What are the maternal and paternal haplogroup of our DNA Sancho ancestors and relatives at home (Africa) and abroad? What are the mitochondrial DNA and Y chromosome of the parents of Bentick Sancho and Tuckness Sancho? Who are Sancho ancestors of Swainton Blaire Christopher, George Sancho, Joshua Sancho, Adelaide Sancho, Eliza Frank, Charles Edward Pilgrim, Jacob Williams, Ann Williams, Isabel Gordon, Agnes Louisa Wood, Amelia Sancho, Mary Sharper, Haile Sancho, Apollo Sancho, Jemmy Sancho
Friday, May 27, 2005
Howard-Watson Union
I am interested in pursuing enlightenment concerning Dorothy Elaine Watson who married Stam Howard, an engineer of Wales on April 16, 1947. I believe Miss Watson’s parents are T. W. Watson and Dorothy Watson. If this is accurate then Dorothy Elaine Watson is a descendant of Thomas Arthur Archer, Catherine Elizabeth Sancho and John Sancho.
Wednesday, April 13, 2005
Mr. Tappin Johnson Elliott and his Descendants - a Family of Teachers:
Mr. Tappin Johnson Elliott and his descendants:- a Family of Teachers, Registrars of Births and Deaths, and Participants in Community Development in Golden Grove and Nabaclis, and Neighbouring Communities.
Research concerning the Bishop's College, has indicated the following;
Was located in Charlestown.
Was a residential Normal School for the training of teachers.
Was a Government Training School for Teachers.
The age of entry was between 15 and 18 years of age.
The Qualifications for admission the three R's, Dictation, and Composition.
Mr. Daniel Edgar Sharples (Head Master for 40 years at St. Thomas Scots School, beginning on July 1, 1876), Mr. Paul A. Jones (Head Master, Taymouth Manor), Mr. F. A. R. Sutherland (Head Master, Danielstown), Mr. Tappin Johnson Elliott and Mr. Joseph A. Parkinson, are numbered among the group of Schoolmasters who were trained at Bishop's College, (1872 - 1875).
Cousin Josephine Patterson told me;
Tappin, Thomas and John Elliott are brothers.
They are of Sandvoort, Canje.
They were School Teachers.
The Anancy stories that Messrs: Tappin Elliott, Bentick, John and Tuckness Sancho were Princes in Africa. That Mr. Tappin Elliott was born in Africa - must all, be put to rest and never be repeated. Such, claims are similar to those I learnt as a youngster in New Amsterdam.
Babies come in airplanes.
Cow jump over the moon.
Twisty and Thurly were two screws.
Pig dance a jig for a fig.
Episodes of Big Head, Big Belly, Big Foot, big toe, and fine foot, etc.
Mr. Grumps, Dan is the man in the Van..
Family, we must aspire to learn and accept the truth. Teach, ourselves the truth, teach, the children the truth, and nothing but the truth. The truth is Mr. Tappin Johnson Elliott was born between 1853 to 1857, in Sandvoort, a little village, a farming community, on the Canje River, in the County of Berbice. Indications are Mr. Tappin Johnson Elliott, and two of his siblings; John and Thomas R. F. Elliott, emerged from humble beginnings of a Afro centric rural and communal society. They became gainfully employed in the field of education as school teachers. Mr. Elliott was knowledge enough to pass the entrance examination, being selected and attended the Bishop's College for the Training of Teachers from 1872 to 1875. Among the group of Schoolmasters who were Student Teachers trained at Bishop's College, (1872 - 1875), are the following; Mr. Joseph A. Parkinson; Tappin Elliott's closest friend, who also became a resident of the Golden Grove and Nabaclis community, Mr. Daniel E. Sharples (Head Master for 40 years at St. Thomas Scots School, beginning on July 1, 1876), Mr. Paul A. Jones (Head Master, Taymouth Manor), and Mr. F. A. R. Sutherland (Head Master, Danielstown).
Mr. Thomas Elliott, was the schoolmaster at Plaisance Congregational school in 1886, and at Main Street Roman Catholic school in 1888.
The scenario is, Mr. Tappin Elliott married Miss Annie Sophia Sandy, and they reproduced a family of the following nine known children; Henry J. Elliott, Wilfred R. Elliott, Mildred Angela Elliott, Alice Matilda Elliott, Edward S. Elliott, Sophia Annie Mizpah Elliott, Sidney B. Elliott, Annie Kathleen Elliott, and Victoria Lavina Elliott. Three of his daughters; Alice Matilda Elliott, Annie Kathleen Elliott, and Victoria Lavina Elliott, and two of his sons - in - law, the brothers; Prince Josephus Patterson brothers; Prince Josephus Patterson, and Cecil Orpheus Philbertus Patterson, were school teachers. The Patterson brothers also became School Masters, and their sister was also a school teacher.
Mr. Tappin Elliott was certainly a member of the working class, and actively participated in organizations which promoted the soci-economic development process in the Golden Grove and Nabaclis district. It is said Mr. Tappin Elliott employed the donkey and cart as his preferred means of transportation, when he embarked upon his many sojourns to conduct his activities. It is noted Mr. Tappin Elliott, and his son, Mr. Wilfred Elliott were participants at the same period, in organizations within the Golden Grove and Nabaclis community. There is no doubt Mr. Wilfred Elliott was influenced by his father. Mr. Ernest Elliott, is continuing in such a tradition of community affairs, the legacy of his ancestors; Mr. Tappin Johnson Elliott, his grand father, and indeed, a founding father of the district, Mr. Christopher "Boss" Bentick Sancho, his great great grand father.
Charles Y. Trotman; Enmore Front, ca. 1899-1900 George Henry Augustus Bunyan; Regent Street R. C., Victoria Wesleyan ca. 1899.
James Alfred Trotman; Golden Grove Wesleyan
Daniel Victor Jacobs; Friendship Wesleyan School,
Hubert Alfred Thompson; First Class, Cove and John E.
Charles Thomas Holder, schoolmaster, Plaisance Village,
James Donald Ainsworth; Third Class, Victoria Wesleyan.
Delph, St. Andrew's school,
J. A. Sam; Third Class, Nonpareil
Henry Evertz Smith; schoolmaster, St. Ambrose school,
L. Evelyn Moe; Second Class, St. George's E.
Simeon Josephus Wills (July 7, 1875 - January 3, 1958); High Dam Wesleyan Mahaicony, ca. 1902
J. A. Nicholson; First Class, Freeburg E., Main St. (Boys') R. C.,
Moses Rodney; Beterverwagting Missionary
Samuel Augustus Campbell; First Class, St. Philip's E.
Henry D. Dolphin; Victoria R. C.
H. D. Durant; First Class, Bourda Wesleyan
W. A. Deane; Vauxhall Congregational
G. R. Smith; Second Class, St. Stephen's S.
C. C. Solomon; First -Class, Friendship (Upper) Wesleyan
W. N. Arno; First Class, St. Leonard's E.
M. A. L. Joseph; Third-Class, Friendship (Lower) Wesleyan
J. N. Edwards; Enterprise E, Essequebo Islands.
Stanley Albert Thierens; Second Class, Friendship (Upper) Wesleyan
Thomas Arthur Archer; Second Class, Golden Grove Wesleyan, ca. 1888, Anna Catharina Scots, ca. 1902, Philadelphia S ca. 1917
J. E. Hazle; Cumberland Wesleyan
W. A. Young; Third Class, Friendship (Lower) E.
Francis Percival Loncke; Third Class, Albouystown R. C. ca. 1921.
J. W. Cox; Third Class, Cove & John E.
William Augustus Osborne; schoolmaster, Kingston Wesleyan School,
Joseph A. Parkinson
Thomas Yearwood Carrington; schoolmaster, Mahaica Wesleyan School,
F. A. R. Sutherland; Danielstown
Thomas Edward Reece; schoolmaster, Freeburg Church of England school,
Daniel Edgar Sharples; St Thomas S. (July 1, 1876 - 1916)
Stephen Arminius Robertson
Paul A. Jones; Taymour Manor
Cornelius Carto,
Fitzgerald Christopher Glasgow, Elisha Linton,
Thomas N. Durant,
Mr. Tappin Elliott was the Registrar of Births and Deaths, for the region which included, Golden Grove and Nabaclis district, for many years. Mr. Joseph Alfred Trotman was the Deputy Registrar of Births and Deaths. Miss Victoria Lavina Elliott succeeded her father in the office, with her sister, Mrs. Mildred Angela (nee Elliott) Patterson as the Deputy. Mrs. Patterson became the Registrar of Births and Deaths, following her sister's death in February, 1945, and held the office until Miss Josephine Patterson, her daughter, followed in the footsteps of her grand father, aunt, and mother, in that capacity in the region, until the PNC Government saw it fit to reform the colonial system.
The Elliotts, are a family of teachers, for a noticeable amount of the members of the Elliott clan were gainfully employed in the field of Education. Keith Jeune, Josephine Patterson, Abiola Willis, Ave Willis, and Paulette Willis, I would not be at all shocked to learn that today, such a statement would still very truthful. Thus, the Elliotts, descendants of Sancho, are a family, who made an indelible mark and created a legacy as a family of Teachers, Registrars of Births and Deaths, and participants in Community Development in Golden Grove and Nabaclis, and neighbouring communities.
Research, both the oral and the scientific, must be continued, until all the required data, and information is known, and made readily available, to person who are interested in such; matters. The annals of colonialism in British Guiana, are great sources of information. The following are all very likely to provide data on Mr. Tappin Johnson Elliott, and others of his era;
Newspapers - the Daily chronicle, the Daily Argosy - for events such as announcements of marriage, death, and obituary.
The British Guiana Directory and Almanack for the years 1872 - 1910.
Blue Books
The Official Gazette of British Guiana.
Administration Reports - British Guiana.
Report of the Director (/ Inspector) of Schools.
Who is Who in British Guiana, 1935-1939.
Who is Who in British Guiana -Civil Service List, (1935).
Who is Who in British Guiana, 1941-1944.
East Coast Almanack and Directory for the year, 1888.
The directory for 1883 on page 66, tells readers of eight person surnamed; Elliott, including three teachers; Mr. Elliott, Teacher, and Catechist, Supply, E. C., Mr. T. R. F. Elliott, Teacher and Catechist, Zorg, Essequebo, and Mr. T. R. F. Elliott, Teacher, Lodge Village.
Questions;
Which of these are John, Tappin and Thomas Elliott?
Noting the two entries; Mr. T. R. F. Elliott, Teacher, is this an error?
What is the manner of the relationship between Tappin Elliott and the Elliotts named in the Directory?
Why was there no persons surnamed Sancho listed in the directory?
I wonder what are the honest answers to the following questions;
How, when, and where did Tappin Elliott encounter Annie Sophia Sandy?
When were Tappin Elliott and Annie Sophia Sandy, married?
What are the dates of births of Bentick Sancho, John Sancho, Tuckness Sancho, Lambert Tuckness Sancho, Mary Sandy, Annie Sophia Sandy, John Elliott, Tappin Elliott, Thomas Elliott, Sarah Sandy, Alexander Sancho, Rachel Sancho, Catherine Elizabeth Archer, James Campbell, Christy Sancho, Swainton Sancho, Edith Sharper, Annie Kathleen Elliott, Prince Josephus Patterson, and Joseph Sylvester Willis?
What are the dates of deaths of Bentick Sancho, John Sancho, Benjamin Sandy, Mary Sandy, John Elliott, Tappin Elliott, Thomas Elliott, Sarah Sandy, Alexander Sancho, Rachel Sancho, Catherine Elizabeth Archer, James Campbell, Christy Sancho, Swainton Sancho, Edith Sharper, Cecil Orpheus Philbertus Patterson, and Joseph Sylvester Willis?
Who is the first teacher of the Sancho family?
Was Sarah Sandy employed as a teacher prior to being introduced to Mr. Tappin Elliott?
What influence if any did Thomas Arthur Archer had upon Tappin Elliott forming a union with Sancho or was it visa versa?
Was Catherine Elizabeth Sancho a teacher prior to marrying Thomas Arthur Archer in 1888?
What influence, if any, did the following; Tappin Elliott, Alice Matilda Elliott, Annie Kathleen Elliott, Sarah Sandy, Prince Josephus Patterson, Cecil Orpheus Philbertus Patterson, and Ruby Sancho, have upon Muriel Sancho pursuing a career as a School teacher?
I was informed that Dear Aunt Sarah Sandy instructed all of Mr. Alexander and Mrs. Rachel Sancho's children at Golden Grove Wesleyan School. Thus, I believe Teacher Sandy was the most profound source influence in the career choice of Muriel Sancho - I am not certain. Could have been Joseph Alfred Trotman - I heard his name too many times to ever forget it.
Tappin Johnson Elliott --- Head Master.
Resided: at Nabaclis, East Coast, Demerara.
Born: between 1853 -1857, at Sandvoort, Canje River, Berbice.
Died: 1938, at Nabaclis, East Coast, Demerara.
Married: Annie Sophia Sandy (d. 1948)
Children: Henry J. Elliott, Wilfred R. Elliott, Mildred Angela Elliott (d. 1973), Alice Matilda Elliott, Edward S. Elliott, Sophia Annie Mizpah Elliott, Sidney B. Elliott, Annie Kathleen Elliott (d. 1935), and Victoria Lavina Elliott (1094 - 1945)
Educated: in Berbice, and 1872 - 1875 at Bishop's College, Charlestown, Georgetown.
Holds Teachers' Certificate.
1890 Head Teacher, Philadelphia Scots School, West Coast, Demerara .
Head Teacher, Bachelors' Adventure Roman Catholic School.
Directory for 1883 : pages 49-116
B. Elliott, Watchmaker, Berbice (Page 66)
E. Elliott, Goldsmith, Berbice.
Mr. Elliott, Teacher, and Catechist, Supply, E. C.
Rev. F. W.. T. Elliott, Curate, All Saints Parish, Berbice.
T. Elliott, Carpenter, La Belle Alliance, Essequebo.
T. R. F. Elliott, Teacher and Catechist, Zorg, Essequebo.
T. R. F. Elliott, Teacher, Lodge Village.
Wm. Elliott, Overseer, Bel Air, E.C.
Wesleyan Methodist Church (page 131)
Supply (East Coast) Mr. Elliott
Zorg, T. R. F.. Elliott
Congregational Dissenters (133)
Lodge, Thomas R. F. Elliott,
Directory for 1890 : pages 49-116
E .B. Elliott, Goldsmith, Strand, New Amsterdam. (74)
P. H. Elliott, Head Overseer, Pln. Belle Vue, West Bank.
Mr. Elliott, Teacher, and Catechist, Supply, E. C.
Rev. F. W.. T. Elliott, Curate, St. Augustine, Friendship, East Coast; Acting Curate St. Mary, Beterverwagting, East Coast.
T. Elliott, Tailor, Lad Lane, New Amsterdam.
T. Elliott Jr. Tailor, Coburg Street, New Amsterdam.
T. J. Elliott, Teacher, Philadelphia, West Coast.
Wm. Elliott, Manager and Attorney, Pln. Overseer, Belle Vue, West Bank
Directory for 1898 : pages 49-116
Directory for 1902 : pages 49-116
Sources:
The British Guiana Directory and Almanack for 1883 - Georgetown, Demerara: L. M'Dermott - 1883, Printed by L. M'Dermott, Water Street.
The British Guiana Directory and Almanack for 1890 - Georgetown, Demerara: L. M'Dermott - 1890, Printed by L. M'Dermott, Water Street.
The British Guiana Directory and Almanack for 1898 - Georgetown, Demerara: L. M'Dermott - 1898, Printed by L. M'Dermott, Water Street.
The British Guiana Directory and Almanack for 1902 - Georgetown, Demerara: L. M'Dermott - 1902, Printed by L. M'Dermott, Water Street.
British Guiana, Report of the Commissioners - Appointed to Report on Certain Matters Connected with Primary Education, together with the Minutes of Sittings and Evidence of Witnesses, (Public Buildings, Georgetown, Demerara, 1897.)
Report of the Inspector of Schools for 1900 -1901.
Report of the Director of Primary Education for the year 1917.
British guiana Administration Reports for the year 1917.
Report of the Commissioner of Eduacation for the year 1921.
Research concerning the Bishop's College, has indicated the following;
Was located in Charlestown.
Was a residential Normal School for the training of teachers.
Was a Government Training School for Teachers.
The age of entry was between 15 and 18 years of age.
The Qualifications for admission the three R's, Dictation, and Composition.
Mr. Daniel Edgar Sharples (Head Master for 40 years at St. Thomas Scots School, beginning on July 1, 1876), Mr. Paul A. Jones (Head Master, Taymouth Manor), Mr. F. A. R. Sutherland (Head Master, Danielstown), Mr. Tappin Johnson Elliott and Mr. Joseph A. Parkinson, are numbered among the group of Schoolmasters who were trained at Bishop's College, (1872 - 1875).
Cousin Josephine Patterson told me;
Tappin, Thomas and John Elliott are brothers.
They are of Sandvoort, Canje.
They were School Teachers.
The Anancy stories that Messrs: Tappin Elliott, Bentick, John and Tuckness Sancho were Princes in Africa. That Mr. Tappin Elliott was born in Africa - must all, be put to rest and never be repeated. Such, claims are similar to those I learnt as a youngster in New Amsterdam.
Babies come in airplanes.
Cow jump over the moon.
Twisty and Thurly were two screws.
Pig dance a jig for a fig.
Episodes of Big Head, Big Belly, Big Foot, big toe, and fine foot, etc.
Mr. Grumps, Dan is the man in the Van..
Family, we must aspire to learn and accept the truth. Teach, ourselves the truth, teach, the children the truth, and nothing but the truth. The truth is Mr. Tappin Johnson Elliott was born between 1853 to 1857, in Sandvoort, a little village, a farming community, on the Canje River, in the County of Berbice. Indications are Mr. Tappin Johnson Elliott, and two of his siblings; John and Thomas R. F. Elliott, emerged from humble beginnings of a Afro centric rural and communal society. They became gainfully employed in the field of education as school teachers. Mr. Elliott was knowledge enough to pass the entrance examination, being selected and attended the Bishop's College for the Training of Teachers from 1872 to 1875. Among the group of Schoolmasters who were Student Teachers trained at Bishop's College, (1872 - 1875), are the following; Mr. Joseph A. Parkinson; Tappin Elliott's closest friend, who also became a resident of the Golden Grove and Nabaclis community, Mr. Daniel E. Sharples (Head Master for 40 years at St. Thomas Scots School, beginning on July 1, 1876), Mr. Paul A. Jones (Head Master, Taymouth Manor), and Mr. F. A. R. Sutherland (Head Master, Danielstown).
Mr. Thomas Elliott, was the schoolmaster at Plaisance Congregational school in 1886, and at Main Street Roman Catholic school in 1888.
The scenario is, Mr. Tappin Elliott married Miss Annie Sophia Sandy, and they reproduced a family of the following nine known children; Henry J. Elliott, Wilfred R. Elliott, Mildred Angela Elliott, Alice Matilda Elliott, Edward S. Elliott, Sophia Annie Mizpah Elliott, Sidney B. Elliott, Annie Kathleen Elliott, and Victoria Lavina Elliott. Three of his daughters; Alice Matilda Elliott, Annie Kathleen Elliott, and Victoria Lavina Elliott, and two of his sons - in - law, the brothers; Prince Josephus Patterson brothers; Prince Josephus Patterson, and Cecil Orpheus Philbertus Patterson, were school teachers. The Patterson brothers also became School Masters, and their sister was also a school teacher.
Mr. Tappin Elliott was certainly a member of the working class, and actively participated in organizations which promoted the soci-economic development process in the Golden Grove and Nabaclis district. It is said Mr. Tappin Elliott employed the donkey and cart as his preferred means of transportation, when he embarked upon his many sojourns to conduct his activities. It is noted Mr. Tappin Elliott, and his son, Mr. Wilfred Elliott were participants at the same period, in organizations within the Golden Grove and Nabaclis community. There is no doubt Mr. Wilfred Elliott was influenced by his father. Mr. Ernest Elliott, is continuing in such a tradition of community affairs, the legacy of his ancestors; Mr. Tappin Johnson Elliott, his grand father, and indeed, a founding father of the district, Mr. Christopher "Boss" Bentick Sancho, his great great grand father.
Charles Y. Trotman; Enmore Front, ca. 1899-1900 George Henry Augustus Bunyan; Regent Street R. C., Victoria Wesleyan ca. 1899.
James Alfred Trotman; Golden Grove Wesleyan
Daniel Victor Jacobs; Friendship Wesleyan School,
Hubert Alfred Thompson; First Class, Cove and John E.
Charles Thomas Holder, schoolmaster, Plaisance Village,
James Donald Ainsworth; Third Class, Victoria Wesleyan.
Delph, St. Andrew's school,
J. A. Sam; Third Class, Nonpareil
Henry Evertz Smith; schoolmaster, St. Ambrose school,
L. Evelyn Moe; Second Class, St. George's E.
Simeon Josephus Wills (July 7, 1875 - January 3, 1958); High Dam Wesleyan Mahaicony, ca. 1902
J. A. Nicholson; First Class, Freeburg E., Main St. (Boys') R. C.,
Moses Rodney; Beterverwagting Missionary
Samuel Augustus Campbell; First Class, St. Philip's E.
Henry D. Dolphin; Victoria R. C.
H. D. Durant; First Class, Bourda Wesleyan
W. A. Deane; Vauxhall Congregational
G. R. Smith; Second Class, St. Stephen's S.
C. C. Solomon; First -Class, Friendship (Upper) Wesleyan
W. N. Arno; First Class, St. Leonard's E.
M. A. L. Joseph; Third-Class, Friendship (Lower) Wesleyan
J. N. Edwards; Enterprise E, Essequebo Islands.
Stanley Albert Thierens; Second Class, Friendship (Upper) Wesleyan
Thomas Arthur Archer; Second Class, Golden Grove Wesleyan, ca. 1888, Anna Catharina Scots, ca. 1902, Philadelphia S ca. 1917
J. E. Hazle; Cumberland Wesleyan
W. A. Young; Third Class, Friendship (Lower) E.
Francis Percival Loncke; Third Class, Albouystown R. C. ca. 1921.
J. W. Cox; Third Class, Cove & John E.
William Augustus Osborne; schoolmaster, Kingston Wesleyan School,
Joseph A. Parkinson
Thomas Yearwood Carrington; schoolmaster, Mahaica Wesleyan School,
F. A. R. Sutherland; Danielstown
Thomas Edward Reece; schoolmaster, Freeburg Church of England school,
Daniel Edgar Sharples; St Thomas S. (July 1, 1876 - 1916)
Stephen Arminius Robertson
Paul A. Jones; Taymour Manor
Cornelius Carto,
Fitzgerald Christopher Glasgow, Elisha Linton,
Thomas N. Durant,
Mr. Tappin Elliott was the Registrar of Births and Deaths, for the region which included, Golden Grove and Nabaclis district, for many years. Mr. Joseph Alfred Trotman was the Deputy Registrar of Births and Deaths. Miss Victoria Lavina Elliott succeeded her father in the office, with her sister, Mrs. Mildred Angela (nee Elliott) Patterson as the Deputy. Mrs. Patterson became the Registrar of Births and Deaths, following her sister's death in February, 1945, and held the office until Miss Josephine Patterson, her daughter, followed in the footsteps of her grand father, aunt, and mother, in that capacity in the region, until the PNC Government saw it fit to reform the colonial system.
The Elliotts, are a family of teachers, for a noticeable amount of the members of the Elliott clan were gainfully employed in the field of Education. Keith Jeune, Josephine Patterson, Abiola Willis, Ave Willis, and Paulette Willis, I would not be at all shocked to learn that today, such a statement would still very truthful. Thus, the Elliotts, descendants of Sancho, are a family, who made an indelible mark and created a legacy as a family of Teachers, Registrars of Births and Deaths, and participants in Community Development in Golden Grove and Nabaclis, and neighbouring communities.
Research, both the oral and the scientific, must be continued, until all the required data, and information is known, and made readily available, to person who are interested in such; matters. The annals of colonialism in British Guiana, are great sources of information. The following are all very likely to provide data on Mr. Tappin Johnson Elliott, and others of his era;
Newspapers - the Daily chronicle, the Daily Argosy - for events such as announcements of marriage, death, and obituary.
The British Guiana Directory and Almanack for the years 1872 - 1910.
Blue Books
The Official Gazette of British Guiana.
Administration Reports - British Guiana.
Report of the Director (/ Inspector) of Schools.
Who is Who in British Guiana, 1935-1939.
Who is Who in British Guiana -Civil Service List, (1935).
Who is Who in British Guiana, 1941-1944.
East Coast Almanack and Directory for the year, 1888.
The directory for 1883 on page 66, tells readers of eight person surnamed; Elliott, including three teachers; Mr. Elliott, Teacher, and Catechist, Supply, E. C., Mr. T. R. F. Elliott, Teacher and Catechist, Zorg, Essequebo, and Mr. T. R. F. Elliott, Teacher, Lodge Village.
Questions;
Which of these are John, Tappin and Thomas Elliott?
Noting the two entries; Mr. T. R. F. Elliott, Teacher, is this an error?
What is the manner of the relationship between Tappin Elliott and the Elliotts named in the Directory?
Why was there no persons surnamed Sancho listed in the directory?
I wonder what are the honest answers to the following questions;
How, when, and where did Tappin Elliott encounter Annie Sophia Sandy?
When were Tappin Elliott and Annie Sophia Sandy, married?
What are the dates of births of Bentick Sancho, John Sancho, Tuckness Sancho, Lambert Tuckness Sancho, Mary Sandy, Annie Sophia Sandy, John Elliott, Tappin Elliott, Thomas Elliott, Sarah Sandy, Alexander Sancho, Rachel Sancho, Catherine Elizabeth Archer, James Campbell, Christy Sancho, Swainton Sancho, Edith Sharper, Annie Kathleen Elliott, Prince Josephus Patterson, and Joseph Sylvester Willis?
What are the dates of deaths of Bentick Sancho, John Sancho, Benjamin Sandy, Mary Sandy, John Elliott, Tappin Elliott, Thomas Elliott, Sarah Sandy, Alexander Sancho, Rachel Sancho, Catherine Elizabeth Archer, James Campbell, Christy Sancho, Swainton Sancho, Edith Sharper, Cecil Orpheus Philbertus Patterson, and Joseph Sylvester Willis?
Who is the first teacher of the Sancho family?
Was Sarah Sandy employed as a teacher prior to being introduced to Mr. Tappin Elliott?
What influence if any did Thomas Arthur Archer had upon Tappin Elliott forming a union with Sancho or was it visa versa?
Was Catherine Elizabeth Sancho a teacher prior to marrying Thomas Arthur Archer in 1888?
What influence, if any, did the following; Tappin Elliott, Alice Matilda Elliott, Annie Kathleen Elliott, Sarah Sandy, Prince Josephus Patterson, Cecil Orpheus Philbertus Patterson, and Ruby Sancho, have upon Muriel Sancho pursuing a career as a School teacher?
I was informed that Dear Aunt Sarah Sandy instructed all of Mr. Alexander and Mrs. Rachel Sancho's children at Golden Grove Wesleyan School. Thus, I believe Teacher Sandy was the most profound source influence in the career choice of Muriel Sancho - I am not certain. Could have been Joseph Alfred Trotman - I heard his name too many times to ever forget it.
Tappin Johnson Elliott --- Head Master.
Resided: at Nabaclis, East Coast, Demerara.
Born: between 1853 -1857, at Sandvoort, Canje River, Berbice.
Died: 1938, at Nabaclis, East Coast, Demerara.
Married: Annie Sophia Sandy (d. 1948)
Children: Henry J. Elliott, Wilfred R. Elliott, Mildred Angela Elliott (d. 1973), Alice Matilda Elliott, Edward S. Elliott, Sophia Annie Mizpah Elliott, Sidney B. Elliott, Annie Kathleen Elliott (d. 1935), and Victoria Lavina Elliott (1094 - 1945)
Educated: in Berbice, and 1872 - 1875 at Bishop's College, Charlestown, Georgetown.
Holds Teachers' Certificate.
1890 Head Teacher, Philadelphia Scots School, West Coast, Demerara .
Head Teacher, Bachelors' Adventure Roman Catholic School.
Directory for 1883 : pages 49-116
B. Elliott, Watchmaker, Berbice (Page 66)
E. Elliott, Goldsmith, Berbice.
Mr. Elliott, Teacher, and Catechist, Supply, E. C.
Rev. F. W.. T. Elliott, Curate, All Saints Parish, Berbice.
T. Elliott, Carpenter, La Belle Alliance, Essequebo.
T. R. F. Elliott, Teacher and Catechist, Zorg, Essequebo.
T. R. F. Elliott, Teacher, Lodge Village.
Wm. Elliott, Overseer, Bel Air, E.C.
Wesleyan Methodist Church (page 131)
Supply (East Coast) Mr. Elliott
Zorg, T. R. F.. Elliott
Congregational Dissenters (133)
Lodge, Thomas R. F. Elliott,
Directory for 1890 : pages 49-116
E .B. Elliott, Goldsmith, Strand, New Amsterdam. (74)
P. H. Elliott, Head Overseer, Pln. Belle Vue, West Bank.
Mr. Elliott, Teacher, and Catechist, Supply, E. C.
Rev. F. W.. T. Elliott, Curate, St. Augustine, Friendship, East Coast; Acting Curate St. Mary, Beterverwagting, East Coast.
T. Elliott, Tailor, Lad Lane, New Amsterdam.
T. Elliott Jr. Tailor, Coburg Street, New Amsterdam.
T. J. Elliott, Teacher, Philadelphia, West Coast.
Wm. Elliott, Manager and Attorney, Pln. Overseer, Belle Vue, West Bank
Directory for 1898 : pages 49-116
Directory for 1902 : pages 49-116
Sources:
The British Guiana Directory and Almanack for 1883 - Georgetown, Demerara: L. M'Dermott - 1883, Printed by L. M'Dermott, Water Street.
The British Guiana Directory and Almanack for 1890 - Georgetown, Demerara: L. M'Dermott - 1890, Printed by L. M'Dermott, Water Street.
The British Guiana Directory and Almanack for 1898 - Georgetown, Demerara: L. M'Dermott - 1898, Printed by L. M'Dermott, Water Street.
The British Guiana Directory and Almanack for 1902 - Georgetown, Demerara: L. M'Dermott - 1902, Printed by L. M'Dermott, Water Street.
British Guiana, Report of the Commissioners - Appointed to Report on Certain Matters Connected with Primary Education, together with the Minutes of Sittings and Evidence of Witnesses, (Public Buildings, Georgetown, Demerara, 1897.)
Report of the Inspector of Schools for 1900 -1901.
Report of the Director of Primary Education for the year 1917.
British guiana Administration Reports for the year 1917.
Report of the Commissioner of Eduacation for the year 1921.
Mr. Thomas Arthur Archer J.P., Educator, Musician and Community Leader.
Mr. Thomas Arthur Archer is described as a well known personality, especially on the East and West Coasts of Demerara, where he laboured with outstanding sucess. Mr. Archer was born about 1861/62. Mr. Archer was an educator, a schoolmaster. Mr. Archer, replaced Mr. W. B. Johnson, and, served as the school master of Golden Grove Wesleyan School, 1886-1888. There were - 86 males and 38 females - 124 pupils on the register in 1886. The number increased to - 103 males and 58 females - 161 pupils, in 1888, when Mr. Archer was replaced as the Schoolmaster, by, James Alfred Trotman.
It is perhaps, while the School master of Golden Grove Wesleyan School, Mr. Archer, met Miss Catherine Elizabeth Sancho, whom he married on August 9, 1888. This Archer and Sancho union is known to issue eight off springs - one son and seven daughters - who survived the death of their father. They are the following; Thomas Eldad Archer; Chemist and Druggist, Mrs. Phyllis Kendall, Mrs. Dorothy Watson, Mrs. Gladys C. Wiltshire, Mrs. Ivy Nelbertha Loncke; Music Teacher, Mrs. Catherine Cole; School Teacher, Miss Boadicea Adina Archer; Registered Nurse and Midwife, and Miss Caroline Euphemia Archer; Registered Nurse and Midwife. The Sons-in-law of Mr. Thomas Arthur and Mrs. Catherine Elizabeth Archer are the following; Messrs:- Tennant Walter Kendall, Francis Percival Loncke, T. W. Watson, Sgt. O. D. H. Cole, and Reuben T.Wiltshire.
Mr. Archer served as the Schoolmaster, St. Mary's Scots School. Mrs. Catherine Archer, was an Assistant Teacher and the Sewing Mistress at St. Mary's School, Mahaica. Mr. Archer was a Deacon, Lay Cathechist and Organist of the St. Mary's Parish Church, in the Mahaica district, on the East Coast, of Demerara. Miss Souter was the organist at St. Peter's Church, Mahaicony. Jas. Orderson, Wm. Moffett, and Ed. Stanley Lord were deacons during this period.
School Master, Second Class Certificate, Golden Grove Wesleyan School, 1886-1888.
Schoolmaster, St. Mary's Scots School, Mahaica, East Coast, Demerara. ca. 1898.
Deacon, St. Mary's Scots Parish Church Mahaica, East Coast, Demerara.
Lay Cathechist, St. Mary's Scots Parish Church Mahaica, East Coast, Demerara.
Organists, St. Mary's Scots Parish Church Mahaica, East Coast, Demerara.
School Master, Anna Catharina Scots School, ca. 1902.
School Master, Philadelphia Scots School, ca. 1917.
Justice of the Peace
Chairman of Vergenoegen District
Executive Member, British Guiana Village Chairman Conference, ca. 1943.
Mr. Archer made the transition at the ripe age, 81 years old - to dwell among the ancestors, on Sunday, October 10, 1943, at his daughter, Mrs. Ivy Nelbertha Loncke's residence, 51 Robb and Albert Streets, Bourda, Georgetown, British Guiana.
It is perhaps, while the School master of Golden Grove Wesleyan School, Mr. Archer, met Miss Catherine Elizabeth Sancho, whom he married on August 9, 1888. This Archer and Sancho union is known to issue eight off springs - one son and seven daughters - who survived the death of their father. They are the following; Thomas Eldad Archer; Chemist and Druggist, Mrs. Phyllis Kendall, Mrs. Dorothy Watson, Mrs. Gladys C. Wiltshire, Mrs. Ivy Nelbertha Loncke; Music Teacher, Mrs. Catherine Cole; School Teacher, Miss Boadicea Adina Archer; Registered Nurse and Midwife, and Miss Caroline Euphemia Archer; Registered Nurse and Midwife. The Sons-in-law of Mr. Thomas Arthur and Mrs. Catherine Elizabeth Archer are the following; Messrs:- Tennant Walter Kendall, Francis Percival Loncke, T. W. Watson, Sgt. O. D. H. Cole, and Reuben T.Wiltshire.
Mr. Archer served as the Schoolmaster, St. Mary's Scots School. Mrs. Catherine Archer, was an Assistant Teacher and the Sewing Mistress at St. Mary's School, Mahaica. Mr. Archer was a Deacon, Lay Cathechist and Organist of the St. Mary's Parish Church, in the Mahaica district, on the East Coast, of Demerara. Miss Souter was the organist at St. Peter's Church, Mahaicony. Jas. Orderson, Wm. Moffett, and Ed. Stanley Lord were deacons during this period.
School Master, Second Class Certificate, Golden Grove Wesleyan School, 1886-1888.
Schoolmaster, St. Mary's Scots School, Mahaica, East Coast, Demerara. ca. 1898.
Deacon, St. Mary's Scots Parish Church Mahaica, East Coast, Demerara.
Lay Cathechist, St. Mary's Scots Parish Church Mahaica, East Coast, Demerara.
Organists, St. Mary's Scots Parish Church Mahaica, East Coast, Demerara.
School Master, Anna Catharina Scots School, ca. 1902.
School Master, Philadelphia Scots School, ca. 1917.
Justice of the Peace
Chairman of Vergenoegen District
Executive Member, British Guiana Village Chairman Conference, ca. 1943.
Mr. Archer made the transition at the ripe age, 81 years old - to dwell among the ancestors, on Sunday, October 10, 1943, at his daughter, Mrs. Ivy Nelbertha Loncke's residence, 51 Robb and Albert Streets, Bourda, Georgetown, British Guiana.
Sunday, January 23, 2005
Friday, January 14, 2005
The Ethos and Values of the early Freedmen
The Ethos and Values of the early Freedmen
by Pat Dial
Though the British Government had legally abolished Slavery on August 1, 1833, the institution was in essence continued by the Apprenticeship System which was only ended on August 1, 1838. Both anniversaries are celebrated on the First Monday of August – August Monday.
The story of the struggle for Emancipation is well-known but what is almost unknown is the more important and interesting saga of how the ex-slaves—the freedmen—constructed a rich and valid Way of Life out of the ruins and ashes of slavery. The creativity and resourcefulness which they brought to this almost impossible task of reconstruction is both a source of astonishment and pride to modern-day Guyanese.
The first challenge was economic. The planter Class hoped, indeed expected, the freedmen to stay on as day labourers on the Plantations and imagined that the pre- Emancipation labour relations would continue. But, the freedmen with an unexpected shrewdness, demanded adequate wages. More surprisingly, with a dignity and a courage which few believed they possessed, they began to move off the plantations and create their own village settlements. The planters regarded such independence of spirit as an affront.
VILLAGE MOVEMENT
The “Village Movement” remains one of the proud episodes of Guyanese History: In the 1840’s, owing to depressive state of the Sugar industry, many plantations were being abandoned or put up for sale. Groups of freedmen pooled their small savings which they had painstakingly accumulated over several years and begun purchasing these abandoned estates: Queenstown in Essequibo, and Victoria and Buxton in Demerara were among the first such places purchased.
The purchase prices paid for most of these abandoned estates were high and considering their poor or non-existent infrastructure, their owners made a rip-off. The freedmen, however, never complained of these “raw deals” but immediately embarked upon dividing up the land among the families and individuals who had purchased, co-operatively built their houses and began to try to build roads and drainage works. They also began planting food crops such as cassava, potatoes, yams, plantain, and breadfruit. A moderately prosperous future seemed to await these new Afro-Guyanese villages.
Prosperity, however, kept eluding them for they were consistently plagued by disaster. The lack of drainage and irrigation, the hostility of the neighbouring sugar planters and the neglect of the governmental authorities prevented the promised economic potentials of these villages from developing. Yet, the freedmen tenaciously held on and persisted in the struggle for existence.
The Way of Life which was developed in these villages was rich and distinctive. It drew from an African past and a European present and was eminently civilized, despite the hard struggle for economic survival.
There was a strong “work ethic” among these early freedmen. This may surprise many, as the usual popular and even historic stereotype was that they avoided hard work.
Both men and women laboured in the fields and in every village there were hard-working tradesmen such as tin-smiths, black-smiths, wheelwrights, tailors, carpenters and furniture-makers.
EDUCATION
Though many of these early African villagers were unlettered, they all had the greatest respect for learning and education. Education was not easily available – the founding of primary schools by the church denominations was only just about to begin. Yet parents try to have their children learn the “Three R’s” by whatever means possible. It was this respect for learning and these early efforts which laid the foundation for the intellectual flowering which these villages enjoyed for most of the 19th and 20th centuries.
These villages produced the schoolmasters and teachers, the intellectuals and professionals who were to make such an invaluable contribution to the growth of the Guyanese nation. The list of the men and women of learning produced by the village of Buxton, for example reads like a national honour roll.
These basic reading in the 1840’s and through the 19th century was the King James Version of the Bible and Shakespeare. Whenever current Victorian writing such as the Brontes or George Elliot or Hardy became available, these were avidly read. The result of this was that these freedmen became proficient in the English Language and many spoke it much better than the members of the Planter Class. Books were generally much valued and each family would aspire to have as many books as possible – even school books.
Religion was much respected and everyone went to church. These freedmen and their immediate descendants were God-fearing people who took the ethical rules of the Bible with great seriousness. Everyone sung hymns and small children were well acquainted with Biblical stories such as the Prodigal Son. This background of religion gave an inward discipline and courage to these villagers.
Good manners were studiously cultivated and this was evidenced in the hospitality and generosity with which they treated strangers. Food was always offered to a visitor.
The cuisine developed in these early Afro-Guyanese villages was also distinctive. This included the various types of pones, koneke (which could be used as both a desert and a substantial meal), and the numerous ways in which ground provisions and bananas and plantains could be prepared. Cakes of various kinds were a specialty. Many types of drinks were developed or prepared in a special way. Such drinks included sorrel, mauby, ginger beer and a variety of “wines” such as rice, psidium, gooseberry and jamoon.
EGALITARIAN
These freedmen improvised their own entertainment. Each village had its own band, the usual instruments being drums of various kinds, banjo and guitar. But it was in the enchanted world of story-telling that most found the greatest joy, especially the children. The repertoire of stories included the well-known “Nancy stories,” stories dealing with moral and social themes, and hair-raising “jumbie” stories. The famous moonlight sessions of such story-telling remained embedded in the unconscious memory of generations of Guyanese.
These Villagers were egalitarian to a fault and could never tolerate anyone feeling he or she were better than another. Each man was prepared to represent his case to the highest of forums, including the Governor himself. Leadership qualities were widespread and there were an amazing number of natural leaders in these communities. The highest integrity was regarded as a norm in anyone aspiring to be a leader and such integrity was cultivated and strengthened. Eusi Kwayana could be regarded as falling within this tradition of leadership.
These freedmen and their immediate descendants were intensely patriotic to their villages and also to their country.
As one reflects upon the celebration of August Monday one realizes that the ethos manifested by the early Afro-Guyanese freedmen is worthwhile to recapture and could be of great significance in the continuous task of Guyanese nation-building.
Source:
Pat Dial “The Ethos and Values of the early Freedmen” the Sunday Chronicle - August 4, 1991: Page 8.
by Pat Dial
Though the British Government had legally abolished Slavery on August 1, 1833, the institution was in essence continued by the Apprenticeship System which was only ended on August 1, 1838. Both anniversaries are celebrated on the First Monday of August – August Monday.
The story of the struggle for Emancipation is well-known but what is almost unknown is the more important and interesting saga of how the ex-slaves—the freedmen—constructed a rich and valid Way of Life out of the ruins and ashes of slavery. The creativity and resourcefulness which they brought to this almost impossible task of reconstruction is both a source of astonishment and pride to modern-day Guyanese.
The first challenge was economic. The planter Class hoped, indeed expected, the freedmen to stay on as day labourers on the Plantations and imagined that the pre- Emancipation labour relations would continue. But, the freedmen with an unexpected shrewdness, demanded adequate wages. More surprisingly, with a dignity and a courage which few believed they possessed, they began to move off the plantations and create their own village settlements. The planters regarded such independence of spirit as an affront.
VILLAGE MOVEMENT
The “Village Movement” remains one of the proud episodes of Guyanese History: In the 1840’s, owing to depressive state of the Sugar industry, many plantations were being abandoned or put up for sale. Groups of freedmen pooled their small savings which they had painstakingly accumulated over several years and begun purchasing these abandoned estates: Queenstown in Essequibo, and Victoria and Buxton in Demerara were among the first such places purchased.
The purchase prices paid for most of these abandoned estates were high and considering their poor or non-existent infrastructure, their owners made a rip-off. The freedmen, however, never complained of these “raw deals” but immediately embarked upon dividing up the land among the families and individuals who had purchased, co-operatively built their houses and began to try to build roads and drainage works. They also began planting food crops such as cassava, potatoes, yams, plantain, and breadfruit. A moderately prosperous future seemed to await these new Afro-Guyanese villages.
Prosperity, however, kept eluding them for they were consistently plagued by disaster. The lack of drainage and irrigation, the hostility of the neighbouring sugar planters and the neglect of the governmental authorities prevented the promised economic potentials of these villages from developing. Yet, the freedmen tenaciously held on and persisted in the struggle for existence.
The Way of Life which was developed in these villages was rich and distinctive. It drew from an African past and a European present and was eminently civilized, despite the hard struggle for economic survival.
There was a strong “work ethic” among these early freedmen. This may surprise many, as the usual popular and even historic stereotype was that they avoided hard work.
Both men and women laboured in the fields and in every village there were hard-working tradesmen such as tin-smiths, black-smiths, wheelwrights, tailors, carpenters and furniture-makers.
EDUCATION
Though many of these early African villagers were unlettered, they all had the greatest respect for learning and education. Education was not easily available – the founding of primary schools by the church denominations was only just about to begin. Yet parents try to have their children learn the “Three R’s” by whatever means possible. It was this respect for learning and these early efforts which laid the foundation for the intellectual flowering which these villages enjoyed for most of the 19th and 20th centuries.
These villages produced the schoolmasters and teachers, the intellectuals and professionals who were to make such an invaluable contribution to the growth of the Guyanese nation. The list of the men and women of learning produced by the village of Buxton, for example reads like a national honour roll.
These basic reading in the 1840’s and through the 19th century was the King James Version of the Bible and Shakespeare. Whenever current Victorian writing such as the Brontes or George Elliot or Hardy became available, these were avidly read. The result of this was that these freedmen became proficient in the English Language and many spoke it much better than the members of the Planter Class. Books were generally much valued and each family would aspire to have as many books as possible – even school books.
Religion was much respected and everyone went to church. These freedmen and their immediate descendants were God-fearing people who took the ethical rules of the Bible with great seriousness. Everyone sung hymns and small children were well acquainted with Biblical stories such as the Prodigal Son. This background of religion gave an inward discipline and courage to these villagers.
Good manners were studiously cultivated and this was evidenced in the hospitality and generosity with which they treated strangers. Food was always offered to a visitor.
The cuisine developed in these early Afro-Guyanese villages was also distinctive. This included the various types of pones, koneke (which could be used as both a desert and a substantial meal), and the numerous ways in which ground provisions and bananas and plantains could be prepared. Cakes of various kinds were a specialty. Many types of drinks were developed or prepared in a special way. Such drinks included sorrel, mauby, ginger beer and a variety of “wines” such as rice, psidium, gooseberry and jamoon.
EGALITARIAN
These freedmen improvised their own entertainment. Each village had its own band, the usual instruments being drums of various kinds, banjo and guitar. But it was in the enchanted world of story-telling that most found the greatest joy, especially the children. The repertoire of stories included the well-known “Nancy stories,” stories dealing with moral and social themes, and hair-raising “jumbie” stories. The famous moonlight sessions of such story-telling remained embedded in the unconscious memory of generations of Guyanese.
These Villagers were egalitarian to a fault and could never tolerate anyone feeling he or she were better than another. Each man was prepared to represent his case to the highest of forums, including the Governor himself. Leadership qualities were widespread and there were an amazing number of natural leaders in these communities. The highest integrity was regarded as a norm in anyone aspiring to be a leader and such integrity was cultivated and strengthened. Eusi Kwayana could be regarded as falling within this tradition of leadership.
These freedmen and their immediate descendants were intensely patriotic to their villages and also to their country.
As one reflects upon the celebration of August Monday one realizes that the ethos manifested by the early Afro-Guyanese freedmen is worthwhile to recapture and could be of great significance in the continuous task of Guyanese nation-building.
Source:
Pat Dial “The Ethos and Values of the early Freedmen” the Sunday Chronicle - August 4, 1991: Page 8.
Thursday, December 30, 2004
Announcements: Died - Elliott and Sancho
Died
SANCHO:- On Saturday, 13th. Inst., at Nabaclis, East Coast, Demerara, LAMMIE, the beloved husband of Annie Sancho, and father of Winnie, Tommy, Ruby, Magnel and Ileane.
Funeral at 4 o’clock, today.
Friends please accept this the only intimation.
Source:
The Daily Argosy, Georgetown, British Guiana, Sunday, September 14th., 1924 : page 4.
Elliott – On Monday, September 13th., 1948 at her residence, Nabaclis Village, East Coast, Demerara, Mrs. Annie Sophia, relict of T. J. Elliott, retired schoolmaster, Mother of Edward, Henry, Sydney and Wilfred Elliott, and Mesdames H. Bradshaw, S. Willis, and M. Patterson, and sister of Miss Sarah Sandy, retired School teacher.
The funeral will remove from the house of mourning - Nabaclis Village – to Victoria Roman Catholic church for the funeral service, and back to Nabaclis cemetery for interment at 4.00 p.m., today.
Relatives and friends are asked to accept this intimation.
Source:
The Daily Argosy, Georgetown, British Guiana, Tuesday, September 14th., 1948 : page 5.
SANCHO:- On Saturday, 13th. Inst., at Nabaclis, East Coast, Demerara, LAMMIE, the beloved husband of Annie Sancho, and father of Winnie, Tommy, Ruby, Magnel and Ileane.
Funeral at 4 o’clock, today.
Friends please accept this the only intimation.
Source:
The Daily Argosy, Georgetown, British Guiana, Sunday, September 14th., 1924 : page 4.
Elliott – On Monday, September 13th., 1948 at her residence, Nabaclis Village, East Coast, Demerara, Mrs. Annie Sophia, relict of T. J. Elliott, retired schoolmaster, Mother of Edward, Henry, Sydney and Wilfred Elliott, and Mesdames H. Bradshaw, S. Willis, and M. Patterson, and sister of Miss Sarah Sandy, retired School teacher.
The funeral will remove from the house of mourning - Nabaclis Village – to Victoria Roman Catholic church for the funeral service, and back to Nabaclis cemetery for interment at 4.00 p.m., today.
Relatives and friends are asked to accept this intimation.
Source:
The Daily Argosy, Georgetown, British Guiana, Tuesday, September 14th., 1948 : page 5.
Thursday, December 23, 2004
Golden Grove Celebrates Centenary As Village
B.G. News
Golden Grove Celebrates Centenary As Village
Initiative and Self-Help of Inhabitants Praised.
His Excellency Unveils Memorial Tablet
WHEN the Centenary celebrations of the purchase of Golden Grove, East Coast, Demerara, by 50 manumitted slaves, were opened on Wednesday last His Excellency the Governor, Sir Charles Woolley, K.C.M.G., O.B.E., M.C., and Lady Woolley, were among the chief guests.
IN THE COURSE of a heartening and congratulatory address. His Excellency declared that his greatest interest in British Guiana was directed towards the welfare of the rural areas, and much of his time was occupied with the solution of problems for the benefit of these areas. The prosperity of British Guiana depended mostly upon what it produced, and he was glad that Golden Grove was in the front rank in farming activities.
DESCRIBED by the Governor as the “Apostle of the Villages,” Mr. M. B. Laing, C.M.G., O.B.E., in his address stressed the important responsibility placed upon Village Councillors and urged villagers to give full co-operation for the advancement of the Village in every respect.
Mr. L. D. Sarrabo, prominent villager of Golden Grove was the reciptent of congratulations on the historical review of Golden Grove Village prepared and read by him at the first day’s celebration of the Centenary.
REVIEW OF PROGESS
The review covered the progress of the Village from the time of its purchase on May 5, 1848, by 50 manumitted slaves, to the present time, and included a record of the career of sons and daughters of Golden Grove who, during that period had gained special achievements. This historical review is published elsewhere in this issue, and, as was suggested by His Excellency deserves a place in the archives of the Colony.
On Wednesday afternoon, after the reading of the review, a Memorial tablet erected on the grounds of the Methodist Church at Golden Grove, was unveiled by His Excellency. On the Memorial tablet is inscribed the names of His Excellency the Governor, Messrs. M. B. Laing, C.M.G., Commissioner of Local Government, F. St.M. Gerrard, District Commissioner and the Chairman and Councillors of Golden Grove-Nabaclis Village.
HIS EXCELLENCY’S ADDRESS
Returning to the dais after Mr. H. A. Hughes, Chairman, had welcomed His Excellency, Lady Woolley, and the other guests, His Excellency addressed the gathering.
He said that as he drove into the village it was inspiring to see the great concourse of people gathered for the festive occasion. Expressing thanks for the warm welcome he and Lady Woolley had received, His Excellency said it gave them pleasure to attend and take part in the Centenary celebration of Golden Grove Village.
He felt it a duty, in spite of the many preoccupations, to be present. His interest in the rural areas was pre-eminent. The prosperity of British Guiana depended mostly on what it produced, and much of his time was spent in solving problems for the welfare of the country districts. There was exhibited at times a good deal of impatience to get certain things done, but before Government launched a scheme, it had to be examined carefully for assurance that the scheme was sound and on sure foundation.
On such an occasion as a Centenary celebration, His Excellency said it was well to review what progress had been made over the period of a hundred years. It would have been a good thing if the 50 pioneers of the Village had been alive to see how their original plans were carried out and improved. He referred to the Historical Review by Mr. Sarrabo, congratulated him on its preparation, and expressed the hope that it would find a place in the archives at the Public Buildings, Georgetown.
His Excellency went on to trace the evolution and progress of Local Administration, and said he was pleased of the information that the village played an important part in the agricultural activities of British Guiana. Much of the progress the village had achieved was due to the initiative of its inhabitants and their quality of self-help.
He extended warm congratulations to the community on the attainment of a hundred years’ existence and ended by wishing the Village continued prosperity to such a degree as would make it more worthy of the name.
MR. LAING “APOSTLE OF VILLAGES”
Sir Charles then introduced the next speaker whom he termed the “Apostle of the Villages,” and that was Mr. Laing.
After expressing pleasure at being present, and gratitude for the invitation, Mr. Laing added tribute to Mr. Sarrabo for his interesting historical review.
He said he had listened with great interest to His Excellency’s address and endorsed all that had been said by him. The past, Mr. Laing said, had taught much, but the future was more important still. The present generation had to continue building on the foundation that was well and truly laid by the stalwarts of the past. Much had been done but there was much still to be done. He then stressed the important function that Village Councils had to undertake and emphasized the sacrifical voluntary work done by the several Village Councillors.
Mr. Laing went on to urge the villagers to give full co-operation to the Council, take pride in their village, and strive to build a better and brighter Golden Grove in every respect. He referred to the necessary amenities such as a Community centre, a market, electric lighting and playing fields; but said that the village must not be regarded merely as an avenue for picnics, but moreso as the home and working ground of those who follow agricultural pursuits. It must be made sure that “ he who tills the soil is making a good living.” He added that Village Councillors had ample opportunity and privilege of developing a full understanding of the requirements of the people of their community, and to guide them towards a fuller life – materially and spiritually.
BUILDING BETTER GOLDEN GROVE
Concluding, Mr. Laing said he joined in homage and gratitude to the memory of the men who founded the Village of Golden Grove, a hundred years ago and he enjoined the present villagers and those to come to grasp every opportunity with both hands and strive to build a yet better Golden Grove.
The Hon. D. P. Debidin, said he was happy for the honour and privilege of being associated with the celebration of the centenary of the existence of Golden Grove as a village. He was deeply impressed by the historical review and thought the villagers should be proud to have Mr. L. D. Sarrabo to compile so compact a history.
The occasion said Mr. Debidin, was an auspicious one and a fitting time for checking up on past achievements and decideing what further should be done during the next hundred years to improve further, conditions at Golden Grove.
After stressing the need of better drainage and irrigation, better housing, trade schools for senior boys and girls, he emphasized that farming, well carried on, was of great prosperity. He deplored the exodus of people from the rural areas to the city, where the struggle for existence was extremely keen and opportunity for earning a good livelihood precarious.
Finally, he advised the rising generation to emulate their forbearers who, through thrift, unity, love, and reverence to God had enabled such a laudable heritage to be handed down.
DIVINE SERVICE
During the morning a large gathering of villagers and friends from various parts of the Colony assembled in the Methodist Church of the village where an impressive service was held and a fitting sermon preached by the Rev. S. W. C. Crosse.
At intervals, musical contributions were rendered by the Militia Band, and among the hymns sung by the congregation were:- “Praise my soul the king of Heaven”, “O God our help in Ages past”, and “Now thank we all our God.” Mr. D. A. Trotman the schoolmaster of the village officiated at the organ.
THE SERMON
Rev. Crosse after extending on behalf of the villagers a hearty welcome to the visitors including Major Henwood and his band, took his text from Psalm 108, verse 8; “Oh that men would praise the Lord for his goodness and for his wonderful works to the children of men.”
He paid a glowing tribute to the vision and foresight of the founders of the village who carried through so noble and laudable a project, although they had been released from slavery not so many years past. Their foresight and thrift, their love and unity, their faith in God, were the qualities which led them to so fruitful a venture.
It was of interest to note how early they set apart a vast portion of land to erect a Church where they could worship God. It was fitting said the preacher, to be assembled as they were, to give praise to Almighty God for the heritage into which the succeeding generations of the Village had come.
A CHALLENGE
The occasion that day was a challenge to the present and future villagers to emulate the virtues, wisdom, love, unity and reverence to God and strive to “Present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God which is your reasonable service.”
the preacher concluded with the immortal lines of Longfellow:
“Lives of great men all remind us
we can make our lives sublime
And departing leave behind us
Footprints on the sands of time.”
The sermon ended, the “te Deum” was sung, and after the recitation of a General Thanksgiving by the assembly, led by the Minister, the singing of the National Anthem brought the service to an end.
Source:
The Daily Argosy, Friday, May 7th. 1948: page 4 and 6.
Golden Grove Celebrates Centenary As Village
Initiative and Self-Help of Inhabitants Praised.
His Excellency Unveils Memorial Tablet
WHEN the Centenary celebrations of the purchase of Golden Grove, East Coast, Demerara, by 50 manumitted slaves, were opened on Wednesday last His Excellency the Governor, Sir Charles Woolley, K.C.M.G., O.B.E., M.C., and Lady Woolley, were among the chief guests.
IN THE COURSE of a heartening and congratulatory address. His Excellency declared that his greatest interest in British Guiana was directed towards the welfare of the rural areas, and much of his time was occupied with the solution of problems for the benefit of these areas. The prosperity of British Guiana depended mostly upon what it produced, and he was glad that Golden Grove was in the front rank in farming activities.
DESCRIBED by the Governor as the “Apostle of the Villages,” Mr. M. B. Laing, C.M.G., O.B.E., in his address stressed the important responsibility placed upon Village Councillors and urged villagers to give full co-operation for the advancement of the Village in every respect.
Mr. L. D. Sarrabo, prominent villager of Golden Grove was the reciptent of congratulations on the historical review of Golden Grove Village prepared and read by him at the first day’s celebration of the Centenary.
REVIEW OF PROGESS
The review covered the progress of the Village from the time of its purchase on May 5, 1848, by 50 manumitted slaves, to the present time, and included a record of the career of sons and daughters of Golden Grove who, during that period had gained special achievements. This historical review is published elsewhere in this issue, and, as was suggested by His Excellency deserves a place in the archives of the Colony.
On Wednesday afternoon, after the reading of the review, a Memorial tablet erected on the grounds of the Methodist Church at Golden Grove, was unveiled by His Excellency. On the Memorial tablet is inscribed the names of His Excellency the Governor, Messrs. M. B. Laing, C.M.G., Commissioner of Local Government, F. St.M. Gerrard, District Commissioner and the Chairman and Councillors of Golden Grove-Nabaclis Village.
HIS EXCELLENCY’S ADDRESS
Returning to the dais after Mr. H. A. Hughes, Chairman, had welcomed His Excellency, Lady Woolley, and the other guests, His Excellency addressed the gathering.
He said that as he drove into the village it was inspiring to see the great concourse of people gathered for the festive occasion. Expressing thanks for the warm welcome he and Lady Woolley had received, His Excellency said it gave them pleasure to attend and take part in the Centenary celebration of Golden Grove Village.
He felt it a duty, in spite of the many preoccupations, to be present. His interest in the rural areas was pre-eminent. The prosperity of British Guiana depended mostly on what it produced, and much of his time was spent in solving problems for the welfare of the country districts. There was exhibited at times a good deal of impatience to get certain things done, but before Government launched a scheme, it had to be examined carefully for assurance that the scheme was sound and on sure foundation.
On such an occasion as a Centenary celebration, His Excellency said it was well to review what progress had been made over the period of a hundred years. It would have been a good thing if the 50 pioneers of the Village had been alive to see how their original plans were carried out and improved. He referred to the Historical Review by Mr. Sarrabo, congratulated him on its preparation, and expressed the hope that it would find a place in the archives at the Public Buildings, Georgetown.
His Excellency went on to trace the evolution and progress of Local Administration, and said he was pleased of the information that the village played an important part in the agricultural activities of British Guiana. Much of the progress the village had achieved was due to the initiative of its inhabitants and their quality of self-help.
He extended warm congratulations to the community on the attainment of a hundred years’ existence and ended by wishing the Village continued prosperity to such a degree as would make it more worthy of the name.
MR. LAING “APOSTLE OF VILLAGES”
Sir Charles then introduced the next speaker whom he termed the “Apostle of the Villages,” and that was Mr. Laing.
After expressing pleasure at being present, and gratitude for the invitation, Mr. Laing added tribute to Mr. Sarrabo for his interesting historical review.
He said he had listened with great interest to His Excellency’s address and endorsed all that had been said by him. The past, Mr. Laing said, had taught much, but the future was more important still. The present generation had to continue building on the foundation that was well and truly laid by the stalwarts of the past. Much had been done but there was much still to be done. He then stressed the important function that Village Councils had to undertake and emphasized the sacrifical voluntary work done by the several Village Councillors.
Mr. Laing went on to urge the villagers to give full co-operation to the Council, take pride in their village, and strive to build a better and brighter Golden Grove in every respect. He referred to the necessary amenities such as a Community centre, a market, electric lighting and playing fields; but said that the village must not be regarded merely as an avenue for picnics, but moreso as the home and working ground of those who follow agricultural pursuits. It must be made sure that “ he who tills the soil is making a good living.” He added that Village Councillors had ample opportunity and privilege of developing a full understanding of the requirements of the people of their community, and to guide them towards a fuller life – materially and spiritually.
BUILDING BETTER GOLDEN GROVE
Concluding, Mr. Laing said he joined in homage and gratitude to the memory of the men who founded the Village of Golden Grove, a hundred years ago and he enjoined the present villagers and those to come to grasp every opportunity with both hands and strive to build a yet better Golden Grove.
The Hon. D. P. Debidin, said he was happy for the honour and privilege of being associated with the celebration of the centenary of the existence of Golden Grove as a village. He was deeply impressed by the historical review and thought the villagers should be proud to have Mr. L. D. Sarrabo to compile so compact a history.
The occasion said Mr. Debidin, was an auspicious one and a fitting time for checking up on past achievements and decideing what further should be done during the next hundred years to improve further, conditions at Golden Grove.
After stressing the need of better drainage and irrigation, better housing, trade schools for senior boys and girls, he emphasized that farming, well carried on, was of great prosperity. He deplored the exodus of people from the rural areas to the city, where the struggle for existence was extremely keen and opportunity for earning a good livelihood precarious.
Finally, he advised the rising generation to emulate their forbearers who, through thrift, unity, love, and reverence to God had enabled such a laudable heritage to be handed down.
DIVINE SERVICE
During the morning a large gathering of villagers and friends from various parts of the Colony assembled in the Methodist Church of the village where an impressive service was held and a fitting sermon preached by the Rev. S. W. C. Crosse.
At intervals, musical contributions were rendered by the Militia Band, and among the hymns sung by the congregation were:- “Praise my soul the king of Heaven”, “O God our help in Ages past”, and “Now thank we all our God.” Mr. D. A. Trotman the schoolmaster of the village officiated at the organ.
THE SERMON
Rev. Crosse after extending on behalf of the villagers a hearty welcome to the visitors including Major Henwood and his band, took his text from Psalm 108, verse 8; “Oh that men would praise the Lord for his goodness and for his wonderful works to the children of men.”
He paid a glowing tribute to the vision and foresight of the founders of the village who carried through so noble and laudable a project, although they had been released from slavery not so many years past. Their foresight and thrift, their love and unity, their faith in God, were the qualities which led them to so fruitful a venture.
It was of interest to note how early they set apart a vast portion of land to erect a Church where they could worship God. It was fitting said the preacher, to be assembled as they were, to give praise to Almighty God for the heritage into which the succeeding generations of the Village had come.
A CHALLENGE
The occasion that day was a challenge to the present and future villagers to emulate the virtues, wisdom, love, unity and reverence to God and strive to “Present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God which is your reasonable service.”
the preacher concluded with the immortal lines of Longfellow:
“Lives of great men all remind us
we can make our lives sublime
And departing leave behind us
Footprints on the sands of time.”
The sermon ended, the “te Deum” was sung, and after the recitation of a General Thanksgiving by the assembly, led by the Minister, the singing of the National Anthem brought the service to an end.
Source:
The Daily Argosy, Friday, May 7th. 1948: page 4 and 6.
HISTORICAL REVIEW OF GOLDEN GROVE VILLAGE
B.G. News
HISTORICAL REVIEW OF GOLDEN GROVE VILLAGE
EVENTS, IMPROVEMENTS AND ACHIEVEMENTS, 1848 -1948.
Following is the historical review of the Golden Grove Village, East Coast, Demerara, covering the period of its acquisition as a village from May 5, 1848 to May 5, 1948, compiled and read by Mr. L. D. Sarrabo, a villager and former chairman of the Village Council, on the occasion of the opening of the centenary celebrations on Wednesday last, in the presence of His Excellency the Governor, and a number of prominent citizens.
May it please Your Excellency, Gentlemen: To-day a deep sense of joy and happiness thrills me because of the privilege and honour that are accorded to me to read a review showing the events, improvements and achievements which have taken place in various aspects in the life of the people over the years from 1848 to 1948.
SALE OF VILLAGE
On January 5, 1848, fifty men, good and true, pooled their resources and subscribed one hundred dollars each and bought Plantation Williamsburg for the sum of five thousand dollars. Robert Straker Turton, the owner of the Plantation, was approached by Charles William Cleeve through his attorney, William Heath, and bought the Plantation for and behalf of the fifty proprietors. Soon after this, the name Williamsburg was changed to Golden Grove, as it is this day.
Following are the names of the proprietors:-
Prince Grant; Juptier Quashey; Lina Hercules; John Sumner; Bentick Sancho; Filbert Horatio; Cheesewright Josiah; Ben Conwright; Sophy David; Leah Giles; James Smith; Rowland Chester; Job Timmany; Luke Philip and Gotina Stout; Bristol Newport; Philip Daniel; Tuckness Sancho; Quashey Luke, and Prince Asan; Benjamin Solomon; Robert Europe; Wellington Rogers; Sambo Sumner and Quammy David; Andrew Lexey; Joseph Beard; Sam Sarrabo; Blackwell Simon; Frederick Hope; Billy George; Frank Seaforth; Grenville Green; Billy Billieson; Duke Cato; George Jack; Charles Christmas; Diamond Chester; Stewart Smith; Daniel Virgil and Margaret McArthur; Sam Dick and Jack Newport; Sammy Richard; Sampson Collins; Douglas Hector and James Simon and George Timmany.
This sale, after being carried out, remained in the hands of the proprietors until January 1850, when, at their request a survey was made by Francis Jackson, Sworn Land Surveyor.
This survey was subdivided into building allotments for a Village. Each allotment is eleven and a half rods wide and twelve rods in depth equal to 138 square rods.
At the time of the allotment, it was a very happy gesture on the part of the proprietors, to mark off Lot No#. 5 with a measurement of 25 rods in depth and 16 rods in width equal to 450 square rods, and to give it over to the Wesleyan Missionary Society for Church and school purposes.
To-day, this is Lot No#. 5 on which we stand and celebrate our Centenary.
Nor was this all, the proprietors, so thoughtful and generous were they to the Wesleyan Methodist Society that they made a further contribution of two lots extending from Kendall Street on the West to James’ Avenue by the railway station for the use and benefit of the said Society. A large piece of land, on the northern side by the sea was also reserved as pasturage for grazing their cows, sheep and goats.
This plan No. 2668 referred to by Jackson and executed to William Heath, as attorney of Charles William Cleeve was deposited in the Deeds Registry, on the eighteenth day of April 1850, and signed by J. H. Froster, senior sworn clerk, and notary public. Following on the Jackson survey, a more detailed, and up to date survey was carried out in 1873 by A. J. Alcorn, Sworn Land Surveyor.
ADMINISTRATION
In the early days of the proprietors, the village was administered under the Central Board of Health Ordinance, until it was superseded by Sir John Carrington’s Ordinance of 1892. This Ordinance brought about a change in the administration of the Villages.
Sir John so as to give the Villagers a good understanding of the working of the new Ordinance met them at St. Paul’s schoolroom and explained it to them.
An extract from the Official Gazette of March 4, 1893, reads as follows: - “it is hereby notified that the Village Councils of the under mentioned villages have been duly constituted under the Village Ordinance, 1892, and are composed respectively of elected and nominated members as hereinafter appears, and it is further notified that the Central Board of Health have appointed the persons whose names “are hereinafter mentioned to be Chairmen of the respective Village Councils”:-
Golden Grove and Nabaclis
Elected Members
Manoel Garoe Pitta- Chairman; Thomas Adams, Albert Massiah Benn, Lammy Tuckness Sancho, David Collins, Adam Ridley,
Nominated Members; E. London, James David.
(sgd.) Thomas Daly Secretary of Central Board of Health Dated Georgetown 3rd. March 1893. This was the composition of the first Council under the Village Ordinance of 1892. Then came the second and third Council of which Brandford Trotman and George Cockfield were Chairmen, respectively.
On 17th. July, 1923, to 31st. December, 1933, L. D. Sarrabo was Chairman of the District. During that period the following services were carried out for the good and welfare of the proprietors, generally:-
1. March 17 1924 Allotting and giving out Section 1, Golden Grove and Nabaclis, to the proprietors.
2. March 2, 1928 Installing and opening pumping plant at Nabaclis, by Sir Cecil Rodwell, K.C.M.G.
3. July 19, 1930 Empoldering and giving out Sections J and K – 400 acres- Golden Grove and Nabaclis,
to the proprietors.
4. January 1, 1932 Introduction of the Village Administration Scheme.
5. October 19, 1933 Opening of the Cane Industry Golden Grove and Nabaclis, by Sir
Edward Brandis Denham , K.C.M.G. and passing the first 16 acres of canes through
the right of way into the factory of Plantation Enmore to be made into sugar.
Then followed the succeeding Chairmen to the Council; J. R. Simon; Donald A. Trotman; C. P. Melbourne J.P.; Benjamin Kingston; C. F. Adams; J. C. Seeley; and the composition of the present Council.
ELECTED COUNCILLORS
H. A. Hughes, - Chairman; A. Fernandes, Deputy Chairman; S. L. Jeune; M. Fraser; T. H. Benn; and A. Mc Donald; D. A. Trotman; Nominated Councillors; C. P. Melbourne and T. R. Persaud.
During this period 1892 to 1945, many ordinances were introduced for the proper working of the Villages, among them being Ordinance 13 of 1907, which was superseded by the revised edition of the Laws of 1930, by Chapter 84 and finally that was superseded by the present Ordinance, No #. 14 of 1945.
AGRICULTURE
Golden Grove was always an Agricultural District, and Agriculture formed its background. The proprietors settled down in real earnest to agricultural pursuits. With them, there were no slack days. It was all work, work, work. They laboured faithfully from Monday to Saturday to achieve their aims and purposes, and soon made Golden Grove a hive of farming industry.
They took such keen interest in their farm holdings and produced such abundant crops of plantains, cassava, yams, potatoes and the like, that Golden Grove soon won for itself the appellation of the Granary of the East Coast.
They manifested great pride in farming because it brought them prosperity and independence and was regarded in every respect as a paying concern.
They built goodly two-storeyed houses and lived in them in comfort to themselves and their families.
It was the usual occurrence to see twenty to twenty-five trucks laden with sugar and syrup and ground provisions leave the siding at Golden Grove, every Monday afternoon for the City.
The people of that day were very enterprising and ambitious, and in 1872, Jimmy James erected a windmill on his lot at Golden Grove to make sugar and syrup. How well he succeeded in his business can be gauged by the fact that he received many orders for sugar (common process as it was called) and syrup from firms in Georgetown. In 1890, a steam plant for making sugar was put up by C. W. Wilson, and afterwards passed into the hands of Isaac Evelyn. There was such a progressive spirit among the people of that period that, Colin Hiles, applied to Government for a licence to distil rum at Golden Grove. The application was turned down on the ground that he had not one hundred acres of canes under cultivation.
PIONEERS OF AGRICULTURAL SHOWS
In August of 1894, Golden Grove was the first Village in the Colony to hold an Agricultural show. The next year, 1895, another show was held with equally successful results. In 1896, it took place at Victoria-Belfield under the aegis of the Victoria-Belfield Agricultural Society of which Mr. Barbour-James was President. From 1897 District Agricultural shows under the Department of Agriculture were held all over the Colony. Another outstanding feature of Golden Grove was a racecourse of its own. Some of the proprietors owned race-horses, and it was a glorious time when horses from far and near met the homesters and contested with one another for supremacy of place.
All these things happened because the proprietors enjoyed very good drainage, reaped excellent crops, and lived in a state of prosperity, independence and happiness.
At this closing year of Centenary the drainage question has become a problem to be solved, and I venture the expression that with good drainage, these same sturdy farmers of Golden Grove will stage a wonderful “Get back to the land” with the determination to win again the glorious past, and be reckoned as economic factors of the Country.
Before I pass on, I must make mention of the fact that, Golden Grove is the home of the “Famous Buxton Spice.” Several years ago, the market women of Buxton came here and bought the mango, took it to Georgetown, and sold it under the name and title of “Buxton Spice” which name it has retained up to this day. If it is not “Buxton Spice,” it is no mango – no market.
EDUCATION
In 1848, the first elementary school was opened in the Congregational Church at Victoria. The teacher was one, Boss Africa – a slave. He was taught to read and write by the early London Missionaries who came out here during the time of slavery. Boss Africa, being a very ambitious man, his fame as a teacher went far and wide and soon drew to his school a large number of boys from Golden Grove, Nabaclis and Victoria.
There can be no doubt that the boys showed some progress at reading and writing and were advanced into a Grammar class.
It happened on a certain Friday afternoon that Boss Africa wanting to test the boys’ prowess at parsing, called upon one of them and said, “Kenny, paus me the suntans Chan-clow (meaning Carrion Crow) flew Vap Vap” Kenny, not to be out done, and to show himself how smart a boy he was at parsing, sang out in a loud voice and said Carrion Crow flew Vap Vap, that is verb sir. Kenny’s answer was so satisfactory to Boss Africa that he sang out in a loud voice and said, “Good boy Kenny, smat boy fo’tru, you propa know gramma.”
That was the standard of education in those days.
If we compare it with our standard to-day, we would see what great improvements have taken place over the period of which we write and the great achievements accomplished by boys along that line.
As this review deals specifically with Golden Grove, I shall begin with boys of Golden Grove who have been outstanding and made a mark for themselves.
Scholarships: I shall now begin with Arnold McLean and Gobind Persaud; Both these boys received the baptism of their early education at the Wesleyan Methodist School at Golden Grove under the careful tuition of Mr. J. A. Trotman. McLean afterwards went to Cove and John school and there he improved his studies and won a County Scholarship, went to Queen’s and after three years of hard study, carried off the Guiana Scholarship. The next year he went to England and studied medicine.
Persaud remained with Mr. Trotman; won a County Scholarship, went to Queen’s and won the Guiana Scholarship, and took up the study of Law in England.
Next in line of scholarships is Samson N. Collins. He received his early education at Golden Grove Methodist school, and afterwards went to Cove and John at which school he won the first trade Bursary Scholarship in 1912.
He was apprenticed to the late G. N. Lord, and was awarded the Master Tailor Certificate by the Board of Industrial Training in 1918.
He studied with the Tailors and Cutters Academy in the West End and was awarded a Diploma as a Cutter.
In 1932-33, S. N. revisited England and interviewed the Secretary of state for the Colonies, in the colonial Office on matters concerning the establishment of minor industries in British Guiana.
Next in order of scholarships come Charles Jupiter, Stella Benjamin, Neville Barnwell, Waveney and Donald Trotman. All these have won the County scholarship. Waveney and Donald are now at Bishops’ High School and Queen’s respectively and doing well in their studies. We hope to hear of them, carrying off the Guiana Scholarship in due time.
There is another outstanding Golden Grove boy. I refer to Stanley E. Gomes, now His Majesty’s Attorney General in the Leeward Islands. He too had a sprinkling of his early Education at the Golden Grove Methodist school under Mr. J. A. Trotman.
Then come Donald Trotman and George H. Morrison. Both of them won the Student Teacher ship; went off to Mico College in Jamaica, studied 2 years and returned home.
George is an Assistant Inspector of Schools appointed by the Secretary of State for the Colonies and is now acting County Inspector of schools. Donald is the Head teacher of the Golden Grove Methodist school in succession to his father Mr. James A. Trotman, now retired after 36 years of service in that school.
Following on are R. A. Kendall, J. R. Simon, and Milton B. Trotman now chief steward at the Public Hospital, Suddie. Mention must also be made of Wady Simon, Assistant Inspector of Police, Thomas Ward and Oscar Hobbs. Thomas is now Sergeant of Police and Oscar, Lance-Corpl. Has just been awarded the Colonial Police and Fire Brigade Long Service Medal. We hope to see them climbing and reaching the topmost rung of the ladder of their department and making their mark. And what shall we say of Albert Glen? He is now Chief Guard of the Transport and Harbours Department. All these sons, and more, are the product of Golden Grove and passed through its school.
PROGRESS OF SCHOOL
Sir Crawford Douglas-Jones; C.M.G when acting Governor, offered prizes for the best papers on “History of the British Empire” to the primary schools throughout the Colony. The Golden Grove Methodist school on this occasion distinguished itself when Constance Ainsworth and Samuel Shepherd won both of the Governor’s prizes. By this brilliant and outstanding achievement, the school has again added new laurels to its number and covered itself with glory.
The school increased in number until 1936 an additional building had to be erected to accommodate the pupils.
At the opening of this building Major Bain Gray, then Director of Education, paid a glowing tribute to the Head teacher, “Mr. Trotman,” he said, “ not only helps by providing teachers for his own school but for many other schools in the Colony.” To-day, the school has on its roll a total approximating to 700 scholars.
The results of this school are very gratifying and year after year Mr. D. A. Trotman, the Head Teacher, is proving himself a very capable and efficient teacher of high standing. This school needs a library and press to teach boys the art of printing and running a monthly or quarterly magazine of its own. But these are not all. There should also, be an industrial side attached to such a school where boys and girls would be given an opportunity of obtaining proper training in the art of Tropical Agriculture so as to fit them for an agricultural life, that is farming, poultry rearing, butter making, canning and the carrying on of allied manufacturing industries to fit them for becoming worthy citizens.
CENTENARY SCHOLARSHIP
The Golden Grove and Nabaclis Village Council has under consideration (funds permitting) to found a Scholarship having an Agricultural background, to be called the Golden Grove Centenary Scholarship.
This Scholarship will afford boys the opportunity of entering the Imperial College of Tropical Agriculture in Trinidad and pursuing a course of studies.
I shall have failed in my duty if I close this review without mentioning the names of the heroes who did service in Egypt, France and Belgium in World War 1 of 1914-18. When the call of duty went out, “Your Country needs you,” 25 boys of Golden Grove enlisted for service to fight for King and Country. Their names are Matthias Harding; Arthur Pompey who rose to be Corporal; Arthur Rodney; John De Souza; Arnold Thomas; John Graham; Jimmy Hercules; Lionel Waterman; Tommy Kendall; Samuel Charles; Augustus Toney; Iris Lopes; Joseph Lopes; George Wilson; Thomas Lewis; Sway Sydney; B. Sydney; Willie Franklin; Reggie Rodney; Jephtah Glasgow; Thomas Eversley and 4 others whose names I cannot now recall.
Of this number, five of them, Corporal Arthur Pompey took ill in France, was sent home and died shortly after. His remains were interred in the Golden Grove Cemetery and a monument raised to his memory. Also Privates Matthias Harding, Lionel Waterman, Jimmy Hercules, and Arnold Thomas. These five boys made the supreme sacrifice and given their lives that others might live.
THANKS
I must first of all thank Your Excellency for coming and presiding over, and taking part in our Centenary Celebrations to-day. The Chairman in his address of welcome to Your Excellency very befittingly remarked that he knows how busy Your Excellency is at this time with all the upset and unrest of labour troubles which call for solution at Your Excellency’s hands. Yet in spite of all this, Your Excellency has found time to come to us. We highly appreciate and thank Your Excellency for honouring us with Your presence to-day. Next – comes Mr. Laing who is not a stranger to Golden Grove. He has been aptly described as the “Father of Village Administration.” But to-day with Mr. Laing’s permission, I wish to christen and give him a new name and call him the “Apostle of Village Administration.” Mr. Laing has given me every assistance and very readily placed all the records at my disposal. Mr. Laing has also advised and given me directions in making the Centenary Programme. For these services we offer and ask Mr. Laing’s acceptance of our sincerest thanks. Mr. Christiani, the veteran Secretary of the Local Government Board, when I approached him and asked for his help, he very readily and willingly prepared extracts of village administration which I have used to good effect in preparing this review. Mr. Christiani, has our sincerest thanks for all the services he has rendered us.
I shall not forget Mr. J. R. Muss. He also, was very helpful to me by placing at my disposal whatever records he knew would be of assistance to me. We heartily appreciate and thank Mr. Muss for his services. Last but not least comes Mr. Chase of the Deeds Registry. He gave up a portion of his breakfast hour and assisted me in getting out all the necessary information which I needed for this review. We offer to Mr. Chase our heartfelt thanks.
Finally, like Pope, we say “ Hope springs eternal in the human breast,” and so today, departing and leaving our footprints in the sand of time for others to follow, we hope that some Golden Grove boy worthier than I, will rise to the occasion and read the next Centenary historical review of 2048.
Thrice again, I thank Your Excellency and Gentlemen, for the patient hearing you have given to the reading of this historical review the historical review of the Centenary of Golden Grove, 1848 to 1948.
Source:
The Daily Argosy, Friday, May 7th. 1948: page 3.
HISTORICAL REVIEW OF GOLDEN GROVE VILLAGE
EVENTS, IMPROVEMENTS AND ACHIEVEMENTS, 1848 -1948.
Following is the historical review of the Golden Grove Village, East Coast, Demerara, covering the period of its acquisition as a village from May 5, 1848 to May 5, 1948, compiled and read by Mr. L. D. Sarrabo, a villager and former chairman of the Village Council, on the occasion of the opening of the centenary celebrations on Wednesday last, in the presence of His Excellency the Governor, and a number of prominent citizens.
May it please Your Excellency, Gentlemen: To-day a deep sense of joy and happiness thrills me because of the privilege and honour that are accorded to me to read a review showing the events, improvements and achievements which have taken place in various aspects in the life of the people over the years from 1848 to 1948.
SALE OF VILLAGE
On January 5, 1848, fifty men, good and true, pooled their resources and subscribed one hundred dollars each and bought Plantation Williamsburg for the sum of five thousand dollars. Robert Straker Turton, the owner of the Plantation, was approached by Charles William Cleeve through his attorney, William Heath, and bought the Plantation for and behalf of the fifty proprietors. Soon after this, the name Williamsburg was changed to Golden Grove, as it is this day.
Following are the names of the proprietors:-
Prince Grant; Juptier Quashey; Lina Hercules; John Sumner; Bentick Sancho; Filbert Horatio; Cheesewright Josiah; Ben Conwright; Sophy David; Leah Giles; James Smith; Rowland Chester; Job Timmany; Luke Philip and Gotina Stout; Bristol Newport; Philip Daniel; Tuckness Sancho; Quashey Luke, and Prince Asan; Benjamin Solomon; Robert Europe; Wellington Rogers; Sambo Sumner and Quammy David; Andrew Lexey; Joseph Beard; Sam Sarrabo; Blackwell Simon; Frederick Hope; Billy George; Frank Seaforth; Grenville Green; Billy Billieson; Duke Cato; George Jack; Charles Christmas; Diamond Chester; Stewart Smith; Daniel Virgil and Margaret McArthur; Sam Dick and Jack Newport; Sammy Richard; Sampson Collins; Douglas Hector and James Simon and George Timmany.
This sale, after being carried out, remained in the hands of the proprietors until January 1850, when, at their request a survey was made by Francis Jackson, Sworn Land Surveyor.
This survey was subdivided into building allotments for a Village. Each allotment is eleven and a half rods wide and twelve rods in depth equal to 138 square rods.
At the time of the allotment, it was a very happy gesture on the part of the proprietors, to mark off Lot No#. 5 with a measurement of 25 rods in depth and 16 rods in width equal to 450 square rods, and to give it over to the Wesleyan Missionary Society for Church and school purposes.
To-day, this is Lot No#. 5 on which we stand and celebrate our Centenary.
Nor was this all, the proprietors, so thoughtful and generous were they to the Wesleyan Methodist Society that they made a further contribution of two lots extending from Kendall Street on the West to James’ Avenue by the railway station for the use and benefit of the said Society. A large piece of land, on the northern side by the sea was also reserved as pasturage for grazing their cows, sheep and goats.
This plan No. 2668 referred to by Jackson and executed to William Heath, as attorney of Charles William Cleeve was deposited in the Deeds Registry, on the eighteenth day of April 1850, and signed by J. H. Froster, senior sworn clerk, and notary public. Following on the Jackson survey, a more detailed, and up to date survey was carried out in 1873 by A. J. Alcorn, Sworn Land Surveyor.
ADMINISTRATION
In the early days of the proprietors, the village was administered under the Central Board of Health Ordinance, until it was superseded by Sir John Carrington’s Ordinance of 1892. This Ordinance brought about a change in the administration of the Villages.
Sir John so as to give the Villagers a good understanding of the working of the new Ordinance met them at St. Paul’s schoolroom and explained it to them.
An extract from the Official Gazette of March 4, 1893, reads as follows: - “it is hereby notified that the Village Councils of the under mentioned villages have been duly constituted under the Village Ordinance, 1892, and are composed respectively of elected and nominated members as hereinafter appears, and it is further notified that the Central Board of Health have appointed the persons whose names “are hereinafter mentioned to be Chairmen of the respective Village Councils”:-
Golden Grove and Nabaclis
Elected Members
Manoel Garoe Pitta- Chairman; Thomas Adams, Albert Massiah Benn, Lammy Tuckness Sancho, David Collins, Adam Ridley,
Nominated Members; E. London, James David.
(sgd.) Thomas Daly Secretary of Central Board of Health Dated Georgetown 3rd. March 1893. This was the composition of the first Council under the Village Ordinance of 1892. Then came the second and third Council of which Brandford Trotman and George Cockfield were Chairmen, respectively.
On 17th. July, 1923, to 31st. December, 1933, L. D. Sarrabo was Chairman of the District. During that period the following services were carried out for the good and welfare of the proprietors, generally:-
1. March 17 1924 Allotting and giving out Section 1, Golden Grove and Nabaclis, to the proprietors.
2. March 2, 1928 Installing and opening pumping plant at Nabaclis, by Sir Cecil Rodwell, K.C.M.G.
3. July 19, 1930 Empoldering and giving out Sections J and K – 400 acres- Golden Grove and Nabaclis,
to the proprietors.
4. January 1, 1932 Introduction of the Village Administration Scheme.
5. October 19, 1933 Opening of the Cane Industry Golden Grove and Nabaclis, by Sir
Edward Brandis Denham , K.C.M.G. and passing the first 16 acres of canes through
the right of way into the factory of Plantation Enmore to be made into sugar.
Then followed the succeeding Chairmen to the Council; J. R. Simon; Donald A. Trotman; C. P. Melbourne J.P.; Benjamin Kingston; C. F. Adams; J. C. Seeley; and the composition of the present Council.
ELECTED COUNCILLORS
H. A. Hughes, - Chairman; A. Fernandes, Deputy Chairman; S. L. Jeune; M. Fraser; T. H. Benn; and A. Mc Donald; D. A. Trotman; Nominated Councillors; C. P. Melbourne and T. R. Persaud.
During this period 1892 to 1945, many ordinances were introduced for the proper working of the Villages, among them being Ordinance 13 of 1907, which was superseded by the revised edition of the Laws of 1930, by Chapter 84 and finally that was superseded by the present Ordinance, No #. 14 of 1945.
AGRICULTURE
Golden Grove was always an Agricultural District, and Agriculture formed its background. The proprietors settled down in real earnest to agricultural pursuits. With them, there were no slack days. It was all work, work, work. They laboured faithfully from Monday to Saturday to achieve their aims and purposes, and soon made Golden Grove a hive of farming industry.
They took such keen interest in their farm holdings and produced such abundant crops of plantains, cassava, yams, potatoes and the like, that Golden Grove soon won for itself the appellation of the Granary of the East Coast.
They manifested great pride in farming because it brought them prosperity and independence and was regarded in every respect as a paying concern.
They built goodly two-storeyed houses and lived in them in comfort to themselves and their families.
It was the usual occurrence to see twenty to twenty-five trucks laden with sugar and syrup and ground provisions leave the siding at Golden Grove, every Monday afternoon for the City.
The people of that day were very enterprising and ambitious, and in 1872, Jimmy James erected a windmill on his lot at Golden Grove to make sugar and syrup. How well he succeeded in his business can be gauged by the fact that he received many orders for sugar (common process as it was called) and syrup from firms in Georgetown. In 1890, a steam plant for making sugar was put up by C. W. Wilson, and afterwards passed into the hands of Isaac Evelyn. There was such a progressive spirit among the people of that period that, Colin Hiles, applied to Government for a licence to distil rum at Golden Grove. The application was turned down on the ground that he had not one hundred acres of canes under cultivation.
PIONEERS OF AGRICULTURAL SHOWS
In August of 1894, Golden Grove was the first Village in the Colony to hold an Agricultural show. The next year, 1895, another show was held with equally successful results. In 1896, it took place at Victoria-Belfield under the aegis of the Victoria-Belfield Agricultural Society of which Mr. Barbour-James was President. From 1897 District Agricultural shows under the Department of Agriculture were held all over the Colony. Another outstanding feature of Golden Grove was a racecourse of its own. Some of the proprietors owned race-horses, and it was a glorious time when horses from far and near met the homesters and contested with one another for supremacy of place.
All these things happened because the proprietors enjoyed very good drainage, reaped excellent crops, and lived in a state of prosperity, independence and happiness.
At this closing year of Centenary the drainage question has become a problem to be solved, and I venture the expression that with good drainage, these same sturdy farmers of Golden Grove will stage a wonderful “Get back to the land” with the determination to win again the glorious past, and be reckoned as economic factors of the Country.
Before I pass on, I must make mention of the fact that, Golden Grove is the home of the “Famous Buxton Spice.” Several years ago, the market women of Buxton came here and bought the mango, took it to Georgetown, and sold it under the name and title of “Buxton Spice” which name it has retained up to this day. If it is not “Buxton Spice,” it is no mango – no market.
EDUCATION
In 1848, the first elementary school was opened in the Congregational Church at Victoria. The teacher was one, Boss Africa – a slave. He was taught to read and write by the early London Missionaries who came out here during the time of slavery. Boss Africa, being a very ambitious man, his fame as a teacher went far and wide and soon drew to his school a large number of boys from Golden Grove, Nabaclis and Victoria.
There can be no doubt that the boys showed some progress at reading and writing and were advanced into a Grammar class.
It happened on a certain Friday afternoon that Boss Africa wanting to test the boys’ prowess at parsing, called upon one of them and said, “Kenny, paus me the suntans Chan-clow (meaning Carrion Crow) flew Vap Vap” Kenny, not to be out done, and to show himself how smart a boy he was at parsing, sang out in a loud voice and said Carrion Crow flew Vap Vap, that is verb sir. Kenny’s answer was so satisfactory to Boss Africa that he sang out in a loud voice and said, “Good boy Kenny, smat boy fo’tru, you propa know gramma.”
That was the standard of education in those days.
If we compare it with our standard to-day, we would see what great improvements have taken place over the period of which we write and the great achievements accomplished by boys along that line.
As this review deals specifically with Golden Grove, I shall begin with boys of Golden Grove who have been outstanding and made a mark for themselves.
Scholarships: I shall now begin with Arnold McLean and Gobind Persaud; Both these boys received the baptism of their early education at the Wesleyan Methodist School at Golden Grove under the careful tuition of Mr. J. A. Trotman. McLean afterwards went to Cove and John school and there he improved his studies and won a County Scholarship, went to Queen’s and after three years of hard study, carried off the Guiana Scholarship. The next year he went to England and studied medicine.
Persaud remained with Mr. Trotman; won a County Scholarship, went to Queen’s and won the Guiana Scholarship, and took up the study of Law in England.
Next in line of scholarships is Samson N. Collins. He received his early education at Golden Grove Methodist school, and afterwards went to Cove and John at which school he won the first trade Bursary Scholarship in 1912.
He was apprenticed to the late G. N. Lord, and was awarded the Master Tailor Certificate by the Board of Industrial Training in 1918.
He studied with the Tailors and Cutters Academy in the West End and was awarded a Diploma as a Cutter.
In 1932-33, S. N. revisited England and interviewed the Secretary of state for the Colonies, in the colonial Office on matters concerning the establishment of minor industries in British Guiana.
Next in order of scholarships come Charles Jupiter, Stella Benjamin, Neville Barnwell, Waveney and Donald Trotman. All these have won the County scholarship. Waveney and Donald are now at Bishops’ High School and Queen’s respectively and doing well in their studies. We hope to hear of them, carrying off the Guiana Scholarship in due time.
There is another outstanding Golden Grove boy. I refer to Stanley E. Gomes, now His Majesty’s Attorney General in the Leeward Islands. He too had a sprinkling of his early Education at the Golden Grove Methodist school under Mr. J. A. Trotman.
Then come Donald Trotman and George H. Morrison. Both of them won the Student Teacher ship; went off to Mico College in Jamaica, studied 2 years and returned home.
George is an Assistant Inspector of Schools appointed by the Secretary of State for the Colonies and is now acting County Inspector of schools. Donald is the Head teacher of the Golden Grove Methodist school in succession to his father Mr. James A. Trotman, now retired after 36 years of service in that school.
Following on are R. A. Kendall, J. R. Simon, and Milton B. Trotman now chief steward at the Public Hospital, Suddie. Mention must also be made of Wady Simon, Assistant Inspector of Police, Thomas Ward and Oscar Hobbs. Thomas is now Sergeant of Police and Oscar, Lance-Corpl. Has just been awarded the Colonial Police and Fire Brigade Long Service Medal. We hope to see them climbing and reaching the topmost rung of the ladder of their department and making their mark. And what shall we say of Albert Glen? He is now Chief Guard of the Transport and Harbours Department. All these sons, and more, are the product of Golden Grove and passed through its school.
PROGRESS OF SCHOOL
Sir Crawford Douglas-Jones; C.M.G when acting Governor, offered prizes for the best papers on “History of the British Empire” to the primary schools throughout the Colony. The Golden Grove Methodist school on this occasion distinguished itself when Constance Ainsworth and Samuel Shepherd won both of the Governor’s prizes. By this brilliant and outstanding achievement, the school has again added new laurels to its number and covered itself with glory.
The school increased in number until 1936 an additional building had to be erected to accommodate the pupils.
At the opening of this building Major Bain Gray, then Director of Education, paid a glowing tribute to the Head teacher, “Mr. Trotman,” he said, “ not only helps by providing teachers for his own school but for many other schools in the Colony.” To-day, the school has on its roll a total approximating to 700 scholars.
The results of this school are very gratifying and year after year Mr. D. A. Trotman, the Head Teacher, is proving himself a very capable and efficient teacher of high standing. This school needs a library and press to teach boys the art of printing and running a monthly or quarterly magazine of its own. But these are not all. There should also, be an industrial side attached to such a school where boys and girls would be given an opportunity of obtaining proper training in the art of Tropical Agriculture so as to fit them for an agricultural life, that is farming, poultry rearing, butter making, canning and the carrying on of allied manufacturing industries to fit them for becoming worthy citizens.
CENTENARY SCHOLARSHIP
The Golden Grove and Nabaclis Village Council has under consideration (funds permitting) to found a Scholarship having an Agricultural background, to be called the Golden Grove Centenary Scholarship.
This Scholarship will afford boys the opportunity of entering the Imperial College of Tropical Agriculture in Trinidad and pursuing a course of studies.
I shall have failed in my duty if I close this review without mentioning the names of the heroes who did service in Egypt, France and Belgium in World War 1 of 1914-18. When the call of duty went out, “Your Country needs you,” 25 boys of Golden Grove enlisted for service to fight for King and Country. Their names are Matthias Harding; Arthur Pompey who rose to be Corporal; Arthur Rodney; John De Souza; Arnold Thomas; John Graham; Jimmy Hercules; Lionel Waterman; Tommy Kendall; Samuel Charles; Augustus Toney; Iris Lopes; Joseph Lopes; George Wilson; Thomas Lewis; Sway Sydney; B. Sydney; Willie Franklin; Reggie Rodney; Jephtah Glasgow; Thomas Eversley and 4 others whose names I cannot now recall.
Of this number, five of them, Corporal Arthur Pompey took ill in France, was sent home and died shortly after. His remains were interred in the Golden Grove Cemetery and a monument raised to his memory. Also Privates Matthias Harding, Lionel Waterman, Jimmy Hercules, and Arnold Thomas. These five boys made the supreme sacrifice and given their lives that others might live.
THANKS
I must first of all thank Your Excellency for coming and presiding over, and taking part in our Centenary Celebrations to-day. The Chairman in his address of welcome to Your Excellency very befittingly remarked that he knows how busy Your Excellency is at this time with all the upset and unrest of labour troubles which call for solution at Your Excellency’s hands. Yet in spite of all this, Your Excellency has found time to come to us. We highly appreciate and thank Your Excellency for honouring us with Your presence to-day. Next – comes Mr. Laing who is not a stranger to Golden Grove. He has been aptly described as the “Father of Village Administration.” But to-day with Mr. Laing’s permission, I wish to christen and give him a new name and call him the “Apostle of Village Administration.” Mr. Laing has given me every assistance and very readily placed all the records at my disposal. Mr. Laing has also advised and given me directions in making the Centenary Programme. For these services we offer and ask Mr. Laing’s acceptance of our sincerest thanks. Mr. Christiani, the veteran Secretary of the Local Government Board, when I approached him and asked for his help, he very readily and willingly prepared extracts of village administration which I have used to good effect in preparing this review. Mr. Christiani, has our sincerest thanks for all the services he has rendered us.
I shall not forget Mr. J. R. Muss. He also, was very helpful to me by placing at my disposal whatever records he knew would be of assistance to me. We heartily appreciate and thank Mr. Muss for his services. Last but not least comes Mr. Chase of the Deeds Registry. He gave up a portion of his breakfast hour and assisted me in getting out all the necessary information which I needed for this review. We offer to Mr. Chase our heartfelt thanks.
Finally, like Pope, we say “ Hope springs eternal in the human breast,” and so today, departing and leaving our footprints in the sand of time for others to follow, we hope that some Golden Grove boy worthier than I, will rise to the occasion and read the next Centenary historical review of 2048.
Thrice again, I thank Your Excellency and Gentlemen, for the patient hearing you have given to the reading of this historical review the historical review of the Centenary of Golden Grove, 1848 to 1948.
Source:
The Daily Argosy, Friday, May 7th. 1948: page 3.
Golden Grove Celebrates Centenary As Village
B.G. News
Golden Grove Celebrates Centenary As Village
Initiative and Self-Help of Inhabitants Praised.
His Excellency Unveils Memorial Tablet
WHEN the Centenary celebrations of the purchase of Golden Grove, East Coast, Demerara, by 50 manumitted slaves, were opened on Wednesday last His Excellency the Governor, Sir Charles Woolley, K.C.M.G., O.B.E., M.C., and Lady Woolley, were among the chief guests.
IN THE COURSE of a heartening and congratulatory address. His Excellency declared that his greatest interest in British Guiana was directed towards the welfare of the rural areas, and much of his time was occupied with the solution of problems for the benefit of these areas. The prosperity of British Guiana depended mostly upon what it produced, and he was glad that Golden Grove was in the front rank in farming activities.
DESCRIBED by the Governor as the “Apostle of the Villages,” Mr. M. B. Laing, C.M.G., O.B.E., in his address stressed the important responsibility placed upon Village Councillors and urged villagers to give full co-operation for the advancement of the Village in every respect.
Mr. L. D. Sarrabo, prominent villager of Golden Grove was the reciptent of congratulations on the historical review of Golden Grove Village prepared and read by him at the first day’s celebration of the Centenary.
REVIEW OF PROGESS
The review covered the progress of the Village from the time of its purchase on May 5, 1848, by 50 manumitted slaves, to the present time, and included a record of the career of sons and daughters of Golden Grove who, during that period had gained special achievements. This historical review is published elsewhere in this issue, and, as was suggested by His Excellency deserves a place in the archives of the Colony.
On Wednesday afternoon, after the reading of the review, a Memorial tablet erected on the grounds of the Methodist Church at Golden Grove, was unveiled by His Excellency. On the Memorial tablet is inscribed the names of His Excellency the Governor, Messrs. M. B. Laing, C.M.G., Commissioner of Local Government, F. St.M. Gerrard, District Commissioner and the Chairman and Councillors of Golden Grove-Nabaclis Village.
HIS EXCELLENCY’S ADDRESS
Returning to the dais after Mr. H. A. Hughes, Chairman, had welcomed His Excellency, Lady Woolley, and the other guests, His Excellency addressed the gathering.
He said that as he drove into the village it was inspiring to see the great concourse of people gathered for the festive occasion. Expressing thanks for the warm welcome he and Lady Woolley had received, His Excellency said it gave them pleasure to attend and take part in the Centenary celebration of Golden Grove Village.
He felt it a duty, in spite of the many preoccupations, to be present. His interest in the rural areas was pre-eminent. The prosperity of British Guiana depended mostly on what it produced, and much of his time was spent in solving problems for the welfare of the country districts. There was exhibited at times a good deal of impatience to get certain things done, but before Government launched a scheme, it had to be examined carefully for assurance that the scheme was sound and on sure foundation.
On such an occasion as a Centenary celebration, His Excellency said it was well to review what progress had been made over the period of a hundred years. It would have been a good thing if the 50 pioneers of the Village had been alive to see how their original plans were carried out and improved. He referred to the Historical Review by Mr. Sarrabo, congratulated him on its preparation, and expressed the hope that it would find a place in the archives at the Public Buildings, Georgetown.
His Excellency went on to trace the evolution and progress of Local Administration, and said he was pleased of the information that the village played an important part in the agricultural activities of British Guiana. Much of the progress the village had achieved was due to the initiative of its inhabitants and their quality of self-help.
He extended warm congratulations to the community on the attainment of a hundred years’ existence and ended by wishing the Village continued prosperity to such a degree as would make it more worthy of the name.
MR. LAING “APOSTLE OF VILLAGES”
Sir Charles then introduced the next speaker whom he termed the “Apostle of the Villages,” and that was Mr. Laing.
After expressing pleasure at being present, and gratitude for the invitation, Mr. Laing added tribute to Mr. Sarrabo for his interesting historical review.
He said he had listened with great interest to His Excellency’s address and endorsed all that had been said by him. The past, Mr. Laing said, had taught much, but the future was more important still. The present generation had to continue building on the foundation that was well and truly laid by the stalwarts of the past. Much had been done but there was much still to be done. He then stressed the important function that Village Councils had to undertake and emphasized the sacrifical voluntary work done by the several Village Councillors.
Mr. Laing went on to urge the villagers to give full co-operation to the Council, take pride in their village, and strive to build a better and brighter Golden Grove in every respect. He referred to the necessary amenities such as a Community centre, a market, electric lighting and playing fields; but said that the village must not be regarded merely as an avenue for picnics, but moreso as the home and working ground of those who follow agricultural pursuits. It must be made sure that “ he who tills the soil is making a good living.” He added that Village Councillors had ample opportunity and privilege of developing a full understanding of the requirements of the people of their community, and to guide them towards a fuller life – materially and spiritually.
BUILDING BETTER GOLDEN GROVE
Concluding, Mr. Laing said he joined in homage and gratitude to the memory of the men who founded the Village of Golden Grove, a hundred years ago and he enjoined the present villagers and those to come to grasp every opportunity with both hands and strive to build a yet better Golden Grove.
The Hon. D. P. Debidin, said he was happy for the honour and privilege of being associated with the celebration of the centenary of the existence of Golden Grove as a village. He was deeply impressed by the historical review and thought the villagers should be proud to have Mr. L. D. Sarrabo to compile so compact a history.
The occasion said Mr. Debidin, was an auspicious one and a fitting time for checking up on past achievements and decideing what further should be done during the next hundred years to improve further, conditions at Golden Grove.
After stressing the need of better drainage and irrigation, better housing, trade schools for senior boys and girls, he emphasized that farming, well carried on, was of great prosperity. He deplored the exodus of people from the rural areas to the city, where the struggle for existence was extremely keen and opportunity for earning a good livelihood precarious.
Finally, he advised the rising generation to emulate their forbearers who, through thrift, unity, love, and reverence to God had enabled such a laudable heritage to be handed down.
DIVINE SERVICE
During the morning a large gathering of villagers and friends from various parts of the Colony assembled in the Methodist Church of the village where an impressive service was held and a fitting sermon preached by the Rev. S. W. C. Crosse.
At intervals, musical contributions were rendered by the Militia Band, and among the hymns sung by the congregation were:- “Praise my soul the king of Heaven”, “O God our help in Ages past”, and “Now thank we all our God.” Mr. D. A. Trotman the schoolmaster of the village officiated at the organ.
THE SERMON
Rev. Crosse after extending on behalf of the villagers a hearty welcome to the visitors including Major Henwood and his band, took his text from Psalm 108, verse 8; “Oh that men would praise the Lord for his goodness and for his wonderful works to the children of men.”
He paid a glowing tribute to the vision and foresight of the founders of the village who carried through so noble and laudable a project, although they had been released from slavery not so many years past. Their foresight and thrift, their love and unity, their faith in God, were the qualities which led them to so fruitful a venture.
It was of interest to note how early they set apart a vast portion of land to erect a Church where they could worship God. It was fitting said the preacher, to be assembled as they were, to give praise to Almighty God for the heritage into which the succeeding generations of the Village had come.
A CHALLENGE
The occasion that day was a challenge to the present and future villagers to emulate the virtues, wisdom, love, unity and reverence to God and strive to “Present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God which is your reasonable service.”
the preacher concluded with the immortal lines of Longfellow:
“Lives of great men all remind us
we can make our lives sublime
And departing leave behind us
Footprints on the sands of time.”
The sermon ended, the “te Deum” was sung, and after the recitation of a General Thanksgiving by the assembly, led by the Minister, the singing of the National Anthem brought the service to an end.
Source:
The Daily Argosy, Friday, May 7th. 1948: page 4 and 6.
Golden Grove Celebrates Centenary As Village
Initiative and Self-Help of Inhabitants Praised.
His Excellency Unveils Memorial Tablet
WHEN the Centenary celebrations of the purchase of Golden Grove, East Coast, Demerara, by 50 manumitted slaves, were opened on Wednesday last His Excellency the Governor, Sir Charles Woolley, K.C.M.G., O.B.E., M.C., and Lady Woolley, were among the chief guests.
IN THE COURSE of a heartening and congratulatory address. His Excellency declared that his greatest interest in British Guiana was directed towards the welfare of the rural areas, and much of his time was occupied with the solution of problems for the benefit of these areas. The prosperity of British Guiana depended mostly upon what it produced, and he was glad that Golden Grove was in the front rank in farming activities.
DESCRIBED by the Governor as the “Apostle of the Villages,” Mr. M. B. Laing, C.M.G., O.B.E., in his address stressed the important responsibility placed upon Village Councillors and urged villagers to give full co-operation for the advancement of the Village in every respect.
Mr. L. D. Sarrabo, prominent villager of Golden Grove was the reciptent of congratulations on the historical review of Golden Grove Village prepared and read by him at the first day’s celebration of the Centenary.
REVIEW OF PROGESS
The review covered the progress of the Village from the time of its purchase on May 5, 1848, by 50 manumitted slaves, to the present time, and included a record of the career of sons and daughters of Golden Grove who, during that period had gained special achievements. This historical review is published elsewhere in this issue, and, as was suggested by His Excellency deserves a place in the archives of the Colony.
On Wednesday afternoon, after the reading of the review, a Memorial tablet erected on the grounds of the Methodist Church at Golden Grove, was unveiled by His Excellency. On the Memorial tablet is inscribed the names of His Excellency the Governor, Messrs. M. B. Laing, C.M.G., Commissioner of Local Government, F. St.M. Gerrard, District Commissioner and the Chairman and Councillors of Golden Grove-Nabaclis Village.
HIS EXCELLENCY’S ADDRESS
Returning to the dais after Mr. H. A. Hughes, Chairman, had welcomed His Excellency, Lady Woolley, and the other guests, His Excellency addressed the gathering.
He said that as he drove into the village it was inspiring to see the great concourse of people gathered for the festive occasion. Expressing thanks for the warm welcome he and Lady Woolley had received, His Excellency said it gave them pleasure to attend and take part in the Centenary celebration of Golden Grove Village.
He felt it a duty, in spite of the many preoccupations, to be present. His interest in the rural areas was pre-eminent. The prosperity of British Guiana depended mostly on what it produced, and much of his time was spent in solving problems for the welfare of the country districts. There was exhibited at times a good deal of impatience to get certain things done, but before Government launched a scheme, it had to be examined carefully for assurance that the scheme was sound and on sure foundation.
On such an occasion as a Centenary celebration, His Excellency said it was well to review what progress had been made over the period of a hundred years. It would have been a good thing if the 50 pioneers of the Village had been alive to see how their original plans were carried out and improved. He referred to the Historical Review by Mr. Sarrabo, congratulated him on its preparation, and expressed the hope that it would find a place in the archives at the Public Buildings, Georgetown.
His Excellency went on to trace the evolution and progress of Local Administration, and said he was pleased of the information that the village played an important part in the agricultural activities of British Guiana. Much of the progress the village had achieved was due to the initiative of its inhabitants and their quality of self-help.
He extended warm congratulations to the community on the attainment of a hundred years’ existence and ended by wishing the Village continued prosperity to such a degree as would make it more worthy of the name.
MR. LAING “APOSTLE OF VILLAGES”
Sir Charles then introduced the next speaker whom he termed the “Apostle of the Villages,” and that was Mr. Laing.
After expressing pleasure at being present, and gratitude for the invitation, Mr. Laing added tribute to Mr. Sarrabo for his interesting historical review.
He said he had listened with great interest to His Excellency’s address and endorsed all that had been said by him. The past, Mr. Laing said, had taught much, but the future was more important still. The present generation had to continue building on the foundation that was well and truly laid by the stalwarts of the past. Much had been done but there was much still to be done. He then stressed the important function that Village Councils had to undertake and emphasized the sacrifical voluntary work done by the several Village Councillors.
Mr. Laing went on to urge the villagers to give full co-operation to the Council, take pride in their village, and strive to build a better and brighter Golden Grove in every respect. He referred to the necessary amenities such as a Community centre, a market, electric lighting and playing fields; but said that the village must not be regarded merely as an avenue for picnics, but moreso as the home and working ground of those who follow agricultural pursuits. It must be made sure that “ he who tills the soil is making a good living.” He added that Village Councillors had ample opportunity and privilege of developing a full understanding of the requirements of the people of their community, and to guide them towards a fuller life – materially and spiritually.
BUILDING BETTER GOLDEN GROVE
Concluding, Mr. Laing said he joined in homage and gratitude to the memory of the men who founded the Village of Golden Grove, a hundred years ago and he enjoined the present villagers and those to come to grasp every opportunity with both hands and strive to build a yet better Golden Grove.
The Hon. D. P. Debidin, said he was happy for the honour and privilege of being associated with the celebration of the centenary of the existence of Golden Grove as a village. He was deeply impressed by the historical review and thought the villagers should be proud to have Mr. L. D. Sarrabo to compile so compact a history.
The occasion said Mr. Debidin, was an auspicious one and a fitting time for checking up on past achievements and decideing what further should be done during the next hundred years to improve further, conditions at Golden Grove.
After stressing the need of better drainage and irrigation, better housing, trade schools for senior boys and girls, he emphasized that farming, well carried on, was of great prosperity. He deplored the exodus of people from the rural areas to the city, where the struggle for existence was extremely keen and opportunity for earning a good livelihood precarious.
Finally, he advised the rising generation to emulate their forbearers who, through thrift, unity, love, and reverence to God had enabled such a laudable heritage to be handed down.
DIVINE SERVICE
During the morning a large gathering of villagers and friends from various parts of the Colony assembled in the Methodist Church of the village where an impressive service was held and a fitting sermon preached by the Rev. S. W. C. Crosse.
At intervals, musical contributions were rendered by the Militia Band, and among the hymns sung by the congregation were:- “Praise my soul the king of Heaven”, “O God our help in Ages past”, and “Now thank we all our God.” Mr. D. A. Trotman the schoolmaster of the village officiated at the organ.
THE SERMON
Rev. Crosse after extending on behalf of the villagers a hearty welcome to the visitors including Major Henwood and his band, took his text from Psalm 108, verse 8; “Oh that men would praise the Lord for his goodness and for his wonderful works to the children of men.”
He paid a glowing tribute to the vision and foresight of the founders of the village who carried through so noble and laudable a project, although they had been released from slavery not so many years past. Their foresight and thrift, their love and unity, their faith in God, were the qualities which led them to so fruitful a venture.
It was of interest to note how early they set apart a vast portion of land to erect a Church where they could worship God. It was fitting said the preacher, to be assembled as they were, to give praise to Almighty God for the heritage into which the succeeding generations of the Village had come.
A CHALLENGE
The occasion that day was a challenge to the present and future villagers to emulate the virtues, wisdom, love, unity and reverence to God and strive to “Present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God which is your reasonable service.”
the preacher concluded with the immortal lines of Longfellow:
“Lives of great men all remind us
we can make our lives sublime
And departing leave behind us
Footprints on the sands of time.”
The sermon ended, the “te Deum” was sung, and after the recitation of a General Thanksgiving by the assembly, led by the Minister, the singing of the National Anthem brought the service to an end.
Source:
The Daily Argosy, Friday, May 7th. 1948: page 4 and 6.
Thursday, December 16, 2004
Cecil Orpheus Philbertus Patterson:Twenty Six Years A Headteacher
Twenty Six Years A Headteacher
Cecil Orpheus Philbertus Patterson, Headteacher for 26 years, was Headteacher of Goldstone Hall, Sheet Anchor, St. Nicolas, Bath and now of New Market. Created records in all his schools. Has the unique distinction of gaining the first two places in the Colony in the PTA., list (1938); the first in Berbice to sit for Class 2 and gain a Class 1 certificate, his student Miss Eleanor King was the first in Berbice to sit for Class 3 and gain Class 1.
Successfully prepares candidates for exams from PSC., to Class 1. Got many teachers into the Training College interested in Test exams, and in free classes for the Certificate exam.
Past President of the NA and Upper Corentyne Branches of the B.G.T.A., joined the B.G.T.A., in 1917 and has been absent only twice from his Branch meetings.
Source:
The Daily Chronicle, Friday, September 10, 1948 : page 6.
Friday, December 03, 2004
Questions and Ideas
I think you ought to confer with the Younge family members, and or perhaps recruit Victor Sancho to do so, since Weygande Younge asked for and or about him- I feel they were classmates or very close during their high school days in Georgetown.
How the descendants of Walter Kendall and Alma Mason? Can you arrange contact with them?
Shine a light on Bobb, Bobb-Semple, Chisholm, Gordon, Ramsay, Sarrabo, Seymour, Stephen, Welch, White, and Wiltshire- will you?
Did anyone identify the following; D. Sancho of the Buxton-Friendship community c.1919, E. Sancho Member of Council of [Canje] Rose Hall Village District c.1919, Louisa, Charles, and K. W. Sandy of Golden Grove c.1919?
Did Alexander Sancho follow his father, Lambert Tuckness and his grand father, Bentick, in the Local Government Administration of Golden Grove and Nabaclis Village District? Did any of Lambert Tuckness Sancho's children took part in the community affairs of the village district?
Would you consider Charles Sancho a Local Preacher of the Bachelor's Adventure Seventh Days' Adventist Church? I seem to remember Uncle Charlie preaching in the church and supervising the construction and or repairs to the main thruway in Bachelor's Adventure; the Middle Walk- am I not correct?
Is Evelyn Abrams who was an Assistant Teacher at Victoria Roman Catholic School c. January, 1957; great Aunt Eileen Esme Abrams' daughter?
It seems Randolph Abrams was quite a singer in his younger days in the Buxton-Friendship community. Did he have a brother who also participated in community activities in that era?
Do consider the articles I posted - the baby steps to forming and incorporating a nonprofit organization- Lets take bold steps to accelerate this process. I believe this ought to and more so must be placed upon the table in Montreal 2005.
Above all, I will again suggest you document your story, the founding of the High school in Golden Grove, including the history of the lodge as you understand it.
I often wonder whether my efforts are in vain for Sancho and other family members do not give a response to whatever I write. I am sure they never heard of the names, and the stories of persons I encountered in those ancient newspaper articles.
Peace...
How the descendants of Walter Kendall and Alma Mason? Can you arrange contact with them?
Shine a light on Bobb, Bobb-Semple, Chisholm, Gordon, Ramsay, Sarrabo, Seymour, Stephen, Welch, White, and Wiltshire- will you?
Did anyone identify the following; D. Sancho of the Buxton-Friendship community c.1919, E. Sancho Member of Council of [Canje] Rose Hall Village District c.1919, Louisa, Charles, and K. W. Sandy of Golden Grove c.1919?
Did Alexander Sancho follow his father, Lambert Tuckness and his grand father, Bentick, in the Local Government Administration of Golden Grove and Nabaclis Village District? Did any of Lambert Tuckness Sancho's children took part in the community affairs of the village district?
Would you consider Charles Sancho a Local Preacher of the Bachelor's Adventure Seventh Days' Adventist Church? I seem to remember Uncle Charlie preaching in the church and supervising the construction and or repairs to the main thruway in Bachelor's Adventure; the Middle Walk- am I not correct?
Is Evelyn Abrams who was an Assistant Teacher at Victoria Roman Catholic School c. January, 1957; great Aunt Eileen Esme Abrams' daughter?
It seems Randolph Abrams was quite a singer in his younger days in the Buxton-Friendship community. Did he have a brother who also participated in community activities in that era?
Do consider the articles I posted - the baby steps to forming and incorporating a nonprofit organization- Lets take bold steps to accelerate this process. I believe this ought to and more so must be placed upon the table in Montreal 2005.
Above all, I will again suggest you document your story, the founding of the High school in Golden Grove, including the history of the lodge as you understand it.
I often wonder whether my efforts are in vain for Sancho and other family members do not give a response to whatever I write. I am sure they never heard of the names, and the stories of persons I encountered in those ancient newspaper articles.
Peace...
Randolph Aaron Abrams: Assault - Bitten by Barton
East Coast Sea Defence Contractors at Grips. Ex-Policeman Convicted of Biting East Coast, Demerara Thursday 23, 1934 Robert Benjamin Barton, an ex-policeman and Randolph Aaron Abrams, two contractors on the Sea Defence Works at Nog Eens, had a dispute on August 17 over some money in respect of work done jointly by them. A fight eventually ensued in which Barton is alleged to have bitten Abrams on the chest.
Barton was charged by the Police with assault to cause actual bodily harm and appeared before Mr. Magistrate A. V. Crane, LLB at Vigilance Police Court yesterday pleaded guilty and was fined $15 and costs $2.72 or 30 days and ordered to pay $5 compensation to the injured man.
Source:
the Daily Chronicle Friday, August 24, 1934
Barton was charged by the Police with assault to cause actual bodily harm and appeared before Mr. Magistrate A. V. Crane, LLB at Vigilance Police Court yesterday pleaded guilty and was fined $15 and costs $2.72 or 30 days and ordered to pay $5 compensation to the injured man.
Source:
the Daily Chronicle Friday, August 24, 1934
Clarence Sancho (defendant)
Execution Sales by the Registrar - the counties of Demerara and Essequebo to be held on the 12th. February 1923.
Stanley E Watson (Plaintiff) versus Clarence Sancho (defendant) Soobdarsingh (Plaintiff) versus Clarence Sancho (defendant) West half of lot 12, Section B, south half of lot number 2, Section D, Westside, North half of lot number 49, Section F, Westside, South half of lot number 44, Section G, Westside, of Golden Grove, in Golden Grove and Nabaclis Village District, in the County of Demerara, Colony of British Guiana, without the building thereon.
Source:
the Daily Argosy Demerara Saturday, January 27, 1923: page 7
Stanley E Watson (Plaintiff) versus Clarence Sancho (defendant) Soobdarsingh (Plaintiff) versus Clarence Sancho (defendant) West half of lot 12, Section B, south half of lot number 2, Section D, Westside, North half of lot number 49, Section F, Westside, South half of lot number 44, Section G, Westside, of Golden Grove, in Golden Grove and Nabaclis Village District, in the County of Demerara, Colony of British Guiana, without the building thereon.
Source:
the Daily Argosy Demerara Saturday, January 27, 1923: page 7
Saturday, November 06, 2004
OBITUARY: Mr. E. A. H. Campbell, J. P. RETIRED CLERK OF COURT, GEORGETOWN DISTRICT.
OBITUARY: Mr. E. A. H. Campbell, J. P. RETIRED CLERK OF COURT, GEORGETOWN DISTRICT.
GÂ?TOWN, Mon., Jan, 10 Â? The Daily Chronicle regrets to record the death of Mr. Ernest Arnold Humphrey Campbell, J.P., and Commissioner of Oaths to Affidavits, which took place about 4.20 oÂ?clock yesterday morning at his residence, lot 9 Croal Street, Georgetown.
The deceased who was 64 years old was ill for about two weeks. He was a true friend to many and was beloved by all those with whom he came into contact. Evidence of this was borne by the large crowd which followed in the funeral procession yesterday afternoon.
Mr. Campbell was born on
FUNERAL SERVICES
The funeral took place yesterday afternoon. The Rev. Fr. J. Goodwin, S.J. conducted a short service at the house after which the cortege proceeded to the Brickdam Cathedral where Fr. Goodwin also officiated at a quiet and simple ceremony. From the Cathedral the procession moved onto Le Repentir where the interment took place, Fr. Goodwin performing the last rites at the graveside.
Mr. Campbell has left to mourn their loss his beloved wife, Virginia; his only daughter Mrs. Dorothy Bayley (wife of Dr. R. T. Bayley); two brothers, Dr. W. W. Campbell and Mr. C. A. Campbell (solicitor); and one sister, Mrs. A. B. Brown.
To these and other relatives the Daily Chronicle tenders its sympathy Â? (R. A. V.)
PALL-BEARERS
The pall-bearers, were Messrs. R. S. Miller, C. Sergeant, T. A. Morris, J. McF yer, B. Mongul, and B. Nauth.
ATTENDANCE
Those who attended the funeral were Drs. R. T. Bayley, P. G. Barrow, W. W. Campbell, J. A. Nicholson, O. M. Francis, S. P. James, Revs. A. T. Peters and H. Algernon; Messrs. C. Kendall, A. Bayley, C. B. Mongul, F. G. Vieira, G. F. DeSebastiani, A. Miranda, M. Vieira, J. Martin, C. A. Campbell, O. Jones, F. O. Richards, M. Gonsalves, A. McL. Throne, J. Thorne, C. V. Guzman, A. E. King, G. H. Correia, G. Jardine, C. Barrow, D. H. Barrow, C. Bollers, A. V. Vaughn, F. V. Vaughn, F. A. Nurse, Dentist J. Bradford, C. Barrow, C. A. Lashley, M. Harper, J. Sadler, A. V. Crane, LL.B., E. A. Morrison, S. Cozier, V. Barnwell, J. H. Vasconcellos, F. Mendes, M. DaSilva, G. E. Willock, N. Cameron, G. S. Irwin, S. W. Wilson, S. M. Shervington, G. E. Tobias, S. Morrison, E. A. Pollard, B. Nauth, L. A. Hopkinson, A. Haly, N. Killikely, E. A. Baird, A. C. Shanks, J. R. Nascimento, A. Nascimento, J. DeSilva, J. Deveaux, F. Leubin, J. P. Smith, W. P. Smith, H. S. Carthy, B. Arno, J. B. Mercurius, E. B. Bowen, R. T. Parris, L. R. Chase, D. J. Richmond, C. A. Bruton, M. Harlequin, P. A. Thorne, P. Dettering, J. T. Clarke, R. S. Persaud, B. Persaud, I. Europe, L. E. Cranenburg, J. R. Henry, F. Mittlelholzer, W. W. Nurse, R. McD. Jones, E. W. Estwick, H. Cromwell, T. Houston, J. L. Griffith, A. Ogle, G. L. Bobb, A. Mortley, P. A. Cummings, H. Dummett, A. R. Gomes, L. S. Perreira, A. Groves, G. Daniels, G. Devonish, F. C. Archer, A. Mondesir, S. T. Cyrus, F. P. Loncke, R. Adams, J. E. Owen, B. Phillips, C. Hope, W. A. October, J. Hancock, W. Schroeder, J. L. Wills, E. A. J. London-Williams, R. S. Miller, A. E. Jordan, H. A. Bruton, S. N. Collins, J. S. Talbot, G. I. Marshall, W. S. Holder and W. Arno.
A large number of floral tributes, cards and letters were received.
Source:
The Daily Chronicle
M'lilwana Osanku --Sancho of Nabaclis
Researcher for Sancho Family History
Golden Grove and Nabaclis, Guyana.
Researcher for Sancho Family History
Golden Grove and Nabaclis, Guyana.
Monday, October 25, 2004
Elliott --Death
Elliott – Messers. E. S., H. J., S. B., and W. R. Elliott (sons); Mesdames A. M. Bradshaw, Sophia Willis, M. A. Patterson (daughters); Miss Sarah Sandy (sister) and the grand children of the late Annie Sophia, beg to thank the many friends, and relatives who attended her funeral and sent wreaths, cards, letters, telegrams, and in any other way sympathised with them in their bereavement.
Source:
"Announcements" "Deaths" - the Sunday Chronicle - September 26, 1948: page 6
Elliott – On Tuesday, November2, 1948, at the Gentlewoman’s Home, Brickdam, Leonora, in her 86th year.
Funeral from the above address at 4.30 o’clock, today.
Source:
"Deaths" - the Daily Chronicle – Wednesday November 3, 1948: page 5.
Source:
"Announcements" "Deaths" - the Sunday Chronicle - September 26, 1948: page 6
Elliott – On Tuesday, November2, 1948, at the Gentlewoman’s Home, Brickdam, Leonora, in her 86th year.
Funeral from the above address at 4.30 o’clock, today.
Source:
"Deaths" - the Daily Chronicle – Wednesday November 3, 1948: page 5.
Sunday, October 10, 2004
John Sancho's Descendants
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To: sankohdemnab@hotmail.com, nabaclisman@gmail.com
Date: 13 Dec 2003, 06:37:09 PM
Subject: A Sancho descendant
Greetings Mlilwana:
It is a pleasure contacting you and commending you on your research of the Sancho descendants of Trinidad.
I am Jean Williams Delwin, the mother of Gail and Deanne who recently emailed you, but my other children are Danny, Terry, Donna, Denise, and Carleene. I am also the elder sister of Eunice Williams (Len). We also had a brother who is deceased named Beresford Gay. We are the Great grandchildren of John Sancho.
My mother Sarah Williams (God rest her soul) and her siblings Popsi, Leonard, Dora, and Hilton (all of whom are deceased), were the grandchildren of John and Mary Elizabeth Sancho. They all lived with their grandparents John and Elizabeth Sancho. Ann Sancho Tuitt was their mother. Her brother's name was Lindsey Sancho. Lindsey Sancho had one daughter whose name was Violet Sancho who later married a Castle. It is Ann and Lindsey's offspring, and their children who are the descendants of the Sancho tribe of Trinidad. The Marcano's, Weston's, Innocence, Brereton and Fyfies were in-laws to John Sancho since they were Mary Elizabeth Sancho's sisters.
According to my mother's words; John and Elizabeth Sancho were from the 'Fifth Company' Moruga (and not Mayaro) Trinidad. I do not know if John Sancho originally resided in Mayaro and may have later moved to Moruga. They owned land in Moruga. I do not know if John Sancho my great grandfather may have had other children besides Ann and Lindsey. My mother referred to John Sancho as papa, and when she spoke of him she mentioned him always wearing a gold bracelet. He was deceased before his wife and they (God bless their souls) where both buried at the Anglican cemetery in Princess town. I believe some of these records could be in the Anglican Church. I really do not know if the Indians and Chinese Sancho's of 'Fifth Co. Moruga' are also his descendants.
John Sancho's descendants from their daughter Ann Tuitt Williams are: Williams, Batiste, Delwin, Brereton, David, Truesdale, Gay, Magaresh and Valentine. These all make up the Sancho tribe from Trinidad. John Sancho's descendants from their son Lindsey would be Castle and Lyons. Those from Ann's line reside in Trinidad, the United States, Canada and England. Those from Lindsey (from what I can recall) went to Point Fortin Trinidad. I too would like to know if the Indian and Chinese Sancho's of Moruga are also John Sancho's descendants. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Jean Williams
To: sankohdemnab@hotmail.com, nabaclisman@gmail.com
Date: 13 Dec 2003, 06:37:09 PM
Subject: A Sancho descendant
Greetings Mlilwana:
It is a pleasure contacting you and commending you on your research of the Sancho descendants of Trinidad.
I am Jean Williams Delwin, the mother of Gail and Deanne who recently emailed you, but my other children are Danny, Terry, Donna, Denise, and Carleene. I am also the elder sister of Eunice Williams (Len). We also had a brother who is deceased named Beresford Gay. We are the Great grandchildren of John Sancho.
My mother Sarah Williams (God rest her soul) and her siblings Popsi, Leonard, Dora, and Hilton (all of whom are deceased), were the grandchildren of John and Mary Elizabeth Sancho. They all lived with their grandparents John and Elizabeth Sancho. Ann Sancho Tuitt was their mother. Her brother's name was Lindsey Sancho. Lindsey Sancho had one daughter whose name was Violet Sancho who later married a Castle. It is Ann and Lindsey's offspring, and their children who are the descendants of the Sancho tribe of Trinidad. The Marcano's, Weston's, Innocence, Brereton and Fyfies were in-laws to John Sancho since they were Mary Elizabeth Sancho's sisters.
According to my mother's words; John and Elizabeth Sancho were from the 'Fifth Company' Moruga (and not Mayaro) Trinidad. I do not know if John Sancho originally resided in Mayaro and may have later moved to Moruga. They owned land in Moruga. I do not know if John Sancho my great grandfather may have had other children besides Ann and Lindsey. My mother referred to John Sancho as papa, and when she spoke of him she mentioned him always wearing a gold bracelet. He was deceased before his wife and they (God bless their souls) where both buried at the Anglican cemetery in Princess town. I believe some of these records could be in the Anglican Church. I really do not know if the Indians and Chinese Sancho's of 'Fifth Co. Moruga' are also his descendants.
John Sancho's descendants from their daughter Ann Tuitt Williams are: Williams, Batiste, Delwin, Brereton, David, Truesdale, Gay, Magaresh and Valentine. These all make up the Sancho tribe from Trinidad. John Sancho's descendants from their son Lindsey would be Castle and Lyons. Those from Ann's line reside in Trinidad, the United States, Canada and England. Those from Lindsey (from what I can recall) went to Point Fortin Trinidad. I too would like to know if the Indian and Chinese Sancho's of Moruga are also John Sancho's descendants. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Jean Williams
Friday, October 08, 2004
Extract of Letter of Rev. Wm. Hudson c. March 7, 1856
LETTER OF THE REV. WM. HUDSON
Golden Grove. 7th. March, 1856
Sir! – having just concluded a careful investigation instituted for the purpose of ascertaining how far the members of the Wesleyan Church were implicated in the late disgraceful outrages, I deem it my duty to forward the result of the same for the information of the government.
It may be well to state, that the Wesleyan Church is peculiar in its organization; all our members being under the religious care of the most intelligent persons in our communion, who are termed leaders. The province of the leaders is to instruct the 12 or 20 persons committed to his charge; he is expected to keep a proper weekly account of the attendance of his people, and to report weekly to his Minister, church’s official meeting, the case of the sick, the absent, and the immoral; for which purpose, a ruled paper is given, and renewed as the old ones become filled up. These “Class-papers” may, in a certain sense, be regarded as an index to the moral and religious character of each member.
This brief statement of our usages will enable the government at once to see, that was have a prompt and satisfactory method in these arrangements for ascertaining and detecting any wrong doing in our members. This moral machinery has greatly facilitated our recent investigations on which I now proceed to report.
The City, Georgetown – Mr. Corlett has very carefully gone through a list of 1,200 members in the presence of the ---ers and others, and having made diligent enquiry in every possible way, now reports that “not one of our city members joined in the late outrages.”
East Coast, Friendship, Buxton, and Victoria
- In this locality I am happy to report that where we most feared for our members, we have to report favourably.
Friendship and Buxton
- After calling some 300 names, I found only one at all implicated in these public crimes; and after a lengthened investigation, I am doubtful whether he took any part in the riot. No charge is preferred against him before the Magistrate, but he was reported to us as seen in the crowd. My conviction is, that the reason why none our Church Members at Friendship and Buxton are implicated, in these riots, is, that both Mr. Corlett, and myself with eight other ministers went up the first night of the disturbances to Friendship, and y calling our members together, and urging them to join with us in preserving the public peace they were saved from joining with the violence of the people; at least one Portuguese store was kept from utter destruction by the exertions of the ministers alone. We found one of our leaders on Monday last still suffering from a blow he received in attempting to quell the rioters.
Golden Grove - This village in which I reside was perfectly quiet. The Portuguese shop was untouched and kept open during the whole excitement; and have great pleasure in reporting that the 100 members we have here were all prepared and ready under the leader Mr. Bentick Sancho, well known to the honourable Mr. Porter, to turn out, not to destroy, but to protect the Portuguese shop had the rioters from the other villages attempted to come here on Monday night.
The village was so quiet on Tuesday night that Mr. Bentick Sancho who has considerable influence with the people of Victoria went with his minister to that village to aid him in allaying the excitement.
Victoria
- In this democratic village not one of our church members took any part in the riots.
Source: Letter of Rev. Wm. Hudson c. March 7, 1856 "the Creole" Saturday, November 29, 1856: page 9
Golden Grove. 7th. March, 1856
Sir! – having just concluded a careful investigation instituted for the purpose of ascertaining how far the members of the Wesleyan Church were implicated in the late disgraceful outrages, I deem it my duty to forward the result of the same for the information of the government.
It may be well to state, that the Wesleyan Church is peculiar in its organization; all our members being under the religious care of the most intelligent persons in our communion, who are termed leaders. The province of the leaders is to instruct the 12 or 20 persons committed to his charge; he is expected to keep a proper weekly account of the attendance of his people, and to report weekly to his Minister, church’s official meeting, the case of the sick, the absent, and the immoral; for which purpose, a ruled paper is given, and renewed as the old ones become filled up. These “Class-papers” may, in a certain sense, be regarded as an index to the moral and religious character of each member.
This brief statement of our usages will enable the government at once to see, that was have a prompt and satisfactory method in these arrangements for ascertaining and detecting any wrong doing in our members. This moral machinery has greatly facilitated our recent investigations on which I now proceed to report.
The City, Georgetown – Mr. Corlett has very carefully gone through a list of 1,200 members in the presence of the ---ers and others, and having made diligent enquiry in every possible way, now reports that “not one of our city members joined in the late outrages.”
East Coast, Friendship, Buxton, and Victoria
- In this locality I am happy to report that where we most feared for our members, we have to report favourably.
Friendship and Buxton
- After calling some 300 names, I found only one at all implicated in these public crimes; and after a lengthened investigation, I am doubtful whether he took any part in the riot. No charge is preferred against him before the Magistrate, but he was reported to us as seen in the crowd. My conviction is, that the reason why none our Church Members at Friendship and Buxton are implicated, in these riots, is, that both Mr. Corlett, and myself with eight other ministers went up the first night of the disturbances to Friendship, and y calling our members together, and urging them to join with us in preserving the public peace they were saved from joining with the violence of the people; at least one Portuguese store was kept from utter destruction by the exertions of the ministers alone. We found one of our leaders on Monday last still suffering from a blow he received in attempting to quell the rioters.
Golden Grove - This village in which I reside was perfectly quiet. The Portuguese shop was untouched and kept open during the whole excitement; and have great pleasure in reporting that the 100 members we have here were all prepared and ready under the leader Mr. Bentick Sancho, well known to the honourable Mr. Porter, to turn out, not to destroy, but to protect the Portuguese shop had the rioters from the other villages attempted to come here on Monday night.
The village was so quiet on Tuesday night that Mr. Bentick Sancho who has considerable influence with the people of Victoria went with his minister to that village to aid him in allaying the excitement.
Victoria
- In this democratic village not one of our church members took any part in the riots.
Source: Letter of Rev. Wm. Hudson c. March 7, 1856 "the Creole" Saturday, November 29, 1856: page 9
Thursday, October 07, 2004
DISORDERLY BROTHERS:Eustace and Oswald Dowridge
Cove & John Magistrate’s Court (before Mr. D. E. Jackson LL.B Magistrate)
INDECENT LANGUAGE
Thomas Baynes was fined $5 (costs $2.84) for having on July 27, in a shop at Victoria, made use of indecent language.
DISORDERLY BROTHERS
Eustace and Oswald Dowridge (brothers) behaved disorderly at Cove & John. Eustace was fined $2.50 and Oswald $5, in default 7 and 14 day’s imprisonment, respectively, with hard labour.
County Superintendent T. W. Whittingham, prosecuted on behalf of the police.
(D. T. A. J)
Source: Daily Chronicle, Monday, September 7th. 1942: page 4
Wedding: Gravesande – Campbell
Gravesande – Campbell Mahaica Tuesday, January 13th. 1942
Miss Pearl Francena Albertha Campbell, younger daughter of Mr. and Mrs. D. Campbell of Lancaster, and Assistant and Sewing Teacher of Unity Canadian Mission School, was united in holy matrimony on Tuesday, December 23rd. 1941 to Mr. Eric Hubert Gravesande, youngest son of Mrs. Gravesande of Mahaica and R. L.C. (Mahaicony District).
The ceremony which was choral took place at Mahaica Methodist Church, the Rev. Ewart Hackshaw, officiating, with Mr. Rupert Duncan at the organ. The church was specially and tastefully decorated for the occasion by the choristers, and friends of the bride.
The Bridegroom arrived at 2.30P: M accompanied by his brother, Mr. Edmund Gravesande.
The Bride arrived promptly at 3.00 P: M and was given in marriage by her father. She looked a picture of loveliness as she stepped up the central aisle, attired in a skirt of plain slipper satin, a bodice of brocaded satin, and a train of figured satin lined with blue and finished with a pair of horse shoes and a basket of flowers. She carried a lovely shower bouquet.
The dress was the handiwork of Mrs. F.E. Pollard, of Pln. Drill, East Coast, Demerara.
OTHER DRESSES
The first bridesmaid, Miss R. Campbell, looked pretty in a dress of white brocaded taffeta trimmed with pink satin and pink ribbons, pink spray, and head dress to match.
The second bridesmaid, Miss C. Campbell, was attractive in a dress of pink suede, white spray, and pink net, with shoes and head dress to match.
The Bridegroom’s mother looked exceedingly nice in a dress of rose beige with mauve accessories.
The Bride’s mother was particularly charming in a dress of pink figured crepe-de-chine, with shoes and head dress to match.
The page, Cedric Grant was admirable in a blue velvet suit.
The flower girls looked beautiful in dresses of yellow satin, with shoes and hats to match.
Miss Enid Carbon looked well in a dress of pink stamped taffeta, pink bow, white gloves, with a bouquet of artificial flowers.
Miss Maple Carbon wore a dress of pink net and plain taffeta, pink hat, white gloves, with shoes and hat to match, and carried a bouquet of artificial flowers.
Miss O. Grandsoult chose pink stamped taffeta, with pink hat, pink gloves, with a bouquet of artificial roses.
Miss E. Campbell’s dress of a pink taffeta, with pink headdress, white gloves, and she carried a bouquet of artificial flowers.
Miss Ward selected blue and white suede georgette, white gloves, with shoes and hat to match.
Miss A. Henderson wore a pink dress, gloves with shoes and hat to match.
Miss E. Conzius’s dress was of blue suede georgette, red headdress with shoes and hat to match.
Miss Lee was in a dress of lemon taffeta, with white shoes.
Miss Pansy Hansfield looked well in a dress of plain taffeta with lace to match.
Mrs. Scott, the Bridegroom’s Aunt chose a stamped georgette dress headdress with shoes and hat to match.
Miss De Challus looked nice in a dress of pink organdie and white ribbons.
Miss Glen’s dress was of white embroidered organdie with gold ribbons.
Miss S. Hercules wore a dress of pink figured crepe-de-chine and peach spray.
Miss E. Vande Cruz looked well in a dress of blue taffeta with shoes to match.
Miss W. Lynch’s dress was of white organdie, pink ribbon and a bouquet of artificial flowers.
Miss Theobald looked very pretty in a dress of plain taffeta rose beige with lotus lilies.
Miss London wore a stamped satin (horse shoe) dress.
Miss Bovell was in blue and white velvet and carried a blue wallet.
Miss J. Wilson chose a dress of figured pink satin.
Miss Campbell, the bride’s sister was in a dress of figured orchid with hat and shoes to match.
Miss Janki Nauth looked pretty in a dress of pink taffeta.
Miss W. Thomas looked fine in a figured crepe-de-chine.
Miss M. Anderson was pretty in a dress of pink taffeta with hat and shoes to match.
Miss R. Campbell was charming in a dress of old rose satin, gold headdress, white net and a bouquet of asparagus.
THE RECEPTION
The reception was held at Belmonte Cinema Hall which was attractively decorated.
The bridal cake, which was made by Mr. V. Hope, was three-tiered Diamond-shaped and decorated with silver flowers.
The Rev. E. Hackshaw blessed the table, and Mr. H. C. Anderson, Master of Ceremonies, proposed the health of the bride and bridegroom.
The Yankee Clipper Orchestra provided music for dancing to the small hours of the morning.
LIST OF PRESENTS
Following is a list of the presents received: Bridegroom to bride – cheque and gold brooch: bride to bridegroom – cheque and gold tie pin: bride’s father to bride and bridegroom – cheque and piano; bride’s mother to bride and bridegroom – cheque; bridegroom’s mother to bride and bridegroom- cheque; bride’s sister – one pair earrings; bride’s mother-in-law to bride and bridegroom – cheque; bridegroom’s sister – cheque, gold stud P.J. case; bridegroom’s brother – cheque; bridegroom’s aunt, Mrs. Millicent Scott (Trinidad) – pair silk P.J. suit; Mrs. Francis - cheque; Rev. C.E. Biles – Bible; Rev. Ewart Hackshaw- lemonade Mug; Rev. and Mrs. Leonard Porter (England) – table cloth and table centres; Mr. and Mrs. J. Jackson – butter bowl and ice cream bowl; Barnie – Salad bowl; Mr. and Mrs. J. DeSouza – cheese dish; Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Sinclair and family – coloured glasses; Winston and Doris – comb and brush bag; Mr. John Trim – saving set; Mr. F. Da Silva Jardine – toilet set; Dr. Grausoult and family – pair ash trays and butter dish; Mr. and Mrs. C. Facey – cheque; Mrs. O. Lovell – glasses; Miss K. Grinion – cheque; Mr. J. Sookhan –ice cream set; Dr. and Mrs. Ramdeholl – sweet meat dish; Teacher and Miss B. Kitt – comb and brush; Mr. E. Dapson –liqueur set; Mr. B. O. Dell – oval table(polished); Mr. and Mrs. B. Reece –shaving set and sweet meat dish; Mr. and Mrs. R. Moffatt and family – butter dish; Mrs. Tryphena – Charles – cake; Mr. K. F. Henry – cheque; Aunt Marna – pillow and cheque; Aunt Florence – pair glasses; George C. Wills – half case liquor; Mr. O. Garnett – lemonade set and cheque; Mr. W. E. George – cheque and sweet meat dish; Mr. and Mrs. R. Rodrigues – cheque; Mr. and Mrs. D. Eastman – pichell bottle; Cousin Walterine –wine glasses; Mr. and Mrs. J. A. De Chailus (junior) – saving set; Mr. and Mrs. J. A. De Chailus (senior) – comb and brush; Masters Neville and Frank De Chailus – dinner bell; The Staff, Mahaica Post Office - lemonade set; Mr. J. C. Norville –cheese plates, tea cups and saucers; Mr. and Mrs. Canzius – cheque; Mr. I. Hercules – perfume; Miss G. E. Thomas – powder bowl; Mr. and Mrs. Stewart (S.M.) - liqueur set; Mr. A. Jackson and family – bread board and knife; Miss Olga Jackson – butter dish; Aunt Ruby, Lyn, and Babs – sugar bowl; Mrs. I. O. Dell – vase; Aunt Effie – vase; The Billey family – glasses; Mr. A. Henderson – cheque; Uncle Jim – cheque; Mr. John Grant – cheque; Ritchie to uncle – perfume; Mr. and Mrs. James – tea cups and saucers; Mr. and Mrs. R. E. Jaundoo – butter bowl; Mr. G. R. Hutchison – piano runner; Mr. A. Padmore – cheque; Miss Enid Carbon – wall mirror; Mrs. M. Mitchell - cheque; Mr. and Mrs. Pilgrim Austin – cheque; Mr. and Mrs. R. T. Martin and family – cheque; Mr. and Mrs. G. De Souza – bread board and knife; Staff, Standard Cash Store – gold brooch; Mrs. Eva Ross –lemonade mug; Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Cato – Thermus jar; Miss G. Small – nightgown; Mr. and Mrs. Assanah – goblet; Miss R. Melbourne and step-mother –tea pot and salad bowl; Mr. Chester – cheque; Aunt Cattie –cheque; Mr. Anthony - cheque; Aunt Meg – feather pillow; Mrs. M. Matthias and family – half doz cake saucers; Mr. and Mrs. J. D’Andrade – set coloured glasses; Miss Mignon Murray – fruit dish; Mr. and Mrs. October and family – mirrored hat stand; Mr. and Mrs. Insanally - cheque; Mrs. M. Leander – tea cups and saucers; Mr. and Mrs. A. Khan – Pond beauty box and waiter; Mr. G. Medas – rose bowl; Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Shepherd – pair fruit dishes; Miss Irene Billey – table centre; Misses Ruth and Rosaline Wilson –cheque; Mr. and Mrs. C. Campbell – cheque; Mr. and Mrs. E. M. Morgan – bottle collogue; Miss Mildred Clemenison – glasses, tea cup and saucer; Mr. and Mrs. P. Farnum – fruit dish; Mr. Alonzo Valentine – lemonade set; Miss C. McCloud – lady’s vest; Matron Greenidge – waiter set; Mr. and Mrs. P. Melbourne – ice cream glasses; Miss P. Rose – two pairs coloured glasses; Mr. and Mrs. R. Adhin – Ice cream glasses; Miss E. Frank and family –waiter and glasses; Mrs. Carpen - schnapps glasses; Mr. and Mrs. A. Luckhoo – sugar bowl; Mr. and Mrs. Jankie Nauth – ice cream glasses and cake plates; Unknown friend – one pair blue and white booty; Mr. F. Hope – pair slippers; Mr. and Mrs. De Florimonte – cheese dish; Mr. Thomas Murray – cheque; Miss M. Poole – cheque; Mr. A. Jeffrey – cheque; Miss V. Theobald – cheque; Master Harry Young – butter bowl; Miss Lucille Seymour – cake plate; tea cup and saucer; Mr. and Mrs. J. Campbell – cheque; Miss Eloise Mc Collock – pin cushion; Madam McKenzie – glass mug; Mr. R. Duncan –lemonade set; Mr. Hubert Austin – sugar bowl; Mr. and Mrs. Tibbaynie – tea cup and saucer; Mr. F. Greenidge – salad dish; Nurse Kingston – vase; Miss Ada Lawrence – ice cream glasses and saucer; Mr. and Mrs. C. Pompey – biscuit barrel and cheque; Miss M. Lynch –pair plates; Mr. and Mrs. P. Singh – cheque; Miss Y. Gittens – cheque; Miss E. Mahaica – pair glasses; Mrs. H. H. Hill – perfume; Mr. and Mrs. Jackman – mug; Mrs. M, Mc. Kay – pair glasses; Miss C. Ainsworth – needle case; Mr. C. Ramotar - cheque; Mr. and Mrs. Sears – pair, salad bowls; Nurse E. Da Florimonte – biscuit barrel; Miss A. Robertson – cheese dish; Mrs. C. Taylor – salad bowl; Nurse Williams – cheque; Mr. and Mrs. C. Barnwell – cheque; Miss E. Dodson – tea cups and saucers; Mr. and Mrs. C. Jerrick - tea cups and saucers; Mr. Chas. Fraser- tea cups and saucers; Mr. Chas. Fraser- tea cups and saucers; Mr. and Mrs. J. Thursday – saucer, mug, and plates; Mr. and Mrs. Evans – butter bowl.
THE UNITY C. M. SCHOOL
Mr. J. Jnasi, head teacher – cheque: Phulmoonie-pair glasses; Nandi and Rowtie –bedroom lamp; Nellie- pair glasses; Eilline and Edward - pair glasses; Ramdularie- pair glasses; Drupati-glass; Kawsilla – a saucer; Rudolph Sooknanan - pair glasses; Sheila Jaipargas – coloured glasses; Seenanan –cheese plate and glasses; Naupersaud–cheese plate and glasses; Hardaldai, Indrowite – powder, perfume bottle; Etwarie-glasses; Ilkie-pair, glasses; Rosaline- pair, glasses; Ramnauth –pair, wall plates.
Source: the Daily Chronicle, Monday, January 26, 1942: Pages 6, and 8.
Miss Pearl Francena Albertha Campbell, younger daughter of Mr. and Mrs. D. Campbell of Lancaster, and Assistant and Sewing Teacher of Unity Canadian Mission School, was united in holy matrimony on Tuesday, December 23rd. 1941 to Mr. Eric Hubert Gravesande, youngest son of Mrs. Gravesande of Mahaica and R. L.C. (Mahaicony District).
The ceremony which was choral took place at Mahaica Methodist Church, the Rev. Ewart Hackshaw, officiating, with Mr. Rupert Duncan at the organ. The church was specially and tastefully decorated for the occasion by the choristers, and friends of the bride.
The Bridegroom arrived at 2.30P: M accompanied by his brother, Mr. Edmund Gravesande.
The Bride arrived promptly at 3.00 P: M and was given in marriage by her father. She looked a picture of loveliness as she stepped up the central aisle, attired in a skirt of plain slipper satin, a bodice of brocaded satin, and a train of figured satin lined with blue and finished with a pair of horse shoes and a basket of flowers. She carried a lovely shower bouquet.
The dress was the handiwork of Mrs. F.E. Pollard, of Pln. Drill, East Coast, Demerara.
OTHER DRESSES
The first bridesmaid, Miss R. Campbell, looked pretty in a dress of white brocaded taffeta trimmed with pink satin and pink ribbons, pink spray, and head dress to match.
The second bridesmaid, Miss C. Campbell, was attractive in a dress of pink suede, white spray, and pink net, with shoes and head dress to match.
The Bridegroom’s mother looked exceedingly nice in a dress of rose beige with mauve accessories.
The Bride’s mother was particularly charming in a dress of pink figured crepe-de-chine, with shoes and head dress to match.
The page, Cedric Grant was admirable in a blue velvet suit.
The flower girls looked beautiful in dresses of yellow satin, with shoes and hats to match.
Miss Enid Carbon looked well in a dress of pink stamped taffeta, pink bow, white gloves, with a bouquet of artificial flowers.
Miss Maple Carbon wore a dress of pink net and plain taffeta, pink hat, white gloves, with shoes and hat to match, and carried a bouquet of artificial flowers.
Miss O. Grandsoult chose pink stamped taffeta, with pink hat, pink gloves, with a bouquet of artificial roses.
Miss E. Campbell’s dress of a pink taffeta, with pink headdress, white gloves, and she carried a bouquet of artificial flowers.
Miss Ward selected blue and white suede georgette, white gloves, with shoes and hat to match.
Miss A. Henderson wore a pink dress, gloves with shoes and hat to match.
Miss E. Conzius’s dress was of blue suede georgette, red headdress with shoes and hat to match.
Miss Lee was in a dress of lemon taffeta, with white shoes.
Miss Pansy Hansfield looked well in a dress of plain taffeta with lace to match.
Mrs. Scott, the Bridegroom’s Aunt chose a stamped georgette dress headdress with shoes and hat to match.
Miss De Challus looked nice in a dress of pink organdie and white ribbons.
Miss Glen’s dress was of white embroidered organdie with gold ribbons.
Miss S. Hercules wore a dress of pink figured crepe-de-chine and peach spray.
Miss E. Vande Cruz looked well in a dress of blue taffeta with shoes to match.
Miss W. Lynch’s dress was of white organdie, pink ribbon and a bouquet of artificial flowers.
Miss Theobald looked very pretty in a dress of plain taffeta rose beige with lotus lilies.
Miss London wore a stamped satin (horse shoe) dress.
Miss Bovell was in blue and white velvet and carried a blue wallet.
Miss J. Wilson chose a dress of figured pink satin.
Miss Campbell, the bride’s sister was in a dress of figured orchid with hat and shoes to match.
Miss Janki Nauth looked pretty in a dress of pink taffeta.
Miss W. Thomas looked fine in a figured crepe-de-chine.
Miss M. Anderson was pretty in a dress of pink taffeta with hat and shoes to match.
Miss R. Campbell was charming in a dress of old rose satin, gold headdress, white net and a bouquet of asparagus.
THE RECEPTION
The reception was held at Belmonte Cinema Hall which was attractively decorated.
The bridal cake, which was made by Mr. V. Hope, was three-tiered Diamond-shaped and decorated with silver flowers.
The Rev. E. Hackshaw blessed the table, and Mr. H. C. Anderson, Master of Ceremonies, proposed the health of the bride and bridegroom.
The Yankee Clipper Orchestra provided music for dancing to the small hours of the morning.
LIST OF PRESENTS
Following is a list of the presents received: Bridegroom to bride – cheque and gold brooch: bride to bridegroom – cheque and gold tie pin: bride’s father to bride and bridegroom – cheque and piano; bride’s mother to bride and bridegroom – cheque; bridegroom’s mother to bride and bridegroom- cheque; bride’s sister – one pair earrings; bride’s mother-in-law to bride and bridegroom – cheque; bridegroom’s sister – cheque, gold stud P.J. case; bridegroom’s brother – cheque; bridegroom’s aunt, Mrs. Millicent Scott (Trinidad) – pair silk P.J. suit; Mrs. Francis - cheque; Rev. C.E. Biles – Bible; Rev. Ewart Hackshaw- lemonade Mug; Rev. and Mrs. Leonard Porter (England) – table cloth and table centres; Mr. and Mrs. J. Jackson – butter bowl and ice cream bowl; Barnie – Salad bowl; Mr. and Mrs. J. DeSouza – cheese dish; Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Sinclair and family – coloured glasses; Winston and Doris – comb and brush bag; Mr. John Trim – saving set; Mr. F. Da Silva Jardine – toilet set; Dr. Grausoult and family – pair ash trays and butter dish; Mr. and Mrs. C. Facey – cheque; Mrs. O. Lovell – glasses; Miss K. Grinion – cheque; Mr. J. Sookhan –ice cream set; Dr. and Mrs. Ramdeholl – sweet meat dish; Teacher and Miss B. Kitt – comb and brush; Mr. E. Dapson –liqueur set; Mr. B. O. Dell – oval table(polished); Mr. and Mrs. B. Reece –shaving set and sweet meat dish; Mr. and Mrs. R. Moffatt and family – butter dish; Mrs. Tryphena – Charles – cake; Mr. K. F. Henry – cheque; Aunt Marna – pillow and cheque; Aunt Florence – pair glasses; George C. Wills – half case liquor; Mr. O. Garnett – lemonade set and cheque; Mr. W. E. George – cheque and sweet meat dish; Mr. and Mrs. R. Rodrigues – cheque; Mr. and Mrs. D. Eastman – pichell bottle; Cousin Walterine –wine glasses; Mr. and Mrs. J. A. De Chailus (junior) – saving set; Mr. and Mrs. J. A. De Chailus (senior) – comb and brush; Masters Neville and Frank De Chailus – dinner bell; The Staff, Mahaica Post Office - lemonade set; Mr. J. C. Norville –cheese plates, tea cups and saucers; Mr. and Mrs. Canzius – cheque; Mr. I. Hercules – perfume; Miss G. E. Thomas – powder bowl; Mr. and Mrs. Stewart (S.M.) - liqueur set; Mr. A. Jackson and family – bread board and knife; Miss Olga Jackson – butter dish; Aunt Ruby, Lyn, and Babs – sugar bowl; Mrs. I. O. Dell – vase; Aunt Effie – vase; The Billey family – glasses; Mr. A. Henderson – cheque; Uncle Jim – cheque; Mr. John Grant – cheque; Ritchie to uncle – perfume; Mr. and Mrs. James – tea cups and saucers; Mr. and Mrs. R. E. Jaundoo – butter bowl; Mr. G. R. Hutchison – piano runner; Mr. A. Padmore – cheque; Miss Enid Carbon – wall mirror; Mrs. M. Mitchell - cheque; Mr. and Mrs. Pilgrim Austin – cheque; Mr. and Mrs. R. T. Martin and family – cheque; Mr. and Mrs. G. De Souza – bread board and knife; Staff, Standard Cash Store – gold brooch; Mrs. Eva Ross –lemonade mug; Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Cato – Thermus jar; Miss G. Small – nightgown; Mr. and Mrs. Assanah – goblet; Miss R. Melbourne and step-mother –tea pot and salad bowl; Mr. Chester – cheque; Aunt Cattie –cheque; Mr. Anthony - cheque; Aunt Meg – feather pillow; Mrs. M. Matthias and family – half doz cake saucers; Mr. and Mrs. J. D’Andrade – set coloured glasses; Miss Mignon Murray – fruit dish; Mr. and Mrs. October and family – mirrored hat stand; Mr. and Mrs. Insanally - cheque; Mrs. M. Leander – tea cups and saucers; Mr. and Mrs. A. Khan – Pond beauty box and waiter; Mr. G. Medas – rose bowl; Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Shepherd – pair fruit dishes; Miss Irene Billey – table centre; Misses Ruth and Rosaline Wilson –cheque; Mr. and Mrs. C. Campbell – cheque; Mr. and Mrs. E. M. Morgan – bottle collogue; Miss Mildred Clemenison – glasses, tea cup and saucer; Mr. and Mrs. P. Farnum – fruit dish; Mr. Alonzo Valentine – lemonade set; Miss C. McCloud – lady’s vest; Matron Greenidge – waiter set; Mr. and Mrs. P. Melbourne – ice cream glasses; Miss P. Rose – two pairs coloured glasses; Mr. and Mrs. R. Adhin – Ice cream glasses; Miss E. Frank and family –waiter and glasses; Mrs. Carpen - schnapps glasses; Mr. and Mrs. A. Luckhoo – sugar bowl; Mr. and Mrs. Jankie Nauth – ice cream glasses and cake plates; Unknown friend – one pair blue and white booty; Mr. F. Hope – pair slippers; Mr. and Mrs. De Florimonte – cheese dish; Mr. Thomas Murray – cheque; Miss M. Poole – cheque; Mr. A. Jeffrey – cheque; Miss V. Theobald – cheque; Master Harry Young – butter bowl; Miss Lucille Seymour – cake plate; tea cup and saucer; Mr. and Mrs. J. Campbell – cheque; Miss Eloise Mc Collock – pin cushion; Madam McKenzie – glass mug; Mr. R. Duncan –lemonade set; Mr. Hubert Austin – sugar bowl; Mr. and Mrs. Tibbaynie – tea cup and saucer; Mr. F. Greenidge – salad dish; Nurse Kingston – vase; Miss Ada Lawrence – ice cream glasses and saucer; Mr. and Mrs. C. Pompey – biscuit barrel and cheque; Miss M. Lynch –pair plates; Mr. and Mrs. P. Singh – cheque; Miss Y. Gittens – cheque; Miss E. Mahaica – pair glasses; Mrs. H. H. Hill – perfume; Mr. and Mrs. Jackman – mug; Mrs. M, Mc. Kay – pair glasses; Miss C. Ainsworth – needle case; Mr. C. Ramotar - cheque; Mr. and Mrs. Sears – pair, salad bowls; Nurse E. Da Florimonte – biscuit barrel; Miss A. Robertson – cheese dish; Mrs. C. Taylor – salad bowl; Nurse Williams – cheque; Mr. and Mrs. C. Barnwell – cheque; Miss E. Dodson – tea cups and saucers; Mr. and Mrs. C. Jerrick - tea cups and saucers; Mr. Chas. Fraser- tea cups and saucers; Mr. Chas. Fraser- tea cups and saucers; Mr. and Mrs. J. Thursday – saucer, mug, and plates; Mr. and Mrs. Evans – butter bowl.
THE UNITY C. M. SCHOOL
Mr. J. Jnasi, head teacher – cheque: Phulmoonie-pair glasses; Nandi and Rowtie –bedroom lamp; Nellie- pair glasses; Eilline and Edward - pair glasses; Ramdularie- pair glasses; Drupati-glass; Kawsilla – a saucer; Rudolph Sooknanan - pair glasses; Sheila Jaipargas – coloured glasses; Seenanan –cheese plate and glasses; Naupersaud–cheese plate and glasses; Hardaldai, Indrowite – powder, perfume bottle; Etwarie-glasses; Ilkie-pair, glasses; Rosaline- pair, glasses; Ramnauth –pair, wall plates.
Source: the Daily Chronicle, Monday, January 26, 1942: Pages 6, and 8.
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