Index
Personal Document: Johanna Maria van der Sloot
Document Number
21
Relationship Number
2-1
Color
Grey
Spouse’s Family
Name:
Sloot van der
Name of Spouse:
Breugel van
First Name(s):
Johanna
First Name(s):
Cornelis
Place of Birth:
Boxtel
Place of Birth:
St. Michielsgestel
Date of Birth:
26 April 1870
(RS Boxtel Inv. 71 Doc. 53)
Date of Birth:
27 December 1865
Father:
Antonius van der Sloot
Father:
Unknown (see Birth Certificate)
Mother:
Mother:
Geertruida van Schijndel
Occupation:
Storekeeper
Occupation:
Laborer
Place of Death:
Boxtel
Place of Death:
Boxtel
Date of Death:
9 July 1953
Date of Death:
17 February 1950
Place of Marriage:
Boxtel
Date of Marriage:
28 April 1893
CHILDREN Names
Place and Date of Birth
Place and Date of Death
Generation 4
Document and Relationship Numbers
1
Geertruida v. Breugel
Boxtel, 21 February 1894
Tilburg, 22 May 1976
21-1-21-2-1
2
Antoon v. Breugel
Boxtel, 4 June 1896
14 August 1968
21-2-21-2-1
3
Martinus v. Breugel
Boxtel, 19 August 1897
‘s-Hertogenbosch, 1 October 1992
21-3-21-2-1
4
Catharina M. v. Breugel
Boxtel, 1 May 1901
Boxtel, 21 July 1965
21-4-21-2-1
5
Petrus C. v. Breugel
Boxtel, 29 July 1902
Boxtel, 19 December 1902
21-5-21-2-1
6
Cornelis Petr. v. Breugel
Boxtel, 10 November 1903
Eindhoven, 10 April 1982
21-6-21-2-1
7
Johannes C. v. Breugel
Boxtel, 21 June 1905
1985?
21-7-21-2-1
8
Hedrikus C. v. Breugel
Boxtel, 31 May 1908
Esch, 8 January 1976
21-8-21-2-1
9
Theodoris C. v. Breugel
Boxtel, 3 October 1909
s’ Hertogenbosch, 10 February 1993
21-9-21-2-1
10
Charles C. v. Breugel
Boxtel, 10 February 1911
Boxtel, 19 June 1985
21-10-21-2-1
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According to the Registry of Boxtel (after 1935, Folio 544) the family of Johanna Maria van der Sloot lived in the Nieuwstraat 130 (New Street). This is where Johanna van der Sloot with her husband Cornelis “Kriesje” van Breugel started their family.
This section will later also discuss the Nieuwe Nieuwstraat (New New Street), which indicates the existence of an original Niewstaat.
The birth certificate of Cornelis van Breugel shows interesting information: it does not mention the name of his father. However, his mother is listed as Geertruida van Schijndel, and her father is listed as Augustinus van Breugel.
This section features portraits of Johanna and Cornelis, a picture of their home, a brief description of their lives and neighborhood, a picture of Johanna van der Sloot and her brother Antonius van der Sloot, followed by two pictures of the 50th wedding anniversary, and prayer cards.
Johanna Cornelis
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The Nieuwstraat
The row of homes (in the forefront of the picture above) is where Johanna “Mieke” van der Sloot and Cornelis “Kriesje” van Breugel lived. They started a grocery store on the end of the row of houses in 1902 (one of its windows shows on the right side of the picture). It was located next to (behind) farmhouse “Den Haagakker”. The store was more or less a neighborhood supply store with a very large assortment of inventory. It was popular among children as a candy store. Before World War II, one could treat oneself to something sweet from the many glass jars with stoppers, or from the counter- drawer skillfully crafted by Mieke.
The store was in operation for over sixty years. The interior would have made a perfect model for the artist Anton Piek [well known for his “old-fashioned” prints]. The 10 van Breugel children offered enough help to allow the parents also to go on the road with a store-cart.
The last few years the store was in business (after their son Karl had taken it over), it functioned solely as a sales location for snacks and tobacco products. In 1967 the housing block was ordered demolished because it had been declared unfit for living for some time. All then moved away, except the mason Harry Voets (the house pictured with smoke coming from the chimney) who stayed until the last day.
Past these dwellings, one would find two somewhat larger homes that originally were owned by the wooden shoemaker van Brunschot, and later were occupied by the Snellaars-van Brunschot and van Weert-Verdonk families. The connected row of homes was the property of Kriesje van Breugel and Mieke van der Sloot. Further back (partially visible in the picture) was a row of six homes, the property of Piet van Heesch. Next, in front of the lumberyard (not visible in the picture) were the freestanding homes of Tinus van der Schoot and Gustje van Vught.
The Nieuwstraat [New Street] never knew the luxury of a sidewalk or sewer system. The reason the city treated this street in such a back-ward fashion with regards to public provisions may have been due to the semi-agricultural character of the area–across from these homes were fields, including the Koolakkers.
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Shortly before the 1970′s, rebuilding of the Nieuwstraat had begun. It became known as the NieuweNieuwstaat [New New Street]. Thus, this scene of the original Nieuwstaat (as illustrated in the picture above) became a glimpse of historical Boxtel.
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Wedding Anniversary.
Back row from left to right: Cornelis, Johan, Hendrikus, Theodorus, and Charles Front row: Martinus, Catharine, Cornelis, Johanna, Geertruida, and Antonius
Johanna van der Sloot with her brother Antonius
Family Portrait of Johanna and Cornelis at their 50th
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Picture of extended family, also aken at the 50th Wedding Anniversary
In the picture, the following people were recognized:
1) Hendrikus van Breugel 26) Albertus v. Kessel 39) Martinus v. Breugel
3) Cornelis van Breugel 28) Hendrikus v. Breugel 40) Geertruida v. Breugel
7) Anna Maria v.d. Velden 29) Cornelis Petrus v. 41) Cornelis v. Breugel
16) Antonius v. Breugel Breugel 42) Johanna Maria v.d.
21.
Antonius v.d. Sloot 30) Charles v. Breugel Sloot
22.
Petronella v. 32) Johan v. Breugel 43) Catharina v. Breugel
Rosmalen 34) Theodorus v. Breugel 44) Jan v. Breugel
25) Cor v. Breugel 36) Frans de Jong
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Remember in thy prayers the soul of deceased
JOHANNA MARIA VAN DER
SLOOT
Widow of
CORNELIS VAN BREUGEL
born in Gemonde 26 April 1870 and
passed away in Boxtel 9 July 1953, provided
with the last of the H.H. Sacraments.
After the devout reception of the H.H. Sacraments, the deceased has passed to enjoy eternal peace with God.
For the Christian, dying is not the end, but a new beginning.
Life is changed, but not taken away. The soul leaves the body and returns to her Maker, to God. Therefore, let us not feel attached to the earth and earthly things, which are of a passing nature, but let us remember with all that we do, that eternity and eternal possessions remain.
Dear Children, stay true to the faith and live with peace and fear of the Lord.
Remember me in thy prayers. I shall not forget thee.
My Jesus, have mercy!
Sweet Heart of Mary, be my salvation.
W. Grillis, sexton St. Petrus, Boxtel
H. Mother, who is the ever open
Gate of Heaven,
be merciful to us sinners.
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Picture
All of thee who have known me,
remember me in thy prayers.
Pray for the soul of deceased
CORNELIS VAN BREUGEL
Prefect of the H. Family, member of the
brotherhood of the H. Blood and of spreading the
Faith.
Born in St. Michielsgestel 27 December 1865 and
passed away in Boxtel after having been provided
with the last of the H.H. Sacraments of the Dying,
17 February 1950.
Husband of
JOHANNA MARIA v.d. SLOOT
In all silence and complete peace did he awaken in the Lord. Exhausted of strength he died at a blessed old age to receive his eternal reward with God.
He who fears the Lord shall do well to the utmost and on his deathbed shall he be blessed.
How blessed are they who slowly and from afar can see the hour of their death approach, thus they prepare themselves to pass away blissfully. How fortunate, after having been a faithful worshiper of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph on earth, to be taken up to their holy company in heaven. Dear Wife and Children take comfort, for we are separated only by time. Eternity shall reunite us. All pray for me; I will not forget thee either.
Jesus, Mary, Joseph, enlighten us,
help us, have mercy.
W. Grillis, sexton St. Petrus, Boxtel.
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Personal Document: Hendrikus van der Sloot
Document Number
22
Relationship Number
2-1
Color
Red
Spouse’s Family
Name:
Sloot van der
Name of Spouse:
Velden van der
First Name(s):
Hendrikus
First Name(s):
Maria Anna
Place of Birth:
Boxtel
Place of Birth:
Boxtel
Date of Birth:
31 August 1872
(RS Boxtel Inv. 74 Doc. 102)
Date of Birth:
2 March 1875
Father:
Antonius van der Sloot
Father:
Cornelus v.d. Venden
Mother:
Mother:
Wilhelmina Bekers
Occupation:
Salesman
Occupation:
Storekeeper
Place of Death:
Boxtel
Place of Death:
Boxtel
Date of Death:
6 July 1933
Date of Death:
13 July 1956
Place of Marriage:
Boxtel
Date of Marriage:
1 May 1902
CHILDREN Names
Place and Date of Birth
Place and Date of Death
Generation 4
Document and Relationship Numbers
1
Antonius
Boxtel, 19 March 1903
Oirschot, 20 April 1980
62-22-2-1
2
Wilhelmina C.
Boxtel, 7 June 1905
Boxtel, 21 September 1972
63-22-2-1
3
Petronella C.
Boxtel, 30 May 1907
Boxtel, 22 September 1907
64-22-2-1
4
Petronella
Boxtel, 30 July 1909
Boxtel, 6 January 1910
65-22-2-1
5
Petrus Cornelis
Boxtel, 11 September 1912
Boxtel, 19 February 1990
66-22-2-1
6
Cornelia
Boxtel, 6 May 1914
Boxtel, 28 July 1914
67-22-2-1
7
Cornelia
Boxtel, 21 February 1916
68-22-2-1
According to the Boxtel Register (1913-1922, Folio 234) Hendrikus and his family originally lived at A 280. The register also mentions that the eldest son Antonius was taken off the register from 30 October 1913 until 1 August 1914 due to his stay at a boarding school in Venray.
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The family also housed some boarders, namely Antonius van Dun, coal-heaver (born 26 May 1892 in Boxtel), Willem Philippus Wagelaar, bookbinder
(born 7 October 1874 in Groningen), and Wilhelmus J. van de Meerendonk, civil servant (born 7 April 1856 in ‘s-Hertogenbosch).
The family lived on the Onrooiseweg and ran a grocery shop. Hendrikus went out with a grocer’s cart to sell goods; the goods were bought from the wholesaler “de Leeuw.” His sales area covered Liempde, Best, and Boxtel. While out peddling, a lot of trading also took place. Instead of receiving money payments, he would accept small animals such as rabbits.
His youngest daughter Cornelia remembers her father as very friendly, and a popular fellow. Though there was not much entertainment available at the time, she recalls Hendrikus was a member of an archery club. He was not known as a drinker, but when he returned from archery club parties, he often sang the song “Als de Koning nog een roosje schiet dan treuren wij nog niet” (When the King hits a bull’s-eye, we do not feel sad.)
Hendrikus died of intestinal cancer at age 60. The witnesses at his passing were his eldest son Antonius, and Hendrikus van de Langenberg.
This section includes pictures of the Hendrikus van der Sloot family, and provides information on the bonnet as a status symbol–which in this case was worn by his wife, Anna Maria van der Velden. Also included are prayer cards for Hendrikus and Maria as well as a picture of the burial monument for Anna
Maria.
Maria
Hendrikus
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Standing from left to right: Petrus, Wilhelmina, Antonius, and Cornelia Seated: Hendrikus and Maria
Hendrikus with his son Antonius
Hendrikus van der Sloot Family
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The Bonnet as a Status Symbol
A woman’s headdress clearly signified her income level, though undoubtedly some women dressed above their standing. The Brabant bonnet did not portray as much wealth as bonnets worn by women living in the clay-soil areas such as Zeeland, North and South Holland, Friesland, and Groningen. This was understandable, for North Brabant was a poor area in every respect. The sandy soil of Brabant did not produce as large a yield as the clay soils did. Another cause of their poverty was that during the 80-Year War the area was plundered repeatedly and afflicted with numerous cases of arson and ravages of Catholic Church buildings. In addition to this, the people carried an enormous burden in providing for the regiments. After the Peace of Muenster of 1648, things did not improve much for North Brabant. North of the Great Rivers, the reformed religion was declared the public religion. Therefore, the church in predominantly Catholic Brabant had to hand over their assets. Boundary ch style churches. These all cost a lot of money. Thus, it took a long time for the Brabant people to recover from poverty. Moreover, if the arrival of the bonnet following the cap was any sign of prosperity, there was indeed improvement in the area.
It is difficult to trace the origin of the bonnet with the pleated frontal strip worn in some regions in the 19th century. It is almost certain that the first bonnet come into existence around 1870 when the small patske was worn on top of the cap, but then only in areas, which yielded larger crops with better and richer sandy soil. Gradually this small bonnet
grew to a bonnet of size. All Brabant-women stayed true to the bonnet originating from their birthplaces. The exception was when a woman moved to another city during childhood: she then adopted the headdress of her new hometown.
In the picture Anna van der Velden, wife of Hendrikus van der Sloot, is wearing a bonnet that was usually worn for special occasions by most Boxtel women. In addition to this bonnet, koveltjes were worn, as is shown in the other picture. In the Boxtel region, these were much wider, almost square, when viewed from behind. These caps were characterized with a strip of very fine muslin on both sides of the entre deux. In between these strips, a bow was attached. In front, three toerkens were situated one on top of another of which the top one started back somewhat in respect to the previous toerken. Two ribbons in the back were tied beneath the chin and in the back two ribbons hung down. In the case of the mourning bonnet pictured, the ribbons are simply hemmed on both sides and at the end.
Though the bonnet had historical value, it all but disappeared in the 1960′s and ended as
a collector’s item.
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Sweetest heart of Jesus,
do not be my judge, but my
redeemer.
(50 days indulgence)
Pray for the soul o f Deceased
HENDRIKUS VAN DER SLOOT
Member of the procession Boxtel-Kavelaer, of the
Brotherhood of the H. Blood, the Vught Procession of
the Living Rosary and Apostleship of Prayer.
Born in Boxtel 31 August 1872
and passed away at that place 6 July 1933
provided of the H.H. Sacraments.
Husband of
Maria Anna van der Velden.
He had fallen ill and there was no one who could help him. Blessed be the servant who wakefully receives the Lord when He arrives. H. Scripture.
A blessed deathbed is the reward of a good life.
My God, remember how I lived for thee in simplicity and with a sincere conscience. I Cor. I
Dear Wife, do not commit thy heart to mourning, but put thy trust in God, He shall help thee.
Dear children, honor thy mother all the days of her life, for he who honors his mother, is someone who gathers treasures. Keep the commandments and devote thyself, for devotion is profitable in all. And remember that even
thou shalt pass away. H. Scripture
All pray for me. Esther IV
My Jesus, have mercy
That he may rest in peace, Amen.
W. Grillis, sexton St. Petrus, Boxtel.
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Today shalt thou be with me in paradise
Pray for the soul of deceased
MARIA ANNA VAN DER VELDEN
widow of
HENDRIKUS VAN DER SLOOT
born in Boxtel 2 March 1875 and passed away at
that place 13 February 1956, provided of the last
of the H.H. Sacraments.
Member of the St. Elisabeth, Spreading of the
Faith, H. Blood and Refuge.
Her life was that of a true Christian mother, with love of life; she was all tender care and no thoughts of selfishness.
The sweet joy of her character, coupled with loving simplicity, won every heart.
We do not want to be grieved, mother, now that you are no longer with us, for we know that you are now closer to us. We do not begrudge thee the great joy of being with God.
Dear children, grandchildren, and sisters: the Lord giveth, and he taketh away. Do not cry like those who have no hope, for I shall see thee again.
For it is only God’s followers for whom life is changed, not taken away, and for us is prepared an eternal home in heaven, after this earthy abode has been broken.
My Jesus, have Mercy.
J. van Abeelen, Sexton St. Petrus, Boxtel
Burial Monument Maria Anna van der Velden
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Personal Document: Wilhelmus van der Sloot
Document Number
23
Relationship Number
2-1
Color
White
Name:
Sloot van der
First Name(s):
Wilhelmus
Place of Birth:
Boxtel
Date of Birth:
29 November 1873
(RS Boxtel Inv. 76 Doc. 142)
Father:
Antonius van der Sloot
Mother:
Place of Death:
Boxtel
Date of Death:
27 January 1874
Nothing is known about Wilhelmus except his birth and death dates.
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