Chenango Union, Norwich, NY, December 14, 1876
Marriages
McCANN - BURNS: In this village [Norwich, Chenango Co. NY], Dec. 4th, by Rev. Father Harrigan. Mr. Phoenix McCann of Sherburne [Chenango Co. NY] to Miss Kate Burns, of Norwich.
MORSE - GAGER: In Holmesville (New Berlin) [Chenango Co. NY], Dec. 6th, by Rev. J.H. Chamberlin, Mr. Allah Morse of White Store [Chenango Co. NY] Miss Phebe Gager, of South New Berlin [Chenango Co. NY].
White Store: Mr. Allah Morse, of this place and Miss Phebe Gager, of South New Berlin were united in the holy bonds of matrimony by the Rev. Mr. Chamberlain, at his residence in Holmesville, Wednesday evening, December 6th, 1876. We wish them much joy and "may their future troubles be little ones!"
MAINE - SUTTON: In DeRuyter [Madison Co. NY], Dec. 1st, by Elder T. Fisher, Mr. E.J. Maine to Miss Ida R. Sutton, both of Lincklaen [Chenango Co. NY].
COOK - JUSTICE: In Pitcher [Chenango Co. NY] Dec. 6th, by Rev. D.W. Bigelow, Mr. Andrew I. Cook to Miss Mary Justice, all of Pitcher.
PRESTON - ABBOTT: In Sherburne [Chenango Co. NY], Nov. 29th, by Rev. W.G. Queal, Mr. Orville J. Preston to Miss Rose Abbott, all of Smyrna [Chenango Co. NY].
AYLESWORTH - EDMONDS: In Coventry [Chenango Co. NY], Nov. 29th, by Rev. L.A. Wild, Mr. George Aylesworth of Afton [Chenango Co. NY] to Miss Emogene Edmonds of Harpersville [Broome Co. NY]
WYMAN - BREED: At the residence of the bride's father, Abel Breed, Esq., Dec. 6th, by Rev. D. Van Fradenburg, Mr. Leroy Wyman to Miss Addie P. Breed all of Unadilla, N.Y. [Otsego Co.].
Deaths
MORSE: At the residence of his son, Henry I. Morse, in this village [Norwich, Chenango Co. NY], Dec. 10th, Mr. Benjamin Morse, aged 95 years, 9 months and 22 days.
Benjamin Morse an old and well-known resident of this village, was found dead in his bed at the residence of his son, Henry I. Morse, in this village, on Sunday morning last. From his extreme old age and failing health, his decease was not unlooked for by his friends. He was a man many really respected for his many virtues, throughout his long and peaceful life, and a large circle of relatives and friends will cherish his memory. His age was ninety-five years, nine months and twenty-two days. He was formerly a resident of Madison County, where he has descendants residing.
DAVIS: In this town [Norwich, Chenango Co. NY], Dec. 11th, Oliver J. [Davis] son of Jerome W. and Mary D. Davis, aged 6 years.
COOK: In Afton [Chenango Co. NY], Dec. 8th, Mr. George Cook, aged 61 years.
[Oxford Times, Oxford, NY, Dec. 13, 1876]: A telegram received here on the 9th announced the death of George Cook of Afton, formerly of the town of Oxford [Chenango Co. NY] and near this village.
DEXTER: In Afton [Chenango Co. NY], Dec. 4th, Mr. Lyman Dexter, aged 56 years.
Lyman Dexter was sitting in a rocking chair, attended by Mr. R. Searls, his neighbor, at the time of his death last Monday. Mr. Searls noticed his breathing as usual. After this both sat quietly a few moments, when Mr. S. looked around upon Mr. Dexter, and saw that he was sitting in his chair, dead. Not the least struggle or visible effort for breath having been made. Afton Sentinel
MONFORT: In St. Paul, Nov. 30, Mrs. Loretta Monfort, widow of the late J.G. Monfort, of Unadilla, N.Y. [Otsego Co. NY] Remains taken east for interment.
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PAYNE: Lewis Payne aged eighteen years, was one of the victims of the tragedy at the Brooklyn Theatre on Tuesday evening of last week. His remains, we learn from the Binghamton Daily Times, passed through that city on Sunday morning, in charge of his brother, who went to Brooklyn to bring them home for interment. He had evidently perished from suffocation, his body having been but slightly touched by the flames. The identification of his remains was completed by his clothing, and a letter from his mother found in his pocket.
[Chenango Telegraph, Norwich, NY, Dec. 14, 1876]: The funeral of Lewis Payne, son of Mr.s Payne, and grandson of Uncle john Haight of this village, who was burned to death in the Brooklyn theatre, was held in the M.E. Chruch in this village on monday last at eleven o'clock.
Chenango Telegraph, Norwich, NY, December 14, 1876
Marriage
A very pleasant affair occurred in this place on the 30th ult. which your correspondent omitted to mention. It was the fifth anniversary of the marriage of Mr. and Mrs. B.F. Merritt. About seventy persons assembled by invitation to enjoy a social evening and extend congratulations and good wishes to the happy couple. They came not empty handed, but brought with them a variety of useful articles, one of the most valuable was a beautiful couch, the cost was $17.00 and was selected by Mr. Henry Peckham at the ware rooms of N.B. Watkins. It was admired by all, and especially by Mrs. Merritt who was taken by surprise. The evening passed very pleasantly and was enjoyed by all present until all at once there was a great commotion in the pantry, dishes rattled, &c., then the people were served with a great variety of choice edibles from Mrs. M's own cooking. It is needless to state that her skill in his line is unsurpassed.
We have neglected to notice the marriage of Miss Bett. Barber of this town three or four weeks since, to the wealthy Luman Fiske of Lebanon, Madison Co. [NY]. It is said the bride received a dowry of five hundred dollars.
Deaths
HAWKS: In Georgetown [Madison Co. NY], at the residence of his son, Austin Hawks, on the 6th inst. Capt. Horace Hawks, aged 81 years.
Capt. Horace Hawkes, an aged and highly esteemed resident of Georgetown, Madison County, died on the 6 inst. Capt. Hawkes was indeed a pioneer, having made, we are told, the first survey of the town of Otselic [Chenango Co. NY], besides many other surveys in the county. It is said that he knew more of the early history of Otselic, than any other man now living. He was 81 years old.
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PARKER: Mrs. Merritt R. Parker of Greene [Chenango Co. NY] died suddenly in Greene on Wednesday evening last. She was on her way to church in company with a friend, apparently in as good health and spirits as she had been for a long time. Without warning she fell dead at the feet of her friend. Medical assistance was promptly summoned but of course it was of no avail. The cause of her death was heart disease. The meeting to which she was going was at once adjourned and the clergymen and a large number of citizens visited Mr. Parker's residence with expressions of heartfelt confidence and sympathy.
The deceased was the daughter of Mr. Benjamen Gager of this village and sister of Charles C. Gager. She was a most estimable and worthy lady and her sudden death is mourned by a large number of friends and acquaintances outside the family circle. Her funeral was attended on Friday last, large numbers of the best citizens of Greene uniting to perform the last sad rites to a worthy, departed friend.
[Chenango American, Greene, NY, Dec. 14, 1876]: On Wednesday evening of last week, Mrs. M.S. Parker and Mrs. David Terwilliger were on their way to the regular weekly prayer meeting at the Baptist church, and when near the residence of Stillman Watson, Mrs. Parker suddenly exclaimed, "Oh dear, Mrs. Terwilliger!" and fell to the ground a corpse. Mrs. Terwilliger ran for help and the body of Mrs. Parker, now calm in death, was taken into Mr. Watson's house. Medical aid soon arrived, but the vital spark had gone out, and the spirit of a lovely Christian woman, a kind-hearted and noble wife, and gentle mother had taken its everlasting flight. The bereaved family, of whose household she was the bright and shining star, has the deep sympathy of the entire community in this, their hour of terrible affliction.
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