Portrait and biographical record of Queens County (Long Island) New York, Part 146

Author: Chapman, firm, publishers
Publication date: 1896
Publisher: New York ; Chicago : Chapman Publishing Co.
Number of Pages: 1220

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Our subject took out his naturalization papers after attaining his majority, and since that time has voted for Republican candidates. Fraternally he is a member of Glencove Lodge No. 580, F. & A. M., with which he has been associated ever since twenty-one years of age, and has been mas- ter of this lodge for many terms. He is likewise connected with the chapter. In Scottish Rites he has taken the thirty-second degree and is regarded as one of the most influential mem- bers of his lodge. He is also a member of the Royal Arcanum at Glencove, in which body he has filled all the chairs. About 1891 he became identified with the American Society of Mechan- ical Engineers, which is both national and inter- national in its scope.

The paternal grandfather of our subject was a soldier under Napoleon and was under his com-

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mand during the campaign into Russia. Many who left their native land to fight reached Mos- cow, but the ancestor of Mr. Grimm was one of the very few who ever lived to return. It had been the intention of our subject's father that he should enter the army as soon as old enough, hence his trip to America was considered in the light of a visit to his uncle. Paul H., however, was of a peace loving disposition and he had not remained long in America before he had con- cluded to make the "land of the free" his per- manent abiding place.

B ENJAMIN MOORE, JR., is a native of Astoria, born in Grand Avenue January 27, 1853, but his father, Benjamin, and his grandfather, Joseph Moore, were born in Chesh- ire, England. The latter came, with his family, to the United States when his son Benjamin was a mere youth. After following the calling of a florist in New York City and Flushing he came to Astoria, and here made his home until death called him hence. Benjamin Moore learned the trade of a baker in Silliman's bakery, at Flush- ing, then came to Astoria, and until 1853 had charge of R. H. Smith's bakery in Main Street. He then started a bakery of his own in Grand Avenue, built a residence and shop, and con- ducted a very successful business until his retire- ment from active life, when he was succeeded by his son Benjamin. In his early manhood he was united in marriage with Miss Ann M. Parks, who was born in Aberdeen, Scotland. Her father left a flourishing business in that country to come to America, and became a merchant in New York City. In 1849 he died of cholera in Flushing. Mrs. Moore was called from this life in August, 1892, having become the mother of five children, four of whom are living in Astoria, and are use- ful and respected citizens.

Benjamin Moore, Jr., the subject of this sketch, was educated in the public schools of the fourth ward, and when about nineteen years of age fin- ished his education. Previous to that time lie had decided to follow in his father's footsteps and become a baker, and as a means to this end, he began at the bottom and thoroughly learned the details of every department, so that at the time of his father's retirement, in 1880, he was in every way fitted to take the management of the estab- lishment into his own hands. In 1887 he became

the sole proprietor of the business, and continued at the old stand until 1890, when he bought the vacant lot at the corner of Main and Remsen Streets, and designed and put up the fine brick business block in which he is now doing business. It has a frontage of forty-two feet in Main Street, extends back 120 feet, and comprises three stories and a basement, in the latter of which the baking is done. The retail business occupies the first floor, the rear of which is used for the delivery wagons. On the second and third floors Mr. Moore has his residence. The building is one of the most sightly in the village, and the front and sides are of pressed brick from Philadelphia. Only first-class goods are turned out, and neat- ness and order are the first laws. There are four large ovens, with the latest improvements, 12X14 feet. The output per day is enormous, and twen- ty-five hands are given constant employment. His business is mainly wholesale, and he deals largely with New York and Brooklyn retail houses, as well as with those of College Point, Flushing, Corona, Woodside, and Long Island City. Ten teams are kept constantly busy, and a very extensive and paying business is done by this wide-awake man of affairs. He is one of the trustees of the Long Island City Savings Bank.

Mr. Moore was married in Astoria to Miss Ella J. Bartlett, a daughter of Rev. Philip Bartlett, minister of the Methodist Episcopal Church of Astoria for some time, but now retired. He is eighty-five years of age, but is still hale and hearty. To Mr. and Mrs. Moore five children have been born: Nellie, Philip, Benjamin, Mar- garet, and Alex. Mr. Moore is a member of Ad- vance Lodge, F. & A. M., and is one of the trus- tees of the Methodist Episcopal Church. He has always been ? true-blue Republican, but never an official aspirant.

C APT. CHARLES HANCE is one of the old settlers of Flushing, and has been chief of police for the past thirteen years. The duties of this responsible position he has discharged in a most able and satisfactory man- ner, and he seems admirably fitted for the office. being fearless, determined, and a correct judge of human character. During the thirteen years he has been chief of police he has made numerous arrests, the most noted being Fink and Tieman. Muller and Steiner, Augustine. John Smith,

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Harris, Watson, Hamilton, and numerous oth- ers, all of whom were arrested at different times and sent up for many years. Captain Hance has made a most excellent officer, and since holding that position he has introduced many measures of discipline and training calculated to improve the force and the police. He is a native of As- toria, Long Island City, and the son of Benjamin and Annie (Hoover) Hance, the former a native of Germany, and the latter of New Jersey.

Grandfather Benjamin Hance was the first of the family to come to America, and he settled in Westchester County, where for some time he was engaged in farming. Later he settled in Brook- lyn, afterwards in Newtown, and finally in Hal- lett's Point and Astoria, where he cultivated the soil until his death. Benjamin Hance, Jr., was but a small boy when he came with his parents to America, and his early life was passed in as- sisting on the home places. After marriage he located in Astoria, later removed to Winfield, and there died of palsy, when seventy-six years old. His wife died when about the same age. Their four children were as follows: Alexander, a flor- ist of Winfield; Charles, our subject; Eliza, now Mrs. Kenna, of New York City; and Benjamin, who is a resident of Far Rockaway, this county.

Until the age of fourteen our subject remained in Astoria, and received his education in the pub- lic schools. Later he began learning the brick- layer's and plasterer's trade in Brooklyn, and fol- lowed this until 1857. He then went to Aurora, Ill .; thence to St. Paul, Minn .; Galena, Dubuque, Davenport, Rock Island, Galesburg, and for eighteen months was engaged in erecting Lom- bard College. Returning home, he married and subsequently settled in Brooklyn, where he fol- lowed his trade until 1861. About that date he moved to Flushing, and in connection with his trade he engaged in contracting and building. Scores and scores of buildings in Flushing are the monuments of his handiwork. In 1874 he began his career in public life, and was appointed deputy sheriff, serving three years under Rush- more, three years under A. B. Wright, and was chief of Far Rockaway Beach. After this he was deputy sheriff under Garry Truman for three years.

In the year 1881 our subject was made chief of police of Flushing, being the first to hold that position, and started with two men besides him- self. He has about eight men at the present

time. For twenty-two years, or up to 1895, Cap- tain Hance had charge of the town hall of Flush- ing, but at that date he resigned. The trustees passed resolutions of the highest commendation to Mr. Hance, and presented him with a large framed copy, in which he takes great pride. The captain devotes all his time to the duties of his position, and performs them in a most efficient manner. He was chief engineer of the fire de- partment for six years, was a member of Brook- lyn and Long Island shooting clubs, and also of Flushing Shooting Club. At present he is a member of Whitestone Gun Club, has made a fine score, and on the 7th of March, 1894, won a silver water pitcher for best score, killing thirty- nine out of forty birds. He is considered the best shot in this section, and has won fourteen out of fifteen matches.

Captain Hance owns property in Flushing, and a fine residence in Linden Avenue, which is kept in excellent condition through the efforts of his wife, formerly Miss Maria Elizabeth Smith, a na- tive of Troy, N. Y. The following children have been born to them: Minnie, now Mrs. Miserole, of Flushing; William E .; Florence E., now Mrs. J. Eckard; Alfred E. and Albert E. (twins); and Jessie E., who died in 1895, when nineteen years old. For thirty-three years the captain has been an Odd Fellow. In politics he is a Republican. The family attends the Dutch Reformed Church.

J OHN JAMIESON, of Rockaway Beach, is a member of the firm of Jamieson & Bond, dealers in ice, coal and wood. These gen- tlemen came to this locality from Williamsburg about 1874, and about 1875 established their pres- ent business, which they have since continued suc- cessfully.

The subject of this sketch was born in Dun- dee, Scotland, November 22, 1851, a son of James and Jane (Taylor) Jamieson, and when but three years old was brought by them to this country, and for many years thereafter his home was in the city of Brooklyn. He is one of the eight children born to his parents, but four of whom survive: Thomas, of Brooklyn; Walter, of Bath, N. Y .; Mary, Mrs. Wood, of Brooklyn; and John. The early education of the last mentioned was se- cured in the public schools of his adopted city, and, upon reaching a suitable age, he began learning the carpenter's trade. In March, 1874, he came

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to Rockaway Beach, having taken the contract to build Hammel's Hotel, and here he followed the occupation of contracting and building for three years. In the meantime he became interested in the ice business, and in 1875 formed a partner- ship with John Bond, an able and honorable busi- ness man, with whom he has been harmoniously connected in a business way up to the present time. They first began in a very modest way, but as their interests developed they increased their facilities, and now have a large and flourish- ing establishment. Both Mr. Jamieson and Mr. Bond possess excellent business qualifications, and are withal strictly upright and honorable gentlemen to deal with, and have become well and favorably known in their locality. Politically Mr. Jamieson is a stanch Republican, has taken a decided interest in local politics, but has never been an official aspirant. Socially he belongs to the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. He and his worthy wife, formerly Miss Fannie Sturges, are members of the First Congregational Church of Oceanus, and he is superintendent and one of the teachers of the Sabbath-school. His family consists of three interesting children, Addie, Lil- lie, and Ella.

C APT. EDWIN WALLACE. Among the men of Rockville Center who have made their home on the ocean most of their lives may be mentioned Capt. Edwin Wal- lace, who, by following a fixed purpose to make the most and best of himself, has overcome many difficulties, and risen step by step to a place of influence and honor among public-spirited and high-minded men. He was born in Millbridge, Me., in 1835, to the marriage of James and Nancy A. (Upton) Wallace, both natives of the Pine Tree State, where they spent their entire lives. The first members of the Wallace family to settle in Maine were Maj. Benjamin and Joseph Wal- lace, who located there about 1760. James Wal- lace, son of Benjamin, and grandfather of our subject, resided in that state all his life, and was a man of influence and importance.

James Wallace spent his early life on the sea, but during the latter part of his life was engaged in mercantile pursuits. Respected and honored by all, he passed away in 1883. His wife is still living (1895) at the advanced age of eighty-four years, and enjoys fairly good health. During his

boyhood days Capt. Edwin Wallace had limited educational advantages, but being possessed of superior abilities and a desire to make some- thing of himself, he has improved every oppor- tunity, and, while not a "college man," is well informed on all topics of interest, for by his own efforts he obtained a liberal education. When fourteen years old he went to sea, and when nine- teen years old was promoted to be master of a vessel. With the exception of one year spent on shore, he passed all his time on his vessels up to 1886.

During that time Captain Wallace made thirty- eight voyages to Europe, and forty-two voyages to the tropics, one being to the East Indies, one to the Cape of Good Hope, and one to South America. Since 1886 he has resided on his farm in the suburbs of Rockville Center. He was mar- ried in 1855 to Miss Hannah Foster, a native of Maine, and a daughter of Warren Foster, who was also a native of that state. One son survives this union, James W. Wallace, who is a promi- nent attorney of the state of Washington. Mr. Wallace attends the Methodist Church, and takes an interest in all good work. Fraternally he is a Mason, and also a member of the Knights of Pythias. In politics he is a Democrat, but votes for the best man at local elections. He is one of the wide-awake, public-spirited citizens of his locality, and manifests a deep interest in its growth and progress. At present he is a mem- ber of the board of trustees of Rockville Center, and treasurer of the board of water commission- ers.

H ENRY M. W. EASTMAN, attorney, coun- selor at law and banker of the village of Roslyn, is one of the county's representa- tive men, and the firm of Eastman & Eastman is well known in New York City and Roslyn. Mr. Eastman is a son of Henry W. and Lydia (Macy) Eastman, and is a descendant of Roger Eastman, who was the first of the family to settle in Ameri- ca. Jacob C. Eastman, the grandfather of our subject, was a native of New Hampshire, but at an early date located in the village of Roslyn. where lic followed the carpenter's trade. Mrs. Eastman's family is an old and prominent one in the East, and the first one to settle in this coun- try was Thomas Macy, who came here about 1635 from near Salisbury, Wiltshire, England.

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The father of Henry W. was a native of Roslyn, born in 1826, and in the common schools he se- cured a fair education. Later he took up the study of law and followed this through life, his death occurring at his home in Roslyn in 1882. He was one of the most prominent men of the county. His widow, who is seventy years old, and remarkably well preserved for her years, now resides in Flushing. Of their children we men- tion the following: Frederick is a resident of Roslyn; Eliza L., deceased, was the wife of G. J. Garretson, who has been judge of Queens County for the past ten years; Henry M. W. is our sub- ject; George W. is in partnership with our sub- ject; Grace E. is the wife of Edward T. Payne, of Glencove; Mary P. is the wife of John B. Hy- att, living in Stamford, Conn .; and Margaret C. is the wife of Augustus E. Haward, of Newtown.

The boyhood of our subject was spent under the parental roof, and he had good educational advantages, which he improved. In the year 1873 he entered the Columbia Law School of New York City, was graduated from that insti- tution in 1875, and at once began practicing with his father. He is now one of the most successful attorneys in his section, and his business is di- vided between Roslyn, Jamaica Brooklyn and New York City. In 1876 the father established the Roslyn Savings Bank, which has flourished ever since, and Mr. Eastman is the first vice-presi- dent of the institution. Politically he is a Repub- lican, and in religious belief an Episcopalian, having held many offices in that church. He is an active member of the Roslyn Benevolent So- ciety, is a member of the Shield of Honor, Roslyn Lodge No. 2, and is also trustee and treasurer of the Bryant Circulating Library Association.

Mr. Eastman was married in September, 1878, to Miss Gussie Rushmore, daughter of William T. and Helen A. Rushmore, of Brooklyn. Two sons have been born to this union: Henry W. and William.

W ILLIAM H. HOAG, M. D. It is much to achieve success, but it is infinitely more to win the gratitude of the suf- fering and afflicted. In Manhasset there is per- haps no one who in this regard has greater rea- son for content than William H. Hoag, who has been engaged in practice in this place for the past twenty-eight years. His father, Casper F. Hoag,

was a wealthy business man of Schenectady, this state, owning and operating a large iron foundry. He was born in Dutchess County and when he had reached mature years was married to Miss Annie Clute, whose birth occurred in Schenec- tady. Mrs. Hoag was of Holland-Dutch extrac- tion and her ancestors for several generations back were residents of the latter city. The father departed this life when seventy-eight years of age, while his good wife was in her sixty-fifth year at the time of her demise.

The parental family included seven children, of whom William H. was the eldest. Carrie is now the wife of Ansel Mackey and makes her home in Geneva, N. Y .; Casper, Jr., makes his home in Judsonia, White County, Ark .; Annie, Mrs. War- ren, departed this life while residing at Elmira, N. Y .; Eleanor married Riggs Olmstead and is living at Schenectady; Alice M. also makes her home in that city; and Pierre C. is a practicing physician of Manhasset. His biography will also appear in this work.

The subject of this sketch was born in Schenec- tady, January 16, 1840. There he received a good academic education and pursued his studies . in the lyceum when Chester A. Arthur and other noted men were students there. The study of medicine seemed to come naturally to him, and when only twenty years of age he began reading with Dr. Alex Vedder, a well known physician of his native town, with whom he remained for three years. During this time he spent one year in college at Albany, and two years in the College of Physicians and Surgeons, New York City. It was his intention to graduate from this institu- tion, but the Civil War breaking out about this time, he was desirous of doing his part toward sustaining the Union, and, being examined by the State Board of Regents, entered the service of his country as assistant surgeon of the One Hundred and Thirty-fourth Regiment, New York Infantry. During the three years of his enlist- ment he had abundance of practical experience, being called upon to perform operations of all kinds, many cases under his charge being of the most difficult kind. After this experience, which was worth more than years of study, he returned to college and was graduated with the class of '65.

Our subject began practice as the partner of Dr. Vedder, his former instructor. The latter had such confidence in his ability to care for his patients that he took an extended vacation, and on his return found his business to be in ex-

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cellent condition. Dr. Hoag later took charge of Dr. M. R. Vedder's practice in Flushing, during the latter's absence in Europe, where he remained for six months. On his return Dr. Hoag came to Manhasset, where he opened an office and began practice. Many years of the most devoted labor have placed him among the few of whom it may be said they stand at the head of the profession in their community.

Dr. Hoag was married in 1871 to Miss Sarah E. Post, a native of Passaic, N. J. To them have been granted a son, Percy L., and daughter, Grace M. He is a Republican in politics and in religious matters is a devoted member of Christ's Church at Great Neck.

C HARLES E. HADDEN, who passed from this life February 2, 1896, was one of the most skillful architects and builders in Seacliff, whose office was located at No. 102 South Fifth Avenue. He was born in the city of New York, November 22, 1826, to John S. and Martha (Gedney) Hadden, the former of whom was also a contractor and builder of New York City. There our subject grew to manhood, and was given the advantages of the public schools, and later that of boarding schools at White Plains and Tarrytown, N. Y., spending about five years at these two places. After finishing his literary education, he, at the age of sixteen years, began serving an apprenticeship at the carpenter and builders' trade, continuing thus for about five years, during which time he acquired a most practical and thorough knowledge of the busi- ness. After working independently as a journey- man for a few years, he started in business for himself in New York City and to this occupation his attention was devoted until the time of his death. He erected some magnificent structures, the finest of which are the Manhattan Hospital, the Home for the Aged at One Hundred and Fourth Street and Tenth Avenue, New York, Sheltering Arms in Harlem, the Washington Square Church, besides the Methodist Episcopal Church at Seacliff and many of the finest business buildings and residences of the place.

In 1879 Mr. Hadden built a beautiful home in Seacliff, having, in 1872, become identified with the Seacliff Grove and Metropolitan Camp Ground Association of New York and Brooklyn, which had for its object the holding of camp meetings. This was really the commencement

of the development of Seacliff, which has become a famous summer resort. Soon after this asso- ciation was started Mr. Hadden became one of the trustees, and this position he held until his death. Four times he was president of the village board of Seacliff. In early life he was a Whig in his political views and voted for Taylor in 1848, but in 1856 John C. Fremont received his support and from that time on he was a strong sup- porter of Republican principles. While residing in New York City he was tendered the nomi- nation of alderman from his ward, but refused it, also refusing to become a candidate for the general assembly of the state. In fact, the strife and turmoil of the political arena had no charms for him and he was more than content to devote his attention to his business interests.

In 1853 the marriage of Mr. Hadden with Miss Caroline Harker, of New York City, was cele- brated, she being a daughter of Abel Harker, and a native of that city. To this union three children were given. John G., a produce dealer in New York, is married and has two children: Emma A. is the wife of Marion T. Reed, who is at the head of the Weed Glass Works of New York City, and has one child; and Louie Bell is the wife of Egbert Leaycraft, who is a successful house decorator of New York City. They have one child. Mr. Hadden was a member of Wash - ington Square Methodist Episcopal Church, with which he had been identified since 1843. For about seven years he was president of the board of trustees, was one of the trustees for nearly fifteen years, and served as class leader for thirty years. He held these positions in the Seacliff Methodist Episcopal Church also. For many years he was an active worker for the cause of Christianity and lived an upright life, well worthy of emulation.

H ON. HENRY C. JOHNSON. ex-assen1- blyman and ex-postmaster of Astoria. has with efficient ability occupied these offi- cial positions, and as one of the old residents of Queens County is well known and highly re- spected. He is a native of this state and was born in Granville, Washington County. Septem- ber 19. 1839. His father, Thomas Johnson, was also a native of that locality, where he carried on the business of a tanner for the greater part of his life, and where his decease occurred.

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Harriet Emmons, the daughter of Capt. Elihu Emmons, who was captain of the Federal troops in the War of 1812, commanding his company at the battle of Plattsburg. He was a native of Vermont and one of the leading men of his state. Mrs. Harriet Johnson is now living, at the age of eighty years, making her home with our subject.

The parental family included nine children, five of whom grew to mature years, and of this number two now survive, the sister of Henry C. being Mrs. C. C. Ellsworth, a resident of Astoria. Our subject passed the first two years of his life in his native county, also living for a time in Saratoga County and western Massachusetts. In 1852 he came to Long Island City, where he at- tended school, receiving instruction in both the public and private schools of Astoria. After fin- ishing the course here he entered the law office of William Brooks, now deceased, but then a resi- dent of New York, reading under his instruction for several years. He did not apply for admis- sion to the bar, although fully qualified to do so, and in 1869 was appointed postmaster of Astoria by President Grant. Such satisfaction did he give to the people of his community that he was retained in office until the second year of Cleve- land's first term, making in all seventeen years and four months.

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Portrait and biographical record of Queens County (Long Island) New York, Part 146

Author: Chapman, firm, publishers Publication date: 1896 Publisher: New York ; Chicago : Chapman Publishing Co. Number of Pages: 1220

Author: Chapman, firm, publishers
Publication date: 1896
Publisher: New York ; Chicago : Chapman Publishing Co.
Number of Pages: 1220