AREA DEATHS PAGE ONE
 

In this village [Montour] on the morning of the 19th[ca 1868] Lucy, daughter of Carl and Margaret Messig. Age 20yr.Funeral this Saturday afternoon at 4 o'clock at St. Paul's Church.

In Hector, June 16th of Apoplexy, Mrs. Sarah L. Tichenor, wife of John Tichenor and daughter of Mr. Samuel Agard, late of Dix aged 34y, 3m, 10d.

In this village June 16th 1868 Mr. George Backman, aged 4[9? ]

At his residence near Auburn, Ind. David Casper, formerly of Hector Schuyler Co NY. Aged 85y.

In this village Sept. 15th 1866, Jennie youngest daughter of Lewis and Diantha A Thompson aged 2 yr. and 11d. Of such is the kingdom of heaven.

In Carlistle, Schoharie Co. NY on Wed eve. Sept 12th 1866 Mrs. Emma E Fitch widow of the late Alexander Fitch in the 51st yr of her age. Deceased was a sister of the late Peter Tracy of this village.

In this village on the 12th Anna daughter of Dr. G. D and Anna M. Baley, aged 1y, and 15d. [1868?]

At her residence in Alpine, July 15, Eliza A Dakin in the 24th yr of her age. For many years she has been a devoted member of the M. .E. Church in Catherine for two years. [Ca 1868]

At her residence in Montour July 7,1866 Hannah Evans in her 50th yr. She has suffered much for months from a tumor in the stomach. A member of the M. E. Church in Catherine for two years.

In Catherine this week Charles son of Capt. James N. Prince age abt. 22y; also only son of Charles Gibbs aged about 20 yrs. At Odessa Rev. M. M. Ransom, pastor of the Baptist Church in that village.

In Monterey of consumption on the 16th [July?] Elizabeth, wife of George W. Heist, aged about 30yrs. She was the sister of Lorenzo Webber, and one of a family of 12 children, all but one of whom are married and settled in life, and this is the first time death has come among the grown up members of the
family.

She was brought up and always attended the Presbyterian Church and for the last 17yrs. A member of the same. As a wife a mother a good house keeper and neighbor, she had few equals and no superiors and in the beautiful language of the burial service of the Episcopal Church she could truly say, I heard a voice from Heaven saying unto me write, henceforth blessed are the dead who die in the Lord; even so saith the spirit, for they rest from their labors.

On the 19th at the house of her eldest son in Oswego Mrs. Lydia Couch, of this village aged 69 yrs. The death is another breach in our society.

In Reading center, Schuyler Co NY Apr. 13, 1865 Rochester Hurd aged 64 yrs. He was born in Vt. 1801 emigrated to Starkey with his father 1803, lived with his parents until he married 1823. Soon after he bought a place in reading where he resided a short time. After buying and selling several farms he returned to Starkey, stayed a few years he then again returned to Reading where he lived most of his life and where he closed his eyes on earth.

Abigail B. Hurd died in Starkey, Yates Co NY. Nov. 1st, 1871 age 68 yrs. She was born in NJ in the year 1803, emigrated with her parents, Mathew and Hannah Lum to Geneva when she was three years of age and lived until her marriage to Rochester Hurd Feb 26, 1828. Since than she has lived in the
town of Reading, Schuyler Co NY.

James Ayers died at his residence in reading of Heart Disease Apr.14,1867.ae 43y. He was embraced by religion 26 years ago and united with the Baptist church. Nothing else given.

In Reading on the 2nd instant Mr. Hector Lee, a farmer of that town aged 51
yrs,

Mr. Lee was the youngest son of the late David Lee, of this town born and brought up here, and after his majority settled and married in Reading. His death was sudden and only being sick a few hours.

In Memoriam Dr. Starkey remarked on the days before his death, I shall soon be at rest.

Died at Rochstream Nov 8th 1878 at the residence of C. W. Barnes, Mrs. Charlotte Corbin, of congestion of the heart, aged 67 years, 5 months.

Luther Cleveland Died at his home in the town of Reading, Schuyler county on Wed. Jan. 17th 1872. Deacon Luther Cleveland, at the age of 70 yrs, 11 month and fourteen days.

Luther Cleveland was born on Sugar Creek, Pa. Feb. 3, 1801. His parents were of Conn. birth and training. Ephraim Cleveland the father and Keziah Noble his wife had settled there in the wilderness on land claimed by the State of Connecticut. And near the site of the present village of Troy in the County of Bradford. 1801 the family left Pa. and settled in the Chemung Valley within the boundaries of the present town of Montour in the County of Schuyler. They moved down the Ohio River in the spring of 1814, locating at Cincinnati where the mother died very suddenly in May of that year. The father returned immediately to Catharine now Montour and falling sick of malarious fever, died a few months later. Leaving seven children the youngest a mere infant, and the oldest under sixteen years of age. Left destitute and without parents or relatives to provide for them they were soon scattered in different families where they found such culture and training as their circumstances and the times would afford.
Luther Cleveland was a second in age of these surviving children. At the time of his father’s death he was under 14 yrs of age. During the remainder of his minority he lived in the family of Judge Phineas Catlin of Catherine. In 1823 he married Eliza daughter o f William P. Lee. They lived nine years in Crawford settlement in the town of Dix. He cleared enough forest to make a farm. In the spring of 1832 they settled on Lake Rd. in Reading. While a resident of Dix. They attended the Presbyterian Church to which the wife had belonged. After moving to Reading they joined the church at Rockstream. He was an elder and a deacon. At an early period of the Anti-Slavery agitation he was one of its most zealous and unflinching advocates and never hesitated to rank himself as the Abolitionist and friend of the colored race. He was also devoted friend of Temperance and maintained through life by precept and example. His wife who survives him at the age of 64.Grandchildren of the off springs of their union are the granddaughter Lucia, daughter of John Plumer Gabriel and wife of John Wallace Corbett of Reading. Their grand son Er Cleveland Gabiel remains the presiding genius o f the homestead with his grandmother. Of the original
family two brothers of Luther survive. One older ER Cleveland of  Sheldrake in the town of Ovid, Seneca County. Another brother Noble Cleveland of the town of Dix, Schuyler Co. being three years younger.
Three sisters predeceased him.

Phillip Ward a former resident of this place died at Eddytown, Yates Co. on the 4th [ca 1871] His age was 75 yrs. Within one-fourth of a mile three men have gone from us, Uncle Matthew Roice more than 96 yrs, Levi French the  blind man, about 85,and Phillip Ward ae 75.

Thomas B. Raymond fell asleep in Jesus November 26th, 1871, ae 82 yrs. 15d. Dec 25, 1871. He was born in Morris Co NJ. When young his parents moved to Philadelphia, where he lived until he was 21 yrs. He then came to the town of Lansing in this state. He married Miss Catherine Bunnell, fiver year later.1822 he came to this town [Reading] where he lived ever since. He was a pioneer Methodist of this section.

Alice Wheeler wife of Solomon Wheeler died at Rockford, Ill. Dec 11th 1871 She was born in Lansing, Tompkins Co NY

June 15, 1806,She converted to the Methodist Episcopal Church at he early age of four. She reared ten children.

Infant son of Mr. and Mrs. George G. Freer. [No date]

Eliza Winton Aug 2, 1853 w/o Peter L. Mallory 89yr

Wed. Aug 3, 1853 Warren s/o George D and Sarah Jane Hibbard ae 1y 5m

Emily Isabella d/o Dr. C and Mary Miller ae. About 2yrs.

Ithaca Caroline Stout w/o Joseph ae. 20yr. D. Thur. Aug 25, 1853

Abram Hyatt of Catlin Aug. 25 [ca1853] ae 45yrs

Mary Covert d/b? . 1829 d/o Gen. Isaih Smith.

Hector Thompkins Co. NY Mary J. w/o Caleb Smith ae 61 yrs. Ca 1853

In Dix 12th? Ephrian Wheeler ae 75. Buried Elmira. [1853?]

In Catherine of Apoplexy 15th March Mrs. Malinda Frost w/o Col E.C. Frost ae 42yrs. [Ca 1853]

In Hector [Nov 12, 1853 paper] Sunday last David Lambert Osborn ae 56 yrs. Leaves wife and 8 children.

Catherine Chemung Co NY Friday Apr. 7, 15 min. past six. Apr. 1854 Sterling Sherman s/o Thomas L. and Betsey Sherman Fanton ae. 15yrs.

Apr. 1854 Monday 10th Annabella C only dau. S. T. and Clarissa Bre?ven ae. 12 yr. 1m, 20d.

Died sat. 10th in Village [Montour?] John Finch ae 46 [ca 1854]

Aug. 26, 1854 paper. Died Wilahemia Durkee Youngest daughter of John T Durkee ae 14 yrs.

Mar. 21, [than had second date Aug. 1854] John Quigley ae 44yrs.

In Moreland Aug. 27, 1854 Maria w/o Chauncy H. Noble ae 36yrs.

Peter G. Vanderlyn Esq. died ae 27 yrs. [Ca 1854]

In Beaver Dams Feb. 22, 1855 Harriett Ann Bussey/Bassey ae 15 yr.

Susan Chapman ae 23 yr. died Fri. Sept 7th 1855 consumption.

James M. Huston ae 60yr. d. Sept. 9, 1855 cholera.

Thomas Mills Near Levenworth, Ks. formally Havana, late of California, d. Oct 18, 1855 ae 65yrs.

Mrs. Annis German d. Tues. Oct 30, [ca 1854] ae 78 yrs.

Atilda Geraldine Bennett d. Nov. 27. [Ca1854] ae 23 yr.

David Holton of Havana d. Dec. 23, 1855 ae 35 yrs.

Orpha Clarharty d. ae. 67. [Apr 11, 1857 paper]

Julia Messig d. Havana Apr. 1857 ae 6yrs.

In Catherine Mrs. Margaret Curtis d. Apr 15,1857 ae. 69 yrs.

In Burdett May 5, 1857 Susan d/o J. Casson ae. 47 yrs.

Michael Paige of Chatham C. W. d. June 1857 ae 57 yrs.

Asgill G. Hitchock s/o G. V. Hitchock d. June 19 1857 of cyanosis.

Catlin Center June 13, 1857 Cynthia E. died d/o Samuel and Elizabeth Sherman ae 7yr

Mrs. Josephen Miller d. Ashland Dodge Co M T. June 15, 1857 w/o R. B. Miller formally of Dix. Only daughter of J. T. Durkee of this village. Ae 27yr.

In this village July 18, 1838 Mr. John Gray d. of consumption. Ae 25 yrs.

Walker Burrell ae 69, died Aug 28, 1857. He was born in Redfield, Fairfield, Co. Ct. Oct 22, 1788. For the last 19yrs has lived in Catherine.

Mrs. William R. Culver d. Reading Center Tues. 22, 1857.

In Irelandville Sunday Dec. 20, 1857 Hampton Miller d. ae 80yrs.

Mrs. Sarah Seeley d. Jan. 15, 1859 ae 76 y 15d.

Monteray Schuyler Co NY John B. Palmer d. Dec. 16, [ca 1859] ae 57y.

Johnson Settlement Jan. 9, 1859 Permella wid. of David Beardsley ae. 83 yr.

Joseph Caton tailor SS Benham and Co. d. after weeks of illness Thur. Mar. 27, 1884. b. Orange Co June 1, 1816. Bur Glenwood Cem. Came to Pen Yan nearly 68 yrs. With brother and he was in the hardware business. They burned out and removed to Brardford. Came to Watkins and entered employee of McGee and Nichols at the age of 18yrs.

Lewis D Hilton d. late Sunday Apr. 13, 1884. After short illness of pneumonia. He came from Vt. in 1835. Married to Maria D Bedient 1836 at the M. E. Church. His age was 69.

Died here Ambrose D. Wolcott resident of NY City d. at home of mother Mrs. David Lacey of Burdett. May 5, 1884 ae 52 yrs. He came from the city a few weeks before he died.

Hiram Higgens an Ex conductor for he Hudson RR committed suicide by hanging on Friday. Despondency led to the act.

Mrs. James Pope died at her residence in Reading Apr. 26, 1884. Caroline wife of James Pope was nearly 74 yrs. Maiden name was Caroline Underwood and she married Town Columbus, Chenango Co. NY. She was married at age of 18 yrs. Apr. 29, 1810. After 3 yrs. moved to Warren co. Pa. She remained
there until 1836 and came to Reading in this county to live. Her age was 48. She had 8 children with six living, Mrs. G. W. Drake, Horace Pope of Reading, Dr. H. G. Pope of Watkins, James Jr. of Geneva OH. Mrs. Ellen Pope of Chenango Co. NY. Mrs. Alice Dean of New Haven, Ct. Capt. E. L. Curry d. at residence of his son in law D. P. Budd of N. Hector. On Mon May 12, 1884. He was nearly 81 yrs. Interment at Glenwood Cem. He was born in Orange CO.

Sarah Hart d Fri may 9, 1884 wife of George Gunnip in this village. He died Watkins July 20, 1869 Internment at Glenwood Cem. Her age was nearly 86 yrs. She was born Hopewell, NJ. July 9, 1798.
Her husband was b Hunterton Co NJ. Sept. 12, 1794.

Prof. John A. Gilbert d. at home in Peach Orchard Monday May 5, 1884 ae 80
yrs.

Henry Birkett Miller and Grain dealer of Dresden was driving along the track of S G and C. RR. His team of horses became frightened at cars. It threw him out of carriage, threw him on pile of stones. He obtained
fractured ribs and other injuries. He died Sat May 24, 1884

Maria Wait mother of William H. Wait president of Farmers and Merchants Bank in village d. of consumption in N. Hector. June 4, 1884. ae 71 y. 8m. Bur. Peach Orchard.

Mrs. Maria Wickes died at her residence at Watkins Tue. June 10, 1884 at 7 am. Ae. 80y, 8m.

She was born Romulus Oct 13, 1803 last survivor of two brothers and three sisters.

Children of Joshua and Sarah Tuthill. Brothers Benj at Starkey and Charles G. Tuthill. [deceased] d. Starkey Mar. 15, 1856. Charles died Ithaca Dec. 1875. Mrs. Fanny Hurd oldest sister lived with her previous 25 yrs. She d. In this village Mar. 29, 1823. Lived Eddytown till 1837 then to Reading. In 1856 returned to Yates Co at Rock Stream.

Maria Wicks came with parents to Starkey Yates Co. 1811. she married May
29, 1823.

Mr. Wicks d. there Aug 13, 1866 than she became permanent resident of this village. Had only daughter Sarah T. who died 1842 are 17 yrs. Had five sons James L., O Colby Mich, George A. of Watkins, Henry D. of Eddytown and Edward of East Saganaw Mich. Charles of Watkins.

Died at Clyde a blind lady Miss Maria Knapp ae 88yrs. b. blind.

Miss. Ida M. Brien of Reading Center d. June 25, 1884. ae 22 yrs. Only child of James

North Hector Schuyler Goltry of Reading resided near Halls Corners. Died Tues last ae about 70 yrs. bur. Glenwood cem. [July 3 1884 paper]

Mrs. Esther Thomas wife of W. A Thomas d. at her residence Sunday afternoon July 13, 1884 ae 27.

She leaves One child a mother, two brothers, and two sisters.

Death of Willie E. Barker of New Orleans La. of typhoid fever. ae 19yrs. Oldest son of James W. Barker.

Isaac Slater in Townsend July 24, 1884 committed suicide by slashing his throat with a razor.

Thomas McDermott formally of Reading, nephew of Andrew Ellison met with accident in Dundee July 18, 1884; following day he died. He had tried to  jump a train and was run over.

Ralph Wait Gould killed at Reading Oct 1877.

E.S. Conling d. Mon. July 21, 1884 Heart disease. He was a harness maker. Jonathan S Lawrence brother Mrs. Jane G. Campbell d. NY City July 10[?1884] oldest of six sons.

Samuel and Elizabeth Lawrence. He mar. 1838 Mary Richardson d/o Samuel Richardson of Springport Cayuga Co. She died two years later leaving on son Samuel.

Mary Hair Crosby d. Dundee May 29, 1884. ae 76 y, 6m. First husband Luther Hair d. 1837. Peter Crosby d. 1873. Leaving three children, Uriah Hair, Huldah Swartz, Mary Ann Hair.

Remains of Thomas Monnehan [June 12, 1884 paper] a former resident of Tyrone was brought from Corning to this village for internment. He died Sunday from effects it is thought of stab wounds received last March from an Italian.

Died Friday am Feb. 5 (ca 1857) at the residence of brother in law Mr. W. H. Collier, Eliza Wait Harris ae 31 wife of Charles Harris of Havana.

Died Havana Mar. 8th 1858 Mary. C. ae. 1y, 11m, 26d. daughter of E. S. and Hannah Hovey.

April 17th in Dix died Ellen daughter of Allenson C. and Catherine Yoemans Ae. 2 yr.

April 28 1858 Mary Elmsdorph d. ae 79 yrs. Presbyterian member.

Samuel Knox ae 21 yrs. from Havana died March 31 1858 at Fitchville, Huron Co. Ohio.

Died in Moreland Apr. 221, 1858 Sarah dau/of W. Wilson and Fanny Bump age 23yr. 8m. 15 da.

Mrs. Lucy Hubble ae 78 Binghamton sister in law Giles Orcott on Sunday Aug. 22 1858.

Died Blackberry Station Kane Co, Ill. Harriett N. Lee eldest daughter Rev. J. S. Lee, Oct 20, 1858 of congestion of lung and brain.

Nov. 15th 1858 Elizabeth Arabelle Harris wife of Orville Harris ae 26yr 8m.bur. Big Flats.

Charles McCAthy ae 83 Nov. 15, 1858 town of Catherine.

Jan. 1859 Mary Cass d. ae 21yr. 2m 27d. in Watkins.

In Lawrence Co Ks. Dec. 27, 1858 Thomas Bagley ae 21y, 8m, 23d. from Watkins.

In Southport Sept. 31, 1835 Josiah Wisin(er?) age about 40 yrs.

Rufus Cady d. Feb. 23, 1850 ae 28 yrs. 2m, 13 da

Lewis Cady son of Rufus and Elmira Cady d. Mar. 8, 1847 11m, 13d.

Mary E wife of Henry Cady d. Jul 21, 1850. ae 15yrs.

William I Cady son of Rufus and Almira d. Apr.21, 1853, ae 5y, 3m, 2d.

William D. Kimball d. June 29, 1876 of Beaver Dams.

Feb. 19, 1907 Mrs. Micah Reagan died Post Creek pneumonia age 64y, Jan. 4,
1913

Mrs. Arrilla Bailey d. pneumonia Jan. 5, 1907(wife of John) nee Bump.

Joseph Cooper funeral Feb. 19, 1907

Mrs. Mary Price Jan. 26, 1907 of Elmira Heights, ae 87yrs.

Joshua Stowits at Midway Jan 27, 1907.

Mrs. Murphy at Elmira Jan. 27 1907, ae 92yr.

Mrs. Hattie Edminister d. Whitney Point burial Jan. 30, 1907

Louise Bump d. Aug. 28, 1907.

In this village Sept 15, 1866 Jennie youngest daughter of Lewis and Diantha A Thompson age, 2yr 11d.

In Carlisle, Schoharie Co NY on Wed. evening Sept. 12, 1866 Mrs. Emma E Fitch, widow of the late Alexander Fitch 54 yr of age. She was a sister of the late Peter Tracy of this village.

In this village on the 12th (1866?) Anna dau. of Dr. G D. and Anna M. Baley, ae 1y, 15da.

At her residence in Alpine July 15, (1866?) Eliza A. Dakin in the 54th yr of age. Member of M. E. Church at Catherine.

At her residence in Montour July 27, 1866 Hannah Evans, 50th year. She suffered months from tumor in stomach. Member M. E. churches Catherine.

In Catherine this week Charles son of Capt. James N. Prince age about 22 yrs. ( July 1866?)

Only son of Charles Gibbs age about 20 yrs.

At Odessa, Rev. M. M. Ranson, Pastor of the Baptist Church of Catherine for two years. (1866?)

In Monterey of consumption 16th( m? yr? 1866) Elizabeth wife of George W Heist age about 30. She was sister of Lorenzo Webber, and one of a family of 12 children, all but one of whom are married and settled in life and this is the first time death has come among the grown up members of the family. She was brought up and attended the Presbyterian Church for the last 17 years.

On the 19th at the house of her eldest son in Oswego Mrs. Lydia Couch of this village, aged 69 yrs. Of a nervous temperament, Mrs. Couch as such persons often do, fell sometimes into an unhappy frame of mind in view of the weaknesses and faults of others as she regarded them.

In this village on the morning of the 19th Lucy daughter of Carl and Margaret Mesig aged 20yrs.

Funeral services this Saturday afternoon at St. Paul's Church.

In Hector June 16(1866?) of apoplexy Mrs. Sarah L. Tichenor wife of John Tichenor and daughter and daughter of Mr. Samuel Agard late of Dix, ages 34yrs, 3m, 10da.

In this village June 16, 1868 Mr. George Backman age 49 yr.

At his residence near Auburn, Ind. David Casper formerly of Hector Schuyler Co. NY age 85yrs. (written on clipping. Mrs. Ezra Thompson-father)

Mrs. Lenora Davidson Hendy age 64, wife of Judd Hendy, proprietor of the Hendy Hotel of this village, died Friday morning April 16, 1915 following a stroke. She was the daughter of Joseph Davidson a former crier in Chemung County court. She was born in Willawanna. She was a teacher in her younger
years at 14 years of age. She and husband had been married over 30 yrs. Her husband was the great grandson of Col. John Hendy who was the first settler in Chemung Valley.

Lucinda L Bates died at home of her son Chas. M. Bates April 9, 1915 at the age of 85 yrs. She was a resident of Montour Falls for years. She leaves two children Mrs. David Morris, of Buffalo, and Chas. M. Bates of Montour. Seven grandchildren Mrs. Alma Preisch of Lockport; Mrs. Roy Wooley and George Morris of buffalo. Mrs. E.A. Shulman, Mrs.. Earl Unwin, Miss Mary Bates and Myron Bates of Montour; five great grandchildren. Ella L., and E. Elma [rest of article is missing]

Curtis Dwight Weaver d. May 5, 1915 at the home of parents. He was the only son of Mr. and Mrs. O.Llewellyn Weaver. He was afflicted with a brain disease. He had an attack of grip and which our best physicians were unable to cope with. About a year ago he was operated on for adenoids which benefited him only for a short time in fact all was done that the human mind could devise, in the hope that the sufferings of the little fellow could be alleviated and that he be restored to health. The funeral was held
at the home Saturday on South St.

Mrs. Mary Jane Vail died at her home in Montour Falls Friday morning May 7, 1915 at the age of 88.

She had resided in this village for over 50 yrs. Funeral was held at her late home Monday afternoon. Rev. W. P. Miller officiating. Burial in Montour Falls Cem. She is survived by one daughter Miss Emily Vail of Montour Falls, and one brother John Fletcher Roe of Walla Wall Washington. Out of town relatives that attended the funeral were Mrs. Ella Updike, Mrs. Fred Saddler and Mrs. Will Long all of Geneva, and Mr. and Mrs. H. F. Roe of Owego.

Mrs. Mary Jane Hayden died at her home on Owego St Montour Falls May 1, 1915[rest of article missing]

Mrs. Cleo Wee Stoddard died at her home in Montour Falls July 6, 1915. Mrs. Stoddard had been suffering from consumption for three years. She was confined to her home since early last January. She was born in Millport in 1877and spent her girlhood days in that town. [rest of article missing]

Nicholas J. Hitchcock, Painted Post June 2, 1915 aged 29 yrs. died at midnight last night at the home of her father in law, William Stone of High Street following an extended illness of tuberculosis. Mr. Hitchcock is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Ansel Hitchcock of High St. He was born in this village  where he spends his early years. Recently he lived in Elmira where he has been employed as a machinist. He married Bessie Stone a few years ago. There were two children born to them, Gladys and Marjorie. He is  also survived by his father and mother. Mr. and Mrs. Ansel Hitchcock of this village and one sister Mrs. Lewis Holftrup of Elmira.

Lyman H. Doolittle [Correspondent of the Watkins Review] [July 14, 1915 ca.] resident of Montour Falls died at his farm east of this village, aged 78 yrs. He had hardening of the arteries of late years. He was born in the town of Newfield, Tompkins Co. but most of his life was spent in Schuyler Co. and the locality where he died.

Albert Cronk d. at his home in Montour Falls Aug. 7, 1915 at the age of 75 yrs. His sickness and death due to heart trouble.

Agnes B Smith Williams died at her home in Indianapolis, Ind. May 20, 1915. She spent her girlhood days residing with Mr. and Mrs. Oscar F. Curtis. She received her education here and graduated from Cook Academy, class of 1893. She married 1897 Humphrey Williams and in 1900 they moved to Indianapolis. She is survived by her husband and two small children, her father, David C.
Smith of Utica; Mrs. M. d’Sousa Martin of Minneapolis, Minn. where they live. and Mrs. Philip F Gabler, of Hagerstown Md. and one brother Charles T. Smith of Honolulu. Burial was in Crown Hill Cem. Indianapolis, May 22.

Mason N. Weed dies in Methodist Church Montour Falls. on July 4 1915. Mr. Weed had been troubled by and affection of the heart for some time. Mr. Weed was engaged in business in Montour Falls for 57 yrs. He was born Feb. 22, 1837, Washington's birthday. and death came on the nations birthday. Left and orphan at and early age, Mr. Weed spent his boyhood days with W. R. Smith of Addison NY. where he learned mercantile business. At the age of 21 he started out for himself with a capital o f $50.00. He located in Montour Falls where he remained until his death, engaged in merchandising and banking. At the time of death Mr. Weed was head of the firm of M. N. Weed and son, president of the Montour National bank. and president of the board of trustees of the Methodist Episcopal Church. Mr. Weed is survived by two daughters and one son, Mrs. E. H. Wakelee of Big Flats, NY. Mrs. W.E. Peebles of Buffalo, and Charles M. Weed of the firm of W. M. Weeds and Son. Montour Falls. Mrs. Mason N. Weed died Aug. 7,1914. Of the four brothers in Montour Falls at the time of the funeral of Mrs. Weed, three
have since died, Joseph M, George, of Owego and now Mason Weed, leaving John Weed of Owego the only survivor of the family of five brothers and sister. Interment was in family plot in Montour Falls.

In Dix on the 24th of brain fever, Luther Cady aged about 18 yrs.[May 1851]

In Dix on Monday the 18th, March, 1850 Amanda Cady[ dau.of Silas and Mariah]

Her death was consumption and her age was about 22yrs.

Died in Hector Oct 12th, 1863? Mr. Philo Sackett in the 76st year of his  life. He was born New Lebanon, Columbia Co NY and married and settled in Nassau. Rensaelaer Co. where he resided until 1828 where he moved to the town of Hector. His father Buel Sackett was a soldier of the Rev. and did duty at the execution f Major Andre, and he himself was in the service and held a commission in the war of 1812.Though a lifelong Democrat and an ardent supporter of such men as Jackson, and other illustrious names that have passed away and ever cherishing a veneration for the principles which he early espoused, yet he had no fellowship with modern Democracy and the lst public act of his life, 8 days before his death. and which will be cherished in grateful remembrance of him, was his vote in favor of the adoption of the following resolution as the sentiment of the Baptist Church of Bennettsburg, of which he was a member, in their annual letter to the Association:

Resolved, that in view of the continuance of the Slaveholders atrocious Rebellion against the rightful authority of the Government of the United states, this Church avails itself of this occasion to reiterate its
unqualified condemnation of the origin, aim, and purposes of said rebellion that we praise Almighty God for the successes that have attended the National arms during the past year; that we again avow our Ernest interest in, and sympathy with the efforts of President Lincoln and his Cabinet together with the officers and soldiers of the field for the overthrow of Treason and conservation of our national fabric; that we cordially thank the President for his admirable proclamation of Jan 1st 1863 esteeming it wise just and effectual to the pulling down of the stronghold of inequity that as Christians convening an irrepressible antagonism between Liberty and Slavery and an irreconcilable inconsistency in being loyal to God, without at the same time being loyal to country freedom and humanity we will not cease to labor and pray for the speedy destruction of the rebellion and with it the wiping out of the long standing conspiracy
against human Liberty.

In Reading Schuyler Co NY on the 28th Mr. James Peck, on of the early settlers of that town.[ca Dec. 1863]

In Corning on Wed. evening Dec. 24.[1863 ca] Cornellia M. wife of Frank B Brown editor of the corning Democrat.

In Moreland Schuyler co NY on the 3rd Mary K. wife of Rev. J. Gray aged 64 years.[ca 1863]

At Moreland Nov 24 Clara Bell d/o Chauncey and Jane Noble aged 3yrs, 9mo. [ca 1863]

In hospital at Nashville, Tenn. of typhoid fever Nov 23rd [ca 1863] Curtis J. Chamberlain, of Co. A. 141st Reg’t NY Vols. age 27 years 2 mo. Again in the Providence of God, has the heart of a wife, a widowed mother, and an only sister, been smitten by the death of a husband, an only son and brother. Fifteen months since he enlisted as a soldier in defiance of his country, full of hopes that he should soon return to enjoy the association of friends and family.

At Townsend Schuyler co NY Dec 7th [ca 1863] Harvey youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. Amos Royce aged 19 yrs. [ca 1863]

Feb. 14, 1867 paper. Mrs. Lucinda Like wife of Jacob Like, residing in the town of Bath [about half mile above Kanona] committed suicide. On the morning of Thursday last Jan 31st about 9 o’clock by hanging herself.

Michael Hanlon of New Haven, Ct wishing to enlarge the hold in the head of a barrel which had contained kerosene oil, instead of using an augur as he should have done, heated a poker red hot and tried burning it out. Result, the barrel was blown into a thousand fragments, and Hanlon severely, if not fatally.

A young man named George Davis hung himself on the 11th in the barn of Mr. Ely Phelps, at Mendon, Monroe Co. Mr. Phelps had had Davis imprisoned previously on a charge of embezzlement but believing finally that another person was the guilty party, had himself bailed out Davis, took him to his own home and gave him employment. It is not known why the young man committed suicide.
 
 

Feb 14, 1867 paper- A man named Hughes, who was at work near Rhinebeck stations on the Hudson River Railroad, had his head severed from his body the other day by a rock which fell from an embankment.

In Feb. 14, 1867 states the following- Col. William W. Jones, the first white male child born west of Utica, in this state died in Leicester, Livingston Co Jan. 31, and age 180 years. [possible? may be typo of paper and should be 108?]

The Rochester Express records- The death in this town of Webster, Monroe Co. Jan. 28th 1867 of Mr. Jacob Near 100 years old.[particle paper cut off so not sure of correct age]

In this village on Thursday Morning Aug. 24th Arthur B son of John I and Agnes B. Lawrence aged 1yr,3m, 10da.[ca1866?]

Died suddenly at his residence in this village on Monday morning July 30 John L. Lawrence in the 55th year of age. In July 1863 he married Agnes Thom of Geneva, purchased a residence and went into house keeping. His remains were taken to the family burying ground near the banks of Cayuta Lake. He was born in NY City Jan 6, 1812. He was the eldest son of the late Hon Samuel Lawrence, who with his two brothers owned a large tract of land surrounding Cayuta Lake in Catherine.

Died in the village of Watkins March 31st 1862 Charles Louis only son of J.D. and M. M. Payne. aged 1yr. 10 mo. About a year has passed since his little brother Johnie entered upon the uninterrupted joys of eternal inheritance.

Died of typhoid fever at the Jefferson House in this village on Sunday evening, Apr. 13th 1862, Charlotte Augusta dau. of Aaron Freer, deceased and niece of George G. Freer. age 17 years.

At his residence in Watkins on Tues. afternoon 3rd 1864 George Hallett aged 56 years, 7m, 23days. he was a native of Cape Cod, Mass but for the last ten or fifteen years has made this village the place of business. He leaves a wife and a child.

In this village Apr. 22, Robert Lockwood aged 45 yrs. He was a native of Ulster Co and had been a resident of Watkins for about 13 yrs. Four year ago he was elected sheriff.

At the residence of her mother on South St. in this village, Mary Frances Skellenger died 15th of March 1867. She was the dau of the late Maj. Wm. Skellenger. She was 18 yrs, 11m, 15da.

Death of William H. Skellenger last week of our late townsman. The death occurred in Austin, in Southern Minn. where he had recently located. His remains returned accompanied by his mother. His sickness was of long duration. During the early part of last month his wife summoned his mother. On the 8th day of Dec. in his 36th year.

Mr. and Mrs. John L. Halpin on Friday Aug. 6, 1909 of Odessa started  together to visit the Great West.

They intended to visit Salt Lake City, Ogden, Portland and Seattle.

Leaving Montour Falls at 3:04 pm they went to Elmira and there took the Buffalo limited on the D. L. and W. Both went away happy and cheerful in anticipation of the many good times in store for them.

Mr. and Mrs. Halpin reached Denver Sunday afternoon and stopped for a day's rest. Then pushing on they attended the G. A. R. Encampment at Salt Lake City. Delayed by a wreck in the Royal Gorge, the travelers were 21 hours late in reaching Salt Lake City. Before reaching the encampment the weather
was so hot that the journey took much of Mrs. Halpin's strength. But both she and her husband thought that a two-day's rest there would make her well again. In the city of the Great Salt she however became ill. But soon recovered sufficiently to wish to continue to Seattle. On Friday evening Aug. 18, Mr. and Mrs. Halpin went to Ogden to take the Saturday morning train over the Oregon Short land for the home of their daughter in Seattle where they expected to visit for a few weeks and attend the Alaska Yukon
Exposition. But on Saturday morning the severe heat and the bad water of Salt Lake had broken the health of his wife.

Even then, however she insisted on going on. They dressed for the trip and Mr. Halpin helped Mrs. Halpin go from her room to the street. . This however was destined to be the dear lady's last journey.

Her strength failed her. She was carried to her room. The best physician in Ogden hastened to her side. All efforts however were futile. Mrs. Helpin gave up the battle and went to sleep. Her spirit fled so quickly that even the poor lady herself did not know that she was to go so soon. Mr. Halpin made arrangements and with broken heart made the journey home alone.

Mrs. Grace E. Holmes widow of Clark P. Holmes, died Friday Oct 8th, 1909 at the home of her son, M. B. Holmes 521 West 135th St. New York City, aged 82 yrs. Funeral services were held at the home Sunday and on Monday the remains were brought to this village for burial beside her husband in the
family lot in Montour cemetery.

The death of Mrs. Julia A. King occurred at her home on Broadway at one o’clock. Wed. Oct 13th 1909 aged 84 yrs. She had been a resident o this village several years moving from Interlaken NY after the death of her husband. She funeral will be held from the home Friday afternoon.

Mrs. Louisa G. Covert died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Minor Howell Fri. Aug. 20,1909.She was born in Chatham Canada, Sept 28, 1837. Her parents were Seth and Elizabeth Green. The father died when she was young and the family moved to Buffalo, NY. She married Peter D. Covert of Ovid,
NY June 14, 1892.There were five children Carrie, Seeley, Alfred, Charles and Mrs. Mary Howell. Three children had predeceased her, Peter H, and two infant children. She also leaves four grandchildren and one sister, who resides in Mich. Funeral services, were held Sunday at the home Burial
being in Ovid village.

Mrs. Anna Stull wife of the late Frank Stull occurred at her home east of this village Wed. Sept. 1st 1909. Her age 82 yrs. . She had been ill in the past summer the funeral will be held from the home Fri. afternoon. Burial will be in Millport.

Elizabeth Rundle Nichols died at her home in Shingle Home Pa. Sept 24, 1910. She was laid to rest beside her first (?) husband Jonathan Rundle. Mr. and Mrs. Rundle were citizens of this place a great many years. and were member of the Baptist Church.

Isaac J. Bassett former resident (Elmira) of this village died at his residence at 950 Oak St. Dec. 3, ca 1894.Aged 74 yrs. He had been a resident of Elmira 9 yrs. He was an Odd Fellow and a Cabinetmaker.

He worked in Elmira and Havana. Internment was in Woodlawn. Paul Bearers were Capt. H. Couch, Charles Hamilton, S. J. Brown and A. D. Misner. He leaves his wife and six children. Stephen R. of Kissimmee, Fla. Charles A. and Joel A of this city. Mrs. Lottie B. Martin, Of Havana Mrs. Mary E.
Hassler of Elmira and Mrs. Ora Vernoy of this city. If he had lived to spring they would have celebrated their golden anniversary.

John L. Fitzpatrick who several years an employee in the journal office died Elmira 2nd no month mentioned. He was born and reared in this village and his mother Mrs. Margaret Fitzpatrick still resides, as does a younger brother, Joseph R. Fitzpatrick. His father died during the war at Andersonville when both boys were very young. After graduation from many years in school he worked in the office of Hull Fanton. From there he entered the Journal office and served a full apprenticeship. After becoming
a journeyman he went to Elmira where has since resided.

Mrs. Julia Bassett. The announcement of the death [ca 1892- 94] of Mrs. Julia A. Bassett , at the home of her daughter, Mrs. J. F. Hassler, No.1211 Benton St. will create profound sorrow among her large circle of acquaintances. she was 70 yrs. of age and leaves six children, Stephen of Florida, Charles J. A., Mrs. Mary E, Hassler and Mrs. O. A. Vernoy of Elmira, and Mrs. Lottie B. Martin of Havana. The deceased was a woman possessing the noblest Christian virtue and the most lovable personal
traits of Character-Elmira Gazette.

At the home of Mr. and Mrs. William Saylor in Moreland, Jan. 14th, 1892 their only dau. Mrs. Lulu Osborn in her 22d yr. Funeral services were held at the Baptist Church Sat. the 16th, Rev. Geo. H. Thomson officiating. Her mortal remains repose in Moreland Cemetery. She was a member of he Baptist
Church. She leaves a kind and loving husband and infant [rest of paper cut off.]

Died at the residence of her son-in-law, Mr. George F. Bowlby, in this village Wed. Morning Juyly 24th, 1889 Mrs. Margaret A. Smith, in the 86th year of her age. Funeral services will be held at the house on Friday at one o’clock and the remains taken to Burdett for internment.

The wife of Rev. James Scovill died at her home in this village Wed. morning, Apr. 9th. The funeral will be held from the house Friday afternoon at 2 o’clock. [no date. ca. 1892-94]

Miss Lelia F. Henry a former resident of this village, died in Cortland, NY. Jan 30th, 1891. Brief services were held at her home in that village on Sat. after which the casket was moved to this place, to the home of Mrs. Helen Skellenger, resting a short time among the friends of her childhood. Sunday afternoon funeral services were held at the residence, by Rev. M. King. Resting Place in the family plot, in our beautiful home of the dead.

Mrs. Mary E. Ferguson, who has been employed for considerable time in the Bethesda Sanitarium, died early on Wed. Morning of this week [rest of paper  cut off, no dates but ca. 1894 papers]

Died at her home in this village, Tuesday evening Jan. 16th [1894 written on clipping] Elvira A. wife of Milo Brink, aged 45 yrs.

Death of Mrs. James. M. Dunham. Jane Adaline Searls, wife of Mr. James M Dunham, died at her home in this village, Wed. evening at half past nine o'clock. Mrs. Durham was born in Dutchess Co. NY. Dec. 22nd 1815 and came to this section of the country when quite young. On May 30th, 1838 she
married to Mr. Dunham, and resided in this village for the past 38 yrs. She had been an invalid for many years. She leaves a husband and one son Mr. Eli A Dunham. Funeral will be held at the residence.

Death of Mrs. Starkweather. The death of this lady occurred at her home on Ayers St., in this village Sat. Jan. 9th 1892 aged 72 yrs. Her husband, who died in 1880 came to this village to reside thirty five years ago and lived here ever since. Funeral was held at the residence by Rev. F. F. Rice officiating . Mrs. Starkweather leaves three children, viz: G. W. Starkweather of Elmira, Mrs. C. J. Dewitt of Skaneateles, and Miss Emma F. Starkweather of Olean.
 
 

Hon. John T. Andrews died yesterday at 1 pm aged 91 yrs. [ca-1894 clippings] The funeral will be attended from the residence in this village tomorrow afternoon conducted by Rev. A. Frederick and the Masonic order.

The death of Mrs. N. J. Crittendon from blood poisoning occurred yesterday afternoon at the Arnot-Ogden [Elmira] hospital. She was 37 yrs. of age. She had been ill for some time and was received at the hospital for one day previous to her death. She was first taken ill with an affection of the brain. She was the widow of Albert W. Crittenden who died two years ago. She is survived by two daughters and a son, also a sister, who resides in Bath. The funeral will be held at her late home 404 William St. Internment will be in Woodlawn. [July 13, 1894 written on clipping ]

Albany, May 24 [special] Charles A. Keyser of Hornellville, chief entry clerk in the office of Comptroller Roberts, was found dead in bed at Keeler's hotel this afternoon having committed suicide by turning on the gas. Keyser was appointed clerk in the comptrollers office in Jan. but ever since he has commenced work there he has complained of serve headaches that had been brought on by an attack of the grip. He left nothing in writing to explain his rash act. Keyser was 35 yrs old and unmarried. [ included on
this clipping the following] The above appeared in the Elmira Advertiser this [Friday] morning. Mr. Keyser was a native of this village, and the oldest son of the late Alpheus Keyser.

[Special to the Elmira Budget] [1894 written on clipping]

Another lengthy article clipping describing kindly words of the above young man. He had been appointed clerk in Albany and arrived a week late for his duties as clerk for he had taken sick with the grip. He assumed his duties upon his arrival and conversed little with his co-workers. He was zealous at his duties and gained respect of all his associates. His associates however noticed his melancholy, the controller called him to his office to enquired the cause. Keyser told of since his grip he had headaches.
Controller Roberts advised him to take a vacation and seek immediate rest at his home. Mr Keyser left at once for his home in Hornellsville and did not return to his duties here until last Friday. He than reported that he thought he had entirely recovered from his troublesome headaches.

He was for some time employed in the post office there and later accepted a position as a book keeper in Crane's bank. This position he held at the time of the failure of the bank. As usual upon all such occasions, vague rumors were circulated concerning the bank's affair. It was intimated that certain people had been given and intimation of the impending failure and permitted to withdraw their funds. Such rumors preyed upon Mr. Keyser’s sensitive mind and seemed greatly to annoy him; although no definite charge was ever made that he had ever given out any such information. His age was about 35 yrs. He leaves a mother and brother.

Mr. Keyser was born in Havana and was at one time deputy postmaster there. He was about His father was a well known Schuyler county politician.

Oct 20, 1894 written on clipping
The death of Mr. Herman Beardslee has already been noticed in these columns, still the even may justify some more particular expression of the sense of loss of one so much respected in the community. Mr. Beardslee became a resident here less than three years since, but had won the confidence and esteem of the people of this village in no small degree.

The death of Michael C. Tum occurred at his residence at the corner of 9th and Perry in Watkins, Thursday afternoon Oct. 7, 1915 after a brief illness. He was the eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Michael Tum who were early settlers of Montour. He is survived by his wife and one daughter Mrs. Arthur Briggs of Rochester and on sister Mr.s L. N. Stoddard of Montour Falls. Rev. Bouck was the officiating clergyman. Burial in Glenwood cemetery.

[?month, 9th, 1915]
Mrs. Frederick Stritenbug aged eighty-? [rest of clipping missing] was found dead Sat. night on her floor at his home on Broadway dead. A nephew had visited earlier and built her a fire to make her comfortable. She was feeling as well as usual. Mr. ?

returned at eleven o’clock and horrified to find her dead. Coroner was called and upon examination said her death was from heart failure. Funeral was held at home of Mr. and Mrs. Messig and burial in Glenwood Cemetery.

Sydney S. Decker Jr. received a telephone call this wed. morning informing him of the sudden death of his aunt, Jennie Weed David which occurred at the Hotel

Windemere, Santa Monaca, Ca. Tues. Dec. 14, 1915. Mrs. Davis was the daughter of he late [piece of clipping missing] -------- Mrs. Joseph Weed, and a sister ? J. Weed of this village, Willis ---? of ---? Corry. Pa. and Harry H. Weed of Edmonton, Alberta, Canada; also a daughter Mrs. F. A. Okes of Bloomfield, [?] The remains were sent to the home 430 Riverside Dr. NY and will be conveyed to this village for burial.

Charles L. Tracy Died at St. Paul, Minn. Dec 18, 1915, age 68 yrs.

Mr. Tracy was born in this village, the son of Daniel Tracy. He removed to Minn. 1870. where he since resided. Surviving him are his widow, one son, Gilbert Tracy of St. Paul. One daughter, Mrs. Harry Fabian of Dedham, Mass., two brothers Fred I. Tracy of Grand Rapids, Mich. and Edmond T. Tracy of Vineland, NJ. also two sisters Miss Florence Tracy and Mrs. Charles R. Watkins. of this village.

Word has been received of the death of Mrs. Alexander Clauharty, which occured at her home in Adrian, Mich. Dec. 15th,1915. Mrs. Clauharty will be remembered as one as one of the charter members of the Baptist Church and an earnest faithful Christian woman. Her husband died about 7 yrs ago.

Word of the death of Mrs. Jonathon Cronk. She was born near Williamsport, Pa. June 19, 1836 and passed to her eternal reward, Tues. Jan. 11, 1916. She was married to Jonathan Cronk on Nov. 30, 1855 and lived in Montour Falls for 60 yrs.

About 3 yrs. ago she was suddenly stricken with paralysis which left her to a semi-helpless condition. About two weeks ago she contracted a severe cold which developed into pneumonia and which was the direct cause of her death. She was a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church. She is survived by one
son William A Cronk of Addison NY. The funeral will be held at the home Thur. Jan. 18th.

The death of Willis Quigley occurred at the home of Miss Carrie Mettler on Genesee St. Tues Morning Jan. 11, 1916. Mr. Quigley had resided in Montour Falls for half a century, coming here from Post Creek, where he was born. For twenty two years he was an efficient clerk in the drug store formally conducted by Dr. Hinman. Mr. Quigley is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Woodford Brooks of New York City.

The funeral will be held Thur. at the residence of Frank L. Mallory on Genesee St. The pall bearers will consist of members of Myrtle Lodge No.131, F &A.M. of which the deceased was a member. Rev. Bouck of Watkins will officiate. Interment in Montour Falls cemetery.

(part of paper cut off, ca 1916) of fifty five years. (death?) Mr. Holmes was a paperhanger, which business he had followed for many years. He was born in Newfield, and was one of Charles and Huldah Holmes. Surviving his widow, one son, Gerald and one daughter by a former marriage, Mrs. Ernest Miller, of DeRuyter, NY. also four brothers, Wesley of Catlin, Orlando and Elmer of Milport and James of Montour Falls. Internment in Montour Cem.

Miss. Elizabeth J. DeGraw died at her home on Genesee St., Tuesday Jan. 11, 1916 at the age of 85 yrs. Death was due to tuberculosis, with which she has been a long and patient sufferer. She is survived by one sister, Miss Margaret DeGraw, with whom she had lived a great many years. Rev. Miller
officiating at the home, internment in Mitchell Cem.

(part of paper cut off ca. 1916) --Chemung Count and afterward came to Schuyler Co. in which he spent the major potion of his life. He was held in high esteem by all who knew him. He led a clean life by whichis indicatedby his advanced age. Last fall he with his daughter, Mrs.Mary Perry, came to Montour Falls to spend the winter and were making their home with Miss Carrie Mettler. Mr. Wilson is survived by one son, Alvin Wilson of Chicago, one daughter , Mrs. Mary Perry of Odessa, and one brother, Charles Wilson, of Rochester NY. Funeral was from the home of Mrs. Rachel Weed. Internment in Mitchell Cem. W.P. Miler officiated.

Jenny Beach Perry wife of M. K. Perry, suddenly passed to her inheritance Tues. Morning Feb. 29,1916. at the age of 53 yrs. She had been sick about a week but her friends thought she was much better. She was the daughter of Alonzo and Eleanor Beach and was born at Newfield, NY. She was married to M. K. Perry the 24th Feb. 1889, and lived in the village of Valois until five years ago when they came to Montour Falls. Mrs. Perry was devoted member of the Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband and two sons, and three daughters, Harry J., of Hornell, John B. of Elmira, Florence A. of Willard, Clara and Mabel at home; also six brothers and one sister, Fred of Muskegon, Mich., Dwight of Canesteo, Jay of Elmira, Charles of Odessa, Merrick of Painted Post, Jerry of Rochester, Hart of VanEtten and Mrs. Willis Sackett of Bennetsburg. Funeral held at the Baptist Church with services conducted by Rev. W. P. Miller. Internment in Mitchell Cem.

Mrs. Anna Austin Cronk wife of Dewitt Cronk was born May 1st, 1850 and died at her home in Wedgwood, Feb. 19th, 1916. Mrs. Cronk had been a life long resident in Wedgwood and was most highly esteemed by all who knew her. She was a member of the Christian Church. She is survived by her husband and by three brothers and two sisters. George and Don Austin of Montour Falls and Otis Austin of Syracuse; Mrs. Luther Bailey of Montour Falls and Mrs. Ed. Priced of Wedgwood. Funeral was held Tues. at the home. Rev. W. P. Miller officiated and internment in Montour Cem.

(part of paper cut off) (Mr. Winters) --? County where he was born Sept. 20, 1835. Prof. Winters became one of the most successful popular and distinguished educators of this section. He was the son of the late Daniel and Mary Winters and a brother to Alonzo and William Winters, all of Berrington. (Yates Co.) His wife was Hettie Payne, of Hamilton, NY. He leaves three sons surviving aged 17 yrs., 15, and 8 yrs. An elaborate sketch of his life appears in the Griffin Sun. At the age of 21, without money he by hard work accumulated enough to pay for a full course in Rochester University from which he graduated with honors in 1865. He than became principle of the Ward school at Nashville; because of Ill health resigned two years later; in 1867-1869 traveled through Germany, France and Italy. In 1869 he obtained the degree A. M. In 1870 he taught school in Wellsboro School but ill health again compelled him to resign. In 1875, he
became principal of Cook Academy at Havana. This was for a five year period. Than for recreation and study he visited Egypt, Palestine and Greece. In 1880 he purchased the Doylestown, Pa. Seminary. Two years later the failing health of his wife compelled them to move to Florida. July 1, 1886, Prof. Winters purchased Griffin Female College, and as the principal.

(ca. 1892)
The Newfield correspondent of the Ithaca Journal thus chronicles the death of the death and burial of Mrs. W. A. McCorn, a lady known to our citizens. Last Monday the remains of Margie, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. H. Wetherell of Mentor, Ohio, arrived in this village. Funeral was held at the M. E. Church and internment was in the new cemetery grounds. The history and direct cause of her death are too well known to the people of this immediate vicinity to need reiterating in these items. Suffice it to say that expressions which are generally of a decidedly uncomplimentary sort are very freely indulged in toward the person who under the forms of law and by his solemn oath pledged himself to be her protector. Margie died from grief and of a broken heart, and the knowledge of this fact by the people of this neighborhood a very large concourse of the citizens who shower their heartfelt sympathy for the death. (ca1892)

Died on Tues. Nov. 15th (ca. 1892) Mrs. Julia P. Goodwin,m wife of the late Ff. D. Goodwin, aged 87 yrs. Funeral at 2 pm.

Died at his home in Havana, Sat. Oct. 15, 1892, Edward Darrow aged 38 yrs.

Mr. Charles S. Stackhouse, a young man about 26 yrs. of age, who was here visiting his parents, met with a terrible death on Tue. night last. He with three of four other young men went to Watkins on the 6:21 p.m. train, spending the evening in that village, and going to the depot to return on the 9:36 p.m. train. For some reason, instead of entering one fo the passenger cars, they climbed onto the rear platform of the sleeper. Just asthe train was crossing the Glen Creek Bridge, as short distance out of Watkins, it is said young Stackhouse’s hat blew off and in his attempt to catch it he fell from the train, which was going at considerable speed. His companions made no attempt to stop the train, if indeed they could have done so, but upon arriving here notified the Railroad officials.. His father was also notified of the accident, who with Coroner Post and several others proceeded to the place and found the young man dead, his skull having been fractured. The body was removed to the residence of his father. The funeral will be held from the Baptist Church Friday. Mr. Stackhouse was a printer, having learned his trade in this office. About two years ago he went to Coudersport, Pa. at which place he had resided until a few days since, when he engaged to go to Waverly, NY to work on a new paper about to be established there. His wife and child with their household goods went on to that place on Monday last, and Mr. Stackhouse came on here to spend a few days with his parents.

Mr. George VanArnum died at the home of h is father in this village on Tues during the night, aged 20 yrs. (ca 1894)

Miss Lena J. Palmer death took place at the house of Mercy. Miss Palmer was a graduate of the Cortland, NY normal school and being highly recommend was appointed to grade number six in Morningside school at the beginning of the present term. She was taken suddenly ill in school the first week of Oct. and a day or two after taken to the house of mercy suffering from typhoid fever. Prof. A. O. Palmer of Cortland has been in constant attendance of his sister. The body was taken today to Miss. Palmer's home at Havana. (ca.1892)

Mary Walker a former resident of Havana died at Willard State Hospital for the insane, about a week ago. She was 60 yrs. old and had been committed to the institution from the county about three years ago.

Mr. Cornelius Platt, for the past year or more a resident of this village, died this morning. (Thursday) of consumption. He was the brother of Mr.Giles Platt, and was 62 yrs of age. He was a hatter by trade and for years
resided in NY City. He leaves a wife and son. (ca.1892)

A telegram was received here Monday evening of this week, of the death at the residence of Dr. Geo. H. Butler, 42 East 66th St NY City, of Mrs. Jane G. Campbell of this village, widow of the late A. G. Campbell of this village. she had been ill for some three months from heart disease. The remains arrived here and taken to her former home on Kayutah Lake. Burial in Lawrence Cem. (ca.1892)

Mrs. Lottie S. Pitcher, died at her home in this village Sunday morning. July 10, 1892. of consumption, aged 47 yrs. The deceased had been a resident of Havana for the past two years. Funeral services was held at her late residence. Internment took place at Woodlawn Cem, Elmira NY.

The remains of Mrs. John Barrows a former resident of this place, were brought here from NY City on Friday for burial in the family lot in Montour Cem. Aug. 5, 1892 written on the clipping.

Mrs. Barkely mother of Mrs. Clark P. Holmes, died at the home of her daughter, on Owego St. Sun. Afternoon. She had been a resident of this village for many years. Her age was nearly 84 yrs. (ca 1892)

Jermiah McGuire at his late residence Corner of West Fourth St. and College Ave. Elmira. Oct. 25, 1889 of bulbor paralysis, aged 68 years.

Died at his home in Havana Sat. Sept 10, 1892 Eugene S. Wakley aged 42 years.

The funeral was held from the family residence on Mon. Burial in Montour Cem.

The remains of Mrs. Peter Scutt were brought to her home in this village on Wed. She went to Washington at the time of the G. A. R. Encampment and while getting off the street car it suddenly started throwing her backwards injuring her quite severely, and from which injuries she died. Mrs. Scutt
was 57 yrs of age. (ca. 1889?)

Mrs. Mathias Miller died at her home in Dix, near the town house on Sat. last. July 19, (ca. ?1889) She was on of the oldest residents in this county being in her 81st yr.

Messig, in this Village March 20, 1891 Lottie Louise, the only daughter of mr. and Mrs. Frank A. Messig, age 13 mo and 20 da.

Mrs. Susan Crandall- In Havana May 4, 1889 aged 73

Watkins Express May 30, 1867 paper.
Sudden death last Tue. Morning Mr. Major A. Marshall of Rock Stream, Yates Co. NY. was found lying dead in the road leading from Rock Stream Post Office to the landing of the same name. During the day previous he had been engaged in moving and not having sleeping places arranged in his new location for all the family at about 9 o’clock he started to go back to the landing to sleep, himself in the dwelling they were leaving. All was supposed to be right with him by the family and nothing more was seen or heard of him until the next morning when he was discovered as stated. He has been subject to the attacks of heart disease and presumed that incited by over fatigue a sudden attack taking his life.

The Pen Yan Chronicle Coroner Reddy held on the 2nd in the town of Benton and inquest on the body of Augustus Bates, who on the 30th April last made an attack on his wife (about 6 o’clock) with a whiffltree ? beating and cutting her head, with intent to kill. Leaving her supposed dead, he repaired to his well of water and took a large quantity of arsenic, from which he died. About three years since he was in the Utica Insane Asylum for some two months, and about the 10th of April last attempted suicide by hanging in his barn, but his father saved his life. the verdict of the jury was in accordance with the facts. The woman is to recover.(printed in May 1867 paper)

The roadside murderer Jeremiah Smith is now serving time in a western prison,(Ohio) having purposely committed the theft to get there to elude the vigilance of pursuers. (Dec 17, 1869 paper)

William Hoffman the earliest inhabitant of Elmira, died last Thur. aged 87 yrs. The deceased came to then pioneer settlement, now called Elmira, 70 yrs ago. (May 16, 1867 paper)

(Jan. 28, 1914 paper)
Grant Wasson, who has resided on the County line road west of the village committed suicide Friday afternoon about 4 o'clock by drinking carbolic acid. The motive for the deed is thought to have been a warrant of arrest issued in this village for an alleged cruelty to animals. Wasson came to Watkins tues. of last week and left his horse standing in the street improperly covered. The animal was taken to a local livery stable where later Wasson discovered it and drove home. Friday Constable Wait drove to the Wasson home with a warrant for Grant Wasson arrest. The deceased agreed to come to Watkins Sat. morning to be arraigned. He then shaved and dressed himself and started down the road from the Wasson home. What happened after comes from the story of William Case, a neighbor. Mr. Case was coming home toward Wasson home and saw Grant Wasson raise his hand to his lips by the road side. He then threw what proved to be an empty carbolic acid bottle over the fence and walked back to the road telling Mr. Case what he had done, and requesting him to go to Andrew Wasson, a brother. Mr. Case asked
Wasson why he had taken the poison but the reply was vague as the effects of the drug was fast rendering the man unconscious. Mr. Case started for help but had gone but a few hundred feet when Wasson fell in the road, death occurring about in about 20 min. Coroner M. L. Bennet was called but an autopsy was not
thought necessary. The deceased was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Wasson, long time residents of upper Dix. He was 27 yrs of age and unmarried. Besides his parents he leaves six brothers, Andrew, John , James,William, David, and F. Cole all of Dix. Two sisters Mrs. Andrew Stewart and Mrs. Guernie Merrick of Dix. Burial was in Glenwood.   (paper ca. 1853)

In Townsend Settlement, town of Dix, on Friday the 22, Mrs. Polly Tracy died, widow of the late Daniel Tracy, formally of Oxford, Chenango Co in  the 75th yr of her life.

Col. William W. Jones, the first white male child born west of Utica in this state died in Leicester, Livingston Co. Jan. 31, 1867. (aged 180yrs.?)

The funeral of Mrs. Daniel E. Sickles who died a few days since, took place Sat. from St. Joseph's Church in Sixth Ave. NY.(Feb. 14, 1867 paper)

Death of Captain Elijah O’Daniels of this village was announced. He was known to our citizens for several years, from his connection with the steamers on our lake.(Ca.Apr. 1867 paper) He abandon business due to failing health. During the winter of 1865 and 1866 he united with the membership of Presbyterian Church in this village.

Gulusha Snyder of Hinsdale, Allegany Co. was crossing the railroad at that place riding one horse and leading another. He had got safely across just ahead of the mail train then in full view when the horses became frightened and unmanageable and backed upon the track. The cars struck both man and
horse, killing and crushing all three horrible.

Hornellsville Times (ca. Apr. 1866 paper)
Moses Amo and his brother went into the woods on Elias Ayers farm to cut timber last Monday. Two find trees were standing close together. Moses cut the larger of the two, and as it fell it bore over the top fo the small tree; as it sprung back, the top broke off and two pieces fell, one of them striking Mr. Amo on the head and the other upon the back. His brother, who was but a short distance away ran to him and resided him up when he opened his eyes and seemed conscious for a moment, but was unable to speak and
died in a few moments. Mrs. Warren Seaman of Millport an estimable lady was buried yesterday.(Nov.
18, 1869 paper) Hattie E. Vasbinder died Canisteo Thurs. Nov. 18th 1869 aged 19 yrs. 3mo.
 
 

Capt. D. S. Redfield whose sudden death happened in Wellsville Nov. 11th, 1869. He was aged 51 yrs. He was well known in this community. Several years ago he was station agent for the Erie co. at this place. (Elmira, Watkins?) he was a brother to J. A. Redfield and a son in law of Elijah Stowell, Esq. of this town. His death is supposed to have been caused from a paralysis of the brain. (stroke?) While at work , standing by his desk in the office of the Northern Central RR he turned suddenly and dropped to the floor. The pen still in his hand. He Funeral services from his late residence, corner of Columbia and Fifth Sts.

Ca. Nov. 1869 paper. Williamsport Standard
The family of John Van Vorce Esq. was saddened by the sudden fatal shooting at their home. Two sons of Mr. and Mrs. VanVorce were in the yard playing with a loaded horse pistol. The pistol was used by some of the family for killing rats, and had been laid where the boys could not get hold of it, but unfortunately they did. Hamlett aged 14 and John aged abt. 11 yrs. accidently discharged it while handling. John was shot and the ball entered the left side and coming out of the right, killing him almost instantly.

The Wellsboro Agitator
states that a girl aged 12, daughter of D. H. Updike, Charleston, was hung by a sash pulling on her neck. She had raised a window to look inside the house. A man going by saw her and ran for a doctor, not stopping to see if she was dead. Before they came back, some neighbors took her out and found her dead.

Nov. 20, 1869 paper.
Isaac G. Palmer died and the funeral was held last Wed. He had lived in Corning for over a score of years. Only one brother survives, Mr. Erastus    S. Palmer. He leaves a widow and three children in middle life.

Willis Frost, son of Ashur R. Frost, of Millport, was buried in that village. Willis was the only son of father. He had been a student of Cornell University where he was attacked with the typhoid fever and died.
(Nov. 18, 1869 paper)

Frank oldest son of Thomas S. Pattinson, died yesterday morning. (Nov. 17,1869 paper) in the 10th year of age. The funeral will be held at the Pattinson residence at 34 Baldwin St. (Elmira?)

Russell Smith of this place is dead though less than 40 yrs of age.(Nov 10,
1869 paper)

John Morris remains were removed to the Masonic Hall where the brethren keep watch over his remains. (Nov. 20 1869 paper.) The funeral was held before the paper date. His age was 42 and he was unmarried.

In this village Monday morning, Aug 24th 1863 Louise Tracy Fanton wife of Hull Fanton and daughter of Peter Tracy, aged ? yrs,3m, 9da.

John Spaulding the son of Calvin Spaulding of this village died. The letter below was sent to his father.
Fort Johnson, S. C. Feb. 8, 1865. Mr. Spaulding-Sir: It is with the deepest feelings of regret that i have to inform you of the probably death of John. He was left as guard over the rations when the charge was made, but went up to the front in the morning before the explosion and has not been heard of since. We made all possible endeavors to find his remains, but it was impossible to recognize any of them. I have had no opportunity to inquire into his affairs in the Company, as I did not get there until last night, but will inform you as soon as possible. I will be happy to answer all inquiries that you wish to make. Yours Truly Frank. E. Smith.

Mrs. Samuel G. Crawford died Sept. 20, 1868 of this village. She was a member of the Church of Christ. Her maiden name was King. She was born in Junius, Seneca Co. in Jan. 1809. where she lived and grew to maturity. At the age of 24 she joined the Presbyterian Church in Junius. She moved to Clyde in Wayne Co and there about 28 yrs ago married Mr. Crawford. (noother information given)

In PenYan sat. Sept 7, 1872 of bowel complaint, Willie Adna Remington, only child of Wm. H. and Ella M. Page, died aged 13mo, 24 da. Willie was born in Ilion Herkimer Co July 13 1871. For a week before he was taken unwell he had been troubled with a terrible rash all over his body, which struck to his stomach and bowels and laid him low. The father, who was absent, returned in time to kiss the dear little forehead while yet warm.; then he who first placed the infant in its mother's arms, placed him in his little
casket, and the mother strewed fresh flowers over the little form.

In this village on Thur. the 7th (ca 1869?) Minor T. Brodrick, Jr. of the firm of M. T. and Son, aged 24 yrs. His funeral was held from the residence. on Genesee St.

At Townsend Settlement on the 13th of heart Disease and Kidney complaints Mr. Samuel Buckly, aged 70 yrs. 3m, 13da. (ca 1869?)

In Elmira on the 23rd Linn, son of Philip and Ann Gano died of Diptheria. Aged 17yr. 2m.

At his residence in NY City on the 16th Sept. William C Crum aged 60 yrs.(ca 1869?) Many years a resident of this village. Three years ago moved his family to NY City taking up h is residence in the upper part of the city and pursuing his trade of blacksmithing in a large manufacturing establishment down town.

Jan 30, (1869Ca?)paper. A pioneer died at his residence in this village, on Sat afternoon 14th after a brief illness. William McKinstry aged 77th yrs. He was born in Montgomery, Orange Co NY Feb. 1796 when Washington was president and most of the fathers of the Revolution still lingered. He came to this country with his father and family about 1810 or 1811. He was 14 yrs of age. the family settled on the hills west of Havana while the valley where our village now stands, and the surrounding hills were all or most all an unbroken forest. He settled in Chemung, below Elmira where his middle life to old age, even was spent. Ten or twenty years since, having buried all his family, a wife and four children. He returned to this village and lived with his only sister, Mrs. John Jobbitt, now only the survivor of his fathers family. He married a second time, Mrs. Mary Ann Bennett who now survives him. Funeral was held at the M. E. Church.

On Tue. morning Jan. 30th in Elmira Grace Lillian infant daughter of W.F. and C. M. Wentz. (ca 1869?)

Willie E. Hitchcock only son of Geor v. and Liddia M. Hitchcock of this village died last Sunday the 18th(ca 1869) at the age of 17 yrs. At the age of seven he was attacked by spinal disease. Three years ago his lower limbs were wholly paralyzed and remained in that condition.

Death of Gen. Michael Corcoran. Port Royal, S. C. Jan. 21, 1864

Mrs. Della B Judson, the whole community shocked at the sudden death on  Sun. Morning. (written on clipping, Aug 9th, 1921) She had been ill with pneumonia

for a few days. She was one of the noble and self-sacrificing women through whose efforts our Public Library was made possible. Della Beardsley was the daughter of Albert and Kate Beardsley and was born 1860. She was a life long resident of Union Springs. She was married in 1891 to Donald Judson
whose death occurred in 1919.

She leaves a brother Albert Beardsley of London, Ohio, a niece, Mrs. Lloyd H. Getman of Union Springs besides a number of cousins and other relatives. Funeral was held at her residence in Park St. Wed. afternoon by Rev. El G. White officiating. Burial in Chestnut Hill Cem.

Mrs. Harriet Watkins Chapman (written on the clipping Feb. 19(?0-?-8)Trenton Feb. 26, After illness of three weeks Mrs. Harriet Watkins Chapman died at 10:30 today. She was born June 3, 1827 in Trenton. Sept. 24, 1885 she married Stephen Elburtus Chapman of Unidilla Forks and they lived in that place until his death May 24,1900. She returned to her old home, Trenton. She is survived by an adopted daughter, Mrs. Jay W. Jones of Utica, and by one brother Jerome W. Watkins of this village. Mrs. Chapman
was a member of M. E. Church of this place.

Dr. George Patrick Lalor had been ill for many years, being bedridden for many months. He passed away at his home. He was born at Townsend being the oldest of four children of Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Lalor of that place. The other children were William, of this village, John who died in the war of the Rebellion and a girl, Mrs. Mary Davidson, deceased. Dr. Lalor was a life long resident of this county. When quite young he was adopted by Mr. and Mrs. Ebenezer tracy of Townsend. He graduated from Starkey Seminary and
taught school in Reading, Orange and Dix. Later he was graduated from Eastmans’s business college and engaged in the business of store keeping in the partnership with John G. Tracy at Townsend. After about five years he withdrew and read medicine with the late Dr. Heist. He attended sessions of the Geneva School of medicine and finally graduated from a Medical Collage in Cincinnati, Ohio. He came home and practiced in co-partnership with Dr. Heist until failing health overtook him. He came to Montour about 16 yrs. ago. He married Miss Della McConnell, of Tyrone , who died May, 1910. There were no children. Burial in Montour Cem. with Masonic rites.

Edwin Weler died at his home on Genesee St. Montour Falls, Tues. March. 31,1908 aged nearly 69 yrs old. Special invitations have been given to the 107th NY Vol. to attend. He enlisted in this regiment in 1862 and went out from Elmira. He remained in service until the close of the Civil War, and
was with General Sherman on the March to the Sea. he was one of the ten charter members of the Montour Falls G. A. R. Post, and had been its Commander. Edwin was born in Veteran, Chemung Co. Apr. 9, 1839 and was the oldest son of Theodore V. Weller a well known citizen of Horseheads. Nov.
15, 1865 he married to Antoinette Watkins, of Montour Falls. The had seven children, six of whom are living. Two sons Seymour B. Weller, of NY City, and D. Tracy Weller, of Montour Falls, and four daughters, Franes of Peoria, Ill. Mrs. Fred J. Dunham, of Montour Falls, Mrs. J. W. Walton of Jacksonville, Ill. and Miss Bess S. Weller of Montour Falls. He had two brothers, Monroe of Ithaca, Horace V. of Horseheads and three sistrs Mrs. Helen M. Tabor, of Brooklyn, Mrs. Fred Freeman and Mrs. Clinton V. Merrick both of Bradford, Pa. The deceased resided in Montour Falls for 45 yrs.

Memorial Verse suggested by a visit to the tomb of Eliza Sabrine daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frederick B. Pearson of Avon, who died in her 8th year. In a touching note, the 23 Psalms. (no date on clipping but others around clipping, ca. 1860)

Mr. Enoch Wilber, aged 80 died at his residence in Watkins last Friday. He was until within a year or two a resident of the town of Reading, living there 40 or more years. Member of the Methodist Church of Reading Center.

Wm. Haring supervisor of the town of Dix was born in Cayuga Co. now Tompkins in the year 1808 and therefore 64 yrs of age, the eldest member of the Board. He came into the town of Reading, now Schuyler in the year 1816 when a small boy and was brought up a farmer with a common school education. He resided in Watkins from 1829 to 1834. The he had a mercantile business at Irelandville, in Reading. At that time until 1843 ( there was too much fever and ague at the head of the lake to think of starting a
store at that locality.) He returned to Watkins and there in business where he remained ever since, retiring a few years ago. He was a supervisor of the town of Dix 1852 a part of Chemung Co. and elected again 1870 and 1871.

(ca 1872)
Melancholy and Fatal Accident At the Glen- On Saturday afternoon last a sad and fatal accident occurred in the Watkins Glen- the first that has ever taken place since it was opened as a summer resort in 1863. A gentleman and two ladies, a Mr. and Mrs. Wright, and a Miss Luce, were passing through the section known as Glen Cathedral, about half a mile above the Mountain House, when a mass of shale rock fell from the south cliff directly above the two ladies, by which they were so badly injured that one of them- Miss Luce- died on Sunday morning. she had an arm and a leg broken, and Miss. Wright also had a leg broken, and both received other serious injuries. Mr. Wright being a short distance in advance of his lady companions, escaped unhurt. Drs. Thompson and Bennett were hastily summoned to the Mountain House(where the sufferers were taken immediately after the accident) and did all that could be done for them in their hapless condition and to ensure the recovery. They showed remarkable fortitude and for a time it was hoped that both would survive; but on Sunday morning Miss Luce sank rapidly and died between 10 and 11 o’clock. Mr. and Mrs. Wright were from Canada, and the latter and her friend, Miss Luce, have recently been attending school at Starkey Seminary- Miss Luce being from NJ., and niece of. Craig, the Biblical Professor of that institution. Her remains were taken home on Monday for burial; and Miss Wright, on the same day, were taken back to Starkey. She is reported out of danger, and doing well. Of all the unnumbered thousands who have passed through the Glen during the past nine years, no one has ever before been struck by falling rock, and none seriously injured from any cause. The calamity was one of those unforseen (sic) and unavoidable accidents which no human agency can avert, and for which the management of the Glen is in no degree to blame; nor will this mournful event at all detract from its great popularity. No summer resort in the country has shown an equal amount of safety to visitor, and such a remarkable immunity from the disasters that usually attack to localities of good scenic interest and public visitation. Every care and attention which kindness, and sympathy, could suggest were bestowed upon the unfortunate ladies by Mr. and Mrs. Lytle, and their assistants at the Mountain House., all expenses were paid, and as much grief manifested for the departed as if she had been of their own household. It is proper to add in this connection that a new pathway is now being opened on the north side of the Glen Cathedral which will enable visitors to entirely avoid the dangerous locality where the accident happened, and will insure perfect safety to all at any season of the year.

The death of George E. Pratt, of Elmira, occurred in that city on Monday of this week. (ca?1872) Some of our older readers will recall the fact that the father of the deceased settled on and cleared up the farm now occupied by E. F. Ganung, a little east of Moreland, having removed from Connecticut in 1829. George E. was educated in the district school at Moreland, where he afterwards taught at the age of 21. He moved to Elmira and studied law in the office of ------thaway (piece of paper over the name) in the city from 1877- 1882. He was the brother to Daniel and Ransom Pratt, the pioneer woolen manufacturers in this county. Some of the buildings in which they carried on their business are still standing on the west hillside in
Montour Falls. The deceased married a daughter to Daniel S. Buck of Beaver Dams. The widow and two children survive him.

Corning, NY Nov. 11 (no year date to associate with this clipping, perhaps ca. 1895)Herman Bong
the well known jeweler, died yesterday afternoon at the home of his wife's parents in Beaver Dams. Mr. Bong was one of the best jewelers in this city.(Bong’s Jewelry store is still in business on Market St this day)He had conducted a jewelry store here up to a few weeks ago, when he was taken ill with pneumonia and went to Beaver Dams. He had been convalescing until he suffered a relapse a few days ago. He leaves a wife, one child and a brother. He had been married about one year. The body of Herman Bong was
brought here from Beaver Dams this afternoon, and was taken to the Presbyterian Church where Rev. Dr. A. J. Hutton conducted the funeral services. There was a large attendance of members of the Corning Fire
Department and the Red Men. The burial was in Hope Cemetery.

The death of Leroy Gaylord of Monterey occurred in that village Sat. Oct 12th 1895, resulting from paralysis. At the age of 65 yrs. He was the only son of the late Alonzo Gaylord, who was one of the early settlers of the town of Orange, and a citizen of much prominence, in his day and generation. The deceased leaves a widow, two daughters Carrie and Maud, and one son, Don. Who resides in NY City.

In this village on the 12th (ca? 1867) Mrs. Sarah C. Tuthill, wife of Capt. H. Tuthill.

At Reading Center May 4, (no year given, ca. 1867?) Sarah wife of Joel Fenno aged 68 and 10 mo.

In this village, of Havana at the residence of her mother, on the morning of Friday, March 15, 1867, Mary Frances Skellenger, daughter of Mrs. Mary A, and the late Major William Skellenger, aged 18 yrs, 11m, and 15da.

Edward T. Barton a prominent young man of Montour Falls, died at the family home on Genesee St. Sunday, July 21, 1935, following a two year. He was born at Montour Falls Oct. 8, 1904, the fourth child of Mr. and Mrs. George F. Barton Sr.

Mr. Barton was graduated from Cook Academy in 1922 and from the college of Engineering at Cornell University in 1926. He was a member of the Zodiac Fraternity at Cornell University. For two years following his graduation he was affiliated with the Hudson Motor Company and the Kelvinator Manufacturing Co. in Detroit. In 1928 he returned to Montour Falls to accept a position in the engineering department at the Shepard-Niles Crane and Hoist Co. which forced him to leave. As a boy he showed unusual ability in electrical and scientific fields. He was among the first to become a member of the Elmira Glider Club. He competed in several of the National Soaring Contests of the Southern Tier and in 1932 he finished in second place in an endurance contest. He set up a short wave station at his home,
which was ever a source of amusement to him. Surviving are hs parents; two sisters, Mrs. Edward R. Hall of Alpine and Mrs. Wm. C. Woodward of Watkins Glen; three brothers, George T., Irving and John all of Montour Falls.

Owego Sept 21, 1884 Owego Advertiser Early this morning the Erie track walker discovered the dead body of a man lying in the water in the Owego creek directly under the Erie railroad bridge about one mile west of the station. Coroner W. H. Barret, being notified, went to the place and found the body to be that of a man apparently about eighteen years of age. It was clothed in a thin blue coat, and pants, a checked shirt, low shoes with blue cloth tops and with no stockings. In his pocket was found a red handkerchief, in which was a 25 cent piece. the name of Maybee was written in one corner. the body was probably that of a tramp, who had fallen from a moving train and had been killed by the fall. The body had probably laid in
the water many hours. An old slouch hat was found on the track a few fee west of the bridge.

Amaziah Tobey, a well known farmer of Caton, Steuben Co. died at his home on Wed. evening, Sept 17th 1884. Mr. Tobey was in his 73rd yr., and had been suffering for a long time from a disease in his stomach and bowels which it seemed difficult to fully understand. Until a few days previous to his death he was able to sit up, but incapable of taking food in sufficient quantity to support nature. He was one of the first settlers of the town of Caton, having lived on the farm where he died fro nearly or quite half century. Simple in his tastes, of frugal and industrious habits, he had accumulated a competency and seen his children and grandchildren, all in prosperous circumstances, growing up about him, inheriting the rigid
virtues of their parents. A widow and six sons grown to man’s estate, and one daughter survive. the daughter is the wife of Clifton Davison, who lives near the old homestead. His oldest daughter the wife of George Miller, died childless and his second daughter the wife of Timothy S, Wolcott, died leaving four children two of whom, Nelson A. and Florence, now at college, are residence of this city. The others live in Caton.

Corning, NY July 4, 1884 John Seddons, and English glass cutter employed at Hawks cutting shops. He went fishing with several other glass cutters at Erie bridge three miles east of this village. They arrived there at five o'clock. Seddons walked upon the bridge and stepped aside to avoid a westward bound freight. He had no sooner stepped up on the eastern- bound track than number four, behind time, approached the bridge at a rapid rate. Seddons saw his danger but was paralyzed with fear. The bumper of the engine struck him, doubled him up and carried him half way over the bridge. He was brought to the village on a hand-car. He was unconscious but breathed slightly. He died about 6:25 in the morning. His skull was raised on the right side, exposed the brain. There was a hole over his right eye one and a half inches long. There was a similar one over the right eye. The left arm was off and the right leg was broken and bruised. Dr. H. A. Argue made the examination. Coroner Kendall was in Palmyra, has been summoned. The deceased had been in this country over a year. He was about 40 yrs. of age and a widower with four children.

Fred Wood was found dead in a room at Hummels Hotel, on RR Ave. yesterday morning about 9 o’clock. (Aug. 18, 1884 Elmira, NY) the cause of his death was made clear by the finding of a 60 grain bottle containing morphine near the bed. About a dozen grains had been extracted from the vial. That the
drug had been taken with suicidal intent was evident from the circumstances surrounding his death. On Mon. morning he had applied at the hotel for a room, saying that he was sick and restless and wanted to go to sleep. He was accommodated and late in the afternoon, when Mr. Hummel went to him and asked if he wished to remain all night, he appeared all right, asking only for some ice water. the water was not sent him, however, until 7 o'clock in the evening. At that time his condition or actions aroused no suspicions. A son of the hotel keeper was sent to the room occupied by Mr. Wood yesterday morning to call him, but no response came to his raps and calls. The lad went to a window which lighted the bedroom from the hall and looking through saw Mr. Wood lying on the bed outside the coverings, dressed only
in his under-cloths. He appeared to be merely asleep, but on entrance to the room being forced it was see that life was extinct. Police were notified. Coroner Rielly was summoned. A jury comprised of John M. Lynch, foreman, P. Curley, John Murphy, James W. Sullivan, J. M. Mackey, Eugene Gorman and D. M. Mackey was empaneled and after viewing the remains adjourned to meet at the grand jury room Friday evening at 7:30 o’clock. The deceased was about fifty years of age and resided with his father-in-law Colonel Wilcox at 128 East Chemung Place. His wife was in Vermont at the time of his death and was immediately telegraphed. Mr. Wood was the father of one child. He had been employed in the Erie freight office, but a few days ago was dismissed, as will be seen by the following letter, which was found in one of his pockets.

C. W. Wood:
Dear Sir: I regret very much that your conduct for the past few days necessitates my informing you that your services are no longer required at this office. I have repeatedly talked and advised with you but your
promises have only been made to be broken. I have overlooked within one year past what I would not tolerate for one moment in the other clerks. Therefore I cannot with any degree of consideration give you further employment in my office. I enclose a letter to the division superintendent, who will on presentation hand you necessary papers on which you can draw the amount now due for services. Respectfully yours, G. W. Buck. Mr. Wood dismissed from a position which he had long occupied doubtless drove him into a despondent state of mind, which temporarily unbalanced him. The remains were taken to the house of Colonel Wilcox, and Mrs. Wood will probably reach the city this evening.
 
 

Rev. S. L. Congdon formally presiding Elder of the District died at his residence in Corning on Monday (ca. 1866)of typhoid fever, induced by anxiety and grief from the loss of three children, recently by scarlet
fever. Services occurred yesterday at Corning, NY. He was buried with Masonic honors. The whole occasion was of deep sorrow. The body was under the escort of the Fraternity to which he belonged. The whole line was filled, from the residence to the church. The funeral sermon was preached by Rev. J. G. Gulick, presiding Elder of Elmira District. The funeral procession took the two o'clock train for Elmira, arriving here at three o’clock. The body was escorted to Woodlawn Cem.

In Reading on the morning of Dec. 31, (ca.1866?) Frances daughter of Burlock W. Norris in the 19th yr of her age. This is the fourth member of the family , that within two years has been called to their final home. A son died a little more than a year ago in the Army-then a sister was taken sick and died after a few weeks of illness- than another brother, who had just settled in life, was called to his final home and now Frances is numbered among those of her brothers and sisters that have gone before.

In this village on Thur. morning Apr. 4, 1867 Artemas Fay Esq. aged 82 yrs. died. Funeral will take place at his late residence on Catherine St. today(sat.)at 2 o’clock. he was born in the state of NH. , County of Chesire, on Jan. 3, 1785. he was the second son of a family of eleven children. He remained home until
the fall of 1811 when he came to this state and opened a school in Herkimer county. He taught one term only and then came to Canandaigua and opened a school which he continued nine months, reading law during this time with John C. Spencer and also attending a Military school in which he took much
interest, and which he delighted to referred to until the close of his life. From Canandaigua he moved to Romulus, In Seneca Co. and taught school, at that place and in Ovid three years. he there finished his legal studies with John Maynard Esq. of Ovid and in 1817 was admitted to practice law, in all the courts of the state He then settled in the village of Penn Yan and entered into a law partnership with Wm. Shadwick . which he continued but one year. . He removed to Burdett then in Thompkins County where he remained five years. In 1827 he came to this village of Havana. He was in partnership with Josiah Merritt and continued the practice of law several years. When 72 yrs. his hearing became impaired. In the winter of 1816 he remained a member of tat ancient and honorable Masonic fraternity until the time of his death.

He married Miss Hannah M. Rose at Tyrone, Steuben C in 1882, whom is now a widow. He had four children, three sons and one daughter, who all survive him, save the one son who died while a prisoner at war at Andersonville,Ga.

In this billage on the 21st of Oct. 1867 after a bried illness Polly C. wife of Elam Beardsley Esq. aged 67 yrs. She was born in Marcelius, Onondaga Co. NY. She than removed to Rock Stream Yates Co where they resided until her marriage. She was the mother of seven children, five of which died in infancy, two of which are still living, Mrs. B. was a member of the M. E. Church for over 50 yrs.

Death of Judson Hewett occurred on Wed. Dec. 18, at the ripe old age of 72. Dr Hewett was born in Waterbury, Vt. Nov. 25th, 1800. and early in life commenced the study of medicine graduating at a medical college at the age of 21. He moved west for several years practiced his profession in southern
Ind. He returned east in 1828 and settle in Oswego and became a member of the Oswego Medical Society. In 1840 came to Watkins and since that time has been a resident of this village. Mrs. Fred Davis Jr. and the widow of the late Josiah Davis were his daughters. He resided with these daughters since the death of his wife, which preceded his own by exactly nine months. He had two other daughters, on the wife of Capt. Davis of Erie, .Pa. the other the wife of Harvey Walter. of this village and one son, Mr. Judson Hewett who is still unmarried. Dr. Hewett was one fo the charter Members of the Jefferson Lodge No 332. The other charter Members were Lemuel Hudson, Abel B. Turrell, Ebenezer Thayer, George B Guinnip, Oscar Holden, Alonzo Simmons and Benoni Peck. Dr. Hewitt was the first senior warden and the second master of the lodge holding the latter office for several years.

At Pine Grove NY Nov. 5, (ca.1867?) Mrs. Jane Love aged 75 yrs, 1m, 7da.

Died near Watkins, Dec 14, (ca. 1867?) Mrs. Elizabeth wife of Rev. Daniel Washburn aged 67 yrs and 10 months. In 1802 Capt John Divin father of the deceased came to this country and purchased the farm now occupied by the Misses Eleanor and Charlotte Diven. There was a clearing upon the place and a log house stood in the midst of it. On the 8th of Sept. 1805 a religious service was held at Capt. Divin’s when Rev. David Higgins of Bath preached and organized the Presbyterian Church of Watkins. The services were held in the barn still standing upon the premises. Sixteen persons then united with and constituted said church; the subject being one of the number and at that time only 13 yrs of age. Apr. 1823 she married to Rev. Daniel Washburn and for forty years shared with him the joys and sorrows of life.

Rockwell Rood brother of Judge S. L. Rood of third village, died (ca.1872)at Beaver Dams in this County, on the evening of the 12th, aged 82 yrs and 7m. Deceased was born in the town of Sandgate, Bennington Co. Vt. He came into this section when he was about 21 yrs old, riding on horseback the whole distance from his fathers house in his native State. He soon after married Miss Sally Davis aunt of J. D. Davis, of Reading and L. B. Davis of this village, and settled on the farm now occupied by Samuel Ross, in the town of Reading. He resided by his neighbors for his integrity, general intelligence, industry and uprightness of character. In 1820 he moved with his family into the town of Dix., then the town of Catlin, Tioga Co. and settled in the wilderness. about a half mile south of what is now known as Townsend. He cut the first tree on the farm now owned by Mr. John W. Buck,cleared it up, and continued to reside there until about eight years ago when he moved to Beaver Dams, a few miles south. He was a member of the Masonic Fraternity, having been made a Mason in this village long before the Morgan excitement, in a building known as the Townsend house, kept by Claudius Townsend, and located a little west of the new post office. Among his Masonic brethren and intimate associates, George Mills, of Havana, Judge Catlin the father of Capt. Catlin of Odessa., the father of Dr. Hinman of Havana, Dr. Enos Barnes and Judge Dow of Reading, Patrick Quin of Eddytown, and others who have long since been laid in their graves.
He was twice married, he reared a large family of children, eight of whom together with his last wife survive him.

Pen Yan Chronicle Died in the town of Hinsdale Cattaraugus Co. Aug 17, 1871, Patrick Quinn at the age of 82 yrs, 6m, and 17 da. Patrick Quinn was born Feb. 28, 1789 in Dulick County Westnaythe, Ireland. and came to this country with his father Edward Quinn, to the America in 1794. Edward and his wife Tomason Caffry, had two children Patrick and Jane, before they left Ireland. The family removed from NY to Bath where the father entered into the service of Charles Williamson. They moved then to Hopewell in 1800. There the father died in 1803. In 1807 his widow married William Reed, a Scotchman residing near Hopewell. She and her three younger sons born in this country, Dominic, Daniel and Edward lived in the family of Reed till her death in 1810. Jane Quinn, two years younger than Patrick was
an early school teacher and a woman of intelligence. She married David Culver of Reading who died many years ago. she is still living in Cattaraugus Co. Dominic Quin married Maria Smith was a citizen and died in Bath in 1828, leaving two sons, Edward and Andrew. Daniel died single in Missouri in 1821.

Edward Quin studied law with James Taylor and Wm.M. Oliver. He practiced law many years at Watkins, where he was postmaster when he place was known as Salubris. He also lived in Elmira and served as District Attorney of Chemung Co. He died 1866. His wife was Margaret daughter of Gen. William Kernan.

Patrick Quin at the age of 18 in 1807 was apprenticed to Morris F. Sheppard of this village to learn the trade of tanner and currier. After learning his trade he worked one year in Canandaigua. Returning to Penn Yan he married Betsey, sister of Dr. Walter Wolcott, July 4, 1811. He was then 21 and she was 16. They were married by Daniel brown of Jerusalem, the fatherof Alfred Brown now of Milo. In 1813 he bought a farm and tannery at Eddytown and remained there till 1856. He then moved to Hinsdale and died
there last year. Patrick Quinn was a lawyer of not trifling ability in Justices courts. He was a Democratic politician, as well as a Deputy Sheriff under John Magee and for a long period a magistrate of Chemung Co. For about 40 yrs he was a radical Temperance man. His wife survives him at the age of nearly 78 . Their children were Alexander H., Hannah W, Erastus W, George H, Olive W., Daniel, Betsey and Harriett. Alexander born 1812 married in 1831 Philena Ann Thompson who died in 1864, leaving a daughter Theresa the wife of Christopher Willover a wealthy limber dealer of Hinsdale. Hannah born in 1814 lives single with her mother. George born 1818 studied and practiced law with his uncle, Edward Quinn, at Watkins. He married Winnifred, daughter of Gen. Wm. Kernan, and in 1853 moved to Utica
and was engaged in practice there with Francis Kernan till his death in 1863. Olive born 1820 married Augustus H. Phelps. They lived in Hinsdale. Daniel born 1823 died in 1848. Betsey born in 1825 married in 1842 Edward J. Shaut. Harried died young.

Reading Center Editor Watkins Express
Edwin R. Sutton d. this town. he was born this town and has always resided here until his sudden death on Sunday last. While at the house of God on that day a fire broke out in his dwelling the origin of which can only be conjectured. Arriving within site of his house about one mile from the church he discovered it to be on fire. Hastening home he entered through the kitchen door in order to save some valuable papers which were he could place his hands upon them at once. This was the last seen of him until he
was discovered among the burning embers, after the building had fallen and was nearly consumed. He was a young man of 36 yrs. His wife survived. His aged parents brother and sisters also survive.

dated Feb. 23rd, 1872 Reading center.
Death of Jonny Choil. this well known village character passed away on Wed.(1872?) the 9th. at an age not far from 60-65. He was known to everyone.Jonny was always around at elections, and many is the “ten cents” he has bestowed in reference to tat event. His talk was that of a most uncompromising Democrat, but it was not an un-frequent occurrence when thepinch came and election day was at hand, that he voted the clean Republican Ticket. As his name indicated, he was a native of the Green, Isle He was
unmarried. In a very long residence here and much of the time very intemperate still, we are not aware that he had an enemy. On Sat. last he requested to attendance of the Priest. Wed. Noon he remarked
that he Guessed he had got to go and passed away shortly after. He earned enough to pay his way, but we are not aware that he has a relative in this country. His funeral was attended on Friday from the house of Mr. Farley, where he died.

Penn Yan Cronicle
Died at Sheldrake in the town of Ovid Seneca Co on Tues Feb. 16,1873, Er Cleveland, father of the editor of this paper, at the age of nearly 74 yrs.The parents of the deceased were pioneers of Ct. birth and training, who settled during the last years at the eighteenth century in Bradford Co. Pa. Removing a few years ago, both parents died and the mother at Cincinnati, Ohio and the father a few months afterwards in what is now the town of Montour Schuyler Co. leaving the subject of this notice, the oldest of six
surviving children and he but 16 yrs old. He resided in Hector Schuyler Co till 1843 and thereafter in Lodi, Seneca co till 1867. He purchased a farm at Sheldarake and resided there at his death.

In Utica on the 1st George Quin, formally of Watkins.(year?) very detailed article was before this on the Quinn family.
 
 

At the residence of her father, Capt. E. L Curry in North Hector, on Sat. Dec. 19, 1868. Miss Anna Kate Curry aged 23 yrs.

Death of Alonzo Simmons at his residence in Reading Center, on June 5th, 1875 in his 77th year of his age. He was born in Whitehall, Washington in 1798. His only heritage with which was being iron willed. His parents were only of moderate means. He was a soldier of 1812 and won honor in the
service.

In 1824 he came to the village of Dundee, Yates Co. He became one of the first and most successful merchants in this part of the state. He married Anna Huson, daughter of Nathaniel Huson. After a few years residence in Dundee he moved to

Rockstream where he continued the mercantile until 1843. Having accumulated increasing amount of property, he retired from active business, and purchased a farm at Reading Center, upon which he continued to reside until his death. He leaves a widow and four children. His daughter Susan wife of
C. W. Barnes, a successful and highly esteemed merchant of Rockstream, who succeeded Mr. Simmons in business at that place. Laura, who has remained with her parents in their declining years. Charles a farmer who resided in Reading Center. George who is a merchant in Watkins.

At Rockstream on the 9th of Nov. 1863 of Typhoid fever John G. Simmons son of the late George W. Simmons, aged 26 yrs. He only returned from Washington on the 29th of Aug. last where he had been employed in the Treasure’s office.

In this village Dec. 27, 1865, of consumption Mary, eldest daughter of Daniel and Lavancha Nichols, aged 23 yrs.

In Reading Nov. 25, 1865 of consumption Mrs. B. Hollett, wife of B. B. Hollett aged 64 yrs. She was born in Herkimer Co. NY. and was converted at the early age of 13, to the M. E. Church

Abner Hurd died at Eddytown at the age of 74yrs. Over a years ago he received and injury while working on a bridge at Glenora from which he never recovered. He leaves a wife, the companion of his youth, tow sons- Horatio G. and George Hurd of Starkey , and five daughters- Mrs. Martha Roberts and Mrs. Jared Sleeper of Reading, Mrs. Mary Morris and Miss Mabel Hurd of Starkey, and Mrs. Fanny Wilmot of Watkins. Dated June 11, 1878 on clipping.
In Chicago Aug. 8th (1866 written on clipping) Sarah E. Smith died of consumption. She was the daughter of Stephen Smith who emigrated to Maquketa, Iowa, some four years ago from Waverly Tioga Co NY. She was born in Waverly Feb. 29, 1846. She had lived in Iowa only two years when on her
way east, being sick she died in Chicago. She leaves three sisters, Carrie, Lizzie and Mollie and her brother Stephen. Miss Smith and her sister taught school in our village several years.

Ellen Hazard died at her son's residence, in the town of Reading NY of quick consumption Aug. 21, 1873 in the 67th year of her age. She was born in Orange Co. NY June 22, 1807. At an early age she came with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Sinaspaugh to Dundee, (then called Harpending’s Corners) where at the ago of 17 she as united in marriage to James Hurd. She lived with him 6 yrs. she then went ot Mansfield, Pa. where she experienced religion in 1840, under the labors of E. H. Crammer and O. Trowbridge. Some time after she with her son Jonathan Hazard then a young man of 18 yrs. came back and settled at Reading Center. For over 20 yrs she was a member in the M. E. Church. For over 20 yrs she lived in poverty and with neuralgia. She was unable to attend worship for some time.

John Rowley of Sugar Hill aged 74 yrs. died on Thur of last week and his funerals was held at the Presbyterian church on Sunday. He was buried with Masonic honors.

At Townsend Oct 7, 1872 of Cerebral Spinal Meningitis Jefferson Marshall ae 49 yrs.

In Havana Oct 18, 1866 Bella R. Estabrook died of Dysentery, age 36yrs.6mo.

Died in Beaver Dams Tues. Feb. 18, 1873 Nettie Ann, only child of Mr. and Mrs. C. R. Watkins, age 4 mo.

In Reading May 24, 1869 Charles L. Howard died, son of Harry S. and Anna M. Howard, age 26 yrs.

In Reading Wed. 14th (no month or year mentioned on clipping. ca. 1868) Chester son of Henry S and Anna M. Howard age 14 yrs.

Reading Center on June 19, 1866 Maria Louise oldest daughter of Cyrus and Frank? S. Roberts, of Diptheria. age. 4 yrs. 10 mo. 7da.

In Dix Jan. 13, 1870 Lotta M. Bossard died of diphtheria age 5 yrs, 6mo. She was the daughter of Jason and Nettie Bossard.

Mary Frances Nelson of Philadelphia died Nov. 1, 1865. She was the daughter of Fraderick and Mandana Hungerford. Her age was 21yr, 7mo. She spent a large time in this village. She was only a few months a happy bride. She belonged to the Presbyterian Church.

Hector, Schuyler Co. Sept. 18, 1865 in this village Charles Sisson died Sept. 18, 1865 at the age of 26 yrs. He was born in Town of Benton, Yates Co NY. He contracted in the school room the disease of consumption.

Died in Havana Sat. Aug. 30, 1873 Herman VanVechten M. D. age 77 yrs. 2 mo. He was born in Schoharie Co and of Dutch Ancestery. He entered and practiced medical after completing school. for some time in Port Bryon, from which he moved to the town of Catherine in 1831. From 1850 was a member of St. John’s Church. He came to this village 1869. He leaves a wife and three sons. The funeral will be held at St. Paul's Church and burial was in the new cemetery grounds provided by people of Catherine near the
residence of Asa Coe. The grounds are surrounded by a fence and hopefully the care will continue of this place of rest for many.

At Havana May 24, 1866 Col. E. H. Goodwin age 73 yrs. 7mo, 25 da.
Sudden and Terrible Death. This community was shocked on sat. las, the 31st, by news of the sudden and terrible death of Walter S. Corbett, eldest son of Otis Ccorbett of Hector. The only date written on the clipping is 1873. The circumstances attending the death of Mr. Corbett, are as follows; A few months ago the father of deceased lost a barn and other out buildings by fire. When the old M. E. Church building in Watkins was offered for sale, he bought it with the intension of using the material in the construction of buildings to supply the place of those destroyed. Mr. Corbett, senior and his three sons have since been employed in tearing down the building and removing it the material to the farm. On Sat. morning they
cut loose the cupola which surrounded the steeple of the church and prepared to lower it to the ground, While the father went below to get a chain, the support on one side of the cupola gave way, and as it careened the rod to which the weather vane was attached struck Walter, who stood on the timbers supporting the cupola. the blow precipitated him to the ground. The boy struck the earth with a heavy thud and by the time the grief stricken father and brothers reached the spot, life was extinct . The body
was taken to the Presbyterian parsonage where every effort was tried to help the young man. It was found the back of several ribs were broken and the body was considerable bruised. Deceased was about 26 yrs. old. He was unmarried at the time of his death a member of his father’s family. The funeral took place at the residence in Hector on Sun afternoon on Sun. afternoon. the remains was taken to the Cleveland cemetery about a mile north of Mr. Corbett’s place in the town of Hector.

Manly T. Stacey son of Rev. T. Stacey of East Genesee. This young soldier volunteered Aug 1862 at Lyons, Wayne Co NY and belonged to the Co. D 11th Reg. NY Vol. of which from the first he was a non-commissioned officer. He had been with his Regiment in the engagements of Harper’s Ferry, Gettysburg, and Germania Ford; and though in the midst of all the dangers connected with his exposure, was shielded by and unseen hand, he fell at last a victim to the carelessness of one of his comrades, and died in camp,
near Brandy Station, Va. Dec. 26, 1863. in the 22nd year of his life. the tragic thus in a letter t his wife at Lyons, a few minutes after the sad calamity had occurred; I have to tell you of one of them sorrowful things that ever occurred in our m Regiment. Only a few minutes since, Sgt. Catlin, Stacey and others were in my quarters chatting together, when Catlin picked up Lient. Green's revolver, (which he did not know was loaded) and went to snapping it. There off the ball hitting Stacey in the corner of his left eye killing him almost instantly. He breathed for about half an hour, but as entirely unconscious. It could have been any or all of my boys killed inn battle without having anything like the feeling which I now have, to think that one should be killed by such carelessness. Catlin is almost crazy and thinks he cannot live wit such a thing on his mind. The editor of the Lyons Republican very justly remarks that his death will be mourned by all who knew him ..He was a dutiful son, a kind brother and a faithful soldier. His comrades in arms have always spoken in the most affectionate way of him.

Sad Accident and Death- We have this week to record the painful and sudden death on Fri. afternoon, of Col Lorenzo L. Jones a citizen of this village. Mr. Jones went after a load of lumber and while returning and when near the residence of Martin Frost on the Johnson settlement road, about one and half miles from this village. It is supposed that some part of the harness gave way letting the load upon the horse, who became frightened and ran, and in his endeavor to stop him, the wagon turned over, burying Mr. Jones under the load. People living in the vicinity hearing the noise immediately ran to the spot but too late to render any assistance to the unfortunate man, as life was already extinct. Col. Jones was member of the 14th Art. Regiment and honorable served his country during the rebellion. He leaves a wife and two children to mourn.

In Canandaigua, June 21, (?ca. 1864) Mrs. Amelia M. Baird, eldest daughter of Col. E. and Martha M. M. Thayer formally of Ithaca , late of Watkins and now of Troy, Pa. She was the wife of the late E. W. Baird, a member of the legal profession and formally a resident of Towanda, and had removed to
Philadelphia, where he died. The sudden lost of her husband so wrought upon Mrs. B's mind that at last under the terrible load of mental suffering. her reason began to give way, her strong mind tottered on the verge of insanity and at the last nothing remained of the once bright intellect but shattered wreck. In this sad condition she was as a forlorn hope, taken to the Asylum at Canandaigua, NY where a few days of suffering she was permitted to pass to that better country.

In Reading Schuyler Co NY June 27, 1864 Ann Ellison wife of Andrew Ellison aged 33 years.

Died in the hospital at Chattanooga, Tenn. June 11, 1864, William Wallace Ladow, son of N. C. Ladow of Orange, in this County in the 19th age of his life.

The deceased was a member of Co. E. 107th Regiment NY. Vol. having enlisted about the 1st of March. It was not his fortune to share largely in the strife of arms having been in but a single engagement, in which he bore himself with the characteristic coolness and self possession which had ever marked his character. From the battle-field he went to the hospital exhausted by over action. He continued to sink and his life light went out. His remains rest in the Nathional Cem at Chattanooga, a spot dedicated by a grateful country At regimental Hospital near Harper's Ferry, Va. Dec. 10, 1864, Dennis Tanner in the 38th year of his age. A resident of Troupsburg, Steuben Co NY. He was a member of Co. C, 5th NY Heavy Artillery.

At Tyrone March 10th 1868 Huldah wife of Rev. Ezra Marvin and daughter Ezra Chase of Enfield Thompkins Co. NY.

In this village on the 14th instant of Typhoid Fever, Peter Tracy, aged 64. Mr. Tracy had been a resident of this village for 33 yrs. As a man of wealth and personal influence he has been identified with all the leading interests of the community. He was elected to President of the Second National Bank recently organized here the last act of his life was to sign a portion of the first issue of bills. He was a member of the Presbyterian Church. (ca.?1868)

In Elmira on the 18th died of Croup, Mary Ann, daughter of Michael and Ann Cahill, aged 1 yr. 6m, 4 da.

Mrs. Charlotte C. Ault wife of Mr. F. G. Ault died of consumption at their residence in Havana, June 22, (?ca. 1868) in the 20th yr of her age. She leaves a husband and children. (no names)

In Hector on the 9th Helen Alice died of inflammation of the lungs. She was the youngest daughter of Charles and Fanny S. Nicholson, aged 4 y. 1m, 3da.

Died in this village Watkins, on Thur morning Dec. 14, 1870 Sara W. Noyes, daughter of John Noyes of Watkins. She was betrothed but a few days.

(nothing else mentioned)
Last Sunday morning Mr. John Noyes died suddenly. Reports of the decease of Mr. John Noyes, caused by the bursting of an aneurysm of long standing. For awhile he had been in ill health. He was visited by Dr. Thompson, who prescribed for him. During the night he slept some, but about six o’clock Sat. morning he was taken with vomiting and while endeavoring to discharge the contents of the stomach, the aneurysm burst, with a noise distinctly heard by Mrs. Noyes, who was assisting him there was a gurgling sound as of
a flowing liquid, he sank back insensible his breathing grew slower and slower and in twenty minutes was dead. Mrs. Noyes was alone with him, all the children being from home at this time. Mr. Noyes was born in Sharon, Litchfield Conn. in Jan. 1802. and had therefore passed in his 69th year. 45 years ago he came to Starkey, Yates Co. NY. and began his life there as a merchant at Eddytown. After a few years he left mercantile life and from that time till two years ago when he moved to Watkins his avocation was that of a farmer. He was originally a Whit, and then a thorough Republican from the organization of the party. He was Supervisor of Starkey several years.

In this village May 20th, 1872 Ada Belle only child of Joseph E. and Josephine Barber, aged 1yr. 9m, 18da.

In Havana St the 28th Jan. 1865 Alexander T Wier age about 61 years. He had been a resident of Havana 36 yr.

On Thursday morning at Elmira (Feb. 1867?) the dead body of a colored infant was found on the slats of a straw bed in a home on Fifth St. occupied by a colored family. It was supposed that this was a case of willful infanticide, but at the Coroners inquest it was ascertained that the child the fruit of immortality before the woman married, was born more than a week before, while the woman’s mother was too sick to attend her; that no criminal intent on the part of the mother of the infant, but in her weak, helpless state, with no one to assist her, she could not care for the infant, and in consequences it died which she put it beneath the bed to conceal it till she could dispose of it.
 
 

The Elmira Advertiser announces the death of William Halliday a prominent business man of that city, and ex-sheriff of Chemung County. He was on a fishing excursion with other gentleman at Mud Lake and had put up at the Wayne Hotel.

they had passed the evening in pleasant converse, and at bed time Halliday preceded the rest to bed, and upon his room mate, Rodborn going up a few minutes afterwards, Halliday was found dead in bed. Whether death had come upon him suddenly from heat disease or apoplexy, it was impossible to determine. For years we are informed he has been affected with asthma, and perhaps a heart trouble, and it is possible that a death so unlooked for occurred from this cause.
 
 

April 12, 1949 Thomas Parks, 79, Montour cemetery sexton, was found death there last night. His sister Anna, with whom he resided called firemen at 8 when he didn't come home for supper. Services Thurs. at Vedder’s.

Albert Hurd 70, was found dead at his home on Dug Road, Montour yesterday by his sister, Mrs. Lulu Kelly of Pine City. Coroner Paul Willwerth said he'd been dead 3 or 4 days, evidently from a self inflicted gunshot wound Services at 2 pm tomorrow at Scotts Funeral Home, Montour.

Frank B. Miller aged 66 of Montour Falls veteran Pennsylvania RR employee died Sunday night Aug 29, 1948. He was born Wedgewood, NY the son of Mr. and Mrs. Mathias Miller. He is survived by his wife Elizabeth Barnes Miller; two daughters Miss Bea Miller an Mrs. R. B. Everts both of Montour Falls, a sister Mrs. May Church of this village. Funeral services were held at 2:30 p.m. Wed at the Vedder and Scott funeral parlor. Burial was in Montour Cemetery.

Mr. Miller was a lifelong employee of the Pensey having had his first job with the track crew. He studied the Morse code and became a telegrapher, work in all the stations on the line from Williamsport to Canandaigua. He saw the passing of the telegraph and the installation of the telephone from station to station. It was only five months ago that he retired. He as employed in the Watkins Glen station at the time. He never had a thought of any other employment and his retirement brought him no joy. He felt indeed that life was ending for him.

Rufus Silas Blaine of Nile a resident of Friendship township for 12 years died last Friday Jan. 17, 1947, in Cuba Memorial Hospital after an illness of several months.

A native of Wirt, Mr. Blaine was born June 25, 1879, a son of John and Celia Mulkin Blaine. His only survivor is his widow, Mrs. Alice Jordan Blaine. He was a member of the friendship Baptist Church and of Allegany Lodge, No. 225, Free and Accepted Masons. Funeral serviced were conducted at 2 pm Monday in the late home with the Rev. John M. Beck pastor of the First Evangelical United Brethren Church of Nile, officiating, assisted by the Rev. Maratz Snyder, pastor of the Friendship Baptist Church. Burial was in Mt. Hope Cemetery. Attending the services from out of town were Mr. and Mrs. Joseph McDonald of Lorain, Ohio. Mr. and Mrs. Carl Jordan of Albany, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Coe and Mrs. Ruth Otis and son, Donald, all of Perry and Mrs. Will Dunning of Bolivar.

Grover C Hinman, born Jan. 6th, 1840, died Dec. 10th, 1895. His illness began a year and half ago, his disease being chronic basilar meningitis. Mr. Hinman spent his life in this village until he was about 80 yrs of age. In 1864 he was married to Miss Albertine Whittemore, who survives him. He entered into the hardware business with Dwight Beebe and five years later formed a partnership wit Leroy Crawford, M. G. Lewis and Dwight Beebe for the manufacture of bark extract in Lewis County, this state. In 1890 he moved to Detroit, Mich. where he resided till about a year ago, when his illness compelled him to retire from active labor. He spent a portion of the present year in this village, removing to Bucyrus, Ohio, where he died as above stated. His remains were brought t this village for burial in the family lot in Montour Cem. Services were held at his sister's home, Mrs. Jas. A. Shepard on South St, this afternoon, Rev. Mr. Fenton officiating.

The death of Mrs. Catherine M. Tracy occurred on Thurs, Aug. 21, 1902 at her home in Townsend, her age being 81 yrs. She was the daughter of Jarvis and Rebecca Baskin Chapman, old residents of the town of Dix and was the widow of the late Ebenezer Tracy, who died about eight years ago. A brother Leander Chapman of Hornellsville, and two sisters, Mrs. John G. Tracy and Mrs. Frank Lybold, survive her. The funeral was held on Sun. at the residence, burial at Montour Falls.

Edmund T. Tracy of Montour Falls died Mar. 4, 1929 at the home of his son, Willis at Newark, NJ. Monday. The body was brought to the Vedder and Scott funeral home here and funeral will be held at the Tracy homestead. Interment will be in a local cemetery. He is survived by his son and two sisters, Mrs. Charles R. Watkins and Miss. Florence Tracey, both of Montour Falls.

Oct. 12,1877 Daniel Tracy died at Havana on Fri. in his 61st yr of his age.

He was born at Oxford, Chenango Co. NY. Where his father Daniel Tracy also lived and where he passed away in the early years of his life. Mr. Tracy came to Havana when only 19 yrs of age. He was a clerk in the store of the late Peter Tracy who was a distant relative. Mr. Tracy was twice married. He was first married to Miss Sarah A. Lewis Oct 1, 1846 who died Sept 17, 1844(this is not possible so perhaps typo) and leaving four children. He again married Miss Louisa Watkins, who together with her two children now survives. All of Mr. Tracy’s children survive him and all live here except Mr. Charles Tracy who resides in St. Paul, Minn. Also surviving him are seven brothers and two sisters. His parents previously passed away.

Charles L. Tracy died Dec. 13, 1915 in St. Paul, Minn. His age was 68 yrs. He was a pioneer resident of St Paul. He went there more than 40 years ago from NY. (Born this village) He was employed by the H. C. Burbank clothing Co. He is survived by his widow, a son, Gilbert, of St. Paul and a daughter, Mr. A. K. Fabian, Dedham, Mass. Two brothers, Fred I. Tracy of Grand Rapids, Mich. and Edmond T. Tracy of Vineland NJ. As well as Miss. Florence Tracy and Mrs. Charles R. Watkins. Of this village.

Albert Tracy of Townsend died Jan 24, 1884, of heart disease, at the home of his brother, John G. Tracy. He was in the 72nd yr of age. He was born in Oxford, Chenango Co. NY. Being in a family of nine children. Funeral services held in Townsend at the Baptist Church in Townsend.

Mrs. Harriet Chapman after an illness died in Trenton. (Date on clipping looks like Feb. 1928?) She was born June 3, 1827 in Trenton, NJ. Sept 24, 1885 she married Stephen Elburtus Chapman of Unadilia Forks and they lived in that place until his death May 24, 1900. Then she returned to her old home, Trenton. She is survived by and adopted daughter, Mrs. Jay W. Jones of Utica and one brother Jerome W. Watkins of this village. Mrs. Chapman was a member of the M. E. Church.

Mrs. Louise Watkins Tracy widow of the late Daniel Tracy, died Feb 4, 1906, at her home in Montour Falls. Her age was 80 years. She was born in Oneida Co, Dec. 14, 1825. In 1845 she came to this village, where she was a resident ever since.

In 1855 she was married to Daniel Tracy. She is survived by two daughters, Misses Sara L. and Florence Tracy. To the children of her husband and his first wife, Charles L. Tracy of St. Paul, Minn. Edmund Tracy of Pittsford, and Mrs. Charles R. Watkins of Montour Falls. Two if her sisters Mrs. Gertrude Woodhull and Mrs. Electa McGuire and two brothers have entered into the other life before her and of the original group of ten, there remain Mrs. Mary A. Coburn and Mrs. Kate Eldredge, of Union Springs NY.
Mrs. Antoinette Weller and Charles R. Watkins, of Montour Falls and Fred J.Funeral was held from the family home on Genesee St. and burial in Montour Cem.

Mrs. E. Katherine Eldredge one of Union Springs residents died Monday. Apr.21, 1919 at the house of her daughter, Mrs. Donald Judson, after a long illness.

Mrs. Eldredge was born in Oriskany in 1836 but had lived in this village nearly all her life. Besides her daughter Mrs. Judson, she is survived by a son, Albert Beardsley of London, Ohio. And a granddaughter Mrs. Lloyd Getman of this village. Following funeral services at Grace Episcopal Church she was buried in the family plot in Chestnut Hill Cemetery.

James Vescelius aged 76 yrs. Died after a short painful illness, June 15, (no date of year and nothing around to gear it by) at the residence of his son, Dr. W. L. Vescelius. Reading NY. He leaves a wife, three sons, and five daughters.

Mrs. Harriet M. Huntington died Apr. 21, 1919. She was the widow of Henry Hyde Huntington of Albany and Schenectady. She died in the 94th year of her age, at her daughter's residence, Mrs. Ralph W. Thacher. She lived with her since her husband's death. She is survived by four children, Mrs. R. W.
Thacher of this city, Mrs. S. A. Bailey of Grand Rapids, Mich. Henry R. of Fernie, B.C. and Herbert F. of Utica, also six grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. Mrs. Huntington was a former resident of this village, spending the early part of her life here.

George Winton died on Wed. the 25th in the town of Catherine, at the age of 55 yrs.
Less than two weeks ago he was taken ill with premonitory symptoms of fever  which, during the present week, culminated in paralysis and death. He was the youngest son of the late Hon. Samuel Winton of Catherine. He lived and died in the house he was born in, both events taking place in the same room. The marriage of his father and mother was the first celebrated in the town of Catherine. They reared a large family. A sister of Mr. Winton’s Miss Eliza Winton was for several years the preceptres (?) of the Union School in this village. She afterwards married Peter L. Mallory. She died many years ago. Another sister Mrs. Thompson Lewis who now lives in this village with her granddaughter, Mrs. Charles L. Watkins. Mr. Winton has a brother at Ithaca who bears the same name with that as his father. At thre time of time of his father’s death he was comparatively a young man andlived for several years was at the homestead in Catherine. In 1848 he married Anna daughter of Thomas L. Fanton, of that town, who with threechildren survive him.
 
 
 
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