Oliver E. Taylor, who had resided at Gilbertsville [Otsego Co., NY] for over half a century died at his home in that village on April 24, in his 88th year. Mr. and Mrs. Don C. Pratt of Bainbridge, to whom he was a beloved uncle, were with him in the last days of his illness and at his bedside when death came on Sunday morning. The Gilbertsville Journal of April 28 says: "Mr. Taylor became a resident of the town of Butternuts at the time of his marriage to Miss Caroline Myrick in December, 1856, and for the last 50 years has lived in the house in which he died, on the corner of Grove and Sylvan streets. Mr. Taylor built the house himself soon after the street was laid out, cutting away the trees of the grove for that purpose. Mr. and Mrs. Taylor were the oldest married couple in town, and it is very unusual to find two people who have lived together for more than 50 years in one location. Mr. Taylor joined the Presbyterian church at New Haven, Conn., and brought his letter to the Presbyterian church of Gilbertsville in March, 1859, so that he had been at the time of his death a member for more than 51 years. He was a member of the Gilbertsville Fire company at its organization and was the last of the old charter members. He was said to be the oldest fireman in the State of New York. For several years Mr. Taylor has been unable to follow his trade of carpenter on account of his advanced age, but had maintained an interest in all the affairs of the Town and State. He was able then too, to indulge his taste for the collection of antique articles and he has left behind a rare museum of them. Since November last he has been confined to his home, but until the past few days has been able to be about the house. His heart had been weak and troubled him much, so that for several days previous to his death he was unable to lie down, but passed quietly away Sunday morning, April 24, 1910. The funeral services were held at his late home on Tuesday afternoon, Rev. F.H. Watkins. Pastor of the Presbyterian church officiating, with interment in Brookside cemetery. His wife survives. [Bainbridge Republican, May 12, 1910]
Helen Croak, wife of Fred Seeger, died at the hospital in Omaha, Nebraska, from cerebral spinal appendicitis. Mrs. Seeger was the daughter of John and Emma Croak of Pacific Junction, Iowa, and a niece of Mrs. Helen Moore of this city. She was a graduate of the Pacific Junction High School and was a teacher. A talented woman that will be greatly missed. [Bainbridge Republican, May 12, 1910]
Catherine Amelia Phelps, whose sudden death was briefly announced as having occurred Thursday June 2nd, was born at North Canton, March 15th, 1831, She was a daughter of Col. A.N. Humphrey and Amelia Higley, who with their family of five children moved to this section about 1849 and settled at Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY]. She was twice married, her first husband being Henry McClaury, to whom she was wedded March 15, 1855. For a time they resided just above Unadilla village, on what was later known as the McClellan farm. Two daughters were born to them, one dying at a tender age, the other becoming Mrs. George B. Brown, whose death occurred at Mount Vernon, N.Y., some years ago. The McClaury family moved from here to Bennettsville [Chenango Co., NY] where the husband was killed in a threshing machine accident in 1861. Her marriage with E. Barnard Phelps took place at Bainbridge in 1862 or 1863, and they took up a residence in Connecticut, where their happiness was blighted by the death of Mr. Phelps a few months later. The decedent was possessed of fine womanly traits and was beloved by all who knew her long and intimately. She was a member of the Episcopal church. For many years she made her home among her brothers and sisters and with her late daughter at Mount Vernon. Much of her time was passed at the home of her late brother, Nelson A. Humphrey, at Bainbridge, and for varying periods, since they have resided here, with Mr. and Mrs. William G. Sands, the latter being her niece. One sister, living in Wisconsin, survives the decedent.--Unadilla Times. [Bainbridge Republican, June 16, 1910]
The funeral of Mrs. Geo. D. Burton was held from the family residence, about two and one-half miles from Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY], Saturday, June 11, at 1 p.m., Rev. G.E. Van Woert of the Methodist Episcopal church officiated and spoke eloquently and most effectively of the beautiful, cheerful disposition and immaculate character of the deceased. She was a loving wife and fond mother, always ready to help those in distress. Mrs. Burton was ill but a short period of time and suffered intensely until she was called "to that mansion not made with hands but eternal in the heavens." Although the weather was most unfavorable, the house was crowded with relatives, neighbors and friends who sympathized with the grief-stricken husband. Mrs. Burton was born at Sidney, July 30, 1867 and married Jan. 8th, 1890. A trio, composed of Messrs. Bert Wilcox, Geo. Ives and Chas. Peckham, sang three selections. there was a profusion of cut flowers and several beautiful set pieces. She is survived by her husband, Geo. D. Burton; one son, Glenn; her father, John Fisher of Afton; brother, M.J. Fisher of Afton and one sister, Mrs. Fred Burton of Bainbridge....[Bainbridge Republican, June 16, 1910]
On Sunday morning Thurston E. Ackerly died at his home in Binghamton [Broome Co., NY], aged 57 years. His body was brought to this village on Tuesday and buried in Greenlawn cemetery [Bainbridge, Chenango Co., NY], the services at the grave being conducted by the Rev. G.E. VanWoert. Mr. Ackerly was born in this village and lived here until about nine years ago when he moved his family to Susquehanna and later to Binghamton. He is survived by his wife, one daughter, Mrs. William Waters of Binghamton, and one sister, Mrs. Andrew J. Lawrence, of Windsor. It is supposed Mr. Ackerly died from an apoplectic shock. He fell from the porch at his home Saturday evening and neighbors passing by saw it and came to his help taking him inside to his couch. He did not seem to be insensible or injured when they left him. His wife who was away when he fell came in later and seeing him sleeping calmly on the couch, and apparently quite naturally, did not arouse him. She retired to her bed and through the night hearing no disturbance she did not arise until 5:30 o'clock. Going to his side she felt sure death had come to hm. Doctors were sent for and a coroner decided that death was due to apoplexy. Mr. Ackerly was an expert painter by trade. His parents and grandparents were both members of the Methodist church of Bainbridge and the deceased and family attended that church. Mr. Ackerly was a nephew of Ransom Ackerly of Bainbridge. [Bainbridge Republican, June 30, 1910]
Mrs. Charlotte A. Bennett departed this life July 27th, after a very painful illness of some weeks, at the age of 51. From the first Mrs. Bennett felt that this might prove her last sickness and made all her arrangements for her departure, if it should so be ordered, and often said that she would like to live, yet if God willed it she was prepared to go. Fearing that reason might be dethroned toward the last, she called her family to her bedside and bid them each good bye, saying "that she thought it best to do this while she had her consciousness, as she might not always be able to recognize them." and it proved true, for in the last days of her life she scarcely knew anyone. In mental power and ability of mind Mrs. Bennett had few equals. She possessed a discrimination that would have fitted her for a high and useful position had she been called to it. Added to this she had a native grace and dignity queen-like, which at once fitted her for a leader and made her the charm of every circle in which she moved and above all graced her own home. Besides the natural powers and graces Mrs. Bennett was a firm believer in God's Word, and in the justice of His divine requirements and sought in her own life to meet these requirements. She was baptized some twenty-five years ago by Rev. Henry Roberston, into the membership of the Bennettsville Baptist Church. During this time she has sustained an unimpeachable Christian character. In the death of Mrs. Bennett society has lost a polished and refined mind; the Sabbath school a cultivated and earnest teacher and home its brightest star. Her funeral was very largely attended, and Rev. Henry Roberston discoursed ably from the words, "Whom the Lord loveth he chasteneth and scourgeth every son whom he receiveth." Thus one after another of Earth's children passes away, and how blessed the invitation "Come unto me all ye that are weary and heavy laden and I will give you rest." [Bainbridge Republican, Aug. 3, 1872]
Mrs. Thomas Searles aged 35 years, died at the family home on West Main street [Bainbridge, Chenango Co., NY] Saturday evening, Feb. 23. Mrs. Searles had been an invalid for about seventeen months and death came as a release to this patient sufferer. Funeral services were held from the home on Tuesday afternoon, March 3, with her pastor, the Rev. Martin V. Williams in charge. The body was placed in the Searles vault in Greenlawn cemetery [Bainbridge, NY]. Mrs. Searles is survived by her husband and a large number of nephews and nieces, among whom are Dr. Ralph Loomis of Sidney, Dr. George Davis of Seattle, Wash., John Loomis of Syracuse, Mr. Fred Salisbury of Cazenovia and Mrs. Minnie Qoby of Syracuse. [Norwich Sun, Mar. 10, 1925]
SHAFER - In Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY], April 22, 1895, of pneumonia, Starr, only son of Mr. and Mrs. Edward J. Shafer, aged 8 years. The sympathies of the entire community are with Mr. and Mrs. Edward Shafer, who mourn the death of their little son, Starr. The little fellow had been sick but about twenty-four hours. Saturday he was fishing and on Sunday morning, after eating his breakfast, he complained of being cold, laid down on the couch, and became almost immediately delirious with the terrible disease, pneumonia. Medical assistance and loving, tender care, proved unavailing, and he quietly passed away Monday noon. Starr was a bright and happy child, and everybody was his friend. The funeral was held from the Episcopal church, yesterday forenoon, conducted by Rev. W.E Bentley, the music being furnished by the vested choir. Burial in Green Lawn cemetery [Bainbridge, NY].
Aurelia Lintner Danforth, wife of ex-Judge Peter S. Danforth of Middleburgh, N.Y. [Schoharie Co.], died at her home on March 1, 1891. Mrs. Danforth was born at Schoharie, February 17th, 1820. She was the only daughter of Rev. Dr. George A. Lintner. Her brother, Prof. J.A. Lintner, State Entomologist, lives in Albany. On October 10, 1839, she was united in marriage to Peter S. Danforth, of Middleburgh, N.Y. This union was blessed by four children, three of whom survive, George L. Danforth of Middleburgh, Mrs. Dr. I.W. Ferris of Mount Vernon, N.Y., and State Treasurer Elliot Danforth of this village. [Bainbridge, Chenango Co., NY]. Judge Danforth and wife, two years ago, celebrated their golden wedding and received the congratulations of hosts of friends. Mrs. Danforth was a lady of large intelligence and culture, and was an earnest and devoted member of the Reformed church, and leaves to her children and friends the rich legacy of a pure and useful life. The funeral was held from the old family residence at Middleburgh, Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock. [Notation: d. 1891]
Mrs. Charlotte A. Bennett departed this life July 27th, after a very painful illness of some weeks, at the age of 51. From the first Mrs. Bennett felt that this might prove her last sickness and made all her arrangements for her departure, if it should so be ordered, and often said that she would like to live, yet if God willed it she was prepared to go. Fearing that reason might be dethroned toward the last, she called her family to her bedside and bid them each good bye, saying "that she thought it best to do this while she had her consciousness, as she might not always be able to recognize them." and it proved true, for in the last days of her life she scarcely knew anyone. In mental power and ability of mind Mrs. Bennett had few equals. She possessed a discrimination that would have fitted her for a high and useful position had she been called to it. Added to this she had a native grace and dignity queen-like, which at once fitted her for a leader and made her the charm of every circle in which she moved and above all graced her own home. Besides the natural powers and graces Mrs. Bennett was a firm believer in God's Word, and in the justice of His divine requirements and sought in her own life to meet these requirements. She was baptized some twenty-five years ago by Rev. Henry Roberston, into the membership of the Bennettsville Baptist Church. During this time she has sustained an unimpeachable Christian character. In the death of Mrs. Bennett society has lost a polished and refined mind; the Sabbath school a cultivated and earnest teacher and home its brightest star. Her funeral was very largely attended, and Rev. Henry Roberston discoursed ably from the words, "Whom the Lord loveth he chasteneth and scourgeth every son whom he receiveth." Thus one after another of Earth's children passes away, and how blessed the invitation "Come unto me all ye that are weary and heavy laden and I will give you rest." [Bainbridge Republican, Aug. 3, 1872]
Mrs. Thomas Searles aged 35 years, died at the family home on West Main street [Bainbridge, Chenango Co., NY] Saturday evening, Feb. 23. Mrs. Searles had been an invalid for about seventeen months and death came as a release to this patient sufferer. Funeral services were held from the home on Tuesday afternoon, March 3, with her pastor, the Rev. Martin V. Williams in charge. The body was placed in the Searles vault in Greenlawn cemetery [Bainbridge, NY]. Mrs. Searles is survived by her husband and a large number of nephews and nieces, among whom are Dr. Ralph Loomis of Sidney, Dr. George Davis of Seattle, Wash., John Loomis of Syracuse, Mr. Fred Salisbury of Cazenovia and Mrs. Minnie Qoby of Syracuse. [Norwich Sun, Mar. 10, 1925]
SHAFER - In Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY], April 22, 1895, of pneumonia, Starr, only son of Mr. and Mrs. Edward J. Shafer, aged 8 years. The sympathies of the entire community are with Mr. and Mrs. Edward Shafer, who mourn the death of their little son, Starr. The little fellow had been sick but about twenty-four hours. Saturday he was fishing and on Sunday morning, after eating his breakfast, he complained of being cold, laid down on the couch, and became almost immediately delirious with the terrible disease, pneumonia. Medical assistance and loving, tender care, proved unavailing, and he quietly passed away Monday noon. Starr was a bright and happy child, and everybody was his friend. The funeral was held from the Episcopal church, yesterday forenoon, conducted by Rev. W.E Bentley, the music being furnished by the vested choir. Burial in Green Lawn cemetery [Bainbridge, NY].
Aurelia Lintner Danforth, wife of ex-Judge Peter S. Danforth of Middleburgh, N.Y. [Schoharie Co.], died at her home on March 1, 1891. Mrs. Danforth was born at Schoharie, February 17th, 1820. She was the only daughter of Rev. Dr. George A. Lintner. Her brother, Prof. J.A. Lintner, State Entomologist, lives in Albany. On October 10, 1839, she was united in marriage to Peter S. Danforth, of Middleburgh, N.Y. This union was blessed by four children, three of whom survive, George L. Danforth of Middleburgh, Mrs. Dr. I.W. Ferris of Mount Vernon, N.Y., and State Treasurer Elliot Danforth of this village. [Bainbridge, Chenango Co., NY]. Judge Danforth and wife, two years ago, celebrated their golden wedding and received the congratulations of hosts of friends. Mrs. Danforth was a lady of large intelligence and culture, and was an earnest and devoted member of the Reformed church, and leaves to her children and friends the rich legacy of a pure and useful life. The funeral was held from the old family residence at Middleburgh, Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock. [Notation: d. 1891]
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