tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-296487083372130379.comments2024-01-10T05:27:23.449-05:00Kindred FootprintsSharondipity Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05138659165603759421noreply@blogger.comBlogger155125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-296487083372130379.post-7057690634247036142015-02-21T14:07:20.466-05:002015-02-21T14:07:20.466-05:00Greetings. On this Mother Monica's 164th birth...Greetings. On this Mother Monica's 164th birthday, I decided to Google her name and was delighted to find this page. I am her great grand nephew in Rochester NY. John P. Gleason. My grandmother, Mary Walsh Rountree was Mother Monica's Niece we have several ofthe pictures shown here and other mementos - letters etc. Our Family have has and have had many Monicas named after her including Monica Walsh Daley, Mothers niece and my grand aunt, her daughter, Monica Daley MacDonald, Monica Walsh Parle, her grand daughter, Monica Parle in London England and Monica Rountree Swanson in LeRoy NY. Wonderful to connect here!!! Thank you so much for your work. Would love to meet you. A number of us 15? live in the Buffalo and Rochester NY area. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-296487083372130379.post-20527496608322578182014-03-13T19:51:31.486-04:002014-03-13T19:51:31.486-04:00Wonderful story. I'm the editor of Merritton ...Wonderful story. I'm the editor of Merritton Matters, a local newsletter, and I've taken the liberty of pulling a paragraph of information from your story for a feature on famous Merritton women. Maybe you would like to write an article about her for a future newsletter? If you provide me with an address, I can send you a copy of the newsletter when it comes out. LorraineAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-296487083372130379.post-9580630313125244732013-06-22T13:22:19.292-04:002013-06-22T13:22:19.292-04:00Just heard about this from my dad (he is 87)who us...Just heard about this from my dad (he is 87)who use to sail on the great lakes in the 40's and 50's. Never realised the Rush song connection. Going to have to make a trip this summer to see it!Rick Cameron Oakvillenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-296487083372130379.post-45259240030449037852012-09-13T13:16:10.244-04:002012-09-13T13:16:10.244-04:00I have a shadow box of the "York", belie...I have a shadow box of the "York", believed to have belonged to the Capt, and was given to me in 1934 Don Boylenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-296487083372130379.post-21651584285013867192012-08-03T22:39:40.740-04:002012-08-03T22:39:40.740-04:00Hi Sharon,
Here's the biography I contributed ...Hi Sharon,<br />Here's the biography I contributed for Laura Nixon Haynes to the Open Library at openlibrary.org:<br /><br />Laura Eleanor Nixon was born and raised Baltimore, Hamilton Twp, Northumberland Co., Ontario. While attending Cobourg Collegiate, she had her first book of poems, When You and I Remember, published in 1900.<br /><br />She received her teaching credentials from the Ottawa Normal School, the odd term once used to identify teachers colleges in Ontario. He career brought her to the Niagara Peninsula, where she taught in taught in the communities of Pelham, Stamford, and Grantham Townships. She also was a school trustee for 4 years. While teaching, many of her poems were patriotic verses for her students pupils to recite. Her poems were also published in the following periodicals: Canadian Countryman; Farm and Dairy; Farmer's Advocate; and The Mail and Empire. For four years she was a school trustee. <br /> <br />On October 12, 1916 she married Frederick Charles Haynes (Aug. 24, 1876 -Jan. 12, 1948) at St. George's [Anglican] Church, St. Catharines, Ontario. Despite Frederick's being thoroughly involved local politics, they continued to find time to farm the original family homestead granted by the Crown in 1784 to Frederick's great-grandfather, Adam Haines. Not surprisingly, an abiding sense of place and local colour figure strongly in Laura's the four books of poetry that were published after her marriage: Pioneers (1938), Lanterns in the Dusk (1944), Coming My Way (1948) and An Hour of Leisure (1955). Her style ranges from traditional forms to modernist free verse. In 1938 several of her pieces appeared in Creighton and Ridley's New Canadian Anthology<br /><br />Many of her poems are also characterized by her religious faith and patriotism, the latter was also evident in her desire to leave a presence in her adopted hometown: After Frederick died in 1948, Laura, used money from the estate to commission a 30 ton concrete cenotaph and memorial, which stands on the property to this day, to "... honour all of those pioneers who courage and labour made this into our pleasant heritage." <br /><br />Not having had any children of her own, Laura moved to Oshawa in 1963 to be closer to her remaining family. It is there that she died 8 years later.<br /><br />________________________________________________<br /><br />PRIMARY SOURCES:<br />1) Ontario, Canada Births, 1869-1913<br />2) The 1881, 1891, 1901 and 1911 Censuses of Canada<br />3) Wedding notice, St. Catharines Standard, October 12, 1916, p. 4 <br />4) Charles Clay in his introduction to Laura's Coming My Way, p. vi (Tower Books: Ottawa, 1948).<br />5) Who Was Who Among North American Authors 1921-1939<br />6) In "The Methodist Burying Ground" (aka "Maple Lawn". ) Louth United Church, 3rd Avenue Louth Twp, St. Catharines, Lincoln CoJohn Haynesnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-296487083372130379.post-75166746232577108822012-03-09T10:50:17.720-05:002012-03-09T10:50:17.720-05:00I attended Hugh Manley for 4years fromm 1998-2002 ...I attended Hugh Manley for 4years fromm 1998-2002 where i graduated with a general education diploma but the major I studied while there was Construction Technology under the leadership of Mr. Michael Dimitroff. I was at the doctor one day when my gynecologist asked me what school did I attend and I responded: HUGH MANLEY. He then asked me: WELL, WHO WAS HUGH MANLEY? I must admit I was stumped. SO he gave me an assignment for my next appointment to seek out and find details of the life of Hugh Manley. When I came back to the doctor, I had a full report. My doctor was soooo proud of me, he put the report in my medical file.....AND IT'S STILL THERE TODAY...<br />~MJWmywilliams_2002https://www.blogger.com/profile/12147857519457118957noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-296487083372130379.post-2681714497835957752011-11-28T21:40:56.126-05:002011-11-28T21:40:56.126-05:00I am a descendant of the Van Every family. My moth...I am a descendant of the Van Every family. My mother's cousin wrote a wonderful history tracing the family through Albany NY. He took several vacations to photograph the sites and proceeds from the journal go to the upkeep of the grave site. We are from Toronto (Van Every and Thomson) and my sister has moved to N-O-T-L and I would love to relocate there. Some apples don't fall far from the tree. Our grandmother always told us to be proud of our UEL heritage.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-296487083372130379.post-36993630813712585762011-08-27T17:08:38.366-04:002011-08-27T17:08:38.366-04:00My ggps Michael Munnell & Bridget higgins angl...My ggps Michael Munnell & Bridget higgins anglicized to Manley in canada cir. 1835 or so. girl mary born 1832. My gf anthony born in barracks Montreal 12/1841. Michael a canadian cavalry soldier. Help with Michael & Bridget needed. No emigration records from Mayo.<br /><br />Tom Manley<br />Norwich, NY Tfmanley@roadrunner.com. My DNA Mayo!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-296487083372130379.post-43083067483676244512011-03-18T20:48:38.301-04:002011-03-18T20:48:38.301-04:00I have recognized you with the Lovely Blog Award b...I have recognized you with the Lovely Blog Award because of the graphic design AND content of your blog.<br /><br />If you want to accept the award, you may get the information here:<br /><br />http://longlostrelatives-smp.blogspot.com/2011/03/lovely-blog-award.htmlSusan Petersenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02788283253544225956noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-296487083372130379.post-72584530717011349902011-02-20T16:54:04.528-05:002011-02-20T16:54:04.528-05:00my ggps born circa 1810 michael munnley & brid...my ggps born circa 1810 michael munnley & bridget higgins m 2/15/1831; baby mary 2/02/1832. emmigrated from eire to canada ~ 1835-37? anglicized to manley. Some how need to find them in canada. asking folks in Leeds; no response;perhaps Thorold? My gf Anthony b 12/21/1841 in a barracks montreal as michael was cavalry soldier. later came to u s through prescott, late 1840. Tom ManleyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-296487083372130379.post-15609666560017901532010-12-11T18:20:15.365-05:002010-12-11T18:20:15.365-05:00Sharon I love TSO and play their music often, even...Sharon I love TSO and play their music often, even throughout the year. Thanks for this link...now to watch them.Barbara Poolehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07440544740334032378noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-296487083372130379.post-88786186993832046672010-12-07T20:31:33.048-05:002010-12-07T20:31:33.048-05:00What a hoot!
And I'm with the others...I want...What a hoot!<br /><br />And I'm with the others...I want to know what happened to Mme Dunn.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-296487083372130379.post-792373079163895032010-12-07T13:05:16.747-05:002010-12-07T13:05:16.747-05:00This is a fabulous story. And I'm with Greta. ...This is a fabulous story. And I'm with Greta. Please let us know if you find out anything more about the clairvoyant temptress!Susan Clarkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02009218875010743399noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-296487083372130379.post-48049903374483299512010-11-30T20:10:44.141-05:002010-11-30T20:10:44.141-05:00Holy smokes! I'd like to know what happened t...Holy smokes! I'd like to know what happened to Madame Dunn.Greta Koehlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05429623811794360612noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-296487083372130379.post-70849700785911328422010-11-30T13:22:49.591-05:002010-11-30T13:22:49.591-05:00What an engaging story! This is a terrific additio...What an engaging story! This is a terrific addition to COG 100. Thanks for participating!Jasiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02561520746304048996noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-296487083372130379.post-15898184868943757722010-10-15T23:00:43.107-04:002010-10-15T23:00:43.107-04:00i think my dad william vine (1910-1982), helped ou...i think my dad william vine (1910-1982), helped out in the butcher shop in the 1920's. his dad was kenneth vine. how can i get more information? i can be reached at vinefamily@att.net<br />-doug vine (b1951 to william vine and winnifred (timmins) vine)doug vinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-296487083372130379.post-29857580500177502082010-10-15T22:45:43.543-04:002010-10-15T22:45:43.543-04:00i am william vine's (1910-1982) youngest son. ...i am william vine's (1910-1982) youngest son. anyone with family tree info pertaining to the vines please contact me at vinefamily@att.netdoug vinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-296487083372130379.post-78535883875606573562010-05-31T15:56:53.529-04:002010-05-31T15:56:53.529-04:00I like it!!I like it!!Ken Thiessenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17507004854148789454noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-296487083372130379.post-15118005056236011062010-05-21T13:28:23.766-04:002010-05-21T13:28:23.766-04:00Thanks Lorine, just checking out your articles now...Thanks Lorine, just checking out your articles now. As always, great information. Thanks for your thoughts, I think you're right. Maybe not as impossible as I thought.Sharondipity Designshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05138659165603759421noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-296487083372130379.post-32381903347617116772010-05-21T12:22:07.300-04:002010-05-21T12:22:07.300-04:00Hi Sharon, I can help a wee bit. It's not the ...Hi Sharon, I can help a wee bit. It's not the first gal who died in 1852. photography was not available to the masses until 1854. This gal is wearing what's called a Bishop Sleeve which was popular early 1860s. Everything about her dress, bonnet, hairstyle etc indicate early 1860s. She's elderly so if we go by what women are in their 50s or older in 1860 who are we left with? My money's on #2 or #3. What does the carte de visite say on the back? What does the photographer logo look like (if there is one) You might be able to narrow it by seeing who the photographer is and when he/she was doing business. Have you seen my articles on dating old photos? http://www.olivetreegenealogy.com/photos/fashions-photos.shtmlOlive Tree Genealogyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02381110998759242462noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-296487083372130379.post-48132456850888259272010-05-19T23:09:47.906-04:002010-05-19T23:09:47.906-04:00What a great weekend!What a great weekend!Jennahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02918569120586036647noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-296487083372130379.post-82227846340899097472010-05-19T20:11:02.048-04:002010-05-19T20:11:02.048-04:00And I still can't thank you enough for those p...And I still can't thank you enough for those photos! I just wish that I had been on the trip with you.Tina Lyonshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04659702987536188214noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-296487083372130379.post-87418015700438598572010-05-19T19:58:04.937-04:002010-05-19T19:58:04.937-04:00Sharon, Very nice photos and article. I have a fri...Sharon, Very nice photos and article. I have a friend who lives near Niagara, NY. If you ever see the name of Farmer in your area, he might be mine! I assume the Historical Soc. is just for Canada?Barbara Poolehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07440544740334032378noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-296487083372130379.post-32466822891374732472010-05-19T18:35:27.716-04:002010-05-19T18:35:27.716-04:00Once again, beautiful photos! OK, I like the peri...Once again, beautiful photos! OK, I like the period costume thing...<br /><br />Now that I've found some Canadian connections, I'm gonna have to make my way up there some time!<br /><br />~CCarolinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02440331516671118735noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-296487083372130379.post-79058311122588743612010-05-19T18:30:13.061-04:002010-05-19T18:30:13.061-04:00What beautiful photos! And I agree ~ I like the b...What beautiful photos! And I agree ~ I like the built-in tombstones. Kinda gives them some protection, eh?<br /><br />~CCarolinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02440331516671118735noreply@blogger.com