Hi Listers, For those wondering where to get "After the Hector" I know it is available through Natural Heritage Natural History Books, Toronto, ON. The book is soft cover. e-mail [email protected] 1-800-725-9982 $26.95 Can/$19.95 US plus $4 shipping and handling (cheque or money order) Amazon.com Canada is out of stock (limited availability) Marleen

Hi Sylvia, I'm sending this note both to you and the Antigonish County listserve. This is in response to your posting on the Ancestry.com board. If your BOWMAN family in Antigonish Co. is lisited as having French origins in the census, then you might be interested to know that BOWMAN is one of the variants of the BONNEVIE dit BEAUMONT family. Here are two websites that have info on this family, but be sure to search under BONNEVIE as well as BOWMAN for your family connections. These sites also have info on the BREAU family: http://worldconnect.genealogy.rootsweb.com/cgi-bin/igm.cgi?op=GET& db=antigonish http://worldconnect.genealogy.rootsweb.com/cgi-bin/igm.cgi?db=ib4eexcept Regards, Eileen > > >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> > Board   : Boards  Localities  North America  Canada  Nova Scotia  Antigonish > Subject : Re: Breau/Brow Family Havre Bouche > Author  : Sylvia Oylear <[email protected]> > Date    : 20 May 2004 3:04 PM GMT > > http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/QOC.2ACE/62.2 > > Hi. Am looking for any thing on the Brow. Breau. Families > also Bowman. If you have any-thing to share I would be most grateful. > > Thank you. > Sylvia > [email protected]

~From the Antigonish Message Board~ Board : Boards Localities North America Canada Nova Scotia Antigonish Subject : Re: Breau/Brow Family Havre Bouche Author : Sylvia Oylear <[email protected]> Date : 20 May 2004 3:04 PM GMT http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/QOC.2ACE/62.2 Hi. Am looking for any thing on the Brow. Breau. Families also Bowman. If you have any-thing to share I would be most grateful. Thank you. Sylvia [email protected]

Hi Listers, I just came from a very interesting lecture at St. F X University by Lucille H Campey who has written 4 books on Scottish Immigration to Canada. Her latest book which she is promoting is called "After the Hector: The Scottish Pioneers of Nova Scotia and Cape Breton 1773-1852", Natural History Books, Toronto, 2004. It should be widely available - 373 pages, 192 written text and pictures and the rest are appended lists of ships of varied sorts not just passenger ships but others (cargo) that accepted passengers on return trips.Very interesting theory of Scottish settlement in Nova Scotia. I think I will enjoy the read as much as I enjoyed her lecture. Marleen

Hi Listers, I have just completed taking digital images of the gravestones at the Old Ohio Cemetery, Ohio East Road in St. Joseph's District of Antigonish County. It is in Word format with the transcriptions all written out and an alphetical index of all 82 people named on the gravestones. I have made an agreement with the Antigonish Heritage Museum to sell the CD ($10) through the Museum with the profits going to acquire microfilm for the Museum collection. If you have an interest in this cemetery and wish to purchase a copy please contact Jocelyn Gillis at the Museum. [email protected] Hopefully, if I live long enough I will get St. Joseph's Cemetery done. :-) Marleen (MacDonald) Hubley

Halifax Herald May 20, 2004 LAVANGIE, Robert King - The death of Robert King Lavangie, Fredericton, N.B., occurred in Dr. Everett Chalmers Hospital on Tuesday, May 18, 2004. Born in Havre Boucher, Antigonish, he was the son of the late J.J. and Mabel (King) Lavangie, and the husband of Yvonne O'Neill Lavangie. Bob took pre-college courses in accounting while he was living in Halifax and later he graduated from McGill University in Montreal, Que. After his graduation he went to work at the CN Headquarters in management, and during this time was president of the Lake Solar Association in Lachute, Que. He was also a member of the Barber Shoppers and the Quartet "The Cumbertones" and was part of the guys in "Voices of Argentueil" in Quebec. After he retired he moved to New Maryland where he was a member on the Committee on Transportation. Bob also enjoyed bowling on the men's league at the Kingswood Bowling Lanes. But Bob's greatest passion was woodworking and many of his pieces are left to be treasured for many years to come. He is survived by his loving wife, Yvonne; sisters, Eleanor Comeau Mosher (Glenn) and Kathleen Boudreau (Don), both of Halifax; Daisy Lavangie, Montreal, Que.; several nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by sisters, Altena and Lorriane; brothers, Garfield, Samuel, Sydney and Adrian. Visitation will be held in McAdam's Select Community Funeral Home today from 7-9 p.m. and Friday, May 21, from 7-9 p.m. The funeral mass will be celebrated on Saturday, May 22, at 10:30 a.m. in St. Paul's Church in Havre Boucher, Antigonish, Father MacLellan as celebrant. Interment will be in the parish cemetery. For those who wish, memorial tributes made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of New Brunswick would be appreciated. www.mcadamsfh.com

Halifax Herald May 20, 2004 GRANT, Sister Ellen (Sister Marie Brenda) - 79, Sister of St. Martha, Antigonish, died at Bethany on May 18, 2004. She was in the 56th year of her religious life. Sister Ellen was the youngest of two girls born to the late William Henry and Teresa (Dalton) Grant (Sydney). Her sister, Margaret, predeceased her in 1995. Sister Ellen entered the Congregation of the Sisters of St. Martha on August 15, 1945 and pronounced her first vows on August 15, 1947. Prior to entering the community, she received her commercial diploma from Mount St. Bernard in Antigonish and worked for one year. In 1966, after working in the field of social work for 15 years, Sister Ellen graduated with her diploma in Social Work from the Martime School of Social Work. After two years of office work, following her first profession, Sister Ellen ministered in social work for a period of 43 years. In Nova Scotia she served at Catholic Charities in Sydney and Dominion, Child Welfare Services, Sydney and Family Welfare in Antigonish. In Saskatchewan she served at Catholic Charities in Regina. Sister Ellen served as Director of Sisters in First Commitment for a period of three years and as local leader for 10 years while living at Martha Community, Sydney. In 1994, she retired from full-time ministry in social work and did volunteer service with the Victorian Order of Nurses, Sydney. In 2001, because of failing health, Sister Ellen moved to the Motherhouse, Bethany, and in 2002, she moved to the Extended Care Unit. Her remains will be resting at Bethany, the Motherhouse, beginning today at 1 p.m. where a Celebration of Vigil will be held this evening at 7:30 p.m. Liturgy of Christian Burial will take place 10:30 a.m. Friday, May 21, in Bethany Chapel. Arrangements are under the direction of C. L. Curry Funeral Services, Antigonish. On-line condolences at: www.clcurry.com

In a message dated 5/19/2004 1:00:35 PM !!!First Boot!!!, [email protected] writes: FLEMMING, Margaret Rita - Halifax, died March 28, 2004. She volunteered in the church, charitable and social communities in Halifax and Arisaig. Husband Clarence Patrick. Hi Linda, Can you send me the complete obit. This was my mother's cousin. Thanks again. Ella, Mulberry, FL

Hi Folks, I've managed to get way behind again!! Here are the obits from the Casket, April 7, 2004. As always, complete obits sent upon request!! Best, Linda ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ DOUCET, M. Georgina - 76, Antigonish, died March 28, 2004. Born in Tompkins, Newfoundland, she was a daughter of the late Alexander James and Florence Cassie (MacLELLAN) Doucet. [photo] ROY, John Henry - 74, Antigonish, died March 27, 2004. Born in New Glasgow, he was a son of the late Henry and Cassie (ROBSON) Roy. [photo] MacLEAN, Dr. Raymond A. - 76, Lanark, died March 31, 2004. Born in Mulgrave, he was a son of the late James and Augusta (GILLIS) MacLean. [photo] LAWLOR, D. Gerald - 75, Antigonish, died April 1, 2004. Born in Ogden, Gusyborough County, he was a son of the late John R. and Gertrude (WHITE) Lawlor. [photo] MacGILLIVRAY, Charles J. - 67, Lakevale, Antigonish County, died March 30, 2004 in Florida. Born in Antigonish, he was a son of the late John D. and Margaret "Bibby" (WILMOT) MacGillivray. [photo] MATTIE, Shirley Ann - 62, Monastery, Antigonish County, died March 28, 2004. Born in Halifax, she was a daughter of Charles and Sarah (TOREY) MYERS. [photo] RICHARD, Leonard B. - 84, Montreal, Quebec, died March 30, 2004. Born in Charlos Cove, he was a son of the late Jeffrey and Suzanne (PELLERIN) Richard. [photo] MacLEAN, Joseph Allan - 78, New Glasgow, died March 31, 2004. Born in New Glasgow, he was a son of the late Hugh and Loretta (FOGARTY) MacLean. HATTIE, Emily Rebecca - 91, Lower Sackville, formerly of Sherbrooke, died April 1, 2004. Born in New Harbour, Guysborough County, she was the daughter of the late Clifford and Nettie (DORT) SANGSTER. BRIAND, John Peter - 84, Sydney, died March 31, 2004. He was a son of the late Gratien and Julia Briand. BLACKWOOD, M. Kathleen - 90, New Glasgow, died April 2, 2004. Born in Westville, she was a daughter of the late Simon and Agnes (CAMPBELL) HIGGINS. PUBLICOVER, Parker s. - 89, Gaetz Brook, died April 1, 2004 . Born in Necum Teuch, he was a son of the late J. William and Naomi (MEISNER) Publicover. FLEMMING, Margaret Rita - Halifax, died March 28, 2004. She volunteered in the church, charitable and social communities in Halifax and Arisaig. Husband Clarence Patrick. KAISER, Stanley Knowlton - 76, Isaac's Harbour, Guysborough County, died march 30, 2004. Born in Goldboro, he was a son of the late Emma Kaiser, and was raised by his grandparents, the late Byron and Laura Kaiser. Survived by wife of 49 years, Lydia Marie (CLYBURNE) Milford Haven Home for Special Care............ IN MEMORIAMs Jessie KENNEDY {2} [photo] who passed away April 9, 2003 Mary MacDONALD who passed away April 9, 2003 [photo] Doug DELOREY who passed away April 9, 2003 William Hector MacDONALD {2} who passed away April 9, 2002

Halifax Herald May 18, 2004 DELOREY, J. Michael - 33, Chilliwack, B.C., and formerly of Tracadie, died suddenly Saturday, May 15, 2004, as a result of a motor vehicle pedestrian accident. Born in Antigonish, he was a son of Theresa (Gillis) Delorey, South River, and the late Francis Delorey. He was employed in the construction industry in British Columbia. He enjoyed nature, country music, and his pet. He had a big heart, which was obvious to anyone who knew him. Besides his mother, he is survived by sisters, Genevieve (Henry) Sawicki, Lawrencetown; Rose (Ali) Zarabi, Montreal; Mary Margaret (Greg) Farrow, Bedford; Elizabeth, Yarmouth; Karen (A.J.) Lee, England; Heather, Halifax; brothers, Bernie, Kenny, Tracadie; Carl, Monastery; Frank, Cole Harbour; David, Chilliwack, B.C. He was predeceased by his father, Francis; sisters, Mary and Marie; paternal grandparents, John and Mary Alice Delorey; maternal grandparents, Archie and Mary Gillis. The remains are resting in St. Peter's Place, Tracadie, with visitation 2-4, 7-10 p.m. Thursday. Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10 a.m. Friday in St. Peter's Church, Tracadie, Rev. John Barry officiating. Burial to follow in the parish cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to IWK Health Centre Foundation. On-line condolences to: www.clcurry.com

>Source: [email protected] >Subject: May 17, 2004 Vancouver BC > > >Obituaries (05/17/04) >The Vancouver Sun <snip> >CAMERON _ Allan Robert. Born October 1909 in Antigonish, Nova Scotia, >passed away May >11, 2004 in Maple Ridge , BC. He is survived by his wife Lorna; his >daughter Lynne (Ted) >Konings; granddaughter Kalyn and his son Duncan (Helen). Allan was a >veteran of World >War II. Allan was employed by Inman Motors in Winnipeg for 20 years and is >known best >for his work as a founder of the McPherson Winter Club in Burnaby. >Cremation. Interment >of Allan's ashes will take place at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 20, 2004 at >Ocean View >Burial Park, 4000 Imperial Street, Burnaby. Arrangements entrusted to >Burkeview Family >Funeral Care 604-944-4128.

REPLY TO: kathy <[email protected]> >ANTIGONISH MESSAGE BOARD >Subject : McDonald >Date : 13 May 2004 3:46 PM GMT > >http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/QOC.2ACE/126 Looking for parents of John McDonald married to Annie McDonald, 2 sons William and Hugh,b 1989 and 1891 Lived in Antigonish

Source: [email protected] Subject: MacEACHERN, Hugh of Cape George - Halifax C.H., Dec 19, 1979 Halifax Chronicle Herald, Dec 19, 1979 CAPE GEORGE - Hugh MacEachern, 87, of Cape George, Antigonish County, died Tuesday at St. Martha's Hospital, Antigonish. Born in Cape George, he was a son of the late John and Janet (MacDonald) MacEachern. He was a retired farmer. He is survived by a son, John B., Cape George; three daughters, Mary Janet, Halifax; Aileen (Mrs. James MacNeil), Cloverville; Eunice, at home; two sisters, Annie (Mrs. J.R. Kaiser), Cape George; and Penelope, New Glasgow and seven grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife, the former Mary Boyd; one daughter Stella; four brothers; and one sister. The body is at MacIsaac Funeral Home, Antigonish. Funeral service will be held Thursday at 11 a.m., from St. Columba Church, Lakevale, Rev. William DeCoursey officiating. Burial will be in the parish cemetery.

Halifax Herald May 12, 2004 MacDONALD, Hugh James - 72, Murray Road, Pictou Co., passed away suddenly May 9, 2004, in Ontario. Born in Pleasant Valley, Antigonish Co., he was a son of the late Allan and Christina (Gillis) MacDonald. Hugh was a member of Stella Maris Roman Catholic Church, Pictou, where he assisted as a Eucharistic Minister, and an alter server. He was a member of Father Gerald MacKenzie Council 8608, Knights of Columbus, and a fourth degree member of the Monsignor Moses Coady Council, Knights of Columbus. A long-time employee of Scott Maritimes, he retired in 1993. Hugh was also a member of the Wild Blueberry Producer's Association of Nova Scotia, and an associate member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 16, Pictou. Hugh's hobbies included hunting, fishing, and gardening. He enjoyed sports and a good game of cards. Surviving are his wife of 39 years, Marilyn (Harrison); daughters, Tracy MacDonald, Barrie, Ont.; Tammy (Brian) Thompson, Huntsville, Ont.; Holly (Kevin) Bent, Trenton; sons, Trevor (Kirstin), Toronto; Troy (Susan), Scotsburn; grandsons, Jamie, Joey, Gaelen, Brydyn, Kyler, Kieran; granddaughters, Sarah and Skye. He is also survived by sisters, Jean and Mary MacDonald, and Theresa (Gordon) Pushie, all of Antigonish County. He will also be missed by his dog, Shaggy. Hugh was predeceased by a son, Kelly; sisters, Mary Ann MacDonald, Catherine MacDonald, Betty Livingstone, Peggy MacDonald, Christina MacDonald, Rita Connally; brothers, Arthur, Angus, John, Donald and Ambrose. Visitation will be held 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Thursday in McLaren Funeral Home, Pictou. Funeral mass will be held 11 a.m. Friday in Stella Maris Roman Catholic Church, Pictou, with Father Peter MacDonald officiating. Burial will be in the parish cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia, Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of your choice.

Source: [email protected] Subject: FARRELL, Wesley of Antigonish - Halifax C.H., Feb 3, 1979 Halifax Chronicle Herald, Feb 3, 1979 ANTIGONISH - Wesley Farrell, 90, College Street, Antigonish, died Friday in Sutherland Harris Hospital, Pictou. Born in Glen Cove, Guysborough County, he was the son of the late Patrick and Johanna (Lucas) Farrell. He was a retired farmer. Surviving are his wife, the former Mary Ellen Rumley, four daughters, Margaret, Antigonish; rose (Mrs. John Layes), Cloverville; Mary Agnes (Mrs. Frank Locke), West Hill, Ont.; Lillian (Mrs. Joe Murphy), Lanark; a son, Patrick, Antigonish; two brothers, Jack, Pictou; and George, Pine Tree; several grandchildren. He was predeceased by a son, Edward, and 15 brothers and sisters. The body is at MacIsaac's Funeral Home. Funeral service will be Monday at 10 a.m. in St. Ninian's Cathedral. Burial will be in the parish cemetery.

Halifax Herald May 12, 2004 MacDONALD, Francis - 86, Lochaber, Antigonish Co., died Monday, May 10, 2004, in St. Martha's Regional Hospital, Antigonish. Born in South Lochaber, he was a son of the late William and Nell (Cooper) MacDonald. He was a farmer, heavy equipment operator, and school bus driver for St. Mary's Municipality. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife, Sylina (MacNeil); daughter, Mary (Jimmie) Long, Salmon River; brother, Reginald, South Lochaber; precious grandchildren, Michael, Shelley, James, Shawn and Eric Long who will dearly miss their "Grampa". He was predeceased by daughter, Monica MacDonald; brothers, Robert, Joseph and Gerald. Visitation 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Thursday in MacIsaac Funeral Home, Antigonish. Liturgy of Christian burial 2 p.m. Friday in St. Patrick's Church, Lochaber, Rev. Paul Murphy and Rev. R.D. Smith presiding. Burial to follow in the parish cemetery. Donations to St. Patrick's Cemetery Fund. www.MacIsaacs.ca

Halifax Herald May 10, 2004 ANDERSON, Loretta - 87, Havre Boucher, Antigonish Co., died peacefully in St. Martha's Regional Hospital, Antigonish, surrounded by her family on Saturday, May 8, 2004. Born in Mulgrave, she was the daughter of the late William and Mary Ellen (Stafford) Webb. She was a homemaker and an exceptional caregiver, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was an avid bingo player and enjoyed every opportunity to be with friends. She never missed a chance to read the local papers, a good novel and to knit. She was a member of St. Paul's Church, Havre Boucher, a lady of strong faith, and was an inspiration to many. She is survived by daughter, Ruth (Bill) Innis, Havre Boucher; sons, Allan (Gail), Martin (Shelley), both of Havre Boucher; grandchildren, Jason Nicholson, Moncton; Hyla Nicholson, Halifax; Blaine (Jennifer) Anderson, Mulgrave; Keri Anderson, Edmonton; Jenna, Adam, Matthew and Laura Anderson, Havre Boucher; great-grandchildren, Kolten, Kasidy and MacKenzie Anderson, Mulgrave; brother, Father John G. Webb, Boisdale. She was predeceased by her husband, Hyland; brothers, Xavier, Berkmans and Stephen Webb; son-in-law, Billy Nicholson. Visitation will be held 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. today, and Tuesday 11 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. in St. Paul's Centre, Havre Boucher. Funeral mass will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday in St. Paul's Roman Catholic Church, Father Alex MacLellan officiating. Burial in the parish cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Our Lady of Grace, Monastery, St. Paul's Centre or a charity of your choice. Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of Dennis Haverstock Funeral Home, Port Hawkesbury. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at: www.haverstocks.com

I read with interest with obituary from The Casket "Veteran Shipper Dies".....and wondered if anyone has any information on "conductor John MacDonald, Revelstoke, BC, a son of the deceased. My father had a friend in Revelstoke whom we called "Billy Jim" who worked for the CPR and I believe he may be the person mentioned in the obituary for Capt. Angus MacDonald. My father was born in Antigonish and also worked for the CPR in Revelstoke. Any further info would be greatly appreciated.

This lengthy obituary/biography is not very clear in places but I shall endeavour to make it readable. Hope it is of interest to some. - Marleen Hubley The Casket, March 23, 1938 Veteran Shipper Dies: At the ripe old age of ninety-nine years and five months, Capt. Angus MacDonald died at his home at Ballentyne's Cove last Sunday. He was buried at the Cove Tuesday morning after requiem Mass by Father Beaton, leaving to mourn his passing, three sons and three daughters: Mrs. James MacEachern, Ballentyne's Cove; Sister M. Austia, of the Order of St. Martha, Antigonish; conductor John MacDonald, Revelstoke, BC; Colin F. at Ballentyne's Cove, Angus and Miss Catherine at home. Deceased was a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. John MacDonald, Rear Georgeville. As a lad he determined to take up the trade of sail-maker and went to Pictou to serve his apprenticeship, being accompanied by a Port Hastings youth named Reynolds, who also, later became a master. While at Pictou the boys improved their time by studying navigation and other subjects, and when their term of service as apprentices had expired they went to sea, aboard ships in the coastal trade. The greater part of Capt. MacDonald's life was spent afloat, and for thirty-eight years he sailed to foreign ports, crossing the Atlantic fifty-two times. After getting his master's papers in 1860, Capt. MacDonald sailed ships belonging to C B Whidden and Son, and Christopher MacDonald, two leading Antigonish merchants, but for most of his career he captained Halifax and Pictou craft. Naturally, in his time, the old skipper had many a stirring experience, the event which made the greatest impression on him taking place in the summer of 1873. He was at that time mate on the barque "Commissioner", owned and commanded by Capt. Charles Graham, Antigonish, and about to make her maiden voyage from New Glasgow to South America. To accommodate a friend Mate MacDonald sailed a small coastal schooner from New Glasgow to Arichat, where, with the Captain's wife and children, he was to await the arrival of the "Commissioner". Capt. Graham, his boat laden with coal, sailed from the East River, August 24. In St. George's Bay the craft was struck by the famous "August gale" and floundered, all hands being lost. In November 1881, Capt. MacDonald was in charge of the brigantine "Trust", out of New York for San Sebastian, Spain, with a cargo of petroleum. After a voyage of about ten days the "Trust" ran into poor weather, and was scudding along under light canvas when the watch sighted a demasted ship, the "Cornet" (?) of Liverpool, out of St. John. Darkness fell just as signs of life were noticed aboard the wreck. Capt. MacDonald remained in the neighbourhood throughout the night most of the next day, and before evening had taken off the Captain, his wife and a crew of 17. For his initiative and humanity in the rescue, Capt. MacDonald was later presented with a silver teapot by the British government, and the gift remains a treasured possession in the MAcDonald home to this day. The crew received money gifts. It is interesting to note that one of the rescued crew, Edward Flynn, lives at Merland, Antigonish County. In 1893 the Captain left the sea and was appointed Captain of the government ferry plying between Mulgrave and Point Tupper, and here he remained four years, retiring then to his farm at the Cape. Some forty years ago Capt. MacDonald was married to Miss MArgaret MacNeil, Georgeville, who predeceased him by a few years. RIP

>From: "Carolyn Wallace" <[email protected]> > "ns roots" <[email protected]> > > >The Eastern Chronicle, New Glasgow, N.S. >Thursday, Jan.22, 1942 >R.A. MacDonald > Roderick Alexander MacDONALD, 40, son of Mrs. MacDonald and the late >Joseph V. MacDonald of Antigonish, died in Sandusky, Ohio, from injuries >received in an accident seven hours earlier.No particulars have been >received by his mother, but he had been engaged in telephone or or telegraph >line work for some time and it is assumed the accident occured during the >performance of his duties on January 16. > Roddie MacDonald was a section man on the C.N.R. for some time and three >or four years after the death of his father went to the United States, about >1926. Surviving are two sisters, Mrs. Thomas Norton (Annabel), Jamaica >Plains, Mass., and Mrs. John J. Farley (Eulalia), Newton Centre, Mass. > >xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx