From Geneva Daily Times 13 September 1905

BROWN - BERRY

Canandaigua, N. Y. - Yesterday morning in St. Mary's Church, Rev. James T. Dougherty united in marriage Joseph Brown of Farmington and Miss Mary Berry of this village. They were attended by Miss Eva Berry and John Brown. A reception followed at the bride's home on West Avenue.


From Geneva Daily Times 15 September 1905

WEMISE - ADSIT

Clifton Springs, N. Y. - At the home of Rev. J. F. O'Hanlon Wednesday afternoon occurred the marriage of Benjamin Wemise and Miss Lena Adsit, both of this village. The ceremony was performed by Rev. J. F. O'Hanlon. The bride and groom were attended by Miss May Slattery and George Walters. Mr. and Mrs. Wemise will reside on West Main street. Mr. Wemise is an employe in the Sanitarium. The bride and groom are well-known and respected young people and have the best wishes of their many friends and acquaintances.


From Geneva Daily Times 20 September 1905

DE YOE - MORRISON

Miss Margaret E. Morrison, daughter of Mrs. Margaret E. Morrison, of No. 437 Main street, was married very quietly this morning at 7:30 o'clock to Leslie Edwin DeYoe of Boston. The ceremony was performed in St. Peter's church by the rector, Rev. John B. Hubbs, D. D. Only a few of the immediate friends of the contracting parties were present. Miss Morrison is a well-known young woman, having served as a stenographer in several of the leading law offices of the city. For the last three years, she has been stenographer in the law office of L. G. Hoskins. Mr. DeYoe came to this city three years ago as manager for the Washington Park Land Company, which was promoted by Boston capital. He returned to the city on the same mission the following season. He is now making his headquarters in Boston. Mr. and Mrs. DeYoe left this morning for a short trip after which they will reside in Boston.

CASTLE - TUOHEY

Canandaigua, N. Y. - Yesterday afternoon at the rectory of St. Mary's church, Rev. James T. Dougherty united in marriage Mr. Frank J. Castle and Miss Anna L. Tuohey, both well-known and popular young people of the village. Mr. Castle has long been in the employ of the American Express Company. Mr. and Mrs. Castle left tonight for an eastern trip.

HAMLIN - MASON

Canandaigua, N. Y. - Two popular and widely known members of Canandaigua's smart set surprised their friends yesterday when they left town just previous to the appearance of the following announcements in the mails: "Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Harvey Mason announce the marriage of their daughter, Elizabeth May, to Mr. William Henry Hamlin, Tuesday, September 19, 1905." Mr. and Mrs. Hamlin will be at home on Dungan street after October 5. The ceremony was performed yesterday morning by Rev. Lewis T. Reed of the Congregational church.


From Geneva Daily Times 21 September 1905

WILSON - HEWITT

Phelps, N. Y. - Miss Emma Hewitt, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur P. Hewitt, and Myron Wilson were united in marriage at the home of the bride's parents south of Phelps at 5:30 o'clock yesterday afternoon. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Mr. Stuart, the temporary pastor of the Oaks Corners Presbyterian church. The bride's attendants were Maud Butler of Coudersport, Pa., and Miss Mae Skuse of Oaks Corners, and the best men were Arthur Hewitt, a brother of the bride, and Louis Wilson, a brother of the groom, both of Oaks Corners. Miss Ida Cross presided at the organ. A large number of relatives and friends of the bride and groom were present and served a bountiful luncheon. Mr. and Mrs. Wilson left on the evening train for a trip through Pennsylvania. They will reside at Seneca Castle after October 1.

FETZER - JONES

Phelps, N. Y. - George N. Fetzer and Miss Mabel Jones, two well-known young people of this village, were married Tuesday evening at the Presbyterian parsonage. The ceremony was performed by Rev. C. E. Gregory. The time of the wedding had been kept a profound secret, not even the most intimate friends of the bride and groom knowing the exact time, but they expected the event to take place Wednesday. The only witnesses present were Miss Hobbie and Miss Anna Oldacre. Mr. and Mrs. Fetzer left on the evening train for a western trip.


From Geneva Daily Times 27 September 1905

BRUNO - DUNTONA

Miss Dominica Duntona, of No. 38 North Sherill street, was married to Charles Bruno of No. 40 North Sherill street, at St. Francis de Sales church yesterday. Both are Italians. The ceremony was performed by Dean McDonald. Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas Ligott acted as best man and bridesmaid, respectively. The couple will reside on North Sherill street.


From Geneva Daily Times 28 September 1905

QUIMETTE - BOWEN

A pretty home wedding took place at 5 o'clock yesterday afternoon at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Seneca Bowen, of No. 235 Castle street, when their daughter, Miss Lena Rivers Bowen, became the bride of Charles Quimette, an employe of the Fay & Bowen Motor works. The ceremony was performed by Rev. J. S. Champion of the First Baptist church, in the parlor which was decorated with autumn flowers. Mrs. Elmer Eager, sister of the bride, acted as matron of honor and her husband, Mr. Eager, acted as best man. Both the bride and the matron of honor were dressed in white. After the ceremony a wedding supper was served to the twenty relatives and friends present. Mr. and Mrs. Quimette left on the Black Diamond Express for a short western trip after which they will reside for the present with the bride's parents on Castle street.

MANSFIELD - MITCHELL

Shortsville, N. Y. - Announcement has been made of the marriage of Miss Maud Mitchell of this village, and William Mansfield of Academy, which took place in Honeoye last Saturday.

PIERCE - SAXTON

Canandaigua, N. Y. - Yesterday afternoon at St. Mary's rectory took place the marriage of Frank S. Pierce and Miss Anna E. Saxton, both of this village. Rev. James T. Dougherty performed the ceremony.


From Geneva Daily Times 2 October 1905

DE SIO - DEL PAPA

At St. Francis de Sales church at 1 o'clock yesterday afternoon took place the marriage of Miss Livia, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Del Papa of Torrey Park, to Frederick De Sio of No. 98 North Genesee street. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Edward J. Dwyer, assistant pastor of the church in the presence of the largest crowd that probably ever attended a wedding at St. Francis. Long before the time set for the performance of the ceremony the curious crowd began to assemble and at 1 o'clock it is estimated that there were over 1,000 in the church and outside. Every walk in life was represented in the gathering and all seemed to be greatly interested in the unusual event that was about to happen. At a few minutes before the appointed hour the bridal party arrived. Following them in fourteen carriages were their relatives and immediate friends. The procession formed in the vestibule and headed by John O'Brien, John W. Reddy, Frank J. Lydon and Daniel Dannahee, who acted as ushers, the party slowly marched to the altar rail where Father Dwyer met them. The formation of the bridal procession was unusual inasmuch as it is the custom to have relatives and friends precede the principals. The formation of yesterday is said to be followed exclusively in foreign countries.

Immediately after the ceremony the bridal party was driven to a photographers to sit for pictures, while the relatives and friends were driven to the home of the bride's father on North Sherrill street where a reception was held. Many Americans attended the affair. When the bridal party arrived at the house their Italian friends lined the porches and walks and generously showered them with small candies. After receiving the congratulations of her relatives the bride received the guests in the front parlors. The reception at the home of the bride's parents lasted until 6 o'clock last night when the couple departed for their newly furnished home at No. 98 North Genesee street. Here they received some of their most intimate friends.
 
The bride, who is said to be the prettiest Italian woman in this part of the state, was beautifully gowned in a Carney creation of white silk trimmed with genuine imported medallion lace decorations. She wore a short veil attached to a wreath of white lilacs and carried an immense shower of bride roses. She was attended by her younger sister, Miss Georgianna Del Papa, who was daintily gowned in white silk. She wore a large chiffon hat and carried white carnations. The groom was attended by his brother, Anniello De Sio of New York. The bride was the recipient of many useful gifts from her American friends in the city. The groom presented her a handsome ring, diamond earrings, a beautifully engraved gold watch and a heavy gold chain bracelet. The best man's gift was a beautiful fur muffler.

The Italian friends of the couple began the celebration of the memorable day early yesterday morning and several banquets were tendered the couple at the bride's home. One function followed another in rapid succession. During last evening the Italians gathered in small groups about the colony and serenaded the bride. Some of the songs were weird and impressive while others were gay, flippant lines from the Italian operas. All of the singing was done to the accompaniment of an accordion. The explosion of fireworks and the discharge of firearms also played an important part in the Italian's celebration but this was suspended whenever a police officer hove in sight. Mr. and Mrs. DeSio will reside at No. 98 Genesee street where the groom is the proprietor of a barber shop. Mr. DeSio came here from New York some months ago. He was a widower and is thoroughly Americanized. Contrary to the expectations of some, there were no disturbances of any nature in the colony and the event passed off in a commendable manner.


From Geneva Daily Times 4 October 1905

ST. JOHN - REYNOLDS

Sunday afternoon a quiet wedding was solemnized at the home of Mr. and Mrs. S. F. Reynolds, when their daughter Laura, was united in marriage to John St. John, by Rev. Lewis T. Reed, pastor of the First Congregational church, Canandaigua. The couple will go to Canandaigua where they will reside at No. 248 South Main street. Mr. St. John is an electrician employed by the Rochester & Eastern. Both are well known here.


From Geneva Daily Times 4 October 1905

FINCH - CREQUE

A pretty home wedding took place at 5 o'clock this afternoon when Miss Jennie Belle Creque, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. D. Creque, of No. 163 Oak street, became the bride of Franklin Finch of Canandaigua. The ceremony was performed by Rev. C. E. Jewell, pastor of the First Methodist Church, in the presence of fifty friends and relatives. The house was profusely decorated with roses, asters, smilax and palms. Miss Creque was attended only by her little cousin, Miss Eunice Tuttle, who acted as ring bearer. As the bridal party came down stairs the wedding march was played by Miss Adelaide Fowle. The bride wore a gown of white silk mull and the little ring bearer also was dressed in white. After the ceremony a wedding supper was served and later Mr. and Mrs. Finch left for a short western trip. They will be at home in Canandaigua after November 15. Guests were present from Canandaigua, Ithaca, Arian and Elmira.

HAYDEN - CARPENTER

Clifton Springs, N. Y. - At the home of the bride's mother, Mrs. Georgia A. Carpenter, on Teft avenue, yesterday afternoon, occurred the marriage of her daughter, Miss Mildred Sherman Carpenter, to John R. Hayden, of Waltham, Mass. The service was witnessed by only the relatives and intimate friends of the bride and groom. The bridal party entered the parlor to the strains of Mendelssohns wedding march, played by Miss Georgia Schultz. The parlors were beautifully decorated in autumn colors, the main decoration consisting of shumac, ivy autumn leaves and clematis. The bride was gowned in pearl gray silk crepe and carried white carnations. She was attended by Miss Reta Lisk, who was attired in white silk carrying white carnations. Irving Cost acted as best man. The Presbyterian service was used and the ceremony was performed by Rev. Henry Palmer, of Penn Yan, assisted by Rev. L. S. Boyd, of this village. Dr. Palmer officiated at the marriage of the bride's parents. After the service the bridal party were served refreshments in the dining room. From 4 to 6 o'clock a reception was given by Mrs. Carpenter in honor of the bride and groom, to which 250 guests were invited. The dining room was exquisitely decorated in pink and white carnations, shumac and asters. The following young ladies and gentlemen assisted at the reception: Misses Bessie Judd, Anna Paskett, Jennie McGinnis, Linda Burdick, Inez Polder, Isabelle Bowden, Laura Donovan, Grace Shaw and John Bosshart, Ray Stephens, Ronald Noble, Albert Bosshart, jr. Mr. and Mrs. Hayden left on an evening train for a short trip, after which they will reside in Waltham, Mass., where Mr. Hayden is engaged in business.


From Ontario County Journal 20 August 1886

ADAMS - STAFFORD

East Bloomfield, N. Y. - Married, at the residence of the bride's parents, by Rev. Chas. Durfee, on Wednesday evening, Aug. 18th, Mr. Frank Adams and Miss Hattie Stafford. Nearly one hundred invited guests were present, and the presents were numerous, useful and ornamental, consisting of $75 in cash, silver tea and table spoons, knives and forks, silver butter dish, sugar bowl, spoon holder, nut picks, pickle castor and napkins rings, a fine assortment of glassware, a set of decorative china, a complete outfit of table linen and towels, a handsome clock in a plush case, vases, carving knives and forks, toilet set, and numerous articles of beautiful fancy work. At ten o'clock the happy couple left on their bridal trip, with many good wishes for their future happiness.


From Ontario County Journal 1 October 1886

ELDON - GIFFORD

About sixty invited guests met at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Levi Gifford, on Wednesday last, to witness the marriage of their daughter, Puaala, to Mayberrie S. Eldon, of Williamsport, Pa. At 6:30 the bridal party, preceded by Messrs. N. Gifford and C. H. Eldon, entered the parlor, and standing under a leafy arch from which was suspended a large floral bell, the marriage ceremony was pronounced by Rev. J. K. Wager, of Lansingburgh, N. Y., a cousin of the bride. The wedding supper at once followed, and in its abundance, variety and excellence, reflected great credit on the host and hostess. The bridal gifts were beautiful and valuable, and included an elegant gold watch and chain presented by the groom to his bride. At 11:30 the bridal party took the westbound train for a two weeks' tour, and then to Williamsport, Pa., where they will reside. Many good wishes and earnest prayers follow them for their future happiness and prosperity.


From Ontario County Journal 29 October 1886

HOAGLAND - RICHMOND

A happy social event of much interest was the marriage of Mr. Charles T. Hoagland, of Brooklyn, and Miss Helen V. Richmond, daughter of Mr. Abel Richmond, of this village, at the Methodist Episcopal Church Wednesday evening at 6 o'clock. A large number of the friends and neighbors of the bride witnessed the ceremony, which was performed by Rev. Dr. L. C. Queal, of Auburn, assisted by Rev. Theron Cooper, pastor of the church. The ushers were Messrs. Harley Richmond, W. G. Lightfoote, Frank DeGraff, Charles Smith and Dr. Gale, of Canandaigua, and Mr. Will Damon, of Syracuse. The bridesmaids were Misses Cora, Hanna and Hattie Richmond, sisters of the bride, Miss Nettie Wood, of Williamsport, Pa., and Miss Trude, of Lockport. The ceremony was performed in a happy and impressive manner, and in all its details the wedding was a beautiful spectacle. A reception at the home of the bride's parents followed, attended by the relatives and intimate friends of the contracting parties. The love and esteem in which the bride and groom are held found expression in many beautiful wedding gifts. The happy couple departed for the east on the 9:30 train. They will take up their residence in Brooklyn, where Mr. Hoagland is connected with a large and well-known carpet house. Mr. and Mrs. Hoagland will have the best wishes of many sincere friends.


From Ontario County Journal 17 December 1886

DEUEL - SMITH

Gorham, N. Y. - Married, at the residence of the bride's father, Henry Smith, near Stanley, Dec. 15, by the Rev. I. B. Hyde, Mr. Seymour G. Deuel to Miss Sarah E. Smith. A pleasant gathering of friends, many presents, and the good wishes of all.


From Ontario County Journal 31 December 1886

WILLIAMSON - HOUSE

Orleans, N. Y. - Miss Ella House and Frank Williamson, of Clifton Springs, were married at Phelps on Christmas. May prosperity and happiness attend them in the future.


From Geneva Daily Times 10 October 1905

GRIFFITH - PASANIER

Canandaigua, N. Y. - Yesterday morning, at St. Mary's church, Richard C. Griffith and Miss Anna Pasanier were united in marriage by Rev. James T. Dougherty. They were attended by Peter Pasanier, brother of the bride, and Miss Catherine Griffith, sister of the groom. After a short western trip, they will reside in this village, where both are well-known and popular.


From Geneva Daily Times 12 October 1905

WHITEHILL - FARWELL

Oaks Corners, N. Y. - It has just become known that a marriage with unusual features occurred here about six months ago. The parties are Rev. J. B. Whitehill and Miss Franc Farwell. Mr. Whitehill was pastor of the Presbyterian church at this place for two years and resigned his position early in 1894, but since that time he has alternated between this place and his home in Brookfield, Pa., staying while here with relatives of Miss Farwell most of the time and later at her parents' home. This well-kept secret marriage seems thus far to have no known explanation, and when revealed by a party knowing the inside of the story was received with incredulity and still the surprise grows, as the parties themselves have as yet made no sign, but the evidence seems to be conclusive. The parties are of mature age and responsibility. It now seems that they went quietly to Geneva and were married by a Baptist clergyman, the lady being of that faith. A sister and brother-in-law were the only witness present, so far as known. The groom is at present absent in Pennsylvania and will doubtless be back in time to receive the congratulations of friends, although some will be late in the day.

Additional to above:  From Geneva Daily Times 25 October 1905

The article appearing a few days ago in the Times concerning the marriage of Rev. John Burnes Whitehill and Miss E. Frances Farwell was not only erroneous but misleading. For reasons known to the families of both sides, the marriage was kept from the public but it was not a secret, neither did the parties go away from home. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. J. B. Champion at the residence of the brides' parents, the family and several near relatives being present. The house was decorated for the occasion, a wedding dinner was served and congratulations given, the usual announcement and reception simply being deferred.

WHITBECK - DENNY

Another quiet marriage also is now reported as having taken place about three weeks ago and only recently known. Miss Grace Denny was married to Mr. Whitbeck of Phelps village. The charm of having a secret to keep and to surprise the public seems to have quite an attraction.


From Geneva Daily Times 13 October 1905

DETRO - WINAGLE

Gorham, N. Y. - On Wednesday afternoon at two o'clock, at the residence of the bride's parents, occurred the wedding of Elsie M. Winagle and Guy H. Detro. The ceremony was performed under an arch of green from which was suspended a bell of white dahlias. A profusion of flowers was in all the rooms. The bride was charmingly gowned in white silk mull over taffeta with point d'esprit lace. The little ring bearer, Miss Helen Winagle, sister of the bride, was also in white. Master Gordon, brother of the bride, was best man. The presents were elegant and numerous. An elaborate dinner was served after which Mr. and Mrs. Detro left for Geneva amid a shower of rice where they took the train for New York city to spend some time. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. W. E. Wilson, of Montour Falls, whose presence added much to the pleasure of the guests. The out-of-town guests were George Osborne, Penn Yan, Mr. and Mrs. J. Tyler, Avoca, Mr. and Mrs. L. P. Detro and Mr. and Mrs. W. P. Holten of Rushville. Mrs. Tyler, sister of the groom, presided at the organ. The many friends of the happy pair will give them a hearty welcome home after the honeymoon.


From Geneva Daily Times 16 October 1905

MILLER - GILBERT

Albert Miller, a baker employed at the Witzel Bakery on Exchange street, was married Saturday evening at 10 o'clock to Miss Eva Gilbert, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Gilbert of Geneva street. The ceremony was performed at the home of Mr. and Mrs. William Gilbert of No. 348 Exchange street by Rev. J. Hector Caughn. The bride and groom were attended by Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert. Mr. and Mrs. Miller will reside at No. 348 Exchange street.


From Geneva Daily Times 31 October 1905

HICKS - COYE

South Bristol, N. Y. - Albert Hicks, of this place, and Miss Emma A. Coye, of Canandaigua, were married at the Methodist parsonage at Canandaigua October 26, by Rev. Ward Mosher. The young couple kept the affair a secret and not until several days later was it known.


From Ontario County Journal 7 January 1887

GILBERT - REED
 
Bristol, N. Y. - Mr. George G. Gilbert, of Bristol, and Miss Anna Reed, of Richmond, were united in marriage at the residence of the bride's parents Thursday of last week. There were one hundred and fifty guests present. Many valuable gifts were received. The happy couple started for Boston on their wedding tour, intending to visit Mrs. Bell E. Short, formerly of Richmond. They have the congratulations of all.


From Ontario County Journal 14 January 1887

NORTON - KINGSLEY

KINGSLEY WOODRUFF

One of the most pleasing and interesting social events of the season in the town of Hopewell, was a double wedding which took place last Wednesday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. H. E. Woodruff. George H. Norton of Amsterdam, formerly of this village, was at that time married to Miss Alma Kingsley, daughter of Ex-Supervisor Bradford Kingsley, of Hopewell. The other happy groom was Miles Kingsley, brother of the above-named bride, who was united in matrimony to Miss Lena Woodruff, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. E. Woodruff. The ceremony took place at four o'clock in the presence of about ninety invited guests, Rev. Chas. S. Perkins, of Clifton Springs, and Rev. M. V. Wilson, of Penfield, assisted by Rev. Simeon Kingsley, of Albion, officiating. The happy parties were the recipients of elegant and costly presents too numerous to mention. After an elaborate collation had been served, the happy brides and grooms started on a wedding tour westward, taking with them the kindest wishes of a host of admiring friends.


From Geneva Daily Times 6 November 1905

HASSNEY - JACOBS

Shortsville, N. Y. - A marriage which aroused a great amount of interest and curiosity in this town took place in Pratt's hall, Manchester, at 10 o'clock this morning, the bride being an eighteen-year-old Syrian maiden, Miss Lena Jacobs, who traveled from Beirut, Syria, nearly half way round the world, to become the wife of Leo Hassney, the eighteen-year-old son of Abbott Hassney, a prosperous merchant of Manchester. The marriage ceremony was performed by Rev. Mr. Michaels, and lasted for two hours. According to the Greek custom, two wedding rings were used, one from the groom to the bride, and one from the bride to the groom. The bride, attired in a Paris gown of cream colored satin, princess effect, cut en traine, and richly trimmed with real valenciennes lace, wearing a beautiful imported white picture hat heavily trimmed with ostrich plumes and carrying a bouquet of bride roses, was attended by Miss Mary Jacobi, of Glens Falls, and Solomon Georgek, of Wilkes Barre, acted as best man. After the ceremony the guests were entertained at a wedding feast at the Hassney home, where one hundred chickens and a fat sheep had been prepared as a part of the repast. The wedding festivities, according to Greek custom in well-to-do families, will last throughout the entire week, the big day being today, when the Syrian wedding dance will be celebrated.

A large number of guests were present, the number expected being 500 and included many from New York, Albany, Wilkes Barre, Glen Falls, Rochester, Buffalo, Canandaigua and Geneva. As opposed to the custom in this country, the Greeks make their wedding gifts to the groom, and in every case the token is money, the amounts varying from $5 to $30, according to the size of the donor's purse.

Several months ago, Abbott Hassney, the father of the groom, decided that his son was old enough to take up the responsibilities of life, and in accordance with a foreign custom, he set about selecting a suitable wife for his heir. Just the right person did not cross his path in this country, so, remembering his friends and relatives in his homeland, he sent $300 across to Syria to defray the expenses of a maiden from that country to this, and in response Miss Jacobs, accompanied by a brother of Mr. Hassney, made the long journey, arriving in Manchester October 26 after a forty-one days' trip. She is an attractive, dark-eyed girl. Mr. and Mrs. Hassney will reside in Manchester.


From Geneva Daily Times 15 November 1905

McCHEYNE - McGUIGGAN

At St. Francis de Sales church at 9:45 this morning took place the marriage of Miss Catherine McGuiggan, daughter of Charles McGuiggan of Pre-emption road, to Benjamin McCheyne, an employe of the Lehigh Valley railroad company. The ceremony was performed by Very Rev. Dean McDonald, pastor of the church. Quite a number of the relatives and friends of the young people were present. The bride wore a becoming costume of pale blue silk with large white hat. She also carried a white-covered prayer book and was attended by Miss Martha Cahill who wore a gown of champagne colored nun's veiling with a hat to match. Louis McGuiggan, a brother of the bride, was the groom's attendant. The couple left shortly after 11 o'clock for a trip of several days' duration. They will reside in this city. Both are quite well-known here.

SWEET - ADAMS

Manchester, N. Y. - A pretty home wedding took place yesterday at noon, at the pleasant country home of Mr. and Mrs. John Quincy Adams, when their daughter, Miss Anna Adams, was united in marriage to Charles Sweet of Saratoga Springs, Rev. Joseph Weston, pastor of the Baptist church of this village, performing the ceremony in the presence of the immediate friends and relatives of the contracting parties. The bride was attended by Miss Grace Lawrence of Palmyra and Mr. Frank Bidner of Ballston Springs acted as best man. The wedding march, which was from "Lohengrin," was played by Mr. Charles Lawrence of Palmyra and Miss Edith Lawrence of Syracuse sang in an artistic manner "O Promise Me." The bride looked charming in a gown of blue, made en train and trimmed in an exquisite manner, and carried a shower bouquet of white roses. The house was a wilderness of green and gold of the autumn foliage and was intermingled with vinca and blossoms of the honeysuckle tastefully banked by ferns.

A dainty wedding luncheon was served to the guests. The young couple departed on an evening train on a wedding tour in eastern cities. Mr. and Mrs. Sweet expect to make their home at or near Saratoga Springs, and will be at home to their friends after December 1.  


From Geneva Daily Times 15 November 1905

SWARTS - HASKELL

Canandaigua, N. Y. - At high noon yesterday occurred the marriage of Miss Anna E. Haskell, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Salem Haskell, residing in Cheshire, town of Canandaigua. The groom was Albert W. Swarts, of Milton, Pa. Rev. J. Scott Ebersole, of the Canandaigua Baptist church performed the ceremony. The best man was Martin G. Haskell of Cheshire, and the bridesmaid was Miss Charlotte Whitney of Stanley. The latter wore light blue taffeta silk and carried white carnations, while the bride was becomingly attired in cream colored radium silk over cream colored taffeta, and carried white roses. About forty guests were present. A wedding dinner followed the ceremony. Mr. and Mrs. Swarts left after dinner for a wedding tour of indefinite duration. On their return they will make their home with Mr. and Mrs. Salem Haskell in Cheshire. Among the out-of-town guests were: Mr. and Mrs. F. G. Wheeler and daughter, Ruth, of Holcomb, N. Y.; Mr. and  Mrs. Abel Haskell, of Newark, N. Y.; Mr. and Mrs. Albert Henry, Mr. and Mrs. L. C. Mather, Miss Theodotia Mather of Canandaigua.


From Geneva Daily Times 17 November 1905

EDWARDS - RANNEY

Hopewell Center, N. Y. - A very pretty home wedding, the event of the season, occurred at the home of Emory D. Ranney Tuesday at 3 o'clock when his daughter, Miss Jessie, was given in marriage to Ray Edwards. Mr. Willis Gilbert, of Warsaw, officiated. The wedding march was played by Howard Parker of Buffalo. The house was beautifully decorated with ferns and cedars. The bride was robed in white silk Persian lawn and carried white carnations. Ross Ranney, of Buffalo, brother of the bride, was best man, and the bridesmaid was Miss Sarah Falkey of Phelps. Miss Linda Ranney, sister of the bride, was flower girl and Earl Parker, of Buffalo, was ring bearer. The guests consisted of immediate relatives and a very few friends. Supper was served after the ceremony, the tables being tastefully decorated with pink and white crepe paper. Mr. and Mrs. Edwards are on an extended wedding trip.

JOHNSON - DOUGLASS

Canandaigua, N. Y. - A pretty wedding took place yesterday afternoon at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Douglass, when their daughter, Waity R. Douglass, was married to Ray W. Johnson. Miss Hazel Olmstead of Allen's Hill, was bridesmaid, and William R. Potter, of this place, was best man. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Dr. Mosier, of the M. E. church. The bride wore creme silk d'seolein and carried white roses. The bridesmaid wore silk mull and carried white carnations. They were married under an arch of evergreens from which was suspended a bell of smilax. About seventy-five guests witnessed the ceremony. Covers were laid for twelve at the bride's table. The young couple left for a trip to New York and and New Jersey. They will make their home in Canandaigua.


From Geneva Daily Times 20 November 1905

MERRILL - BRENNAN

At Seneca Castle yesterday afternoon took place the marriage of Maude Lackey Brennan of North Exchange street, this city, to Joseph Camplin Merrill of Batavia. The ceremony was performed by Rev. H. W. Sanford, pastor of the Presbyterian church. The couple was attended by Mr. and Mrs. Edward Biehl, as best man and matron of honor respectively. Following the ceremony, Mrs. Biehl gave a dinner to a number of invited guests at her home in Seneca Castle in honor of the newly married couple. Mr. and Mrs. Merrill will reside in this city for the present.


From Geneva Daily Times 22 November 1905

BROSHARD - BROPHY

Phelps, N. Y. - A pretty autumn wedding occurred at 9:30 o'clock this morning at St. Francis church, when Miss Anna Marie, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Brophy, became the wife of Frederick F. Broshard. The ceremony was performed beneath an arch of smilax and chrysanthemums, by Rev. J. P. Brophy, of Rochester, a brother of the bride, assisted by Rev. C. F. O'Laughlin, pastor of St. Francis church, who celebrated the nuptial mass. Miss Marjorie Barry, of Penn Yan, a cousin of the bride, acted as maid of honor and Miss Katherine Brophy, of Rochester, the bride's sister, was her attendant. The groom was attended by William J. Harding of Geneva. Mrs. E. F. Needham presided at the organ. She was assisted by John F. Connolly, violinist. The bride was becomingly gowned in white crepe-de-chine over white taffeta. She wore a tulle veil and carried a white prayer book. The maid of honor was attired in pale blue batiste and the gown worn by the bridesmaid was gray crepe-de-paris. Both carried huge bunches of white and pink carnations. After the ceremony at the church the bride and groom accompanied by the immediate members of their families repaired to the home of Mr. and Mrs. E. F. Needham, the bride's sister, where a dainty wedding breakfast was served. They left on the noon train for a western trip and after December 1 will be at home at Mr. Broshard's home on West Main street. Both Mr. and Mrs. Broshard are highly esteemed and popular young people of this village.

O'BRIEN - O'BRIEN

Canandaigua, N. Y. - Yesterday afternoon at 2 o'clock, at St. Mary's Church, Daniel O'Brien and Miss Nellie O'Brien, both well-known in St. Mary's parish, were united in marriage by Rev. James T. Dougherty. They were attended by Miss Elizabeth O'Brien, cousin of the bride, and M. J. O'Brien, brother of the groom. The ushers were M. C. O'Brien and J. B. O'Brien, relatives of the contracting parties. The bride was gowned in white, and carried bride roses, and the bridesmaid wore pink and carried a bouquet of pink carnations. After the ceremony a reception was held at the Fountain cafe, for the members of the family and immediate relatives. After a western trip Mr. and Mrs. O'Brien will reside on Davidson place.

McKECHNIE - WHEELER

Canandaigua, N. Y. - Last evening at 6 o'clock at the home of the bride's parents on West Gibson street, took place the marriage of Miss Gertrude Wheeler, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James L. Wheeler, and Frederick A. McKechnie, both well-known young people. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Ward Mosher of the Methodist church in the presence of only immediate relatives. After the ceremony, Mr. and Mrs. McKechnie left for a trip in the South and East. Upon their return they will reside in the groom's handsome residence at the head of Main street. Mr. McKechnie is the son of the late Alexander McKechnie. He is a director and has large interests in the McKechnie Bank, and has other large financial interests.


From Geneva Daily Times 23 November 1905

COMBER - CONDIT

Phelps, N. Y. - The marriage of Miss Mabel Condit of Phelps and Edward E. Comber of Palmyra, took place at 5 o'clock yesterday afternoon at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Sidney J. Condit. The bride and groom were attended by Mr. and Mrs. Charles Walton of Palmyra, and Rev. C. E. Gregory, of the Phelps Presbyterian church performed the ceremony.
There were present about fifty guests and at the conclusion of the marriage ceremony, a bountiful repast was served. Among the guests from out-of-town were the Misses Hattie and Grace Comber, Florence Smith, Mabel Rundall, George Gannon and Henry Sharpe of Palmyra; Miss Emma Leader and Edwin Johnson of Newark; Mrs. Sarah Pearce of Geneva; William Condit of Buffalo and Mr. and Mrs. Charles Condit of Warsaw.


From Geneva Daily Times 29 November 1905

O'NEILL - REILLY

At Ithaca this morning took place the marriage of James G. O'Neill, head chemist at the Empire Coke Works in this city, to Miss Helen A. Reilly of Ithaca. The ceremony was performed at the Roman Catholic church. The couple will reside in this city after a brief wedding trip. Mr. O'Neill is a son of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur O'Neill of Pre-Emption road and and met his bride while a student at Cornell where he graduated with the class of 1903. Mrs. O'Neill was until a few weeks ago a stenographer in the treasurer's office at the university. Mr. O'Neill's parents, brothers and sisters and other Genevans were present at the wedding.

MURPHY - FLANNIGAN

Rev. Stephen V. McPadden, pastor of St. Stephen's church was at Canandaigua yesterday morning where he officiated at the marriage of William H. Murphy and Miss Margaret Flannigan, both of this city. The ceremony was performed at St. Mary's church. A reception followed at the home of Mr. and Mrs. D. W. Barrigan in honor of the bride. Mrs. Barrigan is the bride's sister. Mrs. Murphy is a member of St. Stephen's parish and Mr. Murphy belongs to St. Francis de Sales.

HODGKISS - KNIGHT

A pretty home wedding took place at noon today when Miss Emma Louise Knight, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Knight, became the bride of Harold Edward Hodgkiss, assistant entomologist at the State Experiment Station. The ceremony was performed at the home of the bride's parents, No. 172 Genesee street, in the presence of forty relatives and friends. Rev. Samuel Hodgkiss, of Worcester, Mass., father of the groom, performed the ceremony assisted by Rev. John B. Hubbs, D. D., rector of St. Peter's church. As Miss Edna Greene played Lohengrin's wedding march, the bridal party took their places in the back parlor, which was decorated with palms, smylax and chrysanthemums. The bridesmaid was Miss Agnes Hodgkiss, sister of the groom, and the groom was attended by William E. Tottingham, assistant chemist at the Experiment Station. Both the bride and the bridesmaid were dressed simply in white. After the ceremony Isenman served the wedding breakfast and later in the day Mr. and Mrs. Hodgkiss left for a short eastern trip. They will be "at home" after December 15 at the home of the bride's parents.

McNERNEY - BURNS

One of the prettiest of the late weddings took place at 10:30 o'clock this morning at St. Francis de Sales church when Miss Winifred Burns became the bride of Timothy McNerney. The ceremony was performed by Very Rev. Dean W. A. McDonald in the presence of a large number of the immediate friends and relatives of the contracting parties. The bride was handsomely gowned in gray crepe de chene, with hat to match. She was attended by her sister, Miss Margaret Burns, who wore a suit of brown and a white hat. Jeremiah McNerney attended the groom as best man. The bridal party entered the church to the strains of the Lohengrin wedding march and proceeded to the altar rail where they were met by Very Rev. Dean W. A. McDonald. As the party left the church Professor Dousek played the Mendelsohn wedding march. Following the church ceremony, a reception was given to the immediate friends and relatives at the home of the newly married couple in William street.

LOVEJOY - QUICK

The wedding of Miss Bertha Tempy Quick and Arthur James Lovejoy occurred at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Atwood Quick, No. 207 West North, street this morning at 10 o'clock. Rev. J. Hector Caughn performed the ceremony. The bride was attended by her sister, Mrs. James West, and her husband, James West, performed the part of groomsman. A wedding dinner was served after the ceremony. The young couple left this evening on a brief bridal tour after which they will reside in this city.


From Geneva Daily Times 1 December 1905

MOON - CRABTREE

Seneca Castle, N. Y. - Wednesday evening at 8 o'clock, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Crabtree, occurred the marriage of their daughter, Mary Lillis, and Edwin Moon of Stanley. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. H. W. Sanford, pastor of the M. E. church.

SHAW - SULLIVAN

Clifton Springs, N. Y. - Wednesday afternoon at 3:30 o'clock occurred the marriage of Miss Margaret L. Sullivan, youngest daughter of the late John C. Sullivan, and John J. Shaw of Shortsville. The ceremony was performed by Rev. F. J. O'Hanlon, at St. Felix Church. Miss Mamie McCormick was maid of honor. The groom was attended by Walter Morgan of Manchester. Miss Anna Paskett presided at the organ. The bride was becomingly attired in brown crepe de pere and the maid of honor wore a gray crepe de chine gown. After the ceremony at the church, the bride and groom accompanied by the immediate members of their families repaired to the home of Mrs. L. D. Vandenburg, where a dainty lunch was served. Mr. and Mrs. Shaw left on the evening train for a short western trip, and after December 20 will be at home to their friends at the home of Mr. Shaw in Shortsville. The following out-of-town guests were present at the wedding: Miss Ellen Sullivan and James Sullivan of Rochester, Mr. and Mrs. Edward P. Shaw, Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Shaw and Miss Mary Shaw of Shortsville, and Mr. and Mrs. T. O'Malley of Palmyra.


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