New York, 1895
Wynn Cunningham, aged 35 years, a brakeman on the Long Island railroad, stepped from a freight train Thursday afternoon just as it was leaving Lawrence station and his foot was run over by one of the wheels. He was attended by Dr. Schmuck. He will probably lose his foot.
While coupling an engine to its train for the 7:50 o'clock train Thursday night Gilbert Farrington, a brakeman, had his right hand crushed between the bumpers.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 4.
Thursday, July 31, 2008
Tuesday, July 29, 2008
Sammis, Benjamin, and Small Die
New York, 1895
Obituary Notes
David S. S. Sammis, one of the best known men in Suffolk County, died at his home in Babylon on Sunday, aged 77 years. For many years he was the proprietor of the Surf Hotel at Fire Island. Three years ago he retired from business, the state purchasing his Fire Island property as a quarantine station for $211,000.
Dr. David H. Benjamin, a leading physician of Northport, died Monday afternoon of Bright's disease. The doctor a few weeks ago passed through a prolonged illness and surprised his physician and friends by recovering.
Ex-Assessor Charles Small of Brooklyn died at his country home at Huntington early Tuesday morning. He was 56 years old. During Mayor Low's administration he was appointed an assessor. He held office from 1881 to 1892.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 8.
Obituary Notes
David S. S. Sammis, one of the best known men in Suffolk County, died at his home in Babylon on Sunday, aged 77 years. For many years he was the proprietor of the Surf Hotel at Fire Island. Three years ago he retired from business, the state purchasing his Fire Island property as a quarantine station for $211,000.
Dr. David H. Benjamin, a leading physician of Northport, died Monday afternoon of Bright's disease. The doctor a few weeks ago passed through a prolonged illness and surprised his physician and friends by recovering.
Ex-Assessor Charles Small of Brooklyn died at his country home at Huntington early Tuesday morning. He was 56 years old. During Mayor Low's administration he was appointed an assessor. He held office from 1881 to 1892.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 8.
Millionaire Thayer's Will
New York, 1895
The will of the late Arnold Thayer, the millionaire oil merchant has been offered for probate in the Surrogate's Office in Brooklyn. The estate is valued at $1,363,935. Jane J. Thayer, his widow, receives his house at 103 Pierrepont street and his country residence at Roslyn, and their contents.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 8.
The will of the late Arnold Thayer, the millionaire oil merchant has been offered for probate in the Surrogate's Office in Brooklyn. The estate is valued at $1,363,935. Jane J. Thayer, his widow, receives his house at 103 Pierrepont street and his country residence at Roslyn, and their contents.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 8.
Wills Proved and Accounts Progressed — To-Day's Calendar
New York, 1895
THE SURROGATE'S COURT.
Surrogate Weller yesterday admitted to probate the will of Phebe T. Smith.
The probate of the will of George Bradish, of Bayside, was refused. Letters testamentary were granted to his son, George J. Bradish. The estate is valued at $79,000.
Accounting was had in the estate of Hannah Bedell, and decree was filed. There was a hearing Thursday before Surrogate Weller in the contested will case of the widow of Samuel Pettit, a hotel keeper of Westbury. Deceased left her property, valued at several thousands of dollars, to the children of her husband, with whom she had been living for some time previous to her death. Her heirs are contesting the provisions of the will. There are seven or eight of them and one of them has come all the way from California to claim a share in the estate.
Surrogate Weller yesterday admitted to probate the wills of Phebe U. Malcolm and John Moser.
To-day's calendar — Will cases of R. Mayer Fox, Mary McEvoy, and Teresa J. Delaney; accounting estates of Thomas Pettit and George Watts; real estate proceeding matter of Kate Clohessy.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 8.
THE SURROGATE'S COURT.
Surrogate Weller yesterday admitted to probate the will of Phebe T. Smith.
The probate of the will of George Bradish, of Bayside, was refused. Letters testamentary were granted to his son, George J. Bradish. The estate is valued at $79,000.
Accounting was had in the estate of Hannah Bedell, and decree was filed. There was a hearing Thursday before Surrogate Weller in the contested will case of the widow of Samuel Pettit, a hotel keeper of Westbury. Deceased left her property, valued at several thousands of dollars, to the children of her husband, with whom she had been living for some time previous to her death. Her heirs are contesting the provisions of the will. There are seven or eight of them and one of them has come all the way from California to claim a share in the estate.
Surrogate Weller yesterday admitted to probate the wills of Phebe U. Malcolm and John Moser.
To-day's calendar — Will cases of R. Mayer Fox, Mary McEvoy, and Teresa J. Delaney; accounting estates of Thomas Pettit and George Watts; real estate proceeding matter of Kate Clohessy.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 8.
Found Dead in the Woods
New York, 1895
The body of a man about 40 years of age, dressed in dark clothes, with congress gaiters, his head bald and a heavy brown moustache, was found laying in the woods near Maple Grove on Wednesday afternoon. He had evidently been dead twenty-four hours. There was a slip noose around his neck. It was supposed he had hung himself, but there was no mark on his neck, and he was not hanging when found. Coroner Nutt thinks there is something suspicious about the case and will order a post-mortem. The body was removed to Ruoff's morgue at Ozone Park to await identification. The man was apparently of French nationality. There was nothing in his pockets but one key.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 8.
The body of a man about 40 years of age, dressed in dark clothes, with congress gaiters, his head bald and a heavy brown moustache, was found laying in the woods near Maple Grove on Wednesday afternoon. He had evidently been dead twenty-four hours. There was a slip noose around his neck. It was supposed he had hung himself, but there was no mark on his neck, and he was not hanging when found. Coroner Nutt thinks there is something suspicious about the case and will order a post-mortem. The body was removed to Ruoff's morgue at Ozone Park to await identification. The man was apparently of French nationality. There was nothing in his pockets but one key.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 8.
Bullet Through His Head
New York, 1895
Jacob Weyrich of Oyster Bay committed suicide Tuesday afternoon by shooting himself. His daughter hearing a report of a revolver in the barn, gave the alarm. Weyrich was found with a bullet hole through his head from temple to temple. He was 56 years of age. No cause can be assigned for the act, as he was in his usual spirits at noon.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 8.
Jacob Weyrich of Oyster Bay committed suicide Tuesday afternoon by shooting himself. His daughter hearing a report of a revolver in the barn, gave the alarm. Weyrich was found with a bullet hole through his head from temple to temple. He was 56 years of age. No cause can be assigned for the act, as he was in his usual spirits at noon.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 8.
The Italian's Body Recovered
New York, 1895
The body of Francisco Gallarrdi, an Italian, of New York City, who fell overboard from a scow in Flushing Creek on May 13th, was recovered Tuesday.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 8.
The body of Francisco Gallarrdi, an Italian, of New York City, who fell overboard from a scow in Flushing Creek on May 13th, was recovered Tuesday.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 8.
Bicycle Rider Runs Over Small Boy
New York, 1895
Woodhaven and Ozone Park News.
Sunday a bicycle rider ran over a small boy at Ozone Park crossing. He was not hurt much.
Jessie A., daughter of Howard Marsh, died of pneumonia after two weeks' sickness. She was a loveable child and a great pet in the neighborhood. Mr. and Mrs. Marsh have the sympathy of their many friends in their sad affliction.
Ex-Postmaster McArthur died on Tuesday afternoon at his residence, Broadway, Ozone Park. He was confined to his house for six months. He was a prominent member of the Royal Arcanum, and, up to his late sickness, was choirmaster of the Presbyterian church.
The funeral of Adolph Hug, who was a prominent member of the L. & G. fire company, took place on Sunday from his late residence. He was 34 years of age and was sick just five days with pneumonia. There were delegations from the Americus, Deraismes, Jones, Woodhaven, and Union Course companies, over 100 department members in line at the funeral.
Joseph Girard, one of Woodhaven's esteemed citizens, died Tuesday night, aged 73 years. He was for many years the leading man in the Grosjean agate works, and the inventor of a number of valuable patents. He retired from the works a few years ago. Two years ago, when times became hard and work was scarce, Mr. Girard open a soup kitchen at his residence and gave help to a number of deserving people. He leaves only a nephew, Alfred Chaumont, who resided with him for a number of years, and they were warmly attached to each other.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 8.
Woodhaven and Ozone Park News.
Sunday a bicycle rider ran over a small boy at Ozone Park crossing. He was not hurt much.
Jessie A., daughter of Howard Marsh, died of pneumonia after two weeks' sickness. She was a loveable child and a great pet in the neighborhood. Mr. and Mrs. Marsh have the sympathy of their many friends in their sad affliction.
Ex-Postmaster McArthur died on Tuesday afternoon at his residence, Broadway, Ozone Park. He was confined to his house for six months. He was a prominent member of the Royal Arcanum, and, up to his late sickness, was choirmaster of the Presbyterian church.
The funeral of Adolph Hug, who was a prominent member of the L. & G. fire company, took place on Sunday from his late residence. He was 34 years of age and was sick just five days with pneumonia. There were delegations from the Americus, Deraismes, Jones, Woodhaven, and Union Course companies, over 100 department members in line at the funeral.
Joseph Girard, one of Woodhaven's esteemed citizens, died Tuesday night, aged 73 years. He was for many years the leading man in the Grosjean agate works, and the inventor of a number of valuable patents. He retired from the works a few years ago. Two years ago, when times became hard and work was scarce, Mr. Girard open a soup kitchen at his residence and gave help to a number of deserving people. He leaves only a nephew, Alfred Chaumont, who resided with him for a number of years, and they were warmly attached to each other.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 8.
Death of Mrs. Sarah Fox
New York, 1895
Mrs. Sarah Fox, aged 59 years, sister of Justice Hendrick Hendrickson, died at her home on Shelton avenue, Jamaica, on Sunday, after a long and painful illness. Funeral services were held in the Methodist church on Wednesday afternoon. Interment was in the Springfield cemetery.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 8.
Mrs. Sarah Fox, aged 59 years, sister of Justice Hendrick Hendrickson, died at her home on Shelton avenue, Jamaica, on Sunday, after a long and painful illness. Funeral services were held in the Methodist church on Wednesday afternoon. Interment was in the Springfield cemetery.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 8.
Monday, July 28, 2008
Cut His Teeth Out
New York, 1895
While John Thurber, a son of Daniel J. Thurber, of Patchogue, was playing with a chisel Sunday he fell and the tool was forced through his chin. A number of the lad's front teeth were knocked out.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 1.
While John Thurber, a son of Daniel J. Thurber, of Patchogue, was playing with a chisel Sunday he fell and the tool was forced through his chin. A number of the lad's front teeth were knocked out.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 1.
Tried to Kill His Wife
New York, 1895
When Jacob Kellar, a shoemaker of Greenport, went to New York recently, he was of sound mind. While walking along Forty-second street a beam from a building fell and struck him upon the head.
Monday night he suddenly became insane, and threatened to kill his wife and sister and John F. Bahr, in whose house he lives. The man was arrested by Officer Reeves as he was entering his home brandishing a large knife in the air. He will be removed to the state hospital.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 1.
When Jacob Kellar, a shoemaker of Greenport, went to New York recently, he was of sound mind. While walking along Forty-second street a beam from a building fell and struck him upon the head.
Monday night he suddenly became insane, and threatened to kill his wife and sister and John F. Bahr, in whose house he lives. The man was arrested by Officer Reeves as he was entering his home brandishing a large knife in the air. He will be removed to the state hospital.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 1.
Contesting Giant Robinson's Will
New York, 1895
The hearing of the contest in the case of the will of David Robinson of Centre Moriches, took place before Surrogate Nathan D. Petty at Riverhead on Friday. By his will he left his entire estate to a nephew, Erving D. Robinson, age 14, son of Webster Robinson, entirely ignoring Harriet A. Robinson, his widow, Rowell Robinson, a son, Webster Robinson and Irene D. Taylor, a daughter, residing at Newtown. The latter is the contestant. He was separated from his wife at the time of his death and lived the life of a hermit. He was a giant in stature, weighing about 450 pounds.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 1.
The hearing of the contest in the case of the will of David Robinson of Centre Moriches, took place before Surrogate Nathan D. Petty at Riverhead on Friday. By his will he left his entire estate to a nephew, Erving D. Robinson, age 14, son of Webster Robinson, entirely ignoring Harriet A. Robinson, his widow, Rowell Robinson, a son, Webster Robinson and Irene D. Taylor, a daughter, residing at Newtown. The latter is the contestant. He was separated from his wife at the time of his death and lived the life of a hermit. He was a giant in stature, weighing about 450 pounds.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 1.
Saved Two Lives; Lost Her Own
New York, 1895
The body of a woman was found on the shore of Gardiner's Bay at Peconic on Saturday morning. Coronor Hartranft's jury rendered a verdict that death was due to drowning. The body was clad in a black alpaca skirt, a light-brown jacket, a gingham apron, and new shoes. It is supposed to be that of a servant who was drowned last February while crossing the ice from Sag Harbor to Shelter Island. Two children were with her. She succeeded in saving their lives, but lost her own in the effort.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 1.
The body of a woman was found on the shore of Gardiner's Bay at Peconic on Saturday morning. Coronor Hartranft's jury rendered a verdict that death was due to drowning. The body was clad in a black alpaca skirt, a light-brown jacket, a gingham apron, and new shoes. It is supposed to be that of a servant who was drowned last February while crossing the ice from Sag Harbor to Shelter Island. Two children were with her. She succeeded in saving their lives, but lost her own in the effort.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 1.
Accused of Killing a Girl
New York, 1895
Marshall E. Price, a young man 22 years old, son of Joseph Price of Shelter Island, has been convicted of murdering a girl, 14 years old, named Dean, in Carolina county, Md.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 1.
Marshall E. Price, a young man 22 years old, son of Joseph Price of Shelter Island, has been convicted of murdering a girl, 14 years old, named Dean, in Carolina county, Md.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 1.
Found Dead in Bed
New York, 1895
Charles B. Cornell was found dead in bed at Baldwins on Tuesday morning. Monday evening he was about the village talking with friends. He was about 60 years of age. He was an extensive oyster planter and accumulated a competency. Death was caused by cerebral hemorrhage. He leaves a widow, one son and a daughter.
Miss McMullen's Body Found
The body of the girl found Friday on the shore of Peconic bay near Southold, has been identified as Lillian McMullen, who was drowned between Shelter Island and North Haven as she was crossing the ice on February 17.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 1.
Charles B. Cornell was found dead in bed at Baldwins on Tuesday morning. Monday evening he was about the village talking with friends. He was about 60 years of age. He was an extensive oyster planter and accumulated a competency. Death was caused by cerebral hemorrhage. He leaves a widow, one son and a daughter.
Miss McMullen's Body Found
The body of the girl found Friday on the shore of Peconic bay near Southold, has been identified as Lillian McMullen, who was drowned between Shelter Island and North Haven as she was crossing the ice on February 17.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 1.
Death of Judge Garretson's Mother
New York, 1895
Catherine Rapelje Garretson, mother of County Judge Garretson, died at her residence in Newtown Friday morning, at the age of 84 years. She was the widow of the Rev. Mr. Garretson, who was pastor of the Newtown Reformed church. Mrs. Garretson is survived by three sons and one daughter. Funeral services were held at the Newtown Reformed church Sunday afternoon.
Funeral services were held at the Newtown Reformed church Sunday afternoon. The deceased had been a member of the church for sixty-four years. The choir sang "Abide With Me," "One by One" and "Asleep in Jesus." Addresses were made by the Rev. C. I. Shepard, the former pastor of the church and the Rev. C. K. Clearwater, the present pastor.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 1.
Catherine Rapelje Garretson, mother of County Judge Garretson, died at her residence in Newtown Friday morning, at the age of 84 years. She was the widow of the Rev. Mr. Garretson, who was pastor of the Newtown Reformed church. Mrs. Garretson is survived by three sons and one daughter. Funeral services were held at the Newtown Reformed church Sunday afternoon.
Funeral services were held at the Newtown Reformed church Sunday afternoon. The deceased had been a member of the church for sixty-four years. The choir sang "Abide With Me," "One by One" and "Asleep in Jesus." Addresses were made by the Rev. C. I. Shepard, the former pastor of the church and the Rev. C. K. Clearwater, the present pastor.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 1.
Saturday, July 26, 2008
News in Brief
New York, 1895
Patrick Griffin of Huntington was fined $100 Thursday by Justice Hendrickson for beating his wife.
Peter Butterly, of Jericho, has gone to Ireland for the purpose of erecting a monument to his father, recently deceased.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 17, 1895, p. 8.
Patrick Griffin of Huntington was fined $100 Thursday by Justice Hendrickson for beating his wife.
Peter Butterly, of Jericho, has gone to Ireland for the purpose of erecting a monument to his father, recently deceased.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 17, 1895, p. 8.
Crashed Between Cars
New York, 1895
Clarence V. Shroder, youngest son of Volney Shroder was seriously injured Friday night. Shroder has been a brakeman on the Long Island railroad for many years. Friday night, while coupling cars at the storage house on Locust avenue, Jamaica, Shroder was crushed between a passenger coach and a box car. He was taken to St. John's hospital at Long Island City.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 17, 1895, p. 8.
Clarence V. Shroder, youngest son of Volney Shroder was seriously injured Friday night. Shroder has been a brakeman on the Long Island railroad for many years. Friday night, while coupling cars at the storage house on Locust avenue, Jamaica, Shroder was crushed between a passenger coach and a box car. He was taken to St. John's hospital at Long Island City.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 17, 1895, p. 8.
Kelly Tried Suicide
New York, 1895
Christopher Kelly, aged 55 years, living on Washington street, Jamaica, attempted suicide Tuesday morning by cutting his throat with a pocket knife, and then jumping into a cistern in the yard of his residence. He was seen to jump into the cistern by persons who quickly pulled him out. Dr. Flynn sewed up the wound, but gave little hope of his recovery. Kelly has been a sufferer from rheumatism, and said he was tired of living. His wife is in the Brooklyn Hospital undergoing treatment for rheumatism.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 17, 1895, p. 8.
Christopher Kelly, aged 55 years, living on Washington street, Jamaica, attempted suicide Tuesday morning by cutting his throat with a pocket knife, and then jumping into a cistern in the yard of his residence. He was seen to jump into the cistern by persons who quickly pulled him out. Dr. Flynn sewed up the wound, but gave little hope of his recovery. Kelly has been a sufferer from rheumatism, and said he was tired of living. His wife is in the Brooklyn Hospital undergoing treatment for rheumatism.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 17, 1895, p. 8.
Mrs. Rust and Mrs. McKee Die
New York, 1895
Mrs. H. A. Rust departed this life at 10.30 P. M. on Tuesday. The people of Aqueduct were surprised to hear the fact announced, although she had been weak for some time. A hemorrhage suddenly ushered her out of time. She was very highly esteemed by all who knew her. The funeral services will be held at the M. P. Church, Centreville avenue, at 2 o'clock to-day. A special funeral sermon will be preached on Sunday evening by the Rev. W. E. Blandy.
Mrs. Hannah McKee, widow of the late George C. McKee, of Jamaica, died at Cypress Hills on Friday. The funeral took place on Sunday. The interment was in Grace church yard.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 17, 1895, p. 8.
Mrs. H. A. Rust departed this life at 10.30 P. M. on Tuesday. The people of Aqueduct were surprised to hear the fact announced, although she had been weak for some time. A hemorrhage suddenly ushered her out of time. She was very highly esteemed by all who knew her. The funeral services will be held at the M. P. Church, Centreville avenue, at 2 o'clock to-day. A special funeral sermon will be preached on Sunday evening by the Rev. W. E. Blandy.
Mrs. Hannah McKee, widow of the late George C. McKee, of Jamaica, died at Cypress Hills on Friday. The funeral took place on Sunday. The interment was in Grace church yard.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 17, 1895, p. 8.
Death of Mrs. Armstrong
New York, 1895
Mrs. Cornelia N. Armstrong, widow of the late John J. Armstrong, died suddenly in Brooklyn on Sunday, at the residence of Mrs. Hagner, her sister. She was in the 64th year of her age. Funeral services were held on Tuesday. The interment was in Maple Grove cemetery.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 17, 1895, p. 8.
Mrs. Cornelia N. Armstrong, widow of the late John J. Armstrong, died suddenly in Brooklyn on Sunday, at the residence of Mrs. Hagner, her sister. She was in the 64th year of her age. Funeral services were held on Tuesday. The interment was in Maple Grove cemetery.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 17, 1895, p. 8.
Friday, July 25, 2008
Ribs Broken by a Horse
New York, 1895
William C. Stringham, a resident of Washington square, Hempstead, while engaged Tuesday night in grooming a young horse was kicked by the animal in his side, breaking two ribs.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 17, 1895, p. 1.
William C. Stringham, a resident of Washington square, Hempstead, while engaged Tuesday night in grooming a young horse was kicked by the animal in his side, breaking two ribs.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 17, 1895, p. 1.
Killed by His Father's Car
New York, 1895
Thomas Barnes, Jr., a son of Thomas Barnes, a driver of a horse car at Huntington, was crushed to death Friday morning under his father's car. As the father neared his home on his car, the child ran out of the yard to give him the usual morning greeting. He made a spring for the front platform, but his foot slipped and he fell under the front wheel of the car, which passed over his head, killing him instantly.
Leonard Gimlet Declared Insane
Gimlet, the victim of epileptic fits from birth, who was rescued from drowning at Sayville, was found to be insane. He was taken to the Poughkeepsie asylum.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 17, 1895, p. 1.
Thomas Barnes, Jr., a son of Thomas Barnes, a driver of a horse car at Huntington, was crushed to death Friday morning under his father's car. As the father neared his home on his car, the child ran out of the yard to give him the usual morning greeting. He made a spring for the front platform, but his foot slipped and he fell under the front wheel of the car, which passed over his head, killing him instantly.
Leonard Gimlet Declared Insane
Gimlet, the victim of epileptic fits from birth, who was rescued from drowning at Sayville, was found to be insane. He was taken to the Poughkeepsie asylum.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 17, 1895, p. 1.
Thursday, July 24, 2008
The Surrogate's Court
New York, 1895
Surrogate Weller yesterday admitted to probate the wills of Mary Fleming, Alfred DeMott and Richard Rhodes. A decree was flied in the accounting of the estate of Eliza Gray and the County Treasurer was appointed successive administrator.
To-day's calendar — Will cases of R. Meyer Fox and Elbert Ludlum.
Obituary Notes
George A. Thayer, a prominent resident of Roslyn, died Friday morning after a brief illness. Mr. Thayer was about 73 years old.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 10, 1895, p. 8.
Surrogate Weller yesterday admitted to probate the wills of Mary Fleming, Alfred DeMott and Richard Rhodes. A decree was flied in the accounting of the estate of Eliza Gray and the County Treasurer was appointed successive administrator.
To-day's calendar — Will cases of R. Meyer Fox and Elbert Ludlum.
Obituary Notes
George A. Thayer, a prominent resident of Roslyn, died Friday morning after a brief illness. Mr. Thayer was about 73 years old.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 10, 1895, p. 8.
Thrown from Their Carriage
New York, 1895
While Alfred D. Lewis was driving on Wednesday at Hempstead, his spirited horse took fright at a chair on a lawn. The animal bolted and the carriage struck a gate post and was upset.
The occupants, Mr. Lewis, his mother, and his sister, were thrown to the ground. Mrs. Lewis's collar bone was broken. Miss Lewis received a compound fracture of the right arm and several bad bruises. Mr. Lewis's left leg was broken above the ankle.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 10, 1895, p. 8.
While Alfred D. Lewis was driving on Wednesday at Hempstead, his spirited horse took fright at a chair on a lawn. The animal bolted and the carriage struck a gate post and was upset.
The occupants, Mr. Lewis, his mother, and his sister, were thrown to the ground. Mrs. Lewis's collar bone was broken. Miss Lewis received a compound fracture of the right arm and several bad bruises. Mr. Lewis's left leg was broken above the ankle.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 10, 1895, p. 8.
Pickpockets at a Funeral
New York, 1895
A gang of New York pickpockets attended the Conkling funeral at Huntington Saturday. The pocketbooks of Mrs. Stephen K. Gould and Mrs. Joseph Tillott, each containing over $20, were stolen.
Five More Dogs Poisoned
The dog poisoner still continues his work at Sag Harbor. Friday morning five more dogs were found dead on the premises of their owners.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 10, 1895, p. 8.
A gang of New York pickpockets attended the Conkling funeral at Huntington Saturday. The pocketbooks of Mrs. Stephen K. Gould and Mrs. Joseph Tillott, each containing over $20, were stolen.
Five More Dogs Poisoned
The dog poisoner still continues his work at Sag Harbor. Friday morning five more dogs were found dead on the premises of their owners.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 10, 1895, p. 8.
Tuesday, July 22, 2008
George Bradish Dies Suddenly
New York, 1895
George Bradish of Bayside died suddenly about 5 o'clock Tuesday afternoon on a north bound train of the Second avenue elevated railroad, just before it reached the Twenty-third street station. An ambulance surgeon said that his death was due to heart disease. Letters found on the body gave Mr. Bradish's name and address. Mr. Bradish was about 65 years old.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 10, 1895, p. 1.
George Bradish of Bayside died suddenly about 5 o'clock Tuesday afternoon on a north bound train of the Second avenue elevated railroad, just before it reached the Twenty-third street station. An ambulance surgeon said that his death was due to heart disease. Letters found on the body gave Mr. Bradish's name and address. Mr. Bradish was about 65 years old.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 10, 1895, p. 1.
Monday, July 21, 2008
Williams' Body Recovered
New York, 1895
The body of Charles Williams, whose capsized boat was found in the bay at Bay Shore on Saturday, was recovered Monday by Andrew Baldwin in East Cove. The deceased was 25 years old. He was subject to epileptic fits and the supposition is that, being attacked when out sailing, he fell overboard and was drowned.
He Could Not Live Alone
Uncle Jesse Conklin, the veteran stage driver of Huntington, died Friday morning of paralysis. Mr. Conklin's wife died on Thursday and he only survived her a few hours.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 10, 1895, p. 1.
The body of Charles Williams, whose capsized boat was found in the bay at Bay Shore on Saturday, was recovered Monday by Andrew Baldwin in East Cove. The deceased was 25 years old. He was subject to epileptic fits and the supposition is that, being attacked when out sailing, he fell overboard and was drowned.
He Could Not Live Alone
Uncle Jesse Conklin, the veteran stage driver of Huntington, died Friday morning of paralysis. Mr. Conklin's wife died on Thursday and he only survived her a few hours.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 10, 1895, p. 1.
Struck by a Train
New York, 1895
An Italian organ grinder about 60 years old was struck by a west bound train near Newtown Monday evening. The man will probably die. His left leg was broken and his head frightfully cut.
Two Bodies from Newtown Creek
Two bodies of men were picked up in Newtown Creek on Friday by the crew of the tugboat Vigilant. One body, taken to Davren's undertaking establishment in Jackson avenue, was identified as that of George S. Eaton, of Greenpoint. He was identified by his wife, who said that her husband had been missing for nine weeks.
The body of the other man was taken to Conway's undertaking establishment. In a pocket were two pairs of eyeglasses, a small pocket-knife and two handkerchiefs with the initial "N."
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 10, 1895, p. 1.
An Italian organ grinder about 60 years old was struck by a west bound train near Newtown Monday evening. The man will probably die. His left leg was broken and his head frightfully cut.
Two Bodies from Newtown Creek
Two bodies of men were picked up in Newtown Creek on Friday by the crew of the tugboat Vigilant. One body, taken to Davren's undertaking establishment in Jackson avenue, was identified as that of George S. Eaton, of Greenpoint. He was identified by his wife, who said that her husband had been missing for nine weeks.
The body of the other man was taken to Conway's undertaking establishment. In a pocket were two pairs of eyeglasses, a small pocket-knife and two handkerchiefs with the initial "N."
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 10, 1895, p. 1.
Friday, July 18, 2008
Dug Out of the Mud
New York, 1895
The body of a man was dug out of the mud of Newtown Creek on Monday morning. It had evidently been in the creek about two weeks. There was nothing by which to identify the body. No marks of violence were visible.
Bishop Littlejohn Home
Bishop Littlejohn returned on Tuesday from Kingston, Jamaica. His health is greatly improved.
Three Months in Jail
Abram Craft, of Far Rockaway, was sentenced to three months in the county jail by Justice Smith on Friday. Craft assaulted his brother with a beer bottle recently, inflicting a severe wound.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 3, 1895, p. 1.
The body of a man was dug out of the mud of Newtown Creek on Monday morning. It had evidently been in the creek about two weeks. There was nothing by which to identify the body. No marks of violence were visible.
Bishop Littlejohn Home
Bishop Littlejohn returned on Tuesday from Kingston, Jamaica. His health is greatly improved.
Three Months in Jail
Abram Craft, of Far Rockaway, was sentenced to three months in the county jail by Justice Smith on Friday. Craft assaulted his brother with a beer bottle recently, inflicting a severe wound.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 3, 1895, p. 1.
A Big Dog Broke Her Ribs
New York, 1895
Ellen Doty, daughter of Eldert C. Doty, of Oyster Bay, spent Saturday with friends at Wantagh and in getting out of a wagon a large dog jumped against her, knocking her down and breaking some of her ribs.
Held on Suspicion
John Burns is locked up in New York on suspicion of being implicated in the alleged drowning of a man from pier 28 early Sunday morning. He is a resident of Whitestone. He is 51 years old and has a wife and eight children.
Died Alone in a Barn
John Hall, aged 65 years, formerly a whaler of Sag Harbor, but for fifteen years past a tramp between Sag Harbor and Oakdale during all seasons, was found dead on Sunday by Sylvester Corwin, of Brookhaven, in his barn.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 3, 1895, p. 1.
Ellen Doty, daughter of Eldert C. Doty, of Oyster Bay, spent Saturday with friends at Wantagh and in getting out of a wagon a large dog jumped against her, knocking her down and breaking some of her ribs.
Held on Suspicion
John Burns is locked up in New York on suspicion of being implicated in the alleged drowning of a man from pier 28 early Sunday morning. He is a resident of Whitestone. He is 51 years old and has a wife and eight children.
Died Alone in a Barn
John Hall, aged 65 years, formerly a whaler of Sag Harbor, but for fifteen years past a tramp between Sag Harbor and Oakdale during all seasons, was found dead on Sunday by Sylvester Corwin, of Brookhaven, in his barn.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 3, 1895, p. 1.
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
Oldest War Veteran Dies
New York, 1895
News in Brief
Captain James Baker, the oldest war veteran in Suffolk county, died Wednesday morning at Sayville. He was 77 years old. Heart failure was the cause of his death.
The death Thursday of Coles Carpenter, of Glen Cove, who had been employed by the Coles family at Dosoris for over half a century removes the oldest colored resident of the town. He was born in 1806.
Captain Edgar C. Bowen, U. S. A., instractor in military tactics at St. Paul's school, Garden City, has been relieved at his own request from further duty.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 3, 1895, p. 8.
News in Brief
Captain James Baker, the oldest war veteran in Suffolk county, died Wednesday morning at Sayville. He was 77 years old. Heart failure was the cause of his death.
The death Thursday of Coles Carpenter, of Glen Cove, who had been employed by the Coles family at Dosoris for over half a century removes the oldest colored resident of the town. He was born in 1806.
Captain Edgar C. Bowen, U. S. A., instractor in military tactics at St. Paul's school, Garden City, has been relieved at his own request from further duty.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 3, 1895, p. 8.
Died
New York, 1895
DAVISON. — In this village, on Wednesday, May 1st, Phebe, widow of the late Tredwell Davison, of Rockville center, in the 80th year of her age.
Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the funeral on Saturday, the 4th inst., at half past twelve o'clock, from the residence of her daughter, Mrs. John R. Carpenter, Puntine Street, and at half past two o'clock from St. Mark's M. E. Church, Rockville Centre.
Note: This announcement (Davison) was published as a paid notice in the original newspaper.
Diphtheria Closes a School
Kyle's Institute at Flushing has been closed to prevent the spread of diphtheria. A few days ago Raymond Calvin, one of the students, was stricken with the disease.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 3, 1895, p. 8.
DAVISON. — In this village, on Wednesday, May 1st, Phebe, widow of the late Tredwell Davison, of Rockville center, in the 80th year of her age.
Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the funeral on Saturday, the 4th inst., at half past twelve o'clock, from the residence of her daughter, Mrs. John R. Carpenter, Puntine Street, and at half past two o'clock from St. Mark's M. E. Church, Rockville Centre.
Note: This announcement (Davison) was published as a paid notice in the original newspaper.
Diphtheria Closes a School
Kyle's Institute at Flushing has been closed to prevent the spread of diphtheria. A few days ago Raymond Calvin, one of the students, was stricken with the disease.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 3, 1895, p. 8.
Pettit Will Contested
New York, 1895
The Surrogate's Court
Surrogate Weller yesterday heard testimony in the will case of Mary Ann Pettit, of Westbury. The testator died in January, 1894, and bequeathed her property to her eldest sister. The will is contested on the ground of undue influence. Lucretia Pettit nursed the testatrix for two months. She never had any conversation with her as she was suffering from paralysis and could not talk.
The wills of the following persons were admitted to probate: Paschel C. Langevin, Ellen Gorman, John Hicks, Elizabeth Leitner, Julia Gerhardt and Rebecca Hickman.
To-day's calendar — Will cases of John Eden, Stephen W. Carman and Charles DeMott; accounting estate of Abraham C. Baylis.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 3, 1895, p. 8.
The Surrogate's Court
Surrogate Weller yesterday heard testimony in the will case of Mary Ann Pettit, of Westbury. The testator died in January, 1894, and bequeathed her property to her eldest sister. The will is contested on the ground of undue influence. Lucretia Pettit nursed the testatrix for two months. She never had any conversation with her as she was suffering from paralysis and could not talk.
The wills of the following persons were admitted to probate: Paschel C. Langevin, Ellen Gorman, John Hicks, Elizabeth Leitner, Julia Gerhardt and Rebecca Hickman.
To-day's calendar — Will cases of John Eden, Stephen W. Carman and Charles DeMott; accounting estate of Abraham C. Baylis.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 3, 1895, p. 8.
Saturday, July 12, 2008
Tony Snow, 1955-2008
Tony Snow, 53, died July 12, 2008.
He was a television news commentator at Fox News, then was named press secretary for President Bush.
I remember when he was on Fox. This was back when I watched Fox, which later I quit doing because of their terrible bias. He had a show on Saturday morning that ended with some other guy bringing in freebies gotten to promote movies. It was a very funny segment each week, and Tony was a lot of laughs in the give-and-take with Fox's movie reviewer.
When he became press secretary I was disappointed, because I knew he would be a sharp, intelligent one for whatever was going on in the White House. I would have rather they had someone less capable, someone who might occasionally blow it. But, no, they had to pick Tony Snow. You could really see his intelligence in the way he could talk his way around anything and pretty much keep the reporters at bay.
He had cancer, and had resigned a couple years ago to make more money to support his family. All in all, he seemed like a real decent guy.
Tuesday, July 8, 2008
What Has Become of Street?
New York, 1895
At the request of Mrs. James G. McKenna, of Flushing, a general police alarm was sent out on Friday in connection with the disappearance of Mrs. McKenna's brother, John J. Street, who disappeared last June. Mr. Street was 54 years old.
On the day of his disappearance he said he was going to New York. He did not return that day, but sent a letter stating that he would be home the next morning. That was the last seen or heard of him by his friends. His brother and sister have been searching for him ever since, because their father's estate, which is large, cannot be settled without his presence or proof of his death.
Babylon's Old Cemetery Abandoned
The old cemetery in Babylon, having a history dating back beyond Revolutionary days, will soon be a thing of the past. The graveyard, which has been in existence for 200 years, is to be converted into building lots.
"A Thing of Beauty
is a joy forever." Our lawn grass seed has a reputation; it is known to be the very best; we do not ask you to believe this simply because we say so but can prove our assertions by showing you lawns which have been sown with our seed. It is clean, free from weeds and coarse grass, and has a good mixture of white clover. We make a specialty of preparing, sowing, renovating and caring for lawns. J. B. Cooper, 70 Fulton Street. [1895 advertisement]
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 26, 1895, p. 2.
At the request of Mrs. James G. McKenna, of Flushing, a general police alarm was sent out on Friday in connection with the disappearance of Mrs. McKenna's brother, John J. Street, who disappeared last June. Mr. Street was 54 years old.
On the day of his disappearance he said he was going to New York. He did not return that day, but sent a letter stating that he would be home the next morning. That was the last seen or heard of him by his friends. His brother and sister have been searching for him ever since, because their father's estate, which is large, cannot be settled without his presence or proof of his death.
Babylon's Old Cemetery Abandoned
The old cemetery in Babylon, having a history dating back beyond Revolutionary days, will soon be a thing of the past. The graveyard, which has been in existence for 200 years, is to be converted into building lots.
"A Thing of Beauty
is a joy forever." Our lawn grass seed has a reputation; it is known to be the very best; we do not ask you to believe this simply because we say so but can prove our assertions by showing you lawns which have been sown with our seed. It is clean, free from weeds and coarse grass, and has a good mixture of white clover. We make a specialty of preparing, sowing, renovating and caring for lawns. J. B. Cooper, 70 Fulton Street. [1895 advertisement]
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 26, 1895, p. 2.
Monday, July 7, 2008
Buried in Maple Grove Cemetery
New York, 1895
John N. Stearns, the temperance advocate, who was well known on Long Island, and in fact all over the country, died in Greenpoint on Tuesday. He will be buried in Maple Grove Cemetery today.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 26, 1895, p. 8.
John N. Stearns, the temperance advocate, who was well known on Long Island, and in fact all over the country, died in Greenpoint on Tuesday. He will be buried in Maple Grove Cemetery today.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 26, 1895, p. 8.
The Surrogate's Court
New York, 1895
Surrogate Weller yesterday admitted to probate the wills of Richard Dudgeon and Thomas H. Quigley.
To-day's calendar — Will cases of Sarah L. Smith, Adeline A. Way, Elbert Ludlum and William H. Smith; accounting in the estates of Jacob Schaefer, Josephine S. DeBevoise and Joseph Mead; matter of the estate of Hugh Potter; administration case of Sarah L. Smith.
Damages for His Boy's Death
Bartley Delaney of Astoria on Wednesday received a judgment of $2,500 against the Steinway railway company, before Judge Barnard. His 6 year old boy was [killed*] by a trolley car.
*Piece of the newspaper missing, so this word is a guess.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 26, 1895, p. 8.
Surrogate Weller yesterday admitted to probate the wills of Richard Dudgeon and Thomas H. Quigley.
To-day's calendar — Will cases of Sarah L. Smith, Adeline A. Way, Elbert Ludlum and William H. Smith; accounting in the estates of Jacob Schaefer, Josephine S. DeBevoise and Joseph Mead; matter of the estate of Hugh Potter; administration case of Sarah L. Smith.
Damages for His Boy's Death
Bartley Delaney of Astoria on Wednesday received a judgment of $2,500 against the Steinway railway company, before Judge Barnard. His 6 year old boy was [killed*] by a trolley car.
*Piece of the newspaper missing, so this word is a guess.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 26, 1895, p. 8.
Saturday, July 5, 2008
Corporal Dowling's Leg Broken
New York, 1895
Corporal Patrick Dowling of Company A, United States engineers, at Willets' Point, while playing handball Tuesday morning slipped and fell, breaking his right leg below the knee.
Wholesale Dog Poisoning
There was a wholesale poisoning of dogs in Sag Harbor Sunday night. Some person distributed meat containing strychnine through the streets, which resulted in the death of 25 dogs.
Captain McNicoll Dies Suddenly
Captain William McNicoll of the canal boat Mary Pierson, lying at New's coal dock on the Hunter's Point side of Newtown creek, died suddenly Saturday morning.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 26, 1895, p. 1.
Corporal Patrick Dowling of Company A, United States engineers, at Willets' Point, while playing handball Tuesday morning slipped and fell, breaking his right leg below the knee.
Wholesale Dog Poisoning
There was a wholesale poisoning of dogs in Sag Harbor Sunday night. Some person distributed meat containing strychnine through the streets, which resulted in the death of 25 dogs.
Captain McNicoll Dies Suddenly
Captain William McNicoll of the canal boat Mary Pierson, lying at New's coal dock on the Hunter's Point side of Newtown creek, died suddenly Saturday morning.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 26, 1895, p. 1.
Fingers Cut Off by a Car Seat
New York, 1895
Joseph Dailey, a five-year-old child, was playing about some cars in the old carshed at Far Rockaway on Friday, with some companions. Suddenly one of them dropped the seat on the boy's hand. Two of his fingers were cut off.
Settled Her Claim
Mrs. John Powell, who lives near the village of Hempstead, has accepted a proposition to settle her claim against the Long Island railroad company for the death of her husband. The company will pay the widow $1,250.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 26, 1895, p. 1.
Joseph Dailey, a five-year-old child, was playing about some cars in the old carshed at Far Rockaway on Friday, with some companions. Suddenly one of them dropped the seat on the boy's hand. Two of his fingers were cut off.
Settled Her Claim
Mrs. John Powell, who lives near the village of Hempstead, has accepted a proposition to settle her claim against the Long Island railroad company for the death of her husband. The company will pay the widow $1,250.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 26, 1895, p. 1.
Roth's First Bicycle Ride
New York, 1895
A large number of bicyclists from Brooklyn stopped at Roth's hotel at Hempstead for dinner on Sunday. After dinner the cyclers proposed that the proprietor, S. N. R. Roth, who had never been on a wheel, should be given a lesson. Roth consented and mounting a wheel rode about a block. While attempting to turn round he fell heavily to the ground, breaking his left arm above the wrist.
Hand Crushed in Machinery
Frank Burkhelder, an engineer in the Garden City water works, had his right hand crushed while oiling the machinery Sunday morning.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 26, 1895, p. 1.
A large number of bicyclists from Brooklyn stopped at Roth's hotel at Hempstead for dinner on Sunday. After dinner the cyclers proposed that the proprietor, S. N. R. Roth, who had never been on a wheel, should be given a lesson. Roth consented and mounting a wheel rode about a block. While attempting to turn round he fell heavily to the ground, breaking his left arm above the wrist.
Hand Crushed in Machinery
Frank Burkhelder, an engineer in the Garden City water works, had his right hand crushed while oiling the machinery Sunday morning.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 26, 1895, p. 1.
Thought a Corpse Alive
New York, 1895
Mrs. Dreda Dorning, wife of Nathaniel Dorning, of East Hampton, died suddenly last Friday. The funeral was to have taken place Monday. After the services were over several women whispered that the corpse was alive. The funeral was stopped, and the mourners returned to the house. Drs. Bell and Osborne examined the body and found no signs of life.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 26, 1895, p. 1.
Mrs. Dreda Dorning, wife of Nathaniel Dorning, of East Hampton, died suddenly last Friday. The funeral was to have taken place Monday. After the services were over several women whispered that the corpse was alive. The funeral was stopped, and the mourners returned to the house. Drs. Bell and Osborne examined the body and found no signs of life.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 26, 1895, p. 1.
Father and Son Injured
New York, 1895
George Stone and his son were injured in a runaway accident at Brentwood, on Friday. The men were returning home with a load of wood. Suddenly the dashboard of the wagon slipped, and the wood fell upon the heels of the horses. The animals plunged forward, and father and son were thrown under the wagon, the wheels passing over them. The elder Stone had his leg broken, and the youth sustained a fracture of his foot.
No Trace of Poison
Coroner Strong of Long Island City will make an analysis of the stomach of Annie Royer. The girl came from Islip three weeks ago and died on Thursday in great agony. The doctors who held the autopsy failed to discover any poison, as had been intimated.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 26, 1895, p. 1.
George Stone and his son were injured in a runaway accident at Brentwood, on Friday. The men were returning home with a load of wood. Suddenly the dashboard of the wagon slipped, and the wood fell upon the heels of the horses. The animals plunged forward, and father and son were thrown under the wagon, the wheels passing over them. The elder Stone had his leg broken, and the youth sustained a fracture of his foot.
No Trace of Poison
Coroner Strong of Long Island City will make an analysis of the stomach of Annie Royer. The girl came from Islip three weeks ago and died on Thursday in great agony. The doctors who held the autopsy failed to discover any poison, as had been intimated.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 26, 1895, p. 1.
Friday, July 4, 2008
Found Dead in His Berth
New York, 1895William Barclay, second mate of the Scotch ship Barcraig, taking on a cargo of oil for China at the Standard Oil works, Long Island City, was found dead in his berth Monday morning.
Ayer's Cathartic Pills (1895 advertisement)
Henry Ward Beecher once informed a man who came to him complaining of gloomy and despondent feelings, that what he most needed was a good cathartic, meaning, of course, such a medicine as Ayer's Cathartic Pills, every dose being effective.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 19, 1895, p. 5.
Maple Grove Cemetery's Growth
New York, 1895
The Maple Grove Cemetery report quite a steady increase of interments there this year over last, but as the board of health returns from New York and neighboring cities do not show any greater death rate than former years, in fact, for 1895 so far it has been somewhat less than the average, the increased number of burials at Maple Grove is undoubtedly occasioned by it becoming better known and appreciated by those who are obliged to patronize cemeteries. Maple Grove certainly has many advantages in its location over some of the larger and older cemeteries, and its grounds are admirably adapted for a beautiful burial place.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 19, 1895, p. 2.
The Maple Grove Cemetery report quite a steady increase of interments there this year over last, but as the board of health returns from New York and neighboring cities do not show any greater death rate than former years, in fact, for 1895 so far it has been somewhat less than the average, the increased number of burials at Maple Grove is undoubtedly occasioned by it becoming better known and appreciated by those who are obliged to patronize cemeteries. Maple Grove certainly has many advantages in its location over some of the larger and older cemeteries, and its grounds are admirably adapted for a beautiful burial place.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 19, 1895, p. 2.
Thursday, July 3, 2008
The Surrogate's Court
New York, 1895
The will of Richard Dudgeon, of Oyster Bay, was filed on Monday for probate in the surrogate's office. The testator bequeaths Eriphemia Stansbury of Danville, Ill., $2,000; his brother William, $2,000; Wemys Dudgeon, $2,000; his sister, Margaret Dudgeon, $5,000 (upon her death to be divided equally among his children). To his friend, John F. Dettman, he gives $5,000, and the rest of his property he divides equally between his sons, Richard, Frank and William, and his daughter Jessie F. Van Name.
Surrogate Weller yesterday denied the motion to have an accounting in the estate of Eliza Gray, on the ground that the executor could not now account, the estate of the testator's husband having not yet been settled, and it would not be safe for him to make an accounting and pay over any money until he knew the liabilities of the husband's estate.
Testimony was taken in the contested will case of Mary Ann Pettit, of Westbury.
To-day's calendar — Will case of Elbert Hegeman; real estate proceedings of Alexander H. Collison; accounting estate of Alexander H. Collison.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 19, 1895, p. 8.
The will of Richard Dudgeon, of Oyster Bay, was filed on Monday for probate in the surrogate's office. The testator bequeaths Eriphemia Stansbury of Danville, Ill., $2,000; his brother William, $2,000; Wemys Dudgeon, $2,000; his sister, Margaret Dudgeon, $5,000 (upon her death to be divided equally among his children). To his friend, John F. Dettman, he gives $5,000, and the rest of his property he divides equally between his sons, Richard, Frank and William, and his daughter Jessie F. Van Name.
Surrogate Weller yesterday denied the motion to have an accounting in the estate of Eliza Gray, on the ground that the executor could not now account, the estate of the testator's husband having not yet been settled, and it would not be safe for him to make an accounting and pay over any money until he knew the liabilities of the husband's estate.
Testimony was taken in the contested will case of Mary Ann Pettit, of Westbury.
To-day's calendar — Will case of Elbert Hegeman; real estate proceedings of Alexander H. Collison; accounting estate of Alexander H. Collison.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 19, 1895, p. 8.
Death of George A. Creed
New York, 1895
George A. Creed, who for many years was a resident of the village of Jamaica, died in Jersey City on Saturday, aged 63 years. The deceased was a veteran of the late war, having enlisted from Jamaica in the Fortieth (Mozart) regiment. His funeral took place on Tuesday. The interment was in Prospect cemetery, Jamaica.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 19, 1895, p. 8.
George A. Creed, who for many years was a resident of the village of Jamaica, died in Jersey City on Saturday, aged 63 years. The deceased was a veteran of the late war, having enlisted from Jamaica in the Fortieth (Mozart) regiment. His funeral took place on Tuesday. The interment was in Prospect cemetery, Jamaica.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 19, 1895, p. 8.
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
Deaths from Pneumonia
New York, 1895
Leander Anderson died Friday at Ocean Side, near Rockville Center, of pneumonia. Three deaths have occurred in the family, the mother and two sons being the victims. The peculiar feature of the case is that all three died of pneumonia, and within a week of each other.
A Youth Beats His Mother
Charles Gerrity, of Patchogue, made a brutal attack on his aged mother Friday afternoon, beating her and throwing her out of the house. Constable Merrich tried to arrest him, but he escaped and took to the woods.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 19, 1895, p. 1.
Leander Anderson died Friday at Ocean Side, near Rockville Center, of pneumonia. Three deaths have occurred in the family, the mother and two sons being the victims. The peculiar feature of the case is that all three died of pneumonia, and within a week of each other.
A Youth Beats His Mother
Charles Gerrity, of Patchogue, made a brutal attack on his aged mother Friday afternoon, beating her and throwing her out of the house. Constable Merrich tried to arrest him, but he escaped and took to the woods.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 19, 1895, p. 1.
Fell Off the Dock and Drowned
New York, 1895
Maggie Jones of Douglaston took little six-year-old Freddie Ellebrect fishing on Friday. The two went to the village dock. Little Freddie dropped his line, and soon there was a tug at the end. In the excitement that followed the lad fell overboard. He was pulled out by William Harper, Elf Brown and Michael Costin. The lad was rolled on a barrel, but could not be resuscitated. He died in a few minutes.
Upset the Doughnut Grease
Thomas Gorman, a baker employed in Muldoon's bakery at Long Island City, upset a cauldron of grease, in which he had been boiling doughnuts, early Monday morning. He was severely burned about the legs and body. He was taken to St. John's hospital. The grease caught fire and the fire department was called out to extinguish the flames.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 19, 1895, p. 1.
Maggie Jones of Douglaston took little six-year-old Freddie Ellebrect fishing on Friday. The two went to the village dock. Little Freddie dropped his line, and soon there was a tug at the end. In the excitement that followed the lad fell overboard. He was pulled out by William Harper, Elf Brown and Michael Costin. The lad was rolled on a barrel, but could not be resuscitated. He died in a few minutes.
Upset the Doughnut Grease
Thomas Gorman, a baker employed in Muldoon's bakery at Long Island City, upset a cauldron of grease, in which he had been boiling doughnuts, early Monday morning. He was severely burned about the legs and body. He was taken to St. John's hospital. The grease caught fire and the fire department was called out to extinguish the flames.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 19, 1895, p. 1.
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