Obituaries (February 15)

Leila (Seeley) Leonard

Died November 30, 1936, Syracuse, NY

Mrs. Charles Leonard, aged 67, formerly of Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], died Monday morning at 5:30, at the home of her son, Everett, in Syracuse [Onondaga Co., NY].  Mrs. Leonard was born in Oxford in 1868, the daughter of Eugene and Mary Seeley.  Most of her life has been spent in this vicinity.  In 1886 she was married to Charles Leonard who survives her. To this union nine children were born, eight of whom are living: Frank, Arthur and Alfred of Norwich, Charles Jr., Everett, and Laverne of Syracuse, Emma of Cortland and Herbert of Rome.  Mary died in 1905. there are nine grandchildren. The deceased is a sister of H.L. Seeley of Rexford street.  Had Mrs. Leonard lived until December 25 she would have celebrated with her husband their golden wedding anniversary.  A loving mother, a devoted friend and a woman of sterling character she will be missed by family and friends alike. The remains were brought to this city by the William Breese Company, funeral directors, and services are to be held from the home of the son, Alfred, 26 Rexford street, this city, at 2:30 Wednesday afternoon. Burial will be made in Oxford [Chenango Co., NY].

Richard Law

Died December 15, 1938, Norwich, NY

Funeral services for Dickie Law, the 5-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Clifton Law of Norwich, R.D.1, were held at 12:30 o'clock Saturday afternoon at the Breese Funeral Home with Rev C.H. Skinner of South New Berlin officiating.  Interment was made in Mt. Hope cemetery.  Although of tender years this little lad by his friendly nature had endeared himself to many who mourn his passing.  He was a great lover of flowers and the beautiful floral tribute would have greatly pleased him. Acting as bearers were Merton Evans, Merton Figary, Harold Law and Leroy Salisbury of Norwich. Surviving are the parents above mentioned, one brother Wayne, the grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. C.R. Crumb, of Earlville and Mrs. Mary Law of East Pharsalia, besides several uncles, aunts and cousins.

The community was shocked Thursday morning to hear of the death of Richard Law, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Clifton Law which occurred at an early hour Thursday morning, at the Chenango Memorial hospital [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY], after a short illness. The funeral was held at the Breese funeral home Saturday at 12:30, Rev. Clinton Skinner officiating, with burial in Mt. Hope [Norwich].  A large floral tribute expressed the love for the little one. Relatives were present from Binghamton, Earlville and Smyrna.  Much sympathy is expressed to Mr. and Mrs. Law. 

Mary Elizabeth Law

Died August 19, 1941, Buffalo, NY

North Pitcher [Chenango Co., NY]:  Funeral services will be held here Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock, daylight saving time, for Mrs. Mary Elizabeth (Libby) Law whose death occurred late Tuesday in Buffalo. A resident of East Pharsalia, her passing followed a serious illness of two months' duration.  The widow of Asa Law, she was 64 years of age. Burial will be made in the North Pitcher cemetery following the Saturday services.  Mrs. Law is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Helen Armstrong, of North Pitcher; four sons, William Law of Otselic, Clifton of the town of Norwich, Merton of DeRuyter and Harold of Norwich.  One brother, Clayton Calvert, of South Otselic and a sister Mrs. Myrtle Parker, of Earlville, 19 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews also survive. 

Georgia V. Lawrence

Died August 31, 1939, Butternuts, NY

Last Thursday night at about 9:00 o'clock, occurred the death of Mrs. Georgia V. Lawrence at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Bert Wilber. She had been in very ill health for over a year. Funeral services were held last Sunday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Bert Wilber with a prayer at the house and services at the Baptist church at Gilbertsville.  Interment was at South New Berlin [Chenango Co., NY].  She was born in town of Unadilla [Otsego Co., NY] in 1857 and spent nearly all her life in and about Unadilla and Gilbertsville, having spent only a few years in Swanton, Maryland.  She was married to Adelbert Lawrence of Morris in 1878.  Five children were born to them, four of which survive her  They are Mrs. Bert Wilber, with whom she made her home, Mrs. Mabel Cook of Meridale, Mrs. Ivan Dixson of Bainbridge and Olva Lawrence of New Berlin Center, also 14 grandchildren, Georgia Wilber of Mt. Upton, Mrs. Alford Dixson of Unadilla, Letha and Clifford Sisson of Sidney, Myrtle Sisson of Binghamton, Ona Sisson and Viola Dixson of Bainbridge, Mrs. Eleanor Messenger of Norwich, Douglas, Fred and Bud Lawrence of New Berlin Center, Mrs. Clarence Edwards of Richfield Springs, Mrs. Fred Dixson of Sidney and five great-great-grandchildren, Duran Sisson, Sidney; Levern, Gertrude, Phyllis Dixson of Unadilla; and Bruch Messinger of Norwich.  Also one brother, Lynn Sherwood, of Wellsburg, N.Y. and several nieces and one nephew: Mrs. Frank Follett and Mrs. Frank Arnold, Norwich; Mrs. Burr Harrington of New Berlin; Mr. Clifford Davis of Mt. Upton and Warren Davis of Long Island, Mrs. Will Cook, Mrs. Gordon Mudge and Mr. Claude Lawrence of Morris.

Death Notices

Chenango American, September 24, 1863

In West Colesville [Broome Co., NY], on the 8th inst., Rev. Henry A. Sherwood, aged 34 years.

At the Marine Hospital, New Orleans, on the 30th ult., of consumption, Daniel L. Wells, of Pharsalia [Chenango Co., NY], a volunteer in Co. I, 114th Reg., N.Y.S.V., aged 31 years.

In McDonough [Chenango Co., NY], on the 13th inst., of diptheria, Henry E. Arnold, son of William and Melissa B. Arnold, aged 13 years and 5 days.

At the National Hotel in Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], on the 21st inst., of typhoid fever, Mr. William E. Carl, of Candor, Tioga Co., N.Y., aged 22 years.

In North Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], on the 29th inst., of typhoid fever, Mr. Lewis Guile, aged 47 years.

Chenango American, August 13, 1863

In Preston [Chenango Co., NY], on the 9th inst., Lydia [Lewis], wife of Mr. Samuel E. Lewis, aged 38 years.

In Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], on the 11th inst., Mr. Nathan S. Williams aged 67 years.

In McDonough [Chenango Co., NY], on the 4th inst., Lucien H. Isbell, son of Lyman Isbell.

In the Hospital at Brashear City, June 1st, 1863, Mr. Thos. S. Wiswell, of Co. B, 114th Reg., aged 53 years.

In Guilford [Chenango Co., NY], on the 8th ult., Mr. Abram Ives, aged 87 years.

In the Marine Hospital, New Orleans, La., on the 20th ult., Mr. William Jobman, of Co. A, 114th Reg., of Guilford [Chenango Co., NY], aged 49 years.

Obituaries (February 14)

George Law

Died October 10, 1936, White Store, NY

Saturday afternoon, October 10, 1936, as the sun was sinking to rest, so the spirit of George Law left for its heavenly home.  Mr. Law had been in poor health for several years.  He had been very lonely since the death of his wife, often saying he was weary and wished he might go. George Law was born May 29, 1864.  He was united in marriage to Mary Shampang and unto them was born one daughter.  Mrs. Audry Powers.  He had always followed the occupation of farming.  He was a kind neighbor and friend, always ready to lend a helping hand to anyone in trouble.  He leaves to mourn his passing his daughter and three grandchildren, Shirley, James, and Barbara Powers; one brother, William Law, of Center Village, N.Y.; three sisters, Mrs. Frank Shampang, of this place, Mrs. Eliza Thompson, of Windsor, N.Y., Mrs. Flora Spohn, of Johnson City, N.Y., and several nephews and nieces, and many friends. His funeral was largely attended Tuesday afternoon.  He was laid to rest beside his wife in Evergreen cemetery at White Store [Chenango Co., NY].

Royce A. Lathrop

Died August 18, 1942, Little Falls, NY

Little Falls [Herkimer Co., NY]:  Coroner Fred Sabin and state police of the East Herkimer patrol continued their investigation today of the motorcycle crash yesterday that took the life of Royce A. Lathrop, 27, of Sherburn he [Chenango Co., NY].  Lathrop, who had been living at Hotel Snyder, in Little Falls, died of a fractured skull in the Little Falls Hospital, six hours after his cycle smashed into a cow, which was wandering on Route 5-S, one mile east of Indian Castle.  His companion, Jack Wilbur, 27, of 86 West Monroe Street, Little Falls, is confined to the hospital with serious injuries.  He is suffering from a fractured shoulder, severe scalp lacerations and shock.  He is expected to recover.  Authorities have been unable to question Wilbur regarding the crash because of his injuries. Coroner Sabin and Troopers John Chvatal and John miller said it was not known which of the two men were driving at the time.  The ownership of the cycle was also being checked by authorities. Trooper Miller said today that an investigation established that the cow was owned by Arnold Sanders, who operates a farm near the scene.  No explanation was given as to how the cow happened to be on the highway. The animal also died as result of the crash.  Coroner Sabin said the motorcycle was apparently being driven east at a high rate of speed when it came upon the cow.  One of the men was riding the rear seat.  The machine was found in a mass of wreckage off the road.  The accident was discovered by a nearby farmer, who heard the crash.  He notified troopers.  Coroner Sabin said that he would delay holding the inquest until Wilbur's condition allowed him to be questioned.  Lathrop's death was the 16th motor fatality in the county this year.

Nellie B. (Miller) Latham

Chenango Telegraph, June 18, 1943

Mrs. Nellie B. Latham, wife of Charles  H. Latham and life long resident of Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], passed away at her home, 19 East Park Place, early Monday morning.  In failing health for some time, Mrs. Latham spent last winter in Florida and returned home only about a month ago.  Her death will be mourned by a legion of friends in this city and by all with whom she was acquainted.  Mrs. Latham was born in Norwich, Nov. 11, 1863, the daughter of Sarah B. and T. DeWitt Miller, prominent residents of this city for many years. The deceased during her lifetime was active and prominent in the various civic affairs of Norwich and occupied a leading place in those organizations with which she was identified.  She was a member of Capt. John Harris Chapter, D.A.R. and the L.V.I.A.  For many years she was a member of the Chenango Valley Home board and also was a member of the board of women managers of the Chenango Memorial Hospital. She was also a member of the First Congregational church.  Mrs. Latham was perhaps best known for her great interest and activity in the work of the local Red Cross chapter. During World War I, Mrs. Latham had charge of the production work of the chapter and gave unstintingly of her time and effort in the cause of this worthwhile organization.  During her long career she led a most active life in the several organizations in which she held membership.  Her benefactions were many, but whatever aid she extended was done in her quiet manner and without display or hope of reward.  She will be missed by a wide circle of friends in Norwich and wherever she was known.  She was united in marriage with Charles H. Latham in the Congregational church at Norwich on Dec. 19, 1885.  Besides her husband she leaves two daughters, Mrs. C.M. Dunne and Mrs. L.A. Johnson of this city, two grandchildren, Mrs. F.M. Breed of Norwich and Richard Johnson of Atlantic City, also one great grandson, David Breed. Funeral services are to be held from the late residence, 19 East Park place at 2:30 Wednesday afternoon with Rev. Dr. G. Edgar Wolfe officiating.

Charles H. Latham

Died February 5, 1944, Daytona Beach, FL

The body of Charles H. Latham, retired Norwich businessman, who died at Daytona Beach, Florida, Feb. 5, aged 79 years, arrived in Norwich Friday morning at 10:25 via the D.L.&W. and was taken to the funeral home of George J. Devine, South Broad street, where services are to be held at 2 o'clock Monday afternoon.  Rev. Dr. G. Edgar Wolfe, pastor of the First Congregational church, is to officiate, and interment is to be made in the family plot in Mt. Hope cemetery [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY].  Friends are kindly asked to omit flowers.  Mr. Latham had been in failing health for several years.  He had been a patient at the Daytona Beach hospital for about a week prior to his death.  He was a lifelong resident of Norwich and for many years was a prominent business man and leading citizen.  The deceased was a son of the late Joseph H. and Frances Randall Latham and after his education joined his father in the hardware business on North Broad street and which he carried on for a time in partnership with the late Homer H. Higley under the firm name of Latham & Higley.  After the firm was dissolved, Mr. Latham carried on the business alone, but later became interested in the automobile business, establishing the first sales agency and garage in Norwich.  For several years he was manufacturer's agent for automobile tires, conducting an extensive business in New York.  Mr. Latham retired from active business more than 20 years ago and after that he and Mrs. Latham, who died in June 1943, passed their winters in Florida and on the Pacific coast.  "Chuck" Latham, as he was familiarly called by his many friends, had a great hobby of fire fighting and for many years he faithfully served the Norwich fire department as chief.  He devoted careful study to the science of fire fighting and it was due to his influence that the city equipment was modernized and the volunteer personnel inspired to increased knowledge of the science and improved efficiency.  He was a member of the First Congregational church, the Norwich Club, Alert Hose Co., Amicus Aerie of Eagles and an honorary life member of the Canasawacta Country Club.  This honor was conferred upon him in recognition of valuable services rendered during a critical period in the life of the club.  His benevolences were widespread but were bestowed unostentatiously and in most cases without the knowledge of other than the recipients.  He was particularly devoted to the Red Cross.  During the first world War when Mrs. Latham was chairman of production, he was in entire charge of packaging and shipping.  During the second World War he contributed the use of the third floor of his North Broad street block to the use of the Red Cross production center and knitting rooms.  On December 19, 1885 he married Nellie B. Miller, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. T. DeWitt Miller.  Mrs. Latham passed away during the summer of 1943.  Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Gertrude L. Dunne, wife of Dr. Charles M. Dunne, and Mrs. Ruth L. Johnson, wife of Larry Johnson; a granddaughter, Mrs. Betty Johnson Breed; a grandson, Richard Johnson, and a great-granddaughter, David L. Breed.

Marriage Notices

Chenango American, September 17, 1863

In Oxford [Chenango Co., NY], on the 8th inst., Jennie E. [Rowley] daughter of Gilbert S. and Sarah A. Rowley, aged 18 months and 8 days.

In Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], on the 11th inst., suddenly, Mr. V.L. Remington, aged 27 years.

In Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], on the 11th inst., of typhoid fever, Mr. C.M. Lewis, aged 36 years.

In Sherburne [Chenango Co., NY], on the 7th inst., Milo Hunt, aged 70 years.

Chenango American, August 27, 1863

In Smithville [Chenango Co., NY], on the 24th inst., Mr. Ira Whitman of this village [Greene, Chenango Co., NY], aged 42 years and 3 months.

In Barker, Broome Co., on the 24th inst., Mr. Thomas Reynolds, aged 70 years and 6 months.

In Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], on the 25th inst., Lyander H. [Scott], only child of Wm. G. and Sophia M. Scott, aged 8 years, 11 months and 16 days.

At Mt. Upton [Chenango Co., NY], on the 11th inst., Russel Ford, Esq., aged 65 years.

Letter from NY 114th Regiment - August 1863

Letter from the New York 114th Regiment

Chenango American, September 10, 1863

Headquarters 114th Reg.
2d Brigade, Thibodeaux, La.
Friday, Aug. 1, 1863

Dear American: My last letter was broken off very abruptly by orders to march, but after preceding a couple of miles towards our base of supplies, Springfield Landing, an orderly met us with papers countermanding the order, so we returned to our bivouacking ground in the ravines back of Port Hudson.  From this time, 2d July, to the -- of the same month, no very exciting events transpired, but the steady work of the space went on.  Towards evening of the 7th, copies of Gen. Grant's dispatch of the surrender of Vicksburg were sent to the headquarters of each regiment with instructions to draw the men up in line and give cheers in honor of the glorious victory, and soon , from right to left, the grand old woods echoed and re-echoed the shouts that went up from glad hearts, and mingled with the thunder of a hundred guns.  The rebels must have been astonished at receiving such a cannonade with nary a shot or shell.  Soon, however, they became aware by the shouts from our lines that Vicksburg had fallen, yet it was hard for them to believe it.  On the 8th, terms of surrender were agreed to and on the 9th our little army marched into the "Key of Vicksburg" as Port Hudson has been called.

The writer did not have but a few moments time to look about, but what he saw on the river front of the capitulated place convinced him that had there been a force of 20,000 men sent here by the rebel leaders, and supplies sufficient for their use, no force that Banks could have brought would ever have prevailed against them. For miles along the river front the bluffs are a hundred feet in height, and perpendicular at that, and the great guns on these bluffs were almost fatal to any ship that came within their range.  I have already told you of the rear defenses of Port Hudson. The only things lacking to make the place invulnerable were men and munitions.

We entered Port Hudson at 9 a.m., and at 3 p.m. Weitzel's brigade, with three others, took steamers for Donaldsonville, where a rebel force had collected with the avowed purpose of taking Fort Butler. After a day's skirmishing, on the 13th July, the rebs withdrew, and returned to the "pines" of Texas.

Donaldsonville, once a beautiful place, is now a heap of ruins. The fire and the sword have twice visited the town since treason first stalked its streets, and now, nothing but its market, its convent, its churches, and a few scattering hovels are left to mark where it stood, save the ruins of its stores and dwellings. When Butler came here, a rebel battery disputed his passage up the river, and for this, shot and shell soon brought the authorities at his feet. A few buildings were destroyed, but the main portion of the village was left. After the recent attack by the rebs on Fort Butler (a few days previous to our arrival) the Major in command, hearing that a larger force was preparing for another attack, ordered all buildings to be burned to prevent their being used as covers for the rebel riflemen.  It was a "military necessity," and thus a town, once the home of affluence is blotted out of existence.

On the 30th July, our brigade had orders to go into summer quarters at Thibodeaux, and accordingly we took up our march for this place, which we reached on the 1st inst.,  We have a very quiet, but for Louisiana, a healthy abiding place for a few months.

Night before last, at half past six, our regiment had its first "dress parade" for several months, and being on other duty I had an opportunity of witnessing the display.  As I looked upon the line drawn up in military precision, I tho't of that other line that used to be the pride of Baltimore and the glory of Chenango and Madison.  I thought of the contracting influence of disease and the battlefield.  I thought of homes made desolate by the iron hand of war, and I thought of other homes that are yet to mourn over loved ones whose lives are to be laid down for their country.  Even now, as I write, my mind is filled with a vision of one.

"Weary, and worn to a skeleton form,"

who, perhaps, e'er this reaches you will be found

"At home in the City of God"

for he is a Christian boy, and his mind is as calm as a summer evening.  I thought of friends and neighbors, and of the aged father and brothers and sisters who will mourn for Robert*, whose feet will never again echo in 

"the home of his childhood's play" 

and I thought of the thousands, aye, the hundreds of thousands, who have laid down their lives with this glorious watchword upon their lips:

"Our glorious Union, now and e'er--

For God And liberty!"

yet it is meet for freeman, when traitors conspire and raise up in arms to tear from them their liberties and their domain, to emulate the deeds

"Of patriots true and brave,"

whose blood bought this land from the tyranny of the English crown, and it is equally patriotic for the aged father and mother, and wife, to give up their sons and husbands for their country's sake, as it is for those sons and husbands to take their lives in their hands and offer them upon the battlefield for their country's rights

Truly, &c,   A.

*Robert Wedge died the 28th day of July of heart disease, in the hospital at Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Marriages (February 13)

Latour - Simmons

Married February 20, 1942, Jersey City, NJ

Announcement has been made of the marriage of Mabel Simmons of Edmeston [Otsego Co., NY] to Francis E. Latour of Norwich [Chenango Co., NY].  The ceremony was solemnized February 20 in St. Paul's church, Jersey City, N.J., by Rev. Walter Guterl.  Attendants were Miss Carrie Lawson and Victor Foley, both of New York.  Mr. and Mrs. Latour will reside in New York.

Landers - Barnes

Married September 17, 1040, Oxford, NY

Oxford [Chenango Co., NY]:  A quiet wedding was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Barnes Tuesday evening at 7:30 when their daughter Irene [Barnes], was united in marriage with Roger W. Landers, son of Mr. and Mrs. Erford Landers. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. Norman Graves, pastor of the Methodist church, in the presence of the immediate families. Their attendants were David Landers, brother of the groom, and Frances Race, friend of the bride. The bride was gowned in sailor blue and wore a corsage of white lilies.  Miss Race wore mulberry with a pink corsage. Refreshments were served following the ceremony after which Mr. and Mrs. Landers left for a trip thru the northern part of the state and the Thousand Islands.  On their return they will begin housekeeping in a newly furnished apartment at 92 Greene street where Mr. Landers is associated with his father in the poultry business. The bride was given a prenuptial shower Saturday evening at the home of Mrs. Frank Mowry.  Mrs. Bernard Tracy was assisting hostess.  The evening was enjoyed with games and the bride-to-be received many useful gifts. Refreshments were served.

Lockwood - Woodard

Married June 3, 1925, Norwich, NY

Miss Bertha Victoria Woodard, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Woodard of this city [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY], and Chester Glenn Lockwood of Utica [Oneida Co., NY], were united in marriage at 9 o'clock Wednesday morning at the home of the bride's sister.  Mrs. Lewis M. Crandall of 29 Mitchell street, the ceremony being performed by the Rev. S.T. Harding, pastor of Calvary Baptist church.  The couple was attended by Mr. and Mrs. Everette Adams, Mrs. Adams being a sister of the bride.  Only the immediate friends and relatives of the contracting parties witnessed the ceremony which was performed under a bridal arch in the parlor.  The bride was attired in a traveling suit of blue.  After the ceremony a wedding breakfast was served the guests, the bridal table being graced with a beautiful wedding cake. The bride is a well known Norwich young woman and holds a responsible position as secretary to the assistant superintendent of the Utica State Hospital. The groom is employed as assistant engineer at the same institution.  The couple left for a trip by motor to Ogdensburg and points along the St. Lawrence river, after which they will reside in Utica.  Prior to their departure they were the victims of several jokes played on them by their friends. The couple have the sincere wishes of their friends for a long and continued wedded life.

Marriage Notices

Chenango American, September 17, 1863

In this town [Greene, Chenango Co., NY], on the 8th ult., by Rev. A.R. Jones, Mr. David T. Winchel to Miss Mary Winchel, all of Greene.

In New Berlin [Chenango Co., NY], on the 15th inst., at the residence of the bride's father, by the Rev. Samuel Scoville, of Norwich, Mr. Samuel A. Hopkins, of Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], to Miss Mary A. Graves, of New Berlin.

In Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], on the 3d inst., by Rev. Wm. Searles, Mr. Sireno W. Miner to Miss Sarah Loesa Berry, all of Norwich.

In Sherburne [Chenango Co., NY], on the 8th inst., by Rev. Mr. Jones, Mr. James Breston, to Miss Abigail E. Warner, all of Sherburne.

In South New Berlin [Chenango Co., NY], on the 10th inst., by Rev. W. Burnside, Mr. Henry Berry, to Miss Ann E. Street, both of Norwich [Chenango Co., NY].

Chenango American, September 24, 1863

In Vernon, N.Y., on the 17th inst., by Rev. Mr. Culver, Mr. Cyrus Hickox, of Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY] to Miss Sabrina Snow, of Vernon [Oneida Co., NY].

Obituaries (February 12)

William Weaver

Chenango American, September 4, 1863

We learn by Clark Rorapaugh, of Southville, a member of the 44th Ellsworth Regiment, who is home on a furlough, that Wm. Weaver, of this village [Greene, Chenango Co., NY], was killed by a shell at the late battle of Bull Run, while aiding in supporting a battery.  He was the first from this town to join the Ellsworth Regiment and was a brave and soldierly lad, from whom we have had good accounts since he entered the service of his country.  His heroic conduct won the praises of both officers and men, and was a source of pride to the town of which he was one of the gallant representatives.  We have none of the particulars of his death, but have no doubt that he met it in the performance of his duty, and that he fell with "his face to the foe."

Agnes May (Wallace) Loomis

Died June 24, 1939, New Berlin, NY

The death of Mrs. Agnes May Loomis occurred at 6 o 'clock Saturday morning at her home on the Chenango lake road.  She was born Nov. 15, 1876, at Christle Run, the daughter of John Wallace and Julia Schofield.  She is survived by her husband, Oscar Loomis and the following sons and daughters:  Anthony Meyer of Norwich, Mrs. Ruth Stockwell of New Berlin, Mrs. Julia Phalen of Syracuse, Miss Nellie Loomis of New Berlin and the following brothers and sisters, Roy S. Wallace of Endicott, Mrs. Nellie Wilson of Oatesville and Dewitt Wallace of Norwich. Funeral services will be held Monday at the Breese funeral Home at 2 o'clock, Rev. Mickael Klinoff officiating, with burial in South New Berlin [Chenango Co., NY].

Augustus E. Loomis

Died September 4, 1938, Norwich, NY

Augustus E. Loomis died suddenly at 43 Rexford street [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY] Sunday afternoon of coronary thrombosis according to the decision of Dr. Leslie T. Kinney, coroner, who was called.  Mr. Loomis, who would have been 90 years of age in October succumbed during a family argument at the home of Ivan Davis.  Mrs. Davis is a daughter of Mr. Loomis.  It appears that Davis and his wife went riding a week ago last Sunday and when he started driving up an unused road on East hill she jumped from the machine.  She received an injury to her shoulder and her husband took her to the hospital. She was released in a day or two and upon arriving home said her husband threatened to cut his throat with a razor.  Mrs. Davis put the razor in her handbag and Sunday afternoon her husband found the bag and contents and started out the rear door of their home.  She called her brother, Coatsworth Loomis, who followed Davis into the back yard.  Loomis grabbed Davis by the arm, and it was reported that as Davis swung at Loomis he dropped the hand bag and Loomis picked it up and went into the house.  During the argument the father was sitting on the front porch but a few minutes later Coatsworth Loomis looked into the front yard and saw Davis holding the father swinging his arms wildly. The son went out into the yard where the two were standing pushed Davis away, and taking hold of his father started to lead him back to the porch. As they reached the steps the father slumped down and was dead before medical aid could reach him.  Meanwhile Davis had gone to police headquarters and asked that a warrant for assault be issued against Coatsworth Loomis.  Officers Ivon Morrell and Donald Auwater went to the Davis home with the warrant but when they arrived Mrs. Davis said her father had just died. District Attorney Lester R. Mosher and Dr. Kinney were then called.  Davis was questioned at police headquarters, but after Dr. Kinney had decided that Loomis died of natural causes Davis was then freed of all blame in connection with the death.  Coatsworth Loomis was directed by City Judge J. William Kepner to report at police headquarters for a hearing after the funeral services of the elder Loomis. The deceased is survived by the son and daughter above mentioned and another son, Oscar Loomis at Chenango lake.  He was born in Hartford, Conn.  Services are to be held Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Breese Funeral home, Rev. Irving J. Beckwith officiating with burial in Sherburne West Hill cemetery [Chenango Co., NY].

Lillian (Kniskern) Lord

Died May 25, 1937, Afton, NY

Mrs. Lillian (Kniskern) Lord, 65 years old, wife of Congressman Bert Lord of the 34th Congressional district, died Monday at her home on Spring street, Afton [Chenango Co., NY], after an illness of six moths.  Her health had not been good for several years, and a few months ago she underwent an operation in Washington. She returned to Afton six weeks ago, accompanied by Mr. Lord.  She was a graduate of Oneonta Normal school and taught 23 years in Afton high school.  Mrs. Lord was born in Delhi [Delaware Co., NY] February 12, 1872, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Nathan L. Kniskern and she married Mr. Lord August 3, 1893.  The only other surviving relative is a sister, Mrs. James Sands of Vallonia Springs.  Congressman and Mrs. Lord were members of the congressional committee that in October, 1935, attended the inauguration of Manuel Quezon as president of the Philippine Islands. The committee later visited Japan. The funeral will be held Friday afternoon at 2:30 from the home. Rev. Frederick Nichols of the Afton Baptist church will officiate and burial will be in Glenwood cemetery, Afton.

Bert Lord

Died May 24, 1939, Washington, DC

Congressman Bert Lord of Afton [Chenango Co., NY], representing the 34th district, comprising the counties of Broome, Chenango, Otsego and Delaware, died at 1 o'clock Wednesday morning at the Naval Hospital, Washington, following a critical illness from a heart ailment.  Mr. Lord, who was 69 years of age, was admitted to the hospital early last week after a heart attack at the World's Fair in New York.  He suffered a second attack Sunday night and another Monday night, terminating in his death.  The body of Congressman Lord will be brought to his home at Afton for burial and funeral services.  His remains are expected to arrive in Binghamton at 6:25 Saturday morning and will then be brought to Afton. Funeral services will be held in the Baptist church at Afton Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock, standard time, with interment in Glenwood cemetery at Afton.  The remains will lay in state in the church from 11 a.m. Saturday until the hour of the funeral.

Always a staunch Republican, Mr. Lord had been more or less in public life since 1910, when he was first elected to membership on the board of supervisors from his home town of Afton.  He continued on the board until February 1915, serving as chairman for two or three years.  Soon after retiring as supervisor Mr. Lord was chosen by the voters of his county to represent them in the state assembly at Albany. After serving in the lower body a few years he was named commissioner of motor vehicles, occupying that position for about two years. When Supervisor L. E. Fredenburg was appointed postmaster at Afton, Mr.  Lord was again selected by his fellow townsmen as their representative on the board of supervisors.  His membership on the board was again terminated when he was returned to the assembly, an office he filled until the death of Senator B. Roger Wales of Binghamton, whom he succeeded in the state senate.  He held the senate post for six years.  After the death of Congressman John D. Clarke and the term of Mrs. Clarke, who was chosen to fill her husband's vacancy had expired, Mr. Lord was again honored and this time elected to the halls of congress.  Congressman Lord was serving his third term when he was stricken.  

Mr. Lord was born in Sanford, Broome county, Dec. 8, 1869, but nearly all his life had been spent in Afton, Chenango county, where for many years he was engaged in business.  He was a member of Afton lodge of Masons and Kalurah Temple of the Shrine.  The only immediate survivor is Mrs. Lord, whom he married about a year ago following the death of his first wife some time ago.  He also leaves several cousins.  Honest and dependable, known as a man of strict integrity, Mr. Lord supported all constructive Republican policies during his long service in public office. He could be depended upon to discharge his duties along the lines he felt his constituents wished.  Not often in the limelight as a speaker in the floor in favor or against any proposed measure it was assured that his vote would be in accord with his convictions on the subject.

During his more than a quarter of a century in public life Bert lord was the sponsor of many important pieces of legislation, a vast amount of which were enacted into laws of this state and nation.  He was always regarded as the champion of the farmer, for he felt he knew the needs of agriculture and it was to that line of thought he devoted his best efforts.  He also stood for highway improvements, and there are several pieces of legislation on this subject which were brought about through the foresight and energy of Bert Lord.  He was always upright in his dealings with his fellow man, and his kindly smile, gentle handshake and sympathetic nature earned him a legion of friends, who always remained true.  He possessed a great following among the voters and during the many times he had been a candidate for office, only a few times was his election ever seriously contested.  He was always sure of his ground for he numbered his friends in all walks of life and each time he was returned to office it was usually by an increased majority.  Chenango county has lost a good friend, and the district an earnest and able representative in the passing of Congressman Lord.  His place will be difficult to fill for his characteristics and makeup were such as to bring him many steadfast friends.

By his death a vacany exists in this district, and it will probably mean the calling of a special election by the governor to select a congressman. At the time Congressman Clarke died the Congressional committees of the four counties assembled and designated candidates of the major parties. to be voted for at the special election called for that purpose, and this procedure may be followed in this instance by Governor Lehman.  District Attorney Lester R. Mosher of New Berlin and Edward F. Devine of this city are members of the congressional committee from Chenango county.  An authority on this subject says the governor may or may not call a special election.  It could not be called in less than 30 days. The vacancy to be filled will be from the date of the election until January 3, 1941.  If no special election is called, a congressman will be elected at the general election and hold office from November 7 1939 to January 3, 1941.

Besides being congressman Bert Lord was also chairman of the Chenango county Republican committee and a vacancy is now created in that position which members of the county committee will be called upon to fill.  During all his long life Mr. Lord was active in Republican politics not only in Chenango county but throughout the Southern Tier.  He had often served as party delegate to many conventions and held numerous positions of trust and confidence.  His death will be mourned by a wide circle of friends in this district and in the halls of congress where he was well known and well liked by his associates.

Death Notices

Chenango American, July 30, 1863

At Vicksburgh, Miss., on the 16th inst., of typhoid fever, Mr. Smith R. Wheeler, formerly of Oxford [Chenango Co., NY], aged 22 years.

In Brashear City, La., may 1st, Mr. Isaac H. Brewster, of Co. H, 114th Reg., formerly of Smithville [Chenango Co., NY], aged 20 years.

In Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], on the 27th inst., Mrs. Lydia Graves, wife of David Graves, aged 52 years.

In Binghamton [Broome Co., NY], on the 25th inst., Mr. G. Eugene Overhiser, eldest son of Rev. G.C. and D.B. Overhiser, aged 21 years, 4 months and 9 days.

"Blessed is that servant who, when his Lord cometh, shall be found so doing."

In Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY], on the 28d ult., of diptheria, Addie [Merritt], aged 7 years and 1 month; and on the 11th inst., of the same disease, Charlie [Merritt] aged 8 years, 8 months--only children of Mrs. Mary A. Merritt, widow of the late Emmet Merritt.

Return of Co. H, 17th Regiment N.Y.V. - 1863

Return of Co. H, 17th Regiment New York Volunteers

Chenango American, June 18, 1863

What was left of the eighty men who left this County [Chenango Co., NY] in Co. H, 17th Regt. N.Y.S.V., returned home during the last week, having been honorably discharged. Their names are as follows:

Thomas Allen, Samuel W. Williams, Lyman Graves, Norwich

Cyrus Cook, Thomas Tracy, Albert Cady, Charles Petit , Sherburne

George Nichols, Frank Gomes, Stephen Figary, Oxford

Burdett Fisher, North Norwich

Smith Blackman, Plymouth

Hiram Scranton, Pitcher

M.A. Hotchkiss, Smithville,

Alfred Squires, Greene

Henry E. Riper, Lorenzo Tefft, Delos Gazely, Smyrna

Edwin S. Button, Preston

Isaac Hendricksen, Pharsalia

Lieut. George Moore who enlisted in New York has also returned home to this place.

The boys look well and hearty, and seem to have enjoyed their "picnic" as some of them termed it, right well.  None of the original commissioned officers were with the Company at its discharge.

Nobly has the 17th done its duty, and Chenango may well be proud of the brave boys who have returned again to her borders after having spent two long years in the country's service.  The battlefields of Yorktown, Hanover Court House, Gaines' Hill, Malvern Hill, 2d Bull Run, Antietam. Shepardstown Ford, Fredericksburg and Chancellersville attest their valor and bravery.  Their memory will be cherished by all lovers of liberty as the first who responded to the call of our country in its hour of peril.  We cheerfully take them by the hand and feel that they are of the loyal defenders of our country's honor.--Norwich Telegraph.

Obituaries (February 11)

Benjamin Welch, Jr.

Chenango American, April 16, 1863

Commissary General Welch died at Clifton Springs on the 14th inst., aged 44 years.  He was a resident of this county [Chenango Co., NY], where he commenced his Editorial career at Oxford, about 1840.  He was soon transferred to the Oneida Democrat, and subsequently to the Buffalo Republic.  He was a vigorous political writer, and possessed much influence among his associates.  Some years since he was elected State Treasurer, and for the last four years has held the office of Commissary General of the State.  About a year since he entered active service in the Army as a member of Gen. Pope's Staff, and was present at the engagements of that officer in front of Washington.  His health for some years past has been frail, his exposure in that campaign left his system a prey to typhoid disease from which he has never recovered. We learn that his funeral will take palce from the residence of his father in this village [Greene, Chenango Co., NY] on the 17th inst.

Benjamin Welch, Sr.

Chenango American, August 6, 1863

Benjamin Welch died at his residence in this village [Greene, Chenango Co., NY], on Friday evening last, aged 75 years.  Mr. Welch was born in Rhinebeck, Dutchess Co., N.Y.  His early years were passed in Kingston, Ulster county, where he resided until the spring of 1837 when he removed to this county [Chenango Co., NY].  Though living a life of quiet retirement, devoting himself to agricultural pursuits, Mr. Welch, was not unknown to a large circle of friends among whom he was highly respected and esteemed for his dignity of character, uprightness and strict integrity.  Under his careful training a large family has been reared to excellence and usefulness, some of them filling high and honorable stations in the service to the State and Nation.  About fifteen years since Mr. Welch, in somewhat feeble health, removed to this village [Greene, NY], where he resided until the time of his death. The loss of his son Benj. Welch, Jr., who a few weeks since fell a victim to the cause of his country, preyed heavily upon the old man's mind, already enfeebled by disease, and gradually declining, this venerable sire peacefully passed away to his final rest.

Colonel Elisha Brown Smith

Chenango American, July 16, 1863

By a dispatch from Lieut. E.P. Pellet, received on Wednesday, our citizens were informed that the body of Col. Smith had reached New York, and that it would be brought to Chenango Forks on Friday morning.  Preparations were made for meeting it there, and on Thursday a number of gentlemen went down to act as an escort to accompany the remains to Norwich [Chenango Co., NY].  The body reached the Forks at about 9 p.m. on Friday, and was taken in charge by the committee from here.

On the way up the valley demonstrations of respect and sorrow were made at Greene and Oxford by a general turn out of the people.  At Greene the procession was met at the south bounds of the village by the Masonic Fraternity and by the Fire Department, as well as by a large number of other citizens, and these, with a military band accompanied the remains as far north as the bridge over the canal. As the procession moved through the village, the church bells were tolled and the heavy sound of cannon awoke the mournful echoes of the hills which surround the early home of the lamented Colonel.  It is due to the citizens of Greene to say that they twice turned out in this manner to do honor to the remains.  It was first expected that the body would be brought up the valley on Thursday morning, and they then assembled to escort it through their village.  At Oxford the people were found gathered together when the procession came up, and accompanied by these, the remains were borne slowly and solemnly through the town, its coming and going marked by the tolling of bells and the firing of cannon.

The approach of the procession to Norwich was announced by the firing of one gun, at about six o'clock, and immediately the people began to move towards the south to meet it.  Carriages and foot passengers thronged the streets all the way down to the Cemetery, and when the remains passed the creek bridge they were followed by at least one hundred carriages and by hundreds of people on foot.  The body was taken to the Court House, and it lay in the large hall, in state, until the hour appointed, on Sunday, for conveying it to its last resting place.  While the coffin lay in the Court House, it and the hall were decorated in a very tasteful manner by the ladies of the village.

The fact that the funeral ceremonies would take place on Sunday at one o'clock had been announced to the people of all parts of the adjoining country, and at an early hour on that day the village began to be filled.  Emblems of mourning were displayed on many buildings, and flags draped in black were hung out by all who possessed them.  At a quarter to one o'clock the body was taken from the Court House to the hearse, and conveyed to the residence of the widow of the lamented soldier, accompanied by a vast concourse of people.  Immediately after it followed the firemen to the number of at least five hundred.  Companies were present from Oxford, Sherburne, Smyrna, and these, with the two Norwich Companies, made up the number. After these came members of the Masonic Fraternity from Greene, Oxford, Bainbridge, Sherburne, Hamilton, New Berlin, Unadilla and Norwich, in all numbering something over four hundred.  The coffin was not taken from the hearse at Mrs. Smith's residence. Rev. Samuel Scoville read a portion of the scriptures and made a short but very impressive prayer, when the procession returned to the front of the Court House. There an eloquent prayer was offered up by Rev. Mr. Benedict, followed by remarks by Mr. Scoville.  During the ceremonies the immense audience was deeply affected, and the voice of lamentation and sorrow was heard on every hand.

At the close of the Ceremonies in front of the Court House the remains were given into the charge of the Masons, to be by them borne to the grave and deposited therein according to the rites and ceremonies of the Order. The number of people that followed the body to the cemetery could not have been less than five thousand.

Those who have been present during the burial exercises of the Masonic Fraternity know how beautiful and impressive they are, and how eloquent each word is of the sorrow that finds its way to utterance from the wrung heart of each bereaved brother as he says his last farewell over the grave of one with whom he had close fellowship in life, and these can appreciate the feelings of the multitude who gathered around the spot where the earthly part of Col. Elisha B. Smith was laid--a spot that will be forever sacred to those who love their country and the memory of its defenders. At the close of the Masonic Ceremonies a prayer full of feeling and earnest supplication, was offered b Rev. Mr. Searles, and then the people slowly separated.

Rev. William L. Gilman

Chenango American, August 13, 1863

Rev. Wm. L. Gilman, formerly a native of Greene in this county [Chenango Co., NY], and well known by many of our citizens, recently died near Gettysburg.  He graduated at Canton, in the class of 1862, and soon enlisted as a private in the 32d Massachusetts Volunteers.  At the battle of Gettysburg, while lying on the ground with his Regiment, he was struck near his left knee with a Minnie ball which passed through the limb and would have entered his breast, had it not come in contact with a Testament which he had in his pocket. The limb was amputated and for several days bade fair to heal successfully, but a hemorrhage set in which closed his career. Thus has the life of another Christian and patriot been sacrificed on the altar of our common country.  He proved himself willing to support by his works, what he taught with his lips, and in defense of those principals he has given his life.  His memory will be sacred to all who knew him, especially to his brethren in the ministry.  A Christian, a soldier, and a patriot has gone to rest. The Ruler of the nations of the earth has granted him a furlough from all earthly duty, and permitted him to enter into that rest which the bugle notes of war can never disturb.--Oxford Times

Charles D. Follett

Chenango American, August 13, 1863

Charles D. Follett, of Pitcher [Chenango Co., NY], Captain of Co. K, 8th N.Y. Cavalry, who was shot from his horse in the Gettysburg battle and taken prisoner, has since died of his wounds.

Franklin K. Garland

Chenango American, August 13, 1863

Franklin K. Garland of Sherburne [Chenango Co., NY], Lt. of Co. B, 61st Regiment N.YV., who was shot through the lung on the second day's Gettysburg fight, died on the 4th July.

Marriages (February 10)

Brooker - Bowers

Married July 2, 1917, North Norwich, NY

The home of Mr. and Mrs. James Bowers at North Norwich [Chenango Co., NY] was the scene of a happy wedding party on Monday July 2, when their daughter Miss Ada [Bowers], a well known school teacher, was united in marriage to Menzo Brooker of New Berlin [Chenango Co., NY].  The ceremony was performed in the presence of the families and a few friends by Rev. R.L. Clark of this city.

Brookins - Wilkes

Married January 15, 1930, Norwich, NY

At the First Congregational church Wednesday afternoon, Jan. 15, Nettie A. Wilkes and Arthur G. Brookins, both of North Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], were united in marriage.  The ceremony was performed by the pastor, Rev. D.G. DeBoer.  Fire Chief L.C. Brookins of this city, a brother of the groom was one of the witnesses to the ceremony.  Sarah Wilkes, also of this city was an attendant.  Mr. and Mrs. Brookins have the congratulations of many friends  They will reside on a farm in North Norwich.  

Brookins - Cook

Married December 25, 1935, South New Berlin, NY

Norwich [Chenango Co., NY]:  The belated news of the marriage of Leland Brookins, chief of the Norwich Police Department, and Miss Mildred M. Cook of Greene [Chenango Co., NY], reached Norwich today.  The wedding took place at the Baptist church parsonage at South New Berlin on Christmas Day and was performed by the Rev. Clinton H. Skinner, pastor of the church.  Chief Brookins has been absent from his office this week enjoying an enforced vacation due to a deficiency in the police budget.  Each member of the force has taken a week's vacation in order that the depleted budget be met.

Breed - Doody

Married May 20, 1940, Norwich, NY

Norwich [Chenango Co., NY]:  Miss Emma Helen Doody, Daughter of Mrs. Eugene Doody of Norwich, and Douglas Martin Breed of Elmira were married at St. Paul's Chruch [Norwich] this morning by the Rev. Charles M. Coveney.  Mrs. John Sanford of Norwich, sister of the bride, and John Sanford were attendants.  Miss Sadie Quinn, organist at St. Paul's, gave a recital preceding the Nuptial Mass and Mrs. Lewis Phelps and Franklin Batie sang.  The bride wore an ensemble of cocoa colored crepe with a wool coat to match, cocoa straw hat, gloves and shoes in beige and a corsage of talisman roses.  Both bride and groom are graduates of Norwich High School.  Mr. Breed, son of F. Randall Breed of Norwich, also is a graduate of St. Bonaventure College.  After June 1, Mr. and Mrs. Breed will live at 365 West Clinton Street, Elmira.  

Brookins - Cosens

Married October 12, 1941, Sherburne, NY

At 2 o'clock Sunday afternoon, Oct. 12, in Christ's Episcopal church Sherburne [Chenango Co., NY], a quiet but pretty wedding was solemnized by the Rev. Herbert W. Lamb, Jr., when Miss Evelyn Grace Cosens, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William A. Cosens of Sherburne, became the bride of Corporal Louis E. Brookins, son of Police Chief Leland and Olive Brookins of Norwich.  The double ring ceremony was used. The couple were attended by Mrs. Elizabeth A. Mundey sister of the bride, and William Brookins, brother of the groom.  Little Miss Lorna Dee Tillapaugh, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Tillapaugh of King Settlement, and a niece of the bride, was flower girl.  The bride was attired in a dress of soldier blue silk rayon crepe with soldier blue and wine accessories and wore a corsage of yellow roses and pink sweet peas with maiden hair ferns. The maid of honor chose a dress of wine silk rayon crepe with tan and brown accessories and wore a corsage of pink carnations and white chrysanthemums with maiden hair ferns. The little flower girl wore a dress and bonnet of wine velvet trimmed with white lace and carried a basket of baby white chrysanthemums, pink sweet peas and velvet pansies. The bride received her education in the Sherburne central school and is an employee of the Utica Knitting Co. of Sherburne. The groom is a graduate of South New Berlin high school and is now a corporal in the United States army signal corp stationed at Fort Monmouth, N.J.  The groom was dressed in the U.S. Army uniform.  Both the bride and groom are well and favorably known and much respected in this community.  The many friends wish them a long and happy wedded life. A wedding lunch was served at the home of the bride's parents.  The newlyweds received many beautiful and useful gifts.  They left on a wedding trip and will make their future home at long Branch, N.J.

Marriage Notices

Chenango American, July 16, 1863

In this town [Greene, Chenango Co., NY], on the 4th inst.., by Rev. J.W. Matterson, Mr. Zeal Paddleford, to Miss Mary E. Loop, both of Colesville [Broome Co., NY].

In Oxford [Chenango Co., NY], on the 11th inst., by Rev. L.E. Spafford, Mr. F. Russell Stork, of Coventry [Chenango Co., NY], to Miss Eliza A. Japhet, of Oxford.

In Smyrna [Chenango Co., NY], on the 7th inst., by Rev. T.M. Williams, Mr. Levi G. Stanbro, to Miss Lucy Knowles, all of Smyrna.

Chenango American, July 23, 1863

In Oxford [Chenango Co., NY], on the 18th inst., by Rev. D. Ballou, Mr. Amos F. Hall, of this town [Greene, Chenango Co., NY], to Miss Frances A. Hackett, of German [Chenango Co., NY].

Chenango American, August 6, 1863

In South New Berlin [Chenango Co., NY], on the 26th ult., by C. Babcock, Mr. John Henry Wiswell of North Norwich [Chenango Co., NY] to Miss Anna P. Titus, of Plymouth [Chenango Co., NY].

In Sherburne [Chenango co., NY], on the 2d inst., by Rev. W. Peck, Mr. R.E. Crandall, of Columbus [Chenango Co., NY], to Miss Sarah A. Shepard, of Sherburne.

Obituaries (February 9)

Lila Aldrich

Chenango Telegraph, November 6, 1942

Mrs. Lila Aldrich, age 71, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 4 at the Maple Park Home, Vernon Center, after a long illness.  She is survived by her husband, Lester Aldrich, one daughter, Mrs. Robert Patton of Oneonta, two sons, William Aldrich of Seneca Falls, Marshal Aldrich of Washington, D.C., and one brother, Jesse Norton of  Norwich. The funeral will be held at The Maple Park Home at 1p.m. Friday with burial in the White Store cemetery [Norwich, Chenango co., NY].

Elof Olson

Died November 5, 1936, New Berlin, NY

Funeral services for Elof Olson, who died suddenly Thursday, November 5, 1936, were held from the Dakin Funeral home at New Berlin [Chenango Co., NY] at 2 o'clock, Rev. H.H. Hadley, rector of St. Andrew's church, officiating.  Burial was in Fairview cemetery.  Mr. Olson was born June 7, 1884, in Halland, Sweden, the son of August and Elize Olson.  He had been a resident of this country for 31 years and a successful farmer, residing on New Berlin West Hill.  November 15, 1909, he was united in marriage with Anenda Benson, who, with two children, Mrs. Adolph Kun and Miss Bernice Olson, survive.  He leaves also his mother, a sister and two stepbrothers, all residing in Sweden.  Mr. Olson was a member of North Star lodge of the Scandinavian Fraternity of Mexico.  He was well known and a resident of high respect.  His passing is a distinct loss to the community.

John Phetteplace

Died July 23, 1929, Norwich, NY

John Phetteplace, 81 years old, died at the Chenango Memorial Hospital [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY], Tuesday night at 6:15 from injuries received June 29, when he was hit by a car driven by Harold Izard of Sherburne in front of Grove Park, north of this city.  The aged man was crossing the road to Quinn's Riding Academy and did not notice the oncoming car.  Mr. Izard turned sharply but not quick enough to avoid hitting Mr. Phetteplace.  However, the car was stopped within 50 feet showing the driver was not going at excessive speed.  Injuries to his head, a broken left shoulder and bruises were sustained by Mr. Phetteplace and these are attributed to be the cause of his death.  He had been at the hospital since the occurrence of the accident about three and a half weeks ago.  Surviving Mr. Phetteplace are two daughters: Mr. James Hollenbeck of Kirkville with whom he had resided up to the time of his accident, Mrs. Ida Smith of Syracuse; one son, Arthur Phetteplace of Norwich, four nephews, Benjamin, Willard, and Olin Phetteplace of Norwich, and Mahlon Phetteplace of Johnson City, and two  nieces, the Misses Addie and Jennie Phetteplace of Norwich. Funeral services for Mr. Phetteplace will be held at the home of his nephew, Willard B. Phetteplace, 9 Elm street, at 2 o'clock, Friday afternoon.  Burial will be made at White Store cemetery [Norwich].

Phyllis M. Nichols

Died March 23, 1940, Norwich, NY

Norwich [Chenango Co., NY]:  Following a brief illness, Miss Phyllis M. Nichols, 13, daughter of Ward H. and Dorothy King Nichols of 11-A Court Street, died Saturday afternoon at Chenango Memorial Hospital. Born in New Berlin [Chenango Co., NY] June 28, 1927, she had resided in this city for the last 11 years. After completing the five grades of the Cortland Street School, she entered the sixth last fall at Rexford Street School.  She was a member of the First Baptist Sunday school and Troop 6 of the Girl Scouts. Besides her parents survivors are one sister, Beverly A. Nichols, and her maternal grandmother, Mrs. Mary King, of this city, and her paternal grandfather, Frank Nichols of Edmeston. The body will rest at the George J. Devine funeral home until 1:30 Tuesday afternoon.  Services will be held in First Baptist Church at 2 o'clock.  The pastor, the Rev. James K. Romeyn, will officiate. Burial will be in Mt. Hope Cemetery [Norwich].

Death Notices

Chenango American, July 16, 1963

In Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], on the 9th inst., Mrs. Susan B. Ray, widow of Levi Ray, jr., aged 71 years.

In Smyrna [Chenango Co., NY], on the 6th inst., Mr. John Merrihew, aged 84 years.

At the Hospital, New Orleans, Mr. Liberty White, a member of Co. I, 114th Rev., N.Y.S.V., aged 31 years.

In Triangle [Broome Co., NY], on the 11th inst., Mr. Morgan Jones, aged about 39 years.

Chenango American, July 23, 1863

In Oxford [Chenango Co., NY], on the 20th inst., Thomas A. Barber, aged 20 years.

In Oxford [Chenango Co., NY], on the 15th inst., Mr. Harrington Wilcox aged 80 years.

In Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], on the 21st inst., Matilda A. [Button], wife of Henry Button, aged 34 years.

In Plymouth [Chenango Co., NY], on the 9th inst., Mr. James C. Worden, … in the U.S. Navy, aged 45 years.

In Mt. Upton [Chenango Co., NY], on the 19th inst., Mr. Zadock Chamberlin, aged 76 years.