Births, Deaths, Marriages from Gouverneur, NY Herald
St. Lawrence County, NY (aprox. 1864-1904)
Married. In Fowler, Dec. 19th, 1876, at the home of the bride, by the Rev. G.G. Dains, Mr. Frank Goodenough to Miss Anjie J. Bigarel, all of Fowler.
Died. In the town of Rossie, Dec 31st, 1876, Margaret E., wife of A.A. Dickson, aged 23 years. [12/31/1876]
Married. In Richville, 31st inst., by Rev. G. Cross, Mr. Thomas Foster to Miss Harriet E. Bilow, both of Gouverneur. [12/31/1876]
Married. At the Presbyterian Church, on Thursday, the 9th instant, Rev. B. Alex. Willliamson, of Stillwater, N.Y., and Miss Hatlie A. Parmelee, of Gouverneur, N.Y. Rev. N.J. Conklin officiating. [12/09/1876]
Married. In Ogdensburg, August 26, by Rev. L.M. Miller, Mr. Henry W. Proctor, of Antwerp, to Miss Julia H. Beardslee, of Gouverneur. [08/21/1876]
Died. In this village, Sept 6th, of typhoid fever, Ida T., daughter of Mr. and Mrs. O.G. Baxter, in the 16th year of her age. [09/06/1876]
Died. In this town, 13th inst., of puerperal convulsions, Mrs. E.C. Loucks, in the 23d year of her age. [09/13/1876]
Died. In this village, on the morning of the 13th of September, Mrs. Julia J., wife of Dr. A. Pitcher, in the 71st year of her age. [09/13/1876]
Died. In Fowler, 15th inst., Mrs. Rhoda Minnick, in 86th year of her age. [09/15/1876]
Married. In Dekalb, Oct 4th, at the residence of the bride's mother, by Rev. C.M. Booth, Mr. John G. Carr to Miss Cornelia A. Colton, both of Dekalb, N.Y. [10/04/1876]
Married. At the M.E. Parsonage, Oxbow, Oct. 4th, by Rev. J.R. Smith, Herbut E. Yann of Morristown, to Miss Lauretta M. Clear of Macomb. [10/04/1876]
Died. In Grinnell, Iowa, Sept 17th, 1876, Willie H., son of G.W. and Amelia Parker, aged 8 mo. 'Darling little Willie sleeping, Beneath the autumn leaves; But he will waken by and by, When Jesus comes in glory, To gather home his sheaves. A priceless treasure God has taken, More precious here than gold, But when thus, he makes us sorrow, He clasps our darling in his arms, And takes it to his fold. A little bud transplanted, To a more genial clime, Where it shall bloom forever, With beauty all untold, Beyond the shores of time.
Died. At his late residence in Dekalb, N.Y., Oct 1st, 1876, after a brief illness, Mr. Ephraim Johnson at the ripe age of 76. The funeral services were held at his recent home on Tuesday A.M. at 11 o'clock, conducted by the Revs. C.M. Booth and R. Jones. The deceased was born in Franklin Co, Mass. Sept. 22d, 1800. At the age of 20 he embraced Christianity and was baptised into the fellowship of the Baptist Church. When 30 years old he came to Northern New York and settled upon the farm where he lived 46 years previous to his death. In life, appreciated and beloved by all who knew him, in death lamented as a worthy husband and father, an esteemed citizen, and a consistent Christian. To those who glory in the faith once delivered to the saints and who love the peculiar characteristics and distinctive features of Baptist doctrine, the recollection of his life as he led it will ever remain a solid endorsement. His was a life 'known and read of all men.'
Married. In Oxbow, Oct 15th, by Rev. J.R. Smith, Tunis Kipp, of Gouverneur, and Miss Jennett Young of Oxbow. [10/15/1876]
Died. In Antwerp, Oct 11th, of typhoid fever, Napoleon Lavar, in the 28th year of his age. Son-in-law of S.C. Merritt, of Gouverneur. [10/11/1876]
Died. Helmer. In Rossie, on the morning of May 9th, 1876, Francis Abiel, daughter of Mr. Abeil E., and Mrs. Sarah Helmer, aged six months.
Married. In Gouverneur, Jan. 15, by Rev. E.P. Weed, of Adams, A.M. Willis, of Carthage and Miss Ida S. Brown, of Gouverneur. [01/15/1877]
Married. In this town, Jan 24, by Rev W. Parsons, Mr. E. David (Davis?) Mix to Miss Clara L. Hills, both of Gouverneur. (Transcriber's note: these are great grandparents to me, and I believe should be E. Davis Mix, not E. David. Russ Sprague, Kensington, Md. 10/16/1994) [01/24/1877]
Died. In Fullerville, on Friday, Feb. 2d, Miss Effie Davidson, daughter of Freeman H. and Lucy A. Davidson, in the 19th year of her age. Miss Effie Davidson, who departed this life on Friday last, and whose Funeral services occurred on Sunday, with the Rev. Mr. Collins of Depouville, officiating, should recieve a public tribute to her excellence of character as a daughter, a sister, and a school mate; her purity of mind and daily life exerted that unobtrusive influence which won for her a place among the good women who hold the first rank in the defence of social virtue, as such she should be honored with tender and loving memory. A great sufferer, yet a patient endurer; uttering no complaint through months of fearful pain; full of thankfulness for every word of sympathy and every effort to lessen her distress; she presented an example of fortitude well worthy of admiratiion, founded as it was upon the perfect trust in the wisdom and goodness of God. Her attachment to father, mother, sisters, and brothers, and all her relatives and friends, was endearing and strong, and excited a fervent desire to remain with them, yet in the consciousness that this could not be, she was entirely submissive to the Divine will, and without a murmer awaited the dread fiat (?) in the cheerful confidence that she would meet her dear relatives and friends at the appointed time in the Spirit Land, 'over the river.' One that knew her well and intimately, offers this tribute to her memory in earnest sincerity and regard. [02/02/1877]
Died. In Hermon, Feb 5, Otis Earle, aged 45 years. [02/05/1877]
At Monroe City, Mo., Jan 17, 1877, Mr. Wm. Ashley, in the 85th year of his age. Again it becomes us to mourn the loss of one of Gouverneur's old and much esteemed citizens. Mr. Wm. Ashley, perhaps better known as Deacon Ashley, (illegible) in the full (illegible) Christian faith. Mr. Ashley came west about 20 years since, and came to this place 11 years (illegible).
Died. At Lisbon Center, July 1, Arzeena A., aged 9 years and 5 months; also, July 20, Zella E., aged 11 years and 7 months; also July 22, Carrie J., aged 2 years and 10 months, all of diptheria, daughters of John W. and Hannah Thompson, of said place. [07/01/1876]
Died. At Little York, August 15, Mr. Simeon Hazelton, aged 94 years. He was born in Upton, Mass., was married in Putney, Vt., and lived in St. Lawrence county 64 years. He has seven children (illegible) grandchildren, and 28 great-grandchildren, most of whom were present at his funeral. [08/15/1877][
Died. In Gouverneur, 22d inst., Judge B.F. Skinner, aged 84 years. [08/22/1877]
Married. In Richville, Dec. 30th, at the residence of the bride's parents, by Rev. David Jones, Mr. Joseph Kennedy, of Richville, to Miss Mary Jones of Hermon. [12/30/1876]
Married. Bailey-Conant. Mr. Luman Bailey, of Canton and Miss Mary E. Conant, of Hermon, at the house of Mr. James Kelly, Hermon, on the 21st inst, by Rev. J. Gardner. [01/21/1875]
Married. Crary-Taggett. In Pierpont, Jan. 13th, by Rev. Wm. Whitfield, Mr. Nathan C. Crary and Miss Della Taggett. [01/13/1875]
Married. Bignal-Brodie. In Buffalo, Jan. 6th, by Rev. Mr. Frazer, Mr. Wilbur A. Bignal, of Clinton, Iowa, and Miss Elizabeth Brodie, daughter of Joseph Brodie, Esq., of Edwards. [01/06/1875]
Married. Leonard-Brown. At the M.E. parsonage, in Philadelphia, N.Y., Jan'y 20th, 1875, by Rev. H. Hesselgrave, brother-in-law of the bride, Mr. Winfield S. Leonard, of Canton, N.Y., and Miss Malvina Brown, of Philipsville, Province of Ont.
Married. LaPatra-Lawton. At Dexter, Jan. 28th, 1875, by Rev. H.M. Dodd, Mr. Fred Lapatra and Miss Sarah Lawton, all of Dexter.
Married. Matteson-Ryder. At the residence of the bride's father, Joseph Ryder, by Rev. P. Burbour of Chaumont, Jan 27th, 1875, Mr. Lorenzo C. Matteson of East Hounsfield to Miss Cora M. Ryder of High Bridge, Lyme.
Died. At her residence, in West Carthage, January 27th, Ellen L., wife of Stoel W. Loomis, aged 31 years, 3 months, and 5 days. [01/27/1875]
Died. Clark. At her residence in Redwood, Jan. 27, 1875, Harriet M., wife of Chas. W. Clark, aged 47 years. Such was the bodily suffering of the deceased that her death would not have been a surprise at anytime within the last six years; yet she was spared to see two of her children in the bloom of adult age, and hopeful promise, pass before her to the tomb, while she in patient suffering and abiding Christian faith, waited her bright reward.
Died. Main. At Adams Centre, Jan. 29th, at 7 o'clock p.m., Orange H. Main, aged 38 years, 10 months, and 9 days. [01/29/1875]
Died. Babcock. At Clayton on the 29th inst., Tisdale Babcock, aged 52 years, 2 months, 14 days. Black Hawk county, Iowa papers please copy. [01/29/1875]
Died. Rice. In the town of Watertown, Jan. 29th, Jane, widow of the late Marcus Rice, aged 57 years, 10 months, and 11 days. [01/29/1875]
Died. Strong. On the 15th of January, in Visalia, Tulare county, California, Mr. Charles C. Strong, aged 42 years. The deceased was a native of Jefferson county (NY). [01/15/1875]
Died. Clark. In Rutland, Jan 27th, at the residence of her son Asa Clark, Mrs. Betsey Clark, aged 90 years and 4 days. [01/27/1875]
Died. Geniac. In this city (Watertown?), Jan 26th, at the residence of her father, No 4 Newell street, Hattie, daughter of Godfory and Louisa Geniac, aged 5 years, (illegible), and 21 days. [01/26/1875]
Married. LaVack-Loomis. On the 26th of October, in Philadelphia, Pa., by Rev. Father Dailey, Mr. Fred LaVack and Miss Obelina Loomis, both of Gouverneur, N.Y. [10/26/1876]
Married. (illegible)-Austin. At home. Nov 1st, 1876, by Rev. Charles S. Olmsted, D.D., Mr. Solon (illegible), of Fort Covington, N.Y. to Mary L. Austin, daughter of Jeremiah Austin, of Morley, N.Y. (note, groom's last name begins with 'St').
Married. Bolton-Havens. In Oswegatchie, Oct. 30th 1876, by Rev. J.M. Howard, Alonzo W. Bolton of Ogdensburg, and Mary L. Havens of Oswegatchie.
Married. Moore-McCarthy. In the M.E. Church, in Ogdensburg, Oct 26th, by Rev. F.H. Beck, Mr. Wilber S. Moore and Miss Sarah S. McCarthy, all of Ogdensburg, N.Y. [10/26/1876]
Married. In Gouverneur, N.Y., Dec. 4th, 1876, by the Rev. C.W. Parsons, Mr. John W. Barber to Miss Rosa Boscoe, both of Gouverneur.
Married. In Gouverneur, N.Y., Dec 6th, by Rev. C.W. Parsons, Mr. Eugene Sander to Miss Marsha J. Farmer, both of Gouverneur. [12/06/1876]
Died. In this village, at the residence of his brother, Alanson Hough, aged 77 years. Also, from page 19 of the scrapbook the following: Died. Hough. On Sunday morning, Dec 10th, 1876, at the residence of his brother Bela Hough, in Gouverneur, Alonson Hough, aged seventy-seven years.
Died. In this town, 10th inst., Maria E., widow of the late Geo. Hamlin, in the 49th year of her age. Funeral services were held at her late residence Tuesday, 2 p.m. Sermon by Rev. J.W. Putnam, of Watertown. [11/10/1876]
Died. In Gouverneur, N.Y., Nov 27th, 1876, George F. Bassett, the infant son of John and Libbie Bassett, of consumption, aged 18 months.
Died. In Richville, 12th inst., Lewis Jones, aged 22 years. [11/12/1876]
Died. In Hermon, N.Y., Dec 11th, of Diptheria, Miss Elva A., daughter of Chas. D. Woods. Aged 9 years and 9 months. 'Is it well with the child? And she answered, It is well.' [12/11/1876]
Married. Freeman-Langdon. In Canton, July 1st, by Rev. Dr. J.S. Lee, Mr. R.H. Freeman and Miss Clara A. Langdon, both of Crary's Mills. [07/01/1876]
Died. Barton. In Gouverneur, on Wednesday, the 4th inst., after a long and painful illness, Miss Sylvira Barton, in the forty ninth year of her age. [07/04/1875]
Died. Brown. At Edward, July 25th, Mrs. Mainie Brown, wife of Mr. Alvie Brown, in the twenty eighth year of her age. [07/25/1875]
Died. Grimshaw. In Canton, July 27, Levi Grimshaw, in the eighty fifth year of his age. [07/27/1875]
Died. Emerson. In Marshville, July 26, Mr. Cyrus Emerson, in the sixty fifth year of his age. [07/26/1876]
Married. Streeter-Prouty. In Gouverneur, October 27th, by Rev. E.P. Weed, Mr. John G. Streeter to Miss Prudence E. Prouty, both of Gouverneur. [10/27/1875]
Married. Bodman-Leary. In Canton, October 27th, by Father O'Driscoll, Mr. Charles Bodman to Miss Anna Leary, both of Gouverneur. [10/27/1875]
Married. Culver-Pierson. In Gouverneur, on the 28th inst., by Rev. W.W. Hunt, Mr. Wm. C. Culver to Miss Roxey A. Pierson, both of Gouverneur. [10/28/1875]
Died. Bebee. In Dekalb, October 19 of asthma, Mrs. Mary A. Bebee, aged sixty-two years.
Died. Burnette. In Dekalb, October 12th, of nervous fever, Lula Burnette, aged seven years. [10/12/1875]
Died. Ware. In Hailesboro, N.Y., July 18th, 1876, Fannie, wife of Mr. Jabez Ware, in the sixty-sixth year of her age. She gave her heart to God more than thirty years ago and united with the Baptist Church. She reared a large family of children, and it was her greatest pleasure to care for their temporal wants. Truly she was a good mother. She has left a large circle of friends, an aged companion and seven children to mourn her death. Rev. H.C. Harrington.
Married. Thornhill-Eustis. At the residence of Alex. McCloy, Oct 13th, by Rev. S. Nelson, Stephen Thornhill and Jennie E. Eustis. [10/13/1875]
Married. Petrie-Thornhill. At the same time and place (as Thornhill-Eustis, a Thornhill brother and sister married the same day), by the same, Horace Petrie and Helen M. Thornhill. [10/13/1875]
Married. Turner-Wortman. In Depeyster, Oct 7th, by Rev. Mr. Nichols, Jason Turner, M.D., of Heuvelton, and Louisa W. Wortman, of Philadelphia, Pa. [10/07/1875]
Died. Shattuck. In Gouverneur, Wednesday morning, the 20th, inst, Carrie E., daughter of Milo and C.E. Shattuck. Aged nineteen years. Funeral services at the residence tomorrow (Friday) at 1:30 P.M. [10/20/1875]
Married. Percy-Lawrence. In Ogdensburg, on the 22d inst., at the residence of H.R. Lawrence, Esq., by Rev. L.M. Miller, D.D., Mr. W.A. Percy, of Plattsburg to Miss A.A. Lawrence. [10/22/1875]
Married. DeMott-Lawyer. On Wednesday, September 15, by Rev. D.L.R. Libby, at the residence of the bride's father, Washington Lawyer, Mr. Isaac DeMott of Morristown to Miss Gertrude Lawyer of Macomb. [09/15/1875]
Married. Day-Parlow. In Macomb, Sept 23d, at the residence of the bride's father, by the Rev. Dewey, Mr. H.A. Parlow of Waddington, to Miss Clara L. Day. [09/23/1875]
Died. Doty (Dony?) At Rensselaer Falls, September 21st, Benoni T. Doty, aged seventy-eight years.
Married. Bowne-Powers. In Hammond, on Monday, the 20th inst, Willet Bowne, Esq., of Gouverneur, to Miss H. Powers, of Hammond. [10/20/1875]
Died. Hamlin. On Monday morning at his residence in Gouverneur, George Hamlin, in the forty-fourth year of his age. [10/15/1875]
Married. Ball-Brown. Yesterday afternoon at the home of the bride, by Rev. A.A. Adair, Archie Ball and Miss Anne Brown of Gouverneur. [10/15/1875]
Died. Derby. At Russell, N.Y., June 26, Edward D. Derby, aged fifteen years. [06/26/1875]
Married. Farmer-Hilts. In Richville, N.Y. Sept 9th, by Rev. C.M. Booth, Mr. F (illegible) Farmer to Miss Libbie Hilts, both of Fowler. [09/09/1875]
Married. Massaw-Cutway. (Kassaw-Cutway?) At the same time and place, by same (in Richville, Sept 9th by Rev. C.M. Booth), Mr. Joseph Kassaw and Miss Josephine Cutway, both of Hermon. [09/09/1875]
Died. Dodds. In Wegatchie, July 18th, 1876, Carrie Adelia, daughter of John and Charlotte Dodds, aged two years, eight months and twenty one days.
Died. Wheater. In Oswegatchie, July 23rd, Mary E. Wheater, wife of Charles L. Hydorf, of Morristown, N.Y., aged twenty-six years. [07/23/1876]
Died. In Ogdensburg, October 25th, 1876, Miles Manuel, aged twenty-five years.
Died. Farrell. At Madrid Springs, N.Y. October 26th, John Farrell, aged fifty-seven years. [10/26/1876]
Married. In Richville, on the 13th inst., by Rev. G. Cross, Mr. Henry A. Brought to Miss Lina Blair, both of Gouverneur. [07/13/1876]
Died. In Gouverneur, Friday 17th inst, of typhoid fever, Dr. A.M. Myers, in the 31st year of his age. [07/17/1876
Died. In Antwerp, July 14th, of consumption, Donnie E., son of Wm. A. and Sarah Good(illegible) and grandson of R.B. Baker of this town, aged 4 years, 9 months, and 2 days. 'Of such is the kingdom of heaven.' [07/14/1876]
Hunking. In the town of Hermon, St. Lawrence county, June 30th, 1876, Jacob Hunking, aged sixty-five years.
Died. King. In Gouverneur, Monday, May 8th, Mrs. Jane H. King, in the sixty-ninth year of her age. Mrs. King was born at Deerfield, N.Y. and came to Gouverneur about forty years ago. She enjoyed the respect and esteem of a large circle of acquaintences who mourn her departure. [05/08/1876]
Died. Forsythe. At Rensselaer Falls, April 14th, Amelia Forsythe, wife of Wm. Forsythe, aged thirty one years. [04/14/1876]
Died. Mr. John Marsh, an old and much respected citizen of Fine died at his residence on the 30th of (illegible - March or May). Mr. Marsh had long been (illegible) farmer. [05/30/1876]
Married. Butrick-Allen. In Saginaw, Mich., Dec 25th, by Rev. Stalker, Mr. W.H. Butrick, of Gouveneur, N.Y., and Miss Belle Allen, of Saginaw. [12/25/1876]
Married. Roberts-Klock. At Brier Hill, January 3d, by (illegible), Mr. James Roberts, of (illegible) to Miss Libbie Klock, of Brier Hill. [01/03/1876]
Married. Buffham-Lovegrove. At the bride's home in Potsdam, on the 13th inst, by Rev. H.A. Cornell, Mr. G.W. Buffham and Miss Celia H. Lovegrove, both of Potsdam. [01/13/1876]
Married. Howard-Hubbard. In Ogdensburg, on the 20th inst, by Rev. J.M. Howard, Henry B. Howard and Miss Mary E. Hubbard, all of Ogdensburg. [01/20/1876]
Married. Backus-Rankin. At the residence of Wm. Warren, Esq., Depeyster, Jan 18th, by Rev. Wm. M. Robinson, John W. Backus, of Heuvelton, and Miss Sarah E. Rankin, of Depeyster. [01/18/1876]
Died. Shippie. In Dekalb, December 15, 1875, of typhoid pneumonia, Chauncey A. Shippie, in the twenty-seventh year of his age.
Died. Lemieux. In Montreal, Canada, on the 19th inst., of typhoid pneumonia, of three days duration, Alphonso O. Lemieux, brother of Noah Lemieux, of Gouverneur. [12/19/1875]
Died. Fairchild. In Ogdensburg, January 19th, Edwin W. Fairchild, in the fortieth year of his age. [01/19/1876]
Died. In Gouverneur, January 15th of scarlet fever, William H. Stowell, son of Mr. and Mrs. Hiram Stowell, in the 7th year of his age. January 20th, of scarlet fever, Clarence N., son of Mr. and Mrs. Stowell, aged 4 months and 18 days; of the same disease, Henrietta M., daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Stowel, in the 13th year of her age. In the same month and of the same disease, Gilbert H., son of Mr. and Mrs. Hiram Stowell, in the 5th year of his age. [01/15/1876]
Married. In Dekalb, Jan'y 11, 1877, at the bride's parent's, by Rev. C.M. Booth, Mr. Harvey Daniels and Miss Polly Fluno, both of Dekalb.
Married. In this town, by Rev. N.J. Conklin, Dec 21, 1876, Frank M. Babcock and Miss Jennie Brown, both of Gouverneur.
Died. At Sprague's Corners, Jan'y 17th, Joel Sprague, aged 85 years. Also, from page 21, Died. Sprague. At Shingle Creek, Joel Sprague, on the 7th inst., aged eighty-six years. [01/17/1877]
Died. In Fowler, November 13th, 1876 (typo says 1776), Lena M., aged seven months and twenty days, daughter of Geo. W. and Anna E. Kelly. 'Ere sin could bight or sorrow fade, Death kindly came with friendly care, The opening bud to heaven conveyed, And bade it bloom forever there.'
Died. (transcriber's note, there were two obituraries for Amos Hildreth in close proximity on the same page (19) of the scrapbook). First follows: At his residence at "Rock Island," November 13th, Amos Hildreth, aged 88 years. Mr. Hildreth was born in Chesterfield, New Hampshire. In 1787 he moved to Herkimer with his parents. He was a soldier of the War of 1812, was married in 1819, and moved to St. Lawrence County, crossed the river in a boat, purchased 1,040 acres of land on the island near Hailesboro, and cut the first tree for clearing. About seven years ago he moved to Gouverneur. Second obiturary follows: Died. Hildreth. In Gouverneur, on the 13th inst, Amos Hildreth, in the eighty-eighth year of his age. Mr. Hildreth was born in Chesterfield, N.H., in 1789, and came from Herkimer county to St. Lawrence in the year 1819. He settled in what is now Hailesborough. He made the first clearing for a building that was made in Hailesborough, and also helped to cut the timber from what is now Main street, Gouverneur. Mr. Hildreth was a soldier in the war of 1812, and his many reminiscences of skirmishes between Sacketts Harbor and Ogdensburg were indeed interesting. He moved from Hailesborough to Gouverneur about seven years ago. His life has been a long and useful one, and he was remarkable for his nobleness of manner and quietness of disposition, as well as for his constitution, never having had any sickness until the spell which resulted in his death. He leaves a family of five children, and numerous grandchildren, most of whom are now citizens of Gouverneur. [11/13/1876]
Died. Turnbull. In Fowler, on the 15th instant, Mrs. Ann D. Turnbull, wife of Andrew Turnbull, in the sixty-fifth year of her age. [11/15/1876]
Married. Graham-Hazelton. In Edwards, N.Y., July 23d, by D.D. Geer, Esq., Henry Graham, of Pitcairn, to Miss L. Hazelton, of Fine. [07/23/1876]
Married. Haig-Hawley. At Madrid, July 13, 1876, by Rev. H.A. Cornell, Prof. John A. Haig, of Massena, to Miss Mary A., daughter of Rev. D. S. Hawley, of Madrid.
Died. DeMott. At the residence of her son-in-law, E.A. Northam, on Black Lake, Sunday morning, July 23d, Deborah DeMott, wife of Isaac DeMott of Morristown, aged sixty-seven years. [07/23/1876]
Died. Murdock. In Rensellear Falls, N.Y., July 28th, 1876, Lucinda, wife of Dr. T. Murdock, in the fifty-sixth year of her age.
Died. Nobles. In South Edwards, July 24, Everett Nobles, infant son of Benjamin and Jennie Nobles. [07/24/1876]
Died. Burdell. In Charleston, S.C., June 30, 1876, of typhoid fever, Helen McFalls Burdell, wife of T. Street Burdell, aged forty years and twenty-eight days. The subject of this memoir combined in beautiful symmetry the gentler virtues which win our love, and those noble and heroic qualities which dignify the character of woman and challenge our admiration. When a devoted husband and father was shorn of his manly strength by an incurable and wasting disease, the heroism, fortitude and self reliance of the noble wife and mother sprang from the bosom of gentleness and love to meet the emergency. Qualified by education and experience for the duties of teaching, she resolved to undertake the support of her family. With that natural pride and independence of character which shrinks instinctively from becoming a beneficiary upon the bounty of others, she bravely ventured to bear her heavy burden alone. Her highest earthly aspiration was to see her children educated according to her lofty ideal of Christian manhood. To this task she consecrated herself iwth an iron will and entire self-abnegation. It was evident to all that she had laid herself upon the alter of sacrifice, and that every day was adding fuel to the flames that consumed her precious life. When the raging fever seized upon her prostrate frame, it found her vital forces too far spent to resist the assaults of disease, or to furnish a hopeful basis for medical skill. Calmly and bravely she yielded to the will of Heaven, committing herself and her family into the strong and loving impress of her Saviour. She lived long enough to impress her noble character upon her sons, (the only daughter is taken while we write), and to develop a noble type of womanhood. While we recall her stately form, her countenance of more than ordinary beauty beaming with intelligence and cheerfulness, we shall cherish a lively remembrance of her example of Christian fortitude and sacrifice, rebuking our discontent and selfishness, and stimulating us to nobler and better lives. -- Charleston (S.C.) News.
Married. Shirtraw-Manary. At the Godard House, Richville, April 7th, by Rev. C.M. Booth, Mr. E. Shirtraw and Miss Ida M. Manary, both of Gouverneur, N.Y. No cards. (Canada papers please copy.) [04/07/1876]
Died. Reynold. On the 9th inst., of infalmmation of the lungs, Horace G., infant son of Philo S. and Stella Reynolds, of Perch River, N.Y. [04/09/1876]
Married. Smith-Hatmaker. At the residence of the bride's father in Syracuse, Nov. 30th, by the Rev. Therson Cooper, Mr. Clarence H. Smith, of Gouverneur, to Miss Barbara Hatmaker, of Syracuse. [11/30/1876]
Married. Ward-Barney. At the hotel of H.O. Mason, in Depeyster, Dec 4th, by Rev. W.A. Nichols, Mr. George Ward, of Macomb, and Malissa Barney, of Morristown. [12/04/1876]
Married. Allen-Miller. On Wednesday, the 13th inst., at Sandy Hill at the home of the bride by Rev. Mr. Jo(illegible) Mr. H.M. Allen, of Watertown, and Miss Emma F. Miller. [11/13/1876]
Died. Rogers. In Ogdensburg, Nov 28th, J. Henry Rogers, in the thirtieth year of his age. [11/28/1876]
Died. Judson. In Ogdensburg, December 11, 1876, Daniel W. Judson, aged thirty-nine years.
Died. St. Denny. At the residence of her daughter in Ogdensburg, December 4th, Mary, wife of Charles St. Denny, in her seventy-fourth year. [12/04/1876]
Died. Austin. In Stockholm, Dec 3d, Stillman Austin, aged sixty-two years. [12/03/1876]
Died. Hamlin. In Gouverneur, on Sunday, the 10th inst., Mrs. George Hamlin, in the forty-ninth year of her age. Rev. J.W. Putnam preached an impressive funeral sermon, basing his remarks upon Rev. XIV, chap (illegible), 13th verse; And I heard a voice from heaven saying unto me, write, Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth; yea saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labours; and their works do follow them. [12/10/1876]
Died. Ferguson. At Dekalb, on the 7th of November, 1876, after a painful illness of six week's duration, Amanda R., wife of Israel Ferguson, in the thirty-eighth year of her age. She bore an enviable Christian character and was for many years a member of the Congregationalist Church. She will ever be remembered by her friends for her gentle and charitable disposition, and her readiness to assist and aid the sick and afflicted. 'Dearest Amanda, thou hast left us, And thy loss we deeply feel, But it is God that hast bereft us, He can all our sorrows heal.'
Married. LaFlower-Shay. At the bride's home, Dec. 24, 1876, by Rev. N.J. Conklin, Joseph J. La Flower and Miss Elma L. Shay.
Married. Moore-McIntyre. In Ogdensburg, Dec. 21st, by Rev. F. H. Beck, Mr. Silas E. Moore, to Kate M. McIntyre, all of Ogdensburg. [12/21/1876]
Died. Simmons. In Ogdensburg, Dec 25th, Rhoda A. Simmons, in the eighteenth year of her age. [12/25/1876]
Died. Durrell. Suddenly, of heart disease, at his residence in Raymondville, N.Y., on the 18th inst., Enoch W. Durrell. [12/18/1876]
Married. Wanegar-Bean. At the residence of the bride in Ogdensburg, by the Rev. F.H. Beck, Dec 14th, 1876, Mr. Fred B. Wanegar, to Miss Amelia E. Bean, all of Ogdensburg, N.Y.
Married. Luvery-Hamilton. In Pierpont, Dec 4, by Rev. W. Whitfield, Mr. Roswell C. Luvery and Miss Elvira D. Hamilton. [12/04/1876]
Married. Christy-Shirwell. In Ogdensburg, on the 7th inst., by Rev. L. Merrill Miller, D.D., Charles Christy, to Miss Sarah Francis Shirwell, all of this place. [12/07/1876]
Died. Gillett. In Madrid, Dec 13th, Mr. Charles Jason Gillett, in the sixtieth year of his age. [12/13/1876]
Died. McKelvy. In Ogdensburg, Dec 16th, Alexander McKelvy, aged thirty-two years. [12/16/1876]
Married. Cox-Van Duzee. At Stanwix Hall, Rome, N.Y., Oct 13th, Mr. Robert L. Cox, of Canastota, N.Y., to Miss E. Lou Van Duzee, of St. Paul, Minn. Rev. J.H. Palmer, of Canastota, officiating. [10/02/1876]
Died. In Ogdensburg, on Friday, Oct 13th, Mrs. Kate Huff. [10/13/1876]
Married. Lanstrum-Eddy. At the residence of the bride's parents (illegible), Mr. F.A. Lanstrum of (illegible) to Miss M.G. Eddy, of Gouverneur. Rev. C.W. Parsons officiating. [10/15/1876]
Died. Jameson. In Ogdensburg, Sept 17th, 1876, Mr. Geo. W. Jameson, in the twenty-fifth year of his age.
Died. At Humboldt, Kansa, Sept 13th, Abagail Parker, wife of Norman Eastman, formerly of Ogdensburg, aged forty-six years. [09/13/1876]
Died. Dean. In Depeyster, August 8, 1876, Miron, son of Lorenzo D. and Emmeline Dean, aged twenty-three years.
Married. At the residence of the bride's mother, on Saturday Feb 12th, Mr. F.E. Kinney to Miss M.M. Swan, Rev. T.W.Barry officiating. Thanks for wedding cake. [02/12/1876]
Died. In this town, 7th inst., Abigal, widow of the late Reuben Stodard, in the 87th year of her age. [02/07/1876]
Died. In this town, February 14th, of Scarlet Fever, Francis A., only daughter of E.C. Loucks, aged 3 years, 8 months, age 7 days. [02/14/1876]
Married. At the residence of the bride's parents, Aug. 24th by the Rev. G.G. Dains, William H. Hull and Mattie E. Farmer, both of Hailesboro, N.Y. [08/26/1876]
Died. At the residence of his son-in-law, in Ontario, Wayne Co., N.Y., of consumption, Aug 4th, Deacon Russell Johnson, aged 74 years. Also, from the same page (19) of the scrapbook: Johnson. At the residences of his son, in Ontario, Wayne County, N.Y., Aug 5th, 1876, of Consumption, Deacon Russell Johnson, aged seventy-four years. The subject of the above notice was born in Coleraine, Mass., and was the youngest son of Lieut. Isaac Johnson. At the age of twenty he professed religion, and united with the Baptist church in Coleraine. (illegible) he was married to Miss Phebe Eddy, and (illegible) removed to Richville, where he spent the later part of his life. He was one of the first members of the Baptist church in Richville, which was organized in June 1834, and was there ordained Deacon in 1837. In this place he buried his wife, and was again married to Miss Abigail Van Duzee of Gouverneur. For a few years past he resided with his son in Ontario, N.Y. His sickness was protracted and his sufferings though severe were borne with resignation. He frequently expressed a desire to go home. Three of his children have gone before, five yet survive to mourn his loss. Two years since he followed his companion to the grave. One brother and sister remain of a family of eight. He was an esteemed citizen, warm friend, beloved brother, and a faithful laborer in the vineyard of the Lord. We mourn his loss, yet not as those without hope. 'Rest, dear brother, pain is o'er, Rest on the celestial shore; Yet a little while we linger, Then we'll meet to part no more.'
Married. Clark-Carr. At the residence of Bardine Clark, Gouverneur, Oct 24th, by Rev. A.I. Smith, Mr. Francis B. Clark, of Gouverneur and Miss Emogene J. Carr, of Dekalb, N.Y. [10/24/1876]
Married. Herring-Lockie. At the home of the bride, on the 19th inst., by Rev. N.J. Conklin, Mr. Wm. Herring and Miss Anna J. Lockie, all of Gouverneur. [10/19/1876]
Married. More-Martin. At the residence of the bride's mother, in Lisbon, Oct 12th, by Rev. R.C. Day, Mr. Rollin V. More, to Miss Arathusa Martin, all of Lisbon. [10/12/1876]
Married. Wilson-Brooks. At the residence of the bride's parents, Sept. 27th, by Rev. W.H.P. Allen, Mr. Geo. E. Wilson, to Miss Frances A. Brooks, both of Morristown, N.Y. [09/27/1876]
Married. Dean-Von Essen. At Georgetown, D.C., October 10th, by Rev. S.H. Howe, Mr. Robert A. Dean, of Norwood, N.Y., and Miss Jane Von Essen, of Georgetown, D.C. [10/10/1876]
Married. Clark-Hardgrave. At Waddington, on the 18th inst., by Rev. R.W. McCormick, Mr. Victor M. Clark, of Madrid, to Miss Maggie Hardgrave, of Waddington. [10/18/1876]
Died. McAvoy. In Ogdensburg, October 19th, 1876, Bridget, wife of John McAvoy, aged fifty-two years.
Died. Harrington. At Brasher Falls, October 8th, Claria Harrington, widow of the late Amasa Harrington, aged eighty-six years. [10/08/1876]
Died. Reed. At River Falls, Wis., Oct. 10th, 1876, Stephen W. Reed, aged thirty-eight years. The deceased was a resident of Massena Springs and started for the West in July with his family, thinking a change of climate would benefit him, his trouble being consumption, but it had progressed too far for a change of climate to effect a cure.
Died. Strough. At the residence of his son, Geo. H. Strough, in the village of Clayton, August 19th, 1876, Mr. Daniel Strough, aged eighty-one years, seven months, and four days.
Died. Boney. At Shingle Creek, Nov 14th, Mary Ann, daughter of Joseph and Julia Boney, aged six years. [11/14/1876]
Married. Dalzell-Dodds. In St. Paul's Church, Ogdensburg, Jan. 3d, by Rev. T.G. Clemson, Charles N. Dalzell, to Miss Annie M. Dodds, youngest daughter of Geo. Dodds, all of Waddington. [01/03/1877]
Died. Miner. In Russell, Jan. 8th, Minnie Frank, daughter of Hiram and Katherine Miner, aged six months. [01/08/1877]
Died. Hunkins. In Russell, Jan. 15th, Moses C. Hunkins, aged seventy-six years. [01/15/1877]
Died. North. In Hermon, Dec. 15th, Mrs. E.D. North, aged forty-four years. [12/15/1876]
Died. At Waddington, Dec 27th, Miss Sarah Redington, in the ninetieth year of her age. [12/27/1876]
Died. Thompson. In East Pitcairn, Robert Thompson, on the 17th inst. [12/17/1876]
Died. Rolph. In Fowler, January 7th, 1877, Mr. Stephen Rolph, in the forty-third year of his age.
Died. In this village, May 30th, of Neuralgia, Mrs. Polly C. Thompson, in her 84th year. Although several months have elapsed since the death of this good sister we can not forbear giving a few words in testimony of a life so singularly pure and good in all its details. Her life was truly one of suffering, being for many years afflicted with that terrible disease known in the olden times as 'ticdoleroux', and lately as neuralgia. For hours her sufferings were so intense as to call forth the most excruciating cries of pain. But never one murmer was heard from her lips, her only reply as friends anxious to ease her pain tried to sympathise with her , was 'I deserve it all.' Her loving trust in Jesus, her intense longing to depart and be with Him; and her pure and childlike faith in the promises contained in holy writ were characteristic of a life like hers. 'To her death had no sting, as she often exclaimed in broken accents between the intervals of pain 'Oh death, where is thy sting.' Her mind was a storehouse where had been laid away in hours of health so many precious passages of scripture, and so many portions of hymns which were peculiarly suited to her intense sufferings. On the last Sabbath of her consciousness when speaking to her daughter of the day she repeated these beautiful lines: 'Sweet is the day of sacred rest, No mortal cares shall seize my breast; Oh may my harp in tune be found, Like David's harp of solemn sound. Life to her was real and earnest and her early years were spent in efforts to do good to those about her both spiritually and temporarily. For 61 years she was a professed follower of Christ and a member of the Congregational church. Her efforts united with those of her husband Dea. Thompson in the Sabbath School cause in the early years of their married life were productive of much good. They having established one of the first Sabbath schools in Jefferson County. The towns of Champion and Wilna have witnessed results of the labors of these two faithful servants of the Lord who have both gone home to Glory. She was born Feb. 8, 1793, in Hartford, Washington Co., N.Y. In Nov. 1817, she was married to William Thompson. Three sons and one daughter were the results of their union. In 1864, as the infirmities of age came creeping on, this aged couple came to reside in Gouverneur with their daughter, Mrs. Chas. Heald, where she found many warm friends who will long cherish as a previous legacy the hours of friendly intercourse with her and the words of wisdom which fell from her lips. Her consistent life and her triumphant death are pleasant to remember, and those who loved to hold sweet communion with her when her sufferings would permit can only find comfort in the thought that for her is laid up a crown of glory which will grow brighter and brighter until its glory is lost in the everlasting day. [05/30/1877]
Died. Bond. In Gouverneur, on the 11th instant, Lottie, daughter of Ezra Bond, aged sixteen years. [05/11/1877]
Died. Killmer. In Gouverneur, on the 8th instant, Esther, mother of John and A.D. Killmer, aged eighty-five years. [05/08/1877]
Died. Parks. On Saturday, June 2d, at the residence of his father, Charlie N. Parks, aged fourteen years. [06/02/1877]
Died. Picket. On Sunday the 10th inst., Anna Lee, daughter of Horace Pickit, formerly of Edwards, N.Y., aged ten months. It was but a few weeks since Mr. Pickit and his wife, a daughter of Daniel Peck, Esq., of Gouverneur, left their adopted home in Purgus Falls, Minn., and with their little darling child, the idle of their hearts, came on a visit to relatives and friends in this county. Having visited friends in Edwards, where Mr. P. was engaged in the mercantile business for several years, his business affairs demanding his attention, the mother was left with her baby to enjoy her visit. But the tender little one was shorn from them and has gone home to dwell on the bright shining shores of joy, free from suffering. [05/10/1877]
Married. In Gouverneur, Nov. 6th, by Rev. C.W. Parsons, Mr. Joseph George to Miss Cornelia A. Graves, both of Gouverneur. [11/06/1877]
Died. In Watertown, Nov. 15th, Hon. Edwin Dodge, aged 75 years. Prayers at the residence of John Lansing, 5 Clinton St., Watertown, this Friday afternoon at 4:10 o'clock. Funeral services from the homestead, Gouverneur, on Saturday at 2 P.M. [11/15/1877]
Died. In this village, Friday morning, 16th, Jas. R. Bignall, aged 76 years. [05/16/1876]
Died. In Gouverneur, Nov 4th, Mary Jane, wife of Darius Carpenter, aged 33 years. [11/04/1877]
Died. In Richville, N.Y., 12 o'clock, Friday night, Nov. 2, 1877, at Mr. Alexander Clark's (his son-in-law's), Deacon David Brown, aged 90 years, 5 months, and 15 days. He was a native of New Hampshire and had been a resident in Richville some 30 years. Owing to extreme deafness his later years were lived comparitively alone, yet not alone, for he walked with God. In his 22nd or 23rd year he embraced Christianity and united with the Baptist Church in which he served as Deacon. He has written his own epitaph, and surviving friends may read it with profit. Mature in years, rich in faith, he came down to the evening of life's pilgrimage calmly and grandly, as a shock of corn fully ripe for the harvest. His funeral was largely attended, Sunday afternoon, at 2 o'clock, following, showing the warm place he had in the hearts of his many friends. Sermon by Rev. C.M. Booth from words selected by the Deacon in his life time, 'Weep not for me but weep for yourselves, and for your children,' Luke 23d, 28. By this, though dead, he yet speaks to surviving kindred.
Married. In Somerville, Oct. 29th, by H.R. Albro, J.P., Mr. Joseph Labardee to Miss Rosa Laflore, both of Gouverneur. [10/29/1877]
Married. In Albany, Oct. 15, at the residence of the bride's uncle, Henry Atkins, Esq. by the Rev. John W. Cooper, Alexander P. Simpson, of Gouverneur, N.Y., to Miss Fannie L. Adkins, of Albany. [10/15/1877]
Married. In Richville, at the house of the bride, on the 30th inst., by Rev. G. Cross, Dr. Stephen Personette, of Verona, N.Y., to Mrs. Mary H. Sanders, of the former place. [10/30/1877]
Married. On the 29th inst., at the residence of the bride's father, by the Rev. W.J. Clarke, Mr. William Merritt, to Margaret Jane, oldest daughter of Mr. James Gray, both of Flackville [10/29/1877]
Married. At the residence of bride's parents in Lisbon, Oct. 23d inst., 1877, by Rev. R.C. Day, Mr. Ansel Penney, of Dekalb Junction, to Miss Alzina McRoberts, of Lisbon.
Married. On the same day (10/23/1877), at the Woodman House, in this city, by Rev. R.C. Day, Mr. Charles L. Stevens, of Hermon, to Miss Abbie E. Haile, of Dekalb.
Married. On the same day (10/23/1877) at the residence of David A. Aldrich, in Lisbon, by Rev. R.C. Day, Mr. William Hicks, to Miss Annie Barrows, all of North Gower, Ont.
Married. In Chicago, at the Tremont House, Oct 16, 1877, by Rev. A. Blackburn, of Oak Park, assisted by Rev. S. Baker, of Wheaton, Rev. F.M. Smith of Bristol Ll.and Miss Aurlla Hockens, daughter of Andrew Hockens, of Dekalb, N.Y.
Married. On Wednesday the 24th inst., at Hammond, N.Y. by the Rev. D.A. Ferguson, Mr. Albert Rodger, to Miss Elizabeth Cuthbert, all of Hammond. [10/24/1877]
Died. In Gouverneur, on the 29th inst., Evaline, wife of Don C. Drake, aged 24 years. [10/29/1877]
Died. In this town, Oct 23d, of diptheria, Mary Olive, youngest daughter of Jas. and Mary Easton, aged 3 years and 26 days. [10/23/1877]
Married. On Tuesday, Oct 23d, 1877, by Rev. Dains, at Spencer's Hotel, Charles F. Hull to Stella L. Rhodes, both of Fowler.
Died. At Morristown, October 14th, Mr. Stephen Reese, aged 53 years. [10/14/1877]
Died. At Morristown, October 16th, Mrs. Philinda Day, in the 81st year of her age.
Died. At Lisbon Centre, Oct 22, 1877, Jennie S., daughter of John R. and Lottie M. Clark, aged 7 years, 4 months and 13 days.
Died. In Macomb, October 7, 1877, Mrs. Agnes Rutherford, aged 71 years and 5 months.
Died. Bill. At Ogdensburg, on the 14th of April, 1876, Mrs. James R. Bill, aged thirty-one years. The lady mentioned in the above paragraph came with her husband to this city about two years since. Of beautiful appearance, of due accomplishments and a frank hearty way, she in this short time had won a place in many hearts. It is doubtful if any lady in so short a time had won so many friends. In the early winter they commenced preparations for house keeping, and after having just become settled, her husband was called to the death bed of his mother. Leaving his wife on Monday morning in the best of health, he returned on Saturday noon to find her a corpse. Mrs. Bill was taken on Thursday evening with a slight illness at a neighbor's house but soon after, feeling better, she went to her own house, prepared for bed, and went to sleep from which she never fully awakened. Kind friends and skillful physicians were with her during the night, but no love, no care, could save her and she passed away about half past six o'clock on Friday morning. As soon as possible telegrams were despatched to her husband of her dangerous condition. He telegraphed back 'Is my wife alive?'. Oh, the suspense and suffering of that fond husband as he waited for the fatal answer, 'Your wife died this morning.' A long, long journey and such a meeting was before him. So utterly changed from his former expectations. Reader! you may imagine it, but you will never know anything about it until it is real to you. The promising future, the sudden death and the abscence of her husband are of the many distressing circumstances connected with the death of this estimable lady. The news sent a thrill through the community. It did not seem possible that she whom they saw at the openings Thursdays, whom they talked and laughed with, so full of enjoyment, should be in the arms of death the next morning. It was too true. After beautiful flowers had been strewn over her coffin by loving hands, after the man of God had spoken of the departed sister's virtues and given all the comfort in his power to wounded hearts, she was borne by sad relatives to her old home in Massachusetts to friends and relatives who knew her longer and loved her better - there to be laid by the side of a dear mother but just gone before, who in her last illnes received the care of a loving, Christian daughter.
Died. In Gouverneur, on the evening of the 17th inst., Gustavus N., son of Norman and Julia A. Mosher, in the fifth year of his age. [04/17/1876]
Died. Johnson. In Gouverneur, on the evening of the 14th inst., Mrs. Olive M., wife of Chas. B. Johnson, Esq., in the fifty-fourth year of her age. [04/14/1876]
Died. Hardie. In Macomb, Thursday, April 13th, at eleven o'clock, A.M., Mrs. Jennet Hardie, relict of the late Wm. Hardie, aged eighty-nine years. She was born in Perth, Roxburgh county, Scotland, April 11th, 1787. Was married to William Hardie, who died in Scotland, in Sept. 1855. In the year following her husband's death, she took a farewell leave of her friends and sailed for America, and while the national guns were joyously commemorating the remembrance of July 4th, 1776, the vessel in which she was a passenger sailed into New York harbor. Since her arrival in America she has spent the principal part of the time with her daughter, Mrs. Wm. Robinson, in Macomb, occasionally stopping for weeks at a time at her son's Mr. James Hardie, of Gouverneur. Her son George Hardie, Esq., of Waukegan, Illinois, arrived a few hours too late to see her in life. At the beginning of winter she began to show signs of feebleness and has since gradually continued to fail. She was confined to her bed the principal part of the time for several weeks preceding her death. As death drew near she many times would say, 'The Lord's will be done. I am ready.' And thus she died giving evidence to the last that Jesus was her all sufficient Saviour and would sustain her in the trying hour of need. She died in peace- in the full assurance of a glowing immortality beyond the grave. Not a shadow nor a doubt dimmed her bright mission of the future world. The funeral services were held at the residence of Wm. Robinson, Saturday, April 15th, at 10:00 A.M. Sermon delivered by the Rev. A. Adair, of OxBow from Revelations, 11th Chap. 13th Verse. His words were fitting and appropriately spoken, warning us well of our close proximity to death, the uncertainty of life and the great need of a necessary preparation. [04/13/1876]
Died. Cowen. In the town of Utica, Seward county, Neb., Dec 9th, 1875, Mary, daughter of John and Ruaina Cowen, aged twenty nine years, one month, and twenty-five days. Seven years ago the family moved west from the town of Macomb, stopping for some time in Michigan but finally moving to Nebraska where they (illegible) and have since resided. Through the merciful providence of God (illegible) has been called home, away from the (illegible) of earth and (as her dying sentiment expressed) to the happier regions of the blest. She died with the Christian's hope and her last words were thanksgiving and praise.
Died. In Gouverneur, April 23d, 1876, Mrs. Ermina Sackett Parker. The deceased was born in Washington County, this State, in 1796, and was at her death seventy-nine years of age. She came to this section of the state early in life as a teacher, became the wife of the late James Parker in 1819, with whom she lived fifty-six years, he preceding her to the upper home by a little more than one year, and as such wife became the mother of twelve children, eight of whom are still living. One year before her marriage, Mrs. Parker became a member of the Presbyterian Church in this place, in which communion she continued faithful until her death and was one of that congregation of worshipers the last Sabbath she spent on earth. A devoted, Godly and true mother in Isreal, loving and beloved, she has gone to her rest. Sweet and precious the memories of such mothers in the home and in the church. Christ says of such, 'Come ye blessed of My Father, inherit the rest prepared for you.'
Sudden Death. The death of Mr. Garrison, of Hailesborough, on Sunday night the 26th was very sudden and the circumstances attending it strange indeed. Sunday P.M. he was taken with a piercing pain in his stomach and at nine o'clock Dr. Maclean was summoned. Thirty minutes later the Dr. was at his bedside and Mr. Garrison was apparently well as ever, the pain having subsided. In a jocose way, the old gentleman remarked to the doctor that his visit was a fruitless one; the doctor replied that he might not be troubled any more and still he was very liable to be, and commenced preparing him some medicine. A moment later he turned to Mr. Garrison, and beheld him a corpse! [04/26/1876]
Married. Hilliard-Fosgate. At the residence of the bride's parents, on the 22d of January, Mr. Sidmore Hilliard, of Forrestport, N.Y., to Miss Celia Fosgate, of Watertown, N.Y. [01/22/1877]
Died. Mosher. In Gouverneur, Jan 20th, of scarlet fever, W. Lennie, only son of Kate and Evan Mosher, aged nine years. [01/20/1877]
Died. Stinson. In Watertown, Jan 24th, Mrs. Elmira Stinson, wife of Jerimiah Stinson, and sister of Mrs. A.N. Easton, in her thirty-eighth year. [01/24/1877]
Birth. Eaton. April 22d, in Gouverneur, to Mr. and Mrs. Geo. I. Eaton, a son. [04/22/1877]
Birth. Parsons. April 26th, in Gouverneur, to Rev. and Mrs. C.W. Parsons, a daughter. [04/26/1877]
Died. Pike. At Somerville, Sunday April 29th, Loren Pike, in the sixty-sixth year of his age. [04/29/1877]
Died. Laidlaw. At Wegatchie, Sunday, April 29th, Andrew S. Laidlaw, aged twenty years. He was a young man who had endeared himself to a large circle of friends by his upright Christian character. They are now bereaved at the loss of a loved one, taken off by the disease, consumption, in the bloom of manhood. His last words were those of comfort and cheer to those he leaves behind. [04/29/1877]
Died. Whitney. In Lisbon, Feb 23d, at the residence of her son-in-law, S. Collins, Mrs. Sarah Whitney, formerly of Potsdam, in the ninetieth year of her age. [02/23/1877]
In Memorium. Departed for the home of the angels, on Sunday, Feb. 25th, 1877, Mrs. Nancy Smith, in the seventy-ninth year of her age. Services were held on the following Wednesday, at the residence of her son, L.N. Smith, conducted by the Rev. Mr. Townly, pastor of the Baptist church, Gouverneur. The deceased was born in Washington county, Oct 25th, 1798. She came to Gouverneur with her parents in March, 1806. United with the Baptist church in 1816. She was an exemplary Christian and a good mother. Deceased was the last of the first settlers of Gouverneur. She often expressed a desire to cross the Jordan of death and be with the husband of her youth, and her children (a son and a daughter) who had gone before her. Her wish was that she might pass away on the Sabbath day.
Died. Backus. In Rossie, April 7th, 1877, Carrie S., daughter of George and Margaret Backus, in the fifth year of her age.
Died. Carton. In Massena, March 26th, of scarlet fever, Jessie, daughter of John and Mary A. Carton, aged twelve years. [03/26/1877]
Died. Cole. In Fowler, on the 10th inst., Sally, aged eighty-five years; wife of the late Ira Cole. Mrs. Cole is said to have been the first female teacher in the town of Fowler. [04/10/1877]
Married. In St. Paul's Episcopal church, Antwerp, Saturday evening, June 23, 1877, by the rector, Rev. Hugh Bailey, Mr. Hiram W. Hall and Miss Annis Sterling, daughter of A.P. Sterling, all of above named place.
Married. At the residence of the bride's father, Dr. E.G. Derby, on the 20th inst., by the Rev. J.H. Crum, Elijah D. Rich, of Richville, and Miss Libbie A. Derby, of Antwerp. [06/20/1877]
Died. In Gouverneur, July 6th, of typhoid pneumonia, Harvey, son of Harvey and Almira Martin, in the 19th year of his age. [07/06/1877]
Married. Lundermon-Winters. In Richville, N.Y., Aug. 30th, at the residence of Mrs. Sarah A. Doane, by Rev. C.M. Booth, Mr. Michael Lundermon and Miss Jennie Winters, both of Hermon, N.Y. [08/30/1877]
Married. At the Fuller House, Gouverneur, on the 25th inst., by Rev. C.W. Parsons, Mr. Joseph A. Day, of Hermon, N.Y., and Miss Ella A. Raven, of Macomb, N.Y. [08/25/1877]
Died. In Somerville, April 29th, Loren Pike, aged 67 years. [04/29/1877]
Died. On Saturday the 28th, in Lowville, of typhoid pneumonia, Mrs. Jennie Stephens, wife of Mr. L.E. Stephens, formery of this place. Her remains were interred in the family burying ground in the Gouverneur cemetery on Monday evening last. Her sister, Mrs. Nicholson, of this village, remarks that this is the 14th relative of hers who has been buried in that lot, and within about 30 days. - Plaindealer [04/28/1877]
Married. At the residence of Chancy Douner, Feb'y 27th, by Rev. R. Jones, Adam A. Link and Mary A. Murphy, both of Dekalb. [02/27/1877]
Died. In this village, Feb'y 25th, Mrs. Nancy Smith, in her 79th year. [02/25/1877]
Died. In this village, Feb'y 27th, Minnie O., wife of S.J. Jackson, aged 29 years. [02/27/1877]
Married. Higgs-Kiah. In Ogdensburg, at the residence of the bride's mother, January 2d, 1877, by Rev. F.H. Beck, James A. Higgs, of Montreal, to Luda M., second daughter of the late Capt. Francis Kiah.
Married. Turner-Ferguson. At Morristown, Jan. 4th, 1877, by the Rev. H.W.P. Allen, James A. Turner, of Ogdensburg, and Miss Fanny E. Ferguson, of the same place.
Died. Ralph. In Fowler, on the 7th inst., Stephen Ralph, aged forty-three years. [01/07/1877]
Died. Steadman. Died in Hermon, Dec 31st, 1876, Mrs. Laura Steadman, age 77 years.
Died. Dies. Died in Hermon village, Jan. 3d, 1877, Geo. H. Dies, in the 89 year of his age.
Died. Clark. In Ogdensburg, on the 5th inst., Ira Clark in the 81st year of his age. [01/05/1877]
Died. In Hermon, Dec. 9th, Mrs. Marla Clark, in the 75th year of her age. [12/09/1876]
Married. Drury-Parmelee. At the home of the bride, July 8th, 1877, by Rev. H. Ernst, Mr. Alfred C. Drury, M.D., of Harrisville, N.Y., and Miss Frank Parmelee, of East Pitcairn, N.Y.
Knox. In Russell, N.Y., June 29th, 1877, Mrs. Chester Knox, aged eighty years.
Married. In Rochester, Sept. 16, 1877, by the Rev. A.M. Towne, Mr. Hiram M. Greeley, of Rochester, and Miss Emma L. Blackburn, of Gouverneur, N.Y.
Married. In San Francisco, on the 17th inst., by Rev. James McElroy, D.D., John Dunbar to Mary H. Fitts, late teacher in Gouverneur Seminary, all of San Francisco. The presents from Gouverneur were valuable and tasty, particularly those from Mr. and Mrs. G.P. Ormiston. [09/17/1877]
Married. In Gouverneur, Sept. 18, by Rev. H.C. Miller, Mr. S.S. Trowbridge, and Miss Helen G. Utley, both of Watertown. [09/18/1877]
Died. In Russell, on September 14th, 1877, Dr. Joseph H. Gibbons, aged 62 years.
Died. In Gouverneur, on the 25th inst, Jacob Babcock, aged 51 years. [09/25/1877]
Died. Gardner. In Gouverneur, November 15, of dyptheria, Laura A. Gardner, daughter of Nelson D. and Harriett E. Gardner, aged 16 years and 2 months. [11/15/1877]
Died. Radway. In Canton, November 2, Richard Radway, aged 73 years. He was a native of England and the youngest of eleven children. [11/02/1877]
Died. At Crary's Mills, Potsdam, October 22, Mr. Rollin H. Freeman, aged 60 years. [10/22/1877]
Died. Sheldon. At the residence of John McNeil, Esq., Macomb, N.Y., Col. E.P. Sheldon, of Chicago, Ill., (of Bright's disease of the kidneys). Aged thirty-nine. Troy, N.Y., and Chicago, Ill., papers please copy. [10/15/1877]
Married. In Richville, on the 12th inst., by Rev. G. Cross, Mr. Harvey W. Jeffers to Miss Jennie L. Smith, both of Hermon. [10/12/1877]
Married. In Hermon, at the residence of Daniel Hills, the bride's father, on the 19th inst., by Rev. G. Cross, assisted by Rev. J.B. McCullugh, Mr. William C. Little, to Miss Mary D. Hills, both of Hermon. [10/19/1877]
Died. In this village, Dec. 17th, Mary Jane, daughter of John and Mary Plunkett, aged 6 years, 2 months, and 28 days. [12/17/1877]
Married. Fox-Houghton. At the residence of the bride's brother-in-law, Mr. W.D. Sewall, in Watertown, May 17, by Rev. J.J. Porter, D.D., Mr. H.S. Fox, of Gouverneur, and Miss Evehna Houghton, daughter of the late Prof. J. Dunbar Houghton, of Carthage. [05/17/1877]
Married. Wilson-Rogers. In Ogdensburg, March 22d, 1877, by Rev. H.W. Barnes, David E. Wilson and Eleanor S. Rogers, both of Hammond.
Died. Rowland. In the town of Morristown, St. Lawrence Co., N.Y., Feb. 22d, 1877, Homer Rowland, aged sixty-one years.
Died. Miner. In Russell, Sept. 10th, 1877, of cholera infantom, only son of Hiram and Catharine Miner, aged 3 years, 7 months, and 3 days.
Died. Bassett. In Gouverneur, on the 9th inst., Elizabeth, wife of John Bassett, aged thirty-three years. [09/09/1877]
Died. Clark. In Hermon, on the 9th of December, 1877, Mrs. Mahala Clark, aged seventy-five years. She leaves a husband seventy-nine years old, the oldest settler of Hermon.
Married. Brown-Bigarel. At the residence of Rev. E.O.Cook, Sprague's Corners, by the same, on Monday, Dec 24th, 1877, Horace Brown to Mrs. Jennie Bigeral - both of the vicinity of Sprague's Corners.
Married. Tiffany-Gotham. At the residence of Rev. R. Jones, Gouverneur, Dec. 24th, 1877, Mr. Levi Tiffany to Miss Lydia Gotham, both of Pitcairn.
Married. At the same time and place (apparently two brothers married two sisters, 12/24/1877 at the residence of Rev. R. Jones, Gouverneur), Mr. E. Tiffany to Miss Viola M. Gotham, both of Pitcairn.
Died. In Canton, at the residence of her son-in-law, Frank H. Cleaveland, Mrs. Ellsworth, formerly of Russell, aged eighty-(?). [12/24/1877]
Married. Daniels-Lovegrove. At Madrid, Dec. 26th, at the residence of the bride's father, by Rev. A. Blackman, assisted by Rev. Mr. Thompson, Mr. Will A. Daniels, of Waddington, and Miss Libbie Lovegrove, of Madrid. [12/26/1877]
Died. Dickson. In the town of Rossie, Dec. 31st, 1876, Margaret E., wife of A. A. Dickson, and daughter of S.C. Potter, Gouverneur, aged twenty-three years.
Died. Dixon. In Heuvelton, at the residence of her son-in-law, on the 4th inst., Margaret Dixon, aged seventy-two years. [12/04/1876]
Married. Doty-Murdock. At the home of the bride's father, Dr. T. Murdock, April 25th, by Rev. G.A. Rockwood, Mr. Noble E. Doty, and Miss Flora V. Murdock, both of Rensselaer Falls. [04/25/1876]
Married. McNeven-More. At Hammond, April 5th, by Rev. D.A.Ferguson, Mr. Daniel McNeven of Morristown to Miss Margaret More of Hammond. [04/05/1877]
Married. Mill-Briggs. At the parsonage of the First Congregational Church, Lisbon, April 12th, by Rev. R.C. Day, Mr. Simon F. Mill to Miss J. E. Briggs, all of Lisbon. [04/12/1877]
Married. McCuaig-Haile. At the residence of Wm. H. Dodge, Esq., Hermon, April 11th, by Rev. J.B. McCullough, Mr. Wm. H. McCuaig, of P.O. Dept., Ottawa, Ont., to Miss Ella F. Haile of Hermon. [04/11/1877]
Died. McCormick. At Norwood, April 10th, in the 6th year of his age, Edward, son of Patrick and Catharine McCormick. [04/10/1877]
Died. Gage. In Potsdam, March 26, at the residence of Dr. C.F. Cole, Miss Lucy Gage, aged 85. [03/26/1877]
Died. At his home in Dekalb, March 28, 1877, Francis Matteson, aged 73 years.
Died. In Sidney Centre, March 6th, Mrs. Elizabeth D. Parsons, wife of Rev. George Parsons, mother of Rev. C.W. Parsons, of Gouverneur, aged 66 y's. [03/06/1877]
Died. In Gouverneur, 5th inst., at the residence of his son, Mr. William McCloy, formerly of Ayrshire, Scotland, aged 76 years. [03/05/1877]
Died. Woodworth. At his residence in Macomb, on the 18th inst., David B. Woodworth, aged seventy-four years. [03/18/1877]
Married. Geer-Price. At the residence of Rev. S. Cooper, Pitcairn, N.Y. by the same, March 31st, Mr. Francis M. Geer and Miss Lillian Price, both of Pitcairn. [03/31/1877]
Married. Kay-Demmon. At the residence of W.J. Hunt, Russell, N.Y., March 21st, by Rev. J.H. McCullough, John Kay of Canton, and Lucinda A. Demmon of Russell. [03/21/1877]
Married. Wallace-Stevens. At the M.E. Parsonage in Hermon, March 26th, by Rev. J. McCullough, Thomas Wallace and Hattie A. Morris, both of Hermon. [03/26/1877]
Died. Christie. In LeRaysville, Jefferson county, March 26th, Hannah, wife of Simeon Christie. [03/26/1877]
Died. Hard. At the residence of her son-in-law, Mr. Benj. Olds, in Macomb, February 18, Mrs. Betsey Hard, in the seventy-third year of her age. [02/18/1877]
Died. Cowles. At Parishville, N.Y., March 17th, Isabel A., daughter of Charles D. and Abigail A. Cowles, aged eighteen years and five months. Also, at the same place, March 18th, George S., only son of Charles D. and Abigail A. Cowles, aged twenty-two years and three months. [03/17/1877]
Died. At Denmark, Iowa, August 24th, Samuel Wright, aged 65 years. Mr. Wright was formerly a resident of Gouverneur. [08/24/1877]
Died. In this town, September 8th, Mrs. Laura, widow of the late David Crawford, in the 82nd year of her age. [09/08/1877]
Died. In this village, on the 14th inst., of typhoid fever, John W. Coller, aged 37 years. [09/14/1877]
Married. Brown-Cartwright. In Pierrepont, January 26th, by Rev. Wm. Whitfield, Mr. Malcolm D. Brown, and Miss Joanna C. Cartwright. [01/26/1877]
Married. Graham-Roulston. At the home of the bride's father, Andrew Roulston, in Dekalb, January 23d, by Rev. G.A. Rockwood, Mr. William Graham and Miss Maria Roulston, both of Dekalb. [01/23/1877]
'Obituaries and Poetry Five Cents a Line. Notices of Death Free. Brown. In Fine, December 31st, 1877, Hannah E., wife of M.J. Brown, aged thirty-eight years.
Died. Knapp. In Fine, January 26, 1878, Henry, son of Zera Knapp, aged eight year.
Married. At the residence of the bride's brother-in-law, Dr. A.L. Cole, in Watertown, on Thursday, Sept (illegible), by the Rev. L.R. Brewer, Mr. Byron N. Scot(illegible) Black River, and Miss Sarah E. Wait, daughter of the late Dr. Samuel C. Wait, of Gouverneur. [09/15/1877]
Died. In Rossie, September 2, Mr. John Lockie, aged 73 years. [09/02/1877]
Died. Saturday, Sept. 8, of diptheria, Sabra, youngest daughter of Betsey and Holmes Booth, of this village, aged 14 years and 6 months. [09/08/1877]
Died. Wednesday, September 12, Hattie, only daughter of Celia and Byron Booth, of this village, aged 14 months. [09/12/1877]
Died. The following lines are sacredly inscribed to the memory of Andrew Fleming, who died Saturday morning, Nov. 24th, 1877. Written by his old schoolmate, Geo. H. Robinson: On the better shore he lingers, 'Neath the golden palm tree's shade, Where all beatific visions, Swell the tide of heavenly grace. No more sorrows, no more trials, In that blessed land of light, all is pure, untainted, Holy, Joy dispels the hour of night. There amidst the joys of Heaven, With his Savior on the Throne, Sings the blessed Holy Anthems, Praising God forever more. God in mercy still beholds us, All to Him who will make known, How they suffer sinful anguish, Lovingly he bids them come. I have grace and mercy plenty, Faith and love I'll freely give, Come up higher - Jesus calls you, Come, Oh sinner come and live. Oh! Accept this proffered mercy, Freely offered to you all; Join the band to Heaven marching, Grasp the standard lest you fall. Macomb, Jan 21st, 1878
Married. Pritty-Thompson. In this village, May 18th, 1895, by Rev. James A. Dickson, James S. Pritty and Miss Mary Ella Thompson, both of Gouverneur.
Married. Bohall-Armstrong. At the residence of Abner A. Armstrong, at DeGrasse, May 20th, by Rev. Carey T. Sevell, Leon Elmore Bohall, of Watertown, and Miss Edna Mabel Armstrong. [05/20/1895]
Died. Morgan. At his home in this village, May 21, Marshall R. Morgan, aged 41 years. [05/21/1895]
Died. Marshall. In Ogdensburg, May 17, 1895, William H. Marshall, aged 86 years.
Married. In Somerville, May 25, by the father of the bride, at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. Wallace S. Foster, of Antwerp, to Miss Emma F. Crowley, of Somerville. (transcriber's note: records from 1877 and 1895 are on same page of scrapbook - this marriage could be from either year - I believe it to be from 1895. RWS 11/2/1994)
Married. At Sprague's Corners, June 9th, by Rev. O.F. Nicholls, Frank Thomas and Miss Ettie Flung, both of Antwerp.
Died. In this village, 10th inst., Anna Lee, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. Pickett, (formerly of Edwards), granddaughter of D. Peck, aged 10 months. [05/10/1895]
Died. In this village, at the residence of her son, Mr. John Killmer, Mrs. Esther, widow of the late William Killmer, aged 84 years, 11 months, 27 days. [05/15/1895]
Died. In this village, 14th inst., Sylvanus Cone, aged 86 years. [05/14/1895]
Notice. John Harlen or any other man is hereby forbidden harboring or trusting my wife, Mary (Row) Stanton, on my account. I shall pay no debts of her contracting after this date, as she has left my bed and board without just provocation. Gouverneur, 14, 1877. Daniel Stanton - Transcriber's note - no month was printed in the original notice. The items closest to this notice are from May of 1877.
Married. At Spencer's Hotel, in Gouverneur, N.Y., Jan. 1st, 1878, by Rev. G.G. Daines, Sumner M. Gillet, and Sara A. Cross, both of Fowler.
Married. At the same place (Spencer's Hotel, Gouverneur, N.Y.) on Jan. 2d, 1878, by Rev. G.G. Daines, Milard E. Farmer of Fowler and Nellie Bates of Gouverneur.
Died. At St. Paul's Rectory in Waddington, on Tuesday, Jan. 1st in the 74th year of her age, Sarah Meredith Ogden, relict of the late Isaac Ogden and daughter of the late William Meredith of Philadelphia. [01/01/1878]
Married. In Wegatchie, Feb. 20th, by Rev. J.R. Smith, Robert Smith, Jr., of Gouverneur, to Miss Isabella V. Crossman, of Rossie. - Also, from page 25 of the scrapbook, 'At the hotel in Wegatchie, N.Y., Feb 20th, 1878, by Rev. J.R. Smith, Mr. Robert Smith, Jr., of Gouverneur to Miss Isabella V. Crossman, of Rossie.
Died. In Fowler, Sunday morning, March 3d, of diptheria, Harry, son of C.L. and Mary Wight, aged 2 years and 4 months. [03/03/1878]
Died. In Macomb, Feb. 23d, John Lockie, aged 23 years. [02/23/1878]
Married. Bassett-Marcy. In Russia, N.Y., August 8, 1878, at the residence of the bride's father, by the Rev. A.J. Barrett, of Rochester, N.Y., Prof. A.J. Bassett, of Gouverneur, N.Y., and Miss Josie M. Marcy, of Mohawk, N.Y.
Married. In Hailesboro, at the residence of Mr. B.F. Coffin, April 6, by Rev. J.L. Lee, Mr. George M. Burgess, and Miss Emma A. Coffin, both of Hailesboro. (See also entry for George S. Burgers). [04/06/1878]
Died. At OxBow, April 3d, Alexander Laidlaw, aged 62 years and 26 days. [04/03/1878]
Died. In this town, April 14th, 1878, of Scarlet fever, Hattie May, the last and only remaining child of Dr. O.H. and Minnie B. Blandin, aged 2 years one month and 29 days. Baptist Examiner and Chronicle please copy. (see also record number 1694, death of Nellie A. Blandin on 3/17/1878)
Died. In Canton, April 8, of Erysipelas, Mr. Jacob R. Howard, late of the firm of Howard & Wheelock, aged 73 years. (a second obituary repeats this and mentions that Mr. Howard is formerly of Felts Mills, RWS 11/15/1994). [04/08/1878]
Died. Kingsbury. In Richville, N.Y., January 3, 1878, after a brief illness, Mr. Liba W. Kingsburg, aged eighty-five years, two months and twenty-two days. Deceased was born in Boonville, Oneida county, N.Y. At the age of forty he experienced religion, and with his wife was united with the Baptist Church. In subsequent years he removed to Gouverneur, N.Y., and there identified himself with the same religious faith. The last nine years of his life were spent with his daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. G.H. Austin, and his last spirtual home was in the Richville Baptist Church. He was a quiet, unassuming man, but one who will be greatly missed for his sterling worth as a good citizen and an earnest Christian. He illustrated his faith by his works. He lived long and died (illegible). - transcribers note: the original obituary has 'Kingsburg' and 'Kingsbury' as this person's last name. - also note, a third copy of his obituary refers to him as Ziba W. Kingsbury - this copy of his obituary has a legible ending: 'He lived long and died happy and has entered into rest. His funeral sermon was preached from Heb. 4-9, 'There remainith therefore a rest to the people of God.' RWS 11/6/1994
Died. Rutherford. In Gouverneur, March 13th instant, Thomas E. Rutherford, aged forty-two years. [03/13/1878]
Died. McAllaster. In Gouverneur, March 20th, Julia M., relict of Joseph E. McAllaster, and daughter of Col J.M. Spencer. Aged thirty-six years. [03/20/1878]
Died. Bolton. In Gouverneur, March 8, Mrs. Adah Bolton, relict of the late Joseph Bolton, and mother of E.P. Bond, in her eighty-eighth year. Deceased had been a resident of this town for fifty-three years. [03/08/1878]
Married. Lytle-Colvin. At Norwood, N.Y., March 27th, at the residence of the bride's mother, by Rev. G.H. Rowley, Mr. Hiram W. Lytle of Stockholm and Miss Anna Colvin of Norwood. [03/27/1878]
Married. Clarkson-Dawson. In Lisbon, March 27, by Rev. A.S. Wightman, Mr. Henry D. Clarkson of Ogdensburg and Miss Emma Dawson of Heuvelton. [03/27/1878]
Died. Shear. In Norwood, March 29th, of consumption, Elizabeth, wife of Geo. H. Shear, aged thirty-six years. [03/29/1878]
Died. Johnson. In Dekalb, March 26th, after a painful illness of two year's duration, Euphemie, wife of James Johnson. Mrs. Johnson bore her suffering with a Christian fortitude, and without a murmer. She was a constant reader of the bible, and on nearing her rest, exclaimed, "rejoice for me when I am gone." A kind neighbor, a devoted wife and a loving mother have gone from our midst, and numerous friends mourn her loss. [03/26/1878]
Married. In Hailesboro, at the residence of Mr. William Kentfield, July 1st, by Rev. J.S. Lee, of the Canton Theological School, Rev. Donald Fraser, pastor of the Universalist Society of Hailesboro and Miss Mary Jane Parker, of Hailesboro. [07/01/1878]
Married. Kirkland-Rice. In Gouverneur, May 9th, by E.T. Herrick, Esq., Mr. John Kirkland to Miss Sarah Rice, both of Edwards. [05/09/1878]
Married. In Bassein, Burmah, May 14, 1878, by Rev. Mr. Carpenter, Mr. M. Jameson to Miss M.E. Walling, formerly of Gouverneur.
Married. Richardson-Fuller. Apr. 29th, by Rev. H.C. Townley, at the residence of H.L. Hubbard, Gouverneur, Mr. M.M. Richardson to Clara E. Fuller, both of Lowville, Lewis Co., N.Y. [04/29/1878]
Married. Bagley-Dixon. In Massena, Apr. 10th, by Rev. O. Place, of the Congregational Church, J.B. Bagley to Eliza Dixon. [04/10/1878]
Died. McCormick. In Lisbon, Thursday, Apr. 25th, 1878, John McCormick, aged 79 years.
Died. Turner. In Morley, April 11th, 1878, of meningitis, Clara E., only daughter of Dr. A.R. and Mrs. E. Turner, aged 3 months and 25 days.
Died. Reed. In Gouverneur, April 23d, David A. Reed, grandson of David Price, in his fourth year. [04/23/1878]
Died. Flitcroft. In the town of Rossie, Apr. 21st, 1878, Sarah, daughter of William Flitcroft, aged twenty-seven years.
Died. Minnick. In Gouverneur, April 30th, Minnie May, child of C.B. and Harriett Minnick, aged five years. [04/30/1878]
Died. Taitt. At Paxton, Mass, on the 29th of April, 1878, Minnie Allison, daughter of James D. and Mary Taitt, aged five months and ten days.
Died. On April 30th '78, Daniel Falvey, aged eight years and five months, son of Mr. John Falvey, of Rossie. [04/30/1878]
Married. Taylor-Drake. On Feb. 6th, 1878, at the bride's father, by Rev. H.C. Townley, Mr. James Taylor, of Rossie, to Miss Hattie A. Drake, of Gouverneur.
Married. Price-Nichols. In Gouverneur, Feb 6th, at the residence of the bride's father, by Rev. O.F. Nichols, Mr. John E. Price to Miss Electa Nichols, all of Gouverneur. [02/06/1878]
Died. Bacon. Maggie E., daughter of W.P. and Catherine Bacon, aged eight years, at Park City, Utah, January 30, 1878, formerly of Rossie, N.Y.
Died. Thrall. In Gouverneur, on Saturday morning, the 23d instant, A. Beach Thrall, aged fifty-three years. [01/23/1878]
Died. Lashbrooks. In Gouverneur, Feb. 18th, James Lashbrooks, aged seventy-one years. [02/18/1878]
Died. Egert. In this village, Feb. 22, at the residence of his son-in-law, W. Boardman, Jacob Egert, father of Mr. A.S. Egert, aged seventy-six years. [02/22/1878]
Died. Payne. In Wegatchie, St. Lawrence county, N.Y., Feb. 12, 1878, Benjamin Payne, aged eighty-six years and seven months.
Died. French. In South Hermon, on the 20th inst., Mrs. Sophia C. French, wife of Marcus D. French and daughter of Cephas and Clarisa Leonard, aged thirty-four years. [02/20/1878]
Married. Davies-Murton. Sept. 5, 1878, Mr. Griffith Davies of Richville, and Miss Emma E. Murton of Macomb, by the Rev. David Jones, Richville, at his residence.
Died. Morrows. At Edwards, N.Y., August 21st rlt., Mrs. Annie, wife of James Morrows, aged 49 years. [08/21/1878]
Died. Matthews. At Ogdensburg, Sept. 1, Cyrus S. Matthews, aged 63 years. [09/01/1878]
Died. Peterson. September 9, of cholera infantum, Vinnie M., son of Frank and Maud Peterson, Gouverneur, aged 8 months. 'Fold the little hands, so wax-like, On the life quench'd baby breast -, Weep, but while you weep remember, Naught can mar thy darling's rest. Sweetly sleeps he on Christ's bosom, Safe from sin, from sorrow free, For exclaimed the blessed Saviour, 'Suffer such to come to me!' [09/09/1878]
Married. Burgers-Coffin. In Hailesboro, April 6, by Rev. Dr. J.S. Lee, assisted by Rev. Donald Fraser, Mr. George S. Burgers and Miss Emma A. Coffin - daughter of Mr. B.F. Coffin, both of Hailesborough. - Note - see also entry for George M. Burgess which is apparently same notice. (RWS 11/15/1994) [04/06/1878]
Died. Clifton. In Gouverneur, May 13th, Jennie, aged twenty-nine years, wife of J.W. Clifton. [05/13/1878]
Married. Stammer-Tyner. At Dekalb Junction, March 13, 1878, by Rev. A.L. Smith, Warden Stammer, of Russell, N.Y., to Louisa I. Tyner, of Canton, N.Y.
Married. Churchill-Starkes. At Brasher Falls, February 26, by Rev. J.L. Waugh, Henry W. Churchill to Mrs. Maria Starkes, all of Brasher Falls. [02/26/1878]
Married. Faulkner-Rockwood. March 5th, at the residence of Hon. P.W. Rose, in Parishville, by Rev. O.W. Moxley, Mr. Charles G. Faulkner, of Hopkinton, to Miss Ettie M. Rockwood, of Parsishville. [03/05/1878]
Died. Merrithew. In Dekalb, March 1st, John Merrithew, aged eighty-one years. [03/01/1878]
Died. Collins. In Colton, N.Y., February 27, 1878, Herbert, infant son of Philander and Emma Collins, aged sixteen months and two days.
Died. Clark. In North Russell, March 7th, of dropsy, Miss Rhoda A. Clark, aged seventy-eight years. Another notice reads, In North Russell, on the 8th of March, 1878, Rhoda A., aged seventy-nine years. (from page 29 of the scrapbook).
Died. Pritchard. In Stockholm, March 2, 1878, of scarlet fever, Elbia, only son of George and Emma Pritchard, aged six years, one month, and seventeen days.
Died. In Coopersville, on the 12th instant, of scarlet fever, Mina, only child of Perry and Emma Cross, aged two years and three months. 'Sweet Child! Now an angel in heaven's bright bowers, On pinions of radiant light. She bathes in the incense of immortal flowers, With ever increasing delight. O, trust in the Savior, his promise is sure, And ever be calmly resigned; Ere long with your Mina, angelic and pure, In Heaven your treasure will find.' [03/12/1878]
Died. Griswold. In Canton, of scarlet fever, March 11th, Clara E., aged seven years; March13th Willie L., aged five years - children of Louisa Griswold. [03/11/1878]
Died. Smith. In Canton, N.Y., March 13th, 1878, Eliza Smith, wife of Daniel H. Smith, aged sixty-eight years.
Died. Powers. In Canton, N.Y., March 14, 1878, Mrs. Charlotte Jane Powers, wife of Joseph C. Powers, aged sixty-three years.
Died. Blandin. In Gouverneur, March 17th, of scarlet fever, Nellie A., daughter of Dr. O.H. and Minnie B. Blandin, aged eight years. (see also record number 1584, death of Hattie Blandin)
Died. Weaver. In Brownville, Jefferson county, August 29, of heart disease, Philip Weaver, aged 59 years and 11 months. [08/29/1878]
Died. Hazelton. At Walnut Ridge, Lawrence county, Arkansas, July 12, Simeon Hazelton aged 67 years. The deceased was the third son of the late Simeon Hazleton of Fowler. He removed from that town to Cooperville, Mich., in 1863 and engaged in the gardening business there for many years where he was well known and esteemed. After the death of his wife, in 1878, his health and business began to decline, and last spring he migrated to Arkansas, where he fondly hoped to find a better country. His hope was realized, for he died in the belief that he should live in a nobler and far more perfect form of existence. His old friends in this part remember him as a thouroughly upright and truly honest man - a dutiful son, a loving father, and a conscientious friend. He filled all the offices of life in an honorable and exemplary manner. [07/12/1878]
Births. Bowman. In Gouverneur, Oct. 17th, to the wife of Clark Bowman, a daughter. [10/17/1878]
Died. Austin. In Russell, at the residence of her brother, Rev. L.S. Baker, of pneumonia, Mrs. Alzina M. Austin, of Gouverneur, aged sixty years. [10/15/1878]
Died. Quackenbush. In Gouverneur, Oct. 17th, Clarissa S., wife of Peter Quackenbush, aged sixty-three years. As a wife and mother the deceased was faithful and tender; as a neighbor, social; to the unfortunate, sympathetic and charitable; beloved by all who knew her, and having been a consistent and faithful member of the Presbyterian Church for forty-nine years, she departed this life in the full triumphs of Christian faith, to be received at the right hand of her Heavenly Master. [10/17/1878]
Married. Jan. 1, at the home of the bride, by Rev. C. Phelps, of Rensselaer Falls, Peter Gray, Esq., and Augusta M. Ferguson, all of Dekalb. [01/01/1878]
Married. In Antwerp, Jan. 1, by Rev. C.H. Guile, pastor, M.E. Church, Roswell F. Barden, of Lafargeville, and Miss Mary E. Gardner, of Gouverneur. [01/01/1878]
Married. In Canton, January 1st, 1878, by Rev. James Gardner, Mr. N.E. Brown, of Weils (Wells?) River, Vt., and Mrs. L.J. Crawford, of Gouverneur, N.Y.
Married. On the 2nd inst., in the Presbyterian Church, Rossie, Rev. D.A. Ferguson, pastor of the Presbyterian Church Hammond, and Miss Salina B., daughter of W.W. Leonard, Esq., an elder of the former church, by Rev. Jas. Gardner, Canton, assisted by Rev. A. Adair of Oxbow. Thanks for wedding cake. [01/02/1878]
Died. In Cincinati, Ohio, Dec. 26, 1877, of brain fever, Stewart Swan, only child of C.A. & Ella M. Daniell and grandson of Mrs. G. Swan of this village, aged 5 years and 5 months.
Married. At the residence of Mr. A.G. Gillette, Feb. 12th, by Rev. C.W. Parsons, Mr. William Stevens, to Mrs(?) Katie D. Koon, all of Gouverneur. Our thanks for a generous supply of wedding cake. [02/12/1878]
Died. In Canton village, on Tuesday, Feb. 12, of membranous croup, Clara J. Nickleson, daughter of Charles Nickleson, at the age of thirteen years and six months. The remains were brought to Gouverneur for interment. [02/12/1878]
Died. McClurg. In Westfield, N.Y., Feb. 5, 1878, Mrs. Ardelia McClurg, aged 59 years. Mrs. McClurg was the widow of the late James McClurg, to whom she was married about twenty-five years ago. She was the daughter of Dr. John Spencer of Gouverneur, a brother of the late Dr. Silas Spencer of this place. Her first husband was Rev. Mr. Burnside, an Episcopalian clergyman who was a collegiate professor for many years. Mrs. McClurg was a talented and highly educated woman, and for years was a sucessful teacher in prominent schools. Deceased was a sister of J.M. Spencer of this villlage.
Married. Beardslee-Rhodes. At the home of the bride, in Gouverneur, Nov. 6th, by Rev. H.C. Townley, Mr. O.H. Beardslee and Miss Olive E. Rhodes, both of Gouverneur. [11/06/1878]
Died. Viancore. In Gouverneur, Oct 31st, 1878, Francis Viancore, aged seventy-two years. 'The tired hands are folded, Across her peaceful breast, And she, whose life is ended, Has gained a heavenly rest.'
Married. Gill-Bennett. At the home of the bride in Somerville, by the Rev. O.F. Nichols, on Sept. 24th, Wm. C. Gill, of Philadelphia, N.Y. to Miss Ida M. Bennett, of Antwerp. [09/24/1878]
Births. Griffiths. In Richville, Sept. 26th, to the wife of Thomas P. Griffiths, a son. [09/26/1878]
Births. Cox. In Gouverneur, Sept. 30th, to the wife of Mr. Frank L. Cox, a son. [09/30/1878]
Births. Allen. In Watertown, Sept. 23d, to the wife of Mr. A.M. Allen, a son. [09/23/1878]
Died. Larock. Near Hailesboro, Sept. 25th, Peter Larock, in the 84th year of his age. [09/25/1878]
Cox. In Watertown, Oct. 5th, to the wife of Mr. Robert L. Cox, a son. [10/05/1878]
Died. Warren L. Winslow, a native of Hermon in this county, aged 35 years, died recently in Colorado, where he had gone for the benefit of his health. [10/15/1878]
Married. Dodds-Johnson. At the residence of the bride's father, on November 12th, by the Rev. H.C. Townley, Mr. Geo. M. Dodds, of Gouverneur, to Miss Ruie Johnson, eldest daughter of G.G. Johnson, of Fowler. [11/12/1878]
Married. Goodenough-Sprague. At the M.E. Parsonage, Nov 20th, by Rev. C.W. Parsons, Mr. Chas. E. Goodenough, to Miss Mary E. Sprague, both of Fowler. [11/20/1878]
Married. Sweet-Collins. At the same time and place and by the same (same as Goodenough-Sprague, m by C.W. Parsons 11/20/1878 at the M.E. Parsonage) Mr. Semour Sweet to Miss Hattie Collins, both of Fowler.
Married. Haile-Hildreth. At the residence of the bride's father, Amos Hildreth of Gouverneur, on Nov. 5th, 1878, Mr. N.T. Haile, of Niles, N.Y. to Miss Stella A. Hildreth, of Gouverneur, Rev. R. Jones, officiating.
Died. Collins. In Rossie, Nov. 19th, Daniel Collins aged 66 years. [11/19/1878]
Died. Beardslee. In Gouverneur, on the 22nd of November inst., Dr. Ebenezer Leavenworth Beardslee, aged 84 years and 10 months. [11/22/1878]
Married. Griffin-Rowley. At the residence of John Griffin, Nov. 13th, by Rev. W.S. Kelley, Mr. W.H. Griffin to Miss Cora Rowley, both of Gouverneur. [11/13/1878]
Married. Higgins-Drury. At the residence of the bride's parents, on Wednesday Oct. 6th, by Rev. D.A. Ferguson, Mr. J. Patrick Higgins, of Hammond, and Miss Emma R. Drury, of Rossie. [10/06/1878]
Died. Stowell. In Heuvelton, suddenly, on the 23d of Oct. Mrs. Lucretia Stowell, wife of Jno. Stowell, of Gouverneur, aged 56 years. [10/23/1878]
Died. Bullard. In Gouverneur, Oct. 25th, 1878, Fitz Henry Bullard; aged 56 years.
Died. Dickinson. In Pitcairn, N.Y., November 1, Justin Dickinson, aged 81 years. Mr. Dickinson was one of the oldest residents of the town, and was a pensioner of the war of 1812. [11/01/1878]
Died. Witt. In Rossie, Nov. 10th, of consumption, Charles Witt, aged 55 years. Funeral services by Rev. M. Merriman. [11/10/1878]
Married. Tann-Barker. On Dec. 4th, 1878, at the residence of the bride's parents, in Macomb, by Rev. R.F. Whipple, Mr. Geo. A. Tann, of Heuvelton, N.Y., to Miss Inez E. Barker.
Died. Rice. In Fowler, Nov. 18, 1878, Pamelia Rice, aged seventy years.
Died. In Richville, May 9th, of paralysis, Elisha B. Pooler, aged 52 years. [05/09/1878]
Died. In Mankato township, April 29th, Mrs. Sarah J., wife of Mr. Joel Goodell, aged 51 years, 1 mos, 2 days. [04/29/1878]
Married. In Saratoga Springs, Oct. 10th, 1877, by Rev. Wm. R. Terrett, Geo. Fowler, Esq., of Antwerp, to Miss Lottie J. Spooner, of the former place. No cards.
Married. At the residence of the bride's father, Oct 11th, by Rev. Thomas Dobbin, Mr. Hiram E. Colton, of Richville, to Miss Nellie Miller, of Morristown. [10/11/1878]
Married. At Hammond, Wednesday, Oct. 10th, by Rev. D. Ferguson, Mr. Amos Rodger to Miss Elizabeth Ormiston(?), both of Hammond. [10/10/1878]
Married. Burnett-Merrithew. At the parsonage at Richville, on the 9th day of Nov., 1879, Mr. George Burnett to Miss Louisa Merrithew, all of Richville. Rev. E.H. Lovett, officiating clergyman.
Married. Hosmore-Humes. At Louisville, on the 23d day of Nov., 1879, Mr. Aaron Hosmore, of Pitcairn to Miss Emmeline Humes of Harrisville. Rev. H.C. Dike, officiating clergyman.
Married. Newell-Priest. At the residence of the bride's mother, on the 19th day of Nov., 1879, Mr. Edgar A. Newell of Ogdensburg to Miss Addie B. Priest of Potsdam. Rev. C.E. Boscom officiating clergyman.
Married. Quackenbush-Fry. At Theresa, in the M.E. Parsonage, on the 16th day of Nov., 1879, Mr. H.S. Quackenbush to Mrs. Nina Fry, both of Gouverneur. Rev. M.M. Rice, officiating clergyman.
Married. Turnbull-Gregor. At the home of the bride's father, David Gregor, Esq., on the 18th inst., Mr. M.A. Turnbull, of Elmira, N.Y., to Miss Maggie Gregor, of Hammond. [11/18/1879]
Married. Conger-Bowne. In Gouverneur, on the 23d inst., by Rev. B.R. Kirksbride, Mr. John Conger to Mrs. Henrietta Bowne, both of Gouverneur. [11/23/1879]
Married. Bullis-Ahles. In Gouverneur, Nov. 27, 1879, by Rev. I.D. Peaslee, DeForest C. Bullis, of Antwerp, to Ella M. Ahles, of Plessis.
Married. Beardslee-Price. At the residence of the bride's father, Dec. 3d, 1879, by Rev. I.D. Peaslee, Lewis E. Beardslee to Alida A. Price, both of Gouverneur.
Married. Smith-Henderson. At the M.E. Parsonage, Hermon, N.Y., Nov. 26, 1879, by Rev. A. Cheeseman, Walter H. Smith to Miss Jennie Henderson, all of Russell, N.Y.
Married. Mehaffy-McGaw. On the 4th inst., at the residence of the bride's parents, by the Rev. J. Service, Mr. W.J. Mehaffy to Miss Melissa E. McGaw, both of Lisbon, N.Y. [11/04/1879]
Died. Armstrong. In Ogdensburg, Sunday evening, Dec. 7th, Margaret Armstrong, aged 73 years. [12/07/1879]
Died. Frost. In Parishville, N.Y., Dec. 12th, Salmon Frost, aged 81 years. Mr. Frost was one of the pioneers of St. Lawrence county, coming to this town in 1817. He cleared him a farm in the wilderness and made it his home as long as he lived. He united with the Baptist church some 53 years ago and was through life a faithful christian. [12/12/1879]
Died. Sheffner. In Russell, Dec. 19th, Austin E., only child of Edward A. and Lucela L. Sheffner, aged 3 years. [12/19/1879]
Died. Bradish. In Colton, Dec. 12th, Mrs. Nathan Bradish, of ulceration of the lungs, aged 53 years. [12/12/1879]
Died. Austin. At Morley, Dec. 16th, 1879, Jeremiah Austin, aged 79 years.
Died. Lytle. In Rensellaer Falls, N.Y., Dec. 6th, Clara Lytle, of Diptheria, aged 2 years, 7 months and 13 days. [12/06/1879]
Died. White. In Gouverneur, Dec. 11th, Mrs. Mary A. White, wife of George White, in the 39th year of her age. [12/11/1879]
Died. Kitts. In Fowler, Dec. 17th, Mrs. Amanda Kitts, wife of Archibald Kitts, in the 72d year of her age. [12/17/1879]
Died. In Richville, Oct 6th, Mr. Horace White, a native of Heath, Mass., but for 52 years a resident of Richville, one of the oldest and most respected citizens, aged 83 years. He and his wife, who survives him, lived together 52 years. [10/06/1879]
Died. In Somerville, 9th inst., Edna, infant daughter of M.P. and S.A. Burney, aged 6 weeks. [10/09/1879]
Died. In Dexter, Sept. 24th, Rev. Eugene Cooper, pastor of the Universalist Society, formerly of Russell, aged 25 years. [09/24/1879]
Died. Tyler. In Dekalb, March 11th, 1879, of dropsy, Polly Evaline, wife of Chancey Tyler, aged twenty-eight years
Died. Dubois - Eliza Ann, wife of Robert H. Dubois and daughter of James R. and Ann McCall, died in Oswegatchie, N.Y., March 19th, 1879, in the 26th year of her age. From early childhood her tendencies were decidedly religious, and in youth she made known publicly her faith in the Savior and joined the Presbyterian church, maintaining a consistent christian character till the last. Her brief but beautiful life was manifest to (illegible).
Married. Beaman-Walker. In Richville, at the house of the bride's father, on the evening of the 17th inst., by the Rev. G. Cross, Mr. Frank B. Beaman to Miss Ruth A. Walker, both of Richville. [06/17/1879]
Died. Goodenough. In Hailesboro, June 1st, Howard A., son of Eugene and Amelia Goodenough, aged 1 year and 8 months. [06/01/1879]
Died. Ellison. In Morley, June 8th, William Ellison, of consumption, aged 62 years. [06/08/1879]
Died. McClellan. At Dekalb Junction, June 15, Miss Mary McClellan, daughter of E. McClellan, in the 19th year of her age. [06/15/1879]
Died. In South Canton, May 20, Samuel W. Pitt, of pulmonary consumption, aged 61 years. [05/20/1879]
Died. Bowman. In Fowler, June 11, of heart disease, Emmeline Bowman, wife of Daniel Bowman, in the 49th year of her age. [06/11/1879]
Died. Mead. In South Canton, June 15, Henry Mead, of old age, aged 96 years. He was one of the pioneers of this place; he moved into town when quite young. [06/16/1879]
Died. Cline. In Massena, Sept. 26, 1879, George A. Cline, son of G. and R. Cline, aged 7 years, 7 months. April 29th, Georgie got burned by tipping over a kettle of hot sugar. He was burned badly; we thought he couldn't live two days but he was a poor little sufferer and only the one who hears the midnight plaint of those who cry to Him for relief can tell how much he suffered. Everything that parents could do was done; night and day they watched him with anxious care. Never can one reflection be cast upon his parents. Amid pain, sorrow and tears they watched and tended him till Death set its cold seal on his brow and numbered him with the sleeping dead. Sad it will be, never to hear little Georgie's sweet voice again in the family circle, but may the grace of God be sufficient for the afflicted family. Until the great life giver speaks life to the dead, peace be to the little sleeper, and during all these years that eye which never sleeps will watch his resting place. Entombed in earth thy precious form is sleeping. While kindred hearts, who know thy worth, in anguish deep are weeping.
Married. Reese-McCrea. At the residence of the bride's father, Dec. 30, 1879, by Rev. W.A. Beecher, Mr. John A. Reese to Miss Emma P. McCrea, all of Dekalb.
Married. Weaver-Matice. At the residence of the bride's father, near Depeauville, Jeff. Co., Dec 31, by Rev. C.E. Dorr, Mr. Addis E. Weaver, of Brownville, to Miss Eliza A. Mattice. [12/31/1879]
Married. Thompson-McDowell. At the residence of the bride's father, Robert McDowell, Dec. 31, by Rev. A.M. Child, James Thompson to Miss Laney McDowell, both of Louisville. [12/31/1879]
Married. Mein-Atcherson. At the residence of the bride's father, Wm. Atcherson, Jan. 1, by Rev. Morison, John Mein, of Louisville, to Miss Joan Atcherson, of Madrid. [01/01/1880]
Married. Thompson-Pelton. At the residence of the bride's mother, on Christmas day, by Rev. Taft, William Thompson, of Louisville to Miss Mina Pelton, of Madrid. [12/25/1879]
Married. Spencer-Fuller. At the residence of the bride's parents, in Gouverneur, Jan. 4th, 1880, by the Rev. H.C. Townley, Mr. L.M. Spencer to Miss Carrie M. Fuller, both of Gouverneur.
Married. Reed-Starkey. At the residence of the bride, on the 29th day of Sept., 1879, Mr. Francis Reed to Miss Mary Starkey, all of Hermon, Rev. Sayle officiating clergyman.
Married. Murphy-Moyer. At Hammond, Sept. 25, by Rev. D.A. Ferguson, Mr. Edward J. Murphy to Miss Zellah H. Moyer, both of Hammond. [09/25/1879]
Married. Allen-Beach. On Thursday, Sept. 25th, at Hammond, by Rev. D.A. Ferguson, Mr. Wm. Allen to Mrs. M. Beach, both of Hammond. [09/25/1879]
Married. McBrier-Lesuer. At the bride's home, March 27th, by Rev. J.B. Hammond, Mr. H. McBrier of Russell, and Mrs. B.S. Lesuer of Canton. [03/27/1878]
Married. Robinson-Gates. At the bride's home, March 27th, by Rev. J.B. McCullough, Mr. Geo. H. Robinson of Macomb, and Miss Luella J. Gates of Hermon. [03/27/1878]
Married. O'Neal-Stevenson. At the bride's home, March 26th, by Rev. F.S. Rice, Mr. Frank O'Neal of Hermon, and Miss Ellen Stevenson of Russell. [03/26/1878]
Married. Northup-Harrington. Residence of R.F. Harison, Canton, March 30th, by Rev. J.B. Hammond, Mr. Myron H. Northup of Canton, and Miss Maria H. Harrington of Brasher. [03/30/1878]
Died. Cunningham. In Ogdensburg, April 2d, A. Cunningham, in the sixty-fourth year of his age. [04/02/1878]
Died. Beswick. In Lisbon, March 30th, Mandana Beswick, aged eighteen years; daughter of Hiram and Matilda Beswick. [03/30/1878]
Died. Martin. In Lisbon, March 30th, Clarissa, in the seventy-second year of her age; wife of Jas. Martin. [03/30/1878]
Died. Sheldon. In Hopkinton, March 29th, Julia Russell Sheldon, of typhoid pneumonia, wife of Albert Sheldon. [03/29/1878]
Died. Fisher. In Colton, March 31st, of lingering consumption, Dr. C.B. Fisher, at the age of forty. Dr. Fisher was a prominent man, having been for five sucessive years Supervisor of the town of Colton, and for several years one of the coroners of the county, which office he held at the time of his death. [03/31/1878]
Died. Perry. In Canton, March 21st, Mr. William Perry, Sr., at the age of eighty-two. [03/21/1878]
Died. Riley. In Canton, March 27th, Richard Riley, son of Christopher Riley, aged fifteen years and three months. [03/27/1878]
Died. Barber. In Canton, March 21st, George S. Barber, aged thirty-two years. [03/21/1878]
Died. Bemis. In Antwerp, April 1st, Mrs. Elsie Bemis, formerly of Fine; aged sixty-six years and eleven days. [04/01/1878]
Died. Chase. In Antwerp, March 29, of erysipelas, James Chase, aged fifty-four years and eight months. [03/29/1878]
Married. Lamb-Clark. At the residence of James Clark, May 29, 1878, Mr. Nathan Lamb of Antwerp to Miss Abagail Clark of Gouverneur.
Died. Parker. At the residence of her son James in Watertown on the 6th inst. Betsey, widow of Alexander Parker, aged 89 years, the mother of Capt. Geo. Parker of Gouverneur. She came to Watertown in March 1800, having resided there longer than any other person. [06/06/1878]
Died. Temple. In Gouverneur, June 4th, inst., Anson W. Temple, aged sixty-four years, disease of the heart. [06/04/1878]
Died. In Stockholm, July 11, Mary Riggs, wife of J.P. Nay, aged 42 years. [07/11/1878]
Died. Nellie, daughter of Wm. Prestage of Macomb, died Wednesday the 17 of July, aged nine years. [07/17/1878]
Died. O'Neil. In Hermon, June 19, Otis, infant son of Horace and Mary O'Neil, in the second year of his age. [06/19/1878]
Died. Scott. At South Edwards, June 14, Henry, infant son of John and Pauline Scott, aged four years. [06/14/1878]
Married. Sweet-Hall. At the Presbyterian parsonage, Gouverneur, June 25, by Rev. N.J. Conklin, Lester O. Sweet, of Fowler, and Abbie L. Hall, of Antwerp. [06/25/1878]
In Memoria: Frank J. Jones. In the recent death of Frank J. Jones, the second son of Rev. Reuben Jones, of Richville, N.Y., both the family and the community received a severe shock, and it seems proper that a few facts appear in defense of this poor unfortunate victim, who now fills an untimely grave because of a combination of seductive influences that poisoned his young life, which influences are still exerting a deadly power over the youth whose blood will be required at the hands of others. Deceased was born in Woodville, N.Y., Apr. 22, 1859, died June 6th, 1878, aged 19 years, 1 mo. and 14 days. His death occurred on his father's 70th birthday. Frankie (as he was familiarly called) was a noble hearted young man, kind and obliging, and in families where he had been employed was especially beloved because of his uniform kindness to children. He scarcely ever missed going to church and Sunday school, after he was old enough, until within the past two or three years. He was a stranger to the many bad practices that so often overtake young men, until the contaminating influences of the recent past. His parents, and especially his mother, had many times cautioned him against the dangers of evil associations and had received from him promises of amendment, but he was of that peculiar temperament, easily influenced by his surroundings. To show the better element of his nature, and as a revelation of his estimate of sin, he told one of his intimate associates only a little time previous to his death: "If I thought I had got to continue in this way I would rather be dead than alive." His nature was so yielding he could not say "No!" and so he has gone down to death thus early, kind hearted, with noble impulses and generous feelings; far more pure than his surviving enemies who allured him into sin by the treachery and deceit of their so-called legitimate business. The last Sunday he was at home his mother talked with him on religious subjects and expressed to him her impression that there was soon to be a change in their family. Frankie then expressed himself substantially as follows: "Mother, when I am a Christian I shall live different from some who profess religion; I know there is a reality in religion," and showed his appreciation of his mother's advice by kissing her as he left. His mother had been deeply exercised with fearful forebodings of evil and painful conjectures that some mishap would come to her "dear Frankie" and that heart which has been full, is now overflowing with indescribable sorrow. She wishes to say to unsuspecting mothers and tempted youth, "Stop, STOP, before you too are drawn into the terrible vortex which has engulfed my son." And now young men, Frankie's comrades, remember how this young life went out - profit by his mistakes, and do not forget that evil communications corrupt good manners "therefore, when sinners entice thee consent thou not." C.M. Booth
Married. Dewey-Hamilton. At the residence of the officiating clergyman, No. 11 Benedict street, Watertown, January 23, by the Rev. J. W. Putnam, Edgar E. Dewey and Miss Clara J. Hamilton, both of Hermon. [01/23/1878]
Married. Partridge-Olmstead. On the 15th instant, at the house of the bride's father, by the Rev. C.E. Bascom, Lewis D. Partridge and Dana L. Olmstead, all of Potsdam. [01/15/1878]
Died. Pickens. At Heuvelton, N.Y., Jan. 28, 1878, of pneumonia, Walter J. Pickens, aged 45 years.
Died. Smith. At Depeyster, on the 7th instant, Lucy Smith, daughter of John W. and Eliza A. Smith, aged two years, eight months and seventeen days. [01/07/1878]
Died. Burton. In Gouverneur, on Tuesday, January 21st, 1878, Preston H. Burton, aged forty-one years.
Married. Grow-Brown. At the residence of Hon. P.M. Brown, Lorraine, June 27, by Rev. E.H. Lovett, Geo. F. Grow to Hattie E. Brown, niece of Hon. Levi H. Brown, of Watertown. [06/27/1878]
Married. VanValkenburg-Lacy. In Hermon villiage, July 6, by Rev. E.E. Brown, Loren VanValkenburg to Marion Lacy, both of Hermon. [07/06/1878]
Married. Lake-Markwick. At the M.E. Parsonage, OxBow, July 4, by Rev. T.L. Allen, Winfield Lake to Rhoda L. Markwick, both of Macomb. (note that at same time and place, Albert H. Markwick married Hattie E. Jones) [07/04/1878]
Married. Markwick-Jones. Also, at the same time and place as above (M.E. parsonage, OxBow, July 4, by Rev. T.L. Allen), Albert H. Markwick to Hattie E. Jones, both of Macomb. (see also wedding of Winfield Lake to Rhoda L. Markwick, it appears that Rhoda and Albert Markwick are brother and sister). [07/04/1878]
Died. Elmer. At his late farm residence in Canton, N.Y., July 3, 1878, John F. Elmer, aged 64 years.
Died. At the residence of Russell S. Pond, Canton, N.Y., on the morning of July 4, Edwin McKenzie, of Sparta, Wisconsin. [07/04/1878]
Married. Ostrander-Davis. At the M.E. Parsonage, Birch Chapel, South Canton, N.Y., July 4th, by W.C. Smith, Charles S. Ostrander and Eva Davis, both of North Russell. [07/04/1878]
Married. Haskins-Gardner. In Richville, August 22nd, at the residence of the bride's parents, by Rev. C.M. Booth, Mr. Luke Haskins, of Gouverneur, to Miss Ardelia Gardner, of Richville. [08/22/1878]
Married. Lemmon-Walrath. At the home of the bride, August 15th, by Rev. C. Phelps, Raymond J. Lemmon, of Ogdensburg, and Libbie E. Walrath, of Dekalb. [08/15/1878]
Married. Collins-Perry. In Pierpont, August 18th, by Rev. Wm. Whitfield, Mr. George C. Collins and Miss Clara C. Perry. [08/18/1878]
Died. Wall. In Dekalb, at the home of his grandfather, Mr. Edmond Wall, August 12th, Charles William, son of Mr. William Wall, aged three years and three days. [08/12/1878]
Died. Ayres. At Momence, Ill., Oct. 6th, instant, suddenly, of congestion of the lungs, Mrs. S., wife of Stephen Ayres. The body was brought to Sommerville, Oct. 9th. Services held in the Universalist Church. [10/06/1878]
Died. Brown. On the 13th instant, suddenly, Emily, wife of Roswell T. Brown, aged 45 years. A son named Victor, whose whereabouts is not known, is wanted at home. (St. Lawrence and Jefferson county papers please copy). [[09/13/1878]
Died. Gleason. In East Pitcairn, September 12, 1878, Mary, wife of E.W. Gleason. The deceased was born in Herkimer County, March 26th, 1834. In childhood her parents, Benjamin and Barbara (Whitford) Hall, removed to East Pitcairn, being among the pioneers of the town. At the age of 17 she was married to E.W. Gleason. As a wife and a mother she was tender and faithful; industry, order and economy filled her house with comfort; she was amiable, cheerful and social, and loved to show hospitality. A little over two years ago, Mr. and Mrs. Gleason celebrated their silver wedding. The life was bright and hopeful; children and friends rejoiced with them and anticipated for them a long and fair future. But alas! all these prospects are darkened; all these hopes disappointed. For more than a year she suffered with a painful and lingering disease, patiently and hopefully; but when hope departed she resigned her will to God, fully supported by her faith in Christ professed in her younger years. During her long illness neighbors and friends gave the most kind and continuous sympathy and attention by her sick bed, which she gratefully received, and in their memory she will be long and kindly cherished. To her family, the loss is irreparable - to them the memory of her loving, useful life and peaceful death will be most precious.
Married. Allen-Daniels. At the Fuller House, Gouverneur, July 21st, Mr. James Allen to Miss Rosa A. Daniels, both of Hermon; Rev. M.L. Rugg, officiating clergyman. [07/21/1879]
Married. Smith-Oliphant. At the residence of the bride's father, on the 21st day of July, Mr. Barney Smith, of Kendall, Wis., to Mrs. Olive Oliphant, of Wegatchie, N.Y.; Rev. Donald Fraser, officiating clergyman. [07/21/1879]
Died. Barlow. At Cedar Springs, Mich., July 18, Martha Barlow, formerly of Gouverneur, aged 33 years, and daughter of Isaac C. Sherwin, of Gouverneur. [07/18/1879]
Died. Carmody. In Ogdensburg, July 25th, Mary Ann, daughter of the late Patrick and Mary A. Carmody, aged 23 years. [07/25/1879]
Died. Farmer. In Gouverneur, July 21st, Georgianna, youngest child of G.A. and Philinda Farmer, aged 6 years, 8 months and 9 days. The little one was taken with inflammation of the bowels, on the 16th inst, and steadily grew worse until her death, five days later. Georgianna was a beautiful girl. She bore her suffering with wonderful patience, and received the intelligence that 'death was near' with a calm resignation. Parents, cast thy sorrow from thee; Little Georgie is at rest; Her last words, 'I'm coming, coming,' Tell thee she is with the blest.' The parents of the deceased would express their heart-felt thanks for the kindness of friends and neighbors. To Mrs. Isaac Thrall they tender their sincere thanks for her kindness in the hour of bereavement and death. [07/21/1879]
Died. McFerran. In Edward, July 9, Sarah McFerran, of consumption, aged 35 years. The church has lost one of its brightest lights. [07/09/1879]
Died. McGinnis. In Louisville, July 4, Carrie, daughter of Thos. H. and Maggie McGinnis, aged six months and 1 day. [07/04/1879]
Married. Brice-Jenkins. At the home of the bride, on the 1st inst., by Rev. N.E. Bush, Mr. Andrew Brice of Dekalb to Miss Jennie Jenkins of Dekalb. [12/01/1879]
Married. Zoller-Wheater. At the residence of the bride's father, Dec. 31st, 1879, by Rev. N.E. Bush, Mr. James L. Zoller of Morristown to Miss Mary A. Wheater of Lisbon.
Married. Smith-May. At the home of the bride's father, on the 13th inst., Mr. G.W.F. Smith of Potsdam, to Miss Hattie May, daughter of John May of Potsdam. [12/13/1879]
Married. Faulkner-Livingston. At Heuvelton, Jan. 1st, 1880, by Rev. G.P. Kenney, Joseph Faulkner to Mrs. Margaret Livingston, both of Ogdensburg.
Died. Tenney. In Gouverneur, at the residence of C.T. Fuller, Tuesday Dec. 30th, 1879, Mrs. Sarah Tenney, aged 76 years.
Died. Whiting. At Lousiville, N.Y., Dec. 11, 1879, of consumption of the brain, Nettie Sophia, daughter of Albert and Lucy A. Whiting, aged 7 years, 2 months, and 11 days.
