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From Antigua, we have had an Account of General MATTHEWS's Arrival; and of his Death in 3 Weeks thereafter, to the inex- pressible Loss of the Island he came over to govern. (Tuesday, October 10, 1752.)
On the 31st past died, at George-Town, in the 19th Year of her Age, of a sore Throat, Mrs. Sarah, the Wife of Mr. Joseph Brown of that Place Merchant; and Daughter of William Pinck- ney, Esq; Deputy-Secretary: A young Lady of such valuable Accomplishments, that while her Neighbours and Acquaintance greatly lament their Loss, her Relations are almost inconsolable. (Monday, November 6, 1752.)
On Tuesday last died, after a lingering Indisposition, Mrs. Mary Dart, the Wife of John Dart, Esq; of this Town, Merchant: A Lady, that, for the many good Qualifications she possessed, was deservedly esteemed and is now universally lamented. (Monday, November 13, 1752.)
On Tuesday Morning the 21st Instant, died in the 78th Year of her Age, Mrs. Isabella Wright, Relict of the late Honourable Robert Wright, Esq; Chief Justice of this Province. (Monday, November 27, 1752.)
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On Friday last died, Mrs. Lois Matthewes, in the 73d Year of her Age, 70 of which she has lived in this Province. (Monday, December 11, 1752.)
Yesterday died, universally lamented, Mrs. Frances Elliott, the Wife of William Elliott, Esq, A Lady that was possessed, to an eminent degree, of those valuable qualifications that rendered her justly and universally beloved, particularly by the wise, the virtuous, and the indigent. (Monday, December 18, 1752.)
On Friday Evening died Mrs. Stone, the Wife of Mr. William Stone Merchant, of this Town. (Monday, January 29, 1753.) On Wednesday died Mr. Edmond Larken, Organist of St. Philip's Church in this Town. (Monday, February 5, 1753.)
On the 5th Instant died, universally lamented, the Rev. Mr. THOMAS MURRAY, Minister of the Gospel on John's-Islund: As his ministerial Talents, chearful Conversation, steady Friendship, and unaffected Piety, commanded the Respect, and engaged the Affections, of all that knew him, his Death is not only a partic- ular, but a public Loss. (Wednesday, August 15, 1753.)
From Winyah, we hear, that Mrs. Smith, the Wife of the Rev. Mr. Michael Smith, Rector of the Parish of Prince Frederick, died on the 16th ult. (Monday, August 27, 1753.)
Yesterday died, Sir Alexander Nisbett. (Monday, October 8, 1753.)
We hear from Georgia, that WILLIAM STEPHENS, Esq; lately died there, in the 83d Year of his Age (an Age to which few arrive in that Climate) who for many Years had made a con- siderable Figure in the polite World; had sat 26 Years in the British House of Commons, and, to his great Honor, in every Change, behaved with the greatest Steadiness and Truth to his Constituents. (Monday, October 22, 1753.)
On Thursday last died, at Dorchester, truly regretted by all that knew him, Doct. FREDERICK HOLZENDORF; a Man, whose Dili- gence and Care in his Vocation, as well as amiable Disposition, Behaviour and Character, had gain'd him the Esteem of every Individual: On Friday Evening he was decently interred, after the Manner of the Free Masons, many of whom attended the Funeral in Procession, during which Minute Guns were fired. He has left a disconsolate Widow, and a large Family of Children. (Tuesday, January 29, 1754.)
Last Wednesday Morning died, much lamented by all his Friends, Mr. Henry Peronneau, who after having acquired a very consid-
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erable Estate, retired from Business some Years since. (Tues- day, February 5, 1754.)
Last Sunday se'nnight died, aged 76 Years, Capt. John Watson; who had resided in this Province almost constantly from the Third Year of his Age, with an unblemished Character: But a few Days before his Death, as was his Custom every Morning, he walk'd from his House to Market, above half a Mile; and enjoyed all his Senses to a surprising Degree for a Man of his Age in Carolina. (Tuesday, March 5, 1754.)
Last Friday Evening died, universally lamented, Mrs. Anne D'Harriette (the Wife of Mr. Benjamin D'Harriette) ; who was a truly pious Christian, a most affectionate Wife, a tender Mother to the otherwise Motherless, a sincere Friend, and all that could render her respected. (Thursday, July 18, 1754.)
On Monday last died, of a Mortification, occasioned by the cut- ting of a Corn, the ingenious ALEXANDER GORDON, Esq; Clerk of His Majesty's Council in this Province1; which Office, we are informed, is now in the Hands of William Simpson, Esq. (Thursday, August 29, 1754.)
By Capt. Lawrence from New-York, we have an Account of the Death of Robert Austin, Esq; who went off for his Health, in the Shoreham Man of War. By his Death, the Place of Controller of the Country Duties for this Port, is become vacant (Thursday, September 26, 1754.)
On the 11th Instant died, after a lingering Indisposition, Mr. Benjamin Mathewes, of this Town, Merchant,-who was, a most affectionate Husband, tender Parent, good Master, and sincere Friend. (Thursday, December 19, 1754.)
On Thursday last died, much lamented, Mr. ALEXANDER LIVIE, of this Town, Merchant. (Thursday, March 27, 1755.)
On Monday last died, Miss Susannah Brewton, a young Lady whose Death is truly lamented by all that knew her, as she was possessed of all those Qualifications that could render her respect- able. (Thursday, September 11, 1755.)
Yesterday died, the Rev. Mr. Henry Heywood, a Baptist Preacher in this Town; who was esteemed one of the greatest Scholars in America. (Thursday, October 30, 1755.)
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Yesterday died, the Honourable Andrew Rutledge, Esq; a Gen- tleman eminent for his Qualifications in the Practice of the Law, a benevolent and good Man, and who has several Times been chosen Speaker of the House of Assembly of this Province, where he always discharged his Trust with Honour: Hence, it cannot be doubted, that he was universally esteemed, and is universally lamented. (Thursday, November 20, 1755.)
On Tuesday died suddenly, Mr. Benjamin d'Harriette, formerly an eminent Merchant of this Town, but had retired from Busi- ness some Years-knowing when he had enough. We hear, he has bequeathed a considerable Legacy to the SOUTH CARO- LINA SOCIETY. (Thursday, February 19, 1756.)
On Monday last died, of an apoplectic Fit, (as much regretted as he lived respected), Anthony Matthewes, Esq; a Native of this Province, aged 59 Years. (Thursday, August 26, 1756.) On the 29th ult. died, Mrs. Anne Dupont, aged 81 Years, of which she had lived 68 in this Province, free from any Manner of Sickness (except what attends Child-bearing) 'till within 3 or 4 Years past; and walk'd about, and dined with the Family, the Day before she died. (Thursday, September 9, 1756-Sup- plement.)
Last Sunday Morning died, in the 71st Year of his Age, the Rev. Mr. Alexander Garden, formerly Rector of this Parish, and on Wednesday Morning he was privately interred agreeable to his own Request. (Saturday, October 2, 1756.)
On Tuesday died Capt. William Thompson, Master of the Snow Elizabeth, which lately put in here, and was bound for Jamaica from the Bay of Honduras. (Thursday, December 2, 1756.) Last Sunday Night died, Mr. John Crockatt, formerly an emi- nent Merchant of this Town. (Friday, December 1, 1758.) Tuesday Morning died, WALTER IZARD, Esq; who was possessed of one of the most considerable Fortunes in this Province, and a Representative in the present Assembly for the Parish of St. George, Dorchester. (Friday, January 19, 1759.)
And on Sunday last died Mr. John Matthewes. (Saturday, May 19, 1759.)
On Tuesday Night died suddenly, Mr. Isaac Holmes sen. (com- monly called Isaac Holmes of Church-Street) remarkable for his uniform plainness and strict Honesty. (Saturday, August 11, 1759.)
Yesterday Morning died, in the 62d Year of his Age, Robert Brewton, Esq; Powder-Receiver of this Province; a Gentleman
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who was deservedly esteemed and is sincerely regretted. Mr. Jacob Motte, jun. is appointed to succeed him in his Office. (Sat- urday, August 18, 1759.)
On Tuesday last died, in the 47th Year of his Age, the Hon. PETER LEIGH, Esq; Chief-Justice of this Province, and Provin- cial Grand-Master of the FREE and ACCEPTED MASONS. His pub- lic and private Character was such, that his Death is a sensible Loss to the Community, and to all who had any Connexion or Acquaintance with him, and will be long lamented. (Saturday, August 25, 1759.)
We hear from Goose-Creek, that last Sunday se'nnight died there, much lamented, Mrs. Mary Taylor, the Wife of Peter Taylor, Esq; a faithful and affectionate Consort, a sincere and valuable Friend and Neighbour, an agreeable Companion, a charitable and truly pious Christian; in few Words, a most excellent Woman. (Saturday, December 22, 1759.)
On Thursday last died here, in the 79th Year of his Age, Mr. GEORGE DUCATT, who came into this Province a young Lad. (Saturday, February 2, 1760.)
On the 8th Instant died, Mr. Solomon Legare, sen. in the 87th Year of his Age, one of the oldest Settlers in this Province. He had been here 64 Years. And
On Tuesday last died at Winyah, the Hon. John Cleland, Esq; one of the Members of His Majesty's Hon. Council. (Saturday, May 24, 1760.)
On Tuesday last died, DANIEL CRAWFORD, Esq; one of the Five Representatives for this Town in the General Assembly. (Sat- urday, June 7, 1760.)
, On sunday last died, very much lamented, John Lining, Esq; a gentleman eminent for his application and experience in discov- ering the causes, nature and cure of the disorders incident to this province, where he had practiced physic upwards of twenty years; and who possessed all the good qualifications that could render his loss great, as a physician, husband, father, master, friend, neighbour, companion, &c. (Saturday, September 27, 1760.)
On friday the 24th ult. died, in the 85th year of his age, doct. Jacob Martin. (Saturday, November 1, 1760.)
The same day died, Morton Brailsford, Esq; controller of the country duties for the port of Charles-Town; to which office his honour the lieut. governor, the next day, appointed Mr. Samuel Prioleau. (Ibid.)
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By Capt. White, from London, we have a confirmation of the death of the honourable James Michie, Esq; one of the members of his majesty's council for this province, chief justice, judge of his majesty's court of vice-admiralty, &c. &c. (Saturday, Novem- ber 8, 1760.)
On tuesday died, the hon. Thomas Drayton, Esq; one of the members of his majesty's council for this province; whose death, with the lieutenant-governor's preferment, the deaths of Mr. Cleland and Mr. Michie, and the resignation of Mr. Saxby and Mr. Atkin, makes six vacancies in the council. (Saturday, November 15, 1760.)
On saturday last died, ensign Elrington, of capt. John Camp- bell's company, in his majesty's XXIId regiment. (Saturday, February 14, 1761.)
Last saturday died, universally regretted by his congregation and all that knew him, the rev. Mr. WILLIAM HUTSON, pastor of the Independent Meeting in this town. (Saturday, April 18, 1761.)
And on Thursday died, Mr. William Wilson, Merchant, late a Co-partner of Mr. Jennett. (Saturday, May 9, 1761.)
Last night died Childermas Croft, Esq; many years clerk of the commons house of assembly of this province, for which place few were better qualified. 'Tis thought he will be succeeded by Thomas Bromley, Esq; who was lately appointed and sworn in clerk-assistant to that honourable house. (Saturday, May 16, 1761.)
On sunday last died, at Savannah in Georgia, lieut. Lachlan Shaw, of one of his majesty's independent companies in this province. He was esteemed a brave officer, and had particularly distinguished himself against the Rebels in the battle of Cullo- den. (Saturday, May 30, 1761.)
On Tuesday last died, Master Jordan Roche, only Son and Heir of Jordan Roche, Esq; deceased. (Saturday, August 8, 1761.)
On Wenesday the 30 ult. died here Mr. William Lloyd, mer- chant: And last Wednesday, Mr. Edward Newman, likewise of this town, merchant. (Saturday, October 10, 1761.)
On Thursday the 8th instant died, at Mars Bluff in Craven county, the Hon. Edmond Atkin, Esq; his Majesty's superin- tendant of Indian affairs in the southern department of North- America. (Saturday, October 17, 1761.)
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On the 27th ult. died, at Savannah in Georgia, universally regretted, Mrs. Robinson, the wife of the hon. Pickering Robin- son, Esq; (Saturday, November 14, 1761.)
On Friday the 27th ult. died, Mrs. Mary Brewton, widow of the late Robert Brewton, Esq; (Saturday, December 5, 1761.)
On the 18th instant died, at Sophia-Hall, Mr. Andrew Fesch, merchant. (Saturday, January 9, 1762.)
On Monday last departed this life, the rev. Mr. Jonathan Copp, rector of St. John's parish in Colleton county, much regretted. (Saturday, January 9, 1762.)
In the Paragraph in our last which mentions Mr. Fesch's death, for instant, read ultimo. (Saturday, January 9, 1762.)
On Thursday night died, Mr. John Gordon, tavern-keeper; remarkable for his honesty and good-nature, and keeping the best house of publick entertainment in America. (Saturday, January 16, 1762.)
On Sunday last died, Capt. James Rodger, upwards of 20 years a commander in this trade, wherein he acquired a handsome fortune with a fair character. (Saturday, January 23, 1762.)
On Sunday last died, in the 67th year of age, Mr. Henry Bedon, a native of this province, and a hearty man till a little time before his death: A brother of this gentleman, aged 74 years, likewise a native of this province, died here about four years ago. These are proofs of the sanity of this country, and that people can live to a good old age as well as any where else. (Saturday, March 6, 1762.)
On Wednesday last died Mrs. Elizabeth Wooddrop, the wife of Mr. William Wooddrop. And,
On Friday, Mr. Thomas White, of Monck's Corner, merchant. (Monday, August 23, 1762-postscript to Saturday, August 21, 1762.)
On Wednesday last died capt. William Benson, commander of the Marlborough, of Liverpoole, lately arrived here from Africa. (Saturday, September 25, 1762.)
On Tuesday morning died, as much lamented at his death as respected while living, John McQueen, Esq; a very eminent merchant here. (Saturday, November 13, 1762.)
Last Friday died, most justly lamented, Mr. Job Milner, mer- chant, remarkable for his benevolence and strict adherence to the social duties. (Saturday, January 15, 1763.)
Yesterday died Capt. Samuel Liddal, master and owner of the
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ship Peggy of Skields, which arrived here the day before from Lisbon. (Saturday, April 23, 1763.)
The same day [the Sunday before] died, Miss Judith Fraser, sister to Alexander Fraser, Esq; (Saturday, May 7, 1763.)
On saturday last died, in the seventy-first year of her age, Mrs. Mary Blamyer, a native of this province. And,
On wednesday died, aged 72 (some say nearer 80) years, Alex- ander Stewart, Esq; who came over here in or about the year 1715, and has acted many years as a magistrate and register of his majesty's court of chancery. (Saturday, May 21, 1763.)
There is advice, from London, of the death of the following persons, viz.
Mrs. Abigail Watsone, the wife of Mr. John Watsone, formerly of this province, but now of London, merchant.
Mrs. Anne Gibbes, the wife of Mr. Robert Gibbes of John's Island, who went to England last year for her health.
Mrs. Balgay, sister to Thomas Wright, Esq; And,
Mrs. Mary Taylor (the wife of Mr. John Taylor) who kept the Pennsylvania, Carolina, and Georgia coffee-house in Birchin- Lane, London. (Ibid.)
On Tuesday night died, of the Small-pox, Miss Anne Matthewes, only daughter of the late Benj Matthewes, Esq. (Saturday, June 25, 1763.)
"Last Sunday died, much lamented by his Congregation and all that knew him, and in the 64th Year of his Age, the Rev. Mr. John-James Tissot, near 34 Years Pastor of the French Church in the Parish of St. Thomas & St. Dennis." (Saturday, July 9, 1763.)
Last thursday morning died, Mr. Thomas Batty, of this town, merchant, and only son of Mr. Batty at Leeds in Yorkshire. (Saturday, August 6, 1763.)
On sunday last died, at Winyah, Col. Daniel Horry. (Saturday, September 17, 1763.)
On the 17th ult. died in this town, Mr. Thomas Lining, cabinet- maker; on the 21st, Mr. John Thomson, merchant, copartner with Mr. James Hunter; and on the 24th, Mrs. Rebecca Guthrie. (Saturday, October 1, 1763.)
On the 6th instant, died at sea, in the 63d year of his age (on his return from Rhode-Island, whither he lately went for the recov- ery of his health) Ebenezer Simmons, sen. Esq. And
On the 11th. died, Mrs. Anne Roche, the wife of Mr. Francis
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Roche, and daughter of the said Mr. Simmons. (Saturday, Octo- ber 15, 1763.)
On the 13th also died, Mr. John Afline, of this town, merchant. (Ibid.)
The same evening [the Sunday before] died, in the 73d year of his age, Mr. Thomas Bolton, who came to this province with governor Nicholson in 1721. (Saturday, November 26, 1763.)
Last tuesday died, Mr. Archibald Johnston, one of the first, best, and most considerable Indico-makers, in this province. (Satur- day, December 17, 1763.)
This morning also died, Mr. Isaac Holmes, of this town, mer- chant, lately returned from England. (Ibid.)
Yesterday morning died, suddenly, at George-Town, Winyah, Mr. Andrew Johnston; brother to Archibald Johnston, Esq; who also died suddenly here the 13th ult. (Saturday, January 7, 1764.)
[June] 16th, Died, Mrs. Mary Mazyck, the wife of Isaac Mazyck, Esq; (Monday, October 8, 1764.)
[September] 6th, Died in St. John's parish, Berkley county, Major René Ravenell, aged 72 years; and about the same time, Mrs. Catharine Cordes, relict of the late Col. Thomas Cordes, aged 64; (Ibid.)
[September] 22d. Died Mrs. Martha Grimle, wife of Frederick Grimke, Esq; (Ibid.)
On Sunday last died, Alexander Broughton, Esq; (Monday, October 8, 1764.)
On Saturday night last died, Mr. JOHN BALL, an eminent planter, in St. John's Parish. (Monday, October 22, 1764.)
On the 23d ult. died at Stono, aged 77 years, Mrs. Mary Miles, born in America, and who had lives 57 years in this province. Her husband, Mr. Thomas Miles, a native of this province, died 5 years ago, in the 71st year of his age. The generation of this pair, was 9 children, 57 grand children, and 12 great-grand- children, in all 79; of which there now remain alive, 3 children, 23 grand-children, and 7 great-grand-children. (Monday, No- vember 5, 1764.)
This morning died, John Raven, Esq; formerly a member of the commons house of assembly of this province. (Monday, Decem- ber 3, 1764.)
On monday last died, Mr. Robert Mackewn, jun. And
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On tuesday, at his plantation on John's-Island, Col. John Gibbes, a native of this province, aged 59 years. (Monday, De- cember 24, 1764.)
Last Thursday night died, aged 87 years, Mr. GEORGE DAN- DRIDGE, who had lived near fifty years in this province.
And, "early on Friday morning also died, Mrs. MARY SMYTH, the wife of Mr. ROBERT SMYTH, merchant, a most amiable woman, in whom were conspicuous the ditiful and affectionate wife, the tender and indulgent mother, the kind mistress, the sincere and valuable friend, and the pious Christian. As her life was always calm and easy, and her disposition chearful, so she departed this life with the fortitude becoming a good Christian." . (Saturday, January 26, 1765.)
On Tuesday last died, Mr. Thomas Lamboll, only son of Thomas Lamboll, Esq. (Saturday, February 9, 1765.)
On Wednesday last died Mr. John Simmons, eldest son of the late Ebenezer Simmons, Esq.
The same died Mrs. Ruth Bedon, relict of the late Mr. Stephen Bedon, junior. (Saturday, March 9, 1765.)
The 27th ult. died of an apoplectick fit, at Augusta in Georgia, Mr. Nicholas Cashel, than whom perhaps few there ever were more regretted; for, though he was not without a fault, yet was he possessed of many virtues, such as, honour and honesty, a forgiving temper, and a heart full of tenderness to the dis- tressed, whom he always liberally relieved and assisted; he was also an affectionate husband, tender parent, and kind master. His remains were interred the 28th, with all the honours the place would admit. From the time of his decease to the inter- ment of his corpse, the flag at Mr. Macartan's fort was hoisted half staff, and minute guns were fired there, for an hour and a half, during the funeral procession. The pallbearers, &c. wore linnen scarfs and cambrick hatbands, agreeable to the laudable custom in Ireland on such occasions. (Supplement to Saturday, March 9, 1765.) .
Yesterday died in the 65th year of her age, Mrs. Anne Austin, the wife of George Austin, Esq; at present in England.
And last night also died, James Grindlay, Esq; attorney at law. (Saturday, June 8, 1765.)
Tuesday last died at. St. Augustine, the Honourable James Moultrie, Esq; Chief-Justice of East-Florida, and son to John Moultrie, sen, Esq; of this town.
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Last night died, Mrs. Martha Chalmers, the wife of Doctor Lionel Chalmers. (Saturday, August 10, 1765.)
Last Thursday morning died, after a short illness, much. regretted by his acquaintance, THOMAS BROMLEY, Esq; clerk assistant to the hon. commons house of assembly of this province; and the next day his remains were interred, without any funeral pomp, agreeable to his own request, on the plantation of Peter Manigault, Esq; at Goose-Creek, attended by a number of his particular friends. (Monday, August 26, 1765.)
Tuesday last died, at Goose-Creek, in the 65th year of his age, the last 40 of which he lived in this colony, Peter Taylor, Esq; a native of Ireland, formerly commissary-general, and a gentle- man universally beloved.
Wednesday died in the 85th year of her age, the last 50 of which she lived in this town, Mrs. Anne Milner, a native of Bermuda-one who, while she was able, delighted in doing good to the poor. (Saturday, October 5, 1765.)
Friday morning died, William Raven, Esq. (Saturday, Octo- ber 19, 1765.)
From East-Florida, we have an account of the deaths of Den- nis Rolle, Esq; member of parliament for Barnstaple, and Harry Lloyd, Esq. (Thursday, October 31, 1765.)
Yesterday died, much regretted, Miss Elizabeth Banbury. (Monday, July 14, 1766.) .
Tuesday last died much regretted, the facetious Capt. ROBERT BOYD, aged 44 years: He was second Captain of the Artillery Company, and buried with military honours. (Monday, July 21, 1766.)
The 20th past died suddenly, near Augusta, Lieut. Theodore Frederic Winter, of the Royal American regiment, who com- manded there 'till Mr. Keough was ordered thither.
About the same time died, at Strawberry, Shepard Eustace, master of the Brigt. Philadelphia-Packet, of Bristol.
Last Tuesday died here, after a very short illness, Richard Black, Esq; Collector of His Majesty's Customs at Beaufort in this province,-a gentleman who was deservedly much esteemed, and is now much regretted. ( Monday, August 11, 1766.)
Wednesday last died, Col. William Walter. (Monday, August 18, 1766.) .
On Tuesday died, Mr. Christopher Gadsden, jun. a very prom- ising youth, oldest son to Christopher Gadsden, E'sq. (Monday, August 25, 1766.)
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Tuesday last died suddenly, Mr. Thomas Lloyd (of Georgia) merchant. (Monday, September 8, 1766.)
Yesterday morning died after a lingering indisposition, John Denton, Esq; one of the searchers of his Majesty's customs of this port. (Monday, September 15, 1766.)
Yesterday died, much regretted by every one who knew him, Mr. George Blaikie, Cooper, lately returned from Britain, whither he went for the Recovery of his Health. (Monday, January 2, 1775.)
LAST Monday died, in Childbed, Mrs. Elizabeth Shepheard, the Wife of Mr. Charles Shepheard, Merchant, and only Daughter of Mr. Thomas Ratcliffe. (Monday, February 13, 1775.) On Wednesday last died Mrs. Penelope Brown, Sister to the Hon. Rawlins Lowndes, Speaker of the present Hon. Commons House of Assembly of this Province, who lately arrived here on a Visit to her Brother.
The same Day died, Miss Sally Burrows, youngest Daughter of William Burrows, Esq; Master in Chancery; and this Morn- ing, Mrs. Mary Burrows, the Wife of the said Mr. Burrows. (Monday, February 13, 1775.)
Last Thursday died, supposed to be upwards of 80 Years of Age, Mr. James McAlpine, formerly esteemed an eminent Teacher of Music here. It is said he arrived in this Colony at the age of 19 Years. (Monday, February 20, 1775.)
On Saturday Evening died, much lamented by all that were acquainted with her, Mrs. Providence Prioleau, the Wife of Samuel Prioleau, Esq; a great Part of whose Life was spent in Acts of Beneficence to the Poor, and in affording Assistance and Relief to the Sick of all Sorts. (Monday, February 20, 1775.) "On Wednesday died, in the 31st Year of her Age, Mrs. Eliza- beth Macpherson, the amiable Consort of Isaac Macpherson, Esq .- justly lamented by all who had the Pleasure of her Acquaintance-as she was, a devout Christian, an affectionate Wife, a tender Parent, a sincere Friend, and always ready to relieve the Wretched and Indigent." (Monday, March 27, 1775.) On Sunday last, as Charles Beck, a Servant to Mr. Kalteisen, of this Town, was attempting to ride thro' Ashley-River, at the Ferry, he was unfortunately drown'd; the Horse gained the opposite Shore. (Tuesday, September 26, 1775.)
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