Obituaries (August 24)

Gracie Owens

Bainbridge Republican, January 30, 1880

Gracie [Owens], a little child of Mrs. Alice Owens, died Friday night with scarlet fever. The funeral was held at the Baptist church Sunday, at 11 o'clock, and the remains taken to South New Berlin for interment.

David P. Eldridge

Bainbridge Republican, January 16, 1880

David P. Eldridge died of dropsy, at his residence in North Pitcher, Chenango county, N.Y.  November 29th, 1879, in the eighty-first year of his age.  He was born at Willington, Conn., October 10th, 1799, and came here with his father's family in 1802.  He was married in 1822 to Betsy West, by whom he had eleven children, of whom eight are now living, one son, Rev. Enoch Eldredge being a member of the Wyoming Conference.  Brother Eldredge was converted in 1831, and remained until the day of his death a faithful member of the M.E. Church.  He retained his mental faculties until the last, and died trusting in the same God who had been his support and abiding strength for nearly half a century.  he leaves an aged companion who expects soon to join him in that home where partings are unknown.  Telegraph.   C.D. Smith

Arden Shawler Miller

Died April 9, 1939, Columbus, NY

Following an illness of several weeks, Arden Shawler Miller, 15, died Easter Sunday at the farm residence of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Miller, at Columbus [Chenango Co., NY].  His death is a source of much sorrow to his family and  a large circle of friends.  Stricken with a septic throat infection a few weeks ago, his condition was not considered serious until a week ago when a heart ailment caused his illness to become critical. A youth of sterling character and talents that promised a bright future, his untimely death is mourned.  Active in 4-H work for six years, he was a member of the Future Farmers of America and a sophomore in the New Berlin central school where he was popular and held in deep affection by teachers and classmates.  He was an active member of the Columbus Quarter Baptist church. Besides his parents the youth is survived by one sister, Reba, and one brother, Malcolm Miller, also his grandmother, Mrs. Bertha Shawler.  Funeral services will be held from the Columbus Quarter Baptist church at 2 o'clock Wednesday afternoon. Burial will be made in the Lamb's Corners cemetery.

Lena M. (Lyons) Miles

Died September 3, 1941, Utica, NY

Mrs. Robert H. Miles, former resident of Norwich, died early Wednesday morning after a brief illness at her home, 928 Churchill avenue, Utica [Oneida Co., NY].  She was born in South New Berlin [Chenango Co., NY] and lived there in girlhood.  She resided in Norwich for some years before going to Utica, where she had lived for many years. The deceased enjoyed a wide acquaintance throughout Chenango county. Friends and relatives in this city and wherever the deceased was known will sincerely regret her passing.  Besides her husband she leaves a daughter, Miss Mary Miles, two sons, Frank and Raymond Miles, two grandchildren, Misses Joan and Diana Miles, one sister, Mrs. Harry Thomas, all of Utica. She also leaves a brother, Edward J. Lyons of Norwich and several nephews and nieces. A brother Charles E. Lyons of Norwich died a few months ago.  Funeral services are to be held at the late home in Utica Saturday morning at 9 o'clock, and at the Sacred Heart church, Utica, at 9:30.  Interment will be in St. Paul's cemetery, Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], Saturday noon.

Helen Elizabeth (Griswold) Millar

Died October 9, 1942, Bronx, NY

Helen Griswold Millar died Friday morning, October 9, 1942 at the Kane Pavilion, 183rd street and 3rd avenue, Bronx, New York, following a serious illness during March and April at St. Luke's Hospital, New York.  The daughter of Robert Bell Griswold, a teacher in Oxford Academy and Civil War veteran, member of Company L., Volunteers, New York Cavalry, and Helen Elizabeth Bagg Griswold, a teacher, Helen Elizabeth Griswold was born at Chenango lake [Chenango Co., NY], September 19, 1877.  Her education began in Morris Select School, continued in Norwich high school from which she was graduated in 1896. Graduating from the Norwich Teachers' Training Class a year later she taught in vicinity schools, studied at Oneonta State Teachers' College in summers of 1925, 1926, 1927 and taught in Delaware and Schoharie county schools until 1929.  She was married March 8, 1900, to Norman W. Millar of Binghamton, who died May 4, 1941. They lived in Norwich, Hobart and Stamford, N.Y. She was a member of St. Peter's church, Hobart, N.Y.  Three daughters survive, Ardath, Now Mrs. M.H. Drumm of Oquaga lake, N.Y.; Helen, Mrs. H.C. Matthews of Lexington, N.Y. and Evelyn Millar of New York, also numerous cousins in Norwich and South New Berlin.  Funeral services were held at the Baptist church, South New Berlin, N.Y., Sunday at three o'clock, Rev. C.H. Skinner read the Episcopalian service.  Mrs. LaVern Anderson was soloist. There were beautiful floral pieces from relatives and friends. Burial was at Riverside cemetery, South New Berlin in the family plot of Gamaliel Bagg, her grandfather.

Death Notices

Chenango American, September 19, 1861

In Smithville [Chenango Co., NY], on the 15th inst., Miss Margaret E. Hatrick, aged 17 years.

In this town [Greene, Chenango Co., NY], on the 15th inst., Lucinda [Cummings], wife of Chandler Cummings.

In Smithville [Chenango Co., NY], on the 17th inst., Willie [Porter], infant son of Geo. W. and H.S. Porter.

In New York, on the 6th inst., Mr. Calvin Franklin, formerly of this village [Greene, NY], aged 52 years.

Letter from Miletus A. Hotchkiss - Civil War Soldier - 1861

Letter from Miletus A. Hotchkiss

17th New York Volunteer Infantry

Chenango American, October 6, 1887

Letter Extracts

We have been furnished with the following extracts from a letter from Miletus A. Hotchkiss of Smithville, a volunteer now in camp at Washington.

Head Quarters 17th Regiment, Sept. 1, 1861

Dear Sister....You ask for the news from our camp.  I will give you such as I have at present. We are within about 7 miles of the enemy's large batteries, at the Point of Rocks, where they are daily strengthening themselves for our reception. They expect to meet us again and defeat us.  We shall have more experienced officers in the next fight, and if they are true, we will fight until victory or death is our portion. We are determined that defeat shall never disgrace us again. The 17th Regiment wish to be victorious or remain upon the battle field.  It is a glorious sight to stand upon the rise of ground which we occupy and look out upon the preparations for the coming contest. Baggage wagons are continually thronging the road while here and there the great procession is intermixed with heavy guns, all trundling towards the set of war.  There passed us yesterday 150 wagons, 43 cannon and about 10,000 men on foot, with numberless cavalry;  one and all, from the beardless boy to the stern man, bound to reap victory or death.  We are held in readiness to march at a moments notice.  Our Colonel has promised us a chance in the next battle.  We are all anxious to avenge the murder of our wounded left upon the bloody field of Bull Run, and sweet revenge it shall be if we ever get at them.  They inhumanly butchered our wounded upon the battle ground, and blood cries out to us that it must be avenged. There is now lying in my tent one of the wounded at Bull Run.  He tells hard stories concerning the battle.

Two of our regiment were captured today by the rebels, while venturing too near their lines.  Capt. Arnold of the Artillery, wanted a company to help him plant his Artillery in a position to rake the rebel batteries.  our Colonel gave him Co. H (our company) because he said the boys would stick to him.  He looked us over and said we were the boys he wanted, and we gave him hearty cheers for preferring us.  We go tomorrow, and so you see we may perhaps have a fight before it is over. We will not disgrace Chenango if we do.  My health is good.  I am Sergeant, and at present officer of the Guard which consists of 80 men  (rather a responsible position).  I expect to get a furlough as soon as the next great battle is over.  Perhaps I shall never see home again;  if so you must not let it trouble your mind. Tell all my friends to write.

M.A.M.

Miletus A. Hotchkiss, b. 1840, d. 22 September 1887, Buried Upper Lisle Cemetery, Triangle, Broome Co., NY; Son of Elisha Tyler and Charlotte (Schenk) Hotchkiss; Married Mary Egbertson.

From Adjutant-General Report, 17th Volunteer Infantry

HOTCHKISS, MILETAS A.:  Age, 21 years, Enlisted May 3, 1861, at Norwich; mustered in as private, Co. H, May 24, 1861, to serve two years; mustered out with company, June 2, 1863, at New York City.

Obituary, 1887:  Dr. K.C. French, of Lisle, Dr. S.P. Allen, of Whitney's Point, and Dr. A.H. Lewis, of Upper lisle, made an autopsy on Friday, of the body of Miletus A. Hotchkiss, who died suddenly at his home in Upper Lisle last Wednesday, and found that he died of chronic ulceration of the stomach. The doctors found an ulcer just above the pyloric orifice, which perforated the stomach and was the immediate cause of his death. There were scars found which showed that he had been troubled with ulceration in years past.  Mr. Hotchkiss had been a soldier and drawn a pension for that trouble, and the claim for pension of his widow seems to meet with the approval of their neighbors.--Lisle Gleaner.

Mr. Hotchkiss was a son of the late Elisha T. Hotchkiss of Smithville, and was well known here [Greene, Chenango Co., NY].  He attended our fair last month, and was sick here, we understand, but finally went home and lived but a few days.  [Chenango American, Oct. 6, 1887]

Obituaries (August 23)

Elizabeth Sarah (Nelson) Payne

Bainbridge Republican, January 16, 1880

Times, Oxford [Chenango Co., NY]:  Mrs. Payne, mother of Rev. H.N. Payne, pastor of the Presbyterian church, was found dead in her bed at his residence on Tuesday morning, the 6th inst. She had been in failing health since her residence here, arriving about two months after Mr. Payne was permanently settled. That morning he visited her room and found her dead, the body was warm, showing that death had occurred but a short time previous. A disease of the heart is thought to have been the cause of her death.  Her age was 76 years.  Her remains were taken to Janesville, Wisconsin, and interred beside those of her husband [John Payne].

Harriet E. Mesick

Died March 10, 1937, Binghamton, NY

MESICK:  Mrs. Harriet E. Mesick, 65 years old, died at 7 o'clock Wednesday night at her home, 31 Margaret Street.  She is survived by two sons, Henry P. and Ralph A. Mesick and a grandson, Addison L. Mesick, all of Binghamton. The body was removed to the J.F. Rice Funeral Home, 150 Main Street, Johnson City, where the funeral will be held at 2 o'clock Saturday afternoon. The Rev. Lloyd S. Ruland will officiate.  Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery.

Addison Lyon Mesick

Died February 15, 1932, Binghamton, NY

MESICK:  Addison Lyon Mesick, 82 years old, died at 12:30 o'clock Monday afternoon at his home, 31 Margaret Street, after a long illness. he is survived by his wife, Harriet Jayne Mesick; two sons, Henry P. and Ralph A. Mesick, and a grandson, Addison Mesick, all of this city [Binghamton, Broo0me Co., NY].  The funeral will be held at 2:30 o'clock Wednesday afternoon at the J.F. Rice funeral home, 150 Main Street, Johnson City. Rev. Lloyd S. Ruland will officiate. Burial will be in Riverside, N.Y.

Grace Brooks Medbury

Died March 3, 1935, New Berlin, NY

Funeral services were held at 2 o'clock Tuesday afternoon from St. Andrew's church, New Berlin [Chenango Co., NY], for the late Mrs. Grace Brooks Medbury whose death occurred at her home at Great Brook Sunday.  Mrs. Medbury was the daughter of George W. and Anne E. Rogers Brooks.  Her entire life had been spent in the town of New Berlin. Rev. H.H. Hadley officiated at the funeral service and burial was made in St. Andrew's cemetery.  Many sorrowing friends attended the last rites and a very profuse floral tribute was paid to the memory of a highly esteemed resident.  Deceased was born April 16, 1871.  On June 7, 1891, she was untied in marriage to William B. Medbury, who with two daughters, Mrs. R.B. Hotaling of Kenmore and Mrs. Herbert E. Poore of Jamestown, survive.  One brother Joseph A. Brooks and a sister, Miss Marcia R. Brooks and five grandchildren, also survive.  Sun

Warren Miles

Died March 28, 1941

Warren Miles, 66, of 15-1/2 Columbia street, Oneonta [Otsego Co., NY], a former resident of Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], was fatally injured Friday afternoon on the D. and H. railroad, near Fort Edward.  he was taken to the Glens Falls hospital where he died Friday evening.  According to reports received here, Mr. Miles, flagman for the D. and H., had his head out of the window of the caboose of a train when his head struck a water tower.  He had been an employee of the D. and H. nearly all of his life and would have retired in July of this year.  He was born July 15, 1874, in Smyrna [Chenango Co., NY].  He is survived by his wife, Lulu Cleveland Miles, of Oneonta; one son, Herbert Miles, of Binghamton; Four daughters, Miss Aleta Miles of Afton, Frances of Binghamton, Miss Alice Miles and Mrs. Olivia Easton of San Diego, Calif; two sisters, Mrs. Alice Graves of Hawley's Corners and Mrs. Arthur Brookins of North Norwich; three brothers, Arthur Miles of Utica, Bert Miles of Sherburne Four Corners and James Miles of East River road, Norwich; also several nieces and nephews.  Funeral services will be held Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Breese Funeral home in this city Burial will be made in Mt Hope cemetery [Norwich, NY].

Coroner Harold A. Scott of Whitehall, Washington county, after questioning five witnesses, has given a verdict of accidental death in the case of Warren Miles, D.&H. trainman, from Oneonta, who was fatally injured at Fort Edward last Friday.  Services for Miles were held at the Breese Funeral Home at 2 p.m. Monday. The injured trainman died in Glens Falls Hospital Friday night about an hour after he fell from the top of a freight train, which had stopped at Fort Edward to take on water.  Authorities said Miles was standing and signaling on the last car of the train as it backed up and apparently was struck on the head by the water spout of the tank and thrown from the car. Yardmen found him unconscious a short time later, lying between the main line tracks about 10 feet from the water spout died of a fractured skull.

Death Notices

Chenango American, August 29, 1861

In this village [Greene, Chenango Co., NY], on the 28th inst., Anna Juliand [Rathbone], daughter of Peter B. and Ellen G. Rathbone, aged 2 years and 10 months.

In Smithville [Chenango Co., NY], on the 26th inst., Albert [Cowan], son of Benj. F. Cowan, aged 10 years.

In Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], on the 20th inst., Nellie J. [Newell], infant daughter of Horace J. and Jennie A. Newell, aged 5 months and 6 days.

In Oxford [Chenango Co., NY], on the 23d inst., Miss Margaret Case, aged 84 years.

Chenango American, September 12, 1861

In Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], on the 8th inst., Mr. Consider Coomes, aged 72 years and 8 months.

In Alexandria, Va., on the 3d inst., of measles, Mr. John T Wedge, of Plymouth [Chenango Co., NY] a member of Capt. Tyrrell's Company.

Obituaries (August 22)

Margaret Hallenbeck

Chenango American, September 5, 1861

In this town [Greene, Chenango Co., NY], on the 27th ult., Margaret, relict of the late Abraham Hallenbeck, aged 99 years, 6 months, 7 days.

It seems a fitting duty to chronicle the departure of the venerable and extreme aged with something more than the mere statistics of her years. The deceased who had reached so closely on to the limits of a century of life possessed some remarkable personal points in her character and history.  Her memory ran back vividly to Revolutionary times when the Fathers of our Republic were toiling to erect that glorious temple of freedom which mad men are now seeking to destroy.  She was herself a Pensioner, for service rendered by her husband in that hallowed struggle. She had lived in this valley  a large share of her life, and had known it when it was sparsely tenanted by the white man, and when the wild beasts of the forest roamed free over this uncultivated region, and her recollections of frontier life were full of interest in the recital.  She was for many years disabled from active employment of lameness, but bore with calmness and patience this disability.  In the tranquil enjoyment of life, with serene temper, and with unclouded faculties, she saw the shadow of lengthened years deepening upon her path, and when the time of her departure came she met the summons with unshaken confidence and fortitude of soul. She had seen five generations of descendants gather round her; had buried seven children, and six survive her.  If it be the fortune of few to attain her advanced age, it is equally true that seldom do we witness such unruffled equanimity amid the infirmities of so long a life.  As we beheld her form as she was descending to the grave by easy stages, we thought of the Century Plant which blooms in such beauty just ere it withers, bearing the crown of glory ere it is gathered to its burial.

Deliah (Stinson) May

Died September 11, 1927, Holmesville, NY

Mrs. Everett May passed away at her home in Holmesville [Chenango Co., NY] Sunday afternoon at 3:45 after an illness of two weeks. She was 62 years old. Deceased is survived by her husband, Everett May; five children, Mrs. Harvey Sage and Robert E. May of Norwich, Byron May and Leon May of Holmesville and Mrs. Harlan Smith of Rockwells Mills; three brothers; four sisters and four grandchildren.  Funeral services will be held from her home at 2 o'clock Wednesday.  Burial will be made at Evergreen cemetery, White Store [Chenango Co., NY].

Ulyssus E. May

Chenango Telegraph, February 20, 1940

Ulyssus E. May died at the home of his son, B. Edward May, 35 Guernsey street [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY], Friday afternoon, aged 77 years. The deceased had been a resident of Norwich for a great many years.  He was a former employee of the O.&W. Railroad and the Maydole Hammer Company.  Mr. May was a charter member of the Maydole Hose Company and had been a member of Amicus Aerie of Eagles for many years. Besides the son mentioned he leaves another son, Ralph, of Syracuse; two brothers, Frederick and Richard of Los Angeles; four grandchildren and several nephews and nieces.  

Services for Ulyssus E. May were held at the Breese Funeral Home at 4 o'clock Sunday afternoon, Dr. G. Edgar Wolfe officiating.  Interment was made in Mt. Hope cemetery. Acting as bearers were D.H. Curnalia, William and Emil Kern, Charles Bennett, Claude Reynolds and Howard Wilbur.

George W. Meade

Died November 18, 1938, Batavia, NY

The death of George W. Meade, of Holmesville [Chenango Co., NY], World War veteran and a former Norwich resident, occurred Friday at the Veterans' hospital at Batavia from disabilities received as a member of the American Expeditionary Forces.  Mr. Meade was 40 years of age.  He resided in this city many years where for some time he was employed by the N.Y.O.&W. R.R. at the freight terminal.  For many years he served as secretary of the Ontario Hose Company.  News of his passing is a source of regret to his legion of friends.  He was admitted to the Batavia hospital a month ago.  Full military rites will be accorded this soldier, S.K. Johnson, sixth district commander, announced upon receipt of the news of his passing. The body will be brought to this city Saturday morning and funeral services are planned for Monday afternoon, probably at 2 o'clock, in the First Congregational church.  Members of the Mt. Upton Post of the American legion will attend the services in a body. The firing squad of Norwich Post 189 will be in attendance.  Commander Ray I. Smith of Norwich Post and commander Lawrence Barber of the D.A.V. issued a request that all ex-service men who can do so, attend the rites.  Burial will be made in Mt. Hope cemetery.  Besides his wife, Mary Knapp Meade, there survive six children, Jeane, Robert, Richard, Regina, Mary Lou and Thomas.

Death Notices

Chenango American, August 22, 1861

In this village [Greene, Chenango Co., NY] on the 20th inst., Sarah A. [Short], wife of N.H. Short, aged 31 years.

In Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], on the 17th inst., of consumption, Sophia Smith, widow of the late Squire Smith, aged 53 years.

In Mount Upton [Chenango Co., NY], on the 17th inst., Francis Upton Fenno, Esq., aged about 40 years.

In South Troy [Rensselear Co., NY], on the 12th inst., after an illness of four days, Mr. Hezekiah King, formerly of King's Settlement, aged 64 years.

Marriages (August 20)

Anderson - Hollenback

Married September 15, 1937, Manhattan, NY

Daniel E. Anderson, 56, a farmer, widower, of Norwich, and Miss Martha Caroline Hollenback, 55, of 507 West 121st street, New York, will be married here on September 15 in Riverside church. The ceremony will be performed by the Rev. Eugene Carder.  They procured a license to wed at the marriage burau here Monday afternoon.  Mr Anderson was born in Norwich, the son of Orrin L. and Alice Skinner Anderson.  Miss Hollenback, who is the daughter of William H. and Mary Hollenback...

Wednesday September 22, Miss Martha C. Hollenback of New York city, formerly of Owego, and Daniel E. Anderson of Norwich were married in Riverside church in new York city.  Mr. and mr.s Anderson will reside in Norwich [Chenango Co., NY].

Marshman - Case

Married August 16, 1935, North Norwich, NY

Mr. and Mrs. Linn Case of North Norwich [Chenango Co., NY] announce the marriage of their daughter, Mildred [Case], to Baumes M. Marshman, son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert S. marshman of Oxford [Chenango Co., NY], at their home at noon, Friday, Aug. 16.  The bride had as her only attendant her sister, Miss Marion Case. The best man was Norman Shriver, of Emmitsburg, Maryland, a classmate of the groom at Cornell. The bride wore a gown of blue lace with white accessories and carried a bouquet of pink gladioli. The bride's sister wore a flowered chiffon and corsage of white and deep red flowers. The Rev. Leon W Bouton, pastor of the Methodist Episcopal church of Oxford officiated at the ceremony.  The bride was graduated from Norwich high school and Oneonta normal. For the past four years she has taught in the school at North Norwich. Since attending school at Oxford academy and Cornell university, Mr. Marshman has been associated in business with his father. After a wedding trip through the western and northern part of the state, Mr and Mrs. Marshman will reside in their newly furnished home at 4 Mechanic street, Oxford.

Marsh - Lindsey

Married October 18, 1941, New Berlin, NY

The beautiful fall wedding of Miss Regina Patricia Lindsey, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C.E. Lindsey of New Berlin [Chenango Co., NY], to Edward H. Marsh, son of Mr. ad Mrs. Robert Marsh of Syracuse [Onondaga Co., NY], was solemnized at St. Andrew's church by Rev. Nelson F Park Saturday at 4 o'clock.  The chancel of the church was decorated with palms, yellow and white chrysanthemums and pompons. The bride was escorted by her father who gave her in marriage. She was attired in a white velvere satin gown with a sweetheart neckline, fitted bodice and long fitted sleeves. The fingertip veil was caught in a tiara of seed pearls. She carried a shower bouquet of white rose buds and sweet peas.  Mrs. Ralph Alsip, sister of the bride who was matron of honor, wore blue taffeta.  Miss Eleanor Turck of Rochester, maid of honor, wore pink taffeta. Both attendants of the bride carried colonial bouquets and wore tiaras of talisman roses. The groom was attended by his brother, Robert Marsh, Jr., of Syracuse.  Howard McNitt of Shrub Oak and Ralph Alsip, brothers-in-law of the bride, acted as ushers.  Harold Oakley of New Berlin was organist. The mother of the bride was attired in blue crepe with Dubonnet accessories. The mother of the groom wore maroon with black accessories. Both wore corsages of gardenias.  After the ceremony a reception was held at the home of the bride for about eighty guests. The bride is a graduate of the Rochester School for the Deaf and the Marenilo Beauty School in Schenectady and for the past year has been in business in Norwich. The groom is also a graduate of the Rochester School for the Deaf and at the present time is employed with George B. Hart Inc. in Fairport, wholesale florists. After a brief trip the young people will reside in Fairport.

Marriage Notices

Chenango American, July 11, 1861

At the house of the bride's father, on the 8d inst., by Rev. Jas. D. Webster, Mr. Eli Webb, to Miss Clara l. Race, all of this town [Greene, Chenango Co., NY].

In this village [Greene, Chenango Co., NY], on the 4th inst., by the same, Mr Samuel W. Sackett, to Mrs. Julia Frances Leonard, all of this town.

In this town [Greene, Chenango Co., NY], on the 10th inst., by the same, Mr Stephen W. Davis, to Miss Elizabeth M. Wagner, all of this town.

In Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], on the 30th ult., by the Rev. W. Peck, Mr. David Rice, of Norwich, to Miss Mary McLagan, of Guilford [Chenango Co., NY].

Chenango American, August 22, 1861

In this village [Greene, Chenango Co., NY], on the 14th inst., by Warren Gray, Esq., Geo. Edney to Charlotte [Verrill], youngest daughter of Johnny and Mary Verrill.

In North Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], on the 18th inst. by Rev. B.S. Williams, Chas. H. Aldrich to Miss Frances R Barnes, both of Plymouth [Chenango Co., NY].

In Oxford [Chenango Co., NY], on the 17th isn't., by Dan. H. Robinson, Esq., Stephen Bolt, to Miss Martha Kelsey, both of Oxford.

Bainbridge Republican, January 2, 1880

RUDD - WINSOR:  At the residence of the bride's father, Olney Winsor, by Rev. D.N. Grummon, on Wednesday, Dec. 31, Charles E. Rudd of Waterville, N.Y. [Oneida Co.] to Miss Abbie A. Winsor, of Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY].

ROBERTS - POOLE:  At the residence of the bride's father, Dec. 25, by Rev. Wm. H. Sawtell, Edward Roberts, of Bettsburg [Chenango Co., NY], to Miss Matie Poole of Nineveh [Broome Co., NY].

BUSH - SKINNER:  Dec. 25, Rufus Bush of Nineveh [Broome Co., NY] to Miss Skinner of Harpursville [Broome Co., NY].

SAXBY - ADKINS:  Dec. 25, at the residence of the bride's parents, by Rev. W.B. Stewart, W.H. Saxby of Windsor [Broome Co., NY] to Miss Fannie E. Adkins of Colesville [Broome Co., NY].

BARSTOW - MATTESTON:  In Masonville [Delaware Co., NY], Dec. 24, 1879, by the Rev. Ripley, Mr. E.S. Barstow of Coventry [Chenango Co., NY] and Miss Grace Matteston of Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY].

Letter from D.W. Tenbrook - witness to First Battle at Bull Run -1861

Letter from D.W. Tenbrook (extract)

Witness to the First Battle at Bull Run, Civil War, July 1861

Chenango American, August 22, 1861

Beauregard's army is composed of the best troops of all the South, and they were on the ground, whereas our army had to march a long distance on Sunday morning, to gain their position in line of battle. The extreme wings had to march eight miles, and then, the make of the ground was such, that our army had to keep up a line near four miles long and exposed, while the enemy were intrenched with a great number of masked batteries. When our army took their position, not an enemy was in sight, so completely were they shielded; some traitor had informed the enemy of McDowell's plan of attack.  McDowell's plan was to make a feint on the left, and then fall back to draw the enemy from their entrenchment.  Such move they paid no attention to.  Then McDowell commenced a heavy cannonade, which drove them from their position with dreadful slaughter. They were shelled out. the dead lay in heaps before they showed themselves in the open fields, when they did, our infantry routed them at once.  Our soldiers, fought nobly, bravely, and determinedly.  Unskillful and inefficient officers, did not deter the men.  Yet they suffered severely on such account.  Our men drove the enemy, from three of their important batteries, and drove them over the field near a mile.  Up to the time, that Johnson's reserve came up, the battle was fairly won.  I was where I could see the enemy, retreating in haste, their baggage wagons were moving towards Manassas, but when Johnson's reserve came up fresh, and our men exhausted, marching and fighting from 2 o'clock A.M. until 3 P.M. they became discouraged, to stand before a superior force of fresh troops; no veteran troops in the world would have done it. So many officers being killed or taken prisoners, that the retreat was in disorder, which was fatal.  the enemy's cavalry cut them up badly.  I believe that up to 3 o'clock the enemy had lost three to our army one, notwithstanidng their advantage all considered, was equal to three to one, thus the unequal contest. Some daring charges were made by the enemy's cavalry, yet always repulsed until our men became so exhausted that they could not fight.  McDowell, could not bring more than 18,000 in the action, it required the rest to prevent being out flanked by the enemy cavalry--as it is the enemy has lost two to our one, in killed and wounded; their own reports confirms it.  They took a number of men prisoners--much barbarity was practiced by the enemy on the day of battle, killing our wounded soldiers.  I state it not from hear-say, but from personal observation  I saw much in a short time, long to be remembered.  The result of the day was in my opinion all for the best in the end--it will be the means of renovating the army officers; it was much needed. Gen. McDowell was compelled to fight on Sunday or fall back.  Near one third of his army were three month men, and their time was out, and they would not stay longer; they were determined to leave on Monday; therefore, the importance of having marched on a day or two sooner.  If the battle had been fought on Saturday, our army would without doubt been victorious.

It takes time to organize and put in motion for advance moves, an army of 50,000; one day's delay brought on Johnson's army, which Gen. Scott, expected to be kept in check by Patterson's command.  Traitors, everywhere to be found, and often times high in command.  Thus our officers that are loyal, are beset with evils. Gen. McClellan's appointment to the command of the army of the Potomac gives great satisfaction to the soldiers.  His recent brilliant victories inspires great confidence with his thorough order of discipline.  When our army moves again, it will be one of the best appointed armies in the world.  Our cause and means of carrying on the war are daily improving, while the rebels have nearly all of their available force in the field--they fight desperately and will so long as the leaders can control the masses. The real sinews of war they have not got, and when our army of the Potomac gains one decisive battle it will make it difficult for Jeff Davis, to rally a large army in Virginia.  Soon the weather will admit of our government throwing troops into South Carolina, North Carolina and Louisiana, which will reduce their forces in Virginia to Protect their own homes; the result is certain; let the people have patience and they will yet see the stars and stripes unfurled to the breeze, and float unmolested from Maine to the Rio Grande, both by sea and land.

In the late fight at Bull Run important facts have been settled. Firstly, that our government have a formidable enemy to contend with.  Secondly, that they must not make a move to fight a great battle until they are ready.  Thirdly, that military men can fight and plan a battle better than politicians.  

The position that I occupied during the battle was an exciting one; imagine one up a tall tree in view of the contending armies.  I watched it all with much interest and many incidents worthy of note, did I see. Two men were killed near me with one cannon ball, in trying to save wounded soldiers from being murdered.  I was in the midst of balls flying from the enemy's cavalry and came off all safe after accomplishing which I did undertake to do.

Yours Truly

D.W. Ten Brook

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The First Battle of Bull run was fought on July 21, 1861 in Prince William county, VA near the city of Manassas.  It was the first major land battle of the Civil War.  The fierce fighting and many casualties led to the realization by both sides that the war was going to be much longer and bloodier than either had expected.

Obituaries (August 19)

Goold Stratton

Chenango American, August 22, 1861

A perambulating peddler of pills and essences, says the Norwich Telegraph named Goold Stratton, was drowned in the Canasawacta creek, near the south bounds of that village [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY], on Wednesday last.  He was seen to fall from the bridge, but before assistance could reach him he was dead.  His body was taken to the house of T.H. Prentice, and on Thursday a coroners jury, after a full investigation of the case, gave a verdict of "accidental drowning."  Mr. Stratton lived in Binghamton [Broome Co., NY], and was not careful about using whiskey.

Chauncy Thompson & Fred Hager

Bainbridge Republican, April 30, 1880

For the second time during the present academic year, have we, as a school, been called upon to mourn the death of one of our most promising students and companions.  On Thursday of last week, Mr. Chauncy Thompson died at the residence of his brother in Sidney Plains [Delaware Co., NY].  Mr. Thompson was but twenty years of age at the time of his death, and was well known in this community.  For upwards of five terms he had diligently pursued his studies, and had but recently left school in order to enter the employment of our postmaster, Mr. Nichols.  On Saturday, the 17th inst., he was taken suddenly ill and left on the evening train for Sidney.   Upon arriving there, he was so weak that it was with difficulty that he reached the home of his brother.  Medical aid was promptly administered, but nothing could stay the hand of the Destroyer; after five days of intense suffering, Death closed the scene.  The death of Mr. Thompson is a sad coincidence.  Last August, he, in company with Mr. Fred Hager, registered as members of our teachers' class.  They were of nearly the same age, both the youngest sons of aged parents, and both were residents of Masonville [Delaware Co., NY].  They roomed together, and were apparently in the enjoyment of perfect health.  In company they worked until nearly the close of the term, when Mr. Hager, feeling unwell, requested a short leave of absence.  Too well we remember the afternoon he left us.  Little did we think that he would never return, yet such proved the case.  He was stricken with typhoid fever, and died after a wasting sickness of four weeks.  Mr Thompson continued with us during the winter, little thinking that he would so soon be summoned to join the companion whose death he mourned.  As students and teachers we shall ever remember them.  Surely the ways of Providence are past finding out, yet we know that "He doeth all things well."  Their studies and labors are now unseen by us; however, we believe that, united, they are today in the enjoyment of better privileges than earth affords.  As a school we tender our deep sympathy to the parents of the deceased. With them we mourn.  Verily we have been shown that youth and health have no promise of long life, and we trust that this solemn waring, so sadly remembered, may be of profit to us all.  W.D.G.

Hector McPherson

Died June 3, 1931, New Berlin, NY

Hector McPherson passed away at his home Wednesday at noon.  Had he lived until the 23rd of this month he would have been 67 years old.  Much sympathy is expressed for the wife who has stood by his side so long, doing every thing to relieve his suffering.  Mr. McPherson was a kind neighbor and had a host of friends.  The funeral was held Friday at 1:30 at his home, with burial at South New Berlin [Chenango Co., NY].

Grace Matterson

Died August 4, 1925, Skaneateles, NY

Mrs. W.B. Matterson, former resident of this city, died at the home of her son, Curtis D. Matterson, in Skaneateles, Thursday afternoon, aged 64 years.  Besides the son above mentioned she leaves another son, Clarence H. Matterson of Iowa and a step son, Warren B. Matterson of this city.  Her husband, once a prominent lawyer in Norwich and later in Syracuse, died several years ago.  Funeral services will be held at the son's home in Skaneateles at 3:30 Saturday afternoon with burial in Oxford [Chenango Co., NY].

Irene E. (Mansfield) Matteson

Died October 13, 1940, Morris, NY

Funeral services for Mrs. Irene E. Matteson, aged ninety-one, who died Tuesday afternoon, were held Friday afternoon of last week at 2 o'clock at her home on South Broad street.  The Rev. H.E. Danielson, pastor of the Baptist church, officiated and burial was made in Hillington cemetery here.  Mrs. Matteson was taken ill six weeks ago with pneumonia followed by complications.  Born September 19, 1849, at New Haven, Conn., a daughter of Horace and Elizabeth Mansfield she was a descendant of Richard Mansfield, one of the early English settlers of New Haven who came from England in 1639.  On her maternal side she was a descendant of Arents Brandt, an early Dutch settler of New York state. She was always interested in national and civic affairs.  It was her privilege to see Abraham Lincoln on two occasions.  She was an active member of the Morris Baptist church as long as her health permitted and was the oldest member of the church.  Survivors include three daughters, Mrs. Henry Barker, of Norwich; Mrs. Henry Chapin, Flushing, L.I.; and Mrs. Walter Stafford of this village; eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.

Chenango American, August 8, 1861

In this town [Greene, Chenango Co., NY], on the 3d inst., Mr. George Percy, aged 2`1 years.

In Plymouth [Chenango Co., NY], on the 1st inst., Mr. Jonathan Thompson, aged 74 years.

Chenango American, August 15, 1861

In German [Chenango Co., NY], on the 11th inst., Alice Bates, in the 6th year of her age.

In Oxford [Chenango Co., NY], on the 8th inst., Ann Eliza Carbary in the 37th year of her age.

At Amboy, Ill., on the 1st ult., Mr. Wm. Church, formerly of Oxford [Chenango Co., NY], aged 46 years.

In North Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], on the 11th inst., of consumption, Mrs. Mary R [Mead], wife of Dea. Aaron Mead, aged 50 years.

In Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], on the 10th inst., Emily Laura [Brooks], daughter of Edwin C. and Helen B. Brooks, aged 9 months and 18 days.

Marriages (August 18)

Bresee - Sharpe

Married June 7, 1931, Norwich, NY

The marriage of Harold Bresee and Miss Doris Sharpe took place at Norwich [Chenango Co., NY] Sunday morning at 7 o'clock in the Episcopal church.  They began housekeeping at once in their newly furnished home in Holmesville.  Their friends extend congratulations.

Mahan - Carpenter

Married September 16, 1926, South New Berlin, NY

Mr. Homer Mahan and Miss Olive Carpenter, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Carpenter, both of this village, were united in marriage at the Baptist parsonage at South New Berlin [Chenango Co., NY] on Thursday, September 16, by the Rev. M.R. Weaver, pastor of the First Baptist church.  The couple were attended by Mr. and Mrs. Milton E. Camp.  Immediately after the wedding ceremony, Mr. and Mrs. Mahan departed on a brief wedding trip to Lake Moraine.  On their return they at once began preparations to move into the home which Mr. Mahan recently purchased on Adams street.  Mr. Mahan is local superintendent of the Galtex Oil company in this village and both he and his bride have many friends who unite in extending heartiest of congratulations and best wishes.  Sidney Enterprise.

Follett - Case

Married February 19, 1938, Oxford, NY

The marriage of Miss Sylance L. Case, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lynn Case of North  Norwich [Chenango Co., NY] to Lorimer W Follett, son of Mr. and Mrs. Whitman Follett of North Norwich, took place at the home of the bride's sister and brother-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Baumes Marshman Saturday evening at Oxford [Chenango Co., NY], Rev. Leon Bouten officiating.  The attendants were Mr. and Mrs. Baumes Marshman.  After a wedding trip the couple will reside at North Norwich.

Mallonee - Case

Married January 16, 1937, Middletown, NY

Announcement was made Saturday of the marriage on Jan. 16 at Middletown [Chenango Co., NY] of Miss Marian Case, Chenango Memorial Hospital nurse and daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lynn Case of North Norwich, to Guy Vernon Mallonee, formerly of Richmond, Va., now of Norwich.  The ceremony was performed at the home of the clergyman, Rev. Richard Billingsley of Middletown.  Attending the couple were Mr. and Mrs. Whitman S Wick of Middletown.  The bride is a graduate of Norwich high school, class of 1930 and Syracuse Memorial Hospital and at present is a nurse at the Chenango Memorial Hospital. The groom is a salesman. The couple will reside in this city for the present.

Foster - Phillips

Married June 2, 1928, Norwich, NY

Miss Hazel Phillips and Albert C. Foster were married at the Broad Street Methodist church [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY] at 4 o'clock this afternoon by the Rev John Nicholson, pastor of the church.  Mrs. Cyrus Hartwell of Sherburne was matron of honor. The bridesmaids were Misses Ruth Ferris; Alice Nelson, Genevieve Cowles and Florence Long.  Julian Anthony of Brockton, Mass. was the best man.

Marriage Notices

Chenango American, August 1, 1861

In South New Berlin [Chenango Co., NY], on the 18th ult. by Rev. J.H. Chamberlain, Mr. M.B. Ball of Morris [Otsego Co., NY] to Miss Libbie [Lewis], only daughter of James Lewis, Esq.

Chenango American, August 8, 1861

In Binghamton [Broome Co.. NY], on Saturday, the 27th ult., by Rev. M.C. Lightner, Mr. James I. Curtis, of Coehecton, N.Y., to Miss Jenny E. Hawley, of Binghamton.

Chenango American, August 15, 1861

In Christ Church, Sherburne [Chenango Co., NY], on the 7th inst., by Rev. Mr. Burrows, Mr. C.F. Robertson, of New York, to Miss Carrie R. Batson.

Bainbridge Republican, February 6, 1880

PRICE - PECK:  At the residence of the bride, February 3d, by the Rev. W.O. Smith, Mr. W.N. Price, of Mt. Kisco, N.Y. [Westchester Co.], and Miss May L. Peck, of Brewster, N.Y. [Putname Co.]

BROWN - WHITTING:  In Guilford Centre [Chenango Co., NY], Feb. 4th, Mr. Andrew Brown of Middletown, N.Y. and Miss Camilla Whitting, of Guilford Centre,N.Y.

Bainbridge Republican, February 13, 1880

BOYD - STILSON:  In Masonville [Delaware Co., NY], February 7th, by the Rev. N. Ripley, Mr. George W. Boyd, of Tompkins [Delaware Co., NY], and Miss Sarah A. Stilson, of Masonville.

Letter from Robert G. McMoran - Civil War Soldier

Letter from Robert G. McMoran - Civil War Soldier

Chenango American, August 15, 1861

Letter Extracts

Marshall House
Alexandria, Aug. 1, 1861

Our Company is stationed in the city of Alexandria [Virginia], at the Marshall House, the place where Ellsworth was shot.  We are acting as a Police Guard in the city. We have considerable duty to perform, but we have good rations and plenty of them, and don't care how long we are left in this place, as it is better quarters than we have had since we left the Island, for I must tell you that we have seen some hard times since we left there; but they had harder times at Bull Run.  It was sufficient to make one feel sad to see the poor fellows on their retreat from the fight; some of them falling down by the way and not able to get any further.  I had a chance to see this, for we were sent to cover the retreat. The soldiers who had to come to Alexandria had to pass by us.  The whole complaint was against their officers for leaving them to be butchered upon the field and for their inefficiency.

There is a desperate battle to be fought soon, and the sooner the better, as our soldiers are anxious to avenge the blood of their fellows.  We have got the finest body of men that you could wish to see.  I understand that we have about 200,000 in and around this place and Washington, and more coming.  One object in attempting to take Bull Run was to cut off the supply of water from the rebel army; it is said that this would do it almost entirely.

People say that the rebels are much better than we do, but their prisoners tell a different story. They say that our Zouaves are the bravest men that can be produced and that they killed more of their men than any other two Regiments in the field.

An order has been issued that any soldier found stealing, upon conviction by Court martial shall be shot.

Tell all my friends to write to me.

Your son, R.G. McMoran.

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Robert George McMoran, b. 5 May 1838, Armagh Parish, Ireland, d. 8 Aug. 1888, Sundance, Wyoming; son of David and Ann McMoran, m. Mary Archer, 25 October 1866, five children:  Anna Cecelia, Frederic Archer, David Gilmer, Walter Eugene, William James.

Two enlistments - from New York Adjutant Reports

1)  25th New York Infantry:  McMoran, Robert G. - Age, 22 years.  Enlisted June 27, 1861, at Staten Island, to serve two years; mustered in as private, Co. I; promoted sergeant, discharged for disability, June 1, 1862, at Philadelphia, Pa.

2)  8th New York Cavalry:  McMoran, Robert G. - Age, 24 years.  Enlisted August 25, 1862, at Greene; mustered in a sergeant, Co. E, August 25, 1862, to serve three years; discharged for disability, May 21, 1863, at David's Island, New York.

Death of Robert G. McMoran

Sundance Gazette, August 10, 1888

Wednesday Mr. Hugh Burns brought in the news that R.G. McMoran, of Inyan Kara, had died on the morning of that day.  Deceased had not been in good health for the past year or two, and for the past six months has been confined to his house, and his death therefore was not entirely unexpected.  Mr. McMoran came to the Hills six years ago, and to Crook county five years ago, having lived during this time at his ranch on Inyan Kara, where he was engaged in farming.  He is spoken of as an honest, industrious citizen, who was esteemed by a large number of friends and acquaintances for his many good qualities. There survive him a wife and five children, four boys and a daughter, the latter of whom is the wife of William Miller  The funeral services were held at the residence today, and the body was interred in the Sundance cemetery.  [findagrave.com, memorial #25571205]

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Obituaries (August 16)

Oscar F. Evans

Bainbridge Republican, February 27, 1880

By reference to our death notices, it will be seen that Oscar F. Evans died on Monday last.  Mr. Evans has resided in Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY] nearly all his life, and made many friends.  He had been suffering with a disease of the lungs for nearly a year prior to his death, but at the last his death was quite sudden and unexpected.  The deceased was well informed on the general topics of the day, and enjoyed a friendly discussion with his neighbors.  He will be greatly missed by his associates.

Mrs. Abbott

Bainbridge Republican, February 27, 1880

Mrs. Abbott, the seven times married woman of Smyrna [Chenango Co., NY], has died at the age of eighty-eight years.  Her seventh husband, to whom she was married last year, survives her.  Her maiden name was Williams and she always lived in that neighborhood.  She first married a man named Truax, and then she was successively wedded to Messrs. Riggs, Farrow, Wallace, Berry, Pratt and Abbott.  Her widowhood seldom exceeded a year.  She never became a mother, but many of the best citizens of Chenango county called her such, six of her seven husbands being widowers, with children ranging in number from two to a dozen. there is not half a score of families in the county but can trace some marriage relationship to her.  She was a good woman and a consistent member of one of the orthodox churches. The majority of her husbands were well-to-do farmers, and it is said that she leaves a snug fortune, received from her deceased husbands.

Clarence Mathewson

Died April 13, 1922, New Berlin, NY

Shortly after 10 o'clock Thursday morning Prof. Clarence Mathewson started across the lot to the home of his son Jewett, who lives on the adjoining farm at New Berlin Center [Chenango Co., NY].  Mr. Mathewson had gone a part of the way when he discovered that two of his son's cows were fighting near the barn and fearing that they might injure each other he quickened his step in an effort to reach them.  He arrived in the barn yard and called to Jewett.  In the mean time, exhausted from his hurrying, he sank down on his knees where he was discovered when Jewett arrived.  With the help of the hired man, they carried him out of the yard but he became unconscious and died almost instantly. Assistance was called but nothing could be done to revive him.

The death of Prof. Mathewson comes as a distinct shock to everyone.  Although 73 years of age, he seemed as active as a man much younger.  He became a dancing teacher before he was twenty years of age and with farming had always followed the profession.  For years he conducted classes in New Berlin and was almost as well known in every village throughout this section.  Keeping up with all the new dances, Prof. Mathewson was a skilled teacher and a recognized authority on dancing.  Although his advanced age prevented him from the strenuous teaching of his earlier days, he never lost enthusiasm and during the past winter he conducted a class in Edmeston and for a short time in this village. As a dancing teacher and as a man prominent in the activities of his town, Prof. Mathewson leaves a vacancy which will be hard to fill for years to come. Funeral services will be held form his late home on Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock, conducted by Rev. H.H. Gifford.  The Masons will have charge of the committal services at the cemetery in South New Berlin.  --  Gazette.

James Francis Grooms

Died June 30, 1938, Fulton, NY

News of the death of James Francis Grooms at Fulton [Oswego Co., NY], early Friday morning was received in this city [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY].  Mr. Grooms, 53 years of age, was widely known in Norwich where for many years he was identified with the restaurant business  He was born in Binghamton [Broome Co., NY].  Besides his wife, two children survive, Francis and Catherine, all of this city, in addition to several nieces and nephews, three brothers, John of Syracuse, Morris and Edward of Binghamton and three sisters, Mrs. Frances Barrett, Mrs. Agnes McGuire and Mrs. Theresa Gregory, all of Binghamton, also survive.  Mr. Grooms was a veteran of the World War.  He leaves many friends in this city who will learn with regret of his passing.  The body will be brought to this city where services will be held Tuesday.

Harriet L. (Green) Mathewson

Died June 30, 1938, Norwich, NY

Mrs. Harriet L. Green Mathewson, wife of Oscar F. Mathewson, died at the family home, 28 Elm street [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY], at 10:45 Thursday night after a long illness. the deceased was born July 25, 1877, and had been a resident of this city many years.  Funeral services are to be held at 2 o'clock Sunday afternoon at the Breese Funeral home, with Rev. George B. Callender officiating and burial in Mt. Hope cemetery [Norwich, NY].

Lillian T. (Anderson) Mathewson

Died June 19, 1935, Norwich, NY

Lillian T. Anderson, who died at her late home, 26 Elm street [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY] Wednesday evening, was born in Pitcher, N.Y. [Chenango Co., NY], Jan. 27, 1857, the daughter of Elizur Anderson and Wealthy Ann Hough.  Her early life was spent in Pitcher and Smithville.  December 25, 1880 she was united in marriage with Elmer M. Mathewson and came to live in the Norwich Quarter, where she resided until 1928, when she moved to this city.  The death of her husband occurred in 1923.  She is survived by three children, Oscar F., shoe merchant of South Broad street; Maud A., a teacher in the schools of Portchester, N.H., and Lydia A., a teacher in the Norwich schools; one grandson, Robert C. Mathewson, chief radio operator on the Seminole, of the Clyde Mallory Line, and one brother, Orrin L. Anderson of the Norwich Quarter.  Several nieces and nephews also survive.  One son, Owen N. died in 1914.  Mrs. Mathewson united with the Methodist church of Smithville in her early girlhood. After her marriage she changed her membership to the Congregational church of Norwich, where she has been a regular attendant until ill health prevented.  She was the last of the charter members of the Willing Workers' Circle of King's Daughters, whose activities were one of her greatest pleasures. A loving mother, a sympathetic friend, charitable to an unusual degree, she will be greatly missed in her home and among her wide circle of friends. The funeral will be held from the Breese funeral home Saturday afternoon, at 2 o'clock, Rev. Dowie DeBoer officiating. Burial will be made in Mt. Hope cemetery [Norwich, NY].

Death Notices

Bainbridge Republican, February 20, 1880

FINCH:  In Belden [Broome Co., NY], Feb. 7, 1880, Mrs. Finch, aged 42 years.  About one week previous to her death she had a shock of paralysis, which deprived her of her speech.  She retained her reason up to the time of her death.

Bainbridge Republican, February 13, 1880

HARRIS:  Suddenly, in Masonville [Delaware Co., NY], February 7th, Mr. Beriah Harris, formerly of Colerain, Mass., aged 89 years, 6 months and 14 days.

SMITH:  At his son-in-law's, Mr. Silas Smith in Fairview District, Fresno county, Cal, January 18, 1880, Simeon Smith, brother of Giles Smith, aged 73 years 8 months, 12 days.

Chenango American, August 1, 1861

In Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], on the 28th ult., of consumption, Mr. Caleb J. Sturges, aged 74 years.

In Mt. Upton [Chenango Co., NY], suddenly, on the 24th ult., Dr. James Secor.

In McDonough [Chenango Co., NY], on the 20th ult., Henry C. Martin, aged 21 years.

In Guilford [Chenango Co., NY], on the 24th ult. after a protracted illness, Mary Delia [Johnson], daughter of Seth and Jerusha Johnson, aged 19 years.

In Smithville [Chenango Co., NY], on the 29th ult., A. Elizabeth [Mariam], wife of Selah Mariam, aged 31 years.

Letter from John W. White - Civil War Soldier

Letter:  John W. White, Sickles' Brigade

Chenango American, August 22, 1861

Washington, Aug. 8, 1861

Friends of Chenango:  Having a little leisure, and thinking of my friends in Chenango to whom I have not personally written, and who perhaps would b glad to know where I am and how I like the life of a soldier, I write a few lines to the Chenango American for publication.

We are now encamped about one mile from Washington, and in full view of the great Capitol of the United States; have been here about two weeks--Left Camp Scott, Staten Island with one hour's notice, which caused some of us to get ready for a long journey in a little less time than we had been in the habit of. We had rather a tedious journey of one day and two nights; during which time we ate but three times and slept but little; riding most of the way in cars which had previously been used for conveying hogs and cattle to market. We had a good time notwithstanding.  We marched through the city of Baltimore a little after dark, amid the cheers of friends and the frowns of foes. We were passing quietly along when one of Jeff's friends proposed three cheers for him.  Quite a number responded. Before the echo had died away one of our men called out three groans for the Southern Confederacy. The officers tried to restrain the men, but it was no use, the groans went on and they were not whispered either. As we left the ferry boat which landed us at Philadelphia we were marched around tables loaded with good things, a portion of which disappeared very soon after we were ordered to halt and charge.  Long live Philadelphia.

The officers of the day just came around and informed me that the whole Regiment are to be marched over to Washington in about two hours and present themselves before Old Abe.  He says I will have to stay here and take care of things and attend to the guards as I am sergeant of the same today.  He also said that we are going to leave this camp tomorrow morning at 4 o'clock.  Where we are going I do not know; the head officers keep their own secrets and we smaller fish do as we are commanded.  I am enjoying very good health and find I can endure much more than I expected I could.  I am not sorry I enlisted for the war which is now developing itself in our once happy but now greatly distracted country.

Saturday, Aug. 10th:  This morning finds me about five miles from where we started yesterday.  We are now on the south side of the Potomac and in an enemy's land. The country is mountainous and worth, I judge, about nine cents per square mile, taking out the peach orchards and mellon patches--These abound in great quantities--Their fruit is now in market for those who are good at stealing or have money to spend.  I am very much disappointed in the appearance of things South. The land is barren and shows the effects of bad cultivation. The houses look as if they had been built about four hundred years, and had been white washed every six months. Every thing shows the effects of extreme laziness. There is no style to anything, excepting those who are wealthy and own a lot of slaves. They usually have things in good shape, but very different from New York style; even the city of Washington, except the public buildings, but poorly compares with our Northern cities.

When I left Greene [Chenango Co., NY], I intended to return before going to the seat of War, but our sudden departure from Camp Scott prevented me from doing so.  It is very doubtful whether I ever see my friends in Chenango again or not.  I expect soon to be on the battle field, and likely there to die; for I intend to face the music and do what I can to save my country's Flag.  I believe I am discharging a duty which I owe both to God and man, and hope I shall never shrink from that duty.  Christians in Chenango, when you bow at your pleasant homes around your family altars, and thank the giver of all good for the blessings you enjoy, remember at the throne of Grace those who have sacrificed all the blessings and comforts of home in order to save their country from the hands of traitors.  Many of the soldiers are very wicked, and if they fall on the fettle field, notwithstanding, they died in a good cause, yet Heaven can not be theirs.  I am trying to discharge my duty as a Christian, and if I never see you again on earth, I hope to meet many of you in Heaven, where wars never come, and where friends never part.

My address is Washington, 3d Regiment, Excelsior Brigade, Col Nelson Taylor, care of Capt. Quarterman.  I would be glad to hear from any of you at any time.  If you write, make the directions as plain as possible.

Yours Truly

John W White
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Chenango Telegraph, Feb. 19, 1862:  "The men of the regiment who came from Chenango are all healthy and looking well....White has been promoted to the 1st Sergeantcy of his company, by the Colonel, who had noticed him and become favorably impressed with his abilities and integrity."

From Adjutant Report for 74th New York Volunteer Infantry
WHITE, JOHN W.:  Age 26 years.  Enlisted, June 15, 1861, at Greene, to serve three years; mustered in as sergeant, Co. C, July 7, 1861; promoted first Sergeant, December 17, 1861; killed in action, August 29, 1862, at Bull Run, Va.

Death of John W. White

Chenango American, September 18, 1862

A letter received at East Greene, gives reason to believe that John W. White, of the 5th Reg. Sickles' Brigade, who enlisted from this town as a private, but who was recently promoted to a Lieutenantcy [sic], has been killed. The letter is written by a surgeon of a Pennsylvania Regiment, who enclosed a letter which had been written to Mr. White by a friend at East Greene, and from which the surgeon ascertained the address.  He says he found the letter "by" a dead officer, and that he caused him to be buried, and marked the spot.  If found upon the person of the officer, which the letter implies, there can be no doubt but that it was Lieut. White.  He was a very exemplary young man, bearing an excellent character for integrity and uprightness.  Our readers may perhaps remember correspondence from his pen which has appeared in our columns, breathing a spirit of patriotism and entire devotion to his country, worthy of the holy cause he was engaged in.  Though met where he prophesied it would, in the face of the enemy, his fate is mourned by many.

From findagrave.com:  Burial at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA

Obituaries (August 14)

Marilyn Lee Mallonee

Died May 7, 1940, Ithaca, NY

Marilyn Lee Mallonee, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Guy Mallonee, former Norwich residents, died at Ithaca Memorial Hospital at 10 p.m. Tuesday after a short illness of pneumonia.  The child was born in Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], Oct. 18, 1937.  Besides the parents there survive the following grandparents, Mrs. Lynn Case of North Norwich and Mr. and Mrs. Guy Mallonee, of Richmond, Va.,  Also surviving are the great grandparents, Mrs. Kate Leespott and Mrs. T.S. Mallonee of Richmond.  Services are to be held at the Breese Funeral Home at 9 o'clock Thursday morning with Rev. L.S. Charters officiating. The remains will be taken to Richmond, Va., for burial.

Anthony V. Manley, Jr.

Died January 14, 1943, Norwich, NY

In failing health for the past year, the death of Anthony V. Manley, 6 Ivanhoe Road, Binghamton [Broome Co., NY], native of this city [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY] occurred at the Chenango Memorial Hospital about 9 o'clock Thursday morning.  Mr. Manley was born in Norwich March 11, 1876, and had spent most of his life in this city.  He was a son of the late Anthony V. Manley Sr., and Margaret J. Kennedy Manley. The deceased graduated from Norwich high school in the class of 1897 and for many years served as an engineer with the New York state highway department.  In 1919 he entered the contracting business on his own account and engaged in the building of state highways.  About 1923 Mr. Manley began to specialize as a contractor in the building of guard rail fences along state highways which business successfully has been carried on.  His two sons, Donald F. Manley and Thomas F. Manley, have been associated with the father in this business for some years.  In addition to building guard rail fences, his company also was a jobber and wholesaler of road building supplies.  Mr. Manley operated this business at Norwich for five years and in 1928 it was transferred to Binghamton where the Manley family resided. The deceased was a member of Norwich lodge of Elks for many years.  He was an honorary member of the rotary club of Binghamton and a member of the board of directors of the Binghamton Boys' Club.  For many years Mr. Manley was affiliated with Norwich council K. of C.  He was a member of St. Patrick's church at Binghamton.  Mr. Manley was a very substantial citizen, possessed a wide acquaintance throughout the state, and had a legion of friends who will sincerely mourn his passing.  He was jovial, good natured and had a personality which attracted friends to him. his numerous friends in the city of his birth and a wide circle in Binghamton will regret to learn of his demise. There survive his wife, Mary Ellen Burnett Manley, his two sons, Donald F. and Thomas F. Manley and six grandchildren, all of Binghamton.    There also survive two brothers, Dr. Thomas F. Manley and Dr. Geo. L. Manley, three sisters, Mrs. James S. Flanagan and Miss Margaret J. Manley, all of Norwich and Mrs. Edward F. Foley of New York.  Services are to be conducted at the Geo. J. Devine Funeral home on South Broad street at 9:30 Saturday morning, and at 10 o'clock in St. Paul's church, with Rev. Chas. M. Coveney officiating.  The body will rest at Mt. Hope chapel, awaiting burial in the spring.

Anthony V. Manley, Sr.

Norwich Sun, July 13, 1933

Anthony V. Manley, Sr., died at his home, 42 South Broad street [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY], about 2:30 Thursday afternoon [July 13, 1933].  Mr. Manley was one of the well known citizens of Norwich, and had been a resident of this city for more than half a century.  There survive his widow. Margaret Kennedy, and six sons and daughters, Dr. Thomas F Manly of this city, Anthony V. Manley of Binghamton, Mrs. James S. Flanagan and Miss Margaret J. Manley of this city, Mrs. Edward F. Foley of New York and Dr. George L. Manley of this city; also four grandchildren, Donald and Thomas Manley of Binghamton and James and Thomas Flanagan of this city.  Funeral services will be held at St. Paul's church at 9:30 Saturday morning, Rev. Charles M. Coveney officiating with burial in St. Paul's cemetery.

Margaret Manley

Died July 21, 1933, Norwich, NY

Mrs. Margaret J. Manley, who died Friday morning, was buried from St. Paul's Church Monday morning.  Rev. W.A. Sinnott officiated.  Mrs. Manley, who was eighty years old had spent the largest share of her years in Norwich [Chenango Co., NY].  Her death followed by one week the death of her husband, Anthony V. Manley.  She is survived by five sons and daughters, Dr. Thos. F. Manley, Dr. George L. Manley, Margaret j. Manley, Mrs. James S. Flanagan of Norwich, Anthony Manley Jr. of Binghamton, Mrs. Edward F. Foley of New York City; also several grandchildren.

Death Notices

Bainbridge Republican, January 16, 1880

HIGLEY:  In Gurnee, Illinois, December 20th, Luther B. Higley, aged 58 years, brother of Truman Higley of this place.

NEWTON:  At Sharon, Potter Co., Pa., January 6th, 1880, Ellen [Newton], youngest daughter of Alonzo S. Newton, formerly of Bainbridge [Chenango Co., NY], aged 15 years, of diphtheria.

LYON:  In this village [Bainbridge, Chenango Co. NY], Wednesday, Jan. 14th 1880, Mrs. Lois Lyon, aged 65 years.

CHAMBERLIN:  At Daiton, Berkshire county, Mass., Friday, January 9th, of pneumonia, Sally C. Chamberlin, aged 64 years.

Chenango Union, December 6, 1894

BROWN:  In Willard's Nov. 24, 1894, Mr. A.J. Brown, burial in Greene [Chenango Co., NY].

GILMAN:  In Gaylord, Kansas, Nov. 15, 1894, Mr. J. Gilman, age 70 years, formerly of Greene, NY [Chenango Co.]

HATCH:  In Syracuse [Onondaga Co., NY], Nov. 25, 1894, Mr. Wells B. Hatch, age 73 years, Formerly of Sherburne [Chenango Co., NY].

LENT:  In Brooklyn, Nov. 23, 1894, Mrs. Hattie Lent, daughter of George H. Throop of New Berlin [Chenango Co., NY.  Aged 26 years.

MONCRIEFF:  In Brooklyn, Nov. 28, 1894, Mrs. Margaret Moncrieff, aged 98 years.  Formerly of Greene [Chenango Co., NY].

Marriages (August 13)

Hubbard - Crispel

Married June 12, 1937

In the Methodist church Sunday morning Rev. Robert Wood announced that the marriage of Rev. Theodore Hubbard of New Berlin [Chenango Co., NY] and Miss Carmel Crispel would take place at the bride's home, the Methodist parsonage at Thompson, Pa., Saturday, June 12.  Rev. Hubbard is a former Guilford boy and many of his near relatives live in this village.  The bride is the daughter of Rev. and Mrs. F.S. Crispel, who was a highly respected pastor of the Guilford Methodist church from 1928 to 1931.  To the coming bride and groom many friends will extend best wishes.  Rev. Hubbard was for many years active and prominent in Chenango county 4-H Club work.

Rev. and Mrs. F.S. Crispel of Thompson, Pa., announce the marriage of their daughter, E. Carmel, to Rev. Theodore I. Hubbard, pastor of the New Berlin M.E. church.  The ceremony was performed on Saturday, June 12, in the M.E. church at Thompson. Rev. and Mrs. Hubbard will return this week from their wedding trip and take up the church work here.

Cowles - Cady

Married January 20, 1940

Mrs. Carrie Cady and Walter Cowles were united in marriage at the home of Mrs. Cady's daughter, Mrs. Arthur Barton, Jan. 20.  The Rev. Howard F. Deller, D.D., performed the ceremony and the attendants were Mrs. Barton and Ivan Cady of Brisben.

Lavendusky - Wales

Married September 5, 1935

Miss Berna Wales, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Herman Wales, Plymouth [Chenango Co., NY], became the bride of Richard Lavendusky, Oneonta [Otsego Co., NY], son of Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Lavendusky, Labor Day at 11:30 o'clock in the parsonage of the Plymouth Methodist church, Rev. Rexford K. Crounse, pastor, performed the ceremony.  The bride wore a street dress of ashes of rose with black accessories and a corsage of lilies and yellow roses.  Miss Ruth Wales, cousin of the bride, was bridesmaid. She wore a street dress of black and white with black accessories and a corsage of yellow asters and Talisman roses.  Carol Pike, daughter of the bride, was ringbearer and wore a corsage of yellow pompons.  Burton Wales, brother of the bride was Mr. Lavendusky's best man.  The parsonage was decorated with garden flowers.  Mr. and Mrs. Lavendusky will reside in Oneonta.

Coy - Marvin

Married September 4, 1938

Miss Mina Marvin, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Marvin of 18-A Birdsall street [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY], and Ralph Coy, son of Mr. and Mrs. Luther Coy, of East Pharsalia [Chenango Co., NY] were united in marriage at 10 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 4, at Montrose, Pa.  The groom is employed by the Christman Motor Sales.  They will make their home at 27 Guernsey Street.

McMillen - Rourke

Married June 24, 1939

Miss Katherine Patricia Rourke, daughter of Mrs. P.H. Rourke and the late P.H. Rourke, was married to Philip Brice McMillen, son of Mr and Mrs. R.S. McMillen, of Shadyside, Ohio, on Saturday at 10:30 o'clock.  The ceremony was performed by Rev. Charles M. Coveney.  The attending couple were Miss Emma Rourke, sister of the bride, and John H. Rourke, brother of the bride.  Following the wedding a breakfast was served at the Hostess House at Norwich. The bride was attired in an attractive wedding gown and carried a bouquet of white roses, sweet peas and baby's breath. The bridesmaid's flowers were a bouquet of pin carnations, sweet peas and baby's breath.  Mrs. McMillen is a graduate of Norwich high school, Tusculum college, Greeneville, Tenn., and the National Girl Scout Training School in New York city. For the past two years she has been affiliated with professional Girl Scout work in New Haven, Conn., acting as field director.  Mr. McMillen is a graduate of Shadyside high school and Tusculum college, Greeneville, Tenn.  He is associated with his father in business in Shadyside, Ohio.  Following a wedding trip through the south the couple will reside at 4418 Smithfield street, Shadyside, Ohio.  

McGuire - Button

Married August 28, 1939

Amidst a simple but effective setting of gladiolas and hydrangeas the very first wedding to take place in St. Mathews' chapel, at South New Berlin [Chenango Co., NY] was solemnized by Rev. Nelson Parke, rector, at 9 o'clock Monday morning when Miss Ruth L. Button became the bride of John P. McGuire.  Miss Elizabeth Hayes of South New Berlin acted as Miss Button's bridesmaid while, Clifton Tamsett of Morris was Mr. McGuire's best man.  Leslie Button, brother of the bride, gave her in marriage.  An organ recital by Mrs. Adelbert Kullman, sister of the groom, preceded the ceremony.  "Because," "I Love You Truly," and "O Promise Me" were among the selections rendered.  The bride was daintily attired in a floor length gown of white chiffon over white satin.  Orange blossoms nestled in the tiny shirring of the square necked tight fitting bodice.  She wore a coronet of white chiffon with a shoulder length veil and wore white satin slippers.  Miss Button carried an arm bouquet of pink and white roses which was tied with white tulle.  Miss Hayes wore an attractive gown of Powder blue organdie over a matching taffeta slip.  Her headdress was of pink and blue ribbon and rosebuds with a shoulder length veil of blue organdie.  She carried an arm bouquet of pin roses and blue delphiniums.  Mrs. McGuire, who is the youngest daughter of Mrs. Harriette Button and the late Silas Button of South New Berlin is a graduate of the South New Berlin high school.  She attended Hartwick college and is a member of Phi Sigma Phi sorority.  Mrs. McGuire is valued employee of The Preferred Mutual Insurance Company at New Berlin.  Mr. McGuire, who is the son of Mrs. Charles Shaw and the Late Percy McGuire of South New Berlin, is also a graduate of South New Berlin high school and Utica Business school.  He is employed by the Z.&M. Independent Oil Co. A reception and wedding breakfast at the Majors inn, Gilbertsville, was tendered to 30 relatives of the bridal couple.  Mrs. McGuire's going away costume consisted of a charming navy blue suit and accessories to match.  Following a wedding trip through the New England states Mr. and Mrs. McGuire will be at home to their many friends in their newly furnished apartment in South New Berlin.  Mrs. McGuire was honored at several Pre-nuptial events by Mrs. Paul Smith, Mrs. A.J. Kullman and Miss Elizabeth Hayes of South New Berlin, Mrs. Alfred Leonard and Mrs. Percy Bowers of Norwich.

Marriage Notices

Chenango American, June 20, 1861

In Guilford [Chenango Co., NY], on the 18th inst., by Rev. W. Peck, Mr. Andrew H. Ingersole, of New Berlin [Chenango Co., NY] to Miss Susan L. Thompson, of Guilford.

At the same time and place, by the same, Mr. Andrew M. Dickinson to Miss Maggie I. Thompson, both of Guilford [Chenango Co., NY].

Chenango American, June 27, 1867

In Smithville [Chenango Co., NY], on the 22d inst., by Rev. D. Ballou, Mr. Noyes B. Phetteplace, and Miss Cordelia S. Brown, both of Norwich [Chenango Co., NY].

In Brimfield, Mass., on the 18th inst., by Rev. Jason Moore, Mr. Theodore D. Miller of Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], to Miss Sarah F. Brown, of Brimfield.

In Union Valley, May 20th, by Rev. S. Carver, Mr. Henry Hall, of Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], to Miss Adeline Barber, of Lincklaen [Chenango Co., NY].

In Hobart, Delaware Co., on the 5th inst., by Rev. Wm. A. Curtis, Mr. Erastus P. Smith of Guilford [Chenango Co., NY], to Mrs. Nancy F. Hauford, of the former place.

In Oxford [Chenango Co., NY] on the 24th inst., by B.F Lownsbery, Esq., Mr. George W. Lewis, to Miss Olive A. Brooks, all of Oxford

Chenango American, July 4, 1861.

At Greenville, Ala, Monday, June 3d, Mr. Horace Smith, Jr., of New York, to Miss Anna [Gregory], daughter of Ossian Gregory, Esq., of the former place.

Obituaries (August 12)

Sarah E. Owens

Died November 30, 1934, Norwich, NY

Mrs. Sarah E. Owens passed away at her home Friday night, aged 72 years.  She had been ill only a few days. There survive a son, Chester Owens of Norwich and a daughter, Mrs. Ada Fraser of Pattersonville.  A prayer service was held Monday night at the Breese Funeral home.  The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon at Tillson, N.Y.  The beautiful flowers showed the esteem in which she was held.

Clarissa E. (McNitt) McLagan

Died October 21, 1942, Norwich, NY

Mrs. Clarissa E. McNitt McLagan, widow of George McLagan who died several years ago, passed away at her home, Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], R.D. 1, at 8:30 Wednesday night, after a week's illness. The deceased was born in Norwich January 20, 1861, and had resided for many years in this township, where she was held in high regard by many friends.  She is survived by the following sons and daughters, James McLagan of Utica, Mrs. Jesse Moses of Hamilton, Mrs. Walter McIntyre of Oneonta, Percy McLagan of Guilford, Mrs. Frank Sherman of Norwich, Mrs. Kirk Moss of this city, Mrs. Orson Blood of Norwich, Mrs. Charles Hoffman of Guilford and Kasson McLagan of Norwich.  A son, Virgil C. McLagan was killed in a railroad accident at Edmeston in 1919.  There also survive a brother, Frank McNitt of Norwich and two sisters, Mrs. Frank Bowers of Buffalo and Mrs. Sperry Sargent of Norwich, 18 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, and several nephews and nieces. The body will rest at the late home of the deceased until Saturday.  Services are to be held at the Breese funeral home at 1 o 'clock Saturday afternoon with Rev. L.S. Charters officiating.  Burial will be made in Mt. hope cemetery [Norwich, NY].

James Stephen McLagan

Died May 19, 1944, Utica, NY

James Stephen McLagan of Utica [Oneida Co., NY], formerly of Norwich, aged 64 years, died in a Utica hospital Wednesday at 1 p.m., after about a week of critical illness.  He was a painter and paperhanger by trade.  Born in the town of Norwich [Chenango Co., NY] March 17, 1880 he was the eldest son of the late George H. and Clarissa McNitt McLagan.  He was twice married.  His first wife was Miss Mildred Barr of South New Belrin.  She died several years ago leaving two daughters who survive.  They are Mrs. Gordon Bickford of Greenfield, Mass. and Mrs. Seward Tuttle of East Rochester; also five grandchildren.  His second wife was Miss Mary Jebeaux of Utica who also survives.  He also leaves six sisters, Mrs. Jesse Moses of Hamioton, Mrs. Walter McIntyre of Oneonta, Mrs. Frank Sherman, Mrs. Kirk Moss and Mrs. Orson Blood, all of Norwich; Mrs. Charles Hoffman of Guilford, and two brothers, Percy McLagan of Guilford and Kasson McLagan of Norwich.  Funeral service will be held at 130 Eagle street, Utica, at 10 o'clock Saturday morning and the body will be brought to Norwich Saturday afternoon and funeral services will be held at the Breese Funeral home at 2 o'clock Sunday afternoon.  Burial will be made in Mt. Hope cemetery [Norwich, NY].

George W. McNitt

Died July 22, 1941, Norwich, NY

In failing health for the past two years, the death of George W. McNitt of 47 Fair Street [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY] occurred at the family home late Tuesday afternoon.  Mr. McNitt was born in Wellsboro, Pa., July 1, 1853, coming to Norwich when a child. For 23 years he was engaged in farming in the town of Norwich.  In 1900 he moved to the city of Norwich and for a period of 30 years operated a retail feed business until retirement.  Mr. McNitt had been a member of the First Baptist church since early youth.  He was a highly respected resident of Norwich and his wide circle of friends and acquaintances will mourn his passing.  Feb. 21, 1877, he was united in marriage with Eliza Holcomb.  She survives with two sons, Supervisor L.H. McNitt of this city and Dr. Harold W McNitt of Binghamton.  Dr. McNitt has just been admitted as a patient at Binghamton City Hospital and will be unable to attend the funeral serices. Mr. McNitt also leaves nine grandchildren, Roland B. McNitt, Mrs. Lynn Kolfrat, Mrs. Ruth Shirdon, Harold McNitt, Katherine McNitt, Jeannine McNitt of Norwich; Mrs. Harold Burgess, Mrs. John Fern and Robert McNitt of Binghamton.  He also leaves four great-grandchildren.  Funeral services are to be held from the late home at 2 o'clock Friday afternoon with Rev. Floyd Darling of Waverly, former pastor of the First Baptist church, assisted by Rev. R.L. Matthews of Calvary Baptist church, officiaitng.  Interment will be made in Mt. Hope cemetery [Norwich, NY].

Death Notices

Chenango American, June 13, 1861

In this town [Greene, Chenango Co., NY] on the 18th inst., Mr. Jehial Spafford, aged 61 years.

In this town [Greene, Chenango Co., NY], on the 9th inst., Mr. Benjamin I. Burroughs, aged 81 years.

In Tioga, Tioga Co., N.Y. on the 10th inst., Miss Maria Ford, aged 60 years, lately a resident of this village, and sister of Mrs. Farr.

Chenango American, June 20, 1861

In North Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], on Saturday morning, the 15th inst., of consumption, Mr. Carlos K. Pike, aged 49 years.

In Oxford [Chenango Co., NY], on the 15th inst., Mr. Artemus G. Preston, aged 58 years.

In Oxford [Chenango Co., NY], on the 12th inst., Mr. Richard Thompson, aged 25 years.

In Oxford [Chenango Co., NY], on the 14th inst., Alice B. [Jackson], daughter of Henry and Sylvia jackson, aged 28 months.

In East Pharsalia [Chenango Co., NY], May 16th, Hesler L.[Herrick], daughter of Jonas and malinda Merrick, aged 25 years.

In South Otselic [Chenango Co., NY], June 8th, of consumption, Sarah A. [Whitby], wife of F.M. Whitby, aged 36 years.