McKean County PA Archives News.....Deaths in McKean County Miner Jul-Dec 1907 ************************************************ Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm http://www.usgwarchives.net/pa/pafiles.htm ************************************************ File contributed for use in USGenWeb Archives by: Ronald J. Reid rreid21@cox.net 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 ============== 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 ============== 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. (Article continues at length) 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: Page 3. 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: Page 1. 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. Page 1. 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. Page 1. Ancient History. 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: Page 1. 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. Page 1. 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: Page 1. 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: Page 1. 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: Page 1. 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. Page 1. 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. Page 1. 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. Page 3. 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: Page 1. 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: Page 1. 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. Page 1. 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. Page 1. 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: Page 1. 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: Page 1. 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. Page 3. 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: Page 1. 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. Page 1. 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. Page 3. 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. This file has been created by a form at http://www.genrecords.org/pafiles/ File size: 66.6 Kb