Separated Thirty-Two Years
Bainbridge Republican, March 16, 1888
Joseph Chiles [Miles] has been a respected resident of Sidney [Delaware Co., NY] for many years, and at the several places he has seen fit to make his home, he has been complimented for his gentlemanly deportment. Thirty-two years ago, at the age of 23, Mr Chiles [Miles] decided to leave his present home and come to Sidney. His wife, a respectable young woman, preferred to remain with her parents. During all this time no correspondence has passed between them, but each have remained true to their marital vows. The son grew to manhood and came on to visit his father twice during this time. The second visit was a surprise to the young man, on account of the gift of a horse and buggy from the father. On Saturday evening Mrs. Chiles [Miles] arrived, accompanied by Sant Hill, an older brother, and her son. Mr Chiles [Miles] was at the train in waiting, and did not recognize his wife. She could not remember him, and after a separation of 32 long years they are again happy, and it is to be hoped the future will be prosperous for them. Mr. Chiles [Miles] has purchased the Abner Johnson farm and will take possession in a few days. Binghamton Republican.
Info from Ray Ballard: The story on "Married Couple Separated 32 Years-1888" The name is wrong, it should be Joseph Miles, He was born in Ireland 1830 and died 24 Dec 1893. He was in the CW Co L 20th NY Cav and buried in Prospect Hill in Sidney....The farm was owned by Abner Johnston, it is on River St, by Rt8 on the corner, the oldest house in Sidney......
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