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standing. He had put new life into the organization, and renewed energy to its members. He was a delegate to the State encampment for four years ; also on the De- partment Staff, as Aide de Camp to Commander Floyd Clarkson. He was a delegate to the convention at Al: bany, when a committee was appointed to take the first steps looking to the building of a Soldiers' Home. It was his pleasure afterwards to witness the laying of the corner-stone, and to be present at its dedication, as a del- egate from E. D. Farmer Post, on both occasions.
Peter Weidman was born at Berne, Albany county, N. Y., August 7, 1829, and when ten years old went to Una- dilla, Otsego, county, where he received a common school education. On leaving school he learned the painter's trade. When the rebellion had assumed such gigantic proportions, and the President had, in July, 1864, called for 500,000 volunteers, he deemed it his duty to sacrifice everything dear to his heart at home, to aid in crushing the rebellion, and enlisted as a recruit for Co. H, 144th Regiment, under Captain Siver, Was with his regiment. engaging in all its battles and skirmishes, enduring its hardships and sharing its houors, until he was discharged by special order No. 282, June 17, 1865, on account of sickness in his family, the regiment being discharged three weeks later. He returned to Unadilla, where he worked at his trade. Was a charter member of C. C. Siver Post, and served as Quartermaster. Removing to Oneonta, he joined the E. D. Farmer Post, 119, of One- onta, by transfer card from Siver Post, in 1883, was soon after elected Junior Vice Commander and Senior Vice, and was elected Post Commander to serve during the year. He was an exceedingly popular officer, of genial disposition, and a social companion. Faithful and true as he was to the cause for which he offered his services, he
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has at all times and on all occasions when opportunity offered, been just as true to the Society, and quick to honor the men whose patriotism led them to throw their lives into the scale against treason, and his interest has been just as keen to perpetuate and strengthen that noble order, which has maintained, and through the Sons of Veterans and Sons of Sons of Veterans, etc., will forever maintain and seal the principles for which they fought. When the Sons of Veterans Camp at Oneonta was organ- ized, it was mustered in as the Peter Weidman Camp, Sons of Veterans, in honor of the subject of this brief sketch, Comrade Weidman presenting to the Sons of Vet- erans a beautiful silk flag. He has been village trustee for six years, is a member of the Ancient Order of United Workmen, and a prominent member of the Order of Red Men. He is now residing in Oneonta, 63 Church street, his wife being a member of Woman's Relief Corps.
Among the names of the most substantial business men of Oneonta, who are members of Farmer Post, is that of W. H. Morris. He was born at Milford in July, 1841, receiving a common school education at that place, and after leaving school going on a farm. He enlisted as a private in Co. G, 1st N. Y. Eng., Oct. 1, 1861, and was mustered into the service Oct. 3, 1861, at New York city. Was ordered to Staten Island and thence to the Depart- ment at Hilton Head; was discharged at New York in December, 1864. He returned to Milford, and in May, 1865, removed to Oneonta, engaging in the cigar and to- bacco business and in the same year embarked in the hotel business. He became associated, in 1867, with his brother, Albert H., in the wholesale flour and feed busi- ness at Oneonta, where he is located at the present writ- ing, doing an extensive business, their trade covering a a large territory adjacent to Oneonta. Is a charter mem-
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ber of the Post, but his extensive business require his per- sonal attention and time to such an extent that he refuses to accept an office at the hands of the Post. He retains a deep interest in its welfare, and no important matter coming before the Post is finally concluded without re- ceiving the benefit of his counsel and advice. He is Pres- ident of the State Normal School Board, of Oneonta. He was Supervisor of the town during the years 1880-81 , trustee of the village, a prominent Mason and Knights Templar, and an honored and respected citizen.
W. A Southworth was born in Otego county, August 26, 1843. He completed his education at the Kingston Academy in 1861, and enlisted July 11, 1862, in Co. A, 114th N. Y. V., and was mustered in at Binghamton, Sept. 23, 1862, going to Baltimore, and discharged June 1, 1863, by reason of general disability. Reinlisted Jan. 11, 1864, in Co. E, 89th N. Y. V., as a recruit, joining his regiment. at Folly Island, S. C, in March, 1864. His rec- ord is that of his regiment. Discharged Aug. 5, 1865. Joined C. C. Siver Post, and in 1885 joined E. D. Farmer Post. He served as Officer of the Day, Senior Vice, and was elected Commander for the year 1891. During his administration he originated the idea of an open meeting each month, when the G. A. R., S. of V. and the W. R. C. meet together with invited friends. These meetings are well attended and much enjoyed hy the members of the different societies.
M. D. Munson was born at Davenport, Delaware county, N. Y., July 24, 1841, and was educated at the common schools, then going on a farm. He enlisted in August, and was mustered into the service, Sept. 2, 1864, as a pri- vate in Company D, 144th N. Y. V., going to Hilton Head, S. C .; was in the hospital from October to December,
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1864. His record is that of his regiment. A brave soldter, always at his post-he is entitled to all the honors due his regiment. Dircharged June 25, 1865. Returned to Davenport, and in 1880 removed to Oneonta. Joined Farmer post in 1882. Has served as clerk of the town of Davenport and treasurer of the village of Oneonta. He is now residing with his family at Oneonta, and is in the employ of J. C. Roberts.
Charles L. Wilbur was born at Davenport, July 7, 1841 ; was educated at the district school and the Furgison Academy ; taught school, and in 1861 commenced reading law in the office of Gen. S. S. Bundy, at Oneonta, N. Y. He enlisted at Davenport in Co. I, 144th N. Y. V., going to Upton Hill, Va. Was injured and sent back to Stan- ton Hospital, Washington, D. C. Discharged in Decem- ber, 1852. In July, 1863, entered Abram Becker's office at Furgisonville : going West in 1867, and returning in 1872, and remained until his father died in December, 1875 ; he then went to Oneonta, and renewed his studies in the office of Gen. Burnside; and was admitted to the bar in January, 1875. He is an active menber of Farmer Post. He was the Democratic candidate for Member of Assembly in the 2d Assembly district of Otsego county in 1891, and was defeated by one of the strongest candi- dates the Republicans could have nominated, by 600 ma- jority, this district usually giving over 1,000 majority.
Orlon Harmon was born at Binghamton, N. Y., March 24, 1832. He attended the public schools and completed his education at the Business College at Binghamton, where he studied civil engineering. In the spring of 1861 he rented a farm near Binghamton, and was plowing in the field when, in answer to his country's call, he left the plow to rust in the furrow, and went to the city of Bing-
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hamton and enlisted under Capt. J. J. Bartlett, a few days after going to Elmira, where, on the 21st day of May, the 27th Regiment, N. Y. V. was organized, and was mus- tered into the United States service, July 5, 1861, and or- dered to Washington July 10th. The regiment was as- signed to the First Brigade July 15, 1861, and received orders the same day to march "on to Richmond ;" crossed the long bridge over the Potomac, passed out through the fortifications, and on to Baily cross-roads, where they halted for supper ; went into camp about 10 p. m. on the Annandale Hills, about twelve miles from Washington; at sunrise was ordered to Fairfax Court House, and July 18 went into camp near Centerville ; returned to Washing- ton and remained until August; thence to near Alexan- dria, and helped to build several forts in the defences of Washington. Near the last of August removed camp to a beautiful elevation south of Hunting Creek, where they built Fort Lyon, one of the strongest forts in the chain of defences surrounding the capital ; in January, 1862, was detailed and sent North as a recruiting officer. Re- joined regiment at Yorktown, arriving about a week be- fore its evacuation. May 3d the regiment, then assigned to the Second Brigade, was sent up the York river in pur- suit of rebels; landed at West Point, under the thunder of the guns of the war ships. Early the next morning we found the enemy in great force, and was forced back, fighting with considerable loss; by easy marching ar- rived at White House May 15. Mcclellan's army made a junction at this point, and after resting, (May 20), moved on toward Richmond, reaching Mechanicsville, May 27th, and three days after the battle of Fair Oaks was fought, and June 24th fought the battle of Seven Pines. June 25, 1862, a series of battles was commenced at Oak Grove, lasting until July 2; July 26 the battle of Mechan- icsville was fought, and July 27 the battle Gaines at Mills,
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a bloody battle, at which he received a gun shot wound in the right breast, the ball passing into his body, and could not be extracted, so is still carried as a memento of the great struggle for Union and Liberty. Two straggling soldiers, one on each side. helped him to Savage Station, on the R. & G. R. railroad, where he went into a large hospital tent. After waiting two hours before a surgeon came to his aid, the surgeon probed his wound with his finger, then gave him an opium pill and a drink of brandy, which he interpreted to mean that the surgeon considered his case hopeless. Assisted by three friends in the civil service from Binghamton, he reached the James River just in time to board the Stepping Stone, which was load- ing with sick and wounded for Fortress Monroe, where he arrived July 31, four days after the battle. Here his wound was dressed for the first time. Remained there two weeks and was sent to the City Hospital, Brooklyn, where he received splendid care. Rejoined his regiment at Washington, and the next morning started for the Sec- ond Bull Run, where they arrived just after Pope's re- treat had commenced. Was on Centerville Heights, where Generals Kearney and Stevens were killed at Chan- tilly on the last day of August, 1862. The whole army fell back within the fortifications around Washington. Broke camp, Sept. 5, crossed the long bridge through Washington, Sept. 14, confronting the enemy at the base of South Mountains, about 4 p. m .; ordered to carry Crampton Pass, which they did, camping that night on the top of the mountains. Sept. 14, off for the greater battle of Antietam. Sept. 18th, General Lee sent a flag of truce, requesting an armistice until 5 p. m. to bury the dead, which Gen- McClellan made a mistake in grant- ing. During that night Lee retreated across the Poto- mac, taking advantage of the truce of the day before to arrange for the same. October 31st, marched back
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through Maryland to the Potomac at Berlin, and crossed on pontoons ; Nov. 10, arrived at Warrentown, where McClellan was relieved and Burnside placed in command. November 15th, broke camp and started for Fredericks- burg, arriving, Dec. 4, at Bell Plain, Burnside's base of operations, for his Fredericksburg campaign : December 10, to White Oak Church, and on the 11th brought up at the Rappahannock, just below the City of Fredericks- burg. The Union batteries were placed along the river, opposite and below the city, and shortly after the regi- ment came up, opened on the place, sending sixty shells a minute, which went crashing into and through the buildings of the city. Jan. 26th, Burnside was relieved and Hooker placed in command; was with Sedgwick in the Sixth Corps during Hooker's campaign. Was mus- tered out at Elmira, Jan. 4, 1863. Returned to Bing- hamton and was made an enrolling officer and deputy provest marshall for the 26th district of New York, and helped to consumate the first draft ; was appointed a gov- ernment agent cn the military railroads of Virginia under Chief Engineer W. L. Wentz. Locating at Oneonta, he joined Farmer Post aud was elected Commander for 1892. He is a most excellent presiding officer, and his adminis- tration of its affairs tends to enhance the reputation of the Post.
C. J. Westcott was born, Feb. 4, 1842, at Richmond- ville, Schoharie county, N. Y .; attended the common school; moved to Westford, thence to Worcester, com- pleting his education at the Worcester Academy : after leaving school went on a farm, leaving the farm and the pleasures of home when his country called for help to share the toils and pains of a soldier's life, enlisting at Worcester, Aug. 23, 1862, and mustered a private in Co. I, 121st N. Y. V., at Herkimer, N. Y., Aug. 27, 1862.
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Ordered to the front at once, going to Washington and joining the Army of the Potomac at Crampton Pass ; was in the skirmish at Fredericksburg; thence to White Oak Church, where he remained during the winter. He was wounded at the battle of the Wilderness and sent to Finly hospital, Washington ; after remaining there two weeks he was granted a furlough for thirty days; rejoined his regiment just before the battle of Cedar Creek. He was with his regiment, participating in all its battles, etc., during its period of service, barring his ab- sence from the regiment by reason of wounds received at the battle of the Wilderness. Among the prominent bat- tles of the regtment are Gettysburg, Rappahonnock Sta- tion, Fredericksburg, Salem Heights, Spotsylvania, Cold Harbor and Fisher Hill. Where the fire was hottest and bullets flew thickest, you would find young Wescott. Was discharged at Hall's Hill, Va., June 25, 1865. Returned to Decatur, N. Y., and in 1867 removed to Guilford, Che- nango county and engaged in the lumber business ; re- mained there until 1874, when he sold his mill and em- barked in the commission business. In 1877 he accepted a position as a commercial traveller, and in 1880 moved to Milford and engaged in the hop business, in the employ of D. Wilbur & Son, where he remained for ten years. Since that time he has been interested in the firm of L. Westcott, real estate and hop dealer. Was a chamer member of Post at Guilford, N. Y., and also a charter member of Olcott Post, 522, formerly of Milford, now of Portlandville. Joined E. D. Farmer Post, 119, by card, March 15, 1892. He is an exceedingly popular gentle- man among his comrades and friends, and in obtaining his membership Farmer Post adds another substantial business man of Oneonta to their roster.
Orwell A. Benton was born at Sidney, N. Y., in 1843,
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completing his education at Brooklyn, Pa., in 1851, and went on a farm. Enlisted Oct. 23, 1863, in Co. D, 146th N. Y. V., and was mustered in as a recruit in October. Was ordered to the front, wounded at Spotsylvania, May 9th, 1864, sent to the field hospital, thence to Baltimore and later to the Germantown hospital, Philadelphia, Pa. Discharged April 5, 1865. Joined Watrous Post, Bing- hamton, and Farmer Post by card in 1873.
J. C. Richmond was born at Albany, N. Y., in Febru- ary, 1848. While attending school he enlisted as a pri- vate in Co. E, 177th N. Y. V., and was ordered to New Orleans. Participated in the battles at Ponchatula, Port Hudson, Donaldsville, White River and Brazo City. Was discharged at Albany, Sept. 10th, 1853. Re-enlisted, and was assigned to the 2d Dragoons, and soon after trans- ferred to the 6th U. S. Cavalry. Engaged in the battles at Winchester, Sailor Creek, Staunton and many skir- mishes. Was captured and sent to Libby Prison, remain- ing one month, when Grant entered the city. Was pa- roled and sent to Annapolis, Md. In April, 1865, went to Philadelphia and enlisted in the U. S. Marine Corps, April 14, went to Washington the same hour Lincoln was shot, and placed on guard and in charge of the pris- oners in the conspiracy ; remained there until they were executed and then went to sea on board the steamer Shanandoah. and around the world, through the East Indies ; was in Japan fifteen months, with the American Minister, as orderly sergeant. For distinguished services he was promoted to and discharged as Brevet Second Lieutenant. Returned to Albany in 1875; moved to Oneonta and joined Farmer Post in 1878. He has served as Officer of the Day, as delegate to the National En- campment, and as Commander of the Post.
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The history of the Post would be incomplete did we fail to mention the urbane Past Commander, John C. In- galls, a brave and faithful soldier. He enlisted in Co. G, of the celebrated 3d N. Y. Cavalry, serving with distinction throughout. Whether at White Hall, Goldsborough, Jacksonville, Trenton, Bottom Bridge, Wheeling, Stony Creek, Notaway Bridge, Black and Whites, before Peters- burg, at Ream's Station, or at Prince George Court House, he displayed undaunted courage and devotion to duty. Sacred as are the memories of the past, he is one of those who can truly say : "I have seen and participated in a con- flict having no paralell since the world began. His adminis- tration as commander was in keeping with his splendid service on the field, and he surrendered to his immediate successor, upon the expiration of his term, the affairs of E. D. Farmer Post, ranking second to none in the county. He is now residing in Oneonta with his family, and is employed at the shops of the D. & H. R. R. Co. at that place.
W. B. S. Paul was born at Albany July 2, 1847. After leaving school he accepted a position as a clerk. He en- listed in Co. I, 91st N. Y. V., joining the regiment at Black and Whites Station, near Petersburg; March 1, was ordered to Washington. Was doing guard duty at Petersburg when Lee surrendered. After his discharge he returned to Albany and was employed by the National Express Co .; in 1877 was placed in charge of the Pennsyl- vania division, with headquarters in Carbondale, and was soon after placed in charge of the office at Oneonta, N. Y., where he is now residing. His family consists of an es- timable wife a daughter, now residing at Fort Plain, and a son, James Hatt, now bookkeeper in the Merchants and Mechanics Bank at Carbondale, Pa., and George S., in the office with his father. He joined Farmer Post in
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July. 1891, and is at present Officer of the Day. He is also a prominent member of the Royal Arcanum.
POST OFFICERS.
Orlon Harmon, Commander.
J. Elliott
Senior Vice-Commander.
M. Chandler Junior Vice-Commander.
E. W. Jaynes Quartermaster.
Elias B Swart Chaplain.
S. H. Brown. Adjutant.
P. Weidman
John Ellis Surgeon.
Officer of the Day.
A. A. Walling Officer of the Guard.
W. B S Paul
Sergeant-Major.
E. G. Bixby Quartermaster Sergeant.
PAST COMMANDERS.
R. L. Fox, E. G, Bixby, E. Reynolds,
J. C. Ingalls, James Roberts, A. W. Barnes,
H. C. Whitman,
E. L. Butts.
Peter Weidman,
C. A Potter,
Robert Winn.
J. C. Richmond,
William P. Southworth.
LIST OF MEMBERS.
Allen. Henry N I, 1 N. Y. H. A.
Bates, O. N. Signal Corps, U. S. A.
Bunker, Charles C. A, 1 N. Y. Mtd. Rifles
Buxton, Richard F 2 Batt. Mass. L. A.
Brosmer, Frank W K, 2N. Y. V.
Bixby, E. G. G, 5 N. Y. H. A.
Burrows, L. G
A, 144 N. Y.
Bunn, C. E
H, 152 N. Y.
Blanchard, A. S. A, 1 Ind. H. A.
Benton, O. A.
D, 146 N. Y.
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Butts, E L A, 1 L. A.
Barnes, A. M H, 152 N. Y.
Beeman, W. B. H, 152 N. Y.
Brown, S. H. C. 134 N. Y.
Bradley Wilbur D, 144 N. Y.
Barnes, D. C.
G, 3 N. Y C.
Bonen, Zebulon
121 N. Y.
Butts, J. P
I,144 N. Y.
Barto, E. Rec. Unknown
Barnes, Dennis R G, 3 N. Y. C.
D. 144 N. Y.
Buckley, G D
8 Batt, L. A
Carl, Thomas.
A, 177 N. Y.
Case, Dr. Meigs
43 N. Y.
Colvin, Geo. N.
H, 2 Penn.
Crockett. J. H.
H, 16 H. A.
Chandler, Marvin
G, 144 N. Y.
Cleveland, J. B. B, 41 N. Y.
Cassady, James A, 43 N. Y.
Dimmock, A. D.
. G, 187 Penn. Driggs, Edgar S A, 1 N. Y. Eng.
Davis, E. H.
Elliott, J
I, 144 N. Y.
Ellis, John. M, 6 H. A.
Ford, C. E. (Elsworth) C, 44 N. Y.
Fletcher, J. B.
.A, 95 Ills
Fox, R. L. A, 1 N. Y.
Ferguson, Lyman
M, 3 N. Y.
Howland, J. W K, 47 N. Y.
Houghtaling, A. E F, 96 N. Y.
Hall, Edgar.
B, 144 N. Y.
Holdridge, Russell G, 1 N. Y. Eng.
Holister, L. I, 121 N. Y.
Harmon, Orlon.
C, 27 N. Y.
Breuer, E. W.
Bronson, W. E.
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Harris, Floyd ... K, 185 'N. Y.
Hemstreet, N L. .K, 76 N. Y.
Huggins, S. K, 93 N. Y.
Ingalls, John C. G, 3 N. Y. C.
Jackson, L. M. S D, 144 N. Y.
Jaynes, E. O
G. 176 N. Y.
Jewell, N. D. D, 3 N. Y. C.
Kenyon, James.
.C, 43 N. Y.
Lee, H. N.
C, 80 N. Y.
Low, Charles E G, 14 N. Y.
Marks, Henry
I, 1 Md. V.
Mackley, George A
I, 144 N. Y.
Morris, William H
G, 1 Eng.
Marx, H .. Steamer Montgomery
Murdock, Emory G, 6 N. Y. C.
Munson, M. D
D, 144 N. Y.
Morgan, E. J., M. D
B. 15 N. Y. H. A.
Miller, Adelmer I, 144 N. Y.
Mosher, J. H. U. S. Marine Corps
Maxwell, G. F
.8 Ind Batt.
Moreness, H. W
.C, 1 Eng.
Olin, William I, 121 N. Y. Owens, C. R. H, 6 N. Y. A.
Olin, S. M. K, 121 N. Y.
Peck, William H.
G, 8 N. Y. C.
Paul, W. B. S
I, 91 N. Y.
Pogue, John 144 N. Y.
Potter, C. A. E. 10 N. Y. H. A.
Reynolds, E. A
G, 8 N. Y. C.
Roe, Joshua I, 1 N. Y. Eng.
Rollins, Charles K, 144 N. Y.
Roberts, James .G, 3N. Y. C.
Rowe, Adelbert K, 144 N. Y.
Rowe, James. I, 144 N Y.
I 144 N. Y. Rathbun, Corbin
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Richardson, Egbert. L, 22 N. Y. C.
Reynolds. George W. (Capt ) K, 144 N. Y.
Reynolds, George.
G, 3N. Y. C
Southard, John W S N. Y. Ind Batt.
Safford, M. A. F, 22 N. Y. C.
Swart, Elias B.
C. 144 N. I.
Seegar, C. F
A, 43 N. Y.
Southworth. W. A A. 89 N. Y.
Vanauken, J. W
F, 137 N. Y.
Whitman, H. C G. 3 N Y.C.
Weidman Peter H. 144 N. Y.
Winn, Charles
6, 15 N. Y. H. A.
Wager F. F. H. 156 N. Y.
Whitmarsh, H
Walling, Abner A
I. 144 N. Y.
Wilbur, C. L.
I. 144 N. Y.
Westcott, C. J
I. 121 N. Y.
GRAVES DECORATED BY E. D. FARMER POST.
WAR OF 1861-1865.
Alger, David Grant. W. F.
Rowe, George.
Burton. Warren.
Green, Erastus.
Sabin Algernon
Benedict. Joseph, Hudson. W. H.
Strait, Jacob
Beach, Robert
Keenan, Malcom
Schemerhorn, P.
Butts, C. H. Lansing. David
Snow, Willis W.
Baxter. I. E.
Mereness. Wm.
Strait. Harrison
Babcock, S A.
Miller, John
Thompson, Charles
Brightman, E.
Mallary. G. S.
Van Alstine, H. B.
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Butts, Lewis
Maynard, T. F.
Van Lovan, Jonas
Brownell. John
Mickle, William
Winn, John W.
Brewer, Charles
Marble, E. S
Wolf, Ira D.
Cutshaw, Elvin
Marble, James
Winne. Alexander
Cutshaw, Warren
Moak, J. I.
Watkins. C. A.
Driggs, John Potter, Ezra G.
Wiles, Peter C
Fuller, Wm. D.
Pratt, Leonard
Whitney. Joseph
Fish, Phineas C.
Perine, P. S.
Watkins. Alonzo R.
Goodsell, F. J.
Pardoe, J. F., Jr.
Weidman, Frank
Greene Lewis
Packard E.
Wickham, Henry
Graves, Nathan
Packard, A F.
Watkins Albert
OTHER WARS.
Thos. Mearness, Revolution,
Peter Brewer, Revolution,
Jeremy Meareness, 1812,
Captain Samuel Bixby, 1812,
James Pendleton, 1812,
Barth. McGuire, 1812,
Frederick Bornt. 1812,
Stephen Barnes, 1882.
C. C. Siver Post, No. 124, UNADILLA, N. Y.
Regular Meetings every Saturday Evening at G. A. R Hall.
T THIS POST was organized Sept. 13, 1879; charter re- ceived and mustered into the Department of New York, October 4, 1879, by Mustering Officer L. Coe Young, of Watrous Post, No. 30, of Binghamton, N. Y.
The Post was named in honor of C. C. Siver. a respected citizen and a distinguished soldier of the village of Una- dilla. He was born in the town of Meridith, Delaware county. While quite young he went with his father's family to the town of Sidney, passing his early boyhood days upon his father's farm, and in going to school. He, about the year 1868, took up his residence in the city of New York, from which place he enlisted upon the break- ing out of the Rebellion, in the 8th N. Y. N. G-three months men-and was in the first battle of Bull Run. At the expiration of his term of service he returned to Sid- ney, soon after going South again as sutler's agent; was taken sick with typhoid fever in a few months and was soon brought home, where he remained until the 144th regiment, N. Y. S. V., was organized, when he again sought the battlefield, and joining that famous regiment, was mustered in at Elmira, N. Y., Sept. 27, 1862, receiv- ing a commission as First Lieutenant of Co. D, Oct. 4, 1862. Was detailed as aid to General -, and acting assistant adjutant of the post stationed at Hilton Head, S. C., on the staff of Brig. General E. E. Potter, and pro-
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moted to Captain April 18, 1864. Was mustered out of the service June 25, 1865, returning to Sidney. Soon after married and removed to Unadilla, and in company with T. G. North, bought the interest of Samuel North in the hardware trade. But a short time after this Samuel North and David Siver, with their sons, T. G. North and C. C. Siver, established the banking house of North, Siver & Co. In 1870, his health failing, he disposed of his property and business interests in Unadilla, and went west in company with his friend, Asa G. Strong, now re- siding in Oneouta, in the hopes of regaining his health. but it was too late, the fatal desease was deeply seated. and in July, 1872, he returned to Unadilla, and died, Nov. 21, 1872. He was buried the Sunday following, with Ma- sonic honors, eighty Sir Knights of the Norwich Com- mandry, and the F. and A. M. of the Unadilla, Walton, Delhi and Franklin Lodges, the 103d regiment band from Norwich, and a large procession of relatives and friends following the remains to the cemetery. The ser- vices at the grave, under the auspices of the Knights Templar, was of an imposing character. He was a model soldier, a true friend and neighbor, and a respected citizen, faithful to every trust. That the members of the Post cherish and honor his memory, is demonstrated by the many floral tributes placed upon his grave with each recurring Memorial day.
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