1891 Deaths

Princeton Press, Sat., Jan. 17, 1891: [FOR THE PRESS.]     Died suddenly on Jan. 11th, 1891, Judith Roberts at the advanced age of 85 years. She was long known in Princeton as belonging to the very old family of Mr. Ralph Sansbury and long after was in the family of Henry Clow, Esq., for some years, and when married she lived sometime with the Clark family (Mrs. Martha Clark) of whose kindness to her children and herself she often spoke. When quite an infant her mother brought her from Great Bend on the Susquehanna, walking nearly all the journey (with the exception of a lift upon a raft of those days,) with her little one in her arms.     Tramping through the woods where wild cats, wolves and bears prowled around, she at last reached Princeton in safety. Judith's mother was Sylvia Duboise, of the Sourland Mountains, who died a few months ago, aged 120 years, of whom a very interesting history of her long and varied life, has been published by C. W. Larison, M.D., formerly Professor of Natural Science in the University of Lewisburg, Pa.     Judith Roberts was a remarkable woman, shrewd and sensible, and having a very retentive memory. Many an interesting story she would often relate of Princeton so many years ago. She well remembered the time when Lafayette visited Princeton, and was received on the Coflege [sic] ground with great enthusiasm. A beautiful temple made of flowers, was erected, where twelve ladies with French head dresses (sent to them from New York to be worn on the grand occasion in honor of the Great Hero) received him with the dignity and grace of the long ago matrons of this town. Judy has often spoken with pride, of waiting upon Lafayette that day with her mistress. She was married when quite young to Charles Roberts, a very respectable man, whom she often would speak of as belonging to the Royal family in Africa (the King of Liberia).		He said he was directly descended from him, that his grand-father was a prince, and was stolen from Africa when a mere child. Playing along the shore with other children he was taken on a slave-ship which had been cruising around for some days, carried to this country and sold in a Southern State to planters. It was discovered who the child was from the others through the ornaments of value about him, having more costly gold bands about him than clothing. They also found some clue from Africa years after, I think through a missionary from Liberia.     Judith Roberts has one surviving daughter, a worthy woman who made her home with her mother until three weeks ago when through the kindness of some friends of influence who had often visited her, she was removed to the hospital, Philadelphia, and while living here she has often spoken with gratitude of the kind assistance she and her mother had received from them, when they would visit her, with their kind sympathy, and prayers, in her affliction, and render assistance always readily when needed.     And now of this worthy and benevolent enterprise, "The Ladies' Aid Society," as they go on with their noble work assisting and faithfully looking after the poor and needy, what shall I say more than this? Should they not meet with more encouragement here? And although not connected with this society, I feel that every one of this town should interest themselves, and show their true benevolence by assisting them to supply the much needed treasury. Remember, "the poor you have always with you." And I hope a brighter day is dawning when those who see the good done for this community, by the Christian women of this society will act on the suggestion, "it is more blessed to give than to receive."
Princeton Press, Sat., Jan. 24, 1891: JACKSON.--At Princeton, Jan. 20, 1891, Mrs. Susan Jackson, aged 82 years.		Princeton Press, Sat., Jan. 24, 1891: HAYWOOD.--At the Jefferson Hospital, Philadelphia, Pa., on the 23d of Jan., 1891, Edith Roberts Haywood, aged 60 years. Funeral at the Witherspoon St. Church, Sunday, Jan. 25th, at three o'clock.
Princeton Press, Sat., Jan. 31, 1891: [FOR THE PRESS.]     The announcement in the last week's paper of the death of Edith Hayward, suggested a few words more could be said to the memory of this good and worthy woman. Having been afflicted with paralysis for several years, she bore her suffering with true christian submission, often repeating, that it was the will of her Heavenly Father that she should suffer. She died in the Jefferson Hospital, Philadelphia, on Friday of last week.     When seemingly breathing her last, she was asked by a clergyman (a kind friend who frequently called to converse with her) whether she had any message to send to her good friends in Princeton, her last faint words were: "Tell them I am still trusting," and in a short time she calmly passed away, to enter that heavenly home, where pain and suffering are no more, where sorrow never enters, and where the weary are at rest.     Her remains were taken to the Witherspoon Presbyterian Church where an impressive sermon was preached by the pastor. Princeton Press, Sat., May 30, 1892:     The administrator of the estate of Edith Haward, deceased, sold her house and lot on John Street to Patrick Hannon, whose property it adjoins, for $495 on Monday last.		Princeton Press, Sat., April 23, 1892: MERCER ORPHANS' COURT.--In the matter of the sale of lands of EDITH HAWARD, deceased, for payment of her debts.     By virtue of an order entered in the above stated matter on the fourteenth day of March, 1892, I shall sell at public vendue at the Nassau Hotel, in Princeton, N. J., on MONDAY, THE SECOND DAY OF MAY, A. D., 1892, at 2 o'clock in the afternoon, the following described land and premises, being the same described in said order, to wit: all that certain dwelling house and lot of land situate in the Borough of Princeton, County of Mercer and State of New Jersey, bounded on the east by John street, on the west by the land formerly known as the Hamilton or the Chambers property, on the north by property owned by Patrick Hannon, and on the south by land owned by Mrs. M. A. Sweeney, measuring in front on John street forty-six feet and ten inches, more or less, and in depth ninety-six feet four inches more or less, being the same premises conveyed by the Trustees of the College of New Jersey on the 4th day of July, 1872, (by order of the Chancellor of New Jersey) to Judith Roberts and Mary Henry for and during their natural lives and for and during the natural life of the survivor of them and at their death to the devisees of Charles Roberts, deceased, of whom the said Edith Haward was sole survivor.
		C. S. ROBINSON,             Administrator of       Edith Haward, deceased.
		Dated March 14, 1892.
Princeton Press, Sat., Jan. 31, 1891: LANE--At Princeton, Jan. 27, 1891, Mrs. ELIZABETH LANE, aged 55 years.		Princeton Press, Sat., Jan. 31, 1891:     Mrs. Elizabeth Lane, widow of Peter Lane, who died the fore part of this week, was buried from the Withersoon [sic] Street Presbyterian Church on Thursday afternoon. Mr. Robeson preached an excellent sermon, impressive in its matter and delivery, from a text selected by the deceased. Rev. Messrs. Ayler and Cooper also occupied the pulpit and took part in the services. There was a full house. Mrs. Lane has always lived in Princeton or its vicinity, and was much respected, being a devout and consistent Christian, a kind neighbour and dutiful in all the relations of life sustained by her. The memory of the just is blessed, and she being dead yet speaketh.
Princeton Press, Sat., Feb. 28, 1891: PIDGEON--Near Princeton, Feb. 27, 1891, Mrs. Dian Pidgeon, aged 80 years.		Princeton Press, Sat., March 28, 1891: SCUDDER.--At Princeton, March 27, 1891, Philip Scudder, aged 59 years. Princeton Press, Sat., March 28, 1891:     Phillip Scudder, the well-known sexton of the Witherspoon Street Cemetery, died on Thursday evening, March 26th, after a long illness.
Princeton Press, Sat., April 4, 1891: OBITUARY. -------     On Friday morning, March 27th, 1891, at 2 o'clock, Brother Philip Scudder breathed his last. He was a faithful member of the A. M. E. church, a steward and class leader twenty-six years, was an earnest worker and a minister's friend; his place cannot be easily filled. The wife has lost a kind husband, the children a loving father, the church a true member and the town a good citizen.     Though we mourn for him, we believe that he is safe in the arms of Jesus.		Princeton Press, Sat., April 4, 1891:     The Divine Providence, in his wisdom, having removed from the Mt. Pisgah A. M. E. Church and his family, Philip Scudder, a good steward, who fell at his post with armor on, and passed into the portals of bliss March 27, 1891, in the fullness of immortality.     While we would mourn, we are reminded that God doeth all things well.     Resolved, That we the members of Mt. Pisgah A. M. E. Church, bow with submission to this dispensation of providence, and mingle our sorrow for the family and commend them to God.     Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be sent to the bereaved family, Christian Recorder, and spread upon the church register. Signed,
ALICE V. AYLER
		Members of the Official Board, J. W. COOPER, Pastor
Princeton Press, Sat., April 18, 1891:     A venerable colored woman, Mrs. Doughty, died recently near Kingston.		Princeton Press, Sat., May 2, 1891: VANHORN.--At Trenton, April 27, 1891, Mahlon Vanhorn in his 41st year. Interment, Lawrenceville.
Princeton Press, Sat., June 13, 1891: BEEKMAN.--At Princeton, June 6th, 1891, Moses Beekman, aged 50 years.		Princeton Press, Sat., June 20, 1891: COOPER.--At Princeton, June 15, 1891, William W. Cooper, aged 25 years.     The interment was at Freehold and the bearers were from Lodge 966, I. O. O. F.
Princeton Press, Sat., Aug. 22, 1891: FRANKLIN--At Princeton, Aug. 19, Delavan Franklin, aged 60 years.		Princeton Press, Sat., Aug. 22, 1891: GORDEN--At Washington, Aug. 16, William S. Gorden, aged 48 years. Interment at Princeton.
Princeton Press, Sat., Aug. 22, 1891:		He had been a sufferer from an affection of the heart for eleven years. Endowed by his Maker with more than average ability, Mr. Gordon used his talents to the Master's service. He became a member of the Witherspoon Street Presbyterian Church in early life, and gave to it largely of his time and means. He was a leader in the church prayer meetings, and was for many years its Sunday School Superintendent. Under the ministry of the Rev. Hugh M. Browne in Washington, he was made a ruling elder in the church. He made hosts of friends in his new home, and his influence was ever exerted for the right. He leaves a wife and three children. The funeral services were held in Princeton on Wednesday afternoon.
WM. S. GORDON -------
William S. Gordon died at his home in Washington, D. C., on Sunday last. He was born in Princeton in June, 1843. His education was given him by that faithful teacher, familiarly known as "Aunt Betsy Stockton," of whom he spoke through life in terms of appreciation and affection. When the country called for the service of her sons and public opinion permitted the enlistment of the colored race, Mr. Gordon became an artilleryman in the Navy, serving creditably. For this service he received a pension. He returned to Princeton, and was for a long time the janitor of the gymnasium. About ten years ago, Hon. J. Hart Brewer secured a position for him in the Pension Department at Washington, which he held until his death, fulfilling his duties faithfully under the burdens of failing health.
Princeton Press, Sat., Sept. 26, 1891: EASTON--At Princeton, Sept. 22d, 1891, Mrs. Charles Easton, aged 23 years.		Princeton Press, Sat., Oct. 10, 1891: SCUDDER.--At Princeton, October 9th, '91, Mrs. Gilbert Scudder, Jr., aged 31 years.
Princeton Press, Sat., Nov. 7, 1891: ONQUE.--At Jersey City, October 30th, '91, Mrs. John Onque, aged 50[?] years. Interment at Princeton.		Princeton Press, Sat., Nov. 28, 1891: FURMAN.--At Princeton, Nov. 25, '91, Mrs. Alice Furman, aged 52 years.
Princeton Press, Sat., Jan. 2, 1892: FARRELL--At Princeton, December 30th, 1891, William Farrell, aged 29 years. Interment at Frankford, Pa.

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