SECTION III

NEWSCLIPPINGS

WEDDINGS IN THE LA FARGEVILLE-DEPAUVILLE AREA
(and surrounding communities)

OF

JEFFERSON COUNTY, N. Y.

 

From Scrapbooks Preserved
by
Evelyn Charlebois

 

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Babcock - Dodge.

(Handwritten date: Sept. 27,1899)

A very pretty home wedding occurred last evening at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. F. L. Atwood, 50 Factory street, this city, when their neice (sic), Miss Maude M. Dodge, a superior and attractive young lady of Depauville, was united in marriage to Edwin T. Babcock, one of Depauville’s promising young men. The cosy (sic) parlor seemed to breathe the welcoming and good wishes which every one felt.

At 8:30 the bridal group took their places. The grooms were Ward Dodge and L. F. Atwood, while Miss Celia Atwood and Miss Frances Morrison acted as bridesmaids. The ceremony was performed by Rev. B. G. Sanford, of this city, and glad congratulations followed. Refreshments were served, and music and mirth indulged in until the company broke up.

Besides the residents of the house, several guests were present from Depauville and several from this city and vicinity.

Mr. and Mrs. Babcock expect to reside in Depauville.

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Gonseth - Walrath.

(handwritten date 28 Feb 1900)

A pleasant event occurred Tuesday afternoon at 3 at the residence of Rev. B. G. Blaisdell, at Brownville. It was the marriage of Fred G. Gonseth, of Sanfords Corners, and Miss Stella Walrath, of Chaumont. The ceremony was performed by Rev. B. G. Blaideell and was witnessed by only a few relatives of the young people.

The bride was attended by Miss Lizzy Knutty as maid of honor and Miles Gonseth acted as best man.

The bride was handsomely dressed in blue, and the maid of honor was prettily attired in light gray.

Following the ceremony the wedding party were driven to the Romang house where an excellent wedding supper was partaken.

Mr. and Mrs. Gonseth left on the evening excursion train for New York amid a shower of rice and the best wishes of their friends. On their return Mr. and Mrs. Gonseth will reside at Sanfrods Corners.

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MARRIED.

RICE-STORM -- At the M. E. parsonage in Chaumont, Feb. 28, 1900, by Rev. B. F. Wood, Sammy L. Rice, of the town of Cape Vincent, to Miss Bernice E. Storm, of the town of Lyme of Jefferson county, N. Y.

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Hart - Ripley.

(handwritten date: September 25, 1901)

Adams, Sept. 27. -- Sheridan S. Hart and Miss Nellie Ripley, two of our most popular young people, were married Wednesday afternoon at the home of the bride on Church street.

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FRAME-COLE -- At Cape Vincent at the bride’s home by the Rev. L. B. Gray, March 25, James L. Frame, of Watertown, and Mary C. Cole, of Cape Vincent.

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Gonseth - Nellis.

(handwritten year: 1900)

Depauville, Aug. 23 -- Yesterday at 1 p.m., at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Nellis, of this village, their daughter, Miss May, was united in marriage to John G. Gonseth. An evergreen bower had been arranged, festooned with cut flowers, sweet peas and orange blossoms. To this bower surrounded by potted plants of exquisite foliage and bright-hued blossoms, the fragrance of which perfumed the air, the bridal pair were escorted by F. G. Gonseth and Miss Lena R. Weaver, keeping step to the music of a march played by Mrs. Blaisdell.

The bride was attired in a traveling suit of mauve, carrying a bunch of orange blossoms in her hand. The groom wore the conventional black. The bridesmaid was dressed in brown venetian, while the best man wore the business black.

Mr. Gonseth is a partner of the enterprising firm of Lee & Gonseth, and enjoys the well merited confidence of all who know him. Miss Nellis is a teacher in the public schools. She has always enjoyed the highest esteem of the community and has the happy faculty of making friends wherever she goes.

The presents were numerous and valuable.

A wedding dinner was served by Cateress Mrs. Mary Patchin, with Mrs. Mary Whittier, assistant, which is a sufficient guarantee of its excellence. C. A. Whittier acted as usher. Rev. B. G. Blaisdell, formerly of Depauville, came up from Utica to perform the ceremony.

Mr. Theobold and wife, of Watertown; Hon. E. J. Seeber, of Adams, and local friends formed a happy gathering, of which a group-picture was taken just before Mr. Gonseth and wife started on their wedding tour amid a shower of rice and the best wishes of their friends. They will reside at Depauville.

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Dorland - Osborne.

Dexter, Feb. 22. -- One of the prettiest weddings of the year occurred at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. P. A. Osborne yesterday afternoon, when their daughter, Miss Jessie M. Osborne, was united in the bonds of matrimony to Carl P. Dorland, of Sandy Creek, in the presence of about 50 relatives and intimate friends.

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(handwritten year: 1900)

VINCENT - BAKER -- In Andover, N. Y., July 5 by Rev. W. B. Wagoner, Miss Rose L. Baker and John Estes Vincent of Cape Vincent.

 

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Whalley - Reeves.

(handwritten year: 1901)

Wednesday morning at 7:30 o’clock occurred the marriage of Luke Whalley and Miss Letta Reeves, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Martin Reeves, at their home in Brownville. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. C. H. Mockridge, rector of St. Paul’s, in the presence of the immediate relatives of the bride and groom, R. Leonard rendering Mendelssohn’s wedding march as the happy couple entered the parlor, which was prettily decorated with evergreens and ferns. The bride was attired in a traveling dress of blue pebbled cheviot. After the ceremony and congratulations a wedding breakfast was served.

Mr. and Mrs. Whalley left on the 9:35 train for New York. They will also visit friends in Utica and Rochester. They will reside in Watertown.

The bride is a bright and accomplished young lady, who recently resigned her position as stenographer in District Attorney Cobb’s office. The groom is the manager of Knowlton Bros.’ paper mill, and is a man of many honorable qualities.

Mr. and Mrs. Whalley have a host of friends who unite in wishing them a happy married life.

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Fox - Lingenfelter.

(handwritten year: 1900 -- Note: From typist’s file, the date was May 9, 1900)

Wednesday, May 9th, at 3 o’clock at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Nelson Lingenfelter, near Depauville, occurred the marriage of their only daughter, Lulu M., to Ross E. Fox. The Rev. B. B. Fairchild, formerly of Dexter, performed the impressive ring ceremony which made the happy couple man and wife. After congratulations, about 50 partook of a bountiful dinner served by Cateress Kennedy. The bride is a charming young lady, while the groom is a highly esteemed young man. The presents were many and very useful.

In the evening the Depauville cornet band, of which Mr. Fox is a member, gave an open air concert for the benefit of Mr. and Mrs. Fox. After they rendered some fine music, Nelson Lingenfelter invited the boys in and treated them to ice cream and cake.

Mr. and Mrs. Fox will be at home after the 16th.

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Wheeler - Babcock.

A. C. Wheeler and Miss M. A. Babcock were married at Brownville this morning at 9:30 by Rev. B. G. Blaisdell, C. Muldoon acting as best man and Miss M. M. Sherman as bridesmaid.

Mr. Wheeler is the son of J. D. Wheeler, a retired merchant of Copenhagen. For the last year he has served as clerk for A. D. Lowe of Depauville, where he has won a host of friends.

Miss Babcock is the daughter of C. D. Babcock of Depauville and has a large circle of friends who hold her in highest esteem.

Mr. and Mrs. Wheeler will visit Carthage, Trenton, Utica and Copenhagen and upon their return will make their home in Depauville.

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Harter - Timmerman.

On Wednesday, Feb. 14, 1900, Denison H. Timmerman, of Brownville, N. Y., was united in marriage with Miss Mabel Harter, of St. Lawrence. A few of the near relatives and friends were present at the home of the bride’s parents to witness the nuptials. At exactly high 12 the bride and groom entered the parlor timed by the soft music of the wedding march rendered by Miss Gertie Walrath.

The ceremony was performed by Rev. D. L. Phelps, pastor of the M. E. church of St. Lawrence, and after congratulations the company partook of a sumptuous wedding dinner and a little later the bride and groom departed on their wedding trip and short visit to friends.

Mr. and Mrs. Timmerman will reside in Brownville.

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Gale - Patchin.

Felts Mills, Sept. 12. -- A very quiet wedding occurred at the home of Mr. and Mrs. George F. Patchin near Felts Mills, Wednesday noon, Sept. 11, when their youngest daughter, Alvaretta, became the wife of Waddington Gale of Marin City, Mich.

The bride was gowned in a gray traveling suit and the groom in a black sack suit. The house was tastily trimmed with clematis, golden rod and ferns. Promptly at 12 m. the young couple were married by Rev. A. B. Corbin of Great Bend, the impressive ring ceremony being used.

Following the congratulations of the friends, all sat down to an elaborate wedding dinner prepared and served by Cateress Mrs. E. H. Sherman of Depauville, assisted by Mrs. B. A. Ainsworth. Only near relatives of the bride were present, these being besides the father and mother, G. H. Patchin and son Roy, Depauville; W. B. Patchin and family, Felts Mills, and Mrs. B. P. Hart, Clayton. The bride received several useful and handsome presents.

The wedding trip includes a visit at Clayton and a trip on the lakes to Marine City, Mich.

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Dorr - Fox.

(handwritten date: 4 February 1903)

Brownville, Feb. 4. -- At Black River, Feb. 4, occurred the marriage of F. H. Dorr of Depauville and Miss Lucy O. Fox of Black River, Rev. B. G. Blaisdell of Brownville officiating.

The ceremony was solemnized at the residence of the bride’s parents at 12. After a delectable lunch, the bridal party left for a wedding trip, to be absent about two weeks.

Mr. Dorr has always been esteemed as a rising young man of character and integrity. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Dorr.

The bride is the eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Fox, who live near the village of Black River, having moved from Depauville about a year ago. She is an accomplished young lady, and is held in the highest esteem by her many friends.

Upon their return Mr. Dorr will continue with his father in the mercantile business.

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Tracy - Schnauber

(handwritten date: 6 January 1904)

Lafargeville, Jan. 7. -- A very pleasant event occurred at the home of Mr. and Mrs. William Schnauber Wednesday, Jan. 6 when their only daughter, Jessie Elizabeth, was united in marriage to William E. Tracy by the the (sic) Rev. A. Hand, pastor of the M. E. church.

Promptly at 12 the bridal party entered the parlor to the strains of Lohengrin’s wedding march, played by Mrs. Jennie Schall, cousin of the bride, and took their places under an arch of lace and evergreens. The bride was becomingly attired in white crepe de chine with applique trimmings. After the ceremony, congratulations were extended, and a dinner was served at 1 to about 20 guests. The bride was the recipient of many beautiful gifts.

Mr. and Mrs. Tracy left on the 4:55 train for a short wedding trip. Both are popular young people and have the best wishes of many friends.

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MARRIED.

LINGENFELTER - SHERMAN -- At the M. E. parsonage, Brownville, Nov. 29, 1905, by Rev. W. H. Bury, Arthur Lingenfelter and Miss Lola Sherman, both of Brownville.

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Patch - Fulton.

(handwritten year: 1908)

Ogdensburg, Jan. 4. -- Miss Alice Fulton, youngest daughter of Mrs. William W. Fulton, formerly of Ogdensburg, was united in marriage with Prescott D. Patch of Depauville at the home of the bride’s sister, Mrs. J. N. Hatch, at Waddington, Thursday, by Rev. C. V. Kling. Only the immediate relatives witnessed the ceremony. The bride wore a blue broadcloth suit with hat to match. Luncheon was served to the guests present after which Mr. and Mrs. Patch left for Depauville where they intend making their home.

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(handwritten date: October 6 (?), 1903)

Benjamin Dodge and Miss Adelaide Haas of Depauville were married this afternoon at the home of the bride’s grandmother, Mrs. Regina Haas of Depauville. Mr. and Mrs. Dodge took the evening train here for New York. The bride, the accomplished daughter of Peter Haas of Arlington, South Dakota, is well and favorably known in this locality, where she has lived since her childhood with her grandmother. The groom is a well-to-do farmer of Depauville.

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(handwritten date: 26 Oct. 1881 Note: This was part of a column of miscellaneous news items -- items which will be reproduced in a separate section on this website. It will be called, “Miscellaneous Newsclippings from the Charlebois Scrapbook.")

---A very pleasant occasion occurred last Wednesday evening, Oct. 26th, when Nathan Easton and Mattie Whittier were united in marriage. Upwards of fifty invited guests and relatives assembled at the house of the bride’s father, David Whittier. The ceremony was performed by Rev. M. M. Rice. After the hearty greetings and congratulations were bestowed the company was invited to partake of the beautiful and tempting supper prepared with much care and good taste. A number made their presence to be remembered by making some useful presents. We mention some of the gifts: A set of glassware and one dozen salt-cellars from Mrs. L. Easton and daughter; a set of glassware and mustache cup and picture framed from H. G. Easton; glass water pitcher from Mrs. F. E. Bennett; a pair of vases and a picture framed from Jennie Kellogg; a butter knife from Fannie Smith; a set of tablespoons from Mrs. G. Halladay; a lamp from Florence Babcock; one from Miss M. E. Ryan; another from Wm. Easton; a silver cake-basket from Wm. Gaskill; a toilet set from his wife; a vegetable dish from Mrs. Whittier; set of knives and forks from G. Moyer,; a majolica cheese plate from Mrs. W. McNett; stereoscope and dozen views from E. A. Wright; table cloth and dozen napkins from Emma Winslow, Emma Wright and Sarah McOmber; smoking set from C. Easton; glass and silver pickle-castor from A. T. Smith, and one from Sarah Mount and Mary Seeber; washbowl and pitcher from Mrs. R. Casselman, another with a towel from Clarence Whittier; tidy from Mrs. M. Whittier; comb and brush from Clarence Whittier; a majolica meat plate from Mrs. G. Whittierson; majolica cake plate from Nellie Whittier; toilet set from Minnie Whittier; majolica bread plate from Mrs. J. Lingenfelter; $200 from V. Williams; silver butter-dish and knife from the M. E. society as a token of their appreciation for her services as organist a few years past. The good wishes of their friends follow them that their life may be a happy one. SIGMA.

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Branche - Halliday.

(handwritten year: 1905)

Rosiere. Jan. 4. -- This morning at St. Vincent De Paul’s church at 9 occurred the marriage of Miss Elena Halliday, daughter of Mrs. Mary E. Halliday, to Frank E. Branche son of the late L. E. Branche of this place. The marriage ceremony was performed by Rev. Father Byrnes. The church was prettily decorated with evergreens. The bride and groom stood beneath an arch from which two bells were suspended. The bride was becomingly attired in white polnaise over white silk. She wore a white lace hat and carried white roses. The bridesmaid, Miss Georgia Perney (sic), wore light green. The groom was attended by his brother, Milton Branche, of this place. Ruth Branche, sister of the groom, and Florence Knapp, cousin of the bride, were the flower girls. They were becomingly attired in light blue albatross and carried baskets of carnations and woodbine. The wedding march was beautifully rendered by Miss Gertrude Branche, sister of the groom. After the wedding ceremony Mr. and Mrs. Branche left for a wedding tour to include Niagara Falls and several places in central New York.

Mrs. Branche has been a successful teacher here for the past three years. Mr. Branche is a prosperous farmer.

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SCHWARTZ-GONSETH -- At the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Christian Gonseth, near Sanfords Corners, William S. Schwartz of Carthage, and Miss Alice E. Gonseth, by Rev. W. H. Niles of Sackets Harbor, on Oct. 18, 1905.

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LEITERMAN-CURRIER -- At the M. E. parsonage, Brownville, N. Y., Oct. 1?, 1905, by Rev. W. H. Bury, John Leiterman and Miss Florence Currier, both of Depauville.

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(handwritten date: Feb. 6, 1907)

The home of Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Giddings was the scene of a very pretty wedding last Wednesday, when their sister, Miss Mabel Castor, was given in marriage to Edward Smith. The presents were many and beautiful, testifying to the regard in which the bride and groom are held. The groom holds a responsible position on the Waite farm and after a brief wedding journey they will be at home to their many friends there.

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WEDDING AT A

DEPAUVILLE HOME

Mrs. Lizzie Haas Bride of Otto

Werner of Watertown.

(handwritten date: 1907)

DEPAUVILLE, February 14. -- At the home of the bride, in this village on Thursday, February 7, occurred the marriage of Mrs. Lizzie Haas to Otto Werner, of Watertown. The ceremony was performed by Rev. George Merritt in the presence of the immediate relatives. They will reside in Watertown.

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Osborn - Easton.

(handwritten date: Sept. 6, 1905)

The marriage of Archie Melville Osborn to Miss Lois May Easton was solemnized at 59 Davidson street, the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Silas G. Easton, today. The ceremony was performed by Rev. D. F. Pierce in the presence of 90 guests. The ceremony was performed on the veranda of the house. Miss Dorothy Phillips acted as ‘ring bearer.’ Following the ceremony a wedding breakfast was served.

Mr. and Mrs. Osborn will be at home in the Franklin arcade after Oct. 15.

Easton - Gorsline.

The marriage of Earl W. Easton, son of Mr. and Mrs. Easton of 59 Davidson street, and Miss Mabel Gorsline of 37 Arlington street, was solemnized at the home of the groom at 10:30 this morning, just previous to the marriage of Mr. Osborn and Miss Easton. Rev. Dr. Pierce performed the ceremony. After a wedding trip Mr. and Mrs. Easton will be at home at 37 Arlington street.

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McOmber-Miller.

(handwritten date: Jan. 4, 1907)

At the home of the bride’s parents, Rev. and Mrs. F. E. Miller, Depauville, at 12 m, Jan. 4, occurred the marriage of their only daughter, Hazel Ellen, to Malcolm Eugene McOmber, son of Mr. and Mrs. Abner McOmber. The ceremony was performed by the brides father, in the presence of about 30 relatives and friends. After congratulations a sumptuous repast was served. The presents, which were many and useful, consisted of silver, china, bedding and linen, besides gifts of money including a large check from her grandfather, B. B. Miller of Lowville. Among those present from out of town were, Mrs. B. B. Miller, Mr. and Mrs. L. S. Miller and daughter Margaret, Lowville; Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Wilson and son, Alfred, Theresa, and Mr. and Mrs. H. D. Caswell, Plessis. After visiting friends in Lowville and Boonville, Mr. and Mrs. McOmber will be at home to their friends after Jan. 21, at the Baptist parsonage.

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DEPAUVILLE

WEDDED AT THE

HATCH HOMESTEAD

Miss Cora Hatch United in Marriage

with Fred Pierce, Rev. G. H.

Nelson Officiating.

(handwritten date: 1909)

DEPAUVILLE, Dec. 14. -- Last Wednesday at high noon, at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Hatch, occurred the marriage of their youngest daughter, Miss Cora Hatch, to Fred Pierce. Miss Jennie Pierce, sister of the groom, acted as bridesmaid, and Ray Hatch, brother, of the bride, was best man. Rev. Mr. Nelson, or (sic) Watertown, performed the ceremony, after which dinner was served.

Potter - Patch.

(handwritten date: 1907)

Depauville, Jan. 10. -- The society event of the season in this village was the wedding of Miss Minnie Estella Patch and Orla Cornell Potter of Orwell yesterday afternoon at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Patch, the ceremony being performed by Rev. W. J. Hancock, pastor of the Methodist Episcopal Church at Clayton. The young couple were attended by Mr. and Mrs. Frank J. Walton of this place, the latter being a sister of the groom. Mrs. W. F. Sternberg played the wedding march, the couple standing beneath an arch of evergreen.

The gown of the bride was a handsome creation of white silk lansdown, trimmed with Irish point lace and plaited chiffon. White roses and carnations were the flowers carried. A gown of point d’esprit over Japanese silk was worn by the bridesmaids. The traveling gown of the bride was of brown broadcloth.

A wedding dinner was served after the ceremony. Those who assisted in entertaining were: Miss Josephine Dale, Miss Alice Burton, Miss Ethel West, Miss Fnnie (sic) Grabber and Miss Hariette Devey (sic).

The presents were numerous and costly.

Mr. and Mrs. Potter are on an extended wedding journey and will be home at Massena Springs after Feb. 15.

The guests from out of town were: Mr. and Mrs. J. Grant Potter of Orwell, Miss L. Maude Potter of Pulaski, Orson Eddy of Watertown, Mr. and Mrs. L. A. Helmer of Evans Mills, W. J. Patch, Mrs. Sophronia Patch and daughter of Clayton, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Norton of Brownville and Mrs. Alonzo Bullock of Theresa.

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Barnes - Baxter.

(handwritten date: 1907)

Irene D. Baxter and John A. Barnes, both of this city, were married at the home of the bride’s brother, D. B. Baxter, at 49-1/2 State street, at 6:30 last evening. Rev. A. C. Danforth of Adams, assisted by Rev. C. L. Peck of the State Street Methodist church of this city, performed the ceremony, using the ring service.

The bride was growned (sic) in white silk and was attended by Miss Elizabeth E. Spencer, who wore pink silk mull. The best man was Ernest M. Karr of this city. The wedding march was played by Mrs. Elizabeth Standley of Dowington, Pa. The decorations were pink and white. About 80 (?) of the immediate friends of the family were present. Many beautiful presents were received.

A wedding supper was served and Mr. and Mrs. Barnes left at 10 last night for the central western states, and will stop at Cleveland, Chicago and Perrysville, Ind., Mr. Barnes’ former home. They will be absent about two weeks and on their return will reside at the Victoria apartments at Academy and Jay streets.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Gaylord L. Baxter and is a very accomplished and popular young lady. Mr. Barnes holds a responsible positon as chief draughtman (sic) in the New York Air Brake Co.

The out-of-town guests were Rev. and Mrs. A. C. Danforth and Mr. and Mrs. H. H. Norton of Adams and Mr. and Mrs. A. H. Standley of Dowington, Pa.

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LaFountain-Kimball.

(handwritten date: 1908)

One of the prettiest autumn weddings seen in Adams was solemnized this afternoon at 2 o’clock at the First Presbyterian church when Leon Arthur LaFountain and Miss Mary Etta Kimball were united in holy bonds of matrimony, Dr. W. E. Kimball, the bride’s father, officiating. The wedding march beautifully rendered by Messrs. Gilbert, McCumber with Miss Dora Norton at the organ with other appropriate selections added to the impressiveness of the ring service. At the appointed time the bridal party entered the church which was elaborately decorated with asparagus and pink asters. The bridesmaids, gowned in white carrying bouquets of pink and green, were the Misses Nellie Dodge of this village, Florence Leonard of Alexandria Bay, Ruby Barrus and Alma Gilbert of this place. The escorts were Archibald Kimball, brother of the bride, William Dillabaugh, Curtis Jones and Gilbert Fox of this village. Miss Greta Kimball, the bride’s sister, acted as maid of honor, who wore white and carried flowers. At the proper time the beautiful bride attired in a graceful gown of white net over silk with bridal veil and a shower bouquet of bride roses was met at the altar by the groom and his best man, Ralph Cutting of Swanton, Vt. Here in the presence of a large number of friends this worthy couple repeated the sacred vows and received the benediction which united their lives. A reception followed at the Presbyterian manse which was attended by relatives and intimate friends. Rev. and Mrs. Kimball were assisted in receiving by Mr. and Mrs. Percy J. Parlow at whose residence the groom has made his home since coming to this place several years ago. The floral decorations were white anemones and smilax, the bride’s table was waited upon by Misses Martha Poor and Nettie Brown, the guests by Misses Lena Cooper, Lena Freeman, Florence Rice and Alzuma Whittemore. The decorations were under the direction of Miss Clara Cooper. Beautiful and costly gifts were given; a pearl necklace was the groom’s gift to his bride, signet initial brooches to the bridesmaids and handsome neckties to the ushers. Mrs. LaFountain is the elder daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Kimball, a most conscientious and capable young woman, devoted to the interest pertaining to the home and church, a fine musician, having played the organ at the church for several years, and has many friends. Mr. LaFountain, a native of Vermont, is a graduate of the Albany Business college, has been in the employment of Dr. W. S. Rice of this village for some time, filling offices of trust, and confidence, his musical ability making his presence welcome in society and through the community where he is known and respected.

After a brief wedding journey they will occupy the rooms already furnished for them in the apartments of the H. (? H. Norton house, Church street, where the best wishes of their many friends will follow them.

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PRETTY WEDDING

AT DEPAUVILLE

Former City Teacher and Engi-

neer of the Brake Company

Made One.

(handwritten date: 8 September 1908)

Depauville, Sept. 4 -- At high noon of Sept. 3, 1908, at the home of the bride’s mother, Mrs. Olive Halliday, Depauville, N. Y., was held the marriage of Lucy May Halladay to Ernest M. Karr of Watertown, N. Y. Rev. F. E. Lewis, the bride’s pastor, performed the ceremony, using the ring service. The bridal couple were unattended. Miss Elsie Fox playing (sic) the wedding march. The bride was dressed in a princess gown of white silk. The decorations were tastefully arranged, consisting of an arch of green under which the bridal couple took their marriage vows.

Following the congratulations the bridal party were served in the dining room by cateress Mrs. C. W. Gilchrist of Watertown. The Misses Alice Seeber, Fannie and Minda Grabber, Ethel Winslow and Ruth Gamble acted as waitresses.

Among the guests from out of town were John N. Halladay and daughter, Leila, Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Barnes, Messrs. S. E. Ackerman and Harry Kay, Watertown, N. Y.; Mrs. E. G. Sargeanu (sic), Syracuse, N. Y.; Miss Grace Scroxton, of Sackets Harbor and H. J. Kattell, Boston, Mass.

The presents were beautiful consisting of silver, cutlglass, money, china, linen and many other useful articles.

The bride is a graduate of the Potsdam Normal, a most estimable Christian young lady who has been a teacher for some years in Watertown city schools. The groom is a mechanical engineer in the employ of The New York Air Brake Co.

Mr. and Mrs. Karr left during the afternoon for a trip to New York and eastern points after which they will reside in Watertown. The best wishes and congratulations of the towns people go out to these young people just starting out in life. May God’s richest blessings be theirs.

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Putnam - Consaul.

(handwritten date: 1909)

Clayton, Jan. 25. -- On Wednesday, Jan. 20, at the noon hour a very pleasant wedding took place at the home of the bride’s mother near this village when Stanton Putnam and Miss Glensie (sic)* Consaul were united in marriage. The Rev. Cheeseman performed the ceremony and Addison Cummings played the wedding march. The bride was prettily attired in blue and the groom wore the conventional black.

Following the ceremony a sumptuous repast which would satisfy the taste of an epicure was enjoyed by about 60 invited friends. The presents were numerous and valuable consisting of the linen, cut glass, silver ware, a fine parlor rug and several envelopes of cash. The couple are well known in this vicinity and highly esteemed by all who know them. Mr. Putnam is a thrifty farmer, the son of the late H. T. Putnam. He has always borne an unblemished character. The bride is the daughter of Mrs. Viola Consaul and is known as one of Clayton’s most estimable young ladies, with a large circle of friends. The happy pair will make their home on the Putnam farm, about three miles from Depauville.

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Maloney - Weaver.

(handwritten year: 1908)

Lafargeville, Sept. 24. -- On Wednesday, September 16, at noon was held the marriage of R. Lena, eldest daughter of Edward Weaver of Lafargeville, and J. Richard Maloney of Clayton.

After the ceremony the guests were invited to the dining room, which was beautifully decorated with pink, white and green. Here a bountiful repast was served by Cateress Flath of Philadelphia, assisted by Misses Maude and Mildred Weaver of Lafargeville and Miss Bertha Nellis of Depauville as waitresses. Pink and white carnations with smilax formed the table decorations.

The bride was attired in a beautiful princess gown of white lansdowne trimmed with silk lace, and wore white carnations in her hair. Miss Mae Maloney, sister of the groom, acted as bridesmaid and Morris Maloney, brother of the groom, as best man. The groom wore the conventional black.

The presents to the bride consisted of silver, gold, china and linen.

The young couple left amid a shower of rice for Watertown, where they took the train for Syracuse, Schenectady and other points. On their return they will reside at Clayton.

Mr. and Mrs. Maloney are held in high esteem by their many friends, who extend to them their heartiest congratulations and well wishes.

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Dr. Robert Stanley Bickley, of Waterloo, Iowa, recently came to Adams and claimed Miss Georgia Adele Bell as his bride, the ceremony being performed in the Emmanuel Church, at that village, by Rev. W. A. Braithwaite, the pastor. The wedding march was rendered by Mrs. Kirland. The wedding party consisted of Raymond G. Hannahs, Gilbert H. Fox, Archibald W. Kimball and Floyd Holley, ushers; Misses Alma Gilbert, Louise Brown, Zoe Allen and Mabel Allen, bridesmaids; Miss Edith Neild Hannahs, maid of honor, and Dr. George Olcott, of East Orange, N. J., best man. Immediately after the ceremony a reception was given the newly married couple at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Waite. Mrs. Bickley is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Willis E. Bell, of Adams. Sometime ago she went to Hahnemann Hospital in New York, where she graduated as a nurse and later became superintendent of the operating room in the Woman’s Medical Hospital and College in New York. Dr. Bickley was graduated from Chicago University and took a course in the New York Medical College. Since that time he has had a position in Hahnemann Hospital but on his return from the wedding journey will locate at Rockford, Ill. The wedding trip, the gift of the groom’s father, will include visits to England, Holland, Germany, France and Italy. They left on their trip July 4 and will be at home in Rockford, September 15.

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Miss Charlotte Lois Easton, a Grad-

uate of the Potsdam Normal

School, United in Marriage with

Carl James Haas, a Progressive

Young Farmer.

(handwritten date: 29 June 1910)

DEPAUVILLE, July 7. -- The home of Mr. and Mrs. Nathan Easton, about one mile north of this village, was the scene of a pretty wedding last Friday, when their daughter, Charlotte Lois Easton, was united in marriage to Carl James Haas, of Depauville, their pastor, Rev. F. H. Lewis officiating. The ceremony was performed under an arch of evergreen, dotted with roses, in the presence of about 30 guests. The bride was handsomely gowned in white, and carried bridal roses. The wedding march was played by Miss Mabel Easton, sister of the bride, and the regular service of the Methodist church was used. After the ceremony refreshments were served, and the newly wedded couple left for a short wedding trip. They will be at home to their friends after August 1. The bride is a graduate of the Potsdam Normal school and has been a teacher in the Brownville High school for nearly two years. Mr. Haas is a young farmer. The following were the out of town guests: Mr. and Mrs. Henry Haas, Chaumont; Mr. and Mrs. Hollis Easton and Mr. and Mrs. Henry F. Wetterhahn, Watertown; and Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Whittier, Adams.

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MISS SEEBER

WEDS MR. HAVEN

Pretty June Wedding Takes Place

at Presbyterian Church in

Adams

(handwritten: 1915)

ADAMS, June 17. -- One of the prettiest of June weddings took place at 6 o’clock Wednesday evening when Miss Hazel Jean Seeber, of Adams, and Ralph Erastus Haven, of Theresa, were united in marriage. The ceremony was performed t the Presbyterian Church, the pastor, Rev. Joseph Kerr, officiating.

The decorations at the church were in green, yellow and white. Broad steps led to the platform in the rear of the auditorium on which was arranged a pergola of white pillows surmounted by large jardinieres filled with buttercups and daisies at the back and sides of this, extending to the side walls, was a high trellis of vines with a banking of ferns and cat-tail reeds, which were very effective. White satin ribbons, caught at intervals by bunches of daisies and buttercups, outlined the center isle.

Miss Carolyn Washburne, violinist, of Watertown, was accompanied by Mrs. W. A. Washburne at the pipe organ, preceding the entrance of the bridal party, the beautiful solo “Because,” by Guy de Hardelot, was sung by Mrs. D. F. Griggs. The bride was attended by Miss Edith Hannahs as maid of honor, Misses Hazel Snyder, Edna Williams, Gladys Parlow and Jane Simpkins as bridesmaids and little Sadie Dyson as flower girl. Kent Haven, brother of the groom, acted as best man. The ushers were Fred Williams, Glenn Zoller, Allen Grimshaw and Hugh Haven.

The bride wore a gown of white satin; French brocade crepe de chine and oriental lace, en train, and veil of tulle arranged in cap effect and held by orange blossoms. She carried a shower bouquet of bride roses and lilies of the valley. Miss Hannahs wore white net over yellow messaline, with large hat to match and carried sweet peas and yellow roses. The bridesmaids wore Empire gowns of pale green taffeta, with poke bonnets of white chiffon over green and throat straps of black velvet. They carried baskets of daisies and buttercups. The flower girl was in white and carried a basket of rose petals. At the sound of the wedding march from Lohengrin the officiating clergyman entered from the vestry, followed by the groom and his attendant. The bride, entering the front, was preceded by the ushers, the bridesmaids, the maid of honor and the flower girl, who scattered the rose petals from the basket as she proceeded up the aisle.

The clergyman took his stand at the rear of the platform, the ushers on the steps at the right, the maids at the left, with the maid of honor, who was joined at the foot of the steps, upon the platform with the flower girl. The bride, who came in alone, was met at the steps by the groom, who escorted her to the platform. The effect of the grouping upon the platform and step and against the background of delicate green, was very beautiful. The impressive ring service was used, the bride being given away by her father. Mendelssohn’s wedding march, was played as the bridal party retired from the church. A reception followed at the spacious Seeber residence, where about 100 guests tendered congratulations and partook of dainty refreshments prepared by Mrs. Cook, cateress from Lowville.

The house decorations were palms, ferns, yellow roses, daisies and buttercups with festoons of trailing pine and flowers.

The bride’s table was laid in the dining room, with covers for 12. Ribbons, smilax and flowers were suspended from the electric dome to the table in shower effect and in the center was arranged a bouquet of white sweet peas.

Young girl friends, assisted in serving. They were Carolyn Parlow, Lois Scott, Ruth Overton, June Kenfield, Dorothy Washburn, Beatrice Ives, Ruth Gilbert, June Fowler, Mabel Bunce, Erma Gardner and Margaret Hughes.

Noticeable among the beautiful gowns was the black crepe de chine and jetted net worn by the bride’s mother and the gown of chiffon over cream brocaded satin, with rose point worn by Mrs. Haven, mother of the groom. The groom’s gift to his bride was a pin of pearls, and to his best man and ushers he gave pearl cuff links.

The bride presented her maid of honor with pearl beads, her bridesmaids with copper flower pins inlaid with silver and the little flower girl with a gold bracelet. Her gift to the groom was a ring.

Mr. and Mrs. Haven left by automobile for a short wedding trip, and will be at home to their friends at Theresa after July 28.

Mr. Haven is the eldest son of Mrs. Flora Converse Haven, of Mannsville. He is a graduate of A. H. S. class of 1908 and was teller at the Farmers’ National Bank of Adams before entering upon his position as cashier of the State Bank at Theresa.

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M A R R I E D.

(handwritten: 1911)

HANNAHS-GILBERT -- In Adams, Sept. 5 by the Rev. Walter Foss. Raymond G. Hannahs of Watertown and Alma A. Gilbert of Adams.

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MISS KATHLEEN HALLIDAY

WEDS HAROLD O. EASTON

(handwritten date: 23 Feb 1916)

Miss Kathleen Halliday of Perch River and Harold O. Easton of Depauville, were married late yesterday afternoon by Rev. Charles T. Holcombe at Bethany Church. The ring ceremony was used. The couple were attended by Vernon R. Campbell, and Miss Mabel A. Easton, a sister of the bride.

After a short wedding trip the couple will reside in Depauville. Mr. Easton is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Nathan Easton and is employed as a carpenter. Miss Halliday is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Halliday.

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Hale - Harris

(handwritten date: June 29 (?) 1915)

Tuesday morning at 8:15 o’clock, Dr. A. K. Hale, of Ann Arbor, Michigan, and Mrs. Harriet E. Harris were married at the apartments of the bride, in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Charles D. Grimshaw of this village, Rev. Frank Hollinshead of Williamsport, Penna., a former pastor of the bride, officiating. The couple was unattended, the bride wearing her traveling suit of blue silk poplin. They left by automobile immediately after the service, boarding the train from some point north. The wedding trip will include Rochester, Toronto and some of the Canadian points of interest.

Dr. Hale was born and reared in Adams, was graduated from the University of Michigan and practiced medicine here until he went to Ann Arbor in 1893 and became a prominent factor in the Ann Arbor water works.

Mrs. Hale is closely identified with all that is best in Adams. She is a member of the D. A. R., of the Daughters of 1812, of the Adams Study Club, and an interested member of and worker in the Baptist church, the present president of the Ladies’ Aid of that church.

Dr. and Mrs. Hale have been friends since childhood, and a wide circle of friends will shower good wishes and congratulations upon the newly wedded pair.

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Mr. Stephen Devendorf and Miss Emma Winslow were made happy last Tuesday, the 2d inst. by being united in marriage. The ceremony took place at the Kirby House in Watertown. No cards. We wish them much joy and a pleasant voyage through life. And still there are more to follow. SALTY

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Marriage Bells.

The Watertown Post has this to say of one of the Depauville boys:

Last Saturday at 12:30 occurred the marriage of Miss Hattie Miller to Mr. D. B. Arnold, at the home of the bride’s parents at Alexandria Bay. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. H. W. Howard in his usual pleasing manner, only the intimate friends of the contracting parties being present.

After enjoying a feast such as only Mrs. Miller can prepare, the happy couple left for Depauville, the home of the groom, for over Sunday. Last night they were in this city and left to-day for Lowville. The STANDARD joins with their many friends in wishing them a happy and prosperous journey through life.

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LOWE-PLUMB. -- At Depauville, Nov. 29, 1882, Miss Gertrude A. Plumb to Frank D. Lowe, by Rev. M. M. Rice.

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BRINNING - PARKS.

At five o’clock Wednesday afternoon, Father Glenn, at St. Patrick’s church, united in marriage Miss Kate Parks and Henry Brinning. Both parties are well known in this city and have many friends. In the evening a reception was tendered the bride and groom at the residence of her uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. John Brennan, of Munson st. The attendance was large and the evening was a very enjoyable one.

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MISS M. DEXTER

BECOMES BRIDE

OF E. PIERCE

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Popular Adams Girl Married to

Utica Man--Both Are

Well Known

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(Special to the Standard)

(date above this write-up is 1947 -- which most likely is incorrect)

ADAMS, Oct. 1. -- The residence of Mr. and Mrs. Frank C. Dexter, No. 11, Church street West, was the scene of a pretty home wedding at (blank) o’clock Wednesday afternoon, when their only daughter, Marjorie Beulah, was united in marriage with Eli Seeber Pierce of Utica. Rev. Edward J. Lavis, pastor of the United churches of Adams, officiated, using the service of the M. E. church, of which the bride is a member.

The attendants were Mrs. Gordon B. Dexter as matron of honor and Mr. Dexter, brother of the bride as best man. Mrs. Ray Hubert rendered the wedding march from Lohengren.

The bride was gowned in white crepe de chene with garniture of lace and ribbon and carried brides’ roses.

The matron of honor wore grey crepe de chene and carried a bouquet of pink roses.

The color scheme of pink and white was carried out in all the decorations through the house.

Following the ceremony and reception, refreshments were served under the supervision of Mrs. MacGregor, cateress. The Misses Mary Elizabeth Howard, Doris Lyman and Grace Joyner assisted in serving.

Mr. and Mrs. Pierce left for a 10 days auto trip through New England, taking in the mountains of New Hampshire and Vermont, after which they will make their home at Whitesboro, N. Y.

The groom is the elder son of district superintendent of schools, Charles M. Pierce and the late Clara Seeber Pierce of Adams. He received his early education and was graduated from Clarkson College of Technology at Potsdam, and served as ensign in the United States Navy during the World War. Mr. Pierce now holds a position in the engineering department of the Utica Gas and Electrical company at Utica.

The bride graduated from the A. H. S. in the same class as her husband class of 1915. She is also a graduate of Potsdam State Normal school and has taught at Hempstead, L. I., and at the Academy street school, Watertown. Mrs. Pierce has been active in church work, a member of the choir, a teacher and superintendent of primary work in the Sunday school, where her ability as a teacher made her invaluable. She is a member of Cecilia Chapter O. E. S., and has always been a favorite in the social life of the village.

Pre-nuptial events were a variety shower given at the home of Mr. and Mrs. E. S. Hunt by their daughter, Mrs. Truman Lown of Burdette, an afternoon card party by Miss June Kenfield, and an afternoon party at the home of Miss Mary Elizabeth Howard, by a large class of girls and boys in honor of their former teacher.

Out of town guests at the wedding were Mrs. B. Dexter, Mr. and Mrs. E. W. Fish, Miss Dorothy Fish, Mrs. Merle Fraser and son, Allen of Watertown, and Mrs. Haven of Syracuse.

Honored among the guests were Mrs. Besto Dexter, 85 years of age and grandmother of the bride and Eli J. Seeber, grandfather of the groom and 86 years of age.

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CAPE VINCENT GIRL

WEDS Y. M. C. A. OFFICIAL

(handwritten year: 1915)

CAPE VINCENT, June 7. -- Miss Alice J. Seeber, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. D. V. Seeber of Joseph street, was united in marriage Saturday at noon to Robert M. Winn, secretary of the Y. M. C. A. at Westfield, N. Y. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. E. E. Cheeseman, an uncle of the bride’s mother.

The bride was attired in white silk crepe de chine with point lace. She carried a bouquet of white roses. Miss Ruth M. Gamble of Watertown, was bridesmaid and E. W. Pennock of Boston acted as best man. After the ceremony a luncheon was served. The couple left for Alexandria Bay by auto and thence by boat for Montreal.

The bride is a graduate of Northfield Seminary and the University of Michigan. The bridegroom is a graduate of the Springfield Y. M. C. A. Training School.

Those present from out of town were Mr. and Mrs. Frank Seeber of Dexter, Mr. and Mrs. C. J. Sweet and Sterling Sweet of Black River, Dr. and Mrs. O. J. LaFountaine of Chaumont, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Haas of Depauville, the Misses Blanche and Clara Sloat of Watertown, R. S. Eastman and Mrs. Lois Gannett of Belleville, Mr. and Mrs. John Irwin of Stone Mills, Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Whittier of Adams.