Births

M'MILLEN -- March 14, at Palermo Villas, Knock, to Mr. and Mrs. Ernest M'Millen -- a daughter.

BAYERS -- March 16, 1926, at 35, Woodvale Gardens to Mr. and Mrs. A. C. Bayers -- a daughter.

WALTERS -- March 12, at 688, Romford Road, Manor Park, London, to Dr. and Mrs. H. G. Walters -- a daughter.

Marriages

STEVENSON--MACBETH -- March 16, at 16, Cregagh Road (by special licence), by the Rev. W. J. Guy Macbeth, B.A. (brother of the bride), and the Rev. D. D. Boyle. M.A. -- William Elliott eldest son of the late Mr. and Mrs. James Stevenson, Portadown and Belfast, to Helen Muriel, younger daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Macbeth, 3, Victoria Terrace, Cregagh, Belfast.

WILL--FISHER -- February 24, at Christ Church, Colombo, Ernest Percival, eldest, son of Dr. and Mrs. Kennedy Will, of Anerley, to Eileen Louise Elliot, eldest daughter of Dr. Turner Johnston Fisher and of the late Mrs. Emmaline Fisher, South Hackney, London.

Deaths

ASKIN -- March 18, 1926, at her son-in-laws residence, Ballyboley, Greyabbey, Sarah Askin, aged 74 years. Her remains will be removed for interment in the family burying-ground, Greyabbey, to-morrow (Saturday), 20th inst., at 2 p.m. Friends will please accept this (the only) intimation. JOHN A. LEDLIE.

BLAIN -- February 13, 1926, at the Peter B. Brigham Hospital, Boston, Mass., following an operation, John Blain, late of Lakeview, Hillsborough, Co. Down, Ireland, and 513, Mound Avenue, So. Pasadena, Cal., and was interred in Mountain View Cemetery, Pasadena. WILHELMINA BLAIN.

BROWNLEE -- March 17, at her residence, The Moy, Enniskillen, Margaret Brownlee, in her 88th year. Funeral to-day (Friday), at 3 o'clock, to the family burying-ground, Mullaghdun. "Peace, perfect peace."

CLARKE -- At his residence, Ennislare, Armagh, John, eldest son of the late William Clarke. Funeral to the Presbyterian New Cemetery to-day (Friday), at 2 p.m.

DOOLE -- March 17, 1926, at his residence, Tamlaghmore, Toomebridge, Andrew Doole. Funeral to the family burying-ground, Duneane, to-day (Friday), 19th March, at 2 p.m.

FERGUSON -- March 17, at his residence, 5, Belgravia Avenue, Isaac Ferguson. Funeral to-day (Friday), at 2-30 p.m., to City Cemetery. No flowers, please.

GRAY -- March 17, 1926, at her residence, Burnside Road, Dunadry, Margaret Stirling, the beloved wife of Nathan Gray. Funeral to the family burying-ground, Donegore, to-day (Friday), 19th, at 2 o'clock.

HILL -- March 17, 1926, at Mount Prospect, Aghalee, Lurgan, Margaretta Hill. Funeral private. No flowers.

HENRY -- March 15, at a Private Nursing Home, Minnie, wife of James M. Henry, 62, Fitzwilliam Street, and daughter of the late Robert Peebles, of Holywood. Interred in Tullylish, 17th March. Deeply regretted.

MAGEE -- March 16, 1926, at Tecton, Saintfield Road, Belfast, Sara, wife of William Magee. Funeral private.

MAGILL -- March 18, 1926, at his residence. The Grove, Gilford. Co. Down, Rev. John Magill, F.R.G.S., Methodist Minister, aged 80 years. Funeral at 11-30 a.m. to-morrow (Saturday), 20th inst., to family burying-ground at Donacloney.

MARTIN -- March 13, at 17, Orrell Lane, Aintree, Liverpool, David Herbert, son of the late David Martin, Littleton, Newry.

MILLER -- March 17, 1926, Sarah Jane, only daughter of the late Samuel Miller, of Knock, of H.M. Customs, Belfast. Her remains will be removed from her late residence, 46, Templemore Avenue, to-day (Friday), at 3 o'clock, for interment in Knock Cemetery.

MOOREHEAD -- March 18, at her residence, Aughnacarnon, Ballinderry, Jane, relict of the late James Moorehead. Funeral to the family burying-ground, Templepatrick, Co. Antrim, at 11 am. to-morrow (Saturday). Friends will please accept this intimation. Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Son and Daughters.

M'CRACKEN -- On Thursday, 25th February, 1926, at St. Catharine's, Province of Ontario, Canada, Abigail M'Cracken, beloved mother of Mrs. C. H. Pink.

 

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Silver Wedding

MOLES--BRANIGAN -- March 20, 1901, at Ramoan Parish Church, Ballycastle, Thomas Moles, second son of Edward Moles, Ballymena, to Charlotte, third daughter of the late M. Branigan, Ballycastle. Present address: 149, Ormeau Road, Belfast

Deaths

CONNOLLY -- March 19, 1926, at his residence, 8, Mark Street, Portrush, William P. Connolly, formerly of Magheraboy, Co. Antrim. His remains will be removed on Monday, 22nd inst., at 10 o'clock, for interment in the family burying-ground, Old Kilraughts, arriving about 11 a.m. T. CONNOLLY. A. CONNOLLY. "In that happy land of spirits flowers bloom on hills of gold."

DUBOURDIEU -- March 19, 1926, at his parents' residence, Knocknadona, Lisburn, Frederick Robert (Fred), beloved son of Francis and Mary Dubourdieu. His remains will be re moved at 3 p.m. to-morrow (Sunday), for interment in Magheragall Churchyard. Friends will please accept this intimation. Deeply regretted.

LYONS -- March 19, 1926, at Ashover, Derbyshire, Ethel, second daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Lyons, High Street, Omagh. Deeply regretted.

MAGILL -- March 18, 1926, at his residence, The Grove, Gilford, Co. Down, Rev. John Magill, F.R.G.S., Methodist Minister, aged 80 years. Funeral! at 11-30 a.m. to-day (Saturday) 20th inst., to family burying-ground at Donacloney.

MILLAR -- March 19 (suddenly), at 1, Cliff Villas, Glenburn Park, Benjamin, beloved husband of Ann Jane Millar. His remains will be removed from the above address to-day 5aturday, at 2-30 p.m., for interment in Dundonald Cemetery. WILLIAM H. MILLAR.

MORROW -- March 19, 1926, at her residence, Cardy, Greyabbey, Eliza, widow of Robert Morrow. The remains of our beloved mother will be removed for interment in the family burying-ground, Whitechurch, to-morrow (Sunday), 21st inst., at 3 o'clock. Friends will please accept this intimation. " A sleep in Jesus." Deeply regretted by her sorrowing family.

MORROW -- March 19, 1926, at her residence, Cardy, Greyabbey, Eliza, widow of Robert Morrow. Her remains will be removed for interment in the family burying-ground, Whitechurch, to-morrow (Sunday), 21st inst., at 3 o'clock. Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Son, Daughter-in-law, and Grandchildren, LAWSON and MARY MORROW and Family. 176, Greenwell Street, Newtownards.

ROSS -- March 19, 1926, at his residence, Dundela House, Strandtown, Belfast, David Ross, in his 91st year. Funeral private. No flowers.

STRAWHORN -- March 19, 1926, at his residence, Potterswalls, Antrim, Joseph, the beloved husband of Mary Strawhorn. His remains will be removed for interment in Antrim Cemetery to-morrow (5unday), at 3 o'clock. MARY STRAWHORN.

STRAWHORN -- March 19, 1926, at his residence, Potterswalls, Antrim, Joseph, the beloved brother of Samuel and Mary Strawhorn. His remains will be removed for interment in New Cemetery, Antrim, to-morrow (Sunday), at 3 o'clock. SAMUEL and MARY STRAWHORN.

ROYAL MASONIC LODGE No. 28, ANTRIM.
STRAWHORN -- The Officers and Brethren of above Lodge wish to convey their deepest sympathy to the Senior Warden, Br. Samuel Strawhorn, on the death of his brother. DAVID DRUMMOND W.M; JAMES WILSON, P.M., Secy.

WEBSTER -- March 18, 1926, at her residence, 38, Edinburgh Street, Jane, the dearly-beloved wife of James Webster. Funeral to the City Cemetery to-day (Saturday), at 2-30 pm. Friends will please accept this intimation. Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Husband and Family.

WRIGHT -- March 18, at the residence of her nephew, Drumnahilly, Portadown, Ann Eliza, widow of the late John Wright. Funeral this (Saturday) morning, at 12 o'clock, to City Cemetery, Belfast. W. T. WRIGHT.

In Memoriam

BARNHILL -- In abiding remembrance of our beloved eldest son, the Rev. Samuel Henry Clyfforde. The Rectory, Derrykeighan, Dervock.

CORKER -- In loving memory of my dear mother, Elizabeth Corker, who fell asleep on 21st March, 1922; also my only and dearly-loved brother, Joseph Corker, M.D., who fell asleep on 4th April, 1925. ELEANOR CORKER.

CRAIG -- In loving remembrance of my dear husband, James Craig, who died at his residence, 5, Thorndale Avenue, 20th March, 1920; also our eldest son, James, who died 16th December, 1919, and were interred in the City Cemetery. AGNES CRAIG and Family.

Thanks

Mr. James M'Dowell desires to thank the many kind friends who sympathised with him in his recent sad bereavement, and to those who sent letters of condolence. 42, University Road, Belfast.

 

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Roll of Honour -- In Memoriam

MILLER -- In loving remembrance of Howard Todd Miller (London Irish Rifles), killed in action, March 21st, 1918.

MORRIS -- In loving memory of Jack, 9th Inniskillings, killed in action in France, 21st March, 1918. L. and J. WALKER.

STARR -- In loving memory of Lieutenant (Acting Captain) Arthur James Starr, 9th Battalion Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers, 36th (Ulster) Division, youngest son of Mr. W. H. Starr, Newtownhamilton, Co. Armagh, who was killed in action at St. Quentin, in France, on 22nd March, 1918.

Births

CLEMENTS -- March 19, at Donore Manse, South Circular Road, Dublin, to Margaret, wife of Rev. Gordon T. C. Clements -- a son.

HEASLEY -- March 19, at Hasbrouch Heights, New Jersey, to Captain and Mrs. W. S. Heasley -- a daughter.

Marriages

ERSKINE--WILSON -- March 16, 1926, at Wellington, New Zealand, by Rev. W. Rollings -- Thomas, oldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Erskine, New Plymouth, New Zealand (late of Glasgow), to Agnes Dick (Nancy) elder daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Wilson, 8, Cliftonville Street, Belfast. (By cable.)

Deaths

ADAMS -- March 21, 1926, at her parents residence, Lisburn, Mary, the youngest and dearly-loved daughter of John and Grace Adams. Funeral to-day (Monday), at 3 o'clock, to Tullynakill.

BOYLE -- March 20, 1926, at her residence, 17, Paxton Street, Elizabeth Boyle, widow of the late Samuel Boyle. Her remains will be removed from above address to-day (Monday), 22nd, at 2 o'clock p.m., for interment in Movilla Cemetery. Inserted by her sorrowing Family.

CARROLL -- March 20, at her father's residence, Derryall, Portadown, Lydia Edna, dearly-beloved and youngest daughter of Joseph and Hannah Carroll. Funeral to Loughgall Burying-ground to-day (Monday), 2 p.m.

DALE -- March 20, 1926, at her residence, Mountainview Terrace, Banbridge, Sarah Shaw (Lalla) Dale, dearly-beloved and only daughter of Hugh and the late Jennie E. Dale. Her remains will to removed from above address for interment in the New Cemetery, Banbridge, to-morrow (Tuesday), 23rd inst., at 3 o'clock. HUGH DALE.

HAMILL -- February 25, suddenly, at San Francisco, California, Samuel, youngest and dearly-loved son of Elizabeth and the late Alexander Hamill, 8, Shaftesbury Avenue. Interred in Cypress Lawn Cemetery, San Francisco.

HAGUE -- March 20, 1926 (suddenly), at his residence, Plush, Cloverhill, Co. Cavan, William Robert Hague, Auctioneer, aged 52 years. Funeral from his residence at 2 p.m. to-day (Monday), for Ballyhaise Churchyard.

JEFFERSON -- March 20, suddenly, at Kirk-Bruighean, Fortwilliam Park, Mary B., beloved wife of Dr. Frederic Jefferson, and daughter of the late Kirker Robb. Funeral at 2 o'clock to-morrow (Tuesday), to City Cemetery.

JOHNSTON -- March 21, at Broughshane Road, Ballymena, Emily Johnston, Head Mistress, Ballymena Model School. Funeral private.

MAY -- March 21, 1926, at her residence, Belsize Road, Magheraleave, Lisburn, Sarah T., relict of the late James May. Funeral to Derriaghy Churchyard to-morrow (Tuesday), at 2 p.m. Friends will please accept this intimation. Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Family.

M'CRORY -- March 21, 1926, at her residence, 15, Bryson Street, Jane, widow of the late James M'Crory. Funeral at 2 p.m. to-morrow (Tuesday), 23rd inst., to Loughaghry. Friends please accept this (the only) intimation.

M'FARLAND -- March 20, 1926, John James. the dearly-beloved husband of K. A. M'Farland, 16, Tate's Avenue, Belfast. Funeral private. "We've no abiding city here."

M'ILWAIN -- March 21, at his residence, 40, Bentinck Street, Belfast, William M'Ilwain, aged 82 years, late of Templepatrick, beloved husband of Janet M'Ilwain. Funeral from above address to-morrow (Tuesday), 23rd inst., at 2 p.m., for interment in Templepatrick Churchyard. Friends will please accept this intimation. JANET M'ILWAIN.

TEMPLEPATRICK L.O.L. 466.
M'ILWAIN -- The Officers and Members of above Lodge are requested to attend the funeral of their highly-esteemed Brother, William M'Ilwain, P.M. JAMES M'KEEN, W.M.; W. J. MAWHINNEY, Secty.

M'QUITTY -- March 21, 1926. at Springfield Manse, Newtownards, Fannie, wife of the late George M'Quitty, Ballymena. Funeral to-morrow (Tuesday), at 12-30, to Ballymena New Cemetery, arriving Broadway about 3-30 p.m. No flowers.

NELSON -- March 23, 1926, at her residence, 32, Marsden Gardens, Annie, relict of the late Samuel Nelson, in her 84th year. Funeral private.

ROSS -- March 19, 1926, at his residence, Dundela House, Strandtown, Belfast, David Ross, in his 91st year. Funeral private. No flowers.

WALLACE -- March 21, Agnes H., the beloved wife of Ebenezer T. Wallace, Ballynahinch. Her remains will be removed from her late residence to the family burying-ground. Second Presbyterian Church, to-morrow (Tuesday), 23rd inst., at 3 o'clock.

WHITE -- March 21, at his residence, la, Hartington Street, William, dearly beloved husband of Hettie White. Interment notice later.

In Memoriam

CRAIG -- In loving memory of William A. Craig, dearly-loved husband of Annie Craig, who died on the 22nd March, 1926, and was interred in the City Cemetery. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Wife and Family. ANNIE CRAIG. 13, Brookland Street.

MUNCE -- In loving memory of my dear brother, W. B. Munce, who died 21st day of March, 1920. M. J. M'KEE. Ardmillar House, Killinchy.

Thanks

Mrs. Maclean and Family desire to thank their friends for their kind sympathy in their great loss, finding it impossible to reply individually, and especially to the Proprietors of the "Belfast News-Letter" for their unfailing kindness during a long and severe illness. The Lindens, 117, Cliftonville Road.

 

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Birth

LEATHEM -- March 20, at Lin-lea, Marlborough Park Central, Belfast, to Mr. and Mrs. W. S. Leathem -- a son.

Deaths

DALE -- March 20, 1926, at her residence, Mountainview Terrace, Banbridge, Sarah Shaw (Laila) Dale, dearly-beloved and only daughter of Hugh and the late Jennie E. Dale. Her remains will be removed from above address tor interment in the New Cemetery, Banbridge, to-day (Tuesday), 23rd inst., at 3 o'clock. HUGH DALE.

GIRVAN -- March 22, 1926, at his residence, Ballynure, William, second son of the late Matthew Girvan. His remains will be removed for interment in the family burying-ground, Ballynure, to-morrow (Wednesday), 24th March, at 3 p.m. ELIZABETH GIRVAN.

HARVEY -- March 22, 1926, at Granshaw, Lisburn, William Gordon, eldest son of late W. S. Harvey, aged 27 years. Funeral private. No flower's.

INGRAM -- March 19, 1926, at Mapiu, New Zealand, Jane, wife of the late James Ingham, formerly of Belfast. (By cable.)

JEFFERSON -- March 20, suddenly, at Kirk-Bruighean, Fortwilliam Park, Mary R., beloved wife of Dr. Frederic Jefferson, and daughter of the late Kirker Robb. Funeral at 2 o'clock to-day (Tuesday), to City Cemetery.

MOFFETT -- March 22, at Purdysburn Fever Hospital, Doreen, aged 5 years, younger daughter of William H. and Mabel Moffett, 120, Haypark Avenue. Funeral from Purdysburn to Newtownbreda Cemetery to-day (Tuesday), at 3 o'clock.

M'CLEAN -- March 21, 1926, at his residence, Ballyalbana, John M'Clean. The remains of my beloved son will be interred in Rashee New Cemetery to-day (Tuesday). 23rd inst., at 3 o'clock p.m. Friends will please accept this intimation. ELIZABETH M'CLEAN.

M'DOWELL -- March 22, 1926, at her residence, 233, Albertbridge Road, Jennie Graham, dearly-beloved wife of Samuel M'Dowell. Interment in Dundonald Cemetery to-morrow (Wednesday), at 2 p.m. Friends will please accept this (the only) intimation. Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Husband and Son. SAMUEL and GRAHAM M'DOWELL.

M'QUITTY -- March 21, 1926, at Springfield Manse, Newtownards, Fannie, wife of the late George M'Quitty, Ballymena. Funeral to-day (Tuesday), at 12-30, to Ballymena New Cemetery, arriving Broadway about 3-30 p.m. No flowers.

NELSON -- March 21, 1926, at her residence, 32, Marsden Gardens, Annie, relict of the late Samuel Nelson, in her 34th year. Funeral private.

PATTON -- March 21, at his residence, 41 and 43, Beersbridge Road, Thomas Patton. The remains of my dearly-beloved husband will removed for interment in the family burying-ground. Moneyrea, to-day (Tuesday), 23rd, at 2 o'clock. "Peace, perfect peace." Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Wife, MARTHA PATTON.

WEBSTER -- At the Methodist Manse, Cavan, Sunday evening, 21st March, Alice F. (daughter of the late William F. Lawlor, Dublin), beloved and loving wife of Rev. G. L. Webster, M.A., fell asleep in Jesus. Funeral to New Protestant Cemetery at 2 o'clock to-day (Tuesday), after short service in the Methodist Church. "Take my lips and let me sing. Always, only for my King."

WHITE -- March 21, at his residence, 1a, Hartington Street, William, dearly-beloved husband of Hettie White. Funeral to-day (Tuesday), to City Cemetery, at 2-30 p.m.

WHITE -- March 21, at his residence, 1a, Hartington Street, William, dearly-beloved husband of Hettie White. Funeral to-day (Tuesday), to City Cemetery, at 2-30 p.m. Deeply regretted by his loving Sister and Brother-in-law, AGNES and SAMUEL M'CONNELL, "White House," Baylands, Bangor.

WALLACE -- March 21, Agnes H., the beloved wife of Ebenezer T. Wallace, Ballynahinch. Her remains will be removed from her late residence to the family burying-ground. Second Presbyterian Church, to-day (Tuesday), 23rd inst., at 3 o'clock.

In Memoriam

LATIMER -- In loving memory of darling Eva, who passed away 23rd March, 1925. R

RICHARDSON -- In loving memory of Henry Richardson, who died on the 23rd March, 1925. "Resurgam." ISOBEL RICHARDSON.

Thanks

Mrs. J. B. Logan and Family wish to thank the many kind friends who sympathised with them in their recent sad bereavement; also those who sent floral tributes. Hoping this will be accepted by all. 74, Willowbank Gardens, Antrim Road.

 

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