Obituaries (March 2)

John M. Gaines

1869-1903

 

 

John M. Gaines

The people who reside in the vicinity of Sherburne [Chenango Co., NY] were terribly shocked recently by hearing of the death of an esteemed young man, John M. Gaines.  Tuesday, June 9, he was working on his father's farm on Granville Hill, taking down a barn.  In some way a beam fell and struck him on the head pinning him to the floor.  HIs father finding the beam lying on his son, tried to raise it, but being unable to do so, summoned help.  When the weight was lifted from the body life was extinct.  Mr. Gaines was a promising young man who had the love and respect of all.  His death is an awful blow to his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Gaines. The bereaved family consisting of several brothers and sisters, besides the parents, have the sincere sympathy of all in their sorrow. [Utica Saturday Globe, June 20, 1903]

John Gaines of Sherburne [Chenango Co., NY], was tearing down an old barn on a farm, which he bought recently, three miles out of town.  Thursday when he did not appear at home, the family sent the hired man to see what he was doing and he was found dead, planed under a large beam, which had fallen across his chest.  Mr. Gaines was working alone and was last seen alive by the rural mail carrier at about 4 o'clock on Wednesday afternoon, at work on the barn.  He was 29 years old and about five years ago was in the flour and feed business in Sherburne.  [Bainbridge Republican, June 18, 1903]

Donald Risanburg

Bainbridge News & Republican, September 26, 1946

Donald Risanburg, 18-month-old son of Mr. and Mrs. George R. Risanburg, of R.D.2, Norwich [Chenango Co., NY] was run over and killed Sunday afternoon by his grandfather, William Risanburg, who was visiting at his son's home.  Undersheriff Frank J. Machio, who investigated the accident said that the child was knocked down by the right front fender of his grandfather's car and that the front wheel on that side of the car passed over the child's body.

W. Robert Doig

Bainbridge News & Republican, September 19, 1946

W. Robert Doig died Thursday, Sept. 5, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Margaret Nichols, Walton [Delaware Co., NY], after a long illness.  Mr. Doig was born at Bovina Aug. 8, 1870, and was a farmer at Delhi and Bovina until he retired eight years ago and went to Walton, where he has since resided.  He was quiet, industrious and honest and made friends wherever he went, according to one who knew him.  He is survived by two sons, Wilber Doig, of Delhi, and Dr. Robert Doig, of Walton; two daughters, Mrs. Margaret Nichols, of Walton, and Mrs. Robert Haviland, of Delhi; and two sisters, Mrs. Grant Maxwell, of Delhi, and Mrs. Kenneth Russell, of Whitney Point.

William H. Carr

Bainbridge News & Republican, September 19, 1946

William H. Carr, 77, of Afton [Chenango Co., NY], died Tuesday morning at the Afton Hospital, following a long illness.  he is survived by his wife, Clara Craig Carr, of Afton; six daughters, Mrs. Ethel Fletcher, of Afton; Mildred, of New York City; Susan, of Hartford, Conn.; Mrs. J.R. Stroup, of Newtonville, Mass.; Mrs. Arthur MacDonald, of Norristown, Pa., and Marian Carr, of Washington, D.C.; two sons, Robert and John P., both of Washington, D.C.; a brother, George H., of Brookfield, and eight grandchildren.

John O.Hill Reed

Bainbridge News & Republican, Sept. 19, 1946

John O. Hill Reed, 66, prominent industrialist and banker of Norwich [Chenango Co., NY] for many years, died at his home in that city last Friday.  Mr. Reed was mayor of Norwich for five successive terms from 1907 to 1012, and was former vice-president of the Norwich Knitting Co.  At the time of his death he was director of the National Bank and Trust Co. of Norwich.  The only immediate survivor is his wife.

Minnie B. Taylor

Bainbridge News & Republican,  September 12, 1946

Mrs. Minnie Taylor died at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Orlo Reed on Bridge street, Sidney [Delaware Co., NY], Tuesday morning after a long illness.  Born Aug. 3, 1869, in the Town of Guilford [Chenango Co., NY], the daughter of Joseph and Maria (Hancock) Beale, who both came to America from England.  She married Clayton Taylor, of Sidney in 1901, and has made her home there, since that time, Surviving is a sister Mrs. Lillian Hyatt, of East Guilford, and several nieces and nephews.  Funeral services were held on Thursday afternoon at 3 o'clock from the Carr & Landers Funeral Chapel, the Rev. C.E. Opdyke, pastor of the Congregational Church, of which she was a member, officiated.  Burial was in Prospect Hill Cemetery [Sidney, NY].

Blog Post Listing, February 23 - March 1, 2015

Listing of blog postings for the week of February 23 to March 1, 2015

Marriages

Posted February 23, 2015

Mary H . King - Leroy N. Searles (1886)

Marriage Notices - Antimasonic Telegraph 1830

     Ralsey A. Crumb - Paulina Scott

     Ebenezer Hall - Orinda Eccleston

     Benjamin P. Hall - Caroline Andrews

     Gardner Lewis - Emeline Williams

     Ezekiel Dewey - Eunice Smith

     Nelson Tiffany - Esther Randall

     Abial C. Herron - Sally Gibson

     Justin Skinner - Alzina Crandall

     William Brown - Lucretia Holmes

Posted February 25, 2015
Mr. & Mrs. Leroy N. Searles (60th anniversary, 1946)
Teresa Josephine Dalton - Dr. Joseph M. Flannery (1946)
Ruth Kishbaugh - Vincent T. Donaloio (1946)
Johanne D. Hulsberg - Victor E. Holbert (1946)
Norma Greene - Carl Osterwald (1946)

Posted February 26, 2016
S. Spencer Cole - Carrie (Hastings) Wright (1890)
Jeanne M. Webb - John R. Clark (1946)
Sandra J. Wood - Gilbert G. Warren (1946)
Catherine Vanderzee - Richard E. Warner (1946)

Posted March 1, 2016
Mr. & Mrs. Henry M. Juliand (50th anniversary, 1919)
Mabel Gertrude Juliand - Julian Arthur Stratton (1920)
Marriage Notices - September 1865
     Hon. F. Juliand - Harriet M. Crocker (Greene - Cambridge)
     Milan Hill - Caroline E. Carr (McDonough - Norwich)
     Arnold D. Evans - Maggie Nelson (Norwich)
     John F. Button - Caroline J. Lewis (McDonough)
     Nathan W. Rider - Hattie L. Main (Norwich - North Norwich)
     Charles M. Briggs - Della M. Stevenson (Sherburne)
     John W. Houghton - Samantha L. Adams (Earlville)
     Albert c. Green - Mary E. Bemis (Canterbury CT - Oxford)
     William Seeley - Anna Kelley (Coventry)


 

Obituaries

Posted February 23, 2015

Forrest E. Wightman (Norwich, 1903)

Rose Isbell Kingsbury (White Store, Sidney, 1933)

Henrietta King (Bainbridge, 1932)

Mary King Searles (Bainbridge, 1951)

Bruce L. Bosket (Afton, 1945) WWII Casualty

Posted February 24, 2015
Fred James Pray (Sherburne, 1903)
James Pray (Sherburne, 1903)
Erford Beardsley (Sidney, Oxford)
Mrs. Daniel Hastings (Bainbridge)
Elizabeth S. Chapin (Bainbridge, 1893)
Etta Nichols (Bainbridge, 1893)

Posted February 25, 2015
Edwin Tiffany (Norwich, 1903)
Samuel Burke (Sanford, Bainbridge, 1946)
Charles A. Elliott (Coventry, 1946)
Richard King (Otego, 1946)
John B. Wooster (Guilford Center, 1946)
Ida May Day (Elmira, Guilford, 1946)
Catherine Manley (Afton, Norwich, 1946)

Posted February 26, 2015
Cornelia E. (Maydole) Merritt (Norwich, 1903)
Stowell Jacquins (1890)
Briggs Lyon (Bainbridge, 1890)
Daniel Niven (Coventry, Binghamton, 1890)

Posted February 27, 2015
Hon. Andrew Shepardson (Smyrna, 1903)
Jehiel Evans (Bainbridge, 1884)
Carrie A. Barnes (1884)
Clarisse Schofield (1880)
Maybelle Mackle (1868)
Metta Mackle (1868)

Posted February 28, 2015
Catherine Matzinger Schlucke (Norwich, 1918)
Reed William Kniskern (Windsor, 1946)
Wilma M. (Wade) Phelps (Nineveh, 1946)
Hiram Risley (Sidney, 1946)
Rev. Martin V. Williams (New York City, 1946)
Belle Mabey (Sidney, 1946)
Melvin Iverson (Mt. Upton, 1946)
Deonigi Menaldino (Sidney, 1946)

Posted March 1, 2015
Helen (Farrall) Mead Crandall (Norwich, Hillrose, CO, 1918)
Col. Joseph Juliand (Greene, 1870)
Franklin Gilmore (Bainbridge, Binghamton, 1881)
Florilla Pettys (Bainbridge, 1882)
Seely N. Copley (Bainbridge, 1888)
  

Miscellaneous

Posted February 24, 2015

Bainbridge Central High School Track Team, 1947

Posted February 25, 2015
Bainbridge High School Class of 1948, Part 2

Posted February 26, 2016
Sidney Dimock Writes from Colorado Mine Country - 1880

Posted February 27, 2015
Letter from the West (Rock Island, IL), 1883
Bush Hill Farm House Destroyed by Fire - Bainbridge, NY - 1946

Posted February 28, 2015
Harold Sherman Buys Funeral Business - 1946
Bainbridge High School Football Team - 1929


Marriages (March 1)

Mr. & Mrs. Henry M. Juliand

Binghamton Press, September 18, 1919

 

 

Henry and Sarah DeFrances (Stratton) Juliand

Greene [Chenango Co., NY]:  For fifty years, Mr. and Mrs. Henry M. Juliand have traveled life's pathway together, and on Monday the anniversary of the ceremony performed a half century ago, was made joyous by the personal greetings of about 250 of their friends.  Many presents were received as souvenirs of the occasion including gold pieces, silver, china and cut glass and flowers.  The two daughters-in-law served the refreshments.  It was on September 1, 1860, that Sarah DeFrances Stratton, at her home in South Oxford [Chenango Co., NY], was married to Henry M. Juliand of Greene.  They began their married life in the house on West Hill where they have resided continuously for 50 years.  In 1905 the old house gave place to a new one built upon nearly the same site.  Three sons were born to them, George, Charles and Albert.  The last named died and the other two married and have homes of their own in Greene.  Mr. Juliand's grandfather was one of the first settlers in the vicinity of Greene while Mrs. Juliand's was among the pioneers in the vicinity of Oxford.

 

Stratton - Juliand 

 

The marriage of Miss Mabel Gertrude, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Juliand of Greene [Chenango Co., NY], to Mr. Julian Arthur Stratton will take place in Zion Episcopal church, Greene, N.Y., on Wednesday, June 2, at eight o'clock, p.m.  Friends are invited to attend the church, no formal invitations being issued.  Mr. and Mrs. Stratton will make their home in Newport, R.I., where Mr. Stratton has a Government position.  [1920] 

 

Marriage Notices

Chenango Telegraph & Chronicle, September 16, 1865

 

JULIAND - CROCKER:  In Cambridge, Washington Co., NY., by Rev. James N. Crocker, Hon. F. Juliand of Greene, Chenango Co., to Miss Harriet M. Crocker of the former place.

 

HILL - CARR:  In Lincklaen on the 6th inst., by Rev. E.N. Ruddock, Mr. Milan Hill of McDonough [Chenango Co., NY] to Miss Caroline E. Carr of Norwich [Chenango Co., NY].

 

EVANS - NELSON:  At the residence of the bride's father, on the 5th inst. by Rev. S. Scoville, Arnold D. Evans and Miss Maggie Nelson both of this village [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY]

 

BUTTON - LEWIS:  In McDonough, on the 3d inst., by Rev. E. Holroyd, John F. Button to Miss Caroline J. Lewis, both of McDonough [Chenango Co., NY]

 

RIDER - MAINE:  In North Norwich on the 6th inst., by Rev. F.B. Peck, Nathan W. Rider of this place [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY] and Miss Hattie L. Maine of North Norwich [Chenango Co., NY].

 

BRIGGS - STEVENSON:  At the Parsonage in Sherburne, on Tuesday, 5th ult., by Rev. J.L. Burrows, Mr. Charles M. Briggs to Miss Della M. Stevenson, all of Sherburne [Chenango Co., NY].

 

HOUGHTON - ADAMS:  In Earlville, Sept. 4th, at the residence of Leonard Pierce Esq., by Rev. I.V. Ismond, John W. Houghton to Samantha L. Adams, all of Earlville [Madison Co., NY].

 

GREEN - BEMIS:  In Oxford, on the 6th inst.,. by Rev. E.H. Payson, Albert C. Green of Canterbury, Conn. to Mary E. Bemis of Oxford [Chenango Co., NY].

 

SEELEY - KELLEY:  In Coventry, August, by Rev. George Turnbul, Mr. William Seeley, to Miss Anna Kelley, both of Coventry [Chenango Co., NY].

 

Obituaries (March 1)

Helen (Farrell) Mead Crandall

Utica Saturday Globe, June 17, 1918

 

Mrs, Helen (Farrell) Mead Crandall

 

Norwich [Chenango Co., NY]:  At the home of her son, Rev. William S. Crandall, at Hillrose, Col., June 10, occurred the death of Mrs. Helen Crandall, a former much respected resident of Norwich.  She had been ill for several months from cancer of the stomach.  Mrs. Crandall was born in Eaton, Madison county, May 14, 1839, and was one of five children born to Isaac and Sophronia Farrell, of whom only one, Mrs. Milo McCarty, of this village, now survives.  When deceased was a girl of 12 her parents removed from Madison county to Norwich, where the greater share of her life was passed.  In 1858 she married Riley Mead, whose death occurred in 1862.  Of this union two children were born and still survive, Mrs. Roselbert Belden, of this village, and Frank Mead, of Colorado.  In 1877 Mrs. Mead married William B. Crandall, with whom she lived happily until his death in 1896, when she went to live with her daughter, Mrs. Belden.  Of her second marriage one son, Rev. William S. Crandall, of Hillrose, Col., survives, with whom since 1898, she had resided, making a home for him at Kingston, Pa., while he was a student at Wyoming Seminary, and after he had finished his education accompanying him to Denver, where he took up his duties as a Methodist minister.  Last summer they moved to Hillrose.  The climate did not agree with Mrs. Crandall, and she declined rapidly in health. She was a prominent member of the Methodist Church and an earnest, consecrated Christian worker.  She was a woman beloved by all who knew her, ever thoughtful of others, a kind and affectionate wife, mother and friend, whose memory will long be cherished.

 

Col. Joseph Juliand

1797 - 1870

 

Suddenly in this village [Greene, Chenango Co., NY], on Sunday morning last, the 13th inst., Col. Joseph Juliand, aged 73 years.

 

This community has had most startling illuminations recently of the solemn truth that "In the midst of life we are in death."  While the body of one prominent person was draped for the tomb, awaiting entrance into "the narrow house appointed for all living," another conspicuous citizen, neighbor and friend is stricken down without a moment's warning, retiring for the night not to an earthly rest, but to that repose and sleep which the blessed and faithful in Christ enjoy till the great waking "when all that are in their graves shall hear the Savior's voice and shall come forth."  Joseph Juliand has been known to this community for about half a century as one of its prominent business men who has been successful, yet with unblemished integrity, true and just in all his dealings, faithful in all the varied relations of life that he has filled.  He was a Warden of Zion Church at its first organization and ever sought by his influence, efforts and means to advance its prosperity.  He took a deep interest in the legislation of the Diocese, and was a frequent delegate at the Conventions of Western New York, having important positions on the Committees through which its business is initiated and conducted.  He was also a Trustee of the General Theological Seminary, and had but recently returned from one of its most important sessions.  Col. Juliand was twice a member of Assembly from this district.  For many years he has been a trustee of Hobart College, and has been on the delegation to the General Convention of the Church.  His strict integrity of character drew towards him through a long business career a sentiment of wide and deep respect.  He was ever faithful in attendance on the Church's ordinances, and was never kept from his place in the appointed services, save by absence from home or sickness.  His religious character was marked by thorough earnestness and sincerity.  He had solemn and strong views of his Christian duties and could not be shaken in his purposes in what he deemed to be right.  It is difficult to realize that we shall no longer hear his voice nor witness his presence in those solemn sacraments and services to which the Church calls her children.  But to which the Church calls her children.  But we trust that he has passed to higher worship, even to the presence immediate of Christ and His Redeemed ones in Heaven. [Chenango American, February 17, 1870]

 

Joseph Juliand, a prominent citizen of Greene and well known in the County, died at his residence in that village, Sunday morning last.  Mr. Juliand went to his room Saturday night at about eleven o'clock, and as his family supposed had retired as usual to rest.  The next morning, however, the attention of his son in passing the door of his father's room was arrested, and entering the room he found the deceased upon the floor in an unconscious state.  A physician was immediately called, but he was already beyond relief, and survived only a  few minutes after he was first found.  When first discovered the lamp was burning in his room and the bed had not been disturbed, a part only of his clothing was removed, and everything indicated that Mr. Juliand had been suddenly stricken down, probably with apoplexy.  The deceased was 73 years of age, and the second of five brothers, four of whom survive him--the eldest being Col. Richard Juliand of Bainbridge.  He represented this County in the Assembly, in 1827, and again in 1831 and 1832, and although he always sustained himself with honor in all places of public trust, he will be best remembered as the upright citizen, the correct man of business, and the courteous Christian gentleman, always welcome in the social and domestic circle in which he moved.  Mr. Juliand was but once married, and survived his wife, who was the daughter of the late Erastus Perkins of this village, where he always kept his acquaintance fresh, and where many who knew him well will mingle their sincere regrets at his loss with those of her bereaved family.

 

Franklin Gilmore

DeRuyter Gleaner, September 15, 1881

 

A colored man named Franklin Gilmore died in Binghamton [Broome Co., NY] a few days since, upwards of ninety years of age.  In the old days of slavery in New York, he was owned by the late Richard W. Juliand, of Bainbridge, from whom he purchased his freedom and had a large family, who are now scattered.

 

The last will and testament of Franklin Gilmore, late of the city of Binghamton, deceased, was admitted to probate and letters testamentary were issued to Hial Hodge, sole executor therein named.  Decedent left no heirs at law and next of kin whose names or place of residence could be ascertained, and the citation for probate thereof was directed to the Attorney-General of the State of New York, and the County Treasurer of the county of Broome.  Testator bequeaths all of his estate both real and personal, to Louisa Jackson, of this city.  [Broome Republican, Oct. 19, 1881]

 

Florilla Pettys

1806-1882

 

Florilla, widow of Isaac Pettys, was born in Coventry [Chenango Co., NY], Nov. 22d, 1806, and died at her home in Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY], Jan. 11th, 1882.  For over fifty years her life was identified with the history of our village.  Her husband, Captain Pettys, who died thirteen years ago, was an active member of the community, having for some time kept the hotel of the place, and was widely known.  Mrs. Pettys was the mother of seven children, two of whom died in childhood, while three others, Mrs. B.C. Campbell, Mrs. R.C. Stockwell, and Mrs. G.S. Graves, have died within the last fifteen years.  Two children, Nelson and Ellen, and seventeen grandchildren, mourn the loss of one, who was ever lending a helping hand, and who, by a thousand acts of kindness has endeared her memory to all who knew her.  Her last sickness was short, and her death the peaceful end of the Christian.

Another life's work is ended;

Another soul is at rest;

Another voice is blended

In the chorus of the blest.

 

Seely N. Copley

1836-1888

 

Died:  At his late residence, in the village of Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY], on the 28th inst. Mr. S.N. Copley, aged 52 years.

 

After great suffering, protracted through many years, and after mental and spiritual conflict in times of darkness, probably born of physical weakness and pain, his soul turned back to the refuge of the "Everlasting Arms," and the end was peace.  With returning confidence in his Redeemer many months ago, in speaking of his own experience he alluded to the comfort coming to him from the sure word of God, and used the lines which had lately come to him with new meaning and power.

"The soul that on Jesus hath leaned for repose

He will never, no never desert to his foes;

That soul, though all hell should endeavor to shake,

He will never, no never, no never forsake."

More recently, in glad anticipation of going home, while resting after long continued pain, he spoke gratefully of comfort given, and said:

"Jesus can make a dying bed

Feel soft as downy pillows are,

While on His breast I lean my head

And breathe my life out sweetly there."

Towards the last he repeatedly alluded to his trust, and with continued possession of his mental powers, a little time before the end he exclaimed, "Yes Lord!" and soon passed away to the unending joy and rest.  A bereaved mother, with other relatives and friends are left to mourn, but not to sorrow as those who have no hope.

 

 

 

 

Bainbridge High School Football Team - 1928

Bainbridge High School Football Team - 1928

"Echo" 1929

 

 

Left to Right

First Row:  William Hohreiter, Clifford Loudon, Rolland Peckham, Philip Roberts (Captain), John Loudon, Russell Elander, Donald Loudon, F.J. Casey (Principal)

 

Second Row:  Harrison Nelson (Coach), Karl Nickel, Harold Campbell, Renwick Walling, John Davidson, Kenneth Hoyt, Lloyd Johnson (Manager)

 

Third Row:  Walter Sherman, Orlin Hitchcock, Robert Houck, Lloyd Hubbard, Elverton Hoyt, Bruce Partridge

 

In the fall of 1928 the boys of B.H.S. became interested in foot-ball which had not been played in the school for an elapse of five years.  As football had not been played for so long a period it was necessary for new equipment and expert coaching to be exhibited.  The money for the suits and necessities was received by the sale of magazines by the whole school, while the coaching was contributed by Mr. Casey and Mr. Nelson.  To the latter we own very much credit for out great success.  It took very much time and patience to produce such football as was exhibited by the team.  Not only did these great coaches produce a winning team for the season of 1928 but for the seasons to come.  Who doesn't remember that Sidney game with third down, ten yards to go, twenty seconds to play and Captain Roberts ran thirty yards around Sidney's and for a touch-down?  Very much credit was given to the team for their wonderful exhibition in this game.

 



Harold Sherman Buys Funeral Business - 1946

Harold Sherman Buys P.L. Carpenter interest

Bainbridge News & Republican, September 5, 1946

 

Harold Sherman, of Unadilla [Otsego Co., NY], who has been connected with the business of Fisher & Carpenter since last February, has purchased the Funeral Chapel and furniture interest of P.L. Carpenter, taking possession Sept. 1.  The firm will now be known as Fisher & Sherman.  Mr. Sherman is a graduate of Unadilla High School, Albany Business College, and Simmons College of Embalming.  Prior to World War II, he had a funeral home in Unadilla, but was forced to sell out to serve his country.  He joined the Navy where he served as a Ph. M 1/C.  Mr. Sherman, who comes to Bainbridge with the highest recommendation, has the best wishes of his business associates.  Mr. and Mrs. Sherman will move to Bainbridge as soon as a house is available.

Obituaries (February 28)

Catherine Matzinger Schlucke

Utica Saturday Globe,  June 17, 1918

  

Catherine Matzinger Schlucke

 



Norwich [Chenango Co., NY]:  At the home of her son, John Matzinger, on Cortland street, last Saturday, occurred the death of Mrs. Catherine Matzinger Schlucke, aged 79 years.  Mrs. Schlucke was in her usual excellent health until Tuesday noon when she was stricken and passed away without regaining consciousness.  Deceased was born in Zurick, Switzerland, August 7, 1839, and came to the United States in February, 1882, residing at Liberty, N.Y., until the death of her husband, Joseph Matzinger, in March 1887.  She was married later to Charles Schlucke, of Jeffersonville, N.Y., where she resided until his death in 1901.  Since then she had been a resident of this city, making her home with her son and daughter, John and Mary Matzinger.  Mrs. Schlucke was a devoted member of the Broad Street M.E. Church and a constant attendant at the services there, where she made many friends who will miss her kindly presence.  She was a loving mother, a helpful friend and neighbor.  Family and church have lost a valued member in her passing.  Of her five children, four survive her:  Jacob L. Matzinger, of Liberty; Joseph, of Middletown, and Mary and John Matzinger, of this city.  A son, Ferdinand died at Middletown some 19 years ago.  Funeral services were held from her late home Wednesday afternoon.  Interment was in Mount Hope [Norwich, NY].

 

Reed William Kniskern

Bainbridge News & Republican, December 12, 1946

 

Reed William Kniskern, 53, formerly of Windsor [Broome Co., NY], died Thursday at the Veterans' Hospital, at Bath, where he had been a patient for 6-1/2 years.  He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Edna Loveland Kniskern; two daughters, Mrs. Kenneth Gilbert and Nancy Ann Kniskern, all of Windsor; three sons, Francis and Victor, of Windsor, Reed D., of Susquehanna; a granddaughter, Linda Lou Gilbert, of Windsor; five brothers, Claude Kniskern, of Utica, Leon Kniskern, of Hinesville, Vernon Kniskern, of Voorheesville, Edgar Kniskern, of Johnson City, and Raymond Kniskern, of Binghamton; a sister, Mrs. Fred Stanton, of Barnerville, also several nieces and nephews.  He was a veteran of World War I, and a member of Lloyd B. Phelps American Legion Post No. 571, of Windsor.

 

Wilma M. (Wade) Phelps

Bainbridge News & Republican, December 12, 1946

 

Mrs. Wilma M. Phelps, 46, died last Thursday morning at her home in Nineveh [Broome Co., NY], R.D.  She is survived by her husband, Vernon; a daughter, Louise; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. L.A. Wade; a brother, Harvey Wade, all of Nineveh, R.D.; a sister, Marguerite Wade, of Melrose, Mass.; two nephews, Arthur Wade, of Nineveh, and George Wade, fo Bainbridge.

 

Hiram Risley

Bainbridge News & Republican, December 12, 1946

 

Hiram Risley, of DeWitt Drive [Sidney, Delaware Co NY], died in Sidney Hospital Tuesday morning, nearly two hours after a car he was driving was struck at a grade crossing by an O.&W. freight train.  The accident occurred about 6:55 o'clock at the Union street crossing.  Mr. Risley, who was about 60 years old, was alone in his car at the time. There are no gates at the crossing and motorists are warned of oncoming trains by a flashing light.  Mr. Risley had driven his son, Harold, to the Scintilla plant and was returning to the center of the village.  The train, a regularly scheduled southbound freight, struck the front of the car.  It dragged the car for about 20 feet.  The train continued another 500 feet before it stopped.  The first aid squad of the Sidney Police Department, composed of Archer Spencer, Raymond Laraway, James Smith, Wm. Bure and R. Elander was called to the scene.  Mr. Risley was taken to the hospital in the squad's ambulance.  He died without regaining consciousness.  Attendants at the hospital refused to reveal Mr. Risley's injuries until a police investigation is completed.

 

Rev. Martin V. Williams

Bainbridge News & Republican, August 29, 1946

 

Friends of the Rev. Martin V. Williams received news of his death, Aug. 12.  He had been in ill health for many months and a patient in a sanitarium near New York City where he died.  Mr. Williams was a Methodist minister, having become a member of Wyoming Conference in 1899.  Besides having been pastor of various churches in each of the three districts of the conference, he was for several years in evangelistic work.  he came ot the Methodist Church here in 1921 and stayed until 1927.  He was a man of keen spiritual intelligence and vigorous habits, like out-of-doors life, gardening and fishing.  He won many friends here, who, though they realize that he was aged, being about 85 years, yet mourn his death.  Surviving him are his wife, a daughter, and two sons.

 

Belle Mabey

Bainbridge News & Republican, August 29, 1946

 

Mrs. Belle Mabey, 95, died at her home here Sunday morning.  She had lived many years in Sidney [Delaware Co., NY], taking an active part in community affairs.  She was a member of the Monday Club of Sidney and read a paper at the club at the age of 88.  In the spring of this year she was made an honorary member of the Federated Women's Club of New York State by the Monday Club of Sidney. She had been a semi-invalid for the past five years.  Her husband, who died many years ago, was a Civil War Veteran.  She is survived by a son, C.G. Mabey.

 

Melvin Iverson

 

Melvin Iverson, of Mt. Upton [Chenango Co., NY], was almost instantly killed when the automobile in which he was a passenger went off the road near Gilbertsville [Otsego Co., NY] and hit a tree at 1:20 a.m. today.  Donald S. Cole, 24, of Rockdale, the driver, suffered lacerations of the face and body.  [Bainbridge News & Republican, August 29, 1946]

The funeral of Melvin Iverson, 51, Mt. Upton, who was killed instantly about 1:30 a.m. Sunday, when a car in which he was a passenger left the road and crashed into a tree, was held today.  The accident occurred about one fourth mile south of Major's Inn on Route 51 in Gilbertsville. According to State Trooper Richard Chapman. Troop C. Barracks, Sidney, the driver of the car, Donald S. Cole, 24, Rockdale, fell asleep at the wheel and the car swerved from the road and crashed into a tree.  Mr. Cole suffered only minor injuries and was treated at the scene by Dr. Paul von Haeseler, Gilbertsville.  He told state police he was driving at a rate of about 40 miles an hour when he dozed off.  His car was completely wrecked.  Dr. Norman Getman, Otsego County coroner, gave a verdict of accidental death.  Mr. Iverson is survived by his wife, Audrey; his mother Clarissa; and a brother Arthur,  all of Mt. Upton.  Funeral services were held today at 2 p.m. in the Episcopal Church, Gilbertsville, the Rev. Frederick Evenson officiating.  Burial was in the Mt. Upton Cemetery.  [Binghamton Press, August 27, 1946]

 

Deonigi Menaldino

Bainbridge News & Republican, August 29, 1946

 

Deonigi Menaldine, 42, partner in the Green Gardens, Sidney [Delaware Co., NY], dine and dance spot, and Rock Inn, Mt. Upton nitery, died suddenly in the kitchen of his home Wednesday morning, Aug. 21, of coronary thrombosis.  Mr. Menaldio had attended the Walton fair the previous evening.  He apparently felt ill and had risen to take something to relieve his pain when Mrs. Menaldino heard a thump in the kitchen and found him there.

Fire - Bush Hill Farm House - 1946

Bush Hill Farm House Destroyed by Fire

Bainbridge News & Republican, December 5, 1946

 

The one-story wood frame house on the Maurice Ireland farm, Bush Hill, occupied by Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Shapley and family, was completely destroyed by fire last Friday morning; the cause of the fire is undetermined.  The blaze was first discovered by the Pixley family, neighbors, about 7:45 a.m., who turned in the fire alarm.  Apparently the interior of the entire house was ablaze before it broke out, as it was impossible to save anything upon the arrival of neighbors.  The Bainbridge Fire Department responded to the call but the fire was too far advanced upon their arrival to save anything.  No one was at home at the time the fire was discovered.  Mr. and Mrs. Shapley had gone to work in Bainbridge and their children were with a neighbor.  This is the second time that the house on this same site has been destroyed by fire in the last two years. At the time of the first fire the house was occupied by Mr. and Mrs. Francis Gunther.

 



Letter from the West, Rock Island, IL, 1883

Letter from the West

Rock Island, Illinois in 1883

 

Mr. Editor--Rock Island, Ill., is quite an interesting place on some accounts.  The city itself is not extremely fine, though it can boast of some beautiful shaded streets, many handsome and some elegant residences and lovely homes, plenty of churches and schools, fine hotels, theater, etc.  The city is long and narrow, being built between the river and bluffs.  The view from these bluffs is truly magnificent, the city of Mohne lying to the east, Davenport across the river, with Rock Island itself at your feet, and the broad, beautiful Mississippi with its numerous steamers as far as the eye can reach.  At the upper end of the city lies the island itself.  This is government property; here Uncle Sam has a large arsenal, and there are in progress of construction several very large stone and iron buildings, in these will be all the necessary and convenient machinery for the manufacture of all imaginable articles used by the government in peace or war.  As we cross the long bridge from the city, we first see a small fort, looking down the river, mounting two large guns, while a mortar, like a watch dog, lies quiet but ready for use either end of said fortification.  Then passing up a fine shaded drive we come to the guard house and gate where with military precision we salute a soldier in uniform, show our passes and drive on.  Next are two gun-yards fenced by shot and shell, formed conically upon three sides.  In these enclosures are found the cannon and mortars from the wars of many foreign nations as well as those of our own, especially those used in our late unpleasantness. After viewing these objects of curiosity and interest, we look over an immense field of ambulances, ammunition wagons, artillery carriages, etc., all waiting their turn to be taken to the repair shop.  Now comes the shops and factories already mentioned, built of Joliet lime stone and iron, fire proof, and elegantly fitted up.  If my memory serves me right there wil be twnety of these immense structures when completed.  The island and its work is now under command of Col. Ziagler, a grand type of military officer.  His residence, on the island, as well as several other officers' quarters are of stone and nicely, yes elegantly, built by Uncle Sam.  The grand drives, walks and shades in most parts are simply perfect throughout the island.  Having examined all those points of interest let us remember this island was a rebel prison during the war, and we here find two cemeteries, the first one a smooth plateau surrounded by a fine grove is where the boys in gray sleep, 8,999 in all.  A few graves have head stones, the many have none.  the cemetery is marked at each corner by an inverted brass cannon and chains running around the entire field.  Beyond and facing the morning sun, is the resting place of our boys in blue.  At the head lies Gen. Rodman, a general in the army and former commander of the island, and projector of its present use, and inventor of the Rodman rifle gun.  In the center is a fine national monument, and all over this plot, pointing heavenward, are the headstones of our comrades. The gentle breeze fans their verdant covering, they heed it not, sunshine and storm pass over them, they are undisturbed.  Lulled to rest by the continual flow of the grand old river they sweetly sleep where loving hands have placed them, and nature could not have provided a more beautiful spot.  One is delighted to see the fox squirrel running from tree to tree all over the national home, and to see the rabbit skip from place to place and to hear the multitude of sweet songsters, all seemingly tame as if cared for my some gentle hand, and indeed they are, For Col Flagler does not allow any use of fire arms on the island, consequently these furry and feathered beauties are at home and happy.  --A well Wisher.

Obituaries (February 27)

Andrew Shepardson

Utica Saturday Globe, April 25, 1903

 

 

Hon. Andrew Shepardson

Hon. Andrew Shepardson, a prominent and highly respected resident of Chenango county, died at his home in Smyrna [Chenango Co., NY], Tuesday evening, aged 74 years.  Deceased was born in Smyrna December 13, 1828.  He attended the village schools until he was 15 years of age and then entered the store of Webster Merrill, as clerk.  Later he moved to Earlville and was for a time in business for himself.  Returning to Smyrna he purchased an interest in the Munson mills and for two years conducted the same, until 1869, when he was appointed station agent for the N.Y.O.&W. at that place, which position he held for some years.  Mr. Shepardson was a leading Republican of his town and had occupied many offices of trust.  He was for one or two terms a justice of the peace and in 1870 was elected member of Assembly from this county and served two terms with credit to himself and his constituents.  In 1872 he was first elected county clerk, succeeding the late James G Thompson, and was the choice of the people for the office for four terms, or 12 years, during 1873-'85.  He had been supervisor of his town for several terms and was for two or three years chairman of the board.  He also served a year as assistant United States internal revenue assessor under the late judge David Follett, of this village [Norwich, NY]. While a resident of Earlville he married Miss Emma Dalmon, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Dalmon, of that place.  She died some years ago. He is survived by two sons and a daughter, Walter A. Shepardson, of Otselic; John W. Shepardson, of Smyrna, and Mrs. Edward P. Lyon, of Brooklyn.  His funeral was held from his late home this Friday afternoon.

 

Jehial Evans

1795 - 1884

 

Jehial Evans, who died on Wednesday of last week was the oldest man in town.  He was one of the first trustees of the village of Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY] when the village was incorporated in 1829, the late Col. Juliand being President of the Board of Trustees at that time.  Dr. Wm. D. Purple, of Greene, is the only one of the original officers of that board, now living [in 1884].  Mr. Evans lived to a ripe old age and was honored and respected by all who knew him.  His ancestors were the first settlers of the town, and at one time owned nearly all the land in this vicinity.  Thus another old landmark has passed away.  [Buried Presbyterian Cemetery, Bainbridge, NY]

 

Carrie A. Barnes
1862 - 1884

 

Tuesday of last week Miss Carrie A. Barnes, died at the residence of her sister, Mrs. W.M. Hastings, in this village, aged 22.  The funeral services were held on Friday, at the house, Rev. E.O. Holyoke officiating, and the remains taken to Norwich for interment in the cemetery at that place, Rev. H.A. Delano conducting the burial service.  For the past six months Miss Barnes' death was hourly expected and when the final summons came her friends were not unprepared.  It seems sad that one so young, and one who but a short time since was in the best of health and spirits should be called to part with friends and relatives, but the relentless foe, consumption, knows not compassion, and the sorrowing friends can only turn for solace to the Supreme Being who holds us all in the hollow of His hand.

Clarisse Schofield

1837 - 1880

Entered into rest, April 24, 1880, Mrs. Clarisse Schofield, in the 44th year of her age.  In the death of one, who in her affliction has won the sympathy and love of all who knew her, we are again reminded of the uncertainties of life, and that here we have no "continuing city but we seek one to come."  Though she has passed from earthly scenes, yet her memory lives and will be fondly cherished by those, who have been associated with her, and administered unto her wants, so long as memory exists. We shall always remember her feeble, faltering steps as we have met her from time to time in the home circle, and in our neighborhood visits, and once during the winter have we met her in the social circle, though at the time we would not have recognized her, for disease had then, in its progress, left its impress upon every feature.  These reflections are mingled with sadness, for her voice is forever hushed and loving hands have bourne her to her last resting place, there to sleep the years away.  A short time previous to her sickness she experienced a hope in the Saviour, and during long and weary months  which followed, though deprived of religious associations, her faith in Christ was the bright and morning star of her life.  No cloud could ever obscure from her its brightness, but it shone forth in all its beauty to brighten her pathway through the dark valley, as she approached nearer and nearer to her last great change.  These afflictions are sent to us for our good.  They teach us that earth is not home, and that our existence here is only an allotted time given us to prepare for a higher and holier state of existence. 

"If naught but roses bloomed upon our way,

If clouds ne'er dimmed the beauty of the day,

'If ne'er upon our hearts was laid the chastening rod,

We might forget the pathway that leadest unto God."

It is always with sadness that we approach the open grave, and if we were only to contemplate the sad thought, that it must soon conceal from our sight forever, the form of those we love, clouds would gather from which no ray of sunlight could ever penetrate.  Our cup of sorrow would be filled to over flowing.  The Christian whose soul is radiant with the light of Heaven looks beyond the clouded horizon to the things which are not seen, and to him is revealed the silver lining in all its brightness.   As we mourn over the departure of loved ones that have gone from our homes from time to time, we realize that there is within the heart a void that no balm can heal no cup can fill, but let us look with bright anticipation to the resurrection morn when we too shall be clothed in immortality and sit with them by the silver stream, upon whose margin grow ever glooming flowers.

Maybelle & Metta Mackle

Maybelle, daughter of Sarah Mackle, died in Rochester [Monroe Co., NY] of scarlet fever, July 2d, 1868, aged 8 years and 3 months.

Metta, second daughter of Sarah Mackle, died of scarlet fever, July 4th, 1868, aged 5 years and 7 months.

These two dear little children were all the widowed mother had.  They were bright, active little girls, the joy of the mother's heart and the light of her home.  Maybelle was an unusually thoughtful child.  Having lost her father a year or two since, she dwelt much on heaven and going to him.  So familiarly would she speak of death, and heavenly things, that her mother startled, would check her when she would add, "Why, mamma, I do think it would be nice to die and go to papa."  She seemed never to have felt there was a chill in death or a gloom in the grave.  When first taken ill, she said confidently and cheerfully "I never shall get well," and would sing so sweetly our beautiful Sabbath School hymns.  Her favorite was constantly on her lips.

"O mother do not weep for me,

I'm not afraid to die;

You lip is trembling and I see

The tears are in your eye.

 

"for mother I shall wear bright wings,

I'll be an angel too;

And then before God's golden throne

I'll kneel and pray for you.'

 

Dear little Maybelle!  so early folded; white robes are yours and an immortal crown.

 

Metta, always a frail child, clung to life wonderfully, but failed rapidly after the death of her little sister.  When in the agony of death, she threw her arms around her mother's neck, and cried, "O mamma, mamma!" as if conscious of the separation that was taking place.  Alas!  the mother must tarry, alone and bereft; the graves of her husband and four little ones, her heritage, white it is for such as she to prove--"Earth has no sorrow, that Heaven cannot heal"  Rochester, July 25, 1868.

 

Sidney Dimock Writes from Colorado Mine Country - 1880

From The Mines

Roaring Fork River, Col. June 6, 1880

 

Editor Republican,

I am now in camp on Roaring Fork River, fifteen miles from the eastern boundary of the Ute Indian Reservation.  Sixty miles from Leadville "as the crow flies," and 150 miles the route I came, "around the horn."  The trip from Leadville here is a novelty to one who has never traveled among the Rockies.  I will give you a few hints on mountain travel.  After the 15th of May, leaving Leadville, we go five miles; then cross the head waters of the Arkansas river, and strike camp, the first night fifteen miles out among the snow-clad mountains.  There some parties tell us we can kill a cinamon or black bear by going a few hundred yards up the mountain, but we conclude we have not lost any bear, and let the matter rest; then we roll ourselves up in our blankets and pass a comfortless night surrounded with snow.  Towards morning we are warned of the approaching day, by one of "Balsam's pets;" get up at daybreak, prepared breakfast, which consists of bacon, bread and coffee, then load our supplies on our horses first; then lash them on with ropes in a way known only to experienced packers, and they must be well balanced to prevent the pack-animals from getting off the trail.  When once off the trail they are liable to fall (many times on the route) from one to two thousand feet below the trail.  You can have but little idea of the extent and grandeur of the Rocky mountains, without once traveling among them. We crossed rivers, canyons, and mountain gorges, that you would consider impossible for man or beast to traverse.  Some days we would travel ten or fifteen miles down a beautiful valley in a cloud of dust; then again, we would find ourselves plodding along across a mountain range in a fearful snow storm. Snow storms are of frequent occurrence here during the months of May and June, and the high ranges are now covered with the "beautiful," and look as white as ever you saw Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY] hills in mid-winter.  You can judge of the number of men going out prospecting all through the mountains.  Five hundred men passed over the trail in five days, and there are hundreds going out on other trails to different points in Colorado.  By the way, I saw one man who had found a bonanza in the shape of a toll bridge across Eagle river, a stream of the size of the Susquehanna. The bridge could not have cost over one hundred dollars (made of logs and poles), and he was charging fifty cents for each animal that crossed; making from twenty to fifty dollars per day.

 

While on the journey I came up to a party who had just brought down a splendid doe, near the trail, and one of the men proved to be Jo Pearsall of Bainbridge.  Jo is now camped five miles from here, near the Highland mines.  Some of the mines here are very rich, and the owners are asking from one hundred to five hundred thousand dollars for a single mine or claim.  A claim (the amount of ground one man is entitled to hold), is fifteen hundred feet long and three hundred feet wide.  A certain amount of work must be done on the mine in order to hold it for one year.  I will mention a mine that I looked at two days ago. One of the original discovering party had more ground than he could work, and gave it to a boy friend of his, not thinking it was of any value, the young man kept it a short time and bonded it to an Eastern man for fifteen thousand dollars, to be paid in six moths.  The mine is now being worked, and is producing rich ore. The mines here are not so extensive as has been represented, as is always the case in new camps.  I am satisfied, with the country, and will, or intend to remain here this summer.  Hundreds of people are arriving here daily.  Some stop, while others go to Ruby City and other new camps.  I was on the mountain the 5th of June, and walked upon snow banks ten feet deep.  While on the summit I could get a view Southward for 75 to 100 miles of almost an endless chain of mountains.  Every day when out among the miners, I notice venison or elk meat hanging in the trees.  The air is so pure it will keep for weeks (if you don't eat it).  Three of our party are out hunting and expect to bring in two weeks' supply of elk or deer, and possibly a cinamon bear. The time for trout fishing has not arrived, as the rivers and their tributaries are at their highest point with snow water on its way to the Gulf of Mexico.  I must tell you that I walked the whole distance from Leadville here, packing my supplies on a horse that I bought in Leadville.  Provisions are high here at present.  Cows have just arrived and milk is selling at one dollar per gallon; flour, $20 per hundred; other articles in proportion.  I think of going to Leadville in two weeks after supplies.  One mule train of forty animals passed our tent two days ago with stores of  Highland camp.  I have now written more than I intended;  Farewell.

 

Sidney Dimock

Marriages (February 26)

Cole - Wright

From the Iowa State Register of April 25th [1890], published at Des Moines we glean:  "Last evening, Mr. S. Spencer Cole and Mrs. Carrie E. Wright were married at their future home, 1226 Sixth Avenue, by Rev. A.H. Ames. The relatives of the contracting parties and a few friends only were present.  The bride was beautifully dressed in heliotrope silk with rainbow front and heliotrope passementrie and gloves to match.  The only ornaments were a few carnations worn in the hair.  A reception followed the wedding when the happy couple received the congratulations of many friends.  Both parties are well known in the city having lived here many years.  The bride is a lady of many social qualities and the groom, who is a nephew of Judge Cole, is a prosperous young attorney."  Mrs. Cole is a sister of W.M.  Hastings of this village, and many friends in this section can but wish her and hers' Heaven's choicest blessings.

Clark - Webb

Bainbridge News & Republican, December 5, 1946

Miss Jeanne M. Webb, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Royal B. Webb, Oneonta, and John R. Clark, son of Mrs. Mary H. Clark, Walton, were united in marriage Sunday afternoon at the parsonage of the Cooperstown Methodist Church by the Rev. C.L. Andrews.  The double ring service was used.  After the ceremony, a dinner was held in the Cooper inn at Cooperstown, after which Mr. and Mrs. Clark left for a week's wedding trip to Quebec, Canada.  On their return they will be at home in Walton [Delaware Co., NY].  Mrs. Clark is a graduate of Oneonta High School and the Bellevue school of nursing in New York City.  Mr. Clark is an alumnus of Walton High School and Syracuse University.

Warren - Wood

Bainbridge News & Republican, December 5, 1946

Miss Sandra J. Wood, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harlan J. Wood, Walton [Delaware Co., NY], and Gilbert G. Warren, also of Walton, were married at the parsonage of the First Congregational church on Thursday evening, Nov. 21.  The double ring service was used, the bride's pastor, the Rev. H.H. Bergen, officiating at the ceremony.  The bride graduated from Walton High School in June, 1946, and is now employed by the Delaware Telephone Company.  The bridegroom, son of William Warren, of Liberty, enlisted in the navy Sept. 28. 1943, and was discharged Apr. 5, 1946, with the rating of radioman, 3rd class after service in the Asiatic-Pacific theatre.  He is now completing his studies at Walton High School.  Mr. and Mrs. Warren will make their home in Walton.

Warner - Vanderzee

Bainbridge News & Republican, December 5, 1946

Miss Catherine Vanderzee, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Vanderzee, Walton [Delaware Co., NY], and Richard E. Warner, son of Mr. and Mrs. John J. Warner, also of Walton, were united in marriage Saturday morning in a double ring ceremony performed in Kingston.  After a wedding trip to New York, Mr. and Mrs. Warner will be at home in Walton.  Mrs. Warner is a graduate of Walton High School and is employed by the New York State Electric and Gas Corporation.  Mr. Warner is also a graduate of Walton High School and a veteran of the World War, in which he saw service in Africa and Italy from Feb. 1944 to Sept. 1945.

Obituaries (February 26)

Cornelia E. (Maydole) Merritt

Utica Saturday Globe, April 25, 1903

 

 

Mrs. Cornelia E. (Maydole) Merritt

 

Norwich [Chenango Co., NY]:  After an illness of several weeks, Mrs. Cornelia E. Merritt died at her home on North Broad street on Friday afternoon of last week.  She suffered a stroke of paralysis on February 20 and never rallied from the shock.  Mrs. Merritt was the youngest and last surviving daughter of the late David and Mary Hartshorn Maydole and was born in Eaton, N.Y., where she resided until 5 years old, when her parents removed to this village and her father laid the foundation of the hammermaking industry which has since made the name of David Maydole familiar the world over.  Here she grew to girlhood and attended the old Norwich Academy, completing her education at Cazenovia Seminary and in the study of art in New York.  While engaged in that study she met Andy Hartshorn, a resident of the metropolis, whom she married in 1854.  One daughter, Mrs. May M. Campbell, of this village, widow of the late Editor Reed Campbell, survives this union.  In 1862 she married the late Charles H. Merritt, with whom she spent a long and happy married life of 29 years before his death in October, 1890.  One daughter, Nettie M. Crombie, survives this marriage.  Her death brings to a close the career of an exceptional woman, conspicuous for years among the residents of this village.  While not lacking in the womanly instincts and love of home, she possessed a natural aptness for business management, which had become thoroughly developed by close and constant association with her father in his manufacturing interests.  Her judgment on matters pertaining to this business was so keen and her knowledge of the details so comprehensive that when by the death of her father in 1882 and of her husband, the first president of the Incorporated company, eight years later, she became the half owner of the hammer factory, she was well equipped to look after her interests therein.  For a number of years she was vice president of the company and a year ago, upon the death of the then president, Hon. Cyrus H Martin, she was chosen his successor.  During her participation in the management of its affairs many changes and improvements were made in the arrangement of the plant and the new buildings erected during the past year by which the capacity was doubled. From the preparation of the plans, she had watched carefully the progress of the work and looked forward eagerly to the day when these buildings designed with especial care for health and comfort and now nearly completed, should be occupied.  In 1891 Mrs. Merritt purchased the Chenango Telegraph and later became the proprietor of the Morning Sun, established by her son-in-law Reed Campbell.  She also acquired large realty holdings and was the owner of several business blocks, being one of the largest taxpayers in the village.  The indulgence of her love for the beautiful found gratification in the furnishings of her home, which was replete with works of art and literature.  In 1894, accompanied by her daughters, she made an extended tour in Europe and later in the Bermudas, where many of the handsome adornments of her home were collected.  In her youth she became a member of the Congregational Church and for a number of years was a teacher in the Sunday school and an efficient officer in various auxiliaries, and was ever interested in the work of the church and one of its generous supporters.  She identified herself with every movement for the bettering or beautifying of the village.  She was a leading spirit in the organization and work of the Ladies Village improvement Association and for 20 years was the president.  During the period of her presidency many of the lasting and substantial improvements for which the association is responsible were inaugurated, among them being the grading and curbing of the public parks, the building of the receiving vault in Mount Hope Cemetery and the erection of the fountain on Broad street.  Her deep interest in the success of her various enterprises and keen desire for the progress and development of the village did not crowd out of her life a thoughtful care for those less fortunate. To the sick and needy she was always generous and her timely assistance heightened the dark hours in many homes.  By her employees, for whose welfare she was always considerate, remembrances of many kindnesses will ever be treasured.  Funeral services were held form the family residence on North Broad street on Monday afternoon at 3 o'clock, Rev. D.W. Dexter, pastor of the Congregational Church, officiating.  The casket rested in the south parlor and was surrounded with a profusion of cut flowers and floral designs. The services were largely attended, the employees of the hammer factory attending in a body, as did also the employees of the Morning Sun and Chenango Telegraph and a delegation from the L.V.I.A. Maydole Hose Company in full uniform acted as escort to the cemetery.  The singing was by a quartet consisting of Lewis H. Burnside, Mrs. B.W. Stover, Mr. and Mrs. Harvey H. Daniels.  The bearers were Hon. Albert F. Gladding, Hon. Jotham P. Alids, Hon. William P. Jenks, T. DeWitt Miller, Edward l. Nash, Ransom D. Brooks and Augustus E. Race.  The business places were closed during the passage of the procession to Mt. Hope Cemetery [Norwich, NY], where the remains were laid away in the family plot.

 

Stowell Jacquins
1797 - 1890

 

Death has claimed this week two of our oldest and very much respected citizens.  On Sunday morning June 22, 1890, at the home of his son, Emery Jacquins, near this village the spirit of Stowell Jaquins left its tenement of clay and passed to the reward on the other side.  The funeral was held Tuesday and the remains were laid to rest in the cemetery on the farm owned by Michael Frank.  Mr. Jaquins was 92 years and 9 months old and for years had been an honored and respected citizen of this town.  It will be remembered that he sustained an injury from a fall a few weeks ago the effects of which no doubt hastened his death.

Briggs Lyon

1805 - 1890

After a lingering illness of heart disease, Mr. Briggs Lyon quietly breathed his last Monday morning, June 23, 1890, at his home on South Main street, in this village [Bainbridge, Chenango Co., NY], aged 84 years.  The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon with interment in Green Lawn cemetery [Bainbridge, NY], Rev. Blair conducting the services.  Mr. Lyon has been a life-long resident of ths town--an honored and respected citizen--a loving husband and a kind father.  A wife and seven children survive him.  The children are Mrs. Hamilton Greene, Mrs. Smith Lane, Mrs. Luman lane, and Mrs. Frank Davis, all of this town; T.J. Lyon of Binghamton, J.E. Lyon of Unadilla and Orville Lyon , who lives in Pennsylvania.  [Note:  Briggs Lyon has a stone in West Bainbridge Cemetery where many other Lyon family members are buried].

Daniel Niven

1816 - 1890

Daniel Niven died at his home in Binghamton Monday evening [May 5, 1890], aged 74 years.  He was born and spent the best part of his life on a farm at Coventry [Chenango Co., NY].  About 20 years ago he went into the mercantile business at Nineveh, and for the past 8 years has lived at Binghamton [Broome Co., NY].  He was a prominent member of the M.E. church and an ardent republican, his influence being strongly felt in this county.  His remains were buried at Coventry Wednesday.

Bainbridge High School, Class of 1948, Part 2

Bainbridge Central High School - Class of 1948

Senior Portraits

"Echo" 1948

 

 

William Collinge

"Willie"

What will be missed most:  Sports

Can you imagine him as the second Frank Sinatra

 

Helen Corbin

"Corbin"

What will be missed most:  Latin

Can you imagine her as Gypsy R. Lee's understudy

Greatest ambition:  To get in college

 

Shirley Davidson

"Shirl"

Can you imagine her as a Rockette

Greatest ambition:  secretary

 

 

Ruth Drachler

"Ruthie"

Class Treasurer
What will be missed most:  Typing

Can you imagine her as a famous pianist

Greatest ambition:  secretary

 

Barbara Fenner

"Fenner"

What will be missed most:  Basketball and the girls

Can you imagine her without comments

Greatest ambition:  graduate from High

 

 

 

Lillian Flyzik

"Lil"

What I'll miss most:  Rex and Steve

Can you imagine her not flirting

Greatest ambition:  great dancer

 



Marriages (February 25)

Mr. & Mrs. Leroy N. Searles

Bainbridge News & Republican, December 5, 1946

 

Mr. & Mrs. Leroy N. Searles

 

Mr. and Mrs. Leroy N. Searles celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary with a buffet luncheon at their home, 20 Johnson street [Bainbridge, Chenango Co., NY], Sunday, Nov. 17, 1946.  The table was centered with a two-tiered cake encircled with yellow pompons. Yellow and green candles flanked the cake and yellow and white chrysanthemums and pompons completed the decorations. A purse of money and other gifts were presented to the guests of honor.  Miss Mary King was united in marriage to Leroy N. Searles Nov. 17, 1886 in North Sanford [Broome Co., NY] by the Rev. H.C. Leach.  Guests at the celebration included:  Mr. and Mrs. Earl Davis, Mr. and Mrs. Ward Searles and daughters, Emily and Carol Ann, Mr. and Mrs. B.C. Moretz and sons, Keith and Dean, of Bainbridge; Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Searles and son, Robert, of Oneonta; Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Buckely and sons, Carter and Richard, of Providence, R.I.; Mr. and Mrs. Homer King, of Sidney; Mr. and Mrs. Andrew King and Mrs. Jennie Pendell, of Afton; Mrs. Laura Yaple, of Manlius; Homer Searles, Mr. and Mrs. William Plumsted and Mr. and Mrs. Henry M. Trowbridge, Jr.., of Binghamton; Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Joslyn and daughter, Nicole and Christyne, of Owego, and Arnold Yaple, of McDonough.

 

Flannery - Dalton

Bainbridge News & Republican, December 5, 1946

 

Miss Teresa Josephine Dalton, of 569 West 185th street, New York City, became the bride of Dr. Joseph M. Flannery, of Bainbridge, at a Nuptial Mass ceremony at 10 o'clock Saturday morning, Nov. 30, at the Church of St. Elizabeth, New York City.  The Rev. Thomas F. McGuire assistant pastor of the church, performed the nuptial ceremony and celebrated the Mass that followed.  Miss Helen M. Dalton, of New York, a sister of the bride, was the maid of honor, and Eric Liedquest, also of New York, acted as best man to Dr. Flannery. After the ceremony a breakfast was served the wedding party at Butler Hall in New York City.  Out of town guests present included the Rev. Charles A. Dee and Lewis Higler, both of Bainbridge.  Dr. Flannery has been for years an executive of the Borden Company and is prominent in civic, charitable and industrial circles throughout Chenango County. After a wedding trip Dr. and Mrs. Flannery plan to reside at 61 North Main street, Bainbridge.

 

Donaloio - Kishbaugh

Bainbridge News & Republican, December 5, 1946

 

Sidney [Delaware Co., NY]:  Miss Ruth Kishbaugh, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Brower, of Lanesboro, Pa., was married to Vincent T. Donaloio, son of Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Donoloio, of Sidney, Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. in the rectory of the Sacred Heart Church, with the Rev. John Kavanaugh officiating.

 

Holbert - Hulsberg

Bainbridge News & Republican, December 5, 1946

 

Miss Johanne D. Hulsberg, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hulsberg, of Coventry [Chenango Co., NY], and Victor E. Holbert, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Holbert, Sidney [Delaware Co., NY], were married Monday, Nov. 25, in Christ Church at Guilford by the Rev. Pearson in a double-ring ceremony.  A reception and dinner for the immediate families was held at the Hotel DeCumber.  On returning from a wedding trip to New York City they will reside in Bainbridge. The bride is a graduate of Afton Central School and the groom is a graduate of Bainbridge Central School.  Both are employed at the Casein plant in Bainbridge.

 

Osterwald - Greene

Bainbridge News & Republican, December 5, 1946

 

Miss Norma Greene, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Greene, of Sidney [Delaware Co., NY], was married to Carl Osterwald, son of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Herman Osterwald, also of Sidney, Saturday in the Congregational Church of that village.  The Rev. Charlton Opdyke, pastor, officiated.  A reception was held at the home of the bride following the ceremony.  The couple will live in Norwich.  The bride is a graduate of Sidney Central School, 1946, and has been employed at the Sidney Hospital as a dietitian. The bridegroom is a graduate of the Sidney school, class of 1943.  He was in the army for two and a half years.  He was released form the service in April.  He is employed by the Norwich Pharmacal Co., in Norwich.

 

 

Obituaries (February 25)

Edwin Tiffany

Utica Saturday Globe, January 21, 1905

 

 

Edwin Tiffany

Edwin Tiffany, a life-long resident of Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], died at his home on Silver street, Sunday morning last, aged 69 years.  Mr. Tiffany had been in failing health from Bright's disease for the past year, and during the past two months had become much worse, so that death was not unexpected.  Mr. Tiffany's age was 69 years, he having been born in Kings's Settlement, January 31, 1836.  There he grew to manhood, successfully following the occupation of farming.  In early life he was a member of the Methodist Church and a singer in the choir.  He was a man of pleasing personal qualities and had made many friends.  February 20, 1854, he married Mary A. King, who died about 11 years ago.  Thirty-six years ago Mr. Tiffany left his farm and took up his residence in this village, where for a brief portion of their period he engaged in the grocery business.  The surviving relatives are a daughter, Mrs. George H. Rowe, of this village, and a son, George H . Tiffany, of St. Paul, Minn., and two grandchildren.  A brother, William R. Tiffany, of King's Settlement, died about five years ago.  Funeral services were held from his late residence on Silver street, Wednesday morning at 10 o'clock, Rev. Wilson Treible officiating.  Burial was made in the family cemetery at King's Settlement.

Samuel Burke

Bainbridge News & Republican, December 5, 1946

Samuel Burke, 71, formerly of Sanford [Broome Co., NY], was found dead early Tuesday afternoon by his employer O.A. Peck, up on the hill in back of the Peck farm, the former Talcott farm, South of Bainbridge [Chenango Co. NY].  Mr. Burke, who had been suffering from heart trouble, apparently died from a heart attack between 12 noon and 1:30 p.m.  He had gone up on the hill with a team of horses hitched to a wagon, and when found by Mr. Peck, he was sitting on the ground leaning against a wheel of the wagon; and the team was unhitched from the wagon.  Mr. Burke has been employed by Mr. Peck for the past three years, and he and his wife have lived in a trailer on the Peck farm.  Besides his wife, he is survived by 10 children, two half-brothers and 13 grandchildren.  Funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock, at the Fisher & Sherman Chapel, Bainbridge, with the Rev. Fabin, of Oquaga, officiating. Burial will be in Harpursville [Broome Co., nY].

Charles A. Elliott

Bainbridge News & Republican, December 5, 1946

Charles A. Elliott, 65, died suddenly Saturday, while hunting on his farm at Coventry [Chenango Co., NY].  He is survived by two sons, Aubrey Elliott, of Coventry, with whom he made his home, and Lawrence Elliott, of Windsor; four daughters, Mrs. Richard Hoyt, of Greene, Winona Elliott, of Binghamton, Liva Elliott, of Norwich, and Mrs. Lillian Holcomb, of South New Berlin; also 11 grandchildren.  Funeral services were held at the Harry B. Rogers Funeral Home in Greene.

Richard KIng

Bainbridge News & Republican, December 5, 1946

Fox Memorial  Hospital, today reported that a three-month-old infant, Richard King, had been brought in yesterday morning and was found dead on arrival.  The 20-year-old mother, Marjorie King, of Otego [Otsego Co., NY], reported to hospital authorities that she had put the child to bed at 2 a.m. yesterday and upon awakening at 10 a.m. had found him dead.  An autopsy performed on Wednesday morning showed that the baby died of bronchial pneumonia.

John B. Wooster

Bainbridge News & Republican, December 5, 1946

John B. Wooster passed away at his home in Guilford Center [Chenango Co., NY] on Nov. 29.  He was born April 22, 1869, the son of Lulu (Bennett) Wooster and Aaron Wooster.  He was born in the same house where he died.  He was never married and leaves no near relatives.  All of his entire life was spent in the town of Guilford.  He worked for many years in the Guilford Center Station and Feed Store and after that in the creamery at Guilford.  He was a member and elder in the Presbyterian Church at Guilford Center. A man of sterling character, loved and respected by all who knew him.  His wise counsel and cheery manner will be missed by a host of friends. Final rites were held from the Guilford Center church Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock, the pastor, the Rev. Harold A. McKenzie, officiating.  Burial in the Guilford Center cemetery.

Ida May Day

Bainbridge News & Republican, December 5, 1946

Ida May Day, aged 83 years, passed away Sunday, Nov. 25, at the home of her niece, Mrs. Marshall Richardson, in Elmira.  She was born in Guilford [Chenango Co., NY] and much of her life was spent in this vicinity.  An only brother, Edward C. Day, of Guilford, survives.  Final rites were held from the Baptist Church in Mt. Upton, Wednesday afternoon    at 2 o'clock, the Rev. George Ellin, of the Sidney Baptist Church, officiating. Burial in the Mt. Upton cemetery.  Mr. and Mrs. E.C. Day, of Guilford, and daughter, Mrs. Helen Rutledge, of Binghamton, attended.

Catherine Manley

Bainbridge News & Republican, December 5, 1946

Afton [Chenango Co., NY]:  An 11-year-old Afton girl was killed when she was struck by a truck on route 41, opposite the Afton fairgrounds at 5 p.m. today.  She is Catherine Manley, who, according to reports of the State Police at Sidney, was walking east along the road, facing the direction of traffic.  She was struck by a Packard wrecker owned by Arthur Wade, of Nineveh, and operated by his wife, Ada, 30, Troopers said.  Mrs. Wade told police that she had been momentarily blinded by the headlights of an oncoming vehicle and did not see the child.  Acting coroner Heinz Cohn, of Afton, rendered a verdict of accidental death.

Walking in Route 41, opposite the Afton fairgrounds, 11-year-old Catherine Manley of Afton was struck and killed by an automobile wrecker late yesterday afternoon.  She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Elwyn F. Manley.  According to First Sgt. William Driscoll of the Sidney barracks, the girl was walking east when she was struck.  She was hit by a 1930 Packard wrecker driven by Mrs. Ada Wade, 30, of Nineveh.  The truck is owned by her husband, Arthur Wade, of Nineveh.  No charges were pressed against Mrs. Wade.  She told police that she had been momentarily blinded by the headlights of an oncoming car and did not see the child.  Acting Coroner Heinz Cohn of Afton rendered a verdict of accidental death.  The body was taken to the Karschner Funeral Home in Afton.  Besides her parents she is survived by two brothers, Richard D. and Kenneth R. Manley of Afton; maternal grandmother, Mrs. Katherine Wood of Troy; her paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Leroy Manley of Norwich; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins.  Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Friday at the funeral home with the Rev. M.H. Patton officiating.  Burial will be in Mt. Hope Cemetery, Norwich [Chenango Co., NY].  [Binghamton Press, November 27, 1946]