846","CALEDONIAN MERCURY: BIRTHS - At Craigton, on the 5th current, Mrs Henry Dunlop, of a son."
"Alexina RANKIN","17 Jun 1846","DUMFRIES & GALLOWAY STANDARD: BIRTHS - At Craigton, on the 5th inst., Mrs Henry Dunlop, of a son."
"Alexina RANKIN","24 Jan 1872","LONDON DAILY NEWS: DEATHS-DUNLOP - January 20, Manor-place, Edinburgh, Alexina Rankin, widow of H Dunlop, Esq., of Craigton, N R."
"Mary RATE","26 Jan 1935","GRANTHAM JOURNAL: MRS MARY CULPIN. Oakham Lady's 96th Birthday. A Native of Rutland. Incidents in Rutland half-a-century and more ago are vividly recalled by Mrs. Mary Culpin, of South-street Oakham who has lived to celebrate her ninety-sixth birthday. The celebration was fittingly commemorated by a family gathering and tea party, and she had many letters and messages of congratulation and good wishes from relatives and friends. She also received a visit from Dr Clapperton and the Vicar of Oakham (the Rev. A E Fraser), both of whom expressed best wishes, as did Mrs Culpin's three eldest sons - Messrs. Henry Culpin, of Ashwell-road, Oakham, George Culpin of Manton, and Richard Culpin, of London. Amongst the congratulatory messages was one from her great-grandson, Mr James Culpin, a third officer stationed at Bombay. Mrs Culpin, in addition, received many gifts, including an iced cake sent by her granddaughter, Miss Alice Hewitt, of Uttoxeter. For one so advanced in years, she is remarkably active, and retains her faculties unimpaired. Mrs Culpin is a native of Rutland, being born at Morcott in January, 1839,two years after Queen Victoria came to the Throne, and has, therefore, lived not only through the sixty-four years of that Queen's reign, but the nine years of the late King Edward, and now the twenty-four years, so far, of His Majesty King George. She was a daughter of the late Mr and Mrs J. Scott, and went to the village School at Morcott until twelve years old. She then went into domestic service, and, at the age of 20, married Mr George Culpin who Lived at Edithweston. They were there for some 25 years, and then her husband became farm foreman at Normanton, under the late Earl of Ancaster, in whose service he remained for eleven years. Mr Culpin and his wife and family then went to Egleton, where for seventeen years he had a small-holding, and where he died about twenty-four years ago, shortly after the celebration of their golden wedding. There was a family of five sons and five daughters: there are twenty-two grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren. Mrs Culpin's mother reached the age of 87, and her grandmother 88 years, but her father died a comparatively young man. Mrs Culpin relates that she always had to work hard. Up to five years ago she used to do a great deal of knitting, gaiters being her speciality. She keeps herself conversant with the happenings of the times, and usually retires between nine and ten o'clock. Mrs. Culpin is not an admirer of The Modern Styles of women's dress, and if she had her life to live over again she would prefer the old times. One of the surprising phases of Mrs. Culpin's life is the short distance she has travelled by train. Some eleven years ago she was taken by motor-car on a visit to Lowesby. Mrs. Culpin's memory, however, goes back to the early days of railway travelling, when the third-class carriages were open to the sky, and when the luxuries and comforts which the patrons of the ""iron-road"" to-day enjoy were not then in vogue. Mrs. Culpin's brothers were engaged in agricultural work in different parts of the county, and in their day took prizes for ploughing, stacking, and thatching. Mrs. Culpin has the best wishes of a wide circle of friends for future years of health and happiness."
"Mary RATE","6 May 1938","MARKET HARBOROUGH ADVERTISER & MIDLAND MAIL: FATAL FALL IN HER HUNDREDTH YEAR. Mrs M Culpin of Oakham. Mrs Mary Culpin of Oakham, a native of Morcott, near Uppingham, who in January entered her 100th year, was capable of seeing a stray pin on the floor and picking it up without the use of glasses. When walking in the house on Easter Monday, April 18th, she fell and fractured her left thigh, dying from the injury and senility nine days later. Captain S F Fowler, the Rutland Coroner, at the inquest last week said he had known Mrs Culpin for certainly 30 years and was in the habit of visiting her and having a chat, and it always struck him what a wonderful old lady she was. Except for this little accident she would undoubtedly have attained her 100th birthday. The verdict was ""Accidental death."""
"Mary RATE","7 May 1938","GRANTHAM JOURNAL: ACKNOWLEDGEMENT. Mr & Mrs W L Baker, South-street Oakham, and the Sons and Daughters of the late Mrs Culpin, aged 99 years, wish to thank all kind friends, including neighbours in New-street and Mrs Dexter, Short-street, for messages of sympathy and floral tributes."
"Charles Alexander RAYBOULD","8 May 1908","THE GLOUCESTERSHIRE ECHO: POLICE COURTS, GLOUCESTER, Friday.- Before Messrs. M Collett (in the chair) and E Lea. Edward Johnson and Robert Johnson, 34 Hare-lane, George Raybould and Alec Raybould, 27 Sherbourne-street, were summoned for gaming with cards on the 28th April. Edward Johnson did not appear.-PC Boulton said he saw the lads playing ""banker"" near the G.W.R. Station.-George Raybould said they were only playing at ""show up"", as they had no money. -Edward Johnson was fined 10s and costs, or seven days, the others were fined 2s 6d of five days. They said they would go to prison."
"Charles Alexander RAYBOULD","30 Nov 1908","THE GLOUCESTERSHIRE ECHO: POLICE COURTS, GLOUCESTER. Monday.-Before Messrs. J A Matthews (in the chair), A Buchanan, H K Butt, and A V Hatton. Frederick Dryman (15), 6 Union-street, and Alec Raybould (12), 27 Sherborne-street, were summoned for playing pitch and toss in the approach to the Great Western Railway Station on Nov. 24. -P.S. Braybrooks, who caught the delinquents red-handed, stated that one of them offered him threepence to say nothing in the matter. The Deputy-Chief Constable said that Raybould had been to prison on two occasions, when he gave the Governor a lot of trouble, crying all the time in such a manner that he had to be moved to a remote wing of the gaol, so that he should not disturb other prisoners. - Dryman was find 2s 6d and costs, and the case against Raybould was adjourned for a week, in order that arrangements may be made for sending him to an industrial school."
"Miriam Beatrice ROBARTS","2 Dec 1927","Biggleswae Chronicle: We regret to record the death of Mrs. W. Jackson, of Deepdale, who passed away on the 26th November, after a lengthy and painful illness, at the age of 57 years. Mrs. Jackson was a member of an old Potton family, being the daughter of the late Mr. Edwin Robarts. The funeral took place on Wednesday at the Cemetery, when the service was conducted by the Rev. C. Spence, pastor of the Congregational Church. The remains were enclosed In a polished elm coffin, with brass fittings, bearing the inscription: Miriam Beatrice Jackson, passed away Nov. 26th. 1927, aged years.” The principal mourners were Mr. Jackson (husband), Mr. Robarts (brother), Mrs. Tlpler (sister-in-law), Mrs. Norman (niece). Mr. and Mrs. W. Merry (nephew and niece). There were many floral tributes. Messrs. Woodman were the undertakers. At the Churchyard gate the cartege was met by the Rector, the Rev. Thomas H. Strong, the parish Clerk, Mr. J. Osbom and Churchwarden Mr. J. H. Mead. The Rector conducted the service, both at the Church and Cemetery. As the cortege left the Church tlie Nunc Dimittis, “Lord now lettest Thou Thy servant depart in peace was recited."
"Miriam Beatrice ROBARTS","9 Dec 1927","Bedfordshire Times & Independent: POTTON. Ihe death of Mrs. W. Jackson of Deepdale. took place on the 26th November after a lengthy illness, at the age of 57 years. Mrs. Jackson was a member of old an Potton family, being the daughter of the late Mr. Robarts. The funeral took place on 30th November at the Cemetery. when the service was conducted the Rev. C. Spence, pastor of the Congregational Church. The principal mourners were Mr. Jackson (husband), Mr. Robarts (brother), Mrs. Tipler (sister-in-law), Mrs. Norman (niece), Mr. and Mrs. W. Merry (nephew and niece)."
"Richard ROBARTS","Oct 1881","Melbourne Newspaper: DIED: ROBARTS- on the 22nd October at this residence, Fawkner-street, St Kilda, after a long and painful illness, aged 62, late of Biddleswade (sic), Bedfordshire, England. Home and Tasmanian papers please copy."
"Walter ROBARTS","26 Feb 1861","BEDFORDSHIRE TIMES: Walter Roberts, labourer, Biggleswade, was charged by Mary Ann Pates, Biggleswade, with being the putative father of her illegitimate child. He admitted paternity, and was ordered to pay 1s 6d, per week and 12s 6d costs."
"Sarah SAUNDERS","27 Dec 1862","CAMBRIDGE CHRONICLE & JOURNAL: DIED: Dec. 14, at Lambeth, Sarah, second wife of Mr Samuel Kempton, builder, late of Ely.
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"Thomas Errington SAYER","13 Oct 1916","ESSEX COUNTY CHRONICLE: BIOGRAPHICAL NOTES. Capt. Thomas Errington Sayer, King's (Yorkshire LI), science master at Earl's Colne Grammar School, was killed by a bomb when leading his men under terrific fire in the first wave of an attack. He was 26 years of age, and second son of the late Mr R Sayer, of Barnard Castle. About three months ago he married the daughter of Mr & Mrs Steward, Parsley Beans, Earl's Colne, who was on the staff of the Halstead Girls Grammar School."
"James Henry SCOTT","23 Oct 1912","ABERDEEN JOURNAL: DEATHS: SCOTT - At 25 Learmonth Terrace, Edinburgh, on 22nd October, James Henry Scott, of Eredine, fourth son of the late Charles Cunningham Scott of Hawkhill, Largs, Ayrshire, aged 67. The funeral will take place quietly at Eredine at 2.30pm, on Friday, 25th October. This is the only intimation and invitation."
"James Hinton SCOTT","18 Apr 1988","THE TIMES: DEATHS- James Hinton Scott, died 15 April 1988"
"John SCOTT","20 May 1903","THE TIMES: Mr John Scott, C.B., of Halkshill, Largs, Ayrshire, senior partner of the firm of Messrs. Scott and Co., shipbuilders and engineers, Greenock, died yesterday morning at his Ayrshire seat, in his 73rd year. Mr Scott, who was the eldest son of the late Mr Charles Cunningham Scott, of Hawkhill, Ayrshire, was educated at Edinburgh Academy and Glasgow University, and in 1851, when only 21 years of age, became a partner in the firm of Messrs. Scott and Co., which for many years now has been well known as the builders of warships and important mail and mercantile steamships. In 1850, at the inauguration of the Volunteer movement, Mr Scott raised two batteries of Artillery Volunteers, afterwards incorporated in the Renfrew and Dumbarton Artillery, which he commanded from 1863 to 1892, and of which he was honorary colonel at the time of his death. He received in 1897 the Companionship of the Bath for his services to the Volunteer force. A Conservative in politics, Mr Scott contested Greenock in that interest at the general elections of 1880 and 1885, and at a by-election in 1884, when Sir Thomas Sutherland was first returned for the burgh. Mr Scott married, in 1864, Annie, eldest daughter of the late Mr Robert Spalding, of Kingston, Jamaica."
"John SCOTT","23 May 1903","DUNDEE COURIER: DEATHS: Scott - At Halkshill, Largs, Ayrshire, on the 19th inst., John Scott, C.B., F.R.S.E., of Halkshill, in his 73d year."
"Margaret Sinclair SCOTT","15 Feb 1892","DUNDEE EVENING TELEGRAPH: DEATHS: At Hawkhill, Largs, on the 13th inst., Margaret Sinclair, wife of Hinton S Myers, late of Chefoo, China, and youngest daughter of the late Charles Cunningham Scott, of Hawkhill."
"Martha SCOTT","20 May 1913","THE TIMES: DEATHS: PARSONS.-On the 18th inst., at Bankhouse, Largs, Ayrshire, Martha, fourth daughter of the late Charles Cunningham Scott, of Hawkhill, and widow of Captain F W A Parsons, 24th Regt., and Adjutant R. Renfrew Militia, aged 76 years."
"Robert Sinclair SCOTT","21 Aug 1905","EDINBURGH EVENING NEWS: GREENOCK SHIPBUILDER'S WILL - The Will has just been proved of Mr Robert Sinclair Scott, of Burnside, Largs, who died at the age of sixty-one, the value of his estate being £159,285. Mr Scott was the head of Messrs. Scott's Shipbuilding and Engineering Company, Ltd, of Greenock."
"Robert Sinclair SCOTT","7 Oct 1937","THE TIMES: FORTHCOMING MARRIAGES. MR R S SCOTT & MISS K H FORBES-GORDON. The engagement is announced between Robert Sinclair Scott, The Highland Light Infantry, elder son of Mr and Mrs Cedric Sinclair Scott, Stroove, Skelmorlie, Ayrshire, and Katherine Helen, younger daughter of the late Major Arthur Dalrymple Forbes-Gordon, of Rayne, Aberdeenshire, and Mrs Forbes-Gordon, 15, Porchester Gardens, London, W2"
"Mary SEARS","22 Jan 1803","NORFOLK CHRONICLE: DIED: In the 31st year of her age, Mrs Kempton, wife of Mr Kempton, jun, grocer, of Ely"
"Frederick Oliver Percy SENNITT","6 Sep 1901","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: DEATHS: Sennitt - September 2, at 4 Union-street, Cambridge, Frederick Oliver Percy Sennitt, aged 6 months"
"Martha Elizabeth SETCHILL","23 Aug 1924","GRANTHAM JOURNAL: DEATHS-CULPIN. On August 15th, at East Bridgeford, Martha Elizabeth Culpin, wife of the late Simon Culpin, aged 71 years."
"Grace Wilhelmina Jean SHAND","21 Apr 1933","BEDFORDSHIRE TIMES: DEATHS: DUNLOP.-On 16th April 1933, at 56 De Parys Avenue, Bedford, Grace Wilhelmina Jean, beloved wife of H.J. Dunlop, late of Secunderabad, Deccan, India, youngest daughter of the late Colonel John Shand, Indian Staff Corps."
"John SHAND","30 May 1868","LONDON EVENING STANDARD: DEATHS: SHAND - March 4, on board the Renown, on his passage home from Madras, Lieut. Colonel John Shand, Madras Staff Corps, eldest son of the late William Shand, Esq., formerly of the Burn and Arnhall, Kincardineshire. Friends at a distance will please accept this intimation.
Also in Edinburgh Evening Courant, 30 May 1868, plus Greenock Advertiser 4 June 1868."
"Kate SHERRINGTON","17 Feb 1905","BEDFORDSHIRE MERCURY: DEATHS: CULPIN-Feb 6th, at Stevenage, Kate, wife of George Francis Culpin, aged 48"
"Florence Jennie SMITH","23 May 1942","MIDDLESEX CHRONICLE: ASHFORD DEATHS: Mrs Florence Jennie Culpin, wife of Mr Frederick Charles Culpin, of 67 Marlborough Road, Ashford, died on Thursday last week, aged 72. The funeral took place on Monday at Ashford Cemetery, Rev. E Streete (vicar) officiating."
"Elizabeth Rogers SNELL","27 Jun 1924","ELY STANDARD: Deaths: Kempton At Ely June 14th Elizabeth Rogers Kempton, aged 87 years"
"Ellen SPALDING","20 Nov 1903","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: DEATHS. SPALDING:- November 11, at Nelson, Ellen Spalding, late of Landbeach, age 15"
"James SPALDING","12 Sep 1919","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: Obituary. The death of Mr. James Spalding. which occurred suddenly on Friday last from heart failure, caused deep regret to all those who knew him. Besides being a small holder, ho was constant member of the Baptist Chapel, and took an interest in everything in the village. He much enjoyed watching the cricket club play. The Rev. J. T. Lang officiated at the burial. The coffin was of polished elm, with brass fittings, and was inscribed:- ""James Spalding, died September 5th, 1919, aged 60 years"" ""Peace, perfect peace"""" It was covered with beautiful floral tributes. The mourners were: Mrs. J. Spalding (widow), Mr. H. Spalding (son), Mrs. A. E. Fromant and Miss Grace Spalding (daughters), Miss Kate Spalding (sister), Mrs. H. Spalding (daughter-in-law) and Mr. A. E. Fromant (son-in-law). Among the large number of villagers present were: tesdames J. Papworth, C. B. Pigott, Fred Handley, W. H. Pearmann, J. Street, W. Jackson, A. Abraham, E. Waldock, W. Pyett, J. Wagstaff, H. Parker, D. R. Short, A. Fromant and Messrs. C. Benton. Frank Havill, J. Whyatt, Len. Bull. Fred Webb and J. Papworth. The funeral arrangements were in the hands Mr. A. Abraham. Mrs. Spalding and family wish to thank all frionds for sympathy expressed in their bereavement."
"John Ralph SPRECKLEY","1917","BEDFORD TERRITORIAL KILLED: We regret to announce that news has been received of the death of Pte. John Ralph Spreckley, Bedfordshire Regiment, son of Mr and Mrs Spreckley, 10, Elstow-road, Bedford. He had been previously reported missing since April 28th, but it has now been ascertained that he was killed in the second battle of Arras. The deceased soldier joined up on September 5th, 1914, and went with his Battalion to the Gallipoli Peninsula, taking part in the famous landing at Suvla Bay on August 12th, 1915, and was in the advance of August 15th. He was invalided home with dysentery, and was sent to France on November 28th, 1916, since which hehad been in various engagements, and was a member of a Lewis machine gun section in the advance in which he lost his life. An officer wrote to his parents that, ""he was a brave and good soldier, and his fault - it it was one - was that he showed too much keenness and pluck."" In civil life Pte Spreckley was emplyed at Messrs Sanderson and Mills' works at Elstow."
"Algernon John STADEN","18 Mar 1949","BURY FREE PRESS: Mr. A. Staden dies. The death occurred recently of Mr. Algernon J. Staden, aged 54, at his home in 4, St. Mary's Square, Bury St. Edmunds. The funeral took place at the Borough Cemetery last Thursday. Mourners were: the widow and daughter, Mrs A. B. Armstrong, Mrs. A. Howlett (sisters), Mr L. Elsey (son-in-law), Mrs. Green (friend), Mr. D. Field, of Ridley's Paints, where Mr. Staden had been formerly employed. Mrs. A. Mackie and Mrs. J. Stiff (sisters) were unable to attend."
"Arthur Wellesley STADEN","15 Jan 1937","NEWCASTLE MORNING HERALD & MINERS' ADVOCATE: STADEN - The Relatives and Friends of Mrs F P Staden and family and Mrs J Shepherd, are invited to attend the funeral of their late beloved husband, father and son-in-law respectively, Arthur Wellesley Staden, to move from his late residence, 19 Phoebe-street, Islington, This Afternoon, at 2.45 o'clock, for Baptist Cemetery, Sandgate. David Lloyd, funeral director."
"Cecilia Annie STADEN","25 Feb 1941","THE TIMES: MACKIE:STADEN On Feb. 20 1941, at St John's Cross Church, Dundee, ALFRED WILLIAM WHITE MACKIE, C.I.E., I.C.S. (retired), to CECILIA ANNIE STADEN."
"Charles Edward STADEN","3 Nov 1906","NEWCASTLE MORNING HERALD & MINERS' ADVOCATE: STADEN - In loving remembrance of my dearly beloved husband, Charles Edward, who departed this life Nov. 3rd 1904. Dearly loved. Sadly missed. Inserted by his sorrowing wife, Jessie Staden"
"Charles Edward STADEN","3 Nov 1906","NEWCASTLE MORNING HERALD & MINERS' ADVOCATE: STADEN - In loving memory of our dear son and brother, Charles Edward Staden, who died suddenly at Wallsend Nov. 3rd 1904, aged 26 years. ""Where'er we look, where'er we turn, We miss his well-known face; A shadow o'er our life is cast, We miss the sunshine of his face."" Inserted by his loving father and mother, brothers and sister."
"Charles Thomas STADEN","14 Aug 1953","THETFORD & WATTON TIMES AND PEOPLE'S WEEKLY JOURNAL: PRESENTATIONS AT BRANDON TO REV.C.STADEN. Tributes to the work of the Rev. C T Staden, who has been Methodist minister at Brandon for five years and who leaves on Monday to become Superintendent Minister of the Acle Circuit, have been paid at presentations in the town. He will be succeeded by the Rev. Warren F Davies, from Watton. There was a large congregation on Thursday week when Mr E Goodman (senior society steward) presented Mr Staden with a cheque for £8 as a farewell gift from the Methodist Society of the London Road Church. Mr C E Mutton, who presided, referred to Mr Staden's faithful service. The minister, he said, was a firm believer in pictures as a visual aid in religious work and educations. With the changing world the method that was sufficient to satisfy the previous generation was not sufficient now. Other speakers were Mrs B Malt (Women's Bright Hour), Mr G W Grimmer, Mr Ian Mutton (Youth Club), Miss Gladys Parrott (on behalf of the congregation), and Mr J Dorling. Mr and Mrs Staden suitably replied. A service was held in the Town Street Methodist Church on Monday to present Mr Staden with a farewell gift. Mr R Edwards conducted the service and the Lesson was read by Mrs High. Mr F Challiss was organist. Appreciations of the work of Mr Staden were given by Mrs Royal and Mr L Norton. On behalf of the members and friends, the oldest member, Mrs Challiss, presented Mr Staden with a standard edition of the life of King George V. Mr and Mrs Staden thanked the members for their support. Writing in the ""Review"", the monthly newsletter of the Town Street Methodist Church, the Rev. C T Staden gave a farewell message. He says: ""I am thankful to have known so many faithful members, by whose loyalty the work of God has been maintained. Thank you for all the help you have given me."""
"Doris Irene STADEN","11 Dec 1914","NEWCASTLE MORNING HERALD & MINERS' ADVOCATE: FUNERALS: STADEN - Friends and relatives of Mr and Mrs Arthur Staden are invited to attend the Funeral of their dearly beloved Child, Doris Irene Staden: To move from Mrs Jane Taylor's residence, John-street, Plattsburg, THIS AFTERNOON at four o'clock, for General Cemetery, Wallsend."
"Doris Irene STADEN","26 Dec 1914","NEWCASTLE MORNING HERALD & MINERS' ADVOCATE: DEATHS: STADEN - Died, at her grandma's residence, John-street, Plattsburgh, on December 10, 1914, Doris Irene, dearly beloved infant daughter of Arthur and Pearl Staden, aged 10 months. Sadly missed."
"Edward STADEN","1 Oct 1818","THE SCOTS MAGAZINE: SHOCKING MURDERS AND SUICIDE.--A most melancholy circumstance occurred on the evening of the 10th in Southampton. Ann Staden, wife of Edward Staden, labourer, in the employ of Messrs Saunders, brewers, in fit of insanity, strangled her only two children, (both fine boys,) one seven years of age, and the other three, after which she hung herself on the cellar door. This tragical event has excited the deepest sympathy for the husband and father; who, on opening the front door of his house, was the first to discover his eldest child, Edward, a lifeless corpse the floor of the passage. Struck with horror and amazement, he flew upstairs, when, on turning down the bedclothes, he saw there his youngest child stretched out a corpse! Then, as a climax to the whole, his wife, hanging a corpse, in the cellar!"
"Eleanor STADEN","29 Mar 1918","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: DEATHS: STADEN - 15th March, at Station-road, St Ives, Eleanor Staden, aged 45 years."
"Frank STADEN","8 Oct 1915","CAMBRIDGE INDEPEPNDENT PRESS: Roll of Honour. Over forty recruits during the past week. The enlistments for this past week number just over 40. Saturday\'s Recruiting Rally, therefore, seems to have had some effect. The following have enlisted in Kitchener's Army this week:- Frank Staden, 133 Sedgwick Street."
"George STADEN","29 Oct 1920","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: ST IVES.
OBITUARY. The death of Mr George Staden, jun, youngest son of Mr and Mrs Staden, of Station-road, St Ives, occurred on Thursday of last week, at Papworth Hall, after a long and painful illness extending over a period of eight years. The funeral of the deceased took place in the Nonconformist Cemtery on Tuesday afternoon. Out of respect for Mr George Staden, sen., an old and valued servant of the firm, Messrs. Cotote & Warren's office was closed."
"George William STADEN","29 Dec 1928","BURY FREE PRESS: DEATHS: STADEN - At East Ham, George William Staden, aged 56 years, son of the late Joseph Charles Staden and Mrs Staden, senr., of Orchard Street, Bury St Edmunds"
"Hazel J STADEN","17 Nov 1933","NEWCASTLE MORNING HERALD & MINERS' ADVOCATE: STADEN - In loving memory of my dear little granddaughter, Hazel, who departed this life November 17, 1932. A patient little sufferer at rest. Inserted by her loving grandma, Jane Taylor."
"Jessie May STADEN","28 Nov 1899","CAMBRIDGE DAILY NEWS: ACCIDENT TO A LITTLE GIRL. On Monday morning about mid-day an accident occurred to a little girl named Jessie Staden, 2 1/2 years of age, living at No. 105, Gwydir-street. It appears that she was playing in the road in Gwydir-street when she was knocked down by a horse and cart, driven by Mr Redfern, butcher. The wheel of the cart, passing over her body, caused internal injuries. She was taken to Addenbrooke's Hospital, where she was detained."
"Jessie May STADEN","29 Nov 1899","CAMBRIDGE DAILY NEWS: THE ACCIDENT TO A LITTLE GIRL. Mr J Redfern of Gwydir-street writes: ""On reading your paper I see you state that I was driving the horse and cart that went over the child, Jessie Staden, and that she was playing on the street. My man, A Blackwell, was driving, and my son was riding with him. The child ran out of a passage, and ran under the wheel. I was not in the street at the time."
"John Thomas STADEN","23 Sep 1939","BURY FREE PRESS: The funeral took place at the Bury St Edmund's Cemetery yesterday (Thursday) afteroon of Mr John Thomas Staden, of 1, Clay Cottages, Shakers' Lane, whose death occurred on Sunday. Mr Staden was 73 yeears of age and was well-known in the town. He was the son of the late Mr Charles Staden, of Orchard Street, where for some years he carried out a business as a decorator. The funeral service was conducted by the Rev. G W A Jones (curate of the Cathedral Church of St James). The mourners were: Mr A J Staden, Mrs Armstrong, Miss C Staden, Mr R Staden, Mrs Stiff and Mrs Howlett *sons and daughters), Mr J Stiff (son-in-law), Mr and Mrs C F Felton (brother-in-law and sister), and Mr and Mrs G Bourne, Cambridge (brother-in-;aw and sister). Among others present were: Mr and Mrs A E Harding, Mr H J Palmer, Mr J G Miller, Mr C F Lusher, Mr S Staden, Mrs Boreham, Mrs Baker & Miss Earle. The funeral arrangements were carried out by Messrs. F Clutterham & Son, Bury St Edmunds."
"Stanley Frank STADEN","30 Nov 1918","BURY FREE PRESS: BURY LAD KILLED BY MACHINE GUN BULLET. Mr and Mrs J T Staden, of Eastgate Street, Bury St Edmund's, have received official intimation of the death in action, in France, of their second son, Cpl Stanley Frank Staden, 9722, Suffolk Regiment. In a letter to the bereaved parents, the Chaplain of the battalion writes: ""I am very sorry to tell you what you perhaps already know - that your son was killed instantly by a machine-gun bullet through the head during a very gallant attempt to cross the bridge at Maneches on October 27th. His grave is in the garden of the house on the left-hand side of the road over the bridge coming from Sepnues. His body was in the hand of the Germans, and I give them the credit for performing the last offices and placing a cross over the grave. It will be hard for you to bear this sorrow in the midst of universal rejoicings. May God comfort you and help you to feel that your brave son has given his precious life for the cause best worth living or dying for.""
Corpl.Staden enlisted on August 8th, 1914, and was drafted overseas the following July. He was wounded in February, 1916, his wounds necessitating his return to England for hospital treatment, and after three months was sent back to France. For bravery in the field he was awarded the Military Medal last summer, and came home on leave last September, returning to duty on October 3rd.
The deceased lad was only 21 years of age. He was well known in the borough, and his cheery and lovable nature ensured for him a host of friends wherever he went. Sincere and heartfelt sympathy is extended to the parents in their sorrow."
"Thomas STADEN","4 Jun 1903","SHEFFIELD DAILY TELEGRAPH: STRANGE AFFAIR AT BUXTON. SUPPOSED SUICIDE THROUGH BEING BEATEN. Yesterday the body of Thomas Staden, 21, Fairfield, Buxton, was found floating in a pond by some boys. Deceased left his home eight weeks ago, after having complained to his father that he had been beaten by some one. His face was marked, and he declined to go to work disfigured; but it was thought he had joined the army. The alleged cause of the bother with the man who beat him was because the deceased had run over his dog."
"Thomas STADEN","6 Jun 1903","DERBYSHIRE COURIER: On Wednesday the body of Thomas Staden, 21, of Fairfield, Buxton, was found floating in a pond. He left home eight weeks ago, having complained that he had been beaten by a man because he had run over the man's dog."
"Alice Julia STEEL","22 Aug 1925","BURY FREE PRESS: 14. Orchard Street, who died somewhat suddenly on Friday evening, after an operation at Norwich. The deceased lady, who was the widow the late Mr. Joseph Chas. Staden, who carried on business as a plumber and decorator in Orchard Street, was a much respected inhabitant of the borough, and the unexpected news of her decease caused a shock in St. John's parish, where she had resided for many years. She was born in Bury, being a daughter of the late Mr and Mrs. Steel, and she had lived in the town all her life. Mrs. Staden was a keen Conservative and belonged to the Women's Unionist Association and the Constitutional Club. The chief mourners at the funeral comprised Mr. S.C. Staden and Mr E P J. Staden (sons), Mrs James and Mrs. Purdv (daughters), Mr. Purdy (son-in-law) Mrs Lieulette (aunt) and Mrs. E.P.J.Staden. Mr. Cecil (Staden (son) was unable to be present, being in New Zealand. Amongst others present were Aid. C F Felton, Mrs and Miss Pell, Mrs Williams and Miss Williams, Mr. L W Earle, MrsRidgeon, Mrs Reeve, Miss Arbon, etc.There were several choice floral tributes, including those from members of the family, Mr and Mrs C F Felton and MissEffie Felton, Mrs Williams and MissWilliams, Mr. A. A. Williams and Mrs Williams, a few members of the ConstitutionalClub, G.N. and C. Croger, A.C. Beach, Mr and Mrs D.B. Capon, Mr.and Mrs F. W. Tozer, Mr. and Mrs. Smith and family (Hunted Stag Inmn), Mrs. Mawe, 15 Orchard Street. The service was conducted by the Rev. E. W. Adams. Vicar of St. John?s."
"James Wilson STEWARD","13 Sep 1918","CHELMSFORD CHRONICLE: ESSEX ROLL OF HONOUR. Bdr. JW Steward, RHA, son of Mr and Mrs Steward, of Parley Beams, Halstead, has died of wounds. He had been four years in the army. At one time Mr and Mrs Steward had four sons in the forces."
"Joseph William STUBBINS","24 Apr 1971","CAMBRIDGE DAILY NEWS
Deaths: Stubbins
Joseph, William, of “Hillcrest”, 16 Ely Road, Streatham, beloved husband of Elsie Stubbins, peacefully in hospital on April 22, 1971, aged 81 years. Service at Saint Jameses church Streatham on Tuesday, April 27 at 12:30 pm, followed by cremation at Cambridge crematorium. No flowers or letters please but donations may be left at Lloyds bank Ely for RAF Hospital patients fund."
"Mary Chadd SYDAL","24 Apr 1885","STAMFORD MERCURY: DEATHS: ELY. April 17 - Mary Chadd wife of Henry Kempton, of Ely, Cambs, and eldest daughter of the late Captain Daniel Sydal of King's Lynn, 50."
"Mary THOMPSON","11 Apr 1952","BIGGLESWADE CHRONICLE: Death of Mrs SM Pates. The death occurred on Saturday of Mrs SM Pates of 71 Potton Road, at the great age of 93 years. The funeral took place at the cemetery on Tuesday, when the mourners were Mr E Pates and Mr W Pates (sons); Mrs A Matthews, Miss F Pates, Mrs A Waring, Mrs J Smith (daughters); Messrs A Matthews, A Waring and J Smith (sons-in-law); Mrs C Dean, Miss D Pates, Mr R Pates, Mr S Pates, Miss B Pates, Mr C Dean (grandchildren, Mrs E Pates (daughter-in-law) was unable to attend.
Wreaths were from: Ern and Fan; Wilf, Alice and family; Ett, Art and Rose; Flo; Beat, Art and family; Gert, Jack and family; Bett and Reg; Win, Charlie and Ken; Sid and Doll; Les, Cliff, Florrie and grandchildren; Sid, Con and Rosemary; Emma; Flo, George and family; Dais and Jack; Bernard, Doris and Joyce; M and W Northwood; Mrs Richardson (Biggleswade); Mrs Richardson (Beeston); Mrs Woodward and family; Ivy and Jack; Mrs F Albone; Doreen and Bill; Mrs Covington; Miss Coulton (Clapham): 63-65, Potton Road; Mrs Armstrong, Lill and Muriel; Mr and Mrs Barham and Bob; Violets from Baby Sandra."
"Caroline Henrietta Ann TURNER","13 Jan 1902","GLOUCESTERSHIRE ECHO: MARRIAGES: MARILLIER DE PROVENCE - TURNER-DUNLOP.- Jan. 7, at the Pro-Catherdral, Clifton, with Papal Blessing, by the Rev. Father M Gavin, SJ, of Farm-street, Berkley-square, W., assisted by the Very Rev. Monsignoer Russell, VG, Provost of Clifton, and the Rev. H V Mather, Horatio John Anthony Marillier de Provence, oldest son of the Rev. J F Marillier,MA, Vicar of Much Dewchurch, Herefordshire, grandson o fJ F Marillier de PRovence, of Lucene, and Playerne, Vaud, to Caroline Henrietta Ann Theresa, only child of the late Thomas Turner, of Kilbowie, Dumbartonshire, JP DL, and widow of George Dunlop."
"Percy VINTNER","3 Feb 1912","BEDFORDSHIRE TIMES & INDEPENDENT: UPPER CALDECOTE. We regret to record the sad death of a young Grenadier Guardsman, Percy Vintner, the second son of Mr and Mrs Ernest Vintner, of this village, which took place on Friday, the 16th, from meningitis. His age was 21, and he was a young man of very fine physique. He joined the Grenadiers six months ago. He was stationed at Caterham. Some time ago he contracted fever, and spent some weeks in the hospital, and was apparently going on well, as on February 9th he came home on holiday. On the next day he was taken ill, and passed away on the following Friday. The funeral took place at the Church on Monday, in the presence of many sympathisers, the Rev F S Scaright officiating. The hymn ""Jesu lover of my soul"" was sung, and Miss Dalton, at the organ, played appropriate music as the cortege passed to the grave. Messts E Godfrey, L Butcher, D and H Wagstaff, F Watts, and G Osborn, friends of deceased, acted as bearers. The mourners were Mr and Mrs E Vintner, Miss May, Beatrice, Elsie, and Leslie Vintner, Mrs Vintner (Old Warden), Miss Norman (Sandy), Mr and Mrs Scott, and Mr Woodward (Northill), Mrs Field (Stotfold), and Mr Vintner (Old Warden). Floral tributes were sent by Miss Alice Norman (Sandy), the Rev F S Scaright and family, and by the members of the Caldecote Men?s Club."
"Charles Arthur WARNER","29 May 1942","BIGGLESWADE CHRONICLE: DEATHS - WARNER. At St Peter's Hospital, Bedford, on May 26th, Charles Arthur Warner, of Biggleswade, aged 61 years."
"Charles Arthur WARNER","29 May 1942","BIGGLESWADE CHRONICLE: DEATH OF MR C A WARNER. We regret to record the death of Mr Charles Arthur Warner, of 41 Lawrence Road, Biggleswade, which occured at St Peter's Hospital, Bedford, on Tuesday, at the age of 61. A native of Biggleswade, Mr Warner was the son of the late Mr & Mrs George Warner, of 41, Lawrence Road. He had been ill for five weeks, but was admitted to hospital on the Saturday before his death. He was a foreman at Messrs Wells & Winch's Brewere, where he had been employed for 50 years. During the Great War he served with, among other regiments, the Durham Light Infantry, as Sergeant-Cook, from 1916-19. His wife and two daughters, Mrs S W Bonfield and Mrs Potton, are left to mourn their loss. The funeral takes place to-morrow (Saturday) afternoon at 2pm at the Methodist Church and 2.30 at the Cemetery."
"Charles Arthur WARNER","5 Jun 1942","BIGGLESWADE CHRONICLE: THE LATE MR C A WARNER. The funeral of the late Mr Charles Arthur Warner, of 41, Lawrence Road, Biggleswade, whose death at the age of 61 we recorded last week, took place at Biggleswade on Saturday, a service at the Trinity Methodist church preceding the interment in the Cemetery, conducted by the Rev. J H Slate (superintendent Methodist minister). The hymns, ""The King of Love"" and ""In Heavenly love abiding"" were sung. The mourners were Mrs Warner (widow) Mr and Mrs S W Bonfield, Mr and Mrs V Potton (sons-in-law and daughters), MR G Warner, Mr J Warner (brothers), Mr and Mrs Harlow (brother-in-law and sister), Mrs Bell, Mr and Mrs Potton (friends), Mr and Mrs W Pates, Mr and Mrs J Henderson, Mr and Mrs M Pates, Mrs Wisson (brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law). The wreaths were inscribed: To my loved one.- From his loving Wife. ""Till we meet again."" In grateful and loving memory of the best, and dearest of Dads, From Doris and Sam. ""To the brightest of all meetings, Bring us Jesu Christ at last."" With love- from Marge and Vic. In loving memory - from Jack and Sara. With deepest sympathy and fondest memories of all times - From Maurice, Ellen and Doreen. ""Rest in Peace."" In fond memory and sympathy- from Gertie and Jim. From May and Jack, with our love. To great grandad - From his girls. ""Goodnight and God bless you"". ""In remembrance"" from Agnes, Tom and Brian. Happy memories of a dear brother - From Ada and Frank, Clara and Jack. ""One of the dearest, one of the best, God in his mercy took him to rest."" In affectionate remembrance of a dear brother - from George and Clara and family. To Uncle Art in fond remembrance - Leslie and Betty. To our dear Uncle Arthur - from Marjorie and Margaret, Liverpool. With sincere sympathy - from the neighbours. With deepest sympathy - from Mr and Mrs R P Wilson. With sincere sympathy - from Mr and Mrs H Sharp, of Southsea. In loving memory - Will and Kitt and the girls, Kitty, Rene and Betty ""Until the day break"". With deepest sympathy - from the Directors of Messrs. Wells & Winch Ltd. In loving memory - from Vi, Harry, Jen and Muriel. With sincere sympathy - from his fellow employees at Messrs. Wells & Winch Ltd. With our deepest sympathy - from F C and E Bonfield. In affectionate remembrance - from Mr and Mrs A Potton, Langford. In loving memory of a life-long friend, from a pal to a pal - from Mr and Mrs W Waring ""Thy will be done."" In ever loving memory of Arthur - from Mr and Mrs F Milton, 29, Rose Lane, Biggleswade. ""RIP""."
"Charles Arthur WARNER","5 Jun 1942","BIGGLESWADE CHRONICLE: ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: Warner. The widow and family of the late Mr Warner wish to thank all kind friends for the sympathy shown them in their recent bereavement; also for the beautiful flowers sent. 41, Lawrence Road, Biggleswade."
"Richard Howe WATSON","13 Oct 1916","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: ROLL OF HONOUR. GIRTON. News has reached Girton that Pte. Richard (Dick) Watson, of the Suffolks, has been killed in action. The information was received in a letter written to his parents by one of his chums, Pte. Impey, of Dry Drayton. He appears to have been shot by a sniper. Pte. Watson was called up under the Derby Scheme, and had only been in France a short time. He was formerly employed at Messrs Chivers' Works at Histon. He has four other brothers serving with the colours, one of whom joined the Royal Flying Corps during the past week."
"Catherine WATTS","15 Jan 1869","STAMFORD MERCURY: Remarkable Genealogy. Mrs Catherine Culpin, mother of Mr James Culpin, Godmanchester, died on the 7th inst., at the advanced age of 86. She was twice married, and mother of 15 children. She has had 89 grandchildren, 62 great grandchildren, and 1 great great grandchild, number in all 167. At the time of her death 130 were living. She was a member of the Independent church, St Ives, for 43 years."
"Catherine WATTS","16 Jan 1869","CAMBRIDGE CHRONICLE & JOURNAL: Extraordinary Genealogy.- The following interesting and extraordinary genealogy we publish this week. Mrs Catherine Culpin, mother of Mr James Culpin, currier of this place, has departed this life at the advanced age of 86. She was twice married, and was the mother of fifteen children, eighty-nine grandchildren, sixty-two great grandchildren, and one great great grandchild, numbering in all 167. At the time of her death, 130 survived out of the number."
"James WATTS","24 Jan 1913","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: DEATHS: WATTS.-18th January, at Quy, James Watts, aged 76 years."
"James WATTS","18 Apr 1913","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: CARPENTER'S £4,000 ESTATE. Mr James Watts, of Quy, Cambridge, carpenter, whose death occurred on January 18th, has left estate valued at £4,423 0s 9d, with net personalty £2,144 18s. Probate has been granted to Mr James Watts, of 230, Mill Road, Cambridge, wheelwright, and Mr Tom Watts, Quy, wheelwright, his sons."
"James Harold WATTS","18 Jan 1901","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: DEATHS: WATTS.-January 10, at 260, Mill Road, Cambridge, James H Watts, aged 6"
"Ernest WEBB","17 Jul 1958","CAMBRIDGE DAILY NEWS: Deaths: WEBB On Wednesday July 16th 1958 at 23 Panton Street, Cambridge, Ernest Webb passed peacefully away aged 82 years. Funeral service on Saturday July 19th at Hills Road Methodist Church 19.45am (sic). Interment at the City Cemetery."
"Ernest WEBB","23 Jul 1958","CAMBRIDGE DAILY NEWS: Acknowledgements: The family of the late Mr E Webb, of 23 Panton Street, wish to thank all friends and neighbours for messages of sympathy and floral tributes received by them during their sad bereavement."
"Florence WEBB","3 Nov 1913","CAMBRIDGE DAILY NEWS: THE LATE MRS G NEWELL. Funeral at Cambridge. The funeral of Mrs Newell, wife of Mr George William Newell, stationmaster of St Ives, and daughter of the late Mr James Webb, of 13 Russell Street, Cambridge, took place on Friday afternoon at Cambridge. The first part of the service was held at Hills Road Wesleyan Chapel and was conducted by the Rev Jas. Lewis. The chief mourners were: Mr George William Newell (husband), Mr and Mrs Herbert J Webb and Mr and Mrs James Webb (brothers and sisters-in-law), Mr Ernest Webb (brother), Mr Fred Webb, Landbeach (uncle), Mrs Newell (mother-in-law), Mr and Mrs E W Moss, Miss E Staden (niece). Friends present were Mr and Mrs Wm Allen, Mr and Mrs W N Jacob, Mrs Whiteman, Mrs Croft, Mrs Southwell, Mrs R F Maris, Mrs Herbert (Whittlesea), Mr Horsepool (stationmaster, Haverhill), Messrs Stokes, Pollentine and Hindes (representing staff of St Ives station). Also present at the interment in Mill Road Cemetery were Mrs Kemp, Mrs Plumb, Mrs Munns, Mr John Tyler and Miss Bridges. Floral tributes were received as follows:- From her loving husband; from Mother; Herb. and Carrie (Mr Herb Webb); Jim and Lill (Mr James Webb); Uncle Fred and Aunt Polly; Ernest and May (Mr and Mrs Moss); the Staff, St Ives Station; Mrs Kemp; Mr and Mrs Horsepool (Haverhill); Mr and Mrs C Baker (Haverhill); Mr and Mrs F Clarke (Beccles); Mr and Mrs N F Herbert (Whittlesea); Mr and Mrs Barlow (Histon); Mr and Mrs Perkins (St Ives); Mrs R F Maris. The coffin bore the following inscription: ""Florence Newell, died October 28th 1913, aged 46."" The funeral arrangements were carried out by Messrs Eaden Lilley and Co. of Cambridge.
Mr G W Newell desires to thank the many friends who have written sympathising with him in his bereavement and asks them to accept this intimation."
"Frederick WEBB","29 Nov 1901","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: CRUELTY TO A MARE. Sidney Greenall, aged 16, a labourer, and Frederick Webb, aged 49, a brewer of Landbeach, were summoned for cruelty illtreating a mare, the former by working it, and the latter by causing it to be worked, while in an unfit state, at Waterbeach, on the 11th November. Both defendants pleaded not guilty. PC Brooke said that he saw the defendant Greenall on the day in question in charge of a horse attached to a cart, laden with about a ton and a half of coal, in Station-road, Waterbeach. His attention was drawn to the mare by a sack which was under the saddle, and he examined the animal, with the result that he found a large open wound upon the back under the saddle. The flesh was very much inflamed, and blood and matter were oozing from the wound. He produced the sack, upon which was a large blot of blood, The lad Greenall informed witness that his master knew of the condition of the mare, and that he told him to put the sacking over it, to prevent chafing. Subsequently witness saw Webb, who admitted that the horse had had a bad back for over a week. PS Salmon corroborated. Oliver Driver, Inspector of the RSPCA, said he examined the horse two days after the discovery, and found the wound as described, very much inflamed. The defendant Webb said the wound was a new one, and he did not think it was very bad. A fine of 10s and costs, was imposed on Webb, and 2s 6d without costs, upon Greenall."
"Frederick WEBB","11 Apr 1903","CAMBRIDGE DAILY NEWS: NO LICENCE. Frederick Webb, publican, of Landbeach, was summoned for keeping a dog without a licence, at Landbeach, on April 7th. Defendant pleaded guilty. PC Greygoose stated that he saw a dog on the defendant's premises. Defendant said he had not a licence, but he would take one out that night. Defendant remarked that he did not intend to defraud the Revenue. Fined 15s and costs."
"Frederick WEBB","18 May 1906","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: LANDBEACH-EMPLOYING CHILD LABOUR. A summons for employing Victor Greenall, a child of ten years, at Landbeach, on April 6th, was heard against Frederick Webb, aged 42, a farmer and publican of Landbeach, at the Cambridge Division Petty Sessions on Saturday. Mr W H Ingle, school attendance officer, produced a certificate showing that the boy was absent from school on April 6th, and state that he saw the lad working on the defendant's farm on that day. The defendant had been warned on several occasions for employing not only that boy, but one or two other boys. The defendant stated that he clothed and maintained the boy, and he thought it was a pity he could not employ him now and again. A fine of 10s and costs was imposed."
"Frederick WEBB","4 Oct 1920","CAMBRIDGE DAILY NEWS: ABSOLUTELY STARVING. William Harwin and Frederick Stanley Harwin, both of 8, Montague-road, Cambridge, were summoned for stealing three stones of growing potatoes, value 4s., the property of Frederick Webb, of Landbeach. PS Cross stated that he saw the defendants riding bicycles from Milton to Landbeach. When opposite the Mereway they dismounted, and led their bicycles down the way to Mr Webb's field. They entered the field with bags, and later came out and placed the bags on their bicycles, and were about to leave when witness accosted them. He found the bags to contain a quantity of potatoes and some swede turnips and kohl rabi, which William Harwin said they had taken because they were absolutely starving. Mr Webb said he had investigated the case, and found that defendants were very badly off, and were practically in a state of starvation. He did not wish to press the case. Defendants were bound over for 12 months."
"George WEBB","13 Jul 1917","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: KIRTLING FARM. Messrs. Westley and Son, of Soham, sold by auction, on Tuesday, at the Rutland Arms Hotel, Newmarket, the farm and residence known as Bachelor's Hall, in the above parish. The property extended to 87a, 1r. 37p., and included a comfortable dwelling house. Mr George Webb, of Burwell, ws declared the purchaser at £1,565. Mr G A Wootten, of Cambridge, was the solicitor for the vendor."
"George WEBB","2 Apr 1934","CAMBRIDGE DAILY NEWS: DEATH OF MR GEO. WEBB. Well-Known Farmer & County Councillor. Many people in town and county will learn with regret of the passing of Councillor George Webb, of Burwell. He had not enjoyed good health for some time, but with constant care and attention he had partially recovered. On Friday he was taken suddenly ill, and his condition rapidly became serious, and he passed away at his residence, Berkeley House, Burwell, on Saturday evening. Mr Webb, who was in his 80th year, was a typical British farmer of the bluff old school and one of the oldest members of the Cambs County Council. He was a native of the county, having been born at Landbeach. Of a genial and kindly disposition, he was much liked and respected. As a great supporter of the Congregational Church, he will be greatly missed. On the County Council he was not given to much talking, but on occasion expressed his views vigorously and his shrewd remarks were always listened to with respect. He was never a dull speaker, and generally contrived to put the Council in a good humour by his lively sallies and interjections. He was a strong supporter of the Liberal cause in the days of the late Mr E S Montagu.
He leaves a widow, fours sons and two daughters. The funeral will be at the Congregational Church, Burwell, on Thursday, at 3pm."
"George WEBB","6 Apr 1934","CAMBRIDGE DAILY NEWS: Funeral at Burwell. The funeral of Mr George Webb, of Berkeley House, Burwell, took place at Burwell on Thursday afternoon. Mr Webb was a well-known agriculturist and Cambs. County Councillor. The funeral service was held in the Congregational Chapel, of which Mr Webb was a great friend, and the interment followed in the chapel yard. The Rev R C Jude officiated, and the hymn ""Give me the wings of faith to rise"" was sung. Mrs Percy Doe was at the organ. A TRIBUTE In the course of some remarks, the Rev R C Jude said, ""We are suffering a great and deep sense of loss today in the departure of our beloved friend. I am sure there is not one here but what has some reason to regret his loss from our midst. We who belong to this Christian fellowship and church in Burwell, and the friends who are associated together at Reach, feel we have lost one who has been a great friend and helper during the greater part of his life. He went in and out among us with his good feelings and sympathies and wise advice, always in his place on the Lord's Day, constant in attendance and devotion to us in all our efforts and organisations, taking a great interest in us all personally, always meeting us with cheer, always looking on the bridge side of things, and always ready to encourage us on our way.""
The members of the Church, and the children in the Sunday School looked upon him with very real affection. They had cause to be grateful that God had spared his life so long. He was always ready to help all denominations and to recognise all Christian efforts. They felt his loss would be felt far beyond anything they could measure. Within the sphere of business life they had lost one who had been known for his industry, uprightness and consideration for those dependent on him. He had lived a long and honourable life, and his passing was not a defeat, but a victory. He had been taken to God like a shock of corn gathered in due season. They all joined together in the true sympathies to his wife, children and members of his family.
The coffin was of polished oak, with oxydised silver fittings, and bore an engraved plate with the inscription: ""George Webb, died 31st March 1934, aged 79 years."" The brick grave was lined with evergreens and flowers. The immediate mourners were: Mrs Webb (widow), Mr George Webb (son), Mr Fred Webb (brother), Miss Webb (niece), Mr and Mrs W D Greenall (nephew and niece), Mr and Mrs Herbert Webb (nephew and niece), Mr and Mrs Ernest Webb (nephew and niece), Mr W Greenall (nephew), Mrs Stokes (niece), Mr Albert Orpwood (nephew), Mr F Greenall (nephew), Mr L Greenall (nephew), Mrs Johnson and Mr Driver. Six employees, Messrs S Millard, C Fletcher, G Bowyer, S Sturgeon, T King and C Millard, acted as bearers, and other employees, headed by two foremen, Messrs H Bowyer (Kirtling) and F Bowyer (Reach), followed the cortege to the church. The Burwell branch of the British Legion was represented by Messrs P Grainger, J Clack, B Warren and W Fuller. Among others present at the church were the following: Mrs J Avis, Mrs C Adams, Miss Adams, Mrs Audley, Mr C R Bennett (County Agricultural Officer), Mrs H R Buck, Mr and Mrs W Blackwell, Miss Bourton, Miss Bowyer (Reach), Mrs O Badcock (Reach), Mrs Burrell, Mrs Bonnett, Mr and Mrs G Blackwell, Mr and Mrs E Butler, Mrs Black, Mrs F Blackwell, Mr E Bond, Mr W Clark, Mrs EW Cornwell (Reach), Mr L J Chater (Cambridge), Mrs J Dunn (representing Senior School Managers), Mr W Dunn (superintendent of Swaffham Commissioners), Mr and Mrs A Deny, Mrs Dean, Mr EWH Diver (Isleham), Mr G Edwards, Mr C Edwards (Hauxton), Councillor EO Fordham, Mr J Fuller, Mr and Mrs WP Fuller, Mrs H Fuller, Mr G Fuller, Mr J Friend (Cambridge), Mr and Mrs A Fuller, Mrs Flack, Councillor HW Game, Miss O Game, Mr DB Ginn (Cambridge). Mr and Mrs W Hales and Mr Hales jun (Linton), Mrs J Hatley, Mr H Howard (Newmarket), Mr I Harries, Mr C Hawkes, Mr S Holttum (Linton), Mrs G Heaton. Ald WC Jackson (Chairman, Cambs County Council), Miss Jennings, Mrs A Johnson (Reach), Mrs King, Mr T Lawrence, Mr Lenoir, Mrs Mole, Mr and Mrs G Mansfield, Mrs T Martin, Mr W Mason, Mr B Murfitt (Impington), Mr O Mason, Mr and Mrs BC Mitcham, Mrs Neale, Mrs Nunn, Mrs R Palmer, Mr H Peachey, Mr and Mrs FG Parker (Mildenhall), Mr GE Palmer, Mrs Parr, Mr and Mrs G Parr, Mr R Ready, Mrs Redgell (Reach), Mrs Rose, Mrs H Roe (Reach), Mr F Sayers, Mr JG Sayers (Cambridge), Mrs E Stinton (Reach), Mrs N Saunders, Miss Stevens, Mrs W Stevens, Mr J Turner, Mr Ashley Tabrum (Clerk to Cambs County Council), Mrs Treleven, Mr F Thompson, Mr Vincent, Mr W Varney Webb (Chief Constable), Mr M Warren, Mr Healey Wilson, Mrs Ephraim Warren, Supt. W Winter, Mr J Wilson, Mr and Mrs FG Watson, Mr EP Wedd (Meldreth), Mr and Mrs J Wheeler (Newmarket), Mrs J Watson.
The funeral arrangements were carried out by Mr W P Fuller, Burwell."
"Georgina Flossie Yeomans WEBB","10 May 1918","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: BIRTH: WEBB.- 4th May, at Berkeley House, Burwell, to Councillor and Mrs G Webb, a daughter."
"Georgina Flossie Yeomans WEBB","1 Nov 1918","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: DEATHS: WEBB.- 24th October, at Berkeley House, Burwell, Georgina Flossie Yeomans, the beloved infant daughter of Counciller and Mrs G Webb, aged 6 months. Deeply regretted."
"Herbert Ernest WEBB","13 Nov 2000","CAMBRIDGE EVENING NEWS: Acknowledgement: WEBB. The family of the late Herbert (Chubb) would like to thank all relatives, friends and neighbours, for the kindness shown and donations to Cancer Research received during their recent sad loss. Thanks to all who attended the funeral service, their presence was of great comfort. A special thanks to the staff in Wards G4 and C10, Addenbrooke's Hospital, for their care and attention. Please accept this as the only acknowledgement."
"Herbert James WEBB","14 Apr 1949","CAMBRIDGE DAILY NEWS: DEATHS: WEBB. On Tuesday, April 12th, 1949 at Addenbrooke's Hospital, Herbert James Webb of 13 Russell Street, Cambridge aged 83 years. Funeral service on Saturday April 16th at Hills Road Methodist Church at 3pm. Interment Mill Road Cemetery."
"Herbert James WEBB","28 Apr 1949","CAMBRIDGE DAILY NEWS: LOCAL FUNERALS: Mr H J Webb. The funeral of Mr Herbert James Webb, of 13 Russell Street, who died on April 12th, aged 83 years, took place on April 16th. The service in Hills Road Methodist Church and the interment in Mill Road Cemetery were conducted by the Rev. John Crowlesmith.
Immediate mourners were: Mr & Mrs E Webb (brother and sister-in-law), Mrs K Staden (sister), Miss R Lake, Mrs & Mrs H Webb, Mrs Halford, Mr Clark, Mr & Mrs Johnson, Mr & Mrs Rolfe, Mr B Webb (nephews & nieces). Many friends were also present. The funeral arrangements were undertaken by the Co-operative Funeral Services. Mr & Mrs E Webb, Miss Aldridge and Miss Lake wish to tender sincere thanks for the messages of sympathy and beautiful floral tributes."
"James WEBB","19 Apr 1895","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: DEATHS: WEBB - April 13, at Landbeach, James Webb, age 83"
"James WEBB","27 Apr 1895","BURY FREE PRESS: DEATHS: WEBB - April 13th, at Landbeach, Cambs, Mr James Webb, farmer, late of Burwell, aged 81 years."
"James WEBB","26 Aug 1913","CAMBRIDGE DAILY NEWS: The late Mr J Webb; Interment at Mill Road Cemetery
The funeral of Mr James Webb, of 13 Russell Street, who carried on business at a coach and general smith for 48 years in Cambridge, took place on Monday at 2.15pm. The service was conducted by the Rev James Lewis, the first part being held in the Wesleyan Church, Hills Road, and the interment at Mill Road cemetery. The procession was met at the graveside by a large gathering of friends and employees of Mr Webb. The chief mourners were Mr Herbert James Webb (son), Mrs Staden (daughter), Messrs James and Ernest Webb (sons), Nellie Webb and Maude Staden (grandchildren), Mr & Mrs Fred Webb (brother and sister in law), Mrs Greenall (sister), Mr & Mrs H Orpwood (brother in law and sister), Mr G W Newell (son in law), Mrs H J Webb, Mrs James Webb and Mrs Ernest Webb, Mr E Bolton, Mr WW Bolton and Mr G Bolton.
The coffin was plain oak, with brass fittings, bearing the inscription ""James Webb, died August 21st 1913 aged 70"". The floral tributes bore the following inscriptions: Dear Dad, from his devoted family; from all his loving grandchildren; heartfelt and true sympathy from A Bridges; In remembrance from Mrs Kemp; much sympathy from his loving brother and sister, Fred & P Webb; deepest sympathy from his loving brother and sister A & H Orpwood; deepest sympathy from his old friends Mr & Mrs W W Bolton; with sympathy from Alexander Mackintosh and William Mackintosh; a tribute of sincere sympathy from Mr & Mrs Harper.
The family of the late Mr James Webb return their sincere thanks to all friends for kindness and sympathy show to them in their great sorrow."
"Vera Elsie WEBB","5 Sep 2000","CAMBRIDGE EVENING NEWS: DEATHS: JOHNSON. Vera, of Panton St, died peacefully, in hospital on Thursday August 31st 2000, in her 88th year, dearest aunt of Janet and Charles. Funeral service at St Paul?s Church, Hills Road, on Monday September 11th at 2.00pm, followed by cremation. Family flowers only but, if desired, donations made payable to World Cancer Research Fund may be sent to Co-operative Funeral Service, 34 James Street, Cambridge CB1 1HQ."
"Vera Elsie WEBB","21 Sep 2000","CAMBRIDGE EVENING NEWS: ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: JOHNSON. The family of the late Vera, of Panton Street, Cambridge, wish to express their sincere thanks to everyone who has sent cards and messages of sympathy during their recent sad loss. Thanks also to those who attended the service at St Paul?s Church and sent donations in Vera?s memory. A total of £389, so far, has been donated to World Cancer Research Fund. Please accept this as the only acknowledgement."
"Emily WELCH","30 Jan 1903","SHEPTON MALLET JOURNAL: Death of Mrs. Kempton. Her many former pupils will learn with regret of the death of Mrs Kempton, who, for a long series of years was schoolmistress at the Church schools in Shepton Mallet. Originally she was at Bowlish Schools, but on the building of the Kilver Street School she was appointed to the chief post there, and retained it from the opening till some eight years ago, when her health gave way, and she became a permanent invalid. Her skill as a teacher was very widely recognised, and so long as her health was good the results of the examinations periodically by the Government and Diocesan Inspectors were eminently satisfactory. Very great sympathy was felt for her in the sad affliction which clouded her recent years, and deprived her of the pleasures of association with old friends. For several weeks her condition has been precarious, and she passed away early yesterday morning at her residence in Whitstone Road, at the age of 54. The cause of death was exhaustion following cerebral hemorrhage. Several of Mrs. Kempton's family have adopted the scholastic profession, and have served or are serving at Kilver Street, Waterloo Road and Bowlish schools, and elsewhere. The funeral we understand has been fixed to take place the Cemetery, on Monday afternoon next, at 3 o'clock. "
"Emily WELCH","6 Feb 1903","WESTERN GAZETTE: DEATHS: KEMPTON - Jan. 29, at Whitstone-road, Shepton Mallet, Emily, wife of Frederick Kempton, aged 54."
"Emily WELCH","6 Feb 1903","WESTERN GAZETTE: THE LATE MRS KEMPTON. The funeral of the late Mrs Emily Kempton, a former schoolmistress at Bowlish and Kilver Street Schools, took place on Monday afternoon last. It was, of course, of a private character, the husband and family of the deceased being the sole mourners, but a number of the old scholars and residents in Kilver Street were present at the Cemetery. Amongst several handsome wreaths were one ""With deepest sympathy, from the head teachers of the Shepton Mallet National Schools"", and another ""With Mr Douglas Mackay's sympathy and in remembrance of the old Kilver Street school days."" The funeral was impressively conducted by the Rev. R L Jones, rector. The flag was half-masted at Kilver Street School."
"Horace Langford WESLEY","31 Aug 1917","ELY STANDARD: STRETHAM. Official news has been received in Stretham of the death from wounds, which occurred at one of the Canadian Casualty Clearing Stations, on Aug. 23rd, of Pte Horace Wesley, who belonged to the village. He was buried in a military cemetery in Belgium. The deceased soldier, who was 28 years of age, went into training on July 21st of last year, and was afterwards transferred to the Shropshire Light Infantry. He crossed to France on Nov. 27th. The following are extracts from a letter received from the Chaplain, the Rev G M Ambrose: I regret to tell you that Pte H Wesley passed away as a result of his wounds at 7:30 this evening (Aug. 23rd). He left no message other than to send you his love"
"Ann WHITEHEAD","9 May 1863","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: MARRIAGES: Wright-Culpin, May 3, at the Register-office, Peterborough, John Wright, labourer to Ann Culpin, widow, both of Upton"
"Gentry Le Roy WICKIZER","1929","The Los Angeles Times; MARRIAGE: BLAYDON-BASKETT Richard A Blaydon, 40: Gentry Le Roy Baskett, 37
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"Elizabeth WILKINSON","14 Aug 1914","ELY STANDARD: Deaths: Kempton. At Ely, August 13th, Elizabeth Kempton, Silver Street, age 78 years. "
"Elizabeth WILKINSON","21 Aug 1914","ELY STANDARD: Funeral: As briefly reported in the last issue, the death has occurred of Mrs Kempton (Silver Street) who had been ill for some considerable time. Mrs Kempton was well-known and highly respected in the city. She was the widow of the late Mr Thomas Kempton, a member of the Cathedral Choir for upwards of 60 years, and leaves four daughters and three sons, one of whom, Mr Bell Kempton, is a member of the Choir of St George's Chapel, Windsor. The funeral took place on Saturday, the officiating clergyman being the Rev Dr P.... [illeg]. The chief mourners were: Mr Bell Kempton (Windsor), Mr & Mrs ...[illeg] (Longfield), Mr E Kempton (London), Mrs Yarrow and Mr H C Kempton, Miss Ethel Kempton (London), Miss Kathleen Yarrow and Mr Wm Wilkinson. The inscription on the coffin was as follows: Elizabeth Kempton, born February 29th 1876, died August 13th 1914. Some beautiful floral tributes were sent by:- Neal & Mary, Annie & Willie, Kate & grandchildren, Ada & family (Montreal), [illeg] & Lottie, Bert & Ethel, Henry & Olivia .............etc."
"Alexander James WILTSHIRE","2 Jun 1916","DAILY GAZETTE FOR MIDDLESBROUGH: FIVE RAIDS ON BAR TILL. SALTBURN BOYS\' AUDACIOUS EXPLOITS. A remarkable story of thefts by schoolboys from the cash tills in the bar at the vaults of the N.E.R. Zetland Hotel, Saltburn, was told to-day in the Juvenile Court at Redcar, when Alex. James Wiltshire (11) and John Weighell (9), of Saltburn, were charged with the larceny of two sums of money. Alfred Richardson, barman, said that on May 20th he locked up the bar 2.30, and on returning at 6 p.m. discovered that the tills had been broken and 15s extracted. The Red Cross collecting box had been smashed and thrown into the fireplace, Sergt. Brough said that last Saturday he apprehended both boys. Wiltshire told him when charged that he got into a cupboard and hid there until everybody left the bar, when he let in Weighell. Both them got money, biscuits, and cigarettes. Weighell confirmed this statement. In second case a barman named Dawson Wilson spoke to closing the bar last Saturday afternoon, and Sergeant Brough said that he went to the Zetland Hotel about 2.30 p.m. He concealed him- self in the bar, and an hour later heard somebody walking in the cellar underneath. Immediately after this the door leading from the cellar to the bar was opened stealthily, and the two boys came into the bar and went straight to the tills. One of the figures was pulled down, and the till thus opened, and Wiltshire got two lots of money. The other boy pushed him away with the remark, \""Hold hard, you ----; let me get some.\""Then they went to another till which was similarly dealt with, and afterwards they proceeded towards the door, where they were intercepted by witness, in their possession was a sum of £2 18s 5d, Wiltshire having £1 12s and Weighill £l 5s 8d. When the sergeant asked them what they had been doing they made no reply. The boys had with them a hammer, which they told him was for the purpose of striking the barman if he interfered. At the police station Wiltshire said that Weighell told him to hit Dawson Wilson on the head with the hammer if he caught them, and Weighill replied, \""We both went in by the cellar window. Wiltshire took the hammer with him and said if Dawson Wilson is in and catches us will hit him on the head with it. We have been in before, and we got money and cigarettes.? The boys pleaded guilty, and Supt. Rose suggested that there was a great lack of parental control. The boys were allowed to run about, they touted the railway station, and what money they got was spent on seeing the pictures. The schoolmaster also told the police that he could not leave anything about, or the defendants would be off with it. Defendants had admitted being in the bar no fewer than five times altogether, and Wiltshire said that on one occasion he got into a dark corner, and the other boy went into cupboard. Weighell had admitted that his boy was beyond control. The hammer which the lads had with them last Saturday had been stolen. The Bench decided that they would not be acting wisely in merely putting the lads under the probation officer, and accordingly they would be sent to a training school for five years. To enable inquiries to be completed the case was adjourned for a fortnight. They acceded to an application by Supt. Rose, who asked for an order for small weekly payments by the parents."
"Clara Elsie WISSON","10 Jun 2016","BIGGLESWADE TODAY: Lakin Clara Elsie passed peacefully in Beaumont Park Nursing Home on 2nd June 2016 aged 92 years. A loving mother, mother-in-law, sister-in-law, Nan and Great-Nana. Funeral service takes place on Thursday 23rd June 2016 in Bedford Crematorium, Norse Road, at 11.30an. Family flowers only, donations if desired for Cancer Research UK may be sent to G & H Seamer, Funeral Directors, 47 High Street, Sandy, Beds SG18 1AG"
"Leslie Frank WISSON","18 Aug 1929","BIGGLESWADE CHRONICLE: WEDDING
A pretty wedding took place on the 23rd instant, at Southill Parish Church, between Mr Leslie F Wisson, son of Mr and Mrs F Wisson, of Potton, and Miss Betty Elena Jordan, eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs E Jordan, of Broom, the ceremony being performed by Canon Baker. The bride, who was given away by her father, wore a dress of fawn celanese crepe-de-chene, with hat, etc. to match, and carried a bouquet of cream roses and gypsophila, the gift of the bridegroom. She was attended by two bridesmaids, Miss Irene Jordan, sister of the bridge, and Miss Clara Wisson, sister of the bridegroom, both wearing dainty frocks of pale green crepe-de-chene, and carrying bouquets of pink roses and gypsophila, the bridegroom's gift. The duties of best man were undertaken by Mr F Chester. At the conclusion of the ceremony, a reception was held at the home of the bride's parents. The happy couple had a hearty send off when they left for London, the bride going away in a voile dress, over which was worn a fawn coat, with hat to match. The wedding presents, numbering upwards of fifty, included a silver mounted cake stand, marmalade jar and sugar castor from the Potton Wesleyan Choir, and the wedding cake was the gift of the bridegroom's mother."
"Arthur Holden WOOD","22 Feb 1940","DONCASTER GAZETTE: WINDOW CLEANER'S MYSTERY FALL TO DEATH. The mystery of how a window cleaner came to fall to his death was not cleared up at the inquest on Saturday on Arthur Holden Wood, of Elmtree-grove Thorne, who was in business on his own account. He fell from his ladder on the previous Saturday and died on Tuesday last in the Doncaster Infirmary. The widow told the Coroner (Mr W H Carlile) that her husband enjoyed perfect health, and was always very cheerful. He was conscious on the day he died but did not tell her how the accident happened. Mrs Ena Dean of Plantation-road, Thorne, said Wood had been in the habit of cleaning her windows for some years. He was normal when he went last Saturday, and made no complaint of being ill. He was cleaning the back bedroom window as witness was walking up the yard from the shed to the house when she heard a crash and found him lying on the ground. He was unconscious in fact, she thought he was dead. The ladder was an extending one and had slipped just a little away from the window, but whether this was before or after she fell she could not say. The yard was quite dry. Medical evidence was given that there were no external injuries. Death was due to cerebral hemorrhage, laceration of the brain and fracture of the base of the skull. The Coroner returned a verdict of accidental death."
"Ethel Lucy Mary WOODWARD","23 Jul 1953","BIGGLESWADE CHRONICLE: THE LATE MRS H C PATES. The funeral of Mrs Ethel Lucy Mary Pates, of 10 Caldecote Road, Ickwell, whose death at theage of 51 we recorded last week, took place at Caldecote Church on July 16, the Vicar (Rev C E Standen) officiating. Mourners were Mr H C Pates (husband), Mrs T Hicks (sister), Messrs C W Woodward, R Woodward, G H Woodward and F Woodward (brothers), Mesdames C W Woodward, R Woodward and F Woodward (sisters-in-law), Mr T Hicks (brother-in-law), Mr & Mrs T H Woodward (aunt & uncle), Mrs Stokes (aunt), Miss Stokes (niece), Mr T Woodward (uncle), Mr F Pates, Mr W Pates (brothers-in-law), Mr & Mrs E Norman (brother-in-law & sister-in-law), Miss E Pates (sister-in-law), Mr & Mrs S Pates (nephew & niece), Mrs B Cole, Mrs D Humphries (nieces), Mrs D Amos, Mr & Mrs J W Bowler. Floral tributes were from....."
"Eliza WRIGHT","13 Jun 1919","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: DEATHS: WATTS.- 31st May, at Quy, Eliza Watts, aged 51 years."
"Eliza WRIGHT","13 Jun 1919","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: QUY. THE LATE MRS. WATTS- The funeral of Mrs. Eliza Watts, wife of Mr. Tom Watts, churchwarden and overseer, took place at Quy churchyard on Wednesday week. The Vicar (the Rev. A. Colborne) officiated. There was a large company of relatives and friends to show their last respects. Mrs. Allensby, of Landbeach (a niece) presided at the organ and played appropriate music as the procession entered the church. The hymns sung were ""On the Resurrection morning"" and ""Abide with me."" A large number of beautiful wreaths were sent from friends of the family. The coffin was of polished elm, with brass fittings. A number of beautiful floral tributes were received, the inscriptions reading as follows: To dear mother with deepest sorrow, from her affectionate and loving husband and son; In loving remembrance from Mack and Emily; In loving remembrance from Jack, Nan and family; In loving remembrance from Alice and Albie; In token remembrance, from Jim and Laurie; In fond remembrance, from Mr. and Mrs. Fred Golding and Georgie; In affectionate remembrance of a dear aunt, from Clarence and Edie; In affectionate remembrance, from Frank, Winnie, Dot and Don; In loving memory, from Will and Lou; In loving memory, from Min. and Will; In loving memory of dear Eliza, from Arthur, Hollie and Rosie; In affectionate memory of our dear sister, from Harry and Emma; In loving memory and deepest sympathy, from her loving sister Alice; In loving memory ofdear auntie, from Alice and Rosa; With loving and deepest sympathy, from Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Burling; With deepest sympathy, from L. Bidwell, Winnie, Kathy and baby; With deepest sumpathy, from Mrs. H Wolfe; From Sarah and Florrie; From Miss Bendall. The funeral arrangements were carried out by Messrs. R.and F. Stevens, of Swaffham Bulbeck. -- Mr. Watts would like to thank all those who have shown such sympathy in his sad bereavement"
"John WRIGHT","9 May 1863","CAMBRIDGE INDEPENDENT PRESS: MARRIAGES: Wright-Culpin, May 3, at the Register-office, Peterborough, John Wright, labourer to Ann Culpin, widow, both of Upton."
"William Hildred YETTON","17 Mar 1953","DUNDEE COURIER: PASSENGER MYSTERY. A Ministry of Transport inquiry will be held at Liverpool today into the disappearance at sea of a passenger from the liner Aureol when homeward-bound from West Africa. The passenger, William Hildred Yetton (32), a Londoner, disappeared before the liner reached Freetown. At Liverpool yesterday CID officers boarded the liner to make inquiries."