January - March, April - June, July - September, October - December
Briefs-
The residence of Wm. Daniels at Clayton was burned Thursday evening. Loss $300, insurance $200.
On Friday last, January 2d, the venerable Norman Row of New Haven Village in Oswego Co., was 90 years old.
Small pox has found its way into the Seymour townships, Canada. Four cases were found in one family living six miles from Campbellford.
Second Lieutenant Thomas F. Kearns, commanding the 39th Separate Company, has ordered the regular weekly drills of the company to begin next Tuesday evening.
William A. Portt, of this city, received a handsome New Year's present from Uncle Sam, in the shape of $900 back pension. Mr. Portt was color sergeant of the 10th NY heavy artillery.
The community on Leray Street and in that vicinity was sadly shocked Wednesday morning last, on learning that Charles G. Haven was dead. He had been ill only since Sunday, and he expired about eight o'clock Wednesday morning. Mr. Haven was a native and a life-long resident of that part of the city, and was a quiet unassuming, pleasant man, an excellent neighbor and a good citizen. He owned several houses on that street, and only a few weeks ago moved into a handsome new house he had just completed for his residence. He was not far from forty years of age, and leaves a widow.
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Carthage -
The sympathies of this community are with Mrs. C. Clifford in the loss of her son, Carlton, soon after the death of her husband. Mr. Clifford and son both died of the same disease which seemed to threaten the whole family.
Philadelphia-
Gaylor Cooper, the five year old son of Robert N. Cooper, died Wednesday morning after a short illness.
LeRay-
During the past year 14 marriages, 26 births and 36 deaths were reported at the Town Clerk's Office in LeRay...
Natural Bridge -
David Pool of this place, has just returned from a visit to Fonda to see his uncle, Teunis Van Antwerp. Mr. Antwerp's health has for some time been failing, and he passed away soon after Mr. Pool's arrival there. His funeral occurred from the residence of his oldest son, J. Y. Van Antwerp, on Wednesday afternoon. Rev. Dr. DeBaum officiating and at the close of his remarks he gave notice that it was the request of J. Y. Van Antwerp that all the relatives of the deceased should return to his house to dine. There were one hundred of the relatives and a large majority accepted of the invitation. The deceased was, some fifty years ago, a resident of Wilna, Jeff. Co., NY, and at his death was 82 years of age.
Diphtheria has made its appearance, and the infant daughter of James Read died, Dec. 30th with this much dreaded disease.
Evans Mills -
Diphtheria is raging in and about this village.
Same issue, p. 8:
Wedding Bells
At the church of Our Lady of the Sacred Heart on Thursday morning, January 1st, 1885, Mr. Peter Tarean and Miss Elizabeth Pair, both of this city were united in wedlock by Rev. Father Gromb. The church was crowded by friends of the parties to witness the interesting ceremony. In the evening a reception was given at the residence of the bride's parents, and many were the beautiful and useful articles present to the fair young bride....
Wedding Bells -
Between 60 and 70 guests from Watertown, Boonville, Lyons Falls, Copenhagen, Natural Bridge, Lowville, Martinsburg, Turin and Black River, assembled at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. William Ebblie, at Lowville Wednesday, to witness the marriage of their daughter, Jennie, to Frederick Schuyler of this city. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Dr. Bingham and an enjoyable reception followed. Mr. and Mrs. Schuyler left on the evening train for this city, where they will reside. The groom is a popular young gentleman connected with W. H. Gennet's hat and fur establishment and is receiving the congratulations of his many friends in this city. The wedding presents were numerous and beautiful.
Wednesday afternoon, the marriage of Edward E. Parker to Miss Lizzie G., daughter of Walter Zimmerman, was celebrated at the home of the bride's parents in Brownville. The contracting parties are well and most favorably known in this vicinity, the bride having relatives in Watertown. At 12:30 P.M., Rev. G. J. Porter said the words which made the happy young people man and wife. The refreshments which followed were bounteous and rich and the large number of guests present enjoyed the occasion hugely. At 5 P.M., Mr. and Mrs. Parker left for Chicago.
In Memoriam - Died in Henderson, December 1884, Mrs. Sarah Leffingwell, age 78 years.
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Briefs-
I. A. Traver has purchased the house of John Prouty, No. 2 Benedict St; consideration $4,000. Mr. Prouty will soon remove to the house owned by the late Elias F. Cooper, No. 55 Washington St., for which he paid $8,250.
Uriah Lott, Thursday, sold his elegant stone mansion at the corner of Washington and Clinton Streets, to William Herring of Chicago, the consideration being $36,000 for the property, house and furniture just as it stands with the exception of the valuable library which Mr. Lott retains.
At the Congregational Church in Antwerp, Tuesday afternoon, occurred the wedding of Charles O. Roberts, lately train dispatcher for the Utica & Black River Railroad Company, and son of William Roberts of Loweville, to Miss Maria L. Harris, the daughter of J. B. Harris of the former place.
Same issue, p. 6:
Lorraine -
Mrs. George Macomber is very low with consumption
Died in Lorraine, Dec. 15, John Farmer, age 90 years, 5 months. Rev. S. M. Crofoot preached his funeral sermon the 16th at the house of his son, F. J. Farmer. He was taken to Redfield Square for burial.
Mrs. Esther Hull, an old lady living near here, age 83, has since last April woven 356 yards of carpeting, 165 yards of flannel and 21 yards of satinette. She is a consistent member of the M. E. Church and walks to church and prayer meeting, a quarter of a mile, scarcely ever missing when the weather will permit. She lives alone and says she has no fear for the Lord is with her at all times. She can walk four miles now with ease...
Natural Bridge -
Diphtheria is still raging in this vicinity and last Sunday, the youngest daughter of Mr. Reed died, having been sick but a few days. She was a very bright and promising young lady and will be greatly missed, not only by her relatives but by all who knew her. There are five more cases, but all seem to be on the gain and no new cases are reported.
Sterlingville -
Mrs. Ann Potter, wife of H. H. Potter died at her home in this village on Tuesday, January 5 of consumption. Mrs. Potter was a lady of much literary ability, having written several books on religious subjects and at one time was a contributor to several religious and local newspapers. ...
Babbitt's Corners -
Mrs. C. C. Wilder has received a pension of $2,200 back pay and eight dollars per month.
The People of the State of New York to LaMorte Barney, Fromundus Barney, Elva P. Barney, Daniel L. Barney, Kate L. Whitney, Frank Houghton, Henry Houghton, Dora Houghton Miley, Mary S. Houghton and Alma H. Bartles, constituting all of the next of kin and heirs at law of Lowry Barney, late of the town of Henderson, in the County of Jefferson...greetings...You and each of you ...are required personally to be and appear before our Surrogate, at his office in Watertown, on the 10th of March next...to attend the probate of the said last will and testament...dated 19 January 1885, Ross C. Scott, Surrogate
same issue, p. 3:
Belleville -
Dempster Griffin is boarding with Sheriff Felt for three months, all for being drunk
Miss May Edwards has accepted the position of organist in the Presbyterian Church at Watertown.
This vicinity was greatly shocked to hear of the death of Mrs. Martha G. Searles, of Rome. She had been a life-long resident of this place and will be greatly missed in the M. E. Church, of which she was a faithful member. Her funeral was held at the church Wednesday forenoon, Rev. A. E. Corse preaching the sermon. She leaves three sons and one daughter of mourn her loss and they have the sympathy of all.
Cape Vincent -
Saturday night at 7:30, Capt. Ryan's house at Millen's Bay was discovered to be on fire, and in a short time it was in ashes. But a few things were saved, the kitchen being nearly consumed before the family, who were in the parlor, discovered the fire. It was insured.
Evans Mills -
Owing to the prevalence of diphtheria, our village schools have been closed.
Alexandria Bay-
One of those western tornadoes visited this place Saturday, going at the rate of 60 miles an hour and doing considerable damage. Two chimneys were blown from the house of W. B. Walton, also one from Bonnie Castle, Boathouses and outbuildings were moved from three to twenty fee and partly tipped over. Windows were blown out and everything took a severe shaking up. About 1,200 feet of tin roofing was blown from the Thousand Island House and on the point the air was full of flying lumber. The steamer Spry was blown from the blockings where it was left for repairs and her cabin blown off. The tower on the Westminster Park Chapel was blown off, doing severe damage...
Brownville-
The announcement of the death of Freddie Brawt, which occurred at Pillar Point, January 7, was a sad surprise to his relatives and friends. Stricken down as he was in early youth, his disease from the first took a serious form and was of short duration. Attending school for the last time on the Friday before, he was taken sick the same evening and took to his bed, from which he never rose, remaining mostly in an unconscious state until death relieved his sufferings the next Wednesday evening. The grief stricken family have the sympathy of all. Freddie was a bright, studious scholar and promised to be a joy and comfort to his parents in their declining years.
Plessis-
George Ball died Thursday morning at the residence of his father after a long and painful illness. The deceased was the only son of Mr. and Mrs. Egbert Ball. He had always lived at home and his death is a severe blow to his parents and friends. Owing to the storm, Saturday, the funeral was deferred until Sunday at 11 o'clock A.M. The sermon was preached by Rev. Joseph Brown, pastor of the Presbyterian Church of this village.
Natural Bridge-
Marian Blanchard, after a long sickness, died on the 15th inst. He leaves a wife and three children to mourn his loss. He was interred in the old burial ground at the Blanchard School House on Saturday, the 17th.{
There have been three deaths here from diphtheria since our last writing: Munroe Putnam, a bright and promising boy of sixteen; the infant son of Wm. Squires, and the last of James Reed's children, a boy five years old.
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Briefs -
There were 207 deaths in this city from Jan. 1 to Dec. 31, 1884 (Watertown).
Nathaniel F. Breen, of this city, was admitted to the bar at the General Term, in Syracuse, Friday.
Diphtheria has received a new impetus in Croghan and the Board of Health have taken stringent means to quarantine the village.
A suit was entered against W. Staley of Wolfe Island, by Joseph Jackson, to recover $1,000 damages. The latter charges the former with slandering him by stating that he stole certain articles from him. The case will prove interesting.
Mrs. Lucy A. Wood, widow of the late Aaron Wood, died at her home in W. Martinsburg, Saturday night, of pneumonia, age 72. She was sick only three days. Her husband died December 31, 1865 and a son, Augustus Wood, a few years previous. Three sons survive: George, Jerome and Morgan Wood of W. Martinsburg, and one daughter, Mrs. C. M. Waters of Lyons Falls.
Mertilla, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Smith, died very suddenly at the residence of her parents, on Franklin Street, Saturday morning. Miss Smith retired in usual good health about 10 o'clock Friday evening, was soon after taken sick and expired at 5 A.M. The disease was probably of an epileptic nature. She was 27 years of age and highly esteemed.
The tenth anniversary of wedded life was celebrated at the residence of Herman Nash and wife, of Lafargeville, Wednesday evening, when about 40 invited guests were present and passed the time until about eleven o'clock in a very enjoyable manner. Refreshments were served and a present of a fine silver spoon was presented to the host and hostess by the company.
In the town of Ellisburgh, during the year 1884, occurred 50 births, of whom 28 were males and 22 females. Thirty-four marriages were registered, and the death roll shows a mortality of 66...
same issue, p. 8:
The People of the State of NY to: George D. Moffatt, Jane Moffatt, Morgan Moffatt, Samuel Moffatt, Edwin Moffatt, Wells Moffatt, Ella Moffatt, Katie Moffatt, Willis Moffatt, Frances Timmerman, Ida Wolcott, Sarah Holbrook Sebra Wilcox, James Ward, Francis Ward and Charles Ward, consituting all persons interest in the estate of Persis Smith, late of the town of Brownville, Jefferson Co., deceased...You and each of you are hereby required personally to be and appear before our Surrogate in Watertown on the 10 day of March 1885 at 10 O'clock in the forenoon to attend the final judicial settlement of the account...At Watertown on the 14th day of January 1885 by Ross C. Scott, Surrogate
Briefs -
Chamberlain Hanchette is very ill with pneumonia.
The thermometer at Clayton at 8 A.M. Thursday was 28 degrees below zero.
During the year 1884, there occurred in the town of Philadelphia, 12 marriages, 33 births and 26 deaths.
Henry Earl, a butcher of Cape Vincent, has received word from a cousin in Wisconsin, that his adopted mother had died and left him $10,000. Mr. Earl has gone to look it up.
Jacob Snell of Lyme, having been justice of the peace for 31 years in succession and being now 70 years of age, has resigned his office. During his term of office, he issued over 3,000 summons, about 1,200 judgments in civil actions and married 33 couples.
Monday night about 8 o'clock occurred the death of Mr. Henry Howard, at his residence on Coffeen Street at the age of 71 years. Mr. Howard was born in Westfield, Mass. and embarked in business in this city in 1868, occupying a store at that time in the Streeter Block.
Five children of Lewis V. Bisha of Crogham have died of diphtheria within a few weeks, and the remaining child is sick. Peter Tisse has lost his second child, and Monday a child of Andrew Zehr died. Three others of his family are sick. The disease is making sad havoc in the town. There are several cases in other towns on the east side of the river.
The residence house and managed to save most of his household effects. The loss is small. The fire being out of the city limits, no alarm was given. In this connection Chief George wishes all to be careful of fires and see to it that chimneys and flues are in good condition.
Saturday at 2:30 P.M. occurred the marriage of Miss Overocker of Clayton to Henry Backer of Buffalo. The bride was tastefully attired in a wine-colored satin mervielleux, trimmed with brocaded silk. She wore white flowers and carried a small bouquet, producing a pleasing effect. The groom was clad in plain black with white gloves. Rev. Mr. Pierce pronounced the words that made the pair one for life, in an impressive manner.
On Wednesday last, the numerous friends of Dr. Frank M. Vebber of Carthage, from this vicinity, were summoned to witness his marriage to Miss Emma E. Snell, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Snell of Lafargeville, NY. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Geo. B. Rowley of Carthage. The presents were numerous, costly and beautiful and it is impossible to enumerate them here. Dr. and Mrs. Vebber have the sincerest wishes of their friends, for their future success and happiness.
The twenty-fifth anniversary of the marriage of Mr. and Mrs. A. P. Gardner was celebrated at their residence at E. Rodman on Tuesday evening of last week...The host and hostess were in fine spirits and lost no opportunity in adding to the comfort and happiness of their many guests, as those who responded to their invitation alone can testify. The presents were numerous and costly.
Edward A. Lawyer, the young man who was found beside the railroad track at Adams a short time ago, died Friday morning. The concussion of the brain finally extended to the spine, producing a fatal result. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Lawyer, who resided in this city until last spring when Mr. Lawyer's duties as treasurer of the Rome, Watertown & Ogdensburg Railroad called him to New York. When the offices were located at Watertown, the deceased was employed here and when removed to New York he still retained his position...He was a member of the Musical Union of this city ...His bereaved parents and sister have the sympathy of all and their affliction is shared by many. Mr. Lawyer was twenty-one years of age the sixth day of last November and was born in Watertown.
A remarkably sad case is reported from Champion. About January first an infant daughter of William King, a farmer employed on N. J. Fuller's farm, in the town of Champion, was taken ill with diphtheria and died about one week later. Soon after her death his only remaining child, a son, six years of age, was taken with the same disease. Dr. Stevens, who attended the deceased child, was sent for, but he too had contracted the disease and was confined to the bed. Dr. G. D. Hewitt of W. Carthage, was then summoned. At this period the mother was stricken down with the same disease and continued to grow worse, her death ensuing but two hours after her son had given up life. The triple misfortune falls very heavily on the unfortunate husband and father.
same issue, p. 4:
Adams -
William H. King died on Friday evening after a long and severe illness.
Wednesday afternoon, Mr. O. S. Bond of Oswego, and Miss A. M. Cooper, daughter of George D. Cooper of this place were married by Rev. J. S. Rott in his usual elaborate style, in the Presbyterian Church. The ushers were C. P. Dodge and Fred D. Fox of this place and Messrs. LaFever and McCarthy of Oswego. The bride was the recipient of many beautiful presents. They left on the 6 o'clock train for their future home in Oswego.
James Singleton, who lives on the railroad track outside of the village, has lost five children out of a family of eight. The others are sick and one of them is not expected to live. ...
Theresa -
The thermometer went to 36 below zero one night last week.
Smithville -
Franklin Wheeler has been visiting his aged mother, whose home is in New Hampshire.
John Ham's wife presented him with a pair of twin boys on Jan. 22nd, weigh 17 1/2 pounds...
Belleville -
Henry Chapman has returned from Dakota, where he has been for a few months.
Ed. Boomer is going to Illinois to work for Jacob Brimmer on his large stock farm.
Natural Bridge -
Charles B. Clark, in T. E. Proctor's store, has lost three of his children by diphtheria since our last writing and a grandchild by congestion of the lungs. His other three children are very sick with diphtheria but there is hope of their recovery.
Isaac Nichols, postmaster of this village, is again at his post, having recovered from his sickness of diphtheria.
Notice to Creditors - Henry Cline's Estate...All persons having claims against Henry Cline, late of the town of Lyme in Jefferson County, are required to present the same with vouchers, to the subscriber the Administrator, at his office in Watertown..on or before the 1st day of August next. Dated 20 January 1885 by John Lansing, Administrator.
Same issue, p. 8:
Facts Worth Knowing:
There are 2,750 languages.
A square mile contains 640 acres
A barrel of rice weighs 600 pounds
The average human life is 31 years
The first steel pen was made in 1830.
A barrel of flour weights 196 pounds.
A barrel of pork weighs 200 pounds
A span is ten and 7/8 inches.
A hand (horse measure) is four inches.
Watches were first constructed in 1476.
A storm moves 36 miles per hour.
The first lucifer match was made in 1829.
The value of a ton of silver is $37,704.84.
A hurricane moves 80 miles per hour.
The first iron steamship was built in 1830.
Modern needles first came into use in 1545.
Coaches were first built in England in 1569.
The first horse railroad was built in 1826-7.
One million dollars of gold coin weight 3,685 pounds avoirdupois.
Until 1776, cotton spinning was performed by the hand spinning wheel.
One million dollars of silver coin weight 58,920.9 pounds avoirdupois.
The first complete sewing machine was patented by Elias How in 1846.
Glass windows were first introduced into England in the eighth century.
Albrecht Durer gave the world a prophecy of future wood engraving in 1527.
Measure 209 feet on each side and you will have a square acre within an inch.
The People of the State of New York, to: Marilla Frasier, Mary Tusaw and Francis Tusaw, Jr. of Orleans, Jefferson Co., NY, Elinor T. Berry of 112 Cedar St., Syracuse, NY, Martha T. Donk of Newart, Wayne Co., NY and William Tusaw, whose place of residence is unknown...all of the next of kin and heirs at law of Francis Tusaw, Sr., late of the town of Orleans, Jefferson Co....You and each of you are required personally to be and appear before our Surrogate, at his office, in the City of Watertown...on the 28th day of March next, at 10 o'clock..to attend the probate of the said last will and testament...dated 30 January 1885. /s/ Ross C. Scott, surrogate.
The People of the State of New York, to: Sarah M. Van Dressen of the city of Oswego, Oswego Co., NY and Gilbert Van Dressen, whose place of residence is unknown, the widow and heir at law and next of kin of Washington Van Dressen, deceased, and all the brothers and sisters of said deceased whose names and residences are unknown, and all the heirs and next of kin of Washington Van Dressen, late of the city of Oswego,...you and each of you are hereby required personally to be and appear before our said Surrogate, in the city of Oswego, on the 2nd day of April 1885 at 10 o'clock to attend to the probate ...as the last will and testament of the deceased...Dated 29 January 1885..s/s Francis David, Surrogate
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Briefs -
Welcome Whitlock of Felts Mills, died Wednesday night of diphtheria, after a short illness. He was 30 years of age and leaves a wife and four children.
It is reported that Mrs. Druse, the woman who murdered her husband recently in Herkimer Co., was a former resident of Carthage, being a daughter of the late William Tift, who died there several years ago.
The funeral of the late Mrs. G. Wright Earl was largely attended from the residence of her husband, Sanford's Corners, Saturday at 1 P.M. and from the Union Church at 2 P.M., Rev. Mr. Bemus officiating. Many of Mrs. Earl's Watertown friends were present and among the many floral tributes was a handsome cross from friends in the city.
A few days ago, Steward Miller, mate of the steamer John Thorn, owned by Capt. Geo. Sweet of Carthage, stabbed himself at Clayton. He has been sick for a long time and had go so discouraged with the outlook before him that he tried to take his life. Some think he was not in his right mind. Mr. Miller has been on the River St. Lawrence a long time and is well and favorably known to many in this vicinity.
Isaac L. Huntington of Theresa, is next to Mr. Snell of Three Mile Bay, the oldest justice of the peace in Jefferson County. Mr. Huntington was elected in 1856, having served 29 years, and his docket shows 1,386 judgments rendered. He also served three terms as justice of sessions. His office is still open in the village of Theresa, and the esquire is enjoying comparatively good health at the age of 75 years.
Charles Osborn, a resident of Carthage, living on the flats, has been sorely afflicted within the past few weeks, diphtheria having entered his family January 11; his youngest son, Eugene, age 17 a bright and promising young man, died. January 21, a young man named C. J. Labelle, age 16, who boarded at Mr. Osborn's, died. The next day, another promising boy, Joseph W. Osborn, age 19 died; and this morning, one of the daughters, 15 years of age, who has been seriously ill for many days died. The other daughter has been also very sick, but hopes are entertained that she will recover. Much sympathy is expressed for Mr. Osborn, who has had to take the sole care of his family, night and day, as his friends and neighbors have not been allowed to enter the house for the fear of spreading the disease.
Same issue, p. 5:
Diphtheria's Victims -
The ravages by diphtheria in this county during the recent month have been frightful, entire families having been wrecked. Among the saddest incidents of the epidemic is that of the family of James Singleton, a section boss on the Rome Road and a resident of Adams. One of his married daughters attended the funeral of her husband's brother at Felts Mills, who died of diphtheria. On returning home she was taken sick. Her sister, Lottie, age nine years, came to her home to help her and carried the germs of the disease home with her. Within two weeks, six of Mr. Singleton's children died. Lottie, age nine years; Lena age six years; Minnie age 13 years; Robbie age six years; Mattie age 11 years and Henry, age 10 years. Two older children were taken down but are recovering. The father is also reported as ill. The residence of the family is below the railroad track, and is isolated by the Board of Health, who are doing everything to prevent its spreading.
Same issue, p. 6:
Wedding Bells -
The marriage of Kate Caro Cooper, youngest daughter of Mrs. Howell Cooper, to Orville E. Hungerford, took place at 3 o'clock Thursday afternoon in the parlor of the bride's home, Rev. George B. Stevens officiating. The entire affair passed of most gracefully and was one of the most brilliant social events in the history of Watertown. The bride was beautifully attired in a white satin dress, with court train and an entire front of pearls. The waist was a high corsage beaded with pearls. Long trailing sprays of orange blossoms extended over the white satin train, which together with a long white tulle veil extending over the full length of the train completed a most exquisite costume. The bride's dress was from Worth's and with the handsome diamond ornaments, was beyond a doubt, the most elegant dress ever seen in Watertown. The groom was neatly dressed in a black Prince Albert suit. After the dinner, dancing was indulged in by the intimate friends of the bride and groom and continued until 5 o'clock when the couples was escorted to the depot by the ushers and a few near friends, and left for Chicago, where they will spend their honeymoon...several paragraphs followed which enumerated the extensive and expensive gifts received by the guests, and details on the floral decorations, refreshments and orchestra.
In the town of Pamelia, February 5, by Rev. W. H. Reese, Mr. Fred W. Flick, of Perch River, and Miss Alberta A. Gould, the accomplished daughter of M. J. Gould. The guests filled the ample parlors. Among them were the venerable grandfathers of the bride and an uncle from Wisconsin...paragraphs followed which elaborated on the gifts that were given to the couple...
Obituary -
At the residence of Robert Davis, in Rutland, Jefferson Co., NY, Nov. 9, 1884, of quick consumption, Hattie C. Davis, age 18 years, 27 days...Flowers were placed in the casket, a basket of flowers at the head and a wreath, a cross and another on the casket. Her funeral was largely attended at her home, and quietly they laid her away in the cemetery at Felts Mills...
In Memoriam -
On the 15th of January 1885, Right Eminent Sir Knight Pearson Mundy died. The fatal stroke fell without other warning than the declaration of the inspired writer: "it is appointed unto man once to die." The Templar Masonry provided a long and eloquent account of his service within the Masonic Order and set a period of mourning.
To the Memory of Sadie Talcott - followed a fairly lengthy poem as a memorial.
same issue, p. 9:
Natural Bridge -
Diphtheria is about all gone. There have been no new cases for some time and hopes are entertained that we are to be free from this much dreaded disease.
Redwood -
A daughter of W. Johnson, of this place, died last week.
H. C. King, one of our most prominent citizens, died last week. He had been out of health for over a year and has been at the Utica asylum under treatment for some time, but he grew worse and was brought home to die.
Theresa -
M. Stoller is the happy father of an eight pound girl.
The ice houses in town are nearly all filled.
Mrs. Lowe, the widow of the late Leonard Lowe, who committed suicide here last spring, has moved to Dexter where we are informed that she has bought a house and lot.
Adams -
Mrs. Eliza Twiss died last Tuesday morning, age 82 years. The remains were buried on Thursday.
James Greig died on Thursday, age 60 year. The funeral was conducted by Rev. Mr. Moyses in Emannuel Church, on Saturday.
James Singleton's oldest boy died on Friday, making the seventh out of a family of eight.
Plessis -
We are highly favored in this vicinity by the entire absence of diphtheria or any other malignant disease.
Belleville -
Herbert Littlefield will carry the mail from here to Adams twice a day, all for $89 a year, a distance of six miles.
Miss Hannah J. Wood is teaching school at Sandy Creek. They have secured an excellent teacher.
Smithville -
The sudden death of Hiram Hill, which occurred Feb. 2, case a gloom among our young people as the word went from one to the other that little Hiram Hill was dead...He was taken sick on Sunday and death relieved him of his sufferings at 3 o'clock Monday morning. The grief stricken family have the sympathy of all. He was in his twelfth year and was a bright and studious scholar and promised to be more than an ordinary one.
Philadelphia -
Fannie Washburn, died Wednesday about 8 P.M., Feb. 4, youngest daughter of George and Jane Washburn.
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Theresa -
The wife of Joseph Fayel died very suddenly at her residence on Tuesday. The funeral was held at the house on Thursday and was largely attended. The Rev. G. G. Perrne officiated.
Mrs. Bodman, or Mother Bodman, as she is called, if she lives to see the 22 of this month, will be 103 years old. She is quite feeble at present.
The wife of the late Schuyler Soper died at her son's residence, Norris Soper, on Wednesday, January 28, age near 80 years.
Antwerp -
Most of the ice houses in town are being filled. The ice is about one foot thick and all blue. No snow ice this winter, it is of extra quality.
Several cases of measles in town.
Redwood -
Adam Bicklehaupt has been on a tour of business to New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington, Pittsburgh, Cincinnati, Buffalo and home again. He says that Washington, aside from the public buildings, is not much of a place.
Sterlingville -
James Swift, formerly of this place, is stopping here at present. He will engage in the manufacture of brick at Carthage, the coming summer.
There will be a donation for the benefit of the Rev. T. Richie at the residence of Alex. Ricket, on February 5.
Henderson -
Bert Tyler has taken in a board, who intends to remain a while. He is a light-weight champion - weight 10 pounds.
On Thursday, Jan. 29, Rev. Daniel L. Fisher of Canton, NY, a former pastor of the Universalist Church in this place, was married to Cara A. Barns of Henderson. They were married in the Universalist Church by Rev. L. B. Fisher, of Rochester. There were many valuable presents. The church was very finely decorated by the ladies of the society and although the weather was very stormy and roads bad, yet the church was well filled and the affair passed off finely and all enjoyed the occasion. On the evening of Jan. 30, the friends made a donation party. In spite of the inclemency of the weather, the
donation amounted to $100. The next morning the happy couple started for Rochester and other points west. We wish them much joy.
Huntingtonville -
We regret to hear of the death of B. P. Woodworth of Champion.
Since the body of Myrtle Cole, who died at Buffalo of diphtheria, was brought here and interred some two weeks ago, the school has been less in number, as parents feared contagion from those who had been exposed.
We regret to hear of the death of Dr. Walter R. Dix, who died at the residence of his son, Merrit Dix, in Wisconsin. He was an old resident of this place, but had been away from here some 18 months.
Sackets Harbor -
Bro. Gannet, the good Democrat of Galloup Island, thinks, with a little alteration, Lighthouse Keeper Johnson's suit will fit him.
Depauville -
The event of the week was the marriage of Anthony D. Graffer to Miss Ellen Smith, daughter of Sullivan Smith, of this place. The couple were joined in wedlock by Rev. J. E. Wright, at the residence of the bride, Thursday at 2 o'clock P.M. We extend our congratulations and wish them peace and prosperity in their journey through life.
There was a donation held for Rev. Mr. Wright of the M. E. Church in Fox's Hall last Wednesday evening. Proceeds were about $40.
Belleville -
They have a little daughter at Mr. and Mrs. Adelbert Scott's.
Cape Vincent-
Mercury 20 degrees below zero on Monday. The bear must have seen his shadow, so look out for more winter.
same issue, p. 12:
Briefs -
Diphtheria is infesting St. Lawrence County.
Sheriff Felt has appointed B. C. Budd of Carthage, as Deputy Sheriff for the town of Wilna.
Silas Freeman of Champion, who died a few weeks ago, had been a resident of that town and occupied the same farm for fifty-five years.
J. C. Colligan of Rutland, Jeff. Co., and Miss Libbie Radigan, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Radigan, were married at St. Stephen's Church in Croghan, Tuesday, by Rev. George Schlitt.
There were registered in Theresa for the year 1884, 50 deaths, 45 births and 25 marriages...
This is posted as a two-page issue and it appears that most of it was included in the February 4 grouping.
Briefs-
George Baker of Natural Bridge, has received a back pension of $960.
Mrs. John Chamberlain, mother of Hon. Worth Chamberlain, of Canton, is dead.
Mrs. Salmon Johnson, one of the oldest residents of the village of Martinsburgh, died a few days ago, age 88. Thomas Wright, father of J. W. Wright of Copenhagen, died in Eau Claire, Wi., recently, age 92. He leaves a widow nearly the same age.
Mary F. Jacobs, wife of Jacob, M.D. Jacobs, of Oswego is dead. She was nearly 81 years of age and married Mr. Jacobs at Sackets Harbor in 1818.
John C. Smith died in Croghan at ten o'clock Sunday morning. He had been in his usual health until shortly before his death, and worked through the previous day. Heart disease is attributed as the cause for his sudden death.
Fanny S., daughter of Simeon Dexter of Black River, departed this life at 2 o'clock Thursday morning. The deceased was a former resident of this city and was a member of the graduating class of 1881 at the High School. She was 22 years, 4 months and 8 days.
Mrs. Druse, who was recently arrested for the cold-blooded murder of her husband at Warren, Herkimer Co., was never a resident of Carthage. Inquiry develops the fact that it was Lyman Tifft and not William, who died at Carthage some years ago. His wife survived him and lived and died at her daughter's near Great Bend. Her only daughter is Mrs. A. H. Tucker, of Felts Mills. Mrs. Druse's maiden name was Roxana Teffts, not Tifft.
Obituary -
Howard N. Otis - Last Wednesday morning the entire community was shocked upon learning of the said and unexpected death of Howard N. Otis...the deceased was the third son of Mr. and Mrs. David D. Otis and was born in this city Nov. 11, 1855....Mr. Otis leaves his mother, his brothers, Charles M. and David, of New York and his sisters, Mrs. Joseph S. Green and Miss M. Fanny Otis, of this city, to mourn his loss. The funeral services were very largely attended from the family resident on Washington St., Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock, Rev. G. B. Stevens officiating. The floral tributes were unusually numerous and beautiful, among them being a knapsack with blanket rolled, from the 39th Separate Company; a ground work of flowers on which was a floral standard being a 500 yard target with the score, from the rifle team of the 39th; a magnificent cross, from the Union Club; a standard bearing the initials "R.P.F.P", from the Flower Phalanx; a handsome scroll bearing the word "Jeffersonian," from the Jeffersonian Club. Besides these there were numerous and handsome tributes from individual friends...following this portion of the obituary, several resolutions from various clubs were included in honor of Mr. Otis.
same issue, p. 5:
Theresa -
On Thursday evening of last week a party of about 30 invited guests assembled at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Lester Pool in honor of their sixth anniversary of wedded life. About as many more from the village of Theresa were invited, but on account of the sever snow storm did not attend. We learn that those who did attend had a very nice time...
Sterlingville-
Georgie, little son of Mr. and Mrs. W. G. Mosher, died of croup on Feb. 10, age about six years. This is the second child they have lost by the same disease. They are now left childless.
F. H. DeLancy returned last week from Canada, bringing with him a wife. He was married at Selig's Bay, Ontario, Feb. 11th to Miss Anna Eaton of that place.
Briefs-
Carthage will have two brickyards in operation next summer and a third one is being talked of.
William McCreory, a Belleville fireman, inhaled smoke at a fire. When he reached home he was taken ill and died of pneumonia.
Byron VanPatten of Lowville has received a back pension of $2,500 and will hereafter receive a monthly allowance of $28.
Farmers in the vicinity of Carthage have already commenced hiring their hands for the next season. They are offering from $18 to $20 per month.
Miss Jennie Hogan, who was a well known resident of this city, died at Troy Sunday morning. She was a sister of the late Rev. James Hogan, so long and favorably known as the pastor of St. Patrick's Church in that city, Mrs. James Swift of Kingston, Canada, and aunt of John W. Hogan, clerk in Attorney General O'Brien's office at Albany.
At their residence in LaFargeville, Thursday, the 50th anniversary of the marriage of Mr. and Mrs. William Snyder was celebrated. All of their children and a number of their grandchildren were present. A bountiful repast was served. Gold coin and other presents were given. Mr. and Mrs. Snyder are among the oldest and most respected citizens. They were born in Orange County, and Mr. Snyder came to LaFargeville in 1835, and they have ever since resided there.
same issue, p. 6:
Antwerp -
Wm. and Harlow Hathaway, of this village, received the news last week of the death of their father who lived at Harrisville. The funeral was held at that place last Wednesday.
The death of Mrs. Miser, mother-in-law of Alonzo Chapin, of this village, died at his residence on Mechanic St, Monday, February 16.
Barnes Corners -
Mr. A. Woolworth's little boy, Bertie, died February 16th.
Mr. Alvin Stafford died in Montague on Feb. 9th, and also Mr. Noble of the same place.
Sackets Harbor-
The Lakeside Skating Rink, Hemmins & Bowton proprietors, was opened one week ago with a full house and music by the 12th Infantry Band. The new rink is the finest we have ever seen, and all who have skated on the floor, say it is the best floor they ever skated on. They are fast gaining the public patronage, which they deserve, for they have spared neither pains or expense in fitting up the rink.
Plessis-
The funeral of Mrs. Nelson House was held in the M. E. Church on the 10th inst. Mrs. House died of consumption. She leaves a husband and children to mourn her loss.
Many changes are taking place in this village. Mr. J. H. Cline has sold Plessis cheese factory to Mr. Payne. Mr. John Putman has bought the house, lot and pasture which belonged to the Hardy estate and is to take possession March first. Mrs. Fannie Hardy has bought B. Ostranders house and lot in this village, consideration $550. Mr. Squire Putman will move on his father's farm the first of March. Mr. John Schultz takes possession of his house in this village soon.
Belleville-
Cards are out announcing the marriage of Miss Addie D. Dexter to M. E. Fish of Rome, NY., on Thursday evening of this week.
Sterlingville -
Mr. and Mrs. James Quinn of Evans Mills, was snowbound here for several days last week.
James Short of this place has been a voter in this town for over fifty years and never missed an election and but one town meeting during that time. He went four miles through the storm last Tuesday to vote and cast a straight Democrat vote, as he always does.
Briefs -
Mrs. Jessie Brown, a resident of Lowville for 60 years, died Sunday, age 83.
This city would be a dull one this winter were it not for the roller skating and progressive euchre crazes.
The paper mill at Great Bend has shut down for an indefinite time, throwing a good many men out of employment.
The congregation of the Methodist Episcopal Church at Chaumont gave their pastor, J. A. Cosgrove, a donation on last Friday night, Feb. 27, amounting to nearly $100, all in solid cash.
Stephen G. Martin, a former resident of this city, died at Janesville, Wis., last week. He was for a number of years editor of the Democratic Standard,of this city, and correspondent for several medical journals. He held a commission as U.S. Custom House Officer during the patriot rebellion, and was for a number of years postmaster and held other offices of trust.
Miss Minnie, daughter of Charles Springsteen, was, Wednesday afternoon, married to Charles Merriman of Black River. The ceremony was performed at the residence of the bride's parents on Boyd Street. After a short wedding tour, the happy couple will take up their residence at Black River.
same issue, p. 8:
Antwerp-
John D. Ellis and wife left Saturday for Washington. They will remain there through the inauguration of President Cleveland, and will then join their daughter at New Orleans where they will enjoy a few weeks at the exposition.
Carthage -
The sympathies of the community are with J. O'Reilly in his recent bereavement over the loss of his wife.
Belleville -
M. D. Swan and daughter have returned from a visit to this brother, Daniel Swan, at Leavenworth, Kan.
Mr. and Mrs. Chester Wright celebrated the 35th anniversary of their marriage Tuesday evening.
The social event of the season occurred at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Besto Dexter, on Thursday evening, February 26, at which their accomplished daughter, Addie D. was married to E. W. Fish, of Rome. The ceremony was performed very nicely by Rev. A. E. Corse, after which a fine collation was served to the large company. There were many useful and valuable presents from the many friends of the contracting parties. The bride wore a handsome olive drab surah silk dress. Mr. Fish formerly lived here, but is now the billing clerk for the R. W. & O. R. R. at Rome where he is very popular as well as at this place. Mrs. Fish will be greatly missed here in society. All join in wishing them much happiness. Mr. Fish and bride left for Rome Saturday morning.
Cape Vincent-
Indications now point to a mammoth gathering of G.A.R. Posts on Carleton Island during the coming summer. The site for the encampment is near the old fort on the head of the island.
Black River-
Clark Glass has purchased the house and lot formerly owned by J. St. Lewis on Friendship Street.
Will Hadley has returned from Buffalo where he has been to the Medical College.
Evans Mills-
Wm. M. Comstock left for Washington, D. C., Friday
Geo. Petrie has sold his new dwelling on Willow Street to Jonas Petrie. Paul B. Clark has sold his farm to J. F. Drake. Mr. Clark will build a fine residence the coming season on Main Street.
Dexter -
The Casino Rink is running full blast. We have a number of very good skaters, both ladies and gentlemen. The managers, Messrs. Casler & Wood, leaving nothing undone to please all who attend.
Theresa-
Mrs. George Brown of Utica is in town visiting her daughter, Mrs. William Sharp.
Supreme Court -
County of Jefferson - Charles Rhiner against Christopher Rhiner, Emily Rhiner, his wife, Luella Miller, Flora Foley, Jennie Stitts, children of Stephen Rhiner, deceased, Mary Rhiner, wife of Joseph Rhiner, deceased, Mary Ann Delong, Katie Rhiner, Frank Plant, Alice Rhiner, Addie Rhiner, Josephine Rhiner, Emma Riley, children of Joseph Rhiner, deceased, Fannie Rhiner, wife of Darius Rhiner, deceased, Emma Rhiner and Maggie Rhiner, children of said Darius Rhiner, deceased, Adelia Rhiner, wife of Charles Rhiner, the plaintiff, Amanda Allen, Margaret Newman, Catharine Freeman and Harriet Dawley. To the above named defendants: Your are hereby summoned to answer the complaint in this action...within 20 days...Dated February 23, 1885 by Mullin & Griffin, Plaintiff's Attorneys...this action is to partition in pursuance of Title One, Chap. 14, Article 2d of the Code of Civil Procedure of the State of New York about eight acres of land situated in the town of Philadelphia, Jeff. Co., NY..and being same premises described in two certain deeds made by Orville Hungerford and wife to Joseph Rhiner, one dated March 18, 1841 and recorded in Jeff. Co. Clerk's Office, April 14, 1841, Liber O3 of Deeds page 210, the other dated July 8, 1844, recorded in said Clerk's Office on September 4, 1844, Liber Z3 of Deeds, page 443 &c. Dated February 28, 1885 by Mullin & Griffin...
same issue, p. 6:
Belleville-
Miss May Edwards has accepted a position as teacher of instrumental music at Cook Academy, Havana, NY, from which place she graduated last June. Miss Edwards is an accomplished musician and teacher. We wish her success in her new position.
Theresa-
Frank Parker attended the inauguration of President Cleveland and returned home Saturday.
William Sheley is the happy father of a bouncing boy.
Mark Harris is learning the blacksmith's trade with S. G. Cameron
Antwerp-
J. Tamblin of Black River, was the guest of his daughter, Mrs. Dr. Wood of this village.
C. A. Shaver, Principal of Antwerp High School, received a telegram last Friday announcing his appointment to the Office of School Commissioner, in the place of Prof. C. E. Hawkins, much to the regret of the community of this vicinity whose sympathy was with another candidate.
Adams-
Fred D. Fox has gone to Ellisvillage to start a watch and jewelry store. He has the best wishes of his old patrons in Adams.
Benj. Randall of Chicago, formerly of Adams, has been visiting old friends. He came east to attend the funeral of Clark Bailey, his sister's husband.
Alexandria Bay-
The lads of this village have formed a band of eighteen pieces, with Frank Baker as leader. They have been steadily practicing all winter. It is their intention to give a concert at the church on the 13th inst., when it is to be hoped they will meet with good success. The price of admission is 25 cents.
Lorraine-
The venerable Robert Piddock, the oldest resident of the town of Lorraine, died at the residence of his son, William, on the 4th day of March after a short illness. He was born in England 100 years ago, April 2d. He came to this country and stopped in Utica for three years, and then came to this town where he has lived for fifty or sixty years. During his long life he has enjoyed robust health, but has been unable on account of lameness to leave the house for many years, but has been kindly cared for by his son, William, and his wife. His funeral was held at his late residence Saturday at 11 o'clock, sermon by Rev. P. LaClare, assisted by Revs. Crofoot, Richardson and Loveland. Of his family now living are Mrs. M. Cornell, Charles, William, Mrs. A. D. Waters and Robert, Jr.
Our community was pained on Monday last to hear of the death of Elisha Allen. The deceased was 82 years of age and was born and lived on the same place all of his life. He leaves a wife and three sons to mourn him. He was a good neighbor, a fond father and a kind and loving husband...The funeral services were held at his residence on March 4. He held many prominent offices in town, having been Supervisor four or five times, Justice of the Peace for three terms, and Collector and Constable for a number of years...
Rosiere-
The hotel, which was built about three years ago, is under the management of Mr. John Vautrin. Mr. Vautrin is an old hand at the wheel and is deserving of much credit in the style in which he runs his hotel.
This village has been steadily growing for the past few years and now it can boast of a church, hotel, two mercantile establishments, depot, school house and a number of beautiful and substantial dwellings.
same issue, p. 8:
Briefs-
Michael Fee of this city, has received a pension of $950, and $8 a month.
Isaiah Failing of West Carthage, has sold his farm in LeRay, containing 56 acres, to Henry Rarick for $2,500.
A. T. Carter, of Great Bend, has shipped six car loads of potatoes to New York and has two car loads more, ready to send next week.
J. T. Ross, of this city, has the sympathy of his many friends in his sad affliction caused by the death of his mother, which occurred last week at New Haven, CT.
W. W. Rice, of Carthage, has sold his property, and together with his family, leaves today for Pitosky, Michigan, where they will reside in the future. Mr. Rice will engage in the tanning business in that village.
At the Young Men's Driving Park Thursday afternoon, Benj. Helmer's horse, Bay Tony, won a race in two straight heats from A. M. Gould's colt, Bay Billy. The best time was 3:02 1/2 and Mr. Helmer thinks more than ever of his equine possession.
Charles Bibbins, an old resident of Rodman, died last week Tuesday. The deceased was born in Saratoga, Saratoga Co., NY, but had spent the greater part of his life in Rodman. He professed conversion in a great revival in 1840 and united with the M. E. Church. His widow and an only son, S. H. Bibbins, of Burr's Mills, survive him. His funeral was largely attended from the M. E. Church at Rodman, on Thursday, March 5, Rev. C. Phelps of Verona, NY, preached the sermon; Revs. LaClar, Stokes and G. W. Plank assisting in the services.
Briefs-
Mrs. A. Simonet of Croghan, has graduated in medicine from a college in Buffalo.
Rev. W. P. Huntington, brother of Bishop Huntington, died a few days ago at Amherst, Mass., age 80.
Mr. and Mrs. W. P. Ball of Rutland, will celebrate the 50th anniversary of their marriage, March 26.
Miss Mattie King of Worth, died of diphtheria, March 11, age 18 years, 10 months, 3 days, at the residence of Dewitt Strickland, in Adams.
Wednesday at the residence of the bride's father, Lorenzo Rogers, of Bradley Street, occurred the marriage of Clinton A. Marshall and Miss Ella M. Rogers, of this city, Rev. W. H. Reese officiating. The ceremony took place in the presence of a large company of friends and relatives.
same issue, p. 4:
Antwerp-
James Cunningham, who was injured by logs rolling on him in Copley's lumber woods, has so far recovered as to be on our streets again, although somewhat lame. It is reported that he will not be well enough to work any more this winter, but will take charge of the saw mill in the spring where he is head sawyer.
Dr. G. H. Wood of this village received a telegram Saturday noon announcing the death of Mr. Tamblin, Mrs. Wood's father. Both left on the afternoon train for Black River.
Elder Canfield of Oswego, was called to officiate at the funeral of Norman Stephenson who was buried on Tuesday last.
same issue, p. 5:
Jackson Tamblin, associate and Justice of the Peace, and a well known and highly respected citizen of Black River, dropped dead on the street, Saturday morning while on his way to the depot to take the train for Felts Mills. Mr. Tamblin has been affected with heart disease for some time and has been ill during the winter, so that his death was not entirely unexpected...He was age 55 years, 2 months and 15 days and had married twice. His first wife was a Miss Mallory and his second, a daughter of Noble Clark, who survives him as well as two children: Mrs. Dr. G. H. Wood of Antwerp, and Dr. J. H. Tamblin of Black River. The deceased has served as Justice of the Peace for 22 years and was elected Associate Justice last November...
Briefs -
Samuel Branagan of Carthage, has received a back pension of $650.
The next attraction at the Empire Rink will be two bicycle riders who will engage in a game of polo.
Mrs. George N. Kennedy, the wife of Judge Kennedy, died in Syracuse, last Thursday evening of pneumonia.
G. W. Smith of Philadelphia, formerly of Ox-Bow, died Saturday of consumption of the bowels, age 25 years, 8 months, 7 days.
Misses Nellie Vrooman and Libbie Hart of Champion, will start for Iowa the last of this month, where they have secured positions as teachers.
Fred Bacon, the oldest son of Charles Bacon of Natural Bridge, died last week. This is the last of a family of six children who have died of diphtheria since the breaking out of the epidemic here.
Mrs. Sarah Hammond of Carthage, has a relic in the form of an old family Bible printed in Holland in 1736. It is four inches thick and weighs seventeen pounds. Large sums of money have been offered for it, but Mrs. Hammond will not part with it.
A fifteen pound cannon ball bearing marks of great age, has been dug up on Chimney Island in the St. Lawrence River. It is believed to be a relic of the fight at Fort Levi, which occurred in 1760, and in which old Israel Putman, then at English Lieutenant Colonel, took part.
Horace G. Dodge, a well known resident of this city, who has been ill for some time past, died Sunday, age 54. He was a member of Jefferson Union Lodge and Montezuma Encampment, I. O. O. F., the Grand Army of the Republic and the Ancient Order of United Workmen, all of which organizations will attend his funeral which takes place today.
A telegram was received at Carthage announcing the sudden death of DeWitt J. Cummings, at Denver, Colorado. He was a son of D. C. Cummings of Carthage, and age 28. He has been in Denver between three and four years, engaged as clerk in the post office at that city. He was a young man of excellent habits, fine intellect, and was admired by all who knew him. He studied law with the firm of Lansing & Rogers of this city, and was admitted to the bar at the age of 23. His sudden death has cast a gloom over a large circle of friends and with double force upon the family.
same issue, p. 8:
Belleville -
Mr. Byron Fox of Depauville, NY has moved here so he can educate his children at the academy. We welcome him to our midst, and may he still be happy under President Cleveland.
Ambrose Brimmer has made a plane or plow for keeping the track down even with the sides of the road and it is a grand success, too.
Plessis -
Your correspondent did not make mention last week of the sudden death of Mr. Isaac Ritter of Theresa, which occurred on the 9th inst., in Mr. Wiswell's store in this village. The cause is supposed to have been a disease of the heart.
Stoney Island-
School closed last week. Our teacher, Dr. A. Stettson, has left for his home in E. Hounsfield.
Philadelphia-
Samuel Rogers and wife, colored jubilee singers, gave an entertainment in Eagle Hotel Hall on Monday evening.
The pupils of the senior department have presented their teacher, W. A. Baldin, with the complete works of Shakespeare. This speaks well for the teacher.
Mrs. Alma Bartles - Mrs. Bartles died a few days ago in Philadelphia, and at her funeral there was only one mourner, her five-year old son, Stephen...Her maiden name was Alma Shew and she was born in Watertown in 1846. She was carefully brought up and received an excellent education. About 1870, she married Dr. Bartles of Williamsport, PA and went there to reside, where her beauty became a popular craze. After having borne her husband three children, she was taken ill and was sent to Philadelphia where she was attended by one of the best physicians of that city. She returned to Williamsport, apparently restored to health but occasionally had strange delusions. After the birth of her fourth child, in the winter of 1879 she was attacked with fever, and only recovered from a lingering illness...her corpse was shipped to Watertown, NY. The child was taken to Brooklyn. Dr. A. M. Shew of Middletown, Conn., is an uncle of the deceased woman. The remains were brought to this city and will be interred at Evans Mills.
Please note: this is a very long article about the many unfortunate events that occurred with Mrs. Bartles and descendants will want the full column.
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