East Syracuse, N. Y., May 2.—Mayhard Stuart Melville, works manager of the Benedict Mfg. Co., died April 25 at his home in Dewitt, N. Y.
He was born 53 years ago at Ballston Spa, N. Y., and was a nephew of the late Maynard S. Benedict, founder of the Benedict Mfg. Co. in 1895.
Following his graduation in engineering at Cornell University in 1912, Mr. Melville became head of the cost department of the Benedict Co., holding that position until 1917 when he became connected with Oneida Community Ltd., in research work. In 1931, he returned to the Benedict Mfg. Co. as factory manager.
He is survived by his widow, two sons, and father.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular-Keystone - June 1935