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26. Henry M.3 HOLTORF (child of Christopher, #52);[208],[209] born circa 1861 at Canada West (Ontario), British North America (Canada);[210] married Mary Jane Hulse (see #27), daughter of Henry Hulse and Alice Theresa Doyle, 12 May 1886 at Orangeville, Ontario, Canada; where Henry was 28, a merchant, son of Christopher Holtorf and Elizabeth Sandford. Mary Jane Hulse was 19, daughter of Henry Hulse and Alice Doyle. Henry's brother Reuben was witness. As per family lore, Henry and Mary Jane eloped;[211],[212] died by apparent suicide. It appeared in the paper, "Some time ago his wife went on a visit to Chicago, and since then he had been boarding at different hotels. It is supposed that deceased had made up his mind to commit felo-de-se [suicide] by turning on the gas, but failing in this, he had gone out to a drug store and procured a powerful poison, with which he ended his life. There were no signs of a struggle in the room, and no bottle of anything to show how the unfortunate man came to his end" 25 Nov 1895 at Kensington Hotel, Toronto, York Co., Ontario, Canada.[213],[214]

He and Mary Jane Hulse lived in Mar 1887 at Orangeville, Dufferin Co., Ontario, Canada; for a time after their marriage, where Henry was a merchant.[215] He was selling "gent's furnishings" in 1888 at Orangeville, Dufferin Co., Ontario, Canada.[216] He and Mary Jane Hulse lived in 1890 at 113 York, Toronto, York Co., Ontario, Canada; where Henry was a boarder and travelling salesman.[217],[218] He and Mary Jane Hulse appeared on the census of 1891 at Toronto, York Co., Ontario, Canada; where Henry (27) was a clerk of dry goods, Mary (23), Alice (4) and Irene (2) were present, Church of England.[219] He and Mary Jane Hulse lived between 1891 and 1892 at 10 Kensington Ave, Toronto, York Co., Ontario, Canada; where Harry was a salseman at W A Thompson in 1891, and a clerk at Army & Navy Clothing store in 1892.[220],[221] He lived in 1893 at Windsor, Essex Co., Ontario, Canada; where Henry M. was a clerk at W N Winans in Detroit, near to his brother Reuben.[222] He and Mary Jane Hulse lived in 1893 at 8 Kensington, Toronto, York Co., Ontario, Canada; while Henry worked as a salesman with Army & Navy.[223] He and Mary Jane Hulse lived in 1894 at 358 Adelaide ave, Toronto, York Co., Ontario, Canada.[224] He was was operating Mackenzie & Holtorf Clothing with Donald A. MacKenzie in 1894 at 113 King Street west, Toronto, York Co., Ontario, Canada.[225] He was was operating a clothing store, Original Misfit Clothing Parlors. An overcoat was stolen 5 Nov 1894 between 1894 and 1895 at 100 King Street west, Toronto, York Co., Ontario, Canada.[226],[227],[228] He and Mary Jane Hulse lived in 1895 at 124 York, Toronto, York Co., Ontario, Canada.[229],[230]

Children of Henry M.3 Holtorf and Mary Jane Hulse (see #27) both born at Orangeville, Dufferin Co., Ontario, Canada, were as follows:

  • 13. i. Alice Theresa2 Holtorf.

  • ii. Mabel Irene Holtorf; born 20 Feb 1889;[231],[232],[233],[234] married Harvey Anderson Barnett 18 Nov 1913 at Reformed Episcopal Church, Toronto, Ontario, Canada; where Harvey was a civil engineer, son of John Barnett and Mary Anderson. Witnesses were Burt Stoddart of Bradford, and Alice Morton of 217 Pacific Ave, Toronto.[235],[236]

    She was confirmed in 1904 at Trinity Church, Bradford, Simcoe Co., Ontario, Canada; at age 15, and at the same ceremony as George Dean Morton (1881-1968) received his confirmation.[81] She was a nurse at Toronto General Hospital between 1908 and 1910 at Toronto, Ontario, Canada.[237] She and Harvey Anderson Barnett appeared on the census of 14 Jan 1920 at 313 Maple St., Manistee, Manistee Co., Michigan, United States of America; where H. A. (33) was a civil engineer for the county, and Irene (31), John Anderson (5), Mary J. (3y 9m), and Phyllis (2y 2m) were present, also two lodgers Theodore and Jane Norlin.[238] She and Harvey Anderson Barnett appeared on the census of 2 Apr 1930 at 1140 Genesee St., Saginaw, Saginaw Co., Michigan, United States of America; where Harvey A (43) wasa civil engineer for the county, and Irene M (41), John A (15), Mary I (13y 11m), Phyllis A (12y 1m), Florence (8y 1m), and servant Mary Zagula (16) were present.[239]

27. Mary Jane3 HULSE (child of Henry, #54);[240],[241] born 20 Sep 1866 at Canada West (Ontario), British North America (Canada);[242],[243] married Henry M. Holtorf (see #26), son of Christopher Holtorf and Elizabeth Sanford, 12 May 1886 at Orangeville, Ontario, Canada; where Henry was 28, a merchant, son of Christopher Holtorf and Elizabeth Sandford. Mary Jane Hulse was 19, daughter of Henry Hulse and Alice Doyle. Henry's brother Reuben was witness. As per family lore, Henry and Mary Jane eloped;[211],[212] married Alfred E. B. Burton Stoddart 3 Jun 1901 at Trinity Church, Bradford, Simcoe Co., Ontario, Canada; where Burt was a farmer and son of Wilson & Matilda Stoddart. Mary Jane was a hotel keeper's daughter, and widow;[244],[245] died 29 Aug 1946 at Barrie St, Bradford, Simcoe Co., Ontario, Canada, at age 79;[246],[247] buried at Hulse plot, Newmarket Cemetery, Newmarket, York Co., Ontario, Canada, undertakers: T. Kilkenny & Son.[248],[249]

She was also known as May Hulse.[250] She and Henry M. Holtorf lived in Mar 1887 at Orangeville, Dufferin Co., Ontario, Canada; for a time after their marriage, where Henry was a merchant.[215] She and Henry M. Holtorf lived in 1890 at 113 York, Toronto, York Co., Ontario, Canada; where Henry was a boarder and travelling salesman.[217],[218] She and Henry M. Holtorf appeared on the census of 1891 at Toronto, York Co., Ontario, Canada; where Henry (27) was a clerk of dry goods, Mary (23), Alice (4) and Irene (2) were present, Church of England.[219] She and Henry M. Holtorf lived between 1891 and 1892 at 10 Kensington Ave, Toronto, York Co., Ontario, Canada; where Harry was a salseman at W A Thompson in 1891, and a clerk at Army & Navy Clothing store in 1892.[220],[221] She and Henry M. Holtorf lived in 1893 at 8 Kensington, Toronto, York Co., Ontario, Canada; while Henry worked as a salesman with Army & Navy.[223] She and Henry M. Holtorf lived in 1894 at 358 Adelaide ave, Toronto, York Co., Ontario, Canada.[224] While Mary Jane Hulse was visiting Chicago, Henry Holtorf boarded in several different hotels, apparently committing suicide at one on 25 Nov 1895.[251] She and Henry M. Holtorf lived in 1895 at 124 York, Toronto, York Co., Ontario, Canada.[229],[230] She appeared on the census of 1901 at lots 5 & 6 Holland N.D., Bradford, Simcoe Co., Ontario, Canada; where Mary Jane Haltorf [sic] (33) was widowed, Alice (13), Irene (14) were present, living with Mary Jane's parents Henry (61), who ran a 35-room hotel, also 5 town lots and 200 acres of farm land, and Alice (57), also Henry (26) drover, and Barkley (4). Four domestic servants were recorded.[252] She and Alfred E. B. Burton Stoddart appeared on the census of 1911 at Barrie Street, Bradford, Simcoe Co., Ontario, Canada; where Burton (41) a farmer, Mary J. (44), Hulse (9), and Baldwin ((7) were present, plus three English servants: Henry Clifford (56), Noel Lowry (21), and Margaret Renolds (16).[253]



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    48. Francis4 MORTON (Sr.) (child of James, #96);[254],[255] born 8 May 1790;[256] married Elizabeth Ann Barrett (see #49), daughter of Joseph Barrett and Anne Deane, Oct 1819 at Tinahely, Co. Wicklow, Ireland;[257],[258],[259],[260] died "age 78" 11 Jan 1869 at Co. Wicklow, Ireland, at age 78;[261],[262] buried at Shillelagh churchyard, Shillelagh, Co. Wicklow, Ireland, His gravestone: ""In memory of Francis Morton of Woodmount only son of the late Captain James Morton of Tinahely born 8th May 1790 died 11 Jan 1869 and Eliza Anne Morton his wife... Also their descendents Anne Morton... Ellen Morton."[263]

    He may have lived in 1824 at Lugduff, Tinahely, Co. Wicklow, Ireland.[264],[265] He may have been the property representative at Glan Phillipeen townland, immediately west of Tinahely Town. He was listed there in the Tithe Applotment of April 1826, but without any acreage.[266] Sir James Gowan (1815-1909) said he had "a vague recollection of seeing 'Frank Morton of Woodmount' at my father's house" when he was a boy in Ireland (the 1820's). His father "had a warm regard for him, and used to tell many stories of the loyalty and gallantry of the Morton family in perilous times, and of two of them, yeomanry captains, being killed in the Irish rebellion", possibly referring to the Battle of Ballyraheen in July, 1798, about 2 kilometres north-west of Woodmount.[267] (Woodmount is 2.5 km south-west of Tinahely Town, in the townland of Tomnafinnoge, Carnew Parish).[268] Francis was cited on a deed with Dr. Francis Henry Morton of Forttown, 1827, where it appears he was extending a lease to farms in Tinahely, Glenphilipeen, and Tomnafinogue which were previously leased in 1804, 1801, 1775 and 1770.[269] He lived in 1833 at Tomnafinnoge, Carnew Parish, Co. Wicklow, Ireland; having at 87 acres. Tomnafinnogue townland contained Woodmount farm.[270] He lived in 1853 at Tomnafinnoge, Barony of Balinacor South, Co. Wicklow, Ireland; leasing 271 acres from Earl Fitzwilliam, and in turn, subleasing out 142 acres.[271],[272]

    Children of Francis4 Morton (Sr.) and Elizabeth Ann Barrett (see #49) were as follows:

    • i. James3 Morton;[273] born 30 Aug 1820 at Kilcommon Parish, Tinahely, Co. Wicklow, Ireland;[274] he may have married Lydia May O'Brien 1850.[275],[276]

      Between 1851 and 1853, James Morton lived at Greenhall, Tinahely, Co. Wicklow, Ireland.[277],[278] James gave expert testimony before a Commission of Inquiry of the Landlord and Tenant Act of 1870. As an example of unfair practices against tennants improving the value of rental properties, he described his great-grandfather's efforts, and the exploits of his descendants.[279] Brother George's will provided $1000 each for James' daughters, but did not name who or how many there were. The will, published in 1895, stated that James then lived in Belfast, Ireland.[280]

    • ii. George Dean Morton; born 31 Aug 1822 at Tinahely, Co. Wicklow, Ireland;[281] married Cornelia Rosabella Laughton, daughter of William Laughton Esquire and Maria Roe, 19 Sep 1854 at Trinity Church, Bradford, Simcoe Co., Canada West (Ontario), British North America (Canada); both of Holland Landing, once also known as St. Alban's;[282],[283] died from internal gout of 17 days 17 Feb 1895 at 563 Church Street, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, at age 72;[284],[285] buried 20 Feb 1895 at (his) Dr. Morton's Vault, Christ Church, Holland Landing, York Co., Ontario, Canada, "Funeral will leave residence (563 Church St., Toronto) at 11 o'clock on Wednesday, the 20th, via Union station, for place of interment at Holland Landing."[286]

      He emigrated in 1848 to Holland Landing, York Co., Canada West (Ontario), British North America (Canada).[287] Upon arriving in Holland Landing, George took up the practice of the retiring Dr. Ardagh.[288] He and Cornelia Rosabella Laughton lived in 1856 at Bradford, Simcoe Co., Canada West (Ontario), British North America (Canada).[289] During his time in Bradford, George occupied the positions of reeve of Bradford, trustee of the High School, member of the Simcoe County Council and county coroner. He was a member of the Conservative party, was a staunch Orangeman and master of the Bradford and Holland Landing Orange Lodges.[288] In 1860, George purchased lot 109 in the 1st Concession East, township of East Gwillimbury, from Frederick Robinson, son of the famous settler Peter Robinson. Lot 110, immediately north, belonged to George's father-in-law William Laughton. On Laughton's death in 1863, it was transferred to George's sister-in-law Arabella, then to his wife Cornelia by 1868. The combined lands were named Woodmount after George's father's farm at Tomnafinnoge, near Tinahely, Co. Wicklow. At Woodmount, George trained his winning race horses.[290],[288] He and Cornelia Rosabella Laughton appeared on the census of 1861 at Bradford, Simcoe Co., Canada West (Ontario), British North America (Canada); where they lived in a 1½-story brick house, had one servant, and several farm animals, including 4 horses and 4 carriages on 1 acre of land. Supposed daughter Henrietta (8) was present.[291] George's horse Brunette won the 1864 Queen's Plate Stakes in Guelph, Canada West.[292] George advertised in the local paper: "Drs. Morton & McCarthy, Physicians, Surgeons & Accouchers, Bradford, C.W; Geo. D. Morton, M.D. ¦ J.L.G. McCarthy, M.D."[293] He and Cornelia Rosabella Laughton appeared on the census of 1871 at Bradford, Simcoe Co., Ontario, Canada; but Henrietta was no longer present.[294] He and Cornelia Rosabella Laughton appeared on the census of 1881 at Bradford, Simcoe Co., Ontario, Canada; where nephew Ernest (10) was also present. Aunt Nancy later remarked that Ernest was adopted by his Uncle George.[295],[296] In 1881, George retired from practice and he and Cornie moved to Church Street in Toronto. George sold half of Woodmount farm to Silas Wright. The other half he retained for his brother Francis who had just immigrated to Canada with his family the year before.[114],[288] George was recorded as the director of the Standard Bank in Bradford in 1891.[297] He and Cornelia Rosabella Laughton appeared on the census of 1891 at 563 Church St., Toronto, York Co., Ontario, Canada; where George (69, a physician), Cornelia (58), William (28, nephew), Ernest (19, nephew) and two domestics were present.[298] In March 1895, George's will was published. His estate totalled nearly $89,000, and was distributed widely among his family. The consideration given to the distributions reveals George's assessment of his inheritors. Women and children received cash: $1000 for the sisters and nieces and $2000 for the younger nephews. Nephews over age 20 received gifts one might assume were appropriate to their abilities or needs. Reginald the doctor received medical books and tools. William E.D.B. the farmer (Francis"s son) received 320 acres of farm land. Both Anglican Churches in Bradford and Holland Landing received $200. A plaque in Christ Church is in his name. A few items do stand out: the daughters of brother James in Ireland obtained $1000 each, but the daughters of William in Canada got nothing. Brother Edward received the remainder of George"s estate, including several properties, but brother Francis got nothing (the land he lived on, Woodmount Farm, went to his son, William E.D.B.). Nephew Edward was given $2000 cash while George was given $1000 cash and $1000 stock in a plough company. George"s will is specific and calculated. It"s the only way we might understand how he saw his family: who he liked, trusted and approved of, and from whom he expected little gratitude or promise.[280]

    • iii. William Nassau Morton;[299] born 3 Jun 1824 at Kilcommon Parish, Tinahely, Co. Wicklow, Ireland;[300] married Ann Eliza Morton, daughter of John Morton and Ann Eliza Cumine, 1853 at Victoria, Australia;[301],[302] married Charlotte Elizabeth Young 14 Dec 1872 at St. Jude's Church, Carlton, Victoria, Australia; by the Rev. C. S. Perry, where Charlotte was daughter of the late D. J. Young, M.D;[303],[304],[305] died son of Francis Morton and "Helen", aged 76 yrs 22 Jun 1899 at Fitzroy, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia, at age 75.[306],[307]

      He emigrated to Hawthorn, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia; where he was a trader/merchant.[308] He was a storekeeper in 1856 at St Andrews, Victoria, Australia.[309] He established Hawthorn House store in 1858 at Hawthorn, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.[310] He was living in 1895; at the time of brother George's death in Canada.[311] He IIt was published "On the 22nd June, at the residence of his son Dr. F. W. W. Morton, of Fitzroy, William Nassau Morton, of Burwood-road, Hawthorn, in his 76th year" on 23 Jun 1899 at Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.[312]

    • iv. Anne Morton;[313],[313] born circa 1827;[314] died "aged 44 years" 23 Oct 1871;[315] buried at Shillelagh churchyard, Shillelagh, Co. Wicklow, Ireland.[316]

      A memorial plaque errected by her parents read "In memory of Anne eldest daughter of the late Francis Morton of Woodmount died 19th October 1871 aged 45 years. 'Knowing that tribulation worketh patience' Rom V3. "[317]

    • v. Elizabeth Morton; born after 1827.[318]

      Brother George's will provided her $1000 in 1895, and the same for her two sisters, but gives no further details.[319] Elizabeth was to receive $1000 from her brother Edward upon his death in Canada in 1916. She could have been in her late eighties then.[320] She and Genevieve Catherine Morton lived in 1916 at Co. Wicklow, Ireland; possibly in Coolboy town, Coolrus, or Coolroe.[321],[322]

    • vi. Sarah Morton; born after 1827.[318]

      Brother George's will provided her $1000 in 1895, and the same for her two sisters, but gives no further details.[323]

    • vii. Ellen Morton;[299] born 20 Jan 1828 at Kilcommon Parish, Tinahely, Co. Wicklow, Ireland;[324],[325] died "aged 77 years" 19 Aug 1903 at age 75.[261]

      Brother George's will provided her $1000 in 1895, and the same for her two sisters, but gives no further details.[319]

    • 24. viii. Francis Morton.

    • ix. Edward Deane Morton;[326] born 17 Jul 1836;[327],[328] married Arabella Anna Laughton, daughter of William Laughton Esquire and Maria Roe, 7 Jan 1863 at Trinity Church, Bradford, Simcoe Co., Canada West (Ontario), British North America (Canada); where Edward was living in Barrie, and Arabella in Bradford;[329],[282] married Annie May Vivian 27 Apr 1912 at St. James' Cathedral, Toronto, York Co., Ontario, Canada; after which the couple left for a year's trip abroad, sailing from New York on the Mauretania;[330] died from senility and heart weakness of 3 weeks duration 4 Aug 1916 at Barrie, Simcoe Co., Ontario, Canada, at age 80;[331] buried 7 Aug 1916 at Barrie Union Cemetery, lot 111, block G, Barrie, Simcoe Co., Ontario, Canada, found by seeking the tall stone cross.[332]

      He emigrated in 1856 to Canada West (Ontario), British North America (Canada); at about which time he attended University of Toronto.[333],[334] He was graduated in 1860 at University of Toronto, Toronto, York Co., Canada West (Ontario), British North America (Canada); with a MB (Medicinae Baccalaureus) or Bachelor of Medicine.[335] He lived in 1862 at Fraser's Hotel, Barrie, Simcoe Co., Canada West (Ontario), British North America (Canada); taking up the practice of the late Dr. Archibald Pass.[336] Edward's brother George, also a physician, lived in Bradford, and here he met George's sister-in-law, Arabella.[337] He lived after 1863 at Barrie, Simcoe Co., Canada West (Ontario), British North America (Canada); in a house set back from the street, where the Bothwell Block was later built.[338] He appeared on the census of 1871 at Bradford, Simcoe Co., Ontario, Canada; where William (7), Francis (5) and Reginald (3) are present.[339] At some point Edward bought a farm in Innisfil County, and bred Shorthorn cattle. The farm was named Clonmore.[340] In 1876, Edward Deane Morton lived at 158 Dunlop St., Barrie, Simcoe Co., Ontario, Canada, "The bright buff-coloured brick of this Victorian era home is clean, refreshing contrast to the generally darker-toned brick of the city. The house was built in 1875-76 by Dr. E.D. Morton. Facing the garden is a most inviting veranda with very attractive woodwork as complement. The fine black walnut trees in the yard (as elsewhere in Barrie) are said to be descendants of trees brought by the Lount family from Pennsylvania around 1850."[341] He and Arabella Anna Laughton appeared on the census of 1881 at Barrie, Simcoe Co., Ontario, Canada; where William (17), George (Francis George?) (15), Reginald (13), Walter (8) and Henry (3) were present.[342] He and Arabella Anna Laughton appeared on the census of 1891 at Barrie, Simcoe Co., Ontario, Canada; where the family employed a groom and a servant. William (27), Reginald (22), Walter (17) and Henry (13) were present.[343] Edward received the remainder of his brother George's estate upon his death in 1895.[37] He and Arabella Anna Laughton appeared on the census of 1901 at 146 Dunlop St., Barrie, Simcoe Co., Ontario, Canada; where Edward earned $1000 annually, Ernest (29), Harry (23), bank clerk earning $500/a, were present. From Australia, the family was joined by Eveline (23) and Emily (21), daughters of Edward's brother William. Two domestic servants were also present. They lived in a 10 room house, and Edward also owned several town lots with houses, and a 200 acre farm.[344] He appeared on the census of 1911 at Barrie, Simcoe Co., Ontario, Canada; where Edward (75) physician, Ernest (40), and Laura (25) his neiece were present, on Dunlop Street. Two domestics were also present: Ellen Fry (36) and Mary Fox (20).[345],[346] "A major stop [on the 1912 honeymoon voyage with second wife Annie May] was in London and on that occasion, Edward Dean gave the Acorn Urn to Edward Reginald [willed by Arabella to Walter] with, as reported by a witness to the event, words to the effect of 'You should have this. You're the only one who is amounting to anything.'"

      [347] Edward's estate probate was applied for by Annie May Morton, Edward's second wife. The contents of the will valued at over $28,400 were: properties on Dunlop and Peel Streets in Barrie, and Vespra township, a property in Innisfil township known as Clonmore Farm, houses and 3 lots in Toronto and Barrie given to Henry; $1000 to sister Elizabeth in Ireland, and $1000 to niece Genevieve (daughter of James), both of whom still lived in County Wicklow, in a town named Coolroe. All else went to second wife, Annie May, to whom he could not have been married for more than five years.[320]

    49. Elizabeth Ann4 BARRETT (child of Joseph, #98);[348],[349] born circa 1794;[350] married Francis Morton (Sr.) (see #48), son of James Morton and Sarah Hudson, Oct 1819 at Tinahely, Co. Wicklow, Ireland;[257],[258],[259],[260] died 18 Nov 1882;[261] buried at Shillelagh churchyard, Shillelagh, Co. Wicklow, Ireland.[263]

    She lived in 1819 at Ballyleon, Ballon parish, Co. Carlow, Ireland; prior to her marriage.[351]



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      50. Michael4 ELLIOTT (child of (--?--), #101);[352] born 1782;[353],[354] married Anne Fitzgerald (see #51), daughter of James Fitzgerald and Elizabeth Young, 13 Aug 1833 at Clones, Co. Monaghan, Ireland; possibly at St. Tighernach's church;[355] died 17 Jan 1872 at Drumard House, Clones Parish, Co. Monaghan, Ireland;[356],[357] buried 20 Jan 1872 at St. Tighernach's, Clones, Co. Monaghan, Ireland, Michael's name does not appear on the plaque.[358],[359],[360]

      He was also known as W. Michael Elliott.[361] From Oct 1832, Michael was a Tithe commissioner in the Parish of Clones. He shared this duty with George Shegog, and they certified their results on 23 Nov 1833.[362] He lived in 1833 at Clones Parish, Ireland; at his marriage to Anne Fitzgerald, although it is unclear whether he lived at Annaghilly North townland (Co. Fermanagh, Barony of Clankelly) or Annaghkilly townland (Co. Monaghan, Barony of Dartree). Michael may have possessed both properties in his lifetime. G. Elliott was also assessed tithes for 9 acres in Annaghilly/Annaghkilly.[363],[364],[365],[366] Michael was assessed tithes for 'Anahilly', Co. Fermanagh (Manor of Shanack) 58 and 44 acres, and Drumard in Co. Monaghan in 1833, 46 acres. He is recorded as W. Michl Elliott, and he was the tithe assessor.[367] He and George Elliott were associated in 1850; as a stone in St. Tighernach's church yard was inscribed "Erected by W.M. Elliott of Clones for his posterity, Jany 1850". Later, a plaque was added reading "The family burial place of George Elliott, Clonfard, 1878."[368] He and William Elliott were associated in 1861; as both had ties to Agharoosky townland (William in 1833, Michael in 1861).[369],[370] In Griffith's Valuation of Monaghan 1861, Michael was a rate-payer for the following properties in Clones Parish, Co. Fermanagh: Agharoosky (William Elliott was here in 1823 church census, 1833 valuation), Loughgare (John Elliott also here in this valuation), Derrynacloy (James Elliott also here in this valuation), Tibberedoge Glebe, Drumbealimy, Tattynagolan, Annaghilly North (Michael possibly here since 1833) , and in Clones Parish, Co. Monaghan, Drumard (Michael here since 1833).[371],[372] He lived in Jan 1861 at Drumard House, Clones Parish, Co. Monaghan, Ireland; 46 acres (out of a total of 82) leased from William Cochran. The name Drumard relates to the Gaelic for 'high ridge.'[371],[373],[374],[375] On Drumard townland, in the field across the road from the main house, lies the ruins of Saint Eachaidh's Church.[376] A map of the Drumard townland was drawn up by P. McDonald, 2 Jun 1871. The map includes a path leading south from the house to "C. H. Elliott retreat."[377]

      Children of Michael4 Elliott and Anne Fitzgerald (see #51) were as follows:

      • i. Martha3 Elliott;[378] born after 1834; married John Elliott, son of John Elliott, 29 Apr 1862 at Clones Parish, Co. Fermanagh, Ireland;[379],[380],[381] died between 1872 and 1880.[382],[383]

        Martha's two sons, John and Michael emigrated to Canada with Mary Eleanor's Morton family in 1880.[384]

      • ii. Elizabeth Young Elliott; born after 1834; thought to be the eldest of Michael's daughters;[385] married Reverend John Charleton after 1850.[386]

        She was also known as Bessie. Elizabeth (with John) mentioned as an executrix to properties in the baronies of Clonkelly, Co. Fermanagh, and Dartrey, Co. Monaghan (i.e. the Annaghilly and Drumard of Michael Elliott).[387] It was said that in 1883, Drumard House was "sold by a Reverend and two Elliott sisters". Could this refer to Elizabeth, her husband, and another of her sisters?[388]

      • iii. Isobella Elliott; born after 1834.

        Isobella (unmarried) mentioned as an executrix to properties in the baronies of Clonkelly, Co. Fermanagh, and Dartrey, Co. Monaghan (i.e. the Annaghilly and Drumard of Michael Elliott).[387] Was recorded to be a spinster, and Aunt Nancy agreed she never married.[387],[155]

      • iv. Charlotte Elliott;[389],[389] born after 1834.[387]

        Charlotte was unknown to Aunt Nancy.[390] Charlotte mentioned as an executrix to properties in the baronies of Clonkelly, Co. Fermanagh, and Dartrey, Co. Monaghan (i.e. the Annaghilly and Drumard of Michael Elliott).[387]

      • 25. v. Mary Eleanor Elliott.

      • vi. Edward James Elliott; born 1848; died 2 Nov 1877 at Drumard, Clones Parish, Co. Monaghan, Ireland;[391] buried 5 Nov 1877 at Clones, Co. Monaghan, Ireland.[392]

        He lived in 1876 at Drumard, Clones Parish, Co. Monaghan, Ireland; as the landowner.[393] He left a will in 1878 at Drumard House, Clones Parish, Co. Monaghan, Ireland; On 13th Feb. letters of Administration, late of Dromard House, Monaghan. Died 2 Nov 1877. Granted to Anne Elliott of Dromard House (Clones) the mother of the deceased.[394] Aunt Nancy had thought Edward became a lawyer (as she thought his father Michael Elliott had), and that he died of diphtheria. Edward was the namesake for his nephew Edward James Morton.[155]

      • vii. Anne Elliott; born 1850;[395] married George Alexander Knight;[386],[396] died 1926.[397]

        She was also known as Nan (Nannie).[398] Anne Elliott and George Alexander Knight lived at The Diamond, Clones, Co. Monaghan, Ireland, "built 1725 and still inhabited by Knights."[399] Anne (with George) mentioned as an executrix to properties in the baronies of Clonkelly, Co. Fermanagh, and Dartrey, Co. Monaghan (i.e. the Annaghilly and Drumard of Michael Elliott).[387]

      51. Anne4 FITZGERALD (child of James, #102);[400],[401] baptized 8 Apr 1806 at Clonavilla, Clones Parish, Co. Monaghan, Ireland;[402],[403] married Michael Elliott (see #50), son of Widow (--?--) Elliott, 13 Aug 1833 at Clones, Co. Monaghan, Ireland; possibly at St. Tighernach's church;[355] died where she is noted as age 98, "formerly Drumard" 29 Dec 1899 at Monkstown, Ireland, at age 93.[404],[405]

      She lived before 1833 at Clonavilla, Clones Parish, Co. Monaghan, Ireland.[406] Anne mentioned as an executrix to properties in the baronies of Clonkelly, Co. Fermanagh, and Dartrey, Co. Monaghan (i.e. the Annaghilly and Drumard of Michael Elliott).[407] She lived in 1878 at Drumard House, Clones Parish, Co. Monaghan, Ireland; around the time of her son Edward James' death.[408]



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        52. Christopher4 HOLTORF; born 20 Nov 1820 at Germany;[409],[410] married Elizabeth Sanford (see #53), daughter of David Sanford and Abigail (--?--), 17 Mar 1858 at Wellington Co., Canada West (Ontario), British North America (Canada); where Christopher (30) lived in Caledon, was born in Germany but whose parents were unknown, and Elizabeth, born Canada, lived in Erin Twp. Rev. James Kilgour (Christian Disciples) presided;[411],[412] died death due to "general break-up" over two years, Bright's disease (kidney). His registration of death stated he was a shoemaker from Germany, aged 73 years, and a Protestant of the Free Church 29 May 1904 at House of Refuge, Brampton, Chinguacousy Twp., Peel Co., Ontario, Canada, at age 83.[413]

        He emigrated in 1850 to British North America (Canada).[414] He and Elizabeth Sanford appeared on the census of 1871 at Caledon, Peel Co., Ontario, Canada; where Christopher (50) was recorded born in Germany and of unknown religion, and Elizabeth (38) was Ontario born, Northern Baptist, of Irish descent. Reuben (12) and Henry (10) were also present.[415] He lived in 1873 at Lot 6, con 5, Caledon Twp., Peel Co., Ontario, Canada; where Christopher was a shoemaker.[416] He appeared on the census of 1881 at Chinguacousy Twp., Peel Co., Ontario, Canada; where Christopher (60) was a shoe maker and widower, and Ruban (20) and Henry (19), both store clerks, were present. Their religion was said to be Congregationalist.[417] He was a shoemaker between 1888 and 1890 at Claude, Chinguacousy Twp, Peel Co., Ontario, Canada.[418],[419] He lived between 1888 and 1890 at tail of lot 33, con. 1, Claude, Chinguacousy Twp, Peel Co., Ontario, Canada.[420],[419] He appeared on the census of 1891 at Caledon Twp., Peel Co., Ontario, Canada; where Christopher (70) was a widowed shoe maker, Congregationalist, could read and write, living alone.[421] He appeared on the census of 1901 at Chinguacousy Twp., Peel Co., Ontario, Canada; where Christopher was alone, widowed, of German origin and Christian religion, a shoe maker.[422]

        Children of Christopher4 Holtorf and Elizabeth Sanford (see #53) were as follows:

        • i. Reuben Alexander3 Holtorf; born 13 May 1858 at Orangeville, Dufferin Co., Canada West (Ontario), British North America (Canada);[423],[424],[425] married Annie Theresa Cavanaugh circa 1898; where Annie was daughter of Thomas Cavanaugh, and Beatrice Quigley.[426],[427]

          He emigrated in 1888 to Chicago, Illinois, United States of America.[428],[429] He was (an unknown value) in 1889 at 405 Main, Buffalo, Erie Co., New York, United States of America.[430] He was a clerk with C H Michell, boarding at 16 Orchard in 1891 at Detroit, Michigan, United States of America.[431] He was a clerk with Hull Bros. Co., boarding at 253 Mich Ave in 1893 at Detroit, Michigan, United States of America.[432] He emigrated in 1893 to Chicago, Cook Co., Illinois, United States of America; entering through Detroit.[433] He and Annie Theresa Cavanaugh lived between 1898 and 1900 at 201 Huron Street, Chicago, Illinois, United States of America; where Reuben is a salesman. Several other Holtorfs are found in Chicago from 1888 to 1900 (William, Christian and Ernest).[434],[435] He and Annie Theresa Cavanaugh appeared on the census of 1900 at 201 Huron St, Chicago, Cook Co., Illinois, United States of America; where Reuban (35) was a city salesman, Annie (29) and roomer Patrick Murphy were present.[436] Reuben became a naturalized citizen of the U.S. in 1909.[437] He and Annie Theresa Cavanaugh appeared on the census of 1910 at Pill Ave., Chicago, Cook Co., Illinois, United States of America; where Reuban (44) was a wholesale cheese salesman, and Annie (37), and Paul (7) were present.[438] In 1912, Reuben Alexander Holtorf and Annie Theresa Cavanaugh lived at 5236 North Spaulding Ave., Chicago, Cook Co., Illinois, United States of America.[439] He was naturalized on 2 Aug 1912 at Chicago, Cook Co., Illinois, United States of America; American.[440],[439] He made application for a American passport for himself, wife Annie, son Paul, to travel and visit relatives on 14 Jul 1915 at Chicago, Illinois, United States of America.[441] He and Annie Theresa Cavanaugh appeared on the census of 1920 at Spalding Ave., Chicago, Cook Co., Illinois, United States of America; where Ruban (54), was a salesman in a cheese store, and Anna (46), and Paul (17) were present.[442]

        • 26. ii. Henry M. Holtorf.

        53. Elizabeth4 SANFORD (child of David, #106);[443],[444] born circa 1834 at Upper Canada (Ontario), British North America (Canada);[445] married Christopher Holtorf (see #52) 17 Mar 1858 at Wellington Co., Canada West (Ontario), British North America (Canada); where Christopher (30) lived in Caledon, was born in Germany but whose parents were unknown, and Elizabeth, born Canada, lived in Erin Twp. Rev. James Kilgour (Christian Disciples) presided;[411],[412] died 1872;[446],[447] buried at Erin Cemetery, Erin Twp., Wellington Co., Ontario, Canada, in her parents' plot.[448]

        She and Christopher Holtorf appeared on the census of 1871 at Caledon, Peel Co., Ontario, Canada; where Christopher (50) was recorded born in Germany and of unknown religion, and Elizabeth (38) was Ontario born, Northern Baptist, of Irish descent. Reuben (12) and Henry (10) were also present.[415]


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