Obituaries (February 13)

Dellaette C. Wilcox

Chenango Telegraph, June 8, 1864

 

WILCOX:  In Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], May 26, 1864, of consumption, Dellaette C., wife of Whitman Wilcox, aged 39 years.  In this bereavement an affectionate and faithful husband has been called to mourn the loss of a devoted companion and wife.  The deceased, at the age of thirteen united with the Baptist Church in her native village, South New Berlin [Chenango Co., NY], and at this early period of her life, doubtless largely experienced the fulfillment of the divine assurance "I love them that love me and those that seek me early shall find me."  Possessed of rare endowments of mind and person, and strong in her attachments, she was early called by her Divine Lord to a sphere of duty where these gifts were largely employed in a ministry of blessing to those by whom she was surrounded.  In this calling and in the endurance of trials of no ordinary severity she evinced the power of Divine grace, to furnish wisdom and strength for duty, and to persevere though many infirmities and hindrances in its discharge.  Widely known and loved, there are many beside bereaved husband and relatives who will feel in her decease, that a friend of true Christian worth has been called to her eternal reward.  May the consolations of the Divine word and spirit, be with all who mourn in this bereavement.  May they be enabled to say, in the remembrance of the promises of God's word and of the grace which sustained the departed in her earthly duties and trials.  "Thanks be unto God who giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ."

 

Lucinda P. Willcox

Chenango Union, March 14, 1878

 

On Wednesday afternoon of last week, Mrs. Lucinda P. Willcox, widow of the late Whitman Willcox, died of pneumonia, at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. S.S. Merritt, in this village [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY], in the seventy-ninth year of her age.  years ago, the Willcox farm, on the east side of the river, south of this village, was well known, and the doors of its hospitable mansion were always open, and friends and neighbors received a cordial welcome.  Soon after the death of her husband, which occurred in August, 1845, deceased left the farm, which passed into other hands, and she has since made her home with her children, respected and beloved by all. She leaves surviving her seven children: Mrs. S.S. Merritt, of this village; Mrs. E.B. Smith, of Washington; Whitman, Bradford B. and Charles, of Earlville, Gurdon, of Washington, and Eli H. of Nebraska.  her funeral was attended on Friday afternoon.

 



Abigail Williams

 

The community was greatly startled Sunday by the intelligence that Mrs. Abigail Williams had been found that morning, dead in bed.  Mrs. Williams, who was 69 years old, resided with her daughter, Mrs. F.M. Bennett, at her former home near this village.  She retired Saturday evening in her usual health.  The next morning her daughter called her, but receiving no reply she entered the room, to find her mother apparently asleep, but as an investigation proved, dead.  There was no indication of a struggle as she lay with her hands folded across her breast, and her eyes closed as one in sleep.  She must have passed away soon after the midnight hour.

 

"Out of the darkness into the day,

Calmly and peacefully, she passed away"

 

Mrs. Williams was for nearly fifty years a resident of Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY].  When the Baptist church in this village was organized, she became one of its constituent members, and continued that relation until her death.  Loyal to her church and denomination, she nevertheless loved Christians of every name.  her life was most exemplary, both in the home and community.  After the death of her husband, Russell Williams, she resided for several years in this village, but failing health and the infirmities of age induced her to make her last home with her daughter, who lovingly and tenderly cared for her during the remainder of her days.  Two children survive her, Jay Williams and Mrs. F.M. Bennett. To them her memory is unspeakably precious.  Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at her late home, Rev. A.W. Ashley, assisted by Rev. R.H. Stearns, officiating.

 

Julia (Gadsby)Thornton

Mrs. Charles H. Thornton died at her home this place [Holmesville, Chenango Co., NY] Wednesday, Feb. 21, 1900, aged 68 years.  Mrs. Thornton was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Edward Gadsby, was born on the Gadsby farm across the river and has been a life-long resident of this place.  Her's was largely a home life devoted to her husband and her home duties; a quiet, unassuming and peaceable neighbor, loved and respected by everyone with whom she associated.  Mrs. Emma Lewis of this place is the only one left of the six sisters.  The funeral services were held at the church Friday, Feb. 23, at 1 p.m., the Rev M. Phenney officiating.  Interment in the family lot in the Holmesville cemetery.

 

Charles H. Thornton

Chenango Semi-Weekly Telegraph, May 13, 1903

 

 

Charles H. Thornton

 

Died, at his home in Holmesville [Chenango Co., NY], Saturday, May 2, 1903, Charles H. Thornton.  Death was caused by rheumatism, with heart trouble.  He was the oldest son of David and Abbie Ann Clark Thornton, and was born in the town of Norwich, Chenango county, February 7, 1842.  He resided in Norwich until 17 years of age, when he came to New Berlin, and has made it his home ever since, with the exception of one year spent in Iowa.  For many years he had conducted a general store at Holmesville under the firm name of C.H. Thornton & Co. and enjoyed an excellent patronage.  December 30, 1868, Mr. Thornton was united in marriage with Miss Julia E. Gadsby of Butternuts, Otsego county.  She died in February, 1900.  Mr. Thornton took active interest in politics, and was a Democrat.  He was a kind hearted man, and his hand was ever open in the cause of charity.  He gave liberally to the support of the church at Holmesville, of which he was a member.  He is survived by one sister, Mrs. William Sage of Holmesville, and two brothers, Anson, of South New Berlin, and Samuel of Mt. Upton.  his funeral was held from the Holmesville church, on Tuesday at 2 o'clock p.m. Rev. Mr. Pickett of Mt. Upton, officiating.  Interment was made in the Holmesville cemetery.--Gazette.

 

Holmesville [Chenango Co., NY]:  Died, at his home in this village, Saturday, May 2, 1903, Charles H. Thornton.  Charles H. Thornton was the oldest on of David and Abbie Ann Clark Thornton, and was born in this town of Norwich, Chenango county, Feb. 7, 1842.  He resided in Norwich until seventeen years of age, when he came to New Berlin, and has made it his home ever since, with the exception of one year spent in Iowa.  He spent his summers as a youth, in hard labor upon the farm, attending school in the winters, and thus fitted himself for his future business career.  At the age of twenty he commenced work in a tannery, where he remained one year.  He was adventurous, ambitious, and desirous of going beyond the confines of his own state.  he went to Iowa and there burned lime in the employ of his uncle.

 

Abial J. Williams

Unadilla Times, April 17, 1903

 

Abial J. Williams died at his home in Fellows street [Unadilla, Otsego Co., NY] at 3 a.m. on Saturday.  Though he had long been a sufferer from other troubles, the direct cause of death was enlargement of the heart and liver.  In June last he was afflicted with a serious attack of heart difficulty which confined him to his home until autumn, and from which he did not regain his former strength, though able to walk to his place of business and to ride out. About a month ago he was again stricken and thereafter was unable to leave his home, though for the week preceding his death he was apparently improving and on Friday was up and about the house until 2 p.m. when a collapse occurred and consciousness did not return.  Mr. Williams was born in the town of Westford 63 years ago the 7th of last July, and was a son of Russell Williams, who moved to Bainbridge with his family when the deceased was about twelve years of age.  There Mr. Williams learned the harnessmaking trade, which he has since pursued.  During the Civil War he enlisted on Aug. 8th, 1862, as a member of Co. H, 114th Regiment, which went out from Norwich, and was discharged for disability at New Orleans on July 2, 1863, with the rank of Sergeant.  His health was badly and permanently impaired in the service.  About thirty-seven years ago he came to Unadilla and with A.H. Meeker engaged in the harness making business.  This partnership continued many years, Mr. Williams later becoming sole owner, and continued with the assistance of his son until the time of his death.  The funeral services were held from the house on Tuesday at 2 p.m. conducted by the Rev. C.E. Fay of Binghamton, assisted by the Rev. J.H. Colelough.  The funeral was largely attended, which, with the many floral tributes, in a measure, attested the regrard in which he was held by his friends.  Burial was given in Evergreen Hill Cemetery [Unadilla, NY].  The A.O.U.W., of which he was a member, attended in a body.  The deceased is survived by a wife, a daughter and son, three brothers, S.A. of Penn Yan; Jay, of Sidney; W.W. of Unadilla; two sisters, Mrs. Goodrich of Worcester, Mrs. Humphrey of Centre village.

Marriages (February 10)

Warner - McCullough

Bainbridge Republican, February 26, 1876

We record with pleasure this week the marriage of our worthy friend Mr. Jacob Warner to Miss Sarah McCullough, one of the fairest daughters of the Susquehanna.  Cupid is everywhere busy with his pranks, and this union is but one of the natural and agreeable results of his happy work.  Our young friends set fourth on their matrimonial career with bright prospects, and we wish them all the happiness a wedded life can bestow.

Palmer - Bailey

Bainbridge Republican, November 14, 1878

A wedding took place at the Guilford House on Wednesday of last week.  Miss Rosa Bailey, a sister of "Mine Host, John Baily," was married to Mr. James B. Palmer of Masonville [Delaware Co., NY], the Rev. W.D. Wilson officiating. We wish them much joy and a long and happy life.

 

Benedict - Smith

Oxford Times, February 19, 1895

 

In the town of Plymouth [Chenango Co., NY], Feb., 13th, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. I.W.B. Smith occurred the marriage of their eldest daughter Myrtle I . to I. Burdette Benedict, of Plymouth.   While the wedding march was played by the brother of the bride, the happy couple took their places under an arch of evergreen from which was suspended the wedding bell.  The ceremony was performed by Rev. J.S. Southworth.  After many hearty congratulations the relatives and friends who were gathered sat down to a bountiful repast.  Many costly and useful presents evidence the esteem in which the couple are held by their friends.  Mr. and Mrs. Benedict will make their future home in Plymouth. The bride is a granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Smith, who reside on Pleasant street, Oxford.

Northrup - Hendrickson

Bainbridge News & Republican, November 7, 1946

Miss Marjorie Elaine Hendrickson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Simeon Hendrickson, Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY], became the bride of Jack Northrup, son of Mr. and Mrs. George Northrup, 26 Division street, [Sidney, Delaware Co., NY]  were married Sunday afternoon at 2.  The Rev. James E. Wolfe, rector, read the double ring service in the Episcopal church at Bainbridge.  Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence McCullough, Walton, brother-in-law and sister of the bride, were the attendants.  The bride was attired in dusty rose, with black accessories.  White pompons formed her corsage.  Her sister chose a black suit with red accessories and corsage like that of the bride.  Mr. and Mrs. Northrup will reside in Bainbridge. A Navy veteran, Mr. Northrup served nearly four years in the European-African, Middle Eastern, and Asiatic-pacific campaigns, and is now employed by the village of Sidney.  he is a graduate of Sidney Central School.

Fisher - Sibley

Bainbridge News & Republican, November 7, 1946

A very pretty candlelight service was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Sibley, Masonville [Delaware Co., NY], Sunday evening, Oct. 27, at 8:30, when their daughter, Grace, was untied in marriage to Floyd Fisher, also of that village, with the Rev. Raymond Lawton, of Bainbridge, officiating.  The bride was dressed in white tulle over satin, with train and fingertip veil. She carried red and white roses. The bride's sister, Betty Beach, acted as matron of honor and was dressed in blue with matching hat. She carried yellow mums.  Thelma Beach, niece of the bride, was dressed in pink and was train bearer.  T. Harold Ellis, brother-in-law of the groom, acted as best man.  Ethel Ellis, sister of the groom, presided at the piano.  Jean Sands sang, "I Love You Truly."  A wedding supper was served to the guests after the ceremony, after which the newlyweds left for a trip to Niagara Falls and Canada, where they will visit relatives of the groom.  Mrs. Fisher attended Sidney High School and is now employed in the telephone office there.  Mr. Fisher is employed as a bulldozer operator in Sidney.  The bride and groom will be at home in their newly erected bungalow on the Sidney road soon.

Marriage Notices
Chenango Telegraph & Chronicle, February 20, 1867
GREENLEAF - DAVIS:  In Plymouth on the 13th inst. by Rev. D.D. Brown, Dr. L.D. Greenleaf, of Pharsalia [Chenango Co., NY] and Elizabeth Davis of Plymouth [Chenango Co., NY].

TORRY - BROOKS:  In Earlville, Feb. 9, 1867, by Rev. L.J. Ismond, Normon W. Torry, of Earlville [Madison Co., NY], and Hellen A. Brooks.

WILES - LIVERMORE:  In German, Feb. 3, by Rev. J.W. Barr, David A. Wiles, of Willett [Cortland Co., NY], and Jane H. Livermore of German [Chenango Co., NY].

GILLILAND - PECK:  In German, Feb. 5th, by the same, James R. Gilliland, of German [Chenango Co., NY], and Jane E. Peck, of the same place.

BROWN - SISSON:  In Columbus, Feb. 10th, by A.L. Tuttle, Esq., Alvin H. Brown, of Boulder, Linn Co., Iowa, and Mary A. Sisson, of North Norwich [Chenango Co., NY].

KNOWLES - HUNTINGTON:  At Adrian, Michigan, Jan. 9th, Benjamin Knowles, of the Society of Friends, Smyrna, N.Y. [Chenango Co., NY], and Mrs. Anna Huntington, of the former place.

Bainbridge Republican, December 5, 1878
CARTER - JONES:  In Afton, Nov. 26th, by Rev. N. Hawley, Mr. Chancy C. Carter of Afton [Chenango Co., NY] and Miss Alice M. Jones, of Harpersville [Broome Co., NY].

CRANE - ROBINSON:  At the bride's father's Nov. 26th by Rev. N.J. Hawley, Mr. Armion L. Crane of Sanford [Broome Co., NY] and Miss Frances A. Robinson of Colesville [Broome Co., NY]

Bainbridge Republican, December 26, 1878
FLETCHER - BURDICK:  At the residence of the bride's parents Dec. 24, 1878, by Rev. H.D. Harned, Mr. Oscar W. Fletcher and Miss Ella M. Burdick, both of Guilford, Chenango Co., N.Y.

HAYNES - WOOD:  In Bainbridge, by Rev. D. Haynes, Dec. 25, 1878, Mr. Emerson Wheat of Franklin [Delaware Co., NY], and Miss Augusta Wood of Downsville [Delaware Co., NY].

Obituaries (February 12)

Reuben Pearsall

Utica Saturday Globe, February 7, 1903

 

 

Reuben Pearsall

 

At the home of his son, Assemblyman E.A. Pearsall, in Oxford [Chenango Co., NY], Thursday, of last week occurred the death of Reuben Pearsall, aged 84 years.  Deceased was born in Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY], April 30, 1819, and spent his early life in that vicinity.  In 1841 he married Mary Wheeler, daughter of Henry Wheeler, of Oxford, and they lived in that village until 1845, when they moved to Coventry, where he resided until 1894 when he returned to Oxford with his son with whom he had made his home since the death of his wife in 1888.  Mr. Pearsall was a deacon in the Baptist Church of Oxford, having united with that congregation in 1842 and he was never absent from service when it was possible to be present.  In politics he was always a Republican but had never aspired to or held any office.  His funeral was largely attended on Sunday, Rev. C.B. Parsons officiating and interment was made in Coventry West corners.

  

Daniel Beebe

Chenango Union, October 3, 1882

 

Daniel Beebe, of Guilford, Chenango County, died at the residence of his grandson, G.L. Pratt, on Maple street in this village, Monday evening, at the age of ninety years and four months.  At the time of his departure from home, a few days before, to visit relatives in Oneonta and vicinity, Mr. Beebe was in the best of health.  Last Monday while in Cooperstown, however, he became somewhat ill.  Returning to this village in the evening he developed serious symptoms, which, despite careful and prompt attention rapidly assumed a mortal character.  Mr. Beebe removed from Canaan, Conn., the place of his birth, to Hartwick, Otsego County, in 1807, and after a few years clerkship opened a store for himself, from which time until the present, a period of about seventy-five years, he had been actively engaged in business pursuits.  In 1840 he removed from Hartwick to Guilford, where he has since resided, and where until the time of his departure for Oneonta last week he was daily to be found at his store.  He had been for many years an earnest believer in the Presbyterian faith, whence the title of "deacon" by which he was familiarly known.  At the time of his death, he was probably the oldest active merchant in this vicinity, if not indeed in the State, his extended business career having been frequently alluded to in the newspapers.  He was the father of nine children, only five of whom are living.   The remains were on Monday conveyed to Guilford for burial--Oneonta Herald and Democrat.

 

R.C. Smith

Norwich Sun, February 4, 1911

R.C. Smith whose home was in the town of Guilford [Chenango Co., NY] died in the Utica hospital on Wednesday as the result of an operation performed there by the surgeons and physicians in charge of the case.  Mr. Smith went to this institution several months ago for an operation and at that time had a large blood wart successfully removed.  Soon after this he began to notice a gathering of some sort just under and below his right ear.  This mysterious growth began to enlarge until, at the time he concluded to have it removed, it was about half the size of a base ball.  It seemed to be of a fatty substance, absolutely painless, and the mass could be easily moved about.  Although as stated above Mr. Smith suffered no pain from the growth, yet it was an annoyance to him and a source of worry.  He was finally persuaded that the only thing to do was to have it removed and for that purpose he went to Utica early in the week.  After the operation on Wednesday he rallied nicely and there was every indication of his rapid recovery.  He was taken to one of the wards of the hospital and seemed to be resting very comfortably and the attendant left the room for a few moments.  When the nurse returned it was found that Mr. Smith had been suddenly stricken and he passed away shorty after this relapse.  The body was taken to Guilford on Saturday passing through here shortly after the noon hour today. The funeral services will be held in Guilford at 2 o'clock Monday afternoon.

 

Sallie Clark

Norwich Sun, October 27, 1911

 

Guilford [Chenango Co., NY]:  The death of Miss Sallie Clark occurred Saturday at 2 a.m. at the home of her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. C.A. Winsor.  After a year and a half at Saranac Lake for the benefit of her health, She was brought home two weeks previous to her death after all hope of her recovery had been given up.  She had but recently passed her 18th birthday.  In the home of her grandparents where she has spent several years, everything has been done to arrest the disease by all the members of the family to whom she had become very much endeared.  The funeral was attended from the home Monday at 1 p.m. Rev. Mr. Hart of Syracuse formerly of Earlville conducted the service.  The interment was in Sunset Hill cemetery [Guilford, NY].  Many beautiful floral pieces surrounded and covered the casket.  Those present from out of town were Mrs. John A. Clark and Arvine Clark of Sidney, John Clark of New York and the Rev. Mr. Stockwell of Sidney, who has adopted the youngest brother of the deceased.

 

Mary E. (Dodge) Spencer

Norwich Sun, September 13, 1912

 

Mrs. Mary E. Spencer, widow of the late Dr. M.D. Spencer, died at her home on Main street [Guilford, Chenango Co., NY], September 2, 1912.  She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Avery B. Dodge and was born in Coventry [Chenango Co., NY] August 22, 1833.  She removed with her parents to Triangle, where she was married to Dr. M.D. Spencer, August 12, 1855, and soon after came to Guilford, where they united with the Congregational church and were faithful members during their life time.  Mrs. Spencer has been in poor health for some time but was of great assistance to her husband in his practice.  An only daughter died May 7, 1874, leaving great sadness in the home.  A son, Dr. E.L. Spencer, of Newark, N.Y. survives her and Miss Anna Warrener, who has been an inmate in the home for over thirty years and was of much assistance and comfort to Mrs. Spencer after the death of Dr. Spencer May 2, 1904, and has the sympathy of her friends.  The funeral service was held at the home Friday Sept. 6, with the burial in the family plot in Sunset Hill cemetery [Guilford, NY], Rev. A.C. Salls of the Congregational church officiated.  Her son, Dr. E.L. Spencer, grandson, Elwyn M. Spencer, and two nephews.  Eugene M. Spencer of Greene and Henry D. Spencer, acted as bearers.  Those present from out of town were Mrs. Daniel Walker and Mrs. H.L. Mead of Oxford and Mrs. C.Y. Westcott of Oneonta.

 

William H. Gilbert

Bainbridge News & Republican, October 31, 1946

 

William H. Gilbert died at the Bethesda Hospital in Hornell, on Oct. 5.  He lived in this village [Bainbridge, Chenango Co., NY] many years ago and grew to young manhood here.  About 25 years ago he settled in Hornell where he held several positions of trust and responsibility.  Among these were places as desk clerk at the Hornell Sanitarium and the Y.M.C.A.  In early life, he was united with the Methodist church, of which organization he has always been a faithful member.  Mr. Gilbert is survived by one sister,  Mrs. Ida G. Dennis, of Hornell; two  nieces, Mrs. Massall Williams, of Indianapolis, Ind., and Mrs. Glenn Maddox, of Muncie, Ind.  He also leaves a step-brother, C.A.Berber, of Washington, D.C.  Our older residents will remember Mr. Gilbert was the son of Eben S. Gilbert, for years one of our most esteemed and honored citizens. Burial was in the family plot in the West Bainbridge Cemetery.  The Rev. Harry S. Brooks, officiated.

 

Death Notices

Antimasonic Telegraph, October 14, 1829

At Norwich, Conn. where she had gone for the benefit of her health, on Friday evening, the 2d inst.  Mrs. Lydia Ann Collier, wife of John A. Collier, esq. of Chenango Point, Broome Co. [NY], aged 20 years.  Her remains, attended by her husband and friends, passed through this village on Saturday last, on their way to Chenango Point.

 

In Appling, Columbia co. (Georgia) on the 4th ult. Mr Joseph Woodbridge Lee, aged about 35, son of Jason Lee, esq. of Butternuts', Otsego co. [NY].

 

Bainbridge Republican, November 7, 1878

PRESTON:  In Afton [Chenango Co., NY], October 26th, 1878, William Z. Preston, aged 70 years.

 

MARVIN:  In Greene [Chenango Co., NY], Oct. 26th, Mr. Jehial Marvin, aged 61 years.

 

WATSON:  In Greene [Chenango Co., NY], Oct. 27th, Mr. Ira Watson aged 65 years.

 

TYLER:  In Greene [Chenango Co., NY],l Oct. 27th, Mr.  Harry Tyler, aged 57 years.

 

Bainbridge Republican, December 5, 1878

CHURCH:  In Sidney Plains [Delaware Co., NY], Nov. 26th, 1878, of consumption, Mrs. Huldah A. Church, wife of Marcus Church, aged 57 years.

 

BUTTS:  In Masonville [Delaware Co., NY], Nov. 20th, 1878, Eli Butts, aged 40 years.  His remains were interred in the Sidney Center burying ground.

 

WOODWARD:  In Coventry [Chenango Co., NY], Dec. 1, 1878, of dropsy, Mrs. Darius Woodward, aged 60 years.

 

Bainbridge Republican, December 26, 1878

NEARING:  In Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY], Dec. 18, at the residence of D.S. Bristol, Mrs. Abigail Nearing, wife of the late Joseph Nearing, and mother of Mrs. D.S. Bristol, aged 81 years.

Bainbridge High School Class of 1947 - Part 5

Bainbridge High School Class of 1947

Senior Portraits

"Echo" 1947

 

 

Jean Salzberg

"Sal-z"

 

Voted Most Popular and Busiest

"She is never less at leisure than when at leisure."

 

Will miss most about B.C.H.S., vacations

Greatest ambition is to play piano like Frankie Carle

Favorite pastime is dreaming about the future

 

 

John Sherman

"Captain"

 

Voted Most Popular and Best Looking

"They had the genius to be loved."

 

Will miss most about B.C.H.S., Miss Smith

Greatest ambition is to be a pro-basketball player

Favorite pastime is sleeping

 

Frank Strasnicsak

"Gismo"

 

Voted Most Athletic

"First in the fight and every graceful deed."

 

Will miss most about B.C.H.S., sports

Greatest ambition is to be a coach

Favorite pastime is hunting

 

Dorothy Terry

"Dot"

 

Voted Most Dignified

"Dignity does not consist in

possessing honor, but deserving it."

 

Will miss most about B.C.H.S., the kids

Greatest ambition is to be a great secretary

Favorite pastime is Talking

 

 

Clifford Wade

"Red"

 

Voted Biggest Wolf

"The wolf was sick, he vowed a monk to be;

but when he got well, a wolf once more was he."

 

Will miss most about B.C.H.S., my buddies

Greatest ambition is to get a new car

Favorite pastime is sleeping

 

Martha Youngs

"Fuzzy"

 

Hopes never to be a fat lady in the circus.

 

Will miss most about B.C.H.S., the good times

greatest ambition is to be a private secretary

Favorite pastime is playing victrola

 

Obituaries (February 11)

Susan McAfee

Bainbridge News & Republican, October 31, 1946

Mrs. Susan McAfee, mother of Mrs. Anthony Schrader, Bainbridge East Side, died at her home in Freeland, Pa., Oct. 26, at 5 p.m.  She had been in poor health for the last three or four years, growing gradually worse the last few weeks.  She was a member of St. Luke's Lutheran Church of Freeland.  Besides her daughter, Mrs. Schrader, she is survived by one son, Edward McAfee, of Freeland; four grandsons, Carl, David, Anthony and Paul Schrader, of Bainbridge; two sisters, Mrs. Annie Novak, of Elmhurst, l.I., and Mrs. George Velko, of Hollywood, Pa.  Funeral services were held on Monday morning at 10 o'clock at the family home with the Rev. Fred Haffner, pastor of St. Luke's Church, officiating.  Burial was in Freeland Cemetery.

Lewis O. Ramsdell

Bainbridge News & Republican, November 7, 1946

Lewis O. Ramsdell, 65, a former Masonville [Delaware Co., NY] undertaker, died last night at the home of his sister, Mrs. Nellis Peck, of Sidney, where he had made his home for the past six years. Besides his sister, Mr. Ramsdell is survived by a son, Kenneth Ramsdell and a grandson, Jeffrey Ramsdell, both of Sidney.  Funeral services will be held from the Carr & Landers Funeral Home Saturday at 2 p.m.  Burial will be in Masonville.

Charles McNeal & Thomas Merlino

Bainbridge News & Republican, October 31, 1946

Norwich [Chenango Co., NY]:  One man is dead and two are seriously injured as the result of a train-truck accident at the Depot crossing of the Delaware and Hudson Railroad in Unadilla [Otsego Co., NY] last night.  Charles McNeal, 54, Norwich, was killed instantly when the truck in which he was riding was struck and dragged about 40 feet down the track by the locomotive of a D.&H. freight train.  George Funaro, 29, of Norwich, owner and driver of the truck, is in Chenango Memorial Hospital.  He had not regained consciousness early this morning, it was reported by Dr. Lynn H. Wilson.  Thomas Merlino, 16, also of Norwich, is in Sidney Hospital suffering from a fractured skull and internal injuries.  He also was reported unconscious at the hospital this morning.  The men were on their way to the Chamberlain Stock Farm in Unadilla when the accident happened about 8:40 o'clock last night.  The truck was struck by a train en route to Wilkes-Barre, Pa., from Mechanicsville.  According to Sgt. William Driscoll, of the state police at Sidney, Mr. Funaro apparently did not see the train coming and drove onto the crossing.  Dr. M.W. Getman, Otsego County coroner in Oneonta, said this morning that he had completed his investigation and that the cause of Mr. McNeal's death was accidental. 

Later:  Thomas Merlino, 16, of Norwich, died in Sidney Hospital on Monday as the result of injuries received Sunday when the truck in which he was a passenger was hit by a D.H. fast freight in Unadilla.  George Funaro, 29, also of Norwich, driver of the truck, was in critical condition in Chenango Memorial Hospital Tuesday.  Hospital officials said that he has had only brief periods of consciousness since he was admitted Sunday night.

 

Sharon Audrey McClenon

Bainbridge news & Republican, November 7, 1946

 

Walton [Delaware Co., NY]:  Tragedy struck in Walton on Friday  night when Sharon Audrey McClenon, aged one year and 25 days, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert George McClenon, was electrocuted when her hand came in contact with either the base or cord leading to a floor lamp, while the other hand rested on a metal hot air register.  Apparently, electrical authorities pointed out, there was a defect of some nature in the cord or lamp. The child's hand, resting on the metal register, formed a perfect ground, with the full charge of electricity consequently passing through her small body. The child was rushed to offices of Dr. Walter Eells, where artificial respiration and other life-saving methods failed to revive her.

 

William M. Roberts, Sr.

Bainbridge News & Republican, July 4, 1946

 

William M. Roberts, Sr., 66, of Greene [Chenango Co., NY], R.D.1, died Friday morning at the Binghamton City Hospital after a long illness.  He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Ellen Roberts; four sons, Robert G. of Binghamton, R.D.4, William M., Jr., Osmund and Hugh K. Roberts, all of Greene, R.D.1; three daughters, Catherine J. Roberts, of Greene, Mrs. Eleanor VanValkenburg, of Richfield Springs, and Margaret Roberts, Greene; eight grandchildren, four nephews and one niece.  He was a member of the Baptist Church, where he served as a deacon.

 

Joseph Francis Adamosky

Bainbridge News & Republican, July 4, 1946

 

Joseph Francis Adamosky, 48, of Windsor [Broome Co., NY], died Saturday at his home.  He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Mary T. Adamosky, of Windsor; two daughters, Mrs. Robert Harvey, of Scranton, Pa., and Miss Agnes G. Adamosky, of Windsor; two sons, Joseph F. Adamosky, Jr., and John G. Adamosky, both of Windsor; his mother, Mrs. Hedwig Adamosky, of Astoria; a brother, Lawrence Adamosky, of Woodside, L.I., and a sister, Mrs. Michael Pittarelli, of Rosedale, L.I.

 

Philip Soller & Anthony Czapnik

Bainbridge News & Republican, April 25, 1946

 

Great Bend, Pa:  Two men, found dead in Route 370, two miles west of Orson, Pa., apparently were killed early Tuesday morning when a motorcycle on which they were riding missed a curve, according to Pa. motor police. The victims were:  Philip Soller, 30, Susquehanna [PA], R.D.2.  Anthony Cazpnik, 23, Lakewood, Pa.  Both men died instantly from neck fractures according to Wayne County Coroner Kenneth Bush.  The men were believed to have been headed out of Orson on Route 370 when the accident occurred.  They failed to negotiate a left-hand curve, and the motorcycle left the road, striking swampland near the road's shoulder.  State police of New Milford, Pa., barracks, who were still investigating the crash Tuesday, believe that Mr. Soller was driving the motorcycle.

Marriages (February 11)

King - Gregory

Utica Saturday Globe, early 1900s (date unknown)

 

 

Their Marriage a Pleasant Surprise to Norwich Friends

Charles H. King and Miss Carrie E. Gregory,

who were united in Marriage recently at Sidney Center

Norwich [Chenango Co., NY]:  Two popular young Norwich people sprung a pleasant surprise on their many friends by their unannounced wedding in Sidney Center on Wednesday evening.  Miss Carrie E. Gregory went there to act as bridesmaid at the wedding of her cousin, a daughter of Mr. and Mr.s Albert A. Simpson.  Among the guests was Charles H. King.  After witnessing their ceremony successfully performed for others the young people took advantage of the opportunity to try a matrimonial venture of their own.  After a wedding trip to New York Mr. and Mrs. King will make their home in Norwich for the present, where the groom is employed as  machinist in the Ontario & Western Railway shops.  He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. John H. King. The bride is the daughter of Mrs. A.E. Gregory, and is a highly accomplished young lady.  Their many friends join in congratulations.

 

Pforter - Andrews

Bainbridge News & Republican, October 31, 1946

 

Miss Ruth Andrews, daughter of George Andrews, was united in marriage to Maurice Pforter, of Lincklean, on Saturday, Sept. 28, at the Baptist parsonage.

 

Mills - Chappell

Bainbridge News & Republican, October 31, 1946

 

Orson C Mills, of Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY], and Harriett Chappell, of Oneonta [Otsego Co., NY], were married Oct. 19, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Elwin Palmer in East Aurora.  The ceremony as performed by the Rev. Nelson Kenyon.  They were attended by Mr. and Mrs. Palmer.  After a wedding trip to Buffalo, Niagara Falls, and Syracuse, they have returned to their home in Bainbridge.

 

Taylor - Yenalitis

Bainbridge News & Republican, October 24, 1946

 

The marriage of Helen Yenalitis, daughter of Mrs. Joseph Wernela, and Samuel Emmet Taylor, son of Mr. and Mrs. Warner C. Taylor, of Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY], was solemnized in the parsonage of the First Baptist Church of Earlville, at high noon, Saturday, Oct. 19.  The double ring ceremony was performed by the Rev. Sam Keister. The bride wore an aquamarine crepe dress with brown accessories and a corsage of gardenias.  The matron of Honor, Mrs. Esther Norris, sister of the bride and her only attendant, wore dusty rose crepe with black accessories and a corsage of yellow roses.  Ralph Hager, of Bainbridge, acted as best man. The bride's mother wore a green checked silk dress with a corsage of red roses. The bridegroom's mother wore a black gabardine suit with a corsage of red roses.  A reception was held at the bride's home for members of the immediate families. After a short wedding trip, Mr. and Mrs. Taylor will reside in Syracuse.

 

D'Andrea - Getter

Bainbridge News & Republican, October 31, 1946

 

At 4 o'clock Saturday afternoon, Oct. 26, in St. John's Church, Miss Geraldine Getter became the bride of Albert P. D'Andrea, Jr.  The Rev. Charles Dee performed the double ring ceremony.  Lighted candles and baskets of red, white and yellow mums with autumn colors and green foliage were used for decorating.  Wedding music was played by Mrs. Albert Wilcox, organist of the First Methodist Church.  The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Getter, of Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY].  Mr. D'Andrea is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Albert D'Andrea, Sr. of Amityville, L.I.  Given in marriage by her father, the bride was gowned in winter white with brown accessories.  A shoulder bouquet of red roses completed her ensemble.  Miss Gloria D'Andrea, sister of the bridegroom, was maid of honor. She wore royal blue crepe with black accessories.  her shoulder bouquet was yellow roses.  Joseph D'Andrea was his brother's best man.  Richard and David D'Andrea seated the guests.  Mrs. Getter, mother of the bride wore a dress with green and brown accessories and a corsage of yellow roses.  Mrs. D'Andrea the bridegroom's mother wore a black crepe ensemble.  Her corsage was yellow roses.  After the ceremony Mr. and Mrs. D'Andrea received their guests at a reception in the Algonquin Grange Hall, during a music recital rendered by Mrs. A.C. Wilcox and Miss Marion Luther, violinist.  Mrs. Robert Euker poured at the refreshment table.  Their corsages were mums in autumn colors.  A three-tiered wedding cake centered the table flanked by lighted candles and baskets of flowers.  Mrs. John C. Dykman and Mrs. Ralph Lord assisted by other members of the W.C.S. Society of the First Methodist Church assisted in the serving, and arrangements of the reception.  A 6 o'clock dinner was served at the home of the bride's parents for the bridal party, the immediate families and four members of the school faculty of Amityville, L.I., where the bride was a recent member.  The bride is now a member of the Unadilla High School faculty.  The bridegroom is attending Hartwick College, Oneonta, and later will enter law school in New York.  In March he was discharged from the Navy after serving three years.

 

 

Obituaries (February 10)

Lucy Treadway

Oxford Times, June 16, 1847

In Coventry [Chenango Co., NY], on the 4th inst. Mrs. Lucy Treadway, wife of James Treadway, in the 66th year of her age.

The coming of the King of Terror was met by her with that trustful serenity and steadfast hope which a life that has constantly kept the true end of life in view, ever secure and with heartfelt assurance that it would be but a transfer to the smiling presence of that Saviour in whose atoning merits she trusted, and whose commandments she had reverenced.--She cheerfully yielded to the summons.

James Davidson

Oxford Times, June 16, 1847

In Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY], on the 9th inst., Mr. James Davidson, aged 68 years.  His many virtues secured him the esteem of a large circle of friends.  For several years he had been a worthy communicant of the Universalist church, and he died in full faith of the final salvation of all men.  His illness was protracted and painful, but his peace and rest are now unending.  On the 11th inst. in accordance with his wishes, the Rev. J.T. Goodrich delivered a discourse at his funeral in the Universalist meeting house in South Bainbridge [present day Afton, Chenango Co., NY].

 

Gershom Clark

Chenango Telegraph & Chronicle, January 16, 1867

 

CLARK - At Ketchumville, Tioga Co., N.Y. Jan.  1st, 1867, Gershom Clark, formerly of Guilford [Chenango Co., NY], in the 80th year of his age. 

 

This record of the sudden but triumphant close of a Christian life, will long be remembered by all who were its witnesses.  In the home in the Church of God, this aged brother has left a savor of earnestness, tenderness, and steadfastness which, while making his loss more deeply felt, ministers also a wonderful consolation.  With great gentleness of spirit, he united great firmness of character.  The Church mourns his loss but glories in his example and memory.  Such a life gathered by the Great Reaper is harvested for immortality.  The earthly Church mourns, but the company of the glorified rejoice "For he was a good man and full of the Holy Ghost and of Faith." 

 

Prudence Jackson

Chenango Union, March 2, 1876

 

JACKSON:  In this village [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY], Feb. 25th, Mrs. Prudence Jackson, aged 55 years.

 

During her life-time, she accepted the most arduous duties and burdens with a cheerfulness and humility that eminently illustrated the power of the Cross in humble life.  Her severely painful illness was borne with a fortitude and patience that surprised all who witnessed it.  Her death was emphatically a triumph of the Cross.  At her funeral a large number of friends, of all classes gave willing testimony to her worth.

No pain, no palm, no thorn, no throne,

No gall, no glory, no cross, no crown.

 

Isaac Skinner

Chenango Union, August 9, 1877

 

From a Coneaut (Ohio) paper, we learn that Isaac Skinner, only brother of Joseph Skinner, of this town [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY], died at the residence of his son, near that place, July 4th, 1877, in the eighty-third year of his age.  Two years ago he made his friends in this vicinity a visit, and will be recollected by many who made his acquaintance at that time, as a gentleman of intelligence whom it was a pleasure to meet.  Deceased was son of Joseph and Lois Skinner, and was born in Norwich, March 23d, 1795, being, it is said, the second white child born in his native County.  When the war of 1812 broke out, he was one of the first to volunteer in his country's service, though only seventeen years old.  He remained in the service until the war closed.  In 1837 he removed to Conneaut, Ohio, where he remained until 1860, when he removed to Illinois.  Here he resided eight years, when he returned to Conneaut, living there until his death, having had his residence there thirty-three years in all.  During the late civil war he furnished a representative recruit at his own expense.  In 1815 he was married to Miss Mary Hascall, who survives him.  He was the father of ten children, six of whom are still living; he had twenty-seven grandchildren, and thirteen great-grandchildren.  For many years he was a member of the Baptist Church.  He was an active stirring business man, respected by the community, and lamented by a large circle of relatives and friends.

 

Joseph Skinner

Chenango Union, October 11, 1877

 

When it was announced on Monday morning, that Joseph Skinner had passed to his rest, there was a feeling of sadness among all classes of our citizens.  Deceased was a son of Joseph Skinner one of the earliest settlers in this town [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY]and was born and passed a long and useful life upon the farm where he died, near Wood's Corners.  He was the last of a large family of children--an older brother, Isaac, having died in Ohio, a few months since.  For some years past, Mr. Skinner had suffered from diabetes, but was not prevented form pursuing his avocation of faming, which he had followed from boyhood, and which he loved.  A few weeks since he was troubled with an eruption upon the great toe of his right foot; and, as it failed to improve under medical treatment, the toe was removed by Dr. Hand, some four weeks since.  Still the disease--gangrene--continued to exhibit itself, and on Saturday last it was decided to amputate the limb about the knee, which was done by his attending physician.  But the disease had so firm a hold that the patient did not fully rally, and about one o'clock on Monday morning death ended his sufferings.  When we say that Mr. Skinner died without an enemy, we believe we are not mistaken.  He was respected by the entire community in which he had passed a long and well-spent life.  For thirty years he has weekly called at the Union office for his paper, and his visits were like rays of sunshine in our sanctum, so genial and hearty were his salutations.  He was a good man, and has gone to his reward, mourned by all who knew him.  His age was sixty-five, and he leaves a widow and one son, Isaac W. Skinner, who have the sympathies of friends in their affliction.  The funeral was held on Wednesday, at eleven o'clock.

 

Luke M. Robinson

Oxford Times, February 19, 1895

 

The many friends in Oxford [Chenango Co., NY] of Luke M. Robinson will be pained to learn of his death which occurred at Neenah, Wis. on the 10th inst, and fully endorse the kind opinion that the people of his adopted state and town had of him.  The Neenah Daily Times of Feb. 11th says:

 

On Saturday night at 9:15 o'clock occurred the death of Mr. L.M. Robinson, after an illness of only three days of pneumonia, and which terminated in heart failure.  He has for some years been manager of the Wisconsin Central Pumping Station.  Deceased was born Oct. 10, 1830, in South Oxford, N.Y.  He was of New England parentage.  In 1858 he was married to Miss Maria Fish, sister to Mr. J.J. Fish, Agent for the W.C. in this city.  They removed from the east to Appleton in 1880, and in 1885 came to this city to reside, and where they have become well known and highly esteemed by their active work in charitable organizations.  He leaves a widow, a son Dan (yard master for the Wisoncsin Central), a daughter Miss Amy Robinson and a sister Mrs. John Flagg, who resides in Homer, N.Y., and who is the only survivor of a family of seven children.  Deceased was a valued and esteemed member of Neenah Lodge, No. 41 I.O. of O.F., under whose management the funeral will be held at 2 p.m. from the residence on corner of Winneconne Avenue and Olive streets. Rev. J. E. Chapin will officiate.  The deceased was a man of generous impulses and leaves many friends to mourn his sudden death, and all of whom tender their sincerest sympathies to the grief stricken wife and children who mourn the loss of a kind husband and parent.

 

Lois Warner

the Norwich Sun, October 12, 1917

 

Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY]:  In the death, of Miss Lois Warner which occurred Monday at the home of William Cartledge, the last member of one of the old pioneer families of Bainbridge was removed.  Miss Warner had reached the advanced age of 78.  Her grandfather, Solomon Warner, was one of the early settlers of the town and one of the founders of St. Peter's Church.  The funeral was held Wednesday at 3 o'clock at the home of William Cartledge.

Guilford High School, Junior Class in 1950s

Guilford Central School

1950s

Junior Class

 

 

First Row (LtoR):  Hobert Stoddard, Jeanette Wall

Second Row (LtoR):  Harold Wall, Lena Savory, Ronald Phelps, Mary Fellows

Third Row (LtoR):  William Higney, Phyllis Manwarren, Mr. Butler, Gary Harmon, Maxine Randall

 

Officers

Adviser - Mr. Butler

President - Ronald Phelps

Vice President - Gary Harmon

Secretary - Lena Savory

Treasurer - Phyllis Manwarren

Student Council - Maxine Randall

 



Marriages (February 9)

Brodie - Hickok

Utica Saturday Globe (no date)

 

 

Mrs. & Mrs. Joseph Brodie

At the home of her cousin, John Kershaw, 209 West One Hundred and Eighteenth street, New York city, on Wednesday of this week, occurred the marriage of Miss Corinne Hickok, formerly of Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], and Joseph Brodie, of Brooklyn.  The ceremony was performed by Rev. Robert N. Martin, formerly pastor of the Frist Baptist Church in this village, now of Greenport, L.I. Mr. Brodie is an accountant in the New York office of Berry Brothers, one of the largest manufacturers of varnish in the country.  Mr. and Mrs. Brodie will reside at 124 Kingston avenue, Brooklyn.  The bride is a granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Hial Hickok and a niece of Charles H. Hickok, of this village.  Until her removal to New York city three years ago she made her home in Norwich [Chenango Co., NY].  She was a member of the First Baptist Church and being an accomplished singer was a valued member of the choir.  Among her wedding gifts was a beautiful set of sterling silver spoons form the choir.  Many Norwich friends extend congratulations and best wishes. 

 

Mertz - Norton

Bainbridge News & Republican, October 24, 1946

 

Miss Eleanor Norton was married to Wendelin Mertz Sunday, Oct. 13, at 2 p.m. at the Congregational Church, with the Rev. Charleton Opdyke, pastor, officiating in a double ring ceremony.  The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Otis Norton, 20 Overlook Drive, and the bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Wendelin Mertz, of Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY].  Miss Frances Caracciolo, of Sidney, was the maid of honor.  The bridesmaids were Charlotte Norton, sister of the bride, and Veronica Hadden.  The best man was Otis Norton, brother of the bride, and the ushers were Joseph and Larry Norton, brothers of the bride.  The bride, given in marriage by her father, was dressed in white taffeta and net gown, long train, long-pointed sleeves and a sweetheart neckline.  Her shoulder-length veil was fastened to the crown with orange blossoms and pearls.  She carried a shower bouquet of white roses.  The church was decorated with autumn flowers and foliage.  Mrs. Harold Tyson played the wedding music and accompanied Mrs. Richard McClelland who sang "O Promise Me," "I Love You Truly" and "Because."  A buffet luncheon, served at the Community house, was featured by a three-tiered wedding cake.  This was followed by a reception at the bride's home for 60 guests. The home was decorated with bouquets of mixed flowers and lighted candles. The bride was graduated from Sidney Central School, class of 1945, and the bridegroom is a graduate of Bainbridge Central School.  He served 40 months in the Army Air Forces during World War II as a private first class.  Guests at the wedding and reception were form Bainbridge, Unadilla, Delhi, Binghamton, Walton, South New Berlin, Hancock, Coventry and Sidney. After a wedding trip to Niagara Falls the couple will reside in Bainbridge. 

Obituaries (February 9)

Myrtle M. (Lothridge) Hinckley

Utica Saturday Globe, March 21, 1903
 

 

 Myrtle M. (Lothridge) Hinckley

Norwich [Chenango Co., NY]:  After an illness of several months, Myrtle M., wife of James R. Hinckley died at her home on South Broad street on Saturday of last week, aged 36.  She was the daughter of Charles H. and Emily A. Lothridge and was born in Norwich August 27, 1867.  She was educated in the Norwich schools and was nearly ready to graduate from the High School when she was stricken with an illness that lasted three years and left her in delicate health.  In June, 1894, she married James R. Hinckley, of Margaretsville.  Their married life was spent in Norwich, excepting a year in McDonough.  One child was born to them, Mary Emily, who died a few weeks since at the age of 3 months and 6 days.  During the pastorate of Rev. A.J. Van Cleft, Mrs. Hinckley united with the Broad Street Methodist Church.  Besides her husband, she is survived by her mother, who resides in Oxford, and two brothers, Charles E. Lothridge, of Norwich, and George E., who lives in the west.  Funeral services were held from her late home Monday afternoon, Rev. Wilson Treible officiating.  Burial in Mount Hope [Norwich, NY].

Hattie M. (Fox) Howe

Bainbridge News & Republican, June 27, 1946

Mrs. Hattie M. Howe, 47, died at the Sidney hospital Saturday after an illness of a few days.  She was born in Deposit Jan. 22, 1899, the daughter of Walter and Nettie (Wickham) Fox.  The funeral was held Tuesday at 2 p.m. at Carr & Landers Funeral Chapel, with the Rev. Charlton Opdyke officiating.  Burial was in Prospect Hill Cemetery, Sidney [Delaware Co., NY].  Mrs. Howe was an employee of the Scintilla Magneto Division and lived with her mother, Mrs. Nettie Fox, in Sidney, who survives her.  She is also survived by a brother, Wickham Fox, of Johnson City.

Westley Saville Burnham

Bainbridge News & Republican, June 27, 1946

Westley Saville Burnham passed away on June 14 at the Roscoe Hospital, after a short illness.  The oldest child of the late Frank Westley and Fanny Holcomb Burnham, he was born at Chiloway [Delaware Co., NY] on Dec. 21, 1888.  He attended the district school at Hancock High School in 1910 and from Cornell University, class of 1914.  In 1915 he took a post-graduate course at Cornell and received a degree in Chemical engineering.

Allie Aitken

Bainbridge News & Republican, June 27, 1946

Mrs. Allie Aitken, 89, of Sidney [Delaware Co., NY], died last Thursday morning at her home in that village after an illness of several years.  She was born April 17, 1857, at East Unadilla [Otsego Co., NY], the daughter of William and Melvina (Young) Simpson.  She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Carrie E. King, who had been caring for her for many years; also by several nephews and nieces.  The funeral was held Saturday at Carr and Landers Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Fred Lott, of Binghamton, officiating.  Burial was in Prospect Hill Cemetery [Sidney, NY].

Elizabet (Elfry) Walker

Bainbridge News & Republican, June 27, 1946

Mrs. Elizabeth E. Walker passed away at Elmira [Chemung Co.,  NY], Thursday night, June 13, after a week's illness of a heart attack.  She was born in Fremont Center, May 25, 1863, daughter of Charles and Kathryn Elfrey.  She was a former resident of Walton [Delaware Co., NY] and spent most of her life there.  For the past six years she has made her home with her daughter in Elmira.  She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Ross Huyler, Elmira; two sons, Charles G., of Elmira, and Fred J., of Walton; one brother, George Elfrey, of Ellenville, and several nieces, nephews and grandchildren.  The funeral service was held at the home of her daughter in Elmira Sunday afternoon, June 16.  Burial was in Walton Cemetery.

Ada Elizabeth Badger

Bainbridge News & Republican, October 24, 1946

Friday night, Oct. 18, occurred the death of Mrs. Ada Badger at the Fox Memorial Hospital, Oneonta, where she had been a patient for a brief time.  Ada Badger was born March, 1889, in Gilbertsville [Otsego Co., NY], the daughter of Christan and Sprague Badger.  Many years of her life was spent in Guilford [Chenango Co., NY].  For several years she made her home with Mr. and Mrs. L.H. Anthony and worked as a telephone operator, which the late Mr. Anthony owned, what is now known as the C.&U. Tel-Corp.  Probably no operator will better be remembered than Mrs. Badger, always courteous, accommodating and willing in every way to help the public she served.  She was affiliated with Christ Church.  The latter years of her life have been spent in New York City.  Mrs. Badger was the type of person who made friends wherever she went and held those friendships through the years.  Final rites were held from Christ church, Guilford, Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock.  The Rev. Phillip Pearson officiated.  Burial was in Gilbertsville.  Bearers were L.D. Dexheimer, Fred Tripp, Lynn Murray and Earl Murray.  Surviving relatives are a half sister, Mrs. Helen Joslyn, of Whitesboro; a brother, Raymond Badger, of Ohio; an aunt, Mrs. Anna Porter, of Sidney, and a cousin, Miss Nina Palmer, of Sidney.

Post Listing February 2 - 8, 2015

Listing of blog postings for the week of February 2-8, 2015

Marriages

Posted February 2, 2015

Joyce Pratt - Robert Hurlburt (1946)

Ruth E. Stewart - Harold D. Mason (1946)

Dorothy Marie Tinker - DelMonte R. Baxter (1946)

Florence Anna Shaw - Emmett Stanley Hitchner (1946)

Jean Elinor Hill - Donald Sage (1946)

Posted February 3, 2015
Marriage Notices
     Lot Clark - Una Stokes (1837)
     Samuel Hibard - Ann W. Prentiss (1837)
     Floyd E. Armstrong - Alice L. Huntley (1872)
     George Pardee - Ester Eagles (1872)
     Thomas Culver - Alice Rose (1872)
     S.A. Halcomb - F.E. Waters (1872)
     Seth Ackerly - Emily A. Scott (1872)
     Orra H. Clark - Mary Sornborger (1872)

Posted February 6, 2015
Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Ireland (50th anniversary, 1946)
Mr. & Mrs. Maurice Ireland (25th anniversary, 1946)
Mrs. & Mrs.  Joseph E. Hirt (50th anniversary, 1946)
Alice Irene Monahan - Clifford A. Wearne (engagement, 1946)

Posted February 7, 2015
Mabelle Maude Sterling - Alfred Charles Wethey (1899)

Posted February 8, 2015
Florence Annie Emma Austin - Amos Bowers (1903)
Mildred Kent - Leroy Baker (1946)
Mildred Afis Finch - Herbert Anthony (1946)
Jeanne Louise Slawson - Lauren Sanford Bryden (1946)
Marilyn Bernice Miller - Lee V. Cook (engagement, 1946)
Elaine A. Barre - Everett A. Young (1946)
Leila May Robertson - Bastine Caracciolo (1946)

 

Obituaries

Posted February 2, 2015

Eva A. Tillapaugh (Norwich, 1903)

Jennie A. Bradstreet (Bennettsville, 1878)

George Harrison Underwood (Harpursville, 1946)

Harold Johnson (Smyrna, 1946)

Hannah F. Oles (Johnson City, 1946)

Genevieve Benedict (1946)

Posted February 3, 2015
Clara Thomas (Bainbridge, 1872)
Patty Thayer Dally (Nichols, Bainbridge, 1882)
Dolly Inman (Smithfield, 1882)
Polly Thomas (Bainbridge, 1888)
Susan E.T. Landers (Owego, Bainbridge, 1893)
Lulu May Norris (Owego, 1893
Charles H. Thomas (Bainbridge, 1925)
Albert Woods (Minnesota, 1885) -death notice

Posted February 4, 2015
Frederick George Spencer (Sidney, Bainbridge, 1929)
Mary Knapp Shattuck (Norwich, 1903)
Henry C. Bennett (Norwich, Guilford, 1903)

Posted February 5, 2015
William Henry Sweet (Bainbridge, 1931)
Chapman Strang (Oxford, 1895)
Albert Butler Strang (Coventry, 1927)
Isabelle Emma (Packard) Strang (Greene, 1937)
Rev. Samuel A. Stoddard (Coventryville, 1886)
William Banner (Guilford, 1890)
Death Notices
     Diana L. Franklin (Sherburne, 1865
     Wade Hough (Preston, 1865)
     Lewis H. Sweet (Coventry, 1865)  Civil War soldier
     Mason Clark (Rockdale, 1865)

Posted February 6, 2015
Carrie Karr Dimmick (Norwich, 1918)
Genevieve (Weatherby) Patchen Benedict (Cato, Bainbridge, 1946)
Henry Clinton Seymour (Cannonsville, 1946)
William M. Launt (Sidney, Fort Wayne IN,1946)
Marie H. Case (Susquehanna, PA, 1946)  Car/truck accident

Posted February 7, 2015
Helen May Sterling (Bainbridge, 1872)
Helen E. (Gault) Sterling (Bainbridge, 1879)
Isaac Sterling (Bainbridge, Gilbertsville, 1881)
Mrs. Samuel Stoddard (Beloit, Wis., 1885)
Death Notices
     Mr. Tuwilliger & son (Smyrna, 1829)
     Sally Sage (Norwich, 1829)
     Lemuel Cuthburt (Schoharie, 1829)
     Clinton Steere (Norwich, 1827)

Posted February 8, 2015
Mary C. Heady (Plymouth, Norwich, 1910)
Carrie Ferris Budine (Windsor, 1946)
Lauren S. Archibald (Middlebush, NJ 1946)
Howard M. Knight (Hancock 1946)
Rev. E.G.W. Estlow (Preston, Windsor, 1946)

  

Miscellaneous

Posted February 2, 2015

William Tibbitt with NYS Division in France - 1918

World War I Soldiers George Storey, Jacob Ehrlich, John Welch (photos) 1918

Posted February 3, 2015
 Guilford High School Class of 1938, 50th Class Reunion

Posted February 4, 2015
Bainbridge  High School Class of 1947 - Part 4

Posted February 6, 2015
Sergt. Robert Dunn of Norwich, WWI Casualty, 1918
Irving M. Ives, Republican Candidate of  U.S. Senator, Biographical Sketch, 1946

Posted February 8, 2015
Bainbridge Central School, Third Grade Classes, 1947 (photos)

Posted February 8, 2015
Memorial Day Parade, Bainbridge, NY, May 1946 (photo)



Memorial Day, Bainbridge, NY 1946

Memorial Day Parade, Bainbridge, NY, May 1946

Bainbridge News & Republican, June 6, 1946

Obituaries (February 8)

Mary C. (Dimmick) Heady

Utica Saturday Globe, October 1910

 

 

Mrs. Mary C. Heady

Mrs. Mary C. Heady, who died at her home on Mechanic street [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY] on Thursday of last week, after a few weeks' illness, at the age of 87, was the youngest of nine children of Joseph and Polly Green Dimmick, all of whom have now passed away.  Her parents came from Massachusetts in 1807 and settled in the town of Plymouth [Chenango Co., NY], where Mrs. Heady was born August 12, 1823, and where she continued to make her home until she moved to Norwich in 1875 and for 30 years had made her home on Mechanic street.  January 29, 1852, she married Lauren C. Heady, of Plymouth, who died February 23, 1858.  Deceased came from a long-lived family.  Her father died at the advanced age of 82 and her mother at 92.  One brother lived to be 90 and five other brothers died at aged ranging from 70 to 82.  Mrs. Heady is survived by a son, George D. Heady, and by a step-son, Eber S. Heady, of Iowa Falls, Iowa.  She was held in the highest esteem by all who knew her and enjoyed a wide acquaintance among the older people in Plymouth and Norwich.  Funeral services were held from her late home on Sunday afternoon at 1 o'clock. Rev. M.D. Fuller officiating. The bearers were from nephews: Merton, Roy, Earl and Howard Holmes. The remains were laid at rest in the Dimmick cemetery at Plymouth, which in the childhood of the deceased formed a portion of her father's farm.

 

Carrie Ferris Budine

Bainbridge News & Republican, June 20, 1946

 

Mrs. Carrie Ferris Budine, 68, of Windsor [Broome Co., NY], died Monday at the Binghamton City Hospital.  She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Arnold Frost, of Windsor; a sister, Mrs. Ray Smith, of Union Center, and five grandchildren.  She was a member of the Windsor Presbyterian Church.

 

Lauren S. Archibald

Bainbridge News & Republican, June 20, 1946

 

Lauren S. Archibald, son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas A. Archibald, of Franklin [Delaware Co., NY], died suddenly of a heart attack at his home in Middlebush, N.J., Thursday, June 6.  At the time of his death he was assistant professor of agriculture at Rutgers University and teacher of vocational agriculture at the New Brunswick, N.J. High School.

 

Howard M. Knight

Bainbridge News & Republican, June 20, 1946

 

Howard M. Knight, of Hancock [Delaware Co., NY], 64, died Monday morning, June 10, after an illness of about a month.  He was taken with a swelling of his right arm and it affected his whole body, but he was able to be around until a few days ago.  he is survived by two sons and two daughters.  Mr. Knight has been a life long resident of Hancock, engaging in lumbering and farming at Stockport.  His wife passed away several years ago.  The funeral was Wednesday. Burial was made in Riverview cemetery, Hancock.

 

Rev. E.G.W. Estlow

Bainbridge News & Republican, June 20, 1946

 

The Rev. E.G.W. Estlow, 65, of Preston [Chenango Co., NY], formerly of Windsor [Broome Co., NY], died Friday noon at the Binghamton City Hospital.  He is survived by his wife, Mrs. M. Rachel Estlow, of Preston; two sons, Willis L. Estlow, of Woodlynne, N.J., and Edward W. Estlow, of Denver, Colo.; a daughter, Lorena Mae Estlow, a student at Antioch College, Yellow Springs, Ohio; a brother, F. Tilden Estlow, of Wells Mills, N.J.; also four grandchildren.  Funeral services were held at the Windsor Methodist Church on Sunday afternoon, the Rev. George Savage, district superintendent of Oneonta, officiated, assisted by the Rev. Charles Sabin, of Ouaquaga, and the Rev. Loren Weber, of Windsor.  Burial was in Warren Grove cemetery, Warren Grove, N.J.

Marriages (February 8)

Bowers - Austin

Utica Saturday Globe, July 1903

 

A very pretty home wedding occurred at the residence of John Austin, in Guilford Center [Chenango Co., NY], Wednesday of last week, when his daughter, Florence Annie Emma, was united in marriage to Charles Amos Bowers, of North Norwich [Chenango Co., NY].  the rooms were tastefully decorated with evergreens and potted plants, the color scheme being blue and white.  At precisely noon the bride and groom entered the wedding room to the strains of Lohengrin's bridal march played by Miss Mary Walker, of Oxford.  The ceremony was performed in a very impressive manner by Rev. A.C. Salls, of Guilford Center.  The bride was handsomely gowned in blue foulard trimmed with white chiffon and applique and carried a shower bouquet of bridal roses.  The wedding dinner was served under the direction of C. Toby, the caterer, and the whole event was one of the most joyous that has taken place in this locality in a long time.  The bride is a graduate of Norwich High School and for some time has been a teacher in the Guilford Center schools.  After a brief wedding trip Mr. and Mrs. Bowers will make their home with the bride's father at Guilford Center, where the groom is extensively engaged in the lumber business.

 

Baker - Kent

Bainbridge News & Republican, October 24, 1946

 

Oct. 20 occurred the marriage of Miss Mildred Kent and Leroy Baker, both of Hallstead, Pa.  Attending them were James A. Baker and Mrs. Jennie E. Felter, brother and sister of the groom.  The Rev. J.W. Bump officiated.

 

Anthony - Finch

Bainbridge News & Republican, October 24, 1946

 

A pretty wedding occurred at the home of Mr. and Mrs. R.C. Dawson on Bridge street, at Sidney [Delaware Co., NY], Thursday evening at 7 o'clock, when their niece, Mildred Afis Finch, became the bride of Herbert Anthony, son of Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Anthony, Sr., of Sidney. The double ring ceremony was performed by the Rev. Rollin D. Malany, pastor of St. Paul's Episcopal Church, in the presence of a few close friends and members of the family.  The house was decorated with autumn flowers, fitting for the occasion.  The couple was attended by Miss Norma Conrow, a friend of the bride, as maid of honor, and William Phillips, as best man.  Both of their homes are in Sidney.  The bride wore a street length dress of aqua with black accessories, and her corsage was talisman roses.  her attendant's dress was of gold color, with gray accessories.  Mrs. Dawson, aunt of the bride, chose black with a corsage of red roses.  The mother of the bridegroom's dress was black with a corsage of yellow roses.  After the buffet lunch was served, featuring a three-tier wedding cake, to members of the immediate family, the bride and groom left on a brief wedding trip and on their return home they will reside at 45 River street, Sidney.  The groom served in the ETO for 23 months, receiving his discharge in December, 1945.  He is now employed in the Scintilla.  The groom is a grandson of the late L. H. Anthony, of Guilford, and Mrs. L.H. Anthony, of Norwich, and is well known in Guilford.

 

Bryden - Slawson

Bainbridge News & Republican, October 24, 1946

 

Miss Jeanne Louise Slawson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. G. Frank Slawson, of Franklin [Delaware Co., NY], and Private Lauren Sanford Bryden, son of Mrs. Edith Bryden, Oneonta [Otsego Co., NY], were united in marriage at the Franklin Congregational Baptist Church Saturday night at 8:30 o'clock by the Rev. Robert I. Howland.  After the ceremony a reception for 50 near relatives and friends of the couple was held at the home of the bride's parents.  Mrs. Bryden attended Franklin Central School and Mr. Bryden Delhi Central School.  He has been in the Army since November, 1945, and is now stationed at Fort Dix.

 

Cook - Miller

Bainbridge News & Republican, October 24, 1946

 

Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Miller, Sr., of Windsor [Broome Co., NY], announce the approaching marriage of their daughter Marilyn Bernice, to Lee V. Cook, son of Mrs. Luthor Cook and the late Mr. Cook, of Rochester, to be held in the first Methodist Church of Windsor on Saturday, Nov. 9, at 8:30 p.m.  The Rev. Loren Hawver, pastor of the First Baptist Church, of Moravia, an uncle of the bride-to-be, will conduct the ceremony.  Miss Miller attended Windsor Central School and Brockport State Teachers' College. Mr. Cook is a graduate of Brockport High School.  He served for three years with the Army and one and one-half years of that time were spent with the fighter group in Italy.

 

Barre - Young

Bainbridge News & Republican, October 24, 1946

 

Miss Elaine A. Barre, daughter of Mrs. Arthur Wearne, of Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY], and Everett A. Young, son of Mr. and Mrs. John E. Young, of Sidney Center [Delaware Co., NY], were united in marriage with a double ring ceremony performed by the Rev. Charles A. Dee, pastor of St. John's Church, Bainbridge Saturday afternoon, Oct. 12, at 4 o'clock.  Mrs. Richard Parsons was matron of honor and Thornton Young, brother of the bridegroom, acted as best man.  The bride graduated from Bainbridge Central School with the Class of '42, and is employed as payroll clerk at the American Plastics Corp. The bridegroom is employed by the George Bishop Co. at the Scintilla, and is a veteran of World War II, having arrived in the States from New Caledonia about two months ago.  After a wedding trip to New York, the couple will reside at 11 Bixby street, Bainbridge. 

 

Caracciolo - Robertson

Bainbridge News & Republican, October 24, 1946

 

Miss Leila May Robertson, of Arkville [Delaware Co., NY], was married to Bastine Caracciolo, son of Mr. and Mrs. Carmine Caracciolo, 42 Willow street, Sidney [Delaware Co., NY], on Sunday, Oct. 13, at the Catholic Rectory, Arkville.  Miss Ann Robertson, of Arkville, sister of the bride, and James Zuccarelli, of Bound Brook,  N.J., cousin of the bridegroom, were the attendants.  The bridegroom is employed at the Scintilla Magneto Division and was in service for three and a half years, three which he apent in the Eurpean area. The bride formerly was employed in the Scintilla.