Morris Chronicle, Morris, NY October 18, 1871
Deaths
In Otego [Otsego Co. NY] Monday, Oct. 2d, George T. Northup aged 87 years, formerly a resident of this town, and previously one of the early settlers of what is now the town of Otego, having emigrated thither from Rhode Island in the year 1801 with his father's family, which settled by the bank of the river nearly opposite of the present village of Otego on the farm now owned by Mr. Randall. The wagon in which their household goods were brought being the first wheeled vehicle that had passed as far down the road that had been cut in the wilderness on that side of the river at that time. The family of Robert Rathbun emigrated at the same time to the same neighborhood.
In Toledo O. Oct. 5th, Edwin Jackson in his 54 year, of apoplexy. Mr. Jackson will be remembered by many of our old citizens, as a resident here some 30 years since. He was then a clerk for A.C. Moore, who then was one of our leading merchants. From this place he went to Cooperstown in the employ of H.&E. Phinney, and on the destruction of that concern by fire, in 1846, went with H.F. & E. Phinney, Jr. to Buffalo where he was for several years a partner in the publishing house of Phinney & Co. and afterwards of Derby & Jackson, Publisher, New York. For a few years past he has resided in Toledo, O. where he continued the book business several years and more recently was agent for an Insurance Co. there. He was the son of the late Dea. Uri Jackson of Morris [Otsego Co. NY], his native place. A widow and three sons survive him.
Capt. Samuel Moulton died on Saturday, Oct. 7th, aged 56 years. The evening previous to his death he was about town in good health. About 11 o'clock on Friday night, Jacob Wilber heard someone groaning. Procuring a light and assistance, he proceeded in the direction where the groans were heard and found the Captain lying near the wall by the brook between the Stone bridge and George Lillie's store. He appeared to be insensible. they removed him to the alley between Smith's jewelry store and Cone's boot and shoe store, under cover. they examined him but found no limbs broken and thought he would soon recover and be able to walk home. They consequently left him in the alley and retired. His cries were heard during the night by a lady in the employment of Maj. Gilbert, who gave no alarm. He remained in the alley until daylight when people on the walk above were attracted by his groans and came to his relief. Dr. Wicks was immediately called and thought he could live but a short time. He was removed to the residence of his brother-in-law, Mr. John Green, where he expired in about two hours. He was buried on Monday, 9th inst. with military honors by order of Maj. Gilbert. His funeral was largely attended. Maj. C.P. Root took charge of the funeral obsequies which were conducted in a very appropriate manner. Music by the Butternuts Martial and Brass Bands.
William Wallin left home about ten days ago. He said he was going to the State Fair at Albany. He was seen in Otego after leaving home. No more was heard from him until an account was seen in an Albany paper of a man being found on the railroad track near Albany in a dying condition. From the description given the friends of Mr. Wallin believed it to be him. John Frone and Mr. Wallin's son started for Albany in pursuit of his body which they found and return to Butternuts [Otsego Co. NY] and buried in Brookside Cemetery, Oct. 13th. Mr. Wallin had been subject to fits for several years which was supposed to be the cause of his death.
Thomas Clarke an old and respected inhabitant of Cooperstown [Otsego Co. NY] died the death of a Christian on the 7th inst. He had been a resident there some thirty years and was loved and respected by all who knew him. He leaves an example which it is hoped may yet influence the young now entering on active life.
John Brown a former Sheriff of this county, died recently at his home near New York, from nab injury received a short time previously in falling from his carriage while traveling in Canada. His brother, Elijah Brown, brought his remains to Milford [Otsego Co. NY] for burial on Wednesday Oct. 11th.
Mrs. Eliza A Dodge, a widow lady who resides with her daughter, Mrs. E. A. Moore on Mitchell Street, Norwich [Chenango Co. NY] and worked in the millinery shop of Miss Babcock, on North Main Street, died very suddenly on Monday afternoon, 9th inst. She was sewing in Miss Babcock's shop and was in apparently excellent health, laughing and talking with the other inmates of the shop, when shortly after two o'clock in the afternoon, she fell from her chair and expired in a few moments. Dr. Avery was summoend, but found on his arrival that she was past all medical aid. He informs us that she died of apoplexy. Chenango Union
Morris Chronicle, Morris, NY, July 9, 1879
Marriage
MORGAN - FOX: In Laurens [Otsego Co. NY] June 20th, by Rev. G.A. Beebe, Cortz L. Morgan of Masonville [Delaware Co. NY] and Mary E. Fox of Morris [Otsego Co. NY].
Deaths
WING: In Oneonta [Otsego Co. NY] on the Lord's Day June 20, Rev. Amos Wing aged 82 years.
PEET: In Oneonta June 20th, at the residence of Delos Brightman, Hannah Peet aged 82 years.
GARDNER: In Burlington [Otsego Co. NY] June 11th, Colonel David Gardner at the age of 76 years, 6 months and 28 days.
News Item
Thomas A. Dye came to South New Berlin [Chenango Co. NY] and established the undertaking business in April 1846 and in the 33 years, ending April 1st. 1879, 960 persons were conveyed by him to their silent resting places. the first burial was Mrs. Lucretia Davis mother-in-law of Harry Bagg. One person lived to be 104 years of age, Josiah Stedman of Guilford [Chenango Co. NY], who died February 1st, 1856. Ten came to their death by drowning, four by cutting the throat, three by hanging and one by poison. The greatest mortality is shown to have been in the year 1862, eleven were buried in the month of April that year, 63 during the year. Mr. Dye has kept a correct record of the names and ages of the deceased and other information which friends can refer to at any time.
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