1400 - HISTORY OF FRANKLIN COUNTY in the World War and was sent to Fort Benjamin Harrison, where he received the commission of first lieutenant of field artillery. He sailed for France in May, 1918, and participated in a number of important engagements. He was discharged at Camp Sherman, Ohio, in July, 1919, and upon his return to Columbus resumed his former employment with the First National Bank as manager of the bond department. In 1925 the bond departments of the First National Bank and Citizens Trust & Savings Bank were merged, and in January, 1930, the name of the company was changed to the Bancohio Securities Company, of which Mr. Fullerton has since served as vice president. Mr. Fullerton is affiliated with the Masonic Lodge, Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, and belongs to the University Club and Phi Gamma Delta fraternity. He is one of the city's leading golfers, and takes an active part in the social and civic life of the community. Mr. Fullerton is unmarried. Lloyd C. Wetzel, who is vice president and treasurer of the Shady Lane Farms Company, is recognized as a progressive and enterprising young business man of Columbus. He was born in this city, April 25, 1903, the son of Charles P. and Mary E. (Pfeifer) Wetzel. The Wetzel family are numbered among the oldest and best known pioneer citizens of Franklin County. They originally came from Germany and settled in Columbus during the early days. Henry Wetzel, paternal grandfather of Lloyd C. Wetzel, owned and operated a large meat packing business for many years at Washington and Main Streets. The original Wetzel homestead still stands at that corner. Adam Pfeifer, maternal grandfather of Lloyd C. Wetzel, served throughout the Civil War. Charles P. Wetzel was born in Columbus and lives at 1028 East Main Street. He has spent his entire life in this city and for many years was employed by the Hocking Valley Railway. Later, he was interested in real estate. He has lived retired since 1920. Mr. Wetzel is a Democrat and a member of the Lutheran Church. His wife is also a native of this city. Their children are : Harry E.; Florence, the widow of B. E. Tevis ; Lucille, HISTORY OF FRANKLIN COUNTY - 1401 married O. H. Jolley ; and Lloyd C., the subject of this sketch. All live in Columbus. Lloyd C. Wetzel received his education in the public schools of Columbus, from which he was graduated in 1920. He spent one year at Ohio State University, and then entered the employ of the Ohio Tractor Company as an accountant. Two years later he became private secretary to F. A. Miller and served in that capacity for a period of two years. He then became identified with the interests of the Shady Lane Farms Company as an accountant. In May, 1927, he was made vice president and treasurer of the company. The Shady Lane Farms Company comprises 2,000 acres of fine farm land, located at East Livingston Avenue and Big Walnut Creek. It supplies high grade milk, cream, and other dairy products to the city of Columbus from its fine herd of Guernsey and Holstein cattle, which numbers approximately 500 head. The company operates seven trucks and sells about 800 gallons of milk daily. Shady Lane Farms also have two large greenhouses, devoted to the raising of roses and carnations exclusively. As many as 5,000 roses have been cut and sold weekly, and 17,000 carnations have been disposed of by the company during the same period of time. In 1921 Mr. Wetzel married Miss Miriam Dakin, of Columbus, the daughter of James E. and Cora (Simmons) Dakin. Mr. Dakin died in 1928 and is buried near Wilmington, Ohio. His widow lives in Columbus. Mr. and Mrs. Wetzel have a son, Lloyd C., Jr., born January 3, 1922. Politically, Mr. Wetzel is a Democrat, and he holds membership in the Lutheran Church. Burt J. Steele.—As president of the Capital Printing Company, 1255 North High Street, Mr. Steele is recognized as one of the most capable and progressive business men of Columbus. He was born in a log cabin at Hayesville, Ashland County, Ohio, June 1, 1871, the son of John and Sarah (Tipton) Steele. John Steele, deceased, was a veteran of the Civil War, and a member of one of the oldest and best known families of Ohio. He was 1402 - HISTORY OF FRANKLIN COUNTY born at Hayesville and spent his early life there as a stone mason. He became a contractor and built numerous bridges and culverts throughout Ashland County, his last contract being the Loudonville bridge on Route No. 3. Mr. Steele served during the Civil War as a member of Company I, Thirty-second Regiment, Ohio Volunteer Infantry. He was a member of the Presbyterian Church, Knights of Pythias, and Grand Army of the Republic. Mr. Steele died in 1903 and is buried at Hayesville. His wife was born in Columbus in 1846 and was a member of the pioneer Tipton family of this city. It was her father who for many years was well known as a sausage manufacturer in Columbus. His factory was located at Spring and High Streets. Mrs. Steele was born on the present site of the Chittenden Hotel. She is now eighty-four years of age and lives at Ashland, Ohio. Eight children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Steele, four of whom survive: Burt J., the subject of this sketch ; Elsie, married Benjamin Machol, lives in Cleveland, Ohio ; William H., associated in business with his brother, Burt J. ; and Lucille, married E. P. McKinley, lives at Ashland, Ohio. Burt J. Steele attended the public schools of Hayesville. Throughout his business career he has been interested in commercial printing, having learned the printer's trade when he was fourteen years of age. He came to Columbus in 1901 to enter the employ of C. J. Jahn, publisher of the Weekly Law Bulletin and Ohio Law Journal, and remained in his employ for a period of five years. He then spent five years with Sparr & Glenn, later was associated with the Champlin Printing Company, Franklin Printing Company, Columbus Citizen, and Columbus Dispatch. Later, he returned to the Franklin Printing Company as shop superintendent for five years. For a short time Mr. Steele then conducted a grocery business at New Holland, Ohio, and in June, 1916, returned to Columbus and became associated with Herman A. Rogers, owner of the Capital Printing Company. At the death of Mr. Rogers, in June, 1917, Mr. Steele took charge of the business and later purchased it from the estate. They are commercial printers and carry on a large volume of business annually. In 1903 Mr. Steele married Miss Allie May Smith, of Columbus, the daughter of Calvin and Addie (Heim) Smith. He was born at Fremont, Ohio, and died in 1892. His widow lives in Philadelphia. HISTORY OF FRANKLIN COUNTY - 1403 Four children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Steele : Karl F., born December 6, 1908, is a graduate of Kemper Military School, Missouri, class of 1926, now associated in business with his father, also holds a pilot's license and is identified with the Curtis-Wright Flying Service at Port Columbus, and recently sworn in by Sheriff Paul as an aerial deputy sheriff of Franklin County, lives at 1421 Meadow Road, Columbus ; Lucille Clara, born December 20, 1910, a graduate of North High School, class of 1928, lives at Reading, Pennsylvania ; William S., born March 3, 1915, attends North High School ; and John C., born May 1, 1917, attends Indianola Junior High School. Politically, Mr. Steele is a Republican. He is a member of the Presbyterian Church and his wife belongs to the Methodist Church. The family residence is located at 1484 North Fifth Street. Frank Schreick.—One of the most successful photographers of Columbus is Frank Schreick, who has engaged in business in this city for twenty years, his studio being located at 113 North High Street. He was born at Portsmouth, Ohio, February 11, 1886, the son of Anton and Mary (Link) Schreick. Anton Schreick was a native of Frankfort, Germany. At an early age he emigrated to the United States and settled at Portsmouth, Ohio, where for many years he was identified with the Portsmouth Brewery as brewmaster. Later, he went to Los Angeles, California, where he was associated with the Los Angeles Brewing Company. He died in that city in 1925 and is buried there. His widow lives in Los Angeles. Frank Schreick attended the public schools of Portsmouth. For a time he was employed in a shoe factory in that city. Later, he went to Springfield, Ohio, where he engaged in photography. From there he went to Dayton, Ohio, but in 1910 sold his interests in that city and came to Columbus, where he has since been located. His studio is considered one of the finest to be found in Franklin County and Mr. Schreick is recognized as an expert in his profession. On June 29, 1910, Mr. Schreick was united in marriage with Miss Susie Abel, a native of Lawrence County, Ohio, and the daughter of 1404 - HISTORY OF FRANKLIN COUNTY Andrew and Mary Abel. They have five children: Frank, Jr., born June 26, 1911; Thomas Edward, born March 7, 1915 ; Joseph, born January 5, 1919 ; Mary Ann, born January 13, 1921; and Ruth Lillian, born January 19, 1925. Mr. Schreick is a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church, and is affiliated with the Knights of Columbus, Eagles Lodge, Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, and Foresters. He also belongs to the Exchange Club. Norris B. Wells, who is a veteran of the World War, is one of the prominent young men of Columbus, where he is chief of equipment, Department of Highways, State of Ohio. He was born at Columbus Grove, Ohio, June 2, 1896, the son of C. M. and Laura (Killen) Wells. C. M. Wells was born at Kalida, Ohio, where he was reared and educated. Throughout his business career he has been interested in the shoe business as a traveling salesman. His wife was born at Canton, Ohio. They live at 2628 Glenmawr Avenue, Columbus. Mr. Wells is a Republican, and an active member of the North Methodist Episcopal Church. He has served as president of the Gideon Society of Ohio for several years. To Mr. and Mrs. Wells were born seven children as follows : Flossie L., the widow of M. E. Ballmer, lives at Lansing, Michigan ; Norris B., the subject of this sketch ; Mary, married James Schwerin, lives at Columbus ; Eva, married Dr. Wayne Brehm, lives at Columbus ; C. B., lives at Toronto, Ohio ; Joseph T., lives at Columbus ; and Aloise, a graduate of North High School, class of 1930, lives at home. Norris B. Wells spent his boyhood at Columbus Grove, where he received his education. He was graduated from Ada (Ohio) High School and spent two years at Ohio Northern University. He spent some time in Nevada on a geological survey for the United States government, and in October, 1917, enlisted for service in the World War, being sent to Camp Lewis, Washington. After nine months he sailed for France, where he participated in numerous important engagements of the war, including the St. Mihiel drive and the Argonne defensive. He served with the rank of corporal, Company A, Three HISTORY OF FRANKLIN COUNTY - 1405 Hundred Sixteenth Engineers, Ninety-first Division. He was discharged from Camp Sherman, Ohio, May 5, 1919, and returned to Ada. After a short time he came to Columbus to enter government work in the reserve depot. He entered the employ of the state, February 1, 1920, as stock clerk, Department of Highways. Four years later he was made assistant to the chief of equipment, and in 1928 was promoted to that position. In January, 1919, Mr. Wells was united in marriage with Ethel Crimm, of Columbus, the daughter of M. J. and Martha Crimm. He died in 1918 and his widow lives at Morral, Ohio. To Mr. and Mrs. Wells have been born four children : Robert B., born July 15, 1920; Caroline Jane, born July 7, 1922 ; Norris B., Jr., born October 20, 19'4; and Patricia Ann, born May 20, 1928. Mr. Wells is a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church and is affiliated with Linden Lodge, No. 637, Free and Accepted Masons. He is a Republican. He is a member of the Board of Directors of the Columbus Metal Tire Cover Company. The paternal and maternal grandfathers of Mr. Wells served throughout the Civil War. Marvel B. Wells was a drummer boy, and Norris B. Killen held the rank of an officer. John William Lake.—One of the leading morticians of Columbus is John William Lake, whose modern funeral home is located at 2372 Cleveland Avenue. He was born at Wheeling, West Virginia, April 25, 1889, the son of Edward and Anna (McAfee) Lake. Edward Lake spent his entire life at Wheeling, West Virginia, and was associated with a glass manufacturing concern for many years. He died in 1926 and his widow resides at North Canton, Ohio. To Mr. and Mrs. Lake were born three children: Bessie, married Roscoe H. VanDike, and she died in 1918 ; John William, the subject of this sketch ; and Maude, married Clifford Henthorne, lives at Uhrichsville, Ohio. John William Lake was three years old when his parents removed to Cadiz, Ohio, where he was educated in the public schools. He was employed by the Adams Express Company, at Steubenville, Ohio, for 1406 - HISTORY OF FRANKLIN COUNTY a time, and then spent two years with the Pennsylvania Railroad Company as a passenger brakeman. In 1920 Mr. Lake completed a course of study at the Columbus Embalming School, and had various business connections in the city until 1927, at which time he became associated with R. L. Southwick, their funeral home being located at 2561 Cleveland Avenue. The partnership was dissolved in May, 1930, and at that time Mr. Lake removed to his present location, 2372 Cleveland Avenue. He renders high grade, efficient service and is recognized as one of the dependable business men of the city. On October 25, 1908, Mr. Lake was united in marriage with Miss Elizabeth McGee, of Mingo Junction, Ohio, the daughter of John and Elaine (Ludwig) McGee. They are the parents of four sons : John F., born July 19, 1910, a medical student at Ohio State University ; Charles A., born January 21, 1913, a graduate of North High School, class of 1930 ; Sidney E., born August 10, 1915, attends McKinley Junior High School ; and George A., born July 17, 1918, attends McKinley Junior High School. Mr. Lake and his family hold membership in the Presbyterian Church, and he is affiliated with the Masonic Lodge and Eagles Club. John B. Baas is one of the most prominent business men of Columbus, where he is president of the Columbus Rendering Company. He was born in Bavaria, Germany, in 1868, and came to this country when sixteen years of age. He immediately located in Chicago, where he spent several years in the employ of Armour & Company. It was with this company that Mr. Baas learned the rendering business from beginning to end with its details. He then organized the Columbus Rendering Company in 1918 and since that date has been assisted in the management of the business by his sons. George Ross was the original president, with John B. Baas, vice president and treasurer, and Walter Boyer, as secretary. In 1920 Mr. Boyer resigned and was succeeded by Henry Pitz, who held the office of secretary until 1927. Stewart R. Bolin, attorney, is now secretary. John B. Baas has served as president of the company HISTORY OF FRANKLIN COUNTY - 1407 since 1920, and his son, Carl C., is vice president, with Henry J., another son, as treasurer. The company's business extends throughout the United States, although approximately ninety per cent of its output is consumed by Proctor & Gamble, of Cincinnati, who are the largest soap manufacturers in the world. The Columbus Rendering Company owns its own tank cars and operates a large fleet of motor trucks throughout Ohio and West Virginia in the collection of raw materials. Storage facilities also take care of one million pounds of fine soap tallow, as it is manufactured by the plant. Although the tallow business has flourished in the Columbus district since 1847, it is a recognized fact that the Columbus Rendering Company has greatly surpassed all industries of its type in this section of the United States. To John B. and Elizabeth (Pitz) Baas the following children were born : Carl C. and Henry J., mention of whom is made below ; Fred L., born December 2, 1905, factory superintendent of the Columbus Rendering Company, married Miss Cecelia Hinds, Columbus ; Harmon C., born November 1, 1910, died July 21, 1928, buried in Greenlawn Cemetery, Columbus ; Herbert F., twin brother of Harmon C., a graduate of South High School, Columbus ; and Catherine E., a graduate of South High School, attends Ohio University. Carl C. Baas was born in Columbus, February 28, 1901. He received his education in the public schools and after his graduation from South High School, he entered Ohio Military Institute, Cincinnati, from which he was graduated in 1918. He has since been associated with his father's business and in 1928 became vice president of the company. He was married in 1922 to Miss Margaret Acker, of Columbus, and they have a daughter, Caroline. They live at 441 South Guernsey Avenue. Henry J. Baas was born in this city, November 6, 1902. He attended the public schools of Columbus and is a graduate of South High School, class of 1920. Throughout his business career he has been identified with the interests of the Columbus Rendering Company, and has held the office of treasurer of the company since 1928. On July 7, 1923, Mr. Baas married Miss Mary Patton, of Columbus, 1408 - HISTORY OF FRANKLIN COUNTY the daughter of Charles C. and Mary (Connor) Patton. Mr. Patton lives in Columbus. His wife is deceased. Mr. and Mrs. Baas have a daughter, Mary Ann, born November 28, 1926. They live at 597 South Roys Avenue. The Baas family are all members of St. John's Evangelical Church. John B. Baas and his three older sons are affiliated with Humboldt Lodge, Free and Accepted Masons, and 11r. Baas belongs to Ohio Chapter, Scioto Consistory, thirty-second degree and Aladdin Shrine. He also belongs to the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, Buckeye Fishing Club, and Columbus Maennerchor. He and has wife live at 707 Linwood Avenue. R. J. McGuinniss, M. D.—Numbered among the representative young physicians and surgeons of Columbus is Doctor McGuinniss, who is a veteran of the World War. He has offices at 1589 East Main Street. Doctor McGuinniss was born at Jeannette, Pennsylvania, October 7, 1895, the son of James and Ellen (Jones) McGuinniss. James McGuinniss was born in Ireland, the son of Patrick McGuinniss; who came to this country during the early days and settled in the West. He served throughout the Civil War and engaged in railroad building after his arrival in this country. His son, James, was reared and educated in Pennsylvania and spent some time in England, the birthplace of his maternal ancestors. At the age of sixteen years he again came to the United States and settled in Pennsylvania, where he followed his trade for many years as a brick layer and steel worker. He now lives retired in Columbus. His wife, born in England, died in March, 1925, and is buried at New Kensington, Pennsylvania. Three sons were born to James and Ellen (Jones) McGuinniss : R. J., the subject of this sketch ; James, lives at Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; and George, lives at Chicago, Illinois. The boyhood of R. J. McGuinniss was spent at New Kensington, Pennsylvania, where he received his early schooling. After his graduation from high school in 1913 he entered the University of Pennsylvania, from which he received the degree of Bachelor of Arts in 1917. He then entered Jefferson Medical College but in the fall of HISTORY OF FRANKLIN COUNTY - 1409 1917 enlisted for service in the World War, and was sent to Philadelphia, where he served with the United States Medical Corps. A physical injury received by Doctor McGuinniss, however, forced him to spend six months in a hospital, after which he was discharged. In 1919 he resumed his medical studies at Jefferson Medical College and was graduated with the degree of Doctor of Medicine in 1920. Doctor McGuinniss served as interne in the Allegheny Hospital, Pittsburgh, for one year, and then established a private practice at Logan, Ohio, where he met with marked success. He was located there until July, 1925, when he came to Columbus to practice medicine. Doctor McGuinniss has an excellent practice and is a member of the staffs of Grant and St. Ann's hospitals. In 1926 Doctor McGuinniss was united in marriage with Miss Mary Brown, of Logan, Ohio, the daughter of Francis and Lucy (McCourtney) Brown. Mr. Brown, a native of Columbus, died in 1919. His widow lives at Logan. To Doctor and Mrs. McGuinniss have been born two children: Robert J., Jr., and Mary Josephine. Doctor McGuinniss is a member of the Columbus Academy of Medicine, Ohio State Medical Society, and American Medical Association. He and his family are members of the Catholic church. They live at 2401 Fair Avenue, Columbus. S. Collins Oldham.—One of the most successful farmers and stockmen of Franklin County is S. Collins Oldham, who owns a well improved farm of 223 acres in Truro and Plain townships, just northeast of Reynoldsburg. He was born on this farm July 16, 1871, the son of James A. and Laura G. (Hart) Oldham. James A. Oldham, retired, is a veteran of the Civil War and a prominent pioneer citizen of Franklin County. He was born in Licking County, Ohio, October 6, 1842, the son of John and Florence (Stephenson) Oldham, natives of Ohio and pioneer settlers of Licking County. In 1856 John Oldham located on land southwest of Hilliards in Franklin County. He was a prosperous farmer and removed to the vicinity of Reynoldsburg in 1864, where he spent the remainder of his life. To John and Florence (Stephenson) Oldham 1410 - HISTORY OF FRANKLIN COUNTY were born four children: Sarah, deceased, was the wife of Josiah Marling; James A., father of the subject of this sketch ; Samuel M., deceased ; and Florence, deceased, was the wife of A. E. Jones. James A. Oldham was reared and educated in Franklin County and for a time was a school teacher. He enlisted for service in the Civil War in 1862 and served as a member of Company K, One Hundred and Thirty-third Regiment, Ohio Volunteer Infantry. After his discharge, August, 1864, he was married to Laura G. Hart, who was born at Hilliards, Ohio, May 2, 1844, the daughter of John and H. (Lattimer) Hart, natives of Ohio. Mrs. Oldham died November 9, 1925, and Mr. Oldham lives retired at Reynoldsburg. He is an elder of the Presbyterian Church, and belongs to the Grand Army of the Republic. To James A. and Laura G. (Hart) Oldham were born seven children, as follows : John L., deceased ; Ira D., retired druggist, lives at Reynoldsburg ; S. Collins, the subject of this sketch ; Sarah died in infancy ; Hattie F., married James McOwen, farmer, lives in Franklin County ; Mary, married John A. Morrison, farmer, lives at Reynoldsburg ; and Morton C., farmer, lives at Reynoldsburg. S. Collins Oldham attended the district schools and is a graduate of Reynoldsburg High School, class of 1891. At an early age he became interested in farming on the home place with his father, and has become one of the leading farmers and stockmen of this section of Franklin County. He has been interested in dairying since 1890 and has pure bred stock exclusively. Mr. Oldham was one of the founders of the Reynoldsburg Banking Company, of which he is now secretary. On November 26, 1891, Mr. Oldham married Miss Nannie L. Tussing, who was born at Brice, October 15, 1871, the daughter of LeRoy and Louise Tussing, a sketch of whom appears elsewhere in this history. To them were born six children : (1) Cyril C., married Miss Bertha Gray Turner, lives at Reynoldsburg, and they have two children, Francis and Cyril C., Jr. (2) Zola L., married Robert Barb, lives at New Albany, Ohio, and they have two children, Helen and Robert, Jr. (3) Grace, married J. E. Carr, lives in Truro Township, Franklin County, and they have one child, Jane. (4) James LeRoy, deceased. (5) Clark R., associated with his father's farming interests, HISTORY OF FRANKLIN COUNTY - 1411 married Miss Dorothy Carr, and they have a daughter, Marilyn. (6) Lois N., who attends Reynoldsburg High School. Mr. Oldham is a Republican and a member of the Presbyterian Church, taking part in all civic affairs. He and his family are highly esteemed citizens of the community and have a wide acquaintance. Theodore J. Schirtzinger, general contractor, with offices at 1353 North High Street, is prominent among the successful business men of Columbus. He was born near Columbus, March 26, 1890, the son of John B. and Rose Schirtzinger. John B. Schirtzinger was born in Germany. He emigrated to the United States when he was eighteen years of age and located on a farm near Columbus. He became one of the most extensive and successful dairy farmers of this section and later engaged in the grocery business at Summit and Seventh Avenues, Columbus. Mr. Schirtzinger died February 21, 1930, at the age of eighty-two years. His wife died in 1922. Both are buried in Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Columbus. They were the parents of the following children: Louis, deceased ; Mary, deceased ; Frederick, associated in the building business with his brother, Theodore J. ; Clara, married Dallas Spafford, lives at Linworth, Ohio ; Maxwell, lives at Columbus ; Theodore J., the subject of this sketch ; Thomas A., who is associated with the F. G. & A. Howell Furniture Company, Columbus; and Helen, lives at Columbus. Theodore J. Schirtzinger obtained his education in the public schools of Columbus. At the age of sixteen years he learned the carpenter's trade and since 1912 has engaged in business for himself in Columbus. Mention of numerous contracts completed by Mr. Schirtzinger serve as assurance that he is a contractor of practical experience, who is prepared and equipped to execute any kind or type of dwelling or building. He has established his business on the principles of fair and honest treatment of all and quality workmanship as the contracts give evidence of. The following commercial and public buildings were erected by Mr. Schirtzinger : Adams Recreation 1412 - HISTORY OF FRANKLIN COUNTY Palace, The D. L. Auld Company, The Doctors Office Building, 137 East. State Street, The Howe-Miller Garage, Moores & Ross Factory Building, Moores & Ross Office Addition, Royal Tire Service of the United States Rubber Company, The M. & R. Dietetic Laboratories, Inc., The Toshoff Palace Theater, remodel, The Ruby Chemical Company, The National Refining Company Office, The Fireprocf Warehouse & Storage Company, The Frigidaire Sales Building, and The D. S. Korn Building. Residences: Horace Willoughby, Mary J. Ross, W. E. Benua, H. C. Moores, P. A. Dolle, Vera A. Miller, Wallace J. Kappes, Manch Wallace, Howard Auld, R E. Cochran, George M. Morris, A. J. Dunn, Sara A. Turner, A. J. Milligan, Stanley G. Brooks, Charles J. Pretzman, P. A. Dolle, Phi Kappa Fraternity, Frank L. Segale, Fred H. Perfect, and C. B. Harpester. On January 21, 1921, Mr. Schirtzinger was united in marriage with Miss Ethel McAllister, of Columbus, the daughter of Guy G. and Adelle (Riches) McAllister. Ethel (McAllister) Schirtzinger died July 29, 1927, and is buried in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Columbus. She had two daughters : Marilyn Adelle and Dolores Marie. On April 18, 1929, Mr. Schirtzinger married Miss Margaret Ortman, of Columbus, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Doan Ortman, of. this city. She is a graduate of Ohio State University. Mr. Schirtzinger is a member of the Catholic Church, and belongs to the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks. E. E. Schatz, who is president of the Truck and Tractor Equipment Company, is among the enterprising business men of Columbus. He was born at Vincennes, Indiana, November 9, 1892, the son of Joseph and Lettie (Bridgewater) Schatz. Joseph Schatz was born on a farm near Vincennes, Indiana, in 1865. His wife was born in 1875. Throughout his life Mr. Schatz has been a farmer. There are two children in the Schatz family : E. E., the subject of this sketch ; and Leona, married Herman Arnold, lives at Washington, Indiana. The boyhood of E. E. Schatz was spent on his father's farm near Vincennes, Indiana, and he received his education in the public HISTORY OF FRANKLIN COUNTY - 1413 schools. He was identified with the automobile business for a period of twelve years and was located at Indianapolis, Indiana. He then came to Columbus to take charge of an agency for the Maxwell Company. In 1923 Mr. Schatz was active in the organization of the Truck & Tractor Equipment Company, of which he has since served as president. Robert Pein is vice president, with F. M. Duffey as secretary and general manager, and Alex W. Krumm as treasurer. The business is located at 460 Neilston Avenue. On June 14, 1916, Mr. Schatz married Miss Naomi Margaret Shaffer, of Vincennes, Indiana. They have a daughter, May June. Politically, Mr. Schatz is a Republican. He belongs to the Masonic Lodge and Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks. Mr. Schatz and family live at 531 Indianola Boulevard. Benson Rice Hedges, deceased, was a leading citizen of Columbus, where he engaged in the insurance business. He was also a veteran of the World War, and served with the rank of major. Mr. Hedges was born at Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, in 1877, the son of Samuel Benson and Martha (Ayres) Hedges. The Hedges family is of English descent. Samuel Hedges, great-grandfather of Benson Rice Hedges, came to Virginia from England. His son, Seaton Hedges, settled on a farm near Springfield, Ohio, many years ago, and his son, Samuel Benson Hedges, was the father of the subject of this sketch. Benson Rice Hedges was a graduate of Upper Sandusky, Ohio, High School. He entered Ohio State University in 1897 and while a student there took an active part in the military life of the University, being a captain. He studied law in the offices of R. W. McCoy and was admitted to the Ohio bar, but never practiced that profession. For a short time he was interested in the electric business. Soon after his marriage he entered the insurance business as a representative of the Midland Mutual Life Insurance Company, of Columbus. He was identified with this company until the date of his enlistment for service in the World War. Mr. Hedges served with the rank of captain and was stationed at Fort Benjamin Harrison, 1414 - HISTORY OF FRANKLIN COUNTY Indianapolis, Indiana. He had a brilliant military career and although he was not in service in France, his services as a trainer of recruits won for him the highest praise from his superior officers. He was promoted to the rank of major and after the close of the war served as a recruiting officer for a time. Later, Mr. Hedges became associated with the life insurance business of his brother-in-law, Frank Tallmadge, leading insurance broker of Columbus. Mr. Hedges died July 29, 1929, and is buried in Greenlawn Cemetery, Columbus. His wife died November 20, 1918, and is buried in Connecticut. To Benson Rice and Jennie Louisa (Ackley) Hedges were born three children: Benson R., Loveaire Ackley and Seton Tryon. Benson Rice and Seton Tryon Hedges were educated in the public schools of Columbus. Benson Rice Hedges was born February 1, 1904 ; Loveaire Ackley Hedges was born July 31, 1907 ; and Seton Tryon Hedges was born January 15, 1910. Both sons are interested in the insurance business and have offices at 17 South High Street. Benson Rice Hedges was a member of St. Paul's Church. Vance S. Morgan.—As secretary and treasurer of the Morgan Company, owners and operators of Tims Restaurant and Confectionery, 1864 North High Street, Mr. Morgan is recognized as one of the capable and representative young business men of Columbus. He was born at Nelsonville, Ohio, November 14, 1897, the son of William and Mary Ann (Snyder) Morgan. William Morgan was born at Nelsonville, Ohio, October 22, 1863. He has been in the employ of the Hocking Valley Railway practically his entire life and has served as fireman, engineer, conductor and trainmaster. In 1918 he became mechanical supervisor of the Nelsonville Division. His wife was born in Vinton County, Ohio, April 7, 1867. Two children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Morgan: Gretchen, married C. R. Fisher, who is president of the William F. Fisher Produce Company, Columbus ; and Vance S., the subject of this sketch. Vance S. Morgan attended East High School, Columbus, spent two years at Ohio State University, and was graduated from Columbia University, New York City, in 1923 with the degree of Bachelor HISTORY OF FRANKLIN COUNTY - 1415 of Science. During the World War he enlisted for service and spent ten months in France as a member of the One Hundred Thirty-fifth Field Artillery, Thirty-seventh Division. In April, 1925, the Morgan Company was incorporated and took over the interests of Tims Restaurant and Confectionery, with Ruth Morgan as president, and Vance S. Morgan as secretary and treasurer. This is one of the most popular restaurants in the Ohio State University district, being located directly opposite from the entrance to the campus. The restaurant itself has been in existence for twenty years and has always been recognized as one of the city's smart eating places. A candy and soda shop, as well as a distinct coffee shop, are operated in connection with the business. On December 27, 1924, Mr. Morgan was united in marriage with Miss Ruth Fisher, of Columbus. She attended East High School and Ohio State University. Mr. and Mrs. Morgan have a son, William, born September 10, 1928. Mr. Morgan is affiliated with the Masonic Lodge, Thirty-second degree, Consistory and Shrine, Aladdin Temple, and also belongs to the Phi Delta Theta, Alpha Kappa Psi, and Beta Gamma Sigma fraternities. He belongs to the Brookside Golf and Country Club, and is a director of the Columbus Restaurant Association. Greer Burgett Orr, well known building contractor of Columbus, was born at Greensburg, Pennsylvania, June 4, 1885, the son of Robert and Anna E. (Burgett) Orr. Robert Orr spent his entire life in Westmoreland Ccunty, Pennsylvania. He was born in 1859 and died July 5, 1915. He engaged in the livery business. Mr. Orr was married in 1873 to Anna E. Burgett, the daughter of James Burgett, a native of Ohio. Four children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Orr : Roe, interior decorator, lives in Columbus ; Mabel, married Clarence Parsons, lives at Leechdale, Pennsylvania ; Pearl, married John Hazlett, lives at Pittsburgh. G. B. Orr attended the public schools of Greensburg, Pennsylvania, and at the age of seventeen years entered the employ of the 1416 - HISTORY OF FRANKLIN COUNTY Ohio Bell Telephone Company, at Canton, Ohio. He was identified with this company for a period of seventeen years and traveled throughout the state, although his home has been in Columbus since 1908. In 1919 Mr. Orr resigned from the company's employ and became interested in the building business at Columbus. His activities are confined largely to residences and apartment houses and his work extends throughout Franklin County. He lives at 3015 Crescent Drive. On June 24, 1908, Mr. Orr was united in marriage with Miss Lulu Miles, the daughter of Simeon and Clara (Mansfield) Miles, of Athens, Ohio. They have two children : Harry Robert, born February 21, 1912, associated in business with his father; and Thelma Irene, who lives at home. Mr. Orr is a member of the Church of Christ, and is affiliated with Westgate Lodge, No. 623, Free and Accepted Masons, Ohio Chapter, R. A. M., and Columbus Council. He also belongs to the Hill Top Business Mens Club. C. Carl Williams, founder and editor of the Grove City "Record," is a well known newspaper man of Franklin County. He was born on a farm in Highland County, Ohio, January 23, 1888, and is a son of J. M. and Nannie (Carlisle) Williams. J. M. Williams was born in Highland County. In 1889 he removed to Mt. Sterling, Ohio, and was editor of the Mt. Sterling "Tribune" until 1928, when he sold his interest in the paper and retired. To J. M. and Nannie (Carlisle) Williams five children were born: Mrs. A. L. Hayman, lives in Madison County, Ohio ; C. Carl, the subject of this sketch ; Harry R., associated with his brother Carl in the newspaper business ; Mrs. Grace Zahn ; and Mrs. Paul Linder, who live in Columbus. C. Carl Williams spent his early life in Mt. Sterling, where he attended the public schools, being graduated from high school there in 1906. He then went to Denton, Texas, where he finished his apprenticeship at the printer's trade, and worked at same in various cities and towns throughout the country. In 1927, he entered into HISTORY OF FRANKLIN COUNTY - 1417 partnership with his brother, Harry R. Williams, at Grove City, and together they organized and founded the Grove City Record. It is a weekly newspaper and has a circulation in excess of 1,100 copies. In addition to the "Record," they also publish two other papers, the "Columbus Labor Review" and the "Broadcaster." The former is a labor paper published weekly and the "Broadcaster" is also a weekly publication. The company also does a general line of job printing. The plant is located on West Park Street, and is modern in all particulars. Five men are employed. Mr. Williams is a member of the Second Church of Christ, Scientist, of Columbus. He belongs to the Chamber of Commerce, and in politics is a Democrat. Lyman H. Innis.—Outstanding among the representative attorneys of Columbus is Lyman H. Innis, who is a member of one of the oldest and best known families of Franklin County. He was born June 16, 1871, the son of Robert and Sarah (Longman) Innis. Robert Innis was born at Linden, Franklin County, in 1840, the son of Robert Innis, who settled in this county in 1834. The son remained on the home place, which was a farm located at Harbor and Cleveland Avenues, Columbus, and was well known as a market gardener. He died in 1904. Sarah (Longman) Innis was the daughter of John B. Longman, who settled in Franklin County during the Civil War. He purchased a farm of 200 acres on the southwest corner of Cleveland and Hudson Avenues, where he spent the remainder of his life. Mrs. Innis died in 1928 at the age of eighty-three years, and is buried with her husband in Greenlawn Cemetery. Three children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Innis : Charles L., a graduate of Ohio State University, has engaged in the drug business in Columbus since 1899, married Henrietta Emrich, of Columbus, and they have three children: Helen E., a teacher ; Margaret Ann, married Arthur Frank, lives in Columbus ; and Robert Charles, a graduate of Ohio State University, class of 1930. (2) Nettie, who has been a teacher in the Columbus schools for thirty years ; (3) Lyman H., the subject of this sketch. 1418 - HISTORY OF FRANKLIN COUNTY Lyman H. Innis has always lived in Columbus. After completing his early schooling he entered Ohio State University, from which he received the degree of Bachelor of Arts in 1893 and the degree of LL. B. in 1895. With the exception of six years, which were spent in the office of secretary of state, Mr. Innis has devoted his entire professional career to his extensive practice in Columbus. He is recognized as one of the leading lawyers of the Franklin County Bar Association, and has offices at 85 North High Street. On June 20, 1895, Mr. Innis was united in marriage with Miss Belto M. Osman, of Chicago, Illinois. They have three children : (1) Allen 0., born March 4, 1896, a graduate of Ohio State University, now manager of the Kresge Five and Ten Cent Store at Olean, New York. (2) Lyman H., Jr., born in February, 1904, a graduate of Ohio State University, now associated with the North American Life Insurance Company, Columbus. (3) Jessica M., a graduate of Ohio State University. She was married April 2, 1930, to Harold M. Parker, of Chicago, Illinois. Mr. Innis is a member of the First Congregational Church, and belongs to the Masonic Lodge, Independent Order of Odd Fellows, Red Men, Knights of Pythias, and Phi Delta Phi fraternity. The family residence is located at 3281 Seventeenth Avenue. William Henry Lane, lawyer, has engaged in the practice of his profession at Canal Winchester for almost fifty years and is numbered among the leading attorneys of Franklin County. He was born in Fairfield County, Ohio, January 17, 1851, the son of John and Catherine (Bowling) Lane. John Lane was one of the first settlers of Fairfield County, Ohio. He was a farmer throughout his life and died in 1896. His wife died in 1906. Both are buried in Wesley Chapel Cemetery, Fairfield County. Thirteen children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Lane, as follows: Llewellyn, Alcetus, both deceased ; William Henry, the subject of this sketch ; John, James E., George, Charles E., Mary J., Rachel, Louise C., Amanda Ann, Martha L. and Letitia Ellen, all deceased. HISTORY OF FRANKLIN COUNTY - 1419 William Henry Lane attended the district schools of Bloom Township, Fairfield County, and early in life was interested in the teaching profession. He was connected with the schools of Lithopolis for a period of six years and with the Fairfield County school system for a total number of ten years, from 1872 until 1882. Mr. Lane had also taken up the study of law and was admitted to the Franklin County Bar in 1884. At that time he came to Canal Winchester, where he established a general practice. He has met with marked success in his professional career and has also taken an active part in the civic life of Canal Winchester, having held the office of mayor and justice of the peace. He has been attorney for the Canal Winchester Bank since the date of its organization in 1887. On March 4, 1885, Mr. Lane was united in marriage with Miss Sarah J. Lusk, the daughter of John and Maria Coral Lusk, of Canal Winchester. To them were born two children : Della May, who died in infancy ; and Quentin R., deceased. He was a prominent attorney of Columbus, and was associated in practice with a Mr. Bradley. He is survived by a son, Collis Grundy Lane, who lives with his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. William H. Lane. He was admitted to the Franklin County Bar in June, 1929, and is one of the leading young attorneys of Columbus, with offices at 16 East Broad Street. Clyde S. Reed, who is president and treasurer of the Clyde S. Reed Optical Company, of 80 South Third Street, is recognized as one of the leading optometrists of this section of the state. He was born in Pickaway County, Ohio, April 3, 1885, the son of Hylas L. and Zilla (Scott) Reed. Hylas L. Reed was born in Pickaway County, Ohio, in 1860. He has been identified with the shoe business as a salesman throughout his entire business career, and now resides at Galena, Ohio. His wife, born near New Lexington, Ohio, died in April, 1929, and is buried in Union Cemetery, Columbus. To Mr. and Mrs. Reed the following children were born : Byron, lives at Carthage, Texas ; Harry, lives in Columbus ; Thomas, lives in Columbus ; Clyde S., the subject of this sketch ; and Wilda, married Alton Fairchild, lives in Columbus. 1420 - HISTORY OF FRANKLIN COUNTY Clyde S. Reed obtained his education in the district schools of Pickaway County. As a young man he came to Columbus, where he entered the employ of the H. Cole Company, opticians, with whom he was identified for a period of four years. He then established his own business at 30 East Broad Street in 1905, nine years later removed to 40 North High Street, ten years later removed to 108 South High Street, four years later organizing the Clyde S. Reed Optical Company and becoming president. On July 1, 1928, the business was removed to 20 South Third Street. its present location. Mr. Reed spent a year in study with George Rogers, of Chicago University, who is recognized as one of the greatest authorities and teachers of optometry in the world. On October 10, 1908, Mr. Reed was united in marriage with Miss Marion A. House, the daughter of William A. and Anna House, of Columbus. Politically, Mr. Reed is a Republican. He is a member of the Congregational Church and his wife belongs to the Central Presbyterian Church. Mr. Reed is also affiliated with Goodale Lodge, Free and Accepted Masons, Scioto Consistory, Thirty-second degree, Aladdin Temple Mystic Shrine, Achbar Grotto, and Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks. He also belongs to the Columbus Athletic Club. The family residence is at 2409 Plymouth Avenue, Bexley. Clement V. Moore.—High achievement marked the career of Clement V. Moore, deceased, who served as president of The Canal Winchester Bank for many years. He was born on the old Moore homestead in Fairfield County, Ohio, February 17, 1864, the son of Irvin and Mary (Kramer) Moore. Irvin Moore was born in Fairfield County, on the land which was settled by his father, Levi Moore, who came to Ohio from Maryland in 1797. The Moore family is recognized as one of the pioneer families of this section and has taken a prominent and active part in the social and civic life of the community for many generations. Irvin Moore, like his father, became a successful farmer, and was also interested in business, being president of the Canal Winchester Bank HISTORY OF FRANKLIN COUNTY - 1421 for several years. He was also county commissioner of Fairfield County. He was a supporter of Otterbein College and it was largely through his efforts and financial support that the university survived several critical stages in its early history. To Irvin and Mary (Kramer) Moore were born three children : Elmine Sarber, who died in 1927 ; John L., farmer, lives in Bloom Township, Fairfield County, Ohio ; and Clement V., the subject of this sketch. The boyhood of Clement V. Moore was spent on his father's farm and he received his early education in the Moore school in Bloom Township. He was a member of the first graduating class of Canal Winchester High School and subsequently attended the normal school at Pleasantville, Ohio, and Ada, Ohio. He taught school for one year at that place and in 1888 became identified with the Canal Winchester Bank as teller. At that time his father held the office of president. Mr. Moore later became cashier of the institution and in 1908 was elected to the office of president, in which capacity he served until the date of his death, February 26. 1929. He served as president of the local school board for fifteen years and was also the first president of the Franklin County Board of Education. It may be truly said of Mr. Moore that he did more to further education in this community than any other citizen of his time. Mr. Moore married Miss Anna Lehman, of Canal Winchester, born in 1869, the daughter of Isaac and Elizabeth (Detwiler) Lehman, natives of Pennsylvania, both now deceased. They are buried in Union Grove Cemetery, Canal Winchester. Four children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Moore: Lawrence L., farmer and director of the Canal Winchester Bank, lives on the old Moore homestead ; and Warren J., unmarried. He is president of the Canal Winchester Bank, having succeeded to that office at the death of his father ; Esther L., wife of T. E. Klepinger, Chillicothe, Ohio, and John Stanley, student at Otterbein College. Warren J. Moore attended the public schools of Canal Winchester, Otterbein College, and Ohio State University. He has been identified with the Canal Winchester Bank since 1921. Mr. Moore was independent in politics. He held membership in the United Brethren Church, and was a prominent member of the Masonic Lodge. He also belonged to the Knights of Pythias. 1422 - HISTORY OF FRANKLIN COUNTY Frank Harrison Ward.—A lawyer with a wide and important clientele, a community leader of aggressiveness, and a popular citizen, Frank Harrison Ward is highly esteemed in Columbus. He was born in Cleveland, Ohio, June 15, 1888, the son of Wilmot and Carrie May (Romp) Ward. Wilmot Ward was for many years a leading attorney of Cleveland. He was born at Rochester, New York, November 9, 1849. Mr. Ward spent most of his life in Cleveland and died in that city, March 21, 1912. His widow, the daughter of Henry and Flavia (Stearns) Romp, was born near Olmstead Falls, Ohio. Her father held the office of mayor of Olmsted Falls for twenty years. Mrs. Ward still lives in Cleveland. Two sons were born to Mr. and Mrs. Ward: Frank Harrison, the subject of this sketch; and Perry Oliver, who is president of the Perry Dairy Company, of Toledo, Ohio. Frank Harrison Ward attended the public schools or Cleveland, Ohio, and after his graduation from high school in 1906 he entered Western Reserve University, from which he received the degree of Bachelor of Arts in 1910. He then became Columbus correspondent for the Cleveland News, and served in that capacity for thirteen years, during which time he lived in Columbus. Mr. Ward then went to Los Angeles, California, where he studied law at the American University. He received a degree in law from that institution in 1924 and during that year was admitted to the Ohio bar. He became associated with Miller Thompson & Dunbar, attorneys, with offices in the Beggs Building. He is still identified with this well known firm. Mr. Ward has been a leader in Republican politics in Columbus for a number of years. He served as special counsel in the offices of the attorney general of Ohio during 1929, and had served as director of publicity for Calvin Coolidge in the state of Ohio in 1924. He was also chairman of Judicial Bureau, Republican State Headquarters, in the campaign of 1926. On December 16, 1916, Mr. Ward was united in marriage with Miss Vivian Reed, the daughter of. Frank and Maud (Warfield) Reed. Mr. Reed was a leading farmer of Noble County, Ohio. Two children have been born to Mr. and Mrs. Ward: Virginia Jane and David War-field. Both are at home with their parents at 2177 Coventry Road, Upper Arlington. HISTORY OF FRANKLIN COUNTY - 1423 Mr. Ward is a member of the North Broadway Methodist Episcopal Church, and is affiliated with New England Lodge No. 4, Free and Accepted Masons, Horace Wright Chapter, R. A. M., York Council No. 115, Scioto Consistory and Aladdin Temple. He also belongs to the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks. He is identified with the Columbus Athletic Club, and holds membership in the Columbus Bar Association, Ohio State Bar Association, Cleveland Bar Association, and American Bar Association. Gordon R. Silcott.—Prominently identified with the business life of Worthington is Gordon R. Silcott, who is president and general manager of the Worthington Coal & Supply Company. He is a veteran of the World War. Mr. Silcott was born at Nelsonville, Ohio, December 15, 1894, the son of George C. and Eva M. (Shafer) Silcott. George C. Silcott was born at Ravenswood, West Virginia. Throughout his life he engaged in the coal business and for many years was a well known operator in the Hocking Valley. Later, he became a coal broker in Columbus as president of the George C. Silcott Coal Company. Mr. Silcott died December 1, 1922, and is buried in Union Cemetery, Abbey, Ohio. His widow was born at Nelsonville, Ohio. Gordon R., the subject of this sketch, was their only child. The boyhood of Gordon R. Silcott was spent at Nelsonville, Ohio, where he attended the public schools. He was graduated from Nelsonville High School and from Ohio University, having received a degree from the latter institution in 1916. He began his business career with the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company at Akron, Ohio, and later went as a teller in the State Bank at Akron. Mr. Silcott resigned from that position in order to enlist for service in the World War, in May, 1917. He was sent to Camp Sherman, Ohio, as a member of the One Hundred Forty-sixth Ambulance Company, Thirty-seventh Division, and in April, 1918, was transferred to Camp Upton, Long Island, and in that month sailed for Glasgow, Scotland. From there the outfit was sent to Southampton, England, and subsequently to France. Mr. Silcott saw active service on five battlefronts as an 1424 - HISTORY OF FRANKLIN COUNTY ambulance driver and at the time of the armistice was stationed in Belgium. After his discharge from the service, Mr. Silcott became identified with the coal interests of his father in Columbus, and in July, 1922, came to Worthington, where he established the Worthington Coal & Supply Company, of which he is president and general manager. On April 30, 1922, Mr. Silcott was united in marriage with Miss Virginia Reed, of West Virginia, the daughter of L. V. and Tessie (Root) Reed. They are natives of Missouri and Ohio, respectively, and now reside at Charleston, West Virginia. Mr. and Mrs. Silcott have a son, George Reed Silcott, born September 25, 1925. Mr. Silcott is identified with the Republican party in politics. He holds membership in the Presbyterian Church, and is affiliated with the Masonic Lodge, Thirty-second degree, Shrine, Phi Delta Phi fraternity, Kiwanis Club, and American Legion. He is also identified with the Chamber of Commerce, Worthington.