| HORTON-SMITH |
—At State Line, Wednesday evening Nov 21 1894, by Rev. Paul
Smith, Mr. George Smith of Rutland and Miss Bertha Horton of Richmond. |
| HOWE |
MRS. EMILY HOWE RICHMOND After months of bodily suffering
and several days of unconsciousness, the spirit of Mrs. Emily Howe Richmond
took its flight at 11 o’clock Christmas night, at the home of her parents
in North Main Street. Coming to this boro from Lackawanna County in young
girlhood, Emily Howe was graduated from the Normal School in the class
of 1878. Taking up almost immediately the work of a teacher, she was thus
employed in this state and at Crete, Neb., until 1897, when she became
the wife of Mr. Oscar Richmond, of Richmond. But three years of conjugal
joy were hers. In 1900 her husband died, and the following spring she again
took up her residence here, in Elmira Street, in a home of her own. A few
weeks ago she was taken to the home of her parents. A most devoted wife
and friend, a true Christian, her demise is mourned as one to whom death
is a benediction. The funeral was held on Saturday conjointly with that
of her father, John C. Howe, the Revs. W. J. Gregory and George E. Hutchings
officiating. The burial was in the family plat in Hope Cemetery. (handwritten
on article 1902) |
| HULSLANDER |
HULSLANDER-In Sullivan, August 5, 1899, to Mr. and Mrs.
Horace Hulslander, a daughter. |
| HULSLANDER - SQUIRES |
Thomas Huslander, his wife and six children, start Wednesday,
Oct. 31st, for Plain View, Neb., where they will make their future home. |
| KILGORE - SMITH |
WEDDING AT CORYLAND Wednesday evening, December 21, 1898,
a very pleasant wedding took place at the elegant home of Mr. and Mrs.
Duning Kilgore at Coryland, when their daughter, Ida May, was united in
marriage to Byron C. Smith, of Elk Run, Pa. The house was handsomely decorated
with evergreens, potted plants and roses. The bridal party marched down
the stairs, through the back parlor, to the strains of the wedding march
played by Mrs. William Kilgore of Elmira Heights, taking their place under
an evergreen arch in the front parlor. The bride was handsomely attired
and carried a bouquet of roses. She was attended by her sister, Mrs. Margaret
Roy. The best man was Mr. Geo. Roy of Elmira. The ceremony was performed
by Rev. John Van Kirk, of Seely Creek, uncle of the bride. About forty
guests partook of the elegant supper. The many beautiful presents attested
the high esteem in which the bride and groom are held by their many friends.
Amid a shower of rice, Mr. and Mrs. Smith left on a Northern Central train
for Elmira. After January 12th, they will be at home at Elk Run, Pa. |
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| KRISE-DOUD |
At Mainesburg, Pa., October 10, 1900, Mr. Barney Krise and
Miss Dorna Doud, both of Mainesburg. |
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| LAY |
LAY—In Sullivan, August 6, to Mr. and Mrs. Orren E. Lay,
a son. |
| LAY |
SUICIDE IN SULLIVAN Mr. Orrin Lay Shot Himself—Had Said
He Had Nothing to Live For.Mr. Orrin E. Lay aged 38, a prominent and prosperous
farmer of Gray Valley, in Sullivan Township, committed suicide at his home
at about 6 o’clock last Tuesday morning, May 24th, by shooting himself
in the right side with a shotgun at close range. He had been heard to express
a strong desire to dies, saying he had nothing to live for. The suicide
was a son of Mr. James Lay, of Sullivan Township, and a son-in-law of the
late Mr. Lafayette Squires, of the same township. He is survived by his
father, by his wife and by four children –three daughters and one son.
Mr. Lay went, shortly after breakfast, to the woodshed and there shot himself.
He placed the muzzle of the gun against his side and discharged the weapon
with the aid of a small crotched stick, most of the charge passing through
his body.Dr. Gustin, of Sylvania, attended him in response to a hurried
summons, but the case was a hopeless one. The suicide, however, lingered
about five hours until death relieved him. He lost consciousness immediately
after the shooting, but regained it and died in full possession of his
mental faculties. Mr. Lay was well liked by his acquaintances, and intense
regret because of the tragedy has been expressed by many of his friends
in Sullivan, and much sympathy has been evinced for his father, who is
esteemed highly. |
| LAY |
CARD OF THANKS I desire to thank my friends and neighbors
in Sylvania, also my old friends and neighbors in Sullivan for their kindness
and sympathy during the illness of my wife, and for their tender sympathy
towards me and mine at her death. I wish to thank the choir that sang so
touchingly at the funeral service the songs of faith and hope she loved,
and all others that have brought us tender ministries in this time of sorrow.
James Lay, Sylvania, March 8, 1907 |
| LAY |
James L. Lay , aged 7 years, son of Mr. and Mrs. Orrin E.
Lay, died in Elmira, of diphtheria, after an illness of but one week. Burial
in Gray Valley Cemetery. |
| LEWIS |
Mansfield, Pa., February 20, 1907 CHARLES S. LEWIS Mansfield
again mourns the loss of a substantial citizen—one universally esteemed
in the community. Charles S. Lewis, whom death has claimed, had lived here
since arriving at early manhood. He was a self made man in the truest sense
of the term. He made stepping stones of obstacles, and went steadily forward
where others less determined and tenacious would have faltered, and , ultimately,
have abandoned the struggle. His foremost thought was of his family, the
proper rearing and education of his children. How successfully these desires
were accomplished is a matter of common knowledge. And it is one of the
noblest monuments to memory of man. In public affairs Mr. Lewis was guided
by the consideration of the greatest good to the greatest number. In commercial
pursuits he was honorable and upright. His friendship was desirable. He
was a manly man. The world is better for his having lived. And Mansfield
sincerely mourns his passing at a time when he was just getting ready to
live and enjoy some of the comforts resultant from years of strenuous endeavor. |
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| LEWIS |
Charles S. Lewis, one of Mansfield’s best know and most
highly respected citizens, passed away at his home on the F. A. Allen farm
west of the Tioga River, on Monday morning last at 2:35, following a fortnight’s
illness. Death was caused by brain fever, which ultimately assumed a meningitis
form. Mr. Lewis was 48 years old. There survive a widow, four children—Mrs.
H. H. Gaige, of Millerton; Maude, a member of the faculty of the Knoxville
High School; Lena, a member of the faculty of the Mansfield Boro School;
Leon of Elmira, N.Y., --his mother, Mrs. S. T. Lewis of Mansfield, and
the following brothers and sisters: Albert of Campbell, NY; Howard and
Grant of Mansfield, and Mrs. W. W. Kelley and Mrs. Samuel McConnell of
Mansfield. The funeral will be held from the M. E. Church this (Wednesday)
afternoon at 2 o’clock |
| LITTEER |
TWO TIOGANS KILLED By a D. L. & W. Train at Coopers,
NY—Imposing Funeral Ceremonies Held Last Sunday Last Wednesday morning
the terrible news reached this place that Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Litteer,
of Mann Hill, this township, had been instantly killed by the cars at a
crossing on the D. L. & W. road, about half a mile from Coopers Station,
in Steuben County, NY. An investigation revealed the fact that on Wednesday,
February 24th, Mr. and Mrs. Litteer left their home to attend the funeral
of a sister of Mrs. Litteer’s at Bradford, Schuyler County, NY., traveling
by their own conveyance, and started on their homeward trip Tuesday, March
2d, stopping over night with friends in Avoca, NY. On the fatal Wednesday
morning, they resumed their journey, and when at Bassett’s Crossing, where
the Erie and D. L. and W. tracks are only about ten rods apart, they crossed
the Erie, and evidently did not see the Lackawanna train east, bearing
down upon them at the rate of fifty miles an hour. The horses had crossed
the track, when the engine struck the carriage, landing both of the occupants
upon the pilot, with the laprobe, even, snugly tucked about them. The train
was stopped as soon as possible, and when reached both parties were found
dead, and were taken down the track slowly to Cooper’s Station. There the
bodies were removed from the pilot and placed in the baggage car, and taken
to Corning. It was found that the skulls were both crushed, but the bodies
not otherwise mutilated. The remains were prepared for burial by undertakers
Fletcher & Cook, and arrived at Tioga on the Fall Brook Road, Thursday
noon. A delegation from I. O. O. F. Lodge No 797, of Tioga, met the train
and took charge of the remains, which were removed to their late home on
Mann Hill. Very imposing funeral services were held Sunday morning at 11:30
at their late home, conducted by John H. Putnam, Chaplain of Tioga Lodge
of I. O. O. F. and from there nearly one hundred teams wended their way
over the hills to the Methodist Church, on Farmington Hill, where services
were held at 2 o’clock, p.m. by Rev. Mr. Stiles, of the M. E. Church of
Tioga. At the close of these services, the remains were taken to Farmington
Cemetery for interment. The ceremonies there were conducted by Odd Fellows’
Lodge, No. 797, L. Boughtin, Marshal, and J. H. Putnam, Chaplain. The bearers
were all from Tioga Lodge, and composed of—Past Grands—S. T. Andrus, A.
Hathaway, D. W. Green and D. C. McAllister and Third degree members—Otto
Berg, C. Dates, R. Mosher, W. A. Furman, Jos. Bagley, John Peggendorf,
Frank Dunham and Jesse Kimball. Excellent music was rendered at the church
by the Farmington Hill Presbyterian choir. Among the visiting relatives
from abroad we noticed Mr. Wm. Utter, a son of Mrs. Litteer, policeman,
from Dunn, Harnet County, N.C., Mrs. Sarah Ballard of Tyrone, NY, Phineas
Paddock, wife and three children from Avoca, NY., Edwin Ballard and Miss
Charity Ballard of Avoca, NY., Mrs. John Litteer, son and daughter of Nelson,
Myron Ripley and wife of Mardin. Tioga Lodge turned out a delegation of
sixty members, and the Nelson Lodge sent a delegation to attend the last
sad rites to a departed Brother. Undertakers Blanchard of Nelson and Kreiss
of Tioga, had charge of the funeral, and the two hearses, and the burial
of two bodies in one grave was, we are told, the first occurrence of the
kind in that section of the county, and drew an immense concourse of people
to the church, not one half of them being able to get inside. Owing to
a misunderstanding in regard to the time of service, people were coming
in from all directions from ten a.m. until two p.m. and at one time one
hundred and twenty-five teams were counted around the church. |
| LONGWELL-SMITH |
At State Line, NY, December 2, 1902, by Rev. F. E. VanKirk,
Mr. William H. Longwell of Rutland, Pa., and Miss Nellie E. Smith of Elkrun,
Pa. |
| LOVELESS |
The remains are expected in Tioga today of C. W. Loveless,
long a prominent resident of the Mill Creek Valley, who died suddenly last
Saturday while spending the winter with his son in South Dakota. Deceased
leaves a widow and several children, among whom are Orwell Loveless and
Mrs. William Archer, of Mill Creek. |
| MAINE |
DR. MAINE DEAD - Dr. George D. Maine, one of Mainesburg’s
most widely known and highly respected residents died this morning at his
home of cancer of the stomach, aged seventy years, ten months and nineteen
days. Dr. Maine had been failing for some time. He sought help at the hands
of several specialists during the winter but found only temporary relief.
He leaves two daughters—Mrs. Kate Holcomb, and Mrs. James Cudworth. The
funeral will be held on Friday at 1 o’clock. |
| McCONNELL |
Mr. Joseph McConnell’s house, with granary and dairy house
attached, near Elk Run, burned yesterday afternoon about 2 o’clock while
Mr. and Mrs. McConnell were absent from home. Part of the contents only
were saved. A strong wind was blowing at the time otherwise it is thought
the fire might have been put out by neighbors who were early on the scene.
The loss will approximate $1,500; insurance $500 in the Grange. |
| McCONNELL |
Mrs. Rhoda R. Vance, a native of Sullivan township and formerly
for a number of years a respected resident of this boro, died suddenly
last Wednesday evening while sitting at the supper table , at the home
of her son, Mr. Justus W. Mc Connell, two miles east of Elmira. Death was
due to the rupture of a blood vessel near the heart. Mrs. Vance was the
widow of the late Brewster H. Vance. She was taken sick last August while
at the home of her son, the Rev. Alonzo R. McConnell, at Monterey, N. Y.
Her improved condition of late had encouraged the hope that she would soon
be enjoying her usual good health, when suddenly, almost instantly, the
final summons came. Deceased had long been a member of the Mansfield Presbyterian
Church. She was in her 68th year. She was a daughter of Justus and Elizabeth
Wood, pioneers of this county, the latter of whom is still living at the
advanced age of nearly 90 years. She is survived, also, by one daughter,
Mrs. Benj. Osgood of Richmond and four sons, Justus W. of Elmira; Alonzo
R. of Monterey, N. Y.; Frank M. of Rutland, Pa., and Eli G., of Candor,
N. Y.The remains were brought to this boro Friday on the noon train, and
the funeral services were conducted from the First Baptist Church, the
Rev. F. W. Reynolds, officiating.Her remains were laid to rest in the Mainesburg
Cemetery, beside those of her husband, Henry S. McConnell |
| McCONNELL |
DEATH OF A FORMER SULLIVAN RESIDENT - Mr. Ephraim C. McConnell,
one of the Advertiser’s valued subscribers at Plainview, Neb., was stricken
with paralysis on Friday evening, the 11th inst., and died the following
Sunday, aged about 59 years. Mr. McConnell attended a sale during the day
and was about to take his seat with his family at the supper table when
he complained of great pain over his left eye. He grew rapidly worse and
soon lost consciousness. Deceased was a member of the Methodist church
and an Odd Fellow and a man of many admirable traits of character. He was
a son of the late Justus McConnell. He went west from Sullivan about twenty
years ago. His wife, who survives him, is a daughter of Judson Squires,
deceased, of that township. Of this thirteen children eight survive. He
leaves also four brothers and four sisters as follows: James McConnell
of Ralston, George of Sullivan; Newberry, of Austinville; and Dallas of
Mann Creek; Mrs. John Smith, of Sullivan; Mrs. H. D. Wood, of this boro;
Mrs. Sidney Crippen and Mrs. Chas. Miller of Plainview, Neb. The late Mrs.
Malon Cleveland of Richmond, was also a sister. Mr. McConnell had prospered
in his western home, being the owner at the time of his death of a well
stocked farm of 80 acres. |
| McCONNELL |
Mrs. Benjamin Osgood, died very suddenly last Sunday morning,
at her home near this boro. She had been ill several weeks with measles,
but at no time was her condition thought to be critical. She suffered more
or less during the course of her disease from heart trouble, a fact which
probably explains her unexpected demise. She passed a comfortable night
and after being awake for some time Sunday morning again fell asleep. Without
again returning to consciousness she passed peacefully away about 7 o’clock.
Mrs. Osgood was a daughter of the late Henry McConnell, of Rutland. Her
age was 39 years, 11 months and 12 days. She was married in her fifteenth
year and with her husband lived for a time on Bailey Creek in that township.
Later they bought a farm on Pickle Hill where they long resided and to
which there were about to return after an absence of several years. Mrs.
Osgood looked forward joyfully to this return to the farm on which so many
years of her happy married life had been spent. She was a lady of strong
personality, a true helpmeet to her husband, an indulgent, loving mother,
kind neighbor and a devoted Christian. Of a modest, retiring disposition
her true worth was best known to the members of her immediate household.
Besides her husband there are left to mourn her loss three sons and three
daughters, Ruth, Watson, Irving, Lavina, Eva and Walter, four of whom were
unable on account of illness to be present at the funeral, which was largely
attended at 1 o’clock Tuesday afternoon from the M. E. Church, of which
Mrs. Osgood had been a consistent member for thirty years. The impressive
obsequies were conducted by her pastor, the Rev. E. Rosengrant. The burial
was in Oakwood Cemetery. |
| McCONNELL |
DEATH OF REV. A. R. McCONNELL - On Tuesday, January 25th,
at Monterey, N. Y., Rev. Mr. McConnell died, aged 45 years, from hemorrhages
of the stomach. He had been in poor health for several years. Mr. McConnell
leaves a wife and three children, beside three brothers and one sister,
Mrs. B. H. Osgood, of Mansfield, Frank, of Rutland, Justus W., of Elmira
and E. G. of Candor, N.Y. He was pastor of two churches, one at Monterey
and one at South Bradford, and was the instrument of much good in that
locality. The funeral was held at Hills Creek Church, this county, Friday,
January 28th. |
| McCONNELL |
Mr. Justus McConnell, long a leading citizen and farmer
of Sullivan Township, died suddenly yesterday morning, August 17th, at
9:30 o’clock at his home near the West Sullivan creamery. Mr. McConnell
had suffered from a heart disease for a number of years. While his sudden
demise was a great shock to his family and friends it was not wholly unexpected.
He was in his usual health up to 11 o’clock Monday morning and only last
Saturday drove to the boro for some household supplies. Mr. McConnell was
born in Sullivan, June 11th, 1822. He was a Methodist in religious belief,
though not at the time of his death a member of any church. In politics
he was a staunch Republican. His integrity was never questioned. One of
his life maxims was to do right. He was twice married. Besides a widow
he leaves the following children: Ephraim, living in Nebraska; Mrs. John
Smith, of Sullivan; Mrs. H. D. Wood, of Mansfield; James McConnell, of
Ralston; Mrs. Sydney Crippen and Mrs. Charles Miller, of Plainview, Nebraska;
Dallas and George C., of Richmond township, Newberry N., of Rutland township,
and Dee at home. The funeral will be held from the house at 1 o’clock on
Thursday. |
| McCONNELL |
After an illness of two weeks of appendicitis, Mr. Roie
McConnell died Monday morning about 6:30 o’clock at his home at Lawrence
Corners. Deceased was a son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank McConnell, of Monroeton.
He was born May 11, 1878, on Pickle Hill, near this boro. Two years ago
he married Maud, daughter of Mr. Clark Colby, of Lawrence Corners, who
survive him. He was an exemplary young man whose untimely demise is deeply
mourned by a large circle of relatives and acquaintances. Besides his afflicted
wife and parents he leaves two sisters and one brother. The funeral was
held yesterday afternoon at 3 o’clock from the Lawrence Corners M. E. Church,
the Rev. E. J. Rosengrant officiating. |
| McCONNELL |
LESTER McCONNELL The funeral of Lester McConnell, the infant
son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry McConnell, will be held this morning at 10 o’clock
at the family home 701 East Clinton Street. Interment will be in Woodlawn
Cemetery. |
| McCONNELL |
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| McCONNELL |
MRS. LEPHA SMITH Mrs. Lepha Smith, widow of the late Jonathan
Smith, died at the home of her son, Wayne Smith, on Pickle Hill, on Thursday
night, October 31. Death was due to heart failure. Mrs. Smith was in her
67th year. She is survived by four sons—Jason of Horseheads, NY and Edgar,
Victor and Wayne of Mansfield; six granddaughters—Minnie Makely of Elk
Run; Maud Every of Mansfield; Ruth Roblyer of Elk Run; Lepha Barr of Arnot;
Ethel and Cecil Smith of Horseheads, NY; five grandsons—Frank Smith of
Westfield; Grant Roblyer and Claude Smith of Mansfield; Dewey Smith of
Horseheads, NY and Reed Smith of Mansfield. She was preceded to the better
world by two daughters, Rosabella and Grace. Mrs. Smith was a daughter
of the late Justus McConnell of Sullivan. She was the oldest daughter of
a family of eleven children—the late Ephraim McConnell of Plainview, Neb.;
James deceased of Ralston; Mary deceased of Roseville; Dallas of Mann Creek;
Angelina, deceased of Schodac; Juliet, deceased of Plainview, Neb.; George
of Mansfield; Lodema of Nealle, Neb.; Josephine, deceased of Mainesburg;
Newberry of Elk Run. The funeral was held from the home of the son, where
she died, on Sunday November 3. Burial in Hope Cemetery. |
| McCONNELL |
WILLIAM ANDREW McCONNELL William Andrew McConnell, of this
boro, was found dead in his bed at an early hour Monday morning, having
passed away during the night. Heart failure was, without doubt, the cause
of his death, as he was lying on his right side in exactly the same position
he took on retiring the night before. Death had apparently come to him
within a few moments after lying down. At the time of the railroad accident
here last January Mr. McConnell was injured but not seriously. Since then,
however, his health had not been so robust as formerly, and at times he
would be compelled to suspend work for a day or two. His condition had
at no time been considered alarming, and the news of his death came as
a shock to the community. William S. McConnell was born in Bradford County,
Pa., Oct. 23, 1847, and has lived in this vicinity for more than forty
years past. During the earlier years of his life he followed the occupation
of farming, but for the past seventeen years had been in the employ of
W. D. Rose, of this place. Five years ago he moved to this boro and has
resided here since. He was held in high esteem by his fellow citizens and
last spring completed a term as member of the boro council. For years he
had been a consistent member of the Methodist Episcopal Church, and for
several years past had been a member of its Official Board. William A.
McConnell was a good citizen, an honorable and open hearted man. On April
27, 1871, he was married to Ellen A. Watson, of this boro, and seven children
have blessed their union. He is survived by his wife, three sons, Charles
W. of Mansfield, Herbert W. of Elmira and Lee R. of Canton, and four daughters,
Mrs. Claud Ely, of East Charleston, Minnie F., Dora E., and Mildred R.,
all of Mansfield. Besides his wife and children, his aged mother and two
brothers, Samuel B. and Allen N., both of Mansfield,also survive him. The
funeral services were held this afternoon at 2 o’clock, from his late residence,
his pastor, Rev. Theron R. Green, officiating. His remains were laid to
rest in Oakwood Cemetery. |
| McCONNELL-JERALD |
At the Baptist parsonage, Wellsboro, Pa., Oct 16, 1900,
by Rev. N. L. Reynolds, Mr. Carl G. McConnell of Sullivan Township, Pa.
and Miss Ada H. Jerald of Richmond Township, Pa. |
| McLELLAND-EDGERTON |
Miss Anna McClelland and Mr. Merritt Edgerton, popular young
people of this boro and Elk Run, were married Nov. 24th (Thanksgiving)
at Pine City, N. Y., by the Rev. F. W. Huff. The Advertiser unites heartily
with their host of other friends in wishing Mr. and Mrs. Edgerton unstinted
happiness and a bountiful share of the good things of life. |
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| OSGOOD-THURSTON |
HAPPILY WEDDED Marriage this Morning of Miss Ruth Osgood
and Rev. F. M. Thurston This community lost one of its most accomplished
and esteemed young ladies, the second in a short time, in the marriage
at her father’s home, at 5:30 this morning of Miss Ruth Osgood to the Rev.
Frederick M. Thurston, pastor of the M. E. Church at Cardiff, NY. The ceremony
was impressively performed by the Rev. W. G. Hull, of the First M. E. Church.
Miss Osgood is an alumnus of the Normal School, class of ’95, and has taught
successfully a number of terms. The bridegroom assisted in revival meetings
at Lambs Creek and Covington some years ago, and upon one or two occasions
acceptably filled the pulpit of the M. E. Church here. The bride was the
recipient of many handsome presents. Besides the immediate families of
the contracting families, there were present at the wedding, Mr. and Mrs.
W. G. Hull, Mr. and Mrs. L. B. Shaw, Misses Ella Baynes, Edith Sperry,
Minnie McConnell, Mary Clark and Libbie Taylor, Mansfield; and Miss Kull
Knoxville. The happy couple took the 7:27 train for a short wedding tour,
returning from which they will be tendered a reception at the cozy parsonage,
which awaits them at Cardiff, NY. |
| PACKARD |
SOPER—At her home near Elk Run, Feb. 3, 1900, occurred the
death of Mrs. Ann E., wife of Mr. D. A. Soper. Mrs. Soper was between 60
and 65 years of age, and enjoyed a wide acquaintance. She was a woman of
much force of character. Besides her husband, she leaves one daughter,
Mrs. Mary Morse, of Smithfield, Pa. The remains were taken to Windfall,
where the funeral services and interment took place on Wednesday. |
| PALMER |
PALMER—In Sullivan, August 7, to Mr. and Mrs. Charles M.
Palmer, a daughter. |
| PALMER |
What might have proved a serious accident occurred last
Saturday afternoon while Georgie, eldest son of B. L. Palmer, was returning
from a gunning trip, the gun in some manner was discharged, the bullet
of a twenty-two caliber, driven by an extra heavy charge of powder, entered
his right hand near the center, then taking an upward course, stopped about
six inches from the place whence it entered. Drs. Gustin of Sylvania, and
Carpenter of Troy, were summoned and succeeded in removing the bullet at
about eleven o’clock at night. The patient is doing nicely and will undoubtedly
be out in a short time. |
| PRATT - KINGLSEY |
On Wednesday, Jan. 24, 1894, at the home of the bride’s
parents, Mansfield, Pa., occurred the marriage of Mr. Clarke D. Kingsley,
a successful farmer and teacher of Painter Run, Pa., and Miss Maria H.
Pratt, an accomplished daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Pratt. The immediate
relatives of the bride and groom were present to witness the marriage.
The ceremony took place at 12 o’clock noon, the Rev. D. L. Pitts, of Covington,
Pa., officiating. After hearty congratulations, a bountiful meal was served
and a pleasant social time enjoyed by all. |
| QUAIL |
MRS. QUAIL The aged mother of James Quail, of Richmond,
a woman past 80 years old, was found dead in bed Sunday morning while upon
a visit to friends in Jackson Summit, whither with her son’s family she
was about to move. Mrs. Quail was one of the pioneers of that township,
she and her husband having settled there at a very early day. |
| RARICK |
RUTH RARICK - On February 7 there was borne to the Lawrence
Corners Cemetery all that remained of a joyous young life that was ver
dear to her friends and also to all who lived within the immediate circle
of her acquaintance. Rich in all that goes to make a bright, happy girlhood,
full of love, radiant with hope, with a sunny disposition which showed
her only the golden side of life, she enjoyed the years alloted to her.
To her every cloud had a silver lining, ever flower a divine fragrance.
There she so calmly stood on the threshold of womanhood and looked out
on life with the heart of a happy child. So near in the past, loving and
beloved, the sunshine of her home, now with her waxen hands folded above
her quiet breast, she sleeps the long, peaceful sleep that is unbroken
even by a dream. With her it is well. She has gone before her youthful
illusions were dispelled by the harsh realities of life; before her lips
had tasted of the cup of human bitterness, before hopes had crumbled to
ashes. She has lain down in her youth, as a tired child, and gone to brighter
realms. Those eyes which have been touched by the finger of eternal silence
do not weep; hearts of dust will not break. To the home made so desolate
by her death, we can only leave it to time, the great comforter, which
drugs memory and brings to every sorrowing heart relief. |
| RARICK |
DEATH AT LAMBS CREEK - Mr. Lorenzo D. Rarick died last Sunday
morning at 9 o’clock at the home of his son, Mr. James Rarick up Lambs
Creek, aged about 75 years. Though long an invalid he had been confined
to his bed only three days. He was one of the nation’s defenders during
the civil war, serving in the 45th and 207th Pennsylvania infantry regiments.
He leaves four sons and two daughters. The funeral was held on Tuesday
at 12:30 from his late home and at 2 o’clock from he Lambs Creek Church.
The burial at Oakwood Cemetery, this boro, was in charge of Etz Post, G.A.R.,
of Tioga, of which deceased was a member. |
| RICE-WARTERS |
Miss Rosa Rice and Mr. Alfred Warters were married at the
Methodist parsonage in this boro last Saturday by the Rev. E. J. Rosengrant. |
| RICHMOND |
Sullivan Township lost a life long resident in the death
from typhoid fever on May 6th of Mr. Lyman Richmond, at the age of 52 years.
Mr. Richmond came home sick the last of March from Troy, where he had been
called as a witness in the Beardsley damage case. Deceased was a brother
of Mr. Anauias Richmond of this boro. He leaves a widow, a son and a daughter.
The funeral was held on Saturday, the 9th ultimo, from the home, the Rev.
J. C. Crowthers officiating, burial at Roseville. (handwritten on article
1895?) |
| RICHMOND |
Very pleasant surprise birthday gatherings were held last
Friday afternoon and evening at the home of Mr. Oscar Richmond in honor
of the birthday of his daughter, Miss Nettie Richmond. Older relatives
came in the afternoon, bringing with them as a token of esteem a pretty
tea set of dishes. In the evening there was a happy gathering of young
folks. |
| RICHMOND-SPENCER |
Monday, December 28, 1896, at the Methodist parsonage in
Elmira, Miss Nellie Richmond, daughter of Ananias Richmond of this place,
was married to Jerome Spencer of Jackson Summit, by Rev. David Kepple. |
| ROBERTS |
FIFTEENTH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY There assembled at the home
of Mr. and Mrs. Edward B. Roberts in Sullivan, July 17th, a large number
of their friends and relatives. The occasion was the fifteenth anniversary
of their marriage. The host and hostess were found well prepared to entertain
the company and a good visit was enjoyed throughout the day. During the
afternoon refreshments were served. Early in the evening friends began
to gather in until there were 100 present, all seeming to enjoy themselves
to the utmost., In due time supper was announced when all were bountifully
served with the good things of life. Then the tables were cleared away
and the young folds were given an opportunity to indulge their propensity
for frolic by playing games until the roosters told them that another day
was near. While merriment was holding sway among the younger members of
the party their seniors with appropriate expressions of esteem and good
will presented Mr. and Mrs. Roberts with a number of useful and costly
presents. Although young in appearance Mr. and Mrs. Robert have been active
members of the church for several years, he being the present superintendent
of the State Road Baptist Sunday School, where he is an earnest and faithful
worker. |
| ROCKWELL |
Victor Rockwell, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. C. J. Beach,
was instantly killed at 9 o’clock last Thursday morning by being run over
by a hay press, while on his way to the Powers school, a mile east of this
boro. He had ridden from home to within a few rods of the school house
when hearing the last bell he tried to get off or fell and was caught beneath
one of the heavily loaded rear runners which passed over his body just
above the hips. He was immediately carried to the school house and his
parents and a physician summoned, but death had apparently been instantaneous
from the crushing of the spinal column. No blame attaches to anyone for
the sad accident. He was a bright promising boy, eight years and seven
months old, and a favorite with his playmates and all who knew him. Intelligence
of the accident was received in this boro with the utmost sorrow and unstinted
expressions of sympathy for the bereaved parents. Funeral services were
held on Saturday at 1 o’clock from the house, the Rev. E. J. Rosengrant
officiating, assisted by the Rev. L. M. Gates. The late schoolmates of
the departed attended the obsequies in a body. Numerous floral offerings
bespoke the loving sympathy of mourning friends. The burial was in Oakwood
Cemetery. |
| ROCKWELL - HASKINS |
Tomorrow at the home of the bride’s parents in Sullivan
is to occur the marriage of Miss Teresa Rockwell and Dr. H. P. Haskins,
of Gaines, Pa. The ceremony is to be performed at 11:30 by the Rev. Charles
DeWoody. |
| ROSE |
Elizabeth Schoolcraft ROSE - MRS. ELIZABETH WOOD - Mrs.
Elizabeth Wood died Oct. 26, 1898, at the home of her son, Henry Wood of
Sullivan, aged 91 years. She was the wife of Justus Wood who died the same
day of the month (October 26) just twenty-six years ago. She had lived
sixty-one years in Sullivan. She and her husband settled on Rutland Hill
when a large part of Tioga County was a wilderness. The nearest gristmill
was at Troy, which they reached by a rough road behind a yoke of oxen.
She was one year old when Robert Fulton’s first steamboat (the Clermont)
ascended the Hudson River to Albany. She was a girl six years of age when
the war of 1812 began. She was twenty-nine when the Mexican war began.
She was thirty-seven when Samuel Morse erected the first telegraph line
in the world from Washington to Baltimore. She leaves seven children, four
boys and three girls, forty-eight grandchildren, seventy-six great grandchildren
and four great great grandchildren. She was converted and united with the
Baptist Church when fourteen years of age. For seventy-seven years, like
Enoch of old, she walked with God. Her religious experience was clear and
bright. Her life was a living epistle, an object lesson, of what the grace
of God could do. She died like Moses, her intellect unclouded, her faith
triumphant. Funeral services was held at Chandlersburg, in the Methodist
church, conducted by Rev. W. E. Sitzer, of West Caton, N.Y. |
| ROSE |
ELLIOTT S. ROSE In the death between 2 and 3 o’clock last
Friday morning of Elliott S. Rose, Tioga County lost one of its oldest
and most respected citizens. Born in the then wilderness of Sullivan Township,
June 20, 1817, he was a native of the community which for so many years
had been his home. Though always a farmer, he dealt largely for many years
in live stock and in grain. So successful was he in these ventures that
he rose by degrees from poverty to the possession of a goodly competency.
In his youth Mr. Rose spent one summer in Massachusetts, going and coming
most of the way on foot. Returning he applied the proceeds of his labor
toward reducing the encumbrance on the broad acres which with various additions
now constitute the Rose homestead. Though bodily infirmity had increased
with his advancing years it was not until a few months ago that the rapid
decline began which ended in his demise on the fifty-eighth anniversary
of his marriage with Laura A. Morgan, who survives him with three son and
one daughter, Anna, Mrs. William Gray, of Sullivan; W. P. rose of Roaring
Branch, Morgan E. of the boro and Warren P. of Sullivan. He was a charter
member of the State Road Baptist Church from which his funeral was largely
attended at 2 o’clock on Sunday, the Rev. J. A. James officiating. The
bearers were Nelson and Van Buren Reynolds, Lyman Smith, A. M. Andrews,
N. L. Spalding and D. S. Dewey. The burial was in the cemetery adjoining
the church. Of a family of seven all of whom were alive seven years ago,
Mr. Bunnell B. Rose is now The only survivor. |
| ROSE |
On Monday evening the barn of Enos Rose with all this season’s
hay, was burned. Mr. Rose was very badly burned. His recovery is considered
doubtful. The horses, wagons, and everything had been gotten out. Mr. Rose
went in after some chickens and was overcome by smoke and heat. He would
have been burned to death but for Mr. Tom Landon, who went in and carried
him out. Drs. Maine and Harkness were both in attendance at his bedside
through the night. |
| RUGGLES |
MRS. HANNAH LAY Death and Burial of a Former Resident of
Sullivan On March 3 news came that Mrs. Hannah Lay, who had long been a
sufferer, had fallen asleep. Though the family and friends had expected
the end was near, yet when death came, it was sad parting with one who
was so universally loved. Mrs. Lay had lived almost three score and ten
years, and though it may be called, “the good old age,” and by many is
so termed, yet she never, in manner, thus appeared, as she always retained
a jovial disposition. During her long sickness she displayed a patience
and fortitude that is seldom seen, and, I may say, never surpassed. And,
when friends offered sympathy and comforting words during times of intense
suffering, she said:” it is no worse for me to suffer than for others;”
also repeating from that familiar hymn: “Must I be carried to the skies,
On flowery beds of ease, While others fought to win the prize, And sailed
through bloody seas?” Thus she displayed a submission to her lot akin to
that uttered by her Master and Lord:” Thy will, not mine”. It was her custom
throughout her lifetime to do kind deeds for others. To do good to others
was her constant longing. Where sickness was, and she could lend a helping
hand, there she was wont to be. Here again she followed and imitated her
Savior, of whom it was said: “He went about doing good.” What a power such
a life is in any community! Not only a power for good, but when exchanging
worlds there remains an influence similar to that of a character of old,
of whom it was declared: “He being dead, yet speaketh.” The reason for
this is very evident, as our sister for more than fifty years was a consistent
follower of the Master. Truly, her life yet speaks to those in her own
home of having lived the life of a true wife, a kind and loving mother
and a helpful friend. It is not to be wondered at that such would be missed
when called hence. There remain to mourn the separation from this noble
one a husband, James Lay of Sylvania; two sons, George L. Lay of Sullivan,
Will G. Lay of Sylvania, and a brother and sister, Archie Ruggles of Sullivan
and Mrs. Daniel Compton of Troy. The funeral services were held in the
Church of Christ at Sylvania, conducted by the Rev. W. I. Burrell, of Covington,
assisted by the Rev. A. G. Cameron of Sylvania. |
| RUMSEY |
IT LOOKS LIKE A MURDER AT TIOGA - Body of Aged Warren Rumsey
Found Frozen in the Snow—Blow on the Head - Caused Death—Some suspicious
Circumstances—District Attorney Investigating. - The discovery of the dead
body of a former resident of Mainesburg, who was well known in Mansfield,
frozen in the snow near Tioga, caused much excitement in Tioga and vicinity
last week. It has the appearance of a murder case, and District Attorney
Hughes is making a rigid investigation. With respect to the affair, the
Tioga Argus says: “The community received a shock on Wednesday morning
when the report was circulated that Warren Rumsey, an aged resident of
Park Hill, or Dark Hollow, where he lived on the Coburn farm, had been
found frozen to death in the snow. Mr. Rumsey lived alone most of the time,
his son, Emerson Rumsey, making his home with the old gentleman, but being
absent, as is his custom, most of the time. It is said the son returned
on Tuesday, after an absence of a week, and finding the house in an uproar—the
stovepipe down, the table and chairs overturned and broken, etc., and his
father nowhere in sight, he went to the house of his brother, Clarence
Rumsey, a mile or two further over the hill, to learn what the trouble
had been. Here they knew no more about the cause of the appearance of the
premises or the whereabouts of their father than he did. The two sons,
accompanied by a boy named Guiles, returned, and, after searching over
the premises for some time, found their father in a field about 125 rods
southeast of the house, almost entirely covered by the drifting snow, and,
to all appearances, having been dead many hours. Beside him was his faithful
dog, which was nearly frozen to death. The alarm was given, and Coroner
Longwell, of Wellsboro, and District Attorney Hughes, of Blossburg, were
notified. The latter appeared next morning, went to the scene, viewed the
remains, and ordered the body brought to the undertaking rooms of Charles
Friends. Justice H. L. Baldwin was deputized as coroner and the following
jury was impaneled: Paul Kraiss,St., foreman; E. C. Fish, Walter T. Urell,
A. J. Kreiger, E. B. Smith and V. D. McAllister. They viewed the body at
the undertaking rooms, and the coroner and district attorney produced what
evidence was possible at the time. A verdict of death by a blow on the
head at the hands of some person or persons unknown to the jury, and exposure,
was rendered. White it is the opinion of the jury that the old man was
murdered, and probably for his money, there is no direct proof that such
was the case. A number of witnesses were sworn, and it was shown that he
was in the habit of having about his house and person more or less money,
and it is thought some has not It was also shown that two separate and
distinct foot tracks led from the house to the place where the body was
discovered in the field, and other evidences was adduced indicating that
one or more persons may have participated in the foul crime. In the minds
of some of the jury, one man may have carried the dead man that distance
and backed away again, as there were no tracks leading further on, and
those from the house were all with heels toward the house. There seemed
to be a pretty bad bruise on the side of the head, which was probably the
only evidence of violence on the person, but the condition of the house
would seem to indicate that there had been a hard struggle there. We have
not been informed of any clue to be followed, but the case will probably
be thoroughly sifted by the proper authorities. Mr. Rumsey was 78 years
old, and is survived by five sons and one daughter.” On Monday, Fred and
Wayne Smith, one of Rutland and the other of Sullivan Townships, were brought
before Esquire Bailey, of this boro, charged with disturbing a meeting
in the Free Methodist Church on Mill Creek, last Sunday evening. They were
required to give bail for their appearance at the next term of court of
Quarter Sessions, at Wellsboro. |
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| RUMSEY,D. |
Died, Feb. 11, 1894, Daniel Clark Rumsey, aged 24. The funeral
services were held in the M. E. Church on Tuesday, Elder U. A. White officiating.
The burial services were conducted by the P.O.S. of A. comp. Of which he
was a loved and respected member. Clark was an only child and leaves besides
his father and mother, a wife and infant daughter to miss him to the family
circle. Of the number of friends who will miss and mourn his early death,
the large congregation who gathered to pay the last tribute of respect
is the strongest testimonial. The floral offerings were very beautiful. |
| SEELYE-WILSON |
In Elmira, Nov. 22, 1899, by Rev. Eli Pitman, pastor of
Riverside Church, Mr. Allen Seelye and Miss Kate B. Wilson both of Mansfield,
Pa. |
| SEYMOUR |
MRS. ELLEN M. SEYMOUR Mrs. Ellen Maria Seymour passed peacefully
away on Thursday morning, March 29, 1906, at the home of her daughter,
after a lingering illness of many months. She was born in Ohio on July
1, 1833. She spent her early years in northern Ohio. She was married to
George W. Seymour in Wellsboro, Tioga County, Pa., on November 17, 1856,
and immediately settled on a farm near Mainesburg., where they lived until
his death on May 20, 1884. She was the mother of six children, all of whom
are living, viz: Mrs. Mary Bartlett, Mrs. Emma Blair, Mrs. Florence Rumsey,
and Ernest, Clayton and Clyde. She was a good mother and did what she could
to make her children honorable and useful members of society. Her deeds
of kindness endeared her to her neighbors. She had been a consistent member
of the Methodist church since her 18th year, and loved to work in Sunday
School and church so long as her strength allowed her to give her time
to them, and retained an abiding faith until the end, as was evidenced
by the patience with which she bore her suffering. (Note from JMT - Her
birth name was SEYMOUR also and she married a SEYMOUR) |
| SHELTON |
SULLIVAN Mrs. Stella Scouten died at the home of her sister,
Mrs. Charles Horton, No. 607 south Main Street, Elmira, N.Y. on January
14. The funeral was held from her late home in Sullivan, on January 16.
Burial was in the Mainesburg Cemetery. Her last words were:”Yea, though
I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I fear no evil, for Thy
rod and Thy staff shall comfort and sustain me.” There survive, her husband,
one son, Ray; two brothers, Roland Shelton of Elmira, Joseph Shelton of
Jackson Summit and four sisters, Mrs. Charles Horton of Elmira; Mrs. D.
W. Bryan of Gillett; Mrs. L. C. Gardner of Sullivan, and Mrs. Sallie Seelye
of Mansfield, and a large number of other relatives, and friends, who sincerely
mourn her departure. |
| SHERMAN |
SHERMAN—In Richmond, Jan. 14, 1897, to Mr. and Mrs. Wesley
Sherman, (nee Nettie Richmond), a boy. |
| SHERMAN |
The funeral of Mr. Charles Sherman, formerly for many years
a leading citizen of Rutland, was held on Monday afternoon from the Baptist
Church at Roseville. Deceased had lived for some time with his son, Benjamin,
near this boro, and it was there that his death occurred on Saturday last.
He leaves three sons, Benjamin, Charles and Hiram Sherman, and two daughters,
Mrs. Timothy Smith and Mrs. James Wood. He was 88 years old. |
| SLINGERLAND |
FATAL ACCIDENT AT SYLVANIA Mr. Asa Slingerland, his son
and his daughter, Mrs. Richard Card, Mrs. Joseph Card and her daughter,
Mrs. Damon Baker, all of Sylvania, were returning to their homes last Friday
evening at dust in a two seated democrat wagon from a berry picking excursion
when a terrible accident befel them. As the horses were cautiously picking
their way between rocks down bailey Hill the traces became unfastened and
allowed the wagon tongue to drop. At this the horses became unmanageable
and started to run. The had gone but a few rods when the wagon with its
precious burden went over an embankment, and all were thrown out. Mrs.
Joseph Card sustained a fracture of the skull from which she died Saturday
morning. Mr. Asa Slingerland had his shoulder badly shattered and was unconscious
when picked up and so remained until Sunday morning. Mrs. Baker was also
frightfully cut and bruised, but will recover as will also Mrs. Richard
Card. The younger Slingerland alone of the entire party escaped unhurt.
The wagon rolled fully ten rods down the hillside before it stopped. It
was badly wrecked. The accident created intense excitement throughout the
village and much sympathy was expressed for the unfortunate ones, especially
for Mrs. Card’s husband and family of children. Deceased was a daughter
of Mr. Clinton Strait, of Sylvania, and a sister of our townsman, Mr. M.
B. Strait, and was much esteemed by her friends and acquaintances. Mr.
Slingerland formerly resided in Sullivan Township and his old friends and
neighbors will be glad to know, notwithstanding his serious injuries, that
his physicians are hopeful of his complete recovery. |
| SMITH |
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| SMITH |
SMITH—In Richmond, Jan. 6, 1897, to Mr. and Mrs. O. A. Smith,
a son. |
| SMITH |
SMITH—Jan. 20th in Richmond, to Mr. and Mrs. Herman Smith,
a boy. |
| SMITH |
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| SMITH |
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| SMITH |
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| SMITH |
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| SMITH |
“Uncle John” Smith, as he was called, passed away Saturday
afternoon. He was 89 years old and respected. He leaves an aged widow,
a son and daughter. |
| SMITH |
SMITH FAMILY REUNION - A reunion of the descendants of Joshua
Smith at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Orson Williams, near Elk Run, last week,
was notable for the large attendance and the unqualifiedly good time which
all had. Besides the always-pleasurable renewal of kindred ties, there
was music, a history or record of the family by Miss Jesse Borden, of this
boro, a recitation or two by Mr. Bert Richmond, and a splendid address
by the Rev. Mr. Shugg. All left feeling that it is good to be related to
that branch of the numerous Smith clan. |
| SMITH |
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| SMITH |
FROST—At her home in Rutland, Jan 26 1894, Frances, wife
of John Frost and daughter of Sanford Smith, aged about 27 years. |
| SMITH |
The residence of Ira Smith, at Elk Run, burned on Tuesday,
the 20th inst. Most of the contents were burned. There was no insurance
and the loss falls heavily on Mr. Smith. It was reported he had $1,800
insurance, but it was a mistake. The friends of Mr. Smith are trying to
help him in putting up a new house, by donating money, lumber, shingles
or anything that will go towards building a house. |
| SMITH |
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| SMITH |
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| SMITH |
ORSON V. SMITH Orson V. Smith, chief clerk in the Department
of Mines at Harrisburg, died in the Harrisburg hospital, on Thursday, January
21, as a result of an operation for appendicitis. Mr. Smith had apparently
been in good health until Sunday, January 10, when the first symptoms of
his trouble appeared. The next day, after a consultation, an operation
was decided upon, and was performed on Monday night. It had been hoped
that he would recover, but after he had been in the hospital about a week,
pneumonia developed., and this was the immediate cause of his death. Mr.
Smith was born in Rutland Township, Tioga County, Pa., on May 29, 1859.
He was educated at the Soldiers’ Orphans’ School in Mansfield. For a number
of years he was superintendent of the Ross Cigar Company’s factory in Mansfield,
and later was appointed to a clerkship in the Bureau of Internal Affairs
in Harrisburg, and when the Department of Mines was created he was made
chief clerk. Orson smith was a man who derived pleasure from doing kind
deeds to those about him. He was a good citizen, was the soul of honor
in his dealings with his fellow men, and was loyal to his friends. His
loss will be keenly felt by all who knew him. He is survived by his mother,
Mrs. B. J. Mann of Tioga, two sisters, Mrs. Florence Mann and Mrs., Charles
M. Thompson of Mansfield, a brother Horace R. Smith of Elmira, NY., and
a half-brother Dann L. Wood of Washington, DC.The funeral, which was largely
attended, was held from the home of his sister, Mrs. Thompson, on Sunday,
January 24, at 2 p.m., and was carried out in accordance with his wishes,
after the rites and ceremonies of the Baptist church, of which he was a
member, the Baptist minister, Rev. R. M. Hunsicker officiating. He was
buried in Oakwood beside his wife. The ceremonies at the grave were according
to the Masonic rites. Numerous floral offerings were received from his
Tioga County friends and fellow employees in the Department of Mines, and
the friends in Mansfield, and a monogram from the Masonic Lodge. The funeral
was attended by Hon. Walter T. Merrick of Philadelphia; Dr. D. O. Merrick
of Blossburg; Hon. George W. Williams, Sheriff Hatfield and Dr. W. D. Vedder
of Wellsboro; Joseph J. Radziewicz, Edward Makowski of the Department of
Mines; John Czarnecki of the Executive Department; Joseph Revie, of the
State Library, and William Swartwood of the Auditor General’s Department,
Harrisburg; Dr. G. D. Crandall, Evan Bowen, J. D. Conners, J. F. Keefe,
Stephen Hollands and John Robena, Blossburg; H. A. Munroe, Samuel McBlaine,
William Watkins, George McEwan, Morris Run; Earley Wood, Rutland. |
| SMITH |
DR. A. T. SMITH PASSED AWAY IN WEST CHESTER Dr. Andrew Thomas
Smith, for several years principal of the Mansfield State Normal School,
died at his home in West Chester, Pa., February I, where he had held the
position of principal of the West Chester State Normal School for the past
eight years. He had been ill since last October and because of illness
had resigned his position. Following his resignation resolutions stating
Dr. Smith’s worth were adopted by the board of trustees, the faculty and
the student body, and were published in the college paper. Dr. Andrew Thomas
Smith spent his ?(unreadable) days in and about Norristown, Pa., attending
the public schools of that town, and later went to West Chester, where
he was graduated from the State Normal School in1881?(not sure of the date).
He was president of his class, which contained 21 members, and also had
prominent parts in the Commencement program. From there he went to Chester
Springs Soldier’s Orphan School, where he remained a year and a half, the
greater part of that time acting as principal. Being called to West Chester,
he taught fourteen years, and during nine years of that time was vice-principal.
He filled the Chair of History of Education and Psychology and Methods.
For half a year in 1898-9, he was acting-principal while Dr. George Morris
Phillips was in Europe. In the summer of 1899 he was called to the principalship
of the Mansfield State Normal School, where he remained fourteen years,
going thence to Clarion to fill a similar position, but remaining only
six months because he was summoned to Detroit to become principal of the
Educational Department of the Thomas Normal Training School, remaining
there until 1915, when he returned to West Chester. On leaving Clarion
he was asked to name his successor and did so, this indicating the confidence
placed in him by the board of trustees. All his life he has done much lecturing.
Until recently he had gone on a tour every summer, speaking to large institutes,
summer schools, and popular audiences. Some of these tours took him as
far west as the Pacific coast. He held the degrees of M. A. from Lafayette
College, and Ph. D. from the New York University. Dr. Smith married Miss
Elizabeth F. Ogden, of Cape May Court House, NJ. , who survives him. Nearly
a thousand students in solemn mien filed past the bier of their former
leader, who lay in state in the Phillips Memorial Library at the State
College. Assembling in the auditorium of the building the students walked
up the main aisle to the stairway which leads to the lobby adjoining the
private library on the second floor of the south wing of the building.
Upon entering the library the students proceeded in single file along the
right side of the room to the spot where the casket lay banked with ferns,
at the east end of the library. Before the casket lay a beautiful blanket
of roses, given by the faculty of the college in tribute to their former
principal. Dr. Smith was here over fourteen years, and was well like by
all. The students were fond of him, although they sometimes thought he
was strict. He had a free-hearted and genial nature, and unlike many teachers,
he had the confidence of most of his pupils while here in Mansfield. He
was a man of strict and intense integrity, and he lived a life that was
above reproach. Dr. Andrew Thomas Smith was truly a great man. |
| SMITH |
THE LATE ORRIN SMITH Tribute to His Character and Worth
as Man and Citizen - Orrin Smith was born in the town of Rutland, Pa. in
1830. He was twice married, the first time in October 1854, to Miss Frances
Ellen Hill, who died in June, 1892; the second time, Nov. 6th, 1897 to
Mrs. Lydia Chatman, a sister of his first wife. Brother Smith was converted,
and joined the Methodist Episcopal Church in Sullivan, soon after his first
marriage, and continued a faithful member of the same to the time of his
death. He had been in failing health for a long time, and for more than
a year had been unable to attend to the work of his farm or the services
of the church. This was a great cross to him. At last, giving up all hope
of ever being able to again take up the duties of farm life, he left his
farm in Sullivan and moved to Mansfield, where his death occurred on Nov.
6th, 1904. The funeral services were held in the Union Church, on the State
road, Nov. 9th, his pastor, the Rev. Daniel Stoker, of Mainesburg, officiating.
He was the oldest of a family of seven children—two sons and five daughters.
Four of his sisters, Mrs. Louisa Smith, Mrs. Nancy Soper, Mrs. Rosina Smith
and Mrs. Julia Jorolemon, are left to mourn his loss. The one brother,
Vaughn W., died nine years ago, and one sister, Henrietta, died when three
years and six months of age. He had no children of his own, but two nieces,
Mrs. Mary Case and Pearl Hill, who were with him at the time of his death,
were to him like daughters, and they mourn his loss as though he were a
father. He was a man honored and respected by all who knew him, a loyal
citizen, a kind friend and neighbor, and a devout Christian. Brother Smith
will be greatly missed in the church and in the community. The sympathy
of the many friends goes out to the widow in her loneliness, and also to
the other bereaved ones. |
| SMITH |
DEATH OF J. WESLEY SMITH The death of J. Wesley Smith occurred
at his home in Rutland, on Thursday last, after a lingering illness of
nine weeks. It will be remembered Mr. Smith was injured in a barn raising,
an account of which appeared in the Advertiser at the time. For a time
his symptoms were, in a degree, favorable to his recovery, but they proved
only flattering, as he gradually grew worse until his robust constitution
was worn out, and the vital spark of life left his body. Mr. Smith was
well known to almost everyone in this section, all whom had only the kindest
words to say of him. He was a hard working farmer, and through his industriousness
had accumulated an independent fortune. Always honorable in his business
transactions, he had won the confidence of his neighbors and friends, who
deeply mourn his loss as a friend and neighbor. He was just in the prime
of life, and his surroundings were such that he could comfortably enjoy
his home the remaining years of life, which makes his untimely death more
sad. Besides a wife, he leaves two young sons to the tender care of their
widowed mother. His age was 54 years. The funeral services were held at
his home on Sunday, where a large number paid their last tribute of respect
to the earthly career of the deceased. |
| SMITH |
Edith Smith, (SRGP 03022) daughter of Albert and
Louisa Mansfield Smith, was born at Elk Run, Sullivan Township, Tioga Co.,
Pa., July 12, 1861, and died at her home in Elk Run June 16, 1900. At the
age of four she went to live with her mother’s aunt near Syracuse where
she lived nine years, when she returned to her father’s to be with her
mother in her last days. After the death of her mother, which occurred
in 1874, she again went to her aunts for a few months but finally returned
to help an older sister in caring for the younger brothers and sisters.
Jan. 29, 1875, she married Clarence Smith, son of Northrop Smith, of Sullivan.
In 1830 under the preaching of Rev. E. E. Morris she gave her heart to
God and united with the M. E. Church at Elk Run, of which she has been
a faithful, consistent member until God said, “It is enough, come up higher”.
She leaves to mourn her loss a husband, seven children, a father, two brothers
and four sisters, besides other friends. The family have lost their best
earthly friend, the brothers and sisters a loving sister, and the church
one of its most devoted members. Those that knew her best loved her most.
The high place she held in the hearts of the people was shown by the large
number that gathered to pay a last tribute of respect and love to one of
their number whom God in His providence had seen fit to call home. The
funeral was held in the Elk Run M. E. Church, June 19, 1900, Rev. W. H.
Yard officiating. |
| SMITH |
SUDDEN DEATH AT TIOGA Mr. J. T. Smith, aged 50, of Jackson
Township, died very suddenly from heart disease at Tioga on Monday morning,
April 22d, on the premises of Dr. S. P. Hakes, whom he was about to consult
regarding his condition. In fact he had walked up the Doctor’s steps and
reached his porch when he was stricken and fell and died immediately. Mr.
Smith had arrived at Tioga a little while before his death, having come
to that borough to visit his two daughters, who are employed in the Park
Hotel. Not feeling well, he had decided to consult Dr. Hakes, when his
life was ended, as already told. |
| SMITH |
A SYLVANIA WEDDING A very pleasant company of relatives
and friends gathered at the home of Obadiah Smith, in Sylvania, on Thursday,
June 29th, 1899, to witness the marriage of “Uncle Obe” and Mrs. Kate Canady,
of Troy. The ceremony was very impressively performed by Rev. W. I. Burrell
pastor of the Disciple Church. After the pair were pronounced husband and
wife, Mr. Milan Hewitt came in and photographed the entire company. This
being done the company were invited to the dining room where a sumptuous
dinner had been prepared of which all partook with many good wishes for
the happiness of the newly wedded pair. Altogether it was one of the jolliest
weddings we ever attended and all seemed to vie with each other in making
the occasion one to be long remembered. A young lady present declared that
she could now truthfully say she had lived to see her grandfather married.
I may add that the groom is 83 and the bride 55 years of age. Quite a youthful
pair. |
| SMITH |
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| SMITH |
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| SMITH GREY |
At State Line , NY, December 30, 1899 by Rev. John VanKirk,
Mr. Walter O. Smith and Miss Lillian M. Grey, both of Sullivan Township,
Pa. |
| SMITH-BROWN |
SMITH-BROWN Married, at the residence of the bride’s parents,
near Mainesburg, by Rev. H. B. Troxel, Florence M. Smith to Harry Brown
of Minnesota.. At 12 o’clock the bridal party marched in to the strains
of the “Wedding March”, played by Mrs. Mort Rose. The bride was dressed
in white, carrying a bouquet of white roses. The groom wore the conventional
black. The attendants were Miss Jerolman of Troy and Mr. Brown from Canton.
The house was beautifully decorated. The presents were numerous and fine.
Of the refreshments, one need only say that Miss Betty Murray of Wellsboro,
acted as the caterer. The bride left for Canton the same afternoon. She
will visit relatives and friends for about a month and then go to Minnesota. |
| SMITH-HILL |
- Says the South Haven Sentinel: “Orrin Smith, of Sullivan,
Pa., came here to visit his brother-in-law, E. J. Hill, and family, and
meeting here presumably by agreement, their sister, Mrs. Lydia B. Hill,
of Hart, this state, Saturday evening, after a few words by the Rev. W.
J. Hathaway the visiting sister was known as Mrs. Smith, the ceremony being
performed under a beautiful arch of autumn leaves, at the Phoenix street
home of E. J. Hill. The happy couple returned to Troy the first of the
week. |
| SQUIRES |
Esther A. Squires (SRGP 05114) was born June 23,
1841, in Tioga County, Pa., and died March 23, 1906, in Antelope County,
Neb. She was married to Ephraim McConnell, May 27, 1860. To this union
were born thirteen children, five of DIED IN NEBRASKA - whom are dead and
eight living. The family moved to their present abode near Midway, Antelope
County, Neb., in 1879, being pioneers of the wilderness which at that time
was very sparsely settled. Life on the frontier was full of toil and hardships.
Deceased bore her share of them and lived to see the desert transformed
into fertile fields and peopled with thriving and well-to-do citizens.
Her husband died eight years ago. For the past year her health failed rapidly.
She was dearly loved by her family and friends and enjoyed the esteem of
all who made her acquaintance. Many years ago she was converted and followed
in the footsteps of her Savior ever since. The funeral took place Sunday
forenoon at the family residence, the services being conducted by her pastor,
Rev. Galloway. She was laid to rest by the side of her husband in the Crawford
Valley Cemetery, near her home where she also had three children buried.
All her children now living were present at the funeral. They are: O. D.,
W. E., S. S. and W. M. McConnell of Plainview, her sons; Mrs. Guy A. Stone
of Plainview; Mrs. A. O. Coleman of McCann, Neb.; Mrs. Glen R. Stone of
Twin Falls, Idaho. Her brother, Wilber A. Squires of Plainview, also attended.
She raised a fine family of intelligent children and reared them well under
circumstances that required patience. Perseverance and self-sacrifice.
Such a woman will surely meet her reward. |
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| SQUIRES |
FAMILY REUNIONS Squires Family - At the inviting home of
Mr. and Mrs. John Hemmer in Sullivan last Wednesday was held the annual
gathering of the Squires family. The weather was all that could have been
desired and the attendance most gratifying, approximating one hundred.
The tables were spread out of doors upon the lawn with seats and room for
all, both old and young. The good things of life were present in bountiful
abundance and so nicely served that the most fastidious ate with unwonted
relish. The feast over, short addresses were made by the Revs. Hull and
Yard, after which the following officers were re-elected; President, Isaac
Squires; Secretary, W. J. Squires; Treasurer, W. H. Smith. Those present
were Hon. Isaac Squires, E. R. Orvis and family, W. J. Squires and wife,
W. H. Smith and wife, George Squires and wife, B. L. Palmer, wife and son,
G. B. Squires and family, C. P. Squires and wife, W. A. Squires and family,
Mrs. Emma Lay and family, Mrs. Mary Squires, Lloyd Squires and wife, Elmer
Updyke and family, Reuben Squires, wife and one child, Andrew Squires and
wife, Seymour Squires and two daughters,Harrison Smith and wife, Mrs. Bert
Holcomb and children, Stephen Mudge and family, Frank Mudge and wife, Bradford
Edgerton and family, Merritt Edgerton and wife, Henry Covert and family,
W. O. Ashley and wife, Allen Seeley and wife, Mrs. Bert Smith and daughter,
Mrs. Odell Hart and children, Martin Mudge and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Arch
Robbins, Mr. and Mrs. Allen, Fred McConnell and wife, Aaron Austin, F.
A. Clark and wife, John Hunter and wife, A. W. Squires, Joshua Schimmerhorn
and wife, Jud Dann and wife. |
| SQUIRES |
THE SQUIRES REUNION 1904 The twelfth annual reunion of the
Squires family was held at the residence of G. Burt Squires in Grays Valley,
Wednesday last, Aug 17th. It was an ideal day and 125 persons were present,
100 of whom were seated at the first long table spread beneath the spacious
tent-owned and reserved for these occasions. After partaking of the usual
bountiful dinner, beneath which, at least, the table fairly groaned, the
afternoon was pleasantly passed with music and visiting. At the business
meeting the following officers were elected: President, Isaac squires;
Secretary, Arthur Squires; Treasurer, Burt Palmer. It was decided to hold
the next meeting the third Wednesday in August, 1905, at the home of Henry
Covert in Armenia. |
| SQUIRES |
SQUIRES FAMILY REUNION At the home of Mr. Harrison Smith,
in Sullivan, last Wednesday, occurred the annual family gathering of the
descendants of Aaron and Eunice Squires, sturdy pioneers who came to this
county from Connecticut seventy-nine years ago and settled upon a farm
in the wilderness in Rutland near where Mr. Daniel Canfield now resides.
Of the four children born to them who reached mature years, Caroline (Mrs.
C. Mudge), Mariette (Mrs. Daniel Austin) and William, all have joined the
great majority. Judson alone is left to participate in these family reunions.
Sixty-five in all sat down to the well-ladened table and later joined in
a renewal of kindred affection. To perpetuate the holding of these family
gatherings officers were chosen as follows: President, George Squires,
Secretary W. J. Squire; Treasurer, William H. Smith. The home of Hon. Isaac
Squires was chosen as the next place of meeting and the last Wednesday
of August as the date. |
| SQUIRES |
THE LATE LLOYD SQUIRES Lloyd Squires died at the home of
his sister, Mrs. Harrison Smith, in Mainesburg, on Friday night, March
6. Mr. Smith was 73 years old. He was born in Sullivan, where he lived
until after his marriage to Philena Wheeler of Rutland, where they remained
the most of his days. He was a kind and loving husband and a firm Christian.
He was a member of the M. E. Church. He is survived by his widow and two
sisters, Mrs. T. O. Doud of Oswayo, and Mrs. Harrison Smith of Mainesburg.
The funeral was held from the M. E. Church on Monday afternoon at 2 o’clock,
the Rev. F. J. Allington, the pastor officiating. Burial in Gray Valley
Cemetery. |
| SQUIRES-BOWEN |
Mr. W. Arthur Squires, of Sullivan, Pa., and Miss L. Annah
Bowen of Warren Centre, Bradford County, Pa., were married in Nichols,
New York, June 8, 1898. Mr. and Mrs. Squires took the afternoon train for
New York City, where they are at present visiting friends of the bride
and seeing the many wonderful sights of the great city. They expect to
go to the seaside for a few days after which they are expected home where
they will be glad to meet their many friends. |
| STEPHENS |
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| STRANGE |
SHE FELL ASLEEP - Sudden Death Last Wednesday Evening of
Mrs. Ananias Richmond - Very unexpected and carrying a message of sadness
to many hearts was the death at her home in this boro at 7 o’clock last
Wednesday evening, August 24th of Hannah Strange, beloved wife of Mr. Ananias
Richmond. A few days of indisposition were followed on Wednesday morning
by extreme pain and nausea, a recurrence of an old stomach trouble, which
in turn gave way about noon to a comatose state from which she never rallied.
Calmly, peacefully she slept on until just after the evening shadows had
fallen her spirit took its flight. Mrs. Richmond was one of seven children
of Marcus and Hannah Strange, sturdy New Englanders who came to Grays Valley;
Sullivan Township, at an early day. She was born April 28, 1830. In her
13th year she united with the Baptist Church, but at her marriage with
Mr. Richmond in 1869 with wifely devotion she transferred her membership
to the Methodist society of which she and her husband have ever since been
revered and staunch supporters. True to every Christian obligation, a devoted
wife and mother, a kind neighbor, her death is sincerely mourned. Besides
a husband she leaves two daughters, Mrs. M. H. Shepard, and Nellie at home.
Two brothers and two sisters also survive her: Marcus Strange of Springfield,
Pa.; Joseph Strange of Grays Valley; Mrs. J. L. Rockwell of West Burlington,
Pa. and Mrs. R. H. Burley of Altus, Pa.The funeral was very largely attended
from the M. E. Church on Saturday afternoon, the Rev. E. J. Rosengrant
officiating, assisted by the Rev. Mr. Baldwin, of Germantown, Pa., and
the Rev. L. M. Gates of the First Baptist Church. The burial was in Hope
Cemetery. The bearers, all near neighbors, were Messrs W. W. Allen, G.
H. Shipman, Ira Wright, Freeman Gaylord, H. P. Gaige and Eli Jelliff. |
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| SUTTON |
DIED Tice—In Wells, Bradford County, Pa., June 23 1894,
Mrs. Amanda Tice, aged about 79 years. Mrs. Tice was born in Connecticut.
In her twentieth year she was united in marriage with Phillip Tice. To
them were born ten children all of whom are living but one son who died
at the age of nineteen. Some forty years ago Mr. and Mrs. Tice united with
the Methodist Episcopal Church. Though she had been unable to attend church
because of feeble health for several years she continued to the very last
to hold frequent communion with her master through prayer. She longed to
join the dear ones that had preceded her to the other shore. The surviving
members of her household are Solomon Tice of Michigan; Henry and Philip
Tice of Potter County, Pa.; Harvey Tice of Rutland, Pa.; Sarah Osgood of
Mansfield, Pa.; Kate Wilson of Austinville, Pa.; Lois Lucas of Mainesburg,
Pa.; Emma Brees of Canoe Camp, Pa.; and Lettie Hakes of Wells at whose
house she died. She herself selected the text for her funeral sermon, which
was Galatians, last chapter, ninth verse.”and let us not be weary in well
doing for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not”. Her remains were
laid to rest in the Rutland Cemetery beside those of her husband and son.
(Note from JMT - She is in Pumpkin Hill Cemetery) |
| SWEET-ROCKWELL |
WEDDING BELLS On the 12th of April, 1894, memorable for
its great snow and drifted roads, occurred one of the brightest and happiest
of weddings, that of Samuel B. Rockwell and Mertie A. Sweet, at the home
of the bride, in Austinville, Pa. The almost superhuman efforts of the
guests to arrive through the snow, giving all the sensations of heroes,
the outstretched arms of welcome at the door, the lovely flowers, the air
of hope and promise within, the manly bridegroom, the lovely bride, all
conspired to make the occasion, as a portion of eternal sunshine, in the
minds of all. The marriage ceremony was performed at 12:30 p.m. by Rev.
E. E. Bailey of Mansfield, Pa. The bridal couple were attended by Mr. and
Mrs. Fred Pomeroy of Troy. Congratulations followed, and then an invitation
to the bountiful wedding dinner and here merriment and joy o’er flowed.
After the repast the many and beautiful gifts of the occasion were viewed
and admired by the bridal couple and the guests. And soon thereafter the
bride and groom left for their wedding trip to Niagara Falls and elsewhere,
expecting to return in a few days to reside on the Rockwell farm in Sullivan
Township, four miles from Mansfield, where they will be pleased to meet
all their friends and acquaintances. |
| TANNER |
One of the old landmarks has been removed by the death of
Mr. George Tanner, of Rutland, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. N. E.
Brace, Friday afternoon, April 30, 1897. Mr. Tanner was born in the town
of Dix, Schuyler County, NY, Sept. 18, 1822. Bereft of his father in early
life, he became inured to toil and hardship which developed the brave spirit
which characterized his whole life. July 4, 1849, he married Miss Jane
Mansfield, daughter of Rev. Amos Mansfield, former preacher of the M. E.
Church. Three children , a daughter and two sons, were given them. The
wisdom of his choice of a life companion was never more plainly manifest
than when, after the loss of his two sons she sweetly , cheerfully raised
his bowed head and spoke of the promises of Him who “doeth all things well.”
He was converted when quite young and in his home life, in his business
relations and in positions of public trust he has ever maintained that
integrity of character and constancy of purpose that mark a Christian gentleman.
On the day the final summons came he had been about the farm as well as
usual when suddenly stricken by apoplexy, love and care were alike unable
to save him. His wife and daughter, three grandchildren, one great grandchild,
one sister, Mrs. Mary Hill, of West Vernon, NY, two brothers, W. A. Tanner
of Harrison Valley and J. C. Tanner of Granville, NY and one half sister,
Mrs. J. H. Carrington, of Sebastopol, Cal., remain to mourn their loss
and share the blessings of his memory. For more than twenty years he had
been a member of the Austinville Lodge, I. O. O. F., who were present in
a body and assisted in the burial service. Rev. Paul Smith preached an
excellent sermon from Revelations 14:13, to a large assembly, and then
he was laid away by the side of his two sons, to await the resurrection
morning. |
| TEARS |
MRS GEORGE SMITH Mrs. Mary A. Smith, wife of George Smith,
was born Jun 15, 1832 and died Jan. 17, 1908, at her home in Gray Valley,
Sullivan Township. Shoe was one of three children of Zopher A. and Lorinda
Tears, who were among the early residents of Tioga county. A sister, a
former wife of Ananias Richmond, of Mansfield, died about seven years ago,
and a brother, Nelson A. Tears, resides on the home farm about one mile
from Elk Run. In 1853 she was united in marriage to George Smith and they,
after residing for a number of years on farms purchased at different times,
bought the property in Gray Valley, which has been their home for the past
thirty-six years. Mr. and Mrs. Smith have been blessed with four children—all
daughters—Josephine, wife of C. H. Dewitt of Sullivan; Martha J. wife of
J. H. Dewitt of Mainesburg; Lydia L. wife of Frank Case, of Troy and Ida
M., wife of G. B. Squires of Gray Valley. These, with the husband, ten
grandchildren, and other relatives mourn the calling from their presence
of (the rest of sentence unreadable) For the past two years Mr. and Mrs.
Smith have both been gradually failing in health, and for several weeks
husband and children have realized that parting soon must come. Their solace
in the great bereavement that has come, may be the thought that all that
loving hearts could prompt or willing service render was done for the comfort
of her who had done so much for them. The excellence of character that
endeared her in the home circle were equally in evidence in community.
Her home was one where cordial hospitality and unostentatious kindness
of word and deed made all feel welcome, and as a neighbor, and friend to
those in need, it was to her a pleasure to cheer with sympathy and help
in act. The funeral services were held on Monday afternoon, January 20th,
at the home with burial in Mainesburg Cemetery. The Rev. F. J. Allington,
pastor of the Mainesburg M. E. Church, officiated. Hymns were sung by G.
E. Robbins and Mrs. Maude Slingerland. Many friends and relatives were
present and join in sympathy with those so deeply bereaved. It is recognized
that again "“one who hath done what she could"”in home below has gone to
dwell in that home above “not made with hands eternal in the heavens.”
The pall-bearers were Oscar Tears, Bert Tears, Herman Tears, nephews, and
George Dewitt and George Case grandsons of Mrs. Smith. |
| TEARS |
ISAAC NELSON TEARS At 7 o’clock p.m. on Wednesday, October
11, 1911, in Sullivan Township, occurred the death of Isaac Nelson Tears,
one of Sullivan’s most highly respected citizens. He was in his 74th year.
Death was due to Bright’s Disease. The funeral was held from the home on
Saturday afternoon at 1 o’clock, the Rev. Seymour Barrett officiating.
Burial was in the Mainesburg cemetery by the side of his wife, who passed
away two years ago in April last. Mr. Tears was the only son of Zopher
A. and Lorinda Tears, who came to Sullivan Township in an early day and
settled on the farm where he was born and lived until his death. He was
honest in his dealings, kind hearted, a faithful father and husband, a
good citizen, a man of good counsel, always ready to lend a helping hand
in time of need. He had served in many township offices, discharging the
duties of the same with credit to himself. He was married to Miss Olive
Updyke, on August 19, 1867. She was a true helpmeet. His last illness was
severe, yet it was all borne with Christian fortitude, his greatest anxiety
being for the welfare of his loved ones. He talked calmly of the future,
arranged all his earthly affairs, and attended to the details of his funeral,
selecting the text for the funeral, and the casket bearers. He is survived
by two daughters and three sons—Florence A., wife of E. M. Shaw of Sullivan;
Addie, wife of Ray Card of Columbia X Roads; Burt and Herman C. of Rutland,
and Oscar W. Tears at home; also a number of grandchildren and other relatives.
He was well acquainted with the Scriptures, and had stored away in memory
many precious passages. In his last days these were a great comfort to
him, and how anxious he was that all should read and study the Bible. |
| TOMLINSON |
WELCOME THANKSGIVING GUEST Mr. and Mrs. Charles S. Tomlinson
(nee Miss Anna Wood), formerly of this place, now residing at 554 South
Main Street, Elmira, are rejoicing over the birth of a son. The little
stranger arrived the 30th inst., in time for Thanksgiving dinner. |
| TOMLINSON-HOWLAND |
Miss Lepha Tomlinson of this boro, and Mr. William Howland
of Monroeton were married last Friday at Daggetts. Mr. Howland has been
an employee of the Mansfield Novelty Company. They will reside at Monroeton. |
| TOMLINSON-WOOD |
Mr. Charles J. Tomlinson and Miss Anna Wood, of this boro,
were married March 21st at Pine City by the Rev. F. Sherer. |
| UPDYKE |
Truman Updyke died at him home in Rutland last Saturday
of cancer of the stomach, aged about 70 years. He was one of Rutland’s
oldest inhabitants and a man that will be missed in the community. The
funeral was held Monday. |
| UPDYKE |
Mr. Wallace Updyke, aged 65, died a few days ago at his
home in Mansfield of paralysis. His wife and one daughter, Mrs. E. E. Wood,
of Rutland survive him. The deceased was for many years a resident of Rutland
and was one of the most prominent and most highly esteemed citizens of
the eastern part of Tioga County. Following a prayer service at the home
last week Tuesday morning the remains were taken to Roseville, where the
funeral was held from the Baptist Church, Rev. A. H. Simpson, pastor of
the Mansfield Baptist Church, officiating. A delegation of Odd Fellows
from Mansfield lodge, of which order Mr. Updyke was a member, accompanied
the remains to Roseville, the Odd Fellows’ having charge of the burial
service. |
| UPDYKE |
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| UPDYKE |
UPDYKE—In Sullivan to Mr. and Mrs. Foster Updyke a son. |
| UPDYKE-BENSON |
At Pine City, NY, Sept. 24th, 1899 by Rev. C. A. Stone Mr.
A. Updyke or Elk Run and Miss Clara Benson of Austinville, Pa. |
| WEBSTER |
Miss Ellen Webster died of scarlet fever at the home of
her parents east of this boro, at 6:30 o’clock last Thursday evening. Miss
Webster was a daughter of Solomon Webster, and a young lady of much promise.
She first complained of feeling badly on Sunday morning. Deceased was in
her eighteenth year. |
| WEBSTER |
WEBSTER—In Richmond, Pa., Feb. 9, 1894 to Mr. and Mrs. Oscar
Webster, a daughter. |
| WEBSTER |
William H. Webster, a native and lifelong resident of Sullivan,
one of those good men whose going is always regretted, died last Sunday
at his home on the State road, aged 64 years and 4 days. Mr. Webster had
been in failing health for some time. His death was immediately due to
heart trouble. He had long been an active member of the State Road Baptist
Church. Besides his wife, two sons, Ernest and Mark, and one daughter,
Mrs. J. A. James, of Radner, Ohio , all of whom were permitted to be at
his bedside. Mr. Webster leaves a sister, Mrs. Noah Bradway, and two half
brothers and a half sister, Messrs. Orso and Bert Webster, and Miss Rhoda
Webster, all of Sullivan. The funeral was held yesterday from the State
Road Baptist Church. |
| WELCH |
ANOTHER LAND MARK TAKEN - Mr. James Welch, a native of Sullivan,
and one of that townships oldest residents, died at 3 o’clock last Sunday
morning, Nov. 10th, aged 81 years and 8 months. Mr. Welch enjoyed exceptionally
robust health up to about six months ago, when began the general giving
away of his body functions which ended in his peaceful death as above stated.
Though a life-long resident of this county and possessed of ample means,
Mr. Welch had never ridden on the cars. In early life he followed for a
time the calling of a teamster, and as such hauled away many loads of merchandise
from Havana at the head of Seneca Lake to the merchants of Troy, Mainesburg
and Covington. Elmira at that time was the merest hamlet. January 6, 1849,
he married Rosilla Rich, of Troy, who died in 1874, leaving five daughters
and one son. They are Mrs. I. S. Fanning, of Wetona, Mrs. Lyman Smith and
Mrs. Samuel Jackson, of Sullivan, and Edwin, Nancy and Belle Welch, at
home. Mr. Welch’s remains were buried on Monday from the family residence.
On account of the critical illness of his daughter Miss Belle Welch, the
obsequies were private. |
| WELCH |
Mrs. U. S. Snover died this morning at 7 o’clock at the
home of her brother, Mr. Edward Welch, in Sullivan, aged 56 years. Mrs.
Snover had been failing for several months. Her numerous friends here and
elsewhere will learn with sincere sorrow of her demise and of her esteemed
husband’s crushing bereavement. The funeral will be held on Friday afternoon
at 2 o’clock from the State Road Baptist Church, the Rev. Leon Reynolds,
of Covington, officiating. |
| WELCH |
The remains of Mrs. O. B. Thayer were brought here from
Elmira last Saturday. She died about 10 o’clock Friday night. The funeral
occurred at 2 o’clock Sunday, at the State Road Baptist church, Eld. H.
E. Hyde officiating. Her mother and sister had been with her for six weeks. |
| WELCH |
ELEANOR WELCH THAYER The subject of this sketch was born
on the old Welch homestead in Sullivan Township, Tioga County, Pa., Feb.
14, 1857 and died at Elmira, NY, May 5, 1899. She was the youngest daughter
of Amos and Mary Welch. With the exception of two years, her life was spent
in the vicinity of her birth. In the fall of 1879 she was married to Orson
B., Thayer, of South New Berlin, NY. The deceased was an affectionate daughter,
a faithful and loving wife and a kind neighbor. There remains to mourn
her loss besides her parents and husband, a sister, Mary A., and two brothers,
William L., of Mainesburg, and George W., of Oscola, Mich. The funeral
services were largely attended at the State Road Baptist Church, Rev. H.
E. Hyde officiating. |
| WELCH |
The Welch reunion was held last Saturday at the pleasant
home of Mr. and Mrs. Cornelius Smith of Elk Run. About one hundred relatives
were present all enjoying a good dinner and a grand time. Mr. Bates of
Mansfield attended the Welch reunion at Elk Run he was kept busy with his
camera taking pictures of the different groups of friends. Mr. and Mrs.
Elmer Strait of Sullivan was guest at the Welch reunion at Elk Run. Elmer
Updike of Elk Run has one of the finest teams of farm and road horses in
the vicinity of Mansfield. |
| WELCH |
Addie Welch died at the homestead near Mainesburg, on the
30th of March, 1894, aged 22 years, 7 months and 10 days. She was taken
sick while visiting her brother at Elk Run. About seven weeks ago she was
able to be taken home. Although she had been delicate for several years
her last and most severe sickness was only of about three months’ continuance.
She was calm and resigned, patiently bearing the cross. Her funeral took
place on Sunday April 1st, from the State Road Baptist Church, in the presence
of a congregation of sympathizing friends and relatives. |
| WILCOX |
WILCOX—In Mansfield, August 24, 1897, to Mr. and Mrs. Bert
Wilcox, a son. |
| WILLIAMS |
WILLIAMS—At Elk Run, Pa., to Mr. and Mrs. Orson Williams,
a daughter. |
| WILSON |
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| WOOD |
Mrs. Herman Smith, daughter of Andrew Wood, died at her
home near the Walter’s place in Richmond Township. |
| WOOD |
WOOD—At Elk Run, Pa., Nov. 1, 1899, to Mr. and Mrs. Ernest
Wood, a son |
| WOOD |
MRS. LYDIA RARICK Mrs. Lydia Rarick, wife of Lorenzo Rarick,
died on Monday afternoon last at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Adaline
Niles, in Lambs Creek. She was born in Sullivan township in 1827. There
survive six children—Adam Rarick of Corning, James Rarick of Lambs Creek,
William Rarick of Mansfield, Sturgis Rarick of Painter Run, Mrs. Sarah
Rice and Mrs. Adaline Niles of Lambs Creek. The funeral will be held this
(Wednesday) afternoon from the home at 1:30 o’clock and from the M. E.
Church at 2. The Rev. F. H. Lockwood will officiate. Burial will be in
Oakwood Cemetery, Mansfield. Mrs. Rarick was a kindly charitable woman
of the old school, devoted to family and friends, and was esteemed highly. |
| WOOD |
WOOD FAMILY REUNION The Wood family reunion hold last week
in the grove of Mrs. C. E. Hall, was very much enjoyed by those present.
Members were present of all branches of the family except Mr. W. H. Wood
and Mrs. Sarah Faulkner. Remembrances were read in the way of letters and
poetry from Mrs. Phoebe Hall, her daughter and grandson, from Kansas and
Mrs. Alice Smith, of Elmira. Mrs. Wood’s first great-great grandchild was
born on her 87th birthday. |
| WOOD |
PAINTER RUN PARAGRAPHS Sunday evening just before dark Mr.
Lawrence Wood while on his way to church was run over by some young men
who were running horses. The wheels passed over his neck and back and he
was unconscious when picked up. Dr. John Nye was hastily summoned. It is
thought at this writing that the sufferer will recover, though it is too
soon to intelligently make such a prediction. |
| WOOD-STROUSE |
Mr. Harry L. Strouse and Miss Lelia Wood were married Dec.
21st at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. S. L. Wood at Elk
Run. The knot was tied by the Rev. H. E. Hyde. |
Gerald
Miller 1912-1994
