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Theophilus Clarke¹

M, #112490

Pedigree

Last Edited

3 Jun 2020

Marriage*

Theophilus Clarke married Millicent.¹

Child of Theophilus Clarke and Millicent

Johnston Cyrenius Clarke+¹ b. Jul 1885

Citations

[S15268] Margaret Marchbank & Johnston Cyrenius Clarke, (1910), Marriage Record, Nova Scotia Historical Vital Statistics Book 1811, Page 139, Entry #183.

Theresa Clarke¹

F, #74692

Pedigree

Charts

Descendants of William Dyer & Mary Barrett

Last Edited

10 Apr 2011

Marriage*

Theresa Clarke married Bowdoin Dyer, son of Charles Dyer , Col. and Mary Hazard.²

Family: Theresa Clarke and Bowdoin Dyer

Citations

[S1348] William Allan Dyer, By the Name of Dyer, A Genealogical Record, 1940), 129A. Hereinafter cited as By the Name of Dyer.
[S1348] William Allan Dyer, By the Name of Dyer, A Genealogical Record, 1940), 129-A. Hereinafter cited as By the Name of Dyer.

Thomas Clarke¹

M, #93574, b. 1 November 1570, d. 29 July 1627

Pedigree

Father

John Clarke¹ b. 11 Feb 1541, d. 4 Apr 1598

Mother

Catherine Cooke¹ d. 27 Mar 1598

Last Edited

5 Mar 2011

Birth*

Thomas Clarke was born on 1 November 1570 in Westhorpe, Suffolk, England

.¹

He was the son of John Clarke and Catherine Cooke.¹

Baptism

Thomas Clarke was baptized on 3 November 1570.¹

Marriage*

He married Rose Herrige.¹

Death*

Thomas Clarke died on 29 July 1627, at age 56.¹

Burial*

He was buried on 30 July 1627.¹

Child of Thomas Clarke and Rose Herrige

Joseph Clarke+¹ b. 9 Dec 1618, d. 1 Jun 1694

Citations

[S2110] George Austin Morrison Jr., "The Clarke Families of Rhode Island", The Clarke Families of Rhode Island Transcribed by James Herring in 2003 (1902). Hereinafter cited as "The Clarke Families of Rhode Island."

Thurston Clarke¹

M, #94099

Pedigree

Relationship

9th great-grandfather of David Arthur Walker

Charts

Ancestors of David Arthur Walker

Last Edited

3 Feb 2017

Marriage*

Thurston Clarke married Faith.¹

Immigration*

Thurston Clarke immigrated to New England

on 30 April 1634.²

Child of Thurston Clarke and Faith

Faith Clarke+¹ b. c 1619, d. 21 Dec 1675

Citations

[S2259] Mayflower Families Through Five Generations, Vol. 11, Part 3, The Descendants of Edward Doty, Peter B. Hill, compiler, (Plymouth, Massachusetts: General Society of Mayflower Descendants, 2000). Hereinafter cited as Mayflower Families Through Five Generations, Vol. 11, Part 3.
[S11573] Compiled by Peter B. Hill, Mayflower Families Through Five Generations. Description of the Pilgrims, 1620, Vol. 11, Part 1The Descendants of Edward Doty, Volume 11, Part 1 (Plymouth, Massachusetts: General Society of Mayflower Descendants, 1996), Page 2. Hereinafter cited as Mayflower Families Through Five Generations, Vol 11, Doty.

Owen Clarkin¹

M, #44368, b. circa 1845

Pedigree

Last Edited

18 Jul 2016

Note*

NAME: - 1891 Census, Westmorland Co, Sackville P (202-1) BP: WIF: OCC:Farmer LIVED:(1891) Sackville P age 45; parents b. Ireland; Ch of England
45 in 1891 census.¹

Birth*

Owen Clarkin was born circa 1845 in Prince Edward Island

.^2,1

(Groom) Marriage*

He married Olivia Robinson on 12 November 1885 in Westmorland County, New Brunswick

.¹

Census*

Owen Clarkin appeared on the census of 1891 in Sackville Parish, Westmorland County, New Brunswick

.^2,1

Occupation*

He was farmer in 1891.^2,1

Family: Owen Clarkin and Olivia Robinson

Citations

[S373] Correspondence with Gary Leighton Townshend, (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker).
[S852] From Microfilm, PARO, Public Archives and Records Office of Prince Edward Island, Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada; Ken Kanner, V.2, Sackville Parish, p.642 (p.202-1 in census), QUAY 2.

Leila Irene Clarkson

F, #16284, b. 5 September 1906

Pedigree

Father

Lorne Clarkson

Mother

Cora Apperly

Last Edited

16 Apr 2001

Birth*

Leila Irene Clarkson was born on 5 September 1906 in Brandon, Manitoba, Canada

.

She was the daughter of Lorne Clarkson and Cora Apperly.

Marriage*

Leila Irene Clarkson married Jesse Harold Barwise, son of Joseph Peter Barwise and Jane Tompkins Schurman, on 18 December 1940, in Didsbury, Alberta, Canada

.

Family: Leila Irene Clarkson and Jesse Harold Barwise

Lorne Clarkson

M, #21339

Pedigree

Last Edited

16 Apr 2001

Child of Lorne Clarkson and Cora Apperly

Leila Irene Clarkson+ b. 5 Sep 1906

Barney Class¹

M, #85911, b. September 1824

Pedigree

Father

Lewis Class¹ b. c 1790

Mother

Patience Cory¹ b. Feb 1793

Relationship

4th cousin 5 times removed of David Arthur Walker

Charts

Descendants of John Cory & Agnis Wauker

Last Edited

28 Mar 2003

Birth*

Barney Class was born in September 1824 in Marion, Wayne County, New York

.¹

He was the son of Lewis Class and Patience Cory.¹

Citations

[S2043] Cory Family Society. This site contains genealogies of several early Corey/Cory families., online http://www.coryfamsoc.com. Hereinafter cited as Cory Family Society.

Lewis Class¹

M, #85910, b. circa 1790

Pedigree

Charts

Descendants of John Cory & Agnis Wauker

Last Edited

5 Mar 2011

Birth*

Lewis Class was born circa 1790.¹

Marriage*

He married Patience Cory, daughter of Thomas Cory and Martha.¹

Children of Lewis Class and Patience Cory

Barney Class¹ b. Sep 1824
Martha Class+¹ b. Oct 1825, d. c 1902
Phoebe Class¹ b. Oct 1827

Citations

[S2043] Cory Family Society. This site contains genealogies of several early Corey/Cory families., online http://www.coryfamsoc.com. Hereinafter cited as Cory Family Society.

Martha Class¹

F, #85912, b. October 1825, d. circa 1902

Pedigree

Father

Lewis Class¹ b. c 1790

Mother

Patience Cory¹ b. Feb 1793

Relationship

4th cousin 5 times removed of David Arthur Walker

Charts

Descendants of John Cory & Agnis Wauker

Last Edited

5 Mar 2011

Birth*

Martha Class was born in October 1825 in Marion, Wayne County, New York

.¹

She was the daughter of Lewis Class and Patience Cory.¹

Marriage*

Martha Class married Milo L Pepper.¹

Marriage*

Martha Class married George B Hill.¹

Marriage*

Martha Class married Daniel Murdoff.¹

Death*

Martha Class died circa 1902.¹

Children of Martha Class and Milo L Pepper

Mary Jane Pepper¹ b. Sep 1848
Lafayette Pepper¹ b. Oct 1850, d. c 1890

Child of Martha Class and George B Hill

Georgianna Hill¹ b. Jul 1862

Family: Martha Class and Daniel Murdoff

Citations

[S2043] Cory Family Society. This site contains genealogies of several early Corey/Cory families., online http://www.coryfamsoc.com. Hereinafter cited as Cory Family Society.

Phoebe Class¹

F, #85913, b. October 1827

Pedigree

Father

Lewis Class¹ b. c 1790

Mother

Patience Cory¹ b. Feb 1793

Relationship

4th cousin 5 times removed of David Arthur Walker

Charts

Descendants of John Cory & Agnis Wauker

Last Edited

28 Mar 2003

Birth*

Phoebe Class was born in October 1827 in Marion, Wayne County, New York

.¹

She was the daughter of Lewis Class and Patience Cory.¹

Citations

[S2043] Cory Family Society. This site contains genealogies of several early Corey/Cory families., online http://www.coryfamsoc.com. Hereinafter cited as Cory Family Society.

? Clay

M, #13378

Pedigree

Last Edited

16 Apr 2001

Adam Nathan Clay¹

M, #96440, b. 1825, d. 4 September 1884

Pedigree

Father

John Clay Sr.¹ b. c 1795, d. 12 Aug 1831

Mother

Mary Glover¹ b. 1806, d. 10 May 1869

Relationship

2nd cousin 2 times removed of David Arthur Walker

Charts

Descendants of David Walker & Margaret Hetherington

Last Edited

7 Jun 2021

Name-Com

Adam Nathan Clay is commonly known as Nathan Clay. This was the only given name recorded on his baptismal record.²

Birth*

He was born in 1825 in Bedeque, Prince County, Prince Edward Island

.¹

He was the son of John Clay Sr. and Mary Glover.¹

Baptism

Adam Nathan Clay was baptized on 24 April 1825 in Presbyterian Church, Richmond Parish, Prince County, Prince Edward Island

; the officiating clergyman was Rev. McGregor.²

Name-Comalso

He is also commonly known as Adam Clay.³

Census*

He appeared on the census of 1851 in Rodick St., Much Woolton, Lancashire, England

. Adam was single, a labourer, a lodger in the household of Jona Shaw Buchill, his wife and 4 children.⁴

Marriage*

He married Catherine Carruthers, daughter of James Carruthers, on 17 July 1851, in St. John's Church, Liverpool Parish, Lancashire, England

.⁵

AltMarrDate

An alternate marriage date is on 19 July 1851 in St. John's Church, Liverpool Parish, Lancashire, England

. Adam was 26 years old, a bachelor, labourer and living in Sr Thomas' Buildings. His father was a millwright. Catherine was 28 years old and a spinster. Her father was a grocer.⁶

(Witness) Marriage

Adam Nathan Clay witnessed the marriage of James Ira Green and Mary Keough on 23 February 1867 in Bedeque, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada

; They were married by license. Witnesses were Adam Clay and Owen Green. The marriage was recorded 24 February 1868. James was a bachelor living in Bedeque, Mary was also living in Bedeque.^3,7

Census HeadHousehold*

Adam Nathan Clay was head of the household in the census of 30 June 1870 in East Boston, Suffolk County, Massachusetts, U.S.A.

. Enumerated in the household of Adam Clay (age 45) were his wife, Catherine Carruthers (age 51) and their daughter Mary (age 15).⁸

Death*

He died on 4 September 1884, in Boston, Suffolk County, Massachusetts, U.S.A.

; "At his residence East Boston, on the 4th inst., Adam Clay in the 60th year of his age. Deceased was a native of Lot 19, P.E.I. and was the only surviving brother of John Clay Esq., of this town."^9,10 [The Pioneer Sep 9, 1884; Summerside Journal Sep 11, 1884]

Child of Adam Nathan Clay and Catherine Carruthers

Mary Jane Clay¹¹ b. 29 May 1855, d. 29 Mar 1876

Citations

[S3309] Tom Brown, ancestral report, 22 September 2008.
[S3778] Baptismal Index, PARO, Charlottetown, P.E.I. - Baptismal Record - Adam Nathan Clay, Presbyterian Church , Richmond Parish, Prince Edward Island.. Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Index, PARO, Charlottetown, P.E.I. - Baptismal Record - Adam Nathan Clay.
[S11290] James Ira Green & Mary Keough, (23 February 1867), Prince Edward Island Marriage Registers, 1832-1888, Public Archives & Records Office, Charlottetown FHL microfilm 1,630,093, GS Film Number 001630093, Digital Folder Number 004594919, Image Number 00470. Hereinafter cited as Marriage Registers.
[S13965] 1851 Census, England and Wales, household of Jona Shaw Buchill, transcription, Household ID: 301071; Line # 8; Digital Folder Number 101795983; Image Number 283. Church of Latter Day Saints, www.familysearch.org, Salt Lake City, Utah, U.S.A..
[S13960] Adam Clay & Catherine Carruthers, (17 July 1851), Marriage Record, England, Select Marriages, 1538-1973 FHL Film Number 1656198, Reference ID p85-171. Hereinafter cited as Marriage Record.
[S13966] Adam Clay & Catherine Carruthers, (19 July 1851), Marriage Record, Liverpool, England, Church of England Marriage Banns, 1754-1932 Reference Number 283 JOH/3/10. Hereinafter cited as Marriage Record.
[S15003] James Ira Green and Mary Keough, (23 February 1867), Marriage Record, Public Archives & Records Office, Charlottetown RG19/s3/ss5: Marriage Bonds, 1867. Hereinafter cited as Marriage Record.
[S13958] 1870 U.S. Census Records, East Boston, Suffolk County, Massachusetts, household of Adam Clay, 30 June 1870, digital copy of original document, Family History Library Film 552139. NARA Roll M593_640. Ancestry (Canada), http://www.ancestry.ca
[S13959] Death Record, Adam Clay entry. Massachusetts, Town and Vital Records, 1620-1988.Ancestry (Canada), http://www.ancestry.ca. Hereinafter cited as Death Record.
[S14639] Century of Immigration, Marriage and Death Records from Prince Edward Island Newspapers, 1780-1900, compiled by Leland Currie 2019, PDF file on CD , Century of Immigration, Marriage and Death Records, CD, compiled by Leland Currie, 2019. Hereinafter cited as Century of Immigration, Marriage and Death Records.
[S2541] Correspondence with M.C. Adair. . (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker).

Alexander Anderson Clay¹

M, #95627, b. 22 January 1857, d. 7 June 1858

Pedigree

Father

John Clay Jr.¹ b. 1829, d. 22 Nov 1900

Mother

Jane Townsend Cousins¹ b. 1832, d. 8 Sep 1899

Relationship

3rd cousin 1 time removed of David Arthur Walker

Charts

Descendants of John Townsend & Catherine Abel
Descendants of David Walker & Margaret Hetherington

Last Edited

4 May 2020

Birth*

Alexander Anderson Clay was born on 22 January 1857 in North Bedeque, Prince County, Prince Edward Island

.¹

He was the son of John Clay Jr. and Jane Townsend Cousins.¹

Death*

Alexander Anderson Clay died on 7 June 1858, at age 1 year, 4 months and 16 days, in North Bedeque, Prince County, Prince Edward Island

.¹

Burial*

He was buried in the Presbyterian Cemetery, North Bedeque, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, 46.36196,-63.72568

. Mottled white marble ballast stone.
Inscription: In memory of / Alexander A. / son of John & Jane / Clay / died June 7, 1858, / aged 1 yr. 5 ms. / (script below ground.)²

Tombstone, Alexander Anderson Clay (1857-1858), North Bedeque Cemetery, North Bedeque, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.

Citations

[S2540] Descendants of William Glover, M. C. Adair, Extracted from computer files.
[S2635] Cemetery marker, North Bedeque Cemetery. Alexander Anderson Clay, tombstone inscription & photograph; documented by David A. Walker, 27 July 2006.

Alexander Anderson Clay¹

M, #95628, b. 8 November 1858, d. 7 February 1925

Pedigree

Grace Lydia Reid (1861-1953) and Alexander Anderson Clay (1858-1925). Photo courtesy of Marilyn (Clay) Adair.

Photograph by Picasa

Father

John Clay Jr.¹ b. 1829, d. 22 Nov 1900

Mother

Jane Townsend Cousins¹ b. 1832, d. 8 Sep 1899

Relationship

3rd cousin 1 time removed of David Arthur Walker

Charts

Descendants of John Townsend & Catherine Abel
Descendants of David Walker & Margaret Hetherington

Last Edited

4 Mar 2021

Name-Com

Alexander Anderson Clay is commonly known as Alexander Clay.²

Birth*

He was born on 8 November 1858 in Lot 26, Bedeque, Prince County, Prince Edward Island

.¹

He was the son of John Clay Jr. and Jane Townsend Cousins.¹

Baptism

Alexander Anderson Clay was baptized in 1859 in the Presbyterian Church, North Bedeque, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, 46.36518,-63.72410

.³

(Witness) Marriage

He witnessed the marriage of Ellen Charlotte Clay and Capt. James H. Walsh on 26 May 1880 in Prince Edward Island, Canada

; they were married by license. James was a bachelor, Ellen a spinster. Witnesses were her brother Alexander Clay & Minnie Walsh.^4,5

Immigration*

Alexander Anderson Clay immigrated to New York, U.S.A.

, in October 1880. Alexander was a clerk at F.W. Strong's store. Due to difficult economic times he and several other men left for the States. He was to return the next year.⁶

(Son) Census HeadHousehold

He was enumerated on the census of 1881 in the household of John Clay Jr., as a son, in Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada

. Enumerated in the household with John (age 52) were his wife Jane (age 48), children Alexander (age 22), Fulton (age 19), William (age 17), Elizabeth (age 14), Mary (age 10) and Caroline (age 6). John was a land surveyor, Alexander a store clerk, Fulton a school teacher. There was also a lodger, Alexander Anderson (age 86), occupation listed as land surveyor. The family religion was Presbyterian.⁷

Marriage*

Alexander Anderson Clay married Grace Lydia Reid, daughter of Andrew Reid and Anne Howatt, on 8 June 1887, in the residence of the bride's father, North Tryon, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada

.⁸

Census HeadHousehold*

Alexander Clay was head of the household in the census of 7 April 1891 in Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada

. Enumerated in the household of Alexander Clay (age 32) were his wife, Grace Reid (age 28) and their daughter Vera (age 2). Alexander was a dry goods salesman. The family religion was Presbyterian.²

Living*

He was living in New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia, Canada

, in 1896. He worked in dry goods.⁹

Census HeadHousehold

He was head of the household in the census of April 1901 in New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia, Canada

. Enumerated in the household of Alexander Clay (age 42) were his wife, Grace Reid (age 39), their children, Vera (age 12), Hazel (age 9), Merrill (age 4) and Harvey (age 2). Alexander was a commercial traveler. The family religion was Presbyterian.¹⁰

Census HeadHousehold

He was head of the household in the census of 1911 in New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia, Canada

. Enumerated in the household of Alexander Clay (age 52) were his wife, Grace Reid (age 50), their children, Hazel (age 19), Merrill (age 14), Harvey (age 12) and Gwendolyn (age 8). Alexander was a commercial traveler. The family religion was Methodist.¹¹

Census HeadHousehold

He was head of the household in the census of 1921 in New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia, Canada

. Enumerated in the household of Alexander Clay (age 62) were his wife, Grace Reid (age 59), their children, Merrill (age 24) and Gwendolyn (age 18). The family religion was Presbyterian.¹²

Death*

He died on 7 February 1925, at age 66, at home, Almonte Ave., New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia, Canada

.
Obituary: "Death Calls Respected New Glasgow Citizen
A.A. Clay, Former Merchant, Passes Away
Following Long Illness
On Saturday death called one of New Glasgow's best known citizens when Mr. Alexander A. Clay received the final call.
"He was in poor health for many years suffering from pernicious anemia and although at times seemed to make improvement, yet suffered much and death brought a merciful release from pain.
There was perhaps no man better known in the community than Mr. Clay. He was born in Bedeque, Prince Edward Island, in 1858, and came to New Glasgow in 1899. He conducted a grocery store for many years on the stand now occupied by ex-Mayor George White, and there he did a large business. He was known for his honesty and integrity, and had the respect and esteem of the citizens.
"Some ten years ago he was in the Customs service, but for the last five years had been quite ill and unable to attend the duties of his office.
"Those who knew the late Mr. Clay best were most appreciative of his many fine qualities, and the community generally sincerely mourns his passing.
A member of the First Presbyterian Church, he was very much interested in the work of the congregation. Mr. Clay had been in church not very long ago, and while it was known that he was quite ill, news of his passing at his home, Almonte Ave., came as a shock to a wide circle of friends.
"He is survived by his wife, formerly Miss Grace Reid of Summerside, P.E.I., and two daughters, Mrs. R.S. Topper, and Miss Gwendolyn Clay of Hartford, Conn., and two sons, Dr. M.A. Clay of Mulgrave, and Harvey R. Clay, at present in Hartford, Conn. Mrs. Topper is expected to be home for the funeral. Dr. Clay is at present in New Glasgow.
"Four sisters and two brothers also survive. The sisters are Mrs. (Capt.) J.H. Walsh of Halifax, Mrs. D.M. Johnston of Long River, P.E.I., Mrs. W. Beairsto and Miss Bessie Clay, R.N. of Calgary, Alberta. The brothers are Fulton J. Clay of Spokane, Washington and Rev. W.L. Clay, D.D. of Victoria, B.C.
"The funeral will take place Tuesday afternoon from his late home."^13,1,14 [Evening News, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, published Monday, 9 Feb. 1925. Transcription by M.C. Adair.]

Burial*

He was buried on 10 February 1925 in Riverside Cemetery, New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia, Canada

.¹⁴

Children of Alexander Anderson Clay and Grace Lydia Reid

Vera Blanche Clay¹⁴ b. 23 Aug 1888, d. 8 Jun 1910
Ruth Clay¹⁴ b. 12 Jul 1890, d. 3 Nov 1890
Hazel Jean Clay¹⁴ b. 13 Mar 1892, d. 17 Feb 1975
Leslie Clay¹⁴ b. 25 Apr 1894, d. 28 Apr 1894
Merrill Allan Clay¹ b. 1 Aug 1896, d. 26 Jul 1969
Harvey Reid Clay+¹⁴ b. 14 Feb 1899, d. 12 Jun 1961
Gwendolyn Howatt Clay¹⁵ b. 5 Aug 1902, d. 14 Jan 1985

Citations

[S2540] Descendants of William Glover, M. C. Adair, Extracted from computer files.
[S13902] 1891 Canada Census, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household #21 of Alex A. Clay, 7 April 1891, digital copy of original document, Library & Archives Canada, Ottawa; Census Place: Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island; Microfilm reel T-6382, Page 5. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
[S3772] Baptismal Record, digital copy of original record, Alexander Anderson Clay, North Bedeque United Church Records , Prince Edward Island, Record Book 1, Page 22.. Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Record.
[S13943] Marriage Registration, James H. Walsh & Ellen C. Clay, , 26 May 1880, North Bedeque United Church Records, North Bedeque, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Prince Edward Island Marriage Registers, 1832-1888; FHL microfilm 1630095, Digital Folder Number 4146270, Image Number 170.
[S3771] Cemetery Marker, Peoples Cemetery, Summerside. Jane Townsend Cousins & John Clay, tombstone inscription & photograph; documented by David A. Walker, 22 August 2009.
[S14752] Robert Allan Rankin, Down at the Shore - A History of Summerside, Prince Edward Island (1752-1945) (Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada: Prince Edward Island Heritage Foundation, 1980), page 126. Hereinafter cited as Down at the Shore.
[S6917] 1881 Canada Census, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household #207 of John Clay, digital copy of original microfilm document, LAC Roll C-13162, page 47. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
[S14639] Century of Immigration, Marriage and Death Records from Prince Edward Island Newspapers, 1780-1900, compiled by Leland Currie 2019, PDF file on CD , The Pioneer June 14, 1887; Summerside Journal June 16, 1887, Century of Immigration, Marriage and Death Records, CD, compiled by Leland Currie, 2019. Hereinafter cited as Century of Immigration, Marriage and Death Records.
[S14754] 1600s-1900s Canadian Genealogy Index, International Genealogical Index (IGI) (Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada: Library & Archives Canada, McAlpine's Nova Scotia Directory for 1896, Pictou County; McAlpine's Publishing Company, Halifax; page 1364).
[S13903] 1901 Canada Census, New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia, household #66 of Alex. A. Clay, April 1901, digital copy of original document, Library & Archives Canada, Ottawa; Census Place: Lot 28, New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia; Microfilm reels T-6428 to T-6556; Page 8. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
[S13904] 1911 Canada Census, New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia, household #194 of Alexander A. Clay, digital copy of original document, Library & Archives Canada, Ottawa; Census Place: New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia; Microfilm reel 2417688, Digital Folder Number 7526743, Image Number 700, Page 11. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
[S13905] 1921 Canada Census, New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia, household #111 of Alexander A. Clay, digital copy of original document, Library & Archives Canada, Ottawa; Census Place: New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia; Reference Number RG 31; Folder Number 47, Page Number 11. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
[S14758] Death Calls Respected New Glasgow Citizen, Evening News, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, published 9 February 1925. Hereinafter cited as Evening News.
[S13901] Compiled by M.C. Adair, "Family Group Sheet for Alexander Anderson Clay". Hereinafter cited as "Family Group Sheet."
[S2541] Correspondence with M.C. Adair. . (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker).

Caroline MacKay Clay¹

F, #96957, b. 21 March 1875, d. 19 April 1955

Pedigree

Father

John Clay Jr.¹ b. 1829, d. 22 Nov 1900

Mother

Jane Townsend Cousins¹ b. 1832, d. 8 Sep 1899

Relationship

3rd cousin 1 time removed of David Arthur Walker

Charts

Descendants of John Townsend & Catherine Abel
Descendants of David Walker & Margaret Hetherington (#1)
Descendants of David Walker & Margaret Hetherington (#2)

Last Edited

3 Mar 2021

Birth*

Caroline MacKay Clay was born on 21 March 1875 in Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada

.¹

She was the daughter of John Clay Jr. and Jane Townsend Cousins.¹

(Daughter) Census HeadHousehold

Caroline MacKay Clay was enumerated on the census of 1881 in the household of John Clay Jr., as a daughter, in Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada

. Enumerated in the household with John (age 52) were his wife Jane (age 48), children Alexander (age 22), Fulton (age 19), William (age 17), Elizabeth (age 14), Mary (age 10) and Caroline (age 6). John was a land surveyor, Alexander a store clerk, Fulton a school teacher. There was also a lodger, Alexander Anderson (age 86), occupation listed as land surveyor. The family religion was Presbyterian.²

Name-Com

Caroline MacKay Clay is commonly known as Caroline Clay, in 1881.²

Name-Com

She is commonly known as Carrie Clay, in 1891.^3,4

(Daughter) Census HeadHousehold

She was enumerated on the census of 15 April 1891 in the household of John Clay Jr., as a daughter, in Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada

. Enumerated in the household with John (age 62) were his wife Jane (age 58), children Bessie/Elizabeth (age 20), Nettie/Mary Elisa Anetta (age 18) and Carrie/Caroline (age 16). John was a Deputy Sheriff, Nettie a Music Teacher. The family religion was Presbyterian. Jane's brother, John Cousins (age 63) was also living in the household, as well as three unrelated lodgers.³

Marriage*

Caroline MacKay Clay married William Scott Beairsto, son of George Aitken Beairsto and Mary Eliza Walker, on 9 October 1901, in the home of A.A. Clay, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, Canada

.¹

(Wife) Census HeadHousehold

Caroline Clay was enumerated on the census of 9 June 1911 in the household of William Scott Beairsto, as his wife, in Spring St., Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada

. Enumerated in the household of William Beairsto (age 37) were his wife, Caroline Clay (age 36), their daughter Mary (age 8) and Caroline's sister Elizabeth (age 42). William worked in a general store. The family religion was Presbyterian.⁵

Census HeadHousehold*

Carrie Clay was head of the household in the census of 1921 in 1409 5th St. West, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

. Enumerated in the household of Carrie Clay (age 46), now widowed, was her daughter Mary (age 18) and two lodgers. Carrie was a stenographer.⁶

Death*

She died on 19 April 1955, at age 80, in Calgary, Alberta, Canada

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Children of Caroline MacKay Clay and William Scott Beairsto

Mary Clay Beairsto¹ b. May 1903, d. May 1928
Otto Scott Beairsto¹ b. 23 Sep 1906, d. 9 May 1910

Citations

[S3788] Karin Allan & Dave Hunter, online http://www.islandregister.com/beairsto.html. (The Island Register web site).
[S6917] 1881 Canada Census, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household #207 of John Clay, digital copy of original microfilm document, LAC Roll C-13162, page 47. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
[S6918] 1891 Canada Census, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household #94 of John Clay, 15 April, 1891, digital copy of original microfilm document, LAC Roll T-6382, page 23. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
[S3789] Baptismal Index, PARO, Charlottetown, P.E.I. - Baptismal Record - Otto Scott Beairsto, Presbyterian Church , Summerside, Prince Edward Island, Record Book 1, Page 158-159.. Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Index, PARO, Charlottetown, P.E.I. - Baptismal Record - Otto Scott Beairsto.
[S13916] 1911 Canada Census, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household #79 of W.S. Beairsto, 9 June 1911, digital copy of original document, LAC Microfilm reels T-20326 to T-20460, Page 8. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
[S13917] 1921 Canada Census, Calgary West, Alberta, household #12 of Mrs. Carrie Beairsto, digital copy of original microfilm document, Library & Archives Canada, Ottawa; Reference Number RG 31; Folder Number 4; Page 12. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.

Catherine Clay¹

F, #96119, b. 1827, d. circa 1860

Pedigree

Father

John Clay Sr.¹ b. c 1795, d. 12 Aug 1831

Mother

Mary Glover¹ b. 1806, d. 10 May 1869

Relationship

2nd cousin 2 times removed of David Arthur Walker

Charts

Descendants of David Walker & Margaret Hetherington

Last Edited

6 Apr 2020

Birth*

Catherine Clay was born in 1827 in Bedeque, Prince County, Prince Edward Island

.²

She was the daughter of John Clay Sr. and Mary Glover.¹

Baptism

Catherine Clay was baptized on 8 July 1827 in the Presbyterian Church, North Bedeque, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, 46.36518,-63.72410

.¹

Marriage*

She married James Denis Craig on 8 February 1855, in Prince County, Prince Edward Island

.
James Craig (B)
Catherine Clay (S)
Date of Celebration, 8 February 1855, by license
Witnesses: John Clay and Donald Gordon
Married by Rev. Robert S. Patterson
Recorded 24 March 1855.^3,2

Death*

Catherine Clay died circa 1860, in Prince Edward Island

.²

Child of Catherine Clay and James Denis Craig

Mary Craig⁴ b. 2 Jul 1858

Citations

[S3126] Baptismal Record: Catherine Clay, North Bedeque United Church Records Records, Baptismal Record, Record Book 1, Page 2, (1827). Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Record: Catherine Clay.
[S3309] Tom Brown, ancestral report, 22 September 2008.
[S3926] Marriages Book Vol. 4, 1852-1857, MNI #5, p. 432 , 24 March 1855). Hereinafter cited as Marriages Book Vol. 4, 1852-1857, Pg. 432.
[S13942] Baptismal Record, Mary Craig, United Church Records, Bedeque, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, Book 1, Page 77, (2 November 1858). Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Record.

Donald Reid Clay^1,2

M, #112257, b. 10 April 1930, d. 22 June 2001

Pedigree

Donald Reid Clay (1930-2001), 1982. Photo courtesy of M.C. Adair.

Photograph by Picasa

Father

Harvey Reid Clay¹ b. 14 Feb 1899, d. 12 Jun 1961

Mother

Genevieve Malcuit¹ b. 1905, d. 1999

Relationship

4th cousin 1 time removed of David Arthur Walker

Charts

Descendants of John Townsend & Catherine Abel
Descendants of David Walker & Margaret Hetherington

Last Edited

24 Jul 2022

Name-Com

Donald Reid Clay is commonly known as Donald Clay.³

Birth*

He was born on 10 April 1930 in Hartford, Hartford County, Connecticut, U.S.A.

.¹

He was the son of Harvey Reid Clay and Genevieve Malcuit.¹

(Son) Census HeadHousehold

Donald Reid Clay was enumerated on the census of 8 April 1940 in the household of Harvey Reid Clay, as a son, in 203 Oxford St., Hartford, Hartford County, Connecticut, U.S.A.

. Enumerated in the household of Harvey Clay (age 41) are his wife Genevieve Malcuit (age 34), their children Donald (age 9) and Judith (age 4).⁴

(Son) Census HeadHousehold

Donald Clay was enumerated on the census of 7 April 1950 in the household of Harvey Reid Clay, as a son, in Hartford, Hartford County, Connecticut, U.S.A.

. Enumerated in the household of Harvey Clay (age 51) were his wife Genevieve Malcuit (age 44), their son Donald (age 19) and daughter Judith (age 14). Harvey was an estimator for a structural steel company. Genevieve was a secretary for an electrical distributor. Donald worked in a retail department store.³

Milit-Serv*

Donald Reid Clay served in the military in the U.S. Air Force in Korea

.¹

ResidenceLast*

The former residence of Donald Reid Clay was in 36 Set Point, Plattsburgh, Clinton County, New York, U.S.A.

.¹

Death*

He died on 22 June 2001, at age 71, in Fletcher Allen Healthcare MCHV Campus, Burlington, Chittenden County, Vermont, U.S.A.

.¹

Citations

[S14764] Certificate of Death, Donald R. Clay entry. Vermont Death Records, 1909-2008; Vermont State Archives and Records Administration, Montpelier, Vermont; Box Number 02594, Roll Number S-40894, Archive Number PR-02685-02686.Ancestry (Canada), http://www.ancestry.ca. Hereinafter cited as Certificate of Death.
[S2541] Correspondence with M.C. Adair. . (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker).
[S17434] 1950 United States Federal Census, Hartford, Hartford County, Connecticut, household of Harvey R. Clay, 7 April 1950, digital copy of original census document, NARA Roll 333. National Archives and Records Administration, Washington, D.C., U.S.A..
[S14765] 1940 U.S. Census, Hartford, Hartford County, Connecticut, household of Harvey Clay, 8 April 1940, digital copy of original document, Roll M-t0627-00538, Page 6B, Enumeration District 10-154. National Archives & Records Administration, Washington, D.C.. National Archives and Records Administration, Washington, D.C., U.S.A..

Donald Roberts Clay¹

M, #89879, b. 22 January 1921, d. 2 June 1989

Pedigree

Last Edited

28 Mar 2003

Birth*

Donald Roberts Clay was born on 22 January 1921 in Scranton, Lakawanna County, Pennsylvania

.¹

Death*

He died on 2 June 1989, at age 68, in Bourne, Barnstable County, Massachusetts

.¹

Citations

[S2043] Cory Family Society. This site contains genealogies of several early Corey/Cory families., online http://www.coryfamsoc.com. Hereinafter cited as Cory Family Society.

Edith Ellen Clay¹

F, #99820, b. 20 October 1888, d. 1962

Pedigree

Father

Fulton Johnston Clay¹ b. Nov 1861, d. 1 Jan 1928

Mother

Evelyn Lea Laird¹ b. Jun 1861, d. 22 Jul 1913

Relationship

4th cousin of David Arthur Walker

Charts

Descendants of John Townsend & Catherine Abel
Descendants of David Walker & Margaret Hetherington

Last Edited

21 Jul 2022

Name-Com

Edith Ellen Clay is commonly known as Edith Clay.^2,3

Birth*

She was born on 20 October 1888 in Minnehaha County, South Dakota, U.S.A.

.⁴

She was the daughter of Fulton Johnston Clay and Evelyn Lea Laird.¹

(Daughter) Census HeadHousehold

Edith Clay was enumerated on the census of 12 June 1900 in the household of Fulton John Clay, as a daughter, in Sheldon, O'Brien County, Iowa, U.S.A.

. Enumerated in the household of Fulton John Clay (age 38) were his wife, Evelyn Laird (age 38), their children, Edith (age 11) and Russell (age 2). Fulton was a bookkeeper.²

(Daughter) Census HeadHousehold

Edith Clay was enumerated on the census of 16 April 1910 in the household of Fulton Johnston Clay, as a daughter, in 701 East Indiana Ave., Spokane, Spokane County, Washington, U.S.A.

. Enumerated in the household of Fulton John Clay (age 48) were his wife, Evelyn Laird (age 48), their children, Edith (age 21) and Russell (age 14). Fulton was a stock broker.³

Marriage*

Edith Ellen Clay married Laurence Leavitt Brown, son of Gus H. Brown and Mary Louise Marney, on 2 July 1910, in 505 Wallace Ave., Coeur d'Alene, Kootenai County, Idaho, U.S.A.

.^5,6

(Wife) Census HeadHousehold

Edith Clay was enumerated on the census of 6 January 1920 in the household of Laurence Leavitt Brown, as his wife, in 4726 18th N.E., Seattle, King County, Washington, U.S.A.

. Enumerated in the household of Laurence Brown (age 37) were his wife, Edith Clay (age 30), their children, Laurence (age 8) & Robert (age 6), Laurence's mother Mary (age 59) and step-father, George Sharpe (age 52). Laurence was a salesman for an electric company. George was a mechanical engineer for a coal corporation.⁷

Census HeadHousehold*

Edith Ellen Clay was head of the household in the census of 3 April 1930 in Seattle, King County, Washington, U.S.A.

. Enumerated in the household of Edith Brown (age 43), now widowed, and her sons Marney (age 17) and Robert (age 16). Edith was a stenographer for an automotive company.⁸

Census HeadHousehold

She was head of the household in the census of 19 April 1940 in Seattle, King County, Washington, U.S.A.

. Enumerated in the household of Edith Brown (age 51), and her sons Marney (age 27) and Robert (age 25). Edith was a stenographer for an automotive company, Marney was a salmon salesman, Robert was a bookkeeper for a hardware company..⁹

Death*

She died in 1962, in Seattle, King County, Washington, U.S.A.

.¹⁰

Children of Edith Ellen Clay and Laurence Leavitt Brown

Laurence Marney Brown+⁹ b. 6 Nov 1911, d. 31 Jul 1983
Robert Clinton Brown⁷ b. 10 May 1913

Citations

[S5805] Correspondence with Thomas Brown, (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker).
[S13911] 1900 US Census, Sheldon, O'Brien County, Iowa, household #254 of Fulton John Clay, 12 June 1900, digital copy of original document, National Archives & Records Administration, Enumeration District 0082; FHL microfilm 1240451; Page 13. National Archives and Records Administration, Washington, D.C., U.S.A..
[S13913] 1910 US Census - Spokane, Ward 5, Spokane County, Washington, household #30 of Fulton John Clay, 16 April 1910, digital copy of original document, National Archives & Records Administration, Enumeration District 0201; Roll T624_1671; FHL microfilm 1375684; Page 2A. National Archives and Records Administration, Washington, D.C., U.S.A..
[S17431] South Dakota Department of Health; Pierre, South Dakota; South Dakota, Birth Index, 1856-1918, Edith Ellen Clay entry, transcription State File Number 521140, Pierre, South Dakota, U.S.A.
[S13934] Laurence Leavitt Brown & Edith Ellen Clay marriage, 2 July 1910, Ancestry (USA), http://www.ancestry.com. Washington, Episcopal Diocese of Spokane Church Records, 1870-1947, Sandpoint, St. Agnes Episcopal Church.
[S17422] Miss Edith Clay Becomes Bride of Laurence Brown in Romantic Wedding, Spokane Chronicle, Spokane, Washington, published 6 July 1910, Page 10. Hereinafter cited as Spokane Chronicle.
[S13932] 1920 Census, Seattle, King County, Washington, household #116 of Laurence L. Brown, 6 January 1920, digital copy of original census document, NARA Roll T625_1925, Page 6A. National Archives and Records Administration, Washington, D.C., U.S.A..
[S17420] 1930 United States Federal Census, Seattle, King County, Washington, household of Edith C. Brown, 3 April 1930, digital copy of original census document, FHL Film: 2342229, Page 4A, Record ID: 6224::112116790. National Archives and Records Administration, Washington, D.C., U.S.A..
[S17421] 1940 United States Federal Census, Seattle, King County, Washington, household of Edith C. Brown, 19 April 1940, digital copy of original census document, Roll: m-t0627-04376, Page 17B, Record ID: 2442::64099400. National Archives and Records Administration, Washington, D.C., U.S.A..
[S2541] Correspondence with M.C. Adair. . (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker).

Elizabeth Anna Clay¹

F, #96936, b. 19 September 1866, d. 30 October 1927

Pedigree

Father

John Clay Jr.¹ b. 1829, d. 22 Nov 1900

Mother

Jane Townsend Cousins¹ b. 1832, d. 8 Sep 1899

Relationship

3rd cousin 1 time removed of David Arthur Walker

Charts

Descendants of John Townsend & Catherine Abel
Descendants of David Walker & Margaret Hetherington

Last Edited

3 Mar 2021

Birth*

Elizabeth Anna Clay was born on 19 September 1866; her baptism record shows her age as "2 months".^1,2

She was the daughter of John Clay Jr. and Jane Townsend Cousins.¹

Baptism

Elizabeth Anna Clay was baptized on 25 November 1866 in the Presbyterian Church, North Bedeque, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, 46.36518,-63.72410

.¹

(Daughter) Census HeadHousehold

She was enumerated on the census of 1881 in the household of John Clay Jr., as a daughter, in Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada

. Enumerated in the household with John (age 52) were his wife Jane (age 48), children Alexander (age 22), Fulton (age 19), William (age 17), Elizabeth (age 14), Mary (age 10) and Caroline (age 6). John was a land surveyor, Alexander a store clerk, Fulton a school teacher. There was also a lodger, Alexander Anderson (age 86), occupation listed as land surveyor. The family religion was Presbyterian.³

Name-Com

Elizabeth Anna Clay is commonly known as Elizabeth Clay, in 1881.³

Name-Com

She is commonly known as Bessie Clay, in 1891.⁴

(Daughter) Census HeadHousehold

She was enumerated on the census of 15 April 1891 in the household of John Clay Jr., as a daughter, in Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada

. Enumerated in the household with John (age 62) were his wife Jane (age 58), children Bessie/Elizabeth (age 20), Nettie/Mary Elisa Anetta (age 18) and Carrie/Caroline (age 16). John was a Deputy Sheriff, Nettie a Music Teacher. The family religion was Presbyterian. Jane's brother, John Cousins (age 63) was also living in the household, as well as three unrelated lodgers.⁴

(sister-in-law) Census HeadHousehold

Elizabeth Anna Clay was enumerated on the census of 9 June 1911 in the household of William Scott Beairsto, as a sister-in-law, in Spring St., Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada

; Enumerated in the household of William Beairsto (age 37) were his wife, Caroline Clay (age 36), their daughter Mary (age 8) and Caroline's sister Elizabeth (age 42). William worked in a general store. The family religion was Presbyterian.⁵

Death*

Elizabeth Anna Clay died on 30 October 1927, at age 61, in Calgary, Alberta, Canada

; she never married.²

Citations

[S3773] Baptism Record, digital copy of original record, Elizabeth Anna Clay, North Bedeque United Church Records, Prince Edward Island, Record Book 1, Page 29. Hereinafter cited as Baptism Record.
[S5805] Correspondence with Thomas Brown, (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker).
[S6917] 1881 Canada Census, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household #207 of John Clay, digital copy of original microfilm document, LAC Roll C-13162, page 47. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
[S6918] 1891 Canada Census, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household #94 of John Clay, 15 April, 1891, digital copy of original microfilm document, LAC Roll T-6382, page 23. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
[S13916] 1911 Canada Census, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household #79 of W.S. Beairsto, 9 June 1911, digital copy of original document, LAC Microfilm reels T-20326 to T-20460, Page 8. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.

Ellen Charlotte Clay¹

F, #96937, b. 12 February 1860, d. 12 May 1927

Pedigree

Ellen Charlotte Clay (1860-1927). Photo courtesy of Marilyn (Clay) Adair.

Photograph by Picasa

Father

John Clay Jr.¹ b. 1829, d. 22 Nov 1900

Mother

Jane Townsend Cousins¹ b. 1832, d. 8 Sep 1899

Relationship

3rd cousin 1 time removed of David Arthur Walker

Charts

Descendants of John Townsend & Catherine Abel
Descendants of David Walker & Margaret Hetherington

Last Edited

3 Mar 2021

Name-Com

Ellen Charlotte Clay is commonly known as Ellen Clay.²

Birth*

She was born on 12 February 1860 in Prince Edward Island

.³

She was the daughter of John Clay Jr. and Jane Townsend Cousins.¹

Baptism

Ellen Charlotte Clay was baptized on 17 June 1860 in the Presbyterian Church, North Bedeque, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, 46.36518,-63.72410

; the officiating clergyman was Rev. Allan Fraser.¹

Marriage*

She married Capt. James H. Walsh, son of Capt. James Walsh Sr., on 26 May 1880 in Prince Edward Island, Canada

; they were married by license. James was a bachelor, Ellen a spinster. Witnesses were her brother Alexander Clay & Minnie Walsh.^4,2

(Wife) Census HeadHousehold

Ellen Clay was enumerated on the census of 1881 in the household of Capt. James H. Walsh, as his wife, in Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada

. Enumerated in the household with James (30) was his wife Ellen Charlotte Clay (age 21). He was a Master Mariner. He was Methodist, she was Presbyterian.⁵

(Wife) Census HeadHousehold

Ellen Clay was enumerated on the census of 9 April 1891 in the household of Capt. James H. Walsh, as his wife, in Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada

. Enumerated in the household with James (age 42) were his wife Ellen (age 25), children Frank (age 8), Florence (age 6), Jennie (age 4) and Harold (age 2). James was a Master Mariner. James was a Secularist, the rest of the family religion was Presbyterian.⁶

Name-Com

Ellen Charlotte Clay is commonly known as Helen, in 1897.⁷

(Wife) Census HeadHousehold

She was enumerated on the census of 1901 in the household of Capt. James H. Walsh, as his wife, in Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada

. Enumerated in the household with James (age 50) were his wife Ellen (age 41), children Frank (age 18), Florence (age 16), Jennie (age 14), Harold, (age 13) and Grace (age 7). James was a Master Mariner, Frank a student. James was a Methodist, the rest of the family Presbyterian.³

(Wife) Census HeadHousehold

Ellen Clay was enumerated on the census of 8 June 1911 in the household of Capt. James H. Walsh, as his wife, in Spring St., Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada

. Enumerated in the household with James (age 62) were his wife Ellen (age 51), children Harold (age 22), John (age 9), Florence (age 26), Jennie (age 24) and Grace (age 18). James was a sail maker, Harold a salesman, Florence a stenographer, Jennie was training to become a nurse and Grace a book keeper. The family religion was Presbyterian.⁸

Census HeadHousehold*

Ellen Charlotte Clay was head of the household in the census of 1921 in Spring St., Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada

. Ellen (Clay) Walsh (age 60), now widowed, was living alone. She was recorded as having no occupation. She was a Presbyterian.⁹

Death*

She died on 12 May 1927, at age 67, in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

.^10,2

(Interred) Burial

She was buried in the plot of John Clay Jr., in the Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.40487,-63.77715

. Square obelisk.
Inscription: In memory of / Jane T. Cousins / Beloved wife of / John Clay / Died / Sept. 8, 1899. / AEt. 67 yrs. / Asleep in Jesus.
Left: In memory of / John Clay / Died / Nov. 22, 1900. / AEt. 71 y'rs. / "Blessed Sleep".
Right: In Loving / Memory of / Capt. James H. Walsh / Drowned / Dec. 13, 1919. / Aged 70 Years. / Also His Wife / Ellen / 1860 - 1927.
Back: In Loving / Memory of / Grace Brundage / Daughter of / Capt. James Walsh / and Ellen Clay.²

Children of Ellen Charlotte Clay and Capt. James H. Walsh

Frank L. Walsh³ b. 20 Sep 1882, d. 7 Dec 1944
Florence Marion Walsh³ b. 8 May 1884, d. 23 Feb 1969
Jennie Evelyn Walsh+³ b. 30 Sep 1886, d. 14 Dec 1971
Harold Roy Walsh+^3,11 b. 25 Jan 1888, d. 30 Sep 1969
Grace Helen Walsh^7,2 b. 24 Oct 1893, d. 18 Dec 1960
John Clay Walsh¹² b. 8 Jan 1902, d. 19 Jun 1927

Citations

[S3774] Baptismal Record, digital copy of original record, Ellen Charlotte Clay, North Bedeque United Church Records , Prince Edward Island, Record Book 1, Page 23.. Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Record.
[S3771] Cemetery Marker, Peoples Cemetery, Summerside. Jane Townsend Cousins & John Clay, tombstone inscription & photograph; documented by David A. Walker, 22 August 2009.
[S6297] 1901 Canada Census, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household #114 of James H. Walsh, digital copy of original microfilm document, LAC microfilm Page 12, Line 49. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
[S13943] Marriage Registration, James H. Walsh & Ellen C. Clay, , 26 May 1880, North Bedeque United Church Records, North Bedeque, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Prince Edward Island Marriage Registers, 1832-1888; FHL microfilm 1630095, Digital Folder Number 4146270, Image Number 170.
[S6296] 1881 Canada Census, District Prince, Subdistrict Lot 19, household #227 of James H. Walsh, digital copy of original microfilm document, LAC Microfilm C-13162, Page 52, Line 22. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
[S6301] 1891 Canada Census, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household #31 of James H. Walsh, 9 April 1891, digital copy of original microfilm document, LAC Roll T-6382, Page 8, Line 1. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
[S6294] Baptism Record, digital copy of original record, Grace Helen Walsh, Presbyterian Church Records, Summerside, Prince Edward Island, Record Book 1, Page 146-147. Hereinafter cited as Baptism Record.
[S6300] 1911 Canada Census, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household #76 of James H. Walsh, 8 & 9 June, 1911, digital copy of original microfilm document, Page 7, Line 40. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
[S13906] 1921 Canada Census, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household #110 of Ellen (Clay) Walsh, digital copy of original microfilm document, Library & Archives Canada, Ottawa; Reference Number RG 31; Folder Number 104; Page 10. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
[S2541] Correspondence with M.C. Adair. . (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker), Nova Scotia Death Registration 1927, Book Number 123, Page 382.
[S13953] Retired S'side Store Salesman, Hal Walsh, Dies, Journal Pioneer, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, published 30 September 1969, Page 3, Column 6. Hereinafter cited as Journal Pioneer.
[S6295] Baptism Record - John Clay Walsh, Presbyterian Church, Summerside, Prince Edward Island, Record Book 1, Page 154-155. Hereinafter cited as Baptism Record - John Clay Walsh.

Evelyn Marie Clay¹

F, #111243, b. 28 December 1926

Pedigree

Father

Russell Warren Clay¹ b. 27 Jan 1896, d. 23 Oct 1967

Mother

Marie Altenberg Miller¹ b. 22 Mar 1896, d. 19 Mar 1979

Relationship

4th cousin 1 time removed of David Arthur Walker

Charts

Descendants of John Townsend & Catherine Abel
Descendants of David Walker & Margaret Hetherington

Last Edited

28 Jul 2022

Name-Com

Evelyn Marie Clay is commonly known as Evelyn Clay.²

Birth*

She was born on 28 December 1926 in Seattle, King County, Washington, U.S.A.

.³

She was the daughter of Russell Warren Clay and Marie Altenberg Miller.¹

(Daughter) Census HeadHousehold

Evelyn Clay was enumerated on the census of 4 April 1930 in the household of Russell Warren Clay, as a daughter, in 6004 6th Ave. N.W., Seattle, King County, Washington, U.S.A.

. Enumerated in the household of Russell Clay (age 33) were his wife Marie Miller (age 32), their children, Warren (age 8) and Evelyn (age 3). Warren had his own business as a painting contractor.²

(Daughter) Census HeadHousehold

Evelyn Clay was enumerated on the census of 12 April 1940 in the household of Russell Warren Clay, as a daughter, in 6006 6th Ave N.E., Seattle, King County, Washington, U.S.A.

. Enumerated in the household of Russell Clay (age 44) were his wife Marie Miller (age 44), their children, Warren (age 18) and Evelyn (age 13). Warren had his own construction business.⁴

Citations

[S2541] Correspondence with M.C. Adair. . (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker), Marilyn Adair sourced Washington State Board of Health, Certificate of Birth, Record #4751.
[S13936] 1930 US Census, Seattle, King County, Washington, household of Russell W. Clay, 4 April 1940, digital image, FHL Roll 2342226, Page 5A. Enumeration district 0020. National Archives and Records Administration, Washington, D.C., U.S.A..
[S2541] Correspondence with M.C. Adair. . (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker), M.C. Adair sourced Washington State Board of Health, Certificate of Birth, Record #4751.
[S13937] 1940 US Census, Seattle, King County, Washington, household of Russell W. Clay, 12 April 1940, digital image, NARA Roll m-t0627-04375, Page 9B. Enumeration district 40-52. National Archives and Records Administration, Washington, D.C., U.S.A..

Florence Mary Minto Clay^1,2

F, #111225, b. 25 August 1899, d. 19 March 1968

Pedigree

Florence Mary Minto Clay (1899-1963). Photo courtesy of Marilyn (Clay) Adair.

Photograph by Picasa

Father

William Leslie Clay³ b. 14 Nov 1863, d. 2 Feb 1928

Mother

Florence Nightingale Leitch³ b. 29 Sep 1863, d. 17 Jun 1945

Relationship

4th cousin of David Arthur Walker

Charts

Descendants of John Townsend & Catherine Abel
Descendants of David Walker & Margaret Hetherington

Last Edited

13 May 2020

Name-Com

Florence Mary Minto Clay is commonly known as Florence Clay.³

Birth*

She was born on 25 August 1899 in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

; she never married.^3,4

She was the daughter of William Leslie Clay and Florence Nightingale Leitch.³

(Daughter) Census HeadHousehold

Florence Clay was enumerated on the census of 1901 in the household of William Clay, as a daughter, in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

. Enumerated in the household of William Clay (age 37) were his wife, Florence Leitch (age 37), their children, Margaret (age 9), John (age 7), Helen (age 6) and Florence (age 1). William was a clergyman. The family religion was Presbyterian.³

(Daughter) Census HeadHousehold

Florence Mary Minto Clay was enumerated on the census of 1911 in the household of William Clay, as a daughter, in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

. Enumerated in the household of William Clay (age 47) were his wife, Florence Leitch (age 46), their children, Margaret Jean (age 19), Jack Leitch (age 18), Helen Amelia (age 16), Florence Mary (age 11) and Kathleen Mabel (age 7). Also enumerated in the household was Florence's sister, Mae Minta Leitch (age 42). William was a clergyman. The family religion was Presbyterian.¹

Name-Com

Florence Mary Minto Clay is commonly known as Mary Clay, in 1921.⁵

(Daughter) Census HeadHousehold

She was enumerated on the census of 1921 in the household of William Clay, as a daughter, in 821 Linden Ave., Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

. Enumerated in the household of William Clay (age 58) were his wife, Florence Leitch (age 58), their children, Margaret (age 29), John (age 27), Helen (age 25), Mary (age 21) and Kathleen (age 16). Also enumerated in the household was Florence's sister, Margaret Leitch (age 54). William was an office clerk. The family religion was Presbyterian.⁵

Death*

Florence Mary Minto Clay died on 19 March 1968, at age 68, in Royal Jubilee Hospital, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

; she never married.⁴

Burial*

She was buried on 21 March 1968 in Ross Bay Cemetery, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

.⁴

Citations

[S13909] Digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, household #83 of William Leslie Clay, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Microfilm Reels T-20326 to T-20460, Place: Victoria, British Columbia, Page Number 9.
[S2541] Correspondence with M.C. Adair. . (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker).
[S13907] 1901 Canada Census, Victoria, British Columbia, household #151 of William Leslie Clay, digital copy of original document, Library & Archives Canada, Ottawa; Census Place: Victoria, British Columbia; Microfilm reels T-6428 to T-6556; Page 15. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
[S14779] Compiled by M.C. Adair, "Family Group Sheet for William Leslie Clay" (). . Hereinafter cited as "Family Group Sheet."
[S13910] Digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Microfilm; Place: Victoria, British Columbia; Reference Number RG 31; Folder Number 20, Page Number 15.

Rev. Fred Clay¹

M, #67873, b. 1865, d. 1932

Pedigree

Last Edited

11 Feb 2020

Birth*

Rev. Fred Clay was born in 1865.²

Marriage*

He married Deborah Louise Brien, daughter of Angus Brien and Mary Lythe Lowther.¹

Death*

Rev. Fred Clay died in 1932.²

(Interred) Burial

He was buried in the plot of Angus Brien, in the People's Cemetery, Crapaud, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.22506,-63.47780

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Inscription: Angus Brien / 1829 - 1908 / His Wife / Mary Lowther / 1843 - 1919 / John Harrison / 1887 - 1908 / BRIEN
Back: CLAY
Footstone: Harrison
Footstone: Mother
Footstone: Father
Footstone: Deborah Brien / Clay / 1865 - 1951
Footstone: Rev. Fred Clay / 1865 - 1932
Footstone: Brien
Footstone: Minnie Clay.³

Child of Rev. Fred Clay and Deborah Louise Brien

Minnie Clay¹

Citations

[S362] Harold Cairns, Electronic Family File, Stanley Bridge, Prince Edward Island.
[S11959] Cemetery Transcript, Crapaud People's, transcription, n.pub., n.p., unknown volume Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker.
[S12641] Cemetery Marker, Peoples Cemetery, Crapaud, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Angus Brien family plot, photograph & inscription; read by David A. Walker, 15 September 2017.

Fulton Johnston Clay¹

M, #96938, b. November 1861, d. 1 January 1928

Pedigree

Father

John Clay Jr.¹ b. 1829, d. 22 Nov 1900

Mother

Jane Townsend Cousins¹ b. 1832, d. 8 Sep 1899

Relationship

3rd cousin 1 time removed of David Arthur Walker

Charts

Descendants of John Townsend & Catherine Abel
Descendants of David Walker & Margaret Hetherington

Last Edited

16 May 2021

Name Variation

Fulton Johnston Clay is also known as Fulton John Clay.²

Name-Com

He is commonly known as Fulton Clay.³

Birth*

He was born in November 1861 in Prince Edward Island, Canada

.²

He was the son of John Clay Jr. and Jane Townsend Cousins.¹

Baptism

Fulton Johnston Clay was baptized on 3 August 1862 in the Presbyterian Church, North Bedeque, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, 46.36518,-63.72410

.¹

(Son) Census HeadHousehold

He was enumerated on the census of 1881 in the household of John Clay Jr., as a son, in Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada

. Enumerated in the household with John (age 52) were his wife Jane (age 48), children Alexander (age 22), Fulton (age 19), William (age 17), Elizabeth (age 14), Mary (age 10) and Caroline (age 6). John was a land surveyor, Alexander a store clerk, Fulton a school teacher. There was also a lodger, Alexander Anderson (age 86), occupation listed as land surveyor. The family religion was Presbyterian.³

(First) Marriage*

Fulton Johnston Clay married first Evelyn Lea Laird on 26 October 1887 in Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada

. There were four children from this marriage, of whom two survived.⁴

Naturalization*

Fulton Johnston Clay was naturalized in 1893.⁵

Census HeadHousehold*

He was head of the household in the census of 12 June 1900 in Sheldon, O'Brien County, Iowa, U.S.A.

. Enumerated in the household of Fulton John Clay (age 38) were his wife, Evelyn Laird (age 38), their children, Edith (age 11) and Russell (age 2). Fulton was a bookkeeper.²

Census HeadHousehold

He was head of the household in the census of 16 April 1910 in 701 East Indiana Ave., Spokane, Spokane County, Washington, U.S.A.

. Enumerated in the household of Fulton John Clay (age 48) were his wife, Evelyn Laird (age 48), their children, Edith (age 21) and Russell (age 14). Fulton was a stock broker.⁶

(Second) Marriage*

He married second Hettie Benson Culver on 11 December 1915 in Spokane, Washington, U.S.A.

.⁷

Census HeadHousehold

Fulton Johnston Clay was head of the household in the census of 3 January 1920 in West Fifteenth Ave., Spokane, Washington, U.S.A.

. Enumerated in the household of Fulton (age 58) were his second wife, Hettie Culver (age 59), her widowed daughter, Alice Ball (age 41) from a previous marriage, her daughter Claire (age 20) and son John (age 14). Fulton was a department manager in a retail store, Hettie was a dressmaker for a private family, Claire was a teacher in a public school.⁵

Death*

He died on 1 January 1928, at age 66, in Spokane, Spokane County, Washington, U.S.A.

.⁴

Burial*

He was buried in Greenwood Memorial Terrace, Spokane, Spokane County, Washington, U.S.A.

; Main Tombstone:
Inscription: CLAY

Flatstone Inscription: Fulton / 1860 - 1928

Flatstone Inscription: Evelyn / 1860 - 1913.⁸

Cemetery marker, Fulton Clay (1861-1928), his wife Evelyn Laird (1861-1913). Greenwood Memorial Terrace, Spokane, Spokane County, Washington, U.S.A. Photo courtesy of Barbie Gant, findagrave.com.

Flatstone, Fulton Clay.

Children of Fulton Johnston Clay and Evelyn Lea Laird

Edith Ellen Clay+⁴ b. 20 Oct 1888, d. 1962
Russell Warren Clay+⁴ b. 27 Jan 1896, d. 23 Oct 1967

Family: Fulton Johnston Clay and Hettie Benson Culver

Citations

[S3775] Baptismal Record, digital copy of original record, Fulton Johnston Clay, North Bedeque United Church Records , Prince Edward Island, Record Book 1, Page 26.. Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Record.
[S13911] 1900 US Census, Sheldon, O'Brien County, Iowa, household #254 of Fulton John Clay, 12 June 1900, digital copy of original document, National Archives & Records Administration, Enumeration District 0082; FHL microfilm 1240451; Page 13. National Archives and Records Administration, Washington, D.C., U.S.A..
[S6917] 1881 Canada Census, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household #207 of John Clay, digital copy of original microfilm document, LAC Roll C-13162, page 47. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
[S5805] Correspondence with Thomas Brown, (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker).
[S15109] 1920 US Census, Spokane, Washington, household of Fulton J. Clay, 3 January 1920, digital copy of original document, National Archives and Records Administration, Microfilm T625_1941, Page 2B, Enumeration District 176. National Archives and Records Administration, Washington, D.C., U.S.A..
[S13913] 1910 US Census - Spokane, Ward 5, Spokane County, Washington, household #30 of Fulton John Clay, 16 April 1910, digital copy of original document, National Archives & Records Administration, Enumeration District 0201; Roll T624_1671; FHL microfilm 1375684; Page 2A. National Archives and Records Administration, Washington, D.C., U.S.A..
[S2541] Correspondence with M.C. Adair. . (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker).
[S13912] Cemetery Marker, Greenwood Memorial Terrace, Spokane, Spokane County, Washington, U.S.A.. Fulton Clay, tombstone inscription & photograph; Memorial ID 54144192 documented by findagrave.com.

Gwendolyn Howatt Clay¹

F, #108502, b. 5 August 1902, d. 14 January 1985

Pedigree

Gwendolyn Howatt Clay (1902-1985). Photo courtesy of Marilyn (Clay) Adair.

Father

Alexander Anderson Clay¹ b. 8 Nov 1858, d. 7 Feb 1925

Mother

Grace Lydia Reid¹ b. 8 Nov 1861, d. 22 Feb 1953

Relationship

4th cousin of David Arthur Walker

Charts

Descendants of John Townsend & Catherine Abel
Descendants of David Walker & Margaret Hetherington

Last Edited

13 May 2020

Name-Com

Gwendolyn Howatt Clay is commonly known as Gwendolyn Clay.²

Birth*

She was born on 5 August 1902 in New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia, Canada

; she never married.³

She was the daughter of Alexander Anderson Clay and Grace Lydia Reid.¹

Group Photo*

She was included in a group photograph, December 1906.¹

Siblings Merrill (1896-1969), Gwendolyn (1902-1985) and Harvey Clay (1899-1961). Photo courtesy of Marilyn (Clay) Adair.

Photograph by Picasa

(Daughter) Census HeadHousehold

Gwendolyn Clay was enumerated on the census of 1911 in the household of Alexander Anderson Clay, as a daughter, in New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia, Canada

. Enumerated in the household of Alexander Clay (age 52) were his wife, Grace Reid (age 50), their children, Hazel (age 19), Merrill (age 14), Harvey (age 12) and Gwendolyn (age 8). Alexander was a commercial traveler. The family religion was Methodist.²

(Daughter) Census HeadHousehold

Gwendolyn Clay was enumerated on the census of 1921 in the household of Alexander Anderson Clay, as a daughter, in New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia, Canada

. Enumerated in the household of Alexander Clay (age 62) were his wife, Grace Reid (age 59), their children, Merrill (age 24) and Gwendolyn (age 18). The family religion was Presbyterian.⁴

Death*

Gwendolyn Howatt Clay died on 14 January 1985, at age 82, in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

.¹

Burial*

She was buried in May 1985 in Riverside Cemetery, New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia, Canada

.³

Citations

[S2541] Correspondence with M.C. Adair. . (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker).
[S13904] 1911 Canada Census, New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia, household #194 of Alexander A. Clay, digital copy of original document, Library & Archives Canada, Ottawa; Census Place: New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia; Microfilm reel 2417688, Digital Folder Number 7526743, Image Number 700, Page 11. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
[S13901] Compiled by M.C. Adair, "Family Group Sheet for Alexander Anderson Clay". Hereinafter cited as "Family Group Sheet."
[S13905] 1921 Canada Census, New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia, household #111 of Alexander A. Clay, digital copy of original document, Library & Archives Canada, Ottawa; Census Place: New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia; Reference Number RG 31; Folder Number 47, Page Number 11. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.

Harvey Reid Clay¹

M, #111220, b. 14 February 1899, d. 12 June 1961

Pedigree

Father

Alexander Anderson Clay¹ b. 8 Nov 1858, d. 7 Feb 1925

Mother

Grace Lydia Reid¹ b. 8 Nov 1861, d. 22 Feb 1953

Relationship

4th cousin of David Arthur Walker

Charts

Descendants of John Townsend & Catherine Abel
Descendants of David Walker & Margaret Hetherington

Last Edited

24 Jul 2022

Name-Com

Harvey Reid Clay is commonly known as Harvey Clay.²

Birth*

He was born on 14 February 1899 in Trenton, Pictou County, Nova Scotia, Canada

.¹

He was the son of Alexander Anderson Clay and Grace Lydia Reid.¹

(Son) Census HeadHousehold

Harvey Clay was enumerated on the census of April 1901 in the household of Alexander Anderson Clay, as a son, in New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia, Canada

. Enumerated in the household of Alexander Clay (age 42) were his wife, Grace Reid (age 39), their children, Vera (age 12), Hazel (age 9), Merrill (age 4) and Harvey (age 2). Alexander was a commercial traveler. The family religion was Presbyterian.²

Group Photo*

He was included in a group photograph, December 1906.³

Siblings Merrill (1896-1969), Gwendolyn (1902-1985) and Harvey Clay (1899-1961). Photo courtesy of Marilyn (Clay) Adair.

Photograph by Picasa

(Son) Census HeadHousehold

Harvey Clay was enumerated on the census of 1911 in the household of Alexander Anderson Clay, as a son, in New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia, Canada

. Enumerated in the household of Alexander Clay (age 52) were his wife, Grace Reid (age 50), their children, Hazel (age 19), Merrill (age 14), Harvey (age 12) and Gwendolyn (age 8). Alexander was a commercial traveler. The family religion was Methodist.⁴

Census*

Harvey Reid Clay appeared on the census of 1921 in South St., New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia, Canada

. Harvey was single, living in the household of Gilman Reid. His occupation was recorded as clerk, and religion as Presbyterian.⁵

Marriage*

He married Genevieve Malcuit on 1 July 1929, in New Rochelle, Westchester County, New York, U.S.A.

.⁶

Census HeadHousehold

Harvey Reid Clay was head of the household in the census of 17 April 1930 in Hartford, Hartford County, Connecticut, U.S.A.

. Enumerated in the household of Harvey Clay (age 31) was his wife Genevieve Malcuit (age 24). Harvey was a clerk for a structural engineering company.⁷

Census HeadHousehold*

He was head of the household in the census of 8 April 1940 in 203 Oxford St., Hartford, Hartford County, Connecticut, U.S.A.

. Enumerated in the household of Harvey Clay (age 41) are his wife Genevieve Malcuit (age 34), their children Donald (age 9) and Judith (age 4).⁸

Census HeadHousehold

He was head of the household in the census of 7 April 1950 in Hartford, Hartford County, Connecticut, U.S.A.

. Enumerated in the household of Harvey Clay (age 51) were his wife Genevieve Malcuit (age 44), their son Donald (age 19) and daughter Judith (age 14). Harvey was an estimator for a structural steel company. Genevieve was a secretary for an electrical distributor. Donald worked in a retail department store.⁹

Death*

He died on 12 June 1961, at age 62, in West Hartford, Hartford County, Connecticut, U.S.A.

.¹

Burial*

He was buried on 14 June 1961 in Fairview Cemetery, West Hartford, Hartford County, Connecticut, U.S.A.

.¹

Children of Harvey Reid Clay and Genevieve Malcuit

Donald Reid Clay¹⁰ b. 10 Apr 1930, d. 22 Jun 2001
Judith Morgan Clay⁸ b. 23 Jun 1935, d. 21 Sep 2014

Citations

[S13901] Compiled by M.C. Adair, "Family Group Sheet for Alexander Anderson Clay". Hereinafter cited as "Family Group Sheet."
[S13903] 1901 Canada Census, New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia, household #66 of Alex. A. Clay, April 1901, digital copy of original document, Library & Archives Canada, Ottawa; Census Place: Lot 28, New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia; Microfilm reels T-6428 to T-6556; Page 8. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
[S2541] Correspondence with M.C. Adair. . (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker).
[S13904] 1911 Canada Census, New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia, household #194 of Alexander A. Clay, digital copy of original document, Library & Archives Canada, Ottawa; Census Place: New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia; Microfilm reel 2417688, Digital Folder Number 7526743, Image Number 700, Page 11. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
[S14767] 1921 Canada Census, New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia, household of Gilman Reid, digital copy of original document, Library & Archives Canada, Ottawa; Reference Number RG 31; Folder Number 47; Census Place: New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia; Page 3. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
[S14763] Harvey R. Clay & Genevieve V. Malcuit, (21 December 1929), Marriage Index, New York State, New York State Marriage Index 1881-1967. Hereinafter cited as Marriage Index.
[S14766] 1930 U.S. Census, Hartford, Hartford County, Connecticut, household of Harvey Clay, 17 April 1930, digital copy of original document, FHL Microfilm 2340000, Page 14B, Enumeration District 0073. National Archives & Records Administration, Washington, D.C.. National Archives and Records Administration, Washington, D.C., U.S.A..
[S14765] 1940 U.S. Census, Hartford, Hartford County, Connecticut, household of Harvey Clay, 8 April 1940, digital copy of original document, Roll M-t0627-00538, Page 6B, Enumeration District 10-154. National Archives & Records Administration, Washington, D.C.. National Archives and Records Administration, Washington, D.C., U.S.A..
[S17434] 1950 United States Federal Census, Hartford, Hartford County, Connecticut, household of Harvey R. Clay, 7 April 1950, digital copy of original census document, NARA Roll 333. National Archives and Records Administration, Washington, D.C., U.S.A..
[S14764] Certificate of Death, Donald R. Clay entry. Vermont Death Records, 1909-2008; Vermont State Archives and Records Administration, Montpelier, Vermont; Box Number 02594, Roll Number S-40894, Archive Number PR-02685-02686.Ancestry (Canada), http://www.ancestry.ca. Hereinafter cited as Certificate of Death.

Hazel Jean Clay¹

F, #111217, b. 13 March 1892, d. 17 February 1975

Pedigree

Hazel Jean (Clay) Topper (1892-1975). Photo courtesy of M.C. Adair.

Father

Alexander Anderson Clay¹ b. 8 Nov 1858, d. 7 Feb 1925

Mother

Grace Lydia Reid¹ b. 8 Nov 1861, d. 22 Feb 1953

Relationship

4th cousin of David Arthur Walker

Charts

Descendants of John Townsend & Catherine Abel
Descendants of David Walker & Margaret Hetherington

Last Edited

24 Jul 2022

Name-Com

Hazel Jean Clay is commonly known as Hazel Clay.²

Birth*

She was born on 13 March 1892 in Trenton, Pictou County, Nova Scotia, Canada

. The informant for this Registration of Birth Registration was her mother, dated 27 March 1948, in Truro, Colchester County, Nova Scotia.³

She was the daughter of Alexander Anderson Clay and Grace Lydia Reid.¹

(Daughter) Census HeadHousehold

Hazel Clay was enumerated on the census of April 1901 in the household of Alexander Anderson Clay, as a daughter, in New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia, Canada

. Enumerated in the household of Alexander Clay (age 42) were his wife, Grace Reid (age 39), their children, Vera (age 12), Hazel (age 9), Merrill (age 4) and Harvey (age 2). Alexander was a commercial traveler. The family religion was Presbyterian.²

(Daughter) Census HeadHousehold

Hazel Clay was enumerated on the census of 1911 in the household of Alexander Anderson Clay, as a daughter, in New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia, Canada

. Enumerated in the household of Alexander Clay (age 52) were his wife, Grace Reid (age 50), their children, Hazel (age 19), Merrill (age 14), Harvey (age 12) and Gwendolyn (age 8). Alexander was a commercial traveler. The family religion was Methodist.⁴

Marriage*

Hazel Jean Clay married Raymond Smith Topper, son of John Topper and Marcella Henrietta Whittington, on 9 October 1916, in the Presbyterian Church, New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia, Canada

. They were married by license. Raymond was 28 years old, a bachelor, draftsman, Methodist, living in New Glasgow. Hazel was 24 years old, a spinster, Presbyterian, living in New Glasgow.⁵

Census HeadHousehold*

Hazel Jean Clay was head of the household in the census of 14 April 1950 in West Hartford, Hartford County, Connecticut, U.S.A.

. Hazel (age 58) was widowed at this time, and living alone.⁶

Death*

She died on 17 February 1975, at age 82, in 56 Brace Road, West Hartford, Hartford County, Connecticut, U.S.A.

.¹

Burial*

She was buried on 20 February 1975 in Birchlawn Cemetery, Pearisburg, Giles County, Virginia, U.S.A.

;
Inscription Front: Hazel Clay Topper / March 13, 1892 / February 17, 1975.^1,7

Marker, Hazel Jean (Clay) Topper (1892-1975). Birchlawn Cemetery, Pearisburg, Giles County, Virginia, U.S.A. Photo courtesy of findagrave.com.

Family: Hazel Jean Clay and Raymond Smith Topper

Citations

[S13901] Compiled by M.C. Adair, "Family Group Sheet for Alexander Anderson Clay". Hereinafter cited as "Family Group Sheet."
[S13903] 1901 Canada Census, New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia, household #66 of Alex. A. Clay, April 1901, digital copy of original document, Library & Archives Canada, Ottawa; Census Place: Lot 28, New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia; Microfilm reels T-6428 to T-6556; Page 8. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
[S14759] Application for Birth registration, Hazel Jean Clay, digital copy of original document File Number 990302 (filed 27 March 1948), Nova Scotia Archives & Records Management, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada.
[S13904] 1911 Canada Census, New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia, household #194 of Alexander A. Clay, digital copy of original document, Library & Archives Canada, Ottawa; Census Place: New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia; Microfilm reel 2417688, Digital Folder Number 7526743, Image Number 700, Page 11. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
[S14760] Marriage Registration, Raymond Smith Topper & Hazel Jean Clay, , Nova Scotia Archives & Records Management, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. Nova Scotia Historical Vital Statistics, Births, Marriages, Deaths; Registration Year 1916, Book 1833, Page 178, Number 276.
[S17435] 1950 United States Federal Census, West Hartford, Hartford County, Connecticut, household of Hazel Jean Topper, 14 April 1950, digital copy of original census document, NARA Roll 3571. National Archives and Records Administration, Washington, D.C., U.S.A..
[S16534] Burial Record, Hazel Jean (Clay) Topper, findagrave.com Memorial #106691697. Hereinafter cited as Burial Record, Hazel Jean (Clay) Topper.

Helen Amelia Clay¹

F, #111224, b. 25 September 1894, d. 3 January 1957

Pedigree

Helen Amelia (Clay) Ellis (1894-1957). Photo courtesy of M.C. Adair.

Father

William Leslie Clay² b. 14 Nov 1863, d. 2 Feb 1928

Mother

Florence Nightingale Leitch² b. 29 Sep 1863, d. 17 Jun 1945

Relationship

4th cousin of David Arthur Walker

Charts

Descendants of John Townsend & Catherine Abel
Descendants of David Walker & Margaret Hetherington

Last Edited

16 Apr 2020

Name-Com

Helen Amelia Clay is commonly known as Helen Clay.²

Birth*

She was born on 25 September 1894 in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

.^2,3

She was the daughter of William Leslie Clay and Florence Nightingale Leitch.²

(Daughter) Census HeadHousehold

Helen Clay was enumerated on the census of 1901 in the household of William Clay, as a daughter, in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

. Enumerated in the household of William Clay (age 37) were his wife, Florence Leitch (age 37), their children, Margaret (age 9), John (age 7), Helen (age 6) and Florence (age 1). William was a clergyman. The family religion was Presbyterian.²

(Daughter) Census HeadHousehold

Helen Amelia Clay was enumerated on the census of 1911 in the household of William Clay, as a daughter, in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

. Enumerated in the household of William Clay (age 47) were his wife, Florence Leitch (age 46), their children, Margaret Jean (age 19), Jack Leitch (age 18), Helen Amelia (age 16), Florence Mary (age 11) and Kathleen Mabel (age 7). Also enumerated in the household was Florence's sister, Mae Minta Leitch (age 42). William was a clergyman. The family religion was Presbyterian.¹

(Daughter) Census HeadHousehold

Helen Clay was enumerated on the census of 1921 in the household of William Clay, as a daughter, in 821 Linden Ave., Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

. Enumerated in the household of William Clay (age 58) were his wife, Florence Leitch (age 58), their children, Margaret (age 29), John (age 27), Helen (age 25), Mary (age 21) and Kathleen (age 16). Also enumerated in the household was Florence's sister, Margaret Leitch (age 54). William was an office clerk. The family religion was Presbyterian.⁴

Marriage*

Helen Amelia Clay married William Sturgis Ellis on 25 June 1924, in St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

.³

Death*

Helen Amelia Clay died on 3 January 1957, at age 62, in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

.³

Burial*

She was buried in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

.³

Children of Helen Amelia Clay and William Sturgis Ellis

Richard Carlyle Ellis⁵ b. 16 Aug 1925, d. 2 Jun 1974
Barbara Joan Ellis⁵ b. 7 Nov 1927, d. 14 Feb 2010

Citations

[S13909] Digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, household #83 of William Leslie Clay, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Microfilm Reels T-20326 to T-20460, Place: Victoria, British Columbia, Page Number 9.
[S13907] 1901 Canada Census, Victoria, British Columbia, household #151 of William Leslie Clay, digital copy of original document, Library & Archives Canada, Ottawa; Census Place: Victoria, British Columbia; Microfilm reels T-6428 to T-6556; Page 15. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
[S14779] Compiled by M.C. Adair, "Family Group Sheet for William Leslie Clay" (). . Hereinafter cited as "Family Group Sheet."
[S13910] Digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Microfilm; Place: Victoria, British Columbia; Reference Number RG 31; Folder Number 20, Page Number 15.
[S14779] Compiled by M.C. Adair, "Family Group Sheet for William Leslie Clay" (). , From Victoria Daily Colonist, 4 January 1957, page 16. Hereinafter cited as "Family Group Sheet."

John Clay Jr.¹

M, #95625, b. 1829, d. 22 November 1900

Pedigree

John Clay (1829-1900). Photo courtesy of Marilyn (Clay) Adair.

Photograph by Picasa

Father

John Clay Sr.¹ b. c 1795, d. 12 Aug 1831

Mother

Mary Glover¹ b. 1806, d. 10 May 1869

Relationship

2nd cousin 2 times removed of David Arthur Walker

Charts

Descendants of John Townsend & Catherine Abel
Descendants of David Walker & Margaret Hetherington

Last Edited

3 Mar 2021

Birth*

John Clay Jr. was born in 1829 in Lot 19, Prince Edward Island.¹

He was the son of John Clay Sr. and Mary Glover.¹

Marriage*

John Clay Jr. married Jane Townsend Cousins, daughter of John Cousins and Ellen Montgomery, on 11 March 1856, in French River, Prince County, Prince Edward Island

.¹

AltMarrDate

An alternate marriage date is on 1 March 1856.

Census HeadHousehold*

John Clay Jr. was head of the household in the census of 1881 in Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada

. Enumerated in the household with John (age 52) were his wife Jane (age 48), children Alexander (age 22), Fulton (age 19), William (age 17), Elizabeth (age 14), Mary (age 10) and Caroline (age 6). John was a land surveyor, Alexander a store clerk, Fulton a school teacher. There was also a lodger, Alexander Anderson (age 86), occupation listed as land surveyor. The family religion was Presbyterian.²

1881 Canada Census, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Household of John Clay, his wife Jane Townsend Cousins, children Alexander, Fulton, William, Elizabeth, Mary and Caroline, and a lodger, Alexander Anderson.

Census HeadHousehold

He was head of the household in the census of 15 April 1891 in Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada

. Enumerated in the household with John (age 62) were his wife Jane (age 58), children Bessie/Elizabeth (age 20), Nettie/Mary Elisa Anetta (age 18) and Carrie/Caroline (age 16). John was a Deputy Sheriff, Nettie a Music Teacher. The family religion was Presbyterian. Jane's brother, John Cousins (age 63) was also living in the household, as well as three unrelated lodgers.³

1891 Canada Census, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island. Household of John Clay, his wife Jane Townsend Cousins, children Bessie/Elizabeth, Nettie/Mary Anetta and Carrie/Caroline, Jane's brother John Cousins, and three unrelated lodgers.

Death*

He died on 22 November 1900, in Conway, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada

.¹

Burial*

He was buried in the Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.40487,-63.77715

. Square obelisk.
Inscription: In memory of / Jane T. Cousins / Beloved wife of / John Clay / Died / Sept. 8, 1899. / AEt. 67 yrs. / Asleep in Jesus.
Left: In memory of / John Clay / Died / Nov. 22, 1900. / AEt. 71 y'rs. / "Blessed Sleep".
Right: In Loving / Memory of / Capt. James H. Walsh / Drowned / Dec. 13, 1919. / Aged 70 Years. / Also His Wife / Ellen / 1860 - 1927.
Back: In Loving / Memory of / Grace Brundage / Daughter of / Capt. James Walsh / and Ellen Clay.⁴

Tombstone for John Clay ( (1829-1900) and Jane Townsend Cousins (1832-1899). Peoples Cemetery, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.

Front inscription detail.

Left inscription detail.

Right inscription detail.

Back inscription detail.

Children of John Clay Jr. and Jane Townsend Cousins

Alexander Anderson Clay¹ b. 22 Jan 1857, d. 7 Jun 1858
Alexander Anderson Clay+¹ b. 8 Nov 1858, d. 7 Feb 1925
Ellen Charlotte Clay+⁵ b. 12 Feb 1860, d. 12 May 1927
Fulton Johnston Clay+⁶ b. Nov 1861, d. 1 Jan 1928
William Leslie Clay+⁷ b. 14 Nov 1863, d. 2 Feb 1928
Elizabeth Anna Clay⁸ b. 19 Sep 1866, d. 30 Oct 1927
Mary Elisa Anetta Clay+⁹ b. 10 Oct 1869, d. 13 Feb 1941
Caroline MacKay Clay+¹⁰ b. 21 Mar 1875, d. 19 Apr 1955

Citations

[S2540] Descendants of William Glover, M. C. Adair, Extracted from computer files.
[S6917] 1881 Canada Census, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household #207 of John Clay, digital copy of original microfilm document, LAC Roll C-13162, page 47. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
[S6918] 1891 Canada Census, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household #94 of John Clay, 15 April, 1891, digital copy of original microfilm document, LAC Roll T-6382, page 23. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
[S3771] Cemetery Marker, Peoples Cemetery, Summerside. Jane Townsend Cousins & John Clay, tombstone inscription & photograph; documented by David A. Walker, 22 August 2009.
[S3774] Baptismal Record, digital copy of original record, Ellen Charlotte Clay, North Bedeque United Church Records , Prince Edward Island, Record Book 1, Page 23.. Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Record.
[S3775] Baptismal Record, digital copy of original record, Fulton Johnston Clay, North Bedeque United Church Records , Prince Edward Island, Record Book 1, Page 26.. Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Record.
[S3777] Baptismal Record, digital copy of original record, William Leslie Clay, North Bedeque United Church Records , Prince Edward Island, Record Book 1, Page 27.. Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Record.
[S3773] Baptism Record, digital copy of original record, Elizabeth Anna Clay, North Bedeque United Church Records, Prince Edward Island, Record Book 1, Page 29. Hereinafter cited as Baptism Record.
[S3776] Baptismal Record, digital copy of original record, Mary Elisa Anetta Clay, North Bedeque United Church Records , Prince Edward Island, Record Book 1, Page 31. Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Record.
[S3788] Karin Allan & Dave Hunter, online http://www.islandregister.com/beairsto.html. (The Island Register web site).

John Leitch Clay¹

M, #111223, b. 26 April 1893, d. 22 January 1951

Pedigree

John Leitch Clay (1893-1951). Photo courtesy of Marilyn (Clay) Adair.

Photograph by Picasa

Father

William Leslie Clay² b. 14 Nov 1863, d. 2 Feb 1928

Mother

Florence Nightingale Leitch² b. 29 Sep 1863, d. 17 Jun 1945

Relationship

4th cousin of David Arthur Walker

Charts

Descendants of John Townsend & Catherine Abel
Descendants of David Walker & Margaret Hetherington

Last Edited

13 May 2020

Name Variation

John Leitch Clay is also known as Jack Leitch Clay.³

Birth*

He was born on 26 April 1893 in Northwest Territories, Canada

.²

He was the son of William Leslie Clay and Florence Nightingale Leitch.²

Alt-BirthPlace

An alternate birth place is in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, Canada

.¹

Name-Com

John Leitch Clay is commonly known as John Clay, in 1901.²

(Son) Census HeadHousehold

He was enumerated on the census of 1901 in the household of William Clay, as a son, in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

. Enumerated in the household of William Clay (age 37) were his wife, Florence Leitch (age 37), their children, Margaret (age 9), John (age 7), Helen (age 6) and Florence (age 1). William was a clergyman. The family religion was Presbyterian.²

(Son) Census HeadHousehold

John Leitch Clay was enumerated on the census of 1911 in the household of William Clay, as a son, in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

. Enumerated in the household of William Clay (age 47) were his wife, Florence Leitch (age 46), their children, Margaret Jean (age 19), Jack Leitch (age 18), Helen Amelia (age 16), Florence Mary (age 11) and Kathleen Mabel (age 7). Also enumerated in the household was Florence's sister, Mae Minta Leitch (age 42). William was a clergyman. The family religion was Presbyterian.³

(Son) Census HeadHousehold

John Clay was enumerated on the census of 1921 in the household of William Clay, as a son, in 821 Linden Ave., Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

. Enumerated in the household of William Clay (age 58) were his wife, Florence Leitch (age 58), their children, Margaret (age 29), John (age 27), Helen (age 25), Mary (age 21) and Kathleen (age 16). Also enumerated in the household was Florence's sister, Margaret Leitch (age 54). William was an office clerk. The family religion was Presbyterian.⁴

Marriage*

John Leitch Clay married Lauretta Maud Blake on 22 December 1942, in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

.¹

Death*

John Leitch Clay died on 22 January 1951, at age 57, in Royal Jubilee Hospital, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

.¹

Burial*

He was buried on 5 January 1957 in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

.¹

Family: John Leitch Clay and Lauretta Maud Blake

Citations

[S14779] Compiled by M.C. Adair, "Family Group Sheet for William Leslie Clay" (). . Hereinafter cited as "Family Group Sheet."
[S13907] 1901 Canada Census, Victoria, British Columbia, household #151 of William Leslie Clay, digital copy of original document, Library & Archives Canada, Ottawa; Census Place: Victoria, British Columbia; Microfilm reels T-6428 to T-6556; Page 15. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
[S13909] Digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, household #83 of William Leslie Clay, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Microfilm Reels T-20326 to T-20460, Place: Victoria, British Columbia, Page Number 9.
[S13910] Digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Microfilm; Place: Victoria, British Columbia; Reference Number RG 31; Folder Number 20, Page Number 15.

John Clay Sr.¹

M, #95623, b. circa 1795, d. 12 August 1831

Pedigree

Father

Robert Clay²

Mother

Helen Holms²

Charts

Descendants of David Walker & Margaret Hetherington

Last Edited

4 May 2020

Birth*

John Clay Sr. was born circa 1795 in Dalswinton, Dumfriesshire, Scotland

.¹

He was the son of Robert Clay and Helen Holms.²

Baptism

John Clay Sr. was baptized on 23 July 1798 in Troqueer, Kirkcudbright, Scotland

.³

(Groom) Marriage*

He married Mary Glover, daughter of William Glover and Sarah Walker, on 26 December 1821 in Richmond Parish, Prince County, Prince Edward Island

.¹

Will*

John Clay Sr. left a will on 8 August 1831 in New Annan, Prince County, Prince Edward Island

; "Will of John Clay of New Annan, Millwright. Estate File Will C-65. Two documents (two copies of the Will). Liber 2, Folio 183 (PARO).
Will. Being "very sick and weak of body". To my wife Mary, all of my real and personal property for the remainder of her life, to support her and my children. At her decease, the distribution of my Estate is at the discretion of my Executors. I appoint William Glover, Adam Glover and John Borthwick, all of Prince County as Executors, and give each one shilling, as compensation for the positions.
Dated 8 Aug. 1831. Signed John Clay. Witnessed by James McMurdo, William McMurdo, Jas. Neil.
Presented for probate by William Glover, Adam Glover, and John Borthwick, Executors.
Proved on the oath of William McMurdo on 14 Dec. 1831 before R. Hodgson."⁴

Death*

He died on 12 August 1831, in Bedeque, Prince County, Prince Edward Island

.¹

Burial*

He was buried in the Presbyterian Cemetery, North Bedeque, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, 46.36197,-63.72567

. White marble ballast stone.
Inscription: John Clay / born at Dalswington (sic) / Dumfrieshire / Scotland / Died / Aug. 12, 1831 / In the 36 y'r of his age / - /.⁵

Tombstone, John Clay (c1795-1831), North Bedeque Cemetery, North Bedeque, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.

Children of John Clay Sr. and Mary Glover

William Jamieson Clay⁶ b. c 1822, d. 5 Mar 1854
Adam Nathan Clay+² b. 1825, d. 4 Sep 1884
Catherine Clay+⁷ b. 1827, d. c 1860
John Clay Jr.+¹ b. 1829, d. 22 Nov 1900
Mary J. Clay+² b. 13 Feb 1831, d. 11 Apr 1907

Citations

[S2540] Descendants of William Glover, M. C. Adair, Extracted from computer files.
[S3309] Tom Brown, ancestral report, 22 September 2008.
[S5805] Correspondence with Thomas Brown, (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker).
[S15191] Early Prince Edward Island Probate Records, 1786-1850, compiled by Linda Jean Nicholson, compiler, (Borden-Carleton, Prince County: printed by Transcontinental Prince Edward Island (formerly Williams & Crue), 2004). Hereinafter cited as Early P.E.I. Probate Records, 1786-1850.
[S2634] Cemetery marker for John Clay (1795-1831). John Clay (1795-1831), Cemetery Marker; David Arthur Walker, 27 July 2007.
[S2636] Cemetery marker, North Bedeque Cemetery. William J. Clay, tombstone inscription & photograph; documented by David Walker, 27 July 2007.
[S3126] Baptismal Record: Catherine Clay, North Bedeque United Church Records Records, Baptismal Record, Record Book 1, Page 2, (1827). Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Record: Catherine Clay.

Judith Morgan Clay¹

F, #112258, b. 23 June 1935, d. 21 September 2014

Pedigree

Judith Morgan (Clay) deRonge (c1936-2014). Photo courtesy of M.C. Adair.

Photograph by Picasa

Father

Harvey Reid Clay² b. 14 Feb 1899, d. 12 Jun 1961

Mother

Genevieve Malcuit² b. 1905, d. 1999

Relationship

4th cousin 1 time removed of David Arthur Walker

Charts

Descendants of John Townsend & Catherine Abel
Descendants of David Walker & Margaret Hetherington

Last Edited

24 Jul 2022

Name-Com

Judith Morgan Clay is commonly known as Judith Clay.²

Birth*

She was born on 23 June 1935 in West Hartford, Hartford County, Connecticut, U.S.A.

.¹

She was the daughter of Harvey Reid Clay and Genevieve Malcuit.²

(Daughter) Census HeadHousehold

Judith Morgan Clay was enumerated on the census of 8 April 1940 in the household of Harvey Reid Clay, as a daughter, in 203 Oxford St., Hartford, Hartford County, Connecticut, U.S.A.

. Enumerated in the household of Harvey Clay (age 41) are his wife Genevieve Malcuit (age 34), their children Donald (age 9) and Judith (age 4).²

(Daughter) Census HeadHousehold

Judith Clay was enumerated on the census of 7 April 1950 in the household of Harvey Reid Clay, as a daughter, in Hartford, Hartford County, Connecticut, U.S.A.

. Enumerated in the household of Harvey Clay (age 51) were his wife Genevieve Malcuit (age 44), their son Donald (age 19) and daughter Judith (age 14). Harvey was an estimator for a structural steel company. Genevieve was a secretary for an electrical distributor. Donald worked in a retail department store.³

Death*

Judith Morgan Clay died on 21 September 2014, at age 79, in West Hartford, Hartford County, Connecticut, U.S.A.

.¹

Citations

[S2541] Correspondence with M.C. Adair. . (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker).
[S14765] 1940 U.S. Census, Hartford, Hartford County, Connecticut, household of Harvey Clay, 8 April 1940, digital copy of original document, Roll M-t0627-00538, Page 6B, Enumeration District 10-154. National Archives & Records Administration, Washington, D.C.. National Archives and Records Administration, Washington, D.C., U.S.A..
[S17434] 1950 United States Federal Census, Hartford, Hartford County, Connecticut, household of Harvey R. Clay, 7 April 1950, digital copy of original census document, NARA Roll 333. National Archives and Records Administration, Washington, D.C., U.S.A..

Kathleen Mabel Clay^1,2

F, #111226, b. 3 March 1904, d. 14 March 1993

Pedigree

Kathleen Mabel Clay (1905-1993). Photo courtesy of M.C. Adair.

Photograph by Picasa

Father

William Leslie Clay¹ b. 14 Nov 1863, d. 2 Feb 1928

Mother

Florence Nightingale Leitch¹ b. 29 Sep 1863, d. 17 Jun 1945

Relationship

4th cousin of David Arthur Walker

Charts

Descendants of John Townsend & Catherine Abel
Descendants of David Walker & Margaret Hetherington

Last Edited

22 Mar 2020

Name-Com

Kathleen Mabel Clay is commonly known as Kathleen Clay.³

Birth*

She was born on 3 March 1904 in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

.²

She was the daughter of William Leslie Clay and Florence Nightingale Leitch.¹

Alt-Birth Date

An alternate recorded birth date is in March 1905 in British Columbia, Canada

.¹

(Daughter) Census HeadHousehold

Kathleen Mabel Clay was enumerated on the census of 1911 in the household of William Clay, as a daughter, in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

. Enumerated in the household of William Clay (age 47) were his wife, Florence Leitch (age 46), their children, Margaret Jean (age 19), Jack Leitch (age 18), Helen Amelia (age 16), Florence Mary (age 11) and Kathleen Mabel (age 7). Also enumerated in the household was Florence's sister, Mae Minta Leitch (age 42). William was a clergyman. The family religion was Presbyterian.¹

(Daughter) Census HeadHousehold

Kathleen Clay was enumerated on the census of 1921 in the household of William Clay, as a daughter, in 821 Linden Ave., Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

. Enumerated in the household of William Clay (age 58) were his wife, Florence Leitch (age 58), their children, Margaret (age 29), John (age 27), Helen (age 25), Mary (age 21) and Kathleen (age 16). Also enumerated in the household was Florence's sister, Margaret Leitch (age 54). William was an office clerk. The family religion was Presbyterian.³

Death*

Kathleen Mabel Clay died on 14 March 1993, at age 89, in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

; she never married.²

Burial*

She was buried in Ross Bay Cemetery, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

.²

Citations

[S13909] Digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, household #83 of William Leslie Clay, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Microfilm Reels T-20326 to T-20460, Place: Victoria, British Columbia, Page Number 9.
[S14779] Compiled by M.C. Adair, "Family Group Sheet for William Leslie Clay" (). . Hereinafter cited as "Family Group Sheet."
[S13910] Digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Microfilm; Place: Victoria, British Columbia; Reference Number RG 31; Folder Number 20, Page Number 15.

Leslie Clay¹

M, #111219, b. 25 April 1894, d. 28 April 1894

Pedigree

Father

Alexander Anderson Clay¹ b. 8 Nov 1858, d. 7 Feb 1925

Mother

Grace Lydia Reid¹ b. 8 Nov 1861, d. 22 Feb 1953

Relationship

4th cousin of David Arthur Walker

Charts

Descendants of John Townsend & Catherine Abel
Descendants of David Walker & Margaret Hetherington

Last Edited

1 Mar 2020

Name Variation

Leslie Clay might also have been known as Merrill Clay.¹

Birth*

He was born on 25 April 1894 in Trenton, Pictou County, Nova Scotia, Canada

.¹

He was the son of Alexander Anderson Clay and Grace Lydia Reid.¹

Death*

Leslie Clay died on 28 April 1894, at age 3 days, in Trenton, Pictou County, Nova Scotia, Canada

.¹

Citations

[S13901] Compiled by M.C. Adair, "Family Group Sheet for Alexander Anderson Clay". Hereinafter cited as "Family Group Sheet."

Leslie Dawson Clay¹

M, #112276, b. 18 October 1896, d. 31 October 1898

Pedigree

Father

William Leslie Clay¹ b. 14 Nov 1863, d. 2 Feb 1928

Mother

Florence Nightingale Leitch¹ b. 29 Sep 1863, d. 17 Jun 1945

Relationship

4th cousin of David Arthur Walker

Charts

Descendants of John Townsend & Catherine Abel
Descendants of David Walker & Margaret Hetherington

Last Edited

13 May 2020

Birth*

Leslie Dawson Clay was born on 18 October 1896.¹

He was the son of William Leslie Clay and Florence Nightingale Leitch.¹

Death*

Leslie Dawson Clay died on 31 October 1898, at age 2 years and 13 days, in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

; cause of death was the result of playing with matches in his bedroom after being left for his afternoon nap. The burns to his body were too extensive for him to survive more than three hours.¹ [Victoria Colonist, 1 November 1898]

Burial*

He was buried in Ross Bay Cemetery, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

.¹

Citations

[S14779] Compiled by M.C. Adair, "Family Group Sheet for William Leslie Clay" (). . Hereinafter cited as "Family Group Sheet."

Margaret Jean Clay¹

F, #111222, b. 30 September 1891, d. 17 April 1982

Pedigree

Margaret Jean Clay (1891-1982). Photo courtesy of Marilyn (Clay) Adair.

Photograph by Picasa

Father

William Leslie Clay² b. 14 Nov 1863, d. 2 Feb 1928

Mother

Florence Nightingale Leitch² b. 29 Sep 1863, d. 17 Jun 1945

Relationship

4th cousin of David Arthur Walker

Charts

Descendants of John Townsend & Catherine Abel
Descendants of David Walker & Margaret Hetherington

Last Edited

22 Mar 2020

Name-Com

Margaret Jean Clay is commonly known as Margaret Clay.²

Birth*

She was born on 30 September 1891 in Northwest Territories, Canada

; the 1911 census recorded her birth year as 1892.²

She was the daughter of William Leslie Clay and Florence Nightingale Leitch.²

Alt-BirthPlace

An alternate birth place is in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan (the Territories), Canada

.³

(Daughter) Census HeadHousehold

Margaret Clay was enumerated on the census of 1901 in the household of William Clay, as a daughter, in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

. Enumerated in the household of William Clay (age 37) were his wife, Florence Leitch (age 37), their children, Margaret (age 9), John (age 7), Helen (age 6) and Florence (age 1). William was a clergyman. The family religion was Presbyterian.²

(Daughter) Census HeadHousehold

Margaret Jean Clay was enumerated on the census of 1911 in the household of William Clay, as a daughter, in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

. Enumerated in the household of William Clay (age 47) were his wife, Florence Leitch (age 46), their children, Margaret Jean (age 19), Jack Leitch (age 18), Helen Amelia (age 16), Florence Mary (age 11) and Kathleen Mabel (age 7). Also enumerated in the household was Florence's sister, Mae Minta Leitch (age 42). William was a clergyman. The family religion was Presbyterian.¹

(Daughter) Census HeadHousehold

Margaret Clay was enumerated on the census of 1921 in the household of William Clay, as a daughter, in 821 Linden Ave., Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

. Enumerated in the household of William Clay (age 58) were his wife, Florence Leitch (age 58), their children, Margaret (age 29), John (age 27), Helen (age 25), Mary (age 21) and Kathleen (age 16). Also enumerated in the household was Florence's sister, Margaret Leitch (age 54). William was an office clerk. The family religion was Presbyterian.⁴

Death*

Margaret Jean Clay died on 17 April 1982, at age 90, in St. Mary's Hospital, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

; she never married.³

Burial*

She was buried in Ross Bay Cemetery, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

.³

Citations

[S13909] Digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, household #83 of William Leslie Clay, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Microfilm Reels T-20326 to T-20460, Place: Victoria, British Columbia, Page Number 9.
[S13907] 1901 Canada Census, Victoria, British Columbia, household #151 of William Leslie Clay, digital copy of original document, Library & Archives Canada, Ottawa; Census Place: Victoria, British Columbia; Microfilm reels T-6428 to T-6556; Page 15. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
[S14779] Compiled by M.C. Adair, "Family Group Sheet for William Leslie Clay" (). . Hereinafter cited as "Family Group Sheet."
[S13910] Digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Microfilm; Place: Victoria, British Columbia; Reference Number RG 31; Folder Number 20, Page Number 15.

Mary Elisa Anetta Clay¹

F, #96939, b. 10 October 1869, d. 13 February 1941

Pedigree

Father

John Clay Jr.¹ b. 1829, d. 22 Nov 1900

Mother

Jane Townsend Cousins¹ b. 1832, d. 8 Sep 1899

Relationship

3rd cousin 1 time removed of David Arthur Walker

Charts

Descendants of John Townsend & Catherine Abel
Descendants of David Walker & Margaret Hetherington

Last Edited

3 Mar 2021

Birth*

Mary Elisa Anetta Clay was born on 10 October 1869 in Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island

; her baptism record shows her age as "4 months".¹

She was the daughter of John Clay Jr. and Jane Townsend Cousins.¹

Baptism

Mary Elisa Anetta Clay was baptized on 13 February 1870 in the Presbyterian Church, North Bedeque, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, 46.36518,-63.72410

.¹

(Daughter) Census HeadHousehold

She was enumerated on the census of 1881 in the household of John Clay Jr., as a daughter, in Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada

. Enumerated in the household with John (age 52) were his wife Jane (age 48), children Alexander (age 22), Fulton (age 19), William (age 17), Elizabeth (age 14), Mary (age 10) and Caroline (age 6). John was a land surveyor, Alexander a store clerk, Fulton a school teacher. There was also a lodger, Alexander Anderson (age 86), occupation listed as land surveyor. The family religion was Presbyterian.²

Name-Com

Mary Elisa Anetta Clay is commonly known as Mary Clay, in 1881.²

Name-Com

She is commonly known as Nettie Clay, in 1891.³

(Daughter) Census HeadHousehold

She was enumerated on the census of 15 April 1891 in the household of John Clay Jr., as a daughter, in Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada

. Enumerated in the household with John (age 62) were his wife Jane (age 58), children Bessie/Elizabeth (age 20), Nettie/Mary Elisa Anetta (age 18) and Carrie/Caroline (age 16). John was a Deputy Sheriff, Nettie a Music Teacher. The family religion was Presbyterian. Jane's brother, John Cousins (age 63) was also living in the household, as well as three unrelated lodgers.³

Marriage*

Annetta Clay married Donald Johnstone, son of David Johnstone and Elizabeth Montgomery, on 2 November 1894, in Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada

. "At the home of the bride’s parents, on Tuesday morning, the 2nd inst., by Rev. E. M. Dill, Miss Annetta Clay, daughter of Deputy Sheriff Clay, to Mr. D. Montgomery Johnston, of Long River." [Island Farmer Oct 4, 1894; [Mr. D.M.] Summerside Journal Oct 3, 1894]. "At the residence of the bride’s father, Oct. 2nd, by Rev. F. M. Dill, B. D., Mr. Donald M. Johnstone, of Long River, to Miss Hettie, daughter of Mr. John Clay, Summerside."⁴ [The Watchman Oct 11, 1894; Island Guardian Oct 11, 1894]

(Wife) Census HeadHousehold

Nettie Clay was enumerated on the census of 1901 in the household of Donald Johnstone, as his wife, in Lot 20, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada

. Enumerated in the household with Donald (age 31) were his wife Nettie (age 31), children Helen (age 4), Florence (age 2) & Jean (age 11 months), sister Ella (age 24) and mother Elizabeth (age 64). Donald was a miller. The family religion was Presbyterian.⁵

Name-Com

Mary Elisa Anetta Clay is commonly known as Annetta, in 1911.⁶

(Wife) Census HeadHousehold

She was enumerated on the census of 15 June 1911 in the household of Donald Johnstone, as his wife, in Lot 20, Long River, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada

. Enumerated in the household of Donald Johnstone (age 41) were his wife, Annetta Clay (age 41), their children, David (age 5), Helen (age 14), Florence (age 13), Jane (age 11), Amy (age 9), Marion (age 7) & Mary (age 11 months) and Donald's mother Elizabeth (age 74). Donald was a miller. The family religion was Presbyterian.⁶

(Wife) Census HeadHousehold

Annetta Clay was enumerated on the census of 1921 in the household of Donald Johnstone, as his wife, in Lot 20, Long River, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada

. Enumerated in the household of Donald Johnstone (age 52) were his wife, Annetta Clay (age 57), their children, Helen (age 24), Florence (age 23), Jean (age 26), Amy (age 19), Marion (age 17), David (age 15) & Mary (age 10) and Donald's mother Elizabeth (age 86). Donald was a miller. The family religion was Presbyterian.⁷

Death*

Mary Elisa Anetta Clay died on 13 February 1941, at age 71, in Calgary, Alberta, Canada

.⁸

Children of Mary Elisa Anetta Clay and Donald Montgomery Johnstone

Helen Johnstone⁵ b. 7 Jan 1897
Florence M. Johnstone⁵ b. 25 May 1898, d. May 1955
Jean Johnstone⁵ b. 30 May 1900
Amy A. Johnstone⁶ b. Mar 1902
Marion Johnstone⁶ b. 28 Feb 1904, d. 21 Jun 1925
David Clay Johnstone⁶ b. 9 Mar 1906
Mary K. Johnstone⁶ b. Jul 1910, d. 1979

Citations

[S3776] Baptismal Record, digital copy of original record, Mary Elisa Anetta Clay, North Bedeque United Church Records , Prince Edward Island, Record Book 1, Page 31. Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Record.
[S6917] 1881 Canada Census, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household #207 of John Clay, digital copy of original microfilm document, LAC Roll C-13162, page 47. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
[S6918] 1891 Canada Census, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household #94 of John Clay, 15 April, 1891, digital copy of original microfilm document, LAC Roll T-6382, page 23. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
[S14639] Century of Immigration, Marriage and Death Records from Prince Edward Island Newspapers, 1780-1900, compiled by Leland Currie 2019, PDF file on CD , Century of Immigration, Marriage and Death Records, CD, compiled by Leland Currie, 2019. Hereinafter cited as Century of Immigration, Marriage and Death Records.
[S5806] 1901 Canada Census, Lot 20, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, household 119 of Donald Johnstone, digital copy of original microfilm document, Page 14. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
[S13914] 1911 Canada Census, Long River, Lot 20, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, household #68 of Donald M. Johnson (Johnstone), 15 June 1911, digital copy of original document, LAC Microfilm reels T-20326 to T-20460, Page 8. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
[S13915] 1921 Canada Census, Long River, Lot 20, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, household #64 of Donald M. Johnson (Johnstone), digital copy of original document, Reference Number RG 31; Folder Number 104; Page 7. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
[S5805] Correspondence with Thomas Brown, (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker).

Mary J. Clay¹

F, #96410, b. 13 February 1831, d. 11 April 1907

Pedigree

Father

John Clay Sr.¹ b. c 1795, d. 12 Aug 1831

Mother

Mary Glover¹ b. 1806, d. 10 May 1869

Relationship

2nd cousin 2 times removed of David Arthur Walker

Charts

Descendants of David Walker & Margaret Hetherington

Last Edited

24 Jun 2020

Birth*

Mary J. Clay was born on 13 February 1831 in Bedeque, Prince County, Prince Edward Island

; the 1901 census recorded her birth date as 10 November 1828.¹

She was the daughter of John Clay Sr. and Mary Glover.¹

(First) Marriage*

Mary J. Clay married first John Scott.²

(Second) Marriage*

Mary J. Clay married second William Robinson, son of William Robinson and Martha Loe, on 29 January 1854 in Restigouche County, New Brunswick, Canada

.¹

(Wife) Census HeadHousehold

Mary J. Clay was enumerated on the census of 1861 in the household of William Robinson, as his wife, in Parish of Dalhousie, Restigouche County, New Brunswick

. Enumerated in the household of William Robinson (age 41) were his wife, Mary Clay (age 38), their children, George (age 7), Paul (age 5), Eleanor (age 2) and William (age 8 months). William was a farmer. The family religion was Presbyterian.³

(Wife) Census HeadHousehold

Mary J. Clay was enumerated on the census of April 1871 in the household of William Robinson, as his wife, in Dalhousie, Restigouche County, New Brunswick, Canada

. Enumerated in the household of William (age 50) were his wife, Mary Clay (age 39), their children, George (age 16), Paul (age 14), Mary (age 12), William (age 10), Adam (age 8), Martha (age 5), Emma (age 3), John (age 9 months) and Asher (age 9 months). William and George were farmers. William was Anglican, while Mary and the children were Presbyterian.⁴

(Wife) Census HeadHousehold

Mary J. Clay was enumerated on the census of 1881 in the household of William Robinson, as his wife, in Dover, Kent County, Ontario, Canada

. Enumerated in the household of William Robinson (age 60) were his wife, Mary Clay (age 49), their children, John (age 10), Asher (age 10), William (age 20) and Martha (age 15). William was a labourer. William was Anglican, while Mary and their children were Presbyterian. They lived in the adjacent household to their son Paul and his wife.⁵

(Wife) Census HeadHousehold

Mary J. Clay was enumerated on the census of 7 April 1891 in the household of William Robinson, as his wife, in Dover, Kent County, Ontario, Canada

. Enumerated in the household of William Robinson (age 69) were his wife, Mary Clay (age 60), their children, Asher (age 20) and John (age 20). William was a farmer. The family religion was Presbyterian. William, Asher and John were farmers. The family religion was Anglican, except Mary, who was Methodist.⁶

(Mother) Census HeadHousehold

Mary J. Clay appeared on the census of 1901 in the household of George Cavill Scott, as mother, in Harwich, Kent County, Ontario, Canada

. Enumerated in the household of George Scott (age 46) were his wife, Elva Halstead (age 41), their children, George (age 13), Morley (age 12), Wilfred (age 9), James (age 8), Hubert (age 6), Calton (age 4) & Walter (age 2), and George's mother, Mary Clay (age 72). George was a farmer. The family religion was Methodist.⁷

Death*

Mary J. Clay died on 11 April 1907, at age 76, in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan, U.S.A.

.¹

Burial*

She was buried in Woodmere Cemetery, Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan, U.S.A.

.⁸

Family: Mary J. Clay and John Scott

Children of Mary J. Clay and William Robinson

George Cavil Robinson+¹ b. 15 Sep 1854, d. 7 Apr 1931
Paul Robinson+¹ b. 16 Sep 1856, d. 1911
Eleanor Mary Robinson¹ b. 27 Jan 1859
William Clay Robinson+¹ b. 14 Mar 1861, d. 11 Aug 1921
Adam Clay Robinson¹ b. 4 Mar 1863, d. 17 Mar 1880
Martha Loe Robinson+¹ b. 11 Sep 1865
Amy Ann Robinson+¹ b. 3 Apr 1868, d. 26 Jun 1945
Asher Loe Robinson¹ b. 28 Jul 1870, d. 19 Jun 1936
John Clay Robinson¹ b. 28 Jul 1870, d. 25 Dec 1939
Catherine Craig Robinson+¹ b. 15 Aug 1873, d. 25 Dec 1942

Citations

[S3309] Tom Brown, ancestral report, 22 September 2008.
[S2541] Correspondence with M.C. Adair. . (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker).
[S15343] Household of William Robinson, digital copy of original document, National Archives of Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, unknown repository LAC Roll C-1004.
[S15250] Household #48 of William Robinson, April 1871 digital copy of original microfilm document, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada LAC Microfilm Reel C-10386, Page 15.
[S15359] 1881 Canada Census, Dover, Kent County, Ontario, household #257 of William Robinson, digital copy of original document, LAC Microfilm reel C-13279, Page 58. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
[S15345] Of William Robinson Household #16, 7 April 1891 digital copy of original document, National Archives of Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, Library and Archives Canada, Ottawa, Ontario., unknown repository Enumeration District 79; Roll T-6346.
[S15342] 1901 Canada Census, Harwich Township, Kent County, Ontario, household #30 of George C. Scott, digital copy of original document, LAC microfilm reels T-6428 to T-6556; Page 3. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
[S15213] Burial Record ~ Mary (Clay) Robinson, findagrave.com, Memorial ID #19984615. Hereinafter cited as Burial Record.

Mary Jane Clay¹

F, #111302, b. 29 May 1855, d. 29 March 1876

Pedigree

Father

Adam Nathan Clay¹ b. 1825, d. 4 Sep 1884

Mother

Catherine Carruthers¹ b. 1823, d. 30 Jul 1893

Relationship

3rd cousin 1 time removed of David Arthur Walker

Charts

Descendants of David Walker & Margaret Hetherington

Last Edited

6 Apr 2020

Name-Com

Mary Jane Clay is commonly known as Mary Clay.²

Birth*

She was born on 29 May 1855 in Prince Edward Island

.¹

She was the daughter of Adam Nathan Clay and Catherine Carruthers.¹

(Daughter) Census HeadHousehold

Mary Clay was enumerated on the census of 30 June 1870 in the household of Adam Nathan Clay, as a daughter, in East Boston, Suffolk County, Massachusetts, U.S.A.

. Enumerated in the household of Adam Clay (age 45) were his wife, Catherine Carruthers (age 51) and their daughter Mary (age 15).²

Death*

Mary Jane Clay died on 29 March 1876, at age 20, in East Boston, Suffolk County, Massachusetts, U.S.A.

; "At East Boston, on the 25th ult., of consumption, Mary Jane, only child of Adam and Catherine Clay, formerly of P.E.I. in the 21st [poss] year of her age....³ " [Argus May 9, 1876; The Weekly or Semi-Weekly Patriot May 12, 1876; The (Charlottetown) Examiner May 8, 1876]

Citations

[S2541] Correspondence with M.C. Adair. . (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker).
[S13958] 1870 U.S. Census Records, East Boston, Suffolk County, Massachusetts, household of Adam Clay, 30 June 1870, digital copy of original document, Family History Library Film 552139. NARA Roll M593_640. Ancestry (Canada), http://www.ancestry.ca
[S14639] Century of Immigration, Marriage and Death Records from Prince Edward Island Newspapers, 1780-1900, compiled by Leland Currie 2019, PDF file on CD , Century of Immigration, Marriage and Death Records, CD, compiled by Leland Currie, 2019. Hereinafter cited as Century of Immigration, Marriage and Death Records.

Merrill Allan Clay¹

M, #95630, b. 1 August 1896, d. 26 July 1969

Pedigree

Merrill Allan Clay (1896-1969), World War I photo. Photo courtesy of Marilyn (Clay) Adair.

Photograph by Picasa

Merrill Allan Clay (1896-1969), during World War II as Lieutenant Colonel , No. 7 Company, Canadian Dental Corps, District Dental Officer, Saint John, New Brunswick. Photo courtesy of Marilyn (Clay) Adair.

Photograph by Picasa

Father

Alexander Anderson Clay¹ b. 8 Nov 1858, d. 7 Feb 1925

Mother

Grace Lydia Reid¹ b. 8 Nov 1861, d. 22 Feb 1953

Relationship

4th cousin of David Arthur Walker

Charts

Descendants of John Townsend & Catherine Abel
Descendants of David Walker & Margaret Hetherington

Last Edited

13 May 2020

Name-Com

Merrill Allan Clay is commonly known as Merrill Clay.²

Birth*

He was born on 1 August 1896 in New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia, Canada

.³

He was the son of Alexander Anderson Clay and Grace Lydia Reid.¹

(Son) Census HeadHousehold

Merrill Clay was enumerated on the census of April 1901 in the household of Alexander Anderson Clay, as a son, in New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia, Canada

. Enumerated in the household of Alexander Clay (age 42) were his wife, Grace Reid (age 39), their children, Vera (age 12), Hazel (age 9), Merrill (age 4) and Harvey (age 2). Alexander was a commercial traveler. The family religion was Presbyterian.²

Group Photo*

He was included in a group photograph, December 1906.⁴

Siblings Merrill (1896-1969), Gwendolyn (1902-1985) and Harvey Clay (1899-1961). Photo courtesy of Marilyn (Clay) Adair.

Photograph by Picasa

(Son) Census HeadHousehold

Merrill Clay was enumerated on the census of 1911 in the household of Alexander Anderson Clay, as a son, in New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia, Canada

. Enumerated in the household of Alexander Clay (age 52) were his wife, Grace Reid (age 50), their children, Hazel (age 19), Merrill (age 14), Harvey (age 12) and Gwendolyn (age 8). Alexander was a commercial traveler. The family religion was Methodist.⁵

Milit-Beg*

Merrill Allan Clay began military service on 16 June 1916 in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

; he enlisted in the 1st Canadian Division Signal Company, and served in France. His pay was $16 monthly. He arrived in England on 20 November, 1916, taken on strength the next day and given the rank of Acting Lance Corporal. He requested to be reverted to the ranks on proceeding overseas. On 30 November 1917 he was diagnosed in hospital with an ulcer of the cornea. On 8 December 1917 he returned to his unit, but was declared to have defective vision. He was granted 14 days leave to the U.K. He was awarded a Good Conduct Badge on 13 July 1918. He returned to Canada on 19 March 1919 on the vessel Olympic, arriving in Halifax 21 April 1919.³

(Son) Census HeadHousehold

He was enumerated on the census of 1921 in the household of Alexander Anderson Clay, as a son, in New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia, Canada

. Enumerated in the household of Alexander Clay (age 62) were his wife, Grace Reid (age 59), their children, Merrill (age 24) and Gwendolyn (age 18). The family religion was Presbyterian.⁶

Graduation*

Merrill Allan Clay graduated in 1923 from School of Dentistry, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

; he graduated with a Doctorate of Dental Surgery.⁷

Marriage*

He married Mary Cecelia Kelly Holmes on 6 June 1932, in Mulgrave, Guysborough County, Nova Scotia, Canada

.¹

Milit-Beg

Merrill Allan Clay began military service on 11 November 1939 in Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada

; he joined 7th Company, Canadian Dental Corps, with the rank of Lieutenant. He was promoted to Captain 17 February 1940, and confirmed in the rank of Major as of 5 October 1941. He was further promoted to Lt. Col. 15 April 1943. From 13 October 1943 he served with No. 31, C.D.C., military District 11, Vancouver, to command that company. On 22 May 1944 he was assigned to 30th Company, C.D.C. at Winnipeg, as Commanding Officer. On 17 April 1945 he was posted to National Defense Headquarters in Ottawa.⁷

Death*

He died on 26 July 1969, at age 72, in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

.¹

Burial*

He was buried on 29 July 1969 in Notre Dame Cemetery, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

.⁸

Family: Merrill Allan Clay and Mary Cecelia Kelly Holmes

Citations

[S2540] Descendants of William Glover, M. C. Adair, Extracted from computer files.
[S13903] 1901 Canada Census, New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia, household #66 of Alex. A. Clay, April 1901, digital copy of original document, Library & Archives Canada, Ottawa; Census Place: Lot 28, New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia; Microfilm reels T-6428 to T-6556; Page 8. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
[S14761] "WWI Attestation Paper, Canadian Over-Seas Expeditionary Force", Canada, WWI Personnel Files, 1914-1918; Ancestry (Canada); http://www.ancestry.ca. Hereinafter cited as "WWI Attestation Paper."
[S2541] Correspondence with M.C. Adair. . (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker).
[S13904] 1911 Canada Census, New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia, household #194 of Alexander A. Clay, digital copy of original document, Library & Archives Canada, Ottawa; Census Place: New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia; Microfilm reel 2417688, Digital Folder Number 7526743, Image Number 700, Page 11. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
[S13905] 1921 Canada Census, New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia, household #111 of Alexander A. Clay, digital copy of original document, Library & Archives Canada, Ottawa; Census Place: New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia; Reference Number RG 31; Folder Number 47, Page Number 11. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
[S13901] Compiled by M.C. Adair, "Family Group Sheet for Alexander Anderson Clay". Hereinafter cited as "Family Group Sheet."
[S14762] Dr. Merrill Allan Clay entry Death Notice, The Ottawa Journal, published 29 July 1969, page 26, City of Ottawa Archives, Date Range 1969-1970, Microfilm Number 600, City of Ottawa Archives, City of Ottawa Archives, 100 Tallwood Dr., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Hereinafter cited as Death Notice, The Ottawa Journal.

Minnie Clay¹

F, #67877

Pedigree

Father

Rev. Fred Clay¹ b. 1865, d. 1932

Mother

Deborah Louise Brien¹ b. 1865, d. 1951

Last Edited

11 Feb 2020

Minnie Clay was the daughter of Rev. Fred Clay and Deborah Louise Brien.¹

(Interred) Burial

Minnie Clay was buried in the plot of Angus Brien, in the People's Cemetery, Crapaud, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.22506,-63.47780

.
Inscription: Angus Brien / 1829 - 1908 / His Wife / Mary Lowther / 1843 - 1919 / John Harrison / 1887 - 1908 / BRIEN
Back: CLAY
Footstone: Harrison
Footstone: Mother
Footstone: Father
Footstone: Deborah Brien / Clay / 1865 - 1951
Footstone: Rev. Fred Clay / 1865 - 1932
Footstone: Brien
Footstone: Minnie Clay.²

Citations

[S362] Harold Cairns, Electronic Family File, Stanley Bridge, Prince Edward Island.
[S12641] Cemetery Marker, Peoples Cemetery, Crapaud, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Angus Brien family plot, photograph & inscription; read by David A. Walker, 15 September 2017.

Robert Clay¹

M, #96438

Pedigree

Last Edited

27 Sep 2008

Marriage*

Robert Clay married Helen Holms.¹

Child of Robert Clay and Helen Holms

John Clay Sr.+¹ b. c 1795, d. 12 Aug 1831

Citations

[S3309] Tom Brown, ancestral report, 22 September 2008.

Russell Warren Clay¹

M, #99821, b. 27 January 1896, d. 23 October 1967

Pedigree

Father

Fulton Johnston Clay² b. Nov 1861, d. 1 Jan 1928

Mother

Evelyn Lea Laird² b. Jun 1861, d. 22 Jul 1913

Relationship

4th cousin of David Arthur Walker

Charts

Descendants of John Townsend & Catherine Abel
Descendants of David Walker & Margaret Hetherington

Last Edited

27 Jul 2022

Name-Com

Russell Warren Clay is commonly known as Russell Clay.³

Birth*

He was born on 27 January 1896 in Iowa, U.S.A.

.²

He was the son of Fulton Johnston Clay and Evelyn Lea Laird.²

(Son) Census HeadHousehold

Russell Clay was enumerated on the census of 12 June 1900 in the household of Fulton John Clay, as a son, in Sheldon, O'Brien County, Iowa, U.S.A.

. Enumerated in the household of Fulton John Clay (age 38) were his wife, Evelyn Laird (age 38), their children, Edith (age 11) and Russell (age 2). Fulton was a bookkeeper.⁴

(Son) Census HeadHousehold

Russell Clay was enumerated on the census of 16 April 1910 in the household of Fulton Johnston Clay, as a son, in 701 East Indiana Ave., Spokane, Spokane County, Washington, U.S.A.

. Enumerated in the household of Fulton John Clay (age 48) were his wife, Evelyn Laird (age 48), their children, Edith (age 21) and Russell (age 14). Fulton was a stock broker.⁵

Marriage*

Russell Warren Clay married Marie Altenberg Miller on 8 August 1917, in District of Columbia, U.S.A.

.⁶

Census HeadHousehold*

Russell Warren Clay was head of the household in the census of 4 April 1930 in 6004 6th Ave. N.W., Seattle, King County, Washington, U.S.A.

. Enumerated in the household of Russell Clay (age 33) were his wife Marie Miller (age 32), their children, Warren (age 8) and Evelyn (age 3). Warren had his own business as a painting contractor.⁷

Census HeadHousehold

He was head of the household in the census of 12 April 1940 in 6006 6th Ave N.E., Seattle, King County, Washington, U.S.A.

. Enumerated in the household of Russell Clay (age 44) were his wife Marie Miller (age 44), their children, Warren (age 18) and Evelyn (age 13). Warren had his own construction business.⁸

Census HeadHousehold

He was head of the household in the census of 5 April 1950 in Seattle, King County, Washington, U.S.A.

. Enumerated in the household of Russell Clay (age 56) were his wife, Maria Miller (age 54), their son Warren (age 28), his wife Juanice Cothern (age 27), their daughters, Marcia (age 5), Nancy (age 3) and Cynthia (age 2). Russell was a real estate salesman. Maria was a clerk typist for Veteran's Administration. Warren was a truck driver for a construction company.³

Death*

He died on 23 October 1967, at age 71, in Mountlake Terrace, Snohomish County, Washington, U.S.A.

.¹

Children of Russell Warren Clay and Marie Altenberg Miller

Warren Spencer Clay+⁹ b. 20 Jan 1922, d. 13 Feb 1992
Evelyn Marie Clay¹⁰ b. 28 Dec 1926

Citations

[S2541] Correspondence with M.C. Adair. . (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker).
[S5805] Correspondence with Thomas Brown, (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker).
[S17437] 1950 United States Federal Census, Seattle, King County, Washington, household of Russell Clay, 5 April 1950, digital copy of original census document, NARA Roll 825. National Archives and Records Administration, Washington, D.C., U.S.A..
[S13911] 1900 US Census, Sheldon, O'Brien County, Iowa, household #254 of Fulton John Clay, 12 June 1900, digital copy of original document, National Archives & Records Administration, Enumeration District 0082; FHL microfilm 1240451; Page 13. National Archives and Records Administration, Washington, D.C., U.S.A..
[S13913] 1910 US Census - Spokane, Ward 5, Spokane County, Washington, household #30 of Fulton John Clay, 16 April 1910, digital copy of original document, National Archives & Records Administration, Enumeration District 0201; Roll T624_1671; FHL microfilm 1375684; Page 2A. National Archives and Records Administration, Washington, D.C., U.S.A..
[S17436] Russell Warren Clay & Marie Altenberg Miller, (8 August 1917), Washington, D.C., U.S., Compiled Marriage Index, 1830-1921, FHL Film Number 2051920 Reference ID 79946. Hereinafter cited as Washington, D.C., U.S., Compiled Marriage Index, 1830-1921.
[S13936] 1930 US Census, Seattle, King County, Washington, household of Russell W. Clay, 4 April 1940, digital image, FHL Roll 2342226, Page 5A. Enumeration district 0020. National Archives and Records Administration, Washington, D.C., U.S.A..
[S13937] 1940 US Census, Seattle, King County, Washington, household of Russell W. Clay, 12 April 1940, digital image, NARA Roll m-t0627-04375, Page 9B. Enumeration district 40-52. National Archives and Records Administration, Washington, D.C., U.S.A..
[S2541] Correspondence with M.C. Adair. . (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker), Marilyn Adair sourced Washington State Board of Health, Certificate of Birth, Record #505.
[S2541] Correspondence with M.C. Adair. . (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker), Marilyn Adair sourced Washington State Board of Health, Certificate of Birth, Record #4751.

Ruth Clay¹

F, #111216, b. 12 July 1890, d. 3 November 1890

Pedigree

Father

Alexander Anderson Clay¹ b. 8 Nov 1858, d. 7 Feb 1925

Mother

Grace Lydia Reid¹ b. 8 Nov 1861, d. 22 Feb 1953

Relationship

4th cousin of David Arthur Walker

Charts

Descendants of John Townsend & Catherine Abel
Descendants of David Walker & Margaret Hetherington

Last Edited

13 May 2020

Birth*

Ruth Clay was born on 12 July 1890 in Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada

.¹

She was the daughter of Alexander Anderson Clay and Grace Lydia Reid.¹

Death*

Ruth Clay died on 3 November 1890, at age 3 months and 22 days, in Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada

; "At Summerside, on Monday, the 3rd inst., Ruth, age 3 months and 22 days, infant daughter of Grace L and A. A. Clay."² [Weekly Examiner Nov 14, 1890]

Citations

[S13901] Compiled by M.C. Adair, "Family Group Sheet for Alexander Anderson Clay". Hereinafter cited as "Family Group Sheet."
[S14639] Century of Immigration, Marriage and Death Records from Prince Edward Island Newspapers, 1780-1900, compiled by Leland Currie 2019, PDF file on CD , Century of Immigration, Marriage and Death Records, CD, compiled by Leland Currie, 2019. Hereinafter cited as Century of Immigration, Marriage and Death Records.

Vera Blanche Clay¹

F, #111215, b. 23 August 1888, d. 8 June 1910

Pedigree

Vera Blanche Clay (1888-1910). Photo courtesy of M.C. Adair, who described the source as a small photo from a locket owned by her youngest sibling, Gwendolyn Howatt Clay.

Father

Alexander Anderson Clay¹ b. 8 Nov 1858, d. 7 Feb 1925

Mother

Grace Lydia Reid¹ b. 8 Nov 1861, d. 22 Feb 1953

Relationship

4th cousin of David Arthur Walker

Charts

Descendants of John Townsend & Catherine Abel
Descendants of David Walker & Margaret Hetherington

Last Edited

3 Mar 2021

Name-Com

Vera Blanche Clay is commonly known as Vera Clay.²

Birth*

She was born on 23 August 1888 in Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada

; she never married.¹

She was the daughter of Alexander Anderson Clay and Grace Lydia Reid.¹

(Daughter) Census HeadHousehold

Vera Clay was enumerated on the census of 7 April 1891 in the household of Alexander Clay, as a daughter, in Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada

. Enumerated in the household of Alexander Clay (age 32) were his wife, Grace Reid (age 28) and their daughter Vera (age 2). Alexander was a dry goods salesman. The family religion was Presbyterian.²

Baptism

Vera Blanche Clay was baptized on 12 May 1891 in the Presbyterian Church, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, 46.40160,-63.77973

; the officiating clergyman was Rev. Henry Dickie.³

(Daughter) Census HeadHousehold

She was enumerated on the census of April 1901 in the household of Alexander Anderson Clay, as a daughter, in New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia, Canada

. Enumerated in the household of Alexander Clay (age 42) were his wife, Grace Reid (age 39), their children, Vera (age 12), Hazel (age 9), Merrill (age 4) and Harvey (age 2). Alexander was a commercial traveler. The family religion was Presbyterian.⁴

Death*

Vera Blanche Clay died on 8 June 1910, at age 21, in New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia, Canada

; cause of death was tuberculosis.
"Obituary
Vera Clay
"Vera Clay is dead", was the sad news that was passed through the town on Wednesday. Death is always sad, but when a maiden is struck down on the threshold of budding womanhood, it is doubly sad.
"The young lady was born at Summerside, P.E.I., and came over with her parents to Trenton in 1891, where Mr. Clay opened a general store. She next moved with her parents to New Glasgow in 1899. She was a talented girl, and always stood first in her classes in school, and was successful both in the New Glasgow High School and in Pictou Academy in winning the Young Scholarship by which she entered Dalhousie University. She studied there, passing all the examinations of different years with credit and honours, and in the natural course of events would have graduated this Spring, but it was not to be, for she came home at Christmas holidays and did not go back, because she was not feeling well, and she gradually faded away, until at noon Wednesday, just as whistles were sounding for 12 o'clock, God's finger touched her and she slept. It is great consolation to her parents and friends that her mind was conscious and bright to the end, and half an hour before she died read a long letter from the gentleman to whom she was engaged.
"She was an active member of the First Presbyterian Church, and an active worker in the Sabbath school. Vera Clay was a girl of lovely character and disposition. She had not a thought but was gentle and true and kind. She was the light of the eyes of her home and friends. May time bring to them its resignation, and may the shores of eternity that receive her spirit surround it with everlasting sunshine and flowers, until we see not darkly, but face to face.
"The funeral took place yesterday at 3pm, to Riverside Cemetery, services being conducted by her pastor, Rev. Mr. Forbes."¹ [The Enterprise, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, 11 June 1910, page 1. Transcribed by M.C. Adair.]

Burial*

She was buried on 11 June 1910 in Riverside Cemetery, New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia, Canada

.¹

Citations

[S13901] Compiled by M.C. Adair, "Family Group Sheet for Alexander Anderson Clay". Hereinafter cited as "Family Group Sheet."
[S13902] 1891 Canada Census, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household #21 of Alex A. Clay, 7 April 1891, digital copy of original document, Library & Archives Canada, Ottawa; Census Place: Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island; Microfilm reel T-6382, Page 5. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
[S13921] Baptismal Record, Vera Blanche Clay, Public Archives & Records Office, Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada; Presbyterian Church Records, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island; Record Book Number 1, (12 May 1891). Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Record.
[S13903] 1901 Canada Census, New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia, household #66 of Alex. A. Clay, April 1901, digital copy of original document, Library & Archives Canada, Ottawa; Census Place: Lot 28, New Glasgow, Pictou County, Nova Scotia; Microfilm reels T-6428 to T-6556; Page 8. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.

Warren Spencer Clay¹

M, #111242, b. 20 January 1922, d. 13 February 1992

Pedigree

Father

Russell Warren Clay¹ b. 27 Jan 1896, d. 23 Oct 1967

Mother

Marie Altenberg Miller¹ b. 22 Mar 1896, d. 19 Mar 1979

Relationship

4th cousin 1 time removed of David Arthur Walker

Charts

Descendants of John Townsend & Catherine Abel
Descendants of David Walker & Margaret Hetherington

Last Edited

27 Jul 2022

Name-Com

Warren Spencer Clay is commonly known as Warren Clay.²

Birth*

He was born on 20 January 1922 in Seattle, King County, Washington, U.S.A.

.³

He was the son of Russell Warren Clay and Marie Altenberg Miller.¹

(Son) Census HeadHousehold

Warren Clay was enumerated on the census of 4 April 1930 in the household of Russell Warren Clay, as a son, in 6004 6th Ave. N.W., Seattle, King County, Washington, U.S.A.

. Enumerated in the household of Russell Clay (age 33) were his wife Marie Miller (age 32), their children, Warren (age 8) and Evelyn (age 3). Warren had his own business as a painting contractor.²

(Son) Census HeadHousehold

Warren Clay was enumerated on the census of 12 April 1940 in the household of Russell Warren Clay, as a son, in 6006 6th Ave N.E., Seattle, King County, Washington, U.S.A.

. Enumerated in the household of Russell Clay (age 44) were his wife Marie Miller (age 44), their children, Warren (age 18) and Evelyn (age 13). Warren had his own construction business.⁴

(Son) Census HeadHousehold

Warren Clay was enumerated on the census of 5 April 1950 in the household of Russell Warren Clay, as a son, in Seattle, King County, Washington, U.S.A.

. Enumerated in the household of Russell Clay (age 56) were his wife, Maria Miller (age 54), their son Warren (age 28), his wife Juanice Cothern (age 27), their daughters, Marcia (age 5), Nancy (age 3) and Cynthia (age 2). Russell was a real estate salesman. Maria was a clerk typist for Veteran's Administration. Warren was a truck driver for a construction company.⁵

Death*

Warren Spencer Clay died on 13 February 1992, at age 70.⁶

Citations

[S2541] Correspondence with M.C. Adair. . (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker), Marilyn Adair sourced Washington State Board of Health, Certificate of Birth, Record #505.
[S13936] 1930 US Census, Seattle, King County, Washington, household of Russell W. Clay, 4 April 1940, digital image, FHL Roll 2342226, Page 5A. Enumeration district 0020. National Archives and Records Administration, Washington, D.C., U.S.A..
[S2541] Correspondence with M.C. Adair. . (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker), M.C. Adair sourced Washington State Board of Health, Certificate of Birth, Record #505.
[S13937] 1940 US Census, Seattle, King County, Washington, household of Russell W. Clay, 12 April 1940, digital image, NARA Roll m-t0627-04375, Page 9B. Enumeration district 40-52. National Archives and Records Administration, Washington, D.C., U.S.A..
[S17437] 1950 United States Federal Census, Seattle, King County, Washington, household of Russell Clay, 5 April 1950, digital copy of original census document, NARA Roll 825. National Archives and Records Administration, Washington, D.C., U.S.A..
[S2541] Correspondence with M.C. Adair. . (Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker).

William Jamieson Clay^1,2

M, #95897, b. circa 1822, d. 5 March 1854

Pedigree

Father

John Clay Sr.¹ b. c 1795, d. 12 Aug 1831

Mother

Mary Glover¹ b. 1806, d. 10 May 1869

Relationship

2nd cousin 2 times removed of David Arthur Walker

Charts

Descendants of David Walker & Margaret Hetherington

Last Edited

4 May 2020

Name-Com

William Jamieson Clay is commonly known as William Clay.¹

Birth*

He was born circa 1822.¹

He was the son of John Clay Sr. and Mary Glover.¹

Alt-Birth Date

An alternate recorded birth date is in 1823 in Bedeque, Prince County, Prince Edward Island

.²

Death*

William Jamieson Clay died on 5 March 1854.¹

Burial*

He was buried in the Presbyterian Cemetery, North Bedeque, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, 46.36198,-63.72570

. White ballast stone.
Inscription: William J. / son of / John & Mary / Clay, / died Mar. 5, 1854, / in the 32 y'r of his age. / - / [script].¹

Tombstone, William Jamieson Clay (c1822-1854), North Bedeque Cemetery, North Bedeque, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.

Citations

[S2636] Cemetery marker, North Bedeque Cemetery. William J. Clay, tombstone inscription & photograph; documented by David Walker, 27 July 2007.
[S3309] Tom Brown, ancestral report, 22 September 2008.

William Leslie Clay¹

M, #96940, b. 14 November 1863, d. 2 February 1928

Pedigree

Rev. William Leslie Clay (1863-1928). Photo courtesy of Marilyn (Clay) Adair.

Photograph by Picasa

Father

John Clay Jr.¹ b. 1829, d. 22 Nov 1900

Mother

Jane Townsend Cousins¹ b. 1832, d. 8 Sep 1899

Relationship

3rd cousin 1 time removed of David Arthur Walker

Charts

Descendants of John Townsend & Catherine Abel
Descendants of David Walker & Margaret Hetherington

Last Edited

3 Mar 2021

Name Variation

William Leslie Clay is also known as William Henry Clay.²

Birth*

He was born on 14 November 1863 in Bedeque, Prince County, Prince Edward Island

.^3,2,4

He was the son of John Clay Jr. and Jane Townsend Cousins.¹

Baptism

William Leslie Clay was baptized on 8 May 1864 in the Presbyterian Church, North Bedeque, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, 46.36518,-63.72410

; his middle name was spelled Lesley in the church baptism record book, but is seen as Leslie afterwards.¹

(Son) Census HeadHousehold

He was enumerated on the census of 1881 in the household of John Clay Jr., as a son, in Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada

. Enumerated in the household with John (age 52) were his wife Jane (age 48), children Alexander (age 22), Fulton (age 19), William (age 17), Elizabeth (age 14), Mary (age 10) and Caroline (age 6). John was a land surveyor, Alexander a store clerk, Fulton a school teacher. There was also a lodger, Alexander Anderson (age 86), occupation listed as land surveyor. The family religion was Presbyterian.⁵

Name-Com

William Leslie Clay is commonly known as William Clay, in 1881.⁵

Moved*

He moved to Montréal circa 15 September 1884; his intention was to attend McGill College, and to enter the ministry of the Presbyterian Church.⁶

Graduation*

He graduated from McGill University, Montréal, Québec, Canada

; "a distinguished student, winning two gold medals, and was valedictorian of his graduating class."⁴

Occupation*

He was "P.E.I.'s first Moderator of the Presbyterian Church in Canada......He preached for 37 years in British Columbia."⁴

Marr Bond*

He posted a marriage bond on 30 June 1890; William Leslie Clay of Summerside, 30 June 1890, to marry Florence Nightingale Leitch of Stanhope.⁷

Marriage

He married Florence Nightingale Leitch, daughter of John Colin Leitch and Margaret Ann Dawson Minto, on 2 July 1890, in Stanhope, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada

. "At Stanhope on Wednesday the 2nd inst., by the Rev James Allan, Rev. W. Leslie Clay of Summerside to Florence N. daughter of the late John C. Leitch of Stanhope."^8,9,10,11 [Island Farmer Jul 10, 1890]

Census HeadHousehold*

William Leslie Clay was head of the household in the census of 24 April 1891 in Moosejaw, Assiniboia West, the Territories, Canada

. Enumerated in the household of William Clay (age 27) was his wife, Florence Leitch (age 27). William was a clergyman. They were Presbyterian.¹²

Census HeadHousehold

He was head of the household in the census of 1901 in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

. Enumerated in the household of William Clay (age 37) were his wife, Florence Leitch (age 37), their children, Margaret (age 9), John (age 7), Helen (age 6) and Florence (age 1). William was a clergyman. The family religion was Presbyterian.³

Census HeadHousehold

He was head of the household in the census of 1911 in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

. Enumerated in the household of William Clay (age 47) were his wife, Florence Leitch (age 46), their children, Margaret Jean (age 19), Jack Leitch (age 18), Helen Amelia (age 16), Florence Mary (age 11) and Kathleen Mabel (age 7). Also enumerated in the household was Florence's sister, Mae Minta Leitch (age 42). William was a clergyman. The family religion was Presbyterian.¹³

Census HeadHousehold

He was head of the household in the census of 1921 in 821 Linden Ave., Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

. Enumerated in the household of William Clay (age 58) were his wife, Florence Leitch (age 58), their children, Margaret (age 29), John (age 27), Helen (age 25), Mary (age 21) and Kathleen (age 16). Also enumerated in the household was Florence's sister, Margaret Leitch (age 54). William was an office clerk. The family religion was Presbyterian.¹⁴

Death*

He died on 2 February 1928, at age 64, in Winnipeg General Hospital, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

.^2,15

Death notice, William Leslie (shown here as Henry) Clay.

Photograph by Picasa 2.6

Burial*

He was buried in Ross Bay Cemetery, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

.²

Tombstone of William Leslie Clay and his wife Florence Leitch. Ross Bay Cemetery, Victoria, British Columbia.

Children of William Leslie Clay and Florence Nightingale Leitch

Margaret Jean Clay³ b. 30 Sep 1891, d. 17 Apr 1982
John Leitch Clay³ b. 26 Apr 1893, d. 22 Jan 1951
Helen Amelia Clay+³ b. 25 Sep 1894, d. 3 Jan 1957
Leslie Dawson Clay¹⁶ b. 18 Oct 1896, d. 31 Oct 1898
Florence Mary Minto Clay³ b. 25 Aug 1899, d. 19 Mar 1968
Kathleen Mabel Clay¹³ b. 3 Mar 1904, d. 14 Mar 1993

Citations

[S3777] Baptismal Record, digital copy of original record, William Leslie Clay, North Bedeque United Church Records , Prince Edward Island, Record Book 1, Page 27.. Hereinafter cited as Baptismal Record.
[S4387] Death Registration - William Leslie Clay, Official Notice of Death #179 Personal Archives of David Arthur Walker, copy sent from Thomas Brown.. Hereinafter cited as Death Registration - William Leslie Clay.
[S13907] 1901 Canada Census, Victoria, British Columbia, household #151 of William Leslie Clay, digital copy of original document, Library & Archives Canada, Ottawa; Census Place: Victoria, British Columbia; Microfilm reels T-6428 to T-6556; Page 15. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
[S14780] Church History and Honour Roll - Information for Visitors, forward by Lorne C. Callbeck Donald MacEwen and William E. Johnstone, compiler, self published). Hereinafter cited as Church History and Honour Roll.
[S6917] 1881 Canada Census, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, household #207 of John Clay, digital copy of original microfilm document, LAC Roll C-13162, page 47. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
[S14781] Local Topics, The Pioneer, Summerside, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada, published 23 September 1884. Hereinafter cited as The Pioneer.
[S3804] Marriage Bonds - William Leslie Clay, William Leslie Clay and Florence Nightingale Leitch marriage, 30 June 1890, PARO, Public Archives and Records Office of Prince Edward Island, Charlottetown, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Marriage License Book #16 1882-1923, p. 46. Marriage Bonds Index Cards, PARO, Charlottetown, P.E.I.
[S14994] William Leslie Clay and Florence Nightengale Leitch, (1890), Marriage Record, Public Archives & Records Office, Charlottetown RG19/s3/ss4: Marriage Licenses, 1890. Hereinafter cited as Marriage Record.
[S5679] British Columbia, From Earliest Times to Present, Biographical, Vol. IV, Pages 803-804: S.J. Clarke Publishing Co., 1914). Hereinafter cited as British Columbia, From Earliest Times to Present.
[S3805] Elizabeth Forbes, Wild Roses at Their Feet: Pioneer Women of Vancouver Island (British Columbia: British Columbia Centennial '71 Committee, published 1971). Hereinafter cited as Wild Roses at Their Feet: Pioneer Women of Vancouver Island.
[S14639] Century of Immigration, Marriage and Death Records from Prince Edward Island Newspapers, 1780-1900, compiled by Leland Currie 2019, PDF file on CD , Century of Immigration, Marriage and Death Records, CD, compiled by Leland Currie, 2019. Hereinafter cited as Century of Immigration, Marriage and Death Records.
[S13908] 1891 Canada Census, Moosejaw, Assiniboia West, the Territories, family #78 of William L. Clay, 24 April 1891, digital copy of original document, Library & Archives Canada, Ottawa; Microfilm reel T-6426, Page 14. Library & Archives Canada, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
[S13909] Digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, household #83 of William Leslie Clay, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Microfilm Reels T-20326 to T-20460, Place: Victoria, British Columbia, Page Number 9.
[S13910] Digital image from microfilm, Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, Library & Archives Canada Library & Archives Canada, Microfilm; Place: Victoria, British Columbia; Reference Number RG 31; Folder Number 20, Page Number 15.
[S4388] Head of Presbyterian Church in Canada Dies, Victoria Daily Times, Victoria, British Columbia, 3 February 1928, Front page and page 3. Hereinafter cited as Victoria Daily Times.
[S14779] Compiled by M.C. Adair, "Family Group Sheet for William Leslie Clay" (). . Hereinafter cited as "Family Group Sheet."