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Babcock Daniel, po Middioburgh, farmer, born in county December 23, 1827; wife Aimina Williams, of Alba- ny county, born lu 1835, married in 1855; children five-Jessle, born in 1857, Dora, in 1859, Mary E., in 1861, Elias, in 1863, and Raipb B., 1866. Parente Walter and Eilzsbeth Babcock.
Babcook Walter, p o Middleburgh, farmer, born in Wright in 1803; wife Elizabeth Zimmer, of county, born in 1508, married in 1827; children seven, three daugb- tere and four sooe.
Badgley Jerome B., p o Middleburgh, generai drug and bard- ware dealer, born in Schenectady county in 1835, settled io county in 1810; wife Mary C. Manning, of county, married in 1865; children one-Ciande M. Father George B. Badzipy, of Schenectady county, came to county in IS10, died in September, 1826, was post-master.
Barkman Daniel, p o Hiunter'e Land, retired farmer, born in Rensselaer county. in 1803, settied in courty In 1815. has been justice of peace thirty. eix years; wife Submit Schofeit, of country, born in 1814, married In 1834, died in 1957; children two-Sarah J., born in 1838, and Ellen, born in IN44; second wife Aman- da Schofeit, married in 1859. Newman Dings, of county, boru in 1813; wifo Ellen Barkman, married in 1869; children two.
Baasler Weillugton E., po Middleburgh, generai merchant, born in Middleburgh in 1818; wife Alida Manning, of county, born in 1853, married in 1874. Father David Baasler, born in county in 1822, retired mer- chaut; wife Augusta Tibbetts, boru In county In 1827, married in 1817.
Becker James B., p o Middleburgh, harness manufacturer and dealer, boru in Albany county in 1855, cettied in county in 1881, purchased rorire stock from G. M. Frisbie in 1874 and has carried on a successful trade eince; wife Allce Barton, of county, born in 1858, married in 1877; children two. Mis. Becker deais in all kinds of Millinery goods at ber piace on Wells Avenue.
Becker Jobn, po Middieburgb, farmer, 120 acres, born in county January 29, 1819; wife Rebeca, daughter of Jeremiah Borst, born in 1818, married in 1860; children seven. Father Storm S. Becker of Hoi. land, settled in couuty and served in the Revolu- tion.
Becker William F., born in county in 1808, dled it 1880; wife Margaret Crounce, of Albany county, born in 1826, married in 1866; oulldren one-Adam. Father of Mrs. Beeker, Rev. Adam Crounce, of county, horn in 1797, died in 1865.
Barney & Dennison, p o Middleburgh.
Becker ilarthoiomew. p o Middleburgh. farmer. 1.20) acres, born in county in 1×19, was the frat school superin tendent ; wife l'luma Cole of county, born in [^4). married May 14. 16;1, childreu thfre-Lonett, boru in 1465, ilopetta lu IN2, and U'rminde in 19:4. Father of Mra. Hecker, Elder L. I' C'ole of Ver minut, came to county lo 151; wife Charlotte Weeil of county, born In 1911, married In 1 1
Hecker Joseph, Jr .. po Middiel urgh, generai grocer and dealer in Imote and shoes, born in Fulton In 1-40, has been justice of peace and amarssor, wife Mary 1. Jaffery of courty, born lu 1548, married De- cember 6, 1808 ; children one-Gracle, born October 25. 1520 Father Joseph flecker, born in county in 1708, died in INy; wife Christina Zeb. of county. married in 1506; ebildren thirteen, Ilving uine.
Beckman D., p n Middleburgh. president of National bank and farmer, born In Sharon in 1810; wife Ells beth ilichimyer, of conuty, married in 10, children two-Dow aud Willlo (. Father Nicholas Berk. roan, born in Sbaron in [:00, was member of smse m. biy iu :811, dled January 11, 1974; wife Ellda Becker of county, died In 1472; childreu six,
Beilinger David, po Middleburgh, farmer, 100) acrea, Forn in county In 1818, Brothera John I., born fu 142) and William J., barn in 150 Father Jobn M. Bellin. ger, of county, born in 1:00, died in Its; wife Milss Schell, of county: children four Grandfather Marcus Beilinger, was born on same farm ; oblidren nine, of wbom now only one is Ilring- l'eter. who is over 80 years of age. Mina Eve Bef toger was born in counly in 1206, and died February 1, 1881.
Beilinger George, p o Gallupviiie, farmer, 137 acres, born in county in 18:1, bas been sesensor; wife ('bristina Sidney, of connty, born in 1417, married in 1866, children fire. Father John M. Bellinger, of county. Borst George F ... po Middiebargb. harness maker, born In Middleburgh, January %., 1816, purchased bnainres from Mr Hinman in 1870, and employo Ave banla; wife Alice G. Dayton, married June 8, 18.0 ; children fonr.
Boret liarvey, po Middieburgh, farmer, 1.5 acres, born In county in 1852: wife Isabella Turtle, of New York city. married iu 14.6, Brother Joseph Borst, of county, born in 1100; wife Leiinda Bellinger, of county, married in 1573. Father Peter Il. Borst, of Fuiton.
Borat Henry, p o Middleburgh, 80 acres, born in Middie- burgh in 1841; wite Mary Noxon, of county, mar- ried in 1863; children four. Father Peter Borst. Grandparents Henry and Margaret Borst.
Borst Wifilam, po Middieburgh, miller, born in county In 183; wife Margaret Bonck, married in [A58; cbli- dren four. Perenta, Peter and Eliza Borat.
Borst Peter, p o Middleburgb, member of Arm of ilorst Bro's., born in 1833; wife Nancy Rockfeiler, of county. born in 1855, married in 18,7. children two. The brothers built mill in 1817. it in three stories, 38 by 55 feer, bae four run of stone, an nnlimited capacity, and does general shipping and custom work.
Biodgett Hiram A., p o Middiebnrgh, poet master and dealer in books and stationery, born in county in INT9. enlisted in Co. I, No. "8, N. Y. and was first Heu- tenant of company; wife Mary E. Dyekman, of county, married In 1826; children one-Louis. Fatber Jobn Bindgett.
Bouck Sylvester, p o Milddieburgh, 210 acres, born in county in 1815: wife Rozeila Cook, of county. married In 1880 Father Joesph T. Bouck, was born In 1810, died In 18:8; children six-Henry V., Peter Il., Nancy, John J., George J., and Sylvester.
Bouck Thomas W , po Middieburgh, farmer and justice of peace, born in county In IN24; wife Rebecca Zrh, of county, born in [823, married In 1871 : chlidren six. Parenta Thomas and Nancy Bouck.
Bouck David D., p o Middleburgh, 133 acres, b'rn in county In [8]1; wife Catharine, daughter of Peter Loncks, born In 1817, married in 1836; obildren two-Ellza- beth, born in 150, and Martin L. born in 1815. Parenta David C. and Elizabeth Itichtmyer Bouck.
Bouck Thomas I , p o Middleburgh, retired farmer, 50 acres, born In county in 1805; wife Maria Buck, daughter of John C., married in 1877. died in 1812; second wife Nancy Mattice, married In ISH, died in IN2; third wife Eliza Hagar, married in 1961. Father Jacob Bouck, born in county In I72, died in 1911. Grandfather Thomas, was the son of Nicholas Bouck, who settled lu county from Germany at an early day.
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Clow Nicholas D., p o East Cobleskiil, retired farmer and cloth dresser, horn in Greene county in 1818, set- tled in county in 1819; wife Julia Ann Eckerson, of county, born in 1822, married in 1844. Parents Lawrence and Elizabeth Ciow.
Cornell John 11., p o Middleburgh.
Cook Peleg Jr., farmer, 17i acres, born in county in 1822, aud died; wife Eliza A. Bassler, po Hunter's Land, born In county in 1833, married in 1866; children three-Minnie, horn in 1864, Lillie, in 1867, and El- mer P., in 1871. Father Peleg Cook, was an early settler and purchased present farm. Father of Mrs Cook, Henry A. Bassler, born in Albany coun- ty; wife Mary Saddiemire, born in Albany county in 1797, married in 1816; children seven.
Corwin John, p o Middleburgh.
Danforth Dr. Voiney, physician and surgeon, born in Mid- dleburgh in 1811, died February 14, 1880, was super- visor; wife Carolino Bonck, of Middleburgh, born in 1822, married in 1812; children four, daughters. Father Thomas P. Danforth.
Davis James W., p o Middleburgh, proprietor of custom ilour, saw, lath, shingle and plaster mills, horn in Montgomery county in 1832, settled in county in 1858; wife Melissa Conover, of Moutgomery county, married in 1859; childreu six. The mills are located on Schoharie creek, two and one-haif miles from Middleburgh.
Decker Jerome, po Hunter's Land, farmer and school teach. er, owns an extensive flagging-stone quarry, born in county in 1846; wife Catharine Turner, of Al- bany county, born in 1844, married in 1879. Brother Etban Decker, born in county in 1838; wife Eliza- beth Shultz. of Albany county, married in 1878. Fatber Aaron Decker, of county.
Dexter James. p o Middicburgh, flour, grain, and seed ship- ping merchant, born in county in 1830; wife Joanna Warner, of county, married in 1853; children six. Father E M. Dexter, of Aibany county.
Dunn William, p o Middleburgb, merchaut tailor, born in Montgomery county in 1842. settied in county in 1849; wire Kate Scribner, of Middleburgh, married March 27, 1878 Father Michael Dunn, of Ireland, settled in county in 1849. died in 1874.
Durham Frank J., p o Middleburgh, general dealer in stoves, tinware, and sheet-iron, born in Middie- burgb in 1856; wife Jennie Lawton, of county, married in 1879. Father, Daniel C. Durham, of county.
Dodge George W., p o Middleburgh.
Engle W. H., p o Middleburgh, lawyer, born in Aibany county in 1718, settled in county iu 1843, has heen district attorney and division revenue collector; wife Almira W. Lathrop, of county, married in 1845; children four. Father, Christopher Engle, of Albany county.
Fox Louis, p o Middleburgh, manufacturer of straw paper, born in county in 1835; wife Ellzabeth Wilber, of county, married in 1858; children five. Father, William Fox, of Summit.
Freemyer A. J., p o Middleburgh, owner and proprietor of Freemyer House, born in county in 1826, pur- chascd hotei from Abram Snyder in 1866; wife Mary C. Shafer, married in 1854; children two- Margaret F., and William S. The ancestors of Mr. Freemyer were the oldest and most prominent settlers of county.
Frisbie G. M., p o Middleburgh, general merchant.
Gernsey M., p o Middleburgh, dealer in generai merchan- dise, born in Middleburgb in 1826, commenced bnsiness in 1873; wife Alida C., daughter of Garrett W. Becker, born in Fulton in 1830, married in 1847; children seven, daughters. Father, William Gern sey, born in county in 1805; wlfe Ferona C. Com- stock, born in Connecticut in 1809.
Guernsey James J., po East Cobleskiil, farmer, born in coun- ty in 1818; wife Adaline Schermerhorn, of county, born in 1825, married in 1844; children six Father, Elisha Guernsey, of county. Barner Aker, born . in county in 1847, 101 acres; wife Daisy Guernsey, of county, born in 1860, married in 1877; children one.
Guernsey Ezra, p o Middleburgh, farmer 130 acres, born in county in 1833; wife Louise Smith, of county, born in 1834, married in 1856; children two-George D., and Effie J. Parents, John and Eva Guernsey. Guernsey John, p o Middleburgh, 150 acres, born in county in 1807; wife Eva Hoese, of county, born in 1812, married in 1880, died in 1853; children ten; second wife Juliet Netherway, of county, married in 1854; children four. Father, Elisha Gnernaey, born in Connecticut in 1770, came with his father, Nathan- iel Guernsey, and settled in county in 1785, where the fatter died in 1820, aged ninety five yeare, and the former in 1812.
Hanes Freeman S., p n Middleburgh, farmer and mowing machine agent, 265 acres, born In Fuitou in 1828; wife Caroline Redick, of Middieburgh, born in 1837; married in 1867. Father, Peter ilancs, born in Fuiton in 1795, died in 1839; wife Nancy Lawyer, of Middleburgh, hern in 1792, died in 1870; children ten, living slx. Peter Redick, of Canada, scttiod in county in 1895, died in 1841; wife Eva Lawyer, of Middleburgh, born in 1801, married in 1846, children living, one.
Herron Peter, p o Cobleskili, born in county May 28, 1807; wife Susannah Hechmau, of Hamilton county, born February 21, 1812, married July 13, 1831; children soven-five sons and two daughters. Father Wil- liam, was son of John Herron, who was born in Scotland, and settled in couuty at an early day.
Hubbell Alva, retired gentleman, born in Albany county in 1798, died in 1875; wife Rboda A. Boughton, of Af- bany county, married iu 1873. Father of Mrs. Hubbeii, Baldwin Boughton, boru in Albany county in 1797, died in 1849; wife Maria Susannah Aima, of Aibany county. born June 21, 1804, married in 1823; childron liviug, eight.
Humpbrey Phillip, p o Middleburgh, farmer, and justice of peace, born in Alhauy couuty in 1829, settled in county in 1856; wife Saralı E. Nelson, of Albany county, married in 1850; children one-Arlington, Hutchings S., p o Middleburgh, dealer in hardware, stoves, tin, and house furnishing goods, 240 acres, born in county in 1840; wife Charity Scutt, of county, born in 1812, married in 1861. Father Morgau ifutchings born in Columbia county, in 1803. settled in county in 1836, died iu 1858, was a milier and farmor.
Hyde David R., farmer, horn in Canterbury, Connecticut, October 21, 1822, settled in county iu 1852; wife Louise Becker, of county, born in county in 1829, married in 1846; children two-Frederick R., and George B. Father David Hiyde, of Connecticut. Father of Mrs. Hyde, Jacob Becker, born iu county October 3, 1791, died in 1802; wife Catharine, daugh- ter of Joseph Borst, born in 1790, married in 1810, died in 1858; children ten, living five.
Kennedy Willlam A.,p o Middieburgh,carpenter and builder, born iu county in 1830; wife Lavina Bouck, of county, married in 1862; children one-Willie C. Father Alexander Kennedy, boru in couuty in 1806. died in 1831.
Kinney John, po Middleburgh, broom manufactur. r, 50 acres, born in Ireland, in 1834, settied in county. in 1817, erected factory in 1865, two stories hlgb, 18 by 24 feet, producing from twelve to sixteen dozen brooms per year; wife Elizabeth MeKiustry, of Ireland, born in 1832, married in 1857; children four-Amelia, Lizzie, Emmett R., and Charles N.
Kniffen John B., p o Middleburgh, farmer, and ilop grower, 106 acres, born in Albany county in 1835, settled in county in 1842; wife Tabitha Wormer, of county, born in 1835, married in 1856; children eight. Fath- er John Kniffen, of Albany county, died in 1847, aged 53 years.
Kniffen Erskine, po Middleburgh, farmer, 120 acres, born in connty in 1838; wife Flora ilill, of Aibauy county, married in 1878. Father John B. Kniffen.
Kuisken B. V., p o Middieburgh, farmer, born in county, in 1825; wife Sarah, daughter of Freeman Stanton, married in May, 18€2; children one-Alice. Father Joseph Knisken, born in county, March 22, 1801, died August 9, 1874; wife Gertrude Vroman, of county, born May 28, 1804, married January 15, 1821, died Angust 9, 1874; children eight, six sons and two daughters. Freeman Stanton, born in Montgomery county, March 11, 1797, came to ooun- ty in 1818; wife Maria, daughter of Judge Abra- ham Lawyer, born in county, April 3, 1298, mar- ried August 3,1820. died July 3, 1880; children seven, three sons and four daughters.
Lampman John P., p o Cobleskill, farmer, 150 acres, boru in county in 1826; wife Maria Woodford, of county, married in 1847, died in 1863; children three; sec. ond wife Sarah Bornt, of Otsego county, married in 1965. Father, Pbilip Lampman, of Greene conn- ty, settled in county in 1818, died in 1873.
Lawton Peter, p o Middleburgh, farmer, 118 acres, horn iu county in 1826; wife Eiully Boomhan, of county, born in 1828, married in 1850; children seven. Father, Peleg Lawton, born in Connecticut, settled in county in 1800, and served in war of 1812.
Lawyer Andrew, p o Middleburgh, biacksmith, and farmer, 30 acres, born in county in 1829; wife Cornella E. Sleigbter, of county, born in 1833, married in 1853; children eleven.
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Lawyer Jacob il., p o Middleburgh, 21 acres, boru in county in 1836; wife Rosanna Oliver, of county, married in 1856, died In 1871; children six: secoud wifs Miss Mi. Oliver, married in 18,2; children three. Father, David, son of Andrew Lawyer.
Lawyer Dr. James, po Middleburgh, physician and surgeon, born In Middleburgb in 1810, was graduated from tbe Allopathic University of New York City In 1862, practiced thers thrse years, settled in Sild- diehurgh in 1806; wife Eliza irwin, of New York. married in 1863, died Jniy 20. 1880; children one- a eon. Father, Georgs Lawyer, of Schobarie,
Leroy John il., p o Middleburgb, retired merchant, farmer, carpenter and bullder, born in Middleburgh in 1842; wife, Melissa Orr. of Greens county, mar- ried March 8, 1871, Fatiasr, Richard Lsroy, born in Montgomery county, cams to county in 1810.
Lowis Benjamin F., p o Middleburgh, farmer, born in Chau- tauqua county lo 1833, settled in county in 1862 ; wife. Lavina M., daughter of Martinus Tice, born in 1833. married in 1858; chlidren, three. Father John Lewis, of Chautauqua county. Parents of Mre. Lewia were descendanta of the earllest sst- tlera of county.
Loucke Henry J., p o Middlehurgh, retired farmer, 50 acres, horu In Middleburgh In 1801 ; wife, Ruth Nether. way, married in 1827, dled March 19, 1965 ; children four-Jeremiah, born in 1831 ; Thomas, born in 1836 ; Margaret, boro in 1839, died in 1807; and Marla C., born in 1848 ; second wife, Sophia Scher- merhorn, of couoty, married in November, 1865, died September 17, 1869 ; third wife, Eva Richt- mycr, of county, married March 21, 1870. Father, Jsicmiah Loucks, Jr. Thomas Loucks married Sophia Rickard, horn in county iu 1812, married in 1859 ; children, seven.
MaComber Merrit. p o Hunter's Land, justice of peace and farmer. 180 acres, horu io county in 1846: wife, Marsh Snydsr. of county, married in 1869, children two-Edna and Clinton. Fatber Resolved, son of Rescomb Macomber, who was horn in Massacho. aetts, ssttled in Hunter's Land before 1800.
Manning II. F., p o Middleburgh, farmer, horn in county in 182% : wife. Marla Beekman, born in 1833, married lo 1852; childreo, one-Alida, born in 1853.
Martin Adam, p o Middleburgh, executor.
Mattice Joseph, p o Middleburgh, farmer and hop grower, 625 acres, born in county June 26, 1825 : wife, Eliz- abetb Bouck, daughter of Bartholomew, married in 1870, chilldreo, three-Catbarine, Peter, aod Zeima. Father, Peter Mattlco, born in county io 1781, died in 1861 ; children, twelve, Ilving nine.
Mitchell Walter E., p o Middleburgh, banker, born in couoty In 1852 ; wife, Celia R. Robinson, of Otsego county, married in 1879. Father, Peter H. Mitchell, born in county.
Pinder Peter N., p o Middleburgh, farmer, born in Middle- burgb in 1824. Father Edward Pinder horn in county in 1802, disd iu 1864.
Posson Lewis W., p o Middleburgh, farmer, 200 acres, boro in county io 1834 ; wife Miss Hill, of couoty, mar. rled In 1856, died lo 1868; childrco three; ssrond wife Ellzabeth Wsidman, of county. marrisd in 1871 ; children three. Father Peter W. Posson.
Possou Peter W., p o Middleburgh, horn in county October 2, 1798; wife Polly, daughter of Captain Philip Bartholomew, born in 1804, marrisd in 1823; chif- dren oine-three eons and six daughtere. Grand- father Mr. Possoo, horn in Germany, settled in couoty befors the Revolution Philip Bartholo- mew and brother John, cams to this country with General Lafayette, served in the Revolution, aod afterwards settled in Schoharie county.
Richtmyer Barosy W., p o Middleburgb, retired carpenter, 16 scres, horn in Middleburgh in 1817; wife Mary A. Bouck, of county, born in 1827, married in 1845. Fatber Christian Richtmyer.
Rickard Charles V.,p o Ilunter's Land.miller, born in county in 1854; wifs Hattls Croshy, of county, married in 1877; children three. Brother Jolin J., born in 1861. Father John W. Rickard of county. The mill oow conducted hy Rickard Brothers, was re- hullt in 1865, hy David Ding, purchassd in 1822, by John W. Rickard, whoron it six years, and then taken hy Rickard Bros. It is kuown as one of the best custom flouring mills in the county, and is located on Little Schobarle creek.
Rickard Ålhert, p o Middleburgh, 175 acres, born in county In 1832, las besu excise commissioner; wife Helen Bouck, of county, married in 1860; children three. Parsots Peter and Nancy Rickard, of couoty. Grandfather George Rickard of county.
Riveuburgh 1, 8 . po Middleburgb, tora in Albany county In 1-30, settled in county in IN10. wife Frauces M. Seutt, of county, married in 1×40, children 000- Marvin. Firmu of Scutt & Rivenburgh, dealers in ready made clothing.
Rorick W. il., po Middleburgh, farmer and bop grower, 80 acres, born in Schobario, December 7, 12; wifs Ellen Lawyer of Middleburgh, married September 13, 1-11; children four
Rossman Dr. J . 1 u Middleburgh, physician and surgeon, born in Fulton in 1417, was graduated from the University of Philadelphia, commenced practicing In Middleburgh in 1-6%, wife Mary ikuck, of coun- ty, born in ItM, married in IMA, died in 147; chiliren thrce.
Rouck W'lllam ii . po Middleburgh. 30 acres, born in county in j422; wife E'lien Lawyer, of county, born in ittks, Inarried in 1411; children four - Marcus B. Licals M . Alexander Bs , and Dow V. Giraudparouto net. tled in county durlug the French and Euglish war. and were noted for their remarkable age.
Schermerhorn Frank D., po Middiehurgh. Konersi grocer, born in county in 1512; wife Christina Becker, of county, married February 1, 1-68. Father William HI. Schermerhorn.
Serihner Jolın M., born in Vermont in 14016, asttled in county In 1837, was graduated from l'nion ('ollege In is3. New Brunswick, N. J., In is57, and died December 20, 1880; wife Anna Swart, po Middleburgh, born in county in 1907. married In jo; children three- John M., horn in 150, Margaret I., sod Kate M .. Dow Mrs. Duon.
Seeley Lyman, po Middleburgh, gste iender, born in Con. hecticut July 8, 1791, settled in county in 1150; wife Elizabeth Whitney of county, born in 1806, married in 1NH, died in 18.1.
Sheldon Carr. p o Middleburgh, carpenter and builder, boro in Albany county in 1825, settled in county in 1866; wife Cornella R West, born in Albany county lo 1533. married In 1452; children four listtie B .. 'Theodore C., Anna B., and Jennie C. Father Mill- ton Sheldon, of Albany county, settled In county. died April 10, 1:81; wite Harriet Simpson, born in 1801, married in 1423, died iu 1540. Lueins West, father of Mrs. Sheldon, boru in Albany county In 1×01, settled in couuty In 1571, died lu 1860; wifs Malinda Townsend, of Alhany county, horn in 1817.
Simkins Gsorge, po Middleburgb, farmer, 185 scren, born ID Albany county In 1887, settled in couuty In same year; wife Anna Mi. Shoefeit, of county, born in 1840, married in 1×50; chlidren nine. Father Nel- son Simkins, of Lewis county, settled in county in 1837, died in 1879.
Smith Amoa M., p o Middleburgis, wagon manufacturer, born in county in 1×19; wife Lucy 31. flereick, of county, horn in 15/3, married in 1840; children three-George W., born in ili, Charles C. in 14%), and Anna M. In 1813. The sons enlisted at the Orat call In INji, served through the Rebellion and were discharged at close of war. Father Zedediab Smith, born in Connecticut in 1.91, died in Scholarie county in 1536.
Snyder Adam. Jr., p o Hunter's Land, merchant and black- smith, born lu France in 1531, settled in county in 1840, aeulor member of the firin A. Snyder & Sons, general merchanta, dealing in dry goods, groceries, hardware, also carrying on general blacksmithing. repairing clocks and watches, and agent for the Meadow King Mower aud the Gregg Hake.
Snyder Dr. Hadley, p o Milddlehurgh. dental surgeon, born in Herkimer county in 1831, settled in county in 1831, has been supervisor; wife Cornelia Irwin, nf county, horn in 1-39. married in 1838; cblidren nne -Florence 1. Fatber Dr. Abraham Snyder, of Herkimer county, died In issi, was one of the prominent physicians of connty.
Snyder Abraham, p o Middleburgh, retired gentleman, born in Middleburgh December 4, 1818; wtfe Marietta Longenhnit, of Otsego county. born February %). 1821, married in September, 1945. Fatber Nicholas Snyder, of county. farmer, died in 1412 aged 64 ycars; wife Ann Ackerson, of county, died in i8.9 aged 80 years; children living six.
Soner John, p o Middleburgh. general cabinet and furniture dealsr and undertaker, born in Germany in 1996. settled in county in 1132, commenced business in 1885. han been town clerk; wife Nancy Richtmrer. of county, married in 1972; children two-Lizzie. and J. Eillott.
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HISTORY OF SCHOHARIE COUNTY.
Stalker Jonathan. p o Middleburgh. farmer, 70 acres, born lu Albany county in 1826, settled iu county iu 1845; wife Amanda Worrick, of county, horn in 1830, married in 1849; children three, eons. Father Wii- liam Stalker, of Albany county.
Stanton Abraham L., p o Middleburgh, retired gentleman, born in Middleburgh In 1824; wife Sablna M., daughter of Joeeph and Charity Bouck, born in 1821, married in 1845, died in 1860; children three- William B., Howard M, and Freeman J. Parents Freeman and Maria Lawyer Stanton.
Straub Frank X., p o Middleburgh, barber, born in Germany in 1847, settied in county in 1868; wife Ennverett Gurnsey, born in county. married in 1869; children three. Father Michael Straub.
Swart P. Z., farmer, horn in Middleburgh in 1812, dicd in August, 1819; wife iluth N. Manning, of county, born in 1814, married in 1840; children two, living one-Hezekiah M .. born in 1811; wife Lottie Benton, of Rensselaer county, born in 1815, marrled iu 1867; children four-Fannie B .. Maggio, George P., and Perry Z. Father Peter Swart. horn and died in county. Grandfather Cornelius, son of Thomae I. Swart, who eettled in county during the Revo- lution.
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