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Cole (Dike) Cemetery
Located at Shoemaker's Corners (Elm Valley) |
Behind the 4th house from intersection of Alfred-Elm Valley Road & State Route 417, East of Intersection on North Side of Highway.
Below is listed every stone that is viewable as of 7/26/2003. Many slate stones are completely weather blasted and have become completely smooth.....nothing remains of inscription. Original List was formed from visit/observation of Ron Taylor & William A. Greene.
This cemetery is burial place of 1st two white settlers in Allegany County and the 1st white death in Allegany County. (Noted with ***) No stone remains visible for Stephen Cole.
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This list updated with additions & corrections on 3/29/08. If you find information or corrections needed email: William A. Greene |
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This information is taken from Cemetery Records (when available), Andover News Archives, Family & Town Historical Records & finally, physically walking the cemetery comparing written records with tombstone information. We feel that the information is as accurate as it can be provided unless variable information comes forth in the future to disprove. This information is meant to help you in your quest for family. As with all material provided by others, you must verify using your own methods. Please report any errors you may discover (with proof of correction needed) so we can provide accuracy on the web. |