Vital Records, Otsego County, NY (1860 & 1879)

 Oneonta Herald, Oneonta, NY, August 1, 1860

Deaths

In Laurens [Otsego Co. NY] July 15th, Mr. Franklin Mattison in the 38th year of his age, after an illness of about two weeks.

In this town [Oneonta, Otsego Co. NY] on the 23d of July, Mrs. Margaret Walling wife of Mr. Samuel Walling, in the 67th year of her age.  She has suffered much for four months, but has at length fallen, and paid the debt the living owe.

News Item

A few weeks since, we mentioned a case of suspected poisoning in the town of Middletown [Delaware Co. NY].  A Mr. Herrington, after being sick some days, died and was buried.  Circumstances occurred which excited suspicions that there had been foul play.  The body was disinterred and a postmortem examination held, the result of which was the arrest and detention of Mrs. Herrington until an analysis of parts of the body could be had.  Parts of the body, stomach, intestines, &c., were went to a competent chemist, who, we understand, found poison diffused through the system in sufficient quantities to cause death.  Mrs. Herrington, wife of deceased, was brought to the jail in this village [Delhi, Delaware Co. NY] on Saturday, the 21st of July to await the action of the Grand jury. The parties had been married but a few months and came from Pennsylvania. The accused is not quite seventeen years old.  Delaware Gazette

Oneonta Herald, Oneonta, NY, August 8, 1860

Deaths

In this town [Oneonta, Otsego Co. NY] July 17th of diarrhea, Adah [Hillsinger] aged 10 months; July 20th, Michael [Hillsinger] aged 2 years 8 months and 3 days; July 23d, Abraham [Hillsinger] aged 6 years, 11 months and 23 days; July 29th, Jacob [Hillsinger] aged 4 years, 7 months and 26 days, children of William and Nancy Hillsinger.

In Milford [Otsego Co. NY] August 4th of Diarrhea, Mary Roselia [Quackenbush] daughter of James and Sarah Jane Quackenbush, aged 3 years 4 months and 10 days.

On Monday of last week, says the Delaware Gazette Enoch Knapp son of Abram Knapp, residing at Shenandoah, in East Fishkill [Dutchess Co. NY] was killed by lightning.  He and a smaller brother were plowing corn when a shower came up and while the brother ran to the house, Enoch took refuge under an apple tree, where he was found soon after the shower, with his clothes torn, his head bleeding and he dead.  He was 17 years old.

Coroner Robinson held a postmortem examination on the body of Julia Baker of Burlington [Otsego Co. NY] on Tuesday the 7th inst.  The verdict of the jury, after hearing the testimony of Drs. Sprague and Lathrop, and others, was promptly rendered that her death was the result of a fatal disease and we are assured that the examination established the truth of the finding beyond doubt.  Freeman's Journal

Oneonta Herald, Oneonta, NY, August 15, 1860

News Item

When the census was taken five years ago, the population of the town [Unadilla, Otsego Co. NY] was 2722.  since that time a portion of the town has been added to the town of Butternuts [Otsego Co. NY], decreasing the number of inhabitants in the town of Unadilla about 150.  The population of the town, exclusive of the village is 1900; population of the village, 816; total 2716, a gain of 144 in 5 years.  The number of deaths in the town during the past year is 26.  The oldest person in the town is Mrs. Anna Wilde who was 100 years old at her last birthday.  Unadilla Times

Oneonta Herald, Oneonta, NY, August 29, 1860

Marriage

In this place [Oneonta, Otsego Co. NY] on the 26th inst. by Rev. David L. Pendell, Mr. Frederick Baldwin of Westford [Otsego Co. NY] and Miss Amelia Shaver of Schenevus [Otsego Co. NY].

Morris Chronicle, Morris, NY, July 23, 1879

Marriage

GEORGIA - MUDGE:  In Laurens [Otsego Co. NY] July 13, by Rev. G.A. Beebee, Morrell L. Georgia and Miss Julia A. mudge both of West Laurens.

Deaths

CARR:  In Laurens [Otsego Co. NY] July 16, Alma [Carr] wife of William Carr and daughter of Leonard Frink, aged 20 years.

Mrs. Alma Carr, aged 22 years, wife of W. H. Carr and daughter of Leonard Frink, after an illness of six days died July 16th.  She leaves a little girl 2 years old and an infant child.  The funeral was largely attended last Friday and was the saddest ever witnessed in this village.  

SKINNER:  In Oneonta [Otsego Co. NY] July 13, Henry P. Skinner aged 32 years.

News Item

After Jimmy Stevens, the boy killed by lightning on Tuesday, was taken home and while the corpse was being prepared by the undertaker for burial, a picture resembling a photograph of a butternut limb came out on his back very distinctly and stayed there.  It is certain that this print was not upon his back before he was taken home.  Photographing in this manner is often performed by lightning.  Jimmy's back was bare when he was killed and the bush which was photographed upon his skin was just over his bare back.  Binghamton Republican

Vital Records, Otsego County, NY (1871)

 Morris Chronicle, Morris, NY, November 1, 1871

Marriages

At the residence of the bride's father in Otego [Otsego Co. NY] Oct. 24th, by Rev. J.W. Mevis, Mr. Stoughton A. Horton to Miss Frank Marble all of Otego.

At the home of the bride, Oct. 21st by Rev. E. White, Albert Sutherland of Oneonta [Otsego Co. NY] to Miss Mahala Green of Franklin [Delaware Co. NY].

At Mt. Vision [Otsego Co. NY] Oct. 15, by Rev. G.R. Burnside, Charles Utter of Oneonta [Otsego Co. NY] to Miss Elizabeth Meekley of Sidney [Delaware Co. NY].

At the residence of the bride's father in Hartwick [Otsego Co. NY] Oct. 17th by Rev. C. Wait, Mr. Jerome Fish of Cooperstown [Otsego Co. NY] to Miss Angeline O. Tucker of Hartwick.

At the residence of the bride's father in Piertown, Oct. 18th, by Rev. C.C. Smith, Mr. Willard Warren to Miss Harriet Williams both of Otsego [Otsego Co. NY].

At Hartwick [Otsego Co. NY] Oct. 19th at the residence of the bride's father by Rev. G.I. Travis, Seymour G. Smith of New York City to Ida M. Proctor of Hartwick.

In Cooperstown [Otsego Co. NY] at the residence of E. Shumway Oct. 23d, by Rev. Orren Perkins. Mr. George E. Rouse of Cooperstown to Miss Anna Smith of Middlefield [Otsego Co. NY].

At the house of the bride's father, Oct. 22d by Rev. W.R. Cochrane, Mr. John W. West and Miss Frank Annette Matteson all of Exeter [Otsego Co. NY].

Rev. S.J. White and wife of Walton [Delaware Co. NY] celebrated their silver wedding on the 12th inst.  Mr. White has preached in Delaware and Otsego counties during the whole period of his married life and has won hosts of warm friends. For several years he preached in Butternuts [Otsego Co. NY] The presents at the silver wedding were numerous and valuable.

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Golden Wedding:  On Tuesday evening, Oct. 23d, Mr. and Mrs. David E. Whitcomb of the town [Morris Otsego Co. NY] celebrated their fiftieth wedding anniversary.  A large company of friends gathered under the parental roof; among them were four who attended their wedding fifty years ago, including Mrs. Horace Harrison, of this village, who was bridesmaid at that time. The number of guests present was about ninety and many and sincere were the congratulations offered and old friends who had not been brought together for years, here met and renewed former friendship.  The guests after the first formality had worn off, were as social as bees, and all "went merry as the marriage bell."  At about ten o'clock the company gathered in the spacious hall and sitting room when Rev. H.H. Fisher of Maryland and Rev. C. Ayer of this village read each a poem expressive of their sentiments for the occasion, after which the doxology "Praise God from whom all blessings flow," &c. was sung by all present and prayer was offered, when the guests were seated for refreshments.  No presents were expected, but notwithstanding this, friends presented a number of beautiful and useful presents and quite a number of gold pieces were found on the table in neat white envelopes for Mr. and Mrs. Whitcomb, for which they request us through these columns to return to the donors their most grateful acknowledgements, assuring them that these mementos of friendship will ever be cherished by them as gifts from esteemed friends and neighbors. While looking upon the family group that night, we were reminded of a poem we once read which we are sure must have been designed for such occasions.

"I saw her and I loved her, / I sought her and I won / Four dozen pleasant summers / And more since then have run, / And the voices of our sons, / Now standing at her side, / Remind me of the autumn / When she became my bride."

Deaths

In South New Berlin [Chenango Co. NY] Tuesday Oct. 10th, Mrs. Esther Chamberlain wife of the well-known Rev. J.H. Chamberlain took her departure from the shore of time to the land of immortal glory.  This mother in Zion has for a long time been a resident of New Berlin and a member of the Baptist church.  Owing to her warm and generous nature, her kind and loving disposition, her large and sympathizing heart, her name has been associated with all that is noble in the qualities of the true Christian.  Her loss is universally mourned, yet we know that although we may weep, yet angels rejoice in welcoming to their number another "who has gone up out of tribulation, and has washed her robes, and made them white in the blood of the Lamb."

We learn that Mr. Willard Hopkins died suddenly at his residence in the town of Laurens [Otsego Co. NY] on Tuesday, Oct. 24th of heart disease.

News Item

Great fears are entertained as to the safety of Rev. John T. Goodrich, formerly of Philadelphia, Pa. but who, with his family, have been visiting numerous relatives in and about Guilford [Chenango Co. NY].  He was supposed to have been in Chicago during the recent conflagration and has not since been heard from.  Two gentlemen have started in search of him.  His family are almost frantic.

Vital Records, Chenango (1841) & Broome (1846) Counties, NY

 Chenango Telegraph, Norwich, NY, March 3, 1841

Death

In Plymouth [Chenango Co. NY] on Wednesday the 17th ult. Mrs. Harriet Per Lee wife of Walter Per Lee, Esq.

A man named Conrad Valhyder supposed to be about 80 years of age, came to his death on the night of the 10th ult. by freezing.  The deceased lived by himself in a small house in Hancock in this county [Delaware Co. NY] and had been for a long time addicted to intemperate habits.  He had the afternoon previous to his death purchased a bottle of rum and returned to his residence as usual, where it is supposed he drank freely from his bottle, became intoxicated, and laid himself down before the fireplace, in which position he was found on the morning of the 11th, a frozen corpse.  Delaware Gazette

Chenango Telegraph, Norwich, NY, March 31, 1841

Death

A boy by the name of William Howland, who lived in Delhi, Delaware Co. [NY] lost his life last week by the following imprudent act:  Leading a young horse to water, which was so spirited as to be almost unmanageable, by one of his strength he tied the halter round his wrist to make sure his held.  The horse took fright dragged him to the ground and so badly injured him that he lived but one day.  Let this sad calamity be a warning to youngsters whose carelessness and ignorance of danger would not be healthy.

The last Oxford Times (having mislaid the paper, we are unable to copy the article itself) gives the particulars of the death of a young man, a resident of Smithville [Chenango Co. NY] named Consor, who was found dead in the woods on Sunday of last week.  It seems that on the Friday previous, he started out on a hunting excursion and after following a fox until afternoon and having driven the animal into a hole, he called at a house and borrowed an axe, saying that he would return it in a short time.  Not complying with his promise, and failing to return home, a search was made for him on the day on which he was found. When discovered he was dead, lying with his face to the earth. The cause that led to his death is left to conjecture alone.  Appearances indicated that he had become lost, and fatigue and hunger may have proved fatal to the poor boy.  His dog was by his side.  It is said that he was buried without an inquest being held on the body.

Binghamton Courier, Binghamton, NY, March 4, 1846

Marriages

In this village [Binghamton, Broome Co. NY] Feb. 18, at Mr. Way's Hotel, by J.M. Snyder, Mr. Horton Wheat of Catlin, Chemung Co. N.Y. to Miss Esther McKune of Harmony, Susquehanna Co. Pa.

At Great Bend Pa. on the 24th ult. by Rev. J.B. McCreary, Mr. Roswell Robinson of Union [Broome Co. NY] to Miss Betsey Osborn of this town [Binghamton, Broome Co. NY].

In West Windsor [Broome Co. NY] on the 1st inst. by the Rev. M. Dyer, Mr. Hiram Weed to Mrs. Angeline Robinson.

In Colesville [Broome Co. NY] on the 1st inst. by the Rev. N.B. Wilkins, Mr. Peter Ellsworth of Lanesborough Pa. to Mrs. Clarissa Chase of West Windsor [Broome Co. NY

Deaths

In the town of Hudson, Walworth County, Wisconsin on the 16th of January, Jesse Hand aged 62 years, formerly of New Lebanon, Columbia Co. N.Y.

In this town [Binghamton, Broome Co. NY] on the 11tyh inst. Elizabeth [Hatch] wife of Oliver W. Hatch and daughter of Richard and Catharine Lewis.

One day last week, the house of a Mr. Perkins in the town of Pitcher [Chenango Co. NY] took fire and owing to a quantity of flax deposited in a room, the flames spread with such fearful rapidity, that all attempts to extinguish the fire proved futile.  Mr. Perkins went round his house and opened a window for the purpose of rescuing a bed.  He ran his head in, seized the clothes and there remained unmovable.  He was seen by an individual a short distance off, who hastened to his relief & when he pulled him back, the flames completely enveloped his head and shoulders, shooting out some six feet. He was dreadfully burnt, insensible and his grasp upon the clothes spasmodic, bringing them away with him, although it required the utmost strength of his deliverer to drag him out of the fire.  He lived three or four days and died seemingly unconscious of his situation. whether he was seized with a fit, or stultified by the atmosphere, has not been determined.  Chenango Telegraph

Binghamton Courier, Binghamton, NY, March 11, 1846

Marriage

In Maine village [Broome Co. NY] on the 6th inst. by Samuel M. Hunt Esq. Mr. John J. Egan and Miss Jane Johnson all of that place.

Deaths

In this village [Binghamton, Broome Co. NY] on the 8th inst. Frederick V. L. Squires aged 20 years.

In this village [Binghamton, Broome Co. NY] on the 26th ult. Horace Chesley [Griswold] son of Horace S. Griswold, Esq. aged 11 months.

In this village [Binghamton, Broome Co. NY] on the 4th inst. Mr. Peter Potter aged 62 years.

Binghamton Courier, Binghamton, NY, March 18, 1846

Marriage

In Millbury, Worcester Co., Mass. on the 3d inst. by the Rev. N. Beech, Mr. Luther Jenison of Union [Broome Co. NY] to Miss Maria Louisa Putnam of the former place.

Death

In this village [Binghamton, Broome Co. NY] on the 9th inst. Albert Morgan [Tracy] infant son of Justus and Martha Tracy, aged six months.

Binghamton Courier, Binghamton, NY, March 25, 1846

Deaths

In this village [Binghamton, Broome Co. NY] on Wednesday the 18th instant, Charles Edward [Hand] son of Dr. Stephen D. and Elmina Hand, aged 7 months.

In this town [Binghamton, Broome Co. NY] on the 14th instant. Mrs. Submit Moore aged 87 years.

Vital Records, Madison County, NY (1819 &1873)

 The Pilot, Cazenovia, NY, November 17, 1819

Death

On Sunday evening last, Mr. Henry Graham was instantly killed by falling from his wagon, the wheels of which passing across his head. The deceased, with his wife and two children, were on their route from West Hartford, Con. to Huron County Ohio.

The Pilot, Cazenovia, NY, December 1, 1819

Marriage

On the 21st ult. by Elisha Williams, esq., Mr. Thomas F. Borden to Miss Electa Freeborn daughter of widow Nancy Freeborn, all of this town [Cazenovia, Madison Co. NY].

The Pilot, Cazenovia, NY, December 15, 1819

Marriages

Where souls congenial sentiments expand, / How blest, how happy must the union prove! / Alike delighted with the mutual band, / Hug the sweet chain and only live to love.

Married on Wednesday last, by elder J. Peck, Mr. Isaac N. Lansing ro Miss Lucretia Willcox all of this town [Cazenovia, Madison Co. NY].

On Sunday evening last, by the same, Mr. Rodney Lathrop of N. York, to Miss Fanny Hayward of this place [Cazenovia, Madison Co. NY].

Democratic Union, Oneida, NY, February 6, 1873

Marriages

SLONE - NASH:  At Suits' Hotel, Clockville [Madison Co. NY] Jan. 30, by G.C. Parkill, Esq. Mr. Charles A. Slone of Hollen Patent [Oneida Co. NY] and Miss Mary A. Nach of Siloam [Madison Co. NY].

RICE - MILLER:  At the home of the bride, Jan. 23, by Rev. B.H. Brown, Mr. Joseph S. Rice and Miss Frankie E. [Miller] daughter of Levi Miller, Esq., all of Smithfield [Madison Co. NY].

THAYER -= GIFFORD:  At the parsonage, Jan.28, by Rev. William Searls, Mr. Charles M. Thayer of Verona [Oneida Co. NY] and Miss Louisa M. Gifford of Rome [Oneida Co. NY].

CRONK - PETRIE:  In Canastota [Madison Co. NY] Jan. 1, by Rev. B.W. Hamilton, Edgar Cronk and Libbie M. Petrie.

WHITFORD - HOWELL:  In Pompey, N.Y. [Onondaga Co.] Jan. 8, by the same, John L. Whitford and Mary E. Howell.

LOMBARD - TOWNE:  At the residence of Mr. Nash near Clockville [Madison Co. NY] Jan. 23, by the same minister, R.W. Lombard and Mary E. Towne.

COLMAN - RUSSEL:  In Smyrna [Chenango Co. NY] Jan. 15, by Rev. J. Storrs, Mr. Charles Colman and Miss Adelia Russel, both of Smyrna.

FAIRCHILD - PURDY:  In Sherburne Four Corners [Chenango Co. NY] Jan. 22, by Rev. Frank H. Newton, Mr. Devillo J. Fairchild and Miss Hattie C. Purdy all of Sherburne.

MOORE - BRADY:  In McGregor, Iowa, Jan. 9, by Rev. W. Fawcet, Mr. M.A. Moore of Dubuque and Miss Mary Brady formerly of Morrisville [Madison Co. NY].

Deaths

WOODSON:  In Oneida [Madison Co. NY] Feb. 3 at the residence of C.L. Sargent, Mrs. Mary J. Woodson, formerly of Great Falls, N.H. in the 63d year of her age.

COOPER:  Three miles south of Oneida [Madison Co. NY] Jan. 27, Isaac Cooper aged 58 years and 3 months.

HOLMES:  In DeRuyter [Madison Co. NY] Feb. 2, Mr. Arza Holmes in his 67th year.

BIGELOW:  In Augusta [Oneida Co. NY] Jan. 28, Miss Lodeme Bigelow aged 77 years, 4 months and 11 days.

KEELER:  In Camden, Oneida Co. [NY] Jan. 8, Nathaniel Keeler formerly of Fenner [Madison Co. NY] aged 80 years.

CHAPIN:  In Cheshire, Allegan Co., Mich., Jan. 20, Enos Chapin formerly from this county [Madison Co. NY], and a brother of Samuel Chapin of this village [Cazenovia, Madison Co. NY] aged 63 years.

PHILLIPS:  In Canastota [Madison Co. NY] Dec. 19, Gilbert Frank Phillips aged 89 years.

ELDREDGE:  In Richmond, Jan. 27 of consumption, Mrs. Ede Maria [Eldredge] widow of the late Woodworth Eldredge of Hamilton [Madison Co. NY] the youngest daughter of the late Deacon Charles Randall of Norwich [Chenango Co. NY] aged 47 years.

Vital Records, Otsego County NY (1879)

 Oneonta Herald & Democrat, Oneonta, NY, July 11, 1879

Marriages

It Otego [Otsego Co. NY] July 2d, by Rev. A. Thomas, Jerome Coperloy and Miss Georgeanna Sitterley, both of Milford [Otsego Co. NY

In Harpersfield [Delaware Co. NY] July 4th, at the residence of the bride, by Rev. Gardner Dean, Benjamin Birdsall and Miss Sarah Brainard.

In Norwich [Chenango Co. NY] July 4th by W.H. Gunn Esq. Melvin J. Wright and Catharine Lennon both of Morris [Otsego Co. NY].

In Gilbertsville [Otsego Co. NY] July 3d by Rev. J.H. Sage, William P. Card and Mrs. Julia A. Chase both of South Edmeston [Otsego Co. NY].

In Hartwick [Otsego Co. NY] July 3 by Rev. S.M. Cook, Harvey M. Eldred of Colesville [Broome Co. NY] and Melissa R Westcott of Milford [Otsego Co. NY].

In Maryland [Otsego Co. NY] July 4th, by Rev. E. Potter, James L. Comber of Oneonta [Otsego Co. NY] and Miss Jennie P. Bates of Laurens [Otsego Co. NY].

In Maryland [Otsego Co. NY] July 2d by Rev. E. Potter Delos H. Kelley and Miss Cora Talmage.

Deaths

In Oneonta [Otsego Co. NY] July 10th, Minnie [Coon] daughter of Samuel Coon, aged 1 year 8 months.

In Unadilla [Otsego Co. NY] July 7th, Mrs. Sophia Bristol aged 52 years.

In New Lisbon [Otsego Co. NY] July 7, Harvey D. [Potter] son of E.D. Potter, in the 3d year of his age.

In Westford [Otsego Co. NY] July 6, Nicholas Banker aged 46 years.  During the rebellion he served in the 121st regiment.

In Cherry Valley [Otsego Co. NY] July 8th, George Scott aged 87 years.

In Roseboom [Otsego Co. NY] July 6th, Hannah Yendley aged 84 years.

In Roseboom [Otsego Co. NY] July 3d, Willie P. Chase in the 10th year of his age.

Rev. Dr. Zachariah Paddock a prominent Methodist divine, died at Binghamton [Broome Co. NY] on the 4th inst.  He was born in Montgomery County [NY]in 1798.

Simon Turner of Preston, Chenango Co. [NY] aged 90 years, was found dead Tuesday afternoon in a small creek at the rear of his residence.

Charles Lawton a resident of this village [Franklin Delaware Co. NY] died very suddenly last Friday afternoon at 1 o'clock p.m.  He had been complaining of severe pain in his stomach and head for a few days yet was not considered dangerously ill.  A postmortem examination revealed the fact that his death was caused by an apoplectic shock or fit, causing death in about ten minutes.  The funeral services were largely attended on Sunday last, delegations of Masons being present from all of the adjoining towns.

Ashael Bemiss of this village [Franklin, Delaware Co. NY] formerly of Otego [Otsego Co. NY] was found dead near the residence of H.S. Edwards, one-half mile north of this place, on Monday noon.  Mr. Bemiss had been mowing nearby during the forenoon and was seen to fall and upon reaching him he was dead.  His funeral was held on Wednesday afternoon.

Freeman's Journal, Cooperstown, NY, July 31, 1879

Marriage

At Hartwick [Otsego Co. NY] March 30, 1879, by William H. Branch, Esq., C.N. Chase to Miss lizzie M. Wells all of Hartwick.

Deaths

In Schenevus [Otsego Co. NY] July 20th, Alanson C. Delong aged 58 years.

In Richfield Springs [Otsego Co. NY] July 8th, Samuel Baird aged 43 years.

In Schenevus [Otsego Co. NY] July 20th, Polly Wilbur aged 83 years.

Vital Records, Delaware (1833), Otsego (1883) & New York (1801)

 Delaware Gazette, Delhi, NY, July 3, 1833

Marriage

At Cannonsville [Delaware Co. NY] on the 27th ult by the Rev. Mr. Frederick of Deposit, Mr. Daniel Blanchard formerly of Bainbridge [Chenango Co. NY] to Miss Sally Randall, of the former place.

Deaths

In Bovina in this county [Delaware Co. NY] on Friday 21st ult of dropsy in the chest.  Thomas Landon, Junior esq. in the 69th year of his age.

In this city [Albany, Albany Co. NY] on Saturday morning last, of a lingering consumption, Mrs. Sally Phelps wife of Col. Homer R. Phelps, in the 40th year of her age.  She has left a husband and eight children to mourn her loss.  In the social duties of her life no one was more tender or sincere, and all who enjoyed the happiness of her friendship or even acquaintance, will sincerely lament the loss they have experienced; but must the amiable children now bereft of their parent.  Her remains were on Sunday deposited in the vault in -?- churchyard in this city, while her immortal soul, it is believed has winged its way to the bosom of its Savior and its God.  Her uprightness of life and conduct disarmed death of its sting and irradiated her path to the gloomy recesses of the tomb.  Albany Argus

Mrs. Phelps was formerly a resident of this village [Delhi, Delaware Co. NY]

Delaware Gazette, Delhi, NY, July 10, 1833

Elopement

Whereas my wife Betsey [Gun] has left my bed and board without any just cause or provocation, I do therefore forbid all persons harboring or trusting her on my account after this date.  Moses Gun Davenport [Delaware Co. NY] June 14, 1833.

Delaware Gazette, Delhi, NY, July 17, 1833

Marriages

In Davenport [Delaware Co. NY] on Saturday the 13th inst. by the Rev. Mr. Fisher, Mr. Jabez Hitchcolk Esq of this village [Delhi, Delaware Co. NY] to Mrs. Charity Mickle of the former place.

In Hamden [Delaware Co. NY] on the 10th inst. by Joseph S. Combs, Esq. Mr. Alden Andrews to Miss Sally Brainard.

Delaware Gazette, Delhi, NY July 24, 1833

Marriages

In the village of Deposit [Delaware Co. NY] on the 17th inst. by the Rev. Mr. McCreary, F.S. Wheeler Esq. to Miss Sophia Shaw all of the above place.

In Jefferson Schoharie Co. [NY] on the 14th inst. by the Rev. Mr. Brown, Mr. Benjamin Turner to Miss Angeline Starr all of that place.

Death

On Thursday last, 18th inst., Eli Mabie son of Mr. Levi Mabie of this town [Delhi, Delaware Co. NY], in the 20th year of his age was killed by the upsetting of a load of hay.  He was precipitated from the load upon the tines of a pitchfork which entered his body and caused almost instant death.  We had not a personal acquaintance with Mr. Mabie, but understand he was a young man of much promise, of modest appearance, good moral habits and possessing an intelligent mind.  His untimely fate will be deplored by his friends and acquaintances.

Unadilla Times, Unadilla, NY, November 14, 1883

Marriage

The marriage of one of the most estimable young ladies of our village [Unadilla, Otsego Co. NY], Miss Jennie A. Thorne to Mr. Chester H. Belknap took place at the residence of the bride's parents last Wednesday evening.  The marriage service was brief but very appropriately rendered by Rev. James Ryder and a goodly number of the direct relatives of the bride and groom were present upon the happy occasion.  Miss Agnes E. DeForest acted as bridesmaid attended by Mr. D.H. Loomis.  In the room where the nuptials were consummated, a beautiful miniature pavilion was erected over the entrance being suspended a horseshoe wrought in flowers with the motto above, "Long life and prosperity."  After the marriage, hearty congratulations were extended of which the rich presents were a pleasing evidence and a sumptuous wedding feast added to the pleasures of the evening.  The bride and groom remained with their friends the entire evening, deferring for the present their bridal tour.

On Friday evening a reception was tendered the happy couple at the residence of Mr. E.C. Belknap, father of the bridegroom; also, on Tuesday evening at Mr. A.J. Thorne's by their many young associates.  With the best wishes of hosts of friends, the journey of their married life opens most auspiciously and full of happy promise.

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Last Thursday evening about 100 relatives and friends met at the home of Mr. and Mrs. S.R. Smith to celebrate the twenty-fifth anniversary of their wedding.  Rev. E. Saphore, in a few appropriate remarks in behalf of the friends, presented the happy couple with the tokens of their friendship, among which was a silver castor, dessert spoons, tea spoons, a number of pieces of glass china, and magallon ware, tablecloths, tidies, Spanish lace tie, hair pin and other articles, besides $22.20 in money.  H.W. Dewey on behalf of Mr. and Mrs. Smith expressed their thanks in a very able manner, after which they were all invited to the house of Mr. J.E. Maxwell where a bountiful repast was furnished for the refreshment of the inner man.  All seemed to enjoy themselves finely and joined in wishing the happy couple many returns of this anniversary.

Death

Another terrible warning: Charlie Andrews a Binghamton lad [Broome Co. NY] was killed while catching a ride on a freight train at that place a few days ago.

New York Evening Post, New York City, November 16, 1801

Death

Yesterday, of a lingering illness, Miss Sally Casey a young lady in the prime of life, of amiable disposition and accomplished manners, esteemed by a numerous acquaintance and much beloved by her intimate friends.

New York Evening Post, New York City, November 19, 1801

Marriage

On -?- evening last by the Rev. Bishop -?- Mr. William Rogers Esq. to Mrs. Ann Criger both of this city.

New York Evening Post, New York City, November 21, 1801

Marriage

On the 13th inst. at Trenton [NJ] by the Rev. Andrew Hunter, Mr. Philip Van Courtlandt, Jun. of Onondaga, State of New York, to Miss Abigail Jouett of Elizabethtown, New Jersey.

Vital Records, Chenango (1825 & 1879) & Madison (1866) Counties, NY

Oxford Gazette, Oxford, NY, June 8, 1825

Death

At Cooperstown [Otsego Co. NY] on the 20th inst. Henry E. Dwight Esq. youngest brother of the late President Dwight of Yale College, aged 48(?) years.

Oxford Gazette, Oxford, NY, June 15, 1825

Elopement

Whereas my wife Catherine [Hastings] has eloped from my bed and board without cause or provocation.  This is to forbid all persons harboring or trusting her on my account as I shall pay no debts of her contracting after this date. Hiram S. Hastings, Smithville [Chenango Co. NY]

Oxford Gazette, Oxford, NY, June 22, 1825

Deaths

On Saturday morning last, Mrs. Charity Lyon wife of David Lyon of this town [Oxford, Chenango Co. NY].

At New York on the 13th inst. the Rev. John Summerfield the celebrated Methodist preacher in the 27th year of his age.

Oxford Times, Oxford, NY, May 7, 1879

Deaths

PRIME:  In this village [Oxford, Chenango Co. NY] April 23d, Edith M. [Prime] daughter of William W. and Sarah A. Prime, aged two months and 15 days.

BEACH:  In Greene [Chenango Co. NY] on April 26th, Mr. Amos Beach aged 70 years.

BRUSHELL:  In Norwich [Chenango Co. NY] May 1st, Mr. Amos Brushell, Jr. aged 60(?) years.

TRUESDELL: Unadilla Valley, NY: Our community has been saddened by the sudden death of Mrs. Harvey Truesdell a lady highly esteemed and the center of a large circle of friends.  Her funeral was held in the M.E. Church which was filled with mourners.  The casket was covered with beautiful flowers, but the fairest flower within was withering in the cold embrace of death.  The young mother with her beautiful babe are buried in one grave.  Rev. T.P. Halsted delivered the sermon, and the large congregation by their fixed attention and flowing tears attested their love for the departed. Death has been a frequent visitor in our valley during the past year, spring with her sunshine and flowers is thrice welcome after the dreary winter. [Ruby A. (Chamberlin) Truesdell, d. April 22, 1879, buried Maplewood Cemetery, Mt. Upton, NY]

Oneida Weekly Dispatch, Oneida, NY, December 29, 1866

Marriages

MERRILL - BUSHNELL:  In Canastota [Madison Co. NY], Dec. 22, by Rev. J.T. Crippen, S. Lewis Merrill of Lenox [Madison Co. NY] to Mrs. Mary S. Bushnell of the same place.

PETTIT - PINCKNEY:  In Canastota [Madison Co. NY] Dec. 24 by the same.  Lieut. S.K. Pettit to Miss Adelia Pinckney both of Clockville [Madison Co. NY].

BROWN - COLBROOK:  In Canastota [Madison Co. NY] Dec. 25, by the same, David K. Brown of Oriskany Falls [Oneida Co. NY] to Miss Sarah Colbrook of Utica [Oneida Co. NY].

ARSH - MARTINDALE:  In Canastota [Madison Co. NY] Dec. 25 by the same, Mr. Luther D. marsh to Miss Ellen D. Martindale both of Peterboro [Madison Co. NY].

ANDREWS - INGRAM:  In Canastota [Madison Co. NY] Dec. 25 by the same, Mr. Andrew D. Andrews, of Phelps, Ontario Co. [NY] to Miss Nancy Ingram of Canastota.

JONES - STONE:  In Pine Woods [Madison Co. NY] on Christmas Eve by Rev. F.D. Higgins, Mr. Henry C. Jones of Marathon Cortland Co. [NY] to Miss Fannie A. [Stone] eldest daughter of R. W. Stone.

KENNEDY - TUCKER:  In Morrisville [Madison Co. NY] Dec. 29 by Rev. Samuel Miller,  Charles L. Kennedy Esq. to Miss Mary J. Tucker both of Morrisville.

WILLEY - STANTON:  In Hamilton [Madison Co. NY] Dec. 11 by Rev. D.W. Skinner, Mr. Sereno Willey to Miss Hattie Stanton both of Poolville [Madison Co. NY].

WARR - STEWART:  In this village [Oneida, Madison Co. NY] Nov. 20 by Rev. C.E. Robinson, Mr. William W. Robinson of Oneida Valley [Madison Co. NY] to Miss Catharine Stewart of Oneida.

FITCH - VANWAGNEN:  In New York by Rev. Dr. Cheever, Mr. S. Fitch of Madison Co. N.Y. to Miss Sarah M. VanWagnen, New York.

SHERRILL - RICHMOND:  In Madison [Madison Co. NY] Dec. 25 by Rev. W.R. Brooks, Mr. Eddie D. Sherrill of Hamilton [Madison Co. NY] and Miss Florence A. Richmond of Madison.

SHIPMAN - CADWELL:  In Verona [Oneida Co. NY] Dec. 25th, by the Rev. Abel S. Wood, Mr. Charles D. Shipman of Bridgewater [Oneida Co. NY] to Miss Mary A. Cadwell of Verona.

BUSH - BUTLER:  In Sullivan [Madison Co. NY] Dec. 8 by J.J.L. Baker Esq. Mr. Clark N. Bush of Clay, Onondaga Co. [NY] to Miss Sarah J. Butler of Sullivan.

MOREY - CARD:  In Nelson [Madison Co. NY] Dec. 19 by Rev. L.A. Eddy, Mr. Pembroke S. Morey to Miss Anna L. Card both of Nelson.

Deaths

PEASE:  In Oneida Valley [Madison Co. NY] Dec. 23 of consumption, Mrs. Sarah S. Pease daughter of Luther and Elizabeth Philleo.

ROGERS:  In Hamilton [Madison Co. NY] Dec. 18, Medad Rogers in the 83d year of his age.

BURCHARD:  In Hamilton [Madison Co. NY] Dec. 5, Freddie Lester [Burchard] son of Sylvester Burchard, aged 8 years and 8 days.

MERRILS:  In New Woodstock [Madison Co. NY], Dec. 17, Asa Merrils aged 59 years.

CHENEY:  In Oneida [Madison Co. NY] Dec. 21, Clara F. [Cheney] infant daughter of Prentice D. and Sarah F. Cheney, aged 1yr 6m.

Cazenovia, Madison Co. NY:  Death is reaping a plenteous harvest among our older citizens.  William Greenman Esq., for many years a highly respected citizen of this village, died on Wednesday morning, aged 72 years.

Hamilton, Madison Co. NY:  The body of Robert White, formerly a merchant of Hamilton, but for several years past a resident of the city of New York, was brought to the former place last week for burial.