John Parker, (1888-23/10/1906). "a strong robust lad"

 FUNERAL NOTICE.

Friends are respectfully invited to attend the Funeral late John Parker, which will his Parents' Residence, Road, on Thursday, for St. Aidan's Church, at 3 p.m.  -Alexandra Herald and Central Otago Gazette, 24/10/1906.

Obituary.

It is with feelings of regret that we are obliged to chronicle the death of one of Alexandra's most promising youths, in the person of Master John Parker, fourth son of Mr William Parker, senr., Manuherikia Road, which occurred at his parents' residence yesterday afternoon after a short but painful illness. Scarcely four weeks have elapsed since deceased first became ill, and it was after returning from a cycle ride that he complained of a pain in his stomach. A few days afterwards Dr Gregg was called in and prescribed for the patient, but without success. He grew worse, and Dr Hyde was summoned about ten days ago. After consultation both doctors deemed it necessary to operate on the patient, it having been discovered that he was suffering from a tumor in the stomach. The operation was successfully performed, but no hopes were entertained of his recovery. Gradually becoming worse, the young fellow bore his sufferings bravely, and it was not until the ninth day after the operation was performed that the end came. The news was received with the deepest pangs of regret, for deceased had always been a strong robust lad, and his unassuming manner won for him the admiration of both young and old alike. At the time of his demise deceased was 18 years and 9 months old, and never once had given his parents cause to suspect that there was anything wrong with him. His death came as a severe blow to his parents and other relatives, and to them we extend our deepest condolence in their sad bereavement. The funeral takes place to-morrow afternoon, and the body will be taken to St. Aidan's Church and thence to the Alexandra cemetery. Deceased will be accorded a military funeral, he having been a member of the Alexandra Rifles.  -Alexandra Herald and Central Otago Gazette, 24/10/1906.

Alexandra Cemetery.

9/1747 Trooper Peter Weaver DCM, (14/6/1895-13/9/1919). "three cheers for Pete"

Trooper Peter Weaver writing on .August tells how he came by receiving a slight wound on the neck which laid him off duty for about a week. "I was on patrol duty on horseback and was following up the Huns who were retreating, when I ran into a mob of them planted in a crop of oats with a machine gun and I can tell you that I hopped it pretty quick. They started to spit fire and my horse never did a faster mile in her life. They managed to give me a crack before I got out of sight."  -Alexandra Herald and Central Otago Gazette, 23/10/1918.

We hear that doubt has been cast on the correctness of the report that Trooper Peter Weaver of Earnscleugh had been awarded the Distinguished Conduct Medal. We wish to state that we have seen the official letter sent from the Office of the Minister of Defence under date 26th October, intimating that Trooper Peter Weaver 9/1747 had been awarded the Distinguished Conduct Medal for gallantry on the field, and conveying to the parents the congratulations of the Minister, signed by J. Allen. There is absolutely no question but what Peter has been awarded this coveted distinction, and we are proud of him for bringing honour to himself, his parents and the district.  -Alexandra Herald and Central Otago Gazette, 4/12/1918.

Our soldier boys are being rapidly returned from the Front, and scarcely a week passes that we don’t have the pleasure of welcoming home one or more of them. The latest to receive a welcome and the congratulations of his friends was Pt’e. Peter Weaver, of Clyde. In his address at the station Mr Smart referred to the fact that this young soldier had by gallant conduct earned distinction having been awarded the M.S.M., and his request for three cheers for "Pete" were very heartily responded to.  -Dunstan Times, 9/6/1919.

OUR SPLENDID SOLDIERS

In view of the magnificent services of our soldiers, which won for them the admiration of the world — friend and foe alike — it was no surprise to see the Clyde Town Hall well filled with people on Wednesday evening last — the occasion being the social and presentation of gold medals to returned men and also to the relatives of those poor, dear lads who had made the supreme sacrifice. The arrangements for the function were of the happiest, and with the hearty co-operation of an assemblage clearly anxious to impress their guests with the fact that they deeply appreciated their great services, the committee had no difficulty in making the social a splendid success. The first part of the evening was devoted to a concert and the presentation of medals, after which a tasty and acceptable supper was served by the ladies, and later dancing was indulged in. Proceedings opened with the singing of the National Anthem, after which vocal items (all of which were thoroughly enjoyed and warmly applauded) were contributed by the following—Mrs E. Iversen, and Messrs R, Smart, J. Crozier, T, Smith, C. Weaver, Shrimpton, and W. Lopdell, the last named also giving a humorous recitation. Mrs Menzies kindly played the accompaniments.

The speakers were Messrs J. Smart (chairman of the Patriotic Committee) the Vicar (Rev. S. Stephens), S.T. Spain (chairman of the Vincent County Council) and H. E. Stevens, each of whom thanked the soldiers for their magnificent services, the Vicar remarking that the medals to be presented that night would no doubt become treasured heirlooms and valued by future generations as evidence that their forefathers had fought for the freedom of their country and the liberation of humanity. The task of presenting the medals was entrusted to, and gracefully performed by Mrs Bringans (president of the Women’s Patriotic Association). As the recipients stepped forward to have the medals pinned on their breasts each and all were given enthusiastic and sincere receptions. The soldiers presented were — 

Pv’tes J. E. Bodkin, R. Crawford, Tr’pr. Geo. Dickie, Pv’te F. Ericson, Pv’te H. Gilbert, Pv’te. A. Henderson, Qt. M. Sgt. Con, Keliher, Gnr. M. Keliher, Pv’te. H. Keliher, Pv’te L. G. Naylor, Pv’te E. Naylor, Pv’te H. Roulstone, Pv’te Reg. Prout, Pv’te J. S. Smart, Qt. M. Sgt. E. M. Sharpe, Sgt. J. Weaver M.M. and D.C.M., Trpr. P. Weaver D.C.M., Gnr. L. Weaver, Pv’te. Fred Waddell, Lance-corp. W. Williams, Gnr. I. Williams, Pv’te. L. Williams, Pv’ te F. Williams and Pv’te S. Williams.

Pv’te. Bodkin, on behalf of the men, returned thanks for the splendid reception and presentation, and in doing so remarked that the soldiers were grateful for all that had been done for them during the war. A sad and touching ceremony followed. The chairman very feelingly referred to those dear, brave lads who would never return — those who had made the supreme sacrifice — and the assemblage stood in silence out of respect to their memory. Medals (“In Honoured Memory of”) were presented to relatives of the following departed soldiers Pv’te. E. Davis, Pv’te W. Smith, Pv’te. G. Arthur, Pv’te F. Wilson and Lance Corp. Geo. Uren. The National Anthem was again sung, and the hall was cleared for dancing.

During an interval in the dancing, excellent music for which was supplied by Mr H. Partridge (violin) and Mrs Steele (piano), Mr F. Jeffery, on behalf of the people, made a presentation to Messrs J. Smart and H. E. Stevens (chairman and secretary respectively of the patriotic committee), the former receiving a handsome travelling rug and the latter a case of pipes and tobacco pouch. In making the presentations Mr Jeffery referred to the good work done by both since the inception of the war, making special reference to the Chairman's splendid work in arranging receptions for returned men and also to his (Mr Smarts) stirring addresses of welcome which were greatly appreciated. The recipients suitably replied, and were given a flattering reception — the audience cheering and singing “For they are jolly good Fellows.” Mr Jeffery also received a round of applause and cheers. 

The social concluded at about 2 a.m., the general opinion being that it had been one of the most enjoyable and successful ever held in Clyde.  -Dunstan Times, 15/9/1919.

DEATHS

WEAVER. — At Alexandra, on Saturday September 13. Peter, son of Mr and Mrs P. Weaver, Earnscleugh, recently Trooper P. Weaver, D.C.M., Eighth Reinforcements Otago Mounted Rifles; aged 24. Deeply regretted.   -Otago Daily Times, 15/9/1919.

OBITUARY

Trooper Peter Weaver, D.C.M., who died last Saturday at the home of his parents, Mr and Mrs P. Weaver, of Earnscleugh, near Alexandra, was accorded a military funeral on Sunday. Trooper Weaver recently returned from France, in apparently good health. He had been but a short time back into civilian life when he developed a form of "sleeping sickness," and passed quietly away after a very brief illness. Trooper Weaver sailed with the Eighth Reinforcements of the Otago Mounted Rides, and took part in every big engagement in which the New Zealanders were concerned from their arrival in France until the conclusion of the war. His D.C.M. was earned at the Marne in 1918. On his arrival home he appeared to be in good health. He was 24 years of age, and was the second youngest of five brothers who volunteered for active service.  -Evening Star, 16/9/1919.

Alexandra Cemetery.

9/890 Gunner Leslie Weaver, (9/8/1893-17/8/1921). "Poor Leslie!"

PERSONAL.

The news of the demise of Mr Leslie Weaver, although not altogether unexpected, caused quite a shock and deep sorrow to his many friends hereabouts. Poor Leslie! He was a favorite with everybody. Born at Earnscleugh some 27 years ago, he lived practically the whole of his life amongst us, and his happy, kindly disposition endeared him to all. He was a good athlete, and was a prominent member of the Clyde football team for several years. He also represented Vincent, and out of respect to his memory the members of the Vincent team in the match on Saturday wore a band on their jerseys. When the war broke out and the call went forth for men, "Les" and his two brothers were soon doing their bit. It was while fighting for King and Country that he, like many another poor lad, endured such hardships as to undermine his constitution. He was an inmate of the Dunstan Hospital for some considerable time, but recently was removed to his parents home in Dunedin. To the sorrowing parents, who only a few months ago suffered the loss of another distinguished soldier son, the sympathy of the whole community is extended in their sad bereavement. The funeral, a military one, took place at Alexandra yesterday, when there was a big attendance, people being present from all parts of Central Otago.   -Dustan Times, 22/8/1921.

PERSONAL.

The body of Gunner Leslie Weaver, the third son of Mr and Mrs Patrick Weaver, of Otakou, and formerly of Earnscleugh, was brought to Alexandra on Saturday and was buried in the local cemetery on Sunday, alongside his brother, the late Trooper Peter Weaver, D.C.M., M.S.M. The deceased was accorded full military honours, the Alexandra Brass Band, the local Territorials and a firing party of Returned Soldiers accompanying the cortege to the cemetery, where the usual short religious service was followed by the firing of three volleys and the sounding of the Last Post. A large attendance of the public gathered at the cemetery to pay their last respects to another of our local boys gone to his long rest. A short Memorial Service was held in St. Enoch's Presbyterian Church at 2 p m., the Rev. J. Standring officiating. To the bereaved parents and the sorrowing brothers and sisters is expended the sincere sympathy of their many local friends.   -Alexandra Herald and Central Otago Gazette, 24/8/1921.

In common with so many soldiers who died shortly after returning from the war, Leslie Weaves died of tuberculosis.

Alexandra Cemetery.

Reginald Grimstone, (1895-28/9/1905). "a cap was seen"

 Reginald Grimstone, the 10-year-old son of Mr Grimstone, manager of the Bank of New Zealand at Alexandra, was killed by a fall of gravel in a pit in which he was playing with two others. The latter were covered up to their armpits, and their cries brought two men to their rescue. The men were not aware for some time that the boy Grimstone was completely covered. He was alive when taken out but died shortly after.  -Lake County Press, 5/10/1905.

Sad Fatality. — A painful and fatal accident took place on Thursday afternoon. A number of boys were playing under a gravel face, in in their play were digging out a tunnel when, without a moment's warning the face fell in, covering three of the boys. One was buried up to the neck, another caught by the legs, and the third, Reginald Grimstone, was completely covered up under 3ft of earth and gravel. The screams of the other children quickly brought assistance, and two of the boys, Sawyers and Eggington, were soon released, but it took about 15 minutes to release young Grimstone, who was still breathing, but died shortly afterwards. The little lad, who was about 10 years of age, was buried to-day, his schoolmates fallowing the remains of their old playmate with reverence and kindly feeling. The whole community tenders its heartfelt sympathy to Mr and Mrs Grimstone in their sad bereavement.  -Otago Witness, 4/10/1905.

Sad Fatality.

On Thursday last, about 5 p.m., the news that a sad accident had befallen the second son of Mr L. B. Grimstone, manager of the Bank of New Zealand, Alexandra, flashed around the town like wildfire, and sympathisers rushed to the scene of the disaster to find that the accident had terminated fatally. It appears that a number of children, their ages ranging from six to ten years, were playing in a gravel pit behind the town, when suddenly the whole face slipped away, three of the little boys being caught before they could escape. The children's cries soon brought willing helpers to their aid. One was buried to the armpits, another to the knees, and it was not till a cap was seen lying on the ground and the other two boys extricated from their perilous position that the fact that Reginald Grimstone was buried beneath the gravel became known. After digging for some minutes the little fellow was found with about three feet of gravel on top of him. When taken out life was extinct. Dr Gregg was sent for, but all his efforts to restore life were of no avail, some twenty minutes having elapsed from the time the accident occurred till the body was found. An inquest was held on Friday afternoon, when a verdict of "Accidental death " was returned. The jury added a rider "that local bodies should see that in gravel pits where the face was undermined the top bank was knocked down immediately." 

The funeral took place on Saturday afternoon, and was attended by a large concourse of mourners, including the boys of the Alexandra school, who followed immediately behind the hearse, while six of the boys acted as pallbearers. The Rev. Father Hunt officiated at the grave. 

"Rege," as he was familiarly called, was 10 years of age, and a general favorite with both young and old and the inhabitants of Alexandra and surrounding districts were deeply grieved on hearing of the sad fatality. Telegrams and expressions of sympathy were received by Mr and Mrs Grimstone from all parts of the colony; and we, as representatives of the community, extend our heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved parents in their extremely sad misfortune. 

Mr and Mrs Grimstone desire to express their deep thanks for the many expressions of sympathy in their sad bereavement.  -Alexandra Herald and Central Otago Gazette, 4/10/1905.

Alexandra Cemetery.

11/473 Lieutenant Lionel Edward Grimstone, (30/11/1893-8/10/1918). "cheerful and optimistic"

ROMANCE IN THE POLICE COURT.

A WILFUL DAUGHTER. 

LOVES v. BROTHER. 

Two young men named Chas. E. Merson and Lionel Francis Grimstone, were charged in the Police Court to-day, before Mr. It. M. Dyer, S.M., with using threatening behaviour on May 15, at the entrance to the Mount Eden Railway Station. Mr. Reed appeared for Merson, and Mr. Singer for Grimstone. 

Two witnesses said they saw two men scuffling near the station entrance, but could not identify the men. On witness said he saw Merson running across the road with his head bleeding. 

Merson's sister said she was in company with Grimstone when her brother came along and struck her companion. A fight ensued, and witness tried to separate them. Cross-examined by Mr. Reed, witness said she was 17, and Grimstone was a friend of hers. Her father had objected to this, and had spoken to Grimstone about taking witness out. In spite of the objections of her father and brother, witness continued her acquaintance with Grimstone. 

Mr. Reed. — Do you not know that Grimstone had a weapon specially made, in the form oi a weighted truncheon? 

Witness. — They went so far with him that he had to get something. 

Did he have this weapon on the night this affair took place? — I couldn't say. 

Was it weighted with lead? — Well, what I saw some months ago looked like an iron stick. 

Did you see blood streaming from your brother's head? — No, I did not. It was not true, witness continued, that as soon as her brother spoke to Grimstone the latter struck him with this weapon, and witness joined in hitting him. Beyond clinging to her brother to pull him off, she did not touch him. She did not see him use the weapon on her brother until the latter struck at him. 

Mr. Reed. — After the fight took place you did not go home? — I stayed with Mrs. Evans.

To Mr. .Singer, witness said that members of her family had gone to the length of threatening to kill Grimstone, who had gone about in fear of his life. Her mother had supported her in her attachment to Grimstone. Witness complained of the treatment received on account of Grimstone, by different members of her family. 

Mr. Dyer: Where are you living now? — At home. 

Are you being ill-treated now? — No, not now. 

Witness continued that there had been nothing in Grimstone's behaviour towards her to which her family could object, except going down badly lighted streets, and that was only on account of their fear of meeting members of her family. 

Mr. Dyer: Do you think you are doing right in defying your people in this matter? — Well, they have no cause to carry on as they have done. 

Mr. Dyer: I think that if this young man had any decency he would leave you alone, until you are older, anyway. What are you going to do in this matter? Are you still going to defy your people? 

Witness: Yes. When I am ready I will leave home and board with friends. 

Dr. Grant said that when he examined Merson he found a severe scalp wound and a cut over the right eye. He did not think those injuries could have been inflicted with a fist. To inflict such wounds with a bar, through a hard felt hat, would necessitate a heavy blow.

Charles C. Merson said that on the night in question he was gong to meet a friend when he saw Grimstone and his sister near the railway station. He said she had better go home. Grimstone took a step back and drew his arm back and witness struck out in self defence. He felt something strike his arm and, bending over, hit him on the head. His sister also struck him during the struggle. The first blow Grimstone felt like a sandbag, but afterwards the blows felt as if it was something harder. Witness was knocked down, and and the wounds in his head bled freely. 

Cross-examined, witness said he had never gone out for the purpose of assaulting Grimestone. On a previous occasion he had found his sister and Grimstone at the back of the ammunition works, and sent the girl home. He denied that he and other members of the family had threatened violence to Grimstone, and they had always treated his sister with consideration and kindness.

His Worship said the position was clearly that Grimstone persisted in going about with this girl in spite of the opposition of her people. He did not think that the defendant had acted properly. He should have left the girl alone until she was old enough to know her own mind. '"I think he is lacking in manliness in acting as he has done," said Mr. Dyer. "There is a proper, decent, honourable way of doing these things, and there is also a mean, contemptible, and dishonourable way. No man with any nicer feeling would act as you have done." 

The case was then adjourned until this afternoon, in order to allow Mr. Singer to consult with Grimstone as to his future intentions with regard to Miss Merson.

(Continued on page 2.)  -Auckland Star, 31/5/1907.

ROMANCE IN THE POLICE COURT.

(Continued from page 5.)

After the luncheon adjournment, Mr. Singer said tbat the arrangement he had made with Grimstone was to the effect that he would apply to his employers for a transfer to Wellington. 

His Worship said that there might not be a vacancy for some time, but he could not make any order to prohibit the two meeting. He suggested that Grimstone should give an undertaking, promising not to go out walking with the girl pending his transfer to Wellington, otherwise they might have further trouble. 

His Worship said he could not order the defendant to follow his suggestion.

Mr. Singer remarked that he could promise that Grimstone would follow his Worship's advice as far as he could. He intended to go to Wellington as soon as he possibly could get a transfer. 

Mr. Reed said Grimstone could be convicted and ordered to come up when called upon, and if he interfered with the girl again he could be brought up and dealt with. 

Grimstone formally promised that he would not continue to take the girl about as be had done. 

His Worship decided to convict Grimstone and Merson, ordering them to come up for sentence when called upon, remarking that Grimstone had in his opinion been the aggressor.  -Auckland Star, 31/5/1907.

Says the Argus: — We are pleased to hear of progress being made by Eltham lads, who are with the troops. Lionel Grimstone has been made "galloper" to the Staff. It takes a plucky, reliable and intelligent man to do this work, so young Grimstone must possess all these qualities. Jago has made further progress. He was Paymaster, and now he is Scout Sergeant.  -Taranaki Daily News, 25/2/1915.

Lionel, like so many men, caught typhoid on the Peninsula of Gallipoli and was later transferred to the Artillery. He was trained as an Officer Cadet in late 1916, taking up his Officer's duties the following year.

On October 8th the New Zealand Division in conjunction with the 37th Division on the right and the 3rd Division on the left, attacked at 4.30 a.m., with the aim of establishing itself on a line represented by the sunken road south-west of Esnes, le Grand Pont, Esnes Mill, and the Esnes-la Targette Road. If opportunity offered, success was to be exploited by securing Esnes and a line approximately one thousand yards east of the Esnes-la Targette Road. The night preceding the attack was wet, and rain was still falling when the guns opened the barrage. The advance of the infantry was so rapid that within a few hours of the opening of the attack the guns were going forward again, and by the early afternoon the great proportion of the field artillery supporting the Division was in action east of the canal, having crossed on bridges erected or repaired by the Engineers. In consequence of reports having been received that a fresh German division was marching south-west on Cattenieres, it was considered probable that the enemy might launch a counter-attack from the north-east during the afternoon, and it was, therefore, decided not to move all the guns east of the canal. 

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The 317th Brigade remained west of the canal with S.O.S. lines east of la Targette. The 1st Brigade positions were some distance north-east of Crevecour, and those of the 3rd Brigade in the neighbourhood of Pelu Wood. The day had been a very successful one for the Division, and casualties were small in both artillery brigades, though the 1st Brigade unfortunately lost two officers killed.  -NZ Artillery in the Field, 1914-1918.

The very sad news has reached Eltham (writes our correspondent) of the death, killed in action of Lieut. L. Grimstone, only son of Mr and Mrs L. B. Grimstone of this town. Lieut. Grimstone was a Main Body man, being one of the first ten men in Eltham to volunteer, and has consequently seen over four years of active service. He was out of the ranks for some time suffering from enteric, and on recovery sat for a commission. Lieut. Grimstone has seen most of the heavy fighting on the Western front, and his letters have been cheerful and optimistic. His parents will have the deepest sympathy of all Eltham and district, especially of the returned men, who have a warm corner for Mr Grimstone, who, as treasurer of the Patriotic Society, has worked vigorously on their behalf. Mrs Grimstone has also taken a deep interest in patriotic work.  -Hawera and Normanby Star, 28/10/1918.

Alexandra Cemetery.

45259 Rifleman Stanley Robert Strong, (25/7/1896-20/5/1918). "his loving parents"

At 3.30 a.m. on May 2nd, after a hurricane bombardment by artillery and trench mortars, about sixty of the enemy attacked this position in four parties. The situation was capitally handled by that Lance-Corporal McMurray who, a month before, had so distinguished himself in single-handed patrol work in the same locality, but who was now a sergeant with a D.C.M., and in charge of the platoon forming the garrison. Possibly he felt more than ordinary interest in the position, seeing that he had been mainly instrumental in its establishment; at any rate he dealt with the attack without calling for artillery support, and succeeded in driving off the raiders after inflicting heavy casualties. The only German, an officer, who entered our trench, was promptly killed. Our listening-post here was driven in, but was immediately re-established. In the repulse of the raiders particularly gallant work was done by Lance-Corporal M. Willets, who was in command of one of the sections. Though severely wounded during the bombardment, he continued the active direction and control of his men, carrying out to the letter the instruction to hold on at all costs. Three days later the enemy made a similar attempt on a neighbouring post, but this also was a complete failure.  -Official History of the NZ Rifle Brigade.

Stanley Strong's Army record shows that he died from "gsw (gunshot wounds) multiple." The German Army may have completely failed in their attack on the "neighbouring post" but not without cost to the Rifles and particularly to Stanley Strong.

Rifleman Stanley Robert Strong (reported died from wounds on May 20) was the eldest son of Mr Robert Strong, 42 Bay View road, Dunedin, and was 21 years of age. He was educated at the Alexandra, Musselburgh, and Otago Boys' High School. He entered the firm of Messrs W. Secular and Co., and was employed by them until he went to Trentham. He entered Trentham in January, 1917, and left New Zealand with the 24th Reinforcements on April 20. He reached France early in October, and saw active service there. His parents received word three months ago that he was transferred to the Signallers, and he remained in that branch of the service till his death.  -Evening Star, 12/6/1918.

FOR THE EMPIRE'S CAUSE.

IN MEMORIAM. 

STRONG. — In loving memory of Rifleman Stanley Robert Strong, who died of wounds in France, May 20, 1918. 

To memory ever dear. 

-Inserted by his loving parents, brothers, and sisters.  -Otago Witness, 25/5/1920.

Alexandra Cemetery.

Charles Fairlie Nieper, (1895-14/6/1901). "slipped in"

A sad drowning fatality occurred at Alexandra on Saturday. A boy about six years of age, the eldest son of Mr G. Nieper, was, along with some other little mates, throwing empty bottles into the Molyneux, when he slipped in, and was never seen again. Up till this afternoon his body had not been found.   -Lake County Press, 20/6/1901.

DEATHS

NIEPER. — On the 14th June, at Alexandra (by drowning), Charles Fairlie, the beloved son of James and Charlotte Nieper; aged six years and one month. Deeply regretted.  -Otago Witness, 10/7/1901.

The body of Fairly Nieper, the six-year-old son of Mr G. Nieper, of Alexandra, who on June 14, when playing with some other little boys at throwing empty bottles into the Molyneux, slipped into the river, was recovered yesterday, three miles below Alexandra.   -Evening Star, 30/8/1901.

The police have received intelligence of the recovery of the body of Fairly Nieper, the six-year-old son of Mr G Nieper, of Alexandra, who on June 14, while playing with some other little boys at throwing empty bottles into the Molyneux, slipped into the river, and was drowned. The body was recovered on Thursday by Mr McMath, of the Bendigo dredge, three miles below Alexandra.   -Otago Daily Times, 3/9/1901.

Alexandra Cemetery.