Chenango Telegraph, Norwich, NY, November 9, 1876
Marriage
NEELY - SEACORD: At Truxton, N.Y. [Cortland Co.], Oct. 25th, at the residence of the bride's father, Deacon Wm. Seacord by Rev. L. Lawton, Charley Neely of Homer [Cortland co. NY] and Mary D. Seacord.
Deaths
ANDREWS: William Andrews one of Homer's [Cortland Co. NY], oldest and most respected citizens, died on Monday of last week.
FISH: Isaac Fish who died last week at Cincinnatus [Cortland Co. NY] was one of the oldest citizens. He was born and reared in that place.
McDONOUGH: Thomas McDonough was killed at Utica [Oneida Co. NY] in a drunken row that followed the Democratic parade on Friday evening. He was struck by a fellow torch bearer, during the row, and his skull fractured.
CUYLER: David B. Cuyler of Gloversville [Fulton Co. NY], was killed on Friday last, by being run over at a railroad crossing. He was on a streetcar coming to Johnstown [Fulton Co. NY], which car crossed the track of the steam road just ahead of the regular train. Becoming excited and bewildered, Mr. Cuyler jumped from the rear platform of the streetcar and immediately in front of the approaching engine. ov
Chenango American, Greene, NY, November 9, 1876
Marriage
A Coventry Wedding
Eds. American: The latest sensation in our quiet town was a wedding on somewhat of a grand scale. Not exactly a Centennial wedding, but occurring in the Centennial year, and being a little unusual in some of its features, all thought a few notes of this pleasurable occasion might be of interest to your readers. The parties were Mr. Charles M. Foote of Ripon, Wisconsin, and Miss Emma J. Griswold, of Coventry, N.Y. [Chenango Co.]
The nuptials were celebrated at the house of the bride's father, Mr. Frank Griswold, on the evening of October 31st, 1876, Rev. L.A. Wild, and Esq. Thorpe officiating. The bans had been proclaimed on the previous Sabbath in Church, according to the old New England style. On the evening appointed, a large number of relatives and guests assembled in the best of spirits.
I will mention a few that come to my mind just now. the genteel and efficient ushers were Ezra Foote and William Eggerton. Charles Shores and Miss Alice Cary acted as groomsman and bridesmaid very acceptably. Quite noticeable in the company was the tall form and genial face of Dr. H.F. Beardsley, of Colesville, accompanied by his polite and tidy wife. That fine looking man with light hair and whiskers and slightly portly form, is our respected townsman Mr. Samuel Beardsley. We also noticed a couple that added dignity and good cheer to our company, Mr. and Mrs. Barker, of Colesville. In their usual and courteous manner Mr. Marvis Cohoon and wife participate in the joys and festivities of the occasion. Noticeable in the group, sitting in one corner, in the big easy chair, is an old man upon whose brow 91 years has left their imprint, yet entering with a good deal of zeal into the spirit of the occasion, his name you recognize, Apollas Foote. We also notice in the company Mr. James Tuttle, of Port Crane, and Miss Mary A. Smith of Coventry and Miss Mary Kales, and Mr. William Eggerton, all of whom showed they appreciated the occasion. That tall man, sitting over there on the tete, whose face always indicates good humor, we recognize as T.B. Foote; beside him sits his accomplished wife, who has lost none of her youthful beauty. Nelson Cohoon, tall but overflowing with fun, is there. We notice the genial face of Mrs. Thorpe, wife of the officiating Esquire. But time and space forbid mention of others, for they are many, and all vie with each other in making the occasion lively and joyful.
At the appointed hour, 9 o'clock, the wedding march was played, and the usher marched forth with the bridegroom and mother of the bride; next comes the father and bride and is formally given. A few relatives stand up with them. The civil service was performed by Mr. Thorpe. The ecclesiastical service by Rev. L.A. Wild. Then followed the congratulations of the friends present, amid much joy and some tears.
We notice upon a table nearby some valuable presents, amounting in all to about $275, consisting of a gold watch and chain by the bridegroom; a silver tea set by the parents of the bride, beside a number of rings, call bells, goblets, spoon holder, vases, &c.
Refreshments were served, prayer offered, and the crowd dispersed. All pronounced it a very enjoyable occasion. The happy pair start tomorrow for Ripon, Wis. by way of Niagara and Chicago. May they live long and happy.
Deaths
In Coventry [Chenango Co. NY], Oct. 1st, Miss Blanche [Josslyn] daughter of Charles Josslyn, aged 22 years.
In this town [Greene, Chenango Co. NY], Wednesday, Nov. 1st, Mr. John Ockerman, aged 77 years.
Farewell, dear old friend: for the last time I have gazed upon your features, once lighted by a genial smile which none whoever saw it can forget but now fixed and rigid under the icy grasp of death. Memory loves to linger over his virtues--his noble traits and generous impulses; and friendship drops a tear upon his faults and blots the recollection of them out for ever. Faithful and devoted to his family and friends; frank and honorable with his opponents, he passed through life with a manly heart, and died without a struggle or a groan. Patient amide his sufferings, hopeful during the weary days of his lengthy, painful illness; cherishing to the latest moment the recollection of the friends and joys of other days, his eyes were closed in death. and now by the side of that sister he loved so much, he sleeps the sleep which knows no waking. Farewell, again farewell: in the recollection of the happy hours now gone forever, the hearts of those who loved him will find relief; and the memory of former times like the evening star, will shed its gentle light upon his tomb.
Sherburne News, Sherburne, NY, November 11, 1876
Marriage
ROWLAND - DARLING: In this city [Freeport, Nassau Co., N.Y.] on Thursday evening, Oct. 26, 1876, at the residence of the bride's mother, by Rev. F.A. Hardin, Mr. A.J. Rowland of Sherburne, New York [Chenango Co. NY], and Miss C.A. Darling, of Freeport.
Miss Darling has been one of the popular teachers of our public schools for some years, and she has very many friends in our city, who will join us in wishing her and her husband many blessings and great prosperity. May this union be one of perfect harmony and joy, and the years of Mr. & Mrs. Rowland, be many and crowned with unalloyed pleasures. Thanks for the kind remembrances sent to the Monitor. Freeport Monitor.
Deaths
ANDREWS: In this town [Sherburne, Chenango Co. NY], on the 8th inst., Dea. Isaac Andrews age 73 years and 11 months.
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