Chenango Semi-Weekly Telegraph, Norwich, NY, October 10, 1877
Marriage
On Thursday evening last, a brilliant party of between seventy and eighty met at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Hial G. Hickok at the Palmer House to celebrate the twenty-fifth anniversary of their marriage. The presents were most costly and elegant, among which we noticed a tea set by a party of friends, valued at $75; a case of nut picks and crackers, valued at $20; a couple of card receivers of the value of $10 each, a couple of butter dishes from $10 to $12 each, together with pickle dishes, silver bell, napkin rings, candle sticks, vases, and a variety of choice articles of exceeding richness and beauty. Among the presents was an elegant gold watch, a keepsake to Mrs. Hickok, the gift of a friend and relative residing in Pompey. A purse of silver from kindred and others was among the not least noticeable and valuable offerings of the occasion. The party included friends from Unadilla, Oneida and other places, all bringing their souvenirs of affection and regard. The congratulations were warm and hearty, while mirthfulness and joy swayed the hours as the evening passed away. the host and hostess did themselves great honor in the entertainment of their guests and in the service of a magnificent collation in which that prince of caterers, Richard Newton, as master of ceremonies, really outdid himself and won fresh laurels. Such a feast would not do for dyspeptics often to enjoy. The occasion was one long to be remembered and a most enjoyable event. We wish the pleasant couple prosperity, health, long life, and unalloyed happiness to the end fo their journey.
Deaths
HUMPHREY: In Guilford Centre [Chenango Co. NY], Sept. 28th, Dr. Charles Humphrey, aged 24 years.
To show that at Fort Plain, as everywhere he went, the Doctor made many friends and won the respect of all, we give the following extract from a letter of Dr. Pettit to the afflicted parents. After speaking of his inability to attend the funeral on account of poor health, and of his sympathy with them, he says: "During the short stay the Doctor made with us we learned to know him as an honorable, upright and exemplary gentleman, having a degree of proficiency in the profession that must have secured success."
SKINNER: In Norwich [Chenango Co. NY], Monday, October 8th, Joseph Skinner, aged 65.
Chenango Semi-Weekly Telegraph, October 13, 1877: Joseph Skinner, an aged and highly respected citizen of this town, and the last of one of the oldest families of Norwich [Chenango Co. NY], departed this life at his residence near Wood's Corners [Chenango Co. NY] on Monday morning. For some time Mr. Skinner had been afflicted with Brights disease but was able to be about and attend to his business affairs up to within the past few weeks. A month or two ago an eruption appeared upon the great toe of his right foot and not improving, after a course of treatment, was removed by his attending physician Dr. Hand. The disease by the operation was not arrested but extended to the limb which it was deemed advisable to amputate and was removed above the knee on Saturday last. During the night Mr. Skinner rallied so as to give direction to his nephew, Lester Skinner, concerning his business affairs, conversing with and giving advice to his grandchild, Marvin Wicks, aged some twelve years, together with other members of the family, his mind appearing in its usual strength and perfectly clear. before noon of Sunday, he went into a semi-stupor from which with difficulty he was aroused, death closing the scene about one o'clock Monday morning. Mr. Skinner was a whole souled, good natured, well-disposed man and worthy citizen, desiring others to share the blessings of life and the good things which he himself enjoyed. He died without an enemy and at peace with all. His age was 65. His funeral was largely attended on Wednesday last by a large concourse of citizens and sympathizing friends.
Chenango Semi-Weekly Telegraph, Norwich, NY, October 13, 1877
Marriages
PARKER - PRICHARD: In Otselic [Chenango Co. NY], Oct. 10th, at the residence of the bride's father, by Rev. Geo. Foster, Elbert L. Parker of Smyrna [Chenango Co., NY] and Miss Emma K. Prichard of Otselic.
At pleasant affair occurred at the residence of John Tracy in Hamilton [Madison Co. NY], on Wednesday afternoon last, on which occasion A.D. Murray of the A.&P. telegraph office in this village [Norwich, Chenango Co. NY], and Miss Mary L. Tracy eldest daughter of Mr. Tracy were by the Rev Dr. Stifler of Hamilton united in marriage. Accompanied by the well wishes and hearty congratulations of many friends, the happy couple took the evening train from Earlville for Binghamton, then to Albany, New York, and other places of interest.
Oxford Times, Oxford, NY, October 10, 1877
Marriage
During the union exercises of Wednesday, a union of another sort, and more lasting, took place on Clinton Street at the residence of Noyes B. Eccleston. Mr. Frank Smith, the faithful operator in the Western Union Telegraph office, was united in marriage to Miss Emma Wilson an estimable young lady and sister of the lady of the house. But few friends were invited, a rich collation was served, and the presents were numerous and costly. The happy couple departed that evening for a tour to the Thousand Islands, Niagara and other points amid the congratulations and good wishes of their many friends.
Bainbridge Republican, Bainbridge, NY, October 11, 1877
Death
Susan Blanchard, after a very brief illness, died at her residence in Bainbridge on the 23d ult, aged 54 years.
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