On Friday evening, Oct. 12th, a company of about forty guests met at the fine residence of Gustave Barrett, of Henderson, to witness the marriage of Miss Anna McCumber to Mr. Charles Lane. Though it was a very rainy evening everybody was dressed in their best and all went merrily. At precisely eight o’clock the happy pair appeared and were soon made one by Rev. L. B. Fisher. After the ceremony, bountiful refreshments were served and a delightful hour was spent socially. There was a large and beautiful array of gifts, and a host of friends will wish the young couple “God Speed.”

At seven o’clock p.m., Thursday, March 18, numerous friends and relatives began to gather at the residence of Peter Lane, near Depauville, to witness the marriage of their youngest daughter, Sadie, to Silas N. Rice, of Depauville, by Rev. Mr. Rice, pastor of the methodist church of that place. The rooms were beautifully trimmed with evergreens and smilax, which showed that skill had been displayed in arranging the word “welcome,” which was placed over the organ, also of the horseshoe under which the bridal party stood while the ceremony was performed. At a quarter to nine everything was in readiness, and the bridal party marched slowly to their places. Those present rose upon their feet and remained in a standing position while the ceremony was performed. The bridesmaids were Miss Stella J. Lehr of Dexter, Miss Jonnie Putnam of Clayton Centre. The groomsmen were Geo. W. Rice, of Lowville, and James M. Lane, of Depauville. Among those present were Mrs. Hannah Snyder and daughter, of Watertown, Mr. and Mrs. James, Mr. and Mrs. John Patch, Mr. and Mrs. O. Cheever, J. R. Babcock and family, and Ed. Wheeler and wife, all of Depauville, and Mr. W. Wright and wife, of Clayton Centre. -- The tables were beautifully laid with all the luxuries of the season, and all ate and drank to the health of the bride and groom, enjoying a hearty laugh as the Rev. Mr. Rice and others cracked their witty jokes. The bride’s loaf, which was handsomely decorated with flowers, was highly complimented by all present. The presents were numerous, valuable and useful as well as ornamental, consisting chiefly of silverware. Among the most beautiful were a gold-lined cake basket, six-bottled castor, pickle castor, knives, forks, spoons, napkins, a very handsome dressing case, rocking chair and many others too numerous to mention here. After supper Miss Lehr favored the company with excellent music, which did her credit, and was highly complimented by all. Shortly after 12 o’clock, the party began to break up, and the beaming countenances of all showed that an enjoyable evening and one long to be remembered had passed. The party withdrew, wishing a life of success, joy and happiness to Mr. and Mrs. Rice, who left the next morning on their wedding tour among relatives and friends.

Invited guests to the number of fifty or more assembled last Wednesday at the residence of Aaron J. Wilson to witness the marriage ceremony of Miss Nettie Gayer, only daughter of Mrs. C. Gayer, of Hounsfield. The ceremony was performed in a very impressive manner by Rev. Mr. Cheeseman, pastor of the M. E. church, Brownville. Among the presents, which were numerous and beautiful, were the following: Miss Ida Lord, one dozen napkins; Mrs. A. Martin, bed spread; Mrs. L. Fox, sofa tidy; Mr. and Mrs. Starkweather, elegant china pitcher and break and milk set; R. A. Vandewalker, towels, sugar bowls, &c.; Mr. and Mrs. Wilson, one-half dozen silver table spoons; Fred Wilson, silver butter dish; M. R. Devendorf, silver pickle castor; E. S. and W. M. Daniels, silver castor; Mr. Buchanan and family, silver cake basket; Miss Finnean, plush key board; Mrs. Addison Vandewalker, ring; Mrs. B. Cole, dozen napkins; J. H. Vandewalker, plaque, artificial flowers; Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Wilson, silver breakfast castor; Mrs. Cline and family, one dozen napkins; Mrs. Ida Snooks, plated rocker, Mr. and Mrs. E. H. Gayer, silver butter dish; Mrs. C. Edgar, elegant brush broom and holder; Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Martin, china fruit plate; Mr. and Mrs. C. Baker, patent rocker; G. L. Vrooman, dinner bell, &c.; Mr. and Mrs. A. Vandewalker, photograph album.

The happy couple accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. James Frye, left on the 3:20 train for Syracuse for a brief sojourn.

A very pleasant occurrence took place at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. I. O. Banks, Thursday last, at 3:30 P. M., it being the marriage of their daughter, Miss Jennie, to A. L. Byam, son of Deputy Sheriff S. M. Byam. The ceremony was performed by Rev. E. H. Joy, in the presence of about thirty invited guests of friends and relatives. After it, the company sat down to a bountiful collation. There was a good display of beautiful and useful presents that had been given as tokens of esteem. The happy couple are now receiving the congratulations of their many friends.

Our esteemed townsman, Mr. John George, was married yesterday, June 18th, at 3:30 o’clock, to Miss May Estelle Jewett, daughter of Dr. Jewett, of this village, Rev. William N. Cleveland performing the ceremony. No fairer day ever shone upon a bridal pair, and their many friends wish them a most happy journey through life. They left for an extended trip east at 5:30 P. M.

Mr. Ira H. Gillett and Florence Babcock were married on the 19 inst. by Rev. B. G. Blaisdell. May peace and joy ever be in their pathway through their journey, is the wish of many friends.

HAAS-SCHNAUBER --- At the residence of the bride’ parents near Depauville, by the Rev. Blaisdell of Depauville, Mr. William Haas and Miss Viletta Schnauber, both of Depauville. (inked in date: 22 Dec 1886)

--------------------

Social circles in Eastern Clayton have recently been thrown into quite an excitement for two of its fair daughters have embarked on the sea of matrimony. On the 21st inst. Miss Vernie M., youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Hill, was married to Mr. Clarence Pickett, of Three Mile Bay, by Rev. Bentley, of this place. The wedding was certainly a very enjoyable affair. The home was filled with guests and the supper was a gorgeous affair, such as only farmers’ wives and daughters are capable of preparing. It was served in two courses, with candies as a dessert. The bride’s costume was old rose-colored silk, Queen Elizabeth style. The presents were valuable and eminently practical. Those of special interest were a cow and $20 in cash by Mr. G. W. Rickett; $10 in cash by Mrs. G. W. Hill; a large cooking range by Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Rickett. The happy couple left on the 5:45 p.m. train for Rome on a wedding tour with the best wishes and congratulations of a host of friends following them.

On the 22d, at 2 P.M., in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Valvert Fox, as the pleasant strains of Mendelssohn‘s wedding march were echoing there, their only daughter, Lula, and Mr. Jerome Darling, of Castorland, N. Y., were marched in and were by a short ceremony made husband and wife. This wedding was much enlivened by a company of young people, Miss Lula’s former schoolmates from LaFargeville. Their merry laughter and brilliant repartees did much to make the occasion a very enjoyable one. The bride’s dress was sapphire blue silk, tailor cut, setting out her graceful form to the best advantage. The best delicacies of the season graced the supper table. The dessert was tropic fruit. The presents were fine and numerous, a bedroom set in antique oak by the bride’s parents is especially worthy of mention. Though this young couple have the best wishes of all, yet Miss Lula’s bright face will be greatly missed by the Sunday school and church choir at Lafargeville, where she has long been an active and faithful worker. They left on the evening train to visit the Jerome friends in Lewis county.

--------------------

CADWELL-HEYL

(penned date: 1887) Note by transcriptionist: I have been advised that Dec. 15 in 1887 was not a Wednesday; 1886 had a Wednesday, December 15.)

A very pleasant affair took place Wednesday, Dec. 15, at the residence of Henry Heyl near Depauville. About forty of the relatives and friends assembled to witness the marriage of Mr. Jay Cadwell and Miss Etta Heyl, the ceremony being performed by Rev. Blaisdell, of Depauville. The bride and groom are well and favorably known, and the esteem in which they are held was shown in the many elegant presents they received. Their many friends extend their hearty congratulations. May their future life be one of happiness.

--------------------

MARRIED.

EVELEIGH-TRUESDEL -- At the Arsenal st. parsonage, July 10, 1890, by Rev. J. B. Kenyen, Leslie L. Everleigh and Miss Myra E. Truesdel, both of Henderson.

--------------------

Wedding at Plessis.

PLESSIS, April 4. --- A very pleasant event took place last evening at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. S. G. Norton. It was the marriage of their daughter Nellie to Don A. Parker. The shadows of evening were settling, when the guests began to assemble, till they numbered nearly one hundred. Promptly at the appointed time, 8 o’clock, the bridal couple entered the parlor and took their places under the floral arch and horseshow. Rev. William M. Holbrook, with the few necessary words, made the husband and wife. The pleasant-faced bride, who was dressed in a silk of a very becoming color, was the recipient of many valuable presents. Later the guests assembled around the board, which was spread with everything that heart could wish to sustain the inner man, to which they did justice. The young couple belong to families who are highly respected. Don. A. Parker is an industrious young man of good habits and noble qualities. By his honorable dealings with his fellowmen he has gathered around him a large circle of firm friends. He is to be congratulated on receiving for a life partner such an accomplished young lady as he can now call wife. Mr. and Mrs. Parker intend to commence housekeeping at once at Alexandria Bay, where he will follow his profession.

--------------------

Vincent-Sylvester

(penciled in date: June 1888) Note: A descendant, Tony Sylvester, has notified me of an error in the penciled date. He indicates that family records show the date of marriage as September 4, 1889. The clipping has been so noted. Thank you, Tony, for bringing this to my attention. by scf - 1-24-2001)

The marriage of Miss Minnie, daughter of Marcellus Vincent, and Dr. George Sylvester, of Black River, took place at at (sic) the bride’s home in Depauville, last Wednesday at six p.m., Rev. Blaisdell, of the Baptist church, officiating. About forty invited friends assembled to witness the ceremony. The presents were very numerous and costly, and were only slight tokens of the high esteem in which the contracting parties were held by their friends. The bride is a handsome and aimable (sic) young lady whose charming ways have made her many warm friends, while the groom is a rising young physician, who is rapidly ascending the steps of fame in his chose profession. ON THE ST. LAWRENCE in common with a host of well-wishers extends its hearty congratulations to the happy pair. They will at once take up their residence in Black River.

--------------------

ROSIERE.

Correspondence of the RE-UNION.

(pencilled in date: Dec. 30, 1890)

We have to announce an event of considerable importance namely, the wedding of Mr. Eugene Radley and Miss Cicily Snawber. The solemn vows were pronounced on the 30th ult. at the parsonage, Rev. Father Kelly officiating. Mr. Lewis Snawber, brother of the bride, and Mr. Chas. Charonstie were attendants, while Miss Alice Halladay and Miss Mary Snell were bridesmaids. The many friends of the happy young couple wish them much joy, and hope their wedded life may be as calm and pleasant as the gentle breeze of a summer day. We extend congratulations to them. Note by typist: I’ve typed the names exactly as shown on the clippings.

--------------------

Wedding Bells.

DINGMAN-DANFORTH

On Thursday, October 17th, at 12 o’clock p. m., the pleasant residence of Mr. and Mrs. C. Dingman, of Pillar Point, was filled with a large company of invited guests to witness the marriage of their only daughter, Miss Susie Dingman, to Mr. Stanley Danforth, of Brownville. One side of the parlor was banked with potted plants and flowers. On the floor underneath and in front of them was very tastefully arranged a mat of myrtle vines, to which the young couple were conducted by Mr. William Reeves as best man and Miss Ella Taylor as bridesmaid.

The bride was attired in an ashes of rose ottoman silk with white surah silk trimmings and a corsage bouquet of white rose buds and smilax. The bridesmaid was attired in a lavender albatross with white China silk trimmings with a corsage boquet (sic) of pink rose buds and smilax. The groom and best man wore the usual dress. Rev. Thomas Richey, of Watertown, read the marriage service. Rev. S. F. Danford

(sic) father of the groom, pronounced them man and wife, after which prayer was offered by C. E. Hoag, of Pillar Point. After congratulations were received by Mr. and Mrs. Danforth, the company was invited to partake of a wedding dinner, which consisted of an elegant spread of all the good things imaginable. A large number of very rare and beautiful presents were bestowed upon the bride and groom.

--------------------

Wedding at Depauville

(date penned in: 7 November ‘84) Note: Dick Hines, a Lingenfelter researcher, pointed out that the wedding took place on November 5, 1884 -- he also noted that in this case, the date penned on the clipping appeared to represent the date the item appeared in the newspaper.

A very pleasant event occurred at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. T. Daniels in Depauville, Wednesday evening, it being the occasion of the marriage of their only daughter, Mary, to Jefferson Baltz, of this place. At six o’clock the bride and groom entered the room, accompanied by Misses J. Putnam and Nellie Low, as bridesmaids, and Frank Baltz and Truman Daniels, groomsman. The marriage ceremony was performed by Rev. T. S. Grant, after which an elegant collation was served. The presents were very numerous and valuable. The happy couple departed on the five o’clock train Thursday afternoon for Saratoga. The best wishes of many friends go with them. Among those present from out of town were, Mr. and Mrs. S. Nash and daughter, Eugene Nash and Miss L. Fox, Lafargeville, Mr. and Mrs. P. Pohl, E. Pohn and Miss Grace Parkinson, Black River.

--------------------

BAXTER-MINER --- At the residence of Mr. John Sheley, in the town of Clayton, N. Y., March 14, 1888, by Rev. S. O. Barnes, Mr. Millard W. Baxter of Stone Mills, to Miss Jennie A. Miner of Clayton.

--------------------

WEDDING BELLS.

DEPAUVILLE, NOV. 27. --- About twenty-five or more intimate friends assembled at the residence of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Babcock, on Thursday, Nov. 20, to witness the marriage of their daughter Lydia, to Mr. Edgar V. Mount, of Clayton. The ceremony was performed by Rev. B. G. Blaisdell at precisely 12 o’clock. Miss Dora Norton of Watertown, acted as bridesmaid and Mr. J. W. Loan, of Watertown, as groomsman. Mr. Mount was a Depauville youth, but is now of the firm H. Mount & Son, of Clayton, where he has a large circle of friends and is highly esteemed by all who know him.

Miss Babcock is one of the estimable young ladies of this place. Her position as one of the members of the choir at the Baptist church and also librarian of the Sunday school for nearly five years, bespeak the esteem in which she is held. She will be greatly missed in this community, and carries with her to her new home the best wishes of a host of friends.

The presents were both valuable and serviceable, and well attest the affectionate regard in which both parties were held by their many friends. After the wedding dinner they started on their wedding tour to Syracuse and Herkimer. They will reside in Clayton.

--------------------

DEWEY-PATCH.

(penciled in date: 1888)

The wedding of Mr. Charles J. Dewey and Miss Edna B. Patch at the residence of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Patch, on Wednesday, Nov. 26, was another pleasant occasion. Rev. B. G. Blaisdell was the officiating clergyman. Mr. Dewey is the efficient clerk at A. D. Lowe’s store. He is always active in social life and has a host of friends. Miss Patch is one of our most estimable young ladies. She has a large circle of friends by whom she is held in highest regard. Society congratulates itself that she is to remain here for the winter at least. The presents were all valuable, especially the currency backed by the gold coin. After the wedding dinner they started on their wedding tour to be absent about a week.

A pleasing co-incident connected with the above event is that Miss Patch is also a member of the Baptist choir and assistant librarian in the Sunday school. The two young ladies were school-mates, of about the same age and most intimate friends. Community may well be proud of having afforded two young ladies of such high standing and most excellent character.

--------------------

McCombs Settlement.

(pencilled dates: 1886 1887) (Tony Sylvester suggests the true date is 1886)

The most brilliant social event which has ever occurred here was the marriage on Wednesday, June 2, of Miss Carrie, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. O. E. Flansburg, of this place to Elmer E. Edwards of Niles, Mich. Note: Tony Sylvester states the family used the spelling "Flansburgh."

Ere one o’clock, the hour appointed for the ceremony, arrived. Mr. and Mrs. Flansburg’s pleasant and beautifully decorated home was filled with guests, many of them from Redwood, their former place of residence. Rev. Orville Dickey, of Batavia, N. Y., officiated, performing the ceremony in the graceful and impressive manner befitting such an occasion. The bride looked lovely in white cashmere elegantly trimmed with white satin. The first bridesmaid, Miss Mattie Casey, was attired in blue satin trimmed with white lace; the second, Miss Maggie Carpenter, in a lovely gown of cream colored material. Both ladies wore lillies (sic) of the valley.

After Mr. and Mrs. Edwards had received the good wishes and congratulations of their friends, an elegant repast was served in the most approved style which skill and fine taste could suggest.

Mr. and Mrs. Edwards will go to Michigan in the autumn, where they will make their future home. The wishes of their many friends will go with them, that their life together may be a long and happy one.

--------------------

REES-FAIRE.

It was one of the principal social events of the year. The pleasant parlors of Mr. and Mrs. James Johnson on John street were well filled with the many friends of the bride and groom, each of whom genuinely felt the congratulations they offered the happy pair. Rev. D. F. Pierce as master of ceremonies, tied the nuptial knot in his happiest manner. The wedding feast was most magnificent in quality and abundant in supply. A large array of presents testified to the well-wishes of absent and present friends. A pleasant trip to Watertown constituted the wedding trip, followed by a safe return on Monday last to this village which they will make their future home.

The bride has lived with Mr. and Mrs. James Johnson of this village for fully twenty years and the relationship had become almost that of daughter to parent. The groom is universally esteemed, and well worthy the good fortune that has fallen to him. They will reside in this village, occuping (sic) their residence on John street.

--------------------

HAWN-OTIS -- At Depauville, March 17, at the home of the bride by Rev. O. F. Nichols, George M. Hawn of Pamelia and Grace R. Otis. (year penned in - 1891).

--------------------

Marriage Bells.

Thursday afternoon there occurred a very pleasant event at Clayton, it being the marriage of Miss Jennie, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Putman, to B. F. Kent of Philadelphia. The wedding was held at the home of the bride, and witnessed by about fifty invited guests, relatives and near friends of the family. The bridal party stood under a beautiful arch of evergreens, while the spacious rooms were handsomely trimmed with evergreens and flowers and beautifully illuminated, and in all presented an elegant appearance. The bride was attired in a rich dress of plain brown silk. The marriage ceremony was performed by Rev. D. F. Pierce, of the M. E. church. After the marriage an elegant wedding dinner was served. The presents were very costly and handsome, consisting of $200 in currency from the bride’s father, an elegant hand-painted placque (sic), in a rich plush frame, dessert spoons, table spoons, knives and forks, of solid silver, china fruit dish and plates, a splendid oil painting, photograph album, a large upholstered rocking-chair, a beautiful stand lamp, a handsome hanging lamp, spoonholder, nut picks, books, napkin rings, vases, bedspread, table linen, perfume set, etc. The happy couple left on the four o’clock train for a short tour visiting Oswego, Syracuse and New York, and will afterward return and take up their residence in Philadelphia, where Mr. K., the groom, is engaged in the mercantile business. The best wishes of a multitude of friends accompany them on their matrimonial voyage.

--------------------

Whittier-Seeber

(Date pencilled on clipping - Feb. 22, 1887)

One of the most brilliant wedding parties that ever assembled in Depauville, gethered (sic) at the residence of Hon. E. J. Seeber, Tuesday evening of last week, to witness the marriage of his handsome and accomplished daughter, Mary A. Seeber, to Clarence Whittier. The interested parties are well known, and have hosts of friends in the town of Clayton. The groom is a young man of worth and integrity. The bride has spent her whole life in Depauville, and is one of the leaders of society of that village. The groomsman was Mr. Will Osborne, of Dexter, and the bridesmaid, Miss Clara Seeber, sister of the bride. The bride and bridesmaid were attired in golden Brown (sic) satin. The groom and groomsman wore black Prince Albert suits. A large number from out of town were present. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Anson Cheeseman, of Brownville. Directly after the ceremony the assembled guests sat down and di justice to a wedding supper served as only Mrs. Seeber knows how. Many useful and valuable presents were received by the happy couple.

-------------------

WEMPLE-COPLEY

Last Wednesday occurred the marriage of Edward Wemply, of New York, and Miss Carrie, daughter of Hiram Copley, of Chaumont. A large number of friends were present from out of town. It was decided to have this ceremony upon the handsome lawn surrounding the new and spacious home of Mr. Copley, and a beautiful marriage bell made of white roses and carnations, with the tongue of red geraniums, was gracefully suspended from a tall and stately elm in front of the house.

At two P. M. Charles Lewis’ orchestra began Wagner’s wedding march, and a moment later the bride appeared leaning on the arm of the groom. She was unattended by any maids. The bride was attired in a handsome and elaborate dress of white satin, the back being brocaded with a court train. The front was trimmed with three deep flounces of Duchess lace, while the usual bridal veil was confined in a most graceful and becoming manner. The groom was in afternoon dress. Under the welcome shade of this old monarch of the forest, they were made man and wife.

Rev. J. A. Canfield, of Theresa, performed the ceremony. It has been his pleasure to officiate at the wedding of Hiram Copley and wife, as well as at the weddings of many other relatives, and he read the service with much feeling and expression. As the bride and groom thus stood under the marriage bell, surrounded by their friends and relatives in handsome toilets, with the blue sky for a canopy and with the green lawn and trees for a back ground, the scene was a delightful one, worthy of an artist’s pen, and one never to be forgotten.

After the ceremony the bridal party entered the house and held a prief (sic) reception in the parlor. After a short tour they will go to Brooklyn, which city will be their future home, and will bear with them there the heart-felt wish that they may be attended through life with every happiness and prosperity and be blessed with all of God’s richest gifts.

--------------------

DEWEY-SWART

It is our pleasurable duty to record a happy event, the marriage of our popular young townsman, Holland B. Dewey, and Miss Mamie L., youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Swart, of this village. The marriage took place at the home of the bride, last Tuesday afternoon at 3 o’clock, in the presence of a large number of intied friends and acquaintances, the nuptial knot being tied by Rev. Thomas Hall, pastor of the First Congregational church, of Clayton.

Promptly at the appointed hour the contracting parties took their places beneath an arch of evergreens and flowers, the bride holding a large bouquet of choice flowers in her hand. As they stood there, surrounded by all the luxuries and happiness that kind indulgence and loving friends could bestow, they must have been the joy and pride of their parents, as they were the enby of all. And as the solemn words were uttered that made the twain one so long as life shall last, a feeling of inexpressible happiness seemed to permeate the hearts of all present, in the thought that the time-honored custom of marriage had been fully and truly exemplified in its highest and most sacred sense by the union of these two hearts.

The bride was attired in a traveling dress of rich material, while the groom wore a neat-fitting black Prince Albert suit.

Miss Swart has been the center of an admiring circle in our village since childhood, a willing worker in every good cause, a member of the church and choir and a devoted teacher in the Sabbath school. Mr. Dewey is a rising young merchant, of the firm of Dewey Bros., of this village, courteous in business and kind in social life. We augur for him a continuance of the prosperous business career upon which he has only just embarked.

After the hearty congratulations and good wishes which followed the ceremony, the guests sat down to tables loaded with delicacies, and he would have been an Epicurean gormand (sic), indeed, who could have found a flaw in that sumptuous repast. The collation finished, the guests indulged in pleasant social intercourse until the 7:20 evening train, when they accompanied the happy couple to the depot, where amid showers of rice and good wishes Mr. and Mrs. Dewey took their departure for New York, Albany and other points in eastern and central New York.

The presents were numerous, costly and varied, showing in a substantial manner the esteem in which the couple are held by a wide circle of friends.

Among those present from out of town were J. H. Morris and wife, Fultonville; John Shultz and wife, Plessis; B. F. Kent and wife, Philadelphia; A. D. Curtis, Three Mile Bay; Elton E. Cuppernull, Cape Vincent; Misses Carrie and Franc Stanley, Smithville; Mrs. A. H. Dewey, Sackets Harbor.

(a short poem followed -- because a part of it was torn off, I have not included it here)

--------------------

WETTERHAHN-SCHOLLENBERG -- At Orleans, N. Y., Jan. 6, 1891, by W. H. Bentley, Mr. John H. Wetterhahn of Lafargeville and Miss Victoria Schollenberg of Orleans.

--------------------

MARRIED.

(penciled in date: 1888)

OSBORN-CASLER -- April 5, at Dexter, at the residence of the bride’s parents, by Rev. Alfred T. Vail, William H. Osborn, of Dexter, and Miss Mary C. Casler.

--------------------

THERESA

March 4 -- On Thursday afternoon last Mr. Almanson T. Smith, our popular young druggist, was united in marriage to Miss Jennie, youngest daughter of Mr. P. M. Peck of this village. The ceremony took place at the residence of the bride’s parents, in the presence of the immediate relatives of both parties. The Rev. Geo. W. S. Wenrick officiated. Numerous valuable presents were bestowed upon the very worthy young couple, and they departed on the six P. M. train for New York and elsewhere, bearing with them the good wishes of a host of friends. They will return in good time and resume life among their old friends, who esteem them highly.

--------------------

(penciled date: January 2, 1890)

At 4:30 o’clock last Thursday afternoon, Miss Nettie A. Plumb, daughter of Mrs. B. A. Plumb, of this village, was married to John C. Neville, of Buffalo, by Rev. S. O. Barnes, of the M. E. church of Clayton, in the presence of only a few friends. The bride is one of our most popular and winning young ladies, successful to a noticeable degree in keeping the friends once gained. The groom is a rising young engineer, whose former home was Clayton, and who has many warm friends here. The newly married couple left on the evening train for Buffalo, where their future home will be. The best wishes of many accompany Mr. and Mrs. Neville.

--------------------

Theresa.

(penciled year: 1890)

Dec. 20. -- In response to invitations extended, friends to the number of about forty assembled at the residence of the bride’s parents Mr. and Mrs. Geo. W. McEntyre on Wednesday evening, Dec. 17th, to witness the marriage of Mr. Frank E. Cadwell and Miss Lucy J. McEntyre. -- The ceremony was performed by Rev. D. G. Blaisdell, of Depauville, after which a bountiful supper was served. The presents were many equally beautiful and valuable. Theresa was well represented. Friends were also present from Sandy Creek and Mannsville and a large number from Depauville where the contracting parties are well and most favorably know.

--------------------

MARRIED.

HATLINE-DORR -- At the Romang House, Dec. 31, 1891, by Rev. J. B. Kenyon, George H. Hatline and Miss Anna N. Dorr, both of Depauville, N. Y.

--------------------

MARRIED.

McINTYRE-SHEEHAN -- At No. 26 Franklin street, this city, Aug. 6th 1891, by Rev. J. B. Kenyon, Arthur J. McIntyre and Miss Sarah B. Sheehan, both of Watertown.

--------------------

MARRIED.

CORP-DIETRICH -- At the home of Mr. David P. Corp., Clayton, Feb. 10th, by Rev. A. Webster, Mr. William Dietrich, of Orleans, to Miss Martha M. Corp, of Clayton, and Mr. George B. Dietrich, of Orleans, to Miss Emma J. Corp, of Clayton.

--------------------

Seeber-Cheeseman.

At 11 A. M. Wednesday, Mr. D. V. Seeber, of Perch River, and Miss Minnie Justine Cheeseman, were married at the residence of the bride’s father, Rev. Anson Cheeseman, at Brookfield, Madison county. The groom has many friends throughout the county, and the bride will be remembered as having lived until recently at Brownville.

The wedding was a very pleasant affair, and after a breakfast served to about forty invited guests, the happy couple departed for Detroit via Niagara Falls. They were followed by the good wishes of their friends mingled with showers of rice and the customary old shoes. Mr. and Mrs. Seeber will return next month and make Perch River their residence.

--------------------

(penciled in date: 1889)

A very quiet wedding took place at the seminary yesterday, it being the marriage of Miss Mae Wheeler, eldest daughter of Prof. and Mrs. Wheeler, to Mr. Chas. H. Gould, of Hainesborough. At 4:30 the bridal party entered the parlor, standing beneath a beautiful horseshoe of roses, and were united in the holy bands of matrimony by the bride’s father, Prof. Wheeler. The room was tastefully hung with flowers, giving a pleasing sight and odor. After the ceremony the guests betook themselves to the banquet room, where a goodly supper awaited them. After the repast the party ascended to the parlors, where the young couple found many and handsome presents awaiting them, among which were silver knives, forks, spoons, butter dish, castor, napkin rings, sugar bowl and many other beautiful and useful things. The happy couple left on the 6:10 train and will go to Niagara Falls, returning to Hainesborough, where a reception will be given them by the parents of the groom. They will then spend the season on the St. Lawrence. The primary children were at the train to see Mrs. Gould, who has been their teacher, and had themselves plentifully supplied with rice, which they showered at the newly wedded couple as they embarked.

--------------------

According to previous announcement the marriage of Miss Sarah L., only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Mount to Dr. R. J. F. Burton, was duly solemnized at the Baptist church last Thursday, Oct. 22d. Miss Dora Norton presided at the organ and at precisely three P. M. the strains of the bridal chorus from Lohengren announced the arrival of the wedding party. The ushers, Mr. Fred King and Mr. A. C. Sherman, conducted the party to the altar where beneath an umbrella of autumn leaves the happy pair were met by the Rev. B. G. Blaisdell who pronounced them man and wife. The bridesmaids were Miss F. Maud Blodgett, of Watertown, Misses Laura Blodgett and Lottie Getman, of Chaumont and Miss Vina Vrooman, of Carthage. Mendelsoohn’s (sic) grand wedding march, marked the departure of the party who with their immediate relatives repaired to the home of Mr. Mount where a bountiful repast awaited them. The tasteful decorations of plants and flowers at the church, the work of the friends of the bride, and the many gifts presented, all testify to the high esteem in which she was held. In the evening Dr. and Mrs. Burton were serenaded by the Depauville cornet band who in turn were cordially entertained. Refreshments were served and a varied programme enjoyed, of music, and several well appreciated recitations by Miss Vrooman. -- Oct. 26.

--------------------

(penciled in year: 1890)

One of the pleasant events of the past week was the marriage of Miss Mary J. Fox, eldest daughter of Mrs. B. N. Fox, to Mr. C. B. Durfee. The wedding occurred Thursday p. m., May 15th, at the bride’s home. A large number of the family connection were present. The wedding presents were numerous and valuable in addition to a large number of equal value in waiting for Mr. and Mrs. Durfee at their residence in Belleville which is in readiness for occupancy. The happy couple started for Rochester at 5 p.m. They have the best wishes of a large circle of friends.

--------------------

Ackerman-Austin.

A very pleasant event occurred at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. C. B. Austin, of Gouverneur, on Thursday evening, July 24, at which time their only child and daughter, Eva F., was united in marriage to Mr. Fred Ackerman, a very worthy gentleman and compositor in the office of the Free Press of that place. Rev. A. J. Cowles was the officiating clergyman and performed the services in a very pleasing manner.

The happy couple were the recipients of several fine presents, among those received by the bride being a fine gold watch and a valuable lot on T. I. Park, where the wedded pair have gone to spend their honeymoon. The bride formerly resided at Depauville and Theresa in this county, where she has a large circle of admiring friends, all of whom join the editor of this paper in wishing the worthy couple a long and happy wedded life.

May the voyage of their life never be more tempestuous than at present, is the sincere wish of all who know them.

--------------------

Wedding Bells.

DALE-FOX

(penciled in year: 1890)

A very quiet and pleasant wedding was celebrated at Depauville on Wednesday, the 24th, at the resident (sic) of Mr. and Mrs. Byron J. Fox, the occasion being the marriage of their daughter, Grace G., and Dr. Frederick T. Dale, who was formerly practicing physician at Lafargeville, now located at Depauville. The ceremony was performed by Rev. B. G. Blaisdell at 5 o’clock p.m., after which a sumptuous wedding supper was served. Mr. and Mrs. Dale will take up their abode in the residence formerly occupied by Dr. B. C. Cheeseman.

--------------------

A Wedding at Depauville

(penciled in year: 1890)

Invitations had been extended to a small circle of their most intimate friends to attend the marriage of Mr. Frank G. Seeber and Miss Fannie M. Smith, at Depauville on Wednesday, Dec. 25. The ceremony was performed by Rev. B. G. Blaisdell at 12 o’clock M, at the residence of the bride’s father, Mr. Sullivan Smith. The parties are highly esteemed among their associates, and have the best wishes of all who know them.

--------------------

WAGNER-GRANT

A very pleasant social time was had at the residence of Mr. Alvah Grant in Depauville, on Wednesday evening, Jan. 22, it being the occasion of the marriage of his daughter Miss Mary M., and Mr. George Wagner. Both these young people are very highly esteemed by all their acquaintances, the lady having taught several very successful terms of school in that vicinity. The ceremony was performed by Rev. L. R. Grant at about 8 o’clock, after which justice was done to the ample refreshments provided.

--------------------

(penned in date: 14 February 1890

(also penned in was a corrected name for the bride: Estella Hoan)

We have to announce another event of considerable importance, viz., the wedding of Mr. John Ayers and Miss Stella Hone. They pronounced the solemn vows the 18th inst., in St. Vincent de Paul’s church, Rev. Father Kelly officiating. Mr. Joseph Mason and William Constance were attendants while Miss Roselia Hone, the bride’s sister and Miss Ella Dunlap were bridesmaid’s. The many friends of the happy young couple wish them much joy, and hope their journey down the river of wedding life may be as calm and pleasant as the gentle breeze of a summer’s day.

--------------------

WEDDING BELLS

DILLENBACK-LINGENFELTER

The spacious farm residence of Mr. W. H. Lingenfelter’s near this village, was filled to overflowing Wednesday evening Dec. 22, with friends gathered to witness the marriage of their daughter Elma, to Mr. Fred Dillenback, of Three Mile Bay. The weather was the best of the season thus far. After arriving at the home the writer found fully two hundred guests already present. At six o’clock, Rev. D. F. Pierce of this village, performed his happy duty in his accustomed pleasing manner, after which the congratulations of the guests were offered. Then came the sumptous (sic) repast, which to say the least was a triumph of the culinary art. After supper a social hour added its enjoyment to the happy occasion, after which the guests separated for their several homes wishing the newly-wed many joys and pleasure for the future.

Note by transcriptionist: The following is a more elaborate write-up - taken from my Lingenfelter Family History:

The following represents the contents of an undated clipping sent to me by Mrs. Pauline Zach of Clayton on July 12, 1999 (by Shirley Farone)

WEDDING BELLS

DILLENBACK-LINGENFELTER

The spacious farm residence of Mr. W. H. Lingenfelter's near this village, was filled to overflowing Wednesday evening Dec. 22, with friends gathered to witness the marriage of their daughter Elma, to Mr. Fred Dillenback, of Three Mile Bay. The weather was the best of the season thus far. After arriving at the home the writer found fully two hundred guests already present. At six o'clock, Rev. D. F. Pierce of this village, performed his happy duty in his accustomed pleasing manner, after which the congratulations of the guests were offered. Then came the sumptuous repast, which to say the least was a triumph of the culinary art. After supper a social hour added its enjoyment to the happy occasion, after which the guests separated for their several homes wishing the newly-wed (sic) many joys and pleasures for the future. A partial list of the presents is as follows: Toilet set, H. R. Norton; water set, Miss Babcock and Chas. Sylvester; silver teapot, Luke Schell and Wm. Harter; water set, J. W. Little and wife; silver butter knife; plaque with thermometer, H. S. Barker and wife; silver sugar bowl, W. Wetterhahn; 1 doz. linen napkins, John and Mary Downes; ditto. G. H. McKinley; linen towel, Carrie Sherman; ditto, Nettie Garlock; ditto, Mrs. F. Devendorf; china milk pitcher and 1 doz. silver tea spoons, Henry Lingenfelter; doz. silver forks, Abner Smith and wife; pair china vases, Emma Walt; chamber set, Chas. Rasback and wife; cash, Ephriam Halladay and wife, Lewis Lingenfelter and wife, Geo. Garlock and wife, Theo. Brigham and wife, H. Harter and wife, Mrs. M. Lingenfelter, Peter Snell and wife, Deforest Halliday; linen towel, Truman Daniels and wife; silver sugar spoon and butter knife. Fred Haas and wife; pair china cups and saucers, A. E. Potter and wife; china cup and saucer, Peter Shultz; doz. silver forks, J. T. Hubbard and wife; marble top bible stand, Emmett Porter and wife; carpet sweeper, A. D. Lowe and wife; upholstered chair, J. W. McCombs and wife, Wm. Consaul and wife, Dr. McCombs and wife. T. E. Walt and wife, Dr. McIlmoyl and wife, W. O. Whitney and wife, Silas Consaul and wife; chair tidy, Maggie Putnam; hanging lamp, Chas. and John Lingenfelter; bed spread, Albert Putnam and wife; table spread, Wendall Heyl and wife; pair flannel blankets Mrs. Amelia Dillenback; hanging lamp, Peter Hart, Chas. J. Lingenfelter, E. Ormsby, W. Sampson, W. Littlefield; silver sauce ladle, Bert Dillenback; silver cake basket Gus Wetterhahn, sr. (sic); silver sugar bowl, W. F. Howk; silver casto (?), Mr. J. Andrus and wife; set silver tea spoons, Mrs. S. E. Collins; set silver knives, Mr. L. C. Otis and wife; silver cake basket, Mr. A. J. Dillenbeck and wife; mustache cup, Mrs. Richard Terry; pair china cups and saucers, Mrs. Nelson Easton; (--------------------------------------------------------) (end of the article as given to me -- the clipping was obviously incomplete when it was xeroxed)

--------------------

(penned in date: Jan. 22, 1890)

DEPAUVILLE, Jan. 27. -- A quiet home wedding occurred at the residence of Mrs. Augustus Schnauber, on the evening of the 22nd of January; at which time her daughter Libbie was married to Mr. J. M. Linnell. The ceremony was performed by Rev. C. M. Thompson, of Clayton. At the close an elegant lunch was served and hugely enjoyed by those present. The happy couple were the recipients of a number of very handsome presents, among which were several pieces of elegant silver ware.

--------------------

Hymenial.

The spacious farm residence of C. M. Reynolds near Depauville, Jefferson county, presented a brilliant appearance last Wednesday evening, the occasion being the marriage of their daughter, Miss Libbie, to Dr. B. C. Cheeseman, of Depauville.

At an early hour the parlors were thronged with guests, there being nearly 125 present. At the appointed hour Miss May Fox, who presided at the piano, played a wedding march, the bridal party took their places under an umbrella of autumn leaves and vines, and the bridal ceremony was performed by Rev. M. M. Rice, of Heuvelton, St. Lawrence county.

The bride was supported by her sisters, the Misses Emma and Mattie Reynolds, attended by A. T. Smith, of Depauville, and Edson Getman, of Theresa. The bride was attired in light olive satin, profusely trimmed with lace. The bridesmaids wore pink nuns veiling and lace. The bride’s mother wore black velvet and satin, and nearly all the lady guests wore handsome costumes.

A sumptuous collation was served in the dining room, and the company dispersed at a late hour with most heartfelt congratulations and good wishes to Dr. and Mrs. Cheeseman, who start out on their matrimonial life voyage under such happy auspices.

--------------------

MARRIED.

STEELE-CORNWELL -- At the residence of Elias F. Powell, Cape Vincent, June 24th, by the Rev. S. W. Strowger, Mr. Harvey W. Steele, of Watertown and Miss Etta L. Cornwell, of Cape Vincent.

STEELE-CORNWELL

At two o’clock Wednesday afternoon June 24th, there occurred at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. E. F. Powell, near St. Lawrence, the marriage of their granddaughter Etta L. Cornwell to Harvey W. Steele of Watertown. The ceremony was performed by Rev. S. W. Strowger, rector of St. John’s Episcopal church of Cape Vincent. Promptly at 2 P. M., the bride and groom took their places and were pronounced man and wife. The beautiful ritual of the Episcopal church being used. After they had received congratulations all present were ushered into the dining room to partake of a tempting collation. They were the recipients of many presents. The newly married couple left on the evening train for Watertown which will be their future home. The groom is a rising young lawyer of Watertown of steady habits, genial mien and much promise. The bride is well known as an accomplished young lady, loved by all to whom she is known for her sterling worth. Many friends join in wishing them a happy life.

--------------------

FRY-FILLHART -- At No. 4 Front street, this city, Feb. 13th 1890, by Rev. J. R. Kenyon, Clinton Fry and Miss Libbie M. Fillhart, both of Depauville, N. Y.

--------------------

Ashbocker - Corp.

The marriage of Miss Clara Eliza Corp and Mr. George Peter Ashbocker was solemnized last Wednesday evening at the residence of the bride’s father, Mr. David T. Corp. The wedding was very quiet, only relatives and immediate friends being present. An impressive ceremony was performed by the Rev. A. D. Webster, of the M. E. church, Clayton. The rooms were profusly (sic) decorated with flowers and potted plants. After receiving congratulations of their friends the happy couple and invited guests returned to the dining room which was metamorphosed into a banquet hall, and full justice was done to the tempting viands. The bride and groom are well and favorable (sic) known and the esteem in which they are held was shown in the many elegant presents they received. May their future life be one of happiness. Mr. and Mrs. Ashbocker departed early Thursday morning for Brockport, Rochester and other points in western New York.

--------------------

This time it is the marriage of Miss Mary Snell, at the residence of her parents Mr. and Mrs. Albert G. Snell, Clayton Centre, to Mr. A. Schnauber, Depauville on Thursday evening Jan 1, ‘91. Rev. B. G. Blaisdell of Depauville was the officiating clergyman. The ceremony was performed at 7 o’clock after which a bountiful wedding supper was served. Numerous and valuable presents will attest to the regard in which the parties are held. Their large circle of friends are glad to know that they will continue to reside in this locality.

Note: There was a note penned beside the article: Augustus Lewis Sch.

--------------------

CHAUMONT.

(year penciled in: 1890)

The marriage of Hector Adams and Sarah Haas took place at the home of the bride, April 2d, at 3 o’clock. The ceremony was performed in the presence of about fifty relatives and friends, by Rev. Wm. Cleveland. The bride was becomingly dressed in green faille and wore a bouquet of red roses. The presents were numerous and useful. Among the most noticeable was a china tea set, from Presbyterian choir, of which the couple were members, and a dinner set from J. F. George. Among the guests from out of town was F. King and family of Watertown.

--------------------

Lafargeville.

Thursday afternooon, August 14th, Clinton Snell and Ethel Walrath of this village were married at the M. E. church by their pastor, Rev. Mr. Story. There were many present to witness the ceremony. The bride looked very pretty in a handsome cream-colored dress, tastefully trimmed. The church was beautifully decorated for the occasion. After refreshments had been served at the home of the bride, the young and happy couple left for a trip to Montreal with the best wishes of their many friends.

--------------------

Wedding Bells.

The people of Lafargeville and vicinity were not a little surprised to learn that two more of their much esteemed friends were going to endeavor to prove that marriage was not a failure. The couple who undertook to solve this problem were Mr. George Crandall of Lafargeville and Miss Amelia Minnie Eiss of Stone Mills. They were married at the home of the bride’s parents, Tuesday June 2nd, at 3:00 p.m. by W. H. Bently, pastor of the Methodist Protestant church of Lafargeville.

The wedding was a very quiet affair and no guests were present but the members of the family and their assistants. Miss Ida Baltz was bridesmaid and Mr. Bert Eiss was groomsman. The bride was very prettily dressed in a suit of drab silk.

After the ceremony the happy couple left for Watertown and a trip among Mr. Crandall’s friends, where they will spend their honeymoon.

Miss Minnie being an only daughter, and having proven herself helpful and affectionate, it was especially hard for Mrs. Eiss to see the light go from her home to illumine another, but she loved her daughter too well to stand in the way of her happiness.

Congratulations to you George, you conducted a still hunt, but you secured royal game. Madame gossip is frowning over you because you did not allow her to herald your courtship and intended marriage, but the rest of us will forgive you, and a cordial welcome awaits you and your bonnie bride at our homes and church when your bridal tour is over.

--------------------

The residence of H. T. Stowel, of Millens Bay, was the scene of a very happy event last Wednesday afternoon, it being the occasion of the marriage of their youngest daughter, Addie, to a Mr. Reynolds, of Corltand, N. Y. A hearty response to about eight-five invitations brought together about as many relatives and friends, each bestowing upon the bride presents costly and numerous, as tokens of the respect and esteem for their friend. Miss Stowell is a young lady who has many warm friends, all of whom will regret deeply her departure from their midst, but who all join with us in wishing herself and husband a bon voyage along the journey of wedded life. Mr. Reynolds is a rising young druggists in Cortland.

--------------------

(date penciled in - Jan. 8 (or 3), 1891)

Mr. Dewitt Osborne and Miss Kate Parker were united in marriage on Friday last. Many of their friends wish them a long and happy wedded life.

--------------------

A Quiet Wedding.

On last Tuesday morning at 11:00 o’clock occurred the marriage of William R. Ratchford, of this village, and Miss Katie Dewey, of Chaumont, at the residene (sic) of the bride in the above place. Mr. Ratchford is the son of James Ratchford, of this village, and is a highly respected young man and has a wide circle of friends and acquaintances. Miss Dewey is a young lady of rare accomplishments and is a general favorite in Chaumont. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Dewey. Rev. W. N. Cleveland, of Chaumont, performed the ceremony. The wedding was a quite one, only a few of the contracting parties’ nearest relatives being present.

The happy couple left on the afternoon train for a short weddiing tour to Syracuse and Niagara Falls, and are expected in Clayton about Monday, which place they will make their future home. We extend best (incomplete).

--------------------

Wedding Bells.

On Wednesday, the 27th inst., a very pleasant ceremony took place in St. John’s church, Lafargeville, the occasion being the marriage of Mr. Olin L. Winslow, of Depauville, and Miss Rosella M., daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Michael Nestor, of the former place.

The bride is a popular young lady, well known as a successful teacher of the schools of that vicinity. The groom is a promising young man, and a general favorite with all who know him. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Father Brice, of Clayton, in the presence of the relatives and friends of the contracting parties. The bridesmaid was Miss Mary B. Nestor, sister of the bride, and Mr. C. Winslow, of this city, brother of the groom, acted as best man. Miss Dora L. Norton, of Depauville, presided at the organ and rendered the wedding march with fine effect. Mr. William Pelo, of Clayton, acted as usher. After the ceremony the bridal party repaired to the bride’s parents, where a bountiful repast awaited them, after which the happy couple left on the evening train for Syracuse, Cortland and other points of interest.

Mr. and Mrs. Winslow were the recipients of many useful and beautiful presents. That their future may be a bright and happy one, is the wish of their many friends.

--------------------

Mr. Frank Miller and Bertha Babcock were joined in matrimony at the residence of S. Schermerhorn on the 28th ult., Rev. E. H. Joy officiating.

--------------------

MARRIED.

LIDDY-SEEBER -- April 20th, 1890, by Frank D. Seeber, at his residence in Brownville, George M. Liddy, of St. Lawrence, town of Cape Vincent and Edith E. Seeber, of Hounsfield.

--------------------

MARRIED.

LEE-WINMILL --- At St. Lawrence Hotel, Cape Vincent, May 15, by Rev. R. R. Wightman, Jay V. (?) Lee and Miss Deila H. Winmill, both of Clayton.

--------------------

JUNE A WEDDING MONTH.

(year penciled in: 1892)

Cupids (sic) darts fall faster this beautiful month than during any other one of the twelve. Numerous weddings are occurring around, but the ones which people are mostly interested in are the following.

CALDERWOOD-LINGENFELTER.

At the home of the bride near this village, Wednesday afternoon at 2 o’clock occurred the marriage of Miss Nellie C. Lingenfelter, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Lingenfelter, to Robert H. Calderwood, of Johnstown, N. Y. Rev. A. D. Webster, of this village, performed the ceremony. Miss Affie L. Caverly, of Carthage, was the bridesmaid, and Mr. Fayette E. Moyer, of Johnstown, was the best man. A reception was held after the ceremony and a very elaborate colation (sic) was served. The wedding presents were numerous, costly and elegant. Among the many friends from away were: Mrs. David B. Calderwood, mother of the groom, Fayette E. Moyer, Johnstown, N. Y.; A. E. Hess, Rutland, Vt.; D. Babcock, Smithville, N. Y., Mr. and Mrs. D. H. Hubbard, Mrs. W. M. Vincent, Misses Addie Chaufty and Affie L. Caverly, Carthage; Mr. and Mrs. A. M. Samdson, Sterlingville; Miss Minnie William, Adams; Mr. and Mrs. Charles Castle, Felts Mills; Mrs. J. A. Clough, Utica.

Mr. and Mrs. Calderwood left on the 4:55 train for a short wedding trip after which they will go to Johnstown, N. Y., their future home.

--------------------

PECK-HUBBARD.

The marriage of Miss Margaret, only daughter of Mrs. E. M. Hubbard, and Frank H. Peck, district attorney of this county, were married at the bride’s home Wednesday at 2 p.m., Rev. J. E. Walton, of Christ church, officiated. Guests from Buffalo, Watertown, Syracuse, and other places were present. Mr. and Mrs. Peck will reside in Watertown.

--------------------

Child-Sargent.

(penned in year - 1891)

Mr. Samuel Child and Miss Minnie Sargent, both of this city were united in marriage at the home of the bride on Thursday afternoon. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Dr. S. A. Hayt and witnessed by a company of relatives and friends. Geoerge H. Walker and Irving J. Morris were the ushers. The many friends of the young people extend hearty congratulations.

--------------------

Potter-Mount.

One of the most interesting events in the social history of Three Mile Bay occurred yesterday afternoon in that lively little village, when Miss Emma L. Mount, the only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. D. D. Mount, was married to Dr. George A. Potter, of Cape Vincent.

The ceremony was performed at the M. E. church, Rev. Webster, of Clayton, officiating. As the young people of the village could not remember ever having the privilege of witnessing a “church wedding” in their town, they improved the opportunity and filled the church, the schools having closed in time for the ceremony.

Friends of the bride had with deft fingers made the interior of the church beautiful with decorations. Back of the altar stood potted plants, over the center was suspended a bell of evergreens and holly, and at the aisle were an arch of evergreen and gates festooned with evergreen and ribbon.

Promptly at 3 o’clock the bridal party entered the church and proceeded to the altar, while Mendelssohn’s wedding march was rendered by Miss Kate Schuyler, under whose skillful touch the grand old piece lost none of its solemn effect. In advance were the bridesmaids, Miss Jerome Hubbard and Miss Grace Tripp, the former in brocade silk and smilax, the latter in yellow brocade silk with roses. After the floral gates were opened by the bridesmaids, the other of the party passed through, first the groomsmen, Messrs. Potter and McKinley, and then the ushers Messrs. Rider and Combs. Following these came the little maid of honor, Helen Shepard, in yellow silk, and carrying a bouquet of carnations. The bride, in white silk and bridal roses, followed, leaning upon the arm of her uncle.

At the altar the groom met the bridal party, when the ceremony was performed in a most impressive manner. At the conclusion the party left the altar, preceded by the maid of honor, while admiring friends pronounced the happy couple as handsome as they could wish.

A brilliant reception was held immediately afterward at the home of the bride’s parents, which was attended by fifty of the relatives and friends.

The happy couple left in the evening for their future home, Cape Vincent, but not before they had been plentifully showered with rice and been pursued by the proverbial shoe.

Among the guests from out of town were: Miss Grace Tripp, Miss Ella Tripp, Mrs. H. S. Wardwell, Mrs. I. N. Miller, Mrs. W. J. Shepard, Miss Helen Shepard and Miss Fanny Wells, of this city; Dr. Potter and daughters, Lafargeville; Mr. and Mrs. U. S. Miller, Mrs. R. Saunders, Cape Vincent; Miss Emma Webster, Clayton; Miss Maud Horton, Chaumont.

--------------------

MARRIED.

(date in pencil 1892)

VANDERWALKER-COLE -- At the M. E. parsonage, Clayton, Nov. 3 by Rev. A. D. Webser, Mr. Charles S. Vandewalker (sic) of Omar, and Miss Alice M. Cole of Depauville.

Two notices on one clipping:

McKEEVER-BAKER -- At the M. E. parsonage, Clayton, Nov. 5, 1892, by Rev. A. D. Webster, Mr. John McKeever and Miss Nellie Baker, all of St. Lawrence, N. Y.

--------------------

MARRIED.

CORBIN-MISER -- In this city, Jan. 20th, 1892, by Rev. S. A. Hayt, S. T. D., Hermon J. Corbin and the Miss Ottile (unclear) A. Miser, both of this city.

--------------------

(year inked in: 1892)

Dexter C. Chaumont and Miss Mary J. Fader, both of North Wilna, were recently united in marriage, at the M. E. parsonage, in this village, by Rev. C. M. Smith.

--------------------

(year inked in: 1892)

HYDE-CARRL -- At the home of W. J. Ely, Chaumont, N. Y., Dec. 3 by the Rev. W. H. Baker, Nathan S. Hyde of Clayton, and Miss Lidda Carrl, of the town of Lyme.

--------------------

SCHUYRER-BALTZ --- At Clayton, Jan. 19, 1893, by Rev. T. A. Story, Mr. Frank Schuyrer, of Omar, and Miss Sarah Baltz, of Clayton.

DEMPSTER-HOOVER -- At Pamelia, Jan. 24, 1893, by Rev. E. S. Cheeseman, David E. Dempster, of Theresa, and Miss Anna A. Hoover, of Pamelia.

PETTIT-McINTYRE -- At Brownville, Jan. 25, 1893, by Rev. George Ernst, George W. Pettit and Miss Sophrona L. McIntyre, both of Clayton.

--------------------

DANIELS-HARTER -- In this city, Feb. 22, 1893, by Rev. Albert P. Palmer, Truman H. Daniels, of Depauville, and Miss Amy A. Harter, of Watertown.

--------------------

A Surprise Party.

A genuine surprise party was given at the residence of T. T. Daniels near Depauville, on Thursday evening, Feb. 23, in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Truman Daniels, Jr., who were married in Watertown the day before. Despite the tempestuous storm of that day about fifty friends and neighbors participated in the enjoyments of the evening. A bounteous supper was served at 8 p. m., and was a credit to those who had a hand in its preparation. Many useful presents were tendered the newly wedding pair which consisted of furniture, silverware, table linen, crockery, twenty-five dollars in money, etc., and were tokens of esteem in which they were held by their many friends. Among those noticed from a distance were Mr. and Mrs. H. Harter, Watertown; Mr. and Mrs. Alden Osborn, Dexter; Mr. and Mrs. John Lingenfelter, Three Mile Bay; Mr. and Mrs. Hausner, Brownville; Mr. and Mrs. Nelson Lingenfelter and Mr. and Mrs. Adelbert Daniels, Chaumont. A most enjoyable time was had till the small hours of early morning when all departed for their homes in merry mood, pronouncing it the event of the season.

--------------------

CORNWELL-HARTMAN -- At the home of W. D. Phillips, in Watertown, N. Y., Jan. 29, 1896, by Rev. Robert Flint, Mr. William Cornwell, of St. Lawrence, N. Y. and Mrs. Sarah A. Hartman, of Lafargeville, N. Y.

--------------------

Depauville.

(date in pen: 6 Sept. 1893)

Mr. W. I. Easton and Miss Rosella M. Hoan, of Cape Vincent, were married at the residence of Mrs. L. W. Soule, at Cape Vincent on Wednesday, Sept. 6th, by the Rev. W. S. Kelley. The ceremony occurred at 2 o’clock p.m., Mr. Ed Sternburg acting as groomsman and Miss Alberta Hoan as bridesmaid. A wedding party at Mr. Eastman’s residence just outside this village was a very enjoyable occasion. At about 6 o’clock the guests, consisting of relatives and the pastor of the Baptist church and wife, began to assemble. Just before 7 o’clock, the happy pair arrived and were cordially greeted by those who had assembled at their home. Supper was immediately served, after which the evening was spent in a social manner. The hour for departure having arrived the guests, after assuring Mr. and Mrs. Easton of a very enjoyable evening and wishing them a long and happy life, separated and will cherish pleasant memories of the wedding party.

--------------------

Schnauber-Putnam.

(date written in ink: 4 Oct 1893)

At Depauville, Wednesday evening, Oct. 4, 1893, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Putnam, occurred the marriage of their youngest daughter, Maggie, to Augustus E. Schnauber, of Depauville, at 6:30 p.m. To the strains of the wedding march, rendered by Mrs. T. A. Story, the bridal couple moved to their places under a wheel composed of white and green. Rev. T. A. Story, assisted by Rev. W. A. Haven, performed the simple but impressive ceremony of the Methodist Episcopal Church. After receiving congratulations Mr. and Mrs. Schnauber led the way to the supper room where an elegant repast was served. The bride was beautiful in her dress of white serge trimmed with white bengaline silk. She wore smilax very prettily arranged and carried a bouquet of white chrysanthemums. White slippers and gloves completed the charming outfit. The groom wore the conventional black with white gloves. The presents were numerous and beautiful, consisting mostly of silver, linen and fine glass ware. Over one hundred guests were present and a most enjoyable evening was spent in conversation and music. Altogether it was one of the prettiest home weddings of the season. The bride and groom are popular young people and a host of friends wish them a happy life.

--------------------

Putnam-Rice.

(year handwritten: 1891)

One of the most enjoyable occasions of the season occurred at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. T. Putnam of this place, at 3 P. M., Dec. 30, 1891, the event being the marriage of their daughter, Nettie A., to one of St. Lawrence’s most estimable young men, Albert E. Rice. The bride was attired in cream colored satin, adorned with pearls. The groom was attired in an evening suit of black. At the appointed hour, strains of the wedding march (rendered by Prof. Tucker) were heard and the bride and groom took their places under a beautiful arch of white twined with myrtle. Over them hung a beautiful bell of the same. The room was tastefully decorated with cedars and flowers. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. S. M. Warn, pastor of the M. E. church of this place. After the ceremony about fifty of the invited guests repaired to the dining-room, where they partook of a bountiful feast.

The newly-wedded couple received many costly presents, and the warmest congratulations of their many friends. Both are zealous workers in the Temperance cause, being members of the local lodge of Good Templars.

--------------------

Eddy-Mitchell.

(year handwritten: 1892)

Stone Mills has seldom witnessed a more brilliant event than occurred at the home of Hon. Isaac Mitchell, March 30th, the occasion being the marriage of their youngest daughter, Sadie L., to Dr. E. E. Eddy, of Redwood, N. Y.

At 2 P. M. as the wedding march pealed forth from the piano under the skillful touch of Mrs. Bluvnis (?), of LaFargeville, the happy couple marched into the parlor, thronged with guests, the parents and friends of the bride in position on the left, the mother and friends of the groom in positions on the right, where Rev. W. H. Bently, pastor of the Methodist Protestant church of LaFargeville, using the pleasant ceremony of his church, joined them as husband and wife.

The bride wore a costume in white crepon trimmed with lace and pearls, and carried a large bouquet of white roses. Her carriage during the ceremony was that of dignified repose. The groom wore the customary black and in carriage and appearance showed himself worthy of his winsom (sic) bride. After the ceremony and the usual congratulations and good wishes, refreshments were served in attractive style, all present doing ample justice to the choice viands.

--------------------

Wedded at Gouverneur.

GOUVERNEUR, Sept. 22. -- A pleasant wedding occurred Wednesday evening, at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. L. M. Gardner. Their daughter, Miss Jessie, was married to Dr. I. Edwin Booth, of New York. The ceremony was performed by Rev. M. W. Chase, of Ogdensburg, a former pastor of the bride, assisted by Rev. A. F. Dibble.

The best man was Dr. J. M. Smith of Watertown. Miss Clara Chase, of Fulton, was maid of honor, and L. R. Washburn and W. H. Hadcock, of Watertown, the ushers. The bride was handsomely attired in white crepe de chene, en-train, and veil. She carried bride roses. The interior of the house was handsomely and tastefully decorated with ferns, smilax, clematis and potted plants. The wedding march was played acceptably. There were about 60 guests present, and after they had congratulated the happy couple, they were served with an elegant collation prepared by Caterer E. D. Gorman, of this village. Dr. and Mrs. Booth were the recipients of many choice and costly presents, as evidences of the regard in which they are held by their friends. Among the guests present from out of town were Mr. and Mrs. H. G. Booth, of Rodman, parents of the groom; Miss Della Smith, of Watertown; Miss Booth, of New York; Miss Bruce of Lowville, and Mrs. H. S. Wilson, of Potsdam.

Amid a shower of rice, the happy couple left on the midnight train for the south on their wedding journey. On their return, they will make their home in New York city, where Dr. Booth is engaged in the practice of his profession. The many friends of the newly married couple extend their best wishes for their future prosperity and happiness.

--------------------

MARRIED.

ARNIEL-DEWEY -- At Watertown, N. Y., Oct. 1st, 1892, by Rev. S. A. Hayt, S. T. D., Robert A. Arniel, of Cape Vincent and Mrs. Clara M. Wilcox Dewey, of Chaumont.

--------------------

WECKESSER-HAMMOND -- At the home of the bride’s parents, at Rutland, June 15, by Rev. S. A. Hayt, S. T. D., Frederick J. Weckesser, of Watertown, N. Y., and Anna E. Hammond, of Rutland.

--------------------

(handwritten date: 1892)

Cards have been received announcing the marriage of Mr. Frederick Leonard and Miss Hattie Thomas, of Saint Rigis (sic). Miss Thomas is a young lady well known in this community and was a popular teacher in our public schools. Many friends extend congratulations.

--------------------

WALRATH-DAVIS -- At Sandy Creek, Aug. 30, by Rev. E. F. Maine, Merton A. Walrath, of Depauville, to Miss Stella M. Davis, of Lorraine.

--------------------

SHELDON-NIMS -- In this city, Nov. 15, 1892, by Rev. Albert P. Palmer, Sidney S. Sheldon and Miss Kate T. Nims, both of Clayton.

--------------------

Allen-Hanson.

(handwritten date: May 25, 1892)

At the home of the bride in this village at 3:30 p.m., Wednesday, occurred the marriage of Miss Mabel Hanson, of Clayton, and Mr. Melzer Allen, of Cleveland, O., Rev. C. M. Thompson, of the Baptist Church, performing the ceremony. The bride is a daughter of E. Hanson and has a large circle of friends. The groom, until recently a resident of this village, holds an excellent position in the Globe Iron Works, Cleveland, O. The presents received were both beautiful and valuable. Only the immediate relatives of the contracting parties were present. Mr. and Mrs. Allen left on the evening train for a visit to Syracuse, Niagara Falls and Buffalo, after which they leave for their new home in Cleveland.

--------------------

(handwritten year: 1892)

McCombs-DODGE -- In Carthage, April 27, by Rev. R. J. Thompson, Mr. John A. McCombs to Miss Lellie (sic) L. Dodge, both of Great Bend.

Nellie Dodge and John McCoombs (sic), of this place, were united in marriage at the Baptist parsonage in Carthage, Wednesday evening of last week, by Rev. R. J. Thompson. Their many friends wish them a happy future.

--------------------

A Happy Marriage.

(handwritten year: 1892)

LaFARGEVILLE, Feb. 5. -- At 6 P. M. on Wednesday, the 27th of January, at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Eckert, of LaFargeville, occurred the marriage of Miss Anna E. Whittier and George B. Schnauber, both of Depauville. The ceremony was performed by Rev. T. A. Story, pastor of the M. E. church of LaFargeville, Mr. and Mrs. Schnauber received the hearty congratulations of their friends. The bride was very becomingly attired, and the groom wore the conventional black. The presents were many and elegant, and testified to the high esteem in which the bride and groom are held. The wedding was a pretty home affair, and as, at a late hour, the guests bade Mr. and Mrs. Schnauber good night, it was with many earnest wishes that their journey together through life might indeed be a happy one.

--------------------

(handwritten date: 1891)

At the Baptist parsonage, Thursday, December 24th occurred the marriage of Abram J. Graves to Miss Francis Rebecca Hill, Rev. C. M. Thompson officiating. The contracting parties have many friends who extend congratulations.

--------------------

GASKELL-RURY -- At the parsonage in Philadelphia, Oct. 6, by Rev. L. B. Gray, George Caskell of Natural Bridge, and Miss Eva A. Rury of Clayton.

--------------------

(handwritten date: 1892)

Mr. Charles Baker and Miss Hattie Satchwell were united in marriage by the Rev. T. E. Sherman, Wednesday, Feb. 3rd. Mr. and Mrs. Baker only made the short trip to Syracuse and back, which was enough for any ordinary sensible couple. They are now making their home with Mrs. VanSchaick on Basin street. We all join in extending to them our best wishes.

--------------------

SWARTOUT-WETTERHAHN --At the Crowner House, Feb. 9, 1892, by Rev. J. B. Kenyon, Ellsworth L. Swartout, of St. Lawrence, and Miss Kate R. Wetterhahn, of Depauville.

--------------------

(handwritten year: 1892)

Mr. Ed. Swartout, of St. Lawrence, and Miss Wetterhahn, of Three Mile Creek, were united in the holy bonds of matrimony last week. We all unite in rendering our hearty congratulations. They will reside with his parents until spring and then he will take the farm formerly occupied by his brother near Clayton Center.

--------------------

(handwritten date: 1891)

The marriage of Edward C. Lewis and Miss Ada F. Gardner, of Thousand Island park, occurred at that place, Thursday, Nov. 5th. Both parties are well known in this vicinity and have a large circle of friends.

--------------------

MARRIED.

LINGENFELTER-ZIMMER -- At Ogdensburg, N. Y., Aug. 12, 1891, by Rev. L. Merrill Miller, D. D., of the Presbyterian church, Willis Peyton Lingenfelter, of Clayton, and Minnie Ella Zimmer, of Alexandria.

--------------------

LITTLEFIELD-MISER -- At the M. E. parsonage, Clayton, Aug. 10, by Rev. A. D. Webster, William H. Littlefield, of Clayton, and Miss Allie May Miser, of Watertown.

--------------------

(handwritten date: 1891)

OTIS-CASE -- At the home of the bride’s parents , in Omar, N. Y., by W. H. Bently, Sept. 16, 1891, Mr. Henry D. Otis of Pamelia, and Miss Alta C. Case, of Omar, N. Y.

--------------------

(handwritten date: 1891)

Married -- At Cape Vincent, the home of the bride, March 31. Mr. Perrin Strough, of this place, and Miss Clara Whittemore. May their future life be one of happiness. April 6. LENAH.

See Sections II and III for more wedding write-ups and an additional category called "Miscellaneous Clippings from Evelyn Charlebois' Scrapbook."

Copyright 2001, ©:, by Shirley Farone