Canastota Bee 
Feb. 13, 1931 
 
OLIN JAQUAY DIES AT HOME IN ITHACA 
 
Olin C. JAQUAY former Canastota resident died last Saturday at his home in Ithaca where he has resided for the past 25 
years. He was 79 years of age. Surviving relatives include his wife, Mrs. Ellen M. JAQUAY [sic Ella] and one daughter Mrs. 
Chester GROVES. [sic GROVER] 
 
Mr. JAQUAY was born in Canastota, September 29, 1851 on the corner of New Boston street and Indian Opening road in the 
house later known as the old CLEMENSON residence. He later resided at the corner of Catherine and New Boston street in the 
property now owned by Harry WILLAMS. During their long residence in Canastota both Mr. and Mrs. JAQUAY were prominent in 
the work of the local Methodist church. From 1900 to 1905 Mr. JAQUAY was janitor of the Canastota high school. The latter 
year the family removed to Ithaca where they have resided since. In Ithaca Mr. JAQUAY worked as a carpenter and finisher for 
many years but for sometime past he has been retired. He was considered an expert in the repairing and refinishing of antique 
furniture. 
 
[Note: parents Henry and Mary Roberts JAQUAY]