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1887- Wellsboro Agitator - Obituaries
Mrs. Martha A. Crosby
At Denver, Col., July 13, 1887, Mrs. Martha A., wife of Mr. Moses S. Crosby,
formerly of Nova Scotia, and eldest daughter of the late Rufus Churchill, of
Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, aged 69 years and 7 months. Mrs. Crosby formerly
resided at Round Top in this county, and she is the mother of Mrs. F. W. Jones,
of this borough. She died in the full hope of a glorious immortality.
“Where immortal spirits reign, there we shall meet again.” (Tuesday,
August 23, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mrs. Marian Hammond Shirley
At Westfield, Pa., August 7, 1887, after an illness of nine days, Mrs.
Marian Hammond Shirley, aged 64 years, 11 months and 4 days. (Tuesday,
August 23, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Child Welch
At Blossburg, Pa., August 9, 1887, the five-months-old child of Mr. and Mrs.
Charles Welch. (Tuesday, August 23, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator,
Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
John Palgrave Simpson
John Palgrave Simpson, author and playwright, is dead. (Tuesday,
August 30, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
A. J. Vanderpoel
A. J. Vanderpoel, the well-known New York attorney, dropped dead last week
Monday. (Tuesday, August 30, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro,
Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mr. J. C. Benedict
East Charleston, August 27, 1887.--Mr. J. C. Benedict died Tuesday morning.
He was born in Otsego county, NY, in 1823. He came to Columbia, Bradford
county, in 1842, and resided there until 1866, when he moved to this place.
(Tuesday, August 30, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mr. E. R. Packard
Mr. E. R. Packard, of Penndale, Lycoming county, fell from a window in the
Troy House, at Troy, Bradford county, early Friday morning, the 19th instant,
and was instantly killed. He was attending the soldiers’ encampment and
owing to the crowded condition of the hotel he was given a third-story room with
Isaac Page, of Nelson, Pa. Packard’s dead body was found on the ground
under the window about half-past four the next morning. His clothes were
upon the chair where he had left them the night before. Mr. Page did not
hear him get out of bed. Mr. Packard was about 50 years of age and he
leaves a wife and several children. (Tuesday, August 30, 1887, The
Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mrs. William Keagle
At Williamsport, Pa., August 12, 1887, Mrs. William Keagle, formerly of
Liberty, Pa. (Tuesday, August 30, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro,
Tioga Co, Pa.)
Miss Laura Metcalf
At Potter Brook, Pa., August 13, 1887, Laura, daughter of Mr. and Mrs.
Stephen L. Metcalf, aged 1 year, 7 months and 24 days. (Tuesday, August
30, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mrs. Caroline Scott
At Sabinsville, Pa., August 16, 1887, Mrs. Caroline Scott, wife of Rufus
Scott, of Sabinsville, Pa., aged 82 years. (Tuesday, August 30, 1887, The
Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mrs. Ethan Strait
At Marshfield, Pa., August 22, 1887, Mrs. Ethan Strait, in her 67th year.
Mrs. Strait was born at Smithville, Chenango county, NY, November 27th, 1820.
Since the year 1851 she has resided at Marshfield, in Gaines township. She
came here when the Elk run valley was a “howling wilderness.” She has been
a good neighbor, and intelligent woman, and a member of the M. E. Church for
about 50 years. Her only son Mr. J. D. Strait is left to mourn his loss.
Mr. E. Strait, her husband, died about 11 years ago. She was much beloved
by all who knew her. (Tuesday, August 30, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator,
Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Frankie R. Wetherbee
In Delmar, Pa., August 2, 1887, of scarlet fever, Frankie R., infant son of
Jarvis and Phebe Wetherbee, aged 11 months and 10 days. (Tuesday, August
30, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mrs. R. G. Treat
Chatham, September 1, 1887.--Mrs. R. G. Treat was buried from her home in
East Chatham on the 27th ultimo. The services were conducted by Rev. Mr.
Hays, of the Christian Church at Knoxville, assisted by Rev. S. Butler.
The cause of her death was found upon an autopsy, to be stone in the gall.
Mrs. Treat was one of those who always looked on the bright side. She was
just past the meridian of life, with bright prospects for the future, when death
overtook her and she was called home. The members of the Alfred Toles
Post, G. A. R., of which her husband is a member, showed their respect by
attending the funeral in a body. (Tuesday, September 6, 1887, The
Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mrs. Nancy Farwell
The death is announced at Sterling, IL, of Mrs. Nancy Farwell, mother of
John V. and Senator C. B. Farwell. (Tuesday, September 6, 1887, The
Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Female Wolfe
Rev. J. M. Wofe, Jr., and his estimable wife, of Charleston, mourn the loss
of their infant daughter, who was four months old. The child died of
cholera infantum at Williamsport, where the parents were visiting last Friday,
and the funeral was held at Dartt Settlement on Sunday. (Tuesday,
September 7, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mrs. Hiel Peake
Last Thursday Mrs. Hiel Peake, of Round Top, died very suddenly of
heart-disease, at the age of 59 years. Upon arising in the morning Mr.
Peake noticed that she breathed heavily. He could not arouse her, and went
out to call assistance. When he returned, Mrs. Peake was dead. The
funeral was held at Stony Fork Baptist church on Friday, Rev. J. A. Boyce
conducting the service. Mrs. Peake was an exemplary Christian woman, and
her circle of friends was very large. (Tuesday, September 13, 1888, The
Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mrs. John P. Evans
At Morris Run, Pa., August 30, 1887, Mrs. John P. Evans, aged 40 years.
(Tuesday, September 6, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mrs. Mary Jane Treat
In Chatham, Pa., August 25(or 23), 1887, Mary Jane, wife of Rufus G. Treat,
aged 50 years, 10 months and 10 days. (Tuesday, September 6, 1887, The
Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
William Logan Harris
Bishop William Logan Harris, the New York resident Bishop of the Methodist
Episcopal Church, died a few days ago, at his home in New York city. He
was one of the pillars of the Methodist Church. He was born in Mansfield,
Ohio, November 4, 1817. (Tuesday, September 13, 1887, The Wellsboro
Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mrs. Achsah Craft
Mrs. Achsah Craft, who died a few days ago in New Jersey, at the age of 100
years, is said by the Trenton True: American to have voted for Thomas Jefferson
for President of the United States soon after she was 18 years of age, as was
then the custom. She rode to the election at Ringoes in company with
another young lady and two young gentlemen from her home, then near Harbourton,
in old Amwell township. (Tuesday, September 13, 1887, The Wellsboro
Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mr. Stephen Wood
Round Top, September 10, 1887.--Mr. Stephen Wood died at his home on Maple
Hill last Wednesday, of cholera-morbus. He was taken sick with the disease
on Tuesday and only survived the attack about a day. He had many
acquaintances and was well esteemed by them all. He lived to be little
past middle age, and while living had made good provision for his wife and
children, who survive him. In their sad and sudden bereavement the members
of his family have the full sympathy of the community. (Tuesday, September
13, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mrs. Eliza Howard Powers
Mrs. Eliza Howard Powers died at her residence in Washington a few days ago.
She was well known as having devoted all her personal services to the welfare of
the Union soldiers during the war. She was president of the Florence
Nightingale Association and associate manager of the United States Sanitary
Commission of New Jersey during that trying time and labored earnestly to
promote the comfort of the soldiers. In her latter years she became poor,
and Congress unanimously passed a bill reimbursing her for the money she spent
during the war--some $2,500. She was 85 years old. (Tuesday,
September 13, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
James S. Weeks
James S. Weeks, Superintendent of a Quincy, Ky., Sunday-school, dismissed
his school last Sunday, and was just emerging from the church, when he was shot
by his neighbor, John Harris. He was instantly killed. The shooting
was the result of an old feud. (Tuesday, September 13, 1887, The Wellsboro
Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Amos Cornell
A terrible storm passed over Worcester, Otsego county, NY, last Wednesday,
Amos Cornell was lifted off his feet by the wind, thrown against a barrel 25
feet distant and killed. Two other men were seriously injured. Four
houses and barns and crops were destroyed. (Tuesday, September 13, 1887,
The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mrs. A. T. Losey
Mrs. A. T. Losey died at Gaines a few days ago, leaving a husband and seven
young children. (Tuesday, September 13, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator,
Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Male Coolidge
Mr. and Mrs. Edward Coolidge, of Delmar, mourn the death of their eight
month old son, who died of cerebro spinal meningitis last Sunday. They
have the sympathy of many friends in their bereavement. (Tuesday,
September 13, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mr. William Winters
Mr. William Winters, brother of the late Prof. A. C. Winters, was killed in
a runaway accident in Schuyler county, NY, last Friday. (Tuesday,
September 13, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mr. Stephen H. Wood
Last Wednesday Mr. Stephen H. Wood, a prominent and well-to-do farmer
residing on Maple Hill, in Bloss township, died very suddenly of cholera morbus.
He was taken sick on Tuesday, but his condition was not considered serious until
within an hour or two of his death, when a physician was called in to find him
in a dying condition. Mr. Wood was 64 years of age, and he was a most
excellent citizen. He had long been a consistent member of the Methodist
Church. The funeral was appointed for Friday, but it was found necessary
to make the interment on Thursday. (Tuesday, September 13, 1887, The
Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Miss Jennie Briggs
At Hammond, Pa., August 16, 1887, of malignant diphtheria, Jennie, second
daughter of Andrew and Nettie Briggs, aged 10 years and 6 months.
(Tuesday, September 13, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mr. Andrew Kniffen
In Armenia, Pa., August 29, 1887, of general debility, Mr. Andrew Kniffen,
aged 90 years. (Tuesday, September 13, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator,
Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Miss Sarah Lawrence
At Cowanesque, Pa., August 25, 1887, of cholera infantum, Sarah, infant
child of Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Lawrence, aged 5 months and 19 days. (Tuesday,
September 13, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mrs. Anna Losey
At Pike Mills, Pa., August 28, 1887, of consumption, Anna, wife of Alanson
T. Losey, aged 39 years. (Tuesday, September 13, 1887, The Wellsboro
Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Washington Bartlett
Governor Washington Bartlett, of California, died at San Francisco last week
Monday, aged 63 years. (Tuesday, September 20, 1887, The Wellsboro
Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Luke P. Blackburn
Ex Governor Luke P. Blackburn, who had been lying at the point of death at
Frankfort, Ky., for weeks past, died last Wednesday. He was 70 years old.
(Tuesday, September 20, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Guy H. McMaster
Hon. Guy H. McMaster died at Bath, NY, last Tuesday, of pneumonia after a
few days’ illness. He was born in 1829, and had lived a life of prominence
as a lawyer and a jurist, at this demise holding the office of Surrogate of the
county of Steuben. (Tuesday, September 20, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator,
Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
William A. Washington
William A. Washington, the nearest living relative of General Washington,
and the last male representative of the name, died last week Sunday morning at
his home in Owensboro, Ky. He was 87 years of age, and was, in many
respects, a most interesting character. He was born in Virginia, April 5,
1890, and moved to Kentucky when about six years old, settling near
Gordonsville, Logan county. He was the son of Fairfax Washington, and was
the oldest of 10 children. (Tuesday, September 20, 1887, The Wellsboro
Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mr. S. L. Horton
Mr. S. L. Horton, one of the pioneers of Rutland township and an esteemed
citizen, died on the 8th instant at the age of 85 years. (Tuesday,
September 20, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mr. John Wilberson
Mr. John Wilberson was instantly killed a few days ago while hauling bark on
Pine creek. He was walking beside the wagon, when the load of bark tipped
over upon him. (Tuesday, September 20, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator,
Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mr. N. E. Hastings
Mr. N. E. Hastings died at his son’s residence at Chatham Valley on Saturday
last at 3 o’clock in the morning. The funeral service was held on Sunday
at 2 o’clock p. m., and it was conducted by Rev. O. G. Hills assisted by Rev.
Messrs. S. L. Bovier and S. Butler. Mr. Hastings died at the venerable age
of 84. (Tuesday, September 20, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro,
Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mrs. Elizabeth Ladd
Mrs. Elizabeth Ladd, who a number of years ago lived some time with her
sister, Mrs. Cameron, in this place, and who was well known to many of our
citizens as “Aunt Betsey,” died at her home near Westfield last Tuesday and was
buried yesterday. She was one of 10 brothers and sisters, eight of whom
are still living, the youngest being 67 years old and a great-grandmother.
“Aunt Betsey” was 87 years of age. (Tuesday, September 20, 1887, The
Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
James McGowan
A young man named James McGowan went into Coburn’s hardware store at Towanda
last Thursday afternoon, bought a revolver, loaded it, then stepped back from
the counter, coolly placed the muzzle to his right temple and fired. He
died instantly, in the presence of a number of spectators. He was sober at
the time, and the cause is supposed to be a disappointment in love.
(Tuesday, September 27, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mr. John O’Kane
Mr. John O’Kane, of Antrim, died of consumption last Friday at the age of 42
years. The funeral was held at St. Peter’s church in this borough
yesterday, and it was largely attended. (Tuesday, September 27, 1887, The
Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Child Erway
Last Saturday a young child of Mr. R. P. Erway, of Deerfield, died of the
whooping cough. (Tuesday, September 27, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator,
Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mrs. Allen Butler
Mrs. Allen Butler, an old resident of Deerfield, died last Sunday. She
was esteemed by all who knew her. (Tuesday, September 27, 1887, The
Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mr. Andrew Crowl
Last Sunday morning shortly before 1 o’clock Mr. Andrew Crowl, a well-known
grocery man of Blossburg, died of heart disease after a short illness, at the
age of 63 years. Mr. Crowl was taken suddenly ill at his store on Friday
noon while his clerk was at dinner. Although greatly prostrated he
retained his faculties, and seeming to realize the approach of death, he calmly
arranged all his business matters and gave explicit directions regarding the
management of his affairs. Andrew Crowl was born August 12th, 1824, near
Addison, NY. About 40 years ago he came to this borough and established a
wagon-shop which he conducted for some years. In 1862 he was elected
Justice of the Peace in this borough, serving one term. He afterward
followed farming in Delmar for some years. He then moved back to this
place, and was Burgess for a term or two. About eight years ago he moved
to Blossburg and engaged in the grocery business. He was a quiet,
unassuming gentleman, and he was regarded at a man of excellent business
qualifications. Mr. Crowl leaves a widow and three children--one by his
first wife. The funeral is to be held at Blossburg tomorrow morning at
nine o’clock, and the interment will be made in the cemetery in this borough.
(Tuesday, September 27, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mrs. Lydia Bloss
In Covington, Pa., September 15, 1887, Mrs. Lydia Bloss, aged 80 years.
(Tuesday, September 27, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Miss Grace I. Pride
At Hornellsville, NY, September 16, 1887, of blood poisoning, Grace I., only
child of Dr. and Mrs. J. D. Pride, of Knoxville, Pa., aged 14 years.
(Tuesday, September 27, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Casimaro del Monte
Casimaro del Monte, a popular Cuban writer, is dead. (Tuesday, October
4, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Maximilian Adolphe Langenbeck
Maximilian Adolphe Langenbeck, physician in chief of the Prussian army and
the author of several well-known medical works, is dead. (Tuesday, October
4, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
George N. Wood
Last week George N. Wood, editor and owner of the Daily and Weekly Times,
died of typhoid fever, at Olean, NY. He was aged 30 years and had had
charge of the paper the past five years. (Tuesday, October 4, 1887, The
Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Elmer Gaffern
On the 22d ultimo Elmer Gaffern, a man about 24 years old, who resided in
Franklin township, Bradford county, went into a hardware store in Towanda and
selected a revolver. He asked the proprietor to load the weapon.
When this was done the young man took a few steps towards the door, placed the
pistol to his head and fired. The ball entered behind his right ear, and
he died a few hours after. He had threatened to kill himself, and was
intoxicated at the time. It is also stated that there has been insanity in
his family. He had recently married. (Tuesday, October 4, 1887, The
Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Henry Palferman
The Canton Sentinel says: “Henry Palferman, aged 80 years, an old
resident of Beech Flats, died Sunday night, of cholera morbus. He was born
in England, but came to this country a good many years ago. He was a man
of remarkable intelligence, and at one time was a minister of the gospel.”
Mr. Palferman formerly resided in Charleston. (Tuesday, October 4, 1887,
The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mrs. A. C. Lumbard
Mrs. A. C. Lumbard died at her home in Elmira last Saturday at the age of 59
years. She resided in this borough some years ago. (Tuesday, October
4, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mr. James Louden
Mr. James Louden, a well-known resident of Delmar, died at Ransom City,
Dakota, on the 24th ultimo, at the age of 79 years. Mr. Louden went to
Dakota last spring to visit his son. His remains were brought to this
borough, and the funeral was held at the house of Mr. George Dascom on Thursday,
Rev. Mr. Cole, of Charleston, conducting the service. (Tuesday, October 4,
1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mrs. Elias Horton
Rev. and Mrs. N. L. Reynolds, of Mount Pleasant, Pa., have been called to
Lawrenceville by the death of Mrs. Elias Horton, Mrs. Reynold’s sister, who died
last Thursday. They expect to arrive in this borough next Friday noon and
will be the guests of Capt. A. B. Horton over Sunday. Mr. and Mrs.
Reynolds have many warm friends in this place, their former home, who will be
glad to greet them. (Tuesday, October 4, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator,
Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mr. Hiram Horton
Mr. Hiram Horton died at his home at Stony Fork last Tuesday, September 27,
1887, in his 76 years, 9 months and 20 days. He was born in Tompkins
county, NY, where he lived until he was 30 years of age. He then came to
Stony Fork where he afterwards resided. He had been a member of the
Baptist Church since his boyhood, and he died in the full triumph of the
Christian faith. He was universally respected and he was an excellent
citizen. (Tuesday, October 4, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro,
Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mrs. Elias Horton
Mrs. Elias Horton, of Lawrenceville, died last Thursday at the age of 72
years. She was one of the oldest inhabitants of that village, and she was
universally esteemed. (Tuesday, October 4, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator,
Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Christopher Lutz
Last Tuesday afternoon Christopher Lutz was fatally shot while hunting deer
near Pike Mills. He had been watching a runway and was starting to go home
when his rifle was accidentally discharged, the ball striking Lutz near the
right corner of his mouth and coming out at the top of his head. His
companions carried Lutz home, and he died a few hours later. Mr. Lutz was
28 years of age and unmarried. The funeral was held at Germania last
Thursday. (Tuesday, October 4, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro,
Tioga Co, Pa.)
Miss Kate Dalley
The Blossburg Register states that Miss Kate Dalley, who was found in a
hay-mow near Ogdensburg in an unconscious condition some days after herm
yesterday disappearance, died last Tuesday after lying for many days in a weak
and semi-conscious state. She never recovered sufficiently to give an
explanation of the affair. A post mortem examination was held by
several physicians, but no evidence of foul play discovered. The remains
were interred at Blossburg last Friday. (Tuesday, October 4, 1887, The
Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Waldo May
Rev. Waldo May, a former resident of this county, died at his residence in
Mason, Mich., on the 17th of September. He was born in New Hampshire in
1826, and when he was three years old his parents moved to this county, where he
spent the next 20 years of his life. On reaching manhood he married Miss
Irene Klock, a sister of Mr. Jeremiah Klock. After his marriage Mr. May
settled in Livingston county, Michigan, where he was ordained as minister of the
gospel. He afterward moved to Ingham county in that State, and he preached
there several years. In 1882 he was the Greenback nominee for Governor of
Michigan. He was stricken with paralysis a year ago last March, and from
that stroke he lingered in failing health until his death last month. The
Mason News says he was highly esteemed by all who knew him, and many of his old
acquaintances went a long distance to pay a last tribute to respect to his
memory. (Tuesday, October 4, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro,
Tioga Co, Pa.)
Miss Jessie Erway
At East Chatham, Pa., September 24, 1887, Jessie, daughter of Mr. and Mrs.
R. P. Erway, aged 1 year and 10 months. (Tuesday, October 4, 1887, The
Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Morris Walker
At Blossburg, Pa., September 19, 1887, of typhoid pneumonia, Morris Walker,
aged 27 years. (Tuesday, October 4, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator,
Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Dennis Morris
In Sussex county, NJ, last week, Robert D. Westbrook killed Dennis Morris
for taking chestnuts from a tree belonging to the latter. Both were old
men and well-to-do farmers. (Tuesday, October 11, 1887, The Wellsboro
Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mr. Eugene Simpson
Mr. Eugene Simpson, of Lawrenceville, a brakeman on the Fall Brook railways,
was killed near Corning last Thursday night. He leaves a wife and three
children. (Tuesday, October 11, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro,
Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mr. Ira Johnston
Last Friday this community was shocked by the announcement of the sudden
death of Mr. Ira Johnston, a respected and well-to-do farmer residing on Shumway
hill in Charleston township. Mr. Johnston had been afflicted with heart
disease for about 12 years. About two months ago a barn-door fell upon
him. At the time it was thought that he was not seriously injured,
although he sustained a severe shock. It was noticed afterward, however,
that he seemed to be failing in health and strength and it was suggested that a
physician be called. Mr. Johnston himself didn’t want a doctor, but
maintained that he would soon be as well as usual. Last week Monday he
came to town and sought medical advice. He was able to be about the house
until last Thursday evening, when he retired as usual. During the night he
got up without assistance, and about 5 o’clock on Friday morning he again rose
and was sitting in a chair when the light of life went out as suddenly as the
blowing out of a candle. Ira Johnston was in his 78th year. He was
born in Tompkins county, NY. He had resided for a generation upon the farm
where he died, and he amassed a competency by industry and frugality. He
was a man of very strong convictions and of the most excellent judgment
regarding business matters. He had been a consistent member of the
Methodist Episcopal Church for many years. The funeral was held at the
family residence in Charleston yesterday afternoon, and the remains were
interred in the cemetery on Shumway hill. Rev. Dr. D. D. Buck, of Geneva,
NY, a former beloved pastor of the Methodist Church in this borough, conducted
the services. Mr. Johnston leaves a second wife and two adult sons,
Messrs. Albert and Chas. Johnston, both well-known Charleston farmers.
Albert was on a hunting expedition in Michigan at the time of his father’s death
and could not reach home in time for the funeral. (Tuesday, October 11,
1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mrs. Elizabeth B. Gerow
In Charleston, Pa,. September 26, 1887, Elizabeth B., wife of James N.
Gerow, aged 74 years. (Tuesday, October 11, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator,
Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Harry Ellias Reppard
In Delmar, Pa., October 3, 1887, of diphtheria and scarlet fever, Harry
Elias, son of George and Margaret Reppard, aged 3 years, 6 months and 24 days.
(Tuesday, October 11, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Pitcairn Morrison
General Pitcairn Morrison, U. S. A., (retired) aged 92 years, died at
Baltimore a few days ago. (Tuesday, October 18, 1887, The Wellsboro
Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
John B. Finch
John B. Finch, of Nebraska, the well-known temperance advocate, died
suddenly in Boston a few days ago. He addressed a temperance meeting in
Lynn that evening and took the train for Boston at 10 o’clock. On the way
he was taken with a violent fit from which he never recovered. (Tuesday,
October 18, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mr. Zina Woodhouse
Mr. Zina Woodhouse, of Lawrence township, a well-known and respected
citizen, died last Wednesday after a long illness, at the age of 52 years.
Mr. Woodhouse was a veteran of the war, he having served in the 14th N. Y.
Volunteers. He was a good citizen and a Christian man. His wife and
four children survive him. The funeral was held on Friday, the Capt. Phil
Holland Post, G. A. R., attending in a body. (Tuesday, October 18, 1887,
The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mr. Edmund F. Claggett
Mr. Edmund F. Claggett, formerly of Lawrenceville, died on the 28th ultimo
of typhoid fever, at Ottawa, Illinois. He was 21 years of age.
(Tuesday, October 18, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Miss Jennie Baker
On the 5th instant, Miss Jennie Baker, the 16 year old daughter of Amos T.
Baker, who resides just over the State line a few miles north of Millerton, died
very suddenly under rather peculiar circumstances. A coroner’s inquest was
held, and it was found that the young girl had died from an abortion produced by
some person or person unknown. Forty or more witnesses testified in the
case. It was shown that the girl had been at work in Elmira about 10
months and had only been home about three weeks before her death; that she was
in Elmira on Saturday and Monday before her death with her father and did not
complain of being sick until the night of the 4th. She then called her
father, her mother being away, and said she was very sick with ear-ache.
She gradually grew worse until the evening of the 5th, when she died. Her
mother, having returned, sent for Dr. Lucy, of Elmira, but he did not arrive
until after she was dead. The affair has created a great sensation in that
vicinity. (Tuesday, October 18, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro,
Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mrs. Mollie Deane Cooper
Mrs. Mollie Deane Cooper died last Wednesday at the Deane homestead on Meade
street, in this borough, after a short illness, at the age of 32 years.
She left an infant son born on the Saturday previous. Mrs. Cooper was a
daughter of the late E. P. Deane. She was born in Delmar, October 2, 1855.
She was graduated from the High School in this borough, and was then employed as
a teacher in our schools in 1874-5. Soon after this she went to Madison,
Wis., where she pursued a course of study at the Wisconsin University for two
years. She then went to Denver, Colorado, where her brother Cecil resides,
and was a successful teacher in the schools of that city for one year. She
was married at Tonganoxie, Kansas, June 20, 1883, to Mr. A. S. Cooper, a civil
engineer residing at Leavenworth, Kansas. After a residence of 18 months
in the West they moved to Savannah, Georgia, where Mr. Cooper was engaged on the
Government surveys. Afterwards they moved to Fernandina, Florida.
Last May Mrs. Cooper came to this borough to spend the summer, life being full
of pleasure and bright promise for her. Mrs. Cooper was a most intelligent
and lovable woman possessed of a pure Christian character. The precept of
her life was that it is not all of life nor all of death to die. She had
been a consistent member of the Presbyterian Church for a number of years.
The funeral was held at the Deane homestead on Sunday afternoon at 2 o’clock.
Rev. J. F. Calkins, the former pastor of the Presbyterian Church of this
borough, conducted the service, assisted by Rev. Dr. Shaw. A large number
of sympathizing friends were in attendance. (Tuesday, October 18, 1887,
The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mrs. Annie Bergam
At Morris Run, Pa., October 9, 1887, of typhoid fever, Annie, wife of Peter
Bergam, aged 25 years, 10 months and 9 days. (Tuesday, October 18, 1887,
The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mrs. George Douglass
At Sabinsville, Pa., October 7, 1887, Mrs. George Douglass, aged 45 years.
(Tuesday, October 18, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mrs. Elizabeth Peet
In Westfield, Pa., October 3, 1887, Mrs. Elizabeth Peet, in the 78th year of
her age. She lived a life of usefulness, was resigned in sickness and
death and has gone to reap the reward of the faithful. (Tuesday, October
18, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Edmond Texier
Edmond Texier, the French journalist and author, is dead. He was 71
years old. (Tuesday, October 25, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro,
Tioga Co, Pa.)
Alexander James Bereaford Hope
Alexander James Bereaford Hope, member of Parliament for Cambridge
University, is dead. (Tuesday, October 25, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator,
Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Lewis Wallbridge
Hon. Lewis Wallbridge, Chief Justice of Manitoba, died last Thursday
morning, aged 71 years. He was Speaker of the Dominion Parliament in 1863.
(Tuesday, October 25, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
E. B. Washburne
Hon. E. B. Washburne, ex-Congressman, Ex-Secretary of State and ex-Minister
to France, died at his home in Chicago last Saturday night after an illness of
about a month. (Tuesday, October 25, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator,
Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mrs. Jane Parkhurst
Mrs. Jane Parkhurst, widow of the late Dr. Curtis Parkhurst, died at
Lawrenceville last Thursday at the age of 76 years. Mrs. Parkhurst was an
intelligent Christian woman. Six children--three sons and three
daughters--survive her. The funeral was held at Lawrenceville last
Saturday afternoon. (Tuesday, October 25, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator,
Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mr. Chester Middaugh
Mr. Chester Middaugh, of Elmira, who was a resident of Lawrenceville for
many years, died last Wednesday. The funeral was held at Lawrenceville on
Friday. (Tuesday, October 25, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro,
Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mr. Timothy Bresingham
Mr. Timothy Bresingham, of Antrim, died last Saturday at the age of 50
years. He was a miner and a respected citizen. The funeral was held
yesterday at Blossburg. (Tuesday, October 25, 1887, The Wellsboro
Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mrs. Carrie Smith
Mrs. Carrie Smith, wife of Frank Smith, died at Corning, NY, of diphtheria,
last week Sunday. She left two children. The remains were interred
at Sebring’s, her former home. (Tuesday, October 25, 1887, The Wellsboro
Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mrs. Charles Bottom
Last Thursday Mrs. Charles Bottom, of Nelson, died after a lingering
illness, in her 72nd year. Mrs. Bottom was born at Nelson. She
married Mr. Charles Bottom 52 years ago. She had been a constant member of
the Presbyterian Church for 43 years, and she was a most intelligent and
exemplary woman. She was the mother of Mr. Jerome Bottom, Mrs. J. D.
Campbell and Mrs. Robert Lugg. The funeral was held last Saturday
afternoon, and it was largely attended. Rev. R. G. Williams, pastor of the
Presbyterian Church at Nelson, conducted the services. (Tuesday, October
25, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mr. David S. Irelan
Mr. David S. Irelan died at Raleigh, North Carolina, on the 13th instant,
aged about 73 years. He will be remembered by many of our readers as a
resident of Covington in this county. He went to that place about 1838 and
remained there until about 1870, when he removed to Raleigh, where his wife died
in 1884. While in Covington he was engaged in lumbering and manufacturing
sash and blinds. Both Mr. and Mrs. Irelan were consistent members of the
Baptist Church for more than 50 years. They assisted in organizing the
Tioga Baptist Association. Mrs. S. P. Kelts, of Covington, is the only
surviving member of the original organization. (Tuesday, October 25, 1887,
The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mrs. Darwin Alexander
In Armenia, Pa., October 10, 1887, Mrs. Darwin Alexander, aged 72 years.
(Tuesday, October 25, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Anna B. Everitt
At Westfield, Pa., October 10, 1887, Anna(?) B., infant daughter of Mr. and
Mrs. W. F. Everitt. (Tuesday, October 25, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator,
Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
J. B. Mason
In Union, Pa., October 10, 1887, J. B. Mason, aged 82 years. (Tuesday,
October 25, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mrs. Mary L. Morgan
At Austinville, Pa., October 10, 1887, after a lingering illness, Mary L.,
wife of Nathaniel Morgan, aged 65 years. (Tuesday, October 25, 1887, The
Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mrs. Louisa Sheive
At her home near Daggett’s Mills, Pa., October 6, 1887, of dropsy, Louisa,
widow of Albert Sheive. (Tuesday, October 25, 1887, The Wellsboro
Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mrs. Sarah Ann Warner
At Wells, Pa., October 2, 1887, Sarah Ann, widow of Truman Warner, aged 85
years. (Tuesday, October 25, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro,
Tioga Co, Pa.)
James E. Hamilton
James E. Hamilton, a mail-carrier, was attacked by sharks while crossing
Hillsboro inlet, Florida, in a small boat. He was thrown out of the boat
and devoured. (Tuesday, November 1, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator,
Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Fred. Daniels
A special dispatch to the Elmira Advertiser says that Fred., the 17 year old
son of Conductor Daniels, was killed by the cars at Harrison Valley last Friday
afternoon. The young man started to cross the track, when his foot was
caught, probably in a frog, and he was unable to save himself from a freight
locomotive which was backing up. Thought frightfully mangled he lived
three hours. (Tuesday, November 1, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator,
Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mrs. David Hazlett
Mrs. David Hazlett, of Westfield township, went to Westfield borough last
Saturday and while engaged in trading at one of the stores she fell to the
floor, dying almost instantly. She was 48 years of age. She leaves a
husband and three sons. The funeral was held at Middlebury, her former
home, yesterday afternoon and it was largely attended. Mrs. Hazlett was a
daughter of the late Calvin Goodwin, and she was an estimable woman.
(Tuesday, November 1, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Miss Almira Howd
Last Sunday afternoon Miss Almira Howd died very suddenly at the home of her
brother Rev. Isaac E. Howd, on Grant street in this borough. Miss Howd was
68 years of age, and she had long been an invalid. About five minutes before her
death she was out of doors walking about the yard. She came in, sat down
and expired almost instantly. The funeral was held yesterday afternoon,
and this morning the remains are to be taken to Penfield, NY, for interment.
(Tuesday, November 1, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mrs. Sally Jane Pierce
Mrs. Sally Jane Pierce, wife of Mr. Sylvester Pierce, died at her home in
Farmington Center the first of last week. She was over 80 years of age and
had resided in Farmington over 50 years. She was much respected by all who
knew her. (Tuesday, November 1, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro,
Tioga Co, Pa.)
Joseph Yonkin
Last Tuesday morning Colonel Joseph Yonkin, died at his home in Blossburg at
the age of 69 years. Mr. Yonkin was born in Fairfield, Lycoming county, in
1818. He came to Blossburg in 1836 to work with his father, who had a
contract for grading on the Tioga railroad. For many years he was a
hotel-keeper in Blossburg, and he was known far and wide for his good nature and
generosity. In his younger days he was a man of extraordinarily fine
physique and commanding presence. In 1837 he was commissioned as Captain
of militia by Governor Ritner, and afterward as Colonel by Governors Porter and
Shunk. The Blossburg Register says that in those early days, when most of
the houses in that village were down near the site of the glass-factory, Col.
Yonkin used to drill his troops on the common where the business part of the
town now stands. He had held the office of Supervisor of the township, and
had been Burgess of the borough. Mr. Yonkin leaves a wife but no children,
having buried seven. One of the saddest events of his life was the loss of
five children during the scarlet-fever epidemic in 1842. His funeral was
held from the house last Thursday afternoon, Rev. J. M. Evans officiating.
(Tuesday, November 1, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Charles F. Veil
Yesterday afternoon ex-Judge Charles F. Veil died very suddenly of
heart-disease at his home on East avenue in this borough. He had been
feeling unusually well for some time past, but in the afternoon he was stricken
with one of the attacks to which he had been subject for several years, and he
died in a few minutes. Charles F. Veil was born in Schormdorf, Gemany,
February 11, 1813. He learned the trade of a tanner and came to America to
seek his fortune, landing in New York city, July 4, 1834. In 1836 he came
to the Block-house, now known as Liberty, and established a tannery. He
soon after married the daughter of Mr. Leonard Schanbacker. Mr. Veil held
the office of Justice of the Peace in Liberty for 15 years. In 1856 he was
elected County Auditor, and he served in that office for nine years. In
1866 he became Associate Judge, and he filled that position for the term of five
years. In May, 1875, he was appointed Commissioners’ Clerk, and he then
moved to this borough. On the death of County Treasurer Thomas B. Bryden,
Mr. Veil was appointed to that office in April, 1878, and he served for the
unexpired term of two years and nine months. Mr. Veil was educated in the
Lutheran Church. He joined the Methodist Church many years ago, and he was
a local preacher of considerable ability. He was a consistent Christian
gentleman. He had a brilliant intellect and was a most agreeable and
entertaining companion, while his generosity and good-will toward all men were
proverbial. All who enjoyed his acquaintance will feel that by his death
they have lost a true friend. Mrs. Veil, two daughters and one son survive
him. It was no longer-ago than last Saturday that ex-Judge Veil was down
town, and he called at our office, stating at the time that he was feeling much
better than usual, and certainly appearing much stronger and happier than he had
of late. His funeral is to be held next Friday, but the hour is not yet
fixed. (Tuesday, November 1, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro,
Tioga Co, Pa.)
William L. Merrick
Little Marsh, October 27, 1887.--Death has again entered our little hamlet
and taken one of our most respected pioneers. William L. Merrick.-- “Uncle
Lett,” as he was familiarly known--died at his home in Little Marsh on the
evening of the 20th. He was sick for about four weeks previous to his
death. He attended the County Fair and contracted a heavy cold by getting
wet, and was taken with typhoid fever and pneumonia. The funeral was held
at the church last Saturday, when Rev. A. G. Cole preached from the text,
“Behold I stand at the door and knock.” Mr. Merrick was 70 years of age,
and he had lived in Middlebury and Chatham for the past 50 years. For the
last 20 years he was connected with the Methodist Episcopal Church here.
He had four sons in the war for the Union, one of whom died in the service and
three returned more or less disabled. He leaves six children, several
grandchildren, and great-grandchildren and a host of friends who mourn his
death. (Tuesday, November 1, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro,
Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mr. Daniel E. Morris
In Charleston, Pa., October 31, 1887, Mr. Daniel E. Morris, aged about 50
years. (Tuesday, November 1, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro,
Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mr. Alonzo Losey
Keeneyville, October 4, 1887.--Mr. Alonzo Losey died of heart disease on the
31st of October. The obsequies were held in the State Road Methodist
Episcopal church. Elder Shirey officiated and preached from the passage of
Scripture, “Be ye also ready, for in such an hour as ye think not the Son of man
cometh.” Mr. Losey was over 70 years of age and was a member of the Free
will Baptist Church. (Tuesday, November 8, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator,
Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Henry A. Homes
Dr. Henry A. Homes, Ph. D., LL. D., State Librarian of New York, is dead.
(Tuesday, November 8, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Jenny Lind
Jenny Lind’s funeral took place last Saturday afternoon at Malvern and her
burial place was in its churchyard, according to her desire expressed long ago.
(Tuesday, November 8, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Male Bazette
Last week Sunday Mr. C. T. Bazette went into a Towanda bakery with his
five-year old son. While there the child bought a red candy fish, ate part
of it, and then laying the remainder on the counter, said he didn’t like it.
Shortly after he was taken violently sick, with strong indications of poisoning,
such as frequent vomiting, etc. A physician was summoned, and everything
that skilled medical attention could do for the little sufferer was done, but he
died at 3 o’clock Monday morning. The poisoning may have been caused by
something the child had previously found and eaten while playing; but the family
feel very strongly as though it was caused by the candy. (Tuesday,
November 8, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mr. C. C. McClelland
Mr. C. C. McClelland, formerly landlord of the Parkhurst House in this
borough, died last Friday at Downingtown, Pa., at the age of 61 years. The
funeral was held yesterday afternoon at Buck Creek station. (Tuesday,
November 8, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mr. Lafayette Bigelow
Last Tuesday the funeral of Mr. Lafayette Bigelow was held at the residence
at his sister, Mrs. A. C. Bush, at Tioga. Mr. Bigelow died at Chattanooga,
Tenn., on the previous Saturday. He was about 60 years of age and was well
known in Tioga, where he had spent much time in recent years. (Tuesday,
November 8, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mrs. A. E. Long
Mrs. A. E. Long, a former resident of Mansfield, died at Florida, Mo., on
the 19th ultimo, in her 77th year. (Tuesday, November 8, 1887, The
Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mr. Nelson Cruttenden
Last week Monday Mr. Nelson Cruttenden, of Covington, died suddenly at the
age of 79 years. Although he had not been feeling well for some he was
about the house as usual in the morning. He came to this country about 15
years ago from England. His wife and one son, S. W. Cruttenden, of Arnot,
survive him. He was brother to Mr. Tilden Cruttenden, who recently resided
in this borough. (Tuesday, November 8, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator,
Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mr. Myron Johnson
At Elkland, Pa., October 31, 1887, Mr. Myron Johnson, aged about 70 years.
(Tuesday, November 8, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mr. Chester Ellis
Mr. Chester Ellis died this morning in this borough at the age of 64 years.
He was born in Gaines, and he moved to this borough some years ago from
Westfield. The remains will be taken to Westfield tomorrow, where the
funeral is to be held at 2 o’clock p. m. Mr. Ellis died of cancer of the
stomach, from which he had been a sufferer for many years. He was a most
estimable citizen. (Tuesday, November 15, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator,
Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Joshua T. Owen
General Joshua T. Owen died in Philadelphia last week Monday, of typhoid
fever. General Owen was born in Caermarthen, South Wales, in 1825, and he
came to this country with his father in 1830. The family resided in
Charleston township, in this county, in 1831-2. He was graduated at
Jefferson College in 1845, and moved to Philadelphia with his parents two years
later. He was admitted to the bar in 1852, and in the same year founded
the Chestnut Hill Academy. At the outbreak of the war General Owen
enlisted as a private in the First City Troop, but soon after organized a
regiment of three-month soldiers and still later a regiment of three-year men,
known as “Paddy Owen’s Regiment,” which served through the war with marked
distinction. In 1866 he was elected Recorder of Deeds on the Republican
ticket, and after serving one term he withdrew from the political arena until
1884, when he was seated in the Common Council from the twenty-second ward.
Since 1871 General Owen had been the proprietor of the New York Daily Register,
the official organ of the courts of New York city, from which he derived a large
income. Gen. Owen was well-known in this county, where he has frequently
addressed political meetings. (Tuesday, November 15, 1887, The Wellsboro
Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mr. Israel Stone
Last Wednesday Mr. Israel Stone, one of the oldest and most esteemed
citizens of Delmar, died at the home of his son-in-law, Mr. Henry B. Wilson,
after a long illness, at the age of 85 years. He had no organic disease,
his demise resulting from the natural and gradual decline of his physical
powers. He retained his mental faculties to a remarkable degree up to the
hour of his death. Mr. Stone was born at Wendell, Franklin county,
Massachusetts, August 8, 1802. In 1829 he married Abigail Deane, sister of
the late E. P. Deane. In April, 1832, Mr. Stone came to Delmar township
and took up the farm upon which he afterward lived, it then being a tract of
woodland. He cleared the place and made it a home by industry and
frugality. When he came to this county the courts were held in the old log
house near the site of the present Court-house. There were but few
buildings in Wellsboro and nothing but a bridle-path from this place to Mr.
Stone’s home. About 1843 Mr. Stone’s wife died, and a few years later he
married Amanda Howe, sister of the late William Howe. She died a few years
ago. By his first wife Mr. Stone had four children--Adeline, now Mrs.
Henry B. Wilson, Dwight, who died some years since, and Orrin and Eugene.
By his second wife he had two children--William A. and Israel G. Stone.
Mr. Stone held many offices of public trust in Delmar township, and he served as
County Auditor for one or two terms. He was universally respected for his
strict integrity and his kindness of heart. He was a man of much more than
ordinary ability and force of character. He kept himself well informed on
current events, and was a most entertaining talker. He died, as he had
lived, in the Christian faith. The funeral was held last Friday, Rev. Mr.
Cole, of Little Marsh, conducted the services, and the remains were interred in
the family burying-ground on the old homestead. A large number of people
were in attendance. (Tuesday, November 15, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator,
Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
James P. McCabe
James P. McCabe, the murderer of Michael Riley, was hanged at Honesdale,
last Thursday. (Tuesday, November 15, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator,
Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Miss Rosie Eveland Ebbersole
In Union, Pa., November 6, 1887, Rosie Eveland, daughter of Mr. William
Ebbersole, aged 11 years, 8 months and 3 days. Harrisburg papers please
copy. (Tuesday, November 15, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro,
Tioga Co, Pa.)
Sumner R. Francis
On Young Woman’s creek, Clinton county, Pa., October 10, 1887, of cholera
infantum, Sumner R., only son of Robert, Jr., and Olive Francis, aged 2 years, 5
months and 29 days. (Tuesday, November 15, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator,
Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mrs. Cora Timmerman
At the home of her parents, in Coudersport, Pa., November 3, 1887, Mrs. Cora
Timmerman, of Nelson, Tioga county, Pa., aged 22 years. (Tuesday, November
15, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
James W. Saul
Rev. James W. Saul, D. D., Vice-President of the Universal Peace Union, died
at Philadelphia last Wednesday, aged 89 years. (Tuesday, November 22,
1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mrs. Sarah Gowdey
Mrs. Sarah Gowdey, aged 80 years, who was present at the birth of General
Grant and was his nurse in infancy, died at Portsmouth, NH, last week Monday.
(Tuesday, November 22, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mr. Adam Snyder
Mr. Adam Snyder, of Stevensville, Bradford county, met a fearful death, a
few evenings ago. He was driving from Rush to his home in a platform wagon
when, as is supposed, he fell, striking his head on the ground and causing
insensibility. The horse went on home, dragging Mr. Snyder, whose dead
body was found hanging from the wagon about 11 o’clock. (Tuesday, November
22, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Child Smith
Marshfield, November 18, 1887.--The home of Mr. D. O. Smith has been
saddened by the death of their only child, a baby seven months old. The
funeral was held last Friday. The bereaved parents have the heartfelt
sympathy of the entire community. (Tuesday, November 22, 1887, The
Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mrs. William Carroll
Mrs. William Carroll, of Waterbury, Conn., died last Sunday, of apoplexy, at
the age of 55 years. She was a former resident of this borough, having
moved to Connecticut about five years ago. She was a most estimable woman.
(Tuesday, November 22, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mr. John J. Rogers
Mr. John J. Rogers, a merchant at Ogdensburg, died last week Sunday after a
short illness. While packing apples recently Mr. Rogers received injuries
which caused his death. The remains were taken to Shenandoah, his former
home, for interment. (Tuesday, November 22, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator,
Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mrs. Thomas Edwards
Mrs. Thomas Edwards, of Morris Run, dropped dead last week Monday while she
was preparing the family supper. She came to this county from Wales about
five years ago. She leaves a husband and seven children, the youngest
being only five months old. (Tuesday, November 22, 1887, The Wellsboro
Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mr. E. P. Mulford
Mr. E. P. Mulford, a former resident of Lawrenceville, died in Florida on
the 25th ultimo. (Tuesday, November 22, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator,
Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
Mrs. Irene Scott
Mrs. Irene Scott, of Farmington, who has been an inmate of the County
Poorhouse for many years, died last Saturday at the age of 68 years.
(Tuesday, November 22, 1887, The Wellsboro Agitator, Wellsboro, Tioga Co, Pa.)
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