McKean County PA Archives News.....Marriages in McKean County 1874-1878 ************************************************ 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 December 20, 2008, 11:05 pm McKean County Miner 1876 MARRIAGES IN MCKEAN COUNTY From THE MCKEAN COUNTY MINER NEWSPAPER Transcribed by Ronald J. Reid, 2008 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 some were unreadable and some may have been missed. Jan 8, 1874, page 3: Married. At the residence of the bride's father, on the afternoon of Jany 1st 1874, by the Rev. H. Peck, Mr. Everett E. Sprague of Otto, and Miss Eva I. Bonker of Eldred. At the residence of the bride's father on the evening of Jany, 1st 1874, by the Rev. H. Peck Mr. William F. Sprague and Miss Ellen S. Baker all of Otto Pa. The above happy grooms are both sons of F.W. Sprague, of Otto. They did not forget the printer, who in turn wishes them continued happiness and prosperity. In Keating,Dec.31, 1873, at the residence of the Bride's father, by Rev. C. Cornforth, Mr. William R. Taylor, of Smethport and Miss Carrie E. Provin. Printers acknowledged a bountiful supply of cake. At Limestone N.Y. Dec. 25, 1873, by O. Hill Esq., Mr. J.L. Finchbaugh of Keating, to Miss A.L. McKune of Bradford. In Norwich McKean Co., Pa., Jan. 1st 1874, by A.P. Brewer Esq., Mr. J. Windsor of Eldred tp. To Miss Susie Whitmore of the same place. Jun 4, 1874, page 3: Married. COLEMAN-BELL - At the residence of the bride's parents, in New Hudson, Allegany county, N.Y. Wednesday, May 27, by Rev. John T. Marsh, Mr. O.D. Coleman, of Kane, Pa., and Miss Florrie A. Bell, only daughter of N.D. Bell, Esq. SMITH-HUSSEY - At the residence of the bride's father, may 31, by Rev. C. Cornforth, Mr. Geo. L. Smith, of ???? Run, and Miss Hattie Hussey, of Smethport. We tip our well worn beaver to the above happy couple in acknowledgment of the receipt of a very bountiful supply of wedding cake, and other more substantial remembrances, and wish for them most heartily the full fruition of all they may hope for in their journey of life together. Jul 16, 1874, page 3: Married. HOLMES-CORY. - At Coryville, McKean Co., Pa., on the 11 of July, by the Rev. Allen Pechturn, Mr. Francis S. Holmes of Holley, Orleans Co., N.Y., to Miss Ella Cory, daughter of Capt. A.H. Cory, of Coryville. A large company of friends and relatives assembled to wish the fair bride “bon voyage,” in which wish the printer most heartily concurs. Feb 18, 1875, page 3: Married. In Norwich township, at the home of Daniel Gallup, by A.F. Brewer, Esq., Mr. Wilson Gallup to Miss Ella Grigsby, both of Norwich Pa. Mar 4, 1875, page 3: Married. REED-FULLER. - In Smethport, by G.M. Smith J.P., at his residence, Mr. Philander Reed of Potter county, and Miss Mary Fuller, of Norwich. DAVIS-POWERS. - In Norwich township, by A.P. Brewer J.P., at the residence of W.P. Rexley, Feb. 27, 1875, Mr. G.P. Davis of Norwich, and Miss Margaret J. Powers, of Buffalo. Apr 1, 1875, page 3: Married. BARD-McCOY. - At the residence of the brides father, on Tuesday evening March 31st, by Rev. S.D. Morris, Mr. E.H. Bard and Miss Geneva McCoy, youngest daughter of Dr. W.Y. McCoy, all of Smethport. Apr 29, 1875, page 3: Married. WRIGET-GENTHER - At the residence of Mr. (unreadable), April 21st, 1875, by Rev. J.L. Rusbridge, Mr. Henry Wriget and Miss Mary A. Genther, both of Keating township. PATTERSON-CLEVELAND. - At the M.E. Parsonage, Smethport, April 9th, 1875, by Rev. J.L. Rusbridge, Mr. Leslie A. Patterson and Miss Clara A. Cleveland, both of Keating township. BOVEE-BURDICK. - At the residence of the brides mother in this place, Monday evening, April 26, 1875, by G.M. Smith, J.P., Mr. Crane Bovee of ???? N.Y., and Miss Laura Burdick. Jun 17, 1875, page 3: Married. ARMSTRONG-CHADWICK.-At the residence of the Brides father, J.R. Chadwick, Tuesday evening June 15, 1875, by Rev. L.A. Stevens of Olean, N.Y., M.L. Armstrong and Alice E. Chadwick, all of Smethport. Oct 14, 1875, page 3: OVIATT-KIMBALL.-At the residence of the brides father, on Sunday Oct. 10, 1875, by Rev. S.G. Morris, Mr. John B. Oviatt and Miss Hattie Kimball, all of Norwich township. The printer was bountifully remembered, for which we tip our well worn beaver gracefully and gratefully. Dec 2, 1875, page 3: Married. On Tuesday Nov. 30, 1875 by Rev. J.L. Landis of Franklinville, N.Y., at the residence of F.H. Arnold, Esq., Port Allegany, Pa., Mr. Seth G. Rowlet, of Middleport, Niagara Co., N.Y., and Miss Nevada J. Holmes, of Port Allegany. Aug 17, 1876, page 3: Married. CRUMB-HIBBARD - At the residence of the bride's parents, August 16, 1876, by Rev. O.J. Rose, Mr. Andrew V.R. Crumb, of Brookfield, Madison Co., N.Y. and Miss Hattie Hibbard, of Coryville, McKean Co., Pa. Sep 7, 1876, page 3: BARD-PALMER - In Port Allegany, on the 31st Inst., by Rev. D.G. McKay, of Franklinville, N.Y., Mr. Wm. H. Bard, of Franklinville, N.Y. and Miss Martha E., second daughter for the late Nathan Palmer, former proprietor of the Port Allegany House. COOK-TAYLOR - In Corydon township, August 17, 1876 by J.E. Davison, Esq., Mr. Lafayette Cook, of Warren Borough, and Miss Libsie Taylor, of Corydon, at her father's residence. Sep 21, 1876, page 3: NINER-MARTIN. - At Port Allegany, Pa.,on Saturday, September 16, 1876, at the residence of R.E. Whitely, by Rev. E.Q. Miller, Fannie W. Niner, adopted daughter of R.E. Whitely, to Wm. H. Martin, of Brooklyn, N.Y. The bridal party left on the 2:50 p.m. train of the same day upon an extended and pleasant tour to Buffalo, Niagara Falls, Toronto, Philadelphia and New York, occupying two weeks. The printers were kindly remembered with an elegant basket of flowers and a beautiful supply of wedding sweetmeats, in return for which the happy couple will please accept thanks and best wishes for not on a pleasant and enjoyable wedding trip but a happy and prosperous life journey. Nov 9, 1876, page 3: Married. WOLTERS-KELLER. - In Port Allegany, Nov. 6, 1876, at the residence of Mr. Solomon Barrett, Esq., by Rev. J. W. Gamble, Mr. Charles H. Wolters, of this place, and Miss Flora A. Keller, of Port Allegany. FOSTER-COON, - In Friendship, Oct. 27th, at the residence of the bride's mother, by Rev. F.M. Alvord, Mr. Charles C. Foster, of Bradford, Pa., to Miss Hannah M. Coon, of the former place. CLARK-CROCKER - In Tarport,Pa.,at the residence of the bride's parents, Mr. William Clark, and Miss Edna Crocker, both of Tarport. HILLIBISH-KILDAY - In Bradford, at the residence of Mr. J.R. Pomeroy, Esq., M. Joseph Hillibish, formerly of this place, and Miss Susan Kilday, of Brandford. Apr 19, 1877, page 3: Married. - At the residence of ?K. ??? in Genesse, Allegany Co., N.Y. by H.D. Morris, Mr. G.N. Hackett, of Ceres, Pa., to Miss Hannah E. Bell, of Genesse, N.Y. May 17, 1877, page 3: Eldred Items. May 13, 1877. Married.- At Franklinville on Tuesday th 2th inst., Mr. W.L. Curtis, Eldred, Pa., to Miss Grace Wade, of the former place. Married. - At the residence of the bride's parents, Knapp's Creek, on Thursday the 13 inst., by the Rev. Mr. Hoyt, Mr. Walter A. Bennett, of Eldred, Pa, to Miss Emily L. Dean. Aug 23, 1877, page 3: Eldred Items: Married, on Monday, the 20th inst., at the Catholic church, Newell brook, by the Rev. Fther Patterson, James Splane to Mary Butlere, both of Newell brook. Sep 6, 1877, page 3; Married. ROSE-HAMLIN.- At the residence of the bride's parents, in Smethport, Wednesday evening, Sept. 5, 1877, by Rev. H.Q. Miller, of the Episcopal church, Mr. Robt. H. Rose and Miss Lena D. Hamlin, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. Hamlin, all of this place. Sep 13, 1877, page 3: An Elegant Wedding. For nine weeks Smethport society had been on the ??? in anticipation of the expected wedding of Mr. Robt. H. Rose and Miss Lena Hamlin, which took place at the residence of the bride's parents last week Wednesday evening. We regret that our necessary absence from town prevented our giving an account of this splendid affair in our last issue, and a deferred account must necessarily be more meager that we would wish. A large number of invitations had been issued, and the spacious parlors of Mr. Hamlin's residence were well filled with a happy and expectant company of relatives and friends. The ceremony was performed by Rev. H.Q. Miller, in the Episcopal service, and was both solemn and beautiful. Miss Emma Hamlin, sister of the bride, acted as bridesmaid, and Mr. Edward L. Rose, brother of the groom performed the duties of "best man." The elegance of the costumes of the bride and bridesmaid were finely set off by contrast with the conventionally somber, yet rich attire of the gentlemen. The bride's dress was very beautiful and becoming, being of pearl grey gros grain, made a la princess, and trimmed with point lace and orange blossoms. The skirt had a long train of over three yards, the front beautifully ornamented with loops, sashes, and richings of silk, mingled with orange blossoms. The long bridal veil enveloped her entire figure, the filmy gauze giving a halo of indescribable loveliness. Miss Emma Hamlin, the bridesmaid was charming in a cream colored gros grain, made with long corsage basque and trimmed skirt, with scarlet and white flowers in clusters at the throat and waist, long sprays on the skirt and delicate bunches on the sleeves. After the ceremony Miss Emma threw the veil from her sister's face and Mrs. Rose received the congratulations of her relatives and the many invited guests. The floral decorations were beautiful beyond description and were mainly the handiwork and taste of Mrs. Fred Johnson, of Larrabee. The most elegant of all was a large floral marriage bell. We cannot undertake a description of it, as our pen is not equal to the task. Suffice to say that it was exquisite and beautiful in the extreme, and as a specimen of Mrs. Johnson's taste and skill cannot be surpassed. The presents to the bride were numerous, and many of them very costly. The following are the most prominent: Deed to new house and lot on Main Street, Smethport, from the father of the bride. Very elegant sewing machine, silver mounted and in rosewood case, from the brother of the bridegroom. Gilt clock in glass case Parlor fountain. Silver water set, very beautiful. Silver butter dish. Silver ??? pitcher Silver pie knife Two silver napkin rings. Silver and glass pickle dish. Silver fruit dish. Silver card receiver. Silver castor. Set of cameos-necklace and ear rings, Gold bracelet inlaid with ruby. Gold thimble. Burns' complete poems. Moore's complete poems. Family Bible. Basket of flowers with monogram in center. Lamp screen of very elaborate workmanship. And many other articles "too numerous to mention." After the wedding ceremony and congratulations had been concluded the company sat down to an elegant supper, after which the time passed pleasantly in social exchanges until the departure of the guests at about midnight. The next day Mr. and Mrs. Rose started on an eastern tour including a visit to the former home of the groom in Susquehanna county, this State. It is expected that they will return in time for the September Court. A more elegant wedding has never been witnessed in Smethport or the county, and seldom have a young couple ever started out on the journey of life together with brighter prospects or accompanied by heartier or more earnest blessings and good wishes. Yet it seems all well deserved. Since Mr. Rose's residence in Smethport (some five or six years) he has gained a host of friends by proving himself honorable and clean-souled, a steadfast friend and a genial companion. The lady of his choice was born and brought up in Smethport, and is well worthy of her good fortune. Possessed of all the culture and accomplishments that could be bestowed by the careful training of a fond mother and the open purse of an indulgent father, she is well fitted to grace their beautiful home with dignity and good taste. Both have our heartiest congratulations and last wishes for future happiness and prosperity. Oct 25, 1877, page 3: Married. WHITE-GALLUP.- At the residence of the bride's mother, Sunday, October 21, by Wm. Heinemann, Esq., Mr. A.C. White and Miss Hannah A. Gallup, all of Norwich township, McKean county, Pa. Jan 10, 1878, page 3: Married. SMITH-GALLUP.- At the residence of the bride's parents, o Christmas day, by Rev. O.J. Rose, Mr. Fred E. Smith, and Miss Carrie N. Gallup, the former of Norwich, and the latter of Keating. RUMSEY-EATON.- At the residence of the bride's parents, on New Year's day, by Rev. O.J. Rose, Mr. Frank W. rumsey, and Miss Nina L. Eaton, all of Smethport, borough. WHELAN-GLENN.- At St. Elisabeth's R.C. Church, Wednesday, Dec, 26, 1877, by Rev. Father Smith, Mr. F.J. Whelan, of Titusville, Pa., and Miss Eliza Glenn, only daughter of Hugh Glenn, of this borough. Feb 21, 1878, page 3: The wedding of Mr. Judson J. Newman of Buffalo, N.Y. to Miss Flora Taylor, of Smethport, took place yesterday, (Wednesday) at 10 a.m. at the residence of the bride's mother in this place. The nuptial knot was tied by the Rev. H.Q. Miller, the ceremonies being witnessed by a large circle of friends. Many valuable presents were received by the bride. The happy pair left for Buffalo on the 2 p.m. train, followed by the wishes of a host of friends for a pleasant voyage over the sea of life. We regret that the illness and consequence absence of the editor from the wedding prevents a full description of the happy event for this issue. Hymenal. The wedding of Mr. Eugene Quackenbush and Miss Ella Sartwell, took place at the residence of the brides father C.K. Sartwell, Esq., in this place, on Wednesday evening last, and was attended by a large number of guests, both from home and abroad. A large delegation was present from the Oil Exchange, at Tarport, who brought with them some very handsome and valuable presents for the bride. The house and grounds were brilliantly illuminated and tastefully decorated. The Rev. J.C. Whiteside performed the marriage ceremony in a very becoming and impressive manner. The bride was dressed in a cream-colored silk, cut princess style, trimmed with point appliqué, bridal veil, orange blossoms, point lace at her throat pinned with a diamond. Minnie Davis (bridesmaid) white tulle, corsage of pale blue silk, trimmed with same. Matie Sartwell (bridesmaid) whie tulle, pink satin bodice, trimed with same. Ethel Armstrong (bridesmaid) same as Miss Matie Sartwell. The toilets of all the fair ladies present were very becoming and elegant, among the most noticeable being: Miss Quackenbush, wine-colored silk, trimmed with velvet and real lace. Mrs. Quackenbush, (mother of bride groom) silk velvet underskirt, with moiré antique overdress, with real lace. Mrs. Rev. H.Q. Miller, pearl-colored silk, cut princess. Mrs. S.V. Godden, black silk. Mrs. Robt. H. Rose, pearl-colored silk, cut princess, elaborately trimmed with flowers. Miss Emma Hamlin, cream colored silk trimmed with flowers. Miss Mollie Hamlin, black silk skirt, cameo silk bodice, trimmed with guipure lace. Miss Flora Taylor, black silk, cut princess, with point lace. Miss Mary Shaw of Buffalo, black silk, cut princess. Mrs. F.N. Blakeslee, of Olean, lavender silk, cut princess, with point lace. Miss Emma Backus, black silk skirt, with blue silk waist. Miss Cora Backus, black silk skirt, with lavender silk waist. Mrs. M.A. Sprague, white swiss mull, cut princess, trimmed with pale blue silk and flowers. Mrs. H.F. Barbour, plum-colored silk, cut princess with basque and trimmings of plain-colored velvet. Miss Mollie King, white swiss mull, trimmed with flowers. Miss Beta Sartwell, white tulle, bodices of cherry-colored silk, trimmed with flowers. Mrs. S.D. Freeman, black silk, trimmed with silk velvet. Mrs. G.A. Berry, of Bradford, fawn-colored silk trimmed with velvet of same shade. Mrs. B.D. Hamlin, brocaded silk, trimmed with black silk velvet. Mrs. S.F. Wheeler, of Kendall, black silk. Mrs. H.S. Sartwell, ashes of roses silk, trimmed with flowers. Al the other ladies were dressed elegantly and richly, but our reporter became crazed in putting the above together, and with the insane asylum in view dare not continue. The bride was the recipient of many valuable presents, among which were the following: 1 doz. Tea spoons, solid; half-dozen table spoons, solid; 1 French clock and ornaments; 1 Bohemian ornament; 1 sugar spoon and butter knife; 1 butter knife, solid; 1 pie knife, solid; 1 berry spoon, solid; 1 butter dish; 1 individual ring; salt & pepper; 1 card receiver, bouquet holder, green glass; 1 card receiver, bouquet holder, plain glass; 2 pickle castors; 1 pair candle sticks; 1 large picture; 2 cake baskets; 1 lace collar and handkerchief; 1 silver ice pitcher, 2 goblets, and slop bowl; 1 set pillow shams; 2 cushions; 1 lace barbe; 1 tidy; 1 bureau cover and cushion; 1 writing desk; 1 fluting machine; 1 shaving paper case. In addition to the above the members of the Tuna Valley Oil Exchange presented with their regards and best wishes a Solid Silver Tea Service of six pieces and an elegantly decorated china service of 125 pieces. March 21, 1878, page 3: The Ernhout-Taylor Wedding. For many days it has been no secret that Captain Ernhout, of Wilcox, and Mrs. A. E. Taylor, of this borough, were to be married on Wednesday of this week. The event was anticipated with more than ordinary interest by the very large circle of acquaintances and warm friends of the parties, and at the appointed hour (11 a.m.) yesterday morning the spacious parlors of the family residence were comfortably filled with personal friends and invited guests of the bride and groom. Most of the prominent families of the borough were represented, and there were also present a large number of the Captain's friends from Wilcox and Ridgway. Rev. S.D. Morris performed the ceremony, which was brief and impressive. The individual congratulations of the entire company were then received by Mr. and Mrs. Ernhout, which were given and received in a more heartfelt, and in a number of instances affectionate, manner than is often witnessed. The gallant Captain and lady are evidently the fortunate possessors of many warm and affectionate friends, which feeling they seemed to heartily reciprocate. Full justice was done by all to the bountiful wedding breakfast which is quantity and quality fully met the strictest requirements of the occasion, after which the company gradually dispersed, mingling with their adieus renewed congratulations and good wishes for the brightest and happiest future. Captain and Mrs. Ernhout left for Washington on the afternoon train. Apr 11, 1878, page 3: Taken a Partner. J.P. Wendell, our enterprising grocer, has taken Miss Eliza D. Gallup, daughter of Philetus Gallup, of Keating township, into partnership for life. The ceremony was performed at the residence of the bride's parents yesterday, with the assistance of Rev. J.C. Whiteside, and the family friends and a number of invited guests as witnesses. A large circle of warm friends unite in wishing for the new firm a long life full of happiness and worldly prosperity. Apr 18, 1878, page 3: Married. BUCHANAN-RUTLEDGE.- At the residence of the bride's parents in Corydon, Pa., March 20th, Mr. Orio J. Buchanan and Miss Mila A. Rutledge. DRAKE-WOODMANCY.- At the residence of Andrew Bush, in Keating township on Monday evening, April 14, 1878, by C.M. Smith, Esq., Mr. Jackson Drake and Miss Lucinda Woodmancy, both of Eldred township. Apr 25, 1878, page 3: Married. STICKLES-KENT.- At the residence of the bride, in Pleasant Valley, Potter Co., Pa., by Rev. J.G. Sanders, April 20, 1878, Mr. Hiram Stickles of Smethport, Pa., and Mrs. Dorcas Kent, of the former place. May30, 1878, page 3: J.H. Blever was married last evening, at the residence of the bride's parents, to miss Milly A. Irons, by Rev. J. C. Whiteside. The many friends of the bride and groom unite in bestowing upon the happy and well-mated couple their earnest congratulations and wishes for a long, happy and prosperous life together. Jun 20, 1878, page 3: Married. MARSH -WILCOX.-May 30th 1878 at Norwich, Pa., by Rev. O.J. Rose, Mr. Stephen March and Miss Nettie O. Wilcox. ROSE-GREELEY.- At the residence of T,H. Colegrove, in Norwich, Pa., on Thursday, June 13, 1878, by O.D. Gallup, J.P., Walter G. Rose, of Oil City, Venango Co., Pa., to Miss Aetmusa M. Greeley, of Norwich. (the spelling of the brides given name is only a guess.) Jul 11, 1878, page 3: GORTON-EATON.-In Smethport, June ? inst., by the Rev.O.J. Rose, Mr. ???? Gorton and Miss Lou Eaton, all of this place. ALLEN-OVIATE.- At the residence of the bride's parents, July ?, 1878, by the Rev. O.J. rose, Mr. Miles N. Allen of Beaver ???, Mchuyer county, N.Y., and Miss Emma Oviatt, of this place. 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