Glenavy Parish Church Burials

Bryans – at his father’s residence, 48 Hemsworth Street, Belfast, Hugh James, only son of John Bryans. The remains of my beloved son will be removed from the above address, for interment in the family burying ground, Glenavy, this (Tuesday) morning, at ten o’clock. Friends will please accept this intimation. John Bryans.

Death
Crew LOL 124

The Officers and Members of the above Lodge regret to learn of the death of their highly esteemed member, Brother James Elwood, and tender to the relatives their deepest sympathy.

H. Lewis W.M.
Wm. Haire, Sec.

Crawford, March 24 1943, at County Antrim Infirmary, Lisburn, Susannah Crawford (late of Ballynacoy, Stoneyford). Funeral from her late residence tomorrow (Friday) at 3pm to Glenavy Churchyard. Deeply regretted.

Deaths: January 13, at Springfield, Glenavy, William Bell aged 85 years. Funeral will leave his late residence for interment in Glenavy Burying ground tomorrow (Friday) afternoon, at one o’clock.

A Belfast Lough Mystery
Supposed Loss of Three Lives

Our Carrickfergus correspondent states – A boating accident occurred in Belfast Lough on the 13th inst., as a result of which it is feared, three lives have been lost. It appears that during the progress of the races at Bangor the yachts observed at the entrance to the lough a small boat with sails set, but filled with water. The matter was reported at Bangor, and a motor boat put off and towed the little vessel into the bay, where it at present lies. Inquiries were made yesterday, and it was ascertained that three men put off from Carrickfergus Harbour on the morning of the 13th inst., in a small open boat of the “Insect” class, with the intention of visiting Port Muck, Islandmagee. There was a freshening north-east breeze at the time, and it is feared that the occupants have been caught in a squall or that their boat filled with the wash of a cross-channel steamer. The description of the boat received from Bangor tallies with that of the one which left Carrickfergus on the morning of the 13th inst., with three strangers, supposed to be Belfastmen, on board.

The Belfast Lough Mystery
No News of the missing men
Feared loss of three lives.

There is now very little hope that the three men from Belfast who left Carrickfergus in a small boat on the morning of the 13th inst., with the object of sailing to Port Muck, Islandmagee, have been saved, as inquiries made yesterday on both sides of the lough failed to elicit any information as to their mysterious disappearance. The names of the men are – James McCracken, joiner aged about 30 years of 8 Landscape Terrace, Crumlin Road; Joseph Parks, joiner, aged 23 years, who resided in the Duncairn division of the city and William Keyes, ornamental plasterer, aged 19 years, who lodged at 108 Gainsborough Drive, off New North Queen Street.

The three men were in the employment of Messrs H H Martyns & Co., Ltd., ornamental decorators, of Cheltenham, who are at present executing a contract in the shipyard of Messrs. Workman, Clarke & Co., Ltd. Parks, who was a married man with three children, is the son of a blacksmith, who is also employed in the shipyard, and has relatives in Lower Woodburn, Carrickfergus. Keyes belonged to Cheltenham, and McCracken, who was unmarried, lived with his parents at the address given, and had only recently returned from Philadelphia, while it is known that he had expressed the intention of going back to the United States of America in the near future.

As already stated in our columns the boat in which they put off from Carrickfergus was observed during the afternoon at the entrance to the lough, between Blackhead and Ballycormick Point, with sail set and practically full of water. Mr. J.D.A. Ferguson proceeded to the spot in his motor boat, the Phantom, and towed the derelict craft, which belonged to the “Insect” class – into Bangor, where the circumstances were at once reported to the police and coastguards, but notwithstanding the most exhaustive search and inquiries no trace could be found of the missing men. There was a fresh north-easterly breeze on Saturday, and it is possible that the boat was capsized in a squall or was filled with wash from a cross-channel steamer. Keyes and Parks were both able to swim, but McCracken was not acquainted with the natatory art.

Lowry – February 28, 1929, at his residence, Derrykillultagh, Glenavy, William, dearly-loved husband of Jane Lowry. Funeral tomorrow (Saturday) to Glenavy Churchyard, at 2pm. Friends will please accept this intimation. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife.

Deaths.

Kielty – December 15th at her residence, 36 Dagmar Street, Eliza Jane, relict of the late Geo. Kielty. Her remains will be removed from the above address, for interment in Glenavy Burying-Ground (via Crumlin), this (Saturday) morning at ten o’clock. Friends will please accept this intimation.

Death of Mr J Ballance
A Premier’s nephew.
The death took place on Wednesday of Mr John Ballance, Lake View House, Ballypitmave, Glenavy. He was nephew of the late Mr John Ballance, a former prime minister of New Zealand. Mr Ballance was a well known farmer and a brother, Mr Samuel Ballance is also a farmer at Crewmount. He is survived by a wife and six children.

Mairs – December 21, at her residence, Ballynadolly, Magheragall, Dinah, the dearly -beloved wife of George Mairs. Funeral to family burying-ground. Glenavy, on to-morrow (Thursday) morning, at half-past eleven o’clock. Friends will please accept this intimation.
George Mairs.

Hendren – July 6, 1945 at the Clarke Clinic, Florence Bell, second and dearly loved daughter of James and Elizabeth Hendren. Funeral from her parents’ residence, Ballymote, Glenavy tomorrow (Tuesday) at 2.30 pm to Glenavy Churchyard. Deeply regretted by her sorrowing father mother, brothers and sister.

Hendren – January 25, 1942, at the Lisburn District Hospital, Rodney Abraham, dearly loved infant son of James and Elizabeth Hendren. Funeral from his parents’ residence, Ballymoat, Glenavy today (Monday) at 2pm., to Glenavy Churchyard. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Father, Mother, Brother and Sisters.

The Vacant Coronership in County Antrim.

The death of Dr. Hume, of Crumlin, causes a vacancy in the County Coroners of Antrim; and it is very generally known that Dr. Mussen, of Glenavy, is a candidate. Dr. Mussen is a member of one of the oldest families resident in the county, among the original settlers in the parish of Derriaghy, brought thither by Sir Fulke Conway after he obtained a grant of the property; and from that time till present the Mussens have discharged all the obligations of citizenship with scrupulous fidelity. Dr. Mussen has had a long and extensive practice as Dispensary Doctor in the district, and is eminently qualified professionally to discharge the duties of the important office of coroner. He is a gentleman highly respected by all classes in the community; and he has become a candidate at the request of his numerous friends in all religious and political denominations. Of his return there is not the shadow of a doubt; and this being the case it is believed he will have a walk over; but should there be a contest for the vacant office, the gentry and farmers of the County Antrim will show their attachment to Dr. Mussen by electing him to a position to which he is so well entitled, and for the discharge of the duties of which he is so admirably qualified.

Yarr, January 3 1942 at his residence, Lurgill, Roses Lane Ends, James, dearly beloved husband of Jane Yarr. Funeral to family burying ground Glenavy Churchyard on Monday at 2pm. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Wife and Family.

Yarr, January 3 1942 at his residence, Lurgill, Roses Lane Ends, James, dearly beloved husband of Jane Yarr. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing son and daughter in law Richard and Charlotte Yarr, and little grandchildren.

Yarr, January 3 1942 at his residence, Lurgill, Roses Lane Ends, James, dearly beloved husband of Jane Yarr. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing daughter and son in law Frances and Alex Ross; also little Grandchildren.

Yarr, January 3 1942 at his residence, Lurgill, Roses Lane Ends, James, dearly beloved husband of Jane Yarr. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Daughter and Son in law Lily and Robert Totten; also little granddaughter.

Roses Lane Ends Temperance Flute Band
Yarr – the members of above Band regret to learn of the death of the father of their esteemed Members, Joseph, William and Alexander Yarr and wish to tender their sincere sympathy. J Totten, Secy. (Source: unknown)

Yarr, In loving memory of my dear husband and our dear father, James Yarr, who passed away 3rd January, 1942, and was laid to rest in Glenavy Churchyard.
He lives with us in memory still
Not just today, but always will.
Ever remembered by his loving wife and family.
Roses Lane Ends, Ballinderry.

Obituary
Mr. A.A. Peel.

Mr. Albert Arthur Peel, D.L., J.P., “Enkeymore,” Roses Lane Ends, Ballinderry, who died at his home on Wednesday, gave over half a century of unstinted public service. He was 86.

Son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Peel, Aghadalgon, Mr. Peel was an extensive farmer. He was elected a member of the Lisburn Rural Council and Lisburn Board of Guardians in 1911 and was the Ballyscolly electoral division’s representative on the council until his retirement in 1961. He was chairman of the council from 1943 to 1948.

Mr. Peel was only opposed at one election, in June 1958, when the seat was contested by Mr. William Hazley, a civil servant, of Legaterriff, Upper Ballinderry. He polled 300 votes to 77 by Mr. Hazley.

His services to the Council were commemorated by the planting of a prunus tree in the grounds of the Council offices at Harmony Hill in May 1961, by Mr. Andrew M. Wedderburn, chairman of the Council and the Council later made a presentation to Mr. Peel.

A member of the Antrim County Council from 1943 to 1961, Mr. Peel was a member of the Finance and Law Committee, vice-chairman of the Planning and Highways Development Committee and a nominee on the County Committee of Agriculture. He also served on the County Health and Welfare Committees, the County Education Committee and the management committee of the Lisburn Technical College. He was a foundation member of the committee of Governors of the Lisburn and Hillsborough District Hospital (now the Lagan Valley Hospital) and when that body was abolished in 1948 he was appointed a member of the South Antrim Hospital Management Committee, on which he served until 1960.

An active worker for the Unionist Party, Mr. Peel was formerly chairman of the South Antrim Imperial Unionist Association and chairman of the Antrim Divisional Unionist Association. He was president of the Glenavy Unionist Association. He was a Justice of the Peace for County Antrim and some years ago he was appointed a Deputy Lieutenant for County Antrim in further recognition of his public services. A Methodist, he worshipped in Glenavy Methodist Church.

Mr. Peel is survived by his wife Mrs. Martha Foreman Peel. His nephew, Mr. J. Mervyn McConnell is head of the firm of Messrs John T. McConnell and Son, solicitors, Lisburn and solicitor to the Lisburn Rural Council.

The funeral took place yesterday to Glenavy Churchyard.

Fourscore School – The teachers have been Messrs. W. Scott, William Boston, John McFarland, W. Crawford Bradshaw, and now Mr. James Farr occupies the post…

Glenavy

A pretty wedding was solemnised in the Parish Church on Tuesday last when mr. Robert Higginson of Crew, and Miss Mary Graham Steele, of Tullynewbank were married. There was a very large congregation present to witness the ceremony, the body of the church being filled with guests. The best man was Mr. William Higginson, brother of the bridegroom, and Miss Yvonne Steele sister of the bride, acted as bridesmaid. Mr Sidney Steele, cousin, took the role of usher. The bride entered the church as the Wedding March (lohengrin) was played on the organ and was given away by her brother-in-law, Mr. J. Totten. Two hymns were sung, “Lead Us, Heavenly Father,” and the happy couple left the church to the strains of Mendelsohn’s Wedding March. There ceremony was performed by Rev. A.J.E. Campbell, M.A., and Mr. J. Walker presided at the organ.

Education.
Victoria College of Music, London.
Governors: The Directors of the Victoria College Corporation Limited.
Incorporated 1891.
Belfast Centre.
President: Rev. Sir George Ralph Fetherston, bart.
Representative: John Laird, Esq., J.P., 17 Castle Place

An examination in Pianoforte Playing, Singing, and other subjects will be held at Belfast on April 4th. Last day for entry, March 21st.

Entrance forms and further particulars can be obtained from Messrs. Cramer, Wood, & Co., 17 Castle Place.

The I.O.F. Cycling Club
Garden Party at Glenavy

The members of the Forresters’ Cycling Club in Belfast were entertained on Saturday to a garden party by Mr. John Laird (vice president) and Mrs Laird at their handsome residence, Gobrana, Glenavy.

Unfortunately, owing to the showery weather, the roads were in such a state that cycling to Mr. Laird’s was wholly out of the question, and a large proportion of the members of the club wisely took advantage of the train leaving the city at 2.30pm. They were received by Mr. and Mrs Laird with all the cordiality which is characteristic of the best traditions of Forestry,and, after an enjoyable tea gave themselves up to exploring the surrounding country. The company included – Mrs Wilson P.C.R., Mrs Bell, C D H C R, and other ladies of the companion courts; Mrs and Miss Downer; Dr. Gibson (president); Brs W. Bell, PHCR; James Wilson (hon treasurer), James Hollywood (hon. Auditor), Messrs W H N Downer, James Johnston, and C D Brewster (president of the ICA). Once seen, anyone who visits Glenavy must associate with Mr. Laird’s charming home. In fact Gobrana appears an ideal place for a busy Belfast man like Mr. Laird to retire to in the evening after the work and worry of the day. Its situation is in the heart of one of the most picturesque rural places convenient to Belfast and, while from the rear a view of Lough Neagh can be obtained, in front the grounds, which lie in the direction of the main road, have many specimens of rare old oak and beech trees, of which Mr Laird is justly proud. Among the scenes as these a pleasant hour was spent, during which the Glenavy Conservative Flute Band helped to enliven the proceedings by some of their spirited selections. Subsequently the company adjourned to the drawing-room, where tea was dispersed and a number of musical selections contributed. Dr. Gibson J P afterwards moved a vote of thanks to Mr John Laird and Mrs Laird, who were known by all the Foresters for their hospitality . That was not the first time they had been entertained by Mr and Mrs Laird, though on the former occasion they had been equally unfortunate in the weather. He had suggested to Mrs Laird that the third time would be the charm. The evening spent, however, by those who had come had been most enjoyable. (Applause) Br James Wilson, in seconding the proposition, said although the weather had been unfavourable they had had, he thought, a very good turnout. Mr and Mrs Laird had carried out that afternoon the true principles of Forestry. The fraternal side of the Order was nobly exhibited by Mr. Laird, whose example he hoped a great number of their members would follow, and he trusted if they paid a future visit to Glenavy they could arrange better weather. The motion was heartily passed. Mr. Laird, in reply, said generosity all round was something that they expected from Foresters, and if Dr. Gibson and the friends who had accompanied him had been as much pleased and gratified to come there that afternoon as Mrs. Laird and he had been to receive them, and do anything they could towards their comfort while there, they were amply repaid. He hoped it was not the last time they would have a visit from the Foresters, and he thought it a very proper thing that their lady friends had accompanied them. Notwithstanding the weather, they all, he thought, enjoyed themselves most heartily, and he trusted would be better for that afternoon (Applause). The company took their leave of their host and hostess, and returned by the 6.20pm train.

Deaths
Laird – January 11, at his residence, Gobrana, Glenavy, John Laird, J.P. (late Proprietor of Cramer, Wood & Co. Castle Place, Belfast) The remains of my dearly-beloved husband will be removed for interment in the family burying ground, Glenavy, tomorrow (Thursday), at eleven o’clock. Friends will please accept this intimation.
Bessie Laird.

Obituaries.
Mr. John Laird, J.P.
A former City Councillor.

It is with regret that we announce the death of Mr. John Laird, J.P., which took place on Monday at his residence, Gobrana House, Crumlin, after a rather protracted illness. The deceased was well known in Belfast, having been prominently identified with its public life for a considerable number of years, and he was generally respected for his upright character as well as his quiet and unassuming disposition. As proprietor of Messrs. Cramer, Wood & Co., well known musical instrument dealers, he occupied a prominent position. He retired from business some years ago, and went to reside in Crumlin. While in Belfast he manifested a deep interest in civic matters, serving for a lengthened period as a member of the Corporation and of the Water Board. In the latter capacity he had the honour of filling the position of chairman, a dignity conferred on him as a mark of confidence and esteem by his fellow- commissioners. The deceased was deeply interested in landed property and as a director of the Imperial Building Society he was closely associated with the development of the city. About the time he removed to Crumlin he became a candidate for membership of the first Antrim County Council, but he was not successful in being returned. Mr. Laird was a vice – president of the old Belfast Conservative, it was a short step for the deceased into the Orange Institution, and as a member of Crozier True Blues L.O.L. he had the privilege on several occasions of discharging the duties of Worshipful Master. In the Church of Ireland, of which he was a devoted member, he filled several important offices, and was elected to the Diocesan Synod and General Synod, while he was treasurer of the Diocesan Temperance Society. Deceased held the commission of the peace for County Antrim, and frequently sat at Crumlin petty sessions. He leaves a widow and one son with whom in their bereavement sincerest sympathy will be felt.

Death

Gresham – November 22, at Adelaide, South Australia, Robert Gresham, jun., aged 30 years, 4th son of Mr. Robert Gresham, Beechvale, Crumlin.

Deaths

Gresham – March 15th, William, eldest son of the late Robert Gresham, Beechvale, Crumlin. The remains of my dearly-beloved brother will be removed for interment in Glenavy Burying-ground tomorrow (Thursday), 17th March, at 11am. Minnie A. Gresham.

Marriages
Pattleton-English – February 13, by special license, at Camlin House, Crumlin, the residence of the bride’s father, by the Rev. Charles Watson, Vicar of Glenavy, Thomas Pattleton, Moneymore, County Derry, to Mary Isabella, eldest daughter of Joseph English, Crumlin.

Death
Mayne – January 4, suddenly at his residence, 11 College Square East, Belfast, William Erskine Mayne, aged 58 years. Funeral private. No flowers.

Members of Corinthian Masonic Lodge No. 34 are requested to attend the funeral of our late Br. Mayne.
W.Gison, W.M.
J.D. Williamson, M.D., P.M., Sec.

Death of Mr. W. Erskine Mayne. We regret to announce the death, at a comparatively early age, of a well-known and highly respected citizen, Mr. W. Erskine Mayne. The sad event occurred at ten o’clock on Monday night, the deceased gentleman having never recovered from a chill which he caught while out at church on Christmas day. The cause of death was dysentery and failure of the heart’s action. He was attended by Drs. Kisack and Calwell, but medical assistance was of no avail. Mr. Mayne, who was born in Belfast in 1833, carried on business at 11, College Square North and May Street, his bookselling and stationary establishment being probably one of the most successful of the kind in the city. An ardent member of the Church of Ireland, deceased took a great interest in the welfare of the Drew Memorial congregation. He was superintendent of the Sunday School, and was, we understand, the first to introduce the Boys’ Brigade movement into Belfast. He was also a strong advocate of temperance reform, and was connected with the Band of Hope and Rechabite Societies. Mr. Mayne was also a respected member of the Masonic Order. Deceased leaves three sons, the eldest of whom was married recently to a daughter of the Rev. Michael Beatty. The interment takes place on Thursday forenoon in Glenavy Burying-ground.

Death

Mayne – December 28, at his residence, 28, Albert Place, Donegall Pass, Belfast, of diphtheria, Alex. Dalway Mayne, eldest son of Wm. E. Mayne, aged 5 years and 9 months. His remains will be removed for interment in Glenavy Burying ground today (Monday) at ten o’clock. Friends will please accept this intimation.

The oldest inhabitant of the parish is Widow Clendinning, who was born in the year of the rebellion, two months before the Antrim fight, and is therefore in her 95th year. She lives with her son Mr John Clendinning, near Ballydonaghy bridge, and is in full possession of all her faculties, though, owing to a fall, she is confined to her room.

Clendinning, April 19th 1944 Thomas Clendenning (late of Thorneleigh, Aghalee). Funeral from Massereene Terrace, Antrim on tomorrow (Friday) at 2.30 pm to the family burying ground, Glenavy via Crumlin. House private. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing son, daughter in law and grandchildren – John and Edith Clendinning.

(Glenavy Village) The taste for improving houses is extending, Mr. T.A. Irvine having completely renovated the houses he owns …

Higginson – July 19, 1933 at her residence Glenville, Glenavy, Margaret Maria Wallace, dearly loved wife of Henry Higginson. Funeral tomorrow (Friday), 21st inst., at 2 o’clock. No artificial flowers by request. Deeply regretted by her sorrowing husband and family.

Johnston – Midnight, Tuesday, at 130 Malone Avenue, Belfast, Wesley, aged 78 years. Funeral strictly private. Edinburgh and Glasgow papers copy please.

Deaths – On the 8th inst at his residence, aged 49 years, John M Johnston, Esq., Glenavy.

Scott – Nov 20, at his residence, Upper Ballinderry, James Scott in the 95th years of his age.

Tullyrusk parish … The house of Mrs Wheeler is one of the most comfortable in Tullyrusk. Her husband was till his death a respected member of the Parish Select Vestry.

Deaths –
Downer – March 31, at the residence of his mother, Glenavy, Thomas Smallman, third son of Margaret and the late Thomas Smallman Downer, of Roscrea, Co. Tipperary.

Death – Downer. January 11 at Roscrea, County Tipperary, Frances, widow of the late William Henry Nassau Downer, M.D., of Roscrea, County Tipperary.

Deaths- Downer – July 17 at “Annandale” Glenavy, County Antrim, Margaret, widow of Thomas Smallman Downer, of Roscrea, County Tipperary. Funeral private.

In Memoriam.
Johnston – In sad and loving memory of our dear mother, who departed this life on 14th December 1914 and was interred in Glenavy Churchyard.
Sad and lonely is our dwelling,
Lonely are our hearts to-day,
For the one who lived to cheer us,
has for ever passed away.
Inserted by her family. Fourscore, Glenavy.

Johnston – Aug 19, 1916, at his residence, Fourscore, Glenavy, William James 3rd son of the late Thomas Johnston. Interred in the family burying ground, Glenavy Churchyard on Tuesday 22nd August. George and Thomas Johnston.

Johnston – May 28 1939 at his residence, Tullynewbane, Glenavy, Thomas, dearly beloved husband of Elizabeth. Funeral to the family burying ground Glenavy Churchyard, tomorrow (Tuesday), at 2pm. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Wife and family.

Deaths

Johnston – May 28, 1939 at his residence, Tullynewbane, Glenavy, Thomas Johnston, beloved brother of George Thompson. Funeral to the family burying ground, Glenavy Churchyard tomorrow (Tuesday) at 2pm. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Brother and Sister-in-law. George and Annie Johnston, Niece and Nephews.

The prosperity of Glenavy was further enhanced by the mills erected by the Lorimer family on the farms at Glenavy and Edinturcher. At the Glenavy farm Mr, James Lorimer possesses a corn mill and beetling engines, under the management of his two sons, Archibald and Andrew, which give regular employment; and at the Edinturcher farm there is a sawmill and more beetling engines; close to which is Edenvale, where he resides in a pretty thatched house, on the edge of a large pond, over which the swans gracefully glide.

Steele – January 28, 1943 at her residence, Hillcrest, Tullynewbank, Glenavy, Mary, widow of Robert Steele. The remains of our dearly-loved mother will be removed for interment in the family burying-ground, Glenavy Churchyard, on Sunday at 2.30. Canadian papers please copy. Deeply regretted by all.

McCord – February 10 1942, at the County Antrim Infirmary, Archie, dearly loved husband of Jane-Anna McCord. Funeral from his late residence, The Cottage, Lisburn Road, Glenavy, today (Thursday) at 2pm, to the family burying-ground, Glenavy Churchyard. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife and on, also Brother in law Tomas Watson and niece Meta.

Ingram – November 25 1941 at her residence, Beech Cottage, Glenavy, Georgena, dearly loved wife of George Edward Ingram. Funeral from her late residence to the family burying ground, Glenavy Church yard tomorrow (Thursday) at 3pm. House private by special request. “If love could have saved her she would not have died.” Deeply regretted by her sorrowing husband and family; also son in law Robert Mairs and grandchildren.

SMYTH – July 16, 1924, at his residence, Lakeview House, Ballinderry, James Smyth. The remains of our dear father will be interred in the family burying-ground, Glenavy Churchyard, today (Friday), at 2 o’clock p.m. Friends will please accept this intimation. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing family.

Garrett – November 8, 1937 at his parents’ residence, Hillview, Dundrod, Crumlin, Robert (Bertie), eldest and beloved son of James S. and Sarah Jane Garrett. Funeral to the family burying ground, Glenavy tomorrow (Wednesday), 10th inst., at 1 pm. Deeply regretted by his sorroing Father and Mother, little sister and Brothers.

Stewart -September 28, 1942 at his mother’s residence, Ballypitmave, Glenavy. John second son of Mary Anna and the late James Stewart. Funeral tomorrow (Wednesday) at 1 o’clock to Glenavy Churchyard. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Mother and Brothers.

Glenavy Methodism

Rev R D Cody, of Glenavy, has accepted the cordial invitation of the Drogheda Circuit to succeed rev J A Hynes at next conference. Rev W J Woods of Clonakilty, has accepted a similar invitation to suceed Rev R D Cody at Glenavy at the same time. Mr. Cody will then have completed five years term as superintendent of Antrim and Glenavy Circuit and nine years in all.

Pretty Wedding at Dundrod
Haire – Magowan

A very pretty wedding took place on Wednesday week last, April 27th, at Dundrod Presbyterian Church, when Mr. Robert Haire, youngest son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Alexander Haire, Crewe, Glenavy, was married to Miss Susanna Magowan, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Magowan, Budore, Dundrod, midst glorious sunshine. The bride, who was given away by her uncle looked exceedingly pretty in a salmon coloured Georgette frock, ankle length, with coatee to match. Still adding to her beauty was her large black crinoline picture hat, relived with a spray of pink roses, her black suede shoes being in keeping with her hat,and she carried a bouquet of pink carnations mixed with tulips.Her sister, Miss Maria Magowan, who acted as bridesmaid, wore a pink silk frock, ankle length, with a lace coatee. Like her sister, she wore a black hat and black suede shoes, and also carried a bouquet of carnations and tulips.

Miss M.A. Graham, organist and choirmistress, played the Wedding march as the bride entered the church, and also as the happy couple were leaving.

John Haire (brother of the groom) acted as best man. Immediately after the ceremony, the wedding party motored to Portstewart, where Mrs. Shaw of “Shorncliffe House” awaited them and placed before them a very high class dinner. After making a tour of one of Ireland’s beauty spots, the party returned to Mrs. Shaw’s and partook of a very enjoyable tea, Mrs Shaw again acting as hostess. When night came, however the bridesmaid and bestman returned home alone leaving the bride and groom at Portstewart.

Mr. Robert haire is well-known both in the Orange Order and the Royal Black Preceptory, and is an enthusiastic Unionist, and his bride is also a staunch upholder of the cause. Only immediate relatives were present to witness the happy event. Hosts of presents have poured in from both sides accompanied by good wishes for the future happiness of Mr. and Mrs. Robt Haire, who are expected to return home this week.

Reid May 9th 1954 at her residence, Crew Road, Glenavy Annie widow of Joseph Reid. Funeral arrangements later. Deeply regretted.

Joseph Reid and Annie Young were married on 2nd September 1897 at Glenavy Parish Church. Annie was the daughter of Alexander Young and Elizabeth Clendinning from Ballymineymore.

Hamill – In loving memory of my dear husband John Hamill, who departed this life 8th November 1927; also my dear father, Thomas George Steele, who departed this life 4th July 1922; also my dear mother Eliza Jane Steele, who departed this life on 28th October 1926.

How joyful is the thought that lingers
When loved ones cross death’s sea
That when our labours here are ended
With them we’ll ever be.
Always remembered. Martha Hamill. Ballymote, Glenavy.

Hamill – March 12 1943, at her residence, Ballymote, Glenavy, Martha, widow of John Hamill. Funeral tomorrow (Sunday) at 3pm. “Gone to be with Christ”. Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Brother and Sister in law David and Edith Steele, Main Street, Glenavy.

Hamill, March 12 1943, at her residence, Ballymote, Glenavy, Martha, widow of John Hamill. Deeply regretted by her sorrowing niece, Thomas George and Emily Steele, Ballymote.

Lewis – July 12 1941 at his residence, Crew HIll, Upper Ballinderry, Robert, beloved husband of mary Lewis. Funeral tomorrow (Sunday) at 3pm to Glenavy Churchyard. Friends will please accept this intimation. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife and family.

Deaths

Kyle (Upper Ballinderry) – February 10, 1962, at Hospital, James, beloved husband of Annie Kyle, Crewe Hill, Upper Ballinderry. Funeral from St. Joseph’s Church, Glenavy on today (Thursday) after 10 am. Requiem Mass to adjoining Cemetery. On his soul, Sweet Jesus, have mercy. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Wife and family. House strictly private.

Wedding. The wedding took place in the Parish Church on Tuesday of Mr. Edward Smyth McRoberts of Brackenhill, Ballinderry and Miss Mary Scott, of Ballypitmave, Glenavy. The ceremony was performed by Rev. A.J.E. Campbell, M.A., Vicar. The bride was attended by her sister, Miss Sadie Scott and the best man was Mr. Thomas D. McRoberts, brother of the groom. The bride was given away by her brother. The bride entered the church to the strains of the wedding march Lohengrin and as the happy pair left the wedding march by Mendelsshon was played. Mr. J. Walker presided at the organ.

Glenavy. The wedding took place on Tuesday last in the Parish Church of Mr. David McRoberts, son of Mr. Thos. McRoberts of Ballinderry, and Miss Mae Higginson, youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs J Higginson of Crew. The ceremony was performed by Rev. E.H. Gough. B.A., curate assistant, assisted by Rev.S.J.C. Lindsay, Methodist minister. The bride wore a frock of ice blue Chantilly lace with pearl net head-dress and a veil of French net. Miss Mary Haire was bridesmaid, and she was dressed in a frock of Chantilly lace, with head-dress of natural flowers; she is cousin of the bride. The best man was Mr. Jack McRoberts, brother of the bridegroom, as Miss Higginson was a member of the choir, and members formed a guard of honour as the couple left the vestry. The reception was held in Wellington Park Hotel, and the honeymoon is being spent in the Isle of Man.