Chenango Union, Norwich, NY, January 20, 1876
Marriages
HUMPHREY - HART: At the residence of the bride's father, in Iowa City, Iowa, Jan. 15th, by Rev. D. Brown, Mr. William L. Humphrey to Miss Minerva L. Hart daughter of Eugene Hart, all of Iowa City.
ALVERSON - LOTTERIDGE: In Sherburne [Chenango Co. NY], Jan. 12th, by Rev. S.W. Weiss, Mr. Willie A. Alverson to Miss Martha A. Lotteridge, all of Earlville [Madison Co. NY].
LOTTERIDGE - CROWELL: In Sherburne [Chenango Co. NY], Jan. 12th, by Rev. S.W. Weiss, Mr. Charles H. Lotteridge of Columbus [Chenango Co. NY] to Miss Lucitta M. Crowell, of Sherburne.
ORWEN - MORTON: In Bainbridge [Chenango Co. NY], Jan. 9th, by Rev. D.C. Haynes, Mr. John Orwen of North Sanford, Broome Co. [NY], to Miss Minnie E. Morton of Bainbridge.
JUDD - MINOR: In Coventryville [Chenango Co. NY], Jan. 12th, by Rev. G.D. Horton, Mr. Joel L. Judd to Mrs. Amanda M. Minor of Coventryville.
BEACH -SWIFT: In Smyrna [Chenango Co. NY], Jan. 13th, by Rev. H. Fox, Mr. Theodore Beach to Miss Cora Swift, all of Smyrna.
TAINTOR - CHURCH: In Owego [Tioga Co. NY], Dec. 8th, by Rev. F.S. Peck, Mr. Phineas E. Taintor, of Harford [Cortland Co. NY] to Miss Ella S. Church, of Sherburne [Chenango Co. NY].
BOWDISH - DELAVAN: In Cincinnatus [Cortland Co. NY] Dec. 28th, by Rev. H.C. McDermott, Mr. Charles W. Bowdish, of Freetown [Cortland Co. NY] to Miss Nettie V. Delavan, of Cincinnatus.
BRIGGS - GARDNER: In Freetown, Cortland Co. [NY], Dec. 31st by Rev. H.C McDermott, Mr. morris Briggs of Cincinnatus [Cortland Co. NY] to Mis Sally M. Gardner, of Freetown.
Deaths
SMITH: On the Great Brook, in New Berlin [Chenango Co. NY], Dec. 30th, Francis E. [Smith] wife of William Smith.
TILYOU: In North Norwich [Chenango Co. NY], Jan. 14th, Mrs. Mary Tilyou mother of Albert Tilyou, aged 71 years, 9 months and 13 days.
CRANDALL: In Pitcher [Chenango Co. NY], Jan. 1st, of typhoid pneumonia, Mrs. Phianna Crandall in the 65th year of her age. widow of Caleb Crandall.
WOOD: In Butternuts [Otsego Co. NY], Jan. 8th, Abby Ann [Wood], wife of Leonard Wood, aged 44 years.
REED: In Salisbury, Conn., Jan. 7th, at the residence of her son, Marvin Reed, Mrs. Mary Ann Reed aged 88? years, mother of J.D. and W.R. Reed and Mrs. J.O. Hill of this village [Norwich, Chenango Co. NY].
Mrs. Ruth Cadogan, aged 73 years of Little York [Cortland Co. NY], who had been suffering from partial paralysis for some years, while attempting to rise from her chair, during the temporary absence of her daughter, on the 7th inst. fell upon the floor breaking her hip bone, and fracturing the tibia, besides sustaining internal injuries, which resulted in her death on the following Sunday.
A young man named Edward Behan died of smallpox in Oneida [Madison Co. NY], on the 11th inst. There was no other cases int he village, and every precaution has been taken by the authorities to prevent the spread of the deisease.
Owen Matthews, aged 77, a respected citizen of Cazenovia [Madison Co. NY] died of heart disease while eating his Christmas dinner.
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SCHORN: In St. Paul, Minn., Jan. 10th, of paralysis of the brain, Mr. Jacob Schorn son of S. Joseph and Matilda Schorn, of this village [Norwich, Chenango Co. NY] aged 27 years.
Deceased will be remembered by a large circle of acquaintances in this vicinity, as an estimable young man, and his early death will be sincerely mourned. The St. Pual Dispatch of the 10th inst. makes the following mention of his death:
"Jacob Schorn a tobacconist at No. 74 West Third Street, died this morning of paralysis of the brain. Mr. S. was born in Cologne, Prussia; came to this country in 1857, became a citizen of St. Paul in 1868. Married a daughter of J.S. Phillsbrook, Esq., of Minneapolis. Has been sick for nine weeks and leaves a wife and three children. Funeral tomorrow, and the body taken to Minneapolis. Mr. Schorn was a good man, a member of the German Society, amiable in the business walks of life, a kind friend and a devoted husband."
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SMITH: In Cincinnati, Ohio, Jan. 17th, of smallpox. Mr. Frank M. Smith, formerly of this village [Norwich, Chenango Co. NY], aged 22 years.
The announcement of the death of young Smith, which was received by his father, C.A. Smith, Esq., of this place on Monday evening last, caused a feeling of sadness among the relatives and friends of the deceased. he will be remembered as a former resident of this village, and a genial companion and warm-hearted friend. In the summer of 1874 he married Miss Jennie Milner, of this village and soon afterwards removed to Ohio. At the time of his death, he was employed in a clothing house in Cincinnati. His friends have received no particulars of his death, with the exception of the dispatch received on Monday evening, from Mr. Thomas G. Harron of Cincinnati. His brother, John Smith, left on Tuesday morning and will accompany the stricken widow to the home of her friends in this village.
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ROGERS: Suddenly on the cars in this village [Norwich, Chenango Co. NY], on Monday evening, Jan. 17th, Rev. Dr. Ferdinand Rogers, Rector of Zion Church, Greene [Chenango Co. NY], aged 60 years.
Death, always a dreaded visitor, is doubly unwelcome when the Messenger comes suddenly in an unlooked for moment and in a least expected manner. The announcement of a sudden take off is more than ordinarily startling and the shock proportionately severe. Such a shock has been experienced in this community and which will extend as the sad event is made known in the sudden death on Monday evening last of Rev. Ferdinand Rogers, D.D., late Rector of Zion Church, Greene. The shock is especially severe in the present instance because the one suddenly removed has spent a long and useful life, honored and beloved, among the people of this County.
Dr. Rogers left his parish on Saturday evening last, in the fullness of health and strength, and came to Norwich to officiate on Sunday in Emmanual Church for Rev. Mr. Loveridge, who is absent from town. Morning and evening he conducted most acceptably the services of the church and delivered two most able and eloquent discourses which were received with universal commendation for their marked power and effectiveness by the large congregations present. Sabbath afternoon, several of the vestry and others waited upon the Rector at the residence of Mrs. Griffing, whose house was his home during his brief sojourn in Norwich and were comforted and cheered by the words which he uttered. On Monday he made and received numerous calls, among others visiting Rev. Mr. Scoville at his study, with whom he had a most delightful interview.
In the evening he was joined by his wife, who came on the Utica Express to attend with him Gough's lecture, desirable sittings having previously been secured by a friend. After the lecture, which both seemed greatly to enjoy, as did all, and with which the Doctor especially expressed himself a number of times as exceedingly well pleased, with others they left the church for the train in waiting, exchanging many pleasant words as they passed along. On the way, Mr. and Mrs. Rogers called for a moment at Mrs. Griffing's, nothing unusual being observed on the part of the doctor, excepting a slight indication of dizziness and weakness, but which would never have been thought of more, except for the startling change which so quickly followed.
Upon reaching the train at the Lackawanna depot, the Doctor made a remark which indicated to Major Everts, the conductor in charge, bewilderment of mind and loss of recollection, that convinced him that there was something the matter. He stepped into the baggage car, where were J.W. Glover, Esq., and other Oxford gentlemen, and the train moved on.
Scarcely had the swing bridge been passed at the lower part of the village, before he sank into the arms of those near him, and in a moment, before his wife and friends could reach him from an adjoining car he was dead. The cause, whether apoplexy or heart disease, doubtless will forever remain a mystery; judging from his own impressions, probably the latter.
The matter was talked over, we learn, that very day at Mr. Scoville's, and Mr. Rogers rather came to the conclusion that his convictions in regard to heart troubles were unfounded. In any event, he expressed his entire readiness and willingness to depart, suddenly if it might be, firmly believing that all would be well with him.
His discourse on Sunday morning was peculiarly suggestive and impressive, portraying in a masterly manner the imperfections and perishableness of earth, and full of the richness and glories of Heaven. His text was in these words as recorded in the First Epistle General of John: "And the world passeth away and the lust thereof; but he that doeth the will of God abideth forever." It was such a sermon as a minister of the Gospel might well preach who expected the next day or at any moment to exchange the dross and fading things of this world for the the bright and enduring, the pure gold of the City of God.,
Twenty-nine years ago, the subject of this sketch came from Brownville, Jefferson County [NY], to Greene [Chenango Co. NY], a widower, with one son. That son, it may be remembered, died in Utica some two years ago, from disease of the brain, brought on by excessive study in his preparation for the ministry, which we believe, with great promise he had already entered. A few years after his settlement in this County, Mr. Rogers married his present wife, an intimate friend of his former companion, by whom he has had six children, two of whom only are living, a daughter perfecting her musical education in Philadelphia, and a son eighteen or twenty years of age. For twenty-nine years through many trials and vicissitudes did Mr. Rogers continue the Good Shepherd of one flock, cherished, reverenced and beloved, not only by his immediate charge, but by all with whom he was brought in contact. He stood high in the Church, and his opinions were held with great weight. Genial in his social relations, able in the ministry, without bigotry, faithful to his friends, forgiving his enemies (and these must have been few), he went down to his grave, his work done and well done, like a shock of corn fully ripe in its season. Well did the Revelator write "Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth; yea saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors; and their works do follow them." The funeral of Dr. Rogers was held in Greene, this (Wednesday)Afternoon. His aged was 60.
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VAN EMBERGH: In this town [Norwich, Chenango Co. NY], Jan. 12th, Mrs. Nancy Van Embergh, wife of Thomas Van Embergh, aged 80 years.
When one who has lived so long and so well as she whose name stands at the head of this article, passes away from earth, it seems fitting that a somewhat extended notice should be given of her life and character and death.
Mrs. Van Embergh was born in Lynn, Conn., in February 1795, and hence at the time of her death, on the 13th inst. she was nearly 80 years of age. when about fourteen years old, she went on a visit into Albany County, in this State [NY]. There she was married, at the age of sixteen, and there she lived with her family till she was forty-two. For the last thirty-eight years she has lived in this town where she and her husband at first settled, and where she at last died. It is a pleasant, comfortable home, about two miles below the village.
Mrs. Van Embergh was converted to God and joined the M.E. Church when but fifteen years of age. At the time she became a Methodist. This denomination was very weak and uninfluential, its members poor and scattered, its church edifices few and inferior, its ministers many of them illiterate and by the masses of the people it was considered almost disgraceful to be connected with this church. But, notwithstanding all these disadvantages, she felt that this was her home and hence she cheerfully united with this despised people and for sixty-five years was a consistent member and a faithful Christian. She loved the house of God and was always there when it was possible. Frequently she attended amid difficulties that would have discouraged those less persevering. She loved to do for the church financially and always did in this direction to the full extent of her ability.
But she manifested her religion at home as well as in the church. She was the mother of ten children, five of whom survive her. Towards her children she was a true mother, making every possible effort to teach and train them for the service of God, and for lives of usefulness. Her success may be seen in what they are today. They are all prosperous in regard to this world, while they cherish a reverence for their mother and their mother's God.
She was a remarkably intelligent woman. She read many books, both old and new, besides the religious and secular papers, that she might keep up with the times; and being blest with a wonderful memory, was able to converse upon a great variety of subjects and impart instruction to others who either had not the time or inclination to read. But her desire for intellectual culture did not cause her to neglect the everyday duties of home. She was industrious, energetic and persevering in all of her undertakings, making home pleasant for husband and children, and continually exerting a salutary influence. Moreover, her influence was extended beyond home in the community where she lived. She was beloved by old and young, and middle aged. All enjoyed visiting at her house, because of her social qualities, and the kindness of her heart. She was ever looking after the poor, the sick and the suffering, thereby following the example of her Savior. Eternity alone will reveal how many she has thus relieved and comforted.
Of course, such a life always ends well. She was patient and joyful during her last sickness, which lasted more than two months, often expressing confidence in her Redeemer, and hope in regard to the future. At the last her life went out so quietly that the exact time of her departure was not known. She was left alone for a short time to rest, her friends supposing she was asleep; when they went to her couch again, to minister to her wants, they found she was no more.
"So fades a summer cloud away. / So sinks the gale when storms are o'er. / So gently shuts the eye of day. / So dies the wave along the shore."
Her funeral was attended on Saturday last, from her late residence, being followed to the grave by weeping and loving children and other friends. On Sunday morning her pastor, Rev. Mr. Judd, preached a memorial sermon upon her life and character from the 37th verse of the 37th Psalm: "Mark the perfect man and behold the upright, for the end of that man is peace."
The aged companion of the departed, now eighty-four years old, and very feeble, still lingers on this side of the tomb. May the sympathies and prayers of this community be extended to him, in this time of his great sorrow.
It is due to the children of the deceased to say, that during the sickness of their mother, and at all other times, they have shown her every possible attention; doing their utmost to alleviate her sufferings and make her happy. And as further evidence of their genuine devotion, they furnished for the funeral a large number of beautiful wreaths, crosses and stars, exquisitely arranged in tin foil, with japonicas and evergreens. Some of these were placed on the coffin during the services on Saturday and after the interment upon the grave. Some of them were in the Methodist church, on the table in front of the pulpit, on Sunday morning, and afterwards given to friends of the deceased.
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Death of Hon. W.C. Thompson
We copy from the Watertown Daily Times [Jefferson Co. NY], of the 13th inst. the following mention of the death of Hon. W.C. Thompson, formerly a resident of this County [Chenango Co. NY], who died at his residence in that city on the night previous. Judge Thompson was born in Burlington, Otsego County [NY] and removed to Otselic [Chenango Co. NY] when a young man, where he resided for several years, teaching school and reading law. From Otselic he removed to Hamilton [Madison Co. NY] and then to Auburn [Cayuga Co. NY]. He leaves four brothers and three sisters - three brothers residing in Otselic, and one in Hamilton: two sisters in Otselic, and one in New Libson, Otsego County. Deceased will be remembered by many old residents of this County:
"Judge W.C. Thompson died at his residence in this city last night. An old affliction was aggravated by a trip to Ogdensburg about three weeks ago and resulted in his death at the age of about 66 years. He had been a resident of the County since 1837, having come to Adams [Jefferson Co. NY] from Auburn, where he studied law. While in Adams he married the daughter of Hon. Thomas C. Chittenden, then Member of Congress from this District. He practiced law in Adams until 1852 and then moved to Watertown, having been elected County Judge on the Democratic ticket the fall previous. He succeeded Judge Lansing on the bench, and after serving one term of four years, was re-elected, served four years longer and was succeeded by Judge Wright. Since then, he has practiced law in Watertown.
"Judge Thompson had an extensive acquaintance and many warm friends. He was a good lawyer and a good advocate. He was ardent, enthusiastic, sympathetic, cheerful and genial. He excelled as a conversationalist, and at time was really eloquent at the bar and on public occasions. He joined the Republican party during the war and returned to the Democratic party after the Cincinnati convention of 1872. He has done much effective campaign speaking for both parties. He was a good citizen, a good neighbor and a good friend, and his unexpected death will cause much sincere sorrow in this community. He leaves a wife and one son, the latter being a young man of high promise and one of the State Engineers on the canal."
News Item
An Afflicted Family: The family of our friend, Mr. C.P. Hyde, seems to have affliction after affliction. Asa P. when only three and one-half years old, had his arm broken; when seven and one-half years old, had his leg broken, and three years ago dislocated his elbow. Edwin A. when ten years old, was thrown from a load of lumber and broke his arm and caused several bruises. Mr. C.P. Hyde, broke her left arm, and dislocated her wrist, January 25th, 1875, and on the 8th of this month, broke her right arm, and put her wrist out of joint. Pitcher Register.
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