Marriages (August 16)

Andrews - Moore

Chenango Union, September 13, 1894

A very pretty church wedding was that of Robert Andrews, of Pittsfield, Mass., and Mary Chapman Moore, at the Methodist Episcopal church, Mt. Upton [Chenango Co., NY], September 5. The friends of the bride had trimmed the church beautifully and artistically, and had gathered in great numbers to witness the solemn service of which the world never tires.  The ceremony was performed by Rev. J.W. McGowen, of Farmington, Ill., assisted by Rev. W.T. Blair, pastor of the bride. At 4 P.M. the bridal party passed up the aisle, under the graceful arches to the grand arch, the back ground a beautiful green, with the emblematical "White Ribbon" of the W.C.T.U.  The wedding march was played by Mr. Fred Rockwell. The bride was dressed in white silk and lace; the maid of honor, Lulu Graves, in pale blue silk; and the bridesmaids, Rena Richmond and Miss Lines, wore gowns of cream colored Henrietta. The ushers, Messrs. Ross Wheeler, Harvey Stevens, Bennie Thorpe and Rupert Ford, were as self-possessed as though they had all their lives officiated at such ceremonies. The service was most impressive and both bride and groom repeated the solemn vows in voices which did not falter.  When the party came out from the church the clouds hung heavy with a greatly needed rain, but they reached home just in time to escape the blessed downpour. Eighty guests were present to be presented to the happy pair, and then to be seated for refreshments under the direction of caterer Hill and his assistants. The bridal gifts were bewildering in their profusion and beauty and will afford many happy memories of the auspicious day.  The newly wedded pair take with them to their home at Pittsfield Mass. the best wishes of hosts of attached friends.  E.J.R.

Mr. & Mrs. Charles H. Ives

Sidney Record, September 8, 1894

Silver Wedding Bells pealed forth merrily at the peasant home of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. H. Ives in this village [Sidney, Delaware Co., NY], last Saturday, Sept. 1st, on the occasion of the 25th anniversary of their wedding. They were united in marriage on the 1st day of September, 1869, in this village.  Marriage, in their experience, has not by any means proved a failure.  It has proved to be a period of unclouded matrimonial bliss, and the happy pair have always maintained the esteem and respect of a large circle of warm friends. This union has been blessed with four children, Alfred, George, Charles and Howard, all bright and respected sons. A large company gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ives to extend their congratulations and many letters of regret were received form those who were unable to come. A large number of presents were received.  The Record extends its congratulations to the happy pair, with warmest wishes for their good health and prosperity in many years to come.  Charley is not given to dancing as the above initial cut would seem to suggest, but he has recovered from the effects of his lame foot and he just wants his friends to understand that he could do if he only took the notion in his head.

Mr. & Mrs. Samuel Gilmore

30th Wedding Anniversary - September 1881

The custom of celebrating the anniversary of wedding days is evidently receiving increased favor from society.  One of these joyous occasions took place at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Gilmore on Monday last, being the 30th anniversary of their marriage.  Mr. and Mrs. Gilmore, by their courtesy and great kindness, have won for themselves high esteem in the circle of their acquaintances, and this pleasurable opportunity to express that esteem was evidently appreciated by the large company of relatives and friends that met in their home on Monday. With great enthusiasm congratulations were extended, and the best wishes heartily expressed for their future.  If the years to come shall mature only a portion of the sincere hopes of their friends into happy realities, there is before them an experience so full of gladness as to make the sunset side of their journey together a golden prospect. The feast of good things to which they invited the gathered company, was after their characteristic generosity, the tables being richly furnished with everything to please and satisfy.  After dinner Rev. James Ryder made a brief and suitable address, wishing the honored parties of the occasion much prosperity in time to come, after which prayer was offered, and the favorite hymn sung, "In the sweet by and by."  The day was very stormy, hindering some friends from attending the festivities, but this did not prevent a very happy gathering that will be cherished as another bright spot in the picture of life, the respect and affection of which was a fitting gateway of joy, through which Mr. and Mrs. Gilmore passed on in the further journey of their married life.  The company was as follows:

Mr. and Mrs. W. Gilmore Mr. Rodgers Miss Gilmore Mr. and Mrs. Mason and son Mr. and Mrs. Edgecomb	Binghamton
Mr. and Mrs. W. Gilmore	Colesville
H. Gilmore and daughters Mr. and Mrs. Macombe	Greene
Mr. and Mrs. Hodge Rev. and Mrs., Ryder Mr. and Mrs. W. Ireland	Bainbridge Bennettsville
Mr. and Mrs. Copley	Sidney Plains
J. Coe	Guilford
Mr. and Mrs. Carlos Booth	Oxford
Mr. and Mrs. Merchant and family	Cobleskill
Mr. and Mrs. M. Herrick Mr. and Mrs. M.T. Johnson Mr. and Mrs. M. Johnson J. Lyon and daughter Mrs. A. Davis Mrs. S. Ireland Mr. and Mrs. j. Ireland and family Mr. and Mrs. E. Loomis and family Mr. and Mrs. D. Francisco Miss D. Francisco Mr. and Mrs. H.P. Hovey and son Mr. and Mrs. F. Bentley Mr. and Mrs. W. Hovey Miss A. Lyon	West Bainbridge (Union Valley)

Presents in the amount of about $70 were made as follows:
Large double stand
hanging lamp
framed cross
glass water set
three several sums of money
majolica fruit dish
glass bread plate and knitted bag
silver butter dish
silver dinner castor
mustard cup and spoon
black walnut hat rack
embroidered splasher
gents' scarf
toilet set
silver vases
counterpane
two napkin rings
one-half dozen silver dinner knives
camp chair
chair tidy
ebony wall pocket
extension table
four linen towels
one dozen silver tea knives
silver spoon holder
two china cups and saucers