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- Grimsby Ex-Mayor Called by DeathGrimsby Independent, 11 Nov 1943, p. 1,7 Albert George Boulter, one of the district's most prominent business men and a former mayor of Grimsby, passed away at his home in Smithville on Thursday evening last. Although he had been in poor health for several months, his death was unexpected and news of his passing was received with …Grimsby Independent, 11 Nov 1943, p. 1,7 Albert George Boulter, one of the district's most prominent business men and a former mayor of Grimsby, passed away at his home in Smithville on Thursday evening last. Although he …Grimsby Public Library
- Desirable CanadiansGrimsby Independent, 2 Nov 1921, p. 7 English children who recently came to Canada on board the 'Empress of France'.Grimsby Independent, 2 Nov 1921, p. 7 English children who recently came to Canada on board the 'Empress of France'.Grimsby Public Library
- Five Twocock Brothers Serving the EmpireGrimsby Independent, 20 Jul 1944, p. 1 Pictured above are the five fighting sons of Mr. and Mrs. William Alfred Twocock, 44 Depot Street, all in the army and by so being, are rigidly upholding the family tradition of defending the Empire. The Twocock family came to Canada from England in 1912 and settled in the Kirkland …Grimsby Independent, 20 Jul 1944, p. 1 Pictured above are the five fighting sons of Mr. and Mrs. William Alfred Twocock, 44 Depot Street, all in the army and by so being, are rigidly upholding the family …Grimsby Public Library
- The Robertson clanGrimsby Independent, 2 Dec 1943, p. 1 Little did Robert Robertson, Sr., Clarke Street, think when he landed in Grimsby district in the early 80's from England, that some day he would have nearly a platoon of sons and grandchildren in the uniform fighting for "The Tight Little Isle" that gave him birth. Today there are 9 …Grimsby Independent, 2 Dec 1943, p. 1 Little did Robert Robertson, Sr., Clarke Street, think when he landed in Grimsby district in the early 80's from England, that some day he would have nearly a platoon of …Grimsby Public Library
- They used to be goodGrimsby Independent, 30 May 1946, p. 1 A lot of people recognized this pair of athletes. Then again there were a lot of people who knew them well in past years, that did not recognize them. They are, seated, David Fisher, and standing, William Schwab. In their day, which was back in the 90's, they were just …Grimsby Independent, 30 May 1946, p. 1 A lot of people recognized this pair of athletes. Then again there were a lot of people who knew them well in past years, that did not recognize them. They …Grimsby Public Library
- Cartmer, Victor and Stadelmier, Mabel Ada (Married)appeared in Grimsby Independent, 28 Dec 1944, p. 4. Date of Event: 4 Nov 1944 A recent wedding of interest in Grimsby and district was that of Miss Mabel Ada Stadelmier, daughter of John and Mrs. Stadelmier, Maple Avenue, to Victor Cartmer of Beamsville. The wedding party is pictured above. Sitting, l. to r., the groom; little Marie Dryden, flower girl; the bride. Standing ...appeared in Grimsby Independent, 28 Dec 1944, p. 4. Date of Event: 4 Nov 1944 A recent wedding of interest in Grimsby and district was that of Miss Mabel Ada Stadelmier, daughter of John and Mrs. Stadelmier, Maple Avenue, to Victor Cartmer of Beamsville. The …Grimsby Public Library
- Caverhill, Colin (Married)appeared in Grimsby Independent, 6 Jul 1944, p. 4 Bride he left behind him - W.O. 1 Colin Caverhill, R.C.A.F. overseas, now home on furlough, is shown here with his English bride, who he had to leave behind him in England while home visiting his mother....appeared in Grimsby Independent, 6 Jul 1944, p. 4 Bride he left behind him - W.O. 1 Colin Caverhill, R.C.A.F. overseas, now home on furlough, is shown here with his English bride, who he had to leave behind him …Grimsby Public Library
- Smith, C. Ivan and Kenny, Irene (Married)appeared in Grimsby Independent, 3 Aug 1944, p. 4 Marries Alberta Girl in England - Leaving Holy Trinity Parish Church, London, England, after their wedding are Flying Officer C. Ivan Smith of Grimsby, grandson of Charles and Mrs. Pottruff, Main W., with his bride, the former Cpl. Irene Kenny, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. Kenny, Faust, Atla. The …appeared in Grimsby Independent, 3 Aug 1944, p. 4 Marries Alberta Girl in England - Leaving Holy Trinity Parish Church, London, England, after their wedding are Flying Officer C. Ivan Smith of Grimsby, grandson of Charles and Mrs. Pottruff, …Grimsby Public Library
- Lampman, Mr. and Mrs. W.E. (Anniversary: 40)appeared in Grimsby Independent, 31 Aug 1944, p. 4. Date of Event: 24 Aug 1944 Mr. and Mrs. W.E. Lampman, of 11 John Street, Grimsby, who celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary on Thursday last. The bride and groom of 40 years were married in St. Catharines by the late Rev. J.H. Beattie and have resided in Grimsby for 22 years. Their family consists of two …appeared in Grimsby Independent, 31 Aug 1944, p. 4. Date of Event: 24 Aug 1944 Mr. and Mrs. W.E. Lampman, of 11 John Street, Grimsby, who celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary on Thursday last. The bride and groom of 40 years were married in St. …Grimsby Public Library
- A Bit of a Row at Grimsby BeachGrimsby Independent, 1917 A BIT Of A ROW AT GRIMSBY BEACH ... . The usual quiet of Sunday evening was disturbed at GRIMSBY Beach on Sunday, July 8, when the Beach con- stable and several of the dock hands from the steamer Macassa got into a squabble. That was the first stage of …Grimsby Independent, 1917 A BIT Of A ROW AT GRIMSBY BEACH ... . The usual quiet of Sunday evening was disturbed at GRIMSBY Beach on Sunday, July 8, when the Beach con- stable …Grimsby Chautauqua
- George W. Crittenden had long municipal serviceGrimsby Independent, 16 Jul 1953, p. 1,8 After a lingering illness of several weeks duration, George Wilmot Crittenden passed away in West Lincoln Memorial Hospital on Tuesday last in his 80th year. Deceased was born in the little hamlet of Edgar in North Gwilliambury Township on June 2nd, 1874, a son of Alexander and Nancy (Pringle) ...Grimsby Independent, 16 Jul 1953, p. 1,8 After a lingering illness of several weeks duration, George Wilmot Crittenden passed away in West Lincoln Memorial Hospital on Tuesday last in his 80th year. Deceased was born in the …Grimsby Public Library
- Prominent Businessman and Municipal Official PassesGrimsby Independent, 16 Jul 1953, p. 1,3 The death occurred in West Lincoln Memorial Hospital on Thursday afternoon last of James Ithamer Theal, long a prominent businessman and resident of Grimsby, in his 72nd year. In the passing of James Theal, Grimsby has lost a citizen who for over 40 years took a leading interest in the …Grimsby Independent, 16 Jul 1953, p. 1,3 The death occurred in West Lincoln Memorial Hospital on Thursday afternoon last of James Ithamer Theal, long a prominent businessman and resident of Grimsby, in his 72nd year. In the …Grimsby Public Library
- Florence Randal Livesay Dies after Brief Period of Residence in GrimsbyGrimsby Independent, 30 Jul 1953, p. 6 Less than month after taking up residence in Grimsby, Florence Randal Livesay, noted Canadian poet and newspaper woman, died on July 27th in Toronto following a fall suffered on a bus. A writer of sensitive verse, her publications included "Songs of Ukrainia", "Shepherd's Purse", "Savour of Salt" ...Grimsby Independent, 30 Jul 1953, p. 6 Less than month after taking up residence in Grimsby, Florence Randal Livesay, noted Canadian poet and newspaper woman, died on July 27th in Toronto following a fall suffered on a …Grimsby Public Library
- Grimsby Minister suffers seizure: passes suddenlyGrimsby Independent, 3 Sep 1953, p. 1,3 Stricken by a heart attack, the Rev. Charles Robert Duncan, M.A., B.D., D.D., minister of Grimsby Baptist Church since 1949, died in the ambulance while being removed to West Lincoln Memorial Hospital on Thursday night last. One of Ontario's most widely known Baptist ministers, he had been ...Grimsby Independent, 3 Sep 1953, p. 1,3 Stricken by a heart attack, the Rev. Charles Robert Duncan, M.A., B.D., D.D., minister of Grimsby Baptist Church since 1949, died in the ambulance while being removed to West Lincoln …Grimsby Public Library
- Community Has Lost a Wonderful WomanGrimsby Independent, 17 Dec 1953, p. 37,43 In the death in Toronto of Catharine Falconbridge Groce on Saturday last, one of the finest citizens that ever lived in any community passed to Her Reward. Catharine Groce, or "Kate" to me, was a wonderful woman. She came to Grimsby as a child, a daughter of the late Pelham …Grimsby Independent, 17 Dec 1953, p. 37,43 In the death in Toronto of Catharine Falconbridge Groce on Saturday last, one of the finest citizens that ever lived in any community passed to Her Reward. Catharine Groce, or …Grimsby Public Library
- Grimsby Indian Shot in Hunting AccidentGrimsby Independent, 29 Oct 1953, p. 1,5 A Grimsby Indian, Harvey Silversmith, 21, was shot and killed near Little Valley, N.Y., last Thursday, by a hunter who, according to a report from the sheriff of Cattaraugus County, mistook him for a bear. The dead youth was a son of Fred Silversmith, who resides on Baker's Sideroad, North …Grimsby Independent, 29 Oct 1953, p. 1,5 A Grimsby Indian, Harvey Silversmith, 21, was shot and killed near Little Valley, N.Y., last Thursday, by a hunter who, according to a report from the sheriff of Cattaraugus County, …Grimsby Public Library
- Away Back WhenGrimsby Independent, 1 Jul 1936, p. 1 History of BeamsvilleGrimsby Independent, 1 Jul 1936, p. 1 History of BeamsvilleGrimsby Public Library
- Last post sounds for Lieut. James HunterGrimsby Independent, 11 Apr 1917, p. 1 Great was the shock received by the citizens of this district late on Monday afternoon, when it became known that Lieut. James Hunter had at last succumbed to his wounds received last fall, in hospital in England. A telegram was received by Hunter Bros., Grimsby east, from Mr. William Hunter, …Grimsby Independent, 11 Apr 1917, p. 1 Great was the shock received by the citizens of this district late on Monday afternoon, when it became known that Lieut. James Hunter had at last succumbed to his wounds …Grimsby Public Library
- Tablet unveiled to Lieut. Robson LiddleGrimsby Independent, 2 May 1917, p. 1 ...Grimsby Independent, 2 May 1917, p. 1 ...Grimsby Public Library
- Three Grimsby boys answer the last roll callGrimsby Independent, 2 May 1917, p. 1 Hughes (d. 26 Apr 1917), Cowan (d 9 Apr 1917), Lewis (d. 27 Feb 1917)Grimsby Independent, 2 May 1917, p. 1 Hughes (d. 26 Apr 1917), Cowan (d 9 Apr 1917), Lewis (d. 27 Feb 1917)Grimsby Public Library