The five months old child of Mr. and Mrs. Winfield Marshall of Watervliet died and the remains were brought to Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY] on Monday forenoon last and interment was made in Greenlawn cemetery, Rev. R.W. Nickel officiating. The deceased was a grandchild of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Marshall of this village. [Bainbridge Republican, Sept. 6, 1917]
George M. Woodworth, an esteemed resident of this village for 35 years, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Charles W. Ireland on Juliand street [Bainbridge, Chenango Co., NY] early Tuesday morning from hardening of the arteries. His illness had existed since last winter but not so as to confine him to the house until recently. He was 78 years old and was born in Bettsburgh. After the death of his second wife 7 years ago he made his home with his only daughter Mrs. Ireland. The funeral was held Thursday afternoon t 2 o'clock at the Baptist church. Rev. A.H. Merrill officiating. Mr. Woodworth was one of our best citizens. He was always interested in church and public affairs and took an active part. He was a member of the Baptist church. During his middle life he was engaged in business and was successful. He was always kind and considerate and was a man that was generally liked and was highly regarded. [Bainbridge Republican, Sept. 6, 1917]
Frank F. Peck passed away at the home of his son-in-law, W.D. Meyer Wednesday evening, Sept. 19, 1917. He was born at Cortland, N.Y., Sept. 30th, 1846. He was a veteran of the Civil War, having enlisted in the 185th Regiment New York State Volunteers and served during the last year of the war, holding the office of Corporal. He took part in the battles of Hatches Run, Watkins Farm, Quaker Roads, Gravelly Run, Weldon Raid, White Oak Road, Five Forks and Appomattox Court House. Following the war he moved to Afton, N.Y. [Chenango Co.] where he and his brothers purchased what is known as the "Red Mills," and in the year of 1871 he married Alice J. Richardson of Killawog, N.Y. About twelve years ago he moved to Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY], where he was employed by the American Separator Co., until he was compelled to retire on account of ill health. He is survived by his wife and two daughters, Mrs. W.D. Meyer of this place and Mrs. R.B. Cass of Baltimore, Md. [Bainbridge Republican, Sept. 27, 1917]
Frank D. Silvernail son of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Silvernail, was born in Binghamton, N.Y. eleven years ago. Frank was a model boy in his manners and knowing him one could not help but love him and admire him. Although he has never had good health he was always cheerful and friendly. His ambition for church and Sunday school was very strong and he always went if at all possible. The funeral was held from his parents home on North Main street [Bainbridge, Chenango Co., NY] and his remains are in Green Lawn cemetery [Bainbridge, NY] to await the great Resurrection morn. He is gone, we miss him, but Heaven will be the richer. The parents desire to thank the boys who acted as bearers and all the neighbors for the flowers and their extreme kindness. Owen L. Buck, pastor of the M.E. church officiated. [Bainbridge Republican, Oct. 25, 1917]
Orson Hine, for many years a resident of Sidney [Delaware Co., NY], and a section foreman in the employ of the O.&W., died Monday night, October 15th, at his home in Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY] after a brief illness. His age was 64 years. His funeral was held Thursday afternoon at 1:30 from his late home and was under the auspices of Canton Sidney, several members of the Canton attending in full dress uniform. Rev. O.L. Buck was the presiding clergyman. Burial was in Green Lawn cemetery, in Bainbridge. He is survived by his wife and one daughter, Mrs. George Crandall of this village. Mr. Hine was an active member of the difference branches of Odd Fellows in Sidney, and during the many years residence here enjoyed the esteem of a large circle of friends who regret to learn of his death. [Bainbridge Republican, Oct. 25, 1917]
Mrs. Jenet H. Skinner of this village [Bainbridge, Chenango Co., NY], the aged mother of Hon. George I. Skinner, died Sunday morning Oct. 28th. She had been afflicted for a few days with bronchial trouble, but her condition did not appear serious and there was no indication that death was imminent. Mr. Skinner came from Albany Friday night and was with her. On Sunday morning her strength unexpectedly failed and she died while asleep. Mrs. Skinner was 90 years of age. She was born at Oxford and lived in Sherburne and Norwich. Her husband Dan Barnes Skinner, died when their son George I. was 9 months old. She followed teaching for many years and when her son located in Bainbridge in 1887 she came with him and has since resided here making her home with Mr. Skinner, until he was occupied in Albany most of the time, when he provided pleasant surroundings for her at the residence of Mrs. Nancy Banner where she died. In later years Mrs. Skinner was badly crippled from a broken hip. She was a superior woman possessing a strong intellect and her vigorous constitution kept her trained mental faculties alive and active to the last of her life. She was a member of St. Peter's church and was devoted to its interests. The funeral services which were private, were held on Wednesday morning at 9:30, Rev. R.W. Nickel officiating. The remains were taken to Sherburne [Chenango Co., NY] for burial. [Bainbridge Republican, Nov. 1, 1917]
Leroy Bennett of Bennettsville [Chenango Co., NY], who was injured Nov. 5th, died in the City Hospital at Binghamton, at 2 o'clock Saturday afternoon. Mr. Bennett was driving his horse, when the animal became frightened and ran away, throwing the driver out of the conveyance and injuring him severely and broke his leg. He was taken to Binghamton to the City Hospital for treatment but as he was 80 years old, recovery was not possible. He is survived by his wife and one son, Dr. F.L. Bennett of Binghamton. The funeral was held Tuesday at Bennettsville and the burial wa sin the cemetery at that place. Mr. Bennett was a practicing lawyer in Bainbridge for many years up till about twenty years ago when he retired from his profession and went to live on the Bennett homestead in Bennettsville and engaged in farming. [Bainbridge Republican, Nov. 15, 1917]
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