Visit to North Norwich - 1884

Visit to North Norwich, Chenango Co., NY

Chenango Union, January 31, 1884

Mr. Editor:  With your permission we would like to occupy a small amount of space, not that we wish to intrude or be conspicuous, but simply place ourselves on a level with our esteemed local correspondents, and ask in a good-natured way a few favors.

 

Would say, to commence, that we reside in a remote corner of the town, yet we sometimes take a ride over the hills and enjoy the bracing air of these wintry days on our way to the village of North Norwich.  We have been amused lately in reading the locals from that section, and thought it would pay to drive over and see what our friends were about.

 

As we arrived at the brink of the hill overlooking the valley, a change came over us.  Having prepared our mind for the worst from previous impressions made by reading locals, we were surprised to see how quiet and pleasant the valley of the Chenango seemed to be.  What a splendid place to locate the county buildings!  It seemed to be a desirable place to live, upon a good road, with excellent railroad facilities, and a pleasant drive to the more prosperous towns on either side.  This, we could see, was purely an agricultural valley.  Before us the village, where the county court was held, alternate with Oxford, from 1806 to 1809; and tradition says the county seat would have been located here had the liberality of one of its citizens been equal to those of Norwich.  This was the home of General Obediah German, a Member of Congress from this district, whose broad acres are now owned by many different individuals, and his descendants are unknown  The Hunt farm, now owned by D.F. Bissell, is located on the east side of the river upon which was once a hotel and distillery, and also the mills now owned by L.E. Carpenter.  A glance takes us to the farm of Abram PerLee, a soldier of 1812, now owned by his son, Isaac B., whose fine Holstein cattle look well.  Next, the farm of Edmund G. PerLee, once a Member of Assembly from his county, now owned by M.D. Firman, who has added much to its looks by way of repairs.

 

Down the river is the farm of Samuel Titus, one of the pioneers, who is upwards of ninety years of age.  A little beyond is the Bockee farm, now owned by Lorenzo Reynolds, and still further down is the Smith Titus farm, owned by his son, Captain Platt.  In the distance is Plasterville.  The first settlement was made in 1794 by Joseph Lathrop and A. Mead.  The mills once owned by Theodore Miller, are located here, and owned by George Brown, who does a lively business.  To the north we see the Dan farm, owned by J.W. Sturges, where the first cost of 250 acres was $25.  Next, the farm of Samuel Bentley, settled by Ebenezer Hartwell.  He married Rachael Mead in 1795--the first marriage in town.  Still farther we see Sherburne Four Corners.  Here the Western Oracle, by Abraham Romeyn, was published in 1803.  This was the first paper published in Chenango county--a single octave sheet, containing a few advertisements and a little news, relating to our affairs with France.  It was discontinued in 1808.  Thus we note from a distance, some of our early settlers.

 

On our way to the village we passed one of the most beautiful cemeteries seen in a country town. It shows public spirit.  At the grocery once kept by Richard Gorton we found Charles S. Brookins ready to wait upon customers in the same line.  We missed PerLee Shaw, and found Deloss Fowlston, a merchant from Norwich, had arrived.  He comes in advance of the county buildings, in order to obtain a good location.  The village, they expect, will move in the spring.  L.M. Wheeler was very busy.  At the hotel we partook of a good dinner, and enjoyed the music very much. We called at the postoffice and found things in order, and also an efficient clerk. After getting Garre Tanner to set a shoe, we started for home, with a determination to come back and buy a farm, if we could "buzz" the editors and get them to use their scissors freely, or prevail upon the "locals" to "shorten up," and not give everything and everybody away. 

 

Moral:  If you have no items that people can read, and at the same tie appreciate, don't write; and much more, waste time counting fingers.  It is bad enough for people to be afflicted, without having the "local" tell of it.

 

East Hill, Jan. 4, 1884

 

 

 



Obituaries (June 13)

Julia L. Haight

Utica Saturday Globe, January 13, 1906

Julia L. Haight

Norwich (Chenango Co., NY]:  Julia L. Haight passed away at her home on Mitchell street on Friday morning last after an illness that brought intense suffering which she bore with patient resignation.  She was born in Oneonta [Otsego Co. NY] October 25, 1889, but had spent all but two years of her life in Norwich, where she held a warm place in the affections of many friends, especially among the young people.  Her father, Marvin Haight, died when she was an infant, her mother, now Mrs. George A. Sisson, surviving as does also one sister, Ruth B. Haight.  She is also survived by her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Hannis, her stepfather, George A. Sisson, and a half-sister, Sadie M. Sisson, all residents of Norwich.  Her funeral was largely attended by relatives from Oneonta, Binghamton, Delanson, North Norwich, Cortland, New Berlin, Schenectady, Sherburne, Oxford and Rockwell's Mills, making in company with the many Norwich friends a large assemblage of mourners.  The services were held at her late home at 2 o'clock on Sunday afternoon, Rev. Wilson Treible officiating.  three beautiful hymns were sung by Lewis Burnside.  The bearers were members of the Railroad Y.M.C.A.  The floral offerings were beautiful and abundant. Tenderly the remains were borne to Mount Hope Cemetery [Norwich, NY] and laid to rest.

 

Hon. John Brisbin

Bainbridge Republican, February 13, 1880

John Brisbin, a prominent official of the D.L.&W. Railroad, died at his residence in Newark, N.J. of dropsy on Tuesday, Feb. 4th, aged sixty-one years.  He was born in Sherburne [Chenango Co., NY], this county, in 1818, and when a young man went West for a time, then returned to Pennsylvania, where he acted as paymaster for a canal company, taught school to support himself while studying law, was sent to Congress, became assistant counsel for the D.L.&W.R.R. Co., afterward superintendent and then president, which office he held about seven years, and then resigned to fill the duties of counsel.  During the building of the D.L.&W. road through this valley. Mr Brisban was present, and became generally acquainted with the citizens of his native county.  Brisbin [Chenango Co., NY], formerly East Greene, was named after him soon after the railroad commenced operations--Oxford Times.

 

Kate McCarthy

Bainbridge Republican, February 13, 1880

Miss Kate McCarthy, daughter of Chas. McCarthy, of Binghamton [Broome Co., NY], while in depression of spirits, induced from a term of illness, wandered from home last week Wednesday night and was found frozen to death in the ice of the Susquehanna river the following morning.  She ws twenty-two years of age.

Binghamton Press, February 11, 1880

The account, published in Thursday morning's Republican, of the mysterious disappearance of Miss Kate McCarthy, daughter of Charles McCarthy, a young lady about 23 years of age, from her home on Varick street and the subsequent search for her, has a sad sequel.  The unfortunate young lady was found dead on the ice in the Chenango river about nine o'clock yesterday morning.  Miss McCarthy had been ill about two months with a fever, brought on by a severe cold.  The disease affected her brain, so that within the past few days she had acted strangely.  On Wednesday she appeared more excited than upon any previous day, walking the floor and giving evidences of great depression of spirits.  In the afternoon she put on her shawl and hat and announced her intention of paying a visit to her sister, Mrs. David Kelley, in the Fifth ward.  Attempts were made to dissuade her from going, but to no avail.  She started toward her sister's and went directly there.  A lad followed her most of the distance, but as she did not show any disposition to wander from the way, and had announced her intention to remain at Mrs. Kelley's over night, no anxiety was felt as to her safety.  About six o'clock she determined to return home, whither she was accompanied by Mr. Kelley.  When they arrived there, Mrs. McCarthy was out to a neighbor's house, but a younger sister was at home, in whose care Mr. Kelley left the unfortunate young lady, and departed.  Shortly after he was gone Kate again donned her hat and shawl, saying that she was going to the residence of a lady friend, Mrs. Turner, on Susquehanna street, and would return in a few minutes.  As she went out of the door she said to the younger sister, "Maggie, if mother comes before I get back, don't tell her I have returned form over the river, as I don't want her to know that I have gone out again."  After an hour had elapsed and she did not return, the sister went after her, and discovered that she had not been to Mrs. Turner's. Search was instituted, in which a number of friends joined.  No trace of the missing girl was discovered, however, during the night, and apprehensions were entertained.  When morning came it was learned that she had been seen on Stuyvesant street about eight o'clock the previous evening, and later on Court street, going in the direction of the Chenango river bridge.  About nine o'clock Mr. Kelley, who, in company with others, was searching along the river, discovered the missing girl on the ice of the west side of the Chenango river, near its junction with the Susquehanna.  The body was partly on the ice and partly in the water about ten feet from the shore, frozen fast.  Tracks indicated that she had started directly out from the shore, and had broken through where she was found.  Her clothing had caught on the ice and prevented entire submersion of the body. The body was removed to the unfortunate woman's home, and the Coroner was notified.  He began an inquest by empaneling the following jury:  A.C. Matthews, foreman, John Hanrahan, E.W. Brigham, J.H. Donely, C.E. Burgett and Patrick Crow.

 

Funeral of Miss Kate McCarthy

The funeral of Miss Kate McCarthy was held at St. Patrick's church Friday afternoon.  The sad manner in which the death of this young lady occurred gave peculiar interest to the services.  The body was borne in a hearse from  her late residence on Varick street, followed by a long line of carriages.  The pall bearers were Edward Dundon, Thomas Garvey, Eli Scott, Michael Welch, Simon McCarthy and Thomas Cochlan.  A large number of relatives and friends were present at the church.  Rev. Father Quinn officiated, and after the usual funeral rites made a touching and eloquent address concerning the many virtues of the deceased, whom, he said, he had known from infancy. The remains were deposited in the Catholic cemetery.

 

John Smith

Bainbridge Republican, November 28, 1879

The "original" John Smith died at Afton [Chenango Co., NY] Nov. 25th.  this old veteran of the war of 1812 was familiarly known hereabouts as "Bung-eye Smith," and used to often visit Bainbridge to indulge in a little frolic.  He was 92 years of age at his death, but had been quite lively and active up to within a short time.  He was his own worst enemy, and was a glorious example for lovers of the ardent to point at in combatting the virtues of temperance.



 

Betsey (Lyon) Knapp

Chenango Union, January 31, 1884

 

KNAPP:  In Guilford, Jan. 27th, Mrs. Betsey Knapp, widow of George Knapp, aged 81 years.

 



Mrs. Betsey Knapp, widow of the late George Knapp, and mother of David H. Knapp, Esq., of this village, died at the residence of her son-in-law, John A Clark, in Guilford [Chenango Co., NY], on Sunday last, aged eighty-one years.  Deceased was born in the south part of the town of Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], and was a daughter of Capt. Thomas Lyon, for whom Lyon Brook was named, and who was killed in the war of 1812, at the battle of Little York.  Before her marriage she taught school for several terms in a little building which stood on West Main street, in this village and was afterwards removed to a lot north of Mrs. W.B. Guernsey's residence, where it remained for some years.  January 1, 1828,she married George Knapp and in the spring of 1836 removed with her husband to Guilford, upon the farm where she lived and died.  Mr. Knapp died nearly six years ago, since which time her health gradually failed, and for upwards of a year previous to her death her mind was clouded.  She was the mother of nine children--five sons and four daughters--who survive her.  She was a life-long,consistent member of the Presbyterian church, a kind neighbor and a true friend.  The funeral on Tuesday was largely attended, many of the older residents of the town being present, and the remains were interred in the family lot in Norwich cemetery.

Death Notices

Chenango Union, January 31, 1884

 

CAHOON:  In this village [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY], Jan. 28th, Mr Stephen Cahoon, aged 81 years.

TURNER:  In Oxford [Chenango Co., NY], Jan. 27th, Mr. Joseph Turner, aged 46 years.

BARNES:  In Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY], Jan. 15th, Miss Carrie A. Barnes, aged 22 years. formerly of Norwich [Chenango Co., NY[.

JOHNSTON:  In Afton [Chenango Co., NY], Jan. 22d, Miss Susan Johnston, aged 82 years.

BREED:  In Minneapolis, Minn., Jan. 14th, Josephine M., wife of George D. Breed, aged 35 years.

FRENCH:  In Decatur, Id., Jan. 23d, Mr. Sumner R. French, aged 32 years, formerly of Sherburne [Chenango Co., NY].

SPENCER:  In Providence, R.I., Jan. 26th, Mrs. E.H. Spencer, aged 45 years, daughter of Albert S. Tanner, of Norwich [Chenango Co., NY].

Cannon Explosioin, Bainbridge, NY 1829

Explosion in Bainbridge

Antimasonic Telegraph, July 1, 1829

 

An accident of a serious nature occurred in the village of Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY], in this county, on the first inst. the particulars of which, we learn by a letter to the editors of the Norwich Journal, who have favored us with a perusal, are as follows:  The inhabitants were discharging a field piece, preparatory to the celebration on the 4th; and in forcing down a cartridge without the necessary precaution of properly cleansing the cannon after a previous discharge, it exploded.  Dr. Wm. Knapp, Jr., and Mr. Elisha Sharpe lost each an arm, and a third person was dangerously wounded by the explosion.  Amputation was necessary in the cases of the two first named gentlemen.  The letter adds, "we are happy to learn they are doing well."

 

Catskill NY Reporter

July 1829

 

Dr. William Knapp and a Mr. Sharpe each  lost an arm, at Bainbridge, Chenango co. on the 1st inst. by an explosion, while ramming down the cartridge in a cannon. It has been fired three times, and sufficient care had not been taken in swabbing it.  A Mr. Reece was dangerously wounded in the abdomen, by a splinter from the ramrod.  It was a new cannon, which they were trying previous to its use on the 4th.  The Oxford Republican says that but a moment before the explosion, Dr. Knapp placed himself in front of the cannon with the ramrod against his breast, and in this position attempted to force down the cartridge, which went hard, when his little son took him by the skirt of his coat and pulled him away; thus was his life providentially saved although he parted with a limb.

Marriages (June 12)

Adams - Williams

Utica Saturday Globe, January 6, 1906

 

 

LaVern and Nellie (Williams) Adams

Norwich [Chenango Co., NY]:  The marriage of LaVern Adams, of Albany, formerly of this village [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY^], and Miss Nellie Williams occurred December 28, Rev. John F. Hart officiating.  The maid of honor was Miss Nettie Olmstead and Merritt Williams acted as best man.  The ceremony at the rectory was followed by a reception and wedding supper at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Williams, on Grove avenue, and the happy couple left for their home in Albany, where the groom holds a lucrative position with the New York Central Railroad. They have the best wishes of many friends.

Obituaries (June 12)

Bertie L. Graves

Utica Saturday Globe, January 13, 1906

 

 

Bertie L. Graves

Norwich [Chenango Co., NY]:  Bertie L. Graves, a New York, Ontario & Western brakeman, received injuries at the New Berlin station on Thursday of last week which resulted in his death the following day. A freight car was being placed on the siding next to the depot, and Mr. Graves was climbing to the top of the car to set the brakes when his head came in contact with the slanting depot roof, which was but a few inches above the car roof.  He was struck on the right temple and fell unconscious to the depot platform, striking on his back.  By the fall his skull was fractured at the base.  The remains were brought to his late residence here on Coombs avenue.  Mr. Graves was the son of Arnold Graves, of New Berlin, and though but 29 years old had seen nine years of service in the United States Army--three years each in the infantry, cavalry and artillery.  He rose to the rank of corporal.  He was with the famous Ninth Regiment in Cuba and the Philippines and returned unscathed from the scenes of war and bloodshed only to find the peaceful pursuit of railroad life more perilous than bullets and bolos.  He had been employed on the railroad only four months.  May 13, 1902 deceased married Miss Mabelle E Burlingame, of East Norwich, who survives him, as do also his father, two sisters, Mrs. Howard Briggs, of Norwich, and Mrs. Albert Salisbury, of East Quarter, and one brother, Edward Graves, of Norwich.  The funeral was largely attended on Monday afternoon at 1 o'clock, Rev. Wilson Treible officiating. The bearers were Duvollo Curnalia, William Curnalia, William Lewis, Neil Lewis, William Allen and Otis Ward.  There were beautiful floral tributes from his railroad associates, from the employees of Walter Foster, and from neighbors and friends. The body was placed in Mount Hope receiving vault awaiting burial.

 

Rhoda C. Albro

Chenango Semi-Weekly Telegraph, January 6, 1883

The painful announcement of the death of Mrs. S.H. Albro, preceptress of our academy, was made by telegraphic dispatch this Friday morning.  Her death occurred in New York on Thursday evening.  About a week ago she went there with her husband to be operated upon for the removal of a tumor from which she has been patiently suffering for some time.  The hopes of our entire community went with her, but it seems she was unequal to the task, and the operation hastened instead of delaying her final dissolution.  Her remains will be brought to this village this evening, and her funeral will probably be held from her husband's residence on Sunday. We are compelled to postpone further notice, and in the meantime our entire community will join in the sympathy with her husband and relatives in the last sad rites to a most estimable lady, who, in her comparatively short residence in our village, by her many virtues has commended herself to all who have made her acquaintance.

 

Chenango Semi-Weekly Telegraph, January 10, 1883 

 DIED:  In New York on the 4th inst., Rhoda C., wife of S.H. Albro, of this village [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY], aged 41 years.  We made the sad announcement in our last of the death of Mrs. Albro, which occurred in New York on the Thursday evening previous.  Her remains were brought here on Saturday evening, and were received by a large concourse of our people, who had gathered at the depot in love and sympathy to lighten the burden of the stricken ones, and show the respect in which the deceased was held by all, and when they had joined in solemn procession to the home of Mr. A., each went their  way with sorrowing heart.  Mrs. Albro was born in Foster, Rhode Island, and after her marriage with Mr. A. engaged with him in their chosen life work of teaching. They came to this village in 1877 from Forrestville, Chautauqua Co., where they had successfully taught for some years. Being placed at the head of our schools here, both set themselves about their work with earnest endeavor, and the enthusiasm Mrs. A. displayed was marked by all conversant with her performance of the duties entrusted to her.  Her attention to the interest of the children under her charge and her fine social qualities at once gave her a high standing in our community and endeared her to the hearts of parents and pupils alike.  Her genial disposition, and pleasant manner in every department of duty gave its performance rather the air of pleasure than the labor of a chosen occupation.  She was and had been also for many years a consistent member of the Baptist church, as in her daily life he exemplified her love for the precepts and teachings of the Master.  She was eminently a Christian woman, and as such performed her daily work.  Her illness came gradually upon her, but developed with fearful rapidity, and when at last the journey to New York was entered upon in the hopes of finding permanent relief, the best wishes and prayers of our community followed her.  The realization of the worst fears fell like a thunderbolt, and when the last sad rite had been performed all felt that thyme had lost a friend.  We have no room or desire to enlarge or add to the heartfelt tributes of the scholars and teachers, upon the occasion of her funeral, but give them entire.  So beautifully and tenderly are they expressed, that any words of ours can not add but would rather detract from their force.

The Funeral

The funeral was held on Monday afternoon at the Baptist church.  A large number of pupils of the public schools, and other citizens assembled at the residence of Prof. Albro at one o'clock and marched with the remains, which were borne into the church by the bearers, Messrs. CW. Lanpher, D. Holmes, T.D. Miller, John F. Hubbard, John Mitchell and M. Conway. The body was encased in a magnificent casket of black broad cloth mounted in silver.  The display of flowers was profuse and in fact some of the pieces excelled any ever seen in this village.  A beautiful cross in white camellias and marechalniel roses, standing upon a base of roses and carnations, with a spotless white dove with out stretched wings, perched upon the top, was given by the teachers.  An elegant keystone, with the word "Hope," in roses immortelles and fine flowers, was from Prof. Brown and wife, of Oxford, One magnificent pillow--a bed of roses--was sent by friend in Binghamton, and another, equally as choice, came form friends in this village.  On the platform were seated Revs. H.A. Delano, I.T. Walker, Dr. Taylor, L.C. Hayes, and G.S. Ricker.  The services were of the greatest solemnity, and beautifully impressive.  The opening selection, "Jesus, Lover of My Soul," was rendered in a most pathetic manner by the male quartette of the choir, after which Rev. L.C. Hayes offered a devout and fervent prayer.  Following this was reading of passages of the scriptures by Rev. I.T. Walker; on concluding, a beautiful selection was sung by the choir, whose trembling voices did not conceal the painful emotions of their hearts.  Rev. H.A. Delano then spoke for several minutes on the universal love and esteem in which this estimable lady was held by all who knew her, and especially by the teachers and pupils.  His volume of thought was characteristically beautiful of the reverend gentleman, as sentence after sentence flowed like silver ripples, from his lips, picturing so beautifully the many true virtues of the departed companion and mother.  In a most excellent comparison, the life duties both in the school room and in the household were brought out, showing how faithful and earnest was the life of this Christian lady.  Her school work was done.  The faithful and efficient teacher had closed her labors and entered the heavenly portals to kneel as a pupil at the feet of the Great Tutor, "Peaceful be her rest."  "Enter thou into the joy of thy lord."  Following the touching words of Mr. Delano, beautiful tributes from the teachers and scholars were read by Revs. Walker and Taylor, after which Dr. Taylor offered a most eloquent prayer and supplication for the consolation of the bereaved husband and the motherless daughter, a prayer for the protection and comfort in which every heart in that vast congregation went out in unison with the tear drops that trickled down the sea of faces. After the prayer Mrs. Dr. Brooks sang that truly beautiful selection, "Beyond the Smiling and the Weeping," in a most impressive manner.  The sight was a sad and unusual one, to see those bereaved and loving teachers and scholars clustered around the cold and silent remains of their beloved associate and instructress, and no less demonstrative was the love for their friend and the sacred tie that bound them, then at the close of the ceremonies, when they wended their way from the church following the grief-stricken family.  The funeral cortege was a long one, the teachers and students of the several schools in the village following the procession of carriages to the cemetery, where the last sad rites were performed.  Below we append the loving tributes of the teachers and pupils, read during the obsequies.

From The Pupils

"He giveth His beloved sleep"

To our loved teacher has come the perfect rest which is given only to faithful toilers in the Master's vineyard.  How tirelessly, patiently she daily wrought for Him, none so well as we, her pupils knew; nor will we soon forget the gentleness and love that ceased not when the evening task was ended, but followed us in the streets and to our homes; that strove with earthly wisdom to impart the Heavenly love which should fit us for the real life of the world beyond.  Tears we shed today for our loss, tears of sympathy for you, whose loss is greater than ours; but no tears for her whose life school is now "dismissed."  Remembering her teaching of faith and hope, we will look beyond the sadness to the glad time when we, too, may "enter into rest" and sitting with her at the feet of the Great Teacher, learn from Him that these life lessons which seem so hard, are given because His infinite wisdom and love knew what was best.

From The Teachers

We come today to pay affection's last tribute to one who, though sleeping in death, will ever live in the hallowed chambers of our memory.  We come not with formal resolutions but with the words of our hearts. The words are those common to all people. The expressions are trite, but what we say we feel.  We knew there was working with us a noble Christian woman; we did not know the period of her labors was to be marked by five brief years.  Always cheerful, always amiable, sympathetic, always thoughtful for others was Mrs. Albro. The trials and sorrows, the difficulties and discouragements that come so thickly to all in our profession were her lot also. She taught us patience by her patience.  She taught us to attempt cheerfulness and unselfishness by her own cheerfulness and self denial.  Her hands held up the hands of all the weary ones among us, both teachers and scholars. If ever a selfish thought found birth in her heart no sign of it appeared. In all these things we were her pupils rather than her sister teacher.  We never came into her presence without feeling the charm of her cheerful smile, her sweet voice and the clasp of her outstretched hand. We know not all the possibilities of the kernel of wheat until it fall into the ground and die.  We know not al the fruits of the kernel until the reaper is through with his gathering. To us her life and character were of the kindest and sweetest.  The multitude of proofs of her goodness are our treasures. We would make them yours, but cannot in our poor words.  "Amiable, she won all; intelligent, she charmed all; fervent, she loved all, and dead, she saddens all."  We parted for our summer holidays.  After her rest by the sea we hoped to see her happy face with us again in school.  We shall look for it now as she shall be resting in a land where there is no restless sea.  With our Principal and with Allie, the ones who suffer as we cannot, we sympathize as deeply as those who have never known such sorrow.  We know that no words of ours can lighten their loads; that "their share of thirst and murmuring\ and moans and cries unsatisfied we cannot own."  "It is the old, old-fashion death!  But thank God, all who see it, for that older fashion yet of immortality."

"Shed not for her, the bitter tear,

Nor give the heart to vain regret;

'Tis but the casket that sparkles here,

The gen that filled it sparkles yet."

 

 

Death Notices

Chenango Union, February 11, 1892

 

COOK:  In this village [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY], February 15, 1892, Walter A. Cook, aged 65 years.

 

EAGAN:  In this village [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY], February 11, 1892, Mrs. Mary Eagan, of Earlville [Madison Co., NY]

 

PRESTON:  In East Pharsalia [Chenango Co., NY], February 7, 1892, Mrs. George Preston.

 

WILBUR:  In South New Berlin [Chenango Co., NY], February 10, 1892, Miss Jane Wilbur.

 

WELLS:  In Guilford [Chenango Co., NY], February 11, 1892, George Wells, aged about 50 years.

 

FRANKLIN:  In East Pharsalia [Chenango Co., NY], February 11, 1892, Moses H. Franklkin, aged 57 years.

 

WADE:  In Guilford [Chenango Co., NY] February 11, 1892, Chauncey Wade, aged 60 years, father of Mrs. Edward A. Lally, of this village.

 

MURPHY:  In Sherburne [Chenango Co., NY] February 9, 1892, Mrs. Patrick Murphy, formerly of Hamilton [Madison Co., NY]

 

CHAPMAN:  At the Rome Asylum, February 11, 1892, Diantha Chapman, formerly of this place [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY].

 

ADAMS:  In Avon, Illinois, January 26, 1892, Mrs. Chloe Dimmick, widow of the late Lorenzo Adams, formerly of Plymouth [Chenango Co., NY].

 

 

 

 

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Marriages (June 11)

Wilson - Olmstead

Utica Saturday Globe, January 6, 1906

 

Mr. Lewis C. and Nettie (Olmstead) Wilson

 

Norwich [Chenango Co., NY]:  At St. Paul's rectory on Wednesday morning, Lewis C. Wilson and Miss Nettie Olmstead were united in marriage by Rev. John F. Hart. The bride is a daughter of Mrs. Mary Olmstead, of Grove avenue, and the groom is a son of Mr. and Mrs. Warren Wilson and is a machinist at the O.&W. shops. Both are highly respected and popular young people.  After a week's wedding trip they will reside with the bride's mother at 16 Grove avenue.

 

Gunther - Fishee

Miss Doris Fishee of Johnson City [Broome Co., NY] became the bride of Frederick Gunther formerly of this place now of Binghamton [Broome Co., NY] on Saturday afternoon at 8 p.m. at the St. James Chapel, Johnson City. The wedding dinner was served at 3:30 p.m. at the Hotel Bennett.  Mr. and Mrs. Frederick Gunther will reside in their newly furnished home on Conklin Avenue, Binghamton.  Congratulations! [February 1939]

 

Dr. & Mrs. Prince Danforth

Dr. Prince Danforth and his bride, who have been on an extended trip through the South following their marriage New Year's Day, which was solemnized in St. Luke's Episcopal Church in Rochester, have returned.  Dr. Danforth is associated with his brother, Dr. Elliot Danforth, in Sidney [Delaware Co., NY].  The couple will reside in Unadilla [Otsego Co., NY], where they have a suite in the J.H. Bedell home in that village.  Mrs. Danforth is the former Miss Mary Banks, daughter of Dr. and Mrs. John Banks, of Rochester, and Dr. Danforth is the son of Dr. and Mrs. Edward Danforth, of this village [Bainbridge, Chenango Co., NY].

 

Marriage Notices - 1876

 

CARRINGTON - HALSTED:  In Guilford [Chenango Co., NY], August 9th, at the residence of the bride's father (Rev. T.P. Halsted) by Rev. J.G. Eckerman, P.E., Clifton E. Carrington, Esq., of Afton [Chenango Co., NY], to Miss Nellie C. Halsted, of Guilford.

 

ROOD - CUMBER:  In Greene, August 8th, 1876, by Rev. W.H. Gavitt, Mr. Newton M. Rood, of Greene [Chenango Co., NY], to Miss Sarah Cumber, of Smithville [Chenango Co., NY].

 

PARKS - NILES:  In Greene, August 4th, 1876, by Rev. W.H. Gavill, Mr. Isaac D. Parks of Smithville [Chenango Co., NY], to Miss Maria L. Niles, of Greene [Chenango Co., NY].

Bainbridge High School, Class of 1951 - Part 2

Bainbridge Central High School - Class of 1951

Senior Portraits

"Echo" 1951

 

 

Marie Elder

Class Treasurer

 

Roger Fletcher

 

Helen Foldy

 

Dick Gerg

 

Dick Hoyt

 

Dorothy Jones



Obituaries (June 11)

John H. Watts

Utica Saturday Globe, January 6, 1906

 

 

John H. Watts

Norwich [Chenango Co., NY]:  John H. Watts died at the home of his mother on Hayes street on Saturday morning of last week, aged 26 years.  He was taken ill about nine weeks ago with typhoid fever.  Deceased was born in Norwich and had spent most of his life here.  In September, 1901, he enlisted for three years and became a private in Company H, First New York Infantry.  The following December he sailed with his regiment for Manila, having formerly been stationed at Fort Slocum, near New York.  While in the Philippines the regiment was stationed at Samar and was not involved in any important engagements.  In April, 1903, the regiment returned to the United States and was quartered at Fort Wayne, Detroit, Mich., until the expiration of the term of enlistment of the deceased.  He was unmarried.  By his genial nature he had won many friends who deeply regret his early death.  The funeral was held form the family residence on Hayes street Tuesday morning at 10 o'clock, Rev. John L. Ray officiating.  The bearers were John Scott, Earl Youngs, Claiborn S. Close, Floyd Roberts, W.G. Brant. The remains were placed in Mount Hope receiving vault awaiting burial.  Deceased is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles H. Watts, his grandmother and by one brother, Harry Watts, all of whom make their home in Norwich.

 

William Cartledge

1815 - 1895

DIED:  Mar 7, 1895, William Cartledge, aged 79 years, 10 months.  The funeral was held at the home of his son-in-law, W.C.Gibson, on Bixby street [Bainbridge, Chenango Co., NY], Saturday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock.  The deceased was born in Nottingham, Eng., and came to this country in the year 1848.  He settled on what is now known as Dingman Hill, and resided there until about three years ago, when he was stricken with paralysis from which he never fully recovered.  Having to give up the cares of the farm, he moved to this village.  Mr. Cartledge was a veteran of the late war.  H.M. Beecher Post, of which he was a member, attended his funeral in a body, taking charge of the services at the grave at Woodlawn cemetery.  He was an earnest Christian and a member of the Methodist church.  His pastor, Rev. T.F. Hall, conducted the services at the house.  The deceased leaves a wife and six children, all residents of this town (excepting one, T.W. Cartledge, who resides at Winona, Minn.) who mourn the loss of a loving husband and father.

Bessie Amelia Humphrey Toby

1860 - 1939

Born on October 17, 1860, Bessie Toby, was the daughter of Hiram R. and Esther Humphrey, nee Ives.  After her school days she taught school in Bainbridge until January 31, 1884, when she married John C. Toby.  A daughter, Esther, was born while the young couple were living on what is now the Lewis Higler farm.  Later they moved to Bainbridge.  Mr. Toby died Nov. 23, 1924.  One year ago last October, Mrs. Toby injured her hip in Norwich and since that time had suffered with arthritis, she was confined to her bed for one week before her death.  For 58 years a member of the First Presbyterian church of Bainbridge, Mrs. Toby was also active in civic and club affairs and was a member of the Women's club.  The funeral was held from the Presbyterian church Saturday, January 21st, at 2 p.m.  the Rev. G.H. Orvis officiating. The pall bearers were Dr. R. Johnson, Henry Hill, Leon Winston, Fred Neidlinger, L.A. Gridley and Dow Campbell.  Colwell brothers were in charge of arrangements.  Mrs. Toby is survived by her daughter, Esther, one brother, Hubert Humphrey, of Binghamton, and two nephews. [Buried Greenlawn Cemetery, Bainbridge, NY]

Burt B. Hyde

1865 - 1939

Burt B. Hyde, 73, died Thursday afternoon at his store on Main street in Afton [Chenango Co., NY].  He is survived by a son, Neil D. Hyde, of Chicago, Ill, and by three grandchildren, Benton, Jean and Ann Hyde, all of Chicago.  He was a member of the Afton Lodge, F. and A.M., Vallonia Chapter, Norwich Commandery, Kalurah Shrine, and the O.E.S. of Afton.  Mr. Hyde was a druggist in Afton for many years, was president of the First National Bank of Afton and served two terms as postmaster.  The funeral was held at 2:30 o'clock Sunday afternoon at his home.  The Rev. Lester Huxtable of Endicott officiated.  Masonic service was held at the home Sunday afternoon. Burial was in Glenwood Cemetery [Afton, NY].

Josephine Richards Secor

1853 - 1939

Mrs. Josephine Richards Secor, age 86, died Wednesday, Feb. 8 at the Soldier's Home in Oxford [Chenango Co., NY], where she had resided for the past 11 years.  She was born Mar. 30, 1853 at Brackett Lake [Chenango Co., NY] and spent her entire life in the Bainbridge vicinity.  The funeral was held Saturday afternoon at the Colwell's Funeral Parlors, the Rev. Underwood officiating.  She is survived by a son, James Secor of East Guilford and a brother, Frank Richards of Bainbridge.

Howard Allen Shapley

1880 - 1939

Norwich [Chenango Co., NY]:  Howard Allen Shapley of 6 Barnes Street, Norwich railroad man, died of pneumonia about noon today at the Chenango  Memorial Hospital.  Born in the Town of Oxford [Chenango Co., NY], Nov. 18, 1880, he had been employed for the past 33 years on the Ontario & Western Railroad as trainman and conductor.  He was a member of the Railway Conductors division of the Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen and a charter member of the Loyal Order of Moose. The survivors are the widow, Katherine Bertha Shapley; two children, Norma Jean and Richard Allen Shapley, and one brother Joseph N. Shapley of Binghamton.  The funeral will be held from the Breese Funeral Home Saturday afternoon at 1:30, with the Rev. George B. Callender, pastor of the North Broad Street Methodist Church, officiating.  Burial will be in Mt. Hope Cemetery [Norwich, NY].

William H. Davis

1860 - 1939

DAVIS:  William H. Davis, 79 years old, died Saturday morning at his home in Afton [Chenango Co., NY].  The funeral will be held at 2 o'clock this afternoon at the E.F. Tabor Funeral Home, Afton.  The Rev. C.E. Webb will officiate. Burial will be in Bennettsville [Chenango Co., NY].

Ardele Sweet

1863 - 1939

Mrs. Ardele Sweet, 76, died at the home of Mrs. Lute Sweet in Norwich [Chenango Co., NY] Sunday, Feb. 12, shortly after 6 o'clock.  The funeral was held Wednesday, Feb. 15, at 2 o'clock from Colwell's Funeral Chapel, the Rev. G.N. Underwood reading the service.  Burial was in Greenlawn Cemetery [Bainbridge, Chenango Co., NY].  Surviving Mrs. Sweet are her two daughters, Mrs. Orville Jones of Bainbridge and Mrs. Ella Cornell of Endicott.

Anton Pfeil

1859-1939

Anton Pfeil, 79, died at his home in Oxford [Chenango Co., NY], Sunday, Feb. 12.  Mr. Pfeil, a retired dairy farmer, was born in Adleshofen, Germany, but had lived in this country for 50 years.  He was the husband of the late Susanna Pfeil.  the funeral was held Tuesday, Feb. 14, at 1:30 p.m. from Colwell's Funeral Chapel, the Rev. J.W. Bump reading the service.  Burial was in the Yaleville Cemetery [Guilford, Chenango Co., NY].  Surviving Mr. Pfeil are two sisters, Mrs. Lewis Higler of Bainbridge and Mrs. Elizabeth Gardner of Norwich; a son, Henry Pfeil of Guilford, and a daughter, Mrs. Elizabeth Schapley of Oxford.

Bainbridge, NY in Review 1917

Bainbridge in Review

 

Items from Bainbridge Republican of September 13, 1917

Chenango County, New York

 

Sergeant Edwin L. Collins who has been stationed at Fort Benjamin Harrison, Ind., is home for a short time awaiting orders.

 

The Misses Erma Corbin and Carrie Chesebro recently entertained a number of their friends, it being their 12th birthday and coming on the same day.  Among those present were Louise Barton Arminta Andrews, Mildred Chesebro, Mildred Petley, Aline Elliot, Elizabeth Finch, Adah Loomis, Lydia Collins, Florence Greene, Verna Colvin, Carrie Chesebro and Erma Colvin.

 

Mr. and Mrs. Jesse L. Anderson and F. Anderson, of Port Dickinson [Broome Co., NY], stopped in Bainbridge last Friday.  They were returning from Haines Falls in the Catskills where they recovered their automobile stolen from in front of the Moore-Overton Hospital in Binghamton some five weeks ago. The two men who were guilty of the theft have been captured and are in the Binghamton jail.

 

Fred MacFarland who has been a valued employee of the Casein Company for the past 15 years has severed his connection with that concern and purchased the Campbell meat market in the Clark Block on South Main street and has taken possession.  Mr. MacFarland will keep u the fine services of the firm and with popular and courteous young men working together, will run a fine up-to-date market.  Call and inspect the market under the new management.

 

Ray Lowry, of Bainbridge, stationed with the Co. L. 37th Infantry at Laredo, Texas, has been made sergeant and sent with his company to Camp Custard, Battle Creek, Michigan.  Mrs. Lowry left Monday to join him at Battle Creek and will remain with him for some time.

 

Over 90 churches throughout Chenango and Otsego Counties will participate on the next two Sundays of September in the most extensive temperance observance ever held in these counties if not in the entire state.  The occasion will be the annual field day conducted by the State Anti-Saloon League which this year will be extended to cover every section of the two adjoining counties on two consecutive Sundays, instead of reaching single localities on various dates, throughout the year.

 

Rev. W.A. Miller, pastor of the Methodist Episcopal Church of Oxford [Chenango Co., NY] resigned his pastorate and will become a missionary in Africa.  Rev. and Mrs. Miller and child will sail for Africa, Sept. 15.  After the completion of the sea voyage and a long railway journey into the interior of the Dark Continent there is still a journey of some hundred miles which must be done on foot.  Porters will carry all household goods and supplies.  Rev. and Mrs. Miller have many friends who wish them abundant success in their new field of labor. The pulpit of the Methodist church will be supplied by the Rev. Charles H. Sackett, of Bainbridge.

Election of Officers, George Rider Hook & Ladder, 1906

Officers Elected

Who Will Govern the George Rider Hook and Ladder Company for 1906

Utica Saturday Globe, January 6, 1906

 

 

Ezra  H. Cook

 

Norwich [Chenango Co., NY]:  The annual meeting of George Rider Hook and Ladder company, No. 1, was held in their rooms in the Municipal Building Wednesday evening, and officers for the ensuing year were elected as follows: 

President, Charles E. Barnes

Vice President:  Henry Hall

Secretary: Frank E. Skinner

Treasurer:  Charles C. McNitt

Foreman:  Ezra H. Cook

First Assistant, Henry Hall

Second Assistant:  Fred Johnson

Fourth Assistant:  Elvin Cook

Trustee:  John Nelson

 

After the election of officers a supper was served under the direction of a committee of members, during which speeches were made by several of the invited guests, including Editor E.S. Moore, S.A. Jones, J.J. Bixby, E.L. Nash, Recorder Mallory and others.

Obituaries (June 10)

Genie (Cady) Sanford

Utica Saturday Globe, January 20, 1906



Mrs. Genie (Cady) Sanford

 



Norwich [Chenango Co., NY]:  Genie C., wife of Henry C. Sanford, died at her home on Gold street at an early hour Monday morning, aged 52.  Death was due to hemorrhage.  Mrs. Sanford for two years had been an invalid, bearing her suffering with patience and her cheerful spirit deserting her never.  Genie Cady was born and had spent all of her life in Norwich.  She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Aaron Cady.  Her father died several years ago but her mother, now Mrs. Willard KIng, survives her as does also her husband, Henry C. Sanford, to whom she was married 32 years ago.  Their home life had been one of comfort and content, Mrs. Sanford being beloved by all who knew her.  Funeral services were held from the family residence on Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock, Rev. C.H. Hudson, of the Free Methodist Church, officiating.  Burial was made in Mount Hope Cemetery [Norwich, NY].

 

J. Fred Wilcox

 Bainbridge Republican, December 6, 1899

Friends of J. Fred Wilcox will be grieved to learn of his death at the home of his sister, Mrs. Jennie Johnson, in Lestershire [Broome Co.,  NY] of heart failure, after a few days' illness.  He was born in Binghamton [Broome Co., NY] 41 years ago, and the early years of his life were passed in this city.  Mr. Wilcox leaves a wife and a daughter, Ethel, besides his mother, Mrs. C.I. Wilcox; two sisters, Mrs. Jennie Johnson of Lestershire; and Mrs. Herman Carver of Binghamton; and one brother, Geo. R., of Bainbridge. The funeral will be held on Wednesday afternoon at two o'clock from his sister's home, at Main and Arch streets.--Binghamton Republican.  Mr. Wilcox came to Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY] seventeen years ago and started, in conjunction with his brother, George R., the beginning of the cigar manufacture in Bainbridge. The factory was located in the Clark block.  Later he went to Syracuse and entered into the cigar business, but recently had settled in Lestershire.

 

Laverne W. Yale

1862 -1901

Laverne W. Yale died at the home of his parents, Rev. and Mrs. Luman B. Yale in Yaleville, Thursday morning, August 8, 1901, aged 38 years and 11 months.  When about 20 years of age, Mr. Yale, who was then teaching, was taken ill at his school with scarlet fever, and removed to his home from which he never went forth again in health.  For more than 18 years he had been confined to his room and his bed and had been a great sufferer, at times requiring the constant attention of the members of the household.  During all this period the father had spent but a very few nights away from his son's bedside, and with loving hands had the patient sufferer been ministered to.  When about 18 years old his father baptized him into the membership of the Baptist church and that membership continued until his death, and his unswerving faith in Christ has been a source of great comfort to him and to his family.  Besides his parents Mr. Yale leaves to mourn his loss from the family, three brothers, Arthur E. of Minnesota, Rev. Homer F. of North Carolina, and Merwin I. who lives at home, and one sister, Hattie, also living with the parents.  The funeral services were held under the shade of the overhanging trees in the dooryard of the home on Saturday last at  11 o'clock.  His pastor, Rev. C.D. Reed, officiated, and the four Toby brothers, Martin, Chris, John and Uriah, acted as bearers for the friend and playmate of their boyhood days. the worn body was laid at rest in the beautiful cemetery at Yaleville.

 

Christina Toby

1822 - 1892

Entered into rest Aug. 19th at Yaleville [Chenango Co., NY], Mrs. Christina Toby, widow of Martin Toby, who died May 1st, 1879.  She was born in Germany Nov. 28, 1822, was married to Mr. Toby Jan. 11, 1842,  They came to Guilford in 1854 with their little family, strangers in a strange land, but soon were at home and happy in their new surroundings, finding kind friends who were glad to welcome them.  She leaves to mourn her loss, two sons in California, Chris and John Toby of this village, Mrs. Bradley of Guilford, and Martin Toby of Yaleville to whom the loss seems doubly great, she being (since the death of his wife) the one to take the place of mother to his little daughter, and for them go out in sympathy the hearts of kind friends in this their now desolate home.  They can only commend them to the loving Father, who was the support and stay of the widowed mother.  She died trusting with implicit faith in God and in the full assurance of an abundant entrance into the rest that remaineth to the people of God and a happy reunion with loved ones gone before.  Loving friends strewed her casket with flowers, among those, a beautiful design from Mrs. Lucia A. Clark of Guilford, who was one of her first acquaintances on her arrival in America.  A large concourse of people gathered in her home, and on a lovely Sabbath afternoon all that was mortal was laid away in the cemetery near her home.  The Rev. Mr. Frisbee of Guilford officiating very acceptably at the services. 

 

To the kind friends who so kindly assisted in caring for our loved mother and ministered to her last wants, and so lovingly helped in so many ways, I wish to extend my heartfelt thanks for all your kindness and sympathy -- Martin Toby, Yaleville, N.Y.

 

Emma J. (Alcott) Perlee

1846 - 1891

Guilford [Chenango Co., NY]:  Mrs. Emma J. Perlee, Daughter of Amos Alcott, died at Middletown Dec. 25th of pneumonia, her remains were brought to Guilford, funeral at her father's Sunday afternoon burial in the Guilford cemetery [Sunset Hill].

 

Death Notices

Chenango Union, February 11, 1892

BOWERS:  In this village [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY] February 4, 1892, Owen W. Bowers, aged 26 years.

 

ODELL:  In Guilford [Chenango Co., NY], January 24, 1892, James Odell, aged 91 years.

 

BUNNELL:  In Guilford [Chenango Co., NY], January 26, 1892, Mrs. Julia Bunnell, aged 73 years.

 

HAIGHT:  In New Berlin [Chenango Co., NY], January 23, 1892, Benjamin J. Haight, aged 82 years.

 

MASTIN:  In Oxford [Chenango Co., NY], February 5, 1892, Lydia E. wife of J.F. Mastin, aged 51 years.

 

KETCHUM:  In Oxford [Chenango Co., NY] February 2, 1892, Emarilla Bartle, wife of Lewis Ketchum aged 69 years

 

WEED:  In McDonough [Chenango Co., NY], January 30, 1892, Earl, infant son of Carroll K. and Bessie Weed, aged 10 months.

 

LEWIS:  In Garrattsville, N.Y. [Otsego Co.], February 6, 1892, Mr. Albert H. Lewis, brother-in-law of Hawley H. Bishop, of this village, and a former resident of Norwich.

 

O'NEIL:  In Chicago, Ill., December 21, 1891, Mrs. John D. O'Neil, daughter of Eugene Hart, formerly of Norwich, aged 36 years.

 

ANDREWS:  In Hammond, N.J., January 17, Horatio N. Andrews, in the 80th year of his age, formerly of Coventry [Chenango Co., NY].

 

Fenner Brown's 84th birthday - 1879

Fenner Brown's 84th Birthday

Bainbridge Republican, November 14, 1879

A very pleasant episode occurred at the residence of Mr. C.W. Hare on Nov. 5th, the occasion being the eighty-fourth  anniversary of the birth of Mr. Fenner Brown, a worthy gentleman who boards at Mr. Hare's.  There were over twenty persons, all relatives, present, of whom three were brothers, and one sister, the only ones of the family now living--three having died--David Brown, a brother, living at Centerville, who is 75 years old, Polly Thompson aged 72 years, living about two miles west from this place; Edward Brown, living at Nineveh, 70 years old, and Mrs. Rachael Hare, aged 66 years, living with her son, Mr. Hare; so that their combined ages amounts to 367 years.  Mr. Fenner Brown was born in Rhode Island.  His ancestors came from England.  His grandmother, Mrs. Dinah Wethersly, brought with her from England a coat-of-arms, which she received from the clerk of the county where she resided, which constituted her an heir to an estate, but someone stole this from her.  Mr. Brown's ancestors were here to witness and take a part in the struggle of the Colonies in the war of the Revolution.  The friends of Mr. Brown present at Mr. Hare's, made him several presents which he will prize very highly as long as he shall live.  His daughter, Mrs. Lucy Haynes, of Cortland, and Mrs. Koons of Cooperstown, a granddaughter, who could not attend the gathering, sent present.  May God spare him to receive similar favors in years to come.

Rev. Ira W. Bingham - 1906

Rev. Ira W. Bingham

Utica Saturday Globe, January 20, 1906

 

 

Rev. Ira W. Bingham

Norwich [Chenango Co., NY]:  A reception was tendered Rev. Ira W. Bingham, the new pastor of the Calvary Baptist Church, on Tuesday evening, in the church parlors.  Upon arrival the guests were received by Rev. Mr. Bingham.  Mr. and Mrs. Eugene F. Musson, Mr. and Mr. John H. Hicks, Mr. and Mrs. Walter C. Case and Mr. and Mrs. Edward H. Jesson.

 

During the reception the Zenda Mandolin Club discoursed excellent music which added greatly to the enjoyment of the evening.  A vocal selection was given by a male quartet composed of Messrs. Johns, Philley, Hart and Brown.  Mrs. D.C. Pike and Mr. Johns sang a duet and a violin solo was rendered by Miss Anna Leach.  An amusing recitation was given by Miss Mary Eldrid. 

 

Brief remarks by way of welcome to Mr. Bingham from the other churches and townspeople generally were made by Rev. D.W. Dexter, Secretary D.R. Hall, secretary E.H. Jesson, Edward S. Moore and Rev. John L. Ray.  John H. Smith welcomed Mr. Bingham in behalf of Calvary Church of which he has just assumed the pastorate.  Mr. Bingham responded briefly and fittingly.  Refreshments of ice cream and cake were served.

 

Rev. Mr. Bingham was born in Spencer, N.Y. [Tioga Co., NY], laying the foundation of his education in the Spencer schools and completing it in Colgate University and Theological Seminary.  He was graduated from the seminary in 1900 and shortly afterwards assumed his first charge at Sayre, Pa., where he remained five years, the last being the most prosperous year in the church. He comes to Norwich under the brightest auspices and has already made a favorable impression on his parishioners and the people generally with whom he has come in contact.  Under his pastorate it is believed that Calvary church will grow and wax stronger than ever before in its brief but brilliant history.

 

 

 

 

Marriages (June 9)

Mr. & Mrs. John Ershman

Utica Saturday Globe, June 6, 1906

 

 

Mr. & Mrs. John Ershman

Sherburne [Chenango Co., NY]:  The 15th anniversary of the marriage of Mr. and Mrs. John Ershman, of this village, was celebrated on New Year's day, at their home in North Main street. There were over 50 people in attendance and a splendid time was enjoyed by all present.  A musical program was rendered and selections from a large Edison phonograph helped to make the affair a success.  Luncheon was served in courses and Mr. and Mrs. Ershman were remembered with many beautiful gifts.  Guests were present from Waterville, Utica, Norwich and other places.

 

Mr. & Mrs. Eli Pratt

Bainbridge Republican, November 14, 1879

Eli B. Pratt and wife, of Harpersville [Broome Co., NY], celebrated the fifteenth year of their married life on Tuesday last, by a crystal wedding at the residence of J.S. Wakeman.  Numerous guests were present from Coventry, Binghamton, Windsor, and Harpursville and vicinity.  Various presents were made to Mr. Pratt and wife, after which the guests, fifty in number, were seated at the table loaded with the bounties of the season. The evening was spent very pleasantly by those that remained, until the parting hour came, when they all bid adieu to Mr. Pratt and wife, and parted with their best wishes for a long life and a happy one.

 

Marriage Notices - 1904

LAWTON -  HURLBURT:  At McDonough [Chenango Co., NY], Dec. 18, 1904, by Rev. A.W. Barrows of McDonough, Adelbert Lawton of McDonough and Mrs. Lena Hurlburt of Preston [Chenango Co., NY]

 

LEACH - SPICER:  At the home of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Spicer in Berry st., Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], Dec. 21, 1904, Miss Ethel Spicer and Leslie S. Leach, Ceremony performed by Rev. Wilson Treible.

 

DOING - ECCLESTON:  By Rev. S.J. Ford, at the Calvary parsonage on Dec. 21, 1904, Ivan D. Doing and Miss Hattie E. Eccleston, both of McDonough [Chenango Co., NY].

 

 

Obituaries (June 9)

Ann Brown

Utica Saturday Globe, January 20, 1906

 

 

Miss Ann Brown

Norwich [Chenango Co., NY]:  At the home of Mrs. Sarah Malloy on Hickory street, Tuesday forenoon, occurred the death of Miss Ann Brown, for many years a respected resident of this village, aged 90.  Deceased was for a long time a nurse in the family of Judge Kingsley, a former prominent resident of Norwich, and during recent years the sons of the family have rendered assistance in caring for her in her old age.  She leaves no near relatives but has several nephews and nieces here.  Her funeral was held from St. Paul's Church Thursday morning, Rev. Father Hart officiating and the remains were taken to Oxford [Chenango Co., NY] for burial.

 

Edwin A. Kingsley

Chenango Semi-Weekly Telegraph, January 6, 1883

Edwin A. Kingsley, formerly a resident of this village [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY], died at the home of his parents at South Ballston [Saratoga Co., NY] on Thursday of last week.  Mr. K. came to this village soon after graduating at Union College, and entered upon the study of law with one of our village lawyers.  After he was admitted he went to Syracuse and entered upon the practice of his profession.  Failing health compelled him to give up all business two years ago, since which time he has gradually declined.  He was held in high esteem by his associates of the Onondaga County Bar, and many of our own citizens bear him in pleasant remembrance.

Ballston Journal, Ballston Spa, NY, February 17, 1883

It is late, yet due to the memory of a worthy young man to make the following brief mention of the death of Edwin A. Kingsley, age 35 years.  He was the youngest son of Joseph and Eliza T. Kingsley.  He was graduated at Union College in 1869 and was admitted to the bar in 1870.  He then began the practice of law in Norwich, Chenango County, but in 1872 removed to Syracuse, where he became an active member of the Syracuse Central Baptist church.  He was ambitious and talented, but his health gave way, and he was obliged to stop practice in 1880.  Thus do the fondest earthly hopes decay.  

Cyrena (Fradenburg) Bennett

Chenango Semi-Weekly Telegraph,  January 6, 1883

Mrs. Cyrena Bennett, the faithful and beloved wife of John W. Bennett, died at her home in Plymouth, N.Y. [Chenango Co., NY], Dec. 18, 1882, aged 66 years, 6 months, and 22 days.  Mrs. Bennett united with the M.E. church at Plymouth, in January, 1813, and maintained a boundless Christian life for nearly forty years.  She was indeed a Christian conforming in all the little details of daily life to the Master's perfect example.  As a wife and mother and neighbor and friend she seemed to be without a fault.  In the affliction which marked her later years, feeble and nearly blind, she exhibited a patient and cheerful submission which was beautiful to look upon.  Her maiden name was Fradenburg.  She was born in Schoharie county, N.Y., and married to John W. Bennett at Fonda, N.Y., Jan. 23, 1836.  Her conversion, soon after that of her husband was singular in the fact that it occurred on the way to the anxious seat.  Her experience was clear and bright and the genuineness of the change was never brought in question.  During nearly forty-seven years of domestic life it is the testimony of her bereaved companion that she never spoke an unkind or hasty work, and it is no flattery to say in this connection that they were well mated in this particular.  Her obsequies were largely attended, and all the people gave rapt attention to the earnest words of the pastor, Rev. F.A. Dony, based upon the fitting theme, "He giveth his beloved sleep."

Elvira P. Inman

Chenango Semi-Weekly Telegraph, January 6, 1883

Miss Elvira P. Inman was born in the town of Plymouth, N.Y. [Chenango Co.] in the same house in which she was born.  She was for twenty-two years a faithful and consistent member of the M.E. church at Plymouth, passing to her great reward in Heaven on the anniversary of her reception to membership.  Miss Inman was of modest and retiring disposition; in her work as a Christian she was unostentatious and yet she sought for and always found something to do for the Maker.  For many years she had been a successful teacher in the common schools, and will long be remembered by her many pupils for her unvaried kindness and abundant deep affection.  An entire community, affected in common by her departure, accord to her the distinction of ranking among Christians with the purest and the best.  The beautiful and expressive text chosen by her pastor for the funeral service which was largely attended, seemed to have a perfect illustration in her experience.  "O. death, where is thy sting, O, grave, where is thy victory,"  In her case truly "death is swallowed up in victory."

Joseph Bennett Chaffee

Chenango Semi-Weekly Telegraph, January 3, 1883

Joseph Bennett Chaffee died at his residence No. 33 Main street, Binghamton [Broome Co., NY], on Friday evening.  Mr. C. had suffered from pneumonia for nearly four weeks, which finally resulted in his death, surrounded by his family and friends.  Mr. Chaffee was born in Chester, Massachusetts, June 4, 1830, this making him 52 years of age.  While a small child his father Ezra Chaffee, removed to Cooperstown, N.Y., where he died in 1837.  Mr. Chaffee resided in Cooperstown until fifteen years of age, when he removed to Afton, N.Y.  Here he resided until 1866, with the exception of two years spent in California.  While in Afton he was associated in mercantile business with his step-father, Merlin Jackson, but for many years was the proprietor of a large general trade.  In 1853 Mr. Chaffee was married to Miss Sarah E. Rogers, daughter of Dr. Thomas S. Rogers, of Deposit, N.Y.  Mr. Chaffee resided in Afton until 1866, when he removed to Binghamton.  Mr. Chaffee was a prominent Mason and was well known by the fraternity throughout this and other states.  For several years he filled with honor the position of Grand Lecturer and in this capacity made the acquaintance of the order far and wide.  He has held many offices of honor and trust, in the grand divisions of the order, among which was the office of Grand High Priest in the Grand chapter.  Mr. C. had received the highest honors of the order, having had conferred upon him the 83d degree.  The deceased was for several years associated with the safe and insurance business with Clinton F. Paige, of Binghamton, but for the last few years had been the agent and adjuster for the Hartford Fire Insurance company.  In the death of Mr. Chaffee the city of Binghamton and the public at large loses a man and citizen whose vacancy it will be hard to fill.  he died with the dying year and with him, as with it, is buried a wealth of love and affection.  His bereaved family need no assurance for the sympathy expressed on every  hand. The obsequies were held with Masonic honors on Tuesday at 2 P.M. A large concourse of people were present.

Death Notices - 1901

KEELEY:  In Oxford [Chenango Co., NY], Nov. 29, 1901, James Keeley, aged 34 years.

WINDSOR:  In Greene [Chenango Co., NY], Nov. 30, 1901, Mary Isbell, wife of Otis Windsor, aged 72 years.

KNICKERBOCKER:  In Binghamton [Broome Co., NY], Nov. 26, 1901, Leverne T., aged 20 years, only child of Leroy Knickerbocker, formerly of Smithville.  Burial in Greene [Chenango Co., NY]

HUMPHREY:  In Guilford Center [Chenango Co., NY^], Nov. 30, 1901, Rufus J. Humphrey, aged 78 years and 9 months..

CONVERSE:  In San Antonia, Tex., Nov. 26, 1901, Mrs. Julia N. Converse, aged 73 years, formerly of Coventry [Chenango Co., NY].


WILLEY:  In Norwich [Chenango Co., NY] Nov. 26, 1901, Mrs. Nelson F. Willey, aged 66 years.

MILLS:  In Norwich [Chenango Co., NY] Dec. 1, 1901, Laura A., widow of Rufus N. Mills, formerly of Guilford, [Chenango Co., NY] aged 61 years.

TRUMAN:  In Volga, S.D., Oct. 27, 1901, Philetus C. Truman, formerly of Preston, aged 60 years. 

 

William Mason elected Director, Chenango National Bank, 1906

William Mason Elected Bank Director

Utica Saturday Globe, February 17, 1906

 

William Mason

On Tuesday George T. Dunham resigned as director of the Chenango National Bank, having previously resigned as cashier to accept a similar position in the People's Bank at Scranton, where he will go March 1.  William Mason was elected as director in his place.  For 14 years, or since 1892, Mr. Mason has been teller in the bank and during that time has gained an intimate acquaintance with the patrons of the bank that will be of service to him as a member of the Board of Directors. 

Obituaries (June 8)

August Dumond

Utica Saturday Globe, February 17, 1906



A telegram to L.A. Covasco, received Friday of last week, announced the death in Denver, Col., of August Dumond, formerly of this village [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY].  Deceased left here about a year ago for Colorado in search of health.  His wife and son went there about a month ago.  Mr. Dumond was a young man of genial disposition and had many friends here who regret his early death.  He was about 30 years of age and for several years was clerk for Mr. Devasco.  He was formerly a member of Norwich City Band and was a member and past sachem of Whaupaunaucau Tribe of Red Men.  About 10 years ago he married Miss Sarah Barbary, daughter of Toney Barbary, of this place, who survives with one son, Harry.

 

Delos VanWoert

Norwich Sun, January 25, 1917

Delos VanWoert, a former school commissioner of Chenango county, died at his home at Afton [Chenango Co., NY], January 19, aged 74 years.  Funeral services were held at his late home January 22 and interment made at Afton.  Mr. VanWoert was a man of character and practical worth.  he was educated in the common schools, and Norwich academy, and in 1866 was graduated from Albany Normal college.  He was thus well fitted for life's duties in general and for the special work almost constantly entrusted him by the public.  He began his public work as a teacher, which vocation he successfully followed for several years.  Having moved to the village of Afton, he was appointed postmaster under Harrison's administration, which office he held for four years.  For some years he was a member of the board of education and held other offices of trust and prominence in the town, including that of village president in 1909 to which position he was re-elected in 1910.  In 1902 he was elected school commissioner which office he filled with marked success, becoming conspicuous for his faithfulness and efficiency in the work and being re-elected to the office in 1905.  For some time he had suffered failing health until the spark of life went out and rest came.  In 1868, November 1, he was united in marriage with Miss E. Permelia Green who after a long and happy wedded life, together with their daughter, Mrs.  J. Erwin Keel, D.C. Troy, N.Y., still survive him.

 

Thurston Green

Chenango Union, November 4, 1886

At 2:45 o'clock this afternoon, Thurston Green, while attempting to cross the track, was struck and instantly killed by a wild-cat engine going West at a rapid rate near the depot at this station [Bainbridge, Chenango Co., NY].  Mr. Green was a wealthy retired farmer, eighty years old, and a resident of this village, living with his son-in-law, Eli Lyon.  He leaves a wife and several children.  It was said that the engine was ordered to make use of all the available speed that the road would allow, so as to carry a man from Albany to Binghamton in a specified time.  The accident occurred within eight feet of the spot where E.J. White was killed in the same manner three weeks ago.

 

Chenango Union, November 18, 1886

Thurston Greene, who was killed at the depot in this village, a week ago last Saturday, was not a wealthy retired farmer, neither did he leave a wife, as many of our exchanges have published it.  Mr. Greene was a carpenter by trade, and his last wife died several years ago.

 

Wallace W. Evans

Chenango Union, November 4 1886

Wallace W. Evans, a prominent and respected resident of Sidney, was found dead in his bed on Monday morning of last week.  He had retired to his room on the evening previous, apparently in his usual health.  Deceased was born in Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY], and was a brother of Dr. Evans, of this village.  His age was sixty-six years.  Paralysis of the heart is supposed to have been the cause of his death.

 

Eleanor Green

Chenango Semi-Weekly Telegraph, November 13, 1889

West Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY]:  The funeral services of Miss Eleanor Green, whose death occurred November 5th, of typhoid fever, were conducted by Rev. Mr. Blair at her late home on Friday at 1 P.M.  There has not been a death in this community for a long time that seemed to strike sorrow to each heart as that of Miss Green.  Being a teacher of music and in our school her many pupils will greatly miss her kindly help and instruction.  Not only will she be missed by them, but by the Sunday school and in the church where she was organist, and where she was always ready and willing to do her part.  But of all those places her absence will be felt the most in the home where her work has been so well done. The father and invalid mother have the sympathy of the entire community.  May God help and strengthen them in their terrible affliction.

 

Hamilton T. Green

1836-1912

Hamilton T. Green, an aged and respected citizen of this village [Bainbridge, Chenango Co., NY], died suddenly Saturday morning, at his home on Johnson street, of acute indigestion, following an illness of less than 24 hours.  Mr. Green was the son of Thurston and Rachael Green, and was born in Schoharie county in 1835.  At the age of ten he came with his parents to Bainbridge, who took up their residence in the western part of the town.  In 1857 he was united in marriage with Lavancia Lyon, a daughter of Briggs and Sally Lyon of West Bainbridge.  They resided at West Bainbridge until 1898, when they came to this village and have since resided on Johnson street.  Mr. Green's early life was spent as a school teacher, but in later years he followed the trade of a carpenter which he learned from his father.  Mr. Green was a staunch member of the Republican party, and until recent years was considered one of the party's leaders in this vicinity.  He represented Bainbridge as supervisor four years, serving from 1888 to 1893 inclusive, and also held other town offices.  Mr. Green is survived by his wife, three sisters Mrs. Anna Wells of Syracuse, Mrs.  Eydia Mahew of Afton, and Mrs. Hannah Lyon of Bainbridge, and two brothers, Atty. James L. Green of Binghamton and Henry Green of Utica.  The funeral was held Monday afternoon at the house, the Rev. Frank James, pastor of the Methodist church of which Mr. Green was a faithful member, officiating.  The body was taken to West Bainbridge for burial.

 

Sarah M. (Williams) Carpenter

1829 - 1902

[Afton, Chenango Co., NY]:  Sarah M., wife of Daniel A. Carpenter, departed this life Friday evening, July 4th [1902].  She had been in declining health for a number of year and during the past few months her condition had been so serious that it could be seen that the end was not far off.  the direct cause of her death could hardly be defined for there were a number of ailments which combining hastened the end.  her maiden name was Sarah M. Williams, and she was the daughter of Jirah and Mary Williams, being born at Richfield Springs [Otsego Co., NY] July 3d, 1829.  In her family of six sisters and one brother she was the last to go.  Mrs. Woolley one of these sisters, resided here in the family of Mr. and Mrs. Carpenter until her death about two years ago.  A nephew, Emory Williams of Binghamton was also at one time one of the business men of this village.  Before her marriage to Mr. Carpenter, which occurred June 24, 1847, she was a teacher in this town.  Since their marriage they have resided here the whole of the time with the exception of three years passed in Pennsylvania and three years residence in Norwich when Mr. Carpenter filled the office of sheriff of the county from '65 to '68.  Mrs. Carpenter was a devoted member of St. Ann's Episcopal church and was a woman of highest Christian character.  She was a lady of social attainments and influence and was foremost in those things which pertained to the welfare of those about her.  While in her declining years she was seen little outside her home, she still held a place in the memory and esteem of a large circles of acquaintances.  She leaves to mourn her loss her aged companion and three sons, D. Arthur Carpenter, of New York, H.R. Carpenter of Victor, Colo., and S.F. Carpenter, of Carbondale, Pa.  The funeral was held at 2 p.m.  Monday, at the Carpenter residence, conducted by her pastor Rev. Brown of Harpursville.   The interment was in Glenwood [Afton, NY]