Copley - Freiot
Chenango Semi-Weekly Telegraph, February 1, 1879
The marriage of Dr. H.D. Copley to Miss Lina E. Freiot, was the grandest affair of the kind that has transpired in this village [Bainbridge, Chenango Co., NY] for a number of years. They were married in the Episcopal Church by the Rev. Mr. Egbert. The interior of the church was beautifully and tastefully decorated with evergreens, ferns and flowers, arranged by the classmates and associates of the bride. There was also a neat and graceful arch, which stood immediately in front of the altar rail, covered with running pine or myrtle, with here and there a bunch of white flowers twined along up the sides, and forming a kind of marriage bell of calla lilies at the top. Beneath this loveliness and fragrance stood the happy couple, while their two hearts beat in mutual response. Long before the appointed hour (3 o'clock) for the ceremony to take place had arrived, the church was filled to overflowing, and crowds stood in the aisles and vestibules eagerly awaiting for a glimpse of the bridal party About twenty minutes after the appointed time (for wedding parties are proverbially behind hand) word was sent the clergyman and organist that the bridal party was at the door. The organist immediately struck up "Mendelsohn's Grand Wedding March" with an execution surprisingly fine and creditable to herself. While the concourse of sweet and harmonious sounds were filling the handsomely decorated edifice, the large doors were thrown open and the nuptial party entered, preceded by the ushers, gracefully gliding up the center aisle and ascending the steps of the outer to the rail of the inner chancel where the clergyman in his priestly robes stood ready to receive them. The tones of the organ were instantly dropped to a subdued--reverberating and almost inaudible sweetness, while the surpassingly beautiful marriage service of the Episcopal Church was read in the most impressive manner by the Rev. Mr. Egbert, Rector of the parish. In less time almost than it takes to write it, two souls were launched as one on the sea of matrimony. The bridal party then turned from the altar, and as gracefully, and far more smilingly (for they seemed to be relieved of a heavy burden) departed from the church as they had entered, amid the peering eyes of an immense multitude. The bridal party consisted of the bride, groom, bridesmaid, Miss Ada Beverly, the grooms "best man ," Mr. Duncan Copley, brother of the groom, the bride's mother, and her great uncle Mr. Windsor, of Guilford. The bride was elegantly and tastefully dressing in a rich garnet silk en traine, made and trimmed after the most approved and fashionable style of the day. The long and handsome bridal veil was fastened with a wreath of orange blossoms, and completely encompassed her graceful form. The groom looked handsomer than usual and was dressed in plain black broad cloth. The rest of the party were arrayed in a most becoming style to correspond with the bride and groom. As the newly married couple were to leave for New York City on the 8 o'clock train that evening, they could only receive the congratulations of a few of their numerous friends at a Reception given at the residence of Esquire Windsor, immediately after the ceremony. When they took their departure a great many old shoes were thrown after them, and many good wishes of a long, happy and prosperous life for them filled the hearts of their young friends left behind.
On Wednesday evening of last week, Dr. Heman D. Copley, of Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY] was married to Miss Lina E. Freiot, of the same place. The ceremony was performed at St. Peter's Church, by the Rev. J.L. Egbert. The church was handsomely decorated, presenting a holiday appearance. The bride was elegantly dressed, and was the recipient of many compliments. Dr. Copley was warmly congratulated on his good fortune. Miss Emma Juliand presided at the organ, and rendered some choice selections of music. Mr. Duncan Copley acted as groomsman, and Miss Ada Beverly as bridesmaid. The ushers were Mr. J.L. sill, and Mr. David H. Van Horne. The bride was given in marriage by her mother, Mrs. Nellie Freiot. The ceremony was deeply impressive. At its conclusion a party of invited guests repaired to the home of the bride, where the newly married couple received the hearty congratulations of numerous friends and relatives. The bridal party left on the evening train for New York, and are followed by the best wishes of a host of friends. [Chenango Union, January 30, 1879]
McEligot - Pinaid
Bianbridge News & Republican, July 18, 1946
The wedding of Lt. Robert C. McEligot, formerly of Sidney [Delaware Co., NY], and Miss Nanette Pinaid, of Nice, France, took place June 1 in Notre Dame Church in France. They expect to sail for the U.S. in July. The groom is a son of Mr. and Mrs. Michael McEligot, of Sidney, Mr. McEligot being a former O.&W.R.R. station agent in Guilford.
Dixson - Waldron
Bainbridge News & Republican, July 18, 1946
Mrs. Edith Waldron, of Sidney [Delaware Co., NY], announces the engagement of her daughter, Elizabeth, to Donald W. Dixson, son of Mr. and Mrs. Clayton Dixson, of Mt. Upton [Chenango Co., NY].
Hall - Peters
Bainbridge News & Republican, July 18, 1946
Mr. and Mrs. Kingston Peters announce the engagement of their daughter, Edith Ilean, to Donald L. Hall, 2nd Lt. U.S.M.C.R., son of Mr. and Mrs. W.A. Hall, of Hancock [Delaware Co., NY]. Both Miss Peters and Mr. Hall are graduates of the Hancock Central School. Edith attended the Eastman Dental Dispensary in Rochester, where she graduated in the class of 1944 as a Dental Hygienist. She is now employed at Dr. J.T. Ivory's office in Binghamton. Donald was at Cornell in the V-12 program and then attended Brown University, Providence, R.I. He graduated from Brown in February, 1946, receiving his Bachelor of Science degree in Naval Science. After receiving his commission in the Marine Corps, he was at Parris Island, N.C., and is now at Quantico, Va. Plans are being made for the wedding the latter part of August./
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