****************** The Daily News Batavia, Genesee County, New York State February 9-1898 Mother and Daughter. Deaths of Mrs. Delila Grinnell and Mrs. Ann Easton in Lockport. East Shelby.-Mrs. Delila GRINNELL and her daughter, Mrs. Ann EASTON, both formerly of this place, have died within a week at Mrs. EASTON's home in Lockport. Mrs. GRINNELL died on Thursday and the funeral was held from the Methodist church here at noon on Saturday. Mrs. EASTON died from typhoid fever on Monday. Two of Mrs. EASTON's sons are now ill with typhoid fever. Mrs. GRINNELL was born in Onondaga county on April 16, 1812 but nearly all her life was spent in this town. She was one of the first members of the East Shelby M.E. church. She is survived by three sons, A.D. and Clason GRINNELL of this place, M.J. GRINNELL of Barre Center and Mrs. Emeline TABER of Lockport. * Hustling Icemen. Unwelcomed Thaw Made Busy Times on the Creek-Operations Suspended The creek presented a lively aspect at many points all day yesterday. People were trying to house all the ice possible before the thaw got in its work. Operations were resumed at an early hour this morning, but they had to be suspended in most places before noon, owing to the continued warm weather. It is the prevailing opinion that no more very good ice can be obtained this season, but there isn't likely to be any great shortage, as almost everyone has secured a fair supply. All told there were nearly 75 men at work on the ice yesterday, and over twenty teams were engaged in hauling the coldness to its destination. Ice housed yesterday was from seven to nine inches thick and free from snow. Benjamin SUTTELL, the ice dealer, had 35 men at work. Other people who were cutting, with from five to ten men each, were Joseph A. BALLE, Campbell & Walbridge, C.G. MORSE, O.E. GOLD, Richard SHADDOCK, William STEVENS, George SMITH and George REDSHAW. * Death of Fred Swartz. Fred SWARTZ, a German, aged about 53 years, who had been a well-known character in this vicinity for a number of years, died on Monday at the County House, where he had been an inmate at intervals for upwards of a year. * For Lehigh Valley coal and all grades of lumber, go to Wade Brothers. * Death of Mrs. Catherine Dickey. Mrs. Catherine DICKEY, widow of Gilman DICKEY, died last week at her home in Yantic, Conn. She was born in 1811 and for a number of years was a resident of this county. She is survived by seven sons and one daughter. * Death of Mrs. Charles Schafer. Mrs. Charles SCHAFER died about 3 o'clock this afternoon at her home on Center street, after a painful illness of several weeks' duration. * A Present Of a box of Huyler's candy makes a good valentine at Patterson's. * Don't neglect a cough, it may lead to something more serious. Hamilton's Cough Balsam gives instant relief. Large bottles 25c and 50c. Sold and guaranteed by dealers and druggists. * submitted by Linda Schmidt *********************************************

****************** The Daily News Batavia, Genesee County, New York State October 19-1888 Weather Indications. Indications for Western New York for thirty-six hours from 10 a.m. to-day. Rain Friday, fair Saturday; warmer Friday, colder Saturday; southerly shifting to westerly winds with a cold wave in the western portions. * Mere Mention. The Bethany and Middlebury Musical Association meets at East Bethany to-morrow afternoon and evening. The Wyoming 'Reporter' announces that two deaths occurred at the County House at Bethany last week. The Free Baptist social held at the residence of Daniel SHEPARD last evening was well attended and a very enjoyable affair. James KNICKERBOCKER of Oakfield, arrested on a peace warrant on complaint of his wife, is to be examined in that village to-day before Justice HAWES. A.W. PRESTON, Manager, has leased for a term the rooms over his former store, No. 55 Main street, where he will continue his art and picture frame business. George W. FISHER, formerly of Pembroke, was yesterday in Buffalo arraigned on four indictments charging him with forgery in the second degree, after a felony. He pleaded not guilty. The rains of the past month have so thoroughly soaked the ground it is no wonder that potatoes are rotting. In some localities, it is said, the depreciation in the crop will be more than 50 per cent. * I have removed my office to Main street over Town & Son's store. -Dr. PATTEN. * You will miss a rare treat if you fail to hear Hon. Frank BRUNDAGE at the State Street Rink to-night. * Personal. The Rochester 'Democrat' says that the Rochester base ball association lost $5,000 this year. Senator HISCOCK is advertised to speak at a Republican meeting in Brockport next Wednesday. There were two deaths from small-pox in Buffalo yesterday. The victims were Polish children. Stephen SHEPHERD's residence on Kenyon street, Brockport, was discovered on fire early yesterday morning, but was extinguished before any damage was done. The lady who married Nat GOODWIN, the comedian, in Chicago, was Miss Nellie BAKER of Delaware avenue, Buffalo. Mrs. GOODWIN was formerly Mrs. Ed. PEASE, but sometime since she secured an absolute divorce from him. * Republican Business Men's Marching Club-All those members of the Batavia Business Men's Marching Club having torch-umbrellas are requested to return them to the Rink to-day. Ward B. WHITCOMB, Pres. * Stenography, type writing and correspondence thoroughly taught at No. 2, Dellinger Block, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday evenings. Charges moderate. Sarah M. BLOUNT, Batavia. * For sale-Ten dollars will buy a good Newfoundland dog about four years old. Perfectly harmless. Inquire of Mrs. H.L. FERREN. * Wanted. - A competent girl to do general housework. Apply at No. 5 Bank street. Mrs. J.F. BAKER. - A girl to do general housework. Must be a good cook. Steady employment at three dollars per week. Mrs. S.N. ROYCE, Ellicott street. - A competent girl to do general housework. Apply at once to Mrs. C.W. VanVALKENBURGH, No. 132 West Main street. * submitted by Linda Schmidt *********************************************

Hi rooters. I am trying to find marriage records for ancestors in the 19th century. This is a farmer named Gustavus Baker who had two wives. His first wife was Sylvia Andrews and they married about 1844. They lived in Pavilion. Gustavus took a second wife named Mary after 1860 and before 1870. Where do I go for his marriage records? Sincerely, Bertrand Macpherson

****************** The Daily News Batavia, Genesee County, New York State February 12-1895 Fire in Pembroke. Edward Diver's House Destroyed-Overheated Stovepipe the Cause. East Pembroke.-The farmhouse belonging to Edward DIVER of this place located just northwest of North Pembroke, on what is known as the Fishell farm and occupied by his grandson, e.B. DIVER, was burned to the ground Monday forenoon. Most all of the household stuff that was below was saved. The house and contents were insured. The fire originated upstairs from an overheated pipe from a chunk stove in the parlor in which a fire had been started to keep the cellar from freezing. ** Snowbound Passengers Well Cared For. West Bergen.-Good luck favored the passengers on the westbound Southwestern limited which was snowbound here Sunday as the grocery and residence of F.H. SIZER were within a few yards of the disabled train and were well stocked with provisions. Meals were served at all hours during the day and all seemed well pleased with the accommodations. Considerable dissatisfaction existed among those on board against the management of the railroad company in allowing the train to leave Rochester when trains were stalled at Byron and other points ahead of them. ** Valentines at Smith's news and book store, 67 Main street. ** To the Republican Electors. Having had the misfortune to lose my eyesight and being unable to work, I hereby announce myself as a candidate for the office of Corporation collector. Robert BENNATE. ** An ad in THE NEWS--1,200,000 copies yearly--gets an enormous circulation. ** Don't fail to hear Prof. BRIGGS on Friday evening. Admission 15 cents. Good music will also be furnished. Doubtless many of Prof. BRIGG's old pupils residing near Batavia will be glad of this opportunity to meet him again. ** Did you ever visit a volcano? If not, hear Professor BRIGGS' lecture on Friday evening at the Presbyterian church. ** submitted by Linda Schmidt *********************************************

Please note that the incorrect date was given when I transcribed and sent this recent article. I deeply apologize for any inconvenience to readers, and most of all to List-Administrators, and to Glenda, who posts these newsies in the archives. Linda ****************** The Daily News Batavia, Genesee County, New York State Saturday Evening, August 7-1897 Killed by an Erie Train. Abel Wales of Attica, Aged 80, Met Death While Walking on the Track. Attica, Aug. 7.-Abel WALES, an octogenarian, was run down by an Erie express and instantly killed yesterday. The old man was walking on the track and was opposite the Brainard gravel pit when the accident occurred. No one can explain how it happened, but it is thought that Mr. WALES did not hear the approaching train, although the engine crew say they pulled the whistle as soon as they saw the old man on the track. Mr. WALES had partially lost his hearing from his advanced age. The remains were brought to the station on the express, and taken in charge by friends. Mr. WALES leaves one sister, Mrs. Nelson REYNOLDS, of this town. ** submitted by Linda Schmidt *********************************************

****************** The Daily News Batavia, Genesee County, New York State Tuesday Evening, April 18-1899 Killed by an Erie Train. Abel Wales of Attica, Aged 80, Met Death While Walking on the Track. Attica, Aug. 7.-Abel WALES, an octogenarian, was run down by an Erie express and instantly killed yesterday. The old man was walking on the track and was opposite the Brainard gravel pit when the accident occurred. No one can explain how it happened, but it is thought that Mr. WALES did not hear the approaching train, although the engine crew say they pulled the whistle as soon as they saw the old man on the track. Mr. WALES had partially lost his hearing from his advanced age. The remains were brought to the station on the express, and taken in charge by friends. Mr. WALES leaves one sister, Mrs. Nelson REYNOLDS, of this town. ** submitted by Linda Schmidt *********************************************

Hello, would anyone have this gentleman on their family tree? I am looking for his parents names and siblings. His name is Joseph Wilson, born between 1796-99 somewhere in NY State. He married Sally Kohler or Collar around 1819 and was living in Cayuga Co. NY by 1820. I am also looking for four of their children who I cannot locate, also all born in NY state. John born Feb.26,1825, David or Daniel born Jan.22,1826, Sally born Aug.15,1822 and Alzina born Oct.02,1838. If anyone has any info plz contact me at this email address, tx. stephany@mts.net Stephanie

****************** The Progressive Batavian Batavia, Genesee County, New York State June 4-1875 # 4 Local Record, cont'd. Burglary.-The "Mansion," or "Law House," was burglared on Saturday last. Entrance was obtained by breaking open the cellar door. Finding little else of value to them the villains carried off the keys to the various rooms of the house. New York State Institution for the Blind.-The annual examination of classes occurs on Thursday and Friday, the 10th and 11th insts. The closing exercises on Wednesday, the 16th, commencing at 2 P.M. The public are cordially invited to attend. Generous Loyalty.-A few days since, while some of our citizens were talking of making a move to get some new clothing for one of their unfortunate friends, Mr. Lawrence TIMMONS stepped forward and ordered a full suit for the man, and paid the entire bill himself. Incendiary Fires.-Two barns, belonging respectively to Mr. Miles COOLEY and Mr. David RANGER, situated some two miles northwest from the village of Alexander, were totally destroyed, with their contents, by fire on Tuesday night last. The barns stood near together, and the fire is believed to have been the work of an incendiary. Old Batavians.-Riding in the same carriage, in the Decoration Day procession of Monday last, were Joseph CLARK, nearly 86 years old, and Phinehas FORD, nearly 85 years old. They are both pretty smart old men, retaining both physical and mental vigor remarkably. These are not, however, the "oldest inhabitants" Hon. P.L. TRACY, who is seen almost daily upon our streets, is now 88 years old--Heman J. REDFIELD, who frequently rides into town on horseback, and is still a vigorous thinker and writer, is 87 years old--Mrs. WILSON, mother of Joseph WILSON, is 95 years old, and is yet in very good health, and Mrs. MAIN, mother of S.U. MAIN, is in her 87th year. Her health is good also. Mr. David DOW, another vigorous old citizen of our village, is 88 years old. There may be a dozen others, but these are all we remember now. submitted by Linda Schmidt *********************************************

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****************** The Progressive Batavian Batavia, Genesee County, New York State June 4-1875 # 3 Local Record. Vacation at the Institute for the Blind commences on Thursday, June 17th. Anzel DEMING, of Bethany, near the "Checkered Tavern," died on Saturday last, aged 75 years. May, of this year, gave us five Sundays, five Mondays, and five Saturdays--a thing which will not occur again in five years, or more. First Treatment Free.-Dr. VESCELIUS, the Magnetic Physician, at the Washburn House, will give each patient one treatment free of charge. Not 'Patent', but "patched" outside is what's the matter with the Le Roy 'Gazette.' Now for cards of admiring approval from the "Mutuals." Corporation Taxes.-We understand the percentage of our corporation taxes is greatly reduced this year, being nearly 50 per cent less than last. A Growl.-The Le Roy 'Gazette' calls us the "cub editor." 'Cub editor' indeed!-we won't bear it! Take that back, C.B., else you'll find it bruin mischief! - Ex Ed. A Young Pauper.-A child only about a year old was handed over to our town poor authorities by its mother a day or since. Of course they had to send it to the County House. County Council.-There will be a meeting of the County Council at the Genesee Grange Room on Saturday, June 5th, at 1 o'clock, P.M., sharp. A general attendance requested. Mr. Wm. GORTON, of Polk City, Iowa, is visiting his old friends and home in this county. He has two brothers in Alabama, his native town. He reports crop prospects in Iowa to be first-rate. James BAKER, of Bethany, was a loser by the high wind of last week. Half the roof of his large barn was taken off, and about eighty feet of sheds laid level with the ground. - Le Roy 'Courier' "Mr. James B. GILLETT," says the Le Roy 'Courier' has accepted a position in one of the leading hardware stores of Batavia. Jim's Le Roy friends wish him abundant success in his future career." Sudden death .-Hon. Ira WAIT, of Bethany, was stricken with apoplexy and died suddenly in this village on Saturday last, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. W.W. LORD. Obituary notice will be found in another column. ** to be cont'd. submitted by Linda Schmidt *********************************************

****************** The Progressive Batavian Batavia, Genesee County, New York State June 4-1875 # 2 Bergen.-David HOOPER has re-opened his hotel which has been closed for more than a year. We presume that it will be run on the temperance plan, for the excise commissioners refused to grant him a license to sell liquor. Geo. GREEN and wife, from Syracuse, were in town last week on their wedding tour. Mr. GREEN first made the acquaintance of his wife in this village. They were both visiting here, and met by chance. She changed her name from BREWSTER to GREEN in consequence. Philo BASSETT and wife returned home last Friday from a protracted visit in Michigan. We notice that E. SHEPARD, dealer in furnishing goods, is selling at cost in order to close out of business. Chas. F. GOSS, who supplies the pulpit of the Hudson Street Chapel, Rochester, preached in the Congregational Church last Sabbath, in exchange with M.W. STRYKER. Mr. GOSS was warmly greeted by his many friends. E.P. WILCOX in getting out of his buggy last Saturday, caught his foot in the lines and was thrown violently to the horse-block, spraining his left wrist, and cutting his left hand in a painful manner. The Congregational parsonage has been thoroughly cleaned, painted, papered, and prepared for the reception of C.S. STOWITZ and wife, who are to take possession next month. Mrs. Geo. HUME, of Medina, Mich., formerly Alice McPHERSON, was in town visiting her friends the first of this week. She is soon to join her husband in Colorado, where he now is for his health. A promising youth of this village stole his mother's pocketbook last Saturday evening, another urchin putting him up to it. The loss was soon discovered and a part of the money recovered. Various improvements are being made in our cemetery, the laying out of town new roads and the grading of the front being the principal one. ** Corfu.-How are your potato bugs? Mr. Ed PECK has, I understand, accepted a situation in Buffalo. Edward, we shall miss you. The genial face of Jas. FARNHAM once more illuminates the classic shades of Corfu. He will make it his home here for the present. On Thursday a horse belonging to Chas. TOWNSEND, and which was hitched in front of Union Hotel, took fright and in swinging around the circle, ran into the hay-scales completely demolishing them, together with the carriage. The horse was not materially injured. Geo. H. CHEDEAYNE, formerly of this place, now of Buffalo, committed matrimony in the first degree, with Miss Clara COE of Le Roy, on Tuesday, May 25th. ** submitted by Linda Schmidt *********************************************

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****************** Progressive Batavian Batavia, Genesee County, New York State June 4-1875 South Byron-Planting all, or nearly all finished, and the farmers are generally employed in minding their own business. In spite of the late spring, garden "sass" is looking very well. There is considerable building going on in the village and vicinity. Mr. D.A. RUTTY is putting up an addition to his house. Martin BENHAM has just put up a fine large horse barn. Erve SOUTHWORTH "bossed" the job. ** Elba.-The residence of Gilbert SHELLEY has just received a coat of paint, thereby much improving the appearance of the same. E.J. PETTIBONE is having a barn built to take the place of the one destroyed by the fire last fall. Messrs. BULLOCK & LADD are doing the work. The general topic of conversation at present is the potato bug, which is found in immense numbers in both garden and field. Unless remedy is found soon the crop will be small. Robert BLOOD is improving his house with a coat of paint. Rev. L. ATWATER and wife are now in the west visiting friends. They intend to return in about two weeks. Caleb WELLS is having a large barn erected on his place. The work is done by E. WOOD. ** Alexander.-The people of Alexander held decoration services on Monday last, according to appointment. The day was one of the most beautiful of the season, and everything passed off very pleasantly. It was said that the attendance was not as large as last year, but quite a goodly number were out. Captain ERWIN and his gallant band performed their part nobly and well. The exercises at the cemetery were unusually fine. They were opened by a choir of some 8 or 10 voices singing a piece entitled "The Soldier's Grave." Following this was a prayer by Rev. Mr. KNAPP of Attica. The prayer was very appropriately worded and was delivered with a good deal of feeling and earnestness. Next came music, entitled "Missing." Warren S. BROWN, of Attica, then delivered the address, which was conceded by all to be a masterly effort. I think that it was the best decoration address that I ever listened to. Following the address came another piece of of music, entitled "Lay him low," after which the audience joined in singing one verse of "America." The benediction was by the Rev. Mr. CHANDLER, after which the graves were decorated. Quite large and nice collections of flowers were gathered and formed in bouquets, wreaths, &c. After the decoration came the march back to the village, and thus ended the beautiful and solemn service of decoration. Especial thanks are due those few members of the floral committee who performed so faithfully their parts. I would take this opportunity of thanking the singers who assisted the committee on music to carryout so successfully their part. ** submitted by Linda Schmidt *********************************************

****************** The Daily News Batavia, Genesee County, New York State September 2-1914 # 2 East Bethany Crops Harmed by the Rain Oats Drawn in While Damp and Water Standing on Muck Land Crops Miss Joslyn[sic] will Sail Tomorrow East Bethany.-On account of the continued rains some farmers have been obliged to draw in their oats damp. Some oats have been threshed and spread out to dry. Since muck land has been cultivated at East Bethany there never has been so much water standing on it at this time of year as now. Onions are not doing well and celery is turning yellow. Some pieces of beans that promised well are standing in water. Mrs. Frank SQUIRES has received four letters from her niece, Miss Grace JOSLIN[sic], who is in England. Miss JOSLIN wrote that she has seen very exciting times and will be glad to get back to New York state. She will sail for home on the Celtic tomorrow. Herbert LARKIN and Miss Marion LARKIN of Marilla and Miss Nettie RANCE of Alden have been guests of Mr. and Mrs. Frank PECK. Stanley WILKES of Buffalo is visiting his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. John CLAPSADDLE. ** Bethany Center Road Reopening of Jay Gallup's School in District Number 5. Bethany Center Road.-School in district No. 5, taught by Jay GALLUP, was resumed yesterday. Mrs. GRIFFIN's class of Baptist young people had a cornroast at Ralph and Charles McCUMBER's on Monday evening, about twenty being present. Miss Corabelle GILLARD of Stafford is spending a week with her aunt, Mrs. Thomas MAYNE. Mr. and Mrs. Austin McCUMBER have returned from Niagara Falls. Mr. and Mrs. William McCUMBER and family of Darien are guests at Austin McCUMBER's. Mr. and Mrs. Clayton BESWICK and family of Syracuse have been guests of Mr. and Mrs. Ezra VOTRY. Mr. and Mrs. RACE of Wiscoy have commenced to make their home with their daughter, Mrs. William CLARK. ** submitted by Linda Schmidt *********************************************

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My uncle, William Francis Miller, Jr., always claimed that he was born in West Bethany (12 Sep 1902). He said that the family moved from Batavia to West Bethany, then back to Batavia (153 Ross St.). The only information I have in my records is that he was born in Batavia. Is there some way to find out for sure whether it was Batavia or West Bethany? Bob M.

****************** The Daily News Batavia, Genesee County, New York State April 28-1881 # 3 Stockley's Terrible Crime, And the Excitement It Has Caused In and About Batavia. Stockley, the Assassin, Interviewed this Morning What He Says About the Murder. The terrible murder which occurred on the farm of John WELKER yesterday has created intense excitement in this quiet community and is said to be one of the most atrocious crimes ever committed within the borders of Genesee county. After the crime was committed, and the prisoner lodged in jail, little knots of people congregated on the streets and conversed about the horrible affair. Statement of the Murderer. This morning a few members of the press called upon STOCKLEY at the jail for the purpose of having an interview. The statement which he made does not deviate much from the sworn statement made before Justice JOHNSON yesterday. Upon being questioned as to whether he committed the rash act because WELKER would not consent to his marriage with the daughter Libbie, he answered in the negative. The prisoner further stated to the reporters that he did not love the girl, and only treated her as a friend. "When I came back from the village WELKER was in the lot plowing, and as he passed the bars against which I was leaning he came to a stand still, and at the same time ordered me to leave his premises, saying if I did not he would knock my brains out. WELKER picked up a stone, and thinking he intended to carry out his threat I PULLED OUT MY REVOLVER AND FIRED." "He has threatened violence to me dozens of times and that is the reason I purchased the revolver with which to defend myself." The murderer further stated that the girl, Libbie, had shown him considerable favor, and that Mrs. WELKER had also talked favorably of the daughter's marriage with him, but that had nothing to do with the affair. "My father is a farmer, he is 73 years old and my mother is 51. I have worked about home nearly all my life; was born in Darien, this last winter I have been employed in the lumber districts of Michigan, but before I left WELKER's employ last summer it was understood that I was to come back this spring and go to work for him. He always treated me well when I was with him before and I had no cause to complain. I have been in trouble before but never was confined to jail." STOCKLEY was offered a cigar, but declined to smoke, saying that he had no bad habits with the exception OF A VERY BAD TEMPER, over which he had no control. He did not converse much about the murder, but when the questions were put to him, he answered them intelligently and seems to fully realize the great crime which he has committed. He still conducts himself in an exceedingly cool manner, but informed one of the reporters that he did not sleep much of any last night on account of his constant worrying. Libbie WELKER, the innocent CAUSE OF THE MURDER, is about 17 years of age, she is a comely girl, and altogether too young to marry. Coroner TOZIER has empanneled a jury, and as we go to press with the first edition is holding a post mortem examination. The murder will create a great deal of talk for some time among our citizens. The sentiment against STOCKLEY is very strong. ** Father Carrahar's Libel Suit. It will be remembered that some time ago the wife of Owen CARRAHAR, of Rochester, made statements at the office of the Overseer of the Poor which were published in the city press and reflected severally on Rev. Thomas J. CARRAHAR of Cuba, Allegany county. The Elmira 'Telegram' copied one of the articles in question and, in spite of the fact that it published an explanation, Rev. Mr. CARRAHAR instituted a suit for libel. The suit has just been discontinued and the 'Telegram' comments on it as follows: It is fair to say that since the discontinuance of the action we have been informed that Father CARRAHAR instructed his lawyers not to serve the complaint or press the matter any farther, but that the complaint was served through misapprehension or misunderstanding. We are glad Father CARRAHAR has cleared his skirts of the imputation of duplicity and that he carried out the word he personally gave us that the action should be discontinued. In thus legally closing up this suit we desire to offer a few remarks to Mr. CARRAHAR in particular and the public in general. Toward this gentleman personally we have no unkindly feeling, although he has subjected us to useless expense and continued annoyance. The motive which actuated the institution of this suit must forever remain a secret in his breast. But one thing has been demonstrated beyond the least shadow of a doubt that the 'Telegram' is ever ready to render justice to any man, but is very backward in pleading the baby act or paying tribute to any body, high or low rich or poor. We have no desire to reproach Mr. CARRAHAR for the course which he has pursued, he claims to have acted in good faith and we regard him as a gentleman who would do nothing beyond that . But for his benefit, as well as the benefit of other misguided men who may unfortunately be induced to follow in his footsteps, we unequivocally announce that no person or persons can scare us into a settlement when we are conscious that we are in the right. - Rochester 'Express' ** submitted by Linda Schmidt *********************************************

Any way I can email some memories of my grandparents farm and send some pictures of my grandparents farm? My grandfather delivered eggs thru the late 1960's and had a vegetable stand--the Will & Fan Cavanaugh farm just out of East Bethany toward Batavia. You went down a hill, the Genesee beer billboard on the left (my grandfathers field) and the farm on the right, before the road started up another hill. The house I remember as mostly painted yellow. The farm building way behind the house--one of the farm buildings was the original house on the property. They moved there from Akron Ohio in the mid-1940's. Grandma played organ at the Catholic church from for over 20 years. Grandpa was an usher at the Presbyterian Church (where I was baptized). -----Original Message----- From: Linda/Don [mailto:donlinda@mybizz.net] Sent: Saturday, March 08, 2003 8:30 AM To: NYGENESE-L@rootsweb.com Subject: [NYGENESE] Bethany History We are pleased to announce that we have set the date for our next meeting of the Bethany History Keepers ~ ~ 3:00 p.m. ~ Saturday, March 22nd, 2003 ~ ~ at the Carriage Village Mall ~ (next to the Genesee County Park, at the corner of Raymond Road and Bethany Center Road, in Bethany, N.Y.) We hope you can join with us as we continue to share the local history of Bethany. We are planning to have a speaker relate info to us on preserving our history. Please feel free to bring any articles or photographs you may have that you'd like to share with the group ~ also, your stories about Bethany. Everyone has stories to share! Something that an aunt or grandfather told you about "the good ol' days" .... or, remembrances you have about visiting grama in her old country kitchen, or helping your uncle with farm chores, back when they hand-milked cows and gathered chicken eggs by hand.......If you find it interesting, then so will we! Once again, there will be displays of maps, newspaper articles, and photographs of Bethany; also copies of A History of the Town of Bethany, a re-publication of the book put out in 1962 for the town's sesquicentennial, will be available. We look forward to seeing you again ~ or meeting you for the first time. Come join us ~ bring a friend ~ our meeting is very casual, mostly a discussion and sharing hour about fond memories and reminiscences. Looking forward to seeing you soon, Linda Schmidt, Don Schmidt, Lori Carlson, Lynda Gaetano ==== NYGENESE Mailing List ==== Genesee GenWeb has many Resources Check it out!! http://www.rootsweb.com/~nygenese

We are pleased to announce that we have set the date for our next meeting of the Bethany History Keepers ~ ~ 3:00 p.m. ~ Saturday, March 22nd, 2003 ~ ~ at the Carriage Village Mall ~ (next to the Genesee County Park, at the corner of Raymond Road and Bethany Center Road, in Bethany, N.Y.) We hope you can join with us as we continue to share the local history of Bethany. We are planning to have a speaker relate info to us on preserving our history. Please feel free to bring any articles or photographs you may have that you'd like to share with the group ~ also, your stories about Bethany. Everyone has stories to share! Something that an aunt or grandfather told you about "the good ol' days" .... or, remembrances you have about visiting grama in her old country kitchen, or helping your uncle with farm chores, back when they hand-milked cows and gathered chicken eggs by hand.......If you find it interesting, then so will we! Once again, there will be displays of maps, newspaper articles, and photographs of Bethany; also copies of A History of the Town of Bethany, a re-publication of the book put out in 1962 for the town's sesquicentennial, will be available. We look forward to seeing you again ~ or meeting you for the first time. Come join us ~ bring a friend ~ our meeting is very casual, mostly a discussion and sharing hour about fond memories and reminiscences. Looking forward to seeing you soon, Linda Schmidt, Don Schmidt, Lori Carlson, Lynda Gaetano

About the Masons (per Jill Jensen Hernandez' request): There are some books, directories, and meeting minutes (if I'm not mistaken) at the County Historian's office of Genesee County in Batavia. The Historians there are wonderful, and extremely knowledgable. I don't know if they will charge you for a look-up, but give them a call or email to see what they have. The email address is history@co.genesee.ny.us. Open Mon - Thurs 9am to 4:30 eastern. I loved it there! -Rebecca Koford Burtonsville, MD