Delaware County, NY Genealogy and History Site

Coroner's Reports from the Delaware County Board of Supervisors books.
The date shown is the year the reports were reported to the Board.

Transcribed by Linda Ogborn, February 2002.

NAME	BD. MINUTES	CAUSE OF DEATH
Abbazio, Tony	1904	March 21, 1904 visited East Branch and made an examination of the body of Tony Abbazio, an Italian who was killed while at labor on the O & W R. R. by the falling of a derrick. There was found on his body $130, which I turned over to the County Treasurer and took receipt for same.
Adair, Sarah	1919	On Nov. 29, 1918 was called to East Meredith to investigate the death of Sarah Adair. Found death due to old age.
Adams, Louis	1914	On July 5, 1914, I was called to view the body of Louis Adams, who was found dead in the fire box of a New York, Ontario & Western Railroad engine. Death due to electrical shock. Nothing of value was found on his person.
Adams, Wallace	1922	On Dec. 23, 1921, called to Lordville. Viewed the body of Wallace Adams, age 63 years, whose frozen body hung from the limb of a tree in the woods. After examination and inquisition I rendered verdict that death was caused by suicide. He had left his home nearby with a rope on the morning of Dec. 23rd. There was nothing of value found on his body.
Ahlgren, Earnest	1918	On June 30, 1918 was called to DeLancey to view the body of Earnest Ahlgren. Found death due to accidental drowning.
Alberti, Sam	1937	On Apr. 27, 1936 I was called up Sands Creek to view the body of Sam Alberti. Mistaken for a woodchuck, he had been shot through the head with a rifle bullet fired by his son. The circumstances of this case were fully covered by my inquest report. The case appears to have been entirely accidental and the son was not held.
Allison, William	1922	On Nov.30, 1921, I was called to Grand Gorge to investigate the death of William Allison, colored, employed at Shaft One of the Ulen Construction Company. Through an error the body had been removed to Kingston the night previous. I conducted an inquest and found that Allison had been murdered by a fellow workman, Edward Goodal. On Dec. 1, 1921, with Dr. G. L. Hubbell of Stamford, I went to Kingston and performed an autopsy. On Dec. 21, 1921, I concluded my inquest at Prattsville, NY.
Alton, Westley	1927	On July 9, 1927, I was called to Margaretville to investigate death of Westley Alton, aged 79, of Arena, who died suddenly at Margaretville while riding in an automobile, and found that death was due to angina pectoris.
Anderson, Charles	1909	Body of Chas. Anderson found dead and mangled by the cars at Fordville, N.Y., Oct. 10, 1909. Evidence showed he was intoxicated late the night before and probably was struck by a night train while crossing the tracks to a box car in which he slept. Nothing of value found on his person.
Anderson, Mrs. Luman	1914	On April 9, 1914, I was called to view the body of Mrs. Luman Anderson, found dead in bed. Death due to natural causes. Nothing of value found on her person.
Andrew, Harriet	1911	On the 10th day of March, 1911, I was called to view the body of Harriet Andrews, who resided at Walton. Found in bed with life extinct. Death due to natural causes.
Anthony, Herbert	1910	On the 6th day of May, 1910, I viewed the body of Herbert Anthony, who resided about a mile below the Village of Walton. Last seen alive by the river bank on May3rd, together with his dog. Death was due to drowning he being thrown into the river or his falling into the river.
Arbuckle, Madison	1924	On Nov. 5, 1924 was called to home of Richard Armstrong, near Walton, to investigate the death of Madison Arbuckle. Found that he died suddenly while climbing a hill. Death due to heart disease.
Atkins, Bernard	1909	On June 25, 1909 held an inquest upon the body of Bernard Atkins, whose body was found in the Delaware River at Shavertown, and found that death was caused by accidental drowning while swimming with some of his companions in the river after dark on the evening previous. Nothing of value was found on the body.
Attilio, Dini	1910	On may 17th of May, 1910 I viewed the body of Dini Attilio, who resided at Colchester, NY. Found that death was due to head being crushed by a falling tree. Nothing of value found on his person.
Austin, Alice L.	1928	On Oct. 30, 1928 was called to home of Alice L. Austin who had died from apoplexy.
Ayres, Alma	1912	On May 20, 1912 I was called to Readburn, NY to investigate the death of Alma Ayers, she having died without being attended by a physician. I found that she died from natural causes and had no money or valuables on her body.
Babcock, George	1916	On March 2, 1916, I held an inquest on the body of George Babcock at Sidney, NY who was found dead in Phoenix Cheese Factory at Sidney. Found that death was due to hemorrhage of the lungs. Nothing of value was found on person.
Bailey, Ira Emrit	1922	On Apr. 12, 1922 called to investigate alleged suicide of Ira Emrit Bailey, age 45 years, resident of Hancock village. After viewing body and making inquisition and taking sworn affidavits I rendered verdict that deceased came to his death by suicide as the result of drinking carbolic acid at his home on this day. He left a wife and several dependent children.
Baker, Floyd	1926	Dec. 14, 1925 was called to the home of Robert Utter in the Town of Franklin to investigate the death of Floyd Baker, aged 24. Found death was due to hanging himself with suicidal intent.
Baker, Hazel M.	1927	April 26, 1927 called to Dryden, Town of Tompkins , to investigate the death of Hazel Baker, who died suddenly without medical attendance. Found death due to natural causes.
Baker, Ernest E.	1925	On Jan. 23, 1925 I was called to the home of Adam Cammer at Colchester Station to investigate the death of Ernest E. Baker. Found that death was due to gunshot wound in chest, self inflicted with suicidal intent.
Baker, Fred E.	1926	Dec. 3, 1925 I was called to the home of James Jenkins in Dryden, Town of Tompkins, to investigate the death of Fred E. Baker. Found death was due to a gunshot wound of head, caused by the accidental discharge of a gun in the hands of Earl Jenkins. On Dec. 14th I held an inquest at the office of Samuel H. Fancher in Walton, examining five witnesses. The shooting was decided accidental.
Baker, Lionel	1919	On Dec. 25, 1918 was called to Arkville to investigate the death of Lionel Baker who was killed by a train on the R. R. crossing. I did not hold an inquest as it was plainly due to his carelessness.
Balantyne, William	1921	On Feb. 11, 1921 viewed body of William Balantyne and found death due to organic disease of heart.
Balcom, Julia	1914	On Feb. 6, 1914, I was called to view the body of Julia Balcom, found dead beside the Delaware & Hudson Railway tracks in the Village of Sidney. I found said Balcom came to her death by being struck by a train on said road.
Ballantine, Jennie E.	1927	On Oct. 22, 1927, I was called to the Oxbow turn on the Walton-Hamden road to investigate the death of Jennie Ballantine of Walton, who had been killed in an automobile accident by being hit by a car driven by Mr. Rowley of Walton. I found death due to a fracture of the skull and a crushed chest due to being hit by automobile as above mentioned. I took affidavits of all parties present at accident and turned same over to District Attorney. No criminal negligence was found.
Ballard, Sarah F.	1931	On July 24, 1931 I was called to Fleischmanns, NY to investigate death of Sarah F. Ballard and found that she had died of chronic heart disease on July 23, 1931 at 7 p.m.
Ballard, James G.	1909	On May 27, 1909 held an inquest upon the body of James Ballard who died at his home at Fleischmanns, without having had medical attendance for some time prior to his death, and found that death was due to natural causes. Nothing of value was found on the body.
Bandendistle, Michael	1907	Of Hancock, died by hanging Jan. 8, 1907. He was known to be insane at the time and evidence of wife, daughter and neighbors was positive. I therefore decided that he committed suicide. Nothing of value found on his person and no blame attached to anyone.
Barber, Adelia	1910	Was called to the house of Townsend Babcock this ------ day of August, 1910 to investigate the cause of death of Adelia Barber, who had died suddenly unattended by a physician. Went there and made an examination and gave a decision that the cause of death was heart disease.
Barlow, Stephen	1898	Usual contents of pockets. Turned over to family.
Barnes, R. W.	1928	On June 15, 1928 was called to home of R. W. Barnes who had died from acute indigestion and heart dilatation.
Barnhart, Harry	1928	On Aug. 28, 1928, I was called to Grand Gorge in Board of Water Supply Office to investigate death of Mr. Harry Barnhart, who had died while driving his automobile. Gave cause of death as due to chronic valvular disease of heart.
Barnhart, Renselaer	1912	Vincent N. Elwood, Justice of the Peace in the Town of Colchester, acted as Coroner in the matter of the death of Renselaer Barnhart, deceased. That he found no money or other property upon the person of deceased. That the facts regarding the death of the deceased as revealed by the inquest, were duly filed with the Clerk of the County Court.
Barrett, John Henry	1906	On July 6, 1906 visited Cadosia and made examination into the cause of death of Mr. Barrett, who was killed near Tyler Switch by being run over by the cars. I found that no blame could be attached to any one, and nothing of value found on the body.
Bartlett, Thomas G.	1909	On Aug. 27, 1909 viewed the body of Thomas Bartlett who was 84 years of age. The residence of the aforesaid was at St. Paul, Nebraska. Hemet his death on the O & W Railroad tracks near Merrickville, NY. The cause of death was due to being struck by engine of train nine, causing fracture of the right arm, fracture of right hip and fracture of skull. Found on his person silver watch, pair of spectacles, $34.62 in currency and jackknife, which I turned over to the Del. Co. Trea.
Bartram, Uriah P.	1896	Found one jack knife. Given to son. No other details.
Bates, Helen M.	1931	On July 5, 1931 I viewed body of Helen Bates who was killed by being struck by auto, death being due to fracture of skull and internal injuries. Dr. J. E. Safford acted as coroner's physician in above case.
Bauer, Fanny	1928	On July 29, 1928, Mrs. Fanny Bauer of 1823 83rd Street, Brooklyn, N.Y. was killed in an automobile accident at Fishs Eddy, N.Y. Investigation convinced me that the driver, her son, was driving in a reasonably cautious manner and I issued a verdict of "accidental death".
Beach, Charles A.	1912	On July 12, 1912 I was called to Sidney to view the body of Charles A. Beach, who was found dead in bed. Investigation revealed the fact that death due to natural causes. Nothing of value found on person.
Beadle, Saloma	1910	On Jan. 25, 1910 I held an inquest upon the body of Saloma Beadle, who was found dead in bed at her home near Griffin Corners, and found that death was caused by cerebral apoplexy.
Beagle, George	1931	On Oct. 29, 1931 I viewed the body of George Beagle and found death due to occlusion of coronary artery.
Beardslee, John	1912	On April 10th, 1912, I was called to Beerston to view the body of John Beardslee, who was found dead beside the cow which he had been milking. Death was due to natural causes. Nothing of value found on the person.
Beckwith, Samuel	1902	Of Sidney. April 24, 1902 found one jack knife and one empty pocketbook and delivered to his wife.
Bell, Howard	1923	On Feb. 17, 1923, I was called to the home of Howard Bell on the Little Delaware near Delhi to view the remains of Dr. Bell who had shot himself through the heart with a .32 calibre revolver. A verdict of suicide was rendered.
Bellows, Clarence S.	1909	On Jan. 31, 1909 held inquest at Bedell in the Town of Roxbury and found that he had committed suicide by cutting his throat with a razor. Nothing of value was found on the body.
Bencoe, Frank	1929	On May 3, 1929 I viewed the body of Frank Bencoe and found death due to organic disease of heart.
Benedict, Delphine	1927	On April 20, 1927 called to Stockton Ave., Village of Walton, to investigate the death of Mrs. Benedict, who was found dead in her room. Found death due to natural causes.
Bennett, Howard W.	1936	On Aug. 16, 1936 was called to a point on the Walton-Franklin road, three miles from Franklin, and found there the body of Howard W. Bennett of Franklin and Bovina, NY. He had been crushed under his car, which was overturned down the bank. Investigation disclosed that said Bennett had been driving alone in his car, returning from work, and that he apparently dropped to sleep while driving. The cause of death was certified as accidental.
Bennett, Alfred	1912	On April 29th, 1912, I was called to view the body of Alfred Bennet, who was found dead on the floor of house on East Street, where he resided. Death was due to natural causes. Nothing of value found on person.
Bennett, Zena	1912	On April 21, 1912, I was called to view the body of Zena Bennett, an infant, who was found dead in bed. Investigation showed that the death was due to natural causes. Nothing of value found on person.
Betts, Mr. and Mrs. E. L.	1897	Of Delhi. Inquest with no jury on July 12, 1897. On the person of E. L. Betts was found the sum of 67 cents, one watch and pocket knife.
Bice, Dennis	1898	Found dead at Roods Creek. Found on his person one jack knife, $1.31 in money, one open faced watch. Turned over to his friends, they being of but little value.
Bidwell, George W.	1908	On Jan. 15, 1908 I viewed the body of George W. Bidwell lying dead at his home near Arkville and issued a certificate of death. Owing to an erroneous impression that I was out of Town, William T. Austin, a Justice of the Peace, of Margaretville, acted as Coroner, assisted by Dr. J. W. Telford acting as Coroner's physician, holding an inquest on the day previous.
Bill, Mrs. George	1896	Of the Town of Meredith, on July 29, 196 performed an inquest without jury. Also noted found and taken from the person the sum of $35.00 and valuable effects which were delivered to W. R. Bill, Administrator.
Bisborough, William C.	1916	On Aug. 17, 1916, I was called to Hamden, NY, to view the body of William C. Bisborough, who was found dead in Hotel barn. Death due to fractured skull from accidental falling through floor.
Bischoff, George	1904	I viewed the body of George Bischoff on March 21, 1904, who was injured (and afterwards died from his injuries) at the same time that Tony Abbazio was killed. Nothing of value found on the body.
Bivin, J. M.	1928	On Jan. 7, 1928, J. M. Bivin died suddenly at East Branch, N.Y. of arterio-sclerosis. In another coroner's report was the following: On Jan. 7, 1929 J. M. Bivins of East Branch died suddenly in his bed, death due to arteriosclerosis.
Bixby, William H.	1920	On Nov. 8, 1920, viewed the body of William H. Bixby, aged 35 years, a resident of Binghamton, N.Y. After holding a court of inquest, I found that the deceased met his death near Readburn, Town of Hancock. That death was caused by accident, from a gun shot wound through the breast. That the deceased was in the company of three other me, all of whom were about to start deer hunting.
Blair, Charles P.	1924	On Feb. 28, 1924 I viewed the body of Charles P. Blair of East Meredith and found death due to angina pectoris.
Blanchered, Evelyn	1918	I was called to Horton on the 25 day of October 1918 to investigate cause of death of Evelyn May Blanchered, who died without medical attendance. After an investigation I made a decision that the cause of her death was influenza.
Bleck, Earl	1918	On June 16, 1918 was called to Hancock to investigate cause of death of Earl Bleck whose body had been recovered dead from the river near that place. After making an investigation as to the circumstances attending his death, I gave a decision that his death was due to accidental drowning.
Borrows, Lloyd	1912	On June 28, 1912, I was called to Deposit to view the body of Lloyd Borrows, who was found in the Delaware River. Investigation revealed death due to drowning. Nothing of value found on person.
Borst, Fred	1922	Killed in train wreck. See details under William Lafferty.
Bouck, William Josiah	1911	On the 17th day of December, 1911, I held an inquest upon the body of William Josiah Bouck, an infant, who was found dead in bed at his parent's home near Grand Gorge, and found that death was caused by the child being accidentally smothered to death in the bed clothing.
Bourne, Ira C.	1928	On Jan. 30, 1928, I was called to the home of Ira C. Bourne at East Brook, Town of Walton, and found that Mr. Bourne had committed suicide by cutting his throat.
Bowen, Adelbert	1900	Nothing found on the deceased.
Bowen, Manly	1936	On Oct. 1, 1936 was called by Dr. C. M. Axtell, who reported that one Manly Bowen of Hale Eddy had died at the Deposit Hospital of a fractured skull, the result of a highway accident, being hit by a car driven by Carl E. Mapes on Sept. 27, 1936. Death occurred on Sept. 29, 1936 and on Oct. 1, 1936, I held an inquest at my office. Death was judged to have been accidental and Mapes was not held.
Bowker, William H.	1918	Of South Kortright. Died of organic disease of heart. Found a watch and 72 cents which were delivered to his son.
Bowker, Samuel	1927	On Jan. 16, 1927, called to Village of Hancock where Samuel Bowker had been hit by an Erie Railroad train while working on one of their switches. Cause of death assigned, accidental.
Boyd, George	1937	Two dollars and four cents found and given to near relatives.
Brace, Marshall	1926	Sep. 8, 1926 was called to Bussey Hollow in the Town of Andes to investigate death of Marshall Brace. Found death due to hanging with suicidal intent.
Bragg, C. H.	1936	On Apr. 1, 1936 was called to the boarding house of Mrs. Charles on Townsend Street, Walton, NY and found there the body of C. H. Bragg, a boarder. This man had been sick and had been under the care of a physician who was out of town and the man was found dead in bed by the landlady. Cause of death was certified as natural causes.
Brazee, Martin	1914	On April 12, 1914, I was called to view the body of Martin Brazee who committed suicide by shooting with a revolver. $60 was found on his person which was turned over to his brother and receipt taken for same. Body was near Franklin Station.
Brazil, Ed	1913	On Oct. 24, 1913, I was called to Lordville to investigate the death of Ed Brazil and Charles A. Peterson, I fond that through their own carelessness they were killed by being struck by a railroad train. No money or valuables found on body of Charles A. Peterson; found 20 cents on body of Ed Brazil.
Breakey, Frank	1908	Frank Breakey, Hancock, N.Y. was drowned May 25th, 1908, while fording the West Branch of the Delaware at the ford near Robert Lewis' a short distance west of the Village. It was dark at the time and he was riding with Jack Dempsey on his tea wagon. They drove too far down the river and upset. Dempsey swam ashore but Breakey was drowned. No blame attached to anyone. The body was recovered the following day. Nothing of value found on his person. I decided the cause of death to be drowning.
Brewer, Emmett	1911	On the 30th day of July, 1911, was called to Hamden to view the body of Emmet Brewer, who was found in hay mow with life extinct. Autopsy revealed death due to over indulgence in Jamaica ginger. Nothing of value found on his person.
Brice, Mary E.	1928	On Aug. 26, 1928, Mary E. Brice, died at her home at Fishs Eddy, N.Y. from "general arterio-sclerosis" and heart disease.
Briggs, Ermine L.	1928	On Sept. 1, 1928, was called to home of Ermine L. Briggs, who had died form organic disease of heart.
Bronk, Betsy	1922	On July 27, 1922 was called to the home of Betsy Bronk in the Village of Delhi. When I arrived I found the lifeless body of said Betsy Bronk. After investigation I decided that death was from natural causes.
Brower, Lewis	1918	On Apr. 29, 1918 was called to Walton to hold an inquest on the body of Lewis Brower, who was found dead on the R.R. track. Verdict, death due to being struck by a train while intoxicated.
Brown, Sevillon A.	1927	On Nov. 3, 1927, I was called to North Street in the Village of Walton, to investigate the death of Sevillon A. Brown. I found that Mr. Brown had committed suicide by shooting himself in the head with a shotgun.
Brown, Sylvester	1896	Of the Town of Meredith, on Sept. 8, 1896 performed an inquest without jury. Also noted found and taken from the person the sum of $10.72, which was delivered to Amanda C. Brown, Administratrix.
Brown, Lyman S.	1900	Articles found cash $129.40; Gold watch; knife; eye glasses; pocket book and keys. Turned over to Del. Co. Trea.
Brown, R.	1922	On June 5, 1922, called to Long Eddy. Viewed body of H. Miller, alias R. Brown, aged about 50 years, laborer in Erie Railroad work train gang. After examination and inquisition I rendered verdict of death by accident, being killed by the cars while at work in the night of June 4th and5th at Bouchouxville, two miles west of Long Eddy station. Nothing could be learned of the history of this man except that he had hired out to the Erie Railroad at Susquehanna the day before. Nothing of value or importance was found on the body. I took up the matter of burial expense, $90.00, which the Erie Railroad Company paid.
Brown, William	1931	On June 10, 1931 I was called to Millbrook about six miles above Arena, NY to the home of William Brown to investigate cause of his death and found that he had died at 10 p.m. June 9, 1931 and gave as cause of death Coronary Thrombosis.
Brownell, Edward F.	1923	On Sept. 21, 1923, I viewed body of Edward F. Brownell of Jefferson, R.D. and found death due to apoplexy super induced by hard arteries.
Bruce, George C.	1929	On March 3, 1929 I viewed the body of George C. Bruce and found death due to apoplexy.
Bryson, Ella	1919	On August 9, 1919 was called to Meridale to investigate the death of Ella Bryson. Found death due to apoplexy.
Buck, Charles N.	1927	On May 17, 1927, I viewed the body of Charles Buck, who died as result of being struck by auto. On the above date Drs. Hubbell and Safford performed autopsy on deceased and on May 23 held inquest in Buck case and found cause of death to be shock as result of internal injuries.
Buckley, Josephine	1928	On April 30, 1928, I investigated the death of Josephine Buckley at Burnwood, N.Y. I was unable to determine the cause of death but as there was no evidence of foul play decided that the expense of an autopsy was not warranted. I therefore issued a death certificate giving the cause of death as unknown.
Bundy, Margaret	1914	On Jan. 15, 1914, I was called to Delhi by Dr. C. R. Woods, to investigate the death of Mrs. Margaret Bundy. Decided that Mrs. Bundy died from natural causes. Nothing of value was found on the body. Dr. Woods assisted.
Burham, Lucy	1897	Killed by the cars on the O & W. Railroad on July 30, 1897 and nothing of value was found on her body.
Burke, John	1910	Was called on the 24th day of October, 1910, to investigate the cause of death of John Burke, so called, whose body had been found dead in bed at the house of Diminick Gato, near Cadosia depot. Went and made investigation and found that the dead man had given his name as John Burke, but had exhibited naturalization appears under the name of Phillip Klein, and said papers were found on his person. He also said that he had a child living in New York City, from which place he had apparently come, as shown by the papers found on him. Sent telegrams to addresses in New York and waited till next day for answers, but could not find out anything about him under either name. Made a decision that the body was that of John Burke, alias Philip Klein and that the cause of his death was heart disease and that he died on the 24th day of October, 1910.
Burns, Timothy	1897	Of Walton. Inquest held Aug. 22, 24 and31, 1897. Jurors who served were E. P. Berray; W.D. Burns; Paul Nichols; Henry C. Tobey; J. H. Townsend; Edwin L. Guild; Robert Glendenning. The sum of $80.35 was found on the person.
Burton, Susan	1918	On Jan. 29, 1918 was called to Walton to view the body of Susan Burton, who was found dead in a well. Investigation showed death due to accidental drowning.
Bush, Mary	1914	On Sept. 11, 1914, I was called to view the body of Mary Bush, who was found dead in an alleyway in the Village of Sidney. Upon investigation, death due to alcoholism. Nothing of value was found on the body.
Bush, Ruby	1908	Ruby Bush, Keeryville, N.Y., 8 months old, found dead in bed with her mother on Jan. 25th, 1908. Evidence showed baby was apparently well at bed time and that mother nursed the baby at about two o'clock a.m. The night and room were very cold and mother covered the baby with the quilts. Baby black in the face and looked suffocated. I therefore decided that the child accidentally suffocated with no blame attached to the parents. Nothing of value found on the person.
Butler, Jane	1931	On Jan. 11, 1931 I viewed the body of Jane Butler and found death due to sudden heart attack.
Butts, Agnes M.	1931	On Nov. 27, 1930 I viewed the body of Agnes M. Butts and found death due to heart attack.
Cahill, Michael	1913	On March 15, 1913 I was called to Apex to view the body and investigate death of Michael Cahill, whose body was found on railroad tracks at that place. After an investigation I found that his death was caused by being run over by the cars and that no blame attached to said Railroad company. Found $3.00 in money and one watch on his body and delivered them to his administrator.
Cairn, James	1913	On March 25, 1913, I was called to investigate death of James Cairn in Colchester, near Roscoe. I found on investigation that he died of heart disease. Nothing found on his body.
Calahan, Joyce M.	1931	On Aug. 17, 1931 I viewed the body of Joyce M. Calahan (Infant 28 days old) and found death due to inanition and cleft palate.
Calahan, Howard B.	1928	On May 16, 1928 I was called to home of Howard B. Calahan, where he had been accidentally killed by being struck by auto truck. No blame attached to driver of truck.
Calderwood, William	1914	On June 28, 1914 held inquest on the body of William Calderwood, at Peakville, NY. I found that he came to his death while in an intoxicated condition. He was walking on the R.R. track and was struck by the cars. Nothing of value found on his body.
Callen, Irving	1925	On Oct. 12, 1925 I viewed the body of Irving Callen found dead in field, and found death due to organic disease of heart.
Cammer, Mrs. Adam	1919	On August 4, 1919 was called into the Town of Hamden to investigate the death of Mrs. Adam Cammer. Found death due to heart trouble.
Campbell, Timothy	1912	On Nov. 9, 1912, I was called to Cadosia, NY to investigate the death of Timothy Campbell. I found that he had died of acute indigestion.
Campbell, Sarah F.	1912	On Oct. 1, 1912 was called to Cadosia to investigate cause of death of Sarah F. Campbell, who died unattended by a physician. I found that her death was caused by natural causes. Found no money or valuables on her body.
Capels, Thomas V.	1926	Sept. 27, 1926 was called to Colchester Station to investigate death of Thomas V. Capels. Found he had been killed when a Tarvia truck which he was driving went over the bank.
Capiello, Catherine	1929	On March 15, 1929, Catherine Capiello, an infant, of Hancock, NY while playing or creeping on the right of way of the Erie R. R. in the Village of Hancock, was struck and killed by an Erie passenger train. Death certificate issued after an investigation by the coroner.
Cargill, John L.	1928	On Sep. 22, 1928 was called to home of John L. Cargill, who had died from intestinal rupture as result of strangulated hernia
Carley, Infant	1923	On Dec. 30, 1922, I was called to Sidney by the Humane Officer to investigate the death and apparent irregular disposition of the body of an infant born to Lucy Ann Carley, Dec. 23, 1922. After an all ay search for the body I procured an exhumation order and with Undersheriff Stewart returned to Sidney Center and located the infant's remains wrapped in newspaper and an old shawl under the counter in the General Store of one W. W. Mudford. The body was removed to the undertaking parlors of Carr & Hare at Sidney, where a post mortem examination was made by Doctors Loomis and Young of Sidney. On Jan. 5, 1923, I held an inquest, assisted by the District Attorney, at Sidney and concluded at Sidney Center, the same day and decision made that said infant came to its death because of umbilical hemorrhage. The evidence also disclosed that the body had not been properly disposed of.
Carney, John W.	1926	July 23, 1926, found death due to acute heart dilatation. In the above case Dr. Campbell of Stamford acted as coroner's physician.
Carr, Floyd	1906	Jan. 31, 1906 killed along with Truman Timonson near East Branch while walking on the tracks of the O & W Railroad. The evidence showed that they had been drinking and were on the tracks without authority.
Carr, Patrick	1908	Patrick Carr, Stockport, N.Y., dropped dead on Feb. 4th, 1908 while shoveling snow from the walk about is house. As he had apoplectic stroke some two months previously I decided that he had such a stroke at this time. Nothing of value found on his person and no blame attached to anyone.
Carry, Thomas	1916	On Jan. 22, 1916, I held an inquest on the body of Thomas Carry at Sidney, NY. Death was caused by falling from a freight train while he was intoxicated. Accidental. Nothing of value found on person.
Chamberlain, Hopline	1920	On Aug. 13, 1920, called to Andes to view the remains of Hopline Chamberlain found hung to bedstead. The deceased had been mentally unbalanced for some time and verdict of suicide was given.
Chapman, Brewster	1923	On May 27, 1923, I was called to Prattsville by the Sergeant of Police there to view the body of a colored man, named Brewster Chapman. When I arrived there I found that the camp doctor had decided that the man was not dead and so had him rushed to the Benedictine Hospital at Kingston, NY.
Charles, Thurston J.	1926	Sept.12, 1926 held an investigation into the death of Thurston J. Charles of Walton, who was killed by being hit by an automobile driven by Aubre More of Walton. Found negligence on the part of More. Reported to the District Attorney and he was indicted.
Chase, Floyd	1922	Killed in train wreck. See details under William Lafferty.
Chekalofsky, John	1922	On Oct. 6, 1922, called to Stockport. Viewed the body of John Chekalofsky, age about 46 years, laborer, killed about 2:30 p.m. that day. After examination and inquisition of the case of this man, a Russian or Polish foreigner, who worked on the Erie R.R. track, I rendered a verdict that deceased came to his death accidentally by being struck by a fast train rounding a curve on the west bound track. His skull was crushed. Eight dollars and thirty three cents were found on the body. Nothing could be learned about the man or his relatives. He came from an employment agency in New York City. I took up the matter of the expense of burial, $100.00, which was paid by the Erie R.R. Co.
Chidsay, Fred R.	1936	On Nov. 11, 1935 was called to the home of Harry Hopkins in Walton village. Found and lying dead Mr. Fred R. Chidsay, the father of Mrs. Hopkins, with a bullet wound in his right temple and a 32 caliber revolver lying by his side in his room. With the history of ill health, severe headaches and increasing feebleness of this man, the investigation convinced me the would was self-inflicted and cause of death was certified as suicide by firearms.
Chrisman, St. John	1912	On July 15, 1912 I was called to Bear Spring, Town of Walton, to view the body of St. John Chrisman. Investigation revealed the fact that death was due to an overdose of drugs. Nothing of value found on his person.
Cici, Necollo	1909	On July 1, 1909, Necollo Cici of Cadosia, NY was found dead in bed in the morning. Evidence showed he was found lying on his stomach with his face buried in a pillow and that the was subject to epileptic fits. I therefore decided he suffocated while in a fit. Nothing of value was found on his person.
Clark, William	1923	On Aug. 15, 1923, I viewed body of William Clark of South Gilboa, who died in Stamford Hospital. I was assisted by Dr. J. E. Safford of Stamford. Death was due to fractured skull and internal injuries received in auto accident east of Stamford village.
Clark, Marvin S.	1916	Inquest held. Alias George Moring. Found $11.75 the same being sent to his father at Dayton, Ohio.
Clark, Ethel	1898	Infant. Nothing of value found on person.
Clark, Emerson	1912	Vincent N. Elwood, Justice of the Peace in the Town of Colchester, he acted as Coroner in the matter of the death of Emerson Clark, wife and child. That he found no money or other valuables upon their persons. That the facts regarding the death of the deceased, as revealed by the inquest, were duly filed with the Clerk of the County Court.
Cliff, Raymond	1931	On Oct. 24, 1931 I viewed the body of Raymond Cliff and found death due to fracture of spine received in auto accident.
Clune, Michael	1925	On Oct. 9, 1925 I was called to Pines Brook in Town of Walton to investigate death of Michael E. Clune, who had died suddenly without medical attention. Found death due to natural causes.
Clyne, John J.	1907	On Sept. 15, 1907 was called to Sidney, N.Y. to take action, as coroner, in the case of John J. Clyne who, while passing down the D & H R. R. tracks on the morning of the above day, was shot and mortally wounded by bullet from a 32 caliber rifle. Reached his home before his death. Took his anti-mortem statement. Brought the persons who did shooting before him for identification. He died the following morning. From the sworn testimony, at inquest, I found that cause of death was due to gun shot wound pf abdomen; that the bullet that caused the aforesaid gunshot wound, was fired from a rifle in the hands of John Barrissi, a shoemaker of Sidney, N.Y. I issued a warrant of arrest of Barrissi, had him brought before me. Upon being charged with the shooting of Clyne, he waived examination. I forthwith issued warrant of commitment to await the action of Grand Jury on the charge of manslaughter in the second degree. Nothing of value found on Clyne's person.
Coddington, James	1912	On Feb. 12, 1912 I was called to Peakville to investigate the death of James Coddington. I found that said Coddington died of paralysis. I found no money or valuables on his body.
Coe, Charles	1914	On March 31, 1914, I was called to view the body of Charles Coe, found dead on the sidewalk in the Village of Sidney. Death due to natural causes. $64.85 was found on his person, also watch, which was turned over to his son and receipt taken for same.
Coe, Robert	1937	Dr. W. H. F. Newman of Stamford acted as coroner
Cohalan, Ella	1923	On Sept. 7, 1923, I was called to Stamford to view the body of Ella Cohalan who had been run down by an automobile on the Stamford-Oneonta state road within the limits of Stamford village. A post-mortem examination was made by me assisted by Drs. Woodworth, Campbell and Safford. On Sept. 8th, I held an inquest at Stamford and found that death was due to a fractured skull which resulted from being struck by an automobile driven by Arthur Fink of Stamford. From the evidence presented it was evident that Mr. Fink had done all in his power to avoid the accident and I therefore exonerated him. District Attorney O'Connor assisted me with the inquest.
Cole, Nelson	1914	On the 26th day of December, 1913, I was called to view the body of Nelson Cole, found dead beside the New York, Ontario & Western Railway tracks, one mile from Sidney Village. I found said Cole came to his death by being struck by a train on said road. Nothing of value was found on his body.
Cole, Hazel	1910	Was called this 15th day of March, 1910, to investigate the cause of death of Hazel Cole, whose body was lying dead at the home of her sister, Luella Richards, of the Village of Hancock, N.Y. Went there and on making investigation it was learned from hazel Cole's ante mortem statement that she had been the victim of criminal operations, performed upon her by Dr. Phoebe Low, of Liberty, New York, and that one, Eugene Doyle, of Hancock, N.Y. had been accessory to and had advised said criminal operation. I had an autopsy of the body performed by Dr. F. M. Woolsey in which he was assisted by Dr. L. E. Woolsey of Hancock, N.Y. and Dr. Frank Laidlaw, of Hurleyville, .Y. and in presence of District Attorney of Sullivan County, N.Y., and from the findings of said autopsy and further evidence produced, made a decision that the body was that of Hazel Cole and that she came to her death on the 14th day of March, 1910, at Hancock, N.Y. and that the cause of her death was the result of a criminal operation for producing an abortion, that two had been performed, the first on the 22nd day of February, 1910 and the second on or about the 25th day of February, 1910. That said operations were performed by Dr. Phoebe Low, of Liberty, N.Y., assisted by one Addie Carey, of Liberty, N.Y., and that one Eugene Doyle, of Hancock, N.Y. incited, advised, aided and abetted, in procuring said criminal operation for procuring said abortion. Indictment had been found in Sullivan County as the result of said investigations, against Phoebe Low and Addie Carey and that the case of Eugene Doyle has been presented to the Grand Jury at a court held in Delhi, N.Y. beginning May 9th, 1910.
Cole, Infant child of Charles	1897	Of Tompkins. Inquest with no jury on Aug.21, 1897.
Cole, Nora	1914	On July 13, 1914, I held inquest on the body of Nora Cole, at Harvard, NY, and found that she died from natural causes. Nothing of value found on her body.
Cole, May and Ben	1922	On Mar. 21, 1922, I was called to Spruce Street in the Village of Delhi to view the remains of a woman lying there dead in the street. This proved to be the remains of May Cole, wife of Ben Cole. She had been shot through the head and further investigation revealed the lifeless body of Ben Cole on the floor of their kitchen with his throat cut from ear to ear. At a joint inquest held next day I gave a decision of murder in the case of May Cole and of suicide in the case of Ben Cole.
Cole, John	1928	On March 24, 1928, I was called to the home of Charles Morris in Walton village and found that John Cole (colored) had been found dead in bed. Death due to natural causes.
Conklin, Russell	1936	On June 29, 1936 was called to a point on the Walton-Masonville State Road, two miles out of the Village of Masonville, and found there the body of Russell Conklin, usually known under the alias of Russell Alley. This investigation disclosed that this boy while playing on the flat rigging of a wagon, jumped from this rigging directly upon a passing car and the cause of death was certified as accidental death. The driver of the car was Harrison L. Shaver of Delhi, NY and no action for negligence was contemplated against the driver of the car, Harrison L. Shaver.
Connor, Margaret	1923	On Nov. 28, 1922, I was called to Andes to view the remains of Margaret Connor, who had been found dead in her shack in that village. After due investigation, I rendered a decision of death due to natural causes.
Conro, Rose	1922	On Nov. 14, 1922 I was called to Grand Gorge to view the remains of Rose Conro, who had been run over by a loaded truck in the streets of the Village. I conducted an inquest and returned a decision of accidental death and exonerated the chauffeur, who was driving the truck at the time of the accident.
Conte, Tony	1910	Was called to Cadosia this29th day of May 1919, to investigate cause of death of Tony Conte, whose body had been found dead in the Cadosia Creek. Went and made investigation and gave decision that Tony Conte was accidentally drowned, at Cadosia, on the 29th day of May, 1919.
Corcoran, Patrick	1910	Inquest held. Found $17.00 and delivered same to H. S. Graham and receipt taken for same.
Courtney, Robert	1919	On March 10, 1919 was called to Sidney to investigate the death of Robert Courtney. Found death due to suicide by shooting himself in the head.
Cox, Burton W.	1927	On Oct. 11, 1927 I viewed the body of Burton W. Cox and found death due to gas gangrene following injury received in auto accident. Dr. House acted as coroner's physician in above case.
Coyle, Patrick	1908	Patrick Coyle was killed Sept. 3rd, 1908by being struck in the back of the head by an Erie R. R. engine while he was sitting on the end of the Erie R. R. bridge stringer in the Village. He was intoxicated at the time. Evidence showed that the engineer blew the whistle twice to alarm the man and that he supposed he would get out of the way in time which he did not do. Nothing of value found on his person and no blame attached to anyone.
Craft, George	1904	At Cannonsville, Aug. 11, 1904
Crance, Henry	1912	On July 29, 1912, I was called to Cannonsville to view the body of Henry Crance, who was found dead beside the road. Investigation revealed the fact that death was due to natural causes. Nothing of value found on his person.
Cross, Lester	1916	On May 23, 1916, I was called to Union Grove to view the body of Lester Cross who dropped dead while cranking an auto. Found that death was due to natural causes.
Crowley, Daniel	1907	Died by hanging at Roods Creek, NY, May 15, 1907. He had been insane for ten days from drinking, during three of which he had been confined to the lockup at Hancock, NY. Evidence of brother and others was conclusive that he committed suicide. Nothing of value on the body and no blame attached to anyone.
Crumb, Levi	1919	On July 26, 1919 was called to Sidney to investigate the death of Levi Crumb. Found death due to accidental drowning.
Curry, John	1929	On Aug. 2, 1929 I viewed the bodies of Peter Sidney and John Curry (colored) and found death due to shock and hemorrhage as result of injuries received in collision of motorcycle in which they were and motor car. Found 52 cents and two note books on his body and turned over to Delaware County Treasurer.
Dahn, Fred	1924	On Dec. 22, 1923, was called to Andes to view the remains of Fred Dahn, who had been killed on Palmer Hill the evening previous. With Dr. C. L. Wakeman assisting I made a post mortem examination and on December 28, 1923, with the assistance of the District Attorney held an inquest at Andes. My verdict was that Dahn came to his death about 7p.m. December21, 1923, as a result of being struck by an automobile driven by one Donald Cowan of Andes, while walking on the state highway about one mile east of Andes village.
Damano, Nicolo	1914	On April 30, 1914, held inquest on the body of Nicolo Damano, at Cadosia, NY. Found that he came to his death by being struck by the cars while on the R.R. tracks, his death being caused by his own negligence. Nothing of value found on his body.
Damskevitch, Mike	1936	Also known as Mike Davis. On Oct. 25, 1936 called to Coon Hill to view the body of Mike "Davis" who was found dead at the side of his potato patch. I made a thorough search of the premises and finding no evidence of foul play, signed the death certificate. No autopsy was done as there was insufficient evidence to justify it and nos cause of death was assigned.
Davidson, John	1918	On July 3, 1918 was called to Pepacton and held an inquest on the body of John Davidson. Found death due to being killed on the railway track. The railway officials or train crew in no way to blame for his death.
Davidson, William	1908	On Oct. 22, 1908 was called to Hamden to view body of one William S. Davidson. Upon investigation and taking testimony found that death was due to the crushing of head and chest by a falling tree. A silver watch, a check on the First National Bank of Walton, NY of $29.40 and $42.67 in currency was found on his person. These were turned over to his sister, she having given me voucher for same.
Davidson, H. M.	1924	On Nov. 10, 1924, I was called to the home of H. M. Davidson in Town of Stamford, near Bloomville, to view the remains of Mr. Davidson, who had suddenly died. I found that death was due to heart disease.
Davis, George A.	1929	On April 9, 1929 I was called to the home of Decker Merritt, Huckleberry Brook, to investigate death of George A. Davis, aged 70, and found that he had died of chronic valvular disease of heart.
Davis, James	1926	On Sept. 26th, 28th and 29th, acting as Coroner at the direction of Coroner Ray Gladstone, and with the aid of the District Attorney, I investigated the unauthorized opening of a grave in the Hancock Cemetery and concluded from an autopsy performed on the supposed body of "F.G. Beale" and from evidence taken, that it had been removed from the grave in the Hancock Cemetery and that it was in fact the body of James Davis and not that of Beale. The facts obtained at this hearing and inquest were presented to the Grand Jury and were followed by indictment and conviction of F. G. Beale for grave robbery.
Davis, Margaret Ann	1914	On Jan. 4, 1914, I held an inquest on the body of Margaret Ann Davis near Downsville, NY. I made an investigation and found that she died from heart failure. Nothing of value found on her body.
Dayton, Charles P.	1927	On Dec. 3, 1926, I viewed the body of Charles P. Dayton, and found death due to pulmonary tuberculosis.
Dean, Charles	1919	On Oct. 7, 1919 was called to East Branch to investigate the death of Charles Dean. After inquest assisted by District Attorney we found that he met his death by being shot by an officer while said officer was discharging his duty, the act being done in self defense.
Decker, William Henry	1896	Nothing found. Small Boy. No other details.
Decker, Dewitt	1900	Property found on the deceased: Bills $106; Gold $30; Pennies 3 cents; Silver or lead counterfeit piece 25 cents; One open face silver or nickel watch; two pocket books; one key ring with five keys; one pocket knife; one steel bowed pair spectacles in case; one rubber framed pair eye glasses in case; one lead pencil, 10 two cent revenue stamps. All items delivered to Delaware County Treasurer.
Decker, Ida Pearl	1913	On June 26, 1913, I was called to Harvard, NY, to investigate the death of Ida Pearl Decker, who had died unattended by a physician .Found that her death was caused by perforation of the bowels, following typhoid fever. Found no valuables on her body.
Delameter, Alice	1931	On Mar. 8, 1931 I viewed the body of Alice Delameter and found death due to sudden heart attack.
Deleronzo, Maurenzo	1905	Found one silver watch and $11.02 all of which were turned over to Del. Co. Trea.
Denny, Joseph S.	1913	On Dec. 14, 1912 was called to Shavertown, N.Y. to investigate death of Joseph S Denny. After investigation found that he died of heart disease. No money or valuables found on his body.
DePuy, Frederick	1914	On the 14th of November, 1913, I held an inquest upon the body of Frederick De Puy, an infant, whose body was found in the Delaware River below Margaretville, and found that he came to his death by accidental drowning.
Dibble, Mrs. Charles	1918	On Sept. 3, 1918 was called to Walton and held an inquest on the body of Mrs. Charles Dibble. Found death due to being struck by a train while crossing the track in an auto. No blame attached to train crew.
Dickerman, Fred	1926	Mar. 16, 1926 was called to the home of Fred Dickerman in Walton to investigate his death. Found it to be suicide by shooting.
Dingee, Lewis	1908	On March 3, 1908 I held an inquest upon the body of Lewis Dingee, found dead in bed at his home near New Kingston, and found that death was due to natural causes namely cerebral apoplexy. An autopsy was performed by Dr. J. W. Telford acting as Coroner's physician. Nothing of value was found on the body.
Dissario, Joseph G.	1906	On July 20, 1906 visited Tyler Switch and made examination into the cause of death. He was killed at that place by being struck by an engine while walking on the tracks of the O & W Railroad. The evidence shows that he was warned of the approach of the train and that he had no one to blame.
Ditty, John	1924	On Jan. 1, 1924, was called to West Kortright to view the remains of John Ditty whom I found had died from natural causes.
Dropp, Infant	1924	On March 6, 1924 was called to Readburn to investigate the death of the one day old child of John Dropp. Found death due to natural causes.
Drum, David	1921	On Mar. 8, 1921 called to Sidney to view the remains of David Drum, a tramp, who had been found dead beside the Delaware and Hudson railroad tracks at that place. After ascertaining that there was no evidence of negligence on the part of the railroad, a verdict of accidental death was given, caused by being hit by a railway train.
Dumond, Harriet	1921	On Dec. 20, 1920 called to Shavertown to view the remains of Harriet Dumond, verdict given of death from natural causes, acute dilatation of heart.
Dumond, Ezra	1927	On Feb. 21, 1927 I was called to Grand Gorge to home of Miles Riley, to investigate death of Ezra Dumond, aged 81, and found that he died of valvular disease of heart.
Dumund, Abram	1919	On Jan. 19, 1919 was called to Town of Meredith to investigate the death of Abram Dumund. Found death due to heart disease.
Duncan, David	1925	On July 22, 1925 I was called to Granton to investigate death of David Duncan. Found death due to gunshot wound of head, self inflicted with suicidal intent.
Dunham, Alice	1928	On April 26, 1928 I was called to home of Alice Dunham where she had died from diabetic coma.
Dunn, Joseph K	1898	Nov. 15, 1898 the following found on the deceased: Eight cents and a bunch of keys, which coroner gave to his friends. Clothing left upon the deceased for burial.
Dunshee, Nina	1914	On July 1st, 1914, I was called to view the body of Nina Dunshee, who was accidentally shot while picking strawberries. Nothing of value was found on her person.
Dusenberrie, Marcus M.	1929	On March 29, 1929, Marcus M. Dusenberrie of Brooklyn, NY was killed instantly when he fell asleep at the wheel of his Packard roadster and the car crashed through the guard rail on State Highway 17 near Fishs Eddy, N.Y. Case investigated and death certificate issued.
Dutcher, George W.	1931	On Oct. 20, 1931, I investigated death of George W. Dutcher of Arkville, NY and found that death was caused from chronic valvular disease of heart.
Dyckman, John	1924	On Jan. 7, 1924, I was called to the village of Andes to view the remains of John Dyckman who had dropped dead while working unloading coal near the Andes station. I found that death was due to natural causes.
Dykeman, Sarah	1929	On Jan. 11, 1929, I viewed the body of Sarah Dykeman and found death due to pneumonia.
Eastley, Anna Belle	1929	On May 27, 1929 I was called to the home of Bruce S. Eastley, Ferris Hill, Grand Gorge, to investigate death of Anna Belle Eastley, aged 8 days, who had died without medical attention, and found that she had died of disease of heart.
Ebbert, William	1910	Was called this3rd day of October, 1910, to investigate the cause of death of William Ebbert, whose body had been found dead on the railroad track south of Peakville, NY, and which had not been recognized at first. Went; made partial investigation and adjourned until next day for further evidence. After swearing more witnesses on October 4th, made a decision that the body was that of William Ebbert of Peakville, NY and that he came to his death during the night of October 2nd, 1910 by being struck by a railroad train and that his death was accidental.
Edsall, Anna E.	1929	On Oct. 12, 1929, I was called to Margaretville to investigate cause of death of Anna E. Edsall, aged 74, who was found dead in bed by her niece, and gave cause of death as due to acute indigestion and chronic valvular heart disease. Dr. John Telford assisted in investigation.
Edsall, Nellie P.	1936	On Feb. 10, 1936, investigated death of Nellie Edsall, Roxbury, N.Y., who died suddenly in her home, and gave as cause of death chronic valvular heart disease.
Edwards, Patrick	1896	Nothing of special value found. Turned over to brother. No other details.
Edwards, Francis	1928	On Sept. 28, 1928, Francis Edwards died at Horton, N.Y. from pulmonary tuberculosis and epilepsy.
Eggler, Elsie	1918	I was called to Peakville on the 12th day of July, 1918 to investigate cause of Elsie Eggler, who had died without medical attendance. After making an investigation gave decision that her death was due to cancer.
Eggleston, Charles H.	1924	On March 5, 1924 was called to Sidney Center to view the body of Charles H. Eggleston. Found death due to gun shot wound of heart, self inflicted with suicidal intent.
Eldred, Louis	1928	On Marc. 5, 1928, I was advised by Dr. Axtell of Deposit that Louis Eldred of Delhi had been killed in an automobile accident at Cannonsville. I requested Dr. Axtell to go to the scene of the accident and take charge of the case. Later in the day at the request of the State Police I went to Deposit where the body of Eldred had been moved, and performed an autopsy on body, also took affidavits of the other members of the party. After doing so I decided that Raymond Sliter, driver of the car, could not be held criminally responsible for the accident.
Elliott, Joseph	1927	On Ma 21, 1927 I was called to Arena to investigate death of Joseph Elliott, aged about 70 years, and gave cause of death as due to angina pectoris.
Elliott, James	1918	On Jan. 30, 1918 was called to Colchester to investigate the death of James Elliott, who was found dead in the woods. Investigation showed death due to a log accidentally rolling across his neck.
Ellis, Martin	1906	On Mar. 21 and 22, 1906 made examination on the body. Found dead near Stiles Settlement in Deposit, under circumstances that rendered a decision on the part of the Coroner to the effect that he had been drinking and fell from his horse and was frozen.
Ellis, Orville	1910	On the 23rd day of March, 1910, I held an inquest upon the body of Orville Ellis, who was found dead near his home at Bedell, and found that he was killed by being struck by a tree which he was in the act of felling for firewood, and that death was accidental.
Emerich, William E.	1913	On Sept. 27, 1913, I was called to Peakville to investigate death of William E. Emerich, an infant. I found that said infant had died of convulsions. Nothing of value found on his body.
Emery, Anna	1920	On April 3, 1920, viewed the body of Alvira Anna Emery, aged 90 years, of Hancock, N.Y. Found death to have resulted naturally from old age and body infirmities. She had suffered two paralytic strokes with the past six years.
Ente, Lawrence	1924	On July 13, 1924, I viewed body of Lawrence Ente at Fleischmanns. In this case I was assisted by Dr. Fred D. Wilson and found death due to accidental drowning.
Evans, Nathan	1913	On the 30th day of June, 1913, I held an inquest upon the body of Nathan Evans, an eleven year old boy of Margaretville, and found that he was killed by the accidental discharge of a pistol in the hands of his brother while at play. Dr. J. W. Telford acted as coroner's physician.
Evans, John B.	1898	Of West Davenport. Inquest with jury held on Jan. 5& 6, 1898. The jurors who served were Wm. W. Morell; W. H. Gifford; Thos. A. Cooper; T. R. Oles; Herbert Byington; L. A. Rathbone; Chas. D. Morell; E. E. Hill; W. G. Miller; D. C. Daniels; Geo. Ball; F. E. Persons.
Evans, Josiah B.	1914	On Aug. 12, 1914, I held inquest on the body of Josiah B. Evans at Deposit, NY. I found that he had died from apoplexy. Nothing of value found on his body.
Fassano, Angelina	1923	On Sept. 28, 1923, I was called to Coe Hill in the Town of Meredith to view the remains of a child Angelina Fassano, who had died during the previous night. A decision of death from natural causes was rendered.
Felter, Charles	1921	On Jan. 16, 1921 called to Scotch Mountain, 2 ½ miles from Delhi, to view the remains of Charles Felter, an aged recluse, found dead in his cabin there. Verdict of death due to exposure to cold.
Ferguson, Delmar	1908	On the 14th of May, 1908 was called to view body of one Delmar Ferguson of Walton. Autopsy revealed that death was due to the administration of some corrosive poison at the hands of himself or some parties as yet unknown. Upon investigation and taking testimony was unable to ascertain whether poison was administered by his own hand or by parties as yet unknown. Nothing of value found on his person.
Fingundo, Harry	1913	On Nov. 22, 1912, I was called to Harvard, N.Y. to investigate the death of Harry Fingundo, who had died without medical attendance. After investigation I found that his death was caused by convulsions. Found no money or valuables on his body.
Fink, Arthur	1931	On May 1, 1931 I viewed the body of Arthur Fink and found death due to bullet wound of head done by his own hand with suicide intent. Dr. J. E. Safford acted as coroner's physician in this case.
Fireman, May E.	1921	Feb. 15, 1921 viewed the body of May E. Fireman and found death due to angina pectoris.
Fish, Jane	1900	Nothing found on the deceased.
Fisher, Herman	1936	On July 21, 1936, investigated death of Herman Fisher, 3001 88th Street, Jackson Heights, Staten Island, at Fleischmanns, N.Y. and found that he had died of coronary thrombosis.
Fisher, Gracia E.	1909	Gracia Fisher, Cadosia, NY had diphtheria three weeks before her death. While playing with other children a quarrel ensued and a boy aged 9 slapped her face and neck. the next day she could not swallow well and died, the following day. No mark of the slapping was apparent and I decided she died from just diphtheritic paralysis of throat and heart from excitement. I do not believe it could be proven that the slapping caused her death as such sudden deaths often happen after diphtheria. I therefore have not caused the arrest of the parties.
Fisher, Martha J.	1919	Oct. 3, 1919 viewed body of Martha Fisher and found death due to accidental drowning.
Fitch, Cora E.	1912	On Oct. 21, 1912 I was called to Shinhopple, NY to investigate the death of Cora E. Fitch, whose body had been found dead in bed. I found that she had died of heart disease. I found no money or other valuables on her body.
Fitch, George E.	1936	On June 29, 1936 was called to the home of George E. Fitch, Bob's Brook, Town of Walton, and found there Mr. Fitch lying dead. Investigation disclosed he was killed while sawing wood with a buzz saw, the buzz saw leaving the table and severing the body of said Fitch. The cause of death was certified as accidental death.
Fitzgerald, Peter	1907	On the 8th day of August, 1907, I viewed the body of Peter Fitzgerald, at Sidney, N.Y. Upon investigation found that he died of shock and hemorrhage due to car wheel passing over his body at a point just above the hips. At the time of the accident, he was engaged in repairing car on D & H tracks, being under the same when it pushed onto and over his body. Nothing of value found on his person, except a cheap watch, which was turned over to family.
Flower, Mary A.	1927	On Jan. 31, 1927, I viewed the body of Mary A. Flower, and found death due to intestinal cancer.
Fogg, Abbie L.	1927	On Jan. 10, 1927, I viewed the body of Abbie L. Fogg, and found death due to natural causes.
Folkerson, Asa	1918	On June 19, 1918 was called to Downsville to investigate cause of death of Asa Folkerson, whose body had been found dead and taking evidence gave decision that he had been accidentally killed.
Foreman, Virgil B.	1926	May 14, 1926, found death due to organic disease of heart and exposure.
France, William L.	1914	On Sept. 6,1914, I held inquest on the body of William L. France, at Walton, NY. I found that he had died from natural causes. Nothing of value found on his body.
Frazier, Mary	1936	On Sep. 15, 1936 was called to the home of Brinton Frazier. Found there the body of Mary Frazier, wife of Norris Frazier of Cannonsville, NY who had died while in a car riding on the road toward Franklin. This woman had been under treatment for heart disease by her physician at home and death was certified as from natural causes.
Freeman, Bert	1916	On Jan. 4, 1916, I held an inquest on the body of Bert Freeman at Hamden, NY, who died under peculiar circumstances. Found that death was due to acute indigestion. Nothing of value found on person.
French John	1924	On May 14, 1924, was called to Perkins pond near Apex to view the body of a recluse living there, known as French John. I found when I arrived there that his body was still in the lake. I spent most of the day directing the dragging of the lake and with the assistance of Game Inspector Bowen endeavored to raise the body with dynamite. This was unsuccessful but the body was recovered two days later. Accidental drowning was the cause of death.
Fridlund, Alfred J.	1900	Articles found cash $6.40 and 2 collar buttons. Turned over to Delaware Co. Trea.
Fuller, Charles W.	1912	On Aug. 12, 1912 I was called to Cooks Falls to investigate the death of Charles W. Fuller. I found his death was caused by suicide. Found no money or valuables on his body.
Fuller, Bert	1918	On Mar. 20, 1918 was called to Walton to view the body of Bert Fuller. Found death due to suicide by drinking carbolic acid.
Fuller, Arthur Leroy	1913	On May 30, 1913, I was called to Corbett, NY, by doctor Robert Brittain do investigate the death of Arthur Leroy Fuller. In this case did not find an inquest necessary.
Gable, William	1913	On Feb. 18, 1913 I was called to investigate death of William Gable at East Branch, NY, he having died without being attended by a physician. I found that he had died of pulmonary tuberculosis. Nothing found on his body.
Gaffeny, John	1916	On Sept. 20, 1916, I held an inquest on the body of John Gaffeny at Sidney, NY. Found that death was due to acute alcoholism.
Gager, Frank	1900	Nothing found on the deceased.
Gardner, George A.	1898	Of Oneonta. Inquest held without jury.
Gay, Jotham	1904	Found on the person of Jotham Gay, thirty cents in coin, which was delivered to his son.
Gear, Emmett	1924	On Oct. 27, 1924 was called to Granton to investigate the death of Emmett Gear. Found that he had burned to death in a burning house.
George, Lewis	1911	Inquest held. Found five cents, a nickle plated watch and a jack knife, delivered to his wife.
Georgia, Almon W.	1926	July 8, 1926, found death due to crushing of skull accidentally, which accident was caused by being run over by auto truck driven by Myrle Georgia, an uncle of the deceased.
Gifford, W. H.	1926	March 8, 1926, found death due to acute indigestion.
Gilday, Sarah M.	1927	On Feb. 22, 1927, Sarah M. Gilday, died on an O & W train while being transported from Pennsylvania to a hospital at Delhi, NY for operation. After conference with State Department and after investigation of the circumstances, a death certificate was issued.
Gill, Anthony	1926	On July 7th I was called to East Branch to view the body of Anthony Gill who had been struck by an O & W train at a grade crossing at that village. I found that Mr. Gill was the O & W watchman at the crossing in question and that he stepped from behind the "pick up" engine in front of engine No. 407, northbound. From the testimony obtained, I concluded that the engine man of engine No. 407 was powerless to prevent the accident, that he was in no way at fault, and that Mr. Gill came to his death through this own carelessness.
Gill, Fred	1907	Died at Cooks Falls, NY June 30th, 1907. He was drunk at the time and while walking along the street leaned against a picket fence and dropped his neck accidentally between the pickets and died from strangulation. All the evidence corroborated this. Nothing of value found on the body and no blame attached to anyone.
Gillett, Eli	1914	On Nov. 5, 1914, I held inquest on the body of Eli Gillett, near East Branch, NY. I made an investigation and found that he had died of Senile decay. Nothing of value found on his body.
Godfrey, Clifford	1920	On Aug. 17, 1920, called to Sidney to view remains of Clifford Godfrey, found beside the Ontario & Western railroad. An inquest was held and a verdict of suicide by shooting was given.
Goodrich, Orville	1913	R. B. Riggs, Justice of the Peace in the Town of Deposit, acting coroner in the matter of the death of Orville Goodrich on the 18th day of July, 1913. That he found on the person of said Goodrich sixty cents in money, one jack knife and one pair of cuff buttons. That the facts regarding the death of deceased as revealed by the inquest were duly filed with the Clerk of the County Court. That these statements are true. Property fond on the deceased were mailed to his widow in the City of Binghamton.
Gordon, Harry	1907	On July 5, 1907 I viewed the body of Harry Gordon lying dead at Kelly Corners and found that he came to his death from a depressed fracture of the skull. An Autopsy was made by Dr. John W. Telford. Said Harry Gordon having been thrown from a wagon which was struck by an automobile on the 23rd day of June, 1907. I did, on the 15th day of July following, hold an inquest in Crosbey's hall. Griffin Corners, and held the occupants of said automobile, namely W. H. Albro and John Granton of New York City, in the sum of $1,000.00 bail each, for their appearance before October Grand Jury. Nothing of value found on the body.
Goss, Marcia	1924	On July 25, 1924, I viewed the body of Marcia Goss, 4 years old, of Harpersfield, who was killed by being struck by automobile driven by Arthur Fink of Stamford. Upon the evidence of the mother of this child as well as that of eye witnesses to the accident it was clearly shown that the child ran directly in front of the automobile on the state highway, and that the accident was clearly the fault of the child and could not be avoided by the driver. (Transcribers note: On Sept. 7, 1923, Mr. Fink also involved in another automobile accident where Ella Colahan was killed. No charges were filed in that accident either. )
Graff, Marie	1910	On the12th day of March, 1910 I was called to view the body of Marie Graff at Sidney, N.Y. Upon investigation and also from autopsy of the aforesaid, found that death was due to alcoholism. Nothing of value found on her person, except an insurance policy of $158, given by the Prudential Insurance Company of America, also fifteen cents in money, all of which I turned over to the County Treasurer.
Graham, Charles	1919	On April 13, 1919 was called in the Town of Delhi to investigate the death of Charles Graham. Found death due to suicide by hanging himself in his barn. The deceased had showed signs of insanity for some months previous to his death.
Graham, Alexander	1901	Of Walton on May 12, 1901. Found no property.
Gransbury, Charles	1910	On the 16th day of July, 1910 I viewed the remains of the body of Charles Gransbury of Cleaver, who was cremated by the burning of his barn.
Grant, Leander	1897	Of Meredith. Inquest with no jury on Mar. 8,1897.
Grant, Charles	1929	On April 21, 1929 Charles Grant of Cadosia, N.Y. was instantly killed when he was run over by a train in the Cadosia yards. He being trespassing on railroad property at the time. Death certificate issued after an investigation.
Grant, Susan	1904	At Hancock, Nov. 1, 1904
Gray, Elgie	1916	On May 18, 1916, I was called by the District Attorney to the Town of Hamden to take the ante-mortem statement of Elgie Gray, who had shot herself with a rifle, apparently with suicidal intent. She admitted the wound was self inflicted.
Gray, Earl L.	1931	On Oct. 3, 1931 I was called three miles below Shavertown, NY to investigate the death of Earl L. Gray of Hamden, NY who had died at about 6 p.m. Oct. 2, 1931 in an automobile accident, his automobile turning over on him down a steep bank and gave cause of death suffocation (automobile accidental). Dr. Wakeman of Andes acted as Coroner's physician in this case.
Green, Ira	1918	Of Davenport. Died of natural causes.
Green, Andrew J.	1896	Nothing of value found, disposition to Wife and family. No other details.
Green, George W.	1923	On Nov. 23, 1923, I viewed the body of George W. Green of Davenport Center, and found death due to organic disease of heart.
Green, Adelbert	1922	On Sept. 28, 1922 was called to Hancock to investigate the finding of a badly decomposed body about two miles west of the village, the day previous. When I arrived I found that Justice Read had assumed charge of the body and of the inquest and had rendered a decision of death by suicide and directed the removal of the body, it being that of one Adelbert Green, formerly of Hancock but more recently of Binghamton. In leaving I suggested to Mr. Read that in the future, before acting as coroner, he should first communicate with one of the coroners of the county.
Green, Howard C.	1916	On Feb. 8, 1916, I held an inquest on the body of Howard C. Green of Sidney, NY who died suddenly unattended. Found that death was due to natural causes. Nothing of value was found on person.
Green, Claude	1906	On Mar. 8, 1906 visited Trout Brook and made an examination into the cause of death. Killed by the accidental discharge of a gun in his own hands.
Greene, Adelbert	1922	On Sep. 27, 1922 called and viewed the body of Adelbert Greene, age 68 years, discovered lying on the ground in the woods on the west mountainside, about one mile of Sands Creek. The body was badly decomposed and little remained but the skeleton. He had disappeared from his home near Binghamton, N.Y. the morning of Aug. 14, 1922 and had not thereafter been seen. Formerly he had resided on Sands Creek. I appointed Dr. Lester E. Woolsey as coroner's physician on this case. After full examination and inquisition and from the strips of his shirt tied together in a rope, found nearby, I rendered verdict that it is the opinion of both acting coroner and coroner's physician, that Adelbert Greene came to his death by suicide exact means unknown. His time card bearing his name was found in a pocket, making identification certain. Nothing else of value except a few pennies were found.
Gregory, Seymour	1925	Statement of inquisition held June 6, 1925, by L. S. Mallory, acting Coroner, and A. D. Johnston, attending physician, on the bodies of Seymour Gregory and Al Litts, who were killed June 5, 1925, when the milk truck on which they were riding was struck by an O & W train on the crossing at East Branch. The statement under oath of Conrad Kohler, engineer in charge of the train which hit the truck, that he observed all the signals when approaching the crossing, was corroborated by witnesses who affidavits are attached to this statement. On the body of Seymour, $85.46 found and given to May Gregory, his wife. On the body of Al Litts, 12 cents and two pocket knives, given to his son. Statement given by Dr. A.D. Johnston "A. D. Johnston being by me duly sworn, deposes and says that he resides at East Branch, County and State aforesaid, age 74 years, by occupation, physician, that on the morning of June 5, 1925, I have examined the body of Seymour Gregory and found the body nearly decapitated, top of head nearly gone. Both legs cut off and other injuries such as might have been received by being thrown under a train of cars and that the above injuries were sufficient to cause death." See further statements made under Al Litts.
Griffin, John	1898	June 3rd, 1898. Found 46 cents, paid over to his father.
Groath, Peter	1906	On Feb. 26, 1906 made examination as to cause of death. Death came by being run over by a train of cars on the N.Y. & E. R. railroad Co. and that no blame could be attached to his death. Found nothing of value on the body.
Grocondo, Edward	1919	On July 23, 1919 was called to investigate the death of Edward Grocondo in the Town of Colchester. Found death due to accidental drowning.
Guild, George E.	1924	On Dec. 1, 1923 was called to Mead Street, Walton, where George E. Guild had just been found dead on the street. Found death due to natural causes.
Gummon, Samuel	1907	On Nov.26, 1907 I visited the late residence of Samuel Gummon and made an examination into the cause of death of the said Gummon and found that he died of natural causes and that I employed Dr. Hitchcock to make a post mortem of the body and found from his testimony and that of others that he died as stated. Nothing of value was found on his body.
Hafele, Roy	1913	On Jan.29, 1913 I was called to Berry Brook, NY to investigate death of Roy Hafele, infant, who had died without medical attendance. I found death was due to premature birth. I found no money or valuables.
Haight, Ella	1908	On the 24th of May, 1908, was called to Sidney Centre to view the body of Ella Haight. Upon investigation and taking testimony found that the aforesaid came to her death by strangulation by suspending herself from a clothesline, one end of which was fastened about her neck and the other end to a beam in the barn. Nothing of value found on her person.
Hall, Derwin	1919	On Jan. 3, 1919 was called to the town of Hamden to investigate the death of Derwin Hall. Found he had taken his life by hanging himself with a rope in his barn.
Hall, George	1912	On June 30, 1912 I was called to Horton, N.Y. to investigate the death of George Hall. I found he had been accidentally killed by the cars while intoxicated. No money or other valuables found on his body.
Halliday, John	1913	On April 4, 1913, I was called to Peakville to investigate the death of John Halliday, who had been found dead by the side of the highway. After investigation I found that he had died of an epileptic seizure. No money or valuables found on his body.
Halmadge, John B.	1931	On Feb. 14, 1931 I viewed the body of John B. Halmadge and found death due to chronic Bright's disease.
Hammond, David	1919	On Oct. 14, 1919 was called to Bovina to investigate the death of David Hammond. Found death due to apoplexy.
Hammond, Edith	1937	Dr. J. F. Duell acted as coroner's physician
Hancock, Herman	1916	On Aug. 21, 1916, I was called to Sidney Center to hold inquest on the body of Herman Hancock, who died suddenly under peculiar circumstances. Found that death was due to acute indigestion.
Hanford, Charles	1926	Oct. 8, 1926, viewed the body and found death due to myocarditis.
Hanmer, Mrs. Abbie	1896	Of the Town of Andes on March 18 and 23, 1896 performed an inquest with jury.
Hanony, Karon	1906	On Jan. 19, 1906 made an examination on the body and found that death came by the cars at a point near Nichols' store and that there was no blame attached to any one. Nothing of value found on the body.
Hansom, Percy	1908	Percy Hanson, Fishs' Eddy, N.Y. died Sept. 16th, 1908. He and others had been drinking some and later had started for the quarry in a wagon where they worked. The wagon started on ahead of Hanson. He ran to catch it and on climbing into the seat fell backward dead. I decided he died of heart failure and that no blame was attached to anyone. Nothing of value found on his person.
Hanson, Claude	1936	On Dec.13, 1935, I investigated the death of Claude Hanson, Bovina Center, NY, age 23 years, at Margaretville Hospital of fracture of skull, fracture of femur and pelvis and intra abdominal hemorrhage cause by automobile collision.
Harloff, Joseph	1931	On Jan. 5, 1931 I was called to the home of Henry Osche, aged 75, in Roxbury, NY to investigate death of Dr. Joseph Harloff of Stamford, NY who had died while making a professional call at the farm of Ralph Eignor at about 7 a.m. and found that he had died of valvular disease of heart.
Hartwell, F. (child of)	1896	See Slater, Oscar J.
Hauley, Anna E.	1931	On Dec. 31, 1930 I was called to Fleischmanns, N.Y. to investigate the death of Mrs. Anna E. Hauley, wife of James Hauley and found that she had died at about 4 a.m. Dec. 30, 1930, during child birth of puerperal convulsions. Dr. E. E. Champlin of Fleischmanns acted as coroner's physician in this case.
Hauley, Child	1931	Still birth born to Mr. and Mrs. James Hauley, Dec. 30, 1930. I gave cause of death as strangulation. Dr. E. E. Champlin acted as coroner's physician in this case.
Hawley, Charles	1912	See report under Charles A. Tiffany
Hawver, Simon	1926	On November 9, 1925 I viewed body of Simon Hawver and found death due to acute heart dilatation.
Haynes, Harold Preston	1929	On Feb. 14, 1929, I was called to the home of William More, Grand Gorge, to investigate death of Harold Preston Haynes, aged 5 months, 25 days, who had died without medical attention and gave cause of death as pneumonia (Bronchial).
Haynes, Revillow	1910	On March 13, 1910 I held an inquest upon the body of Revillow Haynes, at his home in Mill Brook, and found that while he was returning to his home with a load of hay from Arena, the wagon skidded on the ice and was overturned into the brook, the load of hay falling on top of him and causing his death by drowning.
Hayward, Howard	1937	Dr. Artis of Davenport acted as coroner's physician.
Henderson, R. Ward	1936	On May 11, 1936 was called to the home of R. Ward Henderson, Granton, NY and found there the body of Mr. Henderson lying dead and from the history and the circumstances surrounding his death I was convinced that his death was due to illness and natural causes. There being some question, on the part of his relatives and heirs, of neglect or foul play and at the request of his relatives an autopsy was performed on the 13th of May on the body of said Henderson and cause of death was found to have been from illness.
Henderson, John	1929	On Sept. 21, 1929 I viewed the body of John Henderson and found death due to organic disease of heart.
Hendry, Frank and Ana	1900	Nothing found on the deceased.
Herr, Amelia	1924	On Sept. 10, 1924, was called to Sidney to view the remains of Amelia Herr of Lebanon, Pennsylvania, who had been found dead beside the south bound D & H tracks early that morning. Investigation revealed that she had been aboard south bound train 308 due at Sidney about 7:30 p.m. the before and that she had been missed from the train after leaving Sidney. Further evidence gotten from parties in Bloomville, where she had been teaching and from train and station employees at Oneonta where she boarded the train, demonstrated that she was irrational and there being no evidence of foul play I returned a verdict that death was due to suicide while in a fit of despondency.
Hewett, Guy	1914	On June 11, 1914, I was called to view the body of Guy Hewett, who was found in the Susquehanna River, who was drowned while trying to save life of Raymond Hughes. $6.00 and a gold watch was found on his person, which I turned over to his father and a receipt was taken for same.
Hibbler, Andrew	1913	On March 11, 1913, I was called to Horton, NY, to investigate the death of Andrew Hibbler. Found after investigation that he was intoxicated and was struck by an O & W railroad train while on the railroad tracks and died. No blame attached to said Railroad company. I found on this body $20.00 which was paid to the wife of said Hibbler.
Hibbler, Mary	1913	On Dec. 29, 1912 was called to Horton, NY to investigate death of Mary Hibbler, who had died without being attended by a physician. Found after investigation death was caused by pneumonia. Found no money or valuables on her body.
Hibbler, Michael	1913	On Sept.29, 1913, I was called to Colchester to investigate the death of Michael Hibbler, a child, who had been killed at that place. I found that said child had been accidentally killed by a tree falling upon him. Nothing of any value found on his body.
Hilliker, Jason	1937	Dr. W. H. F. Newman of Stamford acted as coroner
Hinkley, Frank	1906	Found thirty cents in coin which was delivered to the widow of the deceased.
Hoag, Mrs. Charles	1914	On April 18, 1914, I was called to Hobart by Dr. G. L. Hubbell, to investigate the death of Mrs. Charles Hoag. After the investigation I decided that death was due to organic disease of the heart. Nothing of value was found on the body. Drs. G. L. Hubbell and W. S.
Hoagland, Edward M.	1929	On Sept. 30, 1929 I viewed the body of Edward M. Hoagland and found death due to organic disease of heart.
Hobbie, Joshua	1922	On July 25, 1922 was called to the home of Joshua Hobbie in Bovina to view the remains of said Mr. Hobbie, who had been found dead in bed. I gave as my decision as caused of death apoplexy.
Hodges, Gordon	1912	On March 14, 1912, I was called to Sidney Center to view the body of Gordon Hodges, who committed suicide by hanging. Nothing of value found on person.
Hollenbeck, Hulda	1931	On Sept. 9, 1931 I was called to Arkville, NY to investigate death of Mrs. Hulda C. Hollenbeck and found that she had died at about 1 p.m. of heart disease following an attack of acute indigestion.
Holmes, Charles	1924	On Sept. 1, 1924, I viewed the body of Charles Holmes of West Davenport and found death due to acute indigestion.
Holmes, Doris B.	1928	On June 10, 1928 was called to home of Doris B. Holmes, who had died from acute dilatation of heart.
Holmes, Charles H.	1898	Of West Davenport. Inquest held without jury.
Hood, Mrs. Earnest	1919	On July 29, 1919 was called to Walton to investigate the death of Mrs. Earnest Hood who was killed in an auto accident. Held inquest with District Attorney and found her death was the result of careless driving on the part of the owner of the car.
Hornbeck, William F.	1928	On June 10, 1928, William F. Hornbeck died suddenly of cerebral embolism at his home in Hancock, N.Y.
Horton, Otis	1918	On June 27, 1918 was called to Horton to investigate cause of death of Otis Horton, who had died in the road near that place. After investigating the circumstances attending his death, I made a decision that his death was due to heart disease.
Hotaling, George	1936	On Jan. 9, 1936, investigated death of Jacob Gavett, Shavertown, N.Y. who died in Margaretville Hospital of fractured skull, the result of an automobile accident.
Hotchkiss, Harriet	1921	On Jan. 10, 1921 viewed the body of Harriet Hotchkiss and found death due to strangulation with suicidal intent.
Houghtaling, Elias	1921	On June 11, 1921 called to Masonville to view the remains of Elias Houghtaling, a farmer of that place, who had been found dead in bed. After conducting an investigation a verdict death due to Angina pectoris was given.
Howard, Ira	1924	On Sept. 3, 1924 was called to Cooks Falls to investigate the death of Ira Howard, who was found dead in the woods. Found death was due to cutting throat with suicidal intent.
Howard, William	1897	Of Colchester. Inquest with no jury on Mar.3, 1897.
Howard, Charles	1909	Of Cooks Falls, NY on Dec. 15, 1908. Evidence showed that he had heart trouble for several years and was apparently as well as usual at the time, when he suddenly became faint and collapsed. I therefore decided he died from heart trouble. Nothing of value was found on his person.
Howland, Grace	1931	On May 1, 1931 I was called about two miles below Margaretville, NY to investigate the death of Miss Grace Howland of Hamden, NY and found that she had been killed at about 7:45 p.m. in an automobile accident while riding in an automobile driven by her father which collided with an automobile driven by John Lakin. I gave cause of death due to fracture of skull. (Accidental automobile collision)
Hoyt, Max	1912	On 26th day of Dec., 1911, I was called to view the body of Max Hoyt, an infant, who was found dead in bed. Found death due from natural causes. Nothing of value found on person.
Hubbard, George R.	1914	On Jan. 10, 1914, I held an inquest on the body of George R. Hubbard and found that he had been killed by the explosion of a boiler which he and another were trying to repair near Shavertown, NY. Nothing of value found on his body.
Hubble, Wheeler	1909	Aug. 16, 1909, Mr. Wheeler Hubble, of Fish's Eddy, N.Y., started to drive some calves to French Woods, N.Y. He was found dead on the road. Evidence showed that he was seen a short distance f rom the place of death and only five minutes before. Coat was still over his arm and rope in his hand. I therefore decided he died of heart failure. Nothing of value found on his body.
Huber, Albert	1925	On Dec. 8, 1925 was called to view the remains of Albert Huber of Delhi, who had dropped dead the evening before while walking on Meredith Street, in the Village of Delhi. I found that he had died from natural causes, apoplexy.
Hughes, Grant	1926	June 26, 1926 at there request of the District Attorney, I went to Sidney and held an inquest into the death of Grant Hughes, who had been killed on May 22, by falling from a water tower that he was helping to construct. Found some negligence on the part of the foreman, but did not advise further action.
Hughes, Raymond	1914	On June 12, 1914, I was called to view the body of Raymond Hughes, who was accidentally drowned in the Susquehanna River, while bathing. Nothing was found on his body.
Hulburt, Arnold	1916	On May 14th, 1916 I was called to Masonville to hold an inquest on the body of Arnold Hulburt, Infant, found dead in bed. Death was due to natural causes.
Hunt, Benjamin C.	1913	On the 26th day of May, 1913, I held an inquest upon the body of Benjamin C. Hunt, of Mill Brook, an old man, who was found dead in the road, and found death to be due to natural causes, namely, organic heart disease.
Hurlbert, John	1896	Of the Town of Stamford, on Oct. 19, 1896 performed an inquest with jury.
Huyck, Martin	1909	On the 23rd day of August, 1909, coroner viewed the body of Martin Huyck at Dry Brook, NY. Forty-five years of age. Found the aforesaid lying on face with razor in right had, left hand folded under body. Found the aforesaid in the cow stable on aforesaid's premises. There was a deep laceration of the throat. The laceration extending from ear to ear and severing all of the large arteries of the neck. Upon investigation found that the aforesaid came to his death by his own hand severing the arteries of the neck with a razor. Nothing of value found on his person.
Inman, Ira	1914	On Jan. 19, 1914, I held inquest on the body of Ira Inman at Hancock, NY. Found that he had been suffocated by smoke caused by the burning of building in which he lived. Nothing of value found on his body.
Irvine, John	1918	On Jan. 1, 1918 was called to Bovina to view the body of John Irvine. Found death due to taking his own life by hanging himself in his barn.
Ives, Florence	1928	On July 16, 1928, I was called to home of Abram Reed in Roxbury to investigate the death of Mrs. Florence Ives, who was found dead in bed. Gave cause of death as due to heart disease.
Izzo, Antonio	1908	Antonio Izzo, Cadosia, N.Y. died Aug. 17th, 1908 from a gun shot wound of back and bowels probably inflicted by either Domonic Caporosa or Demar Pulvier who were with him at the time. These three persons were walking over Hawks Mountain towards Hancock. N.Y. at about 9 p.m. Eight or ten reports of shots were heard and Izzo ran back to the house of Henry Carner and said he was shot. I went immediately and took his anti-mortem statement. All he would say was that Caporosa shot him without any reason and that he was not armed or did any shooting. He probably lied as I found a No. 38 Cal. revolver in his right hand coat pocket with four recently discharged cartridges. Warrants were issued immediately for the apprehension of Caporosa and Pulvier but they have not been apprehended to date. Izzo died six hours after the shooting and on post mortem eleven punctures were found in the bowels and the ball was lodged in the abdomen above the bladder. I still have the revolver and ball, holding it as evidence incase of arrest of parties. Nothing else of value was found on the body and I decided that he came to his death by a gun shot wound inflicted by either Caporosa or Pulvier.
Jackson, W. C.	1910	Inquest held. Found $19.42, gold watch and chain. Delivered to J. C. McMurdy and receipt taken for the same.
Jackson, John	1928	On June 21, 1928, I was called to investigate death, at Hallcottville, of John Jackson, Kingston, NY, who was attending funeral in Old School Baptist Church, and died suddenly while being taken out of Church. Gave cause of death as due to chronic valvular heart disease.
Jaquish, Thomas	1913	On the 30th day of July, 1913, I held an inquest upon the body of Thomas Jaquish of Halcottsville, and found that he committed suicide by cutting his throat with a mowing machine knife while in a mentally deranged condition. Drs. J.A. Gaul and C. S. Allaben acted as coroner's physician.
Jay, Howard	1910	On the 9th day of March, 1910 I was called to Deposit to view the body of Howard Jay. Upon investigation found that death was due to drowning by being pushed from a bridge into the river, by a dog, with which he was playing.
Jefsen, John	1919	On Oct. 1, 1919 was called to the Edgerton Hotel to investigate the death of John Jefsen, an agent found dead in bed. After holding an inquest and autopsy we found death due to acute indigestion.
Johnson, Chester	1923	On Dec. 6, 1922, I was called to Fleischmanns to view with Dr. Wilson, the body of Chester Johnson, whose lifeless body was found that day in his bed, he having died during the night. We performed an autopsy sending stomach and contents to laboratory for analysis and on December 14, 1922, I held an inquest in the Village of Fleischmanns, assisted by the District Attorney. I rendered a verdict of death due to acute alcoholism.
Johnson, Lydia	1923	On Feb. 9, 1923, I was called to Bovina Center to view the remains of Lydia Johnson, who had been found that morning in her attic with her throat cut. The decision was that of suicidal death.
Johnson, Abe	1922	Killed in train wreck. See details under William Lafferty.
Johnson, McKinley	1921	On Nov. 15, 1921, called by S. J. Whitaker, Erie railroad agent to view the mangled remains of young, colored man, aged about 20 years, discovered lying along side the Erie railroad tracks about one mile east of Hancock station. On Nov. 16, 1921, after examination of the body and taking evidence I rendered verdict that the said deceased, McKlinley Johnson, colored, came to his death accidentally by being killed by an Erie railroad train at a point about one mile east of Hancock station, about 4 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 15, 1921. There were no valuables. His mother, Mrs. Olive Johnson, of Pace, Florida, was communicated with.
Jones, John	1908	John Jones, Gulf Summit, N.Y., found mangled and dead on the Erie R. R. tracks at Hancock, N.Y., Jan. 17th, 1908. No evidence other than the cars as to cause of death. Supposed that he was riding on a freight car and fell off under the cars. Nothing of value found on his person and no blame attached to anyone.
Kane, Margaret	1907	Of Long Eddy. Died suddenly Jan. 5, 1907 while sitting by the stove; sister and hired man present; had had Bright's disease for a long time and died from heart failure. Nothing of value found on her person. No blame attached to any one.
Kearn, Jacob	1896	Of the Town of Walton, on March 19and 24, 1896 performed an inquest with jury.
Keator, George	1906	Found nothing of importance. Turned over to his wife.
Keator, George	1911	On Sept. 19, 1911, I was called to view the body of George Keator, residing near Franklin Village, who was killed by the blast of a dynamite cartridge while blasting rock. Five dollars in currency and a gold watch was found on his person, which were turned over to the County Treasurer.
Kellern, Boyd	1918	On Nov. 21, 1917 was called to Harvard to investigate the cause of death of Boyd Kellern, who had died without medical attention. After making an investigation of the circumstances attending his death, I gave a decision that his death was caused by croup.
Kelly, John	1907	On Mar. 29, 1907, I made an examination as to cause of death of John Kelly who lay dead at Griffin Corners and found that he came to his death from a pistol ball wound in the right temple inflicted by himself with suicidal intent. An autopsy was made by Dr. Elwin Champlin as coroner's physician. Found on the body, one gold watch and $1.76, turned over to wife as Administratrix.
Kenyon, James	1928	On June 24, 1928 was called to home of James Kenyon, who had died from natural causes.
Kilberger, Josephine	1923	On May 5, 1923, I viewed the body of Josephine Kilberger of Meridale and found death due to valvular disease of the heart.
Kilmer, Eugene	1908	On Feb. 27, 1908 was ordered by District Attorney to view body of Eugene Kilmer and perform an autopsy, which I did Feb. 28th, being assisted by Drs. Morrow and Smith. The result of the autopsy proved conclusively that he came to his death by reason of external violence, which violence was inflicted by some person or persons unknown to me. Nothing of value was found on his person. Another entry made later on in the book states: Eugene Kilmer, Harvard, N.Y. died Feb. 21st. I called Dr. A.D. Johnston on the case with me. Rumor had it that he had been maltreated and died from the result of his injuries. Evidence and examination of the body failed to corroborate this view. We therefore decided that he died from heart failure due to acute intoxication and physical abuse. Later the District Attorney held an investigation under the local coroner, Dr. Alexander Hand. Mr. Neish will probably report further as he may think best. However, we still believe the man died as above stated and attach no blame to anyone without more evidence. Nothing of value found on his person.
Kilmer, Eugene	1926	Oct. 13, 1926 was called to Baxter Brook in the Town of Walton to investigate the death of Eugene Kilmer, a child who had died suddenly without medical attendance. Found death due to natural causes.
Kinch, Nathan	1928	Of Walton, NY was killed on Kerr's Creek road in the Town of Walton, on the night of May 11th, 1928, when a car which he was driving apparently at a high rate of speed, left the road on a curve and overturned, resulting in his receiving a broken neck which caused instant death.
Kinch, LaMonte	1929	On April 15, 1929 LaMonte Kinch, of Walton, N.Y., was killed at Cadosia, N.Y. during a sleet storm when he lost his footing and fell from the top of a moving freight train in the railroad yards of the N. Y. O. &W. R. R. Inquest held and death certificate issued.
Kinch, Ralph	1908	On the26th day of June, 1908wascalled to Sidney to view body of Ralph Kinch who was drowned in the Susquehanna River on the 21st day of March,1908. Upon investigation and taking testimony found that drowning was accidental due to capsizing of boat in which the aforesaid was at the time of capsizing. Nothing of value was found on his person.
Kingsley, Blanche L.	1923	On Nov. 5, 1923, I viewed body of Blanche L. Kingsley of Gilboa, who was found dead in bed at home of her brother, Ward Hoagland, of Davenport. Found death due to organic disease of heart.
Kinney, Mary	1927	On Oct. 10, 1927 Mary Kinney, residing at Hancock, N.Y. died after a long illness. He, not having been called within a couple of weeks to attend her, her physician refused to sign the death certificate and it was referred to your Coroner, who upon investigation promptly issued one.
Kittle, Sherman	1896	Nothing found. No other details.
Klein, Phillip	1910	See report on John Burke
Kleingartner, Julia	1918	I was called to Peakville on the20 day of October 1918 to investigate cause of death of Julia Kleingartner, who died suddenly before medical attendance could be procured. After an examination of the circumstances attending her death I gave a decision that her death was due to heart and kidney disease.
Klengardner, Arthur	1913	On July 27, 1913, I was called to Readburn, NY to investigate death of Arthur Klengardner, an infant, who had died without medical attendance. I found that infant had died of cholera infantum. Nothing found on the body.
Klose, Edgar	1916	On October 13, 1916, I was called to the Ouleout to view the body of Edgar Klose. Found that death was due to apoplexy.
Knight, Charles	1913	On Dec. 12, 1912 I was called to Stockport, NY to investigate the death of Charles Knight, who had been found dead. I found that he died of senile decay. No money or valuables of any kind found on his body.
Lafferty, William	1922	On May 26, 1922 I was called to the scene of a railroad wreck on the Ulster and Delaware Railroad one mile east of Grand Gorge Station. There were six workmen killed instantly. William Lafferty, Fred Borst, Floyd Chase, Fred Louden, Ora Worth and Abe Johnson. The wreck was carefully investigated and on May31, 1922 assisted by District Attorney O'Connor, held a joint inquest at Hobart, NY at the conclusion of which I gave my decision that the deaths of these men were accidental and occurred in the railroad wreck referred to above, and that said wreck was caused by the misinterpretation of the orders by the crew of one of the trains involve, namely Extra Work Train No. 21.
Lake, Delbert	1924	On May 3, 1924, I viewed body of Delbert Lake of East Meredith and found death due to acute indigestion.
Lakin, Frank	1927	On Aug.29,1927, Frank Lakin jumped or fell from vehicular bridge across East Branch of the Delaware River in the Village of Hancock and was drowned. From the evidence given by witnesses and the circumstances surrounding the case, a verdict of suicide by drowning was given.
Lasher, Edward C.	1931	On Oct. 23, 1931 I investigated death of Edward C. Lasher at Fleischmanns, NY age 78 years, who was found dead in bed and gave cause of death chronic heart disease, due to arterio-sclerosis.
Lathan, Jay	1931	On Dec. 27, 1931 I viewed the body of Jay Lathan who was struck by auto and found dead due to internal injuries. Dr. Ed. Parish acted as coroner's physician in this case.
Launt, Mrs.	1897	Of Hamden. Inquest with no jury on Aug. 12, 1897.
Layman, Irma	1919	On Jan. 3, 1919 viewed the body of Irma Layman and found death due to premature labor, as a result of influenza.
Lee, Loyde G.	1907	Of Deposit, NY found mangled and dead along the Erie railroad tracks below Hancock, NY, April 21, 1907. Evidence of Harry R. Barlow, a companion, showed that he was stealing a ride on the train and he jumping off the moving trains was run over. Nothing of value found on the body and no blame attached to anyone.
Lee, Rufus	1918	Killed accidentally by team running.
Leroy, Walter	1912	On Dec. 4, 1911 held inquest on the body of Walter Leroy of Horton, who died suddenly without the attendance of a physician. I found that he died of cerebral hemorrhage. I found no money or valuables on his body.
Lewis, Donald	1919	On July 18, 1919 was called to Hamden to investigate the death of Donald Lewis who was killed while alighting from a truck. Held an inquest and found death due to fractured skull. The driver of the truck was exonerated.
Lilly, Raymond	1913	On June 23, 1913, I was called to Apex to investigate death of Raymond Lilly, who had been killed at that place. I found that his death was caused by a wagon overturning, in which he was riding and falling upon him and that the pressure of said wagon caused his death. Nothing of any value found on his body.
Liquori, Franvis	1919	On Oct. 18, 1918 was called to investigate the death of Franvis Liquori at Walton. Found death due to accidental drowning. This case was inadvertently omitted in last year's report.
Litts, Al	1925	Statement of inquisition held June 6, 1925, by L. S. Mallory, acting Coroner, and A. D. Johnston, attending physician, on the bodies of Seymour Gregory and Al Litts, who were Killed June 5, 1925, when the milk truck on which they were riding was struck by an O & W train on the crossing at East Branch. The statement under oath of Conrad Kohler, engineer in charge of the train which hit the truck, that he observed all the signals when approaching the crossing, was corroborated by witnesses who affidavits are attached to this statement. On the body of Seymour, $85.46 found and given to May Gregory, his wife. On the body of Al Litts, 12 cents and two pocket knives, given to his son. Statement by A. D. Johnston "A. D. Johnston, being by me duly sworn deposes and says that he resides at East Branch, County and State aforesaid, age 74 years, by occupation, physician, that on the morning of June 5, 1925, I have examined the body of A. Litts and found skull badly fractured and other bruises sufficient to cause death and said injuries were such as would be received in a railroad collision." Statement of J. Dwight Wood "-- that he resides at East Branch, County and State aforesaid, age 42 years, by occupation, signal- maintainer, that on the morning of June 5, 1925, I was standing in front of the depot. I heard No. 32 coming and the signals attracted my attention. I observed the regular signals given. I saw the collision, and I was within 250 feet of same. I heard the train blow for crossings at place of collision. I saw the truck approaching crossing at moderate speed and then the truck was on north bound tract and increased speed. Collision occurred immediately." Affidavit of Conrad Kohler "----he resides at Roscoe, State aforesaid, age 48 years, by occupation, engineer, that on the morning of June 5, 1925, at about 7:12 a.m., I was engineer on train32 approaching East Branch. I gave the regular whistling signal and crossing signal at signal post started the bell ringer at the same time Started to blow the whistle the second time about opposite the excelsior mill. After I blew my whistle the next thing I felt the collision and there was nothing on the track before the collision. Engineer states that he gave two (2) distinct crossing signals.
Litts, Al (continued)	1925	Affidavit of John B. Williams "---- he resides at East Branch, County and State aforesaid, age 37 years, by occupation, merchant; that on the morning of June 5, 1925, I was standing on porch in front of my store fixing screen door. Heard the crash, looked around and saw the truck in the air. I ran toward the truck and met Harry Houck coming toward the hotel holding on to his arm. I asked him if he was hurt. He replied that he did not know but Seymour Gregory and Al Litts were both killed. I went around on the other side of the truck and saw the bodies lying beside the track. I heard the whistle for the crossing and another immediately before the crash." Affidavit of Guy Lewis "---- resides at East Branch, County and State aforesaid, age 31 years, by occupation. R. R. clerk; that on the morning of June 5, 1925, I was near shanty where J. D. Wood keeps motor car. I was on north bound track and I heard whistle blow, looking up to see what train it was. I saw train first. Immediately saw truck approaching crossing and next I saw was milk and cans going. I heard whistle blow for crossing." Affidavit of A. L. Rampe " -------- resides at East Branch,--, age 28 years, by occupation, hotel keeper; that on the morning of June 5, 1925, I was with my wife in rear of hotel working in my garden and I heard whistle blow for both crossings, and I saw truck approaching railroad crossing and it looked to me as if truck drive tried to stop and he saw he was going to get hit and it looked as if he gave it the gas. Next think I saw was cans flying. I ran around hotel and the first man I saw was the truck driver." Affidavit of Harry Houck "-- resides at Hancock, age 31, by occupation, farmer; that on the morning of June 25, 1925 at about -- a.m., I was approaching rail road crossing with truck partly loaded with milk. There was no watchman at crossing. I didn't hear the whistle or didn't see the train until after I passed watchman's shanty. I tried to stop and I say I was on the track and I gave it the gas and the next I knew the engine struck my truck. Mr. Litts got on my truck at my home and he sat on the seat with me leaving my home and on arriving at Seymour Gregory's house he let Mr. Gregory have his seat and he sat on the milk cans on rear of truck."
Lombard, William	1898	Of Meridale. Inquest with jury held on May 10, 1898. The jurors who served were Adelbert Holmes; J. V. Terry; W. C. Shackelton; A. J. Benedict; Alex. Lawson; Jefferson Rockafellow. A sum of 52 cents and one knife found on his person. Delivered to his son-in-law, John Anderson.
Long, Charles	1914	On the 26th day of December, 1913, I held an inquest upon the body of Charles Long, an aged man, who died suddenly at his home near Arkville, and found that death was due to natural causes, namely heart disease.
Lord, Adeline	1908	Adeline Lord, Readburn, N.Y. died May 9th, 1908. Evidence showed that she was 81 years old and walked about three miles a few days before. That she had chills and fever and pain in her lungs. No physician was employed I decided that she died from pneumonia and that no blame was attached to anyone, except that she should have had a physician. Nothing of value found on her person.
Louden, Fred	1922	Killed in train wreck. See details under William Lafferty.
Love, Jane	1918	On June 21, 1918 was called to Walton to hold an inquest on the body of Jane Love, who was killed in an automobile accident. Found death due to the auto n which she was riding colliding with an auto driven by one Vere Lakin. In my verdict I censured Lakin for careless driving.
Lyon, James	1906	On July 31, 1906 made examination as to the death of James Lyon, a resident of Deposit and rendered a decision that he came to his death from heart disease. A post mortem examination was made by H. W. Wilcox.
Mabey, Flora	1909	On Feb. 3, 1909 held an inquest upon the body of Flora Mabey, who was found dead in her bed at her home near Grand Gorge, and found that death was due to natural causes. Dr. R. S. Moscrip acted as Coroner's physician, performing an autopsy. Nothing of value was found on the body.
Mace, Elihu	1925	On Jan. 5, 1925 was called to view the remains of Elihu P. Mace who had been found dead in his bed at his home in Delhi. I found that death was due to natural cause.
Mackey, Elias	1918	On Jan. 2, 1918 was called to Burnwood to investigate cause of death of Elias Mackey, who had been found dead in bed. After making an investigation, gave a decision that he had died of heart disease.
Mackey, William	1921	On Sept. 2, 1921 viewed body of William Mackey and was assisted by Dr. H. P. Hubbell in making post mortem examination and found death due to gunshot wound self inflicted with suicidal intent.
Macomb, Henry	1897	Of Delhi. Inquest held Jan. 15 and 16, 1897. Jurors who served were Jno. C. Stoddart; John F. VanDerCook; Wallace B. Gleason; Marshall Mitchell; Jas. Middlemast; Chas. W. Graham; Arthur G. Frisbee; M.D. Sears; W. H. Phyle; W. I. Mason; Adam Scott. The sum of $2.67 was found on the person.
Mahal, John	1906	April 7, 1906 was struck by the cars at Peakville, Delaware County. There was no evidence to show that any one was to blame.
Mahoney, Thomas	1913	On July 16, 1913, I was called to Deposit, NY, to view the body of a person found dead which body was badly decomposed. After investigation I found that this was the body of Thomas Mahoney, and that his death was caused by falling from the top of a box railroad car. No money or valuables found on his body.
Mann, Almiron	1916	On Nov. 8, 1916, I was called to Franklin to hold an inquest on the body of Almiron Mann, who was found dead in Ouleout Creek. Death was due to drowning by his own act.
Markley, John	1909	On Sept.4th, 1909 viewed the body at East Sidney, NY, who was found lying in field with life extinct. On investigation, found that death was due to cerebral hemorrhage. Found $41.03 on his person, which was turned over to the County Treasurer.
Martin, Robert	1919	On June 13, 1919 was called to investigate the death of Robert Martin, a child, found drowned in Delhi village. Found death due to accidental drowning.
Mason, George W.	1923	On March 28, 1923, I was called to hold an inquest over the body of George W. Mason, at Sidney. He had been killed in a railroad wreck at Maywood, N.Y. on the N.Y.O. & W. Railroad, March 24, 1923. My decision was that Mason came to his death by being crushed between two cars of extra train 161, of which he was trainman, and which train was rammed head on by train No. 56. The wreck was caused by the engine man of No. 56 failing to obey his running orders and take the siding at Niles' switch.
Maxim, James	1927	On Mar. 29, 1927, I was called to Fleischmanns to investigate death of James Max