Cortland County Democrat, 1 Nov 1889
Died. BROCKWAY - In Homer, N.Y., October 24, 1889, Mr. W. N. BROCKWAY, aged 60 years.
Death of William S. Brockway.
William S. BROCKWAY, one of the best known and most highly respected citizens of Homer died at his home in that village October 24, 1889. He was born in Cortland June 6, 1819 but passed his early years in Groton and Cincinnatus. When he was twelve years old the family moved to Homer where his father engaged in business as a cabinet maker. Before he was of age he became the manager of the business and very soon was at the head of a large and lucrative establishment. In October 1860 he married Miss Edith HINE of Preble.
In 1875 Mr. BROCKWAY commenced the manufacture of wagons and to this business he brought the same rare tact and business sagacity that he had exhibited in the furniture trade and it was a success from the start. With only moderate means to start with, he soon overcame every obstacle and for some years past had been making money rapidly. His wagons found a ready sale everywhere and they stood high in the estimation of dealers.
Something over a year ago his health failed him, but his courage and energy stood by him and kept him about his business when many other men would have been in bed. He had a kindly disposition and made many friends who were sincerely attached to him. He had undoubtedly done more for Homer than any other of her citizens and his loss will be keenly felt. The business had been so thoroughly systemized, however, and the several members of his family are so thoroughly familiar with every department of it, that it will go on as usual.
The funeral services were held at the family home on the 27th ult., and were conducted by Rev. W. A. ROBINSON, assisted by Rev. A. N. DAMON. Mr. BROCKWAY leaves a widow and four children to mourn his loss.
Died. BROCKWAY - In Homer, N.Y., October 24, 1889, Mr. W. N. BROCKWAY, aged 60 years.
Death of William S. Brockway.
William S. BROCKWAY, one of the best known and most highly respected citizens of Homer died at his home in that village October 24, 1889. He was born in Cortland June 6, 1819 but passed his early years in Groton and Cincinnatus. When he was twelve years old the family moved to Homer where his father engaged in business as a cabinet maker. Before he was of age he became the manager of the business and very soon was at the head of a large and lucrative establishment. In October 1860 he married Miss Edith HINE of Preble.
In 1875 Mr. BROCKWAY commenced the manufacture of wagons and to this business he brought the same rare tact and business sagacity that he had exhibited in the furniture trade and it was a success from the start. With only moderate means to start with, he soon overcame every obstacle and for some years past had been making money rapidly. His wagons found a ready sale everywhere and they stood high in the estimation of dealers.
Something over a year ago his health failed him, but his courage and energy stood by him and kept him about his business when many other men would have been in bed. He had a kindly disposition and made many friends who were sincerely attached to him. He had undoubtedly done more for Homer than any other of her citizens and his loss will be keenly felt. The business had been so thoroughly systemized, however, and the several members of his family are so thoroughly familiar with every department of it, that it will go on as usual.
The funeral services were held at the family home on the 27th ult., and were conducted by Rev. W. A. ROBINSON, assisted by Rev. A. N. DAMON. Mr. BROCKWAY leaves a widow and four children to mourn his loss.
Cortland County Democrat, 1 Nov 1889
Died. BROCKWAY - In Homer, N.Y., October 24, 1889, Mr. W. N. BROCKWAY, aged 60 years.
Death of William S. Brockway.
William S. BROCKWAY, one of the best known and most highly respected citizens of Homer died at his home in that village October 24, 1889. He was born in Cortland June 6, 1819 but passed his early years in Groton and Cincinnatus. When he was twelve years old the family moved to Homer where his father engaged in business as a cabinet maker. Before he was of age he became the manager of the business and very soon was at the head of a large and lucrative establishment. In October 1860 he married Miss Edith HINE of Preble.
In 1875 Mr. BROCKWAY commenced the manufacture of wagons and to this business he brought the same rare tact and business sagacity that he had exhibited in the furniture trade and it was a success from the start. With only moderate means to start with, he soon overcame every obstacle and for some years past had been making money rapidly. His wagons found a ready sale everywhere and they stood high in the estimation of dealers.
Something over a year ago his health failed him, but his courage and energy stood by him and kept him about his business when many other men would have been in bed. He had a kindly disposition and made many friends who were sincerely attached to him. He had undoubtedly done more for Homer than any other of her citizens and his loss will be keenly felt. The business had been so thoroughly systemized, however, and the several members of his family are so thoroughly familiar with every department of it, that it will go on as usual.
The funeral services were held at the family home on the 27th ult., and were conducted by Rev. W. A. ROBINSON, assisted by Rev. A. N. DAMON. Mr. BROCKWAY leaves a widow and four children to mourn his loss.
Died. BROCKWAY - In Homer, N.Y., October 24, 1889, Mr. W. N. BROCKWAY, aged 60 years.
Death of William S. Brockway.
William S. BROCKWAY, one of the best known and most highly respected citizens of Homer died at his home in that village October 24, 1889. He was born in Cortland June 6, 1819 but passed his early years in Groton and Cincinnatus. When he was twelve years old the family moved to Homer where his father engaged in business as a cabinet maker. Before he was of age he became the manager of the business and very soon was at the head of a large and lucrative establishment. In October 1860 he married Miss Edith HINE of Preble.
In 1875 Mr. BROCKWAY commenced the manufacture of wagons and to this business he brought the same rare tact and business sagacity that he had exhibited in the furniture trade and it was a success from the start. With only moderate means to start with, he soon overcame every obstacle and for some years past had been making money rapidly. His wagons found a ready sale everywhere and they stood high in the estimation of dealers.
Something over a year ago his health failed him, but his courage and energy stood by him and kept him about his business when many other men would have been in bed. He had a kindly disposition and made many friends who were sincerely attached to him. He had undoubtedly done more for Homer than any other of her citizens and his loss will be keenly felt. The business had been so thoroughly systemized, however, and the several members of his family are so thoroughly familiar with every department of it, that it will go on as usual.
The funeral services were held at the family home on the 27th ult., and were conducted by Rev. W. A. ROBINSON, assisted by Rev. A. N. DAMON. Mr. BROCKWAY leaves a widow and four children to mourn his loss.
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