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- [S209] Daniel C. Hyde, Early Obituaries of Potter County, PA, M.S. Thompson, King, Mann, Freeman,.
Complete file attached; excerpts in Notes, highlights: - WILLIAM AYERS (murder) On Wednesday, June 15th (1898), - N. B. BEEBE died at his home in Odin, PA, after a terrible illness of only six hours, on November 12, 1894, Mr. N. B. Beebe in his 68th year. - SAMUEL BEEBE - One of best known citizens of Oswayo, died at his home in that place, Monday, August 31, 1896 after illness of ten days. Born at Columbus, NY, May 22, 1827. - FRANK BELL died Sunday, April 1, 1894 in Washington, D.C., age 58. Born at Ceres of English parents, inclined to the Quaker faith. In spring of 1861 helped to raise and organize co. 1 of the 42nd PA vols., Col. Kane's old Bucktails, of which company he was First Lieutenant, then Captain. Served with honor during whole of war, and retained in service during part of reconstruction era. Shot through the body at Antietam; one lung entirely destroyed; with this wound still open, he insisted in going into battle with his command at Gettysburg, where he lost a leg. - ISAAC BENSON died at his home in Coudersport Sunday morning, March 11, 1894, age 76 years, ... Born in Waterford, Erie County, PA, June 8, 1817. In 1856 was elected to the state legislature - JAMES B. BENSON died Saturday night, May 30, 1897. Only son of Isaac and Eugenia L. Stebbins Benson. Born May 30, 1863; classical education at Univ. of PA. Studied law with Wayne McVeigh of Philadelphia; - CAPT. DENNIS H. CHEESBRO - ... killed at the Battle of Dallas, in Georgia, - ELLEN M. CHEESBRO died in Homer, Apr. 9, 1865, age 17 yrs. and 20 days. - MRS. LAVERNA HALL CHESBRO died in Homer, PA, Feb. 16, 1882, aged 59 years. Born in Groton, NY, and came to Potter County about 1828... (daughter of Dennis Hall, Sr.) - JOHN DINGMAN died Aug. 6, 1878, at residence of his son Henry, in Hebron, age 91. - WILLIAM DINGMAN, ..., died August 4, 1894, age 61 years, ... Englisted in Co. H, 46 Reg. PA Vols, marched with Sherman ... In 12 large battles and one time under fire for 60 successive days. Wounded in one leg - MRS. T. J. GILBERT - Rose (Koon) Gilbert, born December 18, 1851 in Livingston County, NY, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harrison Koon. Married T. Joseph Gilbert, June 4, 1875, at Coudersport. - JONATHAN GLACE died Friday morning, December 23, 1887, of Lymansville, age about 70 years. - DENNIS HALL - On Saturday, July 6, 1912, Dennis Hall, ... passed away at the Warren Asylum, where he had been for the past twenty three years ..., dying at the age of 86... youngest of the children of Dennis Hall, - ORANGE LEWIS HALL - ... was born in Homer township, Potter county, April 18th, 1851... paternal grandfather, Dennis Hall, Sr. was born and lived to about thirty near Groton, NY. - LUZERNA HAZEN, died in Roulette, Oct. 31, 1879, of consumption, wife of William Hazen, age 34 yrs. 10 mo. 27 days. Youngest daughter of late George Weimer. - NATHAN T. JACKSON died in Ulysses, Feb. 2, 1877, age 39 years. Born at Spring Mills, Allegany Co., NY, Feb. 22, 1838. - MR. HARRISON KOON died at the home of his daughter on Ayers Hill, March 10, 1902, age 85 years. Born July 16, 1817, at Springwater, Livingston County, where early part of life was spent... Married Miss Nancy Shay, June 20, 1846. Five children. Two died in childhood. - MRS. HARRISON KOON - On Saturday morning, October 29, 1887, after a long and lingering illness - ERASTUS DELANO LEWIS - ALGERNON SIDNEY LYMAN died January 22, 1913... Born in Rutland, Vermont, April 28, 1840, son of Eleazer and Mary E. (Hollister) Lyman.... In 1861.. married Rachel Taggart by whom he had seven children; ... - ELEAZER LYMAN died at his home in Oswayo (Eleven Mile), PA, Feb 4th, 1878, age 85 yrs. Born in Whitingham, Windham Co., VT, June 12, 1793, died Feb. 4th, 1878. Was a carpenter ... Soldier of 1812 - JOHN LYMAN died at residence of his daughter, Mrs. P.A. Webb, in Eulalia, March 8, 1880, age 90 yrs.... In 1811 assisted in surveying the Pine Creek Road... son of Major Isaac Lyman. - LEA S. LYMAN died in Oswayo, Sept. 24, 1880, age 4 yrs., 3 mos. and 12 days. Also Sept. 30, 1880 Maude R. age 12 yrs. 6 mos. 22 days. They were the youngest son and oldest daughter of A.S. & Rachel Lyman. - MAY ELIZABETH LYMAN died Mar. 22, 1875, at Oswayo, in 12th yr. of age, daughter of A. Sydney Lyman and Rachel Taggart Lyman. - CAPT. OTIS LYMAN died at Cambridge, Mich., Nov. 21, 1876, age 72 yrs. He was a brother of Burrell Lyman. - MRS. SOPHIA WOOD LYMAN was born August 25, 1816, in Hampton, Washington County, NY. She was married to Benj. F. Lyman on September 29, 1847. He died July 5, 1901. - MRS. CAROLINE S. REES ... where the large glass plant is under construction.[Center Park Street? -jcw 20140420] - CATHERINE SHAY died in Sweden, Monday night, Feb. 17, 1879, Catherine Shay, wife of Michael SNYDER, in 61st yr. Born in Livingston Co., NY, came to Potter county in 1842. - HON. WILLIAM SHEAR - TOBIAS FREDERICK SMITH died at Sheridan, Michigan last week, was born in Hesse Cassel, Prussia, in 1849. Was Principal of the Sheridan school - WILLIAM SNYDER died at his home in Sweden, Nov. 17, 1910;... Born 1840 in Livingston County, NY, moved with his parents to Sweden when two years old. Married Dec. 23, 1866 to Mary Neefe. - ASSOCIATE JUDGE CONSIDER STEARNS - .., had cut a large gash in his throat with his razor, but failed to sever the juggler vain. ... Fred Andrews was the first to reach the house and a few minutes later Sam Thompson arrived. ...Later - as we go to press we learn that he is dead. - MRS. SARAH STEARNS died at her home, Shinglehouse, Sept. 12, 1888, wife of Consider Stearns, in 70th year of her age. Born in Alfred, Allegany County, NY, June 26, 1819. When about thirteen she came to Hebron with her parents, George and Britty Stillman. - SARAH G. STEARNS - Potter County Jornal, May 11, 1893; Sarah G. Stearns died at her home in Hebron, April 29, 1893. Eldest child of George and Laura Weimer, born Oct. 29, 1844 at Williston, - LYMAN B. TAGGART died February 8th, 1888, ... in Coudersport at home of his sister, Mrs. Luman F. Andrews. - SETH TAGGART died January 1, 1877, after long illness at his home in Eulalia, age 68. - MRS. CORA (Mann) THOMPSON died Nov. 8th at one o'clock a.m. 1899. ... - M.S. THOMPSON - MILES THOMPSON - born February 9, 1802;... - WILLIAM W. THOMPSON - ZENAS J. THOMPSON - E. H. TUCKER - MRS. O. R. WEBB - (Polly Ann Lyman ) - WILLIS D. WEIMER - WALTER WELLS - Ex-Sheriff Wells died at his home in Oswayo, ...Married Nov. 13, 1858, Sarah M. Lyman, of Oswayo,... They have four children: Arthur G., Ernest L., Myrtle W., and J. Walter. - REV. EDWIN WILDMAN, A. M. - ... prepared for college at Alfred and Lima, graduated from Union College, with highest honors of his class. - ESTHER WILDMAN, daughter of Rev. E. and Helen Wildman, died in Coudersport on 7th inst., age 3 mos. and 10 days. - HELEN R.P. WILDMAN, wife of Rev. E. Wildman, ... , died of congestion of brain and lungs ... Age 35 yrs. - MRS. CORDELIA A. WILLIAMS died in Columbus City, Iowa, Sept. 23, 1866, wife of G.B. Williams and daughter of L.D. Spafford, of Eulalia Twp., age 37 years, ... of consumption. - DELILAH WILLIAMS died January 10, 1898 at ... home of her son, Moses G. Williams, - ASSOCIATE JUSTICE HENRY W. WILLIAMS born at Harford, Susquehanna County, July 30, 1830. Began study of law at Montrose, PA, January 1852. ... -
Complete file attached; excerpts in Notes, highlights:
WILLIAM AYERS (murder) On Wednesday, June 15th (1898), neighbors of Wm. Ayers, Wharton Township, noticed his domestic animals were being neglected. John Mahon and son, Warren, investigated. They found a ladder against back of house near window of room occupied by Ayers, in second story. Found the old man on the floor in his room, near the bed, head battered, bullet wound in temple and marks of throttling on throat. The house was ransacked from top to bottom to discover money he was supposed to have. Coroner Gustin notified and District Attorney Heck. On Thursday an autopsy was held. Bullet passed downward to mouth without touching a vital spot. Death caused by strangulation or blow on head. Mr. Ayers had a housekeeper, Mrs. Farley, but she had gone to a neighbor's house Tuesday on account of a quarrel between the two. Her son, David Miller, about 20, had been making his home there, but had some trouble with Ayers and was working at a lumber camp in Mahon Run, near the Ayers farm. Arrested on Friday and given a hearing before Justice Seibert on Monday. Ayers was about 65 years; always lived on the farm where he died, on main road from Wharton to First Fork. The house, a comfortable modern farm house, situated near the road and but a few rods from dwellings of Warren Mahon and his father John Mahon, whose farm joins the old Ayers homestead where William was born. Deceased was honest, frugal and peaceable, in poor health from disabilities contracted in army, but with undue appetite for liquor, in which he had been indulging just before he was murdered. Been at Coudersport a few days before and received from his attorneys 200 on a debt due him. Not known how much he carried beside this. On return had visited Blowville, a lumber town on Bailey Run and exhibited some money while drinking there. In good circumstances, leaving property to amount of $2,000 at least. A will, made December 31, 1897, leaves all his property to his brother, S. Freeman Ayers, but the will is liable to be contested.
N. B. BEEBE died at his home in Odin, PA, after a terrible illness of only six hours, on November 12, 1894, Mr. N. B. Beebe in his 68th year.
Coming in childhood with his pioneer parents from New York State, he had few of the advantages of culture, Potter County now offers her young. But his was the conscientious energetic mind that must and will have knowledge, and he acquired much from books, ever remaining a devoted student. He spent many years as instructor in various public schools, teaching in Lewisville, this county, forty-six years ago. He was at one time a teacher for two years in the Academy at Woodhull, NY.
For several years a resident of Deposit, he was their twice elected Justice of the Peace. Mr. Beebe was always an ardent supporter of morality, a man whose heart was most tender and faithful to the many friendships he formed among lovers of books and humanity, wherever he went.
As a politician, he was sent as one of the delegates to the first National Convention of the Republican party, and remained in its ranks to the end, proudly casting his last ballot for the prohibitory law of Potter County, on the ticket for Mr. Leonard and Mr. Eaton.
Yet, so great was his enmity to the saloon and the still - including in his charge of blood guiltiness even older - he often lamented the apathy of his party on the temperance question, fearing it would bring disaster to the country.
Twice wedded, he leaves by his first marriage a son, Mr. H.H. Beebe, of Odin, PA, in whose family he found a dearly loved home, and by his second, a daughter, Mrs. Axtell of Lincoln, Neb.
Mr. Beebe had but recently returned from along visit with devoted relatives and friends in Sylvester, Tioga County, PA. He had not seemed quite well for a few days, but breakfasted with the family as usual that morning. Soon after he was seized with a severe pain near the heart, which at 1:30, ceased to beat.
Funeral services were conducted by the family pastor, Rev. C.T. Edwards, of Coudersport, assisted by Rev. Jordan of the U.B. Church of Odin, and the remains laid to rest in the beautiful cemetery in the forest, on the 14th inst., to await a glorious resurrection. A Friend.
SAMUEL BEEBE - One of best known citizens of Oswayo, died at his home in that place, Monday, August 31, 1896 after illness of ten days. Born at Columbus, NY, May 22, 1827. His family moved to Allegany County in 1835 and lived at Alfred several years. Previous to 1867, Mr. Beebe conducted a woolen mill at Independence. In that year he moved to Oswayo and entered the mercantile business. Soon turned his attention to the business of pension agent and justice of the peace and was known personally to nearly every old soldier in the county. His success in securing pensions was remarkable. He told the writer less than a year ago that there were sixty veterans residing in the town of Oswayo and that every one of them drew a pension that he had secured.
Mr. Beebe was married in September 1847 to Dorothy Colvin, Of Independence and six children born to them. Mr. Beebe served one year as Associate Judge of Potter County, three years as county auditor. Beloved by all who knew him and his death will cause sincere sorrow at Oswayo. Was a genial, Kindly man whose example was worthy of emulation. (Ceres Mail)
FRANK BELL died Sunday, April 1, 1894 in Washington, D.C., age 58. Born at Ceres of English parents, inclined to the Quaker faith. In spring of 1861 helped to raise and organize co. 1 of the 42nd PA vols., Col. Kane's old Bucktails, of which company he was First Lieutenant, then Captain. Served with honor during whole of war, and retained in service during part of reconstruction era. Shot through the body at Antietam; one lung entirely destroyed; with this wound still open, he insisted in going into battle with his command at Gettysburg, where he lost a leg. Compelled to give up active military life, was transferred to the Veterans' Reserve Corps. Was clerk in War and Interior Departments. For many years a special examiner of the Pension Bureau, serving in different parts of the country, from Kansas to Florida; in New York and Pennsylvania. Fine literary taste and has written many beautiful things, many of which have appeared in the Journal. One in this issue.
My Dead: Over the mantle a group I see, the faces of dear ones gone before,
A father and mother now waiting for me on the other side of the unknown sea
which we all must cross, to return no more.
A brother who fell `mid the deadly strife of a battlefield
as he led his men where the air was with hurtling missles rife,
And hand to hand was the struggle for life
As our broken lines were stored again.
ISAAC BENSON died at his home in Coudersport Sunday morning, March 11, 1894, age 76 years, 7 months, 3 days. Born in Waterford, Erie County, PA, June 8, 1817. Attended academy at Waterford and studied at Warren, PA, and entered as student the office of Struthers, Johnson and Brown, attorneys at Warren. Admitted to the bar at that place in 1844. Began practice with that firm where he remained about a year. June 11, 1845, located in Coudersport and soon obtained a remunerative practice.
In 1856 was elected to the state legislature and to the state senate in 1859. December 14, 1857, he married Eugenia Laura, only daughter of Pierre A. and Almira (Burbdage) Stebbins, of Coudersport. She was born at Hammondsport, NY, November 17, 1832. Their only child, James Benson, born May 30, 1863. He graduated from the University of PA and was admitted to the bar in June 1884. On December 3, 1884, he married Miss Katherine Hodskin, daughter of Albert A. and Celina (Johnson) Hodskin.
JAMES B. BENSON died Saturday night, May 30, 1897. Only son of Isaac and Eugenia L. Stebbins Benson. Born May 30, 1863; classical education at Univ. of PA. Studied law with Wayne McVeigh of Philadelphia; admitted to bar in June 1884. From a boy was distinguished by his gentlemanly manners, dignified bearing, and rare intellectual attainments. Inheriting qualities of two families of high standing, had best of prospects.
Married December 3, 1884 to Miss Kittie Hodskin, Coudersport. Three children.
CAPT. DENNIS H. CHEESBRO - The funeral sermon of Capt. Dennis H. Cheesbro, killed at the Battle of Dallas, in Georgia, will be preached in the Homer school house on Sunday afternoon, at 2 o'clock, July 3, 1864.
ELLEN M. CHEESBRO died in Homer, Apr. 9, 1865, age 17 yrs. and 20 days.
MRS. LAVERNA HALL CHESBRO died in Homer, PA, Feb. 16, 1882, aged 59 years. Born in Groton, NY, and came to Potter County about 1828 and since that time has been a resident of the county. Began clearing a farm in which the mother assisted, also raising a family of children. Many days Mrs. Chesbro walked to Coudersport five miles, did a day's work, walked back home and helped burn a fallow at night. Twenty years ago her husband became totally blind. Two sons died during Civil War. One of them a Captain of Infantry. A daughter died. Mrs. Chesbro was a member of Episcopal Church. (daughter of Dennis Hall, Sr.)
JOHN DINGMAN died Aug. 6, 1878, at residence of his son Henry, in Hebron, age 91.
WILLIAM DINGMAN, an old and respected citizen of Coudersport, died August 4, 1894, age 61 years, 4 months, 4 days. Englisted in Co. H, 46 Reg. PA Vols. And marched with Sherman who had achieved such grand and noble victories. In 12 large battles and one time under fire for 60 successive days. Wounded in one leg in front of Atlanta and while there suffered from chill fever, small-pox, and mumps. In June, 1865 was sent home, a wreck of his former self and has been great sufferer at intervals ever since. For nearly four years has been an invalid confined to his bed.
Born in Roulette and in 1857 married to Miss L. Brook of Hebron; lived in Coudersport 24 years. Member of Seventh Day Baptist Church. Funeral at M. E. Church, Rev. Dennis officiating. G.A.R. assisted in service at grave. Leaves wife and one son, Frank, of Coudersport, Mrs. C. Toles, Mrs. L.L. Gridley, of Alfred, NY, Mrs. Ed Griesel and Mrs. P.R. Matteson, who was widowed a few months ago, and little Miss Jessie.
MRS. T. J. GILBERT - Rose (Koon) Gilbert, born December 18, 1851 in Livingston County, NY, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harrison Koon. Married T. Joseph Gilbert, June 4, 1875, at Coudersport. In August, 1907, she came to Andover with her husband, when he assumed the foremanship of the Andover News, and was resident there for nearly twenty years.
Six years ago suffered paralytic stroke and has been a semi-invalid. Devoted member of Baptist Church.
For past three and one half years, she with her husband had bee a resident of the I.O.O.F. Grand Lodge Home at Ithaca, NY, and she died there on Saturday morning, July 26, 1930. She died after a short illness of five days. Of her immediate family, she is survived by her husband, T. Joseph Gilbert, of Ithaca; one daughter, Mrs. Eloise Wellington, of Machias, NY; a grandson and two granddaughters; one sister, Mrs. Elizabeth Kimball, of Roulette, PA.
Prayer service at Ithaca and body brought to Andover where funeral held in Baptist Church, Rev. W. L. Greene. Buried in Valley Brook Cemetery.
Out of town relatives and friends in attendance at funeral: Mrs. R. D. Wellington and son, V. D. Wellington, of Machias, NY; Charles Cole and Mrs. W. B. Cole, of Coudersport.
JONATHAN GLACE died Friday morning, December 23, 1887, of Lymansville, age about 70 years. One of oldest residents, having lived here about forty years. Leaves wife and several grown children. Funeral from residence on Christmas Day.
DENNIS HALL - On Saturday, July 6, 1912, Dennis Hall, a well known pioneer of this county passed away at the Warren Asylum, where he had been for the past twenty three years. Remains were brought for burial in the Homer Cemetery, located on the farm which Mr. Hall cleared and resided on for many years. He was one of the first settlers in the part of Homer Township, known as South woods, where he reared a family and became a prosperous farmer.
About 1872, Mr. Hall went to Emporium and embarked in business in that new town, but a serious sunstroke, added to grief over the death of his oldest and of his youngest sons, finally dethroned his reason, and required his care in the asylum. He was quite violent for several years but of late has been feeble and quiet, dying at the age of 86.
Mr. Hall was the youngest of the children of Dennis Hall, an early resident of Coudersport; David T. hall, Maria, wife of Judge Lyman Nelson, Louisa, wife of Daniel Clark, Laverna, wife of Dennis Cheesbro, and Eunice, unmarried, constituted the family, all now dead.
Funeral services held at residence of O. L. Hall on South East Street, Coudersport, Tuesday, July 9th at 2 o'clock. Rev. Geo. P. Donehoo officiating.
ORANGE LEWIS HALL - An Old Resident of Potter County Dies in His New Home in Eugene, Oregon. After a long and painful illness and an operation that disclosed the utter hopelessness of the case, Orange Lewis Hall entered into rest in the seventy first year of his life. He stood the operation well and after a few days in the hospital went home to await the end which many cancers on the lower bowels made inevitable.
On September 6th, 1911 his feet which had trod many States entered the path that leads "through the valley of the shadow of death across the silent river to meet the loved ones gone before." "May he rest his weary feet, By the crystal waters sweet, When the loved ones he shall greet Over Jordan."
O. L. Hall was born in Homer township, Potter county, April 18th, 1851. He grew up, married and lived in that locality `till he was about thirty years old than an hereditary trait, bequeathed him from both father's and mother's ancestry, set his feet in the path of the wanderer and from that time until his death he moved, --and then just for a change, moved again.
O. L. Hall's paternal grandfather, Dennis Hall, Sr. was born and lived to about thirty near Groton, NY.
LUZERNA HAZEN, died in Roulette, Oct. 31, 1879, of consumption, wife of William Hazen, age 34 yrs. 10 mo. 27 days. Youngest daughter of late George Weimer.
NATHAN T. JACKSON died in Ulysses, Feb. 2, 1877, age 39 years. Born at Spring Mills, Allegany Co., NY, Feb. 22, 1838. Moved to Potter some years ago with his parents. Member of M.E. Church.
MR. HARRISON KOON died at the home of his daughter on Ayers Hill, March 10, 1902, age 85 years. Born July 16, 1817, at Springwater, Livingston County, where early part of life was spent. Married Miss Nancy Shay, June 20, 1846. Five children. Two died in childhood. Remaining ones are: Mrs. William Kimball, of Ayers Hill, Mrs. L. B. Cole, of Coudersport, and Mrs. t. J. Gilbert, of Smethport, PA. Mr. Koon came to Coudersport in 1868 where he resided at the time of his wife's death in 1887. Funeral in Sweden Valley Church. Methodist minister of Coudersport. Buried in Sweden Hill Cemetery. Mrs. Cole absent from funeral because of illness.
MRS. HARRISON KOON - On Saturday morning, October 29, 1887, after a long and lingering illness of about three months, Mrs. Harrison Koon quietly passed away. Was born in Livingston County, NY, July 29, 1826 where she spent her younger days. Married Harrison Koon, June 20, 1846 and has resided in Coudersport since 1868. Leaves husband, and three daughters; Mrs. L. B. Cole and Mrs. T. J. Gilbert, of Coudersport, and Mrs. William Kimball, of Turtle Point, PA. Funeral service at her home on Sunday at one o'clock. Buried in Sweden Cemetery.
Another obit: Mrs. Nancy Koon died in Coudersport, October 29, 1887, aged 61 years and three months. Born in Livingston County, NJ, July 29, 1826 where she spent early part of life. Married Harrison Koon, June 20, 1846. United with Methodist Church when young. Was an invalid for many years. Mother of five children, two of whom (boys) died in childhood. The children who are living are Mrs. William Kimball, of Turtle Point, PA, and Mrs. L. B. Cole, and Mrs. T. J. Gilbert of Coudersport. Funeral at residence. Rev. K. P. Jervis, of M. E. Church. Burial in Sweden Hill Cemetery. (In Coudersport since 1868)
ERASTUS DELANO LEWIS dies at his residence in Coudersport, Sunday, May 13th, 1888, of pneumonia. Born at Lewisville, August 18, 1833. Son of Orange Lewis, formerly of Lewisville. Erastus moved permanently to Coudersport about 1862. Was Deputy Sheriff to D. C. Larrabee and most of the time from then to 1881 acted as Deputy to the sheriffs of the county.
In 1881 elected Register and Recorder and re-elected in 1884. Although in receipt of a reasonable income and a man of economical personal habits, his generous impulses and open-handedness was an absolute bar to his financial property. Coudersport will be fortunate if it be not many a day before we "see the like of him again." Remains take to Lewisville Tuesday to the "village on the hill."
ALGERNON SIDNEY LYMAN died January 22, 1913. Just a week previous to his death he was the Installing Officer of the G.A.R. Post to which he belonged. Many remarked of his animation at that function in which he seemed to take renewed delight. M. J. Colcord describes him as "one of Nature's noblemen."
Born in Rutland, Vermont, April 28, 1840, son of Eleazer and Mary E. (Hollister) Lyman. His father was a cousin of Major Isaac Lyman. In 1861 A. Sidney Lyman married Rachel Taggartby whom he had seven children; four of whom are now dead; living: Sarah Lyman, now widow of Byron B. Woodward, Hampton, NY., Seth T. Lyman and May Lyman, of Pelham, NY. After the death of Rachel A., Sidney Lyman married Mrs. Mary Dickinson, of Bath, NY 1883, They had one son, Roy, now of Millport, PA. After her death he married Alice Carroll Sayre (one reference calls her Alice Cary Sayre) 1891, she survives. In youth Mr. Lyman attended the Coudersport Academy; taught school many times, carrying on farming in the summer. In 1864 enlisted in Co. K of 12th NY Cavalry, serving most of the time in a hospital until end of war. He was devoted to Freemasonry and was a Charter member of several of the Bodies here. Was member of Methodist Church and served as tip-staff for 30 years, never missing a session. Funeral held in M.E. Church Han. 22 Wednesday, having died Sat. Jan. 18. Rev. J.F. Lefler, officiating. Burial Eulalia Cemetery, with Knights Templar ceremony; also an impressive service by them in the church. G.A.R. Comrades were pallbearers.
ELEAZER LYMAN died at his home in Oswayo (Eleven Mile), PA, Feb 4th, 1878, age 85 yrs. Born in Whitingham, Windham Co., VT, June 12, 1793, died Feb. 4th, 1878. Was a carpenter and joiner for 45 yrs. Soldier of 1812 as orderly sergeant, volunteer for the defense of Plattsburgh, NY. Married first, Mary Dudley, of Casterton, VT in 1815 by whom he had seven children. She died in 1832. Married Mary E. Hollister, of Pawlet, VT, March 6th, 1833 by whom he had five children. She survives him. One by first marriage and three by second are living. Moved from Hampton, NY to Oswayo in 1855 and since resided on farm where he died. Member of Episcopal Church. Member of Masonic Order for 60 yrs. Was honorary member of Wellsville Chapt. At time of death. Funeral at Oswayo village on Feb. 6th. Rev. Rumpff, Rector of St. John's Church, Wellsville, officiating.
JOHN LYMAN died at residence of his daughter, Mrs. P.A. Webb, in Eulalia, March 8, 1880, age 90 yrs., 8 mos., 7 days. In 1811 assisted in surveying the Pine Creek Road and in 1816 the road from the point where the Genesee crosses the state line to Jersey Shore. Was son of Major Isaac Lyman.
LEA S. LYMAN died in Oswayo, Sept. 24, 1880, age 4 yrs., 3 mos. and 12 days. Also Sept. 30, 1880 Maude R. age 12 yrs. 6 mos. 22 days. They were the youngest son and oldest daughter of A.S. and Rachel Lyman.
MAY ELIZABETH LYMAN died Mar. 22, 1875, at Oswayo, in 12th yr. of age, daughter of A. Sydney Lyman and Rachel Taggart Lyman.
CAPT. OTIS LYMAN died at Cambridge, Mich., Nov. 21, 1876, age 72 yrs. He was a brother of Burrell Lyman.
MRS. SOPHIA WOOD LYMAN was born August 25, 1816, in Hampton, Washington County, NY. She was married to Benj. F. Lyman on September 29, 1847. He died July 5, 1901. They lived together for about 54 years, passed on farms in Vermont, Pennsylvania and Kansas. Forty of those in the Eleven Mile Valley, Potter County.
In 1898 they took up their abode with their daughter, Mrs. Chas. Day, at Wellsville, NY, where she died June 19, 1905. She was the last survivor of a family of six brothers and sisters and was well preserved in looks and movements to be full ten years younger that the full 89, which she had nearly reached.
Sweet and saintly life; always cheerful and bright.
In last few weeks of her life, Mrs. Eugenia Crosby, of Coudersport, to whom she been as a mother in her childhood, assisted by her daughter and her family to care for her.
Three sons and one daughter, four grandchildren, two great grandchildren survive. Don F. in New Mexico; George H. in Kansas; Samuel F. at Chrystal, PA; and Mrs. Chas. Day at Wellsville.
Funeral at house, Wednesday PM, June 21; Rev. E. W. Beecher, Episcopal Rector. Burial Woodlawn Cemetery, Wellsville, beside husband. In 1904 was elected Honorary member of Catherine Schuyler Chapt. DAR, of Allegany Co., NY. Her grandfather, Edward Woods, Rev. soldier.
MRS. CAROLINE S. REES died of apoplexy April 10, 1899, at Costello, age 77-3-14. Lived at Costello 57 years. Eleven children: Mrs. M. A. Lamonte, Odin; Mrs. C. R. Westfall and Mrs. E. C. Champlain, of Costello; Mrs. S. A. Moore, Horseheads, NY; T. B. Rees, Coudersport; Eli Rees, Lakeland, FL; A. S. Rees, of Odin; O. A. Rees, Austin; G. W. Rees, Coryville; C. V. Rees, Savoy, PA. Funeral Thursday April 12 at Rees school house; Rev. W. H. Smith of Harrisburg. Largely attended. Burial in Rees Cemetery. By her request, no flowers, just the white ribbons.
Caroline Rees born in Andover, Allegany County, NY, December 27, 1821; moved from Andover in fall of 1827 with her father, Luther Strong, who purchased the land where many industries are now running; Ellison's grist and saw mill, a hub factory and where the large glass plant is under construction.[Center Park Street? -jcw 20140420]
Luther Strong was one of the pioneers of Coudersport, erecting on the above named premises the first grist and saw mill in Potter County. (A damned lie! Isaac Lyman had mills long before this. He may and probably did, erect the first one in Coudersport- Who wrote this? -jcw 20240420; What about Izaac DINGMAN? in 1825?)
She taught school; one of her pupils was D. D. Colcord, of First Fork, PA. (check) Married to Thomas M. Rees February 2, 1842 by Wales Butterworth, J.P. 13 children; 11 living. In 1837 she embraced the Wesleys faith; about 1866 joined the United Brethren Church and continued to study diligently; finally accepted the Seven Day Sabbath in 1883. Kept diary for last two years. Last record, April 9, 1899: "E. D. and E. H. just back from Quarterly M. Reports many sick; storm kept others away. One man resolved to start out and lead a new life, etc., etc.
CATHERINE SHAY died in Sweden, Monday night, Feb. 17, 1879, Catherine Shay, wife of Michael SNYDER, in 61st yr. Born in Livingston Co., NY, came to Potter county in 1842.
HON. WILLIAM SHEAR
TOBIAS FREDERICK SMITH died at Sheridan, Michigan last week, was born in Hesse Cassel, Prussia, in 1849. Was Principal of the Sheridan school where he lived about six months. The school building, the two churches, and the house where Mr. Smith boarded were draped in mourning. Memorial services in the M. E. Church Sunday evening and at the house Monday morning, previous to the departure, when the boy was followed to the railroad station by a number of friends. Messrs. Reissman and Stone were met at the depot by a number of friends who did every thing possible for their comfort. The body was prepared by C. C. Merritt of Greenville and was in good condition when it arrived here. (Coudersport)
WILLIAM SNYDER died at his home in Sweden, Nov. 17, 1910; son of most highly respected residents of county. Heart trouble last two years; was cause of death. Born 1840 in Livingston County, NY, moved with his parents to Sweden when two years old. Married Dec. 23, 1866 to Mary Neefe. She died in 1880. Five children born: Arch Snyder, of Sweden; Mrs. Grace Dodd (Peter), of Eldred; Mrs. Lena Simmons and Mrs. Katherine Klady, and one son, Carl, deceased.
In 1886 Mr. Snyder married again; to this union two children were born; One of whom, Kent, is living. A brother, Ole Snyder, of Buffalo and a sister, Mrs. J. W. Neefe, of Sweden, survive. Funeral at home, Saturday, November 19. Schutt and Gillon, had charge of funeral. Rev. Carlton Atwater, Baptist minister, preached sermon.
Addendum to above: Ole Snyder was born of Norwegian parents in October, 1852 in the Ole Bull Colony. His mother died. Have heard Mrs. E. W. Lyon say she was only sixteen years old. She may have been mistaken. She also said that the Snyders took the baby when the Norwegians were leaving the settlement. Be that as it may, Mr. and Mrs. Michael Snyder adopted him and educated him, or at least assisted him to educate himself. Studied law at University of Michigan; practiced law in Port Allegany and in Buffalo, NY. Died in 1929, in Paris, while enroute to visit his parents' home in Norway.
Mrs. William Snyder's funeral was held on May 18, 1880, the day of the big fire in Coudersport. Many of the Coudersport citizens were in attendance at this funeral during the time so much of Coudersport was destroyed. Mrs. Klady was a babe, a few months old.
ASSOCIATE JUDGE CONSIDER STEARNS - Residents of upper East Street were startled on Monday forenoon, March 11, 1895 by screams from the home of Judge Stearns. Mr. Stearns who is an old man, while alone, had cut a large gash in his throat with his razor, but failed to sever the juggler vain. He was still trying to complete the awful work. Fred Andrews was the first to reach the house and a few minutes later Sam Thompson arrived. They attempted to get the razor, but were threatened by the desperate man, who finally retreated into the bedroom and locked the door. Other men came and the window was broken and through that they prevented the fatal stroke being given. After a long parley the razor was secured and Mr. Stearns apparently gave up the attempt and allowed his wounds to be dressed. Later in the day he swallowed some Paris green which he had evidently secreted in the cellar. This was done during a momentary absence of those attending him and as soon as discovered, a physician was called, who applied the usual remedies. He was still alive, but unconscious. His family relations were harmonious. He had taken his wife on his knee, prior to the attempt and bade her good bye three times. He then pulled the razor from his pocket and declared his purpose to end his life. She gave the alarm, but before assistance could reach the house, he had made the attempt.
Later - as we go to press we learn that he is dead.
MRS. SARAH STEARNS died at her home, Shinglehouse, Sept. 12, 1888, wife of Consider Stearns, in 70th year of her age. Born in Alfred, Allegany County, NY, June 26, 1819. When about thirteen she came to Hebron with her parents, George and Britty Stillman. They were subject to trials of pioneer life. When about 18 she became a subject of saving grace. Baptized by Rev. W. B. Gillett and united with Seventh Day Baptist Church of Hebron. In 1848 married Consider Stearns and spent her married life in Hebron and Eulalia until recently her home has been at Shinglehouse. Leaves husband and two children, Roscoe C. Stearns and Lydia, wife of Dr. Tassell. Buried at Hebron. Rev. Jared Kenyon, of Independence.
SARAH G. STEARNS - Potter County Jornal, May 11, 1893
Sarah G. Stearns died at her home in Hebron, April 29, 1893. Eldest child of George and Laura Weimer, born Oct. 29, 1844 at Williston, Potter County. Taught seventeen terms in Potter and McKean Counties.
June 4, 1871 married Roscoe C. Stearns, of Hebron, where they resided till 1888, when they removed to Coudersport. Remained there until a year previous to her death. Mother of three children; two survive. Member of W.C.T.U. in Coudersport and Ladies Aid, of Hebron. Funeral in Hebron Church, May 1. Rev. Chas DeWoody, Text: Job 15:22, "Are the consolations of God small with thee?"
LYMAN B. TAGGART died February 8th, 1888, Wednesday morning. Recently of Emporium, died in Coudersport at home of his sister, Mrs. Luman F. Andrews. Had been ill about a year - was never very rugged - but had given up his work for only about three months. Declined rapidly last two weeks. Was a great sufferer, but his quiet endurance was manly and he exhibited traits of patience and consideration which were characteristic.
Number of Masons and Fire Dept. from Emporium were present. Services at Methodist Church and at grave by Rev. K. P. Jervis and Masonic fraternity.
SETH TAGGART died January 1, 1877, after long illness at his home in Eulalia, age 68.
MRS. CORA (Mann) THOMPSON died Nov. 8th at one o'clock a.m. 1899. Had been visiting her daughter Marion, at Kingston, PA. On return was taken ill and stopped in Ulysses, sending word for a nurse to meet her there. Mr. Thompson, accompanied by Mrs. A. C. Perkins went to Ulysses on noon train, Tuesday, Nov. 7th and returned with her on p.m. train. Last evening her condition was not considered serious, but she became worse and died at one o'clock.
M.S. THOMPSON - On Monday morning at a few minutes after midnight, occurred the death of Mr. M. S. Thompson at his residence on the corner of East and Fifth Streets at the age of 72 years. Some four years ago he suffered a severe attack of stomach trouble from which he so far recovered as to be able to attend to his store business and also, his duties as a railroad official. But his health gradually declined until ten weeks ago he was taken suddenly with a stroke, from which he did not rally.
Funeral held from the residence at 3 o'clock Tuesday afternoon. Bearers: John M. Clark, Wm. A. Shear, M. S. Harvey, Milton J. Potter, E. J. Stocking and Dr. R. B. Knight.
Melville Sirrilus Thompson was born at Norwich, Chenango County, NY, March 11, 1839, where he spent the first 20 years of his life in the acquirement of an education at home and in the common schools of the village. In 1859 he came to Coudersport and worked for his brother, Z. J. Thompson as a wheelwright for three years. Then he entered the employ of P. A. Stebbins and Son in the Mercantile Business until the fall of 1866, when he became associated with the late Dr. Ellison in the Drug business, at which time possessed a cash capital of $100. The firm name was Ellison and Thompson until 1868 when the late John S. Mann acquired Dr. Ellison's interest and the name was changed to Thompson and Mann and again in 1879 to Thompson and Co., which name has became famous all over this section and still exists.
Mr. Thompson was appointed Postmaster in 1869 by President Ulysses S. Grant. He held the office continuously for 18 years.
On Sept. 30, 1868 he married Miss Cora E. Mann, daughter of the late John S. and Mary W. Mann of this Boro. She died Nov. 8, 1899 and to her memory has been erected the beautiful marble drinking fountain on the corner of Main and Third Streets. To them no children were born, but they adopted two girls, daughters of his sister, Mrs. Freeman, who died in Kansas leaving a family of small children. They both survive and are married. Marcia, the elder, being the wife of W. A. Stevens and Marion, the wife of Louis Stocum of Coudersport.
MILES THOMPSON - born February 9, 1802; died June 13, 1867; buried at Cross Fork, Potter County, PA.
WILLIAM W. THOMPSON passed away July 9, 1928 at his home in Coudersport. He was the son of Z. J. and Julia A. (Shuart) Thompson. Born at Mansfield, PA, Oct. 7, 1849. When a small child he with his parents and his sister, Ella, moved to Coudersport. Here he was educated in public and private schools and in 1865, at the age of 16 began his apprenticeship to the printing trade. In 1867 he purchased the Potter County Journal and was associated with Mrs. Vesta Dyke. Four years later he sold out to his partner, Mrs. Dyke, and went to Kansas. Three years later he was called home by the sickness and death of his younger sister, and in spite of a great desire to return to the west, he remained with his bereaved parents.
Again he went into the newspaper business. A stock company was organized of which he was the principal stockholder, and became the editor and publisher of the Potter Enterprise. He was a heavy loser in the fore of 1880, his office and all of his equipment being destroyed. Two hours after the fire was under control, he was at work in the Journal office, and in the morning an extra edition was ready for distribution. In 1886 he sold out his business and opened a jewelry store. Later he retired from that and took up optical work and in that he continued until his death.
In 1882 he married Eva D., the daughter of Mrs. Vesta C. Dyke, his former partner, and to them one child, Vesta Ellen was born. His wife, the daughter, Mrs. D. G. VanDeBoe, of Camp Hill, PA and three grandchildren, Gretchen, Evelyn Dyke, and Wilhelmina, survive him.
Mr. Thompson was an ardent Mason. Was the first secretary of the Coudersport consistory and held the office for fourteen years. In 1921 was made alife member of the Coudersport bodies, A. A. S. R. He was a charter member of the Fire Department, and of the Potter County Historical Society. He was a loyal Democrat, and except in local matters always voted a straight ticket.
In the last ten years Mr. Thompson has done considerable writing and has collected valuable historical data. His efforts to collect material in connection with the Norwegian settlement of Ole Bull have been tireless. Also he has collected valuable data and personal experience of old settlers in connection with the Passenger Pigeon. From his own experience he wrote many stories of local history and always in connection with this work, he aimed to be absolutely correct. He was an extensive reader and had a wonderful memory and so had a wealth of material to draw on.
ZENAS J. THOMPSON died at the home of his son, W. W. Thompson Thursday morning, January 8, 1902. Had been a resident of Coudersport since 1857 and was 82 years old. Is survived by one son, two brothers, M. S. Thompson of this Boro, Monroe Thompson of Madison County, NY, and one sister, Miss Elmira Thompson of Chenango County, NY. His daughter, Ella, died some years ago in early womanhood, leaving her parents grief stricken, her mother mourning her life away till three years ago when she joined the daughter.
Mr. Thompson was born in Plymouth, Chenango County, January 3, 1820. In 1848 he married Miss Julia A. Stuart (Shuart?) of New York State, who died three years ago. Came to Coudersport in 1855 and engaged in business as a wagonmaker. His establishment was burned in the fire of 1880 and he afterward engaged in the grocery business in which he continued for some years. Funeral services conducted Friday by Rev. Frances Yarnell of the Episcopal Church. Burial in Eulalia Cemetery.
E. H. TUCKER died in Andrews Settlement, Tuesday, Sept. 20, 1887, age 26. Upon the ever memorable 12th day of April, 1861, a baby boy first opened his eyes here in Andrews Settlement. The youngest child of Henry and Emeline Tucker and never knew anything of a father's care and guidance, but well and faithfully did his mother train him in habits of truth and industry.
His sturdiness won for him the name of "Crockett," and the industry of the boy has marked the man all through his brief life, for he early showed marked aptitude for trade, having rare, good judgment for value of mercantile commodities. For years has been known as a successful dealer in whatever he chose to touch.
When he concluded to leave the road and settle down, he attended Elmira Business College and graduated with highest respect of teachers for his business ability. He then built a small store here and through close attention to business and skillful advertising, soon built up a trade, which necessitated a larger building. Through all business enterprises success seemed to attend him.
His illness was brief and neither he nor his attendants realized how serious until near its termination. The case of his invalid sister prejudiced him against taking medicine and to the last he wished to get along without a physician and rejected all medicine offered him.
Last rites conducted by Rev. W. Miller and hosts of friends offered finest display of flowers ever seen in this vicinity, and with his death goes out one of the brightest, shrewdest and withall kindest mercantile lights of this county.
MRS. O. R. WEBB - After nearly two years of continuous pain and suffering, the noble spirit of Mrs. Webb was set free on Monday evening, February 11. All that medical skill or loving hands could do seemed unavalling to stay the malady that was destroying the vitals, or to assuage the pain that finally wore out a strong consititution.
She died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. L. F. Andrews, on Cartee Street, this boro, where she has been cared for during her last sickness as only a filial daughter can care for an aged mother. The funeral services are being held today (Wednesday) at 2 o'clock in the M. E. Church, conducted by Rev. Rogers.
Polly Ann Lyman was a daughter of John Lyman, one of the pioneers of this county, a family well and favorably known through many highly esteemed members. She was married to Alva Taggart in 1848 at the age of twenty and two children blessed that union, Dora, now Mrs. Andrews, and Alvin, now a respected citizen of Cross Fork this county. Mr. Taggart died in 1861 and his widow married Orin R. Webb a few years afterwards. For many years they lived on the homestead just below Coudersport, where Polly Ann, as all her friends called her, was regarded as the `Good Samaritan' of the neighborhood. Where sickness and death, or poverty and want were found, Polly Ann was found tenderly caring for all who needed help and many besides her own children will rise up and call her blessed. Her death will be mourned by a large circle of acquaintances who knew her kindness of heart and loved her for her many virtues. Yet the three score years and ten alloted to mortals had been given to her, and more, and she has entered into that rest which pain and sorrow of this mortal life makes welcome for the faithful soul. (1903)
WILLIS D. WEIMER of Pleasant Valley, died of dysentery, Nov. 6, 1887, age 38 years, 2 months, 9 days. Married Miss Eva Drake seven years ago. Father of three children, who with wife, survive him. Sick but a few days, but great sufferer.
One of most influential men in Pleasant Valley Township. Was serving his second term as justice of the peace, and was a candidate for county auditor.
Funeral held Tuesday, Nov. 8th; Rev. C. H. Norris, pastor of M. E. Church, Port Allegany, conducted services. Large funeral.
WALTER WELLS - Ex-Sheriff Wells died at his home in Oswayo, Monday night, Aug. 14, age 57 years, 5 months, 19 days. Born and reared in Oswayo Township where most of life was spent. Began life as a farmer and lumberman, and for twenty-five years, engaged in mercantile business.
Married Nov. 13, 1858, Sarah M., daughter of Eliazer and Mary E. (Hollister) Lyman, of Oswayo, formerly of Vermont. They have four children: Arthur G., Ernest L., Myrtle W., and J. Walter. Served as sheriff from 1874 to 1877. Postmaster of Oswayo, 1872-73 and from 1879 to present time. Has held nearly all local offices in the township and was much respected for his sterling integrity and good judgment by his fellow townsmen as well as by his many friends throughout the county, who join in extending sympathy to his bereaved family and mourn his demise as a loss to the county that cannot be replaced.
REV. EDWIN WILDMAN, A. M. - Funeral of Rev. Edwin Wildman, a widely known and highly esteemed educator and clergyman, and whose death at Sorrento, Florida, was announced last week, was held Thursday, may 5th, at Oramel, NY in Methodist Church. Rev. John J. Shotwell, resident pastor, assisted by the Rev. John Smallwood, a brother of Mrs. Wildman (second wife). Intement in family plot of the late Col. James P. Rounsville (father of Mr. Wildman's first wife, Helen P. Rounsville.) Here are buried the wife of his youth and their two little daughters.
Of the quartette that sung at the services at the grave, the tenor, alto and soprano voices were the same that over 18 years ago sang the same selection, "They sleep in the Valley" by the grave of Mrs. Wildman. The soprano, Mrs. Wallace, was bridesmaid at their wedding in 1858, nearly 30 years ago.
Mr. Wildman was widely known throughout Western New York and Northern Pennsylvania, both as a clergyman and an educator and ranked bery high in his denomination as a scholar and a thinker.
Entered the ministry early after graduation, the church at once called him into higher responsible educational work and he continued with conspicuous success and eminent usefulness the greater part of his life. To his old friends he was always Professor Wildman.
He prepared for college at Alfred and Lima, graduated from Union College, with highest honors of his class. After teaching for a season in Natchez and Memphis, he returned to this state and began his career as an educator, rising with great rapidity, by a series of promotions to the highest grade of trust. Among the academies and seminaries may be mentioned the schools at Rogersville, Perry, Olean, Williamsport, and Mansfield Normal, which he rebuilt and reorganized. Also, at Batavia Collegiate Institute, of which he was president until he entered the itinerary, to which he brough talents of rare excellence, a scholarship broad and sympathetic by years of educational experience and spiritual earnestness that laid every earthly ambition upon the altar of sacrifice and duty.
Leaves a widow and five children and thousands of others who, not sharing their sorrow, yet as pupils and parishioners in days gone by, will kindly remember their former teacher and pastor and revere his memory.
ESTHER WILDMAN, daughter of Rev. E. and Helen Wildman, died in Coudersport on 7th inst., age 3 mos. and 10 days.
HELEN R.P. WILDMAN, wife of Rev. E. Wildman, of the Genesee Conference, and daughter of Colonel J.P. Rounsville, died of congestion of brain and lungs after illness of ten hours. Age 35 yrs. 2 mos. Graduated from Genesee Wesleyan Seminary in 1855 with the wife of the late Rev. M.H. Rice. Elected preceptress of the Rogersville Union Seminary, then a Conference Seminary, and was married Dec. 5, 1858. Her husband being called to the principalship of PA State Normal School in 1860, she was elected preceptress and held the position about three years. Afterward was preceptress of Batavia Collegiate Institute, which burned in 1865.
Another obit: Helen P.E. Wildman, wife of Rev. E. Wildman, of the Genesee Conference and daughter of Col. P. Rounseville, died at Coudersport, July 31, 1869, of congestion of brain and lungs, after illness of only 10 hrs. Age 35 yrs. and 2 mos. Experienced religion at age 14. United with M.E. Church. From 15 to 20 she spent in seminaries. Graduated from Genesee Wesleyan Seminary in 1855 with the wife of the late M.H. Rice. In August 1858 she was elected preceptress of Rogersville Union Seminary, then a Conference Seminary, and was married Dec. 5, 1858. Her husband was called to the principalship of PA State Normal School in 1860 where she was elected preceptress and held the position for about three years. She was afterward preceptress of Batavia Collegiate Institute which was burned in 1865.
Still another: Mrs. Helen P. R. Wildman, wife of Rev. Edwin Wildman, A. M., of Genesee Conference, and daughter of Colonel James P. Rounsville, died at Coudersport, PA, July 31, 1869, of congestion of the brain and lungs, after an illness of only ten hours, age thirty-five and two months.
She experienced religion at the age of fourteen years and united with the Methodist Church.
From the age of fifteen to twenty-one she spent in the best seminaries of learning to prepare herself for her life work. She graduated from the Genesee Wesleyan Seminary in 1855 with the wife of the late Rev. M. H. Rice and many other noble spirits who have blessed the world with their Christian labors.
Mrs. Wildman was a leader of the female prayer meetings connected with the Seminary during her course of study. From the day of her conversion to the day of her death, experimental religion was her daily topic of conversation.
In August, 1858, she was elected preceptress of the Rogersville Union Seminary - then a Conference Seminary - and was married December 5, 1858. Her husband being called to the principalship of Pennsylvania State Normal School in 1860, she was elected Preceptress, which position she held about three years. Mrs. Wildman was afterward Preceptress of Batavia Collegiate Institute, consumed by fire in 1865; since which time, till her decease, she devoted herself to the faithful discharge of the duties of wife and mother in her own family.
During a residence in Corning, NY, in connection with the discharge of her domestic duties, she found much time to devote to the Church, the Sunday School class, and prayer meetings. And many rise up to day in Corning to call her blessed. Whole families there are praising God because of her prayers and labors. A friend in Corning thus writes of Sister Wildman: "She spake for the Master to the perishing. She sought the needy. Whole families were led to Jesus through her persevering endeavors. These call her blessed. Here was a successful life. Now, that she rested from her labors her works follow her.
She was a lady of fine accomplishments, peculiarly gifted in social qualities, readily winning confidence and retaining it by her kindness and worth; an able instructor and devoted to the spread of the truth."
Mrs. Wildman was emphatically a co-partner with her husband in all his labors, rendering him most efficient aid in all the material and spiritual interest of the Church. Her powers of song, her persuasive eloquence, her experience and exhortation, and her almost unrivaled prayer of faith will never be forgotten by those who heard her. She sung the songs of men to move men to love the Saviour. She spoke to convince by her own position and exultany experience. She prayed with a faith that expected to be answered. Her Gospel labors were answered by God.
While holding quarterly meetings in the vicinity, the house of Colonel Rounseville was one of my desirable homes. Here the writer became acquainted with Helen, then a young convert and but recently, a member of the Church. Her piety, intelligence, and sprightliness won upon my esteem, and I regarded her with the affection of a parent for a daughter, and to me, the news of her sudden decease was extremely painful. A beacon had been extinguished, a brilliant career had been terminated; and she lives on earth, as well as in paradise by the influence of her example and pious labors. She left three children, one of which has followed her to her heavenly home. (C. D. Burlingham)
MRS. CORDELIA A. WILLIAMS died in Columbus City, Iowa, Sept. 23, 1866, wife of G.B. Williams and daughter of L.D. Spafford, of Eulalia Twp., age 37 years, 5 months, 3 days. Her sister Augusta, arrived from the east a few hours before her death. Died of consumption.
DELILAH WILLIAMS died January 10, 1898 at 7:20 a.m. in home of her son, Moses G. Williams, where she made her home since the death of her husband, Daniel Williams, who died in 1881. She was born in Nichols Township, Tioga County, NY, Sept. 26, 1816. Age therefore was 81 years, 3 months, 15 days. Married to Daniel Williams in 1833 and they moved to the East Fork of the Sinnemahoning Creek, Wharton Township, in 1855, where they lived up to the time of their death.
She was mother of nine children, all surviving her, except one: Joseph Williams, John Williams, Zeb Williams, Moses Williams, Mrs. L. B. Johnson, Mrs. Henry Berfield, Mrs. Washington Bailey, and one daughter who lives in New York State.
Mrs. Delilah Williams was converted when 16 years old. Funeral in Wharton Church on Wednesday, January 12th, 1898, Rev. E. E. Mulliner, officiating. Though it rained hard the house was filled to overflowing with relatives and friends who had come to pay their last respects to one they loved so well. This township has lost a good neighbor, the children have lost a good mother, and the church a good member.
Rev. E. E. Mulliner preached from text in Rev. 14:13, "Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord."
ASSOCIATE JUSTICE HENRY W. WILLIAMS born at Harford, Susquehanna County, July 30, 1830. Began study of law at Montrose, PA, January 1852. Became a citizen at Wellsobor, in 1852. Admitted to the bar of Tioga County, 1854. Admitted to practice in Supreme Court in March 1855. Admitted to U. S. District and Circuit Courts, 1856. Presented by Tioga and Potter Counties for Congress, 1862; Appointed additional Law Judge, March 1865; Delegated to Chicago Convention, which nominated Grant and Colfax; Elected President Judge 4th Judicial District, 1871; Supported by Northern Pennsylvania for Judge of Supreme Court, 1872; Appointed one of seven commissioners to revise the new constitution, 1876; Sent by the Presbyterian Church in the United States as delegate to the general convention at Edinburg, Scotland, 1877; Elected Vice Presdident International Sunday School Convention in Toronto, Canada, June, 1881; Re-elected President Judge of the 4th District by the unanimous vote of the four counties, comprising the District, November 1881; Nominated Judge of the Supreme Court on First Ballot, Aug. 17, 1887; Elected a Justice of the State Supreme Court, November 8, 1887; Elected Eight Worshipful Grand Master of the Grand Masonic Lodge of Pennyslvania, December, 1898. Died in Philadelphia, January 25, 1899. (The old 4th Judicial District composed of Tioga, McKean, Potter, and Cameron.)
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Early Obituaries of Potter County
Daniel C. Hyde, Early Obituaries of Potter County, PA (original: http://www.eg.bucknell.edu/~hyde/potter/Obituaries.html, transcribed & submitted by Sheri d. Graves, 2000), |
- [S1127] Ancestry.com, Pennsylvania, Death Certificates, 1906-1964, (Name: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc.; Location: Provo, UT, USA; Date: 2014;), Mann, Arthur B Pennsylvania Historic and Museum Commission; Pennsylvania, USA; Pennsylvania (State). Death certificates, 1906–1966; Certificate Number Range: 033501-036500.
Record for Arthur B Mann
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Arthur B Mann in the Pennsylvania, Death Certificates, 1906-1966
Name: Arthur B Mann
Gender: Male
Race: White
Age: 92 5 21
Birth Date: abt 1844
Birth Place: Condersport
residence: West St
Widowed
occupation: insurance agent
Death Date: 22 Apr 1936 18:30h
Death Place: Condersport
cause of death: Arteriosclerosis, many years
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signed: Rm H. Jones MD
Coudersport
Father: John S Mann
birthplace: Chester Co, Pa
Mother: Mary W King
birthplace: Ceres, NY
Spouse: "Marbrie" J Mann
informant: Mrs. Norah Hartwill
Coudersport
cremated: April 25, 1936
in Buffalo, NY
ashed buried: Eulalia Cemetery
Certificate Number: 35552
Source Citation
Pennsylvania Historic and Museum Commission;
Pennsylvania, USA; Pennsylvania (State). Death certificates, 1906-1966;
Certificate Number Range: 033501-036500
Source Information
Ancestry.com. Pennsylvania, Death Certificates, 1906-1966 [database on-line]. Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2014.
Original data: Pennsylvania (State). Death certificates, 1906-1963. Series 11.90 (1,905 cartons). Records of the Pennsylvania Department of Health, Record Group 11. Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
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Arthur B Mann in the Pennsylvania, Death Certificates, 1906-1966
Name: Arthur B Mann
Gender: Male
Race: White
Age: 92 5 21
Birth Date: abt 1844
Birth Place: Condersport
residence: West St
Widowed
occupation: insurance agent
Death Date: 22 Apr 1936 18:30h
Death Place: Condersport
cause of death: Arteriosclerosis, many… |
- [S88] census 1880 USA PA Potter, Year: 1880; Census Place: Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania; Roll: 1165; Page: 439C; Enumeration District: 102. Record for Mary W. Mann. Mann, Mary HoH daughter, son-n-law Thompson Year: 1880; Census Place: Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania; Roll: 1165; Page: 439C; Enumeration District: 102.
Record for Mary W. Mann (34) facts
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Mary W. Mann in the 1880 United States Federal Census
date: 17 July 1880
enumerator: D.W. Butterworth
Name: Mary W. Mann
Age: 60
Birth Date: Abt 1820
Birthplace: Pennsylvania
Home in 1880: Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania, USA
Dwelling Number: 61
Race: White
Gender: Female
Relation to Head of House:Self (Head)
Marital Status: Widowed
Father's Birthplace:England
Mother's Birthplace:Pennsylvania
Occupation: Keeping House
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Name Age
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A. G. Olmsted 51 Head NY MA NY lawyer
Ellen Olmsted 43 wife PA MA NY keeping house
Nellie Olmsted 18 dau PA NY PA
Robert Olmsted 2 son PA NY PA
Elizabeth Mitchell 21 Servant NY
69
Mary W. Mann 60 Head PA Eng PA keeping house
M. S. Thompson 38 son-law NY druggist
Cora M. Thompson 33 dau PA PA PA
81
Arthur Olmsted 24 Head PA NY NY Hardware-Mer.
Litta M. Olmsted 22 wife PA PA PA keeping house
Source Citation
Year: 1880;
Census Place: Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania;
Roll: 1165;
Page: 439C;
Enumeration District: 102
Name
Parent or spouse names
Home in 1880 (City, County, State)
Birth Date
Birthplace
Relation to Head of House
A. G. Olmsted Ellen Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1829 New York Self (Head) ?
Ellen Olmsted A. G. Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1837 Pennsylvania Wife ?
Nellie Olmsted A. G.,Ellen Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1862 Pennsylvania Daughter ?
Robert Olmsted A. G.,Ellen Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1878 Pennsylvania Son ?
Elizebth Mitchell Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1859 New York ?
Mary W. Mann Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1820 Pennsylvania Self (Head) ?
M. S. Thompson Cora M. Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1842 New York Son-in-law ?
Cora M. Thompson Mary W.,M. S. Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1847 Pennsylvania Daughter ?
James Johnson Mary Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1848 New York Self (Head) ?
Mary Johnson James Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1851 New York Wife ?
Emma Johnson James,Mary Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1869 Pennsylvania Daughter ?
Lizzie Johnson James,Mary Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1870 Pennsylvania Daughter ?
Rena Johnson James,Mary Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1876 Pennsylvania Daughter ?
Michael Kline Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1851 Pennsylvania ?
John Mccartee Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1859 Pennsylvania ?
Henry Collar Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1861 Pennsylvania ?
Lottie Westkate Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1855 New York ?
Rose Anton Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1860 Pennsylvania ?
Benjamin Rennells Maria Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1822 Pennsylvania Self (Head) ?
Maria Rennells Benjamin Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1827 Pennsylvania Wife ?
W. C. Rennells Benjamin,Maria,Ella Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1852 Pennsylvania Son ?
Ella Rennells W. C. Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1853 Pennsylvania Daughter-in-law ?
Cora Rennells W. C.,Ella Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1878 Pennsylvania Granddaughter ?
C. S. Jones Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1820 New York ?
Z. J. Thomas J. A. Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1820 New York Self (Head) ?
J. A. Thomas Z. J. Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1821 New Jersey Wife ?
W. W. Thomas Z. J.,J. A. Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1850 Pennsylvania Son ?
D. F. Glassmir Sofia Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1847 Pennsylvania Self (Head) ?
Sofia Glassmir D. F. Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1846 Pennsylvania Wife ?
Samuel Glassmir D. F.,Sofia Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1873 Pennsylvania Son ?
Harry Glassmir D. F.,Sofia Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1876 Pennsylvania Son ?
Maria Miles Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1812 Pennsylvania Self (Head) ?
Emerson Miles Maria Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1842 Pennsylvania Son ?
J. O. Merrill Sarah Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1832 Pennsylvania Self (Head) ?
Sarah Merrill J. O. Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1850 Pennsylvania Wife ?
Arthur Merrill J. O.,Sarah Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1878 Pennsylvania Son ?
W. E. Womelsdorff M. E. Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1849 Pennsylvania Self (Head) ?
M. E. Womelsdorff W. E. Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1853 Pennsylvania Wife ?
D. W. Butterworth Lizzie Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1852 Pennsylvania Self (Head) ?
Lizzie Butterworth D. W. Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1857 Canada Wife ?
Kent W. Butterworth D. W.,Lizzie Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1878 Pennsylvania Son ?
Joseph Moore Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1845 Canada ?
Fanny Moore Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1850 Canada ?
Aaron Robinson Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1841 Pennsylvania Self (Head) ?
Zala Robinson Aaron Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1876 Pennsylvania Son ?
Jacob Brietling Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1829 Prussia Self (Head) ?
Arthur Olmsted Litta M. Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1856 Pennsylvania Self (Head) ?
Litta M. Olmsted Arthur Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1858 Pennsylvania Wife ?
John Absom Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1853 New York ?
Addie Absom Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania Abt 1860 Pennsylvania ?
Source Information
Ancestry.com and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. 1880 United States Federal Census [database on-line]. Lehi, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations Inc, 2010. 1880 U.S. Census Index provided by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints © Copyright 1999 Intellectual Reserve, Inc. All rights reserved. All use is subject to the limited use license and other terms and conditions applicable to this site.
Original data: Tenth Census of the United States, 1880. (NARA microfilm publication T9, 1,454 rolls). Records of the Bureau of the Census, Record Group 29. National Archives, Washington, D.C.
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census 1880 USA PA Potter Coudersport 102_439C Mary Mann
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Mary W. Mann in the 1880 United States Federal Census
date: 17 July 1880
enumerator: D.W. Butterworth
Name: Mary W. Mann
Age: 60
Birth Date: Abt 1820
Birthplace: Pennsylvania
Home in 1880: Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania, USA
Dwelling Number: 61
Race: White
Gender: Female
Relation to Head of House:Self (Head)
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- [S1718] Public Member Trees 2018-, Mann, Arthur Birney & Marbrie Jane Hopkins.
Record for Arthur Birney Mann
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- [S526] census 1870 USA PA Potter, (Name: ancestry.com;), Year: 1870; Census Place: Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania; Roll: M593_1446; Page: 492B; Family History Library Film: 552945.
Record for Melville J Thompson
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Melville J Thompson in the 1870 United States Federal Census
date: 6 June 1870
enumerator: Z.J. Thompson
Name: Melville S Thompson
Age in 1870: 29
Birth Year: abt 1841
Birthplace: New York
Dwelling Number: 15
Home in 1870: Coudersport boro, Potter, Pennsylvania
Race: White
Gender: Male
Occupation: Druggist
Male Citizen Over 21:Y
Personal Estate Value:2000
Real Estate Value:500
Inferred Spouse: Cora E Thompson
Household Members:
Name Age
11
Mason Nelson 42 PA farmer
Lucy A. Nelson 19 PA
12
Joseph Mann 59 PA Dry Goods Merchant, retail
Eloise A. Mann 53 NYS
13
Louise? A. Stebbins, jr 32 NY Dry Goods Merchant, Retail
Mary E. Stebbins 26 PA
Eloise Stebbins 1/12 PA
Elisabeth Coates 40 PA
14
Arch f. Jones 45 NY Dry Goods Merchant, Retail
Mary R. Jones 39 PA
Wm K Jones 20 PA Surveyor
15
Charles A. Donner? 44 Prussia Dry Goods Merchant, Retail
family of 8
16
John S. Mann 54 PA Lawyer
Mary W. Mann 51 PA
Winifred Corcoran 17 "A house keeper
John J. King 41 PA Servant
17
Melville S Thompson 29 NY druggist
Cora E Thompson 23 PA
18
Arthur B. Mann 26 PA Insurance Agent
Marbrie J. Mann 26 NY
Norah Mann 2 NY
19
Henry J. Reynolds 36 PA Sheriff
Margaret C. Reynolds 32 PA
Willie E. " 10 PA at school
Nellie E. " 8 PA at school
Nettie F. " 4 PA at home
Source Citation
Year: 1870;
Census Place: Coudersport, Potter, Pennsylvania;
Roll: M593_1446;
Page: 492B;
Family History Library Film: 552945
Source Information
Ancestry.com. 1870 United States Federal Census [database on-line]. Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2009. Images reproduced by FamilySearch.
Original data:
•1870 U.S. census, population schedules. NARA microfilm publication M593, 1,761 rolls. Washington, D.C.: National Archives and Records Administration, n.d.
•Minnesota census schedules for 1870. NARA microfilm publication T132, 13 rolls. Washington, D.C.: National Archives and Records Administration, n.d.
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census 1870 USA PA Potter Coudersport _492B Melville S Thompson.jpg
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Melville J Thompson in the 1870 United States Federal Census
date: 6 June 1870
enumerator: Z.J. Thompson
Name: Melville S Thompson
Age in 1870: 29
Birth Year: abt 1841
Birthplace: New York
Dwelling Number: 15
Home in 1870: Coudersport boro, Potter, Pennsylvania
Race: White
Gender: Male
Occupation: Druggist
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- [S209] Daniel C. Hyde, Early Obituaries of Potter County, PA, PIERRE A. STEBBINS & M.S. Thompson.
M.S. THOMPSON - On Monday morning at a few minutes after midnight, occurred the death of Mr. M. S. Thompson at his residence on the corner of East and Fifth Streets at the age of 72 years. Some four years ago he suffered a severe attack of stomach trouble from which he so far recovered as to be able to attend to his store business and also, his duties as a railroad official. But his health gradually declined until ten weeks ago he was taken suddenly with a stroke, from which he did not rally. Funeral held from the residence at 3 o'clock Tuesday afternoon. Bearers: John M. Clark, Wm. A. Shear, M. S. Harvey, Milton J. Potter, E. J. Stocking and Dr. R. B. Knight. Melville Sirrilus Thompson was born at Norwich, Chenango County, NY, March 11, 1839, where he spent the first 20 years of his life in the acquirement of an education at home and in the common schools of the village. In 1859 he came to Coudersport and worked for his brother, Z. J. Thompson as a wheelwright for three years. Then he entered the employ of P. A. Stebbins and Son in the Mercantile Business until the fall of 1866, when he became associated with the late Dr. Ellison in the Drug business, at which time possessed a cash capital of $100. The firm name was Ellison and Thompson until 1868 when the late John S. Mann acquired Dr. Ellison's interest and the name was changed to Thompson and Mann and again in 1879 to Thompson and Co., which name has became famous all over this section and still exists. Mr. Thompson was appointed Postmaster in 1869 by President Ulysses S. Grant. He held the office continuously for 18 years. On Sept. 30, 1868 he married Miss Cora E. Mann, daughter of the late John S. and Mary W. Mann of this Boro. She died Nov. 8, 1899 and to her memory has been erected the beautiful marble drinking fountain on the corner of Main and Third Streets. To them no children were born, but they adopted two girls, daughters of his sister, Mrs. Freeman, who died in Kansas leaving a family of s
PIERRE A. STEBBINS - Born July 8, 1808 in New York State. Died in Coudersport at age of 76 years. In 1850 removed to Ulysses Township and came to Coudersport in 1853, having been elected Sheriff; has since resided here. Wife died some ten years ago. Four sons and a daughter remain.
and More- cf. Source Notes
MRS. CORA (Mann) THOMPSON died Nov. 8th at one o'clock a.m. 1899. Had been visiting her daughter Marion, at Kingston, PA. On return was taken ill and stopped in Ulysses, sending word for a nurse to meet her there. Mr. Thompson, accompanied by Mrs. A. C. Perkins went to Ulysses on noon train, Tuesday, Nov. 7th and returned with her on p.m. train. Last evening her condition was not considered serious, but she became worse and died at one o'clock.
M.S. THOMPSON - On Monday morning at a few minutes after midnight, occurred the death of Mr. M. S. Thompson at his residence on the corner of East and Fifth Streets at the age of 72 years. Some four years ago he suffered a severe attack of stomach trouble from which he so far recovered as to be able to attend to his store business and also, his duties as a railroad official. But his health gradually declined until ten weeks ago he was taken suddenly with a stroke, from which he did not rally.
Funeral held from the residence at 3 o'clock Tuesday afternoon. Bearers: John M. Clark, Wm. A. Shear, M. S. Harvey, Milton J. Potter, E. J. Stocking and Dr. R. B. Knight.
Melville Sirrilus Thompson was born at Norwich, Chenango County, NY, March 11, 1839, where he spent the first 20 years of his life in the acquirement of an education at home and in the common schools of the village. In 1859 he came to Coudersport and worked for his brother, Z. J. Thompson as a wheelwright for three years. Then he entered the employ of P. A. Stebbins and Son in the Mercantile Business until the fall of 1866, when he became associated with the late Dr. Ellison in the Drug business, at which time possessed a cash capital of $100. The firm name was Ellison and Thompson until 1868 when the late John S. Mann acquired Dr. Ellison's interest and the name was changed to Thompson and Mann and again in 1879 to Thompson and Co., which name has became famous all over this section and still exists.
Mr. Thompson was appointed Postmaster in 1869 by President Ulysses S. Grant. He held the office continuously for 18 years.
On Sept. 30, 1868 he married Miss Cora E. Mann, daughter of the late John S. and Mary W. Mann of this Boro. She died Nov. 8, 1899 and to her memory has been erected the beautiful marble drinking fountain on the corner of Main and Third Streets. To them no children were born, but they adopted two girls, daughters of his sister, Mrs. Freeman, who died in Kansas leaving a family of small children. They both survive and are married. Marcia, the elder, being the wife of W. A. Stevens and Marion, the wife of Louis Stocum of Coudersport.
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Search: Stebbins (7 records found)-
ISAAC BENSON died at his home in Coudersport Sunday morning, March 11, 1894, age 76 years, 7 months, 3 days. Born in Waterford, Erie County, PA, June 8, 1817. Attended academy at Waterford and studied at Warren, PA, and entered as student the office of Struthers, Johnson and Brown, attorneys at Warren. Admitted to the bar at that place in 1844. Began practice with that firm where he remained about a year. June 11, 1845, located in Coudersport and soon obtained a remunerative practice.
In 1856 was elected to the state legislature and to the state senate in 1859. December 14, 1857, he married Eugenia Laura, only daughter of Pierre A. and Almira (Burbdage) Stebbins, of Coudersport. She was born at Hammondsport, NY, November 17, 1832. Their only child, James Benson, born May 30, 1863. He graduated from the University of PA and was admitted to the bar in June 1884. On December 3, 1884, he married Miss Katherine Hodskin, daughter of Albert A. and Celina (Johnson) Hodskin.
JAMES B. BENSON died Saturday night, May 30, 1897. Only son of Isaac and Eugenia L. Stebbins Benson. Born May 30, 1863; classical education at Univ. of PA. Studied law with Wayne McVeigh of Philadelphia; admitted to bar in June 1884. From a boy was distinguished by his gentlemanly manners, dignified bearing, and rare intellectual attainments. Inheriting qualities of two families of high standing, had best of prospects.
Married December 3, 1884 to Miss Kittie Hodskin, Coudersport. Three children.
WILLIAM T. JONES died September 17, 1889 at Costello after lingering illness. Age about 75 years.
Came to Coudersport from Almond, NY in 1842. Opened a store in a building built by Nelson Clark, near the corner of Main and Fifth Streets. (West side of street) soon established a flourishing business. Having taken his brother, Arch F. Jones, the firm, W.T. Jones and Bro. On 1844 built a more commodious place of business on corner of Main and Second, N.W. Corner, where now stands the store of P. A. Stebbins and Bro. He extended his field of operations, in manufacturing and buying of lumber, and furnishing supplies to lumbermen.
Confined themselves to no special line of trade in their store, but kept in stock nearly every variety of article that would be called for in a backwoods town, having no convenient access from to large towns from which to obtain supplies. These goods were hauled at great costs over poor roads from Dansville, NY, the nearest from Coudersport to which they could be shipped by Erie Canal. In exchange for these goods W. T. Jones and Brother took nearly every conceivable product of the county for which they could find a market at home or abroad. Lumber, ashes, or potash salts, grain, cattle, venison, skins, furs, and pelts, labor, etc.
The work attendant upon the collection of these articles and getting them to market was Herculean, and if hard work ever brought success, W. T. Jones and Brother deserved it.
But with a generosity, not always justifiable by results, from a strictly business stand point, few that came to them in the stress of need, but what received help and credits and, in a new country, as Potter County then was, there were many such. Often in those days has the writer known a poor man, a settler, to come to W. T. Jones and ask for help in tiding over the dark days that had come upon him and his family and receive in reply, "No, you can never pay me." He would turn to his clerk and say, "Give this man what he wants."
This generosity led to business complications and to the dissolution of the partnership and the closing up of the business. W. T. Jones was never able to regain his business standing. At one time thought to be the richest merchant in Potter County, he died poor. There will always be a warm spot in our hearts for the man who through generosity helped those in need.
HON. WILLIAM SHEAR - In the death of Hon. William Shear, Coudersport loses one of its best known and most highly honored citizens. Seldom, if ever, does it happen that one comes to the end of life more universally loved by young and old, more highly held in esteem and confidence for integrity and uprightness than was Squire Shear. His genial presence and friendly manner will be greatly missed from the scene of his daily activities. Almost to the last he continued in the routine of his office, to which he had been thrice elected without opposition, his nomination being ratified by both parties. His popularity in office won for him the patronage of a large constituency, as is testified by the large number of marriages performed and of cases tried.
William Shear was of Scotch descent, being born June 7, 1826, in Kelso, Berwickshire, Scotland. When seven years of age he came with his parents to Duffins Creek, Province of Ontario, Canada, where he received a common school education. As the oldest among ten children, he was early endured to hard toil. He came to Coudersport in 1863 and engaged in the tanning business, being associated with Pierre Stebbins and others, and later with Hon. C. S. Jones.
PIERRE A. STEBBINS - Born July 8, 1808 in New York State. Died in Coudersport at age of 76 years. In 1850 removed to Ulysses Township and came to Coudersport in 1853, having been elected Sheriff; has since resided here. Wife died some ten years ago. Four sons and a daughter remain.
M.S. THOMPSON - On Monday morning at a few minutes after midnight, occurred the death of Mr. M. S. Thompson at his residence on the corner of East and Fifth Streets at the age of 72 years. Some four years ago he suffered a severe attack of stomach trouble from which he so far recovered as to be able to attend to his store business and also, his duties as a railroad official. But his health gradually declined until ten weeks ago he was taken suddenly with a stroke, from which he did not rally.
Funeral held from the residence at 3 o'clock Tuesday afternoon. Bearers: John M. Clark, Wm. A. Shear, M. S. Harvey, Milton J. Potter, E. J. Stocking and Dr. R. B. Knight.
Melville Sirrilus Thompson was born at Norwich, Chenango County, NY, March 11, 1839, where he spent the first 20 years of his life in the acquirement of an education at home and in the common schools of the village. In 1859 he came to Coudersport and worked for his brother, Z. J. Thompson as a wheelwright for three years. Then he entered the employ of P. A. Stebbins and Son in the Mercantile Business until the fall of 1866, when he became associated with the late Dr. Ellison in the Drug business, at which time possessed a cash capital of $100. The firm name was Ellison and Thompson until 1868 when the late John S. Mann acquired Dr. Ellison's interest and the name was changed to Thompson and Mann and again in 1879 to Thompson and Co., which name has became famous all over this section and still exists.
Mr. Thompson was appointed Postmaster in 1869 by President Ulysses S. Grant. He held the office continuously for 18 years.
On Sept. 30, 1868 he married Miss Cora E. Mann, daughter of the late John S. and Mary W. Mann of this Boro. She died Nov. 8, 1899 and to her memory has been erected the beautiful marble drinking fountain on the corner of Main and Third Streets. To them no children were born, but they adopted two girls, daughters of his sister, Mrs. Freeman, who died in Kansas leaving a family of small children. They both survive and are married. Marcia, the elder, being the wife of W. A. Stevens and Marion, the wife of Louis Stocum of Coudersport.
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Mr & Mrs G.W. Atkinson are rejicing over the birth of a seven-pound daughter at the ouerport Hospital, November 14. She will be called Wilma Adelaide.
Mr. and Mrs. Walter Metzger and children of Roulette, called on her parents, Mr, and Mrs. Arthur Mattison, Sunday afternoon.
Mr & Mrs Judson Dingman and children, Arneda, Isaac, Alta, attended the Williams' reunion at Edsel Williams' at Gold, Sunday.
The Harvester Class met with Miss Leona Matherson, Saturday evening.
IN THE EARLY DAYS
OF COUDERSPORT
Paper By John Sohollard, of Hebron, Read Before the Potter County Historical Society.
I was born in Coudersport in the year 1852. My people came here some time in the forties and settled in Coudersport. My father's occupation was railroading. That being a very poor occupation for a man in those days in Coudersport he went on the Erie Railroad as a brakeman on the passenger train running from New York to Covington, as the road was built only to that point at that time.
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Mr. Brown, who sometimes did clerical work, but his occupation was that of an iron molder. His place of business was where the silk mill now stands. Just above was the town carpenter and contractor, Eli Rees.
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Lady's wear, by Crissy Metzger.
... the book store of Mrs. John S. Mann, where people bought books for their school childfren. ... Lewis Mann, groceries.
On the other side of the street, where the Potter Gas Company now is, was a Mr. Judd, who kept postoffice. Where the Knight building now is, the Spencers ran the candy store and supplied the young people with sweets as a atter of course.
Back to Main Street, in the block was the store of C.S. Jones who sold groceries and a few other supplies. ... Also, the Armstrongs made to measure boots and ladies' shoes, guaranteed to wear a whole year or to be repaired for nothing. On the lower corner was the Bill Jones General Store where deer was bought and shipped by teams to Pottsville and carried to market to Philadelphia and sold.
On the next corner, where the Crittenden now stands, was the hotel kept by the genial Sam Mills where refreshments were bought for three cents a glass.
On the other corner across from the Crittenden House was a store run by J.B. Smith. On the corner where the Potter County Garage now stands was the Hickory Hotel, or Cartee House.
... There was also a WR. Starkweather, who claimed to be the best ox-shoer in town. There was also Mr. Thompson, the wagon-maker.
The legal minds were Mr. Maynard, Mr. Ellis and J.S. Mann. Other residents living in the town were Timothy Ives, Arch F. Jones, W.M. Metzgar, Ben Rennells, Judge Ross, Abiather rounseville, W.B. Gordnier, Albert Goodsell, Brum Rorabacher. I must also make mention of Jake Reed, who made the drive and felled fifty acres of timber before breakfast on a Sunday morning.
... the Irish families in thos early days: the Careys, Gillons, Ryans, Sullivans, Glavins, Calhouns, Kernans, McCarthys, and Mr. Tommy Linnehan.
wear a whole year or to be repaired gran to gTOW more grain. Dr. Ellison for nothingi On the lower corner was also built a more up-to-date grist and the Bill Jones General Store where, saw mill ophe Crittenden farm.
how. Shipped by teams owned by A." Bfephe'ns" "Estate', .'n-1 to Pottsville and carried to market to Philadelphia and sold. On the next corner, where the Crittenden now stands, was the hotel
other Industry in the town and a large asset to the farmers around the vicinity of the town, in the early days, was
. , ' ; ir-; p.;us4 , hralromer, 4-i, 1 lves Arcn 'i J0 .
V V uiunviuuu Vli WI& kept the ashery of Bill Jones, who bought i by the genial Sam Mills where re-! all the ashes made by the farmers and freshments were bought for three was leached in large vats, boiled down cents a glass. into crystals, called salts (or Potash) 1 On the other corner across from the sacked and shipped to New York and Crittenden House was a store run by refined and made into baking soda for J. B. Smith. On the corner where the tne People's pancakes for breakfast, i
Potter County Garage now stands was 1 W.B. Gordnier also built a Dlant for ' the Hickory Hotel, or Cartee House. making farm implements for farmers, Now I have taken you through the in the Iine of hy takes, cutting boxes business part of the town. There was and other necessary things. The fac- also a W.R. Starkweather, who claim-
tory was equipped with one brown ed to be the best ox-shoer in the town. norse that furnished the power with a There was also Mr. Thompson, the tread and a turning lathe installed, wagon-maker. J was Me the man who built a wood- ThA Wl mint WOM m, Mn.
'shed. He said: "I got it completed; I Mr. Ellis and J. S. Mann.
Other resi- stePPed back and took a look at it and ATir. livincr in T.hA Iavh woro Timnhv ' wufiiicu, .mm ii. yuu passenger train running from New York to Covington, as the road was built only to that point at that time. Unfortunately, my father was killed at a later date at Wellsville Station, N. Y. State, when I was only ' nine months old. It was rather a hard proposition for my mother, as, at that age, I was perhaps more of an item of expense than an asset. The point that I want to bring out is that Coudersport had generous people in the forties and fifties; but not nearly as many as now. I will try to give a bird's eye view of the town and what it contained and . ' nmiMn'.
novo (..lnoJ ki, Ablather " -" .w.t, , . nes, w. in. meizgar, i , Ben Rennells, Judge Ross, Abiather LU"'"" 1 "ave ne.T ... o n n Ian n-n i n cr of if Kounseville, W.
B. Gordnier, Albert. Goodsell, Brum Rorabacher. I must
A Mr. Sandberg added to the town's growth by building a tannerv growth by building a tannery which was located across the river. Mr. Sandberg's business was ruined by a Mr. Colville who banked his logs below the tannery and in the spring flood it backed the water up and put
also make mention of Jake Reed, who i which made the drive and felled fifty acres i
mention of the Irish families in those I early days: the Careys, Gillons, Ryans,!"18 business out of date. Other large Sullivans, Glavins, Calhouns, Kernans, interests Degan to come in, such as McCarthys, and Mr. Tommy Linnehan ' tne Hammond tannery, Mina Mills, of timber before breakfast on a Sun day morning.
It would be proper, perhaps, to make a I will not take up your time on the South Side as there was only one house at this time and that was the TTnll hmiap Tho lnnrl nn flio Rnnt-Vi U I ns -1 4.:-.-4.. X looked like. As a matter of course, I Side was owned by the Keatings and - iuc" '""y ior ..gms shall have to commence from some was cleared by them for a farm. The I Pfved st.re?ts'. a Pod sewaee system the building of the Coudersport & Port Allegany railroad.
The South Side began to build up with business places; also new residences, equipped of inem ior a iarra. me - . ... . - lnir,f , nw on T will Vo Keatine-s were verv crenerous makinf? ' PIenry 01 snaae' nne water and one f i1o0 f K0io0 f Mr r ,, homiest.
tn the Cnnntv and Schools. tne nicest county seats on the Penn- sometiems did clerical work, but his The Dent family was also residents of Jl nla map I occupation was that of an iron molder. the County Seat and was largely cred-I Thanking you for your time I have His place of business was where the ited for the interest they took in the taken up I am going to leave you to silk mill now stands. Just above was the town carpenter and contractor, Eli Rees. As you move down Main street, on the right hand side was where the ladies were supplied with bonnets, skirts and other fashionable garments, sold building of the town.
The town clock draw your own conclusions from your was a generous donation from the Dent family. F. W. Knox was also a resident of the town, coming here as principal of the High School. Now, as I have been taking you by urissey Metzger.
continuing on 'th,ough the early days of the Borough aown Main street was tne dook store owr imaginations of the early days of the town. JOHN SCHOLLARD. October 30, 1925.
of Mrs. John S. Mann, where people order to carry you a little farther of Coudersport, it perhaps would be in tioDi exponaa fieri facias, levari fa- bought books for their school children On the next corner was the store of Lewis Mann, who supplied the people with groceries in a small way. On the other side where the Potter Gas Company now is, was a Mr. Judd who kept postoffice. Where the Knight building now is, the Spencers ran the candy store and supplied the young people with sweets as a matter of course. Now we will go baok.to Main street, and in the block was the store of C.S. Jones who sold groceries and a few other supplies. In this block, also, was the Armstrongs made to measure down the line when others began to come in and establish other lines of business. The Canfields built a large gristmill with a race carrying water to furnish the power for a large buck- dersport, Pa. et wheel to do the grinding which
cias and sur mortgage, issued out of the Court of Common Pleas of Potter county, Pennsylvania, and to me directed, I shall expose to public sale or outcry at the courthouse in Cou- of be the & R.
SHERIFF'S SALE
By virtue of sundry writs of venditioni eponas, fieri facias, levari facias and sur mortgage, issued out of the Court of Common Pleas of Potter County, Penna and to me directed, I shall expose to public sale or outcry at the courthouse in Coudersport, Pa.
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 22, 1925
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Parcel 1. in Homer Twp, containing 80 acres.
Parcel 2. in Eulalia Twp, containing 52 acres and being the northern tongue of Michael Snyder farm sold to Frank Howland June 6, 1907.
Parcel 3. in Homer Twp, containing 157 acres adjoining corner of lot deeded by J.H. Ayres to Alfred Ayres.
Seized, taken in exeution, and to be sold as the property of Henry Beihler and Elizabeth Biehler, at the suit of The Citizens Safe Deposit & Trust Company.
IRVING E. VELEY, Sheriff
R.R. Lewis, Plaintiff's Attorney
United States
Pennsylvania
Coudersport
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