CORTLAND METEOROLOGY REPORT FOR MAY 1890

The Cortland Democrat, Friday, June 6, 1890.

Meteorology Report for May.

   The summary of temperature and rainfall during the past month is worthy of a moment's attention. The mean barometer was 29.962, highest on the 23d standing 30.818, lowest on the 5th standing 29.558. The mean temperature [was] 57.1 degrees, ranging from 34 degrees on the 2d to 78 degrees on the 31st. On the 9th there was a variation of 31 degrees and only 5 degrees on the 26th.

   By comparison with the same period since '74 it will be apparent that the copious showers of '90 justified the growling of mortals. The record is: In 1874 it was 2.32 inches; 1875, 2.57 inches; 1876, 2.96 inches; 1877, 2.77; 1878, 3.65; 1879, .87; 1880, 3.85; 1881, 3.90; 1882, 4.15; 1883, 3.20; 1884, 2.79; 1885, 1.92; 1886, 3.10; 1887, 2.27; 1888, 3.98; 1889, 3.82. In the past month the total was 5.19 inches.

BURGESS & BINGHAM.

   Burgess & Bingham, the well known clothiers, have an immense advertisement on our eighth page.

 

                                             TOWN REPORTS.

SOUTH CORTLAND.

   Mrs. Elmer Chaffee is confined to the house with quinsy [tonsillitis].

   Charles Gallagher and Zera Tanner are  on the road selling scrapers.

   Amasa Shearer had the misfortune to lose a young colt last Monday.

   Mrs. Lewis Waters of Syracuse is visiting with Mr. and Mrs. A. P. Rowly.

   Our farmers predict a very light crop of pears and plums in this locality this year.

   Now is the time to sell veal calves, the price is five cents per pound live weight.

   Mrs. Frank Barker, of Marathon, is visiting with Mr. and Mrs. Clinton Francis.

   There is yet a good many rice potatoes in this place waiting for a high market price.

   Helen, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Jones, was taken dangerously ill last Monday evening.

   J. D. F. Woolston and Nick Winters, of Cortland, were visitors at the Grange in this place last Saturday evening.

   There is a rumor that there will be a Grange started in Cortland about the 1st of August. We hope it will prove true.

   Erastus Cummings, who has been sick a long time and was given up by two Cortland doctors, was out on Monday last making his garden.

   T. W. Blanchard, Charles Cummings, Ally Moore, Andrew McMahon and Lawrence Bristol joined the Grange last Saturday evening.

   On Friday evening of this week, there will be a harvest supper and literary entertainment at the Grange hall in this place. All Grangers and their families are invited.

   The insidious caterpillar has already spread his tent over the beautiful apple blossoms, and the voracious potato beetle is anxiously watching the appearance of the vegetable above ground.

   There was a large gathering of Grangers at the county council held at Good Templars' hall last Tuesday. Mr. Carley, of Marathon, was the speaker of the day. His subject was "Don't be a Clam" or in other words, "Don't shut yourself up and not be social," which was well delivered, well received and the lesson taught, we hope and trust, will be treasured up in the heart of every one present.

   "GRANGER." [local correspondent]

FREETOWN.

   Mr. Nelson Slocumb has returned from New Jersey.

   Mr. Oscar Smith, of Cortland, was in town recently.

   Mrs. Otis Lamphere is visiting friends and relatives in Binghamton this week.

   Mr. Beman S. Conger and wife, of Cortland, were guests at S. S. Hammond's.

   Mrs. Brown and Mrs. Hitchcock, of Cortland, called on Mrs. Bennett, Tuesday.

   Mrs. Dora Robertson, of Fabius, is visiting her parents with her children this week.

   Mr. Allen Russell and wife of McGrawville, were visiting her sister. Mrs. R. Hammond.

   Mr. and Mrs. William Martin, of McGrawville, visited at F. F. Eaton's over Sunday.

   Mr. and Mrs. Mory of McGrawville, were guests at Charles Dickinson's, the past week.

   Mr. Perlee Robertson and Mrs. Gridley, of Cortland, were in town on business, Thursday.

   Frank Eades and family, of Homer, were guests over Sunday at her father's. Sylvanus Smith.

   Mr. S. S. Hammond commenced his journey of travail expecting to take the census this year.

   We see the pleasant face of Mr. Briggs, of Cincinnatus, with his meat cart once a week, which is very convenient.

   Mrs. Dr. Strowbridge and her son Clarence have been at her mother's, Mrs. M. Hammond, who is very low at the present writing.

   A traveling merchant from McGrawville in the interest of Palmer Bros., comes to this place every Wednesday. It proves quite an accommodation to the people.

   Mr. Fenton Furber was in town with furniture last week. His brother, M. Furber, who runs the cheese factory at Marathon, was also visiting the factories here.

   Rev. E. Topping preached a grand temperance discourse from a text found in Proverbs 20 chap. and 1st verse, "Wine is a mocker, strong drink is raging and whosoever is deceived thereby is not wise."

   Death has again entered our little community. Mrs. H. Lennon quietly passed away Sunday, after weeks and months of suffering. She leaves an aged companion to mourn her loss, who has the sympathy of the citizens.

   The Aid Society have elected the following officers for the ensuing year: President, Mrs. Norman Underwood; 1st Vice President, Mrs. E. Eaton; 2nd Vice President, Mrs. Chauncey Baum; Secretary, Mrs. D. H. Allen; Treasurer, Mrs. James Metzgar.

   KATE.

MARATHON.

   Mrs. Ed. H. Barnes is visiting friends at Rochester, N. Y.

   Editor Adams has the front of the "Independent" office newly painted in colors.

   Waterbury & Talmadge have beautified their premises on West Main street by a stone terrace.

   Two disgraceful fights occurred on decoration day. The last one both combatants received more or less bruises.

   The new cornet band are to give their first Saturday evening concert this week. They came out on Decoration day and created a first rate impression.

   Grant Bliss, who has been working at Binghamton, has returned home to commence work as one of the census enumerators. Edwin A. Carter is the other one.

   Mrs. James H. Tripp is very ill at her home on Bradford street. She has paralysis of the brain, caused from over work in attendance on the sick. The results are considered doubtful.

   From the manner in which some parties in town used their lungs Sunday evening last, there must have been a dance brewing. Music and cotillion calls seemed to be in order, interspersed with songs and dancing.

   The G. A. R. boys are considerably wrought up over the census enumerators. It appears the post recommended that one of their number here should receive the appointment, and also one from the town of Lapeer. According to the reports emanating from the census bureau, soldiers had the preference. Instead of fulfilling their pledges, parties have been appointed outside of the order, and a bitter feeling has arisen towards some of the Republican elements here. Some knifing may be expected when election occurs.

   Decoration day was observed here with the usual ceremonies. The address was delivered by Frank Pierce, of Homer, N. Y., a former Marathon boy. It was the best speech ever delivered here commemorative of the occassion, and the crowd maintained a silence seldom seen in gatherings of the kind. Mr. Pierce seemed to have the faculty of pleasing his hearers, and his remarks were timely and to the point. His delivery was excellent, so the large assemblage could understand every word that was uttered, and from remarks passed upon the close of the address every one seemed pleased. Everything seemed to move along smoothly, and no jar occurred to mar the occassion [sic].

GROTON CITY.

   Miss Phila Bliss has a fine show of tulips in blossom.

   Mrs. S. S. Clark has been visiting at her son's, B. P. Clark, of Groton.

   Mr. Charles Steadman and family visited at G. A. Bliss' last week Thursday.

   The young people of Summer Hill spent the day at Lake Como, last Saturday.

   Mr. F. W. Webster and wife attended church at Summer Hill last Sabbath evening.

   Miss Nellie Brown of Auburn is home with her mother, Mrs. Isaac Webster, for a while.

   Frank and Bert Youmans went to Dryden last Saturday to assist relatives in planting.

   The Congregational Sabbath school of Summer Hill are to have a Children's Day concert next Sabbath evening.

   Report says that Dr. E. E. DeBarr, formerly of this place, has bought a half interest in a livery stable in Norwich.

   Your correspondent and a few others from Groton City attended the dedication of the new Presbyterian church of Cortland last week; but most farmers are too busy getting in their crops to stop for anything else or let their teams stop. Among those from out of town we noticed Mr. Simeon Lucas of Meridian, formerly of Cortland, and his son. Rev. W. B. Lucas, and wife.

   AUNT CELESTIA.

EAST HOMER.

   J. M. Seacord has purchased a fine riding pony for his daughter Neva.

   Mr. R. J. McElheny left a very fine organ at Arthur Holmes' last week.

   Mr. S. Hinman of Cortland, has been visiting friends here for a few days past.

   Mr. William Lattimer, of Boston, Mass., attended church at this place Sunday last.

   Mr. and Mrs. F. A. Cushing spent Sunday at Blodgett Mills with her sister, Mrs. A. Skeele.

   The Misses Hattie and Lizzie Burnham, of Homer, visited friends in this place the past week.

   Dr. and Mrs. Hinman, of Cortland, attended quarterly meeting at the M. E. church in this place last Sunday.

   Mr. Elon Preston and son Dell and daughter Ruth start for Coldwater, Mich., Wednesday of this week, where they expect to spend the summer.

   The East Homer and Truxton boys crossed bats at the latter place on decoration day. Seven innings were played, East Homer being the victors.

   The placing of flowers on the graves of the 14 soldiers sleeping in our cemetery took place about 8 o'clock on the evening of the day set apart for the purpose of paying this tribute of respect to the memory of those who gave their lives in defense of their country, after which all repaired to the church and listened to a very instructive address by Comrade C. W. Wiles. It would seem to be more in keeping with the purpose for which the day was set apart from all others if these services could be performed in the afternoon instead of waiting until evening.

   UNCLE SI.

TAYLOR.

   Robert Brooks was called to Cortland Saturday, on account of the death of his brother.

   Miss Helen Angel has so far recovered as to be able to be removed to her home in Cortland.

   Orrello Potter and wife, of Cortland, are making his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Hiram Potter, a visit.

   Mrs. Artemus Brooks' daughter arrived from Montana Saturday. She will live with her mother in future.

   The many friends in this place of George Brooks, of Cortland, formerly of this place, will be pained to hear of his death, which took place Saturday.

   Almon Angel and wife spent a part of last week with friends in Cortland. They will start for the Western States in a few days, where they expect to make an extended visit.

   Louden & Son, of Binghamton, set three fine monuments in the Union Valley cemetery last week—one each to the memory of William C. Angel and wife, Artemus Brooks and Clarence Kingsbury.

   Henry Steele, of South Cuyler, while at work in Hollister's saw mill at Cheningo, last Wednesday, met with a sad accident which will undoubtedly cripple him for life. His foot in some manner came in contact with the rapidly revolving saw, cutting it nearly off so it only hung by a piece of skin. The gash cut in from the heel, in an upward slant, coming out near the toes. His physician says amputation will be necessary.

   CALUMET.

SOLON.

   Solon is still on earth although it has not been heard from in some time.

   Census enumerator, D. E. Morris, is busy visiting all our people this week.

   Miss Eloise Shane, now of New York, is visiting her sister, Mrs. D. E. Morris.

   Some of the young people here attended the party at Truxton Decoration day.

   Mr. Fred W. Hazelton, of Syracuse, spent Decoration day with his father, Rev. W. P. Hazelton.

   Allen Pudney has bought the John Barnes' farm and intends to move on it as soon as he can make necessary repairs.

   Work is being rapidly pushed on the Maybury bridge, lately washed out by the freshet. New abutments are being built and the channel being widened. The bridge will soon be ready for trial.

   Decoration day passed almost unnoticed in our town, with the exceptions of an abundance of school children around the village, and now comes the question, are we going to celebrate the glorious "Fourth?" It was a success last year and it is hoped some of our people will take hold again and they should receive the earnest support of our little village.

VIRGlL.

   Mrs. Dr. Muncey is on the sick list.

   Mr. Charlie Freer, of Higginsville, was visiting in town the last of the week.

   Mr. A. H. Watkins, of the firm of Watkins Bros., of Cortland, was in town Friday.

   Mrs. Harvey Colwell returned from Syracuse Saturday where she has been visiting friends.

   Miss Carrie May, of Cortland, was a welcome guest of friends in town Thursday and Friday.

   Mr. and Mrs. Frank Stillman have commenced housekeeping in part of the Jennie Hutchings' house.

   The party at the hotel Friday evening was a success. One hundred and twenty numbers were sold.

   Master Wardie Rennie, who has been very sick with quinsy, is improving under the care of Dr. Givins.

   Miss Emma Brooks, of Cortland, was in town the past week visiting her sisters, Mrs. Dr. Muncey and Mrs. W. A. Holton.

   Mr. Frank Tyler, in company with friends from Cortland, spent Friday at Otisco lake fishing. They had fisherman's luck.

   Some of our young people in company with friends from Cortland, were at Little York Friday. They report a very pleasant time.

   Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Bloomer and Mr. and Mrs. E. V. Price and Mr. and Mrs. Horace Leet, were at Dryden lake fishing Saturday.

   There was an officer in town Monday for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. He got left just the same if he thought he was so smart [sic].

   TOPSY.

 

SCOTT.

   C. C. Clarke has the agency for the McCormic mower, and he has the machines on hand for sale.

   Mrs. Wilber Maxson is in New York city for a week to see the sights and visit her daughter, who is located there.

   Those who attended the decoration exercises at Borodino speak in high praise of the speaking and the entertainment to guests.

   The rainy season seems to be over for the present. Ground is once more in workable condition. Some are not through planting yet.

   The rumor is current that Deland Griffin has left for parts unknown. He has not been seen since Sunday evening last. He leaves a wife behind, but no children.

   Our census enumerator, Edwin P. Burdick, is on the alert. He expects to find some unmarried ladies in town that have passed the 80 mark. No use to hide from him, for he has served as constable too many years to be easily fooled.

   Married in Spafford, Tuesday, June 3d, 1890, Mr. Wm. Roe Corwin, of Newark, N. J., and Miss Grace Van Benschoten, of Spafford. A large number of invited guests were present. The new couple start on a six months' trip, taking in California and Oregon, and other places.