Eleanor — Hugh Hall. [Group Sheet]

1. Michael Hall

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• Occupation: a machine operator at construction companies
• Baptised: 26 Aug 1912, Barney's River, Pictou, Nova Scotia, Canada
• Residence: Nov 1957, New Glasgow, , Prince Edward Island, Canada
• Obituary: 24 Apr 2002, Halifax, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada; Halifax Herald

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ROBERTSON, J. Lawrence - 90, 442 Lorne St., New Glasgow, died Monday, April 22, 2002, in Aberdeen Hospital. Born in Barney's River Station, he was the eldest son of the late Harlan and Margaret (Bannerman) Robertson. Lawrence was employed as a machine operator with the former construction company Fraser, Mason and Fraser, for over 30 years. A dedicated member of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, New Glasgow, he served as an elder for 35 years. He was a volunteer fireman for the town of New Glasgow and also was a member of the Euclid Lodge 92, New Glasgow. Lawrence was a devoted family man, well-known for his integrity, kindness, hard work and keen sense of humour. His love of country life was reflected in his appreciation of nature. His garden was always a great source of pleasure. He enjoyed socializing and was an entertaining storyteller. Lawrence enriched the lives of all who knew him and will be greatly missed by his family and friends. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, the former Mary MacKay, New Glasgow; daughters, Laurene (Bill) MacDonald, New Glasgow; Eleanor (Hugh) Hall, Dartmouth; grandson, Michael Hall; sisters, Chrissie Ritchie, New Glasgow; Janet Robertson, New Glasgow; Lena (Wendell) Watters, Hamilton, Ont.; brother, Allison (Helen), MacLellan's Brook; sisters-in-law, Dorothy Robertson and Gladys Robertson, Barney's River Station; Joyce Robertson, Mississauga, Ont.; Eileen Robertson, Burlington, Ont.; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by brothers, Lester, Everett, Donald, Freddie; sister, Emma. His remains will rest in H.W. Angus Funeral Home, New Glasgow, with visiting Thursday 3-5, 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Friday in St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, New Glasgow, Rev. Richard Sand officiating. A reception will take place in the church hall. Burial to follow in Kenzieville Cemetery. Donations may be made to St.
Andrew's Presbyterian Church, New Glasgow or a charity of your choice.

John married Mary Gertrude MacKay 23 May 1947, New Glasgow, Pictou, Nova Scotia, Canada. Mary was born 6 Sep 1913, New Glasgow, Pictou, Nova Scotia, Canada; died 7 Dec 2005, New Glasgow, Pictou, Nova Scotia, Canada; was buried 10 Dec 2005, Kenzieville Cemetery, Kenzieville, , Nova Scotia, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Occupation: Bef 1947, New Glasgow, Pictou, Nova Scotia, Canada; a secretary at Trenton Steel and CKEC Radio
• Obituary: 9 Dec 2005, Halifax, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada; Halifax Herald

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ROBERTSON, Mary Gertrude - 92, New Glasgow, passed away on December 7, 2005, in Aberdeen Regional Hospital, New Glasgow, with her two loving daughters by her side. Mary was the elder daughter of the late William D. and Laura (MacLeod) MacKay. She was born in New Glasgow on September 6, 1913, and lived there all her life. As a young woman she worked as a secretary at Trenton Steel and at CKEC Radio. Upon her marriage to Lawrence Robertson in 1947, she devoted her time, energy and talents to her family and many community organizations. She was a long-time member of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church and served as a Sunday school teacher, a CGIT leader, and a loyal member of the Ladies' Guild, the Ladies' Aid, and the Elsie MacKay Atlantic Mission Society. Mary was also a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, the Ladies' Auxiliary of the New Glasgow Volunteer Fire Department, and a lifetime member of the IODE (Dr. Caroline Carmichael Chapter). Quiet and unassuming, Mary was a woman of strength and courage. She was adored by those who knew her best, and was a wonderful homemaker and a dedicated wife and mother. She could sum up many a situation succinctly and her direct comments were often a source of wisdom and humour. She will be remembered for her sweet nature, kindness and graciousness. Mary was predeceased by Lawrence, her husband of 55 years. She is survived by her daughters, Laurene (Bill) MacDonald, New Glasgow; Eleanor (Hugh) Hall, Dartmouth; grandson, Michael Hall, Dartmouth; sister, Catherine Kaiser, New Glasgow; sister-in-law, Lena (Wendell) Watters, Ancaster, Ont.; brother-in-law, Allison (Helen) Robertson, MacLellan's Brook; many nieces and nephews. Mary brought joy and beauty to the lives of her family and friends. She will be greatly missed. Visitation will be today from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in H.W. Angus Funeral Home, King Street, New Glasgow. Funeral service will be 11 a.m. Saturday, December 10, in St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, 37 Mountain Rd., New Glasgow, with Rev. Richard E. Sand officiating. Reception in the church hall after the service. Burial to follow in Kenzieville Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations may be made to the Palliative Care Society of Aberdeen Regional Hospital, Kidney Foundation of Canada, Nova Scotia Branch; St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church Building Fund or a charity of choice.

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• Census: 1881, Barney's River, Pictou, Nova Scotia, Canada
• Occupation: Nov 1910, Barney's River Station, Pictou, Nova Scotia, Canada; a farmer
• Census: 1911, Barney's River, Pictou, Nova Scotia, Canada
• Occupation: 1911, Barney's River, Pictou, Nova Scotia, Canada; a farmer
• Residence: Nov 1931, Barney's River, Pictou, Nova Scotia, Canada

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3 in 1881 census

Harlan married Margaret Grace Bannerman 6 Nov 1910, New Glasgow, Pictou, Nova Scotia, Canada. Margaret was born 9 Jan 1880, Barney's River, Pictou, Nova Scotia, Canada; died 7 Nov 1957, Barney's River, Pictou, Nova Scotia, Canada; was buried , Kenzieville Cemetery, Kenzieville, , Nova Scotia, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Residence: Nov 1910, Barney's River Station, Pictou, Nova Scotia, Canada
• Census: 1911, Barney's River, Pictou, Nova Scotia, Canada

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November 1957 - Woman Dies When Fire Razes Home - New Glasgow - Mrs. Harlan Robertson of Barney's River lost her life late Thursday when the family home was burned to the ground in a fire of unknown origin. She was at home with her husband, son Everett and daughter-in-law at the time of the fire. The other three members of the family escaped, and attempts made by Everett to get back into the house and upstairs to save his mother were unsuccessful. He received burns in the attempt. Mrs. Robertson, 65, was the former Margaret Bannerman and had lived at Barney's River all her life. Volunteers from the community who rallied quickly were able to keep the flames from spreading to the garage and other out-buildings. Mrs. Robertson is survived by her husband and nine children. Her sons are Lawrence in New Glasgow, Everett and Lester in Barney's River, Donald and Fred in Toronto, and Allison in Halifax. The daughters are Mrs. Chris Ritchie and Janet in New Glasgow, Lena (Mrs. Wendell Watters), Montreal. A fourth daughter, Emma (Mrs. Dan Robertson) of Barney's River, predeceased her several years ago. Dr. C. Harries, coroner, conducted a preliminary inquest late yesterday afternoon, at the H.W. Angus Funeral Home, New Glasgow, to investigate the death of Mrs. Robertson. Dr. Park, pathologist at the Aberdeen Hospital, identified the body as that of a female, and Dr. Harries adjourned the inquest until Nov. 23, when witnesses will be called. RCMP conducted the investigations and said that Mrs. Robertson's body was found in the cellar of the home at Barney's River.

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• AltBirth: Abt 1840
• Census: 1871, Gulf Shore District, Pictou, Nova Scotia, Canada
• Occupation: 1871, Gulf Shore District, Pictou, Nova Scotia, Canada; farmer
• Residence: 1871, Gulf Shore District, Pictou, Nova Scotia, Canada
• Census: 1881, Barney's River, Pictou, Nova Scotia, Canada
• Occupation: 1881, Barney's River, Pictou, Nova Scotia, Canada; farmer
• Census: 1901, Barney's River, Pictou, Nova Scotia, Canada
• Occupation: 1901, Barney's River, Pictou, Nova Scotia, Canada; farmer
• Occupation: Nov 1910, Barney's River, Pictou, Nova Scotia, Canada; a farmer
• Census: 1911, Barney's River, Pictou, Nova Scotia, Canada
• Occupation: 1911, Barney's River, Pictou, Nova Scotia, Canada; a farmer

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John Robertson - Barney's River Station, Dec 1, 1931 - The death occurred on Wednesday, November 25th of John Robertson, at the home of his son, Stewart. The passing of Mr. Robertson marks that of the oldest resident of Barney's River Station, and one of the oldest residents of Pictou County. Mr. Robertson was a man of fine Christian character. He clung to the old Presbyterian faith of his fathers, and was ever ready to help in a good cause. Although having attained the age of ninety-two years, Mr. Robertson retained his faculties until his passing. He was married twice, both wives having pre-deceased him. He leaves to mourn, two daughters, (Martha) Mrs. J.A. Pentz, Portland, Maine; (Emma) Mrs. J.J. O'Brien, Toronto, Ontario, Three sons, James and Harlan residing at Barney's River and Stewart on the old homestead. Two sons predeceased him: Charles at Trenton, in 1926 and William in Colorado, in 1929.

Census:
32 in 1871 census

Census:
40 in 1881 census

Census:
61 in 1901 census

Buried:
unmarked grave #3

John married Nicholas Jane Turner 5 Aug 1873, Antigonish, Antigonish, Nova Scotia, Canada. Nicholas was born Dec 1847; died 18 Mar 1915, Barney's River Station, Pictou, Nova Scotia, Canada; was buried , Hattie Cemetery, Avondale, , Nova Scotia, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Census: 1881, Barney's River, Pictou, Nova Scotia, Canada
• Census: 1901, Barney's River, Pictou, Nova Scotia, Canada
• Census: 1911, Barney's River, Pictou, Nova Scotia, Canada

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Census:
33 in 1881 census

Census:
52 in 1901 census