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.
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