Miss Harrington Helen Margaret
St Joseph's Catholic Cemetery Forth
Died 1st Nov 1913
Age 22 years
DEATH
HARRINGTON – On November 1, at Ulverstone Hospital, Helen Margaret, dearly loved daughter of Trooper Harrington and the late Mrs. Harrington; aged 22 years. Deeply regretted. Burial Roman Catholic Cemetery, Forth
The North West Post 3rd November 1913
An event occurred at Ulverstone on Saturday morning that has caused many expressions of regret and deep sympathy with the bereaved relatives at the Forth. Miss Helen Margaret Harrington (Nellie) died in the Ulverstone hospital at an early hour on that day, having been unconscious for several days previous to her death. The deceased, who was only 22 years of age, was a daughter of Trooper Harrington and the late Mrs. Harrington, of the Forth and by her unassuming manner and readiness to help in all social functions had endeared herself to many people, who will keep her in grateful remembrance for many years to come. An earnest church worker, she had been an organist in St. Joseph’s Catholic Church for the past six years and was a musician of no mean ability. On All Saints Day (Saturday) the Rev. Father Dowling made feeling reference to the deceased at the morning service and said the Church had lost one that had had its interests and welfare at heart and had placed these above all things. She was a consistent Catholic and a good living girl, but they must bow to the will of their Divine Master, whom it had pleased to take her to Himself.
The North West Post 3rd November 1913
Margaret Harrington
St Joseph's Catholic Cemetery Forth
Died 5th Oct 1912
Age 44 years
Through the death early yesterday morning of Mrs. Margaret Harrington, wife of Trooper James Harrington, Forth has lost one of its most esteemed and respected residents. The Forth Catholic Church has lost one of its most consistent and energetic workers and she was generally at the head of most of its social functions. She took a great interest in politics and was always in evidence at the polling booth. The deceased was 44 years of age and a husband, three girls and a boy are left to mourn their loss. The funeral takes place at Thursday afternoon, leaving her late residence at 2.30 p.m. for the Catholic cemetery.
The North West Post 16th October 1912
A well known and highly respected resident of Forth, North-West Coast, died on Tuesday morning, in the person of Mrs. M. Harrington, wife of Trooper J. Harrington. Deceased, who was only 44 years of age, had by her many philanthropic acts, endeared herself to all. To be stricken or unfortunate in any way was to win her immediate sympathy and practical aid and she was always prepared to sacrifice herself for others, no matter what the circumstances. Mrs. Harrington was twice married and several years ago she was a resident of Zeehan. Her husband (Mr. Rigby) was killed in on of the mines.
Zeehan & Dundas Herald 19th October 1912
NEWS ITEM
FORTH
An Appreciation - A pleasing ceremony was enacted by the Rev. M. J. Dowling in the presence of a large
congregation, at St. Joseph's Church after Mass yesterday morning and that was in presenting Miss Nellie Harrington,
on behalf of the congregation and choir, with a massive finely chased gold cross, set with sapphires and pearl and
engraved with the words - "From the Congregation of St. Joseph's to the Organist, Miss Harrington." The rev.
gentleman said it gave him much pleasure in handing the cross to Miss Harrington, as a testimony of their
appreciation of the energy displayed as organist during the past four years and he hoped she would live
long to enjoy and wear the gift. He felt particularly grateful to Miss Fanny Corkery for making the collection to
defray the expense of purchasing the cross and he was also grateful that the congregation had noted in such a marked
manner the services of one who had been so useful to the church and choir. Miss Harrington, who was completely
taken by surprise, deputed the choirmaster to thank the donors for their magnificence gift and said she did not
know why they had given it o her, as she had only done her duty to the church and would only be too pleased to act
as organist while her parents resided in the district. The choirmaster was glad to see Miss Harrington placed on
the same footing as himself and could not let the opportunity pass without thanking her for the loyal services and
great assistance rendered during the time he had held the office of choirmaster. Miss Corkery had walked and ridden
many miles while collecting for the presentation and it was at her instigation the movement was first started.
The North West Post 29th May 1911