April 1, 1899
Full of Years and Honor – An old lady died at Random Island Lighthouse, on the 30th January, whose history brings one back to the old fighting days of England. The old lady was Mistress Charity Cooper, relict of the late William Cooper, and mother of Mr. H.T. Cooper, the well-known keeper of Random Island Light. She came from the old British stock and was the daughter of the late Daniel Sellars who was an officer in the British navy, and served under Admiral Nelson for seven years and fought with him in several engagements. Her death severs the connecting link for the past and present. She leaves two sons and over ninety grand and great-grandchildren – Halifax papers please copy
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Transcribed by Wanda Garrett, December 2021
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