Chenango American, Greene, NY, January 27, 1876
Marriage
Messr. Editors: One of the cheeriest gatherings it has been out good fortune to attend, assembled at the house of Mr. Elijah T. Hayes of this town [Greene, Chenango Co. NY], on Tuesday afternoon, Jan'y 18, to assist him and his worthy wife in celebrating their Golden Wedding. The roads were more than muddy and the rain poured steadily, a goodly company gathered there, numbering about fifty, if we include Mr. Hayes and his family.
At half past two Mr. and Mrs. Hayes entered the room, preceded by Rev. W.H. Gavitt of the Methodist church and took their seats with Mr. and Mrs. David Wedge as groomsman and bridesmaid. The exercises of the afternoon began with singing the hymn "Thus far the Lord hath led me on." Prayer was then offered by Bro. Gavitt after w hich was sung, "Shall we gather at the river." Dr. Muaro then read selections from a poem written for a Golden Wedding a number of years ago. It described the morning, noon and eventide of life, with their joys, duties and rest from labor, and ocntained this beautiful refrence to the bride and groom:
Just fifty years ago their vows were heard / By wedding guests as witnesses, and still / They bind these hearts as one. Each is preferred / In love, which has not failed, nor ever will.
Today they come before us to renew / The vows which half a century they've kept; / And we are called as witnesses, for few / If any, of the former, have not slept.
God spare these Golden Bridal friends for years; / But when the closing scenes of life shall come / May heavenly visions dissipate all fears, / And guardian angels kindly guide them home.
Mr. Gavitt followed with a few remarks linking the past with the present, the ceremony of fifty years ago with its anniversary today, the faith plighted then with its renewal now; in token of which the aged couple joined hands and the solemn ceremonial was uttered: "Those whom God hath joined together, let no man put asunder."
Mr. Charles Gray read an original poem to which he gave no name, but which he thought might appropriately be called "Fifty Years Ago."
Mr. Samuel O. Wathan congratulated the bridal pair on their fifty years of wedded life, the measure of health they had enjoyed, the presence of children and grandchildren; and the numberless other blessings that had been scattered along their pathway. The grand, old doxology, "Praise God from whom all blessings flow," was sung by all, standing, closing a simple but interesting order of exercises.
A short hour was given to social intercourse, during which busy hands spread the table bountifully (for none came empty handed) and a substantial supper with tea and coffee was handed round, garnished with much merry chat. The party broke up soon after supper, each heartily exchanging congratulations with the others, that the rain and mud had been braved; for the afternoon had been most delightfully spent.
The visit was not without some solid benefit to our good friends, certain contributions of provisions, and a small sum of money being left behind. Some friends who were unable to be present, sent their offerings by those who were, and others have signified their intention of doing so speedily. We heard of one gentleman who received a merited scolding from his wife for forgetting to notify her of the party, until it was too late to attend, but he repaired his error, as far as he could by a very generous donation.
So passed an unusually enjoyable occasion, with nothing of any kind to mar its pleasure, and we dare venture the prophesy that its memory will be long in fading from the hearts of both visited and visitors.
Yours. M.R.S.
Deaths
At the residence of Mr. E.A. Trowbridge, i n this town [Greene, Chenango Co. NY], Jan. 19th, Mr. Edward Bissell, late Purser of the U.S. Navy, aged 67 years.
In Union, N.Y. [Broome Co.] Jan. 18th, Harry G. [Kelly] son of Prof. John and Belle M. Kelly, formerly of this village [Greene, Chenango Co. NY], aged 14 months.
In Binghamton [Broome Co. NY], Dec. 5th, Mrs. Lucius Knight aged 67 years, formerly of Oxford [Chenango Co. NY].
Sherburne News, Sherburne, NY, January 15, 1876
Marriage
The fifteenth anniversary of the wedding of Mr. and Mrs. C.E. Loomis was made the occasion of a pleasant gathering at their home on the first inst. Notwithstanding the unfavorable traveling, with mud and threatened rain, some sixty neighbors and friends of the happy couple convened in the afternoon of the first day of the centennial year of our American Independence, to congratulate their friends on their success in life. In token of their regards, we noticed a table laden with presents, some of which were both valuable and handsome. Beautiful flower vases, a great variety of glass table ware, toilet sets, etc. including a set of essence decanters by Dr. Vanwagner of Brookfield, a broken fruit can by E.S. Lyman, also a set of silverware from father F. Finks, and a large table which by the way was well filled with choice dainties to which the hungry company did ample justice. The oldest inhabitants of the neighborhood cannot remember the time when a gathering of the kind, so full of interest and pleasure, had taken place in the vicinity. When reluctantly the happy company took their leave it was with many good wishes and expressions of desire that the future might be even brighter than the past.
Death
The remains of Mr. Albert Lobdell who died at Aylmer, Canada, on the 6th inst. arrived at this place [Sherburne, Chenango Co. NY] last Saturday morning. They were received at the depot by Sherburne Lodge F.&A.M. and escorted to the residence of Mr. Stephen Lobdell who is a half-brother of deceased. At 1 o'clock P.M., a procession of Masons and citizens was formed, and the remains were transferred to the church, where services were held, after which they were consigned to the grave with impressive ceremonies of the Masonic Order. The deceased was formerly a member of Sherburne Lodge, having resided here until about six years ago when he removed to Aylmer and united with the Lodge at that place. During his residence there he had been engaged in dealing in hops and real estate with considerable success and was much esteemed as a citizen and Mason. His daughter, Mrs. William Miller went to Canada sometime since to be with him in his illness and was herself attacked and unable to accompany the remains home. The age of Mr. Lobdell was 56 years.
Sherburne News, Sherburne, NY, January 29, 1876
Marriages
HOLDEN - BENTLEY: At Sherburne Four Corners [Chenango Co. NY], January 19, 1876, by Rev. Samuel Miller, at the residence of the bride's parents, Stephen Holden of Sherburne, N.Y. to Elizabeth [Bentley] daughter of Mr. Milton Bentley.
DENNISON - BLOOR: In Saginaw City, Mich. January 19, 1876, at the residence of the bride's father, by Rev. Thomas Stalker, Mr. Devillo Dennison and Miss Jennie Bloor, both of Saginaw City.
SHAW - POMEROY: In Binghamton [Broome Co. NY], Jan. 20 by Rev. Dr. Paddock, assisted by Rev. H. Griffin, Mr. Samuel H. Shaw, of St. Thomas, Canada, and Miss Ida l. Pomeroy, of Philadelphia.
The Binghamton Republican of Thursday evening gives the following: "A very pleasant affair took place at the residence of the ex-Alderman Lowell Harding, on Court Street this afternoon. Mr. Samuel H. Shaw of St. Thomas, Canada, was married to Miss Ida L. Pomeroy, daughter of Dr. Pomeroy of Philadelphia and a niece of Mrs. Lowell Harding. The spacious rooms of the house were elegantly trimmed with evergreens and flowers and a large number of friends and relations assembled to witness the ceremony which was performed in a very impressive and touching manner by Rev. Dr. Paddock, assisted yb Rev. A.L. Griffin. Many of the company were deeply affected by Dr. Paddock's remarks and the appropriate prayer which followed the ceremony. The bride and groom stood under an arch formed of evergreens and the American flag draped above them in memory of the Centennial year. After the ceremony followed a season of handshaking and congratulations. All present were introduced to the happy couple, and all present wished them a prosperous and useful life. The interest of the occasion was greatly increased by the presence of Mr. and Mrs. Ells, relations of the parties. Each of whom is over 90 years of age. Refreshments were served after the wedding and some time spent in dancing. The newly married couple left on the five o'clock train for Utica, on their wedding trip. The best wishes of their many friends go with them, and they will be always welcome in this city, where they have made themselves generally loved and respected. A number of handsome and useful presents were displayed, which had been given as the testimonials of the love of friends and relatives. It is seldom that a young couple start out in life with so many tokens of kindly remembrance as did the two who this afternoon were united in the strong, yet pleasant bonds of marriage."
Mr. Shaw was a Sherburne boy, and with his bride and a number of friends has been visiting his mother and many old friends in this vicinity, who have availed themselves of the opportunity to welcome and extend their hearty congratulations to their former townsman. The happy pair departed for St. Thomas, their future home, on Friday morning, bearing with them numerous tokens of esteem and the best wishes of numerous circle foo acquaintances.
Bainbridge Republican, Bainbridge, NY, January 15, 1876
Marriage
MERVILLE - MAYO: In Bainbridge [Chenango Co. NY], by Rev. D.C. Haynes, Mr. Christopher S. Mervilel of Harpursville [Broome Co. NY], to Miss Ida R. Mayo of Windsor [Broome Co. NY].
Bainbridge Republican, Bainbridge, NY, January 29, 1876
News Item
Mr. Charles Lyon of this town [Bainbridge, Chenango Co. NY], who is now in his ninety-second year, and one of the first settlers here, and by the last enumerator said to be the oldest man in town; cuts his own wood, gets it in, builds his own fires (he uses a fire place) and takes the sole care of six head of cattle and so far this winter he has not missed a single day.
Smyrna Citizen, Smyrna, NY, January 29, 1876
Death
CAMPBELL: In Lebanon [Madison Co. NY], Jan. 23rd, Mr. Campbell, aged 85 years.
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