2 historic markers installed in Albion at early cemeteries

Photos courtesy of Tim Archer

ALBION – Two new historic markers were installed this week, one honoring Revolutionary War soldiers at Tanner Cemetery on Route 31, across from Mount Albion Cemetery, and the other at Annis Cemetery on Riches Corners Road.

The markers were installed by Albion highway superintendent Mike Neidert and the highway department.

The funding for the markers was secured by Albion eighth-graders Luci Borello and Sutton Sanders through the Pomeroy Foundation. Two more markers will be unveiled on Saturday in Hulberton.

The Tanner Cemetery marker recognizes “Patriot Burials.” The marker notes the cemetery had burials as early as 1825, and Revolutionary War soldiers Jedidah Phelps and William Tanner are buried there. This marker includes a special insignia on them indicating partnership with the Sons of the American Revolution.

The marker for Annis Cemetery also notes there were burials there as early as 1825. The cemetery includes young children, war veterans and early immigrants from England.

There will be a 10:30 a.m. ceremony at Pierce-Smith Pioneer Cemetery, 3960 Hulberton Rd. for the Hulberton markers. The public is welcome to attend and bring a lawn chair.

The ceremony is student-organized and will be part of a celebration for the 250th anniversary of the United States. Both Revolutionary War and Civil War re-enactors will be present.