DEATHS
At Bennie's Corners, April 23rd, Alexander Anderson, aged 39 years
1895, Friday April 26, The Almonte Gazette, front page
The Late Alex Anderson
Mr Alexander Anderson, the well-known young farmer of Bennie's Corners, died on Tuesday morning last, at the early age of 39 years. The news came as a shock to most people in town, as few knew he was seriously ill, and the announcement caused sorrow on all sides. Mr Anderson being esteemed by all who knew him. Ten or Twelve days ago deceased was attacked with inflammation of the lungs, and made favourable progress until Friday, when he became much worse, and all that could be done for him by physicians and attendants proved unavailing. He suffered on till Tuesday, when death released him. Mrs Anderson and four small children remain to mourn their loss. These, with deceased's mother and the other relatives, have the heartfelt sympathy of a large circle of friends. The funeral takes place this (Thursday) afternoon, to the eighth line cemetery, and will be attended by members of Camp Bluebell No 62, Sons of Scotland, Almonte, of which deceased was a member.
DEATHS
At Bennie's Corners, April 23rd, Alexander Anderson, aged 39 years
1895, Friday April 26, The Almonte Gazette, front page
The Late Alex Anderson
Mr Alexander Anderson, the well-known young farmer of Bennie's Corners, died on Tuesday morning last, at the early age of 39 years. The news came as a shock to most people in town, as few knew he was seriously ill, and the announcement caused sorrow on all sides. Mr Anderson being esteemed by all who knew him. Ten or Twelve days ago deceased was attacked with inflammation of the lungs, and made favourable progress until Friday, when he became much worse, and all that could be done for him by physicians and attendants proved unavailing. He suffered on till Tuesday, when death released him. Mrs Anderson and four small children remain to mourn their loss. These, with deceased's mother and the other relatives, have the heartfelt sympathy of a large circle of friends. The funeral takes place this (Thursday) afternoon, to the eighth line cemetery, and will be attended by members of Camp Bluebell No 62, Sons of Scotland, Almonte, of which deceased was a member.
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