Tag Archives: Helen Thornton

The Simpson homestead in Wood Mountain, SK

Posted on September 19, 2011 by Gary

As noted in other posts, Hugh Simpson (1858-1949) married Helen Thornton (180-1932) and they moved to Broadview SK in 1901 where Hugh was the principal of the school and also a minister.  In 1910 as land in southeast Saskatchewan was … Continue reading →

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Hugh Simpson (1858-1944) & Helen Thornton

Posted on July 11, 2010 by Gary

Hugh Simpson (1858-1944) married Helen Thornton (1860-1932) in Whitby, Ontario, in 1883.  Helen was the daughter of Thomas Thornton and Susannah Powers of Clarke Township, Ontario.   Hugh was the the son of George Simpson (1834-1921) and Jane Manes (1838-91919) also … Continue reading →

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Helen M. Thornton and sister Sarah

Posted on July 11, 2010 by Gary

Helen Thornton (1860-1932) is pictured here with her sister Sarah Thornton (1848-1914).  See the post for Sarah for information regarding her family. I believe there were 8 Thornton girls and Helen was in regular contact with at least 5 of … Continue reading →

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Children of Thomas Thornton (1824-1916) and Susanna Powers

Posted on July 8, 2010 by Gary

Photos showing the children of Thomas Thornton and Susanna Powers, taken in 19th century. Continue reading →

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