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Ernst L. Kammrath - (abstract of will) Utica N.Y. Surrogate's Office
Last Will and Testament of Ernst L. Kammrath
As the time will come when God Almighty will call me from this world,I the undersigned E.L.Kammrath will make and publish the following as my last will and testament and I hereby revoke any other or former will and testament I have made.
1/-I hereby authorize and empower my beloved wife Josephine Kammrath as sole executrix of all my property,real and financial.
2/-I direct her to pay after my death all my just debts of funeral expenses.
3/-I give to my beloved wife the right to the use of all that I possess as long as she shall live.She shall have the interests of the money which I have in the New Banking House in 162-164 Genesee St. I give thereon the bank book to her,and give her the right to draw money from the capital money when she does need it.I also give her the right to take possession of any property or money which should come to me after my death. The bank book which my wife shall have in possession has the number 29992.
4/-After the death of my beloved wife,the remainder or the rest of what my wife needed during her life shall be divided in equal parts to my three children,Carl Fried. Ernst, Louisa Ernestine,and Auguste Kammrath or their heirs. I truly certify that I was in sound mind when I made this my last will and testament.
Ernst Ludwig Kammrath his mark x
Witness; Joseph Fass 33 Schuyler St. Utica,N.Y. J.Oliv Lichetaburg 142 Columbia St. Utica,N.Y.
State of New York County of Oneida Surrogate's Office
Be it remembered that on the 4th. Day of October 1897 at a Surrogate's Court,held in and for the County of Oneida,the witted  Last Will and Testament of Ernst Kammrath late of the city of Utica in said county,deceased,was upon due proof admitted to probate as a will valid to pass real and personal property.
In Testimony Whereof,I have hereunto set my hand,and affix the seal of said Court;at the City of Utica on this 4th. Day of October A.D. 1897.
F.M. Golden  Surrogate.
Floyd R. Cmela



Last Will and Testament of Josephine Kammrad
abstract of will-Utica,Ny. Oneida Co.
Submitter: Floyd R. Cmela
In the name of God,Amen.I Josephine Kammrad of the city of Utica county of Oneida and the state of New York,being of sound mind and memory and considering the uncertainity of this life,do therefore make,publish and declare this to be my last will and testament,that is to say.
First-After all my lawful debts are paid and dischared I give and bequeath all of my personal property of every means and nature as follows.
First- That my executor hereinafter named shall buy a coffin for not less than $100.00.
2nd.-pay $50.00 on a lot in Forest Hill Cemetery.
3rd.-and to pay $50.00 for a head stone for me.
4th.- I give to my daughter all of my household furniture now in her possession and $300.00 in payment for my board,lodging and care for 5 years past.All the rest and remainder of my personal- I give and bequeath to my three children, Augusta Beyer,Louisa Schmidt and Charles Kammrad in equal shares to share and share alike.
Likewise I make,constitute, and appoint my daughter Augusta Beyer of Utica,N.Y. the executrix of this my last will and testament hereby revoking all former wills by me made.In witness thereof,I designate subscribed my name and affix my seal,the third day of September in the year one thousand eight hundred and ninety seven.
Josephine Kammrad   Les.
her mark x
The above instrument consisting of our sheet-was made at the date thereof subscribed by Josephine Kammrad the testatrix named in the foregoing will,in the presence of us and each of us,on request of said executrix made in her presence and in the presence of each other sign our names as witness hereto at the end of this will.
John J. Klein residing at 334 Jay St. Utica,N.Y. John Neagle residing at 113 Jay St. Utica,N.Y.
State of New York County of Oneida Surrogate's office
Be it remembered that on the 4th. Day of October 1897,at a Surrogate's Court,held in and for the County of Oneida,the within Last Will and Testament of Josephine kammrad late of the city of Utica in said county,deceased,was upon proof admitted to probate as a will to pass out real and personal property.
In Testimony Whereof, I hereunto set my hand and affix the Seal of Said Court;at the City of Utica on the 4th. Day of october A.D. 1897
Surrogate, F.M. Golden
Floyd R. Cmela


George Keech of Western
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GEORGE KEECH Last Will & Testament
I George Keech of the Town of Western County of Oneida & State of New York being of sound mind & memory do make publish & declare this my last Will & Testament in manner following, that is to say:
First: I give & bequeath to my daughter Marriet Putnam wife of John Putnam the sum of Three Hundred Dollars to be paid within one year after my decease.
Second: I give & bequeath to my daughter Sarah Plato wife of Israel T Plato the sum of Three Hundred Dollars to be paid within one year after my decease.
Third: I give & bequeath to my daughter Patience Lodelia Keech wife of George Keech 2nd the sum of Three Hundred Dollars to be paid within one year after my decease.
Fourth: I give and bequeath to my daughter Clarissa Gue wive of Jerome V Gue the sum of Three Hundred Dollars to be paid within one year after my decease.
Fifth: I give & bequeath to my grand son Sandford Keech son of my daughter Sarah Plato the sum of Five Hundred Dollars to be paid to him on his becoming of the age of twenty one years.
And Lastly I give & bequeath to my wife Rebecca Keech all the rest residue & remainder of my real & Personal estate goods chattels of what nature or kind soever during her natural life & after her decease to be equally divided between my said daughters they to share and share alike. And I do hereby appoint Jerome V Gue & George Keech 2nd executors to this my last Will & Testament hereby revoking all former wills by me made.
In witness whereof I have hereunto set my hand & seal on this Thirteenth day of September in the year of our Lord one thousand Eight Hundred & fifty nine.
George Keech L. S.
The above instrument consisting of one sheet was at te date thereof signed sealed published & declared by the said George Keech as & for his last Will & Testament in presence of us who at his request & in his presence and in the presence of each other have subscribed our hands as witnesses thereto
George Brayton of Western Oneida County Thomas Meredith of Westernvill Oneida County


Will of ANN McGREGOR WEBSTER KEES(E)
b. 2 Mar 1826, Amsterdam, Montgomery Co.  -  d. 8 Sept 1890, NY Rome, Oneida Co. NY Buried Frenchville Cemetery, Western, Oneida County, NY Dau of Duncan McGregor & Elizabeth Haynes of Florida Twp, Montgomery Co. & Western, Oneida Co., NY
Widow of Samuel Webster (1826 - 1856) Mother of Robert G. Webster, Elizabeth Webster & Susan Webster
Wife of Alanson Kees(e) Mother of Elinora, Ellis D., Roscoe C., Archibald, & Gaylord Kees(e)
In the Name of God.  Amen
I, Ann Kees, being of sound mind and memory and considering the uncertainty of this frail and transitory life, do therefore make, ordain, publish and declare this to be my last will and Testament, that is to say, first, after all my lawful debts are paid and discharged, I give and bequeath to my daughter, Elizabeth Webster, all my personal and real estate, that I may have at my death. Likewise, I make, constitute and appoint my daughter, Elizabeth Webster, to be Executrix of this my last Will and Testament, hereby revoking all former Wills by me made.
In Witness Whereof, I have hereunto subscribed my name and affix my seal this 5th day Nov. 1884.
Ann Keese
The above written instrument was subscribed by the said, Ann Keese, in our presence and acknowledged by her to each of us & she at the same time declared this above instrument so subscribed to be her last Will and Testament, & we at her request have signed our names as witnesses hereto, and written opposite our names our respective places of residence.
J.V. Gur, North Western, Oneida Co, NY
 Ida E. Haynes, North Western, Oneida Co, NY
State of New York County of Oneida Surrogate's Office
Be it remembered that on the 27th day of December, 1890, at a Surrogate's Court, held in and for the County of Oneida, the written Last Will of Ann Keese, late of the Town of Vernon in county, deceased, was upon due proof admitted to probate asa Will valid to pass real and personal property.
In Testimony Whereof, I have hereunto set my (seal) hand, and affixed the seal of said Court, at the City of Utica, on this 27th day of December A.D., 1890. William H. Bright, Surrogate
Nancy Robinson copperwd@whidbey.com


Last Will and Testament of Catherine Kennedy, Florence, Oneida County. New York  written June 22, 1892
Probated Oneida County March 21, 1893  Vol 47, Pg 268
Last Will and Testament. I Catherine Kennedy, of Florence Oneida Co. N.Y, do make, ordain, publish and declare this my last will and testament in manner and form following that is to say.
 First, I direct the payment of my just debts if any and  my funeral expenses.
 Second. I give and bequeath to my said husband Patrick Kennedy the use of all my estate real and personal for and during his natural life, And
 3rd After his death I give and bequeath to my daughter Catherine Billhardt three hundred dollars.
 4th I give and bequeath all the rest, residue and remainder of my estate to my grandson John Kennedy and my son Thomas Kennedy equally share and share alike.
 Likewise I make, constitute and appoint my friend Thomas Balaster with full power to sell and convey real estate, to be executor of this my last will and testament, hereby revoking all former wills by me made.
 In Witness whereof I have hereunto subscribed my name and affixed my seal the 22cd day of June in the year of our Lord one thousand eight hundred and ninety-two.
her Catherine  X  Kennedy LS      mark
E. Dixon, Witness
 The above written instrument was subscribed by the said Catherine Kennedy in our presence and acknowledged by her to each of us, and she at the same time declared the above instrument so subscribed to be her last will and testament, and we at her request and in her presence and in the presence of each other do here sign as witnesses thereto.
E. Dixon resides Williamstown, Oswego Co. W.D. Blount resides Williamstown, Oswego Co.
State of New York,  County of Oneida,   SS   Surrogate's Office
Be it remembered, That on the 21st day of March, 1893, at a Surrogate's Court, held in and for the County of Oneida, the within Last Will of Catherine Kennedy late of the Town of Florence in said County, deceased. Was upon due proof admitted to probate as a valid will to pass real and personal property.
In Testimony Whereof, I have hereunto set my hand, and affixed the seal of said Court; at the City of Utica,
on this 21st day of March A.D. 1893
 William M. Ri?????  Surrogate.
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