Vital Records, Otsego County, NY (1871 & 1879)

 Morris Chronicle, Morris, NY October 18, 1871

Deaths

In Otego [Otsego Co. NY] Monday, Oct. 2d, George T. Northup aged 87 years, formerly  a resident of this town, and previously one of the early settlers of what is now the town of Otego, having emigrated thither from Rhode Island in the year 1801 with his father's family, which settled by the bank of the river nearly opposite of the present village of Otego on the farm now owned by Mr. Randall.  The wagon in which their household goods were brought being the first wheeled vehicle that had passed as far down the road that had been cut in the wilderness on that side of the river at that time. The family of Robert Rathbun emigrated at the same time to the same neighborhood.

In Toledo O. Oct. 5th, Edwin Jackson in his 54 year, of apoplexy.  Mr. Jackson will be remembered by many of our old citizens, as a resident here some 30 years since.  He was then a clerk for A.C. Moore, who then was one of our leading merchants.  From this place he went to Cooperstown in the employ of H.&E. Phinney, and on the destruction of that concern by fire, in 1846, went with H.F. & E. Phinney, Jr. to Buffalo where he was for several years a partner in the publishing house of Phinney & Co. and afterwards of Derby & Jackson, Publisher, New York.  For a few years past he has resided in Toledo, O. where he continued the book business several years and more recently was agent for an Insurance Co. there.  He was the son of the late Dea. Uri Jackson of Morris [Otsego Co. NY], his native place.  A widow and three sons survive him.

Capt. Samuel Moulton died on Saturday, Oct. 7th, aged 56 years. The evening previous to his death he was about town in good health.  About 11 o'clock on Friday night, Jacob Wilber heard someone groaning.  Procuring a light and assistance, he proceeded in the direction where the groans were heard and found the Captain lying near the wall by the brook between the Stone bridge and George Lillie's store.  He appeared to be insensible. they removed him to the alley between Smith's jewelry store and Cone's boot and shoe store, under cover.  they examined him but found no limbs broken and thought he would soon recover and be able to walk home. They consequently left him in the alley and retired.  His cries were heard during the night by a lady in the employment of Maj. Gilbert, who gave no alarm.  He remained in the alley until daylight when people on the walk above were attracted by his groans and came to his relief.  Dr. Wicks was immediately called and thought he could live but a short time.  He was removed to the residence of his brother-in-law, Mr. John Green, where he expired in about two hours.  He was buried on Monday, 9th inst. with military honors by order of Maj. Gilbert.  His funeral was largely attended.  Maj. C.P. Root took charge of the funeral obsequies which were conducted in a very appropriate manner.  Music by the Butternuts Martial and Brass Bands.

William Wallin left home about ten days ago.  He said he was going to the State Fair at Albany.  He was seen in Otego after leaving home.  No more was heard from him until an account was seen in an Albany paper of a man being found on the railroad track near Albany in a dying condition.  From the description given the friends of Mr. Wallin believed it to be him.  John Frone and Mr. Wallin's son started for Albany in pursuit of his body which they found and return to Butternuts [Otsego Co. NY] and buried in Brookside Cemetery, Oct. 13th.  Mr. Wallin had been subject to fits for several years which was supposed to be the cause of his death.

Thomas Clarke an old and respected inhabitant of Cooperstown [Otsego Co. NY] died the death of a Christian on the 7th inst.  He had been a resident there some thirty years and was loved and respected by all who knew him.  He leaves an example which it is hoped may yet influence the young now entering on active life.

John Brown a former Sheriff of this county, died recently at his home near New York, from nab injury received a short time previously in falling from his carriage while traveling in Canada.  His brother, Elijah Brown, brought his remains to Milford [Otsego Co. NY] for burial on Wednesday Oct. 11th.

Mrs. Eliza A Dodge, a widow lady who resides with her daughter, Mrs. E. A. Moore on Mitchell Street, Norwich [Chenango Co. NY] and worked in the millinery shop of Miss Babcock, on North Main Street, died very suddenly on Monday afternoon, 9th inst.  She was sewing in Miss Babcock's shop and was in apparently excellent health, laughing and talking with the other inmates of the shop, when shortly after two o'clock in the afternoon, she fell from her chair and expired in a few moments.  Dr. Avery was summoend, but found on his arrival that she was past all medical aid.  He informs us that she died of apoplexy. Chenango Union

Morris Chronicle, Morris, NY, July 9, 1879

Marriage

MORGAN - FOX:  In Laurens [Otsego Co. NY] June 20th, by Rev. G.A. Beebe, Cortz L. Morgan of Masonville [Delaware Co. NY] and Mary E. Fox of Morris [Otsego Co. NY].

Deaths

WING:  In Oneonta [Otsego Co. NY] on the Lord's Day June 20, Rev. Amos Wing aged 82 years.

PEET:  In Oneonta June 20th, at the residence of Delos Brightman, Hannah Peet aged 82 years.

GARDNER:  In Burlington [Otsego Co. NY] June 11th, Colonel David Gardner at the age of 76 years, 6 months and 28 days.

News Item

Thomas A. Dye came to South New Berlin [Chenango Co. NY] and established the undertaking business in April 1846 and in the 33 years, ending April 1st. 1879, 960 persons were conveyed by him to their silent resting places.  the first burial was Mrs. Lucretia Davis mother-in-law of Harry Bagg.  One person lived to be 104 years of age, Josiah Stedman of Guilford [Chenango Co. NY], who died February 1st, 1856. Ten came to their death by drowning, four by cutting the throat, three by hanging and one by poison. The greatest mortality is shown to have been in the year 1862, eleven were buried in the month of April that year, 63 during the year.  Mr. Dye has kept a correct record of the names and ages of the deceased and other information which friends can refer to at any time.

Vital Records, Otsego County, NY, (1860)

 Oneonta Herald, Oneonta, NY, April 11, 1860

Deaths

In this village [Oneonta, Otsego Co. NY] on the morning of the 10th inst., Howard Huntington oldest son of Solon Huntington, Esq., aged 16 years.

In this village [Oneonta, Otsego Co. NY] on the 2d inst. Cora L. [Hudson] youngest daughter of J.P. and H.O. Hudson aged 7 months and 6 days.

Oneonta Herald, Oneonta, NY, April 18, 1860

Deaths

In Davenport [Delaware Co. NY] on the 12th inst. Eleaner [Maguire] wife of Bartholomew Maguire, aged 77 years.

In Laurens [Otsego Co. NY] on the 10th inst. Samuel V. Dunham aged 74 years.

In West Davenport [Delaware Co. NY] on the 7th inst. Abraham Butts aged 64 years.

In Coventry, Chenango Co. [NY] on Tuesday the 3d inst., a little girl of Mr. Thomas Graves, aged one year and a half was scalded to death.  Her mother having occasion to use a dipper of hot water, placed it on a table and went to an adjoining room.  While there, the little girl entered the room, took hold of the dipper, pouring the whole of the contents upon her, which scalded her terribly.  She suffered amid excruciating pain until the next day, in the afternoon, when death came to her relief.

Oneonta Herald, Oneonta, NY, April 25, 1860

Marriages

In Otego [Otsego Co. NY] on the 18th inst. by Rev. E.C.  Hodge, Mr. William W. Martin and Miss Caroline Pope both of Otego.

In Unadilla [Otsego Co. NY] on the 8th inst. by Rev. S.S. Goodman, Mr. Meltheard W. Crounse to Miss Martha Burch, both of Unadilla.

In Edmeston Centre [Otsego Co. NY] on the 15th inst. by William Burnside, Mr. Leonard B Cole of Guilford [Chenango Co. NY] to Miss Diana Herrington of Pittsfield [Chenango Co. NY].

Deaths

At Cobleskill [Schoharie Co. NY] on the 19th inst. Jane [Ferguson] daughter of German and Catharine Ferguson and sister of Alonzo Ferguson of this village [Oneonta, Otsego Co. NY] aged 28 years.

At his residence in Unadilla [Otsego Co. NY] April 10th, Jedediah Johnson aged 75 years.

In Burlington [Otsego Co. NY] on the 14th inst. Mrs. Harriet Herrington wife of G. Herrington, aged 70 years.

Oneonta Herald, Oneonta, NY, May 2, 1860

Marriage

In this town [Oneonta, Otsego Co. NY] on the 30th ult. by the Rev. John Smith Jr., Mr. Charles J. Blanchard of Sidney [Delaware Co. NY] to Miss Electa Green of Otego [Otsego Co. NY].

Deaths

In Burlington [Otsego Co. NY] on the 19th ult. John R. Potter son of Alfred and Eleanor Potter, aged 19 years.  Funeral services were held on the 21st at the Christian Chappel in Hartwick, sermon by Eld. Austin Damon.

In Oneonta [Otsego Co. NY] March 30th Richard Clark aged 63 years 10 months and 25 days.

Oneonta Herald, Oneonta, NY, May 9, 1860

Marriages

At New Lisbon [Otsego Co. NY] on the 29th ult. by Homer C. Buck, Esq. Mr. David Rouse of Laurens [Otsego Co. NY] to Miss Miranda Goodspeed of Pittsfield [Otsego Co. NY].

At the residence of Rev. E.C. Hodge on the 6th inst. by the same, Mr. Lorenzo Lent to Mrs. Catharine Gates both of Otego [Otsego Co. NY].

Oneonta Herald, Oneonta, NY, May 16, 1860

Marriage

In Oneonta [Otsego Co. NY] on the 14th inst. by Rev. J. Smith, Jr., Mr. Platt Reed of Otego [Otsego Co. NY] to Miss Samantha Orr of Oneonta.

Oneonta Herald, Oneonta, NY, May 23, 1860

Deaths

In this village [Oneonta, Otsego Co. NY] on Friday the 13th inst., Hulda A. McCraney aged 17 years 2 months and 20 days.

We understand that Henry Franklin and William T. Woodvine convicted of arson at the December term of the Court of Sessions in 1858, and both sentenced to the State Prison for seven years, have recently died.  The former was convicted of the burning the barn of Thomas Middlemast of this town [Delhi, Delaware Co. NY] and the latter for burning a grist mill in Harpersfield [Delaware Co. NY] Delaware Gazette

Oneonta Herald, Oneonta, NY, May 30, 1860

Death

In Franklin [Delaware Co. NY] on the 15th inst. Deacon Ira McCall in the 91st year of his age.

the deceased had lived past the allotted age of man and his life carries us back beyond the period of our national history and was one of the connecting links between the past and present.  He was born in Lebanon, Conn., and immigrated and settled in Franklin in 1790. At that time there was but four or five families in what is now three or four towns, which was then comprised in one.  It was a dense howling wilderness and the only way of travelling was by marked trees.  We at present have no perception of the privations and hardships which the early settlers had to endure.  In the settlement and establishment of society, he was called upon to take a leading part.  He brought with him those virtues and rigid principles of right, which are the only enduring basis of society.  He is the last survivor of the early settlers, and they have left the impress of their character behind them.  He reared a family of twelve children, eight of whom survive.  He was called to suffer much; twenty years since had to suffer the amputation of a limb to save his life.  He was ever foremost in the promotion of whatever was for the good of society, having taken a leading part in the religious and moral movements of society to which he lived until age and infirmities compelled him to retire.  The malignant disease which terminated his life was borne with Christian fortitude and resignation.  He was never heard to murmur or complain.  In considering his character, its distinguishing characteristics will ever be remembered by his friends.  He might seem slow in the formation of opinion, but when once formed it was pursued without deviation or shadow of turning.  He was kind as a parent, wise as a counsellor, faithful as a friend, benevolent and liberal as a citizen.  In all of his business relations through a long life he was never reproached for want of honesty and integrity as a religious man, his life was worthy of imitation. Strict in the observance of all requirements, he was constant in his attendance at public worship, and it made no difference whether sunshine or storm, he was almost always there.  Although his death has been expected for some time, yet we shall mis his familiar form and pleasant greeting.  One by one our fathers are passing away and if we live to a hundred years yet is our strength labor and sorrow.  Let us emulate their virtues and strive to be wiser and better.

News Item

Notice:  Whereas my wife Amanda Maria [Stickle] has left my bed and board and the confines of her household without any good reason or cause or complaint, I therefore warn all persons not to trust or harbor her on my account, or otherwise as I shall hold them to a strict [penalty].  William Strickle Otego [Otsego Co. NY] May 25th, 1860.

Vital Records, Chenango (1840) & Broome (1846) Counties, NY

 Chenango Telegraph, Norwich, NY, December 1, 1840

Marriage

In this village [Norwich, Chenango Co. NY] on the evening of the 29th inst., by the Rev. L.A. Barrows, Col. Roswell Curtiss to Miss Polly M. Hale all of Norwich.

Death

In this village [Norwich, Chenango Co. NY] on Thursday evening, the 19th ult. of apoplexy, Micah Gross, Jr. aged 32 yrs.

Chenango Telegraph, Norwich, NY, December 8, 1840

Deaths

In Brockport, Monroe County, N.Y on the 27th alt. Mrs. Caroline R. [Brewster] wife of Mr. F.W. Brewster, aged 32 years.  For months past, she had been in declining health, which led her friends to fear that at no very distant day they should be deprived of her very interesting society, and her husband and two interesting daughters, of an excellent wife and mother.  but a hemorrhage of the lungs, that commenced seven days before her death, hastened on the parting hour.  She was of that class of wives and mothers whose price is above rubies.  She was an exemplary Christian and those who surrounded her dying couch witnessed the covenant faithfulness of an unchanging God who has promised never to forsake those who put their trust in Him.  And from her calm and affectionate exhortation to her husband and friends to take Jesus Christ for their portion and the confidence with which she committed her little daughters to her dear Savior jut as she was departing to her eternal rest, led them to believe of a truth "that blessed are the dead who died in the Lord."  La Roy Gazette Mrs. Brewster was a sister of Mrs. T. Milner, of this village [Norwich, Chenango Co. NY] and spent the year 1830 in this place.  She was much endeared to that part of community with whom she was acquainted.

In this town [Norwich, Chenango Co. NY] on Monday the 23d ult. Mr. Parker P. Phillips aged 67 years.

In this town [Norwich, Chenango Co NY] on Monday Nov. 30th, of scarlet fever, William Waterman [Cahoes] son of Mr. Charles Cahoes, aged 4 years and 6 months.

Chenango Telegraph, Norwich, NY, December 16, 1840

Deaths

In Edmeston, Otsego Co. [NY] on the 5th inst.  Mr. Gideon DeForest in the 76 year of his age.  He was born at Stratford, Conn., in 1765 and was one of the band of four brothers, all Revolutionary soldiers and pensioners, who met five years since at the house of Henry DeForest in this village, after a lapse of half a century, in all which time they had not been together  He enjoyed through life the reputation of an honest man and exemplary citizen.  Thus, one by one are the relics of the Revolution passing away, and the grave will soon close upon the last of the noble race of men to whose heroic sacrifices and sufferings we are indebted for the rich but too lightly prized, blessings of liberty, which we now enjoy.

In South New Berlin [Chenango Co. NY] of consumption on the 4th inst. Dexter Smith aged 65 years.

In Norwich [Chenango Co. NY] on the 7th inst. Mrs. Emeline [Monroe] wife of John Monroe, Jr., aged 24 years.

Chenango Telegraph, Norwich, NY, December 23, 1840

Marriage

In Chatham, Conn. on the 2d instant, by Rev. S.M. Emery, Mr. Lucius Smith merchant of New York and Miss Elizabeth P. [Churchill] daughter of the late Capt. David Churchill of Chatham.

Chenango Telegraph, Norwich, NY, December 30, 1840

Marriage

In this town [Norwich, Chenango Co. NY] on Tuesday the 22d inst. by Elder Howard, Mr. William D. Gilbert, merchant of Guilford [Chenango Co. NY] to Miss Mary P. [Packer] daughter of Mr. James Packer, of the former place. Cake in profusion accompanied the above notice.

Binghamton Courier, Binghamton, NY, January 7, 1846

Marriages

In Binghamton, Sunday Jan. 4th, by Rev. C. Darby, Mr. Justus C. Hubbard of Owego [Tioga Co. NY], to Miss Cornelia M. Furman.

At Great Bend, Pa., on new Year's Evening, by the Rev. James B. McCreary, Mr. George W. Dyer merchant of Corning, N.Y. [Steuben Co.] to Miss Olive S. [McKinney] daughter of John McKinney, Esq. of the former place.

Binghamton Courier, Binghamton, NY, January 14, 1846

Marriage

In this village [Binghamton, Broome Co. NY] Jan. 1, by Rev. D.D. Gregory, Edmund G. Mosker to Electa W. Austin both of Silver Lake [Wyoming Co. NY].

Death

In Eaton, Madison County, New York on Saturday the 10th of January Mrs. Beulah Orton relict of the late Thomas Orton, Esqr of Hamilton [Madison Co. NY] and mother of the editor of this paper, aged 69 years.  As a mother, she will ever be held in the most grateful remembrance by her children.  As a woman, her life and virtues will continue to be pointed out as patterns for her se in the community where she was known, and as a Christian, her piety and strong faith in the Redeemer, we believe, have opened before her the portals of Heaven and given her a home in the bosom of God.

Binghamton Courier, Binghamton, NY, January 21, 1846

Deaths

In Troy, N.Y. [Rensselaer Co.] on the 13th inst. after a short illness, Aloa [Mather] wife of John C Mather, aged 31 years 8 months and 16 days.

the deceased was an amiable and benevolent woman, an affectionate wife, a kind and devoted mother and a faithful and pious Christian.  While her family and friends grieve her irreparable loss and early departure, they cannot but be consoled in the happy reflection that she is already reaping the joyous fruits of an interest in the atoning blood of her gracious Redeemer.

At Lenox Mass. on Sunday the 4th inst., Rev. Samuel Shepherd D.D. Pastor of the Congregational Church in that town, aged 73 years.  Dr. Shepherd was ordained Pastor of that church April 30th, 1795.  On the 30th day of April last he preached his fiftieth anniversary sermon.  He was a man of eminent talents, piety and usefulness.

News Item

Information Wanted:  Mr. John Buggy a native of Kelkenny, Cassel Corner, Ireland, came to America about eighteen years ago and has not been heard of by his friends since.  It was rumored that he was residing in Broome County, York State, some seventeen miles from Binghamton and if so, it is hoped this notice may find him.

Any information respecting the said John Buggy will be thankfully received by his aged and afflicted mother, Mrs. Margaret Buggy who now resides with her son-in-law near Wilkesbarre [PA], to whom communications can be addressed.  Patrick Stapleton, Wilkesbarre, Dec. 31, 1845.

Binghamton Courier, Binghamton, NY January 28, 1846

Marriages

In Bridgewater Pa., Jan. 14, by Rev. William M. DeLong, Mr. Stephen Bullock of Smithfield, Bradford Co. [Pa.] to Miss Lodemi B Lane of the former place.

In Chenango [Broome Co. NY] on the 21st inst. by the same, Mr. Jonas Prentiss to Miss Betsey Ann Hinckley all of that town.

Death

Frederick Wolbeter of Middletown [Delaware Co. NY] aged about forty years, was found dead in a field some distance from his house on the morning of the 6th inst.  He had been to the river taking out lumber the day before and drank considerable, which sometimes produced fits.  It is supposed that on his way home through the fields he was attacked with a fit and the night being cold, death ensued.  Delaware Gazette

Vital Records, Madison County, NY (1819 & 1873)

 The Pilot, Cazenovia, NY, April 14, 1819

Death

At St. Croix, where she had gone, accompanied by her husband, for the benefit of her health, Mrs.. Mary Yates, aged 35, the amiable consort of the honorable John B. Yates of Sullivan, Madison County [NY].

The Pilot, Cazenovia, NY, May 26, 1819

Marriages

At Schaghticoke, Rensselaer County [NY] on the 17th inst. by the Rev. Mr. Butler, Charles Stebbins, Esq. of this village [Cazenovia, Madison Co. NY] to Miss Eunice Masters daughter of the Hon. Josiah Masters, of the former place.

On the 19th of March last, Mr. James Knox rto Miss Ruth Chandler both of this village [Cazenovia, Madison Co. NY].

On the 23d inst. by Elder Arnold, Mr. Milo Hough of Manlius [Onondaga Co. NY] to Miss Sally Lockwood of this village.

Same day, by William Whipple, Esq. Mr. Joseph Lockwood to Miss Dolly Cadwell.

The Pilot, Cazenovia, NY, June 2, 1819

Death

In this town [Cazenovia, Madison Co. NY] on Friday last, Mrs. Elenah Remington in the 67th year of her age.

The Pilot, Cazenovia, NY, June 30, 1819

News Item

Notice:  Ran away from the subscriber on Thursday last George Robertson aged 17, an indented apprentice to the Hatting business.  All persons are forbid harboring or trusting said boy after this date, under the penalties of the law.  John Brevoort.  Dated, Feb. 26, 1819.

Democratic Union, Oneida, NY, January 23, 1873

Marriages

PAUL - MURGITTROYD:  In Baldwinsville, N.Y. [Onondaga Co.], Jan. 16, at the residence of the bride's sister, by the Rev. Mr. Tallman, Mr. Stephen Paul of Baldwinsville and Miss Maria Murgittroyd of Oneida Castle [Oneida Co. NY].

NASH - BROWNELL:  In Earlville [Madison Co. NY] Jan. 14, at the residence of the bride's parents by Rev. J.O. Gifford, Mr. Curtis D. Nash and Miss Jennie Brownell both of Earlville.

WEAR - DOBB:  Jan. 9 by Rev. A. Cocran, Mr. Richard Wear and Miss Helena Dobb all of Oneida Castle [Oneida Co. NY]

DOW - RANDALL:  In Oneida [Madison Co. NY] Jan. 8, by the Rev. Samuel Jessup, Mr. Everett D. Dow of New York, and Miss Lurettie M. Randall of Oneida.

SMITH - PANGBON:  In Nelson [Madison Co. NY] Jan. 19, by Rev. W.L. York, Edward S. Smith of Nelson and Vernie D. Pangbon of Frewsburg [Chautauqua Co. NY].

BREWSTER - ADAMS:  In Fenner at the residence of George A Adams, by Rev. Dr. Smith, William G. Brewster of Cazenovia [Madison Co. NY] and Florence E. Adams of Fenner [Madison Co. NY].

COY - SMITH:  In North Pitcher [Chenango Co. NY] Dec. 31, by Rev. A.C. Smith, Mr. George Coy and Miss Mary Smith both of North Pitcher.

REYNOLDS - RICHMAN:  In Pierceville [Madison co. NY], Jan. 5, by Rev. Judson Davis, Mr. Niles Reynolds and Miss Maggie Richmond both of South Otselic [Chenango Co. NY].

WILLIAMS - JOHNSON:  In Peterboro [Madison Co. NY], Jan. 7 by Rev. S.S. Bidwell, Mr. Charles Williams of Morris, Otsego County [NY] and Miss Mary A. Johnson of Peterboro.

EASTMAN - McCALE:  In Morrisville [Madison Co. NY] Jan. 7 by Rev. S.S. Bidwell, Mr. Neil Eastman, Jr. and Mrs. Mary J McCale both of Smithfield [Madison Co. NY].

BONNEY - BENEDICT:  In Lebanon [Madison Co. NY], Jan. 8, by Rev. E.D. Reed, Mr. Loren E. Bonney of Georgetown [Madison Co. NY] and Miss Julia S. Benedict of Lebanon.

OSGOOD - WICKWIRE:  In West Eaton [Madison Co. NY] Jan. 8 by Rev. O. Taymor, Mr. Lucian H. Osgood and Miss M. Matilda Wickwire both of Rose, Wayne Co. [NY].

SENN - EDEL:  In Rome [Oneida Co. NY] Dec. 24, by Rev. A. Schlenck, Mr. George Senn of Vernona [Oneida Co. NY] and Miss Mary Edel of Rome.

PUDLEY - CARPENTER:  In New Berlin [Chenango Co. NY] Jan. 5, by Rev.J.S. Wood, Mr. Nathan A. Pudley of North Norwich [Chenango Co. NY] and Miss Sarah E. Carpenter of Sherburne [Chenango Co. NY]

JEWETT - CLARK:  At the residence of the bride's father in Chesterfield Co. Va., Dec. 24, by the Rev. James Bailey, Charles H. Jewett of Sangerfield [Oneida Co. NY] and Welthea E.Clark of the former place.

CLARK - HOPKINS:  In Eaton [Madison Co. NY] Jan. 21 by Rev. Judson Davis, Mr. Silas S. Clark and Miss Lovina J Hopkins youngest daughter of Alonzo Hopkins, both of Eaton.

BRIGHAM - BROCKETT:  In Madison [Madison Co. NY] Jan. 15 at the residence of the bride's foster parents, Mr. and Mrs. David Z. Brockett, by the Rev. George W. Barnes, Mr. Arthur L. Brigham and Miss Minnie E Brockett, all of Madison.

Madison, Madison Co. NY:  On Wednesday evening of last week, the many friends of Mr. and Mrs. David Z. Brockett assembled at their residence by invitation to witness the marriage ceremony of their adopted daughter Minnie which proved to be a very agreeable entertainment to all who had the good fortune to be present, especially so by those who were more specially interested. After partaking of refreshments and receiving the congratulations of their many friends, the bride and groom (Arther L Brigham) withdrew for the purpose of taking the train, conveying them east on their bridal tour.

Higginsville, Oneida Co. NY:  We perceive by the wedding cards lying before us, Elverton C. Stark of the firm of Barnes, Stark & Munroe, bankers, has lately become a benedict. We sincerely congratulate him and his lovely bride upon the happy event and wish them a long life of happiness and prosperity.  Fortunate in business operations, we feel confident he is no less so now in this last life-partnership that he has forward.  Although reluctant at having the ties of bachelorhood sundered between us, yet we feel more resigned, knowing that what is our loss is his gain.

Silver Wedding:  The friends of Mr. and Mrs. H.C. Loomis of Madison [Madison Co. NY] met at their house on the evening of the 13th, to express to them their congratulations upon the twenty-fifth anniversary of their marriage. The evening was spent in pleasant social interchange until 9 o'clock, when the parties standing, were addressed by Rev. G.W. Barnes in appropriate remarks and Christian counsel, followed by prayer.  After this, a large and varied supply of refreshments were passed and cheerfully discussed.  Mrs. L. has been an invalid for several years and none looked for her recovery.  Yet by a strange providence she is spared to this anniversary. A number of valuable presents expressed kindly regards on the part of friends.

Deaths

GRIFFITH:  In Nelson [Madison Co. NY] Jan. 9, Humphrey H. Griffith aged 47 years.

MILLER:  In Cazenovia [Madison Co. NY] Nov. 17, of consumption, Calista B. Fredericks [Miller] wife of Charles B. Miller, of Cazenovia.

CATLIN:  In Clinton [Clinton Co. NY] Jan. 4, Harriet Catlin aged 71 years.

SIMMONS:  In Washington, Iowa, Dec. 31, Mrs. Julia T. Simmons wife of Isaac Simmons, formerly of Hamilton [Madison Co. NY] aged 56 years.

BALDOCK:  In Troy [Rensselaer Co. NY] Jan. 10, Miss Anna E. Baldock formerly of Waterville [Oneida Co. NY].

HALL:  In Sherburne [Chenango Co. NY] Jan. 6, Mrs. Lydia Hall aged 64 years.

DART:  In Sherburne [Chenango Co. NY] Jan. 4, Mr Robert Dart aged 74 years.

NILES:  In Lebanon [Madison Co. NY] Jan. 19, after less than one week's illness, Mrs. Chloe C. [Niles] wife of Luther C. Niles and mother of A.H. Niles of Oneida [Madison Co. NY] aged 71 years.  She has left a spotless record.

DEAN:  In Cazenovia [Madison Co. NY] Jan. 13, Dea. Isaiah Dean in the 76th year of his age.

McDERMOTT:  Killed by the Cars:  We learn that a young man by the name of John McDermott who was a resident of Verona [Oneida Co. NY] was knocked by a bridge from a Midland train, near Norwich [Chenango Co. NY] on Monday night last.  He did not seem to be missed from the train but was picked up by the employees of another train shortly after.

Vital Records, Otsego County, NY (1866 & 1879)

 Unadilla Times, Unadilla, NY, June 28, 1866

Marriage

In Unadilla [Otsego Co. NY], Sept. 27, 1866, by Rev. H.O. Halstead, H.E. Merriman and Mary A. Cutler all of Unadilla.

Oneonta Herald and Democrat, Oneonta, NY, June 20, 1879

Deaths

At North Franklin [Delaware Co. NY] June 4, Robert Valentine aged 43 years.

In Oneonta [Otsego Co. NY] June 12, Carlton Emmons aged 75 years.

In Stamford [Delaware Co. NY] June 15, of consumption, Rev. Joseph Robinson, A.M. aged 36 years.

In North Harpersfield [Delaware Co. NY] June 14, Losco Titus aged 68 years.

In Delhi [Delaware Co. NY] June 16, Lizzie A. McCullough wife of James Boyd, aged 29 years.

In Oneonta [Otsego Co. NY] June 7, Emeline [Patchin] aged about 40 years.

In Butternut Grove, Delhi [Delaware Co. NY] June 8, David Horton aged 82 years.

In Walton [Delaware Co. NY] June 11, Mrs. Eliza Wakeman aged 66 years.

In Walton [Delaware Co. NY] June 14, Abigal [Webb] relict of James Webb aged 88 years.

In Unadilla [Otsego Co. NY] June 12, Mrs. Stephen Palmer aged 79 years.

In Sand Hill, Unadilla [Otsego Co. NY] June 15, Ella A. Hawks aged 15 years.

Freeman's Journal, Cooperstown, NY, July 17, 1879

Deaths

In Springfield [Otsego Co. NY] June 4th, Mary [Walker] widow fo the late John Walker, in the 89th year of her age.

In Cherry Valley [Otsego Co. NY] July 8th, George Scott aged 87 years.

In Unadilla [Otsego Co. NY] July 7th, Mrs. Sophia Bristol aged 62 years.

In Cherry Valley [Otsego Co. NY] June 30th 1879, Stephen M. Sherman in the 73d year of his age.

In Roseboom [Otsego Co. NY] July 6th, Hannah Yendley in the 84th year of her age.

In Middlefield, July 12th, B. Gifford [Hunter] son of S.W. and Kate W. Hunter, aged 1 year 3 mos. and 13 days.

In Westford [Otsego Co. NY], July 6th, Nicholas Hanker aged 42 years.  He enlisted in Co. G 121st Regt N.Y. Vols in August 1862.  By the middle of September, he was on the battle fields of South Mountain and Antietam.  From that time till the close of the war he marched under the banner of that glorious regiment and upon his heart was engraved the history of all its hardships, its battles and its triumphs.

Clintonville, Clinton Co. NY:  Two of the sick mentioned before have died, Charles and Abby Bradley.  Mr. George Clinton had the diptheria severely but is about again.  The same is true of Miss Edna Bradley. There seems to be no indications of any further spread of the disease.  Prompt action was taken by the inhabitants to look after such places as have a tendency to cause its spread.  No new cases reported since the 3d inst.

Vital Records, Chenango County, NY (1825, 1879, 1880)

 Oxford Gazette, Oxford, NY, January 19, 1825

Marriage

In Smithville [Chenango Co. NY] on Thursday last, by William Knowlton, Esq. Mr. Lewis Johnson to Miss Prudy Clinton both of the former place.

Oxford Gazette, Oxford, NY April 13, 1825

Marriage

In Cooperstown [Otsego Co. NY] the Hon. Samuel Nelson to Miss Catharine Ann Russel.

Oxford Gazette, Oxford, NY, April 20, 1825

Marriages

In Preston [Chenango Co. NY] on Sunday evening last, by the Rev. Mr. Bush, Mr. P.C. Cary of this village [Oxford, Chenango Co. NY] to Miss Rowena Osgood of the former place.

In Smithville [Chenango Co. NY] on Monday morning last, Mr. Myron Cowles to Miss Margaret Towsly.

Oxford Gazette, Oxford, NY, April 27, 1825

Death

At Colesville in Broome County [NY] on the 15th inst. Robert Harper esq aged ninety-five years.

Oxford Times, Oxford, NY, May 19, 1880

Marriage

PRATT - STEARNS:  On Thursday evening of the Free Methodist General Quarterly Meeting, at Smyrna [Chenango Co. NY] May 13-16 by Chairman Moses N. Dunning of Rome, Mr. O.A. Pratt of Smithville [Chenango Co. NY] and Miss Emily G. Stearns of Plymouth [Chenango Co. NY].

Deaths

BREWER:  In Preston [Chenango Co. NY] May 6th, Mary L. [Brewer] wife of Byron Brewer, aged 20 years.

WIGHTMAN:  In Preston [Chenango Co. NY] May 9th, Rovilla M. [Wightman] wife of Tracy Wightman, aged 38 years.

ROGERS:  In McDonough [Chenango Co. NY] May 4th, Mrs. Celinda Rogers widow of the late Sanford P. Rogers, of Preston [Chenango Co. NY] aged 65 years.

TERWILLIGER:  In Greene [Chenango Co. NY] May 10th, Elizabeth [Terwilliger] wife of David Terwilliger, aged 55 years.

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SINCLAIR:  In Norwich [Chenango Co. NY] May 10th Sarah M. [Sinclair] wife of James H. Sinclair, aged 55 years.

Sarah M., wife of James H. Sinclair, local editor of the Chenango Union, died in Norwich on the 10th inst. after a lingering illness.  Deceased was born in Cortland [Cortland Co. NY], Aug. 15th, 1824, and after her marriage with Mr. Sinclair, they came to Oxford in 1847.  A change of business relations compelled them to remove to Norwich that year, where they have since resided.  the Telegraph says:

Mrs. Sinclair was a most estimable woman, a devoted, loving wife, kind and indulgent mother, and a warm-hearted friend and neighbor.  By her rare virtues and womanly qualities, she attracted a large circle of friends, who always found pleasant companionship in her society. at the time of her death, she was not connected with any religious denomination, but her blameless life, true Christian character and unceasing good works, gave evidence that the early profession was not forgotten, but cherished with a faith that it would be well with her.

Chenango American, Greene, NY, February 5, 1880

Marriages

In McDonough [Chenango Co. NY] Jan. 1st by Rev. Charles Steere, Mr. Charles E. Webb to Miss Mary A. Nightingale all of McDonough.

In Upper Lisle [Broome Co. NY] Jan. 20th, by Rev. R.O. Williams, Jan. 20th, Mr. Delbert D. Hill of German [Chenango Co. NY] to Miss Lillie O. Clough of Triangle [Broome Co. NY].

At the bride's parents, Jan. 28th, by Rev. E.L. Bennett, Nelson Ireland of Norwich [Chenango Co. NY] to Miss Elizabeth H. Alcott of Guilford [Chenango Co. NY].

By Friend's ceremony at the house of Benjamin Knowles, in Smyrna [Chenango Co. NY] Jan. 22d, Emmet C. Strador, M.D. of Enfield, Tompkins Co. N.Y. and Alice G. Huntington of the former place.

Deaths

In Oxford [Chenango Co. NY] Jan. 21st, Maggie [Grady] daughter of Thomas Grady, aged 21 years.

At Wood's Corners [Chenango Co. NY] Jan. 21st Mrs. Clarissa Brown, widow of Joseph S. Brown, aged 92 years.

A special dispatch from Whitney's Point, to the Binghamton Republican dated Feb. 2d says:  As the passenger train going north was coming into the station this evening, two teams that had been drawing hay to R.S. Darrow's hay press near the depot, became frightened and started to run.

Ray Dillenbeck, who had charge of the first team, started in immediate pursuit of his team.  The other pair of horses, belonging to Wallace Baker, came up very rapidly behind him, striking him (Dillenbeck) fairly in the back.  He was thrown to the ground and either the horses' hoofs struck him, or the wheels  of the wagon passed over his head, inflicting a terrible scalp wound.  He expired in about five minutes.  The deceased was an intelligent, active young man and was highly respected.  He had lately been married.  The parents of the deceased man live in German, Chenango County [NY] where his wife is engaged teaching. The friends and relatives will arrive tomorrow to take charge of the remains.

INCLAIR:  In Norwich [Chenango Co. NY] May 10th Sarah M. [Sinclair] wife of James H Sinclair, aged 55 years.

Sherburne News, Sherburne, NY, May 10, 1879

Marriage

BRIGGS - CLEVELAND:  At the home of the bride's sister in Sherburne [Chenango Co. NY] on Wednesday evening, May 7th, by Rev. J.L. race, Mr. William P. Briggs to Miss Minnie E Cleveland, all of Smyrna [Chenango Co. NY].

Bainbridge Republican, Bainbridge, NY, June 12, 1879

Marriage

Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Juliand celebrated the twenty-fifth anniversary of their marriage on Friday last, and we learn that overall elegant presents were given them.

Deaths

DANIELS:  In Brooklyn, N.Y. June 9, 1879, George Fenno Daniels, formerly of Mt. Upton, N.Y. [Chenango Co.].

TOBY:  In Yaleville [Chenango Co. NY] May 1st, Mr. Martin Toby aged 67 years.

Vital Records, Delaware County, NY (1833)

 Delaware Gazette, Delhi, NY, May 1, 1833

Marriages

On Thursday, the 25th ult., by the rev. Mr. Orton, Mr. Alexander C. Erkson of Springfield, New Jersey, to Miss Caroline B. [Millard] eldest daughter of William Millard, Esq. of this town [Delhi, Delaware Co. NY].

In Davenport [Delaware Co. NY] on the 21st ult. by Elder Brownell, Mr. Nathan Bristol of Harpersfield [Delaware Co. NY] to Miss Cornelia Davis of the former place.

Deaths

On the 27th instant of the hip disease at his residence in this village [Delhi, Delaware Co. NY] Mr. James C. Leal, aged 26 years.

An event has seldom occurred in this community so universally and deeply regretted as this young man's death.  He was a native of this town and for the last three years a merchant in this village.  From the age of seventeen till he was twenty-three he resided in New York, where he qualified himself to conduct, with success, the extensive mercantile operations in which he was afterwards engaged.  He was a man of acknowledged native talents and to his accomplishments, as a merchant, he added an uncommon literary acquirement and a correct literary taste.

He was one of the few so rarely found who have sufficient independence on all subjects to think and act for themselves.  He was a man of probity and honor, with a remarkably generous heart and feelings peculiarly sensitive and delicate.  He zealously aided in every enterprise for the public good and his hand was ever open to the calls of charity.  During the whole course of his protracted illness, he was never heard to murmurs or repine.  But with exemplary firmness and Christian patience he suffered for a great portion of the three months in which he was confined, the most excruciating pain that human nature can endure.

His extensive circle of friends will deeply mourn his loss. They who knew him best esteemed him most. And the half-suppressed, involuntary inquiry seems to rise in every mind -- Why if the shaft must fall, could it not have been aimed at some other one?

Delaware Gazette, Delhi, NY, May 8, 1833

Marriages

In Hobart [Delaware Co. NY] on the 30th ult., by the Rev. Mr. Howard, Mr. William R. Ford of the city of Albany [Albany Co. NY] to Miss Caroline A. Grant of the former place.

In Stamford [Delaware Co. NY] on the 2d inst. by the Rev. Mr. Allanson, Mr. Abraham Silliman to Miss Lucinda Bush, all of Stamford.

In Kortright [Delaware Co. NY] on the 1st inst. by the Rev. John Bangs, Mr. David McLaughry to Miss Mariah Sexsmith.

News Item

Elopement

Whereas my wife Maria [McClaughry] and children, have left my bed and board, I do therefor forbid all persons harboring or trusting her on my account after this date.  William H. McClaughry Kortright [Delaware Co. NY] April 15,1833.

Delaware Gazette, Delhi, NY, May 15, 1833

One Cent Reward

Ranaway from the subscriber on the 12th of April last, an indented apprentice boy by the name of Robert Clancy aged about sixteen years.  This is to forbid all persons harboring or trusting said boy on my account.  Any person who will return said boy to the subscriber shall receive the above reward, but no charges paid.  Duncan McDonald Kortright [Delaware Co. NY] May 3, 1833.

Delaware Gazette, Delhi, NY, May 22, 1833

Marriages

In Cherry Valley [Otsego Co. NY] on the 6th inst. by the Rev. J.W. Paddock, Mr. Charles McLean editor of the Cherry Valley Gazette, to Miss Mary [Judd] daughter of Oliver Judd, Esq.

In Walton [Delaware Co. NY] on the 15th inst. by the Rev. Daniel Waterbury, the Rev. E.D. Willis of Morrisville, N.Y. [Madison Col.] to Miss Eliza [Townsend] daughter of William Townsend, Esq. of the former place.

Deaths

In Bovina [Delaware Co. NY] on the 14th inst., Mr. James Carman in the 81st year of his age.

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In Unadilla [Otsego Co. NY] on the 15th inst. Henry C. Noble, son of Curtis Noble in the 22d year of his age, after a short but severe illness of six days.

The sudden and unexpected death of this young man must be the cause of the severest anguish to his parents and relatives and cast a deep gloom over the whole circle of his acquaintance.  Few young men stood higher in the affections and esteem of those who knew him or whose earthly prospects were brighter.  He had just entered into business as a merchant, in connection with his father and uncle, Mr. Isaac Hayes, with certain prospects of rich return for his labor and capital.  In his manners and department he was affable and kind and in public spirit liberal.  He has left a void in the society wherein he moved that will not soon be filled, and the suddenness of his exit will make that void the more distinctly perceived.

Delaware Gazette, Delhi, NY, May 29, 1833

Marriages

In Roxbury [Delaware Co. NY] on Wednesday the 22d inst. by the Rev. Mr. Howe, Col. Ezekiel Preston to Miss Cornelia I. Smith daughter of Mr. David Smith, all of Roxbury.

In Hamden [Delaware Co. NY] on the 13th inst. by Richard M. Goodrich, Esq. Mr. Elbridge Phelps to Miss Delia Noles.

At the same place on the 15th inst. by the Rev. Charles Chapman, Mr. John G. Compton to Miss Charlotte Brant, all of Hamden.

At Sanford, Broome Co. [NY] on Thursday the 16th inst. by the Rev. Mr. Frederick, Mr.. James Aplingtion to Miss Sally Ann Anthony both of Sanford.

Deaths

In Harpersfield [Delaware Co. NY] on the 17th inst. very suddenly, Maria Turner wife of Mr. David Turner, aged 22 years.

At Kortright [Delaware Co. NY] on the 13th inst. Mrs. Allen consort of Mr. Robert Allen, aged 60 years.

On the 14th Mrs. Clara Burdick consort of Mr. Lemuel Burdick, aged about 25 years.

News Item

Elopement

Whereas my wife Lydia [Akin] has left my bed and board without any just cause or provocation, I do therefore forbid all persons harboring or trusting her on my account after this date.  Charles Akin Colchester [Delaware Co. NY], May 21, 1833.

Vital Records, Otsego County, NY (1822)

 Cherry Valley Gazette, Cherry Valley, NY, August 5, 1822

Marriages

At Columbia [Herkimer Co. NY] on the 21st day of July by -?- D. Petrie, Esq. Doctor Mason Tildey to Misas Eliza Draper both of Warren [Herkimer Co. NY].

In this village [Cherry Valley, Otsego Co. NY] on Wednesday evening last, by Obediah -?- Mr. Leonard Knowlton to Miss Sally Ballou.

News Item

One Cent Reward - but no charges paid:  Ran away from the subscriber on the 28th of July last, Preston Barr aged about 17 years, an indented apprentice to the Shoemaking Business. All persons are forbid harboring or trusting said Preston Barr on penalty of the law.  Warren Johnson Cherry Valley [Otsego Co. NY, Aug. 6, 1822.

Cherry Valley Gazette, Cherry Valley, NY, August 13, 1822

News Item

One Cent Reward:  Ran away from the subscriber on Friday last, an indented apprentice Girl, aged sixteen, named Nancy Welch.  All persons are forbid harboring or trusting her on my account. The above reward will be given but no charges paid.  Elihu Eldridge Sharon [Schoharie Co. NY], Aug. 5,1822.

Cherry Valley Gazette, Cherry Valley, NY, August 27, 1822

Marriage

In Canajoharie, Montgomery County (NY], on the 15th inst. by the Rev. Alonzo Welton, Mr. Alexander Rewry of Cherry Valley [Otsego Co. NY] to Miss Anna Hays of the former place.

Death

In this town [Cherry Valley, Otsego Co. NY] on Thursday last, Mr. Samuel Dickson aged 58 years.  the deceased was formerly sheriff of Otsego County.

Cherry Valley Gazette, Cherry Valley, NY, September 3, 1822

Marriage

In this village [Cherry Valley, Otsego Co. NY] on Sunday evening last, Capt. Thomas Prentiss to Mrs. Lucinda Bullard.

Death

A man by the name of George Bissell from Franklin, Delaware County [NY] fell from a loaded wagon in this town [Cherry Valley, Otsego Co. NY] on Saturday last.  One of the wheels passed over his breast which so injured him that he expired on the evening of that day.

News Item

One Dollar Reward:  Ran away from the subscriber on Saturday July 6th, an indented apprentice Boy, aged 16 years, named George Coss Jun. All persons are forbid harboring or trusting said boy under the severest penalty of the law. The above reward will be given, but no charges paid.  Peter Edget Sharon [Schoharie Co. NY] September 2, 1822

Cherry Valley Gazette, Cherry Valley, NY, September 10, 1822

Marriages

In this town [Cherry Valley, Otsego Co. NY] on Wednesday evening last, by the Rev. Mr. Fitch, Mr. Eleazer T. Lyons of Geneva [Seneca Co. NY], to Miss Sarah Wilson of this place.

In this village [Cherry Valley, Otsego Co. NY] on the same evening, by the Rev. Mr. Fitch, Mr. Charles G. Botsford of Hartwick [Otsego Co. NY] to Miss Harriet Andrews of this village.

In this town [Cherry Valley, Otsego Co. NY] on the 8th inst. by the Rev. Mr. Fitch, Mr. Jacob Truax to Miss Elenor Starks.

Cherry Valley Gazette, Cherry Valley, NY, September 24, 1822

Death

In this village [Cherry Valley, Otsego Co. NY] on Sunday evening last, Martha Jane [Johnson] daughter of Mr. Warren Johnson, aged 14 months.

Vital Records, Chenango County, NY (1879)

 Chenango Semi-Weekly Telegraph, Norwich, NY, May 7, 1879

Marriage

Chenango Forks, Broome Co. NY:  Our enterprising and highly esteemed harness maker, James E. Weller, has concluded it was not good for man to live alone, so he has taken a life partner in the person of Miss Ida Pierce.  Mr. W. quietly departed from our midst Thursday and when he returned brought with him his estimable wife, whom we heartily welcome to our society.  We heartily extend our hand and congratulations, "Jim," and as you are now in the harness of matrimony, may you always find it a pleasant one, and may you never be chafed by the collar of discord, or ever have occasion to kick over the traces.  May the bands of your affection never weaken and as you shall add strand upon strand, may the wax of conjugal love firmly hold them together, and when the silver locks of age shall shade your brow, and the children and grandchildren shall gather around, you can look back and pronounce this the happiest epoch of your life. So be it.

Deaths

BRUSHELL:  In Norwich [Chenango Co. NY] May 1st of consumption, Amos H. Brushell aged 58 years.

WOODRUFF:  In Guilford [Chenango Co. NY] April 23d, F. Euphremia Woodruff, aged 87 years.

HALL:  In Pharsalia [Chenango Co. NY] May 1, 1879, Mrs. Philinda [Hall] wife of Alexander Hall, aged 69 years.  Mr. and Mrs. Hall had been married for 52 years, during which time they have lived happily together in this county.  Mrs. H. was an estimable lady, and her loss is a severe one to her aged husband.

HOUCK:  Guilford, Chenango Co. NY:  Mrs. Miles Houck died of heart disease, Monday morning.  She was most estimable lady.

PRESTON:  Lincklaen, Chenango Co. NY:  Our people were shocked on Tuesday morning, Apr. 29, to learn of the sudden death of one of our most upright and best citizens, William Preston.  Mr. Preston was in his usual health and ate a hearty breakfast and went to his cheese factory with his wife to work, his wife noticing nothing unusual until he fell upon the floor, when she at once gave the alarm, but in a moment or so life was extinct.  Mr. Preston was one of our best citizens, and his friendship was hearty and true, although he may have appeared reserved and cold to strangers. Those who were acquainted knew the warmth of his heart and the value of his counsel; one could always tell where to find him.  If he had no disclosures to make to those outside of his own circle, he had no concealments.  In every relation of life, he was a true man, a loving husband and faithful father.  His funeral took place at the Rhode Island Church on Friday last, Rev. J.W. Mair officiating.

Chenango Semi-Weekly Telegraph, Norwich, NY, May 10, 1879

Marriages

BRIGGS - CLEVELAND:  At the residence of the bride's sister in Sherburne [Chenango Co. NY] on Wednesday evening, May 7th, by Rev. J.L. Race, Mr. William P. Briggs to Miss Minnie E. Cleveland all of Smyrna [Chenango Co. NY].

BOND - HUNT:  In Chicago, Ill., April 29th, Col. E.S. Bond of Chicago, to Miss Lottie A. Hunt formerly of Smyrna, N.Y. [Chenango Co.].

JACKSON - LANSING:  In Greene [Chenango Co. NY] at the house of Mrs. James Lansing, May 1st, by Rev. S.T. Ford, Mr. Truman B. Jackson to Elsie WE. Lansing, all of Greene.

WOOD - COWLES:  In Greene [Chenango Co. NY] April 30th, by Rev. George A. Pelton, Mr. Horace J. Wood to Mrs. Susan B Cowles.

SCHORN - YOUNG:  In Columbus [Chenango Co. NY] May 7th, by Rev. C.A. Stone of New Berlin, Francis J. Schorn of Norwich [Chenango Co. NY] and Miss Edith A. Young of Columbus.

A very pleasant affair was the reception at the residence of F.J. Schorn on Wednesday evening last, the object being on the part of Mr. S's many friends to give a cordial welcome to the lady that he brought from Columbus to preside over his household.  Mr. and Mrs. Schorn entertained their guests until a late hour, when after a bestowal of good wishes and hearty congratulations, the pleasant company dispersed. Astrello's superb orchestra furnished music.

Deaths

CHILDS:  In Plymouth [Chenango Co. NY] May 6th, Joseph Childs aged 67 years.

SMITH:  In Afton [Chenango Co. NY] May 4th, Julia M. [Smith] wife of Samuel Smith, aged 50 years.

MERRIMAN:  In Unadilla [Otsego Co. NY] May 3d, 1879, Mrs. Susannah Merriman aged 87 years and 5 mo.

HARRINGTON:  In Greene [Chenango Co. NY] April 20th of diphtheria, Nellie M. [Harrington] aged 11 months and 20 days; April 24th, Sidney D. [Harrington] aged 2 years, 9 months and 8 days; April 27th Vernie L. [Harrington] aged 7 years 8 months and 3 days.  Children of Charles and Hattie Harrington.

Vital Records, Chenango County, NY (1879)

 Chenango Union, Norwich, NY, May 8, 1879

Marriages

BRIGGS - CLEVELAND:  At the house of the bride's sister in Sherburne [Chenango Co. NY] on Wednesday evening May 7th, by Rev. J.L. Race, Mr. William F. Briggs to Miss Minnie E. Cleveland, all of Smyrna [Chenango Co. NY].

KEELER - BOSWORTH:  At the residence of the bride's father in German [Chenango Co. NY], April 30th, by Rev. A.W. Barrows, Mr. O.O. KIeeler of Chenango, Broome Co. [NY] to Miss Ellen L. Bosworth of German.

GATES - BURROWS:  In Sidney Plains [Delaware Co. NY] by Rev. C.G. Wood, by Rev. C.G. Wood, Mr. H. Gates to Miss Ida Burrows both of Rockdale [Chenango Co. NY].

WELLER - PIERCE:  In Binghamton [Broome Co. NY] May 1st, by Rev. Dr. Paddock, Mr. James E. Weller of Chenango Forks [Broome Co. NY] to Miss Ida C. Pierce of Colesville [Broome Co. NY].

BOND - HUNT:  In Chicago, Ill. April 29th, Col. E.S. Bond of Chicago, to Miss Lottie A. Hunt formerly of Smyrna [Chenango Co. NY].

Deaths

BRUSHELL:  In this village [Norwich, Chenango Co. NY] May 1st, Mr. Amos Brushell, Jr., aged 60 years.

PRIME:  In Oxford [Chenango Co. NY] April 22d, Edith M. [Prime] daughter of William W. and Sarah A Prime, aged 2 months and 15 days.

HALL:  In Pharsalia [Chenango Co. NY] May 1st, Philinda [Hall] wife of Alexander Hall, aged 68 years.

BEACH:  In Greene [Chenango Co. NY] April 25th, Mr. Amos Beach aged 70 years.

GROVER:  In Beaver Meadow [Chenango Co. NY], suddenly, April 25th, Mr. Ezra Grover aged 84 years.

COLE:  In Lincklaen [Chenango Co. NY], April -?- of diptheria, Ada Adelia [Cole] daughter of Peter and Mary J. Cole, aged 2 years and 6 months.

PRESTON:  In Lincklaen [Chenango Co. NY], suddenly, April 29th, Mr. William Preston.

BEVERLY:  In Bainbridge [Chenango Co. NY] April 18th, Mr. P.B. Beverly.

SPRIGG:  In Earlville [Madison Co. NY] April 23d(?), Dellis(?) Sprigg aged 75 years.

TINKER:  In Pittsfield, N.Y. [Otsego Co. NY] April 20th of pneumonia, Permelia [Tinker] wife of Charles Tinker, aged 61 years.

PHILLIPS:  In DeRuyter [Madison Co. NY] April 19th, Mr. Isaac Phillips aged 70 years.

SMITH:  In Wyalusing, Pa., April 15th, at the residence of her sister, Mrs. Martha Stowell, Mrs. Phila C. Smith formerly of Afton [Chenango Co. NY] aged 73 years.

BIRDSALL:  At Chenango Forks [Broome Co. NY] correspondent of the Binghamton Republican gives the following particulars of the sudden death of an old resident of the town of Greene [Chenango Co. NY]:  "Mr. John Birdsall died at his residence about two and a half miles above this place last Friday morning.  Mr. Birdsall was feeling well Wednesday morning and with his wife visited Freeman Davis, below Hattelville.  When returning home he got out of his wagon near the gulf bridge to dig some sassafras, but complained of feeling dizzy and started back, when he was taken with vomiting, and had to be helped into the wagon.  He was carried home as rapidly as possible but was unconscious when taken from the wagon."

BEACH:  Rev. Allen R. Beach father of Secretary of State Beach, died in Hamilton [Madison Co. NY] on Saturday evening of last week, aged eighty-three years.  He was one of the oldest Baptist clergymen in the State.

TRUESDELL:  At Mt. Upton [Chenango Co. NY] April 27th, suddenly Ruby Chamberlin [Truesdell] wife of H.A. Truesdell.  An infant son died a few days previous, and both were buried in one grave.

Unadilla Valley, Chenango Co. NY:  Again, our community has been visited by the grim messenger, Death, who has saddened so many homes in our midst in the few months past. May 3d, Mr. Spaulding of Mt. Upton [Chenango Co. NY], an old man, died.  The same day, Mrs. Miles Houck daughter of the late Daniel Cornell, passed away in the midst of her usefulness.  Mrs. Houck was a beloved member of the Congregational Church, Guilford Centre [Chenango Co. NY].  She met the last enemy joyously, fearlessly, for to her it was the signal of reunion with the loved and lost. The death of Mrs. Ruby Chamberlain Truesdell leaves a sad vacancy in the home and social circle which she adorned. She sleeps in Jesus.

News Item

Tuesday of this week, the trial of Isaiah Belfield for the murder of Mrs. Phebe Crandall of Brookfield [Madison Co. NY], fourteen years ago, was commenced at Morrisville [Madison Co. NY].  Belfield was one of the notorious Loomis gang and is believed to have committed the murder while searching the house of the deceased for plunder, in which he was stoutly resisted by herself and husband. the accused was identified by Mr. Crandall, the husband of the victim, while he was confined in the Rome jail on another charge. A scar left by his club, on Belfield's head, on that memorable night, when his life and property were in jeopardy, led to the recognition.

Vital Records, Madison County, NY (1866)

 Oneida Weekly Dispatch, Oneida, NY, December 15, 1866

Births

BARNARD:  In Clockville [Madison Co. NY], Nov. 8, Mrs. E.J. Barnard, of a daughter.

FORBES:  In Clockville [Madison Co. NY], Dec. 1, Mrs. G.A. Forbes, of a son.

Marriages

JONES - JONES:  At the Methodist parsonage, Onedia [Madison Co. NY], Dec. 12, by Rev. C.N. Stowers, Mr. H.R. Jones to Miss Ellen Jones both of Utica [Oneida Co. NY].

FOOTE - COMAN:  In Eaton Centre [Madison Co. NY] Dec. 12, by Rev. M.S. Hard, Mr. Milton M. Foote of Oneida [Madison Co. NY] to Miss Louise C. Coman of Eaton Centre.

BURTON - BENDER:  In Cazenovia [Madison Co. NY] on Thanksgiving Day, by Rev. A.S. Graves, Principal of Cazenovia Seminary, Mr. James T. Burton of Chittenango [Madison Co. NY] to Miss Lucy Ann Bender of Cazenovia.

WEAVER - BIDDLECOME:  At the same time and place by the same, Mr. Austin Weaver to Miss Fannie Biddlecome both of Nelson [Madison Co. NY].

SANFORD - BRIGGS:  Nov. 21 by Rev. D. Williams, of Clinton, Mr. Joseph H. Sanford to Miss Meron C.. Briggs, both of Madison [Madison Co. NY].

BETSINGER - HURG:  In Perryville [Madison Co. NY], Dec. 6, by Rev. P.L. Hakes, Mr. Daniel Betsinger of Lenox [Madison Co. NY] to Miss Caroline L. Hurg of Fenner [Madison Co. NY].

HUBBARD - HOVEY:  In Deansville, Nov. 10 by Rev. Dwight Williams, Mr. Schuyler Hubbard of Utica [Oneida Co. NY] to Miss Emily Hovey daughter of the late Dr. Isaac Hovey, formerly of Morrisville [Madison Co. NY].

VOORHEES - LEACH:  In Eaton [Madison Co. NY] Dec. 6, by Rev. Samuel Miller, Mr. Howard Voorhees of Newport [Herkimer Co. NY] to Miss Theresa C. Leach of Eaton.

AMES - BARBER:  In DeRuyter [Madison Co. NY] Dec. 4 by Rev. T. Fisher, Mr. Henry R. Ames to Miss Addie E. Barber both of DeRuyter.

Deaths

WILLCOX:  In Clockville [Madison Co. NY] Dec. 6, Mr. Salmon Wilcox in the 73d year of his age.

Clockville, Madison Co. NY:  Some of the residents of this place, one after another, are moving on to a higher sphere of life.  Salmon Wilcox, one of its old residents, passed away on the 6th inst., leaving a widow and one only surviving daughter to mourn the loss of a husband and father.

SERGEANT:  In Hokah, Minn., Nov. 3, Mabel [Sergeant] youngest daughter of S.H. Sargeant, formerly of Cazenovia [Madison Co. NY].

HIGGINS:  In Pratt's Hollow [Madison Co. NY], Nov. 28, Mr. James E. Higgins aged 21 years.

RICE:  In Oriskany Falls [Oneida Co. NY] Nov. 27, Mrs. Harmony Wight [Rice] wife of Baxter Rice, aged 75 years.

CUSHING:  In Fenner [Madison Co. NY] Dec. 6, Mr. Enos Cushing aged 86 years.

Fenner, Madison Co. NY:  Mr. Enos Cushing died at his residence on Thursday, December 6th, aged 86 years.  Thus, has passed away one whose form was familiar to most of the residents in and about our village.  His funeral was attended by a large concourse of relatives and friends, many of the latter being of the Order of Free Masons, of which the deceased had long been a prominent and efficient member.  In connection with the ordinary burial services, the obsequies peculiar to that fraternity were performed.

SHARPLEY:  In Cazenovia [Madison Co. NY] Dec. 3, Mr. Oramel Sharpley aged 80 years.

Cazenovia, Madison Co. NY:  Mr. Oramel Shapley, one of our oldest and most respected citizens, died at the residence of his daughter (Mrs. Mills Bordwell) in this village on Monday Dec. 3, aged 80 years.  Mr. Shapley was a native of Lebanon, Conn. and moved to this village in 1809, where he has ever since resided.  By his death another citizen from the number of those who have long been concerned for the order, the sobriety, and the healthful growth of this community has been removed.

SHAW:  On the 16th ult. a small child of Mr. Shaw of Earlville [Madison Co. NY] swallowed a new cent, which was followed by violent sickness, indicating symptoms of poison.  The child died on the 29th, and a postmortem examination was held. The physicians were unable to find the coin but had no doubt that the irritation caused by the cent while in the child's stomach was the cause of its death.

Vital Records, Otsego & Chenango Counties, NY (1879)

 Morris Chronicle, Morris, NY, July 2, 1879

Deaths

MOORE:  In Morris [Otsego Co. NY] June 24th, Mr. Orrin H. Moore, in the 77th year of his age.

Last week we spoke of the illness of Mr. Orrin H. Moore.  Before our paper had reached many of tis readers, Mr. Moore died in the 77th year of his age.  Since we have been a resident of this town, Mr. Moore has been our fast friend, seldom coming to the village but that he found time to call on the printers and cheer their labors by kind words.  His many kindnesses will long be remembered.

POTTER:  In Morris [Otsego Co. NY] June 28th, Mr. Caleb Potter in the 74th year of his age.

PARKHURST:  In New Lisbon [Otsego Co. NY] June 27th, of consumption, Mary Jane [Parkhurst] wife of Harvey Parkhurst, aged 28 years.

SCOTT:  In Fly Creek [Otsego Co. NY] June 10th, John Scott aged 30 years.

HUBBELL:  In Burlington Flats [Otsego Co. NY] June 16th, Nancy A. [Hubbell] widow of Lemuel Hubbell in the 91st year of her age.

PEET:  Laurens, Otsego Co. NY:  Hannah Peet widow of Bassett Peet, died June 20th aged 82 years.

GREGORY:  Laurens, Otsego Co. NY:  Irving Gregory a son of Matthew Gregory, died June 18th, aged 21 years.

DEAN:  Laurens, Otsego Co. NY:  A three-year-old girl of Orson Dean accidently took a quantity of poison June 23d and only lived about one hour after taking it.

MORGAN:  In New Berlin [Chenango Co. NY] last Saturday afternoon, Eddie Morgan son of Mr. Morgan, of the firm of Morgan, Finch & Phelps, merchants, was drowned in the Unadilla River while in swimming.  He was about 13 years of age.

News Item

Seth H. Rowley of Unadilla [Otsego Co. NY] was a revolutionary soldier.  He enlisted at the age of 16, served through the war and died at the age of 91.  Innocent, his wife, died at the age of 87.  they raised a family of 12 children, who in turn have married and raised 102 grandchildren, making in all, including grandparents, 116 in the family.

Chenango Union, Norwich, NY, May 1, 1879

Col. Dwight's Body Exhumed

A few weeks since we published a rumor to the effect that the remains of the late Col. Dwight of Binghamton [Broome Co. NY] would probably be exhumed and an inquest held in the interest of the life insurance companies whose policies on the life of deceased are still unpaid. This was accomplished last week.

Col. Dwight died on the night of the 15th of November last and on the following day a postmortem examination of the remains was made by Dr Delafield of the New York College of Physicians and Surgeons in the presence of Dr. Swinburn of Albany, and the Binghamton physicians.  The autopsy was not satisfactory to the insurance companies, with whom he had policies to the amount of $265,000; it being claimed that it does not account for the death of Col. Dwight and another examination was demanded. After considerable delay, Coroner Richards hesitating as to his duty in the case until the matter was brought before the Governor and papers served up on the coroner.  It was decided to hold the inquest and on Wednesday of last week the body was disinterred and removed to a barn near the cemetery, where the examination was held, Dr. Swinburn, of Albany, Sherman, of Ogdensburg, Hyde of Cortland, with Binghamton physicians, being present, as well as several legal gentlemen, in the interest of the contesting parties. The remains were quite badly decayed; the surface being covered with a white mold.  a thorough examination was made and Dr. Swinburn made several paster casts of the head and neck. The remains were then reinterred.

The inquest was adjourned to the Court House, where it reassembled on Thursday morning.  Several witnesses were sworn, among them Dr. Swinburn, whose theory is that Col. Dwight did not die a natural death; that the chills were produced by gelsemium, a narcotic poison; that a heavy ridge or indentation upon the neck of deceased was produced by a cord, supposing that it was placed upon his neck by the Colonel himself, with a weight of some fifty pounds attached and suspended over one of the arms of the bed, while he lay upon his pillow, causing strangulation; he did not think that after strangling himself sufficiently to produce death, a person could secrete the cord and weight, or call a person and then die.

Charles A. Hull, a lawyer of Binghamton, testified that he watched with the Colonel on the night of his death, at the Spaulding House; that he sat in an adjoining room, with the door open; the patient spoke, saying he had a new way of trying to keep food down; reached to a plate from which he took a cracker and bit it; in about ten minutes Hull heard a sudden gasp for breath and went into the room, when the Colonel said "Charlie," as was usual when he called him, his appearance startled Hull, who gave him a glass of brandy and called Mrs. Dwight, who came immediately, as did Mr. Spaulding, and other inmates of the house; the Colonel did not speak again, but died as if sinking away; witness put his arm under his head to raise it when he drank, but saw no cord or other appliances for strangling about him.

Dr. Benjamin F. Sherman of Ogdensburg testified:  "I conclude that Col. Dwight was hung; he came to his death by a rope; I have seen the room and bed in which he died; I think that a cord about the size of a sash cord or larger; that it was put over the neck, all that it required was crossing it over the neck and dropping it on the scroll over the head of the bed; he need not have settled back more than three inches; I have seen numbers of cases where this has been done; in this case I consider it perfectly possible."

Dr. Elisha A. Bridges, of Ogdensburg concluded that the deceased came to his death from asphyxia caused by strangulation by a cord or rope. The Binghamton physicians adhered to their opinion that he died of congestive chills and that the indentation of the neck was merely a natural fold of the neck and tissues caused by the position in which the body laid. The theory of the undertaker is that the crease upon the neck was caused by the "chinrest" which he applied when the corpse was laid out.

The investigation continued until Saturday afternoon, when it was closed until May 6th.

An article in the New York Tribune of Friday, states that the officers of the principal New York companies affected by Col. Dwight's death declared that they had nothing to do with the investigation, although they were aware that such action was to be taken.  There are now $209,000 remaining unpaid of the policies given, and to be collected from the companies by the executors of the estate. The Equitable Company paid its policy of $50,000 and the Globe and Universal Companies also made good some small paid up policies.

Chenango Union, Norwich, NY, May 15, 1879

The farce of investigating the cause of the death Col. Dwight of Binghamton closed on Friday last, the jury agreeing upon the following verdict.

"We do find that the said Walton Dwight came to his death at the Spaulding House in the city of Binghamton on the 15th day of November, 1878 from exhaustion of the vital powers, produced by protracted vomiting, malnutrition and the enervation effects of malarial poison, terminating in fatal collapse.  And furthermore, we find that the said Walton Dwight did not come to his death from suicidal or homicidal causes."

Very naturally the people and the press of Binghamton are indignant at this second mutilation of the remains of their late townsman, and their strictures upon the Insurance Companies who have made so contemptible a failure to escape the payment of their obligations and upon the learned Doctors from abroad, who have achieved for themselves a fame which will long survive them and be handed down to posterity to astonish all future M.D.s are but deserved. Says the Republican of Saturday, in summing up the matter:

"The ingenious theory, therefore; that Col. Dwight made a gibbet of the bed post and hung himself with the bed cord of a spring bed, must remain as a monument of the desperation and skill of the distinguished gentlemen who had to use a microscope to tell a lung from a kidney and came all the way to Binghamton to proclaim themselves the greatest medical bigots and asses of the age.  Dr. Swinburne would have us believe that Col. Dwight strangled himself; that in the prime of life and fullness of vigor, he deliberately took his own life in order to provide for a wife whose parents were already wealthy and to scatter a fortune among legatees to whom he was not specially attached.  This theory defeats itself by going a little too far.  It is impossible to believe that one who was such a generous, self-sacrificing martyr could commit such a crime against God and nature as that of taking his own life. Generous and kindly as the Colonel was, the public are not prepared to believe anything quite equal to this. This is a little too generous - just a little too divine."

[Col. Walton Dwight:  b. Dec. 20, 1837; d. Nov. 15, 1878, AE 40y]

Vital Records, Chenango (1840) & Otsego (1871) Counties, NY

 Chenango Telegraph, Norwich, NY, October 7, 1840

Marriages

In Otselic [Chenango Co. NY] on the 4th inst. by Nathan gray, Esq. Mr. Myron Prichard to Miss Mary Ward both of the same town.

In Pitcher [Chenango Co. NY] on Tuesday the 30th ult. by Samuel Plumb, Esq. Mr. James Bowen, Jr. of Solon [Cortland Co. NY] to Miss Martha M. Barker of the former place.

Death

Mr. Amos Randall, a colored man, was killed on Friday last on returning from Oxford [Chenango Co. NY], about half a mile this side of that village.  He fell from a wagon under the wheel, which passed over his breast, causing death in some thirty minutes.  It is supposed that a blood vessel was ruptured.  Mr. R. was a resident of this place [Norwich, Chenango Co. NY], and much respected for his good character and habits.  We understand that our citizens have raised a subscription of a hundred dollars to relieve the wants of his needy family, who in this trying affliction have been deprived of a husband and father whose daily labor supplied the necessaries of life.

Chenango Telegraph, Norwich, NY, October 21, 1840

Marriage

In this town [Norwich, Chenango Co. NY] on the 20th inst. by the Rev. J.S. Swan, Mr. James Smith to Miss Betsey E. Webb.

Chenango Telegraph, Norwich, NY, October 28, 1840

Marriage

In this place [Norwich, Chenango Co. NY] on the 27th inst. by Rev. L.A. Barrows, Mr. Charles R. Breed to Miss Emeline Van Embergh(?)

Morris Chronicle, Morris, NY, October 11, 1871

Marriages

In Morris [Otsego Co. NY] Oct. 3d, at the residence of James R. Angel, Esq. by Rev. W.R. Cocrane, Joseph Angel, Esq. of Exeter [Otsego Co. NY] to Miss Ursula Hathaway.

In New Lisbon [Otsego Co. NY] Oct. 4th by Rev. E.V. Wales of Oneonta, Collinwood Duro to Miss Mary A. Thurston, both of New Lisbon.

In Bainbridge [Chenango Co. NY] Sept. 27th, at the residence of the bride's father, D.S. Bristol, by the Rev. S. Seymour Lewis, James L. Greene and Miss Aggie Bristol all of Bainbridge.

In Unadilla [Otsego Co. NY] Sept. 27th by Rev. W.A. Wadsworth, Irving C. Hyer of Mt. Upton [Chenango Co. NY] to Miss Sarah E. Foster of Unadilla.

In Laurens [Otsego Co. NY] at the residence of Henry Gardner, Oct. 3d, by Rev. J.W. Mevis, of Otego [Otsego Co. NY] David S. Smith to Miss Josie George all of Laurens.

In Cooperstown [Otsego Co. NY] Sept. 25th by Rev. C.C. Smith, John B. Winney of Saratoga Springs [Saratoga Co. NY] to Mary E. Cone of Cooperstown.

At the residence of the bride's father, Sept. 20, by Rev. W.H. Herrington, Charles S. Bolton of Burlington [Otsego Co. NY] and Miss Florence A. Eaton.

In Clintonville [Clinton Co. NY], Sept. 21st by Rev. J.D. English, George Dingee and Frances Bice both of Clintonville.

In Schuyler's Lake [Otsego Co. NY], Sept. 20th, by Rev. H. Garlick, George D. Barnes of Litchfield [Herkimer Co. NY] and Nellie [Chappell] daughter of John Chappell of the former place.

At the residence of Jefferson Finch, Oct. 5th, by Rev. J.L. Ray, B.F. Harrington to Miss Mary M. Howard all of New Berlin [Chenango Co. NY].

At the M.E. parsonage in New Berlin [Chenango Co. NY] July 28th by Rev. R.W. Van Schoisk, E.W. Crumb of Plainfield [Otsego Co. NY] to Miss May Babcock of Brookfield [Madison Co. NY].

By the same at the residence of Horace Terry, So. Edmeston [Otsego Co. NY] Sept. 27th, Albert Talcott of Columbus [Chenango Co. NY] to Miss Maria E. Hart of the former place.

By the same at the residence of Edward Barr, So. New Berlin [Chenango Co. NY] Oct. 4th, E.W. Burdick of Independence, Iowa to Miss Lottie Brundige of Butternuts [Otsego Co. NY].

On Wednesday evening Sept. 6 at the residence of the bride's mother in Corning [Steuben Co. NY], by Rev. W.A. Niles, S.A. Norton of the firm of Wilcox & Norton of Hartwick [Otsego Co. NY] to Miss Gustin C. French daughter of Mrs. A.G. French of Corning.

Deaths

At Morris [Otsego Co. NY] Sept. 21st, Nancy Weatherly aged 30 years 1 month and 3 days.

At Worcester [Otsego Co. NY] Sept. 20th Elvira [Day] wife of Lysander Day, aged 42 years.

At Springfield [Otsego Co. NY], Sept. 28th, John Wiles in the 42d year of his age.

At Oneonta [Otsego Co. NY] 26th ult. after a lingering and painful illness of eighteen weeks, Miss Hattie E. Ward aged 18 years, 2 months and 6 days.

At his residence in the town of Maryland [Otsego Co. NY] Sept. 16th, David Johnson aged 57 years.

At Laurens [Otsego Co. NY] Oct. 1st Bertha M. [Hall] only daughter of Leroy and Mary R. Hall, aged two years.

Butternuts, Otsego Co. NY:  Capt. Moulton an intemperate man, was found on Saturday morning last near the bridge in the village of Butternuts, having fallen off the bridge during the night.  He was insensible when taken up and died during the day.

Died in this town [Morris, Otsego Co. NY] on Thursday, Oct. 5th, Harry Fortune known as "black Harry" by every resident of Morris for the past 75 years.  His age at the time of his death was 120 years, undoubtedly the oldest man in the state.  He often told of incidents that happened when a slave in New York a hundred years ago.  He was not like many old colored men who have died, a servant of General Washington, but he with a good deal of pride used to tell of holding Washington's horse when the General was on a visit to his (Harry's) master.  It can be truly said that this old colored man died from old age.  He was the only man in town that the Fifteenth Amendment made a voter and we believe he has voted twice. The town has supported him for a number of years.  His remains were buried in Hillington Cemetery.