****************** Progressive Batavian Batavia, Genesee County, New York State April 30-1875 # 3 Resolutions of Respect.-At a special meeting of Richmond Hose Co., No. 2, held Monday evening, April 26th, the following Resolutions were adopted: In view of the loss we have sustained by the decease of our friend and associate, George LAMPMAN, and of the still heavier loss sustained by those who were nearest and dearest t him, be it Resolved, That it is only a just tribute to the memory of the departed to say that in regretting his removal from our midst, we mourn for the one who was in every way worthy of our respect and regard. Resolved, That we sincerely condole with the family of the deceased on the dispensation with which it has pleased divine Providence to afflict them, and commend them for consolation to Him who orders all tings for the best. Resolved, That this heartfelt testimonial of our sympathy and sorrow be published in the several village papers, and a copy of the same be sent to the bereaved family. H. HOMELIUS, Sec. * Byron.-Tuesday last we followed to the grave the remains of another of our early settlers, Mrs. Alanzo ROWLEY. Mr. ROWLEY and his wife came to this town forty-nine years ago from New Lebanon, Columbus Co., N.Y. Until within a few weeks she has always been a very healthy woman, but a short time since she was attacked with liver difficulties which finally caused her death on Sunday last, thus separating a couple who had lived together fifty-one years. Mrs. R. was a very consistent member of the Presbyterian church, and always in her seat before the service began. She leaves a husband and four sons and many warm friends in Byron to mourn her loss. This makes 4 prominent members from this church in less than as many months. We had an Old Folks' Concert here on Friday evening last, and really was a big thing. The Lord favored us with a good night, and there was a large turn out. People came from all parts of this town and some came from neighboring towns. The Church and gallery were literally packed, with seats and chairs filling the aisles. The receipts were $85. The singers, though not as old as they appeared or pretended, had, some of them, to be assisted to the platform, because of the 'infirmities of age. They were all dressed in ye ancient style. Some of the bonnets were immense, being several feet in length and built on the bias, opening wider and wider to the front where they were about the size of a carriage top. Some of the garments worn were 150 years old. Attie GAINES, from the Batavia Institute for the Blind, sang several pieces, adding much to the interest and pleasure of the evening. The entertainment was a decided success in every way. * Oakfield.-The cold backward Spring seems to put a damper on business both indoors and out. Wheat is looking badly and unless we get warm rains and sunshine very soon the crop will be a failure. The Singing School taught by Wm. DANIELS of South Alabama closed the evening of the 16th with a Concert. The singing class gave evidence of having had a good instructor by the perfect harmony and accurate time they kept in singing. The anthem entitled "By the Rivers of Babylon," was certainly grand. The quartett "We'll have to Mortgage the Farm," was well worthy of commendations. This and many other Quartetts, Choruses and Anthems made the Concert a perfect success. On Tuesday, April 20th, the I.O. of G.T., of Oakfield held a Temperance Mass meeting in the M.E. Church at this place. It was said by good judges to be the best they ever attended. The Good Templars met at the Lodge room, clothed themselves in regalia and then marched to the Church where was had good speaking, reading and singing. The colloquy spoken by Bryant TAYLOR, Miss Laura NOBLE and Miss Mary McCRILLUS, was a splendid illustration of real life. It represented the youth just starting out in the world where there are so many worldly pleasures and fascinations; tempts him with wine, &c.; conscience comes in and points to him the straight and narrow path that leads to honor; reminds him of the instructions taught him by his pious mother; to shun the broad road to destruction. The illustration was very good indeed. The Good Templars are prospering finely--organized Feb. 25th, with 40 charter members--they now number 80. Our new firm, March & Shelton, commenced business on Monday of this week. * Stafford.-Our School in district No. 8, known as the Thompson school house, under the management of Mr. Winfield A. TYLER, closed on Friday the 12th inst. The scholars surprised their teacher in the afternoon, with declamation, reading, singing, and the presentation of a heavy gold pen and holder, as a token of their esteem. We hope that the Trustees will secure the services of Mr. TYLER for another winter, as we have had the best school in years. The above just received from "Dead Letter Office." How came it there? [Ed.] * Bergen.-Jas. R. McKENZIE is building a house for Jas. WELDON in the southwest part of the village. W.P. MUNGER has been seriously ill with inflammation of the stomach. We hope soon to see him out again. The delegates from the Congregational church to the meeting of the Presbytery of Geneseo on Tuesday of this week at Castile, were M.W. STRYKER, pastor of the church, and T.J. TONE. The third spelling match came off as advertised Monday evening of this week in Tulley's Hall. The audience was as large and as interested as the week before. Several of the spellers in last week's match did not engage in this one, but their places were filled by others, making the number thirty-four. The words were pronounced by Commissioner SELDEN, and the Rev. J.L. FORSTER and Messrs. RUMSEY and GREEN acted as umpires. Sanders' Union Speller was used until but ten were left, and then Sanders' Test Speller was employed to vanquish the ten. Anodyne, immanuel, barouche, civilian, frolicking, apish, mistletoe, idocrasy, and Liliputian brought down nine of the ten, leaving Mrs. Phebe NICHOLS the victor. She received the first prize, $5.36; Miss Cora ARNOLD the second, $4.01; Jas. B. ARNOLD the third, $2.68; and Sarah SEWARD the fourth, $1.34. The successful four were satisfied, and the unsuccessful thirty were not. Of course we could have spelled every word but the one we missed! Now let us have a pronouncing match. * Married. HIGLEY-CASSIDY.-In Elba, April 15th, 1875, at the house of Frank ROBE, Esq., by Rev. L. ATWATER, Anson HIGLEY of Elba, to LIzzie CASSIDY of Vermont. GOULD-TORPY.-On the 25th inst., at the house of Alfred MANN, by Rev. E. ALLEN, Mr. George A. GOULD, of Elba and Alta L. TORPY of Byron. * Now's Your Chance! Mrs.. A.J. PEMBER offers for sale her Fine Residence on State Street. This is a desirable property, and will be sold cheap, as the owner desires to remove west. For price and terms inquire of Mrs. A.J. PEMBER, 40 State St. * Elba.-As the weather becomes more mild, we see more activity displayed in all branches of business, especially that of village improvements. We notice that Robert H. OLIVER has been making improvements on his house, and has also put an addition to his barn. The Tornado Windmill Co. have commenced work upon their Block. It is to be built of concrete, and when completed will be occupied by them as a foundry and machine shop. The Company have just shipped one of their mills to Shamburg, Pa., to be used in pumping oil from the wells; it being much cheaper than steam power, and less liable to get out of order. George WILDER is repairing his house and putting a cornice on the same. We are sorry to report that Alonzo LORD, as old resident, was suddenly stricken down with a shock of paralysis on Friday night last, and at present lies in a critical condition, with no hopes of his recovery. The frame of the Hotel now stands erected, and is fast being enclosed. Wm. H. RAYMOND, of Wm. H.& W.H. Raymond, has just returned from N.Y., where he has been to purchase goods. the same are now being received at their store. We learn by hearsay that Rev. E.A. WHEAT is to return about June 1st. * For Crockery, don't fail to go to Kenyon's. They have the largest stock in the county to select from. Hotel ware, farmers' heavy ware, medium and light ware, imitation French china, together with plated ware and cutlery. * submitted by Linda Schmidt *********************************************