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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 |
“Uncle John” Smith, as he was called, died 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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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. |
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| SMITH |
DR. A. T. SMITH died 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 |
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. |
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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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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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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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 died 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. |
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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. |
