Looking for more information about this man who was an innkeeper at the Page Hotel in Pavilion according to the 1850 census. He had a wife and 6 children in pavilion in 1850 and I have been unable to locate any of them after 1850. Does anyone have information about the PAGE HOTEL or the LOVETTS? Dr David Lovett Jordan Pittsford, NY 14534

Looking for information concerning George COGSWELL, born in 1815 in Batavia, NY. He died in 1871, probably in Wisconsin. He was married to Celestia A. STONE (daughter of Kelsey STONE). Celestia A. STONE was born in 1825 in New York. She died on 5 Aug 1886. They were living in Milwaukee, WI in 1860. Living with them in the home of George Cogswell were Fanny R. Cooley, age 19, music teacher, born in New York, and Debora Miller, age 20, servant, born in Bavaria. George COGSWELL and Celestia A. STONE had the following children: i. Bianca COGSWELL was born in 1845 in WI. ii. Rear. Adm. James Kelsey COGSWELL. Roger Bohn, Batavia, NY

The Attica News Attica, Wyoming Co. NY Published Thursday, Jan. 9, 1908 "The Past Year's Events on Record. Arranged in Chronological Order for Ready Reference. Summary of the Miscellaneous Affairs, Accidents and Incidents, Births, Deaths, Marriages and Items of Interest for the Year 1907." September 5, 1907 -Marriages mentioned: Clara BARTZ and Henry Hartman, BOTH OF Alexander, in Attica Tuesday. Edith M. HANKEY to Hugh C. MCKERNAN, both of Attica, Wednesday. Julia GUIGNET of Eldred, Pa., to Ray SLACK of Attica. Saturday in Buffalo, Philip MATTIS to Lillian M. GIFFORD, both of Buffalo, Aug. 22. Mayme H. ALWARDT to Otto KLUG of Lyons, Ill., Wednesday. Paul CAPILLO, an Italian laborer of Alexander, was killed by the cars in Rochester Monday. John E. KINER of Alexander was found dead in bed last Thursday. Mrs. Anna JENSEN an aged resident of Bethany was assaulted and robbed by a tramp on Saturday. Stephen RINER of Bennington died Sunday, aged 84 years. Mrs. August KRIEGER of Alexander died Saturday and Millard F. LANCKTON of Arcade, father of A. H. LANCKTON of this place, died last week. A small freight wreck occurred in the Erie yards Sunday. W. N. KIRSCH sells his meat market to Peter BOWER. W. A. JOINER, who has conducted a meat market for several years, has gone out of business. Mrs. John KNAPP has returned from Rome, where she had two cancers removed from her face. A girl was born Wednesday to Mr. and Mrs. Conrad POPP of Batavia. September 12-Mrs. A. D. BECKER died at Palmyra Friday. Mention is also made of the death of Mrs. Louis F. DUWAL of Buffalo last Thursday and Mrs. May Brewer, a resident of Varysburg at Batavia Tuesday. A barn belonging to Geo. J. DUNHAM was burned Sunday night. Mrs. M. E. VICKERY left Wednesday for Europe. Charles Louis HARDENBURG and Florence M. SUSEN were married Sept. 7th. Edith Gretchen JEFFERSON and Frank Gardner PRESCOTT of New York were married in Albany Saturday. Frank NORTON of Attica and Annette M. STEVENS of Bethany were married Wednesday. Fred DUSING and Sidney RYKERT have sold the bus line to Fred COOLEY. September 19-Another disastrous fire Thursday night destroyed Wesley RANGER's planning mill and lumberyard; loss about $50,000. Emma WERNER, 21 years old, died last Thursday of diphtheria. Martin BROADBOOKS of South Attica died Sunday. Mrs. F. W. MUNGER of Cowlesville Sunday and Dr. Electa B. WHIPPLE of Buffalo, formerly of this place on Friday. Bessie Evelyn KELLOGG of Putnam Settlement and Benjamin H. WARNER of Batavia were married Wednesday. Carl BALDUF, 18-months-old of Darien Center died Friday. Bernice HOCKEY, 3 months old, of Lancaster, died Tuesday. Kate Louise WILLIAMS became the bride of Alfred MORRISON of Angola Tuesday. A vacant house in Alexander was burned Wednesday night. September 26-Ida Berndette GANTER was married on Tuesday, to Lorne A. BLANCHARD of Montreal, Can. Luella May GLOR and Don L. PASSAGE of Buffalo were also married on Tuesday, and Flora E. RIBER of Varysburg was married in Buffalo Sunday to Charles F. HASSELBECK. Body of a stranger, thought to be Edward LYNCH was found in the creed Monday. Clarence E. BARROWS, a native of Linden committed suicide in Batavia Friday. Mrs. Lucy MILLER died in Cowlesville the 22d. Friday the Presbyterian Church extended a call to the pastorate to Rev. Warren N. NEVIUS of South Amboy, N. J. Jack KRAUSS broke a bone in his foot Monday. Walter SCHUYLER of Bennington, still hale and hearty will celebrate his 88th birthday Sunday. Marshall Townsend, of Wyoming, whose first wife was Carrie FULLER of Attica, shot himself Sunday while his family was absent. Submitted by Kathy Helmer Kathle7297@aol.com

The Daily News Batavia, Genesee County, New York State April 22-1891 MR. RUPPRECHT MAY BUILD A BARN. Ex-Mayor George RUPPRECHT is contemplating building a mammoth livery barn on his vacant lot just east of St. James' church, instead of two dwelling houses, as he believes it would be a better investment. If he decides to erect the barn it will be built under the direction of Dennis K. CHADDOCK, who will rent it for a livery and sales stable. It will be of brick, three stories high, the first for stabling, the second for the livery horses and carriages and the third for hay and storage, and will be modeled somewhat after an immense barn in Buffalo, which accommodates 400 horses. The stables and standing room combined will accommodate nearly 300 horses. ++ MARION INVESTORS SELL OUT. It is stated that all the gentlemen interested in the Marion Land Syndicate of Batavia, except J.C. GUITEAU and William CARPENTER, have disposed of their interests in Marion to C.F. HATHAWAY of Muncie, Ind., at a good profit on their investment. A meeting of the syndicate which lasted until midnight was held at the office of its President, Dr. H.S. HUTCHINS, on Wednesday evening, but the deal has been kept very quiet. ++ MRS. ANN BARTHOLF DEAD. The death of Mrs. Ann N. BARTHOLF, widow of William BARTHOLF, occurred at 1 o'clock this afternoon at the home of her niece, Mrs. William DEMING, on Ganson avenue. Mrs. BARTHOLF was 87 years old. ++ JUBILEE SINGERS AT THE WHITE HOUSE. The Washington 'Star' of February 4, 1891, says: "This morning the Fisk Jubilee Singers sang several of their slave melodies in the library of the White House, the whole family of the President being present. The President and Mrs. HARRISON expressed great pleasure at the way the songs were rendered." The original Fisk Jubilee Singers will appear at the Opera House, Batavia, Tuesday evening, March 31st. Reserved seats can be procured without extra charge at HAITZ & DELLINGER's. ++ VILLAGE ORDINANCE. Article IV, Section 9--No person shall use a sling-shot or in any way throw a stone, stick, or other missile in any street under penalty of five dollars for each offence. J.M. SEACORD, Pres't. George E. PERRIN, Clerk. ++ If you want a twenty-five cent opaque dado window shade made with a spring fixture, call before they are all sold at BOWEN's. ++ You will find an elegant line of flowers and trimmings at Mrs. R. TERRY's, 107 Main street. ++ For the best millinery and dressmaking go to L.J. TOMPKINS. ++ COMPLIMENTARY TO THE SHOE PEOPLE. The Warsaw 'New Yorker' says: "An item gatherer of this paper, being in Batavia one day last week, and walking along the street with a friend about the hour of noon, noticed a large number of nicely-dressed ladies and gentlemen coming out of the main entrance of a large, three-story brick building, not far from the 'temple of justice,' and inquired what church or institution it was. The answer came quickly: 'Why, that is our new shoe factory; there are over two hundred and fifty people employed there, and they all dress well and behave as well as they dress.' Evidently the shoe factory and the people employed in it are a valuable addition to the business and population of our sister village." ++ CORNELL EXAMINATIONS. Superintendent DRAPER of the Department of Public Instruction announces that competitive examinations for State Scholarships at Cornell University will be held in each county of the State on June 6th. Candidates must be at least 16 years of age and of six months standing in the common schools of the State for the year immediately preceding the examination. The subjects in which examinations will be given are: Arithmetic, grammar, geography, physiology, American history, plane geometry, and algebra through quadratic equations. ++ SIXTY DAYS FOR ASSAULT. John MURPHY of Le Roy, who was arrested on Tuesday, charged with assaulting his wife Ann MURPHY, was arraigned before Justice CROFOOT in that village yesterday. He pleaded guilty to a charge of assault in the third degree and was committed to jail for 60 days. Deputy Sheriff KING brought him to Batavia in the afternoon and lodged him in the calaboose. ++ HEARING IN A PARTITION SUIT. A hearing in the partition suit of E.C. WALKER, Jr., against Adeline M. TAGGERT and others, to determine the rights of the parties, was commenced this morning before F.S. WOOD as Referee. E.A. WASHBURN appeared for the plaintiff and W.C. WATSON for all the defendants except one, whose interests were looked after by William F. CLARK. ++ DEATH AT COUNTY HOUSE. Louis HENRY, an inmate of the Genesee County Alms House in Bethany, died recently at that institution. ++ TOURISTS. Whether on pleasure bent or business, should take on every trip a bottle of Syrup of Figs, as it acts most pleasantly and effectually on the kidneys, liver and bowels, preventing fevers, headaches and other forms of sickness. For sale in 50c and $1.00 bottles by leading druggists. ++ HORSES AT AUCTION. I will make my annual sale of horses at my stables on Bacon street, Le Roy, N.Y., March 28th, 1891, commencing at 10 o'clock a.m., sharp. This sale will comprise about 60 head of work, driving and general purpose horses. Also a few good mules. This will be the largest sale of horses ever made in this section and they will be sold to the highest bidder without reserve. Terms: Three, six or eight months' credit on good, approved, endorsed, interest bearing notes, payable at the Bank of Le Roy. John N. CHAMPION. ++ EASTER CARDS AND NOVELTIES! AT SMITH's News Room. Special Lots and Prices made for Sunday School Teachers. ++ If you have not already used them, we wish you would try some of our Evaporated Fruits-- Peaches, Apricots, Plums, Prunells, Apples, Silver Prunes. We would like to mention Honey Drop Corn-- Lima Beans, Succotash. F.B. GLEASON, 100 Main St. ++ When You Want Any Ale! Porter or Lager Beer! Either in kegs or bottles, send your orders to EAGAR & Co. Goods Delivered. Telephone No. 71 ++. submitted by Linda C. Schmidt

The Attica News Attica, Wyoming Co. NY Published Thursday, Jan. 9, 1908 "The Past Year's Events on Record. Arranged in Chronological Order for Ready Reference. Summary of the Miscellaneous Affairs, Accidents and Incidents, Births, Deaths, Marriages and Items of Interest for the Year 1907." August 1, 1907 Jonathan HEAD of Johnsonsburg died July 18. Miss Helen M. SPRAGUE a native of Alexander died suddenly in Rochester Tuesday. Wells, Fargo Express office, was broken into Tuesday morning, and a bog of mail and several packages of express matter stolen. Rev. Arthur S. MANN, a former reader at St. Luke's was drowned in China last week, while attempting to save a friend from the same fate. The roof of T. H. TOMS' house caught fire Saturday about noon, while workmen were shingling the building; no damage was done. A new girl arrived Friday at Edward SCHUM's. Mrs. Frederick SCHAFER celebrated her 82d birthday Friday. Milford PERRY of Linden, brother of Mrs. H. P. GARDNER, was operated on Saturday for appendicitis and strangulated hernia. A barn on the WARNER farm was struck by lightning, Friday. Arthur MERLE had a bone in his right forearm broken, while building fence last week. F. R. DANLEY has bought the BOSTWICK lot on Market Street. SCHERNAU family in Monterey is quarantined because of diphtheria. M. T. HILLS has bought E. E. WALLIS' lot in the burned district. August 8-Obituary: Edwin STEBBINS a former resident at Tonawanda, Tuesday, interment today at Forest Hill. Mrs. Nancy L. ABBIE of Darien Center, July 24. James M. QUALE, brother-in-law of Mrs. M. R. BAILEY Tuesday in Kenyonville. Nicholas MILLER, father of Mrs. Peter DEMUTH of Bennington Monday in Buffalo. W. A. JOINER has sold his lease of the THOMSON building to Hugh MILLER, who will open a dry goods store there right away. Amos BALDWIN of Chili, brother of Mrs. Sebe BRAINARD, was found dead in bed Friday. Adaline L. GLOR of this place was married Wednesday to Attorney John L. WOODWORTH of Warsaw. Anthony Baker, a Polish farmer of Cowlesville was the victim of a fatal accident Friday. A son was born Sunday to Mr. and Mrs. Edward HAUCK. A reunion of the AVERY family was held Saturday at the AVERY-HAY homestead on Main Street. August 15-Charles W. BRACE, a well-known resident and Erie carpenter, was fatally injured in Buffalo Tuesday and died shortly after. Mrs. Luella JAMES died Monday at the County House in Varysburg. Mrs. R. CLARK of Attica Center was struck by a train at Walker's, Silver Lake, on Pioneer day, her injuries were slight. A. L. YOUNG and John A. KRAUSS have bought the GANTER lot of Geo. C. BROADBOOKS. The Erie is experimenting with motorcars for use on the Rochester branch. Mabel Viola is the name of the new girl at Morris JANSEN's, born the 13th. F. R. DANLEY, who is to build a store in the burned district, began work Wednesday. August 22-Geo. N. SMITH, a native and life long resident was found dead in bed at the Berlin Home, Monday. M. E. floral carnival Tuesday and Wednesday was a great success. Mrs. Mary REIBLING of Alden, sister-in-law of Mrs. Charles MORGENSTERN, was burned to death Thursday, while lighting a fire with kerosene oil. Married, Wednesday, Jennie BURBANK of Varysburg to Charles LINDSEY of Attica. KRIEGELSTEIN family reunion was held Friday at Mr. Fred KRIEGELSTEIN's. Hobart ALLEN of Orangeville, 11 years old, met with a shocking death Wednesday, while raking hay on the farm of G. M. MEEDER. Obituary: George P. GASSMAN, of Batavia, formerly of Orangeville, Monday of pneumonia, burial at Varysburg. Florence MEYERS of Bennington today, aged 18 years. George NEVENGER of Johnsonburg dropped dead Thursday. Mr. and Mrs. Fred TIMM celebrated their silver wedding on Friday. Births: A boy, Aug. 15, to Mr. and Mrs. Burt WHALEY. A boy Monday to Mr. and Mrs. John HAYES A boy Tuesday to Mr. and Mrs. Charles SHUMAN. A slight front was reported Monday. August 19-Baptist church celebrated 100th anniversary last Thursday. Florence CALKINS was married Aug. 21 to Leroy S. PARKER of Varysburg. Chas. F. EASTMAN's farm house two miles east of town was burned on Friday. Robert DAHLER of Bennington committed suicide Friday by hanging. Mrs. A. G. GREENBERG of Buffalo went under the knife a few days ago. Messrs. E. H. and A. SCHAUISELBERGER of Penfield have bought land on West Avenue and will build an evaporator. Mrs. Amanda ROBERTS, one of the oldest residents of Attica, died Saturday. Other deaths, which occurred in the vicinity, are: Mrs. Susan RICHARDSON of Linden, aged 86 years. Frederick STANLEY of Orangeville, aged 84 years. John P.STANARD of Alexander Tuesday, aged 84 years. Leone WARNER of Batavia Tuesday, aged three years; burial at Johnsonburg. Submitted by Kathy Helmer Kathle7297@aol.com

Progressive Batavian Batavia, Genesee County, New York State Friday, August 6-1875 LOCAL RECORD. There are ten prisoners in our jail. Gentlemen's Serge Work sold at cost at Woodward's, 74 Main street. There will be an excursion from this county to Portage Bridge on the 19th inst. Particulars next week. John H. DRAIN, a former Bethany boy, has just been appointed Assistant Post Master at Hollister, California. Geo. T. HAMMOND, of North Bergen, is doing a large business in the beehive line. so says the Brockport 'Democrat.' Our Base Ball Club dedicated their neat new uniform, by "waxing" the Pembroke club on Friday last by a score of 40 to 28.--Rah! for our boys. The David COX Monument, at Linden, has attracted the notice of one of our exchanges, which says: "It is one of the finest we have ever seen." The Le Roy 'Gazette' says: "Asbury Chapel is about to discontinue its organization, and to unite with the Le Roy M.E. church."--This will no doubt be an advantage to both societies. Don F. BLOOD, aged 8 years, son of Nelson BLOOD, of Linden, was thrown from a horse on Friday of last week, and had his left leg broken. Under the skillful treatment of Dr. G.W. CROFF he is doing well. The weather has been cold, damp and unpleasant sine Saturday last to this time, (Wednesday.) Fires are needed in sitting rooms and offices to make people comfortable. The coldest August weather we ever remember to have experienced. Mrs. Charles MERRILL, a former resident of this county, but now of Monroe Co., was prostrated by a sun stroke, a few days since, while picking currants in her garden. We notice that one of the physicians called was Dr. Harry NETTLETON, a former resident of Batavia. CARDS.--Call on A.J. McWAIN at the office of the Holland Purchase Insurance Company, and see his large variety of Calling Cards, Repp, Damask, Granite, Pirie's, Snow-flake, Marble, Glass, &c, &c. ++ I.O.G.T.--The nineteenth quarterly session of the Genesee County Lodge, No. 28, will be held with Oakfield Lodge, No. 83, at Oakfield, on Wednesday, August 18th, 1875. The public meeting in the evening will be addressed by Dr. R.E. SUTTON of Rome. W.S. ANDERSON, Co. Sec., Batavia. ++ THE ART OF MONEY MAKING.--Mr. R. POTTER, of West Springfield, Pa., who has been canvassing cities east, has had the success of delivering hundreds of copies of the above work. It is one of the best books published. It is high-toned and lively, particularly adapted to bankers, merchants, clerks, mechanics, young men,, ladies in business, and all persons supporting themselves. It teaches also the art of saving and investing money. Mr. POTTER will solicit orders in this town, and we commend him to the courtesy and patronage of our citizens, to whom the work will prove highly valuable and interesting. ++ FIRST THRESHING OF THE SEASON.--Mr. Editor: In taking a stroll on Tuesday last, I directed my course on the south side of the raging Tonawanda, to view the beautiful fishing grounds on the banks of that splendid stream, near Bushville. When just opposite the fine flouring mill of Mr. John GARWOOD, and near the handsome grounds of Thomas YATES, I heard the hum of a threshing machine. Thinking it quite early for this season, I thought I would walk over to the fine barns of said YATES, from whence the sound came. There I found the boss threshers,, Messrs. Harvey WEED and David SULLINS, with their beautiful new machine, surrounded by a posse of live grangers, headed by that veteran feeder, Burr KENYON. Among them was the old shoe man himself, of Know Nothing notoriety, just taking in the first degree of the Order of the Grangers, in handling the bushel measures, as the splendid sample of "closson wheat" came out of the hopper, looking like so many shoe pegs as the plump grain rolled into the basket. There were only two loads of grain to be threshed, just for seed, one standing on either side of the machine. I stood by while one load of it was run through, and counted 21 bushels of the beautiful sample of white wheat carried off and deposited in the granary. It was a novel sight, when the machine stopped, to see the dusty grangers, as they rested for a moment, and gathered around their chairman and leader to learn the result of this, their "first run of the season." ++ ALABAMA.--"Twinkle, twinkle, little Stars." A match game of base ball was played between the Evening Stars of Alabama and the Eagles of Indian Falls, last Saturday; on the grounds of the former club. The Eagles failed to reach the altitude of the Stars. Only five innings were played, owing to the lateness of the hour of commencement. Game called at 5:30 p.m. Score--Evening Stars 30, Eagles 6. Scorer, C.J. BATEMAN. Umpire, Henry THAYER. Duration of game, 1 hour, 30 minutes. ++ ALEXANDER.--Some people have an idea that Alexander is running down, and that there is no enterprise here. But what sane persons can arrive at such conclusions, when they look about them and see the improvements that are going on. I will name some of them. In the first place, Mr. COONROD has moved his house and set it on a wall, and is building a front which will improve the appearance very much, say nothing of the additional comfort and convenience.--Charley EGGLESTON is also beautifying his house. He has just put up a porch, which improves the appearance very much.--Mr. A. NICHOLS has cut down windows, put on new blinds and painted his house, and has made a decided improvement.--Billy HARRINGTON has put on new cornice, shingled his house and otherwise improved it.--Mr. WING has put on new blinds and painted his house.--Mr. A. RICHMOND has painted his house, on North Seminary street.--The old barn on the same street, which has so long been an eye-sore to some of the neighbors, has been moved at last, and now adorns the premises of Jim DELANY, up on the hill.--P. ZWETSCH, the popular grocer, is putting up a new barn. Besides all these improvements, the town has built new, and repaired, several bridges, so that people can get in and out of Alexander, without running much risk of breaking their necks by the falling of bridges. Fred ZWETSCH, who was hurt by the falling of a bridge, is so as to be around again, but not able to work as yet. Who says the world is not moving, if we are decreasing in population? ++ BERGEN.--Last week Thursday W.H. MILLER, one of our harmonious blacksmiths, took to himself a wife. Miss Sarah HISCOCK was the lady's name. The ceremony was performed in Rochester by Rev. T.E. BELL, pastor of the Frank St. M.E. church. The happy couple immediately settled down to housekeeping, without indulging in a wedding tour. Last Saturday our base ball club went to Brockport and defeated the Brockports by a score of 31 to 27. The result was unexpected, and was caused by the absence of three of the best men of the Brockport club. ++ BETHANY.--News in this section is rather meagre at present. Crops of all kinds are looking finely, and improvements are still going on in different sections of our town. The general health of our place is at present very good, although some few cases of sickness are reported. Ely ROGERS, well and favorably known all over the town, is dangerously sick with erysipelas(?), but we are happy to learn is considered some better, though not out of danger. Old Captain REED has been sick for a long time, but is now, we are glad to see, slowly convalescing, and is able to be out, but he is too old to ever expect to be as sprightly as he once was. Our friend Mel BUELL has--well, what?--got a son. Whew! Well! well! will wonders never cease? Weight, eleven and three-quarters, and so it goes. HUGGINS will please take notice and start anew on his census route. ++ AKRON, as usual, wears a lively business aspect. The steam sawmill of DUNHAM & CENTER is in operation with a new boiler. A burn and explosion have been overcome by the indomitable energy and perseverance of the firm, and a No. 1 mill is turning out large quantities of lumber. A tent meeting in the public park has been conducted for weeks by Rev. REYNOLDS of Brockport. He has discoursed for a long time on the Seventh Day, and threw out a challenge for any one to discuss that subject. Rev. A.C. NEWELL, of Darien, was invited to meet him in debate. He accepted the challenge. Each spoke for two evenings alternately before large audiences. Mr. NEWELL closed the debate last Monday evening, after which an expression was taken of the audience, and about four to one voted in favor of the negative, so ably defended by Mr. NEWELL, that the old law of Moses and the ten commandments are not binding upon us at the present time. The Stafford B.B. Club have arranged to play a match game with the Akron club, to come off on the 12th. The result will be reported. ++ CORFU.--Crop reports are first in order, at this season, so here goes.-- Winter wheat almost a failure, but will, with last year's crop yet in store, supply demand. Hay is abundant and successfully harvested. Oats and barley never promised better in this section. Potatoes are promising well--no injury from bugs, notwithstanding the scare. Corn looks well generally, and will produce a full average yield, if frost holds off late. The corporation has secured several fire extinguishers for the better security of property here. The Hook and Ladder Company are kept in proper training. ++ NEIGHBORING COUNTIES. Buffalo claims 60,000 German in its population of 135,000. The 'American' says that Albion has a population of about 4,115. Fine pickeral have recently been caught in Java Lake, Wyoming Co. The peppermint oil crop of Wayne county this year will reach $500,000. The Hon. James WOOD and John YOUNG of Geneseo have gone to Europe. There are 7,000 children attending the Catholic Free Schools of Buffalo. Uncle Abner HUNTLEY, of Cuba, was 108 years old on the 4th of August. The population of Steuben county has increased 6,741 in the last five years. About thirty-five prisoners are at present confined in the Niagara county jail. The Great Camp Meeting at Silver Lake commences next Wednesday, 11th inst. Chautauqua county jail holds 21 prisoners at present. They talk of enlarging the institution. The OSBORN House, Rochester, rents for $9,250 a year, not including the drug and the book store in the block. Some incendiary made an attempt last week to burn the Episcopal church at Hornellsville, but, luckily, failed. A man fell from the fourth story window of the Dansville Cure Sunday morning, 26th ult. and was instantly killed. Arrangements are being made for a two days Universalist Conference meeting at Silver Lake some time this month. The Perry 'Star' says: "Frank PRITCHARD captured a live black snake near the spoke factory, six feet and seven inches long." Judge Martin GROVER left his home in Angelica last week for the sea coast, in hopes of improving his health. The Judge is quite feeble. The aggregate valuation of property in Rochester as assessed this year is $61,341,700, an increase of about $28,000,000 over last year. Rev. S.D. BOOROM, rector of St. Paul's church, Angelica, has received the appointment of Chaplain in the U.S. Navy, with a salary of $2,000. The Brockport 'Democrat' says it is about to adopt the "No pay, no paper" principle. It's the only sure way. We're pretty much that way ourselves. Rev. Dr. GILLIATT, pastor of the Grace, Episcopal Church, at Lockport, has resigned pastoral charge of that church to accept a call from Pottsville, Pa. ++ submitted by Linda C. Schmidt

The Attica News Attica, Wyoming Co. NY Published Thursday, Jan. 2, 1908 "The Past Year's Events on Record. Arranged in Chronological Order for Ready Reference. Summary of the Miscellaneous Affairs, Accidents and Incidents, Births, Deaths, Marriages and Items of Interest for the Year 1907." July 4-Elizabeth PFLUG of Vernal 2 ½ years old, died Monday. She was poisoned by eating toadstools. Eugene S. NICHOLS of Attica Center died Saturday. John ZAPF of Buffalo, brother of the Misses Kate and Mary ZAPF, died Tuesday, Miss Lena ERION of South Bennington died Wednesday. Remains of Daisy JEFFERSON arrived from California on Sunday. Nina E. ROBERTS of Attica Center was married Saturday to Merle NYE of Groton. Erwin L. FRANCIS had an operation for appendicitis Wednesday. Rev. A. E. BRIGDEN preached his farewell sermon as pastor of the Presbyterian Church on Sunday, a farewell reception was held in the church parlors Friday. Workmen began Wednesday, clearing the debris from A. L. YOUNG's lot Nella M. LINCOLN of Varysburg and Daniel FAFNER of Darien were married June 25. July 11-Death claimed Erwin L. FRANCIS Wednesday, at the age of 38 years. William STAPELL of Darien Center aged 14 was instantly killed Tuesday by being thrown from a wagon. Asher C. HOLMES of Darien died Sunday aged 87 years. Married: July 4th in Buffalo, Alice TOMSETT to Emil WERNER of Varysburg in Attica. Mary Ella HODGE of Bennington to Clyde S. COOPER of Varysburg. Irene BENHAM a former teacher in the Attica High School to Dr. Herbert BARIGHT of New York, at Round Lake, June 30. Harold and Florence MERLE of South Attica, aged 3 and 2 years respectively were operated on for adenoids and enlarged tonsils Monday in Buffalo. Miss Myra MERLE also of South Attica underwent a similar operation the same day. Mrs. Wm. M. EASTMAN of South Attica went under the knife in Buffalo today. BOOTH family reunion was held Saturday at Vernal. Born, July 2d to Mr. and Mrs. Glen SCHNECKENBURGER of Dale, a 9-pound boy. The stork left a boy July 3d, at A. J. WELKER's and a boy July 7th at Edward ALWARDT's. July 18-Wesley RANGER has bought the old cemetery lot on Exchange Street. Arthur MEISNER, 3 year-old, is recovering from a mild attack of diphtheria. Geo. C. BROADBOOKS has bought the GANTER lot in the burned district. James BEARDSLEY has a new boy, born today. A new girl arrived Sunday at John KRYMAN's. Mention is made of the death of Mrs. J. C. KEIBLER of Darien, at Alexander on Sunday. Mrs. John AVERY nee Georgia NORTON, a former teacher here, did some good detective work July 8th at Cleveland, O., recovering a pair of fine horses and a wagon stolen from her husband at Euclid, O., the day previous. July 25-Ex-Supervisor SPINK broke both bones in his left ankle Tuesday by a fall in his barn. Michael HANAVAN of Buffalo, brother of Daniel and Miss Mary HANAVAN was fatally injured Saturday and died a few hours later. Obituary: Mrs. Julia F. HAPLIS, a native of Attica, Sunday, in Warsaw. Mrs. Lewis F. MCLEAN who was born in Java, Monday in Batavia. Janice infant daughter of Albert MENTZ of New York Tuesday. Hyatt COE has been adjudged insane and was taken to Gowanda Tuesday. Married, Julia GAFNER to John SCHILLER, both of Darien Center, July 16. A Reunion of The EWELL-MILLER families was held July 17, at H. C. EWELL's Fred BROADBOOKS has bought three lots on Main Street of W. A. JOINER & W. E. HOPKINS. He will locate his lumberyard there. Edward GATGENS 6 years old, was painfully scalded by hot water this morning. Additional note: My grandmother handwrote: Esther Melissa PARISH married to Clarence Raymond STROH June 18, 1907. Submitted by Kathy Helmer Kathle7297@aol.com

The Daily News Batavia, Genesee County, New York State Thursday Evening, February 27-1896 ENDEAVORS IN ALABAMA. Wheatville.--The Rev. Mr. Van HOESEN of Oakfield organized a Y.P.S.C.E. at the Free Baptist church last night. The fourth lecture in the course will be given by the Rev. T.E. BELL of Buffalo tomorrow night. The subject will be: "The Battle of Antietam." Mr. Van DYKE will deliver a temperance lecture, "From a Bible Standpoint," in Alabama on Monday night, March 2d. Born, on February 15th, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas McPARTLAND, a daughter. Mr.and Mrs. Ed GRINNELL of Saginaw, Mich., who are here visiting relatives, attended the golden wedding of Mr. and Mrs. Paul GRINNELL of East Shelby, the former's parents. Mr.and Mrs. C.D. ROBERTS entertained a party of relatives on Wednesday afternoon. John McPARTLAND of Buffalo has returned, after spending a few weeks with his mother. Miss Minnie JONES has the measles. Miss Amanda FISK has just returned from making her brother, Mr. FISH of Royalton, a long visit. ++ LEAP YEAR DANCE IN ALEXANDER. There will be a leap year dance at the Alexander hotel tomorrow evening. The East Bennington Dramatic club presented "Uncle Josh" to a good-sized audience last evening. After the play all enjoyed a dance. The Epworth League held a sociable at Miss Carrie GILLETTE's last evening. All enjoyed a pleasant time. Charles CHICK is moving from the C.B. HURD place to his farm in Darien. Mrs. Sarah LOSEE and daughter Louise are visiting friends in Batavia. Mrs. Julia BLODGETT of Rochester is the guest of her sister, Mrs. O.S. KIDDER. ++ DEATH OF MRS. ESTHER JUDD WALLACE. Mrs. J.C. GARDNER of East Alexander received on Tuesday news of the death of her mother, Mrs. Esther JUDD WALLACE, at her home in Albion, Mich., on Sunday night last. Mrs. WALLACE was 83 years of age and is survived by four children, William H. JUDD of Morrison, Ill.; Levant C. WALLACE of Detroit, Mich.; Mrs. Carrie E. MINER, who resided with her mother, and Mrs. GARDNER. Mrs. WALLACE was a resident of the town of Batavia for many years and will be remembered by the older members of the Presbyterian church, of which she was a member during her residence in Batavia. The interment took place on Wednesday at Albion, Mich. ++ LOCAL CASES IN SPECIAL TERM. In Special Term in Buffalo yesterday the matter of the distribution of surplus money realized from the sale of Pembroke property in a foreclosure action brought by David DAVIS against Herman FISHER was referred to Judge WOODWARD, on motion of Le SEUR & LENT. An order was entered giving Le SEUR & LENT counsel fees to the amount of $50 in the LUPLOW divorce case. ++ CONDITION OF J.E. WILFORD. J.E. WILFORD, who was severely injured by a fall on the sidewalk on Tuesday night, was considerably better this morning. He is fully conscious all the time, but is suffering some from the effects of the exposure, as he lay on the ground for several hours. He now says that he left his office about 10 p.m. and that he fell on East Main street, but has no idea how he got to Ross street. ++ WHEEL COMPANY WON ITS CASE. Justice KELLOGG, in the Supreme Court in Buffalo yesterday, directed a verdict for the plaintiff for $161.27 in the suit of the Batavia Carriage Wheel company against the defendants, WHEELER & KEATING, and no cause of action against the defendant HOLLISTER. This is a case which grew out of the Buffalo Spring & Gear company to fine its annual report in 1894. ++ BRAINARD--HURLBUT. Attica.--The marriage of Judson BRAINARD and Miss Lucy HURLBUT, both of Attica, took place on Tuesday evening. The bride was beautifully attired in white and wore Bride roses. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. A.B. CONRAD at the home of the bride, in the presence of only relatives and immediate friends. ++ AUCTION SALES. Posters announcing the following auction sales have been printed at The News office: Friday, Feb. 28-James RADLEY will sell on the James RADLEY farm, one mile southwest of Stafford, commencing at 1 p.m., horses, cows, 20 grade ewes, farming utensils, etc. A.W. LAWRENCE, auctioneer. Friday, Feb. 28-E.A. BROWN will sell in Pembroke, 2 miles north of Corfu, on the old Buffalo road, commencing at 10 a.m., farm property, including a choice herd of Jersey cows and heifers, all bred by himself with special reference to their milk and butter qualities, horses, farm tools, 400 bushels oats, 10 tons hay, etc., etc. Lunch at noon. David MENZIE, auctioneer. Wednesday, March 4th-F.S. WEEKS will sell on his farm 1/4 mile north of West Bergen, 3 miles west of Bergen village, 3 miles east of Byron Center, commencing at 12:30 p.m., horses, cows, chickens, ducks, turkeys, wagons, farm tools, etc.; also farm products and a quantity of blacksmith tools. George H. WILCOX, auctioneer. Lunch will be served at noon. Thursday, March 5-George M. GILLETTE being about to give up farming, will sell one mile west of Bergen on the Swamp road, commencing at 12 p.m., horses, cattle, 10 shoats, 90 ewes, 50 fowls, farm utensils, wagons, buggies, 12,000-lb. Howe scale, a quantity of farm produce, 25 bushels English onion sets, 10 bushels White Danver onions, 10 bushels Rutabaga turnips. George H. WILCOX, auctioneer. ++ Mr. S. ROBINSON, Fremont, N.Y. says: "The cheapest way I can cure a cold is to take a few "Break-up-a-Cold" Pills. " Trial box 10c at Jewell's. ++ TODAY'S BERGEN BUDGET. Homer L. SEELEY has put his household goods into a car for shipment to Rochester, where he has secured a place as motorman on the street railway. He will begin work next Monday. His route will be on North and West avenues. He will get 18 cents an hour and work fourteen hours a day. Revival services were held in the Riga Congregational church by the Rev. J.R. ADAMS of this village on Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday evenings of this week. Mr. ADAMS was at home last evening to lead the prayer meeting in his church. He will preach at Riga this evening and tomorrow evening. Twenty-three persons have made a beginning in the Christian life. W.G. WOODWORTH, who is employed in the Rochester office of Aultman, Miller & Co., manufacturers of harvesting machinery, came to town this morning to spend his day. Miss Maude BENTLEY of Rochester, who had been visiting at Irving McPHERSON's and George W. EMERSON's since last Friday, went home this morning. Mrs. Emily M. BAKER of Geneseo writes that she has had no thought of returning to this village to live next June. This announcement Bergen people will read with regret. The Rev. J.E. LYNN is still confined to his house by sciatica. The prayer meeting last evening was led by Deacon CRITTENDEN. ++ OAKFIELD SCHOOL MONEY. The Oakfield Union school will receive $181 from the Regents for the school year of 1894 and '95. A part of the amount has been received. Mrs. Charles LARABY was quite badly injured on Monday by falling on the back porch at her home on Main street. No bones were broken. A hard-times dance will be given by the young people of this town tomorrow evening in Chamberlain's hall. BRAGG's orchestra of Barre will furnish music. Sandwiches and coffee will be served by the ladies. The contest which has been going on in the Good Templars' lodge for the last quarter was ended on Tuesday evening, the winning side being entertained at the home of Mrs. Eva BLISS. Between thirty and forty Good Templars and friends of the lodge were present and the evening was pleasantly spent. A fine luncheon was served. Miss Sarah GRIFFIN entertained friends last evening. Miss Sarah ROOT has been visiting friends at Daws. Mrs. Lucy WOLCOTT and son Clitus are spending some time at the home of Mrs. Emma MARTIN of Byron. Norman DRAKE is sick. George HAXTON, who was injured by lifting a barrel of beans on Friday, was out yesterday for the first time. Mrs. Addison ARMSTRONG has been confined to her home for some time by illness. Charles DRIGGS, who has been so seriously ill, is reported as being able to sit up. Matthew McVEA, who is a conductor on an electric car in Buffalo, has been visiting his parents. George REED of Buffalo has been in town. Mrs. George BARTON of Buffalo has returned home after a few days' visit with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. L.A. WEAVER. Mrs. Dr. Andrew and infant son of Byron have been guests of Mr. and Mrs. C. S. CROOK. Charles FOSTER of Chicago, who has been spending three weeks visiting friends in this locality, started for home Monday. R.H. CHAPIN has returned home after being absent about three weeks on an extended business trip. ++ ANTI-NERVOUS, ANTI-DYSPEPTIC Chew and Smoke Mail Pouch Tobacco No Nerves Quaking No Heart Palpitating No Dyspeptic Aching Nicotine Neutralized ++ FARM NEWS FROM EAST ELBA. Elmer McKURTH has leased the farm of Thomas BARBER (the Judson BARR farm) for the coming three years. Joseph BRIDGE has rented the farm of Alva U. WILLIS, north of Elba village. George DORMAN has bought the interest of O.J. MILLS in the Simeon HOSMER farm. Seymour HUNN is confined to the house by croup. ++ EXPLOSION OF A COAL STOVE. A coal stove at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. R. CROSBY exploded on Tuesday morning and did considerable damage. Mrs. CROSBY hearing the sound went hurriedly to the parlor and found the live coals scattered about the room. They were quickly removed, but a large velvet rug was consumed and an oil cloth under the stove and a new carpet were badly burned. It is thought the damper in the pipe was closed too tight, preventing the gas from escaping and thus causing the explosion. This is the second narrow escape from fire Mr. CROSBY's people have had within a month. The Rev. Mr. VINAL, the evangelist, and Professor BARRETT, the singer, are expected in Elba on Saturday and will remain about three weeks, conducting the revival meetings. Mr. VINAL will preach in the Baptist church on Sunday morning at 11 o'clock, and it is expected that Professor BARRETT will assist the choir in singing. The funeral of Miss Nellie HOYT was largely attended yesterday afternoon at the Friends' church. The Rev. J.D. PIPER conducted the impressive services. The floral offerings were choice and beautiful. The bearers were Edward SHOTWELL, Murray SHOTWELL, William GANSHAW, Irving DILLINGHAM, George BLOOD, and Herbert BLOOD. The accounts of Highway Commissioner William DESSOM and Overseer of the Poor William STROUTS were presented to the Town Board and audited at the business session yesterday. ++ SURPRISE PARTY IN BYRON. Last evening about thirty of the friends of Mr. and Mrs. C.H. SHEDD made them a surprise visit. The party gathered at K.O.T.M. hall and marched to the house near by and took Mr. and Mrs. SHEDD entirely by surprise. The evening was spent in playing cards and crokonole and a sumptuous supper was served, which was furnished by the participants. Mr. and Mrs. SHEDD expect to soon remove to Akron to reside. There was a good crowd at the sale at auction yesterday of the property of the late W.S. GREEN and the stock brought good prices. Oliver WEST was not put up. The Rev. and Mrs. J.W. STITT called on friends in Akron on Tuesday. Mrs. James McELVER is on the sick list. Mrs. Eugene BARKER has gone to Chicago to spend some time with her daughter, Mrs. B.F. HOXIE. James MILLS is very sick at his home in this town. ++ CURRENT EVENTS IN BUSHVILLE. Mr. LEGGETT has returned from his trip to Philadelphia and New York. Miss GARWOOD is convalescent, Mrs. WHITNEY is quite ill. Mrs. GRAHAM gave a fine musical entertainment last night. The Rev. H.R. KEATES will conduct evangelistic meetings this evening and tomorrow evening. ++ MERE MENTION. Three lodgers in jail last night were discharged this morning by Judge WOODWARD. H.H. FOUNTAIN of North Pembroke today sold F.J. SAILE a hog one year and ten mouths old which weighed 640 pounds. Gas was shut off for about fifteen minutes early last evening, owing to the fact that something got out of order at the works. Special meetings are being continued by the Salvation Army. Miss SHARP will take a prominent part this evening. The subject of the meeting will be "Suicide." A glass of beer held in the hand is the ballot emblem of the for-license people in Stafford. Stafford is to vote at Town meeting on the question of Town Auditors. The W.C.T.U. meeting will be held tomorrow afternoon at 3 o'clock at Mrs. DAY's, Summit street. Delegates will be elected to attend the County convention in Corfu. The Baptist Woman's Foreign Missionary Society will celebrate its silver anniversary tomorrow evening at 7:30 o'clock in the church parlors. There will be brief exercises, recitations, reading and music. Afterward there will be refreshments, and a silver offering will be taken. ++ Wall Paper. Newest designs in art wall paper just received at Cross's, No. 12 State street. ++ PERSONAL. Dr. BURKHART returned this morning from a brief visit to Albany. Dr. BOLTON started for Wallingford, Conn., last night, but upon reaching Rochester he received a telegram stating that his father, who is ill, was much better, so he returned home. General Thomas J. SHYROCK of Baltimore, who was elected Treasurer of Maryland yesterday by the General Assembly, is a brother-in-law of William T. MYLCRANE, Secretary of the Baker Gun company. ++ THIS END OF THE STATE. The West Shore railroad has commenced an action to have an assessment of $86,000 on its property in the town of Riga reduced. Harvey PARMELEE, aged 30, the first patient admitted to Craig Colony, and who came from Bath, is dead. He was found lifeless in bed and it is supposed he smothered. John J. SMITHERS, aged 76, and Mrs. Mary A. CRUSSMACK, aged 70, both of Nunda, have been united in marriage in that village. It is the bride's third marriage and the groom's fourth matrimonial venture. An extraordinary term of Supreme Court has been ordered convened by Governor MORTON of Warsaw on March 23d, Justice CHILDS presiding, at which time William PLUCKER will be tried for the murder of Hilas MARTIN at Arcade in November. George M. DAVIS, a wealthy general merchant of Rock Glen, Wyoming county, has been arrested by Deputy United States Marshal BARDWELL of Rochester on charge of selling alcohol without paying the special tax. His case is on in Rochester this afternoon. ++ submitted by Linda C. Schmidt

Progressive Batavian Batavia, Genesee County, New York State Friday, January 25-1878-part 2 of 2 LOCAL RECORD. A long-waited improvement has been made in the re-flooring of the depot waiting room. A new Sign has been swung over his store door by that genial groceryman, Chas. C. HUGGINS. The Orchestra that will play for the Firemen's benefit next week, is alone worth the price of admission. Mr. A.H. CHASE returned Saturday from an extensive Western tour of two or three weeks. Traveling seems to agree with him. Wednesday of this week was really winterish--lots of fellows were bending down their ears to see whether the tips of them were not frozen. It is to be hoped that our citizens will open their pocketbooks and hearts, and do all they can to make the Firemen's benefit a success. Next Tuesday and Wednesday. Joseph C. SHULTS is one of our live grocerymen, and, like other men, believes in the value of printers' ink. His new advertisement, to-day, is worth the careful attention of every reader. Complimentary.--The Medina "Register' says "the 'Progressive Batavian' is hard to beat as a country newspaper." Our vanity is immensely tickled. Hoop us, somebody, or we shall burst. Mr. A.J. YOUNG, of Alabama Center, delivered an interesting address at the silver wedding of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. LAW, of Broome Co., recently. His remarks are published in full in the Medina 'Register' of last week. Pleasant party.--Some 60 or 70 of the Good Templar friends of Stafford, gave Mr. and Mrs. Peter WILLIAMS a pleasant and enthusiastic reception party at their own house, on their return from their wedding tour a few evenings since. Sudden Death.--We learn from the Le Roy 'Gazette' that Alba PAUL, a gentleman of some 60 years who resided in that village, was found dead in his bed on Wednesday morning of this week. He had been in usual health the day previous. A fine Calf.--N.K. CONE, Esq., of Bethany, has a Devon bull calf six months and 22 days old, which tips the scale at 454. Who can show a better? For a Devon he's a 'whopper.' His mother is only a three year old--almost a calf herself. WOODWARD's Store has been re-floored, hard wood being substituted for pine. This is made necessary, we presume, by the downward pressure which he proposes to put on the price of boots and shoes, when inaugurating a cash business Feb. 1st. The plays to be presented here on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings next by the Rochester Opera House Co., for the benefit of our Fire Department, are "Colleen Bawn" and "The Octoroon." Turn out and help the boys and give yourself a few hours enjoyment. Matrimonial.--The papers report the marriage last week of Walter H. SMITH, of Le Roy, to Miss Mattie S. LAWRENCE, of Albion. Mr. SMITH is a young lawyer of ability, with a broad field of usefulness before him, and we congratulate him upon his success in this important suit. Badly Sold.---Those five or six young men, who humbugged by the sensational cave-cell-skeleton, musty-manuscript yarn, rushed off to Alexander to investigate, found the cell, but it was spelt with a big "S." They returned fully convinced that the 'Times' is a most re-lie-able sheet. The "Dime Entertainment" given by the young Misses of the Presbyterian church of Byron, was a decided success in every way, and the broad smile on every one's face, through the whole performance, proved that, "A little nonsense now and then, Is relished by the wisest men." Bursting of a Polishing Wheel--A wooden polishing wheel, about two feet in diameter, burst in the plow works last week. Fortunately the man operating it had just stepped to one side before the accident, and thus escaped the danger from the flying fragments, a large piece of which went through the window and struck the ground with great violence many yards distant. The man tending it was so scared that he refused to work longer. Accident in Bergen.--On Monday morning a man named Elisa BENSON, traveling eastward on the railroad track, was struck by a freight locomotive and badly injured. He claimed to be from the Black Hills on his way to Oswego Co. He will probably recover. A man killed.--The body of a poor tramp was found on or near the railroad track, some two miles west of Byron station, Wednesday of this week. Coroner TOZIER investigated--found in the pockets of the dead man seven cents and a razor--his right shoulder badly mashed, and the ribs of his right side all broken from the backbone. Verdict--death from accident. Teachers' Examination.--The next examination of applicants for teachers certificates, will be held in the Court House, Batavia, N.Y., on Saturday, Feb. 2d, at 9:15 A.M., in the following subjects:--Arithmetic, algebra, geography, grammar, history, civil government, and spelling. - C.V. HOOPER, School Commissioner. Acquitted.-- The fellows who were arrested at the National Hotel in this village, a short time since, on charge of being counterfeiters, were, on trial before the U.S. Court at Albany, acquitted, there being no proof that coin had actually been made. NEPHEW was promptly taken in hand by Post-office Detective McDONALD, for the burglary of a Post-office in Livingston Co. NEWPHEW pleaded guilty and will be sentenced at this term. Report of the Alexander Cheese Factory for the Season of 1877: Total expenses, $2,901.90, total amount of Money Received, $19,988.39. Factory opened March 27th, and closed Nov. 30th. A feast of vocal music.--Of the Apollo Concert Club, advertised at Dellinger Opera House, Batavia, next Monday evening, the Stamford 'Advocate' says. That tramp printer.--Referring to the typographical pedestrian who attempted to dispose of stolen goods here, for which he was sentenced by Justice JOHNSON to the Penitentiary for 100 days, the Warsaw 'New Yorker' says: "If it was a pretty severe sentence he deserved it all, for in addition to being a thief, he was a liar and miserable type-setter." But it seems this was not all, for he turns out to be a horse-thief as well. Being married in Connecticut, he started out on his bridal tour with a horse and buggy not his own, which he sold in New York, and the officers were on his track, when he was arrested here. His honey moon seems to have passed its last quarter, as well as himself. Fire at West Bethany.--The schoolhouse at West Bethany, with its contents, was burned to the ground on Friday night last. In the evening the oyster supper announced in last week's paper, was held there, and it is supposed the fire caught from the chimney, as but a few coals were in the stove when the last person left the house. The principal loss is in the books and some silver ware that was left there, as the building itself was old, and would probably have been re-built the coming spring, even if the fire had not occurred. The oyster supper and literary entertainment, given for the benefit of the church fund, was largely attended and interesting, $38 being cleared above all expenses, and would have been a most successful affair, had it not been for its unfortunate termination. The fire was discovered about two hours after the company had dispersed, but too late to save anything from the flames. ++ Recent Sales effected through the Genesee County Real Estate Agency, corner of Main and Bank Sts., Batavia, Chas. A. KIBBE, manager. G.B. JOHNSON, Brewerton, NY, sold farm of 50 acres for $6,500. D.T. GRIFFIN, East Oakfield, NY, sold farm of 35 acres for $3,600. Plin D. LYON, Nunda Station, sold farm of 330 acres for $7,920. Mrs. MEAD, Batavia, sold house and lot on Summit St. for $1,900. J.RAFTER, 3 1/2 miles east of Batavia, sold 6 acres for $1,115. L.DOTY, Batavia, sold house and lot on East Main St., for $1,450. J.M. QUALE, Batavia, sold mill property near depot for $7,000. Homer HALL, Byron, sold farm of 78 acres for $5,800. N.A. WOODWARD, Batavia, sold lot for $150. R.H. WELCH, Bushville, sold 20 acres for $2,200. John LAPP, Batavia, sold house and lot on Swan St. for $1,100. E.C. WALKER, Batavia, sold house and lot on Cedar St. for $1,900. F.J. CORNELL, Stafford, sold farm of 108 acres for $105 per acre. John L. DAVIS, Byron, sold farm of 55 acres for $2,750. A.C. CALL, Aljona, Iowa, sold hotel and eating house for $10,000. J.B. SNOW, Le Roy, sold farm of 111 acres for $90 an acre. H.F. CAAB, Batavia, sold 12 acres on Lewiston Road for $3,500. Jasep REED, Millville, Orleans Co., sold farm of 15 acres for $2,500. M. TRIPP, Millville, sold farm of 30 acres for $3,500. ++ A Heart-rending Causality. Our readers or most of them at least, have doubtless heard of the house-burning, and loss of life therein, which occurred near our village on Friday last. The particulars of that casualty are these: On Friday morning last, at the home of Austin T. MINER,, whose farm lies about a mile and a half east from the Court House, on Main street, Otis MINER, son of Austin, was preparing a composition of turpentine and asphaltum, with which to stain a bookcase. The composition was being heated in a kettle on the kitchen stove. In the room were Austin MINER, his mother, a lady some 93 years of age, Minnie, his daughter, some 19 years of age, Otis, his son, and Mr. Fred HARRIS. Noticing that the composition in the kettle was boiling up, Otis called to Minnie, who was ironing, to hand him a holder. She did so, but as he raised the kettle from the stove its contents burst into flame, so burning his hand that he dropped the kettle upon the floor. Miss Minnie dashed a pail of water upon the flaming mass, but the fire was very little affected by it. Mr. HARRIS caught an over-coat from the wall and made an effort to smother the fire, but without avail. The three, Minnie, Otis, and Harris, then ran out of the house by the front door. As they emerged from the door, Minnie exclaimed, "Where is grandmother?" and rushed back into the house in search of her. At this time the kitchen was all aflame and the other rooms were filled with a dense black smoke, suffocating and almost impenetrable. Anxious for the safety of his sister, Otis attempted to follow her, but the smoke was so dense he could neither breathe nor see, when standing up. He then got down to the floor, where the smoke was less dense, and discovered Minnie, lying in the doorway of her grandmother's room, adjoining the kitchen, motionless, and with her clothes nearly consumed by the fire. With his friend HARRIS he crawled along the floor to her, and by their united efforts she was dragged out into the open air. But the fire had done its work upon poor Minnie. Burned beyond recognition, she had sacrificed her young life in a heroic attempt to rescue her beloved grandmother. She gasped feebly when first brought to the air, and again when laid upon the bed at Mr. S.B. LUSK's, whither she was immediately removed, and then her young earth life, rosy, sparkling, buoyant, and happy, a few short moments before, went out forever. Hundreds of weeping hearts in this community attest the love and esteem in which she was held by all who knew her. Meantime, while Minnie, was sacrificing her life for her aged relative, and her brother and friend were jeopardizing theirs to save her, Mr. MINER had also been active for the rescue of his mother, and had helped her to escape by a back way. The old lady, Mrs. Josephine MINER, was considerably burned in her face and head but not dangerously. She is now with her daughter, Mrs. Hiram WOODS, of this place. Mr. Austin T. MINER was very badly burned on the right hand, so as to disable it for use for some time to come, and quite severely, though less deeply, on his left hand. With his wife and younger children, he is now stopping[sic] with his nearest neighbor, Mr. S.B. LUSK. Mr. Otis MINER and Mr. Fred HARRIS were so badly burned in their hands, Mr. HARRIS so severely it is feared he will lose his right thumb. About the time Minnie was removed from the house, Mr. S.B. LUSK, who had discovered that his neighbor's house was on fire, came running to the scene of disaster, and hearing some one say, "Grandmother is still in the house," pushed his way to her room but could not find her, and was compelled to a speedy retreat by the suffocating smoke. On reaching the open air and learning that the old lady was safe, he, with others, turned his attention to saving household effects as far as possible. Very little was saved, however, except what was rescued from the cellar, and as there was no insurance on house or contents, the insurance having just expired, Mr. MINER and family sustained, in addition to their severe affliction, great pecuniary loss. The bereaved and afflicted family have the deepest sympathy of the entire community. ++ submitted by Linda C. Schmidt

Hi Gwen, My only suggestion is that it is not at all uncommon to find things in wills of that age, which are either misspelled, or perhaps written in old English. After SEVERAL various searches, the only thing I came up with was either a "cow stable" or a "cow house" for byre. I really can't think of what the hook might be, but maybe it was either something to secure the "barn door", or a hook to toss the hay into the stall???? Sorry, but that was the BEST I could do!!! Happy hunting! Joan In a message dated 7/21/2002 4:58:42 PM Eastern Standard Time, GHCHOCTAW@aol.com writes: > Can anyone help me with a term from the 1875? On Schedule F, a list of > Personal Goods and Chattels, is listed "one Byer hook" valued at $1.00. > This > item falls right in the middle of these other items: one Steel plow - > $2.00, > one Corn planter - $5.00, one Mower - $30.00, one Grain Cradle - $1.00, one > hay Rack - $2.00, one harrow - $2.00. > > I find the term "byre" meaning a cow stable, but I can find nothing for the > term "Byer." > > Any suggestions appreciated. > Gwen Joslin Hiles >

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Looking for the book "Underground Railroad: From Slavery to Freedom" by Wilber Siebert. In it he lists for Monroe County Asa Anthony, Daniel Anthony,& Mary Anthony as operators on the Underground Railroad. The names from his book are listed at http://www.ugrr.com I am trying to find out what race they are. In the town of Alabama, NY, 1840 census under "Free Persons of Color" I have: ANTHONY, GEORGE one male under age 10 one male 24 to 35 years two females under age 10 two females 24 to 36 years 1850 census ANTHONY George 42 Farm Laborer Mary 40 Eliza 18 Nancy 13 George 11 Cornelia H. 7 Any guesses? I have free persons of color on my 1830 census too. At first I thought they might be Indians living off the Tonawanda Reservation but the names don't go along with the familiar names from there, even historically. Those names are: KNOWER, HENRY two males under 10 years, one male 24 and under 36 years of age one female under 10 years, one female 36 and under 55 years of age SHEALD, ELIJAH one male 24 to under 36 years of age one female under 10 years of age, one female 24 to under 36 years of age -- Cindy Amrhein Town of Alabama Historian in Genesee Co., NY Experience the Town of Alabama in Genesee County, NY. http://www2.pcom.net/cinjod/historian/ APHNYS (Association of Public Historians of New York State) http://www.tier.net/aphnys __________________________________________________________________ Your favorite stores, helpful shopping tools and great gift ideas. Experience the convenience of buying online with Shop@Netscape! http://shopnow.netscape.com/ Get your own FREE, personal Netscape Mail account today at http://webmail.netscape.com/

Can anyone help me with a term from the 1875? On Schedule F, a list of Personal Goods and Chattels, is listed "one Byer hook" valued at $1.00. This item falls right in the middle of these other items: one Steel plow - $2.00, one Corn planter - $5.00, one Mower - $30.00, one Grain Cradle - $1.00, one hay Rack - $2.00, one harrow - $2.00. I find the term "byre" meaning a cow stable, but I can find nothing for the term "Byer." Any suggestions appreciated. Gwen Joslin Hiles

The Attica News Attica, Wyoming Co. NY Published Thursday, Jan. 2, 1908 "The Past Year's Events on Record. Arranged in Chronological Order for Ready Reference. Summary of the Miscellaneous Affairs, Accidents and Incidents, Births, Deaths, Marriages and Items of Interest for the Year 1907." June 5-Married Tuesday at St. Vincent's rectory, Mrs. Mary CONLON to George M. RADDER. Andrew Spring writes interestingly of his life in the Philippines. Mrs. Ellen HAWKINS died Tuesday, aged nearly 80. Edgar W. REDDISH, formerly of Attica, died June 3d, at LeRoy. Hon. J. H. LOOMIS reached his 84 birthday on Tuesday. Henry WERNER was injured in a runaway near Linden Sunday. Burt SUNRICKER sailed today for Europe to tour Russia in the interest of the Harvester Co., of Batavia. June 13-Mr. and Mrs. Charles E. WILLIAMS of Windsor celebrated their 15th-wedding anniversary on Saturday. June 9th marked the date of Mr. and Mrs. John ARMSTRONG's golden wedding. M. E. BARNES of Buffalo, son-in-law of Mrs. Mary DALY buys a shoe store in Batavia. Carl J. GEOTNER of East Bennington died Sunday, aged 19 years. Mrs. Flora HUMPHREY, a former teacher in the Attica school, died Saturday in the Garfield Hospital, Washington, D. C. Jas. G. FREEMAN of El Paso, Texas, nephew of Miss Kate MANNING died May 26th of consumption. Marriages mentioned: Mary SHANNON of Buffalo to James SHEEHAN of Attica, Wednesday. Bertha May RABB to James R. TYSON, Wednesday. Frank KRYMAN to Bertha BARDOF of Buffalo, Wednesday. Jacob SCHLERKER and sister Miss Carrie sustained some bad bruises Sunday by being thrown from a buggy. June 20-Cupid's harvest was a large one and included many familiar names, as follows: Jean Lyttle VOSBURG to Ernest Henry SUMNER of Rochester, Wednesday; Clarence Raymond STROH to Esther Melissa PARISH, Tuesday. Edna C. STEDMAN to John T. SEAGERT, Tuesday. Fred J. KRYMAN to Ora Bell NICHOLS, Wednesday. Amos G. BATCHELDER of New York formerly of Attica to Mrs. Lottie DEWOLFE of Brookline, Mass. In Boston June 12. Blanche Irene GANTER to William H. GALLAHER, D. D. S. of Pittsburg, Pa. Wednesday Charles M. HUMPHREY and Ruth CORP both of Darien Center in Buffalo on Tuesday. Benj. SLATER died suddenly Sunday aged 65 years. Mrs. Michael ZEHLER of East Bennington died June 9th. Genesee District EPWORTH Leaguers closed a most successful three days' convention here on Sunday. Huley PHILPS of Canaseraga a Civil War veteran died Saturday at the home of his daughter, Mrs. T. W. MOON. Marguerite BIBNEY, 3-year-old, fell from a chair Saturday and broke her collarbone. August WHEATMAN underwent a surgical operation last Thursday. George GAY graduated Thursday from St. John's Military Academy at Manlius. Wm. AYRAULT and Edith NESBITT have bought building lots on Elm Street. Son, No. 3, arrived at Conrad GATGENS' today. A girl arrived June 10, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Edward BONNER nee BRIEM, of Buffalo. 90 in the shade on Tuesday. June 27-Most disastrous fire in Attica's history Sunday. Loss $150,000. Eight business places with their contents destroyed. Daisy R. JEFFERSON died Saturday morning in Los Angeles, Col. Four students were graduated Tuesday from the High School. Jacob BROADBOOKS formerly of South Attica, died last Thursday in Batavia of a broken back the result of an accident two years ago. Married: Edith May COGGON of Castile and Arthur W. DAVIS, formerly of Varysburg on Wednesday. Pearl May RYKERT to August Franklin MERLE of South Attica will be married this evening. Carrie RUDULPH of Bennington and John SIMME of Alden Wednesday. The stork left a boy Sunday at M. B. SHEA's in Pittsburg, Pa. Submitted by Kathy Helmer Kathle7297@aol.com

The Attica News Attica, Wyoming Co. NY Published Thursday, Jan. 2, 1908 "The Past Year's Events on Record. Arranged in Chronological Order for Ready Reference. Summary of the Miscellaneous Affairs, Accidents and Incidents, Births, Deaths, Marriages and Items of Interest for the Year 1907." May 2 - St. Luke's Bazaar Wednesday was a great success, receipts $600. Mrs. Amelia WHITE died Monday of consumption, aged 38 years. E. C. FILKINS, formerly of Attica, becomes a member of a theatrical firm to be known as HOLLAND & FILKINS. W. H. FULLER sells his saloon on Market Street to James DEPLANTY, and Augustus SCHUM sells his saloon on Exchange Street to George BAILEY of Batavia. Mrs. Luella JAMES was taken Monday to the County house at Varysburg. C. C. NICHOLS is ill of blood poisoning. Rev. and Mrs. A.R. KEPLER, nee Jeannette FITCH, who are missionaries to China, with their two children, were here Thursday. Miss Mildred TENNANT, a member of the High School faculty for three years, has accepted a position in Brooklyn. W. H. EMERSON resigns as manager of the Home Telephone Exchange. May 9-Death of C. C. NICHOLS occurred Sunday morning. He was a Civil War veteran, a native and life long resident of the place. Other deaths mention include: David JOHNSON, a farmer, aged 65 years, on Saturday: (handwritten "Frank's Father") Mrs. Mary A. HARRIS of Darien on Friday aged 76 years Rev. C. R. BEYER of West Seneca, a former pastor of St. Paul's church on Saturday, aged 71 years. Miss Pauline LAMONTAGNE resigns as a teacher of music and drawing in the High School. A tool house on the E. B. SKINNER farm was burned on Sunday. Ground was broken Tuesday for the new Masonic temple. Dr. T. A. MORRISON has moved to Angola. Miss Nettie PETTIBONE left Tuesday to become a missionary at Juneau, Alaska May 16-Saturday Mr. and Mrs. Coridon S. THOMSON celebrated the 60 anniversary of their marriage. Ron SIERK, a former Attica boy, now night operator in the Erie station at Tonawanda, had a serious time with four "Yeggs" Wednesday. He was bound and gagged while the safe was blown open and robbed. The remains of John KRIEGELSTEIN, who died in Lincoln, Neb., in July 1906, arrived here Friday for interment in the BRAINARD cemetery. Obituary: Alfred infant son of Wm. SNYDER died Friday of measles. Etta RICHERT of South Attica died Wednesday of consumption, aged 18 years. Mrs. S. A. HILLMAN, daughter of Henry CORNWALL of Alexander died Saturday in Havre de Grace, Md. Mrs. Fanny CHUBBUCK, a native of Darien, died at her home in Seymour Wis. Rowley P. TAYLOR, W. R. C. disbanded some time ago, has been reorganized. Baptist church is undergoing extensive repairs. Nellie Drusilla is the name of the girl, born to Mr. and Mrs. John O. LAX, nee TANGER of Columbus, O., May 6th. Snow to the depth of two inches covered the ground Saturday. Jacob WEBER of Warsaw opens a cobbler's shop on Exchange St. A son was born, the 6th, to Mr. and Mrs. Jos. LIPPOLD. Miss Louise FLACH is home from Buffalo, where she underwent a severe surgical operation. May 23-Another cold snap Monday, mercury at 30 above zero. Miss Elizabeth MERLE of South Attica graduates, May 31st from the medical department of the Buffalo University. Miss Mabel TOMSETT was kicked by a horse Sunday, no bones broken. Gypsies, the first of the season, were here Friday. Dr. J. F. CROWLEY of Batavia opens an office in town. Leo FOSS and Frieda ROSE of Oakfield were married Wednesday, May 15. Albert SIMONDS, had his left hand mangled Friday in an ice cream freezer. A slight fire Friday in the old BEKER place on Exchange St. called out the firemen. Deaths mentioned: Mrs. Wm. VICKERY of Darien Center Monday aged 78 Frank E. SCARFF, son of Rev. J.M. SCARFF of Bethany Friday aged 48. Charles F. SEWARD OF Alexander, Thursday, the 16th, aged 82. Acheus HEWETT of Cowlesville Sunday aged 81. Mrs. Fannie A. BROWN of Avon, formerly of Alexander, Monday, aged 77 years. Mrs. Clayton GARDNER formerly of Attica, Tuesday at Rock Glen, aged 26 years. Frank COX of Cowlesville, May 15 at Roswell N. Mexico, aged 26 years. Louise EICIENBERG of Alexander, Saturday of scarlet fever. May 30-Dr. A. D. BECKER has sold his dental business to Dr. LEIGH of Trumansburg. Mrs. Anna Gardner of Dry Bridge received word Saturday of the death of her son J. Adolphus GARDNER of Roosevelt, Idaho, May 13, with pneumonia. Ermil J. TRUELL Born in Attica 28 years ago, died Monday in Buffalo, burial at Forest Hill on Wednesday. William GRANT of Darien died Tuesday of apoplexy and concussion of the brain caused by a fall. Marguerite, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E. J. BRONSON, died Friday of pneumonia. Submitted by Kathy Helmer Kathle7297@aol.com

The Attica News Attica, Wyoming Co. NY Published Thursday, Jan. 2, 1908 "The Past Year's Events on Record. Arranged in Chronological Order for Ready Reference. Summary of the Miscellaneous Affairs, Accidents and Incidents, Births, Deaths, Marriages and Items of Interest for the Year 1907." April 2- -Attica post office changed hands Monday, Henry B. FLACH, the new postmaster taking charge with Henry BALLSMITH as deputy. -A small fire at Mrs. WYMANs Wednesday. -Wm. J. ALWARDTS prepares to build a new house on West Avenue. -Grace BRONSON and Wm. WOOD are married in Buffalo on Saturday. Obituary: -William R. LINDSEY who was born in Attica, January 16, 1823, died Sunday -John D. SALISBURY, brother of W. H. SALISBURY, in a Boston hospital Friday evening -Mrs. Frederick DUSING Tuesday at the age of 57 years. -Highways are in a deplorable condition. -Wm. TIMM and family move to Coraopolis, Pa. -Mr. and Mrs. Reuben H. FARNHAM of Riverhead. L. I. Have a daughter born March 24. -A boy was born Saturday to Mr. and Mrs. Geo. GILNER. April 11 - Week's death record is a long one, and is as follows: -Wm. V. LONGEE of Marilla Saturday at the home of his son, Dr. L. B. LONGEE. Interment at Marilla. -Phillip LUDWIG of Railroad street, Monday, burial at Bennington. Thomas MILLS of Linden Friday, aged 84 years. Francis J. BAUER, formerly of Darien Center at Buffalo on Monday. Jacob SWABLE of Cowlesville, of consumption aged 46 years. Viola, infant daughter of Francis GAY of Buffalo, April 3d, burial at Dale. Clyde Reuben LESTER, Wednesday of pneumonia aged 21 years. Charles A. BARTLETT formerly of Attica Center, Thursday night of cerebro-spinal meningitis, at Miss Franc RICHARDSON's residence. Mrs. Nancy P. NORTON of Bethany Sunday aged 96 years. Wm. R. BIGELOW of Batavia Sunday, cousin of Mrs. WYMAN, aged 81. Home Telephone Co. installs a new fire alarm system. Frank THOMAS and Levi GLOR buy John PECK's milk route. Measles have made their appearance in town. John AUSTIN is building a new house on Genesee St. City reservoir is cleaned this week. Ground was broken Monday for Rev. C. E. BASCOM's new house. Tuesday in Buffalo, the second daughter was born Mr. and Mrs. L. H. BECKER Frank WALBRIDGE had a toe smashed Saturday. Wm GASSMAN has a new daughter born Wednesday. Nicholas REDING is the new chief of the Fire Department. Robt. GOODWIN of Warsaw buys T. A. MORRISON's house on North St. W. F. COGSWELL celebrated his 80 birthday Wednesday. W. H. SELIGMAN goes into the piano and bicycle business on Exchange St. April 18 - Snow flurries have been numerous the past week. Mrs. Myra STEDMAN is now assistant at the Library. Alvah RADDER and Howard WRIGHT who have a drug store at Black Rock have purchased a pharmacy at 224 Front St. Buffalo. W. L. NEVENGER has moved his family here from Varysburg. Theron BULLOCK of Alexander, died Tuesday in the Rochester State Hospital, aged 90. He attempted suicide three weeks ago. Mrs. Mary BRIGDEN of Moravia, mother of Rev. A. E. BRIGDEN, died Friday. Mrs. Harriet A. DIXON of Johnsonburg, died Monday in Alexander, burial at East Bethany. Benjamin F. HYDE of Alexander died Wednesday. R. Tracy MILLER of Alexander has bought an interest in a tract of timer land in Alabama and is going south. Mr. and Mrs. Charles AHL of Linden celebrated their 35 wedding anniversary on Wednesday. Michael BEDING of North Java and Clara BECKER of Sheldon were married Tuesday. April 25 - Marriages mentioned: John H. WAHL of LeRoy to Frances E. WOOD of Caledonia Wednesday. Mr. WAHL is the proprietor of the St. James Hotel. Leona M. MERLE of South Attica to Charles E. RENDER of Orangeville, April 11th. Ida Cecelia SPARKS of Tonawanda to Dennis J. SHEEHAN of Buffalo, formerly of Attica, on Tuesday. Lawrence L. STEVENSON, a former clerk in ROGERS' drug store will be married in Newburg, Ont. to Olive GAGE. Street sprinkler appeared for the first time on Friday. First ball game of the season scheduled for Saturday. Born on Sunday, a daughter, to Mr. and Mrs. Augustus RICHERT of Pearl St., and a Son to Mr. and Mrs. James P. HAYES of Jefferson Street. Floyd Nichols has a spike driven head first through his left hand. Friday, Mr. and Mrs. R. J. ROGERS celebrated their 56th wedding anniversary. Death of James H. BOSTWICK, a former resident, occurred April 7th in the Isle of Pines. Other deaths mentioned: Harriet HOFFOWER of Varysburg, sister of Earl HOFFOWER of this village. George J. MAYER, formerly of Attica Center, in Buffalo Tuesday. Willis FOX, formerly of Attica in Batavia Friday. Otis GETMAN of Darien, Sunday. Mrs. Wm. J. LOFTUS, a native of Attica, Saturday in Batavia, interment at Forest Hill. Submitted by Kathy Helmer kathle7297@aol.com

Hi all, The following are clippings from the Genesee County History Department's Obit books. Most of the articles are dated, but some only contain the year, and I assume that they were all from one of the Batavia newspapers, although they don't state WHICH paper. All can be found at the Genesee County History Department, and probably on microfilm at the Richmond Memorial Library in Batavia as well. Some of the subjects are my family, while others are just articles that I inadvertently copied while getting the clippings on my family. I will label my family clippings accordingly, and if anyone finds a connection, PLEASE contact me, as I would LOVE to share info!!! If an article is NOT labeled as my family, however, I would ask that you PLEASE NOT contact me in hopes of obtaining further info, as I will have none!! These articles can all be found in the archives of the NY-OLD-NEWS-L@rootsweb.com list as well. ENJOY!!!! ************************************** December 19th or 20th, 1906 MRS. MIAL A. MERRITT Death of a Lifelong Resident of Le Roy After a Brief Illness Le Roy, Dec. 19 - Mrs. Mary Louise MERRITT, wife of Mial Augustus MERRITT and a lifelong and esteemed resident of this village, died suddenly at her home on Lake street about 8:30 o'clock last evening. She suffered a light stroke on Sunday, but, although she was quite ill, her condition was not considered serious. Yesterday she became worse and failed rapidly. Mrs. MERRITT formerly was Miss Mary Louise PIERSON, daughter of Edwin PIERSON and was born in Le Roy on February 15, 1835. Mr. and Mrs. MERRITT celebrated their golden anniversary on October 2d. Mrs. MERRITT had been a member of the Methodist Episcopal church over 54 years and had always been closely identified with the church work. Besides her husband she is survived by four daughters, Mrs. Warren SMITH, Miss Augustus [sic] MERRITT and Miss Mary F. MERRIT of Le Roy and Mrs. Charles H. ROOT of Caledonia. The funeral will be held from the house at 3 o'clock on Friday afternoon, the Rev. Mark KELLEY officiating. The interment will be in Machpelah cemetery. ************************************** September 18, 1906 Former Basom Woman Dead Basom, Sept. 18 - Mrs. and Mrs. J. NEWELL and daughters Nora and Mabel of Buffalo were in town today to attend the funeral of Mrs. NEWELL'S mother, Mrs. MARBLE, formerly of this place, who died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Eliza BURT of Akron. The funeral was at the M.E. church in Alabama Center and the interment was in the cemetery there. Mrs. MARBLE was 87 years old. ************************************** September 10, 1906 Mother of Bergen Woman Dead Mrs. Catherine McINTYRE, widow of James McINTYRE, a Civil War veteran, and mother of Mrs. J. GOUGH of Bergen, died on Saturday night at her home near Churchville. She was born in Ireland 65 years ago, but came to this country when 18 years of age. Her husband died in October last year. Besides Mrs. GOUGH she leaves three sons and two daughters. ************************************** July 13, 1906 HIRAM MIRCH Death of a Former Resident of Elba at His Home in Holley, Aged 68. Remains of Hiram MIRCH, a former resident of Elba, were buried in the cemetery in that village this afternoon. Mr. MIRCH died on Tuesday night from paralysis at his home in Holley. He was 68 years of age, a veteran of the Civil War and a member of Cady Post, G.A.R., of Brockport. Mr. MISCH [sic] is survived by his wife; four sons, Freeman MIRCH of Oakfield, George MIRCH of Miller's Corners and Alanson and William MIRCH of Woodmer, Mich., and a daughter, Mrs. Mary WARD of Buffalo. ************************************** November 16, 1906 Death of an Infant Raphael MICHA, the 18-days' old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Pasquale MICHA of No. 137 Liberty street (south), died at 8 o'clock last evening. The funeral will be held tomorrow. ************************************** Submitted by Joan Falcone Arnold - Jma8763@aol.com Copied from Obit books at Genesee County History Department

The Attica News Attica, Wyoming Co. NY Published Thursday, Jan. 2, 1908 "The Past Year's Events on Record. Arranged in Chronological Order for Ready Reference. Summary of the Miscellaneous Affairs, Accidents and Incidents, Births, Deaths, Marriages and Items of Interest for the Year 1907." March 7 - Death of Mrs. E. T. CHAMBERLIN of Buffalo, sister of Marian and Adelbert WATKINS, occurred Sunday of pneumonia. Clara DISTLER, 9-weeks-old of Bennington died last Thursday. Leigh MOORE of North Java and Fanny HATTELL of Orangeville, married Feb. 19. Dr. George T. MONROE of Warsaw and Mrs. Addie P. DUNCAN of Silver Springs will be married this afternoon. August MINGLE buys an 83-acre farm northwest of this village. Contributions to the Chinese famine fund amount to $125. Rev. BASCOM has let the contract for a new house on North St. H. J. PETRIE has sold 25 acres on the Creek Road to S. C. JOY of Java. Gladys DURFEE, is the name of the new girl at Edw. E. DURFEEs born March 3. The stork left a boy Monday at Geo. C. BROADBOOKs. March 14 - Henry B. FLACH has been appointed Post Master. P.C. CROWLEY is now Assistant General Manager of the N. Y. Central with headquarters at New York. Mrs. Myra STONE PARKER who was born in Orangeville 64 years ago died in Buffalo on Tuesday. Ira PALMER and Alice R. SMITH of North Alexander were married March 6. The house on the Joseph BENTZ farm in Orangeville was burned Tuesday. Born, March 10, a son to Mr. and Mrs. C. J. SHEA of Buffalo. Mr. And Mrs. Arthur KELSEY have a girl born March 10. Rev. C. A. LEMON, son Rueben LEMON accepts the pastorate of a church in Medina, O. GLOR Brothers & WILLIS Manufacturing Co. has been incorporated with $10,000 capital. The company will occupy John DORAN's building on N. Washington St. Willis BECKER of New York, son of Mr. And Mrs. John BECKER will be married Saturday to Sadie R. ENSIGN. Born Saturday, February 16, a daughter to Mr. and Mrs. W. F. REEDER of Wellington, O. Geo. H. NESBITT and Albert YUNKERS have bought lots on Elm St. Chas. VICKERY has let the contract for a new house. Geo. JOHNSON is appointed carrier on route No. 1. March 21. - George W. JONES of Varysburg was the victim of a fatal accident Monday on the WHALEY farm. He fell from a hayloft, and died almost instantly. Death claimed Daniel P. STEDMAN, the druggist on Tuesday. He was 61 years old. Mention is also made of the following deaths: Henry FEUST of Bennington at Providence Retreat, Buffalo, Monday Mrs. Thomas ROLLINGS of Darien, Wednesday, from cancer. John C. GARRETSEE, 20 years old of Lancaster, Saturday. Mrs. Frank SCHILLER of Darien Center last Thursday from scarlet fever, aged 17 years. Mrs. Catherine VOLCKENS, mother of the late Edward VOLCKENS, in Bahrenfeldt, Germany. She was 88 years old and was at one time a resident of Attica. Married, Jennie KITTLE and John BECKER, both of South Attica March 14. Tillie CONANT underwent an operation for appendicitis on Tuesday. Mrs. Will WALTON buys a house and lot of Mrs. Emma WILLIAMS on Buffalo Street. Louise FLACH has an operation for appendicitis on Monday in Buffalo. Robins have been reported in town this week. Born, a girl, March 8, to Mr. and Mrs. Harry VICKERY. A boy March 16th born to Mr. and Mrs. Frank BEYER of Lancaster. March 28-Clara B. HOLCOMB and Walter B. PRESCOTT, were married Tuesday. The Tonawanda Valley Co-Operative Savings and Loan Association was incorporated, March 26. Deaths mentioned: Henry SHILLING, well-known railroad engineer, Saturday, aged 68 years. Mrs. Laura BEMAN, Monday of heart disease, aged 71 years. Mrs. Mary S. GREEN of Bennington Saturday, aged 28 years. Adam EMBT, an old time resident of Varysbury, March 20, aged 71 years. Michael RICHERT of South Attica Sunday of consumption. Mrs. W. W. HUMPHREY of Darien Center, Saturday in Batavia, aged 62 years. Mrs. Douglass PHELPS, formerly of Alexander, at her home in Wahoo, Neb., March 20, of consumption. Viola Margaret, 4-months-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Green of Attica Center, died Wednesday. James SMITH's house on Genesee Street was struck by lighting on Wednesday. Born March 21, a girl to Mr. and Mrs. Rudolph KOLLWITZ. Submitted by Kathy Helmer Kathle7297@aol.com

Progressive Batavian Batavia, Genesee County, New York State January 25-1878 part 1 Alabama.--Moses VAIL and wife have returned from their bridal tour to Canada. James CRAFT is home again from Northern Michigan, where he has been for the past three weeks. The meetings of both churches are to be continued during the week. Considerable interest is manifested. Wm. PRICE is very sick with inflammation of the lungs. A donation for the benefit of Rev. E.J. COOK, was held at the Frary's Hall on Tuesday evening, Jan. 22d. Rumors of changes of real estate ownership are prevalent. When something definite occurs you will be informed. The lecture of Bob INGERSOLL at Troy, is being circulated quite extensively and read at the P.O., causing considerable discussion, and some other cussin'. The donation for Rev. L.S. STOWELL was a very enjoyable occasion, resulting in about $80 for his benefit. The concert given by the Akron Musical Association on Wednesday evening, the 13th inst., at the M.E. church, for the benefit of the organ fund, was a very excellent one, but for lack of sufficient notice was not as largely attended as it should have been. It is hoped that it will be repeated soon. Somebody with a full check but empty stomach, stole a crock of oysters from Dr. C.A. YOUNG. Subsequently, the empty crock was found on F.A. PIXLEY's store steps with a note as follows: Dr. YOUNG--Please put in another gallon of oysters and leave them in the same place. You dassent do it, you know you dassent. The doctor says he won't be dared in this way, and will replace the oysters as soon as possible. ++ Alexander.--Not having seen anything in your paper from this quiet little town for some time, I thought perhaps a few words as to matters generally might be appropriate. Our cheese factory closed operations for the season about the last of November, having made about 54,000 pounds more cheese than the previous season. The business has been quite remunerative to both the dairymen and stockholders. The price obtained for cheese was nearly one cent per pound more, on the average, than the previous season. The Secretary of the Factory has promised to send you for publication a detailed statement of the business. Our merchants are all doing a good business, and have sold a larger amount of goods for the past year, than any one year for some time previous. There seems to be considerable activity in the grocery trade just now, and prices are very low for everything in the grocery line. Everybody is therefore taking advantage of the low prices, and laying in a good supply for future use. Your neighbor, Spirit of the Times, seems to have rather a large "sell" from a correspondent from this place, in his last week's issue, all about the discovery of a cave on the farm of one GARDNER. The only discovery that is known to have been made is in the cranium of the correspondent, though on a much smaller scale than the cave mentioned. The shell is there and the skeleton also. We have two deaths to record during the past week--that of Mrs. Sarah WALSH and Mrs. Sarah DAY. The funeral services of each occurred at the same hour last Sabbath afternoon. ++ Batavia prices on Rubber Goods discounted 2 to 10 per cent at Hundredmark's, Elba. ++ West Bethany.--We learn that Clark NEWTON lost $18 worth of silver and other ware in the school-house fire. The school, which was progressing so finely under the care of Miss Kittie BURKE, will now meet for the remainder of the term at the cheese factory. Mr. Daniel BROWN, our energetic blacksmith, is getting out a patent on sleigh-knees. They are made of malleable iron, and said to be a great improvement on wooden knees. That entertainment held at the church on Friday evening last was a grand affair. The acting was well done, the pieces well rendered, the music first-class, and the supper--yum! yum!--was a feast of good things. ++ Elba.--Jonas HALSTED has purchased the house and lot of Andrew CRAFT, and will occupy it in April. Andrew takes the place now occupied by Mr. TIBBETS. Mr. BROWN, our hardware dealer, had the misfortune to burn one of his hands quite severely last week. But it is doing well, and he is pushing business with his accustomed energy. Elijah BUCK, of whose dangerous illness mention was recently made, died on the 17th. He was one of the oldest settlers of the town, and has been intimately identified with the development of the country from its wilderness state. As a citizen, a husband and a father, he bore an excellent character, and leaves an honored name to posterity. ++ East Oakfield.--Some good writing master, with a little effort, could secure a large number of pupils in this place. Our Literary Society held at the school house on Thursday night of each week, is proving to be useful and instructive as well as entertaining. Mr. Geo. W. HAXTON is teaching the Oakfield corners school with good success. Mr. Allen SAFFORD has charge of the North Oakfield school, and has the reputation of a first-class teacher--ditto, George. The sixty minstrels as reported failed to put in an appearance on the 17th inst., but the performance by HUBURT and his band, accompanied by music discoursed by members of the Elba brass band, was one that was highly enjoyed by both old and young, and reflects credit to the getters up of the entertainment. ++ Card.--J.A. BARRINGER, M.D., physician for Catarrh, Scrofula, Lung, Liver and Kidney disease, and all obscure and long-continued diseases. Office over WRIGHT's Drug Store, every Wednesday from 1 to 3 P.M. N.B.--New and sure Catarrh cure. ++ Darien City.--The M.E. church society commenced holding their course of revivals last week, and will continue them as long as there is a good attendance. The donation for the benefit of Rev. W.B. CLIFF was held at Riddle Hall and M.E. church last Thursday evening. The roads being good there was a large turnout. The proceeds amounted to $174. Mr. J. GOULD and family were coming to the City one day recently, and in turning a corner the wheels of their carriage began to slide, which resulted in two smashed wheels, and a promiscuous piling up of the family in the road. No one was seriously injured. ++ North Byron.--There will be a Sunday-School concert at the Free Will Baptist church here, Sunday evening, Feb. 3d. All are invited. Rev. Chas. PUTNAM, our pastor, has been obliged to discontinue labor, because of ill health. He has a severe cough, is weak and emaciated. That he may speedily recover is the earnest wish of all. ++ East Bethany.--Dan. WORTHINGTON is slowly recovering from a protracted illness. Mr. Wm. WRIGHT recently returned from the West in feeble health. Mrs. B.F. PECK is still in the West visiting numerous friends. Rev. Mr. MARCELLUS, of Le Roy, occupied the pulpit in the Brick church last Sabbath very acceptably. Our winter school with Mr. Ezra RUMSEY at its head, is progressing finely. Mr. Charles HOSMER has been laboring here in the cause of temperance the past week successfully. About 200 names have been added to the MURPHY pledge. The re-organization of the Ladies' Mite Society took place last Thursday evening at the house of G.M. PECK. About 40 members were present. B.F. PECK is selling and shipping to various points in the West from his prize herd of Devons. Success to is efforts in improving that class of stock. Mr. PECK takes the front seat with his imported Devons. Mr. John WOODRUFF, of Le Roy, addressed a full house on the subject of temperance last Saturday evening. He will speak here again next Saturday evening. He will speak here again next Saturday evening. He is an able and enthusiastic worker in the cause. The Le Roy Glee Club are engaged to furnish music on the occasion. ++ The Rochester Opera House Company will bring all scenery to set the plays off to their best advantage. This with the full orchestra ought to ensure a full house both nights for the Firemen's benefit, the 29th and 30th . ++ Bergen.--The Rev. D.K. MILLARD, of Tecumseh, Mich., preached in the Congregational church last Sunday. He will preach again next Sunday. The cold snap of Wednesday came very opportunely for SOUTHWORTH & TONE, for they have probably $3,000 worth of dressed hogs which were in danger of being spoiled by the mild weather. S.K. GREEN is to be congratulated on the advent of eleven pounds of son and heir on Sunday afternoon last. Ship. WHITE is tired of paying rent, and proposes to build a house for himself in the spring on his lot north of the village. Work has begun on the cellar. The meetings in the school-house north came to a close last week. A few profess conversion. The Rev. H.C. WOODS preached at the meetings three times last week. Last Monday evening seven of the young married couples in the village treated James M. GOODWIN and wife to a surprise. The company brought their own refreshments, and very soon a bountiful table was spread. Those surrounding the table showed their faith in the viands by their works; the good things were tucked away with neatness and dispatch, and the board was truly a festive one. After supper it was decided to organize a club, to be known as the "Monday Night Collar Club," of which more next week. Edgar D. CAMPBELL, eldest son of Alexander CAMPBELL, died on Monday last, aged 31 years. In 1864 the deceased went to Missouri, where by overwork and exposure various diseases were contracted, consumption among them. About three years since he returned to Bergen. ++ Le Roy.--A new walk is greatly needed on the west side of Church street. Mr. Walter SMITH and bride arrived home Tuesday noon. Le Roy claims the best billiard player of the county. M. ROSS is manufacturing some of the finest harnesses ever seen in town. Rev. Mr. McKINLEY, of Warsaw, occupied the Presbyterian pulpit last Sabbath morning and evening. The frequent visitant at the "cooler" prove that the Le Roy Democracy is not dead yet. A movement is in progress to alter the road leading from Church street to North street. Should this be done, it would be a valuable improvement. The "Musicale" at Mr. MODISETTE's passed off as usual, very pleasantly. The amount realized goes to Reading Parlors. Col. L. CALDWELL, of Elmira, spoke on Wednesday evening in Moloney Hall, for the benefit of the Reform Club. His address was stirring and eloquent. One of the most enjoyable skating parties of the winter occurred on Saturday night. The moon was very bright, the evening warm and the ice smooth. M. WILCOX, the genial proprietor of the "Eagle," is manufacturing his own cigars. He employs about five men and makes nothing cheaper than $65 a thousand. Rev. Mr. WILKINSON again preached in the Baptist church. We greatly admire his style, his manner of treatment, his deep research and strong reasoning. The second social of the fifth annual series will be held at the LAMPSON House on Friday evening. WAHLE, of course, furnishes the music. The success which has attended these during the past five years is ample proof of their merit. The "beginning" of our brass band made its first appearance on the streets on Thursday night. Only five players came out, but they did exceedingly well, and we have great hopes of a first-class organizations. Dr. EATON has invented what he calls his "Coal Economizer." A substance is dissolved in water and sprinkled on the coal. From a fair trial we candidly pronounce it a decided success. More heat from less coal because the clinkers are consumed. No gas and a brighter fire. One of the most disgraceful things which has happened in Le Roy for some time was the cock-fight which took place in the old saloon owned by CHAMBERLAIN. We were told that the performance lasted till five o'clock in the morning. That such things should happen under the very eyes of public officials, without notice, is a disgrace to them and to the town. ++ South Batavia.--Chicken lifters and corn-thieves abound in these parts, so look well to your surroundings. Our school, under the instruction of Miss Jennie KUHN, is progressing finely. She is well adapted to the calling. Mr. Higby FOSTER started on Tuesday morning to seek a home in the far southwest. Arkansas is his destination. We are sorry to have him leave us. MYERS and RHINEHOLTZ are the boss woodcutters of this section. They cut and cord up from the standing trees from 7 to 8 cords of 18-inch wood in 10 hours every day. What say your Bethany choppers to that? Returning home from a neighbor's about 10 o'clock the other evening we discovered a man leaving our house in a good deal of a hurry. A loaded revolver occupied a prominent position at the head of our bed that night, but we were not molested. W.W. PLATO's house was made joyous on Friday evening last, by a large social gathering of the elite of this vicinity. HUN's full orchestra was in attendance, and furnished their stirring music to the tripping of the light fantastic, till the small hours. It was a gay time and highly enjoyed. ++ ~ this issue to be cont'd. ~ submitted by Linda C. Schmidt

Hi all, The following are clippings from the Genesee County History Department's Obit books. Most of the articles are dated, but some only contain the year, and I assume that they were all from one of the Batavia newspapers, although they don't state WHICH paper. All can be found at the Genesee County History Department, and probably on microfilm at the Richmond Memorial Library in Batavia as well. Some of the subjects are my family, while others are just articles that I inadvertently copied while getting the clippings on my family. I will label my family clippings accordingly, and if anyone finds a connection, PLEASE contact me, as I would LOVE to share info!!! If an article is NOT labeled as my family, however, I would ask that you PLEASE NOT contact me in hopes of obtaining further info, as I will have none!! These articles can all be found in the archives of the NY-OLD-NEWS-L@rootsweb.com list as well. ENJOY!!!! ************************************** October 29, 1906 ANDREW M'FALL His Death Occurred at the Home of His Stepson, Daniel MacNEIL Andrew McFALL, a native of Scotland, died at the home of his stepson, Daniel MacNEIL of No. 238 State street, at 10:45 o'clock on Saturday night at the advanced age of 87 years. Mr. McFALL had been ill only a short time. His death is attributed to a general breaking down. Mr. McFall emigrated to this country when a boy and settled in Geneseo, where he attended school. Then he moved to York and bought a farm on which he spent most of his life, coming to Batavia only two months ago. Mr. McFALL married Mrs. Mary MacNEIL, who died about ten years ago. He was a member of the United Presbyterian church of York and was a highly esteemed citizen of that community. Mr. McFALL is survived by two stepsons, the one with whom he lived, and James MacNEIL of Nunda, and one stepdaughter, Miss Margaret MacNEIL of Batavia. The remains will be taken to York, where the funeral will be held from the church of which Mr. McFALL was a member at 1:30 o'clock tomorrow afternoon. ***************************************************** July 28th or 29th, 1906 MRS. JOHN M'CONNAN Her Death Occurred in Le Roy - Burial of M.H. DAVY of Rochester Le Roy, July 28 - Yesterday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the home of her brother, Patrick WALLACE of North street, occurred the death of Mrs. John McCONNAN, a well known resident of Le Roy for many years. Mrs. McCONNAN was born in Ireland 62 years ago, but came to this country when a young woman. For the past 14 years she had been an invalid. She is survived by one son, William McCONNAN of Le Roy, and two brothers, Patrick WALLACE of Le Roy and William WALLACE of Rochester. The remains of Michael H. DAVY, brother of Charles H. DAVY of this village, who was killed while operating an elevator in the store of Burke, FitzSimons, Hone & Co. in Rochester on Thursday, were brought here over the Erie railroad at 10:49 o'clock this morning and were at once interred in St. Francis cemetery. (The above was all one article, but I have NO IDEA why!) *********************************** November 20th or 21st, 1906 JOSEPH M'ELROY Death of Native of Ireland, Who Had Lived in Covington 40 Years Pavilion, Nov. 20 - Joseph McELROY, who for 40 years had been a resident of Covington, died yesterday at his home on the State road, aged 64 years. Mr. McELROY came from Ireland 42 years ago. His wife's death occurred several years ago. His immediate survivors are three sons, Samuel, William and James, all of Covington; two daughters, Mrs. Anna BARNARD of Pavilion and Miss Mary McELROY of Covington; a brother, James of Geneseo, and a sister, Mrs. CLAPP of Leicester. The funeral will be conducted by the Rev. A.B. GILFILIN of the U.P. church of Peoria, at the family residence tomorrow at 1 p.m. The interment will be in the Mountain Ash cemetery. ************************************** July 5, 1906 MRS. ROBERT M'CRORY Death of Resident of Batavia After an Illness of Two Weeks Mrs. Isabel McCRORY, wife of Robert McCRORY, died at her home, No. 5 Otis street at 9 o'clock last evening. She had been ill two weeks with a malarial fever, from which complications developed. Mrs. McCRORY was born in Ireland and was 43 years old. She came to this country when a small child and lived in New York until her marriage in 1863. Mr. and Mrs. McCRORY came to Batavia from Brockport with the harvester works over 20 years ago. Mrs. McCRORY was a member of the Methodist Episcopal church. Besides her husband Mrs. McCRORY is survived by two sons, Thomas J. and Robert D. McCRORY of Rochester; two daughters, Mrs. William D. FLYNN of Beamsville, Ont., and Miss Maud McCRORY of Batavia; a brother, John WIER of Toronto, Ont., and a sister, Miss Sarah WIER of Belfast, Ireland. ************************************* December 8th or 9th, 1906 DEATH OF ALBERT MEYERS West Shore Brakeman, Injured at Oakfield, Died in Buffalo Oakfield, Dec. 8 - Albert MEYERS, the West Shore brakeman who was terribly injured at this station on Thursday afternoon, died yesterday afternoon at Sisters' hospital in Buffalo, where he was taken immediately after the accident. Mr. MEYERS was born in this town on March 11, 1875, and lived here until ten years ago, when he secured employment on the railroad and went to Buffalo. Three years ago he was married to Miss Catherine AUBY of Buffalo, who survives him, with a seven-months-old child. He also leaves his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Louis MYERS [sic]; a twin brother, Frank, and a sister, Mabel, all of Oakfield; two brothers, Charles and William MEYERS of Eagle Harbor, and a sister, Mrs. William BURR of Batavia. The funeral will be at Mr. MEYER'S [sic] late home, No. 103 Sumner street, Buffalo at 1 p.m. on Monday. Mr. MEYERS was a member of the brotherhood of railway trainmen and the K.O.T.M. ************************************** September 4, 1906 Father of a Le Royan Dead John C. McVEAN, one of the oldest residents of Caledonia, and father of William J. McVEAN of Le Roy, died on Friday night, after an illness of three years from paralysis. If he had lived until October he would have been 88 years old. Besides William J. McVEAN and his wife he is survived by three sons, George and Donald of Caledonia and John of Chicago. He was the last surviving member of his family. ************************************** October 9, 1906 Supervisor McVEAN'S Son Dead Hugh McVEAN, son of Supervisor Arch McVEAN of Le Roy, while picking apples yesterday fell twenty feet from a tree, a limb breaking, and struck on his head and shoulders. He could not use his legs at first and it was feared his spine was injured. He became more worse today and his death occurred about 3 o'clock this afternoon. ************************************** Submitted by Joan Falcone Arnold - Jma8763@aol.com Copied from Obit books at Genesee County History Department