He was a son of John and Z. Lapham.
Obituary:
ONTARIO REPOSITORY Wednesday October 29, 1873 col 3 by: Ron Hanley
Death of William G. Lapham
With feelings of deep pain we announce the intelligence of the death of William G. Lapham, Esq., Superintendent of the Middle Division of the NYCRR, which took place at his residence in Syracuse last Saturday afternoon, after a lingering illness of several weeks.
Mr. Lapham for several years prior to his removal to Syracuse, resided in this village, and was well known throughout this section of country as an active and energetic business man, a gentleman of high honor and integrity of character, and of genial and kind disposition. We gather from Rochester Union of Monday, the following facts in relation to his last illness.
He was first attacked about six months ago with catarrh of the bladder, and acting under his physicians' advice, repaired to the seashore, where he remained several weeks and returned to his duties apparently much improved. He continued to discharge his duties without interruption until about three weeks ago, when he was attacked by a severe cold, and his former complaint was seriously aggravated thereby. A counsel of physicians was held, consisting of Dr. H. D. Didama of Syracuse, his attending physician, Dr. J. P. Gray of Utica, and Dr. E. M. Moore of Rochester. These gentlemen expressed the belief that Mr. Lapham would recover.
On Monday last, however, his disease began to assume a dangerous phase, he kept about the house until Tuesday, when for the first time, he was obliged to go to bed. Dr. Moore staid with him Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. On Thursday his condition was regarded as critical, although it was still thought by his physicians that he might recover. In the afternoon of that day he had a sinking spell, but subsequently rallied until he fell into the state of stupor which continued till death. He was however, still conscientious, as was shown by momentary recognition of friends who called. On Saturday the malady terminated as above stated. We find the following graphic sketch of the deceased in the Syracuse Courier.
William Gray Lapham, was born in Farmington, Ontario County, New York, March 23, 1816, being therefore at his death, in the fifty eigth year of his age. He was a son of the late Judge John Lapham, and a brother of Hon. Elbridge G. Lapham of Canandaigua. The family is of Quaker descent. The deceased was educated at the Canandaigua Academy, Stephen A. Douglass was his classmate and friend, and this latter relation was kept up as long as Douglass lived. After leaving the Academy, Mr. Lapham, to complete his education went to the Rensselear Institute in Troy, from which institution he graduated with credit. After graduation he was made instructor in mathematics in the institute. He assisted Amos Eaton in the preparation of his well known Manual of Botany for North America.
Having made Civil Engineering his profession, he was first employed in that capacity in the construction of the Auburn and Rochester railroad, now a part of the Old Road to Rochester. Next he built as Chief Engineer, the Canandaigua and Elmira railroad, now merged in the Northern Central, and on its completion, was appointed its Superintendent, and continued in that capacity for several years. Upon the consolidation of the Elmira, with the Canandaigua and Niagara Falls road, Mr. Lapham was made Superintendent of the whole line from the Falls to Elmira. He superintended these roads until the New York Central leased the Canandaigua and Niagara Falls road.
Twelve years ago, in 1861, Mr. Lapham was appointed Superintendent of the Middle Division of the New York Central, a post which he held through the successive administrations of Dean Richmond, Henry Keep and Commodore Vanderbuilt, until his death. He was more than once offered promotion, but his wife was an invalid of twenty years, and he preferred to remain in Syracuse, where he had made his home.
Besides his wife, Mr. Lapham leaves four children, Mrs. Austin Spalding, of Lockport, Mrs. J. B. D. Roberts of Auburn, Mr. S. Gurney Lapham, one of the editors of the Syracuse Courier, and Miss Jennie Lapham of Syracuse. Sadly enough, the two former were prevented by illness in their own families from being with their parent in his final moments on earth. In addition to his own family the deceased leaves many more distant relatives and a host of personal friends to mourn the sad event. In politics, Mr. Lapham was always a Democrat, but never sought or held office of any kind.
The funeral took place yesterday from the family home, No. 112, West Genesee Street. A immense concourse of people, numbering several thousands, including a large delegation of relatives and personal friends from this village and vicinity, were present to participate in the last rites to the deceased.
Every countenance betokened heartfelt sorrow as they gathered in mournful silence about the bier. Rt. Rev. Bishop Huntington, assisted by the Rev. Mr. Clark, officiated on the occasion, rehearsing the beautiful ritual services of the Episcopal church in a most solemn and impressive manner, the singing was highly appropriate and pathetic, awakening emotions of the tenderest sympathy in all who heard it. The body was conveyed to Oakwood Cemetery, followed by the vast multitude in solemn procession in carriages and on foot, and deposited in a vault preliminary to its removal to this village for final interment.
As a mark of respect for the deceased, the Depot in Syracuse was appropriately and handsomely draped in mourning, both inside and out, with streamers of black and white, festoons, rosettes. Over each entrance to the depot was suspended insignia of mourning, and the ticket office also was handsomely decorated.
Above the machine shop was a large American flag at half mast, while above it floated a large black and white streamer. All the locomotives on the Middle Division of the road were trimmed with black and white streamers, rosettes, and many of the ticket offices were similarly decorated.
Obituary:
ONTARIO REPOSITORY Wednesday October 29, 1873 col 3 by: Ron Hanley
Death of William G. Lapham
With feelings of deep pain we announce the intelligence of the death of William G. Lapham, Esq., Superintendent of the Middle Division of the NYCRR, which took place at his residence in Syracuse last Saturday afternoon, after a lingering illness of several weeks.
Mr. Lapham for several years prior to his removal to Syracuse, resided in this village, and was well known throughout this section of country as an active and energetic business man, a gentleman of high honor and integrity of character, and of genial and kind disposition. We gather from Rochester Union of Monday, the following facts in relation to his last illness.
He was first attacked about six months ago with catarrh of the bladder, and acting under his physicians' advice, repaired to the seashore, where he remained several weeks and returned to his duties apparently much improved. He continued to discharge his duties without interruption until about three weeks ago, when he was attacked by a severe cold, and his former complaint was seriously aggravated thereby. A counsel of physicians was held, consisting of Dr. H. D. Didama of Syracuse, his attending physician, Dr. J. P. Gray of Utica, and Dr. E. M. Moore of Rochester. These gentlemen expressed the belief that Mr. Lapham would recover.
On Monday last, however, his disease began to assume a dangerous phase, he kept about the house until Tuesday, when for the first time, he was obliged to go to bed. Dr. Moore staid with him Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. On Thursday his condition was regarded as critical, although it was still thought by his physicians that he might recover. In the afternoon of that day he had a sinking spell, but subsequently rallied until he fell into the state of stupor which continued till death. He was however, still conscientious, as was shown by momentary recognition of friends who called. On Saturday the malady terminated as above stated. We find the following graphic sketch of the deceased in the Syracuse Courier.
William Gray Lapham, was born in Farmington, Ontario County, New York, March 23, 1816, being therefore at his death, in the fifty eigth year of his age. He was a son of the late Judge John Lapham, and a brother of Hon. Elbridge G. Lapham of Canandaigua. The family is of Quaker descent. The deceased was educated at the Canandaigua Academy, Stephen A. Douglass was his classmate and friend, and this latter relation was kept up as long as Douglass lived. After leaving the Academy, Mr. Lapham, to complete his education went to the Rensselear Institute in Troy, from which institution he graduated with credit. After graduation he was made instructor in mathematics in the institute. He assisted Amos Eaton in the preparation of his well known Manual of Botany for North America.
Having made Civil Engineering his profession, he was first employed in that capacity in the construction of the Auburn and Rochester railroad, now a part of the Old Road to Rochester. Next he built as Chief Engineer, the Canandaigua and Elmira railroad, now merged in the Northern Central, and on its completion, was appointed its Superintendent, and continued in that capacity for several years. Upon the consolidation of the Elmira, with the Canandaigua and Niagara Falls road, Mr. Lapham was made Superintendent of the whole line from the Falls to Elmira. He superintended these roads until the New York Central leased the Canandaigua and Niagara Falls road.
Twelve years ago, in 1861, Mr. Lapham was appointed Superintendent of the Middle Division of the New York Central, a post which he held through the successive administrations of Dean Richmond, Henry Keep and Commodore Vanderbuilt, until his death. He was more than once offered promotion, but his wife was an invalid of twenty years, and he preferred to remain in Syracuse, where he had made his home.
Besides his wife, Mr. Lapham leaves four children, Mrs. Austin Spalding, of Lockport, Mrs. J. B. D. Roberts of Auburn, Mr. S. Gurney Lapham, one of the editors of the Syracuse Courier, and Miss Jennie Lapham of Syracuse. Sadly enough, the two former were prevented by illness in their own families from being with their parent in his final moments on earth. In addition to his own family the deceased leaves many more distant relatives and a host of personal friends to mourn the sad event. In politics, Mr. Lapham was always a Democrat, but never sought or held office of any kind.
The funeral took place yesterday from the family home, No. 112, West Genesee Street. A immense concourse of people, numbering several thousands, including a large delegation of relatives and personal friends from this village and vicinity, were present to participate in the last rites to the deceased.
Every countenance betokened heartfelt sorrow as they gathered in mournful silence about the bier. Rt. Rev. Bishop Huntington, assisted by the Rev. Mr. Clark, officiated on the occasion, rehearsing the beautiful ritual services of the Episcopal church in a most solemn and impressive manner, the singing was highly appropriate and pathetic, awakening emotions of the tenderest sympathy in all who heard it. The body was conveyed to Oakwood Cemetery, followed by the vast multitude in solemn procession in carriages and on foot, and deposited in a vault preliminary to its removal to this village for final interment.
As a mark of respect for the deceased, the Depot in Syracuse was appropriately and handsomely draped in mourning, both inside and out, with streamers of black and white, festoons, rosettes. Over each entrance to the depot was suspended insignia of mourning, and the ticket office also was handsomely decorated.
Above the machine shop was a large American flag at half mast, while above it floated a large black and white streamer. All the locomotives on the Middle Division of the road were trimmed with black and white streamers, rosettes, and many of the ticket offices were similarly decorated.
He was a son of John and Z. Lapham.
Obituary:
ONTARIO REPOSITORY Wednesday October 29, 1873 col 3 by: Ron Hanley
Death of William G. Lapham
With feelings of deep pain we announce the intelligence of the death of William G. Lapham, Esq., Superintendent of the Middle Division of the NYCRR, which took place at his residence in Syracuse last Saturday afternoon, after a lingering illness of several weeks.
Mr. Lapham for several years prior to his removal to Syracuse, resided in this village, and was well known throughout this section of country as an active and energetic business man, a gentleman of high honor and integrity of character, and of genial and kind disposition. We gather from Rochester Union of Monday, the following facts in relation to his last illness.
He was first attacked about six months ago with catarrh of the bladder, and acting under his physicians' advice, repaired to the seashore, where he remained several weeks and returned to his duties apparently much improved. He continued to discharge his duties without interruption until about three weeks ago, when he was attacked by a severe cold, and his former complaint was seriously aggravated thereby. A counsel of physicians was held, consisting of Dr. H. D. Didama of Syracuse, his attending physician, Dr. J. P. Gray of Utica, and Dr. E. M. Moore of Rochester. These gentlemen expressed the belief that Mr. Lapham would recover.
On Monday last, however, his disease began to assume a dangerous phase, he kept about the house until Tuesday, when for the first time, he was obliged to go to bed. Dr. Moore staid with him Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. On Thursday his condition was regarded as critical, although it was still thought by his physicians that he might recover. In the afternoon of that day he had a sinking spell, but subsequently rallied until he fell into the state of stupor which continued till death. He was however, still conscientious, as was shown by momentary recognition of friends who called. On Saturday the malady terminated as above stated. We find the following graphic sketch of the deceased in the Syracuse Courier.
William Gray Lapham, was born in Farmington, Ontario County, New York, March 23, 1816, being therefore at his death, in the fifty eigth year of his age. He was a son of the late Judge John Lapham, and a brother of Hon. Elbridge G. Lapham of Canandaigua. The family is of Quaker descent. The deceased was educated at the Canandaigua Academy, Stephen A. Douglass was his classmate and friend, and this latter relation was kept up as long as Douglass lived. After leaving the Academy, Mr. Lapham, to complete his education went to the Rensselear Institute in Troy, from which institution he graduated with credit. After graduation he was made instructor in mathematics in the institute. He assisted Amos Eaton in the preparation of his well known Manual of Botany for North America.
Having made Civil Engineering his profession, he was first employed in that capacity in the construction of the Auburn and Rochester railroad, now a part of the Old Road to Rochester. Next he built as Chief Engineer, the Canandaigua and Elmira railroad, now merged in the Northern Central, and on its completion, was appointed its Superintendent, and continued in that capacity for several years. Upon the consolidation of the Elmira, with the Canandaigua and Niagara Falls road, Mr. Lapham was made Superintendent of the whole line from the Falls to Elmira. He superintended these roads until the New York Central leased the Canandaigua and Niagara Falls road.
Twelve years ago, in 1861, Mr. Lapham was appointed Superintendent of the Middle Division of the New York Central, a post which he held through the successive administrations of Dean Richmond, Henry Keep and Commodore Vanderbuilt, until his death. He was more than once offered promotion, but his wife was an invalid of twenty years, and he preferred to remain in Syracuse, where he had made his home.
Besides his wife, Mr. Lapham leaves four children, Mrs. Austin Spalding, of Lockport, Mrs. J. B. D. Roberts of Auburn, Mr. S. Gurney Lapham, one of the editors of the Syracuse Courier, and Miss Jennie Lapham of Syracuse. Sadly enough, the two former were prevented by illness in their own families from being with their parent in his final moments on earth. In addition to his own family the deceased leaves many more distant relatives and a host of personal friends to mourn the sad event. In politics, Mr. Lapham was always a Democrat, but never sought or held office of any kind.
The funeral took place yesterday from the family home, No. 112, West Genesee Street. A immense concourse of people, numbering several thousands, including a large delegation of relatives and personal friends from this village and vicinity, were present to participate in the last rites to the deceased.
Every countenance betokened heartfelt sorrow as they gathered in mournful silence about the bier. Rt. Rev. Bishop Huntington, assisted by the Rev. Mr. Clark, officiated on the occasion, rehearsing the beautiful ritual services of the Episcopal church in a most solemn and impressive manner, the singing was highly appropriate and pathetic, awakening emotions of the tenderest sympathy in all who heard it. The body was conveyed to Oakwood Cemetery, followed by the vast multitude in solemn procession in carriages and on foot, and deposited in a vault preliminary to its removal to this village for final interment.
As a mark of respect for the deceased, the Depot in Syracuse was appropriately and handsomely draped in mourning, both inside and out, with streamers of black and white, festoons, rosettes. Over each entrance to the depot was suspended insignia of mourning, and the ticket office also was handsomely decorated.
Above the machine shop was a large American flag at half mast, while above it floated a large black and white streamer. All the locomotives on the Middle Division of the road were trimmed with black and white streamers, rosettes, and many of the ticket offices were similarly decorated.
Obituary:
ONTARIO REPOSITORY Wednesday October 29, 1873 col 3 by: Ron Hanley
Death of William G. Lapham
With feelings of deep pain we announce the intelligence of the death of William G. Lapham, Esq., Superintendent of the Middle Division of the NYCRR, which took place at his residence in Syracuse last Saturday afternoon, after a lingering illness of several weeks.
Mr. Lapham for several years prior to his removal to Syracuse, resided in this village, and was well known throughout this section of country as an active and energetic business man, a gentleman of high honor and integrity of character, and of genial and kind disposition. We gather from Rochester Union of Monday, the following facts in relation to his last illness.
He was first attacked about six months ago with catarrh of the bladder, and acting under his physicians' advice, repaired to the seashore, where he remained several weeks and returned to his duties apparently much improved. He continued to discharge his duties without interruption until about three weeks ago, when he was attacked by a severe cold, and his former complaint was seriously aggravated thereby. A counsel of physicians was held, consisting of Dr. H. D. Didama of Syracuse, his attending physician, Dr. J. P. Gray of Utica, and Dr. E. M. Moore of Rochester. These gentlemen expressed the belief that Mr. Lapham would recover.
On Monday last, however, his disease began to assume a dangerous phase, he kept about the house until Tuesday, when for the first time, he was obliged to go to bed. Dr. Moore staid with him Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. On Thursday his condition was regarded as critical, although it was still thought by his physicians that he might recover. In the afternoon of that day he had a sinking spell, but subsequently rallied until he fell into the state of stupor which continued till death. He was however, still conscientious, as was shown by momentary recognition of friends who called. On Saturday the malady terminated as above stated. We find the following graphic sketch of the deceased in the Syracuse Courier.
William Gray Lapham, was born in Farmington, Ontario County, New York, March 23, 1816, being therefore at his death, in the fifty eigth year of his age. He was a son of the late Judge John Lapham, and a brother of Hon. Elbridge G. Lapham of Canandaigua. The family is of Quaker descent. The deceased was educated at the Canandaigua Academy, Stephen A. Douglass was his classmate and friend, and this latter relation was kept up as long as Douglass lived. After leaving the Academy, Mr. Lapham, to complete his education went to the Rensselear Institute in Troy, from which institution he graduated with credit. After graduation he was made instructor in mathematics in the institute. He assisted Amos Eaton in the preparation of his well known Manual of Botany for North America.
Having made Civil Engineering his profession, he was first employed in that capacity in the construction of the Auburn and Rochester railroad, now a part of the Old Road to Rochester. Next he built as Chief Engineer, the Canandaigua and Elmira railroad, now merged in the Northern Central, and on its completion, was appointed its Superintendent, and continued in that capacity for several years. Upon the consolidation of the Elmira, with the Canandaigua and Niagara Falls road, Mr. Lapham was made Superintendent of the whole line from the Falls to Elmira. He superintended these roads until the New York Central leased the Canandaigua and Niagara Falls road.
Twelve years ago, in 1861, Mr. Lapham was appointed Superintendent of the Middle Division of the New York Central, a post which he held through the successive administrations of Dean Richmond, Henry Keep and Commodore Vanderbuilt, until his death. He was more than once offered promotion, but his wife was an invalid of twenty years, and he preferred to remain in Syracuse, where he had made his home.
Besides his wife, Mr. Lapham leaves four children, Mrs. Austin Spalding, of Lockport, Mrs. J. B. D. Roberts of Auburn, Mr. S. Gurney Lapham, one of the editors of the Syracuse Courier, and Miss Jennie Lapham of Syracuse. Sadly enough, the two former were prevented by illness in their own families from being with their parent in his final moments on earth. In addition to his own family the deceased leaves many more distant relatives and a host of personal friends to mourn the sad event. In politics, Mr. Lapham was always a Democrat, but never sought or held office of any kind.
The funeral took place yesterday from the family home, No. 112, West Genesee Street. A immense concourse of people, numbering several thousands, including a large delegation of relatives and personal friends from this village and vicinity, were present to participate in the last rites to the deceased.
Every countenance betokened heartfelt sorrow as they gathered in mournful silence about the bier. Rt. Rev. Bishop Huntington, assisted by the Rev. Mr. Clark, officiated on the occasion, rehearsing the beautiful ritual services of the Episcopal church in a most solemn and impressive manner, the singing was highly appropriate and pathetic, awakening emotions of the tenderest sympathy in all who heard it. The body was conveyed to Oakwood Cemetery, followed by the vast multitude in solemn procession in carriages and on foot, and deposited in a vault preliminary to its removal to this village for final interment.
As a mark of respect for the deceased, the Depot in Syracuse was appropriately and handsomely draped in mourning, both inside and out, with streamers of black and white, festoons, rosettes. Over each entrance to the depot was suspended insignia of mourning, and the ticket office also was handsomely decorated.
Above the machine shop was a large American flag at half mast, while above it floated a large black and white streamer. All the locomotives on the Middle Division of the road were trimmed with black and white streamers, rosettes, and many of the ticket offices were similarly decorated.
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