Marriages (October 18)

The beautiful and accomplished Miss Celestia Tinker, who, with her sister, have so often pleased Norwich audiences with their splendid singing, was married on the 19th ult. at Attica, N.Y., to John Porter, Esq., Cashier of the Merchants' National Bank at Meadville Pa.  We understand it is now the intention of the "Star Sisters," (both being married) to leave the stage, a fact which will cause regret among their many admirers and friends everywhere.  [Chenango Telegraph, Aug. 23, 1865]

CRANDALL - MINER:  Miss Norma Miner, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lorenzo D. Miner, and Richard Crandall, son of Mr. and Mrs. George Crandall, both of Sidney [Delaware Co., NY], were united in marriage Saturday afternoon in the Sidney Methodist church, by the Rev. Roy T. Henwood.  They were attended by Mr. and Mrs. Donald Barrows, of Norwich, sister and brother-in-law of the bridegroom.  Both Mr. and Mrs. Crandall are graduates of Sidney High School.  Mrs. Crandall has been employed in the drafting department at the Scintilla.  The groom is a pharmacist mate, third class, located at Sampson Naval base.  They will reside in Geneva.  ]Bainbridge News & Republican, Sept. 23, 1943]

 

RUSSELL - ATWELL:  Miss Dorothy Atwell, daughter of Mrs. Jennie H. Atwell, of Windsor [Broome Co., NY], became the bride of Staff Sergeant Marvin L. Russell, son of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Russell, of North Windsor, Tuesday evening, Sept. 14, at the home of the bride.  The bride, a graduate of Windsor Central School, Class of 1937, has been employed at the Scintilla Magneto plant in Sidney for the past two and one-half years.  The groom also was graduated from Windsor Central School, Class of 1938, and upon graduation enlisted in the U.S. Army.  The couple left Thursday for Fort McIntosh, Laredo, Tex., where they will make their home.  [Bainbridge News & Republican, Sept. 23, 1943]

 

Miss Martha Danforth Taylor, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George D. Taylor, of Stamford [Delaware Co., NY], was united in marriage to Lt. Henry Howe Dayton, son of Mr. and Mrs. H. Marean Dayton, on Saturday, Sept. 11.  The bride is a graduate of Stamford Seminary and of Skidmore college in Saratoga. The groom was also graduated from Stamford Seminary and later attended the N.Y. State School of Agriculture at Cobleskill.  Since graduation from college, Mrs. Dayton has taught two years in Cazenovia Junior College, and is now teaching in Miss Beard's School in Orange, N.J.  Mr. Dayton was with the International Business Machines Co., at Endicott until his enlistment in the Army in February, 1940.  After a short honeymoon trip, Lt. Dayton will return to his duties in the Army and Mrs. Dayton to her position in Orange, N.J.  [Bainbridge News & Republican, Sept. 23, 1943]

 

Mr. and Mrs. Frank Fontana, of Livingston Manor [Sullivan Co., NY], announce the engagement of their daughter, Genevieve, to George L. Gecle, of Delhi [Delaware Co., NY].  Miss Fontana is at present employed at Homer Folks Sanitarium, Oneonta [Otsego Co., NY].  No date has been set for the wedding.  [Bainbridge News & Republican, Sept. 23, 1943]

Mr. and Mrs. Marvin A. Morgan, of Delhi [Delaware Co., NY], have announced the engagement of their daughter, Barbara, to James E. Wiley, son of Mr. and Mrs. E.A. Wiley, Schenectady.  They will be married Oct. 9.  [Bainbridge News & Republican, Sept. 23, 1943]

The engagement has been announced of Walter Wehner, of Shandelee [Sullivan Co., NY], and Miss Audrey Conklin, of Willowemoc [Sullivan Co., NY], who is secretary of the Livingston Manor Central School.  [Bainbridge News & Republican, Sept. 23, 1943]

Obituaries (October 18)

DIED:  At Barton, Tioga Co., N.Y., on August 13th, Mr. Samuel Hopkins, aged 77 years and 5 months.  Mr. Hopkins was a native of Rhode Island and a brother of the late Frederick Hopkins Esq., of this town [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY].  He will be remembered by our older citizens as a Clerk of Judge John Noyes of this village, as the Collector and frequent constable of the town of Norwich, and as Under Sheriff of the county and Jailor during the sheriffalty of Col. Wm. Munroe.  About a dozen years ago he removed from his farm in North Norwich to the place of his decease.  Mr. H. had peculiarities of manner and a great fund of wit and social humor which rendered him a genial companion among friends.  His death is the removal of another ancient land mark of our early settlers.  [Chenango Telegraph, Aug. 23, 1865]

Death Relieves the Patient Sufferer and on Tuesday Morning, Feb. 25 [1896], he enters into his Eternal Rest - A Model Citizen, a kind, Loving Father, a true Friend and a Christian Gentleman, has Gone from our Midst. 

Ira E. Sherman

 

Death has taken from our midst a  highly esteemed citizen whose place it will be difficult to fill.  Mr. Ira E. Sherman, whose death it is our sad duty to chronicle, was a man whose purity of character and sterling worth were beyond reproach.  A kindly man, loved and respected by all, he was guided by the true principle of Christianity.  He feared God and kept His commandments.  In his dealing with men he was careful, cautious and prudent, and for the frailties of others he exercised the same charity he would ask for himself.  Always pure minded, no unkind word ever escaped his lips.  He breathed kindness and good will to all.  Although deprived by sad affliction of the comfort and presence of a beloved wife, no family circle had a kinder father, a wiser counselor and truer friend.  To his children he was bound by ties of the most tender love and affection.  To them he has bequeathed a pure and unsullied name, a legacy by the side of which silver and gold compare as mere dross.

 

Mr. Ira E. Sherman was born at Oxford, New Haven Co., Ct., Jan. 12th 1826.  In 1837 his parents moved to Delaware County, N.Y., making their home on the farm now occupied by Harris Gallett.  On this farm most of the life of Mr. Sherman has been spent and during his early years, it was a matter of pride with him to make this farm an attractive and interesting example of what life on the farm should be. 

 

Mr. Sherman was early instrumental with others in organizing an Agricultural society in this section called the Susquehanna Valley Agriculture Society.  This Association was largely instrumental in fostering agricultural development and its annual fairs were, for many years, the principal event of the season.   When the Albany and Susquehanna railroad was first contemplated, Mr. Sherman gave it all possible encouragement and aid.  He was one of the earliest subscribers to its stock, and as Commissioner of the town of Sidney [Delaware Co., NY], turned over a portion of its Bonds to the Company when this aid was of vital necessity to the very life of the enterprise.  Before the completion of the road, he was re-elected a member of the board of Directors, holding the position for some years after the road was leased to the D.&H. Canal Company.  It was during his directorship that the Erie railway, under the Fisk management, sought by force and unfair means to obtain possession of the A.&S. Road, and many exciting scenes are remembered by those who were parties to this conflict in the days gone by.  In 1865 Mr. Sherman was elected a Member of the State Legislature and in 1866 was re-elected by a flattering majority.  During this session he was Chairman of the Committee of railroads and was largely instrumental in obtaining aid from the State to the amount $250,000 in building the A.&S. road.  When our village became incorporated Mr. Sherman was elected as its first President [i.e. mayor].  He filled that office with the ability and fidelity for which he was so well noted and was re-elected.  Few men have taken a more sincere and intelligent interest in the growth and development of Sidney than Mr. Sherman.  It was with a proper feeling of public pride that he witnessed the rapid growth of Sidney, and his wise counsel in municipal affairs, and all matters relating to the public welfare will long be missed in our community.

 

A modest man, never given to the praise of his own work, many failed to appreciated Mr. Sherman's scholarly attainments and true literary worth.  These, apparently, were pearls of great price he loved to show to the circle of his more intimate friends.  The public however greatly appreciated the glimpse afforded in his published work, "Old Time Memories" - a work of intrinsic value.  It is a fine collection of poetical gems, and will long be fondly treasured by the reading public.

 

Mr. Sherman was 69 years, 8 months and 7 days old.  He leaves a widow and three estimable children, Jeanie R., Charles R., and Frederick W. Sherman to mourn his untimely loss.  The sympathy of the entire community goes forth to them in their deep sorrow. The funeral was held at the Congregational church at 2 p.m. Thursday and was largely attended.  Rev. T.A. Carlson selected his text from Jno.l 1,23:  "I am the voice of one crying in the wilderness, make straight the way of the Lord."  It was a fitting and impressive discourse, bearing consolation to the hearts of all.  And thus closes the life chapter of a worthy and exalted citizen who leaves our world better, brighter and purer for having lived in it.  [buried Prospect Hill Cemetery, Sidney, NY]

 
Very Rev. James A. Walsh, pastor of St. John's Roman Catholic Church in Susquehanna [PA], and one of the best known and most outstanding priests in the Scranton Diocese, died at the Barnes Hospital Thursday afternoon.  Long in poor health and under treatment at the Barnes Hospital for some time, following treatment in the Packer Hospital, in Sayre, he was stricken with a heart attack Tuesday and removed to the Barnes  Hospital, where he died as he was being placed under an oxygen tent.  [Bainbridge News & Republican, Sept. 23, 1943]

 

Mrs. Alfred Bagley, of South Pasadena, Calif., died at the home of her sister, Mrs. Mary Thurston, in Walton [Delaware Co., NY], Thursday, Sept. 16.  Mrs. Bagley came east a few days ago to visit her sister.  She made the trip across the continent unaccompanied despite her age of 80 years and arrived in Walton in good spirits and apparently good health.  She had been here but a few days when she suffered a heart attack.   Mrs. Bagley was born in the Town of Hamden [Delaware Co., NY], 80 years ago, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Brainard.  After her marriage to Mr. Bagley they lived in Walton until about 30 years ago when they moved to California.  [Bainbridge News & Republican,  Sept. 23, 1943]

 

Benson W. Roache, of East Bridgewater Township, Susquehanna County [PA], died in the Barnes Memorial Hospital in Susquehanna, Thursday morning.  He was 77 years of age.  Mr. Roache, sustained serious injuries several weeks ago when he fell on upper Court street, Binghamton, as he was crossing the street near the overpass.  His skull was fractured and he fractured a bone near the elbow.  He was treated in the Binghamton City Hospital and later taken to the Barnes Hospital.  [Bainbridge News & Republican, Sept. 23, 1943]

 

Mrs. Caroline Cramer Evans, wife of Edward Evans, died at the family home in Susquehanna [PA] Friday afternoon, Sept. 10.  Mrs. Evans was born in Deposit [Delaware Co., NY] on Aug. 1, 1881, the daughter of the late Mathias Cramer.  Besides her husband she is survived by two sons, two daughters and five sisters.  [Bainbridge News & Republican, Sept. 23, 1943]

Frank Leo Lichfuss, 48, for many years a farmer near Delhi [Delaware Co., NY], died Wednesday night at Bellevue Hospital, New York, as a result of pneumonia, which developed following two major operations performed during the past three weeks.  Surgery had been resorted to in an attempt to remove a blood clot in the brain cavity believed caused by an injury suffered on his farm a year ago.  Mr. Lichfuss suffered a broken neck when he was jounced from the back of a wagon at his farm in the early summer of 1942.  He had been unable to do heavy work since, but until a few weeks ago he appeared to be making a complete recovery.  [Bainbridge News & Republican, Sept. 30, 1943]

Fred S. Walter was killed shortly after noon Friday on his sister's Goodyear Lake farm, near Oneonta [Otsego Co., NY], when he was crushed beneath a pick-up truck which he was loading with wood on a hill west of Route 28.  The 71-year-old man had been assisting with general farm work on the A.S. Lull farm.  Otsego County coroner issued a verdict of accidental death.  Indications were that the brake of the vehicle slipped and the truck rolled down the hill.  Evidently  Mr Walter jumped on the running board to reach the brake and stop the truck. When relatives found the victim, he was crushed beneath the truck which had toppled over his chest.  [Bainbridge News & Republican, Sept. 30, 1943]

After an illness extending over several months, Iddo Skinner, a retired Erie veteran, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Walter Fisk, Oakland, Tuesday afternoon, Sept. 21.  Mr. Skinner was born in Oakland township 89 years ago, and lived there all of his life. He was employed as a hostler by the Erie for 46 years, retiring on a pension.  [Bainbridge News & Republican, Sept. 30, 1943]

Joseph Lukaszewski, aged 16, was drowned last Friday while swimming in the Rondout Creek at Kingston [Ulster Co., NY].  The body was recovered an hour later.  A spectator said he saw the lad jump into the creek, and a few minutes later when he looked again the boy was not to be seen.  he went to the boys' rowboat and found his clothing still in it, but no sign of the youth.  Men were notified and the body recovered by grappling.  [Bainbridge News & Republican, Sept. 23, 1943]

 

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Miscellaneous Itews

Frederick Sexton - Long-Term Subscriber

Chenango Telegraph, August 23, 1865

We were pleased to receive a call last week from our old friend Frederick Sexton of Sherburne [Chenango Co., NY].  He came in to renew his subscription, which he has regularly done every year since the establishment of the Telegraph.  Mr. Sexton was one of the original stock holders of the paper, and has done much since he ceased to have a pecuniary interest as well as before, to sustain it. Though eighty-five years of age and upwards, his step is light and his form unbent, and though his hair is whitening, yet his eye is undimmed, he being able to read without the aid of glasses.  Mr. Sexton has long been in Sherburne and has done much towards developing the resources of that town.  A man of true integrity, and of unblemished reputation, long may he live to gladden his household by his presence and his neighbors by his good deeds.

 

Bainbridge M.E. Church Activities

Chenango Telegraph, August 23, 1865

 

Messrs. Editors: 

I promised to keep you posted in regard to the improvements going on in our village;  it is trying to keep up with the times.

 

The M.E. Society of this village are remodeling their Church at an expense of about $3000.  It is to be built after the plan of the M.E. Church in Gilbertsville.  Mr. William Cooley of Guilford, has taken the contract, and a number of men are at work on the job.  Mr. Cooley is a man of energy, and all who know him, are convinced that he will accomplish what he undertakes.

 

The Society of the Church gave a Pic Nic for the benefit of the Sabbath School children, on Tuesday, the 15th inst.  Although but one day's notice was given, a large concourse assembled at the Church, and repaired to a splendid Grove about four miles below the village, where all enjoyed themselves to their hearts content.  The singing was led by the Melodeon, played by Professor S. Copley of this village.  All who know Mr. Copley, know him to be a young man well versed in music, and a skillful player on the Piano.  Great praise is due him for his willingness to lend a helping hand on all such occasions.  A short, but very interesting address, suited to the occasion, was delivered by Rev. Mr. Smith, preacher in charge.  We are happy to see the interest that parents, teachers, and friends are taking in the cause of Sabbath schools.  It is destined to ride on victorious till it shall conquer the whole world; the children and youth of our land will, ere long, be called to take the places of those who are now at the head of States, and of Churches, and how can we start them on the right track in better a way, than in the Sabbath School!  Success to this glorious institution ordained by man, but blest of God.

 

Lola Read of Greene Celebrates 100th Birthday

Oxford Times, Feb. 13, 1901

 

The reception given at their home on Jackson street [Greene, Chenango Co., NY], Saturday afternoon by Mr. and Mrs. John Ringer Juliand in honor of the one hundredth birthday anniversary of Mrs. Juliand's mother, Mrs. Lola Read, was attended by many friends and was not only a delightful social event but an occasion unprecedented in the village.  Mrs. Read, assisted by Mr. and Mrs. Juliand, received all the guests and was in the best of health and spirits, apparently greatly enjoying her birthday party.  Except that she is deaf, Mrs. Read is in possession of all her faculties and does not look more than eighty-five.  Mrs. Read was the recipient of many handsome and costly gifts, among them a leather case containing one hundred silver dollars of 1901 coinage.  From a friend in New York came a silver mounted cut glass loving-cup designed by Tiffany. The rooms were elaborately decorated with flowers, carnations predominating, and light refreshments were served. 

Olin Howe of Guilford Much Afflicted

Oxford Press, Sept. 6, 1901

Olin W. Howe of Guilford, son of Henry L. Howe of Bainbridge, is a curious example of being pursued by fate--that is, being unfortunate by force of circumstances.  He has been employed on the O.&W. railroad for some time, but a year ago was laid off from a severe attack of diabetes.  Last winter he injured a finger and blood poisoning set in and while nursing that he went out hunting and shot off the finger of his left hand.  On July 23d of this year, he was hurt in a railroad wreck at Parker, or Guilford station, and one leg was amputated below the knee, the other foot being badly bruised and injured.  Notwithstanding all these discouraging experiences Mr. Howe has recovered so far as to be about on crutches and is very brave and hopeful for the future.  He has been very kindly aided by good friends to whom he wishes to extend thanks--Bainbridge Republican

Soldier News continued - 1943

Walter Stapleton & John Beiling on Death List

Bainbridge News & Republican, Sept. 23, 1943

Sullivan County [NY] has two  more names on the fatal list of World War II--Walter Stapleton, 50, of Monticello, and John J. Beiling, 32, of Liberty.  Both died at sea, in service with the Navy, Stapleton of a heart ailment, and Beiling of injuries suffered in line of duty.  Death of the latter was announced in a Navy Department telegram to his father, George Beiling, of Liberty.  He was buried at sea, with Naval honors.

 

Marshall Stoutenburg Japanese POW

Bainbridge News & Republican, Sept. 23, 1943

 

Mr. and Mrs. James Stoutenburg have received a card from their son, Marshall Stoutenburg, signed in his own handwriting, from a Japanese prison camp.

 

Sheridan Spoonhower Killed While on Duty

Bainbridge News & Republican, Sept. 23, 1943

 

Soldier Sheridan Spoonhower, 22, son of Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Spoonhower, fo R.D.3, Susquehanna [PA], whose death in the Army was noted a few days ago, was killed while on duty 80 miles from Camp Beale, Calif.  He was riding at the head of a motor column when the motorcycle he was riding skidded on a curve, hit a pile of rocks and threw him from the vehicle. 

 

Gunnar Wahlberg Promoted

Bainbridge News & Republican, Sept. 30, 1943

 

Gunnar H. Wahlberg, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Wahlberg, of R.D.1, Guilford [Chenango Co., NY], was recently promoted from the rank of 2nd Lt. to that of 1st Lt. in the United States Army Air Corps.  Lt. Wahlberg attended the Delhi State School, Delhi, and has served as an officer at Victorville, Calif., Hobbs, N.M., Roswell, N.M., and Deming Army Air Base, Deming, N.M.

 

Sgt. Carl Wells Rewarded for Heroism

Bainbridge News & Republican, Sept. 30, 1943

 

The Soldiers' Medal for Heroism has been awarded to Sgt. Carl W. Wells, son of Mr. and Mrs. Cleveland Wells, of Greene [Chenango Co., NY], who is now stationed with an armored division in the Mediterranean theatre of war. 

 

While driving in a convoy on a Tunisian road, it is reported, the camouflage net on his tank burst into flames just above the engine compartment, endangering the personnel inside the tank.  The tank was brought to a halt and after many attempts to subdue the flames, Sgt. Wells saw that the fire extinguishers being used could not stop the fire. He then reached with his bare hands into the flaming net, without regard for his own safety, the report said, and threw the net clear of the tank.  By this action he saved the tank from serious damage or possible destruction.  He suffered severe burns on his left hand, forearm and thigh.

 

Sgt. Wells is a nephew of George Wells, of Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY], who was killed in the Spanish American War and for whom the local Spanish American War veterans' post is named.  Sgt. Wells' parents are also former Bainbridge residents.

 

Helen Averell in Washington

Bainbridge News & Republican, Sept. 30, 1943

 

Among the Women Reservists now on duty with the Navy in the Nation's capital is Helen C. Averell, Sp. (S) 3/C, wife of Capt. Herbert Averell, and daughter of Mrs. A.L. Clark, of Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY]

 

As an enlisted woman in the C.S. Naval Reserve, Helen C. Averell is one of several thousands of women who have bee assigned to Washington to serve as direct replacements for Navy men, releasing them to fight at sea with the fleet.  Groups of women in trim blue Navy uniforms are now an established part of the Washington scene and both the city and the Navy have made the newcomers feel at home. 

 

Women Reservists in the Capital have proven their value not only as replacements for men, but as trained Naval personnel doing jobs in their own right; they are fulfilling responsible assignments in every type of Naval work.  All enlisted women on duty here are quartered by the Navy in special barracks where living is comfortable, friendly and typically Navy.  In their liberty hours, they are free to visit the many places of interest around the Capital and to enjoy the social opportunities open to men and women in the armed services.

 

She enlisted in the Navy on March 22, 1943, and received her recruit training at Hunter College.  Before entering the WAVES she was employed as a teacher at the Utica Country Day School, New Hartford; also had a position with the Oneonta Girl Scout Council, Oneonta.  She has been connected for several years with the Girl Scout organization, leader of troops, day camp director in Oneonta for two summers.

 

Myron Carl Enrolled as Aviation Cadet

Bainbridge News & Republican, Aug. 19, 1943

 

Maxwell Field, Ala.--Myron Lyon Carl, son of Mr. and Mrs. Isaac L. Carl, Afton [Chenango Co., NY], is now enrolled as an aviation cadet in the Army Air Forces Pre-Flight School for Pilots at this field, located on the outskirts of Montgomery, the capital of Alabama.  Here the new class of cadets is receiving nine weeks of intensive military, physical and academic training preparatory to beginning their actual flight instruction at one of the many primary flying schools in the Army Air Forces Southeast Training Center.

 

Marriages (October 17)

Fleming - Ives:  The marriage of Miss Ardie Grace Ives to Leigh Bishop Fleming took place Wednesday evening of last week at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Ives.  The ceremony as performed at 8 p.m. under an arch of evergreen from which was suspended a silver horse shoe, Rev. A.C. Salls officiating.  Mrs. Paris Barnes of Norwich played the wedding march.  The bride wore a gown of white nuns veiling, lace and chiffon and carried pink white carnations.  Over fifty guests were present, the wedding gifts included silver china and furniture.  Refreshments were served after congratulations were extended.  Mr. and Mrs. Fleming left soon after for a short trip to Norwich where they were guests of Mr. and Mrs. Paris Barnes and other friends.  Mrs. Fleming has taught in the intermediate Department of the Union School nearly two years, and will finish the year's work on account of the difficulty of obtaining a substitute. 

 

Marriage Notices - Chenango Telegraph & Chronicle 1866

March 28, 1866

MAY - SCOTT:  At Wildey's Hotel, Afton, March 21st, by Rev. B.H. Brown, A.W. May, of Guilford [Chenango Co., NY], to Edna Scott, of Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY].

 

June 27, 1866

AYLESWORTH - DAVIS:  In Afton [Chenango Co., NY], on the 14th inst., by Edgar Garrett, Esq., Seneca Aylesworth and Mary Davis.

 

July 18, 1866

BURCH - YALE:  At the Baptist Church in Yale Settlement, July 7th, by Rev. C.S. Craine, James Burch, to Zeruah Yale, widow of Joel Yale, both of Guilford [Chenango Co., NY]

 

Aug. 15, 1866

HICKS - PRICE:  At the M.E. Parsonage in Guilford, Aug. 1, by the Rev. Wm. Burnside, Mr. Joseph E. Hicks to Miss Emely Price, both of Guilford. NY [Guilford, NY]

 

Everette Herrick Dicharged from Navy - 1944

Everette Herrick Discharged from Navy - 1944

 

Everette Herrick, GM 2/C

 

Everette Herrick, G.M. 2/C, USN, who was honorably discharged from the U.S. Navy at the Naval Hospital, San Diego, Calif, Apr. 14, where he had been a patient for several months, arrived home last week.

 

A veteran of 11 Jap engagements, he enlisted in the Navy in April, 1940, and was a member of the crew of the Pennsylvania when she was attacked at Pearl Harbor.  Everett has many tragic and bitter memories of this fiendish attack--he saw buddies blown to bits and others horribly wounded and burned.  He suffered burns on both feet from hot oil, and was struck by a piece of shrapnel in the right shin.

 

Petty Officer Herrick took part in the Battle of Coral Sea and Midway in the "standby force."  He was a member of the invading forces at Attu and Kiska in the Aleutian Islands, and was in the "standby force" at the Solomon Islands.  he was engaged in the Battles of New Georgia, Rendova, Veru Harbor, Munda, Barokao Harbor, Calmagaro, Vella, Vella-LaVella, and was establishing advance PT bases in Kula Gulf and area at the time he was hospitalized on Aug. 3, 1943.

 

The first hospital in which he was confined was on a small island north of Guadalcanal which was situated 15 feet under ground.  The month that Everette was there, the island underwent 392 air raids by the Japs.  While on his way from the hospital to the mess hall, one day, he sat down under a cocoanut tree and sustained a concussion of the brain when he was struck on the heard by a falling cocoanut, weighing three pounds.  He was moved to a hospital on Guadalcanal, and then to a hospital in New Caledonia the fore part of November.  On Dec. 9 he arrived in the States at the Naval Hospital at Oakland, Calif., an ffrom there was moved to San Diego from which he was discharged.

 

His wife, the former Miss Guy, of Afton, went to San Diego and stayed with him for several weeks before accompanying him home.  HIs condition is good considering the terrible ordeals he's been through.  However, Everette says that he's going to take things easy this Summer or until his health is fully restored.

 





Obituaries (October 17)

Mrs. Phoebe Hubbard, probably the oldest inhabitant of the county [Otsego Co., NY], died at Burlington Flats, Jan. 2d, aged 100 years, 11 months and 4 days.  [Bainbridge Republican, Jan. 25, 1873]

 

Dr. Maynard and wife and the wife of Ira Carington of Lansingville [Tompkins Co., NY], were drowned while crossing the creek at what is known as "Binnacle's Bridge," on Thursday night of last week.  They had been attending the donation of Rev. W.H. Smith, at Hamden, and started to return home at about 11 o'clock in the evening, and it is supposed that on attempting to cross the bridge which was entirely covered with water, they got below it, and the water being swift, they were carried down with the stream.  The bodies of the doctor and his wife were found on Friday, about a mile below the bridge.  [Bainbridge Republican, Jan. 25, 1873]

The body of Mrs. Maynard, one of the victims of the Hamden [Delaware Co., NY] drowning catastrophe, has not been found, though most diligent and persistent search has been made along the river for many miles by sympathizing neighbors and citizens.  A reward of $50 has been offered for tis recovery.  [Bainbridge Republican, Feb. 8, 1873]

Mr. Allen Burlingame of Richfield Springs [Otsego Co., NY] died suddenly on Monday last.  He left his house after dinner and started for his shop as usual.  He stopped at Keller's Hotel and sat down in a chair while talking to a man.  In a few moments it was noticed that he was breathing hard, and Mr. Keller went up to him when he was found to be rapidly sinking.  He was immediately carried to the door, but did not breathe but a few times after getting into the air.  [Bainbridge Republican, Mar. 1, 1873]

Guilford [Chenango Co., NY]:  On the 26th ult. Willie, son of S.P. Davis fell into a boiler of hot water, scalding him in a fearful manner.  He lingered until Wednesday night, March 19th, when he died of his injuries.  [Bainbridge Republican, March 29, 1873]

Death Notices

Bainbridge Republican, Mar. 1, 1873
In Oxford [Chenango Co., NY], on the 15th, Mr. Wallace F. Potter, aged 29 years.  The deceased served his country faithfully for three years during the rebellion, and received an honorable discharge at the end of the war.  He was a corporal in Co. H, of the brave 114th Reg. N.Y.V., and was wounded in his hand at the memorable battle of Cedar Creek, when victory perched on the banner of Phil. Sheridan.

In Oxford [Chenango Co., NY], on the evening of the 21st ult., of consumption, Mrs. Sarah Wells, daughter of Mrs. Samuel Palmer and widow of the late Addison Wells, aged 40 years. 

In Afton [Chenango Co., NY], Feb. 20th, of consumption, Miss Adelia Hyde, youngest daughter of Elijah Hyde, Esq., aged 19 years.

In Preston [Chenango Co., NY], on the 7th ult., Mr. Almon Blackman, aged 67 years.

Bainbridge Republican, March 8, 1873
In Oquago, Broome Co., Feb. 3d, Mr. Henry M. Youmans, aged 49 years, formerly of this town [Bainbridge, Chenango Co., NY]

In Afton [Chenango Co., NY], Feb. 23d, Richard Burlingame, aged 82 years.

In Guilford [Chenango Co., NY], Feb. 22d, Mr. John K. Miner, aged 71 years.

In Greene [Chenango Co., NY], March 2d, after a protracted illness, Mr. Richard Watson, aged 65 years.

In Greene, [Chenango Co., NY], March 2d, Mrs. Margaret Vanostrand, aged 65 years.

Bainbridge School Site Issue Resolution- 1873

Resolution of Issue Regarding School Site

Bainbridge Republican, March 8, 1873

 

Pursuant to a call for a special school meeting, the electros of Dist. No. 11 [Bainbridge, Chenango Co., NY] met in the basement of the Baptist Church on Wednesday night last.  The meeting was called to order by B. Dimmock, President of the Board of Education, after which D.A. Gilbert, Clerk of the Board took the floor and explained the object of the meeting and the terms on which a settlement could be effected with St. Peter's Church, and urged an acceptance by the district of the proposed terms.  Elder Jacobs opposed any settlement which would not include in its terms a complete surrender of the old site by St. Peter's Church to the district.  He said the district had already expended $700 in a suit with that church over a title, and now, when their case was won, or soon would be, he thought it was poor policy to surrender.  But the district did not take that view of the situation, as it will appear by the vote which stood 86 for settlement to 11 opposed.

 

By the terms of the settlement the district surrenders the old site to St. Peter's Church, and is to receive therefor $300 and 2,100 square feet of land adjoining R.W. Akerley's lot on Main Street, or in lieu of the land $50.  The meeting adjourned till Saturday evening the 8th, when it is expected a site will be decided upon and measures taken to insure Bainbridge a school.  The following lots with prices are offered:  Mrs. Chandler Bixby's lot on the west side of Main Street, 1-3/4 acres, 13 rods front, price $2,000; Luman B. Clark's lot on the east side of Main Street, 120 feet front by 100 feet deep, price $1,600; C.B. Evans' lot on East Main Street, 1/2 acre, price $1,300 without buildings; 1 acre on corner of Juliand Street and West Juliand Street, price $400; 1 acre on lands of Clark and Juliand, between H. Scott's lot and the river.  A gift, if the district will pay $60 toward opening a street to it.

B-G Honor Society - 1962

Bainbridge-Guilford Honor Society - 1962

 

 

Members of the Bainbridge-Guilford High School chapter of the National Honor Society pose for picture during initiation ceremony in the school.

 

Seated (Left to Right):  Ruth Herrick, Faye Bliss, Robert Lewis, new member, and Keith Darling, new member;

 

Standing (Left to Right):  Peter Dean, Linda Frewert, Carolyn George, Louise Tompkins, Karen Shawler, Sharon Donahe, Suzanne Green, and Thomas Braccio, faculty adviser.



Marriages (october 16)

A pretty home wedding occurred at the home of Mr. and Mrs. A.C. Pratt Thursday evening at 6 o'clock.  Miss Mellphomene Pratt, by a beautiful ceremony offered by Rev. T.F. Hall, became the wife of Geo. J. Spohn--in the presence of fifty friends and guests, amid rich floral decorations, and the sounds of music furnished by Miss Ida Lawrence.  Handsome evergreens and flowers adorned the parlors, which furnished an attractive environment for the joyous nuptials.  The knot was tied beneath an arch to which hung an emblematic bell of lilies.  The bride was richly dressed in cream white and was assisted by Miss Jeanne Cook.  Don C. Pratt, a nephew of the bride, was best man.  After the ceremony a wedding feast was prepared.  presents were numerous and handsome.

 

Married:  In Bainbridge, June 18th, by Rev. H.W. Lee, Mr. E. Pratt Beach, of New York, to Miss Helen G. Moody, of Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY].  [Chenango Union, July 4, 1868]

 

Married:  PRATT - MINER:  In Sidney Plains, March 10th, 1875, by Rev. J.B. Morse, James Pratt to Miss Ettie Miner, both of Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY]  [Bainbridge Republican, March 13, 1875]

 

Thirty years ago, about now, there appeared in one of the local papers of the Empire State the following:  Married, Aug. 17th, 1853, by the Rev. Jas. M. Edgerton, A.C. Pratt and Miss Mary C. Coonradt, both of Fort Edwards, NY [Washington Co.].  Soon after the event the young couple came to Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY] where they have resided until about eighteen months ago, when they removed to Guilford [Chenango Co., NY].  Last Friday evening a goodly number of their friends gathered at their residence in Guilford to help them call to mind the event of thirty years ago.  The company was jolly and the collation worthy a Major.  It was well served and equally well disposed of.  This important part of the program being over, the Major handed the pastor's fee and wanted to be re-married for another thirty years, but the parson never married for thirty years only; "while ye both do live," and the pair stand thus united today.  Among the presents was an eight day clock, presented by M.V.B. Winsor and wife, E.S. Bradly and wife, E.B. Ryan and wife, K.E. Bunnell and wife, M.D. Spencer and wife, A.R.Brown and wife, R.M. Clark and wife, of the Masonic fraternity.  A hanging lamp presented by Mrs. H. Bentley, Mrs. O. Miner, F.L. Ives and wife, D.L. Bradley and wife, Geo. Miller and wife, Chas. Coe and wife, E. Bromley and wife, Mrs. Lewis Wade, Mrs. A. Ives, and Mrs. Dr. John Clark.  A silver butter dish, H.E. Bunnell and wife; a water pitcher, Mr. Westcott and wife; a silver dollar, Chas. Haynes and wife.  The Maj. made a few remarks, a song was sung, when the Rev. P.R. Tower offered prayer and we dispersed remembering that

"Whether we smile or weep; Time wings his flight;

Days, hours they never creep; Life speeds life light,"

[Bainbridge Republican, Aug. 24, 1883]

 

A quiet marriage occurred at the M.E. Parsonage Tuesday, Oct. 28, when the Rev. J.S. Crompton united Henry Aylesworth and Mrs. Mary Pratt.  The event was quite a surprise to their many friends.  [Afton Enterprise, Nov. 6, 1902]

 



Obituaries (October 16)

Phebe Jane Pratt, wife of Albert Pratt, and only daughter of John and Ann Stevens, died of consumption, September 27, 1848, aged 31 years, 1 month and 23 days.  Sister Pratt was born in the town of Platterkill, Ulster county, N.Y., August 4, 1817, and removed with her parents to Bainbridge, Chenango Co., N.Y., May, 1821, and was converted very powerfully to Almighty God, January, 1846.  She was a good wife, an affectionate mother, a dutiful Christian, and has left to mourn a deep feeling husband, and two little daughters, an aged mother, and a large circle of friends; though not without hope.  Levi Pitts, Harpersville, Oct. 27, 1848.  [Northern Christian Advocate, Auburn, NY, 1848]

 

One year ago, Rolla B. Pratt, brother of Charles D. Pratt, one of the proprietors of "The Bainbridge," enlisted in the army and entered service in the Philippines.  Each month he had caused to be sent, from his pay as a soldier, $10 to his mother here, Mrs. Mary Pratt.  With the check came a voucher which was signed by Mrs. Pratt and returned to the paymaster.  Tuesday morning the government envelope came as usual.  It was opened, the accustomed voucher was there but no check.  Mr Pratt's first thought was that the check was omitted by mistake and was in the act of writing to the department when he noticed written in red ink across the voucher that which read aloud to his mother stated the soldier's estate would be settled upon application and in one corner was "Soldier died July 26, 1902."  This weird announcement of the death of her son from the envelope in which was expected the monthly check was so sudden that it prostrated Mrs. Pratt.  Only a few days previous she had received a letter from him which was full of hope and cheer.  Although he stated that he was in the hospital weakened by bowel difficulty he anticipated release soon.  The deceased was twenty-five years old.  He belonged to the 10th Cavalry and was a member of the band.--Bainbridge Republican, [Chenango Union, Sept. 18, 1902]

 

The news of the death of Mrs. Bessie Comstock Rowe, wife of Prof. E.J. Rowe of Victor, N.Y. [Ontario Co.], and daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William H. Comstock of Smyrna [Chenango Co., NY] was received in Norwich Monday morning.  Mrs. Rowe was a woman of charming personality and had a large circle of friends who sincerely mourn her death and who sympathize with the bereaved husband and parents.  The funeral services were held from the home of her parents at Smyrna on Wednesday.  A number of relatives and friends from Norwich were in attendance.   [Chenango Union, Sept. 18, 1902]

News was received on Wednesday of the death at Midland, Ark., of Mrs. Sara Thorpe Thomas, sister of the late Mrs. Mary Prindle Holmes of this village [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY].  Mrs. Thomas was well known in Norwich where she spent her girlhood and where she had been an occasional visitor since her marriage to  Hon. William S. Thomas and her removal to the west.  [Chenango Union, Sept. 18, 1902]

Afton, Sept. 3:  Leo Pratt, son of Mrs. Walter Baker, of Harpursville [Broome Co., NY], was killed by express train No. 2 this morning about nine o'clock, one mile east of this station.  He was nineteen years of age.  Mr. Pratt was a section hand with the Bainbridge gang, and was working with the Afton gang.  As the train approached the workmen, they all stopped for it to pass.  Just before the train reached Pratt he stepped up near the track, and was hit on the side of the head, and was instantly killed.  The Coroner, Evert Goodsall, was sent for, and the body was taken to the undertaking rooms of A.J. Holmes.  Later the body was taken to the home of his mother.  [Broome Republican, Sept. 8, 1900]

Leo Pratt, son of Mrs. Mary Baker of this place, was killed by express train No. 2, about 9 o'clock Monday morning near Afton Lake [Chenango Co., NY].  Leo had recently secured a position as section hand with Mr. Hastings' gang of Bainbridge and had only worked 20 days on the road when the accident occurred.  He had not been feeling well for two or three days and had been to the doctor's after medicine, but continued working.  The Bainbridge gang was assisting the Afton gang about a mile east of that place.  As the train approached the workmen, Section Foreman Hastings gave them warning and they all stopped for it.  Mr. Hastings spoke to Leo who had a long bar on his shoulder, but he failed to heed his warning and seemed unable to move.  He was standing on the end of a tie and partly turned around as the engine approached.  The pilot struck him on the shoulder, whirled him around and dashed him to the ground.  As he fell his head struck the rail and he was instantly killed.  the remains were brought back to Afton depot and coroner E.A. Goodsall summoned, who decided an inquest was unnecessary.  He directed the body to be taken to the undertaking rooms of A.J. Holmes and prepared for burial.  The body was brought to Harpursville last evening, and the funeral will be from the Nineveh Presbyterian church at 2 o'clock this (Wednesday) afternoon.  Leo was 19 years of age, a sober, industrious and active Christian boy, who had many friends here.  He had always resided in this place.

A very kindly, highly esteemed and aged lady, Mrs. Mary C. Pratt, who had long been a resident of Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY], died on April 22nd [1913], at the home of her daughter, Mrs. A.L. Hodge.  She was born in Troy, N.Y.  on the 14th day of March, 1833, and was married to A.C. Pratt on August 3, 1853.  Coming to Bainbridge on her wedding day she has resided here ever since.  Her husband died a number of years ago.  She was a life-long member of the Methodist Episcopal Church and lived a life which radiated the influence of her Christian faith.  Endowed with a nature filled with geniality and cheerfulness she made her home life attractive and made valued friendships with those who came within the scope of her acquaintance.  She was a woman of fine character.  She was loved by her family who gave her much devotion during her declining years.  She is survived by two sons and two daughters, J .H. Pratt of Bainbridge, D.C. Pratt of Binghamton, Mrs. A.L. Hodge of Bainbridge, and Mrs. George Spohn of Guilford, and also by nine grandchildren.  The funeral was held Thursday afternoon, April 24, being largely attended by relatives and friends.  There was a very large contribution of Flowers. Rev. Frank James officiated.  The male quartet consisting of Messrs. Bentley, Gilbert, Wilcox and Darlin sang.  The interment was in St. Peter's cemetery.

Soldier News continued - 1943

Milton Simonds Joins Seabees

Bainbridge News & Republican, September 2, 1943

Milton R. Simonds, Jr., 18, popular youth of the village [Bainbridge, Chenango Co., NY], and son of Mr. and Mrs. Milton R. Simonds, of West Main street, will leave Saturday for the Seabees.  "Milt" prominent in all school activities, was given the athletic award last year.  This award is given to the boy and girl in the entire high school for outstanding athletic achievements.  He played football, baseball, basketball; and he was a member of the track team, wrestling team, glee club, and town baseball club.  He was a member of the auxiliary firemen's organization; and he served on the committee of the Youth Recreational Program.

 

Italy Surrenders

Bainbridge News & Republican, September 9, 1943

 

 

Frank Lewis Enters Navy

Bainbridge News & Republican, September 9, 1943

 

Frank H. Lewis, son of Mr. and Mrs. Francis M. Lewis, of North Main street [Bainbridge, Chenango Co., NY], entered the U.S. Navy last Saturday and is expected to receive his boot training at Sampson.  Frank graduated from the College of Engineering, Cornell University, last June, and was employed at the Scintilla before his induction into the service.

 

Lt. Warren Barnet Killed in Airplane Accident

Bainbridge News & Republican,  September 16, 1943

 

Lt. Warren Barnet, 21, who was graduated from the intermediate department in the Margaretville High School in 1934, was killed in an Army airplane accident in Missouri last week Tuesday.  There was a military funeral for Lt. Barnet at Margaretville Sunday.  The American legion had charge.  Details of the crash which killed him have not been revealed by the War Department.  He was on a flight from New England to Texas.  Lt. Barnet was married four months ago.  His wife, his parents and his grandparents survive.  He enlisted in the Army Air Forces about one year ago.  His death brings to five the number of Margaretville [Delaware Co., NY] boys killed in the present war.  Four of the deaths came in planes.

 

1st Lt. James Moore Awarded Decoration

Bainbridge News & Republican, September 23, 1943

 

First Lieutenant James M. Moore, of Gilbertsville [Otsego Co., NY], is one of a crew of U.S. fliers who last week were awarded bronze oak leaf cluster "for extraordinary achievement in the Southwest Pacific," according to Lt. Gen. George C. Kenney, commander of Allied Air Forces in that area.

 

Their decorations were for participation in a bombing attack on a Japanese convoy in the Bismarck sea in March. The rest of the formation of heavy bombers missed the rendezvous and the lone heavy bomber made the attack alone, although the lower turret gun was not functioning, and although it was known Japanese planes were in the vicinity. 

 

"A single attack was made on the convoy at an altitude of approximately 8,000 feet," the citation said.  "Intense anti-aircraft fire was encountered from the enemy vessels.  During the bombing run this bomber was attacked by 15 enemy fighter planes.  As a result of this attack, all but the tail guns were disabled, and the aircraft was otherwise badly damaged.  The radio was also damaged, but was repaired in flight and radio contact was effected with their home base, thus enabling the damaged aircraft to be safely landed at its home base.  The courage and exceptional devotion to duty displayed by these crew members on this mission are worthy of the highest commendation."

 

Merton Moore, father of Lieut. Moore, was formerly a resident of Cannonsville [Delaware Co., NY]

 

T/Sgt John Martin Jr. Decorated

Bainbridge News & Republican, September 23, 1943

 

T/Sgt. John J. Martin, Jr., of Walton [Delaware Co., NYH], winner of the Distinguished Flying Cross and bronze Oak Leaf Cluster, the Air Medal with Oak Leaf Cluster, and the Purple Heart for wounds received at Pearl Harbor, as well as the Army good conduct medal, and the Asiatic-Pacific theatre ribbon, is home from the Southwest Pacific on his first furlough in many months.  Sgt. Martin, son of Mr. and Mrs. John J. Martin, of Walton, who took part in more than 100 bombing missions, is believed to have seen more action than any other Walton man in the service, and much of that action came as first radio man and gunner on a Flying Fortress in the Solomons.

 

Sgt. Martin enlisted in the Army in March, 1939, in his senior year at Walton High School.  Vaguely he smelled gun powder.  That, perhaps, was inherent.  His father marched out with an Oneonta detachment for foreign service in World War I.

 

 

 

Llewellyn Hubbard Honored at Manlius

Bainbridge Youth Honored at Manlius

December 1935

 

 

Here's a view of Bainbridge's [Chenango Co., NY] bid for an All-American football star.  He's Llewellyn C. Hubbard, nephew of William E. Hubbard of this village, star halfback on the 1938 football team at The Manlius School.  Young Hubbard played in all of his team's games to win the coveted Manlius "M" and the school now announces that he has been awarded the Manlius Athletic Merit Medal for outstanding effort on the gridiron.  The 1938 Manlius team won seven and lost one, losing only to the Cornell Frosh, 7-6.  Among teams defeated were the Freshman elevens of Colgate, Hobart and Alfred and Cook Academy's Varsity team.



BCHS Class of 1940 - Part 4

Bainbridge Central High School Class of 1940

Senior Portraits

"Echo" 1940

 

 

Mildred Kingsley

 

"Mike" is known by her shy grin

That forces us to smile

Her friendly nature, winning ways

Are really worth the while.

 

Guy Leonard

 

If you've enjoyed our little book

And liked it a little bit

We'll be proud to present to you

The earnest 'guy' that did it!

 

Margaret Mertz

 

From work our 'Mag' has never shied

She does it every day

We take for example the dialect

She learned for the Senior Play

 

James Monahan

 

This tall and blond good-looking boy

Was never one to spoon

But now we all are wondering

Who burst his safe cocoon.

 

Junior Monroe

 

We call him 'Sis' just to annoy

For speaks for itself does his fame

There's nothing soft about this boy

His list of achievements are long as his name

 

Harold Mulwane

 

To tell the truth we're envious

Of your 'Economics' standing

Your marks nearly always hit the top

While ours aren't finished landing



Obituaries (October 15)

A most fitting and beautiful Memorial service was held last Sunday afternoon when friends and loved ones filled the Afton Presbyterian Church [Chenango Co., NY] to overflowing to pay their last respect to Lt. Burnard L. Page, son of Mr. and Mrs. Erford Page, who gave his life for his country, November  11, 1944, while flying a Superfortress over Nanking, China.  The Memorial service was sponsored by Clifford Homes Post of the American Legion of Afton.  The church altar was banked with a profusion of floral offerings testifying to the love and esteem for one who gave his all on the altar of sacrifice for his country.  A picture of Lieut. Page in uniform was placed among the flowers.  Members of Clifford Holmes Post, the Legion Auxiliary and about 60 veterans of World War II attended in a body.  Standing out among the numbers of the afternoon's program was the Tribute of Honor from the Legion Auxiliary most beautifully given by Mrs. Whit Y. MacHugh.  It follows: 

"As representative of Clifford Holmes Unit No. 923 of the American legion Auxiliary, I am greatly privileged to pay tribute with them to the heroic conduct and glorious memory of Lieut. Burnard Lewis Page, pilot in the U.S. Army Air Forces.  The membership of the American legion Auxiliary is composed of the mothers, sisters and wives of the men of the American Legion.  I proudly bring this tribute for these women, whose sons and daughters were playmates, the classmates, the companions, the friends and the comrades of this heroic young soldier.  Only a brief time--a few days ago, he lived, worked, played, loved and then went into battle with our children.  He was loved, honored, respected by them, by their families and by the entire community.  With all it swiftness, it awfulness and overpowering disaster came the war. Quickly in its wake was heard the great command of duty for God and Country.  Burnard with his continued loyalty to the folk among whom he lived and to his God and his country responded to the call.  Choosing the Air Service he became a pilot on a Superfortress in which great ship he answered the call of the "Great Commander of Armies."  On November 11th, 1944 over Nanking China, he entered into 'His Eternal and His Everlasting Glory.'  We of the American legion Auxiliary would honor our loved friend and our sons' comrade who has been summoned to a world of peace.  None of us owned this life that has gone.  It came and filled us with happiness for awhile. Then he left us to go into the 'bright blue yonder,' left us here and went on along.  He was loved here.  Love is a kindly service and grief its accolade.  Now we would pay him tribute:  What better act of veneration could we bestow upon that boy whom we have honored, than by a high resolve to so live, that when our final summons comes, we shall have accomplished at least one thing, however small, that will make this world better for having lived in it.  Burnard will always be remembered by the world for the great sacrifice he made for us and for his country.  He will live on in our hearts because we knew him to be a man.  That is the challenge to each of us--He left us the duty of carrying to this ultimate goal the final battles for peace and that liberty shall endure.  Walk proudly in his memory by cherishing the ideals for which he fought so gallantly and died so courageously."

"He who hath given his life

He is immortal,

He strove to win the heights

But death opened the portal."

 

"In his short span of life,

Glory has crowned him.

Eternal, glorious youth

Forever around him."

 

"We who have loved him so,

Will always remember him

As sunny June

Not black December"

 

"Great manly, boyish heart,

That gave so gladly,

We would not mar you joy

By weeping sadly."

 

"Courage you had to go--

Can we have less courage

To work, to wait

And to do our best?"

 

Burnard--

"When God's great reveille

Shall call us too

May each of us

Be found worthy of you.

His soul to him who gave it rose;

God lead it to its long repose

its glorious rest.

And though this Warrior's sun

Has set, It's light shall linger around us yet--

Bright, radiant, blest--forever blest"

 

Chaplain Lynn L. Loomis gave the tribute from the Legion and Rev. Webb spoke briefly.  Special solo numbers were given by Mrs. Robert Parker, who is guest at the home of her brother-in-law and wife, Mr. and Mrs. Malcolm Parker.

 

George W. Lockwood, whose death occurred Thursday morning, November 29, was born February 27, 1881 at Rock Rift, N.Y., the son of Alexander and Martha Palmer Lockwood.  His home was made for some time near Masonville, N.Y. [Delaware Co., NY] from where he moved to Nineveh [Broome Co., NY] in 1900.  On May 26, 1904 he was united in marriage with Miss Emma M. Johnson.  From the union there were four children:  Raymond, of Afton, Harold F. Lockwood, whose death occurred in 1927; Mrs. George Hansen and Mrs. Jason Hansen, both of Nineveh Junction.  Funeral services, directed by Tabor Funeral Home were conducted from the Nineveh Presbyterian Church Sunday afternoon, December 2nd with Rev. Clifford E. Webb officiating.  Burial was at Nineveh.  His death is mourned by a host of friends and those bound to him by ties of family relationship.  We remember his fine amiability and integrity of character and deeply regret the necessity of his passing.  His many friends extend deepest sympathy to the bereaved.  [died 1945]

 

Anna Stone, wife of Irving McNitt, passed away on the afternoon of March 28, 1944, at her home in Arkport [Steuben Co., NY].  Mrs. McNitt has been an invalid for the past twenty-four years, and has been critically ill for the last few months.  Mrs. McNitt was born in the town of Oxford [Chenango Co., NY] on the Stone Homestead in the east part of the town on September 9, 1877, the daughter of Charles M. and Ada Stone.  She was graduated from Oxford Academy, class of 1895, after which she taught school for a few years, later taking an art course at Cazenovia Seminary.  On October 16, 1901, she was married to Irving McNitt.  Mr. and Mrs. McNitt made their home in Oxford until about five years ago when they moved to Arkport.  Mrs. McNitt was a member of the Oxford Baptist church and was a fine Christian woman, always active in church work as long as her health permitted.  She is survived by her husband and a daughter Ada McNitt Cornue, of Arkport.  Funeral services will be held at the Seymour Funeral Home Friday afternoon, March 31, at 2 o'clock, Rev. F.L. Anderson officiating. Burial will be made in Riverview cemetery [Oxford, NY]. 

 



 



Soldier News continued - 1943

Chester Dodd & William Beardsley Wounded in Action

Bainbridge News & Republican, August 26, 1943

Two area men have been wounded in action on widely separated war fronts, according to advices just received by their parents.  They are:  Corp. Chester O. Dodd, son of Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Dodd, Windsor [Broome Co., NY], R.D.2, listed as wounded in action in the Southwest Pacific sector.  First Class Private William C. Beardsley, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ray Beardsley, Harpursville [Broome Co., NY], R.D.1, wounded in action in North Africa.

 

Clarence Meehan Missing in Action

Bainbridge News & Republican, August 26, 1943

 

Word has been received from the War Department by Mrs. Pauline Meehan, of Delhi [Delaware Co., NY], that her husband, Chief Petty Officer Clarence P. Meehan, gunners mate on the gunboat Plymouth, is missing in action.  Mr. Meehan's ship, the former Vanderbilt yacht, was sunk off the North Carolina coast, Aug. 5, by an underwater explosion.

 

John Edwards is Japanese POW

Bainbridge News & Republican, August 26, 1943

 

Mrs. Mary C. Edwards received a card, Saturday, Aug. 14, from the Japanese Imperial Army, stating that her son, Pvt. John Edwards, was being held as a prisoner of war in the Philippines.  It also states that he is uninjured and in fair condition.  Pvt. Edwards was inducted into the Army in March, 1941, and he left for overseas duty Oct. 24, 1941, at Nichols Field in the Philippines.  Mrs. Edwards had previously received word from the Red Cross that her son had been captured but had heard no further word form him until the card came. 

 

Leonard Cone Injured in Africa

Bainbridge News & Republican, September 2, 1943

 

When Mrs. Cecile Cone, of 152 Ninth street, Leominster, Mass., looked at a picture published in the Worcester Telegram of Aug. 11 showing wounded American soldiers being ferried from Sicily to North Africa, she recognized her husband among the casualties.  Today the identification was confirmed by a letter from her husband, P.F.C. Leonard G. Cone, writing from a North African hospital where he is recovering.  The picture is the same in which Miss Harriet Badjo, of 58 Austin street, Worcester, identified her fiancé, Sergt. Robert Herzog, 23, of Washington Heights.  It was an enlargement made from a newsreel shown at Loew's Poli Theatre, Worcester, and removed from the reel by Manager Harold H. Maloney in order to give Miss Badjo a chance to identify her fiancé, whom she was certain she saw when the reel was shown on the screen.  Private Cone and Cecile Guilmette, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Guilmette, were married at Ayer on Sept. 27, 1941.  They have a daughter 17 months old.  The child was four months old the last time the father saw his family.  P.F.C. Cone is the son of Mrs. Ida m. Cone, of Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY].  He has been in the service six years including three years in Hawaii.

 

Letter from Tony Plosky

Bainbridge News & Republican, August 26, 1943

 

Somewhere in the Pacific

July 22, 1943

Dear Editor:

I am safe and feeling fine.  Your papers seem to arrive at the most opportune times.  With all the excitement of the last few weeks--I only wish I could tell you--I have not had much time to think of anything else but war, then your papers come with news of home and my mind has a few minutes rest from this mess.  I am sure that the other fellows from  home who have been in combat or who are still in combat will agree with me that your paper means more to us than  just letters from home--yes it means a great deal to us boys out here in the Pacific.

 

People back home would laugh to see us when we get a letter--we first read the body of the letter over fast, then slowly, studying every word.  We then look at the date and return address.  Next we take the envelope and shake it and look inside to see if there might not be more.  Then we look a while at the address, the American stamp, and the local postmark beside the stamp.

 

These men do not like to exaggerate their trials.  In fact do not like to talk about them.  One can not help but that the enemy made a careful study of our psychology and ways of thinking and living, and used this knowledge against us in this campaign.  Most of us consider night as a time for rest and sleep, but very little have we gotten in the past few weeks.  We all thought we had had it tough for the past 10 months--but our past few weeks none of us will ever forget as long as we live.  The experiences we went through and this incredible strain lasted not one or two days or nights but persisted for some time.

 

Boy it sure will be a wonderful feeling to come in under the Golden Gate after being away for so long--but I am going to try and stick this thing out to the finish.  We have high hopes of coming home for Christmas to rest up, if we don't there will be a lot of disappointed men, including myself.  We were here in the Pacific last Christmas.

 

I sure was surprised to hear about Alice joining the WINGS.  I hear from her often and I am glad that she likes it.  I also received a letter from Capt. Ben Dodge.  I am sure we are close to each other, but haven't had any luck seeing him yet.

 

Give my best regards to every body and thanks  a lot for sending me the News.

Regards,

Tony

A. Plosky, C.P.O.

 

 

Marriages (October 14)

Seward - Leigh:  Miss Orna Leigh, of Walton [Delaware Co., NY], and Frederick Seward, of Franklin [Delaware Co., NY], were married at the Methodist parsonage in Sidney Center, Saturday morning, by the Rev. A. James Hall.  [Bainbridge News & Republican, August 12, 1943]

 

Announcements have been received by Margaretville [Delaware Co., NY] friends of the marriage of Miss Marjorie Conner to Sgt. Dana F. Wells, of Fort Lauderdale, Fla.  Sgt. Wells is an instructor at Camp Boca Ratone.  Mrs. Wells will return to Margaretville in the fall and resume her duties as music teacher in the Margaretville Central Schools, says the News.  [Bainbridge News & Republican, Aug. 12, 1943]

 

Miss Margaret Frances Reed, daughter of Dr. S.W. Reed, of Margaretville [Delaware Co., NY], became the bride of Pvt. John Bacon Dryden, son of Charles Dryden, of Ainsworth, Iowa, at the Presbyterian Church of Margaretville, Aug. 2.  The Rev. Charles Theal, pastor of the church, performed the ceremony.  [Bainbridge News & Republican, Aug. 12, 1943]

 

In a ceremony in St. Paul's Episcopal Church at Franklin, Sunday, Miss Charlotte C. Law became the bride of P.F.C. William J. Batterson, son of Mr. and Mrs. A.J. Batterson.  The Rev. A. H. Lindsay, D.D., officiated.  [Bainbridge News & Republican, Aug. 12, 1943]

 

The engagement of Miss Viola Frear, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Frear, of Unadilla [Otsego Co., NY], and Dr. S.P. Dansky, of Stamford [Delaware Co., NY], has been announced.  Miss Frear is well known as a teacher at Stamford for 15 years, before going to Elmira where she taught last year.  She is a graduate of Unadilla High School, Oneonta and Albany State Colleges. Dr. Dansky is a graduate of Cornell University.  [Bainbridge News & Republican, Aug. 5, 1943]

 

Miss Dorothy Cuyle, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Cuyle, of Masonville [Delaware Co., NY], became the bride of Stanton K. Ward, of Sidney [Delaware Co., NY], Sunday afternoon.  They were united in marriage by the Rev. Roy T. Henwood, pastor of the Sidney Methodist Church, at the home of the bride's uncle, Merle Cuyle, in Sidney.  [Bainbridge News & Republican, Aug. 12, 1943]

 

Marriage Notices, Bainbridge Republican, 1873

 

Jan. 18, 1873

In this village [Bainbridge, Chenango Co., NY], Jan. 9th, by Rev. W.B. Thomas, Mr. B.D. Wood, and Miss Emma L. Daniel.

 

Also by the same at the same time, Mr. Ransom J. Wood, and Miss Nettie M. Case, all of Afton [Chenango Co., NY]

 

Jan. 25, 1873

On the 16th inst., by Rev. S.S. Lewis, Mr. John H. Hatton, of Guilford [Chenango Co., NY], to Miss Margaret A. Wilsey, of Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY].

 

Also by the same on the 21st inst. Mr. Czar Prince, of Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY], and Miss Sylvana Bennett, daughter of Israel Bennett, Esq., of Guilford [Chenango Co., NY].

 

Feb. 15, 1873

At the Baptist Parsonage in Greene [Chenango Co., NY] Feb. 5th, by Rev. J.H. Sage, Mr. Hial Hodge, to Miss Ursula Horton, both of Coventry [Chenango Co., NY].

 

In Greene, on the 6th, by Rev. J.H. Sage, Mr. Joseph G. Brown of McDonough [Chenango Co., NY], to Miss Ada Morse of Greene [Chenango Co., NY].

Obituaries (October 14)

 Norwich [Chenango Co., NY] lost another prominent citizen, suddenly, on Friday last, Col. Wm. B. Pellett, Cashier of the Bank of Chenango, fell from his chair while at dinner at the Eagle Hotel and died in about five minutes.  His age was about 67 years, and for more than thirty-five years he had been connected with the Bank of Chenango.  [Bainbridge Republican, Jan. 18, 1873]

About 2 o'clock Monday morning, Cyrus Dimmick, aged some 21 years, son of Francis E. Dimmock, Esq., of Smyrna [Chenango Co., NY], died suddenly under the following circumstances:  Near 7 o'clock the previous evening, feeling somewhat indisposed and being nervous and restless, he took a dose of Hydrate of Chloral and retired for the night.  Between 11 and 12 his father went to his room and found his son unconscious in a deep stupor, and stertorous breathing apparently in a dying condition  Medical assistance was promptly called but to no purpose, and he died as above stated.  he was not only an only son, but an only child and is spoken of as possessing excellent talent, and many noble qualities of head and heart--Chenango Union  [Bainbridge Republican, Feb. 8, 1873]

On Saturday at about eleven o'clock, Henry Nightingale, of McDonough [Chenango Co., NY]  went out to a barn near his house to do his chores.  Not coming home , late in the forenoon his family sent out to see that the matter was, when he was found insensible, his extremities considerably frozen.  He was at once removed to the house and died in a few moments.  He was about 75 years of age, and it is supposed he had a fit which incapacitated him from returning to the house.  He had resided in McDonough for many years and enjoyed the confidence ad respect of all who knew him.  [Bainbridge Republican, Feb. 8, 1873]

 

The death of Mary A. Elwood, the mother of Attorney Vincent N. Elwood, of Hancock, occurred at Andes [Delaware Co., NY] on July 23, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Addison Liddle, where she had made her home for the past eight years.  She was born April 24, 1854, and her age was 89 years, two months and 29 days.  Burial was in Paige Cemetery at Downsville [Delaware Co., NY].  [Bainbridge News & Republican, Aug. 5, 1943]

 

George Waters, about 70, retired Ontario & Western Railroad man, died of shock Sunday night, following a fall into Chenango Lake, near Norwich [Chenango Co., NY].  The fall was caused by the giving away of an old wooden pier upon which Mr. Waters was standing.  It was reported that Mr. Waters had been under treatment for some time for a heart ailment, and it is believed this ailment coupled with shock, was the cause of death.  [Bainbridge News & Republican, Aug. 12, 1943]

 

Edward Cantwell, 46, died suddenly at his home in Margaretville [Delaware Co., NY], Saturday morning of heart trouble from which he had suffered for some time.  When Mrs. Cantwell got up that morning he told her he would remain in bed for a little time, then get up and go overtown for groceries.  When he did not come down after the morning was partly over, Mrs. Cantwell went to his room and found he had passed away.  [Bainbridge News & Republican, Aug. 12, 1943]

 

Nelson B. Tompkins, 54, who was born in Margaretville [Delaware Co., NY], but had passed most of his life in Walton and Delhi [Delaware Co., NY].  died at the Meridale creamery in Delhi, Monday from a heart attack.  He had been in the creamery business for his entire life.  [Bainbridge News & Republican, Aug. 12, 1943]

 

Death Notices, Antimasonic Telegraph, Norwich, NY - 1834

 July 16, 1834

In this village [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY], on Thursday last, William son of Mr. Hiram Weller, aged 10 months and 10 days.

In Preston [Chenango Co., NY], on Saturday last, after a short illness, Mrs. Polly Childs, aged 49 years.

In Richford, Tioga co., [NY] on the 7th inst. after an illness of 5 months, which terminated in consumption, Harmon, son of Mr. Amzi Norton, in the 22d year of his age.  The deceased was a young man of the first respectability, and bid fair to become a useful member of society, and an honest and upright citizen. Throughout a long illness he patiently endured his sufferings, with an apparent willingness to rest his cause with his God.