- AKA: Adelaide Ingersoll Grace Van Rensswlaer Gray (Faudree)
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- Eugene Gray and Mary Eva Wert are 5th cousins. Their common ancestors are Johann Frederick Getman and Maria Johanna Bierman.
- 1900 census, Ephratah, Fulton, NY, fam # 167 - Gray Ugean, b. Mar 1868, ae 32, married 5 yr, born in NY, parents born in NY, Farmer, rents his home; Eva, wife, b. Dec 1876, ae 23, married 5 yr, 1 child, 1 living, born in NY, parents born in NY; Lillian, daughter, b. Aug 1899, ae 9/12, born in NY; Solomon, father, b. Apr 1839, ae 71, widower, born in NY, parents born in NY; Dillen, brother, b. Dec 1876, ae 24, born in NY; Emma, sister, b. Mar 1861.
- 1910 census, Ephratah, Fulton, NY - Internet image unreadable - Indexed as - Gergins Gray, ae 41; Mary, ae 34; Lilian, ae 10; Addie, ae 8; Charles S, ae 5; Emma, ae 48; Dillon, ae 38.
- 1920 census, Ephratah, Fulton, NY, fam # 166 - Groy Eugene, owns his home with a mortgage, ae 52, born in NY, parents born in NY, Farmer - Dairy Farm; Mary E, wife, ae 44, born in NY, parents born in NY; Charles S, son, ae 14, born in NY; Addie, daughter, ae 13; Nellis, son, ae 9; Ralph W, son, ae 6; Martha daughter, ae 5; Harloen, son, ae 2 4/12; Dillon, brother, ae 48, born in NY; Wert Jennie, sister-in-law, ae 53, born in NY.
- 1930 census, Ephratah, Fulton, NY, fam # 97 - Gray Eugene, owns his home, ae 63, married at age 28, born in NY, parents born in NY, Farmer - General Farm; Mary E, wife, ae 54, married at age 19, born in NY, parents born in NY; Nellis, son, ae 19, born in NY; Ralph W, son, ae 16; Martah, daughter, ae 14; Harlan, son, ae 12.
- 1940 census, Ephratah, Fulton, NY, fam # 121 - Gray Eugene, owns his hme with a value of $800, ae 73, 8th grade, bonr in NY; Mary E, wife, ae 65, 3rd grade, born in NY; Ralph W, son, ae 26, 7th grade, born in NY, Farmer; Martha, daughter, ae 25, 7th grade; Harlan, son, ae 22, 7th grade, Farmer; Mary, grandaughter, ae 3, born in NY; Richard, grandson, ae 6; Henry, brother, ae 76, widower, 8th grade, born in NY. [- Obituary (The Morning Herald, Gloversville and Johnstown, NY, Saturday, October 26, 1946)
Eugene Gray, 79, died Wednesday night, October 23, 1946, at his home in Ephratah. He was born March 25, 1867, in the Town of Ephratah, a son of Solomon and Anna C Nellis Gray. He was a member of the Ephratah Reformed Church and I.O.O.F. The survivors are his wife; three daughters. Mrs. Lillian Knoblauch and Miss Martha Gray, Ephratah and Mrs. Ralph Haverly, Gloversville; four sons. Charles of Mayfield, Nellis, Ralph and Harlan of Ephratah: five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. The remains were brought to the Swartz funeral home and will be removed today to the Ephratah Reformed Church, where funeral services will be held at 2 o'clock. The Rev. Mr. Thomas will officiate. Burial will be In the Ephratah Rural Cemetery.
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- Eugene Gray and Mary Eva Wert are 5th cousins. Their common ancestors are Johann Frederick Getman and Maria Johanna Bierman.
- Obituary (Evening Recorder, Amsterdam, NY, Monday, April 18, 1955)
Mrs. Mary Eva Gray, 79, died suddenly Saturday noon at her home in the Town of Ephratah She was born in the Town of Caroga, Dcc. 25, 1875, the daughter of Charles and Mainda Bradt Wert.
She was married to Eugene Gray 58 years ago and had been a resident of this area for 65 years. Mrs. Gray was a member of the Ephratah Methodist Church.
She is survived by one daughter, Mrs. John Knoblack, four sons, Harlan, Nellis, Charles and Ralph, all of the Town of. Ephratah, eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held tomorrow at the Swartz Funeral Home at 1:30 p.m., with the Rev. Harry G. Pettengill of the Ephratah Methodist Church officiating. Burial will be in the Ephratah Rural Cemetery.- Legal Notice (The Leader-Herald, Gloversville and Johnstown, NY, Friday, July 15, 1955)
THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK
BY THE GRACE OE GOD, FREE AND INDEPENDENT
TO RICHARD GRAY and MARY GRAY CARR the heirs and next of kin. of MARY EVA GRAY, Deceased, SEND GREETING:
WHEREAS, Harlan Gray who resides at the Town of Ephratah, County of Fulton, N.Y., has lately applied in the Surrigate court of our county of Fulton, to have a certain instrument in writing dated April 21,, 1944 relating to both real and personal property, duly proved as the last Will and Testament of Mary Eva Gray, who was at the time of her death a resident of the Town of Ephratah. County of Fulton, deceased.
THEREFORE, You and each of you are cited to show cause before the surrogate's Court of our County of Fulton, at the chambers of the Surrogate in the city of Johnstown, N.Y., on the 8th day of August, one thousand nine hundred and fifty-five, at ten o'clock in the forenoon of that day why the said last Testament dated April 21, 1944 should not be admitted to probate as a Will of real and personal prioperty.
IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, we have caused the Seal of the surrogate's Court of said County of Fulton to be hereon affixed. WITNESS, HON. A. PAGE SMITH, Surrogate of our said County of Fulton, at the City of Johnstown in said county, the 20th day of June, one thouand, nine hundred and fifty-five.
BETTY H. LOTRIDGE,
Clerk of the Surrogate's Court
Marriage Notes for Eugene Gray and Mary Eva Wert
- Wedding Announcement (The Daily Leader, Gloversville, NY, Saturday, November, 23, 1895)
Eugene Gray of Ephratah and Miss Eva Wert of Bradtville were united in marriage at the residence of Norman Snell of Ephratah by Rev. P. Wilson. They will make Ephratah their future home.
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- 1930 census, Ephratah, Fulton, NY, fam # 273 - Beard Albert J, Dealer - Livestock; ... Gray Charles S, servant, ae 25, born in NY, parents born in NY, Laborer - Farm.
- 1940 census, Ephratah, Fulton, NY, fam # 47 - Beard Albert J, Cattle Dealer; ... Gray Charles, lodger, ae 33, no school, born in NY.- Obituary (Courier-Standard-Enterprise, Fort Plain, NY, October 26, 1976)
Charles S. Gray, 71, St. Johnsville RD 1, died early Wednesday morning in Little Falls Hospital, where he had been a patient the past 10 days.
Born in the Town of Ephratah Feb. 20, 1905, he was the son of Eugene and Mary Wert Gray. He never married and was a lifelong resident of Ephratah.
A meatcutter by trade, he had also been a dairy farmer most of his life, retiring about six years ago. He was of the Protestant faith. Survivors include three brothers, Harland Gray and Ralph Gray, both of St. Johnsville RD 1, and Nellis Gray, Nelliston; several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Funeral services were held Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Swartz Funeral Home, Fort Plain, with James Baker, lay pastor of the Ephratah Reformed Church, officiating. Interment was made in Ephratah Rural Cemetery.
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- Presumed to be the person GFG identifies as Helen.- Obituary (The Morning Herald, Gloversville and Johnstown, NY, Saturday, Frebruary 16, 1952)
Mrs. Ralph Haverly, 48, of 170 South Main Street died about 4:18 yesterday afternoon at her home following an illness of several months.
She was born in Ephratah but came to Gloversville about 28 years ago.
The survivors besides her husband are her mother, Mrs. Mary Eva Gray, Ephratah, two sisters, Mrs. John Knoblauch and Miss Martha Gray, Ephratah; four brothers, Charles, Nellis, Ralph and Harlan Gray. Ephratah; several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held Monday afternoon at 2 at the Eugene Hollenbeck Jr. funeral home, 4 Second avenue Rev. George H. Phelps Jr. of the First Presbyterian church will officiate. Interment will be in Prospect Hill cemetery.
- 1915 NYS census, Amsterdam (Ward 1), Herkimer, fam # 45 - Clark James H, ae 43, born in US, Molder; Mary L, wife, ae 30, bonr in US; Havelry Ralph E, nephew, ae 16, born in US; Humphrey James, father-in-law, ae 63, bonr in US, Laborer - General; Morford Jane A, mother, ae 90, bonr in US.
- 1920 census, Amsterdam (Ward 6), Montgomery, NY, (81 Union St) fam # 212 - Haverly Ralph E, rents his home, born in NY, parents born in NY, Foreman - Knitting Mill; Arlene, wife, ae 18, born in NY, father born in Armenia (?), mother born in NY, Collurette (?) - Knitting Mill; Kenneth J, son, ae 1 1/12, bonr in NY; Kannlen Elizabeth, mother-in-law, ae 51, widow, born in NY, parents born in Ireland.
- 1930 census, Gloversville, Fulton, NY, (14 Cottage Street) fam # 103 - Rossman Reuben; ... Haverly Ralph, roomer, ae 45, married at age 41, born in NY, parents born in NY, Salesman - Pocket Book Factory; Addie, roomer, ae 30, married at age 27, born in NY, parents born in NY.
- Where were they during the 1940 census ?- Funeral Announcement (Leader - Herald, Gloversville - Johnstown, NY, Thursday, Novemeber 12, 1974)
BROADALBIN - A prayer service for Ralph Haverly was held at 9 yesterday morning from Halgas Funeral Home followed by a Mass of christian burial at St. Joseph's Church with Rev. Aurelus Gariepy, pastor as celebrant.
Bearers were Joseph Riley, Robert Halgas, William Larson and William Breen.
Burial was in Prospect Hill Cemetery, Gloversville.
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Marriage Notes for Nellis Gray and Katherine Mabel Schneider
- Wedding Announcement (Evening Recorder, Amsterdam, NY, Wednesday, January 16, 1946)
Miss Katherine Mabel Schneider, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Schneider of Currytown, and Nellls Gray, son of Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Gray, of Ephratah, were martried Saturday afternoon at 1:30 at the parsonage of the Currytown Reformed Church. The Rev. Harry A. Eliason, pastor of the church, performed the ceremony. Miss Laura Schneider, sister of the bride, and Raymond Schneider, her brother, both of Fort Plain, were the attendants.
The bride wore a blue crepe dress with black accessories and her maid of honor wore brown crepe with brown accessories. Those attending the ceremony and the reception which followed at the home of the bride's parents, were Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Schneider, her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Edwards, Ephratah, Mrs. Raymond Schneider and son, Norman, Mrs. Anthony D'Arcangelis and son, Paul; Mrs. R. W. Edwards, Mrs. Robert Abeling and son, Robert, of Fort Plain, Miss Helen Scott of Sharon Springs.
The bride has been employed at the Beech-Nut Packing Company here and the bridegroom is engaged in farming with John Edwards, St. Johnsville, where they will live.
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- Obituary (Courier-Standard-Enterprise, Fort.Plain, NY, Dec 9, 1980)
Harlan Gray, 83, St, Johnsville RD#1, (Ephratah) died early Thursday evening in Little Falls Hospital where he had been a patient for about two months. Born Oct 15, 1917, in the Town of Ephratah, he was a son of Eugene and Mary Eva Wert Gray and a lifetime resident of the area. He was always self employed as a dairy farmer, Mr. Gray was a member of the Ephratah Rod and Gun Club and a former member of the Ephratah Volunteer Fire Department. He is survived by two brothers, Ralph Gray, St. Johnsville RDl, and Nellis Gray, Nelliston. Funeral services were held Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Swartz Funeral Home, Inc., Fort Plain, with the Rev. Clair Carpenter, pastor of Ephratah United Methodist Church, officiating. Burial will be in Ephratah Rural Cemetery in the spring.
- His parentage of Richard and Mary is suspected as a result of the following legal notice. [WG]- Legal Notice (The Leader-Herald, Gloversville and Johnstown, NY, Friday, July 15, 1955)
THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK
BY THE GRACE OE GOD, FREE AND INDEPENDENT
TO RICHARD GRAY and MARY GRAY CARR the heirs and next of kin. of MARY EVA GRAY, Deceased, SEND GREETING:
WHEREAS, Harlan Gray who resides at the Town of Ephratah, County of Fulton, N.Y., has lately applied in the Surrigate court of our county of Fulton, to have a certain instrument in writing dated April 21,, 1944 relating to both real and personal property, duly proved as the last Will and Testament of Mary Eva Gray, who was at the time of her death a resident of the Town of Ephratah. County of Fulton, deceased.
THEREFORE, You and each of you are cited to show cause before the surrogate's Court of our County of Fulton, at the chambers of the Surrogate in the city of Johnstown, N.Y., on the 8th day of August, one thousand nine hundred and fifty-five, at ten o'clock in the forenoon of that day why the said last Testament dated April 21, 1944 should not be admitted to probate as a Will of real and personal prioperty.
IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, we have caused the Seal of the surrogate's Court of said County of Fulton to be hereon affixed. WITNESS, HON. A. PAGE SMITH, Surrogate of our said County of Fulton, at the City of Johnstown in said county, the 20th day of June, one thouand, nine hundred and fifty-five.
BETTY H. LOTRIDGE,
Clerk of the Surrogate's Court
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- 1900 census, Johnstown (Ward 1) Fulton, NY, (114 Water Street) fam # 429 - Putman Harvey, b. Sep 1863, ae 36, married 5 yr, born in NY, parents born in NY, Brick Layer, rents his home; Mary E, wife, b. Mar 1865, ae 35, married 5 yr, no children, born in NY, parents born in NY.
- 1910 census, Johnstown, (Ward 2) Fulton, NY, (203 North Perry Street) fam # 65 - Purman Harvey, ae 46, married 2 times, married 14 yr, born in NY, parents born in NY; Mason - House, owns his home with a mortgage; Mry e, wife, ae 45, married 1 time, married 14 yr, 2 children, 2 living, born in NY, parents born in NY; Edison E, son, ae 8, born in NY; Lillian, boarder, ae 28, born in NY, parents born in NY, Hemmer - Knitting Mill.
- 1920 census, Johnstown, (Ward 2), Fulton, NY, (203 North Perry) fam # 16 - Putman Harvey, owns his home without a mortgage, ae 56, born in NY, parents born in NY, Mason - House; Mary e, wife, ae 54, born in NY, parents born in NY; Edison D, son, ae 18, born in NY; Lillian, boarder, ae 37, boarder, born in NY, parents born in NY, Glove Hemmer - Shop.
- 1930 census, Johnstown, Fulton, NY, fam # 94 - Putman Harvey, owns his home with a value of $4000, owns a radio, ae 66, widower, born in NY, parents born in NY, Mason - Brick Laying; John S, brother, ae 62, widower, born ini NY, Cutter - Gloves.- Obituary (The Morning Herald, Gloversville and Johnstown, NY, Monday, October 30, 1933)
HARVEY PUTMAN, 203 No. Perry St. was found dead in his automobile yesterday afternoon at 2 p.m. The auto was parked in the garage under his camp which is located near the Batchellerville bridge. Death was accidental and is attributed to monoxide gas poisoning.
The body was found by Jacob Burton of this city. Dr. J. Edward Grant, of Northville, health officer, was called to examine the body. It is believed that he died Saturday afternoon between 4 and 5.
Mr. Putman, who was 70 years of age, was born in Ephratah September 24, 1863, the son of Hiram R. Putman and Mary Ellen Gray Putman. He had resided in Johnstown 45 years.
Mr. Putman, who was a mason by trade, was a painstaking and skilled workman and his many friends and acquaintances will be shocked to learn of his passing. He was a member of the First Baptist church of this city.
The survivors are two brothers, George H. and John of Johnstown; a sister, Mrs. Arthur Maxfield of Gloversville, and a grandson.
The funeral will be held Wednesday afternoon at 2 from the Alpaugh Funeral Home. Rev. Harlow W. Parsons, pastor of the First Baptist church, will officiate. Interment will be made in Fern Dale Cemetery.- Funeral Announcement (The Morning Herald, Gloversville, and Johstown, NY, Thursday, November 2, 1933)
The funeral ot Harvey Putman, former resident, who was found dead in his automobile, parked in the garage underneath his Summer home, at Batchellerville bridge, Sunday afternoon at 3, death being accidental and due to inhaling monoxide gas, was held at the H. P. Alpaugh Funeral Parlor yesterday afternoon at 2. Rev. Harlow W. Parsons, pastor of the First Baptist church, officiated. There were many floral tributes.
The bearers were George Howerth, William McClain, Jacob Burton, Sr. and William Edwards. Interment was made in Fern Dale cemetery.
BIRTH: Also shown as Born 5 Mar 1865
- Obituary (The Mornign Herald, Gloversville and Johstown, NY, Tuesday, April 27, 1926)
Edison Deusler Putman, son of Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Putman, 203 North Perry street, passed away at his home last night at 9:30. Although he had been ill for the last six years he was able to be about until two weeks ago when he was taken with an attack of influensn. Since then he has been growing worse.
He was bom in the home in which he passed away on August, 27, 1901. He has always made his home in this city and is well and favorably known. He was Just about to graduate from the Johnstown High School when he was first taken ill.
All during his illness he maintained a cheerfulness that marked the excellent character he had always displayed when he was well. His passing will bring sorrow to the many friends he had among the younger people in the city.
The funeral will be strictly private to relatives and will be held on Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Friends may view the remains Thursday morning from 10 to 12 o'clock. Rev. C M. Sturgess, D. D. pastor of the First Methodist Church will offlciate. Burial will be made In the family plot in the Fern Dale cemetery.
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- 1900 census, Johnstown, NY, (101 Byard) fam # 433 - Putman John, b. Oct 1868, ae 31, married 2 yr, born in NY, parents born inNY, Glove Cutter, rents hi shome; Lefa, wife, b. Nov 1879, ae 20, married 2 yr, born in NY, parents born in NY.
- 1910 census, Johnstown (Ward 2) Fulton, NY, ($ Beaver Street) fam # 358 - Putman John s, ae 42, married 10 yr, born i n NY, parents born inNY, Partner - Lunch Room, rents hi shome; Lefa, wife, ae 27, married 10 yr, 1 child, 1 living, born in NY, parents born in NY; Marion K, daughter, ae 2, born in NY.
- 1915 NYS census, Johnstown (Ward 2), Fulton, NY, (127 1/2 North Perry) - He was living with his parents. The children were not with him.
- Where was he dureing the 1920 census ?
- 1930 census, Johnstown, Fulton, NY, fam # 94 - Living with his brother Harvey.- Obituary (The Morning Herald, Gloversville and Johnstown, NY, Tuesday, June 3, 1941)
John S. Putman, 74, retired glove cutter and well known musician, was found dead in bed in his room at 4 West Main street, last evening at about 7:30. It is believed that he had been dead for about seven days.
Mr. Putman's absence about town had not been noticed during the past few days and last evening one of his friends asked Police Officer Frank Komornik to investigate. The officer went to Mr. Putman's room and on entering found the body on the bed. Coroner Frank G. Calder was called and expressed his belief that he had died in his sleep from a heart attack.
Mr. Putman was born October 10, 1866 at Ephratah, the son of Hiram R. and Mary E. Gray Putman. For many years he gave lessons on the violin and banjo and on many occasions played these instruments at social events in this city. He
was a member of Cayadutta Lodge, 218, I. O. O. F.
He is survived by one daughter, Mrs. William E. Michelfelder of Hempstead, Long Island; one son, John D. Putman of Syracuse; one sister, Mrs. Elizabeth Maxfield of of Gloversville and one brother, George H. Putman of this city.
The body was taken to the Buchanan funeral home, to be prepared for interment, and funeral arrangements will be announced later.
- Obituary (The Morning Herald, Gloversville and Johnstown, NY, Tuesday, September 8, 1914)
The death of Mrs. Lefa Kilmer, wife of John S. Putman of 2 Beaver street, occured Saturday morning at seven o'clock at St. Peter's Hospital, Albany. Death followed a lingering illness of several months duration. Mrs. Putman had been undergoing treatment at the hospital since May last and had been at home here but a few weeks during that time. About six years ago she suffered form a severe fall which affected her spine.
The deceased. who was in the thirty-fifth year of her age, was born in this city, the daughter of Mr, and Mrs. Alexander Kilmer. She passed pracitically her entire life here and greatly endeared herself to a large circle of; aquaintances by her lovable disposion and cheerful manner. She was a devoted member of the United Presbytertan church and of the Phllalhea class of that church and active in every plan to further the interests of either. She is survived by her husband, a daughter. Marion, son John D., her mother, Mrs. Alexander Kilmer; three brothers Lansing, Guy and Alexander all of this city; two sisters, Mrs. Maggie Church and Mrs. James Newnham of this city and a half-sister, Mrs, Wilcox of Syracuse.
The funeral will he held at the late home this afternoon at 1 o clock. Rev. James A, Williamson. D. D. retired pastor of the United Presbyterian church, will officiate and interment wil he made in the family plot at Fern Dale.
Marriage Notes for John Sherman Putman and Lefa Kilmer
- Wedding Announcement (The Johnstown Daily Republican, NY, Thursday, May 4, 1899)
A wedding, of interest to many Johnstown friends, transpired last evening, at the Fremont street Methodist Episcopal church parsonage, in Gloversville, Rev. E. H. Brown officiating. The contracting parities were John S. Putman and Miss Lefa Kilmer, bout of this clity and the ceremony was performed quietly in the presence of the customary witnesses. The bride is a daughter of Officer and Mrs. Alex. Kilmer, and has mauy friends, who will wish her much joy, throughout life. The grooom is a well-known musician of this city. He is cannected with the Johnstown City band, and is the manager of Putman's orchestra. He has many frilends, both in this city and Gloversville. who will extend hearty congratulations and best wishes for happiness and prosperity. Mr. and Mrs. Putman wail reside at the corner of Byard and Dove streets, in this city, when they will be at home to their many friends.
- 1920 census, Johnstown (Ward 2), Fulton, NY, (1 Beaver St) fam # 62, Kilmer Alex, owns his home with a mortgage, ae 31, born in NY, parents born in NY, Foreman - Glove Factory; Church Maggie, sister, ae 44, born in NY, Teacher - Public School; Putman Marion, niece, ae 10, born in NY, parents, born in NY. [liivng with her uncle Alex Kilmer]
- 1930 census, Johnstown, Fulton, NY, (208 N Chase) fam # 228 - Newnham James A, owns his home with a value of $5000, owns a radio, ae 51, married at age 33, born in England, parents born in England, immigrated in 1888, Cutter - Gloves; Olive, wife, ae 40, married at age 23, born in NY, parents born in NY, Silker - Gloves; Putnam (sic) Marion K, niece, ae 22, born in NY, parents born in NY, Teacher - Public School; John D, nephew, ae 19, Trimmer - Gloves.- Newspaper Article (The Morning Herald, Gloversville and Johnstown, NY, Tuesday, July 30, 1939)
George Burden, Jr. 105 Prindle avenue, and Robert Hughes, 3 Prindle avenue, have returned from spending some time in Hempstead, Long Island. They visited the World's Fair and at the homes of M r . and Mrs. William Michelfelder, Mrs. David Adams and Miss Barbara Sehriner, former residents. Mrs. Mirhelfelder is the former Miss Marion Putman of Johnstown.
- 1940 census, Hempstead, Nassau, NY, (54 Cameron Ave) fam # 132 - Michelfelbers (?) William, ae 32, 5 yr college, born in NY, Public Office Manager - NY Telephone; Marion, wife, ae 32, 4 yr college, born in NY.
- Where was he during the 1920 census ?
- 1930 census, Johnstown, Fulton, NY, (208 N Chase) fam # 228 - Newnham James A, owns hi shome with a value of $5000, owns a radio, ae 51, married at age 33, born in England, parents born in England, immigrated in 1888, Cutter - Gloves; Olive, wife, ae 40, married at age 23, born in NY, parents born in NY, Silker - Gloves; Putnam (sic) Marion K, niece, ae 22, bornin NY, parents born in NY, Teacher - Public School; John D, nephew, ae 19, Trimmer - Gloves.
- 1940 census, Syracuse, Onondaga, NY, (814 E Fayette St) Putnam (sic) John D, lodger, ae 29, 2 yr college, born in NY, Roof Mechanic - Construction.
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- 1900 census, Marshall (Ward 1), Calhoun, MI, (216 Division Street) fam # 2 - Lepper Van Antwerp, b. Dec 1859, ae 40, married 12 yr, bonr in MI, parents born in NY, Dry Goods, rents his home; Francis E, wife, b. Nov 1866, ae 33, married 12 yr, 2 children, 1 living, born in MI, father born in Germany, mother born in MI; Louise A, daughter, b. Dec 1893, ae 6, born in MI; Charlotte M, daughter, b. Dec 1883, ae 16, born in MI, parents born inMI; Lucy M, daughter, b. Jun 1886, ae 14. [neighbor of his parents]
- 1910 census, Marshall (Ward 1) Calhoun, MI, (224 Division Street) fam # 64 - Lepper Van Antwerp, ae 50, married 2 times, married 22 yr, born in MI, father bonr in NY, mother born in MI, Salesman - Retail Dry Goods, owns his home without a mortgage; Frances E, wife, ae 42, married 1 time, married 22 yr, 2 children, 1 living, born in MI, father born in Germany, mother bonr in MI; Louise A, daughter, ae 16, born in MI; Lucy M, daughter, ae 24, Type Writer - Medical Mail Order.
- 1920 census, Keeler, Van Buren, MI, fam # 46 - Living with their son-in-law, Nathan Simpson.
- Where was she during the 1880 census ?
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- Where was she during the 1920 census ?
- 1930 census, Manhattan (Dist. 257), New York, NY, (115 16th Street) fam # 227 - Shaw Arthur, rents his home, owns a radio, ae 36, married at age 32, born in ME, parents born in ME, Salesman - National Biscuit; Lucy, wife, ae 38, married at age 34, born inMI, parents born in MI, Secretary - Bankinig.
- 1940 census, Lincoln, Lincoln, NM, fam # 86 - Shaw Arthur K, ae 42, 12th grade, born in ME, Maintence Supervison - NYA Camp; Lucy Leeper (sic), wife, ae 54, 4 yr college, born in MI, Camp Director - NYA Camp.
- 1940 census, Jacksonville, Duval, FL, (1336 Mayfair Road) fam # 151 - Living with her son-in-law, Nathan Simpson.
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- 1920 census, Ephratah, Fulton, NY, fam # 138 - Living with her daughter.- Obituary (The Morning Herald, Gloversville and Johnstown, NY, Monday, October 23, 1933)
Mrs. Henrietta M. Smith, 70, a lifelong resident of the town of Ephratah, died at her home Friday. She was born on April 8, 1863 a daughter ot William Kneaskern and Sarah Soules Kneaskern.
The survivors are one daughter, Hattie Rouse and two granddaughters, Ephratah; one brother, Benjamin Kneaskern, Fort Plain.
The funeral will be held Tuesday at 1:30 P. M. at the home and 2 P. M. at the Ephratah Methodist church of which she was a member. Rev. Johnson officiating. Interment will be made in the Ephratah cemetery.- Obituary (The Morning Herald, Gloversville and Johnstown, Tuesday, October 24, 1933)
Mrs. Henrietta Kneeskern Smith, widow of Stephen Smith, lifelong resident of Ephratah, passed away at her home in that village Friday night at 9:30. Death was due to heart trouble.
Mrs. Smith was 70 years of age.
The surviving relatives are a daughter, Mrs. Hettie Rouse, two grand daughters Katherine and Carrie Rouse ot Ephratah besides several nieces and nephews.
The funeral will be held today and interment will be in the Ephratah cemetery.
- 1900 census, Ephratah, Fulton, NY, fam # 66 - Smith Steven, b. May 1860, ae 40, married 18 yr, bonr in NY, parents born in NY, Farmer, owns his home with a mortgage; Etta, wife, b. Apr 1963, ae 37, married 18 yr, 1 child, 1 living, born in NY, parents born in NY; Hettie, daughter, b. Dec 1863 (sic), ae 16, born in NY, parents born in NY, Glove Maker; Archibald, father, b. May 1832, ae 68. married 43 yr, born in NY, parents born in NY; Kathern, mother, b. Mar 1839, ae 61, married 43 yr, 6 children, 4 living, born in NY, parents born in NY.
- 1910 census, Ephratah, Fulton, NY, fam # 92 - Smith Stephen, ae 51, married 27 yr, born in NY, parents born in NY, Farmer - General, rents his home; Henrietta, wife, ae 47, married 27 yr, 1 child, 1 living, born in NY, parents born in NY; Hettie, daughter, ae 25, bonrin NY; Archibald, father, ae 79, married 53 yr, bonr in NY, parents born in NY; Catern, mother, ae 71, married 53 yr, 4 children, 2 living, born in NY, parents born in NY.
- 1920 census, Ephratah, Fulton, NY, fam # 138 - Smith Stephen A, owns his home without a mortgage, ae 61, born in NY, parents born in NY, Farmer - Dairy; Henretta M, wife, ae 56, born in NY, parents born in NY, Glove maker - at home; Rouse Hettie, daughter, ae 35, widow, born in NY, Glove Maker - at home; Catherine E, grandaughter, ae 5, born in NY, parents born in NY; Carry M, grandaughter, ae 5.
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- 1900 census, Palatine, Montgomery, NY, fam # 2 - Kneeskern Benj, b. Dec 1865, ae 34, married 15 yr, born in NY, parents born in NY, Farmer, rents his home; Libbie, wife, b. Feb 1865, ae 35, married 15 yr, 5 children, 5 living, born in NY, parents born in NY; William, son, b. Jan 1886, ae 14, born in NY; Stephen, son,b. Aug 1887, ae 12; Charley, son, b. jan 1890, ae 10; Hurby, son, b. Mar 1893, ae 7; Nettie, daughter, b. May 1896, ae 4.
- 1910 census, Ephratah, Fulton, NY, fam # 48, Kneeskern Benjamin, ae 45, married 2 times, married 2 yr, born in NY, parents born in NY, Farmer - General, owns his home with a mortgage; Carrie, wife, married 1 time, ae 22, married 2 yr, born in NY, parents born in NY; Stephen, son, ae 22, born in NY, parents born in NY, Farmer - General; Herbert, son, ae 17; Nettie, daughter, ae 13.
- 1920 census, Ephratah, Fulton, NY, fam # 81 - Kneeskern Benjamin E, owns his home without a mortgage, ae 53, born in NY, parents born in NY, Farmer - Dairy; Carrie, wife, ae 37, born in NY, parents born in NY, Glove Maker - at home; Stephen, son, ae 31, born in NY, Farm Laborer - Home Farm; Polmateer Clyde, son-in-law, ae 23, born in NY, parents born in NY, Glove Maker - at home; Nellie, [step]daughter, ae 28, born in NY, parents born in NY, Farm Laborer - Working Out; Margaret E, grandaughter, ae 3/12, born in NY. [evidently Nettie and Clyde have the occupation reversed]
- 1930 census, Minden, Montgomery, NY, fam # 47 - Kneeskern Benjamin, owns hi shome with a value of $500, owns a radio, ae 65, first married at age 20, born in NY, parents born in NY, Farmer - General; Carrie, wife, ae 47, first married at age 25, born in NY, parents born in NY; Stephen, son, ae 41, born in NY, parents born in NY, Truck Driver - private Company.- Obituary (The Morning Herald, Gloversville and Johnstown, NY, Tuesday, September 17, 1935)
FORT PLAIN—Benjiman Kneeskern, aged 69 years, died Sunday at his home in the Dutchtown section of this town. Mr. Kneeskern was born at Ephratah, December 15, 1865, the son of William and Sarah Soules Kneeskern. He was twice married, his first wife being Elisabeth Smith, who died some years ago. The second wife, who was Carrie Mowrey, survives with three sons, Steven and Charles Kneeskern of Fort Plain and Herbert Kneeskern of St Johnsville; one daughter Mrs. Clyde Palamteer of St Johnsville and nine grandchildren. The funeral will be held from the late home on Wednesday at 3 P. M. Daylight Saving time, the Rev. E. R. Krulzenga, pastor of the Fort Plain Reformed church officiating. Mr. Kneeskern was a member of the Ephratah Reformed church. Interment will be made in the Rural cemetery at Ephratah.
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- GFG - A (?)
- 1917 - He resided in Ephratah, NY when he registered for the WWI draft (June 5, 1917). He was self employed as a farmer and unmarried.
- 1920 census, Ephratah, Fulton, NY, fam # 81 - Living with his parents.
- 1930 census, Minden, Montgomery, NY, fam # 47 - Living with his parents.
- 1940 census, Ephratah, Fulton, NY, (Route 67) fam # 3 -Divorced and living with his brother-in-law, Clyde Polmateer.- Obituary (Courier-Standard-Enterprise, Fort Plain, NY, June 1, 1976)
Stephen Kneeskern, 87, St. Johnsville RD 1, (Ephratah), died Monday evening in Wells House, Johnstown, where he had been a patient for nearly one year.
Born Aug. 29, 1888, in the Town of Palatine, he was a son of Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Kneeskern. He had resided for most of his life in the Town of Ephratah with the exception of approximately 20 years prior to 1945, when he lived in Fort Plain and was employed in the R. V. Nellis Coal Yard. He later returned to Ephratah and was last employed by the New York State Highway Department, retiring over 20 years ago.
The only survivors are four nephews and five nieces.
Funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Swartz Funeral Home, Fort Plain. Interment will be made in Ephratah Rural Cemetery. Calling hours at the funeral home are Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.
- Obituary (The Leader-Herald, Gloversville, and Johnstown, NY, Monday, August 28, 1972)
Mrs. Carrie Kneeskern, 90, of 447 North Main Street, died at 9:20 Saturday night at Turpin's Grand Haven Nursing Home where she had been a patient since June 1.
Mrs. Kneeskern was in failing health for the last several years. Bom on April 10, 1882, in Garoga in the Town of Ephratah, she was the daughter of Anson and Maria Gray Mowrey.
Her husband, Benjamin, died in 1935.
Mrs. Kneeskern was a member of the Emmanuel Baptist Church.
She is survived by one sister, Mrs. Celia McLean of Gloversville; one brother, Roy Mowrey of Johnstown RD 2; one stepdaughter, Mrs. Nettie Palmateer of Ephratah; one stepson, Stephen Kneeskern of Gloversville and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
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- Ellsworth Getman and Ladora Soules are 3rd cousins 2 times removed. Their common ancestors are Johann Frederick Getman and Maria Johanna Bierman.
- 1930 census, Ephratah, Fulton, NY, fam # 11 - Getman Dora, rents her home, ae 59, widow, born in NY, parents born in NY; Wert David A, boarder, ae 31, married at age 30, born in NY, parents born in NY, glove Cutter - Leather Mill; Edna M, boarder, ae 24, married at age 23, born in NY, parents born in NY, Glover - Knitting Mill.- Funeral Announcement (Amsterdam Evening Recorder, Monday, January 5, 1953)
Funeral services will be conducted tomorrow at the Swartz funeral home at 2 p.m. for Mrs. Dora Getman, 82, who died Saturday evening at her home at Ephratah after an illness of three weeks. She was born in Roseboom, Otsego County, Aug. 28, 1870, the daughter of Benjamin and Lucila Kneenskern Soules. Before the death of her husband on Jan. 19, 1926, the couple had conducted a farm at Ephratah. She was a member of the Ephratah Methodist Church. She is survived by one foster son, David Wert, Ephratah one brother, Frank Soules, St. Johnsville; one niece; one nephew. The Rev. Harry G. Pettingill, pastor of the Ephratah Methodist Church, will officiate. Interment will be in the Ephratah Rural Cemetery.
- GFG - B 218
- Ellsworth Getman and Ladora Soules are 3rd cousins 2 times removed. Their common ancestors are Johann Frederick Getman and Maria Johanna Bierman.
- He and his wife were living with his brother Clark during the 1900 census.
- 1910 census, Ephratah, Fulton, NY, fam # 40 - Getman Ellsworth, ae 48, married 17 yr, born in NY, parents born in NY, Farmer - General Farm; Dora, wife, ae 39, married 17 yr, no children, born in NY, parents born in NY.
- 1920 census, Ephratah, Fulton, NY, fam # 125 - Getman Elsworth, owns his home without a mortgage, ae 57, born in NY, parents born in NY, Farmer - Dairy Farm; Ladora, wife, ae 49, born in NY, parents born in NY.- Obituary (Amsterdam Evening Recorder, Wednesday, January 20, 1926)
Fort Plain, Jan. 20th ~ Ellsworth Getman, aged 62, a widely known farmer, died last evening at 6:30 o'clock at his home in Ephratah. Mr. Getman was engaged in his farm duties when suddenly stricken with a heart attack and died soon after reaching the house. He was a son of Joshua and Catherine Lampman Getman, and had always resided in Ephratah. Thirty-three years ago he married Miss. Dora Soules by whom he is survived; an adopted son, David Wert; two brothers, Clark, of Fonda, and James, of Nelliston, and a sister, Mrs. Anna Snell, of St. Johnsville. The funeral will be held at the home Friday afternoon at l o'clock, the Rev. J. G. Masell, pastor of the Ephratah Methodist church, officiating. Interment will be made in the Ephratah cemetery.
8077. Franklin Benjamin Soules
- 1920 census, St Johnsville, Montgomery, NY, (18 William Street) fam # 254 - Soules Frank B, owns his home with a mortgage, ae 38, born in NY, parents born in NY, Postal Clerk - US Government; Chloe, wife, ae 36, born in NY, parents born in NY, Inspector - Knitting Mill; Franklin W, son, ae 13, born in NY; Roscoe, son, ae 8; Benjamin F, father, ae 77, Widower, born in NY, parents born in NY.
- 1930 census, St Johnsville, Montgomery, NY, (18 William Street) fam # 26 - Soules Franklin, owns his home with a value of $1400, ae 48, married 23 yr, born in NY, parents born in NY, Letter Carrier - Post Office; Chloe, wife, ae 46, married at age 21, born in NY, parents born in NY; Franklin, son, ae 23, born in NY; Roscoe, son, ae 18; Dora, daughter, ae 16; Benjamin, father, ae 87, born in NY, parents born in NY.
- 1940 census, St Johnsville, Montgomery, NY, (18 William Street) fam # 189 - Soules Franklyn, owns his home with a value of $1400, ae 59, 8th grade, born in NY, Mail Carrier - Post Office; Chloe, wife, ae 57, 6th grade, born in NY; Roscoe, son, ae 28, 4 yr HS, born in NY, Truck Driver - town Highway Department; Dora, daughter, ae 24, 4 yr HS, Sock Liner - Felt Shoe Factory.- Obituary (Evening Recorder, Amsterdam, NY, Tuesday, February 20, 1962)
ST. JOHNSVILLE — Frank B. Soules, 81, of 18 William St, died Sunday afternoon in Little Falls Hospital He had been in the hospital 10 days.
He was born March 29, 1880, in Ephratah, son of Benjamin and Lucille Kneeskern Soules, and had spent a large part of his life in St. Johnsville, moving here 63 years ago. During all of his residence here, Soules lived on William St.
He clerked in local stores, as a young man, and subsequently entered the employ of the Post Office, serving for many years as a village carrier and later as a clerk.
Soules married Chloe Monk in 1906 and she died April 19, 1946.
He was a member of the Methodist Church.
Surviving are one son. Roscoe E. Soules of St. Johnsville; one daughter, Mrs. Dora L. Kretser, also of this village, and three grandchildren.
The funeral will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. from the Smith funeral home. The Rev. Charles Montgomery, pastor of the Methodist Church, will officiate, and the body will be placed in the vault here, for buirial in West St. Johnsville Cemetery this Spring.BURIAL: Also shown as Buried Prospect View Cemetery, St Johnsville, Montgomery, New York.
- Obituary (Evening Recorder, Amsterdam, NY, Monday, April 22, 1946)
Mrs. Chloe Monk Soules, 63, wife of Frank Soules. William Street, died Friday night in Little Falls Hospital after an illness of only 24 hours.
Mrs. Soules was taken ill on the night of Holy Thursday as she attended a union service of worship in the Methodist Church. She was obliged to leave the service and suffered a stroke while walking home. She was removed to the hospital and did not regain consciousness.
Mrs. Soules was born Lasselsville, Fulton County on September 29, 1883, a daughter of Marshall Monk and Emma Butler Monk. She spent most of her life in St. Johnsville.
She was a member of the Methodist Church and its Delta A-- Class, the Community Club Rebekahs. King's Daughters and the Firemen's Auxiliary, she was active in all of these groups and she frequently served as chairman of supper committees and headed other endeavors.
Surviving are the husband, one daughter, Mrs. Donald Kretser and one son, Roscoe Soules, one sister, Mrs. Seward Countryman all of this village; also three grandchildren and nine nieces and nephews.
The funeral was held this afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Smith funeral home. The Rev L. Allen Smith of the Methodist church officiated. Burial was in West St. Johnsville
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- Newspaper Article (Amsterdam Evening Recorder, NY, Wednesday, July 31, 1929)
St Johnsville ... Franklin Soules, Jr., left Saturday for Raybrook Sanatorium, where he will remain several weeks for treatment. [Raybrook was an Adirondack Tuberculosis Sanatorium]- Obituary (Enterprise and News, St Johnsville, NY, Wednesday, October 26, 1932)
Franklin Soules, Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. Franklin Soules, Sr. passed away at the home of his parents Monday afternoon. He had been ill for many months and had been confined to his room since November 3, 1931. He was born in St. Johnsville December 27, 1906 and hadd always lived in this village. He attended the local high school and was unable to finish his education on account of ill health. He spent more than a year at Raybrook in and effort to regain his health and seemed much improved upon his return. He was a young manof excellent charachter and has many friends in the village who had hoped that he would regain his health.
He is survived by his parents and by one brother Roscoe Soules and one sister Miss Dora Soules all of this village and two aunts, Mrs. Dora Getman of Ephratah and Mrs. Seward Countryman of this village.
Funeral services will be held privately at the home Thursday afterenoon at two o'clock, Rev. R. B. Fishbeck of the Methodist church and Rev. H. E. Christiana of the Reformed church officiating. Burial will be made in West St. Johnsville.
Friends are to call Wednesday afternoon and evening.
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- 1940 census, Gloversville, Fulton, NY, (153 West Street) fam # 2 - Living with her brother, Clark Snell.Obituary (The Morning Herald, Gloversville and Johnstown, NY, Thursday, May 1, 1947)
Mrs. Clara M. Weatherston, 70, of 153 West street, well known local resident, died last night at 6 in the Amsterdam City Hospital, where she had been a patient a short time. She had been ill some time. She was the widow of James B. Weatherston.
Mrs. Weatherston was born August 5, 1876, in Ephratah, where she spent, the greater part of her life. She took up her residence in Gloversvilie about 18 years ago, where she was a member of the First Methodist church.
The survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Michael Sturm and Mrs. George Farhart; one son, John J. Weatherston; one brother, Clark Snell, and one grandchild, all of Gloversville.
The body was brought to the Kennedy funeral home, 150 South Main street. The funeral arrangements will be announced.
- 1920 census, Ephratah, Fulton, NY, Weatherston James F, own shi shome with a mortgage, ae 46, immigrated in 1903, born in Scotland, parents born in Scotland, Farmer - General; Clara M, wife, ae 43, born in NY, parents born in NY, Glove maker - at home; John J, son, ae 6, born in NY; Catherine E, daughter, ae 4 2/12; Margaret, daughter, ae 2 11/12; Snell Clark, brother-in-law, ae 47, born in NY, Manufacturer - Glove.
- 1930 census, Gloversville, Fulton, NY, (153 West) fam # 314 - Snell Clark N, lodger (?) owns his home with a value of $6000, owns a radio, ae 55, born in NY, parents born in NY; Weatherstone James F, ae 55m married at age 37, born in Scotland, parents born in Scotland; Clara, wife, ae 52, married at age 34, born in NY, parents born in NY; Emma, daughter, ae 14, bonr in NY; Margaret, daughter, ae 12.- Funeral Announcement (The Morning Herald, Gloversville and Johnstown, NY, Wednesday, November 7, 1934)
Funeral services for James F. Weatherston will be held tomorrow afternoon at 2:30 at the Kennedy funeral home, 150 South Main street. Rev. Fred L. Decker, D. D., pastor of the First Methodist church, will officiate. Interment will be made in the family plot in the Epsratah cemetery.
- GFG - A 1560
- Obituary (The Leader-Herald, Gloversville-Johnstown, NY, March 21, 2014)
Mrs. Margaret Farhart, 96, of Gloversville, passed away March 14, 2014, following a brief illness.
She was born September 21, 1917, in Gloversville, daughter of the late James and Clara Snell Weatherston. Margaret graduated from Gloversville High School and was a self-employed hair stylist her entire life. "Peggy," as she was known, operated Peggy's Beauty Shop in Gloversville for many years completing her career with Peggy's and Marceline's Beauty Shop, several years ago. Her many activities included the NYS Hairdresser Association, Tri-City, and Fulton County Association of which she served as past-president. She was also a former member of the Gloversville Moose Lodge.
Energetic and self-sufficient, Peggy thought little of driving to New York City by herself or to Florida to visit family and friends. She loved traveling and cherished the many wonderful friendships she enjoyed during her life. She will be sadly missed.
She was predeceased by her parents; her husband, George Farhart; a sister, Emma Sturm; a brother, John Weatherston; and a niece, Edith Yeldon. She is survived by a niece, Joni Dennie (Cal) of Gloversville; two great-nieces and three great-nephews and their children.
There will be no calling hours. A graveside service for urn burial will take place in the spring at Ephratah Cemetery and will be announced. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Walrath & Stewart Funeral Home, 51 Fremont St., Gloversville.
Marriage Notes for Margaret Weatherston and George W Farhart
- Wedding Announcement (The Morning Herald, Gloversville, Fulton, NY, Monday, November 30, 1942)
Miss Margaret Weatherston, daughter of Mrs. Clara Weatherston of 193 West street, and George Farhart, son of Mr. and Mra. John Farhart of 91 Rose street, were married at 1 Saturday afternoon in the St. James Lutheran church by the Rev. Clarence L. Schaertel
As the guests assembled Miss Viola Hart, organist, played "Ave Maria," "Because," "Romance," "Salut D Amour," "O Promise Me," "I Love You Truly," "A Bien Aimee and Com Amore." She also, played the traditional wedding marches.
The bride, who was given in marriage by her uncle, Clark Snell, was gowned in white slipper satin made with sweetheart neckline and skirt of net and an illusion veil fell from a tiara. She carried a white bible and orchid with white satin streamers and white pom poms.
Her maid of honor was Miss Mary Watkins, who wore a pale pink gown of ninon and tiara of white pom poms and carried white chrysanthemums. Mrs. Roy Pierce siater of the bridegroom, was the bridesmaid and wore a gown of fuchsia taffeta with tiara of yellow chrysanthemums and her flowers were yellow chrysanthemums.
The best man was William Unright of Guilderland, uncle of the bridegroom and the ushers were Richard Farhart, brother of the bridegroom, and Kenneth Vents.
Following the ceremony, a reception was held at the bridegroom's home. Later Mr. and Mrs. Farhart left on a wedding trip to New York city and when they return will reside at 103 Park street.
The bride's going away outfit was an ensemble of soldier blue with black accessories and she wore a corsage of orchids.
The bridegroom is employed at the General Electric Company in Schenectady.
- GFG # A 933
- Alt DOB: 7 Nov 1880 (GFG)
- Harry Getman Seaman and Nina Katherine Evans are 4th cousins 1 time removed. Their common ancestors are George Getman and Udelia Shoemaker.
- He was living with his parents in 1900 and working as a bookkeeper.
- 1930 census, Johnstown, Fulton, NY (308 South Main Street) fam # 15 - Seaman Harry Seaman, owns his home with a value of $5000, owns a radio, ae 50, married at age 25, born in NY, parents born in NY, Contractor-Building; Alta B., wife, ae 45, married at age 20, born in NY, parents born in NY; Clyde B., son, ae 21, born in NY. [living near his parents]
- 1940 census, Johnstown, Fulton, NY, (308 Market St) no fam # - Seaman Harry G, owns his home with a value of $7500, ae 61, born in NY, Carpenter - construction Contractor; Nina K, wife, ae 56, born in NY.- Obituary (The Leader-Republican, Gloversville and Johnstown, NY, Thursday, December 23, 1949)
After a period of ill health extending over the past two years, Harry Getman Seaman, aged 69, retired carpenter contractor, passed away this morning at 11:40 at his home, 83 East Main street.
He was a lifelong resident of Johnstown, born here November 7, 1879, the son of James A. and Martha (Getman) Seaman. He received his early education in the local schools and also attended Gloversville Business College.
After leaving school he was employed for a number of years by J. R. Newman in Gloversville, proprietor of a men's clothing store.
Shortly before World War I Mr. Seaman and Jewel Horning of Fonda purchased the Barney Galinsky & Sons store in that village and conducted this business until 1930 when the local man disposed of his interest to his partner.
He then went into the carpenter contracting business with his father under the firm name of J. A. Seaman & Son and a number of fine homes throughout the city stand as monuments to his skilled workmanship.
When his father died. Mr. Seaman continued alone until 1946 when obliged to retire on account of his health.
He was a member of the Methodist church, the Official Board and Men's Club of that church and was prominent in church affairs as long as his health permitted.
He was a former member of St Patrick's lodge, 4. F. & A. M. and also Sir William Johnson lodge, 138, K. of P., which has since passed out of existence.
Mr. Seaman was twice married, the first time to Alta Barber in Gloversville, in June. 1904. One son was born, Lawrence Clyde Seaman who died January 13, 1935. On August 17, 1933, he was married to Mrs. Nina K. Jeans in Gloversville, who survives together with two grandsons in this city, and two aunts in Gloversville.
Mr. Seaman was a man of many fine qualities, quiet and reserved in manner, and his passing will be widely mourned.
The body was removed to the Wassung-Brown & Ehle funeral home to be prepared for burial and will be returned tomorrow at 10:30 to the family home where the funeral will be held Sunday afternoon at 2.
The Rev. Frank Jay Reid will officiate and burial will be made in Prospect Hill cemetery,
- Obituary (The Morning Herald, Gloversville and Johnstown, NY, Saturday, December 5, 1931)
Johnstown ... Mrs. Alta Barber Seaman, wife of Harry G. Seaman, passeed away last evening at 9:30 at the family residence, 308 South Market street. Mrs. Seaman had been in failing health for the past thirteen years, but was obliged to take to her bed about seven weeks ago during which time the end grew gradually nearer.
Mrs. Seaman was 47 years of age. She was born November 3, 1884, in Gloversville, a daughter of Fernando and Alta Shlpman Barber. She resided in that city until her marriage to Mr. Seaman when she took up her residence here, where many friends will be grieved to know of her death.
Mrs. Seaman was a woman of many sterling characteristics and a devoted member of the Methodist Episcopal church of this city. She was active in the organizations of the church as long as health permitted being a member of the Women's Foreign Missionary society, Ladies Aid society and Altruist class.
The surviving relatives besides her hnsbaod are one son, Clyde R. Seaman of this city, her mother and and half-brother, Dr. Everett Perkins of Gloversville.
The funeral will be held Monday afternoon at the home and interment will be made in Prospect Hill cemetery, Gloversville.
Marriage Notes for Harry Getman Seaman and Alta S Barber
- Wedding Announcement (The Fulton County Republica, Johnstown, NY, Thursday, June 30, 1904)
There was a pretty home wedding June 22, when Harry Getman Seaman of Johnstown and Miss Alta S., daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Fernando Barber, were married at the home of the bride's parents, No. 43 Cayadutta street, Gloversville. The ceremony was performed at 8 o'clock by Rev. H. H. Murdock of the First M. E. church and was witnessed by many relatives and friends, including several out-of-town guests. Miss Almeda Miller of Northville acted as maid of honor and Walter Eacker of Johnstown officiated as best man. The bridesmaids were Miss Maud Phillips and Miss Julia Christie of Gloversville, and Irving McConkey and Harry Reid of this city were the ushers. The rooms were very prettily decorated with potted plants, palms and cut flowers, and after the ceremony a wedding dinner was served. Later in the evening Mr. and Mrs. Seaman departed on a bridal tour and on their return they will reside temporarily at the home of the bride's parents. Both bride and groom are well and favorably known and their hosts of friends will unite in extending best wishes.
- GFG # A 1005
- Harry Getman Seaman and Nina Katherine Evans are 4th cousins 1 time removed. Their common ancestors are George Getman and Udelia Shoemaker.- 1930 census, Gloversville, Fulton, NY, (105 Third Avenue) fam # 149 - Jeans Nina, owns her home with a value of $7000, owns a radio, ae 45, widow, born in NY, parents born in NY, Proprietor - Lunch Room; Evans Katherine M, mother, ae 77, Widow, born in NY, parents born in NY; (1 lodger).
- 1950 ?
Marriage Notes for Harry Getman Seaman and Nina Katherine Evans
- Wedding Announcement (The Morning Herald, Gloversville and Johnstown, NY, Friday, August 18, 1933)
Mrs. Nina K. Jeans of Gloversville and Harry G. Seaman of Johnstown were married yesterday afternoon at 3 at the parsonage of the First Congregational church. The ceremony was performed by Rev. A. P. Manwell, pastor of the church. They were attended by Mrs. Carrie T. Holden of Gloveraville and Walter A. Ecker of Johnstown.
After the ceremony, the party enjoyed a wedding dinner at the Riverwood Inn, near Schenectady. Later, Mr. and Mrs. Seaman left for a trip through the White Mountains, after which they will take up their residence at 308 South Market street, Johnstown. They will be at home to their friends after September 1.
Mrs. Seaman has been proprietress for some time of the Club Diner on North Main street, and has a wide circle of friends who will extend congratulations and best wishes. Mr. Seaman is a well known contractor in Johnstown and will share with his bride in the well wishes of many friends.
- GFG - A 937
- 1880 census, Palatine, Montgomery, NY, fam # 5 - Eaker Delbert, ae 24, Farm Laborer, born in NY, parents born in NY; Alvira, ae 18, wife, born in NY, parents born in NY; Walter A, ae 3/12, son, born in NY. [Sharing the dwelling with and working for his uncle John Eacker]
- 1900 census, Johnstown (Ward 3), Fulton, NY, (208 Clinton St) fam # 297 - Eacker Delbert, b. Oct 1854, ae 45, married 22 yr, born in NY, parents born in NY, Day Laborer, owns his home without a mortgage; Elvira, wife, b. Mar 1862, ae 38, married 22 yr, 3 children, 3 living, born in NY, parents born in NY; Walter A, son, b. Feb 1880, ae 20, born in NY, Clerk - Shoe Store; Jessie D, son, b. Nov, 1893, ae 6; Orva M, son, b. Aug 1896, ae 3.
- 1910 census, Johnstown (Ward 3) Fulton, NY, (208 East Clinton St) fam # 312 - Eacher Delbert, ae 54, married 32 yr, born in NY, parents born in NY, Butter Maker - Creamery, owns his home with a mortgage; Almira, wife, ae 48, married 32 yr, 3 children, 3 living, born in NY, parents born in NY; Jesse D, son, ae 16, bonr inNY, Driver - Grocery Store; Orvie, son, ae 13.
- 1920 census, Johnstown (Ward 3), Fulton, NY, (208 East clinton Street) fam # 172 - Eacker Delbert, owns his home without a mortgage, ae 64, born in NY, parents born in NY, Superintendant - Creamery; Elvira, wife, ae 52, born in NY, parents born in NY; Jeddie D, son, ae 26, born in NY, Window Trimmer - Dry Goods; Marie, daughter-in-law, ae 25, born in NY, parents born in NY; Orva, son, ae 24, Shoe Salesman - Shoe Store.- Obituary (The Morning Herald, Gloversville and Johnstown, NY, Tuesday, Feburary 23, 1930)
The many friends ot Delbert Eacker, aged 74 years and one of Johnstown's well known residents, were grieved to learn today ot the sudden and unexpected death of Mr. Eacker, which occurred early yesterday morning at his home, 208 East Clinton. The deceased died following a heart attack that came over him about 2:30 yesterday morning and which proved to be fatal. Mr. Eacker had suffered a similar attack between 3 and 4 Monday morning but after receiving medical treatment from Dr. Austin Hogan, who was called in the emergency, he recovered sufficiently to be about the bouse during the day. Angina pectoris was reported the direct cause of death.
Mr. Eacker was born at Palatine Bridge, October 15, 1855, the son of Alonzo Eacker and Sarah Cook. For the 42 years that he has been a resident of Johnstown he has been engaged in the butter making business and tor 25 years or more was employed in this capacity at the former C. O. Cross & Sons' creamery in East Main street.
Mr. Eacker was a member of St Mark's Lutheran church, Cayadutta lodge, 281, I O. O. F., and Acorn Rebekah lodge, 173.
The survivors are his widow, Mrs. Elvira Eacker; three sons, Walter A., Jessie D. and Orva M. Eacker, all of Johnstown; two brothers, William, of Stone Arabia, and Myron, of Boise, Idaho; three grandchildren and several nephews and nieces.
The funeral will be held at the home Wednesday afternoon at 2:30. The Rev. Andrew L. Dillenbeck, D. D., of St. Mark's church, will officate and the remains will be placed in the family crypt of the Fern Dale mausoleum.
- Obituary (The Leader-Republica, Gloversville and Johnstown, NY, Monday, May 28, 1945)
Mrs. Elvira Eacker, aged 83, widow of Delbert Eacker, died at the home of her son Walter A. Eacker, 505 South Perry street this morning at 4:15 following an illness of nine months.
She was born in Stone Arabia, and resided in Johnstown for the past sixty years, and was a member of St. Mark's Lutheran church.
The survivors are two sons. Walter A. and Orva M. both of Johnstown, also four grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
The funeral will be held at the home of her son, 505 South Perry street, Wednesday afternoon at 2 with the Rev. Frank J. Reid of the First Methodist church officiating.
Burial will be in the mausoleum at Fern Dale cemetery.