"001891-82 (Carleton Co) John WEEKS, 26, printer, Canada, Ottawa, s/o James & Ann WEEKS married Matilda MORROW, 19, Ireland, Ottawa, d/o Alexander & Maggie MORROW. Wit James J. WILDER and Mary ROWAN, both of Ottawa. February 27, 1882 at Ottawa."

Perth Expositor, March 27, 1884
"Birth - At Carleton Place, on March 14, 1884, the wife of Mr. John F. Weekes, of a daughter." [Helen Matilda Weekes]

Perth Expositor Jan 20, 1888 ­ D.
"Sad News From Montana. We were shocked last Thursday on hearing the sad news that Mr. John F. Weekes, son of Mr. James Weekes, of Port Elmsley, and brother of Messrs. James and Alex Weekes, of this place, had died that morning, at Bute City (sic), Montana. The telegram gave no particulars as to the cause of death, but his friends here think it was sudden, for it is but a few weeks ago since a letter was received with a photo of the family ­ six in all, four children ­ in which all looked healthy and happy. Mr. Weekes was a printer by profession, and one well skilled in the art. Since leaving for the far west some two years and a half ago, he has followed his calling, and prospered beyond his expectations. A wife and four little children are now suddenly called upon to mourn a devoted husband and fond parent, to whom and the bereaved relatives here we extend our most heartfelt sympathy. John was an honest man, a reliable friend, and a generous hearted fellow. He was well known amongst the typographical fraternity in the Ottawa Valley. (reprinted from CP Herald)"

The Carleton Place Herald - Wednesday Feb 22, 1888
Tribute to a Typo.

The following has been sent to us from Butte Typographical Union, Montana, for publication. It explains itself:

"January 12 1888, John F Weeks died. Butte Typographical Union thereby lost an able officer and member, and we a friend. He was one who loved his trade, and any and everything which would tend to elevate his fellow-workmen to the dignity and standing of his art. He had a firm faith in unionism. In the Chapel he was always fair; in the Union an able, wise counselor, and true; in his family devoted and affectionate; and in all matters honorable. To him consistency was used as a measure, with a knowledge on man, well knowing that there are always present conflicting interests, to which he brought his experience and counsel as a means of creating harmony, but at all times he gave a cheerful, hearty, prompt and generous support to law as outlined by the will of the majority. He stooped to no ignoble action, brave in his convictions, content with the love of his family.

"To this Union he brought an Ottawa (Canada) card, and for an extended period prior to his connection with the Union, he was with Allen Brothers on the Carleton Place Herald, Canada. In Butte he was a member of the Inter-Mountain news room Chapel.

"We would recommend that all Chapels under this jurisdiction, and our charter and place of meeting, be suitably draped for period of thirty days.

"We would recommend that a copy hereof be spread at length upon the minutes of this Union; that a copy of the same be published in each, the Craftsman, Washington D.C., the Butte City papers, the Carleton Place Herald, and a copy transmitted to the family of the deceased, and to Ottawa Typographical Union No. 102.

"Butte Typographical Union, No. 126."

Montana Standard, Butte, March 9, 1929

1930 Spokane Census
Name: Matilda Weeks
Home in 1930: South Moran, Spokane, Washington
Age: 69
Estimated Birth Year: abt 1861
Birthplace: Ireland
Relation to Head of House: Mother-in-law
Race: White
Household Members: Name Age
Benjamin Keller 60
Maud Keller 50
Matilda Weeks 69

Butte Cemeteries
We have not been able to learn more about John's family after his death in Butte, but there are graves in the Butte area that could belong to his children. This is only speculation, but hopefully we can learn more about this family.

Mountain View Cemetery, Butte
Weekes, John T. died 1951, born 1882
Weeks, Arthur. died Jan 10, 1919. Age 32 years. [ie born 1887]
Weeks, Ann P. died 1969 born 1895. Inscription: "Sister"

Mount Moriah Cemetery, Butte
Weeks, Miss Verna 07-13-1905, Age 19 years [ie born 1886]

Other Possible Connections
One of the more curious tidbits involves the Louchs family of Victoria BC, whose (adopting) mother was Lena (Weekes) Louchs. Her father was John Weekes, Charlotte Weekes' brother. Lena went to school in Smiths Falls. This information is all second hand, so needs to be substantiated with definitive sources. [If you have information about the Weekes / Louchs family, send us a note through the "Contact Us" link above.]

And ...

British Columbia Death: 1953-09-001977
Matilda Elizabeth Morrow
Female
Age 84
Death Date: 1 Feb 1953
Chilliwack BC