I should have mentioned that you can download that list of cemetery listings for FREE. It's the photos that cost. Matt > David/Kathleen and all, > > Click on www.stonepics.com > > and you can download a very extensive file (currently 161,000 ) of Nfld. > cemetery listings.You can also order recent photos of any of the > stones/monuments listed. > > For the record, I'm not associated in any way with this site. > > Matt > > > > > Hi Kathleen > > > > I've have many ancestors resting in Belvedere Cemetary as well (Power and > > Keating) and have had no luck finding anything online either. If you have > > any success, please pass it along > > > > thanks > > > > Dave Meaux > > > > Houston, Texas > > > > > > ----- Original Message ----- > > From: <MACLEANTHEARCHER@aol.com> > > To: <NFLD-LAB-L@rootsweb.com> > > Sent: Thursday, August 21, 2003 8:01 AM > > Subject: [NFLD-LAB] WILLIAM MULLALLY St. Johns NFLD > > > > > > > Hi all, > > > I am looking for information on Belvedere Cemetary in St. Johns. > > > Specifically for the names of NORAH STAUNTON and WILLIAM MULLALLY. The > > information I > > > seek is the dates on there stones. Please help I cant find any online > > > information for this cemetary and I have no idea where else to look. > > Kathleen from > > > Stoney Creek, Ont > > > > > > > > > ==== NFLD-LAB Mailing List ==== > > > To search the archives: > > > http://archiver.rootsweb.com/th/index/NFLD-LAB > > > > > > > > > > > > > > ==== NFLD-LAB Mailing List ==== > > Roll Call Page for Nfld-Lab Mail List: > > http://amoose4.tripod.com/ > > > > > ==== NFLD-LAB Mailing List ==== > Roll Call Page for Nfld-Lab Mail List: > http://amoose4.tripod.com/ >

Hi All, Does anyone know what has happened to Newfoundland GenWeb? It is not available online? Thanks Tom

At 08:15 AM 21/08/2003 -0500, David Meaux wrote: >I've have many ancestors resting in Belvedere Cemetary as well (Power and >Keating) and have had no luck finding anything online either. If you have >any success, please pass it along Try the Newfoundland & Labrador Genealogy Society as they have this cemetery in their database. Debbie Jeans, CG(C) Certified Genealogist (Canada) St.John's, Newfoundland

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Hi Tom . Go to http://www.genweb.ca/ Thomas Kendell wrote: > Hi All, > > Does anyone know what has happened to Newfoundland GenWeb? It is not > available online? > > Thanks > Tom > > > > > ==== NFLD-LAB Mailing List ==== > Please do not submit, or respond to, virus alerts, chain letters, or other off-topic material sent to the list. > >

David/Kathleen and all, Click on www.stonepics.com and you can download a very extensive file (currently 161,000 ) of Nfld. cemetery listings.You can also order recent photos of any of the stones/monuments listed. For the record, I'm not associated in any way with this site. Matt > Hi Kathleen > > I've have many ancestors resting in Belvedere Cemetary as well (Power and > Keating) and have had no luck finding anything online either. If you have > any success, please pass it along > > thanks > > Dave Meaux > > Houston, Texas > > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: <MACLEANTHEARCHER@aol.com> > To: <NFLD-LAB-L@rootsweb.com> > Sent: Thursday, August 21, 2003 8:01 AM > Subject: [NFLD-LAB] WILLIAM MULLALLY St. Johns NFLD > > > > Hi all, > > I am looking for information on Belvedere Cemetary in St. Johns. > > Specifically for the names of NORAH STAUNTON and WILLIAM MULLALLY. The > information I > > seek is the dates on there stones. Please help I cant find any online > > information for this cemetary and I have no idea where else to look. > Kathleen from > > Stoney Creek, Ont > > > > > > ==== NFLD-LAB Mailing List ==== > > To search the archives: > > http://archiver.rootsweb.com/th/index/NFLD-LAB > > > > > > > > ==== NFLD-LAB Mailing List ==== > Roll Call Page for Nfld-Lab Mail List: > http://amoose4.tripod.com/ >

Hi all, I am looking for information on Belvedere Cemetary in St. Johns. Specifically for the names of NORAH STAUNTON and WILLIAM MULLALLY. The information I seek is the dates on there stones. Please help I cant find any online information for this cemetary and I have no idea where else to look. Kathleen from Stoney Creek, Ont

Hi Kathleen I've have many ancestors resting in Belvedere Cemetary as well (Power and Keating) and have had no luck finding anything online either. If you have any success, please pass it along thanks Dave Meaux Houston, Texas ----- Original Message ----- From: <MACLEANTHEARCHER@aol.com> To: <NFLD-LAB-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: Thursday, August 21, 2003 8:01 AM Subject: [NFLD-LAB] WILLIAM MULLALLY St. Johns NFLD > Hi all, > I am looking for information on Belvedere Cemetary in St. Johns. > Specifically for the names of NORAH STAUNTON and WILLIAM MULLALLY. The information I > seek is the dates on there stones. Please help I cant find any online > information for this cemetary and I have no idea where else to look. Kathleen from > Stoney Creek, Ont > > > ==== NFLD-LAB Mailing List ==== > To search the archives: > http://archiver.rootsweb.com/th/index/NFLD-LAB > >

Transcribed Obituaries for Wednesday, August 20, 2003, courtesy of "The Telegram", St.John's, NL. BREEN, Mary Elizabeth (Mollie) Murphy - Passed peacefully away on July 27, 2003, Mary Elizabeth Breen in her 93rd. year. Predeceased by infant daughter Joan, husband Herb, brothers: Chris, Rob, Bill and Hubert; sisters: Doris, Madeline and Ellen. Leaving to mourn with many fond memories, her sons: Gordon (Glenna), Stan (Betty); five precious grandchildren; six precious great-grandchildren; sisters Nora and Win; brothers: Nelson, Phillip and their families and a large circle of friends. At Mary`s request cremation has taken place. A period of visitation for family and friends will take place at Carnell`s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Rd. on Thursday, Aug. 21, 2003 from 2-4 and 7-9 and on Friday, Aug. 22 from 10-12. Funeral service to take place at 2:00 pm on Friday from St. Thomas Anglican Church. Interment to follow at the Anglican Cemetery, Forest Rd. No flowers by request, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. August 20, 2003 NEWELL, Whilhelmina Margaret - Passed peacefully away at the Dr. Walter Templeman Hospital, Bell Island on August 18, 2003, age 62 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories six sons; three daughters and eleven grandchildren. Resting at Pendergast`s Funeral Home. Funeral service on Thursday, August 21, 2003 at 11:00 a.m. in St. Cyprian`s Church. Interment in the Anglican Cemetery, Bell Island. She Is Just Away! I cannot say, and I will not say that she is dead - she is just away! With a cherry smile and a wave of the hand, Mom has wandered into an unknown land and left us dreaming how very fair. It needs must be, since she linger there, So think of her fairing on, as dear in the Love of there as the love of here; Think of her still as the same, I say; She is not dead - She is just away! August 20, 2003 RANDELL, Margaret (nee Freeman) - Passed away peacefully at Western Memorial Regional Hospital after a short illness, Margaret Randell (nee Freeman) in her 85th year, formerly of Port Rexton, Trinity Bay. Predeceased by husband Joseph Randell in 1976. Leaving to mourn her son Roger (Joyce) Randell of Meadows; granddaughter Jennifer (Matthew) Walters, Curling; grandson Nicholas Randell, Meadows. Interment at the Anglican Cemetery, Port Rexton, at a date to be announced. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. August 20, 2003

Searching for the KELLY'S and the NOLANS of planctia bay.DANIEL KELLY AND SARAH NOLAN born some time around 1820 -1825.

Thanks to Shirley Rathbun for her research and postings of the Tewksbury Almshouse in MA. USA...With permission to pass on to the list. Ann{MacDonald } Batten Subject: [NS-L] ALICE AND ANNIE HUNT The following was found in the Tewksbury Almshouse Inmate Case Histories, Vol. 5, 10/1866 to 2/1867, Tewksbury, MA., cases 27710 and 27711: 27710 - Hunt, Alice, 23, born N F., Bona Vista. 27711 - Hunt, Annie, 1 1/2, born Walton, N. S. Married husband, Charles Hunt, fisherman, in N. F., now off. Never with him in America. Landed N. Y. per schooner "Ruby", Feb. or March 1866 and paid $2 head money. 1 week there, then by O.C. & N.R.R. to Boston in April. There till Sept., then to N. S. after her baby; brought her by "Ruby" in Oct. to Bridgeport, Ct., then to Lowell and left child, then to Milton to see sister of Charles Martin, cabinet maker in Cedar St., Milton. There 1 week and Charles had to do with her every day she was there. Then to Lowell and Harvard, then here. First marriage forced. Saw Martin last Monday, 28th. Ask S. C. W. and send to Martin. Sent to Bridgeport, Ct., Feb. 4, 1867. B. S. C. Shirley Rathbun ==== NOVA-SCOTIA Mailing List ==== As of June 1, 2002, there were 1000 subscribers on this list!

Transcribed Obituaries for Tuesday, August 19, 2003, courtesy of "The Telegram", St.John's, NL. BARBOUR, Cluny - Passed peacefully away at Health Sciences Centre CCU on Monday, August 18, 2003, Cluny K. Barbour, age 86. Predeceased by wife Olive, April 30, 2001. Left to celebrate his full life are his daughters: Marion (Jim Morris), Jeanette (Jim Williams), Betty (Glenn Andrews); nine much loved grandchildren: Krista (Paul), Michael (Carrie-Lynn), Renée (Lou), Lea-Ann (Joey), Tracey (Todd), Jason and Glenn Andrews, Cory and Adam (Nicole) Williams. Idolized great-grandchildren: Alyssa and Sarah Williams, Karly and Madison Williams, Zachary, Sarina and Samuel Carosielli, Joanne and James Minnett, Spencer and Faith Noseworthy, Devon and Emma Andrews. Extra special niece Florence White. Other special nieces and nephews and friends. His two furry pals Rocky and Holly. At his request, cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers, donations made in his name to his favorite charity - Janeway Children`s Hospital. Interment at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery on Wednesday, August 20, at 2! p.m. You`re welcome to come celebrate his life with his family at the residence of Marion Morris, 573 Main Road, Pouch Cove, on Friday, August 22, from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. August 19, 2003 BENNETT (Moores), Cecily Phyllis, Minden, LA - Funeral services for Cecily Phyllis (Moores) Bennett, 72 will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 20, 2003 at the Hill Crest Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Joe Hunter and Rev. Brian Hamilton officiating. Interment will follow in Hill Crest Memorial Park. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 19, 2003 at the Hill Crest Funeral Home. Mrs. Bennett entered into rest Sunday, August 17, 2003 in Shreveport, LA. She was a retired registered nurse and a resident of Minden since 1988. Cecily was preceded in death by her son, Walter Bennett; brother, Roy Moores, and her parents. Survivors include her husband of fifty years Thomas W. Bennett; a son, Terry W. Bennett of Fresno, CA; one sister, Pearl Moores of Harbor Grace, NL, Canada; and a granddaughter, Tabitha Guerra of Waskom, TX. Honorary Pallbearers will be Jeremy Bandy, Jimmy Bandy, Jimmy Lindsey, Richard Burk, and Roger Bates. The family would like! to express their sincere appreciation to Dr. Patrick Connor, Dr. Roscoe Chan, Dr. Benjamin Ngwyen, and the staff of the Cancer Treatment Center, and third floor staff, of Christus Schumpert Medical Center. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, or to the charity of the donor`s choice. August 19, 2003 CHAFE, Raymond Stephen - Passed peacefully away at the Health Sciences Centre on Monday, August 18, 2003, age 52 years. Leaving to mourn his wife Launa; daughter Tammy (Paul), grandchildren: Heather, Paul J., Morgan and Abigail; daughter Tina (Andrew), grandson Bryan; sons Alvin (Nicolle), granddaughter Sadie; and son Stephen; as well as a large circle of other relatives and friends. Private family services have taken place. Donations in his memory may be made to the Brian Tumor Society, Health Sciences Centre. August 19, 2003 COFFIN, Jean Frances (Jones) - On August 18, 2003, Jean Coffin of Lewisporte, formerly of Joe Batt`s Arm, quietly and peacefully passed away at age 84 in Topsail. She is predeceased by husband Percy, five infant children, brothers: Harvey and Gerald and sister Phyllis. Left to mourn are: brother Owen (Betty) of St. John`s; sister Mildred Blundon of Port aux Basques and several nieces and nephews and special friends in Lewisporte. Visitation at Barrett`s Funeral Home, Hamilton Ave. on Tuesday, August 19 from 10:30 am to 12:00, 2:00 to 4:00 pm, 7:00 to 9:00 pm and Wednesday from 10:30 am to 12:00 noon. Funeral service from Barrett`s Chapel, at a time to be announced. Interment at Lewisport at a time to be announced. Flowers gratefully declined but donations may be made in her memory to St. Paul`s Anglican Church, Lewisporte, or the Neo-Natal unit of the Janeway Hospital. August 19, 2003 DRODGE, Kenneth Edmund - Passed away on Monday, August 18, 2003, after a courageous battle with cancer in his 27th year. Leaving to mourn his loving wife Lee-anne (Piercey); Parents: Wayne and Mary Drodge; Brother Tim (Melissa); father and mother-in-law Junior and Florence Piercey; brothers-in-law Darren and Dale (Linda); sister-in-law Heather Best (Kevin); also a large circle of other relatives and friends. Resting at Caul`s Funeral Home, LeMarchant Rd. on Tuesday, August 19th from 7 pm - 10 pm and Wednesday, August 20th from 10 am - 5 pm and 7 pm - 10 pm. Funeral Mass to take place on Thursday, August 21, 2003 at 11:30 am from Corpus Christi Church. Interment to follow at Kilbride Cemetery. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations in his memory may be made to a charity of one`s choice. August 19, 2003 GRANT, Veronica (Vera) nee Walsh - Passed peacefully away at St. Patrick`s Mercy Home on Monday, August 18, 2003, Veronica (Vera) Grant. Predeceased by her husband Jack, May 2000. Left to celebrate her life sons: Jim (Verna), Corner Brook, Brian (Sharon); daughter: Pat Clarke (Ed); Grandchildren: Jamie (Danette) Grant, Matthew (Tanya) Grant and their mother Jane Grant. Valerie and Alicia Grant, Paul and Geoff Clarke and great-grandchildren Ryan and Jenna Grant; and many other relatives and friends especially R.C.L. Branch 56. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will take place Wednesday, August 20, 2003 , 2:00 - 4:00 pm and 7:00 - 9:00 pm. Funeral Mass on Thursday at 9:30 a.m. followed by inurnment at the Field of Honor, Mt. Pleasant Cemetery. August 19, 2003 WINDSOR, Anne - At home in Niagara Falls on Monday, August 18, 2003, Anne Windsor beloved wife of John (Jack) Windsor who predeceased her on July 15th of this year. Much loved mother of Jeanette Winker, James (Patricia), Frank (Veronica), Paul and Wayne. Dear sister of Patrick (Shirley) Kerrivan, Gerald (Mary) Kerrivan and Marie (Robert) Somerton. Dear sister-in-law of Agnes, Ann and Florence Kerrivan and Philip Tobin. Also survived by her eighteen grandchildren, fifteen great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Predeceased by her daughter Maureen, brothers: Edward, Francis, Jerome, John, James, Kevin, Ronald and Thomas, her sisters: Margaret, Helen and Veronica and her great-grandson Christopher. Mrs. Windsor was born in St. John`s, NL, March 9, 1920. She came to St. Catharines in 1965 where she operated Villa Maria Nursing Home until her retirement. Friends may call at THE WILLIAMS FUNERAL HOME, 722 Ridge Road, North, Ridgeway from 7-9 Tuesday and 2-4 and 7-9 ! Wednesday. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated in St. Patrick`s Catholic Church Thursday morning at 10:30. Interment Victoria Lawn Cemetery. Memorial donations would be appreciated to The Salvation Army. August 19, 2003

Dear Friends, I am currently researching the history of 'tap dancing in Canada' for publication. This will be a useful tool for Canadian Arts Foundations and an important area of our heritage. If you know of anyone who studied tap dancing, performed tap dancing or owned a dance studio, taught tap dancing, a shoemaker who installed taps on dancers shoes, a musician who played for tap dancers, or anyone connected to tap dancing in Canada circa 1870- 1960, please contact me at ktimlock@sympatico.ca. It doesn't matter if it was your great-grandmother who only danced at family occasions, or maybe a relative or friend who danced professionally. I need a record of all tap dancers in Canada albeit recreational or professional, and/or anyone connected to the tap dance realm. Any information on newspaper articles, programs from dance performances etc. would be greatly appreciated. Yours in Tap!!! Thanking you in advance. kimberley timlock artistic director itap productions www.geocities.com/tradin8s

Not to advertise or anything, but I was putzing around and went to the Alibris Books website. I put in Fizzard and lo and behold up pops History of Grand Bank. They had one copy which I snagged. Then I put in Newfoundland - 500 books came up. Of course, I had to scan thru every single page :-) If anyone is looking for Charles Lench's Methodism in Bonavista, there are several copies. I'll list a couple of the books I think people might be interested in... Seary's Historic Newfoundland by Harold Horwood Joseph Banks in Newfoundland and Labrador, 1766.... Juke's Excursions There are several town/outport history's, so it's possible the one you are looking for might be there. Some books are reasonably priced and some can really hit your pocketbook, but it is worth a look to see if there is something you can't live without that is within your means. -- Slainte Cheryl Grand Bank coordinator, NL Genweb: http://www.genweb.ca/nfdata/main_027_1.htm Burin coordinator, NGB: http://ngb.chebucto.org/Burin/index-bur.shtml

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Transcribed Obituaries for Monday, August 18, 2003, courtesy of "The Telegram", St.John's, NL. BREEN, Gerald Michael - Passed suddenly away on Sunday, August 17, 2003, at the Health Sciences Centre, Gerald Michael Breen, aged 40 years. Predeceased by his parents, Reginald and Margaret of Kilbride. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories his sister, Barbara (Bob), brothers, Wayne and Ronald. Also many nieces, nephews, uncles and aunts. Many memories and heartfelt thank-you to all the special people in Gerald`s life at the East Coast Residential Support (Dundas Street). A very special thank-you to Dan, Rhonda, Robyn and Kathy. Resting at Caul`s Funeral Home LeMarchant Road on Tuesday and Wednesday from 2-4 p.m. and 7-10 p.m. Funeral mass to take place on Thursday August 21, 2003 from Corpus Christi Church at a time to be announced. Interment to follow at Kilbride Cemetery. Flowers gratefully accepted. August 18, 2003 CHALKER, James R. - Passed away peacefully in his 91st year surrounded by his loving family. Predeceased by his wife Margaret (nee Butt) and his granddaughter Holly Langin. Leaving to mourn his sons: Richard (Elizabeth) and Tim (Judy); daughter Jill (Cliff Langin); grandchildren: Lynn Puddester, Jim and Vicki Chalker, Glen and Scott Langin, Tim and Meghan Chalker; eight great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandson; sister-in-law, Alice Crosbie; very special friend Sandra Elliot; also a large number of nieces and nephews. Fondly known as J.R. by family and friends. He had a fulfilling and extraordinary life. He was a businessman, who was elected to the House of Assembly in 1949 and was a member of the first elected Liberal cabinet under Premier Joseph R. Smallwood and was the last serving member of that cabinet. He was a chartered member and past president of the Kinsmen Club of St. John`s. Past member of St. John`s Masonic Lodge. J.R. was born in St. John`s October 9, 1912,! son of James Rich and Mary (Burne). The way he made us all feel very welcome in his beloved home, ³The Gizzie² and his sense of humor will be greatly missed by all. Family will be receiving visitors at Carnell`s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Rd. from 7-9 p.m. Monday, 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Tuesday. Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, August 20, 2003 at 11 a.m. from St. Thomas Anglican Church. Interment to follow at the Anglican Cemetery, Forest Rd. In lieu of flowers, donation in J.R.`s memory may be made to the CNIB. August 18, 2003 FILLIER, Robert - Passed peacefully away at St. Clare`s Mercy Hospital on Sunday, August 17, 2003 Robert Fillier, Longshoreman, age 77 years. Predeceased by his parents Robert and Maud Fillier; brother Jim and sister Hazel. Leaving to mourn his loving and devoted wife of 42 1/2 years Eleanor (nee Purcell); daughter Eleanor; six sons: Robert, Clarence, Gordon, Steven, William and James; 16 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; mother-in-law Gladys Purcell; a number of sisters-in-law; and brothers-in-law; also a number of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Resting at Barrett`s Funeral Home, 328 Hamilton Avenue on Sunday from 7-9 p.m. on Monday from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. and on Tuesday from 10 a.m.-12 noon. Funeral service to be held from the Salvation Army Haven of Hope on Tuesday, August 19, 2003 at 2 p.m. Interment to follow at the Salvation Army Cemetery, Blackmarsh Road. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations to the Haven of Hope. Please visit www.barretts! .ca to sign the memorial guest book. August 18, 2003 GRUCHY, Thomas H. Sr. - Passed peacefully away at the Health Sciences Centre on Saturday, August 16, 2003, Tom Gruchy Sr. of Pouch Cove, aged 74 years. Predeceased by his parents Philip and Lily (nee Snow). Leaving to mourn his loving wife of 42 years Marjorie (nee Bragg), sons Tommy (Bev) and Philip (Elizabeth), daughters Pauline Hudson (Calvin), Nancy Crocker (Paul) and Christine Gruchy (Mike); beloved grandchildren Amanda, Chelsea and Luke Hudson and Hailey Crocker. Also leaving to mourn his brother Philip, sisters Rita Duncanson and Mary Hussey (Bill), brothers-in-law Eric Bragg (Maud) and Charlie Bragg (Pat), sisters-in-law Mary Jennings, Dorothy Hamlyn, Edith Bubli, Lucy Cole and Joyce Manning, nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends. Resting at Carnell`s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road on Monday and Tuesday from 10 a.m.-9 p.m. and Wednesday from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Funeral service to take place on Wednesday, August 20, 2003 at 2 p.m. from All Saints Anglican Church,! Pouch Cove, with interment to follow in the Anglican Cemetery, Pouch Cove. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations in his memory may be made to the All Saints Anglican Cemetery Fund, Pouch Cove. August 18, 2003 MERCER, Mary (nee Godden) - Passed peacefully away at the Leonard A. Miller Centre on Sunday, August 17, 2003, Mary Mercer age 88 years. Predeceased by her husband Malcolm J. (Mac), brothers Cecil and Clarence and sister Amy (March). Leaving to mourn three children: Mac (Elaine) Owen Sound, ON, Keith (Harriet) St. John`s and Phyllis Joudrey (Paul) Moncton, NB; two sisters: Phyllis Godden and Bertha Quick; nine grandchildren: Ainsley, Garth and Craig Mercer, Lesley and Nicholas Mercer, Robin, Kathryn, Philip and Karen Joudrey, as well as a large circle of other relatives and friends. Resting at Carnell`s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service from the Carnell Memorial Chapel on Wednesday, August 20, 2003 at 2 p.m. Interment at the Anglican Cemetery, Kenmount Road. As an expression of sympathy, friends or relatives may send flowers or charitable donations in her memory to the Newfoundland Cancer Treatment and Research Foundation or t! he Red Cross. August 18, 2003 ROSS, Col. Sarah - Passed peacefully away at the Salvation Army Glenbrook Lodge on Sunday, August 17, 2003, Mrs. Col. Sarah Ross (Retired Salvation Army Officer). Aged 98 years. Predeceased by her husband Col. William Ross, 1993. Left with fond memories are a sister, nieces, nephews in Edmonton, Alberta; care-giver Mrs. Alma Kelloway and family; also the residents and staff of the Glenbrook Lodge; and a large circle of friends. Resting at Barrett`s Funeral Home, 328 Hamilton Avenue from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Monday. Funeral service to be held from the Salvation Army Temple, Torbay Road on Tuesday, August 19, 2003 at 2 p.m. Interment to follow at the Salvation Army Cemetery, Blackmarsh Road. As expressions of sympathy donations may be made to the Salvation Army Glenbrook Lodge. Please visit www.barretts.ca to sign the memorial guest book. August 18, 2003 STREET, Joan Lorraine (nee Reid) - Passed peacefully away 10 p.m. at the Health Sciences Centre on Saturday, August 16, 2003, after a short courageous battle with cancer. Predeceased by baby girl Street; sisters Carmel and Barbara and parents William and Kathleen Reid. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories husband Alex; children Holly (Steve) and Bill (Helen); grandchildren William Jr., Amy, Steven and Allison; brother Karl (Jane); special sister-in-law Shirley Yetman and a large circle of nieces, relatives and friends. Resting at Caul`s Funeral Home, LeMarchant Road. Funeral service on Monday, August 18th, 2003, 10 a.m. from Caul`s Chapel. Cremation to follow. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations in her memory may be made to the Cancer Society. August 18, 2003

From: "Evelyn" ewoudenberg@roadrunner.nf.net To: NFLD-LAB-L@rootsweb.com Sent: Sunday, August 17, 2003 4:32 PM Subject: TIDBIT INFO. "ANCESTOR'S PARADISE" NL. > Tidbits of info. about our Ancestor's paradise, traditions that have stayed > throughout the many years, walking in our Ancestors foot steps, but without > the hardships they had to endure. They broaden their paths for us, their > many great grandchildren and wished the best for all of us. They are "Gone > But Not Forgotten". Lest we forget! > > > ENJOY! The Tour Of Our Ancestor's Homeland: > > > Welcome to Newfoundland and Labrador > The place where land, water and sky embrace like old friends. And the edge > of North America holds an adventure as big as the sky. Encounter a land old > as time, and people who make you feel like you've known them all your life. > > Where you'll always be welcome. > The far east of the western world. > > Come to the place where the New World begins. Feel the power of the > Atlantic as it meets North America for the first time. It happens right here > at Cape Spear. Where Newfoundland's oldest surviving lighthouse has stood > for 16 decades. Where the wind warms your soul and where you're closer to > Ireland's Cape Clear than Ontario's Thunder Bay. > > Come to the city that started it all, the first in the New World. Come to > St. John's and take a walk on Water Street, the oldest street in North > America. Look out over a naturally-sheltered harbour, where 40 vessels lay > anchored 40 years before the Mayflower landed. Raise a glass in a place that > boasted over 80 pubs before the Americans began their battle for > independence. Now that's history. > > > Take a walk in our parks. > > Come to Gros Morne National Park. Recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage site > for its exceptional beauty and unique geological features. Ramble over an > ancient expanse of mantle rock. Where colossal collisions of tectonic plates > created formations as barren as the moon. Take a stroll through a jumbled > mass of rust-coloured rocks. Visit the Tablelands, a 600-metre high plateau > that forms one of the world's best examples of rock exposed from the earth's > interior. Rock usually found only deep beneath the ocean floor. This is the > land of the Titans, where human travellers are dwarfed by Precambrian cliffs > towering thousands of feet above land-locked fjords. > > A serious hike takes you all the way to the top of Gros Morne Mountain and > rewards you with an unforgettable view of Ten Mile Pond and the Long Range > Mountains. > > > This is where giant arctic hares make their home, and woodland caribou and > moose can be found. Steep valley slopes are alive with lichens, mosses, and > tuckamore trees. Orchids thrive, over thirty wild species in all. Berries > answer to names like bakeapple, partridge, and alpine bear. Gros Morne is > like no other place on the face of the earth. Come see our wild side. Take a > walk in our park. > > > Breathing room. > > Come to Labrador, one of the last great wilderness areas on earth - a > colossal frontier. Over 300,000 square kilometres of unspoiled land. > Mountain ranges containing some of the oldest exposed rock on the planet. > The Torngat, the Kaumajet, and the Kiglapait mountains feature sheer walls > that soar 5,000 breathtaking feet out of the ocean. > > Wildlife roam in spectacular numbers. One of the largest barren ground > caribou herd in the world lives here, the George River Caribou Herd, 450,000 > strong. There are moose, wolves, lynx, porcupines, and polar bears. Whales, > seals, and giant arctic hares. It's wild. > > If you're a fool for fishing, you'll be crazy about our fish. Brook Trout > tipping the scales at seven and eight pounds. Ouananiche, a landlocked > salmon, the largest in the world was caught here, a 22-pound trophy. And > Atlantic salmon run upwards of 20,000 fish in some of our rivers. > > > You can see forever in Labrador. And you can see where the Palaeo-Indians > lived 9,000 years ago. See the 7,500-year-old Maritime Archaic Indian burial > site which is the most ancient evidence of a funeral in North America. And > Red Bay is where the Basque whalers, in the early 1500s, rendered whale oil > for Europe, establishing the first industry in the new world. > > The people of Labrador are your hosts in this big-hearted place. You'll > notice that it's a personal thing when you come to our home. The Innu and > Inuit are Labrador's indigenous peoples. Their history dates back many > centuries, and it is they who first learned how to live in this land. > Whaling, fishing, and fur trapping brought European settlement around 1700. > You can see how it was at Hebron, Hopedale, and Nain where original, > preserved Moravian mission sites still hold out against the elements. > > Come to Labrador. A place that will awaken your heart and soul. > > > Avalon Region > > As rugged as the rocks of its shores and as friendly as the pubs of St. > John's. The Avalon Peninsula is where Newfoundland and North America begins. > It's a place where you can photograph herds of caribou or seabird colonies, > icebergs, or whales. Spend your nights fine wining and dining or raise a > cheer in a pub. Find arts and entertainment, great food, and a wide range of > accommodations, as well as some terrific buys on Newfoundland and Labrador > crafts and artwork. You will also find warm, fun-loving people with high > regard for friendliness and hospitality. > > Thrust out into the waters of the North Atlantic, this irregularly-shaped > peninsula once was a part of the European continent that drifted westward > 400 million years ago. Settlers from England and Ireland began farming and > fishing here in the 1600s. The Avalon is filled with tales of the early > adventurers who laid claim to this New World and the men from many nations > who fished here. All over the region you'll hear legends and lore from the > folk that you meet. Museums and historic sites bring history to life. Every > community is a picture postcard of tiny houses surrounded by a spectacular > seascape. All parts of the peninsula are within a few hours drive of the > province's capital city, St. John's, and its newest city, Mount Pearl. > > > Exploring Newfoundland and Labrador brings you closer to your true self. > This is a big place with a lot to see and do, so take your time. Discover > the common thread. You'll find it hiking the rugged coast while whales > frolic in the ocean at your feet, dancing jigs and reels, eating food with > funny-sounding names, gazing at a glacier-carved fjord, and in the orange > silence of the autumn forest as you listen for moose. > > Whether you are here for the sedate or the pulse-pounding, there's a rhythm > for you. Where else can you experience the old world and the new, visit the > past, present, and future in the same day? And at the end say, yes, this was > the finest hour. Until tomorrow. > > > Entertainment: > > The people of Newfoundland and Labrador have always enjoyed what we call "a > time" - an evening of songs and stories, music and dances, laughter and > food. In the small isolated coves and inlets scattered around our coast the > people provided the entertainment themselves. There was always someone with > a yarn to tell, or a tune to play. > > Our history has had as much influence as our geography. English, Irish, > Scots, French, and Basque visitors and settlers have made their mark on our > language, our music, and our arts. The aboriginal peoples of the province > add a distinctive brand of culture. The result is a unique blend of talent > and styles of performing and other arts that will stir your soul and > stimulate your senses. > > > There's a good time waiting for all who visit Newfoundland and Labrador. Our > rich culture of food, dance, song and storytelling is captured in festivals > and events across the province. So tap your fingers through the regions to > find out which festivals will get you tapping your toes > > Whalin' The Blues > Let's clean up the beach, go watch whales, and listen to some cool blues. > This extended festival begins Earth Day and goes to Labour Day. There will > be house concerts and nightclub gigs. > > > Soirees & Times - Avalonia Times > This play travels back in time to the early days of our Colony of Avalonia > where you will encounter a motley crew of original settlers. You will embark > on a historical/comical journey through time and meet lively characters > portraying events while experiencing Irish/Southern Shore culture. > Traditional music and food will be served up by the original crew for a > "grand ole time" indeed. > > > O'boyle's Rum Walk > Stroll through the narrow streets and alleyways of the city and learn about > Rum, Romance and Rebellion. A "must" thing to do in St. John's. > > > Placentia Area Theatre D'heritage > "Faces of Fort Royal" theatrical production about Pierre Le Moyne > D'Iberville's attack on the English in 1696 and the life of Les Plaisantins. > "Glimpses of Placentia's Past," vignettes performed at various locations > throughout Placentia. > > > Signal Hill Tattoo > This ceremony features British Military Drills, music and manoeuvres from > the 1790s. The Tattoo performs every Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and > Sunday at 11:00 AM and 3:00 PM (weather permitting). On days the Tattoo > takes place, there's also a firing of the noonday gun during a 5-10 minute > ceremony. > > > Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra > The Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra (NSO) presents over 20 concerts during > its September to April season; usually on Friday and/or Saturday evenings. > Venues include the Arts & Culture Centre, Cook Recital Hall and the Basilica > of St. John the Baptist. > > > An annual 2,200 km automobile tour featuring a passing parade of priceless > classic, sporting, grand touring and historic autos from 1900 to the > present. This unique motorsport rally competition will cover roads in > Eastern and Central parts of the island, and includes vehicle expos in St. > John's, Clarenville, Marystown and Gander. Leg One covers the northern > Avalon Peninsula to Gander. > > The lay of a very big land > > More than 400,000 square kilometres. Larger than New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, > and Prince Edward Island - combined. 17,000 kilometres of rugged coastline. > Newfoundland and Labrador has been shaped by its geography, both its sheer > size and its characteristics. > > Watch Out for Moose > There are about 150,000 moose on the island of Newfoundland, and most > highways go through good moose habitat. Moose are great to look at - from a > distance. If you see one on or near a highway, slow down immediately and > prepare to stop. Like all wild animals, moose are unpredictable. Be sure the > moose has either crossed the highway or gone back into the forest before > resuming your drive. Also, if you see a vehicle stopped on or near the > highway, the driver may have spotted a moose, so be cautious. Avoid driving > at night if possible, and if you must drive, slow down. Scan both sides of > the highway with your lights on high beam unless overtaking other traffic, > and pay attention to warning signs. A road sign like "Caution, moose next 11 > kilometres" means moose cross there frequently. > > > Winter Travel > During the winter, all primary highways are kept open except for short > periods during or immediately after a severe snowstorm. > > Fall asleep to the sound of waves gently rolling against the shore. Arise to > a shimmering sea and the cries of gulls as they wend their paths above the > harbour in search of food. Cook your breakfast over a campfire or enjoy the > home cooking of a hospitality home. Whether you are looking for a bed and > breakfast, a trailer park, campground, hotel or motel, you'll find them all > here. > > The hospitality of our people is internationally renowned. Whether you're > staying at one of the fine hotels in St. John's or a small B&B in one of the > many outport communities that dot our shores, you're sure to be pleased. Our > national and provincial parks also offer campgrounds for those seeking a > more rustic experience. Whatever your preference, come and stay a while. You > won't regret it. > Hope you have enjoyed the tour! > > Cheers > Evelyn >

Transcribed Obituaries for Sunday, August 17, 2003, courtesy of "The Telegram", NL. BUGDEN, Arthur E. - Passed away suddenly at the General Hospital, Health Sciences Centre on Friday, Aug. 15, 2003, Arthur E. Bugden, age 76. Predeceased by first wife Vera (Tucker) and son Edward. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories, wife Shirley (Hoddinott); sons Wilbert (Karen), Bob (Shirley) and daughter Shelley (Jim). Also left to mourn brother Mann (Emily) and grandchildren Paula (Rick), Adam, Luke, Kate, Amanda, Colin, Carrie-Ann, Brittany and Ariana; as well as sisters-in-law Hilda, Pearl and Joan; and brother-in-law Don. Also left with fond memories: stepchildren Valerie, Paul and Warren; and grandchildren Adam, Andrew, Jason and Amanda; as well as many relatives and friends. Visitation from 10 a.m. to noon, Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2003 at Barrett`s Funeral Home, 328 Hamilton Ave. Memorial service to be held 2 p.m. Tuesday at Barrett`s Chapel. Donations in his memory may be made to the School Lunch Program. Please visit www.barretts.ca to sign memorial guest boo! k. August 17, 2003 COOPER, Gerald Alexander - Passed peacefully away at his residence on August 15, 2003, Gerald Alexander Cooper, formally of South Side Road, aged 73 years. Predeceased by his parents Selby and Marguerite (nee Hunter) Cooper; brothers Wallace, Harold and Bruce. Leaving to mourn his wife Mary (nee Ryan) Cooper; family Gerald (Joanne) and their children Keith (Rayna), Steven (Kathleen) and Matthew; Linda Hynes (Jim) and their children Crystal (Jason), Ashley (Adam) and J.B. (Bridgett); Diana Lights (John) and their children Nicole (Brodie), Christopher (Crystal), and Brittany; Marguerite Hynes (Pat) and their children Paddy (Alicia), Kayla of Calgary, AB, and Natasha (Corey) of C.B.S.; Jacqueline Dooling, her children Adam and Jonathan (Ashley); Keith (Janet) and their daughter Candace (Jesse) of Peterborough, ON; Sherry Butler (Jim) and their children Zachary and Cameron of Oromocto, NB. Also leaving his four great-grandchildren; only sister Marguerite Schultz of Cohasset, MN;! friends at Thomas Estates; wonderful staff of Dominion, Topsail Road; and many other relatives and friends. Resting at Caul`s Funeral Home, LeMarchant Road. Visitation Sunday 2-5 p.m., 7-10 p.m. and Monday 10 a.m.-12 noon, 2-5 p.m. and 7-10 p.m. Funeral service to be announced. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made in his memory to the Diabetes Association. August 17, 2003 MORIARTY, Patrick J. - Passed peacefully away at the Leonard A. Miller Health Centre Palliative Care Unit on Friday, August 15, 2003, Patrick J. Moriarty. Predeceased by his parents Patrick and Josephine and sister Lorraine. Paddy will be sadly missed by his sisters: Mary, St. John`s; Maureen Martin (Marty), Virginia Beach, U.S.A.; Jeanie Butt (Al), Florence Ebsary (Barry), Donna MacEachern (Jerry), all of Ottawa; nieces, nephews, especially Jim and Jeffrey Comerford, and other relatives and friends; special friends John Walsh and Bill Kelly who supported Paddy during his illness. Paddy`s family wish to express our sincere thanks to the staff at Palliative Care for their care during his stay with them. Resting at Barrett`s Funeral Home, 328 Hamilton Avenue from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. on Sunday and Monday. Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, August 19, 2003 at 9:30 a.m. from Mary Queen of Peace Church. Interment to follow in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Flowers gratefully ac! cepted or donations in his memory may be made to the Leonard A. Miller Centre, Palliative Care Unit. Please visit www.barretts.ca to sign the memorial guest book. August 17, 2003 PARSONS, Harold (Harry) - Passed peacefully away at the Carbonear General Hospital on Saturday, August 16, 2003, of Shearstown, aged 79. Predeceased by his wife Ethel and brother Cecil. Leaving to mourn sons: Ronald (Billie), St. John`s; Karl (Toni), British Columbia; Randy (Mary), Buchans; Richard (Debbie), Clarenville; brothers: Ron, Jim (Marie), Crowley (Melba); sister-in-law Irene Parsons; 13 grandchildren: Kimberley, Ashley, Jenette, Carla, Randi-Lyn, Robyn, Ryan, April, Adam, Kyle, Daniel, Jamie, Jillian; his special companion Gertie Chipman and family; also a large circle of other relatives and friends. Resting at Moore`s Funeral Home, Bay Roberts, with visitation on Sunday, 2-5 p.m. and 7-9:30 p.m. and Monday 10 a.m.-12 noon. Funeral service on Monday, August 18, 2003 at 2 p.m. from St. Mark`s Anglican Church and Cemetery, Shearstown. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations in his memory may be made to the Carbonear General Hospital or St. Mark`s Church. August 17, 2003 TAYLOR, Benjamin H. - Passed peacefully away at the Carbonear General Hospital on Saturday, August 16, 2003 Benjamin H. Taylor of Cupids, aged 84 years. Predeceased by his daughter Elizabeth and son Christopher. Leaving to mourn his wife Susie, son Abe (Grace), daughter Mary (Jim), 11 grandchildren, 20 grandchildren, also a large number of other relatives and friends. Resting at Broughton`s Funeral Home, Brigus. Funeral to take place on Tuesday, August 19, 2003 at 2 p.m. from the Anglican church, Burnt Head. Interment to follow in the Anglican cemetery, Burnt Head. Flowers gratefully accepted ot donations in his memory may be made to the Anglican church, Burnt Head. Visitation hours: Sunday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Monday: 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Tuesday: 10 a.m.-12 noon. August 17, 2003

A summary of a tidbit of info. defining our Province, "Newfoundland and Labrador". ENJOY! The Home Of Our Ancestors: For Newfoundland and Labrador there is no such thing as an accidental tourist. It takes deliberate action to visit here.....compelled by curiosity and the promise of what's unique and different in our culture, history, lifestyle, nature and dramatic scenery. This is an arresting and compelling destination, because of the blend of our unique offerings - exclusive products, dramatic seascape and landscape, significant history, distinct culture and genuine people. In the past five years Newfoundland and Labrador has distinguished itself as Canada's fastest growing tourism destination with an increase in visitation of 37%. Companies carrying Newfoundland and Labrador have been reaping the rewards of providing quality service to this rich and rewarding destination. Our success continues to grow as new initiatives support and enhance the growing market demands. In 2002, visitors enjoyed the many conveniences and service upgrades as a result of extensive expansion of the St. John's International Airport. Visitors to Labrador can explore The Big Land as a result of the new road developments from Red Bay to Port Hope Simpson and, by fall 2003, to Cartwright. For travellers who take time to journey on foot, the East Coast Trail, located near the capital city of St. John's, has 400 kilometres of spectacular coastal trail for a variety of day journey itineraries. The opportunity of experiencing nature viewing on a grand scale and indulging in creature comforts can be relished with such new properties as St. John's The Spa at the Monastery - the largest day spa in Atlantic Canada. A number of high end B&Bs and the new boutique hotel at the Murray Premises in historic St. John's as well as Fisherman's Landing Inn at Gros Morne National Park on Newfoundland's west coast provide the perfect ambience for the discriminating traveller. Similarly, continuing upgrades and attention to quality service by many of our fine hotel properties continue to receive accolades of exceeding expectations for both FIT and group tours. New tours include the opening of Newman's Wine Vaults Provincial Historic Site and production tours of the Quidi Vidi Brewing Company, both in St. John's, and the Dark Tickle jam company economuseum in St. Lunaire-Griquet, bring an added flavour and dimension to our colourful cultural and social history. On a larger scale, 2004 will mark the opening of The Rooms, housing the Provincial Museum of Newfoundland and Labrador, Art Gallery and Provincial Archives. This landmark facility, offering tailored programs and integrated tours for the group tour market, will be a must on any itinerary as visitors get a first hand perspective of our vibrant cultural history and expression. Newfoundland and Labrador offers a richness and diversity that distinguishes itself as one of the most unique "new" destinations in the world. Nowhere else will you find such an arresting and compelling destination that offers a rich blend of unique experiences and exclusive products. This is a land that lives by the sea, in harmony with nature: dramatic seascape and landscape, significant history, abundant wildlife, distinct culture and genuine people. 17,000 kilometres (10,500 miles) of majestic coastline - fjords, inlets, coves, guts, bays and tickles . . . waiting to be explored . . . where the sea greets the shore in all its dramatic splendor of coastline, marine mammals and seabirds. Northern Lights - greatest natural light show on earth, the Northern Lights plays to audiences in Labrador on over 240 nights a year. Ten-thousand-year-old icebergs drift south as humpback whales migrate to the North . . . . this is the place where their paths cross. Newfoundland and Labrador has the largest population of spectacular humpback whales in the world . . . over 29 varieties of marine mammals - more species, more often and in more locations than anywhere else in Canada. Newfoundland and Labrador is home to some of the world's largest and most accessible seabird colonies, with over 35 million seabirds gathering every year! Come see northern gannets at Cape St. Mary's, kittiwakes, murres, Atlantic puffins, osprey, falcons, hawks, storm petrels, razorbills, and bald eagles. Seabird Capital of North America. Largest Atlantic Puffin sanctuary in North America at the Witless Bay Ecological Reserve. The provincial bird - also called The Sea Parrot. Meeting place large ocean currents - the nutrient rich Arctic waters of the Labrador Current and the warm waters of the Gulf Stream mix on the Grand Banks, a series of shallow underwater plateaus that are more than four times the size of the province's land area. Most accessible wildlife in North America. George River Caribou herd is the largest caribou herd in the world. Other abundant wildlife including moose and black bear. World Class Angling - Over 200 Atlantic Salmon Rivers . World class trophy brook trout fishing. Bike to the edge of the Bay, hike from the coastline to the highest mountain top, kayak through the deepest fjord. Touted by some of the world's top paddlers as "one of the best sea kayaking destinations on this planet." Multi-adventure activities for all levels. Where fairways meet the coast. Choose from over 20 golf courses sculptured against the backdrop of our spectacular seacoast, waterfalls, tree lined fairways and surrounding hills. Marble Mountain - Best skiing east of the Rockies and multi winter adventure packages including dog sledding, cat skiing and snowmobiling. "Awaken your heart and soul to Labrador" - one of the world's last great frontiers - a land of mystery and intrigue, with 300,000 square kilometres of majestic wilderness to explore. A land that beckons adventurers: the mountain climber who has scaled the Torngat Mountains, the photographer who has captured the image of the mighty whale, the hiker who has explored the abandoned Moravian settlement at Hebron. Cultural richness - one of the most prolific arts communities in Canada, renowned for their poetry, song, art and craftsmanship - as found in distinctive galleries, book stores, music and gift shops. Festivals and musical events . . . over 200 every year ... and that doesn't include Aunt Sarah's kitchen party. Award winning Trinity Pageant - catch local favourites, historical pageants and dinner theatres, set against the backdrop of our rugged coastline and historic sites. North American Archaeological sites dating back 9,000 years, from aboriginal sites including Maritime Archaic Indian, Palaeoeskimo, and Beothuk Indians to European sites. St. John's, one of the oldest settlements in North America, offering terrific shopping & significant historic sites. City of Legends, city of walkways, rivers, hills and valleys, nestled among colourful houses. Signal Hill National Historic Site - featuring the Signal Hill Tattoo in summer - where Marconi received the first transatlantic wireless transmission in 1901 and marvel at the view of the city and coastline. Authentic cuisine - cod tongues, cod cheeks, caribou, snow crab, salmon, moose . . . succulent bake apples and wild berries, tea and lassy 'buns, toutons . . . salt fish and brewis.. Featuring over 15 ports of call for various size adventure/expedition and international cruise itineraries. Newfoundlanders & Labradorians are renowned for their hospitality, quick wit and endless charm.

Additional info. pertaining to the "POWER" surname that was posted to the list earlier. Modern status: POWER, widespread in all districts, especially at St.John's, Bell Island, Tors Cove, Branch, Grand Falls, Chapel Arm and Marystown; Powers, rare, at St.John's. Place names: Powers Cove,----------Head 47-11 55-08; Powers Cove---------Pond 47-34 52-50; -----Rock 47---05 55---04 Cheers Evelyn ----- Original Message ----- From: "Evelyn" <ewoudenberg@roadrunner.nf.net> To: <NFLD-LAB-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: Saturday, August 16, 2003 4:29 PM Subject: Re: [NFLD-LAB] Fw: The source of the "Power" surname > Hi All; > I have a little tidbit of info. on the "POWER" Surname transcribed from > a Book entitled "Family Names Of The Island Of Newfoundland", written by > E.R. Seary, but a corrected edition edited by "William Kirwin". > > POWER, a surname of England and Ireland, from Old French "Pohier"---the man > from Poix {Picardy}, or from old French povre, poure-----poor, or ? from old > French poer---{em} Power {ed} to do something, a hearld. Maclysaght notes > that the de in the Irish form de paor should be le,---the poor man, con-be > rare. {Reaney, Cottle, Maclysaght}. > Guppy traced the variant poore in Hampshire; Spiegelhalter traced > poore and Power in Devon; Maclysaght traced Power mainly in Waterford and > adjacent Counties, among the fifty most numerous Irish names. > In Newfoundland: > Family traditions:-----, one of the first settlers of Conche in > the early 1800's, was a guardian of the French Rooms there {Casey}.-----, > from Co. Cork, settled at Robin Hood {now part of Port Rexton} about 1800 > {MUN Folklore}. Richard Della de Poeur, from the north of France, settled at > Portugal Cove South; the name was later changed to POWER {MUN Folklore}. > Early instances: Maurice, John and Thomas, of little Placentia {now > Argentia, was once a U.S.A.F. Base}, about 1730-5 {Co 194.9}; Thomas, from > Waterford, thief of St.John's, 1751 {Co 194.13}; Robert of Freshwater Bay > {un-specified},? 1753 {Co 194.13}; John, butcher of Bell Island, 1794-5, "40 > years in Newfoundland", that is 1754--5 {census 1794--5}; Edward, of Port de > Grave, 1760 (co 199. 18); Maurice, of Trinity Bay. > > There are many many other names written, but I hope this helps a little > tidbit. Should you need more info. concerning different Communities where > other POWER families resided in Newfoundland, feel free in emailing me. > > Have A Great Evening > Evelyn > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "Vera Short" <short9647@rogers.com> > To: <NFLD-LAB-L@rootsweb.com> > Sent: Friday, August 15, 2003 9:38 PM > Subject: [NFLD-LAB] Fw: The source of the "Power" surname > > > > forwarded on behalf of dmeaux@houston.rr.com > > > > ----- Original Message ----- > > From: "David Meaux" <dmeaux@houston.rr.com> > > To: "Lloyd Rowsell" <lgrowsell@yahoo.com>; <NFLD-ROOTS-L@rootsweb.com> > > Cc: <NFLD-LAB-L@rootsweb.com> > > Sent: Thursday, August 14, 2003 5:59 PM > > Subject: {not a subscriber} The source of the "Power" surname > > > > > > > I've recently subscribed to this list as a result of my search for my > > > Canadian/Irish ancestry. I hope my request here does not fall outside > of > > > the intent of this message board. > > > > > > I'm an American but my mother was a native of St.Johns (where I was in > > fact, > > > born but on an American military installation in the late 50's). Her > > maiden > > > name was Power. While this name appears quite common in Newfoundland > and > > > especially St.Johns, it is very uncommon here in the states. > > > > > > Anyway, I have a lot of work to do and don't expect to figure it all out > > at > > > once but my first question is, to anyone who might be able to answer.... > > > > > > What is the origin of the "Power" name and when did the first make their > > way > > > to Newfoundland? I have heard one story that it has its origins in the > > name > > > "Del la de Poure", which implies a Spanish origin. However, I have my > > > doubts about that. > > > > > > any help would be appreciated > > > > > > thanks > > > > > > David Meaux > > > > > > Houston, Texas > > > > > > (grandson of Thomas Power, taxi driver/owner, died age 48 in 1960, of > > Scott > > > Street, St.Johns) > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > ==== NFLD-LAB Mailing List ==== > > Co-List Admins of Nfld-Lab mail list: > > Vera Short : short9647@rogers.com > > Glynn Hewlett: glynn.hewlett@sympatico.ca > > > > > > > > ==== NFLD-LAB Mailing List ==== > Roll Call Page for Nfld-Lab Mail List > http://amoose4.tripod.com/ > > >