Memorial Record, Civil War, Sherburne, Chenango Co., NY, 1872/3

Sherburne News, Sherburne, NY, September 21, 1872 

The Deceased Soldiers of Sherburne

by H.H. Beecher

Israel Otis Foote: son of Israel and Lucy Foote, was born in Sherburne [Chenango Co. NY], November 9, 1834.  He graduated at Union College, with honorary degree of A.B. in class of '58. After spending about two years south in teaching, he returned north and commenced the study of law, in which he had become well advanced, when a higher and nobler service called him to the defense of his country. Enlisted at Morrisville, September 2, 1861, in Capt. Brady's Company C, 61st Regiment N.Y.S.V.  He was promoted to Sergeant and served in Howard's brigade of Sumner's Corps.  At the battle of Fair Oaks, when the left guidon of the regiment had been shot down, the standard was given to this gallant soldier, who carried it through the fight. For his coolness and bravery upon this occasion he was promoted Corporal and subsequently to Sergeant.  Passing a few weeks from sickness in a Philadelphia hospital, he joined his regiment in time to participate in the battle of Fredericksburg, under Burnside, in which he lost his life December 13, 1862.  It is reported that during the night previous to the battle he was seriously ill and that his comrades endeavored to dissuade him from going into the fight. With that fidelity to duty and country that ever characterizes the true soldier, he promptly replied that it was no time then for a man just from the hospital to shirk duty.  Our last account leaves him wounded upon the field in a dying condition. whether committed to earth by friends or foes or not buried at all, is wholly unknown.

Isaac Plumb, Jr.:  son of Isaac and Catherine Plumb, was born in New York City, January 10, 1842.  When the rebellion came on, young Plumb was employed in Fairchild's gold pen manufactory, New York.  Desirous of entering the service, at the solicitation of his father he returned to Sherburne, enlisting the first day of September 1861, in Captain Brady's Company, 61st New York.  He served in the Potomac army, second corps and was successfully promoted through the various minor grades of office till he received a Captain's commission.  In 1863 he was detached for a time on recruiting service in the city of New York.  He was in battle at Fair Oaks, Peach Orchard, Savage's Station, White Oak Swamp, Charles City X Road, Malvern Hill, Antietam, Fredericksburg, Brand Station, Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, Bristol Station, Minie run, Spotsylvania Court house, Todds Tavern, North and South Anna Rivers, Cold Harbor, Po River and Gaines Mills.  While acting as officer of the day at Gaines Mills, June 18, 1864, he received a ball through the thigh and was also wounded in the elbow.  Removed to Campbell Hospital, Washington, D.C. where he died from the effects of his injuries, July 4, 1864.  His remains were brought home by his father and buried in the Sherburne cemetery.

George R Miller:  whose parents were Philip and Mary E. Miller, was born in Sherburne, January 2, 1841.  When the 114th New York was recruited, he left the farm for the field, enlisting August 4, 1862, in Company F of that regiment in which he was made Corporal.  While at Fortress Monroe, where for a couple of months he was detained in hospital on account of sickness, he was detailed to assist in the management of what was known as the "Whitehead Farm," appropriated for government use, and subsequently was placed in charge of another plantation of several hundred acres, owned by a Dr. Baxter, and known as the "Baxter Farm," having at this last place 175 contrabands in his employ.  His skill as a farmer enabled him to furnish a large quantity of corn and other products for the consumption of the army.  Having been released from special duty by reason of an order from Gen. Butler, calling in certain detached soldiers, early in 1864, he gladly joined his company, from which he had been so long separated.  He participated in all the battles and skirmishes of the Red River campaign, and was killed at Winchester, (Opequan, Va.) September 19, 1864.   His right arm was torn off by a fragment of shell and his breast badly mangled.  This brave soldier was the first of the one hundred and eighty-eight men of the regiment that day who offered up a glorious sacrifice.  He was buried on that bloody field near the spot on which he fell.

William Wesley Wakely:  son of Samuel and Phidelia Wakeley was born in Hamilton, N.Y. [Madison Co. NY] November 15, 1837.  By occupation a mechanic, he laid aside his implements to uphold with his musket his country's flag, enlisting August 2, 1862, in Company F, 114th, N.Y.V.  Promoted from Corporal to Sergeant in February 1864 and was often entrusted with the important duty of bearing the regimental colors. With his company he took part in the battles and marches of the Red River expedition, the siege of Port Hudson, and in the fight at Winchester.  Killed in the battle of Cedar Creek on the 19th of October, this faithful soldier was buried alongside the others who that day fell on the banks of that bloody stream.

Clarkson J. Briggs son of Myron and Phila Briggs, was born in Plymouth [Chenango Co. NY], November 22, 1843.  A farmer, he enlisted in Sherburne, January 8, 1864, in the 4th New York Heavy Artillery, and served in the Potomac army.  Was in the battles of the Wilderness May 5th to 15th, 1864, Spottsylvania, May 19th, North Anna River, May 25th, and Hanover Court House, May 30th.  Also participated in the battles around Cold Harbor from June 3d to 12th and at Petersburg on the 17th and 18th of that month.  Contracted chronic diarrhea from exposure in the field, died at City Point hospital and was there buried.

George W. Miller, son of Gardner C. and Olive G. Miller, was born in Sherburne [Chenango Co. NY], June 23, 1844, and brought up upon a farm. This young soldier was among the first to enter the service, enlisting as a two years' volunteer in Company H, 17th Regiment N.Y.S.V.  In May he was taken sick in New York with measles and was sent to the hospital where he remained till July.  Returned home and for many months was under treatment, when his health recovering, he again joined his regiment and was in the battle of Sharpsburg.  A portion of the army being sent to the protection of Harpers Ferry, he was crowded off the bridge at that place, falling thirty feet, fracturing three ribs and sustaining serious internal injuries He was taken to the citizens volunteer hospital, which he reached in an exhausted condition on the 10th of November, 1872.  He died the 18th and was there buried in a soldier's grave.

Sherburne News, Sherburne, NY, May 24, 1873

Letter from Dr. Beecher

Norwich, May 20, 1873:  Editor Sherburne News:  Noticing that you are to observe Decoration Day in Sherburne [Chenango Co. NY], and which I am glad to learn, however gratifying it would be to have your people upon that occasion unite with us, I send you herewith the second instalment of sketches of the deceased soldiers of your town.

My first you will recollect was published in the 23d No. of the News, Vol IX, of date September 21, 1872.  This embraces, in substance, all the material I have for anything like a desirable and trustworthy Record of Sherburne's heroic dead.  After waiting for over three years since issuing blank circulars to elicit the required facts and data, I am lead to believe that your citizens have adopted some better method for procuring and preserving a history of their fallen sons.  Had the needed information been furnished, with such knowledge as I might chance to possess, especially of members of the 114th Regiment, I would cheerfully have given the time and labor necessary for a completion of the task.

Hoping your observance of Memorial Day may be carried forward in a manner creditable to the living and honorable to the dead, and wishing you success personally and in the publication of the News, I am, in haste, Very Respectfully, H.H. Beecher

Edgar J. Willey:  Son of David N. and Lydia Willey was born in Hamilton [Madison Co. NY], Jan. 8, 1836.  By occupation a farmer, early in the war Willey left the plough standing in the furrow to serve his country, enlisting September 2d, 1861 in Company C, Captain Broady's regiment, 61st New York.  From private he was promoted to Corporal, serving mostly in Howard's Brigade, Richardson's Division, Sumner's Corps, Army of the Potomac.  He was in the besieging army of Yorktown and Peninsular campaign of 1862.  In the battle of Fair Oaks, fought May 31st and June 1st, he received his death wounds, being shot through the lungs and in the arm.  He was first treated in a field hospital, thence carried to White House Landing and placed on Hospital Transport Knickerbocker, upon which he died June 7, 1862.  Buried at White House Landing.

Sanford W. Brooks: was a son of John and Fanny Brooks, and born in Hamilton, Madison Co. [NY] in October 1839.  In September 1861, young Brooks enlisted in the 61st New York Volunteers, and faithfully served with his regiment till wounded at the battle of Fair Oaks.  After receiving his wounds, he lived six days and was buried on or near the battlefield.

John H. Perkins:  son of Benjamin and Mariah Perkins, was born in Columbus [Chenango Co. NY], October 15th, 1836.  In 1861, this soldier left farm labor for the field, enlisting on the 30th of September in Company C, 61st New York.  He served in the first Brigade, first Division, second Corps, Army of the Potomac.  He participated in the battles of Fair Oaks, Peach Orchard, Savage's Station, White Oak Swamp, and all the battles of his regiment in the campaign of 1862.  He went as far as Manassas and the Rappahannock.  Died at Camp Convalescent, Alexandria, Va., of chronic diarrhea, Oct. 25, 1862.

Vital Records, Delaware (1827) & Broome (1838) Counties, NY

 Delaware Gazette, Delhi, NY, January 10, 1827

Marriage

In Franklin [Delaware Co. NY] on Monday the 15th inst. Josiah Strong, Esquire, to Miss Mary Ferguson, both of Meredith [Delaware Co. NY].

Delaware Gazette, Delhi, NY, January 31, 1827

Marriages

In this town [Delhi, Delaware Co. NY], on Wednesday last, by the Rev. Mr. Fisher, Major Morris L. Farrington to Miss Ruth Frisbie, daughter of Gideon Frisbie, Esq. both of this town.

In this town [Delhi, Delaware Co. NY], on Thursday last, by Elder Commings, Mr. Norman Whitney to Miss Jane Millard, daughter of Mr. Amasa Millard.

In Richfield, Otsego Co. [NY], on the 21st ult. Mr. William C. Nash of Exeter [Otsego Co. NY] to Miss Barbara Weber of the former place.

Death

At the residence of Mr. David Thompson in Bovina [Delaware Co. NY] on the 29th ult. Mr. John Cavers aged 65 years, a native of Scotland.

Delaware Gazette, Delhi, NY, February 21, 1827

Marriage

In Roxbury [Delaware Co. NY] on the 1st inst. by Elder Adams, of Harpersfield, Mr. David Van Horn to Miss Ann Hubble, daughter of Col. John A. Hubble, all of Roxbury.

Delaware Gazette, Delhi, NY, March 7, 1827

Marriage

In Hamden [Delaware Co. NY] on Wednesday last by Walter Chase, Esquire, Mr. George Sackett to Miss Eliza Ann Peak, daughter of Mr. Roswell Peak.

Delaware Gazette, Delhi, NY, March 21, 1827

Marriages

In this town [Delhi, Delaware Co. NY], on Monday last by Jabez Hitchcock Esq. Mr. Stephen Fairchild of Franklin [Delaware Co. NY] aged 69 to Mrs. Jerusha Blanchard, of Delhi, aged 53!

Broome Republican, Binghamton, NY, August 9, 1838

Deaths

At his residence in Ithaca [Tompkins Co. NY] on the 27th ult. the Hon. Andrew D.W. Bruyn, member of Congress.

At Philadelphia on the 1st instant, Commodore John Rogers of the U.S. Navy.

Broome Republican, Binghamton, NY, August 16, 1838

Marriage

On the 8th inst. by the Rev. Mr. Andrews, Hiram Birdsall of this village [Binghamton, Broome Co. NY] to Mary [Parker] daughter of the late Philip T. Parker, Esq. of Albany [Albany Co. NY].

Broome Republican, Binghamton, NY, August 23, 1838

Marriage

On Tuesday evening, Aug. 21 by the Rev. Edward Andrews, Mr. Henry M. Collier to Sarah [Pierce] all of t his town [Binghamton, Broome Co. NY].

Death

In the town of Conklin [Broome Co. NY] on the 21st ultimo, Mr. Elias Bevier, aged 86 years.

Broome Republican, Binghamton, NY, August 30, 1838

Marriage

In this village [Binghamton, Broome Co. NY] on Sunday the 26th inst. by Geo. E. Isbell Esq. Mr. Samuel Wagner of Union [Broome Co. NY] to Elizabeth Tracy of Lisle [Broome Co. NY].

Broome Republican, Binghamton, NY, September 13, 1838

Death

At Charleston, S.C. on the 29th ult. of Yellow Fever, Gustavus A. Mills, son of Maj. P. Mills of this village [Binghamton, Broome Co. NY] aged 23 years.

Broome Republican, Binghamton, NY, September 20, 1838

Death

In the town of Vestal [Broome Co. NY] on Thursday, the 13th instant, Mr. John Rush, a soldier of the Revolution aged 80 years.

Broome Republican, Binghamton, NY, September 27, 1838

Deaths

In this town [Binghamton, Broome Co. NY] on Thursday last, Mrs. Irena Gould, aged about 74 years.

At the residence of his son in this town [Binghamton, Broome Co. NY] on Thursday last, Mr. Joseph Handy, a soldier of the Revolution, aged 80 years.  Mr. Handy was engaged in some of the most prominent battles of the Revolution.  He stood by the side of Washington at the battle of Brandywine in which battle he first shed his blood.  He was also in the battles of Monmouth and Yorktown.  He continued to serve his country until peace was ratified.  His last wish and prayer was that his hard service from year to year, in watching and opposing a well-disciplined and powerful army; in marching and countermarching through the wild forests and bleaching storms of an American climate might build up a Republic that should continue a flourishing and a happy land.

Vital Records, Chenango County, NY, 1876 & 1878

 Chenango American, Greene, NY, September 7, 1876

Marriage

At the residence of John A. Baker in this village [Greene, Chenango Co. NY], Sept. 2d, by Rev. W.H. Gavitt Mr. George K. Thompson to Miss Ellen M. Henry both of Norwich [Chenango Co. NY].

Deaths

In Brooklyn, Aug. 28th, Mrs. Carmelia R. [Avery] wife of George P. Avery, Esq. and eldest daughter of Joshua Pratt, esq., of Sherburne [Chenango Co. NY].

In Sherburne [Chenango Co. NY], Sept. 1st, Matilda Andrews, aged 77 years and 4 months.

In Oxford [Chenango Co. NY], Aug. 21st, Mary A. [Moore] daughter of James and Rosa Moore, aged 2 years.

News Item

A pleasant family reunion commemorating the 72d birthday of Mrs. Anna Race, occurred at Mr. Frederick S Race's residence in this town [Greene, Chenango Co. NY], Aug. 29th.  All the children met together for the first reunion since their leaving the home nest; viz. Mr. and Mrs. O.P. Jewell of Binghamton; Mr. and Mrs. F.S. Race, G.E. Race, Greene; Mr. and Ms. A.H. Race, of Brooklyn; Mr. and Mrs. O.A. Race, of Norwich.  The oldest grandchildren were also of the company.

After supper the old lady spoke feelingly of her gratitude to God for the prosperity of her family and gave them her blessing.  After prayer offered by Mr. Jewell, all sang, in chorus "Shall we gather at the river," and "Home Sweet Home," accompanied by the harp and flute.  The assembly broke up at twilight with hearty hand shaking and goodbye.

Chenango American, Greene, NY, September 5, 1878

Marriage

Chenango Forks, Broome Co. NY:  n hymenial event was solemnized in our place Wednesday evening the parties were Oliver Quick and Miss Delia Eddleman both of the Forks. Rev. R. Todd performed the ceremonies.

Deaths

In this town (Page Brook) [Chenango Co. NY], August 27th, Mary Ann [Kelley] wife of Jonas Kelley, aged 54 years.  

The subject of this notice was born in Springfield, Mass. and was brought to this State by her parents when but five months old.  She was married to Jonas B. Kelley, Nov. 13, 1845.  She took much delight in inviting to her pleasant home the ministers of the Lord Jesus Christ.  She was very highly esteemed in her vicinity for her benevolence and also for her kindness and untiring labors among the sick, to relieve as far as human hands and sympathy could the sorrows of others.  Her funeral was attended at her late residence by a large concourse of people and the many tears which flowed from nearly all eyes, showed that she occupied a large place in the hearts of the community.  Her trust was that of the righteous.  She leaves a father, husband, two sisters, and four children, with many other friends, who mourn her departure.  May they all meet her on the ever-green shore.  W. Burnside.

Sherburne News, Sherburne, NY, September 7, 12876

Marriages

STACK - BERRY:  In Hamilton [Madison Co. NY] on the 3d inst. by Rev. Father Ludden, Mr. James Stack of Sherburne [Chenango Co. NY] to Miss Ella Berry of North Norwich [Chenango Co. NY].

SQUIRES - COMSTOCK:  At the residence of William Cassels in Earlville [Madison Co. NY] on the 4th inst. by Rev. G.R. Burnside, Mr. Collins F. Squires of Sherburne [Chenango Co. NY] and Miss Ada A. Comstock of South Hamilton [Madison Co. NY].

Death

RAYMOND:  At Elgin, Ill. Aug. 22, 1878, Mr. George B. Raymond (formerly of Sherburne [Chenango Co. NY]) aged 70 years.  Deceased was a brother of Alfred Raymond of this village [Sherburne, Chenango Co. NY] and was born and spent his boyhood in this town.  He went to Elgin at an early day and was one of the first to engage in the hatting business at that place. After conducting that business for a number of years he embarked in lumbering and was for many years an extensive dealer in that line.  since Elgin became a city, he has held a number of offices in the city government and was much respected and valued as a citizen.  Alfred Raymond of this village is the only survivor of the family of nine sons and daughters of Newcomb Raymond who was one of the first settlers of the town of Sherburne.

News Item

A Stray Oxford Girl

The following facts relating to a former Oxford [Chenango Co. NY] girls recently appeared in the Brooklyn Union Argus.

A daughter of Mr. Mills of 186 Steuben Street, Jersey City, was passing by a park in that city at dusk on Monday night, when she noticed a little girl, about thirteen years old, neatly dressed, sitting on one of the benches crying.  she went up to her and asked what was the matter.  Amid tears and sobs the child told her friend that her home was in Oxford Chenango Co. N.Y., and that she had been living with a Brooklyn woman for some time and had run away from her.  After listening to her story, Mr. Mills' daughter told the other to wait where she was for a few minutes.  She then ran home and told her mother about her discovery in the park.  Mrs. Mills went to the park, and after questioning the child closely, took her home with her and kept her overnight.  Mr. Mills visited the police headquarters in this city yesterday and told Superintendent Campbell about the girl.  The Superintendent sent Detective Zunt to bring her to Brooklyn. When brought to headquarters, she told a remarkable story.  She said her name was Jennie Burnett and that she was thirteen years old.  Some years ago, her parents died at their home in Oxford, and she was placed in the County Poorhouse, where she remained for some time.  She was then adopted by a Brooklyn woman named Preston, who treated her cruelly and often beat her.  On Monday morning, she said she was beaten worse than ever before, so she ran away.  Mrs. Preston was sent for and hastened at once to police headquarters.  When she saw Jennie, she went up to her with tears streaming down her face and kissed her passionately.  Jennie stood like a statue.  While Mrs. Preston was trying to explain the punishment she gave the child on the morning of her departure from home, Jennie without changing countenance simply said, "you know you are not telling the truth."  Jennie left headquarters in company with her adopted mother, but against her will.  She said that she knew how to work and wanted to go back to her Chenango County home and get her own living.

Vital Records, Chenango County, NY, 1816, 1817, 1835 & 1878

 Oxford Gazette, Oxford, NY, December 11, 1816

Elopements

My wife Margaret [Freever] having left my bed and board without cause of provocation, I hereby forbid all persons harboring or trusting her on my account, as I shall pay no debts of her contracting.  Francis Freever German [Chenango Co. NY] Dec. 5th, 1816

Whereas my wife Lucretia [Sherwood] has eloped from my bed and board without any cause or provocation, I therefore hereby forbid all persons harboring or trusting her on my account after this date.  Levi G. Sherwood May 10th, 1816.

Oxford Gazette, Oxford, NY, January 1, 1817

Deaths

At Clinton [Oneida Co. NY], on Saturday last, of a Typhus fever, Rev. Azel Backus, President of Hamilton College, An irreparable loss to that institution.

At Unadilla [Otsego Co. NY], on Friday last, General Solomon martin, aged about 55 years.

Oxford Gazette, Oxford, NY, January 15, 1817

Death

At New Haven, Connecticut, on the 11th inst. the Rev. Dr. Dwight, President of Yale College.

At Hartford, (Con.) Rev. Nathan Strong D.D. aged 69.  Dr. Strong was an eminent clergyman and had been settled in the ministry 43 years.

Chenango Telegraph, Norwich, NY, April 1, 1835

Marriages

In Sherburne [Chenango Co. NY] on the 19th inst. by the Rev. L.A. Barrows, Jared Chapel Esq. of Pitcher Springs [Chenango Co. NY] to Miss Savia Stebbins daughter of Gaius Stebbins, Esq. of Lebanon [Madison Co. NY].

At Hamilton [Madison Co. NY], on the 21st ult. by the Rev. John Smitzer, Mr. Oliver T. Hammond, late member of the Hamilton Institution, to Miss A. Louisa Prentiss, recent teacher in the Charlestown Female Seminary, Mass.

Death

In Wellsborough, Tioga County (Pa.) on the 21st ult. Mrs. Wilcox, wife of Gates Wilcox, esq. aged about 43 years.  Mr. and Mrs. Wilcox removed from Macdonough [Chenango Co. NY] about four years ago.  Mrs. W.'s illness was of several month's duration.

Chenango Telegraph, Norwich, NY, April 8, 1835

Marriage

In Sherburne [Chenango Co. NY], yesterday morning, by the Rev. L.A. Barrows, Mr. Horace Baldwin, Merchant, of this village [Norwich, Chenango Co. NY] to Miss Penelope Allen daughter of the late Samuel Dyer Allen, esq. of North Kingstown, Rhode Island.

Chenango Telegraph, Norwich, NY, April 29, 1835

Marriages

At Oxford [Chenango Co. NY], on Sunday evening, the 19th inst. by the Rev. L. Bush, Samuel McKoon esq. to Miss Adelia Perkins, daughter of Cat. James Perkins, all of that place.

At Greene [Chenango Co. NY] on Tuesday evening 21st inst. by Rev. N.H. Adams, Mr. Frederick Juliand to Miss Jane Cameron Ringer, all of that village.

Deaths

In this village [Norwich, Chenango Co. NY] on Tuesday, the 21st inst. after a short illness, Mrs. Jane Farr widow of the late Bela Farr, aged 5 3 years.

In Butternuts, Otsego Co. [NY] on the 6th inst. after a protracted illness, Mr. James  H. Preston, formerly of this town [Norwich, Chenango Co. NY] aged about 60 years.

Oxford Times, Oxford, NY, September 4, 1878

Deaths

BURRELL:  In this village [Oxford, Chenango Co. NY], Aug. 28th, Mrs. Mary A. Burrell, of Binghamton [Broome Co. NY], aged 61 years.

BELDEN:  In Guilford [Chenango Co. NY], Aug. 20th, Mr. Lorenzo Belden, aged 67 years.

TANSEY:  In Preston [Chenango Co. NY], Aug. 26th, Mr. Thomas Tansey, aged 63 years.

Bainbridge Republican, Bainbridge, NY, September 5, 1878

Deaths

DEAN:  In Afton [Chenango Co. NY] Aug. 17th, Nancy [Dean] wife of Reuben Dean, aged 71 years.

BRISTOL:  In Walton [Delaware Co. NY], Aug. 16, John Bristol aged 92.  The Walton Chronicle says he was probably the oldest Mason in the country, having joined the brotherhood int hat village in 1869.

CLARK:  Harpersville [Broome Co. NY], Mrs. Clark, mother of Mrs. Geo. Richards, died Thursday August 29, and was taken to Evergreen Cemetery, Elizabeth City N.J. for interment.

Vital Records, Chenango County, NY, September 1878

 Chenango Union, Norwich, NY, September 5, 1878

Marriages

KING - NEWTON:  At the residence of the bride's parents in East Guilford [Chenango Co. NY], by Rev. H.G. Harned, Mr. W.O. King of Sidney Plains [Delaware Co. NY] to Miss S.L. Newton of the former place.

CARTER - RANDALL:  In Cambridge, Vermont, August 23d, at the residence of Hon. J.C. Carpenter by Rev. B. Franklin Rattray, Mr. S. Carter of Albany, N.Y. [Albany Co.] to Miss Kate E. Randall of Charleston, S.C.

Under its proper head in today's Telegraph will be found the marriage announcement of Miss Kate E. Randall of Charleston, S.C., which took place at the residence of her uncle, Hon. J.C. Carpenter, at Cambridge, Vermont.  Mrs. R. is the daughter of Mr. Benjamin E. Randall, formerly of this village [Norwich, Chenango Co. NY], and granddaughter of Perez Randall for so many years County Clerk of this county.  She visited in this village some three years since and was well received by her many relatives here who will all be pleased to learn of her advantageous marriage.  The wedding trip is to Denver.  [Chenango Semi-Weekly Telegraph, Norwich, NY, Sept. 7, 1878]

South Preston, Chenango Co. NY:  There was a pleasant gathering of neighbors and friends at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. John H. McCall, on the 23d ult., it being the thirty-fifth anniversary of their marriage.  The usual presents, appropriate to such occasions, were bestowed and the company left, hoping that the happy couple may live to enjoy their golden wedding.

The Ithaca Journal [Tompkins Co. NY] relates the following:  Prof. Charles Crandall of Cornell University, with his talented bride, yesterday moved into the house recently vacated by A.R. Ward.  A romance in everyday life was the marriage of the Professor to Miss Jemima Robbins of Bridgewater, Oneida County [NY] last week.  They had been playmates, schoolmates, and companions through early life. The lady is highly cultured and accomplished and has a large circle of admiring friends and acquaintances.

At the Free Will Baptist Church in this village [Norwich, Chenango Co. NY], the wedding ceremony uniting in matrimony Mr. A.C. Wakefield of Orange, Massachusetts, to Miss Florence A. Blackman of this village will take place this (Wednesday) evening, at eight o'clock.  The ceremony will be performed by the pastor, Rev. W.R. Stone.

On Wednesday evening last the Free Baptist church in this village was crowded to witness the marriage of one of the favorite young ladies connected with the church, Miss Florence A. Blackman, eldest daughter of Cyrus Blackman Esq. to Mr. Alonzo C. Wakefield, one of the substantial young farmers of Orange, Mass.  The church upon this occasion was elaborately decorated with flowers, and in front of the desk suspended from a beautiful arch was the marriage bell, to which the happy pair marched to the music of the wedding carol from the organ.  The ceremony was beautifully and quickly performed by the pastor Rev. W.R. Stone and after the congratulations of friends, which were many, the bride and groom retired to the residence of Mr. Blackman where they found kind friends had unexpectedly sent a large number of rare and beautiful resents.  On Monday next the happy pair will leave for their New England home.  Mis Blackman will be missed from the household which she has so long graced by her presence, and in the choir where she was a leading alto singer, and in the church generally where, by her kind disposition and good works, she has endeared herself to all.  We wish this newly wedded pair a prosperous journey and a life of happiness in which success shall ever attend them.  [Chenango Semi-Weekly Telegraph, Norwich, NY, Sept. 7, 1878]

Deaths

GALLAGHER:  In this village [Norwich, Chenango Co. NY], August 29th, Katie [Gallagher] daughter of the late Martin Gallagher, aged 12 years.

JOHNSON:  In this village [Norwich, Chenango Co. NY], August 12th, Mary Shields [Johnson] wife of Thomas Johnson, aged 23 years.

BRYANT:  In Plymouth [Chenango Co. NY], Aug. 31st, Mrs. Harriet Bryant, wife of A.A. Bryant, Esq. and mother of Dr. J.D. Bryant of New York.

Her funeral was largely attended on Sunday afternoon by citizens of this and adjoining towns.  Her remains were interred in the Norwich cemetery [Chenango Semi-Weekly Telegraph, Norwich, NY, Sept. 4, 1878]

VAN TASSELL:  At the County House in Preston [Chenango Co. NY], August 26th, Mrs. Lucinda Van Tassell, wife of Perloy Van Tassell, formerly of Oxford [Chenango Co. NY] aged 55 years.

BASSETT:  S.C. Bassett, an old and valued resident of West Edmeston, Otsego County [NY] was drowned Sunday afternoon August 25th, while fishing in a boat on the river.  He had caught a fish and fell backwards in trying to land him.  He tried to swim to the shore, a distance of some fifty feet, but sank when about half across.

GERE:  Pitcher, Chenango Co. NY:  Died, in Pitcher, August 27th, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Gere.

SEYMOUR:  New Berlin, Chenango Co. NY:  Mrs. Ellen Seymour died last Tuesday of consumption.  She had been sick a long time but passed quietly away beyond the cares and shadows of this life to the glory of the better life.  Her last words were words of prayer, and the struggling soul was forever freed and Ellen gained the holy land where there is no "sorrow or weeping."

Chenango Semi-Weekly Telegraph, Norwich, NY, September 4, 1878

Death

Holmesville, Chenango Co. NY:  Mrs. Brett died at the residence of her son, Charles E. Brett, in this village, last Sunday night.  

Chenango Semi-Weekly Telegraph, Norwich, NY, September 7, 1878

Death

MEAD:  In Scranton, Pa. Sept. 1st, Maudie Bell [Mead]  daughter of G.H. Mead, aged 1 year, 8 months and 21 days.

KELLY:  Mrs. Kelly wife of Jonas Kelly, of Page Brook [Greene, Chenango Co. NY] in this town died from the effects of a cancer on Tuesday the 27th inst.

Vital Records, Madison County, NY, 1809 & 1872

 The Pilot, Cazenovia, NY, November 15, 1809

Marriage

At DeRuyter [Madison Co. NY] on Wednesday the 25th of October by Elder Hill, Elder Thomas Tuttle to the widow Butler.

The Pilot, Cazenovia, NY, December 20, 1809

Marriage

In this town [Cazenovia, Madison Co. NY], by Elisha Farnham, Esq. Mr. James W. Whitney, attorney at Law, of Bridgwater, Oneida County [NY] to Miss Susanna Butine of the former place.

Democratic Union, Oneida, NY, April 25, 1872

Marriages

HINMAN -SLOAN:  In Stockbridge [Madison Co. NY], April 24, at the residence of the bride's mother, by Rev. B.H. Brown, Mr. A.J. Hinman and Miss Mary A. Sloan, both of Stockbridge.

CASE - PURDY:  In Oswego [Oswego Co. NY], April 17, at the residence of the bride's father, E.H. Purdy by Rev. S.S.N. Greenley, Mr. Joseph D. Case of Oneida and Miss Anna M. Purdy.

GRAVES - KEITH:  In Nelson [Madison Co. NY] April 11 by Rev. L.A. Eddy, Charles E. Graves and Nettie [Keith] daughter of Elbridge Keith, both of Nelson.

TUCKER -WHITE:  In Albany [Albany Co. NY], April 9?, by Rev. S.N. Kance, Mr. Charles D. Tucker of that city, and Miss Sarah E. White of Eaton [Madison Co. NY].

FISH - DOPP:  In New Berlin [Chenango Co. NY] March 1 by Elder Carrier, Mr. Orlando Fish of New Berlin and Miss ida Dopp of Lebanon [Madison Co. NY].

REED - MILES:  In Nelson [Madison Co. NY] at the residence of the bride's father, April 15, by Rev. F.T. Harris, Mr. Levi T. Reed and Miss Viola Miles, both of Nelson.

Deaths

DRAKE:  In New Woodstock [Madison Co. NY], April 14, Mr. Alfred Drake, aged 55 years.

ACKLEY:  In East Hamilton [Madison Co. NY], April 13, Zelotus Ackley, aged 42 years.

HOUSEMAN:  In Stockbridge [Madison Co. NY], April 10, Susan M. Houseman, wife of John M. Houseman, aged 30 years.

CARPENTER:  In Smyrna [Chenango Co. NY] March 25, Mrs. Sarah M. Carpenter, wife of Rev. Henry Carpenter, aged 29 years.

GEAR:  In Smyrna [Chenango Co. NY], March 27, Mrs. Charlotte A. Gear, wife of Franklin Gear, aged 31 years.

SWEET:  In Smyrna [Chenango Co. NY], March 30, Mrs. Ruth Sweet, relict of Thomas Sweet, deceased, aged 74 years.

BENNETT: In Smyrna [Chenango Co. NY] April 3, Orlando Bennett, aged 52 years.

PURDY:  In Sherburne Four Corners [Chenango Co. NY], April 2 of pneumonia, Stephen Purdy aged 84 years.

NICHOLS:  In Central City, Colorado Territory, March 20, Nina Belle [Nichols] infant daughter of Julius N. and Jennie Nichols, formerly of Cazenovia [Madison Co. NY], aged 7 months.

KELSY:  Near Clockville [Madison Co. NY], April 8, Allie A. [Kelsey] youngest daughter of Wm. and Jane Kelsey, aged 12 years.

WORMUTH:  In Chittenango Falls [Madison Co. NY], April 10, William C. Wormuth, aged 73 years.

HOPKINS:  In Manlius [Onondaga Co. NY], March 31, Sarah [Hopkins] wife of Hiram Hopkins, aged 68 years, 4 months and 29 days.

ROBERTS:  In Waterville [Oneida Co. NY], April 13, Rachel Roberts, daughter of John J. and Ann Roberts, aged 4 years, 1 months and 10 days.

BARBER:  In Preston, Province of Ontario, Canada, April 3, Dora [Barber] wife of W.C. Barber, formerly of Hamilton [Madison Co. NY], aged about 24 years.

BARLOW:  In Canaseraga [Alleghany Co. NY], April 20, George E. Barlow, aged 59 years and 9?  months.

NORTON:  In Albany [Albany Co. NY], April 19, after a lingering illness, Elizabeth [Norton] wife of James Norton, formerly publisher of the Morrisville Observer aged 46 years.

TUCKER:  In Canastota [Madison Co. NY], April 19, of typhoid fever, Hiram Tucker, son of Samuel Tucker, of Morrisville [Madison Co. NY] aged 17 years.

CLARK:  Near Kilbourne City, Wis., April 12, of hemorrhage of the lungs, Ebenezer Clark, formerly of Eaton [Madison Co. NY] aged 56 years.

WILCOX:  Near West Eaton [Marison Co. NY], April 18, of scarlet fever, Amy E. [Wilcox] twin daughter of Lester H. and Julia M. Wilcox, aged 2 years, 9? months and 14 days.  "He shall gather the lambs with his arm and carry them in his bosom."

"Know each other? Who will question / Truth so grateful to the heart, / When its cords are torn and bleeding, / When its earthly hopes depart

Who the parting scene could hear, / Did not mercy whisper gently, / We shall know each other there?"

WILBER:  Mrs. N.B. Wilber, an estimable lady and an old resident of Oneida [Madison Co. NY], died while on a visit to her friends in Hannibal, Oswego County [NY] on Sunday, April 21st, and was brought to her late residence in Oneida on the following Monday.  The funeral services were held at the Presbyterian church on the afternoon of Tuesday, the 23d inst. and her remains were taken by her friends on Wednesday morning to Cazenovia [Madison Co. NY] for interment to be placed by the side of those of her husband, who died and was buried at that place some six years ago.

News Items

Fatal Railroad Accident Near Oneida

On Sunday morning last, April 21st, it was rumored that a man was found lying between the two tracks on the Central RR about a mile and a half west of Verona [Oneida Co. NY], towards Oneida.  He was first discovered by the engineer of the Cincinnati express which passes through here about 5:40 A.M.  The train was stopped, and a man was sent back to attend to him.  the unfortunate man was found to be still alive though his legs were terribly crushed.  The hand sent back went immediately to Verona, procured a hand car and sufficient help and took the mangled man to the house of Mrs. Busby, in Oneida.  He lived about two hours after his arrival and was able to say but a few words.  His name was Michael Harris.  It was with great difficulty that the dying man could be understood but it is thought that he formerly lived in Buffalo [Erie Co. NY].  He had on his person a watch and chain No. 79,773 and only fifteen cents in his pocket.   His father's name is supposed to be Michael Harris and to reside in Buffalo.  Dr. Carpenter, who is Coroner, of Oneida, did all in his power to ascertain the identity of the deceased.  It is thought by some that Harris had been at work in Rome [Oneida Co. NY] and a messenger had been sent to Rome to make inquiries.  Later, we learn that the body has since been recognized as belonging in Rome and that Harris had been until recently employed in the Rome rolling mill.  He left Rome with the intention of going to Buffalo to obtain work.  His friends came to Oneida and took the remains back to Rome, where they were interred.

Another Man Killed on the Midland

As we go to press, we learn that a man named Marshall, aged 65 or 70 years, was instantly killed near Fulton [Oswego Co. NY] on Tuesday last, by the morning train from Oswego.  It appears he was just in the act of crossing the track as the train was coming around the curve and came upon him so suddenly that he had not time to get out of the way.  He was fearfully mangled.  His home we learn, was near Fulton.

Vital Records, Otsego County, NY, 1854 & 1878

 Oneonta Herald, Oneonta, NY, June 7, 1854

Death

We understand that on Wednesday last a child of Thomas Rathbun, of Laurens [Otsego Co. NY] came to its death in consequence of taking poison.  As we learned, the mother of the child was engaged in cleaning house and took a quantity of vials and set them down in reach of the child, one of them containing Corrosive Sublimate, and the child about two years old, got hold of it and drank some.  The child died about 4 hours afterwards.  This is a warning to people to be very careful when they have such deadly poison in the house.

Oneonta Herald, Oneonta, NY, July 56, 1854

Marriage

On the 3d inst. by the Rev. E. Wescott, Mr. Benjamin Halstead to Miss Sarah Bailey, both of Delhi [Delaware Co. NY].

Oneonta Herald, Oneonta, NY, July 19, 1854

Marriages

In Oneonta [Otsego Co. NY] on the 12 inst. by Rev. E.C. Hodge, Mr. Henry VanDosen to Miss Asenith Moore, both of Pittsfield [Otsego Co. NY].

On the 12th inst. by the Rev. A.B. Earl, Mr. Jacob W. Eeman to Miss Caroline E. Washburn all of Franklin [Delaware Co. NY].

In Schuyler's Lake [Otsego Co. NY], June 28th, by Rev. H. Garlick, Mr. Don P. Lidell to Miss Sabrina A. Durfy both of the above place.

By the same, July 8th, at Westford [Otsego Co. NY], Mr. Darius C. Kenyon to Miss Lovina Wright daughter of Rev. N. Wright.

Death

We learn that Mr. King of the town of Schuyler [Otsego Co. NY], died suddenly on Sunday last, caused by the following singular circumstance.  He had been walking in a field and inadvertently, while chewing some herbs, got a blade of grass in his throat.  Every effort was made to relieve his sufferings, but he died in a short time by strangulation.  Utica Gazette

Oneonta Herald, Oneonta, NY, july 26, 1854

Marriage

In Cooperstown [Otsego Co. NY] on the 19th inst. by Rev. J.A. Priest, Mr. Charles Hinckley of Oneonta [Otsego Co. NY] to Miss Caroline M. Francis of Milford [Otsego Co. NY].

Death

In Guilford [Chenango Co. NY], on the 5th inst., Mr. Abner Gridley, aged 41 years.

Oneonta Herald & Democrat, Oneonta, NY, September 6, 1878

Marriages

In Gilbertsville [Otsego Co. NY], Aug. 27, by Rev. J.V.C. Nellis, Isaac J. Birdsall of Holmesville [Chenango Co. NY] and Sarah E. Gadsby.

In Oneonta [Otsego Co. NY] at the home of Nathan Schermerhorn, Aug. 14th, by Rev. J.T. Wright, Charles A. Wright and Miss Elizabeth Schermerhorn, both of Hartwick [Otsego Co. NY].

Also, at the same time and place, by the same, Henry Seabolt and Miss Tamar Schermerhorn, both of Hartwick [Otsego Co. NY].

At the bride's parents in tego [Otsego Co. NY], Aug. 27th, by Re.v F.P. Sutherland, George J. Stenson and Miss Phoebe Bailey.

In Saginaw, Mich Aug. 9 by Rev. David Copeland, Ph.D. D.D., President of Wyoming Seminary, Kingston, Pa., Rev. Charles H. Talmadge of Otego, N.Y. [Otsego Co.] to  Ella Louise Freeman.  The Saginaw Republican says of this marriage: The ceremony was performed by Dr. Copeland of Pennsylvania, the -?- and friend of Mr. Talmadge, who volunteered his services for the occasion.  The party attendance was not large, but the occasion was enjoyed by all.  A number of fine present were made the bride, among them a bridal shawl, easy chair, silver [-unreadable-] also an elegant Bible and some choice volumes of books.  Miss Freeman was last -?- a teacher in the Floyd school and was highly esteemed by her scholars and a large circle of friends who will wish the happy couple a long and useful companionship.

Deaths

In Laurens [Otsego Co. NY], Sept. 2d, Mrs. Maria Comstock relict of the late Gen. William Comstock, aged 74 years.

A sad surprise was felt in town this morning at the news of the sudden death of Mrs. William Comstock, widow of the late William Comstock.  She has had a slight sickness of late, but till yesterday was feeling better, until about eleven o'clock last night, she was seized with a sudden sinking spell and died in a few moments.  Great sorrow is felt by her many friends who have known her so long and well.  We extend our sympathy to the family in their bereavement.

In Morris [Otsego Co. NY], Aug. 22, Jessie [Fenton] child of Vina Fenton, aged 8 months.

In Pittsfield [Otsego Co. NY] Aug. 20th, Artemesia Goodspeed aged 29 years and 5 months.

In Cooperstown [Otsego Co. nY] Aug. 20th, Sarah E. [Pickens] wife of Laurenzo Pickens int he 41st year of her age.

At Hartwick Seminary Sept. 2d, Frederick T. [Hampson] son of Thomas and Louisa Hampson, aged 5 years.

Memorial Record, Civil War, Norwich, NY 1873

 Chenango Union, Norwich, NY, May 29, 1873

Memorial Record - The Deceased Soldiers of Norwich, Chenango Co. NY

Smith E. Slocum, musician and blacksmith; enlisted September 10th, 1861, in the band of Anderson Zouaves, 62d N.Y.V.  Taken sick in camp at Tennallytown, near Washington, the last of October following, and died of typhoid fever, the 3d of November, Seminary Hospital, Georgetown; buried in a cemetery of Soldiers' Home.  His wife was a daughter of the late Henry North, of North Norwich, by whom he left two children.

Henry B. Emmons a member of Company H, 8th N.Y. Cavalry, entered the service in the summer of 1862; died of chronic diarrhea, April 13, 1863, near Stafford Court House, Va.

Lieut. Jasper B. Cheeney son of Ebenezer and Marinda May Cheeney, was born at White Store, Norwich township, August 12, 1838.  His early life was spent upon the farm, attending district school in the winter.  Later he attended Oxford Academy and was engaged in teaching.  On November 25th, 1863, receiving a Frist Lieutenant's commission in September following.

For some time, Lieut. Cheeney was in command of his Company, Captain Barry being disabled by wounds at Brandy Station, on the 22d of October.  Re-enlisted in the field, December 22d, 1863.  In July, 1864 he was attacked with disease of the bowels and in consequence sent home on sick leave about the 20th of September. After lingering in intense suffering for a number of months, having in the meantime been honorably discharged, he died a true patriot and sincere Christian, on the 15th of February 1865.  He rests in the cemetery at White Store.  

Lieut. Cheeney was in a large number of skirmishes and battles, and when in poor health, almost always on duty.  The brilliant achievements of the Veteran 8th N.Y. Cavalry constituted the honorable record of this gallant soldier.

Robert Hancock, born in Ireland; enlisted August 25th, 1864, in Company C, 134th N.Y.V.  Captured at Cedar Creek, Va., October 19th, taken to Richmond, thence to Salisbury Prison, where he died December 22d  , 1864 of chronic diarrhea.  left wife and five children.

James O'Shay enlisted in Company K. 161st in August 1862; died at Baton Rouge, La. of chronic diarrhea, June 20th, 1863.

Marcus A. Palmer, private, 10th N.Y. Cavalry; died May 2d, 1865, at Columbia Hospital, Washington, D.C. of Chronic diarrhea.

John G. Stevens, son of Samuel S. and Elizabeth White Stevens was born at Whitney's Point, Broome County, April 13th, 1842; carriage painter.  Enlisted August 8th, 1861, in Company D, 44th N.Y.V.; wounded at Malvern Hill, July 1st, 1862; sent to Washington, thence to Philadelphia, where he was discharged for gunshot fracture of the leg, November 28th, 1862.  Continued in poor health and disabled for a number of years and died of consumption, September 3d, 1871.  Buried in Norwich Cemetery.  Left wife and two children. This soldier had two brothers in the service:  George F. wounded May 5th in the Wilderness and Samuel S. Jr. in the 89th N.Y. who was discharged at the expiration of term of service.

Jonathan E. Brushell, son of Amos and Margaret Brushell, was born in Norwich, May 20th, 1844.  Enlisted in November 1863 in the 11th Regiment, Company I., U.S. Artillery. Discharged November 16th, 1865, at New York City. Died on the 18th, at Norwich the second day after his return home, of chronic diarrhea. Buried in Norwich Cemetery.

Peter Dickson enlisted April 25th, 1861, in Company H., Capt. Tyrrell's, 17th N.Y.V.  Died at Philadelphia, September 17th, 1862 of typhoid fever.

Captain William Sage, son of Amos and Hannah Hammond Sage, was born in Norwich, now North Norwich, in October 1833.  In September 1861, enlisted in 8th N.Y. Cavalry; captured at Harper's Ferry, and paroled.  Re-enlisted in 20th N.Y. Cavalry, Company L, August 22d, 1863, promoted from private to Frist Lieutenant, and in July 1864 to Captaincy, in place of Captain Floyd Thompson, deceased; served with his Regiment till the close of the war, and discharged with it.  Died at home, March 10th 1868.  Buried at Wood's Corners.  Left wife and one con.

William S. Van Vleet son of James and Ann Weiderwaut Van Vleet, was born in Caledonia, Livingston County, March 7th, 1844.   Enlisted September 18th, 1862, in Company E., 89th; mustered October 7th at Elmira.  Wounded at Fredericksburg, in the fall of 1863, in right wrist by a shell.  Arm amputated some two months after injury at Army Square Hospital, Washington, D.C. died from secondary hemorrhage, February 7th, 1864.  Buried at Soldier's Home.

Declavus Wescott, son of William and Clarissa Wescott, was a native of Oxford, born June 1st 1846.  Enlisted September 12th, 1864 in Company F, 22d New York Cavalry. Captured November 12 1864, in battle at Kearnstown and died at Salisbury Prison from starvation.

Jonathan V. Squires, son of Sylvester and Charity Squires, was born in Hamden, Delaware County, member of Company B, 114th N.Y.V.  Died at Chesapeake Hospital, Fortress Monroe, of brain fever, January 1st, 1863.

Joseph Corker, born in England. At the age of twelve sent to Dublin, where he remained in the military school until he reached his nineteenth year; then came to New York, enlisted in the 89th Dickinson Guards; promoted to Corporal; killed at Antietam, September 16th, 1862.  Wife and four children, residing in Smyrna.

Henry Dickson, son of Samuel and Eliza Shiffer Dickson, was born in Norwich in 1839.  Employed as "stringer," in the Piano Works of Hayes & Rider. Enlisted in Company D, 44th, N.Y.V., Ellsworth Avengers, September 17th, 1861.  Promoted corporal; discharged for disability and died at home after a lingering illness of disease contracted in the army, March 12th, 1871. Buried in Norwich Cemetery.

Richard H. Miller was a native of Norwich, born January 1st, 1829.  Enlisted in April 1861 in Company H, 17th, N.Y.V.  Died in Baltimore, December 24th, 1861, of smallpox.  Left a wife and our children.

James Townsend, born in Ohio.  Came to Norwich about 1859; enlisted August 4th, 1862, in Company C, 114th, N.Y.V.  Detailed during most of his service as clerk at different headquarters and for Court Martials.  Discharged with Regiment.  Died from disease contracted in army, September 3d, 1866.  buried in Norwich Cemetery, with military honors.

James E. Woodmanse son of Ray and Louisa M. Woodmanse, was born in Norwich. Enrolled August 11th, 1862, in company C, 114th, N.Y.V.  After Lieutenant Breed had been struck down, on the 19th of September 1864 at Winchester, this soldier seized the colors and carried them till the day he fell.  Upon that memorable morning, while planting the flag in advance of his Regiment, he was shot down with the staff in his hand.

Vital Records, Otsego County, NY, 1847

 Cherry Valley Gazette, Cherry Valley, NY, February 3, 1847

Marriage

In Oaksville [Otsego Co. NY], 5th ult., Mr. George Beatty of this town [Cherry Valley, Otsego Co. NY], late of Ireland to Miss Mary Beatty of the former place.

Deaths

In Exeter [Otsego Co. NY], on the 17th ult. Evangelica Veber, aged 62 years.

In Richfield [Otsego Co. NY] on the 15th inst. at the residence of his father, Capt. Charles Tuttle, Mr. Delos Tuttle, in the 29th year of his age.

In Otsego [Otsego Co. NY], on the 23d inst., Mrs. Huldah Loomis in the 96th year of her age.

In Milford [Otsego Co. NY], on the 22d inst., Mr. Ruben Scott in the 73d year of his age.

At Norwich, Chenango Co. [NY], on the 17th inst., Virginia Eliza [Murray] wife of Mr. Henry K. Murray, and daughter of the Hon. D.S. Dickinson, aged 20 years.

Cherry Valley Gazette, Cherry Valley, NY, February 10, 1847

Marriages

In this village [Cherry Valley, Otsego Co. NY] on the 3d inst. by Rev. G.S. Boardman, Mr. Daniel Wessel to Miss Elizabeth Garlock both of Canajoharie [Montgomery Co. NY].

At Buel [Montgomery Co. NY], on the 7th inst. by Rev. J.H. Richards, Mr. Nicholas Powers of Spraker's Basin [Montgomery Co. NY] to Miss Harriet Tinklepaugh of the former place.

In Sharon [Schoharie Co. NY], on the 2nd inst. by Bp. J.D. Lawyer, Mr. James W. Best to Miss Harriet Keller of Stark, Herkimer Co. [NY].

At Summer Hill, Cortland Co. [NY] on the 20th ult. by Rev. S.P.M. Hastings, Mr. E.F. Gould of Cortlandville [Cortland Co. NY] to Miss Ann E. Honeywell of the former place.

Death

In this village [Cherry Valley, Otsego Co. NY] on the 7th inst. John Fenimore [Lewis] son of Mr. Moses Lewis, aged 2 years, 10 months and 5 days.

"Farewell! beloved one; I would that thou / Hadst lived to heal a crushed and broken heart; / To scatter sunshine o'er a darkened brow, / And to a mournful eye bright smiles impart, / But thou art gone! and oh! I would not break / The spell that binds thee with eternity; / I would not that thy spirit should awake, / From its bright dream of immortality; / For thou art with the happy and the blest, / And I would not disturb thy glorious rest."

Cherry Valley Gazette, Cherry Valley, NY, February 17, 1847

Marriage

In Gardnesrville, Schoharie Co. [NY] on the 10th inst. by Rev. Amos Osborn, Mr. Robert Eldredge Jr. of Sharon [Schoharie Co. NY] to Miss Charlotte H. [Gardner], daughter of Douw B. Gardner, Esq. of the former place.

Deaths

In this town [Cherry Valley, Otsego Co. NY], on the 15th inst. Mrs. Mary Coats, wife of Mr. Charles Coats, aged 43 years.

At his residence in Fly Creek [Otsego Co. NY] on the 25th ult., Mr. Anson Higby in the 65th year of his age.

In Decatur [Otsego Co. NY], on the 6th inst. Mrs. Betsey [Lapman] wife of John Lapman, aged 44 years.

At Hope Factory, on the 7th inst. Miss Eunice Civer in the 20th year of her age.

In Cooperstown [Otsego Co. NY] on the 7th inst. James Van Bergen aged about 60 years.

In Decatur [Otsego Co. NY] on the 7th inst. Mrs. Marcy Burt consort of Thomas Burt, aged 62 years.

An inquest was held on the 8th inst. in the village of Hartwick [Otsego Co. NY] by Truman Head, one of the coroners of this county, on the body of Rev. Edwin H. Bailey, whose verdict was that the deceased came to his death by a dislocation of his neck caused by a voluntary leap into a well in a state of insanity on the 6th of February, 1847.  Freeman's Journal

Cherry Valley Gazette, Cherry Valley, NY, February 24, 1847

Marriages

In this town [Cherry Valley, Otsego Co. NY] on the 18th inst., by Rev. Geo. Parsons, Mr. Simeon H. Ploss to Miss Anna Maria [France] daughter of Rev. D.H. France.

In Cooperstown [Otsego Co. NY] on the 18th inst., by Rev. F. Prescott, Mr. Salmon Coats to Miss Margaret A. Gorton, both of this town [Cherry Valley, Otsego Co. NY].

Deaths

In Otsego [Otsego Co. NY] on the 7th inst. Mrs. Armena [Russell] consort of the late Capt. Isaac Russell, aged 66 years.

In Otsego [Otsego Co. NY] on the 14th inst. Edward Lewis, Jr. son of Mr. Edward Lewis, aged 28 years.

In Cincinnati, Ohio, on the 9th inst. John Gross, brother of Mr. Denison Gross, of this village [Cherry Valley, Otsego Co. NY], aged 39 years.

In this town [Cherry Valley, Otsego Co. NY], on the 15th inst. Mrs. Mary [Coats] wife of Mr. Charles Coats, aged 43 years.

In this town [Cherry Valley, Otsego Co. NY] on the 12th inst. from the rupture of a blood vessel, Miss Jenette [Clifford] daughter of Mr. William and Margaret Clifford in the 24th year of her age.

Tho' 'twas a mortal we have lost / From a chill world of wo and vice, / Eden no sweeter flower could boast / Than this fresh bud in Paradise.

And tho' the heart so rudely torn, / With anguish to the loved one clings, / We feel that while on earth we mourn, / In heaven "God's new angel sings."

Tho' twice the Archer's shaft hath flown, / And parents! twice your peace is slain; / Tho' filial love you now bemoan, / That ministering care may live again.

Tho' you may here, her loss regret, / While in a foreign clime you roam, / O'er Heaven's blest shore your own Jenette / A lovely star may guide you home.

Vital records, Otsego County, NY 1810, 1848 & 1878

 Cooperstown Federalist, Cooperstown, NY, October 20, 1810

Marriages

At Cherry Valley [Otsego Co. NY], Jabez D. Hammond Esquire, Counsellor at Law, to Miss Miranda Stoddard of Connecticut.

At Wethersfield (Conn.) Lewis Strong, Esq. Counsellor at Law, Northampton (Mass.) to Miss Maria Chester of the former place.

At Hartwick [Otsego Co. NY], Mr. James Stowell to Miss Susan Cook.

In this village [Cooperstown, Otsego Co. NY], Mr. Samuel Huntington to Miss Abigal Sabin.

At Boston (Mass.), Mr. Jonathan Wild Jun. to Miss Harriot Joy.

First courtship, Wild with joy ecstatic, / The brighten'd hours of life beguil'd; / Then marriage snatch'd the Joy emphatic, / And left the parties doub'y Wild.

Cooperstown Federalist, Cooperstown, NY, November 10, 1810

Death

In this village [Cooperstown, Otsego Co. NY] on the 3rd inst.  Mrs. Rachel Mudge, consort of Mr. Elnathan Mudge, aged 45 years.

Cooperstown Federalist, Cooperstown, NY, December 1, 1810

Deaths

In this town [Cooperstown, Otsego Co. NY] on the 24th ult after a short but severe illness, Mr. John Pier in the 21st year of his age.  He was the eldest son of Mr. Aoner Pier.  By the death of this amiable young men, who but a few days ago was in the full vigor of youth, the fond expectations of a father have been blighted and society deprived of a valuable member.  His death presents a striking example of the uncertainty of life and is an impressive call to his surviving companions to be also ready.

At Fly Creek [Otsego Co. NY] on the 24th ult. Mr. John Adams.

Cooperstown Federalist, Cooperstown, NY, December 8, 1810

Marriages

At Hartwick [Otsego Co. NY] on the 4th inst. Mr. Jonathan Sprague to Miss Susan Dewey.

Death

On Sunday evening last, a son of Mr. Benjamin Bissel aged 12 years was unfortunately drowned in the pond near Messrs. Phinney's and Todd's Paper mill.

Otsego Democrat, Cooperstown, NY, September 2, 1848

Marriages

In Maryland [Otsego Co. NY] on the 25th ult. by the Rev. Judson Davis, Mr. Soloman Hilsinger of Decatur [Otsego Co. NY] to Miss Mary Chase of Maryland.

At Richfield Springs [Otsego Co. NY] on the 27th ult. by the Rev. Mr. Jarvis, Mr. Charles Peck to Miss Mary Bishop, both of this village [Cooperstown, Otsego Co. NY].

In this village [Cooperstown, Otsego Co. NY], on the 30th ult. by the Rev. L. Sperry, Mr. Garvin Cook of Westford to Miss Clarissa Brown of Middlefield [Otsego Co. NY].

In this village [Cooperstown, Otsego Co. NY], on Thursday morning, 31st ult. by Rev. A.E. Campbell, Mr. George D.  Hinman of Middlefield [Otsego Co. NY] to Miss Emily D. Fowler of this village.

Otsego Democrat, Cooperstown NY, September 9, 1848

Marriage

In this village [Cooperstown, Otsego Co. NY] on the 3d inst. by H.S. Babcock, Esq., William V. Scott to Elizabeth A. Cole both of Hartwick [Otsego Co. NY

Death

In Laurens [Otsego Co. NY] on the 30th ult. Ruth Root wife of Truman Root, aged 50 years.  She was an affectionate wife, beloved and respected by a large circle of relatives and friends and had been for more than half her days a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church and died in the faith of her Redeemer.

Otsego Democrat, Cooperstown, NY, September 16, 1848

Marriages

In Emanuel Church, Little Falls [Herkimer Co. NY], on the morning of the 11th inst. by Rev. Alfred B. Beach, Mr. James H. Nellis of this village [Cooperstown, Otsego Co. NY] to Miss Eliza M. Bucklin of the former place.

In Exeter [Otsego Co. NY] on Thursday the 7th inst. by the Rev. John Hughes, Mr. James G. Wells of Hartford to Miss Mary M. Jones daughter of Cornelius Jones of Exeter.

In Burlington Flatts [Otsego Co. NY] on the 12th inst. by the Rev. S.G. Jones, Mr. Fitch Hubbell to Miss Cordelia [Brown], eldest daughter of Mr. Rufus Brown.

Deaths

In this village [Cooperstown, Otsego Co. NY], after a brief and painful illness, Mrs. Phyann Ayres, aged 27 years. We trust the severe loss of the surviving husband and children is more than compensated by the fadeless bliss of the departed, who, in her last hours gave some cheering evidence that she reposed her hopes in him who has said, "I will never leave or forsake thee."

In Binghamton [Broome Co. NY], on the 4th inst. Mrs. Lydia Tully wife of Daniel Tully, aged 57.

Otsego Democrat, Cooperstown, NY, September 23, 1848

Marriages

At Torre Haut, Indiana, on the 31st ult. by the Rev. M.A. Jewett, Mr. Cyrus W. Bishop of Terre Haut, to Miss Rachel M. Perkins of Syracuse [Onondaga Co. NY].

At Toddsville [Otsego Co. NY], on the 5th inst. by the Rev. Mr. Bartlett, Mr. Laben Mathewson of Hartwick [Otsego Co. NY] to Miss Jane Eliza Cunningham of the former place.

Death

In Utica [Oneida Co. NY] on the 23d ult. Ella Emelia [Rounds] the only daughter of Stephen S. and Catherine Rounds, aged 3? years.

Otsego Democrat, Cooperstown, NY, September 30, 1848

Marriages

In Oneonta [Otsego Co. NY] on the 10th inst. by the Rev. H. Clark, Mr. Orville Wilsey and Miss Mary Ann St. John, both of Otego [Otsego Co. NY].

By the same on the 13th inst. Mr. F. Birdsall of Sidney [Delaware Co. NY] and Miss Emily O. Carr of Otego [Otsego Co. NY].

By the same on the 15th inst. Mr. Phinea Green Jr. of Franklin [Delaware Co. NY] and Miss Polly Ann Chrispell of Davenport [Delaware Co. NY].

In Rome [Oneida Co. NY] on the 17th ult. by the Rev. Mr. Knox, Charles Carroll Esq. of New London, to Miss Sarah A. [Butts] daughter of Daniel Butts, Esq. of the former place.

In this village [Cooperstown, Otsego Co. NY] on the 27th inst. by H.S. Babcock Esq., Mr. Andrew Eldred of Laurens [Otsego Co. NY] to Miss Naomi Platt of Milford [Otsego Co. NY].

Death

In Ithaca [Tompkins Co. NY on the 189th inst. Mr. Gilbert Arver, formerly a resident of this village [Cooperstown, Otsego Co. NY], aged 29 years.

Freeman's Journal, Cooperstown, NY, September 5, 1878

Deaths

In this village [Cooperstown, Otsego Co. NY] August 30th, Sarah E. [Pickens] wife of Lorenzo Pickens, aged 40 years. She departed int he confident expectation of a blessed immortality beyond the grave.

At Hartwick Seminary [Otsego Co. NY] Sept. 2d, 1878, Frederick T. [Hampson] son of Thomas and Louisa Hampson, aged 5 years and 3 months.

Clark Bassett of West Edmeston [Otsego Co. NY] was drowned on the evening August 25th at that place.  He and Mr. Miller were fishing on the mill pond near the village and by some means the boat which they occupied was capsized.  both sank and Mr. Miller succeeded in reaching the shore but Mr. Bassett was unable to escape.

Vital Records, Delaware (1826) & Broome (1838) Counties, NY

 Delaware Gazette, Delhi, NY, October 11, 1826

Death

In Kortright [Delaware Co. NY] on the morning of the 7th inst. Mrs. Nancy McClaughry, wife of Joseph McClaughry Esq in the 49th year of her age.  Mrs. McClaughry, after bearing with Christian fortitude and resignation a long and painful sickness, left this life with the bright hope of a blessed immortality, leaving a husband and ten children to mourn their irreparable loss.

Delaware Gazette, Delhi, NY, October 18, 1826

Death

In this town [Delhi, Delaware Co. NY] on Thursday the 12th inst. Ann Eliza Stoddart, daughter of Mr. William Stoddart in the eighth year of her age.

Delaware Gazette, Delhi, NY, November 8, 1826

Marriage

In this town [Delhi, Delaware Co. NY], on Monday the 6th inst. by Elder Crane, Mr. Nathaniel Stewart of Meredith [Delaware Co. NY] to Mrs. Abigail Flint of the former place.

Death

At Woodbury (Conn.) Mr. Samuel Moody, under extraordinary circumstances.  It is stated that he fell into the river in that place and was taken from the water a short time after, apparently dead, and efforts were made to resuscitate him, but these proving ineffectual, everyone concluded the vital spark had fled and arrangements were made for his internment.  The grave was dug and his remains were clothed with the usual habiliments of death, when he suddenly came to be and rising up, exclaimed with an oath that he was not dead yet, and should live the period of two years.  But the anticipations of the unhappy man were not realized in this particular, for after the funeral arrangements had been countermanded, and his grave filled, he swooned and in fact died.  Let this case be a warning to the attendant of such as suffer from this cause, not to relax in their efforts to resuscitate, lest friends should be committed to the grave as dead while actually alive.

Delaware Gazette, Delhi, NY, November 15, 1826

Death

On Sunday last in the 46th year of her age, Mrs. Abigail Whitmarsh wife of Dr. Thomas B. Whitmarsh of this town [Delhi, Delaware Co. NY].  In the morning, she prepared breakfast for her husband, who had been called upon to visit a patient at several miles distance.  A boy, 14 or 15 years of age, was left with her.  He was out when she fell.  When he came in and found her as he supposed in a fit, he gave the alarm to the neighbors, who came in and found her dead.  As her husband was absent and no one but the boy very near and he out of doors, it was thought advisable to hold a Coroner's inquest.  It was accordingly held; verdict, "She came to her death in a natural way, by the visitation of God."  She was kind and benevolent and beloved by her numerous relations and friends and the church to which she belonged.  On Tuesday, her funeral was attended by the Rev. Mr. Laing and the Rev. Mr. Maxwell, and a large number of relatives and friends.  An appropriate and well delivered sermon was preached by the Rev. Mr. Maxwell, from this text "Watch, therefore, for ye know neither the day nor the hour wherein the son of man cometh."  Mat, 25, 13.

Delaware Gazette, Delhi, NY, December 20, 1826

Marriage

In this village [Delhi, Delaware Co. NY], on Thursday last by the Rev. E.K. Maxwell, Mr. Aypron S. Smith of Franklin [Delaware Co. NY] to Miss Annis Howland of Delhi.

Broome Republican, Binghamton, NY, June 14, 1838

Marriages

In the town of Lisle [Broome Co. NY] on Wednesday the 6th inst. by James Stoddard, 2d, Esq. Mr. George Setmour of Triangle [Broome Co. NY] to Miss Mary Freeman of the former place.

In the town of Greene, Chenango County [NY], on the 12th instant, by the Rev. Mr. Van Ingen, Joseph G. Masten, Esq. of Buffalo [Erie Co. NY] to Miss Christina Cameron of the former place.

Broome Republican, Binghamton, NY, July 5, 1838

Death

William Butler a soldier of the Revolution, died at Philadelphia a few days since, aged 108 years.

Broome Republican, Binghamton, NY, July 10, 1838

Marriages

At Owego [Tioga Co. NY] on the 10th inst. by the Rev. Mr. Ford, Stephen Strong Esq. to Mrs. Abigail Camp.

In the town of Vestal [Broome Co. NY] on the 3d instant by the Rev. Mr. Rowland, Mr. Wm. Mersereau of Union [Broome Co. NY] to Miss Harriet E. [Dunbar] daughter of John Dunbar, Esq of the former place.

Broome Republican, Binghamton, NY, July 26, 1838

Marriage

On the 17th inst. by the Rev. Solon Stocking, Mr. Alvin Burt of Macomb County, Michigan, to Miss Harriet Amsbry of this town [Binghamton, Broome Co. NY].

Death

Mr. Daniel Wood of Pompey [Onondaga Co. NY], while on his way home on Saturday last in a wagon, in company with his wife, suddenly fell out and expired, it is supposed, in an apoplectic fit.  He was about 50 years of age.  A curious circumstance is mentioned in connection with the death of Mr. W. which bears upon the marvelous.  It is that about 20 years since, Mr. W's father while riding home on horseback suddenly fell from his horse, dead, not more than three rods from the same spot.  Syracuse Whig.

Vital Records, Chenango County, NY, 1814 & 1878

 Oxford Gazette, Oxford, NY, October 1, 1814

Marriage

In this village [Oxford, Chenango Co. NY], on Thursday evening last by the Rev. Mr. Thorp, Mr. Philo Judson to Miss Charity Bradley.

Oxford Gazette, Oxford, NY, October 15, 1814

News Item

130 Dollars Reward

Deserted on the 29th ultimo, Isaac Miner, a private soldier in the 29th Regt. of Infantry.  Said Miner says he is 22 years old; is 5 feet 6 inches high, fair complexion, hazel eyes, brown hair; by profession a farmer, but by practice a villain; Says he was born in Litchfield, Conn.; Last place of residence, Lisle, in Broome County [NY].  He is in the habit of changing his name, sometimes calls himself --- Peck.  He is very vain, pays no attention to truth and from the sample which I have had of his conduct, I believe there are but few crimes, however atrocious, that he would not commit.

Also

Deserted from the Rendezvous at this place on the 30th August, Daniel Collins, a private soldier in the 29th Regiment of Infantry.  Said Collins is about 35 years old, 5 feet 5 inches high, fair complexion, brown eyes, dark hair, and by Profession a carpenter; is an Irishman, speaks quite broken, stout built, tells much of deserting from a British Man of War.  It is supposed that Collins has gone eastward, to the North River. 

Whoever will apprehend said deserters and secure them in any jail, giving me notice thereof, or surrender them to any military post in the United States shall be entitled to a reward of fifty dollars for each of them and an additional reward of thirty dollars for the apprehension of said Miner, and all reasonable charges.  S.D. Kellogg, Lieut. 29th U.S. Infty.  Oxford, August 31, 1814.

Oxford Gazette, Oxford, NY, November 12, 1814

Deaths

In Coventry (Con.), Mr. Alexander Kenney, aged 106, the number of his descendants are about nine thousand.

On the 25th of July near London, the famous Dibden, the author of twelve hundred songs, many plays, &c. all tending to excite the best affections of the heart.

Oxford Times, Oxford, NY, August 28, 1878

Deaths

WINSOR:  In Bainbridge [Chenango Co. NY] Aug. 20th, of consumption, George L. Winsor, Esq. aged 27 years.

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MAIN:  In Westerly, RI. [or North Stonington, CT] Aug. 17th, at the residence of her niece, Mrs. Sanford Stillman, whom she was visiting, Mrs. Fanny York Main, widow of the late Randall Main, aged 82 years.  

Mrs. Main was a sister of the late Dr. E. York and of Jeremiah York, deceased, and for many years a beloved member of the Baptist Church in Oxford [Chenango Co. NY].  In that Church, her eldest daughter was married and went forth on her missionary work, and among those who now remain, there is no name more fondly recalled than the one above mentioned.  Thirty years ago, she went with her family to reside in the city of New York, from thence the husband and son Dwight, were brought to Oxford for interment, and her aged sister and her surviving son, Randall W. Main, on Tuesday brought her also to sleep beside them.  Mrs. Main has resided for the last six years at the old homestead in Stonington, Conn. with her sister, Miss Ruth York, now the last of a large family.  Whoever knew Mrs. Main loved her and most of all will those sorrow to whom she was the mother, and grandmother, reverently honored and cherished.

"We leave her, with a trust serene, / Which Time, nor Change, nor Death can move, / While with her childlike faith we lean / On Him whose dearest name is love."

News Item

Wednesday Allen Page a young man about 21 years of age, living in the town of Sanford [Broome Co. NY], shot himself while out gunning.  In passing through a field, he came upon an old plough shoe, and while examining it let it fall from his hands, striking the lock and firing the gun, the ball passing into his body immediately between the sixth and seventh ribs on the right side, and lodging under the opposite shoulder blade.  The unfortunate man walked about eighty rods after the accident, to a house, and was there attended by Dr. Hayes and Cook, of Afton who did all that could be done to relieve his sufferings.  Although alive at this writing, his recovery is pronounced as hopeless.  Binghamton Republican

Chenango American, Greene, NY, August 29, 1878

Deaths

In this town [Greene, Chenango Co. NY], Aug. 6th, Gracie R. Lawton, daughter of Fred and Susie Lawton, aged 2 years and 2 months.

In Coventry [Chenango Co. NY], Aug. 23d, at the residence of Frank Williams, Mr. Marcus B. Sanford of New York City, in the 59th year of his age.

In Norwich [Chenango Co. NY], Aug. 17th, Elizabeth [Brown] wife of Joseph Brown, aged 57 years.

A little son of Albert Stedman, of Homer [Cortland Co. NY], was drowned in a cistern which had been uncovered, on Friday last.  He was missed when his father came home from dinner, and search being made, his body was found in the cistern. The child was about 2 years old.  Cortland Democrat

Bainbridge Republican, Bainbridge, NY, August 29, 1878

Romantic Story for Owego

Owego had a very romantic but entirely true story which is the general topic of conversation in that vicinity.  In 1863, a man name Arthur O'Connor kept a hotel known as the Gate Hill House, three miles north of Owego [Tioga Co. NY].  He was arrested in that year, tried and convicted for passing counterfeit money, and was sentenced to two years in the Auburn State Prison.  He was married and had two children.   He never returned home, and his wife, believing him dead, was married in 1869 to a shoemaker named Hermann Berry.  A day or two ago, O'Connor made his appearance in Owego.  Berry, his wife's second husband, was absent from home.  O'Connor obtained an interview with the wife.  She accompanied him to Hornellsville [Steuben Co. NY] where one of his children, a daughter, who had grown up and married during his absence, lives.  Berry, coming home and finding out the situation, went to Hornellsville. He found his wife and asked her whether she would go back with him or intended to go with O'Connor.  She decided to return to Owego with Berry.  O'Connor left on the next train, taking with him his son, a young man aged 17 years.  He is going to South America.  He says that after being released from Auburn Prison he went to St. louis.  There he joined a gang of bank robbers.  They robbed an Illinois bank of $240,000.  O'Connor's share of the spoils was $25,000.  With this he fled to Cuba.  He was followed, arrested, brought back and sentenced to ten years in Joliet Prison.  His treasure he secreted in Cuba.  On his release in 1876 he went directly back to Cuba and recovered his spoils.  With it he went to Brazil, where, he says, he has acquired wealth and position.  He came to this county after his family.  He had in his possession $26,000 in cash, $10,000 of which, it is said, he gave to his wife.  N.Y. Times.

Vital Records, Chenango County, NY, August 1878

 Chenango Union, Norwich, NY, August 29, 1878

Marriages

VAN DEUSEN - HOLDREDGE:  In King Settlement [Chenango Co. NY], August 25th, by Rev. C.C. Williams, Mr. George Van Deusen to Miss Hattie E. Holdredge both of King Settlement.

STEBBINS - SAMSON:  In DeRuyter [Madison Co. NY] august 21st, by Rev. W.C. Phillips, Mr. Lee Stebbins of Rockdale [Chenango Co. NY] to Miss Julia E. Samson of DeRuyter.

ROBBINS - BROWN: In Plymouth [Chenango Co. NY], August 22d, by W.D. Powell, Esq. Mr. Frank Robbins to Miss Alice M. Brown, both of Plymouth.

Deaths

BELDEN:  In Guilford [Chenango Co. NY], August 20th, Mr. Lorenzo M. Belden, aged 67 years.

TANSEY:  In Preston [Chenango Co. NY], August 26th, Mr. Thomas Tansey aged 63 years.

DEAN:  In Afton [Chenango Co. NY] August 17th, Nancy [Dean], wife of Reuben Dean, aged 71 years.

MAIN:  In Westerly, R.I. August 17th, Mrs. Fanny York Main widow of the late Randall Main, formerly of Oxford [Chenango Co. NY], aged 82 years.

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In Memory of Benjamin P. Sisson

On Tuesday, the 29th, Benjamin Sisson passed calmly and peacefully from the shores of time into the vast, boundless eternity.  To him the thought of dying brought no fears, for his feet were firmly planted on the "Rock of Ages" and his hopes reached forth to "that which is within the veil."  His father's family consisted of ten boys and three girls only five of whom remain, and when the most of them were quire young, he was borne to the silent tomb.  But the mother, with almost superhuman energy, struggled on, kept her family together, and lived to see them occupy places of honor and respectability in society.

Benjamin Sisson was very much attached to his home.  Here he was born, and here for more than three score years and ten he had lived in the enjoyment of the respect and esteem of the community at large and loved and revered by those who were more intimately acquainted with him. For in the practice of those amenities and kindnesses which repeated day after day strengthen the cords of friendship and bind neighbors and friends together in the bonds of peace and good will.

Mr. Sisson was a pattern to all.  For thirty-four years he and his bereaved companion had lived together in the enjoyment of the most perfect domestic happiness.  Indeed, their home with its cares and duties was to them a little world, beyond which they seldom wandered except to the bedside of a suffering neighbor.  Then, their neighbor's troubles became their own, and they hastened to render every assistance in their power.  He sought not the honors and emoluments of this world, but the more certain riches of the world to come.

His remains were borne to the cemetery on Wednesday.  Notwithstanding the short notice, a large concourse of people assembled to pay the last tribute of respect to the departed.  Rev. Mr. Fox, of Norwich, preached from words presented by Mrs. Sisson and found in the book of Job, 19th chapter, 21st verse, and the Dickerson family, assisted by Mr. Cary, the undertaker sang some of the most appropriate and sweetest selections to be found in all the category of religious song.

News Item

New Berlin, Chenango Co. NY:  On Wednesday forenoon last might have been seen a group upon Beers' portico whose united ages cannot be reached by any similar number upon this corporation - at least, we think such to be the case.  They run as follows:

Amon Alcott, aged 87; John Hyde, aged 87; Welcome Arnold, aged 83; J.F. Field, aged 72; Peleg Brown, aged 72; Stephen Card, aged 79; Daniel Harrington, aged 68; Lewis Brown, aged 64.

Some of this number have resided in this section a lifetime and can look back to the time when, where stands this village, there was nothing but a wilderness.  It is very seldom that so many representatives of the "days that tried men's souls" are permitted to congregate together.  Gazette

Chenango Semi-Weekly Telegraph, Norwich, NY, August 28, 1878

Death

JACOX:  In this village [Norwich, Chenango Co. NY], at the home of -?- Wilbur where she has made a pleasant stay for a number of years, Mrs. -?- Jacox aged 88 years.

McDonough, Chenango Co. NY" Again the messenger of death has come and takes one of our beloved ones from our throng.  Rev. L.D. Howe, a former pastor of the F.B. Church, died on Thursday last, after a long and severe illness.  The funeral services were held at the F.B. Church on Sunday last and were attended by a large number of friends and relatives.  His remains were taken to East Pharsalia [Chenango Co. NY] for interment.

Chenango Semi-Weekly Telegraph, Norwich, NY, August 31, 1878

Marriage

Chenango Forks, Broome Co. NY:  A quiet marriage took place in this village last Wednesday evening.  The contracting parties were Oliver Quick and Della Eddleman both of this place.  Rev. Tood performed the ceremony quietly and quickly.

Death

Chenango Forks, Broome Co. NY:  Mrs. Ida F. [Edwards] of this place, died at Albany [Albany Co. NY], Wednesday of dropsy where she had been to receive medical aid. She will be taken to bighamton [Broome co. NY] Friday for burial, her parents residing there.