ABBOTT, George
THE DAILY NEWS, 07 October 1956
Passed peacefully away at the General Hospital, on Sunday night Geo. Abbott of Bonavista, age 69. The funeral will take place today, Tuesday, at 2.30 from Barrett's Mortuary Rooms.

ALDERDICE, Dorothy
THE DAILY NEWS 29 October 1956
Died suddenly at Montreal on Saturday, October 27th., Dorothy Alderdice, daughter of the late R. G. and Mrs. Rendell, and widow of the late Norman Alderdice. Leaving to mourn two daughters, Mrs. Pamela Johnstone in Montreal, and Norman (Mrs. C. W. Mainwaring of St. John's.

BAKER, Mrs. William N
THE DAILY NEWS 29 October 1956
LEWISPORTE - Death came quietly to Mrs. Wm. N. Baker in her 78th year on Friday last, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Melvin Brett. For a long while she had been suffering with a heart condition, from which no permanent cure could be given, but she bore all her ill health with amazing fortitude. Her constant companion was her husband, but who lovingly cared for her but had to enter the Grace Hospital, where he underwent a major stomach operation 4 days previous to her death, thus separating them at the end of this life. Mrs. Baker (with her husband) came to this town from Elliston in 1955, and although her impaired health kept her confined to the home those who visited her loved her for her gentle faith in Him whose love sustained her through life and the valley and shadow of death. The funeral took place on Sunday afternoon, Rev. N. Winsor conducting the services at the United Church and cemetery. As the casket, covered with flowers, entered the church, which was beautifully decorated with autumn leaves, etc., for Harvest Sunday, ope (sic) thought of the hymn Safelly (sic), satetly (sic) gathered in, ere the winter storms begin, even so, Lord, they have come, to the final harvest home, where they now have been gathered in, free from sorrow, free from sin. Rev. Mr. Winsor spoke from: "I go to prepare a place for you". Thus another old saint rests from her labours, and awaits those whom she so dearly loved. She leaves to mourn besides her ill and grief stricken husband, one daughter, Mrs. Melvin Brett, two sons, Howard at Gander, Lesine at Port Union, 2 sister (sic), 4 brothers, 9 grandchildren, 2 great grand children to whom deepest sympathy is extended.

BALL, Selby
THE DAILY NEWS, 15 October 1956
LEWISPORTE - Sympathy is extended Mrs. Selby Ball of Laurenceton whose husband recently passed away at the above named place. The funeral was largely attended and the special speaker was Rev. J. Thomas from India.

The Daily News
October 19, 1956
Page: 8
BARRETT, William - News was received here on Monday, October 1, of the death at Sydney, Nova Scotia, of William Barrett, a former resident of Spaniard's Bay. He was seventy-six.
Although Mr. Barrett left here many years ago he never lost contact with his old hometown and seldom missed a year that he did not visit here. He was twice married and his second wife, the former Mrs. Julia Bishop, survives him. He is also survived by one daughter, Gertie (Mrs. John Mercer of Sydney) and one sister, Mrs. Eugene Coombs of Upper Island Cove. Mr. Lewis Bishop of Sydney, Mr. Drover Bishop and Mr. Henry Bishop of Spaniard's Bay were stepsons.
Mr. Barrett will be remembered by many, especially those from around Conception Bay, who made his home "a home away from home" during their stay-overs while waiting for boat connections at Sydney. Recompense he never sought nor accepted as he always was proud of the fact that he could give assistance and accommodation to his Newfoundland friends.
He tried hard to be, and was, a friend to everybody who knew him. May his soul rest in peace.

BARRY, Patrick
THE DAILY NEWS, 06 October 1956
Passed peacefully away at the General Hospital on Friday, October 5, 1956, Patrick Barry, aged 59 years at Windsor, leaving to mourn wife, 1 daughter (Louise), 8 sons (Maurice, Andrew, Patrick, William, Thomas, Francis, Raymond, and Lawrence). Funeral from Wall's Funeral Home, 393 Duckworth Street at 10.15 a.m. for Requiem Mass at Basilica of St. John the Baptist at 10.30 a.m. Monday. Interment at Mount Carmel cemetery.

BEST, Minnie E
THE DAILY NEWS, 22 October 1956
Passed away at 11.30 p.m. Sunday, October 21, Minnie E. Best, wife of Seebert Best, age 65 years. Leaves to mourn her sad loss 6 brothers, five sisters, six daughters, one son and 27 grandchildren. Funeral will take place 2.30 p.m. Tuesday from her late residence, 65 Power Street.

BUDGELL, Leon
THE DAILY NEWS, 07 October 1956
GRAND FALLS: ACCIDENTAL SHOT KILLS TEENAGER
The 1956 hunting season has indirectly claimed its first fatality.
Early Saturday night, 17-year-old Leon Budgell, of Grand Falls, returned home from a hunting expedition and placed his gun in the porch. Young Leon had left the gun loaded as he apparently had still hoped to see something to fire at while he was on his way home.
While the youth was in the kitchen, his younger brother started to play with the rifle, and in a gesture of humour he pointed the weapon at his older brother and pulled the trigger.
The full force of the shot entered Leon's body from close range and killed him. The unfortunate young man was one of nine children of Mr. and Mrs. Isaac Budgell of Valley Road, Grand Falls.

BUNGAY, Sarah Jane
THE DAILY NEWS, 31 October 1956
Passed away at Brookfield Cottage Hospital Monday, October 29th, after a short illness Sarah Jane Bungay of Templeman, Bonavista Bay in her 66th year, leaving to mourn their sad loss husband Walter Bungay, one daughter, Ollie (Mrs. R. G. Hubley) of this city, two sons, James of this city and Jacob at home, two brothers, John and Eric Tulk, both of St. John's, one sister, Mrs. Job Green of Newtown and seven grandchildren.

BURFITT, Thomas
THE DAILY NEWS, 16 October 1956
GRAND BANK NEWS - OBITUARY - THOMAS BURFITT
Death came quietly and suddenly to Thomas Burfitt at his home here early Friday morning Oct. 5th. Deceased was sixty years of age.
Although suffering from a heart condition and blood pressure for several months deceased was in apparent good health shortly before passing and his death was a shock to his family and friends.
The funeral services were held on Tuesday Oct. 9. Rev. D. L. Reynolds conducted the funeral services and interment was in the United Church Cemetery. Guards of Honour from the Canadian Legion and the L.O.A. were present at the services as well as a large gathering of citizens.
Deceased is survived by his wife, one son Freeman at St. John's two daughters, Mrs. George Walters of Fortune, and Anita, teaching at Epworth, also two brothers, George at Halifax, and James of here.
We extend deepest sympathy to the bereaved in their sorrow.

BUTLER, Captain Adner
THE DAILY NEWS 29 October 1956
Passed peacefully away on Sunday at 10 p.m., at his home, 52 Prescott Street, Capt. Adner Butler, in his 79th year. Leaving to mourn besides his widow, two sons, John at Port Union, James of the City, one daughter, Dora at home, one sister, Susie (Mrs. John Brown of Boston); also four grandchildren. Funeral at 2.30 p.m. Tuesday by motor hearse to Mount Pleasant Cemetery.

BUTLER, Azariah
THE DAILY NEWS, 25 October 1956
CLARKE'S BEACH - The funeral Service for the late Mr. Azariah Butler of Clarke's Beach took place at the United Church Clarke's Beach on Sunday Oct. 21st, the Rev. Dr. I. Davis officiated. Mr. Butler has been living with his daughter Ina (Mrs. Legge) of Hearts Content for the past year. He was well known at Clarke's Beach where he had lived all his life, his wife predeceased him a number of years ago. He is survived by his daughter Ina (Mrs. Legge of Hearts Content) two sons Harvey at Corner Brook and Gordon at Stephenville. The large number of friends attending the ceremony showed the esteem in which he was held. Deepest sympathy is extended the bereaved family.

CALLANAN, Bride
THE DAILY NEWS, 05 October 1956
Passed peacefully away one o'clock Thursday afternoon Bride, widow of the late James P. Callanan. She leaves to mourn her sad lost (sic) six sons and one daughter and eight grandchildren. Funeral will be held on Saturday from her late residence, 71 Pleasant Street to St. Patrick's Church for Requiem Mass at 9.30.

CAMERON, Mildred Clarice
THE DAILY NEWS, 13 October 1956
At Exeter, England, on October 12th, in her 34th year, Mildred Clarice, youngest daughter of the late Duncan H. Cameron of Bay Roberts, and Mrs. Cameron of Woodview Tildford, Saltash, Cornwall, England.

CARTER, Isabelle
THE DAILY NEWS, 07 October 1956
Passed away at Topsail, Isabelle Carter, widow of the late Peter Carter, at the age of 80 years; leaving to mourn five daughters (Elsie) Mrs. Joseph Kirby, Topsail, (Ethel) Mrs. Harold Somerton, Topsail, (Florence) Mrs. J. Clifton Squires, Bell Island, (May) Mrs. Allen Thorburn, Topsail Road, (Bertha) Mrs. Thomas Metcalf, Manuels; also two sons, Frank and Robert, Topsail; 24 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Funeral took place at Topsail on Monday.

CARTER, Isabella
THE DAILY NEWS, 15 October 1956
Passed peacefully away at her home in Topsail after a short illness, Mrs. Isabella Carter, in her 84th year. Left to mourn their sad loss, five daughters - Mrs. Allen Thorburn, Topsail Road, Mrs. Thomas Metcalfe, Manuels, Mrs. Harold Somerton, Topsail, Mrs. R. Kirby, Topsail, and Florence on Bell Island; two sons, Frank and Robert of Topsail, and a large circle of friends, to all of whom we extend deepest sympathy.

CHERRINGTON, V
THE DAILY NEWS, 05 October 1956
FORMER HEADMISTRESS OF SPENCER IS DEAD
The sad news of the death of Miss V. Cherrington, M.B.E., beloved by thousands of citizens of St. John's and many parts of Newfoundland, flashed across the city yesterday.
Miss Cherrington died at the General Hospital yesterday morning. She had been in poor healthy since her retirement from Bishop Spencer College as headmistress from 1952 until her death.
Miss Cherrington came from a family in England which was closely tied with the Church of England. Her father was a clergyman in the church, one brother, now deceased, was a bishop of the Church of England in New Zealand, another brother is serving as a rector, in a church in England. One brother, now retired, was a banker with Lloyd's of London.
Thirty-four years ago Miss Cherrington came to St. John's from Toronto to take over the position of headmistress at Bishop Spencer College. Before coming here she taught at Havergal School for Girls in Toronto, and in British Columbia.
For thirty years she ruled the destinies of Bishop Spencer College with a firm hand. Her influence for good was felt in many circles outside the school, but it was really at the school that her wisdom and guidance were most evident. She helped build the traditions of the school, train the girls not only in academic subjects but in moral and cultural ways so that a girl from Spencer was noted for her good manners and high standing.
Retiring in 1952 Miss Cherrington went to England for a holiday but decided to spend her retirement in Newfoundland, so she returned here to live at her home at 75 Barnes Road. Her four years of retirement were not too pleasant as she was often ill and in great pain, but she never failed to give pleasure and a life to those who visited her home during her retirement.
The funeral takes place this afternoon from the Church of England Church to the cemetery on Forest Road at 2.30 p.m.

CHERRINGTON, V
THE DAILY NEWS, 06 October 1956
CBC TRIBUTE TO MISS CHERRINGTON
On Sunday night at 9.15, tribute will be paid to the memory of Miss Violet M. Cherrington, M.B.E. over all CBC Stations in Newfoundland. The speakers will be his Honour, the Lieutenant Governor, Mrs. Norman Crane, Miss Molly White and Dr. A. C. Hunter.

CHERRINGTON, Violet Mary
THE DAILY NEWS, 05 October 1956
Passed peacefully away in her 73rd year at 3.30 a.m. Thursday at the General Hospital. Funeral by motor hearse at 2.30 p.m. on Friday from her late residence, 75 Barnes Road to the C. of E. Cathedral and thence to the C. of E. cemetery, Forest Road. No flowers or letters of sympathy by request please.

COLE, John A
THE DAILY NEWS, 05 October 1956
Entered into rest at 1.45 am. Friday, October 5, 1956 John A. Cole, aged 85 years, leaving to mourn 1 daughter, Jean (Mrs. Les Starkes); 2 sons, Max and Roy, 4 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. Funeral Monday at 2.30 p.m. from his late residence, 7 Dunford Street.

DAWE, Kenneth
THE DAILY NEWS, 16 October 1956
CHILD KILLED WHEN HIT BY CAR
Three-year-old Kenneth Dawe, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Dawe, died late yesterday as the result of injuries sustained when he was hit by a car driven by James Sellars of Aldershot Street. The little victim was crossing the road near his home on the Higgins' Line when the accident occurred.

DAWE, Kenneth Leslie
THE DAILY NEWS, 17 October 1956
Died suddenly as result of motor accident, Kenneth Leslie, aged 3½ years, beloved son of Ronald and Elizabeth Dawe. Funeral to-day, Wednesday, at 3.15 p.m. from the residence of his grandfather, Wm. R. Dawe, 58 Poplar Avenue.

DONNELLY, P M
THE DAILY NEWS, 07 October 1956
Passed peacefully away at his residence 48 Forest Road at 4 p.m. Monday, October 8th, P. M. Donnelly, in his 41st year; leaving to mourn his wife and three children, mother, two brothers and three sisters. Funeral will take place from his late residence to St. Joseph's Church on Wednesday morning. Interment at Belvedere.

DUNNE, James
THE DAILY NEWS, 19 October 1956
Inspector Eric Porter, head of the Criminal Investigation Branch of the RCMP in Newfoundland, told the Daily News last night "no indication of foul play" has yet been unearthed in the death of James Dunne, whose body was discovered in a ditch on the Conception Bay Highway a week ago. Inspector Porter said the investigation into Dunne's death is continuing.

DUNNE, John
THE DAILY NEWS, 12 October 1956
BODY COVERED BY SAND AND ROCKS, RCMP INVESTIGATING CAUSE OF DEATH
RCMP last night were still investigating the cause of the death of John Dunne, aged 42, of Mundy Pond, whose partly decayed body was uncovered in a ditch near the Birch Mill at Donovan's late yesterday afternoon.
As far as can be learned an employee of Nfld. Hardwoods Limited was returning from work when he noticed the legs of a man protruding from a pile of sand in a ditch, a short distance east of Byrne's tavern.
Police were notified immediately and within a short time were on the sene and began digging out the body. It was said to have been covered with one foot of sand. One bystander stated that there was a large stone on the body.
Until an autopsy has been carried out and a report thereon submitted to the RCMP no statement as to the cause of the man's death will be forthcoming.
There have been many conjectures as to the cause of death but these are of little value until the official police report has been released.
Dunne, who has been missing for some days, was said to have been employed as a Tractor Operator at a site near Donovan's.
A brother of the victim, retired policeman William Dunne, lost his life a few years ago when he drifted out to sea on a pan of ice and was never seen afterwards.

ELLIS, Donald George
THE DAILY NEWS, 23 October 1956
Passed peacefully away on Sunday at Belfast, Northern Ireland, in his fifty-fourth year, Donald George Ellis, formerly of St. John's. Left to mourn are his wife and daughter, also his mother (in Ottawa), four sisters, Mrs. W. Black, Mrs. T. Lumsden, Mrs. T. MacDonald and Miss Dorothy Ellis, also three brothers, Fred, Eric and Allan. Interment took place in Belfast.

ELLIS, Nutting Fraser
THE DAILY NEWS, 16 October 1956
Suddenly on October 13, Nutting Fraser Ellis, in his 62nd year. Leaving to mourn his wife Mary; three daughters, Ruth (Mrs. J. Boyd, Calgary, Alberta), Catherine (Mrs. P. H. Haug, St. John's), Yvonne (Mrs. H. K. Walton, Salt Lake City, Utah), and one son, Fraser at home. Funeral took place 15 October from his late residence, Topsail Road to Mount Pleasant cemetery.

FOWLER, Lawrence
THE DAILY NEWS, 05 October 1956
CLARKE'S BEACH NOTES - Sympathy is extended to Mrs. J. Connolly of Cupids Crossing on the death of her brother, Mr. Lawrence Fowler at Cupids.

FOWLER, Lawrence
THE DAILY NEWS, 05 October 1956
CLARKE'S BEACH NOTES - DEATH
Passed away at Cupids on Sept. 25th, Mr. Lawrence Fowler. He is survived by his wife, two sons, three daughters, two brothers and a sister. The funeral took place to the R. C. Church and Cemetery at Brigus on Sept. 27th. Deepest sympathy is extended to the bereaved family.

GRAHAM, Elizabeth
THE DAILY NEWS, 07 October 1956
Passed peacefully away on October 6th, Elizabeth Graham, widow of the late Alexander Graham, in her 87th year; left to mourn are one son Alex, residing in Vancouver, and one daughter, Mrs. Grace Parsons of this city and a stepson Ian. Funeral took place October 8th from her daughter's residence Virginia Waters. Interment at General Protestant Cemetery.

GULLIVER, Herbert Ernest
THE DAILY NEWS, 24 October 1956
Passed peacefully away suddenly October 23rd. Herbert Ernest Gulliver, veteran of the First World War in his 64th year. He leaves to mourn two sisters, Mrs. Hubert Buchanan and Mrs. Olinda Tucker, also two brothers, William and Arthur. The funeral will be held on Thursday at 2.30 p.m. from his sister's residence, Mrs. Hubert Buchanan, 9 Tessier Place.

HALL, Frances Caroline House
THE DAILY NEWS, 18 October 1956
Entered into rest on October 7, 1956, at Fairview Lodge, Whitby, Ontario, Frances Caroline House, in her 88th year. Widow of the late Samuel Hall, and dear mother of: Emma (Mrs. H. Simpson, Halifax, N.S.); Claude (St. John's, Newfoundland); Greta (Mrs. F. G. Day, Brooklyn, N.Y.), George, (Brooklyn, N.Y.); Olive (Mrs. J. B. Monk, Pickering, Ont.). Funeral service was held on October 9th. from McEachnie Funeral Home, Pickering, Ont., to St. John's Cemetery, Port Whitby, Ont.

HATFIELD, Martin
THE DAILY NEWS, 10 October 1956
Died suddenly on Tuesday, October 9th, Martin Hatfield, aged 48 years, leaving to mourn his wife, six children, three sisters and two brothers. Funeral will take place at 9 a.m. on Thursday, October 11th, from his late residence, Mundy Pond Road, to St. Theresa's Church. Interment at Mount Carmel cemetery.

HEALEY, Mary Ann "Polly"
THE DAILY NEWS, 22 October 1956
Passed peacefully away at 8.30 Sunday morning Mary Ann (Polly) Healey, wife of Nicholas Healey. She leaves to mourn three nephews and three nices (sic). The funeral will be held Tuesday from her late residence, 27 Hamilton Street, following Solemn Requiem Mass at St. Patrick's Church.

HEALEY, Nicholas
THE DAILY NEWS 29 October 1956
Passed peacefully away at the General Hospital on Sunday, October 28th., Nicholas Healey, of 27 Hamilton Street. Leaving to mourn their sad loss are two sisters, Mrs. Alice Heffernan of this city and Mrs. Edward Trainor of South Boston. Funeral notice later.

HICKEY, Patrick Joseph
THE DAILY NEWS 29 October 1956
Passed away at the General Hospital, after a short illness, Patrick Joseph, aged 40 years, son of Anastasia and the late Martin Hickey. Left to mourn are his mother, four sisters and three brothers. Funeral will take place to-day, Monday, from his late residence, 11 Signal Hill, for Requiem Mass at St. Joseph's Church at 9.30 a.m.

KELLY, Martin C
THE DAILY NEWS, 05 October 1956
Passed peacefully away at St. Clare's Mercy Hosptal (sic) on October 4th Martin C. Kelly in his 85th year. Left to mourn an adopted daughter, Sister M. Justine, Presentation Convent, Renews. Funeral on Saturday from his grand nephew's residence, 114 Craigmiller (sic) Avenue. Requiem Mass 10 o'clock at St. Patrick's Church, Riverhead.

KENNEDY, David
THE DAILY NEWS, 25 October 1956
6-YEAR OLD VICTIM OF ACCIDENT
DAVID KENNEDY DEAD
Another Newfoundlander has los this life in a motor accident. Word reaching St. John's last night revealed the death of a six-year-old boy in Bishop's Falls.
David Kennedy died a few hours after he had been knocked down by a car, while he was playing near his home. The lad had been knocked down at 4.30 yesterday afternoon. Details of the accident were not available. The number of deaths from motor accidents has taken a sharp increase this month. Five people have died in less than two weeks.

KENNEDY, Harry
THE DAILY NEWS, 12 October 1956
FORMER HARBOUR GRACE MAN DIES AT NEW YORK
It is exactly one month since we recorded the passing at New York of Mr. William Kennedy, formerly of this town.
Today, we regretfully record the death of his brother Harry, who passed away suddenly at New York on Thursday, October 4th, the news having been received hee (sic) by a cousin, Mrs. E. D. Freeman.
Harry Kennedy was born at Harbour Grace, fifty five years ago, and was a son of the late William H. and Eugenie Kennedy. He was educated at the R.C. Academy and after leaving school, went to Heart's Content where he entered the employ of the Western Union Cable Co., and later was transferred to their office at New York, where he worked up the (sic) time of his sudden passing.
Of a pleasing personality, the deceased will be well remembered by a host of friends and co-workers at Heart's Content, Bay Roberts, and as well by those who recall the talented Kennedy family who did much to foster dramatic talent in this town for several decades.
Left to mourn his passing, are his widow (the former Miss McManus) and three children residing at New York. Two brothers also survive - Stephen of Corner Brook and John of St. John's as well as a number of cousins at Harbour Grace. To all, sincere sympathy of their many friends is extended.

KITCHEN, John
THE DAILY NEWS, 06 October 1956
BELL ISLAND - We are very sorry to report the death of an esteemed resident of Wabana in the person of Mr. John Kitchen, who passed away at his home on Tuesday night following a lengthy illness. Mr. Kitchen was in his 63rd year.

KITCHEN, John
THE DAILY NEWS, 10 October 1956
JOHN KITCHEN PASSES AWAY
BELL ISLAND - Great and widespread was the sorrow felt when the sad news was flashed around the Island on Tuesday night, October 2nd, that Mr. John Kitchen, one of Bell Island's esteemed citizens, had passed from this earth to that city which we are told has no need of the sun, neither of the moon, to shine in it for the glory of God lightens it and where His servants shall serve Him and shall see His face.
The late Mr. Kitchen had been suffering from an incurable malady for several months past and during that time was a patient at the Grace Hospital.
But despite all that medical attention and loving hands could do it was all to no avail and he passed peacefully into the portals of eternity.
Born at Harbour Grace 64 years ago, the son of the late George and Sarah Kitchen. The deceased gentleman had been a resident of the Island practically all his life excepting for a short period when he served overseas in the first World War. He worked in the mechanical department with the mining company. Respected for his integrity, fairness to all for his great loyalty to his employers and to the industry, the deceased counted people at all levels among his many friends.
"Jack" Kitchen, as he was affectionately known, was one of nature's gentlemen, possessing that rather unusual combination of strength of moral character and genuine friendliness which made him admired and respected by all who knew him.
A devoted husband and father, his family life was characterized by the virtues that he preached.
The sorrowing family may take comfort in the knowledge that their grief is shared by all who knew him, for to know him was to admire and respect him.
Members of the surviving family are his wife, five sons, Stan, Art, Jack, Gerald, and Harold; three daughters, Genevieve (Mrs. Maurice Hiscock), who came from the Mainland of Canada for the funeral, Ruth, (Mrs. George White), Margaret (Mrs. Fred Squires), Bell Island, two brothers, Harvey, Bell Island; Roland, Harbour Grace; five sisters, Mrs. Capt. B. King, Mrs. Margaret Courage, Mrs. Ethel Diamond, Mrs. Susie Sheppard, St. John's; Mrs. John Bray, Harbour Grace, and a number of grandchildren.
The funeral took place to St. Cyprian's Anglican Church Friday afternoon, and was largely attended including a guard of honour from the Canadian Legion and the Dominion Volunteer Brigade.
The funeral was by motor hearse, a second motor hearse banked with beautiful floral tributes preceded that on which the remains were borne and which was also covered with wreaths.
The service at the church was conducted by Reverend T. F. Honeygold and the hymns, "Lead Kindly Light" and "Jesus Lover Of My Soul" were very feelingly sung at an impressive ceremony. Interment was in the Anglican cemetery.
The funeral arrangements were in charge of Rideout's Funeral Home and the following life long friends were the pall-Bearers: Messrs. H. S. Butler, Mike Boland, Ern Miller, Peter Neary, John Sweeny, Pierre Coxworthy.

LAING, Emma Jane
THE DAILY NEWS, 26 October 1956
CARBONEAR, Oct. 22 - After a lingering illness there passed away in hospital on Friday last, Oct. 19th. Mrs. Emma Jane Laing relict of the late Mr. Aubrey Laing of the South Side. Deceased was well liked by all with whom she came in contact and the large concourse of people who followed her remains to their final resting place on Sunday afternoon bore ample testimony to the same, while the floral tributes were added testimonials.
Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Gordon (Gertie) Harris, of Toronto, and Mrs. Donald Slater (Winnie) of New Jersey, U.S.A., five sons, Roland, at New Jersey, Wilbert at Corner Brook, Mac at Gander, Lloyd and Gordon of this town; one sister, Mrs. Lewis Gabriel (Maud) of New Jersey, three brothers, William and Bert Kennedy at New Jersey, and Jordan, at Western Bay; and nineteen grand-children.
Funeral service was held in St. James' Church, with Rev. W.H.B. Gill officiating.

LAMBERT, Thomas
THE DAILY NEWS 29 October 1956
Passed away suddenly on Sunday, October 28th., Thomas Lambert, aged 74 years. Leaves to mourn his wife, three sons, three daughters, three brothers, twenty-four grandchildren. Funeral takes place on Tuesday at 2.30 p.m. by motor hearse from his late residence, 101 Signal Hill Road, to Mount Pleasant Cemetery.

LAMBERT, Thomas
THE DAILY NEWS, 30 October 1956
The funeral of the late Thomas Lambert will take place at 2.30 p.m. this afternoon by motor hearse, from his late residence 101 Signal Hill Road, to Mount Pleasant Cemetery.

LeDREW, Frank
THE DAILY NEWS, 04 October 1956
Passed peacefully away at Dunville, Placentia Bay, Frank LeDrew formerly of Cupids, C.B. Leaves to mourn beside his wife Annie, father, step-mother, one brother, Rev. Ralph LeDrew at South Woodflee, Ontario, three step-brothers, Everett, Gerald and Tobias. Funeral at Cupids at 2.30 p.m. on Thursday.

LOVELL, Sarah
THE DAILY NEWS, 06 October 1956
GRAND BANK NOTES
The death of Sarah, wife of the late Stephen Lovell of this town, occurred at Boston several months ago. Deceased was in her eighties and had left here several years ago to reside with her son Raymond.
Last week Raymond returned home with the ashes of his mother for interment. The funeral service was held on Monday afternoon with Rev. Dr. J. L. Reynolds officiating at the service, at which the urn containing the ashes of the deceased was buried in the family plot in the United Church Cemetery.

MACKEY, James
THE DAILY NEWS, 19 October 1956
Passed peacefully away at the General Hospital on October 18th., James Mackey, aged 93. Leaving to mourn two sons, Peter and Edward at home, two daughters, Bride (Mrs. Florence Gregory of Corner Brook) and Helen (Mrs. Phillip Hartwell at Brooklyn, N.Y.); 33 grandchildren, 42 great-grandchildren. Funeral from his grandson's residence, No 8 Bay Bull Road, at 8.30 a.m. Requiem Mass at Corpus Christi Church, Kilbride, on Saturday, Oct. 20th.

MARSHALL, Joanne Elizabeth
THE DAILY NEWS, 07 October 1956
Passed away at the Grace Hospital, Sunday, October 7th, Joanne Elizabeth, infant daughter of John and Nancy Marshall.

MATTHEWS, Golda
THE DAILY NEWS, 07 October 1956
Passed away at 7 Robinson's Hill, Golda, wife of Ralph J. Matthews, in her 42nd year; leaving husband, one son, two sisters and one brother to mourn their sad loss. Funeral 2.30 Thursday by motor hearse.

MATTHEWS, Golda
THE DAILY NEWS, 11 October 1956
Passed away at 7 Robinson's Hill, Golda, wife of Ralph J. Matthews in her 42nd year; leaving husband, one son, two sisters and one brother to mourn their sad loss. Funeral will take place at 2.30 p.m. Thursday, by motor hearse from the Cochrane Street United Church.

McKINNON, Allan
THE DAILY NEWS, 01 October 1956
CORNER BROOK - Twelve-year-old Allan McKinnon was killed Sunday night beneath the wheels of a west-bound pulpwood train when he fell from a flatcar where he was playing. Witnesses said the boy, son of Mr. Archibald McKinnon of Corner Brook East, was playing on the empty flatcar when the train started. He topped off between the flatcar and the caboose, which struck him. His 17-year-old brother witnessed the tragedy. The incident occurred about 7 p.m. at the eastern end of the freight yards, an area known as Gearyville.

MILLER, Edward
THE DAILY NEWS, 13 October 1956
Passed peacefully away 5.30 a.m. October 12th, at his residence Portugal Cove Edward Miller in his 73rd year; leaving to mourn his widow, 3 sons, Harold, Edward, Gerald, at Portugal Cove and 4 daughters, Gladys, Mrs. Charles Codner at Torbay; Eliza, Mrs. Arthur Churchill, Portugal Cove; Ethel, Mrs. Ronald Dinn and Mary, Mrs. James Bugden, St. John's; 2 sisters, Mrs. Elizabeth Hibbs and Mrs. Jordon Hibbs; 2 bothers, Robert and Azariah, all of Portugal Cove, and 24 grandchildren and a large circle of relatives and friends. Funeral on Sunday at 2.30 p.m. from his late residence.

MOORE, Thomas R.
THE DAILY NEWS, 03 October 1956
Thomas R. Moore passed away at Avondale on Saturday, September 29th, aged 76 years. Left to mourn his wife. The funeral took place from his late residence with Solemn High Mass at the Church of the Assumption at Avondale on Monday, October 1st.

NOBLE, Amelia
THE DAILY NEWS 29 October 1956
LEWISPORTE - On Thursday last in the early hours of the morning death came quietly to Amelia, beloved wife of Dorman Noble, in her 62nd year. For a long time she had been a patient sufferer. Her condition at first diagnosed as a ehart (sic) condition later became known as a kidnek (sic) ailment which was pronounced incurable. However she could get around the home and sometimes during the past summer enjoyed a car ride, but a few days previous to her death she suffered a severe attack which resulted in a coma from which she failed to rally although all the love and care and medical assistance possible was given. Mrs. Noble was the former Amelia Batstone, and with her husband came here from Nippers Harbour 6 years ago. They immediately built a splendid home, whose doors were always open to those who needed a home, and this won the love and respect of all whose pleasure it was to know them. Mrs. Noble was one of the quiet souls of earth whose life was directed by her Heavenly Father and wose (sic) love and care was ever her protection. When illness and esuffering (sic) came, her faith grew stranger in her Heavenly Father. Her last church service was attended to partake of Holy Communion. A friend to everyone, she delighted in extending the hand of friendship to those in need. In the home her place as a loving wife to her husband and an understanding heart with her children is impossible to fill. Here it was that her daily influence and love were exemplified and here she will be greatly missed. The funeral service was conducted by Rev. N. Winsor and interment took place in U.C. cemetery on Stanhope Road. The beautifnl (sic) casket could not contain the large number if (sic) wkreaths (sic) and sprays sent by friends who loved and respected her. Rev. N. Winsor who conducted the service took for his subject: "There is no death." She leaves to mourn besides her husband, one son, Ross, residing in Lewisporte, an adopted son, Raymond Batstone, Nipper's Harbour, one daughter (Muriel) Mrs. Harold Forbes, Lewisporte, three sisters: Mrs. W. T. Humphries, St. John's, Mrs. Ethel Ryan, Corner Brook, Mrs. Lorenzo Noble, Nipper's Harbour, two brothers, A. E. Batstone and Lemuel Batstone, Cornerd (sic) Brook, to whom deepest sympathy is extended.

NOLAN, Michael
THE DAILY NEWS, 11 October 1956
Passed peacefully away on October 9th, Michael Nolan of Mt. Pearl, at the age of 90 years; leaving to mourn 1 son, 1 daughter and 1 brother in U.S.A. Funeral on Friday morning at 9 a.m. from his late residence Mt. Pearl Road to Kilbride Church for Requiem Mass at 9.30 a.m.

NOSEWORTHY, Beatrice
THE DAILY NEWS, 18 October 1956
SPANIARD'S BAY, Oct. 15 - Mrs. Beatrice Noseworthy of Grand Falls passed away at the General Hospital, St. John's on Thursday, October 11, just one week after her sixty-seventh birthday.
The late Mrs. Noseworthy was a former resident of Spaniard's Bay but moved to Grand Falls a few years ago.
She leaves to mourn her husband, Mr. Hugh W. Noseworthy, one son Richard of Grand Falls; five daughters, Violet (Mrs. Fred Davis of Grand Falls), Mary (Mrs. Henry Bishop, Spaniard's Bay), Susie (Mrs. Edward Saunders, Shearstown), Joyce (Mrs. Drover Bishop, Spaniard's Bay), Gertie (Mrs. Edward Mercer, Toronto); one sister Susie (Mrs. Douglas Smith, St. John's) and one brother, Mr. John Butt of Spaniard's Bay; her ninety-eight year old mother, Mrs. Elizabeth Butt of Spaniard's Bay; twenty-four grandchildren and five great grand children. One other son William, paid the Supreme Sacrifice in World War II. To them all we join with the community in general in offering our sincere sympathy.

OAKLEY, Elizabeth
THE DAILY NEWS, 16 October 1956
Passed away at the Grace Hospital on Monday, October 15th, Elizabeth, wife of Robert Oakley, age 67 years, leaving to mourn her husband, one brother, three sisters, The funeral will take place on Wednesday at 2.30 p.m. from her late residence, 54 Empire Avenue by motor hearse to the Anglican cemetery.

O'BRIEN, Kevin
THE DAILY NEWS, 12 October 1956
CHILD KILLED ON TOPSAIL HILL
Kevin O'Brien, aged 4 years, was killed instantly yesterday afternoon when he was hit by a car which was passing his home on Topsail Hill. The child's mother witnessed the tragedy. No other details of the accident were available last night.

PACK, Philip
THE DAILY NEWS, 05 October 1956
CLARKE'S BEACH NOTES - Sympathy is extended to Mr. and Mrs. Weston Pack of Topsail Road on the accidental death of their 7-year-old son, Phillip. Mrs. Pack is the former Ethel Morgan of North River.

PARROTT, Mary Ann
THE DAILY NEWS, 13 October 1956
Passed peacefully away at 5.15 am. Friday, October 12th, Mary Ann, wife of Albert G. Parrott, in her 70th year; leaving to mourn besides her husband, six daughters, Daisy, Mrs. Gordon Moore, St. John's; Hilda, Mrs. Graham Smith, Manuels; Rita, Mrs. James Warford, Montreal; Jean, Mrs. Ernest Harding, St. John's; Mary, Mrs. Frederick MacTaggart, Montreal; Nellie, Mrs. Eric Thompson, St. John's. Two sisters and two brothers and eleven grandchildren. Funeral from her late residence Brookfield Road at 2.30 p.m. Monday, October 15th, to the Church of England Cathedral, thence to Church of England Cemetery, Forest Road.

PARSONS, Annie
THE DAILY NEWS, 07 October 1956
Passed peacefully away October 8th, Annie, beloved wife of Stephen E. Parsons, in her 71st year; leaves to mourn two sons, Bert and Clayton and four daughters, Marcella, Myrtle, Jennie and Beulah, two brothers, Charles and Eleazor Davis and four sisters. Funeral Wednesday from 110 Empire Avenue to Freshwater, Carbonear, by motor hearse.

PARSONS, Gertrude
THE DAILY NEWS, 24 October 1956
Passed peacefully away at her residence, Water Street, Harbour Grace on Tuesday, October 23rd, Gertrude Parsons, daughter of the late Stewart and Rose Ann Parsons, in her 73rd year. Leaving to mourn one sister, Ida and two nephews, Gordon and Chesley at home and one niece, Mrs. Bert Winsor (Elsie, U.S.A.) Interment will be at Harbour Grace on Thursday at 2.30 p.m.

PORTER, Norman
THE DAILY NEWS, 15 October 1956
LEWISPORTE - Death came after a long and painful illness on Thursday last to Mr. Norman Porter of Porterville, at the age of 68 years. Mr. Porter underwent an operation on his stomach at the General Hospital, St. John's, last December and for weeks his condition improved so that all hopes were high for his complete and permanent recovery, but his improved condition was but temporary and during the present summer became such that those who watched him daily realized the end was slowly approaching and praying the suffering would not be too severe, but as they watched him they knew whatever the suffering it would be born with almost unbelievable endurance, and his countenance was always so cheerful that his living and dying brought great comfort to those left behind, as he so often expressed his faith and hope in a Heavenly Father who will not send more than our human strength can stand. Suffering was at times severe indeed, but no word of complaint was ever heard, and speaking of him at his funeral, Rev. Mr. Ralph, who visited him many times said he never saw such endurance and patience in suffering. He died as he lived, very happy in his Heavenly Father's care. A very faithful attendant of the little U.C. Church at his home for many years, he has been missed and will be in the years to come, but in the home where his continual presence was always a source of pleasure to those of his family who so loved and respected him he will be missed most. The place is vacant and none other can ever fill same, but the thought remains supremely sweet that he is at rest. Far from the pain and suffering which was often his lot here. Asleep to awake to a continuous release from all that would harm or annoy.
Of a very quiet nature, Mr. Porter was loved, not only by his family, but by many friends who regret his passing. The little church was filled to capacity and almost as many stood in the rain outside the church to pay respect to one who merited same. The beautiful casket was covered with floral tributes and four boys carried many others which could not be placed on the casket. The funeral service was conducted by Rev. N. Winsor, Lewisporte, and Mr. Ralph Laurenceton.
The late Mr. Porter leaves to mourn besides a loving wife, 7 sons: John, at St. John, N.B., Roy at Gander, Nelson at Stephenville, Alex sailing from St. John's to England, and Arthur, Marshall and Hubert at home; 3 daughters: Hilda, Mrs. Gus Lewis at Gander, Margaret on staff of Riff's Ltd., Lewisporte, and Marina at home, and a large number of other relatives to whom deepest sympathy is extended. The little town of Porterville is saddened, but peace, perfect peace abounds in the land to which their friend has gone.

RASMUSSEN, John Ralph
THE DAILY NEWS, 13 October 1956
Passed away at the General Hospital, Friday, October 12, John Ralph Rasmussen, formerly of Norway, aged 62 years; survived by wife at St. John's, son, daughter, three sisters, three brothers of Haugesund, Norway. The funeral will take place at 2.30 p.m. Sunday by motor hears from Carnell's Funeral home 28 Cochrane Street to Mount Pleasant Cemetery.

READER, Olive
THE DAILY NEWS, 02 October 1956
Passed away after a long illness, Olive, wife of Eleazar (Al) Reader, in her 76th year, survived by husband, one daughter, Ena (Mrs. Albert Kennedy), one brother, three sisters, four grandchildren. The funeral will take place on Wednesday, October 3rd, at 2.30 p.m. from her late residence 24 Holway Avenue Extension to Mount Pleasant Cemetery.

READER, Olive
THE DAILY NEWS, 03 October 1956
The funeral of the late Mrs. Olive Reader will take place today, at 2.30 p.m. from her late residence, 24 Howley Extension by motor hearse to Mount Pleasant cemetery.

REYNOLDS, Jacob
THE DAILY NEWS, 05 October 1956
Passed peacefully away at 1.30 a.m. on October 3rd Jacob Reynolds, aged 85 years. Leaving to mourn two sons, John and Kenneth of this city, three daughters, Anne (Mrs. Ariel Fagner of Caplin Cove); Effie (Mrs. George Hopkins) of Massachusetts and Ethel at home, also five grandchildren. Funeral will be held Saturday from his late residence, 404 Hamilton Avenue Extension. No flowers by request.

ROBERTS, Archibald
THE DAILY NEWS, 15 October 1956
LEWISPORTE - Death came after a long illness on Tuesday last at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Eric Collins, to Mr. Archibald Roberts in his 59th year. The late Mr. Roberts formerly lived at Indian Islands. He went to the General Hospital last spring, after suffering a severe stroke, where for weeks he remained in a coma, and from the first it was felt his condition was extremely serious. Many times during his stay at the hospital he was visited by relatives whose hearts were deeply grieved by his unimproved condition, although everything available was done for him, but to no avail. He came back from hospital about a month ago, and passed away at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Eric Collins. The late Mr. Roberts was a real gentleman in every sense, whose every care was for those whom he loved, and his friends found him always ready with a helping hand when needed. A faithful member of the Church of England, he was held in high esteem by all those whose pleasure it was to know him. The funeral was conducted by Rev. Mr. King from Botwood in the Anglican Church here. Burial was at the Church of England cemetery on Stanhope Road, and was attended by many who paid their last respects to one whom they loved. The late Mr. Roberts leaves to mourn beside his wife, four daughters and one son to whom deepest sympathy is extended.

ROSE, Bert
THE DAILY NEWS, 01 October 1956
NFLDR. DEAD IN TORONTO ACCIDENT
A Newfoundlander has died in a motor accident in Toronto. Word reaching St. John's last night said that Bert Rose of Salmon Cove was killed in Toronto, Friday. The report did not reveal any of the details of the accident. Rose, 28, has been living in Toronto for the past six years. he was married and has two children.

ROSE, Bertram
THE DAILY NEWS, 12 October 1956
BERTRAM ROSE LAID TO REST
The funeral of the late Mr. Bertram Rose, who met accidental death at Toronto recently, took place to the Roman Catholic Cathedral, at Harbour Grace, on Sunday afternoon, and was one of the largest seen here for some time, many coming from St. John's, Bell Island, Carbonear, Salmon Cove, C.B. (the latter place being the former home of the deceased).
The funeral procession with some eighty cars following the casket, left the home of Mrs. Rose's parent (sic) on Carbonear Road. Burial was at the R.C. Cemetery here.
The sympathy of the whole community is extended to the widow of the deceased young man an (sic) their two children in the tragic passing of her husband. Mrs. Rose is the former Miss Julia Yetman, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Mark Yetman aCrbonear (sic) Road. Her father flew to Toronto on receiving the news of his son-in-law's passing, and with Mrs. Roe and her children arrived here on Friday last.
The family desires to thank the many who showed sympathy and attended the funeral on Sunday.

RUSSELL, Anita May
THE DAILY NEWS, 16 October 1956
Passed away suddenly at the Grace Hospital on October 15th, Anita May (Nettie) aged 69, daughter of Eli and the late Martha Russell. Funeral notice later.

SMITH, James
THE DAILY NEWS, 11 October 1956
Passed peacefully away at the Banting Memorial Hospital, Gander, on Wednesday, October 10th, James Smith in his 85th year; leaving to mourn two sons, Allan and Alex in Gander; one daughter, Mrs. Patrick Mullett, at St. John's; one sister, Mrs. George Benson, at Sunnyside, T.B.; one brother, Heber, in Bishop's Falls; twelve grandchildren, thirteen great grandchildren. Funeral at Sunnyside on Thursday.

SMITH, William
THE DAILY NEWS, 25 October 1956
CLARKE'S BEACH - The whole Community of South River was shocked and saddened on Oct. 21st. when it was learned that Mr. Wm. Smith of that place had passed away during the night at the age of 59 years. Although he had been in ill health for some years, he could visit friends around his own home, but during the week he took a turn for the worse. He leaves to mourn their sad loss his widow, three daughters Ivy (Mrs. Wm. Hussey) Verna (Mrs. Ted Bowering of Coleys Point) and Patsy at home, 3 Sons Jack at South River, Bert in Toronto and Elmer in Edmonton.

SQUIRES, Walter
THE DAILY NEWS, 10 October 1956
BELL ISLAND - Walter, four-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Eloie Squires, passed away on October 4th. The parents wish to express their thanks to all who helped in any way during their bereavement and those who sent sympathy cards, also Mr. Bert Rideout.

STOODLEY, Raymond
THE DAILY NEWS, 16 October 1956
GRAND BANK NEWS - OBITUARY - RAYMOND STOODLEY
The entire community was shocked last Thursday morning to learn that Raymond Stoodley had passed away suddenly at his home. Deceased was fifty six years of age and was the victim of a heart attack.
The late Raymond Stoodley was a well known citizen. He was active in Canadian Legion Affairs and was also a prominent member of the Loyal Orange Association. Although he had suffered in the last World War. He was in fairly good health until about a fortnight ago when he suffered a heart attack. He was convalescing when the fatal attack occurred.
The funeral services were held on Monday afternoon Oct. 8th. Interment was in the United Church Cemetery with Rev. Dr. J. L. Reynolds conducting the services. The funeral was attended by a large number of citizens and representatives of both the Canadian Legion and L.O.A.
He is survived by his wife, five sons, Thomas at Montreal, Kenneth at Halifax, Frank at British Columbia, Eli in England and Raymond at home, one daughter, Mrs. Charlie Grandy at Halifax, one brother Allan and a sister Frances at Coley's Point, also a sister at Halifax.
To the bereaved family and relatives we extend deepest sympathy.

SUMMERS, Elizabeth
THE DAILY NEWS, 24 October 1956
The family of the late Mrs. Elizabeth Summers, Forest Road wish to acknowledge with appreciation the kindness shown by their many dear friends in St. John's, Cape Broyle and Tors Cove, during their recent bereavement.

SWEETAPPLE, Maria Noseworthy
THE DAILY NEWS, 24 October 1956
Passed peacefully away at Glovertown on October 16th, 1956 Maria Noseworthy Sweetapple, formerly of Pouch Cove, leaving to mourn husband, Rev. James Sweetapple, at Glovertown; one daughter, Olive, (Mrs. W. H. Peyton) Montreal, a sister, Mrs. John Bishop at Bay Roberts, and five grandchildren. Laid to read in the United Church Cemetery, Glovertown, October 18th, 1956.

THOMPSON, Fannie Hopkins
THE DAILY NEWS, 01 October 1956
Passed away in her 84th year at her residence, 27 McRae Drive, Toronto, Fannie Hopkins, widow of William Thompson, formerly of Cherry Hill, St. John's. She leaves to mourn one daughter Frances. Funeral at Toronto on Tuesday, October 2nd.

TILLEY, Margaret
THE DAILY NEWS, 05 October 1956
Passed peacefully away October 4th, Margaret, daughter of the late Edward and Hannah Tilley, formerly of Long's Hill. Leaving to mourn three brothers and one sister. Funeral from her brother's residence, 75 Hoyles Avenue on Saturday, Oct. 6th with Requiem Mass at the Basilica.

TOBIN, John M
THE DAILY NEWS, 06 October 1956
St. John's was shocked yesterday to hear the news of the sudden passing of one of its best-known citizens in the person of Mr. John M. Tobin. Mr. Tobin was in his 72nd year. The son of the late James J. and Catherine (Dooley) Tobin, he was born in St. John's and educated at St. Bonaventure's College and St. Francis Xavier University in Antigonish, Nova Scotia.
An exemplary citizen from every aspect, Mr. Tobin gained his widest fame in the world of sport. As an athlete he will long be remembered for his prowess on the hockey rink and at Quidi Vidi. For many years he was an outstanding hockey player and later a referee of ability. His love for the game of hockey is best demonstrated by the fact that for almost half a century he was the Honourary Secretary of the Newfoundland Hockey League, a position which he occupied to the time of his death. He was a man of vast experience and wisdom in all matters pertaining to the game and his opinion was always sought in anything of importance to the affairs of the sport in Newfoundland. His position as regards Regatta matters was equally important. For years as an oarsman of repute and later as one of the best coxswains ever to handle the tiller ropes at historic Quidi Vidi, he was a storehouse of information and helpful advice to oarsmen and fans alike. As a member of the St. John's Regatta Committee his opinions were always available and his knowledge of the history of the Regatta was a source of envy to his acquaintances. Today not the least of his friends are the oarsmen of the '30s and early '40s who benefitted by his wise advice and kindly encouragement.
Apart from his athletic activities Mr. Tobin played a prominent part in the affairs of the city and country in his time. For many years he was a member of the Executive of the Benevolent Irish Society. He was a member of the St. John's Municipal Council and a member of the House of Assembly, representing the District of St. John's East (Extern) in the Alderdice Government.
He was the first of our local radio hockey broadcasters and his broadcasts of the games did much to popularize hockey outside St. John's. All in all he was a personality whose passing leaves a void not easily filled.
He is survived by his wife, the former Miss Agnes Millicent Dawe and by two brothers, Michael in St. John's and Denis in the United States. To them the sympathy of the whole community goes out.
The funeral takes place on Monday next with Solemn Requiem Mass at the Basilica of St. John the Baptist at 9.30 a.m.

TOBIN, John M
THE DAILY NEWS, 06 October 1956
NFLD. MOURNS THE SUDDEN PASSING OF JOHN M. TOBIN
SERVED FOR 45 YEARS AS SECRETARY OF HOCKEY LEAGUE
The city was shocked yesterday morning to hear of the sudden passing of John M. Tobin, one of St. John's most prominent citizens and a outstadig (sic) sports figure in St. John's and Newfoundland circles.
Mr. Tobin passed away suddenly at eight o'clock yesterday morning after a heart seizure. Jack, as he was more commonly known throughout the length and breadth of Nfld., has played a prominent part in the sports life of this community of St. John's. His athletic career dates way back in the early history of hockey in Nfld. and it was Jack's untiring efforts during the early stages of hockey here that today we can thank Jack Tobin for the great strides our national game has made. Although Jack's first love was hockey he was also activity engages in ..fld's (sic) Derby Day as he was an outstanding oarsman of his day and after, when age ruled him from taking his place in the shells on Quidi Vidi as an oarsman, he gave all his interests to young crews on the pond and for years he coxswained many crews bringing in championship honours.
Jack had the great distinction of being an hockey executive member of all over Nfld. and Canada to hold office for the greatest number of years. This year would have been Jack's forty-fifth year as secretary of the St. John's Hockey League. Up to the time of his death Jack still held the unselfish interest in hockey as he held way back in the first few years of the century. He was during the past week among those who were laying plans for another successful hockey season at the Memorial Stadium.
One of the pioneers of hockey he outlived many of his old playmates who bladed the trial (sic) of hockey in the good old days when hockey took the place of hurley as the top sport. His career in hockey parrells (sic) of the game in Nfld. During his local hockey career he played with the champions Victorias, Terras and Rovers and after retiring from active competition he took up refereeing. Later he took up coaching and guided the destinies of the Holy Cross in the City League. He played with the St. of X College team in Antigonish.
Jack was a familiar figure at the new stadium and it is doubtful if he missed any junior or senior league game at the stadium since the doors opened.
His passing at the age of 72 years leaves a vacancy on the Nfld. sports scene which will be a difficult one to fill.

TOBIN, John M
THE DAILY NEWS, 06 October 1956
Passed away suddenly on Friday, October 5th John M. Tobin, leaving to mourn his wife, two brothers, Michael of St. John's and Denis in the United States. The funneral (sic) will take place on Monday at 9.30 a.m. by motor hearse from his late residence, 12 Holloway Street to the Basilica of St. John the Baptist for High Requiem Mass. Interment at Belvedere cemetery. No flowers by request.

WINSOR, Captain Jabez
THE DAILY NEWS, 20 October 1956
Passed peacefully away last night at the age of 70 years, Capt. Jabez Winsor, formerly of Wesleyville, Leaving to mourn beside his wife, his mother, Mrs. Martha Winsor; three daughters, Ruby (Mrs. Artnell Burry) of Downsview, Ont.), Louise (Mrs. Arthur Tremain) of Ont., Jennie (Mrs. W. J. Jones) of Manitoba; two sons, Clive and Herman, in the city, four sisters; three brothers; twenty grandchildren and a large circle of friends. Funeral notice later. (No flowers by request).

YOUNG, William
THE DAILY NEWS, 10 October 1956
BELL ISLAND - Wm. Youngs (sic), West Mines died at General Hospital on October 8th, after a prolonged illness. Leaving to mourn, wife, 9 sons and four daughters. He is been (sic) taken to Spaniard's Bay today for burial.