Canaseraga Times (Canaseraga, NY)

"The wife of Mr. Seymour Babcock, of Doty's Corners, died Saturday morning last, after a short illness of about a week, with pleurisy."

"Death of a Pioneer
Geo G. Babcock, Esq. was perhaps, as well known as any man in this part of the country, and the news of his death will no doubt be a surprise to the very many of the readers of the Times, notwithstanding he was well advanced in years.
Mr. Babcock was born in the town of Mendon, Monroe Co., N.Y., Sep. 27, 1886 (sic), and consequently had nearly completed his 81st year. In 1830 he was united in marriage with Miss Olive B. Knapp, who was three years younger than himself and who is still living. It will be seen that their marriage relation coveted a period of fifty seven years. They removed to Dotys Corners, in 1836 and settled on the farm which they have continuously occupied from that time. Miss Knapp, the bride of 57 years ago, was formerly a resident of Warsaw, N.Y.
Seven children were born to them, six of whom are now living, as follows: W. Seymour Babcock, of Addison, N. Y.; G. Homer Babcock of Chicago Ill.; Daniel A. Bancock, of Hornellsville; James G. Babcock, who remains on the homestead; Mrs. N. V. Mundy and Mrs. E. Gors, the last two residents of Canaseraga.
Mr. Babcock's death occurred Sept. 7 1886, and the funeral was held from the late residence Thursday Sep. 8th, Rev. C.K. Richardson of Warsaw officiating.
The subject of this sketch was a vigorous worker in any cause he espoused, and always took a lively interest in the important issues of the day. Although he was Democratic in politics he held the office of post master at Doty's Corners through long years under Republican administration. He was known as the "oldest post master", having served in that capacity for over half a century.
He was a kind husband and father, and his relations with the world were pleasant and satisfactory."

"Ralph Otis died at the house of his son-in-law, T.J. Sleight, on Oct. 12, and was buried from there Oct.14. He was 85 years of age and was born in this state, and had been a resident of this section about 40 years."

"After a lingering illness with kidney trouble, Nicholas V. Mundy passed quietly from this earth Saturday, August 23, 1902, aged seventy-four years.
Mr. Mundy was the son of Stephen Mundy, who came to the town of Burns in 1834. He was one of seven boys and five girls, all of whom have passed away except Mrs. William Scott of this village. He was married to Lida Babcock, who survives him, in 1867. The deceased was born in 1828 in this town, where he has always resided, excepting from the year 1852 to the year of 1860, which time he spent in the California gold fields. He made his first trip to California, starting by water in New York and crossing the plains by wagon, before railroads were built. He enlisted in the United States army in 1862 and joined the one hundred thirty-sixth New York volunteers and was commissioned as second lieutenant but after serving a short time resigned on account of sickness. He was a charter member of Canaseraga Lodge, No. 781, Free and Accepted Masons, which lodge attended the funeral in a body. Although Mr. Mundy had been in poor health a long time and his death had been looked for, when the end time came it was a great shock to Mrs. Mundy and she has the heartfelt sympathy of all in her great bereavement. The last sad rites were largely attended at Trinity church Tuesday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock, Rev. A. Sidney Dealey officiating. The remains were laid at rest in the Canaseraga cemetery with Masonic honors. "Peace to his ashes."

"Obituary. Died, in this village, at the residence of Mrs. N. V. Mundy, last Saturday morning, of paralysis, Miss Sarah Knapp, aged 93 years and one day. Deceased was born in Warsaw, Wyoming Co., N.Y. Her father was Daniel Knapp, a revolutionary soldier. She had lived mostly at Warsaw until 3 months ago, when she came to reside with her niece, Mrs. Mundy, who has tenderly cared for her.
She was in her usual health until the evening before, when she complained of distress in her head and the next morning she was unconscious and remained so until the end. Miss Knapp identified herself with Universalist church in early life and led an exemplary Christian life. Having a pleasant, genial disposition, she was unusually esteemed by all who knew her. She was a great reader and was well verse in the bible and could always give reasons for the beliefs which she held. She was a paid subscriber to the Universalist Leader for 73 years. She read current literature and took much interest in passing events. Hers was a life which makes for the betterment of mankind. He nearest living relatives are five nephews, James B. Knapp, of Washington, D.C., Seymour, Homer, Daniel and James Babcock and three nieces, Mrs. Lucia A. Baker, of Buffalo, Mrs. Egbert Gors, of Dixon, Tenn., Mrs. Mundy, of this village. Her remains were taken to Warsaw Sunday morning for burial."

"Mrs. Lida Mundy, widow of the late Nicholas V. Mundy, died at her home on Main street, Wednesday morning, aged 78 years. She had been in failing health for several weeks and her death was not unexpected.
Deceased was a devout member of Trinity church and when able was always an attendant at public worship. She was a member of the Essential club, also of Canaseraga Chapter, O.E.S., and these societies will attend the funeral in a body. She is survived by one sister, Mrs. Sarah Gore of Dickson, Tenn., four brothers, Homer Babcock of Chicago, Daniel Babcock of Washington, D.C., James Babcock of Dickson, and Seymour Babcock of Campbell.
The funeral services will take place from her late home, Friday afternoon at two o'clock, Rev. A. S. Dealey officiating. The remains will be laid at rest by the side of her husband in the Canaseraga Cemetery."

"George H. Babcock
A former Steuben County man was instantly killed March 1st by a street car in Chicago. Mr. Babcock was a valued employee of Siegel and Cooper Co., for 31 years. Mr. Babcock was 75 years of age and is survived by the following, one brother Seymour Babcock, of Campbell. N.Y. one sister Mrs. E. Cors of Dickson, Tenn., and three nephews W. W. Babcock of Bath, N.Y., George Babcock of Campbell and J. A. Babcock of Buffalo, N.Y. one niece Mrs. H. D. McIntyre of Elmira. The funeral was held from the home of W.W. Babcock in Bath. Interment at Dotys his boyhood home."

"Fred Sleight
Fred Sleight, a former resident of this place, died at his home in Fonda, last Tuesday, May 3rd. He was the son of the late Theodore Sleight of this village.
Mr. Sleight was a retired school teacher and a graduate of Alfred University. He moved from this place to Tribes Hill, near Amsterdam, about twenty years ago.
Mr. Sleight is survived by his widow and two daughters, Mrs. C.L. Youmans of Buffalo and Mrs. Hilan Gadney of Montrose.
Masonic services were held at Canaseraga cemetery Friday afternoon at four o'clock, with Rev. J.F. Buyer offering prayers."