HRVH Historical Newspapers provides access to digitized copies of historical newspapers from the Hudson River Valley region of New York State. Each newspaper in HRVH Historical Newspapers has its own page with information about the publication, including the date range that is available online and information about the history of the newspaper.
Two volumes of Cox family genealogy combined as one. The first volume contains information about the various early Cox families across America. The second volume deals specifically with the descendants of James and Sarah Cock of Killingworth upon Matinecock, in the township of Oysterbay, Long Island, New York.
Charles P. Hayt, a prominent businessman in Riverside, founded Hayt Klinefelter and established the Fashion Stables, known for their exceptional horses and carriages. Arriving in Riverside in 1879 with no capital but a strong work ethic, he initially operated a meat market before expanding into the livery business. Hayt transformed a small enterprise into a leading livery service, also managing a stage and express line until railroads took over. He became involved in local governance and community initiatives while supporting various organizations. Hayt married Minnie M. Morey in 1884, with whom he had one son.
Edwin Caldwell, born on September 13, 1824, in Putnam County, New York, pursued a life of entrepreneurship and public service. He moved to Wisconsin in 1846, establishing mills with his brother before seeking fortune in California during the gold rush. After returning to Wisconsin, he transitioned to St. Paul and then to Nevada, where he managed the Yellow Jacket mine. A pioneer in Riverside, he invested in agriculture, particularly citrus, and contributed significantly to the community’s development. Caldwell was active in local governance and a devoted Congregationalist. He married Martha A. Hayt, with whom he had two children.
William A. Hayt, born in 1832 in New York, significantly contributed to Riverside’s development through various business ventures and civic engagement. After overcoming early business setbacks, he ventured to the West, engaging in mining and mercantile pursuits before settling in Riverside in 1879. He founded a meat market and expanded into a prominent livery business, later establishing a successful commission house. Hayt played pivotal roles in local enterprises and served in various civic positions, earning respect as a generous and community-oriented leader. He had two marriages and one child.
James A. Hoffman, 68, of Baker City, Oregon, passed away on May 7, 2003, at St. Elizabeth Health Care Center. Born on August 12, 1934, in Sunnybrook, New York, he relocated to Sacramento, California, in 1978. He married Elsie Phillips in 1989 and is survived by her, two children, a step-son, and three grandchildren. A funeral service is scheduled for May 12, and memorial contributions can be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.
Clark Ferguson, born on October 13, 1835, in Putnam County, New York, traveled to California in 1855 with his brother Yates via Nicaragua. After spending two years there, he returned east but ventured west again within a year. He settled in Fort Leavenworth during the Mormon troubles, then moved to Pikes Peak for mining, and later worked as a wagon-master for three years. Eventually, he joined his brother E.C. Ferguson in Snohomish, Washington Territory, where he amassed considerable real estate.