New York, 1895
William A. Mitchell, one of the oldest residents of Flushing, died at his home on Sunday. Mr. Mitchell was born at Manhasset Valley in [*]. He held the positions of town clerk and tax collector. He was identified with the Odd Fellows fifty-two years and in his early life was a member of the Hamilton rifles and the home guards.
*Note: In the original article, Mitchells' birth is given as 1620. Assuming he wasn't really that old, 1820 might be a better guess.
Fell and Broke Both Legs
Saturday morning Frank Devine, a middle aged man living at Sagg, was going to Sag Harbor with a load of hay. While crossing the bridge across Sagg road the load of hay upset, throwing Devine to the ground. Both of his legs were broken below the knees.
Squires' Body Comes Ashore
The body of Capt. Squires, master of the ill-fated schooner Lewis V. Place, which was wrecked off Patchogue, came ashore at the Shinnecock life saving station Friday morning. It was taken to the home of his brother at Bridgehampton.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, March 1, 1895, p. 1.
Friday, May 30, 2008
The County Sued for $15,000
New York, 1895
Mary Kelly of Brooklyn has brought an action against Queens county to recover $15,000 for the death of her husband. Kelly was employed by the county to make repairs to the Hunter's Point bridge, and it was necessary for him to go down under the bridge to do the work. It was agreed with the men engaged to operate the bridge that when it became necessary to open the bridge Kelly was to be called up from his perilous position. The bridge tenders forgot all about Kelly and opened the bridge. The man was ground into a thousand pieces.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, March 1, 1895, p. 1.
Mary Kelly of Brooklyn has brought an action against Queens county to recover $15,000 for the death of her husband. Kelly was employed by the county to make repairs to the Hunter's Point bridge, and it was necessary for him to go down under the bridge to do the work. It was agreed with the men engaged to operate the bridge that when it became necessary to open the bridge Kelly was to be called up from his perilous position. The bridge tenders forgot all about Kelly and opened the bridge. The man was ground into a thousand pieces.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, March 1, 1895, p. 1.
Death of Miss Annie Napier
New York, 1895
Miss Annie Napier, youngest daughter of the late John B. Napier, died at her home on Jamaica avenue, Woodhaven, on Thursday, after a short illness from pneumonia. The funeral took place from Grace church on Sunday afternoon and was largely attended by friends from all parts of the town. The services were conducted by the Rev. William Bottome and the Rev. Joshua Kimber. The interment was in the family plot in Grace church yard. The deceased possessed many graces of character and manner, and the news of her death evoked many expressions of sorrow.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, March 1, 1895, p. 1.
Miss Annie Napier, youngest daughter of the late John B. Napier, died at her home on Jamaica avenue, Woodhaven, on Thursday, after a short illness from pneumonia. The funeral took place from Grace church on Sunday afternoon and was largely attended by friends from all parts of the town. The services were conducted by the Rev. William Bottome and the Rev. Joshua Kimber. The interment was in the family plot in Grace church yard. The deceased possessed many graces of character and manner, and the news of her death evoked many expressions of sorrow.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, March 1, 1895, p. 1.
Fletcher's Plunge in the River
New York, 1895
William Fletcher, 35 years old, of Long Island City, drank so much whisky that he decided to end his earthly existence Friday morning. Between 5 and 6 o'clock Fletcher jumped into the East river from the Hunter's Point ferry slip. He had disappeared in the icy water for the second time when James Murphy a deck hand, rescued him.
Ruptured a Blood Vessel
William P. Horton, keeper of the Almshouse at Barnum Island, ruptured a blood-vessel in his left arm while driving a pulling horse on Friday. An operation will be necessary.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, March 1, 1895, p. 1.
William Fletcher, 35 years old, of Long Island City, drank so much whisky that he decided to end his earthly existence Friday morning. Between 5 and 6 o'clock Fletcher jumped into the East river from the Hunter's Point ferry slip. He had disappeared in the icy water for the second time when James Murphy a deck hand, rescued him.
Ruptured a Blood Vessel
William P. Horton, keeper of the Almshouse at Barnum Island, ruptured a blood-vessel in his left arm while driving a pulling horse on Friday. An operation will be necessary.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, March 1, 1895, p. 1.
Ryan Met Death in a Tunnel
New York, 1895
The remains of Thomas Ryan, who was killed while riding on top of a freight train on the rapid transit road at Tompkinsville, S. I., reached his home in Whitestone Sunday evening. The train was passing through a tunnel, and his head struck against the top of it, fracturing his skull and throwing him to the ground.
Broke His Leg
While backing a wagon under a shed on Saturday, Paul Rosel, of Bridgehampton, slipped on the ice and broke his leg.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, March 1, 1895, p. 1.
The remains of Thomas Ryan, who was killed while riding on top of a freight train on the rapid transit road at Tompkinsville, S. I., reached his home in Whitestone Sunday evening. The train was passing through a tunnel, and his head struck against the top of it, fracturing his skull and throwing him to the ground.
Broke His Leg
While backing a wagon under a shed on Saturday, Paul Rosel, of Bridgehampton, slipped on the ice and broke his leg.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, March 1, 1895, p. 1.
Found Dead in a Hut
New York, 1895
Lizzie Quinn, aged 28 years, was found dead in a hut in which she lived near Cypress avenue, Newtown, on Sunday evening by Coroner Haslam. When the woman first appeared in the village she presented quite an attractive appearance. Dissipation, however, began to have its effects and she contracted consumption. She had not been seen for several days.
Found Her Husband Dead
Rabe M. Fox, a glove maker of Hempstead, was found dead by his wife at his residence near Hempstead Monday night. Mr. Fox was apparently in the best of health ten minutes before his sudden demise.
Will Get Fifty Thousand Dollars
By the settlement of the estate of the late Jacob Travis of New York, the heirs of the late Mrs. John Campbell of Glen Cove will receive about $50,000. Mrs. Campbell was one of the direct heirs to the estate, which was estimated to be worth about $600,000.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, March 1, 1895, p. 1.
Lizzie Quinn, aged 28 years, was found dead in a hut in which she lived near Cypress avenue, Newtown, on Sunday evening by Coroner Haslam. When the woman first appeared in the village she presented quite an attractive appearance. Dissipation, however, began to have its effects and she contracted consumption. She had not been seen for several days.
Found Her Husband Dead
Rabe M. Fox, a glove maker of Hempstead, was found dead by his wife at his residence near Hempstead Monday night. Mr. Fox was apparently in the best of health ten minutes before his sudden demise.
Will Get Fifty Thousand Dollars
By the settlement of the estate of the late Jacob Travis of New York, the heirs of the late Mrs. John Campbell of Glen Cove will receive about $50,000. Mrs. Campbell was one of the direct heirs to the estate, which was estimated to be worth about $600,000.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, March 1, 1895, p. 1.
Wednesday, May 28, 2008
Obituary Notes
New York, 1895
Rev. Clinton Leonard, an aged colored Methodist preacher, died at Sag Harbor on Tuesday.
Capt. Jeremiah Ludlow, an old-time whaler, died at his home in Bridgehampton at the age of 79 years. He began his seafaring life in 1832, and was master of the ship Isaac Howland of New Bedford, that was seized and burned by the Confederate steamer Shenandoah in 1866. His last command was the ship Hibernia of New Bedford.
Solomon Belden Noble, father of District Attorney Daniel Noble, died at Astoria Sunday morning, Mr. Noble was 75 years old, and a resident of Long Island City for more than 25 years. He was Corporation Counsel during Mayor Ditmar's term, and the latter part of Mayor Gleason's term, and once served as Assemblyman from New York. Mr. Noble was stricken with paralysis a year or so ago while acting as an Assistant District Attorney to his son.
Nearly Lost His Life
William Blake, of Amityville, fell into the water twice on Sunday while walking on the ice in Great South Bay. He was almost dead from exposure when pulled out.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 22, 1895, p. 12.
Rev. Clinton Leonard, an aged colored Methodist preacher, died at Sag Harbor on Tuesday.
Capt. Jeremiah Ludlow, an old-time whaler, died at his home in Bridgehampton at the age of 79 years. He began his seafaring life in 1832, and was master of the ship Isaac Howland of New Bedford, that was seized and burned by the Confederate steamer Shenandoah in 1866. His last command was the ship Hibernia of New Bedford.
Solomon Belden Noble, father of District Attorney Daniel Noble, died at Astoria Sunday morning, Mr. Noble was 75 years old, and a resident of Long Island City for more than 25 years. He was Corporation Counsel during Mayor Ditmar's term, and the latter part of Mayor Gleason's term, and once served as Assemblyman from New York. Mr. Noble was stricken with paralysis a year or so ago while acting as an Assistant District Attorney to his son.
Nearly Lost His Life
William Blake, of Amityville, fell into the water twice on Sunday while walking on the ice in Great South Bay. He was almost dead from exposure when pulled out.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 22, 1895, p. 12.
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
Diphtheria in a Protectory
New York, 1895
Diphtheria has broken out in St. John's Catholic protectory, half a mile north of Hicksville. Dr. Mann of Jericho on Sunday reported the case to the health authorities of Oyster Bay, and Dr. Zabriski paid a visit to the protectory on Monday. He will order the place quarantined. Fifteen boys are stricken with the disease.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 22, 1895, p. 4.
Diphtheria has broken out in St. John's Catholic protectory, half a mile north of Hicksville. Dr. Mann of Jericho on Sunday reported the case to the health authorities of Oyster Bay, and Dr. Zabriski paid a visit to the protectory on Monday. He will order the place quarantined. Fifteen boys are stricken with the disease.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 22, 1895, p. 4.
The Baker Inquest
New York, 1895
The inquest on the body of Frederick Baker, the Shoe and Leather Bank robber, has been an egregious farce. Happily it has come to an end. The insurance companies have worked the field all over in an effort to find that the man died of poison, and have failed signally. We shall not be surprised if an attempt is made to make the county pay for this farce, as a professional chemist was employed either with or without the coroner's approval. The Supervisors should be on the alert for such a bill, and promptly reject it. Not long ago a New York chemist sent in a bill for $1,000 for an analysis in the Sharkey poisoning case at Flushing. The Supervisors cut the bill down to $300, and they did right. The analysis was not required, for the high priced chemist discovered nothing that was not already known to the physicians who made the autopsy; but such is the ridiculously extravagant way of the District Attorney's office.
Baker was found dead in the water, but there was no water in his lungs. His body was floating face downward, and he was seen to fall out of his boat. Death was due to suffocation. The chemists could find no poison that was not injected into the corpse by the embalmer. Nevertheless, the Coroner's jury solemnly declare that they do not know how he came to his death! Evidently the verdict was framed by the insurance companies. It leaves the door wide open for them to quibble. A Coroner who has no higher appreciation of public duty than is apparent in the conduct of this case ought to get out of office to save what reputation he may have for intelligence.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 22, 1895, p. 4.
The inquest on the body of Frederick Baker, the Shoe and Leather Bank robber, has been an egregious farce. Happily it has come to an end. The insurance companies have worked the field all over in an effort to find that the man died of poison, and have failed signally. We shall not be surprised if an attempt is made to make the county pay for this farce, as a professional chemist was employed either with or without the coroner's approval. The Supervisors should be on the alert for such a bill, and promptly reject it. Not long ago a New York chemist sent in a bill for $1,000 for an analysis in the Sharkey poisoning case at Flushing. The Supervisors cut the bill down to $300, and they did right. The analysis was not required, for the high priced chemist discovered nothing that was not already known to the physicians who made the autopsy; but such is the ridiculously extravagant way of the District Attorney's office.
Baker was found dead in the water, but there was no water in his lungs. His body was floating face downward, and he was seen to fall out of his boat. Death was due to suffocation. The chemists could find no poison that was not injected into the corpse by the embalmer. Nevertheless, the Coroner's jury solemnly declare that they do not know how he came to his death! Evidently the verdict was framed by the insurance companies. It leaves the door wide open for them to quibble. A Coroner who has no higher appreciation of public duty than is apparent in the conduct of this case ought to get out of office to save what reputation he may have for intelligence.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 22, 1895, p. 4.
Monday, May 26, 2008
She Rose From The Dead
New York, 1895Mrs. Bowden Restored to Life After the Undertaker Had Come.
Mrs. Bowden, 75 years old, who lives with her daughter, Mrs. Harvey [Hallock], in Bridgehampton, seemed to be stricken with heart failure Sunday. The family physician did all he could, but she sank rapidly. The doctor listened vainly for the heart-beats, and at last pronounced the woman dead.
The undertaker was about to measure the body for a casket when one of the family insisted that the woman might not be dead. The physician, to satisfy him, injected a heart restorative. There was a perceptible movement of the eyelids and the woman's breast moved up and down faintly. Soon she began to breathe, and finally opened her eyes.
Those about the bedside watched in amazement. The woman soon got up, and in less than an hour was walking about the room. Mrs. Bowden says the attack seemed like a fainting spell.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 22, 1895, p. 1.
Note: Probably says Mrs. Harvey Hallock. It's always unfortunate when a little piece is missing like that!
Girl Hurt While Coasting
New York, 1895
Eva Petty was severely injured in a coasting accident at Corona Wednesday night and will probably die. She was one of a party piloted down a big hill by Everett Skidmore on a bob-sled. In the trip down the sleigh struck a horse owned by A. M. Terry and knocked the animal down. The horse fell upon Eva.
Williams Died in a Fit
William Williams, 38 years old, of Brooklyn, died in a fit in the cook house on the Standard oil company's dock at Hunters' Point Sunday. He was preparing dinner when stricken.
Found Dead in Bed
William Allers, of Amityville, was found dead in bed Tuesday morning. Allers was taken suddenly ill Friday night while visiting [missing words].
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 22, 1895, p. 1.
Eva Petty was severely injured in a coasting accident at Corona Wednesday night and will probably die. She was one of a party piloted down a big hill by Everett Skidmore on a bob-sled. In the trip down the sleigh struck a horse owned by A. M. Terry and knocked the animal down. The horse fell upon Eva.
Williams Died in a Fit
William Williams, 38 years old, of Brooklyn, died in a fit in the cook house on the Standard oil company's dock at Hunters' Point Sunday. He was preparing dinner when stricken.
Found Dead in Bed
William Allers, of Amityville, was found dead in bed Tuesday morning. Allers was taken suddenly ill Friday night while visiting [missing words].
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 22, 1895, p. 1.
A Ridiculous Verdict
New York, 1895
End of the Inquest in the Body of Frederick Baker.
The inquest into the death of Frederick Baker of Sands' Point, who was concerned with Bookkeeper Samuel Seeley in defrauding the National shoe and leather bank of New York of $354,000, was concluded before Coroner Elbert Schenck and a jury at Port Washington on Friday. Baker's body was found floating in Long Island sound on Saturday, November 24, and despite the appearances of drowning there was a popular suspicion that he had taken poison. The day before the funeral the stomach and other internal organs of the man were removed and after a superficial examination by Dr. J. H. Bogart of Roslyn; Dr. W. I. Coche of Port Washington, Dr. L. L. Seaman, the medical examiner for the mutual reserve insurance company, and Professor R. A. Witthaus, they were taken to New York for chemical analysis.
The experts were baffled by the presence of poisons contained in the embalming fluid.
Professor Witthaus was the principal witness Friday. He said he had found poisons in the organs, but only such as are used by embalmers — mercury, zinc and arsenic.
The professor would not state that Baker was poisoned, but was positive that death was not caused by drowning. The jury returned a verdict of death from unknown causes.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 22, 1895, p. 1.
End of the Inquest in the Body of Frederick Baker.
The inquest into the death of Frederick Baker of Sands' Point, who was concerned with Bookkeeper Samuel Seeley in defrauding the National shoe and leather bank of New York of $354,000, was concluded before Coroner Elbert Schenck and a jury at Port Washington on Friday. Baker's body was found floating in Long Island sound on Saturday, November 24, and despite the appearances of drowning there was a popular suspicion that he had taken poison. The day before the funeral the stomach and other internal organs of the man were removed and after a superficial examination by Dr. J. H. Bogart of Roslyn; Dr. W. I. Coche of Port Washington, Dr. L. L. Seaman, the medical examiner for the mutual reserve insurance company, and Professor R. A. Witthaus, they were taken to New York for chemical analysis.
The experts were baffled by the presence of poisons contained in the embalming fluid.
Professor Witthaus was the principal witness Friday. He said he had found poisons in the organs, but only such as are used by embalmers — mercury, zinc and arsenic.
The professor would not state that Baker was poisoned, but was positive that death was not caused by drowning. The jury returned a verdict of death from unknown causes.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 22, 1895, p. 1.
Fell Dead Upon the Floor
New York, 1895
While preparing supper Tuesday night, Mrs. Henry Combs of Bay Shore suddenly fell forward to the floor. She died before the arrival of a physician.
Union and Non-union Men Fight
Martin Kelly, a non-union conductor on the Grand street line to Newtown, was assaulted Tuesday night by Patrick Stein, a carpenter. Stein came up behind Kelly and struck him on the head, inflicting two scalp wounds. A fight followed and Kelly shot Stein in the head. Both men were arrested by Capt. Methven. Judge Monteverde held Kelly in $1,500, and Stein in $750 bonds.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 22, 1895, p. 1.
While preparing supper Tuesday night, Mrs. Henry Combs of Bay Shore suddenly fell forward to the floor. She died before the arrival of a physician.
Union and Non-union Men Fight
Martin Kelly, a non-union conductor on the Grand street line to Newtown, was assaulted Tuesday night by Patrick Stein, a carpenter. Stein came up behind Kelly and struck him on the head, inflicting two scalp wounds. A fight followed and Kelly shot Stein in the head. Both men were arrested by Capt. Methven. Judge Monteverde held Kelly in $1,500, and Stein in $750 bonds.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 22, 1895, p. 1.
Found Half Frozen in the Snow
New York, 1895
Mrs. John Casey, of Oyster Bay, was found half frozen in a snow bank near her house Wednesday night. The woman left her home about 8 o'clock upon an errand, She did not return by midnight and a searching party was organized. It is thought that her mind has become unbalanced.
Sheriff Norton's Son Hurt
While Sheriff Norton's son was riding horse-back through Glen Cove the horse slipped on the ice and fell. The boy was thrown under the horse and had one leg broken and a foot crushed.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 22, 1895, p. 1.
Mrs. John Casey, of Oyster Bay, was found half frozen in a snow bank near her house Wednesday night. The woman left her home about 8 o'clock upon an errand, She did not return by midnight and a searching party was organized. It is thought that her mind has become unbalanced.
Sheriff Norton's Son Hurt
While Sheriff Norton's son was riding horse-back through Glen Cove the horse slipped on the ice and fell. The boy was thrown under the horse and had one leg broken and a foot crushed.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 22, 1895, p. 1.
Found Frozen in a Barn
New York, 1895
William Stoothoff, who left his home at Far Rockaway Wednesday of last week to visit friends, was found Thursday lying in the barn in the rear of the Neptune house. He had apparently frozen to death. Stoothoff was 75 years old and a veteran of the war.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 22, 1895, p. 1.
William Stoothoff, who left his home at Far Rockaway Wednesday of last week to visit friends, was found Thursday lying in the barn in the rear of the Neptune house. He had apparently frozen to death. Stoothoff was 75 years old and a veteran of the war.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 22, 1895, p. 1.
Pneumonia Kills the Entire Family
New York, 1895
A remarkable mortality overtook the family of John Hogan, of Oyster Bay. His wife Johanna died on January 26, of pneumonia; his daughter, Mrs. Hines, of Jericho, died on January 29, of the same disease; he himself died on January 31, of heart failure superinduced by grief. His daughter, Mrs. Wm. Pettit, of Oyster Bay, died on February 4th, of pneumonia. Her husband, who was down with the disease, is recovering.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 22, 1895, p. 4.
A remarkable mortality overtook the family of John Hogan, of Oyster Bay. His wife Johanna died on January 26, of pneumonia; his daughter, Mrs. Hines, of Jericho, died on January 29, of the same disease; he himself died on January 31, of heart failure superinduced by grief. His daughter, Mrs. Wm. Pettit, of Oyster Bay, died on February 4th, of pneumonia. Her husband, who was down with the disease, is recovering.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 22, 1895, p. 4.
Magnaminity
New York, 1895
Owing to the recent severe weather and its incumbent inconveniences, many families visited by the "grim destroyer" have been in sore straits regarding the disposal of the remains of their loved ones.
Realizing this, the directors of the Cedar Grove cemetery (located on the Old Mill Road near Flushing), offer the use of their magnificent receiving vault to such families free of charge — the small deposit required being returned or rebated as soon as the weather permits the selection of a grave or a plot in their cemetery.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 22, 1895, p. 4.
Owing to the recent severe weather and its incumbent inconveniences, many families visited by the "grim destroyer" have been in sore straits regarding the disposal of the remains of their loved ones.
Realizing this, the directors of the Cedar Grove cemetery (located on the Old Mill Road near Flushing), offer the use of their magnificent receiving vault to such families free of charge — the small deposit required being returned or rebated as soon as the weather permits the selection of a grave or a plot in their cemetery.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 22, 1895, p. 4.
Friday, May 23, 2008
Sent to the Asylum
New York, 1895
David L. Hawxhurst, aged 70 years, who resided with his sister, Mrs. Ploss, on Catharine street, Jamaica, was on Tuesday pronounced insane. He will be taken to the Poughkeepsie asylum.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 12.
David L. Hawxhurst, aged 70 years, who resided with his sister, Mrs. Ploss, on Catharine street, Jamaica, was on Tuesday pronounced insane. He will be taken to the Poughkeepsie asylum.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 12.
Caught Between the Cars
New York, 1895
John Martin, employed in the Hunter's Point yard of the Long Island railroad, was severely crushed while coupling cars Tuesday afternoon. He was taken to St. John's Hospital.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 12.
John Martin, employed in the Hunter's Point yard of the Long Island railroad, was severely crushed while coupling cars Tuesday afternoon. He was taken to St. John's Hospital.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 12.
Death of Abraham Bessemer
New York, 1895
Abraham Bessemer, of Jamaica, who was taken to the Poughkeepsie asylum two weeks ago, died there yesterday. Funeral services will be held at his late residence, Union Hall street, Saturday evening at 8 o'clock. Interment private on Sunday.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 12.
Abraham Bessemer, of Jamaica, who was taken to the Poughkeepsie asylum two weeks ago, died there yesterday. Funeral services will be held at his late residence, Union Hall street, Saturday evening at 8 o'clock. Interment private on Sunday.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 12.
Fractured Her Spine in a Snowdrift
New York, 1895
Miss Annie Bauman is laid up with a fractured spine that will probably make her a cripple for life. On Saturday, in a spirit of fun, she attempted to make an impression of herself in the snow by throwing herself backward in a drift. She fell heavily, striking her back across a log that was hidden in the drift.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 12.
Miss Annie Bauman is laid up with a fractured spine that will probably make her a cripple for life. On Saturday, in a spirit of fun, she attempted to make an impression of herself in the snow by throwing herself backward in a drift. She fell heavily, striking her back across a log that was hidden in the drift.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 12.
Killed Under a Pile of Coal
New York, 1895
Joseph E. Eidenbach, a German, in the employ of Smith & Brewster, at Bay Shore, was killed while tunnelling out coal from a huge heap Tuesday afternoon. The coal was frozen solid, and an entrance was made at the bottom of the pile some three feet wide and fifteen feet long. Eldenbach had entered the heap a number of times during the day and returned safely each time. He was engaged in loading the last wagon, and had entered the hole for the last time for the day, when the tunnel caved in. George Howell, a laborer who witnessed the accident, secured help, and after digging for about half an hour succeeded in reaching Eidenbach's body.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 12.
Joseph E. Eidenbach, a German, in the employ of Smith & Brewster, at Bay Shore, was killed while tunnelling out coal from a huge heap Tuesday afternoon. The coal was frozen solid, and an entrance was made at the bottom of the pile some three feet wide and fifteen feet long. Eldenbach had entered the heap a number of times during the day and returned safely each time. He was engaged in loading the last wagon, and had entered the hole for the last time for the day, when the tunnel caved in. George Howell, a laborer who witnessed the accident, secured help, and after digging for about half an hour succeeded in reaching Eidenbach's body.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 12.
A Sailor Sent to Jail
New York, 1895
Everin Hallock, a sailor at Port Jefferson, has been sent to Riverhead jail for 40 days. Friday he was found nearly frozen in a snow-drift.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 12.
Everin Hallock, a sailor at Port Jefferson, has been sent to Riverhead jail for 40 days. Friday he was found nearly frozen in a snow-drift.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 12.
Mr. Dunton's Shoulder Broken
New York, 1895
Ex-Supervisor Frederick W. Dunton, while engaged examining the pipes on the water tower at his residence at Hollis, on Thursday, slipped on the ice and fell to the ground, a distance of fifteen feet, breaking his right shoulder. Dr. Philip M. Wood set the bones.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 12.
Ex-Supervisor Frederick W. Dunton, while engaged examining the pipes on the water tower at his residence at Hollis, on Thursday, slipped on the ice and fell to the ground, a distance of fifteen feet, breaking his right shoulder. Dr. Philip M. Wood set the bones.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 12.
Mr. Hicks Getting Well
New York, 1895
Jacob Hicks, secretary of the Agricultural Society, who has been confined to his home at Old Westbury with grip, is rapidly recovering.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 12.
Jacob Hicks, secretary of the Agricultural Society, who has been confined to his home at Old Westbury with grip, is rapidly recovering.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 12.
Frozen Hands and Feet
New York, 1895
Christopher Colligan, residing on Douglass street, Jamaica, and employed as a section foremen on the Long Island railroad, had his feet and hands frozen while clearing switches on Friday.
Thomas Rudden, residing on Washington street, Jamaica, section superintendent on the Long Island railroad, had his face and ears badly frozen on Friday.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 12.
Christopher Colligan, residing on Douglass street, Jamaica, and employed as a section foremen on the Long Island railroad, had his feet and hands frozen while clearing switches on Friday.
Thomas Rudden, residing on Washington street, Jamaica, section superintendent on the Long Island railroad, had his face and ears badly frozen on Friday.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 12.
Undertaker and Embalmer (1895 advertisement)
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 3.
Obituary Notes
New York, 1895
Zachariah Roe, aged 73 years, of Flushing, died suddenly Friday night from heart disease. He was an ex-village trustee and a prominent Odd Fellow.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 1.
Zachariah Roe, aged 73 years, of Flushing, died suddenly Friday night from heart disease. He was an ex-village trustee and a prominent Odd Fellow.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 1.
Mortimer's Sudden Death
New York, 1895
James Mortimer, jr., of Hempstead, died suddenly with convulsions on Sunday morning at his home, East Meadow. The deceased was out sleigh riding Saturday afternoon.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 1.
James Mortimer, jr., of Hempstead, died suddenly with convulsions on Sunday morning at his home, East Meadow. The deceased was out sleigh riding Saturday afternoon.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 1.
Found Dead in His Chair
New York, 1895
Jeremiah Ludlow, a retired whaling captain and a well known citizen of Southold, was found dead in a big arm chair Friday morning. Death was due to heart disease.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 1.
Jeremiah Ludlow, a retired whaling captain and a well known citizen of Southold, was found dead in a big arm chair Friday morning. Death was due to heart disease.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 1.
Found Him Freezing in the Snow
New York, 1895
Elias Losee of Freeport had a narrow escape from freezing to death Saturday night. He was found by Officer Dunbar at midnight lying in the snow. His hands and feet were frostbitten.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 1.
Elias Losee of Freeport had a narrow escape from freezing to death Saturday night. He was found by Officer Dunbar at midnight lying in the snow. His hands and feet were frostbitten.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 1.
Much Illness in Bay Shore
New York, 1895
A scourge of diphtheria has added its terrors to grip and pneumonia, which have ravaged Bay Shore this winter. The first cases of diphtheria occurred in the family of John H. Bedell. Captain Urias Rhodes and three of his children, aged 8, 11 and 14 years, are all down with diphtheria.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 1.
A scourge of diphtheria has added its terrors to grip and pneumonia, which have ravaged Bay Shore this winter. The first cases of diphtheria occurred in the family of John H. Bedell. Captain Urias Rhodes and three of his children, aged 8, 11 and 14 years, are all down with diphtheria.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 1.
Killed by a Train
New York, 1895
The north shore train on the Long Island railroad, due at Hunter's Point at 4 o'clock Saturday afternoon, struck and killed William Ridky at the Skillman avenue crossing. Ridky was driving across the track in a wagon when the train thundered around the curve. The horse was killed and the wagon smashed to pieces.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 1.
The north shore train on the Long Island railroad, due at Hunter's Point at 4 o'clock Saturday afternoon, struck and killed William Ridky at the Skillman avenue crossing. Ridky was driving across the track in a wagon when the train thundered around the curve. The horse was killed and the wagon smashed to pieces.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 1.
Joseph James' Sudden Death
New York, 1895
Joseph James, an old resident of Cold Spring Harbor, died suddenly Sunday at Marine Harbor, Staten Island, from heart disease. He was brushing his clothes when he fell dead. He was an old whaler and a member of John C. Waters Post, G. A. R.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 1.
Joseph James, an old resident of Cold Spring Harbor, died suddenly Sunday at Marine Harbor, Staten Island, from heart disease. He was brushing his clothes when he fell dead. He was an old whaler and a member of John C. Waters Post, G. A. R.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 1.
Dr. Porter Dies Suddenly
New York, 1895
Dr. A. M. Porter, of Bridgeport, about 50 years of age, died at Port Jefferson suddenly at 1 o'clock Monday morning from pneumonia. He was a magnetic doctor and was called to Rocky Point to treat Isaac Bishop.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 1.
Dr. A. M. Porter, of Bridgeport, about 50 years of age, died at Port Jefferson suddenly at 1 o'clock Monday morning from pneumonia. He was a magnetic doctor and was called to Rocky Point to treat Isaac Bishop.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 1.
Saved from Freezing to Death
New York, 1895
Joseph Wantagh, an aged resident of Wantagh, had his hands and feet frozen Thursday night. He was returning from the village to his home and when about 100 yards from his house he was attacked with a stroke of paralysis. He was picked up in the snow by neighbors and saved from freezing to death.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 1.
Joseph Wantagh, an aged resident of Wantagh, had his hands and feet frozen Thursday night. He was returning from the village to his home and when about 100 yards from his house he was attacked with a stroke of paralysis. He was picked up in the snow by neighbors and saved from freezing to death.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 1.
Walter Scott Found Unconscious
New York, 1895
The summer residence of John J. J. Canvin at Hicksville was discovered to be on fire Tuesday night. The fire department was called out and the building was saved. The greater part of the damage done was by water. Walter Scott, a young man who has charge of the house, was found in an unconscious condition from the effects of the smoke he inhaled. The damage will amount to $1,500; covered by insurance.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 1.
The summer residence of John J. J. Canvin at Hicksville was discovered to be on fire Tuesday night. The fire department was called out and the building was saved. The greater part of the damage done was by water. Walter Scott, a young man who has charge of the house, was found in an unconscious condition from the effects of the smoke he inhaled. The damage will amount to $1,500; covered by insurance.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 1.
Rudden Held For Trial
New York, 1895
His Story When Drunken Denied When He Got Sober.
Thomas Rudden, aged 20 years, of, Mineola, L. I., was committed without bail by Justice Welde in the Harlem Court on Monday for trial for attempting to kill Mrs. Margaret Tuttle.
The woman was waylaid at Seventh avenue and 139th street. Three wounds were inflicted with a knife which was found near the scene of the assault, together with a blood-stained handkerchief.
Rudden, on meeting Policeman Connolly, said he had stabbed the woman, and on reaching the West 125th street police station told the policeman where to find the knife and handkerchief.
He was taken before Mrs. Tuttle, who said she did not believe he was the man who stabbed her.
Rudden said he had tried to kill Mrs. Tuttle because he mistook her for his mother-in-law. He was drunk when he said this, and when he got sober he denied having stabbed any one, and said he could not have any grudge against his mother-in-law because he had none.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 1.
His Story When Drunken Denied When He Got Sober.
Thomas Rudden, aged 20 years, of, Mineola, L. I., was committed without bail by Justice Welde in the Harlem Court on Monday for trial for attempting to kill Mrs. Margaret Tuttle.
The woman was waylaid at Seventh avenue and 139th street. Three wounds were inflicted with a knife which was found near the scene of the assault, together with a blood-stained handkerchief.
Rudden, on meeting Policeman Connolly, said he had stabbed the woman, and on reaching the West 125th street police station told the policeman where to find the knife and handkerchief.
He was taken before Mrs. Tuttle, who said she did not believe he was the man who stabbed her.
Rudden said he had tried to kill Mrs. Tuttle because he mistook her for his mother-in-law. He was drunk when he said this, and when he got sober he denied having stabbed any one, and said he could not have any grudge against his mother-in-law because he had none.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 1.
A Man and a Woman, Both Colored, Frozen to Death at Flushing
New York, 1895
Hester Johnson, colored, 95 years old, was found Sunday morning in her tumble down shanty frozen to death. She lived in a part of Flushing known as Kiljordan, and had long been an object of charity. Abraham Van Nostrand, a farmer who lives near by, occasionally stopped at her place to give her food. Sunday morning he called and receiving no response to his repeated knocks, burst open the door and found the woman dead on the floor.
William Sendon, colored, aged 90 years was found dead in the house where he lived at Fresh Meadow, near Flushing, on Friday. He lived alone. He was frozen to death.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 1.
Hester Johnson, colored, 95 years old, was found Sunday morning in her tumble down shanty frozen to death. She lived in a part of Flushing known as Kiljordan, and had long been an object of charity. Abraham Van Nostrand, a farmer who lives near by, occasionally stopped at her place to give her food. Sunday morning he called and receiving no response to his repeated knocks, burst open the door and found the woman dead on the floor.
William Sendon, colored, aged 90 years was found dead in the house where he lived at Fresh Meadow, near Flushing, on Friday. He lived alone. He was frozen to death.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 1.
Incidents of the Storm In and Near Jamaica
New York, 1895
Friday morning Gouveneur Edwards, of Jamaica, started with a team and a wagon loaded with bread to serve his customers at Far Rockaway. He found the snow drifts impassable on the road crossing the meadows, and turned his horses toward home. When near the residence of Isaac Fisher, on the Rockaway road, his team went into a snow bank, upsetting the wagon and breaking the pole. After much difficulty he reached Mr. Fisher's house, where he was taken care of for the night. He reached home Saturday afternoon. His ears and face were badly frozen.
The condition of the streets were such on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, that the village trustees had teams of horses and men at the truck and hose houses ready to haul the carriages in case of fire.
The storm caught many people short of fuel, and the coal yards were unable to fill all the orders on Friday and Saturday. Where it was found impossible to fill the orders sent to Van Allen's yard, customers were told that they would be served on Sunday rather than that they should suffer from the cold.
Friday night John Nichols, Mervin Snedeker and John Allen, of Jamaica South, when on their way home from market, found it impossible to get through the snow drifts on the Rockaway road near the residence of John Selover. They were obliged to abandon their wagons. Saturday and Monday a large force of men, under the direction of John J. McLaughlin and the highway commissioners were at work breaking the roads, the snow in many places being from eight to ten feet deep.
The dummy cars on Myrtle avenue, running between Richmond Hill and Ridgewood, were badly blocked. No cars were run until Saturday evening.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 1.
Friday morning Gouveneur Edwards, of Jamaica, started with a team and a wagon loaded with bread to serve his customers at Far Rockaway. He found the snow drifts impassable on the road crossing the meadows, and turned his horses toward home. When near the residence of Isaac Fisher, on the Rockaway road, his team went into a snow bank, upsetting the wagon and breaking the pole. After much difficulty he reached Mr. Fisher's house, where he was taken care of for the night. He reached home Saturday afternoon. His ears and face were badly frozen.
The condition of the streets were such on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, that the village trustees had teams of horses and men at the truck and hose houses ready to haul the carriages in case of fire.
The storm caught many people short of fuel, and the coal yards were unable to fill all the orders on Friday and Saturday. Where it was found impossible to fill the orders sent to Van Allen's yard, customers were told that they would be served on Sunday rather than that they should suffer from the cold.
Friday night John Nichols, Mervin Snedeker and John Allen, of Jamaica South, when on their way home from market, found it impossible to get through the snow drifts on the Rockaway road near the residence of John Selover. They were obliged to abandon their wagons. Saturday and Monday a large force of men, under the direction of John J. McLaughlin and the highway commissioners were at work breaking the roads, the snow in many places being from eight to ten feet deep.
The dummy cars on Myrtle avenue, running between Richmond Hill and Ridgewood, were badly blocked. No cars were run until Saturday evening.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 1.
Eleven Sailors Rescued — Six Perished in the Rigging
New York, 1895
It was an awful storm out at sea. Ocean steamships were delayed three to four days. When they arrived they were coated with ice from one to three feet thick. The crew of the four-masted schooner John B. Manning were rescued from their sinking craft Friday morning by the life saving crew of the Lone Hill station off Eastport. The Manning had driven ashore and was pounding to pieces on the beach. Two hours after they reached the shore in safety the men of the Manning were helping the life savers in an attempt to rescue the crew of another schooner.
Two sailors, speechless from exhaustion, stiffened with cold, and all but dead with the suffering of a forty hour fight for life in the rigging of the schooner Louis V. Place, which wont ashore near Patchogue in the gale on Friday morning, were rescued at midnight on Saturday by the life saving crew of the Lone Hill station. Six of their shipmates died one by one under their eyes, either dropping into the ice-filled surf or freezing to death lashed to the rigging. The survivors are William Stevens and S. J. Nelson. Their rescue puts eleven lives saved from the storm to the credit of the Lone Hill crew.
For a long time after the rescue the two sailors were unable to speak even enough to tell the name of their ill-fated craft. Stevens was the first to revive, and his story of the wreck and of the cruel struggle against cold and exhaustion, during those long hours, with life and safety literally Within their grasp, though they had not the strength to avail themselves of it; with their comrades dying one by one beside them, and finally of the horror of the two dead bodies swinging from the lashings which had been life hope of the living men, and threatening to knock the wretched survivors into the sea, is such a record as is seldom found in the annals of the sea.
The wrecked vessel was the three-masted schooner Louis V. Place, from Baltimore to New York, laden with coal, with a captain and crew of seven men. Of these the following are dead:
Squires, William H., Captain, Bridgehampton, L. I., 55 years old, married; leaves a wife and two children.
Jaiby, ——, mate, Norway, 44 years old, unmarried.
Allen, Charles, engineer, Providence, 28 years old, unmarried.
Morrison, Charles, cook.
Oelson, Gus, seaman, Sweden, 28 years old.
Ward, Fritz Oscar, seaman, Norway, 21 years old, unmarried.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 1.
Note: Jaiby just had those dashes in the article, indicating they didn't have a first name for him.
It was an awful storm out at sea. Ocean steamships were delayed three to four days. When they arrived they were coated with ice from one to three feet thick. The crew of the four-masted schooner John B. Manning were rescued from their sinking craft Friday morning by the life saving crew of the Lone Hill station off Eastport. The Manning had driven ashore and was pounding to pieces on the beach. Two hours after they reached the shore in safety the men of the Manning were helping the life savers in an attempt to rescue the crew of another schooner.
Two sailors, speechless from exhaustion, stiffened with cold, and all but dead with the suffering of a forty hour fight for life in the rigging of the schooner Louis V. Place, which wont ashore near Patchogue in the gale on Friday morning, were rescued at midnight on Saturday by the life saving crew of the Lone Hill station. Six of their shipmates died one by one under their eyes, either dropping into the ice-filled surf or freezing to death lashed to the rigging. The survivors are William Stevens and S. J. Nelson. Their rescue puts eleven lives saved from the storm to the credit of the Lone Hill crew.
For a long time after the rescue the two sailors were unable to speak even enough to tell the name of their ill-fated craft. Stevens was the first to revive, and his story of the wreck and of the cruel struggle against cold and exhaustion, during those long hours, with life and safety literally Within their grasp, though they had not the strength to avail themselves of it; with their comrades dying one by one beside them, and finally of the horror of the two dead bodies swinging from the lashings which had been life hope of the living men, and threatening to knock the wretched survivors into the sea, is such a record as is seldom found in the annals of the sea.
The wrecked vessel was the three-masted schooner Louis V. Place, from Baltimore to New York, laden with coal, with a captain and crew of seven men. Of these the following are dead:
Squires, William H., Captain, Bridgehampton, L. I., 55 years old, married; leaves a wife and two children.
Jaiby, ——, mate, Norway, 44 years old, unmarried.
Allen, Charles, engineer, Providence, 28 years old, unmarried.
Morrison, Charles, cook.
Oelson, Gus, seaman, Sweden, 28 years old.
Ward, Fritz Oscar, seaman, Norway, 21 years old, unmarried.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 1.
Note: Jaiby just had those dashes in the article, indicating they didn't have a first name for him.
Three Men Killed and Several Hurt on the Long Island Railroad
New York, 1895
The 11 A. M. train from Long Island City Friday was snowbound at Fenhurst. It was in charge of Engineer Louis Cornell and Conductor Barto. An extra engine in charge of Patrick Mahoney and David Lavelle came to their relief, and the train left Fenhurst at 4.45 P. M., made up of two engines and two cars. Opposite the New Venice Hotel at Arverne Mahoney's engine ran into some freight cars on a side track and was upset. Lavelle was killed instantly. Mahoney attempted to jump, but was caught, and so crushed that he lived only a few minutes.
During the storm at 7.30 o'clock Friday morning the snow plough from the east that was opening the Long Island railroad ran into the section men who were cleaning the switch at Deer Park. It struck Louis Lesser, killing him instantly and Andrew Preissello, whom it threw a hundred feet, breaking both of his legs and one arm. Both men were Italians. William McGahen saw the plough and attempted to jump. His foot slipped and his leg was broken.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 1.
The 11 A. M. train from Long Island City Friday was snowbound at Fenhurst. It was in charge of Engineer Louis Cornell and Conductor Barto. An extra engine in charge of Patrick Mahoney and David Lavelle came to their relief, and the train left Fenhurst at 4.45 P. M., made up of two engines and two cars. Opposite the New Venice Hotel at Arverne Mahoney's engine ran into some freight cars on a side track and was upset. Lavelle was killed instantly. Mahoney attempted to jump, but was caught, and so crushed that he lived only a few minutes.
During the storm at 7.30 o'clock Friday morning the snow plough from the east that was opening the Long Island railroad ran into the section men who were cleaning the switch at Deer Park. It struck Louis Lesser, killing him instantly and Andrew Preissello, whom it threw a hundred feet, breaking both of his legs and one arm. Both men were Italians. William McGahen saw the plough and attempted to jump. His foot slipped and his leg was broken.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 1.
Died In The Blizzard
New York, 1895
SIX SAILORS PERISH IN THE RIGGING OF A STRANDED SCHOONER.
The Storm was Terrific Both on the Land and on the Sea — Three Persons Killed and Several Hurt on the Railroad — A Man and a Woman Frozen to Death.
The storm of Thursday night and Friday was the severest that has visited Long Island since the blizzard of 1888. The high wind drifted the snow, blocking the railroads and highways, and making travel almost impossible. The cold was intense, the mercury in some sections marking 6 below zero. At Peck's Hall of Pharmacy, Jamaica, the mercury at 8 o'clock Friday morning marked 4 degrees above zero. Travel on the electric road between East New York and Jamaica was entirely suspended, although attempts were made by the company to keep the road open. Friday evening the road was opened and Saturday cars were running regularly. So intense was the cold that the men employed by Isaac B. Remsen at cutting ice, refused to work. Saturday they resumed work and cut ice ten inches thick.
Travel was delayed on the main lines of the Long Island railroad. The Greenport express train, due at Jamaica at 10.30 A. M., did not reach Long Island City until late in the evening. Only one train from Hempstead reached Jamaica on Friday. It was drawn by two engines.
The first train west from Jamaica over the Atlantic avenue division crashed into the rear of a rapid transit train near the Morris Park station. Two persons were injured, one of them, Hugh Livingston, the engineer, severely.
The passengers on several of the west bound trains on the Long Island railroad that became stalled were obliged to remain in the cars all of Friday night. The company furnished them with food and made them quite comfortable. Saturday afternoon the blockade was raised.
Streams and ponds that have not been frozen over in years were covered with ice from six to eight inches in thickness. Jamaica Bay was frozen over and men crossed on the ice from the mainland to the beach.
W. A. Hawkins, a baker at Southold, drove to Greenport, some five miles, on Friday. Upon reaching home his family noticed that the horse remained unhitched standing in the yard. Upon going to the wagon they discovered Hawkins sitting on the seat all but dead from the cold. He was unconscious and in a terrible condition. He was carried into the house and a doctor summoned.
Friday morning William Sells, colored, residing at Greenport, after playing for a dance, started to walk to his home, a distance of five miles. After falling through the trestle work of the railroad three times, he reached Greenport with his ears, hands and feet frozen.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 1.
SIX SAILORS PERISH IN THE RIGGING OF A STRANDED SCHOONER.
The Storm was Terrific Both on the Land and on the Sea — Three Persons Killed and Several Hurt on the Railroad — A Man and a Woman Frozen to Death.
The storm of Thursday night and Friday was the severest that has visited Long Island since the blizzard of 1888. The high wind drifted the snow, blocking the railroads and highways, and making travel almost impossible. The cold was intense, the mercury in some sections marking 6 below zero. At Peck's Hall of Pharmacy, Jamaica, the mercury at 8 o'clock Friday morning marked 4 degrees above zero. Travel on the electric road between East New York and Jamaica was entirely suspended, although attempts were made by the company to keep the road open. Friday evening the road was opened and Saturday cars were running regularly. So intense was the cold that the men employed by Isaac B. Remsen at cutting ice, refused to work. Saturday they resumed work and cut ice ten inches thick.
Travel was delayed on the main lines of the Long Island railroad. The Greenport express train, due at Jamaica at 10.30 A. M., did not reach Long Island City until late in the evening. Only one train from Hempstead reached Jamaica on Friday. It was drawn by two engines.
The first train west from Jamaica over the Atlantic avenue division crashed into the rear of a rapid transit train near the Morris Park station. Two persons were injured, one of them, Hugh Livingston, the engineer, severely.
The passengers on several of the west bound trains on the Long Island railroad that became stalled were obliged to remain in the cars all of Friday night. The company furnished them with food and made them quite comfortable. Saturday afternoon the blockade was raised.
Streams and ponds that have not been frozen over in years were covered with ice from six to eight inches in thickness. Jamaica Bay was frozen over and men crossed on the ice from the mainland to the beach.
W. A. Hawkins, a baker at Southold, drove to Greenport, some five miles, on Friday. Upon reaching home his family noticed that the horse remained unhitched standing in the yard. Upon going to the wagon they discovered Hawkins sitting on the seat all but dead from the cold. He was unconscious and in a terrible condition. He was carried into the house and a doctor summoned.
Friday morning William Sells, colored, residing at Greenport, after playing for a dance, started to walk to his home, a distance of five miles. After falling through the trestle work of the railroad three times, he reached Greenport with his ears, hands and feet frozen.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 1.
Bull Dog Attacks Horses
New York, 1895
A vicious bull dog attacked a team of horses owned by Frank A. Conklin at Oyster Bay Tuesday afternoon. The team ran away, throwing Mr. Corkling out and injuring his leg. Two men finally forced the dog to let go. One of the horses is said to be ruined.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 2.
A vicious bull dog attacked a team of horses owned by Frank A. Conklin at Oyster Bay Tuesday afternoon. The team ran away, throwing Mr. Corkling out and injuring his leg. Two men finally forced the dog to let go. One of the horses is said to be ruined.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 2.
Jaws Broken at a Beer Table
New York, 1895
Louis Merkenthaler, of College Point, was seriously injured in a fight that occurred in Turn Hall Sunday night. He was sitting at a table drinking beer when a brewer entered and without saying a word drew a piece of iron from his pocket and struck Merkenthaler in the head. His jaw bone was broken and he was badly cut about the head.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 2.
Louis Merkenthaler, of College Point, was seriously injured in a fight that occurred in Turn Hall Sunday night. He was sitting at a table drinking beer when a brewer entered and without saying a word drew a piece of iron from his pocket and struck Merkenthaler in the head. His jaw bone was broken and he was badly cut about the head.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 2.
Little's Will Denied Probate
New York, 1895
Surrogate Petty, of Suffolk county, has denied probate to the will of James C. Little, a New York broker, who died at Huntington more than a year ago. The will was contested by Robert Little, brother of the testator, and Margaret E. Little, his wife, from whom he separated ten years ago.
When Mr. Little died he lived at Huntington with the woman who now poses as his widow. At the hearing testimony was adduced to show that she was the wife of Frederick E. Weir, of Cincinnati, O., from whom it is claimed she had never been divorced.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 2.
Surrogate Petty, of Suffolk county, has denied probate to the will of James C. Little, a New York broker, who died at Huntington more than a year ago. The will was contested by Robert Little, brother of the testator, and Margaret E. Little, his wife, from whom he separated ten years ago.
When Mr. Little died he lived at Huntington with the woman who now poses as his widow. At the hearing testimony was adduced to show that she was the wife of Frederick E. Weir, of Cincinnati, O., from whom it is claimed she had never been divorced.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 15, 1895, p. 2.
The Doctor Did Not Attend
New York, 1895
Indignation is felt at Freeport over the death of Mrs. Sammis Wilsen, on Tuesday. The circumstances involve the action of Dr. Edwin Carman, the town poor doctor. Wilsen and his wife lived in a little house near the Milburn pumping station. Both were ill with grip, and the woman developed pneumonia. One of the neighbors discovered their condition and notified Dr. Carman. He failed to appear, and he was notified a second and third time. Three days later another doctor was obtained. He found the woman dying. There was no food in the house. Dr. Carman claims he was ill himself and could not go.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 8, 1895, p. 1.
Indignation is felt at Freeport over the death of Mrs. Sammis Wilsen, on Tuesday. The circumstances involve the action of Dr. Edwin Carman, the town poor doctor. Wilsen and his wife lived in a little house near the Milburn pumping station. Both were ill with grip, and the woman developed pneumonia. One of the neighbors discovered their condition and notified Dr. Carman. He failed to appear, and he was notified a second and third time. Three days later another doctor was obtained. He found the woman dying. There was no food in the house. Dr. Carman claims he was ill himself and could not go.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 8, 1895, p. 1.
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Died from His Injuries
New York, 1895
William Mackin, who was injured while at work in the Glen Cove starch works two weeks ago, died at the house of his father in Glen Cove on Tuesday.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 8, 1895, p. 1.
William Mackin, who was injured while at work in the Glen Cove starch works two weeks ago, died at the house of his father in Glen Cove on Tuesday.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 8, 1895, p. 1.
Mrs. Terry's Sudden Death.
New York, 1895
Mrs. John G. Terry, of Mattiuck, died suddenly at her home Sunday evening. She attended church in the evening and apparently was in the best of health. A short time after arriving home she expired without a moment's warning.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 8, 1895, p. 1.
Mrs. John G. Terry, of Mattiuck, died suddenly at her home Sunday evening. She attended church in the evening and apparently was in the best of health. A short time after arriving home she expired without a moment's warning.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 8, 1895, p. 1.
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Obituary Notes
New York, 1895
Helene de Kay Townsend, widow of Solomon Townsend, died at her home at Oyster Bay on Sunday. She had been ill for some time. She was a daughter of Dr. Charles de Kay Townsend, of Albany. She married Solomon Townsend in 1849, at that time engaged in the mercantile business in New York, where they resided, spending their summers at Oyster Bay, until 1877, when they took up their permanent abode there. Six children were born to them — the Hon. Solomon S. Townsend, Hon. Charles de Kay Townsend, Robert Townsend, Maurice E. Townsend, Edward N. Townsend, and Maria F. Townsend. She has one surviving sister, Mrs. Edwin S. Coles, of Oyster Bay.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 8, 1895, p. 4.
Helene de Kay Townsend, widow of Solomon Townsend, died at her home at Oyster Bay on Sunday. She had been ill for some time. She was a daughter of Dr. Charles de Kay Townsend, of Albany. She married Solomon Townsend in 1849, at that time engaged in the mercantile business in New York, where they resided, spending their summers at Oyster Bay, until 1877, when they took up their permanent abode there. Six children were born to them — the Hon. Solomon S. Townsend, Hon. Charles de Kay Townsend, Robert Townsend, Maurice E. Townsend, Edward N. Townsend, and Maria F. Townsend. She has one surviving sister, Mrs. Edwin S. Coles, of Oyster Bay.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 8, 1895, p. 4.
Mrs. Eliza Ruland's Death
New York, 1895
Left Her Husband's Side at Midnight and Cast Herself Into a Well.
Eliza Ann Ruland of New Village committed suicide at 12 o'clock Sunday night by jumping into a well in the rear of her residence. The loss of her three children is believed to have been the cause. She was the wife of John Ruland, a farmer. The couple went to bed early Sunday night. Mrs. Ruland was melancholy, and spoke several times of her three dead children. She went to sleep before her husband did.
At 12 o'clock Mr. Ruland was awakened by feeling his wife stepping over him toward the outer edge of the bed.
"Where are you going?" he asked.
"Out to the kitchen," was the reply.
Mr. Ruland thought no more of the matter for a time, but as his wife did not return he started out to the kitchen to look for her. She was not there. He tried to open the kitchen door but it was locked on the outside. Opening the little window he called out several times. No answer came and he ran to the front door. The key was missing.
Mr. Ruland was greatly excited by this time. Opening a window he climbed out. Not finding his wife elsewhere, Mr. Ruland procured a lantern and looked into the well right back of the house. He could not see the bottom, so he tied the lantern to a rope and lowered it into the well.
In the bottom of the well, floating on the water, was the lifeless body of a woman who had been his wife for more than sixty years. Mr. Ruland ran for help, and J. D. Hammond and Walter and George Coleman set to work to get the body of Mrs. Ruland from the well. A ladder was lowered into the well. Walter Coleman descended and passed a rope around the old lady's body. The scene after they laid the old lady's body on the ground was a pitiful one. Aged Mr. Ruland fell upon his knees, and folding his arms around his dead wife's neck, wept as though his heart would break.
Several years ago one of their sons died. Then another child passed away. When the third and last child was taken away the old lady's sorrow knew no bounds. The church bell seemed to affect her deeply, and she became melancholy when it rang.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 8, 1895, p. 4.
Left Her Husband's Side at Midnight and Cast Herself Into a Well.
Eliza Ann Ruland of New Village committed suicide at 12 o'clock Sunday night by jumping into a well in the rear of her residence. The loss of her three children is believed to have been the cause. She was the wife of John Ruland, a farmer. The couple went to bed early Sunday night. Mrs. Ruland was melancholy, and spoke several times of her three dead children. She went to sleep before her husband did.
At 12 o'clock Mr. Ruland was awakened by feeling his wife stepping over him toward the outer edge of the bed.
"Where are you going?" he asked.
"Out to the kitchen," was the reply.
Mr. Ruland thought no more of the matter for a time, but as his wife did not return he started out to the kitchen to look for her. She was not there. He tried to open the kitchen door but it was locked on the outside. Opening the little window he called out several times. No answer came and he ran to the front door. The key was missing.
Mr. Ruland was greatly excited by this time. Opening a window he climbed out. Not finding his wife elsewhere, Mr. Ruland procured a lantern and looked into the well right back of the house. He could not see the bottom, so he tied the lantern to a rope and lowered it into the well.
In the bottom of the well, floating on the water, was the lifeless body of a woman who had been his wife for more than sixty years. Mr. Ruland ran for help, and J. D. Hammond and Walter and George Coleman set to work to get the body of Mrs. Ruland from the well. A ladder was lowered into the well. Walter Coleman descended and passed a rope around the old lady's body. The scene after they laid the old lady's body on the ground was a pitiful one. Aged Mr. Ruland fell upon his knees, and folding his arms around his dead wife's neck, wept as though his heart would break.
Several years ago one of their sons died. Then another child passed away. When the third and last child was taken away the old lady's sorrow knew no bounds. The church bell seemed to affect her deeply, and she became melancholy when it rang.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 8, 1895, p. 4.
Death Caused by Apoplexy
New York, 1895
Mrs. Margaret Placide, widow of the late Harry Placide, who half a century ago was a prominent American comedian, died suddenly at her home in Babylon on Friday. Mrs. Placide was nearly 70 years of age. Her death was caused by apoplexy.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 8, 1895, p. 4.
Note: The newspaper article said "Hary." There are other mentions of Harry Placide on the internet.
Mrs. Margaret Placide, widow of the late Harry Placide, who half a century ago was a prominent American comedian, died suddenly at her home in Babylon on Friday. Mrs. Placide was nearly 70 years of age. Her death was caused by apoplexy.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 8, 1895, p. 4.
Note: The newspaper article said "Hary." There are other mentions of Harry Placide on the internet.
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
Richard Godley Discharged
New York, 1895
Richard Godley, of Whitestone, who was charged with breaking the arm of Miss Eva Miller, 18 years old, was discharged by Justice MacKenna. Miss Miller, it is said, will now bring a civil action against Godley.
William White's Leg Broken
William White, of East Rockaway, who was crippled by having his foot almost severed by a meat cleaver, has met with another affliction. He had just recovered sufficiently to get around and Monday fell and broke his leg.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 8, 1895, p. 12.
Richard Godley, of Whitestone, who was charged with breaking the arm of Miss Eva Miller, 18 years old, was discharged by Justice MacKenna. Miss Miller, it is said, will now bring a civil action against Godley.
William White's Leg Broken
William White, of East Rockaway, who was crippled by having his foot almost severed by a meat cleaver, has met with another affliction. He had just recovered sufficiently to get around and Monday fell and broke his leg.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 8, 1895, p. 12.
Obituary Notes
New York, 1895
Seeley Southard, of Baldwins, died Thursday after a brief illness. He was taken with the grip last Saturday, which rapidly developed into pneumonia. He was one of the special commissioners who concluded the sale of the Hempstead plains to the late A. T. Stewart. He was a member of the Hempstead lodge of Odd Fellows.
Mrs. Lydia Coles died at her residence at Hempstead Tuesday morning in her 87th year.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 8, 1895, p. 12.
Seeley Southard, of Baldwins, died Thursday after a brief illness. He was taken with the grip last Saturday, which rapidly developed into pneumonia. He was one of the special commissioners who concluded the sale of the Hempstead plains to the late A. T. Stewart. He was a member of the Hempstead lodge of Odd Fellows.
Mrs. Lydia Coles died at her residence at Hempstead Tuesday morning in her 87th year.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 8, 1895, p. 12.
John G. Hendrickson's Death
New York, 1895
John G. Hendrickson, a life long resident of the village of Jamaica, died suddenly at North Eppig, N. H., on Sunday evening. He left Jamaica Thursday evening with Charles E. Twombly, for a visit to Mrs. Sarah F. Wright, Mr. Twombly's sister. Sunday evening Mr. Hendrickson was conversing with Mrs. Wright when he was suddenly taken with a fainting fit and cramps in his left leg. A physician was called, but his services were of no avail. Mr. Hendrickson was conscious, and knowing that his end was near bade farewell to all about him. He was the youngest son of the late Barnardus Hendrickson. He was 54 years old. He leaves a widow, and a son and daughter, who reside in Bridgeport, Conn.
The body was brought to Jamaica on Wednesday. Funeral services were held yesterday afternoon. The interment was in the family plot in Springfield Cemetery.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 8, 1895, p. 12.
John G. Hendrickson, a life long resident of the village of Jamaica, died suddenly at North Eppig, N. H., on Sunday evening. He left Jamaica Thursday evening with Charles E. Twombly, for a visit to Mrs. Sarah F. Wright, Mr. Twombly's sister. Sunday evening Mr. Hendrickson was conversing with Mrs. Wright when he was suddenly taken with a fainting fit and cramps in his left leg. A physician was called, but his services were of no avail. Mr. Hendrickson was conscious, and knowing that his end was near bade farewell to all about him. He was the youngest son of the late Barnardus Hendrickson. He was 54 years old. He leaves a widow, and a son and daughter, who reside in Bridgeport, Conn.
The body was brought to Jamaica on Wednesday. Funeral services were held yesterday afternoon. The interment was in the family plot in Springfield Cemetery.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 8, 1895, p. 12.
$5,000 for Postmaster Morrison
New York, 1895
On the 26th of September, 1892, Joseph E. Morrison, postmaster at Clarenceville, was struck on the head by a plank which fell from a car on the trestle at Woodhaven Junction. He received injuries which have crippled him for life. He sued the New York and Rockaway Beach railroad company for $25,000 damages. The case was on trial last week for three days, and on Friday afternoon the jury awarded Morrison $5,000. Ex-District Attorney Fleming was his counsel.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 8, 1895, p. 12.
On the 26th of September, 1892, Joseph E. Morrison, postmaster at Clarenceville, was struck on the head by a plank which fell from a car on the trestle at Woodhaven Junction. He received injuries which have crippled him for life. He sued the New York and Rockaway Beach railroad company for $25,000 damages. The case was on trial last week for three days, and on Friday afternoon the jury awarded Morrison $5,000. Ex-District Attorney Fleming was his counsel.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 8, 1895, p. 12.
Monday, May 19, 2008
Dead and Frozen to the Ground
New York, 1895
The body of a man was found Monday morning on the old De Mott road, on the outskirts of Laurel Hill. The dead man was apparently about 50 years old. He had a gray moustache and light hair. He was face downward, frozen fast to the ground. There is a gash about four inches long above his forehead, which it is thought was received when he fell. A silver watch and $7.15 in money were found in his pockets. The money was in a plain envelope, and it is believed to have been the man's weekly earnings.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 1, 1895, p. 12.
The body of a man was found Monday morning on the old De Mott road, on the outskirts of Laurel Hill. The dead man was apparently about 50 years old. He had a gray moustache and light hair. He was face downward, frozen fast to the ground. There is a gash about four inches long above his forehead, which it is thought was received when he fell. A silver watch and $7.15 in money were found in his pockets. The money was in a plain envelope, and it is believed to have been the man's weekly earnings.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 1, 1895, p. 12.
Bad Health Results in Insanity
New York, 1895
Abraham Bessemer, residing on Union Hall street, Jamaica, has for some time been in failing health. Between the hours of 2 and 3 o'clock Saturday morning he got up and left the house unobserved by any one, and started for a walk, clad only in his night shirt. He was found walking barefooted in the snow on Fulton street by Officer Isenbrandt, who took him to the Town Hall. Saturday afternoon he was examined by Drs. Philip M. Wood and C. K. Beldin, who pronounced him insane.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 1, 1895, p. 12.
Abraham Bessemer, residing on Union Hall street, Jamaica, has for some time been in failing health. Between the hours of 2 and 3 o'clock Saturday morning he got up and left the house unobserved by any one, and started for a walk, clad only in his night shirt. He was found walking barefooted in the snow on Fulton street by Officer Isenbrandt, who took him to the Town Hall. Saturday afternoon he was examined by Drs. Philip M. Wood and C. K. Beldin, who pronounced him insane.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 1, 1895, p. 12.
Stricken With Paralysis
New York, 1895
Capt. Robert Wells, aged 50, of Stony Brook, was stricken with paralysis of the heart about a week ago and died Wednesday night. He leaves a wife and three children.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 1, 1895, p. 12.
Capt. Robert Wells, aged 50, of Stony Brook, was stricken with paralysis of the heart about a week ago and died Wednesday night. He leaves a wife and three children.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 1, 1895, p. 12.
Found Dead at Newtown
New York, 1895
Edward Weber, a German, living at Laurel Hill, was found dead in a pool of water not much more than two feet deep Monday afternoon. His face was downward and the flowing away of the water disclosed the back of his head. It is thought he fell off his wagon.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 1, 1895, p. 12.
Edward Weber, a German, living at Laurel Hill, was found dead in a pool of water not much more than two feet deep Monday afternoon. His face was downward and the flowing away of the water disclosed the back of his head. It is thought he fell off his wagon.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 1, 1895, p. 12.
Will Defend Thomas Rudden
New York, 1895
Lawyer Steinert of Hicksville has been retained to defend Thomas Rudden of Mineola, who is locked up in Harlem on a charge of murderously attacking a woman named Mrs. Tuthill and cutting her with a knife. Rudden lived with his father at Mineola, where his mother died Monday night of pneumonia. He was a brakeman on the Long Island railroad.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 1, 1895, p. 12.
Lawyer Steinert of Hicksville has been retained to defend Thomas Rudden of Mineola, who is locked up in Harlem on a charge of murderously attacking a woman named Mrs. Tuthill and cutting her with a knife. Rudden lived with his father at Mineola, where his mother died Monday night of pneumonia. He was a brakeman on the Long Island railroad.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 1, 1895, p. 12.
A Railroad Conductor's Misfortune
New York, 1895
Bernard Kelly, of Hempstead, a conductor on the Long Island railroad, lost a portion of the thumb and forefinger of his left hand while coupling freight cars at Garden City on Monday. The crushed members were amputated.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 1, 1895, p. 12.
Bernard Kelly, of Hempstead, a conductor on the Long Island railroad, lost a portion of the thumb and forefinger of his left hand while coupling freight cars at Garden City on Monday. The crushed members were amputated.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 1, 1895, p. 12.
Public Schools Reopened
New York, 1895
The Oyster Bay Cove school, which has been closed for two weeks on account of scarlet fever, opened on Monday with a small attendance.
The Northport public school, which was closed for the same reason, was also reopened Monday.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 1, 1895, p. 12.
The Oyster Bay Cove school, which has been closed for two weeks on account of scarlet fever, opened on Monday with a small attendance.
The Northport public school, which was closed for the same reason, was also reopened Monday.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 1, 1895, p. 12.
Sunday, May 18, 2008
Funeral of Mrs. Everitt
New York, 1895
Funeral services over the remains of Mrs. Benjamin F. Everitt were held at her late residence on Washington street, Jamaica, Friday afternoon, and were attended by a large number of people. The Rev. Edgar Tilton, Jr., of the Reformed church, officiated. The floral offerings were many and beautiful. The interment took place on Saturday in Maple Grove Cemetery.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 1, 1895, p. 12.
Funeral services over the remains of Mrs. Benjamin F. Everitt were held at her late residence on Washington street, Jamaica, Friday afternoon, and were attended by a large number of people. The Rev. Edgar Tilton, Jr., of the Reformed church, officiated. The floral offerings were many and beautiful. The interment took place on Saturday in Maple Grove Cemetery.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 1, 1895, p. 12.
Saturday, May 17, 2008
Obituary Notes
New York, 1895
Frederick Van Velsor died from an attack of grip at his home at Bayville. Mr. Van Velsor was in his 78th year and was greatly respected.
Mrs. Amelia Ann Carpenter, of Sea Cliff, died on Sunday, aged 88 years and 8 months.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 1, 1895, p. 2.
Frederick Van Velsor died from an attack of grip at his home at Bayville. Mr. Van Velsor was in his 78th year and was greatly respected.
Mrs. Amelia Ann Carpenter, of Sea Cliff, died on Sunday, aged 88 years and 8 months.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 1, 1895, p. 2.
Declined to Pay the Policy
New York, 1895
Isabella Genther of College Point, brought an action in the supreme court against O. Edgar Anthony, receiver, of the National Mutual Insurance company, to recover the amount of a policy which she held on the death of her husband, Ferdinand Gentner, who was formerly postmaster of College Point. Mr. Gentner was insured for $3,000. When he signed his application he was compelled to swear that he was in good health and of temperate habits. After his death the insurance company declined to pay the insurance, charging that Gentner had sworn falsely in his application.
The case was tried before Judge Patterson and a jury in New York. The jury rendered a verdict in favor of the widow of $2,150.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 1, 1895, p. 2.
Isabella Genther of College Point, brought an action in the supreme court against O. Edgar Anthony, receiver, of the National Mutual Insurance company, to recover the amount of a policy which she held on the death of her husband, Ferdinand Gentner, who was formerly postmaster of College Point. Mr. Gentner was insured for $3,000. When he signed his application he was compelled to swear that he was in good health and of temperate habits. After his death the insurance company declined to pay the insurance, charging that Gentner had sworn falsely in his application.
The case was tried before Judge Patterson and a jury in New York. The jury rendered a verdict in favor of the widow of $2,150.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 1, 1895, p. 2.
Friday, May 16, 2008
Diphtheria in Amityville
New York, 1895
Owing to the prevalence of diphtheria in Amityville the board of education has decided to close the schools. The board of health intends to close up all places where large numbers of children are apt to congregate, such as revival meetings and Sunday schools.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 1, 1895, p. 1.
Owing to the prevalence of diphtheria in Amityville the board of education has decided to close the schools. The board of health intends to close up all places where large numbers of children are apt to congregate, such as revival meetings and Sunday schools.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 1, 1895, p. 1.
Mackin's Leg Crushed
New York, 1895
William Mackin, employed in the feed drying house of the National starch manufacturing company, at Glen Cove met with a serious accident Saturday afternoon. While working near the machinery his trousers were caught in a chain belt which instantly drew his foot and leg over the wheel, horribly crushing the leg.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 1, 1895, p. 1.
William Mackin, employed in the feed drying house of the National starch manufacturing company, at Glen Cove met with a serious accident Saturday afternoon. While working near the machinery his trousers were caught in a chain belt which instantly drew his foot and leg over the wheel, horribly crushing the leg.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 1, 1895, p. 1.
Found Dead in Bed
New York, 1895
Sarah Brower, aged 65 years, an inmate of the Hempstead town poor house, was found dead in her bed Friday morning. The coroner's jury found a verdict of death from valvular disease of the heart and hemorrhages.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 1, 1895, p. 1.
Sarah Brower, aged 65 years, an inmate of the Hempstead town poor house, was found dead in her bed Friday morning. The coroner's jury found a verdict of death from valvular disease of the heart and hemorrhages.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 1, 1895, p. 1.
Killed at a Railroad Crossing
New York, 1895
The west-bound mail train on the Port Jefferson branch railroad on Monday killed a German named Oscar Schultz. Schultz had been carting wood with one of his employer's teams all day and was returning home. The horses had just stepped from the track when the locomotive struck them. Both horses were killed and the driver was thrown directly in front of the train.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 1, 1895, p. 1.
The west-bound mail train on the Port Jefferson branch railroad on Monday killed a German named Oscar Schultz. Schultz had been carting wood with one of his employer's teams all day and was returning home. The horses had just stepped from the track when the locomotive struck them. Both horses were killed and the driver was thrown directly in front of the train.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 1, 1895, p. 1.
Doddridge's Body Washed Ashore
New York, 1895
The body of A. Doddridge, son of the captain of the coal barge Seth Low, which was wrecked on the outer bar off Short Beach on January 14, was washed on the beach opposite Amityville Friday.
The body of Joseph Johnson, the other victim of the wreck, has not been recovered.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 1, 1895, p. 1.
The body of A. Doddridge, son of the captain of the coal barge Seth Low, which was wrecked on the outer bar off Short Beach on January 14, was washed on the beach opposite Amityville Friday.
The body of Joseph Johnson, the other victim of the wreck, has not been recovered.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 1, 1895, p. 1.
Death of a First Settler
New York, 1895
Jacob Christ, age 78 years, died at his home in Hicksville on Wednesday from pneumonia. He was one of the first settlers there.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 1, 1895, p. 1.
Jacob Christ, age 78 years, died at his home in Hicksville on Wednesday from pneumonia. He was one of the first settlers there.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 1, 1895, p. 1.
Ricards, Skull Fractured
New York, 1895
George Ricards of Flushing was fatally injured Wednesday evening. A trolley car smashed into his wagon and demolished it. Ricards was thrown from his seat and his skull was fractured.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 1, 1895, p. 1.
George Ricards of Flushing was fatally injured Wednesday evening. A trolley car smashed into his wagon and demolished it. Ricards was thrown from his seat and his skull was fractured.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 1, 1895, p. 1.
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
Death of Mrs. B. F. Everitt
New York, 1895
Mrs. Mary E. Everitt, wife of ex-Coroner Benjamin F. Everitt, died at her home on Washington street, Jamaica, on Tuesday evening, after an illness of ten days, from pneumonia. Mrs. Everitt was the only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Selah Baylis, members of the Society of Friends. With her mother she came to Jamaica to live 25 years ago, and has ever since resided in the village. She was a member of the Reformed church, a woman of lovable disposition, a devoted mother, and noted for her many charitable acts. She leaves a husband and three daughters. Funeral services will be held at her late residence this afternoon at five o'clock. The interment will be in Maple Grove Cemetery on Saturday.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Jan. 25, 1895, p. 12.
Mrs. Mary E. Everitt, wife of ex-Coroner Benjamin F. Everitt, died at her home on Washington street, Jamaica, on Tuesday evening, after an illness of ten days, from pneumonia. Mrs. Everitt was the only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Selah Baylis, members of the Society of Friends. With her mother she came to Jamaica to live 25 years ago, and has ever since resided in the village. She was a member of the Reformed church, a woman of lovable disposition, a devoted mother, and noted for her many charitable acts. She leaves a husband and three daughters. Funeral services will be held at her late residence this afternoon at five o'clock. The interment will be in Maple Grove Cemetery on Saturday.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Jan. 25, 1895, p. 12.
The News of Queens
New York, 1895
Professor Mortimer Wiske is confined to his home by a severe attack of rheumatism.
Mrs. William Nichols, residing on the Jericho road, who has been confined to her home for the past two weeks with pneumonia, is recovering.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Jan. 25, 1895, p. 12.
Professor Mortimer Wiske is confined to his home by a severe attack of rheumatism.
Mrs. William Nichols, residing on the Jericho road, who has been confined to her home for the past two weeks with pneumonia, is recovering.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Jan. 25, 1895, p. 12.
Woodhaven and Ozone Park News
New York, 1895
Mr. Andrew Kelly, who has been sick with pneumonia for some time is recovered and able to be about.
Thomas L. Harvey, the well known painter and decorator of Brooklyn Hills, died after a few hours sickness on Friday, from the grip. His funeral took place on Monday from his late residence.
The many friends of Wm. Cunningham were sorry to hear of the sudden death of his mother. She died on Friday from a stroke of apoplexy. The funeral took place on Tuesday and was largely attended. Mrs. Cunningham was largely acquainted and had a host of friends. She leaves a family of grown up daughters and one son.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Jan. 25, 1895, p. 12.
Mr. Andrew Kelly, who has been sick with pneumonia for some time is recovered and able to be about.
Thomas L. Harvey, the well known painter and decorator of Brooklyn Hills, died after a few hours sickness on Friday, from the grip. His funeral took place on Monday from his late residence.
The many friends of Wm. Cunningham were sorry to hear of the sudden death of his mother. She died on Friday from a stroke of apoplexy. The funeral took place on Tuesday and was largely attended. Mrs. Cunningham was largely acquainted and had a host of friends. She leaves a family of grown up daughters and one son.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Jan. 25, 1895, p. 12.
The News of Richmond Hill
New York, 1895
Miss M. Cornwell, of Jefferson avenue, is confined to her home by an attack of grip.
Mrs. Ida Van Brochle Vanderhof, aged 98 years, who last week fell on the floor at her residence and dislocated her hip, is slowly recovering. She is under the care of Dr. Scovil.
Mrs. William Cunningham, of Hamilton avenue, dropped dead while attending to her household duties on Saturday from heart disease. Her funeral took place on Tuesday from St. Benedict's church, Morris Park.
Thomas Harvey of Clarenceville died at his home on the Brooklyn and Jamaica road Friday afternoon after an illness of a few hours from pneumonia and heart failure. His funeral took place Tuesday from St. Benedict's church, Morris Park. The interment was in Calvary cemetery.
Charles Evans, a carpenter employed by Haugaard Brothers of Richmond Hill, while at work on a building on Myrtle avenue Tuesday afternoon fell from a scaffold to the ground, a distance of 25 feet. His hip was broken and he received internal injuries. He was taken to the Jamaica emergency hospital.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Jan. 25, 1895, p. 12.
Miss M. Cornwell, of Jefferson avenue, is confined to her home by an attack of grip.
Mrs. Ida Van Brochle Vanderhof, aged 98 years, who last week fell on the floor at her residence and dislocated her hip, is slowly recovering. She is under the care of Dr. Scovil.
Mrs. William Cunningham, of Hamilton avenue, dropped dead while attending to her household duties on Saturday from heart disease. Her funeral took place on Tuesday from St. Benedict's church, Morris Park.
Thomas Harvey of Clarenceville died at his home on the Brooklyn and Jamaica road Friday afternoon after an illness of a few hours from pneumonia and heart failure. His funeral took place Tuesday from St. Benedict's church, Morris Park. The interment was in Calvary cemetery.
Charles Evans, a carpenter employed by Haugaard Brothers of Richmond Hill, while at work on a building on Myrtle avenue Tuesday afternoon fell from a scaffold to the ground, a distance of 25 feet. His hip was broken and he received internal injuries. He was taken to the Jamaica emergency hospital.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Jan. 25, 1895, p. 12.
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
Death of Doctor Taliaferro
New York, 1895
Dr. F. Newton Taliaferro, of Hicksville, died at Aiken, S. C., on Thursday from consumption. Funeral services were held at his late residence on Sunday. The interment was in the Hicksville cemetery.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Jan. 25, 1895, p. 1.
Dr. F. Newton Taliaferro, of Hicksville, died at Aiken, S. C., on Thursday from consumption. Funeral services were held at his late residence on Sunday. The interment was in the Hicksville cemetery.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Jan. 25, 1895, p. 1.
Sherwood's Sudden Death
New York, 1895
Jeremiah Sherwood, about 60 years of age, of Rockville Centre, dropped dead from heart disease while dressing himself Friday morning.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Jan. 25, 1895, p. 1.
Jeremiah Sherwood, about 60 years of age, of Rockville Centre, dropped dead from heart disease while dressing himself Friday morning.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Jan. 25, 1895, p. 1.
Pneumonia at Jericho
New York, 1895
At Jericho a dozen cases of pneumonia have been reported. The family of Patrick Hines is sorely afflicted. On Thursday evening an infant child was taken ill and on Saturday both Mr. and Mrs. Hines were stricken with pneumonia. Tuesday morning Mrs. Hines died, and Mr. Hines is very low.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Jan. 25, 1895, p. 1.
At Jericho a dozen cases of pneumonia have been reported. The family of Patrick Hines is sorely afflicted. On Thursday evening an infant child was taken ill and on Saturday both Mr. and Mrs. Hines were stricken with pneumonia. Tuesday morning Mrs. Hines died, and Mr. Hines is very low.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Jan. 25, 1895, p. 1.
Death of a Centenarian
New York, 1895
Mrs. Elizabeth Jervis died at Amityville Tuesday at the age of 100 years, 6 months and 2 days. Her father was a son of Colonel William Smith, governor of Tangiers, who, in 1690, purchased a strip of Long Island fifty miles wide and extending from the sound to the bay. This was known as Setauket.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Jan. 25, 1895, p. 1.
Mrs. Elizabeth Jervis died at Amityville Tuesday at the age of 100 years, 6 months and 2 days. Her father was a son of Colonel William Smith, governor of Tangiers, who, in 1690, purchased a strip of Long Island fifty miles wide and extending from the sound to the bay. This was known as Setauket.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Jan. 25, 1895, p. 1.
An Indian Maiden's Body
New York, 1895
The skeleton of a young women was washed ashore at Baldwins on Tuesday. A close investigation shows that the skeleton is that of an Indian woman.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Jan. 25, 1895, p. 1.
The skeleton of a young women was washed ashore at Baldwins on Tuesday. A close investigation shows that the skeleton is that of an Indian woman.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Jan. 25, 1895, p. 1.
Two Men With Broken Legs
New York, 1895
Charles Lawson, a carpenter of Glen Cove, fell and broke his leg.
Ernst Fuller, or College Point, while trimming a tree, lost his balance and fell from the ladder on which he was standing. He broke his left leg.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Jan. 25, 1895, p. 1.
Charles Lawson, a carpenter of Glen Cove, fell and broke his leg.
Ernst Fuller, or College Point, while trimming a tree, lost his balance and fell from the ladder on which he was standing. He broke his left leg.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Jan. 25, 1895, p. 1.
Joseph Gee's Sudden Death
New York, 1895
While Joseph Gee, who resides on the outskirts of Hempstead, was walking through his yard toward his house Friday night he was seized with an attack of heart failure. Mahlon Seaman, who was passing, carried Gee into his house, where he soon expired.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Jan. 25, 1895, p. 1.
While Joseph Gee, who resides on the outskirts of Hempstead, was walking through his yard toward his house Friday night he was seized with an attack of heart failure. Mahlon Seaman, who was passing, carried Gee into his house, where he soon expired.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Jan. 25, 1895, p. 1.
Sister Mary Aloysius Dead
New York, 1895
Sister Mary Aloysius died suddenly at St. Joseph's academy at Flushing, Thursday morning. She took the veil ten years ago.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Jan. 25, 1895, p. 1.
Sister Mary Aloysius died suddenly at St. Joseph's academy at Flushing, Thursday morning. She took the veil ten years ago.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Jan. 25, 1895, p. 1.
Sunday, May 11, 2008
Six Injured
New York, 1895
A Sleigh Carrying Eleven Coasters Dashes Against a Tree.
A contest between two coasters from Oyster Bay and a number of East Norwich coasters, which came off at the latter place Saturday night, resulted in severe injuries to six of the East Norwich participants. Their sleigh, carrying eleven men, collided with a tree.
The collision occurred when the sleigh had reached the bottom of the hill, but was still running at a very high speed. The sleigh in some way became unmanageable and left the road. The eleven coasters it carried were hurled forward with great force. The injured are:
Willie Blauvelt, fractured skull.
John Donahue, several ribs broken.
Harry Hayward, dislocated shoulder.
William Shaw, injured about the head and hip.
Frank Simonson, injured about the head.
William Stuart, back injured.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Jan. 11, 1895, p. 4.
A Sleigh Carrying Eleven Coasters Dashes Against a Tree.
A contest between two coasters from Oyster Bay and a number of East Norwich coasters, which came off at the latter place Saturday night, resulted in severe injuries to six of the East Norwich participants. Their sleigh, carrying eleven men, collided with a tree.
The collision occurred when the sleigh had reached the bottom of the hill, but was still running at a very high speed. The sleigh in some way became unmanageable and left the road. The eleven coasters it carried were hurled forward with great force. The injured are:
Willie Blauvelt, fractured skull.
John Donahue, several ribs broken.
Harry Hayward, dislocated shoulder.
William Shaw, injured about the head and hip.
Frank Simonson, injured about the head.
William Stuart, back injured.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Jan. 11, 1895, p. 4.
A Jamaica Carpenter Killed
New York, 1895
George Saunders, residing on New York avenue, Jamaica, being in a hurry to take a train homeward at East New York on Wednesday evening, crawled under the gates at the Manhattan crossing. He was struck by a west bound train and killed. His wife is lying dangerously ill with pneumonia. He leaves five children, the youngest being only four months old. Sanders was a carpenter and moved to Jamaica from Glenwood last fall. His remains were brought home yesterday afternoon.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, N.Y., Jan. 11, 1895, p. 12.
George Saunders, residing on New York avenue, Jamaica, being in a hurry to take a train homeward at East New York on Wednesday evening, crawled under the gates at the Manhattan crossing. He was struck by a west bound train and killed. His wife is lying dangerously ill with pneumonia. He leaves five children, the youngest being only four months old. Sanders was a carpenter and moved to Jamaica from Glenwood last fall. His remains were brought home yesterday afternoon.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, N.Y., Jan. 11, 1895, p. 12.
Friday, May 9, 2008
News of Hollis
New York, 1895
Miss Nellie DeBevoise, who has been ill, is recovering.
Henry Beelchel, clerk in A. C. Belknap's grocery store, is quite ill.
We are pleased to note that H. W. Davis is still gaining in health.
Death has again visited our little village and taken from our midst Mrs. Stoutenburgh, who passed away Wednesday at the age of 80. Pneumonia was the cause of her death.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, N.Y., Jan. 11, 1895, p. 12.
Miss Nellie DeBevoise, who has been ill, is recovering.
Henry Beelchel, clerk in A. C. Belknap's grocery store, is quite ill.
We are pleased to note that H. W. Davis is still gaining in health.
Death has again visited our little village and taken from our midst Mrs. Stoutenburgh, who passed away Wednesday at the age of 80. Pneumonia was the cause of her death.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, N.Y., Jan. 11, 1895, p. 12.
Wednesday, May 7, 2008
News from Springfield
New York, 1895
Pulaski Spaulding is sick in bed with a severe cold.
Joseph Higbie, Jr. is very sick at New Lots, where he went spend a few days with friends.
Mrs. Elizabeth Freshler died on Monday morning. Her body was taken to Hicksville for burial.
Henry Murray lost a valuable horse on Saturday night. The animal was found dead in the stable on Sunday morning.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, N.Y., Jan. 11, 1895, p. 12.
Pulaski Spaulding is sick in bed with a severe cold.
Joseph Higbie, Jr. is very sick at New Lots, where he went spend a few days with friends.
Mrs. Elizabeth Freshler died on Monday morning. Her body was taken to Hicksville for burial.
Henry Murray lost a valuable horse on Saturday night. The animal was found dead in the stable on Sunday morning.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, N.Y., Jan. 11, 1895, p. 12.
A Brooklyn Man's Leg Cut Off
New York, 1895
Tuesday evening Edward E. Dorsey, aged 20 years, residing in Brooklyn, attempted to board the 6.10 o'clock rapid transit train for Brooklyn as it started from the Jamaica depot. He fell between the cars and the wheels of the rear car passed over his left leg, mutilating it in a horrible manner. He was taken to the Jamaica Emergency hospital, where his leg was amputated below the knee by Drs. Philip M. Wood and P. F. Meynen.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, N.Y., Jan. 11, 1895, p. 12.
Tuesday evening Edward E. Dorsey, aged 20 years, residing in Brooklyn, attempted to board the 6.10 o'clock rapid transit train for Brooklyn as it started from the Jamaica depot. He fell between the cars and the wheels of the rear car passed over his left leg, mutilating it in a horrible manner. He was taken to the Jamaica Emergency hospital, where his leg was amputated below the knee by Drs. Philip M. Wood and P. F. Meynen.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, N.Y., Jan. 11, 1895, p. 12.
Tuesday, May 6, 2008
Found Dead in Her Home
New York, 1895
Mrs. Pheil, over 80 years of age, who lived alone in a small cottage at Elmont, was found lying dead on the floor of her home on Wednesday.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, N.Y., Jan. 11, 1895, p. 12.
Mrs. Pheil, over 80 years of age, who lived alone in a small cottage at Elmont, was found lying dead on the floor of her home on Wednesday.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, N.Y., Jan. 11, 1895, p. 12.
The News of Queens
New York, 1895
Ex-Justice Bokee is confined to his home with a severe cold.
Alexander Hendrickson, son of John C. Hendrickson, is ill at his home on the Springfield road with pneumonia.
John Wallace residing with Morris Higbie, and Mrs. Bedell residing on Franklin street, are both ill with pneumonia.
Mrs. Rose Parnell, aged 75 years, residing on the Jericho road, died Monday evening from injuries received from a fall just before Christmas.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, N.Y., Jan. 11, 1895, p. 12.
Ex-Justice Bokee is confined to his home with a severe cold.
Alexander Hendrickson, son of John C. Hendrickson, is ill at his home on the Springfield road with pneumonia.
John Wallace residing with Morris Higbie, and Mrs. Bedell residing on Franklin street, are both ill with pneumonia.
Mrs. Rose Parnell, aged 75 years, residing on the Jericho road, died Monday evening from injuries received from a fall just before Christmas.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, N.Y., Jan. 11, 1895, p. 12.
The News of Richmond Hill
New York, 1895
The Rev. Walter R. Long, for several years a resident of Richmond Hill, died at the house of his son in New York City on Saturday from pneumonia, aged 84 years. Funeral services was held on Monday.
The trustees of the village will have a caucus Monday evening at Association Hall for the purpose of choosing and recommending a person to fill the vacancy in the board caused by the recent death of Trustee Wheeler.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, N.Y., Jan. 11, 1895, p. 12.]
The Rev. Walter R. Long, for several years a resident of Richmond Hill, died at the house of his son in New York City on Saturday from pneumonia, aged 84 years. Funeral services was held on Monday.
The trustees of the village will have a caucus Monday evening at Association Hall for the purpose of choosing and recommending a person to fill the vacancy in the board caused by the recent death of Trustee Wheeler.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, N.Y., Jan. 11, 1895, p. 12.]
Monday, May 5, 2008
Dennis Cosgrove Arrested
New York, 1895
Dennis Cosgrove, aged 23 years, of Long Island City, was arrested Tuesday morning on suspicion of having caused the death of his younger brother, John Cosgrove, who died in St. John's hospital. The brothers quarreled on December 11 last, and during the fight Dennis stabbed John in the neck.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, N.Y., Jan. 11, 1895, p. 1.
Dennis Cosgrove, aged 23 years, of Long Island City, was arrested Tuesday morning on suspicion of having caused the death of his younger brother, John Cosgrove, who died in St. John's hospital. The brothers quarreled on December 11 last, and during the fight Dennis stabbed John in the neck.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, N.Y., Jan. 11, 1895, p. 1.
Prevalence of the Grip
New York, 1895
The grip has come again, and is proving fatal in a great many cases. The death rate in New York has become alarming, 171 deaths being recorded in 24 hours. There is a preventive for grip and it may be had at Peck's Hall of Pharmacy. Persons in good health at present should insure themselves by using this medicine.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, N.Y., Jan. 11, 1895, p. 1.
The grip has come again, and is proving fatal in a great many cases. The death rate in New York has become alarming, 171 deaths being recorded in 24 hours. There is a preventive for grip and it may be had at Peck's Hall of Pharmacy. Persons in good health at present should insure themselves by using this medicine.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, N.Y., Jan. 11, 1895, p. 1.
Death of John J. Cox
New York, 1895
John J. Cox, of Glen Cove, died on Saturday night. Mr. Cox was in many ways a remarkable man and, had he lived until the 15th inst., would have completed his 91st year. Born at Westbury of Quaker parentage, he at an early age of life became a member of the Methodist church, in which he has been prominent for sixty years.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, N.Y., Jan. 11, 1895, p. 1.
John J. Cox, of Glen Cove, died on Saturday night. Mr. Cox was in many ways a remarkable man and, had he lived until the 15th inst., would have completed his 91st year. Born at Westbury of Quaker parentage, he at an early age of life became a member of the Methodist church, in which he has been prominent for sixty years.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, N.Y., Jan. 11, 1895, p. 1.
Alive or Dead, a Reward
New York, 1895
Mrs. C. W. White of Flushing has offered a reward of $200 for the return of her son, alive, who disappeared on Christmas night; if dead she will give $100 for the recovery of the remains and information [concerning] the manner of his death.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, N.Y., Jan. 11, 1895, p. 1.
Mrs. C. W. White of Flushing has offered a reward of $200 for the return of her son, alive, who disappeared on Christmas night; if dead she will give $100 for the recovery of the remains and information [concerning] the manner of his death.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, N.Y., Jan. 11, 1895, p. 1.
Fell and Broke His Thigh
New York, 1895
On Saturday William Moran, aged 65 years, of Amityville, fell on the ice and received a compound fracture of the thigh.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, N.Y., Jan. 11, 1895, p. 1.
On Saturday William Moran, aged 65 years, of Amityville, fell on the ice and received a compound fracture of the thigh.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, N.Y., Jan. 11, 1895, p. 1.
Many Deaths at College Point
New York, 1895
An unusually large number of deaths have occurred in College Point during the past few days. On Saturday Mrs. Rosa Clarke, wife of James Clarke, died at the age of 37 years, leaving five small children, the youngest being only 7 days old. On New Year's Day Mrs. Theodore Bollier died, leaving six children. Mrs. Kelpke, widow of George Kelpke, died on Wednesday, aged 65 years. Thursday Mrs. Rottman died after a brief illness.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, N.Y., Jan. 11, 1895, p. 1.
An unusually large number of deaths have occurred in College Point during the past few days. On Saturday Mrs. Rosa Clarke, wife of James Clarke, died at the age of 37 years, leaving five small children, the youngest being only 7 days old. On New Year's Day Mrs. Theodore Bollier died, leaving six children. Mrs. Kelpke, widow of George Kelpke, died on Wednesday, aged 65 years. Thursday Mrs. Rottman died after a brief illness.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, N.Y., Jan. 11, 1895, p. 1.
Scarlet Fever at Cold Spring
New York, 1895
Scarlet fever is so prevalent at Cold Spring that it became necessary for the Board of Education to close the school and dismiss the teacher. Ten families were quarantined on Monday by Health Officer George B. Banks.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, N.Y., Jan. 11, 1895, p. 1.
Scarlet fever is so prevalent at Cold Spring that it became necessary for the Board of Education to close the school and dismiss the teacher. Ten families were quarantined on Monday by Health Officer George B. Banks.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, N.Y., Jan. 11, 1895, p. 1.
Frozen In A Cake of Ice
New York, 1895
A Man's Body Found at Rockaway Park Beach.
Beachcombers at Rockaway Park on Monday found the body of a man imbedded in a cake of ice that had been left on the sand by the receding tide. The body was completely enclosed in the ice. It was cut out, and when it was thawed sufficiently to remove the clothing it was found that while the man had on a chinchilla overcoat of good make there was neither a coat nor a waistcoat beneath this. The overcoat was simply buttoned over his red flannel shirt. His trousers were of dark material, with stripes.
Between $20 and $25 in money was found in the pockets, but nothing that would give a direct clue to the identity of the person. The dead man was about 45 years old and weighed about 145 pounds. The body is now at the morgue in Lawrence. Several days ago a man was reported as missing from Barren Island, and it is surmised that possibly this may be that person's body.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, N.Y., Jan. 11, 1895, p. 1.
A Man's Body Found at Rockaway Park Beach.
Beachcombers at Rockaway Park on Monday found the body of a man imbedded in a cake of ice that had been left on the sand by the receding tide. The body was completely enclosed in the ice. It was cut out, and when it was thawed sufficiently to remove the clothing it was found that while the man had on a chinchilla overcoat of good make there was neither a coat nor a waistcoat beneath this. The overcoat was simply buttoned over his red flannel shirt. His trousers were of dark material, with stripes.
Between $20 and $25 in money was found in the pockets, but nothing that would give a direct clue to the identity of the person. The dead man was about 45 years old and weighed about 145 pounds. The body is now at the morgue in Lawrence. Several days ago a man was reported as missing from Barren Island, and it is surmised that possibly this may be that person's body.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, N.Y., Jan. 11, 1895, p. 1.
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