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and a newsletter compiled by Judith Goulin of the Ajax Lacac.
"NEWS CLIPPINGS
FROM THE PICKERING NEWS
ABOUT THE WISE/HILTS FAMILIES
AND FRIENDS
"
"PREFACE
Around the turn of the 20th century, members of the Wise and Hilts families,
and a few friends, all residents of the village of Pickering, decided to go to Honolulu, w
ith a view to settling there permanently with their families.
This booklet is concerned mainly with the Wise and Hilts families. T
he clippings contained herein are from the Pickering News, and trace the progress of
their comings and goings between Pickering and Hawaii, mainly from 1885 to 1901.
Descendants of the Wise and Hilts families from Hawaii visited Pickering and Ajax in
October 1994, to research their genealogy.
This booklet was compiled by Judith Goulin Ajax LACAC
"
"April 17, 1885
Pickering Places of Business
Grocers
Isaac Wise
Leonard & Co.
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"Dec. 18, 1885
Isaac Wise has a very choice assortment of groceries all fresh and good.
"
About 8 o'clock the other evening as one of The New's reporters was sauntering down
King Street his attention was drawn to a large crowd assembled in front of the store
lately vacated by Mr. Alex. Findlay. His curiosity being aroused he went to see what the
excitement was. After elbowing his way through the crowd and into the shop he was
surprised there to perceive the shelves well stocked with groceries of all kinds, teas,
sugars spices, coffees, pickles, essences sauces, delfware and crockery, and in fact
everything found in a first class grocery store. The surprise of our scribe was not lessened
upon learning that our old friend Mr. Isaac Wise was the proprietor, he having moved
from his old stand on the corner and taken up his quarters in the above mentioned place.
Considerable difficulty was experienced in obtaining a conversation with Mr. Wise,
as he was constantly kept busy by his many customers. Such was however at last obtained.
Our re-porter could not help appreciating the courteous manner in which
Mr. Wise catered to the wants of his many patrons as they in turn were permitted to reach
the counter. His genial smile and straightforward manner has won for him the
confidence of the public. We are sure that with the large stock and extensive premises
his business will continuously increase. A new lamp has been erected infront of the
shop the woodwork of the shop front newly painted and all modern convinces completed.
We wish Mr. Wise every success in business, and many returns of the season.
"Jan 20, 1888
Groceries !
People would consult their best interests by buying at ISAAC WISE'S where new goods
arrive almost daily
Teas, sugars, spices, coffees, Crockery &c., Meals, consisting of Rolled Oats,
Standard Oat Meal. All these goods are No. 1 and are sold at the lowest cash prices.
Aug 10 1888
OH! OH!
Have you seen those Dinner, Tea and Toilet Sets
AT WISE'S
The most beautiful Setts I have ever seen in Pickering.
Sept 21, 1888
I. Wise is too busy to change his Advt. this week
Dec7, 1888
Wise - In Pickering on Wednesday Dec. 5th the wife if I. Wise, of a daughter.
"
"— On Tuesday evening, January 10t. the A.O.U.W. held an At Home.
Although the evening was very cold yet about thirty of the lodge members accompanied
by their wives and daughters and a few invited guests witnessed the solemn yet highly
interesting ceremony of installing the newly elected officers for the year 1899.
After the ceremony a social hour was spent in games and other amusements.
After a splendid lunch provided by Wm. Rogers had been properly disposed of which
all enjoyed amid the usual hilarity, Bro. Isaac Wise took the chair and called on
Bro. G. S. Cowan the M.W. elect, who gave a historical review of Pickering Lodge
and the order generally which was well received. Rev. McAulay also gave a short
speech on the watch words of the order—Charity, hope and protection.
The two first words in our order, he said, showed we were theologically right and the last
word, protection, showed we were also right politically which elicited loud applause
from well-known members Bro. E Willson was called on and gave us a humorous s
peech on sociability, illustrating his remarks by some municipal figures which got
mixed up in some, way with the figure 7 for which he was almost encored.
Bro. Dr. [?] and Dr. Young made very suit-able [?]
Jan. 13, 1899
— About thirty friends called at the residence of Isaac and Mrs. Wise Monday evening and
assisted that [wonderful] couple in celebrating their silver wedding. It will be an evening long
remembered, with pleasure by those who were present. The wedding feast and distribution of
[?] historic. Wedding cake formed no [?] part of the exercises of the evening.
Before leaving the assemblage expressed hearty wish for the continuation of a happy
married union at present enjoyed by the bride and groom.
We can add a similar wish on behalf of the many friends who were not present
Monday evening.
Jan 13, 1899
"
"FALL OPENING, 1894.
WEDNESDAY and THURSDAY
OCTOBER 3 and 4, and following days. YOUR INSPECTION RESPECTFULLY INVITED.
MRS. I. WISE.
A CAR LOAD OF..............FURNITURE
Just to hand. A choice lot of Bedroom Suites, Parlor Suites
Ex. Tables, and oh such a lot of chairs of all kinds. If you have any notion of asking Almira,
now i.e. your time, for you will never have a better chance to get furniture cheap.
CALL AND INSPECT OUR STOCK.
We still keep a stock of Undertaking Goods. If you are compelled to get anything in this line,
don't forget.
Hilts & Dillingham, Pickering
1894
We begin this week with our stock in excellent shape. Each day new novelties are
being added, making the most complete assortment of Millinery Goods and
Novelties ever seen in Pickering. We show a large assortment of Straw Plaques.
No doubt these are to be the leading feature of the season, outstripping the shaped hat in
the race for prominence. Flowers in endless to suits all tastes, Veilings, Etc.
We cordially invite all to inspect our stock.
MRS. I. WISE,
KING STREET, PICKERING
1894
"
"WE STILL HAVE IN STOCK SOME OF THOSE...
Fashionable..........
Hats and Bonnets,
With all the Material for Making More… So that all can be suited.
We have also a full stock of all that is required in a FIRST-CLASS
MILLINERY ESTABLISHMENT.
Mrs. I. Wise, Pickering.
1896
"
"— On Tuesday evening, January 10th. the A.O.U.W. held an At Home.
Although the evening was very cold yet about thirty of the lodge members
accompanied by their wives and daughters and a few invited guests witnessed the
solemn yet highly interesting ceremony of installing the newly elected officers for the year
1899. After the ceremony a social hour was spent in games and other amusements.
After a splendid lunch provided by Wm. Rogers had been properly disposed of which
all enjoyed amid the usual hilarity, Bro. Isaac Wise took the chair and called on
Bro. G. S. Cowan the M.W. elect, who gave a historical review of Pickering Lodge
and the order generally which was well received. Rev. McAulay also gave a short
speech on the watch words of the order—Charity, hope and protection.
The two first words in our order, he said, showed we were theologically right and the last
word, protection, showed we were also right politically which elicited loud applause from
well-known members Bro. E Willson was called on and gave us a humorous speech on
sociability, illustrating his remarks by some municipal figures which got mixed up
in some, way with the figure 7 for which he was almost encored. Bro. Dr. [?] and
Dr. Young made very suit-able speeches and last but not least Bro. W. [Sparks] told us a
very amusing story. A few remarks from the chair closed [?] At Home the A.O.U.F. eve.
Jan 13, 1899
— About thirty friends called at the residence of Isaac and Mrs. Wise Monday evening and
assisted that [wonderful] couple in celebrating their silver wedding. It will be an evening long
remembered, with pleasure by those who were present The wedding feast and distribution of
[?] historic. Wedding cake formed no [?] part of the exercises of the evening. Before leaving
the assemblage expressed hearty wish for the continuation of happy married union at
present enjoyed by the bride and groom. We can but add a similar wish on behalf of the many
friends who were not present Monday evening.
Jan 13, 1899
"
"The Pickering News
PICKERING, ONT., JAN. 27, 1899
LOCALISMS.
Master Willie Wise is housed up these days having fallen upon a piece of glass and
gashed his knee
The Pickering News
Pickering . ONT., MARCH 10, 1899.
LOCALISMS.
—J. A, Hilts contemplates a trip to Honolulu next month where he will ply his calling,
that of Knight of the brush. His family will remain here in the meantime
" b
"The Pickering News
PICKERING, ONT. Feb 10, 1899
LOCALISMS.
— Mrs. Robinson, of Newcastle is here with her Niece Mrs. J. A. Hilts
— J.A Hilts has been ill for the past few days, but is now improving.
"
"The Pickering News
PICKERING, ONT. Feb 10, 1899
LOCALISMS.
— Mrs. Robinson, of Newcastle is here with her Niece Mrs. J. A. Hilts
— J.A Hilts has been ill for the past few days, but is now improving.
"
"The Pickering News.
PICKERING, ONT., MAY 5, 1899.
LOCALISMS.
—Mrs. I. Wise and Mrs. A. J. Hilts visited city friends Friday.
The Pickering News
Pickering. ONT., MAY 26, 1899.
LOCALISMS.
—Isaac Wise was indisposed for a few days this week, but is about again.
—Isaac Wise was at Uxbridge last week on business in connection with the A.O.U.W. order. He is and has been D.D.G.M for considerable time.
May 26, 1899
Bowmanville
Mrs. Jas. M. Muir and son. Hawaii, Hawaiian Islands, are guests of Mrs. M. Muir, Church St.
May 26, 1899
No relation to Wises - point of interest
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"The Pickering News
Pickering ONT., JUNE, 9 1899.
LOCALISMS.
— Mrs. Foster and daughter are here with her sister, Mrs. J. A. Hilts.
—Owing to illness J. A. Hilts will leave Honolulu this week and is expected home in due
course. It is to be regretted that Mr. Hilts is in such a feeble condition.
— Having fully recovered J. A Hilts has decided not to return from Honolulu, but instead
resumed work. When last heard from he was employed decorating the throne room in the
Queen's palace. The other members of the party, Wesley Hilts, W.
Welbourne and A. D. Wise are all at work at good wages..
June 16, 1899
—J. A. Hilts is expected home on or about the 22nd of this month,
when he will be prepared to do all kinds of work in the decorating line for those who care to
engage his services.
July 14, 1899
—J. A. Hilts returned from Honolulu, H.I, on Tuesday, after some three months sojourn there.
While working on a scaffold some weeks ago he sustained serious injuries and is as yet
suffering from their effects. His large canvas trunk contained many curiosities on his return,
to which fact many of his friends can testify. The other members of the party who left here for
that far away country, namely, Messrs Wesley Hilts, W. Welbourne and A. D. Wise,
are doing well, which fact will be a source of gratification to their friends.
July 21, 1899
"
"—Wesley Hilts and Wm. Welbourne returned on Wednesday from Honolulu where they
went on an exploring expedition.
— Decorator J. A, Hilts is busily engaged at the college these days preparing the various
rooms for their occupation when the fall term opens, which will be shortly. The management
of the College deserves great praise for their vigilance in keeping that spacious seat of
learning in such perfect repair, both inside and out.
Aug 18, 1899
"
"Millinery
All Spring and Summer Goods selling at and below cost to make room for fall stock.
Call and see for yourselves.
MRS. I. WISE, Pickering, Ont.
Sept.27, 1899
The Pickering News
Pickering . ONT.,DEC, 8,1999.
—Miss Elsie Wise gave a birth-day party to a number of her young friends on Wednesday
evening. A very pleasant time was spent.
—The members of the A. 0. U. W. entertained their friends to an ""At Home"" on Tuesday
evening, and a very pleasant evening was enjoyed by all, if appearances are to be taken as
an indication. D.D. Grand-Master Isaac Wise occupied the chair in his inimitable style,
and presented a program that none should cast reflection upon. It was a pleasant evening to
those who attended.
Dec. 22, 1899
"
"The Pickering News.
Pickering , ONT., Dec 29, 1899
— J. A. and Mrs. Hilts, Isaac and Mrs. Wise, Fred and Mrs. Law, with their families,
were with Mrs. James Hilts, Frenchman's Bay on Monday, Christmas day.
The usual festivities were enjoyed.
The Pickering News
PICKERING, ONT., FEB. 9, 1900
— Master Howard Wise is indisposed this week, but not seriously so.
—His many friends hereabouts will be grieved to know that Alonzo Wise who
is in Honolulu, is indisposed of some fever. His condition is, however, causing no alarm
to those in attendance.
THE PICKERING NEWS
PICKERING. ONT., FEB. 16, 1900
LOCALISMS.
—Master Howard Wise has considerably recovered from his recent attack of tonsillitis and
is now able to be about again.
"
"THE PICKERING NEWS
PICKERING . ONT., FEB. 28, 1900
LOCALISMS.
—His many friends will be pleased to note the fact that W. H. Hilts is doing nicely in Honolulu.
He is now general-postmaster for the Island..
— W. V. Richardson is in Toronto this week attending the annual meeting of the Grand Lodge
of A.O.U.W. I. Wise D.D.G.M is also attending said annual.
The Pickering News
Pickering , Ont , March 30, 1900
LOCALISMS.
—W. Welbourne and wife, of Toronto, Isaac Wise, W. A. Ham and Bert Law all purpose
accompanying J.A. Hilts to Honolulu early in June. May they have success.
"
"The Pickering News
Pickering ONT., May 4, 1900
LOCALISMS.
—J. A Hilts is again confined to his room.
—Isaac Wise returned fro Toronto on Saturday evening. After having served sessional writer
during the late session.
Pickering ONT,, MAY 18, 1900
- Isaac and Mrs. Wise visited the city on Thursday.
-Isaac Wise and W. A. Ham expect to leave for Honolulu some day next week in time to
catch the June boat.
"
"The Pickering News
Pickering News, ONT., June 1, 1900
LOCALISMS.
- Mrs. Ham and Mrs. Wise were with city friends for a short visit this week.
-Isaac Wise and W. A Ham left for Honolulu on Friday, and expected to reach there in due
course. Mr. Wise has long been a resident of our village and a worthy
one and we all deeply regret his removal from us. His family still remains
here. ""Willie"" Ham was one of the boys and his removal is much regretted.
May they both have success.
—Isaac Wise who has had charge of the town bell rope at regular intervals
for the past few years sent his resignation a few days ago and in consequence Captain Ham
called a special meeting of the Fire Co'y on Tuesday evening when Geo. S. Cowan was
appointed to act in said capacity. The new man takes this post to-day, (Friday),
for the first time.
"
"— Having decided to leave for Honolulu shortly, J. A Hilts has disposed of his share of the
furniture and undertaking business to his partner, R. S. Dillingham. The sale was made
Tuesday. We wish the business under the new management every
success, while all join us in wishing Mr. Hilts prosperity.
April 27, 1900
FURNITURE-:-WAREROOMS!
---------- IS THE PLACE TO GET ----------
BEDROOM SETS from $17 up. BEAUTIFUL PLUSH PARLOR SUITES,
SOFAS, COUCHES, EASY CHAIRS, and in fact anything
usually kept in a first-class Furniture Store.
Our Undertaking Department is complete in all its branches. Having gone to considerable
expense in repairing our Hearse, it is second to none in the county.
HILTS & DILLINGHAM.
— As J. A. Hilts with his family are leaving shortly for Honolulu he has bills out announcing a
sale of his household effects on the 12th inst. A deal of valuable furniture is being
offered and as all has to be sold there ought to be a good chance for bargains. Thos.
Poucher is the auctioneer. Give him a call next Thursday.
July 9, 1900
"
"The Pickering News
Pickering ONT., AUG 8, 1900
— Wilbur Spink has taken possession of the Hilts residence on Church Street
north. He moved his household effects therein on Wednesday.
- W. A. Ham, who is now in Honolulu reports to his people here that things are progressing
on the Island and that he is well pleased with his position. He is working at the wagon-making
trade. ""Willie"" will succeed anywhere.
"
"Pickering ONT, Aug. 24, 1900
LOCALISMS
— J. A. Hilts and family have arrived safety in Honolulu after a very satisfactory
passage.
— Tuesday, September the 11th has been arranged for as the date of Isaac
Wise's sale list of articles will be composed of furniture and other household effects.
The sale will be a bona fide one as the family leave a few days later for Honolulu.
Aug. 24, 1901
—For the present the furniture sale is Isaac Wise has been declared off. It was to have
taken place on the 11th inst. as announced, but has been postponed indefinitely.
Sept 7, 1900
— Mrs. Isaac Wise disposed of her house hold effects last Saturday by auction,
prior to her departure for Honolulu. She leaves Pickering about the latter part of this
week and sails from Vancouver on the 31st. She sold her residence and store to
Mrs. H. Savage, who will shortly move into her new home..
c. Sept. 21, 1901
—Mrs. Wise and family left on Saturday for Sault St. Marie, where they arrived safely on
Sunday. Mrs. Wise has started business in the fancy goods line, in which there is a good
opening. She also intends going into the millinery business as well later on. Her many
Pickering friends wish her abundant success in her new field of labor.
June 21, 1901
— Mrs. Isaac Wise and family, leave Sault St. Marie on Monday for Honolulu.
July 19, 1901
"
"William Ham, Honolulu Passes
Word was received last week by his son, Gordon, of Peteboro, of the death of William Ham,
at Honolulu on Sunday night from a heart attack.
Mr. Ham, who received his early printing training with the Pickering News, has,
for many years been on the staff of a daily newspaper at Honolulu. He is survived by his wife,
the former Margaret Gordon, of Pickering, daughter of the late Robert Gordon,
one son and two daughters.
Gordon was in town over the week-end, calling on Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Law.
Oct. 20, 1944
P.1
"
"The visit of the Wise-Hilts descendants
Aloha to Hawaiian Visitors
At a time of year when most of us would like to be in Hawaii, members of a Hawaiian family
came to Pickering Village ""searching for their roots"". On the occasion of the historical
dedication of 59 Old Kingston Road, eight descendents of the Wise family who live in
Hawaii journeyed over 7,000 miles to attend the ceremony.
In the 1890's, Mary Wise and her son Issac operated The Village Store' in the building that
now houses the Village Pharmacy. In * l902 Issac Wise moved to Hawaii and became the
patriarch of what is now a large extended family.
Some time ago Mrs. Ella McComber sent a letter to Pickering inquiring about her family's
roots. The letter ended up with Judith Goulin of Ajax LACAC who began the process that
culminated in the Issac Wise descendants attending the unveiling of the historic plaque on
October 22.
* Should read: Isaac Wise and his family moved to Hawaii, and his son Alonzo De-Gear
became the patriarch of what is now a large, extended Hawaiian family.
"
"Editorial
HISTORIC OCCASION: The Village Store in Pickering Village was owned by Isaac and
Eunice Wise in the 1890s. Last Saturday, their descendents travelled from Hawaii to Ajax for
the unveiling of an historic plaque commemorating the site. Great-granddaughter Ela Meilani
Kauwale Mc Comber points to an old family photograph.
Bay News Oct. 26, 1994
"
"Standing I. to r.: Edith Wise Wilburn, Will Wilburn, Alonzo DeGear Wise, Howard Wise,
Isaac Wise.
Sitting I to r: Fannie ( Foster) Hilts, Lon Hilts, Sarah Hilts Wise, Maggie Ham
Ground I to r: William Wise, Lillian Hilts, William Ham.
Taken in Honolulu 1903
"
"Record of Marriage
Groom: Alonzo Wise, Bride: Rebecca [Alkes]"
"Judith:
While researching the Pickering News for the commercial and industrial history of Pickering
Village, I would occasionally come across mention of the Wise family in the Localism column.
You might be interested in the following, in light of your trip to Hawaii.
Nov. 15, 1907 ""Isaac Wise and son, Howard of Toronto, were here on Sunday attending the
funeral of the formers sister, Mrs. Alex Margach..."" (This was Isaac's sister.
This was the last mention of Isaac in the Pickering News I found.)
April 5, 1912 ""The many friends of Mrs. Isaac Wise will regret to hear of her death which
took place in California on Tuesday of last week of dropsy. The deceased for a number of
years conducted a millinery business in Pickering, and was highly esteemed by all who knew
her. At the time of her death she was visiting her daughter, who has been residing in that
state for some time."" (This was obviously her daughter Elsie, whose married name I suspect
was a Mrs. Dewitt or possibly a Mrs. Arthur Howlett). The Hilts were definitely in San Diego at
this time, so I would think that Elsie was, too. See below.)
Feb. 10, 1928 ""Died in San Diego, California on Feb. 22nd, Wm. H. Hilts, son of the late
James Hilts, of Frenchman's Bay.""
Sept. 11, 1936 ""Alonzo de Gear Wise, 59, died in Honolulu. Was born in Ontario, May 27,
1877. Survived by four sons, William, Walter, Edward, and John Wise Williams,
and three daughters, Mrs. George Makiao, Mrs. Joseph Kauwale, and Mrs. Elsie Dunster,
....will be buried in the Puea cemetary.....was a painting foreman.""
Dec. 11, 1936 ""....reunion for John Murkar, former principal of Pickering Public School....
Mr. Howard Wise of Toronto, became master-of-ceremonies.""
(This was the last mention of Howard I found, up to August 31, 1945.)
Some other information I found out:
1907: Howard and Isaac Wise were living at 312 Sackville St., Toronto
1908: Isaac Wise had a jewellery store at 612 Dundas St., Toronto
1909: Howard and Sarah Wise living at 312 Sackville St., Toronto !!!
1909: "" "" "" "" "" "" 274 Berkekey St.,
1921: Howard Wise was a pressman at Eaton's, and lived at 695 Pape Ave.,
Toronto
The question of whatever happened to Isaac Wise has always been a mystery to me!
I think the answer will be found in San Diego. Let me know if you find out anything more,
and give my regards to our Hawaiian friends.
Joe Vranic
July 16, 1997
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"Isaac Wise
1845-1928
Sarah Ann Wise
1860-1912"
"Dorothy I. Wise
1897-1978
William W. Wise SR.
1894-1977
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"Death Certificate of Sarah Ann Wise
March 12, 1912"
"Death Certificate of Issac Wise
July 1, 1928
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