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Thorne W. E., p o Middleburgh.
Turner Amoe, p o Middleburgh, farmer, 200 acres, born in Ovunty in 1835; wife ithoda Mickle, of county, born in 1841. married in 1860; children two. Father, James Turner, of county, born in 1793, died in 1863 ; wife Salinda Loyd, of Alhany county, born in 1801, married in 1820, died in 1879. Grandfather James Turner, of Connecticut.
Turner Loren, p o Middleburgh, 75 acres, born in county in 1834 ; wife Almira Barber, daughter of Joshus, mar- ried in 1860; children two. Father James Turner.
VanAuken Edward, p o Middleburgh, retired farmer and harness-maker, 160 aeree, born in Albany county in 1813, settled in county in 1831 ; wife Marla Bouck, of county, born in 1816, married in 1835; children seven.
VanBuren John, p o Middleburgh, farmer, 115 acres, born in county in 1854. Father Daniel VanBuren, of Al- bany county. born in 1803, came to county in 1814, died in 1800 ; wife Rebecca VanZandt, of Albany county, died in 1843; children four ; second wife Catharine Wormer, of county. born in 1813, mar- ried in 1852; children two-John and Mary.
VanVolkenburg E. P., p o Middleburgh, farmer, born in Greene county. in 1842 ; wife Hattie M. VanVoiken- hurg, married in 1865; children four-liattie, Iretue, Willie and Samuel J. Tilden. Father Neison Van- Voikenburg, of Greene county.
Vroman Jacob, p o Middieburgh, farmer, 136 aores, born in Middleburgh in 1849 ; wife Rebecca Mattlce, of county, born in 1853, married in 1874; children four. Father Daniel D. Vroman, born in Otsego oounty in 1807, died in 1868.
Vroman H. A., p o Middleburgh, farmer and retired mer- chant, born in Fulton in 1828 ; wife Mary Vroman of county, married in 1860; children three. Father Ephraim Vroman.
Vroman Dow F., p o Middleburgh, farmer, 60 acres, horn in county in 1831, hae been collector of town ; wife Margaret, daughter of H Smith, born in 1835, mar- ried in 1854, children nlue. Tunis Vroman settled on the place now called Vromansland, in 1713, own- ing 1100 acres.
Watson Chancey, p o Middleburgh, retired merchant, 200 acree, born in Middleburgh in 1816, has been Jus- tice of Peace ; wife Harriet A. Tyler, of county, married in 1842 ; children three-Frances Caroline, Arthur E .; and Helen E. Father Harvey Watson, of Aibany county.
Welis Dr. H. D., p o Middleburgh, physician and eurgeon, born in Middleburgh in 1829 ; wife Margaret Sny- der, of Herkimer county, married in 1858. Father Samuel D. Wells, physician and surgeon, born in Middletown, Connecticut, in 1794, settled in coun- ty in 1820, died in 1870.
Wheeler John D., physician and surgeon, born in county in 1833, died in 1879, was eupervisor ; wife Axie A. Griggs, of county, born in 1838, married in 1858; children two-Deila M., and George B.
White Chariee A., po Middieburgh, retired gentleman, born in Albany county in 1841, settled in county in 1846 ; wire Jennie Bouck, of county, born in 1816, mar- ried in 1870; children two. Father settled in coun- ty in 1841, and died there.
Williams Osee, p o Middleburgh, 125 acres, born in county in 1835; wife Della Thorn, of county, died in 1870, children one-Casey ; second wife, Ellzabeth Thorn, married in 1871. Father David Williams, of county.
Winegsr Renben S .. p o Middleburgh, farmer, born in coun- ty in 1810 ; wife Josephene Effner, of county, born in 1851, married in 1871; children one-Chancey W. Father Ellakin Winegar, born in Otsego county in 1812, settled In couuty in 1833 ; wife Eliza Hadom, of Columbia county, married in 1837 ; children three.
Yanson Davld, p o Middleburgh, retired farmer, 80 acres, born in eounty. February 26, 1798. Niece Elizabeth M Mattice. daughter of Lawrence, wae horn in county in 1820. Father John Yanson, born in county in 1754, died January 24. 1836; wife Margaret Yan- son, of county, died in 1851; children eight, living one-David.
Young J. E., p o Middleburgh.
Zeb David. p o Middleburgh, farmer, 70 aeres, born in Mid- dleburgh in 1817, has held severni town offices; wife Lany Ann, daughter of Philip Bird, of county, married in 1838; children two-George, snd Mar- vin. Father George Zeh, of county.
Zeh John, p o Middleburgh, keeper of poor-house, born In county in 1860; wife Martha W. Pitcher of county, married in 1880.
RICHMONDVILLE.
Atkins Jeremiah E., p o Richmondville, farmer. 110 acree, born in Ulster county. September 8, 1801, settled in county in 1806; firet wife Gettie Moot; second, Eliz- abeth Babcock; children three-Dr. Edward B., Warren J, and Mary. Father Edward Atkins, was one of early settlers.
Babcock Nathan, p o Warnerville, retired farmer, 108 acres, born in Albany county. June 22. 1814, eettled in county in 1867, has been assessor; wife Lois A. Thurber, of Westford, Otsego county, married iu 1842; children two-Jackson, and George. Pareuts Robert and Sally Babcock.
Biret John C., p o Richmondville, blacksmith, born in Bava- ria, October 22. 1841, settled in county in 1:52; wife Sarah C. Gould, married in 1867; children five, Parents John Henry and Catharine M. Biret.
Boles E. Willard, p o Warnerville, physician and surgeon. Read medicine with father, Dr. Eli Boies, attended lecturee in Albany Medical College, and Castletou Medical College, of Vermont, from which he was graduated in 1855. owns 220 acres land, born in Jefferson, June 7, 1830, settled in village April 13, 1854, has been justice of peace, justice of sessions, and member of Republican county committee; wife Margaret E. Kniskern, married March 5, 1858; children three.
Boorn Lester G., p o Richmondville, manufacturer of a clothes dryer, owns X acre land, boru in Decatur, Otengo county. November 5, 1820. settled in county in 1841, has been railroad commissioner; wife Su- san Hitchcock, of Westchester county, marrled March 22. 1838; children three-Albert L., John B., and Amoe F.
Bradley Milo N , p o Richmondville, manufacturer, born in Richmondville. April 15, 1845; wife Lois, daughter of John Rossman, of town, married in 1868. Father Milo Bradley, came from Otsego county, com- menced business at Barneyville ahout 1814, was eon of Azariah Bradley, of Connecticut.
Burneson James N .. p o Richmondville, proprietor of West- over House, born in Worceeter, Otsego county, Fehruary 12, 1826, hae been deputy sheriff, town cierk, and assee-or; wife Jerusha E. Douglass, of Montgomery county, married September 17, 1854; children four-Irving J., Robert Arthur, G. Wil- iard, and Sarah E. Father Andrew Burneeon,
Butier Samuel, p o Richmondville, farmer 330 acres, born on present farm July 14. 1830. hae been supervisor and assessor; wife Cynthia Lacy, of Greene county, married in 1851; children slx. Father Moses, son of Samuel Butler, who settled and died on same farm.
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PERSONAL STATISTICS.
Chase Jared, po Warnerville, farmer and physician and surgeon, 48 acres, born in Otsego county lu 1517, settled in county and commenced practice of medicine in Seward, In 1817, and settled In War- nerville in 1851, has been supervisor; first wifs Matilda Langley, of Otago county: second wils Sarah Perkins, of Massnchusetts; children living two-George W, and J. Alberto. l'arents Jared and Harriet Chase.
Conro George W., p o Richmondville, farmer, 107 acres, born In Summit. December 2, 1817. settled on present farm In 1872; wife Ellen J . daughter of Samuel Near. married In 1871; children two-bula Ji., and Willis A. Parents Peter and Esther M. Conro.
Couchman Page B., po Richmondvlile, manufacturer of ag- rieultural Implements, born lu Broome, March 16, 1853, settled In town in February 1850. Father Iliram was son of Phillp and grandson of Henry Couchman, one of the earliest setticra of conury.
Couchman Wesley. po Richmondville, manufacturer of ag- ricultural Implements, born In Margarettvills, Delaware county, August 25, 1853. settled in town in Aprli. 1851. Father Milo, son of Houry Couch- inan.
DeGiraff William S., p o Richmondville. farmer, born in Schenectady county Marcb 5. 1814, aettied In coun- ty In 1815, wife Maria, daughter of Thomas Wright, of Sharon, marrled December 9, 18%; children ilv. ing. five. Father Nicholas DeGraff.
DeGraff Jobn N , p o Richmondville, county superintendent of poor. ' wna 123 acres, born in Richmondrilie July 20, 1818; wite Jane Bates of town, married in January. 1836; children one-Lucinda A. Zeh. Fath- er Nicholas DeGraff.
Deonis Joho H., p o Richmondvilie, farmer, 80 acres, born In Jefferson, October 13, 1816, 8-ttied in town In 1817; wife Mary Zeh. married March 22, 1810; chil- dren two-Nancy and Mary E. Mother liannah Dennis.
Dox Gilbert M., p o Richmoodvilie, farmer, 150 acres, born in Richmoodvlile on present farm, January 21, 1822, has been justice twenty years, and assessor; wife Sarnh A. Atkins, married In 1814; children living. threo. Father, Michacl Dox, setiled on farm about 1815, one of first settiers in town.
Dox Lutber, p o Rlcbmondville, farmer and saw.mill pro- prietor, 81 acres, hornon present farm In 1836, bas been highway commissioner and constable; wifs Melissa Spaulding, married in 1858; children two- Sylvia A. and Verda M. Fatber, David, son of Michael Dox. Farm has been in farolly about sixty years.
Feiter Abram H., p o Richmondvllie, farmer and iumber- man, 71 acres, born in North Bleohelm November 6, 1834. settied lo tuwn in 1859, bas been overseer of poor and bighway commissioner: wife Isabel Shelmidine, of Jefferson, married July 4, 1856; cbildruu four. Father, Matthew Feiter.
Foland Phillip O., p o Cobieskill, farmer, 280 acres, boro on preseot farin February 15. 1830, has been highway commissioner; wife Sarah E. Ostrander, married In 1853; children one-Allce. Father, Henry, was son of Philip Foiand, the first settler on farm.
Fox Jeremiah, p o Richmondvilie, bop, grain, and dairy farmer, 104 acres, born in Summit May 36, 1831, settled in town April 1, 1866; wife Lovila Snook; second wife Celestia Dibbie; children three-Ailie, Satie, and Effie. Parents, George and Sarah Fox.
Fox' J. Angie, p o ilichmoodvilie, farmer, 81 acres, born In Richmondville October 11. 1817; wife Rebecca, daughter of Joshua Cross, married In 1849; oblidren three-Eliza M, Lucia, and Willis G. Father, Joho Fox, settled In town about 1793.
Frazier George L., p o illchmondville, farmer 53 acres, born on preseut farm February 16, 1823, bas heen asscs- sor and commissioner: wife Catbarine Zeb. of town, married in 1850; chlidren ooe-iiattie. Parents, John and Laney Frasier.
Frasier A. D., p o Richmondvilie, dealer in general mer- chandise. born In town July 3, 1814, has been town clerk; wife Allda Sheldon, of town, married In 1872; children two-Ciaode Il. aud Edith A. Fatber, Hiram Frazier, bas becu in business twenty-eight years.
Gaie Henry S., p o Waroervilie, physician and surgeon, born in Richmond county January 18, 1819, read medicine with Dr. J. N. Spencer, commenced prac- - tice iu 1866, attended lectures at the University of Philadelphia, In 1868 and 1873 settled in couoty lo Fuitou in 1871, and commenced practice of medi- cine in Warnerville in April, 1881; wife Celia Nsw- man, born In 1852, married August 26, 1870; cbii- dren four.
Gordon Julins B. p o Richmondville, farmer, 115 acres, born to town September at 1:41; wife Caroline, daughter of iliram Horst, of Cobleak !!!. married la 1820. Father, l'hoenix C., son of David Gordon.
ilartweil Gibson, p o ilichmondville, farmer and retired morebant, born lu Olargo county December 2, 1817, settled In county lo 1515 han been anpervisor, assessor and collector; wife Etrira Jobnavn, of Otsego county ; ircond wils Sophrona Jabuson, of Schubaris county; children living, two-Emms and ('arric Chambers. Pareuts, Joarph sad Betsey Hartwell.
Hartweil Sophrous, po itichmondville, owos bl acres, born In Sumodt November 4. 1Ky, settled In town lo February, 1950: first husband James Mf Johnson, married December 18, 1M9; second husband (beon Hartweil, of Otsego county. married December 25, 1874; children Ilving, two- Mary L. Morgan and Adelia Jabonon.
Holmes ilarvey, p o Richmondville, farmer, 200 aeres, born In Fuiton December 5, 1920, settled on present farm In 1811; wife Hanosh E., daughter of Jere- mlab Cross, married lu 1440; children two-Austin C. and William S. Father, Willlam Ilolmes, one of first settlers of Fulton.
Holmes William J . p o Cobleskiil, farmer, &0 acres, born In Fuiton Marob 13, 1510, settied In town In 1631, bas beeu collector. highway commissioner and excise commissioner; wife Marcia J. I'atriage, of Esper. ance, married In 1'55; children anven. Parents, James and ilanush 8 Holmes, the former nf Scho- barle, and the latter of Colombia county.
liarroway James, p o iliobmondviiie, station and express agent. 4.0acres, born in Richmond vilie, August &), 1×30, has been supervisor, presidential elector aad railroad commissioner; wifs Marla, daughter of John Warner, married In November, 1813; children thrse-Elias J., Slelvin W., and Filzabeth Ostran- der. Father Elias Harroway, of Connecticut, set- tled in town In Aprlı, 182).
Hoimes Jobn, p o Richmondville, dealer in generai mer- chandise, born In Fulton, October 6, 1836, settled In town In 18:5, has been overseer nf poor two years; wifs Jane A. Drew, of Rensselaer county. married In 1-57; children living two-Rosa, and John D. Father Willism was son of James Holmes a native of New Jersey.
Isbam Charles, p o West Richmondville, saw.mlli propris- tor, aud farmer, 160 acres, born In Seward, Octo. ber 14. 18:34, settled In town In 1836, Is porimaster; wife Mary, daughter of John Foster, of Richmond- ville, married In 153; children two-Mary and Francea. Father Benjamin Isbam of Connecticut, settled in town about 1812, and was son of John labanı.
Jones Rev. LeGrand, p o Richmondville, pastor of M. E. church, born in Fultonvills. Montgomery county. November 27, 1845, settled In county In same year. enlisted In Company 1, 134th Regt N. Y. Vols., as private, was promuted to First Lieutenant. com. menced preaching at Quaker St., In 1.72, ordained Eider in 1876, and came to present charge In 1%y0; wife Martha Brazee, of Franklinton, married March 18, 1500; children two.
Jones George, p o West Richmondville, farmer 89 acres, born In Fulton, September 12, 1540, settied In town in April, 18,3, has been justice of peace: wife Carris, daughter of Chauncey Brard, of Jefferson, mar. ried July 4, 186 ;; children ons - Chauncey. Father Stepben S Jones, of Albany county, one of frat Bettiers in Fulton, grandfather George Rossman. also an early settler In Fuiton.
Josiyn Daniel R., p. n Richmondvilio, farmer 126 acres, born in Albany county, September 4, 1520, settled In couoty In 1831, has beeu highway commissioner of town; wife Ablgall N., daughter of Edward and Suann Kinnicntt, married November $9. 1942; children living, six. Parents Richard and Marga- ret Joslyn.
Kiing Francis, p o Cobieskiil, farmer and owner of stone quarry, 136 acres, born In Sharon, December 25, 1818, settied on present farm In 1851, has been over- seer of poor; wife Mary E. Foland, married In 1812; children three-Margaret, Harriet, and George II. Fatber John G. Kling.
LaMont William T . p o Richmondville, dsaler in four, fard, and groceries, born In Charlottville, November !.. 1830, settled in town In ING0, bas heen supervisor; wife Mary Rogers, of Massachusetts, daoghter of Rev. Aaron Rogers of the N. Y. Conference, mar- rled ja September, 1559; children three-Ella, Wilbur F., and W. Staniey. Fathar Thomas W., was son nf Willlam LaMont, Jr.
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HISTORY OF SCHOHARIE COUNTY.
Mann Henry, Jr., po Warnerville, resident, 54 acres, born in Warnerville, February 20, 1803, has been sheriff; wife Ann Ellza Mann, of town, married in 1822; childreu one-Helen M. Segar. Father Peter G. Mann, was ono of early settlers In town.
Mann George L., p o Warnerville, farmer, 213 acres, born ou present farmu, August 6, 1829; has been collector and overseer of poor; wife Nanoy Catharlue, daughter of Ahram D. Lawyer, married in Janu- ary, 1853; children living two-Cella and Veda. Father Henry Mann, settled ou farm at an early day.
Mann James H., p o Richmondville, farmer, born in Rich- mondville. Father Peter H. Mann, was son of John Mann, one of first settlers of town.
Mann George H . p o Richmondville, farmer and saw-mill proprietor, 62 acres, horn on present farm March 30, 1822; wife Lovina Mucky, of Blenheim, married in 1844; childrenone, Alvluzo. Father John Mann. Mann Eghert, po Richmondville, commercial agent, born in Richmondville, November 12, 1837; wife Amnella Lawyer, married In February, 1863; children one Alida. Father Abraham was son of Colonel Peter G. Mann.
Mann Isaac, p o Richmond vllle, clvll engineer and surveyor, horn in Richmondville, April 13, 1815, has been Superintendent of schools, inspector of elections, overseer of poor, highway commissioner, and no- tary public; wife Elizabeth Atkins, married Jan- uary 27, 1812; children living five. Father Colonel Peter G. Mann.
Mann Tobias, p o Richmondvllle, farmer, 130 acres, born in Richmondville, October 2, 1818, has been super- visor; wife Juliana Pitcher, of Middleburgh, mar- ried May 30. 1833. children three-Sylvester N., Philip, and Nancy E. Bartlett. Father Philip, son of George Mann.
McDonald Sylvester, po Warnerville, farmer and assessor, 14h acres; born in Richmondville, March 20, 1825, settled on farm in 1863; wifo Louisa Gorse, of Ful- ton, marrled October 2, 1850, children two-Willis and Arthur. Father Robert was son of John Mc- Donald, who came to towu June 1, 1799, and dled there.
Mickei Tobias, p o Warnerville, farmer and saw-mill prople- tor, 248 acres, born in Cobleskiil, July 7, 1829. set- tled on present farm in 1818; wife Amelia Waldorf, of town; children five Parents George and Cath- arine Mickel. Grandfathers Andrew Mickel and Philip Foland, were early settlers in Richmond- ville.
Moore John E., p o Richmondville, farmer, 50 acres, born in Chester, Hamden county, Mass , in 1809, settled in connty March 18. 1817, has been census enumera- tor, justice of sessions, aud inspector of schools; wife Mary Draper, of town, marrled March 27, 1834; children Ilving, three-Oliver A., Celia B. Cole, and Elizabeth Kellogg.
Moot Fred., p o Richmondville, farmer, 207 acres, born in Summit, April 15. 1831, settled in town in 1856, has been supervisor; wife Mary Rider, of Summit. married in 1855. Father Henry Moot, was son of Frederick, one of first settlers of Summit.
Moot James H., p o Richmondville, hop grower and grain farmer, 156 acres, born in Summit, March 21, 1828, settled on present farm in 1868; wife Catharine Wharton, of Summit, married in 1850; children three, living two-Silas H., Flora A., and Albert. (deceased). Father ilenry Moot.
Olendorf Alfred M., p o Richmondville, owner of planing mili and sash and blind factory, born In Otsego county In 1822, settled in county in 1862, owns 129 acres land; wife Alice Rogers, married in 1862; children five-Florence E., Julia M., Margaret E., Carrie, and Edith. Father Jacob Olendorf.
Oimstead J. B., p o Richmondville, editor Democrat.
Ostrander George W., p o Richmondville, dealer in drugs and hardware, born in Summit, October 26, 1837, settled in town in 1851; wife Libbie, daughter of James ilarroway, married November 28, 1867. Father Levi, was son of Hubbard Ostrander, who settled in county about 18:0.
Ostrom Joshua T., p o Richmondville, farmer, 75 acres, born in Albany county, February 10, 1804, settied in county in 1820, has been highway commissioner; wife Polly M. Fulier, married January 10, 1827, died February 6, 1870; children living. four-George L., Elijah T, Warren W., and Adelaide Babcock. Parents John and Sarah (Tompkins) Ostrom.
Paul Rev. J. S., p o Richmondville, pastor of Lutheran church, born in Easton, Pa., November 9, 1847, setiled in county August 22, 1877, licensed to preach in June. 1876, and ordalned in June, 1877, educated at Hartwick Seminary, Otsego county; wife Carrie Reimel, of Johnsville, Pa., born July 29, 1854, married March 16, 1872.
Posson Henry, p o Warnerville, farmer, 90 acres, born in Wright, October 11, 1812, settled in town In 1870; first wife Janette Forsyth; second wife Rosanna Young: third wife Aceneth Crippen; chlidren five. Father, l'eter, was son or Peter Posson, of Rhiue- beck.
Rockefeller William, p o Richmondville, speculator and fariner, 50 acres, boru io Germantown, Columbla county, in 1811, settled in county in 1812; wife Ellza Foland, of Cobleskill, horn in 1:08, married in 1830; chlidreu living, one-Cathariue C. Reight- myer. Parents, Johu and Sally Rockefeller, of Germantown.
Rogers Benjamin C., p o Richmoudville, farmer and horti- culturist. 21 acres, born In Richmond May 1, 1834, settled In village in 1855, has been justice: first wife Mary Pixley: second wife Cornelia Fuller; children three-Joseph E., George W. and Mary L. Father, Elisha F Rogers.
Shafer Poter M , po Warnervlile, drover and cattle dealer, boru in village July 20, 1819, has been overseer of poor, assessor, and excise commissioner; wife Lydla Van Dreeser ; second wife llannah E. flouck; childreu living, seven. Parents, David and Eva Shafer.
Shafer Henry A., po Warnervilie, farmer, 287 acres, born ou present farm May 30, 1801; wite Elizabeth, daugh- ter of John Joe shafer, married In 1829; childreu llving, eight. Father, Heury Shafer, Jr. was first settler on farm In 1797.
Shafer Gideon N., p o Richmondville, blacksmith and farmer, 87 acres, horn in town February 4, 1836, settled on farm iu 1857: wife Elizabeth, daughter of Peter 1laveriy, of Alhany county, married in · 1856; children three-Sanford G, Emanuel, and Nela M. Father, llenry A. Shafer.
Sheldou Phillp W., p o Richmondvllle insurance agent, born in Seward September 1, 1-33, settled in town in 1818: wife Anna C., daughter of Stephen Osborn, married February 13, 1863. Father. William, son of John Sheldon, who came fromn Schenectady.
Slater Erastus W. p o Richmondville, farmer, 5 acres, born in Schohario April 6, 1829, settled in town In 1831, has been assessor; wife ilannah Nipe, mar- ried in 1831; children three-Ellen, Mary, and Thomas. Parents, William and Hannah Slater.
Smith Emonds W , po Richmondville, commercial agent. born in Wilton, Maine. May 2, 1853, settled in county September 11, 1880; wife Ettle, daughter of Peter and Sally Boughton, married in 1874; chii- dren two-Spencer E., and Freddie J. Father, William B Smith.
Smith Andrew, p o West Richmondville, farmer, 180 acres, boru in Richmondville in 1812; wife Lucinda Mosier, of Schenectady county, married in 1814; children one-John A. Father, John Smith, native of Alhany, was soldier in war of 1812, and first settier on farm.
Snyder Edward L, po Richmondville, attorney and coun- selor, born in Columbia county Inne 19, 1-39. settled in county January 6, 1869, has been justice of peace and justice of sessions, was graduated at Union College iu 1861, and admitted to practice May 5, 1864; wife Esteila Decker, married Novem- ber 12, 1867; children one-Byron W.
Spencer Nirum, p o West Fulton, farmer and painter, born in town February 18, 1841, has heen town clerk and collector; wife Alhina C. Fellows, married in 1865; children five Parents, Ambrose and Hannah Spencer. Farm has been in family ahout forty- five years.
Stevens Ambrose B . p o Richmondville, machinist, born in Durham, Greene county, In 1837, settled in county in 1842: wife Martha A. Ballard, ot Williamstown, Oswego county, married in 1861; children one, adopted-Matie L. Fatter, Ohediah Stevens, of Duchess county.
Sutphen Mlchael, p o Richmondville, farmer, 110 acres, boru in Seward July 8, 1836, settled in town in 1849; wife Emeiine Rechmire, married In 1847; children nine. Father, Joseph, son of Richard Sutpnen, a soldier of the Revolution.
Swaln John I., p o Richmondville, farmer, 70 acres, horn In Greenbush July 8, 1828, settled in county in 1835, has been assessor; wife Jane Van Alstine. Par- ents, Isaac and Hannah Swain.
Tanner James, p o No. 362 Ninth street, Brooklyn. tax coi- lector of Brooklyn, born in Richmondville Aprli 4, 1844, read law with Judge William C. LaMont in 1866, was admitted in 1869, elected commander of the Grand Army of the Republic, was deputy coi- lector of port of New York. Soldiers Home at Bath was hullt through his instrumentallty. Wife Meroah White, married November 17, 1866; chii- dren four.
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PERSONAL STATISTICS.
Terrei Stepneu A., p o West Richmondvilie, bop and dairy farmer, born in Richmondvillo September 12, 1843; wife Florence J. Smith, of town, married in July. 1869; children oue-Edith L. Parents, Esmuel E. and Julia A. Terrei.
Van Patten Nichoiss II., p o Richmondville, hop and dairy farmer, 118 acres, born in Richmondviiie October 8, 1838; wife Selina Marson, of Summit, married January 12, 1862: children coven. Parents, James and Sarab Vau Patten, the former a native of Ai- bany county, was oue of early settiers of town In 1833.
Walker James If., p o Cobleskiii, tarmer and wagon manufsc- turer, 80 acres, born In present town May 30, 1Ml; wife Jemima Clute, of Saratoga county, married iu 1865; cbildreu six. Parents, Samuel and Rhoda M. Walker.
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