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Grave of Captain James Aylett of the British 20th Regiment Old Athol House Cemetery, Atholville
Buried in the Old Athol House Cemetery behind the pulp mill is Captain James Aylett of the 20th Regiment (Lancaster Fusiliers), a decorated veteran of the Crimean War and Indian Mutiny. Aylett was born in India, the son of a British soldier. As was the custom of the time, young James was sent to England for his education and upon completion his father bought him a commission in the British army. During his long service he was stationed with his Regiment in India, England, Ireland, Bermuda, Crimea, Nova Scotia and central Canada. Aylett met his Irish born wife, a Miss Torrent, while in England and married her while stationed in Bermuda. As noted on his grave marker, he saw action in the Crimean battles of Alma, Balaclava, Inkerman and Sebastopol, winning four clasps to his campaign medal and a Turkish decoration. In India, he saw action at the Battles of Chanda, Ameerpore, Sultanpore and Lucknow. Amazingly, throughout it all, he escaped unwounded. When it came time to retired, he opted to return to North America, where he bought 1,000 acres with valuable salmon fishing right on the Restigouche River, four miles from Matapedia. He also received a land grant at Tide Head where he took up farming. According to the 1881 census, Captain Aylett and his family were living in Campbellton. He died in 1882 at the age of 66.
12/6/2010 2:21:49 AM - 003075677151
My name is Ian Mair. Kathleen Bursey is my aunt Kay. Her brother Robert was my father. In July of 2009 I visited the Old Athol House Cemetery with cousins to visit my great grandfather's grave. I noted a grave that marked the loss of three young sisters - Eliza, Margaret and Matilda Baird - all in the space of only eight days. I am trying to find out how they died. One might suspect an epidemic, but I have been unable to find anything conclusive in my searching. I believe the father, James Baird (married to Elizabeth) was born in 1834 and died in 1908 at age 74. There is record of a Rev. James Baird, but I don't know if this is him. An Eliza Berry married a James Baird in January of 1820 and I suspect this was James' father and mother. There is also record of a James Baird Ltd. - Importers of dry goods and provisions. I don't know if this might be the man or related. Is there anyone who might have some history of what happened in late October, 1869? I can be contacted by email at MightyJohnCorp@Hotmail.com. Thank you for your time.
Sincerely,
Ian Mair
CBC Scottish Monument Interview
Remembering our Scottish roots
by: Maria Thompson
James Thompson, President of the Caledonian Society of Restigouche, is passionate about promoting Scottish culture in Northern New Brunswick. His most recent undertaking is to launch a fund-raising campaign to erect a monument in memory of the original Scottish settlers to the region.
In researching his ancestors Mr. Thompson has discovered that a large number of settlers arrived in the region as a result of the Arran Clearances of 1829-1840. This was an expulsion of Scottish farmers from the Isle of Arran in Scotland. The Duke of Hamilton merged their smaller farms to create larger units and displaced many families. They came to Canada in boatloads, the largest group of more than 400 landing in Dalhousie, NB to be pioneer settlers of the Restigouche- Bay Chaleur District.
Monuments marking the experiences of such displaced peoples have been erected elsewhere, such as in Megantic County, Quebec, and Lamlash on the Isle of Arran, Scotland (raised in 1977 with the help of the Caledonian Society of Restigouche). In 2007 a sculpture called The Emigrants was forged in Helmsdale, Sutherland, Scotland and duplicated in Winnigpeg, Manitoba in honour of similar Highland Clearances.
Mr. Thompson has contacted the Scottish foundry who cast the two Emigrant monuments, Black Isle Bronze, with the hopes of having a reproduction made to be erected in Campbellton. Anyone interested in supporting this venture is invited to contact James at (506) 789-1586 or email restigouchecaledoniansoc@live.ca
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Caledonian Society Of Restigouche Shirts
We are now taking orders for new Society shirts! the price is
$17.86. I have attached a copy of the revamped Society Crest! that will be embroidered on the Shirts.
the come in sizes ranging from Small to XXXL with the XXL-XXXL costing an extra $2.25
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Campbellton Pipe-band recruiting
We are looking for people who can play the Bagpipes,Snare drummers,Tenor Drummers, and a Bass Drummer. we would also like to have persons who are interested in learning to play these instruments
If you are interested please contact me at restigouchecaledoniansoc@live.ca
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Caledonian Society of Restigouche
The caledonian Society of Restigouche Came into existence in 1898 to help new Scottish immigrants settle in the Restigouche area.
Caledonian Society of Restigouche's Blog
Caledonian Society of Restigouche's Blog
Home of Restigouche Scots
Scottish Settlers monument Second proposal!
The Stone Cairn Traditional in many ways ,yet split in half. Facing east and west so the sun will be shining through all day long,leaving a shade of the outline of both halves of the cairn on the surrounding patio. …
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Campbellton Scottish monument CBC interview
http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/infomornfred_20110801_24851.mp3
Isle of Arran clearance Monument Raffle basket
Raffle ticket Two dollars each and Three for Five Dollars, draw to be held at annual St Andrews Night Dinner. Special Thanks to Rainnea Ltd http://rainnea.wordpress.com/, Wayne jewellery, Atlantic pewter and glass, and the Rusty star for putting it all …
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The Corries – hush hush song of the Clearances
Arren Clearence Monument
Remembering our Scottish roots by: Maria Thompson James Thompson, President of the Caledonian Society of Restigouche, is passionate about promoting Scottish culture in Northern New Brunswick. His most recent undertaking is to launch a fund-raising campaign to erect a monument …
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The caledonian society of Restigouche Newly reestablished Pipe band is looking for donations. Please donate! send your check or money order to Caledonian Society of Restigouche pipe band 37 Andrew Street , Campbellton , New Brunswick , E3N 2B3, Canada
Caledonian Society of Restigouche 1898 Minute book
Was given the First Minute book of the Caledonian Society last night, William Adams was the Society historian for years, it was his wife that called me last night and told me about the Box of Society belongings. The first page of the …
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Lost History
New’s flash Lost informashion has surfaced from the Caledonian Society of Restigouche. I will be picking up the First Minute’s book from 1898 and other Memorabilia tomorrow. Stay tuned!
Caledonian Society of Restigouche new Shirts
President of Caledonian Society of Restigouche and his son.
Cock-a-Leekie Soup
This traditional soup, with prunes included in the ingredients, is mentioned as early as the 16th century. It is often served at Burns Suppers or St Andrew’s Night Dinner (30 November) as well as an every-day soup in winter. Some …
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