Our village was startled Monday morning to learn that Bradford G. Greene had died suddenly in the night previous. So unexpected was the sad news that at first it could not be credited. Mr. Greene was apparently in his usual robust health Sunday, and at night he and Mrs. Greene retired at about their usual hour, Mr. Greene reading a newspaper, as was his custom before extinguishing his light. About 11 o'clock he raised up in bed and immediately sank back on his pillow. Mrs. Greene spoke to him and getting no response, was made aware that something serious had occurred. She hurriedly dressed and ran to Dr. Ensign's a few doors below their residence, for medical assistance. When the doctor arrived there he was dead. Bradford G. Greene was a prominent and popular citizen, who took an active part in all local enterprises, was a staunch Republican and a great worker for party success, a companionable man, warm-hearted and benevolent. He will be missed in our community. He served his country during the rebellion in the navy, was a member of Breed Post G.A.R.; Oxford Lodge, F.&A.M.; a director in the Chenango Mutual Relief, also a member of the Board of Education, being on the building committee of the new building now in process of erection, to which he had given much of his time and personal attention He was postmaster under President Harrison, and discharged his duties in an acceptable manner. For a number of years he has been the agent of the various express companies that have run over the O.&W. railroad, had the sale of D.&H. coal, and at the time of his death was agent for the Adams Express Co. All the duties brought upon him by societies and office he discharged faithfully and well, and they drew to him a large circle of acquaintances and a great many personal friends, who will deplore his demise and miss his hearty, genial presence. Mr. Greene had been a resident of Oxford [Chenango Co., NY] nearly all his life. He had recently completed a handsome new residence on Clinton street, where he looked forward to passing the remainder of his life surrounded by the comforts secured by years of effort. He is survived by the wife, two sons, the eldest of whom, Fred B., resides at Greenfield, Mass., and a sister, Miss Clara Green, who resides in Grand Rapids, Mich. His age was about 58 years.
SANDS: In Buena Vista, Col., Dec. 30th, 1896, Rev. Orrin J. Sands. formerly of Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY]
The following taken from the Chaffee County Republican published at Buena Vista, Col., will be of interest to many of our readers, as Rev. O.A. Sands was a native of this place: "An impressive service was held in Grace Episcopal church on Sunday evening last. It consisted of shortened evensong from the book of Common Prayer, and special hymns, prayers and meditations: all in loving memory of the late rector of Grace church, the Rev. Orin Arnold Sands, who departed this life Dec. 30, 1896. The service was conducted by the Rev. R.S. Radcliffe, general missionary of the diocese of Colorado, and by the Rev. D.L. Fleming, rector of St. George's church, Leadville. The former clergyman addressed the congregation upon the subject of "The Dead in Christ" and the latter read a memorial paper and eulogy dealing with the life and services of the deceased clergyman. A most notable feature of the service was the wide recognition it received from the citizens of Buena Vista, all the churches being represented in the congregation which crowded Grace church. The Rev. Mr. Root, pastor of the Congregational church was present, together with the members of his congregation. The altar was vested in white, and flowers adorned the sanctuary and chancel. the music led by a selected choir, was sweetly and heartily rendered. The offerings were devoted to placing in Grace church a special memorial to the Rev. Mr. Sands. Altogether it was a genuine Colorado tribute of appreciation and loyalty for a faithful pastor." [Dec. 1896]
Andrew A. Dunham, manager of the local plant of the Casein Manufacturing Company, prominent business man and a leading citizen of this village [Bainbridge, Chenango Co., NY], died Wednesday afternoon. His death came upon the community like a thunderbolt and left deep sorrow in its wake for Mr. Dunham for over a score of years had been closely allied with the development of the industrial life of the village through his connection with this large manufacturing concern. He came to Bainbridge from Adams, N.Y., where he was the manager of the Dry Milk plant of this same company. He devoted his energy to the company's interests here and his keen active business mind helped to develop this industry to its present success, which in turn has added greatly to the commercial welfare of the village. He was an indefatigable worker, possessing a remarkable comprehension of details, quick in action and accurate in judgment. Three weeks ago Mr. Dunham was taken ill with jaundice. He kept at his office for a few days keeping up by his indomitable courage, but finally succumbed to treatment. At first the malady did not appear serious or alarming but strength to combat its progress was lacking and a few days ago he became so prostrated that any medical attention that could be applied proved unable to revive him and he gradually sank exhausted to the end, worn out by life's activities and a martyr to his high conception of usefulness. Mr. Dunham served his country in the Spanish-American war enlisting from Vermont and to the hardships of that ordeal may be attributed the undermining of his health and deprived him of the vitality needed for the responsibilities which his own diligent service required. Mr. Dunham served his community for he was public spirited, loyal to his home town and friends. He was enterprising, and he wanted affairs to move forward to the betterment of society and mankind and he helped to accomplish these things. He was a devoted member of St. Peter's church and a member of the board of education of the Bainbridge High School. Mr. Dunham was 46 years of age, just at the height of his greatest usefulness and had before him a future of brilliant prospects, not only for himself but for others in whom he was constantly interested, for he was constructive and wanted others to go along with him to success and prosperity. He was born at Worcester Vermont, and received his early education in the schools of that village and was a graduate of the Boston School of Pharmacy. Directly after finishing his education he began as a chemist for the company, having charge of the New York City laboratory, and later became manager of the Adams branch, In the fall of 1904 Mr. Dunham married Miss Mary E. Pingree of Northfield, Vt., who survives with one daughter, Mary Dunham Also surviving are Dr. Henry V. Dunham of Bainbridge, associated with the same company, and Dr. Frank Dunham of Baltimore, Md., and one sister Miss Gertrude Dunham of Northfield, Vt. The funeral will be held at 2 o'clock Saturday afternoon at St. Peter's church. [Bainbridge Republican, Jan. 15, 1925]
Guilford [Chenango Co., NY]: Joseph Hyatt passed away at his home in East Guilford Jan. 8. He was born in Guilford, December 3, 1873 and was the son of George and Calista R. VanLoan Hyatt. The deceased is survived by a widow, who was Miss Lillian Beale and several children. Burial was made at East Guilford Saturday. [Bainbridge Republican, Jan. 15, 1925]
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