Obituaries (September 19)

Florence E. Quinn

Died September 18, 1932, Preston, NY

Mrs. Florence E. Quinn, 69, widow of Frank J. Quinn, who served Chenango county as superintendent of the poor and county welfare commissioner for many years, died at her home in Preston Sunday night Sept. 18th.  With her husband she had been engaged in administering to the needs of the poor for 20 years.  After the death of Mr. Quinn in May, 1931, Mrs. Quinn was appointed to succeed him as welfare officer of the county.

Michael J. Quinn

Died December 3, 1939, Middletown, NY

Michael J. Quinn, well known in this city and a retired O. & W. engineer, passed away at his home in Middletown [Orange Co., NY] Sunday morning.  News of his death was a shock to many Norwich friends and relatives.  Mr. Quinn was born in Norwich about 75 years ago and was a  resident here for some time.  He is survived by his wife, a sister of Michael Finigan of this city; a daughter, Mrs. Lulu Quinn Weyant, and a son, Charles Quinn of Middletown.  He also leaves a sister, Mrs. May Dolan of this city, two nephews, Dr. M.A Quinn and Alfred Quinn, and a niece, Mrs. Jane Lyons of Norwich.  Funeral services are to be held in Middletown Tuesday morning at 9:30 and the body will be brought to Norwich for burial in St. Paul's cemetery at 2 o'clock Tuesday afternoon.  Michael Finigan, Mrs. Jane Lyons and son John and Mrs. Mary Hawley left Norwich Monday afternoon for Middletown to attend the funeral services tomorrow.

Edward F. Quinn

Died February 28, 1915, Norwich, NY

After an illness of several weeks following an operation for appendicitis and two subsequent operations, Edward F. Quinn died at an early hour Friday morning at the Norwich hospital.  Notwithstanding the fact that his serious condition was known for several days, his many friends were deeply shocked when it was learned that the end had come.  Mr. Quinn was born in Dublin, Ireland, fifty-six years ago.  When he was sixteen years of age, he came to this country, locating at Skaneateles, New York, where he learned and was engaged in the florist business until he came to Norwich, and erected his first green houses in 1883.  In 1901, he bought the Manning homestead, 99 East Main street together with some adjoining property, where he built six large green houses and established a lucrative business which developed rapidly under his skillful management.  On May 25th, 1887, he was married to Miss Jennie Sullivan, and two daughters, Mrs. George J. Devine and Miss Regina M. Quinn were born to them.  Besides his widow and daughter, he is survived by two brothers, James, of Kildare, Ireland, and John of Skaneateles, N.Y.  There are few men in Norwich or anywhere who manifested greater devotion to his family, to his business to his church and to the civic prosperity of the community in which he lived than Edward F. Quinn.  He was a devout and consistent member of St. Paul's church, and by his service ad generous donation contributed largely towards the erection of the present church building.  He was the founder of St. Paul's Cemetery Association, and was at the time of his death its superintendent.  He built the building now in the cemetery; he erected the gates at its entrance, and through his efforts more than of any other man in Norwich, this cemetery was changed from a comparative wilderness to one of the beauty spots in the Chenango valley.  He was a member of the Holy Name Society of St. Paul's church, of Norwich council, Knight's of Columbus No. 211 and of division no. 1 of the Ancient Order of Hibernians.  he was generous and charitable without display, and every moment of his useful life was devoted to the interests of some worthy achievement.  Seldom has the death of any one brought keener sorrow to so many hearts in Norwich.  He never said an unkind word or did an injury to his fellowmen.  His life of usefulness and devotion will long be cherished as one of the most pleasant memories of those who have lived and labored and died in Norwich.  His funeral will be held from his late residence, no. 90 East Main street, Monday morning at nine o'clock whence it will proceed to St. Paul's church where a solemn high mass of Requiem will be sung by Rev. Edward R. Prendergast, assisted by Rev. Father Conway of Skaneateles and Rev. Henry P. Hyland of Oriskany Falls.  Interment will be made in St. Paul's Cemetery.

Rev. Harold M. Quincy

Chenango Telegraph, December 11, 1942

News of the death of Rev. Harold M. Quincy, pastor of the First Baptist church, plunged members of his parish and residents of this city in general into deep sorrow Wednesday.  Rev Quincy was admitted to the Chenango Memorial Hospital just a week ago for an emergency appendectomy.  His condition remained serious and was reported as critical over the weekend. A definite change for the better was learned with joy Tuesday, and then came a relapse Tuesday night.  Rev Quincy died at 7:58 Wednesday morning.  Members of his family were present when the end came.  Funeral services will be held Sunday afternoon at 2:30 in the First Baptist church where in a single year, Rev. Quincy had endeared himself to members of his parish and the community.  Rev. F.L. Anderson of the Oxford church will officiate at the services.  Also participating will be Rev. Dr. Roy Williamson of Syracuse, executive secretary of the New York State Baptist Convention and Rev. Dr. Paul Swarthout, pastor of the First Baptist church at Hamilton.  Dr. Swarthout will deliver the message of the service, a duty he performed at the funeral service of Rev. Wil. J. Quincy, father of the Norwich pastor.  The body will rest at the family home in Hayes street.  Burial will be made in the family plot in the Morris cemetery.  Bearers will include associates from this city and West Winfield, former parish of the Quincy family.

Rev. Quincy came to the Norwich church Sept. 1, 1941, succeeding the late Rev. James K. Romeyn.  In accepting the call to the Baptist church, Rev. Quincy terminated a pastorate of 14 years at West Winfield.  A son of the late Rev. and Mrs. William J. Quincy, he was born September 30, 1893 at Troy.  At the age of 14 years he moved to the new family home in Schenectady.  In that city he graduated from Nott Terrance high and from Colgate university in 1918.  During his senior year, Rev. Quincy left Colgate to enter the service of his country in World War I, serving for 14 months before returning to college.  At the time of his passing Rev. Quincy was serving as chaplain of the Lieut. Warren E. Eaton DSC Post 189 of the American legion of this city.  Immediately upon becoming residents of this city, Rev. Quincy and his family entered fully into community life.  His pleasing personality made him a host of friends who learned that his friendship was sincere and genuine.  Word of his passing Wednesday brought expressions of sorrow from all ranks.  After graduating from Colgate, Rev. Quincy was employed for two years in the turbine department of the General Electric Company.  Then he entered Colgate Theological seminary.  Upon receiving his divinity degree, he became pastor of the Baptist church of Genoa, N.Y.  He later became pastor of the Millis Memorial church, Troy, where he remained until the beginning of his pastorate in West Winfield in 1927.  Mr. Quincy was a member of Norwich Rotary, also of Delta Upsilon chapter of Sigma Nu Fraternity of Colgate university.  He served as chaplain of Winfield lodge 581, F&AM, for 14 years and was a member of the Mohawk Valley Consistory, Scottish Rite Bodies, and of Ziyara Temple Order of the Mystic Shrine.  Dec. 5, 1917 he was united in marriage with Maude Ross of  New Hartford, who survives with a daughter, Miss Virginia Quincy, member of the New Woodstock high school faculty and William Ross Quincy, first year student in Alfred university.  Members of the parish had arranged a reception for last Saturday night honoring the silver wedding anniversary of Rev. and Mrs. Quincy and his illness then forced cancellation of plans.

Death Notices

Chenango American, January 9, 1862

In this village [Greene, Chenango Co., NY], on the 27th ult., Mr. Bela Cowles, aged 89 years.

In Preston [Chenango Co., NY], on the 25th ult., Mr. Joseph F. Rogers, aged 85 years.

In Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], on the 20th ult., after a lingering illness, Miss Ann Pierce, aged 18 years.

In East Pharsalia [Chenango Co., NY], on the 28th ult. Florence L. [Grant], daughter of J. Jerome and Abigail Grant, aged 4 years, 11 months and 22 days.

In this town [Greene, Chenango co., NY], on the 18th ult. Frankie [Rice], only child of William and Almira Rice, aged 4 years and 13 days.

Toll the bell gently--the dear ones sleep,

O'er the pale brow you may silently weep;

Chant a sweet requiem, softly and low;

Sooth the fond hearts that are beating with woe.

Calm the loved parents and cheer their lone hearts;

Oh! 'tis so bitter from their loved one to part;

Earth seems so dark when their dear one has fled,

He in the coffin, now sleeps with the dead.

Toll the bell gently--lay him to rest,

Plant some bright flowers above his cold breast.

Softly around him the breezes will sigh.

yet he'll not hear them, his spirit's on high.

Obituaries (September 17)

Parker - Chapman

Married August 23, 1931, Oxford, NY

Miss Mary Agnes Chapman, daughter of George Chapman was united in marriage to Edwin White Parker, son of Calvin Parker of Norwich in a wedding ceremony at St. Paul's church Sunday morning at 7:30.  the Rev. H.C Whedon was the officiating clergyman.  Miss Constance Chapman, a sister of the bride served as attendant with John Parker, brother of the groom, acting as best man.  A wedding breakfast followed the ceremony at the home of the bride.  After a honeymoon at the Thousand Islands, Mr. and Mrs. Parker will be at home at 40 Piano street, Norwich, after September 1st.  Miss Chapman was gowned in pink colored chiffon and carried pink colored flowers.  Her bridesmaid wore white organdie and carried a bouquet of varied colored flowers.  Mrs. Parker is an employee of the Chenango and Unadilla Telephone Company of Norwich while the groom is an employee of the Craine Company Inc.

Padgett - Sherwood

Married November 27, 1926, Norwich, NY

Miss Lillian Sherwood, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Sherwood, and Mr. Ira Padgett of Holmesville [Chenango Co., NY], were married Saturday night at the home of Mr. and Mrs. F. S. Ainsworth, 7-1/2 North Broad street by Rev. M.R Weaver of South New Berlin in the presence of the immediate relatives.  The ceremony was performed beneath an arch of evergreens, ferns and sweet peas. The attendants were Miss Mary Ainsworth and Charles Townsend. The bride's gown was white silk crepe trimmed with white satin ribbon and pearl ornaments. The bride, who has been with the Keating Store company, was the guest of honor at a number of prenuptial events.  Mr. Padgett is well known as a driver on the Wild bus line between Norwich and Sidney.  Both are popular young people whose marriage has caused many congratulations.  For the present Mr. and Mrs. Padgett will make their home at 71-1/2 North Broad street.

Mr. & Mrs. Richard Paddock

50th Anniversary, December 1923

Mt. Upton [Chenango Co., NY]:  Mr. and Mrs. Richard Paddock, celebrated their fiftieth wedding anniversary at their home in this place last Saturday.  The home was decorated with evergreen and yellow chrysanthemums, while narcissi in pretty bowls were conspicuous among the decorations   About twenty-five relatives were seated in the parlor while Miss Gertrude Paddock of Phoenix, Arizona, rendered the wedding march.  Mr. and Mrs. Paddock stood under an arch of greens from which was suspended a white bell.  They received the congratulations of their immediate family.  Miss Paddock at the piano and Cecil Paddock with the saxophone rendered a number of musical selections, the modern as well as the old-fashioned music. the bride was handsomely gowned in brown, pussy willow crepe, embellished with lace trimmings.  From seven until nine p.m. a reception was held to which the town people numbering eighty, gladly welcomed an opportunity to exend congratulations to the esteemed couple.  The Misses Florence Paddock, Vivian Paddock and Hazel Smalley assisted in serving dainty refreshments.  Miss Gertrude Paddock presided at the coffee urn.  The bride and groom of fifty years ago were presented with many beautiful gifts including odd pieces of furniture and $200 in gold.  Those attending from a distance were Mr. and Mrs. Fred Paddock and daughters, Florence Gertrude and Jean of Phoenix, Arizona; Mr. and Mrs. Walter Paddock, Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Paddock and Miss Vivian Paddock of Clinton; Mrs. Smalley and Miss Hazel Smalley of Danbury Conn., William Smalley of Cooperstown; Mr. and Mrs. Strong of Oneonta; Mr. and Mrs. Charles Babcock and Mr. and Mrs. Comstock of Albany, N.Y.

Marriage Notices

Chenango American, January 9, 1862

At the Chenango House, in this village [Greene, Chenango Co., NY], on the 31st ult., by Rev. W. S. Adamson, Noah Thornton, to Miss Julia A. Briggs, both of Maine, Broome Co.

In this village [Greene, Chenango Co., NY], on the 1st inst., by Rev. G. S. White, Mr. Melvin Cobb, of Cincinnatus, Cortland Co., to Miss Caroline Madsle of Marathon [Cortland Co., NY].

Also at the same time and place, Mr. Mervin Rice to Miss Ettie M. Cobb, all of Cincinnatus [Cortland Co., NY].

In McDonough [Chenango Co., NY], on the 25th ult., by Israel Kinyon, Esq., Mr. Medtilo W. Hoffman of Preston [Chenango Co., NY] to Miss Lucy M. Hillard, of McDonough [Chenango Co., NY].

In Oxford [Chenango Co., NY], on the 25th ult. by Rev. W.T. Potter, Mr. Thomas Wheeler, to Miss Lydia E. Dickinson, all of Oxford.

In East Smithville [Chenango Co., NY], on the 24th ult., by Rev. W.T. Potter, Mr. Edwin F. Brown, to Miss Ultesa Flagg, both of Smithville.

In Sherburne [Chenango Co., NY], on the 25th ult., by Rev. M. B. Cleveland, Mr. Laurtes Carpenter, fo Oxford [Chenango Co., NY] to Miss Maryette King, of Sherburne.

In Coventryville [Chenango Co., NY], on the 24th ult. by Rev. N.R. Everts, Mr. Edmund L. Johnson, of Guilford [Chenango Co., NY] to Miss Rosa Holcomb, of Coventry.

Obituaries (September 16)

Bela Cowles

Chenango American, January 9, 1862

By reference to our obituary head will be found the record of the death of Bela Cowles, one of the venerated and respected pioneers of this section of country.  Mr. Cowles was originally from Canaan, Conn.  In 1800 he emigrated to this State and settled at Delphi, Onondaga Co.  In consequence of the then unhealthy character of that section he removed to Smithville, in 1808, since which time his name has been a household word to a very numerous acquaintance.  He was respected and esteemed by the hardy pioneers in this then wilderness, and in every relation in life sustained a high character for integrity and disinterested kindness.  In that force of character which so essentially fitted him for the warfare of civilization over a wilderness, he preeminently excelled and was an index of stability and firmness freely acknowledged by his co-laborers in that arduous work.  Mr. Cowles outlived his third wife, and reared a large family, the members of which are among our most respected and enterprising citizens.  His early co-temporaries, as well as succeeding generations, point to his long and eventful life without indicating a stain to mar the image of the noblest work of God, an honest man.  The few last years of his life were spent in this village; the influence of age shed no sable cloud of misanthropy over his brow, his cheerful spirit to the last evinced his innate love to God and love to man.  His descendants to the fourth generation clustered around him in his declining years, and with one heart and one voice called him blessed.  Thus full of honors and full of years, our venerable friend has passed from earth beyond the veil that hides eternity from our view. In manhood his powers have been devoted to the interest of himself and his fellow men, and during a protracted old age he has enjoyed the vivid reflection of a well spent life, and died in the hope of a glorious immortality.  His obsequies were attended at the Congregational Church, in this village [Greene, Chenango Co., NY], on Sunday, by a large concourse of relatives and friends.  An appropriate discourse was pronounce on the occasion by Rev. Daniel Ballou, which did but justice to the character of the respected dead--every sentence of which was appreciated by an intelligent and sympathizing audience.

Styles Fairchild

Chenango American, January 9, 1862

Styles Fairchild, a resident of this town, near New Ohio [Broome Co., NY], a man 60 years of age, came to his death last Saturday, in a peculiar manner.  There are conflicting rumors relative to the affair, and lacking any reliable information in regard to the facts, we can only say that he was kicked in the back, by a neighbor, James Harrington, of this town, causing an affection of the spine, from which he died in a few days. Whether the act was committed in anger or in a playful encounter we have not satisfactorily ascertained.  A coroner's inquest has been held, and the Jury rendered a verdict that deceased came to his death in consequence of injuries received at the hands of James Harrington.  

Nellie Miller

Died February 7, 1941

The funeral of Mrs. Nellie Miller, wife of Fred Miller, who died at the family home on Shumway Hill, on Feb. 7th, was held from the late home last Monday afternoon, with burial at Mt. Upton [Chenango Co., NY].  Besides her husband, Mrs. Miller is survived by three sons, Arthur of Richfield Springs, and Harold and Robert of Mt. Upton, two grandsons, a brother, Charles Greene, of Guilford, and a sister, Mrs. Ward Pearsall of Mt. Upton.  

Death Notices

The funeral of Claudia Mudge, who died at her home in this village on Wednesday, April 9th [1941], was held from the Colwell funeral home in Bainbridge, on Friday, with burial at Mt. Upton [Chenango Co., NY]

April 1941:  Mrs. Clifford Davis was called to the home of her parents at South New Berlin [Chenango Co., NY] last Saturday by the death of her mother, Mrs. Harold Morrell.  The funeral was held from the Baptist church on Tuesday with burial at South New Berlin.

Chenango American, January 16, 1862

In Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], on the 14th inst., Mrs. Abigail Enos, wife of Truman Enos, aged 69 years.

In Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], on the 10th inst., Mr. John Hayes, aged 40 years.

In Sherburne [Chenango Co., NY], on the 3d ult. Mr. Nahum Starr, aged 71 years.

In Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY], on the 8th inst., Mr. Anson Packard, aged 74 years.

In Oxford [Chenango Co., NY], on the 13th inst., Mr. Elhanaan Puffer, aged 31 years.

In New Ohio [Broome Co., NY], on the 10th inst. of putrid sore throat, Jennie M. [Miller], daughter of Jacob and Polly Miller, aged 2 years and 20 days.

This lovely bud, so young, so fair,

Called hence by early doom;

Just come to show how sweet a flower

In Paradise could bloom.

Letter from Ellsworth Regiment - December 1861

Letter from the Ellsworth Regiment

Chenango American, December 26, 1861

Hall's Hill, Va., Dec. 13, 1861
Dear Friends:

Tuesday afternoon while the regiment was out on battalion drill, the Colonel received orders to prepare his men for a march immediately.  The order was hailed with a yell of delight by the boys, and off they started to prepare for a fight.  Revolvers were loaded, canteens filled, and each man received two days rations.  In a very short time they were back to their places and ready to start.  The Colonel drilled them a while and sent them back to their quarters to be ready to start at a moment's notice.  About 8 o'clock they were called out again, when the Colonel told them he had tried them enough, and to go back to their quarters and stay there.

We have all been busy for two or three days preparing for an expected visit from Gov. Morgan. the streets have all been trimmed, swept clean, the officers tents trimmed, and every thing fixed up to a great extent.  At the foot of our street is a large arch about 20 feet high, from the top of which hangs a large letter D and under it the words "Camp Butterfield." Last night the wind came near blowing it down but the boys turned out in the night and braced it up.  In front of our tent we have an arch with a picture of Gen. McClellan hanging from the center in a wreath. The trimming we use is cedar and spruce, which is much better than hemlock at this time of the year.  Hemlock is scarce here.

Miss Laura Hudson, the "daughter of the regiment" is here in the hospital, as nurse.  This is what we have needed a long time, for I know that some of the boys there have not had good care.  In regard to the sick I must say that they are improving.  I have not heard of but two new cases in some time.  One from Co. B, who was taken to the hospital, and one in our company who was taken sick yesterday but is better today.

Our victuals are cooked by three persons detailed from each company.  We have more rations than we can eat; some of the men trade for codfish, candles, sausage, molassess &c.  Our chief substance is pork, fresh beef, bacon, beans, bread, pilot crackers, coffee and tea. The crackers are rather a hard institution.  They are awful hard, and some of the boys say that they have seen some of them dated 1586.  I rather doubt that, but must say that they are very hard.

I believe I have not described to you how we have our tent fixed for winter.  We have a furnace fixed in this manner:  We took a piece of sheet iron two feet long and 18 inches wide; bent it in the shape of an arch; cut a hole through the back side of the house; put it through and laid pieces of brick and stone between it and the boards; built a chimney of brick and mud, and banked it up well. This makes a good furnace which warms up our tent.

The Colonel's which was fixed in this manner, burned up one night, and it came near resulting in quite a serious accident.  The tent, in which was quite a quantity of cartridges, caught fire, but it was extinguished before much harm was done.  One of the tents in the Michigan regiment burnt entirely up from such an accident one night last week.

Daniel J. Willson

Obituaries (September 13)

Lottie M. Squires

Chenango American, January 23, 1862

In this village [Greene, Chenango co., NY], on the 19th inst., Lottie M. Squires, only daughter of Gen. Charles Squires, aged 19 years.

Thus has passed away another of the victims of the great Waster, Consumption.  The house hold whence this interesting young friend was taken, has been sorely bereaved of its inmates by the ravages of this disease, this being the seventh member of the family on whom this disease has laid its desolating hand.  The sympathies and affections of a large circle of companions have been strongly awakened by the loss of one who was universally beloved for her warmth of heart, her joyous temperament and the gentle affection which drew to her the loving regards of many hearts.  She will be missed indeed by the now narrowed home associations, by a fond father and by one who ministered to her needs in health and sickness, with all of a mother's attention, solicitude and care.  Though life to her was sweet she yet at last bowed to the Divine decree, and in gentleness and meekness of spirit she murmured forth thru language, "thy will O God be done."  Though wasting away under the inevitable results of that incurable disease, she was enabled to avoid even to the last the couch of confining, wearysome suffering.  To the last day of life she sat up and was dressed, and in the clear consciousness of the issues before her.  She passed away without seeming pain.  Dying down like a candle that has burned itself out in its socket.

"Leaves have their time to fall

And flowers to wither at the North wind's breath,

And stars to set--but all,

Thou hast all seasons for thine own, O Death."

Addie Conant

Chenango American, January 30, 1862

In Coventry [Chenango Co., NY], on the 13th ult., of inflammation of the bowels, Addie Conant, aged 15 years.

The circumstances of her early death were solemnly impressive.  One of a large and interesting circle of young people, she leaves many sorrowing hearts.  It was a source of regret that with all other adornments she had not earlier sought the robe of a Savior's righteousness.  Although leaving much that she loved, she felt that it was well.  Her trust was in Jesus, loving him with everybody, she peacefully passed away.  Her disease did its work rapidly, and her pain was severe, but she yet found time to warn her companions of the danger of delaying to turn to Christ.  Her message to her Sunday School was touching indeed, and not without its blessed effects as others bear witness, and to her beloved ones around her as well as a father and brother absent, she left with dying breath, and exhortation  to live for Christ, and meet her in Heaven.  I.B. Hopwood.

Thomas S. Purple

Bainbridge Republican, March 5, 1880

Times, Oxford:  Thomas S. Purple, Esq., well known in Chenango county, died February 14th, at his late residence in Windsor, Broome county, at the ripe old age of 84 years.  He was born in Connecticut in 1796, and removed to Chenango county when a child with his parents.  In 1829 he married Rebecca [Race], daughter of Andrew Race, of Greene, and about two years later removed to Smithville, where he lived many years, much respected and often holding positions of trust, being elected Justice of the Peace several terms, and at one time Supervisor of the town.  All of his family, his wife, three sons and three daughters, survive him.  He died of no particular disease, but a gradual decline in old age.

Death Notices

Chenango American, January 23, 1862

In Preston [Chenango Co., NY], on the 15th inst., Betsey [Rogers], wife of Mr. Joseph Rogers, aged 64 years.

At St. Paul, Minnesota, on the 17th inst., Mr. William H. Clarke, formerly of Oxford [Chenango co., NY], aged 30 years.

In Pitcher [Chenango Co., NY], on the 19th ult., of cankerash and diptheria, Elsie [Justice], aged 11 years, 5 months and 20 days.  On the 22d ult. of measles and diptheria, Freddy [Justice] in the 7th year of his age.  On the 24th ult., of measles and diptheria, Jenney [Justice], aged 1 year 11 months and 29 days.  On the 25th ult. of measles and cankerash, Noah [Justice] in the 8th year of his age, children of George and Mary Justice.

In Pitcher [Chenango Co., NY], on the 14th inst., Mary Ann [Ruddock], aged 2 years.  On the 15th isn't., Alvertus [Ruddock], aged 13 years.  On the 17th inst., Louene [Ruddock], aged 11 years, children of Chester and Sarah Ruddock.

Chenango American, January 30, 1862

In this town [Greene, Chenango Co., NY] on the 15th inst., Ambrose H [Furman], son of George and Lucy M. Furman, aged 1 year, 1 month and 15 days.

In this town [Greene, Chenango co., NY], on the 26th inst., Mrs. Young, aged 69 years.

In McDonough [Chenango Co., NY], Nov. 24th, Charles H. [Hackett], eldest son of William H. and Louisa V. Hackett, aged 15 years.

In Sherburne [Chenango Co., NY], on the 22d ult., Sally [Dart], wife of Robert Dart, in the 79th year of her age.

In Oxford [Chenango Co., NY] on the 26th inst., Hattie [Rector], only daughter of George and Sarah Rector, aged 3 years.

Marriages (September 12, 2019

Ubbens - Cable

Married December 28, 1935, Norwich, NY

G.C. Ubbens and Miss Theresa Cable of this city [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY] were united in marriage Saturday morning, December 29, at 8 o'clock in the rectory of St. Paul's church by Rev. Charles m. Coveney, rector. The couple was attended by Lenn Brosmer and his daughter, Miss Louise Brosmer.  Immediately following the ceremony the couple left for a short visit to Oneonta.

Cotter - Blair

Married December 28, 1935, Norwich, NY

In a ceremony at First Congregational manse on South Broad street, Saturday night at eight o'clock, by the Rev. D.G. DeBoer, Miss Pearl Blair became the bride of Robert Cotter of 42 Pleasant street, this city [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY].  They were attended by Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Ford of 78 Canasawacta street, and will make their home at 76 Canasawacta street.

Brookins - Cook

Married December 25, 1935, South New Berlin, NY

South New Berlin [Chenango Co., NY]:  At the Baptist parsonage here Wednesday, December 25, occurred the marriage of Police Chief Lelan M. Brookins of Norwich [Chenango Co., NY] to Miss Mildred M. Cook of Greene [Chenango Co., NY]. The ceremony was performed by the pastor. Rev Clinton H. Skinner.

Mr. and Mrs. William C. Coe

59th Wedding Anniversary, July 19141

Mr. and Mrs. William C. Coe of the Chenango Lake road observed their 59th wedding anniversary Tuesday, July 8.  In honor of the occasion, they were entertained at dinner Tuesday night at the Pratt Tea Room, Lyon Brook, by their son and daughter-in-law, Supervisor and Mrs. LeRoy B. Coe of the lake road.  Other guests were Miss Katherine Koot of Norwich and Charles Coe, Jr., of Malverne, N.Y.

Marriage Notices

Chenango American, October 31, 1861

In Coventry [Chenango Co., NY], on the 22d inst., by Rev. I.B. Hopwood, Mr. S.F. Allis, to Miss Elizabeth Kales, all of Coventry.

In Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY], on the 22d inst., by Rev. W. G. Queal, Mr. Halsey W. Burlisson of Oxford [Chenango Co., NY] to Miss Phebe Ann Loomis of Bainbridge.

Chenango American, October 24, 1861

In this town [Greene, Chenango Co., NY], on the 17th inst., by Rev. F. Rogers, Mr. George Palmer, to Miss Susan McNeil.

In this town [Greene, Chenango Co., NY], on the 19th inst., by Rev. A. B. Jones, Mr. Arnold H. Horton, to Miss Charlotte Sharp, both of this town.

In Oxford [Chenango Co., nY] on the 16th inst., by Rev. J.C. Ransom, Mr. Oliver W. Stoddard of Coventry [Chenango Co., nY] to Miss Sarah J. Phillips, of Guilford [Chenango Co., NY].

Chenango American, November 7, 1861

In Oxford [Chenango Co., NY], on the 27th ult., by D. Fisk, Esq., Mr. Frederick H. Donson, to Miss Martha M. Brown, all of Oxford.

In Willett, Cortland Co., on the 21st ult., by Calvin J. Bliss, Esq., Mr. Chas. B. Aldrich, of Norwich [Chenango Co., NY] to Miss Mary J. Snow, of Oxford [Chenango Co., NY].

Marriages - 1876

GUILE - SARGENT:  In this village, April 30th, by Rev. H.M. Crydenwise, pastor of the M.E. Chruch, Mr. Henry C. Guile, to Clara A. Sargent, all of Norwich [Chenango Co., NY].

SANDERS - BUTTON:  In Oxford [Chenango Co., NY] April 29th, by Rev. J.C. Ransom, Mr. Elias F. Sanders, to Miss Eva L. Button, both of Preston [Chenango Co., NY]

BUTLER - NICHOLSON:  In Greene [Chenango Co., NY], April 18th, by Rev. W.H. Gavitt, Mr. Wilson Butler, to Miss Mary E. Nicholson, all of Greene.

HARRISON - SWEETLAND:  In Greene [ Chenango Co., NY], April 26th,by Rev. R.A. Clark, Mr. George Harrison, of Smithville [Chenango Co., NY], to Miss Rhoda Sweetland, of the former place.

JONES - WOLDORF:  In East Worcester, N.Y. [Otsego Co], April 30th by Rev. William McNeil, Rev. J. Jones of Afton [Chenango Co., NY] to Miss Minnie Woldorf of the former place.

Letter From Ellsworth Regiment - November 1861

Letter From The Ellsworth Regiment

Chenango American, November 14, 1861

Camp Butterfield, Va.

November 1, 1861

Dear Friends:  Here we are at last, in Jeff Davis' jurisdiction.  Our camp is about eight miles from Washington, and one mile from Ball's cross roads.

We left our camp at Washington on Monday last, about nine o'clock in the morning, and marched down through the city, by the capitol, and about a mile north of it, where we had with 10 other regiments, a Brigade review by Gen. McClellan.  There was the greatest number of men together that I ever saw.  I should think the string was a mile in length.  We held the responsible position of the right of the Brigade.  From there we started for Virginia.  We crossed the river on the acqueduct, and began climbing the heights of Arlington.  This was quite a tug, for remember we had to carry our knapsacks all the time from starting from our old camp; but the view from the heights well paid for the toll.  On the top of the heights in Ft. Cocoras, mounting 10 guns, whose long black noses are pointing dangerously towards the city and threateningly towards the land of secession.  To the right are seen innumerable camps and fotts, while in front lies the city.  Here we halted for rest a few moments and then proceeded.  We passed a great number of camps, and at every one was asked the name of our regiment, and most heartily cheered.  The country all along gave proof of the existence of civil war.  A solitary man sitting in his door or out by the road to witness the passing of the "northern hordes," a negro woman, were the only inhabitants I saw for miles.  There are men enough, but they are all soldiers, and "bully" ones too.

I do not remember of seeing but one fence along the road, all have been burned up for wood by the men.  The fields are desolate and have been trodden into clay.  Occasionally we came across a field of corn or buckweat, but it was left ungathered. We at length arrived at our camp. The teamsters had preceded us and put up the tents for which we were not sorry.  A Pennsylvania regiment, which is in camp close to us, furnished us with some good warm coffee; this with some bread, which we brought with us consisted of supper, after which we turned in, having marched 18 miles. Was'nt I some tired?

We are encamped in a pleasant valley on the right of the Pa. regimemtn who furnished us our coffee.  On the hill opposite of us is encamped a N.Y. regiment in which is Miletus Hotchkiss.  I just heard he was there, and shall go and see him.  On the same hill, joining the latter is a company of flying artillery, and to the right of them is the 25th N.Y. in which is Robert McMoran.  He was over to see me yesterday and looks well.  The Col. of the 25th has been arrested as a traiter, and, if Bob's story is true, he ought to be shot.  From the hill back of our camp I can see eight camps.  Day before yesterday the Brigade in which we are, was drilled by our Gen. (Butterfield).  He is a fine looking young man, with a keen black eye.  Every time he came very near me, he was whistling some national air.  Quite a number of the men noticed the same thing.  yesterday we were inspected by him and mustered into the U.S. Service.  We will be paid off soon. 

Tuesday a lot of the boys went out foraging and got ten loads of hay, a lot of chickens, &c.  They say they were chased by a band of rebels. The same day one of the pickets brought in a prisoner.  He is now at Washington.

D.J. Willson
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Adjutant-General Report, 44th NY Infantry
WILSON, DANIEL J, - Age, 19 years.  Enlisted, September 11, 1861, at Albany, to serve three years; mustered in as musician, Co. D, September 13, 1861; mustered out, January 6, 1865, at Albany, N.Y.

Daniel Joseph Willson was born 12 Oct. 1842 in Greene, Chenango Co., NY and died 18 November 1928 in Jackson, Jackson Co., MI.

Marriages (September 9)

Peck - Nearing

Married August 17, 1938, White Store, NY

Miss Hannah Nearing, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Nearing of White Store [Chenango Co., NY] and Willis Peck of Edmeston [Otsego Co., NY], were united in marriage at 2 o'clock Wednesday afternoon at the ancient White Store church. The ceremony was witnessed by a large company of friends and relatives and was followed by a reception at the home of the bride. The couple will make their home in Edmeston.

Morey - Sage

Married October 5, 1942

Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Sage of this city announce the marriage of their daughter Lillian [Sage] to Ralph C. Morey of Sherburne [Chenango Co., NY] son of Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Morey of South street. The ceremony took place at high noon Monday, October 5.

Miner - Pope

Married September 3, 1942, Gilbertsville, NY

Mt. Upton [Chenango Co., NY]:  Miss Eleanor Elizabeth Pope, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Glen Pope of this village and Raymond Clinton Miner, son of Mrs. Claude Harrington of South New Berlin [Chenango Co NY] were married on Thursday evening Sept. 3rd, at the Presbyterian parsonage, Gilbertsville, by the Rev. Walter Graig. They were accompanied by Mrs. Claude Harrington and Mrs. Glen Pope.  For the present they plan to reside with his parents at South New Berlin.

Rose - Carpenter

Married February 14, 1942, White Store, NY

Bernard E. Rose, son of Mr. and Mrs. Elwyn C. Rose of White Store [Chenango Co., NY] and Miss Arleen E. Carpenter, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Carpenter of Mt. Upton [Chenango Co., NY], were united in marriage at the Rose home on Saturday evening, Feb. 14th, by the Rev. Louis V.S. Hutton. Several relatives and friends were present.  Mr. Rose is a certified construction worker and has joined the U.S. Army and is leaving for South America in the near future where he expects to teach others in that respective line.  The good wishes of the community go with the happy couple.

Mr. & Mrs. Merton A. Morse

50th anniversary, December 9, 1941

Mr. and Mrs. Merton A. Morse happily celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary at their home on December 9, 1941. they were married at Harpursville, N.Y. [Broome Co], on December 9, 1891 and have always resided on the Morse Homestead near White Store, N.Y. [Chenango Co. NY]  Many friends called to offer their congratulations and many tokens of good wishes and esteem including over 200 cards of greeting and a purse of money were received.  Greetings included those from the Home Bureau; the Fortnightly Study Club, of which Mrs. Morse is a charter member; and the Ladies' Aid of the South New Berlin Baptist Church of which Mrs. Morse was president several years.  Mr. Morse has for many years been a staunch member and Director of South New Berlin League Local and is vice president of the Local.

December 9, 1891, Merton A. Morse and Mary A. Forsyth were united in marriage in the Baptist church in Harpursville by Rev. W.W. Hallock.  The bridal couple were attended by Miss Jessie Forsyth, sister of the bride and John Forsyth, brother of the bride.  The 50th anniversary of that happy event was observed December 9, 1941, by Mr. and Mrs. Morse at their home near White Store, where they have resided for many years.  A number of friends called during the day to offer their congratulations in person. As tokens of the good wishes and esteem of their many friends, Mr. and Mrs. Morse received over 200 cards of greeting; also many beautiful flowers and other gifts from individuals.  Included in these gifts was about $15 in money.  Besides gifts from individuals, organizations to which Mrs. Morse had given much faithful service took this occasion to express their appreciation by gifts. The home bureau sent flowers.  The Fortnightly Study Club of which Mrs. Morse is a charter member, presented her with a bed jacket.  The Ladies' Aid of the Baptist church of South New Berlin of which Mrs. Morse was president for a number of years gave blankets.  The dairymen's League, in which Mr. Morse has been an active member, sent a large basket of fruit.  Their many friends unite in wishing for Mr. and Mrs. Morse many more happy anniversaries.

Card of Thanks:  Many thanks to everyone, who helped in any way to make our 50th anniversary so happy and pleasant, with letter, cards, flowers, gifts and calls from many friends.  May God bless you all.  Mary and Merton Morse.

Marriage Notices

Chenango American, November 14, 1861

In this village [Greene, Chenango Co, NY], on the 4th inst., by Rev. W. S. Adamson, Mr. Leroy Porter to Miss Eliza Jane Hubbard of this village.

At Preston Corners [Chenango Co., NY] on the 7th inst., by Rev. A.C. Smith, Mr. J.M. Fairbanks ot DeRuyter [Madison Co., NY] to Miss Lydia Glazier of Plymouth [Chenango Co., NY].

In German [Chenango Co., NY], on the 6th inst., by Jacob Birdlebough, Esq., Mr. John Crosby, aged 62 years, of German to Miss Becky Murphy, aged 74 years of McDonough [Chenango Co., NY]

Chenango American, November 21, 1861

In Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], on the 18th inst., by Rev. W. T. Potter, Mr. Arden J. Webb, of Greene [Chenango Co., NY], to Miss Frankie A. Puffer, of Oxford [Chenango Co., NY]

In Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], on the 12th inst., by Rev. L. Wright, Mr. Norton S. Hull, to Miss Mary A. Tanner, both of Norwich.

In Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], on the 18th inst., by P.L. Wescott, Esq., Mr. Chas. J. Hart to Mrs. Malissa Sparks, both of Pharsalia [Chenango Co., NY]

In South New Berlin [Chenango Co., NY], on the 11th inst., by Rev. W. Peck, Mr. Wm. M. Phelps to Miss Mary Taylor, all of South New Berlin.

Obituaries (September 7)

Horace Fredenburgh

Chenango American, September 11, 1856

Drowned, in the canal, in this village [Greene, Chenango Co., NY], on the 4th inst., Horace [Fredenburgh], aged 8 years, 10 months and 21 days.

When the sun rises in splendor who may tell if the day shall be light, who knoweth the lurking places of the clouds which in a brief hour may obscure the sky?  If the plant bud, who can tell if it shall blossom?  Who can read in the eyes of a child, if he shall thread the dubious pathway of life up to manhood, or if in a few short years a little daisy sown surf shall be all that is left "of the little boy that died!"

To watch for death by the bedside of a sick child, to hold its little hand in yours, to listen to its words, to perform tenderly for it the last sad offices, when expectation of death has partially blinded the pang, is agonizing to a parent's heart, but how much more deplorable the event when unlooked for, unforeseen, when the beloved child, in full health, is suddenly called away, as in the case of our friends who have been called to mourn the loss of their child.

The deceased, though a child, possessed many of the qualities which are common to some of more mature years. General and obliging to his companions, kind and affectionate to his parents, he was a favorite with all.  Little did he think as he repaired to his boat, on the morning which he was drowned, that a ride in it would occasion his death, and so soon!  But such is life, in the midst of which we are in death.

How peaceful, how sweet, and how soothing the thought,

To the stricken and mourning, whose minds are full fraught,

With memories of loved ones, who here could not stay,

That in bright worlds above they're with Jesus always.

Sarah Gurnsey

Chenango American, September 18 & 25, 1856

In the village of Greene [Chenango Co., NY], on the 18th inst., at the residence of her son-in-law, C.A. Stevens, Mrs. Sarah Gurnsey, relict of Samuel Gurnsey of Oxford, deceased, aged 81 years.

She was sustained through a long an exceedingly painful illness, by Christian fortitude  The deceased may be considered one of the pioneers of the Chenango valley, having been a resident for nearly sixty years.  She was born in Saybrook, Conn., July 13, 1775 and removed to Oxford as early as 1797.

In the decease of this estimable lady, noticed in the obituary department of last week, something more would seem to be due than the slight reference therein given.  She had attained to advanced age and was one of the earliest pioneer settler of this valley.  As the writer of this sketch stood by the grave in which her mortal remains were to be deposited, a friend stood near him, whose memory of the deceased ran back through a period of over fifty years.  He spoke warmly of her noble qualities of character, which shone out even to the last of her mortal existence.  Through a very long portion of the closing years of her life, she had been a sufferer through pains and infirmities of body, but her intellect retained its clearness unbroken to the last.  She bore with meekness the chastening hand of God, but longed to depart to her home in Heaven.  Deep was the interest she felt and manifested in her spiritual welfare.  In her case age had not blunted those religious feelings and affections which look to Christ and the hopes that center in his cross.  Many and marked were the changes in social life, as well as in the aspect of the natural world in the progress of cultivation, which she had witnessed. She had seen most of those whom in this early home she had known as neighbors and friends pass away before her.  And the time had come to her, long before her departure, that she had realized the Force of the language of the Psalmist, "though men be so strong that they come to fourscore years, yet is their strength then but labor and sorrow."  Her spirit passed gently away beneath the roof of a kind and devoted daughter where every attention had been bestowed upon her that filial love could suggest.  The hoary head is a crown of glory if it is found in the way of righteousness.  

Death Notices

Chenango American, September 11, 1856

In Willet [Cortland Co., NY], on the 14th inst., Mr. Silas Courtney, aged 50 years.

In Coventry [Chenango Co. NY] on the 27th ult., Mrs. Louis Hinman, aged 75 years.

In Smithville [Chenango Co., NY] on the 27th ult., Mrs. Sarah Fuller, aged 73 years.

In Willet [Cortland Co., NY] on the 8th inst., John M. Smith, aged 5 years.

In Willet [Cortland Co., NY], on the 7th inst., Mrs. Abigail Pember, aged 64 years.

In Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], on the 8th inst., (very suddenly in childbirth) Ruth K. [Baker], in the 43d year of her age.

Chenango American, September 18, 1856

In Smithville [Chenango Co., NY] on the 12th inst., James Purdy, aged 65 years.

In Greene [Chenango Co., NY] on the 13th inst., Mrs. Phebe Kendall, aged 64 years.

Letter from the 27th Regiment - November 1861

Letter from the 27th Regiment

Chenango American, November 28, 1861

The following is an extract of a letter written by Oscar Phelps, of this town [Greene, NY], now in Alexandria, Va., a member of the 27th Regiment.

Camp Franklin
Alexandria, Nov. 14, 1861

Friend V---, Once more as time (the old conqueror of all things) is passing rapidly away, I take the opportunity of writing a few lines in answer to your kind letter.  I received the books and those other necessaries you sent me, all safe, for which please accept my heartiest thanks and best wishes as a small tribute in return for your remembrance of one who thinks himself unworthy of such kindness; how they make a soldier think of kind ones at home.  I would not forget to mention that A---, gave me a large piece of that butter which I suppose was made by that good mother of yours.  O what should we do if there were none to remember us at home.  Little did I think when I lived at your house, that in so short a time this happy and peaceful country, the pride of nations, would be engaged in civil war, brother against brother, but such truly is now the case.  I think the army a dreadful place, and but to fight for my country and defend it against traitors, I should never have enlisted, as a military life has no charms for me.  I have never been homesick and never wish to return until all is restored to peace. Sometimes I think I would like to be at home for the purpose of attending school, but know very well I could not enjoy myself while the present crisis exists.

Today there has been a grand review of General Franklin's division (of which the 27th forms a part) by Geo. McClellan and staff; it was truly a magnificent sight even to soldiers.  I wish you could have been here and witnessed it.  I guess you would have tho't it quite an army, although there were only twelve regiments of infantry, three batteries of artillery and one regiment of cavalry. We got through in time to return in the rain.

My health is good and so is Albert's; I should be very lonesome at times were it not for him, as he is my best friend.  I think he aspires to a military life and advances daily in the estimation of his superior officers.

We may have no fires in our tents except we buy stoves or build fireplaces; my tent mates and I have built a fireplace in our tent so we are quite comfortable.

We may boast of hardships endured, of heroic deeds but there is a powerful incentive coming from those Northern homes that cheers us on to victory, when the sky is o'ercast with dark clouds, and the driving storm compels us to stay within our tents, what is it that clears away the gloom and makes everything cheerful?  It is the thoughts of home as well as that we are on the side of right.

We got our pay the 13th which of course was very acceptable.  Our Government pays clothes and feeds us well; in fact it is the best Government on the face of the globe, and he who would not stand up for its rights, is a traitor, and does not deserve the name of an American.

Write again, letters are our best society.  My love and best wishes to all lovers of the union.

O. Phelps
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Death Notice, Chenango American, September 11, 1862
In Philadelphia, on the 10th ult., of typhoid fever, Oscar Phelps, of Co. D, 27th Reg. N.Y.S.V. of this town [Greene, Chenango County, NY], aged about 23 years.

Adjutant-General Report, 27th New York Regiment
PHELPS, OSCAR:  Age, 30 years.  Enlisted, May 21, 1861, at Elmira, to serve two years; mustered in as private, Co. D, same date; died, August 11, 1862, at General Hospital, Alexandria, Va.

Obituaries (September 6)

Ray Lyon

Afton Enterprise, June 7, 1928

North Afton [Chenango Co., NY]:  This community was deeply saddened to earn of the death of Ray Lyon at the home of his mother, Mrs. H.D. Lyon on Monday evening of this week.  Ray was a former student of the Afton High School.  He tried several times to enlist in the army but was not accepted as he had a very weak heart. Ray had been working in Binghamton for some time.  The deep sympathy of the entire community goes out to Mrs. Lyon and family.  He is survived by his mother, a brother, Earl, of Cortland, a sister, Miss Blanche, a teacher in a Long Island school.

Gertrude (Bush) Miner

Norwich Sun, Jan. 4, 1910

Guilford [Chenango Co., NY]:  Mrs. Frank Miner after months of suffering passed away at her home at West Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY] Monday night.  The funeral was attended from the home Thursday and the body was brought here for burial in the Guilford cemetery. The most of her married life had been spent here, where she had many friends.  Of her immediate family the husband and one daughter Bessie, survive her, also her mother, Mrs. Richard Bush besides a brother and sisters.

Lila Aldrich

Chenango Telegraph, Nov. 6, 1942

Mrs. Lila Aldrich, aged 71, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 4 at the Maple Park Home, Vernon Center [Oneida Co., NY], after a long illness.  She is survived by her husband, Lester Aldrich, one daughter, Mrs. Robert Patton of Oneonta, two sons, William Aldrich of Seneca Falls, Marshal Aldrich of Washington, D.C. and one brother, Jesses Norton of Norwich. The funeral will be held at The Maple Park Home at 1 p.m. Friday with burial in the White Store cemetery [Chenango Co., NY].

Nellie Miller

Died February 7, 1941, Guilford, NY

The funeral of Mrs. Nellie Miller wife of Fred Miller who died at the family home on Shumway Hill on Feb. 7th, was held from the late home last Monday afternoon, with burial at Mt. Upton [Chenango Co., NY].  Besides her husband, Mrs. Miller is survived by three sons, Arthur of Richfield Springs, and Harold and Robert of Mt. Upton, two grandsons, a brother, Charles Greene, of Guilford, and a sister, Mrs. Ward Pearsall of Mt. Upton.

Mary E. (Hill) Folts

Died March 24, 1939, Morris, NY

Mrs. Mary E. Folts, widow of William Folts, died at her home in Morris [Otsego Co., NY] at 4 o'clock Friday morning of cerebral hemorrhage. She had been in failing health for the past few months.  Mrs. Folts was born in the town of New Berlin [Chenango Co., NY], Nov. 9, 1877, a daughter of the late Louis B. and Mary Babcock Hill. Surviving is one daughter, Mary, who has resided with her mother since the death of Mr. Folts several years ago. The funeral services were held at the residence on Monday at 1 o'clock with burial at New Berlin.

Death Notices

Chenango American, November 28, 1861

In this village [Greene, Chenango Co., NY], on the 25th inst., Alice G. Seneare, aged 4 years, 6 months and 12 days.

In this town [Greene, Chenango Co., NY], on the 14th inst., John W. [Hills], eldest son of James B. and Maria Hills, aged 10 years and 10 months.

Lord, what is life, tis like a flower

That blossoms and is gone;

We see it flourish for an hour

With all its beauty on.

But death comes like a wintry day

And takes the pretty flower away.

Chenango American, November 21, 1861

In Coventry [Chenango Co., NY] on the 14th inst., Delos Foot, son of Benj. Foot, aged 4 years and 6 months.

In Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY] on the 17th inst., Mary E. Schrom, wife of Col. H. Schrom, and widow of the late Geo. M. Smith, aged 47 years.

Chenango American, November 14, 1861

In Norwich [Chenango Co., NY] on the 8th inst. after a brief illness, Mr. Joseph Chapel, in the 65th year of his age.

In Columbus [Chenango Co., NY], on the 1st inst., of Diptheria, Miss Mary A. Dutton, aged 17 years.

Obituaries (September 5)

Nellie E. Morrell

Died April 12, 1941, South New Berlin, NY

Norwich [Chenango Co., NY]:  Mrs. Nellie E. Morrell, wife of Postmaster Harold Morrell of South New Berlin [Chenango Co., NY], died at the family home in that village Saturday night at 10 o'clock.  Mrs. Morrell had been in poor health for the last two years. She was born June 3, 1874, in the town of New Berlin.  For the last 30 years she had been a resident of South New Berlin and was prominent in community life.  She was a member of the Rebekah Lodge and a former member of the Methodist church.  Besides her husband, she is survived by three sons, Ralph Morrell of Wolcott, Alson of South New Berlin and Earl of Sepauket, L.I.; three daughters, Mrs. Rexford Davis of Theresa, Mrs. Clifford Davis of Mt. Upton and Mrs. Lewis Perkins of New Berlin; three granddaughters;  three brothers, William and Warren Dyer of this city, and Arthur of Philadelphia, and two sisters, Mrs. Henry K. Mandeville and Mrs. Arthur S. Hemingway, both of this city.  Funeral services will be held Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Baptist Church at South New Berlin.  The pastor, the Rev. C.H. Skinner, will officiate. Burial will be in South New Berlin.

May (Brennan) Mulligan

Died May 24, 1938, Norwich, NY

Funeral services for Mrs. May B. Mulligan, wife of Joseph P. Mulligan, will be held Friday morning at 9 o'clock from the family residence at 62 Rexford street [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY] and at 9:30 from St. Paul's church.  Rev. Father Charles M. Coveney, pastor of St. Paul's, will officiate. Burial will be made in the family plot at St. Paul's cemetery [Norwich].  Mrs. Mulligan died Tuesday afternoon at the Chenango Memorial Hospital.  She was born in Hamilton [Madison Co., NY], March 11, 1886, the daughter of Thomas D., and the late Margaret Carroll Brennan.  For 50 years she had resided in Norwich. Educated in the Norwich schools she was graduated from the Norwich high school in the class of 1905 and the teachers' training class. For several years Mrs. Mulligan followed the teaching profession.  She was united in marriage with Joseph P. Mulligan December 28, 1909.  Mrs. Mulligan was esteemed as a woman of high Christian character.  She was a devoted mother and a neighbor who never failed in aiding those in need. Giving freely of her ability and energy Mrs. Mulligan served as a president of the Norwich Parent-Teacher Association. She was a member of the L.C.B.A., the League of the Sacred Heart and the Rosary Society of St. Paul's church. Besides a host of friends, there survive her husband and four children, Margaret M., of Sherburne; Mary A. of Oneonta; John J., a student of St. Michael's college at Toronto, Canada, and Eleanor T. of Norwich, also her father, Thomas D. Brennan of this city.

Phebe E. (Gager)  Morse

Died July 18, 1927

Monday evening, July 18, 1927, just as the sun was going down at the close of a beautiful day, mother fell asleep, surrounded by her loved ones.  Phebe Gager was born in the town of Gilbertsville [Otsego Co., NY], June 1854.  She was the oldest daughter of Gilbert and Elizabeth Gager.  While a child they moved to South New Berlin, where she lived until her marriage to Allan L. Morse, when they moved to Holmesville where they spent all their married life.  Unto them was born one daughter, Hattie, wife of Charles Annis.  Since the death of her husband she has lived with her daughter, who was very dear to her, and where she has been tenderly cared for in her last illness.  Always cheerful and patient, although gradually failing in health for a long time, she was not considered seriously ill until the past few weeks when in spite of all that loving hands and medical aid could do, she grew worse until the end. She will be sadly missed in the home she has left (that of her daughter, Mrs. Charles Annis, of New Hartford, N.Y.)  she leaves to mourn her passing, the daughter above mentioned, one granddaughter, Mrs. Paul Chandler, one great grandson Kenneth Chandler; three sisters, Mrs. Frank Mills, of Rockdale, Mrs. George Moran, of Sidney, Mrs. Chester Stratton, of Utica.  Her funeral was held at the church in Holmesville, Thursday afternoon at 3 o'clock.  

Sleep, thee loved one, crowned with flowers, in the grave we made for thee,

Sing, sweet spirit, with the angels, floating o'er the crystal sea;

When our tears have ceased their flowing, and our hearts no longer beat,

We will meet and love forever at the blessed Saviour's feet.

Death  Notices

Chenango Union, December 20, 1894

MATTHEWSON:  At the home of Charlton Phillips in Guilford [Chenango Co., NY], Dec. 7, 1894 Mrs. Jerusha Mathewson, age 87 years 8 months.

HOLCOMB:  In Guilford [Chenango Co., NY], Dec. 14, 1894, Mr. Wm. H. Holcomb, age 85.

HOLLEY:  In Smyrna [Chenango Co., NY], Dec. 14, 1894 Mary A. [Holley], wife of Henry Holley, age 63 years.

MIDDLETON:  In Greene [Chenango Co., NY], Dec. 6, 1894 Mr. Geo. Middleton.

WILBUR:  In Otselic [Chenango Co., NY] Dec. 12, 1894, Mr. DeVer Wilbur, age 49 years.

POOLE:  In Afton [Chenango Co., NY], Dec. 17, 1894, Mr. Lewis J. Poole.

Letter from Ellsworth Avengers - 1861

From the Ellsworth Regiment

Chenango Telegraph, October 9, 1861

Head Quarters People's Ellsworth

Regiment, Albany, N.Y. Oct. 4, 1861

We have a Colonel now, S.W. Stryker, who has acted as our Major since the organization of the Regiment, has been appointed our Colonel.  No appointment could have been made so satisfactory to the whole Regiment as this.  He is a competent officer and is worthy of his position.  If you had witnessed the enthusiasm prevalent at his reception you would have needed no other assurance of his popularity.  Our Lieut. Colonel is J.C. Rice, formerly Adjutant of the Garibaldi Guards.  Our Major is James McGowan, a man of experience and ability who was tested in the Mexican war.  our Adjutant, Knox, is the personification of activity.  He is the smallest, but not least officer of the staff.  He is every mon a military man.  The chaplain of the regiment is not yet appointed. The applicants for it are numerous.  Our staff officers so far, are men of merit, and no regiment has entered the field with superior commanders to those of the People's Ellsworth, the 44th.  As to Captain of Co. D, we wouldn't exchange him for any officer whoever he might be.  Nothing excites him; he is always calm and unmoved--a man of fine feelings but endowed with remarkable control over them.

The barracks are often set on the quivive by rumors of our departure and destination.  We have been receiving our fatigue dress and been going "next week" for a month,--sometime to Virginia and sometimes to Missouri.  This morning we are destined to Missouri, and are to start next Wednesday.  Tomorrow we shall be bound southward and leave in 20 days.  Thus it is--every one has his opinion of our future movements and after fostering it awhile it becomes a fixed fact and from idle gossip, rumors are not almost as unremarkable as the wind.  

Obituaries (September 2)

Albert R. Mundy

Died February 22, 1934, Smyrna, NY

Albert R. Mundy of Smyrna [Chenango Co., NY], 61, former resident of the town of Norwich, died at his home in Smyrna Thursday noon.  He resided on Tanner Hill until about three years ago when he sold his property there and moved to Smyrna.  Mr. Mundy had been a victim of heart attacks and Wednesday night was again stricken.  He did not survive the attack and passed away about noon Thursday. There survive his wife and one daughter, Mrs. Rowland Hamm. Funeral services are to be held in Smyrna at 12:30 Sunday noon.  Rev. Mr. Sullivan officiating, and the body will be brought to this city for funeral services at the Breese funeral home at 2:30, Rev. Jas. K. Romeyn officiating with burial in Mt. Hope.

Mary J. Mundy

Died February 12, 1938, North Norwich, NY

Norwich [Chenango Co., NY]:  The funeral of Mrs. Mary J. Mundy, wife of Eugene Mundy, who died at her home in North Norwich yesterday morning after a protracted illness, will be held from the Breese Chapel Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock, with the Rev. James K. Romeyn officiating.  Burial will be in the North Norwich Cemetery.  Born in North Norwich, May 20, 1875, the deceased was a member of the North Norwich Grange and the First Baptist church of Norwich.  Besides the husband, she is survived by two sons, Harry of Norwich and Howard of Detroit, Mich.; three sisters, Mrs. M.E. Sholes and Mrs. Ira T. Stradling, both of North Norwich, and Mrs. Whitman S. Wick of Middletown, and two brothers, Charles and Lynn Case, both of North Norwich.

Harry Mundy

Died November 26, 1941, Norwich, NY

Harry Mundy of 56 Plymouth street [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY] died at his home Wednesday evening about 8 o'clock after an illness of about two weeks because of a heart ailment.  Mr. Mundy was born in Norwich, June 19, 1896, and for many years conducted a barber shop in this city.  There survive his wife; one son, Richard, of Norwich; a daughter, Mrs. Cleo Weston, of Syracuse; his father, Eugene Mundy, of North Norwich, and a brother, Howard, of Detroit.  He also leaves a grandson, Richard Mundy, Jr., and a step-daughter, Marion Mundy, of Norwich. Services are to be held at the Breese Funeral Home at 2 o'clock Saturday afternoon with burial in the North Norwich cemetery.

Eva M. Mundy

Died February 1, 1944, Norwich, NY

Norwich [Chenango Co., NY]:  Funeral services for Mrs. Eva M. Mundy of this city whose death occurred suddenly Tuesday night after an illness of only a few hours, will be held from the William Breese Funeral Home here at 2 p.m. Saturday. The Rev. R.L. Matthews, pastor of the Calvary Baptist Church is to officiate.  Employed as a winder at the plant of the J.C. Welwood Corporation, Mrs. Mundy was taken ill about 5 p.m. Tuesday, Dr. Leslie T. Kinney was summoned and he directed that she be removed to the Chenango Memorial Hospital where she died three hours later.  Born in Norwich, April 5, 1896.  Mrs. Mundy was a sister of the late Mrs. Linn A. Skinner, who succumbed suddenly to a heart attack Jan. 11.  Mrs. Mundy is survived by her husband, one daughter, Miss Arlene Mundy of Columbus, Ga; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Figary, and three sisters and two brothers, Otto Nicholson of Oxford, Mrs. Arnold Gibbons of Norwich, Mrs. Raymond Salisbury, Clarence and Clyde Figary, all of this city.

Death Notices

Chenango American, October 24, 1861

In Preston [Chenango Co., NY], on the 20th inst., Mr. Leonard H. Ashcraft, aged 59 years.

In Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], on the 18th inst., Lovern [Fisher], daughter of Thompson and Catharine Fisher, aged 18 years.

In McDonough [Chenango Co., NY], on the 17th ult., Mrs. Anne Gibbs, in the 24th year of her age.

In Madison, Madison Co., after a lingering illness on the 15th inst., C. Kirk White, aged 32 years.

Chenango American, October 31, 1861

In this village [Greene, Chenango Co., NY], on the 29th inst., Edward H. [Juliand], youngest child of Mr. George Juliand, aged 8 years.

In Norwich [Chenango Co., NY] suddenly on the 25th inst., Mr. Luther Alexander, aged about 65 years.

In East Pharsalia [Chenango Co., NY] on the 16th inst., Ransom [Franklin], only son of Moses and Abigail Franklin.

In Oxford [Chenango Co., NY] on the 25th inst., Mrs. Margaret [Ingham], wife of Leonard Ingham, aged 53 years.

Post Listing, August 12 to September 1, 2019

Listing of blog postings for August 12 to September 1, 2019

Marriages

Posted August 13, 2019

Rev. Theodore Hubbard - Carmel Crispel (New Berlin / Thompson PA, 1937)

Carrie Cady - Walter Cowles (1940)

Berna Wales - Richard Lavendusky (Plymouth / Oneonta, 1938)

Mina marvin - Ralph Coy (Norwich / East Pharsalia, 1938)

Katherine Patricia Rourke - Philip Brice McMillen (Norwich, Shadyside OH, 1939)

Ruth L. Button - John P. McGuire (South New Berlin 1939)

Marriage Notices - 1861

     Andrew H. Ingersoll - Susan L. Thompson (New Berlin / Guilford)

     Andrew M. Dickinson - Maggie L. Thompson (Guilford)

     Noyes B. Phetteplace - Cordelia S. Brown (Norwich)

     Theodore D. Miller - Sarah F. Brown (Norwich / Brimfield, MA)

     Henry Hall - Adeline Barber (Norwich / Lincklaen)

     Erastus P. Smith - Nancy F. Hauford (Guilford / Hobart)

     George W. Lewis - Olive A. Brooks (Oxford)

     Horace Smith Jr., Anna Gregory (New York / Greenville AL)

Posted August 18, 2019
Harold Bresee - Doris Sharpe (Norwich, Holmesville, 1931)
Homer Mahan - Olive Carpenter (South New Berlin, 1926)
Sylance L. Case - Lorimer W Follett (North Norwich, 1938)
Guy Vernon Mallonee - Marion Case (Norwich, 1937)
Hazel Phillips - Albert C. Foster (Norwich, 1928)
Marriage Notices - 1861
     James I. Curtis - Jenny E. Hawley (Coehecton / Binghamton)
     Mr. C.F. Robertson - Carrie R. Batson (NY / Sherburne)
     Mr. M.B. Ball - Libbie Lewis (Morris / South New Berlin)
Marriage notices - 1880
     Mr. W.R. Price - May L. Peck (Mt. Kisco /Brewster)
     Andrew Brown - Camilla Whitting (Middletown / Guilford Center)
     George W. Boyd - Sarah A. Stilson (Tompkins / Masonville)

Posted August 20, 2019
Daniel E. Anderson - Martha C. Hollenback (Norwich / NYC)
Mildred Case - Baumes M. Marshman (North Norwich / Oxford)
Regina Patricia Lindsey - Edward H. Marsh (New Berlin / Syracuse)
Marriage Notices - 1861
     Eli Webb - Clara L. Race (Greene)
     Samuel w. Sackett - Julia Frances Leonard (Greene)
     Stephen W. Davis - Elizabeth M. Wagner (Greene)
     David Rice - Mary McLagan (Norwich / Guilford)
     George Edney - Charlotte Verrill
     Charles H. Aldrich - Frances R. Barnes (Plymouth)
     Stephen Bolt - Martha Kelsey (Oxford)
Marriage Notices - 1880
     Charles E. Rudd - Abbie A. Winsor (Waterville / Bainbridge)
     Edward Roberts - Matie Poole (Bettsburg / Nineveh)
     Rufus Bush - Miss Skinner (Nineveh / Harpursville)
     Mr. W.H. Saxby - Fannie E. Adkins (Windsor / Colesville)
     Mr. E.S. Barstow - Grace Matteston (Coventry / Bainbridge)

Posted August 26, 2019
Hannah Nearing - Willis Peck (White Store / Edmeston, 1938)
Lillian Sage - Ralph C. Morey (Norwich / Sherburne, 1942)
Raymond Clinton Miner - Eleanor Elizabeth Pope (South New Berlin / Mt. Upton, 1942)
Rhoda E. Daniels -Burton Bancroft (Norwich /Smyrna, 1942)
Marriage notices - 1861
     Rev. William F. Benedict - Elvina Atkins (Hamilton)
     John T. Mygatt - Mary Stevens Dickinson (Oxford / Binghamton)
     Harvy Symonds - Jane C. Towslee (Smithville / Greene)
     Mr. I.S. Sampson - Emogene L. Martin (Cortland / Coventry)
     Baruch Phelps - Adelia M. Hayes (Barker / Greene)
     Erastus Tremain Jr. - Mary A. Gates (Greene / Smithville)
     Samuel Titus - Mary Case (North Norwich)

Posted August 28, 2019
Luman B. Clark - Nancy Bluler (Bainbridge / Harpersville, 1880)
Dr. John Ivan Miller - Viola Allen Henry (Norwich / Prescott KN)
Harold Howard Mattice - Jean Antoinette Kimball (Norwich)
Marriage Notices - 1880
     George Burgdoff - Mary Bliss (Afton)
     Charles W. Sherwood - Annie Esterbrooks (Oxford / Greene)
     Burton M. Searles - Viola Merriman (Bainbridge / North Colesville)
     Charles J. Keeler - Henrietta F. Porter (Coventry)
     Mr. W.D. Finch - Hattie Finch (Tompkins / Masonville)
Marriage notices - 1861
     Everett Baldwin - Mrs. John Hubbard (Greene)
     Charles R. Hotchkiss - Hellen J. Mosher (Smithville)
     Mr. W.D. Willoughby - Lucy E. Wilcox (Oxford)

Posted August 31, 2019
Marriage Notices - 1861
     Mr. I.W. Day - Miss C.R. Knisey (Greene)
     Gurdon H. Wilcox - Helen M. Brown (Brockton / Oxford)
     Leroy A. Cornwell - Rozella M. Lyon (Guilford)
     Charles Higgins - Elizabeth B. Dye (Cincinnatus / Pitcher)
     Mr. S.N. Harris - Celia E. Titus (Fabius / North Norwich)
     John Banes - Frances E. Somers (Bainbridge)
     William N. Smith - Hester Ann Baldwin (German / Pitcher)
     Henry S. Vaughan - Emily Briggs (Norwich)
     Luther A. West - Polecsa N. Eaton (Sherburne)
Marriage notices - 1880
     Munroe Johnson - Dell R. Dyer (Bainbridge / Woodhull, PA)
     Walter Bishop - Ida Newton (Sidney Centre / Masonville)
     Lucius Manwaring - Anthy F. Tyler (Coventry)
     Samuel M. Thornton - Jeanetta A. Wells (Rockwell's Mills / Masonville)
     Charles E. Tarbell - Ellen J. Rounds (Afton)
Marriage notices - 1875
     Elery T. Rogers - Mary G. Smith (Preston / Greene)
     Frank Geer - Nettie Barber (Smyrna / Plymouth)
     William H. Neaskern - Martha Abbott (Sauquoit / Sherburne)
     Fred G. Holl - Abbie Alexander (Lincklaen / Pitcher)
  

Obituaries

Posted August 12, 2019

Sarah E. Owens (Norwich, 1934)

Clarissa E. (McNitt) McLagan (Norwich, 1942)

James Stephen McLagan (Utica, Norwich, 1944)

George W. McNitt (Norwich, 1941)

Death Notices - 1861

     Jehial Spafford (Greene, 61y)

     Benjamin I. Burroughs (Greene, 81y)

     Maria Ford (Tioga, Greene, 60y)

     Carlos K. Pike (North Norwich, 49y)

     Richard Thompson (Oxford, 25y)

     Alice B. Jackson (oxford, 28 mo)

     Hesler L. Herrick (East Pharsalia, 25y)

     Sarah A. Whitby (South Otselic, 36y)

Posted August 14, 2019
Marilyn Lee Mallonee (Ithaca, Norwich, 1940)
Anthony V. Manley Jr., (Norwich, Binghamton, 1943)
Anthony V. Manley Sr., (Norwich, 1933)
Margaret J. Manley (Norwich, 1933)
Death notices - 1880
     Luther B. Higley (Gurnee IL, Bainbridge, 58y)
     Ellen Newton (Sharon PA, Bainbridge, 15y)
     Lois Lyon (Bainbridge, 65y)
    Sally C. Chamberlin (Saiton MA, 64y)
Death notices - 1894
     Mr. A.J. Brown (Willard's, Greene)
     Mrs. J. Gilman (Gaylord KN, Greene, 70y)
     Wells B. Hatch (Syracuse, Sherburne, 73y)
     Hattie Lent (Brooklyn, New Berlin, 26y)
     Margaret Moncrieff (Brooklyn, Greene, 98y)

Posted August 16, 2019
Oscar F. Evans (Bainbridge, 1880)
Mrs. Abbott (Smyrna, 1880)  successively married to seven husbands.
Clarence Mathewson (New Berlin, 1922)
James Francis Grooms (Fulton, Norwich, 1938)
Harriet L. (Green) Mathewson (Norwich, 1938)
Lillian T. (Anderson) Mathewson (Norwich, 1935)
Death notices - 1880
     Mrs. Finch (Belden, 42y)
     Beriah Harris (Masonville, 89y)
     Simeon Smith (Fairview CA, Bainbridge, 73y)
Death Notices - 1861
     Caleb J. Sturges (Norwich, 74y)
     Dr. James Secor (Mt. Upton)
     Henry C. Martin (McDonough, 21y)
     Mary Delia Johnson (Guilford, 19y)
     A Elizabeth Mariam (Smithville, 31y)

Posted August 19, 2019
Goold Stratton (Norwich, Binghamton, 1861) Drowning
Chauncy Thompson (Bainbridge, Masonville, 1880)
Fred Hager (Bainbridge, Masonville, 1880)
Hector McPherson (New Berlin, 1931]
Grace Matterson (Norwich, Skaneateles, 1925)
Irene E. (Mansfield) Matteson (Morris, 1940)
Death notices - 1861
     George Percy (Greene, 21y)
     Jonathan Thompson (Plymouth, 74y)
     Alice Bates (German, 5y)
     Ann Eliza Carbary (Oxford, 36y)
     William Church (Amboy IL, Oxford, 46y)
     Mary R. Mead (North Norwich, 50y)
     Emily Laura Brooks (Norwich, 9 mo)

Posted August 22, 2019
Margaret Hallenbeck (Greene, 1861)
Deliah (Stinson) May (Holmesville, 1927)
Ulyssus E. May (Norwich, 1940)
George W. Meade (Holmesville, 1938)

Death Notices - 1861
     Sarah A Short (Greene, 31y)
     Sophia smith (Norwich, 53y)
     Francis Upton Fenno (Mount Upton, 40y)
     Hezekiah king (Troy, King's Settlement, 64y)

Posted August 23, 2019
Elizabeth Sarah (Nelson) Payne (Oxford, Janesville WI, 1880)
Harriet E Mesick (Binghamton, 1937)
Addison Lyon Mesick (Binghamton, 1932)
Grace (Brooks) Medbury (New Berlin, 1935)
Warren Miles (Norwich, Oneonta, 1941)
Death Notices - 1861
     Anna Juliand Rathbone (Greene, 2y)
     Albert Cowan (Smithville, 10y)
     Nellie J. Newell (Norwich, 5 mo)
     Margaret Case (Oxford, 84y)
     Consider Coomes (Norwich, 72y)
     John T. Wedge (Alexandria VA, Plymouth) Civil War Soldier

Posted August 24, 2019
Gracie Owens (South New Berlin, 1880)
David P. Eldridge (North Pitcher, 1880)
Arden Shawler Miller (Columbus, New Berlin, 1939)
Lena M. (Lyons) Miles (Norwich, Utica, 1941)
Helen (Griswold) Millar (Norwich, Bronx, 1942)
Death Notices - 1861
     Margaret E. Hatrick (Smithville, 17y)
     Lucinda Cummings (Greene)
     Willie Porter (Smithville, infant)
     Calvin Franklin (NYC, Greene, 52y)

Posted August 25, 2019
James Yager (Albany, 1880)  work accident
Gus Lakin (Fish Eddy, Hancock, 1880)  Lumbering accident
Wesley Miller (New Berlin, 1940)
Janie L. (Baird) Miller (South New Berlin, 1934)
Death notices - 1861
     Hubert V. Gale (Plymouth, 1y)
     Phebe Allen (Lincklean, 94y)
     Joseph D. Wood (Norwich, 19y)
     Mr. K.H. Dimmick (Los Angeles CA, Norwich)
     Willis G. Ludington (Columbus, 8y)
Death Notices - 1894
     William l. Colwell (Chenango Lake, 77y)
     Michael Stack (Smyrna, 78y)
     Infant Jackson (East Norwich, 5 weeks)
     Caroline Tunnicliff Pratt (Sherburne)
     Charles Aylesworth (Afton)
     Ezra Fuller (German, 75y)
     Julia Burnham Purple (Greene, 89y)
     Mary E. Schenck (Binghamton, Smithville, 60y)
     William H. Robinson (Utica, Sherburne, 65y)
     George C. Yarrington (Marathon)

Posted August 27, 2019
Essie Bonlar (Cherry Valley, 1880)
Jacob Hoover (Tuscarora, PA, 1880)
John L. Mulligan (Sherburne, 1932)
May Brenna Mulligan (Norwich, 1938)
Harold M. Moulton (Norwich, 1940)

Posted August 30, 2019
Anna Hawley (Afton, Brooklyn, 1880)
Jacob Hawyer (Cherry Valley, 1880)
Charles V. Mitchell (Zanesville OH, Norwich, 1935)
Grace Esther (Welden) Mitchell (Norwich, 1923)
Death Notice - 1880
     Son of Louis Ives (Guilford, 5y)
Death Notices - 1861
     Amy E. Randall (Norwich, 80y)
     Mary A. Felt (Pitcher, 12y)
     Orrin James Felt (Pitcher, 9y)
     Philura Felt (Pitcher, 38y)
     Rizpah B. Hoyt (Masonville, 37y)
     Ada Tenbroeck (Wellsboro PA, 21y)
     Eunice Brown (Norwich, 75y)
     Delos Janes (North Norwich, 48y)
     Philip Bartle (Oxford, 39y)

September 1, 2019
Agnes Murphy (Norwich, 1941)
George W. Burkett (McDonough, 1941)
Edward Murphy (Norwich, 1940)
Joseph G. Murphy (Norwich, 1938)
Mary (O'Donnell) Murphy (Norwich, 1943)
Death Notices - 1861
     Eunice Johnson (Greene, 10y)
     Lucy Ann Edgerton (Smithville, 51y)
     Hannah Chapin (Norwich, 66y)
     Annie Lora Berry (North Stonington CT, Norwich, 18 months)
     George P. Bixby (Burkesville, KY, Bainbridge, 25y)
     Helen Buck (Unadilla, Afton, 22y)
     

Miscellaneous

Posted August 15, 2019

Letter from John W. White, Civil War Soldier, August 1861

Posted August 16, 2019
Letter from Robert G. McMoran, Civil War Soldier, August 1861

Posted August 19, 2019
Letter from D.W. Tenbrook, Witness to First Battle at Bull run, July 1861

Posted August 23, 2019
Letter from Miletus A. Hotchkiss, Civil War Soldier, September 1861

Posted August 29, 2019
Letter from Edwin Slater, Civil War Soldier, August 1861

Obituaries (September 1)

Agnes Murphy

Died April 24, 1941, Norwich, NY

Norwich [Chenango Co., NY]:  Miss Agnes Murphy, 57, of 61 Rexford Street, Norwich, died at the Chenango Memorial Hospital last night about midnight.  Born in McDonough [Chenango Co., NY] the deceased had been a resident of Norwich for the past 35 years. She was a member of the Rosary and Altar Societies of St. Paul's Church, the auxiliary to the A.O.H. and the League of the Sacred Heart.  She is survived by three sisters, Mrs. Ella Keeley and Mrs. Sarah Wood of Norwich and Mrs. Harry Sanford of Arcade, also two brothers, Andrew W. and Matthew D. Murphy, both of Norwich. The funeral will be held from the family residence on Rexford Street Monday morning at 9 o'clock and from St. Paul's at 9:30 with burial in the family plot at St. Joseph's Cemetery, Oxford [Chenango Co., NY].

George W. Burkett

Died April 24, 1941, McDonough, NY

George W. Burkett, 80, who lived alone near the McDonough [Chenango Co., NY] CCC camp, was found dead in bed at his home Saturday noon by Claude Stiles, Oxford rural mail carrier. Stiles had not seen the aged man for two days.  He was alarmed because of this, made an investigation, finding Burkett expired.  Undertaker Fred W. Seymour of Oxford accompanied by --G. Boname coroner, and Dr. Hall of Oxford went to the Burkett home Saturday afternoon and the body was brought to the Seymour Funeral Home, where services are to be held at 2 o'clock Tuesday afternoon, daylight time, burial in McDonough.  Coroner Boname gave as the cause of death the infirmities of old age coupled with a heart condition. The deceased leaves several brothers and sisters none of whom reside in this vicinity.

Edward Murphy

Died March 22, 1940, Norwich, NY

Edward Murphy of 61 Rexford street passed away at the Chenango Memorial Hospital at 9:50 Wednesday night aged 68 years.  The deceased was born in McDonough [Chenango Co., NY], August 6, 1871, but had been a resident of Norwich for about 35 years.  For many years Mr. Murphy was a valued employee of the O.&W. shops and for a period of 18 years he was employed as a machinist at the Borden plant in this city. For the past nine years he had been engaged with his brother, Andrew, in farming in East Norwich.  He was well liked by all who knew him and general regret will be expressed at his death. There survive two brothers, Andrew W. and Mathew D., both of Norwich; four sisters, Mrs. Ella Keeley, Mrs. Sarah Wood, Mrs. Harry Sanford and Miss Agnes Murphy of Norwich. The body was removed to the late home on Rexford street Thursday afternoon where friends may call after 6 p.m.  Prayer services will be held at the late home at 9:30 Saturday morning and a service of absolution will take place in the vestibule of St. Paul's church at 10 o'clock Saturday morning.  Committal services will take place in Mt. Hope chapel, and burial will be made in Oxford [Chenango Co., NY] in the spring. A high mass of requiem will be held at St. Paul's church at 9 o'clock Monday morning. Friends are requested to meet at the late home at 8:30 Friday night to recite the rosary.

Joseph G. Murphy

Died September 15, 1938, Norwich, NY 

Following an extended illness the death of Joseph G. Murphy, World War veteran, occurred Friday morning at his home, 63 Rexford street [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY].  Born in this city May 27, 1890, the son of Edward and Mary O'Donnell Murphy, he had spent practically his entire life here. Educated in the Norwich schools, Mr. Murphy later lived for a few years in Utica and Frankfort.  Widely known in his native city, his death is a source of regret to many friends. By trade he was a plumber and steamfitter and for 25 years was associated in that capacity with the Charles G. Nash plumbing store.  Mr. Murphy served his country in the World War in the naval aviation branch of the service.  He was a member of St. Paul's church and the Holy Name Society of that church. Besides his wife, Nellie Finster Murphy, he is survived by his mother, Mrs. Mary Murphy and three sisters, Miss Catherine Murphy and Mrs. E.J. Thomas of this city and Mrs. F.E. Boyce of Manchester, New Hampshire.  Funeral services will be held Saturday morning at 9 o'clock from the George J. Devine Funeral Home and at 9:30 from St. Paul's church where the pastor, Rev. Father Charles M. Coveney will officiate. Burial will be made in the family plot at St. Paul's cemetery [Norwich, NY].

Mary O'Donnell Murphy

Died April 1, 1943, Norwich, NY

Mrs. Mary O'Donnell Murphy, 82, died suddenly about 11:30 Saturday morning at her home, 65 Rexford street [Norwich, Chenango Co NY].  In ill health for a long time she had shown improvement of late. The end came suddenly and is a shock to the members of her family and a wide circle of friends.  Mrs. Murphy was born Dec. 13, 1860 on Guernsey street in this city, the daughter of Kathryn Marlarkey O'Donnell and Martin O'Donnell. She was untied in marriage in January, 1884, to Edward Murphy, who died in 1903.  The deceased had been almost a life long resident of Norwich with the exception of nine years in Preston. She had been a resident of Rexford street for the past 45 years.  Mrs. Murphy was a member of St. Paul's church, the Rosary Society and the League of Sacred Heart of that church. She was devoted to church and family, and her kindly and neighborly nature endeared her to many friends who will regret her passing.  Her fine sense of humor together with conversation ability earned her the friendship of many who will long remember her for her many fine qualities of womanhood.  There survive three daughters, Mrs. E.J. Thomas and Miss Kathryn Murphy of this city and Mrs. F.E. Boyce of Manchester, N.H.  She also leaves a sister, Miss Ella O'Donnell of Binghamton, two grandsons, one granddaughter and several nephews and nieces  Services are to be held at the Robert J. Fahy Funeral home on North Broad street at 9:10 Tuesday morning and at 9:30 in St. Paul's church, where a high mass of requiem will be celebrated.  Burial will be in St. Paul's cemetery [Norwich, NY].

Death Notices

Chenango American, October 17, 1861

In this town [Greene, Chenango Co., NY], on the 12th inst., Eunice [Johnson], youngest daughter of Ebenezer Johnson, in the 11th year of her age.

In Smithville [Chenango Co., NY], on the 8th inst., Lucy Ann [Edgerton], wife of Mr. James S. Edgerton, aged 51 years.

In Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], on the 14th inst., Hannah [Chapin], wife of Israel Chapin, aged 6 years.

At North Stonington, Ct., on the 7th inst., of cholera infantum, Annie Lora [Berry], only child of B. Gage and Ada Wheeler Berry, of Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], aged 18 months.

In Burkesville, Cumberland Co., Ky., Sept. 19th, of fever, Mr. George P. Bixby, aged 25 years, Principal of Burkesville College, and son of Samuel Bixby, of Bainbridge.

In Unadilla [Otsego Co., NY], on the 4th inst., Helen [Buck], daughter of Nobel and Sarah Ann Buck, of Afton, aged 22 years.