Marriages (March 14)

Rosher - Mulligan

Married June 17, 1939, Norwich, NY

Miss Mary Agnes Mulligan, daughter of Joseph P. mulligan of 62 Rexford street [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY], and Michael Rosher of Oneonta [Otsego Co., NY] were united in marriage Saturday night at 6:30 o'clock at St. Paul's church [Norwich]. Rev. Francis Murphy, assistant pastor of St. Paul's, performed the ceremony.  Attending the bride was Miss Dorothy Short, of Oneonta, while Anthony Rosher, of Oneonta, acted as his brother's best man.  Following the ceremony, a reception was held at the bride's home for the bridal party and close friends. The couple left Saturday night for a wedding trip to the New York World's Fair.  Upon their return, Mr. and Mrs. Rosher will reside in Oneonta.   Mr. Rosher is employed at the Fox Memorial Hospital, in Oneonta, where Mrs. Rosher has been associated with the nursing staff.

Rose - Carpenter

Married February 14, 1942, White Store, NY

Bernard E. Rose, son of Mr. and Mrs. Elwyn C. Rose of White Store [Chenango Co., NY] and Miss Arleen E. Carpenter, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Carpenter of Mt. Upton [Chenango Co., NY], were united in marriage at the Rose home on Saturday evening, Feb. 14th, by the Rev. Louis V.S. Hutton. Several relatives and friends were present.  Mr. Rose is a certified construction worker and has joined the U.S Army and is leaving for South America in the near future where he expects to teach others in that respective line. The good wishes of the community go with the happy couple.

Walrath - Guile

Married September 24, 1937, Massena, NY

Miss Ula Guile, daughter of Mrs. Clayton Smith of Oxford [Chenango Co., NY] became the bride of Eugene Walrath, son of Mr. and Mrs. William Walrath of 261 Medford Road, Syracuse [Onondaga Co., NY], at the home of the bride's aunt, Mrs. Edward Tefft, Massena, N.Y. [St. Lawrence Co.], at three o'clock, Friday, Sept. 24. Rev. Kenneth Stewart pastor of Kirkville Methodist church, read the services.  Mrs. Wallace Ford was matron of honor, and Wallace Ford was best man.  Mrs. Tanner of Kirkville payed the wedding music and her sister, Mrs. Ray Nolta, sang "O Promise Me" and "I Love You Truly."  The bride was given in marriage by her uncle, Edward Tefft. She wore white silk organdy and lace with a halo of gardenias and white accessories and carried pink roses.  Her attendant wore pink silk organdy with white accessories and carried pink gladioli. A reception followed the ceremony after which the happy couple left for a short trip thru the Adirondacks. They will live at 261 Medford Road, Syracuse.  Their many friends wish the much happiness.

Roberts - Wilkes

Married January 31, 1942

On Saturday, January 31, Miss Phyllis Wilkes of North Norwich [Chenango Co., NY] and Frederick Roberts were married by the Rev .Whitney Ward. Attendants were Miss Charlotte Wilkes, sister of the bride, and Whitney Ward, Jr.,  After a reception at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Snover, the bride and groom left for their new home at Mohawk, N.Y.

Rickes - Kinne

Married June 28, 1930, Oneonta, NY

In a quiet wedding solemnized Saturday afternoon at 3 o'clock at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. Ralph Kinne, 107 Elm street, Oneonta [Otsego Co., NY], by Rev. Dr. Edson J. Farley of the First Baptist church, Miss Winnifred Esther Kinne became the bride of Henry Anton Rickes, Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. H.A. Rickes of Pleasantville [Westchester Co., NY].  Following an automobile tour of the state, the young couple will be at home at 99 Smith avenue, Mt. Kisco, where the congratulations and best wishes of wide circles of friends will attend them.. The bride is a graduate of Oneonta High school, in the class of 1924, and of the Oneonta Normal school, class of 1927.  For the past three years she has been a teacher in the public schools at Mt. Kisco. The groom completed his high school work at Pleasantville and has been connected for some time with the Swartout and Buxon company of New York city. The Kinne family formerly lived in Gilbertsville and will be remembered by many friends - Otsego Journal

Marriage Notices

Chenango American, February 4, 1864

At Chenango Forks [Broome Co., NY], on the evening of the 31st ult., by Rev. Jas. D. Webster, Mr. Oliver Walton, to Miss Sarah E. Lackey, all of the above named place.

In Clinton, Oneida Co., on the 13th ult., by Rev. A. Aldman, Mr. John G. Stevens of Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], to Miss Sarah Lewis, of Clinton.

In Preston [Chenango Co., NY], on the 19th ult., by Rev. A. Lewis, Mr. Bruce A. Borden, to Miss Olive l. Button.

Chenango American, February 11, 1864

At the residence of the bride's father, in Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], on the 5th inst., by Rev. Mr. Searls, Mr. H.H. Pike, of North Norwich, to Miss A. R. Trumble of Norwich.

At the residence of the bride's father, in Smyrna [Chenango Co., NY], on the 4th inst., by Rev. T.M. Williams, First Lieut. Eugene H. Corey, of the 5th Reg. Conn. Vols. to Miss Sylvia A. Lawson, daughter of S.C. Lawson, Esq. of Smyrna.

In Oxford [Chenango Co., NY], on the 4th inst., by Rev. W.T. Potter, Mr. Edward Tucker, to Miss Mary E. Hemenway, all of Oxford.

Chenango American, February 18, 1864

In Coventry [Chenango Co., NY], on the 10th inst., by Rev. Wm. A. Smith, James H. Barnes, of Binghamton [Broome Co., NY], to Jane Eliza [Miner] daughter of Gideon Miner, of Coventry.

In Butternuts, Otsego Co., on the 11th inst., by Rev. E. Cope, Mr. Nelson D. Davis, of Cato [Cayuga co., NY], to Miss Julia E. Baker of Guilford [Chenango Co., NY].

Obituaries (March 13)

Frank P. Gibson

Died January 27, 1939, Norwich, NY

Following a brief illness, the death of Frank P. Gibson occurred early Friday at the Chenango Memorial Hospital [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY].  Mr. Gibson, who resided at 148 East Main street, was 80 years of age.  He was a native of Greene [Chenango Co., NY] where he was born Dec. 25, 1858, but had resided in Norwich for the past 60 years.  Well and favorably known, he was employed for a period of 58 years by the N.Y.O.&W. R.R. as a carpenter and bridge builder.  He retired in July, 1937, and until his death maintained his wide acquaintance and popularity in railroad circles.  He was a member of the Eagles, the O. and W. Veterans Association and also Emmanuel Episcopal church. Besides his wife, Mrs. Anna Williams Gibson, there survive five grandchildren, Varley Gibson, Mrs. Jack VanName, Louis and Rolland Johnson, all of Norwich and Mrs. Richard Williams of Binghamton; one niece, Mrs. Linn Brigham of Preston, also one great grandchild. Funeral services are to be held Sunday afternoon at 2:30 in Emmanuel Episcopal church with the rector, Rev. Lloyd S. Carters, officiating. Burial will be made in the family plot at Mt. Hope cemetery. The body will rest at the George J. Devine Funeral Home on South Broad street until the hour of the service, where friends wishing to call are invited to do so at any time.

Carl Genter

Died April 10, 1940, Norwich, NY

Carl Genter, 17, former King Settlement [Chenango Co., NY] resident, seriously burned in an automobile accident November 24, last, died at the Chenango Memorial Hospital here Wednesday afternoon. The body was removed to the Breese Funeral Home awaiting funeral arrangements. The son of Mrs. Fred Genter, his death is the second tragedy to strike that family within a comparatively short time. The youth was given several blood transfusions in an effort to save his life. A passenger in a car with his brother, the young man suffered first and second degree burns when the car was ditched as a tire blew out. An explosion of the gasoline tank sent flaming liquid over his body and burns resulted from the waist down.  On the night of March 9, his father, Fred Genter, distracted by the prolonged suffering of his son, ended his life in the kitchen of the family home, by shooting. Funeral arrangements for the young man have not been completed. Besides his mother he is survived by the following brothers and sisters: Donald, residing in Arkansas; Bernice, Russell, Helen and George Genter.

Dr. Kasson Church Gibson

Norwich Sun, December 28, 1925

Dr. Kasson Church Gibson, brother of S.J. Gibson of this city, died suddenly at his home in New York Christmas day. Dr. Gibson, who was 75 years of age, was seldom if ever ill and had been in excellent health of late.  He was a dentist by profession and had practiced in New York for more than 50 years.  He was considered a skillful dentist, and had specialized on fractures of the jaw bone.  His patients numbered many prominent and professional men in New York, among them being the late Grover Cleveland.  Dr. Gibson was born in South New Berlin [Chenango Co., NY], the son of Dr. and Mrs. Stanford C. and Sarah Chruch Gibson. Early in life he went to new York to study dentistry.  He was a personal and intimate friend of the late Dr. J. Bryant.  Dr. Gibson was first married to Grace Beardsley of New Berlin, who died several years ago.  An only son Edwin Bryant Gibson died in infancy. For his second wife, Dr. Gibson married Grace Smith in New York, and she survives. Besides the brother named there also survive two sisters, Mattie Thompson of Silver street, and Mrs. Nettie Eccleston of Whitesboro, and a half brother, Prin. Charles Gibson of the Theodore Roosevelt junior high school in Syracuse.  Funeral services were held Monday and were privately conducted.

Death Notices

Chenango American, December 24, 1863

Mr. Frederick Hollister, formerly of Utica [Oneida Co., NY], and at that time one of the most extensive and widely known business men of the central part of the State, died in the city of New York on the 16th inst.

Chenango American, February 4, 1864

In Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY], on the 1st, inst., Mr. Marshall Newton, aged 69 years.

At White Store, in Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], on the 1st inst., Wilmarth Peters, aged 79 years, 10 months and 14 days.

In Sherburne [Chenango Co., NY], on the 26th ult., Mrs. Mary Bingham, aged 81 years and 9 months.

In Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], on the 1st inst., Blin Harris, M.D., aged 54 years.

At Mount Upton [Chenango Co., NY], on the 20th ult., Mrs. Almeda Graves, wife of Chauncey S. Graves.

Chenango American, February 11, 1864

At Abington, Mass., suddenly, on the 28th ult., after a lingering illness, Jennie E. [Peirce], wife of the late Wm. T.G. Peirce, fo Boston, and daughter of Weston Holcomb, Esq., of this village, aged 35 years.

We know that thou art dwelling,

By the living crystal stream;

And thy gentle footsteps wander

Where the golden pavements gleam;

And we know that we shall meet thee,

When we pass the mystic gate;

Yes, in Heaven, we shall greet thee,

But it seems so long to wait.

In Oxford [Chenango Co., NY], on the 3d inst., Susan Hyde [Tracy], wife of the Hon. John Tracy, aged 76 years.

In Smithville [Chenango Co., NY], on the 3d inst., of scarlet fever, Hiram Eugene [Stratton], only child of Thomas J. and Ruth I. Stratton, aged 3 years, 4 months, and 24 days.

Obituaries (March 12)

Walter S. Gardner

Died September 15, 1922, Edmeston, NY

Walter S. Gardner, formerly a resident of this city, about 42 years of age, was plunged 32 feet to the ground at Edmeston [Otsego co., NY] Friday, suffering injuries from which he died about three hours later, when the scaffold upon which he was working broke.  He sustained a broken shoulder, one hip bone was smashed and he suffered severely from internal injuries.  He had been engaged as a painter at the feed store of D.F. Talbot & Son, and about  noon the scaffold upon which he was working broke. The deceased was the son of Orlando and Almedia (Barrett) Gardner and spent his life in this vicinity, having been a farmer for a number of years, later being engaged as a merchant, having owned stores in West Oneonta and Gilbertsville.  About a year ago he left Oneonta, where he spent the preceding two years, to take up his home in Edmeston.  He was married 23 years ago to Rena Fish, who survives him.  He also leaves an adopted son, Maurice, residing at home, one brother, Daniel B. of this city, and a sister, Mrs. J. F. Wheeler of Morris.  He is survived by many cousins, among them being S.B. Gardner, Lynn L Gardner, William P. Gardner and James Falls, together with many others residing in the middle west.  Mr. Gardner was a member of the First Baptist church and was also a member of the Masonic fraternity. The funeral will be held in Edmeston this afternoon at 1:30.  Burial will be in Edmeston. Three nieces, Mrs. Benjamin Beardsley of Norwich, Mrs. Agnes Smith of Morris and Miss Ethel E. Gardner of Oneonta, also survive.--Oneonta Star.

William Garratt

Died December 5, 1940, New Berlin, NY

William Garratt, expert gardener, and employed by the late Willis Sharpe Kilmer of Binghamton, for 30 years, as a gardener, died Thursday, at the home of his granddaughter, Mrs. Harold Rowe, after an extended illness of six weeks, infirmities of old age caused his death.  Mr. Garratt was born in Godrich, Canada, May 8, 1854, the son of William and Lois Davis Garratt.  He spent his childhood in Canada, but the greater part of his life he had lived in Binghamton. He retired from the employment of Mr. Kilmer about six years ago, and was one of the beneficiaries under the Klimer will.  Mr. Garratt was united in marriage with Anna Wanzer in 1874.  She died in 1922.  One son, Winfield Garratt, beside the granddaughter, survives, with a great granddaughter, Alice Rowe.  Funeral services were held at the Dakin funeral parlor in New Berlin at 1:30 Saturday afternoon, with Rev. Nelson F. Parke officiating.  Interment was made in Prospect Hill cemetery, Sidney [Delaware Co., NY]. Acting as bearers were Benjamin Rowe, Ellsworth Rowe, Edward Coffin, Robert Almstead, John King and Leon Dixson.

Ellsworth Gavett

Died August 4, 1937, New Berlin, NY

Mr. Ellsworth Gavett, 74, died very suddenly at his home on West street, this village, Wednesday morning, at about 6:30 o'clock.  He had risen, as usual, built a fire and taken care of his poultry, then returning to the house he was stricken suddenly by over exertion causing heart trouble.  Mr. and Mrs. Gavett had not been very well for some time.  Last year Mrs. Gavett fell in her home and broke her hip. She is able to get about in a wheel chair. They were alone at the time of Mr. Gavett's death.  Ellsworth Gavett was born October 20, 1863, in the town of Hardenburg, Ulster county, N.Y., one of seven children of John B. Gavett and Antionette Hood.  Four sisters, Mrs. Cora Barker, of California, Mrs. Moie Dickerson, of Hartwick, N.Y., Mrs. Eva Archer, of Walton, N.Y., Mrs. Edna Williams, of Downsville, N.Y., and the brother, Nector Gavett, of Walton, survive. Fifty years in September 14, 1887, Mr. Gavett married Sarah A. Tripp who survives. Sixteen years ago they purchased their present home of John Parker and moved here from Delaware county,and since coming here have made many friends who are saddened to learn of their sorrow. The deceased was a member of the Methodist church in this village and was one of the trustees.  The funeral will be held from the home Friday afternoon at 1 o'clock, with burial in the family plot in the cemetery at Walton.

Chenango American, January 28, 1864

In Omro, Winebago Co., Wis., on the 27th ult., Mulberry Whitmarsh, formerly of this town [Greene, Chenango Co., NY], aged 73 years and 9 months.

In Lisle [Broome Co., NY], on the 12th inst., Mrs. Mary [Harrington], wife of Benjamin Harrington, formerly of this town [Greene, NY], aged 72 years.

In Oxford [Chenango Co., NY], on the 25th inst., Ettie M. Jackson, youngest daughter of Levi and Caroline Jackson, aged 12 years, 7 months and 6 days.

In Oxford [Chenango Co., NY], on the 11th inst., Theodore Lovell, youngest son of Milo and Abigail L. Porter, aged 14 years.

In Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], on the 26th inst., Mr. John Wescott, aged 73 years.

In Plymouth [Chenango co., NY], on the 17th inst., Mell [Skinner], daughter of William and Alvira C. Skinner, aged 6 months.

In South New Berlin [Chenango Co., NY], on the 17th inst., of dropsy, Mr. Henry Hall aged 66 years.

In Gilbertsville [Otsego Co., NY], on the 19th inst., Jane [Green], wife of Nelson Green, of Norwich, aged 52 years, 11 months and 14 days.

In New Berlin [Chenango Co., NY], on the 18th inst., Mr. William Smyth, aged 64 years.

In Mt. Upton [Chenango Co., NY], on the 20th inst., Mrs. Diana Almeda Graves, wife of C.S. Graves, aged 40 years.

Marriages (March 11)

Gustafson - Benson

Married February 1, 1941, Norwich, NY

Miss Grace A. Benson of 26 Hayes street, Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Manfred Benson of New Berlin, and Frank R. Gustafson, son of Mr. and Mrs. Frans Gustafson of 23 Hayward avenue, were united in marriage Saturday night at 8 o'clock in Emmanuel Episcopal church [Norwich, NY], Rev. Lloyd S. Charters, rector, performed the ceremony in the presence of a large group of relatives and friends. The bride was given in marriage by her father.  Mrs. Gladys B. Austin of New Berlin was her sister's matron of honor, while John E. Tansey Jr., of 8-A Pleasant street, acted as best man. The bride wore a white net over taffeta and carried a bouquet of white sweet peas. The matron of honor was dressed in blue net over a taffeta gown of the same color and carried a bouquet of pink sweet peas.  Mrs. Benson, mother of the bride, wore a plum color dress, with a corsage of sweet peas.  Mrs. Gustafson, mother of the bridegroom, was attired in a beige gown and wore a corsage of sweet peas.  Following the ceremony, a reception for close friends and relatives was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. George Bengert of 26 Hayes street. The bride is a graduate of New Berlin high school.  Mr. Gustafson, a graduate of Norwich high school, is employed by the Tracy Baking Company. The couple will reside at 69 Canasawacta street, Norwich,--Gazette

Green - Stackhouse

Married November 17, 1941, Norwich, NY

Norwich [Chenango Co., NY]:  The marriage of Miss Ruth Stackhouse, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Stackhouse of North Norwich to Everitt Green, formerly of this city, was solemnized at 11:30 Monday morning in the rectory of St. Paul's Church with the Rev. Father Francis Murphy officiating.  Miss Marie Stackhouse attended her sister as maid of honor, Elfred Monroe of this city was best man.  Mr. and Mrs. Green will reside in Binghamton, where he is employed by the Delaware & Hudson Railroad.

Graves - Torrey & Haynes - Torrey

Married June 27, 1928, Bethany, NY

A pretty double wedding took place at the home of the brides on Spring Brook farm Wednesday at 1 o'clock when Miss Mae Belle Torrey was united in marriage to Homer E Graves of Norwich [Chenango Co., NY] and Miss Lucile E. Torrey to G. Arthur Haynes, also of Norwich. The brides are the daughters of Mr. and Mrs. George  H. Torrey of Stafford [Genesee Co., NY]. The ring ceremony was performed by Rev. F.H. Dickerson, pastor of Stafford M.E. church, assisted by Rev. J. Ellis Tibbetts, former pastor.  The house was prettily decorated with June flowers. The brides wore gowns of pink and green georgette respectively and carried bouquets of Bride roses. A three course dinner was served to twenty-six, covers being laid for ten at the brides' table. The table decorations were pink and green. The Misses Elsie and Charlotte Torrey of Buffalo, cousins of the brides, were the waitresses. The couples left immediately by auto for Washington, D.C.  On their return they will reside on the grooms' farms at Norwich, Chenango county, N.Y.  Prenuptials were a luncheon and kitchen shower by Mrs. John Branton and Miss Gertrude Kellogg at the latter's home; dinner partys and shower at The Rock Garden by the Sewing Club of C.M. Sleight's store; variety shower by Mrs. Ernest Harding and Mrs. Irving Call at the latter's home; a flavoring shower and five hundred party by Miss Cessandra Oderkirk; dinner parties by Mrs. Henry Linsley, Mrs. Blanche Myers and Mrs. George Waterman; a party by the Heath class of the M.E. church, of which the brides are members, at the home of Miss Clara Rudolph. The brides were the recipients of many beautiful gifts.

Mr. & Mrs. Arthur Graves

50th Anniversary, March 1942, Mt. Upton, NY

Some 60 neighbors and friends attended a reception Monday in the family home in Mt. Upton [Chenango Co., NY] honoring the golden wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Graves.  Residents of that village for 20 years, the marriage of Mr. and Mrs. Graves occurred in Danby, Vermont. After residing several years in Northampton, Mass., the family moved to Mt. Upton.  Hospitality that has long been associated with Mr. and Mrs. Graves prevailed Monday night  The former Wheeler homestead, a century-old residence was soon filled with friends who extended cordial and sincere wishes upon the occasion of the 50th anniversary.  Many were present from Mt. Upton, the immediate vicinity and this city.  Mr. and Mrs. Graves were the recipients of many congratulatory messages and the bride of 50 years was showered with gifts. The Graves home was filled with flowers, tokens of affection from a wide circle of friends.  Among the callers of the day was Rev. Dr. George McPherson of Rockwells mills who presented the couple with an autographed copy of his latest book "Back to Earth."  Assisting the bride and groom in receiving were their daughter, Miss Helen Graves of this city and their daughter-in-law and son, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Graves. The honored couple, both of whom are 74 years of age and enjoying good health, were the center of interest for all. A session of "singing school" with many of the old favorites of American community life prevailing, was participated in during the evening.  Mrs. Harry Curtis was the accompanist for this delightful feature. The songfest was concluded with the national anthem.  Guests, after being received in the home of the bride and groom were ushered into the spacious rooms of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Graves. Decorations appropriate to the joyful event prevailed. The large dining room was lighted by golden tapers and a three-tiered wedding cake attracted the attention of all.  The cake was decorated by a miniature bride and groom.  Hailed as "one of life's rare milestones" Harry Curtis addressed the couple, expressing the joy and happiness of those assembled in honoring Mr. and Mrs. Graves upon the occasion.  He presented Mr. and Mrs. Graves with a purse, symbolic "not for its intrinsic value but of the love and friendship expressed."  Both Mr. and Mrs. Graves responded briefly voicing their pleasure at the presence of their friends and extending an invitation to all to visit them again in the early future.  It was the second golden wedding anniversary within a few years attended by Miss Betty Graves and her brother, Edward.  Six years ago they participated in the 50th anniversary observance of their maternal grandparents, Mrs. G.A. Nelson and the late Mr. Nelson at East Braintree, Mass.  Monday night they assisted their paternal grandparents in a like observance.

Mr. Graves has been associated with agriculture for many years.  Mrs. Graves has been active in home bureau work. She served for some time as a member of the executive committee of the Chenango County Home Bureau. Both Mr. and Mrs. Graves are actively interested in church and community progress and they have a host of friends who will extend to them wishes for continued happiness and good health.  Mr. and Mrs. Graves have one daughter, Miss Helen Graves, who is employed in the offices of the county welfare department, and one son, Walter Graves. The latter and his wife have long been active in the affairs of the American Legion.  He is a member of the Chenango County Defense Council while Mrs. Graves is President of the Mt. Upton Legion Auxiliary and prominent in women's work in the county defense council.  Edward and Betty Graves, the latter a national champion in 4-H work are the grandchildren of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Graves.

Marriage Notices

Chenango American, January 28, 1864

At Whitney's Point [Broome Co., NY], on the 22d inst., by Rev. Wm. Gates, Mr. James K. Jones of this town [Greene, Chenango Co., NY] to Miss Harriet P. Whitsield, of Nelson, Pennsylvania.

In Smithville [Chenango Co., NY] on the 19th ins.t, by Rev. J.C. Ransom, Mr. Alfred Squires to Miss Jerusha O. Norris, both of Smithville.

In Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], on the 26th inst., by Rev. Wm. Searls, Mr. A.D. Stephens, of Edmeston, Otsego Co., to Miss M.E. Comes of Norwich [Chenango Co., NY].

In McDonough [Chenango Co., NY], on the 17th inst., by Rev. E. Holyrood, Mr. Lewis W. Lamb, to Miss Frances L. Wales, all of McDonough.

Obituaries (March 10)

Bennett Aylesworth

Chenango American, January 21, 1864

Mr. Bennett Aylesworth, living in Church hollow [Chenango Co., NY], in this County, started from Nineveh, for his home, on Monday evening 4th inst., and was found the next morning, within half a mile of home, frozen to death.  This is the only instance of death from freezing we have heard of in this County during the recent cold term.

Catherine R. Juliand

Chenango American, January 21, 1864

In this village [Greene, Chenango Co., NY], on the 13th inst., Mrs. Catherine R. [Juliand], wife of the Hon. F. Juliand, aged 51 years.

Among the consolations left to bereaved Christian friends in the departure of those they love out of this mortal state, conspicuous is the memory of their talents and virtues.  When those have been marked and noticeable there is a melancholy pleasure in recounting and reviewing them. While the remembrance of those exalted qualities intensifies the pangs of separation, yet in the Christian view of the duty of submission to the Divine Will, we can be thankful for the excellence of character that it was our privilege ot know and witness.  These thoughts suggest themselves to the heart of bereaved affection in contemplating the loss which the Home, the Church and Society have sustained in the decease of the friend here recorded. She was singularly gifted with those qualities of mind and heart which fit their possession to adorn the position which they fill.  In the Active in all the spheres just named, and faithful to the claims which they exacted, she was never weary in the effort to accomplisch the tasks which God in His Providence had assigned her.  Her attachment to the Church was the product of early pious nature in her holy way deepened by an intelligent appreciation of the claims which this sacred relationship involved.  Elevated in all her principles, with an ever strong sense of duty, she shrank from no call which the varied exactions of her position involved.  Countless were her acts of considerate kindness towards her Pastor and his family which are now recalled with tender recollection.  Frail though she was in body, yet alive in all works of home and Christian duty beyond the measure of her physical power.  Blessed with high intelligence with rare conversational powers which enabled her to throw over subjects to which she gave her energies of thought the charm of freshness and interest, she was fitted to exert a leading influence in the circle in which she moved. Blessed with the attributes of a refined nature, the impression of a cultivated taste was visible in all that passed under her controlling eye and hand. As a devoted daughter of the Church we love to contemplate her character. Ever at her place in the sanctuary and at the table of the Lord as duty required, she gave herself to whatever tended to promote the prosperity of the Church and cause of Christ. Beneath the shadow of the Chruch and the Cross was her character opened and the fruits of that piety which such culture generates were visible in the meek, calm humble trust which she evinced as she faded away.  Thus faithful in the duties in the Communion of the Church on earth, she has passed to a reunion with beloved ones gone before, to the joys of the Church triumphant in Paradise.  In her last wearying society, she was calm, unmurmuring, happy clinging simply to the all sustaining [.?.] the force and truth of the language of the Psalmist, "Though, I walk through the valley of the shadow of death I will fear no evil for thou are with me, Thy rod and Thy staff they comfort me."  We mourn her vacant place in the Holy Temple, in the household and in the pleasant interchanges of society.  We sympathize with the sorrows of a beloved husband and children, and with the friends to which this painful dispensation extend. We grieve that we are not again to greet her cordial welcome in these earthly shores, but we bow as she did to Him who [.?.] and humbly say, Thy will O God, be done.

Wesley Miller

Died February 1, 1940, New Berlin, NY

Wesley Miller, an aged and respected resident of the town of New Berlin [Chenango Co., NY], died at his home near Chenango lake Thursday morning.  He was born in Otsego county, November 29, 1850.  there survive his son, Howard Miller and two grandchildren, Wesley A. and Louise Miller. Funeral services are to be held at the Breese Funeral Home at 2 o'clock Saturday afternoon with burial in New Berlin.

Marriette Gage

Died January 8, 1935, Morris, NY

Mrs. Marriette Gage, aged 78 years, 9 months and 18 days, passed away Tuesday morning at 1:30 o'clock.  She had been in ill health for about a year. She was the daughter of Harvey and Abigal Camp and was born in the village of South New Berlin [Chenango Co., NY], March 21, 1856. She is survived by one son, Edwin Gage, who has faithfully and tenderly cared for his parents in their declining years and for whom much sympathy is felt, a granddaughter, Mrs. Harold Miles, and grandson, James Hayes.  Her husband, Richard Gage, passed away May 29, 1934.  Funeral was held from her late home Thursday afternoon at 1 o'clock. Burial in Riverside cemetery.

Florence Parker Gager

Died December 1, 1940, Ilion, NY

A wave of sadness swept over our community when it was learned that Florence Gager had passed away, December 1, 1940, at her home, 57 Montgomery street, Ilion, N.Y. [Herkimer Co.], after a long illness.  She was taken quite suddenly and seriously ill, and in a short time was beyond all human assistance, passing quietly to her Home Beyond. The cause of her death was pronounced inward hemorrhage.  She was the wife of Merton Gager and the daughter of Bradley and Ellen Owens Parker. She was born on the farm now owned by F. Babcock 71 years ago.  Mr. and Mrs. Gager were married in Mt. Upton, April 10, 1887, and moved to Ilion twenty-nine years ago, where they made many friends. Three years ago they celebrated their golden wedding anniversary. She was a member of the First Baptist church.  Besides Mr. Gager, she is survived by a sister, Mrs. F.N. Babcock of this town, and a niece, Mrs. H.W. Weeks of Binghamton, also several cousins.  Mrs. Gager was of a kindly disposition and will long be remembered by her friends at South New Berlin.  She will be sadly missed from the home.  Much sympathy is expressed for Mr. Gager and the sister, Mrs. Babcock. The funeral was held Wednesday December 4th, at their late home, Rev. Fred W. Ainslie, pastor of the First Baptist church officiating, with burial at South New Berlin [Chenango Co., NY].  Her pastor read short portions of scripture which were very comforting, followed by the "Thanatops" by William Cullen Bryant:  then followed the verses, "He Knoweth All", which Mrs. Gager requested be read.

"He Knoweth All"

The twilight falls, the night is near,

I fold my work away.

And kneel to One who bends to hear

The story of the day.

The old, old story yet I kneel;

To tell it at Thy call;

And cares grow lighter as I feel

That Jesus knows them all.

Yes, all!  the morning and the night,

The joy, the grief, the loss,

The roughened path, the sunbeam light,

The hourly thorn and cross.

Thou knowest all--I lean my head,

My weary eyelids close,

Content and glad awhile to tread

This path, since Jesus knows.

And he has loved me!  All my heart

With answering love is stirred,

And every anguished pain and smart,

Finds healing in the Word.

So here I lay me down to rest,

As nightly shadows fall,

And lean confiding on his breast

Who knows and pities all.

Death Notices

Chenango American, January 21, 1864

In Oxford [Chenango Co., NY], on the 11th inst., Mr. Abner Gifford, aged 90 years.

In Oxford [Chenango Co., NY], on the 14th inst., Hiram [Weed], son of Walter Weed, aged 8 years.

In Oxford [Chenango Co., NY], at the house of his son-in-law, Nath'l Ensworth, on the 17th inst., Mr. John Sherwood, aged 87 years.

In Columbus [Chenango Co., NY], on the 6th inst., Mr. Joshua Lamb, aged 84 years.

At Baton Rouge, August 4, 1863, Jacob Shipman, of Co. A, 114th Reg., N.Y.S.V., aged 34 years.  He was wounded at Port Hudson.

In Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], on the 3d inst., Warren James [Newton], son of Isaac S. and Jane C.D. Newotn, aged 8 months and 19 days.

In East Pharsalia [Chenango Co., NY], DEc. 29th, Dea. Samuel Brooks, aged 69 years.

Obituaries (March 9)

Herbert E. Ryan

Died July 12, 1942, Norwich, NY

Herbert E. Ryan, well known and highly respected resident of East Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], expired suddenly at his home late Wednesday afternoon.  Mr. Ryan had not been in the best of health for a month, but the end came unexpectedly.  Mr. Ryan was born in East Norwich, Oct. 19, 1888, and had spent his entire life in that community.  He had been a valued employee of the O.&W. railroad for the past 38 years.  The deceased was the son of William M. and Ethel B. (Sliter) Ryan.  There survive his wife, Jessie McCall Ryan, and six children, Thomas W. of East Norwich and P.F.C. James M. of Camp Livingston La., Nellie M. Ryan, Anna C., Isabel G. and Richard A. Ryan, all of East Norwich, also one brother, Robert E. Ryan of East Norwich, two sisters, Mrs. W. Russell Fryover of Sherburne and Mrs. Clarence Thompson of Norwich.  Mr. Ryan was a member of Norwich lodge of Elks, Amicus Aerie of Eagles and the B. of L.F.&E. of which he was president.  He was also a member of the O.&W. Veterans Association.  News of Mr. Ryan's passing was learned with shock by his many friends.  Popular with his associates in railroad circles, Mr. Ryan possessed a pleasing personality and he had the desirable faculty of making friends and keeping them.  He was a leader in his community neighborhood where his counsel was frequently sought.  Mr. Ryan was always among the first to respond when any of his neighbors were in need.  His untimely passing removes one beloved by all who were fortunate to know him.  Funeral services are to be held from the family home in East Norwich Saturday morning at 9:15 and from St. Paul's church at 10 o'clock with the pastor, Rev. Father Charles M. Coveny officiating. Burial will be made in St. Paul's cemetery [Norwich, NY].

Dr. Frederick Eugene Roper

Died September 8, 1941, Norwich, NY

Norwich [Chenango Co., NY]:  Dr. Frederick Eugene Roper, said to be the oldest practicing physician in the county at the time of his death, passed away suddenly at the Chenango Memorial Hospital early this morning, aged 77 years.  Appearing in his usual health, the deceased, an ardent baseball fan, attended both games of the Norwich - Mt. Upton doubleheader yesterday afternoon at Alumni Field, where he remained until the last player was called out. Returning home shortly after 7 o'clock last night, Dr. Roper went for a walk and upon his return complained of illness.  Dr. George L. Manley was called, and upon arrival ordered Dr. Roper removed to the Chenango Memorial Hospital where he died shortly after. Born in Danby [Tompkins Co., NY], Jan. 20, 1864, Dr. Roper graduated from the Ithaca High School and from the Cleveland Homeopathic Collège in 1886.  He first practiced his profession in Cripple Creek, Colo., and later in Deposit and in 1896 he came to Norwich where he has since carried on a general practice.  For the past 20 years he has been attending physician at the Chenango Valley Home.  He was a member of the Chenango County Medical Society and the staff at the Chenango Memorial Hospital, the State Homeopathic Society, the International Homeopathic Society, and the sons of the American Revolution.  He was also a member of Emmanuel Episcopal Chruch of Norwich, the Norwich Club and the Norwich Lodge of Elks.  He is survived by the widow, Mrs. Lillian Roper, one daughter, Mrs. Franklyn W. Daley of Binghamton, three grandchildren, Reba, Rita and Florence Daley, all of Binghamton, a niece, Mrs. Robert Clark of Valley Stream, L.I. and two nephews Dr. Kent Roper of New Haven, Con., and Luther Roper of Clifton Springs. There will be prayer service at the family residence, 5 Henry street, Wednesday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock with funeral service at Emmanuel Church at 2 o'clock, the rector, the Rev. Lloyd S. Charters, officiating. Burial will be in Mt. Hope Cemetery [Norwich, NY].

Dr. Roper was known to hundreds in Norwich.  He was the trusted family physician and friend to many and genuine sorrow stirred the hearts of Norwich residents when his demise was learned.  Dr. Roper carried on a general medical practice and did not aspire toward the surgical trend.  He was faithful to every trust imposed upon him by his patients, gave untiringly of his skill and devotion to the ill, leaving behind him a record that few equal.  he had a long career of service in administering to the ill of Norwich and vicinity and he went about his work in a dignified and wholesome manner without thought of personal sacrifice or future reward.  He was quiet and modest and was held in the highest respect. For more than a score of years Dr. Roper faithfully served as physician at the Chenango Valley Home.  His visits there brought cheer to many of the aged residents of that home and his death will be mourned at that pace as in all other walks of life in this area.

Lily B. Roper

Died December 3, 1941, Norwich, NY

Norwich [Chenango Co., NY]:  Following two months of illness, Mrs. Lily B. Roper, widow of the late Dr. F.E. Roper, died at the Chenango Memorial Hospital about noon today.  Born Jan. 11, 1871, at Pennellvile, Oswego County, the deceased came to Norwich at the age of 10 and during most of her life had been a resident here, although she did reside in Boston for some time after graduating from the old Norwich Academy. She was a member of Emmanuel Episcopal Chruch, a charter member of the Chenango County Home Bureau and was a member of the Executive Committee of that organization at the time of her death. Since 1895 she had been a member of the Willing Workers Circle of the King's Daughters, and had served as treasurer of the Chenango County King's Daughters. She was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution, the Netre Vous Club of Norwich, and a former secretary of the Women's National Homeopathic League. She is survived by a stepdaughter, Mrs. Franklin Daley of Binghamton, and three cousins, Mrs. Walter A. Stevens and Mrs. Francis Stevens Grant, both of Williamstown and T.M. Stevens of Pennellville. The funeral wil be held from the former residence on Henry Street Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock and from Emmanuel Church at 2:30, the rector, the Rev. Lloyd S. Charters officiating. Burial will be in Mt. Hope cemetery [Norwich, NY]

Death Notices

Chenango American, December 31, 1863

In Oxford [Chenango Co., NY], on the 26th ult., Thomas R. [Pearne], son of Benjamin M. and Emily Pearne, aged 8 years.

In Oxford [Chenango Co., NY], on the 26th ult., Charles Henry [Church], eldest child of Corporal Frederick J. Church, of Co. A 114th Regt. N.Y.S.V., and Eliza M. Church, aged 6 years, 1 month and 12 days.

In Oxford [Chenango Co., NY], on the 29th ult., Ann [Keeler], wife of Mr. William Keeler, aged 51 years.

In South Oxford [Chenango Co., NY], on the 25th ult., Margaret W. [Robinson], daugher of Samuel M. and Sarah A. Robinson, aged 12 years.

In East Smithville [Chenango Co., NY], on the 20th ult., of diptheria, Newton E. [Rorapaugh], aged 1 year 11 months; and on the 24th ult. Freddie [Rorapaugh], aged 5 years, children of Uri and Julia Ann Rorapaugh.

In Preston [Chenango Co., NY], on the 17th ult., Mrs. Susan Clark, aged 72 years.

In New Berlin [Chenango Co., NY], on the 11th ult., Marianne [Jones], daughter of Rev. John L. and Maggie jones, aged 3 months and 3 days.

Chenango American, January 14, 1864

In this village [Greene, Chenango Co., NY], on the 13th inst., Jacob Mowett Tier [Crandall], only child of Dr. Ralph P. and Ann E. Crandall, aged 5 years, 7 months and 28 days.
"Suffer little children to come unto me and forbid them not, for of such is the kingdom of Heaven."

In North Norwich [Chenango C., NY], on the 24th ult., Mrs. Prudence Randall in the 83d year of her age.

In Guilford [Chenango Co., NY], on the 8th inst., Mr. Reuben Rice, aged 32 years.

Marriages (March 8)

Kinney - Brookins

Married December 23, 1940

The marriage of Olive Salisbury Brookins of Cortland [Cortland Co., NY] and Roy Kinney of Cortlandville was solemnized December 23, in Pennsylvania.  The attending couple were Elsie DeVliegr and Lyle Reynolds of Cortland and Grace Wedge of McGraw.  The bride was gowned in a blue crepe street-length dress with black accessories.  Following the wedding a dinner was served to the bridal party at "The Barn," Binghamton. At present Mr. and Mrs. Kinney are residing at 32 Greenbush street, Cortland.  In the spring they will move to the Kinney farm in Cortlandville where they will make their future home.

Lawrence - Charles

Married February 1940

Douglas Lawrence and Beatrice Charles of Norwich [Chenango Co., NY] were united in marriage Monday evening at 7 o'clock by Rev. N.S. McPherson at his home on North Broad street.  Mr. and Mrs. William Messenger witnessed the ceremony.

Kinney - Boyle

Married August 1941

Norwich [Chenango Co., NY]:  Announcement was made here today of the marriage of Miss Marion Boyle of Westport and Dr. Leslie T. Kinney of this city. The ceremony was performed at 2 o'clock Saturday afternoon at Halstead, Pa.,  Mrs. Spencer Lamountain of Port Henry was her sister's only attendant, while Harold Ferguson of North Norwich served his brother-in-law as best man.  Following a short wedding trip, Dr. and Mrs. Kinney will be at home at 66 South Broad Street after Aug. 11.

Mr. & Mrs. Eugene Kirkby

25th Wedding Anniversary, December 1944

At an open house event Saturday afternoon and evening at their home in Gold street [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY], Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Kirkby received more than 75 guests in honor of their silver wedding anniversary. The observance was a happy event and Mr. and Mrs. Kirkby were honored with gifts of silver, dishes and money.  Many floral greeting cards and telegrams added to the occasion.  Among the out of town guests was Mrs. Clayton F. Sherry of Springfield, Mass.., daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Kirkby.  An added joyful note was a telephone call from their son, Harold Kirkby of Palo Alto, California.  He is an instructor in Stanford university. Refreshments were served to guests from a table covered with a lace cloth and decorated with a miniature winter scene.  Mr. and Mrs. Kirkby, prominent residents of this city and active in church and community life received the wishes of many friends for continued health and happiness.

Mr. & Mrs. Bert Van Housen

25th Wedding Anniversary, December 1941

Norwich [Chenango Co., NY]:  Miss Florence Van Housen returned yesterday to her work in Rome after attending a dinner and reception Saturday night in this city honoring the 25th wedding anniversary of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Bert Van Housen of North Norwich. The reception, taking place in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Walter M. Aldrich in Birdsall Street, was attended by more than 100 guests from this city, North Norwich, Sherburne, Hamilton, Cortland, Binghamton and Syracuse.  Receiving with Mr. and Mrs. Van Housen were the Rev. Dr. G. Edgar Wolfe, pastor of the First Congregational Church, and Mrs. Wolfe.  Miss Fannie Graves presided at the refreshment table.  Assisting also in the arrangements was Miss Ruth Van Housen. The couple received many fine gifts, one a silver dish, filled with 25 silver dollars.

Marriage notices

Chenango American, January 14, 1864

In Smithville [Chenango Co., NY], on the 7th inst., by Rev. Wm. M. Robinson, Mr. Samuel Boyd, to Miss Margaret Moarehead, both of Smithville.

In North Pharsalia [Chenango Co., NY], on the 1st inst., by Horace L. Barnes, Esq., Mr. James H. Steele, to Mrs. Almira R. Surdan, all of North Pharsalia.

In Oxford [Chenango Co., NYT], on the 6th inst., by Rev. W.T. Potter, Mr. Hiram King, to Miss Sarah A. Root, both of Oxford.

Also at the same time and place, Mr. Chester A. Race, of this town [Greene, Chenango Co., NY] to Miss Mary A. Whiting, of Smithville [Chenango Co., NY].

In Albany, ont he 8th inst., by Rev. W. Griffing, Mr. P. Monroe, of Oxford [Chenango Co., NY] to Miss W. M. Cunningham, of Albany.

In Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], on the 11th inst., by Rev. E.Z. Lewis, Mr. Wm. H. Cole, to Miss Mary Ann Taney, both of Norwich.

Chenango American, January 21, 1864

At the Chenango Hotel in Oxford [Chenango Co., NY], on the 12th inst., by the Rev. D. Ballou, Mr. Wm. H. Brookings of Co. G, 61st Reg. N.Y.S.V. to Miss Rexa M. Paul, both of North Norwich [Chenango Co., NY].

In Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], on the 5th inst., by Rev. A.N. Benedict, Mr. I.J. Ingraham, to Miss Nancy M. Leach, all of Norwich.

In Oxford [Chenango Co., NY], on the 12th inst., by Rev. J.C. Ransom, Mr. John H. Symonds to Miss Julia A. Willcox, of Eldred, Pa.

In Hunter, Greene Co., N.Y., on the 7th inst., by Rev. C.C. Reynolds, Mr. Walter Brooks, formerly of Oxford, to Miss Abbie A. Peet, of the former place.

In Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], on the 17th isnt., by Rev. S. Scovile, Mr. Aaron Dwight McNitt, to Miss Helen A. Carr, all of Norwich.

In Sherburne [Chenango Co., NY], on the 14th inst., by Rev. F. Curtis, Mr. Henry H. Pudney, of New York City, to Miss Martha M. Wickham, of the former place.