THE HISTORY OF WYANDOT COUNTY, OHIO

UPPER SANDUSKY - CRANE TOWNSHIP

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JOHN AGERTER, of the firm of Agerter, Stevenson & Co., proprietors of the Stephenson Engine Works, was born in Switzerland November 29, 1826. He emigrated to America with his widowed mother, three brothers and one sister in 1851, reaching Upper Sandusky July 1 of that year. His father died in his native country in 1846, aged about fifty-four years; the mother's death occurred in Upper Sandusky in 1860, aged fifty-six years But two of the family remain--John and Jacob. The former, on locating in Upper Sandusky, began work on a brick-yard, subsequently pursuing the carpenter's trade twelve years, taking contracts for buildings of all descriptions In March, 1865, Mr. Agerter was appointed by the Commissioners of this county to fill the unexpired term of County Surveyor Peter B. Beidler and was afterward elected to the Same office three successive terms. In 1876, he was elected County Auditor serving one term, and October 1, 1881, the firm of Agerter, Stevenson & serv was established. They do an extensive business, their enterprise being the leading institution of the city. Mr. Agerter was married in January, 1859, to Dorotha E. Hottle, and seven children have resulted from this union, namely: William

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Tell, born October 16, 1859; Alice J., July 24, 1861; Paul H., April 25, 1864; Rachel C., April 9, 1867; John D., October 4, 1871; Arra R., November 23, 1874; Zora H., September 22.. 1877. Mrs. Agerter is a native of Hardy County, Va where she was born July 8, 1880. Mr. Agerter served as Mayor of Upper Sandusky two years, as Township Trustee five years, and was elected City Councilman in 1883. He has been a member of the I.0.0.F. since 1956, and, with his wife, is a member of the German Lutheran Church, to whose support he is a liberal contributor. He was one of the principal agents in the erection of the German Reform Church, and is a highly respected and substantial citizen.

ARCHIBALD ALLEN, commonly called "Uncle Archie," and a rare representative of the colored race, was born in Frederick County, Va., April 1, 1808, son of Simon and Lucy Allen, whose deaths occurred in 1833 and 1818 respectively. After the death of his mother, Mr. Allen resided till his twentieth year with Samuel Richardson, who gave him the advantage obtaining an education. In 1828, he embarked in life for himself engaging in various kinds of labor at different places, removing to Wyandot County May 5, 1834. He acquired the trade of barber with Joseph Bennett, of Columbus, where he remained three winters, establishing a shop in Upper Sandusky in 1845, where he pursued his trade until 1866. He then opened a feed store, and has since engaged in that business. He has bought and sold town property to a considerable extent, and his wealth now estimated at $15,000. He has been a resident of the county for ham a century, is a Republican in politics, and has never married.

CHRISTIAN ALTHOUSE was born in Canton Berne, Switzerland, August 20, 1821. He is a son of Christian and Magdaline (Gerber) Althouse, natives of the same locality, his father being a carpenter by trade. His parents emigrated to this country in 1834, and settled in Holmes County, where they resided till 1847, when they removed to this county, where his father died in 1875, his mother still surviving in her eighty-fourth year. Their children were Magdalene, Christian, John, Barbara, Elizabeth, Peter, Samuel, Mary A. and Sophia. The deceased are John and Barbara. Our subject, Christian, lived with his parents till twenty-two years old. He was educated in the schools of Switzerland, attending English schools one month only. He learned the wagon trade, and was engaged in the same five years in Stark County. In 1852, he purchased eighty acres of his present farm, now owning 104 acres, valued at $80 per acre. In 1869, he erected a good ham, costing $700, and in 1878 a fine brick residence, costing $2,000. In connection with his farming, Mr. Althouse kept a number of cows, and did a good business in the dairy line for several years. He was married, March 24, 1851, to Anna Gehring, who was born in Switzerland July 8, 1829, and daughter of William and Catharine (Brandt) Gehring, whose children were Barbara, Catharine, Mary, Christian, Anna, William and Elizabeth. Christian and William are deceased. The father died in 1886; the mother in 1801. They came to this county in 1849. Mr. and Mrs. Althouse have eleven children, namely: Elizabeth, December 13, 1851; Samuel W., February 21, 1858; Harriet May 21, 1855; John F., July 21, 1857; Caroline C., June 18, 1861; Carl D., July 16, 1863; Mary A., September 29, 1865; William R., Be t mber 15, 1868; George A., August 9, 1870; Emily C., November 20, 1871; Alvin 0., February 10, 1875. Elizabeth died October 17, 1852, and George A. November 3, 1870. In politics, Mr. Althouse is a Democrat, himself and wife being members of the German Reform Church.

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HENRY ALTSTAETTER, of the firm of Veith & Altstaetter, was born in Germany July 9, 1843. He is the son of Frederick and Susannah Altstaetter, with whom he emigrated to America in 1851. They settled in Allen County, Ohio, purchasing 160 acres of land on which they resided till 1863. They subsequently removed to Delphos, Ohio, where he died September 3, 1883, aged eighty-one years. His wife still survives in her seventy-fifth year, a resident of the above city. They were the parents of eleven children, seven now living-Lewis, William, Christina, Emma, Henry, Mary and Augusta. Henry Altstaetter, our subject, was a farmer boy in Allen County, and at the age of eighteen enlisted in the United States service, March 23, 1862, in Company K, Fourteenth Missouri Western Sharpshooters. He participated in the siege of Corinth, the battles of Iuka and Corinth; marched from Corinth to Pulaski, thence to Chattanooga, joining in the Atlanta campaign, and with Sherman in his march to the sea. He veteranized at Pulaski, Tenn., never losing a day's duty; participated in all battles the regiment was in, and was discharged at Springfield, Ill., April 26, 1865. He was married, September 21, 1865, to Hedwig Jettinger, of Delphos. They have seven children-Antonia H., born September 22, 1867; Louisa P., June 18, 1869; Lena M., August 29, 1871; Emma C., September 21, 1873; Frederick W., December 11, 1875; Hedwig P., April 24, 1879; Ida H. W., August 29, 1881. Mrs. Altstaetter was born December 12, 1844. After marriage, our subject engaged in the brewing business at Delphos, subsequently spending some time on the farm, and removing to Upper Sandusky in 1877. He then engaged in the brewing business until 18839 en he formed a partnership with Charles F. Veith, in the grocery an queensware trade. In connection with this establishment he operates a mill, at times employing from four to five assistants. Mr. Altstaetter is the owner of 172 acres of land in Marseilles Township, a residence on Fourth street, and a half interest in his stock of goods. He is a member of the G. A. R., and has served one term as City Councilman.

JACOB P. ARTER was born in Richland County, Ohio, Much 7,1858. His parents were Henry and Delilah (Hattel) Arter, the former born in Maryland January 22, 1799, died May 30, 1879; the latter born in Shenandoah County, Va., January 14, 1818. They were married in Crawford County, Ohio, in 1847, their three children being David M., born September 28, 1847; Harriet J., May 29, 1849, and Jacob P., our subject. They came to this county in 1853, and purchased eighty acres of land on oh Jacob P. grew to manhood. He was educated in tie common schools, has always engaged in agricultural pursuits. He owns 220 acres well improved, and valued at $75 per acre. His annual farm product is $1,200 to $1,500. Mr. Arter was married, November 27, 1876, to Belinda Morris, njamin and Eleanor (Walton) Morris, born in Eden Township January 26, 1855. They have one child-Ortan M., born December 2, 1878. Mr. and Mrs. Arter are members of the United Brethren Church; he is a strong advocate of Republican principles, an energetic young farmer, and well respected citizen.

DAVID AYRES, first son of Dr. Isaac and Eliza (Coulter) Ayres, was born in Beavertown, Penn., June 11, 1809. In 1822, he came with his parents to Richland County, Ohio, where they remained till 1847. They then removed to Upper Sandusky, where they resided during the remainder of their lives. The father died in December, 1848; the mother in 1858. They were the parents of nine children, of whom but five are living-David and Jonathan, and three daughters. The former settled in Upper San-

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dusky in 1845, and engaged in the mercantile trade, pursuing this occupation a number of years. Prior to his settlement in Upper Sandusky, Mr. Ayres engaged in the mercantile business in Londonville, Richland County, when but twenty years of age, and afterward at Perrysville, Richland County, for a period of two years. He then disposed of his establishment, and after a short period of time spent in agricultural pursuits, for the benefit of his health, again entered the field of traffic at Kalida, Ohio. In 1839, he removed to Putnam County, and formed a partnership with C. H. Rice, father of Gen. Rice, handling a stock of general merchandise at Kalida, then the county seat of Putnam County. He remained here two years, traveled several months, and located in Upper Sandusky in 1845 above stated. He continued in business in Upper Sandusky till 1853, when he retired with a large amount of property. He was married in 1835 to Abigail Rice, and four children were born to them. The death of Mrs. A occurred in 1840 or 1841, and our subject was again married, in 1851, to Miss Octave Sutherland, one child being born to them. The death of his second wife and child occurred in 1852, and Mr. Ayres was a third time married, in 1861, to Nancy Jackson, They have no children. Mr. Ayres has been identified with many of the leading improvements of the town. He is a man of high sense of honor, and is held in high esteem by fellow-Democrats.

J. L. BARICK, farmer, was born in Fairfield County, Ohio, June 8, 1836. 'He is a son of Solomon and Susan (Lechleiter) Barick, the former a native of Fairfield County, born December 25, 1811; the latter born Hampshire County, Va., May 5, 1816. They were the parents of four children-John L., George W., David and May A. David was born April 10, 1840, died April 25, 1842; Mary A., born April 8, 1842, died June 8, 1842; George W., born October 8, 1843, died July 3, 1862. John L., the subject of this sketch, resided with his parents in the counties of Fairfield and Pickaway, locating in Wyandot in 1849. His parents removed to this county in 1851, and with them he remained till 1858, receiving the benefits of the common schools. He was married, September 16, 1858, to Maria Keller, daughter of Martin and Hannah (Buskirk) Keller, a native of Tuscarawas County, Ohio, born November 1, 1839. They have six children -Mahlon A., born October 13, 1859; Susan H., May 15, 1862; Bertha M., March 1, 1865; Mary B., February 19, 1870; Emily M., May 2, 1873; John R., February 8, 1881. After marriage, Mr. Barick settled on his present farm, and has since devoted his attention to agriculture and stock raising, making a specialty of Poland-China hogs. He enlisted in the army, Company E, One Hundred and Ninety-second Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry, February 14, 1865, and was sent into the Shenandoah Valley on detached service at Rood's Hill, Col. Butterfield's headquarters, till the close of the war, receiving his discharge at Columbus September 7, 1865. Mr. Barick served as Township Trustee four years, and was member of the Township Board of Education a number of years. In polities, he is a Democrat, and alive to every public interest

MRS. MARY BEAM, widow of William Beam, is a native of Columbus, Ohio, born December 8, 1839. She is a daughter of William and Mary (Seip) Hoff, natives of Germany, who emigrated about 1838, settling first in Columbus, and, two years later, near Carey, being one of its first inhabitants. He died at his home northeast of Carey, in May, 1877, aged seventy four years; his widow still resides on the homestead in her sixty-eighth year. Mrs. Beam came to this county when but one year of age, and had

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but meager opportunities for an education. She was married, November 4, 1858 to William Beam, a native of Knox County, Ohio, born February 19, 1823, and son of Isaac and Martha (Merritt) Beam, of German and Irish parentage. He was a prominent citizen of this county, being elected Commissioner in l868. He purchased the farm on which Mrs. Beam now resides in 1865, and at his death was the owner of 285 acres, which has since been properly divided among his surviving children. He died September 10, 1873. Mr. and Mrs. Beam had five children: William H., born August 25, 1859; Mary E., April 28, 1861; Anna B., May 16, 1863; Ida F., June 3, 1868; and Edward, May 22, 1870.

SEVERIN BECHLER, brewer, is a native of Bezirk, Baden, Germany, and son of Mathias and Katie (Schueble) Bechler, the former still residing in his native country in which the latter's death occurred in 1866. Severin Bechler emigrated to the United States when twenty-nine years of age, landing in New York City October 10, 1868; he awn after located in Dayton, Ohio, where he engaged six years as foreman of a brewery. In 1874, he removed to Delphos, remaining two years in the same occupation, and in 1876 to Upper Sandusky, where he is still extensively engaged in the brewing business. Mr. Bechler was married in Germany, November 28, 1866, to Theodora Massbrugger, and five children have been born to them-three living: Emma K., born at Dayton, February 18, 1869; Louis F., August 28,1874; and Matilda I., born at Delphos, September 26, 1876. The deceased are Emily, born in Germany, November 26, 1867, died March 19, 1868 and Frank L., born at Dayton, March 6, 1871, died in same city September, 1873. Mr. Bechler is a substantial and industrious citizen and has acquired considerable property as a result of his labors.

BROOKS BEERY, son of George and Catharine (Cradlebaugh) Beery, was born in Fairfield County, Ohio, February 19, 1820. "His father, George Beery, was born in Rockingham County, Va., in the year 1783, and emigrated to the almost unbroken wilderness of your county in the year 1800. He was the youngest of six brothers of his father's family, in the order here given: John, Isaac, Abraham, Jacob, Henry and George. There were two half brothers, Christopher and Joseph, all of whom were among the first and early settlers of Fairfield County. He came down the Monongahela and Ohio Rivers in a flat-boat, and up the Hock-hocking to the falls, thence through the woods on foot to Lancaster, and remained over winter, clearing land for others by the acre. He returned to Virginia the next spring, and finally returned to Fairfield County, in the fall of the year 1801, settled on the Raccoon Creek, near Bremen, clearing land and working there, thus enabling him to enter eighty acres, which he did in the fall of the year, 1807. In 1809, he married and settled on this small tract of 1 continuing to live thereon, and in the neighborhood of Bremen, until in the spring of 1832, when he moved to Little Raccoon, five miles east of Lancaster, where he died in the year 1856. John Beery, his oldest brother, came to the county in the year 1805, and the other brothers soon after, all settling upon and near the streams mentioned in Rush Creek and Berne Townships. They were a hardy, stout and industrious set of men, and did their full share of clearing and improving that part of the county. They are all dead, leaving families scattered all over the country. Their education being very limited, and their habits sober and industrious, were content with the occupation of farming, except my father, who was always far In advance of his neighbors in schools and public improvements. He took active part in the construction of the canal from Carroll to Lancaster.

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Also, in building the Zanesville & Marysville, and Hanner & Lancaster Turnpikes; was one of the Commissioners of the county, I think, in the year 1828, and assisted in locating and building the County Infirmary. In 1834, he laid out the town of Bremen, and, in the next year, in liar er with Mr. Hedges, commenced the business of selling goods, an occupation yet followed by several of his children, who received their first lessons der his supervision. In the war of 1812, he was pressed into the service with his team, and while Maj. Crogban was defending Fort Stevenson, at Lower Sandusky, with team and provisions he was camped at Fort Ball now Tiffin, and within hearing of the guns of the fort. He was a personal friend and a great admirer of the Hon. T. Ewing, claiming that he had no superior as a lawyer and a statesman in the Union. Such was his admiration of this truly great man, that he called his tenth and youngest Thomas Ewing. As a citizen he was public spirited; as a neighbor, kind and benevolent; as a father, strict in his requirements, yet tenderly devoted, to his children. His wife was a Cradlebaugh, is daughter of a Revolutionary soldier, a German Reform minister, and a man of considerable influence in his day. He emigrated to Western Pennsylvania soon after the war closed and in 1810 or 1811, to Fairfield County, when he soon afterward died. She was born in Washington County, Penn., in the year 1789, emigrated to Fairfield County in 1906 or 1807, and died in 1870. She was a woman of more than ordinary force of character, positive in her opinions, and free to express them; industrious and economical, loving right and hating wrong; prompt and practical in every duty, exercising a marked and controlling influence over her husband and family. A mother of the old type in every sense of the word. They had twelve children, nine of whom still survive: four are living here, one now Urbana, Ohio, and the balance in and near the family village of Bremen."* Brooks Beery, the subject proper of this sketch, was employed on the farm with his parents till twenty-seven years of age, obtaining only a common school education. He subsequently engaged three years in mercantile pursuits at Bremen, Ohio, and was attended by fair success. In 1850, he came to Upper Sandusky and established a dry goods store in a frame building on the site now occupied by the Beery Block , where for thirty years he conducted an extensive and successful business, retiring in 1880. He is the principal owner of the Upper Sandusky Gas Works; owns a half interest in the Beery Block and also in the elevator located by the C. H. V. & T. R. R. For many years Mr. Beery has been regarded as one of the prime factors of the commercial and business interests of Upper Sandusky and is well known as one of its most enterprising and substantial citizens. He is a gentleman of broad and liberal views on all subjects, and is endowed with a large and valuable business experience. Mr. Beery was married September 4, 1856, to Miss Jeannette Sherman, their only child being Frank, who was born October 20, 1857. Mrs. Beery was born in New York, August, 1828, and is the daughter of Horace and Luceppa (Harris) Sherman.

HON. GEORGE W. BEERY. Conspicuous among the eminent and notable citizens who have resided and still grace this place with their presence, is Eton. George W. Beery, who is now President of one of the principal banks of Upper Sandusky. He was born in Fairfield County, Ohio July 1, 1822. At the age of ten years he removed with his parents to a point six miles east of Lancaster, in the same county, remaining there about five years. In the meantime his father bad laid out the town of Bremen

* Extract from a letter written by G. W. Beery, Esq., to Hon T. 0. Edwards of Lancaster, Ohio.

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and embarked in the dry goods business. Young Beery entered his father's store, and made himself useful and valuable as a clerk until the year 1841, when he availed himself of the advantages of a two years' schooling at the Greenfield Academy. In 1843, he commenced reading law, in the office, and under the instructions of Hon. John M. Creed, a prominent lawyer of Lancaster, and after two and a half years' study, he was admitted to the bar, at Cincinnati, Ohio, in the spring of 1845. He immediately formed a partnership with Charles Borland and opened a law office at Lancaster. In 1847, he removed to Upper Sandusky and at once took a leading position at the bar in this and adjoining counties, and was noted for his ability as an effective speaker. He continued the practice of law here until 1862, when he was appointed United States Assessor of Internal Revenue by President Lincoln, for the district in which he was located, and served with great credit to himself and the appointing power until the fall of 1865, when a change of administration, after the assassination of Lincoln, was not sufficient to palliate or alter his political opinions, and refusing to indorse Johnson's administration he gracefully gave way to a successor. After his official career, it was a matter of regret that he did not return to the law; and, although successful beyond the measure of most men in other pursuits, the law was undoubtedly his field of labor, and in it he would have contributed to the honor and usefulness of the profession, and gained an enviable state reputation. He was clear and logical, persuasive and earnest, and favored with all those rare and pleasing accomplishments, which are so effective and fascinating in a public speaker. Few men had these qualities to a higher degree, and his retirement from a profession which brought them in use was certainly a matter of regret In 1850, when the prospect of a railway agitated our people, and its fate, apparently, hung upon the action f the county in voting an appropriation of $50,000, and this made effective only by a vote of the people and a majority in its favor, Mr. Beery was champion of the cause, and his able, forcible and convincing speeches in behalf of the measure at public meetings all along the line of the proposed road, from Salem, Ohio, to Fort Wayne, Ind., am still matters of pleasurable reference, embalmed in the gratitude of those who still live and in that early day had the interest of Upper Sandusky and the county at heart. The fine thoroughfare, which a change of name has made the Pittsburgh, Fort Wayne & Chicago Railway, is a result of the movement, in which Mr. Beery took so conspicuous a part and rendered such valuable service. The opposition to this project was led by Hon. John Carey, a man of natural force and power, who saw in the road through Upper Sandusky a contingent detriment to the now town he had laid out in the northwestern part of the county, which still bears his name. The principal objection to the then now road was the enormous taxes it would inflict, and so high ran the opposition, and so earnest the interest in its behalf, that political parties dissolved and found their level in local bearings. The high standing of the Hon. John Carey, the fact that he was one of the first settlers of the territory now known as Wyandot County, and these qualities, fortified with a disposition not to brook opposition, which heretofore had given him the name of " Old Invincible," was so impressive upon the minds of the people that they looked with foreboding upon any project that did not meet his pleasure, and when his protest took the prominence of a public discussion against an enterprise, without which but little could be expected of our then new town, there was a good deal of despondency, as no one seemed willing to tilt a lance with the old hero of the Tymochtee. Mr. Carey was

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earnest and aggressive and threw all his old-time vigor and dash into tie opposition. For a time he seemed to have everything his own way, and his challenge for debate upon the stump went unheeded, until Mr. Beery (then but a short time in the county), finding that none of the older citizens would measure arms with Carey, took up the gauntlet in defense of the new railroad. Five appointments were made for joint discussions, only two of which Cal attended. He found in the young attorney a resistance he could not encompass, and from that hour the star of Carey and his opposition to the road commenced to wane. So thoroughly did Mr. Beery, in his able and effective manner, demolish the appeals and presentments of the old hero, that he soon retired from the stump, leaving Mr. Beery the field in triumph. This caused an encouraging turn in favor of the proposed road; it instituted hope and energy, and our people were lavish in their praise of the young attorney who had wrought this favorable and unexpected change. The effective canvass in Wyandot County made by Mr. Beery attracted wide attention, and as above mentioned, he was pressed into service to publicly present the interests of the road along its line from Salem, Ohio, to Ft. Wayne, Ind. In giving a biographical sketch of this useful and prominent man, it would not be complete without adding that to him, more than to any other, is due the credit of establishing through our county the magnificent thoroughfare that has brought growth and prosperity to the town of Upper Sandusky. Without his able assistance at the time, the road would never have stretched its way from sea to Lake over the line then proposed, and to our subject is truly due the merit of being the champion of our first railway. Mr. Beery also took a prominent part in securing the Columbus & Toledo Railroad, its rights of way and franchises. He represented before the Boards of Trade of Columbus and Toledo the interests of the proposed air-line route against John O. Lee, who favored its construction through Marysville, Renton, Bowling Green, etc. He labored earnestly, making speeches all along the line. In all the public enterprises that were intended to benefit or enrich the community or county Mr. Beery has taken an active part, and no man has done as much to advance the interests Upper Sandusky and Wyandot County as he. He is an earnest advocate of protection and in every respect he has labored to maintain home industries. In the spring of 1867, Mr. Beery organized the Wyandot Bank, and has served as its President ever since. Aside from this he has dealt largely in real estate, more, perhaps, than any other c the county, and has reaped the reward of good judgment and fair dealing, and it may be said of him in this connection that his sales and purchases were always upon a basis of fairness, in which all the parties were equally benefitted. It was in the rise of real estate, or the enhancement of values in other respects, that Mr. Beery made this pursuit a profitable business.

He owns a valuable farm of 220 acres in Crane and Richland Townships, and for the lust six years has been engaged in rearing Durham cattle, which he regularly exhibits at the annual fairs. He, with Judge Renick organized the County, Agricultural Society, which has since become a permanent and prosperous institution. In 1881, he became a partner in the Stevenson Machine Works and still retains an interest in that industry. He owns a fine residence on Eighth street and five acres of land adjoining. Mr. Beery was married in October, 1845. to Miss Ann J. McDonald, daughter of Walter McDonald, for many years a leading manufacturer of Lancaster, Ohio. Mrs. Beery was born in Lancaster, Ohio in September, 1822. Mr. and Mrs. Beery have reared four children, three daughters and one son, viz.:

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Julia 0., wife of Capt. E. A. Gordon; Ida, wife of W. G. Holdridge; Emma, wife of H. R. Henderson, and George W., Jr., Assistant Cashier of the Wyandot County Bank. In political sentiment, Mr. Beery was a Whig until the organization of the Republican party, when he united himself with it and took an active part in all the campaigns till 1880, being its principal and favorite advocate upon the stump. His pleasing and effective style of oratory attracted considerable attention, and his effort's in this direction were not confined to his own county. While forcible and argumentative, he inclined to the humorous, adorning and clinching his well-rounded periods with irresistible comparisons. While Mr. Beery was an active and zealous partisan, he was never bitter or uncouth, and his feelings for a friend never investigated political identity, and many of his warmest friends and personal admirers were in the opposite party. He was always a man of strong convictions, and his political opinions of years ago no doubt took their zeal from the fact that he was ardently opposed to slavery; and since this great question of public policy has been settled, he has given to party movements but little of his care or attention. Mr. Beery is yet endowed with the bless health, a vigorous constitution, and is rarely absent from his place of business. He is a gentleman peculiar somewhat in his ways, and those not thoroughly acquainted are inclined to esteem him distant and unapproachable, elements which have no place whatever in his nature. He has a heart full of sympathy for every appeal that comes from the right direction, a welcome for everything meritorious, and no one takes greater delight in reflecting sunshine over a neighborly communion, in which he brings in play a rare and pleasing conversational power for which this eminent citizen is noted and admired.

FRANK BEERY, of the firm of S. F. Beery & Co., dry goods merchants, was born in Upper Sandusky October 20, 1857. Ho is the only son of Brooks and Jeannette (Sherman) Beery, and has always resided in his native city, obtaining a good education in its public schools. He finished his studies at the Wesleyan University of Delaware in 1878, and succeeded his father in the dry goods business, which the former established in 1850. The firm of S. F. Beery & Co. was established in 1879, and is composed of enterprising young men with large business capacity and experience. Their spacious room in the Beery Block enables them to display their large stock, valued at $20,000, and comprising a full line of dry goods, carpets, and everything to be found in a city establishment of this kind. The genial manners and fair dealing of the respective members of this firm have won for it an extensive patronage. Mr. Beery is a charter member of the nights of Pythias of Upper Sandusky, and was initiated in November, 1883.

ISAAC H. BEERY. deceased, was born in Bremen, Fairfield County, February 19, 1820. He is a son of George and Catharine (Cradlebaugh) Beery, and resided in the village of his nativity till twelve years of when he moved with his parents to a farm in Bern Township, where the family of eight sons and two daughters were reared. He was there employed in agricultural pursuits till his twenty-third year, when he entered into a partnership with his brother-in-law, John Ashbaugh, in the mercantile trade in Bremen in 1843. Here be obtained his first commercial lessons which he utilized to such good advantage in after years, and here be continued his mercantile pursuits till 1850, his brother, Brooks Beery, having been admitted to the firm in 1847. In 1850, the two brothers came to the then new town of Upper Sandusky, and in September of that year erected a frame business room on the site now occupied by the Beery Block, and

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opened a general store under the firm name of I. H. & B. Beery. The establishment was well founded and managed, and at once grew into a popularity that it has ever since sustained. It soon became one of the most thoroughly-stocked dry goods houses in the county, and for thirty years# stood the test of time with undiminished prosperity. Afterward the frame building gave place to the substantial brick structure which now occupies its site, and besides this, the grain elevator, the handsome residences and many other buildings erected by them in their resident town, mark the steps of their prosperity and the spirit of their enterprise. The partnership of Mr. Beery and his brother continued its existence until 1880, from which time to the date of his death, March 21, 1884, he was not actively engaged. In 1876, he became a stockholder in the Wyandot County

Bank to which his chief business interests at the time of his demise were attached. He was a thorough, energetic business man of the strictest in and has ever been one of the foremost of the citizens of his community in building up its varied interests, amid all his trials and efforts " wearing the white flower of a blameless life." Mr. Beery was married, September, 1852, to Miss Leefe Fowler, daughter of Dr. Stephen Fowler, and four children were born to them-S. Fowler, Leefe, L Foster and Minnie. All of- these are living, but Fowler, whose death occurred October 15, 1883.

THOMAS E BEERY, the youngest of a family of twelve children and the tenth son of George and Catharine (Cradlebaugh) Beery, was born in Fairfield County, Ohio, July 6, 1835. In his youth, he enjoyed such school advantages as were offered by the country district school . Attending school during the winter, and working upon the farm spring, summer and fall, but subsequently spent some time in the Lancaster High School and Otterbein University, abandoning his school life at the age of twenty. In 1855, he entered the mercantile trade in partnership with his brother Simon, at Bremen a town laid out and named by his father. They carried a stock of general merchandise, and did a good business, continuing their operations till 1857, when our subject retired from the firm and removed to Upper Sandusky, when he entered into a partnership with his brother, Anthony Beery, in the dry goods trade, in which business he was engaged two years. Mr. Beery then disposed of his interest to his brother, Isaac Beery and established himself in a hardware store, with G. T. McDonald, under the firm name of Beery & McDonald, continuing this business four years, withdrawing from the firm in 1868. He next engaged in the manufacture of agricultural implements, in company with F. F. Fowler, E. B. Wood and A. W. Brinkerhoff, the firm being known as F. F. Fowler & Co. In 1865, this enterprise was abandoned, and the sale of the Brinkerhoff cornhusker was engaged in for the next three years with admirable results, after which Mr. Beery assisted in the incorporation of the Wyandot County Bank, and became one of its stockholders, retaining his interest in this enterprise till 1869. He then engaged in the dry goods trade, in partnership with J. A. Maxwell, purchasing the store room of S. H. Hunt, and the stock of Hunt & Watson. To this they added the grain business, purchasing the warehouse of Straw & Myers in 1870, and continuing their operations till Bank, 1872-73, when the firm was dissolved by mutual consent, Mr. Beery conducting the grain trade till about 1875. In 1876, in company with Samuel Walters and Jacob Agerter, he was awarded the contract for macadamizing the streets, of Upper Sandusky, and in the spring of 1877 he again embarked in the dry goods business as sole, proprietor of his establishment, but subsequently admitting S. H. White, who was afterward succeeded by

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John W. Geiger. In 1882, Mr. Beery assisted in organizing the Strawboard Company, but disposed of his interest in that enterprise in 1883, and became a member of the Upper Sandusky Gaslight Company, with which he is at this date connected. He has been one of the most useful of Upper Sandusky's citizens, having been identified with most of its enterprises, and exerted a strong influence toward the promotion of its general Interests. He is a man of excellent character, and is one of the first citizens of his community, from whatever standpoint he may be considered. Mr. Beery was one of the prime movers in the establishment of the Universalist Church at Upper Sandusky, and is one of its most prominent members, having always contributed liberally to its support. He is also associated with the Knights of Honor, at present holding the chair of Past Director. He was married, October 23, 1855, to Emma R. Witt, who died in April, 1858. His marriage to Harriet A. Osborn occurred in 1859, and by this union three children were born, all now deceased. Two of these died in early infancy; Edwin L., born December 14, 1881, died at Poughkeepsie, N. Y., April 2, 1882. This son was a young man of most brilliant promise. He graduated in Upper Sandusky High School in 1879 and subsequently took a two years' course at Buchtel College, Akron, Ohio. At the time of his decease he was pursuing his studies at the Eastman Business College, of Poughkeepsie, N. Y. He was a young man of good judgment and more than ordinary intellectual ability, and these qualities combined with an innate culture and spotless character placed his prospects for a useful and eminent future in a most promising light. Brit alas for the hopes of youth that fall like the leaves in the autumn blast; in the midst of their sanguine beauty the shadow touched him and he was not.

PETER B. BEIDLER, attorney at law, Upper Sandusky, was born in Berks County, Penn., December 28, 1818. He is the son of Henry and Mary (Beihl) Beidler, early settlers of Eastern Pennsylvania, and of German ancestry. They were the parents of nine children, five now living Peter B., Anna E., Harriet, Charles and Lemuel. The deceased are Henry W., John, Franklin and James. From the date of their marriage in 1817, the parents resided near Reading, Penn. The mother died in 1857, aged about sixty years; the father died February 22, 1869. aged seventy-one years. Peter B. Beidler, the subject of this sketch, was educated principal. ly in the common schools of Berks County, and at the age of twenty one engaged in teaching and surveying, continuing in this profession about two years. In 1842, he removed to this county (formerly Crawford), and was elected County Surveyor of Crawford County in 1843. He resigned this office and removed to this county in 1845, and was elected to the same office the same year. He was re-elected in the fall of 1848, his term of office expiring in 1851; he was engaged in the mercantile trade from 1851 to 1857 he was again elected to the office of Surveyor, serving until March 4, 1859, when he resigned and was elected County Auditor, serving two terms. In April, 1864, he was appointed to fill a vacancy in the office of Surveyor, and in the fall of the same year was elected Probate Judge, serving in this capacity nine consecutive years, his third term expiring in 1874, Mr. Beidler served as Mayor of Upper Sandusky during the years 1850-51, and was again elected to that office in the spring of 1875. In 1874 , he was admitted to practice law and has devoted his attention to various vocations since 1877. He was married, January 8, 1846,. to Martha J. McCutchen, daughter of Joseph and Sarah (Watt) McCutchen. Joseph McCutchen came to this county in November, 1827, and was the founder of

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McCutchensville, being well known as one of the early pioneers. Mr. and Mrs. Beidler are the parents of three children, two living-Frank M born A March 2, 1847, and Mar E born June 22, 1848. The deceased is Joseph H., born July 4, 1850; he died April 29, 1856. Mrs, Beidler was born October 14, 1824, in Pickaway County, Ohio. She came with her parents this county in 1827, and has since resided here.

JOHN BENNER was born in Wurtemberg, Germany, November 19, 1827. He learned the cabinet trade in his native country, and emigrated to America in 1845, locating at Sandusky City till 1877, during which time he engaged at his trade and in agricultural pursuits. He purchased his present farm in 1877 and has since resided in this county, doing a good business in agriculture and stock-raising. He was married at Sandusky City November 16, 1851, to Mary M. Courhart, daughter of John P. and Mary (Fry) Courhart, natives of France, where Mrs. Bonner was born June 2, 1828. Her parents emigrated to America in 1832 or 1833, settling in Pennsylvania. In 1834, they removed to Seneca County, where the father died in 1844; the mother died in Sandusky City in 1850. They had twelve children who removed from Pennsylvania with their parents by wagons Mr. and Mrs. Benner had eleven children, eight still living, viz.: Catharine, born May 13, 1855; Charles J., May 14, 1857; Elizabeth, June 1860; Louis A., June 28, 1863; Rosa V., October 31, 1864; Carolina, December 14, 1865; Mary A., August 18, 1867, and Frank P., March 29, 1869. The deceased are Caroline, Frank and Louis. Mr. Benner contributed about $800 to the late war; he served as infirmary Director of Erie County two years; as Township Trustee six years, and as a member of the School Board nine years. Himself and family are members of the Roman Catholic Church, he being a Democrat in political faith. Margaret Benner, our subject a mother, emigrated to the United States in 1854, and resided with her son till her death, which occurred at Sandusky City November 12, 1877, in her seventy-eighth year.

FREDERICK BERG, of the firm of Von Stein & Berg, druggists and booksellers, Upper Sandusky, was born in Mansfield, Richland County, February 11, 1851. He is the son of Conrad and Rachel (Von Stein) Berg, natives of Germany. They emigrated to America in 1850, settling in Mansfield, Ohio, where they resided till 1869, at which time they removed to Salem Township, this county, purchasing seventy acres of land, upon which they now reside, Frederick Berg, the subject of this sketch, was educated in the public schools of Mansfield, and removed with his parents to this county, remaining with them upon the farm until 1873, when he engaged as clerk with his uncle George P. Von Stein, of Cincinnati. He remained in Cincinnati until 1877, when he came to Upper Sandusky, and entered into a partnership with John H. Von Stein, in the drug business, which they have since successfully conducted. They keep a full stock of drugs, paints, oils, wall paper, stationery, fancy articles, etc., etc., carrying a stock $5,000 to $6,000 the year round. Mr. Berg was married September 18, 1877, to Elizabeth Ash, daughter of John Ash, Sr., formerly a prominent resident, and farmer of Mifliin Township. By this marriage, four children have been born, three living-Clara M., born June 10, 1878; Charley, born, December 12, 1879, and died June 24, 1880; Carl J., born July 10, 1881; and Arthur, born January 14, 1888. Mr. Berg is an energetic young business man. He is a member of the Ohio Pharmaceutical Association; member of the Royal Arcanum; Vice President of the Mutual Aid Society; Treasurer of the Acme Lodge, P. 0. S. of A., and a Democrat in politics. Himself and wife are members of the German Lutheran Church,

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HON. CURTIS BERRY, Jr., for a number of years a prominent lawyer at the Wyandot County Bar, was born in Crawford Township, this county, April 19, 1831. He is a son of Curtis and Sally (Cavitt) Berry, of whom extended mention is made in the history of Crawford Township. Mr. Berry was reared on the homestead until of age, and enjoyed only the advantages of the common schools. After attaining his majority, he attend the Ohio Wesleyan University, at Delaware, Ohio, one term, after which, in the fall of 1852, he took a position in the office of the Treasurer of Seneca County, The following winter he taught school in Senaca, County, returning to Wyandot County in the spring, and the next fall he was elected Clark of the courts to fill the vacancy occasioned by the resignation of G. C. Worth. He was re-elected in 1857, and again elected in 1860, serving in all seven years and four months. During the interim, between his first and second election to the above office, 1854-57, be was Chief Clerk in the office of the General Ticket Agent of the Pittsburgh, Ft. Wayne & Chicago Railway, eat Pittsburgh and Fort Wayne. While serving as Clerk of the courts he read law under the instructions of Hon. Robert McKelly, and was admitted to the bar at Upper Sandusky, in 1858. He practiced his profession alone, until in 1865, when he formed it partnership with his brother, Hon. Job Berry. The law firm of Berry & Berry soon took a prominent at the bar of this, and surrounding counties, and were both recognized as able and worthy lawyers. In 1866, Mr. Berry, the subject of this notice, was elected to represent this district in the State Senate, and at the expiration of that term was again chosen to the same position. He rendered efficient service as a legislator, introducing at the session of 1889, and securing the passage amid great opposition of the Homestead Law, and also other measures of no less importance. He served as Vice President of the County Agricultural Society three years, and as Secretary five years. He was instrumental in organizing the County Pioneer Society, and was prominently connected with it during its existence. Mr. Berry has borne his part in all public improvements and enterprises of the county. In securing a Columbus & Toledo Railway, he took an active part, making the first speech in its favor at Marion, Ohio, and with Hon. George W. Beery at different points along the line of the road. He was married, May 1860, to Miss Emma, daughter of Col. M. H. Kirby, by whom he had six hildren, of these five are living, viz.: Florence, Frederick, Anna, Louise and Fanny. Robert died at the age of two years. Mrs, Berry departed is life July 31, 1883.

HON. JOHN BERRY was born in this county April 26, 1883. He received a good education in the district schools, subsequently attending the Wesleyan University at Delaware. In 1855, he came to Upper Sandusky and began the study of law with Hon. Robert McKelly, afterward attending Cincinnati Law School at which he graduated with honor in 1857. Being admitted to the bar in April of that year, he at once began the practice of his profession, which he continued with marked success till his death. In politics, Mr. Berry took very little interest; he was elected Mayor of Upper Sandusky in 1864; served as Prosecuting Attorney, and in 1872 was and elected to Congress, being ranked among its most worthy and respected members. Mr. Berry was married, May 7, 1862, to Matilda L. Pierson, daughter of Christopher Y. and Delilah (Groff) Pierson, and two children were born to them, a son and daughter, the former dying in infancy; the latter is still living. Mr. Berry was a man of great promise and his death deeply regretted by a host of friends.

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ADOLPHUS BILLHARDT, M. D., is a native of Saxony, Germany, and was born January 30, 1833. He graduated at Leipsic, and emigrated to America in 1858. He came directly to this county, and located in Upper Sandusky, where he immediately began the practice of medicine, teaching school at intervals, and continued in this pursuit till June, 1861. He then enlisted as a private in Company F, Thirty-seventh Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry, and after a short service as Hospital Steward was commissioned First Assistant Surgeon, soon after acting as Surgeon of the regiment. On July 22, 1864, he was captured at Atlanta, and sent first Macon, Ga., and then to Charleston, S. C., where he remained a prisoner three months. He was released in the following October, but being unable to join his regiment, he tendered his resignation in the following year, and returned home to resume the practice of his profession. In 1866, Mr. Billhardt opened a drug store, and since that date has devoted his attention chiefly to that business. In 1880, he erected his handsome building on the corner of Sandusky avenue and Johnson street, at a cost of $30,000, and since its completion has been located therein. This structure is the finest in Upper Sandusky, to the appearance and business of which it is a most valuable addition. Mr. Billhardt has been large identified with the business affairs of the city in which he resides, and is one of its most prominent citizens. He is one of the leading spirits of the German citizenship, and is recognized as one of its most honorable, energetic and enterprising factors. He holds the position of agent of the Adams Express Company, Director of the Wyandot Dirigent Saengerbund, and Weather Observer for the Fifth Congressional District. He served as Clerk of the Board of Education for six consecutive years; is Post Surgeon of the G. A. R., and a prominent member of the F. & A. M., being member of the Blue Lodge and Secretary of the Chapter. Mr. Billhardt was married, August 80, 1860, to Rosalie Fistler, of Buffalo, and a native of Prussia, born April 27, 1848. Their children are Adolphus, born June 25, 1861; Emma, April 10, 1863; Edwin, July 8, 1865; Oscar, June 26 1867; and Ida, February 17, 1874,

JOHN S. BOWERS, born April 4, 1825, is a son of Henry and Martha (Pool) Bowers, and a native of Richland County, Ohio. His parents natives of New Jersey and Pennsylvania respectively, and early settlers Richland County, having moved to that locality before their marriage, and when there were but three or four buildings in what is now the flourishing city of Mansfield. His father was a hatter by trade, but subsequently turned his attention to farming. He closed his earthly career January 1, 1874, his wife having preceded him about twelve years. John S. Bowers grow to manhood in his native county. He obtained a fair education in the district schools, and later engaged in farming on his father's land, and rented tracts till his twenty-fifth year. In 1849, he came to this county, and purchased fifty acres of his present farm in the spring of 1850. It was then covered with a dense growth of timber, which by long years of toil Mr. Bowers has succeeded in clearing away, now having one of the must pleasant, healthful and desirable locations in the township. He has added to his original purchase till he now owns 140 acres valued at $80 to $85 per acre. Bowers has always been quite successful in his farming pursuits; has dealt more or less in stock, and usually keeps good grades. e was married, April 25, 1850, to Mary Mower, who was born near Chambersburg, Penn., January 4, 1828, being a daughter of George and Mary(Crider) Mower, natives of Pennsylvania and of German parentage. Her

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father dying first; her mother survived till January, 1883, in her ninety second year, having retained her faculties to a remarkable degree. Mr. and Mrs. Bowers have eight children-May, wife of Myron Case, of Eden Township; Lorena, wife of Elzie Carter, of Upper Sandusky; Londes M., a teacher, now pursuing his studies at the Normal School at Ada; Newton M., an extensive farmer in Dakota; Mattie, a teacher; Franz Sigel, Virgil and Floy, at home. Mrs. Bowers has established quite a profitable business in rearing fine blooded poultry, keeping some extra qualities of bronze turkeys, light Brahma, Plymouth Rock and Leghorn chickens. She has already shipped large quantities of eggs to various parts of Ohio, Indiana and Illinois. Mr. Bowers is a strong adherent to Republican principles.

ISAAC N. BOWMAN, M. D. The subject of this sketch, a son of Thomas M. Bowman, was born in this county April 11, 1855. He grew to manhood on a farm, where he was more or less engaged till 187 7. He was educated in the common schools, and as early as his sixteenth year commenced teaching, which profession he followed at intervals until his twenty third year. In the fall of 1876, he entered Oberlin College, where he pros. ecuted his literary studies, teaching occasionally till 1878. In the autumn of the following year, 1879, Dr. Bowman began the study of medicine with Dr.. R. N. McConnell, of Upper Sandusky, a prominent physician of the Stake, and during the winter of 1880-81 he attended lectures at the Starling Medical College of Columbus, graduating in 1882, with the second honors of the class. He at once formed a partnership with his preceptor, Dr. McConnell, and entered upon the' practice of his profession, which he has since followed with signal success. Dr. Bowman is a genial gentleman excellent character, and possesses the esteem of all those with whom he associated.

CLINTON BOWSHER, the popular livery man, Upper Sandusky, was born in the above city March 4, 1847. He is the son of Robert and Ann (Clayton) Bowsher, natives of Ohio and of English parentage. They were married in Wyandot County, and reared a family of eleven children, all living the present time. The mother died in 1877, aged fifty-five years. Clinton Bowsher was reared in Upper Sandusky, and has never resided out of this county. In the spring of 1866, at the age of eighteen, he started a line between Upper Sandusky and Tiffin, pursuing this occupation nine years. In 1876, he purchased a livery stock of D. S. Miller, of Columbus Grove, and removed the same to his present location, where he has since engaged in a general livery business. He has increased his stock, usually from twelve to fifteen horses and vehicles, and has the leading stable of the city. He was married, October 31, 1872, to Melissa Morgan, daughter of Joseph Morgan, of Upper Sandusky. They have one child-Bessie, born March 11, 1876. Mr. Bowsher is a member of the IOOF, and a Rep publican in politics. He has a comfortable residence on Fifth, street, and is also the owner of the livery building and grounds which it occupies.

JESSE BOWSHER (deceased), was born in Fairfield County, Ohio, in August. 1812. He is the son of Peter and Elizabeth (Harpster) Bowsher, both natives of Pennsylvania, the former having been a soldier in the war of 1812. He came to this county when fifteen years of age, and settled in what is now Marseilles Township. He was married, January 5, 1833, to Elizabeth Dayton, and six children have been born to them, three now living-Russel B., Nelson and Mary, now the wife of Joseph Hutter, who was born November 7, 1824. The deceased are Minerva, Silas and Miles. The latter was member of Company A, One Hundred and Forty-fourth Regiment 0. N. G.,

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having enlisted May 2, 1864. He was taken prisoner the follow A and sent to Richmond, where he was paroled October 9, his death occ October 14, at Annapolis, Md. His remains were brought home and interred in the Mission Cemetery. Mrs. Bowsher, the wife of our subject, was born in Fairfield County May 10, 1814. She came to this county at the age of nineteen, and was an active worker at the old mission farm at the time of the erection of the old stone Mission Church. Her death occurred January 29, 1849. Mr. Bowsher departed this life February 12. 1857.

WILLIAM R. BOWSHER, proprietor of grocery and provision store, North Sandusky avenue, was born near Bowsherville January 1, 1889, son of Henry and Margaret (Dickens) Bowsher. They removed to this county, (then Crawford), from Pickaway County in 1823, engaging in agricultural pursuits, and becoming the parents of fifteen children six now living Elizabeth, Mary E., Susannah, Elmeda, Sarah and William E. The father was one of the pioneers of the county, settling here while the Indians were more numerous than the whites. He was one of the victims of the terrible " milk sickness" epidemic of 1847, dying the 7th of August of that year. He was born in Pickaway County in 1803. His wife survived him three weeks, her death occurring September 3, 1847. They were married in 1825. William E. Bowsher, the subject of this sketch, after the death of his parents, spent some time in Allen County, but being disabled by disease, returned to Upper Sandusky and attended the public schools, eng teaching at the age of eighteen. Alter several removals he located permanently at Upper Sandusky, and in 1864 was elected Township Clerk, serving three consecutive years. In partnership with his brother Anthony he opened a grocery store on the Bowsher Corner, and to that he has since de. voted his attention, his brother having died in 1871. In the same year of his brother's death, Mr. Bowsher was elected Township Treasurer, and re elected in 1872, and also elected Corporation Treasurer, serving in the for mer office three years, and in the letter two years. In 1874, he was elected Township Clerk, and in that capacity he is still serving. He is the owner of a two-story brick store room, which he has well filled with a stock of gro. ceries and provisions. Mr. Bowsher has never married. In politics, he is a Democrat.

EWALD BRAUNS, deceased, was born in Werther, Westphalia, Prussia, May 25, 1832. He emigrated to America in 1850, and settled in New York, but after several subsequent removals located in 1854 in Upper Sandusky, where he resided till his death, at the age of forty-nine. His marriage to Miss Marv Ruff occurred December 25, 1856, and ton children crowned this union-five sons and five daughters. Mr. Brauns learned the trade of goldsmith in his native country, and on locating in this county opened a jeweler's shop in Upper Sandusky, continuing in this business during his entire life. Mr. Brauns was a man of generous, impulses and possessed of social qualities of the highest order, being the life of any circle he chose to enter. He was a natural musician, and the citizens of Upper Sandusky are largely indebted to him for the fine instrumental bands which have been the pride of their city so many years. He was a member of the Wyandot Saengerbund, and an estimable citizen in every respect. He was City Councilman from the First Ward two terms, and was without a known enem at the time of his death.

EDWARD A. BRAUNS, of the firm of Brauns Brothers, jewelers, in Upper. Sandusky, was born September 24, 1857, son of Ewald and Mary (Ruff) Brauns. He was educated in the Upper Sandusky Schools, and after

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finishing his education was engaged for some time in the dry goods stores of S. M. Worth and Henry Herman, beginning the watch-making trade in 1874. He remained at this work with his father six years. taking full charge of the store in 1880. By strict attention to business, he has largely increased the trade and thoroughly established his reputation as a business man, In May, 1883, a partnership was formed by admitting a second brother, Paul F. Brauns, into the firm, and the business is now conducted under the firm name of Brauns Brothers. They carry a full stock of clocks, watches, plated ware and general jewelry, and are doing an honorable and flourishing business. Edward A., our subject, was married in Upper Sandusky, December 25, 1878, to Maria Ford, daughter of William Ford, of New York., and two children have been born to them-Zoe M., born November 10, 1879, and William C., born Doe born November 13, 1881. Paul F. Brauns, the junior member of the firm, was the founder of Brauns' Orchestra, and is still its leader. In 1883, this company organized a brass band, consisting of eight members, entitled the "Little Six," and this band, under the leadership of T. B. Boyer, is becoming very popular. In 1883, at the Musical Tournaments of Findlay and Crestline, they were awarded the prizes over all their competitors.

A. W. BRINKERHOFF was born near Gettysburg, Penn., March 4, 1821. He is a son of Hezekiah Brinkerhoff, who was the son of Henry, who was the son of James, who was the son of Yoris (George in English) Brinkerhoff, from whom sprang all the Brinkerhoffs in Western New York, Adams County, Penn., and Ohio, and who moved from Bergen County, N. J., to Adams (then York) County, Penn., in 1771. His-A. W. Brinkerhoff's father was born in 1791. His mother, Jane Kerr, was born near Gettysburg, in 1796 They were married in Adams County, Penn., in January, 1816 and resided there till 1826, when they moved to Baltimore, Md., where he kept " tavern " two years, after which time he returned to the place of is birth. In 1834, he moved to Seneca County, Ohio, arriving at Upper Sandusky May 31, having been nineteen days on the road, traveling by wagon. At Upper Sandusky, they spent the night at the old "Walker Tavern," kept by an Indian. On the day following, they went to McCutchenville, reaching their objective point at noon. Mr. Brinkerhoff purchased of Isaac Beery, of Fairfield County, Ohio, eighty acres in Section 22, Seneca Township, Seneca County, in the Sandusky Bend, where he began, August 5, to clear a site for a dwelling. He erected a log house there, two stories, 18x30, in which the family moved November 24. He paid for this forest farm $2.50 per acre, and the following year bought, thirty-five acres, paying $350. Five years after the first purchase, he bought sixty two and one-half acres, for which he paid $960, this latter containing cleared land. In 1844, he declined an offer of $37 per acre for the tract. He resided on this farm till his death, October 1, 1847, after illness of six days, his eldest daughter, Mary A., wife of Elias Eyler, having died four or five days previous. Mrs. Brinkerhoff died very suddenly a old homestead February 3, 1867. Their children were Mary A., born in 1817, died September 25, 1847; James H., born March 7,1819; Alex W., March 4, 1821; Eleanor H., born in 1823, married Samuel Grelle, and died in 1881; Sarah J., born in 1826, married J. B. Wilson, and now resides in Toledo; Catharine E., born in 1828, died in May, 1849; Nelson B., born in 1830, died in March, 1849; Nancy M., born in 1832, married George M. Brown, and resides in Toledo; all the foregoing children having been born in Adams County Penn., except Sarah J., who was born in Bal-

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timore, Md. John H. was born in 1885 in Ohio, and now resides in Wanpun Wis. He has been a member of the Legislature of that State, and is Postmaster of the city In which he resides, a position he has held twenty three years. George F., born in 1837, is now a resident of Bucyrus, Ohio. Dr. Brinkerhoff was rowed on the homestead, and was engaged in clearing land till twenty-one years of age. He attended the subscription schools of Pennsylvania, learning to " read, write and cipher to the rule of three," At the age of thirteen, he removed with his parents to Ohio, settling in the woods, and there remained till twenty-one without a superior as an axman. Then, with health impaired, he engaged with Holmes Durboraw, of McCutchenville, to learn the cabinet trade. Eighteen months later, his health failed entirely, and one year was spent in recuperating. He then engaged as clerk for James M. Chamberlin, a merchant at McCutchenville; spent part of the following winter visiting in Darke County, Ohio; spent the summer of 1845 as clerk for Mr. Chamberlin, and engaged in the fall of 1845 as teacher in a district school near McCutchenville. He was examined by J. S. Sears as a to qualifications; was asked five questions, answered but two; obtained a six months' certificate, granted on general principles; taught four months' school, and succeeded admirably. During the term he boarded at home, and took instructions from his father, who was a good mathematician He entered the Ohio Wesleyan University April 14,1846, but was compelled to abandon his studies sixty days after, on account of ill-health. On the 3^rd of the following November, he began a four months' term of school at Sycamore, at $17 per month, the usual wages being but $15. He closed this term with credit, and secured the school for a second term, receiving his second certificate without re-examination. because of his creditable examination in securing the first. At the close of the Sycamore School, he entered the employ of Alex Campbell, in McCutchenville, as clerk, and remained two years, at $12 per month, preferring this work to teaching. In May, 1848, he married Martha E. Hall, of Painsville, Ohio, with whom he became acquainted while teaching at Sycamore, In the following August, he had three successive attacks of bilious fever, and on recovering again engaged in his school work at Sycamore, during which time he and J.B. Wilson, a brother-in-law, purchased a stock of goods of Dr. L. L. Pease, of Sycamore, and continued there in the mercantile business until 1856, when he removed to Upper Sandusky, and engaged in selling his patented inventions. In 1868, he engaged with F. F. Fowler & Co., consisting of F. F. Fowler, T. E. Beery and E. R. Wood as members, as a joint partner, he and Mr. Beery retiring from the firm after two years of very unsatisfactory results. They then began the manufacture and sale of Dr. Brinkerhoff's patent corn-husker, and this proved a decided success. During his connection with F. F. Fowler & Co.,, his wife and second son died. About one year after the dissolution of the old firm, the firm of Brinkerhoff & Beery was sued by Fowler & Wicks, successors to Fowler & Co., asking for a judgment of $30, 000, as damages for fraudulent statements alleged to have been made at dissolution of partnership. At the urgent solicitation of Fowler& 'Wicks, Brinkerhoff & Beery consented to submit the case to Judge George E. Seney, for trial, upon petition filed in court, and after three weeks' investigation. said Judge decided in favor of the latter firm, the former having to pay the costs. Fowler Wicks made an assignment one year after dissolution of old firm, and Brinkerhoff & Beery were held on paper Fowler & Co. for $7,000, which they were enabled to pay out of receipts the patent husker, accepting thereafter from Fowler & Wicks seventy per

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cent of the amount in full for their claim against Fowler & Wicks. About the time of trial, November, 1867, Dr. Brinkerhoff and his family were poisoned by the use of butter, the Doctor being prostrated for nearly three years, with little hope of recovery. The great expense incident to this illness reduced him almost to penury, and during this time the firm of Brinkerhoff & Beery was mutually dissolved. After partial recovery, in 1870 he and his son, under the firm name of Brinkerhoff & Son, engaged in the machine and organ business, adding queensware and cutlery in 1872. At that time they controlled the sale of several leading organs and sewing machines in the counties of Wyandot, Crawford, Seneca and Marion, and did an extensive and profitable business, their annual sales amounting to $70,000. But from overwork, returning illness, the panic of 1878, and the shrinkage of value of goods, the firm was compelled to suspend business, owing a debt of $16,000. Bankrupt in health and fortune, he determined one more effort to retrieve the losses sustained by sickness and business disasters. With poor health and crushed in finances, he again went to work on the road in efforts to cure piles. In this he succeeded beyond expectation, through the invention of instruments and remedies which enabled him to explore and examine the rectum and reach these maladies. After a practice of more than six years, the performance of more than 80,000 operations by himself, and the adoption of the system by many physicians in nearly all the States of the Union, he is again " upon his feet." weighing 275 pounds, his financial standing being no less satisfactory. His individual practice pays him $30 to $150 per day, cash receipts, this being but a part of his extensive business, now prosecuted in company with his sons. He is the patentee of five articles, surgical instruments and remedies for rectal treatment, and from these he receives a handsome income. The net receipts of their joint business from April 1, 1888, to January 1, 1884, aggregated $22,000. This is not the result of college education, as Mr. Brinkerhoff has never even attended a common school, and has received only sixty days' instruction since he was twelve years of age. Inventive, genius, application, pluck and general business ability are the elements of character that have, tided him over the turbulent sea of business life. Dr. Brinkerhoff was married the second time at Gettysburg, Penn., December 21, 1865, to Miss Margaret Lott, daughter of Henry and Magdalene (Houghtelin) Lott of Adams County, Penn. Her father died there August 9, 1883, aged eighty-nine years. Her mother died October 4, 1879, aged seventy nine. Mrs. Brinkerhoff was born in Adams County, Penn., December 11, 1828. She is a member of the Presbyterian Church, formerly of the United Presbyterian. Dr. Brinkerhoff is Congregational in sentiment, but in the absence of that denomination in his resident town he united with the Presbyterian society. He has been a Republican since the organization of that party; has hold no office, always declining to be a candidate when asked. highly esteemed as a citizen in his resident town, Upper Sandusky, where he resides in an elegant residence on Eighth street. In another part this work we present to our readers an excellent engraving of this distinguished citizen. He is now sixty-three years old, buoyant in spirits has seen and felt much of the rough of life; has never yielded despairingly to see misfortunes; looked ahead and pressed on, and says be would like to see 1900, but, like others, must quit when the Master calls. In connection with Philip Perdue, in 1856, he took out the first patent issued to a citizen this county. Since then he has taken out over thirty more. Some, he says, good, others worthless. He believes in living to do, and not to weary stop from failure-the rock on which so many stick.

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MILFORD H. BRINKERHOFF, of the firm of A. W. Brinkerhoff & Son, was born in Tymochtee Township, this county February 22,1849; he is the son of A- W. and Martha E. Brinkerhoff, and was reared at Sycamore till seven years of age, when he removed with his parents to Upper Sandusky, obtained a high school education, and at the age of eighteen embarked in his present business, the sale of pianos, organs and sewing machines. The firm does an extensive business, having sold over 5,000 sewing machines, making a specialty of the " Now Home." He was married, October 24, 1876, to Mary Kiskadden, daughter of Alexander and Elizabeth (Williams) Kiskadden, early settlers of the county, now residents of Gilman, Ill. Mr. and Mr& Brinkerhoff are the parents of three children-Harry A., born October 23, 1877; Grace M., born December 9, 1879; and Frank, born November 26, 1881. Mr. Brinkerhoff is a member of the Legion of Honor, Knights of Honor and Royal Arcanum. Politically, he is a Republican.

WILLIAM BROWN was born in this county December 22, 1842. He is a son of Abram and Frances (Coon) Brown, who came to this county in an early day, purchased land, and reared a family of eleven children, eight living -Henry, John, William, Jacob, Elizabeth, Sarah, Rester A. and Catharine. The mother died in August, 1870; the father in January, 1880. William, the subject of this sketch, was engaged at home till his twenty-first year. He became a member of the Ohio National Guard, and enlisted February 8, 1864, in Company K, Fifty-fourth Ohio Volunteer Infantry, and entered the regular service. He participated in the battles of Resaca, Kenesaw Mountain, Big Shanty, Peach Tree Creek, Fort McAllister, Jonesboro, and all the battles of the Atlanta campaign, also with Sherman on his March to the sea, receiving his discharge at the close of the war at Little Rock, Ark. On returning home, Mr. Brown worked at the carpenter's trade two years, and then farmed; rented land until 1878, when he purchased his present farm of eighty acres to which he has since added sixty acres more, the whole valued at $75 per acre. He was married, March 3, 1870, to Harriet Paulin, who was born in Columbiana County, Ohio, September 22, 1850; her parents, John and Sarah (Candle) Paulin, came to this county in 1854, and still reside here. Mr. and Mrs. Brown have four children--Alvin E., born July 24,1871; Bertha L., February 22, 1873; Alice, March 25, 1876; and Sarah M., June 4. 1880. In politics, Mr. Brown is a Republican; he is a member of the K. of H., G. A. R, and is well respected as a citizen in his community.

SOL B. BUCKLES, proprietor of Central Hotel, Upper Sandusky, was born in Wells County, Ind., November 19, 1858. He is the son of John H. and Harriet S. (Vorhes) Buckles, natives of Greene and Hamilton County, Ohio, respectively. They were the parents of six children, namely: Rhoda, Elizabeth, Francis, Jennie, Sol B., William T. and Charles; the latter is deceased. John H. Buckles, the father of our subject removed from Indiana to. Upper Sandusky in 1880, and assumed control of the Central Hotel. In 1883, he was succeeded by his son, Sol B., and returned to Marion, Ind., taking charge of the Grand View Hotel of that place where he is still engaged. Mrs. Buckles is deceased, her death occurring at Fort Wayne, Ind., May 10, 1875. Sol B., our subject, was partially educated at Bluffton, Ind., where he resided till about thirteen years of age, when he removed with his parents to Fort Wayne, completing his education in a commercial college of that city at the age of eighteen. In 1880, he removed to Upper Sandusky, -and assisted his father in the management of the Central House, assuming full control in October, 1883. He has re

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paired and refitted the establishment, and made it one of the most pleasant shopping places in the city. Mr. Buckles was married at Upper Sandusky, April 18, 1883, to Miss Emma J. Snodgrass, daughter of William and Elizabeth Snodgrass, both now deceased. He is increasing his patronage, both transient and regular, and has a fair prospect for success in the business for which he is so thoroughly qualified. He is a member of the Knights of Pythias, Wyandot Lodge, No. 174, a Republican, and, with his wife, a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church.

JOHN BUSER, farmer, was born in Canton Basel, Switzerland, July 30, 1827, to Jacob and Barbara (Buser) Buser, who emigrated to America in 1845, landing in New York June 1. They soon after settled in Little Sandusky, where they purchased 200 acres at the Government land sales, and where they resided until their decease. The mother died November 24, 1869; the father December 9, 1874. The former was born February, 1801, and the latter April 6, 1800. They were the parents of four children, three living John, Barbara and Elizabeth. The former obtained a fair education in his native country, where he also learned the trade of silk weaving; but since his advent in this country he has devoted his entire attention to agriculture. He was married, October 20, 1855, to Christina Stief, a native of Baden, Germany, born September 13, 1833. They have three children living, Elizabeth, born November 11, 1856; Mary, September 6, 1858; Emma C., January 3, 1872. The deceased was Catharine, born December 27, 1859, died November 12, 1862. Mr. Buser has resided on his present farm since 1845. He has 136 acres, well improved, and in his dooryard stands a log cabin built by one Armstrong, an Indian chief. Mr. Buser served one year as School Director, and in politics is a Democrat.

DENNIS W. BYRON, M. D., is a native of Huntingdon County, Penn., and was born September 19, 1825. His father, John Byron, was a native of Ireland, and emigrated to America about the year 1807. His mother Mary (Kerr) Byron was born in Pennsylvania where she grew to woman-hood, her marriage to Mr. Byron occurring in Adams County, of that State about 1817. They became the parents of twelve children, all of whom attained their majority, and nine still living. Dr. Byron removed with his parents to Bucyrus, Ohio, in 1833, and three years later to Seneca County, where he was employed on a farm till he began his professional studies. He was educated in the public schools of Bucyrus and the district schools of Seneca County, abandoning his literary studies at the age of fifteen. He began the study of medicine with Dr. Fulton, of Bucyrus, where remained eighteen months, entering the Eclectic Medical College of Cincinnati in 1852, and graduating from that institution in 1855. He immediately began the practice of his profession at Vandalia, Ill., where he remained about two and one-half years, when he returned to Ohio and located about six miles north of Bucyrus. Two years later, May, 1857, he located in Upper Sandusky where he has since been established and where he has built up an extensive practice, being one of the leading physicians of the city. By a close attention to business he has obtained a fine property consisting of a handsome residence located on one of the most pleasant parts of Upper Sandusky. Since 1857, his entire attention has been devoted to his profession, his long and successful experience entitling him to a place in the front rank among his fellow-devotees at the shrine of Aesculapius. He is a citizen of excellent character and a zealous advocate of Republican principles. He holds the position of Examining Physician of the Knights of Honor, of which organization he has been five years a member, and with

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which he has been officially connected four years. Dr. Byron was married at Melmore, Seneca County, February 21, 1852, to Mary A. Fitzsmmons, daughter of William and Anna (Holman) Fitzsimmons, and the children n to them are Galen F., William K., George D. and M. Myrtle-also two infants deceased.

WILLIAM K. BYRON, M. D., was born in Vandalia, Ill., January 19, 1855. son of Dennis"'. and Mary A. (Fitzsimmons) Byron He was educated in the Union Schools of Upper Sandusky, leaving off his studies at the age of thirteen to learn the printer's trade with Pietro Cuneo. He continued in this occupation seven years, working in various States, and began the reading of medicine with his father in 1875. He studied two years with his father and one year with his uncle, Dr. J. F. Fitzsimmons, of Bucyrus, and entered the Wooster University at Cleveland in 1876. He graduated February 28, 1879, and immediately began the practice of his profession in partnership with his father, meeting with remarkable success. He was married, September 4, 1879, to Kate M. Prinney, daughter of the late Horace L. and Sarah (Saltsman) Prinney, a prominent resident of Erie, Penn., who, although a Democrat, served as Justice of the Peace in a Republican township thirty consecutive years. Dr. and Mrs. Byron have one child-Stanley R. born June 3, 1881. Mrs. Byron was born May 1, 1855. The Doctor is the Examining Physician of the P. 0. S. of A., and votes in the interest of Republicanism.

ROBERT CAREY, attorney at law, Upper Sandusky, was born in Ontario, Canada, February 17, 1845, son of Hugh and Margaret (Hamilton) Carey, both natives of Belfast, Ireland, and of Scotch-Irish ancestry, Mr. Carey is one of a family of eight children, seven of whom are still living-Mary, Archibald, John, Robert, Margaret, James and Hugh. His parents emigrated from Ireland to Prince Edward County, Canada, about 1832, and have since resided in that locality, the father now in his seventy ninth, the mother in her seventy-fourth year. Robert Carey was educated at the Toronto Provincial Normal School, where he obtained a life certificate to teach in any school in the Province of Canada. He made teaching his profession while in Canada, beginning that work when about seventeen years of age, and continued in the same till 1873, when he removed to Upper Sandusky. He was employed as Superintendent of the Marseilles Schools one year, and the two following years had charge of the Union Schools of Upper Sandusky. Giving up his profession as teacher, he read law with D. W. Brooks, a prominent attorney of Detroit, Mich., and subsequently at. tended the Law Department of Ann Arbor University one year. From November, 1879, to May, 1880, he studied under the instructions of Judge Mott, when he was admitted to practice in all the courts. Since that time, Mr. Carey has devoted himself exclusively to his profession. He is at present one of the Board of Examiners of the city schools of Upper Sandusky, and a strong advocate 'of Republican principles; is the owner of 160 acres of land in Marseilles Township, and forty acres in Goshen Township, Hardin County, dealing somewhat in live stock, making a specialty of fine sheep and short-horn cattle. January 22, 1876, Mr. Carey was married to Emily A. Terry, daughter of Ethan and Barbara (Heckathorn) Terry, early settlers of this county, Mr. Terry being one of the three first Commissioners. Mr and Mrs. Carey are the parents of three children -Robert H., John T. and Edward.

DARIUS D. CLAYTON, Probate Judge, was born in Pitt Township February 19, 1850. He is the son of John and Julia A. (Woolsey) Clay-

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ton, natives of Ohio and New York, and of English parentage. The latter came to this county in 1818, and the former in 1830. They were the parents of eight children, five living-Jeremiah W., John V., Julia A., Amanda J. and Darius D. The subject of this sketch attended the village schools of Little Sandusky till the age of seventeen, when he commenced teaching, He entered the Ohio Wesleyan University at Delaware, Ohio, in 1869, attending that institution one year, when he left Delaware to attend Oberlin College, where he continued to study for the next five years, graduating from that college in the class of 1876. Mr. Clayton continued to teach school each winter during his college course, thus obtaining money, to pursue his studies, teaching in all thirteen terms of district school, and super-intending the Union Schools of Upper Sandusky one year. He served two terms as a member of the County Board of School Examiners, and as a member of the Union School Board of Examiners of Upper Sandusky, Ohio, from 1878 till his resignation in 1883. He was married, at Oberlin, Ohio, August 27, 1877, to Ella J. Eastman, daughter of Alvin and Henrietta L.(Eastman) Eastman, residents of Oskaloosa, Iowa. Two children have been born to them-Gertrude L., born September 2, 1878, and Cora M., born July 29, 1880; Ella, their mother, was born near Oskaloosa, Iowa, November 18, 1853, and graduated from the classical course of Oberlin College, in the class of 1877. Mr. Clayton began the study of law under the instruction of D. D. Hare, of Upper Sandusky, in 1877, and was admitted to the bar by the Supreme Court at Columbus, Ohio, November 17, 1878. In the same year he entered upon the practice of his profession, which he continued till he assumed the duties of the office of Probate Judge February 12, 1883. He has discharged his duties in his official capacity with justice and ability, and has the esteem which his impartial action so richly merits. He favors the Democratic policy of Government, and is, with Mrs. Clayton, a member of the Presbyterian Church.

JAMES T. CLOSE, the youngest member of the Wyandot County bar, was born in Alexandria City, Va., October 27, 1856. His father, Col. James T. Close, migrated from New York State to the Old Dominion in 1850, and there married Anna E. Sherman, daughter of Elisha Sherman, formerly of Bridgeport, Conn. In 1861, Col. Close, a prominent resident of Alexandria City, a place of 12,000 inhabitants, with but thirty-two fellow-citizens voted viva voce against the ordinance of secession at polls guarded by Confederate soldiers; was a State Senator of the restored Government at Wheeling, which saved Western Virginia from the Confederacy; organized, equipped and commanded the only Union regiment in East Virginia the Sixteenth Virginia Volunteers, and was United States Marshal for the Eastern District of that State. His devotion to the Union cause made him a marked man, and the rebel Government at Richmond offered $10,000 for his capture, dead or alive. He died in 1869, while a member of the Virginia Legislature. Mr. Close's boyhood was passed in Alexandria, amid stirring war scenes indelibly imprinted upon his mind, and there received the rudiments of an academical education at private schools, which was finished at Gonzaga College (S. J.), Washington, D. C., and the Whitestown Seminary, Oneida County, N. Y. He began the study of law in 1874 with Judge Michael Thompson, a leading lawyer of the District of Columbia; attended lectures at the National Law University, concluding a three years' course in the office of David L. Smoot, of Alexandria, since Prosecuting Attorney of San Francisco, Cal. In 1877, admitted to the bar in Virginia and the District of Columbia, he began the practice of law

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in the latter place. In 1878; he came to this county and opened a law office in Nevada, where he remained one year, and then formed a partner. ship with his old preceptor, Judge Thompson, in St. Louis, Mo. In 1880, he visited the South and studied the workings of the courts in Louisiana and Mississippi, and strongly contemplated locating in the city of Natchez, but stronger predilections for his adopted State and its grand institutions drew him back to this county. In September, 1880, he married an estimable young lady of Nevada, and during the winter of 1880-81 he was employed in the War Department at Washington, making an excellent record in the delicate work of digesting claims against the Government, and con. tinued at the same time his law studies in the office of Col. Robert G. Ingersoll. Returning to Nevada upon a furlough, love for his profession caused him to resign his position in the War Department, and, in September, 1882, he formed a legal partnership with Senator M. H. Kirby at Upper Sandusky, and in 1883, upon the petition of his brother attorneys, he was appointed official stenographer of the county for a term of three years, with his office in the court house. Mr. Close is a member of the Presbyterian Church, a Jeffersonian Democrat in politics, liberal-minded, a fine conversationalist, slight in stature, and in speech and accent suggestive of his Scotch-Irish blood. His practice steadily increasing, possessing an accurate knowledge of the law, energetic and devoted to his clients, his future promises to be a useful and successful one.

WILLIAM, CONSTIEN was born in Lasfelda, Kingdom Hanover, Germany, October 10, 1838. He is a son of Adam and Frederika (Rimrott) Constien, who were also natives of Germany, and parents of six children, namely, Doretta, Charles, Henry, Julius, Theodore and William. The father died in 1844, but the mother is still living. William. the subject of this sketch, landed in New York, June 8,1863, bringing with him his new made wife, Amelia, to whom he was married in Germany April 5, 1863. They spent six weeks in New York, after which time they went to Lancaster, Penn., where Mr. Constien was engaged in the harness trade till March, 1871, when they removed to Upper Sandusky. After six years' work at his trade in the latter place, Mr. Constien purchased his present farm of twenty two acres, where he has since been engaged chiefly in gardening. He cultivates all kind of table vegetables, small fruits, strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, etc., supplying hotels and city markets and doing an extensive business. His product the present year will perhaps reach $800 in value, being constantly on the increase. Mrs. Constien's parents were Christian and Adelinde (Wurm) Benecke. They were natives and residents of Germany, and had seven children, namely, Adolph, Amelia, Albert, Otto, Bernhart, Eliza and Maria. The mother died in 1856, the father still living in his seventieth year. Mr. and Mrs. Constien have had nine children, namely: Theodore, born July 27, 1864; Otto, August 13, 1865; Emma, August 5, 1807; William, September 10, 1869; Albert, November 16, 1871; Adolph, March 1, 1874; Bernhart, December 22, 1877; Alvin, September 19, 1880; Oscar, May 14, 1882. Otto died September 24, 1870. Mr. Constien is an independent in politics. He was a member of the Good Follows, Seven Wise Men, Red Men, and K. of P., and is now, with Mrs. C., a member of the Lutheran Church.

MARTIN COURTAD was born in Alsace, France, Jane 16,1819. His parents were John P. Courtad and Mary A. Frey, who emigrated to America in 1832. Martin Courtad resided with his parents in Seneca County, Ohio, till he became of age, and then went to Galena, Ill., where he graduated in

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a high school. Finishing his education, he followed carpenter work for a tome. In 1848, he came to Sandusky City, Ohio, and April 12, 1849, he was married to Eve Simonis, daughter of John and Mary Simonis, of Seneca County, Ohio. Mrs. Courtad was born April 1, 1832. After working for several years in Sandusky City, he and family went to the Lake Superior copper mines, where he followed his trade eighteen months. He then came to Seneca County, Ohio, bought a small farm, where he lived till 1861 when be sold out and came to Crane Township, and bought a farm of eighty acres valued at $80 per acre. Mr. and Mrs. Courtad are the parents of fourteen children, one deceased. They are as follows: Charles, in March 16, 1850; John Henry April 28, 1852; Joseph L., born April 5, 1854; Magdalena, born May 11, 1856 George, born January 24, 1858; Anthony, born May 7, 1860; W. Frank, born December 19, 1861; Martin, born December 29, 1864; James, born January 20, 1866;. Mary, born January11, 1868; Margaret, born March 4, 1876; Michael, born September 29, 1871; Elizabeth K., born November 1, 1875; Albert, born January 6, 1878, Martin died July 26, 1881. Mr. Courtad has a fine farm, and is highly esteemed as a citizen. He and his family are strict adherents of the Catholic faith.

PETER COURTAD was born near Strasbourg, Alsace, France, October 20, 1811. He is a son of John Peter and Mary A. (Frey) Courtad, who emigrated to America in 1832, being sixty-three days on the ocean, and the ship landed at Baltimore. They located in Seneca County, Ohio. They removed to Iowa in 1841, where they resided until 1844, at which date they returned to Seneca County, Ohio, where the father died in 1848, aged sixty three years; the mother died in Sandusky City about 1.853, aged sixty-eight years. Peter Courtad removed to this county from Seneca in 1864, and settled on his present farm. He owns ninety-six acres near Upper Sandusky, valued at $85 per acre-earned by hard labor. He was married in Seneca County, Ohio, January 20, 1840, to Catharine Simonis, four children resulting from this marriage, one deceased; they are Mary A., born January 1842; Margaret, February 23, 1845; Lawrence, December 23, 1847, and ster D., October 17, 1849; the latter deceased since September 15, 1873. The death of Mrs. Courtad occurred December 8, 1852, and Mr. Courtad was again married in Seneca County May, 1853, to Clementine Zircher, daughter of Ignatz and Mary M. (Lehman) Zircher, and nine children were born this union, seven living-John, born January 4, 1855; Joseph A., March 14, 1857; Francis A., August 7, 1862; Elizabeth M., February 13, 1864 all born in Seneca County; August J., March 9, 1866; Martin J., March 14, 1868; Magdalene, February 6, 1872-born in Wyandot. John (an infant) and Louis are deceased. Mrs. Courtad was born in France December 30, 1829, and emigrated to America in 1838 with her parents, who settled in Shelby County, where the father died in 1868, the mother in 1863. Mr. and Mrs. Courtad are members of the Roman Catholic Church, he being a Democrat politically.

DAVID CRAMER, dealer in stoves, tinware, etc., Upper Sandusky, was born in Seneca County, Ohio, May 22, 1839. He is the son of Frederick and Mary A. (Helterbrake) Cramer, natives of Maryland, and of English Ancestry. He was educated in the district schools of Seneca County, and was engaged in farming until August, 1861. At that time he enlisted in the United States service, Company D, Forty-ninth Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry, to serve three years. He participated in 'the battles of Green River and Pittsburg Landing, and was taken sick at Corinth, after which

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he was confined six months in the hospitals of Evansville and Torre Haute, Ind. He rejoined his regiment in November, 1862, and was wounded in his right thigh in the battle of Murfreesboro December 31, 1862, being sent to the hospital at Nashville, and afterward to Cincinnati, where he was dis. charged March 17, 1863, on account of disability. He then returned to Upper Sandusky, and soon after opened an ice cream parlor and restaurant, which he conducted over four years. In 1868, he established himself permanently in the stove and tinware business in partnership with William McCormick. This connection existed two years, when Mr. Cramer purchased his partner's interest and became sole proprietor, and has since conducted the business as such. He carries a large stock of everything in his line, and makes a specialty of tin and slate roofing. Mr. Cramer was mar. ried, May 8, 1872, to Miss Jennie Hackadorn, daughter of S. J. and Margaret (Gray) Hackadorn, of Van Wert County. They have three children, namely, Howard L., born November 16, 1874; Maggie, born August 8, 1876; and Bonnie B., born January 25, 1880. Mrs. Cramer was born in Huntingdon County, Penn., October 8, 1853. Mr. Cramer is the owner of a valuable brick residence on Wyandot avenue, and all of his store room, which he occupies; is a member of the Knights of Honor, the G.A.R., and a Democrat in politics.

FRANCIS M. CRAMER, machinist, was born in Seneca County, Ohio, September 19, 1846; son of Frederick and Mary (Helderbrake) Cramer, natives of Maryland. Francis was partially educated in the schools of his native county, removing to Upper Sandusky with his parents at the age of fifteen, and finishing his studies in the schools of that place. He subsequently engaged as brakeman on the Pittsburgh, Fort Wayne& Chicago Railroad for a short period, and entered the Stevenson Machine Works as an apprentice in the fall of 1868. He is still employed by this company, and is one of their most faithful mechanics. By industry and economy, Mr. Cramer has provided a comfortable home on West Walker street, where he now resides. He was a non-commissioned officer of Company B, Ohio National Guards, in which he faithfully served five years, receiving his discharge in 1879. He was married, May 22, 1872, to Mary Graham, daughter of Daniel and Hannah (Homelier) Graham, of Upper Sandusky. They have two children living-Roy C., born July 6, 1876, and Earl D., born December 28, 1881. The deceased is Robert E., born December 5, 1873, died June 25,1881. Mrs. Cramer was born in Crane Township October 19, 1851.

JAMES CRAWFORD is a native of Sycamore Township, this county, born April 15, 1836; son of James and Mary (Sparr) Crawford, the former a native of Orange County, Va., born in 1761, the latter of Fairfield County, Ohio, born November 20, 1802. Their children were Jacob V., James, William B., Peter L. and Emma E. They came to this county in 1833, and purchased eighty acres of land, which he cleared and improved, and in 1852 removed to Noble County, Ind., when he died April 19, 1854, and she in 1872. James Crawford was reared and educated in Sycamore Township, and began life for himself by daily labor at $10 per month. He purchased his present farm, consisting of forty acres, in 1875, and devotes his attention to agriculture and the raising of blooded stock. He enlisted in the war May 2,1864, and was on detached service in Company A, One Hundred and Forty-fourth Ohio National Guards, during his entire term spending most of his time at the Relay House, Maryland, as Post Commissary. He was discharged at Columbus September 2, 1864. Mr. Crawford was mar-

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ried, September 3, 1857, to Susanna Brown, daughter of Abraham and Frances (Coon) Brown. They had four children, Louisa C., born March 29,1864, being the only living. The deceased are: Emanuel E., born September 20, 1861, died April 30, 1862; William S., born September 20, 1866, died April 9, 1873; and an infant. Mrs. Crawford was born September, 1838, and died November 10, 1867. Mr. Crawford was married, December 24, 1868, to Eliza Fernbaugh, a native of Ashland County, Ohio, July 31, 1835. Her parents were natives of Cumberland County, Penn., and York County, Penn., the father born February 13, 1810, the mother April 15, 1808. By this latter marriage three children were born-John S., December 26, 1871; Sarah L., August 10, 1873; and Nettie M., March 28, 1870; the latter is deceased since April 4, 1873. In politics, Mr. Crawford is a Republican, and a member of the Church of God, of which he is also one of the Trustees. His father was a full cousin of the lamented Col. .Crawford, who was burned at the stake by the Indians near Upper Sandusky.

MYER DANIELS, the popular clothier of the firm of Daniel Bros., was born in Cincinnati March 14, 1853. He is the son of Michael and Fannie (Goldsmith) Daniels, natives of Germany, who emigrated to America before their marriage. They were the parents of seven children, six now living. The father engaged in the boot and shoe business in an early day at Cincinnati, where he died in 1855. The mother still survives, now a resident of Cleveland, Ohio, aged about sixty-eight years. Myer Daniels. the subject of this sketch, was reared and educated in the city of Cincinnati, receiving some instruction from a private tutor in Macon, Ga. While at the latter place, he engaged as clerk with Scheuermans Bros., dry goods merchants, and remained with this firm seven years. He subsequently engaged one year with his brother Cornelius, at Mt. Vernon, Ill.; three years with W. L. Yates, of Cleveland; three years again with his brother in Howell, Mich.; four months at Union City, Ind., after which he came to, Upper Sandusky September 29, 1878. and in the following month established himself permanently in his present business, usually employing two clerks, and doing a flourishing business-the leading clothier of the city. Mr. Daniels is an energetic young business man, and a prominent member of the F. & A. M.

JACOB W. DAVIS, M. D., was born in Adams County, Ohio, April 15, 1853; son of John and Sarah (Wickerhorn) Davis, of English parentage. He assisted his father in agricultural pursuits, attending the public schools of his neighborhood until eighteen years of acre, when be engaged as salesman in a mercantile establishment at Locust Grove, Ohio, remaining in that work two years. In the fall of 1873, he entered the West Geneva Commercial College of Logan County, graduating in 1874. He at once began the reading of medicine in the office of Dr. J. L. Wright, of Bellefontaine, Ohio, attending lectures at the Indianapolis Medical College, and graduating from the Ohio Medical College at Cincinnati February 20, 1876. He began the practice of his profession at Carey, this county, and remained in that locality one year. He located at Johnsville in October, 1877, where he continued his practice until February, 1881, when he removed to Upper Sandusky. In the latter place, he has established a good practice. Mr. Davis was married, June 5, 1877, to Laura A. Meckley, daughter of Andrew and Mary (Hosler) Meckley. She was born in Morrow County January 16, 1859. Mr. Davis' parents were both natives of Adams County, where they were married by Rev. Huston February 17, 1852. His mother died January 22, 1854, leaving an only child, our subject. His

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father was again married, November 18, 1856, to Elizabeth Sharp, and eight children were born to them, seven living-Edwin S., Sarah B., Rhoda E.,Mary A., William, Milton and Leonidas; an infant, unchristened, is deceased. Their home lay in the path of John Morgan's raid in 1863, and Dr. Davis, then a lad of ten years, while out plowing corn was approached by three rebels, who demanded his horse. Young Davis, not wishing to be interrupted, was about to proceed when his "Get up, Joel " was responded to by the three rebels' leveling their revolvers upon him in a decidedly suggestive manner. Changing his mind with a " Whoa, Joe!" he permitted them to take the horse, and this, with two others, was never recovered. When the father returned home and found his horses gone, he was very indignant, and, taking his gun, followed them to his father's residence where he was approached by two of the raiders leading a valuable gray horse. On being asked why he had his gnu, and told to go home, he leveled his piece upon them when they fled in great haste, leaving their horse; they soon returned in increased numbers, however, and Mr. Davis sought refuge in a corn-field near by; and as he fled from this field to the woods, several shots were fired at him, the whizzing of the bullets being distinctly heard. He passed through these woods just as the main rebel army moved along, being in such close proximity to the lines as to render it necessary to lie prostrate upon the wet ground while they passed, thereby saturating the loose powder, which he had hastily placed in his pockets when starting in pursuit of his property.

SILAS DEBOLT, one of the venerable pioneers of this county, was born in Masontown, Fayette Co., Penn., February 15, 1807. He is a son of George and Mary (Rider) DeBolt, both natives of the same county; the former born February 24, 1781, the latter in 1784 or 1785. His paternal ancestors were natives of France and Germany. His grandfather, Lawrence Rider, came to this country at the age of eighteen, his brother, Stofle, coming with him. His grandfather, George DeBolt and brother Nicholas were both captured by the Pottawatomies in Pennsylvania. The latter was in his sixth year and never returned home. He became chief of the tribe and died September 28, 1828. The former, George D,, was in his eighth year when captured and was sold to the Senecas and was held captive nine years. He was also afterward a soldier under Washington. He was in the battle in which Braddock was defeated, and was subsequently in the employ of the Government as a scout. George DeBolt, the father of our subject, moved from Pennsylvania to Fairfield County, Ohio, in 1809, and resided there till about 1855, owning 200 acres of land. In 1855, he moved to Jay County, Ind., where he died October 1, 1868. His wife died in 1852. He was a prominent minister of the Old- School Baptist Church, and was the father of twelve children, six of whom are now living, namely: Silas; Belinda. widow of C. Skinner; Matilda, widow of William Skinner; Miranda, wife of A. Ashbrook; Hulda, wife of P. Rank, Ogden, Utah; and Rezin A., of Trenton, Mo. The latter is now a prominent lawyer and Judge, and was formerly a Congressman. Silas DeBolt, the subject of this sketch, resided with his parents until his twenty-third year, and learned the tanner's trade in Fairfield County. He came to this county in 1830 and located near Mexico, where be resided near forty years, eighteen of which were spent in the mercantile business. In 1868, he moved to his present farm of 260 acres, purchased at the land sales in 1845, and has since turned his attention chiefly to agricultural pursuits. In connection with his other occupations, Mr. DeBolt has studied the nature of and treated cancers for

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fifty-six years. He is in possession of an Indian remedy, known only to himself and family, and has never failed to cure cases of external cancers which were subjected to his treatment. He has cured hundreds of eases, three on his own person. His remedy is unknown to physicians. In taking cue of his material interests, Mr. DeBolt has not overlooked the spiritual, having been engaged in the ministry of the Old School Baptist Church more or less since 1840. Mr. DeBolt was married July 6, 1827, to Elizabeth Parkison, a native of Somerset, Perry Co., Ohio, born April 28, 1812, daughter of John and Sarah (Miller) Parkison. natives of Virginia and of and German parentage. Her father was born July 19, 1783; her mother September 10, 1785. They moved to Perry County in 1800, Mr. Parkison's death occurring there about 1814. Mrs. Parkison was subsequently married to Thomas Strawn, and died November 7, 1842. Mr. and Mrs. DeBolt are the parents of twelve children, namely: Mary, born July 11, 1829; John P., April 10, 1831; George R., March 4, 1833; Sarah, March 5, 1835; Margaret, April 2, 1837; Elizabeth, August 27, 1839; Silas 8., December 15, 1841; Rezin S., July 29, 1843; Miranda A., August 2, 1845; Nora F., October 11, 1847; William R., December 13, 1849; Emma T., March 14, 1854. Margaret, Emma, William and George are deceased. The latter was captured at the battle of Chickamauga, and died in prison at Danville, Va. Mr. DeBolt served in a rifle company eight years in Fairfield County, and was made Major in the militia in this county. He and Mrs. DeBolt are members of the Old-School Baptist Church. They are among the most worthy of the pioneers, and are highly esteemed as citizens.

JOHN DIRMEYER, son of John and Anna (Fleah) Dirmeyer, was born in Baden, Germany, August 24, 1837. His parents were also born in Baden, and had seven children-Annie, John, Andrew, Simon, Mary, Fred and William; Annie and Fred are deceased. The father died in 1872; the mother in 1848. John Dirmeyer emigrated to America in 1853, landing in May. He came to Upper Sandusky (after six weeks' stop on Staten Island), and resided there till 1863, when be moved to his present home. His farm contains ninety-six acres, and is in good condition. He was married, April 9, 1863, to Mary Frederick, who was born in Seneca County, Ohio, July 9, 1837. She is a daughter of Joseph and Catherine (Witmer) Frederick, natives of Baden, Germany, and Ohio. Her father came to America at the age of ten years; was married in Seneca County and reared a family of twelve children, six living, viz.: William, Letitia, Ann E., Julia, Matilda and Mary. The mother died in 1843, the father in 1869. Mr. and Mrs. Dirmeyer have had four children--William F., born February 10, 1864; George A., March 4, 1867; Anna M., August 29, 1869, and John C., July 27, 1873. Mrs. Dirmeyer's father was once captured by the Indiana, but made his escape. Mr. Dirmeyer is a Democrat, and a member of the German Lutheran Church. Mrs. Dirmeyer is a member of the Reformed Church, They are well respected in their vicinity.

CHRISTIAN ENGEL, retired grocery man, was born in Ostheim, Germany, April 17, 1823. He is the son of Christian G. and Maria R. (Streck) Engel, both of whom died in Germany, the former in December, 1872, aged seventy-three; the latter November 7, 1873, aged seventy years. They were the parents of six children, four living at present-Christian, John K., Johanna L. and Ernest. Christiana and Magdalena are deceased. Christian, our subject, emigrated with his brother John K. to America in 1849. After traveling over seventeen States, he located in Upper Sandusky

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in 1853, and opened a barber-shop on the grounds now owned by Mrs. John Van Martyr. In 1856, he opened a grocery store and continued in this business until October 10, 1881, at which time he disposed of his stock to C. F. Veith and retired. He was married, August 24, 1854, to Anna M. Hipp, daughter of Frederick and Sabina (Beckbissinger) Hipp, and ton children have blessed their union, four living-Jobanne L. (born April 1, 1855), Caroline S. (January 12, 1857), Rosa L. (March 6, 1859), and Annie M. (August 24, 1862). The deceased are five infants and Irena, born April 18, 1874, died October 31, 1877. Anna M., their mother, was born in Germany June 24, 1832. One year after, she emigrated to America with her parents, who are both now deceased; her father died December 1, 1856, aged sixty-three years; her mother survived till January 30, 1872, aged nearly seventy-six years.

JOHN K. ENGEL, retired merchant, is a native of Ostheim, Saxony, Germany, where he was born November 19, 1828. He is a son of Christian G. and Maria E. (Streck) Engel, a notice of whom is given in another sketch. John K. obtained a good education in "the fatherland, " and emigrated to this country at twenty years of age, In 1849, he engaged as an employe in the bakery and confectionery trade with William Saunderson in Upper Sandusky. In 1854, he formed a partnership with his brother in the grocery and provision business, and two years later he purchased the latter's interest, reselling it to his brother in 1858. He was engaged as clerk for A. G. Tribolet seven years, and from 1865 to 1877 conducted a grocery and provision store on his own account, retiring from business at the latter date. Mr. Engel was married, May 22, 1856, to Maria B. Retter, daughter of Frederick and Maria (Sturm) Retter, a native of Baden, Germany, born September 30, 1834. In 1852, she emigrated with her parents to this county, where they both died, the mother in June, 1868, aged sixty-five years; the father in November, 1881, in his eighty-first year. Mr. and Mrs. Engel have no children; their adopted daughter, Amanda B. Engel, was born in German March 7, 1861. Mr. - Engel has been a member of the F. & A. M. since 1856, and is also associated with the I.0.0.F., and has filled all the subordinate offices. He is an independent voter. He is now enjoying the reward of his past labors In 1872, in company with his wife, he paid a visit to his native home in Germany. He has been very successful in his business career, and in all his dealings has preserved a character worthy of the emulation of his fellow-merchants. He is one of the leading German citizens of the county, being noted for his interest in all public enterprises of importance.

WILLIAM FERNBAUGH was born in Ashland County, Ohio, December 21, 1835. His parents were John and Elizabeth (Brandt) Fernbaugh, natives of Pennsylvania who settled in Ashland County, Ohio, in 1847, subsequently removing to this county, where they purchased 120 acres of land, and reared a family of nine children. The father died in 1878; the mother resides with her daughter, Mrs. Crawford, in this township. Our subject enlisted October 18, 1862, in Company K, Fifty-fifth Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry, under Capt. Robins, and participated in the battles of Bull Run 2d, Cross Keys, Gettysburg, Mission Ridge, Buzzard's Roost, Chancellorsville taken prisoner, but paroled in a few days-siege of Atlanta, and all through the Atlanta campaign, and with Sherman to the sea; participated in the grand review at Washington, and was discharged at Cleveland in July, 1865. He returned home, purchased eighty acres of land on which be resides, and was married, January 31, 1869, to Mary C. Tobias,

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native of Pennsylvania, born May 11, 1845, daughter of Peter and Mary J. (Hale) Tobias. Their children are Barry T., born April 20, 1870; Laura, January 14, 1872; Elizabeth M., May 6, 1874. Laura is deceased; died January 30, 1872. Mr. Fernbaugh has been a farmer most of his days, and now values his land at $80 per acre. Himself and family are members of the Church of God.

DAVID FRAZIER, grocery man and retired farmer, was born in Pickaway County, Ohio, October 2, 1822; son of Jacob and Rebecca (Morris) Frazier, natives of Pennsylvania and Virginia respectively. They were the parents of sixteen children, eight of whom are still living-Jacob, John, David, Joseph, William, George, Mary and Silas. David Frazier, our subject, was reared upon the farm, and attended the district schools, his only chance for an education. He remained upon the farm with his parents until sixteen years of age, and subsequently engaged in various callings until his marriage. This event took place August 8, 1844, taking as his wife Eliza A. Bolander, a resident of Pickaway County. They have but one child-Noah G., born March 31, 1857. Mrs. Frazier was born August 29, 1825. They removed to Seneca County and engaged in farming seven years, coming to Wyandot County in 1852, where he purchased eighty-four acres of land, afterward adding thirty more, He subsequently sold these respective lots at $75 and $50 per acre (they having cost him him $10 and $23 per acre respectively), and in 1879 purchased 127 acres of well-improved land of the estate of C. Y. Pierson, deceased, paying for the same $80 per acre, the land lying within less than one mile west of Upper Sandusky. In 1876, Mr. Frazier abandoned the farm and removed to Upper Sandusky, where, with his son, he is doing an extensive business in the grocery, queensware and crockery trade, located on Sandusky avenue, between Walker and Finley streets. Mr. Frazier is the owner of valuable town property; his son, Noah G., now managing the grocery establishment on his own responsibility. In politics, he is a thorough Republican; himself and wife both are members of the Methodist Episcopal Church.

BARBARA FREDERICK, widow of Joseph Frederick, was born in Bavaria, Germany, January 23, 1821. She is the daughter of Adam and Elizabeth (Miller) Miller, who emigrated to America in 1835, and settled in Seneca County, where they both died-the mother in 1884, aged seventy five years; the father in 1866, at the same age. Their four children - Elizabeth, Margaret, Peter and Barbara-are all living. The latter, our subject, was fourteen years of age when her parents came to America. She was married, in Seneca County, Ohio, April 25, 1841, to Joseph Frederick. a native of Baden, Germany, born February 22, 1810. He emigrated to America with his parents in 1817, and located in Philadelphia, removing to this county two years later. Joseph Frederick settled in this county immediately after his marriage in 1841, while the Indians were still numerous, some of whom were employed by him as assistants; among these were Mrs. Stanzley, Nancy Wright Bigelow and others, all full-blood Indians. Mr. Frederick was an industrious and energetic citizen, and accumulated a large amount of property which he left to his wife and five children at his death, which occurred September 14, 1869. Mrs. Frederick still resides on the old homestead, the old " Mission farm," near Upper Sandusky. Mr. and Mrs. Frederick were the parents of ton children, but five of whom are now living, viz., William H., Leutitia, Anna E., Julia and Matilda. The deceased are Adam, Christian, Daniel, Caroline and Catharine, twins.

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GEORGE W. FREET, Treasurer Wyandot County, was born in Loudoun County, Va., February 22, 1835. He is the son of Henry D. and Lydia O. (Clice) Frost, of German ancestry and natives of Virginia. They were married in their native State, and came to Ohio in 1836, settling in this county, where he engaged in the blacksmithing trade till his decease. They were the parents of twelve children, our subject being the youngest. All attained their majority, but at present only four are living-Amanda A., HenryC., Lydia C. and George W. The latter was educated in the district schools of this county, and learned the blacksmithing trade of his brother, following this business till they removed to Upper Sandusky and began the manufacture of carriages and wagons, doing an extensive business. Mr. Freet was married, March 5, 1863, to Mary G. Hussy, daughter of Stephen and Elizabeth (Plummer) Hussy. Six children were born to them, two only surviving: Ida A., born July 7, 1867; and Clara B., born November 18, 1877. The deceased are an unchristened infant, Mary E., Lilla and Howard. In 1880. Mr. Freet was elected Treasurer of the county, and re-elected in 1882. Prior to his removal to Upper Sandusky, he served three years as Justice of the Peace in Tymochtee Township, and six years as Clerk of the same. He is a member of the F. & A. M. and K. of H.

JOSEPH E. GARFIELD, painter, is a native of Chittenden County, Vt., born October 14, 1832, son of Lewis B. and Catharine A. (Parks) Garfield, the former a cousin of the father of James A, Garfield, the martyr. They had six children-William H:, Joseph E., Marced M., Laura A., Emma A. and Lydia M. They settled in this county in 1840, Mr. Garfield pursuing the occupation of millwright, being the inventor of the celebrated Garfield Turbine water-wheel. He died in 1843. Mrs. Garfield is still living, a resident of Iowa, in her seventy-sixth year. The subject of this sketch was given a common school education, and has devoted his entire life to the chair-making and painting trades, which he acquired from his uncle. He came to Upper Sandusky in 1849, and was married in the same city June 19, 1850, to Mary Little, daughter of David and Ann M. (Hoke) Little, a native of Canton, Ohio, born August 15, 1825. They had six children-Genevra S., born May 4, 1851; David E., May 5, 1853; Lewis B., January 19, 1856; Alexis W., February 4, 1859; Amanda M., February 26, 1862; William H., born April 24, 1865. The latter is deceased, his death having occurred April 24, 1865. September 19, 1861, Mr. Garfield enlisted as private in Company K, Fifty-fifth Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry, to serve three years. He was taken prisoner at the battle of McDowell, Va., May 9, 1862, and after several months i a the custody of the enemy at different places, he received his discharge by a special order through the influence of Gen. Garfield', January 9, 1863, on certificate of disability. He then returned home and resumed his former occupation. He is a member of the Knights of Labor and owns a comfortable home.

JOEL W. GIBSON, Ex-Probate Judge of Wyandot County, was born in this county (formerly Crawford) December 19, 1842. He is the son of James and Mary (Beam) Gibson, natives of Ohio and Maryland, and of Irish and English ancestry. They were married in Crawford County, in 1839, and were the parents of seven children, of whom live survive-Joel W., Delilah J., wife of William O. Slye, residents of Barton County, Mo.; Emma, wife of John Bowsher, residing in this county; Julia, the wife of Jacob C. Miller, of Barton County, Mo.; Cornelius, also a resident of this county. Louisa is deceased. The mother died in 1857; the father, James, is still living in his seventy-sixth year. Joel W. Gibson, the subject of

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this sketch, was educated in the country schools, taking a six months' course of study in Bryant & Stratton's Business College, Cleveland, Ohio, in 1864. August 21, 1862, he enlisted in Company F, One Hundred and Twenty third Ohio Volunteer Infantry, to serve three years, participating in several skirmishes in 1862 and 1863, being severely wounded in the right limb in the battle of Winchester, June 15, 1863, and falling into the hands of the rebels, where he was detained three months. The amputation of the wounded limb being found necessary, this operation was performed by Federal surgeons within the rebel lines at Taylor Hospital, Winchester, at which place he remained until it was captured by the Union forces. He was honorably discharged February 11, 1864. Mr. Gibson was married October 25, 1866, to Lucinda Condray, daughter of Andrew and Rachel (Hodges) Condray, five children being the result of their union, one surviving Virgil H., born Nov. 20, 1868. The deceased are James R., Capatolia, Virginia and an infant. After Mr. Gibson's return from the war, be engaged in the stock trade in partnership with Franklin Slye until appointed Deputy Revenue Collector for Wyandot County, which position he held over two years. In 1869, he was elected Justice of the Peace, and re-elected in 1872; and in 1873 to the office of Probate Judge, being reelected in 1876, and again in 1879, his term of office expiring February 12, 1883. After retiring from office, Mr. Gibson formed a partnership for the practice of law with Robert McKelly, with whom he has since been engaged. He is a member of the K. of H., the Royal Arcanum, and affiliates with the Democratic party. He has served as Township and Corporation Clerk of the city of Upper Sandusky for five successive terms.

WILLIAM A. GIPSON, dealer in coal, ice, etc., was born in Richland County, Ohio, January 26, 1843; son of Lorenzo and Martha A. (Fenner) Gipson, natives of Vermont and Berks County, Penn., respectively. They were married in Richland County; parents of eight children, the living named as follows: William A., Matilda E., wife of Adam Stevens; Lucy A., wife of J. K. Craig; Alice, wife of William H. Cook; and Arlon F. The father was accidentally killed February 20, 1868, by the falling of a sawlog from a wagon; the mother is still residing in Upper Sandusky. William Gipson obtained a fair education in the schools of his native county, and removed with his parents to Upper Sandusky in 1860. He learned the cooper's trade with his father, and continued in this vocation till the beginning of the war; he enlisted in Company F, One Hundred and Twenty-third Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry, September 24, 1862, and participated in the following engagements: Morefield, Winchester (where the entire regiment was captured, but exchanged after ninety days), Newmarket, Piedmont, Lynchburg, Snicker's Ford, Second Winchester, Fisher's Hill, Strasburg, Cedar Creek, Hatcher's Run, and the last at High Bridge, across Appomattox River, where the entire regiment was captured a second time, and sent to Camp Chase, receiving the news of Lincoln's assassination while en route, and detained on guard-duty over his body, in state at Columbus, Ohio. Besides the above-named battles, Air. Gipson was engaged in several skirmishes, receiving an honorable discharge at Camp Chase June 12, 1865. On returning, he resumed his trade for a number of years, establishing his present business in coal, ice, cement, sewer tile, fire-brick, etc., in 1874 to 1880. He was married May 12, 1870, to Ada K. Beistle, daughter of Christian and Elizabeth (Hock) Beistle, and one child, Leora Blanche, born March 19, 1874, has resulted from their union. Mrs. Gipson is a native of Carlisle County, Penn., and was born August 9, 1848. Mr. Gipson is a member of

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the F. & A. At., Knights Templar, also of the Knights of Honor, G. A. R. and English Lutheran Church. He served in the city council six years.

NICHOLAS F. GOETZ, son of George and Elizabeth Goetz, was born in Bavaria, Germany, November 30, 1826. His parents both died in Germany prior to his emigration to America. He learned the baker's trade when a mere boy, and spent several years in traveling through his native country. He emigrated to America in 1849, and settled in Boston, Mass. He soon afterward removed to California, and engaged at his trade in Sacramento City, at $125 per mouth. Meeting with losses by fire, he returned to Boston, and after his marriage removed to Upper Sandusky, purchasing the property on the corner of Sandusky avenue and Walker street, which he still owns and occupies as a grocery store and bakery. He has accumulated a handsome property, owning forty- three acres of land within the corporation of Upper Sandusky, where, in 1880, he erected a fine residence at a cost of $3 , 000. He was married October 5, 1854, to Miss Magdalana Kanzler, of Boston. She was born in Wittenburg, Germany, September 20, 1830, and graduated from one of the best schools of her native country. Six children have resulted from this union-Katie D., born July 9, 1855; Matilda M., December 28, 1856; George V., July 28, 1858; Louise E., August 27, 1861; Minnie C., February 2, 1863; and Frederick N., May 27, 1865. Mr. Goetz has traveled extensively through the various prov. inces of Germany and Austria, and has crossed the American continent, visiting Panama, Cuba and many other points of interest. Mr. Goetz is quite popular among the citizens of this county, having served as Township Trustee and City Councilman several years, declining the candidacy for County Commissioner. He and his family are members of the German Lutheran Church.

CAPT. EDWIN A. GORDON, cashier of the Wyandot County Bank, was born in Putnam County, Ohio, October 4, 1843. He is the son of William C. and Rebecca (Wolcott) Gordon, natives of Ohio and Now York. The father was born at Worthington, Ohio, June 19, 1819, the mother in Now York in 1823. They were the parents of six children, all living. The mother died at Maquoketa, Iowa, in 1872. Edwin A. Gordon obtained a good common school education, and served an apprenticeship at the printer's trade. From this occupation he enlisted in the late war September 2, 186 1, as private in Company A, Fifty-seventh Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry. He was soon after promoted to Sergeant, holding this position till April, 1862, when he was promoted to Sergeant Major of the regiment; December 29, 1863, he received his commission as Second Lieutenant Company I; in the following year, August 16, 1864, he was promoted to First Lieutenant, and June 16, 1865, he was commissioned Captain of Company G. He was engaged in the battles of Shiloh, siege of Corinth, Chickasaw Bayou, siege at Jackson, and others. The regiment spent the summer of 1862 at Memphis, and was subsequently engaged in a number of skirmishes, our subject receiving a severe wound in the bead from a piece of shell in the battle of Chickasaw Bayou, and being confined six months at the Lawson Hospital at St. Louis as a result of his injuries. He rejoined his command at Vicksburg in July, 1863, and was sent to join the Army of the Cumberland. He was engaged in the battle of Mission Ridge, and, after the veteranization of his regiment, returned to the field, and participated in all the battles of the Atlanta campaign, being again wounded August 3, 1861 in front of Atlanta, and sent to the hospital. He was absent from his regiment from August to April, during which time he was with the provision depart-

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ment of Gen. Sherman's army on duty as Acting Assistant Adjutant General under Col. Henry, of the Thirty fifth Now Jersey. Capt. Gordon again joined his regiment at Raleigh and proceeded to Washington, participating in the grand review at that place, and thence by railroad to Parkersburg and by boat to Louisville, and from that point to Little Rock, where he was discharged August 14, 1865. Capt. Gordon was married, October 24, 1867, to Julia C. Beery, daughter of George W. and Ann (Joy) Beery, and two children have been born to them-Willie B., born August 2, 1868, and Anna J., born February 11, 1871. Capt. Gordon is a member of the G. A. R. (Post Commander in 1883 and 1884) and Knights of Honor, of which he is Reporter; is a member of the Universalist Church, a Repub lican in politics, and has served as cashier of the Wyandot County Bank over fifteen years.

JACOB GREEK, surveyor and engineer, was born in a portion of this county, once part of Hancock County, February 13, 1840. He is the son of George and Rebecca (Harrison) Greek, natives of Pennsylvania and Ohio. They were united in marriage in Fairfield County, Ohio, in 1831, and resided in that locality five years, removing to Hancock County (now Wyandot) in 1836, where they still remain. They are the parents of thirteen children, eight still surviving. Jacob Greek, the subject of this sketch, was educated in the district schools, closing his educational pursuits in the village school of Carey, Ohio. He enlisted in Company K, Sixty-first Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry, March 28, 1862, to serve three years, and was engaged in the battles of Freeman's Ford, second Bull Run, Chancellorsville, Fredericksburg, Gettysburg, Lookout Mountain,- Mission Ridge, and through the entire Atlanta campaign. He was sent to raise the siege at Knoxville, and was with Sherman in his march to the sea. Mr. Greek was taken prisoner at Gettysburg July 2, 1863, and was immediately paroled and sent to West Chester, Penn., where he was detained till October of the same year, when he was ordered to join his command at Bridgeport, Ala. At the expiration of three years, he received his discharge at Goldsboro, N. C., April 6, 1865, and returned to his former home near Carey, and finished his education, teaching during the winter season, and attending school during the summer. He was married, December 31, 1868, to Miss Dora Cole, daughter of William and Anna (Shoup) Cole, residents of this county, They have three children-Ida L., born September 8, 1872; Charley A., born September 1, 1874; George G., born May 29, 1876. Mrs. Greek was born July 30, 1853. Mr. Greek was elected County Surveyor in October, 1874, and reelected in 1877 and again in 1880. Politically, Mr. Greek is a Democrat. He is a member of the I.0.0.F., K. of It. and Royal Arcanum, being at present Deputy Grand Regent of the latter order, and having passed all the chairs in the K. of H at present holding the office of Past Dictator.

HENRY GRUNDTISCH, of the firm of Ahlefeld & Grundtisch Bros., Union Carriage and Wagon Works, Upper Sandusky, was born January 21, 1840. He is a native of Germany, and emigrated to this country in 1860. He obtained a good education in Germany, and acquired his trade in that country. On coming to Ohio he first settled at Carey, this county, following his trade in that place till 1862, when he removed to Upper Sandusky, and soon after purchased from John Laux his outfit in the carriage and wagon works, continuing in the business four years. In 1865, Mr. Grundtisch sold his interest in the shop to Hale & Seider, whom he had admitted to the firm a few months previous, and engaged with them as an employe

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for ten years. He subsequently engaged with F. Tripp two years, and, in 1877, the firm of Ahlefeld & Grundtisch Bros. was established. They are still doing business under the above name, and have an extensive patronage. Mr. Grundtiseh was married. March 26, 1862, to Miss Fredericka Dilger and three children have been born to them-Jacob H., born July, 1863; Libbie K., November 4, 1865; and Elenora, February 12, 1876. Mr. Grundtisch is a member of the Union School Board, and a Trustee of the German Reform Church. He owns a share of the grounds on which his shops are located, and is highly respected as a citizen.

PETER GRUMMEL, one of the substantial farmers of this township, was born March 4, 1828. His parents, Adam and Susan (Yeoker) Grummel, came to America in 1854, and located in this county, one year later moving to Tiffin, where his father died May 10, 1870; his mother March 18, 1883, their only children being Frederick and Peter. The latter emigrated in 1847, and settled in Tiffin, where he was engaged in the boot and shoe trade seven years. He worked at his trade twelve years in Mexico, this county, farming some in connection. In 1848, he purchased forty acres, on which he resided twenty-two years, moving on his present farm of 150 acres in 1880, in which year he erected an elegant residence at a cost of $2,000. Mr. Grummel was married, August 6, 1850, to Mary E. Bloom, who was born in Bavaria August 21, 1828. She is a daughter of Philip and Margaret (Von Blon) Bloom, her mother's ancestors being of high rank in their native country,, taking an active part in the religious troubles between the German Reformers and Catholics in early times. Mr. and Mrs. Grummel. have had ten children-Louis, born July 7,1851; Frederick, March 1, 1853; Philip, November 12, 1854; Mary, October 8, 1856; John, January 10, 1858; Elizabeth, December 6, 1859; William, December 11, 1860; Louise, July 21, 1802; George, April 1, 1864; Reuben, September 28, 1866. Elizabeth, George and John are deceased, the dates of their deaths being January 25, 1860, May 14, 1864, and September 13, 1880. Mr. Grummel is a Democrat; served as Trustee; is a member of the Grange, and of the Reformed Church. The family is well respected in the community.

JONATHAN GUMP was born in Bedford County, Penn., November 28, 1823. He is the son of William and Sarah (Rolland) Gump, natives of Maryland and Pennsylvania respectively. The former was born January 19, 1799, and died in 1839; the latter August 18, 1798, and died February 15,1882. After several removals they settled permanently in Shelby, Ohio, where they resided until the father's death. They were the parents of nine children, five still living- Jonathan, David, Franklin. Henry and Margaret. Mary, Isaac, Rosanna and George are deceased. His father dying when his son Jonathan was a mere boy, the latter spent most of his time in assisting his mother in clearing the farm, and with her be remained until his marriage. At the age of twenty-one, he began to learn the gunsmith trade at Plymouth, Ohio, afterward engaging in that occupation in various places, and as fireman on the B. & O. and C., C., C. & I. R. R. until 1848, when he returned to Sandusky City, and was married, September 7, to Nancy J. Taylor; her parents were natives of Washington County, Perin., she having been reared by an uncle. They have six children-Sarah C., born June 28, 1849; Martha A., September 1, 1850; Charles W., born June 4, 1852; William B., November 2, 1853; Eliza J., October 14, 1855; and James P.,

February 3, 1860. After marriage, Mr. Gump resided some time in Mansfield and Plymouth, and removed to Upper Sandusky in 1850, where he worked three years at his trade, and then established a foundry in partner

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ship with Mr. Bowland; six months after, Mr. Bowland retired, and John Monger was admitted, this connection existing five years. He then closed out and resumed his old trade, which, in connection with his grocery store, followed until 1878. Since that time he has devoted his entire attention his trade. He owns a valuable residence on the corner of Crawford and Seventh streets; is a member of the Lutheran Church, and a Republican in politics.

JOHN J. HAAS was born in Bavaria, Germany, December 21, 1832; of Philip and Catharine E. (Soffel) Haas, who emigrated to America in 56, settling in Tuscarawas County, where the mother died November 14, 2, the father in August, 1869. Their children were Philip, Elizabeth, Peter, John J., Catharine and Phillipenia. John Haas emigrated to this country in 1850; worked in a tobacco factory, button factory, and as car. .age driver in Now York City till 1855; at the coopers' trade in Baltimore one year; at f arming and milling in Tuscarawas County till 1863; in Coshocton County fifteen years; and after several other moves came to this county 1881, and purchased his present farm, consisting, of ninety-five acres, valued at $100 per acre. Mr. Haas was married in Tuscarawas County, April 19, 1861, to Caroline Buehl, daughter of Peter and Dora (Thronacher) Buehl, a native of Germany, born February 15, 1842, emigrating in 1852. They have three children-Marv E., January 18, 1862; Benjamin, January 1872, and Annie S., June 23, 1875. Mr. Haas is a Republican, and with his wife a member of the Evangelical Church, to which he is a liberal contributor. He is very successful as a farmer, and at one time owned 160 acres in Tuscarawas County, and 100 near Gnadenhutten.

DANIEL HALE was born in Cumberland County, Penn., March 30, 1831, son of John and Elizabeth (Donor) Hale, natives of Cumberland and Lancaster Counties, Penn., who removed to this county in 1852. They had -ten children, eight now living. The father was born July 5, 1803, died October 29, 1879; the mother was born September 13, 1804, died April 24, 1881. Daniel Hale resided with his parents till about 1854, and was educated in the common schools of his native county, He began life for himself by working for his father at 62 1/2 cents per day, and afterward lived from rented lands till he purchased his present farm, 123 acres, now worth $100 per acre. He usually markets from $500 to $700 worth of products, and is one of the model farmers of the locality. He was married January 5, 1854, to Catharine Kendig, daughter of Henry and Catharine (Bair) Kendig, natives of Lancaster County, Penn., and of German parentage. 'Six children resulted from this marriage, viz., Alice J., Barbara E., Catharine J., George B., Annie M. and James R. Mrs. Hale was born in Cumberland County, Penn., June 21,1830. Mr. Hale is a stanch Republican and a member of the Church of God, as are also his wife and children.

CAPT. GEORGE W. HALE, of the firm of White & Hale, was born in Cumberland County, Penn., March 25, 1833; son of John and Elizabeth (Donor) Hale, natives of Pennsylvania and of German ancestry. They came to Ohio in 1852, and settled in Crane Township, this county, where they resided until the death of Mr. Hale, which occurred in 1878 Mrs. Hale survived her husband two years and died in 1880. At the time of their decease they were each in their seventy-sixth year. They were the parents of ten children, eight now living-Mary A., Daniel, George W., Samuel A. and Eliza J. (twins), David E., Henry B. and Margaret C. The deceased were John M. and Francis A. George W. Hale obtained a good education in the district schools of Pennsylvania; lived upon the farm till eighteen

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years of age; served an apprenticeship at the wagon trade in Leesburg, Penn., and removed to Upper Sandusky in 1854, when twenty-one years of age. He pursued his occupation in the wagon business until August, 1862, when he enlisted in Company F, One Hundred and First Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry, to serve as private three years. He was immediately promoted to Orderly Sergeant, and participated in the following battles: Knob Gap, Stone River and Chickamauga, being severely wounded in the latter engagement, a ball passing entirely through both limbs near the hips. As a result of this wound he was taken prisoner and held in captivity eighteen months, being exchanged in March 1865. Daring his imprisonment at Columbia, S. C., he escaped three times, in company with a few other comrades, but each time was recaptured. Recovering from his injuries, he joined his regiment at Nashville and remained until his term of service expired. He was promoted to Second Lieutenant in February, 1863; to First Lieutenant in July, 1863; was commissioned Captain in the fall of 1864, and mustered out of service at Cleveland, Ohio, at the close of the war in June, 1865. Returning home, be engaged in the hardware trade in October, 1865, and continued in this business until 1878. Mr. Hale was married January 24, 1866, to Mary E. Sockman, daughter of John and Eliza. beth Sockman, residents of Zanesville, Ohio. They have three children-Lizzie R., born February 24, 1867; Harry D., June 3, 1808, and Floy, born August 7, 1.871. In 1878, Mr. Hale disposed of his stock of hardware, to Isaac M. Kirby, and engaged in the manufacture of wagons and buggies till 1881 In 1883, he entered into the grain trade in partnership with S. H. White, and still continues in that business. He is a member of the Knights of Honor and Grand Army of the Republic, of which latter order he is Adjutant.

GEORGE W. HALL, dealer in furniture, Upper Sandusky, was born in Little Sandusky, July 28, 1850; son of David and Catharine (Brewer) Hall, natives of New York, an& of English and Hollandish descent. They were the parents of seven children-two living, namely: George W. and Clara. The deceased are Jane, Mary, Cornelius, Martin and Sarah. The father died about 1855, aged fifty years; the mother is still living at Little Sandusky, aged seventy-two years. George W. Hall, the subject of this sketch, was educated in the schools of Little Sandusky, engaging as clerk at the age of fourteen, with Henry Simons, in whose employ he remained seven years. In June, 1872, Mr. Hall removed to Upper Sandusky, and engaged as clerk with Juvinall & Foucht, dealers in dry goods, remaining in their employ nearly three years. In 1875 he engaged with L. Bowman, in whose employ he remained until the accidental death of Mr. Bowman, May 18, 1881, when be became a partner in the establishment. The firm now carries a stock of $6, 000, and is doing a- good business, being one of the oldest establishments of the kind in the county. Mr. Hall was married January 7, 1874, to Emma R. Bowman, daughter of Lawrence and Matilda (Burkett) Bowman, both now deceased. Mr. and Mrs. Hall are the parents of four children, namely: Nina E., born October 18, 1874; Jessie C., born August 14, 1878; Lawrence M., born December 21, 1879; Douglass L., born July 19, 1881. Mrs. Hall was born in Upper Sandusky, September 7, 1854. Mr. Hall is a member of the I.0.0.F., of which he is Warden and also Trustee. He is also a member of the Royal Arcanum, and, with Mrs. Hall, of the Methodist Episcopal Church. Martin V. B. hall, an elder brother of our subject, was a member of the Eleventh Ohio Battery, enlisting early in the service, and engaging in many severe battles. fie was killed in the battle of Inks, Miss., in September, 1862.

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NEIL HARDY, M. D., of Upper Sandusky, was born in Wayne County, Ohio, January 20, 1846, is a sun of Alexander and Mary Hardy, natives of Pennsylvania and of Scotch ancestry Dr. Hardy was educated at Wooster High School, Canaan and Smithville Academies and at the University at Wooster. In 1870, he began the study of medicine at Wooster, under the' instructions of Prof. L. Firestone, M. D., and graduated from the medical department of Wooster University, at Cleveland, Ohio, February 27, 1873. He began the practice of medicine in Wayne County, soon after graduating, and continued the same for five years, removing to Upper Sandusky, where 'he has since resided. Dr. Hardy was married, July 10, 1873, to Irene Smalley, daughter of Mathias and Martha Smalley, of Ashland, Ohio. Mrs. Hardy completed a course of study at the Savannah Academy; shortly after her marriage she be-an the study of medicine, attending a course of lectures at Cleveland, Ohio, winter of 1877 and again in 1880, at the close of which she graduated, and has since been actively engaged with her husband in the practice of their profession.

CURTIS B. HARE, second son of Levi and Jane (Berry) Hare, was burn in Seneca County, Ohio, October 13, 1844. He removed to Crawford Township, this county, with his parents, and resided with them on the farm till his father's death, December 14,1869. His mother's decease occurred ten years previous. He obtained a common education in the district school, and engaged in farm labor till March 17, 1864, when he enlisted in the Signal Corps, United States Army service, continuing in the same till August 25, 1865. Being honorably discharged at New Orleans, he returned to his farm in Crawford Township, finished his education, and engaged in a mercantile establishment at Carey, Ohio, continuing in this occupation two and one-half years. He then purchased Mr. Jackson's interest in the grocery store controlled by Smith & Jackson, and engaged in business with the leading partner, under the firm name of Smith & Hare. He remained in this connection one year, and removed to Upper Sandusky in 1870, remaining in the grocery trade until 1878. He then formed a partnership with R. A. McKelly, and embarked in the hardware business, this firm still existing and known as the firm of Hare & McKelly. They carry a full line of hardware and agricultural implements, and are doing a lively, business. Mr. Hare was married October 23, 1872, to Miss Nettie J. Brown, daughter of Moses and Sabina (Farwell) Brown, natives of Jefferson County, N. Y. They have but two children living, namely, Ada C., born August 29, 1874, and Levi B., September 38, 1877, The deceased are Helen E. (died aged fourteen months), and two infants. Mr. Hare is a member of the Knights of Honor, and a stanch Democrat.

HON. DARIUS D. HARE, one of the leading lawyers of this county, was born in Seneca County, Ohio, January 9, 1843. His parents, Levi and Jane (Berry) Hare, were natives of Pennsylvania and Ohio respectively. Mr. Hare was a pupil in the district schools during the period of his youth, and completed his studies at the Ohio Wesleyan University in 1863, being then twenty years of age. In the same year he taught a four months' term of school, enlisting March 20, 1864, in the Signal Corps of the United States Army, in which service he continued till the close of the war. He was then detailed on special duty as clerk in the same service at the headquarters of Gen. Sheridan, at Now Orleans, where he remained till discharged by special orders of the War Department, February 16, 1866. Returning home, Mr. Hare, in the following September, entered the law department of the University of Michigan, being admitted to the bar by the District

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Court of this county in September, 1867. He immediately entered upon his practice at Carey, but removed to Upper Sandusky in May, 1868. In January, 1869, Mr. Hare formed a partnership with John and Curtis Berry, doing business under the firm name of Berry, Berry & Hare, till 1871, when he retired from that firm and entered into a partnership with Henry Maddux, this connection being dissolved by mutual consent two years later, since which time he has conducted his professional business independently, excepting that for a little over three years he was a partner of Hon. R Me. Kelly. In 1872, he was elected Mayor of Upper Sandusky, and was reelected in 1874. In 1876, he was appointed City Solicitor, serving in that capacity two years. In 1878, he was again elected Mayor, and reelected in 1880 and 1882. He served thirteen successive years as a member of the Board of School Examiners of this county, tendering his resignation in 1881. Mr. Hare has established an extensive and lucrative practice in his chosen profession, and is recognized as one of its leading exponents. He is alive to every interest of his resident city, and has. done, perhaps, as much as any other citizen for its general improvement. He is a thorough, energetic business man, and for these qualities, as well as for those of a social nature, he is highly. esteemed. Mr. Hare was married October 28, 1868, to Miss Elise Liddelle, daughter of William and Aldanah (Fisher) Liddelle, o Rochester, N. Y. She was born in Rochester, November 23, 1845, and was educated at the St. Mary's Seminary, Raleigh, N. C., where she graduated in 1865. Her parents both died during her childhood.

GEORGE HARPER was born in Northumberland County, Penn., December 18, 1810. His parents, Samuel and Catharine (Grimes) Harper, were natives of Ireland and Pennsylvania respectively. His f ather was born in 1750, and emigrated to America in 1772. He enlisted in the Revolutionary war, and in the battle of Bunker Hill, received a gunshot wound in the left arm, breaking it below the elbow. On account of this disability he was dis. charged, and soon after settled in Northumberland County, Penn., having married Miss Catharine Grimes, in Chester County, Penn. In the fall of 1818, he moved to Ross County, Ohio, and March 1, 1821, to Sycamore Township, this county, where he died on the 3d of the following October. He was the first white settler in the above township, having moved there with a family of eight children-four sons and four daughters. He entered 160 acres on Section 18, where he resided till his death; also owning 160 acres in Section 6. Mrs. Harper lived on the homestead till 1834, and then moved to Sycamore Village, where she died in 1848, having reared all her children to maturity. George Harper, our subject proper, was reared to his eighteenth year on the farm with his parents, obtaining but a limited edu. cation. He then learned the carding and fulling trade, to which he devoted his attention for about eight years. In 1834 he engaged in mercantile pursuits in partnership with James L. Harper, in Mexico, where be was employed two years, then disposing of his interest in the establishment and resuming his former occupation, in which he continued till 1844. In 1845, Mr. Harper was elected County Treasurer, and was reelected four consecutive terms, the last expiring in June, 1854. In 1855, he accepted a position as passenger conductor on the Ohio & Indiana Railroad, being thus employed five years. He assisted in incorporating the Harper, Ayres, Roberts & Co. Deposit Bank, being one of its stockholders and connected with its interests about four years. He subsequently engaged in the grocery and provision trade under the firm name of Harper & Beery, but soon after returned to agricultural pursuits, in which he was engaged

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till he resumed the mercantile trade under the firm name of Harper, McCandlish & Co., with whom he was connected three years. In 1880, Mr. Harper was elected County Commissioner, and in 1883 was reelected to the same office. He also served as an Infirmary Director two years, and was a member of the City Council eighteen months, resigning both these positions. He has always taken an active part in local politics, and in his long official career he has honorably acquitted himself as a gentleman, and faithfully served his constituents as an officer. He is, perhaps, the oldest settler now living in this county, was virtually its first Treasurer, and has in many ways been identified with its interests, his character under all circumstances, either as citizen or official, having been above reproach. Mr. Harper was married February 26, 1835, to Miss Lovina Griffith, and three children have blessed their union, namely: Mary A., born November 26, 1835; Hattie, born July 8, 1838, and William J., born October 18, 1841, Mary A. is deceased, having departed this life November 14, 1863.

LOVELL B. HARRIS, Vice President of the Wyandot County Bank, was born in Utica, N. Y., March 14, 1821. He is a son of Joseph and Eunice (Hines) Harris, who were natives of Now Haven, Conn., and of Scotch parentage. They were the parents of seven children, the only living at the present date being our subject and Mary G., widow of Lawson Lambert. In 1837, Joseph Harris moved with his family from the State of New York to Delaware County, Ohio, and after a short time located at Middletown, where he died in 1844, his wife surviving till 1875, and passing away in her eighty-third year. She was an exemplary christian woman of exceptional qualities. Lovell B. Barris was reared on a farm, and educated in the common schools, but abandoned both agricultural and literary pursuits at the age of eighteen, to engage in the mercantile business at Middletown, Delaware County, Ohio. He began business on his own responsibility with a borrowed capital of $95, working against a strong opposition by the merchant James Haines, and a branch establishment from Marion known as the " checkered store," both of which he succeeded in driving from the place within eighteen months. After this extraordinary success, Mr. Harris soon disposed of his stock in trade at Middletown to A. D. Matthews, now of Marion, and removed to Mount Gilead where he formed a partnership with J. D. Rizor, with whom he continued business two years; he then withdrew from the firm, and in 1849, in company with thirty others, over whom Mr. Harris was Captain, went to California, where he remained one year. He then returned to Columbus, Ohio, where he resumed his former business in partnership with Francis C. Sessions, carrying on an extensive trade till 1857, dealing in dry goods and wool. Disposing of his interest to Mr. Sessions, Mr. Harris next removed to New York City, and entered the wholesale dry goods establishment of Hulbert & Vanvolkenburgh at a salary of $600 per year. He remained a second year on a salary of $1,500, refusing $2,500 for a third year's work, and engaging with Hoffman & Bro., dealers in straw goods at a salary of $3,333 per year. After three years' service with this firm, he was presented with $1,000, and placed upon a salary of $10,000 per year, refusing $12,000 for a second year's service; he then formed a partnership with A. G. Williams and Col. Ward in the manufacture of straw goods, the firm being known as Williams, Harris & Co., and located at 372 Broadway, New York, being with one exception the largest establishment of the kind in the United States. After three years of successful operations in the straw goods business, Mr. Harris disposed of his interest in the Now York House, and re-

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moved to Upper Sandusky, where he has engaged in the banking business since 1875; he is a stock-holder and Vice President of the Wyandot County Bank, the First National Bank, of Fostoria, and formerly of the Crawford County Bank, of Bucyrus, being Vice President of the latter establishment five years, resigning in favor of Oliver Momsett in 1882; he is President of the Wyandot County Agricultural Society and Treasurer of the State Board of Agriculture, serving his second term. Though not a politician, Mr. Harris was a prominent candidate for Congressman against Judge Seney, of Tiffin, in 1882, and was nominated for State Senator in 1879; his sentiments politically are Republican and his record is ample evidence that he is one of the most able business men of the county.

HENRY HARMON, a leading farmer of this township, was born in this county November 22, 1832; he is a son of Jacob and Rhoda (Swift) Harmon, his father being a native of Virginia. Their children were Michael, Elizabeth and Henry. The mother of these children died when the latter was a mere child, and Mr. Harmon was subsequently married to Jerusha Dutcher, who died, leaving six children, namely: Mary, Samuel, Lovina, Sallie, John, Jacob. Mr. Harmon's third marriage was to Sarah (McDonald) Ada; he died January 15, 1882. Henry Harmon, the subject of this sketch resided with his parents till twenty-one; he then spent one year in Illinois, after which time he returned, and was employed in various ways till his twenty-fifth year, keeping a grocery store at Little Sandusky one year. Closing out his business, he farmed rented land till 1864, when he purchased 120 acres which he afterward sold, buying 120 acres more three years later. On this farm he resided eight years, dealing in stock and doing general farming; then moved to Upper Sandusky where he resided two yews, in the meantime re-purchasing his first farm. In 1877, he bought 200 acres of his present farm. adding 200 more in 1879, the whole being one of the finest tracts in the county. In 1883, he erected a handsome brick residence at a cost of $4,000. He was married February 5, 1857, to Susanna Bowen, who was born in Marion County, Ohio, February 7, 1833. Her parents, Joseph and Mar aret (Harmon) Bowen, were natives of Virginia; her father died in 1832, but her mother is still living in her eighty first year. They had nine children, namely: Harmon, Eli, Henry, Gideon, William, Margaret, Susanna, John and Nancy, the last two deceased. Mr. and Mrs. Harmon have three children-Franklin E., Lutie M., and Noah L. In politics, Mr. H. is a Republican. He began business a poor boy, but by his energy, pluck and business sagacity has acquired a fortune of most enviable rank. He is regarded as one of the most successful farmers of the township, and is highly esteemed as a citizen.

JACOB P. HART, son of Isaac and Elizabeth (Moore) Hart, was born in York County, Penn., November 7, 1826. His parents were of Quaker persuasion and of German and Irish descent. They were farmers and were married in Pennsylvania, where they also lived and died, the father October 6, 1839, the mother August, 1876. Their children were Sarah J., John M., Joseph K., Jacob P., Andrew, Robert and Elizabeth, the latter now the wife of David Stominger. Sarah J. and Robert are now deceased. Jacob P., the subject of this sketch, was reared by his grandfather from his eight to fifteenth year, he then worked fo ur years for an uncle, after which time he started for Ohio, coming by rail to Chambersburg, on foot to Pittsburgh, by boat to Wellsville, and thence on foot to Bucyrus. In 1846, he purchased a threshing machine which he operated eighteen years, being on

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gaged in horse-droving in the meantime, continuing the latter business till 1877. He also farmed rented land seven years, purchasing his present farm eighty acres in 1862. Since that date he was engaged six years in the walnut lumber business, but chiefly in farming and stock-raising, keeping good grades of cattle, exhibiting at the county fairs many years. Mr. Hart .was married, January 29, 1852, to Marv E. Ross, who was born in Cumberland County, Penn., November 22, 1829. Her parents, John and Hettie (McWilliams) Ross, were also natives of Pennsylvania, and had four children, namely: Evaline, Mary E., Anna and Alexander M., the two latter deceased. Her father died in 1836, aged forty-nine; her mother at the same age in 1845. Mr. and Mrs. Hart have no children. Mr. Hart is a member of the Grange, a Republican, and, with his wife, a member of the Presbyterian Church.

CAPT. DANIEL HARTSOUGH was born in Fairfield County, Ohio, October 4, 1824. His parents were Isaac and Hettie (Sidle) Hartsough, natives of Frederick County, Md., and Montgomery County, Penn. They .were married in the former locality about 1817, and removed to this county in 1851, the father dying in March 4, 1854; the mother in 1874, September 18. Capt. Hartsough is the only surviving member of this family. He resided with his parents in Seneca County from 1828 to 1851, and for a number of years engaged in teaching at intervals in that locality. He enlisted in Company G, Fifteenth Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry, April 20, 1861, and entered the war for three months' service, spending most of that time as Third Sergeant at Camp Jackson, Columbus, Ohio; Camp Goddard, Zanesville, Ohio. He was afterward moved to Grafton, Va.; thence to Webster W. Va., and in August, 1861, enlisted for three years in Company G, Forty-ninth Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry as private, immediately receiving a commission as First Lieutenant. He participated in the battle of Shiloh, the skirmishes before Corinth, Stone River, Mission Ridge, Chickamauga, and all the battles of the Atlanta Campaign, and the battle of Nashville December, 15, 16, 1864. In an action at Picket's Mills, Ga., May 22, 1864, Capt. Hartsough entered with thirty-six men and came out with but ten muskets. Ile was promoted to Captain, July 19, 1863, in command of Company A, serving until January 12, 1865, when he resigned at Huntsville, Ala., and returned home. Mr. Hartsough was married, February 22, 1865, to Eliza A. Ragan, daughter of John and Elizabeth (Duddleson) Ragan. She is a native of this county and was born February 22, 1840. They have one child-Fannie M., born May 10, 1867. Captain Hartsough is highly esteemed as a citizen, and is at present Senior Vice Commander of Robin's Post, No. 91, of Upper Sandusky.

WESLEY HEDGES, a prominent farmer and wool-grower, was born in Clarke County, Ohio, August 6, 1823. He is a son of Seaton E. and Harriet (Miller) Hedges, natives of Virginia and Kentucky, and of English and Scotch ancestry respectively. They were the parents of fifteen children, nine attaining their majority, eight now living-Eliza M., Wesley, Tabitha. B., Elizabeth, Samuel B., Mary E., Virginia and Fletcher. The father died in 1878, aged eighty-two years; the mother in 1853, aged fifty-one. Wesley Hedges, the subject of this sketch, had the advantages of the high schools of Springfield where he completed his studies at the a ge of twentyone. He engaged in teaching during the winter seasons till 1845, when he came to the Sandusky plains and engaged with David Miller in farm labor at $10 per mouth. He remained with Mr. Miller eight years; the second year at $12 per month, and the third and succeeding years as a partner in

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the stock business. In 1856, he took up his residence on his present farm where he remained till 1865, at which time he removed to Pittsburgh and engaged extensively in buying live stock for the slaughter houses of New York City. His annual sales for six successive years aggregated 400,000 head, and though his operations on the whole were attended with slight success, he met with some heavy losses. In 1871, he returned to Upper Sandusky, and in 1872, to his farm where he has since remained. He owns 985 acres of good land stocked with the beat grades of horses, cattle and sheep. In 1876, Mr. Hedges lost the entire use of his lower limbs by paralysis, though he still has the fall management of his farm and engages extensively in agriculture as well as stock-raising. His marriage to Rebecca Peters occurred January 1, 1856, Miss Peters being the daughter of Gideon and Elizabeth (Stevenson) Peters, of Fairfield County, and born October 15, 1835. They have seven children-Corrilla A., born November 4, 1856; Henry E., October 14, 1858; Harriet, February 14, 1861; Pearl W., April 6, 1864; Mary, B. February 26, 1866; Lizzie G., May 16, 1868; Flora L., July 19, 1870. Mr. Hedges is a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church and of Republican sentiment politically. He is an acknowledged leader in the farming interests of this county, and in all his transactions has maintained a high reputation for his spirit of justice and integrity, his superior merit as a business man being no less marked in his qualities of citizenship.

JACOB HEHR was born in Wittemberg, Germany, December 19, 1819, and is a son of Andrew and Mary (Klopfer) Hehr, natives of the same place. His father was a stone-cutter and farmer, and was born in 1796; his mother was born in 1798. They had four children-Mary, Catharine, Rachel and Jacob. Their mother died in 1858; their father in 1863. Jacob Hehr, the subject of this sketch, emigrated to America in 1854, and located in Bucyrus. In 1856, he came to Upper Sandusky, where be engaged six years in a distillery, after which he followed railroading eight years, purchasing his present farm of seventy-two acres in 1870, since which time be has engaged in farming. Mr. Hehr was married, November 6, 1856, to Christina Yeiter, who was born in Germany December 16, 1831. She is a daughter of John and Mary Yeiter, who were also natives of Germany, and reared eight children, namely: Mary,. Dora, Catharine, David, Caroline, Christian and Rosa. Her father died in 1864, her mother in 1865. Mr. and Mrs. Hehr have four children-John J. (born December 26, 1861), George J. (April 29, 1863), William (October 12, 1866), Emma (December 12, 1869). Mr. Hehr is a good farmer, and values his land at $80 per acre. He is a Dem. ocrat; both he and Mrs. Hehr are members of the German Lutheran Church. In 1861, Mr. and Mrs. Hehr visited their native home in Germany, returning in 1862.

ROBERT A. HENDERSON, M. D., the oldest physician of Upper Sandusky, was born in Washington County, Penn., October 22, 1813. He is a son of John and, Isabella (Russel) Henderson, the former born in Chester County, Penn., July 25, 1769, the latter January 1, 1770. They were married October 1, 1789, nine children resulting from their union, of which our subject is the only surviving member. The mother died December 14, 1831; the father June 8, 1849. Robert A. Henderson received the usual training in the district schools, closing his studies in the high school of Allegheny at the age of eighteen. He immediately began the study of medicine at the above-named city, under the instruction of his brother, Ebenezer Henderson, in 1831, remaining two years, after which he continued his studies with Drs. Harmen and Wilson, each six months, at Cross

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Creek Village and Hickory, both in Washington County, Penn. He began the practice of his profession at Clarkson, Columbiana Co., Ohio, in 1833, remaining eighteen months, subsequently moving to Mt. Eaton, Wayne Co., Ohio, where he continued his practice till May, 1854. In 1852, he started for California, via the Isthmus of Darien, but was compelled to return after an interval of twenty-eight days at the latter place, on account of the loss of the steamer between San Juan and San Francisco. June 4, 1854, he removed to Upper Sandusky, continuing his profession till 1865, 'when he entered the Wooster Medical College, Cleveland, Ohio, graduating ,in March, 1866. He was married, June 26, 1837, at Mt. Eaton, to Lucy A. Galbraith, daughter of James and Sarah (Vandover) Galbraith, natives of Ireland and Maryland respectively. They located in Wayne County about 1817. where the father died September 24, 1834, and the mother September 23, 1873; the latter, after her husband's decease, married v. Archibald Hanna, D. D., March 29, 1860. Dr. and Mrs. Henderson ere the parents of six children, four still living-Sarah J. (born August .1, 1838), John W. (July 14, 1848), Edward A. (December 14, 1850), and Harry R. (October 19, 1853). The deceased are William H. (born December,1841, and died April 19, 1843), Robert A. (born October 9, 1857, died February 6, 1858). Lucy A., the wife of our subject was born July 19, 1818. Since he was twenty years of age, the Doctor has devoted his entire me to his profession. He is among the oldest practitioners in the county, and has amassed considerable property by his large and lucrative practice. He is a Republican in politics, and strong in the faith. His father, John Henderson, is said to have been a soldier in the war of 1812. Dr. Henderson is one of the leading physicians of this county, and by his strict reliability and thorough knowledge of his profession has won a richly merited place in the confidence of its people. He is eminently popular, both as a physician and a citizen.

AVERY HENDERSON was born in Mt. Eaton, Ohio, December 14, 1850. He is a son of Dr. Robert A. and Lucy A. (Galbraith) Henderson, and was reared in Upper Sandusky where he enjoyed the advantages of the public schools. In 1869, he abandoned his studies and began an apprenticeship at the tinner's trade, under John T. Grose. In 1873, he made a trip to California, combining business with pleasure, and returned the same year. In the spring of 1874, he opened an establishment in the stove, ware and roofing trade, in which he continued about eight years. In 1881, Mr. Henderson was elected to the office of Clerk of Court in this county, beginning his duties in February, 1882. Although a Republican, Henderson received a majority of 400 votes over his opponent-the vote ally being about 800 in favor of Democracy. He was married September 16, 1875, to Emma S. Holmes, who was born in Carey, Ohio, March 22, 55. She is a daughter of Dr. S. W. and Sarah (Ensminger) Holmes, who are now residents of Upper Sandusky. One child has blessed this union, namely, Luella, born May 22, 1877. Mr. Henderson was instrumental in organizing Company B, Kirby Light Guards, in January, 1875, serving as its Captain seven years. He was also elected Major of the Twelfth as Regiment Ohio National Guards, serving in that capacity till the regiment was disbanded in 1880. In June, 1883, he was commissioned Lieutenant Colonel of the Second Regiment Ohio National Guards, and still retains at position. Mr. Henderson is held in high esteem, socially as well as officially his character always having been such as to entitle him to the first position in the ranks of either sphere.

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WILLIAM B. HITCHCOCK, the proprietor of the refreshment stand, corner of Sandusky avenue and Johnson street, was born in Fishkill, Duchess County, N. Y., March 4, 1828; son of John and Mary (Harsner) Hitchcock, both natives of the above county, and of English and German descent respectively. They had four children, three living-Elizabeth, Borden and William B. The deceased was Chloe, who died in Upper Sandusky, aged about thirty-five years. The parents removed from New York to this county in 1847 or 1848. The father died August 26, 1854, aged just sixty-eight years. The mother is still living, a resident of Upper Sandusky in her eighty eighth year. Her husband, John Hitchcock, was a musician in the war of 1812. William B., our subject, was educated in the common schools of his native county, closing his school work by instructions from a private tutor at the age of fifteen. At sixteen, Mr. Hitchcock had the misfortune to lose his left leg, which almost cost him his life. He recovered, however, and subsequently engaged in teaching school for a number of years in various parts of this county until 1851, when he was elected Recorder, serving one term. He then attended Ba3on's Commercial College at Cincinnati, securing a diploma and engaged in the boot and shoo business in 1855. He was afterward engaged in various branches of business until 1867, when he was appointed Postmaster of Upper Sandusky, serving two years, besides an unexpired term for Frederick Agerter. He was subsequently elected County Clerk, serving two terms; assisted in the erection of the Opera House in 1876, and was instrumental in the building of several other buildings, aggregating a cost of $27,000. He has served as Councilman, as a member of the School Board, and has always been a liberal contributor to all benevolent purposes. In politics, Mr. Hitchcock if; a Democrat; is opposed to sumptuary laws and unequal taxation in any form, and is in favor of a graded license system. In 1852, he was married at Endfield, N. Y., to Margaret Darragh, who died three years afterward. He was again married October 25, 1855, at Tipton, Iowa, to Lucy J. Boynton, daughter of Benjamin L. and Mary Boynton, and seven children were born to them, namely: Mary F., William B., Nettie, Eva E., Harriet, Benjamin F. and John L.; the latter is deceased, his death occurring February 26, 1883, at the age of twenty-six.

DANIEL HOFFMAN was born in Bavaria, Germany, August 14, 1824. His parents were John and Catharine (Berl) Hoffman, who both died in Germany. Of a family of thirteen, but two, Catharine and Daniel, are living. Daniel emigrated to this country in 1854; spent thirteen years in Albany, N. Y., and removed to this county in 1867. He purchased his present farm of sixty acres in 1871, cleared and improved it by buildings and otherwise and now values it at $100 per acre. He has a fine brick dwelling, good frame barn, and rears the best bloods of stock. Mr. Hoffman was married in Albany, N. Y., to Mary Engel, May 11, 1855. She was born in Prussia November 12, 1821, emigrating to America in 1854. Her parents Conrad and Catharine Engel, had eight children, Mrs. Hoffman being the only one living. Anna, a second daughter, came to America in 1864 and died in Pulaski County, Ind, July 11, 1878. Mr. and Mrs. Hoffman had three children-Julia, wife of Jacob Wilmes, born February 8, 1859, and Michael, born June 13, 1860. The deceased was Caroline, born August 10, 1857, died January 24, 1859. Mr. Hoffman is a member of the German Lutheran Church, and his wife and daughter of the Catholic Church, he being a Democrat in matters political. They have a comfortable home and are well respected.

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CASPAR HOHWALD, retired shoe-maker, was born in France, March 9, 1820, son of Jacob and Catharine (Wagoner) Hohwald; his parents emigrated to the United States in 1840, and located in Wayne County, Ohio, where his father died in 1844, aged sixty-three years; his mother died in De Kalb Co., Ind., August 25, 1850, aged seventy-one. Six children are still living-Henry J., Elizabeth, Julia A., Michael, Caspar and John; Magdalena is deceased. Our subject began the trade of shoe-maker at Wooster, Ohio, in 1840. In 1846. he removed to Upper Sandusky and continued his trade till 1885, at which time he abandoned the bench and removed to his farm, now consisting of 225 acres, where he has since resided. Mr. Hohwald was married at Wooster, Ohio, September, 1844, to Mary Brunnen, four children being born to them, two living-Henry, born September 8, 1847, Catharine, born May 11, 1851. The death of Mrs. Hohwald occurred in October, 1864, and Mr. Hohwald was again married November 18, 1865, to Catharine Meister, widow of H. L. Meister, born in Stark County, Ohio, October 16, 1835, daughter of Matthew and Hannah (Ansfahl) Ackerman. Her former husband was a soldier in the late war and died at Nashville, leaving three children fatherless-Louisa A.. born December 13, 1859; John G., March 10, 1861; and Lizzie M., born July 7, 1863. Mr. and Mrs. Hohwald are members of the German Lutheran Church, to the support of which they are liberal contributors. Mr. Hohwald is a " very independent voter, if a voter at all" His line farm was almost wholly earned by "pounding pegs" on the shoe-maker's bench.

ALVIN M. HOUGH, of the firm of Hough Bros, and proprietor of the stove and tinware department, was born in Upper Sandusky, December 31, 1855. He is the eldest son of Milton B. and Margaret J. (Beistel) Hough, and was reared and educated in his native city. He served an apprenticeship at the tinner's trade with Hale & Kirby three years, beginning in 1.871, and as foreman of their establishment over two years. In 1878, he purchased their stock of stoves and tinware, and began business for himself at his present stand. In 1881, William M. Hough was admitted to the firm which controls also one of the largest furniture establishments in the city. Mr. Hough erected his present building in 1878, and has since done a large business, employing three hands, and making a specialty of tin and slate roofing. Besides his stock, he owns a valuable brick residence on South Sandusky avenue. He was married in Reading, Penn., December 12, 1881, ,to Anna E. Beidler, and one child has been born to them-Florence Viola, born October 18, 1882. Mr. Hough is one of the most energetic business men of the city and merits the generous patronage which he receives.

FRANK B. HOUGH, of the firm of Hough Bros. dealers in furniture, also stoves and tinware, was born March 19, 1858, a native of Upper Sandusky son of Milton and Margaret J. (Beistel) Hough. He was educated in the public schools of his native town, and at the age of fifteen engaged as clerk for the firm of Foucht & King; at seventeen, he took a commercial course of study at Duff's Business College, Pittsburgh; spent two years in the employ of Widman, the clothier; at the age of nineteen, he learned the tinner's trade at Hayesville with H. J. Hough, with whom he remained two years, returning to Upper Sandusky in 1879. He was next employed with W. A. Widman until January, 1880, when he formed a partnership with E. A. Henderson in the stove and tinware business. He continued in this business one year, and about the same length of time in the drug business, after which he purchased a one-third interest in the stove and tinware establishment, at the same time opening a furniture store which he now has

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under his especial charge. He does an extensive business, having the leading establishment of the kind in the city. Mr. Hough was married June 15, 1881, to Ida M. Keller, daughter of Adam Keller, a prominent farmer of Ridge Township. She was born May 12, 1860.

MILTON B. HOUGH, of the firm of Hough Bros., dealers in furniture, undertaking, stoves, tinware, etc., Upper Sandusky, was born in Ashland County February 24, 1830. He is the son of William and Leah (Shoop) Hough, natives of Pennsylvania and of English extraction. There were nine children in this family, but three now living - Milton B., Almira E. and Hiram J. The parents both died in Crawford County, the father in 1867, aged fifty-two years, the mother in 1853, aged about forty-four years, Milton B. Hough was educated in the public schools of Ashland, and subsequently spent three years in the cabinet trade at Bucyrus. He removed to Upper Sandusky December 27, 1851, and established himself in the furniture and undertaking business in 1854. In 1860, he disposed of his stock and engaged several years in the trade of a carpenter and joiner; followed milling two years, butchering one year, bought and shipped poultry four years, dealt in real estate some time, and was quite successful in all these enterprises. Mr. Hough is the owner of a fine brick residence on Wyandot avenue, valued at $5,000, and carries a stock of goods in both his establishments, valued at *W10,000. His marriage to Margaret J. Beistel occurred November 12, 1852; she is the daughter of Christian and Catharine (Hank) Beistel. They are the parents of four children, three living-Alvin M., Frank B. and William M. The deceased, Armies 0., died, aged one year, three months and fifteen days. Mr. Hough began life without a dollar, and all that he now possesses has been acquired by patient and incessant toil.

JOHN M. HOUSTON, ex-Sheriff of Wyandot County, is a native of Shelby County, Ohio, born May 7, 1834, son of David and Cynthia A. (Ellis) Houston, the former a native of Kentucky, and the latter of Shelby County, Ohio, where they were married in 1832. They were the parents of six children, our subject being the only living representative of the family at the present time. Cynthia A., the mother, died in Arkansas July 21, 1844, and David, the father, passed away in February, 1866. John Houston obtained his education in the district schools of the counties of Shelby and Miami, and engaged in farming and stock-raising with his father and on his own account until the time of his enlistment, May 2, 1864. He was a member of Company A, One Hundred and Forty-seventh Ohio National Guards, under Capt. Ewart, and was immediately elected Second Lieutenant, serving as such through his entire service; his Company was on detached service performing guard duty at headquarters, Arlington Heights, until the close of its service. Mr. Houston returned home in September, 1864, and removed with his family in April, 1865, to Marseilles Township, this county, where he rented a large tract of land and engaged in farming and stock-raising until 1870, when he removed to Upper Sandusky and engaged in buying and shipping stock till his election to the office of Sheriff in 1877. Although a Republican, Mr. Houston received a majority of over 300 at his first election, and at his second a majority of over 600, the usual majority being about 700 Democratic. He served two terms as Sheriff with credit to himself and satisfaction to his constituents. He was married at Tippecanoe, Miami County, to Barbara G. Snider, nee Cecil, November 14, 1858, and one child, Edward C., has blessed this union. He was born in Miami County, Ohio, May 12, 1860. Mr. Houston is one of the leading farmers of Crane Township; he served as Trustee of Marseilles Township

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three years; is an honored member of the F. & A. M., the Knights of Honor, Royal Arcanum, and the G. A. It. He owns one of the most pleasant homesteads in the vicinity and is one of its most estimable citizens.

SIMON HUFFMAN, a native of Ashland County, Ohio, was born November 16, 1841, to Jacob and Eliza (Swineford) Huffman, natives of Pennsylvania, and parents of twelve children, of whom tea are now living The parents removed to Richland County in 1844, and to this county in 1849, settling in Crane Township, where the father died in 1867, aged sixty-seven years: the mother is still living in her seventy-fifth year, residing with our subject. Simon Huffman made his home with Daniel Hale five years, and August 21, 1862, enlisted in Company F, One Hundred and Twenty-third Regiment, Ohio Volunteer Infantry and entered the war. He took part in the battles of Winchester, Piedmont, Lynchburg and Richmond. He was wounded at Winchester, taken prisoner, and after thirty days in Libby Prison and Belle Island was paroled and joined his regiment at Winchester; was taken again at Lynchburg, and lay three months in the hospital of that place under care of Sisters of Charity; joined his regiment again at Richmond, and served three years, being discharged at Columbus, June 27, 1865. Mr. Huffman was married, August 14, 1867, to Ellen Keller, daughter of Henry and Mary (Boucher) Keller, born March 31, 1848. They had seven children, six living viz., Edward G., born September 8, 1869; Harry O., April 24, 1871; Estella G., July 7, 1875; Esworth S., July 28, 1877; Cora A., July 15, 1880; Benjamin F., August 28, 1882. The deceased was Sadie E., born July 26, 1870-died July 7, 1880. Mr. Huffman now owns 140 acres of land valued at $75 per acre, all earned by industry and hard labor. He is a member of the G. A. R., and with his wife, of the Church of God; in politics, a live Republican.

COL. S. H. HUNT was born near Worthington, Ohio, December 29, 1829; he is a son of Jasper and Mary A. (Andrews) Hunt, natives of Vermont and Connecticut respectively; his parents were poor, and in 1830 removed to Bowsherville, Crawford County, where they did a small business, trading in cattle and other stock, together with a small stock of groceries, which they sold to the Indians and the few white settlers of the vicinity. Col. Hunt was early inured to the hardships of pioneer life, shoes or boots being a luxury accorded only to the wealthy; his education was limited by his surroundings, his first teacher being Joel Straw, father of Orrin Straw now a resident of this county, and subsequent instructors being W. Y. Magill, Martin and others, all well skilled in the flogging art, supposed to be a necessary qualification in those days of crude, pedagogic ideas. At the age of ten, Mr. Hunt removed to Marseilles with his parents, his father there keeping a tavern about which our subject was useful in many ways, at the same time obtaining further education in the district schools. At the age of fifteen (1844) his father obtained for him a situation as clerk in the dry goods store of L. J. Weaver, of Columbus, to which place superbly togged in a suit made up of butternut- colored jean coat, blue linsey pants, brown muslin shirt, cowhide shoes and coonskin cap, he repaired by the first stage coach from Marion, he was employed by Mr. Weaver at $3 per mouth for the first year, with an increase of salary promised for the second year, and in this position he labored nearly six years. He then returned to Marseilles, and began the dry goods business with a Mr. Dill, selling out to a Mr. Potter for $400 one year later; he then went to Cincinnati and obtained a situation in the wholesale dry goods house of Bowler & Ewing, 25 Pearl street. In less than a year Mr. Ewing's death occurred, and Mr. H. obtained a sit-

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uation with Messrs. Stedman & Maynard in the same business, and with whom he remained one year, at the expiration of which time he accepted a partnership with his former employer, Mr. Weaver, in a retail store at Reynoldsburg, Franklin Co., Ohio. Eighteen months later, the winter of 1854-55, he removed to Upper Sandusky where he established a general store, doing business under the firm name of Hunt, Potter & Hunt, making an investment of $600. The enterprise proving unprofitable, Mr. Hunt disposed of his interest for $800, two years later, spent a short time in buying and shipping stock, and then again embarked in the dry goods trade in partnership with Mr. Robbins to whom he disposed of his interest two yearns later. After a short time spent in Cincinnati, Mr. Hunt again engaged in the dry goods business in Upper Sandusky in partnership with Mr. Hold. ridge, whose interest he purchased two years later. He then purchased a large stock direct from New York, preparatory to extending his business, when, being Lieutenant Colonel of a battalion of five companies of Ohio National Guards organized in this county, he was called into the United States service with orders to report at Camp Chase, Columbus, Ohio, within six days; he then disposed of his goods at a sacrifice, and was made Colonel of the One Hundred and Forty-fourth Ohio National Guards, ordered to Baltimore, and thence to Fort McHenry to guard rebel prisoners; he was soon after replaced by Col. Lon Harris' Regiment, and his command was divided, three companies being sent to Annapolis and the Junction, one to Wilmington and the remainder to the Relay House to guard the viaduct at that place, Mr. Hunt having command nf the latter division. A part of his regiment subsequently participated in the battle of Monocacy. He did full duty as soldier in the field, being placed under the command of Maj. Gen. Wright of the Sixth Army Corps. They participated in several skirmishes, losing 150 of their 800 men -in battles, skirmishes and hospitals during their hundred-day service. Mr. Hunt returned home in September, 1864, with health much impaired, and in the spring of 1865, again opened a dry goods store which he conducted with success *till 1868; he then embarked in the grain business in which he has since continued, now enjoying a prosperous trade. He has been a resident of the county most of his life, and is regarded as one of its most energetic and reliable business men, being also highly esteemed for his social and civil qualities.

JOSEPH HUTTER, retired farmer, is a native of Bavaria, Germany, born February 28, 1828. He is a son of John J. and Mary C. Hutter, the former born in Germany, November 12, 1796, and the latter in 1806. They emigrated to America in 1852. Joseph Hutter, our subject, emigrated to the East Indies in 1849, returning to Rhoderdam, Germany, at the end of eleven months, and then embarked for America. The father settled in Eden Township, this county, and resided there (with the exception of five years in Upper Sandusky) until January, 1877, his death occurring at that date; the mother died May 10, 1881. They were the parents of five children of whom but two survive. Louisa, wife of Jacob Kirshner, Joseph, George, Charles and Mary are deceased. Joseph Hutter removed from Wooster to Mansfield in 1850, and engaged as an overseer of a force of twenty-six men on the Pittsburg, Fort Wayne & Chicago Railroad. About one year after this he removed to this county, and purchased 131 acres of land in Eden Township. He subsequently disposed of this, and purchased 160 acres in Grand Township, eighty-one of which he still owns. He also owns a large amount of valuable town property, all of which he has ac

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quired by industry and good management. He was married, February 20, 1851, to Mary C. Ahlefeld, and two children were born to them, namely, Charles and Amanda; the latter is deceased, her death having occurred November 15, 1882, in her twenty-eighth year. Mr. flutter was again married, June 19, 1883, to Mrs. Mary Young, widow of Cornelius Young, who died November 27, 1869. Charles Hutter, brother of our subject, was a soldier in the late war, enlisting in Company K, Fifty-fifth Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry, to serve three years. He participated in the battle of Bull Run, 2d, where he was seriously wounded, death resulting from his injuries. He died in the Methodist Hospital at Alexandria, and his remains were interred in the Methodist Cemetery of that place.

CHARLES JAROS, of the firm of Jaros & Co., was born in the city of Pittsburgh, Penn., April 7, 1860. He was reared in the city of New York, and graduated at the New York City College, in 1877. In 1880, he removed to Columbus, Ohio, where he resided about one year, then removing to Upper Sandusky, where he established himself in his present businessthe sale of clothing, hats, caps and gents' furnishing goods. He carries a fine stock of goods valued at $13,000 and does an extensive business, being regarded as one of the leading clothiers of Upper Sandusky. In the few years of his business life in this county, he has established a flourishing trade, and has obtained a wide reputation for his fair dealing. His store is conducted in the best style possible, and his stock is selected to meet the wants of all classes. He is, perhaps, the most extensive dealer in his line in Upper Sandusky, and is therefore best able to give entire satisfaction as to styles and prices to all his customers. Besides his business qualities which are of the first order, Mr. Jaros is also recognized as one of the most enterprising of the young men of his place, and is highly esteemed for his sociability and excellency of character.

FRANK JONAS, of the firm of Frank Jonas & Co., cigar manufacturers, Upper Sandusky, was born in Germany, June 20, 1842, son of Bartholomew and Elizabeth Jonas, who emigrated to America in 1847, and settled in Cincinnati, where our subject was educated, and where he resided until 1867, except from 1857 to 1860, which time he spent traveling in the West. Having acquired the trade of cigar-making, he engaged in that business a number of years in Galion, removing to Upper Sandusky October 15, 1870, where he has established an extensive trade, employing ten assistants constantly. He was married at Cincinnati January 7, 1862, to Mary Vill, daughter of Simon and Elizabeth (Karg) Vill, and four children have resulted from this union, as follows: Lilly, born March 2, 1863; Joseph, December 18, 1865; Frank, November 21, 1868, and Carrie, September 24, 1871. Mrs. Jonas' death occurred April 30, 1874, and her husband was again married, September 28, 1875, to Mary Gutzwiler, and five children have resulted from this marriage-Rosa E. was born September 23, 1876; Victor M., May 10, 1879; Oscar J., July 1, 1881; Willie 0., June 20, 1883. An infant son is deceased. Mr. Jonas served with the Ohio National Guards, Company B, Eighth Regiment a short time, and with Lew Wallace's Scouts in the raid after Kirby Smith in Kentucky. He is a member of the Catholic Knights of America, of the Roman Catholic Church, and in politics votes for the man and not the party.

JACOB JUVINALL. This prominent farmer of Wyandot was born in Ross County, Ohio, January 29, 1823. He is a son of Jacob and Hester (Meeker) Juvinall, of Scotch and Irish ancestry. The former was born in Kentucky in 1792, and died. in May, 1824, aged thirty-two years; the latter

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was a native of Connecticut, born in 1792, and died in August, 1882. They were the parents of two children-Anna M. and Jacob. The father died when his son was but sixteen months old, and at the age of ton he was thrown upon his own resources. He was employed one year by his uncle, Aaron Meeker, at 121 dents per day, and with John Davis, Jr., for some time at 25 cents per day. He spent two and one half years with Uriah Chinoweth attending school. In 1837, he removed to Sharoville, Pike County, and engaged as clerk for his Uncle, James McLees, in it mercantile establishment, where he remained until 1846; in the month of May of that year he removed to Upper Sandusky, and opened a store in partnership with his uncle, purchasing the latter's interest and selling the whole stock at auction two years later. He subsequently purchased an interest in a steam propeller on Lakes Erie and Michigan, losing his entire effects, $3,500, by the failure of the enterprise. He next engaged in agricultural pursuits, entering 124 acres of land, purchasing 204, turning his attention to stock raising and shipping. In 1854, he removed to his present home, one mile north of Upper Sandusky, and is now enjoying the fruits of his efforts. He owns 400 acres of land, well improved, and other property, unnecessary to mention. Himself and family are members of the Methodist Episcopal Church. Mr. Juvinall was married, February 5, 1851, to Emily Robbins, daughter of Nathaniel P. and Laura (Nash) Robbins, natives of Massachu. setts and Vermont respectively. Seven children have resulted from this marriage, namely: James A., born November 24, 1853; Charles D., born September 23, 1855; Jacob H., January 25, 1857; Mary E., August 14, 1859; Heater A., November 5, 1864. and Martha, May 27, 1867. The deceased was Alice, born December 25, 1851, died August 14,1853. Emily, the mother, was born in Perry County, Ohio, June 17, 1829.

WILLIAM D. HAIL, of the firm of Streby, Myers & Hail, millers, was born in Mifflin Township, this county, December 13, 1854, son of Andrew J. and Julia V. (Lindsey) Hail, both natives of Ohio, and of German and Irish ancestry respectively. They were the parents of three children-Samuel P., William D. and Anna E. Julia Hail, the mother, passed away in November, 1856; the father departed this life March 5, 1884, and was buried from his late residence, on his farm in Mifflin Township, where he located thirty years ago. William D. Hail, our subject, attended the dis. trict schools of his native township, subsequently entering the Ada Normal School for a few terms, and remained upon the farm, teaching at intervals, until 1880. In March, 1881, he removed to Upper Sandusky, and purchased a third interest in the mill where he is now engaged, since which time the business has been conducted under the firm name of Streby, Myers & Hail. They do an extensive business, have a capacity of thirty-five barrels per day, and introduced the roller process in 1882. Mr. Hail's marriage to Miss Mattis E. Kiser, occurred October 19, 1876, Miss Kiser being the daughter of Wesley P. and Malinda (Reed) Kiser. They have four children-Harry E., born April 12, 1878; Lottie E., November 6, 1879; Avery L., December 13, 1881, and Mabel B., April 3, 1883.

JACOB P. KARG, son of Philip and Margaretta (Pfeifer) Karg, was born in Salem Township. this county June 9, 1849. His parents were natives of Hesse Darmstadt, Germany, and emigrated to America in 1847,settling in Salem Township, where he purchased forty acres of land, which they have increased by subsequent purchases to 213 1/2. Philip Karg assisted in constructing the P., Ft. W. & C. R. R. at 50 cents per day, and reared a family of eight children. He began work in America with a " five franc "

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capital, and is now the owner of a farm worth over $20,000. The names of the children are as follows: Peter, Jacob P., Margaretta, Catharine, George, Philip, Mary and Elizabeth. Both parents are still living, the father in his sixty-seventh year, the mother in her sixty-first. Jacob P., our subject, remained upon the farm with his parents til 1875, when he removed to Upper Sandusky and engaged in the grocery business, and in which occupation he still continues. He was married, July 1, 1875, to Margaret M. Streby, and five children have resulted from this union-Mary M. born May 8, 1876; Emma E., September 16, 1877; Edward F., November 20, 1880; Elizabeth E., May 20, 1881, and Jacob P., December 19, 1882.

HENRY KELLER was born in Tascarawas County, Ohio, June 30, 1838. He is the son of Martin and Hannah (Hill, nee Buskirk) Keller. His mother being the widow of Robert Hill, deceased. The family consisted of six children, of whom three are living: Wesley C., Henry and Maria, the wife of John L. Barick. Their parents removed to this county in 1855, and settled in Crane Township, where the father died in August, 1870; the death of the mother occurring in Tuscarawas County while on a visit to that locality in the following December. Henry Keller obtained a fair education in the schools Is of is native county, coming wit is parents to this county in 1855. In May, 1862, he enlisted in the war, joining Company K, Sixty-first Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry for three years' service. He participated in the battles of Freeman's Ford, Sulphur Springs, Waterloo Bridge, Bull Run Second, Wauhatchie, Mission Ridge, Lookout Mountain, Buzzard's Roost and the skirmish near Hagerstown, Md. He was taken prisoner at Bull Run, but was released after one month on parole, His regiment was sent to Knoxville and subsequently went into winter quarters at Chattanooga in 1863. Here the regiment veteranized and returned home for thirty days on furlough, during which time Mr. Keller, in defending an old lady from the assaults of a colored inebriate, received injuries which disabled him for further service; he was therefore placed in the Invalid Corps and remained at Chicago, Ill., till the close of the war, receiving his discharge in May, 1865. He then returned to his home, and has since engaged in agricultural pursuits. Mr. Keller was married at Sulphur Springs, Crawford Co., Ohio, by Rev. Gideon Hoover, October 19, 1865, to Susan B. Kotterman, widow of Levi Kotterman, who died from the effects of wounds received in the battle of Bull Run Second. Mrs. Kotterman was a daughter of Asher J. and Elizabeth (Hargar) Reynolds, and a native of Stark County Ohio, born July 1, 1836. She had two children by her first husband Flora E., born January 29, 1861; and Marion L., born July 3, 1862. Mr and Mrs. Keller had four children, their names are as follows: Nora W. born December 31, 1868; Amber M., April 2, 1871; and Clara M., December 15, 1872. Henry E., born August 9, 1866, was drowned by falling into a collar partly filled with water , March 27, 1869. Mr. Keller owns a farm of fifty acres valued at $100 per acre. He votes for Republican principles, and is an enterprising citizen of good repute. He voted the Prohibition ticket in 1883.

LEVI W. KELLER, dealer in groceries, provisions, queensware, etc., Upper Sandusky, was born in Pickaway County, Ohio, January 22, 1824. He is the son of Henry and Christina Keller, natives of Pennsylvania, the former of Dauphin County, and the latter of Northampton County. They were married in Piqua County, having removed there in an early day, and were the parents of seven children, namely: Elizabeth Levi M. John M

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Mary A.., Jacob, Henry and Alfred. In 1823, they removed to Seneca County, where they both died-the mother in 1840. aged forty years; the father, in 1853, aged fifty six years. Levi W. Keller, the subject of this sketch, was reared upon the farm, and educated in the common schools of Seneca County. At the age of eighteen he went to Wooster, Ohio, and learned the painter's trade, operating in Wooster and Tiffin until twenty eight years of age. He then removed to Upper Sandusky, working at his trade about three years, after which he removed to his farm, formerly pur. chased, and engaged in agricultural pursuits until 1880. He then moved back to Upper Sandusky, and engaged in the real estate and butchering business until 1882, when, in partnership with his son, he purchased the grocery store of G. G. Kramer'. in which occupation he is still engaged, carrying a stock valued at $6,000. In 1881, he disposed of his farm to J. F. Myers, for a consideration of $11,000. Mr. Keller was married December 17 , 1851, to Margaret Schriver, of Seneca County, and six children have blessed their union, namely: Prudence C., born September 27, 1852; Levi, F., February 18. 1854; Sarah A., July 8, 1855; Mary A., November 6, 1856; Lewis H., February 24,1858; and Emma C., February 14, 1860. Mrs. Keller was born August 4, 1822. Mr. Keller has amassed a large amount of property, located in different parts of the county. He served as a public minister in the Church of God forty years, all his family being now connected with that organization.

DAVID R. KELLY, merchant tailor, was born in Wayne County, Iowa, December 4, 1854, son of George B. and Sarah (Blackburn) Kelly, natives of Pennsylvania, who removed to Iowa in 1853, returning to Upper Sandusky in 1860. David Kelly obtained a good education in the, schools of the above city, completing his studies at the age of eighteen and accepting a clerkship in the dry goods store of J. A. Maxwell, in whose employ be remained eight years with credit to himself and profit to his employers. In 1880, he formed a partnership with F. P. Kenan in the grocery and provision trade, and April 1, 1882, big present tailoring business was established. He enjoys a good trade, usually employing eight to ten workmen. His marriage to Clara Andrews, of Upper Sandusky, occurred June 27, 1882. Mrs. Andrews is a daughter of Robert and Adaline (Patterson) Andrews and was born April 9, 1858. They have one child, Howard, born September 9, 1883. Mr. Kelly is a Republican politically, and, with his wife, a member of the Presbyterian Church.

ALVIN KENAN, of the firm of Kenan Bros., real estate dealers, Upper Sandusky, was born in Tymochtee Township, April 26, 1832. He is the oldest son of Samuel and Minerva (Earl) Kenan, of Irish, German and English ancestry. Samuel Kenan was born in Ohio County, Va., July 6, 1806. Alvin Kenan was educated in the Tymochtee Schools and remained upon the farm with his parents till his twenty-fourth year. In 1860, he entered into a partnership with his brother in the shipping of live stock, and continued in this occupation twelve years. In 1875, he abandoned his agricultural and other pursuits, and established a real estate office in Upper Sandusky, in partnership with his brother, George Kenan, in which occupation they are still engaged, doing the most extensive business in that line of any firm in the county. Mr. Kenan was married in October, 1856, to Miss Olive E. Torey, daughter of Joseph F. and Elizabeth (Wright) Torey, early settlers of Tymochtee Township. They are the parents of eight children-six living, Ernest E., born October 6, 1857; Cora M., June 16, 1862; Myrtie, November 18, 1864; Earl T., January 21, 1868; Jessie R.,

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May 30, 1875; Dudley D., October 19, 1877. The deceased were twins, born in 1860, and died the same year. Mr. Kenan is a member of the Knights of Honor, and a Republican in politics. Himself and wife are both members of the Universalist Church.

FRANKLIN P. KENAN, proprietor of grocery store, Wyandot avenue, Upper Sandusky, was born in this county September 25, 1850, He is the son of Samuel and Mary (Cutting) Kenan, natives of Virginia and Vermont respectively. Franklin P. our subject, was educated in the district schools of Tymochtee Township, closing his educational pursuits in the schools of Upper Sandusky at the age of twenty-one. He engaged in agricultural pursuits for a few years, teaching, school during, the winter months, removing to Upper Sandusky and embarking in the mercantile business in the spring of 1875. He engaged as clerk with S. J. Wirick, one and one-half years and with Harper & Waters one year, purchasing their stock of groceries in 1880, and forming a partnership with D. R. Kelly, He subsequently purchased Mr. Kelly's interest and has since conducted the business independently. He carries a $1,500 stock and keeps a full line of everything usually found in a first class grocery store. He is a Republican in politics.

GEORGE KENAN, of the firm of Kenan Bros., was born in the village of Tymochtee October 18, 1837. He is the son of Samuel and Minerva (Earl) Kenan, they being the parents of six children, four of whom now survive, viz., Alvin, Amanda, George and James. The deceased are Samuel and Joel The father is still living, in his seventy-eighth year; the mother died in 1843. George Kenan, the subject of this sketch, was educated in the village school at Tymochtee, remaining on the farm with his parents until eighteen years of age. He engaged in teaching during the winter months, and farmed during the summers for five years. In 186 he began buying and shipping stock in connection with his agricultural business, and continued in this occupation twelve years, being the largest shipper in the county. In 1873, in partnership with his brother Alvin, he opened a real estate office in Upper Sandusky, and is still engaged in that business on an extensive scale. He was married, July 22, 1867, to Ella Ayres, daughter of William and Harriet (Quick) Ayres, and three children have been born to them-Eva, born September 2, 1868; Grace, born May 20, 1870; Clara A., born March 18, 1878. Mr. Kenan is a member of the Knights of Honor, the Royal Arcanum and the Universalist Church. In politics, he is a Republican.

SAMUEL KENAN. This worthy and respected pioneer was born in Ohio County, Va., July 6, 1806. His parents were James and Catharine (Yhoast) Kenan, the former a native of Ireland, and the latter of New Jersey. They were married in Virginia, and after several removals settled in Wyandot County in 1830, subsequently migrating to Illinois, but returning to Fremont, Ohio, where he died, aged seventy four years; Catharine, his wife, survived him about four years, her death occurring in Knox County, Ill., in her seventy-fifth year. Samuel Kenan was reared on the farm, and educated in the common schools of Virginia. He resided with his parents till twenty-four years of age, making his way to this county, and settling in Tymochtee Township in 1829. He was married to Minerva Earl May 19, 1830, and six children resulted from this union, four now living-Alvin, Amanda, George and James. Samuel and Joel are deceased. The death of Mrs. Kenan occurred in May, 1844, and Mr. Kenan was again married the following October to Mary Freet, whose death occurred in March, 1845. In August, 1855, his marriage to Mary Havens occurred. She was the

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widow of Benjamin Havens, and by this marriage had four children, namely, Elizabeth, Frank P., Hiram and Henry, twins. deceased; the latter was accidentally killed by the cars at Pittsburgh in 1865; Hiram died at the age of seventeen. Mary Kenan, the third wife died in May, 1877, and Mr. Kenan was married May 2, 1883, to Lucy M. Pool, widow of Ira Pool. He has always devoted his attention to agriculture and has accumulated a large amount of property, at one time owning 425 acres of land. He is highly esteemed as a citizen, having served as Treasurer of Tymochtee Township seven years and as member of the School Board twelve years; he is a member of the Universalist Church. and in political sentiment a Republican

GEORGE G. KENNARD, manufacturer of and dealer in harness, saddles, trunks, etc., Upper Sandusky, was born in Marion County, Ohio, February 15, 1857, son of Gilbert and Elizabeth (Lyon) Kennard, natives of Ohio, and of English and Scotch ancestry. They first settled in Marion County, but removed to this county in 1871, rearing a family of three children-George G., Charles W. and Thomas J. George G., our subject, was educated principally in the Finley Schools, his parents, after several removals, locating at Finley, and later at Carey, this county. He closed his studies at Carey, and began the harness trade at the age of fifteen, working with his father four years. In 1876, he engaged in agricultural pursuits for the benefit of his health, and in 1878, he opened a harness shop at Carey, where he remained till September, 1882, when he removed to Upper Sandusky. He was married April 22, 1881, to Ada M. Paul, daughter of Rev. William S. and Hannah (Norton) Paul, now residents of Forest, Ohio. They have one child, Olive E., born April 25, 1882. Mrs. Kennard was born September 9, 1854. Our subject is a prominent member of the 1'. & A. M. at Carey, a Democrat in politics, and, with his wife, a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church.

JAMES KERR, retired house carpenter, was born near Belfast, County Antrim, Ireland, April 16, 1818, son of Thomas and Jane (Crawford) Kerr, natives of the same county. James Kerr remained with his parents on the homestead until his sixteenth year, attending the schools of his native county. He then acquired the trade of house carpenter, and continued this occupation until 1877. He was married, in Ireland, January 19, 1845, to Jane Ellis, a native of County Antrim, born May 9, 1823. They bad eight children, six now living. Mr. Kerr emigrated April 10, 1847, and settled in Upper Sandusky, where he has since resided. He has amassed considerable property, owning eight acres of land adjacent to his residence on Eighth street, a two-thirds interest in the Upper Sandusky Flouring Mill, and other town property. He is well respected as a citizen, himself and family being associated with the Presbyterian Church, to which he is a liberal contributor.

ROBERT E. KERR, one of the proprietors of the Upper Sandusky Flouring Mills, was born in the above city February 26,1854. son of James and Jane (Ellis) Kerr. He was educated in his native town. After completing his education, he engaged in teaching, working at the carpenter's trade during summer seasons till 1876, when his father purchased an interest in the Upper Sandusky Flouring Mills, and placed him in charge. The firm is now composed of James and Robert E., the former having bad the principal supervision of the mills since 1876. They do an extensive business, their mills having a capacity of twenty-five barrels per ten hours; the building is a three-story frame, main room 30x4O feet. They employ three

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men, and merit the large trade which their careful attention to business has secured to thorn,

COL. MOSES H. KIRBY. This prominent pioneer and lawyer was born in Halifax County, Va., May 21, 1798. He is the son of Obadiah and Ruth (Hendrick) Kirby, natives of Virginia and of English and German parentage respectively. His father died in his native State in 1809, his widow, the mother of our subject, removing to Highland County, Ohio, in 1815, where she resided three years. She subsequently removed to Marion County, where she died in 1839, aged about sixty-five years. They reared a family of four children, all reaching the age of manhood. Their names are as follows: John, Moses H., Jacob and Pleasant, the second and third being twins. Moses Kirby, the subject of this sketch, obtained a classical education in the University of North Carolina, graduating with honor in 1820, then being in his twenty-third year. To attend this college Col. Kirby rode his own horse from Hillsboro, Ohio, a distance of 450 miles, and there sold it for means to defray current expenses. At the end of the term he returned home, walking the entire distance. After completing his Collegiate course, he returned to Hillsboro, Highland Co., Ohio, and began the study of law under Richard Collins, a prominent member of the bar of that place, and was admitted to practice in 1823. His first case offered was that of a man accused of mail-robbery. From his client's statement he saw but little chance of his acquittal, and promptly so informed him. The client said he would pay him $100 if he " cleared him," The Colonel told him that for half that sum he would do his best, and when the trial was had be. fore Judge Byrd, of the United States District Court, the client was acquitted and the Colonel received $50, refusing to accept more from the delighted client. That sum was a big fee and even stupendous to the young lawyer. The same year (1823), he was appointed Prosecuting Attorney for Highland County, which office he filled with credit and ability for seven years. In 18-96, while holding this position, he was elected Representative of Highland County by a large majority of its votes. In 1828, he was reelected to the same office, serving till 1830, when his popularity and reputation raised him to the more exalted position of Secretary of State. Acting in this capacity three years, his term of office expired and he returned to the practice of law in Columbus. In the prominence of his life at this period, his good nature made him the prey of friendly endorsements, which engulfed a handsome farm and considerable money-which losses he took philosophically. Being elected to the office of Prosecuting Attorney of Franklin County in 1838, he performed the duties of this office two years, when he was appointed Receiver of the Land Office of the United States by President Tyler, with headquarters at Lima, Ohio, where he remained from October, 1842, to the summer of 1843, the office at the latter date being removed to Upper Sandusky. As an illustration of the difference between that and the present time, Col. Kirby employed a wagoner to convey the public money, a large sum in coin, to Upper Sandusky, and this was done in a large two horse wagon without guards, the Colonel not even accompanying the carrier, and when it reached its new station it was kept in an old oaken trunk, and this unlocked as well as the doors of the old Council House, the now office. After the expiration of his term of service as Land Receiver, he again resumed the practice of his profession at Upper Sandusky, and in 1845 was appointed Prosecuting Attorney of Wyandot County, serving in that capacity at intervals as follows: 1845 to 1852, 1856 to 1858, 1860 to 1862, 1868 to 1879-in all twenty-two years. As a public prosecutor he

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never had an indictment quashed. In 1858, he was elected Probate Judge of this county, serving two terms, and in 1879, the people in his senatorial district manifested their high appreciation of his character and statesman ship by choosing him State Senator. He was reelected to this office 1881, and in this, as in all other positions to which he has been elected appointed, he performed his duties with the utmost integrity, and in a manner entirely satisfactory to his constituents. He was at least ten years the senior of the oldest member of the Senate. Col. Kirby was married in June, 1832, to Miss Emma Minor, daughter of Judge Minor, of Columbus, one of the most prominent citizens of Franklin County. Seven children resulted from this union-five sons and two daughters, of whom but two survive, viz.: Isaac M. and Thomas. The deceased are George, William and Henry (twins who died in infancy); Emma, the wife of Curtis Berry, who died July 31, 1883; Anna, who died on board a steamboat on her way from New Orleans. Emma, the mother, departed this life in October. Col. Kirby is a member of the F. & A. M., and the oldest member of the fraternity in Ohio, having been associated with the order since 1820. He has been a resident of this county since 1843, and though now in his eighty. seventh year, and as the senior member of the law firm of Kirby & Close, is still well preserved, physically and mentally. He possesses a retentive memory, and is remarkably correct in all his statements in regard to facts, figures and dates. He is among the last and most worthy of the pioneers of the county, and has a record unstained in social, political and official life Col. Kirby is erect and tall in stature, with a dignified carriage, has handsome and firm features softened by innate benevolence, and presents a striking appearance, and this superb physique, coupled with a silvery eloquence, made him an effective orator often likened to the late Gov. William Allen. Possessing the sterling qualities of probity, independence and considerate regard for the feelings of others, he is essentially a gentleman of the old school. His life among the people of Upper Sandusky and Wyandot County has been one which reflects upon him the highest honor. He has lived not so much consulting his own interests, as indulging the kindness of his sympathetic nature in behalf of others, and his life is rich. ly freighted with neighborly acts, and no one ever appealed in vain to Col. Kirby for advice or assistance. In keeping with a frequently heard remark, he has been an indulgent father to all of us, ever cherishing as his highest aspiration the doing of good and the making of life brighter and better by his existence. No man is better known and respected in the county than he, nor whose memory will be more cherished and revered.

GEN. ISAAC M. KIRBY, the subject of this sketch, was born in Columbus, Ohio, February 10, 1835. He is the son of Col. Moses H. and Emma (Miner) Kirby, whose sketch appears elsewhere in this work. Gen. Kirby obtained the rudiments of an education in the old log schoolhouse in the Indian village of Upper Sandusky, and is the only living member in the county who attended the first school in those pioneer days. He closed his educational pursuits at the Hillsboro Academy when in his sixteenth year, and began the study of civil engineering, joining a corps with which he operated till the beginning of the late war, when he volunteered as a private soldier in Company I, Fifteenth Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry, going into active service in West Virginia. He was soon after made Captain of his company, and at the re-enlistment, at the -expiration of the three months' service, was made Captain of Company D, holding this command till May, 1862. He then resigned to recruit Company F, One Hundred and First Ohio

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Volunteer Infantry, and remained in command of this company till December, 1862, when he was promoted to Major, by mutual agreement, over a number of senior officers of the regiment. After the deaths of Col. Stem and Lieut. Col. Wooster, in the battle of Stone River, Maj. Kirby was immediately promoted to Colonel of the regiment, receiving his command in January 1863, and retaining the same till June, 1864, when he took command of the First Brigade, First Division, Fourth Army Corps, holding this position till June, 1865. In 1865, he received his commission as Brigadier General in January, 1865, in which capacity he acted until the close of the war. Having served from the beginning to the close of the war, he returned home in June, 1865, and engaged in the hardware trade in partnership with G. W. Hale, and continued in this business thirteen years. In 1879, Mr. Kirby assumed charge of the hardware exclusively-Mr. Hale retiring from the firm with the stock of stoves and tinware-and in 1881 admitted Adam Pontius, the business since having been conducted under the firm name of Kirby & Pontius. They are doing a flourishing business, and are recognized as leaders in their line. Gen. Kirby was married June 6, 1867, to Miss Anna White, daughter of the Rev. J. W. and Anna (Williams) White, residents of Newark, now of Delaware. They have four children-John W., born May 3, 1868; Mary E., December 10, 1873; Anna C., January 22, 1879; Thomas M., December 4, 1880. Mr. Kirby moved from Columbus to Upper Sandusky in 1843, and has been identified with its commercial interests and enterprises ever since. He is an honored member of the G. A. R. and F. & A. M., and a stanch Republican politically.

GUSTAVUS G. KRAMER, retired grocery man, was born near Springfield, Ohio, March 1, 1841. He is a son of John W. and Maria T. (Bosse) Kramer, natives of Germany, in which country they were united in marriage. They emigrated to America in 1833, and became the parents of ten children, of whom six still survive --Amelia F., Henry W., Gustavus G., Henrietta T., Maria and Christiana. The father died in September, 1880, aged seventy-eight years; the mother still survives, residing on the old homestead, two miles east of Upper Sandusky, in her seventy-sixth year. G. G. Kramer, our subject, was reared on the farm in Crane Township, and educated in the district schools. His parents located in the above township in 1852, and with them he remained till his marriage in 1863. In March, 1864, Mr. Kramer enlisted in the civil war, Company K, One Hundred and Ninety-seventh Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry. He served with his regiment through Virginia, but was taken sick near Alexandria and sent ta the hospital at that place, from which he was discharged June 7, 1865, on account of disability. He returned home, and, after five years in agricultural pursuits, removed to Upper Sandusky in 1872, and established himself in the grocery and provision trade, where he continued till 1882, turning his attention largely to the buying and shipping of produce, poultry, etc. In 1882, he disposed of his stock to Levi F. Keller, and retired from business. In the spring of 1884, be again embarked in the grocery and provision trade, doing a wholesale and retail business. Mr. Kramer was married November 12, 1863, to Maria Hoffman, daughter of Michael and Rosanna (Hipp) Hoffman, of Hamilton, Ohio. They have five children Charles W., born October 18, 1864: Elenora C., July 18, 1865; Ida P., April 14, 1868; Clara W., January 17, 1870; and Gustavus F., November 19, 1876. Mr. Kramer has served as Township Trustee, Township Treasurer and Corporation Treasurer, and in politics is a liberal Democrat.

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FREDERICK KROMER was born in Baden, Germany, February 5, 1819, son of Fredlen and Mary A. (Ohm) Kromer. who both died in Germany. Frederick emigrated to this country in 1852; stopped in Bucyrus one year, and settled in Eden Township in 1853. In 1859, he purchased his present farm of forty-three acres, which he has since improved stud on which he erected a fine brick residence in 1876. He was married at Bucyrus, April 18, 1853, to Barbara Huft, who died in 1864. They had three children, but one living-a daughter, Caroline, born November 8, 1856. Two sons died in infancy. His daughter was married, March 27, 1883, to Louis A. F. Margraf, son of William and Eugenia (Kark) Margraf, and he is now engaged in agricultural pursuits on the farm of his father-in-law. Mr. Kromer is a member of the German Lutheran Church, and votes in the interests of Democracy.

SAMUEL KUENZLI, farmer and cheese manufacturer, was born in Wyden, Switzerland, December 14, 1822. His parents were Samuel and Elizabeth (Parmserier) Kuenzli, natives of Switzerland, who emigrated to the United States in 1834, settling in Holmes County, Ohio, where the father died in 1864, and the mother in 1872. Of their twelve children, but nine are living. The subject of this notice, Samuel Kuenzli, was reared on a farm and educated in the district schools of Holmes County. He removed to this county on April 10, 1847, purchased lands at $2.80 per acre, which he has cleared and improved; he now has 160 acres, valued at $75 per acre. Mr. Kuenzli was married in Tuscarawas County, April 3, 1847, to Mary Sicrest, and nine children were born to them, eight living-Samuel E., Anna E., Sophia, Henrietta, Rosenia, John F., Christian H. and William G. Mrs. Kuenzli's death occurred August 9, 1862, and he was remarried October 30, 1862, to Angeline Hefler, by whom he has seven children, viz., Martha J., George F., Charles P., Ezra J., Laura E., Ernest and Reuben H. Besides his farming interests, Mr. Kuenzli is a stockholder in an extensive cheese factory, manufacturing 30,000 to 40,000 pounds of cheese per year. Himself and wife are members of the Evangelical Church.

HENRY KUENZLI, farmer, was born in Holmes County, Ohio, December 31, 1838. His parents were Samuel and Elizabeth (Parmseier) Kuenzli. He obtained the rudiments of an education in the district schools, attending three terms at the Greesburg Seminary, after which he engaged in teaching school at intervals for about five years. He learned the tanning trade, which he followed at intervals till 1867, at which period he removed to this county and purchased 120 acres of land, part of his present farm, to which he has since added forty acres more; he erected an elegant brick residence in 1881 at a cost of $3,000, and now values his farm at $100 per acre. He raises all ordinary cereals and the best grades of stock. He was married, in Stark County, Ohio, June 7, 1865, to Mary E. Slutts, daughter of James and Rachel (Slutter) Slutts, natives of Maryland and Pennsylvania respectively, and of Gorman parentage. Mrs. Kuenzli was born in Stark County, Ohio, October 10, 1845, and by her marriage had eight children, seven living-Rachel L., born May 27, 1866; Sarah H., September 1, 1867; William A., January 8, 1869; James A., July 6, 1873; Avery S., January 28, 1876; Minerva L., September 11, 1881; and Ora A., November 26, 1883; an infant is deceased, Mr. Kuenzli was a soldier in the ranks, acting as Orderly Sergeant of his company in camp at Mansfield, Ohio, but hired a substitute, and abandoned the army on account of

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failing health. He is a strong advocate of Republicanism, a member of the Grange, and, with his wife, of the Evangelical Church.

SAMUEL E. KUENZLI was born in Crane Township January 30, 1848. He is the son of Samuel and Mary (Sichrist) Kuenzli, and was educated in his native district school. He learned the tanner's trade, but disliking the business be abandoned it and has since engaged in farming. He was married, March 8, 1881, to Laura V. Chew, only daughter of Archibald and Elizabeth (Swann) Chew, natives of Richland County, Ohio. Her parents had two children-Laura V. and Irvin A.; the former born December 13, 1856; the latter June 11, 1861. Their father was born January 24, 1833; removed to this county in 1858, and died August 21, 1876; their mother was born June 11, 1836, and still resides in Crane Township. Mr. and Mrs. Kuenzli have two children-Edna, born December 28, 1891, and Byron, born March 14, 1884. Mr. K. is the owner of 22 acres of land; farms 110 acres of his wife's homestead and 210 acres of the "Dixon" farm. He does a large business, usually employing three hands the year round. He rears stock of the best blood, the total products of his farm being about $2,000 annually. He is energetic, enterprising, and strong in Republican faith.

GEORGE LAUDENSCHLAGER was born in Germany September 25, 1844. He is the son of John and Anna Laudenschlager, and was educated in his native country. He devoted his spare time to various kinds of work, and emigrated to America with his parents in 1859. He settled with them in Salem Township, where they remained about six years. The mother died in October, 1865, her husband still living, a resident of Wyandot County, in his seventy-third year. They were the parents of eight children, seven now living-John, Peter, George, Jacob, Henry, Katie and Lizzie. In 1862, our subject abandoned farm labor and acquired the baker's trade of N. F. Goetz, of Upper Sandusky, with whom he was engaged four years. From 1866 to 1880, he was engaged in various places, chief among which are Cincinnati, St. Louis, Indianapolis, Warsaw, Fort Wayne and Cleveland. In 1880, he settled permanently in Upper Sandusky, where he is at present conducting a grocery store and bakery, and doing a flourishing business. He is the owner of a two-story brick building which he now occupies, and which he erected in 1883, at a cost of $4,500. In politics, Mr. Laudenschlager is a Democrat. He is a member of the IOOF, and, with his family, of the German Lutheran Church. He was married, at Ada, Hardin Co., Ohio, in 1869, to Bulah Elberson, and two children have been born to them-George B., born January 15, 1871; William, born July 11, 1874; both born in Ada, Hardin Co., Ohio. Mrs. Laudenschlager was born in Starke County, Penn., January 11, 1850.

JOHN LIME, proprietor of the Hudson House, is a native of Richland County, Ohio, where he was born August 10, 1842. His parents, Jacob and Margaret (McGuire) Lime, were natives of Cumberland County, Penn., and removed to Richland County, Ohio, before their marriage. They reared a family of three children-John, James and Lillian E. Jacob Lime was one of the first five who enlisted in the war from this county. He was a member of Company -, Fifteenth Regiment of Ohio Volunteer Infantry. He served three months and re-enlisted in Company D, Eighty-first Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry, under Capt. Tyler, participating in the battles of Corinth, Pittsburg Landing and others, and being discharged on account of disability resulting from sickness. John Lime, our subject, was reared to the age of fourteen in Richland County, coming with his parents

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to Wyandot County in 1855. He attended the schools of Upper Sandusky two years; was engaged two years as clerk for Robbins & Hunt, in the dry goods business; was employed one and one half years by Jacob Juvinall; by S. G. Worth until 1861; by Straw & Bombgartner, of Carey, two years, and later with Col. S. H. Hunt, of Upper Sandusky, with whom he was engaged when Gov. Brough issued his call for the "100-day" recruits. Company D, of Carey, of which he was a member, was called into active service and assigned to the One Hundred and Forty-fourth Regiment, Ohio National Guards, participating in the battles of Monocacy and Berryville, where the rebel Gen. Mosby attempted to capture the provision and ammunition train and $110,000 of Union money. The enemy having succeeded in taking the latter, Mr. Lime was one of the ten who volunteered to recover it; he was discharged at Camp Chase and returned to Upper Sandusky in 1865; since that time he has been engaged as clerk in various establish. ments, besides doing a large amount of business on his own account. Mr. Lime was married, August 23, 1866, to Henrietta Wiseman, of Clarion County, Penn. They have two children-Ralph H., born September 12, 1867, and Maggie, born March 5, 1876. The latter is a veritable musical prodigy. At the age of three years she could perform on any instrument she could manipulate, and is the youngest child living who possesses such remarkable skill; she has received special mention in many of the leading papers. In 1877, Mr. Lime erected the Hudson House, which he is now conducting, and he is also lessee of the Upper Sandusky Opera House. Politically, he is a Republican.

JOSIAH S. LOWRY, the pioneer miller of this county, was born in Allegheny County, Penn., April 22, 1820. His parents were Robert and Elizabeth (Scott) Lowry, the former born in Allegheny County, Penn., September 4, 1794, the latter in Washington County, Penn., March 28, 1794. His death occurred in Huntington County, Ind., September 3, 1854, hers in this county October, 1858. They were the parents of eleven children, five now living-Josiah S., our subject; Mary (widow of James White), born February 8, 1819; Elizabeth, October 14, 1823; Robert, March 18, 1826; John S., September 22, 1832. Josiah Lowry acquired the miller's trade with his father, with whom he came to Richland County in 1833, where he was employed fourteen years. He came to this county in 1846, and settled in this township, leasing a farm of eighty acres, and conducting the old Indian Mill for several years. He now owns ninety nine and a half acres, which be purchased in 1874, and on which he erected a commodious brick residence in 1877, and a fine "bank" barn in 1880. He was married, May 12, 1841, to Mary J. Crossen, five children being born to them, two now living-Milton, born September 16, 1845, and Robert S., September 30, 1847. The deceased all passed away in infancy. Mrs. Lowry died September 6, 1853, and Mr. L. was married in this county, November 1, 1855, to Barbara Kalor, this marriage being followed by five children, of whom four are living-Sarah J., born November 16, 1856; John R., May 6, 1858; James A., May 31, 1860; William E., December 12, 1863. The deceased was Elizabeth, born January 25, 1862, died September 29, 1863. The mother was born in Lancaster County, Penn., September 16, 1833. Mr. Lowry is a successful farmer, and highly esteemed as a citizen. He has served on the grand and petit jury several sessions, was a member of the City Council while in Upper Sandusky, and was reared in the Presbyterian faith.

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WILLIAM J. LOUDERMILCH was born in Dauphin County, Penn., June 28, 1843, son of Joseph and Sarah (Lemon) Loudermilch, natives of the same county. Their children were William J., Mary E., George L. and John A. The parents removed to this county in 1858, and two years later to Jones County, Iowa, where they now reside. William Loudermilch worked upon his father's farm till August, 1861, when he enlisted in Company -, Forty-ninth Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry, for four years and a half, and participated in the following battles and skirmishes: Shiloh, Surret Hill, Liberty Gap, Chickamauga, Mission Ridge, Knoxville, Buzzard's Roost, Dallas, Kenesaw Mountain, Peach Tree Creek, Atlanta, Lovejoy Station, Nashville, New Market and Greenville. In the battle of Chickamauga be was wounded in the stomach by a grapeshot, which disabled him several weeks. He joined his regiment at Chattanooga, and veteranized at Knoxville, receiving his discharge at Columbus, Ohio, December, 1865. He returned home and engaged in farming, purchasing his present farm in 1877. He was married, October 24, 1867, to Hattie H. Ensminger, daughter of Rev. Lyman and Debora (French) Ensminger, natives of Ohio. Their children are Montie M., born January 4, 1869; Blanch, January 23, 1871, and Joseph L., March 19, 187-5. Mrs. L. was born in Allen County, Ohio, August 10, 1848. Mr. Loudermilch served as School Director several years, is a member of the G. A. R., and a Republican in politics. Joseph Loudermilch, father of our subject, enlisted in Company F, One Hundred and First Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry, in August, 1862, and participated in the battle of Berryville, after which he was on detached service as private guard until his discharge at Columbus in January, 1864.

GIBSON A. MAFFETT, farmer, is a native of Crane Township, born March 8, 1851, son of David and Louisianna (Arnold) Maffett, the former a native of Westmoreland County, Penn., and the latter of Ashland County, Ohio. They reared a family of six children-all living at the present time. Gibson Maffett obtained the rudiments of an education in the district schools, completing his studies in the Northwestern Normal school at Republic, Ohio, graduating from that institution in the scientific class of 1873. He engaged in teaching at the age of nineteen, and continued this work at intervals in connection with his agricultural pursuits until 1880. He was married, February 12, 1879, to Malissa Gregg, daughter of Andrew and Eliza (Lemert) Gregg, natives of Jefferson and Coshocton Counties respectively, and of Irish and French parentage. She was born in Tymochtee Township August 22, 1851, and graduated from the Normal School of Republic in the same class with her husband in 1873. She engaged in the pedagogic profession at the age of sixteen, and continued in the work about eleven years. 'Mr. and Mrs. Maffett have but one child-Monte Grace-born December 10, 1879. After his marriage, Mr. M. purchased the farm of 115 acres, where he now resides. [Is has a desirable location, and devotes his entire attention to agricultural pursuits, valuing his land at $90 per acre.

GEORGE MANN is a native of Mercer County, Penn., and was born December 18, 1832. He is a son of -John B. and Hannah (Willard) Mann (see sketch of Isaac Mann), with whom he resided till his twenty-third year. In 1856, he purchased eighty acres of land near Kirby, paying $30 cash and making the following payments by cutting cordwood at 00 cents per cord. He was engaged in farming on this farm till 1878, doing some milling in the meantime, and then purchased his present tract of 160 acres, which he now values at $90 per acre. He deals somewhat in stock, and

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keeps good grades, some short-horn. cattle, merino sheep and Poland-China hogs. Mr. Mann served during the war of the rebellion as private and Sergeant of Company F, One Hundred and First Ohio Volunteer Infantry. He participated in five battles, viz., Perryville, Liberty Gap, Stone River, Hoover's Gap and Chickamauga. He was captured at the last-named battle September 20, 1863, and was confined in the noted rebel prisons, Belle Island, Libby at Richmond, Va., Danville, Va., Andersonville, Ga., Charleston and Florence, S. C., and was finally exchanged on the 6th day of March 1865, at Goldsboro, N. C. Mr. Mann was married, October 22, 1859, to Sarah E. Albert, who was born in this county May 22, 1844. Her parents were Jacob and Mary A. (Cordrey) Albert, who were early settlers in this county. Mr. and Mrs. Mann have had ton children -John S., born March 6, 1861; Minor M., July 26, 1866; Ida M., August 22, 1868; Newton I., October 30, 1870; Mary A., March 14, 1873; Myrtie I., May 16, 1875; Willis R., June 17, 1878; Ralph G. F., September 22, 1881; Louisa E. Z. R., January 23, 1884. George is deceased; he was born January 5, 1863. Mr. Mann is a Republican, and one of the many thorough-going farmers of this township.

ISAAC MANN was born in Armstrong County, Penn., May 10, 1827, to John B. and Hannah (Williard) Mann, natives of New Jersey and Bedford County, Penn., respectively, and of English and German parentage. The parents located in this county July 6, 1834, the father's death occurring in 1857; the mother passing away in 1861. Their seven children are all living-Samuel, John, Margaret, Isaac, William, George and Williard. Isaac Mann, the subject of this sketch, left the paternal roof at the age of twenty and learned the trades of house-carpenter and cabinet-maker in Butler County, Penn. He opened a shop in Upper Sandusky in 1851, and in 1853, purchased a farm and has since engaged in agricultural pursuits. His farm being timbered land, he bought a saw mill, and by its operation was enabled to pay for both mill and land. His present home was purchased in 1872, and he is now the owner of 185 acres. His home farm is adorned by a fine brick residence built in 1874, and on this tract the old Indian Mill is located. Mr. Mann was married, December 7, 1853, to Ruanna Carr, daughter of John and Marv (Relph) Carr, early settlers of Meigs County, Ohio. They had nine children, six surviving-La Fayette, born May 13, 1855; Silas S., born March 4, 1863; Susanna, July 29, 1865; Ruanna, December 17, 1867; George G., July 5, 1870; Isaac A., January 5, 1873. The deceased are Hanna J., born March 3, 1855, died May 28, 1856; an infant, born March 3,1857, died March 25, 1857; Margaret, born November 29, 1860, died December 25, 1878. Mrs. Mann was born in Meigs County, Ohio, November 18, 1834. In politics Mr. Mann is a Republican. He served one year as Trustee of Mifflin Township, and is highly esteemed as a citizen.

JOB G. MANN, of the firm of Mann & McCormick, dealers in carriages, buggies, agricultural implements, etc., was born in Salem Township, this county, September 21, 1848. He is a son of John and Susan (Mattson) Mann, natives of Pennsylvania and Vermont, and of Scotch and English ancestry. They were married in Marion County, and reared a family of eight children. Job G., our subject, was reared on the farm and educated in the common schools. He engaged in various pursuits until 1879, at which time he removed to Upper Sandusky and entered into a partnership with N. N. Breinmyre in the sale of agricultural implements for a short period. January 1, 1880, the firm of Mann & McCormick was established,

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since which time they have done a flourishing business. Mr. Mann was married, May 8, 1873, to Jennie T. Wagoner, daughter of Samuel and Nancy Wagoner, and four children have resulted from this union, namely, Alpha E., Wheeler H., Zella and Franklin R. In politics Mr. Mann is a Republican, himself and wife both being members of the Church of God.

WILLIAM MARGRAF is a native of Saxena, Stadtilm, Germany, born May 22, 1826. He is a son of Louis and Catharine Margraf, of whose seven children, four emigrated to America- Frederick, Albert, Louisa and William. The remaining were Andrew, Christian and an infant daughter. The father embarked for America in 1851, but died on the voyage, and was buried at sea, aged seventy-five years. William Margraf emigrated to the United States in 1848, and located at Bucyrus, Ohio, where he engaged in the shoe-making trade, previously learned in Germany. He came to this county in 1854, and has since engaged in farming, having bought and sold "several tracts of land, now owning 196 acres valued at $100 per acre. Air. Margraf was married, at Bucyrus, Ohio, April 20, 1851, to Justina Karg, born April 3, 1826. Nine children were born to thorn, seven now living Ludwig, born January 28. 1852; Charles, May 23, 1853; Julia, September 4, 1854; Albert, February 24, 1858; Catherina, January 3, 1863; Frederick, January 28, 1866; Mary, August 5, 1870. The deceased were William, born March 9, 1856, died January 2, 1859; and an infant, born August 14, 1861. Mr. Margraf is one of the substantial farmers of the township being a Democrat in politics. Himself and wife are members of the German Lutheran Church.

GEORGE O. MASKEY, M. D., was born in Nevada, this county, February 7, 1856. He is the son of Benjamin and Adaline (Zook) Maskey, natives of Cumberland County, Penn., and Wayne County, Ohio, respectively, and of German and Scotch parentage. They were married in Crawford County, and located at Nevada in 1853, rearing a family of three children, viz., George 0., William F. and Jacob A. William F. is deceased, his death occurring July 25, 1882. George O. Maskey, the subject of this sketch, came to Upper Sandusky, with his parents in 1870. He was educated in the schools of Nevada and Upper Sandusky, graduating at the latter place in 1874. He entered the Ohio Wesleyan University ion 1875, and remained at that institution three years, after which he returned to Upper Sandusky, and was engaged as Principal of the Union schools of that place during the school year of 1879-80. He began the study of medicine under the instruction of Robert A. Henderson in 1879, and entered the Cleveland Medical College in 1880, graduating in March, 1882. He located immediately at Upper Sandusky, forming a partnership with Dr. R. A. Henderson in 1882, with whom he still continues in the successful practice of his profession. He is a member of the Legion of Honor, and of the Methodist Episcopal Church.

JOSEPH A. MAXWELL, dry goods merchant, was born in Cumberland County, Penn., August 5, 1829. He is a son of George and Mary (Fulton) Maxwell, natives of Pennsylvania, and of Scotch-Irish ancestry. They were the parents of eleven children, our subject being the youngest. The father died in his native county and State in 1847, aged sixty-six years; the mother died in 1853, aged sixty-six years. Joseph Maxwell, the subject. of this sketch, engaged in teaching school in his native county at the age of nineteen years, and continued in this profession until 1856, when, having removed to Upper Sandusky, he was employed as salesman six months with Dr. Orrin Ferris in the drug business. He subsequently purchased Dr.

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Ferris' interest in the establishment, and formed a partnership with J. H. Holton. Two years after, Mr. Holton was succeeded by George J. Maxwell, and two years from this date J. A. Maxwell purchased his brother's interest and became sole proprietor, continuing the business six years, He disposed of his stock of drugs in 1866, and was one of the incorporators of the Wyandot County Bank, of which he was cashier eighteen months, and also a stockholder. In September, 1869, Mr. Maxwell entered into a partnership with T. E. Beery in the dry goods trade, in connection with which they dealt extensively in grain and wool, and this business relation was sustained three and a half years, at the end of which time the partnership was dissolved by mutual consent, Mr. Maxwell continuing in the dry goods trade. He erected Centennial block, a large two-story brick building on Wyandot avenue, the main room being 40x85 feet, and the grocery room 20i85 feet in dimension. Mr. Maxwell occupies the main room with a large stock of dry goods carpets, etc., and owns a halt interest in the grocery store, which is also well stocked. In politics, Mr. Maxwell is a Republican. His wife is a member of the Presbyterian Church, to which he is known as a liberal contributor. Mr. Maxwell was married November 17, 1857, to Miss Mattie A. Edwards, daughter of Hampton H. and Maria (Bean) Edwards, of Upper Sandusky. Six children were born to them, five living -Mary M., born June 30, 1859; Anna B., October 8, 1861; Ella J., June 19, 1864; Joseph E., August 16, 1869; Lottie B., January 8, 1875. The deceased is Charles A., born May 5, 1868, died May 27, 1868. Mr. Max. well is, perhaps, the leading merchant of Upper Sandusky, carrying a stock the year round valued at $20,000. He is a man of large business experience and ability, and is thoroughly versed in all the various branches of his vocation. He is also a man of unquestionable character and gentlemanly bearing, and is entitled to a position in the front rank of citizenship not only for his superior ability as a business agent, but also for his inherent worth as an individual.

ABRAHAM McCLAIN, one of the most highly esteemed pioneers of this county, was born in Ross County, Ohio, April 14, 1810. He is a son of James and Mary (Osborn) McClain, who were both natives of Pennsylvania. His parents were married in Ross County, Ohio, to which locality they both had migrated in their early single days, and where they reared a family of four sons and two daughters, our subject being as this date, the only surviving member. His father moved from Madison County to Wyandot in April, 1846, and settled in Pitt Township, where he purchased a farm on which he died in 1855, in his eighty-fourth year; his wife, Mary, after his death removing to her son's home where she died in 1865, in a log cabin erected by John Bearskin, a full-blooded Indian. Oar subject resided with his parents till his sixth year in his native county, then removed with them to Pickaway County, and three years later to Madison County, where he grew to manhood. Living on the frontier in those early days, the advantages of schools were almost entirely denied him. He was employed on the farm with his -parents till his marriage to Mary A. Neff, November 15, 1831, soon after which he removed to what is now this county, arriving here in February, 1834. This locality was then an unbroken forest inhabited chiefly by Indians, with whom Mr. McClain was on quite familiar terms, being personally acquainted with the chiefs Sumundewat, Bearskin, Peacock, Matthew Mudeater, Dr. Greyeyes, James Rankins and Jonathan and Isaac Zorne. Amid these surroundings he began the toilsome task of building up a home, and right manfully he has fought his way through the

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years of an industrious life. We find him now the owner of 224 acres of valuable land, and comfortably housed in a substantial brick residence, enjoying the comforts of life in his old age, though somewhat broken in health by the years of toil. His farm is well stocked with the best grades of cattle, sheep and hogs, and he yet does quite an extensive farming business. By his first wife, who died August 9, 1853, Mr. McClain had Dine children, six of whom are now living-John G., born November 15, 1834; Jane E., August 23, 1838; Archibald, March 24, 1841; Mary R., May 14, 1843; David P., April 15, 1845, and Zachary T., May 6, 1847. Mrs. McClain was born November 12, 1808. Mr. McClain's second wife was Catharine A. Berlien, to whom he was married, January 29, 1856. She is a daughter of Jacob and Saloma (Zimmerman) Berlien, and was born in Westmoreland County, Penn., May 12, 1833. By this union eight children have resulted, seven still living, viz.: Sarah E., born October 30, 1857; Abraham L., May 20, 1860; Leefe B., February 18, 1862; Elmore J., November 2, 1863; Emma A., June 17, 1865; Myrtie E., March 25, 1870, and Charles A., August 16, 1875. Saloma, who 'was born December 8, 1858, died August, 1859. Mr. McClain is an enthusiastic Republican and it true patriot. Three sons were soldiers in the late wax and his father, James McClain, was a soldier in the war of 1812. He began his business life a poor boy, but has accumulated a valuable property, and with his garnered stores, his three score years and ten failed not to crown him with gray hairs and honor.

ARCHIBALD H. McCLAIN, son of Abraham and Mary A. (Neff) McClain, was born in Pitt Township, this county, March 24, 1841. He ob. tained a fair education in the schools of his neighborhood, and remained. with his parents on the farm until the opening of the late war when he enlisted in Company F, One Hundred and Twenty third Ohio Volunteer Infantry, September 24, 1862, and participated in eleven severe battles prominent among which was that of Winchester 1st, where his company suffered heavy losses, himself being taken prisoner, and detained at Belle Island about thirty days, after which. time he was paroled and returned home on f urlough. He subsequently rejoined his regiment and served till the close of the war, being captured at the battle of Richmond, and witnessing the surrender of Gen. Lee's army at Appomattox. He was discharged at Columbus, Ohio, as Hospital Orderly, having been a faithful soldier, seldom missing an engagement. He returned to his home in Crane Township, and in 1.866 was married to Minerva Waterhouse, of St. Joseph County, Ind. They have four children-Elmore, Tames, Abraham and Earnest. In 1875, Mr. McClain removed to the West, locating in Washington County, Iowa, in 1877. He owns a farm of 160 acres near Brighton, Iowa, and this he has well-improved, valuing the same at $40 per acre. He has many friends in this county.

DR. JAMES McCONNELL, whose portrait appears in this work, and one of the oldest physicians of this county, was born in Huntingdon County, Penn., March 8, 1802, and is a son of John and Sarah (Armitage) McConnell. He was educated in the district schools of pioneer times, and while quite a youth began the study of medicine under the instruction of Dr. John Henderson. He graduated at the Baltimore Medical College and immediately entered upon the practice of his profession at Lewiston, Penn., where he remained till 1845. He then disposed of his property in Lewiston, surrendered his practice in that locality and removed to Upper Sandusky, where he has since resided, and where he established an extensive and profitable practice. He was faithful to his calling till the lapse of years compelled

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him to abandon it, which, with reluctance, he did in 1868. Since that time he has been "upon the retired list," and his son, Dr. Robert N. McConnell, has assumed his practice. He has been very, successful in his profession, and has accumulated a large amount of property, lands, lots and business rooms. Dr. McConnell was married at Columbus, Ohio, in 1842, to Margaretta Nelson, daughter of Robert Nelson, and five children were born to them, two of whom are now living-Robert N. and John B. The deceased are Martha S., Jane and an infant. The Doctor was one of the most highly esteemed of the citizens of Upper Sandusky, having always led an honorable life. His character was of the sternest excellence, and his social as -well as his professional career has been marked by the utmost sincerity and candor. Both he and Mrs. McConnell were' members of the Presbyterian Church. In politics, Dr. McConnell was a stanch Republican. His death occurred April 12, 1884, at the adv4nced age of nearly eighty-two years. The following notice of his life and character appeared in the Wyandot Union of April 17: "Another venerable and esteemed citizen has passed away. He died Saturday morning, April 12, at half past 9 o'clock. About a week preceding death, be took a severe cold, which developed into congestion of the lungs. Up and until that time, aside from the usual infirmities of age, the Doctor had enjoyed remarkable health. A fine constitution, which he guarded with correct habits, extended to him its results, and he rarely suffered physical affliction, He was one of our first settlers, coming here during the land sales in 1.845. He had faith in the new town and the then surrounding country, and watched their progress with no little interest. He was one of our first physicians, and held in high esteem for his skill and usefulness in the profession, continuing practice until the year 1868, when the tendency of years required a more inactive life, and even then he reluctantly retired from practice, but with the proud satisfaction of seeing the mantle fall upon an able and efficient son. The deceased was somewhat eccentric, yet this phase in his nature was a pleasing one which endeared the Doctor to all our people. His it was to be enthusiastic and positive, but the silver lining to this peculiar quality was a willing consideration for the opinion of others, even when he was almost sure to utter a difference. He was ever genial and kind, with a heart full of sympathy, taking a deep interest in everything that affected our people. He had a strong attachment for neighbors and friends, especially for those connected with the early settlement of the town, which was made quite manifest in his everyday walk and conversation. For the past fifteen or twenty years the deceased contented himself in looking after his valuable landed interests in this city and near it, which was the result of judicious investments at an early day; and made his life and the life of others agreeable by his friendly contact. Until age had brought those infirmities which it seems humanity is Dot permitted to escape, the Doctor enjoyed unusual health, and scarcely a day passed but his manly form was seen moving upon our streets. He seemed to admire the open day, and was one of the few men who rarely found fault with the weather or surrounding circumstances. This peculiarity he no doubt contracted by a long and active practice in his profession. His many years within our midst are without a blemish, and although positive in conclusions and never loath in asserting his convictions of right, he had not an enemy; nor one who did not feel a degree of pleasure in his presence. His social qualities were a little singular, yet not the less attractive; and above all, he enjoyed a rehearsal of old times in which he would grow animated and intensely interesting. He never forgot his old

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State of Pennsylvania, and seemed to cling to the recollection of his youth with a pleasurable pride. He was one of our best citizens, pure and honest in all his actions, living with a desire of seeing others live to enjoy life; and never negligent in his responses when a friend needed his services or advice. He was an exemplary citizen-living a life worthy of imitation. .No one will be more sadly missed that Dr. McConnell, who has been one of as so long, and whose very presence seemed to identify the place. After appropriate services at his late residence, by the Rev. S. Fenner, on Monday, at 3 o'clock, his remains were interred in the family lot at Oak Hill Cemetery."

ROBERT N. McCONNELL, M. D., was born in Lewiston, Penn., April 29, 1843; son of James and Margaretta (Nelson) McConnell. He came to Upper Sandusky with his parents when but two years of age, and was educated in the public schools of that place, entering the Ohio Wesleyan University in 1859, taking a preparatory course, and subsequently entering the Jefferson College at Canonsburg, Penn., with the intention of taking a classical course. This arrangement was thwarted, however, by his enlistment in September, 1862, in Company F, One Hundred and Twenty-third Regiment, Ohio Volunteer Infantry, to serve three years as a private in the late war. He was commissioned as Hospital Attendant serving until the battle of Winchester, June 15, 1863, at which engagement the entire regiment was taken prisoners and confined at Belle Island. After four weeks Dr. McConnell was released on parole and returned home and during his sojourn attended a course of lectures at the Starling Medical College having begun the study of medicine while in the service. He was discharged from the One Hundred and Twenty-third Regiment, Ohio Volunteer Infantry, by special order from the War Department to accept a commission as Assistant Surgeon in the One Hundred and Thirty. third Ohio National Guards, in the spring of 1864, and served with the regiment until the expiration of its term of service in the fall of the same year. He entered the medical department of the Wooster University at Cleveland, and graduated in 1865, in the first class that graduated from that institution Immediately after taking his degree he was appointed Assistant Surgeon General of the State by Gov. Brough, and continued in this office till it was abolished, a year afterward. Dr. McConnell then returned home, and during the winter of 1866-67 attended the Hahnemann Medical College of Chicago, after which he opened up a drug store in Upper Sandusky in connection with his practice. In 1869, he disposed of his interest in the drug establishment to L. A. Brunner and devoted his entire attention to his profession, attending a course of lectures during the winter of 1870-71 at Belleview Medical College, Now York City. In order to lay the foundation for more complete success in the practice of his profession, Dr. McConnell proceeded to Europe in 1878, and attended the Imperial Medical University at Vienna, Austria, returning to Upper Sandusky after an absence of about one year. He was in 1874, appointed Director of the Ohio Penitentiary under Gov. Allen's administration, serving in that capacity two years with great credit to himself and to the institution. In 1882, Dr. Connell entered into a partnership with Isaac N. Bowman, which connection still exists. He has established a large practice and is among the foremost of the physicians of this section of the State. He is an honored member of the F. & A. M., having attained the thirty-second degree; also a member of the Knights of Honor and the G. A. R. In politics, Dr. McConnell is a thorough Republican.

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NELSON McFARLAND is a native of Belford County, Penn., born October 20, 1839. His parents were of Scotch-Irish descent and came from Pennsylvania to Ohio in 1843. His father was a soldier in the war of 1812, being wounded in the battle of Tippecanoe. He died in Illinois in 1863; his wife's death occurred in 1849. Of their thirteen children but five are living, namely: Andrew, John, Elizabeth, Jane and Nelson. The latter came to this State with his parents and grow up in the counties of Belmont and Guernsey in which he attended school and engaged in farm. ing and teaming. He subsequently spent five years in Illinois returning the first of the year 1860. In April, 1861, be enlisted in Fifteenth Ohio Volunteer Infantry, and at the close of three months' service re-enlisted in the One Hundred and Twenty-third Ohio Volunteer Infantry, for three years. He took part in the battles of Moorefield, Winchester, New Market, Piedmont, Lynchburg, Snickersford, Martinsburg, Strawsburg, Cedar Crook and several minor engagements. His regiment was captured at Winchester; was paroled and exchanged, and afterward re-organized at Martinsburg in February, 1864. He was subsequently twice captured, the last time three days before Lee's surrender. He received his discharge in June, 1865, and returned home; farmed rented land a few years; purchased eighty-five acres on which he resided eight years; and in June, 1881, purchased his present farm of 133 acres valued at $70 per acre. Mr. McFarland was married, October, 1865, to Mary A. Moody, who was born in this county October 1, 1835. She is a daughter of Timothy and Susan (Bower) Moody, and has always resided in this county. Mr. and Mrs. McFarland have no children; their adopted son James W., was born October 24, 1875. Mr. McFarland is a Republican and a member of the G. A. R., and is associated with the Methodist Episcopal Church.

HON. ROBERT McKELLY is a native of Lancaster County, Penn., and was born April 8, 1815; he is a son of Alexander and Mary (Torrence) McKelly, who were natives of County Antrim, Ireland, from whence they emigrated to America in 1800. They first settled in Lancaster County, Penn., residing there till 1823, then removing to Allegheny County, near Pittsburgh, where Mr. McKelly died in his eightieth year, and Mrs. McKelly in her sixty-third, the death of the latter occurring September 22, 1845. They reared a family of ten children, of whom but three are now living, namely: Martha, wife of James Orr, of Barnesville, Ohio; Robert and Elizabeth H. Robert McKelly, the subject proper of this notice, obtained a good education in the schools of Lancaster and Allegheny Counties, where he taught several forms, beginning at the age of fifteen. In 1834, he came to Ohio, and was employed in the schools of Bellville, Lexington and in Knox County; he began the study of law at Mt. Vernon under the instruction of Henry B. Curtis, in 1838, and continued under his regime one year. He then further prosecuted his studies with Col. John K. Miller, and was admitted to the bar in 1842, serving as Deputy Postal Clerk in the meantime. He began the practice of law at Bucyrus in July, 1842, removing to Upper Sandusky in June, 1845, to assume the duties of Register of the United States Land Office, to which he had been appointed by President Polk. This office having been removed to Defiance. Mr. McKelly resigned in 1848, and returned to Upper Sandusky. In 1851, he was appointed Probate Judge of this county, by Gov. Wood, the election having resulted in a tie vote. In 1854, he was chosen Director of the Ohio & Indiana Railroad (now the P., Ft. W. & Chicago, Railroad), and served in this capacity till about 1870; he was chosen President of the same line prior to

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the consolidation of the three roads, Ohio & Pennsylvania, Ohio & Indiana and Ft. Wayne & Chicago, serving seven months and holding an interest in the road, till it was leased by the Pennsylvania Company. In 1857, Mr. McKelly was elected State Senator and creditably filled the duties of that office one term, since which time he has devoted his attention almost wholly to his profession. In September, 1881, he was appointed by the Court to serve an unexpired term in the office of Prosecuting Attorney, and was elected to the same office in October, 1881; he has practiced the legal profession in this county almost forty years, and his labors have been bountifully rewarded both in a financial and professional sense; be is one of the oldest members of the Wyandot bar and is also recognized as one of its ablest representatives; he is a man of great force of character, and for keen business sagacity is perhaps unsurpassed by any of, his contemporaries. Mr. MeKelly was married at Bellville, Ohio, to Rebecca J. Ogle, daughter of Enoch and Catharine Ogle, and ton children were born to them, three of whom are all that are now living, namely: Robert A.., born May 20, 1843; Roberta A., August 13, 1847, and James M., May, 13, 1851. The mother of these children passed away June 12, 1863, and Mr. McKelly was married December 31, 1870, to Isabel, daughter of Jesse and Sarah (Miles) Snyder. He is a prominent member of the F. & A. M., the IOOF, and affiliates with the Democratic party. As a representative citizen of this county we present the portrait of Mr. McKelly in this work.

ROBERT A. McKELLY was born in Bucyrus, Ohio, May 13,1843; he is a son of Robert and Rebecca (Ogle) McKelly, who removed to Wyandot County in 1845; he was educated in the public schools of Upper Sandusky, afterward attending the Ohio Wesleyan University one year; he closed his educational pursuits at the age of seventeen, and engaged as clerk in the Auditor's office, under the administration of Peter B. Beidler, and subsequently formed a partnership with Thomas Shissler in the drug business. This firm existed one year, when Mr. McKelly purchased his partner's interest, and conducted the business independently until 1865; be then retired from business one year, but subsequently engaged as clerk in the dry goods store of S. M. Worth until appointed Deputy Auditor, under the regime of Jonathan Maffet. In 1872, he was elected Auditor, and reelected in 1874, at the expiration of his second term entering into a partnership with C. B. Hare in the hardware business, in which occupation he has since continued. the business being transacted under the firm name of Hare & MeKelly. They have established a good trade, and carry a large stock of goods, consisting of everything usually found in a first-class hardware store. Mr. McKelly was married May 10, 1866, to Mary J. Campbell, of Coshocton, Ohio, and three children have been born to them-Isabel R., born April 27, 1867; Thomas M., September 23, 1869, and Robert C., February 10, 1872. Mr. McKelly has been a member of the School Board for ten years, and was instrumental in the erection of the fine Now Union School Building of Upper Sandusky, during the year 1883; he is a distinguished member of the F. & A. M., advancing as far as the Chapter, also a member of the Royal Arcanum. In political sentiment, he is a Democrat.

ROBERT McKELVY, whose portrait we present in this work, and who is one of the county's most esteemed pioneers, was born in County Antrim, Ireland, February 2, 1819. He is a son of John and Mary McKelvy, who were both natives of the same county, where the former died in 1866; the latter in 1864. They reared a family of five children, three of whom Margaret, Robert and Mary-emigrated to America. Robert McKelvy

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crossed the Atlantic in 1843, and stopped at St. Thomas, Canada, where he learned the tanner's trade. In 1846, he came to Upper Sandusky and engaged in the tanning business with William Trimble till 1850, when the latter retired, Mr. McKelvy continuing in the business till 1870, when he established a harness shop on the corner of Main and Hick streets. where he conducted a flourishing business. Mr. McKelvy recently erected a large ice house, and this business will claim a portion of his attention in the future. He has been one of the important business factors of Upper San. dusky for nearly forty years, and is well known to the community for his habits of industry and perseverance. In his time he has had a vast business experience, and his knowledge of the world and its ways is no less extensive. Born and reared amid the brave, hardy and freedom-seeking sons of Erin, schooled among the cautious and skillful Canadians in the rules of his trade, and energized by business contact with the shrewd commercial Yankees, he is well qualified for the strong position which be occupies in the business sphere of his community. By hard labor and persevering industry Mr. McKelvy has accumulated a handsome competence of this world's goods, owning two acres where he resides, ton acres within the corporation, and other town property of value. He is a Democrat in political sentiment, and though not an office-seeker, he served two years as Township Trustee, and two years in the City Council of Upper Sandusky. He and his family are associated with the Presbyterian Church. Mr. McKelvy is one of the most thoroughly respected of the pioneers of the county, always having sustained an unblemished character, and kindly regarded by the citizens with whom he is associated. He wag married, February 14, 1850, to Eliza Ellis, Rev. James R. Bonner, of the Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church, officiating. Mrs. McKeIvy was a daughter of Robert and Sarah Ellis, and was born in County Antrim, Ireland, March 9, 1826, emigrating to America in 1847. Seven children blessed this union, six of whom are now living-William J., born March 8, 1854; Mary E., April 6, 1858; Hester J., October 9, 1860; John S., March 10, 1862; Robert E., March 14, 1864; Margaret C., April 7, 1866. Sarah A., oldest, who was born November 19, 1851, died February 25, 1881. She was married to James H. Kerr November 19, 1872, and was the mother of one child, Robert Me. Kerr, who, since his mother's death, has been adopted by his grandfather, Mr. McKeIvy.

WILLIAM J. McKELVY, dealer in and manufacturer of harnesses, saddles, collars, etc., was born in Upper Sandusky March 8, 1854. He is the son of Robert and Eliza (Ellis) McKelvy, and was reared and educated in the city of his birth. At the age of seventeen be engaged in the harness trade with his father, with whom he remained five years. He subsequently became a partner of his father, doing business under the firm name of McKelvy & Son two years. At the end of this time he purchased his father's interest, and has since conducted the business independently. He carries a stock of $2,500 to $3,000, employing three to five hands constantly. He owns the building which he occupies, the stock which it contains, and is doing a thriving business. He was married. September 30, 1880, to Miss Rosalind Engel, daughter of Christian and Mary (Hipp) Engel, residents of Upper Sandusky. Mrs. McKelvy was born March 6, 1859. Mr. McKelvy is a member of the Presbyterian Church, and Mrs. McKelvy of the German Lutheran Church. In politics Mr. McKelvy is Democratic.

CAPT. HENRY MILLER, son of Henry and Mary (Ziegler) Miller, was born in Union County, Penn., May 1, 1818. His parents were natives of Pennsylvania, and were married in that State about 1814. They removed

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to Juniata County, Penn., in 1820, and resided in that locality until 1845, when they came to Ohio and settled in this county. They were the parents of five children, three living-Samuel, Henry and Sarah. John, an infant, is deceased, also Mary, the wife of Michael Dopler, who died in 1863. The father died in this county in 1848, aged about fifty-five years. The mother survived her husband a number of years and died in her seventy-third year. Henry Miller. the subject of this sketch, was engaged upon a farm during his earlier years, subsequently serving an apprenticeship at the printer's trade, pursuing this occupation five years, and finally abandoning it on account of failing health, In 1845, he removed to Ohio and engaged in the carpenter's trade with his father till June 3, 1846, at which time he enlisted in Company F, Third Ohio Regiment, in the Mexican war, He enlisted as private, but was commissioned Brevet Second Lieutenant about six months afterward, serving until the close of his term of service one year. He was discharged in June, 1847, and returned to Upper Sandusky, where be engaged in the butchering business five years. In 1854, Mr. Miller removed with his family to Iowa and engaged one year in agricultural pursuits, but returned to Upper Sandusky at the expiration of that time and engaged in various vocations until elected Recorder of the county in 1859. During his term of office Mr. Miller enlisted in the late war, Company K, Fifty -fifth Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry, for three years, entering the service in 1861. He was commissioned First Lieutenant and, in 1862, as Captain, participating in the following battles: Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, Mission Ridge, and the battles of the entire Atlanta campaign. In 1864, he tendered his resignation and returned to his family in Upper Sandusky, engaging in the grocery and provision trade from 1865 to 1878, being then appointed Deputy Auditor, in which capacity he is now serving' He held the office of Township Clerk eight consecutive years, and as member of the City Council a number of years. He was a member of the Union School Board, and a Republican in politics. Himself and family are members of the Methodist Episcopal Church. Mr. Miller was married January 4, 1849, to Ellen Walker, daughter of Daniel and Elizabeth (Newman) Walker, residents of Upper Sandusky, and ten children have been born to them, three now living-Virginia E., Della E. and Mary E., wife to of Frank Myers, residents of Upper Sandusky. The deceased are Charles B., Henry William, McCandlish, Rhoda I., Clara E., Rose May and Harry E.

GEORGE A. MITCHELL was born in Knox County, Ohio, May 30, 1819, son of Joseph and Martha (Carr) Mitchell, the former a native of Washington County, Penn., born January 1, 1782; the latter of Bucks County, Penn., born August 22, 1795; the latter died June 21, 1835; the former August 23, 1865. They were married in Knox County, Ohio, September 10, 1811, and were the parents of six children, three-Nathaniel, George A. and James-still living. The family resided in Richland County from 1821 till the father's death. George Mitchell came to this county in 1846 and has since engaged in agricultural pursuits. He purchased hi's present farm in 1865 at $40 per acre; this he has improved and provided with good buildings, now estimating its value at $100 per acre. Mr. Mitchell was married November 28,1848, to Catharine L. Duvre, daughter of David and Amanda (Hawk) Duvre, the former a native of Philadelphia, Penn., the latter of Warren County, N. J. The death of Mrs. Mitchell occurred October 20, 1840, and Mr. M. was again married April 6, 1851, to Sarah M. Snover, daughter of Thomas and Elizabeth (Hawk) Snover, and one child has been born to them-Joseph 0., September 1, 1852. Mrs. Mitchell

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was born in Now Jersey June 19, 1828. They have a pleasant home and hold a high position in the esteem of their fellow citizens.

JOHN MITSCH, farmer, was born near the city of Worms, Germany, December 23, 1828. He is the son of Henry and Elizabeth (Reyrner) Mitsch, who emigrated to America in 1841, and settled in Crawford County. In 1859, they removed to this county, and located in Antrim Township, where the father died in 1864, aged sixty-two years-the mother, January 7, 1878, in her eightieth year. They wore the parents of six children, the living being John, Catharine and Magdalena. John Mitsch spent six years in the schools of Germany, and subsequently acquired some learning in this country. He resided with his parents on the farm in Crawford County till 1852. when he migrated to California in search of the "yellow dust," his efforts being crowned with success. He returned to the " paternal roof " in 1857, and in the following year purchased 160 acres of land at $12.50 per acre in this county, where has since resided and on which farm he erected a handsome brick residence at a cost of $3,000, in 1881. He has since added eighty acres to his original purchase and values the whole at $75 per acre. He has acquired his possessions by industry and good management, inheriting but a small sum from his father's estate; he is a scientific farmer and makes a specialty of rearing fine grades of cattle, horses and hogs. Mr. Mitsch was married, February 6, 1859, to Rose A. Kipfer, and five children have resulted from this union, four living-Albert H., born June 23, 1860; George F., May 6 1864; Emma R. and Mary R. (twins) born January 2, 1866. An infant daughter is deceased; it was born July 13, 1861, and died in Sept-ember of the same year. Mrs. Mitsch's death occurred January 19, 1866, and Mr. M. was again married, March, 1879, to Mrs. Elizabeth Ritter, nee Kipfer, sister of his first wife and a native of Switzerland, born March 24, 1824; they have no children. Mr. Mitsch, with his wife, is a member of the German Reformed Church, to which they are liberal contributors. He has served as School Director during the greater part of his residence in the township, and favors the Democratic school of politics.

JOHN F. MYERS was born in Stark County, Ohio, December 23, 1827. He is the son of Peter and Susannah (Flickinger) Myers, natives of Pennsylvania. They were the parents of two children-Jeremiah A. and John F. The father's death occurred in January, 1828; the mother survived till August, 1882. She was born November 30, 1799. John F., our subject, spent the first thirteen years of his life in Paris, Starke County, subsequently removing to Canton, where he finished his education at the age of twenty two. He engaged in the tailoring trade at Canton four years, and after several changes of place and business, opened a grocery store in Upper Sandusky in 1869. In this occupation, at the corner of Sandusky and Wyandot avenues, he is still engaged. Mr. Myers was married at Little Sandusky, April 18, 1852, to Martha J. Eggleston, daughter of David and Elizabeth (McCleary) Eggleston, natives of Now York and New Hampshire respectively. Mr. and Mrs. Eggleston settled in this county in 1841-42, and were the parents of six children, five of whom are now living-Mary, Martha J., Charles, George A., Chloe E. The deceased was Roxena who died in Marseilles Township, in 1873. Mr. and Mrs. Myers are the parents of ten children-five living, namely: Frank E., born March 27, 1853; Emma J., September 18, 1854; Della M., in 1863; George, August 16, 1868, and Edward S., December 6, 1876. Mr. Myers served as Township Clerk in Pitt Township two years; as Township Treas-

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urer several years; was elected City Councilman in 1874, and re-elected in 1883. In politics, Mr. Myers is a Democrat. He is the owner of a valuable farm southwest of the city of Upper Sandusky and a comfortable residence on Seventh street.

JOHN F. MYERS, Jr., was born in Pickaway County, Ohio, October 15. 1844. He is a son of Michael and Susan (McClain) Myers, the former a native of Hancock and the latter of Pickaway County. The parents settled in this county in 1846. Our subject was educated in the common schools and enlisted in the war in May, 1863, joining Company A, One Hundred and Forty-fourth Regiment Ohio National Guard, Capt. Regan commanding company; Col. Hunt commanding regiment. He participated in the skirmishes at Berryville and Monocacy Junction, and was honorably dis. charged at Columbus, Ohio. He resided on the farm of his wife's parents, till 1882, when he purchased his present farm of 110 acres, paying for the same $100 per acre. He has a desirable location, makes a specialty of rearing good stock, and is one of the model farmers of the county. He was married September 13, 1868, to Frances Hale, daughter of John and Elizabeth (Donor) Hale. Their children are Harry E., born July 24, 1869; James B., October 26, 1872; William F., January 17, 1875; Elizabeth E. and Mary E. (twins), born February 17, 1878; Ralph E., September 11, 1876; George F., October 29, 1879. The latter two are deceased-Ralph E. dying August 21, 1877, and George F., September 14, 1880. Mrs. Myers was born in Cumberland County, Penn., October 27, 1846 died March 16, 1882. Mr. Myers is a member of the Church of God, the G. A. R., and a Democrat in politics.

LEVI T. MYERS, of the firm of Streby, Myers & Kail, city flouring mills, was born in York County, Penn., April 11, 1840, He is the son of Solomon and Elizabeth (Toner) Myers, also natives of Pennsylvania, and who were married in Carroll County. Md. They were the parents of eight children, namely, Levi T., Mary C., Susan, John T. and Jacob T. (twins), Ann M. and Elizabeth M. Sarah 31. is deceased, her death occurring at the age of twenty-two. Levi T., our subject, was educated in the schools of Hanover, Penn., and at the. acre of ton began his work in the milling business, which he has ever since engaged in, with the exception of two years' grocery business in Bucyrus, Ohio, and eighteen months in jewelry in Pennsylvania. After operating in the milling business for a number of years in the various places, of Emmittsburg, Md., Milan, Bucyrus, Napoleon. and Wooster, Ohio, he removed to Upper Sandusky October 28, 1878, and formed a partnership with R. E. Kerr and Christian Merrick in the old Upper Sandusky Mills; this partnership existed two years. In 1880, he entered into a partnership with W. J. Streby, and a year later the present firm of Streby, Myers & Kail was formed. Mr. Myers was married at Boiling Springs, Penn., October 19, 1869, to Matilda D. Shaffer. They have one child-Dustin S., born August 6, 1870. Mrs. Myers is a native of Cumberland County, Penn., and was born in January, 1843. Mr. Myers is a member of the F. & A. M., and, with his wife. of the English Lutheran Church.

MICHAEL MYERS, son of Michael and Mary M. (Clore) Myers, natives of Pennsylvania, was born in Pickaway, Ohio, February 24, 1819. He is one of thirteen children, six living-Polly, Henry, Sarah, David, Hannah and Michael. Their parents were early settlers of Pickaway, but removed to Hancock County in 1832, where the mother died in 1835, and the father in 1853, the latter aged seventy-seven. )Michael Myers was educated in his native county, and was there married, February 2, 1843, to Susan He

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Clain, daughter of Zachariah and Susan (Spahr) McC lain, of Irish and German ancestry. They have fifteen children, eleven living-John F., born October 15, 1844; George W., October 23, 1846; William M., February 9, 1849; James M., October 5, 1851; Bertha E., July 28, 1857; Michael U., October 3, 1859; Sue E., October 11, 1861; Dessa E. and Crissa A. (twins), August 28, 1866; Peter D., August 10, 1869, and Blanch, February 12, 1874. The deceased were Harriet, born September 14, 1853, died February 20, 1857; Mary E., born September 2, 1855, died April 22, 1857; Samuel E., born October 11, 1863, died March 3, 1804; Henry E., born December 30, 1864, died in September, 1865. Mrs. Myers was born in Pickaway County, July 24, 1826. Mr. Myers removed to this county in 1846, and purchased government land in Crane Township at $2.50 per acre, obtaining his title from James K. Polk, President, His farm is now valued at $80 per acre. Mr. Myers is a Democrat, self and wife members of the United Brethren Church.

T. Y. MOODY, retired farmer, was born in Waterbury, Vt., January 2, 1809. He is a son of David and Priscilla (Cady) Moody, natives of Massachusetts. They settled in Vermont before marriage, and were the parents of eleven children, of whom but two are now living, namely, Timothy and Priscilla. the latter residing in Upper Sandusky, wife of John Justice. The parents removed from their native State to Clark County, Ohio, in 1819, and five years later to Crawford County (now Wyandot), purchasing land near Bowsherville, where they resided until their death; the father's decease took place about 1840, at the age of sixty-six years; the mother survived till 1868, and died in her ninety-sixth year. With the exception of eight years in Indiana, Mr. Moody has resided in Wyandot County since 1824. He was married near Bowsherville, August 27, 1831, to Susan Bowsher, daughter of Peter and Elizabeth (Harpster) Bowsher, and eleven children have blessed their union-Eliza, born August 7, 1832; Mary A., October 1, 1835; John, August 2, 1837; Priscilla, March 21, 1839; David, January 22,1849; Lyman C., November 21, 1842; Maria, February 23, 1845; Ellen, October 1, 1848. The deceased are Matthew, born November 18, 1833, died May -, 1867; Leeland, born August 13, 1850, died December 31, 1864, and William A., born July 13,1856, died March 19, 1871. These were followed by their mother, Susan Bowsher, July 29, 1880, her age being sixty-four years. Mr. Moody was married, December 29, 1881, to Orpah Lloid, of Upper Sandusky. They are members of the English Lutheran Church, and well respected as citizens. Mr. Moody has accumulated considerable property, and is now enjoying the fruits of his earlier labors.

HON. CHESTER R. MOTT, a leading attorney of Upper Sandusky, was born in Susquehanna County, Penn., July 15, 1813. He is the son of Orange and Ruhanna (Shattuck) Mott, natives of Connecticut, and of French and English extraction respectively. They were married in Connecticut, and were the parents of nine children, of whom eight are still living, namely, Orange, Julia, Marilla, Louis, William K., Chester R., Harriet and Amasa. The mother died in 1821, aged thirty-nine years; the father died about 1870, aged nearly ninety-nine years. Judge Mott, as he is familiarly known, obtained as good an education as the common schools of the place of his nativity afforded. He became a teacher in such schools at the age of nineteen. After teaching in his native place for two consecutive winters, he pursued a course of studies in a seminary endowed by the Hon. Gerrit Smith, of Peterboro, N. Y., and located at Florence, Oneida Co., N. Y., under the name of Florence Manual Labor Institute. From

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this institution Mr. Mott went directly to Erie County, Penn., where he studied law; was admitted to the bar of the several courts of that State, including the Supreme Court and the United States District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania. He opened an office in Erie in 1838, and continued the same until the spring of 1844, when he removed directly to Upper Sandusky, Ohio, where he has ever since resided. At the organization of the new county of Wyandot, in April, 1845, he was elected Prosecuting Attorney, and again elected at the October election in 1845, for the fall term of two years, and after two years' service he resigned his office, and M.. H. Kirby succeeded thereto by appointment. In 1849, Mr. Mott was elected County Auditor, and re-elected in 1851; his second term expired in March, A. D. 1854. In 1857, he was elected by the counties of Hardin and Wyandot their representative in the General Assembly of the State, in which body he served during its sessions of 1858 and 1859. Declining to be a candidate for a second term, he continued the practice of his profession in connection with his partner, Hon. John Berry, now deceased, until 1865, when he was again elected to the office of Prosecuting Attorney of his county, just twenty years after his first election to the same office, but, before the expiration of this latter term. he was obliged to resign the same, to assume the duties of Judge of the Court of Common Pleas of the Third Judicial District of the State, embracing twenty counties, being the largest territorial district of the State, and then embracing four subdivisions. Judge Mott was elected in the fourth subdivision, composed of the counties of Wyandot, Crawford, Seneca and Hancock, for the term of five years, expiring February 9, 1872, since which time his attention has been turned to his professional pursuits. He was several times elected to the office of Mayor of Upper Sandusky, and for several years served as Councilman and a member of the Board of Education. Mr. Mott was married May 17, 1838, to Eleanor Chase, daughter of Briton and Eleanor (Carr) Chase, natives of New Lebanon, Columbia Co., N. Y. They have two married daughters now living-Harriett E., wife of James M. Orr, and Ella C., wife of S. A. Magruder. Judge Mott has spent many years in the public service and for the public good, and his long official career has been characterized by its integrity, intelligence and firm adherence to principle under all circumstances.

JAMES N. NELSON, Coroner, Upper Sandusky, is a native of Beaver County, Penn., born September 10, 1831, son of William A. and Isabel (Patty) Nelson, natives of Lancaster Co., Penn. They had nine children, of whom but four are now living-Mary, George, Katie and James. The father died in Cleveland, Ohio, April 10, 1844, aged fifty-four years. James Nelson removed with his parents to Cleveland, and attended the schools of that city. In 1849, he removed to Pittsburgh and engaged in steam boating till 1856 or 1857, when he located in Upper Sandusky. At the beginning of the civil war he enlisted at the first call for volunteers in April, 1861, taking part in several skirmishes. September 1, 1861, he re-enlisted in Company D, Eighty-first Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry, Capt. P. A. Tyler in command of company and Col. Thomas Morton commanding the regiment. He was engaged in the battles of Shiloh, Corinth, Iuka, Mission Ridge, Lookout Mountain, Second Corinth, and joined Sherman's army at the siege of Atlanta. Being seized by sickness at the latter place, he was taken back to Paducah, transferred to Nashville and finally to Taylor Hospital, Louisville, where he was placed on a hospital boat and sent to St. Louis, where he was discharged

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September 9, 1864. He returned home with health impaired, and has since engaged in various kinds of light labor. Mr. Nelson was married, in Upper Sandusky, January 14,1858, to Amanda Chambers. They have one child - Lizzie Belle, now the wife of Frank L. Cross. Our subject is at present serving as Coroner of the county, and is a member of the G. A. R. He owns a valuable residence on Sandusky avenue, and votes the Democratic ticket.

MICHAEL O'DONNEL, restaurant and saloon proprietor, was born in Ireland November 18, 1839, and emigrated to America in 1853, settling near Newport, R. I. He engaged in farm labor in that locality about two years, removing to Clark County, Ohio, in 1855; engaged in farming and teaming till 1862. After spending some time in various enterprises, he began the restaurant and saloon business in Upper Sandusky in 1869, and in this he is still engaged. By strict attention to business has accumulated considerable property. He was married, February 15, 1869, to Catharine Haley, daughter of John and Margaret Haley, natives of Ireland, who came to America in 1847 and 1848 respectively. Nine children have resulted from this marriage, seven living--John, born February 12, 1870; Simeon, September 6, 1871; -Margaret., August 26, 1873; James C., December 27, 1876; Michael, February 21, 1879; Thomas A., March 11, 1881, and George, August 31, 1883. The deceased are Mary, born May 2, 1882, died September 2, 1882; Michael, born January 20, 1876, died July, 1876. Catharine, the mother, was born in Urbana, Ohio, November 9, 1853. Mr. O'Donnel has served four years as city Councilman and manifests a great interest in local politics, voting for Democratic principles.

PETER PEIFER, manufacturer of and dealer in boots and shoes, North Main street, Upper Sandusky, was born in Germany, July 22, 1835. He emigrated to America, in 1852, settling in Philadelphia, where he learned his trade and resided eighteen years, removing to Upper Sandusky in 1870. He was educated in the German language in Germany. On arriving in Upper Sandusky he engaged with Michael Katzenmaier, with whom be remained three years, at the expiration of which he began the boot and shoe business in his present location. He employs two assistants the year around, and carries a stock of $2,000. He was married in Philadelphia, November 1, 1862, to Mary Kessler, her parents former residents of the above city, both deceased. Mr. and Mrs. Kessler have two children-Anna T., born February 17, 1864, and Emma L., born June 10, 1865. Mrs. Peifer was born in Germany, February 6, 1839, and emigrated to America in 1846. Mr. Peifer owns a valuable property on Seventh street where he resides. Himself and family are associated with the German Reform Church, to which he is a liberal contributor. Politically Mr. Peifer is a Democrat.

HENRY PETERS, son of Samuel and Mary (Stevenson) Peters, and one of the oldest and most honored pioneers of this county, was born in York County, Penn., October 1, 1796. His father was born in Philadelphia, September 27, 1772, and died September 10, 1829. Mary, his wife, was born in Baltimore County, Md., September 28, 1773, and died February, 15, 1861. They were married in Maryland, and removed from that State to Ohio April 1, 1812, locating in Fairfield County. They were the parents of thirteen children, eleven of whom still survive, the youngest being in his sixty-seventh year. Their names are as follows: Henry, Robinson J., Wesly, Rachel, Stevenson, Andrew, Leah, Mary, Lewis, Elizabeth and Ebenezer. Henry Peters, the oldest of the family and the subject of this sketch, obtained but a limited education, attending school but three months in Man-

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chester, Md. He removed to Ohio with his parents and at the age of sixteen left the paternal roof to engage in black smithing at Zanesville, Ohio. He was here engaged eighteen months with Phillip Munch, after which time, by the assistance of his father, he purchased a set of tools and began working at his trade on his father's farm, in Fairfield County. He remained at this point two years, at the expiration of which time he had saved $107 and paid for his outfit. In 1820, he bade adieu to his parents and brothers, and, with $107 in money and all his other worldly effects in a small sack strapped to his back, he started for Upper Sandusky, arriving at his destination in April, 1820, only to find a reservation of Indians. Changing his plans he returned to Marion County, and witnessed the sale of the land now lying within the corporate limits of Marion. About the same time Mr. Peters and Judge Ozias Bowen, about 1829, purchased a quarter section of land which they divided, Mr. Peters taking the west part and subsequently laying out what is now the southern portion of Marion. He here engaged in his trade until 1829, when he and Thomas Sloan purchased forty head of horses and took them on foot to Philadelphia, selling them at a profit of $1,300. They then purchased a stock of general merchandise at a cost of $2,700, " wagoned " it over the mountains and opened a store in Marion on the exact ground now occupied by T. P. Wallace's bank. This partnership existed one year, during which time they dealt largely in horses, taking three droves to Eastern markets with financial success. In 1830, the partnership was dissolved, Mr. Peters having accumulated $3,000 up to that date. He resided in Marion twentysix years, during which time he collected $20,000, and removed to Upper Sandusky in 1846. He purchased land at the first Government sale in 1844, and at each subsequent sale until the reservation was disposed of. 800 acres were procured at a cost of $2 per acre. At present Mr. Peters is the owner of 500 acres of well improved land, valued at $100 per acre; he also owns valuable property in Marion and Allen Counties. He was married, April 12, 1829, to Phoebe Anderson, daughter of H. Anderson of North Carolina. She was born March 6, 1807. But one child resulted from this union, her name being Corrilla A., born May 10, 1830; her death occurred in May, 1850. When twenty years of age, Mr. Peters declined the office of Associate Judge on account of extreme youth, favoring Judge Idleman, who was elected. He has declined several other prominent offices, but served as Coroner three years in Marion; was a stock-holder and Director of the Pittsburgh, Fort Wayne & Chicago Railroad three years, and has contributed largely to the interests of Upper Sandusky. He has reared ton children, including his only daughter, and all have died at about the age of twenty years except four. In politics Mr. Peters is independent, voting for the principle and not for the party. He is a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church, and contributed $2,204 to the erection of the present church building in Upper Sandusky. As a worthy representative pioneer of the county, we give the portrait of Mr. Peters on another page of this volume.

HENRY W. PETERS, of the firm of King & Peters, dry goods merchants, was born in Pickaway County, Ohio, April 25 , 1840, son of Lewis S. and Margaret (Retter) Peters, both natives of Ohio, and of English and German extraction. They were married in Pickaway County, and were the parents of seven children, four now living - Mary, Henry W., Samuel R., and Wilson L. The deceased were Lucinda, Francis and Mattie. The mother departed this life in Pickaway County in 1861, aged about forty-two years. The father, Lewis Peters, still survives, residing at the "old home"

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in Pickaway, aged sixty-seven years. Henry W. Peters, the subject of this notice, was reared on the farm, and shared the advantages of the district schools till his sixteenth year, when he entered the Ohio Wesleyan University, taking a classical course and graduating in 1862. He subsequently devoted two years to teaching and farming, and in May, 1864, enlisted as private in Company E, One Hundred and Fifty-fifth Regiment Ohio National Guards. On the organization of his company he wait made its Captain. his regiment being mostly engaged in patrol duty, stationed at Martinsburg, City Point and Norfolk, Va. He was honorably discharged at Camp Denison, Ohio, September 10, 1864, and returned home. In April, 1865, he purchased 180 acres of laud in this county, and in October of the same year moved upon the same, engaging in agricultural pursuits from that time till 1883, when he purchased J. W. Foucht's interest in the dry goods store of Foucht &King, and began the mercantile business under the firm name of King & Peters. The marriage of Mr. Peters to Mary M. White, daughter of the Rev. John W. and Ann C. (Williams) White, occurred March 22, 1866. They have four children, as follows: Fred W., born March 8, 1867; Earl H, August 8, 1869; Orrin R., February 4,1871; and Avery W., May 16, 1877. Mrs. Peters was born February, 4, 1835, a native of Marietta, Ohio. Mr. Peters is a member of the Knights of Honor, the G. A. R. and the Methodist Episcopal Church-of the latter organization since his twelfth year.

DAVID S. PETERSON, Supervisor of Subdivision 4, P., Ft. W. & C. Railroad, was born in Carroll County, Ohio, October 4, 1826; son of William and Jane (White) Peterson, natives of Jefferson County, Ohio, and Westmoreland County, Penn., respectively. They ware married in Jefferson County, and were the parents of thirteen children, twelve attaining their majority. After several changes in their place of residence, the family located in Adams County, Ind., where the mother died in 1875, aged seventy five years; her husband, William, survived till 1879, and died at Ada, Hardin Co., Ohio, aged eighty-two years. David Peterson, our subject, was reared on a farm in Carrol County, where he obtained a common school education. In 1843, he removed to Indiana with his parents, and engaged in farming and carpenter's work till 1852, at which time he became an employe of the Ohio & Indiana Railroad Company, with which he has since been connected, with the exception of one and one-half years on the Wabash Railroad. In 1867, he received his appointment on the P., Ft. W. & C. Railway, and this position he still holds. Mr. Peterson was married August 20,1850, to Harriet McDowell, of Carroll County, Ohio. They had four children-Hugh, Sarah J., Laura A. and William L. The death of Mrs. Peter. son, the mother, occurred, and Mr. Peterson wag again married at Fort Wayne, Ind., to Amanda E. Zook, of Wayne County, Ohio. Jay E., their only living son, was born in December, 1874; three children under three years of age are deceased.

DELILAH PIERSON, widow of the late Christopher Pierson, was born in Frederick County, Md., October 18, 1807. She was the second child of Joseph and Magdalene (Smith) Groff, who were natives of Maryland, and who reared a family of eight children, five of whom still survive -Zebulum, Delilah, Hezekiah, Joseph and Mary, the latter now the wife of James Roberts. The mother, Magdalene, departed this life about 1831, but the father, Joseph, survived till June 10, 1873, his demise occurring at the house of his daughter, Mrs. Pierson, on Sandusky avenue, Upper Sandusky. Mrs. Pierson removed with her parents from Maryland to Seneca County, Ohio, be

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fore her marriage. She began her united life with Christopher Pierson September 23, 1833, their marriage occurring near Tiffin, Ohio. Their children were Naomi, born October 6, 1834; Tottie, March 6, 1840; Matilda L., May 15, 1843; Joseph, May 20, 1849; and Cora L., November 1, 1854, all now (1884) living. Mary A. was born February 1, 1837, and died October 30, 1856; Emeline was born August 24, 1838, and died September 12, 1841; Charles D., born December 25, 1845, and died May 2, 1878. Their father, Christopher Y., was a son of Joseph and Charity (Youngs) Pierson, who were natives of Sussex County, N. J., where he was born in 1809. He was reared to manhood in his native county, and on arriving at that state in life he came West and settled at Tiffin. In 1842, be removed with his family to Upper Sandusky, where he engaged in hotel keeping, a business to which he was most admirably adapted. In 1847, he erected the brick building known as the Pierson House, and through all his life was a citizen of great value to his community--always energetic, active and enterprising. He amassed a considerable fortune, and was perhaps the most widely known of any citizen of Upper Sandusky. He was identified with most of the business and public interests of his resident town up to the date of his decease, and those who shared his acquaintance or hospitality, either as landlord or private citizen, bear ample testimony as to his genial and generous nature. He died at his home in Upper Sandusky, December 31, 1876, aged sixty seven years. Mrs. Pierson is still living, and enjoying fair health for one of her years.

JAMES M. POOL, farmer, was born in Richland County, Ohio, January 11, 1823. His parents are William and Elizabeth (Harris) Pool, natives of Pennsylvania and Now Jersey respectively, and of English parentage. They were married in Washington County, Penn., and had eleven children; the four living are Mary, Annie, James M. and William H. They removed to Knox County, Ohio, in 1809, and to Richland in 1811, where he entered 160 acres of land, on which he resided till his death, November 30, 1846. He was born October 30, 1787; his wife was born March 19, 1787 and died in Mansfield, Ohio, June 16, 1863. James M. Pool grew up in his native county and engaged in carpentering and farming, removing to this county in 1850 and settling on his present farm, paying $7.50 per acre. He now owns 140 acres, provided with excellent buildings and valued at $90 per acre. Being a member of Company A, One Hundred and Forty-fourth Ohio National Guards, his company was called into service in May, 1864; he participated in the skirmish at Berryville, Va., where he was captured, but made his escape into the Union lines on a Confederate mule; he was also in several skirmishes prior to this, and was discharged September 2, 1864. Mr. Pool was married in Richland County, Ohio, November 4,1847, to Mary E. Hartupee, daughter of William and Rachel (Logan) Hartupee, natives of New Jersey and Pennsylvania respectively; the latter born in Washington County, Penn., April 29, 1799. She was married to William Hartupee November 11, 1819, and moved with him to Ohio in April, 1822, settling in Richland County. They had twelve children. Their son, Rev. G. H. Hartupee, D.D., is an active and efficient member of the Northern Ohio Conference. Mrs. Hartupee died January 19, 1879. Her husband is still a resident of Richland County, in his eighty-eighth year. Mr. and Mrs. Pool have had eleven children, nine surviving: William F., born July 23,1848; Emma E., October 7, 1850; Weller B., September 7, 1854; Albert H., November 6, 1856; Ora B., February 22, 1859; Elmer E., March 18, 1861; James C., August 6, 1863, Frank L., November 5, 1865; Harley

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A., December 24, 1868, The deceased were Candace A., born March 7, 1855, died October 8, 1855, and an infant. Mrs. Pool was born in Richland County November 17, 1827.

WILLIAM F. POOL, son of James M. and Marv E. Pool, was born in Richland County, Ohio, July 23, 1848. He came to this county in 1851, and settled in Crane Township with his parents, where they still reside. Mr. Pool obtained a good education in the public schools, closing his literary pursuits at the age of twenty-five. He began teaching at the age of nineteen and continued at intervals in that profession for eight years. In 1872, he began the study of law under the instruction of Henry Maddux, of Upper Sandusky, and was admitted to the bar to practice in Common Pleas Courts in 1874. He was engaged one year in the High School of Upper Sandusky, and began the practice of the legal profession in 1875, which occupation he has since continued to pursue. He first formed a partner. ship with George G. Bowman, which existed eighteen months, and subsequently practiced one year with Adam Kai], this partnership being dissolved by the death of Mr. Kail in December, 1881. Since the above date he has continued his profession independently, and has established a fair practice, Mr. Pool was married March 16, 1874, to Anna Eaton, daughter of James and Oresta Eaton, and three children have been born to them: Harley E., born February 14, 1876; James C., October 11, 1877; and Howard L., July 10, 1880. Mr. Pool is an energetic business man, and in politics, a stanch Republican.

JOHN RAGON, one of the oldest pioneers of this locality, was born in Ross County, Ohio, May 7, 1807. He is a son of Eli and Rebecca (Stewart) Ragon, the former a native of Maryland, and the latter of Virginia, of Irish and English parentage. Of their nine children but three survive John. Baley and Eli. The father was born July 30, 1778, and died in Warren County, Ill., April 9, 1856; the mother was born April 9, 1784, and died July 30, 1856. John Ragon came to this county with his parents in 1827, and settled among the Indians of Tymochtee Township, where he worked by the month for a number of years. In 1842, he removed to Crane Township, where he was elected Justice of the Peace, serving eighteen years. In 1859, he was elected Land Appraiser, and in 18-, lacked but seventeen votes of election as County Treasurer. Mr. Ragon owns 100 acres of well-improved land valued at $75 an acre, and has been a success. ful farmer. Our subject was married January 22, 1829, to Elizabeth Duddleson, a native of Fairfield County, Ohio, born October 20, 1807, and daughter of Ralph and Catharine (Bush) Duddleson, the former a native of Maryland, born July 24, 1768, and died October 6, 1848; the latter was born in Virginia, August 15, 1775, and died May 29, 1833; both deaths occurring in this county. Of twelve children born to Mr. and Mrs. Ragon nine survive-William M., born March 8, 1830; Eli P., December 3, 1831; Irene, April 18, 1834; Henry H., March 8, 1837; Mary J., September 17, 1838; Eliza A., February 22, 1840; Lydia M., April 14, 1841; George W., March 28, 1843; and Harvey B., February 24, 1845. The deceased are Julia, born June 16, 1833, died June 30, 1833; Rebecca, born September 17, 1835, died October, 1836; Albert, born November 2, 1847, died October 1, 1848. His four sons, Eli, Henry H., George W. and Harvey, all served in the late war: Eli B. was First Lieutenant of Company A, One Hundred and Forty-fourth Ohio Volunteer Infantry, Henry H. was Lieutenant of Company H, Fifty-fifth Ohio Volunteer Infantry, and served two years. He then returned home, and in 1864, raised a company for the One Hun-

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dred and Forty-fourth Regiment, and was subsequently made Captain of Company A, of said regiment. Harvey B. was taken prisoner three days before Lee's surrender, and was afterward compelled by hunger to cat raw corn that had previously done service as food for the mules. Mr. Ragon's father was also a soldier, and served in the war of 1812.

JOHN F. RIESER was born in Baden, Germany, December 31, 1837. He emigrated to the United States in 1846, locating in this county, where his parents purchased lands on which they resided till his father's death, which occurred in 1875. His parents, John G. and Reginia Rieser, bad five children: John G., Mary A., Sophia, Caroline and John F. The latter enlisted in Company K, Fifty-fifth Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry, October 17, 1861, and participated in the battles of Cross Keys, Cedar Mountain, Shenandoah Valley, Bull Run, second, Chancellorsville, Gettysburg and several skirmishes. He was color bearer of his regiment during the Gettysburg campaign. He was transported to the Western army, subsequently taking part in the engagements at Lookout Mountain, Mission Ridge; veteranized in January, 1864, taking part in all the battles of the Atlanta campaign and with Sherman to the sea, witnessed the Grand Review at Washington, and was discharged at Louisville, Ky., July 20, 1865, having served nearly four years, Mr. Rieser enlisted as private, but was soon after promoted to Fourth Sergeant, then to First Sergeant, latter to Commissary Sergeant, and finally commissioned First Lieutenant, April 20, 1865. At the close of the war Mr. Rieser returned home and has since devoted his attention to agricultural pursuits and stock-raising on the old homestead. He was married, March 18, 1859, to Nancy Ewing, daughter of Samuel and Christina (Mason) Ewing, and ton children were born to them--four living: George W., born November 9, 1860; Minnie, April 13, 1866; Anna, February, 1868; and Harry S., December 11, 1870. Mr. Rieser is a Republican. He has been a member of the F. & A. M. twenty-one years, and is the present Worshipful Master of the lodge (Warpole No. 176), and has attained the Knight Templar degree. At Marion, Ohio, was the first Post Commander of Robins, Post No. 91, and is a member of the Presbyterian Church. Mr. Rieser was appointed Postmaster at Upper Sandusky' February 26, 1884, and assumed the duties of his office on the 1st of the following April.

JAMES G. ROBERTS is a descendant of a Quaker gentleman of that name, who came to America with William Penn, in 1682, and settled with Penn's Colony in the vicinity of Philadelphia, Penn. He purchased a large tract of land near Philadelphia, which, in 1876 formed part of the Centennial Grounds. He was an ardent Quaker, as all his descendants have been excepting two families. The Roberts were prominent in England and were wealthy, but it being at a very remote date the American descendants have never derived any benefit from that wealth. James P. Roberts, the father of the subject of this sketch, and a direct descendant of Penn's colonist, above mentioned, was born in Philadelphia, in 1781. He was a tailor by trade, and when twenty-five years of age he went to Sussex County, N. J., where he married Miss Hannah Bell, a member of a Scotch-Irish family, and in 1806, removed to New York City. To them were born twelve children, all in Now Jersey, except the eldest. who was born in the city of Now York. James P. Roberts with his wife and eight younger children removed from Sussex County, N. J., in 1835, and settled in Richland County, Ohio. In 1838, he removed to Knox County, where he remained until his death, which occurred in 1861 or 1862, at the

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age of eighty-two years. His wife died also in Knox County, Ohio. James G. Roberts was born near Newton, Sussex Co., N. J., December 3, 1825.Until fifteen years old he had attended the common schools and the Academy at Fredericktown, Ohio. He then became a clerk in the store of Messrs. Struble & Roberts, of Fredericktown, and continued in their employ for five years, thus acquiring a thorough knowledge of the mercantile business. In 1845, he began portrait painting, under the instruction of Prof. "Van Sickle, and continued to be so employed until 1846, when on the 5th day of June, of that year he came to Upper Sandusky. He abandoned the occupation of painting in March, 1848, and assumed the duties of Deputy Auditor, of Wyandot County, under Samuel M. Worth. He remained in the Auditor's office two years. He then engaged in the drug business with Joshua Cross, under the name of Cross & Roberts. At the close of one year, Mr. Roberts sold his interest to Dr. H. P. Roberts, and embarked in the dry goods trade with George P. Nelson, under the firm name of Roberts & Nelson. One year later he purchased Nelson's interest, and did business alone two years, at the end of which time he admitted Joseph H. Groff as a partner. The firm of Roberts & Groff continued as one of the leading dry goods firms in the town until 1859, when Mr. Roberts, having sold his interest in the store to F. W. Martin, retired from the mercantile business. The business of Roberts & Groff was conducted from 1854, by Mr. Groff alone, Mr. Roberts, meanwhile devoting his attention to the banking interests of Harper, Ayres, Roberts & Co., of which he was a partner. In 1858, he, with Joseph H. Groff, erected the Upper San. dusky Steam Flouring Mills, now owned by James Kerr & Son. Mr. Roberts remained in the bank until the fall of 1859, when he took charge of the mills, and conducted them till March, 1863. Soon after he accepted a position in the then newly-organized First National Bank, and subsequently was elected Cashier, a position he still occupies (see history of Upper San. dusky for sketch of that bank). He disposed of his interest in the flouring mills, in 1866. He was also prominent in the organization of the Wyandot County Agricultural Society, and the Upper Sandusky Gas Light Company. Never an aspirant for office, yet he has served two years as Mayor, and four or five years as Village Councilman. He was a Democrat until 1862, when he became a Republican. During the late war he rendered effective service as President of the County Military Committee. The town has almost entirely been built up since his advent here, and every public enterprise and improvement has secured his cordial support. He came here without capital, and by his excellent and honorable business management has acquired a handsome competency. In 1867, lie erected an elegant two story and basement brick dwelling, at the corner of Sandusky Avenue and South street, at a cost of $16,000. He also owns much other valuable real estate in this town and county. He was married November 16, 1848, to Mary A., daughter of Joseph Groff, a pioneer of Seneca County, Ohio, and formerly of Frederick County, Md. Mrs. Roberts was born near Emmittsburgh, Frederick Co., Md. Their only child, Mary A., was born June 16, 1850, and died July 10, of :the same year. However, Mr. Roberts has raised and educated six foster children, all of whom are married.

GOTTLEIB H. ROPPOLD, upholsterer and manufacturer, was born in Wittenburg, Germany, November 10, 1838, son of Gottlieb and Louisa (Shulle) Roppold. natives of Germany, in which country they were mar. ried. They emigrated to America in 1839, settling in Lancaster, Penn., and after several removals, located in this county in 1848. They were the

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parents of eight children, three only now living, namely; Leonard, Rosenna and Gottlieb. The latter, the subject of this sketch, was educated in the public schools of Upper Sandusky, and at the age of sixteen was apprenticed to the baker's trade, engaging in this occupation until 1860, and subsequently being employed as cook on the Pittsburgh, Fort Wayne & Chicago Railway one year. He was engaged in the bakery and grocery business from 1862 to 1865; in the hardware business four years, with J. A. Godfrey & Co.; returning September 19, 1868, engaged as salesman in the hardware business three years for Hale & Kirby; in 1871, he opened up an establishment in the queensware trade, continuing one year; engaged in the manufacture of carriages and buggies six months during the year 1873. In 1874, Mr. Roppold again engaged in the grocery trade, continuing four years. He began the upholstering business in 1877, in connection with his grocery, but dis posed of the latter in 1878, since which time he has devoted his entire attention to the upholstering business. He has acquired considerable property, owning his present business room and lot, valued at $3,400, and his residence, valued at $3,000. He does an extensive business, employing five workman during the entire year. Mr. Gottlieb Roppold was married in Upper Sandusky, to Miss Catharine Veith, April 1, 1862, and seven children have been born to them-five living, viz.: Ella M., born October 8, 1862; William G., March 24, 1866; John, January 22, 1868; Clara O., August 19, 1869; Julia, July 7, 1871. The deceased were an infant and Minnie C., born October 26, 1864, died August 13, 1882. The death of Mrs. Roppold occurred February 1, 1873. In 1875, May 22, Mr. Roppold was married to Miss Bertha Miller, her parents residents of Peru, Ind. Four children are the result of this marriage, but one living, Joseph 0., born September 7, 1878. The deceased were Anna I., born July 17, 1876, died September 21, 1880; Ralph A., born March 29, 1877, died August 10, 1877; Jennie A., born May 22, 1881, died October 22, 1882. Mr. and Mrs. Roppold are both members of the German Lutheran Church.

WILLIAM R. SALTSMAN was born in Upper Sandusky, August 20, 1847; son of George W. and Harriet (Robbins) Saltsman, natives of Pennsylvania and Massachusetts respectively; they were married in Seneca County, Ohio, and were the parents of three children, our subject being the only one surviving. The deceased are Mary and an infant; the former died when about four years of age. George W., the father, removed to Upper Sandusky prior to 1845, and was extensively engaged at intervals in packing pork for fifteen years. He was identified with most of the enterprises of the city in an early day, and acquired considerable property as a result of his labors. He was an honored member of the F. & A. M. and IOOF, in which societies he took an active interest. Harriet, his wife, departed this life in 1852, he joined her in " the realm of shade " October 15, 1876, aged sixty years. William R. Saltsman, our subject, was educated in the public schools of his native town, supplementing this knowledge by one year's study at Hayesville College and a commercial course in Cleveland, in 1865. He subsequently engaged in the packing business with his father for a number of years, and has acquired valuable town property through his efforts. He was married March 1, 1870, to Miss Letitia Frederick, daughter of Joseph and Barbara Frederick, and three children: Nellie, George W. and Hattie have been born to them.

HON. JOHN D. SEARS, of Upper Sandusky, Ohio, is a direct descendant of one of the Pilgrim fathers-men whose deeds, and whose desperate struggle for existence, in midwinter on the bleak shores of Massachusetts,

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have since been emblazoned in history, and made the theme of many an entertaining song and story. Thus, as early as the year 1632, Richard Sears, a native of old England, and the progenitor of a large majority of the Searses of America, was a tax-paying inhabitant of Plymouth, Mass. Subsequently, he became a resident of Yarmouth, on Cape Cod, where he passed the remainder of his days, and where many of his descendants are yet living. At an early day, however, a branch of the family settled in Connecticut, where Benjamin Sears, the grandfather of John D. Sears, was born. The former married in the State of his birth, and soon after removed to Greene County, N. Y. He was the father of seven children, of whom Elkanab was the eldest child and son. While the latter was quite young, Benjamin, the father, made another change of residence, and settled in Delaware County, N. Y., where Elkanah Sears grew to manhood and married Miss Desiar Phelps, a native of Connecticut To them were born in Delaware County, N. Y., four children-John D., the subject of this article; Benjamin, a present resident of Bucyrus, Ohio; Arminda, now Mrs. Nicholson of East Rockport, Ohio, and Cyrus, who is also a resident of Ohio-Wyandot County. Accompanied by his wife and the children just named, Elkanah Sears removed, in 1836, from Meredith, Delaware County, N. Y., to Ohio, and early in the next year settled on a farm near Bucyrus, where in peace and comfort he passed many years. His wife died in 1872. Since that time he has resided with his daughter, Mrs. Nicholson, at East Rockport, Ohio, and is now nearly ninety years of age. John D. Sears, the subject of this notice, was born in Delaware County, N. Y., February 2, 1821, and thus was in his sixteenth year when he became a resident of Crawford County, Ohio. In 1838, he entered the Ohio University at Athens, as a student, and diligently pursued his studies in that institution, for a period of three years. Afterward he taught school for one year in the town of McConnellsville, Ohio. He then returned to Bucyrus, and taught for several months, and at the same time began the study of law, under the instructions of Hon. Josiah Scott, later a Judge of the Supreme Court of the State of Ohio. In 1844, he was admitted to the bar, and began to practice law with his preceptor, under the firm name of Scott & Sears. Soon after the erection of Wyandot County, but before its organization, Mr. Sears deemed it advisable to establish an office for the practice of his profession in the chief town of the new county. Hence, on March 3, 1845, he became a resident of Upper Sandusky a town which has Since been his continuous place of abode. Daring all these years he has ever taken an active part in promoting the prosperity of the town, as well as that of the whole county of Wyandot. He has not been an office. seeker, but has given his principal attention to the practice of his profession, in which he has been eminently successful. He is still an active and very prominent member of the bar, and is regarded as one of the most sound and able lawyers in Northwestern Ohio. Notwithstanding his aversion to office holding, be served some twelve or fifteen years as school examiner for Wyandot County, and two terms as Mayor of the town, which has entirely grown up under his personal observation. In 1873, he was elected a member of the third State Constitutional Convention, which assembled at Columbus, Ohio, during the summer of that year. He served on many important committees, and was recognized as an able and accomplished member of that gifted body. Possessing fine literary tastes, and a true appreciation of the value of rare books, etc., he has also found time, during an active professional career, to gather an extensive library of choice and

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costly volumes, complete files of county newspapers, and a large and varied assortment of archaeological specimens, in the possession of which, as would most men, he evinces a pardonable pride. Quiet and unassuming in his manners, yet ever frank and genial, be has won and retains the esteem and respect of all who know him. In his domestic relations he is most happy. He was married in 1847, to Miss Frances E. Manley, of Upper Sandusky. Their only child, Clara, is the wife of Pliny Watson, a wholesale grocer of Toledo, Ohio. Mr. Sears was a Whig, until that party ceased to exist Since he has been a consistent, but liberal and independent member of the Republican party. His elegant residence, southwest corner of Eighth and Johnston streets, was built in 1852. It is surrounded by spacious, shaded, well-kept grounds, and, taken as a whole, affords a fair index of the gentlemanly instincts and tastes of its owner.

JOHN SEIDER, of the firm of Seider & Ludwig, carriage manufacturers, was born in Wittenburg, Germany,, March 31, 1833. He is the son of Jacob and Catharine Seider, the former being accidentally killed in his native country in 1837. John Seider emigrated to America with his mother and six children in 1852, and located in Upper Sandusky. He acquired a knowledge of carriage-making in Germany, and on settling in Upper Sandusky, engaged with William Barringer at $6 per month, remaining in his employ four years. At the expiration of this time he began business for himself on a capital of $150, manufacturing wagons and ox carts. He continued this business nine years, forming a partnership with D. Hale in 1865. and conducted the business six years under the firm name of Seider & Hale. He then purchased Mr. Hale's interest, and subsequently admitted Frank Beidler; in 1880, Mr. Beidler retired and the partnership of Seider & Ludwig was established, which continued till the spring of 1884, when Mr. Seidler became the sole owner and proprietor. He employs from fifteen to twenty workmen, and does an extensive business, manufacturing wagons, carriages and buggies. Mr. Seider estimates his property at about $20,000. He was married November 22, 1857, to Rosina Agerter, four children resulting from this union, viz.: Clara V., Minnie B. and Elizabeth. The deceased was an infant, Harry, who died in 1861. The death of Mrs. Seider occurred December 23, 1863, and Mr. Seider was again married January 5, 1865, to Amelia Meyer, widow of Jacob Meyer, by whom she had one child, Louisa A., born in Switzerland, November 24, 1858. She emigrated to America with her mother in 1861, then three years of age. By thins second marriage Mr. Seidler has had five children-four living-John J., Edwin, Anna and Alice. Mr. Seidler has served in nearly all the city offices, and has been a prominent member of the F. & A. M. since 1872. He is a Democrat, and member of the German Lutheran Church, and is recognized as one of the most successful business men of the city. He is a man of excellent character, of generous impulses, and though always carefully guarding his own interests, has never lost an opportunity to lend his aid in enhancing the interests of the public generally.

REV. JOHN W. SENSENY, V. D. M., was born in Carroll County, Md., May 12, 1818. He is a son of Christian and Ann (Appler) Senseny, his mother being one of the legal heirs to the Hyde Park estate, valued at $14,000,000. The father is a native of Germany, the mother of Frederick County, Md. Their four children are Alexander H., John W., Angeline (wife of David Heltibridle), and Col. William T., now of Parkersburg, West Va. The father died March 1, 1833; the mother March 5, 1853. John W., our subject, was educated in the common schools of Maryland, and while a

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youth learned the carpenter's trade, which he engaged in till his removal to this county, in 1844. He engaged for a time in manufacturing wagons, buggies and farming implements, and then opened up the second dry goods store in Upper Sandusky, on Sandusky avenue, following this occupation ten years. He settled on his present farm in 1860; he owns thirty acres of good land, and is at present engaged in hatching chickens by incubation-patent process. At the organization of this county Mr. Senseny was elected the first Justice of Crane Township, and from all decisions rendered by him, but two appeals were made to higher courts, and in these his decisions were not reversed. He has solemnized many marriages and been an active worker in the cause of morality. In 1852 he labored as a local minister in Marion and Wyandot Counties, and subsequently engaged in ministerial work in various places, building a number of Bethels and organizing a number of societies of the Church of God. Mr. Senseny is a mem. ber of the F. & A. M., and was one of the leading workers in the order of Sons of Temperance. He was married at Fort Seneca, Ohio, October 17, 1841, to Ann R. Bell, daughter of Vincent and Rachel Bell, a native of Berke County, Penn., born October 14, 1818. She died July 26, 1864. Mr. Sensney was again married, February 28, 1869, to Lovina Coltrin, widow of John Coltrin, a native of Lincoln County, Me., born September 13, 1811, and now is laboring in the holy evangelistic work for the salvation of men and the sanctification of believers.

JOHN SHEALEY, of the firm of Stoll & Co., manufacturers of sash, doors, blinds, etc., was born in Liberty Township, Crawford County, Ohio, December 27, 1833; son of Philip A. and Elizabeth (Bry) Shealy, natives of Germany, who emigrated to America about 1830, and settled in Crawford County, where they both died, the mother in 1833, aged about twenty-eight years, the father in 1874, aged eighty-six. They were the parents of four children, three now living-Mary, Christopher and John. The latter remained at home, engaged in agricultural pursuits, until twenty years of age, at which time he began the carpenters' trade in Bucyrus with Stoll Brothers, with whom he has since operated either as employee or partner. In 1868, he established himself in Upper Sandusky, the present firm of Stoll& Co., comprised of J. Shealey and J. J. Stoll, being formed in 1881. Mr. Shealey was married at Sulphur Springs, Crawford County, April 4, 1861, to Lena Riley, her father a native of Germany and her mother of Pennsylvania. Eight children have been born to them, namely : Frank, born March 1, 1862; Charles F., February 19, 1864; William, September 23, 1866; John Edward, June 18, 1869; Emma E., February 13, 1872; Christian 0., September 22, 1874; George A., October 20, 1877, and Mary E., February 4, 1880. William died November 16, 1868; Emma E. passed away March 29, 1876; and the death of George A. occurred March 8, 1882. Mr. Shealey is an independent voter, and with his family is associated with the German Lutheran Church.

HENRY SHULTZ was born in Perry County, Penn., April 4, 1840. His parents were Henry and Mary (Mock) Shultz, of German parentage. They had six children, four now living-Levi, George, Henry and Catharine. The parents died in Perry County, Penn. Henry Shultz resided with his parents till twenty-three years of age, and then engaged in bridge building and general carpenter work till 1868. He then began in agriculture, which occupation he has since followed. He purchased his present farm in September, 1879, and has made much improvement on the same, now valuing it at $75 per acre. He was married November 29, 1868, to Joanna Crane,

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daughter of James and Electa (Southwick) Crane, natives of Northumberland, England, of English and German ancestry. Mr. and Mrs. Crane were the parents of five children-Joanna, Medora, John and Mary. The deceased was Arnold, born January 22, 1858, died January 12, 1881. Mrs. Shultz was born October 31, 1847, in the old tavern stand on " Battle Island," on the Killburn road. She was the first white child born in Crane Township. Mr. and Mrs. Shultz are both members of the Church of God.

ALLEN SMALLEY was born in Ashland County, Ohio, December 26, 1841. He is a son of Isaac and Elizabeth (Smith) Smalley, also natives of this State. His father was the parent of twenty children, seventeen by his first marriage. Of this family those still living are Allen; Katie, now Mrs. Emmerson; Nancy A., widow of William R. Bliss; Matthias A.; Lily, wife of Robert Rosendale; Mary, Tracy and Benjamin F. By a second marriage, Jacob W. and William were born. Elizabeth, the mother of our subject, died in September, 1870; his father still survives and resides on his farm in Crawford Township. Allen Smalley obtained a good education in the district schools, finishing his studies in the Ohio Wesleyan University. March 3, 1862, he enlisted in Company D, Forty-ninth Ohio Volunteer Infantry, and participated in some of the most spirited skirmishes of the times, but was discharged by special order at Nashville, Tenn,, on account of temporary disability. He subsequently returned home, taught a term of school, and in the spring of 1864 enlisted in the Signal Corps, United States Army, and continued therein till the close of the war. He was one of the number who participated in the exploits of Admiral Farragut, and Capt. Leroy, Commander of the gunboat " Ossipe," running the gantlet between the confederate strongholds of Fort Gaines and Ft. Morgan. He participated in the capture of the rebel ram " Tennessee," and the reduction of Forts Powell, Gaines and Morgan. He was discharged by special order at New Orleans, in November, 1865. In 1866, Mr. Smalley began the study of law at the University of Michigan, and in 1868, graduated at that institution. being admitted to the bar soon after at Olney, Ill., where he opened a law office and did business till 1870. He then went to the South and engaged in the wood and lumber trade one year, and after teaching a winter school in Posey County, Ind., removed to Upper Sandusky. He superintended the schools of the latter place one year, and subsequently taught two terms at Little Sandusky. In 1874, he was elected Justice of the Peace of Crane Township, at Upper Sandusky, and in 1876, was re-elected, serving with credit and ability. Mr. Smalley was married September 23, 1868, to Ellen Burke, daughter of Isaac and Elizabeth Burke, early settlers of this county. Of nine children which have been born to Mr. and Mrs. Smalley, but four are living, namely: Lily G., born December 29, 1869; Isaac, December 28, 1870; Lulu, January 9, 1874, and Edwin M., January 26, 1879. Mr. Smalley takes an active part in politics , being an enthusiastic Democrat. He is a member of the A., F. & A. M., the K. of H., Royal Arcanum, and G. A. R., being Chaplain of the latter order. He is a Secretary of the Agricultural Society and one of its most active members. He is favorably known as a man of enterprise and public spirit and is hold in high esteem by the citizens of the community. He is rapidly advancing in proficiency as a lawyer, and is destined to take a place among the first of his profession in the near future.

JACOB W. SMALLEY, M. D., retired physician, was born in Wayne County, Ohio, August 30, 1822. He is the son of Richard and Catharine (Emmons) Smalley, natives of Now Jersey, and of Holland descent.

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They were the parents of thirteen children, all attaining their majority - five living at the present time, viz., Benjamin, Richard, Isaac, Abraham and Jacob W. They removed to Wayne County in 1816, Mr. Smalley having entered 320 acres of land one year previous where they resided until hill death in April, 1845, aged seventy-seven years. Mrs. Smalley died in 1861, aged eighty-six years. Dr. Smalley, the subject of this sketch, was brought up on the farm, and shared such advantages of education as the district schools afforded. He remained at home with his parents until twenty-one years of age, at which time be entered college at Ashland, Ohio, taking a preparatory course, and beginning the study of medicine at the age of twenty-four, under the instruction of Drs. Cook & Maxwell, at Berlin, Holmes Co., Ohio. He graduated at the Western Reserve Medical College, Cleveland, and began the practice of his profession at Shanesville, Tuscarawas County, forming a partnership with Dr. Strese. He removed to Fredericksburg, Wayne County, in 1848, and in 1862 to Upper Sandusky, where he formed a partnership with R. A. Henderson. In 1869, Mr. Smalley withdrew from the partnership, and resumed his practice independently, continuing the same until 1878, when he retired from the profession. Dr. Smalley was married in Fredericksburg, April 15, 1856, to Margaret 0. Armstrong, nee Porter, daughter of William and Mary (McNeal) Porter, early settlers of Holmes County. Mr. Porter was at one time Representative of Holmes County; he died about 1839. Mrs. Porter still survives, in her eighty-second year, and resides at Peru, Ind. Mr. and Mrs. Smalley are the parents of seven children, four now living-William P., born June 8, 1860; Walter Me., January 19, 1862; Charles E., February 21, 1864; Richard E., May 10, 1871. The deceased are: Mary C., born March 1 , 1857, died April 6, 1861. Anna E., September 5, 1858, died March 21, 1861; Rolla, June 25, 1867, died September 30, 1868. Mrs. Smalley was born June 8, 1832. Mr. Smalley has been a member of the F. & A. M. since 1847, and was a member of the Upper Sandusky School Board nine consecutive years. In politics, he is a strong Republican.

JAMES SMALLEY was born in Ashland County, Ohio, February 23, 1823, son of Isaac and Priscilla (Scott) Smalley, natives of New Jersey and Ohio respectively. They were the parents of tea children, three now living -James, Richard and Henry. The parents both died in Ashland County the father in 1859, aged about one hundred years; the mother in 1874, at an advanced age. James Smalley, the subject of this notice, resided at the old homestead in Ashland County till his twenty-first year, locating in this county in 1843. He engaged in daily labor a number of years, purchasing his present homestead of eighty acres in 1846, since adding 163 acres, now valued at $85 per acre. The first tract was purchased for $3.50 per acre, and with money earned by days labor at 50 cents per day. Mr. Smalley was married, in Eden Township March, 1847, to Catharine Ulrich, daughter of Peter C. and Catharine (Bowsher) Ulrich, natives of Maryland, and of English and German ancestry. She was born September 5, 1828. This marriage was followed by six children, five of whom are living-John W., born March 24, 1852; Catharine A., December 28, 1855; James S., May 15, 1860; Dencie A., January 29, 1865; and Harriet I., December 2, 1866. The deceased was Amanda, born May 11, 1849, died February 23, 1871. Mr. Smalley votes in the interest of Democracy, and is well esteemed as a citizen.

JESSE SMALLEY, farmer, was born in Crane Township, this county, October 24, 1846, son of Isaac and Margaret (Snyder) Smalley, both deceased,

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the former dying in 1848, the latter in 1862. They were the parents of three children-Jesse, Isaac and Sarah J., who died in 1860. Jesse, our subject, was reared on the farm, and educated in the district schools of his neighborhood. After the death of his father, he took up his residence with James B. Alden, with whom he remained till his eighteenth year, at which time he enlisted in Company A, Fourteenth Regiment Ohio National Guards, and entered the war. He participated in a spirited skirmish with Morgan's cavalry at Berryville, though his company was Stationed most of the time of its service at Raleigh on guard duty. He enlisted May 2, and was discharged September 4, 1864. He was married, in Upper Sandusky, to Ruth Cordray, daughter of Andrew and Rachel (Franklin) Cordray, December 29, 1870, and two children have been born to them Robert Mc., born October 8, 1871, and Joel G., November 7, 1877. Mrs. Smalley was born in Salem Township July 30, 1849. Mr. Smalley has always engaged in agricultural pursuits, and now owns eighty acres of land, valued at $75 per acre. In politics, he favors the Republican school.

JOSEPH M. SMITH, one of the most prominent farmers of this township, was born in Seneca County, Ohio, December 28, 1832. He is a son of Daniel and Mary (Duddleson) Smith, the former a native of Connecticut, the latter of Fairfield County, Ohio. They came to this locality in 1822, and resided here the remainder of their lives. There were nine children in the family, of whom but four are now living, namely, John, Henry H., Antoinette (wife of Robert Gier) and Joseph M. Mr. Smith was one of the leading stock-dealers and farmers of the county during his life, at one time controlling over 3,000 acres of land. He died in 1865, his wife surviving till 1882. Joseph M., the subject of this notice, was engaged on the farm with his father till 1859, spending five years as a " cowboy, herding cattle on the open land. He was then tendered 400 acres of land, which he has since cultivated and improved, having cleared nearly 300 acres "from the sprout." He has dealt extensively in stock, and also conducted a large agricultural business, harvesting as many as 2,000 bushels of wheat in one season. He takes an active interest in agricultural matters, generally exhibiting stock at the county fairs, and keeping improved grades, with some thoroughbreds. He now owns 525 acres of excellent land, valued at $75 to $100 per acre, on which in 1876-77 he erected an elegant brick mansion at a cost of $12,000. It is provided with all the modern improvements-pantries, closets, hot and cold water, baths, etc.; is excellently planned, and, without doubt, one of the finest farm houses in the county. Mr. Smith was married, November 6, 1860, to Miss Sallie M. Straw, who was born in this county July 4, 1839. She is the daughter of Samuel C. and Christina (Staily) Straw, her father being a native of Vermont, her mother of Pickaway County, Ohio. They had eleven children, six of whom are now living, namely, David, Malachi, Martin, Samuel, Eunice and Sallie M. Her parents located in this county about 1830, and resided here till their respective deaths, November 22, 1856, and August 11, 1876. Mr. and Mrs. Smith have nine children, all living, namely: William S., born August 13, 1861; Nettie M., August 16, 1863; Anna V., August 10, 1865; Eunice E., October 16, 1867; David S., April 15, 1870; Mary C., August 5. 1873; Sallie M., November 24,1876; Joseph M., March 16, 1880; George R., September 29, 1882. Mr. Smith is not a politician, but favors Republicanism. He is known throughout the county as one of its most substantial and successful farmers, and is highly esteemed, both as a citizen and business man.

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LANDLINE SMITH is a native of Richland County, Ohio, and was born May 21, 1845. He is a son of John and Teresa (Color) Smith, who are natives of Germany. They emigrated to America in 1832--before their marriage-and were among the first settlers of Richland County, Ohio; residing there till 1867, when they moved to this county, and located in Carey, where they resided about twelve years. In 1879, they located in Upper Sandusky, where they have since resided. Their children were Frank P., John A., Teressa, Landline and Louisa, now living; and Mathias, Peter and Mary, deceased. Landline Smith, the subject of this sketch, was reared on a farm and attended the district schools, abandoning his studies and the "paternal roof " at the age of sixteen to engage in agricultural pursuits, to which he devoted his attention two years. He then embarked in the produce and poultry trade, which occupation he has, at intervals, since continued. In the full of 1878, he was elected to the office of County Auditor, and in 1881 he was re-elected to the same position, which he still retains. Mr. Smith enlisted May 2, 1864, in Company D, One Hundred and Forty-fourth Ohio National Guard, and entered the service. He participated in several skirmishes, and was also in the battle of Berryville, where two other companies and a number of his own were captured. He was discharged at Columbus, Ohio, September 2, 1864. He was married, June 18, 1874, Elzina A. Boucher, who was born in Seneca County, Ohio, February 27, 1855, and two children have been born to them-Harry H., born February 18, 1876; and Bernice, May 29, 1879. Mr., Smith is a member of the K. of P., the IOOF, Royal Arcanum, and though a Republican in politics in this county so largely Democratic, he has been twice elected to his present position, the duties of which he has honorably and efficiently discharged.

JESSE SNYDER, one of the old pioneers of this county, was born in Chester County, Penn., September 17, 1799, son of Henry and Margaret (Trey) Snyder, natives of Germany and Pennsylvania respectively. They had nine children, our subject being the only one living; the deceased were Benjamin, Samuel, Thomas, Henry, Mary, Sarah, Hannah and John. Their parents removed to Wayne County, where the mother died about 1836; the father then moved to Indiana, where he died. Jesse Snyder was educated in the common schools of Chester County, Penn., where he engaged in !arming and wagon making for several years. He removed to Wayne County in 1830 or 1831, and purchased 160 acres of land, on which he resided thirteen years. He removed to this county in 1843, settling among the Indians, at one time occupying one end of a cabin while an In. dian family dwelt in the other-living in this way two months. He was familiar with many of the chiefs, and after the Indians' departure in 1843, he purchased 560 acres of land at Government prices. He now owns 322 acres, valued at $75 per acre, and much other property gained by hard labor and good management. He was married in Chester County, Penn., to Sarah Mills, who was born in 1798, and died August -, 1874. They bad twelve children, four now living-Eliza A., born November 7, 1824; Isabella, wife of Robert McKelly, born January 31, 1830; Jesse, born October 5, 1833; and Sarah A., September 27, 1840. In politics, Mr. Snyder votes for the best man; in religion, be associates with the United Brethren Church. He has always been a liberal contributor to the churches, having subscribed $2,700 to the erection of the Church. He is notable for his public spirit, always being ready to assist in meritorious enterprises. He came to this county a poor man, but, by his pluck, energy, perseverance and business sagacity, he has wrought out an enviable fortune.

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From the poor wagon-maker, by the work of his own bands-the sweat of his own brow-he has risen to the wealthy landholder; and in the brilliant success of his ripened years bears the same spirit of kindness and generosity toward his fellow-men that characterized his less fortunate days.

GEORGE J. STECHER (STECHER) is a native of Ellhofen, Oberamt Weinsberg, Koenigreich Wurtemberg, Germany, and was born October 29, 1807. He is a son of Peter and Christiana (Schmalzhoff) Stecher, who were natives of the same locality, his father born March 31, 1779, his mother November 17, 1788. His father was an office-holder in his county most of his life, and died in 1861. His mother's death occurred in 1842. Mr. Stecher resided on the farm with his parents till about thirty-five years of age, being chiefly engaged in vineyard culture and horticulture. He was educated in the German schools, and attended quietly to his pursuits till emigrating to America, in 1854. He reached Upper Sandusky April 28, and since that time has been a resident of the place. For many years be was engaged in horticultural pursuits, but has now retired from active labor and business, having obtained a comfortable home as the result of his labors. Mr. Stecher was married in Germany, November 25, 1844, to Miss Christina Nollenberger, who was born in Ottmarsheim, Oberamt Marabach, Konigreich Wurtemburg, October 2, 1822. She was a daughter of John C. and Christina (Long) Nollenberger, her parents being natives of the same place, her father born in 1786, her mother in 1790. Her father was eleven years in the war under Napoleon, with whom he made the famous march to Moscow, being one of thirty-six survivors of a company of 300 soldiers from his locality. During the last few years of his service, he was a commissioned officer. Mr. and Mrs. Stecher have eight children, namely: Hannah, born June 27, 1846, now the wife of Michael Burckhardt; Charles F., born January 26, 1848; Christian J., June 24, 1850; Frederick C., March 29. 1852; Gottlob C., March 25, 1854; George J., May 29, 1857; Caroline F., born September 14,1859, now the wife of J. H. Kinley; Mary C., October 10, 1864. Of these children, the four oldest were born in Germany, the fifth on the ocean during their voyage to America, and the three latter in Upper Sandusky. Mr. Stecher is a member of the Evangelical Association, and a devoted Christian, always having borne an excellent character.

MICHAEL STERNER, deceased, was a native of Pennsylvania, born August 7, 1820, son of Daniel and Esther (Smith) Sterner. Be settled in this county with his parents in 1849, residing in Upper Sandusky until his death, which occurred April 3, 1882. He was engaged in agricultural pursuits and teaming, and was well respected as a citizen. May 2, 1871, he had the misfortune to lose his left limb. He was married. November 20, 1854, to Mary A. Hale, daughter of John and Elizabeth (Donor) Hale, and their union was blessed by nine children, seven living, namely: Cyrus W., born January 26, 1856; John D., November 27, 1857; Libbie S., February 27, 1861; Margaret E, March 1, 1865; Emmet S., December 9, 1867; George B., August 17, 1870; Ira H., born July 12, 1872. The deceased were Mary J., born September 9, I859, died August 28, 1864, and David H., born November 23, 1863, died July 24, 1865. Mrs. Sterner was born in Cumberland County, Penn., September 17, 1828.

JOHN D. STERNER, of the firm of Hale & Sterner, manufacturers of wagons, carriages, etc., Upper Sandusky, was born in the before-named city November 27. 1857. He is a son of Michael and Mary A. (Hale) Sterner, natives of Pennsylvania, and of German parentage. The parents came to this county before their marriage. They had Dine children, seven still

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living-- Cyrus W., John D., Sarah E., Elma M., Samuel E., George B. and Ira H. The deceased are Mary J. and David H. The father departed this life April 3, 1882, aged sixty-one years, seven months and twenty-six days, the mother still surviving, a resident of Upper Sandusky, in her fifty-sixth year. The subject of this sketch was reared and educated in the above. named city, and now resides with his mother in the house in which he was born. He acquired his trade in the shop of Hale & Freet, with whom he was employed five years, purchasing Mr. Freet's interest and entering into a partnership with Mr. Hale in August, 1882. This partnership still exists, the firm doing a thriving business, employing twelve to fourteen workmen constantly.

GEORGE B. STEVENSON, the founder of the Stevenson Engine Works, of Upper Sandusky, was born in Stark County, Ohio, December 25, 1840. He is a son of James M. and Susan (Hite) Stevenson, natives of Westmore. land County, Penn. His parents came to Ohio before their marriage and subsequently reared a family of nine children, seven of whom are still living, namely: Aaron B., Sarah E., George B., Candis V., Rand L., Irene M., Roe M. The deceased are Ada F., and John M. His father moved to Upper Sandusky in 1866, and here his mother died in 1867, aged fifty-three years. His father survived until December20, 1880, and died; aged seventy. George B. Stevenson obtained but a limited education in the district schools of Stark County. At the age of sixteen, he engaged as tow-path boy on the Ohio & Erie Canal. Two years later, be became an apprentice in the machine shop of C. Aultman & Co., of Canton, Ohio, serving three years, remaining with the firm till 1863. During this time he was married to Sarah Pearson, daughter of Andrew and Abigail Pearson, and by this marriage five children resulted, of whom but three are living-Mamie A., born September 13, 1865; George B., September 11, 1870; Blanch M., October 25, 1874. Florence I. was born October 28, 1863, died July 15, 1864; Nellie I., born January 7, 1868, (lied May 1, 1871. Mrs. Stevenson is a native of Stark County and was born November 15, 1842. Her marriage to Mr. Stevenson occurred August 15, 1861. In 1863, our subject went to Galion in the employ of the " Bee Line " Railroad Company as engineer and machinist, remaining in their employ until April, 1865, when he returned to Aultman & Co., with whom be was engaged until November, the same year, then locating in Upper Sandusky. He purchased a small concern of John Carns, the building being located on the ground now occupied by the well-known Stevenson Engine Works, which he himself founded. In 1866, he invented the celebrated "Wyandot Chief " circular saw mill, which has found a sale in nearly every State of the Union. In 1868, Mr. Stevenson erected a two-story brick shop building, 36x100 feet in dimension, main building, and in 1870, the foundry building was erected; the latter also a brick structure 36x75 feet. The firm was first established as Stevenson & Gump; two years later Mr. Gump retired and Mr. Stevenson continued the business as sole proprietor until 1870, when Cyrus Sears was admitted. The firm of Stevenson & Sears continued till 1872, when the latter's interest was purchased by J. K. McCracken, Wesley Hedges, Jacob Juvinall, John R. Layton and D. S. Miller, the business being conducted from that time till April, 1874, under the firm name of George Stevenson & Co. Mr. Stevenson then became sole proprietor and continued as such till 1881, when the present firm was established, with the following members: George B. Stevenson, George W. Bury, Sr., Roe M. Stevenson, John Agerter. The institution represents a capital of $32,

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000 and about thirty workmen are employed, the institution being Upper Sandusky's most important industry. The establishment to date has been the means of bringing over $2,000,000 into this county, and is one of which the citizens may justly be proud. Great credit is due Mr. Stevenson for the energy and enterprise he has displayed in giving to Upper Sandusky so valuable an acquisition to its business interests, the influence of which can scarcely be estimated. Mr. Stevenson is a Republican in politics and an honored member of the Masonic fraternity. He is a man of estimable character, and his extensive operations in this county are ample evidence of his superior business qualities and genius.

JAMES M. STEVENSON, of the Stevenson Engine Works, Upper Sandusky, was born in Paris, Stark County, Ohio, October 1, 1853; son of James N. and Susanna (Hite) Stevenson. James M. was educated in the public schools of Canton and Upper Sandusky, having removed with his parents to the latter place in his thirteenth year, in 1866. In 1870 or 1871, he entered the machine shop of Stevenson & Sears, and, with the exception of eleven months' employment in the Union Iron Works, of San Francisco, Cal., has remained in the establishment through all its changes ever since. In 1881, he was admitted to the firm as partner, which relation he still sustains. Mr. Stevenson was married in Upper Sandusky in 1875, to Alice L. Vandenburg, daughter of John and Lucia D. (Sturtevant) Vandenburg, natives of Herkimer County, N. Y. Four children have blessed this marriage, namely: Alice M., John V., James M. and Norman S. Mr. Stevenson has been engaged in the engine works fourteen years, and is one of the most reliable and highly respected citizens of his native city. In politics, he is a Republican.

JAMES A. STOCKTON, dentist, was born in Licking County, Ohio, March 17, 1846; son of Thomas and Sarah (Rea) Stockton, natives of Washington County, Penn., and of Scotch and Irish parentage. They were married in their native county in January, 1835, and had seven children, five living-Joseph R.; Belle S., wife of Henry C. Adgate, Lima, Ohio; Robert G., James A. and John V. The deceased are Thomas M. and Mary A. The parents came to Ohio in 1835 and settled in Licking County, when Newark, the county seat, contained but two houses. They purchased 320 acres of land, upon which they resided till 1865, when they removed to Allen County, having purchased 280 acres near Lima. They resided on this farm till 1872, when they retired from active life and removed to Lima, where the father died August 27, 1875, the mother in April, 1879. Dr. Stockton, the subject of this sketch, was reared on a farm and shared the advantages of a common school education. He entered the Vermillion Institute at Hayesville at the age of nineteen, remaining one year. In 1868, he began reading dentistry under the instructions of Dr. C. N. Swisher, of Lima, and subsequently with Drs. MOOD and Hall, remaining one year with each, at the same time beginning his practice. In 1876, he attended lectures at Cincinnati and graduated in 1879. He located in Upper Sandusky March 19, 1872, and has built up an extensive practice. He was married December 29, 1870, to Callie S. Hover, of Lima, Ohio, and four children have been born to them, three living, viz.: Carrie I., Luella 19. and Rea B. Leola Blanche is deceased; she died April 30, 1880, aged two years and seven months. Dr. Stockton is a member of the Knights of Honor and is a Ruling Elder in the Presbyterian Church. In politics, he is a Republican.

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JOHN L. STOKER is a native of Rushville, Fairfield Co.. Ohio, born September 1, 1834. His parents were John and Sarah (Lowmaster) Stoker, the former born in Frederick County, Md., February 15, 1804, died in Upper Sandusky, October 4, 1877; the latter born in York County, Penn., October 4, 1809--still living. Their children were Melanchthon, John L., Noah, Edna, Anna and Allen, the two latter deceased. The parents were married in Fairfield County, January 14, 1830, and settled in this county in 1839. John L. Stoker, our subject, resided with his parents till 1853, when he learned the saddle and harness trade in Tiffin, but subsequently abandoned that vocation on account of failing health and engaged in the trade of house carpenter, continuing in this work eight years. In 1869, he, with his father, purchased his present farm and has since engaged in agricultural pursuits. He owns ninety-five acres, valued at $75 per acre. Mr. Stoker's marriage to Rachel Bowsher occurred in Carey, March 31, 1857; her parents being Henry and Margaret (Dickens) Bowsher. Their children were Melanehthon, born July 17, 1858; Orren J., April 9, 1860; Noah A. W., June 5, 1862; John, September 5, 1864. Mrs. Stoker was born October 2, 1835, and died November 22, 1866. Mr. Stoker's second wife was Sarah Brown, their marriage taking place May 9, 1872. Her parents were Abraham and Frances (coon) Brown, both natives of Pennsylvania, the former born in Bucks County, June 6, 1804, his father losing his life in the war of 1812. He was married to Frances Coon in 1825, and died at his son-in-law, our subject's, home, January 26, 1880. Mr. Stoker being a member of the Home Guards, his company was called into service in May, 1864, and he participated in the battle at Berryville, with Mosby's cavalry. He was discharged September 1, 1864. In politics, Mr. Stoker is a Republican.

JOHN J. STOLL, of the firm of Stoll & Co., manufacturers of sash, doors, blinds, etc., was born in Germany, May 25, 1827; son of John and Dorothy (Zoller) Stoll, who emigrated to America in 1832, settling in New York, and removing to Bucyrus in 1838. John Stoll, the father, died in Now York City in 1837, aged fifty-six years; his wife survived until 1868; and died in her eighty-fifth year. They were the parents of thirteen children, four now living: Rosanna, Eva, John and John J. The latter, with whom this sketch deals, began the trade of carpenter at the age of seven. teen and pursued this occupation in various places until 1859, when he established himself in the planing mill business in Bucyrus. This was continued till 1868, at which time he removed to Upper Sandusky and established his present business. Several changes have occurred in the management at deferent times, the present firm, comprised of J. J. Stoll and J. Shealey, being formed in 1881, since which time the business has been conducted under the firm name of Stoll & Co. They do an extensive business, usually employing fifteen to twenty workmen. Mr. Stoll was married July 1, 1851, to Elizabeth Reigner, daughter of John P. and Catharine (Peters) Reiger, and eight children have been born to them-four living: Elizabeth A., born March 21, 1853; Martha, born November 27, 1857; Ida M., May 10, 1862; and Cora, June 30, 1868. The deceased are Catharine, born August 1, 1855, died July 2, 1856; Franklin, born November 25, 1859, died February 28, 1860; Anna&., born August 31, 1865, died April 10, 1869; and an infant unnamed. Mrs. Stoll was born in Franklin County, Penn., July 5, 1833. Mr. Stoll served two years as City Councilman, is a member of the Knights of Honor, Royal Arcanum, and votes for the best man in political issues.

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JOHN STRASER, son of John and Elizabeth (Simons) Straser, is a native of Seneca County, Ohio, born August 24, 1834. His parents were natives of -- and emigrated to the United States in 1832. In 1833, they located in Seneca County, Ohio, where his father died in 1868; his mother is still living and resides with him in this township. Seven of their ten children are living, viz., Catharine, Peter, John, Adam, Elizabeth, Mathias and Mary E. Our subject was reared on a farm, and at the age of eighteen began to work on the Mad River Railroad, which he continued a number of years, but subsequently engaged in farming, and in 1862 re. moved to this county, where he now owns seventy-eight and one-half acres of laud well stocked and improved. Mr. Straser was married August 19, 1856, to Mary Stark, daughter of John and Mary (Walker) Stark, natives of Germany. They emigrated in 1853, Mrs. Stark dying the same. year; Mr. Stark died in Pulaski County, Ind., December 17, 1881. They were the parents of ten children, six of whom are living, viz., John, Marv. Carolne, Anthony, Jacob and Christena. Nine children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Straser, seven living: Elizabeth, born August 31, 1857; Henry, born February 27, 1860; Mary A., December 1, 1864; Anthony, November 4, 1867; Clara, January 27, 1870; William E., July 18, 1872; Frank A., March 26, 1875. The deceased were John A., born December 27, 1862 died November 1, 1863; John P., born July 8, 1879-died January 9, 1880. Mrs. Straser was born in Germany, December 25, 1835. Mr. Straser is a Democrat in politics, and the family are members of the Catholic Church.

WINFIELD J. STREBY, of the firm of Streby, Myers & Kail, City Flouring Mills, is a native of Richland County, Ohio, where he was born October 6, 1848. His parents were Elias and Elizabeth (Foguelsong) Streby, natives of Pennsylvania and York State respectively. They were married in Richland County, and reared a family of five children, named as follows: Winfield J., Maggie, wife of J. P. Karg; Savilla, Samuel 0. and Almira. Elizabeth, a sixth child, died at the age of fourteen. Winfield J., our subject, obtained a fair education in the district schools of his native county, finishing his studies in the Union Schools of Upper Sandusky. He remained on the farm with his father, and in 1875, purchased the first steam threshing machine in Crane Township. He operated this machine with great success for twelve seasons, threshing 41,014 bushels the first year; the largest result of one day's work was obtained the second year, consisting of 1,188 bushels of oats and 188 bushels of wheat-in all 1,376. June 1, 1879, he purchased a one-third interest in the City Flouring Mills and another third in 1881, turning his entire attention to the business. He rented the remaining third one year, and during that time assumed full control. In 1880, the firm of Streby & Myers was established, and in 1881, Mr. W. D. Karl was admitted as a third member. Their mill has been provided with the latest improvements, and the firm is doing an extensive business under its efficient management. In August, 1883, Mr. Streby introduced the roller process into the mills. He has operated different kinds of machines more than twelve seasons.

JAMES SWANN, farmer and wool-grower, was born in Richland County, Ohio, July 18, 1834; son of Jesse and Sarah (Erwin) Swann, natives of Anne Arundel County, Md., and Westmoreland County, Penn. Jesse Swann was born October 6, 1795, settled in Richland County, Ohio, in 1828, and died in Mansfield December 3, 1876; his widow is still living and resides in the same door-yard with her son James. Their children were James, George, Elizabeth, wife of A. E. Chew, William; Caroline, wife of Norman

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Baker; Mary A., wife of Washington McBride, and Edwin; the three latter being deceased. James Swann resided in Richland County till February 29, 1860, at which time he removed to this county and settled in Crane Township, on 135 acres of land purchased at the land sales of 1815, by his father. He has since added forty-five acres and values the whole a' t $100 per acre. He makes a specialty of Atwood Spanish Merino sheep, having a number on hand, his favorite sheep, known as "Jason " No. 95-two years old-is valued at $4,000. Mr. Swann was married April 30, 1857, to Angeline Robinson, daughter of William and Elizabeth (Stansbury) Robinson, (natives of Brook County, W. Va.), born June 1, 1839. Her parents moved to Richland County in 1853, where her father died in 1873; her mother is still living. James and Angeline Swann have six children: Mary J., born September 7, 1858; William A., January 16, 1860; Frank, February 27, 1866; Jissie, June 3, 1871; Della, February 9, 1874, and Edna, March 21, 1875. Mr. Swann is one of the leading farmers of the county, and although a Republican. he was elected Township Trustee in 1874, in a township usually 250 Democratic. Himself and wife are members of the English Lutheran Church.

JACOB SWARTZ is a native of Schuylkill County, Penn., born July 31, 1837, son of Abraham and Christena (Celmer) Swartz, of German descent. The surviving children are Daniel, Anna, Abraham, Christena, Polly, Lovina, Jacob and John; four others are deceased. The parents came to Richland County, Ohio, in 1840, where the father died in 1881, aged sixty-seven years; the mother in 1882, aged ninety-three. Our subject came to Wyandot County in 1859, having been educated in the district schools of Richland. Ho erected the first circular saw mill in the county, and, in partnership with George W. Moon . continued in the milling busi. ness about two years. He then purchased 160 acres of land, which, in 1882, he sold to his nephew and bought his present tract of 138 acres, paying $75 per acre. He was married in Richland County June 19, 1864, to Sarah Balliet, daughter of David and Elizabeth (Williams) Balliet, a native of Richland County, born January 26, 1837. Mr. Swartz is a good farmer, selling annually $500 to $800 worth of stock. In politics, he favors the Democratic school,

WILLIAM M. THOMPSON, Ex-Postmaster at Upper Sandusky, was born in Washington Co., Penn., September 6,1832. He is the son of William and Nancy (McNary) Thompson, of Irish and Scotch ancestry, and natives of Pennsylvania, in which State they were married. They removed from their native county to Carroll County, Ohio, and from that point to Hancock County in 1848, where Mrs. Thompson died in 1850. Her husband is still living, being a resident of Findlay, Ohio, in his seventy fifth year. They were the parents of six children, William, our subject, being the eldest. He obtained a fair education in the common schools, and embarked in life upon his own resources at the age of twenty-one. He learned the carpenter's trade when a mere boy, and followed this occupation several years. He was a soldier in the late war, enlisting August 12, 1861, in Company E, Forty-ninth Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry, under command of William H. Gibson. He enlisted as a private, and participated in the following battles: Stone River, Liberty Gap, Chickamauga and Mission Ridge. At the battle of Chickamauga, he was wounded in the right shoulder, but continued with his company until after the battle of Mission Ridge, where he received a wound in the left arm, which rendered him unfit for duty. He was sent to the Nashville Hospital for a short period, and subsequently re

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moved to Evansville, Ind., where he was discharged as Orderly Sergeant, June 27, 1864, on account of his wounds. He returned to Marseilles, Ohio, and was commissioned Postmaster at that place September 25, 1865, by William Dennison, Postmaster General. Was appointed Assistant United States Marshal in 1870. In 1873, Mr. Thompson removed to Upper Sandusky, and was appointed Deputy Postmaster at that place, serving in that capacity four years. July 1, 1877, he was commissioned Postmaster by President Hayes, and re-commissioned January 12, 1882, by President Arthur. He was married, February 17, 1859, to Miss Jennie Livenspire, daughter of Levi and Jane (Cochran) Livenspire, and five children have resulted from this union, three living-Leon, born July 13, 1865; Mary B., February 3, 1872; Gail, August 25, 1881. Josephine and Leroy are deceased. Mr. Thompson is a member of the Royal Arcanum and the G.A.R.

CHARLES O. TILTON, one of the foremost farmers and stock-dealers of this township, was born on the old homestead, where he now resides, January 18, 1850. He is a son of Green and Maria (Smith) Tilton, who were natives of Hampton County, N. H., and Seneca County, Ohio, respectively. His grandfather left New Hampshire in an early day and went to Vermont, moving later to New York, locating near Rochester, and purchasing a farm on the " Genesee Flats." Later in life he came West, and settled in Sandusky County, Ohio. While a young man, Green Tilton was employed as a stage driver on the route from Bellevue to Perrysburg five years, and, later, running from Bellefontaine to Zanesville. He located in this county in 1841, and herded sheep on the Sandusky Plains, being the second to engage in that business. In 1844, he purchased forty-one acres at the first land sales, and in 1845, forty-one acres more, increasing this number before his death to 575 acres. In 1855, he drove sheep to Illinois, and herded one year, and in 1861, July 4, in company with Moses Kirby, started with a second drove, being three years gone. In this pursuit he lost his health, and died September 26, 1863, his wife following September 19, 1867. Charles Tilton, the subject of this sketch, resided at home till his mother's death, overseeing the farm during his father's absence. At seventeen, he took up his abode with Joseph M. Smith, with whom he lived two years. He subsequently attended school one year at Fremont, Ohio, and taught two terms, farming in the meantime. In 1872, he obtained 100 acres of land by inheritance, going to Kansas in the same year and purchasing 160 acres of land, which he has disposed of, and has since resided on his Present farm, which now contains 180 acres, all thoroughly drained by tile, and valued at $125 to $150 per acre. In 1881, he erected a handsome frame dwelling, at a cost of $7,000, it being the finest of the kind in the vicinity. Mr. Tilton has dealt extensively in stock, and has also done a large farming business, harvesting 2,000 bushels of wheat in 1879, and 1,500 in 1880. He keeps a herd of thoroughbred cattle -short. horn-and also a fine lot of Poland-China hogs. In the spring of 1884, he opened one of the largest sugar-camps in the county, tapping 550 frees, and conducting the business on the improved plan. Mr. Tilton was married, September 1, 1872, to Miss Sarah C. Curlis, who was born in this county March 1, 1852. She is a daughter of David and Charity (Snover) Curlis, who came to this county from New Jersey in 1836. Three children have blessed this union, namely: Cora B., born October 2, 1873; Anna M., October 24, 1875; and David G., May 30. 1882. In politics Mr. Tilton is a Republican. He is a young man of keen business tact, and is recognized as one of the leading farmers of the community.

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JOHN TILTON, son of Green Tilton (see sketch of C. O. Tilton), was born in this township January 27, 1854. HA began business for himself independently at the age of eighteen, working two years by the month. Having inherited eighty acres of land, he then began farming, and has, by his success, been able to increase his possessions to 191 acres, valued at $100 per acre. In 1877, he opened a grocery store at Upper' Sandusky, conducting the business two years, then returning to the farm, where he has since been prosperously engaged. He is a good farmer, and does a thriving business, keeping considerable stock of the best grades-cattle, sheep and hogs; the latter thoroughbreds. Mr. Tilton was married, September 2, 1877, to Laura A. Divins, who was born in Clarion County, Penn., April 18, 1861. Her parents were David and Nancy E. (Baird) Divins; her father died in 1864; her mother is still living in this county. Mr. and Mrs. Tilton have two children, namely: Minnie B., born July 14,1878; Virgil D., May 25, 1883. In politics, Mr. Tilton is an earnest Republican. He is an energetic and enterprising young farmer, and a citizen of excel. lent character.

ELIZABETH J. TOBIAS, widow of Peter Tobias, deceased, was born in Cumberland County, Penn., January 26, 1819. Her parents were John and Mary (Povenmeyer) Hale, of German ancestry; they had eight children-Anna, John, Jacob, Samuel, Michael, Mary M. and Elizabeth J.; one. child is deceased. The parents both died in Cumberland County, Penn., the father, about 1856, the mother in 1860. The marriage of our subject to Peter Tobias, occurred at Newville, Penn., October 19, 1837. Rev. D. P. Rosenmiller officiating. Peter Tobias was a son of Benjamin and Mary (Snyder) Tobias, and was born in Berks County, Penn., August. 16, 1809. He spent his boyhood in his native county; he subsequently removed to Cumberland County, Penn., and to this county in 1852. He purchased the farm on which his widow resides in 1859, and here his death occurred April 24, 1876; he was highly respected as a citizen; served as Trustee a number of years, and was in political faith a Democrat. Mr. and Mrs. Tobias had four children, three living-John H., born April 26, 1841; Mary C., May 11, 1845, and Rebecca E., June 13, 1848. The deceased was Sarah A., born July 16, 1838, died December 6, 1876. Mr. Tobias had amassed considerable property, his widow still holding eighty acres, on which she recently erected a good frame dwelling. She is universally respected and adheres to the English Lutheran doctrine, but attends the Church of God.

HAZARD P. TRACY, Justice of the Peace, Upper Sandusky, was born in Hancock County, Ohio, September 27, 1852. He is a son of Bowen and Sarah (Geddis) Tracy, natives of Ohio, and of Irish and English parentage. They had nine children, seven now living--Mary A., Amanda E., Emily, Winfield S., Hazard P., Johnson G. and Almeda. The deceased were Alfred and Royl. The latter enlisted in the late war early in 1862, being a member of Company A, One Hundred and Twenty-third Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry, and died at home October 9, 1862, at the age of nineteen, of typhoid fever contracted while in the army. Alfred was a member of Company -, Eighty-second Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry. He enlisted in March, 1864, and died at Bridgeport, Ala., in the following April, aged about seventeen years. Bowen Tracy, the father of our subject, removed to Wyandot County in 1857, settling in Richland Township, purchasing lands upon which he resided until his death, which occurred November 15, 1862, in his fiftieth year. His wife, Sarah Tracy, still survives, residing at Carey, Ohio, in her sixty-seventh year. Hazard P. Tracy, the

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subject of this sketch, was reared upon the farm and attended the district schools closing his educational pursuits by two years attendance at Oberlin College in 1873, taking only a preparatory course. He engaged in teaching about nine years, during which time he was employed as Superintendent of the Little Sandusky Schools, the schools of Wharton and also of the Union Schools of Green Camp, Marion County. In 1881, he removed to Upper Sandusky and opened an insurance office, and in 1883, was elected Justice of the Peace on the Republican ticket, overcoming his competitor by a majority of seventy-three, the usual majority being about 300 Democratic. He is a member of the IOOF, the Legion of Honor, and Secretary of the Board of Trustees of the Universalist Church. Mr. Tracy was married, August 17, 1875, to Miss Mari iah Mullholand, daughter of Hugh Mullholand, a resident of Crawford Township. Two children resulted from this marriage-Ora H., born July 17, 1877, and Zeland G., October 14. 1879. The death of Mrs Tracy occurred October 24, 1879, and Mr. Tracy was again united in marriage., July 10, 1883, to Miss Laura B. Clark, daughter of George and Martha (Randolph) Clark. Mr. Tracy is doing a good business in insurance, and is a popular young Republican.

PHILIP TRACHT, manufacturer of and dealer in boots and shoes, Upper Sandusky, was born in Crawford County, Ohio, April 1, 1834. His parents, Adam and Ann Elizabeth Tracht, were natives of Germany and emigrated to America September 17, 1831, settling permanently in Crawford County, where he purchased 200 acres of land, upon a portion or which he resided until his death, which occurred May 14, 1871, aged ninety-one years and four months. The death of Mrs. Tracht occurred September 5, 1862, her age being about sixty-five years. They were the parents of eighteen children, eleven attaining their majority, seven now living-Eva E., Adam, Barbara, Philip, John, Ann M., and Michael J. Philip Tracht, our subject, was reared upon the farm and obtained his education in the Crawford County schools. At the age of sixteen he abandoned the farm and served an apprenticeship at the shoemaking trade with J. M. Schneider, of Mansfield, Ohio, where he remained two years. He afterward spent six years in Galion, a short time in Cleveland, and removed to Upper Sandusky, March 7, 1858. He immediately opened a boot and shoe store on the old "Yellow Corner, No. 2, " forming a partnership with Michael Katzenmeyer. In 1863, this partnership was dissolved by mutual consent, and Mr. Tracht began business with his brother, Michael J., which partnership lasted three years. They then sold out, and the subject of this sketch started on his individual account in 1870, in the " Old Yellow Corner," which place he occupied till April 1, 1884, when he moved to the room occupied by the late Central Bank. He employs from three to five assistants, and carries a stock valued at $2,500 to $3,000. He is the owner of a fine residence on the corner of Finley and Fifth streets, and an adjoining lot and building. He was married at Bucyrus, Ohio, October 28, 1858, to Lucinda Kilo, and five children have been born to them - W. A., born April 17, 1860; H. A, August 26, 1862; Cora E., August 29, 1867; Mary- M., May 19, 1870, and Emma S., August 31, 1875. Mrs. Tracht was born March 20, 1837. The family are members of the German Lutheran Church. Adam Tracht, father of our subject, was ten years a soldier under Napoleon, serving in the countries of France and Spain. He participated in several severe battles and was twice captured, but each time made his escape.

FRANK TRIPP, SR., manufacturer of carriages, wagons, etc., Upper Sandusky, was born in Philadelphia, Penn., May 13, 1823. His father,

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John Tripp, was born in Wilmington, Del., January 3, 1789, and died in Upper Sandusky March 14, 1868; the mother, Catharine (Hugg) Tripp, was born in Philadelphia, Penn., December 23, 1790, and died in Upper Sandusky, November 14, 1872. They were married in Philadelphia about 1815, and reared a family of six children-Edwin, Albert, Mariah, Frank, John and Elizabeth; Catharine and an infant are deceased, the former dying at about the age of six years. After several removals they settled permanently in Upper Sandusky in 1846, and resided in that place until their decease. Frank Tripp, our subject, obtained a limited education in the pioneer schools; learned the blacksmith trade in Columbiana County when about eighteen years of age, and opened a shop in Upper Sandusky in the fall of 1845. He pursued his trade in this place, with the exception of one year's residence at Bowsherville, until August, 1861, when he enlisted to serve three years in Company 9, Eleventh Regiment Pennsylvania Cavalry. He was detailed as company blacksmith, to which occupation he devoted most of his time during the service. He witnessed the engagement between the Merrimac and the Monitor; was at the battle of White Horse Landing, Va., and was honorably discharged at Bermuda Hundreds, having been in the service three years and eleven days. He returned to Upper Sandusky and resumed his trade, beginning the manufacture of carriages and wagons in 1870, in which occupation he is still engaged. Mr. Tripp was married April 29, 1347, to Elizabeth Bowsher, daughter of Henry and Margaret (Dickens) Bowsher, and one of a family of fifteen children, of whom but six are living - Elizabeth J., Mary, Susan, William, Almeda and Sarah. Mrs. Tripp was born near Bowsherville December 25, 1828. The Indians were her neighbors and their children were her playmates; she taught in the old mission schools under the noted missionary, Rev. James B. Finley, and was personally acquainted with the Indians Lumpeys, Half John, Warpole, Peacock, Sumundewat and Between -the-logs. Mr. and Mrs. Tripp are the parents of seven children, five living-Frank T., born September 26, 1850; Allen G., November 16, 1852; William H., November 16, 1859; Addie M., March 3, 1861; Lizzie B., November 6, 1866; George W., born July 22, 1848, and Margaret, born August 10, 1855, are deceased; the death of the former occurred April 11, 1850, and the latter passed away in infancy. During the winter of 1882--83, Mr. Tripp invented an arrangement now known as "Tripp's Buckeye wagon-tongue support," on which he obtained a patent, and this appliance is now in great demand, having an extensive sale in Kansas, Missouri and other Western States.

CHRISTIAN TSCHANEN, express agent, was born in Canton Berne, Switzerland in October, 1827, the only son of Christian and Maria (Stemphfli) Tschanen, who emigrated to America in 1834, and settled in Tuscarawas County, Ohio, where the father died in the same year, aged about thirty years; Maria, the mother, died in 1867. Christian Tschanen spent his boyhood in Tuscarawas County, and attended school in the log schoolhouses of those times. In 1846, he came to this county and engaged in teaching during winters, and in various kinds of labor in summers, until 1850, at which time he returned to New Philadelphia and opened a grocery and provision store, which he conducted till 1864. He then enlisted in Company G, Eighty-eighth Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry, for three months, Linder Capt. Weaver. The regiment was detained at Camp Chase, performing guard duty during its entire term of service, at the expiration of which Mr. Tschanen was honorably discharged. In 1864, be returned to Upper Sandusky, where he has since pursued various

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occupations. He is a member of the IOOF. -its Permanent Secretary for a number of years -a Democrat in politics, and has served two years as City Marshal. He was married in 1850, to Elizabeth Baumgartner, of Salem Township, and nine children resulted from this marriage-eight living-Emma C., Caroline, William T., George W., Charles F., Franklin, Edward and Hattie B. are deceased.

GEORGE W. TSCHANEN, druggist, of the firm of Tschanen Brothers, was born in New Philadelphia, Tuscarawas Co., Ohio, March 22, 1858, son of Christian and Elizabeth Baumgartner Tschanen, natives of Canton, Berne Switzerland (see sketch). George W. came to Upper Sandusky with his parents in 1864, and obtained a good education in the schools of that place. At the age of thirteen he began business as clerk in a drug establishment, pursuing this occupation eight years. He subsequently spent two and one-half years traveling for his brother taking orders for crayon portraits, and in November, 1881, they established their present business in partnership. They carry a large and well selected stock of goods, and are doing a good business as a result of their low prices and fair dealing. George W. is a popular young business man, and has the honor of being a charter member of the Wyandot Lodge No. 174, Knights of Pythias.

WILLIAM T. TSCHANEN, of the firm of Tschanen Brothers, druggists, was born at New Philadelphia, Tuscarawas Co., Ohio, November 18, 1855. He is a son of Christian and Elizabeth (Baumgartner) Tschanen, Canton Berne Switzerland (see sketch). William T. removed from his native town to Upper Sandusky with his parents in 1864, being then in his eighth year. He attended the public schools of the latter place until sixteen years of age, clerking at intervals in the drug store of A. Billhardt, holding the latter situation from 1866 to 1881-in all fifteen years. In November 1, 1881, he with his brother, George W., opened their drug establishment on Sandusky avenue, opposite the post office, where they are now extensively engaged. They carry a large stock of everything to be found in a well regulated drug store, with a full line of stationery, wallpaper, window-shades, etc., in addition; they are also agents for the American Express Company.

CARL F. VEITH, SR., was born in Hesse-Darmstadt, Germany, February 7,1838. He is a son of John Veith and Mary (Briehl) Veith, who emigrated to America in 1862, locating in Upper Sandusky, where Mrs. Veith died in 1864, aged fifty-six years; the father was born December 15, 1801, and now resides with his son, Carl F. Veith, well preserved in body and mind. Our subject came to America in 1860, and established himself in the boot and shoe business in Upper Sandusky (having learned the shoemaking trade in Germany) where he continued this occupation till 1876, at which time he removed to his present farm consisting of eighty-two acres, now valued at $85 per acre, and where he has since resided. Mr. Veith was married, March 12, 1863, to Mary A. Althouse, daughter of Christian, a native of Switzerland, and Magdalene Althouse, a native of Holmes County, Ohio, born September 9,1840. Their children are Emma 0., born September 10, 1867: Ferdinand C., July 7, 1869; Minnie M., February 3, 1875; Emil J., September 25, 1876; Adolph G., July 7, 1878; Carl W., November 29, 1879, and Hilda L. A., November 10, 1881. The deceased are Herman F., born May 2, 1864, died September 23, 1869; Caroline C., born February 18, 1866, died August 8, 1867; Otto E., born May 15, 1873, died August 24, 1874. Mr. Veith is an enterprising farmer, a Democrat, and with his wife, a member of the German Lutheran Church.

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CHARLES F. VEITH, JR., of the firm of Veith & Altstaetter, was born in Upper Sandusky, June 9, 1859. He is the son of Casper and Caroline Veith, the former a native of Germany, and the latter of Holmes County, Ohio. They were married in this county, and were the parents of fifteen children, ten living-Charles F., William, Mary, Robert, Anna, Oscar, Amanda, Louisa, Minnie and Reinhold. -Charles Veith, our subject, was educated in the public schools of Upper Sandusky. In 1871, he removed with his parents to Crane Township, and engaged ten years in agricultural pursuits. He subsequently engaged in the grocery business in Upper Sandusky, where he is now engaged with Mr. Altstaetter doing a good busi. ness. He was married, September 29, 1881, to Caroline Engel, daughter of Christian and Mary Engel, and one child has been born to them, namely, Clara M., born August 11, 1882. Besides his half interest in the grocery store, Mr. Veith is the owner of a two-story brick building on the corner of Sandusky avenue and Walker street, valued at $8,500. He is a member of the German Lutheran Church.

CASPER VEITH, farmer, is a native of Hesse-Darmstadt, Germany, born December 15, 1832, son of John and Mary E. (Briehl) Veith. The parents emigrated to America in 1861, settling in Upper Sandusky. The father was a shoe-maker, and was engaged all his lifetime at that craft. He was born December 15, 1801, and is still in good health. The mother died in 1864, aged fifty-four years. Casper Veith emigrated to this country in 1852, and engaged two years at shoe-making in the city of New York, and two years in Chicago, locating in Upper Sandusky in 1856. He obtained a good education in Germany, and has acquired a fair knowledge of English by observation, He pursued the shoe-making trade in Upper Sandusky till 1872, when he removed to his farm on which he has since been engaged He owns 120 acres well stocked, and earned by the work of his own hands. Mr. Veith was married, October 19, 1857, to Caroline Baumgartner, by whom he has had fifteen children, eleven still living-Charles F., born June 9, 1859; Frederick William, June 28, 1861; Mary C., January 31, 1863; Herman R., June 5, 1864; Anna J., February 6, 1871; Oscar F., October 11. 1873; Amanda A., September 8, 1876; Louisa O., February 4, 1878; Bertha W., July 22, 1879; John R., September 5, 1881, and Alma F., born November 1, 1883. Mrs. Veith was born in Holmes County, Ohio, July 7, 1841. Her parents, Nicholas and Barbara Baumgartner, natives of Switzerland, are noticed in C. Tschanen's sketch. Mr. Veith has been elected Trustee of Crane Township three successive years; he contributed liberally to the Union cause in the late war; is an honest and respected citizen, and with his wife, a valued member of the German Lutheran Church.

JOHN H. VON STEIN, senior partner of the firm of Von Stein & Berg, druggists, Upper Sandusky, was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, January 10, 1853. He is the son of George and Margaret (Runck) Von Stein, natives of Germany, who emigrated to America about 1848, and were married in Cincinnati in 1849. They were the parents of five children, four of whom still survive-John H., Malinda, George P., William C. and a half-brother, Frederick Shaffer. John H. Von Stein, the subject of this sketch, came to Upper Sandusky with his parents in 1857, and was educated in the public schools of that city. He completed his education at the age of fifteen, when, his father dying, he was thrown almost entirely upon his own resources. At the age of nineteen, he engaged with Dr. Billhardt as clerk in his drug store, serving in this capacity five years. In 1877, Mr. Von Stein formed a partnership with Frederick Berg, and this connection

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still exists. They do an extensive business, and carry a large and complete stock of everything in their line, including a fine assortment of wall-paper, stationery, etc. Mr. Von Stein was married, September 14, 1876, to Emma C. Stutz, daughter of Adam and Caroline Stutz' natives of Germany, now residents of this county, Mr. Stutz at one time serving in the office of County Recorder. Mr. and Mrs. Von Stein are the parents of two children, one living, viz.: Edna C. M,, burn May 4, 1880; Rudolph, born in June, 1879, is deceased, dying in infancy. September 2, 1979, Mr. Von Stein assisted in the organization of the Ohio State Pharmaceutical Association at Columbus, Ohio. The association has grown from a membership of forty-five to eight hundred, and is now a permanent institution of the State. He also is Secretary of the Business Men's Union, and a member of the Royal Arcanum. Mr. Von Stein was elected City Clerk of Upper Sandusky three consecutive terms, now serving his sixth year. He is Treasurer of the Northwestern Ohio Volunteer Firemen's Association, is one of the Board of Trustees of the Supreme Lodge of P. 0. of A.; also Deputy Supreme Ruler and Past Ruler. He is the owner of valuable town property on Sandusky avenue, and, with his wife, is a member of the German Lutheran Church. In politics Mr. Von Stein is a Democrat.

LEONARD VON STEIN, M. D., was born at Steinau, Germany, January 17, 1831. He emigrated to America September 1, 1849, and settled in Richland County, Ohio, in his nineteenth year. After spending some time in various occupations, he purchased forty acres of land in Richland County, where he engaged in agricultural pursuits from 1861 to 1868. At this later date, he removed to Upper Sandusky to look after the interests of his deceased brother's family, and has since resided at that city. He has acquired considerable property. owning a farm of eighty acres, a two-story brick store-room occupied by Von Stein & Berg, druggists, and a comfortable residence on Third street. Mr. Von Stein is a self-made physician, having acquired his early training from his father. He has built up a large practice, making a specialty of chronic cases, in which he is very successful, and to which he has devoted his attention for fifteen years. Mr. Von Stein was married, May 11, 1851, to Elizabeth Retig, her parents, natives of Germany, emigrating to America about 1830. They are the parents of four children, two now living-John P., born April 1, 1855, and Minnie M., November 27, 1859. The deceased are Elizabeth C. , born January 19, 1853, died May 24, 1854; John H., born October 18, 1856, died October 3, 1858. Mrs. Von Stein was born in Germany June 14, 1816. Although Mr. Von Stein was not a soldier in the late war, he contributed liberally to the cause. He and his family are members of the German Lutheran Reform Church.

FRANK VOGEL (deceased), of the firm of F. Vogel & Sons, merchant tailors, Upper Sandusky, was born in Baden, Germany, June 28, 1829, and emigrated to America in August, 1853, first settling in Sandusky City, but after six months removing to Mansfield, where he was employed as salesman four years. He removed to Upper Sandusky in 1861, and began business in merchant tailoring on borrowed capital, and by strict attention to business has established a good trade. He has replaced his borrowed capital, and in 1879 erected a large two-story brick building at a cost of $7,000. He carries a stock valued at $9,000, and owns a large amount of valuable town property. He landed in New York without a penny, being compelled to borrow ton cents with which to buy a loaf of broad to relieve his hunger. His property is now valued at $50,000, the fruits of a life of incessant toil. He was married at Sandusky City, three months after his emigration to that

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place, to Miss Susie Fleck, November 7,1853, and twelve children are the fruits of their union, ten yet living, namely, Frank, John, William, Henry, Anthony, Joseph, Katie, August, Eddie and Lena. The deceased are Susannah and Elizabeth. The ten children living are all well educated in both English and German languages, the father having received his education in the "Fatherland."

LYMAN P. WALTER, M. D., was born in Crawford County, Ohio, January 24, 1857; he is a son of Jeremiah and Jane (Barrick) Walter, natives of this county and of Pennsylvania respectively. His parents were married in Crawford County, where they still reside. Their children are Alice, Lyman P., Dora E. and Scott. Dr. Walter obtained the rudiments of an education at the district school, subsequently attending the Union School at Bloomville and closing his literary studies at the Otterbein University, of Westerville, Ohio. He taught one term of school at the age of thirteen, and after completing his collegiate course at Westerville began the study of medicine with Dr. Jerome Bland, of Benton, Crawford County. He after. ward entered the Starling Medical College, of Columbus, at which he graduated in 1879; he practiced one year as assistant surgeon of the St. Francis Hospital, and then located for six months at Mexico, this county, moving to Upper Sandusky in November, 1881. Dr. Walter was married Jan. nary 1, 1879, to Miss May Van Gundy; her parents, William and Elizabeth (Patten) Van Gundy, were residents of this county, where her mother died in December, 1882. Dr. and Mrs. Walter have one child. The Doctor is achieving considerable of a reputation as a surgeon, and is meeting with admirable success in his profession generally; he has already established a lucrative practice to which his strict attention to the duties of his profession fully entities him; he is the Examining Physician for the Royal Ar. canum and the Legion of Honor; is a member of the K. of P. and 1. 0. 0. F., and is Vice President of the Wyandot County Agricultural Society. He possesses the elements of good character, is industrious, energetic, and com. bines the qualities of the gentleman with those of the professional to a most creditable degree.

HENRY WATERS, dealer in pine lumber and manufacturer of do doors, sash, blinds, etc., was born in Green County, N. Y., July 10, 18313, sot, of William and Mary A. (Sitcer) Waters, natives of Canada and Now York respectively. The parents were married in Now York, and reared a family of ten children, six now living, namely, George W., Arthur, Henry, Almeda, Charles and Charlotte. The deceased are Louisa, Grovener, Harriet and Anninas. The father died at Coeymans, N. Y., in 1881, aged sixty-nine; the mother is still living, a resident of West Hurby, N. Y. Henry Waters, our subject, was reared to the age of fifteen in his Dative county, educated in the common schools, and embarked in railroad and steamboat work at sixteen, continuing in these occupations fill 1874. He was engineer of the first ferry boat that crossed the Hudson at Catskill. He resided with his family one year in Alliance, Ohio, and seven years in Cleveland, removing with his family to Upper Sandusky, and establishing his present business in 1874. He also opened a factory at Carey, where in 1883 he erected his main building, two-story, 40x133 feet. In 1861, Mr. Waters enlisted in the civil war, Company F, Ono Hundred and Fifty-sixth New York Volunteer Infantry, as private, remaining with his regiment on detached service as Acting Assistant Surgeon at medical headquarters during his entire year's service, receiving his discharge at Kingston, N. Y. Mr. Waters was first married in New York in 1860, to Hannah Traver, who died the following

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year. His second marriage occurred May 15, 1865, Mary E. Burtone, of New Philadelphia, Tuscarawas County, becoming his wife. He had one child by his first marriage, and four by the second, three of the latter living namely: Edward T., born September 12, 1868; Harry C., November 7, 1873 , and Jesse A., October 23, 1878. Mrs. Waters was born March 9, 1846. Mr. Waters is one of the most enterprising citizens of the town, and does a large business, employing usually about fifteen workmen, his factory being provided with the latest improved machinery. He is a member of the Knights of Honor, Royal Arcanum, and the Universalist Church. JAMES

W. WHITE, M. D., Upper Sandusky, was born in Lancaster, Ohio, October 11, 1842. He is the son of Dr. James and Mariah (Beecher) White, natives of Pennsylvania and Cincinnati, Ohio respectively. James W., the subject of this sketch, remained at home with his parents till twenty one years of age, and attended the village schools. He afterward obtained a classical education at the Denison University of Granville, Ohio, and entered the Ohio Medical College at Cincinnati in 1859, graduating in 1861. He began the practice of his profession at Lancaster, but a few months after, passed a medical examination at Columbus, Ohio, and was appointed assistant Surgeon on Gen. Granger's staff; he served in this capacity a few months, and after passing a second examination at Louisville, Ky ., was promoted to Acting Surgeon, and placed in charge of the field hospitals at Huntsville and Decatur, Ala., serving at these places eleven months. At the close of the war Mr. White returned to Lancaster for a short period, and subsequently removed to Upper Sandusky in 1866. He opened a drug store in connection with his practice, but disposed of his stock in 1868, since which time he has devoted his entire attention to his profession. He has established an extensive practice, being at present the attending physician of the Wyandot County Infirmary; he is also a member of the Ohio Medical Association.

WILLIAM WITZEL is a native of Prussia, born October 1, 1827; his parents were Gotlieb and Theresa (Byron) Witzel who died while he was yet an infant; he resided with his uncle, Charley Brange, till fifteen years of age, and then learned the trade of house carpenter, which he followed ten years in Germany; he came to America in 1853, and located in Marion County; he enlisted in Company B, Sixty-fourth Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry, September 22. 1862, and entered the war, participating in the battles of Chickamauga, Mission Ridge, siege of Knoxville, Buzzard's Roost, Resaca, Kenesaw Mountain, and others. In the engagement at Kenesaw Mountain be was wounded in the shoulder on account of which he was discharged at Columbus, February 9, 1865. Mr. Witzel purchased his present farm of fifty-one acres in April, 1865. and has since engaged in agricultural pursuits; he was married June 13, 1855, to Frances A. Kramer, a native of Franklin County, Ohio, born October 3, 1837. Eight children were born to them, two deceased-August W., was born April 5, 1856; Gustavus G., January 20, 1861; Anna M., June 14,1863; Maria A., August 2, 1866; Jacob H., December 26, 1873; Clara P., December 27, 1880; Charley H., July 23, 1858. The latter died November 22, 1861, and an infant is also deceased. In politics, Mr. Witzel is an Independent, himself and family being members of the German Lutheran Church at Upper Sandusky.

DARIUS H. S. WILLIAMS is a native of Lorain County, Ohio, born July 13, 1822, and son of Dr. Hiram S. and Julia (Hays) Williams, natives of Berkshire County, Mass., and of English and Scotch ancestry respective-

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ly. They were married in their native county, and were the parents of six children, three of these-Darius H., John Q., and Charlotte C-are still living. Dr. Williams removed from Massachusetts to Lorain County, Ohio, in 1817, where, with the exception of two years in Chippewa County, he en. joyed an extensive practice till 1838, his wife's decease occurring in that year. His death took place, March 2, 1841, in his forty-eighth year. Darius Williams, the subject of this sketch, spent his childhood and youth in the counties of Lorain and Medina, removing to Wisconsin at the age of twenty and engaging in various callings in that State, till his return to Medina County in 1 52; he resided in Medina County, engaged in agricultural pursuits, till 1871, at which time he removed to this county, purchasing. sixty acres of land in Crane Township. From 1868 to 1871, he was agent of the Ohio Farmer's Insurance Company, and traveled over Wyandot County. In the spring of 1872, he was appointed Superintendent of the County Infirmary, holding this office five years, after which he returned to his farm, which he sold in 1881, subsequently purchasing his present farm of eighty acres, where he is now engaged in general farm pursuits. Mr. Williams was married. January 1, 1853, to Mary Parmeter, a native of Pennsylvania, born in 1825. Two children were born to them-George I., born January 22, 1859, and Myrta M., born May 22, 1867. Mrs. Williams' death occurred March 8. 1869 and Mr. W. was again married, March 22, 1870, to Mrs. Annie H. Ward, widow of Enos B. Ward, deceased. She was a daughter of Cyrus F. and Mary (Bidwell) Beebe, born in Franklin County, Ohio, January 1, 1840; her parents were natives of Vermont and Ohio respectively, and of English ancestry. Mr. and Mrs. Williams have but one child-Frank D., born December 23, 1870. Although a Republican, Mr. Williams held his position as Superintendent of the Infirmary five years, with a full Democratic Board of Directors; he is a member of the IOOF., and a substantial and well. respected citizen.

SAMUEL J. WIRICK, of the firm of Wirick, Cook & Co,, was born in Perry County, Ohio, September 4, 1845, son of Valentine and Elizabeth (Bowman) Wirick, natives of Pennsylvania, and of German ancestry- They came to Ohio before their marriage, and settled in Perry County, where they reared a family of eight children, all living at the present time. Samuel J. Wirick was reared upon a farm, and attended the district schools, closing his literary pursuits at Heidelberg College, Tiffin, Ohio, at the age of nineteen. He engaged in teaching during the winter months, and worked upon the farm in summer for a few years, but abandoned his pedagogic work at twenty three, turning his entire attention to agriculture for four years. In 1872, he began business in the grocery trade on the corner of Sandusky avenue and Johnson street, and was engaged in that occupation, with the exception of two years, devoted exclusively to the nursery business, in which he still engages to a limited extent; he removed to Billhardt's block in 1883, when he carried an extensive stock of everything pertaining to their line, until the spring of 1884, when he sold his stock to G. G. Kramer, and formed a partnership with his brother, J. Q. Wirick, and has since been engaged in the implement trade, under the firm name of Wirick Bros. They make a specialty of the Doering Twine Binder, having sold ninety of these machines during the years 1880-83, besides seventeen of the Minneapolis Binders, and a large number of smaller implements. They carry a stock of $8,000 to $10,000, and do an annual business of about $18,000 to $20,000. Mr. Wirick was married October 10, 1867, to Margaret C. Hale, daughter of John and

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Elizabeth (Donor) Hale, early settlers of this county. They are the parents of six children, five still living, namely: Carrie B., Lizzie M., Grace E., Mary V. and Myrtle A. John V. is deceased, dying at the age of ton months. Mr. Wirick is a member of the IOOF, Royal Arcanum and Knights of Honor. In politics, he is a Democrat.

HON. SAMUEL M. WORTH, Justice of the Peace, and a time-honored pioneer, was born in Starksboro, Vt., May 1, 1814, He is the son of Joseph and Charlotte (Ellison) Worth, Mr. Worth learned the printer's trade at the age of fourteen, and engaged in this craft about eight years, after which time he removed to Ohio, settling at Little Sandusky, where he resided a number of years. In 1845 he was elected County Auditor, being the first officer chosen for that position in this county, and served in that capacity with credit to his constituents five years. At the expiration of his term of office he returned to Little Sandusky, where he engaged in mercantile pursuits fifteen years. In 1865 he was elected Representative of the county, and in 1867, re-elected to the same office, after which he removed to Upper Sandusky, where he has since resided, and where he engaged in the dry goods business several years. Mr. Worth served two years as County Commissioner, was one year in the City Council, and was elected Justice of the Peace in 1882, in which capacity be is now serving. He was captain in the militia in 1837, and has always been a thorough Democrat. His marriage to Betsey A. Fowler occurred April 28, 1846. She is a daughter of Dr. Stephen and Leefe (Stephens) Fowler, the former being one of the founders of Little Sandusky, and among the earliest and most distinguished pioneers of this section. Mr. and Mrs. Worth are the parents of six children, five of whom are living-Charles F., Irene, Effa, Leefe and Zilla. The deceased was Wayne W., whose death occurred at the age of four years.

ELIZABETH ZIMMERMAN was born in Westmoreland County, Penn., March 5, 1808. She is the widow of Henry Zimmerman and daughter of Jacob and Susan (Williams) Steelsmith. Her marriage to Henry Zimmerman, also a native of Westmoreland County, Penn., occurred October 28, 1830, and twelve children were born to them-eight now living; their names are as follows: Jacob, Rebecca L., Susan, Margaret, Minnie, Lydia, Henry S. and Annie B. The deceased are Catharine A., Mary A. and Zeruiah-all infants, and Bela B., who died at the age of thirty-eight, and was a soldier in the late war in Company D, Fifteenth Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry, serving three years. During the greater part of this time he was engaged in the Signal Service on Lookout Mountain, receiving an honorable discharge at the expiration of his term of enlistment. He re. turned home and soon after entered the Poughkeepsie Business College, graduating in 1865, and subsequently engaged seven years as conductor on the Pittsburgh, Fort Wayne & Chicago Railroad. His health failed, and after three years as proprietor of the Zimmerman House, at Greensburg, Penn., he died June 29,1880. Henry Zimmerman, husband of our subject, removed to Stark County, Ohio, from Pennsylvania, in 1840, and to Upper Sandusky in 1845. He was among the first settlers, and was proprietor of the old " Blue Ball Hotel " from 1 848 to November 22, 1866-the date of his death. Mrs. Zimmerman is still living, now in her seventy-sixth year. Her second daughter, Rebecca L., who has been for many years a teacher in the public schools of Upper Sandusky, was married October 31, 1867, to William H. Jones, who died March 8, 1870, aged forty-nine years. He was a prominent citizen of the county, having served both as President and Secretary of

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the Agricultural Society, and as member of the Union School Board. Jacob, the eldest son, is a leading citizen-Representative of his district-of Wabash County, Ill. to which place he removed in 1852. The first decade was spent in journalism, editing at one time the Illinoisan, of Clark County, and subsequently the Constitution, of Urbana, Champaign County. Since then he has been engaged in agricultural pursuits, but ever taking a deep interest in everything that pertains to the elevation of the community at large.