900 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY ian at the State Capital. He then was employed by the Canfield Drug Company. Later Mr. Ferrall attended Scio College, now the Pittsburgh College of Pharmacy, from which he was graduated in 1901. He worked for a time at Beaver Falls, Pa., and East Palestine, Ohio, after which he established his business in Leetonia. Mr. Ferrall was married to Miss Charlotte B. Davis of Sandy Lake, Pa., and they have two children: Bard, a student at Wyoming University ; and Sarah, is now at Steven's College, Columbia, Mo. Mr. Ferrall is a member of the Presbyterian Church, and belongs to the Masonic Lodge, Kiwanis, and Business Men's Club. He is a registered pharmacist in Pennsylvania, Ohio, and New Mexico, and now lives at Tampa, Fla. Charles D. Piatt, of Piatt Brothers, well known merchants of Wellsville, was born in Jackson County, W. Va., Sept. 30, 1883, and is the son of Thomas and Alcinda (Milhahn) Piatt. Thomas Piatt, a native of Monroe County, Ohio, removed to West Virginia at an early age and engaged in general farming and stock raising in Jackson County. He was a Democrat and a member of the Christian Church. He died Dec. 10, 1915, and his wife, who was born in Jackson County, W. Va., lives in Wellsville. Mr. and Mrs. Piatt were the parents of the following children: Nora, married Charles Hamilton, lives in Meigs County ; Bert, lives in Wood County, W. Va.; Frank, lives in Williamstown, W. Va.; Charles D., the subject of this sketch ; and Clyde C., mention of whom is made below. Clyde C. Piatt is a veteran of the World War. He enlisted with the 83rd Division and was sent to Camp Sherman, Ohio, and later transferred to the 32nd Division. He served overseas for 11 months and participated in many important battles of the war. Charles D. Piatt received his education in the public schools and at an early age entered the employ of the Pennsylvania Railroad, with whom he was connected until 1920. He then engaged in business with his brother, Clyde C. Piatt. They carry a fine grade of groceries and meats and their shop is among the up-to-date and busy markets of Wellsville. In 1908 Mr. Piatt was married to Miss Sylvia A. Wallace, who was born in Monroe County, Ohio, and the daughter of Samuel and Jennie HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 901 (Cox) Wallace, residents of Wellsville. Mr. and Mrs. Wallace have three children: Mrs. Piatt ; Barbara, married Roy Womeldorff, lives in Charleston, W. Va.; and Eugene, at home. To Mr. and Mrs. Piatt have been born two children: Thomas V., born Oct. 7, 1909 ; and Betty Jane, born May 1, 1920. Mr. Piatt is identified with the Democratic party, is a member of the Christian Church and the Masonic Lodge. He is an enterprising citizen and meeting with well merited success. T. F. Campbell is among the substantial and reliable business men of Wellsville, where he is engaged in the roofing and heating business. He was born at New Matamoras, Ohio, Feb. 20, 1882, and is the son of Alexander and Clarissa (Shockey) Campbell. Alexander Campbell, a native of Virginia, removed to Jefferson County, Ohio, in 1861. He later lived at Belleville, W. Va., in Wood County, where he engaged in farming. Later removing to East Liverpool, where he died in 1923 and is buried in Pleasant Heights Cemetery. His wife resides in East Liverpool. Mr. and Mrs. Campbell were the parents of the following children : David, lives in Cleveland; George, lives at Seattle, Wash.; James, lives in East Liverpool; T. F., the subject of this sketch ; Harry, lives in Cleveland ; and Samuel, lives at Newell, W. Va., is a veteran of the World War. He was severely wounded while in service in France. T. F. Campbell received his education in the public schools and has lived in Columbiana County since 1901. In 1906 he settled in Wellsville, where for 16 years he was employed in the local railroad shops. He established his present business in 1922 and has a well equipped shop at 1051 Main Street. Mr. Campbell is a sheet metal, roofing and heating contractor and does a large volume of business. In 1903 Mr. Campbell was united in marriage with Miss Nancy Ellen Gardner, who was born in West Virginia, the daughter of John and Lucinda (Hale) Gardner. Mr. Gardner, who died in April, 1906, was a Civil War veteran. His widow lives at Parkersburg, W. Va. There were three children in the Gardner family: Mrs. Campbell; Sarah Agnes, married George Boso, lives at Parkersburg W. Va.; and Robert, lives in Denver, 902 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY Colo. Mr. and Mrs. Campbell have a daughter, Mary Elizabeth, born July 3, 1906. She was graduated from Wellsville High School in 1924 and now teaches music. She lives at home. Mr. Campbell is a member of the Christian Church and belongs to the Modern Woodmen of America. Edward W. Michaels, an enterprising and well known citizen of Wellsville, was born in Pittsburgh, in 1870, and is the son of Harman and Mary (Davis) Michaels. Harman Michaels, deceased, was a native of Pennsylvania. He was in the employ of the Cleveland, Pittsburgh & Bellaire Railroad for 40 years, and in later life engaged in the pottery business at Wellsville, being the organizer of the Pioneer Pottery Company in partnership with George Morley and I. B. Clark. It was later owned by Monroe Patterson of East Liverpool. Mr. Michaels was also extensively engaged in the real estate business in Wellsville. He died Feb. 17, 1912, and his wife died Jan. 31, 1923. They are buried in Spring Hill Cemetery, Wellsville. Mr. and Mrs. Michaels had the following children: William, deceased ; E. W., the subject of this sketch; Minnie, married Albert Apple, both deceased ; Ocy, married Rev. J. A. Selby, lives at Parkersburg, W. Va. ; and Addie, married Harris Conn, lives in Cleveland. E. W. Michaels was reared and educated in Wellsville and attended Adrian College, Adrian, Mich. In 1900 entered the employ of the Pennsylvania Railroad, with whom he has since remained. He now holds the position as yard master for this company at East Liverpool. His home in Wellsville is at 430 Fourteenth Street. On Dec. 15, 1890, Mr. Michaels was united in marriage with Miss Inez L. Dodge, who was born at Adrian, Mich., Oct. 2, 1868, the daughter of John Dodge. Mr. Dodge died March 22, 1916, and his wife died in June, 1898. They had three daughters: Minnie, married Charles Rittenhouse, who died June 30, 1919, and she lives at Salem, Ohio ; Mrs. Michaels ; and Kittie L., who married Walter J. Case, lives in San Francisco, Cal. Mrs. Michaels died June 29, 1923, and is buried at Spring Hill Cemetery. To E. W. and Inez L. (Dodge) Michaels, were born six children : Leslie J., lives in Wellsville ; Mary, married George Gregory, lives at Butler, Pa.; HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 903 Alice, lives in Wellsville; Clara E., married in April, 1925, to Howard Bolvin, lives in Pittsburgh ; Louise, married C. E. Blackman, lives in Fremont, Ohio ; and Catherine, at home. Mr. Michaels is a Republican. He has an excellent standing in Columbiana County and is highly esteemed. Charles H. Bell is among Wellsville's most enterprising and substantial citizens. He was born in Pleasants County, W. Va., May 20, 1875, and is the son of Samuel and Mary Jane (Hutchinson) Bell. Samuel Bell, deceased, was a farmer. He was born at Burgettstown, Pa., and in 1869 removed to West Virginia, where he remained for several years. He later operated a farm in Madison Township, Columbiana County. He was a Republican and a member of the Presbyterian Church. He died March 3, 1911, and his wife, who was born in Beaver County, Pa., died Dec. 23, 1909. They are buried in Yellow Creek Cemetery. Mr. and Mrs. Bell were the parents of nine children, as follows : James, a farmer, lives in Madison Township ; Sarah E., married James Huscroft, lives at Richmond, Ohio ; Mary Catherine, married Calvin Holdren, lives in Washington County, Ohio ; Robert A., lives at Williamstown, W. Va. ; John C., lives at Lansing, Ohio ; William Franklin, lives in Wellsville ; Stella, married Daniel M. Crawford, lives in Madison Township ; Fred A., a farmer, lives in Madison Township ; and Charles H., the subject of this sketch. Charles H. Bell received his education in the public schools, spent a number of years in Pittsburgh, and in 1902 entered the employ of the American Sheet & Tin Plate Company, Wellsville, with whom he has since been employed. He is a machinist. On Oct. 17, 1905, Mr. Bell was united in marriage with Miss Mellie David, who was born in Enon, Pa., July 7, 1879, the daughter of George and Elizabeth Maufley David, natives of Switzerland. Mr. David was an early settler of East Palestine, Ohio, and a veteran of the Civil War. He died Sept. 28, 1881, and his wife died Dec. 1, 1914. They had six children : George, lives at East Palestine ; Alfred, lives in Wellsville ; John, lives in Wellsville ; Anna, married Frank Fogo, lives in Wellsville ; Sophia, married Albert Peck, both deceased ; and Mrs. Bell. To Mr. and Mrs. Bell were born three children : Clarence, born Jan. 12, 1907, was gradu- 904 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY ated from Wellsville High School in 1925 ; Sophia V., born April 20, 1909 ; and Erla Mae, born March 24, 1913. Mr. Bell is a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church and is affiliated with the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. Dr. George W. Dunn, chiropractor, is well and favorably known in Salem, where he has engaged in the practice of his profession since 1913. He was born in Mahoning County, Ohio, Sept. 20, 1879, and is the son of William and Bessle (Smedley) Dunn. William Dunn, deceased, was a native of Scotland. At the age of 16 years he migrated to this country and settled in Youngstown, Ohio. where he was interested in the coal and mining business for many years. The latter years of his life were spent at Salem, where he died in 1917. His wife, who was born in Wales, now resides in Salem. Mr. Dunn was a member of the Presbyterian Church and was a 32nd degree Mason. The following children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Dunn: Mamie and Carrie, both deceased ; Bessie, the widow of F. E. Miller, lives at Salem ; William H., lives at Salem ; and George W., the subject of this sketch. Dr. George W. Dunn received his early education in the schools of Salem and later attended school at Battle Creek, Mich., where he studied electric hydropathy. He also studied chiropractic in Chicago and Fort Wayne, Ind., and since 1913 has been located at Salem, where he has a well established practice. Doctor Dunn was married in 1921 to Miss Bessie Leyman, of Salem, Ohio, the daughter of Arthur and Mary Leyman. The Dunn family is affiliated with the Presbyterian Church. James M. Kenney, Jr., who ranks among the well and favorably known young men of Wellsville, is a veteran of the World War. He was born at New Cumberland, W. Va., Jan. 13, 1897, and is the son of James M. and Blanche (Smith) Kenney. James M. Kenney, a native of West Virginia, settled in East Liverpool in 1898 and two years later removed to Wellsville, where he has since been employed at his trade as a cooper in the local potteries. He HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 905 is a Republican and a member of the Christian Church. To Mr. and Mrs. Kenney were born six children, as follows : James M., Jr., the subject of this sketch ; George, lives in Michigan ; Ella, married Wesley Wilson, lives in Wellsville ; Pearl, lives in Michigan ; Joseph and Willis, students. James M. Kenney, Jr., grew up in Wellsville and attended the public schools here. He was in the employ of the American Sheet & Tin Plate Company for ten years and in July, 1919, became connected with the local police force. He is also identified with the fire department. During the World War he enlisted from Wellsville, June 5, 1918, and was sent to Camp Sherman, Ohio, as a member of Company I, 1st Gas Regiment, Chemical Warfare Service. He was discharged Dec. 16, 1918. On Feb. 26, 1920, Mr. Kenney was united in marriage with Miss Nancy May Todd, who was born at East Liverpool, Ohio, May 3, 1899, the daughter of Homer and Ella (Rigby) Todd, residents of Wellsville and the parents of the following children : Mrs. Kenney ; Homer, Jr., lives in Wellsville ; Grace, married Denton Thomas, lives at Wellsville ; Dorothy, married Morris Parker, lives in East Liverpool ; Clara, married Herbert Hawkins, lives at East Rochester, Ohio ; William and George, both students. Mr. and Mrs. Kenney have a son, James, III, born Jan. 8, 1923, and daughter, Ruth Ella, born Dec. 16, 1925. Mr. Kenney is a Republican and takes an active interest in local politics. He is a member of the First Christian Church and is affiliated with the Odd Fellows Lodge and American Legion. He is a public spirited young man, who holds the high regard of all who know him. Henry B. Jacobs is a substantial and highly esteemed citizen of Wellsville, where he has been in the employ of the Pennsylvania Railroad for 40 years. He was born in Wayne County, Ohio, in 1866, and is the son of William and Marie (Wagenor) Jacobs. William Jacobs, retired, is a veteran of the Civil War. He was born in Ohio and during his active career engaged in general farming. He owned 250 acres of land, which he improved from raw prairie. Mr. Jacobs lives at Sullivan, Ohio. There were five children born to Mr. and Mrs. Jacobs: George W., lives retired at Toledo, Ohio ; Henry B., the subject of this sketch ; David P., lives in Toledo, Ohio ; Francis M., lives at Lorain, Ohio; and Mary Effie, married Frank Buda, lives at Lorain, Ohio. 906 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY Henry B. Jacobs spent his boyhood at Wooster, Ohio, and has lived in Wellsville since 1885. He entered the employ of the Pennsylvania Railroad as a laborer and is now foreman of the paint division, having held the latter position since 1900. In 1889 Mr. Jacobs was united in marriage with Miss Laura M. Connell, of Wellsville, Ohio, the daughter of John and Mary (Herbert) Connell. Mr. Connell resides at Wellsville. His wife is deceased. They had five children: Mrs. Jacobs; Kate, married Harry Sease, lives at Wellsville ; Julia, married Charles Jordan, lives at Wellsville ; Herbert and Viola, both deceased. To Henry B. and Laura M. (Connell) Jacobs four children were born: Edith, married Willis Robinson, lives at Wellsville, Ohio ; Raymond, is a World War veteran, lives at Wellsville, Ohio ; Ruth, married Fred Heldman, lives at Wellsville; and Mary, deceased. Mr. Jacobs is a Democrat, a member of the Methodist Church, and belongs to the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. He is one of Columbiana County's progressive and reliable citizens. Frank P. Judge, Jr., manager of the sales and service department of the National China Company, Salineville, is among the substantial citizens of Columbiana County. He was born in Pittsburgh, Oct. 15, 1889, and is the son of Frank P. and Elizabeth (Croxall) Judge. Frank P. Judge, Sr., is a native of Staffordshire, England, as is also his wife. He came to America in 1888 and settled in Pittsburgh, where he remained until 1897. He has since lived in East Liverpool, where he is identified with the Croxall Chemical & Supply Company. Mr. and Mrs. Judge are the parents of the following children : John T., lives in St. Louis; Joseph H., died in October, 1918 ; Frances, married James Stoney, lives in Youngstown, Ohio ; Frank P., the subject of this sketch ; Lillian, married John McKeever, lives in East Liverpool ; William, died in infancy ; and James, died in December, 1918 ; and Helen, married Thomas Martin, lives in East Liverpool. Frank P. Judge, Jr., was educated in Pittsburgh and East Liverpool. He began his business career in the employ of the First National Bank of East Liverpool and in May, 1912, at the time of his resignation from that institution, was serving as receiving teller. He has since been con- HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 907 nected with the National China Company of Salineville and is also a stockholder in the company. Mr. Judge has served as president of the United States Potters Association and is actively identified with the pottery industry. On June 10, 1914, Mr. Judge was united in marriage with Miss Mary E. Mulhern, who was born in Salineville, Sept. 24, 1886, the daughter of Peter and Bridget (Noone) Mulhern, natives of Ireland. Mr. Mulhern died in 1892 and his wife died in 1914. They had five children: Thomas, deceased ; Michael F., lives at Salineville ; Mrs. Judge ; Grace M., married William E. Ebert, lives in Cleveland ; and Theresa, died in 1919. Mr. and Mrs. Judge have a son, Thomas, born in Cleveland, Jan. 21, 1918. In politics Mr. Judge is identified with the Republican party. He is a member of the Catholic Church, the Knights of Columbus, and the Kiwanis Club. He has an extensive acquaintance throughout Columbiana County and is well liked. John E. Mick, an enterprising and progressive farmer of Yellow Creek Township, is a substantial citizen of Columbiana County. He was born in Madison Township, Columbiana County, April 22, 1864, and is the son of Samuel and Susan (Fowler) Mick. Samuel Mick, deceased, was a native of West Virginia and an early settler of Madison Township, where he successfully engaged in general farming and stock raising. He was also a thresher for 30 years. To Mr. and Mrs. Mick the following children were born: John E., the subject of this sketch ; Thomas, a farmer, lives on the old homestead in Madison Township ; Marion, lives at Newton Falls, Ohio ; Elizabeth, married James Boyce, Yellow Creek Township, died Nov. 26, 1925 ; Hammond, lives at Wellsville ; and Harvey, deceased. John E. Mick spent his boyhood on his father's farm and attended the district schools. He began work as a farm hand and received $16.00 per month. Mr. Mick now ownes 115 acres of good farmland in Yellow Creek Township and specializes in the breeding of pure bred Guernsey cattle. On Sept. 7, 1899, Mr. Mick was united in marriage with Miss Millie McCough, of Yellow Creek Township, born Jan. 29, 1865. She is the 908 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY daughter of John and Martha (Campbell) McGough, both deceased. They were the parents of eight children, as follows: Robert, deceased ; Mary, married Robert Vance ; Jane, married Henry Herbert, both deceased ; Rebecca, deceased, was the wife of J. E. Toot ; Martha, married Samuel Connell, both deceased ; Sarah, married J. H. Hayes, and is now deceased ; James, retired ; and Mrs. Mick. Mr. McGough died June 12, 1893, and his wife died Aug. 31, 1890. Mr. and Mrs. Mick have no children living ; one infant daughter deceased. Politically, Mr. Mick is a Republican. He and his wife are members of the Presbyterian Church and are highly esteemed in the community. Wilbur L. MacLean is a progressive young business man of Wellsville, where he was born May 23, 1890. He is the son of D. N. and Bianca H. (Hanlin) MacLean, his father being one of the most widely known funeral directors in Columbiana County. Wilbur L. MacLean was reared and educated in Wellsville and since completing his high school course has been in the employ of the American Sheet & Tin Plate Company. For the past 14 years he has served as foreman. On June 20, 1912, Mr. MacLean was united in marriage with Miss Mary Grant, who was born in Jefferson County, Ohio, July 6, 1888, the daughter of Alexander and Margaret (Moore) Grant. Mr. Grant is deceased and his widow resides at Alliance, Ohio. Mr. and Mrs. MacLean have one child, Margaret Ann, born Nov. 7, 1924. Mr. MacLean is a Republican, a member of the First Presbyterian Church, and belongs to the Kiwanis Club. He is well known in Columbiana County and has many friends. Frank E. Kerr is among the substantial and highly esteemed citizens of Wellsville, where he has been employed by the Pennsylvania Railroad for many years. He was born in this city, May 3, 1866, and is the son of Robert and Lucinda (Householder) Kerr. Robert Kerr, deceased, was a native of Pennsylvania and was one of the earliest settlers of Wellsville, where he engaged in the contracting HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 909 and building business. Mr. and Mrs. Kerr, who are deceased, had one child, Frank E., the subject of this sketch. Frank E. Kerr attended school in a log school house in Yellow Creek Township. At the age of 16 years he entered the employ of the John Russell Brick Company, and after three months with that company he became identified with the Pennsylvania Railroad. He has remained in the employ of the concern continuously and has been foreman of the paint department since 1901. On Nov. 26, 1895, Mr. Kerr was married to Miss Sarah Elizabeth Grafton, of Wellsville, the daughter of John and Mary Jane (Tiehl) Grafton, natives of Columbiana County. Mr. Grafton died Dec. 20, 1888, and his wife died March 30, 1898. Mr. and Mrs. Kerr have four children, as follows: Ruth, a teacher, lives at home; Florence, Frank and William, all at home. Mr. Kerr is a staunch Republican and a member of the Episcopal Church. I. F. Mossburg, manager of the Wellsville Branch Yard of The Scott Lumber Company, is a progressive and enterprising business man of Wellsville. He was born at Wheeling, W. Va., Aug. 4, 1886, and is the son of Edward and Mary Ellen (Wilson) Mossburg. The mother passed away March 5, 1926. Edward Mossburg was a native of Lime Kiln, Md., and an early settler of Wheeling, W. Va., where he was extensively engaged in the building business. He died Feb. 2, 1915, and his wife resides in Wheeling. They had two sons : Edward, engaged in the contracting business at Wheeling, W. Va.; and I. F., the subject of this sketch. I. F. Mossburg succeeded to his father's business in Wheeling and remained there until 1918, when he became associated with the Wellsville Branch of the Scott Lumber Company, which was organized about 50 years ago. The company operates three lumber yards in Ohio and three in West Virginia, and has one of the finest planing mills in this country at Bridgeport, Ohio. They carry a complete line of lumber, builders' supplies and hardware and carry on a large volume of business in Columbiana County. On Aug. 24, 1907, Mr. Mossburg was married to Miss Stella May 910 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY Joseph, of Wheeling, W. Va., a daughter of George W. and Rose (Hartenstein) Joseph, who were the parents of the following children: Mrs. Mossburg; Loretta, married J. Howard Warden, lives in Wheeling ; and George, lives in Wheeling. Mr. Joseph lives retired. His wife died in 1909 and is buried in Wheeling. Mr. and Mrs. Mossburg have three children: Harold, Dorothy, and Edward, students. Mr. Mossburg is a member of the Methodist Church, a 32nd degree Mason, and belongs to the Knights of Pythias, the Modern Woodmen of America, Chamber of Commerce and Kiwanis Club. He and his family are highly esteemed. John Wesley Hahn, justice of the peace at Bayard, Ohio, is a member of one of the pioneer families of Columbiana County. He was born in West Township, Sept. 13, 1851, and is a son of Henry and Elizabeth (Martin) Hahn. Henry Hahn and his wife came to Columbiana County in the early days, where Mr. Hahn was engaged in farming. They were the parents of five children : Nora, deceased, was the wife of Franklin Unkefer ; Herman E., deceased ; Catherine, married L. C. Hostteter, lives in Cleveland ; John Wesley, the subject of this sketch ; and Frank H., lives in Ottumwa, Iowa. Mr. Hahn died March 3, 1851, aged 40 years. Mrs. Hahn, who lived to be 86 years of age, died July 26, 1909. John Wesley Hahn was reared on his father's farm and attended the public schools and Mount Union College, Alliance, Ohio. He taught school five terms in West Township, and also worked at the carpenter's trade. In 1881 he bought his present farm and home of 85 acres, which is located in the city limits of Bayard. Mr. Hahn is a breeder of fine stock, specializing in Holstein and Jersey cattle, and is the owner of a large dairy. On Dec. 24, 1879, Mr. Hahn was united in marriage with Miss Hatdessa Whiteleather, who was born in West Township, Columbiana County, March 18, 1862, a daughter of Adam and Louisa (Meacy) White-leather, natives of Ohio, now deceased. They had two children: Mrs. Hahn, and Charles Whiteleather. The latter married Anna Mahaley, and they have two children: Dwight and Helen. To Mr. and Mrs. John HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 911 Wesley Hahn have been born six children: (1) Dwight C., deceased ; (2) Frank Adam, married Miss Ora M. Reed, of Bayard, Ohio, and they have one son, John Lewis. They reside in Cleveland; (3) Erma, married William Illig, resides in Cleveland. They have two children, Ruth and William ; (4) Carl W., married Ethel Hartzell, live in Bayard, have three children : Twila, Theda, and Wanda ; (5) Lake R., married Nellie Felgar, reside at Moultrie, Ohio, and they have three children: Duane, Dorothea, and Eva May ; (6) Chester W., married Elsie Obrocker, lives at Chagrin Falls. They have two children, Phyllis and Chester Wayne. Mr. Hahn has always been greatly interested in all civic affairs. He has held the office of township clerk and trustee ; in 1919 was elected justice of the peace of West Township. In 1891 he was appointed postmaster of Bayard, which office he held for ten years. He is a shareholder in the Kensington Supply Company, Kensington, Ohio, and the Electric Light Company of Minerva, Ohio. He is a Republican, a member of the Methodist Church, of which he is a trustee, the Masonic Lodge of Minerva, Ohio, and is chaplain of Grange Lodge. Mr. Hahn is a progressive citizen and a capable and efficient officer. John E. Bauknecht. Among the most capable of the younger attorneys of East Palestine is John E. Bauknecht. He was born at Bridgeport, Ohio, April 6, 1897, and is a son of C. G. and Catherine F. (Waltner) Bauknecht. C. G. Bauknecht was born at Wurtemburg, Germany, as was also his wife. She died May 14, 1922, and is buried at Martin's Ferry, Ohio. Mr. Bauknecht, who now lives retired at Martin's Ferry, was a farmer and dairyman during his active business career. Mr. and Mrs. Bauknecht were the parents of four children: Edward M., deceased ; William A., lives in Steubenville, Ohio ; and Walter C., lives at Bellaire, Ohio and John E., the subject of this sketch. John E. Bauknecht attended the publlc and high schools of Martin's Ferry and after the study of law at Ohio Northern University, from where he was graduated in 1922, he was admitted to the bar July 9, 1922, and on Aug. 7, 1922, opened his law office in East Palestine. In November, 1923 he was elected city solicitor, and reelected November, 1925, and on 912 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY Jan. 1, 1925, was appointed assistant county prosecutor for Columbiana County, which office he now holds. On July 27, 1922, Mr. Bauknecht was married at Steubenville, Ohio, to Miss Merle L. Springer, a daughter of Thomas and Louise (Fowler) Springer, natives of Martin's Ferry, Ohio. Mr. and Mrs. Bauknecht have a daughter, Virginia L., born in 1924. During the World War Mr. Bauknecht served in Battery C, 31st Regiment C. A. C., but was not overseas. He is a Republican, a member of the Methodist Church, and belongs to the American Legion, Knights of Pythias, Masonic Lodge, and Delta Theta Phi Law fraternity. Roy G. Sutherin, the well known and capable postmaster of East Palestine, was born in this city April 27, 1880, the son of Martin and Mary (Marshall) Sutherin. Martin Sutherin, a native of Schull, England, was born March 26, 1848. During his active career he was a railway and stationary engineer. He now lives retired at Carrollton, Ohio. His wife died Dec. 1, 1910, and is buried in East Palestine cemetery. To Mr. and Mrs. Sutherin seven children were born as follows: George W., lives at Port Huron, Mich.; Sadie and James T., both deceased ; R. G., the subject of this sketch ; Olive I. and Martin, both deceased ; and Harold E., lives at Sebring, Ohio. Roy G. Sutherin was reared and educated in East Palestine and at an early age entered the local potteries, being in the employ of the Ohio China Company. In July, 1913, . he became connected with the W. S. George Pottery Company, where he remained until April 1, 1922, when he was appointed postmaster. Mr. Sutherin was united in marriage to Miss Cora B. Neely, of East Palestine, the daughter of John D. and Susan (Clouse) Neely, natives of Pennsylvania, and residents of East Palestine. To Mr. and Mrs. Sutherin were born three sons : Glen R., born Sept. 12, 1905 ; Gale K., twin brother of Glen R., deceased ; and Donald G., born May 18, 1925. Mr. Sutherin is a Republican and has served as a member of the city council for two years. He holds membership in the Methodist Church, the Masonic Lodge and the Knights of Pythias. Mr. Sutherin is highly esteemed and widely known. HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 913 John Morgan, president of the National Tire & Rubber Company, East Palestine, is among the representative and successful business men of Columbiana County. He was born in London, England, Nov. 1, 1880, and is the son of Thomas Walter and Mary Ann Morgan. Thomas Walter Morgan, deceased, was a native of London, England, and his wife was born in Ireland. He was connected with London shipping interests and at the time of his death in 1895 was superintendent of a line of steamships owned and controlled by the famous East India Company. His wife died in London in 1921. Mr. and Mrs. Morgan had three daughters, who live in England, and two sons : James, lives in Jacksonville, Fla. and John, the subject of this sketch. John Morgan was reared in London and Paris. He was graduated from the City of London College and traveled later in foreign countries to complete his education. He began his business career as assistant to a buying commissionaire in Paris, France, for a wholesale London house. He served as secretary to Basil Zaharoff, resident European Director in Paris, France, of Vickers Sons & Maxim, Ltd., London, England, Great Britain's most important steel and munitions firm. During the great war, Monsieur Zaharoff gave such aid to the Allied cause that the governments of Great Britain and France gave him their highest honors, and Sir Basil Zaharoff is known today throughout the world as one of the few men who directed the destinies of the world during the great war. Coming to America in 1905 and realizing the industrial revolution incident to the rapid development of the importation of high class foreign automobiles, Mr. Morgan later gravitated to the automobile tire industry. The manufacture and distribution of the Kempshall tire brought Mr. Morgan to East Palestine, where Fate evidently intervened and declared that he should remain as an integral part of the McGraw Tire & Rubber Company, which at that time was a small struggling rubber concern. He continued with the McGraw Company, rising to the position of vice president and treasurer, and in May, 1920, became president of the company, upon the death of Mr. E. C. McGraw, his father-in-law. The McGraw Company originated with $100,000 capital, and grew to a five million dollar institution, having paid the majority of its stockholders very handsome cash and stock dividends throughout the period of its expansion. In 1920 the world wide industrial catastrophe was largely responsible for the unfortunate circumstances of many concerns in varied lines. In (21)V2 914 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY rubber, the great concerns of the industry were only saved from bankruptcy by their size and importance. The McGraw concern fought its battle against great odds, and finally, for the benefit of its creditors, was liquidated. Mr. Morgan, with several associates had, some five years before, purchased the controlling interest in the National Tire & Rubber Company of East Palestine, and in 1924, Mr. Morgan was tendered the presidency of this concern. From very small beginnings, the National Company has developed into a concern which is nationally known as one of the substantial rubber companies of the country. On Jan. 1, 1926, after having paid an accumulation of four and three-quarters years preferred stock dividends, the company's balance showed a ratio of five to one assets against liabilities, having liquidated all bank loans. The National Tire & Rubber Company stands as the proud owner and exclusive manufacturer of one of the latest and most important developments in the tire lndustry, namely, the Shock Pad Cord Tire construction. On April 12, 1911, Mr. Morgan was united in marriage with Miss Edwyna Charlotte McGraw, of Pittsburgh, Pa., the daughter of Edwin C. and Lenore H. McGraw, natives of Pennsylvania. Mr. McGraw died May 24, 1920, and his widow lives in Miami, Fla. Mr. and Mrs. Morgan have two children: Miriam L., born Jan. 14, 1912, a student at St. Mary of the Woods College, Indiana ; and Hubert John, born May 2, 1924. Mr. Morgan is a Republican and holds membership in the Catholic Church. John S. George, of East Palestine, is a veteran of the World War and one of Columbiana County's prominent young men. He was born in East Liverpool, June 28, 1893, the son of William S. and Annie S. (Campbell) George. William Shaw George, deceased, was during his lifetime one of the representative business men of this section. He was .born on a farm near East Liverpool, March 21, 1865, the son of William S. and Mary (Cavett) George. The father was a farmer in early life but later became interested in the pottery business in East Liverpool, where he spent the remainder of his life. In 1897 his son, William Shaw, removed to East Palestine, where he engaged in the pottery business. His industrial career HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 915 was a phenomenal one. After his arrival in East Palestine in 1897 he was a decorator for the Ohio China Company but the following year engaged in business for himself, taking over the management of the East Palestine Pottery Company, which is now known as Plant No. 4 of the W. S. George chain of potteries. In his first year in business the company's pay roll was $52,000, and lt has grown in leaps and bounds until the annual pay roll is now approximately $1,122,000.00. Besides plants No. 1 and No. 4 in this city, Mr. George owned plant No. 2 at Canonsburg and plant No. 3 at Kittaning, making a total of 33 glost and bisque kilns and 36 decorating kilns. Mr. George died April 12, 1925. On Aug. 30, 1887, Mr. George was married to Miss Annie S. Campbell of Philadelphia, who died in January, 1921. They were the parents of the following children : William Campbell, lives in East Palestine ; Mrs. J. L. Adams, lives at Asheville, N. C.; John S., the subject of this sketch; Frank Cavett, lives at Kittanning, Pa. ; Mrs. Dorothy Woodard, lives at Asheville, N. C.; Lois, Robert, Janet, and William Shaw, Jr., all of East Palestine. Mr. George was a member of the United Presbyterian Church and for many years had been a member of the session of his church. He was a trustee of the University of Cairo, Egypt, and of the George Memorial Hospital, Abyssinia. In memory of his mother and his wife he was the donor of the hospital that bears his name. He served on the council in East Liverpool and on the board of education of East Palestine for a number of years, taklng a deep interest in all matters that came to his official notice. John S. George received his education in the schools of East Palestine and also attended University School, Cleveland. He served throughout the World War as a member of the 278th Aero Squadron and spent 12 months in active service in France. Mr. George is actively connected with the pottery business which was founded by his father. On June 20, 1917, Mr. George was united in marriage with Miss Hazelle Tevebaugh, a native of Missouri. They have a daughter, Ann Stewart George, born April 25, 1918. Mr. George is a Republican and a member of the United Presbyterian Church. The George family have always been leading citizens of the community and are well liked and widely known. 916 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY Joseph A. Meek, Jr., is among the widely known and representative young business men of Columbiana County. He was born at East Palestine, Sept. 27, 1904, and is the son of Joseph A. and Fannie (Chamberlin) Meek. Joseph A. Meek was born at East Palestine, as was his wife. He is a manufacturer and specializes in efficiency electrical fittings. For 25 years he was associated with the firm of Meek & McClure, and later with the Meek Lumber Company of East Palestine. Mrs. Meek died Aug. 3, 1920, and is buried at East Palestine. To Mr. and Mrs. Meek the following children were born : John C., born Aug. 15, 1899, lives at McDonald, Ohio ; Elden, born Feb. 7, 1901, lives in Pittsburgh, where he is identified with the Y. M. C. A. ; Joseph A., Jr., the subject of this sketch ; and Alice, born Dec. 19, 1912. Joseph A. Meek, Jr., received his education in the public schools of East Palestine and in 1925 was graduated from Ohio Wesleyan Universlty. He immediately became associated with the Firestone Tire & Rubber Company of Akron, Ohio, as industrial engineer, in which capacity he now serves. Mr. Meek's home is at 402 La Salle Street, Akron, Ohio. Mr. Meek is a Republican, a member of the Methodist Church and Phi Gamma Delta fraternity. John E. King, who successfully conducts "King's U Drive It" and Taxi Cab Company, at 16 Ellsworth Street, Salem, ranks among the reliable business men of Columbiana County. He was born in Forest County, Pa., March 26, 1896, and is a son of M. C. and Catharine (Heppinger) King. Mr. and Mrs. King live at Kingsport, Tenn., where Mr. King is a foreman in a lumber mill. John E. King attended the public schools in Kingsport, and in early life engaged in the lumber business. Later he became interested ln the auto business and went to Miami, Florida, where he remained several years. He then returned to Salem, and on Oct. 28, 1924, established his present business. He operates a fleet of eight Ford cars, and employs six people. Mr. King married Miss Lillian Harlow, a native of Welch, W. Va. They have a daughter, Catherine. HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 917 W. E. Murray, owner and proprietor of the Central Garage, Damascus, is among the reliable business men of Columbiana County. He was born at Coshocton, Ohio, Feb. 18, 1890, and is the son of G. W. and Margaret (Schneidiker) Murray. G. W. Murray is a native of Ohio, as is his wife. They reside at Coshocton. W. E. Murray spent his boyhood at Coshocton and attended the public schools. He learned the rug weaving business, at which he was employed for five years, and he then entered the employ of the Sebring Pottery Company, Sebring, Ohio. After 12 years in their employ he became interested in the automobile business and is now the agent for the Studebaker, Durant, and Star cars at Damascus, in Butler Township. Mr. Murray is an expert mechanic and operates a first class repair shop. In September, 1908, Mr. Murray was united in marriage with Miss Virginia Stillman, the daughter of George and Carrie (Neff) Stillman, living in Sebring, Ohio. They have two children: Carrie Margaret, born June 12, 1909; and George Edward, born Aug. 11, 1911. Mr. Murray holds membership in the Methodist Episcopal Church, and belongs to the Knights of Pythias of Sebring and the Modern Woodmen of America. George Brian is a representative citizen and successful business man of East Liverpool. He was born at Trenton, N. J., Sept. 5, 1875, and is the son of Richard and Hannah Brian. Richard Brian, deceased, was a native of England, as was his wife. He was one of the organizers of the Enterprise Pottery Company of Trenton, N. J., which later became known as the Trenton Potteries. To Mr. and Mrs. Brian eight children were born as follows: Emily, deceased ; James, lives at Trenton, N. J.; George, the subject of this sketch ; Mary, the widow of Walter H. Harris, lives at Trenton, N. J.; Millicent, married Walter Breece, lives at Trenton ; Charles, vice president of the Paper-makers Importing Company, lives at Easton, Pa. ; Lillie, lives at Morrisville, Pa. ; and Albert, deceased. George Brian attended the public schools of Trenton, N. J., and is a graduate of Princeton University. At an early age he became interested in the pottery industry and was thus engaged for 23 years. In 1912 he 918 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY became associated with the Papermakers Importing Company, with whom he has since been identified. He is their representative in East Liverpool. Mr. Brian was married in 1898 to Miss Georgianna Schott. They have a son, Richard G., mention of whom is made below. Richard G. Brian was born at Trenton, N. J., June 2, 1900. He is a graduate of Trenton High School and the Carnegie Institute of Technology. He lives in East Liverpool, where he is proprietor of the Men's Quality Shop. He married Miss Ruth McBay, of East Liverpool. George Brian is a member of the First Presbyterian Church, Masonic Lodge and Shrine, Rotary Club, and East Liverpool Country Club. T. Burton Kerr is well and favorably known in East Liverpool, where he is identified with the Kerr Lumber Company. He was born at Shippingport, Beaver County, Pa., June 14, 1887, and is the son of Thomas Jefferson and Anna (Siefers) Kerr. Thomas Jefferson Kerr was born at Shippingport, Pa., Feb. 26, 1858, and his wife was born in Audrain County, Mo., April 3, 1864. He is the son of Michael C. and Nancy Ann (Anderson) Kerr, natives of Beaver County, Pa. The former was born Feb. 6, 1819, and died in 1901, and the latter was born July 10, 1825, and died in 1910. Mr. Kerr was a farmer during his entire life. His son, Thomas Jefferson, engaged in farming during the early part of his life and in 1881 went to Missouri, where he remained for five years, returning to Shippingport, Pa., in 1886 he engaged in a saw mill and lumber business with his brother, Michael J. In 1897 they moved to East Liverpool, Ohio, where they engaged in the contracting business, and in 1900 established a small retail lumber business, which has since developed into one of the largest business institutions in Columbiana County. Since the death of Michael J. Kerr in 1912 the business has been conducted by Thomas J. Kerr and son, T. Burton. To Mr. and Mrs. Kerr were born two sons: T. Burton, the subject of this sketch ; and Floyd, born July 6, 1896, engaged in the lumber business here. He married Miss Myrle Fisher, of East Liverpool, and they have a son, William Floyd Kerr. T. Burton Kerr attended the public schools of Beaver County, East Liverpool High School, and attended Wooster College. He has always HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 919 been interested in the lumber business with his father. For many years the Kerr Lumber Company was extensively engaged in construction work and among some of the buildings erected by this company are the Elks Club, Neville and Klondyke schools, Stein Dry Goods Company building, and the Monroe Apartments. On Jan. 1, 1923, the company ceased its building operations and has since been dealers in builders supplies exclusively, their slogan being, "Everything for the Builder." The Kerr Lumber Company occupies five warehouses, its own railroad switch, and all supplies are unloaded into the warehouses by gravity conveyors. One warehouse is equipped with an air space under the floor, open at each end, for ventilation, thus keeping the commoditles absolutely dry. On Feb. 26, 1924, Mr. Kerr was married to Miss Mary Williams, a native of East Liverpool, and a daughter of Dr. Levi 0. and Laura (Pritchard) Williams. Dr. Williams is deceased and his wife resides at East Liverpool. Mr. Kerr is a Republican, a member of the First Presbyterian Church and belongs to the Masonic and Elks lodges, East Liverpool Country Club, Rotary Club, Chamber of Commerce, and Y. M. C. A. Raymond L. Jones, one of Salem's enterprising and progressive citizens, was born in this city, Nov. 14, 1885, the son of Richard and Emily (Beddis) Jones. Richard Jones was born in England, as was his wife. He came to the United States at an early age and settled in Salem, where he has resided since 1884. He has been in the employ of the Mullins Body Corporation during his entire residence in this city and is among the highly esteemed citizens of the community. Raymond L., the subject of this sketch, was the only child born to Mr. and Mrs. Jones. Raymond L. Jones has always lived in Salem. After completing his schooling he entered the employ of the American Steel & Wire Company and since 1913 has been chief order clerk of the local plant. In 1911 Mr. Jones was united in marriage with Miss Clara McLaughlin, of Salem, and they have a daughter, Ruth, born in 1916. Mr. Jones is a Republican and is affiliated with the Masonic and Elk lodges. He has a wide acquaintance in the community and is representative of the county's best citizenship. 920 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY Rev. R. P. Gibbons, pastor of St. Patrick's Catholic Church, Leetonia, is among the highly esteemed and influential citizens of Columbiana County. He was born in Cleveland, April 28, 1884, and is the son of John P. and Ellen (O'Connor) Gibbons. John P. Gibbons, who lives retired in Cleveland, was connected with the Sherwin-Williams Company of that city as division superintendent during his active career. Mr. and Mrs. Gibbons have the following children : Mary Ellen, a sister of Charity, Cleveland ; R. P., the subject of this sketch ; Julia and Bernard, both at home. Rev. R. P. Gibbons received his early education at Cathedral School and St. Ignatius College, Cleveland. He then attended St. Bernard's Seminary, Rochester, N. Y., and was ordained to the priesthood on June 10, 1911. He served as chaplain at the Old Soldiers' Home, Sandusky, Ohio, for one year, as assistant pastor at St. Mary's Church, Akron, Ohio, and was connected with St. Columba's Church, Youngstown, Ohio, for six years. Father Gibbons has been identified with St. Patrick's Church, Leetonia, as pastor since March 23, 1923. A new school building was erected by the church in 1924 at a cost of $38,000. The enrollment is 225 students. Work in this undertaking, as well as other church improvements, was carried on by the tireless efforts of Father Gibbons. An early history of St. Patrick's Catholic Church follows. St. Patrick's Church, Leetonia.—Leetonia, a thriving town, dependent on its coal mining and iron industries, was platted in 1866 by the Leetonia Coal and Iron Company, of which William Lee, a railroad contractor, was one of the incorporators, and from whom the village took its name. About ten years prior to this time some Catholics had settled here, having found employment in the adjacent coal mines. Their spiritual interests were looked after, monthly, or bi-monthly, on week days, by the resident pastors of Summitville, from 1856 to 1862, the Rev. Michael Prendergast being the first priest to visit them. They said Mass for them at Franklin Square, two miles from Leetonia. Between 1862 and 1864 they were attended from Louisville, by the Rev. F. C. Ludwig; and From Alliance between 1864 and 1867, by the Rev. F. Moitrier, who was the first priest to say Mass in the town of Leetonia. In the latter year the Rev. HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 921 M. Mulcahy, a Basilian, one of the professors at St. Louis' College, Louisville, was charged with the care of Leetonia. In October, 1868, he was succeeded by the Rev. E. W. J. Lindesmith, pastor of Alliance. Father Lindesmith was appointed the first resident pastor of Leetonia, in May, 1872, and remained till July, 1880. Mass was said in private houses until December, 1868. In the fall of that year Father Lindesmith built the first church, a frame building, 40x60 feet, on a lot that had been bought in October, 1867. The church was used for divine services for the first time on Christmas day, 1868. Its interior was finished in the following spring. The church, when completed, was entirely paid for. It was dedicated to St. Barbara, patroness of miners—the congregation, at that time, numbering about 65 families, being composed almost entirely of miners. During the pastorate of Father Lindesmith five more lots, each 60x220 feet, were bought, thus giving the entire property a frontage of 360 feet. The six lots cost $6,400. Their location on the north side of Main Street is admirable. Father Lindesmith built the present frame pastoral residence in 1872. He also bought the beautiful cemetery now in use ; lt comprises nearly nine acres. In August, 1880, Father Lindesmith was appointed chaplain in the U. S. Army, by President Hayes. His successor in the pastorate of Leetonia was the Rev. W. J. Fitzgerald, who shortly after his arrival began preparations for building a new church, as the congregation had outgrown the old. His parishioners subscribed quite liberally for that object, thus encouraging their young and energetic pastor. In the fall of 1880 he had plans drawn for a Gothic brick church, for which he received Bishop Gilmour's approbation. In the spring of the following year ground was broken for the foundation, near the western line of the parish property, and on Sunday, July 3, the cornerstone of the new church was blessed and laid by Bishop Gilmour. The handsome structure was brought under roof by October, 1881, and with its interior unfinished was used for the first time, in December of the same year. Father Fitzgerald had intended to complete the church in 1882, but Almighty God, in his unfathomable wisdom, had decreed otherwise. During his brief career the good priest, by his amiability, earnestness and zeal, had won the hearts of his people, and the respect of all of the citizens of Leetonia, without creed or class distinction. After a short illness, when all looked bright and promising to him, the Angel of Death summoned him before his Maker, on March 922 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY 22, 1882. His unexpected demise was a great affliction for his devout people and a distinct loss not only to his parish, and Leetonia, but also to the diocese. His death was sincerely mourned by all who knew him and his sterling worth. Pending the appointment of his successor, the Rev. James O'Leary attended the parish from Alliance for six weeks. The Rev. John C. Desmond was appointed to the pastorate of Leetonia in May, 1882. He placed the parochial school in charge of four Sisters of St. Joseph. It had been organized during the administration of Father Lindesmith, in 1869, a part of the first church having been used for that purpose it was conducted by lay teachers. Owing however to lack of means it was discontinued in 1872, and not re-opened until the advent of Father Desmond. During the summer of 1882, at an expense of about $1,000, he had the old church fitted up as a school, and the pastoral residence considerably improved. In the following year he enlarged the school, built a residence for the Sisters and had a furnace placed in the church. The building and improvements cost $2,000. In October, 1884, Father Desmond was succeeded by the Rev. Edward J. Murphy, who a few months later made arrangements for finishing the interior of the church. He called a meeting of the congregation for the purpose of getting their views on the subject. It was unanimously resolved to go on with the work, and the members responded generously with their subscriptions. Father Murphy, thus encouraged, had the carpentering, plastering, frescoing, stained glass windows, and elegant furnishings, such as altars, pews, etc., done by competent persons, with the result that the church (52 by 100), beautiful and artistic in every detail, was ready for dedication in the fall of 1887. The ceremony was performed by Bishop Gilmour on Sunday, October 23, of that year, and St. Patrick was chosen the patron of the new church. It has a prominent position, located as it is on one of the highest elevations in the town. The church cost about $20,000, inclusive of altars, pews, etc. At an expense of $1,600 a fine bell and an artistic set of Stations were secured in 1889, and in the following year the former heating apparatus was replaced by a steam heater. A stone wall, and a stone sidewalk run along the entire front of the church property, which, wlth its buildings, presents a very attractive appearance. In September, 1892, the Sisters of St. Joseph were succeeded in the charge of the parish school by the Sisters of the Humility of Mary. They remained until June, 1900. HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 923 R. W. Olott is well and favorably known in Lisbon. He was born there, July 26, 1884, and is the son of Charles and Anna (Burbick) Olott, deceased. After completing his schooling at Lisbon, R. W. Olott did clerical work for several years, and then became interested in the theatrical business, as manager of the Grand Theatre of Lisbon, then owned by F. P. Burbick, an uncle of Mr. Olott. He now operates the American Theatre at Leetonia, Ohio. On May 3, 1907, Mr. Olott was married to Miss Bertha A. Simkins, of Elkton, the daughter of Frank and Josephine (Eaton) Simkins. They have a daughter, Thelma May, born Sept. 13, 1909. Politically, Mr. Olott is an independent voter. He and his family hold membership in the Presbyterian Church and are highly esteemed in the community in which they live. H. H. Thorn, division superintendent of transportation for the Steubenville, East Liverpool and Beaver Valley Traction Company, is an enterprising and progressive citizen of Columbiana County. He was born near Palestine, Wirt County, W. Va., Nov. 3, 1880, and is the son of Thomas H. and Cintilla (Seaman) Thorn. Thomas H. Thorn was a farmer and owned a well improved farm of 124 acres in Wirt County, W. Va. He was a Democrat and a member of the Methodist Church. To Mr. and Mrs. Thorn, who are deceased, the following children were born : Dora, married P. Sheppard, lives in Wirt County ; T. D., lives at Wellsville, Ohio ; Hugh H., the subject of this sketch ; W. A., lives in Ohio ; Grover C., deceased ; Edwina, married Floyd Tompkins, lives at Niles, Ohio ; Violet, married Bert King, lives at Newell, W. Va.; and F. S., lives in Wirt County, W. Va. H. H. Thorn spent his boyhood on his father's farm and in early life engaged in farming .and mining. In 1903 he came to East Liverpool and has since been identified with the East Liverpool Traction and Light Company. He was appointed to his present position in 1925. Mr. Thorn married Miss Vinnie Scheuvrant, a native of Wirt County, W. Va., the daughter of J. A. and Minerva (Dagget) Scheuvrant. Mr. Scheuvrant is deceased and his widow resides in Wirt County. To Mr. 924 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY and Mrs. Thorn were born one daughter and one son: Garnet, died in February, 1922, was the wife of F. Booth, of Niles, Ohio, and they had a son, Hugh, born in 1920 ; Vivian, died at the age of three years. Mr. Thorn is a Democrat and a member of the Baptist Church. He is an excellent citizen and holds the respect of the entire community. Albert E. Frosch, one of East Liverpool's representative and successful young business men, was born in Pittsburgh, Dec. 2, 1887, and is the son of Paul E. and Mary (Vogel) Frosch. Paul E. Frosch was born in Germany and when 15 years of age came. to this country with his parents and settled in Pittsburgh. He was a butcher and finally established a wholesale and retail meat packing establishment in Pittsburgh, where he spent the remainder of his life. He died in 1905 and is buried in Pittsburgh, Pa., where his wife also lived until her death Dec. 11, 1925. She was the daughter of Frederick Vogel, who was successfully engaged in the dairy business in Pittsburgh and later engaged in the real estate business. To Mr. and Mrs. Frosch two children were born : Betty, a graduate of California State Normal School, lives in Pittsburgh ; and Albert E., the subject of this sketch, resides in East Liverpool. Albert E. Frosch attended the public and high schools of Pittsburgh, was graduated from Pittsburgh Academy in 1903 and from Cornell University in 1909, receiving a degree as Civil Engineer. After graduation until 1916 he was employed by the United States government as a junior engineer in the design and building of locks and dams on the Ohio River. Later he was field engineer for the Koppers Company of Pittsburgh, engaged in the building of the Clairton Bi-Products Coke Plant for the Carnegie Steel Company at Clairton, Pa. This is the largest coke plant in the world. In 1917 Mr. Frosch went to Morgan, N. J., as assistant chief engineer and later chief engineer for the T. A. Gillespie Loading Company, again working for the ordnance department of the United States government, engaged in the design, construction and operation at Morgan, N. J., of the largest shell loading plant in the world. His next business connection was as chief engineer with the General Contracting Corporation of Pittsburgh, with whom he remained until 1921. He was then HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 925 identified with the sand and gravel business in Wheeling, W. Va., later served as chief engineer in charge of the building of the Powhatan Mine of the Cleveland & Western Coal Company, at Powhatan, Ohio. In January, 1924, Mr. Frosch and associates took over the East Liverpool Sand Company, which was organized in 1917. The officers are: George C. Ross, Parkersburg, W. Va., president ; Albert E. Frosch, vice president and general manager ; and H. D. Hoffman, East Liverpool, secretary and treasurer. The East Liverpool Sand Company, dealers in sand, gravel and cement, has become one of the leading industrial enterprises of Ohio, with plants at East Liverpool, Ohio, and Leetonia, Ohio. Fifty men are employed, and the equipment of the company is complete and up to date. The plant at East Liverpool is steam operated, while that at Leetonia is electrically operated. The daily capacity of the two plants is 7,000 tons of screened and washed material and shipments are made by rail, river, or truck. On Nov. 1, 1924, Mr. Frosch was united in marriage with Miss Emma Elizabeth Kendrick, of Pittsburgh, and the daughter of John and Mary (McGillick) Kendrick, both deceased. Mr. Frosch is a member of the Knoxville Presbyterian Church, Pittsburgh, is affiliated with Dallas Lodge No. 508, F. & A. M., Pennsylvania Consistory, 32nd degree, a member of the Syria Temple Ancient Arabic Order Nobles of the Mystic Shrine, and belongs to the Rotary Club, East Liverpool Country Club, and the Chamber of Commerce. He is a Republican and is prominent in the community in which he lives. Elmer E. Carey is well and favorably known in East Liverpool, where he is secretary of the Loyal Order of Moose, No. 122. He was born in this city, Feb. 1, 1882, and is the son of Samuel W. and Sarah E. (Drummond) Carey. Samuel W. Carey, deceased, was a native of Hookstown, Pa., born Jan. 16, 1841. His wife was born at New Castle, Pa., in 1842. Mr. Carey served throughout the Civil War with the Pennsylvania Heavy Artillery and died in May, 1917. He settled in East Liverpool in 1872, where he engaged in the painting contracting business for many years. His wife died Nov. 27, 1918, and they are buried in Spring Grove Cemetery, East 926 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY Liverpool. Mr. Carey was a member of the Methodist Church and the Grand Army of the Republic. There were ten children in the Carey family, as follows: Harry, died at Trenton, N. J., in December, 1921; James, died in 1884 ; Ida May and Minnie, both died in 1877 ; William, died in 1922 ; George, mention of whom is made below ; Frank, died in 1879; Mary, died in 1909; Elmer E., the subject of this sketch ; and Jess, lives at Richmond, Cal. George (Scoops) Carey, who died in 1919, was a well known professional base ball player. He was a member of the Baltimore team in 1905 when they won the world's championship, and he was later a member of the Washington team, American league, the Philadelphia Athletics, Memphis (Tenn.) of the Southern League; Little Rock (Ark.) and Grand Rapids (Mich.) teams. He was a first baseman and was nicknamed "Scoops" for the clever manner in which he "scooped" the ball off the ground. Elmer E. Carey received his education in the public schools of East Liverpool and is a potter by trade. He is employed by the Hall China Company, East Liverpool. In April, 1925, Mr. Carey was elected secretary of the Loyal Order of Moose for a term of three years. Mr. Carey was married Feb. 3, 1903, to Miss Annie Moore, of East Liverpool, the daughter of Alfred and Sadie (Moore) Moore, both deceased. Mr. and Mrs. Moore were natives of England. Mr. and Mrs. Carey have had five children: Ruth, born in 1908, died ln 1915 ; Harry, died in 1920 ; Elmer E., Jr., born July, 1907 ; George, born in 1914, and Delores, born in January, 1924. Elmer E. Carey managed the East Liverpool base ball club for ten years and was a pitcher and outfielder. He was the only semi-pro pitcher to pitch a no-hit game against a semi-pro team in this city. He is a Republican, and a member of the Methodist Church. John W. Post, former mayor of Salem and well known business man of Columbiana County, is a native of Pennsylvania. He was born in Venango County, March 21, 1869, the son of Joseph and Mary C. (Wakefield) Post. Joseph Post was born at Franklin Square, Salem Township, Columbiana County in 1845. He was an oil operator during his active career HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 927 and after the close of the Civil War removed to Pennsylvania, where he remained until 1899. He then returned to Salem, where he died in 1900. His wife was born at Saltsburg, Pa., in 1850, and now resides in Salem. Three children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Post: John W., the subject of this sketch ; Daisy and Edmund C., both deceased. John W. Post was reared and educated at Bradford, Pa., and has engaged in auctioneering his entire life. In 1920 he was elected mayor of Salem, which office he held for two terms. He has also served as constable of Perry Township two terms. On April 9, 1920, Mr. Post was married at Lisbon, Ohio, to Miss Laura Locke, of Sharpsville, Pa., the daughter of John and Emmeline (Frye) Locke. Mr. Locke died in 1919 and his widow resides at Conneautville, Pa. Mr. and Mrs. Post have a son, Joseph W., born March 26, 1921. Mr. Post is a Republican. He is held in high regard throughout the community and is an excellent citizen. J. E. Hannahs is a reliable and substantial citizen of Wellsville. He is freight agent for the Pennsylvania Railroad at East Liverpool, but lives at Wellsville. He was born at Calais, Ohio, Nov. 20, 1882, and is the son of A. J. and P. R. (Rockwell) Hannahs. A. J. Hannahs, who lives retired at Bowersville, Ohio, is one of the pioneer school teachers of the state. He was connected with the district schools of Ohio for 48 years and now lives retired. Mr. and Mrs. Hannahs have five children, as follows: C. 0., lives at Wheeling, W. Va.; J. W., deceased ; J. E., the subject of this sketch ; Anna, married N. A. Stephen, lives at Calais, Ohio ; and Mary O., married R. J. Foose, lives at Wheeling, W Va. J. E. Hannahs attended the public schools of Calais, Ohio, and in 1901 became connected with the Pennsylvania Railroad in the freight division. In 1904 he was transferred to Bellaire, Ohio, and in 1913 to East Liverpool as chief clerk. He has served in his present position since August, 1920. and is thoroughly capable in his work. On Nov. 24, 1904, Mr. Hannahs was united in marriage with Miss Elizabeth M. McCormick, who was born at Beaver, Pa., April 16, 1881, and the daughter of Nathaniel and Sarah (Reed) McCormick. Mr. Mc- 928 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY Cormick, a Civil War veteran, died in July, 1916. His wife lives at Beaver, Pa. Mr. and Mrs. McCormick were the parents of the following children : Rev. J. H., a minister of the United Presbyterian Church, Slippery Rock, Pa.; Agnes, married Rev. J. T. Mitchell, lives at Moss Grove, Pa.; R. D., a farmer, lives in Beaver County, Pa.; Emma, married Adrian Horger, lives at Lebanon, Pa.; W. B., lives in Pennsylvania ; Myrtle, lives in Beaver County, Pa.; Mrs. Hannahs ; C. C., lives at Boise, Idaho ; Orville, deceased ; Wallace, lives at Elwood City, Pa.; Ada, married C. W. Horger, lives at East Liverpool; Stella, deceased ; and John, lives at Rochester, Pa. To Mr. and Mrs. Hannahs were born two children: Helen L., born in 1906, was graduated from Wellsville High School and from Muskingum College in 1925, a teacher in the schools of East Liverpool ; and Paul J., born Oct. 9, 1907, was graduated from Wellsville High School in 1925. Mr. Hannahs is a Republican and holds membership in the United Presbyterian Church. He and his family have a wide acquaintance in Columbiana County and many friends. Conrad Berg is a prominent citizen and successful business man of Leetonia, where he is proprietor of the Leetonia Bretzel Bakery. He was born in Alliance, Ohio, May 1, 1873, and is the son of Henry and Elizabeth (Miller) Berg. Both parents were born in Hesse-Darmstadt, Germany, and came to America in 1869. Having learned the trade of a baker, Conrad Berg engaged in that business in his native town for two years and then purchased an interest in the pretzel bakery in Leetonia in 1899. This plant was established in Columbiana in 1887 by F. H. Reighart, who conducted the business there until 1890 when it was removed to Leetonia. Nine years later he sold out to Mr. Berg and Mr. Freel. After operating the plant for 18 months with his partner, Mr. Berg bought the latter's interest and has since been sole proprietor. In July, 1903, Mr. Berg had the misfortune to lose his buildings by fire, but were immediately rebuilt. At present the Leetonia Bretzel Bakery finds market and distribution of its products in nine different states of the union, shipping to principal cities such as Chicago, Cleveland, Pittsburgh, Omaha, and Buffalo. The factory has a daily output of 4500 pounds, or 135,000 pretzels. HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 929 In 1892 Mr. Berg was united in marriage with Miss Cora Steelman, deceased. To them were born four sons: Edward Walter, owner of the Auto Machine Company and Berg Chevrolet Company, of Salem, O., Washingtonville, Ohio ; Earl Conrad, is now at home ; Lawrence Floyd, associated in business with his father; and George Henry. In 1909 Mr. Berg was married to Miss Laura M. Royer, and they have a daughter, Helen M. In politics Mr. Berg is a Democrat and has served as a member of the city council, as mayor of Leetonia, and as a member of the Columbiana County Liquor License Commission. In 1922 he was elected county commissioner. He is a member of the Lutheran Church and is affiliated with the Masonic Lodge, Elks and Eagle lodges, Moose, V. C. T. and K. 0. T. M., and belongs to the Kiwanis Club. William K. George, who lives retired in Madison Township, is a veteran of the Civil War and one of the interesting pioneers of Columbiana County. He was born in the first log cabin built in Madison Township, Sept. 16, 1844, and is the son of David Hunter and Christina Jane George. David Hunter George was a native of Jefferson County, Ohio. He settled in Columbiana County in 1839 and purchased a tract of 208 acres in Madison Township, the purchase price being 600 barrels of salt. In 1845 he built a fine brick home on the place, and this is among the old landmarks of the county. Mr. George died Dec. 16, 1861, and his wife died in 1898. They had the following children: J. Newton, deceased, was a Civil War veteran, first enlisting, during the call for 75,000 men, in the Twelfth Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteers and after becoming sick with measles he returned home and organized a company which was formed into Company B, 143rd Ohio Volunteer Infantry, of which he was captain ; Thomas P., lives retired at McDonald, Pa. ; Willlam K., the subject of this sketch ; John Jay, deceased ; Robert Elwood, lives retired at Youngstown, Pa.; Isabel J., deceased, married Rev. S. J. Kyle, who lives in York County, Pa. ; and Margaret, died in 1861. William K. George attended the district schools and in 1864 enlisted in Company B, 143rd Ohio Volunteer Infantry. He was discharged Sept. 16, 1865. Mr. George built his present home in 1873 and now lives retired. 930 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY He has ranked among the leading farmers and stockmen of this section for many years and his farm was one of the attractive spots of the county. On Nov. 8, 1866, Mr. George was united in marriage with Miss Ida Irene Wilcoxson, a native of Pennsylvania, born June 3, 1848, the daughter of Joseph and Sarah (Jenkins) Wilcoxson, both deceased. Mr. Wilcoxson died Sept. 28, 1901, and his wife died Jan. 10, 1902. Mrs. George died Sept. 6, 1924, and is buried at Lisbon, Ohio. To Mr. and Mrs. George were born four sons: Harry B., born Jan. 10, 1869, a retired druggist, lives at Lisbon, Ohio ; Dr. J. Bert, born April 12, 1872, a dentist at East Liverpool ; Fred H., born Dec. 30, 1875, revenue collector for the 18th District, Columbiana County, lives on his father's farm in Madison Township ; and William Kyle, born May 6, 1881, a druggist in Youngstown, Ohio. Mr. George has seven grandchildren : Mildred, Virginia, Marion, Alice, Mary Irene, Willard, and Fred H. George. Mr. George is a Republican and has held several important township offices. He is a member of the United Presbyterian Church and the Grand Army of the Republic. He is held in high regard and has always been a reliable citizen of the community. William W. Stroup is a member of a prominent pioneer family of Columbiana County, where he has spent his entire life. He was born in Knox Township, Aprll 20, 1866, and is the son of Eli and Lucinda (Weaver) Stroup. Eli Stroup was born on the Stroup homestead in Knox Township, Cambria County, and his wife was also a native of this township. He operated the farm for many years after his father's death and provided for his mother and brothers and sisters. He later owned the place, which is among the attractive old homesteads of Cambria County. Mr. Stroup accepted the call to the ministry in later life and became the pastor and elder of the Church of the Brethren at Reading, in Knox Township, which position he filled until his death, in November, 1898. His widow lives in Knox Township. To Mr. and Mrs. Stroup the following children were born: Allen J., operates the home place ; Laura E., died at the age of 14 years ; Sarah C., died in 1905, was the wife of C. V. Johnson; Vinnie B., married 0. C. Halm, lives at Homeworth ; Mary A., married H. H. HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 931 Sanor, lives at Homeworth; Odessa J., married Ira Kimes, lives at Homeworth ; Ada L., married A. L. Stoffer, lives at Homeworth ; Leola May, married H. E. Stoffer, lives at Paris, Ohio ; Nettie V., married Arthur Johnson, and she died in March, 1923; and William W., the subject of this sketch. William W. Stroup spent his boyhood on the farm and attended district school No. 6, Knox Township, as well as a select school at Homeworth. He also attended Mt. Union College, where he took a commercial course. He received his first teaching certificate when 16 years of age and two years later began teaching during the winter months and farming in the summer season. Since 1904 he has devoted his time almost exclusively to teaching, being made principal of the North Georgetown School in that year. In 1909 he was made principal of the first rural township high school organized at this place and served there until 1914, when the new school code became effective, at which time he was elected district superintendent of schools for District No. 1, of Columbiana County, which consisted of Knox, West and Hanover townships. Later, Franklin, Wayne and Washington townships were added to the district. Mr. Stroup continued in this work until 1921, when the districts were changed and he became an assistant superintendent to the county superintendent of schools, Prof. J. W. Moore being county superintendent. In January, 1922, he was compelled to give up the work on account of ill health. However, in the fall of that year his health improved considerably and Mr. Stroup accepted the princlpalship of the Knox Township High School, which position he now fills. Mr. Stroup planned the first rural route for the free delivery of mail from the Homeworth post office, and his petition to the government inspector resulted in the rural route service being established in 1903, although at the time he met with considerable opposition from the townspeople, who feared that rural mail service would be a detriment to the town's business. On June 4, 1891, Mr. Stroup was united in marriage with Miss Ida J. Stoffer, of Knox Township, the daughter of Lewis J. and Amanda E. (Dice) Stoffer, both deceased. Mr. Stoffer died March 12, 1916, and his wife died July 18, 1924. They were natives of Ohio. To Mr. and Mrs. Stroup were born two children : Earl W., who lives on the old Stroup homestead ; and Nellie F., a graduate of Manchester Normal College, N. 932 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY Manchester, Ind. She is a teacher in the schools of North Canton, Ohio, and holds a life certificate. In politics, Mr. Stroup is identified with the Democratic party, although he has always considered the character of the candidate more important than the party. He served as township assessor for two terms when quite a young man, but has never held any other public office. He holds membership in the Church of the Brethren and is superintendent of the Reading Sunday School at present. He is also chairman of the Board of Religious Education of the Church of the Brethren of Northeast Ohio. Mr. Stroup has served as president of the Columbiana County Teachers Institute for a number of years and has always been prominent in school affairs of the county. The original deed to the Stroup homestead in Knox Township, signed to James Monroe, Sept. 10, 1823, and recorded in county records, Vol. L., page 361, conveys the Stroup homestead as spoken of to William Stroup, who later conveyed it to George Stroup in 1837. Eli Sharp, father of the subject of this sketch, received a deed for it in 1866, and William W. Stroup purchased it in 1911, and is still the owner. A tax receipt in the possession of Mr. Stroup, dated Dec. 17, 1829, shows the tax for the farm in the year of 1828 to be $1.28 another dated in 1845 records the annual tax as $3.31; and the 1924 receipt shows the tax on the property amounting to $114.66. R. H. Keay, a citizen of Wellsville, highly esteemed for his integrity and industry, was born in England, Sept. 3, 1868, and is the son of Richard and Ann (Davis) Keay. Both Richard Keay and his wife spent their entire lives in England and are now deceased. R. H., the subject of this sketch, was thelr only child. R. H. Keay was educated in England and in 1892 came to this country. He was employed in the mines of Pennsylvania for almost a year, spent several years at Leechburg, Pa., and in 1900 came to Columbiana County and entered the employ of the American Sheet & Tin Plate Company at Wellsville, with whom he has since remained. On June 21, 1894, Mr. Keay was united in marriage with Miss Lucy Rosanna Young, of Pennsylvania, born April 30, 1874, and the daughter HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 933 of Henry and Louise (Klingensmith) Young, both deceased. Six children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Young: Samuel Henry, lives at Leechburg, Pa.; George, lives at Vandergrift, Pa.; Andrew, lives at Vandergrift, Pa. ; Mary, the widow of Ross Beatty, lives at Leechburg, Pa.; Mrs. Keay ; and Laura, married Hugh Kepple, lives in Westmoreland County, Pa. To R. H. and Lucy Rosanna (Young) Keay nine children have been born, as follows : Lillian Elva, born Nov. 27, 1895, was graduated from Ohio State Normal College in 1923, teaches in Wellsville Public School; Richard Russell, born Nov. 17, 1896, was graduated from Miami University in 1922, teaches school in Cleveland, and is a World War veteran ; Laura Grace, born Feb. 3, 1899, a teacher, died Jan. 29, 1919 ; Sarah, born March 27, 1902, married June 27, 1922, to James Heckathorne, lives at Wellsville, and they have a daughter, Dorothy Grace, born Sept. 6, 1924; Leonard H., born Dec. 5, 1904, was graduated from Wellsville High School in 1923, lives at home ; Esther, born July 3, 1907, was graduated from Wellsville High School in 1925 ; Clarence B., born Sept. 22, 1909 ; Dorothy, born June 25, 1912; and Charles E., born Aug. 9, 1915, died Dec. 29, 1916. Mr. Keay is a Republican and he and his family hold membership in the Episcopal Church. They are substantial citizens of Columbiana County and well known. Earl W. Stroup, of Homeworth, is one of Columbiana County's successful and well known farmers. He was born in Knox Township, and is a son of W. W. and Ida (Stoller) Stroup. W. W. Stroup, owner of the Crystal Spring Farm in Knox Township, is among Columbiana County's substantial citizens. He was born on the farm, where he resides, in 1867, and is the son of the late Rev. Eli Stroup. The Stroup family were early settlers of this section and settled in Knox Township over 100 years ago. Earl W. Stroup attended the public schools of Georgetown and Ohio State University, after which he engaged in teaching school for one year. He operates 73 acres of well improved land and is a successful stock raiser, and has won several prizes at corn and grain shows. In November, 1917, Mr. Stroup was married to Miss Carrie Sutton of Jefferson County, Ohio, the daughter of George and Elizabeth (McLean) 934 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY Sutton. Mr. Sutton is deceased and his wife resides with the Stroup family. Three children have been born to Mr. and Mrs. Stroup: Atlee L., born Nov. 3, 1918; one child died in infancy ; and Lowell J., born Aug. 12, 1922. Mr. Stroup is a member of the Brethren Church and he and his wife are highly esteemed in their community. Samuel J. Hannum, an enterprising and well known business man of Wellsville, is a native of Columbiana County. He was born at Salineville, April 2, 1886, and is the son of Andrew and Margaret E. (Moore) Hannum. Andrew Hannum, who lives retired at Salineville, was a merchant during his active career. His wife died Feb. 22, 1915. They had four children : William, lives in East Liverpool ; Samuel J., the subject of this sketch; Alice and Fred, deceased. Samuel J. Hannum was graduated from the public and high schools of Salineville, Ohio Valley Business College, and received his degree from the school of pharmacy, the University of Pittsburgh, in 1909. He followed his profession at Massillon, Canton, Steubenville, and Toronto, Ohio, and Wheeling, W. Va. In August, 1916, he engaged in the drug business at Wellsville. He has been very successful and Hannum's drug store is among the well patronized shops of the city. Mr. Hannum is a Republican, a member of the Methodist Church, and is affiliated with the Elks Lodge and the Kiwanis Club. He is a 32nd degree Mason. Clyde C. Fulton, an enterprising young man of Wellsville, is a veteran of the World War. He was born at French Lick Springs, Ind., Feb. 10, 1894, and is the son of John and Mary (Applegate) Fulton. John Fulton is a native of Orange County, Ind., as is his wife. They have lived in Wellsville since 1901, where Mr. Fulton is employed in the potteries. He is a Democrat, a member of the Christian Church, and belongs to the Modern Woodmen of America. Mr. and Mrs. Fulton are the parents of seven children, as follows: William, deceased ; Daisy, married Raymond Harper, lives in Cleveland; Clyde C., the subject of this HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 935 sketch. Erma, married Frank Smith, lives in Cleveland ; Verna, Nellie and John, all at home. Clyde C. Fulton attended the public schools of Wellsville and since 1909 has been in the employ of the American Sheet & Tin Plate Company. During the World War Mr. Fulton was inducted into service and was with Battery E, 18th Field Artillery, 3rd Division. He served overseas and was discharged Aug. 24, 1919, after having been with the army of occupation in Germany. On Aug. 1, 1924, Mr. Fulton was united in marriage with Miss Henrietta Geisse, who was born in Wellsville, Jan. 21, 1905, the daughter of Frank and Emily (Campbell) Geisse. Mr. and Mrs. Geisse, who live in Yellow Creek Township, are the parents of six children : Thelma, at home ; Mrs. Fulton ; June, Raymond, Clara and Emily, all at home. To Mr. and Mrs. Fulton a daughter has been born, Yvonne Emily, born in 1925. Mr. Fulton is a member of the Christian Church and belongs to the Veterans of Foreign Wars. He is a Democrat and is popular among his many friends and acquaintances. Elwood Walton Jackson is a substantial and highly esteemed citizen of Columbiana County. He was born in Butler Township, Sept. 22, 1876, and is a son of William and Lucinda (Shively) Jackson. William Jackson, deceased, was born in Richland County, Ohio, the son of John Jackson, who settled in Columbiana County at an early date. Four of John Jackson's sons lost their lives while serving in the Civil War. He died in 1894. William Jackson, father of the subject of this sketch, was a stone mason by trade. He died June 22, 1924, and his wife, a native of Columbiana County, died in 1921. Elwood Walton Jackson attended the schools of Georgetown and when a young man learned the blacksmith's trade, at which he has been continuously employed. He has conducted his own business at Homeworth since 1900, and is well established. On Jan. 31, 1898, Mr. Jackson was united in marriage with Miss Blanche Winder, of Hanover Township, Columbiana County, the daughter of L. H. Winder and Helen (Degroff) Winder. Mr. Winder is deceased and his wife resides at Homeworth. To Mr. and Mrs. Jackson were born 936 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY five children : Cordelia Alice, married Plummer Ickes, lives in Knox Township ; Blanche Pearl, married Harry Behner, lives at Homeworth, Ohio ; Eunice Laverne, Virgil Walton and Frank Donald, all at home. Mr. Jackson is a Democrat and a member of the Lutheran Church. He and his family are favorably known in the county. Rev. John A. Armstrong, who lives retired at Wellsville, is one of the highly esteemed and honored pioneer citizens of Columbiana County. He is a veteran of the Civil War. Mr. Armstrong was born in Washington County, Pa., Jan. 24, 1844, and is the son of James and Jane (Patterson) Armstrong. James Armstrong was born in Ireland, Feb. 4, 1800. When he was two years of age his family came to the United States and settled in Washington County, Pa., where he spent the remainder of his life as a farmer. He died March 13, 1865, and his wife died Jan. 15, 1885. They are buried in Washington County, Pa. To Mr. and Mrs. Armstrong the following children were born : James P., died March 27, 1907 ; Esther A., died in 1904, was the wife of David Liggett ; Joseph, a Civil War veteran, died in 1913 ; Elizabeth, died in 1923, was the wife of Robert Dever ; Samuel S., a Civil War veteran, died Oct. 2, 1923 ; Thomas J., a Civil War veteran, lives retired in Cincinnati, Ohio ; John A., the subject of this sketch ; Sarah C., died in 1861; and M. L., lives in Los Angeles, Calif. John A. Armstrong received his education in the district schools and began life as a farmer. He enlisted in 1863 for service during the Civil War and was with Company K, 46th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry. He participated in many major engagements of the war and was discharged July 15, 1865. Mr. Armstrong has lived at Wellsville since 1888 and has been a minister of the Christian Church since 1880. He also had various business interests during his active career and was an owner of a small tract of land before coming to Wellsville. On Sept. 20, 1866, Mr. Armstrong was united in marriage with Miss Sarah C. Hanen, who was born in Ohio, July 2, 1848, the daughter of John and Nancy (Rawlston) Hanen, both deceased. Mr. Hanen was an extensive breeder of sheep in Washington County, Pa., for many years and was widely known. To Mr. and Mrs. Armstrong were born three HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 937 children : John Charles, born Aug. 3, 1868, lives at Wellsville, where he is connected with the Pennsylvania Railroad ; Emerson L., born Aug. 6, 1871, lives at Wellsville and is an engineer on the Pennsylvania Railroad ; and Oscar A., who was a passenger conductor on the Pennsylvania railroad, born Feb. 27, 1879, died Nov. 17, 1921. Mr. Armstrong has been a life long Republican, and is affiliated with the Masonic Lodge, Independent Order of Odd Fellows and Knights of Pythias, is a member of the Grand Army of the Republic of East Liverpool, General Lyons Post No. 46 and for the past three years has been chaplin, preaching a good many of the old soldier's funerals. He is widely known and is among the leading pioneer citizens of the county. Charles Ellsworth Oliver, editor of The Daily Leader of East Palestine, is among the representative citizens of Columbiana County. He was born on a farm near McConnelsville, Ohio, Sept. 7, 1862, the son of Thomas B. and Nancy (Hanson) Oliver. The Oliver family is of Irish and New England descent. Charles Ellsworth Oliver spent his boyhood on a farm, attended the public schools of Morgan County, Beverly Academy, Scio, and Mount Union colleges. Early in life he began teaching in the schools of his native county. In 1885 he removed to New Alexandria, Jefferson County, Ohio, where he taught in the schools of New Alexandria, Brilliant, and Mingo Junction for 15 years. About 1900 he settled in East Palestine, where he was appointed superintendent of schools and later inspector of high schools, having received the latter appointment from State Commissioner Frank W. Miller. He held this position for nine years and in 1922 became editor of the Daily Leader of East Palestine. Newspaper work has always been Mr. Oliver's ambition and he is intensely interested in it. In February, 1885, Mr. Oliver was married to Miss Anna Minser of Stockport, Ohio, and to them were born five children : Bertha Juniata, deceased ; Gladys Ione, Cecil Chalmers, Glenn Franklin, and Loren Hanson. Mrs. Oliver died at Mingo Junction, Ohio, in 1897. In 1899 Mr. Oliver married Miss Elizabeth Ann Dodd of New Alexandria. Mr. Oliver is a member of the Methodist Church and superintendent of the Sunday School and is greatly interested in the christian education 938 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY of the young. As a member of the Democratic party he has always taken an active part in politics, believing in the tenets of his party as best suited to the common man. Albert Wesley Ferren, mayor of East Palestine, is a representative citizen and successful business man of Columbiana County. He was born at St. Clairsville, Belmont County, Ohio, March 2, 1867, the son of James and Caroline (Tipton) Ferren. James Ferren, deceased, was a native of St. Clairsville, and his wife was born at Flushing, Ohio. He was a contractor and cooper by trade and died in 1913. His widow resides at Monessen, Pa. Mr. and Mrs. Ferren were the parents of three children : Mrs. Laura Emerson, lives with her mother at Monessen, Pa.; Harry, died at St. Clairsville in 1908 ; and Albert Wesley, the subject of this sketch. Albert Wesley Ferren received his education at St. Clairsville and began his business career as a clerk in one of the stores of the Atlantic Tea Company, of which he was later manager. He served as storekeper and purchasing agent for the National Tin Plate Company for five years at Monessen, Pa., and was later purchasing agent for the Page Woven Wire Fence Company for 16 years. He also served in this capacity for the McGraw Tire & Rubber Company, East Palestine. Mr. Ferren is now extensively engaged in the real estate and insurance business. In June, 1891, Mr. Ferren was united in marriage with Miss Minnie McCabe, of Sewickley, Pa., who died in February, 1902. She was the daughter of James and Arabella McCabe. Mr. McCabe died in February, 1889, and his wife died in 1924. To Albert Wesley and Minnie (McCabe) Ferren were born three children: Dorothy Sherrill lives at Tampa, Florida ; James A., lives at Pittsburgh, Pa.; and Frank E., lives at Allen-port, Pa. In 1914 Mr. Ferren was married to Miss Jessie Sutman of Monessen, Pa., and they have a daughter, Mildred Marie Ferren. Mr. Ferren is a member of the Methodist Church and is affiliated with East Palestine Lodge F. & A. M., No. 417, East Palestine Chapter No. 204, R. A. M., East Palestine Council, No. 123, R. & S. M., Carson Lodge of Perfection, Cutler Council Princes of Jerusalem, Drummond Chapter Rose Croix, A. A. S. R. Valley of Steubenville, Lake Erie Con- HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 939 sistory, S. P. R. S., 32nd degree Cleveland, Knights of Pythias, and Order of Eastern Star. Mr. Ferren is a Republican and is the first mayor of the city of East Palestine. He was elected in November, 1921, and again in 1923, serving from January 1, 1922, until Dec. 31, 1925. This was a period of storm and stress in the early effort to enforce prohibition. Mr. Ferren early gained a reputation for strict enforcement, and because of this, scores of "liquor cases" were brought to his court from other portions of the county where enforcement was not being taken seriously. He was strict but just. He gained for himself the sobriquet of "the praying mayor," owing to the fact that he never entered into the trial of a case without asking Divine guidance. His success as mayor is one of the most outstanding accomplishments in the civic history of East Palestine. Rev. G. W. Beaver, pastor of St. Jacob's Reformed Church, Lisbon, is a leading and influential citizen of Columbiana County. He was born in Pennsylvania, Feb. 3, 1871, and is the son of Mathew G. and Catherine (Baker) Beaver. Mathew G. Beaver, deceased, was a veteran of the Civil War. He was born in Pennsylvania and in 1894 removed with his family to Columbiana County. He served with the 78th Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry, during the Civil War under General Thomas. Mr. Beaver died Aug. 26, 1915, and his wife resides near Springfield, Ohio. The following children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Beaver : G. W., the subject of this sketch ; Mattie, married Frank Graham, lives near Fairfield, Ohio ; John, lives at Dayton, Ohio ; Rev. C. G., lives at Dayton, Ohio ; Oscar, deceased ; Charles, lives at Dayton, Ohio ; and Elva Blanch, married Frank Pettman, lives at Fairfield, Ohio. Rev. G. W. Beaver received his early education in the public schools of Pennsylvania and was a teacher in the public schools two years before entering Franklin Marshall College, Lancaster, Pa., and Heidelburg Theological Seminary, at Tiffin, Ohio, from which institution he graduated in 1898. Reverend Beaver has been pastor of St. Jacob's Reformed Church. at Lisbon since 1898 and has been eminently successful in his work. On Sept. 5, 1895, Reverend Beaver was united in marriage with Miss 940 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY Anna Burrows, a daughter of William and May Burrows. Mr. Burrows is deceased and is buried at Byron, Ohio, Mrs. Burrows resides in Yellow Springs, Ohio. To Reverend and Mrs. Beaver one son was born, Paul Henry Beaver, M. D., a physician of Leetonia, Ohio. Reverend Mr. Beaver is a member of the Grange and the Masonic order of Lisbon Chapter No. 65. Robert Ross Dever, one of the influential citizens of Wellsville, was born in Beaver County, Pa., and is the son of Andrew and Margaret Dever. Andrew Dever, son of Isaac and Anna Dever, was born at Hanover, Pa., March 9, 1834, and was united in marriage with Margaret Dever, April 14, 1859. Margaret Dever, the daughter of David and Nancy (Harsha) Dever, was born at East Liverpool, Ohio, Sept. 11, 1840. They (Andrew and Margaret Dever) had six children, as follows : Mary Dever was married to Ezra Saltsman, Dec. 31, 1885. They are residents of Cleveland, Ohio, and have five children, Harry, of Walkersville, Ontario ; Fred, of Cleveland ; Homer, of Philadelphia ; Esther, of Columbus, and Ruth, of Cleveland. Willis Dever spent most of his life in Pennsylvania, being a farmer, and died at Beaver, Pa., March 19, 1921. Agnes Dever is a resident of Columbiana, and Homer D. Dever is general yardmaster for the Pennsylvania Company at Dover, Ohio. He was married to Isabel McLean of Wellsville, and removed to Dover about 21 years ago. He is a Republican, active in lodges, being a Mason, member of Kiwanis Club, of Motor Club, and various other organizations, also active in church work, being a member of the session of the Presbyterian Church of that city. Mr. and Mrs. Homer Dever have three children, Carl and Elbert, both graduates of Dover High School and employes of the Pennsylvania Company, Elbert having also served in the World War. Miriam is a graduate of Dover High School and of Kent Normal School, and is now an instructor in the Dover Public School, having taught three years in the Wellsville schools ; also Myrtle (Dever) Pierson is a graduate of Wellsville High School, and also a graduate of College for Women, Western Reserve University of Cleveland, Ohio, class of 1901. She and her room mate, now Mrs. George Thorne, were selected from the college to go to the Philippine Islands, that same year, as teachers, being among the first teachers sent to the Islands. She spent four very successful years as an instructor, HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 941 and while there met Prof. Chas. J. Pierson, a graduate of Stanford University, Cal., also a successful teacher. On their return to this country in 1905, they were married, and spent several years in California. Prof. Pierson is now an instructor in Maryland State College. They have two daughters, Bernice, now a student in College for Women, Western Reserve University and Claribel, at home. Andrew Dever, who served during the Civil War with Company B, 88th Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry, died at Hanover, Pa., in 1878, and his wife died at Wellsville, Ohio, in 1918. Robert R. Dever, the subject of this sketch, was born at Hookstown, Pa., and received his early education in the district schools of that state, later, attending Wellsville Public School. He came to Wellsville in 1888, and in 1890 entered the employ of the Pennsylvania Railroad Company as messenger, and, advancing rapidly, was promoted to yardmaster in the Wellsville Yards in 1902, which position he still holds. On October 19, 1904, Mr. Dever was married to Olive Estelle Moore of Wellsville, daughter of William Henry Moore and Ella Forbes Moore, residents of Columbiana County. William Henry Moore, son of James C. and Margaret (Barton) Moore, was born Jan. 15, 1844, at Calcutta, Ohio, was educated in the district schools of Columbiana County, coming to Wellsville about 1870, and was married to Ella (Forbes) Moore, of Wellsville, Feb. 16, 1871. They first lived in Marshalltown, Iowa, coming back to Wellsville, Ohio, about 1874, and from that time Mr. Moore was an employe of the Pennsylvania Railroad Company, a member of the United Presbyterian Church and a staunch Republican. Ella (Forbes) Moore was the daughter of Dr. Joseph Forbes and Rebecca (Robbins) Forbes. She was born at East Liverpool, Ohio, where her father, Dr. Forbes, practiced medicine for many years and was also postmaster for a number of years. Mr. and Mrs. Moore had two daughters: Miss Anna Moore, for a number of years associated in business with the G. A. Arner Co., in Chester, W. Va. She is a graduate of Wellsville High School, and is now in the employ of The Perpetual Savings and Loan Co., of Wellsville. Mrs. Robert Dever, also a graduate of Wellsville High, is a member of the United Presbyterian Church and is very active in church work. Robert Dever has always been a Republican, and while not aspiring to public office, has always been and is an ardent supporter of everything 942 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY that tends to make a better community. He is a member of various organizations of the city, served four years as member of the Board of Education of the public schools, during which time the new Wellsville High School was erected, has been an elder in the United Presbyterian Church for a number of years. Mr. and Mrs. Dever have three children, Anna Duane, a graduate of Wellsville High School in 1923, also of Muskingum College. She is a talented musician, and at present is an instructor in the Wellsville public schools. Robert Lyle Dever, who will graduate with the class of 1926, is also musically inclined, is a member of the Wellsville Music Club, also of the I. O. O. F. male quartette, and is winning recognition as a tenor soloist. He is now employed in the M. M. office of the Pennsylvania Railroad Company. James Forbes Dever, the youngest child, is still in school, and he also is studying both piano and cornet. Mr. and Mrs. Dever and family reside on Aten Avenue, Wellsville. Ohio. Lester Trainer, a progressive young business man of Wellsville, is a veteran of the World War. He was born in East Liverpool, April 21, 1899, and is the son of John and Laura (Clunk) Trainer. John Trainer, deceased, was a native of Ohio. In 1885 he settled in East Liverpool, where he was employed as a potter. Later in life he engaged in the mercantile business. He died June 24, 1919, and is buried in Riverview Cemetery, East Liverpool. Mr. Trainer was a Democrat, and a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church. His wife lives in East Liverpool. They had one son, Lester, the subject of this sketch. Lester Trainer was reared in East Liverpool and received his education in the public schools. He is a sign painter and is connected with the Glenn Sign Company, East Liverpool, Ohio. Mr. Trainer volunteered for service during the World War, June 17, 1917, and was sent to Columbus, Ohio, and later to Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia. He served overseas as a member of Company M, 328th Infantry, 82nd Division, and was seriously wounded during the battle of St. Mihiel. He was again wounded during the Argonne Drive and was discharged from service, April 1, 1919. Mr. Trainer was married March 18, 1920, to Miss Nina Kountz, of Wellsville, who was born July 22, 1899, the daughter of Clarence and HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 943 Margaret (French) Kountz. To Mr. and Mrs. Trainer have been born three children: James Lester, born Oct. 12, 1921; Margaret Jane, born March 8, 1923 ; and Jacqueline, born Sept. 19, 1924. Politically, Mr. Trainer is a Democrat. He holds membership in the Methodist Episcopal Church and the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the F. O. E. He and his wife have a wide acquaintance in Columbiana County and are well liked. William McBane has for many years been a citizen of Yellow Creek Township, and is a member of a pioneer family of Columbiana County. He was born on the farm, where he resides, May 29, 1841, the son of Daniel and Elizabeth (Noble) McBane. Daniel McBane, deceased, was a native of Scotland, as was his wife. At an early date he migrated to this country and settled on a farm in Yellow Creek Township, Columbiana County, where he spent the remainder of his life. To Mr. and Mrs. McBane the following children were born : Hugh and Laughlin, both deceased ; James, lives in Yellow Creek Township ; John, deceased; Daniel, deceased, was a Civil War veteran ; William, the subject of this sketch ; Lizzie, the widow of George Boyce, lives in Madison Township ; Belle, deceased, was the wife of Alexander Grant ; and Alexander, lives in Cleveland, Ohio. William McBane attended a log school house in Yellow Creek Township. For many years he was interested in the raising of grain and stock. Mr. McBane now lives on his farm. In October, 1872, Mr. McBane was united in marriage with Miss Marjorie Grant, who was born in Yellow Creek Township, Aug. 2, 1840, the daughter of John and Margaret (Johnson) Grant, the former a native of Scotland and the latter of Ohio. Mr. and Mrs. Grant, deceased, were the parents of the following children: Mary, deceased ; Marjorie McBane ; Alexander, deceased; James, lives at Wellsville ; and Eliza Jane, married James Smith, deceased, and she lives at Butler, Pa. Mrs. McBane died Feb. 3, 1911, and is buried in Oak Ridge Cemetery, Yellow Creek Township. To William and Marjorie (Grant) McBane were born two children: Addison, lives at home, was married to Miss Alice McSwegin, of Hancock County, W. Va.; Walter Watson, is connected with the United Foundry 944 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY Company of Pittsburgh, as a mechanical engineer. He was marrled to Miss Viola Phillips. Mr. McBane is a Republican, a member of the Oak Ridge Presbyterian Church, and his family has always ranked among the representative citizens of the community. William H. Vodrey, a well known attorney of East Liverpool, is recognized as one of the representative members of the bar of Columbiana County. He was born in East Liverpool, March 4, 1873, and is a son of Col. William H. and Elizabeth (Jackman) Vodrey. Col. William H. Vodrey, one of the founders of the business now conducted by the Vodrey Pottery Company, attained prominence as a soldier, politician and business man, and is well remembered by the people who in his death lost one of its leading public spirits. He was born in Louisville, Ky., Aug. 1, 1832, the son of Jabez and Sarah (Nickson) Vodrey. Jabez Vodrey and his wife were natives of Staffordshire. England. When he came to America he located in Pittsburgh, and there the firm of Vodrey & Frost established in 1827 the first pottery west of the Alleghenies. In 1830, being induced by Louisville parties to move to that city, they built there the first pottery in Kentucky and operated it in association with a Mr. Lewis. Mr. Frost withdrew from the firm three or four years later and the business was continued under the firm name of Vodrey & Lewis until Mr. Lewis withdrew. In 1839 Mr. Vodrey was induced to move to Troy, Ind., and take charge of a large pottery which was promoted and organized by James Clews of Staffordshire, England. He conducted a pottery there until 1847, in the spring of which year he removed to East Liverpool. Here he associated himself with William Woodward and James Blakely in building what was known as the Woodward, Blakely & Company, which was one of the very earliest plants established in the city. This was continued with success until forced to close down in 1857 on account of conditions of general business, practically amounting to a panic. On the site of that plant three concerns are now operating, the William Brunt Pottery Company, the Hall China Company and the Vodrey Pottery Company. After that date Mr. Vodrey did not again actively engage in business, but continued to reside in East HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 945 Liverpool until his death in 1864 at the age of 63 years. His wife died in 1873. They were the parents of three children: Col. William H., father of the subject of this sketch ; James N. ; and John W., who died during the Civil War while accompanying General Sherman on his famous March to the Sea. Col. William H. Vodrey moved with his parents to East Liverpool in 1847 and was for a time employed in the Harker Pottery. He afterward entered the employ of Woodward, Blakely & Company, with whom he continued until they closed their plant in 1857. It was then that in partnership with his brothers, James N. and John W., he established the foundation for the Vodrey Pottery Company, and with which he was identified until his death, Oct. 23, 1896. During the Civil War he served in the Union army, becoming colonel of the 143rd Regiment, Ohio Volunteer Infantry, having organized the Columbiana County portion of that regiment. He had been a lieutenant colonel in the Ohio State militia before his enlistment in the United States service. He served three terms as mayor of East Liverpool, 1862, 1863, and 1868. He also served a number of terms in the city council. For a period of 24 years he was a member of the board of education, a portion of that time being president. He was a Republican and was the first man of influence ln East Liverpool to endorse and work for William McKinley in his first congressional campaign. He was a director of the First National Bank from its organization. To Colonel and Mrs. Vodrey were born three children: Oliver C., a prominent citizen of East Liverpool; Mrs. Mary Neace, lives in East Liverpool, and William H., the subject of this sketch. William H. Vodrey was graduated from Bethany college, West Virginia in 1894, from the University of Michigan in 1896, and from Cincinnati Law College in 1897. He was admitted to the Ohio State bar in June, 1897, and has since engaged in the practice of law in East Liverpool. He served as city solicitor for two terms, and prosecuting attorney for two terms. He is a member of the Columbiana County Bar Association, the Ohio State Bar Association and the American Bar Association. Mr. Vodrey has extensive business interests in East Liverpool and is director of the First National Bank and the Potters Mining & Milling Company. Mr. Vodrey was married to Miss Dorothy Kelly of East Liverpool, the daughter of Joseph M. and Sarah (Thompson) Kelly, both deceased. They have three children: William H., 3rd, born Sept. 23, 1903 ; Joseph (23)V2 946 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY Kelly, born Jan. 4, 1905 ; and Margaret Louise, will be graduated from East Liverpool High School in 1928. Both William and Joseph Kelly Vodrey are students at Princeton University and will be graduated in the class of 1926. The former is a member of the Phi Beta Kappa fraternity. Mr. Vodrey is a Republican and is affiliated with the Masonic and Elks lodges. He has always been a citizen of responsibility and prominence. William Petty, a veteran of the World War, ranks among Wellsville's progressive and enterprising young men. He was born in East Liverpool. Jan. 1, 1899, and is the son of William and Dilla (Hall) Petty. William Petty, deceased, was born at Woodsfield, Ohio. He removed to East Liverpool at an early date and in 1900 settled at Wellsville, where he was employed as a potter. His wife resides here. Mr. and Mrs. Petty had seven children, as follows: Clyde, a veteran of the World War, lives in East Liverpool ; Ethel, married George Rollie, lives at Wellsville ; Oral, lives at Wellsville ; William, the subject of this sketch ; Raymond, lives at Wellsville ; Rebecca, married Harry Spangle, lives at Wellsville ; and Edith, married Herbert Smith, lives at Wellsville. After completing his schooling at Wellsville, William Petty entered the employ of the American Sheet & Tin Plate Company in 1916. He has remained with this concern continuously, with the exception of time spent in the army, and since 1925 has been acting assorter foreman. On June 28, 1917, Mr. Petty volunteered for service in the World War and was sent to Camp Sheridan, Alabama. He served in France with Company D, 135th Machine Gun Battalion, and participated in many of the major engagements of the war. Mr. Petty was married Oct. 9, 1923, to Miss Erla B. Paisley, who was born in Wellsville, May 2, 1900, the daughter of Charles and Catherine (Heitman) Paisley. Mr. and Mrs. Paisley, who live at Wellsville, have three children: Helen, married Charles Stewart, lives at Wellsville ; Mrs. Petty ; and Lola, married Roy DeVal, lives at Toronto, Ohio. To Mr. and Mrs. Petty a daughter has been born, Mary Louise, born Aug. 7, 1924. Mr. Petty is identified with the Veterans of Foreign Wars. He is a Democrat. HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 947 G. Jay Clark. Among the many able and successful young attorneys of East Liverpool is G. Jay Clark, who was born in this city, June 21, 1894, the son of Adolphus H. and Catherine (Ikirt) Clark. Adolphus H. Clark, deceased, was a successful lawyer of East Liverpool. He was born in Columbiana County, near Salineville, in 1847, the son of James Clark, whose father, Hugh Clark, came to Columbiana County at a very early date and who is remembered as one of the earliest school teachers in this part of the state. Samuel Clark, great-great grandfather of the subject of this sketch, was a native of Hagerstown, Md. He had two brothers, George and John, killed by Indians. He was married to Nellie Violette, who was at that time the widow of one Littleton. She had a son named John Littleton and two daughters, later married to George Dawson, and a Mr. Scott. Samuel Clark had four sons: Alexander, Samuel, George and Hugh. The latter, Hugh Clark, and grandfather of Adolphus H. Clark, was born in 1778 in Western Pennsylvania, near Brownsville, Fayette County. He came to Ohio in the year 1800, two years before it became one of the sisterhood of states. What is now Columbiana County was then included in Jefferson County. When about 18 years of age he was employed by an uncle living in Kentucky, named Violette, the owner of a slave plantation. This gave him such opportunity to observe the iniquities of the slave system that he was forever after a hater of the institution and an avowed and ever active abolitionist. He married in 1811 to Miss Fishel and removed to Mad River, Clark County, Ohio. Here two children were born to them, Mary and Eleanor. Upon the death of his wife about the year 1815 he returned to Columbiana County, settling on Yellow Creek, a few miles below Salineville. He was again married in 1816 to Letitia Kerr and to this union seven children were born : Violet, James, Amelia, Julia A., George D., Letitia J., and John L. He died in December, 1857. Besides following farming he taught school a good many years and was also a music teacher, when it was taught in school houses by candle light. He is said to have been the first music teacher in St. Clair township. Letitia Kerr Clark, wife of Hugh, and grandmother of A. H. Clark, was born in 1793, the daughter of James and Hannah (Beard) Kerr. Her father moved to Yellow Creek in 1810 and died in 1812. There were eight children in the Kerr family: Letitia Clark, William, Mary Downard, Amelia Woodburn, Hannah Marshall, James and Julia Roach. She died in May, 1855, in Washington 948 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY Township, Columbiana County. Hugh Clark had three brothers, Alexander, Samuel and George, whose lives were spent in Jefferson and Columbiana Counties. Alexander Clark married Ruth Mathews and had seven children : Sally Wycoff, Samuel Clark, Prudence Hart, Alanson Clark, John Clark, Nellie Russel, and Rachel Clark. Samuel Clark married Jennie Carothers, and had ten children : Violet Adams, Rebecca Russel, Hugh, Nellie Kerr, James, Sarah Lowery, Hannah, Jane Ewing, Margaret Barcus, and Lydia Criss. George Clark married Hannah Vaughn, and had eleven children : Nellie Fishel, Alex, Lydia Brothers, Stephen, Elizabeth, George, Richard, Diana Haumers, Frances Gilson, Hannah, and Perry J. The children of Hugh Clark, great-grandfather of the subject of this sketch were : Mary Corman, Violet Saltsman, James, Letitia Campbell, Ellen Van Fossan, Amelia Paisley, Julia McCloskey, George D., and J. Littleton Clark. James Clark, father of Adolphus Clark, was born in 1818 on Yellow Creek bottom, near the residence of Samuel C. Kerr, a few miles below Salineville. He followed brick making for several years and teaching school in the winter. He was also engaged at the coopering trade, making barrels for the flour mill and salt works, then called "Farmers Salt Works," and he also followed farming to some extent. He was a man of more than ordinary intelligence for his day, was possessed of a strong and well stored mind, was a good talker and formidable debater. He was especially fond of discussion and would go for miles to attend debates, then quite frequently held in village and country school houses. Theologlcal, moral, and political questions were mostly the themes of controversy. He early espoused the anti-slavery cause. He worked with might for slavery overthrow at which he greatly rejoiced. In line with his ideas upon this subject he became a member of the Free Presbyterian Church and continued his connections until the cause of its organization, the institution of slavery went down, when that church disbanded and became a religious body of the past. He then became a member of the Presbyterian Church. In politics he was a Republican and advocated its principles. In later years he was engaged in mining at Salineville. He was a member of Company G, 143rd Ohio Volunteer Infantry and saw active duty on the Peninsula. He died in April, 1875, at his home in Salineville, almost at the threshhold of the place of his nativity and where he spent his entire life. James Clark was married to Mary C. McMillen in 1845, HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 949 a native of Carroll County, Ohio, by whom he had eight children: Adolphus H., Harriet A. Carter, L. Cordelia, Lizzie E. Omohundro, Mary R., Hannah K., Rebecca T., and Blanche C. Clark. The mother died in June, 1871. George D. and John L. Clark were for many years engaged in teaching school. Both served their country in the Civil War, George D., enlisting in the 126th Ohio Volunteer Infantry. He saw active and arduous service in the Army of the Potomac. John L. Clark enlisted in the 104th Ohio Volunteer Infantry and served in the west in Sherman's army under Col. J. W. Reilly. John L. Clark learned the printer's trade and for some years was editor of the Buckeye State. Adolphus H. Clark was educated in the common schools of Columbiana County. After reaching his majority he entered one of the institutions of Columbiana County presided over by his uncle, J. Lyttleton Clark, under whose instructions and tutorship he remained for two years. A few of his earlier years were spent in coal mining. After leaving school he taught for four years in the union schools of Salineville and New Lisbon, during which time he began the study of law. In the early summer of 1873 he entered the office of Nichols & Firestone of New Lisbon, Ohio, under whose instruction he continued until his admission to the bar in 1874. In the spring of the following year he began the practice of his profession in East Liverpool. He was a close student and a self made and educated man, having acquired his literary and professional training through his own efforts. He was elected to the city and township clerk of East Liverpool and Liverpool Township and served as mayor of East Liverpool from 1880 until 1882 and served as city solicitor from 1892 until 1896. He was an active Republican, and served on the local committee several years and in 1888 was the Republican county chairman, and conducted the presidential campaign of that year skillfully and successfully. Mr. Clark was married in 1878 to Catherine E. Ikirt, daughter of Dr. J. J. Ikirt. To them six children were born : Charles I., Elizabeth C., and Willis I., all deceased ; Walter A., born Feb. 22, 1884, a musician, lives in East Liverpool; Elizabeth C., married A. Eugene Conry, of Youngstown, Ohio, and they live in Los Angeles, Cal., and have a son, Edwin Clark Conry, born March 15, 1915 ; and G. Jay, the subject of this sketch. Mr. Clark died April 17, 1915, and is buried in Riverview cemetery. His wife resides in East Liverpool. Mr. Clark was a member of the Ohio Bar