>From the Rochester Daily Union and Advertiser Rochester, Monroe County, New York MAY 31, 1900 - Part 2 Page 7 TWO PICKPOCKETS HELD FOR TRIAL Conclusive Evidence Against the Buffalo "Grafters." Operated During the Decoration Day Parade but Came to Grief Through Vigilance of Police. Examination Results in Both Being Held for the Supreme Court — Committed to Jail. Roswell CAMPBELL and Charles BROWN, the two pickpockets who were arrested yesterday while operating in the Decoration Day crowd, were examined in the Police Court to- day, and the examination resulted in both being held for the grand jury. The evidence against them was conclusive. The amount of bail was not fixed, and they were committed to jail. The cases will at once be taken before the grand jury, which is now in session. Both of the young men hail from Buffalo, and they are members of a gang of four pickpockets who came to the city yesterday morning for the purpose of operating in the crowds on the streets while the parade was passing. The two who were arrested were the "grafters" who were in the gang, and the two who were not arrested are the ones whose duty it was to be near when the "grafters" operated, so that the stolen pocketbooks could be handed to them for the purpose of destroying the evidence against the ones who actually committed the theft. The two members of the gang who got away were seen by a number of persons and the pickpockets who were captured were identified as men seen in company with the others. The catches are two of the best made in the pickpocket line in Rochester in some time. It is a difficult matter to get evidence against pickpockets, as it is necessary to catch them in the very act of stealing in order to be sure of a conviction. So the fact that there is conclusive evidence against the men in custody shows how cleverly the police did their work. CAMPBELL was arrested at the Four Corners by Detective O'BRIEN while he was picking the pocket of Mrs. Elizabeth FOLTAN of 108 Curtis street. The woman testified that she was at the corner and that she knew nothing about her pocket being picked till the detective showed her the pocketbook that had been stolen from her. The detective described the arrest of the man substantially as it was given in The Union yesterday. He said that he was at the corners and that he saw four men who were acting suspiciously and watched their movements. The result was that he saw CAMPBELL pick Mrs. FOLTAN's pocket and placed him under arrest before he had a chance to pass the stolen pocketbook to his companion, who stood near at the time. BROWN was identified by the detective as one of the four he saw at the corners before he arrested CAMPBELL. BROWN was arrested at the corner of East avenue and Main street, east, for picking the pocket of Mrs. Mary LANGSCHWAGER of Gilmore street. He was arrested by Officer HURLEY, who does duty on Main street, east. The woman who was robbed stated that she felt some one tugging at her skirt, and, putting her hand into her pocketbook she found that her pocketbook was gone. She turned and saw BROWN making off with the pocketbook. She gave the alarm, and HURLEY, who was near, made his way to the young man, who by this time was in the act of offering the stolen pocketbook back to the woman. It contained about $7. Officer HURLEY took him to the police station. After hearing the evidence in the case, Judge ERNST held both of the thieves for the Supreme Court, and committed them to jail without fixing the amount of bail. That the young men are professional crooks there is no doubt, and the police will probably have their records in a few days. They have operated all along the line between New York and Buffalo. They were defended by an attorney, showing that members of their gang came to their assistance to look after their interests. Mrs. David HARE of 28 Saxton street was one of the victims of the pickpockets yesterday. Her pocket was picked when she was watching the parade at the Four Corners. Her purse, which was taken, contained $1.09. SUICIDE OF A HOTEL MAN. Despondent R.S. AIKENHEAD, Ends His Life With Poison in His Room at the Livingston. R.S. AIKENHEAD, who had been engaged to manage the Livingston Hotel during the summer season, while the proprietor, George W. SWEENEY, is at the Hotel Ontario, was found dead in bed in his room at the hotel at noon yesterday by a chambermaid. In the room was found a bottle of laudanum. It was evident that none had been taken from the bottle. The man was found lying on his bed, dressed in his vest and trousers. He had evidently died while smoking, for a half-burned cigar was found on this shirt-bosom. Coroner KLEINDIENST was called and ordered the body removed to the morgue. After investigation he this morning issued a certificate of death from poison taken with suicidal intent. In the man's pocket was found what is supposed to be memoranda for a will. The notes say : "Pay Harry BELL $100. Pay F. HARVEY $100, and whatever my proportion of the lot amounts to. Pay Max AMBERG cash $35 and for clothes about $26.50. That's all." The following memoranda is supposed to indicate the dead man's assets : Hotel Men's Mutual Benefit League, $1,500; New York Mutual Life Insurance Company, $1,000; Berkshire Life Insurance Company, $1,000. AIKENHEAD came here two weeks ago from Niagara Falls. He did not appear to grasp the plan which Mr. SWEENEY had arranged for the conduct of the hotel during the summer, and finally, on his employer learning that he was in the habit of sleeping from one to two hours after each meal, was informed that his services would be dispensed with. Night before last he announced to Mr. SWEENEY that he was going home the next morning. Mr. SWEENEY invited him to remain over a few days as his guest at the Hotel Ontario, and the man consented. That was the last seen of the man alive. He went to his room immediately after the conversation with Mr. SWEENEY and evidently died a short time after lying down. Mr. SWEENEY stated yesterday that in his opinion the man was slave to some drug, as at times he appeared stupid, and also on account of his habit ... (didn't get rest of article). WILLIAM R. GRAY. Death of a Well Known and Highly Respected Citizen. William R. GRAY, one of the oldest and best known citizens of Rochester, a man who held the respect and esteem of all who knew him and whose many kindly acts had endeared him to hundreds of people, died this morning at his home No. 33 Pearl street, aged 78 years. Mr. GRAY was born in Scotland and came to this city in 1842, residing here continuously since. He was a member of the Universalist Church for more than fifty years and had attended First Universalist Church on Clinton avenue, south, since it was built. He was a life long Democrat and since the outbreak of the Boer war a most ardent sympathizer with the defeated Boers. For many years Mr. GRAY conducted a merchant tailoring business in this city, but for the past fifteen years had not been actively engaged in any mercantile pursuit. He is survived by his wife, one son, William C. GRAY, and two grandchildren. ROSCOE B. ASHLEY. Death of a Well Known Rochesterian at Los Angeles, Cal. Roscoe B. ASHLEY, a well known Rochesterian, died yesterday morning at Los Angeles, Cal., aged 76 years. He was the son of Isaac ASHLEY and with his father conducted the old Clinton Hotel on Exchange street for forty years, until 1880. On account of Mrs. ASHLEY's failing health Mr. ASHLEY went with her to Los Angeles four years ago. He had been seriously ill for the past ten days. The deceased is survived by his wife, four sons, George, Chester, Lewis and Fred ASHLEY, and a sister-in-law, Mrs. Alfred WRIGHT, all of this city. The interment will be made in Los Angeles. Announcements. — Margaret McNEIL died yesterday at the Home for the Friendless, aged 80 years. — Mary E., infant daughter of Louis and Lena MURA, died yesterday at the family residence, No. 54 Wagner street. — The funeral of James FOWLER was held from the residence of his brother, Henry FOWLER, in Chili, at 9 o'clock this morning and at 10 o'clock from St. Fechan's Church. — The funeral of George M. CONE was held from the family residence, No. 181 1-2 North Union street, at 2:30 o'clock this afternoon. — William Richardson GRAY died yesterday afternoon at the family residence, No. 33 Pearl street, aged 78 years and 10 months. — Lena SCHAEFER died yesterday at St. Mary's Hospital, aged 31 years. Deceased is survived by one son, Joseph, and a sister, Mrs. Anna GOEHRY. — The funeral of Mrs. Mary D. TEFFT was held from the family residence, No. 234 West avenue, at 2 o'clock this afternoon. — The funeral of Mrs. Joseph STEPHANY was held from the family residence, No. 79 Nassau street, at 8:30 o'clock this morning and at 9 o'clock from St. Joseph's Church. — The funeral of Mrs. Anna PLANER was held from the family residence, No. 251 Maple street, at 8:30 o'clock this morning and at 9 o'clock from SS. Peter and Paul's Church. — Mrs. Charlotte A. PELKINGTON died yesterday afternoon at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. S. HENLY, No. 400 Central park, aged 73 years. Deceased is survived by one son, Frederick W. PELKINGTON, and two daughters, Mrs. S. HENLY and Mrs. Ida M. RUGRAFF. MAY 31, 1900 Page 10 KELSEY — MUNT. Wedding of Le Roy Young People LE ROY, May 31. — The pleasant home of Mr. and Mrs. George W. KELSEY, four miles north of this village, was the scene of a pretty wedding yesterday afternoon, when their daughter, Miss Flora A. KELSEY, was given in marriage to George E. MUNT, also of Le Roy. The house had been prettily decorated for the occasion with flowers and especially the parlor where the ceremony took place. Here was a bank of ferns and lilacs. At 3 o'clock the bridal party descended the stairs leading to the parlor, Mendelssohn's wedding march being played by Miss Mary C. MAC VEAN. Rev. James A. ANDERSON, pastor of the Presbyterian Church, performed the ceremony in his usually impressive manner, which was witnessed by about thirty guests. The bride, who was attired in a gown of lavender and white organdie trimmed with lavender ribbon, carried bride roses and was attended by her sister, Miss Florence KELSEY. The latter wore white Persian lawn and carried pink roses, Edward MUNT, brother of the groom, acted as best man. At the close of the ceremony a bountiful repast was served and the bride and groom departed on the evening train for a short trip. Upon their return they will reside at the groom's home, northwest of Le Roy. The young couple were the recipients of many gifts. Two more Le Roy young people were united in marriage on Tuesday at West Bloomfield by Rev. Mr. STEVENS. They were William P. BRADLEY and Miss Neva THOMAS, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry (didn't get rest of article). Submitted by Sylvia Olson

>From the Rochester Daily Union and Advertiser Rochester, Monroe County, New York MAY 31, 1900 - Part 1 Page 3 DIED. ASHLEY — After a brief illness, in California, Roscoe B. ASHLEY, in the 76th year of his age. — Internment in Los Angeles. GRAY — At his late residence, 33 Pearl st., Wednesday evening, May 30, 1900, William R. GRAY, aged 78 years 10 months. — Notice of funeral hereafter. MURRAY — At his late residence, 120 Oak street, John A. MURRAY. He leaves a widow, three daughters and two sons. — Funeral Saturday morning from the residence of his daughter, 46 Danforth street, at 8:30 and at 9 o'clock from the Cathedral. Wedding and Death at Lyons. Special Dispatch to Union and Advertiser. LYONS, May 31. — Richard HURTON and Mrs. Ida CRAWFORD, both of Clyde, were married last evening by Justice of the Peace Dr. Frank H. McOMBER of the latter's residence on Phelps street this village. Louis C. WALTERS, a well-known caterer and chef, died yesterday afternoon at his home on Rice street, from consumption and catarrh of the stomach. Deceased was 60 years of age and is survived by a widow. He had been chef at leading hostelries throughout the country and some years had been chef at leading hotels at the Thousand ... (didn't get rest of article). MAY 31, 1900 Page 6 Instrument Admitted to Probate by the Surrogate. Surrogate BENTON this afternoon admitted to probate the will of Elizabeth FOLEY, who died in this city on May 14th leaving an estate of $600. By the terms of a will made May 13th, the testatrix leaves everything to William FARRELL, who is named as executor. DECREE OF SETTLEMENT. Charles C. FORCE Discharged from Duties as Executor. A decree of final settlement was this morning issued to Charles C. FORCE, as executor of the will of Mary L. WEBBER. The executor charges himself with $4,882.08, and credits himself with $1,349.64 leaving a balance of $3,532.44. Civil Service Commissioner Resign. Civil Service Commissioner E.W. MERRILL has resigned office on account of the fact that his business as superintendent of the Rochester Bridge and Iron Works obliges him to be out of the city a great deal. The mayor has not yet accepted the services of Commissioner MERRILL. Anna R. BRAUN. Miss Anna R. BRAUN, daughter of Mrs. Phillippine BRAUN and the late John BRAUN, aged 37 years, died last evening at the family residence, No. 371 Lyell avenue. She leaves, besides her mother, one brother, John BRAUN, and three sisters, Mrs. George OHRIG, Mrs. Clarence E. HOLLINSHEAD and Miss Catherine BRAUN, all of this city. Death in Charlotte. William STERN died last night at the family residence at Charlotte, aged 82 years. He is survived by three sons and six daughters. The funeral will be held Saturday morning at 9:30 from Holy Cross Church at Charlotte. RECOVERED CONSCIOUSNESS. Narrow Escape of the Boy Who Fell Into the Canal. The boy who was fished out of the canal near Moore street by Michael GRANT yesterday morning and was removed in an unconscious condition to the City Hospital, did not recover consciousness till this morning at 3:30 o'clock. He gave his name as George DUNKHORST, said he lived on Colvin street and that he was fishing on the bank of the canal when he fell in. Being unable to swim he could not help himself beyond calling for help. The physicians at the hospital worked for several hours over the boy before there were any signs of returning life and it was 3:30 this morning before he had recovered sufficiently to give his name. SARAH A. DIX'S WILL. Instrument Admitted to Probate by the Surrogate To-Day. Surrogate BENTON this morning admitted the will of Sarah A. DIX, who died in this city on May 5th, leaving an estate consisting of $10,000 in realty and $21,000 in personalty. The will was made on March 19, 1898, in the presence of Mary S. ANTHONY and Derrick W. ROSS and designates Harriet L. GERE and Flora DIX PROCTOR executors of the estate. The estate gives $?,500 to a son, Frank A. DIX; $5,000 and life use of $5,000 to Ella DIX MOSHER; $3,500 to Fanny DIX BROWN; $5,000 and the life use of $5,000 to Flora DIX PROCTOR. (Didn't get rest of article.) Submitted by Sylvia Olson

>From the Rochester Daily Union and Advertiser Rochester, Monroe County, New York May 24, 1900 Page 7 Announcements. — The funeral of Otto A. ROESICKE was held from the family residence, No. 16 Fairview Heights, at 9:30 o'clock this morning. — The funeral of Louisa C. ELMORE was held from No. ?6 East avenue at 2:30 o'clock this afternoon. — Volney A., infant son of Volney and Hattie PETTINGER, died last evening at the family residence, No. 33 Webster avenue. — The funeral of Albert G. ZIMMER will be held from the family residence, No. 23 Catherine street, at 2:30 o'clock to-morrow afternoon. — The funeral of George M. SCHMITT will take place to-morrow morning at 7:30 o'clock from the house, 87 Saxton street, and from the Holy Family Church at 8 o'clock. — Mrs. F.D. KNAPP, a former resident of New York city, died yesterday at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. F.B. BALZ, No. 192 Lake avenue. The remains will be taken to Hillsdale, N.Y., for interment. — The funeral of Michael DUNBAR was held from the family residence, No. 299 Jay street, at 9 o'clock this morning and at 9:30 o'clock from St. Patrick's Cathedral. The remains were taken to Hamilton, Ont., for interment. — The funeral of Mrs. Daniel STADLER was held from the residence of her daughter, Mrs. G.H. MEYERS, No. 114 Weld street, at 2 o'clock this afternoon and at 2:30 o'clock from St. Mark's Episcopal Church. — The funeral of James NEIL was held from Mt. Hope chapel at 4 o'clock this afternoon. The services were attended by the survivors of the Old Thirteenth Regiment, of which the deceased was a member. — Word has been received in this city from Rome, Italy, of the death of Sister Marie Monica ST. CLARE, nee Baronesse Marie SCHMIDT von SCHILLINGHORST, after celebrating her fiftieth jubilee in the morning, at the age of 72 years. Deceased was a sister of the late Dr. Christ SCHMIDT of this city, who died about six years ago. She leaves four brothers and two sisters in different parts of Europe to mourn her loss. By special permission of Pope Leo XIII, her remains will be taken to Paderborn, Germany, where she will rest in the family tomb. Submitted by Sylvia Olson

The Record Tioga County, NY #2 Thursday May 10, 1888 LOCAL RECORD. District Attorney J. G. SEARS is in Kansas on business. All the laundries throughout the country use Tulip Soap. George BURGESS, who works at Athens, PA, was at home over Sunday. On his trip to Europe, Mr. BLAINE took a box of Tulip Soap with him. The deep-chested bullfrog in the pool seems to say Tulip Soap! Tulip Soap! Slowly but no less surely the Owego people who went west last December come home. Until further notice School Commissioner - WISWELL will be in his office, in Owego, only by appointment. The Owego edition of the Elmira Telegram, will be sold at an early hour at Candor, hereafter. Mr. and Mrs. Charles COLEMAN, of Elmira were in town Sunday and Monday, the guests of M. COLEMAN. High poles are being erected on the naphtha lighted district for the electric lamps, to be put in on July 1st. A letter received a day or two since from ex-sheriff RODMAN announces his expected return to the effete east. A society wedding at St. Paul's church is a coming social event. Rumor says it may be about the 23rd. The "old reliable" Tioga National Bank presents its quarterly statement lot to its patrons through the RECORD to-day. Mr. Michael HALL and two children, have returned from California, where they passed the winter with Mr. HALL at San Diego. The quarterly statement of the First National Bank of Owego appears in the RECORD. It will stand scrutiny. Solid institutions always will. The case of the People vs. William BRINK was called Wednesday, by Justice BROOKS, and as there were no appearance, the prisoner was discharged. There was a large attendance Sunday morning at the Baptist church. Communion service and eight recently baptized received the "right hand" of fellowship. The examination of Charles S. SMITH of Newark Valley charged with violating the excise law, has been adjourned until May 12. - Ithaca Journal. Man is made of clay, but for that reason they should not all be called "regular bricks" any more then soap should be called soap just for a name. But Tulip Soap is a soap in every sense. SUPERINTENDENTS For the Tioga County Agricultural Fair. There was a meeting at the Tioga County Agricultural Society Saturday afternoon, at which the following superintendents were elected; Horses, J. C. BARRETT; cattle, W. A. HOLDRIDGE; sheep and swine; Adam HANBURY, Jr.; domestic hall, A. N. POTTER; floral department; E. FORSYTH; vegetable hall, R. P. CORYELL; agriculture implements, A. WOODFORD; poultry, J. S. GILES, marshal, O. P. SIBLEY; assistant, George STILES. Frank CAFFERTY'S Residence Burned. The Frank CAFFERTY'S residence, near SAWYER'S Crossing, Speedsville, was destroyed by fire Friday about 9 o'clock a. m. The house is a total loss. LATER: The fire is supposed to have caught from the kitchen stove. The contents of the house were saved and most of the things from the cellar. The house was insured for $1,200, which will not cover the loss. Although there was a strong wind, it happened to be in a favorable direction, otherwise the barns and other buildings would have been destroyed. BG

THE RECORD Tioga County, NY. March 12, 1891 #3 CANDOR, March 11 1891 - Orin BUTLER, who lives in the Cass district, committed suicide on Monday. He was last seen alive about 1 o'clock in the afternoon. His wife went visiting and on her return, not finding him, went to the barn and they were horrified by finding him dead. He had placed the muzzle of a rifle to his temple and fired. The whole top of his head was blown off. He was forty-five years old and in good financial circumstances. Coroner HARRIS held an inquest Tuesday and the jury brought in the verdict that he came to his death by his own hands while laboring under temporary insanity. The funeral was held Wednesday. Mrs. David PERSONEUS is visiting her son, Rev., Charles PERSONSUS at Sidney Center, Delaware County, NY. Rev., Bishop CARRUTH, of South Danby, preached at the Congregational church Sunday evening. Rev., W. W. SMITH gave an interesting temperance sermon Sunday morning. J. H. JENNINGS is having his house repaired and improved. ESTEY'S tannery is receiving bark from the wilds of Pennsylvania. It is shipped over the D. L. & W. At the meeting of the G. A. R. Saturday night it was decided to remain in the present rooms for another year instead of ones offered by G. W. JOHNSON. Major A. H. KROM had several sheep killed by dogs several weeks ago and he has sued John SAWYER, owner of one of the dogs. The trial is to come off Friday and a lively time is anticipated. The trial will be held before D. C. CRANCE, Esq. Dr. W. E. HOUSE expects to move to Ithaca the last of this month. John WOODFORD of Kansas is visiting at George PUMPELLY'S. Miss Nellie HENDERSON has been on the sick list for several days. Miss Mona RICHARDSON took her place in the school. Mrs. R. S. ROSE has gone to Missouri to see her son, Olin ROSE, who is reported quite ill. Miss Gertrude WARD entertained a company of friends Wednesday night and a fine collation was served. Miss Hattie CARD is visiting friends in Ithaca. The advertised fox hunt took place Saturday and it was a common sight during the day to see able-bodied men led by dogs through the streets. The Masonic fraternity have placed a fine organ in their lodge rooms and money is being raised to pay for the same. Luther ROPER of DANBY, visited his son, Dr., W. E. ROPER, Saturday and Sunday. Mrs. Walter TERRY of Ithaca, is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. H. H. WOOD. C. F. FIEBIG is making improvements on his house by building an addition. TIOGA CENTRE, March 2. - Jerome SCHOONOVER and Miss Lydia VAN OSTRAND were married Feb. 26, 1891, at the brides residence in this place. Rev. N. W. BARNES performed the ceremony. Loren ESTEP has bought the property owned by P. C. WARD: consideration $2,100. Wm. BRINK has moved in the house where the late Daniel COLE lived. The water last week was all over the town. The houses below the post office were surrounded so that the inmates had to use boats to and from them. A dance at Oscar BARDON'S last Friday night. The L. A. S. was held at the Baptist church Friday night. A small number present. County Deputy BARBER organized a grange at Tioga Centre March 3d. The following are the officers: Master, J. C. LATIMER; Overseer, C. D. SMITH; Lecturer; Mr. STRONG; Steward, B. F. BROOKS, Assistant Steward, Wm DUBOIS; Chaplain, J. E. FRENCH; Treasurer, J. E. PEMBLETON; Secretary, Mrs. A. W. POST: Gate Keeper, A. J. HADDOCK; Pomona, Mrs. Wm. BROOKS, Flora Mrs. A. J. HADDOCK; Lady Assistant Steward, Mrs. C. D. SMITH. A baby girl at Mr. and Mrs. Loren ESTOP, born Sunday night. BG

Rochester, Monroe, NY Democrat & Chronicle Sat. Oct 19, 1918 DEATH OF W. C. T. U. WORKER Mrs. Horace A. Metcalf Dies at her Home in Brockport Brockport, Oct. 18 - The death occurred yesterday of Mrs. Horace A. METCALF, one of the best women of Brockport. Her death followed almost a year of sickness most of which she had been confined to the house. Mrs. METCALF was born in Utica, July 20, 1810. She spent her girlhood days in Utica and was educated in the public schools of that city and at Whitestown Seminary. She was of Puritan ancestry. In 1880, through the "sweet, persuasive voice" of Frances WILLARD, she became interested in W. C. T. U., work and was the first president of the local council at Brockport and later became county corresponding secretary. She soon found the work waiting for her and in 1883 was appointed state superintendent of juvenile work. She was a past regent of Monroe Chapter, D. A. R., and one of the most active workers of the organization. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, of which her husband was for years elder and superintendent of its Sunday-school. She was twice married, her first husband was H. E. PERRIGO, and the second Horace A. METCALF, who died in 1911. She is survived by one son Arthur Perrigo, of this village. The funeral will be held to-morrow afternoon at 2:30 and will be private, on account of the epidemic situation. Rev. Mr. WEBSTER of the Presbyterian Church will officiate. Interment will be at Holly. **** LEICESTER M. COOLEY Brockport, Oct. 18 - The death of Leicester Maynard COOLEY, aged 30 years, occurred this noon at his home from pneumonia. He was born in Parma, July 20, 1888. He was a member of the First Baptist Church at Brockport. He is survived by his father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. Maynard COOLEY, and three brothers, Buford, John and Harvey. He was a member of company A. New York Guard, stationed at Rochester. **** MRS. BETSY A. JOHNSON Brockport, Oct. 18 - The death of Mrs. Betsy A. JOHNSON, wife of Theodore JOHNSON, occurred this morning at her home in Clarkson, after an illness of several weeks. She is survived by her husband; four daughters, Mrs. Carry A. FREEMAN, Mrs. Esther REDINGER, Mrs. Grace KING, Mrs. Edythe WILSON; one daughter-in-law, Lettie JOHNSON; one son, Burton E. JOHNSON, and seventeen grandchildren. A private funeral will be held at the residence Sunday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. JOHNSON recently celebrated their fiftieth wedding anniversary. **** ALLEN C. BEACH DIES AT DAUGHTER'S HOME Twice Lieut-Governor of New York State Allen C. BEACH, twice lieutenant-governor and for one term secretary of New York state, died Thursday night at the home of his daughter, Mrs. William V. EWERS, No. 44 North Goodman street, aged 93 years. Mr. BEACH was born on a farm in the town of Fairfield, Herkimer County, October 9, 1825. When a lad he removed to the village of Watertown, in Jefferson county. He attended the old Jordan Academy, in Onondaga county, and later Mexico Academy, in Oswego county. He entered Union College and was graduated from that institution in 1849. Following a brief time as teacher in the Watertown Academy, he entered upon the study of Law and was admitted to the bar in 1852. In 1865 he was made the chairman of the Jefferson county Democratic Committee and soon became noted for his efficiency in organization. He attracted the attention of Samuel J. TILDEN, then chairman of the state committee of the Democratic party, and was made chairman of the Executive Committee of the party in charge of organization. He proceeded to carry into effect his competent plan of organization. When John T. HOFFMAN was nominated for governor in 1868 Mr. BEACH was nominated for lieutenant-Governor, and the ticket was elected by 27,000 majority. Two years later the Democratic convention, in Rochester, renominated HOFFMAN and BEACH in opposition to the Republican ticket headed by Stewart L. WOODFORD, for governor, and Sigusmund KAUFFMAN, for lieutenant-governor, and a majority of 30,000 was recorded. Mr. BEACH was nominated for secretary of state in 1877 and in the election was victorious by a plurality of a little more than 11,000. He served for one term under Governor Lucius ROBINSON, and was renominated in 1879, but went down to defeat with the rest of his party, losing his office to Joseph B. CARR by less than 2,000 votes. Mr. BEACH served as delegate to the national Democratic convention on four occasions. Mr. BEACH was married twice. In 1852 he was married to Miss Abbie WOODRUFF, and several years after her death he married Miss Olivia PICKERING, of Saratoga Springs, who died in 1892. She was the mother of Mrs. EWERS, his only living child, wife of Dr. William V. EWERS. Mr. BEACH was a member of the Black River Valley Club, of Watertown; a trustee of the Flower memorial Library, of the same place, and of the Watertown Savings Bank, and president of the Henry Keep Home for Aged Men and Women, one of the charitable institutions of Watertown. **** EDWARD M'SWEENEY BURIED Funeral of Well Known Business Man Held — Honorary Bearers The funeral of Edward McSWEENEY, a lifelong resident of this city, and prominent in business and political circles, was held yesterday morning at 9 o'clock from the home, No. 51 Prince street, and at 9:30 o'clock from St. Mary's Church. Burial was made in Holy Sepulchre cemetery. Rev. Simon FITZSIMMONS officiated. The honorary bearers were Charles T. CHAPIN, J. Z. WELDON, F. J. FEE, T. W. GALVIN and T. W. FINUCANE. The active bearers, John F., Harry and Walter MAHER; Frank WALTER, Steven BRAYER and William JONES. **** James T. McCARTHY, gym compass electrician on the United States submarine O-13 is spending a brief furlough at his home, No. 318 Field street. He had an exciting experience recently when the O-13 struck and sunk the United States naval patrol boat Mary Alice in seven minutes during a submerging test. The prompt action of the O-13's crew in rescuing the Mary Alice's crew without loss evoked the praise of the naval officials. * Edward SPUCK, of No. 9 Oliver street, has returned to Newport, R. I., after a furlough of seven days spent with his parents. He is a ship's cook. * Private Edwin O. DRAGER, son of Mr. and Mrs. John DRAGER, No. 350 Merchants???J. has arrived in France. He left the city last May for Camp Hancock, Ga., and is in a machine-gun company. **** JAMES HILDRUM Perry, Oct. 18 - The death of James HILDRUM occurred at Newark, N. J., Wednesday, and his body was brought to Perry for burial. Mr. HILDRUM had been a life resident of Perry, but left Perry about three weeks ago, to visit his son, Charlie HILDRUM and while there was stricken with pneumonia. He was born in 1844 and in the sixties responded to LINCOLN'S call. He belonged to Company G. Eighth Heavy Artillery and Company ?, Fourth Regiment, Heavy Artillery. He leaves three daughters, Minnie, Nellie and Mary and two sons, Archie and Charlie. Funeral services will be private and will be held at his late residence in Gardean street to-morrow with soldiers' ritualistle services at the grave. **** -- Glenda Whitaker Subyak Monroe Co. & N. Y. State News Coordinator Find your Ancestors at: http://www.newspaperabstracts.com/NY/Monroe/index.html Assistant Coordinator for Pike Co. ILGenWeb site http://PikeCoILGenWeb.org Please visit my Web Page & sign my Guestbook http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~glendasubyak

Spirit of the Times Batavia, Genesee Co., NY February 16 1889 / cont'd--& concluded. TROUBLE IN ALABAMA. In the town of Alabama, in Genesee county, lives Rev. Schuyler BALLOU, who is pastor of a large flock. Last summer, says the Buffalo Sunday News, the clergyman was considerably annoyed by receiving postal cards on which were obscene sentences that would shock the dead. The postoffice and police authorities were notified by Mr. BALLOU and every effort made to find the writer. The letters increased in number, and life began to be unbearable for the man who looked after the flock. The Buffalo police were notified and Saturday Sergt. JORDAN of Precinct 1 arrested Charles BALLOU, a brother of the reverend gentleman, at 130 Fulton street. Charles is a married man and it is alleged that he wrote the letters. The prisoners examination takes place before Commissioner POUND, at Lockport, next week. + + OF INTEREST TO PEACH GROWERS. A peculiar matter has come up in Niagara county which will determine the validity of the State law regarding the killing or destroying of peach trees condemned by the Peach Commissioners. James WAYNE, a farmer residing north of Lockport had several of his peach trees marked by the Commissioners last summer and was ordered to remove or destroy the trees within 10 days. This he failed to do and the Commissioners brought the matter before the Grand Jury. Friday an indictment was found against him for violating section 403 of the Laws of 1888. WAYNE's attorney appeared before Judge CORLETTE of the Supreme Court Saturday and asked that the two Peach Commissioners be excused from the Grand Jury on which they were jurors, and raised the question of the validity of the indictment. The Judge decided that they were qualified to act, and decided that the indictment should stand. This is the first case of the kind ever brought to trial, and will be made a test one. + + E.L. KENYON INDICTED. The attempt made last summer by G.N. CROUSE & Co., of Syracuse, to secure a bill against E.L. KENYON on charge of obtaining goods on false pretenses, totally failed; but since then CROUSE & Co., succeeded in obtaining an order from the court authorizing another presentation of the case to the grand jury. This was recently done and bill found. On being notified of the fact Mr. KENYON promptly gave bail to answer at the Syracuse June term. + + ERIE EXCURSIONS TO WASHINGTON, D.C. For the benefit of those who will attend the inauguration of President-elect HARRISON, the Erie Railway has arranged to sell excursion tickets at rate of the regular one way fare on February 28th, March 1st, 2d, and 3d. These tickets will be valid for continuous passage going from February 28th to March 3d inclusive, and will be good for continuous return passage on or before March 8th, 1889. The rate from Batavia via New York will be $14.10. The rate from Batavia via direct line will be $10.05. Further information will be supplied on application to the nearest Ticket Agent. + + WHAT WE SEE AND HEAR. Andrew G. PUFF has sold his grocery business on Jackson street to George E. REDSHAW. AUSTIN & PRESCOTT have something to say this week about strikes. See advertisement. Fire escapes are being put up on the Wilson block, corner of Main and State streets. A meeting of the Deanery of Batavia will be held in St. Luke's church at Attica on Monday next. Mr. and Mrs. Cyrus WYMAN, School street, lost their young son, Ralph, by death on Tuesday morning last. Warsaw follows in the wake of Le Roy in the salt water sanitarium craze and wants a little one of her own. Mr. A.W. CANEY will move into John B. FONDA's house, on Ross street, which he has rented, on April first. Dr. and Mrs. W.E. RICHARDSON are happy in the possession of a girl baby who is just a week old this Friday morning. Hundreds of loads of ice are being drawn from the Tonawanda. The quality is not of the best but better than in some former years. On Wednesday of this week Mrs. Emily JOLLS, wife of John GRILE, of Linden, died at her home at that place, aged about 30 years. The annual social party of Schiller Lodge, K.p., will be held at their quarters over 51 and 53 Main street, on Monday, the 18th inst. Does the late Mr. BOAK, of Le Roy, ever spell his name with an "l"? If he has lost it and wishes to recover it he can find it at numerous places hereabouts. George SUTTLE, Wm. STEVENS, and J.W. GARDINER have bought out Frank DECOT's painting and wall papering business. Mr. DECOT will move to California. On complaint of John RUSSELL, John GALVIN, a saloon keeper, was arrested Wednesday for assault and battery. Justice LENT fined him $10, which he paid. The King's Daughters have arranged with Mrs. Jane Marsh PARKER for a reading of her interesting paper on "Egyptian Writings," to be given on Tuesday evening, March 5th. The congregation and friends of Rev. S.W. LLOYD, pastor of the Methodist church, will tender him a donation at Odd Fellows' Hall on Thursday evening next, February 21st. The rite of baptism was administered to ten persons at the Methodist Episcopal church last Sunday morning. Next Sunday several others will be admitted to the church on probation. John KEEHN, who was injured in the recent Churchville accident, has brought suit against the Central Railroad Company for $10,000 damages. Wm. C. WATSON will conduct the case. It is rumored that Rev. T.R. STRATON of Lockport, formerly pastor of the Methodist Episcopal church here, will be asked to take a consulate in the old world under the incoming administration. It is not Alonzo HOLLIS who has begun a suit against the O'BRIEN's and the Central railroad company for the value of some gravel alleged to have been taken from his premises. Elonzo HOLLISTER is the man. Operations will be resumed at the Batavia Preserving Works on Monday next, when the can-makers will begin their work. When 12,000 cans have been made other hands will be put to work putting up pork and beans. The annual meeting of the Batavia Fire Department will be held at the Richmond Hose Company's rooms this Friday evening. Inasmuch as the annual "divy" of the insurance fund is to be made it is quite likely that there will be a quorum. The project for establishing a branch of the Batavia Preserving Company's works at Bergen has fallen through. Mr. WILCOX is now arranging for the establishment of a branch concern at Spencerport. What's the matter with Le Roy. The marriage of Mr. William GARWOOD to Miss Sarah J. WOODRUFF took place at the home of the bride's mother, near Bushville, on Wednesday evening last, the ceremony being performed by Rev. Mr. DEAN, pastor of the Friends church in that place. The long delayed machinery for the Gun Works arrived last Saturday and is now being placed in position. The balance will be shipped as soon as possible, making ten cartons in all. Two small buildings have been put up for special lines of work. They are of wood, sheathed with corrogated iron. Mr. O.B. FORD, the popular young proprietor of the "Popular" Cigar Store, was married on Thursday afternoon to Miss Dora SNYDER, daughter of Mr. Wm. SNYDER, of East Elba, the ceremony being performed by Rev. A.D. DRAPER at the home of the bride. We wish the young people an abundance of happiness and prosperity. The Soper corner (West Main street and Ellicott Avenue) has been divided into four lots. The third one of these from the corner has been purchased by Mr. G.D. WEAVER, who will soon begin the erection thereon of an elegant dwelling house. The old building now on the lot, will be torn down or removed, and the trees are to be thinned out. John and Mary McKAY, former pupils at the Institution for the Blind in this village, are to give a musical and humorous entertainment in the Opera House this Friday evening. Those who have heard them speak well of their performances. They show no little pluck in thus trying to "make their way" under disadvantageous circumstances. Thursday was St. Valentine's day and not only Love's messages flew about but there was the customary share of insulting and scurrilous caricatures sent and received. If there is no law by which the sending of these vile prints can be construed into slander, libel or defamation of character there should be and every dealer in them ought to be liable to indictment. Albert H. PLATO and O.S. THROOP had a law suit before Justice J.B. CROSBY and a jury Tuesday. It appears that the latter bought a stack of hay of PLATO, for which he gave in payment his note of $45. Subsequently, Mr. THROOP claimed that the stack contained less hay than it was represented to contain by Mr. PLATO and wanted to settle for $29.50. Mr. PLATO declined and brought suit to recover full value of the note. The jury awarded him $38.50. John HESS, whose wife and three children live in Batavia, was arrested at Gloversville Tuesday by Sheriff REEDY on complaint of Mrs. HESS, who charged him. + + PERSONAL PARAGRAPHS. Fred BOWER, of Bergen, is again clerking in A.E. BROWN's shoe store. Miss Emily TELFAIR and Laura TOZIER go to Buffalo Monday to spend a week with their friend, Miss BANCROFT. Fred B. PARKER, of Elba, and George PAGE, of Bethany, are on an eastern and northern trip, taking in Montreal and New York. Frank G. MOULTON is recovering from a recent severe illness. He has been confined to his home on Jackson street for some weeks. C.C. BRADLEY, of the jewelry firm of CANEY & BRADLEY, left for a trip. The revival meetings at the Baptist church draw large crowds every night. Rev. C.A. JOHNSON, of Batavia, conducted the revival meeting Thursday night. Chas. E. DENNISON, of Rochester, made a flying visit to his parents here Tuesday. Geo. F. MOYNIHAN, of Rochester, made a short call on his parents here Sunday. Thomas DANAHY and wife, of Akron, spent Sunday with their relative, Jas. P. DANAHY. Miss Mary CARR, of 91 Michigan street, Buffalo, is the guest of her cousin, Miss Mary BRENNAN. Jas. J. GARVIN, with Richmond & Co., Buffalo, was the guest of Edward BRENNAN and family for a few days this week. Mrs. J. TILTSON, of Rochester, was here on Saturday last to see Mrs. McVEAN on business concerning property which she rents to the latter. A quiet wedding took place here Sunday, the contracting parties being James PLATO, of Oakfield, and Mary McMANNIS, of Wheatsville, Rev. T.L. WALDO performed the ceremony at the Presbyterian parsonage. Cash DURHAM and Harvy PEARD returned from Auburn last week, having been thrown out of work on account of the striking moulders at D.m. OSBORNE & Co.'s works. But Harvy said, "I cannot stand it here, you know," and started Monday for Cayuga, where he has struck a job. The Richville Cornet Band gave a concert and short entertainment here Friday evening last. There was a good sized audience, but after paying expenses and giving the Band 50 per cent we assume that the trustees made up their mind that it would be rather slow work to pay up the debt that way, so they held a solemn conclave Monday evening and considered the proposition made by the young men to let them give a benefit dance, and finally a majority of them said yea. So boys, go at it; but "be sure you're right, then go ahead." + + LOSEE's CORNERS. Miss Ella BURR is in Lancaster on a short visit. Mrs. Jerome SUMNER is visiting friends in Syracuse. Miss Hellen BOYCE was the guest of Miss Nellie LOSEE several days the past week. Miss Ella BOYD, of Attica, was the guest of Mrs. E.A. PHILLIPS the past week. The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Albert DOOLITTLE has been very sick with pneumonia. Mr. and Mrs. I.H. SUMERISKI, of Richville, were visiting friends here Tuesday of this week. Mrs. Fred LINCOLN was the guest of her sister, Mrs. J. MACKEY, of Batavia, the past week. Royal LOSEE is now night operator in the superintendents's office at Buffalo on the Lackawanna. The family of Eli WILLIAMS have moved into Leonard STICKNEY's house--rumor of a wedding soon is reported. Mrs. Mary NEY and son Horace have returned home after a visit of several weeks in the eastern part of the state. Miss Jennie OLNEY, of Bloods, and Albert INGRAHAM, of Wayland, are the guests of G.S. INGRAHAM and family. N.A. HARPER has purchased 500 dwarf pear trees of a Newark nurseryman and will set them out the coming spring. Mr. and Mrs. H.M. CHOATE gave an entertainment at their residence last Wednesday evening for the benefit of the Baptist society. It is hoped there was a good attendance, as no plans were spared to make it a pleasing affair. The old folks' concert at Riddle Hall last Friday evening was well attended and the programme was very pleasing and well rendered. Professor WOOLFE conducted the concert in his usual grotesque and humorous manner. The receipts for the evening were $24, which were appropriated by the Ladies' Aid Society. + + ELBA ECHOES. Sam WATT spent part of this week in Albion. Mr. HALL, of Omaha, Neb., is stopping with C.H. BIDWELL and family . Miss McINTYRE, of Michigan,, is visiting her cousin, Miss Fannie BIGNALL. Rev. John WICKS, of Attica, will preach in the Presbyterian church next Sunday. Miss Alice WAITE, of East Pembroke, is the guest of Mrs. FISHER for a few days. Rev. D.J. BAILEY and wife are conducting a series of meetings at East Pembroke. Miss Cola WILFORD has returned from a ten days' visit with Mrs. Dr. STEYNER, in Olean. Irving WAITE, of East Pembroke, was the guest of P.H. FISHER, at Daws, a few days last week. The Literary Society held a very pleasant and profitable meeting last evening with Miss Delia MALTBY. The Baptists held a donation on Wednesday evening at Hundredmark's Hall, for the benefit of their pastor, Rev. D.J. BAILEY. Miss Marion FULLER and Miss May STEVENS, of Oakfield, were the guests of the former's sister, Mrs. Clark PARKER, over Sunday. Miss Cora M. SMITH, who has been visiting her friend, Miss Sarah E. WILFORD, of the past two weeks, returned to her home in East Pembroke on Monday. The calico party given last Friday evening, in A.U. WILLIS' Hall, by the band, was a success socially and financially, about forty-five couples being present; some being present from Batavia, Oakfield and Byron. Cora, the eight-months-old child of George HOFFMAN, was buried from the Baptist church last Sunday. Its disease was consumption, its mother was buried but a short time ago, dying of the same disease. + + NORTH BERGEN. Charlie PERRY is very ill with tonsillitis and has had a relapse. Mrs. Sarah VALLET, of Batavia, is visiting at Libbie SANFORD's. Donation next Thursday evening at the lecture room. Every one come and give liberally. Eva SANDERSON passed the Teachers' examination at Le Roy and was granted a second grade certificate. Robert COX, who has been working the farm of G.R. GAY, will work Harland MUNGER's place formerly owned by Enoch ANDRUS. Mr. McCALL, of Brighton (Rochester), preached Thursday and Friday evenings of this week. Mr. McCALL is an old friend of our pastor Mr. RUTTER. Mr. CORY, who has been living on the Milton ALLEN place, will move next week to the MILL house at Godfrey's pond. + + PAVILION PARAGRAPHS. A Young People's Society will be organized at the M.E. church on next Sunday evening at half past six o'clock. The action brought by James BICKNELL against Don C. BOND before a Batavia justice was decided in favor of the defendant. Mrs. A.J. MARSH has been very ill during the past week, with neuralgia of the stomach. Her friends are glad to learn of her steady improvement. Harvey YOUNGS has joined the ranks of housebuilders, and, having bought a lot of C.J. MILLS, expects to have a house built there the coming season. Retiring Postmaster BOND deserves much credit for the neat and pleasant condition of the office under his administration. He has always endeavored to be accommodating and agreeable to all whom he served. The lightest mail ever received at this office was on Monday night, when there was just one letter and one postal card, both of which came from Pearl Creek. It is thought the mail bag for this place was thrown off at some other station. The St. Elmos presented the drama, "By Force of Impulse" to a packed house on Tuesday night last at Union Hall. The sale of tickets discontinued long before the curtain rose, so that may who had come from four to eight miles away had to return home without witnessing the drama. Mr. Edwin NOBLES, who, in partnership with another man, is conducting a gentlemen's furnishing store at Schome, British Columbia, has now taken up a three hundred acre claim in that section, upon which he intends to erect a shanty and keep bachelor's hall for a time; Success to him. M.S. STARR has received the full amount of the insurance on his house, which burned to the ground on December 27th last. Mr. and Mrs. STARR are now visiting in Niles, Michigan, for an indefinite length of time. It is hoped that they will decide to rebuild here in the spring. We understand they are undecided as to what they will do. Mrs. E.KNIGHT, of Grand Rapids, Mich., has purchased of S.N. THOMAS the lot south of his residence, O.PHELPS acting as agent. Mrs. KNIGHT is well known by many in this vicinity, having lived in this town many years ago. She is the foster mother of Mr.s O. PHELPS. She expects to have a house erected on her lot so that she can take possession by July first. Henry WATKINS, of the firm of Watkins & Christman, hardware dealers, has sold his share in the business to A. CHRISTMAN. The business will hereafter be conducted under the name of E.R. CHRISTMAN. Mr. WATKINS has not quite decided what business to engage in. It is hoped he will remain in our midst, as we can ill afford to lose a young man of his public spirit and enterprise. A. CHRISTMAN has already about six contracts for building that many new houses this season, and some other buildings beside. He is an expert at the business, and gives splendid satisfaction. Among some of those who are to erect new houses during the season are Wm. DEAN, Harvey YOUNGS, Mrs. E. KNIGHT, and Clark CHRISTMAN. During the past year there have been six entirely new houses erected, beside a feed and saw mill, a new evaporator building, a new store, and the warehouse, which is in process of construction now. The growth of our town is a steady and healthy one, property meeting with quite a ready sale at good prices. May it continue to remain as flourishing as at the present time. + + BENNINGTON ITEMS. Mac. HOUSTON is selling the Goodwin washer for Genesee county. Jacob STOLL has traded his farm for a house and lot in Attica village. Chas. F. CHICK will build a large barn in the spring beside his other one. Mr. and Mrs. A.F. RICHLEY, of Sawens, visited Bennington friends on Sunday last. J.Ed. NORTON has been appointed deputy sheriff for Wyoming county by Sheriff Chas. J. GARDNER. Town politics are beginning to boil quite briskly. Numerous candidates are working for different offices. + + Young ladies, on the eve of marriage, now give "spinster dinners" at which only female friends are entertained. They are allowed to talk of everything, and never fail to mention the numerous curative benefits of Dr. BULL's Cough Syrup that cures all coughs, colds, bronchits, croup, and sore throat. + + =conclusion= submitted by Linda C. Schmidt

Spirit of the Times Batavia, Genesee Co., NY Saturday, February 16th 1889 DEATH OF REAR ADMIRAL CHANDLER. A Washington dispatch announces the death of Rear Admiral Ralph CHANDLER, commanding the Asiatic squadron, which occurred at Hong Kong on Saturday last from apoplexy. Admiral CHANDLER was born in Batavia August 23d, 1829, and lived here during his boyhood. He was a son of Daniel CHANDLER, a lawyer of good ability and a prominent leader in politics. Ralph received a fair education at the hands of John EARNEST, who is remembered by some of our older citizens, and at about the age of seventeen received an appointment to the naval academy at Annapolis. Here, he graduated with high honors and some years later, having returned to Batavia, was married to Cornelia, daughter of the late Heman J. REDFIELD. Five children were born to them--three girls and two boys--the eldest of whom is Mrs. Bessie CHANDLER PARKER, wife of LeRoy PARKER, Esq., who lives with her aunt, Mrs. H.I. GLOWACKI, on Summit street, this village. Mrs. CHANDLER and the other two daughters accompanied him to Yokahama, Japan, where his headquarters were located. One of the sons, Redfield, is in New York, and Porter, the youngest son and child, has been recently living in Batavia. Admiral CHANDLER would have been placed on the retired list in a little over a year and he often spoke of the pleasure it would give him to return to Batavia and settle down among the old friends of his youth. In 1886 he made quite a long visit here and we recall with pleasure the hours that he spent in our sanctum, his genial, whole-souled nature and his happy manner of relating anecdotes and reminiscences in which he abounded. Of the official life of Admiral CHANDLER the Buffalo Express says: "In the death on Sunday of Rear-Admiral Ralph CHANDLER at Hong Kong another of the 'Old Navy' passed away. Born in New York on August 23, 1829, he was appointed to the Navy as midshipman on September 17, 1845, being ordered the next year from the Naval Academy to active duty in the razee Independence, flagship of the Pacific Squandron. He participated in the Pacific-coast operations of the Mexican War, being in two engagements near Matzatian. Mr. CHANDLER was in the sloop Vincennes during 1849-50, and was promoted Passed Midshipman in 1851. After a tour of duty at the Naval Academy in 1852, the young officer served in the sloop St. Louis of the Mediterranean Squadron till 1855, in which year he became successively Master and Lieutenant. "Between 1855 and 1859 Lieut. CHANDLER was engaged on the coast survey and the survey of the Parana, and was serving in the sloop Vandalia at the breaking out of the War. He fought with his ship in the battle of Port Royal in November, 1861, and in the next year was assigned to the steam-sloop San Jacinto of the North Atlantic blockading squadron, in which he was present at the engagement with the Sowell's Point batteries and the capture of Norfolk. On July 16, 1862, he was promoted Lieutenant-Commander and commanded the Huntsville in the East Gulf blockading squadron. Transferred to the steam-gunboat Maumee of the North Atlantic Squadron, Commander CHANDLER fought his ship at the bombardment and fall of Fort Fisher and the capture of Wilmington, receiving the full rank of Commander on July 25, 1866. From that time for two years he commanded the steamer Don on special service, and was on ordnance duty at the Brooklyn Navy-yard in 1868. In the next year Commander CHANDLER was on special duty with the steamer Talapoosa. He rose to Captain in 1874, and Commodore in 1884, assuming command of the Brooklyn yard in the latter year--1884. "On October 6th, 1886, Commodore CHANDLER was commissioned Rear-Admiral and was ordered to relieve Rear-Admiral DAVIS in command of the Asiatic Squadron. He has been in charge of this important Oriental station from that time. "Admiral CHANDLER was the model of an American sailor. Tall and commanding in statue, with a bluff, open, and kindly face, his genial ways and fund of anecdote made him a delightful companion and a great favorite in social circles." + + OBITUARY NOTICES. Mrs. Orson MOULTON The death of Mrs. Mattie C. MOULTON, wife of Orson MOULTON, occurred at her home on Bank street on Wednesday last, resulting from rheumatism of the heart, complicated with other difficulties. Mrs. MOULTON has been sick for several weeks, gradually growing worse, and on Monday, Dr. MOORE of Rochester was called in consultation with Drs. TOZIER and MORSE. On the day of her death, she was apparently much improved, being able to be around some, and there was indications of a recovery from her illness, but death came suddenly and without warning, bringing grief and sorrow to the little home circle. Mrs. MOULTON was a most ostimable christian lady, who won by her happy disposition and sympathetic nature many warm friends. She was an active member of the Presbyterian church and was for many years an attendant at the Methodist Episcopal church, in the hearts of whose people she held a large place. Her husband and an only child, Frank, survive her, and to these the deepest condolences are extended. The loving wife, the affectionate mother will be sadly missed from her accustomed place, but the memory of a sweet life and the hope of an ultimate reunion in the Home of the future will go far toward assuaging the grief of to-day. The funeral was held at the Presbyterian church on Friday afternoon. + + Nancy GOULD The death of Mrs. Nancy GOULD occurred at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Illeran SIMPSON, on Hutchins street, on Thursday night of last week. Mrs. GOULD, who was in her eighty-second year, retired that night in apparent good health and spirits but when she was called in the morning she made no response and a member of the family, on going to her room, found that she was dead. She was the widow of the late Jedediah GOULD and is survived by five children: Mrs. SIMPSON, W.W. GOULD, Mrs. Jane GIBBS, and Miss Theresa GOULD, of Batavia, and Mrs. L.C. REED, of East Pembroke. The funeral was held on Sunday. + + Mrs. Anna ADAMS Mrs. Anna ADAMS died at the home of her son, David ADAMS, at Darien, Wisconsin, on Friday of last week, at the ripe old age of 92 years. She was the mother of Daniel D. ADAMS, of Illinois, and Miles B. ADAMS, of this village, with whom she lived up to four years ago, when she went west. For many years she was an active and devout member of the Methodist Episcopal Church here and her happy, cheerful disposition showed that she tired not of the Master's service, which grew sweeter with her increasing years. The kind and affectionate mother of childhood, manhood and old age will be sadly mourned. + + Patrick WYNN Patrick WYNN died at his home on South Main street on Wednesday morning last, aged 54 years, after an illness of six months or more. His widow and seven children survive him, George WYNN, of Perrin's Cigar store, being his youngest son. Mr. WYNN was a prominent member of the C.M.B.A., a large delegation from which turned out at his funeral this Friday morning. + + R.A. KNEELAND Russell A. KNEELAND, who lived in this town twelve years ago, moving to Genesee about that time, dropped dead on the street while on his way to his home on Saturday afternoon last. He had many friends and acquaintances in Batavia and was, while here, a prominent and active member of the Batavia commandery, K.T., retaining his membership there up to the time of his death. Margaret BAKER Mrs. Margaret BAKER, wife of Jacob BAKER, of West Main street, this village, died at her home on the 8th inst., aged 73 years. Mrs. BAKER had been ill for a long time and her death was not wholly unlooked for. Her husband and an only son, Charles J., survive her. She was a sister of Gotleib KIES, of this village. + + Geo. R. WARD George R. WARD, president of the village of Brockport, died at his home in that village on Friday night of last week. He was a former resident of this county, having been born at Pavilion, where he lived several years, subsequently moving to Le Roy, and then to Brockport. He was 52 years of age. + + Mrs. John BROWN Mrs. John BROWN, mother of Mrs. Andrew W. SKELLEY, of this village, and of Mrs. Charles HOGAN, now of Buffalo, died at her home, in Le Roy, on Saturday last, aged 65 years. Her funeral was held at St. Peter's Church, in that village, and was largely attended. + + Mrs. John DURHAM Mrs. Electa DURHAM, wife of John DURHAM, died at her home in East Pembroke on Wednesday last, aged 78 years. One son, John DURHAM, Jr., and a daughter, Mrs. Charles FORWARD, survive her. She was an old resident of the town of Pembroke, where she was highly esteemed. + + Geo. W. HARROUN George W. HARROUN, an old resident of the town of Pembroke, died on the 6th inst. at his home at Clarence, Erie County, where he moved some two or three years ago. His father and one son, James L. HARROUN, reside at Corfu. His age was 49 years. + + WHITCOMB-EAGAR. The marriage of Dr. Ward Beecher WHITCOMB to Miss Emily May EAGAR, daughter of the late John EAGAR, took place at the home of the bride on East Main street on Thursday evening of this week. The marriage has been in contemplation some time and was to have been celebrated several months hence, but Dr. WHITCOMB's recent illness hastened the events which was, therefore, made delightfully informal, only about a dozen relatives and immediate friends being present, among them being Mr. C.E. WILCOX, of Chicago, and Miss Effie BEAN of Byron. The ceremony was performed at half-past eight o'clock by Rev. A.M. SHERMAN, recotor of St. James, and the bride was given away by her elder brother, Mr. Fred EAGAR. Mr. A.H. THOMAS acted as best man and Miss Florence BOOTH was maid of honor. The bride was attired in a handsome dress of a delicate cream shade and carried a bouquet of bridal roses, hyacinths, and lillies of the valley. The groom and his best man wore evening dress. After the ceremony congratulations were extended to Dr. and Mrs. WHITCOMB, following which the guests partook of a palatable collation. Although the wedding had not been formally announced a few friends learned that it was to come off and several handsome gifts were sent in, among them being a diamond stud, from CANEY & BRADLEY's, presented to Dr. WHITCOMB by his friends at Purdy's Hotel, where he has had his apartments for the past year. The Doctor's compliments were extended to the members of Alert Hose company in the form of a nice lunch, prepared by Caterer SCHELLINGER, to which his many friends in the Company did ample justice. On Saturday morning Dr. and Mrs. WHITCOMB leave for Chicago, where they will spend a few weeks with Mr. WILCOX's family, whence we most sincerely hope the Doctor will return in renewed vigor and health. We join with a host of friends in hearty good wishes for the future of this very estimable couple. + + -this edition to be continued- submitted by Linda C. Schmidt

Rochester, Monroe, NY Democrat & Chronicle Sat. Oct 19, 1918 Car Wrecked, Man Escapes Clifton Springs Physician Not Even Seriously Injured Clifton Springs, Oct. 18 - A serious and still a very fortunate automobile and train accident occurred at the home of Peter VERSTREAT, about one mile west of this village, yesterday afternoon, when a run-bout in which Dr. William H. SALISBURY, of this village, was driving was struck and demolished by the pay car on the Auburn branch of the New York Central railroad shortly before 1 o'clock. Dr. SALISBURY was driving toward this village on the road from Shortsville, when he came to the VERSTREAT farm, where he was going to stop. In order to reach the farm he was obliged to cross the tracks, as the buildings are on the south side of the tracks and the highway on which he was driving is on at the driveway and must have been nearly across the tracks before the train struck the rear part of his machine, demolishing it and throwing the doctor a considerable distance. The train was stopped and a passing automobile brought him to this village, where his injuries were dressed. Physicians allege that so far as the can determine at this time, aside from being cut in several places and badly bruised, and the shock, they do not think he is critically injured. When the condition of the wrecked car is taken into consideration it seems almost impossible that he could have escaped with his life. **** SOLDIERS' WILL PROBATED Geneva, Oct 18 - Surrogate Harry I. DUNTON, of Canandaigua, held a brief term of Surrogates Court here to-day, at which the will of the late Private Howard MULVEY was admitted to probate. The will leaves the property of the deceased to his mother, Catherine MULVEY. Private MULVEY died while in service at Camp Dix. A brother, Leo MULVEY, is named as executor of the estate. **** ENROLLING "GAS HOUNDS" Clifton Springs, Oct. 18 - George H. OSTRANDER, commander of the local unit of State Guards, has been appointed enrolling officer of the Motor Transport Corps. Men desiring to join the corps, or the "Gas Hounds," as they have been nicknamed, would see Mr. OSTRANDER at once, as the corps is rapidly filling and the time for voluntary introductions end on November 1st. **** BRAKEMAN DIES OF INJURIES Missed Hold on Car and Fell Under Moving Wheels Batavia, Oct. 18 - Harry RYNICKER, of Elmira, who was employed as a brakeman on the Lackawanna Railroad, was seriously injured last night at East Alexander. He was brought to the Batavia Hospital, where his death occurred this morning. As near as could be ascertained by Coroner SNOW, of Batavia, who went to East Alexander to make an investigation, RYNICKER went to the center of the freight train when it stopped at a water tank to look after a hot box. After he had finished his work he signaled to the engineer to go ahead and waited until the caboose came along, on which he tried to swing into the forward platform, but missed his hold and fell under the wheels. Besides being injured internally his left ??ot and leg were crushed. Medical attention was given the man by Dr. J. B MILLER, of Alexander. Mr. RYNICKER is survived by his wife and one child. His body was sent to Elmira to-night. **** <snip> didn't get the beginning Charles NELSON, of Honeoye Falls, who formerly resided at No. 13 Tracy avenue, Batavia, was injured while in the employ of the Bethlehem Steel Bridge Company on June 14th. His claim was, ordered transferred from the Buffalo to the Rochester office, and compensation was continued. Mrs. Rose B. SHAFER, of Batavia, whose husband, John C. SCHAFER, received serious injuries on June 29th last when he was run over by a load of brick while employed by the Carroll Carting Company; was given 30 per cent, of her husband's wages and her two children 19 per cent each until they are 18 years of age. Testimony given established the fact that Mr. SCHAFER was receiving $3.20 per day at the time of his death. The case of John REED, an employee of R. M. WALKER, and who was injured while cranking an automobile, was referred to the general counsel of the commission as to the question of liability and the case was continued. Six weeks compensation of the medical and hospital bills was awarded to William HARTMAN, who was injured while in the employ of the Batavia Steel Products Corporation on June 2d last. The case was ordered closed. **** COLLECTING SCHOOL TAXES North Cohocton, Oct 19 - The warrant for the collection of school taxes in this union free school district, which includes the village of Atlanta, is in the hands of Collector J. A. REDDISH. The rate is $23.60 per thousand of assessed valuation which is the highest in the history of this district, on account of the increased salaries paid to teachers. Collector REDDISH will receive taxes each Tuesday in the forenoon at the store of Clark WEIERMILLER and in the afternoons at the store of Wolfanger & Pierce for the next thirty days, at the usual rate of 1 per cent. **** SHIPMENT OF PEACH PITS Mount Morris, Oct. 18 - J. A. STRIKER, local manager for the New York Telephone Company, has shipped two barrels of peach pits to be used in the manufacture of gas masks for the soldiers. More barrels are placed at the telephone exchange for pits and nut shells. **** HORNELL'S FIRST MAYOR IS DEAD Hornell, Oct. 18 - James P. DAY, 71 years old, the first mayor of Hornell, died here to-night of pneumonia, following an attack of Spanish influenza. Mr. DAY was one of the most influential Democratic leaders in this section and held many public offices. He was mayor three terms and state committeeman five years. He was a thirty-third degree Mason and an Elk. **** MUCH INTEREST IN WILL Corning Charities May Lose Legacies of Woman Corning, Oct 18 - On the ground that Mrs. Ethalaide BUMP, of Corning, was incompetent and subject to undue influence when she made her will in New York last February, leaving $200,000 to Corning charitable institutions and $300,000 more to friends and relatives, Mrs. Minnie BYON LEVI, a cousin of Mrs. BUMP, who would be one of the direct heirs if the will were to be overthrown, has retained an attorney to file objections to the probating of the will and in demand a jury trial of the issues raised. If the will is overturned, the Corning Social Service Society will lose $60,000. Corning Hospital $400,000 and Christ Episcopal Church $40,000. The Corning Y. M. C. A., would receive $75,000 if the Codicil were overthrown and the main portion of the will permitted to stand. **** -- Glenda Whitaker Subyak Monroe Co. & N. Y. State News Coordinator Find your Ancestors at: http://www.newspaperabstracts.com/NY/Monroe/index.html Assistant Coordinator for Pike Co. ILGenWeb site http://PikeCoILGenWeb.org Please visit my Web Page & sign my Guestbook http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~glendasubyak

Republican Advocate Batavia, Genesee Co., NY December 7 1852 FIRE IN STAFFORD. The Woolen Factory owned and carried on by SHAFFER & HARDY, three miles south of Le Roy, on Allen's Creek, was entirely destroyed by fire on Saturday night.--The books of the concern and stock on hand, all were burned. The loss is estimated at $3,000--insured for 1,800 in the Ontario and Livingston Mutual Insurance Company. - Le Roy Gazette. + + Several law students were examined for admission at the recent term of the Supreme Court, in Buffalo, and all rejected. Mr. Justice MARVIN addressed them, on the solemn occasion with tears in his eyes. + + The Buffalo & N.Y. City R.R. is now in excellent running order the entire length, and doing all the business its present stock of cars and locomotives can accomplish.--The two passenger trains that now run each way daily, accommodate way travel by stopping at all the stations--and a very great convenience to citizens along the line. We understand that in the course of a week or two, as soon as engines and cars can be procured, an additional train--a day express--is to be run. Judge HOYT is making himself exceedingly popular as Superintendent, by his regard to the interests and convenience of those who have occasion to travel or do business on the road. - Atica Atlas. + + WELCOME NEWS! We have it in our power to announce, semi-officially, says the Le Roy Gazette, that Le Royans may throw off the effectual barriers to migration imposed by the inclement seasons, and mingle at will with the whole world "and the rest of mankind," on the first of January next, by means of the Canandaigua Railroad. The contractors have entered into formal and binding stipulations to open the road for public travel, from Canandaigua to Batavia at that time. The locomotive whistle will be the most welcome music likely to break upon our ears, even during the holidays. + + AGE OF THE MEN OF THE TIME. President FILLMORE is 52 years old, having been born in Cayuga co., N.Y. MACAULEY, the historian, is 52 years; and so is BANCROFT, the author of the History of America. Abbott LAWRENCE, the late popular and able Minister to the Court of St. James, was born in Groton, Mass., in 1792, and is now consequently about 60 years of age. Edward EVERERT, the new Secretary of State, was born in Dorcaster, Mass., in 1794, and is now 58 years old. Washington IRVING was born in New York in 1783, and is therefore not far from the mature age of 70. Louis Napoleon BONAPARTE, President of France, was born at the Tuilleries in 1806, and is therefore in his 44th year. + + FIVE CHILDREN IN 11 MONTHS! A subscriber informs us that a lady residing near him, presented her husband with three children at one birth, a year ago; and as her landlord was a whole-souled gentleman, he gave the lady fifty dollars as an acknowledgment of her superior skill in household affairs, telling her at the same time that if she would perform the feat again he would give her a farm. With an eye probably on the farm, in just 11 months from the day the three were born she produced a pair of twins. The landlord said she failed to win the farm, but the intention no doubt being fair, the attempt was worth paying for, and he therefore presented her with one hundred dollars. That's what we call a valuable wife, bringing her husband in 5 children, and $150 in 1.1 months. -Literary Museum. + + DIED. In Alexander, Nov. 30th, Jesse HAWKINS, aged 69 years. Mr. HAWKINS was one of the pioneers in the settlement of this town, having come here in 1806, and consequently having lived here from the time, that all this now beautiful and fertile country, was one vast wilderness. He came here poor, but brought with him a strong hand and an honest heart, that gradually raised him to competence and the general esteem and good will of all those who knew him. He was one of those original minds that marks out a course to be persued and never departed from. Humane in his feeling, honestry in his intercourse with others, and a conscientiousness that governed all his actions, that made him a model of a self-taught man. No man ever lived in this town who had the confidence of his fellow citizens to a greater extent than he had. Although averse to public service and always shunnning it when he could, his name at the head of the ticket always brought order out of distraction of the Whig party and made its triumph certain. Peace to his ashes, we shall not soon see his like again. + + A CARD. The undersigned, in taking leave of his patrons and friends in Batavia and vicinity, returns his sincere thanks for the liberal patronage they have extended towards him while a resident among them; and would respectfully recommend to their patronage Dr. J.M. BLAKELY, as his successor. Dr. B. is one of the oldest and most successful practitioners of Homeopathy in Western N.York, and as such, is highly esteemed by all his patrons as a man of energy, promptness, and skill, having always enjoyed an extensive practice. J.F. BAKER, M.D. N.B. Dr. B.'s office is the first door West of Dr. GANSON's office. + + DAYS OF CHILDHOOD. By Eoline. Tonight my spirit lonely wanders back, Thro' many a flower-strewn, thornless, sun-lit track, And, clasping Memory's soft guiding fingers, I follow where the morning dew drop lingers, Back to my sinless childhood's haunts so bright, So flooded o'er with joy's own rich sunlight, Where birds of wildest, sweetest caroling, Flew o'er me, each on light and joyous wing, Nor ever ceased their golden fluttering; Nor e'er forgot their gladsome songs to sing; When clouds were deemed but rainbow-chariots light, And Angel eyes looked down thro' starts at night; When forest pines with dark forms towering high Seemed ever toying with the azure sky; When thoughts of changeful friendship never came, And naught I knew of sadness save a name; When graves were only mossy flowery beds, Where, weary of their sports, men laid their heads, Till Angels bore them on their wings away, To yon unclouded home of endless day. Oh! days of innocence, come once again! That I may tread once more the mossy glen, May list the murmuring of the crystal stream, And revel as of old, in fairy dream-- But no! dark shadows cloud my pathway o'er, And Hope, bereft of pinions, soars no more-- My gushing tears quench joy's faint flickering light And day is merged in one long starless night:-- And is there then no refuge from the blast? No cheering day dawn from the darkened past? No sunbeam purpling gloriously the West, Ere I shall sink to calm and dreamless rest? Ah! yes! I see from out the heaven afar, One glimmering light, one brightly-beaming star; The star of Bethlehem illumes my way, And changes sorrow's night to cheering day: The Sun of Righteousness his glories shed, And brightens e'en the mansions of the dead; Again I soar on golden, heaven-plumed wing, And all my powers to Thee, Oh God! I bring. December 2nd, 1852. + + submitted by Linda C. Schmidt

Republican Advocate Batavia, Genesee Co., NY September 2 1862 SOLDIER'S FUNERAL. The funeral of Henry BALDWIN was held at the Methodist church in Caryville, on Sunday, the 31st inst., at ten o'clock. The deceased fell at the battle of Cedar Mountain, August 9th, 1862, while facing the enemies of his country, and battling to sustain the Constitution and laws of his land. Prompted by a love of country, he enlisted in Capt. FENN's company soon after the fall of Fort Sumter. Although scarcely more than seventeen, he did not hesitate, when he saw his country's flag trampled upon by traitors, to buckle on the armor and go forth and assist in again planting the old flag in every State where it had been insulted. It was no boyish freak that thus moved him to sacrifice the comforts and enjoyments of home for the hardships and privations of the battlefield, but a manly fortitude that welled up in his breast. He left his friends and home, as he said, expecting to lay down his life and pour out his blood to sustain his country. His name will be enrolled among the martyrs for freedom on the bright scroll of liberty, when the names of traitors and cowards are buried in oblivion. "He is gone to the grave--we no longer behold him, Nor tread the rough paths of the world by his side; But his country will love him with deepest emotions, Because like a soldier he fought, bled, and died." + + During the past week War Meetings have been held here every day at 4 o'clock and in the evening at 7 1/2 o'clock. The business places in town have generally been closed at the former hour and remained so all the evening. Our citizens have laboured heartily and in earnest in raising money and men, and we are glad to say that their success has been commensurate with their labors. On every evening several volunteers have been raised--on Saturday evening nineteen came forward and were sworn in to the ranks of the defenders of the country. Meetings were held during the day on Sunday, and a number of volunteers secured, the number we cannot state to day. Our quota, however, is not yet full. + + Alexander Ahead! The people of Alexander have shown themselves even more patriotic than any of their neighbors. They have raised ten more men than their full quota, for both calls! For this glorious success much credit is due to Lewis MOULTON, Byram MOULTON, Albert ROWE, Heman BLODGETT, and others. The most, if not all, of the "Alexander boys" have gone into Capt. NUMAN's Battery. The men recruited in this county--and there can be not far from 100--are the finest body of men we ever saw together. + + VOLUNTEERS FOR THE 12TH.--Sargeant James F. TAYLOR, of the 12th Reg't.., has been in town for a few days past, recruiting for his regiment. He has already enlisted six men,, and wants 25 more. No better regiment can be found to enlist into. The Bounty of $50 offered by the State will be continued to be paid those enlisting in the old regiments until further notice. + + STATE BOUNTIES.--The Governor has issued his proclamation announcing that the Bounty offered by the State for volunteers will e continued up to the 6th inst., and to those who join regiments in the field on the 2d of July, until further notice--and to those only. + + MARRIED. At the residence of the bride, on the 28th ult., by Rev. S.M. STIMSON, Mr. Albert W. PALMER, to Miss Deborah A. BRININSTOOL, all of this place. Accompanying the above notice we received from the bride a package of splendid Wedding Cake, in return for which we render our compliments to the newly wedding pair, and wish them every enjoyment which heart can desire. DIED. In Stafford, of scarlet fever, Herman W., son of Warren and Cassandra TYLER, aged four years and six months. + + ACCIDENT.--A little girl, the daughter of J. R. COOPER, was run over by a carriage, in the procession on Saturday. She was badly injured. + + OTIS' BOOK STORE, BUFFALO.--This popular Book Store, No. 226 Main street, Buffalo, is now one of the "institutions" of the city.--Besides the general variety of theological works always to be found upon his shelves, Mr. OTIS keeps a large and very extensive variety of standard literary works, together with most of the new publications of the day. He has, also, the largest and most splendid variety of Photographic Albums to be found anywhere in the city. Some of them are very rich and beautiful, and, what is of considerable importance in these days, he sells them remarkably cheap, a fact which will be apparent to every one who gives him a call. Dealers in books in the country will find that they can buy of Mr. OTIS fully as cheap as in New York. He also keeps a rich and varied stock of Paper, and everything in the Stationery Line. + + Mrs. BRYAN's Seminary. Batavia, N.Y. The Fall Term of this School opens on Wednesday, Sept. 17th. Department for Day Pupils as heretofore. + + submitted by Linda C. Schmidt

Spirit of the Times Batavia, Genesee Co., NY Saturday December 18 1886 - conclusion - HAS THERE BEEN FOUL PLAY? In a small building north of the Institution for the Blind lived Joseph SMITH and his wife and a five-year-old boy, the son of SMITH's daughter. When sober SMITH is a quiet and law-abiding man, but when in liquor is very quarrelsome and disagreeable and when in this condition is reputed to have had numerous fights with his wife, beating and abusing her shamefully. __ SMITH is a day laborer, and she went about town doing washing. On Monday, December 6th, she worked at Mrs. S.J. LEWIS', on State street, going home after finishing. Since that time she has not been seen and the little boy says that she has not been at home since that night. Between nine and ten o'clock, the boys states, SMITH and wife left the house. The former returned early the next morning alone, saying tot he boy that his wife had gone to Le Roy. During all this time there has been nothing much to eat in the house and the lad has sold grated horse-radish to obtain something to eat. Deputy Sheriff JOHNSON visited Le Roy, Wednesday last to find Mrs. SMITH but learned that she was not nor had not been there. The affair has a serious aspect; none of Mrs. SMITH's friends or relatives know where she is and her husband professes ignorance as to her whereabouts. He is very anxious to sell his property here and go away. Sheriff (?) feels there are sufficient grounds to make the arrest of SMITH and will take him into custody to-day. Further developments are awaited with interest. + + NEWS OF THE COMMUNITIES. LINDEN LOCALS. DIED.--In Hebron, Ind.,, November 26th, little Myra, youngest daughter of Walter P. and Jennie STEVENS, formerly of this town. Mrs. John LAWREY left on Wednesday night for Jersey city to attend the funeral of her nephew, Richard SHORTALL, formerly of this place, aged 21 years. Mrs. Alden RICHARDS, of Wellsville, is visiting her brother, Myron J. KEMPTON. Miss Lena BROCKWAY, of Rochester, is also visiting Mr. KEMP, who is her great-uncle. Miss Edith KIMBALL has gone to Rochester, where she enters the hospital, to learn how to care for the sick and afflicted. We hope she will find the calling both pleasant and profitable. The firm of BLATCHFORD & CHOATE, successors to A.J. & W.P. VOORHEES, general store, seems to have collapsed after a precarious existence of about six weeks. Assets not given. The Messrs. VORHEES will continue the business. On Wednesday, Mrs. M.W. HAY took a little two-year-old waif from the poor house to Buffalo, to place in the care of some Catholic protectorate, as, I believe, by law they are not allowed to keep infants there after a certain age. There has been much speculation here over who is to be the new keeper at the Poor-house, whether he is a bourbon or not. A quondam republican recently made the remark that the extra meals and gratuities furnished outsiders, salaries of superintendent and keepers, together with the interest on county property, would hire each pauper board at a hotel at $8 per week. We think he means "squeal." At all events "the tap should be cut off" in every sense of the term, and better economy practiced. + + EAST PEMBROKE ITEMS. A Singing School has been instituted here with Prof. HYDE, of Bethany, as instructor. Mr. George H. DENNISON spent Tuesday at Buffalo selecting goods for the holiday trade. The select school at Rural Seminary will commence on Monday next, with Miss Ida PECK as teacher. The oyster supper given by the young people at Seminary Hall Friday evening was altogether an enjoyable affair. Rev. W.T. WILBER, of Batavia, is the guest of Rev. J.J. GALLIGAN.--Mr. C.E. DENNISON, of Rochester, spent Sunday in town.--Miss Julia A. BUTLER, of Palmyra, N.Y., is the guest of John PARKER and family.--Mr. Frank WRIGHT, with BARNES, HENGERER & Co., Buffalo, has been visiting old friends in town. L.S. MACE, general agent of the National Alliance Insurance Co., of New York, was in town Monday shaking hands with old friends. Mr. M. is an old Pembroke boy, who has recently returned from the west. Judging from his actions he has acquired some of the western push, for while here he appointed W.J. COFFEY agent and Dr. E.C. RICHARDSON medical examiner, besides writing up several thousands of insurance among our leading men. + + SOUTH BYRON BULLETIN. The SEAVER & HALL failure looks no brighter. Miss Agnes HOOKER, Batavia, visited here Saturday. Country roads are bad again, owing to too much "ethereal mildness." Mr. and Mrs. George CROFOOT, of Pavilion, were in the village over Sunday. Jas. SMITH, our lively little blacksmith, is repairing his living apartments. One of our young men admires his "shape" in a new $30 overcoat and $10 seal cap. About $8,000 in taxes will be collected from Byron this year. The rate is lower than last year. Mentis CAMPBELL felt of the teeth of a buzz-saw while in motion. The teeth of the saw are still intact. Edward KINGSLAND and clerk, of Geneva, were in town Tuesday, making collections for the PULTNEY estate. Rev. C.R. SPARROW, of South Byron, and Rev. Mr. McLAURY, of Byron Center, exchanged pulpits Sunday morning. Our school, under the supervision of James B. ARNOLD, of Byron, and Miss PRESCOTT, of Batavia, is quietly and skillfully managed. Baled hay and straw, pork, grain wood, cider, coal, etc., passing through the streets, gives an appearance of activity in the trade circles. So-called patent medicine has a large sale at stores. Does the maker ever think that "the pleasure is as great of being cheated as to cheat?" A Batavia man purchasing eggs at one of the stores here complained that the could not get fresh ones at home. How now! how now! Are the incubators a failure? It is reported that the town constable is busy serving summons upon delinquent debtors, and the justice's pocket is filling up rapidly. "Still there's more to follow." A N.Y.C. detective has been in town looking for the party who threw a stone through a car window last week, injuring some ladies, so said. The boys will be warned for the future. "Slacos" and "gravel" have bothered one of our citizens for some time, but he allows that a warrant from "Batavy" will square things if the boys "don't stop stop snowballin me." South Byron is the home of a writer, in fact, many productions have appeared at times in newspapers of wide circulation, at home as well as in distant parts, from the fact that considerable poetic qualification has been displayed. The writings have been lately published in book form and dedicated to "Jean," the sister of the writer. The title of the book is, "Lines and Interlines," and the writer is Miss Julia P. BOYNTON, Ingham University (Le Roy) students will be much interested in this little volume, as Miss B. was educated at that institution. + + BYRON BRIEFS. Mr. CROOK is very soon to occupy his new house. H.C. NORTON is buying wheat and shipping it at the West Shore station. It is rumored that a lumber yard is to be established at the West Shore station. Next Sabbath evening a Sunday-school concert will be given at the Presbyterian church. It will consist of Christmas exercises. Wm. BROWNING's saloon was burglarized a few nights since. The only property taken was beer (amount unknown) and one beer glass. Over 200 tickets for the Jubilee Singers' Concert have already been sold. There are yet desirable seats however, as the number of seats represented on the diagram has been increased by chairs in the aisles. Quite a number of our citizens have been in Batavia this week in attendance at the County Court. Some as jurors, others as witnesses in the case of KEEFE v. O'HARE, regarding work done on the former's house. Mr. McMAHON, the proprietor of the meat market, will soon take into partnership with him his mother. The business will be conducted at the same stand, for a time at least. We understand that Mr. M. has purchased a lot and will erect a dwelling house in the spring. On Tuesday occurred the death of Miss Frankie COLE, daughter of Geo. W. COLE. She had been confined to the house for several weeks, and her many friends who called left her fearing that she must soon pass away from their sight. A patient sufferer from a disease of the heart for many years, she has nevertheless been a useful member of society, and in her home an affectionate, helpful and idolized daughter. She was the president of the W.C.T.U. of this place, and also a member of the Presbyterian church. The funeral services will be held at the house on Friday afternoon. + + OAKFIELD OFFERINGS. Mrs. H.C. MARTIN fell on the icy sidewalk on Tuesday, fracturing her knee cap. There will be a Christmas tree with other appropriate services at the M.E. church on Friday evening next. The M.E. social at W.F. REED's on Friday evening last was well attended, the receipts amounting to over $6. The ladies of St. Michael's church gave a chicken pie supper at Chamberlain's hall on Tuesday and cleared over $23. J.I. COSWAY bought a pig last May that weighed 34 pounds. He kill it Dec. 7th, and it weighed dressed, 401 pounds--a gain of 307 pounds in about eight months. Who can beat that in the county? An elocutionary entertainment will be given in Chamberlain's hall on Monday evening next by Misses Lila HUME and Dora POST, graduates of Buffalo training school, assisted by Miss Jennie McKELL, of Akron. A fine entertainment is promised. + + ALEXANDER ARTICLES. Elder J. McEWEN still continues on the sick list. The weather is quite cold, with now and then a flake of snow. Norman BENTLY, a former resident of this place, having sold part of his farm, will return here next February to live again. Albert VICKERY, who has been quite sick with typhoid pneumonia for the past week is not improving very fast, we are sorry to say. William GUARD,one of our old citizens returned from Rugby, Tennessee, last Friday evening. He has been away nearly ten months, and has been employed at carpenter work most of the time. The members of the O.M. Society are requested to be present next Tuesday evening at their private parlors. Important matters are to be discussed and all should be present. + + ELBA. If people would do as well as any we would soon have the pleasure of listening to the first of a lecture course. The meetings at the Methodist church are being largely attended and the result of this good work is very manifest. Mrs. PRENTICE, who is staying with Mrs. Albert PARKER, purposes to get up a class in painting. Mrs. P. is an accomplished artist, so girls, embrace the opportunity. Wm. H. & W.H. RAYMOND have greatly improved the appearance of their business block by building a fence between their store and the market. W. A. HUNDREDMARK has also built a fence between his store and the drug store. Sunday last Rev. William WILLAHAN delivered an excellent sermon upon the subject of "The Resurrection." Many striking illustrations from nature were given, exploding the scientific objections to the resurrection. The change at the time of the resurrection was compared with the change of a caterpillar to a butterfly. Last Monday one of our boys took his books for school and informed all his friends that he was about to leave his native heath for the pleasanter prospects of a western house. He wandered to the far distant place of Idleport, staid one night, and then retraced his steps homeward. He may now be heard to say, "Boys, there's no place like home." It is currently reported about town that responsible parties intend very soon to erect a grain elevator and bean house at our railroad station. This is just what our farmers need, and would no doubt prove a profitable investment. This place is also regarded by many as a favorable location for a custom flouring mill, as we have now in this village, no less than five well stocked flour and feed stores, and another being "surveyed out" on Mechanic street. + + MORE LOCAL NEWS. Mr. and Mrs. FRANKLIN, of Bradford, are visiting their relatives here, the WHITNEY and EVART families.--Miss Ida SEEKINS spent Sunday at home. A meeting of the A.O.U.W. will be held on Tuesday evening next, 21st inst., in their room in the Burt Block, followed by an oyster supper, to which the public is invited. The donation given by Mrs. J.T. SMITH on Friday night last under the auspices of John M. Hutchinson Post, G.A.R., resulted in that lady's receiving between $20 and $30; of this ten dollars in cash was donated by the Post. Rev. J.F. BROWN, who is conducting revival services at Kendall settlement, the other part of his charge, reports much interest manifested there. He expects to hold special meetings here some time after the holidays. Placarding the houses of people who know their own circumstances better than any outsider can, is to be, and is condemned by all lovers of peace and good will. The old adage, "business before pleasure," is what actuated our respected townsman in the case referred to. Joshua ANNIS had two surprises on Tuesday last, the first one brought no joy for it came in the form of a cut foot, done while cutting wood in Mrs. HEATH's woods at Pearl Creek. He walked home from there with the aid of a stick, and about four hours after his arrival home, the second surprise came in the form of "pounding," administered by his friends and neighbors who took this way of showing their appreciation of Mr. and Mrs. ANNIS. 'Tis needless to say that this surprise brought joy and pleasure with it. Our merchants are displaying their usual good taste in a fine selection of holiday goods. W.I. CHASE has had on hand for the past two or three weeks a nice variety of plush, framed mirrors, broom holders, perfumery cases, dressing cases, etc. Wm. AUSTIN has out done himself in the display found there, of dolls, Christmas cards, broom holders, match safes, smoking sets, and things too numerous to mention. WYETH & WILSON are just getting in their goods so we cannot speak of their stock, only judging from their former good judgment in their holiday display we should say they well deserve the patronage of the community as do all our home merchants who are endeavoring to keep articles to suit all classes and conditions. William TURNER doesn't propose that we shall go without apples here this winter. As but few were raised in this vicinity he is shipping them in from out of town. The donation party held at the residence of H.P. PORTER last week for the benefit of Rev. Mr. HATHAWAY, the Universalist pastor, was a success both financially and socially. Chas. S. JACK, the proprietor of the Central House, who was to have a dance on the 15th inst.,, has been compelled to postpone the same indefinitely on account of sickness in the family. Bills are out for a "Midado Tea," to be given by the ladies of St. Luke's Episcopal Society at Barden Hall, Thursday evening, December 30th. Their annual festivals have always been the most entertaining of the kind in town, and o pains will be spared to make this one likewise. On last Friday evening the school entertainment conducted by Mr. Jas. HAROUN, the principal, assisted by Messrs. BOYINGTON, ENSBERGER and PEASE, from out of town, took place at Barden Hall. The house was well filled and the program passed off nicely, especially the musical part, which was highly spoken of by competent judges. The proceeds will be devoted to school purposes. It is rumored that we are to have two new doctors in town. One is to be Dr. KETCHELL, of Richville, who has rented a residence on East Main street. The other is a young homeopathic doctor from abroad, name unknown, who, we understand, has rented a house on West Main street. Verily, our little city, is bound to boom in more ways than one. Miss Zetta DAVIS, who is attending school at Batavia, spent the Sabbath with her parents here.--Prof.. C.D.W. BROWN, of Warsaw, was in town over Sunday.--Mrs. DODGE, who for the past few years, has been a resident of Wisconsin, is again to take up her residence among us.--G.R. SAFFORD was in town over the Sabbath, the guest of his parents.--The HOPKINS family, who for many years have been residents here, have removed to Buffalo.--Nathaniel READ, of East Pembroke, was in town the fore part of the week visiting relatives.--Ernst KINNIE, son of Chas. A. KINNIE, of Batavia, spent Sunday in town, the guest of his aunt, Mrs. W.E. SUMNER.--Mrs. JONES, of Salamanca, has been the guest of Mrs. GIDDINGS for the past few days. -- John LINCOLN, who has been absent in the far west for the past two months, has returned. + + - conclusion - submitted by Linda C. Schmidt + +

Spirit of the Times Batavia, Genesee Co., NY Saturday, December 18 1886 WHAT WE SEE AND HEAR. Five assignments have been made in this county during the two weeks ending Monday last. Episcopal service at Pavilion next Sunday night, the 19th inst., at 7:30, and morning service at Wyoming. It is said that a new newspaper is to be started in Oakfield by a New York man. Don't believe it will pay very big. New chairs take the place of benches in the M.E. sabbath school room. A great deal of space is saved by their use. State and county taxes are being received at Geo. E. PERRIN's cigar store on Jackson street, opposite the Times building. Fred A. LEWIS, son of editor LEWIS, of the Batavian, has entered District Attorney NORTH's office for the study of law. Francis H. BROWN, of this county, was granted a judgment of absolute divorce from Ida V. BROWN at Buffalo last Monday. Mr. Chas. G. PURDY, proprietor of PURDY's Hotel, hopes to have the house open and ready to receive guests on Monday next. A.G. NEGUS, of Dunkirk, has bought out John E. GLENN's barber business, furniture, etc. GLENN has gone to Rochester. Patrick NEAL, who was so badly burned by the burning of his dwelling, north-east of Le Roy, last week died on Monday last from his injuries. The SMYTHE Family concert at the Presbyterian church last Friday evening was a very enjoyable affair, and a profitable one, as well, netting some $40. Next Tuesday--December 21st--is the shortest day of the year: Sun rises at 7:26 a.m. and sets at 4:31 p.m.--day's length, nine hours and five minutes. The toboggan slide will be put in operation on Saturday of this week and lovers of the exhilarating and hair-raising sport will be glad of the chance to slide. Rev. C.W. WINCHESTER will discourse on "Moses" at the M.E. church next Sunday, this being one of his series of sermons on "Characters of the Bible." The assets of Stephen D. BASOM, the Alabama farmer who recently made an assignment, amount to $882 and the liabilities are $3,110.42, a discrepancy of $2,238.42. The Ladies' Mite Society of the M.E. church will meet at the residence of Mrs. Dr. D. PALMER, No. 11 Wood street, next Friday evening. A cordial invitation is cheerfully extended to all. John FOWLER was engaged in piling lumber at the Wood Works last Friday and, slipping, fell to the ground, some twelve feet, striking on his head and producing a fracture of the skull at its base. The Le Roy Gazette says "it is probably that Batavia will soon have a free postal deliver." Hope so, but guess the rumor is without foundation in fact, Postmaster PECK knows nothing about it. Last Friday evening thieves stole blankets from the horses of Fayette MINOR and James WILSON, hitched in front of the Walker block. George GREEN was arrested for the offence and sent up for 60 days. We have heard it said that Senator WALKER contemplates the erection in Batavia of one of the finest residences in any country town in Western New York, and also that he will erect a fine business block if a suitable site can be had. A number of Batavia young men have organized as a singing society under the name of Arion Club. They have about twenty members and will pursue the study of vocal music under a competent leader. The officers are, F.J. CROWLY, President; Roger DEAN, Secretary; J.J. CLUNE, Treasurer. The club will occupy rooms over 68 Main street, Good Templars Hall. Week before last the Le Roy Gazette put a very pointed question to the Times, of that village, concerning the publication of the session laws. The Times could not answer it without putting itself "in a hole" nor could it refuse to answer the question without a similar consequence. The Times chose not to answer the query, went into the hole, and is now evidently trying to pull the hole in after it. Harding E. NOTT, a former resident of this county, who was arrested in Chicago a few weeks ago for forgery, an account of which was published in the Times, was sentenced on the 9th inst. to the Jollet, Ill., prison for eight years. When he gets out at the end of that time he will have served eighteen years in prison, having been sentenced twice in this State for three and seven years. Some two hundred men are now employed in the Harvester Works and over one hundred at the Wood Works. At the former place a large quantity of material has been turned out and the force of men will be gradually increased as may be required. The company have a special order for a number of machines for an industrial exposition and as they are to be shipped by the 26th, a large force of men is kept at work every night until 12 o'clock to complete them. At the meeting of the Relieve Association, held at Mrs. E.L. ENSIGN's on Monday evening last, a large quantity of clothing and other articles of wear, groceries and provisions and $24.20 in cash were contributed. Five dollars were received from a good old lady in Albany, name torn off. The people of Batavia are becoming more and more interested on the work of the association and more fully appreciate its needs. Remember your own blessings and show that you appreciate them by contributing something to this worthy object. + + COUNTY COURT RECORD. The December term of the County Court and Court of Sessions convened in the Court House on Monday morning last, Myron H. PECK, county judge, and H.C. CURTIS and Chas. F. LEWIS, sessions justices, on the bench. The trial of the case of C.H. TURNE & Son vs. Lucy A. HARRIS, to recover $70 on a promissory note, was had before his honor, who rendered a judgment for the plaintiff. The defendant was not present. The trial of August SCHARF for manslaughter in the second degree was begun Monday afternoon. It will be remembered that on the 6th of July last SCHARF and several other men were in front of Charles BLUMERICK's saloon on Ellicott street, and that he, SCHARF, loaded up an old musket with paper and wad, shooting if off. The second time he shot it the wad struck Wm. ENRIGHT in the back and entered his body, killing him almost instantly. SCHARF was arrested and placed in jail and was indicted by the grand jury last month. Several witnesses testified on the trial, but no new features were brought out. After an hour's deliberation the jury returned a verdict of not guilty and the prisoner was given his freedom. Chauncey L. RUSS, the old man indicted for stealing a horse from John F. STILES, of Corfu in June last, withdrew his former plea of not guilty and pleaded guilty, throwing himself on the mercy of the court. He made an appeal for leniency, saying that he was the father of ten children, four of whom depended upon him for support. He also said that it was he who warned sheriff of the attempted jail break several weeks ago. Judge PECK extended to the old man all the clemency the law would permit and sentenced him to Auburn for two years. RUSS is 63 years old. Abram CHILDS, an aged offender of Bergen, was to have been tried for an assault upon Edward JENKINS, but it being certified by Dr. ANDREWS that he was too ill to attend court, the ease was put over. The trial of Francis B. COMISKY on an indictment for assault in the third degree was begun Tuesday. COMISKY has his tailor shop under L.D. ALLEN's picture frame shop and there was a very bad feeling between them. One day COMISKY's temper got the better of him and he hurled a stone at ALLEN, through a window. Judge PECK thought that little diversion worth at least $50 to the tailor and he accordingly imposed a fine of that amount. The affair was not worth a cent to the county and yet it cost the tax-payers more than the fine amounted to. Wednesday several cases were dismissed, put over or reported settled. The suit of M.M. KIBBE against S.A. McCULLOCH was tried and a verdict of $130 rendered for the plaintiff. The suit was brought to recover commissions of the sale, through the plaintiff's agency, of real estate. The trial of the action of Robert W. HAIR against Wm. O'Keef, for foreclosure on a mechanics lien, was had before the Court and was the last case on the docket. + + -coverage for this date to be cont'd.- submitted by Linda C. Schmidt

In a message dated 6/20/02 9:06:42 PM, M_Magistro@hotmail.com writes: << It was submitted by (M_Magistro@hotmail.com) on Thursday, June 20, 2002 at d: d: d --------------------------------------------------------------------------- contributor_name: Mary Magistro newspaper_name: Oswego Palladium Times newspaper_date: Nov 3, 1903 town_of_publication: Oswego county_of_publication: Oswego state_of_publication: New York newspaper_article: Oswego Palladium Times Nov. 3,1903 MRS. ROSSITER RECEIVES A THOUSAND DOLLARS FROM THE GORDON MALT CO. An order of discontinuance and settlement in the claim of Mrs. Richard Rossiter of 23 Murray St. against the Gordon Malt Co. was filed with Surrogates Clerk Torrey A. Ball last Wednesday afternoon by E.B. Powell Attorney for Mr. Gordon. Richard Rossiter, a maltster was caught in a piece of machinery while at work a the plant early last summer and so badly injured that he died *2 days later. A few weeks ago a petition was filed with the Surrogate by Cullinan and Bartlett, Attorneys for Mrs. Rossiter asking that letters of Administration be issued to her. The petition set forth the fact that there was no property or assets except a claim for $10,000.00 against the Gordon Malting Co. for the death of Mr. Rossiter. Mr. Bartlett said this morning that a conference at which he was unbidden, held early last week, Mrs. Rossiter unknown to him had signed the order of settlement receiving $1000.00 from the Company. He said that he knew nothing of the settlement until Saturday when he visited the Rossiter home for the purpose of getting Mrs. Rossiters signature to the complaint in the suit which he had been directed to bring. His first intimation ftht the case had been settled, Mr. Bartlett says, was received that day from a son, Lewis Rossiter. He has not yet consulted Mrs. Rossiter as to whether or not further action will be taken.. * Note: Mr. Rossiter died on July 9,1903 shortly after midnight the day of the accident, not 2 days later as reported in the Oswego Palladium Times. Submit: Submit Article --------------------------------------------------------------------------- >>

In a message dated 6/20/02 9:05:25 PM, M_Magistro@hotmail.com writes: << It was submitted by (M_Magistro@hotmail.com) on Thursday, June 20, 2002 at d: d: d --------------------------------------------------------------------------- contributor_name: Mary Magistro newspaper_name: Oswego Palladium Times newspaper_date: July 11,1903 town_of_publication: Oswego county_of_publication: Oswego state_of_publication: New York newspaper_article: The Oswego Palladium Times July 11, 1903 FUNERAL OF RICHARD ROSSITER. Richard Rossiter, whose injuries at the Gordon Malt House caused his death, was born in England in 1840. He came to this country some thirty years ago and returned to his native land several times. He was a member of the Baptist Church of England. He leaves a large circle of friends to mourn his untimely death. Besides his widow he is survived by nine children: Richard Rossiter of England, Mrs. John Harrington of Oneida, Mrs. Samuel Batchelor, Mrs. Charles Brown, and Mrs. Albert Lass and Alfred, Louis, Lillian, and Olive all of this city. The funeral will occur Sunday from his late residence at four o'clock P.M. . Submit: Submit Article --------------------------------------------------------------------------- >>

In a message dated 6/20/02 9:04:14 PM, M_Magistro@hotmail.com writes: << It was submitted by (M_Magistro@hotmail.com) on Thursday, June 20, 2002 at d: d: d --------------------------------------------------------------------------- contributor_name: Mary Magistro newspaper_name: Oswego Palladium Times newspaper_date: July 10,1903 town_of_publication: Oswego county_of_publication: Oswego state_of_publication: New York newspaper_article: The Oswego Palladium Times July 10, 1903 INJURIES PROVE FATAL. Richard Rossiter Survived by Widow and Twelve Children. Richard Rossiter, of 23 Murray Street, who was caught in the shafting at the Thomas Gordon Malting Company's plant yesterday morning , sustaining a compound fracture of the leg, died at his home this morning from the effects of the accident. Mr. Rossiter was sixty-three years old and during the past seven years has been connected with the malthouse as maltster. He was a well known and respected citizen and his many friends extend their sympathy to the bereaved family. Mr. Rossiter is survived by a wife and twelve children. Coroner Vowinkel will hold an inquest Tuesday morning at ten o'clock. Submit: Submit Article --------------------------------------------------------------------------- >>

In a message dated 6/20/02 9:02:53 PM, M_Magistro@hotmail.com writes: << It was submitted by (M_Magistro@hotmail.com) on Thursday, June 20, 2002 at d: d: d --------------------------------------------------------------------------- contributor_name: Mary Magistro newspaper_name: The Oswego Daily Times newspaper_date: July 10,1903 town_of_publication: Oswego county_of_publication: Oswego state_of_publication: New York newspaper_article: Oswego Daily Times, Friday, July 10,1903 DIES FROM INJURIES Richard Rossiter met with Fatal Accident Yesterday at Malt House Richard Rossiter wo was injured yesterday morning at the Gordon Malting Company's plant died hortly after midnight. Mr. Rossiter was about sixty-five years of age and was born in England. He had been in the employ of the Gordon Company for a number of years and resided with his family in Murray Street. His death is resulted from injuries received at the malt house yesterday morning, he having bee caught on a fan shaft. He was trying to step over a shaft close to the floor when his foot struck some slight obstruction and his left leg was dragged around the shaft and badly lacerated. Owing to the noise of the machinery no one heard his cries for some minutes. When discovered the machinery was stopped and Doctors Dwyer and Irwin summoned but Mr. Rossiter's injuries were of a serious character and resulted in his death about midnight. Coroner Vowinkel was called and he will hold and inquest next Tuesday. Submit: Submit Article --------------------------------------------------------------------------- >>

In a message dated 6/20/02 9:01:25 PM, M_Magistro@hotmail.com writes: << It was submitted by (M_Magistro@hotmail.com) on Thursday, June 20, 2002 at d: d: d --------------------------------------------------------------------------- contributor_name: Mary Carol Magistro newspaper_name: Oswego Palladium Times newspaper_date: July 9,1903 town_of_publication: Oswego county_of_publication: Oswego state_of_publication: New York newspaper_article: The Oswego Palladium Times July 9,1903 CAUGHT ON A SHAFT *William Rossiter Dangerously Injured at Gordon's Malt House William Rossiter, an old employee of the Gordon Malting Company, was dangerously injured this morning by being caught on a fan shaft at the plant. Mr. Rossiter was at work about the Malt house about eight o'clock and in trying to step over a shaft close to the floor his pants caught on a screw or some other obstruction. His left leg was dragged around the shaft and was terribly lacerated. The noise of the machinery made it impossible for the other help to hear his cries for assistance, but somebody outside of the malt house heard him and the machinery was stopped as soon as possible. Drs. Dwyer and Irwin were called and the injured man was taken to his home in Murray Street, where the physicians found that he was suffering from a compound comminuted fracture of the left thigh and also a compound fracture of the same leg below the knee. The doctors found that the leg was frightfully bruised and that he was also suffering from the shock. Dr. Dwyer said this afternoon that he considered Mr. Rossiter's condition extremely critical. His is about 63 years old. * Note: The Oswego Palladium Times first reported the injured person as William Rossiter, in fact his name was Richard Rossiter, as subsequent articles from the Palladium Times and Oswego Daily Times show. Submit: Submit Article --------------------------------------------------------------------------- >>

Spirit of the Times Batavia, Genesee Co., NY Tuesday morning, June 13 1843 We are informed, on good authority, that the President of the United States, accompanied by Secretaries SPENCER, UPSHUR, and Post Master General WICKLIFFE, will pass through this Village soon after the 17th inst., on their way to Buffalo and the Falls. We therefore take the liberty of suggesting to our fellow citizens, irrespective of party, the propriety of calling a public meeting for the purpose of making arrangements to receive the President and suite in such manner as shall be deemed fitting and proper. + + Amos KENDALL's life of General JACKSON will be delayed until July, on account of some delay in engraving the portrait. + + Delaware papers say that the farmers in that state have promise of an abundant harvest. + + He'll Certainly Do It.--At the Anti-Slavery Convention lately held in Boston it was voted to appoint a committee to wait upon President TYLER, immediately on his arrival at Boston, and request him to emancipate his slaves. Of course the President could not refuse to grant so disinterested a request. + + submitted by Linda C. Schmidt

Hi, I see you are working on the 1918 news papers, could you by any chance find something about my Uncle James A. Smith that died in France during the WW1 battle? Thank you in advance, Eleanor ----- Original Message ----- From: <NY-OLD-NEWS-D-request@rootsweb.com> To: <NY-OLD-NEWS-D@rootsweb.com> Sent: Wednesday, June 19, 2002 9:27 PM Subject: NY-OLD-NEWS-D Digest V02 #167