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The McKean County Miner 1907
DEATHS IN MCKEAN COUNTY 1907
From
THE MCKEAN COUNTY MINER NEWSPAPER
Transcribed by Ronald J. Reid, 2009
The dates shown prior to each item or group of items is the date of
publication. This can only be considered a partial list as many pages of the
paper are unreadable and some may have been missed. All items were found on
page 5 of the paper unless specifically noted otherwise.
Some notices from "Ancient History" appear with year in [ ].
INDEX of Names
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Catherine (Johnson) Altice
Margaret Amend
sons of Aaron Anderson
Jeanette J. (Ripley) Armstrong [1887]
M.C. Arnot
Edward Barber
Lucy (Gerlick) Barnes
Eva Rachel Barr
Frank Barry
Mabel Battleson
Mrs. A.M. Benton [1886]
Nellie Berryman
Ira Burdick
Sarah A. (Griswold) Burdick
Olive Burkholder
Martin Burns
child of Westley Champlin [1886]
James Monroe Childs
Margurite M. Cleveland
Peter A. Connelly
Betsy C. Corwin [1886]
Carrie Specht Corwin [1886]
Russel Dailey
Daniel Dundey
Leon Eperthener
Lydia (Crow) Freeman [1886]
Louis Goodman
Elida (Burnham) Goodsell
A.D. Gould
Herbert Granger
Eriseo Grassi
Carl W. Gustafson
Sarah (Coleman) Hall
Lewis E. Hansher
Charles Hendrix
Max Himes
child of Clarence E. Hitchcock
James Howard
Benjamin Jackson
G.A. Johnson
Mrs. Thos. L. Kane
Ida Knowlton
son of Fred Lamont
Mrs. Eliza Leonard
Gustaf Lindquist
Adam Martin [1886]
John Martin [1887]
Simon Martin
Patrick McCabe
Julia McCarty [1886]
Joe McDowell
Martin W. Miller
Charles Henry Mitchelmore [1886]
John Mix
Eva Mott
Daniel Murphy
R.L. Nichols
Alfred Norman
Susie Baker Nourse [1886]
Nellie (Tyler) Palmer [2 items]
son of Peter Parson [1887]
Charles F. Persons
Alex Phillips
Charles Pilk
William Rail
Mandor Richardson
Andros L. Rifle
Mrs. Priscilla Rounds
J.W. Scott
James Shearer
Geo. W. Shillenn
Albert R. Sloan
Casper Smith
John Stanton
David Sterrott
William Stewart
Leonia Mac Stull
Mrs. F.A. Thomas [1887]
Ward Augustus Walters
Ray Warren
Thomas Whipple
Joseph C. Wick
John Zuted
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Jul 4, 1907:
Page 1.
Patrick McCabe of Prospect Hill, Keating township, died at the home of his
son-in-law, William Kingsley, of Salamanca, N.Y., on Thursday last. His death
was due to the ailments incidents of old age, he being upwards of 80 years old.
The subject of this sketch was born in Ireland, date unknown, and when a
young man he came to this country. When the civil war broke out he enlisted
in a New York Cavalry, in which made an enviable reputation by his bravery and
daring. It is said that he was one of those happy, reckless, daredevil
soldiers who was happier in battle than at mess table and that the greater the
danger the better he liked it.
He possessed a warm, free heart a read wit and a rich brogue which made him
many warm friends. A story of his army life, which shows his bravery and
quick wit will bear repeating. One morning while out foraging for some
southern delicacies for the mess _ _ he saw three soldiers in Gray who had
laid down their arms while partaking of a drink at a spring, and immediately
ordered them to surrender, which they were compelled to do. H marched them
back to the headquarters of his regiment. When the officer of the day asked
him how he got them he replied that he had "surrounded them," and when the
officer offered to relieve him of their custody he said: "Devil a bit will I,
the woods are full of em, and if you want some go and catch em as I did."
Mr. McCabe was married twice, both of his helpmates having gone to the Great
Beyond ahead of him. To him and his first wife three children were born, one
of whom, Mrs. Mary Kingsley, survive him, whom with his brother, Thomas, are
the only near relatives living to mourn his loss.
His remains were brought to Smethport on Saturday the funeral services were
held at St. Elizabeth's church, of which he was a member, and his remains were
laid at rest in St. Elizabeth's cemetery.
James Howard, an old soldier and former resident of Keating township, died
at Rochester, N.Y. hospital on Wednesday of last week. He was aged 77 years.
Mr. Howard was a resident of Keating township on Cole creek from shortly
after the war until about five years ago. During that time he has lived most
of the time with his children. When the war broke out he enlisted with a
regiment at Wellsville, N.Y., and served until the end of the unpleasantness.
While in service he received what would ordinarily be a fatal would. A bullet
entered his left breast passed through the left lung and came out at the
back. He never fully recovered from this wound, but was in fairly good health
part of the time.
The deceased is survived by an aged wife, two sons and two daughters, Mrs.
Howard and Mrs. Eva Helen of Nunda, N.Y., Mrs. M.W. Heinlein of this borough,
Charles Howard of Corydon township, this county, and Edward Howard of Bolivar,
N.Y.
The remains were brought to Farmers Valley on Saturday, where funeral
services were held in the Union church, Rev. Smith officiating and his remains
were laid at rest in Goodwin cemetery.
Page 3.
The six-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Lamont, formerly of Odin, was
drowned at Sizerville last Saturday afternoon. The little fellow went out
after the rain storm had passed to fish and was gone some time before news
came of his drowning. The body was recovered about 5 o'clock. Mrs. Lamont is
employed at the hotel at Sizerville and was nearly prostrated at the news of
her child's death. - Potter Journal.
Page 3.
Benjamin Jackson, an old resident of Port Allegany, died in that place last
week, aged 74 years.
Ray Warren, the nine-year-old son of Chas. Warren of Daffytown, a suburb of
Eldred, while attempting to jump a freight at the river bridge at noon to-day,
fell under the wheels and had both feet cut off above the ankles. His
condition is serious. - Eagle. The child died at the Olean hospital the next
day.
Jul 11, 1907:
A.D. Gould died suddenly at his home in Eldred on Tuesday night a victim of
heart disease. His death was entirely unexpected, Mr. Gould was editor of the
Eldred Eagle. He founded the paper during the early oil development of the
Northern field and continued to own and conduct it up to the time of his
death. Prior to locating in Eldred he had a job printing office in Tarport,
now East Bradford.
He was prominent in the affairs of the Republican party, having been
secretary of the county committee, delegate to the State convention, etc. For
several years he had been connected with the State Pure Food department. In
Eldred be was a leading figure in local affairs, a director of the Eldred
bank, president of the Home Gas company of Eldred and was always identified
with movements which and for their object was improvement of his home town.
He was prominent in Masonic circles and was a member of the Knights' of
Pythias. The deceased is survived by his wife and three sisters, Misses
Jennie and May Gould of Emporium. He was born in _ _ _ N.Y. in 1856. His
early life was passed there and at Emporium, Pa., where the remains were laid
to rest in the family burial plot.
Mr. Gould's death will be sincerely mourned by many friends. He was a man
of most excellent traits of character. - Era.
Daniel Dundey, of Hazelhurst, died at the Kane hospital at 8 o'clock
Thursday morning from injuries received while playing ball at Straights on
last Sunday.
While a the bat in last Sunday's game between the blues of Hazelhurst and
Straights, at the latter place. Dundey received a blow on the head from a
pitched ball which knocked him down and when his friends went to his
assistance he informed them that he was seriously injured. A physician was
summoned and (remainder is unreadable)
James Shearer of Olean, formerly of Bradford died of apoplexy at the Grand
Central hotel early Monday morning. He said that he was ill and was given a
stimulant. Soon afterward she fell and died before a physician arrived.
Deceased was 30 years of age and for the past year and a half had been
employed as bartender at the Grand Central hotel.
Mrs. Sarah Coleman Hall, a widow of the late David T. Hall, died at her
residence on the west side at 7:10 this morning, aged 89 years, 5 mos., 21
days, of paralysis. She was among the earliest settlers of Kane, coming here
in the year 1864, when Kane was practically a wilderness, even before the
P.&E. railroads was completed. Her immediate surviving relatives are two
daughters Miss Alida Hall, of Kane,, Mrs. O.B. Lay, of Port Allegany, Pa., and
a brother O.D. Coleman, of Kane. - Tuesday's Kane Republican.
Mabel the 11-year-old daughter of John Battleson was fatally burned Friday
noon, at the family home in Custer City. The little girl was preparing the
midday meal when her clothing caught fire from the kitchen stove. Neighbors
heard the child scream and saw her rush from the building, her clothing a
blaze which enveloped her person. Prompt efforts were made to extinguish the
fire and the burning garments were removed but not before the girl was
horribly burned. The child was taken in the Bradford hospital and it was
hoped that her life could be saved, but this was impossible. Last night
at ???? death resulted. After the burning, the child was unconscious most of
the time. - Bradford Era.
Joe McDowell, the 16-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs Elden McDowell of
Shinglehouse was drowned in Waverly, _ _ _last week. The boy had run away
from home and the only clue to his identity was a card found in his pocket.
Miss Margurite M., daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E.C. Cleveland, died at the home
of her parents in Mt. Jewett on Monday after a lingering illness. She was
bout 20 years of age. Miss Cleveland was quite well known in Smethport and
all who knew her will mourn her untimely demise. She possessed a sweet
disposition and a lovable character which made her many friends. The funeral
services were held in Mt. Jewett yesterday afternoon Rev. J. Paul Shelly of
the Presbyterian church officiating, and interment was made in the Mt. Jewett
cemetery.
Jul 18, 1906:
Page 1.
Casper, the 18-month old son of Mr. and Mrs. August Smith, was drowned in a
water trough last Friday afternoon, near the home of his parents about three
miles from this place on the Farmers Valley road.
The child was extremely large and strong for his age and was out in the yard
playing with his brothers and sisters. Without being noticed he wandered away
from the other and went to the water trough beside the road and when
discovered was beyond earthly aid. The trough was an ordinary one and
contained less than a foot of water and it is surprising that he was not able
to get out of it without assistance. When found he was laying face downward
in the trough.
It is said that he had only been away from the other children a few minutes
and it was only a short distance from them and the house so he must have
strangled without making any outcry. When his mother found the little one she
was almost crazed with grief.
The funeral services were held at the house Sunday afternoon and his remains
were laid at rest in the Smith cemetery.
Page 1.
William Rail, superintendent of Merrill's silk mill, machine department, was
murdered at Hornell Junction, 10 miles west of Hornell, near Canaseraga at 3
o'clock Monday afternoon by an Italian. The Italian is in custody. Three of
five shots fired took effect, one in the stomach, one in the right lung and
one in the wrist. Rail died half an hour later. He was aged 45 years. The
victim and a party of about 0 representatives, besides business and
professional men and machinists of that city, were at Hornell Junction for an
afternoon's outing. A party of Italians belonging to the Shawmut railroad
construction gang went over to the grove and made a disturbance. They were
ordered away but hesitated about going.
Rail became aggressive and followed them to the track. Here an altercation
took lace and without warning one of the Italians shot at Rail five times.
The Italians took to their heels and Rail's companions gave chase. Part
stopped at their camp and was arrested. The murderer and one other was
apprehended two hours later by Jake Winegardt and jay Kline. Sheriff Lloyd
Miller of Allegany county was at his home in Canaserage and was first on the
scene. Had he not been, there is no doubt that a lynching would have taken
place when the murderer was brought back to the grove.
Ten Italians are under arrest and the murderer has been positively
identified.
Page 1. Ancient History.
Barnes. - At her residence in Hamlin township, Sunday, Oct. 10, 1886, of
typhoid fever, Lucy G., wife of Joseph D. Barnes, aged 48 years, 5 months and
29 days.
The deceased was a daughter of the late Freeman and Catherine Gerlick, and
was born on Marvin creek, Keating township, on the 17th of April, 1843. Mrs.
Barnes was an exemplary member of the Clermont M.E. church, and by her
kindness of heart and rare Christian virtue made many warm friends. The
funeral, which was largely attended was held Tuesday afternoon at one o'clock
at the Hafner school house, Hamlin township, Rev. W. Bradley of this place
officiating who preached a very appropriate sermon from the text I have fought
a good fight and have kept the faith. The M.E. choir of Smethport sang
several appropriate pieces. A detail of fifteen members from McKean Post 317
G.A.R., of which the bereaved husband is a member, attended the funeral as
bearers and escort. The deceased leaves a husband, three children, two
sisters and a brother to mourn their loss. The burial was at the Aldrich
cemetery near Kasson postoffice.
Page 3.
A dispatch dated July 12, says: Starvation in a B.&O. car, in which he had
penned himself by accident was the fate of Alex Phillips, aged 14 years, the
runaway son of J. Phillips, of DuBois. The boy came from Butler to DuBois
last Sunday. He was urged by friends of the family to go home Monday but
instead went to the railroad yards and clammered into a boxcar. He closed the
door and when the lad tried to get out of the car he found the door fastened.
Car inspectors found the body, and papers in his pockets told of his
identity. The body was shipped to DuBois today.
R.L. Nichols died at his home in Coudersport on Monday of last week. He was
89 years of age a prominent Mason and one of Coudersport's most respected
citizens.
Martin W. Miller of Hazelhurst died at the County home on Sunday aged about
56 years. Mr. Miller was injured near Hazelhurst about four weeks ago in an
explosion of dynamite which badly lascerated his _ _ _ and blood poisoning set
in causing his death. He is survived by a wife and one daughter. His remains
were laid at rest near the County Home on Monday.
Gustaf Lindquist died at his home in Clermont on Saturday aged 24 years
after an illness of over a year of consumption. He is survived by a mother
and one brother who will mourn the death of a kind and affectionate son and
brother. He was a popular young man and will be missed by many friends in
that section. The funeral services were held in Clermont on Monday and the
burial was in Bayer cemetery.
Jul 25, 1907:
Page 1.
Boy Killed In The Woods On Cole Creek.
Russel Dailey Was Struck by a Log He Was Sawing.
He Lived Only a Few Hours.
The Log Struck Him Over the Heart - Was Under Twelve Years Old - Burial Took
Place Here on Sunday.
(Most of this obit is unreadable and therefore omitted)
Russel, the eleven-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Dailey, was almost instantly
killed while cutting wood on his father's job on Cole Creek last Thursday. He
was struck over the heart and lived only a few hours after the accident.
The funeral services were held at the house on Sunday morning owing to the
illness of Mrs. Dailey, who gave birth to a child on the day Russel died.
Rev. Smith of Farmers Valley officiating and his remains were laid at rest in
Rose Hill cemetery. A special train on the Kushequa route brought the body
and relatives and friends to Smethport, arriving at 1 p.m. Sunday.
Page 1.
Mrs. Olive Burkholder, aged 25 years, died very suddenly at the Salvation
Army barracks at 11 o'clock Monday evening, under most distressing
circumstances.
During the early part of the evening she had been in attendance at a
farewell reception given for Adjutant Wiggins at Salvation Army hall on
Kennedy street. She appeared to be in her usual health and partook of the
refreshments. Presently she left the hall and went to her home n Davis
street, where she _ _ _ overdose of _ _ _ . As soon as she had discovered
her mistake, the woman went at once to the corner of Main and Webster streets,
where her husband conducts a pop corn stand and informed him that she had
taken too much medicine and was going to die. Almost at the same moment she
sank to the sidewalk. Officer Burney(?) happened to be in the vicinity and he
hurried to the assistance of the prostrate woman. She was taken by the
policeman and Mr. Burkholder to the Salvation Army hall.
Dr. Robison was called, but before he could reach her side the patient was
beyond human aid. The poison she had swallowed was causing her great agony
and she shrieked most pitifully for help as she was being taken to the
barracks. Upon reaching there she was seized with convulsions and died,
begging Adjutant Wiggins to pray for her. - Bradford Era.
Page 1. Ancient History.
The news reached us Thursday morning, November 18, 1886, that Adam Martin,
Esq., of Sergeant Township, died at his home in that township Wednesday
afternoon at 15 minutes before 3 o'clock. Mr. Martin was about 83 years of
age and was one of the oldest citizens of this county. He was a man of
sterling traits of character and was highly esteemed by all the people of this
section of the county who were acquainted with him. He has been very much out
of health for a years or two and for two or three months past his death has
been expected at any time by his friends.
Page 1. Ancient History.
Died at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. Arnold McFall, in this borough,
on Friday morning, November 19, 1886, Mrs. Betsy C. Corwin, aged 74 years.
Mrs. Corwin was born in _ _ _ N.Y. in 1812. In her early years she lived much
of her time with her grandparents. In 1826 she left them and came to _ _ _
Cattaraugus county, N.Y and about two years later moved with her friends to
this county. When about 19 yeas old she was married to Benjamin Corwin, at
White's Corners about four miles from this place up Marvin creek. Some time
afterwards they located near Smethport on a farm Mr. Corwin owned for many
years. It adjoins the borough and on the Marvin creek road, and is now owned
by _ _ _ _ . (some unreadable) She was the mother of nine children, six of
whom died before her. The three remaining children, Mrs. McFall, George and
Benjamin reside here. Mrs. Corwin was a sister of the wife of Joseph Coats
who resided here many years ago. (some unreadable) The funeral services were
held in the Baptist church in this place on Sunday and were conducted by the
pastor, Rev. C.H. Mitchelmore, assisted by Rev. Wm. Bradley of the Methodist
church. The pastor preached a very impressive sermon. The church was filled
with friends and neighbors of the deceased who were present to pay their
respects to the remains of a loving mother and a devoted friend.
Page 3.
Eriseo Grassi, who was struck by an Erie training the lower yards on Sunday
afternoon, and who was taken to the Bradford Hospital, died at that
institution at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, aged 58 years. - Bradford Era.
Page 3.
John Mix and John Zuted, Austrians, lost their lives in a speak-easy at
Emporium last Saturday night, after a night of debauchery. The speak-easy is
run by foreigners in the heart of the town, and it is thought it caught fire
through some carelessness after the men had gone to sleep. Mix, the
proprietor, leaves a wife and four children. - Coudersport Journal.
Aug 1, 1907:
Page 1.
Miss Eva Mott, a popular and accomplished young lady of Port Allegany lost
her life in a steamboat disaster on Luke Cayuga, near Ithaca, N.Y., last
Saturday, the details of which are given in an associated press dispatch
published below. Miss Mott had been attending summer school in Ithaca and was
taking a pleasure trip on the boat. Her remains were brought to Port Allegany
Monday morning.
Miss Mott was aged about 25 years and was one of Port Allegany's most
charming and most beloved young ladies. She was a school teacher and had many
friends in this place having visited friends here and attended the annual
teachers' institutes since she entered that profession. Her untimely death is
a terrible blow to her relatives and close friends of which she had many and
all who knew her will mourn her untimely demise and sympathize with her heart-
broken family.
Page 1.
Simon Martin died at his home about two miles from this borough on the
Farmers Valley road on Friday, July 2, 1907, aged 69 years and 5 months. He
had been ill for over a year with a complication of diseases but was able to
be out most of the time and his sudden death from heart failure was a great
shock to his family and many friends.
Mr. Martin was born in Germany January 10, 1838, and when quite a young man
came to this country with his parents, and settled in this vicinity. When the
war of the Rebellion broke out he volunteered and fought with the original
Bucktails until peace ws restored. He was wounded in 1865. He bore an
excellent record in the army and was an honored member of McKean Post, No.
347, G.A.R.
Page 1. Ancient History.
At a little pass 5 o'clock on Saturday afternoon, Nov. 20, 1886, Louis
Goodman and Charles Pilk, Jewish peddlers of Bradford, were attempting to
drive across the Buffalo, Rochester & Pittsburg tracks about a mile north of
Raeelas, Elk county, they were struck by an engine used as a pusher to assist
heavy trains up the Raeselas grade, and horribly mangled. The two men were
brother-in-law and were in the habit of traveling together in disposing of
their wares. Louis Goodman was unmarried; and was bout twenty-five years old,
and a son of R. Goodman of Bradford. He was well known in this borough,
having been associated with his brother, Joe Goodman, in the dry goods
business a short time since. Louis was rather hard of hearing, which may have
accounted in a measure, for the terrible accident that overtook them. Charles
Pilk was between twenty-five and thrity years of age. He married a sister of
Louis in June, 1885, the result of the union being a child a few months old.
The remains of the unfortunate young men were laid at rest in the Jewish
cemetery, Bradford, on Monday.
Page 1. Ancient History.
Mitchelmore. - In this borough on Tuesday morning, November 23, 1886, of
whooping cough followed by _ _ _ pneumonia, Charles Henry Mitchelmore, infant
son of Rev. and Mrs. C.H. Mitchelmore, aged 5 months.
Page 1. Ancient History.
Died in Smethport, on Sunday evening, Nov 21, 1886, of Bright's disease,
Mrs. Susie Baker Nourse, and daughter of L.C. Baker, Esq., of Columbus, Pa.,
aged 24 years. Mr. and Mrs. Nourse have been living in Lincoln, Nebraska, for
the past three years. They were visiting friends in this place and were
stopping with Mr. and Mrs. E.P. Carter, the latter being Mr. Nourse's mother,
when Mrs. Nourse was taken seriously ill. She had been suffering for years
with the terrible disease to which she finally succumbed, but her sudden death
was unexpected and was a crushing blow to her husband and friends.
(unreadable section)
The funeral services took place at the residence of Mr. Carter on Tuesday
morning at 11 o'clock and were conducted by Rev. Wm. Bradley. A large number
of friends accompanied the remains to their last resting place in Rose Hill
cemetery.
Aug 8, 1907:
Page 1.
J.W. Scott was instantly killed by lightning while standing under a tree on
Cole Creek at about 9 o'clock yesterday afternoon and a companion. William
Hendricks of Emporium, under the same tree escaped without injury, he being
only slightly stunned by this bolt of lightning.
Mr. Scott was a contractor for Elisha K. Kane, Having the job of pulling the
logs to the railroad, and was in the woods superintending the work. When the
storm came up he and Hendricks took shelter under the tree. They had been
there but a short time when a bolt of lightning struck the tree. It came
almost straight down singing Mr. Scott's eyebrow, his left breast and his left
leg and tore off his left show.
As soon as Mr. Hendricks regained his senses he summoned assistance and Mr.
Scott was taken to the camp, but he was past all earthly aid.
The deceased is 44 yeas of age and is survived by a wife and two grown-up
daughters, the daughters living in Ripley, N.Y. He is spoken of as a man of
excellent habits and character and his untimely death is sincerely mourned by
all who knew him.
The funeral services will be held at the camp at ? o'clock to-morrow
afternoon, Rev. Smith of Farmers Valley officiating and his remains will be
taken to Ripley, N.Y, and laid at rest on Saturday.
Died, at her home in Norwich, on Wednesday morning at 2 o'clock, Mrs. Eliza
Leonard, wife of Harrison Leonard, in her sixty second year. She leaves a
husband, seven children, three brothers and one sister to mourn her death.
Aug 15, 1907:
Page 1.
At Richburg, N.Y., correspondent to this paper says: Last Friday afternoon
Charles Hendrix of Bolivar was killed by lightning. Mr. Hendrix was working
for Mr. Kenyon on his farm below Bolivar. They went to the field for a load
of hay, but had only part of it loaded when a thunder storm overtook them and
they started for the barn but had only gone a short distance when a flash of
lightning killed Mr. Hendrix and one of the horses in the team and knocked Mr.
Kenyon down, injuring him slightly. The other horse was not hurt. Both men
were on the load of hay and Mr. Hendrix had hold of a pitchfork. He was about
70 years old.
Page 1. Ancient History.
The wife of Hon. A.M. Benton of Port Allegany, died on Monday, Dec. 6, 1886,
after a lingering illness extending over many months. Her remains were taken
to Friendship, N.Y. for interment.
Page 1. Ancient History.
The four-months-old child of Westley Champlin, of Keating township, died
Thursday morning, December 30, 1886, of spinal meningitis. This is the second
child that Mr. Champlin has lost from the same disease within the past two
years.
Page 1. Ancient History.
Mrs. Lydia Freeman, wife of Seneca Freeman, Esq., died at her home in
Emporium, about 3 o'clock p.m. on Friday, December 24, 1886, in the 86th year
of her age. She was the daughter of the late David Crow, one of the old
residents of this place. Mr. Crow moved from Massachusetts to Shippen
township, Cameron county (formerly of McKean county) in 1814. He settled on
the property at the mouth of Sinnoniahoning Portage, now owned by Seneca
Freeman, the husband of he deceased. Lydia was married to Mr. Freeman on the
10th of August, 1818. She was the mother of 11 children 8 of whom are still
living. Her husband still lives at the age of 93 but for years past he has
been confined to the house and lately has become insensible to anything going
on around him. About the year 1883 Mr. Crow purchased the property at the
lower end of this borough and moved over here, his son-in-law taking the
property at the mouth of Portage upon which he ahs ever since resided. Mrs.
Freeman was a devoted mother and a dear friend and her loss, even at her
advance age will be deeply deplored by a large circle of relatives and friends.
Page 1. Ancient History.
Mrs. Carrie Specht Corwin died at her home in this borough on Thursday
December 23, 1886, in the 32nd year of her age. Mrs. Corwin was the daughter
of William Specht, Esq., a well known and leading citizen of this place. Her
mother died on the 25th of February, 1881, and since then Carrie has had
entire charge of her Father's household. On the 23rd day of October, 1879,
she married Frank B. Corwin of this place. The result of that union was two
children - both boys - the youngest being a babe only 10 days old on the day
of his mother's death. The decease of Mrs. Corwin was a sad blow to her
husband, to her brother, Will F. Specht, Deputy Prothonotary, and especially
to her father, to whom she was so great a dependence. Carrie was well known
in this community and was beloved by all. She was a devoted wife and mother
and an affectionate loving daughter. The funeral took place at the residence
of her father on Mechanic street which has always been her home, on Sunday at
10 a.m. The large house was filled to overflowing with sorrowing friends and
neighbors. The services were conducted by Rev. J.H. McCandless of St. Luke's
church of which the deceased had been a devoted member for years past. Her
remains were interred in Rose Hill cemetery.
Page 1. Ancient History.
McCarty. - At the residence of her parents in this borough on Friday, Dec.
31, 1886, of consumption, Julia, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jere McCarty in the
17th year of her age.
Aug 29, 1907:
Page 1.
On Friday last the sad tidings reached Smethport of the death of Mrs. Elida
Goodsell, daughter of Mrs. C.D. Comes of this place, which occurred at the
Sisters' hospital at buffalo, at about noon of the above day. She was the
wife of Olin H. Goodsell now a prominent merchant of Salamanca and for several
years a resident of Smethport. Mrs. Goodsell whose maiden name was Elida
Burnham has passed a large share of her life as a resident of Smethport and
vicinity, and was highly esteemed by a large number of friends and
acquaintances, to whom the news of her sudden death came as a _ _ _ blow, as
no warning was given that her ailment and subsequent operations were liable to
result fatally.
Elida Burnham was born in Midland county, Michigan, May 27, 1876. When but
a young girl she came to this county, and later was a resident of East
Smethport for a number of years. She became a very skillful milliner, and at
different times had charge of the trimming department of millinery stores in
Smethport and neighboring towns. On Sept. 1, 1901, she was united in marriage
to Olin H. Goodsell of Salamanca and resided in that town until her death.
Mrs. Goodsell was a woman of charming personality. To the many talents
usually associated with the artistic woman were added the graces of a handsome
appearance; the carefree wholesome, laughing disposition, which wins and holds
the love of friends and helps them over doleful periods in life's journey; a
loyalty to those whom she favored with her regard and a warm hearted
generosity that was marked in many a kindness of charity accomplished with a
self-sacrificing spirit rare indeed in this work a day world. All those who
knew her will miss her more than mere words can tell.
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The remains were brought to Smethport Saturday noon and the funeral services
held at 2 o'clock Monday afternoon, Rev. J.H. McCandless officiated, assisted
by Rev. W.A. Harris of this borough; Rev. G.C. Rafter, of Salamanca, and the
Rev. Mr. Rafter, Sr., of Cheyenne, Wyo. The services were largely attended
and a large number of sorrowing relatives and friends followed the remains to
their final resting place in rose Hill cemetery. The floral tributes were
many and beautiful.
Mrs. Goodsell was a member of the Eastern Star and L.O.T.M. lodges, and the
Coterie of Salamanca.
Sep 12, 1907:
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Two little boys age 3 and 6 years, sons of Mr. and Mrs. Aaron Anderson of
Olmsted, Potter county, were burned to death on Tuesday of last week in a fire
which destroyed their home. The upper part of the house in which the
unfortunate children slept was a mass of flames before being discovered and
thus their rescue was impossible.
Ward Augustus Walters a young man well known in this part of the county
dropped dead last Thursday afternoon in a barn at Colin's camp, about five
miles from this borough.
In company with other workmen the young man was engaged in skidding logs
when a sudden shower came up and they all started on a run for shelter. Young
Walters drove his team to the barn, when he was observed to stumble once or
twice and finally fall down. His companions upon reaching him were horrified
to find that he was apparently dead, and after medical aid was summoned their
fears were confirmed. His death was due to heart disease.
Mr. Walters was about 26 years and ten months of age, and had been a
lifelong resident of Smethport and vicinity. He was a son of the late
Augustus Walters of Smethport, who was a well known member of the famous
Bucktail Regiment, and also came to his death with startling suddenness from
heart disease. Ward Walters was an industrious young man, with many friends,
who were inexpressibly shocked over the news of his sudden demise.
The funeral was held at the family's home near Newerf, Saturday afternoon at
9 o'clock and burial was in Rose Hill cemetery.
Deceased is survived by his mother, two brothers and two sisters to whom the
sincere sympathy of the MINER is extended in this their sad period of
bereavement.
Sep 19, 1907:
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On Friday, the 13th inst., a message came to Colegrove announcing the death
of Mrs. Catherine Altice early that morning at the home of her son in
Jamestown, N.Y. Her niece, Mrs. J.J. Downs, and her many friends had expected
such news some time, as Mrs. Altice was in her 90th year of age, but supposed
her health was as good as usual until the news came of her decease.
Mr. and Mrs. Altice came from Butler Co., Pa., in 1880, when the work began
on building tanks and the U.P.L. station building at Colegrove. Mr. Altice
was a blacksmith by trade, and Mrs. Altice was a tailoress and dress maker.
As the years passed by Mrs. Altice retained her physical and mental strength
better than the husband, and cares of the home, life and mostly borne by her.
During the twenty years of her life there many different ones had been in the
home and all learned to love "Grandma Altice," as they called her. Mrs.
Altice had been a member of the M.E. church for more than fifty years and was
very active and helpful in anything pertaining to the general good. Over
seven years ago the death of her husband occurred and a few weeks later her
son, Samuel Altice, took her to his home in Jamestown, N.Y., where she was
well cared for until death came, just a painless event "a candle all burned
out."
"Grandma" Altice never forgot her Colegrove acquaintances and would say to
her friends and relatives who visited her, that she always had a warm place in
her heart for the ones there and how she missed their words of greeting as
they passed her home and saw her sitting near the door or window busy with her
sewing. The testimony here is "she hath done what she could."
Miss Catherine Johnson was born in Franklin county, Va., on Nov 15, 1818,
was united in marriage to William Altice on June 27, 1839, celebrated their
golden wedding anniversary on June 27, 1889, and died Sept. 13, 1907.
To Mr. and Mrs. Altice were born eight children. Two were buried in
Virginia, Rev. Morten Altice died two year ago and three sons are yet living;
Sam, of Jamestonw; Frank, of Shonnopin, Pa., and Charles of St. Marry, W.Va.
The funeral services were held at Colegrove last Saturday, Rev. Perkins
officiating, and her remains were laid at rest in the Colegrove cemetery.
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Leonia Mac Stull, daughter of the late Baker J. Stull, was born in Farmers
Valley, Pa., May 26th, 1891. When two and a half years old her father, mother
and three brothers moved to California, but remained only one year. Her
father died ten years ago.
She attended school at Meadville three years then went to Niagara Falls
where she attended school until two yeas ago, when her mother returned to
Farmers Valley and she came to Smethport to school, where she won the respect
and love of principal, teachers and pupils. She was of that quiet, lovable
disposition, which always wins the love of these around them. She seemed
happiest when doing for others, and even in her last hours she looked to the
comfort of those around her.
She was spending her vacation at Niagara Falls when taken sick and returned
to her home but was with her dear ones only one week when she was called away,
Friday, Sept. 18. Besides her mother and step-father, she leaves three
brothers, Carl W., John O. and Louis H., and a baby half-sister which she
dearly loved.
The funeral which was private, was held at her late home on Saturday, Rev.
Ware officiating, and she was laid at rest in Fairview cemetery. Her short
life was as a ray of sunlight and though it has vanished from view, the memory
of its purity and brightness remains to better the lives of others. The
flowers were many. Five boxes of beautiful cut flowers arriving too late for
the funeral.
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In Keating township, Feb. 15, 1887, John Martin, aged eight years, ten
months and twenty days.
The deceased was born in Lindorf, German, March 26, 1806. On November 24,
1835(?) he was married to Elizabeth Gross, who died in 1885. In 1874 Mr. and
Mrs. Martin emigrated to America, coming directly to this county and settled
on the farm where they both died. Two children survive them, Simon(?) who
resides in the old homestead, and Mrs. John Hafner of Kasson. Mr. Martin was
one of our old landmarks and was respected by all who were acquainted with
him. The funeral took place in the Baptist church on Tuesday afternoon last
at 2 o'clock, Rev. C.H. Mitchelmore officiating. The remains were laid at
rest in Rose Hill cemetery.
Page 1. Ancient History.
The wife of F.A. Thomas, foreman of the Reporter office, Port Allegany, died
on Monday, February 21, 1887, of cancer.
Joseph C. Wick, a highly respected citizen of Bradford and well known
throughout McKean county, died at his home in that city last Friday afternoon
after a brief illness following a stroke of apoplexy. He is survived by a
wife and two sons.
Oct 17, 1907:
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Died at his home on Hilton avenue, near the Smethport window glass plant,
about midnight Monday, October 14, 1907, Leon Eperthener, the cause of his
death being fatty degeneration and valvular heart trouble. He had been ailing
more or less for several years past, but being of a resolute temperament he
attended to his work as a gatherer in the window glass factory, whenever it
was possible for him to do so. Although it was generally known among his
friends that his malady was beyond hopes of cure by human skill, nevertheless
the end came with unexpected suddenness and was a sincere shock to all who
knew him.
Mr. Eperthener was a thoroughly honest and capable man, conscientious and
faithful in his work, a loving and indulgent husband and father, a friend,
that could be relied upon in an emergency, and kind and charitable to the
utmost of his resources. Leon Eperthener was known among men as a square man,
and when one acquires and deserves that reputation among his fellow workers,
there remains but little more to be said in his praise - that he was "square,"
describes his characteristics more than columns of newspaper comment could
ever do.
Leon Eperthener was born in England, January 15, 1872, and consequently
lucked one day of being 35 years and nine months of age at the time of his
death. When quite young he came to this country, and in 1893 was united in
marriage with Miss Flora Corwen of Bellvernon, Pa., in which town he passed
the larger portion of his life. Aside from his widow, four children, two sons
and two daughters, survive with also a sister, Mrs. Chas. Bonhom(?) of Eldred.
Mr. Eperthener was a member of McKean Lodge, F.&A.M. and of the Amalgamated
Window Glass Workers of America. The local preceptory of the latter
organization furnished beautiful floral tributes and sent their chief
preceptor, John W. Newton, to Bellvernon on the 10:10 in Pennsylvania train
Wednesday morning, which conveyed the remains and the widow and children to
that town.
Funeral services were held at the late home of the deceased at 9 o'clock,
Wednesday morning and were largely attended by fraternal associates and other
friends. The Rev. J. Heber McCandless officiated. Upon their arrival in
Bellvernon the remains were taken in charge by the Masonic fraternity and
burial was made in the cemetery in that town.
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John Stanton a well known resident of Keating township died very suddenly at
East Smethport Monday morning, October 14, 1907. He was taken severely ill
with appendicitis Sunday and Dr. Kane of Kane was summoned and operated upon
the young man Sunday night. The operation was a complete success and
everything seemed to be favorable for his recovery. His sudden death was a
complete and sad surprise to the attending physicians, the relatives and
numerous friends.
John was of a generous and genial disposition and very popular with his
friends. He was a son of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Stanton, well known residents of
Keating Township.
He was born in Keating township, Nov. 4, 1879, and had been a resident of
this vicinity all his life. On Oct. 17, 1903, he was united in marriage with
Miss Mamie Freer of Smethport, who with his father and mother and several
brothers and sisters, are left to mourn his loss.
The funeral services were held at the Union church, East Smethport,
yesterday afternoon at 2 o'clock, the Rev. Jerome Smith of Farmers Valley
officiating. Interment was made in Rose Hill cemetery.
Page 1.
Frank Barry died at his home in Clermont Thursday morning, October 10, 1907,
in the 51st year of his age. Mr. Barry was born and raised in Boston, Mass.,
where he received a fine education. Several years ago he came to this county
where he has been employed in various places. About three years ago he came
to Clermont to reside and during his stay in that place made many warm friends.
For several years Mr. Barry has suffered from heart disease, but kept up
until about three months ago when his failing health compelled him to resign
his position.
The funeral services were held in the Union church at Clermont on Saturday
afternoon, Rev. Hopkins of Hazelhurst officiating. His remains were interred
in the cemetery at Kasson.
The body found on the Pennsylvania railroad track last Thursday morning, of
which brief mention was made in the MINER, was identified as the remains of
William Stewart, who had been employed as a teamster and laborer in various
parts of the county for a number of years past, and was quite well known. He
was aged about 50 years. The remains were buried at the county farm. The
body was found near Clermont, the man having been struck by a train Wednesday
night and nearly cut in two.
Oct 24, 1907:
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Carl W. Gustafson, aged twenty-nine years, who resides on Walnut street was
found dead in the woods Monday about two miles from Kane on the Jo Jo road.
He left his home on Tuesday, October 8, telling his wife he was going to
Jamestown and that was the last she had seen of him.
When first found it was supposed he had been accidentally shot by hunters
but upon examination this proved untrue as no marks were found on his body,
although his face was badly bruised, and one eye injured, where he had fallen
from a log, face downward, this being the position he was in when found.
Burgess Gillis was notified and he instructed, Justice of the Peace, P.D.
Hopkins, Dr. Baker, and undertaker, Costello, to go and get the body and bring
it to Kane. The body was removed to the undertaking rooms of the Kane
Furniture company and prepared for burial. The man had evidently been dead
about six days. The wife and brother were notified of the sad occurrence.
His parents, wife, two children and one brother survive him. The remains
were interred in the Swedish cemetery Wednesday afternoon.
Page 3.
Miss Ida Knowlton, a well known young lady, died at her home in Custer City,
Monday morning, aged 21 years. Her death was caused by a severe attack of
pneumonia.
Page 3.
Hon. David Sterrott, one of the leading citizens of Washington county, died on
Sunday of last week at the age of 71 years. He was a resident of this borough
for a number of years, where he was associated in the practice of law with
Hon. Robert H. Rose, now of Binghamton, N.Y. In 1883-4 he represented this
county in the Legislature at Harrisburg. About nine years age he and his
family moved to Washington county where he continued his success in the
practice of law and in various ventures in the oil business until his death.
He was an honorable and capable man, and the news of his death was received
with sincere regret by his many friends in McKean county.
Oct 31, 1907:
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Ira Burdick, born February 27, 1823(?), died at his home of his grandson,
Ralph E. Burdick of Smethport October 24, 1907.
The deceased was a resident of Norwich township where he had lived almost
eight-five years, and was one of the original members of the old Norwich
Baptist church.
His long life has been one beautifully consistent with the Christian faith
which he professed and loved. His marriage with Miss Armena Brewer was a
happy one of over sixty years, when about two years ago death called his wife
to the better land. Five sons came to gladden their happy home; Wilson R.,
who died Oct. 18th, 1874, Chester A., a business man of Smethport; Dyron F., a
business man of Syracuse, N.Y., Frank A., a farmer of Keating township, and
Emmett F., a railroad business man of Pittsburg.
The pall bearers were the four sons and the flower bearers two grandsons,
A. Sidney and Wade Burdick.
The funeral services were held at the church in Colegrove, the Rev. T.D.
Ware officiating. The text was chosen from Psalm 71:5, "For thou art my hope,
O Lord God; thou art my trust from my youth." These words beautifully filled
a life so long in the faith, and so anchored in God's hope.
The deceased belonged to a family of remarkable longevity, he leaves three
brothers, Ransom Burdick of Weedsport, N.Y., aged 99 years; George Burdick of
Mt. Jewett, aged 88 years; G.A. Burdick of Norwich and one sister, Mrs. Emily
Chapin of Weedsport, N.Y.
Page 1.
Mrs. Nellie Palmer died at her home in Farmers Valley last Sunday morning
after a long illness with cancer.
Mr. Palmer was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W.O. Tyler and was married to C.L.
Palmer who survives her about 24 years ago. She was about 44 years of age at
the time of her death. Mrs. Palmer was a most estimable woman with a host of
friends who received the news of her death with great sadness.
The funeral was held at the Union church, farmers Valley, Tuesday afternoon
at 3 o'clock, the Rev. Jerome Smith officiating. Burial was in the Farmers
Valley cemetery, the Grange having charge of the services at the grave.
Page 3.
M.C. Arnot aged 67 years a resident of Burtville, Potter county, for 16
years, was found dead beside a boiler attached to a portable sawmill outfit
last Thursday morning. The body was found by his son. Apoplexy was the cause
of death.
Nov 7, 1907:
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Andros L. Rifle died at his home in Norwich township on Sunday, Nov. 3,
1907, aged 78 years, after a lingering illness of Bright's disease which had
confined him to the house for the past three years.
During his long illness he has required the constant care of some one of his
loving and nations family. During his painful sickness he has shown that
cheerful and uncomplaining disposition, so characteristic of him.
Mr. Rifle was born in Norwich township where he always resided with the
exception of a few years when he lived in Smethport and conducted a sanitarium
for the late Dr. S.D. Freeman. He was an honest, good natured whole-souled
man who was always ready and willing to give cheer and courage to his fellow
man by kind words or deeds and his pleasant face will be missed by a large
circle of friends.
He was united in marriage to Miss Angeline Wilcox about 50 years ago, who
with five children namely, Frank of Port Allegany, Fenton of Comes Creek, Fred
and Floyd of Norwich and Mrs. Bessie Burdick of East Smethport, survive to
mourn the loss of a kind and indulgent husband and father.
The funeral services were held at the Colegrove church at 2 p.m. on Tuesday,
Rev. Perkins officiating, and his remains were laid at rest in the Colegrove
cemetery.
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Albert R. Sloan, cashier of the Eldred bank and a man widely known and
respected throughout the county, died at his home in Eldred Sunday last of
heart disease. He had been ill for three weeks and for several days his death
had been anticipated. The deceased was a resident of that place during the
past 30 years.
He is survived by three sons and two daughters -Wilton C. Sloan of
Cleveland, O., Harry H. Sloan of Denver, Colo., Mrs. E.L. Mayo of Elmira,
N.Y., Ambrose E. and Jessie M. Sloan of Eldred and Margaret Sloan, adopted.
The deceased was a member of the Blue Lodge of Masons in Eldred, the
Scottish rite lodge of the same fraternity of Coudersport; Zem Zem Temple,
Mystic Shrine of Erie, and the Masonic bodies of Bradford. He was also a
member of the Episcopal church. Funeral services were held in Eldred,
Tuesday, at 1:30 p.m., under the auspices of Trinity Commandery Knights
Templar of Bradford. The Rev. J. Heber McCandless of Smethport conducted the
service.
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On Friday, November, 1, 1907, at 1:30 p.m., occurred the death of Mrs. Sarah
A. Burdick, at the home of her son, Dr. W.P. Burdick of Mt. Jewett, from ills
incident to old age.
The news of the passing of this beautiful life was received throughout this
section of the county with sincere expressions of sadness, as the estimable
lady was a life-long resident, widely known and loved by all. The taking away
of a person with the admirable traits of character possessed by Mrs. Burdick,
creates a vacancy, not only in the fatally circle and in the hearts of close
friends, but with the great number of people who have briefly enjoyed her
company or have been benefited by a kind and noble deed. Hers was a lovely
character - hospitality of the warmest sort being a distinguished trait. The
farm in Norwich township for many years the home of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Burdick,
will be remembered by many a hunter, fisherman or traveler as a haven of rest
and refreshment from which none were turned away. She was a true Christian in
every sense of the term sometimes so narrowly applied. If a charitable act
was on the tapis in her neighborhood, it was safe to say that Mrs. Burdick was
prominently identified with the movement. During a long and busy life she
never shirked what she considered her duty in the care and visiting of the
sick. Many a sorrowful and troubled person has turned to her for consolation
and advice and taken up the burdens of life again cheered and comforted. Warm
hearted, genial in her hospitality, _ _ _ in her charity, loyal to her
relatives and friends, companionable to all, the loss of such a woman is a
blow to any community.
Mrs. Burdick's maiden name was Sarah M. Griswold, a daughter of G.W. and
Elizabeth (Rose) Griswold, natives of Vermont, who were among the early
settlers of Smethport and worthy people who were held in high esteem by
residents of this section. Deceased was born in July, 1822, consequently was
over 85 years of age at the time of her death. On August 3, 1842, she was
united in marriage to George W. Burdick at that time a prominent farmer of
Norwich township, who now at the advanced aged of nearly 88 years is a
resident of Mt. Jewett.
A prayer was offered at the home of Dr. and Mrs. W.P. Burdick at Mt. Jewett
Sunday and then the remains were conveyed to Colegrovve where the funeral
services were held, the Rev. Mr. Perkins officiating. Interment was made in
the Colgrove cemetery.
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Herbert, the 5-year-old son of the Rev. and Mrs. Granger of Allegany, N.Y.,
died Monday afternoon at the Olean hospital from burns received earlier in the
day. While standing in front of a gas stove the child's night own caught fire
and before assistance could reach him he was fatally burned. The Rev. Mr.
Granger is pastor of the Allegany Methodist church.
Page 3.
Mandor, the 5-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Richardson, died suddenly
of lock-jaw at his home in Kosseth, near Bolivar, on Wednesday of last week.
While barefooted about two weeks ago the boy stepped on some glass, severely
cutting his right foot. On Saturday lock-jaw developed and from then on the
boy continued to grow worse until the end came.
Nov 14, 1907:
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James Monroe Childs, a pioneer resident of Larabee, died at the home of his
daughter, Mrs. Lillian Hull in Buffalo, N.Y., on Nov. 4, 1907, aged 78 years.
The body was brought to Larabee Wednesday on Pennsylvania train and taken
immediately to the church in Coryville, where Rev. Smith of Farmers Valley
delivered the funeral address to a large assemblage of relatives and friends
who had gathered to pay their last respects to the memory of the deceased.
Mr. Childs was born in Centerville, N.Y., May 12, 1829, and was a son of
Daniel and Hannah Childs. He came to this region in his youth and has spent
the most of his life in Larabee. In early manhood he was united in marriage
to Elizabeth Chase and reared to maturity 9 children, 7 of whom, with his
widow survive him. The children are: Mrs. Jane Dickenson of Farmers Valley,
Mrs. Ella Dickenson of Olean, N.Y., Mrs. Eunice Peake of Larabee, Mrs. Lillian
Huff, Mrs. Effie bills and Gilbert and Milton Childs of Buffalo.
The flowers were exceptionally beautiful and numerous many of the floral
pieces being gifts from friends of the deceased.
The interment was made in the family lot at Stulltown.
Page 3.
G.A. Johnson, a well known citizen of Mt. Jewett, died in the Bradford
hospital early Tuesday morning. He had been in the hospital about a week, and
his death was due to a complication of ailments. He leaves a wife and family.
Nov 21, 1907:
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Thomas Whipple, a well known citizen of Keating township, died very suddenly
at his home on the Mt. Alton road a short distance from Smethport, Tuesday,
Nov. 19, 1907, after a few days illness of pneumonia.
Mr. Whipple was steady, hard working man, and the tidings of his sudden
death were a painful surprise to his many friends as he had been confined to
the house but a few days. He was born in Little Valley, N.Y., Sept 26, 1862,
therefore was just in the prime of life when his death occurred. He came to
this part of the country about twenty five years ago and soon after married
Miss Addie Sheldon. Seven children were born to them all of whom are living -
two sons, Clyde and Lawrence, and five daughters, Mrs. Phil Vickery, Mrs.
Chas. Dare, Flora, Audrey and Ellen.
The funeral was held at St. Luke's church this afternoon at 1 o'clock, the
Rev. W.E. VanDykes of Kane officiating. The remains were laid at rest in Rose
Hill cemetery.
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Edward Barber, a son of Mr. and Mrs. E.V. Barber of Crosby, the family being
former residents of Smethport, died in a Buffalo hospital Monday, Nov. 18,
1907, the cause of his death being diabetes and other troubles. He was aged
about 26 years.
Mr. Barber was a genial and industrious young man who had many friends. He
was quite an accomplished musician and was well known and popular among band
men in this section.
The remains were brought to Crosby Monday night and the funeral services
were held in the Union church at that place, Wednesday afternoon at 2
o'clock. The burial was in the Colegrove cemetery.
Page 1.
Charles F. Persons formerly editor and proprietor of the Bradford era and
later one of the owners of the Olean Herald here at Stanford, _ _ _ yesterday,
says Wednesday's Era. He had for some time been a patient at a sanitarium
there. Last winter he was obliged to give up his work as assistant general
manager of the American Press Association and seek rest in a milder climate.
He was born in Rushford, N.Y. about 50 years ago. He was placed in charge of
the Bradford Era when a young man and later became proprietor of that paper.
In 1879 he sold the Era to Longwell, Jordan & Co. Mr. Persons was a man of
splendid intellect and most excellent qualities. His death will be mourned by
many friends.
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Resolutions of Respect.
Whereas, God in His divine providence has seen fit to remove from our midst
Sister Nellie Palmer, who was a worthy member of Valley Grange, No. 1190. One
whom all dearly loved, and who ever worked for the good, not only or our
order, but of all mankind.
Be it resolved that we bow in submission to His will, that our charter by
draped for a period of thirty days, that a copy of these resolutions be sent
to the bereaved husband and that they be printed in one county papers.
Sister Henrietta Stull
Sister Satie Cook
Sister Lora Day.
Alfred Norman, one of the pioneer settlers at Kanesholm, died at his
residence Sunday, at the age of sixty years. Deceased settled on the farm,
where he has resided thirty years ago and cleared it up. It was a vast
wilderness at the time but with characteristic energy he set to work and the
result is evidenced in a well cultivated and productive farm. He is survived
by his wife, a son and daughter. The funeral was held on Wednesday
afternoon. Kane republican.
Dec 5, 1907:
Page 1. Ancient History.
The two year old son of Peter Parson of this borough, died on Monday
morning, September 18, 1887, of spinal meningitis.
Page 3.
Peter A. Connelly died in Muskogee, I.T., Wednesday of last week from
typhoid fever. Up to within the past few years he was a resident of Rew City
where he was engaged in oil operations. Mr. Connelly was a Democrat and _ _
_ was a candidate of that party for Member of Assembly from McKean county and
although defeated made an excellent run. The remains were brought to
Titusville where burial was made.
Page 3.
Daniel Murphy of Olean, a brakeman on the Pennsylvania railroad, fell under
a train in that city early Saturday morning, while engaged at his work, and
seven cars passed over his legs. He died within a few hours.
Page 3.
Mrs. Priscilla Rounds died in Olean Saturday. She was one of the oldest
persons in this part of the country, having celebrated her 109th birthday
August 20.
Dec 12, 1907:
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Died at his home in Clermont last Friday after a short illness, Mrs.
Margaret Amend, wife of Bernard Amend, at the age of 77 years.
Mrs. Amend was a lady highly respected in the community where she resided
and one whose death causes sincere sadness not alone to her relatives and
close friends, but among the many who had the pleasure of her acquaintance.
She was a native of Germany and came to America when about 20 years of age.
She was married to Bernard Amend in New York City and not long afterward they
located in Clermont, where they have resided for nearly fifty years. Aside
from the husband, six children survive to mourn the loss of this lovable
woman, three sons - John of Wilcox; Jacob and Martin of Olermont, and three
daughters - Mrs.Emmett Burdick of Pittsburg, Mrs. O.J. Maloney of Punxantawney
and Mrs. J.G. McCarthy of Smethport; William Hafner of Smethport is a brother
of the deceased and several other brothers and sisters survive her.
The funeral was held at Clermont Tuesday and was largely attended.
Page 1. Ancient History.
Died at her residence in this borough, on Tuesday, Nov. 1st, 1887, at 2
o'clock a.m., Mrs. Jeanette J., wife of M.L. Armstrong, Esq., aged 37 years.
Mrs. Armstrong was the daughter of William and Cynthia Ripley, who about fifty
years ago settled on the farm in Keating township, which they continued to
occupy until something over two years ago when they moved to this borough, Mr.
Ripley died in June 1886. Mrs. Armstrong was born and grew to womanhood on
the old homestead. In 1881 she was married to our well known citizen, M.L.
Armstrong, Esq. The result of that union is two children, a boy of 4 and a
little girl of 2 years of age. She was _ _ _ catarrahal inflammation of the
stomach, which finally developed into typhoid fever. Up to the last hours of
her illness her friends had hopes of her recovery. As death approached she
seemed to realize her condition and was entirely resigned to it. At her
request brief funeral services were held at the house which were conducted by
Rev. Chandler of the M.E. church. The pallbearers were members of the
K.O.T.M. and the Smethport Hose company of which organizations Mr. Armstrong
is a member, followed the remains to the grave in a body. The funeral was
largely attended by the citizens of Smethport and vicinity and Mr. Armstrong
and his little ones have the sincere sympathy of the entire community in their
sad bereavement.
Lewis E. Hansher, a prominent citizen of Bradford, aged 64(?) years died at
the Bradford Hospital Sunday last after an illness of several weeks. Mr.
Hamsher was extensively engaged in the oil business and had lived in Bradford
about 30 years. He was highly esteemed wherever known. He leaves a widow,
two sisters, Mrs. J.M. Stevenson of Bradford and Mrs. Benjamin Knapp of
Bristol, Ind., and a brother, F.M. Hamsher, also of Bristol. He was
affiliated with the Episcopal church and was a prominent member of the Masonic
fraternity.
Dec 19, 1907:
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Eva Rachel Barr, beloved wife of James M. Barr, died at 1:30 o'clock Monday
afternoon at the home of her daughter, Mrs. V_ _ E. Digal, No. 488 East Main
street. Mrs. Barr had been ill a long time. Mr. and Mrs. Barr removed to
Clarksburg, W.Va., last summer, but the latter became so ill there that it was
deemed best to bring her back to Bradford, which was done in the fall. The
sick woman was taken to the home of her daughter where everything was done to
save her. The end came Monday suddenly and unexpectedly. Mrs. Barr had
resided in Bradford for 18 years. She possessed a most estimable character
and was sincerely loved for her fine qualities. She was born in Brookville,
Pa., in 1851, and was married in 1870. Two daughters, Mrs. E.T. Langrick and
Mrs. V.E. Digel and two sons, David L. and Charles T. Barr, survive her. Mrs.
Barr was a member of the Methodist church from her childhood to the end. She
was a member of the Rebekah Lodge, I.O.O.F., and the American Insurance
Union. Mr. Barr was in Clarksburg when his wife died, but started at once for
Bradford when the sad news reached him. The family have the sincere sympathy
of all in their loss.
The Barr family were for a number of years highly respected residents of
Smethport and the most sincere sympathy is expressed for the husband, sons and
daughters of this estimable woman to their sad bereavement.
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The eight months old child of Mr. and Mrs. Clarence E. Hitchcock of Bradford
was choked to death by a small piece of apple last Saturday evening. Another
child of the family was eating an apple and the baby secured a small piece and
tried to swallow a particle which lodged in its throat, shutting of its
breath, and before it could be removed the little one was dead.
Dec 26, 1907:
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Martin Burns an old and highly esteemed resident of Keating township, died
at his home in Irish Hollow Sunday last, aged about 70 years. His death was
due to a complication of ailments.
Mr. Burns was a native of Ireland, who came to America when a young man, and
settled upon the farm in Irish Hollow many years ago. His was the experience
of many early settlers in this part of the country - that of winning a home
from the wilderness. He had witnessed and assisted in the transformation of
dense forest lands into fertile farms, and after a long life of hard work
entered into eternal rest with the respect and confidence of his fellow men.
Mr. Burns was a progressive farmer and a good citizen whose death is greatly
regretted.
Mr. Burn's worthy wife died several years ago. He is survived by one son,
Martin, who lives upon the farm.
The funeral services were held Tuesday, the Rev. Father Dugan of St.
Elizabeth's church officiating, and the remains were laid at rest in St.
Elizabeth's cemetery.
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Tuesday, C.A Burdick received a message announcing the death of Geo. W.
Shillenn, which occurred at Punxsutawney Monday night. No additional
particulars have been received but the supposition is that his death was very
sudden and caused from heart disease.
Mr. Shillenn was engaged in the merchant tailoring business in Smethport for
a number of years. He came to this place from Punxsutawney and about a years
ago disposed of his business in town and returned to his former home. During
his stay in Smethport Mr. Shillenn became very popular with a large circle of
friends who were sadly shocked at the sudden report of his death. He was a
member of Smethport Hose company, and during his residence in this town took
an active part in the duties of that organization both in fire service and in
social affairs. He was also a member of the I.O.R.M., and the People's Mutual
Life Insurance Association. He was a kind hearted genial, companionable man
whose death is greatly regretted and the many friends of the family in
Southport extend sincere sympathy to the bereaved wife and little daughter.
Mr. Shillenn was abut 41 years of age.
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Max Himes, a brakeman on the Pennsylvania between Kane and Johnsonburg, met
with a terrible accident at Wilcox one day last week. He fell between two
cars and his legs were so badly crushed that both were amputated at the Kane
hospital. He died at that institution Thursday afternoon.
Word has been received in Olean of the death of Mrs. Nellie Berryman, which
occurred recently in Maribu, Ohio. Mrs. Berryman was for a number of years a
resident of Colegrove and later resided in Smethport. The family moved to
Olean from this place. Aside from her husband, John Berryman of Colegrove the
deceased leaves two sons and two daughters - Frederick and Arthur, and Mrs.
Ames Ross and Miss Alice Berryman.
It is with profound sorrow and deep sympathy for the bereaved ones, that we
announce the death, of Mrs. Thos. L. Kane, which occurred at her home Tuesday
morning after a brief illness of pneumonia. A fitting obituary will be
published later.
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