Wednesday, July 16, 2014

Marriages (July 16)

Miss Marie Jean Lese, of Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY], daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Dewey Lese, of Cokeburgh, Pa., and Pvt. Jack Diamond, U.S. Army, son of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Diamond, of New York City, were married March 10, at 4 o'clock in the rectory of St. Anthony's Catholic Church at Ellsworth, Pa.  The double ring ceremony was performed by the Rev. Cardinal, pastor of the church.  The bride, who was given in marriage by her father, wore a white satin wedding gown made princess style with long sleeves and a long train edged with lace.  Her illusion veil was held in place by a crown of seed pearls, and she carried a prayer book and white roses.  Mrs. William Lese, of Cokeburgh, sister-in-law of the bride, was matron of honor.  She wore a gown of medium blue satin with a net overskirt, a pink headdress and carried pink roses.  Miller Lese, of Cokeburgh, acted as best man.  Following the ceremony, a reception was held at the home of the bride's parents for members of the immediate family.  The bride, who is a beautician at Elsie Beauty Shop in Bainbridge, is a graduate of Ellsworth High School, Pa., and the New York Scientific Beauty School in Binghamton.  The Bridegroom was graduated from Roosevelt High School, Los Angeles, Calif., and Los Angeles Junior College.  Pvt. Diamond has been stationed in Hawaii for the past four years.  The couple have just returned from a wedding trip to West Virginia and Washington, Pa.  [Bainbridge News & Republican, March 23, 1944]
 
Sastri-Arbuckle:  Miss Francis Pauline Arbuckle, of Delancey [Delaware Co., NY], and Angelo Sastri, of Sidney [Delaware Co., NY], formerly of Guilford and Norwich, were united in marriage at the Sacred Heart Church in Sidney, Friday evening at 8:30 by the Rev. Father Kavanaugh.  Their attendants were Mr. ad Mrs. Fred DeLeorte, brother-in-law and sister of the groom.  Both the bride and her attendant were dressed in black and white, and each wore a corsage of red roses.  After the ceremony Mr. and Mrs. Sastri left on a short wedding trip to Kingston.  Both are employed in the Scintilla and will make their home in Sidney.  Mr. Sastri is a son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Sastri, of Norwich, for several years residents of Guilford, residing on Merchant street.  [Bainbridge News & Republican, Mar. 30, 1944]

Mr. and Mrs. Clinton Fletcher celebrated their 30th wedding anniversary and Mrs. Fletcher's birthday on Mar. 20.  On Sunday prior, they were entertained at dinner and theatre party by Mr. and Mrs. Ray Showalter, of Bainbridge.  Upon their return home, they found a fluorescent light in the kitchen, a gift from their children and grandchildren.  On Monday, Mrs. Fletcher received a beautiful bouquet of flowers from her brother, Cpl. Asa Lawrence (Bucky) Bradish serving with the armed forces in Italy.  She also received four letters from "Bucky," two from her son, Sgt. Elton Fletcher, of New Guinea; and two from her son, Lyall Fletcher, Sp. (A), USNR, of Newport, R.I.  Mr. and Mrs. Fletcher were entertained by their son and daughter-in-law, Mr and Mrs. Ernest Fletcher, for dinner Monday, and they were presented with a cake from their son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Bethel Bickford.  [Bainbridge News & Republican, Mar. 30, 1944]

Announcement was made last Friday of the engagement of Miss Edna Krofft, of Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY], daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Leroy Krofft, of Cooperstown, to Robert Meehan, of Oneonta, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Meehan.  Miss Krofft, a graduate of Cooperstown High School, is employed by the American Plastics Corp., of Bainbridge.  Mr. Meehan, a graduate of Christian Brothers Academy, of Syracuse, is employed in the D.&H. maintenance of way department.  [Bainbridge News & Republican, Mar. 30, 1944]

Mr. and Mrs. Ebenezer Adams celebrated at their residence in the town of Plymouth [Chenango Co., NY], Thursday evening, the 24th inst., the fortieth anniversary of their marriage.  This was the largest gathering of the kind that has ever been held in this vicinity, and the invitation was made general.  A large number of friends and relatives assembled to join with them in passing a pleasant evening.  After the guests had arrived, they were made mutually acquainted, and the enjoyment of the evening commenced; and then the guests separated into little knots and groups, which seemed almost lost in the spacious rooms of their great mansion.  For a time conversation ruled the hour, and well did it reign, for many valuable thoughts were expressed, and happy reminiscences rehearsed.  Among some of the amusing features of the entertainment which afforded much real merriment to the guests, were Mrs. A's, collection of gewgaw animals, artfully constructed of cloth, and made many years ago with her own nimble fingers.  Music was voluntarily furnished by the members of the North Norwich Cornet Band.  This additional aid was appreciated by those present, and helped to render the occasion delightful.  At an early hour the guests formed in couples and sought refreshments, which were found in abundance.  We beheld two large tables bountifully supplied with choice delicacies, together with oysters and other substantials, and well did the participants do the repast justice.  Although no presents were solicited on this occasion, yet some very valuable ones were presented.  Mr. J.V. Lewis held the attention of a large company while he made a few eloquent remarks on the part of the donors.  He said that the tokens of regard on their part, were but a slight expression of the good wishes they entertain toward the recipients on this the fortieth anniversary of their wedded bliss.  In response, G.W. Marvin, of Norwich, spoke in behalf of Mr. and Mrs. Adams.  That they tender their hearty thanks to the donors for the valuable presents which, though unexpected, were all the more cheerfully received, and also, to the entire company for the interest each one has exhibited in making this anniversary an unequivocal success.  Mr. Adams  married his wife in the winter of 1838.  The wedding took place in the house now occupied by Mrs. Reynolds, in this village but then by Mr. Bocker for whom both were working at the time.  A goodly number of friends and relatives were present to enjoy that occasion.  Though since, thirty-three of that number have died, leaving only two out of thirty-five who attended their wedding and whose ages not far exceeded that of the happy couple.  One of the two left is Mrs. Curry, who was present at the anniversary, and enjoying good health.  Mr. and Mrs. Adams' wedded life has been an exceptionally happy one.  The latter has been in the true sense of the word a help-mate, and to her good judgment, and sound common sense, must be attributed in some degree at least their success in life.  The tokens of respect--and friendship left them by their friends will doubtless be cherished for many years as reminders of the happy occasion, and the friendly donors. Altogether it was a splendid affair, and all returned home in that happy, friendly, and peaceful frame of mind, which generally prevails at similar occasions.  [Chenango Semi-Weekly Telegraph, Jan. 30, 1878]

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