Mrs. Kingswell
This old respected colonist died on the 23rd February, at the residence of her son-in-law, Mr. E. Cummings, Don. Our correspondent writing on the 28th Feb., says: “Mrs. Kingswell had been on a visit to one of her daughters, Mrs. Robinson, in Victoria, and while there was taken with dropsy. Though very ill she wished to return to Tasmania, for she felt that her end was drawing near. Her medical adviser stated that it would be certain death to attempt to remove her, and especially to put her on board the steamer; but the old lady was resolved on making the effort, as she did not like the idea of being buried amongst strangers. She arrived here per s.s. Argyle in a very feeble state, accompanied by another of her daughters, Mrs. L. Grant. She seemed to rally greatly, and we began to think that she would be spared for some time to come; But on the 19th or 20th she began to sink rapidly, and it became plain to all that her time was close at hand. She spoke of her death and funeral with the greatest composure. Mrs. Kingswell had been about 36 years in Tasmania, and was about one of the oldest members of the Congregational body. And though she had attained the age of 77 years she was very active, and not long ago took a trip to New Zealand, where she went about with as much ease as many younger women. She will be greatly missed in our circle as she was a constant visitor in cases of sickness, and had a kind word for everyone, particularly the young people, and was a great friend to the Church and Sabbath School. Her remains were interred in the Don Cemetery on the 25th Feb; Rev. T. E. O. Mell officiated at the grave. About 100 persons were present.