Beaver Dam, Dodge County, Wisconsin January 1854 thru December 1854 in The Republican Local newspaper announcements for marriages and deaths. Contributed for use in the USGenWeb Archives November 14, 2003 by Bill Porter. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Issues transcribed: January 1854 to December 1854 (Version - 11/14/2003) Transcriber's Notes: The following files were transcribed from a microfilm copy of The Republican newspaper obtained from the Wisconsin State Historical Society. Entries are listed in order chronologically. News items were not reviewed in detail to ferret out every possible entry. When noticed, local news items regarding births, deaths or marriages were also transcribed. Many deaths were reported by other regional or national papers and then reprinted in the news sections of The Republican. I did not systematically transcribe these remote press accounts for this document, as it was my intention to find reports on local residents. Therefore, if you are seeking a particular event in Dodge County during these years, you should consult the microfilm again, to truly satisfy your instincts or hunches. I have done my best, but for any changes or additions please contact me via my email link and I will update any missing elements. I hope this is useful to you, Bill Porter on 14 November 2003. Transcriber comments are shown between [ ] brackets. Volume 1, Number 48; 4 January 1854 Page 2, Column 6, as follows: MARRIED In Markasan, Marquette Co., Wis., on the 29th ult., by the Rev. Mr. Manley, Mr. Miner Porter, of Fox Lake, to Miss Mary Potts, of Markasan. A dollar accompanied the above notice, and the couple have our best wishes for their future prosperity and happiness. We make no charge for publishing notices of Marriages or deaths, but are always glad to do so when furnished us, though it cannot be expected that we can spend our time in looking them up. In Westford, on the 25th ult., by David Blunt, Esq., Mr. John Ferdon to Miss Susannah, daughter of Wm. Bright, Esq., all of Westford. Volume 1, Number 50; January 18, 1854 Page 2, Columns 5-6 as follows: [News item] Racy. – Rather a rich scene in the way of a marriage occurred at the American House, in Juneau, on the 11th inst. A couple, whose names we will not mention, were anxious of assuming the responsibilities of matrimonial life, and accordingly started for the "Gretna Green" of Dodge County. On arrival they stopped at the American, and making their wants known to one of the accommodating proprietors, were speedily furnished with a Justice of the Peace to perform the ceremony. Just as they were about to be made one, up drove a load of promising young men, headed by a heart-broken youth, who loudly proclaimed the inconstancy of the intended bride. It seems there had been an engagement between her and the disappointed youth, to the effect that a similar ceremony should be performed for their joint benefit on the succeeding day, and he having by some means discovered the perfidious intent of the fair one, drummed up a load of his friends and followed with blood in their eyes. Their arrival was timely, being just as the anxious couple were about to pronounce the mysterious little yes, which should forever make them one. The scene which followed beggars description. There stood the almost groom trembling like a whipped kitten. – The bride who, to do her justice, exhibited considerable firmness and self-possession, suddenly found herself taken forcible possession of by the unfortunate lover, and forced to listen to rather an animated lecture upon her duplicity. The candidate for matrimonial honors thinking himself unable to maintain his rights against so many, betook himself to one of the proprietors, told the story of his wrong, and with many lamentations begged that his fair one might be restored to him. He was assured that she should of course be allowed to do as she chose in the matter, and that no one should be allowed to interpose any force to prevent it, upon which she took her place by the side of her favorite, and the knot was finally tied by Esquire Merz, in his usual off hand business manner, in spite of the objection of the unfortunate lover, backed by the argument that “she had agreed to marry him.” The whole scene is described by a looker on as being supremely ludicrous. After the ceremony friend Merz left it seems without receiving the needful, but the groom, thoughtful youth that he was, deposited two dollars in the bar for him, after having studied the Revised Statutes, Session Laws, &c., for about a half an hour, for the purpose, as he said, of seeing “just how much it was necessary to pay to make the thing perfectly safe.” Volume 1, Number 52; 1 February 1854 Page 2, Columns 5 and 7, as follows: [News item] ACCIDENT - It is our painful duty to record, this week, a serious accident which occurred at Lounsbury’s Mill, about two miles below here, one day last week, and by which Mr. Jas. Reynolds was seriously if not fatally injured. It seems they were sliding some timbers down with which to fix the mill, when one of them struck Reynolds in the breast and head, inflicting severe wounds and badly bruising his head. We understand mortification has taken place, and death will soon relieve the sufferer of his tortures. We are not personally acquainted with Mr. Reynolds, but understand he is an industrious man and good citizen. He leaves a wife and family. DIED In this town, on the 20th inst., Lucy Maria, infant daughter of Isaac and Mary E. Grace. Volume 2, Number 1; 15 February 1854 Page 2, Column 6, as follows: MARRIED In Clyman, on the 5th inst., by the Rev. Mr. Dumphey, of Fox Lake, Mr. Thomas Dervin, Deputy Sheriff of this Co., to Miss Ellen Farmer. In Juneau, on the 9th inst., by the Rev. B. Phillips, Mr. Charles S. Birge to Miss Louise M. Coleman, all of Juneau. Volume 2, Number 1; 15 February 1854 Page 2, Column 3, as follows: [News item] Amputation – All for Whiskey We were present, on the second inst., by invitation, at the Poor House, in this county, and witnessed the amputation of Mr. Clark’s (familiarly known as Cooper Clark) right leg, 8 inches above the ancle [sp.]. The left one had been taken off two days previous, at the same place. The operation was performed by Dr. J. H. Babcock, of this Village, in his usual off-hand business manner. The cause of this awful calamity to Mr. Clark, was from freezing. On the evening of the 5th of January, ult., he left a neighbors house for his home, but the load of whiskey he had taken in proved too much for him, and when found in the morning his feet and hands were frozen so that he has now lost both feet, together with two fingers from his left hand, and is a sad spectacle of the evils of intemperance. He is doing well and will probably soon recover. He has no family, and being destitute of means was taken to the poor house. Such occurrences should teach our Legislators that the time has come when a prohibitory liquor law is greatly needed. We were much pleased with the neat appearance of the Poor House, under the charge of B. Orcott, Esq. Who, with his attentive and accommodating lady, seem to do everything in their power for the comfort of the unfortunate creatures under their care. There were, at that time, eleven inmates. Volume 2, Number 4; 8 March 1854 Page 2, Column 5, as follows: MARRIED At the Capital House, in Madison, on the 27th, February, by the Rt. Rev. Bishop Kemper, Hon. Alexander T. Gray, Secretary of State, to Miss Ann Augusta Stevens, all of the above place. In Burnett, on the 19th ult., by J.B. Ribble, Esq., Mr.John Brand, of Oak Grove, to Miss Caroline Sanborn, of Burnett. In Chester, on the 4th inst., by David Moul, Esq., Mr. G. W. Barker, of Beaver Dam, to Miss Emmerette C. Bruce, of Chester. DIED In this Village, on the 6th inst., Wm. Ferris, infant son of Rufus and Betsey F. Loundsbury. Volume 2, Number 5; 15 March 1854 Page 2, Column 5, as follows: DIED In Madison, on Sabbath evening, March 5th, Mrs. Sarah L., wife of Darwin Clark, aged 29 years. At Fond du Lac, on Sabbath morning, 5th inst., at the residence of her father T. F. Strong, Esq., Mrs. Caroline E., consort of Geo. H. Paul, editor of the Kenosha Democrat, in her 23rd year. At Walpole, N.H., Feb. 2, Mr. Jonathan Fletcher, aged 100 years, 5 months and 4 days. He died suddenly in his chair while conversing with his family. He was in the battles of Bunker Hill and Bennington, under Gen. Stark. He voted for Gen. Washington for the first President of the United States, and for Gen. Pierce the last. On his 100th birthday he went into the hay- field and moved a handsome swath some five rods long [80 feet], and afterwards read several chapters in the Bible. Volume 2, Number 7; 29 March 1854 Page 2, Column 6, as follows: MARRIED In Lowell, on the 21st inst., by Rev. Mr. Dearborn, Mr. John Albert Kidney, to Miss Waity Ann Sweet, all of Lowell. DIED At Grand Rapids, Waushara Co., on the 22nd inst., Alice Mary, only daughter of Dr. M. R. and Eliza S. Manchester, aged 1 year and 3 days. The corpse was interred in the Beaver Dam Cemetery. Volume 2, Number 8; 12 April 1854 Page 2, Column 7, as follows: DIED In Marshall, Mich., on the 22nd of March, ult., Caroline, wife of Joseph C. Frink, and sister of Robert J. Norris, of this village, aged 33 years. In Juneau, on the 31st ult., Estermanda, wife of Joel Rich, aged 23 years. At Iron Ridge, on the 6th inst., Mrs. Sterling, wife of Hon. T.B. Sterling. Volume 2, Number 10; 19 April 1854 Page 2, Column 7, as follows: MARRIED On Sunday, April 16th ult., by Rev. J. M. Walker, Mr. Eldredge Smith, of Burnett, to Miss Susanah Lukens, of Mayville, Dodge County, Wisconsin. A half-dollar accompanied the above notice, and the couple have our best wishes for their future prosperity and happiness. DIED In this Town, on the 16th inst., Fanny, wife of Oliver Pettibone, aged 23 years. Volume 2, Number 14; 17 May 1854 Page 2, Column 6, as follows: MARRIED In this Village, on the evening of the 16th inst., by the Rev. Moses Ordway, Mr. Hiram Wood of Rochester, N.Y., late of California, to Miss Caroline J. Robinson, daughter of J. Robinson, Esq., of this village. The printer was remembered, and the parties have our best wishes for a long and happy life. In this Village, on the 14th inst., by the Rev. Reuben Smith, Mr. Hosea Heath, of Beaver Dam, to Miss Lucy Fredon, of Westford. DIED In this Town, on the 15th inst., Mrs. Mary H. S. Hurd, aged 42 years. Volume 2, Number 15; 24 May 1854 Page 2, Columns 4 and 5, as follows: [News item] HO FOR NEBRASKA. – Mr. Wm. Curtis, of this Village, left yesterday morning for an excursion to the much talked of Nebraska. He goes on an exploring tour, intending, should it suit him, to remove his family there this fall. He will be gone some eight or ten weeks. DIED In this Village, on Monday morning last 15th inst., of Consumption, David Post, in the 54th year of his age. Volume 2, Number 17; 7 June 1854 Page 2, Column 7, as follows: MARRIED At the residence of Samuel Boylan in South Beaver Dam, on the 4th inst., by Rev. N. S. Green, Mr Edgar Boylan to Miss Harriet N. Boylan. Also by the same at the same time and place, Mr. Howard Boylan to Miss Delight Howe, all of the above place. [A double ceremony] A liberal CASH compliment accompanied the above two notices, for which the parties have our sincere thanks. We wish them a long, happy, and useful life. Volume 2, Number 18; 14 June 1854 Page 2, Column 7, as follows: [Reprint of Boston paper.] From the Puritan Recorder, Boston, Mass. “Mrs. Mary H. S. Hurd. DIED – At Beaver Dam, Wis., 16th ult., Mrs. Mary H.S., wife of Rev. John C. Hurd, and daughter of Mr. Peter Shumway of Oxford, Mass. Mrs. Hurd was one of the early pupils of Miss Lyon, at the Holyoke Seminary, and imbibed much of the spirit of that excellent institution. She qualified in no ordinary degree, by her natural temperment, education, and grace of the Gospel, to meet the trials and self-denials of her western home. Cheerful, energetic, and hopeful, she diffused an air of happiness around her; and in all her social relations, was an eminent illustration of whatsoever is lovely and of good report. The numerous circle of her friends will sympathize with her husband and motherless children in their deep bereavement. ‘To God alone, While waves of anguish roll, We bring for healing and for hope, The desolated soul.’ [Discrepancy - The Beaver Dam, Republican earlier reported Mary Hurd’s death as happening on 15 May 1854.] Volume 2, Number 20; 28 June 1854 Page 2, Column 5, as follows: DIED In this Village, on the 26th inst., of Consumption, Miss Mary E. Knapp, late of Walworth, N.Y., aged 24 years. Volume 2, Number 22; 12 July 1854 Page 2, Column 5, as follows: DIED In this village, on the 8th inst., Henry Martin, son of William and Hannah Maria Holt, aged 9 months and 27 days. Volume 2, Number 23; 19 July 1854 Page 2, Column 5, as follows: MARRIED In Beaver Dam, on the 13th inst., by the Rev. N. E. Chapin, Mr. Wm. Fox to Miss Mary E. Loomis, all of Beaver Dam. On the 21st ult., at the residence of the Hon. M. B. Champlin, in Cuba, Allegany Co., N. Y., by the Rev. M.E. Wilson, Mr. William A.P. Blakslee, of Ithaca, Tomkins Co., N.Y., to Miss Eliza Marshall, of Auburn, N.Y. DIED In Oshkosh, on the 16th inst., of inflamation of the brain, Lucy Ann, only daughter of James and Lucy Fisher, of Beaver Dam, aged 8 months Lucy Ann eight months on earth and short the space, Has finished the course of an infant’s race; And little I deem it knew of earth, Its vexing cares and fickle worth. Lucy Ann has wept, but she sweetly smiled, As the music of Heaven her soul beguiled; Her thoughts were not allied to earth, Its sorrowful days and fleeting worth. J.F. Volume 2, Number 24; 26 July 1854 Page 3, Column 5, as follows: MARRIED At the residence of Henry B. Phelps, Esq., in this Village, on the 25th inst., by the Rev. N.S. Green, Mr. William S. Haskell, of the firm Phelps & Haskell, Architects and builders, of this place, to Miss Mary Jane Smith, late of Lincoln, Chenango Co., N.Y. Accompanying the above notice was a large and excellent CAKE, to which was affixed the following lines, which we adopt as the sentiment of our printer boys. “Long may they live; may peace be theirs, And all life’s joys, without its cares, Cluster around them. May no ill, Their hearts with dread forebodings fill; But all of which they may partake, Be sweet as was their wedding cake.” On the 12th inst., at St. James’ Church, Woonsocket, R.I., by the Rev. B.P. Talbot, Mr. Charles D. Robinson, of Green Bay, Wisconsin, Editor of the Green Bay "Advocate" and the late Secretary of State, to Miss Abbie C., second daughter of Geo. C. Ballon, Esq., of the former place. DIED In this village [Waukesha, WI] yesterday between 3 and 4 o’clock, P.M., Caleb Barber, in the 21st year of his age. He was taken the night previous with diarrhea – but kept about until yesterday morning about 8 o'clock when a physician was called and pronounced it Cholera. He was brother to Silas Barber, keeper of the Rail Road Hotel in this village. He has left numerous friends to sympathize with his parents and relatives in this sudden bereavement. Also, of the same disease, at one o’clock this morning, Erastus B. Davis, aged 27, formerly of Otsego county, N. Y. These two young men were room mates, and were both taken at the same time. – Waukesha Plain Dealer, July 19th. [Reprinted] Many of our readers [The Republican, Beaver Dam, WI] will recollect the Mr. Davis mentioned above, he having taught singing school in this place and vicinity. Volume 2, Number 22; 12 July 1854 Page 2, Column 5, as follows: MARRIED In this Town, on the 25th ult., by Rev. Reuben Smith, Mr. John H. Matoon, to Miss Julia E. Brown, all of Beaver Dam. DIED In this Village on the 31st ult., Douglass Webb, son of Charles M. and Mary Ann Smith, aged ten months. This tender bud had scarce began to bloom, When his dear Savior called him home. In this Village, on the 28th ult., after a protracted illness, accompanied with frequent fits, Henry B., son of H. W. and Lucy Finch, aged 2 months and 17 days. On the 10th ult., of Consumption, at his residence in Central Square, Oswego Co., N. Y., Garry Castle, eldest son of William Castle, of this Village, in the 61st year of his age. At the Bar of Justice he oft did plead, Then on the Bench he sits as Judge; Though merciful to those in need, For us he’s pleading now above. Volume 2, Number 26; 9 August 1854 Page 2, Column 7, as follows: DIED In Madison, on the 25th ult., of Cholera, Louisa Cornelia, wife of Peter B. Field, aged 23 years. Also - Caroline, wife of D. G. Turner aged 38 [?28?] years. Also – On the 31st ult., of Billious Fever, Charles S. Abbott, aged 28 years. Also – On the 2nd inst., Florence Gertrude, daughter of Peter B. Field, aged 22 months and 11 days. [10 days after her mother, above]. Volume 2, Number 27; 16 August 1854 Page 2, Column 7, as follows: DIED In this Village, on the 12th inst., of Cholera Infantum, Frederick S., son of Mordica and Jennette Vandercook, aged 5 months and 20 days. Drowned. – In this Village, on the 12th inst., James C., son of Lorenzo and Emeline Weeks, formerly of Nanticoke, Broome County, N. Y., aged five years. Who can describe a parent’s grief. Or point the anguish in their hearts. Who was compelled by cruel death, With blessed child to part. Unnumbered tears have trickled down, Their cheeks by grief and sorrow worn, And oft they will in solitude; For their departed James mourn. Although the grave his dist contains, Above where worlds material roll, A residence he there has gained; A Mansion for his spotless soul. Yes, James’ troubles are all o’er, His halcyon soul is now at rest; Disease and pain can never more Disturb the slumbers of his breast. Then weep not parents for your child, Your little one you loved so dear; But to thy fate be reconciled, And wipe away those falling tears. Beaver Dam, Aug. 10 J. F. Volume 2, Number 29; 30 August 1854 Page 2, Columns 5 and 7, as follows: [News item] FATAL ACCIDENT. – We learn a man by the name of Delaney, who three miles north of Eureka, was killed about a mile north of Ceresco on the 22nd instant, about noon, under the following circumstances: - He was coming down to Ripon to purchase a yoke of oxen, and had got on a load of lumber to ride, when one of the wheels struck a stump and threw him off, falling directly before the hind wheel he was rolled over twice, and finally the wheel passed over his middle, killing him almost instantly. He was about 55 years old. MARRIED In Madison, on the 15th inst., by the Rev. Mr. Powers, Mr. Levi Booth to Miss Milly Amelia Downing, all of Madison. DIED In Madison, on the 22nd inst., Arthur F., only child of Benjamin F. and Ethalinda Hopkins. At Britinall Hall, Syracuse, N. Y., on the 2nd inst., of Cholera, Mr. Gilbert F. Shankland, printer, and brother of Robert H. Shankland, Editor of the Cattaraugus (N.Y.) “Republican.” Volume 2, Number 30; 6 September 1854 Page 2, Column 6, as follows: MARRIED On the 22nd ult., by the Rev. J. M. Walker, Mr. Michael Kellor to Miss Phoebe Electa Moore, both od Elba, Dodge County, Wisconsin. DIED In this Village, this morning, of Purpera, Francis Franklin, son of Richard and Mary Jane Underwood, aged three years and one month. Funeral to-morrow forenoon at ten o’clock, in the Presbyterian Church. Friends and acquaintances are invited to attend. Volume 2, Number 32; 20 September 1854 Page 2, Column 7, as follows: MARRIED In New York City, on the 12th inst., by Rev. Mr. Metzbach, Mr. Samuel Klauder, Merchant, of Madison, to Miss Caroline Springer, of the former city. DIED In this Village, Sept. 17th, of Inflammation of the throat. Mary, only child of Hiram and Louisa Dodge, aged 2 years ten months and fourteen days. She is gone, she is gone, to that home above Where all the ransomed go, To sing the Saviour’s dying love Throughout an endless day. Father and Mother once more are called With a dear child to part; To bid the long, the last farewell And from her to depart. A tender flower plucked in the bud, From all pollution free; To meet her Saviour and her God, She thus has passed away. Yes Mary’s gone, forever gone, To dwell in Christs embrace; Where sin and sorrow are unknown, And all are saved by grace. In this Village, Sept. 12th, Lilien C., youngest daughter of William F. and Ann C. Bailey, aged 8 months and 22 days. On Friday, the 12th inst., of Cholera Infantum, Evangeline, daughter of D.M. and Elvira L. Woolly, aged one year 4 months and 6 days. “So fades the lovely, blooming flower, Frail smiling solace of an hour; So soon our transient comforts fly, And pleasure only blooms to die.” Volume 2, Number 33; 27 September 1854 Page 2, Column 5, as follows: MARRIED In Beaver Dam, at the Empire Hotel, Sept 21st, by Rev. J. M. Walker, Mr. Authur Dougan, of Elba, to Miss Dulsy Ett Marvin, of Hastings, Oswego Co., N.Y. DIED In this Village, Sept. 18th, very suddenly, Mr. Warren Ellis, formerly from Thetford, Union Village, Vermont, aged 44 years. Dearest Father, thou hast left us, We thy loss most deeply feel; But ‘tis God that has bereft us, He can all our sorrows heal. Yet again we hope to meet thee, When the day of life is fled; Then in Heaven with joy to greet thee Where no farewell tear is shed. E.D.S. Volume 2, Number 36; 18 October 1854 Page 2, Column 7, as follows: MARRIED On the 15th inst. By Rev. H. Beckwith, of Hartford, Mr. Asel E. Gerred, of Beaver Dam, to Miss Catharine E. Shaw of Rubicon. A liberal fee accompanied the above notice, and the parties have our best wishes for their future prosperity. Volume 2, Number 37; 25 October 1854 Page 2, Column 7, as follows: MARRIED In Trenton, on the 16th inst., by Wm. L. Parker, Esq., Mr. William D. Woodward, of Swanzy, N.H., to Miss Martha J. Houghton, of the former place. In Trenton, on the 18thinst., by the Rev. A. Case, Mr. John M. Lovejoy, of Mackford, to Miss Sarah C. Robinson, of Trenton. DIED In Fox Lake, on the 15th of August last, Caroline S., wife of Mr. M. L. Townsend. In the same place, on the 15th inst., Caroline Huntley, only child of J.L. Townsend, aged three months and five days. “It’s sad – oh it’s sad to be – the last Of what was once a family.” Volume 2, Number 38; 1 November 1854 Page 2, Column 7, as follows: MARRIED In the Town of Oak Grove, on the 27th ult., by the Rev. H. M. Parmelee, Mr. Raymond S. Castle, of Oak Grove, to Mrs. Lydia Philips, of St. Marie. DIED In this Village, yesterday morning of a stroke of Palsy, Dr. Turnis Turner, aged 61 years. In Juneau, on the 26th ult., of Typhus Fever, Mr. George P. Babcock, aged 22 years 1 month and 10 days. Volume 2, Number 40; 15 November 1854 Page 2, Column 6, as follows: MARRIED In Watertown, on the 2nd inst., by the Rev’d Melancthon Hoyt, Mr. George Rhames, of Beaver Dam, and second son of Robert Rhames, Esq., late of Gould, Wicklow Co., Ireland, to Miss Henrietta E. Borbridge, daughter of Edward Borbridge, Esq., late of Springfield, Meath Co., Ireland. DIED In this Village, on Saturday evening last, Mrs. Elizabeth, wife of Rev. Reuben Smith, and mother of E. P. Smith, Esq., in the 61st year of her age. Volume 2, Number 41; 22 November 1854 Page 2, Column 4, as follows: OBITUARY. The death of Dr. D. N. Botsford, which occurred in our Village on Friday Evening, 10th inst., at the residence of his uncle, Judge Rose, spread a pall of gloom over our whole community. The circumstances attending his sudden decease were unusually trying and afflictive. In the prime of early manhood, he sought a temporary residence with us, hoping to be benefited in his health, which had been suffering from an infection of his throat and lungs – and was so much flattered with his prospects of improvement, that his parents had concluded to remove to our Village, for their future home. He was daily anticipating their arrival, when in a moment, preceded by a day of unusual freedom from a sense of crushing infirmities, he had retired to his bed about the hour of nine, and was first admonished that the pulsations of his breast were numbered by a torrent of blood from his lungs. Judge Rose had left a few hours before for Milwaukee, and the inmates of the family had retired to bed, leaving Mrs. Rose alone in the parlor, when hearing a little unusual sound in Dr. B’s room, she hastened to it, and found him, and all about him, covered with his blood. He was calm and composed, and was only able to say, “Say good bye,” and consciousness was gone, and before any other member of the family could reach his bed, he died. The house was soon filled with sympathizing friends – to witness a scene, the like of which, in all its painful connections, we hope never to again behold. His parents arrived late on Saturday Evening last, from Oneida County, N.Y., where the sad news reached them by telegraph, only in time to sadden their hearts, and hasten them in their long and wearisome journey. The funeral was attended on Sunday last, at the Presbyterian Church, by a large concourse of people – deeply sympathizing with the heart-stricken strangers. A young man of unusual promise, thorough education, and greatly beloved by all who knew him, is thus cut down in the very centre of life and usefulness. His place is not easily filled. DIED In this Village, on Friday evening, 10th inst., of rupture of a blood vessel, Dr. David Norris Botsford, late of Augusta, Oneida Co., N.Y., aged 26 years, son of Dr. Eli Botsford, now of this Village. In Cuba, Allegany County, N.Y., on the 4th inst., Fanny Hull, Mother of Orrin Hull, of this Village, and Grandmother of the Editor of this paper, in the 85th year of her age. In Calamus, on the 16th inst., Susan, Wife of Hugh McMullen, aged 37 years. Volume 2, Number 43; 6 December 1854 Page 2, Column 7, as follows: DIED In Granville, Marquette County, Wisconsin, on Tuesday, the 28th ult., of Typhoid Fever, Aaron Kribs, Merchant, late of this place, aged 23 years, 11 months and 28 days. In the death of this estimable young man, Parents, relatives and a large circle of friends and acquaintances, have suffered an irreplaceable loss. His many virtues had endeared him to all who had enjoyed the pleasure of his society, and they unite in sympathy with the afflicted in their untimely loss. He together with his parents and a large number of relatives, was among the earliest settlers of this Village, and his spotless character has endeared him to many by whom he will not soon be forgotten. In this town, on the 14th inst., Sarah Rozeltha, only daughter of Charles S. and Talitha Phelps, aged four years and five months. And we have parted, Rozeltha, thou art gone, Gone in thine innocence, meek suffering one; Thy spirit breathed itself to sleep, So peacefully it seemed a sin to weep. Volume 2, Number 44; 13 December 1854 Page 2, Column 7, as follows: DIED In this Village, yesterday morning, Amine Louisa, daughter of Rev. N. E. and Sarah Ann Chapin, aged 1 year 7 months and 17 days. “So fades the lovely, blooming flower, Frail, smiling solace of an hour; So soon our transient comforts fly, And pleasure only blooms to die. “Is there no kind, no healing art, To soothe the anguish of the heart? Spirit of grace be ever nigh, Thy comforts are not made to die. “Let gentle patience smile on pain, Till dying hope revives again; Hope wipes the tear from sorrow’s eye, And faith points upward to the sky.” Funeral at the Baptist Church at 1 o’clock this afternoon. Sermon by Rev. J. W. Fish. [NOTE: Due to newspaper reporting delays, please check the early 1855 issues of The Republican for additional events which may have happened in the calendar year of 1854.]