Chenango American, Greene, NY, September 7, 1876
Marriage
At the residence of John A. Baker in this village [Greene, Chenango Co. NY], Sept. 2d, by Rev. W.H. Gavitt Mr. George K. Thompson to Miss Ellen M. Henry both of Norwich [Chenango Co. NY].
Deaths
In Brooklyn, Aug. 28th, Mrs. Carmelia R. [Avery] wife of George P. Avery, Esq. and eldest daughter of Joshua Pratt, esq., of Sherburne [Chenango Co. NY].
In Sherburne [Chenango Co. NY], Sept. 1st, Matilda Andrews, aged 77 years and 4 months.
In Oxford [Chenango Co. NY], Aug. 21st, Mary A. [Moore] daughter of James and Rosa Moore, aged 2 years.
News Item
A pleasant family reunion commemorating the 72d birthday of Mrs. Anna Race, occurred at Mr. Frederick S Race's residence in this town [Greene, Chenango Co. NY], Aug. 29th. All the children met together for the first reunion since their leaving the home nest; viz. Mr. and Mrs. O.P. Jewell of Binghamton; Mr. and Mrs. F.S. Race, G.E. Race, Greene; Mr. and Ms. A.H. Race, of Brooklyn; Mr. and Mrs. O.A. Race, of Norwich. The oldest grandchildren were also of the company.
After supper the old lady spoke feelingly of her gratitude to God for the prosperity of her family and gave them her blessing. After prayer offered by Mr. Jewell, all sang, in chorus "Shall we gather at the river," and "Home Sweet Home," accompanied by the harp and flute. The assembly broke up at twilight with hearty hand shaking and goodbye.
Chenango American, Greene, NY, September 5, 1878
Marriage
Chenango Forks, Broome Co. NY: n hymenial event was solemnized in our place Wednesday evening the parties were Oliver Quick and Miss Delia Eddleman both of the Forks. Rev. R. Todd performed the ceremonies.
Deaths
In this town (Page Brook) [Chenango Co. NY], August 27th, Mary Ann [Kelley] wife of Jonas Kelley, aged 54 years.
The subject of this notice was born in Springfield, Mass. and was brought to this State by her parents when but five months old. She was married to Jonas B. Kelley, Nov. 13, 1845. She took much delight in inviting to her pleasant home the ministers of the Lord Jesus Christ. She was very highly esteemed in her vicinity for her benevolence and also for her kindness and untiring labors among the sick, to relieve as far as human hands and sympathy could the sorrows of others. Her funeral was attended at her late residence by a large concourse of people and the many tears which flowed from nearly all eyes, showed that she occupied a large place in the hearts of the community. Her trust was that of the righteous. She leaves a father, husband, two sisters, and four children, with many other friends, who mourn her departure. May they all meet her on the ever-green shore. W. Burnside.
Sherburne News, Sherburne, NY, September 7, 12876
Marriages
STACK - BERRY: In Hamilton [Madison Co. NY] on the 3d inst. by Rev. Father Ludden, Mr. James Stack of Sherburne [Chenango Co. NY] to Miss Ella Berry of North Norwich [Chenango Co. NY].
SQUIRES - COMSTOCK: At the residence of William Cassels in Earlville [Madison Co. NY] on the 4th inst. by Rev. G.R. Burnside, Mr. Collins F. Squires of Sherburne [Chenango Co. NY] and Miss Ada A. Comstock of South Hamilton [Madison Co. NY].
Death
RAYMOND: At Elgin, Ill. Aug. 22, 1878, Mr. George B. Raymond (formerly of Sherburne [Chenango Co. NY]) aged 70 years. Deceased was a brother of Alfred Raymond of this village [Sherburne, Chenango Co. NY] and was born and spent his boyhood in this town. He went to Elgin at an early day and was one of the first to engage in the hatting business at that place. After conducting that business for a number of years he embarked in lumbering and was for many years an extensive dealer in that line. since Elgin became a city, he has held a number of offices in the city government and was much respected and valued as a citizen. Alfred Raymond of this village is the only survivor of the family of nine sons and daughters of Newcomb Raymond who was one of the first settlers of the town of Sherburne.
News Item
A Stray Oxford Girl
The following facts relating to a former Oxford [Chenango Co. NY] girls recently appeared in the Brooklyn Union Argus.
A daughter of Mr. Mills of 186 Steuben Street, Jersey City, was passing by a park in that city at dusk on Monday night, when she noticed a little girl, about thirteen years old, neatly dressed, sitting on one of the benches crying. she went up to her and asked what was the matter. Amid tears and sobs the child told her friend that her home was in Oxford Chenango Co. N.Y., and that she had been living with a Brooklyn woman for some time and had run away from her. After listening to her story, Mr. Mills' daughter told the other to wait where she was for a few minutes. She then ran home and told her mother about her discovery in the park. Mrs. Mills went to the park, and after questioning the child closely, took her home with her and kept her overnight. Mr. Mills visited the police headquarters in this city yesterday and told Superintendent Campbell about the girl. The Superintendent sent Detective Zunt to bring her to Brooklyn. When brought to headquarters, she told a remarkable story. She said her name was Jennie Burnett and that she was thirteen years old. Some years ago, her parents died at their home in Oxford, and she was placed in the County Poorhouse, where she remained for some time. She was then adopted by a Brooklyn woman named Preston, who treated her cruelly and often beat her. On Monday morning, she said she was beaten worse than ever before, so she ran away. Mrs. Preston was sent for and hastened at once to police headquarters. When she saw Jennie, she went up to her with tears streaming down her face and kissed her passionately. Jennie stood like a statue. While Mrs. Preston was trying to explain the punishment she gave the child on the morning of her departure from home, Jennie without changing countenance simply said, "you know you are not telling the truth." Jennie left headquarters in company with her adopted mother, but against her will. She said that she knew how to work and wanted to go back to her Chenango County home and get her own living.
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