Margaret Smith Eggo1

#668, (1881 - 1970)
FatherAlexander Anderson Eggo1
MotherMargaret Bruce1
Pedigree
Charts5 Generations of Descendants of Sir Richard Henry Bonnycastle (1791-1847)

Family

George Bonnycastle (1880 - 1976)
Children

Life Events

BirthMargaret Smith Eggo was born on 18 Mar 1881 in Monifieth, Angus, Scotland.
She was the daughter of Alexander Anderson Eggo and Margaret Bruce Eggo.1,2,3 
ImmigrationShe immigrated to Canada in 1888.2 
Newspaper Published 18 May 1907 in the Morning Telegram.

Mr. and Mrs. A.A. Eggo, of 369 Carlton street, announce the marriage of their second daughter, Margaret, to Mr. George Bonnycastle, of Boise, Idaho, formerly of this city, to take place June 19.4
 
Newspaper Published 15 Jun 1907 in the Morning Telegram.
Complimentary to Miss Margaret Eggo, a June bride-to-be, Mrs. Philip H. Orr, Chestnut street, was the hostess at a merry "parcel shower" on Wednesday afternoon. Mrs. W.E. Wright presided over a dainty tea table centred with white sweet peas and golden hearts, the heart scheme being effectively carried throughout the refreshments which were served, and the favors which were photos of the honored guest. The parcels were "showered" on the bride-elect from a novel arrangement of large golden hearts suspended from the arch. The guests included only intimate friends of Miss Eggo.5
 
MarriageShe married George Bonnycastle on 19 Jun 1907 in Winnipeg, Manitoba.6,1,7
 
Newspaper Published 20 Jun 1907 in the Morning Telegram.

At the residence of Mr. and Mrs. A. A. Eggo, 369 Carlton street, at 7.30 last evening, the marriage of their second daughter Margaret (Daisy) to George Bonnycastle, of Boise, Idaho, formerly of Winnipeg, was celebrated by the Rev. D.M. Solandt, assistant pastor of Knox church.
     At the far end of the large double drawing-room was erected a bower of greenery studded with marguerites (the bride's name giving the idea for the blossoms), before which the marriage vows were taken. The bride, who was given away by her father, was becomingly gowned in ivory peau-de-soie, the front panel of the pleated skirt being trimmed with chiffon rose applique laid on in a vandyke design. The broad "Gibson" shoulders of the bodice were prettily trimmed with lieve lace, her tulle veil was secured with a coronet of natural valley lilies, and she carried a bouquet of bridal roses and lilies of the valley. Her only attendant was her sister, Miss Dora Eggo, who was prettily gowned in champagne marquisette trimmed with lace of the same tone, and brightened by bands and bows of turquoise blue satin, her bouquet of "Sunrise" carnations was interspersed with fronds of green. Mr. Harry Thompson was best man, and during the ceremony Miss Maude Cross played very softly "Marguerite."
     Mrs. Eggo (mother of the bride) wore black peau de soie, the bodice showing a vest of white embroidered chiffon.
     At the close of the ceremony the guests, to the number of about sixty, were ushered into the dining-room to the strains of the Mendelssohn wedding march, and refreshments partaken of from a buffet decorated with the bridal flowers, roses and valley lilies, a large wedding cake gracing the centre of the table.
     Mr. and Mrs. Bonnycastle left by the west train for the groom's old home in Chillowack; they will also visit Vancouver, Seattle and Portland, before journeying to Boise, Idaho, where they will in future reside. The bride travelled in a smart costume of dark blue broadcloth trimmed with military braid and clusters of buttons. Her little mohair toque of dark blue was caught on one side with a dark blue plume shading to a pale blue, secured with the same toned roses. The wedding presents of great value and beauty included many handsome cheques.8
 
1911 CensusGeorge and Margaret Bonnycastle appeared on the 1911 Census of Winnipeg, Manitoba, at 175 Arlington, enumerated 1 Jun 1911. George was 30, born Dec 1880 in Ontario, of English origin, and Anglican. He was a Manufacturers Agent and an employer, working on own account. He had $4000 life and $30 accident insurance costing $156/year. Margaret was 30, born in March 1881 in Scotland, immigrated in 1888, and was Presbyterian.2 
1916 CensusGeorge and Margaret Bonnycastle appeared on the 1916 Census of Winnipeg, Manitoba, at 175 Arlington Street, enumerated 1 Jun 1916. George was 35, born in Ontario, Anglican, of Scotch origin, and was an Agent working on his own account for commission. Margaret was 35, born in Scotland, Anglican, and immigrated in 1889. Their children Margaret Georgia, Jocelyn Lyall and Frances Jean were living with them, as well as a Welsh domestic servant.9 
(Subject) Photograph Here is Margaret in a family photo.10
George & Margaret Bonnycastle
Len & Mary Hawkins
and their children
probably taken spring or summer 1921
Residence-MovedGeorge and Margaret moved sometimes between the birth of Hugh Charles in 1917 in Winnipeg and the 1921 census in Toronto. 
1921 CensusGeorge and Margaret appeared on the 1921 Census of Toronto, Ontario, at 34 Glenwood Avenue. They owned their 9-room brick house. George was 40, born in Ontario, and was a sales manager who earned $3000 the previous year. Margaret was 39, born in Scotland, immigrated in 1893. Their children were Peggy (8), Audry (6), Jocelyn (6), and George (4), all born in Manitoba. George was Church of England and the rest Presbyterian.11 
(Mentioned) Passenger ListMrs G Bonnycastle of 34 Glenwood Ave, Toronto was mentioned as nearest relative on a border crossing card for George Bonnycastle on 25 Apr 1924 in Port Huron, Michigan.12 
Residence In 1937, they lived at 2031 W 45th, Vancouver, British Columbia, The directory reads, Geo F (Margt) h 2031 W 45th ; at same address are Frances J, Hugh, Joselyn.13 
(Mentioned) NewspaperGreat-grandparents Mr and Mrs G.F. Bonnycastle of Vancouver were mentioned in the newspaper story about the baptism of Gilbert William Harold Puder on 30 Nov 1959.14 
DeathMargaret died on 20 Sep 1970 in Burnaby General Hospital, Burnaby, British Columbia.
Information from death certificate: in Burnaby 6 years, BC 41 years, Canada 80 years; usual residence #6-6649 Sussex Avenue, married, born Monifieth Scotland March 18th 1880, age 89, married to George Bonnycastle, father Alexander Eggo, mother Margaret Bruce, both born Scotland.
Informant was son H.C. Bonnycastle of 6961 Butler St, Vancouver. Disposal by cremation.1 
Last Edited24 Jan 2022

Citations

  1. Death certificate of Margaret Smith Bonnycastle, died 20 September 1970, registered 20 September 1970 in the Province of British Columbia, Certificate #70-09-012946.
  2. 1911 Census for Canada. Image from Library and Archives Canada viewed at Ancestry.com. Manitoba, Winnipeg City (24), subdistrict 15, page 47.
  3. Website International Genealogical Index, civil registration index (www.familysearch.org).
  4. Morning Telegram (Winnipeg, Manitoba), 18 May 1907, Bonnycastle/Eggo engagement. image online at Manitobia Life and Times, at the Manitoba Archives site.
  5. Morning Telegram (Winnipeg, Manitoba), 15 June 1907, Margaret Eggo shower. image online at Manitobia Life and Times, at the Manitoba Archives site.
  6. Death certificate of George Bonnycastle, died 1 September 1976, registered 1 September 1976 in the Province of British Columbia, Certificate #76-09-015628.
  7. Province of Manitoba online indexes to Vital Records. 1907,003572.
  8. Morning Telegram (Winnipeg, Manitoba), 20 June 1907, Bonnycastle/Eggo wedding. image online at Manitobia Life and Times, at the Manitoba Archives site.
  9. 1916 Census for Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta. Image from Library and Archives Canada viewed at Ancestry.com. Manitoba, Winnipeg City (15), ED 7 in City of Winnipeg, Page 3.
  10. Letters from Georgia Rickson, Vancouver, to J Kolthammer, dated early 1990s.
  11. 1921 Census for Canada. Image from Library and Archives Canada viewed at Ancestry.com. Ontario, York West, Sub-District 69 Toronto, Page 7.
  12. Detroit Border Crossings and Passenger and Crew Lists, 1905-1957, images (www.ancestry.com).
  13. BC Directory.
  14. The Vancouver Sun, Christening of Gilbert William Harold Puder, 30 Nov 1959. Image viewed at Google news archives.
  15. Obituary of Frances Jean Wood in Vancouver Sun, 19 August 2006 (online, www.legacy.com).
  16. Death certificate of Hugh Charles Bonnycastle, died 30 May 1975, registered 30 May 1975 in the Province of British Columbia, Certificate #75-09-009021.