Early News

Rochester, Monroe, NY
Democrat and Chronicle,
Monday 13 Nov 1899

pg 12 col 3.
Henry A. LANGSLOW died yesterday morning at 7:45 o'clock at the family residence, No. 56 Concord avenue. He is survived by his wife and three children, two sons, Louis Arthur Gordon and Stratton C. LANGSLOW, and one daughter Miss Lydia Helena Mary LANGSLOW; also six grandchildren and a sister, Miss. Agnes LANGSLOW, of London, England.
Mr. LANGSLOW was born in London, England November 16, 1830, and if he had lived until Thursday would have been 69 years of age. He was educated in his native country and France. He arrived in Boston when he was 20 years of age and after staying there two years went to New York, which city he left in 1860, when he came to Rochester, where he had lived ever since. He early identified himself with the furniture business and worked for the old firm of Burley and Dewey. Later he became vice-president of the I. H. Dewey Company and held that office until the firm of Langslow, Fowler and Company was organized in 1884. He has since been the head of that firm.
It was his custom of late years to visit the home of his youth ever other year, and he made in all twenty-seven trips across the Atlantic. He last sailed for Europe June 9th of the present year, intending to make a two months' sojourn. While traveling in France he was taken ill and immediately returned home to America. Of his brothers and sisters, one of whom was born in each of the four quarters of the globe, there is but one surviving.
Mr Langslow was a member of the Rochester Historical Society. He was one of the chief promoters of the Huntington, Lake Avenue, Wakelee Farm and Mount Hope Avenue Building Lot Associations. He was essentially a man of domestic tastes, and was known and respected as one of the ablest and most substantial business men of this city.

Rochester, Monroe, N.Y.
"The Post Express"
Nov. 23, 1899

FUNERAL OF MISS WORKS

The Oldest Resident Laid to Rest in Jones's Cemetery
The funeral of Miss Eliza WORKS, who died Tuesday, was held this morning from the home of her nephew, George LINCOLN, in East Henrietta. Interment was in Jones's cemetery, East Henrietta.
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CHARLES MANN's FUNERAL

The funeral of Charles MANN, who died Sunday at his home, 426 Monroe Avenue, was held at 4 o'clock yesterday afternoon and was attended by many of his friends and acquaintances. The display of flowers and floral emblems was very elaborate, testifying to the high esteem in which the deceased was held. Among these was a large cluster of chrysanthemums from the Rochester Typotheta, of which Mr. MANN was an active member. Many members of this organization were in attendance. The services were conducted by the Rev. Murray BARTLETT, rector of St. Paul's church, and the Rev. William C. GANNETT, pastor of First Unitarian church. The remains were accompanied to Mt. Hope by the sorrowing relatives, where the interment was made.
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DEATHS and FUNERALS

Lizzie J. WILLETT died last evening at the family residence, 26 South Washington street.
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John STRANAHAN died this morning at the family residence, 96 Saratoga avenue, aged 58 years. He leaves a wife and six children.
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Thomas BROWN died this morning at the family residence, 130 Saxton street. He is survived by his wife, two daughters, Margaret and Mary, and one son, Edward.
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Emma Marie PATTERSON died yesterday morning at the family home, 73 Jefferson avenue, aged 28 years and 7 months. The remains will be removed to Norwood, Canada for burial.
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Joseph WAGNER died yesterday afternoon at his home, 28 Centennial street, aged (either 33 or 55) & 10 months. He is survived by three sons, Alois, Sabastian and William WAGNER; three daughters, Anna, Barbara and Catherine WAGNER; one brother, Paul WAGNER; two sisters, Mrs. Barbara MUELLNER and Mrs. Cath ROSSNAN, of Peoria, ILL.
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MRS. HENN FAINTED

Complainant in Police Court Case Could Not Testify Against Her Husband Mrs. Nettie HENN, who secured the arrest of her husband on a charge of assault, was unable to appear in court to-day. She fainted in the police station as she left the elevator. She was carried into Officer CAUFIELD's room, where she soon revived.
William T. HENN, the defendant, was on hand ready for trial. The charge was withdrawn by his wife.
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"EDUCATIONAL GAZETTE."

Rochester Publication Passes into the Hands of Well-Known Business Men.

The Valuable monthly magazine, known as "The Educational Gazette."
Which has been published in Rochester for upward of fifteen years, has passed by purchase, together with the good will, name and equitable titles, into new hands.
The new company, which is to be incorporated with $10,000 capital and which will be known as the Educational Gazette Publishing company, is composed of C. M. FISK, the well-known business man of this city, as president;
C. W. FISK, his brother, as treasurer, and J. H. CLAPPERTON, also of Rochester, for many years with the American Type Founders' company, as secretary and general manager.
It is the intention to continue the publication of the "Educational Gazette" in this city and to greatly enlarge and extend the business of publishing educational periodicals and text books and furnish valuable information to persons possessing an educational or literary vocation. New offices have been secured in Chamber of Commerce building.
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REV. MR. HANSCOM's CALL

Extended an Invitation to the Pastorals of a Big Newark Church.

Rev. George L. HANSCOM, pastor of the South Congregational church, has been tendered a call, to the pastorate of the largest Congregational church in Newark, N.J., the First church. This is an important charge.
The following despatch has been received from Newark:
"The First Congregational church of Newark has voted to extend a call to Rev. George L. HANSCOM, pastor of South Congregational church, of Rochester. The Newark pulpit, which has been vacant since Rev. James A. CHAMBERLAIN, a clergyman of wide reputation, left it two months ago to accept a Connecticut pastorate, was occupied October 8th last by Mr. HANSCOM, who, by a single sermon created so good an impression that the trustee board decided at once to look up his record.

NOV. 24, 1899

TRAGEDY AT STOCKBRIDGE

Frank Bailey Killed His Brother and Then Committed Suicide.
Stockbridge, Mich., Nov. 24 - Frank and George BAILEY, Business men of this place, were found in the rear of their bicycle and jewelry store, yesterday, both shot through the head. George was dead and Frank dying.
It is thought that Frank, who had been under a doctor's care for several days with a mental trouble, shot his brother and then himself.
Frank left a letter saying that he believed some tragedy was about to befall him and his brother and giving directions for the disposal of their property and remains.
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MURDER DUE TO JEALOUSY

Crippled Saloon Keeper Killed His Wife and Ended His Own Existence.

Mount Vernon, O. Nov 24 - Charles GOLDSBOROUGH, a crippled saloon keeper, last night shot and killed his wife and then ended his own existence by sending a bullet through his head. The tragedy was enacted in the apartments of the couple, over the saloon. Mrs. GOLDSBOROUGH was handsome and attractive. Jealousy on the part of the husband led to the deed.
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EVANGELIST MOODY's HEALTH

Only Needed Rest - May Visit Rochester Early in January

John A. STEWART, chairman of the Executives committee of the Associated Young Men's Bible Classes, says that Dwight L. MOODY is gaining health rapidly. Mr. STEWART received a letter from Rev. Howard POPE this
morning in which he says he hears from Mr. MOODY each day. In his letter yesterday Mr. MOODY said his health had improved greatly already and that it was only a matter of two or three weeks before he would be in perfect health again. He will not resume his work until after the holidays.
Mr. STEWART said it was probable that Mr. MOODY would make Rochester his first stopping place on returning to work. The Evangelist had expressed the greatest respect when told of the extensive preparations
which had been made for his coming and on this account is especially anxious to visit Rochester first after the holidays. Mr. STEWART said that in all probability arrangements would be made to hold a series of meetings

early in January.
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A SUDDEN DEATH

Mrs. Margaret NOLAN Died of Heart Disease This Morning.

Coroner SIBLEY was called to 204 Atkinson street, at 11 o'clock this morning and found there that Mrs. Margaret NOLAN had died suddenly of heart disease. The Coroner granted a certificate to that effect.
Mrs. NOLAN is survived by one son, Fred S. FORD and one daughter, Mrs. William VOGT. The funeral will be held from the Atkinson street residence at 8:30 o'clock and from Immaculate Conception church at 9 o'clock.
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DEATHS AND FUNERALS

Helen L. RUSSELL, daughter of Walter and Louise RUSSELL, died last night at the family residence, 178 Cottage street, aged 5 years.
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Susan Louise STRICKLAND died Wednesday at 34 Manhattan street, aged 56 (looks like) She leaves one sister, Mrs. A. V. WESCOTT of BROOKLYN. Burial will be at Holley.
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The funeral of John SHANAHAN, who died yesterday morning, will be held Monday morning at 8:30 o'clock from the house and at 9 o'clock from the Cathederal.
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Peter SMITH died at the family residence, 47 Olean street, last evening. He is survived by a widow and three children, Mrs. John McMAHON, Harry SMITH and Peter J. SMITH, all of this city.
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The funeral of Charles YOUNG, who died Wednesday night, will be held Sunday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock from the family residence, corner of Chatham and Kelly streets. The interment will be at Mt. Hope cemetery.
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Dorothy STAHLEKER died last night at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. Caroline MILLER, — Ravine avenue, aged 83 years. She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. MILLER and Mrs. Doratha SCHRADER, and one son, John STAHLEKER. The funeral will be held Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the residence of Mrs. MILLER.
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DIED OF HEART DISEASE

The Sudden Death of George Lawrence This Afternoon
George LAWRENCE, of 43 Richmond park, a well known carpenter, died suddenly at 1 o'clock this afternoon while doing some work in Aebersold's restaurant on East Main street. He felt ill and lay down on a sofa. A few minutes later he rolled off on to the floor dead.
Deceased had been troubled with heart disease, and it is thought his death was caused by it. He was 61 years old and is survived by his wife. He was a member of the Carpenters' union.
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SHERIFF CLOSES MUSIC STORE

The store occupied by the Rochester Music company, on East avenue, was closed by the sheriff to-day on two notes held by Samuel CURTIS, of Buffalo. The notes amount to $10,000.
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WIFE ARRESTED HUSBAND

Julia TUFT, of 330 Scio street, was arrested last night by his wife, Julia TUFT, on a charge of being intoxicated and disorderly. Mrs. TUFT did not appear in court to-day and the man was discharged.
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AN OLD ASSAULT CASE

Frank McMAHON pleaded not guilty before Judge ERNST to-day of assault September 24th, on Michael ROCK. The case was adjourned until next Tuesday.
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LOCAL PERSONAL MENTION

Dr. and Mrs. John Whitbeck BENNETT of Alexander street have issued unique invitations for dinner Monday evening next in honor of their fifteenth wedding anniversary.
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Cards are out announcing the approaching marriage of Miss Lena BOYD, of Pulteney's Landing, to L. Verne HORTON, of Rochester. The ceremony will take place next Wednesday.
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Herbert D. SUILE, clerk of Roadmaster Guilford of the Central railroad, is confined to his home, 23 Rundel park, by illness.
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CHOKED MRS. SUTER

For This Offense Thomas Christie Will Serve Three Months

Thomas CHRISTIE was convicted in Police court to-day of assault on Mrs. F. F. SUTER, of 23 West avenue. The woman said that CHRISTIE entered her room and choked her. Officer Whaley was called and he arrested CHRISTIE. Judge ERNST sentenced CHRISTIE to serve three months in the penitentiary.
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CAPTURED AT HIS HOME

Spencerport Constables Make an Important Arrest

Valentine J. SCHEVERMAN, an aged cobbler, who lives at 95 Otis street, was held up and robbed on the Lyell road by a foot pad one night a month ago. The robbery was particularly atrocious in its circumstances, for the old man was pulled from his carriage, pounded in the face and left unconscious by the roadway just outside the city line. The sheriff's deputies were put upon the case and succeeded in losing the man they suspected by overmuch haste. That same man was arrested last night by two constables from Spencerport, locked up over night and identified by the victim of his alleged crime this morning.
The prisoner's name is Fred WILLEY, 25 years old, a son of Frank WILLEY, who lives two miles southwest of Spencerport on the Colby road. The capture was made at the farm house. WILLEY did not offer any resistance when the handcuffs were slipped over his wrists. He said the mistake he made was in breaking cover so soon after his escape from the deputy sheriffs.
WILLEY was locked up over night in the Spencerport prison and brought to the county jail in this city at 2 o'clock this afternoon.
The report of the bold and cruel holdup was filed with the sheriff the day after it occurred. He directed Deputy Sheriffs SALYERDS and BABCOCK to investigate it. They obtained a description of the man from SCHEUERMAN and immediately suspected young WILLEY. BABCOCK, without much forethought or skill, to judge from the outcome, tried to "pump" WILLEY one night at his home. He became suspicious and showed his nervousness.
BABCOCK made a grab for him, but WILLEY wrenched himself free and fled. Some people thought he had gone to Buffalo; others that he was hiding in the woods.
About this time Constable EVERETT, of Spencerport, who sells potatoes when he isn't busy with his professional duties, was making a trade with SCHEUERMAN, who, of course, told him all about the robbery.
EVERETT suspected WILLEY as the deputies had done. EVERETT has a partner in the constabulary business, named RUSS. The two set to work watching the WILLEY house each night. For two weeks they maintained their vigil, and were rewarded at last by landing their man.
The arrest was made on a warrant issued by Justice COLBY, of Spencerport. The sheriff's office had received no news of the capture until the newspaper men began to ask questions. The charge against the prisoner is highway robbery and assault with intent to kill.

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Rochester Democrat & Chronicle
November 26, 1899
Rochester, NY

page 17

HEISEL--In this city on Friday evening, November 24, 1899, at the residence of her sisters. No. 34 Grand street, Lena HEISEL. Funeral from her late residence Tuesday morning at 8:30 o'clock, and from St. Boniface Church at 9 o'clock.

ROSSNEY-- In this city at the residence, No. 137 Genesee street, Etta A., wife of F. G. ROSSNEY Funeral Tuesday morning at 9:30 o'clock. Newark, N.Y., and Watertown papers please copy.

SMITH--In this city, at the family residence, 47 Olean street, Peter SMITH. Funeral Monday morning 9:30 from house, 10 o'clock from Immaculate Conception Church.

FOX--In this city, Saturday, November 25, 1899, at the Homeopathic Hospital, Eugene F. FOX, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Charles F. FOX, aged 38 years. The remains will be taken to the family residence. No. 540 North street. Notice of funeral hereafter.

TILDEN--In this city, Friday night, November 24, 1899 at his residence, 104 West avenue, Laurence G. TILDEN, age 45 years. He leaves a wife and one daughter, Gladys. He was a prominent forrester, being a member of Court Richwood 129, and Lincoln Conclave K. S. F. Funeral Monday 2:30 P.M. at the residence of Mrs. S. PETTY, 180 Spring street. Interment at Riverside.

Mrs. Mary J. POWERS, widow of William M. POWERS, died Friday night at the family home, No. 58 West Waverly place, aged 49 years. She leaves two daughters, Minnie and Agnes and one son, Leo POWERS.

Lorenzo D. HADLEY, of Medina, died suddenly yesterday afternoon at the residence of Henry LYTLE in the town of Greece, aged 81 years. He was making a short visit when stricken with heart disease. The remains will be sent to Medina this morning.

Eugene F. FOX, son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles F. FOX, died yesterday afternoon, aged 38 years, at the Homeopathic Hospital. He leaves a wife and three children, one brother Charles F. Fox of New York, and three sisters, Mrs. Louisa ALBERT, Mrs. Frederick STAHLEY, and Mrs. Thomas COLLINS, all of this city. The remains were taken to the family home. No. 540 North street. PSM