Philinda Gertrude (Sutton) Webster (1872 - 1950)

Born 28 Jan 1872 in Barnston, PQ, Canada

Ancestors

Wife of Johnnie Smith Webster — married 15 Mar 1892 in Hatley, PQ, Canada

Descendants

Died 14 Feb 1950 at age 78 in Newport, Orleans, Vermont, United States

Biography

Philinda "Linnie" Gertrude Sutton (George Willie , John Philpot , Philpot John ) was born 1 on 28 Jan 1872 in Barnston, Stanstead Co., PQ. She died 2 on 14 Feb 1950 in Newport, Orleans Co., VT.

1. Found in the 1871 Canadian Census of Quebec, Stanstead Co. Barnston, Dis 141, sub district E, Div 2, p. 40, "infant"; age 3/12, with parents; George (37) and Rosa (34) and siblings Sarah M. (12) Laura M. (10) Dean E. (18) and George A. (4)

2. Found in the 1881 Canadian Census, Quebec, Stanstead Co., Barnston, Film C-13199, Dist 56, SubDist F, Div 1, p. 37 Family 169, age 10

3. Found in the 1891 Canadian Census, Quebec, Stanstead Co., Barnston, District 190, sub district 11, p. 42, age 19, fa. b. Quebec, mo. b. Quebec, religion; Baptist, at home with parents

4. Found in 1901 Canadian Census, Quebec, Stanstead Co., Hatley, Dist 195 SubDist F Div 4 Page 8, age 29.

5. Found in the 1911 Canadian Census, Quebec, Stanstead Co., Hatley Township, District 200, sub district 3-1, p. 8, age 40

6. Items of news From Hatley Village ... Mr. Mortimer Webster, who is well past, eighty years of age, and one of Hatley’s oldest citizens, was taken suddenly ill, on Tuesday, but his condition is now somewhat improved. Since the death of Mrs. Webster, which took place suddenly in October, 1914, Mr. Webster has resided at the home of his son, Mr. J. S. Webster, in this place. On New Year's morning Mrs. J. S. Webster received a message saying that her mother, Mrs. Sutton, widow of the Geo. Sutton, of North Bamston, had sustained a slight stroke of paralysis. A little improvement has since taken place in her condition. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Drew, former residents of this place, have been at the Sutton home for several months past, and are caring for Mrs. Sutton. (Sherbrooke Daily record, Jan. 4, 1917, p. 2)

7. Hatley Mrs. Sutton, widow of the late Dr. John Sutton, L.D.S., who has reached the great age of ninety-five years, her daughter, Mrs. Ada Truell, and granddaugher, Miss Truell, of Barnston, were guests on Sunday of Mrs. J. S. Webster; (Sherbrooke Daily Record, Sept. 4, 1918, p. 2)

8. 1919, Feb, attended the funeral of sister-in-law, Katie A. Sutton at Ayer's Clff, PQ.

9. Found in the 1921 Canadian Census, Quebec, Stanstead Co., District 206, Hatley, Sub-District 25, p. 4, owns, age 50, POB: Que., Nat; Canada, Eth; English, Rel; Methodist, Occp; farmer, with husband John (52) and dau Mildred (4)

10. HATLEY, Que., August 1,-Two of Hatley’s well-known residents, Mrs. Webster and her daughter, Miss Mildred Webster, of ’‘The Locusts,” who have been with relatives at Fitchburg, Mass., passed through a terrifying experience when a miniature tornado struck the city at the noon hour on Thursday, July 17, and when in a gale of cyclonic proportions, with the sky as dark as night, death and property destruction of great amount and wide area visited the town. Mrs. Webster, with her daughters, Mrs. C. A Hodges and Miss Webster, were alone at the time in the home on Burnap street, the former’s brother and wife, Mr. and Mrs. Dean Sutton, being absent. Mr. and Mrs. Sutton were, however, on their way home, fortunately in a closed car, and were able to reach there in safety. On the way Mr. Sutton was obliged to slacken speed somewhat on account of a pedestrian who, in an attempt to cross the syeet carrying a small umbrella, was whirled around and about, but through their united efforts succeeded in making his destination. The only damage resulting to Mr. Sutton’s property was the loss of a portion of the ridge pole. Mrs. Webster and Miss Mildred returned to “The Locusts'’ on Friday evening. (Sherbrooke Daily Record, Aug. 1, 1924, p. 2)

11. 1926, Mar 30; Baptized at the United Church Hatley by Rev. Hodgson.

12. 1932, Mar 12, Stanstead Journal, "(Hatley), Mr and Mrs. J.S. Webster celebrated their 40th wedding anniversity."

13. Found in the Canadian voters list 1935, Quebec, Electoral district Stanstead, Rural Polling Division No. 41, Village of East Hatley, Vol: 23747, p. 1; 124 Webster, Mrs John S. farmer, East Hatley 125 Webster, Mrs Philinda (W), married woman, Hatley 126 Webster, Miss Mildred I. (W), teacher, East Hatley

14. Hatley Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Wheeler have moved to Sherbrooke, where he has secured employment. Mrs. Wheeler's mother, Mrs. John Webster, has closed her house here and will spend the winter with her daughter in Sherbrooke. (Stanstead Journal, Oct. 14, 1937)

15. Mr. Henry Moulton has rented Mrs. J. S. Webster’s sugar place for this year. Mr. Sam Morse and Mr. Gordon Emery will help him. (Sherbrooke Daily Record, March 19, 1938)

16. Found in the Canadian voters list 1940, Quebec, Electoral district Stanstead, Rural Polling Division No. 41, Hatley Village, Vol: 23747, p. 1; 128 Webster, Mrs Johnnie, widow Hatley

17. 1940: "Private Wayne Hodges of Val Cartier spent a few days with his grandmother, Mrs. L. Webster. (Coaticook Observer, Dec. 13, 1940, p. 4)

18. 1941: Mrs. J. S. Webster spent Christmas with her daughetr, Mrs. C. Doane and Mr. Doane in Newport, Vt. (Coaticook Observer, Jan. 3, 1941, p. 3)

19. HATLEY Mrs. J. S. Webster, who spent the winter months in Sherbrooke at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Arnold Wheeler and Mr. Wheeler, has returned to Hatley where she is convalescing at the home of Mrs. G. MacDonald. (Coaticook Observer, May 22, 1942)

20. Found in border crossing, Newport, VT., Dec. 23, 1943, Webster, Philinda, age 72, Canadian passport; #138580, POB: Barnston, Que., retired, nationality; Canadian, race; Eng., last permanent address; Hatley, Que., name and address nearest relative; Dau; Mrs. Arnold Wheeler, Sherbrooke, Que., ever in US; yes, var, visits, destination; Dau; Mrs. Clarence Doane, Third St., Newport, Vt., money; $5.00, ever arrested/deported; No., purpose coming/time remaining; 3 week visit, height; 5' 5", hair; gr, eyes; bl,

21. Hatley Word has been received by friends in this place, that Mrs. J. S. Webster, who is spending the winter with her daughter, Mrs. Clarence Doane, in Newport, Vt., has been ill for some time. All hope for her speedy recovery. Old friends in this place will be sorry to hear of the death of Mrs. Webster's eldest brother, Dean Sutton, which took place at his home in Fitchburg, Mass. (Sherbrooke Daily Record, Feb. 8, 1944, p. 10)

22. Found in the Canadian voters list 1945, Quebec, Electoral district Stanstead,, Rural Polling Division No. 25, Village of East Hatley, Vol: 25984, p. 1; 120 Webster, Mrs. John, widow, Hatley

23. Mrs. Rosamond Tucker has returned to her home after caring for Mrs. John Webster for the past week. All are glad that Mrs. Webster is able to be about again. (Stanstead Journal, Nov. 17, 1949)

24. Obit: Webster Entered into rest at Broadview Hospital, Newport, Vermont on Tuesday, February 14,1950. Philinda G. Sutton of Hatley, Quebec, beloved wife of the late John S. Webster in her 80th. year. Remains resting at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Arnold Wheeler of Ayers Cliff. Funeral service will be held in the United Church at East Hatley on Thursday, February 16th. at 2:30p.m. Interment in family lot at East Hatley United Church Cemetery. Reverend Mr. Edwards officiating. (Stanstead Journal, Feb. 1950)

25. Ayer's Cliff Topics This community was indeed sorry to hear of the death of Mrs. J. S. Webster of Hatley, which occurred at the Broadview Hospital in Newport, Vt. She was taken ill while visiting her daughter, Mrs. Clarence Dolan [Doane]. The remains were brought here to the home of her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Wheeler, thence to Hatley United Church on Thursday for service and burial in Hatley Cemetery. To her daughters, Mrs. A. Wheeler and Mrs. Dolan, and all relatives deepest sympathy is extended. (Stanstead Journal, Feb. 21, 1950)

26. Mr. and Mrs. D L. Martin and Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Butler attended the funeral of Mrs. Martin's aunt, Mrs. Webster, at Ayer's Cliff on Thursday. (Stanstead Journal, Feb. 23, 1950)

27. MRS. JOHN WEBSTER, OF HATLEY Hatley, Feb. 23. — This community was saddened at the news of the death of Mrs. John Webster, of this village, which took place in Broad View Hospital, Newport, Vt., early on Tuesday morning, Feb. 14, 1950, after an illness of a little over a week. Mrs. Webster, who was born in Barnston, was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. George Sutton. Until a short time ago, Mrs. Webster, who had recently passed her 79th birthday led a very active life, looking after her own home, where she lived by herself, caring for her garden and taking an active interest in all the activities of the community. It was hard to realize that she had nearly reached the fourscore mile stone. In 1892, she was united in marriage with Mr. John Webster, who passed away some years ago. They made their first home on a farm just north of the Old North Church, where they lived for many years. Three children were born to them, one son, who died in infancy, and two daughters. Mabel, Mrs. Clarence Doane. of Newport, Vt., and Mildred, Mrs. Arnold Wheeler, of Ayer’s Cliff. Also surviving are two grandchildren. Wayne Hodges and Beverly (Mrs. Wilson); and six greatgrandchildren, besides a large number of more distant relatives, and many friends. Around 1914. they sold the farm in the Old North Church neighborhood and bought the house in the village formerly belonging to Mrs. Pool, where they have since made their home. Mrs. Webster was an active member of the United Church, a faithful worker in the Women’s Association and for many years a member of the Women’s Institute. She was a good neighbour, who will be missed among a large circle of friends. Prayers were said at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Wheeler, and Mr. Wheeler, in Ayer’s Cliff, at 2 o'clock on Thursday afternoon, Feb. 16. The funeral service, under the direction of Mr. Cass, of Rock Island, was conducted by the pastor, Rev. W. A. Edwards, at 2:30 p. m., in the Hatley United Church. The bearers were Messrs. Leon Parker, Charles Whitcomb, Thomas Ride, Kenneth Little, Arthur McClay and Howard Ayer. Two favorite hymns, “Unto The Hills” and “Beautiful Isle Of Somewhere” were sung by the choir. A beautiful solo, “Nearer My Home,” was sung by Mrs. Delbert Vaughan, of Lennoxville. Words of comfort were spoken by the pastor, after which the flower laden casket was borne to its last resting place in the family lot in the adjoining cemetery. Among the large company, who came to pay their last respects to a valued friend, were those from Holland, Vt., Rock Island, Newport Vt., Barnston, Brown’s Hill, Coaticook, Ayer's Cliff, Massawippi, and various other places. Sympathy is extended to the bereaved family. (Sherbrooke Daily Record, Feb. 23, 1950, p. 14)

Philinda married 1, 2 Johnnie Smith Webster on 15 Mar 1892 in Hatley, Stanstead Co., PQ.

Sources

• [Descendants of Philpot John Sutton, Fourth Generation]