Georgetown Stories: 1904 -1908 46

ribs with a piece of pipe and threatened to inflict further bodily injury. About a dozen witnesses were examined and the trial excited

much interest in the town.” (Patriot, Dec. 12, 1905)

Masonic Hall Moved

“The work of removing and putting in position the Masonic building under the supervision of P. Callaghan, Iona, was completed today. It is now situated on Main Street, between the Town Hall and the Court House. The Annual Banquet by the Freemasons last night passed off very successfully.” (Patriot Dec. 28 & 29, 1905) In November, 1906, the ‘Masonic Temple’ was completed by W. W. Lavers under the direction of D. H. Logan (Patriot, Nov. 28)

I.O.G.T. Lodge Formed

“At a well-attended meeting, a subordinate Lodge of the Independent Order of Good Templars was organized at Georgetown on Monday, the 29th inst. The following officers were elected: Lodge Deputy, Rev. George 0. Robertson; C. T., Edward Leeman; V. T., Rev. J. F. Tupper; S. P. L. Lavers; A. 8., Arthur Yosten; P. C. T., Rev. Elias Slackford; Chaplain, R. W. Cotton; F. 5., Mrs. Mabel Stewart; T., Mrs. T. Henry; M., Mrs. E. Leeman; D. M., Capt. William White; Guard; Lloyd Leeman; Sentinel, James Manuel.” (Patriot Jan. 30, 1906)

A New Light on the Harbour

“A new light has been placed on the roof of the Marine coal shed on the railway wharf at Georgetown. This light is to lead vessels coming into the harbour direct to the end of the wharf and clear Thrum Cap Spit (commonly known as Poxy Point). Mr. John Westaway has been appointed keeper of the light which is proving of great service to mariners.” (Patriot, June 16, 1906)

Temperance Hall for Georgetown

“The Temperance Association of Georgetown has purchased in that place the old railway station which they will convert into a Temperance Hall with reading room, recreation

rooms, etc. The ball will be a two—story building, and will be nicely fitted up and furnished. Rev. Mr. Robertson of Georgetown is in the city today to arrange for the site and secure furnishings.” (Patriot, Nov. 26, 1906) The hall was opened on Jan. 29, 1907. (Guardian, Jan. 21, 1907) In September, 1907, the hall was moved from the old station area to Richmond Street, the work being done under the supervision of Peter Ross. (Patriot, Sept. 234, 1907)

D. H. Logan—Forty—three Years a Jailer

“Mr. D. H. Logan of Georgetown, keeper of King’s County Jail was appointed keeper of the jail and crier of the Supreme Court on May 14, 1864 and has been thus for nearly 43 years continuously a Government official, holding office longer than any other Government official in the province. During this time Mr. Logan has never lost a prisoner. Several attempted to escape but were recaptured by him. Since becoming crier, Mr. Logan never missed a term of the Supreme Court and has seen four judges pass away during his term of office.” (Guardian, Jan. 14, 1907)

Georgetown Men Leave for the West.

“John C. Macdonald, son of Alex. J. Macdonald, Wilfred MacDonald and Raymond MacDonald, sons of the late Joseph R. MacDonald, all of Georgetown, were given on Thursday last, a farewell supper rendered by 20 of their friends at the Acadia Hotel, Georgetown. Temple W. Macdonald presided. A brief toast list was responded to in eloquent speeches by J. W. McPhee, W. W. Jenkins, Seymour Knight, D. P. McKinnon, T. E. Morrisey and others. Wilfred C. MacDonald was presented with a gold ring, each of the others with a handsome scarf pin. A complimentary address was also read in which regret at their departure and best wishes for their success in the West were expressed. The recipients replied in suitable terms. The young men leave today for the West.” (Guardian, Apr. 22, 1907) [Many Islanders went West in these

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