Obituaries (December 7)

Joseph S. Lunn, mayor of Oneonta [Otsego Co.] since 1913, and brother-in-law of Mrs. Charles H. Clark of this village [Bainbridge, Chenango Co., NY ], died at his home on Walnut avenue, Oneonta, on Saturday, May 6th.  His illness dated from September, 1915, when he was stricken with pernicious anemia.  He was confined to his home at intervals and able to attend to his business part of the time.  The last attack occurred one week ago.  He was 49 years old and was one of the leading business men of Oneonta, having founded and being at the head of the Oneonta Ice Company.  Mr. and Mrs. Charles H. Clark of this village attended the funeral.  [Bainbridge Republican, May 10, 1917]

 

The death of John W. Bucknall occurred at his home in this city last Friday afternoon at 3 o'clock after a short illness of pneumonia.  While he had been very ill, yet there seemed to be hope of his ultimate recovery up to the last moment, but human skill could not save his life--he had the best in the country, Dr. Dean Lewis, of Chicago, having been called in the case.  John W. Bucknall was born on the lake shore a short distance west of this city, November 11, 1854 and has lived here all his life.  He was the son of Thomas Bucknall and wife, the oldest of a family of five, Mrs. Osric Vipham, Mrs. W.P. Hauge of this city, and Alder and Charles, of Pasadena.  For a number of years Mr. Bucknall was employed on the I.Z. Lelter place.  Some thirty-one years ago he was engaged by Samuel Wheeler as superintendent of his east shore property and farm, which position he held at the time of his death, having been a most faithful and conscientious employee, always looking out for the best interests of the property in his charge.  His first wife, Mrs. Margaret McGarrell died some twenty years ago leaving two sons, Albert and Ralph, who compose the well known firm Bucknall brothers in our city.  some three years later he married Miss Harriet Barber, who survives him.  John Bucknall was a man among men, a man who had strong convictions of right and wrong and never afraid to stand by his convictions, never getting in the limelight, but there with the goods when it came to a show down--a first class citizen in every sense of the word.  In early life he joined the Methodist Church and all through his life has been a most consistent member, discharging all duties devolving upon him in a faithful and conscientious manner.  The funeral was held from his late home Monday afternoon, conducted by his pastor, Rev. J.T. Leek, assisted by his lifelong friend Frank Johnson.  The pall bearers were: A.S. Robinson, W.A. Traver and John E. and James B. Nethercut, all of whom had been boys together with the deceased--The Lake Geneva Herald.  Mrs. Bucknall is a daughter of Mrs. E.S. Gilbert of this village [Bainbridge, Chenango Co., NY] and left Bainbridge about twenty years ago.  [Bainbridge Republican, May 10, 1917]

 

One of the oldest citizens of Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY] answered the call of the final summons on Saturday last at about four o'clock.  Susan Bennett Blincoe was born in the town of Guilford [Chenango Co., NY] in the year 1839.  About fifty-five years ago she became the wife of Jesse Blincoe and they settled on a farm in Guilford in the section known as South Hill where they resided until twelve years ago when failing health sent them to our village, since which time they have been tenderly cared for by their daughter Mrs. Marvin Strong.   Mrs. Blincoe was born of Methodist ancestry her parents and family all being devoted members and workers in that church.  In her early life, more than sixty years ago, she became a member of the same church and ever since her marriage has held membership and been a devoted servant of the Methodist Episcopal Church in Bainbridge.  The funeral services were held at the home of the son-in-law Marvin Strong on Monday at 12 o'clock conducted by her pastor the Rev. O.L. Buck, and the sermon was preached by a former pastor there, C.H. Sackett.  Burial at Yaleville [Guilford, NY].  She will be greatly missed by the large circle of friends who knew her to love her and by the church, where she was one of tits oldest members as well as sadly missed by her own family.  She is survived by her aged husband, one daughter Mrs. Marvin Strong, and three sons, Henry, Frank and Walter, also by three brothers, Frank Bennett of Oneonta, DeBois Bennett of Schenectady, and Alvin Bennett in the West.  May the benediction of her quiet and beautiful Christian life fall on many that shall follow after.  [Bainbridge republican, May 10, 1917]

 

The funeral service of Mrs. Grace Luella Ingersoll who died Tuesday morning May 8, 1917 from acute peritonitis was held from her late home at Coventryville [Chenango Co., NY], Friday morning at 11 o'clock.  Rev. Mr. Houston of Coventryville officiated.  Interment was made in Green Lawn cemetery at Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY].  The many beautiful floral pieces attested to the respect in which she was held.  Mrs. Ingersoll was born in Bainbridge, November 18, 1881.  She was the youngest daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Czar Prince.  March 21, 1901 she was married to Charles Allen Ingersoll.  Two children were born to them, Charles Frederick age six, and Ruth Luella, age three.  Mrs.  Ingersoll had been in poor health for the past year but her condition was not considered serious, and the suddenness of her death was a great shock to her friends for she was well liked by all who knew her.  Besides her husband and two children Mrs. Ingersoll is survived by one sister Mrs. Geo. B. Roberts and one brother Gervase E. Prince, of Bainbridge.  [Bainbridge Republican, May 17, 1917]

 

Mrs. Julia Elizabeth Payne died suddenly on Wednesday, May 9th, at her home on North Main street [Bainbridge, Chenango Co., NY].  She was taken ill early in the morning and passed away at 3 p.m. the same afternoon.  Prior to this time she had enjoyed good health for one so advanced in life.  Her age was 78 years, 7 months and 23 days.  Mrs. Payne was born in Norwich, Conn., September 16th, 1837.  She came to Bainbridge to live in 1846, residing here ever since.  On December 28th, 1854, she was united in marriage to Dennis W. Payne, who survives, by the Rev. Wm. H. Lockwood at Coventry, N.Y.  Early in life she united with the Methodist Episcopal Church of Bainbridge and was an active and prominent member.  She was devoted to her family and home possessing all the virtues of a Christian woman.  Her long life had been brightened by a wide circle of friends attracted to her by her kind and winning nature.  Mrs. Payne is survived by her husband, one sister, Mrs. Francis Bixby, of Binghamton; one daughter, Mrs. John Wilcox, of Milford, N.Y., and three sons, A.D. Payne, Frank G. Payne and Dorphus Payne, of Bainbridge; also ten grandchildren and four great grandchildren,  all of whom deeply mourn her death.  The funeral was held Sunday afternoon at the home at one o'clock.  Beautiful flowers and handsome floral remembrances by friends were in great number.  The officiating clergyman was Rev. O.L. Buck of the Methodist Church, Bainbridge, impressive music was rendered by a quartet, Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Banner, C.F. Bentley and Mrs. Harvey Wood.  The burial was in Green Lawn Cemetery [Bainbridge, NY].  [Bainbridge Republican, May 17, 1917]

 

 

 

 

Marriages (December 7)

Miss Betty Birdsall, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. S.M. Birdsall, was united in marriage Dec. 16 to Ove Munk, son of Mrs. Olga Munk.  The ceremony was solemnized in the "Little Church Around the Corner" in New York City.  Miss Birdsall was given in marriage by her brother, Frederick Birdsall, and Mrs. Paul Rosenkranz, sister of the bridegroom, acted as her attendant.  Paul Rosenkranz was the best man.    [LMD notation:  1938]

 

Miss Edna G. Simmons, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Chauncey Simmons of this village and Charles H. Taylor of Bainbridge were united in marriage at the Methodist parsonage, this village, Friday afternoon, the pastor, Rev. P.W. Connell officiating.  They were attended by the bride's sister.  Mrs. George Hofer and Sergt. Hofer.  The happy couple will reside in Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY].  [LMD notation:  1936]

 

Deposit [Delaware Co., NY]:  Miss Rose Ann Kellett, daughter of Mrs. Thomas Kellett of Beebe Hill Road, Deposit, and Charles W. White of Binghamton [Broome Co., NY] were married in Christ church, Deposit, by the Rev. L.W. Steele, at 2:30 o'clock, Saturday afternoon, August 1.  The wedding music was played by Mrs. Rex Humiston.  Francis Le Baron sang.  Miss Eva Kellett was her sister's maid of honor.  The bridesmaids were Miss Violet Kellett, sister of the bride, Miss Isabelle Smith, Miss Mabel Brown and Mrs. Leo Gow.  Douglas Nelson was best man.  The ushers were Herman Kisling and John E. Briggs.  The bride, who entered with her brother, Henry Kellett, wore a redingote gown of white lace and satin.  Her fingertip length veil was arranged to a Juliet cap.  She carried white roses.  The maid of honor was in pale blue mousseline do soie.  The bridesmaids' gowns were of organdie in shades of yellow, orchid, pink and green.  All of the attendants wore picture hats and carried arm bouquets of roses.  Mrs. Kellett, the bride's mother, wore a blue crepe gown with a shoulder corsage of yellow roses.  Mrs. White, the groom's mother, was attired in white taffeta with a corsage of red roses.  Following the ceremony a reception was held at the Kellett home, which was attended by about 125 guests.  Mr. and Mrs. White are on a northern motor trip.  After August 15 they will reside in Washington, D.C. where Mr. White is associated with the I.B.M. Corporation.  For traveling, Mrs. White wore a gray crepe outfit with navy blue accessories. [LMD notation:  1936]

 

At the Episcopal rectory Friday, July 12, Mrs. Alzina Gage was united in marriage to Jesse B. York of South Hill.  The ceremony was performed by Rev. George E. Scull.  [LMD notation:  Guilford, 1935]

 

Mr. and Mrs. Fred Howe announce the marriage of their daughter, Elouise to Otis J. Peel of Wesson, Miss.  The marriage took place at the Golden Gate Methodist church in Oakland, California, Wednesday evening, November 21st., with Mr. and Mrs. Laurance Barnes of Oakland, Calif., sister and brother-in-law of the bride as attendants.  After a two weeks visit with friends and relatives here in Sidney [Delaware Co., NY], they expect to leave this week for Mississippi for a visit with his people.  [LMD notation:  1945]

 

Word has been received of the marriage of Marion E. Brandt and Harold W. Smith both of Sidney [Delaware Co., NY], Sept. 7, 1945, by the Rev. R.J. Sturgill, pastor of the Baptist church.  They will reside in Mt. Upton [Chenango Co., NY] where they have purchased a home.  Mrs. Smith is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John S. Donahe, of R.D. 1, Bainbridge.

 

High Street Methodist Church was the scene Sunday afternoon for the marriage of Miss Eleanor Louise Thompson and General C. Lyon.  The bride is the daughter of Mrs. Etta Thompson of 127 Bigelow St.,  Mr. Lyon is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Lyon of Pierce Creek Road.  Albert Goldsworthy presented a recital of nuptial music during the seating of guests and accompanied Mrs. Fay Pitkin who sang "At Dawning" and "O Promise Me."  The Rev. Fred Lott read the double ring service at 2 p.m. before a background of white chrysanthemums and palms.  Lawrence Thompson gave his sister in marriage.  She wore a white gown fashioned with a tight fitting bodice of satin and a bouffant skirt of net.  Her fingertip veil of illusion, caught with orange blossoms, fell from a crown of seed pearls.  White mitts completed her ensemble and her only jewelry was a pearl necklace, gift of the bridegroom.  White roses were used in the bridal bouquet.  Attending her sister as maid of honor was Miss Irene Thompson.  Her gown of blue satin and net was styled similar to the bride's and a coronet of blue flowers held her shoulder veil.  She also wore matching mitts and carried a bouquet of pink roses  Leroy Lyon was best man for his brother.  Kenneth Hawley and Dewitt Johnson were ushers.  Following the ceremony, a reception was given in the home of the bride's mother for about 130 guests.  A three-tiered wedding cake centered the round refreshment table and the rooms were decorated throughout with arrangements of laurel, evergreen and white chrysanthemums.  Mrs. Thompson, mother of the bride, received guests in an Eleanor blue lace dress with black accessories and a corsage of white roses.  Mrs. Lyon, mother of the bridegroom, wore a medium blue dress with black accessories.  White roses formed her corsage.  When the couple left for a trip to Florida, Mrs. Lyon appeared in a light blue tweed suit, brown topcoat and accessories and a corsage of yellow roses.  They will reside in Candor upon their return.  [LMD notation:  Dec. 3, 1945]

Miscellaneous, Bainbridge, NY 150th Anniversary, 1939

Record Crowd Attends 150th Anniversary

Bainbridge, Chenango County, NY

July 29, 1939

 

A record crowd of about 3,000 former residents of Bainbridge came from far and near this weekend to attend the 150th celebration of the founding of the village.  It was truly a great day for Bainbridge and warmed the hearts of all to see old friends greet each other after an absence of many years.  Even a light shower of rain could not dampen their enthusiasm and it seemed as if their gay spirits prevailed upon the sun to shine again.

 

The day's program got under way at 9:30 a.m. on the athletic field with a series of events for boys and girls under the direction of Stanley Hutchinson and Robert Houck.  At 11:00 a.m. a short concert by the High School Band under the direction of Ralph Corbin, Jr., was given in the Park followed by speeches of welcome by Assemblyman Irving Ives, Dr. Lewis Carris and former Lieut. Governor Seymour Lowman.  The speakers were introduced by Francis J. Casey, principal of the Bainbridge Central School.

 

Irving Ives, a native of Bainbridge, spoke not of the occasion but of what those early settlers did here.  "The first settlers who established this community came not seeking idleness or leisures," he said, "they came not seeking to be supported by the government, but rather seeking means by which they could support the government."  Dr. Carris and Mr. Lowman expressed their appreciation at being called upon to speak and had high praise for Bainbridge, "a typical small American town."

 

A Baked Ham dinner was served at the Bainbridge Methodist Church and many of the Bainbridge residents entertained at noon their guests at this luncheon.

 

At 1:30 the parade through the main streets got under way with Fred Gerow as marshal.  Starting at the High School, they marched on the principal streets and thence to the ball field.  Mrs. Helen Cartledge, 86 years old, dressed in a costume of the Civil War period, and Mrs. Charles Colwell rode in an open landau more than 100 years old.  D.J.M. Flannery in his World War uniform was the only mounted person in the parade.  The procession headed by Mayor Orson L. Thorp and the village officials and was composed of floats and delegations from the American Legion Auxiliary and Boy Scouts.  Leading the floats was the Queen and her attendants, the queen, Miss Mary Mae Hovey was dressed in a lovely white gown with a beautiful regal cape of royal purple trimmed in ermine and her attendants, Miss Elnore Hitchcock and Miss Barbara Robbins wore organdy gowns of pastel shades.  The Queen's Float was bedecked with beautiful flowers befitting a queen.  The color scheme was yellow, white and green, and was decorated by Mrs. Edward Partridge, Jr., Mrs. Wesson Packer, Miss Mary Mae Hovey, Miss Barbara Robbins, Miss Elnore Hitchcock, John Burgin, William Butler, James Riley, Donald Peckham, and John Russell.

 

At the athletic field where the parade ended the judges, Harry Horton of Afton, Mrs. Grace Cook of Sidney, Mrs. Lena Clark of Deposit made the following parade awards:  Bicycles--Nanette Horton, first; Jackie Hibbard, second; Floats--Home Bureau, first; Eastern Star, second; Autos-Daughters of the Union Veterans, first.

 

Following the parade the baseball game between Bainbridge and Afton was played with Afton defeating Bainbridge 5 to 4.  This was a regularly scheduled game of the Sun league.

 

The Annual Alumni dinner of the Central High School was held at the Central Hotel at 6:30 p.m.  Floyd E. Anderson of Binghamton, a member of the class of 1909 acted as toastmaster, and speakers of the evening were Principal F.J. Casey and Donald Sweet, president of the class of 1937.  Group singing was led by Stanley Hutchinson.

 

Bringing to a close the festivities of the day, every seat was filled for the pageant "And So They Labored" given in the evening at the High School Auditorium.  This dramatic presentation showing the growth and development of Bainbridge over a century and a half was based upon historical data furnished by Dr. Edward Danforth.  It was staged under the general direction of Miss Mildred Petley, with Harold Lord, director and Mrs. Herman Strasnicsak, assistant director; Maurice Colwell, art and scene director; Newton Hovey, master of properties; Howard Loker, lighting effects; Ted Hamlin assisted by The Odd Fellows, stage director; Mrs. O.F. Howland, mistress of costumes assisted by Mrs. Raymond Garrison, Mrs. Newton and Mrs. Marshal Andrews; Mrs. Herbert Brouillette, chairman of Music committee; George Fisk, house chairman; Mrs. Herman Strasnicsak director of dancing.

 

Opening with a prologue, "A New Nation is Conceived," the pageant depicted the historical moments of the early days of Bainbridge.  The play was in seven scenes.  Scene one was the meeting of Joseph Brandt and General Herkimer in an open place in the forest near Bainbridge in 1777, featuring Robert Houck, Stanley Hutchinson, Bruce Holman, Russell Stead, Myron Carl, Roland James, Loren Mann, Fred Neidlinger, Howard Foster, Roscoe Beers, Miss Mary Birmingham, Douglas Neidlinger, Otis Cottet, and David Lewis.  Following the first scene there is a scene between Agwron-doug-was, played by Alton Hollenbeck and Gideon Hawley played by the Rev. R. Lewis Johnson which was very impressive.  Scene two represented "A People are Given Hope" showing the assembly chamber of the New York State Legislature in 1786 played by Donald Wheat, Edward J. Partridge, Jr., Miss Geraldine Getter and Howard Loker.

 

Scene three covered "Wheels of Progress," staged in a meeting place in the home of Major (Baron) DeZang in 1799 played by Leon Stewart, Harold Boas, Homer Hodge and Howard Williams.

 

Scene four "A Community is Named," showed an open square in what is now the village of Bainbridge in 1814, with Mrs. Loren Mann, Miss Anne Vawter, Mrs. Harold Coon, Miss Evalina Moore and Earl Neidlinger in featured roles.

 

Scene five "Prophecy" laid in the music room of Col Richard Juliand's home "Terrace  Hill" in June of 1830, was played by the Misses Dorothy Dickinson, Marian Beatty, Norman Beatty, and Rev. Mr. Heath, and Miss Gretchen Hartmann.  In this scene Miss Hartmann sang "Believe Me, If All Those Endearing Young Charms," with James Taft accompanying her on the piano.

 

During the intermission the Misses Lillian Hodge, Ruth Jones, Marilyn Pettys and Mrs. Ann Strasnicsak presented a dance ensemble of two dances "Yesterday" and "Today" with a dance solo between the two ensembles by Mrs. Strasnicsak accompanied by James Taft on the piano.

 

Scene six was a "Music Hour" featuring members of the Crescendo Club in a concert including the string ensemble under the direction of Gervaise Prince.  The ensemble is composed of Miss Janet Juliand, Miss Dorothy Dickinson, Gervaise Prince, Graydon Cass, and Clinton Wilcox; vocal solo, by Eugene Houck; piano solo "Liebestraum" played by James Taft and a violin solo by Graydon Cass.

 

Scene seven, "A Nation Divided" showed a field hospital near Gettysvurg in 1863 with roles played by Donald Sweet and Mrs. Harrison nelson and Richard Lewis.

 

 



Marriages (December 6)

The home of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Wright of Rockdale [Guilford, Chenango Co., NY], was the scene of a very pretty wedding on Thursday, Dec. 14th, at 1 o'clock, when their daughter Miss Florence Wright, was married to Vern Cornell of Afton [Chenango Co., NY].  The ring service was used, the ceremony being performed by Rev. Bronson, pastor of the M.E. Church at Afton in the presence of the immediate families and a few personal friends.  The bride was gowned in blue silk poplin and the home was decorated with roses, smilax and potted plants.  After congratulations a sumptuous dinner was served to the guests.  Mr. and Mrs. Cornell have been spending several days at the home of Mr. and Mrs. L.A. Gridley where the bride was employed for some time. Both Mr. and Mrs. Cornell are well known and are popular young people. They will reside at Afton.  [Bainbridge Republican, Dec. 21, 1916]

 

Mr. and Mrs. LaDern Neff were very pleasantly surprised when at 7:30 o'clock Xmas night, neighbors and friends to the number of 35 gathered to help them celebrate their 50th anniversary.  A fact worthy of mentioning is that among the guests present were Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Frank who were also married on Xmas day 50 years ago at 10 o'clock a.m. the exact hour of Mr. and Mrs. Neff's marriage.  The evening was passed with games and selections on the Victrola and social discourse.  At 10:30 refreshments were served after which John Preston presented the couple with a purse of money in behalf of the guests.  All returned to their homes wishing Mr. and Mrs. Neff 50 more years of happy wedded life.  [Bainbridge Republican, Dec. 28, 1916]

 

Guilford [Chenango Co., NY]:  Saturday, January 15th, 1916, was the scene of a very pleasant social function which took place at the spacious home of Mr. and Mrs. James L. Stead.  About 70 friends and relatives gathered there to celebrate the 25th wedding anniversary of their marriage.  The day was all that could be desired both indoors and out, as the home was full of mirth and the weather was the finest.  At an early hour the guests began to arrive, and as Mr. Stead returned form the creamery who should confront him but several big loads of his old acquaintances, who were making themselves really at home, which was indeed a surprise both to him and Mrs. Stead.  The hours were spent in social chat and playing of games until the ladies who were well known for their culinary tactics provided a most sumptuous and appetizing dinner to which all did ample justice.  The afternoon was spent in song with Mrs. E.L. Jeffery and Mrs. A.C. Wilcox presiding at the organ which was much enjoyed by all, after which the company was called together and in his usual pleasing manner the Rev.  E.L. Jeffery in behalf of those present presented to Mr. and Mrs. Stead a substantial sum of money, which goes to show the high esteem in which the recipients were held.  The day passed altogether too quickly and at the proper time the company dispersed to their several homes, all wishing Mr. and Mrs. Stead many happy returns of the day.  [Bainbridge Republican, Jan. 20, 1916] 

 

 

 

 

 

Obituaries (December 6)

Wm. W. Williams died at the home of E.A. Yale at Afton [Chenango Co., NY], Tuesday morning, Nov. 21, a near neighbor, where he was taken after his fall from a fence Nov. 17, having lived less than two weeks, his vertebrae was dislocated and his spinal cord, partially severed, completely paralyzing him below the chest.  Mr. Williams was born in Sanford, N.Y. [Broome Co.], Dec. 10, 1851.  He was the son of Wm. O. Williams and had lived in that vicinity all his life.  His funeral service was held at the home of his stepmother Mrs. S.E. Holmes, his last wish, Thursday afternoon, at one o 'clock, Rev. C.O. Fuller of the Baptist church officiating.  and interment was at Glenwood cemetery.  Beside his wife he is survived by his stepmother Mrs. S.E. Holmes of Afton, and three daughters, Blanche, Jennie, Olive, also two brothers, B.F. Williams of Seaford, Del., Ed Williams of Apache, Okla., one half brother, G.L Williams, of Afton, two half sisters, Mrs. Lettie Wiley, of Afton, and Mrs. Chas. Ives of Buffalo.  Mr. Williams was a brother of the late G.F. and J.B. Williams of Bainbridge.  Those from out of town at the funeral were his two daughters, Mrs. Fred Weaver of Deposit, and Mrs. Gordon Shepardson, of Elmira; Misses Minnie and Mary Russell, Edward Russell of Sanford, and Mr. J.B. Williams and daughter Helen, of Bainbridge.  [Bainbridge Republican, Dec. 7, 1916]

 

Mrs. Ida M. Landers, died at Elmira on December 1st at the home of her daughter, Mrs. George Hurlburt, at the age of 66.  She had been sick for some time and her death was due to Bright's disease.  The remains were brought to the home of her daughter Mrs. S.J. Bennett and funeral services were held here Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock, conducted by Rev. R.W. Nickel.  Interment was in Glenwood Cemetery, Afton.  She is survived by one son Asa Landers of Bainbridge, and five daughters, Mrs. S.J. Bennett of Bainbridge, Mrs. George Hurlburt of Elmira, Mrs. C.B. Gibson of Franklin, Mrs. Walter Evans of Peckville, Pa., and Mrs. William Perry of Buffalo.  [Bainbridge Republican, Dec. 7, 1916]

 

Daniel VanValkenburg, section foreman of the D.&H. tracks at Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY], died Monday morning after an illness of several weeks from cerebral hemorrhage at the age of 63.  He resided on South Pearl street.  He had been in the service of the D.&H. for over 30 years.  The funeral was held at 1:30 Wednesday afternoon at the home and the remains were taken to Maryland for burial.  Mr. VanValkenburg was a member of the Masonic and Odd Fellows lodges of this place.  A delegation of twenty-four members of the Susquehanna Lodge, F.&A.M., and Bainbridge Lodge, I.O.O.F., attended the funeral in a body and escorted the remains to the D.&H. station, Rev. Frank James officiated at the funeral.  [Bainbridge Republican, Dec. 21, 1916]

 

Guilford [Chenango Co., NY]:  Mrs. Sarah McPherson Williams of Godfrey's Corners, died on Sunday night.  Funeral services conducted by Rev. E.C. Hoskins of Christ Church, Guilford, were held from the home on Wednesday at 1:30 o'clock and burial was made in the Godfrey Cemetery.  Mrs. Williams was nearly 60 years of age, and is survived by her husband, Lewis Williams; two daughters, Mrs. Percy Moore and Mrs. McCray of Norwich, who were with her at the last; two sisters, Mrs. Joseph and Mrs. George Williams of Guilford, and one brother, Wm. McPherson of Bainbridge.  [Bainbridge Republican, Dec. 28, 1916]

 

The funeral of Dr. Blinn A. Harris was held at his home at Norwich [Chenango Co., NY] at 2 o'clock Wednesday afternoon, Rev. H.W. Foreman officiating, and burial was in the Mt. Hope Cemetery.  Dr. Harris was 54 years of age and is survived by his wife, three small daughters and three sisters.  When he was driving his family to the municipal Christmas celebration Saturday evening Dr. Harris was taken ill and lost control of his car.  His wife stopped the machine.  Doctors were quickly summoned and Dr. Harris taken to his home where he died shortly after noon Sunday, not having regained consciousness.  For the past five years he has had a serious heart trouble and but recently had been in a sanitarium for treatment.  [Bainbridge Republican, Dec. 28, 1916]

 

After an illness of many months Jannette, wife of Wallace A. Wilkins, died at her home in Wilkins Settlement, Dec. 19, aged 73 years.  The deceased had been a resident of that place since her marriage to Mr. Wilkins 48 years ago.  She was a member of the Congregational Church, at Coventryville, a faithful Christian, a kind neighbor and was much beloved by all who knew her.  The funeral was held from the home Saturday at 1 o'clock.  The services were conducted by Rev. Mr. Houston, pastor of the Congregational church of Coventryville and burial in Glenwood Cemetery, Afton [Chenango Co., NY].....[Bainbridge Republican, Dec. 28, 1916]

Guilford [Chenango Co., NY]:  The funeral services for Michael Higgins who died on Christmas day were held from the home on Tuesday of last week and were largely attended. Rev. Edward C. Hoskins of Christ Church, conducted the services.  Burial was made in Sunset Hill Cemetery [Guilford, NY].  [Bainbridge Republican, Jan. 6, 1916]

Guilford [Chenango Co., NY]:  Funeral services for the late John F. Sherwood who died on New Year's day were held at Christ Church on Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock conducted by the rector Rev. E.C. Hoskins, with burial in Sunset Hill cemetery [Guilford, NY].  He is survived by his wife, one brother, Homer Sherwood, and several nieces and nephews.  [Bainbridge Republican, Jan. 6, 1916]

Mrs. Arba Roumans died at the home of her daughter, Miss Jessie Romans at Bennettsville [Chenango Co., NY] Monday afternoon, aged 79 years.  Funeral was held at the home Thursday afternoon at 1 o'clock, Rev. A.H. Merrill officiating and burial in Bennettsville cemetery.  [Bainbridge Republican, Jan. 6, 1916]

Martin Holmberg and family of Union came to Coventry [Chenango Co., NY] to visit his brother-in-law, Lewis Dutcher, through the holidays.  On Christmas morning their four months' old daughter, Hilda Ethel, was found dead in bed.  Coroner Morse of Oxford, was called and in an informal inquest held decided the death came from pneumonia.  The infant has been slightly ill with a cold which developed into pneumonia and caused its sudden death.  The funeral and burial was held at Coventry on Tuesday.  [Bainbridge Republican, Jan. 6, 1916]

 

 

Miscellaneous, B-G Rifle Team Wins League Championship, 1963

Bainbridge-Guilford High School Rifle Team

Wins League Championship

Sidney Record & Bainbridge News, April 24, 1963

 

The Bainbridge-Guilford rifle team won the Algonkin League championship.  Team members are (left ot right):  Michael Dunn, Jon Wells, Joseph Petrosky, David Andrews, Edward A. Opal (coach), Roger DeMorier, John Burlison, Edward S. Opal, and John Payne.  While the B-G Bobcats did not have a single individual high score winner, the overall excellence of the team put them on top with only one loss during the season.  B-G top team awards were as follows:  Prone Position-Ed Opal; Sitting Position-Dave Andrews; Kneeling Position-Dave Andrews; Standing Position-Ed Opal.

 



Obituaries (December 5)

Ruth E. Whitman died after a week's illness of pneumonia and complications, at the home of her parents, Rev. and Mrs. R.B. Whitman, Tuesday, January 8th.  She was born in Potsdam March 2, 1913.  Her home has been in Bainbridge for the past five years where she was a member of the First Baptist church, in which she took an active part in the Sunday school Christian Endeavor and World Wide Guild.  Ruth was a member of the Junior class of the Bainbridge High school.  She had an unusually keen mind and was a most conscientious student.  She was deeply interested in sports and all school activities, being a member of the Basketball team and Camp Fire Girls.  Her winsome personality so unusually full of charm, endeared her to all with whom she came in touch.  A rare flower has been transplanted from the earthly garden to the heavenly.  The funeral service was held in the First Baptist church Thursday at 2 o'clock, conducted by Rev. G. Simons of Masonville.  The High School attended in a body.  The many and beautiful flowers spoke of the affection in which Ruth was held by a host of friends.  Interment was at Masonville.  She is survived by her parents, a brother Roswell of Chicago University, and a sister Louise at home, besides uncles and aunts.  [Bainbridge Republican, Jan. 17, 1929]

Ruth E. Whitman

 

On the morning of August 10th death came quietly and gently to George Bliss at the family home on Searles Hill [Bainbridge, Chenango Co., NY].  Mr. Bliss was 53 years of age and most of his life had been spent in and around Bainbridge as a successful farmer.  His sickness of many months had been borne with patience and cheerfulness.  He is survived by his wife, Minnie Petley Bliss; four children, Howard, who resides near; Pearl, Bert and Francis, who live at home; also a sister, Mrs. Geo. Wiest of Newark Valley, and one brother, Albro Bliss, of Bainbridge.  Funeral services were held at the home on Saturday afternoon with Rev. Frank James as Pastor.  Mr. Bliss will be greatly missed outside the family circle by a large number of friends.  [Bainbridge Republican, Aug. 24, 1916] 

 

Curtis F. Cooper died at Saranac Lake yesterday morning from tuberculosis after a fight for years against a fatal determination of the disease.  He had been at Saranac Lake for several months, where he went from Binghamton when his sickness took a grave form.  Curtis Cooper was 32 years old and the son of John M. Cooper of this village [Bainbridge, Chenango Co., NY].  He was a young man of great activity.  He entered business early with his father in buying and selling furs.  He acquired an experience and knowledge of the fur business which made him an expert and he was in great demand.  About 15 years ago he went on the road and later tuberculosis of the glands developed.  He endured several operations.  His pluck and indomitable will kept him about and he continued with his business.  It was only during the past year that his condition became critical but he fought with a courage and cheerfulness that was remarkable.  The deceased was born in Guilford [Chenango Co., NY] and made his home here up to eight years ago when he married Miss Anna Kilmer of Cobleskill and has since resided there.  He was a bright and capable young man full of promises for a successful business career.  he had a great many friends wherever he went.  Here in Bainbridge he was liked by everybody.  The message of his death came early Wednesday morning and his brother Morton Cooper, went for the remains which were brought to Bainbridge today, Thursday.  The funeral will be held at 2 o'clock Saturday afternoon at the home of his grandmother, Mrs. Frances Cooper.  He is survived by a wife and two children.  He was a member of Susquehanna Lodge, F.&A.M., was a 32nd degree Mason, a noble of the Mystic Shrine and a Knight of Pythias.  The remains will be buried in Cooper's cemetery.  [Bainbridge Rpeublican, Aug. 24, 1916]

 

Ferdinand E. Libenow, aged 53, retired mining man, died yesterday at his home, W36 Seventh avenue.  He had been a resident of Spokane [WA] 23 years.  He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Louise B. Libenow, three sons and one daughter.  The eldest son, Forrest Knox Libenow, is a graduate of Annapolis naval academy and is now serving with the battleship Wyoming.  Ferdinand E. Libenow, Jr., is an employee of the Spokane and Easter Trust company, and their third son, Louise D., is attending high school.  The daughter is Mrs. H.D. MacKinnon of Great Falls, Mont.  Three sisters survive, Mrs. L. Havens and Mrs. F.J. Brouten of Hartford, Conn, and Mrs. Theodore Foster of New Britain, Conn.  Mr. Libenow was a native of New York--The Spokane, (Wash.) Spokesman-Review of Aug. 10.  [Bainbridge Republican, Aug. 24, 1916]

 

The funeral services of Mrs. A.F. Hazen, Searles  Hill [Bainbridge, Chenango Co., NY], were held from the Union Valley Methodist Episcopal Church Saturday afternoon, Oct. 7, 1916, and were in charge of Rev. Frank James.  The deceased friend was an invalid for several years and for the past two years was absolutely dependent upon the care of her husband and friends.  She was released from her sad and protracted illness Oct. 5, 1916, and quietly entered into rest.  She was a faithful Christian and a consistent member of the M.E. Church.  Faith in Christ and hope in a future life and eternal reward kept her cheerful and patient and sustained her affliction and suffering.  She was a woman of retiring disposition, kind hearted and hospitable and deeply loved by her many friends.  Mrs. Hazen was born in Bainbridge Dec. 27, 1859, and when a child was adopted by Mr. and Mrs. W.R. Kirby, highly respected and widely known people of Bainbridge and vicinity.  She was united in marriage to A.F. Hazen and through the years had been a faithful wife and companion.  Interment was made in West Bainbridge cemetery.  The surviving friends are:  A.F. Hazen, husband, and a brother and sister whose place of residence is unknown.  [Bainbridge Republican, Oct. 12, 1916]

 

 

 

 

 

Marriages (December 4)

The home of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Rockwood, near Guilford Lake, was the scene of a very pleasant event on Wednesday evening, June 28th, when their only daughter, Stella A., became the bride of George S. Stead.  The home had been tastefully decorated for the occasion with evergreens, daisies, ferns and yellow roses.  To the strains of Lohengrin wedding march played by Mrs. Albert Wilcox of Bainbridge the couple preceded by their attendants, Miss Florence Dorman as bridesmaid and Otto Stead as best man, took their places beneath a bower of green and a bell of daisies where Rev. G.W. King using the ring service pronounced them one.  the bride was gowned in ivory white satin and silk chiffon with pearl trimmings and carried an exquisite bouquet of white roses.  The bridesmaid was attired to a dress of crepe meteor of seafoam green trimmed with hand painted chiffon roses, and carried a bouquet of yellow roses.  Miss Dorman sang "Rose in the Bud," and "Oh Promise Me," and Albert Wilcox of Bainbridge sang.  "A Perfect Day."  After congratulations a wedding dinner was served to about 50 guests.  The dining room decorations were two large daisy chains drawn from the four corners of the room and fastened in the center, and the table was adorned with love tangle vine and yellow roses.  Two hundred dollars in cash, beside numerous gifts of beautiful silver and linen were received.  Mr. and Mrs. Stead left the same evening by automobile for Oxford where they took a train for Binghamton and Albany and will visit the Adirondack mountains and other places.  They will be at home to their friends at Norwich after August 1st, where Mr. Stead has employment as mail carrier.  [Baibnridge Republican, July 13, 1916]

 

Bainbridge Republican, September 26, 1874

 

PATTENGILL-CANDEE:  At Holland Patent [Oneida Co., NY], on the 16th ult.  by Rev. J.S. Pattengill, Wm. H. Pattengill to Miss Nellie Candee.

 

DICKINSON - EDLER:  At South Oxford [Chenango Co., NY], on the 16th inst., by Rev. H.V. Talbot, Mr. Charles Dickinson to Miss Lizzie Edler, both of that place.

 

SNYDER-HOLCOMB:  At the parsonage, Coventryville, NY [Chenango Co.,  NY]. on the 22d inst., by Rev. George D. Horton, Mr. William A. Snyder, of Seneca Co., Ohio to Miss Maria L. Holcomb, of Coventry.

 

VANCOTT-TYLER:  At the residence of the bride's parents, on the 9th inst., by Rev. S. Merchant, Mr. Homer VanCott to Miss Anna Tyler of Prattsville [Greene Co., NY].

 

NOLTON-PATTENGILL:  At Holland Patent [Oneida Co., NY], on the 16th inst., by Rev. J.S. Pattengill, Mr. Charles F. Nolton, to Miss Mary Pattengill, daughter of the officiating clergyman.

Obituaries (December 4)

Died on May 6, 1916, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Frank T. Barber, 1421 University Ave., New York City, Mrs. Sabrina E. Rhoads, in the 78 year of her age.  Mrs. Rhoads was a daughter of the late Samuel Humphrey of this town [Bainbridge, Chenango Co., NY].  She was a graduate of the Delaware Literary Institute of Franklin, N.Y.  She taught in this vicinity for several years, and after the civil war went to Missouri, where she taught in a private family.  Here she married Mr. Rhoads who died a number of years ago.  Mrs. Rhoads had resided in New York most of the time for a number of years past, with her daughter, who survives her.  She was a member of the Afton Chapter of the O.E.S.  [Bainbridge Republican, June 8, 1916]

 

After several months of illness the spirit of Melissa, wife of Charles F. Wilkins, passed to the great beyond on Thursday morning, June 29th, aged 73 years.  Her funeral was largely attended from the home on Sunday, July 2, the Rev. C.O. Fuller of Afton, officiating with interment in Glenwood Cemetery, Afton [Chenango Co., NY].  Mrs. Wilkins was a kind hearted Christian lady and will be greatly missed by her many friends and associates. Messrs. Ben Scott, Rev. Mr. Bronson and Don and Wm. Loomis sang two selections with Mrs. Lucy Loomis at the piano.  B.Y. McHugh had charge of the funeral.  [Bainbridge Republican, July 13, 1916]

 

The funeral of Mrs. Muriel Burke Andrews, aged 21 years of Rochester was held Sunday at the home of her uncle C.R. Hall, of Sidney.  Burial was in Prospect Hill Cemetery [Sidney, Delaware Co., NY].  Rev. C.R. Hikok officiating.  Mrs. Andrews who was a native of Sidney, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Tracey Burke, was drowned at Mt. Morris while bathing on Thursday, July 13th.  She had just graduated as a professional nurse from the Craig Colony Hospital at that place. She is survived by her husband, parents and a son Donald, aged 16 months.  Mrs. Andrews resided with her parents at North Afton perhaps 17 or 18 years ago in the house now owned by Mr. Shelman. [Bainbridge Republican, July 27, 1916] 

 

After about four weeks of intense suffering, Austin L. Welch of the firm of A.L. Welch & Son of this place passed away from this life Wednesday evening, July 19, at his home on East Main street.  All that medical attention and loving care could accomplish was done to "stay the hand of death," but the "reaper" would not be denied his harvest.  The general breaking down of a rugged constitution hastened by an accident some ten years ago in which Mr. Welch was thrown from a wagon near Deposit, was the cause of his death.  Austin L. Welch was born in Masonville [Delaware Co., NY], Nov. 10, 1840, where he resided until about thirty years of age when he began a long and successful career as traveling salesman.  This work took him into every State and territory of the United States, as well as Canada and Mexico. It is safe to say that there was not a man more widely known in the dry good business than was Mr. Welch.  Up to the time of leaving the road, some ten years ago, he never took a vacation.  Aside from his commercial business, he for many years conducted a retail store in villages where he resided in Otsego and Delaware counties, and in Texas, which state was his home for seven years.  Seven years ago he moved from Sidney to Morris and since then with his son, A.M. Welch, has successfully conducted a store in this place.  He bought a pleasant home here and settled down to enjoy the rest of his life in quietness with his wife.  Mr. Welch was a member of Tienuderrah Lodge F. and A.M. and of Hillington Chapter. He was the last surviving charter member of the Masonville lodge where he was made a Mason over fifty years ago.  In politics he was a Republican of the Most loyal type.  Being a great reader and an interesting conversationalist, Mr. Welch was an inspiration to all with whom he came in contact.  Through his infinite capacity for work and exceptional business foresight he accumulated an estate the last addition to which is a partially developed gold mine in Colorado.  His one regret seemed to be that he was not given strength to see this fully developed--Morris Chronicle.  Several years ago Mr. Welch conducted a dry goods store in this village [Bainbridge, Chenango Co., NY] and he was popular merchant.  [Bainbridge Republican, July 27, 1916]

The body of Leland J. Keech, who was drowned while bathing in the Mohawk river at Ilion Saturday afternoon, was brought to Oneonta Monday and the funeral was held at the home of his uncle, A.E. Luther, 40 Hunt street, at 11 o'clock, Tuesday.  Rev. L.C. Nichols officiated.  A delegation from Oneonta Lodge, L.O.O.M., of which Mr. Keech was a member, accompanied the body on the noon train to Nineveh, where it was buried.  Mr. Keech was a native of Nineveh [Broome Co., NY].  He resided for several years at Bainbridge.  Last summer he was employed as cook at the Park Hotel.  He had since last April been employed by the Remington Arms Co. at Ilion.  He was about 24 years old and was an honorable young man.  He is survived by his father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. James H. Keech.  [Binbridge Republican, July 27, 1916]

Miscellaneous, BHS Class of 1930, Part 1

Bainbridge High School - Class of 1930

"Echo" Senior Portraits

 

Helen Mae Bluler

A girl with a will and a charming way,

She grows more popular every day.

Fred Virgil Bly

Can such a spirit kind and mild,

Be with the Indians savage and wild?

Clarence Paul Carman

Only fun loving Paul we surely will miss,

When we go out in the world to meet that one and this.

Henry James Cheesbro, Jr.

Laughing at Fate, playing the game;

Experience teaches these are not in vain.

Mary Margaret Collar

A beautiful girl and a wonderful friend,

We know she will always be true till the end.

Class President

Cameron Cook Collins

He knows his stuff and can explain,

His witty puns win loud refrain.

Mary Herron Fairbanks,

Learning yet teaching, a teacher she'll be;

With discipline strenuous, for she can decree.



Miscellaneous, Daring Burglary in Oxford, 1873

Daring Burglary in Oxford, Chenango Co., NY

Bainbridge Republican, April 26, 1873

 

On Wednesday night last, the Post Office in this village was entered by burglars, the safe, a large one with an open key hole, blown open with gunpowder, and the valuable contents carried off.

 

The booty secured by the "professionals," as their work shows them to have been, consisted of the following:  Five hundred and thirty-two dollars and fifteen cents in postage stamps of all denominations, about $45 in bills and change, and between $100 and $150 worth of jewelry belonging to Mr. Mowry, deputy clerk, who has a variety store in the front room of the post office.  Among the jewelry was a silver hunting case, detached lever 16 line watch, No. 1635.  Two registered letters in the safe were opened, one contained nothing of value to the thieves, the other it is not known whether valuable or not.  The "artists" smashed in a cigar case and helped themselves, and also ransacked drawers, etc.

 

Entrance was effected into the post office by forcing the catch holding the lock bolt to the front doors off with a "jimmy."  Inside the burglars filled the key hold to the safe with powder and exploded it was a fuse.  This, appearances indicate, only started the outer part of the door, as there are marks of wedges, and the bolts were driven back, and one rivet had been drilled out.  they were no doubt professional burglars and expert safe operators, and carried the necessary tools.

 

The next morning telegrams were sent in all directions except at Sidney, the line being out of repairs and no message could be got through, in hopes of heading off the rascals; but they have not been headed as yet, unless someone has since "put a head on them."

 

Suspicion rests on two men, with a satchel and box, having the appearance of workmen who were around town Wednesday forenoon, and took the afternoon Midland train north without the box, and afterwards were seen in town again late that evening.  The box probably contained their tools.

 

Thursday morning, two men answering to the above, arrived at Mr. Humphrey's who resides in Guilford, obtained breakfast and hired Mr.  H. to carry them to Sidney, stating that they were "Government officers," in a hurry, and couldn't wait for the train.  Government robbers would have come nearer to the truth in their case.  It is not yet known whether the Government or Mr. Glover, the postmaster, will stand the loss--Oxford Times.



Obituaries (December 3)

It was with a feeling of deep regret in Sidney [Delaware Co., NY] when the news was heard last Saturday of the death at her home on So. Manning Boulevard, Albany, of Mrs. Caroline Eaton Lavender, lamented daughter of Mrs. Frank Eaton, of Sidney.  For long years Mrs. Lavender patiently and heroically suffered from pulmonary trouble.  Every care was given to relieve her patient sufferings;  It was a brave struggle for life against heavy odds.  Yet Mrs. Lavender never abandoned hope of recovery, remaining cheerful even in prolonged suffering of many years.  To friends and relatives in Sidney, who years ago knew Mrs. Lavender as Miss Carrie Eaton, a bright eyed, intelligent and attractive young student at Sidney High School, always retaining their respect and affection through life, the news of her death came a sad grief to their hearts, a sorrow that everywhere brings forth the deepest sympathy towards a good, kind husband, Mr. Lewis E. Lavender; her mother, Mrs. Frank Eaton, and brother, Mr. Edw. Eaton, of Des Moines, Iowa.  In a letter received on Monday, 3rd inst., by Mr. James L. Clark, information is conveyed that the interment of the late Mrs. Lavender will take place in Bainbridge about the middle of April--Sidney Record. [Bainbridge Republican, April 13, 1916]

 

George A. Smith passed away on April 12th, 1916, after a sickness of three months at the home of his granddaughter, Mrs. George Meyers.  Mr. Smith was a life-long resident of Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY], born May 5th, 1841, and oldest son of A.B. and J.E. Smith.  He had lived in Bainbridge more than 74 years, spent his whole life here and was loved and respected by all who knew him.  His heart overflowed with love for all his friends.  He always had a smile and pleasant word for everybody.  "A good man."  One who will be missed in our community.  He is survived by two sons and one daughter, Charles G. Smith, of Bainbridge; Fred Smith, of Matteawan; and Mrs. George A. Rhodes, of Boston, Mass.; also by three brothers and one sister.  Charles W. and James L. Smith, of Indianapolis, Ind.; Richard L. Smith of Bainbridge, N.Y.; and Mrs. Lawrence Newton, of Portland, Ore.  The funeral was held Friday, April 14th, with a prayer at the house at 1 o'clock p.m., from where the remains were taken to the Presbyterian Church and met by the Masons and Eastern Stars in a body where a very able service was given.  After the service at the church the remains were taken charge of by the Masonic order and conducted to the cemetery where a very impressive and beautiful Masonic service was given.  He was a member of the Masonic order of Bainbridge for more than fifty years.  [Bainbridge Republican, Apr. 20, 1916]

 

At about 11:15 a.m., on Wednesday of last week, a shocking and fatal accident occurred in the Sidney [Delaware Co., NY] yard at tower crossing, near the intersection of the D.&H., an O.&W. railroads, resulting in the instant death of Mrs. Hettie McMullen, wife of John McMullen, residents of that village during the last 25 years.  Wednesday morning Mrs. McMullen had done some shopping in the village and was on her return home with a number of packages.  Before arriving at the tower double crossing Mrs. McMullen stopped a moment at the novelty works to speak to her son, Austin, who is employed there.  About ten minutes later, Charles Lee Dykeman, operator in the tower, saw Mrs. McMullen standing near the D.&H. tracks waiting for the switch engine on the road and some cars to go by towards the union station.  Immediately after the switch engine had passed, Mrs. McMullen stepped forward to the next track.  An instant later she was struck by the engine of O.&W. train No. 29, Decker engineer, and Bucklasher, conductor, moving in the opposite direction towards the carriage works.  Mrs. McMullen was killed instantly, as indicated by a severe wound on the head.  At 12:40 Coroner R.H. Loomis arrived and the remains of the unfortunate woman were taken in charge by Carr & Hare.  Mrs. McMullen was 55 years of age.  In her immediate family is survived by her husband, John McMullen, one son, Austin, and two daughters, Mrs. Frank Park, of Norwich, and Miss Mabel McMullen, of Sidney, N.Y.  [Bainbridge Republican, June 1, 1916]

 

Mrs. Celia Hawkinson, wife of Nelson Hawkinson, died at two o'clock Sunday morning, June 4th, aged 80 years, at her home on East Main street [Bainbridge, Chenango Co., NY], after a lingering illness of over a year.  The funeral was conducted by her pastor, Rev. Henry D. Smith, on Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock at her late home.  The quartette, G.A. Ives, Daniel Banner, R.A. Johnson and E.S. Gilbert, rendered two selections, "Nearer My God to Thee" and "Shall We Gather at the River."  Burial was in St. Peter's Cemetery [Bainbridge, NY].  Mrs. Hawkinson was born in Sweden in 1935.  She was twice married.  She married Swan Samuels by whom she had three children who survive her:  Mrs. D.E. Pine, C.L. Samuels, and Olin Samuels.  In 1883 she married Nelson Hawkinson, who also survives her.  In 1885 Mr. and Mrs. Hawkinson left Sweden and came to this country.  Mrs. Hawkinson was a faithful member of the Presbyterian Church for many years and her devotion to her church was second to only that of her home.  She was a loving mother and wife and she leaves many friends to mourn her loss and cherish her memory.  "Blessed are the dead that die in the lord."  [Bainbridge Republican, June 8, 1916]

 

On Tuesday a body was received here by express by Undertakers Hastings and Colwell and is now in their undertaking rooms.  It came from Porto Rico and are the remains of Reverend John Benedict, a noted missionary of the Methodist Church who died in Porto Rico four years ago in September.  Under the law of the country no body can be shipped from there until after three years from death.  Mr. Benedict expressed a wish to have his remains brought back to Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY]. The burial will be in the West Bainbridge cemetery when arrangements have been made for the funeral which will not be in ten days.  Noted clergy of the Methodist Church will attend.  A son and other relatives live in Oneonta.  [Bainbridge Republican, June 22, 1916]

Miscellaneous, Bainbridge Lockup is Officially Inspected, 1922

Bainbridge Lockup is Officially Inspected

Norwich Sun, Nov. 20, 1922

 

The state prison commission has approved the following report inspection of the village lockup at Bainbridge:

 

Inspected Nov. 10, 1922.  Howard L. Owens, village president.

 

This lockup is located in a room in the basement of the municipal building, which is a modern pressed-brick structure, and besides used for village and town purposes a considerable portion of the main floor is occupied by the post office.

 

The cell room is fireproof and is accessible from the main entrance and also a separate side entrance at grade.  The room is light and seems to be quite free from dampness.  There are two modern steel cells, each provided with a toilet, steel bunk and good bedding. The room has electric light, steam  heat, and a faucet with water.  The lockup was found in excellent condition and is said to receive some supervision when occupied, which is a rare occurrence, except a few lodgers are cared for in cold weather.

 

Respectfully submitted, Clifford M. Young, Chief Inspector.

Miscellaneous, Afton, NY in 1973

Afton, Chenango Co., NY in 1873

Bainbridge Republican, July 19, 1873

 

One of the finest little villages on the line of this road is Afton.  Here you will find some 600 people, a number of stores, several carriage shops, that of Jackson & Humphrey doing first-class work, several hotels, a number of saw mills, spoke and shingle factories, a tip top Union school and a live lot of people.  We were shown through the spoke and shingle factory of T. Landers & Son a few days since.  They have some splendid machinery and do a heavy business sending a large portion of their work to New York and Philadelphia.  A portion of their shingles are used in this village--Oneonta Liberal.  

Obituaries (December 2)

The funeral of the late Mrs. Franklin L. Ives, was held yesterday at her late residence, 376  Main street.   There was a large attendance, and many exquisite flowers, the tribute of loving friends, made her quiet rest more beautiful.  The services were conducted by Dr. T.F. Hall, pastor of the Methodist Episcopal church, assisted by Dr. Charles S. Pendleton and Dr. Austin Griffin, the latter a life-long friend of the Queal family.  Burial will be at West Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY], where many of her loved ones are laid at rest.  Besides her husband, her niece, Mrs. Wendell Morgan, and her nephew, Bernard Benedict of Oneonta, there were present from a distance her nieces Mrs. A.E. Stewart of Utica, and Miss Mary M. Queal of Elmira, W.H. Ives and Mrs. Frank VanCott of Unadilla, Frank S. Clark of Guilford, and Mrs. S.N. Saxton of Milford.  Martha Queal Ives, daughter of Rev. and Mrs. William G. Queal, was early trained in the "worth while" things of life.  She was especially fond of books and was an apt pupil, being educated after the home schools and academies, in the Cazenovia seminary.  She was preeminently a teacher and held the place of lady principal in several schools of New York.  After the death of her first husband, Prof. E. Bradley Meaker, she opened a kindergarten and private school in Carbondale, which for years was very successful.  Hers was a rare spirit in social circles, and she was counted a great addition mentally and socially in literary club life in Carbondale, and in Syracuse where she later resided.  She was also a member of the Woman's club of Oneonta.  She was very active in the Methodist Church, was a successful Junior league superintendent and for years had charge of the children's meetings at the Sidney camp grounds.  She was also greatly interested in missionary work and had been corresponding secretary of the Foreign Missionary society for the Chenango district, later of the Chenango district and still more recently president for the Oneonta district.  She was also honored by being one of two delegates sent to represent the states of New York and New Jersey at a general executive session held in Minneapolis, Minn.  Until the death of her second husband, Nathan H. Briggs of Oneonta, she was for several years an efficient Sunday school and mission worker in the Free Baptist church. While she lived in Syracuse many students of the university found her a wise counselor, and she had for years been a second mother to her sister's children, who never can stray far from "auntie's" influence.  Her winning personality, trained mind and warm heart made her a power for good.  From our standpoint, her life was full of tragedy, but her faith in the goodness of God never wavered.  Her third husband, who survives her, is Franklin L. Ives, to whom she was married February 6, 1912.  Practically for four years before her death she was much of an invalid, Mr. Ives devoting himself assiduously to her care.  During/ her long illness she was uniformly brave and patient, and now that her useful and mortal life is over, she is safe at rest in the Father's home, to go no more out forever--Tuesday's Oneonta Star.  Mr. Ives' father was many years ago pastor of the Methodist Church here [Bainbridge, Chenango Co., NY].  [Bainbridge Republican, Mar. 30, 1916]

 

Elmer E. Shapley, one of Coventryville's [Chenango Co., NY] substantial farmer, died at his home in that place Friday morning, March 24, at 5:30 o'clock, aged 56 years.  Mr. Shapley had been in poor health for nearly two years, but with his strong will and ambition he had kept about until a few weeks before his death.  In the passing away of Mr. Shapley that vicinity loses a man who has done much for the improvement of the appearance of the farms he has owned and occupied in that neighborhood and his way of doing work was an impetus to others to do for the general appearance of the town.  He will be missed greatly in the neighborhood, in the church of which he was a member, but mostly in the home of which he was so fond.  He is survived by his wife, one son, Earl Shapley, of North Afton, one daughter, Mrs. Lena Hull, of Schenectady, two brothers and two sisters, besides several nephews and nieces.  The funeral services were held Monday at 11 o'clock a.m., at his late home, Rev. J.H. Houston,  his pastor, officiating.  The body was placed in the vault at Oxford.  [Bainbridge Republican, Apr. 6, 1916]

 

Afton [Chenango Co., NY]:  Mrs. M.M. Graham, widow of the late Chas. Graham, Senior, died at her home, East side, Friday, March 31st aged 94 years, 10 months, 4 days.  She had been in feeble health, a shut in, for more than two years, dying of old age, causing a hardening arteries and gangrene.   She was a member of the M.E. Church, a staunch worker in the interests of the Church, a warm hearted, generous Christian woman, with many friends.  Her home was with the daughter-in-law, wife of the late Chas. Graham, Junior, who survives her.  Services at her late home Monday p.m., Rev. I. Bronson and C.E. Sweet officiating and burial in Glenwood cemetery [Afton, NY]  [Bainbridge Republican, Arp. 13, 1916]

 

Died, in Coventry [Chenango Co., NY], on the afternoon of September 16th, 1874, Cyrus Smith, aged 53 years.  The deceased was the eighth child, and sixth son, of the late Clark Smith, one of the early settlers of Coventry.  Cyrus was born on the farm where his father long lived, and he spent his whole life upon the old homestead, or within a few rods of it.  Thus he was in the strictest sense a native and citizen of that town.  Words seem inadequate to describe such a man as he was.  He could be appreciated by those who knew him, but we cannot delineate his character.  As a man he was of the noblest and purest type, strictly upright and conscientious in all his dealings.  As a friend and neighbor, he was generous and faithful, careful not to offend, and ever ready to forgive--a peacemaker and conciliator among his associates.  As a companion he was genial and happy, always having a kind, cheery word for those he met.  As a brother, son, husband and father, he was most tender and affectionate.  As a Christian, he was sincere and earnest, his piety showing itself in every day life.  He had from youth been a member of the second Congregational Church of Coventry, and no one who knew him ever doubted the purity and sincerity of his piety.  But he was so retiring and unassuming in his manner that he never made a show of his religion, nor intruded his views on any subject upon others.  On account of this peculiarity in him the community in which he lived was doubtless not conscious of his full worth and influence.  He was like some of those great blessings which we often enjoy but do not fully realize their value until they have gone from us.  Such was he.  His death has made a great void in the circle where he moved and his loss will be long and sorely felt. The day of his burial was a sad one for the community.  Although the day was stormy, yet a large concourse of people assembled to testify of their loss.  His pastor spoke tender, comforting words, yet also words of sorrow and sadness, which showed that deep in his heart he felt that he had lost a strong friend and supporter.  Devout men carried him to his burial place in the beautiful cemetery on the hilltop.  Ten years before he was one of six sons who lowered the body of their honored father into his tomb, in this same beautiful spot.  Now the four remaining brothers lowered his remains to their last resting place.  It was a beautiful and touching scene, to witness those brothers, whose heads are well sprinkled with silver, perform this last office of affection to the companion of their childhood.  But they can do no more for him; he has gone.  And as the clods have covered his coffin many feel that they will miss him.  All feel that a good man has gone to his grave, and to his reward.  The Church of which he was so long a member will miss him; the neighborhood in which he lived will miss him; the large circle of relatives in which he was a ray of sunshine, will miss the cheery voice; his aged mother has received yet another sorrow to her heart, and misses another from her treasures upon earth.  The house will feel that its great light has gone out.  But while he is missed so much here, the throng of the redeemed has gained one more of its number.  Another soul is at rest.  That mother can feel that another has been called to meet her on the evergreen shore and the widow and the fatherless may trust the God who "doeth all things well."

"Bury the dead and weep

in stillness o'er the loss;

Bury the dead; in Christ they sleep,

Who bore on earth his cross."

[Bainbridge Republican, Sept. 26, 1874]

Blog Listing November 25 - December 1, 2013

Listing of blog postings for the week of November 2 to December 1, 2013.

Marriages

Posted November 26, 2013

Frances H. Sackett - Earl A. Westcott (1918)
Hazel D. Bennett - George W. Laymon (1912)
Mabel A. Springsteen - Walter M. Hunter (1912)
Reuben Rounds - Mary E. Carhart (1874)
Horace E. Ford - Annie N. Myrick (1874)
Wallace Hastings - Nettie Rowley (1874)

Posted December 1, 2013
Mary E. Moody - Charles A. Ellis (1915)
Floyd S. Burnside - Minnie F. Whitehead (1915)
Earl Eastwood - Iva Aldrich (1915)
August Jacobson - Gertrude Simpson (1915)
George W. Mulwane - Ethel D. Eggleston (1915)
Madalyn Slotzhtner - Guy A. Burchard (1915)
Helen Simonds - Horace Langdon (1915)
Isabelel Collins - Sidney Bennett (1915)
Fred H. Oakley - Maud G. Reed (1915)
Leah Fara Medes - Thomas Russell Ripley (1915)
Archie H. Livingston - Frances May Williams (1915)



 

Obituaries

Posted November 25, 2013

Fred White (Bainbridge, 1912)

Sarah E. Sayre (Binghamton, Bainbridge, 1912)

Chauncey Ceperly (Oneonta, 1912)

Catherine VanDerwalker Ceperly (Oneonta, Bennettsville, 1912)

Delmar Wheat (Sidney, 1912)

Mabel Hinman (Afton, 1885)

Lydia Randall (Afton, 1885)

Abbie DeVoe (Bainbridge, Afton, 1885)

Posted November 26, 2013
Frederick White (Sherburne, Bainbridge, 1912)
Sarah Stoddard (Coventryville, 1912)
Mrs. James M. Childs (Sanford, 1912)
Alice A. Lyon (Coventryville, 1874)
Son of John Davidson (Greene, 1874)

Posted November 27, 2013
Edmund Pettys (Guilford Center, 1913)
Erwin Ramsdell (Bainbridge, 1913)
Melissa Lane (Bainbridge, 1913)
Dormer M. Evans (Bainbridge, 1913)
Mrs. William P. Fisher (Benettsville, 1913)

Posted November 28, 2013
Mildred Darlin (Bainbridge, 1914)
Mary E. Kelly (Bainbridge, 1914)
L.E. Jackson (Afton, 1914)
Nina Mills (Bainbridge, 1914)
Harriett M. Bills Main (Abingdon, IL, 1914)

Posted November 29, 2013
Mrs. C.M. Priest (Bainbridge, 1915)
Henry M. Peckham (Bainbridge, 1915)
Frank D. Strevell (Binghamton, 1915)
Daniel A. Johnson (Guilford, 1915)
Thomas Richards (Guilford, 1915)
Theresia Hornshu (Bainbridge, NYC, 1915)
Marcus Lyon (West Bainbridge, 1915)
Mrs. Charles Phinney (Bainbridge, 1915)
Thomas Dickinson (Guilford, 1915)

Posted November 30, 1915
John Houghton (Arnold NB, 1915)
Lanson S. Ferris (Guilford, 1915)
Roseltha Holcomb Polling (Coventry, 1915)
Charlott S. Seward Andrews (Bainbridge, 1915)
Mary E. Ryder (Bainbridge, 1915)
Laura L. Knapp Dewey (Unadilla, 1915)

Posted December 1, 2013
Ella B. (Fisher) Burton (Bainbridge, 1915)
Esther M. (Ives) Humphrey (Guilford, 1915)
Dewitt Clinton Warner (Guilford, 1916)
Dr. Nelson Blood (Oxford, Auburn, 1916)
Myrtle B. (Clark) Barr (Bainbridge, 1916)
Theodore R. Campbell (Bainbridge, 1916)


 

 

Miscellaneous

Posted November 25, 2013

The Old Angel Inn To Become a Gas Station, Famous Old Hostelry Located at Guilford Center, Bainbridge Republican, July 31, 1930.

Posted November  26, 2013

Arrested on Their Wedding Tour, The Syracuse Journal, Mar. 5, 1886

Otselic's Lothario, Chenango Semi-Weekly Telegraph,  March 17, 1886

Thomas E. Dutton, Jailed in Norwich, The Syracuse Journal,  March 20, 1886

Posted November 27, 2013

Romance of Two Inmate's of the Home, Chenango Union, Feb. 18, 1886.

Sons of Jabez Robinson, Bainbridge Republican, Sept. 12, 1874.

Posted November 28, 2013

Bainbridge, NY in 1874, Bainbridge Republican, Aug. 22, 1874

Bainbridge Central School, Class of 1929, Part 3

 

Posted November 29, 2013

Real Sensation in Pharsalia, Bainbridge Republican, Dec. 16, 1915

Posted November 30, 2013
Famous "White Deer" Killed, Bainbridge Republican, Dec. 23, 1915
Happenings about Bainbridge, NY in 1915
      Henry V. Dunham returns from Europe, Bainbridge Republican, Dec. 23, 1915

      Mrs. Perry Teachout - Chief Telephone Operator,  Bainbridge Republican, December 23, 1915

      Gift for Rev. Nickel, Bainbridge Republican, Dec. 30, 1915

      Evans Family and The Presbyterian Church Yard, Bainbridge Republican, June 10, 1915

Posted December 1, 2013
J. Kelly of Coventry, German Immigrant, Bainbridge Republican, June 17, 1915.



Marriages (December 1)



Bainbridge Republican, Dec. 16, 1915

The Danbury (Conn.) News of Nov. 27, save:  Mrs. Mary E. Moody of this place and Charles A. Ellis of Bainbridge, New York, were quietly married at the bride's home on Thanksgiving Day, Rev. Isaac A. Marsland officiating.  The bride was charmingly gowned in cream colored costume and carried pink carnations.  After the ceremony an informal reception was held.  the bride's going away suit was dark-green with hat to match.  Mr. and Mrs. Ellis left by taxi, amid showers of rice, confetti and good wishes, to take the 4:23 express for New York City.  They will be at home at Bainbridge, New York, after December 25th.  The same paper on Dec. 10th says:  Mr. and Mrs. Charles A. Ellis, who recently returned from their wedding trip, were surprised by about sixty of their friends Tuesday evening December 7th.  The guests approached the house playing all in tune on tin pans, horns, jews-harps, mouth-organs, big bells and other musical instruments.  The effect, to say the least, was startling.  Mr. and Mrs. Ellis rallied quickly from their complete surprise and proved the best of hosts. The evening was merrily spent in games and singing.  After the serving of refreshments the newly weds were presented with a fine framed etching and a set of silver fruit knives as a token of their esteem.  They will leave soon for their future home in Bainbridge, New York, greatly to the regret of all.

Bainbridge Republican, March 11, 1915

 



Married at the M.E. Parsonage Saturday evening, March 6th, 1915, by Rev. Frank James, Floyd S. Burnside of Masonville [Delaware Co., NY], and Miss Minnie F. Whitehead of Sidney [Delaware Co., NY]. 

Guilford [Chenango Co., NY]:  On Monday, March 1st, at Oxford, Earl Eastwood and Miss Iva Aldrich, both of Guilford, were married by Rev. Inman Wilcox.  They will reside in Guilford.

Bainbridge Republican, May 13, 1915

 

August Jacobson and bride arrived in Bainbridge last Friday and passed several days with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Martin Jacobsen,  Mr. Jacobson was married on May 6th in Brooklyn to Miss Gertrude Simpson, sister of Dr. John F. Simpson of that city.  Mr. Jacobson has a fine position with a real estate firm in Brooklyn and the bride and her brother, Dr. Simpson,are well known in Bainbridge having formerly lived here.  Mr. and Mrs. Jacobson left Monday and will reside at 117 Eugert avenue, Brooklyn.

 

Bainbridge Republican, June 17, 1915

 

George W. Mulwane and Miss Ethel D. Eggleston both of Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY], were united in marriage by Rev. Frank James in the Methodist Episcopal parsonage, June 12, 1915.  these young people are to make their home here in the village.  Their many friends wish them success in this new enterprise.

 

Bainbridge Republican, August 12, 1915

 

Guilford [Chenango Co., NY]:  The announcement of the engagement of Miss Madalyn Slotzhtner of Ilion, to Guy A. Burchard of Guilford, has just been made public.  They were quietly married a few days since and are spending two weeks with Mr. Burchard's parents, Mr. and Mrs. W.R.Burchard.

 

Miss Olive Kirby gave a handkerchief shower Saturday afternoon at her home, "The Pillars," for Miss Helen Simonds and Miss Isabelle Collins, whose engagements to Horace Langdon of Boston, and Sidney Bennett of this village have recently been announced.  Out of town guests were Miss Margaret Williams of Binghamton; Miss Margaret Livermore of Providence, R.I., and Miss Adaline Hill of Oberlin, Ohio.  

Bainbridge Republican, Nov. 4, 1915

 

Fred  H. Oakley of South Gilboa, N.Y., and Miss Maud G. Reed of Bainbridge, were united in marriag ein the Methodist Episcopal parsonage Saturday, Oct. 30, 1915, by Rev. Frank James.

 

Bainbridge Republican, Dec. 2, 1915

 

Announcements have been received in this village of the marriage of Miss Leah Fara Medes and Thomas Russell Ripley at McLean, N.Y., Wednesday, November 24, 1915.  Mrs. Ripley was a former Bainbridge resident, living with her uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. F.B. Rindge. 

 

Bainbridge Republican, Dec. 30, 1915

 

Mr. Archie H. Livingston and Miss Frances May Williams both of Bainbridge, were united in marriage Tuesday evening, Dec. 28, 1915, by the Rev. Frank James in the Methodist Episcopal parsonage.  These young people are well known here and their many friends wish them a Happy New Year. 

 

Miscellaneous, J. Kelley of Coventry, German Immigrant

A German Lad

His Experience Since Youth in This Country

Bainbridge Republican, June 17, 1915

 

The experience of J. Kelley of Coventry [Chenango Co., NY], who came from Germany to this country when nine and a half years of age, and what the people of the United States have done for him he related as follows:

 

He left his home in Wirtenberg, Germany, May 24, 1854, with his mother and two sisters, his father having come to this county two years before.  They left Liverpool on May 28 and arrived in New York on the 6th day of July, being out of sight of land 38 days.  The father met his family and took them on the Erie railroad to Deposit and then to Coventry. 

 

The lad not knowing a word of English attended the District school for two years and a select school for the same number of years, and at the age of 14 years he entered the employ of G.D. Phillips & Son for a term of five years.  He received for the first year $50 with an addition of $25 for each succeeding year, boarding himself.  He could just reach the top of the counter but persevered and did what he could in the store.  At the death of G.D. Phillips the firm then became Phillips & Hoyt which continued till the death of E.A. Phillips.  A.J. Hoyt then carried on the business for a time when Mr. Kelley bought a half interest in the business, continuing for a few years.  In 1898, Frank A. Kelley, son of the subject of this sketch, bought out Mr. Hoyt's interest and the business has since been carried on by them.

 

 Mr. J. Kelley says there is no reason why a young man cannot prosper in this country if he only has a mind to do it.  He also states that there is no country like the United States for making a good living and laying by something for old age--Oxford Review