Vital Records, Chenango County, NY, April 1878

 Chenango American, Greene, NY, April 25, 1878

Marriage

At the Baptist Parsonage by Rev. B.T. Davies, April 16th, Mr. Wallace Burghardt of Lisle [Broome Co. NY] to Miss Florence Gritman of the same place.

Death

At the County House in Preston, [Chenango Co. NY], April 9th, Joseph Verrill aged about 35 years, formerly of this town [Greene, Chenango Co., NY].

In Syracuse [Onondaga Co. NY], April 3d, Mr. Daniel D. Strowbridge aged 71 years, formerly of Norwich [Chenango Co. NY].

News Item

How They Marry in Norwich

At the November, 1877 term of the Circuit Court and Court of Oyer and Terminer, Wm. E. Potter of Norwich [Chenango Co. NY] was indicted for seduction under promise of marriage, the woman in the case being Miss Agnes Potter of this village [Greene, Chenango Co. NY].  A warrant was issued for the arrest of Potter and placed in the hands of officer Charles Hubbard, who found that he had left the county.  Hubbard went to Poughkeepsie where Potter was supposed to be, but parties here had kept him informed of proceedings and when the officer arrived in Poughkeepsie, he had left for parts unknown, and Hubbard returned.  In February, Sheriff Hill made a visit to Dutchess County [NY] and then learned that Potter had taken up his residence near Ball's Bridge, Conn.  On Monday morning last, Hill left Norwich in charge of prisoners for Auburn but transferred his prisoners at Utica to Deputy Sheriff Cook and then started for Hartford, Conn. armed and equipped with a requisition, issued by the Governor, where he procured a warrant which he placed in the hands of Deputy Sheriff Tucker of New Haven County, who arrested Potter at Hotchkissville, Litchfield County, and turned him over to Sheriff Hill who brought him to Norwich and lodged him in jail on Thursday morning.  During the day the Sheriff issued invitations to a few and at 7:30 Thursday evening, the couple were married by the Rev. Samuel Scoville at the county residence of Sheriff Hill, after which  a writ of habeas corpus was granted and the prisoner discharged by Judge Jenks, thus settling the matter to the entire satisfaction of the authorities and we trust the interested parties Telegraph

Sherburne News, Sherburne, NY, April 27, 1878

Death

An infant child of B.L. and Rose Webb, formerly of our village [Sherburne, Chenango Co. NY], now residing near Cassville [Oneida Co. NY], was drowned one day last week.  The little one was in the care of its elder brothers or sisters, but eluded their vigilance and fell into a drain in which there was some three feet of water.  Mrs. Webb was called and rescued it and used every means in her power to resuscitate it, but the little one was too far gone, and died during the day.  Times

Bainbridge Republican, Bainbridge, NY, April 25, 1878

Deaths

METCALF:  In Walton [Delaware Co. NY], April 3d, at 9:30 P.M. Mrs. Frances A. [Metcalf], aged 35 years, 4 months and 10 days.

TALCOTT:  Mrs. Adna Talcott of East Guilford [Chenango Co. NY] fell dead in her room Monday morning.  Seemingly in usual health in the morning early and at 9 A.M. had passed to the unseen land, aged 77 years.

News Item

Old Comrades

On Saturday, conductor L. Coe Young, of the Albany and Susquehanna railroad was going through his train after leaving Nineveh [Broome Co. NY] when a passenger who boarded at that station, rose up in presenting his ticket, saying, "I think I know you, sir."  The conductor acknowledged that the stranger might, but he himself failed to recognize him.  "Your name," continued the stranger "Is L. Coe Young. You should have a bayonet scar on your lower lip," and he found it under the edge of the conductor's imperial.  "Yes, here it is.  I was with you when you were wounded."  And then he explained.  He then a youth of sixteen, was recruited into the company to which Mr. Young belonged, in 1863, and fought by his side two years. They parted when they were mustered out and had not met or heard of each other since.  Now the plucky young soldier of sixteen had become a clergyman of the Methodist Church and was on the way to Conference.  "But," said the conductor, "You do not go on to Conference today.  You stay with me over Sunday."  The old comrades in arms found the unexpected reunion a joyful one after the long separation.   New Berlin Gazette

Vital Records, Chenango County, NY, April 1878

 Chenango Semi-Weekly Telegraph, Norwich, NY, April 24, 1878

Marriage

The most delightful affair of the season was the wedding last evening at the Congregational church, of Mr. Romeo W. Lewis of Sacramento, Cal., and Miss Katherine Breed of this village [Norwich, Chenango Co. NY].  In spite of the heavy rain, an immense crowd were assembled to witness the ceremony.  Within the church the scene was most beautiful.  A large, yet light and graceful gothic arch spanned the space immediately in front of the platform. The compact roll of the evergreens of the arch was sprayed with a profusion of ferns producing an exquisite effect.  The suspended bell decorated with jessamine and other delicate sprays of flowers was exceedingly graceful and worthy a careful examination.  These heightened by the elaborate arrangement of floral stands, jardinieres, urns and vases in the background, produced so beautiful an effect that by common consent we believe they were pronounced the finest decorations that we have ever had.  We noticed that the choir of which Miss Breed was a member and her sabbath school class were thoroughly cared for.  Mrs. Mitchell presided at the organ with eminent success.  The young ladies all say (and we think our young gentlemen should not be oblivious to it) that Mr. Scoville does his part on such occasions "beautifully."  The ushers were Chas. H. Stanton, James E. Nickerson, Captain Tillson and Charles E. Barnard.

Miss Breed will be missed by her numerous friends here, but her many excellent qualities are so well known, and Mr. Lewis has won such golden opinions from those that have met him, that they will leave pleasant recollections and will be followed by kind wishes of happiness in their distant home.

Oxford Times, Oxford, NY, April 24, 1878:  A remarkable marriage took place in Norwich [Chenango Co. NY] Monday eve, neither bride nor groom having seen or known each other before.  Kitty Breed, daughter of Mr. Chas. Breed, a maiden of 32 springs, and Mr. Lewis, a widower of 47 summers, are the parties.  Mr. Lewis, a printer at one time in the Union office, but now of Sacramento, Cal, felt rather lonely after the loss of his wife, and requested a friend who had been the means of his first marriage to recommend him some suitable person to replace the loved one lost. The friend done his best, and Mr. Lewis, after the customary correspondence, has come on to claim his bride.  Mr. Lewis was formerly from Coventry [Chenango Co. NY].

Death

Mary Callahan died in St. Elizabeth's Hospital, Utica [Oneida Co. NY], on Saturday morning last, of consumption.  The deceased formerly resided in Norwich [Chenango Co. NY] and had been an inmate of the hospital since January 3d, at which time she was admitted through the influence of Father Harrigan and has since been kindly cared for at that institution, until death terminated her sufferings.

Otselic, Chenango Co. NY:  Mrs. Truman, wife of John  D. Truman, a former resident of this town, died of consumption in Georgetown, on Friday last, aged sixty-three years.

Chenango Semi-Weekly Telegraph, Norwich, NYT, April 27, 1878

Marriage

SACKETT - SLOAN:  At the residence of the bride's mother, April 17, by Rev. J. Jones, Mr. George E. Sachett to Miss Ella H. Sloan, all of Afton [Chenango Co. NY].

Death

ANDREWS:  In Delhi [Delaware Co. NY], April 16, Rensselaer W. Andrews, aged 68 years, father of Mrs. Fred Graham of this village [Norwich, Chenango Co. NY].

ANDERSON:  In Sidney [Delaware Co. NY], April 22, 1878, Angelia C. [Anderson] wife of Leroy Anderson, aged 26 years.

MERRILL:  In Sidney [Delaware Co. NY], A[pril 18, Mrs. Eliza Merrill, aged 62 years.

TRIPP:  In East Guilford [Chenango Co. NY], April 20, Eliza J. [Tripp] daughter of James S. Tripp, in the 15th year of her age.

Chenango Semi-Weekly Telegraph, Norwich, NY, April 20, 1878

Death of Gracie Latham

Never did a little girl love flowers more than Gracie Thoma s Latham.  Only eight years of age, she knew the names of all, even to the common weeds that blossom by the wayside.  When the sad news of her unexpected death came to her many friends, they recalled this love of hers and showed their affection by many most exquisite and beautiful floral tributes. At the funeral, her little white coffin stood in the midst of such a display of flowers as were never seen in our village.  We have not the space to describe them.  We can only speak of the different designs.

Above her portrait was a star of violets, and over it a cross and crown of different varieties of white flowers.  Placed on stands and other supports near the coffin were the following:  A large cross of hyacinths, a dove of trailing arbutus, a cross of white hyacinths, geraniums and lilies, a lyre of japonicas, roses and azaleas, a harp of wild dielytra, a cross of pink hyacinths and calla lilies, a wreath of japonicas and roses, a mass of geraniums for a background, with the letters "G.L." in white flowers, a wreath of japonicas and roses.  At the foot of the coffin stood three callas filled with English violets, which were sent from Utica.  The casket was covered with the choicest varieties of cut roses.  besides the above, there were very many vases and baskets filled with tulips, violets and other beautiful flowers. the grave itself was robbed of its terrors. the sides were turfed with green sods, over which had been scattered innumerable violets.

At the funeral Thursday afternoon, Rev. Mr. Haynes, the pastor, officiated.  We give [extracts of] his remarks.

....Such a flower was our little friend.  Though but eight years of age, evidences of unusual genius had lighted her eyes.  With her teacher she would sit for hours delighted with her attempts to render oils of her own combination into form on the canvass.  Ambition to do the very best, characterized her efforts at the little private school where she daily studied. With great independence of judgment, she moved among her friends, seeking usually the company of adults in preference to children and giving evidence to those who knew her best of unusual perception, and wonderful appreciation of all that was singular and truly great.

....We confidently believe that though her too brief life ended in such a struggle and today such a shadow hangs cloud like over this dear home, the time will come when our dear brother and sister will praise God that they could shelter such a spirit, impress their own life upon it, teach it about Jesus and then give it back to him, to be with Him, enjoy Him and help Him in his great work for ever and ever.

....During Gracie's severe illness she manifested a nearness to Christ which would surprise even the most ardent believer in the conversion of children.  It was such a nearness that we cannot but believe the dear savior came to her with unwonted preciousness and for a special purpose.

...During her fearful struggle against the remorseless disease, she frequently ejaculated short prayers.  "Dear Jesus," she cried "have mercy upon a poor sick little girl."  We heard her frequently jsut before she passed away exclaim, "Lord Jesus have mercy upon my soul," One evening with her poor little throat so hoarse she could not be heard above a whisper, she was heard to hum "I will sing you a song of that beautiful land, the far away home of the soul", and the last two lines of one verse.  "Where no storms ever beat on that glittering sand / While the years of eternity roll." were distinctly heard.

....She frequently called for her father to come and pray with her and these were some of her requests.  "Ask Jesus to help me bear my pain."  "Kneel down and ask Jesus to carry me safely through."  Once she asked for a prayer to be repeated and then turning to her mother, said, "Now, let us all say amen."  Out of the night of gloom that is upon you, dear friends, let these touching but vital remembrances of your darling's hold on the Lord Jesus Christ, shine like glittering stars; stars indicating what we so well know, that night is only the opposite of the day that lies just beyond.  

....To us who knew her in home, school, neighborhood and church, and especially to her dear family and parents, remains the sorrow of waiting a little while ere we join her in the land of the blest.

While her little spirit was with us, it was our duty to watch and fight disease, for we knew not whether life or death was God's will.  All that skill, perseverance and loving vigil could do was done to save her to her friends. but one who holds the destinies of all flesh in his hands, ordered otherwise.

Now that she has gone, our duty is equally plain.  We shall miss her at every turn in our path. the sorrow will be life long, but in Christ it will not be more than can be borne.  

....With friends who knew her in life and know her still, Cracie is now a spirit blessed.

Oxford Times, Oxford, NY, April 24, 1878

Death

DOOLITTLE:   In this village [Oxford, Chenango Co. NY], April 16th, Miss Susan Doolittle, aged 65 years.

 Miss Susan Doolittle, an aged maiden lady, who has made it her home with Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Willcox for several years, died suddenly at their residence in the boarding hall in this village on Wednesday evening last, by strangulation.

The lady had been unwell for some time, but under treatment of a physician was recovering.  On the evening mentioned, Dr. Miller stopped into the hall to see Mrs. Willcox, who was ill, and while attending that lady, heard Miss Doolittle coughing in an adjoining room.  The cough was like a person choking and the Doctor inquired if she was in the habit of coughing in that manner and on being told that she was not, he hastened to her room and found her purple in the face and gasping for breath. She managed to whisper that she could not breathe, the Doctor did all that circumstances would admit of, but she was past help and died in a few seconds.  It is not known whether she had attempted to swallow something that caused the strangulation or not, and no examination was made any further than to discover that there was no obstruction in the throat.  The funeral was held on Thursday, the remains were taken to Windsor [Broome Co. NY] for burial.

Vital Records, Chenango County, NY, April 1878

 Chenango Union, Norwich, NY, April 25, 1878

Marriages

MEDBURY - COUSE:  April 10th, by Rev. C.A. Stone, Mr. Ransom Medbury of New Berlin [Chenango Co. NY] to Miss Mary Couse, of Susquehanna, Pa.

SILVERNAIL - SILVERNAIL:  In Cincinnatus [Cortland Co. NY], April 14th, by Rev. N. Rogers, Mr. James Silvernail to Mrs. Amelia Silvernail, all of Cincinnatus.

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LEWIS - BREED:  At the Congregation Church, April 23d by Rev. S. Scoville, R.W. Lewis of Sacramento, Cal, and Katharine N. Breed of this village [Norwich, Chenango Co. NY]

Beautiful flowers adorned the pulpit and walls of the Congregational Church on Monday evening, and an evergreen arch, from which was suspended a magnificent floral marriage bell, stood in front of the altar.  The occasion was the marriage of Mr. Romeo W. Lewis, of Sacramento, California, to Miss Kate N. Breed, of this village.  The spacious Church was crowded with invited guests and spectators and the organ pealed forth sweet notes for the joyous occasion.  Promptly at seven o'clock the doors wer e thrown open and the bridal party entered and passed down the main aisle to the front of the altar, taking position under the arch and bell.  Rev. Mr. Scoville then proceeded to perform the ceremony, and in a few minutes the two were made one.  The bride was tastefully and elegantly attired in a gray silk traveling costume, which set off her personal charms to good advantage.  After the ceremony, the bridal party repaired in carriages to the D.L.&W. depot, where the happy couple took the evening train south for Connecticut.  We understand they will be absent some three or four weeks, and then will return to this place and spend a few days before their final departure to their home on the Pacific slope.

We are informed that the bride received a large number of elegant and costly presents which she will prize in her new home as souvenirs of affection from friends far away.  The best wishes of their many friends will go with them.  Mr. Lewis is largely engaged in the printing business in Sacramento and takes a prominent interest in the prosperity and advancement of that city.  He is well posted in all matters relating to California and may be induced to give our citizens a lecture upon the progress and prospects of that State before his return.

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A wedding came off at the jail on Thursday evening of last week.  The parties were William E. Potter, formerly of this village [Norwich, Chenango Co. NY] and Miss Agnes Potter, of this place.  Rev. S Scoville officiated.  The groom was last fall indicted for seduction under promise of marriage, but he "lit out" and was found last week in Connecticut by Sheriff Hill, who brought him back, under a requisition from the Governor.  A few invited guests witnessed the ceremony, and the prisoner was discharged from custody.  "All's well that ends well."

Deaths

CALAHAN:  In St. Elizabeth's Hospital, Utica [Oneida Co. NY], April 21st of consumption, Miss Mary Callahan of Norwich [Chenango Co. NY], aged 27 years.  Her remains were brought to this village on Tuesday and funeral services will be held at St. Patrick's Church this (Wednesday) afternoon.

BROOKINS:  In East Guilford [Chenango Co. NY] March 27th, Mrs. Polly Brookins, wife of Frederick J. Brookins, aged 66 years.

BIXBY:  In Bainbridge [Chenango Co. NY], April 16th, Mrs. Sophia Bishop [Bixby] relict of Elisha Bixby, aged 83 years.

DOOLITTLE:  In Oxford [Chenango Co. NY] April 16th, Miss Susan Doolittle, aged 65 years.

Miss Susan Doolittle, an aged maiden lady who has made it her home with Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Willcox for several years, died suddenly at their residence in the boarding hall in this village on Wednesday evening last, by strangulation.

HOPKINS:  In Cincinnatus [Cortland Co. NY], Jane [Hopkins], daughter of Dennis Hopkins, aged 18 years. 

SMITH:  Mrs. William Smith, who resided South of our village [Guilford, Chenango Co. NY] and near Root's Corners. died on the 20th inst.  She was a daughter of Rev. Bishop Russell.

OWENS:  In South New Berlin [Chenango Co. NY], suddenly, April 1 9th, Mrs. Mary Ann Owens, wife of Alvah Owens, aged 61 years.

On Friday morning of last week, Mrs. Mary Ann Owens, wife of Alvah Owens, of South New Berlin, was found dead in her bed.  Her age was sixty-five years, and she was to all appearances in good health up to the time of her death. The funeral was held on Sunday.  Deceased was an aunt of A.D. Sergent, of this village [Norwich, Chenango Co. NY].

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LATHAM:  In this village [Norwich, Chenango Co. NY] April 23d, of scarlet fever, Gracie Thomas Latham, daughter of Albert C. and Myra H. Latham, aged 8 years, 6 months and 23 days.  Funeral services will be held at the residence of her parents on Hayes Street on Thursday at 4 o'clock P.M.

Gracie Thomas Latham died of scarlet fever at 3:30 in the afternoon of Tuesday, April 23d, 1878 aged 8 years, 6 months and 23 days.

She came so late into this world of ours, we never thought she would be the first to welcome us to that other.  While the flowers she loved so well are opening on the hill side and in the valley, she has blossomed an immortal flower in the Paradise of God. The tortures of her brief sickness were so cruel we could not say her nay, when she sought that rest that knows no waking. We knew that peace came when there dawned upon her the sunshine of eternal morning.

She was a singularly attractive child and womanly beyond her years.  She was sprightly and full of life, intelligent, ingenious, and generous to a fault.  Her choicest playthings were at the ready disposal of her every playmate.  Her instincts were artistic and the little paintings she executed will ever be rare mementoes of her wonderful childish talents and unfulfilled prophecies of what she would have been.  She was conscientious and truthful.  One of the sweetest recollections of her short life will be that she never told an untruth.

She has gone from us.  All alone she crossed the dark river. We thought we had begotten a woman.  We did not know there had been born to us an angel.  But so, it is.  The light and joy of one home and of two households is gone.

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Funeral of William Green

At the time of our going to press on Wednesday afternoon of last week, the funeral services of the late William Green, of this village [Norwich, Chenango Co. NY] were being held.  Rev. H.M. Crydenwise, pastor of the Methodist Church of which he was an esteemed member officiated and Rev. D.E. Loveridge, Chaplain of Norwich Lodge of Masons, assisted in the last sad rites. There was a large attendance of Masonic brethren, as well as of those not members of that order.

His remains were conveyed to the D.L. &W. depot on Wednesday afternoon by his Masonic brethren and the bereaved widow, with James N. Sibley, who had faithfully attended deceased during his last illness accompanied them to Sing Sing [Westchester Co. NY], where he had formerly resided.  Funeral services were held in the Methodist church in that village, on Friday afternoon, with a sermon by the pastor.  The exercises were under the direction of the Masons and the attendance was large, showing the estimation in which he was held by friends in his old home.

Mrs. Green, accompanied by her brother, Edwin Lawrence, and Mr. Sibley, returned on Monday evening.  It is her intention, we learn, to remove to her former home in Sing Sing, and the best wishes of the many friends who have formed her acquaintance and enjoyed her society during her residence in this village will go with her while the sympathies of the entire community are hers, in her affliction.

In Memoriam

At a special communication of Norwich lodge, No. 302, F. and A.M., held at Masonic Hall, Wednesday, April 17th, A.L. 5878, the death of Bro. William Green having been announced, the following tribute of respect was unanimously adopted:

Death having again bereft us of one of our members, it becometh us to bow in humble recognition of the Providence that has called Bro. William Green from our Lodge and in doing so we would not only spread upon our minutes, but engrave upon the tablets of our hearts, his many virtues, and bear them ever in faithful remembrance.

Brother Green had long lived among us, and while health permitted, he performed his Masonic duties and those of an honored citizen, in quiet unostentatious dignity, ever believing that to perform the duties of this life well, was the foundation of an enduring life hereafter.  He never failed to recognize and cultivate those Christian duties alike cherished by our order and the church to which he belonged.  His example during his long life of usefulness we would commend to the young of our order.  His patient suffering should teach us anew the lesson that he that endureth with patience and fortitude shall surely receive the welcome plaudit and while we mourn the loss of our departed Brother, we know that it is well with him, and that if we emulate his virtues, we may meet with him in the lodge beyond the river.

While dropping the sympathetic tear for our beloved friend and Brother, we would not forget his surviving companion and the sons whose loss is so much greater than ours. We tender them the sympathy of honest, loving hearts, and commend them to the Author of all Good, for that solace and comfort that no one else can bestow.

Resolved:  That this tribute be written upon our Lodge Register and a copy thereof, under the seal of our Lodge be forwarded to the surviving companion of our deceased Brother and also published in the village papers.

News Item

Pleasant Affair

We have received from one of the participants the following account of a pleasant surprise to the family of Mr. Frederick Carhart, near Guilford Centre [Chenango Co. NY], last week.  The friends of Mr. Carhart, who is a confirmed invalid, and unable to walk, conceived the very pertinent idea of presenting him with an invalid chair, mounted on wheels, to enable him to propel himself to any part of his premises with ease and comfort.  They accordingly procured a fine one of that description, costing about thirty dollars, and on the afternoon of Tuesday, April 16th, proceeded in a body towards Mr. Carhart's residence and while yet afar off were discovered by Mrs. Carhart, who informed her husband that the Gypsies were coming with their baby wagon, and we suppose prepared herself not to give them a too cordial reception.  She discovered her mistake, however when her house was taken possession of, not by roving Gypsies, but by friends and neighbors evidently bent on making themselves at home, and when one of the number came forward and presented the chair as a token of their regard and esteem, the object of the visit was apparent and the best of feeling established between the guests and their host and hostess, who were much affected by the kindness and consideration which prompted the demonstration.  After an hour or more spent in pleasant communication, the guests were invited into the dining room where the lady Gypsies had prepared a substantial repast, which our informant states was severely punished by the band.  After this the party separated, feeling that the occasion had been one about which would always cluster pleasant memories. 

Vital Records, Delaware County, NY, 1821 & 1822

 Delaware Gazette, Delhi, NY, November 21, 1821

Marriage

Elopement:  Whereas my wife Nancy [Parsons] has eloped from my bed and board without any just cause or provocation.  This is to forbid all persons harboring or trusting her on my account, as I will pay no debts of her contracting after this date.  Timothy Parsons Franklin [Delaware Co. NY] November 13, 1821.

Delaware Gazette, Delhi, NY, January 2, 1822

Marriage

In this town [Delhi, Delaware Co. NY] on the 1st inst. by the Rev. Mr. E.K. Maxwell, Mr. Caleb P. Thurber of this village to Miss Maria Dennend.

Delaware Gazette, Delhi, NY, January 16, 1822

Marriages

In Roxbury [Delaware Co. NY] on the 27th, ult by J.E. Burhans, Esquire Mr. Edward A. More to Miss Harriet Preston, daughter of Gen. Otis Preston.

In -?- by M. Halcort, Esquire, Mr. Nathaniel ...outen to Miss Betsey Corbin.

By H.I. Quick--oss, Esq. Mr. Eri Gray to Miss Betsey Tyler.

By the Rev. Mr. Page, Mr. Thomas H. Dent to Miss Betsey Sturges.

By the Rev. Mr. Warren, Mr. Richard L. Snyder to Miss Philandina Burhans, all of Roxbury [Delaware Co. NY].

In Kortright [Delaware Co. NY] on the 3d inst. by the Rev. E.K. Maxwell, Mr. William Miller of Bovina [Delaware Co. NY], to Miss Sara Humphries of the former place.

In this town [Delhi, Delaware Co. NY], on the 10th inst. by the same, Rev. gentleman, Mr. Walter Holmes to Miss Eliza Blair.

On Friday the 11th inst. by J. Hitchcolk, Esq'r, Mr. John Cable to Miss Huldah P. Beers, all of this town [Delhi, Delaware Co. NY].

Delaware Gazette, Delhi, NY, February 13, 1822

Marriages

At Walton [Delaware Co. NY] on the 8th(?) inst. by the Rev. Mr. ..dies, Mr. William P. McKinstry, Merchant, of Rodman, Jefferson County [NY], to Miss Caroline Handford, daughter of Mr. Samuel Handford of the former place.

At Delhi [Delaware Co. NY] on the 7th inst. by the Rev. E.K. Maxwell, Mr. William Mason to Miss Julia Rodgers.

On the 7th inst. by the Rev. Daniel Mable, Mr. Stephen R. Ballard to Mrs. Jane Grant, both of Delhi [Delaware Co. NY].

At Andes [Delaware Co. NY] on the 23d of Jan. by the Rev. Daniel -?-, Mr. Ezra Waterbury to Miss Betsey Reynolds.

Deaths

In Bovina [Delaware Co. NY], on the 24th, of January, much regreted, aged 30 years and 9 months, Mrs. Isabella Ann Crozier, consort of Walter Crozier and second daughter of the late Mr. Joseph Thomson, Merchant, New York.

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Died on the 3d instant, at Harpersfield [Delaware Co. NY] of typhoid fever, John Hotchkiss, Esq. in the 34th year of his age.

When such a man dies, it gives a shock through the circle of his acquaintance.  An agonizing feeling pierces every heart.  The thoughtless think and a solemn pause is succeeded by the spontaneous enquiry, why is such a man, so esteemed, so respected by all, so capable, active and useful to the town, ere the meridian of life?  The answer is receivable only, in the inscrutable wisdom of our Heavenly Father who doth all things well. In his sovereign good pleasure is found the only quiescent solution, "even so, Father, for so it seemeth, in thy sight!"

With all the advantage of a public education, the superior acquirements of the deceased we clearly [appreciate].  His mind was of a superior order.  In his studies he mastered in a few hours what many attain with protracted labor.  Yet he was ever modest and unassuming, concomitant not always dependent on clear and vigorous minds.  In any society he would have been an ornament.  Respected by all he was most respected by those who knew him best.

As a member of society, in promoting whatever he deemed laudable, he was ardent.  As a man of business, he was diligent, intelligent, and conscientiously upright.  As a son, a brother, a husband, a father, a kinsman, in all kindred relations, he exemplified in an eminent degree the law of love and has left a shining example for the living to emulate.

Encircled with beloved relations and friends, he lived esteemed and loved.  Surrounded by parents, grandparents, wife and children, and friends he died a pattern of patience and holy resignation.  For after all it was religion that crowned his character -?- was a professor.  To all human appearance a possessor of that religion which alone can soothe and soften a dying bed.  "I would not" said he "be a chooser, I am willing to live if it be God's will.  If it be his will, I am willing to die," and apparently in the exercise of a hope, worth all worlds, he met the king of errors, undismayed and quietly fell asleep.  Blessed are the dead that die in the Lord for they rest from their labors and their works do follow them!

The burst of anguish over the memory of John Hotchkiss will be embalmed with softened recollections of his virtues and worth.  The family of which he was the pride and prop; the church of which he was an active, influential member; the society, which he adorned, and the many friends whom he won will call to mind his praiseworthy likable examples, as incentives to go and do likewise.

To surviving relations; to the church to which he belonged; to Christian community and to the throng at large, the death of such an individual in early life is after all a rebuke.  They must not mourn for him but the language of the providence if rightly heard bids them mourn for themselves and adds to each, "Be thou also ready!"

Vital Records, Otsego Co., NY 1847 & 1849

 Otsego Democrat, Cooperstown, NY, August 14, 1847

Marriage

In Cherry Valley [Otsego Co. NY] on the 28th ult. by Rev. C.H. Harvey, Mr. Douw Beekman of Ft. Plain [Montgomery Co. NY], to Miss Hellen Gray of the former place.

Death

In Laurens [Otsego Co. NY], on the 30th ult. Mr. Brown Winsor, brother of ex-Sheriff Winsor, aged 36 years.  Mr. Winsor possessed those qualities which render his death peculiarly afflicting.  Strong and ardent in his attachments, those immediately connected, together with an extensive and numerous acquaintance [...unreadable...] in his intercourse with many [he gained] their confidence and secured their esteem and from his kindness and liberality it has been said and may here be repeated that the poor have lost a friend.  [-?-], the profession of Christian religion, through a short but useful life was honorably sustained.

Otsego Democrat, Cooperstown, NY, August 21, 1847

Marriages

In Burlington [Otsego Co. NY], on the 8th inst. Mr. Thomas H. Porter, of Paris, Oneida Co. [NY] to Miss Martha Ann Conkling of Burlington.

In Oaksville [Otsego Co. NY] on the 12th inst. by Wm. P. Johnson Esq., Mr. James Thompson to Mrs. Helen Carter, both of Warren, Herkimer County [NY].

Deaths

In Cherry Valley [Otsego Co. NY], on the 3d inst. Rev. S. Gilbert aged 65 years.

In this town [Cooperstown, Otsego Co. NY] on the 27th ult., Miss Betsey Maria Peabody aged 22 years.

Two More Jersey Veterans Gone:  Colonel Daniel Kemper, a veteran officer of the war of the Revolution, expired at his residence in New Brunswick on the 6th inst. at the age of 98, having been born in August 1749.  He served the cause of independence faithfully and lived the life of a Christian patriot.  The next day Death claimed another of the old worthies in taking off Captain Lewis Johnson, a soldier of the Revolution, who had nearly reached the 88th anniversary of his birth. They were entombed on Sunday.  Newark Adv.

Cherry Valley Gazette, Cherry Valley, NY, July 18, 1849

Marriage

In Cooperstown [Otsego Co. NY] on the 10th inst. by the Rev. Mr. Loomis, Marshal W. Parker of Clinton, Oneida Co. [NY] to Louisa [McLean] daughter of the late Wm. McLean of this village [Cherry Valley, Otsego Co. NY].

Cherry Valley Gazette, Cherry Valley, NY, July 25, 1849

Marriage

In this village [Cherry Valley, Otsego Co. NY] on the 23d inst. by Jefferson N. Clyde Esq., Mr. Henry Crary of Chenango Co. [NY] to Miss lucy Ann Lewis of Rhode Island.

Deaths

In Cooperstown [Otsego Co. NY] on the 14th inst. Mrs. Susan Beadle in the 63d year of her age, a member of the Presbyterian Church.

In Milford [Otsego co. NY] on the 16th inst., Captain William Russell a soldier of the Revolution, aged 93 years.

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In this village [Cherry Valley, Otsego Co. NY] on the 18th inst., Mrs. Sarah Boardman, Consort of the Rev. Geo. Boardman aged 45 years.

In the account contained in this paper of the mortality which has occurred in our village during the last week, will be found the record of Mrs. Sarah Boardman, consort of the Rev. George Boardman, Pastor of the First Presbyterian church in this town.  Mrs. Boardman was the daughter of the Hon. George Brayton, of Oneida County, new deceased, who was extensively known and highly esteemed for his virtues as a citizen and his useful and patriotic services as a member of the Assembly and Senate of this State.

The disease which occasioned the sudden and lamented death of Mrs. B. in the meridian of her life and in the midst of her usefulness was undoubtedly produced by the anxious and laborious attention her mind and tender heart prompted her to bestow on a dying stranger, who was taken ill at her house.  On Wednesday morning she was in her usual health, and before seven o'clock in the evening of that day she was a corpse.  The tremendous shock, the deep-toned sensation caused in this Village by the announcement of that sad event was undoubtedly produced by the apprehension that the dreaded Cholera was among us.  It was the appalling news that an invaluable friend had bid us an eternal farewell whose soul was benevolence itself; whose charities assuaged the distresses and diffused the balm of comfort among all the poor and unfortunate around her; whose presence brought peace and quiet and joy into every social circle which she entered; whose mind was highly cultivated and richly endowed with all that can enliven human nature and chastened and purified by the most devoted and ardent, but unostentatious, and humble piety; and whom all admired and loved. Hence it was that every bosom, was thrilled with anguish and every heart was rived with grief.  Her loss in the society in which she lived to the church and congregation of which she was a member and of which her husband was the Pastor and to the Christian community in this vicinity is irreparable.  May a merciful god heal the bruised spirit and pour invigoration into the lacerated heart of her bereaved husband and preserve his only surviving child.

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We regret to learn that Mrs. Boardman, wife of the Rev. Mr. Boardman of Cherry Valley died of Cholera in that place on Wednesday, after an illness of nine hours.  Mrs. B. contracted the disease while humanely attending a stranger who was sick of the same disease.  Freeman's Journal, Cooperstown.

The facts of the above cases are these:  A young gentleman came to this village nearly three weeks ago, from Troy [Rensselaer Co. NY], to visit a member of Rev. Mr. Boardman's family.  For two weeks before coming here he had been afflicted with the diarrhea but had received only partial benefit.  Upon his arrival here, by previously neglecting himself, he became worse.  He remained here about two weeks, before he died, receiving the best medical attention and the kindest and most attentive care from Mrs. Boardman, to whom he was an entire stranger.  Mrs. B. was untiring in her efforts to minister to his necessities and she unceasingly trespassed on tired nature to relieve the sufferings of the stranger.  By thus exhibiting her disinterested friendship (which was a part of her nature) and being of a weakly constitution, she drooped under the weight of care and soon after the stranger's death, was taken dangerously ill and in about twelve hours died.  These facts may be relied upon as true.

Our authority is unquestionable being that of the distinguished resident physician of this village who attended the deceased persons during their brief, but fatal illness.

Vital Records, Otsego County, NY, April & May 1878

 Morris Chronicle, Morris, NY, April 24, 1878

Deaths

April 9:  In Morris [Otsego Co. NY], Elizabeth [Foote] wife of Sedate Foote, and daughter of Stephen Taylor, aged 35 years and 6 months.

April 13:  In Oneonta [Otsego Co. NY] Mrs. Almira Hathaway wife of Al Hathaway, aged 33 years, 1 month and 18 days.

Oneonta Herald & Democrat, Oneonta, NY, May 10, 1878

Marriage

Otego, Otsego Co. NY: A very pleasant affair occurred at the residence of Levi Coburn yesterday afternoon, the principal feature being the marriage of Mr. C's niece, Mary E. Reynolds and D. Hanley of Binghamton [Broome County, NY].  A few invited guests were present and a very pleasant gathering it was.  The happy pair left on the evening train for Binghamton, their future home.  May happiness follow.

Deaths

In Exeter Centre [Otsego Co. NY], May 5, Mary [Doran] widow of the late Patrick Doran, aged 55 years, A native of county Limerick, Ireland.

In Afton, [Chenango Co. NY], April 8, May 4 and 5 of diptheria, three children of Homer Hurlburt.

In Walton [Delaware Co. NY] May 3, Clark Mills, aged 26 years.

In Prattsville [Greene Co. NY], suddenly, May 4, Andrew Rockfeller, proprietor of the Central Hotel, aged about 40 years.

Garrattsville, Otsego Co. NY:  Mrs. Porter widow of Egbert Porter and a former resident of this place, died a short time since at her home in the west.

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Written on the death of Minnie Bronson who died May 2d, 1878

Sad, slow and solemn move along / The weeping kindred, flowing throng; / Minnie is dead, beloved and dear, / And nature weeps the tender tear.

But tell ye kindred, tell us why / Ye heave this melancholy sigh; / She is not dead, but lives above / In yonder world of light and love.

She was her parents' hearts delight / And now to God she has taken flight; / Sleep on, dear friend, and take your rest, / God called her home, He thought it best.

Her friends most dear that dwell above, / Them has she gone to see; / And all her friends in Christ below, / Will soon go after thee.

She's gone, and left brother and sister here / To mourn a sister's loss; / No consolation can be found / Save kneeling at the cross.

Her friend most dear that's left behind, / May God direct his youthful mind; / O ! teach him how to be a guest / Where minnie now, I trust, is at rest.  

E.J.Y.

Vital Records, Chenango & Otsego Counties, NY, April 1878

Chenango American, Greene, NY, April 18, 1878

Deaths

In Barker [Broome Co. NY], April 13th, Miss Getty Ann Terwilliger, of this village [Greene, Chenango Co. NY], aged 57 years.

In Smithville [Chenango Co. NYT], April 14th, Miss Alice M. [Harrison] youngest daughter of Arthur Harrison, aged 18 years.

In Smyrna [Chenango Co. NY], March 27th, Mrs. Sarah Congdon, aged 76 years.

Sherburne News, Sherburne, NY, April 20, 1878

Deaths

MILLER:  In Earlville [Madison Co. NY], on the 17th inst., Mrs. Maria D. Miller widow of Linus Miller, aged 61 years.

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HAVELY:  In Sherburne [Chenango Co. NY] March 30th, 1878, Mrs. Sarah R. Havely, in the 71st year of her age.

Mrs. Havely's maiden name was Rexford.  She was born in Sherburne in 1807; was married in 1826; moved to Pittsford, N.Y. [Otsego Co. NY] in 1836, where, in 1863, she buried her husband.  Two years later she returned to Sherburne with her family, consisting of two sons and three daughters.  Of these one son, Benjamin R. Havely, died of consumption in Sherburne, and her other son, Jacob R. Havely, was killed at the storming of Port Hudson.  Her three daughters, still living in Sherburne, were present to minister to their mother in her last sickness and to follow her to the grave.

These facts of her history are soon stated.  But it is impossible in any mere obituary notice to do justice to her character.  It was the remark of one of her neighbors, well qualified to judge, "that in Mrs. Havely's death Sherburne had lost one of its strongest characters."  Any yet, with her strong common sense, her wholesome conservatism, her loyalty to the Word of God, her strength was not strong mindedness, as that phrase is now used, but rather constancy and efficiency in things good.  Indeed, words must be well chosen, they need to be emphasized by the meaning that an acquaintance with the deceased could alone put into them; to speak in any degree her energy and fortitude, in doing and enduring, her affection for her family and friends, her kindness to the poor, her services to the church of which she was many years a member, and to the Sabbath School, in which to the last, she was a teacher; and last, but not least, her reverence for the Word of God.  In her is illustrated these words of Scripture: "The memory of the just is blessed."  "Favor is deceitful, and beauty is vain, but a woman that feareth the Lord shall be praised."

Freeman's Journal, Cooperstown, NY, April 25, 1878

Deaths

In Unadilla [Otsego Co. NY], April 16th, William Gregory aged 98 years.

In Otego [Otsego Co. NY], Mrs. Betsy Graves, aged 87 years and 5 months.

In Unadilla [Otsego Co. NY], April 13th, '78, Isaiah Maynard aged 86 years.

At Rockdale [Chenango Co. NY], April 14th, George Lamphere, aged 75 years.

In South Worcester [Otsego Co. NY], April 10th, Rachel [Wilbur] relict of the late Robert S. Wilbur, aged 79 years.

At the residence of his grandparents at Milford Center [Otsego Co. NY], Feb. 2d, 1878, Edward J. Mumford in the 20th year of his age.

In the town of Warren [Otsego Co. NY], April 9th, Nancy L. [Sitts] wife of Menzo W. Sitts and daughter of the late Henry Eckler aged 36 years, 7 months and 22 days.

In Edmeston [Otsego Co. NY] April 8th, Nancy [Ackerman] wife of Ed S. Ackerman.  Mrs. A. had assisted in doing her washing during the day and was taken in a fit of apoplexy about 10 o'clock and died at 8 in the evening.

Hon. E. Delafield Smith who died at Shrewsbury, N.J., April 12th, was a native of Otego [Otsego Co. NY]

It is a sad affliction that Mr. and Mrs. Fred Weaver have sustained.  Within one week, three children, aged from sixteen months to five years, all they had, died of diphtheria.  Mrs. Weaver has been very sick since last Friday when the last child was buried.

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At Springfield Center [Otsego Co. NY], April 22d, 1878, Hiram R. Wood aged 52 years.  In the death of Mr. Wood a gloom is cast over our entire community.  A resident of this village from his birth, an upright, honest man, a pillar in the church of which he was a regular attendant, a man of remarkable energy and executive ability.  Few men would be missed in this community in business as much as he.  He was ever ready to assist in all good works, religious or social, with his influence and means.  As a neighbor and friend he was cheerful, social and obliging, and many of his acquaintances have reason to remember a friendly act, or favor done with unassuming tact, which showed a kind and generous heart. To his relatives he was more than generous, and his surviving brother and sisters will remember him as a kind, indulgent brother. A man of usefulness, taken in his prime, but at rest we trust "on the other shore," where all of his own family except one child have gone before.

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We very much regret to learn that Hiram R. Wood, long the leading businessman at Springfield centre, died on Sunday last, after an illness of several weeks.  He was about 52 years of age and held in high esteem by a wide circle of friends.  He will be greatly missed by his fellow townsmen and others as he was a very useful and energetic man.

News Item

The congregation of Christ Church [Cooperstown, Otsego Co. NY] were agreeably surprised on Easter morning to find in addition to the profuse floral decorations, a beautiful memorial window, the gift of Mrs. J.P. Sill, which had been placed in position the day previous.  The window is from the decorative art establishment of William Gibson's Sons, New York and represents Christ talking with the woman of Samaria at the well.  Underneath the central figures are the words "Whosoever drinketh of the wateer that I shall give him shall never thirst" and near the bottom of the window the inscription:  "In Memoriam Jedidiah Peck Sill" with the dates of his birth and death.

The design has been fully carried out by the artist and beautifully executed in rich crystalline cathedral glass and it is pronounced by good judges to be one of the finest windows in the Chruch.