PATRICK GANLEY

Veteran of Civil War, Well Known and Respected Citizen Dies at Ripe Old Age

SMITHVILLE

   Patrick Ganley died at his home on Chenango street in this village Sunday, May 22, 1921, aged 81 years.

   Mr. Ganley has enjoyed remarkable health and vigor for a man of his age until within a few weeks when he was stricken with a trouble which his physician thought could be alleviated by an operation.  A little over five weeks ago he was taken to the Norwich Hospital and the operation performed.  Since then he has steadily declined in health until his life's journey was ended.

   Patrick Ganley was born in Athlone, Longford, Ireland, August 22, 1839, the son of Mr. and Mrs. John Ganley.  His father being dead, Patrick and his mother made the journey to this country in 1853, coming direct to this town where they joined relatives who had preceded them.  They lived near Painter Hill and Patrick continued his schooling at the school there.  In February 1861 he was united in marriage with Miss Ann Martin of Greene.  The Civil War was then raging and as it continued Mr. Ganley felt the call to serve his adopted country and enlisted in Co. K. of the 10th N. Y. Cavalry and served during the remainder of the war.  He took a part in the closing battles at Appomattox, Va.  On being mustered out he returned to Oxford and for a summer engaged in teaming and then took up farming, buying a farm in Smithville, where he remained until coming to this village about thirteen years ago.

   Mr. Ganley was a loyal husband and a good father, a man who made and kept friends.  He will be missed greatly by all who had the honor of his acquaintance.  Mrs. Ganley died in June 1917.  The children surviving are Charles H. Ganley and George B. Ganley of Norwich and Mrs. Minnie Shea of this village.

   Funeral services were held on Wednesday at 10 a.m. at St. Joseph's Church, Rev. Theodore Provost officiating.  Burial was made in St. Joseph's cemetery.

IRA B. CUMMINGS

SMITHVILLE

   The death of Ira B. Cummings occurred at his home in Smithville, Thursday, November 5, from pulmonary trouble.  He was 35 years of age.  He was a native of Smithville, and was the son of Moses and Sarah Webb Cummings.  His is survived by his wife and several brothers.  He was respected by his neighbors and will be missed by his many friends.  The funeral was held Saturday at the Tyner church, Rev. R. A. Gates officiating.  Burial in Tyner cemetery.

MRS. LILLY (ROSE) BAILEY

SMITHVILLE

(FEB. 1960)

  11)--The many relatives and friends regret the death of Mrs. Lilly (Rose) Bailey, a life resident of Smithville, loved and respected by all, loyal friend, faithful church worker who will be greatly missed in the community.

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SGT. GROVER BECKWITH

M'ARTHUR WRITES VICTIM'S PARENTS

General Sends Condolences on Sgt. Beckwith Death

(1945)

GREENE

   GREENE, June 22.--Mr. and Mrs. Fred D. Beckwith recently received a letter of condolence on the death of their son, Sgt. Grover Beckwith from Gen. Douglas MacArthur.

   General MacArthur's statement reads:

   "My deepest sympathy goes to you in the death of your son, Sgt. Grover Beckwith.  His service to his country was characterized by his devotion to his duty, and in his death we have lost a gallant comrade in arms."

   The parents also received a letter from Maj. Gen. P. H. Clarkson, commanding officer of their son's organization, giving the family more details of the young soldier's death.  He writes in part:

   "Grover was seriously wounded in action against the enemy on May 21 near Acops Place, Mountain Province, Luzon, in the Philippines.  He received every possible medical attention but despite all efforts he passed away the same day.  He was buried with full military honors due a soldier of our country accompanied by the prayers of his faith.

   "Grover's death is felt very deeply by the officers and men of his organization where he was respected and admired by all.

   "In war some give in a greater measure than others.  Grover gave his full measure while striving for the principals he knew to be just and right.  No greater thing can a man do."

   Sgt. Beckwith was born Aug. 20, 1918 at Genegantslet.  He attended Greene Central School.  He entered the service Feb. 28, 1942 and was sent overseas July 1943.  He was in Hawaii for about a year and from there went to New Guinea, the Dutch East Indies and then to the Philippines.  Beckwith had three battle stars, New Guinea, Dutch Netherlands and the Philippines campaigns.  He was in the command of a machine gun squad.

   Besides his parents he is survived by three brothers, Wendell of Greene, Raymond of Brisben and Gerald of Genegantslet.

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MRS. GEORGE BRIGHAM

Former Local Woman Died in Ithaca

(1946)

   Mrs. George Brigham, formerly of Oxford and Greene died at the Tompkins Memorial Home, in Ithaca, on Monday, April 8th, aged 78.  Funeral services will be held at the Harry Rogers Funeral Home, Greene, today at 11 o'clock.  Burial will be in the Lewis Cemetery, Preston.

   Surviving are a sister, Mrs. James Cullen of Afton; twelve nieces and nephews, Ivan, Glenn, Earl, Lawrence, Paul and Ward Bliven of Oxford and Mildred Cullen, Roy Cullen, Alice Wearne, Mary Kirch, Gladys Fowler, and Grace Wrench; also two step daughters, Edna Herson of Ithaca and Mrs. Lizzie Goslin of Philadelphia, Pa. and a step son, George of Ithaca.

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MRS. FLOY BLACKMAN

SUCCUMBS TO FLU AT CITY HOSPITAL

(DEC. 4, 1946)

   Mrs. Floy C. Blackman, former proprietor of the Smart Shop of Greene, died in the Binghamton City Hospital, Wednesday night of influenza-pneumonia.  She was the widow of Ivon Blackman, Sr. and the family resided for several years in Norwich where the late Mr. Blackman was associated in the laundry business.

  

   Since his death she made her home with her daughter, Mrs. Nelson Williams at Greensburg, Pa., coming to Oxford five years ago.  In 1941 she opened the Smart Shop, Greene, which she conducted very successfully until April of this year.  Upon her return to this village she lived at the Wells home on Taylor street until failing health necessitated care and she went to the home of her sister, Mr. H. M. Hoffman.

   She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. H. B. Garfinkle of Charleston, S. C., and Mrs. Williams, mentioned above; a son, Ivon Blackman of Washington, D. C.; three sisters, Mrs. Hoffman and Mrs. C. C. Mayo of Oxford and Mrs. W. D. Woodhead of Neptune, N. J.; a brother, C. H. Chaffee of Swartmore, Pa., and five grandchildren.

   Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon at 2 from the Seymour Funeral Home.  The Rev. John Heidenreich officiated and burial was in Mt. Hope cemetery in Norwich.  Bearers were J. L. Harrison, J. C. Wyckoff, Herman Russell and George Armitage.

   Attending the services from out of town were Mr. and Mrs. Nelson Williams of Greensburg, Pa; Mr. and Mrs. I. H. Blackman of Washington, D. C.; C. H. Chaffee of Swarthmore, Pa., and Mrs. Walter Woodhead of Neptune, N. J.

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FLORENCE E. BAKER

Efficient Business Woman Stricken While Attending the Prayer Service of Her Church

(1922)

   During the early hours of Sunday morning, January 29, Miss Florence Baker passed away at her home at the Sherburne Inn.  From the time that she was stricken, on Thursday evening she remained unconscious until the end which came peacefully.

   About ten years ago Miss Baker and her sister, Mrs. Colton, became managers of the Hotchkiss Inn in this village.  Under their direction the Inn constantly grew in popularity with the traveling public and became known as one of the best hotels in the Chenango Valley.

   In 1917 Miss Baker and her sister, Mrs. Colton, located in Sherburne as managers of the then new Sherburne Inn and have since made it their permanent home, making many friends both in the vicinity and throughout the State.

   Miss Baker was born in the town of Oxford, March 31, 1871, the oldest daughter of the late Joseph E. and Annie Wheeler Baker of Oxford.  She was a faithful member of the Baptist church of Sherburne, uniting with that church by letter from the Oxford church soon after locating there.

   That she was stricken while attending a prayer service in her church, in apparently excellent health, cannot be considered a calamity.  This was her last public appearance on earth and she was in a place she loved.

   The funeral services were held at the Sherburne Inn, Tuesday afternoon.  Interment in Riverview cemetery, Oxford.

   Deceased is survived by three brothers, Adelbert W., of Bovina; Howard L., of Norwich; and Fred R., of Oxford; and one sister, Mrs. Edith L. Colton of Sherburne.

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JOSEPH GIBSON BROWN

Well Known Resident and Merchant of McDonough Passes Away After Years of Suffering

   Joseph Gibson Brown died at his home in McDonough Tuesday evening, July 27, 1920, at the age of 74 years.  He has been afflicted with rheumatism and bed ridden most of the time for the past four years.

   Mr. Brown was born March 8, 1946, on a farm in Greene, the son of Francis F. and Sarah Gibson Brown and is the last survivor of a family of five sons and four daughters.  He came to McDonough in 1871 and purchased a hardware business which he conducted until his retirement, since which the business has been conducted by his son who later was joined by Mr. Brown's son-in-law, Leon Tucker.

   Mr. Brown was very public spirited, always seeking to better the conditions of his home village and many of the improvements around the square are due to his enterprise.  He did not neglect to make his own home as attractive as possible or to advise and help other public improvements.

   Surviving him are his wife, who was Miss Addie Morse of Greene, whom he married in February 1875, and an only son, Arthur A., and two daughters, Cora, wife of J. J. Kirby of Clymer and Grace, wife of Leon Tucker of McDonough.

   Funeral services will be held this Friday afternoon, Rev. E. R. D. Briggs of Oxford, a boyhood friend, officiating.  Burial will be made in the family lot in the McDonough cemetery.

FLOYD D. ALDRICH

(1928)

   Floyd D. Aldrich died at the Oxford hospital July 4, aged 69 years.  He was born at North Guilford where he spent the greater part of his life.  After graduating from Oxford Academy he became a teacher, which profession he followed the greater part of his life.  He taught in Guilford and vicinity.

   At the death of his wife in 1925, he moved from the Aldrich homestead at North Guilford to this village.

   A prayer service was held at the home on Pleasant street at 1 o'clock the following Saturday, and the funeral was held at 2 o'clock at the North Guilford church, where he was a devoted member for many years.  Rev. Scobey of Mt. Upton officiated.

   He is survived by one daughter, Helen Aldrich, of Oxford; two brothers, Charles Aldrich of Guilford, Lewis Aldrich of Rockwells Mills; and one sister, Carrie Aldrich, of Rockwell Mills. Burial was made at White cemetery, North Guilford.

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HERMAN ALLEN

(June 24, 1946)

   Herman Allen, aged 73, of McDonough died at the Wheeler Nursing Home in Greene, Sunday evening.  The body was removed to the Seymour Funeral Home here where services were held Wednesday afternoon at two o'clock.  The Rev. William Howard officiated and burial was in McDonough.  He is the son of Oscar J. and Adaline Soule Allen.

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MRS. F. RANDALL BREED

SMITHVILLE

(1921)

   Anna Martin Breed, wife of F. Randall Breed, died at the Norwich Hospital Monday, April 18, aged 38 years.

   Mrs. Breed was the daughter of Bernard and Margaret Griffin Martin and was born in the town of Smithville July 7, 1882.  Mr. and Mrs. Breed had made their home in Smithville for a number of years, moving over four years ago to Norwich making their home on Pellett street.

   She is survived by her husband and four children, Douglass, Helen, Maurice and Paul.  Three brothers, Charles Martin of Oxford, Bernard and Leo of Billings, Montana.

   Her funeral services were held Thursday at 10 a.m. in St. Paul's church, Norwich, Rev. J. S. Tiernan officiating.  Her body was brought to this village for burial in St. Joseph's cemetery.

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MRS. JULIA E. BRONSON

SMITHVILLE

(1929)

   Mrs. Julia E. Bronson, aged 84, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Howard Dingman, in Smithville Thursday, February 21.  She was the daughter of John M. and Lovinia Harris Porter and was born in Smithville August 27, 1845.

   Mrs. Bronson was married twice, her second husband being Oscar Bronson of Smithville, who died Feb. 16, 1900.

   For the past 23 years she had made her home with her daughter, Mrs. Clara Dunn, with the exception of the past two years when she had lived with her daughter, Mrs. Howard Dingman.

   The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Congregation chapel in Greene, Rev. J. M. Chambers, pastor of the Congregational church of Oxford officiated.  The body was placed in the vault at Greene for burial at Smithville in the spring.

   She is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Clara Dunn, Oxford; Mrs. F. L. Ticknor, Caledonia; Mrs. Howard Dingman, Smithville; a son, Oscar B. Harrington at Hartford, Conn.; and four grandchildren, Earl B. Aiken, Rochester; Helen Harrington, Hartford, Conn.; LaVern Dingman, Smithville; Katherine Dunn, Oxford and a brother, John M. Porter of Binghamton besides several nieces and nephews.

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ANOTHER NOTICE:

(FEBRUARY 21, 1929)

   Mrs. Julia Bronson, a former resident of Oxford died last Thursday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Howard Dingman in Smithville.  

   Mrs. Bronson was 83 years of age.  She leaves three daughters to mourn her loss, and several grandchildren.  Mrs. Bronson was a member of Congregational Church at Oxford.

   The funeral will be held at Mrs. Dingman's Tuesday afternoon at 2 p. m. Rev. J. M. Chambers will be the officiating clergyman.

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DONOVAN -- WILSON

Married Wednesday Evening

(AUG. 2, 1911)

   

   Archie S. Wilson and Miss Mary E. Donovan, head of the laundry department at the W. R. C. Home, were married at 7 o'clock Wednesday evening.

   The ceremony was performed at St. Joseph's rectory by Rev. Father Richard Purcell, and Miss Agnes Donovan and George C. Lynch attended the bride and groom.  Immediately after the ceremony, Mr. and Mrs. Wilson drove to Norwich and from there took the midnight train for Binghamton.

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HAMILTON -- WOOSTER

(JAN. 6, 1912)

   Ray E. Wooster and Miss Grace E. Hamilton stole a march on their relatives and friends Saturday evening and were married at the Congregational parsonage by Rev. Inman Willcox, leaving town a few hours later on the O. & W. night line for Chicago, where Mr. Wooster will complete his studies in the Chicago Dental College.

   Mr. and Mrs. Wooster escaped the congratulations of their friends and possible injury from an over zealous rice-thrower--however, the congratulations can follow by mail.

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WRIGHT -- THURBER

(Dec. 11, 1912)

   The wedding of Miss Bonnie B. Thurber, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Dell R. Thurber, of Smithville, to Tracy N. Wright of Brisbin, will occur at the home of the bridge's parents today.

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WEBB -- DUNGEY

   Miss Edith Blanche Dungey and Clarence G. Webb United

(1914)

   At the home of Mr. and Mrs. Sidney Dungey at Robinson's Mills, South Oxford, Wednesday afternoon, June 10, occurred the wedding of their daughter, Miss Edith Blanche, to Clarence G. Webb of Brisben.  Only the immediate families and friends were present, and the nuptial knot was tied by Rev. Russell A. Gates.

   The bridge is an esteemed young lady who has a large circle of friends, and the groom is a popular employee of the Borden factory at Brisben.  Their many friends extend congratulations and best wishes.

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WEDGE -- COMSTOCK

(1919)

   Hugh A. Wedge of Oxford and Miss E. Lucretia Comstock were united in marriage at the home of the bridge's parents in Windsor, Tuesday, June 24, the Rev. Mr. Evan pastor of the Presbyterian church of Windsor officiating.

   Only the immediate relatives and friends of the two families were present at the ceremony which was performed at noon.  The bride was attired for the ceremony in white embroidered Georgette crepe.  She carried a shower bouquet of white roses.

   After the happy couple had received congratulations and best wishes for the future, a wedding dinner was served to which about twenty-five relatives and guests sat down, and on its conclusion Mr. and Mrs. Wedge started on a honeymoon trip by auto to summer resorts in the Adirondacks.

   On returning to Oxford, July 15, Mr. and Mrs. Wedge will receive their friends at their home on State street.

   The Review-Times unites with the many friends of the young couple in wishing them much oy and happiness.

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WALKER -- CLAPPER

(1916)

   At the home of Mr. and Mrs. Hiram Clapper at East McDonough Wednesday evening, October 18, occurred the marriage of their daughter Maud to Mr. Ira Walker of Oxford.

   The ceremony was performed by Rev. W. J. Rossell of Preston.  Mr. and Mrs. Walker will be at their home in Oxford after November.

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HARRIS -- WRIGHT

(1922)

   The marriage of Miss Ruby Harris of Coventry, and Linn Wright of Oxford was celebrated at the home of the bridge on Saturday, December 23, in the presence of the relatives of the contracting parties.  Rev. A. H. Landmesser officiated.

   Mr. and Mrs. Wright will make their home in Oxford.

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WHITTAKER -- WHITTING

(1929)

   On Saturday evening, April 13, Walter K. Whittaker and Edith May Whitting, both of Oxford, were united in marriage by Rev. C. A. Winters at his home on Mechanic street.  The couple were attended by Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Franklin.  Mr. and Mrs. Whittaker will reside in this village.

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WEAVER - JONES

(SEPT. 1916)

   The marriage of Miss Gladys Jones and Mr. Arthur Weaver, both of Oxford, was solemnized at the bride's aunt, Mrs. Emily Tower, in Norwich last Sunday afternoon.  The ceremony was performed by the Rev. J. B. Wilson of Norwich.  Mr. and Mrs. Weaver will reside in Oxford.

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WALDEN - CARKHUFF

   At the home of the bride's parents in East Oxford, Jan 23, 1918, Miss Florence M. Carkhuff and Mr. Dilwin L. Walden were united in marriage by Rev. Inman L. Willcox.

   The maid of honor was Miss Eva A. Carkhuff, a sister of the bride and the best man was Mr. Lynn W. Padgett.  Only the immediate relatives of the couple were present.  

   Refreshments were served after the ceremony.

YOUNG COUPLE FROM OXFORD HAVE A TRYING TIME IN GREENE

WED UNDER DIFFICULTIES

(1907)

   Saturday night, August 10, a young couple came to Justice F. H. Williams to be married, giving their names and ages as Frank Youngs, 24, home Oxford, and Mary Lawton, 18, home Oxford.

   The judge being skeptical about the age of the young lady, looked it up in the Town Clerk's office and found the girl was but 16 on June 14, last, and for that reason refused to marry them without the consent of her parents.  The girl presented a note from her mother giving her consent to the marriage, but even that was not considered by the Judge and he refused to tie the knot.  They made another attempt on Monday but were informed by the hard hearted Judge that the girl's father would have to appear in person and give his written consent.  So the anxious pair walked four and a half miles to find the necessary father, who came back with them and gave the consent asked for and the wedding took place at 5 o'clock.  It was an impressive ceremony, and the Judge became so rattled that he nearly forgot to kiss the bride.  Fred E. Page, Esq., acted as best man, and we understand was not in as forgetful a frame of mind as Judge Williams.  The young couple had a wedding supper at a restaurant and then departed for Sackett's Harbor to spend their honeymoon. - Chenango American

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CHARLOTTE CARHART

SERVICES FOR CHARLOTTE CARHART LAST SATURDAY

(1953)

   Mrs. Charlotte Carhart passed away Thrusday, April 16.  Born on January 29, 1866, she was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Loomis of Brisben.

   She was married on February 17, 1866* to Oscar J. Carhart, who died November 11, 1950.

   Survivors include her daughter, Miss Elizabeth Carhart of Oxford; a sister, Mrs. Kathryn Morris of Sedro Wooley, Washington; a brother, William Loomis of Seattle, Washington and ten nieces and nephews.

   A private funeral service was held from the Seymour Funeral Home on Saturday, April 18, at         2 p. m. conducted by the Rev. Andrew Anderson, pastor of the Baptist Church of which Mrs. Carhart was a member.  Burial was in the Riverview Cemetery.

   Bearers were:  Frank Hovey, Earl Carhart, Floyd Cronk and Floyd Leach.

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*ANOTHER NOTE:  THE DATE OF THE WEDDING IS INCORRECT.  THIS WAS TYPED AS IT APPEARED IN THE PAPER, BUT SHE WAS NOT BORN WHEN SHE SUPPOSEDLY MARRIED.

BURCHARD - BALL

Frederick Leonard Burchard and Mary Esther Ball United at New Berlin

(1914)

   In St. Andrew's church, New Berlin, Wednesday, October 14, occurred the wedding of Miss Mary Esther Ball, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John T. Ball, of New Berlin, and Frederick Leonard Burchard of Norwich.

   Miss Laura Ball, sister of the bride, was maid of honor, VanDerlyn Burchard, of Oxford, was best man, and Floyd Miner and Stanley Burchard, of Oxford, and John F. Ball and Donald McGuire, of New Berlin, were the ushers.  Charles V. Medbury presided at the organ, Miss Nellie Snedeker played the violin, and John I. Richer the cello.  The ceremony was solemnized by Rev. Wilson E. Tanner, before a large company of guests.

   A program of instrumental music preceded the service.  Promptly at 4 o'clock to the strains of the Lohengrin wedding march, the bridal party entered the church, the bride, charmingly gowned, on the arm of her father.

   The groom and best man awaited the bride at the chancel.  Here the betrothal occurred, the bride being given in marriage by her father.  The hymn, "O Perfect Love," was sung by the choir as the bridal company approached the altar for the ceremony of the ring.

   After the benediction the party withdrew to the strains of Mendelssohn's march.  After the wedding, a  reception was held at the bride's home.  Later, Mr. and Mrs. Burchard left for Sherburne, where they boarded the train for a wedding trip to New York and Philadelphia.  Upon their return they will reside in Norwich.

   Mrs. Burchard is a highly esteemed young lady of New Berlin.  She is a graduate of New Berlin High school, and Syracuse University.  The groom is a well known young business man of Norwich, and is treasurer of Burchard Brothers Company, and manager of their Norwich store since the death of his father in 1910.  He is a graduate of Norwich High school and the University of Pennsylvania, a member of the Norwich Club, and several fraternities.  His boyhood was spent in Oxford, where he has many friend who join in congratulations.

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MISS PEARL NORTHROP

FRED BECKWITH

   Miss Pearl Northrop of this town and Fred Beckwith of Greene Corners were married on Thursday last.  The young couple have the best wishes of the community for a long and happy life.

NOTE:  THERE WAS ANOTHER ANNOUNCEMENT WHICH I WILL LOCATE AND POST LATER

BENTLEY - BOWERS

Raymond M. Bentley and Grace Beatrice Bowers Married Saturday

(Feb. 28, 1914)

   At the home of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Bowers at Walkers' Corners Saturday evening occurred the wedding of their daughter, Miss Grace Beatrice and Raymond M. Bentley.  The marriage was solemnized by Rev. Theodore Haydn.  Both young people are well known and have the best wishes of many friends.  The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Bentley of Syracuse.

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WINIFRED BARROWS

RALPH ARDRON

(1922)

   A quiet wedding took place at the Methodist parsonage on the evening of February 16, when Winifred Barrows became the bride of Ralph Ardron, both of McDonough.  The ceremony was performed by the pastor, Rev. W. T. Webb.  The young people will reside on a farm near Smithville Center.

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BARNES - HARRINGTON

(1913)

   At the home of Mr. and Mr. O. L. Harrington on East Main street, Norwich, Wednesday morning, Feb. 26, at 11 o'clock, occurred the marriage of Howard E. Barnes and Miss Lantie L. Harrington, both of the town of Oxford.  The ceremony was performed by Rev. Paul R. Allen, pastor of the Congregational church.  The couple were attended by Mr. and Mrs. Harrington.

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ELLIOTT - MONELL

A Home Wedding at the Farm Residence of Mr. and Mrs. C. L. Greene

(1911)

   A pretty wedding was solemnized at the home of Mr. and Mrs. C. L. Greene in the western part of the town Tuesday evening, October 10, when Mrs. Greene's daughter, Ethel L. Monell, was united in marriage to Benton Elliott of Greene.  The ceremony was performed by the Rev. S. Lee Whiteman of Greene.

   The bride was gowned in blue silk trimmed with white lace and she carried a bouquet of white carnations.  The best man was Floyd Davidson of North Fenton.  Grace Monell, little niece of the bride was flower girl, and strewed flowers in the path of the bride and groom as they entered the room to the strains of Mendelssohn's wedding march, played by Mrs. Eleanor Lawrence of Gulf Summit.  The decorations in the dining room and the table were blue and white.

   Mr. and Mrs. Elliott left for a wedding trip to Lestershire and Waverly.  

   Those present from out of town were, Mr. and Mrs. Elliott and children, Harry and Mabel, Doris and Helen; Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Ingraham of Greene; Arthur Monell and daughter Grace, Mrs. L. E. Moore and sons Merrit and Carl of Oxford.

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WILLIAM L. ECCLESTON

AND

MRS. ELIZABETH FOWLSTON

(1925)

   Mr. William L. Eccleston, supervisor of the town of Smithville, and Mrs. Elizabeth Fowlston were married in Norwich at the Broad Street parsonage, Friday, February 19, by Rev. Lewis D. Palmer.  Congratulations and best wishes are extended to the bride and groom.

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JENNIE MERRIAM TUTTLE

   At the family home, No. 35 Lexington avenue, Auburn, N. Y., Jennie B. Merriam, wife of Theodore F. Tuttle, breathed her last at 6:45 p. m. Tuesday, February 4, 1919.

   Deceased was born in Smithville, Chenango county, N. Y., September 4, 1844, the ninth child of Samuel and Betsey Barnes Merriam.  Eight of these children grew to manhood and womanhood.

   She was educated in the district school and Oxford Academy, and began teaching in her home town.  She taught one year in what is now know as District No. 5 in McDonough.  Later she taught at Chenango Forks where she met Theodore F. Tuttle, who she married in 1874.  They began housekeeping in Lisle, N. Y., he worked at his trade of harness making and she started in the millinery business.

   Soon they moved to Auburn where she conducted one of the leading millinery stores in the city until about 1889 when on account of illness she retired from the mercantile business..  As a teacher she was good in presenting subject matter also in discipline.  She was fond of and a friend to children and rarely failed to gain their friendship in return; this trait of character remained with her to the last.  Naturally she was an artist and though never specially educated in the art, left many fine drawings and paintings of her own handiwork as proofs of her ability.

   She was a believer in, and an honored member of several fraternities.  Among which were, The Colonel Kennedy Circle and the Seward-Crocker Post, Auxiliaries of the G. A. R. organization in Auburn.  A member of the "Parent's Teachers Association" and the "Womans' Union."

   A faithful wife, an indulgent mother and a kind neighbor and friend, has faithfully and well performed life's tasks for more than three score year and ten and painlessly and peacefully entered into rest.

   She will be missed in many places beside the home circle.  She was the last living member of the third generation of a once numerous Merriam family in Chenango county, and leaves to mourn her loss, her husband who has had a position in the City Hall of Auburn for over twenty years, an only son Arthur S. Tuttle, Supt. of the Syracuse Division of Warren Oil Co., two nieces, Martha J. Lane of Syracuse and DeEtte E. Merriam of McDonough, also three nephews Geo. B. Merriam, a druggist of Palm Beach, Fla., Burr J. Merriam, Supt. of Schools, North Adams, Mass. and Albert B. Merriam of McDonough.

   The body was brought to the Merriam home in McDonough on Thursday.  Funeral services were held at the house on Friday afternoon, Rev. M. H. Stoddard officiating.  Burial was made in the family lot in Evergreen cemetery.      A. B. M.

DUARD H. LEWIS

FORMER RESIDENT DIES AT NORWICH

(MAR. 24, 1950)

   Duard H. Lewis, aged 80 years, father of Linn Lewis of this village, died at his home, 12 Lee Avenue, Norwich Friday morning, after a long illness.

   He was born July 22, 1869 in McDonough, the son of George I. R. and Margaret Dunning Lewis.  He married Eva J. Ingraham Feb. 12, 1890.  she died Feb. 21, 1900.  His second wife, Sara Paul whom he married June 7, 1901, survives him together with the son here by his first marriage, also two grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

   For many years Mr. Lewis operated a farm near Oxford which he left 33 years ago to live in the village, purchasing the property now owned by Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Burchard on Chenango Street.  For several years he was employed in local business places, the last of which was with William O. Cooper in his clothing store.  Retiring 22 years ago, he moved to Norwich.  He was a member of the Oxford Methodist Church.

   The body was removed to the Breese Funeral Home where services were held Monday afternoon at two with the Rev. Thomas Swales, pastor of the Broad Street Methodist Church, officiating.  The body was placed in the vault at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Norwich, for burial later in the East McDonough cemetery.

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The Albany Evening Journal - Jan. 30, 1907

COVENTRY

   OXFORD, N. Y.,  Jan.20 – Diphtheria broke out in the home of Mrs. Charles White of Coventry, six miles from this place, last week.  A girl who worked in the family, Eliza D. Harris, contracted the disease and had nobody to care for her.

   Her affianced husband, Charles E. Healy of Albany, came to visit her Sunday and found her very sick and having no care.  He immediately took steps to nurse her himself, first arranging for their marriage.  They were united Sunday morning by Justice Kelly, the latter standing outside an open window while performing the ceremony.  Mr. Healy then immediately took up the duties of nurse.  Mrs. Healy is making good recovery.  Her husband is being much admired and commended for his devotion.

EDWIN BROWN FLAGG

Well Known Citizen Passed Away Yesterday After Short Illness.

(April 29, 1913)

   The death of Edwin B. Flagg occurred yesterday at the home of Millard C. Loomis, where he has resided for many years.  The community was shocked to learn of Mr. Flagg's serious condition a few days ago, few appreciating that he had been feeling ill.  Typhoid fever was the cause of death, and the disease must have been greatly advanced before he gave up.

   Edwin Brown Flagg was born in Smithville February 13, 1863, and was the son of Henry and Sarah Mosher Flagg.  He was educated at Oxford Academy, and a few years later became a clerk in the store of Carl & McNeil.  In a short time he entered into partnership with Oscar J. Carhart and purchased the Tyner Butter and Cheese factory, which they conducted for some time.  After they disposed of the business to George Stiles, Mr. Flagg worked his farm for a short time, and in January, 1902, came to Oxford and succeeded the late George Rugg as rural delivery carrier on route No. 1.  In January, 1909, he became deputy postmaster under M. D. McNeil, and continued in the post office till February of this year.  As a carrier and official in the post office Mr. Flagg was efficient and courteous, and had the regard and respect of the public to a high degree.

   Mr. Flagg was a member and vestryman of St. Paul's church, a past master of Oxford lodge, No. 175, F. & A. M., a member of Oxford chapter, No. 254, R. A. M., and of Norwich Commandery, No. 46 Knights Templars.  He was a man of sterling integrity, conscientious and in the performance of duty, genial and social.

   He is survived by one sister, Mrs. M. D. McNeil; and his niece, Mrs. M. C. Loomis, with whom he made his home.

   The funeral will be held at the house Thursday afternoon at 2:30, and will be private.  The service at the grave will be in charge of Norwich Comandery, and Oxford Lodge No. 175, F. & A. M. will act as escort.

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MRS. ISAAC A. EVANS

(MAR. 11, 1925)

   Mrs. Harriett W. Evans died at the W. R. C. Home on Wednesday morning after a long illness.  Mrs. Evans was the daughter of William and Hannah Tower Dolan and was born in Smithville on February 10, 1848.  When a young woman her parents removed to McDonough but the remainder of her life has been spent in this vicinity.  Early in life she was united in marriage with Isaac Evans, who was a Civil War veteran, serving as Corporal in Co. B. 114th Regiment N. Y. Vol.  Mr. Evans death occurred some years ago.  For a number of years Mr. and Mrs. Evans lived on Mechanic street and the widow continued to live here until her enfeebled condition required the attention of a nurse and about three years ago she entered the W. R. C. Home.

   Surviving is a sister, Mrs. W. S. Frost of this village.  The funeral will be held on Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Congregational chapel, Rev. J. m. Chambers officiating.  Burial will be made in Riverview cemetery.

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W. R. C. HOME IS THE WOMEN'S RELIEF CORPS HOME - NOW THE NEW YORK STATE VETERANS' HOME IN OXFORD.

MRS. ICABINDA DANIELS

Greene

   Mrs. Icabinda Daniels died September 9, 1919, at the home of Hanford Smith in Greene, where she was visiting.

   Mrs. Daniels was the widow of the late William Daniels of Plymouth and a sister of the late John L. Smith of Greene.  Funeral services were held Friday afternoon.  Interment was made in Sylvan Lawn cemetery, Greene.

   She is survived by her daughter, Mrs. Flora Adams of Binghamton, with whom she lived, three grandchildren, Fred Adams, Mrs. Marion Moore, and Mr. Raymond Vogelin, all of Binghamton; a sister, Mrs. Lydia Shipman of Fowler, Ind., and several nephews and nieces, among them Hanford Smith and Laura Smith of Greene.

MRS. CHARLES M. DODGE

Dies at Norwich Hospital Where She Was Taken for an Operation

   Mrs. Charles M. Dodge died at the Norwich Hospital, where she had been taken for treatment, Sunday afternoon, October 19, 1919, aged 72 years.

   Mrs. Dodge's maiden name was Adelaide M. Betts.  She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Warren Betts of Greene, and was born on her father's farm on Page Brook, July 24, 1847.  Her early life was spent at home where she attended the district school.  Later she attended Oxford Academy.  During her school days she met her future husband, Charles M. Dodge, a veteran of the Civil War and on October 13, 1868 they were married in Greene.  Mr. Dodge was engaged in the manufacture of wagons in this village and the young couple made this their home.

   After the death of her husband Mrs. Dodge, with her daughter Lillian, moved to Passaic, N. J., and from there to Brooklyn, remaining away from Oxford for about four years.

   After the death of her daughter she returned and occupied her house on Washington avenue.  For the past five or six years her granddaughter, Elizabeth Godfrey, has been with her.

   On the evening of September 16, while on her way to do her shopping, Mrs. Dodge slipped and fell on the pavement and broke her hip.  She suffered greatly from this injury, and about two weeks ago other complications developed which rendered it necessary to take her to the hospital at Norwich for an operation.  After the operation her condition remained serious and her stay at the hospital was continued.  For days she continued to fail and on Sunday the end came to her sufferings.

   Mrs. Dodge during the years she had lived in town had made many friends who rallied to comfort her in her hours of pain.  She had been a member of the Congregational church of this village for many years.  For the last few years of her life she remained much at home.  She is survived by her granddaughter Elizabeth Godfrey, a brother, Geo. S. Betts of Greene, and a sister, Mrs. Lillian Merrill of Interlaken.

   Funeral services were held at her home on Washington avenue, Tuesday afternoon, Rev. I. L. Willcox officiating.  Burial was made in Riverview cemetery.

JOHN P. DAVIS

Well Known Citizen Passed Away Suddenly Wednesday

SMITHVILLE

(1919)

   John Perkins Davis, a well known resident of State street, died suddenly at about 11 o'clock Wednesday morning, Feb. 25.  He had not been feeling well this winter although able to be about town.  Wednesday morning he attended to the furnace and later complained of considerable pain, and finally consented that a physician be called.  Dr. B. A. Hall was summoned and prescribed for him, advising that he remain at home for a while and rest.  About 11 o'clock he became unconscious and before assistance could be procured passed away.  Neuralgia of the heart was the cause of his demise.

   Mr. Davis was born July 1, 1839, in Smithville, and was a son of Solomon Heth and Clarinda Perkins Davis.  He gained his education in the district schools of his native town and at Oxford Academy, qualifying himself for teaching, which vocation he followed for several years.  In 1863 he married Almeda Buckley, daughter of Jacob and Clarinda Hastings Buckley, pioneer residents of Smithville.  After the death of his father, Mr. Davis took the old homestead, remaining there till 1893, when he moved into this village.

   Mr. Davis was a Universalist in religion and in politics an old time Republican, and took a deep interest in local and national events, but switched to Roosevelt in 1912.  During his residence in this village he faithfully and diligently discharged the duties of village president, trustee, assessor, collector, and for a number of years was on the Republican committee.  For the past 30 years he represented the weather bureau for this section.

   Mr. Davis was in the 75th year of his age.  He is survived by his wife and three children.  Mrs. Sackett H. Mead, of this village, Edward E. Davis, of Norwich and Charles S. Davis, of Chattanooga, Tenn.

   The funeral service was held Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock, Rev. George Cross Baner, of Utica officiating.  The floral offerings were beautiful.

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JOSEPH ADELBERT LANFAIR

   Joseph Adelbert Lanfair passed aways at the home of his son, James J. Lanfair, at New Berlin Junction, Wednesday, September 3, 1924.  Death was not unexpected as he had been ill for a brief time.  The deceased was born in Mt. Holyoke, Mass., May 17, 1848, and was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Andres and Betsey Lanfair.

   In 1875, he was united in marriage to Emogene Cook of Bainbridge who preceded him to the Better Land.  Three sons, Louis E., of Norwich; Fred E., of Guilford Center; James J. of New Berlin Junction are left to mourn the loss of a father.  The funeral was held from his late home on Friday.  Burial in Bainbridge.

MRS. LENORA PECK

(1916)

   Died, in McDonough, April 20, at the home of her son, Dever Lidell, Mrs. Lenora Peck, widow of the late Thomas Lidell of German, aged 67 years.  The funeral took place on Sunday at the church in German, Rev. Scarlet officiating.  Mrs. Lidell was a daughter of the late Levi Peck of German and is survived by three sons, Lee of Oxford, Dever of McDonough and Will of Preston.

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MRS. STEPHEN LEWIS

(Mar. 19, 1920)

   The funeral service for the late Mrs. Stephen Lewis, one of the oldest and best known residents of the village of McDonough, was held Thursday at 2 p.m.  Mrs. Lewis was a life-long member of the M. E. church of that place and a woman most highly esteemed.  The service was conducted by her pastor, Rev. W. T. Webb with burial in the family plot in the village cemetery.

S. EDWARD LEWIS

Formerly of Preston and Well-Known in Oxford Dies in Middletown, Delaware

(1918)

   News was received by Oxford relatives on Monday afternoon of the death of S. Edward Lewis at his home in Middletown, Delaware on November 3.

   Mr. Lewis was the second son of the late Samuel E. and Lydia S. Lewis, and was born in the town of Preston on the farm for many years owned by his father, on the 30th day of May, 1860, and continued to live on the home farm until about 1891, when he gave up farming and moved away, finally going to Middletown, about twenty-five years ago, where he lived continuously until he died.

   In 1881, he was married to Miss Anna TenEyck of North Branch, N. J., who with his two daughters Mary and Prudence, his sister Mrs. H. C. Stratton, his step-mother Mrs. Lemira D. Lewis and his niece, Mrs. W. A. Kissam of Queens, N. Y., survive him.

   Mr. Lewis was Supervisor of the Town of Preston for several terms and held other positions of trust and responsibility, and he was also prominent in fraternal associations, and after he moved to Delaware, he was the Supreme State Officer of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows.

   He was buried at North Branch, N. J. on Thursday.

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ANOTHER NOTE:  THE YEAR S. EDWARD LEWIS WAS MARRIED WAS LISTED AS: 18815.

VICTOR CLAIR

   Mr. and Mrs. George C. Lewis of Albany street have the sympathy of the community in the loss of their little son, Victor Clair, who died from indigestion Wednesday night after only a few days illness.  The little fellow was an attractive baby and loved by everyone.  He was four months and twenty-one days old.

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DEATH OF AN INFANT

(Jan. 10, 1912)

   Victor Clair, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. George C. Lewis of Albany street, died Wednesday night, after an illness of but two or three days.  The child was born August 19, 1911.

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GURDON LAW

(July 16, 1926)

   Gurdon Law, aged 12 years, died Friday evening at the home of his father, Bert N. Law.  Funeral services were held Monday morning at the home with Rev. Morgan officiating.  Burial was made in the J. D. Lewis cemetery.  He is survived by his father, two brothers, Leslie and Maurice, and two sisters, Mrs. Marion Money and Harriet Law, beside other relatives.

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MRS. ELIZA MAY

DIED AT THE W. R. C. HOME

   At the W. R. C. Home, Oxford, June 30, 1916, Mrs. Eliza May, aged 74 years and 1 month.  Mrs. May was born on the sea.  Funeral was held Monday and burial in Riverview cemetery.

RAYMOND C. McGUINNESS

DIED

January 19, 1919

   In Oxford, January 19, 1919, Raymond C., son of Richard and Bessie Race McGuinness, aged one year.

LEONARD MEAD

LITTLE LEONARD MEAD

Leonard, Son of Andres Mead, Had Tubercular Meningitis

(Jan. 23, 1913)

   Leonard A. Mead, son of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew D. Mead, died Thursday morning after several days of extreme suffering from tubercular meningitis.  His age was seven years.  

   The funeral was held at the house Saturday and burial will be in Riverview cemetery.

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MRS. PHOEBA A. MEACHAM

(SEPT 1, 1914)

   Former Resident of Tyner Died at Binghamton Wednesday

   Phoeba A., widow of Thomas Meacham, after a lingering illness died at her home, 63 Grand Boulevard, Binghamton, Wednesday night at 11:50 o'clock, aged 74 years.  She is survived by one niece, Mrs. Anna M. Loomis, who resided with her.

   Mrs. Meacham was the second daughter of Samuel Lewis of Preston, and had been twice married.  Her first husband was Warren Loomis, of Tyner, after whose death she married Mr. Meacham, and took up her residence in Binghamton.

   The funeral, which was private, was held at 2 o'clock Friday afternoon and the body brought to Oxford for burial.

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MRS. MARY A. McNEIL

(October 20, 1915)

   The death of Mary A., widow of Millard McNeil, occurred at 6:30 o'clock Wednesday morning after an illness of eleven days.  At about 9:30 o' clock, Saturday night, October 9, Mrs. McNeil had an attack of cerebral hemorrhage which paralyzed the entire right side of her body.  A few days after she was able to speak but at the last pneumonia developed and she quickly passed away.  A communicant of St. Paul's Church she enjoyed attendance at services as long as she was able.

   Mrs. McNeil was born in Smithville in October, 1845.  She was a daughter of Henry and Sarah Mosher Flagg, prominent residents of that town many years ago.  She was married January 8, 1868, to Millard D. McNeil, then a young man starting in the mercantile business in this village.  In later years he was appointed postmaster of Oxford by President McKinley and reappointed by President Roosevelt, retiring to public life at the end of his second term.  His death occurred April 16 of this year.

   For several years, Mrs. McNeil had been in poor health from rheumatism which confined her to her home a greater part of the time.  She was a woman who enjoyed her home and family ties and held the esteem and affections of many friends.  She is survived by two sons, Major Clarence H. McNeil, recently stationed at Manila, P. I., and Frederick A. McNeil, teller at the First National Bank of Oxford.  Major McNeil sailed from Japan about three weeks ago and is due to land at San Francisco tomorrow, where he has been stationed for the next four years.

   The funeral is held this morning at the home at 10 o'clock, Rev. Theodore Haydn officiating.

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