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Louis Andrew Burns .- Among the prominent business executives of the North Country, Louis Andrew Burns is widely known as secretary of Burns Bros. & Haley, Inc., of Watertown, with offices in the Jefferson County National Bank Building. He was born in this city, Nov. 18, 1878, the son of Patrick and Mary (Kinney) Burns.
Louis Andrew Burns obtained his early education in the parochial schools of Watertown and is a graduate of Watertown High School. Dur- ing his high school career he also engaged in construction work with his brothers, and saved enough money to pay his expenses at the University of Ottawa. He entered there during the third form and completed the course of study on June 1, 1900. During the following summer Mr. Burns was taken seriously ill and after his recovery he entered the University of Wisconsin, from which he received the degree of Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering in 1905.
In 1909 Mr. Burns was admitted to the American Society of Engineers, being the first member of his graduating class at the University of Wis- consin to receive that honor. He compiled an additional thesis in 1912 on "Canal Work." After completing his college work, Mr. Burns became identified with the engineering department of the Pennsylvania Railroad at Wellsville, Ohio, being engaged in double tracking and bridge recon- struction work. In the latter part of 1905 he was appointed leveler on the New York State Barge Canal, with headquarters at Baldwinsville, N. Y. The following year he became assistant engineer of the New York State Highway Department, at Syracuse, and spent a number of months in the southern tier in charge of highway construction. He returned to the New York State Barge Canal, however, in 1907 and was stationed at Rome,
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N. Y., in charge of residency No. 5. In 1910 Mr. Burns took charge of a lock and dam on the Oswego Canal at Phoenix, N. Y., which was known as Barge Canal Contract No. 53. While located at Phoenix he was mar- ried. On July 31, 1911, Mr. Burns took charge of the proposed survey of the Black River Canal Extension from Carthage to Lake Ontario, with headquarters at Watertown. Later, he became resident engineer, and his report appears in the New York State Engineer & Surveyor, year of 1912, with maps and diagrams, which may be used if this project is revised later.
In 1913 Mr. Burns was appointed resident engineer on the proposed construction of the Chemung Canal, with headquarters at Elmira, N. Y., and his report on this work appears in the May, 1914, issue of the New York State Engineer & Surveyor, with maps and diagrams. In May, 1914, he was sent to Oswego, N. Y., on the Oswego Barge Canal Terminal, as resident engineer in charge, and in February, 1915, he left the service of the State and came to Watertown, where he became associated in busi- ness with his brother, Joseph P. Burns. They organized the Burns Engi- neering Company, consulting engineers. Later, another brother, C. C. Burns, became identified with the concern. Construction work for the government was engaged in at Sackets Harbor and in October, 1915, Mr. Burns erected his home at 1135 Academy Street.
In 1923 the company was incorporated as Burns Brothers & Haley, Inc., and at that time Louis Andrew Burns became secretary. Following are some of the large and important contracts completed by this nationally known contracting firm: Effley Falls Power Plant, 1916; housing pro- jects for the E. K. Fenno Company during 1917-18 for the completion of 300 houses for the U. S. Government on the north side of Watertown; the work being discontinued at the signing of the armistice, with 110 homes completed; Black River Power Development, below the village of Black River, and known as Power House No. 9, which is among the most im- portant plants of its type in the world, contract completed in 1919; Brown Falls Hydro-Electric Development in 1921, at a cost of over a half million dollars; Flat Rock Power Development during 1922-23 at a cost of more than $700,000; Effley Falls second installation power development com- pleted in 1923; St. Regis Paper Company mills at Norwood, N. Y .; ground wood mill for the St. Regis Paper Company at Raymondville, N. Y .; sul- phite mill for Frank Ogsbury, at Ogdensburg, N. Y .; schools at Black River; High School at Potsdam, N. Y .; and three Catholic churches in Watertown, Holy Family, Sacred Heart and St. Anthony's. The firm has also completed the Western Outfall Sewerage System.
On July 12, 1910, Mr. Burns was united in marriage with Miss Eliza- beth Mary Carroll, the daughter of William and Catherine (Dunn) Car-
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roll, natives of County Wexford, Ireland, and Watertown, respectively. Both are deceased and are buried in Calvary Cemetery, Watertown. He spent many years in the employ of the Bagley & Sewall Company as a moulder. To Mr. and Mrs. Burns have been born seven children, as fol- lows: 1. William Carroll, born Oct. 20, 1911, attends Notre Dame Uni- versity, and is an accomplished flute player. 2. Catherine, born Jan. 1, 1913, deceased. 3. Joseph Patrick, II, born March 5, 1914, attends Notre Dame University, and is an accomplished violinist. 4. Margaret Mary, born June 1, 1915, attends Holy Family High School, and is also a stu- dent of piano. 5. Louis Andrew, Jr., born April 6, 1917, attends Immacu- late Heart Academy. 6. Ruth Elizabeth, born March 12, 1921. 7. George Henry, born in 1924.
Mr. Burns is a Democrat, a member of Holy Family Catholic Church, and belongs to the Knights of Columbus Council No. 259, 4th degree, Chamber of Commerce, and American Society of Civil Engineers. He is a member of the executive board of the Boy Scouts of America. Mr. Burns is greatly interested in music and plays the trombone, having been identified with numerous bands during his career.
William Cooper Stebbins .- One of the leading figures in the business life of Watertown for many years was William Cooper Stebbins, who died in this city, April 1, 1923. He was president of the W. C. Stebbins Com- pany, vice president of the Agricultural Insurance Company, director of the Northern New York Trust Company, director of the West End Paper Company, director of the Oswegatchie Paper Company, and a director of Bagley & Sewall Company.
Mr. Stebbins was born at Little Falls, N. Y., June 20, 1866, the son of Jean R. and Adelaide (Cooper) Stebbins. The former was a native of Oneida County, N. Y., and settled at Little Falls in 1854. He studied law for several years but did not follow that profession. Instead, he purchased the Little Falls Journal, and in 1864 purchased the Little Falls Courier. Both publications were consolidated and Mr. Stebbins continued as a pub- lisher until 1888, at which time he removed to Watertown, where he was elected president of the Agricultural Insurance Company, being identified with that company for many years. His wife was the daughter of John C. Cooper, who was the company's first president.
William Cooper Stebbins received his early education in the public schools of Little Falls and was a graduate of Williston Seminary, Trinity School at Tivoli-on-the-Hudson, and Cornell University. While a univer- sity student he took an active part in athletics and was a member of the
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varsity football and baseball teams. After his graduation he became iden- tified with the interests of the Agricultural Insurance Company, but after a short period, he left the company and became associated in business with C. N. Sherman as dealers in mill supplies. The history of the growth and development of the business appears in the biography of his son, Jean R. Stebbins, who is now president.
Mr. Stebbins married Miss Grace Foster Sewall, who was born in Watertown, June 16, 1867, and died Jan. 10, 1921. She was the daughter of Edmund Quincy and Catherine (Smith) Sewall. To Mr. and Mrs. Steb- bins were born three children: Jean Reginald, Catherine, and Elizabeth.
Mr. Stebbins held membership in the New York Athletic Club, Black River Valley Club, and Fortnightly Club. He was affiliated with Water- town Lodge No. 49, F. & A. M .; Watertown Chapter No. 59, R. A. M .; Watertown Commandery No. 11, K. T .; and Media Temple, trustee.
Frank E. Martell, who has held the office of sealer of weights and measures in the city of Watertown for almost 35 years, is a substantial and widely known citizen. He was born in this city, Nov. 9, 1874, the son of Edward S. and Irene (Ben) Martell.
Edward S. Martell was born in Watertown in June, 1849, and his wife was born in Napanee, Canada, June 1, 1849. He was a machinist by trade and for a time was employed in Watertown by the Hungerford-Holbrook Company. Later he was with the Davis Sewing Machine Company, and located in Dayton, Ohio, when the plant was removed to that city. Upon his return to Watertown he was connected with the Watertown Steam En- gine Company. Mr. Martell died in 1924, and his wife died in 1910. They are buried in North Watertown Cemetery. Mr. Martell was a Republican and in 1895 held the office of sealer of weights and measures. He was a member of the Baptist Church and belonged to the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. There were five children in the Martell family: Frank E., the subject of this sketch; Roswell G., who died Jan. 1, 1927; Norris W .; and Lewis Delbert, live at Syracuse, N. Y .; and Jennie May, deceased.
Frank E. Martell obtained his education in the public schools of Water- town, and is a graduate of Watertown High School, class of 1893. He learned the trade of machinist with the Watertown Steam Engine Works, where he served an apprenticeship of four years. Later he was identified with the New York Air Brake Company, and on Jan. 1, 1897, was ap- pointed sealer of weights and measures. The position was made a per- manent one on Jan. 1, 1908, and Mr. Martell has since served in that capacity.
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In 1900 Mr. Martell was united in marriage with Miss Luella Harriet Woolver, the daughter of Orin Spencer and Etta H. (Steadman) Woolver, who were natives of Oswego County. He engaged in the manufacturing business for many years at Leraysville, N. Y., and is now deceased. Mr. and Mrs. Martell have a son, Gerald Edward, who is engaged in business at Watertown. He married Miss Ruth Getman, the daughter of Charles Getman, who is superintendent of public works in Watertown.
Mr. Martell is a Republican and has served as a member of the Re- publican county committee and the Republican city committee. He is a member of the Baptist Church and belongs to Masonic Lodge and Wasoo Club.
Reuben W. Carpenter .- One of the dependable and highly esteemed business men of Watertown is Reuben W. Carpenter, who is vice president of the Woodruff Hotel Company. He was born at Clayton, N. Y., Dec. 25, 1874, the son of Taylor Z. and Martha (Reese) Carpenter.
Taylor Z. Carpenter lived in Jefferson County during his entire life- time. He was a farmer in early life and later became a successful build- ing contractor. Both he and his wife are deceased and are buried in North Watertown Cemetery, Watertown. He was a Republican and a member of the Methodist Church. The following children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Carpenter: Martin, lives at Watertown; Emmett, assistant chief of the Watertown fire department; Reuben W., the subject of this sketch; Harry, Lucius R., Beulah, all live at Watertown; and Ernest, deceased.
Reuben W. Carpenter attended the public schools of Watertown. His business career was begun in Brooklyn, N. Y., with the Smith & Martin Shoe Company, after which he was a representative of the National Brew- ers Association at Albany, N. Y. Upon his return to Watertown, Mr. Car- penter established a cafe and restaurant business, being proprietor of the Fountain Cafe and later the Senate and Wise Cafes. For four years he also owned the Paratee Inn, which was located on the Grass River in St. Lawrence County. In 1917 Mr. Carpenter disposed of his business inter- ests and went with the Northern New York Utilities, Inc., as utility man in charge of right of ways. He became treasurer of the Woodruff Hold- ing Company in 1922, and still holds that office. He has been vice presi- dent of the Woodruff Hotel Company since 1924.
Mr. Carpenter married Miss Anna Sheridan, the daughter of James and Mary Sheridan, who were natives of Prince Edward Island, both now deceased. Mr. and Mrs. Carpenter have a son, Rollin, a graduate of Water- town High School, Roxbury Preparatory School, and Lafayette College.
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He is identified with the Northern New York Utilities, Inc. He married Miss Ladd, of Theresa, N. Y.
In politics Mr. Carpenter is identified with the Republican party, and he has served as county committeeman for 15 years. He is affiliated with the Elks Lodge, and belongs to the Rainbow Fishing Club. He is a mem- ber of the Methodist Church.
Clarence F. Moyer .- As superintendent of the St. Lawrence Division of the New York Central Railroad, with headquarters in Watertown, Mr. Moyer is recognized as one of the able business executives and prominent citizens of Jefferson County. He was born at Brier Hill, St. Lawrence County, N. Y., Oct. 19, 1873, the son of Joseph B. and Margaret (McLear) Moyer.
Joseph B. Moyer and his wife were natives of Brier Hill, N. Y. He was a farmer and saw mill operator, and also owned and operated one of the first rock well drillers in St. Lawrence County. Mr. Moyer died in September, 1913, and his wife died in May, 1918. Their children were: George C., lives at Lowville, N. Y .; Mrs. Gertrude A. Coates, lives at Har- risville, N. Y .; Arthur R., lives at Natural Bridge, N. Y .; and Clarence F., the subject of this sketch.
Clarence F. Moyer grew up at Brier Hill, and during the fall and win- ter of 1886 he learned telegraphy, after which he entered the railroad serv- ice of the Rome, Watertown & Ogdensburg Railroad as operator and relief agent in May, 1887. He was assigned to regular work as operator at Cas- torland on Sept. 25, 1887, and on Sept. 25, 1888, went as operator in the train dispatcher's office at Carthage, where he remained until October, 1891. He then went with the New York & New England Railroad as oper- ator in the train dispatcher's office at Hartford, Conn. Mr. Moyer returned to Watertown as an operator in November, 1892, and later returned to the New York & New England Railroad at Hartford. However, in May, 1893, he again entered the employ of the New York Central Railroad and served as operator until July, 1893, and as chief clerk in the Watertown offices until April, 1894, also being located at Gouverneur, N. Y. He was agent at Edwards, N. Y., until September, 1894, after which he went with the New York, New Haven & Hartford Railroad as relief agent until Novem- ber of that year, when he was transferred to Great Barington, Mass., as chief clerk. On March 1st of the following year he returned to Water- town as operator in the train dispatcher's office of the New York Central, and he has continued in that company's service to the present time. His record follows: March 1, 1897, until Oct. 16, 1899, operator and extra
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train dispatcher, Watertown; Oct. 17, 1899, until Dec. 4, 1905, train dis- patcher, Watertown; Dec. 5, 1905, until Dec. 9, 1906, night chief train dis- patcher, Watertown; Dec. 10, 1906, until Oct. 23, 1907, chief train dis- patcher, Richland, N. Y .; Oct. 24, 1907, until April 14, 1908, assistant train master Richland, N. Y .; April 15, 1908, until Sept. 10, 1908, assistant train master Philadelphia, N. Y .; Sept. 10, 1908, until Sept. 29, 1913, assistant train master, Watertown; Sept. 30, 1913, until May 30, 1926, train mas- ter, Watertown; June 1, 1926, until Dec. 31, 1926, superintendent of the Ontario Division, Oswego, N. Y .; and Jan. 1, 1927, until the present time as superintendent of the St. Lawrence Division at Watertown.
Mr. Moyer was married on Feb. 3, 1892, to Miss Jane E. Mulligan, of Carthage, N. Y., the daughter of Michael and Abigail (Cunningham) Mul- ligan, the former a native of Dublin, Ireland, and the latter of Scotland. Mr. Mulligan died Nov. 27, 1891, and his wife died June 22, 1898. To Mr. and Mrs. Moyer were born four children: 1. Bernard C., a mechanical engineer, lives at Cleveland, Ohio. 2. H. Frederick, hospital superintend- ent, lives in New York City. 3. Mrs. Coretta M. Carlton, beauty and hair dressing shop, Watertown. 4. Harold F., a law student.
Politically, Mr. Moyer is a Republican. He and his family hold mem- bership in the Catholic Church.
Willard S. Perrigo, M. D .- Well known among the successful physi- cians and surgeons of Jefferson County, Dr. Perrigo has successfully en- gaged in the practice of medicine at Antwerp for the past 25 years. He was born here Nov. 12, 1878, the son of Sanford B. and Jennie (Scott) Perrigo.
Sanford B. Perrigo, retired, was for many years a leading building con- tractor of Antwerp. He also was interested in general farming and stock raising, and retired in 1912. His wife, born at Antwerp, died in 1914. Mr. Perrigo is a Republican and a member of the Congregational Church. There were two sons born to Mr. and Mrs. Perrigo: James B., deceased ; and Willard S., the subject of this sketch.
Willard S. Perrigo's early education was acquired in the Antwerp pub- lic schools, and in 1898 he was graduated from Ives Seminary. He spent two years at Middlebury College, and in 1904 received the degree of Doc- tor of Medicine at New York Homeopathic Medical College. He served as interne in the Albany and Metropolitan hospitals, New York City, and on Aug. 1, 1905, established his present private practice at Antwerp. He is a member of the Jefferson County, New York State, and American Medi- cal associations.
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In 1906 Dr. Perrigo married Miss Eva Coolidge, who died in April, 1914, and is buried in Antwerp. She was the daughter of Thomas J. and Joanna Coolidge, both natives of Antwerp. In 1915 Dr. Perrigo married Miss Olive Shaw, the daughter of James and Charlotte (Molten) Shaw, of Perth, Ontario, Canada. The former is deceased and the latter lives in Canada. Doctor and Mrs. Perrigo have a daughter, Jane Olive.
Dr. Perrigo is a Republican, and has served continuously as city super- visor since November, 1923. He was a member of the local Board of Edu- cation for two terms. He holds membership in Antwerp Lodge, F. and A. M. No. 226, and Delta Kappa Epsilon fraternity. He and his family are members of the Congregational Church.
George L. Rogers .- Widely known throughout the North Country as a bacteriologist and chemist, Mr. Rogers is also recognized as a success- ful druggist of Antwerp, where he has engaged in business for 20 years. He was born at Antwerp, Sept. 6, 1889, the son of William J. and Luella (Mix) Rogers.
William J. Rogers, retired, is a member of one of the old and honored pioneer families of Jefferson County. He was born at Antwerp and dur- ing his active career was extensively interested in general farming and stock raising. Mr. Rogers has lived retired at Antwerp since November, 1911. He is a Republican, a member of the Congregational Church, and belongs to Antwerp Lodge F. & A. M. No. 226, and Order of the Eastern Star, Past Patron. He is also a prominent member of the Antwerp Grange, of which he has served as Master for several terms. To Mr. and Mrs. Rogers were born three children: Maude E., a teacher, lives at Yonkers, N. Y .; Helen M., who died Oct. 6, 1927; and George L., the subject of this sketch.
William J. Rogers is the son of LeRoy S. and Pamelia (Burtch) Rog- ers, who were very early settlers of Jefferson County. He was a prosper- ous farmer. He and his wife are buried in Hillside Cemetery, Antwerp.
George L. Rogers was graduated from Antwerp High School in 1909, and received the degree of Ph. G. at Columbia University in 1911. In August of that year he became associated in the drug business at Antwerp with his uncle, Edward B. Perley, under the firm name of Perley & Rogers. On July 1, 1920, Mr. Rogers became proprietor. Since February, 1912, he has also conducted a private laboratory, which is one of the most com- plete in the North Country, and Mr. Rogers's services as a bacteriologist are sought by a large clientele. He carries at all times a complete line of serum.
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In 1917 Mr. Rogers married Miss Ruth Gibbs, the daughter of Perley and Betty (Scott) Gibbs, natives of Wilna and Antwerp, respectively. They are now residents of Antwerp, and Mr. Gibbs is a retired farmer. Mr. and Mrs. Rogers are the parents of three children: Betty Louella, Edward Benjamin, and Marjorie Ruth.
Mr. Rogers has served for five years as president of the Village Board and is a Republican in politics. He has also been chief of the local fire de- partment. He is a trustee of the Congregational Church, of which he served as Sunday School superintendent for 12 years, and he belongs to the Chamber of Commerce. His lodge affiliations are: Antwerp Lodge, F. and A. M. No. 226, Past Master; Gouverneur Chapter R. A. M .; and Past District Deputy of the First Jefferson-Lewis District. He has al- ways been interested in Boy Scout work, and for almost five years was master of the Antwerp Boy Scout Troop, now being chairman of the Troop Committee. He is a member of the Board of Managers of the Jef- ferson County Sanitorium.
John C. White, mayor of Philadelphia, is highly esteemed at that place, where he has successfully engaged in the building business for almost 30 years. He was born at DeKalb, St. Lawrence County, Feb. 11, 1875, the son of David and Eliza (Edwards) White.
David White was born at Buckinghamshire, England, and his wife was a native of Prescott, Ontario, Canada. He went to Canada as a soldier, and later located on a farm near Prescott. Subsequently, he engaged in farming near DeKalb, St. Lawrence County, and also was a stone mason contractor. He died in February, 1921, and his wife died in 1925. Both are buried at DeKalb. He was a Republican and held the office of super- intendent of the poor at DeKalb. He was also a trustee of the Methodist Church. The following children were born to Mr. and Mrs. White: Eliza- beth, married James R. Wood, lives at DeKalb; George, lives at Philadel- phia; William, lives at Gouverneur, N. Y .; John C., the subject of this sketch; Hamilton C., lives at DeKalb; Robert J., lives at DeKalb; and Mary, married Floyd Porter, lives at DeKalb.
John C. White obtained his education in the public schools of DeKalb and became identified with his father's business after his graduation from high school. He has been a resident of Philadelphia since 1903 and has met with marked success in his building operations here.
In 1902 Mr. White was united in marriage with Miss Flossie M. Wil- liams, the daughter of Roger and Mary (Stevens) Williams, natives of New York. Both are deceased and are buried at Herman. He was a
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cheese manufacturer and for several years was state milk inspector. Mr. and Mrs. White have a daughter, Genevieve.
Mr. White is a Republican and has held numerous public offices. He has been deputy sheriff for six years, local chief of police for 12 years, town constable for 16 years, truant officer for eight years, and water board member for 12 years. His election to the office of mayor took place in March, 1931.
Mr. White is a member of the Methodist Church, and belongs to Phila- delphia Lodge F. & A. M. No. 916, and Independent Order of Odd Fellows No. 690, Past Noble Grand.
George E. Sylvester, M. D .- Prominent in the medical profession, Doctor Sylvester has an extensive practice at Black River, Jefferson County, where he has been located for more than 40 years. He was born at Clayton, Jefferson County, Sept. 5, 1864, the son of Ira and Achsa (Dixon) Sylvester.
Ira Sylvester was born at Pittsfield, Vt., and his early life was spent at Clayton, having settled here with his parents when he was seven years old. Later, he was a sailor on the Great Lakes, and he then resumed farming as his life work, and was the owner of a well improved farm in Jefferson County. Both he and his wife, a native of Orleans, Jefferson County, died in 1911, and are buried at LaFargeville. Their children were: William, deceased; Lunette, married Fred Patterson, both de- ceased; Charles, a farmer, lives at Clayton; and George E., the subject of this sketch. Ira Sylvester was the son of Ira and Lucy Sylvester. He was a Republican and held membership in the Congregational Church.
George E. Sylvester attended the district schools of Lyme, Jefferson County, and taught school for four terms after his graduation from Adams Collegiate Institute. He then spent two years at the University of Michigan, and in 1889 received the degree of Doctor of Medicine at Bellevue Hospital Medical College, New York City. He became a licensed physician during the same year and immediately engaged in private prac- tice at Black River. Doctor Sylvester has taken graduate work in New York City, and has kept apace with his profession. He has served for a number of years as health officer and as a member of the local board of education. He has been president of the Jefferson County Medical Society, and also holds membership in the New York State Medical So- ciety, and American Medical Association.
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