In Alfred, N. Y., March 20, 1896, Clark Sherman, aged 70 years, 9 months and 8 days.
Clarke Sherman was born in Norway, Herkimer Co., N. Y., June 12, 1825, and was the son of George and Arta M. Wright Sherman. He came to the town of Alfred, and settled just above Alfred Centre when Clarke was 11 years old. When about 15 years old Clark united with the first church of Alfred. He was prominent in most respects as a citizen of this town, as a referee, executor and administrator of estates, supervisor, commissioner, etc.
He was the last of four children. He settled in the place where he lived 47 years ago this month (March). He was married to Miss Phoebe Place, Dec. 11, 1848, who survives him. He leaves three children, Geo. C. and Harley P. Sherman. The funeral services were held in the Second Alfred church, Sunday, March 22, 1896. Sermon by the pastor from Psalms 23: 1-5. A. P. A.
