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HomeMy WebLinkAbout706Three ring binder bound book, 29 x 34 cm.,192 pages, genealogy of the members of the Wise and Hilts families of Pickering Village who emmigrated to Hawaiia. "TO PICKERING, ONTARIO, CANADA IN SEARCH OF ROOTS WISE FAMILY AND HILTS FAMILY" "THIS PICTURE IS THE WISE FAMILY WITH FRIENDS TAKEN IN HONOLULU AT THE IOLANI PALACE GROUNDS IN 1903. ACCORDING TO GRAND UNCLE WILLIAM (BILL) WISE, GREAT GRANDPA ISAAC WISE CAME WITH SOME FRIENDS AND THE OLDER CHILDREN TO HONOLULU IN 1900. BACK ROW: M rs. Will Welbourne, Mr. Will Wilbourne, Grandpa Alonzo (Lonny) DE Gear Wise, Grand Uncle Howard Wise, Great Grandpa Isaac Wise. SITTING: Great Aunty Fannie (Foster) Hilts, Great Uncle James Alonzo Hilts, G reat Grandma Sarah (Hilts) Wise, Mrs. Maggie Ham. ON THE GROUND: Grand Uncle WIlliam (Bill) Wise, Lillian Hilts, William Ham (editor of Honolulu Advertiser, friends of Great Grandpa Isaac Wise." The Wise Ohara Ohara - Hawaiian word for Family Kapa- Hawaiian Quilt July 2002 This "Kapa" hand made with love by Elizabeth Wise Mokiao of Honolulu and Kona Hawaii and framed in Hawaiian Kea wood. Elizabeth is the daughter of Alonzo DeGear and Rebecca (Akeo) Wise, and the granddaughter oflsasc and Sarah Ann (Hills) Wise. The Kam has a solid center, which depicts the core of the Family "The roots of the Wise Family". - The comers of the Kana have seven flowers, each representing the seven children of Alonzo and Rebecca (Akeo) Wise. The center branches out into the "World" over the ocean as the comers reach back to the center. Back to it's roots. Mom "Lizzie" loved flowers and had a "green thumb", so the flowers of her Kapa represent many loved flowers and there is no one armed Blossom. This we believe may be Mom Elizabeth's creation of this Kapa. She designed this after our trip to Canada in October of 1994 from Hawaii. She always longed to see the land (place) where her Papa was born. Elizabeth hand sewed the applique but passed away before quilting the Kaye, so daughter Elsie (Mokiao) Kihano completed the quilting. We the descendants of Isaac and Sarah Ann (Hilts) Wise are eternally grateful for all the help you have given us in discovering can "roots". Mahalo Nui Loa to the Genealogical Department of the Pickering Library of Ajax County, Ontario Canada. "In 1973 our church choir made a trip to the midwest and Canada to say ""thank you"" to many people who gave up vacation time to come to Nanakuli, Hawaii to work on the building project of our church. While in Canada, my mother Elizabeth, asked me to bring her back to look for the place where grandpa Alonzo De Gear Wise was born. Again in 1986 while in San Diego for a funeral, we met Grand Uncle William Wise. He is younger then grandpa Alonzo. He also brought a picture of the family taken in Honolulu at the Iolani Palace grounds in 1903. He mentioned that the old house in Pickering, Ontario, Canada was still standing. Every year since then, I told my mom that we would go, however, the trip never materialized until October 17, 1994. I called Elsie to find out what information was available in Hawaii as contact for Canada. The Canadian Club in Honolulu provided address for the Pickering Library. I sent a letter to the Pickering Public Library to enquire about information concerning the Wise family. The letter was forwarded to Judith Goulin who was also a member of the Historical Committee for the community. Praise the Lord, this was the contact needed. God was in charge of this trip all the way. The following persons were able to make the trip: Elizabeth Wise Mokiao, Iwalani Sarah Ann Wise Kamoku, Mary Kenoi, Elsie Kihano, Margaret Kauwale, Donald McComber, Don McComber Jr. and Meilani McComber. Milton and Leimomi Wise were thinking about making the trip however, they were not able. Some of the Ohana left Big Island on October 17, 1994 meeting the rest of the family in Honolulu and were on our way to Pickering, Ontario, Canada on United Air at 10:00 p.m. Hawaii time. Our route went to San Francisco then to Tacoma, Washington to spend 2 days with our grandson Monte McComber who is attending the University of Puget Sound. It was cold and you can tell by the pictures. We all had a very pleasant visit with Monte and saw some sights including a trip on the Ferry and dinner at the Fisherman's wharf. We left Tacoma on October 20 and landed in peak traffic at the Toronto, Canada airport. A real treat for us was to have our son Donny fly from Sarasota, Florida to meet us in Toronto. After several hours securing a van and loading luggage we braved the Canadian nightmare (8 lane traffic), placed our lives in God's hand and headed to Pickering. About 2 hours later and several wrong turns, we safely arrived at the Journey's End Motel. Dropping off the ukana we headed for the restaurant and after dinner returned to the motel for a good nites rest. Our contact, Judith Goulin had a bag of fruits, balloons, the weeks itinerary and more articles on our family waiting for us at the hotel. After reading some of the news articles about the Wise/Hilts families we had a praise service. We were really on the right track. PRAISE THE LORD. " "This week in Pickering was spent on doing more research, attending the plaque dedication that established Great Grandpa Isaac Wise's store/house as a historical building in Pickering. We met many wonderful, fantastic and very helpful people. Summarizing the journey, I would like to thank all our family for the wonderful cooperation and tender loving care extended to each other while on the trip. It was a successful journey because you made it successful. We look forward to a WISE REUNION and Lord willing another trip to Canada soon to complete our roots. Aloha and plenty of love, Meilani" "P.O. Box 98 Naalehu, Hawaii 96772 August 2, 1994 Pickering City Hall, Pickering, Ontario Canada Dear Sir, My name is Ella Meilani McComber and I am writing to get some information on my family geneology. My greatgrand parents were Isaac Wise who married Sarah Hiltz and lived somewhere in Pickering. I have never been to Pickering and members of the family who knew where the homestead was have since all deceased. It would be great if you would be able to provide some information concerning places where I may be able to gather information such as Birth/Marriage/Death documents and probably real property information up until 1905. My grandparents moved to Hawaii around 1905. My grandfather was Alonzo De Gear Wise and he was born in Canada. He married my grandmother here in Hawaii and never returned to Canada. My mom is 80 years old and has been asking to go visit the place where her dad was born, and hopefully some time in October and I would like to take her to Pickering, Toronto, Canada. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated. Aloha, Ella M. McComber 946 1227 Canadian Club of Hawaii 955-7817 Canadian Holidays Canadian Consulate- 524-5050 " "Pickering Public Library Dear Mrs. McComber: Thank you for your recent letter to the Local History Room. I think we may have very good news for you. Provided we are both referring to the same Wise family, we do have information. However, one fact which you gave me does nor seem to concur with mine — Isaac's wife's name. We found a reference to her name as Eunice, but maybe this is wrong. (Most of the time she is only referred to as Mrs. Isaac Wise.) Although our research is by no means complete at this time, the following is available : Cemetery information on Robert and Mary, Isaac's parents; Robert Wise's will, which mentions a daughter named Jane Margach, and her children Hattie, James Bain, Nelson and Fred. We also found a reference to Robert and Mary's child George who died young. There is a birth notice in the newspaper for a daughter born Dec. 5 , 1888, to Mrs. Isaac Wise. There are various other references to the Wises in the paper because Isaac had a store and was active in the community, and his wife had a millinery business. There is also a title search document for a piece of property owned by Robert and Mary, and subsequently by Isaac. This piece of real estate, originally a dwelling and store, which is referred to in the enclosed walking tour brochure, still stands in the village of Pickering It is currently a drug store owned by pharmacists Lillian and Larry Hail. Besides working in the Local History Room of the Pickering Public Library, I am a member of Ajax LACAC, which is an advisory board concerned with the future of historic buildings in the community. (Despite its name, Pickering Village actually is a part of the municipality of Ajax.) How wonderful your timing is! LACAC has an historic plaque ready to be dedicated and erected on this building. As we have not yet set a date for this, and assuming you are related to "" Our Wises,"" as I'm sure you must be, it would give LACAC great pleasure to dedicate this plaque in October when you are present. Our members would also be delighted to give you a guided tour of the village at that time. I will look forward to a reply from you very soon, confirming family history information and with arrival dates for your visit. Yours truly, Judith Goulin Bay Ridges - 839-3083 Claremont - 649-3341 Greenwood - 683-8844 Rouge Milt - 286-2579 Whitevale - 294-0967 Central Library - One, The Esplanade. Pickering Ontario LIV 6K7 (416) 831 6265 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 368, Pickering, Ontario L1V 2R6 " "September 5, 1994 P.O. BOX 98 Naalehu, Hawaii 96772 Dear Judith Goulin, Thank you very much for all you research and h elp. It was really a surprise and answer to prayer that we received you letter. My mom cried and so did I. While we're not completed sure about the relationship, we feel there is a reason that all this is finally materializing. I've tried for years to get some information on the Wise family in Canada, and haven't been very successful until now. So you can imagine the excitement as I shared this information with my sister. Enclosed are two documents. ONE - A portrait of Isaac Wise, and his family with some friends taken in Honolulu, Hawaii in 1903. Standing left to right - Edith Wise (?) Wilburn, Will Wilburn, Alonzo DeGear Wise, Howard Wise, Isaac Wise. Sitting left to right - Fannie (Foster) Hilts, Lon Hilts, Sarah Hilts Wise, Maggie Ham. On the ground left to right - William Wise, Lillian Hilts, William Ham. This photo was given to my mom in the 1980s by William Wise, the boy sitting on the ground. As you can see he was much younger than the other Wise Children. Alonzo is my Grandfather, Howard is his brother and Edith is my grandfather's sister. That's what we were told. It could be that Isaac Wise (my great grandfather was married twice looking at the age of William Wise. Lon Hilts and Sarah Hilts we were told were brother and sister. What we don't know is whether the families came direct from Canada or through the U.S.A. We were also told that Lon Hilts started the Hiltz laboratories which eventually became Kodax in Honolulu. We have not followed that up, but we will. Also Fannie Foster Hilts was the benefactress of the Foster Gardens in Honolulu. We need to follow that up also. William Ham we were told worked for the Advertiser in Honolulu, that also needs to be confirmed. Maybe if were were to do some research on these people we would find out more about Isaac Wise. My grandfather's marriage certificated indicated that he was 34 years old in 1914 at the time of his marriage, which would make his birth arround 1880. He also had lived in Hawaii 16 years at the time of marriage which would mean that he left Canada about 1898 or thereabouts. William Wise also told my mom that the house was on Kingston Road in Pickering.. Reply sent from Ajax Lacac 94-09-20 Package w/ tourist info. etc. sent from LHR 94-09-20 " "We plan to arrive in Toronto the week of October 17. There will probably be about 8 people in our group. We would love to attend the dedication event you mentioned, however because we don't have confirmed information that Isaac Wise mentioned in the articles you sent is our Great Grandfather it probably be best not to mention the family being there unless you feel that we are relatives of the sort. I will leave that for you to determine. Please let us know what day and time of the ceremonies. Since we're not familiar with Pickering and don't know what facilities/cost are available, we will probably stay in Toronto and drive to Pickering. As we get closer to the time, if it would be alright with you, I would like to have your home phone number. I have the number for the Library on the letter you sent Would there be another place that we can do research by letter for births/marriages that were recorded? We would really like to confirm some of the information we have received. I want to get this letter off today, so for now I will close with Aloha, from Hawaii and trust that we will meet in October. If that date is not good please let me know. We have not confirmed reservations at this time. Thank you and God bless you. Ella Meilani McComber. " "September 6, 1994 75-217 Nani Kailua Drive #157 Kailua-Kona, Hawaii 96740 Eastman Kodak Company Regional Business Office 1122 Mapunapuna Honolulu, Hawaii 96819 Dear Sir, My name is Ella Meilani McComber and I would appreciate it very much if you would provide information regarding a very special request. We are doing genealogy and were told that a Mr. Lon Hilts either started or worked for the Hilts Laboratories in Honolulu back in the early nineteen hundreds. His wife was Fannie Foster Hilts. Hilts Laboratories was later changed to Kodak Company. If you have records of such person or know where we could get information. It would be very helpful. Mr. Lon Hilts was brother to my great grandmother Sarah Hilts Wise. We are doing genealogy on the Wise family who originally came from Pickering, Ontario, Canada. Thank you very much. Ella Meilani McComber " "Sept. 9.1994 Memo To: Ms. Ella Meilani McComber From: Everett Fritz Subject: Mr. Lon Hilts Ms. McComber, I received your letter today which asked if I could provide any information about Mr. Lon Hilts. Unfortunately, we do not have any personnel records that date back to the early nineteen hundreds. The only thing I could suggest is to try the Human Resource Department at our headquarters in Rochester, N.Y. (343 State St., ZIP 14650). Sorry I could not have been more help and good luck. Everett Fritz Manager, Marketing Support Eastman Kodak Co., Hawaii P.O. Box 17007 Honolulu H196817-0007 " "Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee of Ajax, (416) 683-4550 September 20, 1994 Mrs. E.M. McComber P.O. Box 98 Naalehu, Hawaii 96772 U.S.A. Dear Mrs. McComber: It was such a pleasure to receive your letter. The members of Ajax L.A.C.A.C. were delighted that you and your family are coming to Canada. Thank you for sending the family portrait and other historical information. This is so important to us because it contributes to the body of knowledge we have about your family, and their relationship in the community of Pickering Village. We would be pleased to have you and your family unveil the historic plaque on the Wise family building in October. It is important that we set a date for this ceremony very soon. In view of this, could you please let us know the specifics of your visit as soon as possible and who will be in your party. I am including my home phone number and the office number of the secretary of L.A.C.A.C. It would be better to use these phone numbers rather than calling me at the Pickering Library since I am not there every day. Judith Goulin (905) 428-0983 David Forget (905) 683-4550, ext. 211 We are eagerly anticipating meeting you and your family in October. Yours truly, Judith Goulin Ajax L.A.C.A.C. 65 Harwood Avenue South Ajax, Ontario, Canada L1S2H9 " "September 21, 1994 Eastman Kodak Company Human Resource Department 343 State Street Rochester, New York 14650 Dear Sir, I am writing to inquire about a Mr. Lon Hilts who was married to a Sarah Wise Hilts and who lived in Honolulu, Hawaii. I am doing genealogy for my mom who is 80 years old. Her father, Alonzo DeGear Wise, and grandfather, Isaac Wise, came to Honolulu sometime in the late 1800 or early 1900. Mr. Lon Hilts, we were told, either started the Hilts Laboratories or work for the company in Honolulu. Sarah Hilts we understand was sister to Isaac Wise. My mom would like to visit the family homestead in Pickering, Ontario, Canada and I plan to take her in October. If you could provide any information about Lon Hilts and his wife Sarah I would appreciate it very much. Thank you kindly, Ella Meilani McComber 75-217 Nani Kailua Drive #157 Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 " "September 9, 1994 75-217 Nani Kailua Drive #157 Kailua-Kona, Hawaii 96740 Matson Navigation Company P. O. Box 7452 San Francisco, California 94120 ATTN: JEFF HULL Dear Mr. Hull, My name is Meilani Kauwale McComber. I was originally living in Honolulu and moved to the Big Island about a year ago. My mother is Elizabeth Wise Mokiao. She was born in Honolulu and is 80 years old now. She has been wanting to visit her father's place of birth according to family was Pickering, Canada. After coming to Honolulu around 1898, my grandfather Alonzo DeGear Wise married by Grandmother from Maui and never went back to Canada. He came with his father who was Isaac Wise. We don't know very much about my great grandfather Isaac Wise except that he worked for the Oceanic Steamship company and was injured on the job. The injury was to his leg my mother vaguely remembers. We would appreciate it very much if you would check your records for an Isaac Wise. We don't have a birth date for him or names of other family members that he may have listed in employment records. We don't have information about his parents back in Pickering, Canada or where he lived. Any information that you may have from employment records would certainly be appreciated. I plan to take my mom to Pickering, Canada in October. Hopefully, some information from you will help us tremendously. We don't know if any family members still live there. We heard that Isaac Wise died in San Diego, California but nothing specific. My mother thought he was collecting some kind of injury compensation from the Steamship company, so maybe there would be records available if checks were sent to him. We will truly appreciate any information you can provide. Sincerely, Meilani McComber 75-217 Nani Kailua Dr #157 Kailua-Kona, Hawaii 96740 " "31 Varley Dr. Ajax, Ont. L1S4T6 Nov. 10, 1944 Dear Meilani, Though the exquisite flowers have faded, the memories of your visit here have not. This note is from me, just me, unqualified- not the LACAC member or the Reference Services Assistant. I enjoyed both the research and planning I did before you came, because that's what I like to do, but it was nothing compared to the joy experienced in meeting and becoming acquainted with all of you. Hawaiians are warm, wonderful people. Thank you so much for sharing your Hawaiian culture with us. My family room will never be the same again after the hula! Your gifts from your homeland were very generous and kind, not to mention enjoyable! The weekend was, for me and my family a unique experience. Thank you for your family's addresses. Now I can write to everyone! Angelika went to the Land Registry Office and copied the documents you would have seen there. In addition, I've included a few other things which, I trust will be of interest to you. I know that the obituary of Captain James Hilts (Sarah's father?)" "will be of interest to you, plus a few extra items. Please feel free to ask me to do further research from here. My friends say I only work part-time so that I have more time to pursue my hobbies such as historical research. Bob Martindale says I'm the only person he knows who gets paid for doing something she enjoys so much! On my days off, I often work on my family genealogy, or historic research which interests me. So please ask me to do what I obviously enjoy! You must have thought it very strange that I sent you a ""tourist package"", but at that time I didn't realize that you were coming solely to make family connections. There was so much to talk about when you were here, that I forgot to mention this. I do hope that some day you will return to Canada. By next year, we may be ""empty nesters"" because Matt will go away to university and John will be looking for a place of his own. Although our house is very big, we will have these empty bedrooms. Please be our guests!!! I have been reading about Hawaiian " "history and culture, and would love to some day visit your homeland. Thank you for extending an invitation to me. I recently watched a travel video of Hawaii, which I found to be a feast for the eyes. To see Hawaii for real must be a spectacular experience. You must have found Ontario in October to be a dull, barren, flat sight indeed. If, or should I say when, you come back, Dennis and I will show you the sights of our province. We both love flowers. I'm the gardener around here, but roses are Dennis' domain, so he tends those. The photos enclosed are to show you that in summer, we really do have flowers, and water gardens too! (Ontario has lots of beauty in summer) The very interesting books I'm reading (which belong to my sister who loves Hawaii) are: Nana I Ke Kumu, and Hawaii the Legend That Sells. If there are any titles you can suggest to me, I'd appreciate learning about them. (Library inter-loan service is so good, that books can be brought in from all over Canada and U.S.) Dennis, John and Matt send their warmest regards to you and Donald. Meeting all of your family was such " "a great experience. I feel it necessary to repeat myself, in closing. All of you will remain very near to my heart, and I remember you often in my prayers. God bless you. With love. Sincerely, Judith" "PICKERING PUBLIC LIBRARY One, The Esplanade, Pickering, Ontario L1V6K7 Telephone (905) 831-6265 Fax (905) 831-8795 11 November, 1994 Mrs. Elizabeth Wise Mokiao 75-217 Nani Kailua Dr, no. 157 Kailua-Kona, Hawaii 96740 United States of America Dear Mrs. Mokiao, On behalf of the Pickering Public Library Board please accept my thanks for your very generous gift. We were intrigued when we found that you were coming from so far away to use the Library, and interested to know that former Pickering families had travelled to so distant and (to us) exotic a location as Hawaii. In fact, we were a little concerned that there was enough information here to make your trip worthwhile. For that reason I was pleased that Judith Goulin was able to provide the research and arrangements which she did, both as one of our Library Reference Assistants and on her own time as well. We did not expect a donation at all, let alone one so generous, and the Board was unanimously surprised and delighted by it. We shall put the money to use in the Local History Room. Staff, including Judith, have a number of projects in mind and when we have made a decision we will let you know. Until then, thank you once again for your very generous gift. Gratefully, A. Cameron Chief Executive Officer Mailing Address for Central Library and Branches: P.O. Box 368, Pickering, ON Canada L1V 2R6 " "Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee ofAjax, (416) 683-4550 18 Lawrie Road Ajax, Ontario L1S 2Z9 Canada December 12, 1994 Dear Meilani, We have just had our first major snow-fall of the year, and everything is covered with 4 inches of fresh snow. As winter sets in, we are reminded of the wonderful visit to Pickering by you and your family, to your other home, here in Canada. It is impossible to pass the Wise's store without remembering the wonderful time we all had in meeting new friends and exchanging our different cultures. Pickering Village will never be the same! On behalf of AJAX LACAC, I wish you a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year, and trust 1995 finds you all in good health and prosperity. Until we meet again, Joe Vranic " "31 Varley Dr. Ajax, Ont., L1S 4T6 Aug.11 /95 Dear Meilani, It was good, as always to hear from you. Thank you for the very lovely bougainvillea magnet from Kona. The b. is Dennis' very favourite flower. I have the magnet above my desk at work, so I think of you often. I'm writing this note quickly in order to send you copies of this letter from Isaac Wise, which we recently found among the still uncatalogued items in the Local History Room. Have a wonderful family reunion. I send my love to you, Elizabeth and Donald. Best regards, Judith" "PICKERING PUBLIC LIBRARY One, The Esplanade, Pickering, Ontario L1V6K7 Telephone (905) 831-6265 Fax (905) 831-8795 February 2, 1995. Dear Elizabeth and Meilani, Arrangements have been completed for the reprinting of The Pickering Story. Your very generous donation, Elizabeth, has made this possible. We look forward to being able to offer this to the many people interested in reading about the history of Pickering, and owning their own copy of the book. At your earliest convenience could you please let us know whether the enclosed piece of information which is to be added to the front of the second edition meets with your approval? Please feel free to make any necessary changes, and don't hesitate to mark up the enclosed copy. We look forward to hearing from you very soon, so that we can go to press. I suggest that you write to me at home, because I will receive the letter sooner. Also for reasons of expediency, you'll see I've sent copies of this letter to both of your addresses. Years very sincerely, Judith 31 Varley Dr., Ajax, Ont, L1S 4T6 Mailing Address for Central Library and Branches: P.O. Box 368, Pickering, ON Canada LI V 2R6 " "THE PICKERING STORY by Dr. William McKay This edition has been reprinted by the Pickering Public Library, with the kind permission of Dr. McKay. Funding for the reprinting has been made possible by the generous donation of Elizabeth Wise Mokiao, of Hawaii, granddaughter of Isaac Wise, daughter of Alonzo de Gear Wise of Pickering. c 1967 reprinted 1995" "RECU/RECEIVED 09-09-1997 September 4, 1997 Mrs. Rosemarie Drapkin Deputy Registrar General Anestry of Consumer and Commercenco Relation McDonald Block Park Torranto, Ontario, Canada M7a 1Y5 Dear Ms. Drapkin, My name is Ella Meilani McComber. I live in the State of Hawaii on the island of Hawaii sometimes called the Big Island. I have been doing genealogy and part of the family comes from Pickering, Ontario, Canada. We were there in 1994 and along with some very dear friends we meet there and especially from the Pickering Library, we were able to gather some information, however, concerning our Great Grandfather Isaac Wise we have not been able to locate his death certificate. Attached is the most current information regarding our family from Canada. As you can see 1921 is the last information concerning our grand uncle Howard Wise that is available to us. Could you please let us know how we can proceed to gather information from your resources and if there is any cost could you let me know what it is. Any information that will help us would be much appreciated. Thank you kindly, Aloha, Ella M. McComber " "Judith: While researching the Pickering News for the commercial and industrial history of Pickering Village,l 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 " "September 4, 1997 Vital Statistics Section Department of Health Services P.O. Box 730241 Sacramento, CA 94244-0241 Dear Sir, My name is Ella Meilani McComber and I am doing genealogy for my family whose surname is WISE. I received information that my Great Grandmother, Sarah Wise, died in California sometime around March 15-April 15, 1912 and probably in San Diego. Could you please send me a copy of her death certificate. Enclosed is a $8.00 money order. If more information or money is needed please let me know. Thank you kindly, Ella Meilani McComber ELLA M. McCOMBER P.O. BOX 98 NAALEHU, HI 96772 3723 59-7065/3213 5964 Sep 4 1997 to the Order of State Registry, Vital Statistics $8.00 Eight and 0/100 Dollars Bank of America WAIANAE BRANCH 5964 86-120 Farrington Hwy. Waianae, HI 96792 80 546-9700 1-800 837 4357 Ella M. McComber " "September 4, 1997, Dear Milton and Leilani, One of our friends came from Canada and brought along this update of the Wise family. According to the dates, it would seem that Great Grandpa Wise was living in California at the time of his death. Could you folks please check with your nearest State Library and look at the 1910 census to see if any information is available for the Wise family. You have the previous package we put together so add this to your collection. Also check news papers for Grand Uncle William Wise obituary. He died after Leilani Mokiao but I'm not sure what year. I think you remember the district he was living in. We're trying to find our what ever happened to Great Grandpa Isaac Wise. I've sent to California for Great Grandma Wise's death certificate. According to this record she died sometime between March 15 and April 15 1912 in California and probably in San Diego. We see that Grand Uncle Howard Wise was still in Toronto up to Dec 11, 1936. What happened after that we don't know but maybe sometime next year we'll take a trip to Canada to find out. We're doing fine. I miss mom a whole lot, but slowly being able to take care of some things. Come and visit when you're in Hawaii. Call me at work (808) 329-9066, that's the best place to get me and if I'm not there Darlene will always know how to reach me. Love, Meilani " "FRI. OCT 21 10 a.m. Joe Vranic of LACAC to accompany you to the Latter Day Saints Genealogical Library in Oshawa, to research Birth, Marriage, Death records for Ontario. Bruce Clark will assist you at the library. 2 p.m. Pickering Public Library Local History Room –Judith Goulin 6 or 7 p.m. Steve Wood of the Whitby-Oshawa Genealogical Society will meet you at the Whitby Library to assist you with researching Ontario Census Records. SAT. OCT. 22 11.a.m. Plaque unveiling in Pickering Village at the Village Pharmacy. 12 p.m. Lunch guests of LACAC at a tea-room in the village. 2 p.m. Bob Martindale of LACAC to take you on a guided tour of Pickering Village. SUN.OCT. 23 7.p.m. Coffee and dessert reception at Judith Goulin’s house. MON. OCT. 24 10 a.m. Land Registry Office in Whitby. Angelika Watson of LACAC will accompany you to research wills and land ownership documents. " "You are invited to enjoy the streets of the village by following this walking tour. The older buildings serve as a backdrop that reflect the life and times of what was originally named Duffin's Creek. The Ajax Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee is endeavouring to preserve architecturally significant properties that give the village a reminder of the past. While most of the architecture is typical of a rural Ontario town, Pickering Village owes much of its history to the arrival of Quaker settlers from New England led by Timothy Rogers in 1810. 1 The Ontario Governments plaque commemorates the founding of. Pickering Village. The Village of Pickering became incorporated in 1953 and twenty-one years later amalgamated with the World War II industrial community of Ajax. 2 49 Old Kingston Road c. 1890 This charming storey and a half cottage, originally of white stucco, was once the home of the carriage makers in Pickering Village. Its medium pitched roof, broken by a central gable and the Gothic window, were typical of the late 19th century. The discovery of a small trap door and sealed room behind a stone wall led to local hearsay that rum runners once lived here. The most prominent owner of this house was Rachel Irish, a locally famous midwife. 3 59 Old Kingston Road c. 1890 A widow, Mary Wise, and her son, Issac, lived in this simple frame store and cottage before the turn of the century. The front door and windows of the west end, now disguised with trim, suggest the former use of this storey and a half as a dwelling. The earliest merchants to keep shop were Mr. Wise and Mr. Alexander Findley. In later years the store side was used as the Pickering Village Public Library. 4 72 Old Kingston Road c. 1871 This large, impressive two storey brick home was built for Dr. Byron Field by his father. Always known as ""The Doctor's House"", it was residence and office to an unbroken line of doctors in Pickering Village, beginning with Dr. Field in 1871 and ending with Dr. Tomlinson in 1969. This house has a steep front gable with rectangular windows featuring curved woodwork above and brick detail set in the arch. The brick quoins which accent the corners of the building are typical of the period. The house has been altered by the addition of the stone porch, east wing and overpainting of the brick, which was originally red. 5 22 Linton Avenue c. 1843 In 1832, William Hartrick purchased 200 acres of land in Pickering Village for £250. William and his wife, Phoebe, built this stone house and here raised their five children. The house is a one-and-a-half storey Neoclassical Ontario cottage with a balanced facade under a hip roof typical of the 1840's, constructed of dressed fieldstone with the more select stones used for the front elevation. The Windows have brick lintels and wooden sills. Original glass remains in some windows. The raised basement housed facilities for cooking and the original open fireplace and bakeoven still exist. Designated 6 23 Elizabeth Street c. 1875 This is an excellent example of a mix of Classical Revival and Gothic Revival styles which features original tongue and groove siding, suicide door, decorative trim along the front gable, and triangular window heads. The semi-circular window has been beautifully preserved. The house is reputed to be the first in the village to be equipped with indoor plumbing and central heating -amenities installed during World War I to entice a retired miller from Toronto to manage Spink Mills, then located on Duffin's Creek just west of the property. Designated " "HISTORIC PICKERING VILLAGE 59 Old Kingston Road C. 1890 Pickering Village Pharmacy Tel: 905-683-9271 Fax: 905-683-5425 59 Old Kingston Rd. Ajax, Ontario L1T 3A5 ANTIQUE Discoveries Drop in and see a good selection of antique: Dressers- Tables Washstands Cupboards Collectibles Custom Refinishing Summer Hours Thurs.-Fri. 11:00-6:00 Sat. 10:00-3:00 or by appointment 683-8243 103 Old Kingston Rd. PICKERING VILLAGE NEXT TO THE COURTYARD PICKERING VILLAGE SPORTS EQUIPMENT, TEAM UNIFORMS, TROPHIES, SKATE SHARPENING 32 CHURCH ST. S. (905) 683-0400 Ajax-Pickering Glass CUSTOM BEVELING TABLETOPS WINDOW REPAIR & REPLACEMENT CUSTOM CUT GLASS & MIRROR HOUSE WINDOWS 603 Kingston Rd. W. 686-4093 CARDINAL NANNIES & COMPANIONS INC. SINCE 1985 Full & Part Time Live-in &Live-out Long & Short Term NANNIES FOR CHILDREN & COMPANIONS FOR THE ELDERLY 619-3351 144 Old Kingston Rd., Suite 10A Ajax, Ont. L1T 2Z0 “Cardinal People Care” A&A Master Locksmith Fast Service 427-0066 519 Kingston Rd. W. Dr. George H. Dagg Dental Surgeon 73 Old Kingston Rd. 683-3700 The Haircutting Spot ""Styling & Haircutting For The Whole Family"" 686-1166 26 Church Street South J. D. FLEMING & Co. MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS ACCOUNTANTS Tax Consultant Personal and Business Div. BJames Consultants Inc. 109 Old Kingston Road, Unit 9 Ajax. Ontario LIT 3A6 (905) 428-2050 Fax (905) 428-2208 The Village Secretary Word Processing Photocopying Desktop Publishing Fax Service 11 Christena Cres. PICKERING VILLAGE 427-6930 Peoples Choice Realty Inc. David & Heather Joseph Broker/Owner Ajax. Ontario L1S 0M1 SELL YOUR HOME AND PAY AS LOW AS ONLY A $498.00* FEE (905) 427-1345 (* CERTAIN CONDITIONS APPLY) ANGUS TELEMANAGEMENT GROUP Publishers of TELEMANAGEMENT, Canada's leading journal of business telecommunications 8 Old Kingston Road, Ajax, Ontario L1T 227 Tel: 905-686-5050 Fax: 905-686-2655 MADGETT, ROBERTS, MARLOWE, HURREN & PARTNERS Chartered Accountants Warren C. Hurren 144 Old Kingston Rd. W. 683-8830 Barry Clark Music Studio professional performance and education Private lessons for piano, organ & theory. Preparation for conservatory exams. Jazz & Pop. Beginners to advanced 144 Old Kingston Rd. 619-2990 Discover the 2% solution for selling your home. Thinking of moving? Our exceptional real estate service gives you a ""good deal"" for a good deal less. Call Joanne or Fraser Beach at (905) 686-2141. Select/Plan Real Estale Inc. Realtor* 67 Old Kingston Road, Pickering Village LIT 3A5 PICKERING VILLAGE WHERE OLD, NEW AND BORROWED TRADITIONS PREVAIL " "------------------------------------------------------------------- A TOUCH OF GLASS Material, Lessons, Custom work Kevin Nosworthy Stained glass artisan 601 Kingston Rd. W. Ajax (905) 683-1209 10% OFF LESSONS expires Sept.30/94 The Drapery Outlet Manufacturers of Fine Custom Drapes, Shades & Verticals 428-0717 109 Old Kingston Rd. NAIL ""PLUS"" STUDIO Artificial Nails - Waxing Manicure - Pedicure - Facials Lisa Hannah 92 Old Kingston Road (905) 619-2209 ONE-THIRTY COURT FINE AFFORDABLE FOODS 66 OLD KINGSTON RD. PICKERING VILLAGE, AJAX 427-2130 Duffins Restaurant Family Dining at Affordable Prices BREAKFAST SERVED DAILY FROM 6:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. 611 Kingston Rd. West 427-7156 Lawson & Clark BARRISTER AND SOLICITOR 20 CHURCH ST 683-2741 AJAX, ONTARIO LIT 2 HOFFER’S ENERGY SAVING & SECURITY ROLLSHUTTERS & WINDOWS ROLLSHUTTERS RETRACTABLE AWNINGS TILT & TURN WND0WS GARAGE DOORS SOLARIUMS SALES & SERVICE SINCE 1972 FOR AN APPOINTMENT CALL ALFRED TAFERTSHOFER 615 KINGSTON RD. W. AJAX L1S 6M1 905-427-0229 TOWNE FIREPLACE & PATIO CENTRE SINCE 1977 • ¦•. • , ¦••.., • •• ¦. • . .... • FOR FREE ESTIMATES CALL: 686-3666 AJAX 2 OLD KINGSTON RD. W.E.T.T. CERTIFIED INSTALLERS PROFESSIONAL INSTALLATIONS DISCOVER MONTESSORI'S SECRETS IN CREATING EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN Attend our ""introduction to Montessori” event Tues., Aug. 23/94, 7:00 p.m. 403 Kingston Rd. (at Rotherglen) Programe for children ages 18 months to 12 years. Blaisdale Montessori school 686-5005 Celebrating 25 years of Educational Excellence! Phil Bob BRADLEY BROS. INSURANCE LTD. 683-4155 34 Old Kingston Rd. TOMORROW'S TREASURES Visit our cosy TEA ROOM in a century home setting Featuring • FINE GIFTS •GOURMET FOODS • BELGIAN CHOCOLATES Introducing DOLLHOUSE KITS and MINIATURES 683-821513 Church St South Godiva Antique & Gifts Inc. Restoration & Refinishing Clock Repair all on premises 22 Linton St. 683-101 DR. JACQUELINE LINDO dentist (905) 427-3249 419 Kingston Rd. W. DENTURE CLINIC William Steil DD, F.C.A.D. (A) 683-4294 84 OLD KINGSTON RD. W. Like a good neighbor State Farm is there. Jane Cameron Agent 28 Church St. S. 619-0611 Pickering Village Flea Market Call Now to Reserve your spot! 686-7795 Come and search for your ""treasure” on Old Kingston Road Antiques Jewellery Cosmetics T-Shirts Stained Glass Crafts and lots and lots of other great stuff! VENDORS WELCOME $10 PER SPOT " "Judith Goulin Local History Room Robert Wise d. Aug. 8, 1868 m. Mary Ives Wise d. March 24, 1896: Jane m. Alex Margach , George (died young, Isaac m. Eunice L. d. ? buried in Pickeri no date. Jane m. Alex Margach: Hattie, James Bain, Nelson d. 1947?, Fred. Isaac m. Eunice L. d. ? buried in Pickeri no date: ?, ?, daughter b. Dec. 5, 1888. Robert, Mary, Jane, Alexander & Nelson are buried in Pickering Village. Based on the information I have, I beleive this is what the Wise genealogy looks like. Since I wrote the cover letter, I've confirmed that Isaac's wife was indeed Eunice L. She is buried in the Pickering Old Methodist Cemetery. Her gravestone inscription reads: ""Only sleeping In memory of Eunice L. Beloved wife of Isaac Wise This would seem to suggest that Isaac married a second time- to Sarah? J." "WISE FAMILY NOTES for Judith Goulin, Pickering Public Library Hi! I did a quick check on the Wise family of Pickering Township for you. There seems to be a lot of information out there on them, assuming that you were looking for the family of Robert and Mary (Ives) Wise. The Ontario County Marriage Register (index) lists three of their children, a fourth son George was found in the Oxford County Marriage Register Index. The Surrogate Court Index for Ontario County lists wills for the couple - These records can be found at the Archives of Ontario in Toronto. Wise, Mary of Pickering #2866 1896 Wise, Robert of Pickering #542 1869 The index that I have for wills at the local (Ontario County) Registry Office here on Rossland Rd. in Whitby goes up to 1890 and sure enough - there is an entry in the General Register for Robert Wise - #16 If they wanted a copy, they should go to the Land Registry Office on Friday before 4.00 PM as they are closed on the weekends. The will for Mary may be there as well but my index doesn't go that late. I notice that the 1837 directory for Pickering Township lists a Robert Wise living on the Broken Front Concession, Lot # 5, but the 1846/6 and 1850 directories do not have him entered. A search of the 1851/2 and 1861 census would help locate the family as well, because the agricultural census' for those years list the lot and concession number for each of the families living on the properties. Pickering Old Methodist Cemetery on Elizabeth Street in Pickering contains some of the family tombstones, and daughter Jane (Wise) Margagh is interred in the Friends Cemetery on Mill Street, Pickering. Oddly enough, there appears to be a second Robert Wise and family living in Markham Township, about the same age as the Pickering person, but with a wife Ann. (index to 1861 census Markham Township.) " "I'll draw a quick chart of the family that I have found just to give you a head start- the family can be built up by searching through the Pickering Township census returns. Hope that this is of help. Stephen Wood. ROBERT WISE ca. Feb. 1801- 8 Aug. 1868 (Pickering Tp.?) = MARY IVES ca. Sept. 1807/8 England -24 March 1896 (Pickering Tp.?): Jane c. 1832 - 7 Nov 1905 m. 1862 (Alexander Margach/Margagh), George c 1839 Pickering Tp.- m. 1861 (Barbara Sutherland), John J. c 1841 ONT- m. 1863 (Jennet Sutherland), Isaac m. 1868 (Eunice Laura Gardiner) --- Jane c. 1832 - 7 Nov 1905 m. 1862 Alexander Margach/Margagh: ?? Nelson c 1873-1947" "BRIDEGROOM Isaac Wise 24 Duffin's Creek Pickering Parents: Robert Wise Mary Ives Eunice Laura Gardiner 19" "BRIDE Eunice Laura Gardiner 19 RESIDENCE: Pickering PLACE OF BIRTH: Pickering NAMES OF PARENTS: Stephen Gardiner Sarah Palmer WITNESSS John Harod Lizzie Woodruff RESIDENCE: Pickering 21" "BRIDE RESIDENCE: Pickering PLACE OF BIRTH: Pickering NAMES OF PARENTS Stephen Gardiner Sarah Palmer WITNESS NAME: John Harod Lizzie Woodruff RESIDENCE: Pickering DATE OF MARRIAGE 21st Oct. 1808 " HRiyE. 7/u . +LG..n:A O Finarg44 ve .,.. ... ...M.14,. Jim D O . . ,,.' ..,L+a ./w ia✓ BFG«/d :w ;w..,' y.: U. . ...;,.8• ✓' f-CN ifde Ze Al U hp i P/o /C,2ha. . a/Aofun tivgi.AlS%nIo l a . J/:'d ..y..G rhusi I i "ROBERT WISE B: FEB 1801 AUG 8, 1868 MARY IVES B: SEP 1807/1808 D: MAR 24, 1896 JANE WISE B: 1832 D: NOV 4/7 1905/1907 M: Alexander Margach in 1862 GEORGE WISE B: 1839 D: M: BARBARA SUTHERLAND 1861 JOHN J. WISE B: 1841 D: M: JENNET SUTHERLAND IN 1863 (Born about 1843) (MRS. JOHN WISE DIED AROUND 2/10/1899 IN PICKERING. HUSBAND WAS STILL LIVING. HE MOVED TO HAMILTON ABOUT 1881. ISSAC WISE B: 12/12/1845 D: 7/9/1928 IN San Diego, CA 1st M: EUNICE LAURA GARDINER (OCT 21, 1868) 2nd M: SARAH ANN HILTS " "JANE WISE B: 1832 D: NOV 7, 1907 ALEXANDER MARGACH MARRIED: 1962 HATTIE MARGACH (ETTA?) listed in death notice B: D: M: MCDONALD (listed as Mrs. McDonald in death notice) JAMES BAIN MARGACH B: D: M: NELSON B. MARGACH B: 1873 D: 1947 M: FRED MARGACH: B: D? M:" "GEORGE WISE B: 1839 D: BARBARA SUTHERLAND B: D: MARRIED: 1861" "JOHN J. WISE B: 1841? D: JENNET SUTHERLAND B: 1843? MARRIED: 1863" "ISAAC WISE B: 12/12/1843 D: 7/9/1928 in San Diego, CA EUNICE LAURA GARDINER 1ST MARRIAGE: 10/21/1868 Possibly one daughter who pobably died at birth found a piece of gravestone at the Old Methodist Cemetery on Elizabeth Street that was erected by Isaac Wise)" "ISAAC WISE B: 12/12/1843 D: 7/9/1928 IN San Diego, CA. SARAH ANN HILTS B: 12/5/1849 (on death certificate) D. 3/26/1912 in San Diego, CA PARENTS: JAMES AND HANNAH BURK HILTS M: 1869 JAMES BD - 1834 HANNAH BD 1835 SECOND MARRIAGE ALONZO DE GEAR WISE B: MAY 2, 1877 IN PICKERING, ONTARIO CANADA D: AUG 21, 1936 IN HONOLULU HAWAII 1ST M: MIRIAM PAULO 2ND M: REBECCA HAWELE AKEO ON 9/20/1914 3RD M: MARY WILLS HOWARD WISE B: D: M: ELSIE WISE B: 12/5/1888? D: M: WILLIAM WALLACE WISE SR. B: MAY 17, 1894, PICKERING, CANADA D: 11/28/1977 IN SAN DIEGO, CA M: DOROTHY IRENE KELLY " "ALONZO DE GEAR WISE B: MAY 2, 1877 D: AUG 21, 1936 Miriam PAULO B: D: FIRST MARRIAGE: 1 child died at birth" "ALONZO DE GEAR WISE B: 5/2/1877 IN HONOLULU, HI REBECCA HAWELE AKEO B: 4/5/1888 D: 9/20/1974 SECOND MARRIAGE: 9/20/1914 WILLIAM HOWARD WISE B: 1907 D: M: 1ST TO ANNIE K. KAUANUI M: 2ND TO KAZUKO GUSHIKEN ON (B: 1/25/1936) WALTER ISAAC WISE B: 1909 D: M: 1ST TO REBECCA M: 2ND TO HAUNANI JUDD IWALANI SARAH ANN WISE B: 1911 D: M: 1ST TO GEORGE AH SEN KAKAUA MOKIAO M: 2NS TO EZEKIAL KAMOKU EDWARD WISE B: 1913 D: M: DAISY KILA ELIZABETH WISE B: 3/5/1914 D: 3/19/1997 M: 1ST TO JOSEPH KAUWALE M: 2ND TO GEORGE AH SEN KEKAUA MOKIAO ELSIE EDITH WISE B: 10/15/1916 D: 9.21.1973 M: 1ST TO STEPHEN GUMPHER M: 2ND TO AUGUST PADEKEN JOHN WAIAU (WISE) WILLIAMS (he was adopted by the Williams) bB: 1919 D: M: 1ST TO HARRIET " "ALONZO DE GEAR WISE B: MAY 2, 1877 D: AUG 21, 1937 MARY AUKAI WILLS B: D: THIRD MARRIAGE: No children" "HOWARD WISE: B: D: B: D: MARRIAGE:" "ELSIE WISE: B: D: B: D: MARRIAGE:" "RESIDENCE AT DEATH WAS: 503 N. FIRST STREET, EL CAJON, CA WILLIAM WALLACE WISE B: 5/17/1894 IN ONT, CANADA D: 11/28/1977 IN SAN DIEGO, CA M: DOROTHY IRENE KELLY DOROTHY IRENE KELLY B: 9/11/1897 IN KSANSAS D: 9/30/1978 IN SAN DIEGO, CA RESIDENCE AT DEATH WAS: 503 N. 1ST STREET EL CAJON, CA ROBERT WISE (of La Mesa?) B: D: M: WILLIAM WALLACE WISE JR. (living 15 562 Sandalwood Dr. El Cajon.CA 92021 when Dorothy died in 1978). B: 12/30/1920 D: FEB 1994 M: (wife Noel, daughter Carole (Leonard) Wolf; son Richard Wise, granddaughter Heather and Jennifer Zornow of Lemon Grove) DONALD H. WISE B: D: 1994 " "JAMES HILTS B: 1834 D: HANNAH BURK B: 1835 D: 11/6/1869 MARRIED: 1869 SARAH ANN HILTS B: 12/5/1859 D: 3/26/1912 IN SAN DIEGO, CA M: ISAAC WISE JAMES ALONZO HILTS B: 1857 D: M: JESSIE STEPHENSON WESLEY HILTS B: 1862 D: M:" "JAMES ALONZO HILTS B: 1857 D: JESSIE STEPHENSON B: 1850 D: FEB 26, 1926 (76) MARRIAGE:" "WESLEY HILTS: B: 1862 D: " UNVEILING THE HISTORICAL PLAQUE "Plaque Unveling: ""The Villiage Store"" Saturday, October 22, 1994 Pickering Village 11:00 am 1) Opening remarks and introductions (J. Vranic, Chair, Ajax. LACAC) 2) J. Witty, Mayor, Town of Ajax 3) F. Schaper, Councillor, Ward 1 (Pickering Village), member LACAC 4) P. Brown, Councillor, Ward 4, member Historical Society 5) Plaque unveiling" Kingston Road, Pickering Village "LACAC MEMBERS Joe Vranic 18 Lawrie Rd. Ajax, Ont. L1S 2Z9 (master of ceremonies - unveiling LACAC chairman) Bob Martindale 23 Elizabeth St. Ajax, Ont. L1T 2X1 (led tour of village, played guitar) Frank Schaper (Councillor) 31 Burningham Cr. Ajax, Ont. L1S 6A3 (presented something at unveiling; Re-elected Nov. 14!) Pam Prymja (you met her Sunday night at my house) 9 Vale cr. Ajax, Ont. L1S 5A4 Judith Goulin 31 Varley Dr. Ajax, Ont. L1S 4T6 Angelika Watson 39 Harland Cr., Ajax, Ont. L1S 1K1 (was going to take you to Land Registry Office. She subsequently went & copied documents.)" "Other People Bruce Clark Family History Center Box 58030 500 Rossland Rd. W. Oshawa, Ont. L1J 8L6 (opened the library at a special time for you.) Stephen Wood 225 Euclid St. Whitby, Ont. L1N 5B4 (member of local branch of Ontario Genealogical Society; assisted you at Whitby Library.) Lillian & Larry Hall Pickering Village Pharmacy 59 Old Kingston Rd. Ajax, Ont. L1T 3A5 Tom Mohr 842 Naroch Blvd. Pickering, Ont. L1W 1S9 (tour guide, Frenchman's Bay) Jim McKean Port Pickering Marina 680 Front St. Pickering, Ont. L1W 1N8 (marina owner)" "Ruth Reinhardt Tomorrow's Treasures 13 Church St. S. Ajax, Ont. L1S 6A6 (Lunch; owner, Tomorrow's Treasures) Mayor James Witty Town of Ajax Municipal Offices 65 Harwood Ave. S. Ajax, Ont. L1S 2H9 (presented something to you at unveiling. Was at lunch with us. Just re-elected Nov.14!) Councillor Pat Brown Town of Ajax Municipal Offices 65 Harwood Ave. S. Ajax, Ont. L1S 2H9 (presented Village of Pickering book; Re-elected Nov. 14!)" "The Ancient Order of United Workmen By Helen Schmid The Ancient Order of United Workmen was a Fraternal organization for the mutual benefit of its members and their families. It embraced in its membership men of every vocation, profession and occupation—employers and employees — workers of all classes, whether their labour was mental or physical. It had no connection with any religious sect, political party, or organization for affecting the prices of labour or commodities, but was designed to promote fraternity, mental and social improvement and mutual assistance. The AOUW was organized1 on the 27th day of October, 1868, at Meadville, PA, by John Jordan Upchurch. It was the pioneer of the system of Mutual Protection, which has attained such vast proportions, after thirty-four years2 of unexampled prosperity it stands to-day. On May 31, 1926, a merger3 was struck between the 152,000 members of the Independent Order of Foresters and the 8,300 members of the AOUW. Its Mission — to aid its members in sickness and distress — to unite man to man in the bonds of Fraternal Fellowship — to pay the widow and orphans of its deceased members the sum of one or two thousand dollars. Its Principles — belief in a Supreme Being — preservation of the homestead — education and elevation of mankind — no interference in politics or religion — equal rights and protection to all — mutual co-operation the basis of all its business transactions — fraternal Fellowship the bond of union and guaranty of performance The Beneficiary Fund, was a carefully devised, well-guarded, economical and beneficial system4, by means of which the sum of $500, $ 1,000, $ 1,500 or $2,000 was secured to each members family, or such a relative as he chose to designate. Charity, Hope, and Protection — The true Workman has none other than Charily for a brother, Hope for the good of the future, and Protection for the helpless in time of trial and distress. The letters CHPcan be found on old pins and sometimes on special ""badges"" made of material, also containing the initials AOUW. 1 THE CANADIAN WORKMAN, March 1905. The CANADIAN ALMANAC of 1902 (published by the Copp, Clark Company, Limited) states the AOUW was incorporated in 1879; however, the Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, July 27, 1883 stated: ""AOUW introduced into Canada in 1877, and now we have 202 lodges and a membership of 6,600."" 2 From THE CANADIAN WORKMAN, March 1905. 3 John Squair in The Townships of Darlington and Clarke, 1927, Univ. of Toronto Press, p. 556. 4 W.C. Mikel, K.C. and Advisory Committee of the AOUW waited upon Attorney- General Lucas Friday (reported in the January 27,1916 Orono News) to ask whether they might introduce a private bill in the Legislature to enable them to increase their assessment. It was pointed out that their assets of $8,000,000 would not be sufficient to cover all insurance policies outstanding and present contracts with the policyholders do not provide for an increase in the assessment. Consideration was promised. 67 " "Ancient Order of United Workman To the Subordinate Lodges of Ontario District. Master Workman, Officers and Brothers : I am pleased at this time to address you as D. D. G. M., in the interests of our Noble Order and in doing so would return my sincere thanks for the kind reception I have received from you in the past, and the confidence placed in me by once more electing, me as your D. D. G. M. I must congratulate the Order on the noble position it holds in this Province and for the wise legislation at our late G. L. session. I believe the G. L. officers are of the right kind all anxious to make this year a record-breaker. I ask your hearty co-operation and assistance in the advancement and increase of our membership in this district this year. Why not put forth an effort to make this the banner district in the jurisdiction? If every member would become interested I think we might. The G. M. W. has taken upon himself, with the assistance of the D. D. G. M's, the organizing department, and wishes to know if you are ready for an organizer—who will be ready first? Let me hear from you as soon as possible in order that we may make arrangements for the whole District. First ready, first served. Get your committees ready to assist the organizer when he comes. I hope to hear from you very soon, and at any time throughout the year I shall be pleased to assist you when I can do so. With our present arrangements, I expect to visit every Lodge during the year, at least once, and at any time, if I could be of any assistance. I would like to see a few good new Lodges organized during the year. Do you know of any probable place where such could be done. Again thanking you. Yours very respectfully in C. H. & P., I. Wise, D. D. G. M. I. Wise D.D.G.M. Mar 6/'99" "The Village Store This small frame mercantile with attached residence was built here in the 1880’s for Thomas Dyke, a local merchant, on what was then called King Street. The mercantile has survived largely intact, and retains much of its original detail. The recessed entrance, high windows and strong mullions give it a special charm. The attached residence, although much altered, is of a typical wood-frame, storey-and-a-half design. Through the years, the building housed a variety of businesses, and a library. Its most prominent occupants were Mr. and Mrs. Isaac Wise. During the 1890’s they were involved in a variety of commercial ventures, including groceries, millinery, and the jewelry business. They were long time residents of the village, and active in community affairs. They are buried nearby in the Pickering Old Methodist cemetery on Elizabeth Street. Erected by the Ajax L.A.C.A.C. 1994" "Greetings from the Town of Ajax Ner Quisquam Nisi Ajax (None but Ajax can overcome Ajax) Descendants of the Wise Family, formerly of Pickering Village On behalf of the Council, we wish to extend our heartfelt congratulations to you in honour of your Attendance at the Plaque Unveiling, Pickering Village Pharmacy October 22, 1994 Date Jim Witty Mayor" "TOWN OF AJAX CREST Ajax is the only town in the world named after a naval vessel, the British cruiser ""HMS Ajax"", which served with distinction during World War II. The Ajax town crest is closely derived from that of the HMS Ajax. It shows a naval crown on a pentagonal frame of twisted rope. In its centre is a gold helmet with a red crest, symbolizing the ancient Greek hero Ajax: who, legend says, was the strong and courageous fighter who rescued the body of Achilles from the Trojans. This legendary Ajax of Greece is a fitting symbol for both the British cruiser Ajax, and for our town. A bronze casting made from the ""HMS Ajax"" original crest mold was presented to the University of Toronto, Ajax Campus, Remembrance Day 1955. The crest remains the property of the town and hangs in our town hall." io "Thoughts of the Wise Family From Canada to Honolulu to Canada Canada Trip: Was anticipating because of Isaac being married to Eunice instead of Sarah Ann. When we arrived at the motel I saw a green folder in the large fruit basket left there for the ""Wise"" Ohana. While Meilani and the two Mamas' were taking their showers, I glanced through the folder and came across the news article that read ""James A. Hilts leaves for Honolulu with his brother Westley and nephew Alonzo Wise"". I ran to Meilani's room and read the article to her. We then went to the two Mamas' room and I read it to all there after a prayer and some tears we all embraced and sang a praise hymn ""E kolo mea nui"", we went out to dinner. There were very few places this late at night. We asked the motel office staff where we could go. They gave us directions to this small restaurant. After dinner we all went back to our rooms for a well-earned rest. We flew from Seattle Airport that morning-6 hours to Toronto, went through customs in Canada. We rented a 15-passenger van and drove to Kingston Road, Ontario. We arrived about 9:00pm. Canada time. The next morning after breakfast, Joe Varice picked Lani, Margie and myself and drove us to the Mormon Church office then to their County office in another library to go through the census tapes and got extra information. We went back to the motel to pick up the two Moms' and Donnie. While we were gone the first time, Donnie and the Mamas' sewed orchid leis and made floral bouquets for presentations at the gravesites. We then went to meet Judith G. at the ""Pickering Library"", there we were given all the information Judith found for us and we discussed in detail the history of the ""Wise Family"" in Pickering. We were able to share with them of what we knew of our ""Wise Ohana in Honolulu. Mama Lizzie shared growing up with their Dad Alonzo. She remembered meeting her Grandpa, because he had only one leg. He would always put her on that ""lap"" and Aunty Elsie on the good leg lap. She also remembers that when her Daddy and Grandpa spoke it was a language they did not understand. Elizabeth remembers that he visited once with Uncle Howard and once with Uncle ""Willy"". At one of these meetings Aunty Elsie came too with her two young daughters but they don't remember their names. Once when Mama Lizzie was in the 3rd or 4th grade, the teacher asked the class if they would share their heritage with the class. Mama said ""when I told them that I was Hawaiian, Chinese and French Canadian, the teacher said there was no such race as French Canadian. That evening at dinner she told her Papa what had happened at school. The next morning, Alonzo walked to school with both Mama Lizzie and Aunty Elsie before going to work. When the bell rang they went into Lizzie's classroom and Grandpa Alonzo met the teacher and said, ""I'm Lizzie's Papa and I'm the French Canadian, I'm French English and a citizen of Canada"". ""Don't tell my daughter that there is no such race"". Mama Lizzie was so proud to have her Father there and that he stood up to that teacher." "Another recollection was, there must be Limburger cheese on the table for all three meals or ""Papa"" would be very upset. Her Papa was a very good cook and on Sundays they would have a huge Sunday dinner. Grandpa would be out drinking wine after work Fridays, Saturdays and Sunday noon but would be home for Sunday Dinners and would not miss work on Monday. He did not drink Monday through Thursday. Uncle Sonny was absent a lot of the time, because he was always ill. Maybe in the hospital or with other family who could care for him. Uncle Willy took good care of Lizzie and Elsie during the week. Saw that they had breakfast and took them to and from school. Cooked dinner during the workweek. Uncle Walter was very ""mean"" to them, Lizzie's responsibilities included doing laundry and cleaning the house and caring for Aunty Elsie. Once because Aunty Lizzie did not wash Walter's underwear, Uncle Walter punched her in the eye and when Grandpa Alonzo came home he gave Walter a good licking for doing that to his sister. Never again did Walter abuse his sisters'. (Willy wasn't there when that happened.) Mama Lizzie remembers that once a month, a black limousine would drive up and the chuffer would let this little ""haoule Boy"" out all dressed in white. Panama hat, suit and shirt and shoes. It was Uncle ""Waiau"" to spend the day with his family, Mom, Step-Dad and brothers' and sisters. Mama Lizzie said she always felt so sorry for him because he couldn't play outside because of all his white clothing. He could only stay inside, but they were very proud of their baby brother. In Canada the morning of the ceremony of the dedication of the Mary and Isaac Wise home as an Historical Site, when they introduced the Isaac Wise's descendants. Three flocks of the Canada wild geese flew over the town heading right over us in the 3-arrow formation. Both mamas' started crying and prayed a ""thank-you"". They said it was our Kupuna welcoming us to Pickering. Later the towns' people said that it was ""very unusual for this to happen because the geese would always be gone by 7:00a.m. each morning . This happened at 11:15a.m. on a Saturday morning. The citizens of ""Old Pickering Town"" on Kingston road laid out the carpet for us that day. After the ceremonies they had lunch set up at a n old residence. The first floor was an English teahouse and gift shop. We had lunch there with the leaders of the town of Ajax. The second floor was set-up as an Art, Crafts, and Antiques shop. There were all kinds of wreaths and crafts for the up coming holidays for sale. The most spectacular display was the miniature houses and furnishings for sale there. We all wanted to bring everything home with us but were limited space-wise/baggage wise. Than we went touring of the town and the cemeteries where our families were buried. We presented floral bouquets on the head stones of Mary Ines Wise and" "Robert Wise and Eunice Wise and smaller half a headstone with Isaac Wise's name as presenter. When mama Lizzie and I stepped on the monument of head stones and I placed the floral gift on Eunice's stone, a voice told me to look to my left and two rows above and there was the half stone. I then had a revelation that half stone was a baby's. T he child of Isaac and Eunice. She had died in childbirth. I told mama Lizzie that ""mama history has repeated itself she asked how. ""Mama your papa was first married to Miriam Paulo and she died in childbirth just as his dad Isaac! We hugged and prayed for them and thanked them for showing us this history. All this time Lani was video taping everything. Mama girlie was in the van with Aunty Mary because the temperature had dropped and it was ""cold"". We then went to the Quacker cemetery to see Isaac's older sister's grave and her husband and son. We presented our floral gifts. We then went to see the bell that was in the center of Pickering town when Isaac was leader of the town and the official bell-ringer. We continued to the Frenchmens' Bay where the ships anchored. This was how the English came to this area. Isaac then married Sarah Ann Hilts. Her brother James A. Hilts was in partnership in several business ventures with Isaac. Sarah Ann and James's father was a ship's captain and part ""French"". Sarah Ann was very talented also she always had her own ""hat shop"". She made and sold men, women and childrens' hats. Great Grandpa Isaac was always self-employed. His mother Mary had turned half of her home into the first ""store"" in Pickering. When her husband Robert died. She did this to support herself and her young son Isaac. Isaac as a young man sold fruits and vegetables from a cart on the street corner. He always had his own business. When he and Sarah Ann were married he owned his own store, the newspaper adds shares this story. With both of them self-employed they raised Alonzo, Howard, Elsie and William. Sarah Ann's brother James A. Hilts was doing a lot of business in Honolulu and talked Isaac and Sarah into letting him bring Alonzo to Honolulu where there were more opportunities for a young man. And now ""our"" history begins!" \"News Clippings From the Pickering News About the Wise/Hilts Families And Friends" "FRIDAY, JUNE 16th, 1882. PICKERING NEWS. Subscribers and others indebted to the ""News” office, will please remit the amount of their indebtedness at once, as we are in need of all the money now outstanding. A. O. U. W.—The regular meetings of this benevolent Order, Pickering Lodge, No. 105, are held on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month, in Leng’s Hall, Pickering. The lodge is in a flourishing condition, with a membership of 80, representing a mutual benefit insurance in itself of $60,00, and its officers are able and energetic. The order giants an insurance on its members, for the benefit of their families, of $2000 each, and the amount of assessment to each one, on the death of a member, is but a trifling sum, and is not a hindrance to, or does in any manner cramp its members. Persons in good health, and of good moral standing, to the age of .50 years, can join the order of Workmen, and thereby secure to their families a competency, after they have, by nature's demands ceased to be able to provide for them. We are glad to learn that there has been a committee appointed to arrange for a demonstration of the order here, soon, when the objects of the institution and the advantages of membership, will be explained to those who may be anxious for its benefits, its secrets and mysteries." "FRIDAY, OCT. 13th, 1882. P.2 *NEW VESSEL. —We congratulate Mr. Jas. Hilt, of the Bay, on the purchase of his new vessel, “The North-West” 57 tons burden. She is a splendid vessel, and takes the place of the old “Belle” that proved herself a reliable sailer and a good friend to Mr. Hilts." "Pickering’s Places of Business. April 17 1885 [. . . . .] Grocers Isaac Wise. Leonard & Co. [. . . . .] Carriage Works and Blacksmiths. M. Reed. Alex Margach. Pickering Carriage Works. D.O’Connor. [. . . . .] April 17, 1885" "DEC. 18, 1885. Isaac Wise has a very choice assortment of groceries, all fresh and good." "A Mystery Solved About 3 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 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 reporter 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 in front of the shop, the woodwork of the shop front newly painted and all modern conveniences completed. We all with Mr. Wise every success in business, and many returns of the season. Dec. 23, 1887 " "GROCERIES ! People would consult their best interests by buying at ISAAC WISE'S, where new good arrive almost daily. Teas, Sugars, Spices, Coffees, &c, Meals, consisting of Rolled Oats, Standard Oat Meal, and Corn Meal. All these goods are No. 1 and are sold at lowest cash prices. Jan. 20, 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. Aug. 10, 1888 I. Wise is too Busy to change his Advt. this week. Sept. 21, 1888 Birth. Wise. — In Pickering, on Wednesday, Dec. 5th, the wife of I. Wise, of a daughter. Puckering — On the 14th inst., the wife of Thos. Puckering, of a son. Dec. 7, 1888" "FALL OPENING, 1804. WEDNESDAY and THURSDAY OCTOBER 3 and 4, and following days. YOUR INSPECTION RESPECTFULLY INVITED- MRS. I. WISE. [. . . . .] PAINTING, GRAINING, SIGN Writing, Paper-Handing, Tinting, &c., of all kinds done on the shortest notice. All shades of paints mixed to order. None but the best English Lead used. HILTS & WELBOURNE. 26y. A CAB LOAD OF... …….FURNITURE Just to hand. A choice lot of Bedroom Suites, Parlor Ex. Tables, and oh such a lot of chairs of all kinds. If you have any notion of asking Almira, now is your time, for you will never have a better chance to get furniture cheap. CALL AND INSPECT OUR STOCK. We still keep a good stock of Undertaking Goods. If you are compelled to get anything in this line, don’t forget. HILTS & DILLIMGHAM, Pickering WE bein this week with our stock in excellent shape. Each day new novelties are being added, making the most complete assortment of 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" "We stil 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 requred in a FIRST-CLASS MILLINERY ESTABLISHMENT. Mrs. I. Wise, Pickering. April 3, 1896" "PICKERING, ONT., MAR. 12, 1897 [. . . . .] — Mr. and Mrs. Welburne, of Toronto, were here over Sunday. [. . . . . .] — Captain James Hilts, died at his residence, Pickering Harbor, Wednesday about 10 a. m., after an illness of about twelve months. About a year ago he became aware that his stomach was not perfect in its action, and after trying many domestic remedies consulted a physician and was informed that his was a case of vital importance. This was confirmed by several city specialists and as the disease advanced the Captain’s system grew weaker, and some eight weeks ago he had to remain at home. Deceased was a man much respected in this community, and had many friends in all parts of the township, he having served some years as a member of the council, and no man ever discharged the duties of such an office with more precision and fearlessness. Had he been in good health last December he would undoubtedly have been elected as First Deputy-Reeve. Deceased was in his sixtieth year, and possessed a rugged constitution and an undaunted perseverance. He leaves a wife, and a grown up family of boys and girls, all of whom feel keenly their sad bereavement. The Masonic and Workman lodges both lose a consistent member. The funeral will take place to-day (Friday) at 2 p. m . when the remains will be interred into the Methodist cemetery here." "-- 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 of 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 the 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 which he was almost encored. Bro. Dr. [. . .] and Dr. Young made very suit-[. . .] and last but not least Bro. [. . .] told us a very amusing [. . . . .] remarks from the chair [. . .] At Home the A.O.U.W. [. . .]—Com. Jan. 13, 1899 Ancient Order of United Workmen, fraternal, beneficiary society providing life insurance for members; founded 1868 at Meadville, Pa. About thirty friends called at the residence of Isaac and Mrs. Wise on Monday evening and assisted that worthy couple iin celebrataing their silver wedding. It will be an evening long remembered with pleasure by those who were present. The wedding feast and distribution of the historic wedding cake formed no small part of the exercises of the evening. Before leaving the assemblage expressed a hearty wish for the continuation of the happy married union at present enjoyed by the bride and groom. We can but add a similar wish on behalf of their many friends who were not present on Monday evening." "PICKERING, ONT., FEB. 10, 1899. [Highlighted text follows] — Mrs. Robson, of Newcastle, is here with niece, Mrs. J. A. Hilts. — J. A. Hilts has been ill for the past few days, but is now improving. — Miss Lillian Ham is visiting with Miss Hattie Decker, of Whitby, for a few days this week. — W. G. Ham will attend the A.O.U.W. Grand lodge at Toronto next week. He leave here Tuesday. Mrs. John Wise, of Hamilton, [died in] her residence Tuesday morning, aged about sixty years. Deceased levaes a husband and grown up family. For many years John Wise and wife were residents of Pickering and [illegible] and were well known to many of our older inhabitants. They removed to Hamilton about eighteen years ago and have sicne resided there. The beraved family as well [. . .] Feb. 10 1899" "PICKERING, ONT., JAN.27, 1899. [Highlighted text as follows] — Master Willie Wise is housed up these days having fallen upon a piece of glass and gashed his knee. PICKERING, ONT., MARCH 10, 1899. — J. A. Hilts contemplates a trip Honolulu next month where he will ply his calling, that of Knight of the brush. His family will remain here in the meantime." "The Pickering News. PICKERING, ONT., APRIL 28, 1899. LOCALISMS. —James Alonzo Hilts, accompanied by his brother Wesley and his nephew Alonzo Wise leave to day for Honolulu, H. I. where they have secured positions through the exertions of W. H. Hilts now residing there. J. A. Hilts has been a very useful man in the village for a number of years and as a slight indication of recognition of the public services he has rendered the villagers, in connection with societies and otherwise, a few of the citizens called at his home on Wednesday evening and presented him with a gold watch on behalf of the villagers generally. A public presentation was not deemed advisable, hence the impromptu proceedings. With perhaps two exceptions, Mr. Hilts has contributed more by way of professional labor and dramatic skill to the interests of the Fire Company than any of our residents, and that fact was not forgotten Wednesday evening. Tuesday evening at the regular meeting be was presented with a pair of gold filled glasses as well as a lengthy address by the A.O.U.W. of which he was also an active member. Friday evening the I.O.O.F. lodge tendered Mr. Hilts a very unique motion thanking him for his services n connection with that order. We all join in wishing “Lon.” a safe journey, improved health, and trust that he may in time return to his wife and family much benefited by having visited that far off island in the Pacific Ocean. — Alonzo Wise left for Honolulu to day. We wish this bright young man all prosperity in his new home. April 28, 1899" "[Highlighted sections as follows] PICKERING, ONT., may 5, 1899. — Mrs. I. Wise and Mrs. A.J. Hilts visited city friends Friday. PICKERING, ONT., may 26, 1899. — Isaac Wise was indisposed for a few days this week, but is about again. Mrs. Jas. M. Muir and her son. Hawaii, Hawaiian Islands, are guests of Mrs. Al. Muir, Church St. [Handwritten:] No relationship to Wise - point of interest." "[Highlighted text as follows:] PICKERING, ONT., JUNE, 9 1899. —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 coarse. 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 member of the party, Wesley Hilts, W. Welbourne, and A. D. Wise are all at work at good wages. June 16, 2899 —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. —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 it at yet suffering from their effects. His large canvas trunk contained many curiosities on his return, to which fact many of hit 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. 12" "[Highlighted text as follows:] —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 day preparing the various rooms fro 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. 1899 PICKERING, ONT., DEC. 8, 1899. —Miss Maggie Gordon is visiting with Oshawa friends for a fortnight. —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. O. 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 unimitable style, and presented a program that none should cast reflection upon. It was a pleasant evening to those who attended. Dec. 22, 1899 14" "[Highlighted text as follows:] 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. 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 with some fever. His condition is, however, causing no alarm to those in attendance. PICKERING, ONT., FEB 16, 1900. —Master Howard Wise has considerably recovered from his recent attack of tonsillitis and is now able to be about again. 15" "PICKERING, ONT., FEB 28, 1900. —His many friends will be pleased to note the fact that W. H. Hits 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. PICKERING, ONT., MARCH 30, 1900. —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. 16" "[Highlighted text as follows:] PICKERING, ONT., MAY 4, 1900. —J. A. Hilts is again confined to his room. —Isaac Wise returned from Toronto on Saturday evening after having served as a sessional writeer during the late session. PICKERING, ONT., MAY 18, 1900. —W. G. Ham was in the city on Tuesday on business. —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. 17" "PICKERING, ONT., JUNE 1, 1900. —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 expect 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 had charge of the town bell rope at regular intervals for the past few years sent in 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 his post to-day, (Friday), for the first time. June 1, 1900 18" "—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 PICKERING FURNITURE + WAREROOMS ! IS THE PLACE TO GET BEDROOM SETS from $17 up. BEAUTIFUL PLUSH PARLOR SUITES, SOFAS, COUBHES, 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 19" "PICKERING, ONT., AUG 3, 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. 20" "—As Mrs. I. Wise has sold out the millinery business to Miss C. Baker, of Oshawa, the store will be closed until after Sept. 1st, when Miss Baker will be in possession. Will all parties owing Mrs. Wise kindly settle at once as she expects to leave here shortly. Aug. 17, 1900 PICKERING, ONT., Aug. 24, 1900. —Mrs. W. G. Ham is with her daughter, Mrs. J. B. Horn, of Listowel. —J. A. Hilts and his family have arrived safely in Honolulu after a very satisfactory passage. —Tuesday, September the 11th has been arranged for as the date of Isaac Wise’s sale the 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, 1900 —For the present the furniture sale of 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 effect 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 shops to Mrs. H. Savage; who will shortly move into her new home. Sept. 14-21, 1900 —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 21" "[Highlighted text as follows:] —Isaac Wise and son, Howard, of Toronto, were here on Sunday attending the funeral of the former's sister, Mrs. Alex. Margach. Pickering News Nov. 17, 1907 p. 8" "[Highlighted text as follows:] —It is with the deepest regret that we report the death of one of the oldest residents of the township, Jane Wise, wife of Mr. Alex. Margarch, at the age of 73 years and 10 months. About two weeks ago, Mrs. Margarch went to Toronto to undergo an operation, but the shock was greater than her weakened condition could stand, she gradually sank until death ended her suffering on Thursday, Nov. 7th, at the home of her friend, Dr. Fraser. Her funeral which took place on Sunday at 2 p. m. to the Friends’ cemetery was largely attended. The deceased was a life-long resident of Pickering, having been born south of the village, near the lake shore. For a number of years she has been in very poor health, and much of the time for the past year has been confined to her bed. She had four of a family: Bain, who resides in the States, Nelson B., at home, Etta (Mrs. McDonald), and Fred, the last two having died several years ago. She is also survived by two brothers, Isaac Wise, of Toronto, and John of Hamilton." "William Ham, Honolulu Passes Word was received last week by his son, Goron, of Peterboro of the death fo William Ham, at Honolulu on Sunday night from a heart attack. Mr. Ham, who received his early printing trainig 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 22" "Ad: Pickering News Dec. 1888 Prepare : for : ’Xmas By calling at Wise's for your supply of Choice Tea and Coffee, New Raisins and Currants, Fresh Lemon, Citron and Orange Peel, Dates, Figs, Almond, Brazil, Walnut, Filbert and Cocoa Nuts. Extracts of Lemon, Vanilla, Pineapple, Cinnamon, Ginger, Wintergreen, and Pepperment. Full stock shelf goods: Peas, Corn, Tomatoes, Blueberries, Salmon, Lobsters, Sardines, Trout in 1/2 bbls., Finnan Haddie. Bulk Oysters Direct From Baltimore CHOICE ORANGES AND LEMONS, BEAUTIFUL TEA, DINNER AND TOILET SETS —ALL TO BE HAD AT I. WISE’S." HISTORIC PICS O i- ie.91-L Of Coma istory LPO�rg n, Or od 9(n9stun xQ w easy . 1900 9les4v Dn& Son s Dale Block I w bwv6Jw cop �I aSv mva ebeq wale Dates BackAt yip \a Taal to the 1850s kd Bo, 82; 6a a!1 x„p r Wc"�.'Y�Wge war I o�:atty know: Novi rn _. �Hgb leaa r/ ,� 1. J M1V'6e.':'um r TUM�eI AI _ ✓[n2 m31M an aCpGua' el rww �r'""I. tee. papa N". 1881 by C ^— Oak OU4 ebq many � ^ Imm rt i �' a 'RICPICRER,ING NIL ��e 3fistor_ j of our Communis -u CJ 89RD)r°' n rm ARE am.7 Me• feces rd` •+ %IL PI[k" Illlg N�'0aqeV m yeti wt emomg f�lU %JStOIIe lookba[�,tM1 ttiK t0 t%IC 0/g4U of our Community See bwde/oemom *cmatbg Pickenog NU/ags l6story. INN 683.1995 "Spink Mills destroyed by fire in 1934 By BOB MABTINDALE Ajax Local Conservation Advisory Committee Unknown to many residents of Pickering Village, one of the largest buildings in the area stood prominently from 1875 to 1934 on the present site of Moodie's Motel, adjacent to Duffin's Creek. Spink Mills was an impressive stone structure, 70 feet long by 50 feet wide and five storeys high, drawing its water power from the nearby creek with the aid of five water wheels and a mill race that was over a mile long. The race, much of which was still in evidence along the east side of Riverside Dr. until recent construction in the area, resembled a small canal and started at a dam (located on the site of the Riverside Golf Course), extending south to the old Methodist cemetery on Elizabeth St. From there the rushing water flowed through a wooden chute above Duffin's Creek and into the mill. The Spink Mills business was developed by brothers John L. and William Spink of Toronto by way of a stock company which financed the $2,500 cost of the project through the sale of 250 shares to local farmers at $10 each. Born in King Township (north of Toronto) in 1845 John L. Spink came to Pickering in 1862, working 18 hours a day in the Forest Mills on the Third Concession for a princely sum of $5 per month plus room and board. In 1875 he subdivided the east side of Elizabeth St then known as Mill St. into several lots. At least four of the original homes built in these two blocks still stand, largely unchanged (on the outside) over the ensuing 120-odd years. As well as being a successful miller and grain buyer, Mr. Spink was at one time president of the Toronto Board of Trade. Coincidentally, both John and William Spink died in 1913. In order to provide ready access to markets, the proprietors built a siding from the Grand Trunk Railway {now C.N.) line to the doors of the mill, running along the east side of Notion Rd., then known as Station Rd., as it led to the old Pickering Station. On April 27, 1917 the mills were purchased by the Campbell Milling Co., which was identified at the time in the Pickering News as a ""very progressive concern with a large amount of capital behind it"". The article describing this transaction goes on to state: ""The new firm will carry all kinds of wheat and coarse grains, and this fact should prove of great advantage to the farmers of Pickering and surrounding country"". Operating other mills at Toronto and Peterborough, the firm employed approximately 250 workers. Soon after acquiring the business, the new owners increased its capacity from 200 to 400 barrels of flour a day. The Pickering News was so impressed with the operation that it reported on Oct. 5, 1917: ""As the Campbell Mills Co. has unlimited capital, this industry in Pickering will be a permanent one, and will assure the prosperity of the village."" Such permanence, however, proved to be short lived. On May 19, 1934, the mills were destroyed in a spectacular fire whose origin was never determined. The blaze was vividly reported in the News thusly: ""From the first it was seen that the elevator and mill were doomed, and all the energy of the firefighters was spent in preventing its spreading to the adjoining properties. The residence just west of the mill property, and the brick mill were soon a mass of flames."" Spink Mills once stood beside the present site of Moodie's Motel" "D. SIMPSON STORE KINGSTON RD. - LOOKING EAST PICKERING, ONT. Bell Tower Pickering Isaac Wise was the official bell ringer for meeting, fires, etc." "PICKERING PUBLIC SCHOOL CLASS PHOTO CHURCH ST. NORTH PICKERING, ONT." "THE MILL RACE AND BANK PICKERING, ONT." "PAGE 16-THE NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY, JANUARY 17, 1993 The Gordon House once a fine hotel The following Living History article is one of a series by the Ajax Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee. AJAX - The Gordon House, on the south side of Old Kingston Rd. in Pickering Village, is a fine example of the hotels and inns which once stood in small Ontario villages. Built in 1881, the Gordon House provided reliable accommodation and meals for travelers, during the decades when Hwy. 2 was the main route between Toronto (York) and Kingston. It was constructed by a Pickering-born hotel proprietor, named John Cuthbert. Red and buff brick are combined in complex patterns to create a mosaic-like front facade; it remains a challenge to count the number of different patterns created. It is believed that, in approximately 1884, the east bay was added, and the brick was skillfully matched to the main building, both in color and pattern. A separate entrance was provided, for the Ontario Bank was located in this addition, until it folded in 1920; reportedly, many local residents lost their life savings. The massive foundation for the bank vault still remains in the basement. In the early 1890s, Mr. Cuthbert sold his hotel, the Cuthbert House, to Robert Seeker, who owned the Liverpool House at the corner of Liverpool and Hwy. 2. Mr. Seeker reportedly purchased it for his son-in-law, James Gordon. Renamed the Gordon House, the establishment prospered, and earned a glowing reputation for the home-cooked meals prepared by Mrs. Susan Gordon. The dining room, now the office of MP Rene Soetens, was elaborately decorated with a plaster ceiling medallion, and alternating dark and light striped hardwood floor. A tavern was also located in the Gordon House, serving as a popular gathering place for local residents. The advent of the automobile and prohibition resulted in the decline of small hotels in Ontario villages, and the Gordon House was no exception. The Gordons' son, Robin, continued to operate the hotel after his parents' death. The war years provided a renewed, albeit short-lived, prosperity as rooms were let to war munitions plant workers. In May 1952, the Gordon House was sold, ending the family ownership it had enjoyed for so many decades. The hotel was then converted to a rooming house, and it fell into disrepair. In the late 1980s, new owners undertook extensive rehabilitation and renovation to both the interior and the exterior, and the hotel's former glory was allowed to shine through. The Gordon House, which now houses retail businesses, appropriately bears the name of its last innkeeper." "Building, Pickering Twp. Historic & New PAGE 18-A -THE NEWS ADVERTISER, WED., AUGUST S,. 1992 Dale Block dates back to the 1850s PICKERING VILLAGE - The building at 80, 82 and 84 Old Kingston Rd. in the Village of Pickering was originally a hotel known as Head's Hotel. Records indicate that Head's Hotel, owned and operated by Peter Head, was in existence in 1850. Peter Head operated the hotel into the 1880s and was then succeeded by innkeepers Andrew Mason, Thomas Major and D. O'Conner. In approximately 1874, the hotel was purchased by Edmund Wright who remodeled the hotel and transformed it into a store and residence, the residence being the unique octagon-shaped portion on the east side. Being a two-storey building measuring 60 feet by 70 feet, the Dale Block was the largest commercial building in the Village. This vas a very impressive building by comparison to most other buildings on the street, which were not nearly as detailed. While most of the ornamental detail along the parapet has now been removed, the octagon portion of the building still shows the fine brick detail and the original decorative wood trim remains on the porch. During the early years, many businesses were located in the Dale Block. Most of these businesses were either hardware stores, such as Reazin's Hardware or Dale's Hardware or dry-goods stores, one store being in the east side of the building the other in the west. However, two bakers, a physician, and a tailor (Nels Margach) ran their businesses from the Dale Block. The Dale Block at one time was also home to the News Office. The second floor was used as a hall and could seat 250 people. The hall was the meeting place for the local Independent Order of Oddfellows. Why the property became known as the Dale Block is not known. However, it is known that Christopher Dale operated a hardware store in the Dale Block from about 1881 to 1889, at which time he moved his family to Toronto. Christopher did eventually purchase the east half of the property in 1890. Shortly after his death in May, 1909 at age 69, his wife Eliza returned to Pickering Village to live with one of their daughters. The property remained in the family being past on to the children until 1916. Christopher Dale, the son of Richard Dale and Jane Dale (Valentine), was born and spent the early years of his life in Pickering. Richard Dale, formerly of Yorkshire, England, and Jane Dale (Valentine), formerly of Belfast, Ireland, settled in the Pickering area in the early 1820s. The Dale family were members of the Society of Friends. Christopher Dale and 11 other family-members are buried in the Society of Friends cemetery located on Mill St. in Pickering Village." "PAGE 4-THE NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY MAY 31,1992 Quaker meeting house as old as Canada This is the latest in a series of Living History articles being written by the Ajax Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee. AJAX - Located in Pickering Village at the southwest corner of Mill St. and Kingston Rd., this modest red brick building is our community's only surviving Quaker meeting house. Timothy Rogers, a Quaker from Connecticut, arrived in Upper Canada in 1801 with, his wife and most of his 15 children. In fulfilling a contract with the government, he brought 40 Quaker families with him and received land in exchange — thus the founding of Newmarket. With a vision of settling more of the Upper Canada wilderness and following what he felt was the Lord's guidance, he moved his family to Pickering in 1807. He paid $2 for each of the 800 acres he bought — virtually all the lands in Pickering Village from the south side of Kingston Rd. to the lakeshore. He immediately built the first saw mill on Duffins Creek at the foot of Mill St. On his return from a Society of Friends meeting in the United States, Mr. Rogers brought 20 Quaker families to settle in the Ajax-Pickering area. Many more followed, adding to the predominantly Quaker complexion of Pickering Village (then called the Village of Duffins Creek). Early worship meetings were held in his home. In an outbreak of cholera in 1810, Mr. Rogers lost his wife and seven of his children. In 1814, he donated seven acres for the site of a Quaker meeting house and burial ground. The Mill St. cemetery already held the remains of his lost loved ones. A frame meeting house was erected in 1819 and replaced with another frame structure on the same site in 1833. Mr. Rogers died in 1834 at the age of 78. His descendants went on to be successful businessmen and prominent members of the community — Rogers Cable and Rogers Fuel Oil. The frame meeting house was replaced with a brick building in 1867- at a cost of $6,000. On June 28 of that year, the First Session of Canada Yearly Meeting (Orthodox) was held here, drawing Quaker families from across Canada, the United States, England and Ireland. The brick meeting house was struck by lightning and burned in 1908. All records were lost; however, the roof was recreated and meetings resumed. The Quaker population declined over the following years, partly as a result of the loss to fire of the Quaker school, Pickering College. The gymnasium, known later as the Hermitage, was all that survived until it too was lost to fire only a few short years ago. The meeting house was put for auction in 1942 and was purchased by the Masons, who still use it today. The Ajax LACAC recently erected a plaque to commemorate the significance of this heritage building and the burial place of many of our community's pioneers. The Canadian Friends Historical Association graciously assisted in creating the wording for the plaque. It is important to recognize how rare heritage buildings of this nature are and the important function this meeting house served as the place of worship for the Quaker farmers an the predominantly Quaker residents. The Quaker Meeting House, now the Masonic Hall, is 125 years old this year. It's on the southwest corner of Hwy. 2 and Mill St., in Pickering Village." "BIRTH MARRIAGE DEATH INFORMATION from other sources 23" "MARRIAGES 1850 FANNY FOSTER to HENRY FRENCH in Essex 1862 JANE WISE to ALEXANDER MARGACH 1863 JOHN WISE to JENNET SUTHERLAND. 1868 ISAAC WISE to EUNICE LAURA GARDINER." "Name Residence Father Spouse Year Ref. WILSON Marth L. Reach Linton James KENT 1860 1:98 WILSON Martha N. Whitby James William OAXE 1864 2:26 WILSON Mary Pickering Joseph Chas TAYLOR 1864 2:25 IRWIN Mary Reach Rob WILSON Henry BUTSON 1868 3:26 WILLSON Mary S. Pickering Cornelius J. Sampson WEBB . 1869 3:44 WILSON Newrlck Pickering William Ann GILMAN 1866 2:6l WILLSON Oliver 0. Uxbridge Asher Susanna ANNES 1869 3:42 WILSON Olivia Pickering William James CUTTLE 1866 2:67 WILSON Rachel S. Pickering Joseph Frederick SWEE(T)MAN 1866 3:36 WILSON Richard Pickering George Sarah J. SADLER 1669 3:45 WILSON Robert Whitby John Jane Janet MILLER 1858 1:13 WILSON R. 0. Markham Thomas Helen W. HIND ?? I863 2:14 WILSON Sarah J. Darlington William Royal G. McGRIGOR 1867 3:15 JAMES Susan H. Pickering Robt WILSON James BEDSON 1858 1:27 WILSON Theresa Markham Jacob William CLENDENEN 1867 3:16 WILSON Thomas Whitby Hugh Mary Jane COWAN 1863 2:9 WILLSON Thomas Whitby William Jessie ARNALL 1866 2:66 WILSON Thos Reach Robert Martha-------- 1868 3:26 WILSON Wm D. Scugog John Mary J. POLARD 1862 1:206 WILSON Wm Henry Oshawa John Adelaide BOTSFORD 1867 3:10 WILTON Charles Scott Wm Margt HARRIS 1864 2:33 WIND John Reach Joseph Clarissa L. SMITH 1863 2:7 WINDMILL James Whitby Thomas Almira SARLES BENTLEY 1861 1:139 WINDSOR Robert Pickering Stephen Ann POETCHER 1861 1:137 WINSOR Silas Pickering Stephen Elizabeth FIDGET 1866 2:59 WINFIELD ? Fanny Georgina Wm REDITT 1863 2:18 WING James H. United States' Zakans . Sarah A. BROWN 1868 3:37 WINMORE Henry Pickering Moses Sena Ester WILLIAMS 1864 2:29 WINN Isabella Scugog Samuel Freeman LANING 1866 2:62 WINN Nancy Jane Scugog Samuel William AMBURY 1860 1:89 WINSOR, see WINDSOR WINTER, Mary A. Pickering Jacob Henry DUNN 1865 2;47 WISE, Isaac Pickering Robert Eunice Laura GARDINER 1868 3:20 WISE Jane Pickering Robert Alexander MARGACH 1862 1:188 WISE John J Pickering Robert Jennet SUTHERLAND 1863 2:4 WISMER Albertina Markham David James LOGEE 1862 1:201 WISMER Lydia E. Markham David Henry P. HUND 1862 1:201 WITHERS F. A. Oshawa John S. M. SPURREL 1868 3:26 WITTE Betheura Markham William Jeremiah FORSYTH 1859 1:70 WITTER Asa Pickering William Hannah WILLSON 1859 1:59 WICKSON Cinderella Uxbridge Joseph George GRAHAM 1860 1:100 WIXON Franklin Pickering Joseph Eleanor FORSYTH 1866 2:67 WIXON Nancy Jane Pickering Joseph Samuel BUNDY 1859 1:44 WODGE Harriet Whitby William John HARRIS 1859 1:60 BAYER Elizabeth Pickering David WODLANY Jno RUSSELL 1859 1:69 WONNACOTT John Oshawa William Mary Jane Thompson dewell/jewett 1862 1:211 WOOD Calvin Oshawa Calvin Sarah LAING 1859 1:72 WOOD Frederick Pickering Saml Ellen WOOLF 1860 1:105 WOOD John Reach Cyrus Caroline SHELL 1858 1:3 WOOD John Reach John Mary WOODCOCK 1862 1:180 WOOD Joseph Pickering George Mary Jane GRANT 1862 1:204 WOOD Mary A. Whitby Henry Thomas E. PILCHER 1865 2:46 WOOD Oswald Pickering George Hannah LISCOMB 1859 1:80 WOOD Samuel Darlington Samuel Mary HAMBLY 1861 1:136 WOOD Smith George Lindsay Agnes Matilda RUTTAN 1861 1:170 WOODCOCK Joel Reach Jacob Susan TUCKER 1860 1:89 WOODCOCK Joel Georgina Jacob Mary SMART 1865 2:43 WOODCOCK Mary Reach James John WOOD 1862 1:180 WOODCOCK M. A. Georgina Jacob Edward GRINDALL 1864 2:27 WOODCOCK Silvester Georgiana Jacob Elizabeth SMART 1860 1:130 WOODLEY William Darlington Charlotte FRANCIS 1866 2:74 WOODROW Catherine H. Beaverton Alexander Mark Leo CARLISLE 1868 3:36 WOODRUFF Eliza Ann Pickering Powel George YOUNG 1862 1:201 WOODRUFF Elizabeth Pickering Zelotas Harvey John HANEY 1868 3:20 WOODRUFF Hannah Pickering Powell Cornelius MARR 1865 2:40 89 This is taken from the Index to the Ontario County Marriage Register. The register may be consulted at the [. . .] 24" "CENSUS RECORDS 1861 DIVISION 2 PICKERING PG 95 JAMES and HANNAH BURK HILTS - M: 1869 James is 27 yrs old which gives him a Birthdate around 1834. Hannah is 26 yrs old which gives her a Birthdate around 1835. Her death date on the grave stone is November 6, 1869 which indicates she died at age 31. Child SARAH is listed as age 6 which gives her a Birthdate of 1855. Child James A. is listed as 4 yrs old which gives him a Birthdate of 1857. 1871 DIVISION 2 PG 68 JOHN and JENNET WISE - English origin - Married: 1863 John is 30 yrs old which gives him a Birthdate 1841. JENNETT is listed as 28 which gives her a Birthdate around 1843. Child Robert is listed as 7 yrs. old which gives him a Birthdate of 1864 Child Isaac is listed as 6 yrs old which gives him a Birthdate of 1865 Child_______is listed as 3 yrs. old wihich gives child a Birthday of 1868. 1871 DIVISION 2 PG 18 MARY IVES WISE - Widow Mary is 63 yrs old which gives her a Birthdate of 1808. Her death occurred in March 24, 1896 and she was 88 yrs. old according to the grave stone. She was born in England and was Wesleyan Methodist. Son ISAAC IS 26 yrs. old which gives him a Birthdate of 1845. He was born in Ontario of English descent and is Wesleyan Methodist. JESSIE STEPHENSON is listed as 21 yrs. hold which gives her a Birthdate of 1850. She died February 26,m 1926 at 76 yrs. She married JAMES HILTS. She is English and Wesleyan Methodist. 1871 DISTRICT 1 SKED 1 PG 80 JAMES HILTS is listed as a widower. He is 34 yrs. old which gives him a Birthdate around 1837. He was born in Ontario. Is an Innkeeper. He is French and Wesleyan Methodist. Child Sarah Ann is 16 yrs old which gives her a Birthdate of 1855." "Child James A. is 14 yrs. old which gives him a Birthdate of 1857. Wesley is 9 yrs. old which gives him a Birthdate of 1862." "DEATHS 1868 August 8 ROBERT WISE (67) Birthdate would be around 1801. 1869 November 6 HANNAH HILTS (wife of JAMES HILTS) (31 yrs). Birthdate would be around 1838 ""Farewell to husband and children dear. I'm not dead but sleeping here. When Christ shall call me I shall rise and hope to meet you in the skies."" 1896 March 24 MARY IVES WISE (88 yrs) Birthdate would be 1808. 1907 November 4/7 JANE WISE MARGACH (75) Birthdate would be around 1832 1916 February 6 ALEXANDER MARGACH (75 yrs) Birthdate would be around 1841 1947 NELSON MARGACH. Birthdate listed on grave stone at 1873. EUNICE L. (wife of ISAAC WISE) only on grave stone. No dates listed.." "FRIEND'S CEMETERY Mill Street, Pickering South Section 1. Chapman/ In loving memory of/ Florence H. Wright/ beloved wife of/ Miles S. Chapman/ 1877-1948/ Marker: FLORENCE 1A Chapman// (left side blank) / Miles S./ 1878-1959/ 2. Wright// Phebe Jane/ eldest daughter of/ Edmond & Hannah/ Wright/ 1858-1927/ She hath done what she could/ 3. Wright/ 4. Blessed are the pure in heart/ for they shall see God// In loving memory/of/ Hannah Dale/ wife of Edmond Wright/ who died/ 2nd 7th Mo.1901/ aged/ 65 y's 8 mo's 4 d's/ In loving memory/of/ Edmond Wright/ who died/ 3rd of 7th Mo. 190] aged/ 74 y'rs 13 d's/ Wright/ 5. Dickie// In memory of/ John Dickie/ died Aug. 13, 1913/ aged 59 years/ also hi£ wife/ Geraldine Wright/ died Sept. 22, 1923/ aged 62 years/ ""Earth has no sorrows/ that Heaven cannot heal"" / 3 c.m.""W"" 6. (3 head stones on one base) Rena F. Powell/ 1895 -......./ daughter of/ Woodruff/ & Mary/ Powell// Powell In memory of/ Woodruff/ Powell/ 1862-1932/ Powell/ In memory of/ Mary Richards/ wife of/ Woodruff/ Powell/ 1858-1955/ Powell/ 1 c.m.""P"" 7. Rogers/ In memory of/ Mabel E. Tripp/ wife of J. F. Rogers/ & Rev. Wm. Higgs/ Nov. 17, 1880 - Apr. 23, 1971/ 8. Rogers/ In memory of/ Joseph Franklin/ Rogers/ July 24, 1879 - Jan.21, 1911/ 9« Father/ In memory of/ Alexander/ Margagh/ who died/ 6th of 2nd Mo./ 1916/ aged 75 years/ j 10. Nelson Margagh/ 1873-19477 11. Mother/ In/memory of/ Jane Wise/ wife of/ Alex. Margagh/ who died/ 7th of 11th Mo. 1907/ aged 75 years/ 12. In memory of/ Rachel M. Woodruff/ beloved wife of/ Henry Powell/ who died/ 20th of 2nd Mo. 1885/ aged 52 years/ 1 mo & 3 d'ys/ (- J. & R.W., Whitby) 13. In/memory of/ Henry Powell/ who died/ 3rd of 2nd Mo. 1911/ in his 81st year/ 14. At rest/ In/loving memory of/ William James/ son of/ Thomas & Sarah/ Reazin/ who died/ 30th of 8th Mo. 1908/ aged 64 years/ 15. In/loving memory/of/ Sarah B./ wife of/ Thomas Reazin/ who died/ 4 month 25, 1882/ in her 81 year/ (- Lapp, Uxbridge) 16. In/ loving memory/of/ Thomas Reazin/ who died/ 9 month 19, 1882/ in his 85 year/ Marker: T.R. 17. In memory of/ William Wright/ born 1788/ in the County of/ Wexford,*Ireland/ died/ April 3, 1875/ aged 87 yrs/ Erected by his nephew/ Joshu[a] Wright/ (letter ""a"" broken off) 18. Mary Wright/ widow of/ William Wright/ died/ 6th of 7 month/ 1876/ in his 80th year/ A native of the Co. Wexford/ Ireland/ Friends Cemetery Mill St. Village of Pickering (Index) 17" "32. Marker: A.C. 33. In memory of/ Sarah Sparks/ who departed this/ life the 28th Feb./1842 aged 67/ years/ Wife of John Sparks/ 34. (bottom part of a stone only) __Jesus has called the mother home/ Her flesh lies mouldering in the tomo/ God grant her offspring may be blest/ and meet her in eternal rest/ (W. & L. - Whitby) 35. Marker: R.W. (or B.W. ?) 36. "" M.T. 37. (broken piece of stone) In memory....../ George................. 38. Our dau./ Mary E./ infant dau of/ W. & M. A. Gimblett/ died/ Mar. 23, 1873/ AE 14 mo's/ Sleep little baby sleep not in thy cradle bed/ Not on thy mother's breast/ but with the quiet dead/ 39. Marker: J.G. 40. (piece of stone, deteriorated)........wife and/....here y....../But 'tis....... He ca............ 41. In/ memory of/ William Metcalf/ who died/ Jan. 11, 1848/ aged/ 39 years/ A native of Yorkshire/ England/ Then let the worms demand their prey/ The greedy grave my reins consume/ With joy I drop my mouldering clay/ And rest till my redeemer comes/ (W. & L. - Whitby) 42. In memory of/ Hannah S./ wife of/ [Ge]orge J.(?).......................... 43. James Murray/ A native of/ Banffshire, Scotland/ died/ March 4, 1887/ aged 76 years/ 44. In memory of/ Mary Jane/ who died/ Sept. 2, 187.. / aged 5 v'rs/ & 7 mo's/ Charlotte who died/ Oct. 24, 1870/ aged 9 mo's/ & 8 d's/ Children of Thomas & Ann/ Marquis/ These lovely buds so young and fair/ Called home by early doom/ Came but to show how sweet the flowers/ In paradise could bloom/ (Reids - Newmarket) 45. In memory of/ Elizabeth Gibbon/ died Nov. 18, 1861/ aged 15 mos/ Wm. H. Gibbon/ ...........21, 1853/............(broken stone) 46. In memory of/ Ruben James/ son of/ Alex[‘]r & Jane/ Findlay/ who died/ Dec. 31, 1873/ aged/ 3 m's & 15 d's/ This little one but tasted/ the cup of pain and woe/ And then away he hastened/ where joys unceasing flow/ (J. & R.W. - Whitby) 47. In memory of/ Willie John/ son of/ Alex[‘]r & Jane/ Findlay/ who died/ Sept. 17, 1873/ aged 13 m's/ Beneath this sod now lies this form/ That to us was dear and lovely/ Whose sparkling eyes increased our joy/ But now they're gone and we are lonely/ (J. & R.W. - Whitby) 48. In memory of/ Joseph/ son of/ Alex[‘]r & Jane/ Findlay/ who died/ May 7, 1870/ aged 1 day/ Take this little lamb said He/ and lay him on my breast/ Protection it shall find in me/ And be forever blest/ . (J. & R. W. - Whitby) 49. …………………..(broken stone)………Blessed are the dead/ who die in the Lord// Erected by/ Isaac Wise/ (Johnson & Hawken - Whitby) 50...........7 yrs ^ mo/ & 22 ds/ Mortals look down, view a worm of earth/ I think yourselves the same/ Old Methodist Cemeter Elizabeth St. Village of Pickering (Index) 25" "51. In memory of/ Elizabeth/ wife of/ George Leng/ died/ Aug. 2, 1857/ aged 65 years/ A mother in Israel is gone/ The winter of trouble is past/ The storms of affliction are o'er/ Her struggle is ended at last/ 52. In memory of/ Margaret/ wife of/ John Leng/ died/ Nov. 20, 1862/ aged 33 years/ Farewell my husband & children dear/ I am not dead but sleeping here/ As I am now so you must be/ Prepare in time to follow me/ 53. In memory of/ James/ son of/ George & Martha/ Leng/ died 14th June 1877/ aged 20 yrs 4 mo/ But is he dead? No, no, he lives I His happy spirit flies/ to heaven above/ and there receives the long expected prize/ In/ memory of/ Marv Ives/ relict of the late/ Robert Wise/ who died/ Mar. 24th 1896/ aged 88 y'rs 6 mo/ Only sleeping/ In/ memory of/ Eunice L./ beloved wife of/ Isaac Wise/ 56. James/ beloved son of George/ & Elizabeth Leng/ died January 16, 1854/ aged 18 years/ Our son is gone before/ To that celestial shore/ He hath left his mates behind/ He hath all the storms outrode/ and found the rest/ we toil to find/ (Yale, Toronto) 57. In memory of/ Jane/ wife of/ Robt. Monney/ died/ April 7, 1858/ aged 33 years/ Farewell my husband and children dear/ I am not dead but sleeping here/ As I am now so you must be/ Prepare yourselves to follow me/ There is rest in Heaven/ In/ memory of/ Robert Wise/ who died/ Aug. 8, 1868/ aged/ 67 years/ & 6 mo's/ Farewell to wife and children dear/ I am not dead but sleeping here/ When Christ shall call me I shall rise/ And hope to meet you in the skies/ (W. & L. - Whitby) Farewell/ In/ memory of/ George Hart/ who died/ Mar. 26, 1859/ aged/ 50 y'rs 11 mo's & 25 d'ys/ I will both lay me down in peace/ and sleep; for thou Lord only makest me/ dwell in safety/ (J. & R.W. - Whitby) 60. Gone but not forgotten/ In/ memory of/ John Littlejohn/ who departed this life/ Mar. 20, 1890/ aged 69 y'rs & 6 ms/ also his wife Mary/ died Dec. 20, 1895/ aged 74 years/ As I am now so you shall be/ Therefore prepare to follow me/ (M. & H. - Whitby) 61. Gone home/ In memory of/ Maria/ beloved wife of/ Rob Glaves Raley/ who died at Dunbarton, Ont./ Feb. 13, 1877/ aged 24 y'rs/ And when on earth I breathe no more/ The prayer oft mixed with tears before/ I'll sing upon a happier shore/ Thy will be done/ f(J.J. & R.W. - Whitby) 62. Farewell/ In/ memory of/ Hannah/ wife of/ James Hilts/ who died/ Nov. 6, 1869/ aged/ 31 years/ Farewell to husband and children dear/ I am not dead but sleeping here/ When Christ shall call me, I shall rise/ and hope to meet you in the skies/ (W. & L. - Whitby) 63..........xon....../died/........27, 1857/ .......62 years/ 64. In memory of/ William Stoner/ who died/ Nov'r 13, 1873/ aged/ 5.0 (?) y'rs 2 mo's/ I think in this world he still remains/ If only to meet to part again/ And when we reach/ the heavenly shore/ Those who once meet will part no more/ (Reids' - Newmarket) 65. Farewell/ In memory of/ Michael Reed/ died/ September 24, 1886 aged/ 50 years/ 10 months/ At rest from his labours and his works follow him/ (A. W. Anderson - Oshawa) Old Methodist Cemeter Elizabeth St. Village of Pickering (Index) 26" "[Highlighted Text as follows:] J. Hilts 50 Mrs. Gardiner 72" "Dear Neighbour, Once again, the Pickering East Shore Community Association (P.E.S.C.A.) will be participating in Bay Ridges' own Frenchman's Bay Festival. This year we take delight in joining forces with the Pickering Library and the Pickering Museum to present you with a historical record of the area, brought to you in the form of photos, maps, artifacts and so forth. This display will be located, along with a host of other activities, at the East Shore Community Centre. Sunday, June 12, 1994 — rain or shine! But we need your help too . . . Most of our newer residents have no idea that there was once a fashionable boardwalk at the foot of Liverpool, and a lighthouse nearby. They don't know that rum-runners used the Bay as ""smuggler's cove"" during prohibition; that three-masted schooners used to ply their trade here; that the north end used to lie in the shadow of grain elevators. Old photos of these and other scenes still exist in the hands of many of our older residents and their kin. We are appealing to you to share your history and memories with us so that we can all get to know our town a little better. What can you do? There are two ways in which you can assist Pickering in recording its rich historical images for the benefit of generations to come. The first is by outright donation to the History Room of the Pickering Library. This space has been environmentally engineered to preserve paper and other artifacts from the ravages of time. Secondly, - - as it is often difficult to part with these materials, could we borrow them for professional reproduction - - then return them to you, unharmed? Either way, the material will become a part of the permanent record of our town, available for education, curiosity, or just plain reflection upon days gone by. Show us your roots, and help your neighbours to put some down, too. For further information, please call me at 839-1221. Thanks for your interest. Yours truly, Tom Thomas Mohr, President, P.E.S.C.A. Pickering East Short Community Association PESCA" "Frenchmans Bay, 1890 as early as 1816 and were replaced by Wellers coaches in the 1830's. In Pickering stage lines ran up the Brock Road and across the sixth and ninth concessions to connect with Markham lines. Winter stage coaches equipped with a stove came into existence and by 1834 there were five coaches a week from Toronto to Kingston. An advertisement read: ""Montreal, Kingston and York mail stages leave Montreal, Kingston and York every day except Saturday and Sunday at four A. M. and arrive the following day. All baggage at the owners risk. Fare from Kingston to York $6.00, baggage, 30 lbs and under free."" During the summer Lake navigation was often used in preference to the coaches which sometimes had a rough passage. In low places logs would be used to prevent the coaches from sinking into the mud, ""whole, hetacombs of trees were sacrificed to form a corrugated causeway of their round trunks, laid side by side, over which wagons could be slowly dragged, or bumped, any attempt at speed being checked by an immediate symptom of approaching dissolution of vehicle.""* William Weller ran the Royal Mail line four horse coaches, the most famous line, and personally drove one trip from Toronto to Montreal (360) miles in 35 hours and 40 minutes, with changes of horses at inns such as Skaes Corner. Oshawa or Posts Inn, just east of Pickering Village. * In Tweedsmuir History of Pickering, article on Transportation. 82 The hall, Post Manor, 1961 In 1833 a steamer left Prescott every day for Toronto, Hamilton and Niagara but at this time the population was not large enough to make such a line profitable. However, by 1 840 there were fifty steamers on the lake. Among the most popular was the Chief Justice Robinson, a 400 tonner, plying between Toronto and Niagara with a stop at Hamilton. In 1842 the Bethune line was established and a little later the Royal Mail line with three ships. Princess Royal, City of Toronto and Sovereign. They operated between Kingston and Toronto. 83" "Frenchmam Bay, Tavern, 1861 Avis residence, 1961 provide six clean comfortable beds, to provide liquor, ale, beer or cider, to be kept by sober respectable persons and to respect the Lords Day. If the tavern was on the Kingston Road it might be licensed if it had four bedrooms, two sitting rooms and four beds elsewhere. Storekeepers were not permitted to sell liquor. A number of new schools were built in the School Sections at Greenwood, Dunbarton, Kinsale. Audley, Cherrywood. Brougham. Mt. Zion, Base Line, Brock Road, Pickering Village and the Whitby-Pickering Townline Union School. Many of these schools, the product of the prosperity and increased population of the 1850's, continued in use for another century. One of the important actions taken by the old administration had been to set an assessment with which the township must meet the cost of education. Under the York County by-law which imposed a tax of £2,279. 3s 7d, Pickering Township paid £5€, 6s. 3d. To make the tax more equitable the county was divided into school circuits with their own inspectors and sub-treasurers in 1850. The electoral ridings were to be the boundaries of the school circuit and £100 was levied on the circuit to pay for the inspector and £5 for collection of the tax. By-law no. 47 passed by the Township Council in 1853 provided for the assessment of school sections to pay teachers' salaries. Section 3, which 114 Jonathan Holmes, teacher, 1857 is now part of Area 2 was assessed £25. * Fees were still 1s. 3d. per pupil per month and teachers salaries £50 to £80 per year. In Toronto they were about £ 120. By 1860 the pattern of modern elementary school education had been pretty well established. Each school section elected its trustees who were responsible for the maintenance of the school and the payment of teachers' salaries. The school tax, supplemented by a somewhat capricious provincial grant, was collected by the township. Educational supervision was carried out by the local clergy until Provincial Inspectors were appointed. Even after confederation, in 1867, education remained a responsibility of the provinces. The principal new development was the addition, in 1909 of a continuation school at Claremont. In 1948 a District High School was organized with a board * In I960 it cost the equivalent of about £40 to educate one child for one year. 1960 teachers salaries average about S4.000. 115" "CHAPTER XIV OVER THE HUMP The boom in wheat prices produced by the Crimean War came to an end in 1857 and the results of an over optimistic expansion program began to be felt throughout Upper Canada and, especially in Pickering Township. Lumber prices had already begun to decline and logs for the sawmills were becoming a little harder to get as the land was cleared farther and farther back; while the opening of the British market to Baltic timber made the rough products of Canadian mills less acceptable than the more finely finished lumber from European mills. However, Canadian demand remained good and the Americans continued to take Canadian lumber. People were beginning to complain that crops were not as good as they had been, that the land was ""running out."" However all the complaints were soon forgotten with the outbreak of the American Civil War. At first there was some uncertainty about Canada's position in the conflict but this soon became clear and war orders from the northern United States kept mills humming and encouraged farmers to put more land into wheat. The American war, as all wars have done, hastened industrialization and by the time it was finished the day of the schooner as a serious competitor to the steamship was almost over. This worked a hardship on any prospect of ship building in Pickering based on its lumbering industry. The railways, too, had improved in every way. Better engines, more comfortable carriages, larger freight cars and heavier tracks combined with the experience which men had accumulated in their operation made railroads not the handmaidens but the competitors of the lake carriers. Pickering had a much larger interest in promoting Frenchmans Bay as a port than it had in the Grand Trunk Railway, so several efforts were made to restore and improve the harbor facilities in 128" "ISAAC WISE 1845-1928 GREAT GRANDPA ISAAC WISE AND GREAT GRANDMA SARAH ANN WISE ARE BOTH BURIED IN MT. HOPE CEMETERY IN SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA. They are buried next to each other. SARAH ANN WISE 1860-1912" COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO GREGORY J. SMRR ASSESSORIRECOROERICOUNTY CLERK Y.p co .FdE�V' f u ..x s.Mlv..�w�u e.``RR((,,in•.•u•4pw••.. ateRTn.M Oe VV.LC Me TJI Y �—'vm rvrtu rtn.mrtr -1LnI N°n.N MI.. L ue., w _ —y_ ... _. x ITAIDAMP ei [erx 1 mks w� r .. r POLL NGM9. `-#J.[V .Lr.. w`• ft�"�• r r y PEMMIIZL PARTICULARS .. _ ._ ..._ w^a.A §b A - E6. bmi.d:— fpe os iL T✓ 1< 1 2[F 1 J� 121E �Iffi1 e 1.� 7 e...r I. IN�— I s � ,;r, v7 I t ,,,• L r Ir w�PH� n� �.. -- ter IIV ,.A It or .xln or e, o..Mitt I.x 11. _ (Mr Of yy. J... R t _ (Y ` f M' I... .e{�i! ..$m' mei'1. a.C'.` euyh Funet 1_hrlo 1. 7ti L LAIihe4uBatlMlMo]pYdNe RbN 1 �lilaue Neaaal,IJUANatl 32MR _ - ouneRem�ae�. JUN 232DO00 !Y L 4--1;1D f - WwdxlCoudy CleM ir�O?c°c°`11"iv Sen ftiepo Ceumy,Ca�lanla II (. pQ4 I. . �..�� o• 2.::'.•L- T,Yi •Yi::f3 . a'. -.i. T.-. ii C-Tii-l. 1 1 � -.v .. "MT. HOPE CEMETERY PERSONNEL TOLD US WHEN WE VISITED THE GRAVE SITES FOR THE FIRST TIME IN 2000, THAT BEFORE GREAT GRANDPA ISAAC WISE PASSED AWAY, HE REQUESTED THAT GREAT GRANDMA SARAH ANN WISE BE RE-INTERED NEXT TO HIM. SO NOW THEY ARE BOTH SIDE BY SIDE. IT WAS A VERY SOLEMN MOMENT FOR ALL OF US AS WE GATHERED AT THESE GRAVE SITES THAT MAMA ELIZABETH WISE MOKIAO WAS LOOKING FOR MANY YEARS. WE WERE HAPPY AND SAD AT THE SAME TIME, BECAUSE SHE WAS NOT ABLE TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS PRECIOUS DISCOVERY. BUT WE ARE REJOICING BECAUSE THEY ARE ALL REUNITED IN GLORY BEFORE THE LORD JESUS CHRIST. THANK YOU LORD! 2" ... _ , -_ _ . -... , COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO ") GREGORY J. SM" ASSESSORRRECOROERICOUMY CLERK ,..A„e, 405 676 PLAZIM on ee..nl CA JjSta8 A ESTATE. BOAHn OF HMAlWA II&TISTIce ORIGINAL .,a Will yt �. .�.� � �� c�a � �i1ff8951 •. A. Illpla AN TAIXII.. 11 D1.1 _ ._lava 1 G nay, - IA, An �y+ FfiA`TH H FAD w_ 1912 L y 7 _. 29 HgFlga14EN . EALiX _._= na.4. ila[I[atNppeNflapa%MtAp,nmOf ♦, c°uyay IIl, paualt+aeaLlmpAMMlnpmple Ink q - o oiueReeomna JUN EE2040 # r 4 r .v SanaEell UWY. CaN hOPco cw"[v " i+a1=' San o°gocalartv.caxune ,ice; 011, /'. "In Loving Memory WILLIAM W. WISE SR. 1894 1977 William W. Wise Sr. William Wallace Wise Sr., 83, of 503 N. First St., El Cajon, a projectionist at the California Theater for 41 years before retiring in 1971, died Monday in a hospital. He also had been a projectionist at the Ramona Theater. Mr. Wise, a naturalized U.S. citizen from Pickering, Ontario, Candada and a county resident for 68 years, served in the U.S. Army during World War I. He was a member of the Darius-San Diego Chapter 61 of the Royal Arch Masons, San Diego Commandey 25 of the Knigths Templar, Al Bahr Shrine and Projectionists Union Local 297, of which he was a past president and business agent. Surviving are his wife, the former Dorthy I. Kelly; three sons: Robert W. of La Mesa, William W. Jr. of El Cajon, and Donald H. of Lemon Grove; nine grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. The family suggests contributions to the Shriners Crippled children’s Hospital. Masonic services will be at 11 a.m. today in Featheringill College Center Chapel under the auspices of San Diego Lodge 35, F&AM, of which he was a member. Burial will be in Greenwood Memorial Park. WISE William W. Jr., died February 1,1994. Born December 30,1920. Preceded in death by wife, Noel Wise. Survived by daughter, Carole (Leonard) Wolf; son, Richard Wise; 2 granddaughters, Heather and Jennifer Zornow. No services planned. Cremation by Neptune Society. REMEMBERING YOUR LOVED ONE William Wise is the son of Isaac Wise and Sarah Ann Hilts Wise. His wife is Dorothy. Both are buried at Greenwood Cemetery in San Diego, California." COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO GREGORY J. SMRH ASSESSORIRECORDER]COUNTY CLERK 77x11"FICAT60: DFATX sDOG iNe b911stt191W mpyNMn9w9 380512 119bwe9weWL271M9nMPdlu r rn `WALLACE T MN. RxwNl. A W maim WALLACE :NI58 SR. VovenEe[u$9M�•V))- %+�` 4 •®•.••• Ben OIe99Counry,Cillbmie ��D caD'r x vYq[I1 '1996 T. IL`L Gw 0 8] Iex1eCay6a Unions pe. r[ea4 9Swab W soon, uie Canada Axm Hilts C.naft u .« .^...y GSPµw.n,[ $Sdbin]OSdrt Yet4d' Do[¢w IRe — "Pp `"n ..... I Pro ee[loetet 9 ISfo LWa Motion flat'[, Projection .w¢ww.m-nu er wu x mo.nnnmun,x nrm ...nry�.rn..o r��m... ...ten �.. _ MCI SS Cajon Vail" Xuplbl � 1688 fr Win MATO IF a. on ¢.a.. Bio, [wm }x ..,__.. .. .. b I 6Pn68 SS h]w Sm Me9eUSUAL .~•r_�sn' „ w2nw1F YI. POPOENCE m iYe w. 563 North Met SO Do[a Nf Vlna Soy Sr First Greece, Greece,Sea 61 La]Pw ?Die" California 61 Caen, Calif. n 5.•�.O.ri%%uE� i>74 ileea)� OR a. .. ..,. CEATIRWAro:i ...w 3W ^—• hc.l fe / 15 .............— .?r yo nen[ w Too Bueial••••�• I18/1/19]> Ga8w e110. fa[kyr...�.«.�riH1�. an - .. war w. AssCOV e,iw n.m..m9ui vexmeq 'I nNOV'97] s47. ..,. w Y a M a [Jury � waex,nax I ri iNe b911stt191W mpyNMn9w9 380512 119bwe9weWL271M9nMPdlu pi [ot{yr T MN. RxwNl. A W NxaleM.Cwi6YCM9 %+�` 4 •®•.••• Ben OIe99Counry,Cillbmie ��D caD'r "In Loving Memory WILLIAM W. WISE SR. 1894 1977 TOGETHER AGAIN DOROTHY L. WISE 1897 1978" COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO GREGORY J. SMITH ASSESSONRECOROENCOUNTY CLERK [ERIIFICATE OF DEATH RoaG �A-1 AaRAl STATE FICATElaenu 1M 380517 WatiOp NO, MVIWm@d IPw;k Ink. dthem'r. JUL 212000 � i cou9ay i R9miaetmp°NYCINw ® Hn MpoEpuNY.CNibmle 1�Fco CO�^ ¢OPVMY[WX¢ WIN; Upt. 30 1978 0720 YWI�G M l �a pt, ll, 1N7 BS•�"• e Yb i X Ymeu nwvv..e°i• ZA 571-22-4279�Ir laneea �..-.. nXwewlfv �Tm�......n.... I.1fil .,,_1�1.-n..�en�.. smx. pt st. /sl'f 5]G 1m - _._. -...._.. sm pLDinaluufnmiss. Rm[eu3ee, 4C., SEA .n 5 s..aama a. r.vt ¢t Alenyv)Lp aosnfeu am gine ¢1 h1en, Caltfaen" 93021 .P ................ I....._.._...._ ..IF n.... I. I 168E E. b1v street 81 Cajon rye ,,.u` ;.... 11m�a••,�Y.Yll�tt,��,.,�ed q OF A i .�Ir VIA ACIIA'„ e 5XllLtl T IN t � 39�iP 1 ria �rf5,m mkwAl” j, ,,..w.......-... .... ,...« nIt, .— rv..n..l...r.......n.....�..u..e"un.n..n:n.. n.,m-.......„nw...Tn.y our • All vuwaa Nn P k�Sft' DINA h. ^-.�?'� ]Q•/6 dwm-4- f i fig •,OCT: f PGiN9INGILL Np8111MY g�... nslsnn L� x 1M 380517 WatiOp NO, MVIWm@d IPw;k Ink. dthem'r. JUL 212000 � i cou9ay i R9miaetmp°NYCINw ® Hn MpoEpuNY.CNibmle 1�Fco CO�^ "HEADSTONES IN THE FRIENDS CEMETERY IN PICKERING, ONTARIO, CANADA JANE WISE MARGACH SISTER OF ISAAC NELSON SON OF JANE WISE MARGACH" "THE STORY OF ALONZO DE GEAR WISE IN HONOLULU, HAWAII Our Grandpa Alonzo De Gear Wise, left Canada sometime in the early 1900's to help his Uncle James A. Hilts who had come to Honolulu to redo the Iolani Palace throne room. It seems that at the same time Great Grandpa Isaac Wise and Grand Uncle Howard Wise also came along to work here in Hawaii. The other family members came around 1903 and stayed in Hawaii for a short time. It is told that Great Grandpa Isaac Wise worked fro Matson Navigation Company, however in the research we have not found any documentation verifying this employment. It is also told that Great Grandpa Isaac Wise also worked for the Honolulu Trolley Company. This has not been verified as yet. It is also told that he lost a leg while employed with one of these companies. This information has not been verified. It is also told that Grandpa Alonzo Wise was in the Queen's army during the annexation, but this has not been verified. Grandpa Alonzo Wise also worked as a painter and architect working on such buildings as the Hawaii Theater, St. Louis College and several homes in the Diamond Head area. Grandpa Alonzo Wise was born May 2, 1877 in Ontario, Canada. Parents were Isaac Wise and Sarah Ann Hilts Wise. His nationality was listed as French Canadian. Grandpa Alonzo Wise was married three times: 1. Miriam Paulo. They had one child (daughter). Both mother and child died at delivery. 2. Rebecca Hawele Akeo in Honolulu on September 20, 1914. They had Seven Children: William Howard Wise, born 7/26/1907, died 8/23/1979; Walter Isaac Wise; born 5/23/1908, died 1/20/1970; Iwalani Sarah Ann Wise; born 9/12/1911, died 3/28/2001 Edward Sonny Wise, born 10/5/1912, died 4/25/1945; Elizabeth Wise; born 3/5/1914, died 3/19, 1997; Elsie Edith Wise; born 10/15/1916, died 9/15/1973' John Waiau (Wise) Williams; born 6/19/1918, died 12/31/1987. 3. Mary Wills. No children." GRANDPA ALONZO DE GEAR WISE; UNCLE WILLIAM HOWARD WISE (Son of Alonzo Wise); WILLIAM HOWARD WISE JR. (Son of Uncle Willy). Three generations taken on the steps of Uncle Willy's home. Puce or mnxx¢ve v..v mop olvPEr Of _._rmL�>_. ..v EOIOA.�O Of ...w. 44r7 d uw _ 4f wmNxnl¢...m lcT.ve� TERRITORY OF HAWAII �){; j RECORD OF MARRIAGE eamu e m POP.........Y4 <—...e-...._... c+•t___.._...._.._ em: m...._. g.� uunlcau MOT 6& a,x„a.._SEP_'_ 11314 _:o PIPE.......5U..415;r._ D STANDARD CERTIFICATE OF DEATH V. A..Ai. CA•. exx.—_574 ._ cityTiti a_— 9e - — ., .__ . time _. i,.DE .,..':.... AM1 M,"it eL FUlf ....,e �_r 14i�— eo - ..Mki C.A,.i.DA.,,CULARc � y.,mwo.AL,A.D . 14 a . .mai Im C a- r. -s.( ,a vo arurwr Wr MY, µ:..n�® (�a.un�salw r20 1 — cin 1 lav°° �y��)� e.rr Y -'-ram. 06: 1;1936 2wvtLn4e19_ f; GRANDMA REBECCA HAWELE AKEO, spouse of ALONZO DE GEAR WISE. "THE FAMILY OF WILLIAM HOWARD WISE William Howard Wise was born 7/26/1907 in Honolulu, Died 8/23/1979 in Ventura, California and is buried at Ivy Lawn Cemetery. First marriage to Annie K. Kauanui. Had Seven Children. William H. Wise Jr., born 6/16/1927, died 4/29/1991; Florence Iwalani K. Wise, Born 9/8/1928, died 9/29/1993; Edwin Kahakupoolani Wise, born 11/13/1929; Milton Harry Wise, born 5/26/1932; Walter H. Wise, born 6/6/1935, died 6/11/1935; Lee Jada Kalani Wise, born 8/2/1937; James Nathan Haaheo Wise, bom 2/8/1941. Second marriage to Kazuko Gushiken. Had Three Children: Danny Wise, bom 2/10/ 1959; Nancy Emiko Wise, bom 5/15/1961; John Dean Wise, bom 7/3/1963." rI i rI "THE FAMILY OF WALTER ISAAC WISE Walter Isaac Wise was born 5/23/1908 in Honolulu. Died 1/20/1970. First marriage to Rebecca Pihe in 5/18/1938. Adopted one child Walter Isaac Wise. Second marriage to Haunani Judd in 9/23/1944. No children." "THE FAMILY OF IWALANI SARAH ANN WISE Iwalani Sarah Ann Wise was born 9/12/1911. Died 3/28/2001 First Marriage to George Ah Sen K. Mokiao in 1928. Had Six Children: Archibald Alozo Mokiao, born 8/25/1928. Died 6/18/1933. Harold A. S.K. Mokiao, born 8/26/1929. Winona Rachel Mokiao, born 5/29/1931, died 12/11/1933. Elsie Edith Kuulei Mokiao; born 1/1/1934; Richard Walter Mokiao, born 7/9/1935. Died 2/26/1937. Second Marriage to Israel Kamoku. Had one child; John Wise Kamoku" akeo� �44 "THE FAMILY OF EDWARD SONNY WISE Edward Sonny Wise was born 10/5/1912, Died 4/25/1945. Married to Daisy Kila. Had one child. Edward Waiau Wise." "THE FAMILY OF ELIZABETH WISE Elizabeth Wise was born 3/5/1914. Died 3/19/1997. First marriage to Joseph Kauwale on 11/23/1929. Had three children: Ella Meilani Kauwale; born 6/19/1930; Joseph Kauwale Jr; born 1/23/1993; Elizabeth Marie Kauwale; born 9/7/1936; died 1939; Second marriage to George A.S.K. Mokiao. No children." �. �f �.: �=y: .... _: g.. �`�. "THE FAMILY OF ELSIE EDITH WISE Elsie Edith Wise was born 10/15/1916 in Honolulu. Died 9/15/1973. First marriage to Stephen Gumpher. No children. Second marriage to August Padeken Sr. Had Six Children: Esket C. Padeken; born 8/8/1945; August M. Padeken; born 4/20/1947; Daniel W. Padeken; born 1/31/1949; Francis G.T. Padeken; born 12/19/1952; Fredrick Padeken; born 6/20/1954; Elsie R. Padeken; born 1/15/1956;" \ CAW "THE FAMILY OF JOHN WAIAU (WISE) WILLIAMS (He was adopted by the Williams Family) John Waiau (Wise) William was born 6/19/18. Died 12/31/1987. First marriage to Harriet Nunes. Had one daughter. Janice Wise. Second marriage to Bernice Wong. Had one son. John W. Williams Jr." "Picure taken at Aunty Elsie Padeken's home in Maili, during the celebration of Grandma Rebecca's birthday. L/R: Elsie Wise Padeken, William Howard Wise, Grandma Rebecca, Walter Isaac Wise. 9" "WISE FAMILY PICTURE TAKEN AT THE KAUAUA FAMILY REUNION AT MAKAHA SHERTON GROUNDS IN 1978, MAKAHA, OAHU, HAWAII.. 13" WISE FAMILY PICTURE TAKEN AT THE AKEO FAMILY REUNION AT SAND ISLAND, HONOLULU ON AUGUST 26,1995. N,.qq �___ � � r� _ .5 may..' G._. Ww}.�. "OUR FAMILY IN PICKERING, ONTARIO, CANADA IN 1994 Family members making the trip to Pickering included: Iwalani Sarah Ann Wise Kamoku, daughter of Alonzo Wise; Granddaughter of Isaac and Sarah Ann Wise; Elizabeth Wise Mokiao, daughter of Alonzo Wise; Granddaughter of Isaac and Sarah Ann Wise; Meilani Kauwale McComber, daughter of Elizabeth; Elsie Mokiao Kihano, daughter of Iwalani Sarah Ann; Donald McComber Sr., spouse of Meilani; Donald McComber Jr., son of Meilani; Margaret Kapua Kauwale, daughter-in-law of Elizabeth; Mary Kenoi, relative of Iwalani. The following snapshots were taken during the Historical dedication of the building that housed Great Grandpa Isaac and Great Grandma Sarah Ann Wise business. During a moment of the ceremony, a group of Canadian Ducks flew in formation over the building. Everyone was in awe and we accepted it as a special blessing from the Lord Jesus. NOTE: If anyone would like to name the individuals in the photos, please be our guest." "L-R Meilani McComber Elsie Kihano, Elzabeth Mokiao, Iwalani Kamoku Sitting: Mary Kendi Elizabeth Mokiad & Iwalani Kamoku. Standing: Margaret Kauwale, Meilani & Donald Mccomber, Elsie Kihand & L-R. Elsi Kihano Meilani McComber" Li r „vp .M1 f a� 1 cnf FOUND a ae YI[WIM u 1 . _ 1x "OUR FAMILY MEETS IN SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA JULY 29, 2000 In the year 2000, we encouraged Milton and Leimomi to do some research to located our descendants graves in San Diego. We knew that they lived there and thanks to them we were able to gather in San Diego in 2000 to visit the gravesites for the first time. We also had several gatherings before and after with family members living in San Diego one of which was the delicious seafood buffet at a sea food restaurant. THOSE ATTENDING THE EVENT: Meilani McComber, Donald McComber and Donald McComber Jr. Elsie Kihano, Debra Palakiko, Nani Palakiko; Milton Wise, Leimomi Wise; Charles and Jennifer Mokiao with son Charles III; Barbara Allen and Debbie Baker. Milton and Leimomi Wise located the gravesites for Great Grandpa Isaac Wise and Great Grandma Sara Ann Wise. They also found the burial site for Grand Uncle William Wise and his wife Dorothy Wise. The following photos were taken at several events." "OUR FAMILY MEETS IN SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA JULY 29, 2000 In the year 2000, we encouraged Milton and Leimomi to do some research to located our descendants graves in San Diego. We knew that they lived there and thanks to them we were able to gather in San Diego in 2000 to visit the gravesites for the first time. We also had several gatherings before and after with family members living in San Diego one of which was the delicious seafood buffet at a sea food restaurant. THOSE ATTENDING THE EVENT: Meilani McComber, Donald McComber and Donald McComber Jr. Elsie Kihano, Debra Palakiko, Nani Palakiko; Milton Wise, Leimomi Wise; Charles and Jennifer Mokiao with son Charles III; Barbara Allen and Debbie Baker. Milton and Leimomi Wise located the gravesites for Great Grandpa Isaac Wise and Great Grandma Sara Ann Wise. They also found the burial site for Grand Uncle William Wise and his wife Dorothy Wise. The following photos were taken at several events." "2000 – Gathering in San Diego, Cal. L-R: Debra (Kihano) Palakiko, Elsie Kihano & Deserée Palakiko 1st Cousins Don McComber Jr. Debbit Palakiko & Charles Mokiao Jr." "Don Jr, Meilani & Donald McComber Sr. L-R: Back- Leimomi Wise Jennifer Mokiao, Don & Meilani McComber Elsie Kihand, Donald McComber Sr. & Charles Mokiad Jr." "“We’ve found Great-Grandparents- Isaac & Sarah Ann Wise!” Milton Wise, Debbie Palakikd, Meilani, Leimomi Wise, Nani Palkiko & Elsie Don McComber Jr. joins the party." "In front of William Wallace Wise Sr. & Wife Dorothy. Younger son of Isaac & Sarah Ann Wise. 1st Cousins of Alonzo DeGear Wise’s Grandchildren." Milton + Leimomi Wise.. Son of William Howard Wise Sr. Joseph Kauwale Jr. at Grandfather Alonzo's gravesite in Honolulu. He cleaned and made two flower vases at site. "OUR FAMILY AT THE AKEO FAMILY REUNION AT SAND ISLAND, OAHU IN 1995. ELIZABETH WISE MOKIAO: 5 GENERATIONS Hulale Kauwale, great granddaughter; Elizabeth (holding Great Great Granddaughter, Daysha Kauwale, Son, Joseph Kauwale; Granddaughter Denise Kauwale Medeiros. Sons of Elsie Wise Padeken; Frederick Padeken and August Padeken with hat." "The family of Elizabeth Wise (Kauwale) Mokiao Standing: Josette, Don Sr., Kepakula, Hulale Kumukoa, Les + Denise. Sitting: Marge, Meilani Elizabeth holding Daysha & Joseph. Five Generations Hulale Kauwale Elizabeth Mokiao Daysha Kauwale Joseph Kauwale Sr. + Denise Medeiros Fred & August Padeken Jr. Sons of Elsie Wise Padeken (Daughter of Alonzo D. Wise)" "Abreen & Danny Padeken + Fred. Family of Elsie (Wise) Padeken. Back: August Jr., Friend Danny, Fred + Son Lopaka, Cheyenne + Daughter, Son of August. Front: Charmaigne wife of August, Abreen Wife of Danny + Daughter Arlette, Daughter-in-Law of August and Francis Padeken." Family of William Howard Wise - The Wise family of Honolulu "OUR FIRST WISE FAMILY REUNION AND SAND ISLAND, HONOLULU MAY 11, 2001 We just want to thank Elsie Mokiao Kihano for directing and guiding this First Wise Reunion. It is a tremendous task. We also want to thank all the family members who participated and gave with LOVE all the cooperation that was needed. Because so many cared and so many became involved, it was a tremendous success. The following photo attest to the JOY and LOVE that was shared that weekend." "OUR BELOVED FATHER ALONZO DE GEAR WISE" Iii A v 131P '04 A "Meilani and son Monte McComber Sr. Wife Helen & Granddaughter Kelii-Aria. Elsie & brother John Kamoku Niece - Cheryl Kila grandson with ""Iwalani Sign"" Kainda Yoshimura" 5-7�1 William H. Wise's families "Elsie E. Wise Padeken’s Families 1st son Esket Padeken 2nd August Padeken 3rd Danny Padeken Back: Michael Medina (Son-in-Law of Esket) Noreen (Wife of Esket) Danny + Abreen Padeken Charmaigne (wife of August) and son Kelly. Front: Mother of Noreen. Daughter of Esket-Cassie Medina + Daughters Esket and August" "OUR SECOND WISE FAMILY REUNION WAS HELD AT THE MAILI BEACH PARK IN MAILI, OAHU MAY 12, 2001 As you can see by the following photos everyone had a good time and several members of the ohana participated. It was a joyous occasion. The weather was delightful, the food was ono and of course the children had plenty of room to run and play to their hearts content. Again, thank you to all our ohana for the hard work and love you gave to make this a success. We look forward to the next one. Love you all." "Wise Reunion 2002 William H. Wise’s Family Iwalani Wise Kamoku’s Families Elizabeth Wise Mokiad’s Family Joe + Marge + Daugther Renée + son Kolea Yasso." "Kolea and Grandpa Joe Elsie E. Wise Padeken's Family B - Charmaigne & August, Danny + Abreen F. Friend, Francis Padeken + Friend of Family" "Else E. W. Padeken Son Fred + grandson Lopaka."