David Gallant

Life events

1. 9 Mar 1838

   Birth^1–8

   Rustico, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, British North America

2. 23 Mar 1838

   Baptism¹⁸

   Rustico, Queens County, Prince Edward Island, British North America

3. 20 Jan 1858

   Marriage⁹

   Township Lot 17, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, Canada

   with Elizabeth Gardiner 1825–1900

   On the 20th ultimo, by the Rev. John M. McLeod, Mr. David Gallant, to Miss Eliza Gardiner, both of Lot 17. - The Islander – Feb 19, 1858

   Married

   On the 20th ultimo, by the Rev. John M. M’Leod, Mr. David Gallant, to Miss Eliza Gardiner, both of Lot 17.
   - The Examiner, February 22, 1858, page 3

4. 1861

   Census

   Lot 17, Prince County, Prince Edward Island, British North America

5. 1861

   Residence¹⁰

   Prince Edward Island, Canada, Township/Lot 17, Prince

   Relation to Head: Head

6. 29 Oct 1868

   Property¹¹

   Summerside, Prince Edward Island, Canada

   Had 7 acres of land for sale.

   Land for Sale

   THE Subscriber offers for sale a piece of LAND, containing about 7 acres, all clear, situated about 1 1/2 mile from St. Eleanor’s, on the road leading to Miscouche. For particulates enquire at the JOURNAL Office.
   DAVID GALLANT.
   October 22, ‘68. 3w
   - Summerside Journal, 29 October 1868.

7. 1871

   Census³

   Shediac, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada

8. 1871

   Census⁴

   Shediac, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada

9. about 1875

   Separation

   with Elizabeth Gardiner 1825–1900

10. Abt. 1878

    Marriage

    Summerside, Prince Edward Island, Canada

    with Sarah Sudsburry 1846–1921

    No marriage record has been found.

11. 1881

    Census¹²

    Prince Edward Island, Canada, Lot 18, Prince

12. 1881

    Occupation²

    Prince, Prince Edward Island, Canada

13. 1881

    Census²

    Prince Edward Island, Canada, Lot 18, Prince

14. 22 Jun 1883

    Newspaper mention¹³

    David Gallant testified in the Roderick Howell murder case.

    DAVID GALLANT TESTIFIES.

    DAVID GALLANT TESTIFIES.

    DAVID GALLANT— examined by Mr. Hodgson—I owned the gun once which Howell used. I fired one shot out of her. After I fired this shot I loaded her a second time and laid her on the ground. I heard some geese coming along. I touched her and she went off at half cock. It was not the fault of the gun. She was wood bound.

    Cross-examined by Mr. McLeod—(Tried the gun). She won’t go off at half cock now. I’m an old gunner. It is two years since I owned the gun.
    - The Daily Examiner, June 22, 1883 page 2.

15. between 1888 and 1890

    Residence¹⁴

    Summerside, Prince Edward Island, Canada, Prince

16. 21 Aug 1888

    Newspaper mention¹⁵

    David Gallant filed a complate against 25 people for smashing his wagon and stealing his whisky.

    A Nice State of affairs in a Scott Act Community

    A Nice State of affairs in a Scott Act Community
    (Summerside Correspondence)

    David Gallant, Carribo, has lodged a complaint before one of the magistrates of Prince County, against some twenty five people of Fifteen point, for having on Wednesday last, smashed his wagon, and for taking away 9 bottles Ned 6 flasks of whisky. Gallant’s story is that he was on his way from Summerside to Mimingash, where he intended remaining camped for a month and had with him some supplies, and whilst journeying, came up to a big tea party, and there rested, and refusing to sell any of his whiskey, a mob formed, who took it by force, and also struck himself and smashed his wagon. The people say that Gallant came along on purpose to sell, and that by orders of Mr. Perry, a magistrate, they took the liquor and threw it away in the woods. It seems, however, the liquor was afterwards searched for and found, and drunk by the French and English boys, who afterward fought a pitched battle. — Patriot.

17. 25 Aug 1888

    Newspaper mention¹⁶

    David Gallant filed a complate against 25 people for smashing his wagon and stealing his whisky.

    A nice State of Affairs in P.E.I.

    A nice State of Affairs in P.E.I.

    David Gallant, Carribo, has lodged a complaint before one of the magistrates of Prince County, against some twenty five people of Fifteen point, for having on Wednesday last, smashed his wagon, and for taking away 9 bottles Ned 6 flasks of whisky. Gallant’s story is that he was on his way from Summerside to Mimingash, where he intended remaining camped for a month and had with him some supplies, and whilst journeying, came up to a big tea party, and there rested, and refusing to sell any of his whiskey, a mob formed, who took it by force, and also struck himself and smashed his wagon. The people say that Gallant came along on purpose to sell, and that by orders of Mr. Perry, a magistrate, they took the liquor and threw it away in the woods. It seems, however, the liquor was afterwards searched for and found, and drunk by the French and English boys, who afterward fought a pitched battle. — Patriot.

18. 1891

    Census¹⁷

    Shediac, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada

19. 1891

    Residence⁷

    Shediac, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada

    Marital Status: Married; Relation to Head of House: Head

20. 1891

    Census¹⁸

    Shediac, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada

21. 25 May 1899

    Newspaper mention¹⁹

    Shediac, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada

    David Gallant and Tom McGrath got lost in the Shediac strait.

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    On Tuesday, word got out in town that Tom McGrath, a Shediac harbor pilot, had gotten lost in the strait. He left on Sunday afternoon, in the company of David Gallant, in a frail rowing boat, in search of a boat which was crossing the strait and which he believed to be bound for Shediac and had not been seen since the two men The anxiety was considerable at Pointe-du-Cheue and some ships went in search of the pilot and his companions. The anxiety was dissipated at the arid MM. McGrath and Gallant, healthy and jumping, Tuesday night. - The Acadian Monitor
    - L’Impartail Jeudi, May 25, 1899, page 5

22. 31 Aug 1926

    Newspaper mention²⁰

    David Grant, age 84, of Black River Road, was reported missing after leaving home on Saturday. Reports suggested he had been seen at Norton and later driven from Hampton to Sussex.

    MAN MISSING.

    MAN MISSING.
    David Grant, aged 84 years, a resident of Black River road, left his home on Saturday and his relatives are anxious regarding his whereabouts. The detective department heard a rumor yesterday morning that Mr. Grant had been seen at Norton. Last evening Sergeant Detective Power learned that the man had been taken in an automobile yesterday afternoon and given a ride from Hampton to Sussex. A communication has been sent to Sussex for further information. When last seen Mr. Grant wearing a dark grey overcoat, black hat, brown boots and carried a cane. He has a grey moustache.
    -- The Telegraph Journal, Aug. 31, 1926, page 14

23. 7 Sep 1926

    Newspaper mention²¹

    Shediac, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada

    OCTOGENARIAN WALKED ONE HUNDRED AND ONE MILES, FOUND IN SHEDIAC

    OCTOGENARIAN WALKED ONE HUNDRED AND ONE MILES, FOUND IN SHEDIAC

    Shediac, Sept. 5–David Gallant, aged 84 years, who has been missing from his daughter’s home on the Black River road, near East Saint John, since Aug. 28, reached Shediac on Saturday, having travelled all but five of the 106 miles on foot. Chief of Police William E. Gunn recognized the man from the description printed last week and took him in care. He is now comfortably cared for in the town hall awaiting the arrival of his relatives from east Saint John who are expected tomorrow.

    The old man was in an exhausted condition when the Chief of Police noticed him and was walking up the Main Street in town. Today he was somewhat recovered from the severe strain of his long hike and told of his experiences on the way.

    Tells of Trip.

    He said that with the exception of a five mile lift in an automobile between Hampton and Sussex, he had walked all the way from East Saint John. He had been feeling a bit restless and wanted a tramp and had recalled that someone residing near Shediac whose identity he has not disclosed, had borrowed his shotgun and also owed him some money, so he set out to meet the man and obtain his property. He took a large supply of food with him when he set out and also carried a sum of money. He stayed at farm houses on several nights, but on two nights he slept out under trees. He was not asking for food or for assistance and always offered to pay for anything he asked for. One night he slept under a tree because a farmer had refused him permission to sleep in the barn and he caught cold, from which he is still suffering. He walked along the highways for most of the trip but followed the railway from Moncton to Point’du Chene. He arrived at Point du Chene on Friday and spent the night there at the home of his nephew George Gallant.

    Sailed Out of Saint John

    David Gallant was born near Cape Egmont in Princess Edward Island, and about 30 years ago came to Shediac to reside. He lived in this vicinity for about 10 years and followed the sea, serving under Camptin McDonald, father of Mayor E. R. McDonald of Shediac. For about 20 years he shipped as cook on two-masted, and three-masted vessels sailing out of Saint John. About two years ago he went to reside with his daughter, Mrs. John McDonald on the Black River road.

    Word was sent to Sergeant Detective Powers in Saint John as soon as Gallant had been located and it was said he would be well cared for here in Shediac until such time as his relatives arrive.

24. 7 Sep 1926

    Newspaper mention²²

    David Gallant, age 84, was found wandering in Shediac after walking about 108 miles from his daughter’s home in East Saint John, with only one short car ride along the way. He was exhausted and ill from sleeping outdoors, and police notified Saint John authorities, who had been searching for him.

    AGED ST. JOHN MAN RAN AWAY F'M HOME ARRIVED AT SHEDIAC

    AGED ST. JOHN MAN RAN AWAY F'M HOME ARRIVED AT SHEDIAC
    (Special to The Times).
    Shediac, Sept. 6-Chief of Police William E. Gunn on Saturday found an aged man, David Gallant, wandering about Main Street, and took him to the town hall where be has been cared for since.
    Gallant left the home of his daugbter, Mrs. John McDonDald at East Saint John on Aug. 28, and with the exception of a five mile ride in a motor car walked the 108 miles. He slept out of doors two nights and contracted a cold. He was exhausted when he arrived here. The Saint John police, who had been searching for him, were notified Chief Gunn, of Gallant's arrival here. Gallant was born near Cape Egmond, P. E. I., 84 years ago, and about 30 years ago lived at Point du Chene. Since then up 10 two years ago he has been a cook on small and large schooners. For two years be has been living with his daughter. Recently he became obsessed with the idea that a man here owed him money and had a shot gun belonging to bim. Gallant is slightly deaf, and it is considered remarkable that be escaped being struck by a train or motor car during his long tramp by highway and railroad. The aged man was well cared for by Chief Gunn and was given the use of a room in the Town Hall to sleep in.
    -- The Times Transcript, Sep. 7th, 1926, page 7

25. 22 Oct 1926

    Newspaper mention²³

    David was found at Pennfield Ridge after taking a fall on the road. He was cared for by Councillor Hawkins and his daughter was notified.

    AGED MAN FOUND

    AGED MAN FOUND
    David Grant Reported to Be at Pennfield Ridge Daughter Notified David Grant, who has been missing from the home of his daughter in Black River road for some weeks, was reported according to information received last evening at police headquarters by the detective department. The word came from Councillor Hawkins. The old man is said to have fallen on the roadside. He is being cared for by Councillor Hawkins, it Is said. Sergeant Detective Power, with Detectives Biddiscombe and Kilpatrick, motored out the Black River road last evening and notified the old man's daughter of the whereabouts of her father.
    It is thought that he will be brought home today.
    -- Telegraph Journal, Oct. 22, 1926

26. 28 Oct 1926

    Newspaper mention²⁴

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    WAS KNOWN HERE. -- David Grane, an aged resident of the Black River road section of East Saint John, who disappeared early in the month and who was found in an exhausted condition at Pennfield, Charlotte county recently, is really David Gallant, formerly a resident of Point du Chene and a former seaman. Gallant left East Saint John late in the summer, and walked to Point du Chene, a distance of 108 miles, sleeping under trees two nights. Chief of Police Gunn found him one day in Shediac and after caring for him several days bought him a ticket for Saint John. A resident of P.E.I. several weeks ago sent to a Shediac merchant a business document singed by Gallant many years ago. The money mentioned in the document is pounds, shillings, and pence of pre-confederation days. -- Moncton Times.
    --- The Guardian, 28 Oct. 1926, page 3

27. 14 Mar 1927

    Death⁵⁶²⁵

    Saint John Co, New Brunswick, Canada, Saint John

28. 16 Mar 1927

    Burial⁵²⁵

    Saint John Co, New Brunswick, Canada, Saint John

29.  

    Occupation

    fisherman