The Late Patrick J. Enright

From the March, 1926 issue of Erie Magazine:
PATRICK J. ENRIGHT, 88 years old, well known Erie Railroad employe, died at his home in Hornell, N.Y., on Jan. 22 (1926). Death followed an illness of six days, prior to which he was in good health.

Born in Limerick county, Ireland, Dec. 23, 1837, at the age of 25 years he came to this country and settled in Hornell. Six years later he moved to his home on Crosby street, where he subsequently lived.

Beginning work in 1862 as a locomotive fireman with the Erie Railroad Company he was soon made an engineer on the Susquehanna division. His record earned for him the position of engine dispatcher, which position he held for more than forty years. His promotion to engine dispatcher, at that time one of the most important positions in the Hornell terminal, was a just reward for faithful and efficient service.

Among his achievements in early life was the establishment of a commissary car to accompany all wrecking crews. He originated this idea, which other railroads were quick to adopt.

Mr. Enright is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Harvey J. Lester, of Hornell; Mrs. Daniel J. Reardon, Miss Anna Enright, of Buffalo, and one son, John J. Enright, of Hornell.

The funeral, attended by a large number of Erie representatives, was held Jan. 25.