Sproule, James (Died)

Death of Mr. James Sproule

We are called upon this week to record the death, at a ripe old age, of Mr. James Sproule, at his residence, Osprey Township, on Thursday last, Oct. 23rd. Deceased had been for many years a resident of Osprey, and leaves a large circle of friends to mourn his loss. Two of his sons are engaged in mercantile pursuits in the city of Winnipeg, Manitoba; another, Mr. R. J. Sproule, has been in the general store business in this village for many years; he also holds the position of Post-Master. Dr. Sproule, the popular M.P. for East Grey - and who resides in Markdale - is also a son of deceased.

The remains of deceased were followed by a large concourse of people to the Methodist burying ground, Maxwell, where they were interred. An impressive and instructive sermon was preached by Rev. Mr. Shaw.