McDonald, Mrs Donald

1904  Mrs. Donald McDonald

Another Centenarian

Antigonish Casket – There died at Fairmont, in this county, on the 10th ult., in the 101st year of her age, Mrs. Donald McDonald.  She was born in Scotland in 1803, and was 12 years old when the memorable battle of Waterloo was fought, an event which she remembered well.  She emigrated to Cape George, in this county, at the age of 13 years, where she remained until her marriage.  She leaves three sons, Angus, contractor, of Truro; Donald, on the old homestead, and John in New Glasgow.