Daily News Batavia, Genesee County, New York State February 19-1875 Local Record. Francis MOLONEY has sold his store property on Main street to Christopher H. RUSSELL for $3,500. Roderick D. WILSON, son of S.A. WILSON, of this village, died in St. Louis, Mo., on Friday, 12th inst., aged 29 years 6 mo's. Mrs. Tracy PARDEE, who has been an invalid for several years past, died on Friday last, aged 53 years. Her loss is deeply mourned by all who knew her. Serious Accident.-We regret to learn that on Tuesday last Mr. James HARRIS of this town, fell from the top of a straw stack, striking the frozen cap of the stack, which he had just thrown to the ground, cutting a bad gash in his cheek, badly injuring one of his eyes, spraining one ankle, and receiving other serious injuries. Twenty-five years ago on Wednesday of this week, 17th inst., just a quarter of a century, occurred the "great fire" in Batavia, which destroyed the old American Hotel, the hotel of the place at that time, and all the buildings from Bank street to the corner now occupied by Adams' grocery, inclusive. It was a "big thing" in the day of it. "Gib Kane," a boy of some sixteen or seventeen years, "raised Cain" on Wednesday night of this week, by breaking into Champlin's liquor store, and stealing all the whisky he wanted to drink, and a few pennies which chanced to be in the money drawer. Mr. DAVIS, the night watchman, caught him in the act, and housed him in jail, where he awaits trial. He is son of "Tim KANE," formerly saloonist on Ellicott street. Elisha MERRITT, for a long time a resident in Bethany, departed this life Feb. 12, at the age of 73 years. Mr. MERRITT was one of our best citizens, and respected by all. He leaves a widow and one son, D.B. MERRITT, of Linden, and four daughters, all well settled in life, to mourn his loss. His funeral was held at the Center on Monday last, and notwithstanding the severity of the weather, a large concourse of people assembled to pay the last tribute of respect to an honest and upright man. * Stone Church.-Weddings are of such frequent occurrence this winter, they attract but little attention. But one occurred on Saturday last, Feb. 13th, in the town of Le Roy, at the house of Calvin SEWARD, which is worthy of notice, it being a golden one; and when a couple have been permitted to enjoy each other's society for half a century, it is well to celebrate the anniversary. So thought the relatives and friends of Mr. and Mrs. SEWARD, down to the fourth generation, who assembled there, to the number of 53, giving them a delightful surprise; carrying with them not only kind words and sincere wishes for their future prosperity, with an ample supply of refreshments for all, but a more substantial token of their respect and esteem was given. The following verses were first read: We friends have come with one accord, Hearts filled with feelings warm and true; Our presence here shows the regard Which we have ever felt for you. We're here to celebrate the vows Which fifty years ago were spoken; Vows to love and cherish ever; Vows which still remain unbroken. We have assembled here to honor This bride and groom half a century old. Accept from all this tribute of affection This pair of spec's and thimble of gold. May they ever be reminder Of this golden wedding day Linking our hearts together firmer, Though your friends are far away. As down life's stream you gently glide, Spared each other's lives to cheer, Ever walking side by side, May faith and hope your path make clear. The above mentioned gifts were then presented by the oldest nephew and niece, Mr. Alvin STEVENS and Mrs. Alma PARMALEE, together with a silver goblet gold lined, (a present from the only son,) bearing the inscription, "Father and Mother--Golden Wedding--Feb. 13, 1875." Mr. M.C. WARD of Bergen then stepped forward and addressed the worthy couple, in a few well chosen words adapted to the occasion, presenting, from himself, and friends,a handsome vase, with a fine copy of the New Testament and Psalms, in such large print that the new spectacles will hardly be required for its perusal. The closing remarks made by Rev. Mr. BARTHOLF, expressing the hope that they might be spared to see many anniversaries of their wedding day, and congratulating on a long and exemplary life, with other appropriate remarks, were received by the bride and groom, with hearts full of grateful emotions. All retired to their respective homes at an early hour, bearing with them pleasant memories, (never to be effaced,) of the few hours spent so pleasantly in the society of this amiable couple. * Died. LENT.-In Bethany, Genesee Co., N.Y., Jan. 28th, 1875, Miss Lucy Augusta LENT, aged 42 years. She was converted in Nunda, Livingston Co., when about sixteen years old, and united with the M.E..church, and ever since has adorned her christian profession with the beauties of a Christly spirit and a holy life. For the last 20 years she has been an invalid. During that time she had several fits of a sickness, in which she was a great sufferer, but through all she was mild, uncomplaining, and cheerful. She was naturally sweet-spirited, amiable, and lovely, but grace made these qualities more prominent, and beautiful, and never did they shine with such rare brilliancy as when tested in the fiery furnace of affliction. We have never known a more Christ-like and perfect example of patient, cheerful suffering, than Lucy Augusta has exhibited, and left a precious legacy to her surviving friends. Christ was her ever present and precious friend and his spirit resided in her heart as a ruling principle. This was the secret of her rare piety and beautiful character. Up to the last conversation with her mother, her evidence of acceptance with God was clear, and her prospects of heaven bright. She will be greatly missed at home, but the sweet hope of meeting her in the "better country," will cheer the hearts that mourn and quicken their steps in the narrow way that leads to life. W.D. BUCK, Stafford, Feb. 13th. * Neighboring Counties Lockport pays $20,000 per year for street gas. During the month of January there were 200 deaths in Buffalo. The public schools in Buffalo are maintained at annual expense of over $400,000. Prominent Buffalonians are organizing a manufacturers and merchants exchange. During the year 1874 there were 94 fires in the city of Buffalo, involving a loss of $214,126.25. * submitted by Linda C. Schmidt *********************************************