450 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY John I. Hodson Drug Company of East Liverpool as a pharmacist until January, 1918, when he accepted his present position as manager of Davis Burkham & Tyle Company, leading piano dealers of the city. On Oct. 29, 1913, Mr. Dawson was united in marriage with Miss Edith Cripps, a native of this city, and the daughter of S. J. and Blanche (Hollingshead) Cripps. Mr. Cripps, secretary of the S. C. Williams Cooperage Company, resides in East Liverpool. His wife is deceased. Politically, Mr. Dawson is a Democrat. He holds membership in the First Methodist Episcopal Church and manifests a keen interest in missionary affairs of the church. He served as president of the Kiwanis Club in 1924. Both Mr. and Mrs. Dawson have a wide acquaintance in the community and many friends. D. F. White is among East Liverpool's successful pioneer business men. He is extensively engaged in the real estate and insurance business. He was born in Carroll County, Ohio, Aug. 2, 1860, and is the son of David and Caroline (Bryan) White. David White was a native of Beaver County, Pa., as was his wife. In 1852 they settled in Carroll County, Ohio, and Mr. White established a general mercantile business at Wattsville. During the Civil War he was a conductor on the "underground railroad" and was one of the leaders of that movement in this section. He had volunteered for service, but on account of a large family of daughters and having a farm for production to carry on the war, he was released: However, he was commissioned to raise recruits for the army and sent three full companies to the front. In 1889 Mr. White removed to East Liverpool, where he died the following year. He was an ardent prohibitionist and did much campaigning for that cause. Caroline (Bryan) White died in September, 1910, and with her husband is buried at Scroggsfield, Carroll County, Ohio. To Mr. and Mrs. White 11 children were born as follows : Hannah, married David Ralston, who died in January, 1924, and she lives at Smiths Ferry, Ohio ; Anna, married Archie Seawright, both deceased ; Lizzie, Evelyn, Aaron, and Ella, all deceased, having died from black diptheria within 12 days of each other in 1862 ; D. F., the subject of this sketch ; Henry Bryan, deceased ; Kate Lulu, married John Grant, lives in East Liverpool ; Caroline, married HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 451 W. W. Price, lives at Burbank, Cal.; and Mary Belle, the widow of Elmer Stephenson, lives at Burbank, Cal. D. F. White spent his boyhood in Carroll County and was graduated from Fox Township Academy in 1881. He farmed on the home place until 1887, at which time he moved to East Liverpool and engaged in the pottery business as a kiln hand for 13 years. He then went into the real estate business in East Liverpool. He served as a member of the city police force for two two years and in 1891 opened his present offices in the Hill Building, 543 Mulberry Street. Besides his real estate interests Mr. White is a well known insurance man of this section. In 1883 Mr. White was united in marriage with Miss Anna Belle Yoder, of Carroll County, who died in 1893, leaving the following children: Effie May, married James Crites, lives in Los Angeles, Cal.; Adnah L., married Jessie Andrews, secretary of the Federal Building & Loan Company, East Liverpool ; James D., married Anna Linden, lives at Lansing, Mich. ; Howard B., deceased ; and Emma C., married John Robbins, lives in East Liverpool. In 1895 Mr. White was married to Miss Mattie J. Smith, of Carlton, Ohio, the daughter of John Vance Smith, deceased. To Mr. and Mrs. White were born nine children as follows: Vance Smith, married Viva Bowman, enlisted for service during the World War with the Canadian army, Jan. 1, 1918, and was killed in action in France, Oct. 12, 1918, is buried at Bucquoy Road, British Cemetery, Ficheux ; Helen, died at the age of three years ; Adeline, married James A. Reaney, lives in East Liverpool ; Charles and Bryan, twins, both deceased ; Robert M., Paul A., both at home; Ruth and Donald, both deceased. Mr. White is a member .of the Second United Presbyterian Church and a dependable citizen of Columbiana County. He is a Republican. He has been a member of the school board since 1917 and since 1925 has been president of the board. James E. Davis, a prominent attorney of East Liverpool, who has been successfully engaged in the practice of his profession for 23 years, is a native of Ohio. He was born on a farm six miles from East Liverpool, near Calcutta, Oct. 13, 1874, and is the son of Jeb L. and Margaret (McFarland) Davis. 452 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY Jeb L. Davis, deceased, was a veteran of the Civil War. He was born in Kentucky and followed general farming during his entire life. He served throughout the Civil War with Company E, 22nd Kentucky Volunteer Infantry and received the rank of corporal. Mr. and Mrs. Davis settled in Columbiana County at an early date and they are both now deceased and buried in Riverview Cemetery, East Liverpool. Their only child was James E., the subject of this sketch. After attending the schools of St. Clair Township, Columbiana County, James E. Davis entered Mount Hope Academy, which was conducted by Prof. A. Y. Taylor, and which later burned. He also was graduated from Northeastern Ohio Normal University, Canfield, Ohio, and from Ohio Northern University, Ada, Ohio, in the class of 1901. The same year he read law with Judge L. T. Farr, at Rogers, Ohio. Mr. Davis established his practice in East Liverpool in 1902 and now ranks among the representative attorneys of this section of the state. He is identified with the Columbiana County Bar Association, the Federal Courts, the Ohio State Bar, the Southern Columbiana Bar Association, and the Ohio State Bar Association. In 1899 Mr. Davis was united in marriage with Miss Mary Houston, of Calcutta, Ohio, and they have a daughter, Helen, who resides in East Liverpool. Jacob Shenkel, retired, is a veteran of the Civil War and a highly esteemed citizen of East Liverpool. He was born in Pittsburgh, Jan. 1, 1841, and is the son of Nicholas and Catherine (Gross) Shenkel. Nicholas Shenkel came to this country from Germany at an early age and located in Pittsburgh, where he followed his trade as a shoemaker. In 1847 he removed to East Liverpool and was engaged in the pottery business here until his death. His wife, also a native of Germany, is deceased. Mr. and Mrs. Shenkel were the parents of ten children, as follows : Charles, deceased, was a Civil War veteran ; Jacob, the subject of this sketch ; Albert, deceased, was also a Civil War veteran ; William, lives in Kansas ; Fred, lives at Whitehall, Ill. ; George, lives in Chicago ; Josephine, married Thomas Robinson, both deceased ; Mary, married Joseph Peterson, a Civil War veteran, both deceased ; and two children died in infancy. HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 453 Jacob Shenkel attended the schools of East Liverpool and when a young man learned the potter's trade. At the outbreak of the Civil War he enlisted in Pittsburgh and served with Company L, 62nd Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry. He engaged in the following important battles of the war : Yorktown, Hanover Court House, Mechanicsville, Gaines Mills, Malvern Hill, Harrison's Landing, Second Battle of Bull Run ; Antietam, Shepardstown, Chancellorsvills, Gettysburg, Rappahannock, Mine Run, Wilderness, Spottsylvania, North Anne, Petersburg, and a number of minor skirminishes. He was discharged Aug. 15, 1865. He immediately returned to East Liverpool and engaged in the grocery business in partnership with John N. Taylor. In connection with the store was the post office, and Mr. Shenkel was assistant post master to John N. Taylor. In 1881 Mr. Shenkel became interested in the pottery industry in partnership with Noah Frederick, and together they organized the Globe Pottery Company. Mr. Shenkel has lived retired for a number of years. On Jan. 1, 1867, Mr. Shenkel was married to Miss Anna E. Cowen, of Pittsburgh, who died in June, 1892. They were the parents of five children : Florine, died at the age of 12 years ; Mentor, mention of whom is made below ; Pearl and Daisy, at home ; and Remus, lives in Illinois. Mentor Shenkel is a native of East Liverpool and a potter by trade. He has three sons : Edwin, served throughout the World War ; Milden S., served three years with the U. S. Marines ; and Jason. Jacob Shenkel is a Republican, and has been affiliated with the Masonic Lodge for the past 60 years. He has served as master four years and commander one year. He has been an active member of the Grand Army of the Republic and at present is Adjutant of the local post. Will L. Thompson, deceased, was a representative citizen and successful business man of East Liverpool. He was born in Beaver County, Pa., Nov. 7, 1847, the son of Josiah and Sarah (Jackman) Thompson, and a grandson of William and Eleanor (McDowell) Thompson. Josiah Thompson was a native of Washington County, Pa., born in 1811. His father was a native of Ireland, of Scotch parentage. William Thompson, grandfather of the subject of his sketch, was brought to this country by his parents Mr. and Mrs. Mathew Thompson, who located in 454 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY Washington County, Pa. His early life was spent there but after reaching his majority he moved his family to Columbiana County and settled at Calcutta where for a number of years he conducted a hotel. Josiah Thompson received a limited education in the pioneer log schools of this county. When 14 years of age began serving as an apprentice saddler, but not liking the business he soon abandoned it. He went to Calcutta, Ohio and later Smith's Ferry. In 1848 he conducted a drygoods business in East Liverpool until his retirement in 1878. He died Nov. 22, 1889. Will L. Thompson was educated in the common schools of East Liverpool, attended Beaver Academy, and was graduated from Mount Union College. The musical talent which has made Mr. Thompson known over the world, developed early. In 1873 he became a student in the New England Conservatory of Music, Boston, Mass., and while in that city also studied under the special instruction of Carlyle Petersyllia. In 1876 Mr. Thompson went to Europe to study harmony and composition and spent four months in the Conservatory of Music at Leipsic, Germany. He was only 16 years of age when he wrote "Darling Minnie Gray." In 1875 he wrote four songs : "Gathering Shells from the Seashore," "Drifting with the Tide," "My Home on the Old Ohio," and "Under the Moonlit Sky." In 1891 he established the Thompson Music Company in Chicago which was disposed of early in the nineties. A business of the same nature was carried on in East Liverpool for several years. Mr. Thompson was also the composer of many gospel hymns, among the most popular being "Softly and Tenderly," "Lead me Gently Home Father" and "Jesus is all the World to Me." It is estimated that the combined sales of his concert quartets reached two million copies. Among his latest books were "Thompson's Anthem Quartets," "Thompson's Class and Concert," and "The New Century Hymnal." He died in 1909 and his wife died in 1919. They are buried in Rieverview Cemetery, East Liverpool. Mr. Thompson was married to Miss Elizabeth Johnson, the daughter of Dr. Robert Johnson of Wellsville. They had a son, Leland, born Nov. 9, 1896. He resides in East Liverpool. During the later years of his life Mr. Thompson was extensively engaged in real estate. He was the promoter of two of the cities subdivisions, Gardendale and Sunnyside. Mr. Thompson erected a monument at West Point, Ohio, which marked the spot where the Confederate raider, Gen. John H. Morgan, HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 455 surrendered his command to Major George W. Rue, July 26, 1863. This is the most northern point reached by any body of Confederate troops during the Civil War. Politically Mr. Thompson was a Republican. He held membership in the Presbyterian Church and was affiliated with the Masonic Lodge. William H. Shaw, cashier of the Columbiana County Finance Company, East Liverpool, is an enterprising young business man and a veteran of the World War. He was born in Bradford, Yorkshire, England, June 26, 1892, and is the son of Thomas and Isabella (Moore) Shaw. Thomas Shaw, deceased, spent his entire life in England and was a general farmer. His wife resides in East Liverpool. They were the parents of seven children as follows: William H., the subject of this sketch ; Herbert, served in the British Army during the World War, is deceased ; Gertrude Mary, married Arthur Smith, who served with the Canadian army during the World War, and they live in Toronto, Canada ; Kate, married Arthur Ryan, lives in Halifax, Yorkshire, England ; Harold, a chemist, at present located in South Africa ; Lillie, lives with her mother ; and Benjamin, lives in Toronto, Can. William H. Shaw spent his boyhood in his native land, attended the public schools, and was graduated from Halifax Technical College, where he specialized in the study of textile designing. He came to this country at the age of 19 years and settled in East Liverpool, where he attended Ohio Valley Business College. He engaged in the pottery business for a short time and was later associated in the insurance business with the law firm of Brokaw, Brokaw and C. W. Hendershot. He was later connected with the Morning Tribune as a bookkeeper and since 1921 has held his present position as cashier of the Columbiana County Finance Company, which, under his management has shown splendid progress each year. Mr. Shaw served during the World War, being located at Camp Sherman, Ohio. He was discharged in December, 1918. In 1917 Mr. Shaw was united in marriage with Miss Evelyn Brown, of East Liverpool, the daughter of E. H. and Emily (Pursell) Brown, residents of this city. Mrs. Shaw died Jan. 10, 1925, leaving two sons: Harold Arthur, born in March, 1919 ; and William Herbert, Jr., born Dec. 4, 1924. 456 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY Mr. Shaw is a Republican, a member of the Episcopal Church and belongs to the American Legion, Lions Club, Sons of St. George, and Moose Lodge. He is well known in East Liverpool and has a wide circle of friends. D. N. MacLean, widely known funeral director of Wellsville, is a member of a family that has long been identified with Columbiana County. He is a native of Wellsville, born Jan. 31, 1859, and the son of Lachlan and Elizabeth (Smith) MacLean. Lachlan MacLean, deceased, was born in Ohio. He came to Wellsville in 1850 and engaged in the general merchandise business. He was also a contractor. Mr. MacLean took an active interest in the early history of this community and was among its highly esteemed citizens. He was a Republican, held membership in the United Presbyterian Church, and died in 1872 at the age of 44 years. His wife died in 1915 and they are buried in Spring Hill Cemetery, Wellsville. To Mr. and Mrs. MacLean were born five children : Philip A., deceased ; Isabella J., the widow of Charles L. Booth, lives at Wellsville ; George J., deceased ; Charles A., lives at Wellsville ; and. D. N., the subject of this sketch. D. N. MacLean grew up in Wellsville and attended the public schools. In 1875 he went to Pittsburgh, where he served an apprenticeship at the harness making trade. Three years later he returned to Wellsville, where he engaged in the harness business. In 1881 with his brother, Philip A., engaged in the livery and undertaking business. At the time of the latter's death, April 18, 1918, D. N. MacLean became sole owner of the business. He has one of the finest funeral homes in this section of the state and a well established business. In 1885 Mr. MacLean was united in marriage with Miss Bianca H. Hanlin, of Newark, Ohio, born Oct. 19, 1861, and the daughter of J. Ross and Angelina (McFeely) Hanlin, natives of Jefferson County, Ohio, and both now deceased. Mr. Hanlin died March 19, 1915, and his wife died Dec. 6, 1919. To D. N. and Bianca H. (Hanlin) MacLean four children have been born, namely : Ross H., mention of whom is made below ; Wilbur L., born at Wellsville, May 23, 1889, is connected with the American Sheet & Tin Plate Company, Wellsville; Bianca E., born April 27, 1896, married Fred H. Eckfield, lives at Wellsville ; and Donald N., born HISTORY OF COLU1VIBIANA COUNTY - 457 Aug. 2, 1897, engaged in business with his father. There are four grandchildren : Daniel Norman and Mary Bianca Eckfield ; and Margaret Ann and Dorothy Elizabeth MacLean. Prof. Ross H. McLean was born at Wellsville, Nov. 3, 1888. He is a graduate of Cornell University and taught at the University of Michigan until his enlistment during the World War. He was transferred from the medical corps at Washington, D. C., to the second section, General Staff, Historical Department, and commissioned a first lieutenant. He served in this capacity overseas until the close of the war and is now a captain in the Historical Department, Reserve Corps. Mr. McLean is now engaged as Prof. of History at Emory University, Atlanta, Ga. D. N. MacLean is a Republican and he and his family are identified with the United Presbyterian Church. They have a wide acquaintance in Columbiana County and are representative of the best citizenship in the community. Robert J. McElravy is one of the representative business men of East Liverpool, where he is identified with the McElravy Brothers Motor Company as president and general manager. He was born at Carrollton, Carroll County, Ohio, Sept. 17, 1879, and is the son of Daniel Webster and Lydia Ann (Mercer) McElravy. Daniel Webster McElravy, a native of Harrison County, Ohio, was the son of James and Mary McElravy, and a well known building contractor of Carroll County. He died in June, 1911, and his wife, also a native of Harrison County, resides with her son in East Liverpool. She is the daughter of William and Ann Mercer, natives of Mercer County, Pa. To Mr. and Mrs. McElravy the following children were born: George W., married Mae Black, lives in Carroll County, Ohio, where he is engaged in farming ; Charles, lives in Carroll County ; John and Frank, both deceased ; Lillian M., lives with her brother in East Liverpool; Robert J., the subject of this sketch ; and Edward H., married Maud Burgess, lives in East Liverpool. Robert J. McElravy was graduated from Carrollton High School in 1897 and in that year came to East Liverpool and entered the employ of the Ohio Valley Gas Company. He resigned his position as cashier with this company in 1900 and became associated in business with C. A. Smith, 458 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY with whom he was identified until June 25, 1925. For several years he served as superintendent of the East Liverpool and Rock Springs Railway Company, which was owned by Mr. Smith. Mr. McElravy was also connected with the Steubenville, East Liverpool and Beaver Valley Traction Company as assistant general manager from 1915 to 1922 and was general manager of the Chester General Contracting Company of East Liverpool, Ohio from 1917 to 1922. C. A. Smith is one of the leading real estate operators of Columbiana County and has extensive business interests with which Mr. McElravy was identified with until 1925. On Jan. 1, 1923, Mr. McElravy established his present business at 114 South Market Street. He had the agency for the White trucks and in 1924 took over the agency for the Nash and Marmon automobiles. The McElravy Brothers Motor Company is among the leading automobile agencies of the county, and carries on a large volume of business. In 1905 Mr. McElravy was united in marriage with Miss Harriet V. Ashbaugh, the daughter of Oliver M. and Kate (Bradshaw) Ashbaugh, the former a native of East Liverpool and the latter of England. Mr. and Mrs. Ashbaugh are deceased. Mrs. McElravy died Feb. 14, 1914, and is buried in Riverview Cemetery. A daughter, Lydia Pauline, was born July 23, 1907. She was graduated from East Liverpool High School in 1925. Mr. McElravy is a Republican, a member of the Presbyterian Church, a 32nd degree Mason and belongs to the Shrine and Elks Lodge. He has been well and favorably known in Columbiana County for many years and is an excellent citizen. Dr. Hugh Marshall, a well known and successful dentist of East Liverpool, is a native of this city, born Jan. 31, 1885, the son of George and Susan (Ross) Marshall. Both the Marshall and Ross families are of old English ancestry, prominent in the pottery industries for many years. George Marshall, son of John Marshall, came to this country at the age of 12 years and spent the remainder of his life in East Liverpool. He was married here to Miss Susan Ross, the daughter of John and Elizabeth Ross. Mrs. Marshall has lived in this city since she was a child of nine years. Her husband died in 1900 and is buried in Riverview cemetery. To Mr. and Mrs. Marshall the following children were born : Elizabeth, married George Waulmaker, HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 459 lives in East Liverpool ; Jennie, married W. B. McMillian, lives in Pensacola, Fla. ; J. Edward and Henry Thomas, live in East Liverpool; and Hugh, the subject of this sketch. Hugh Marshall received his education in the public schools of East Liverpool and was graduated from the Ohio State College of Dental Surgery in 1909. He has practiced his profession in East Liverpool since that time and is thoroughly capable in his work. Dr. Marshall is identified with the Corydon Palmer Dental Society, the Ohio State Dental Society, and the National Dental Society. He is a Republican, a member of the Episcopal church and is affiliated with the Knights of Pythias. Benjamin W. Haines, who lives retired in East Liverpool, ranks among the honored pioneer citizens of Columbiana County and is a veteran of the Civil War. He was born in Bordeaux, France, Oct. 1, 1841, and is the son of Benjamin and Mary (Appleby) Haines. Both Benjamin Haines and his wife were natives of England. He traveled extensively and after his marriage lived in France for a number of years. In 1843 he went to New Mexico, then old Mexico, and shortly afterward settled in East Liverpool. He died at the age of 35 years. His wife is also deceased. They were the parents of four children, as follows: Benjamin W., the subject of this sketch ; Hannah, born in 1844, married Fred Croxall, both deceased ; Mary, married Charles Shenkel, of East Liverpool, who served throughout the Civil War in Company F, 46th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry, and they are both deceased ; and Caroline, the widow of John Orr, of East Liverpool, who served as a member of Company A, 115th Ohio Volunteer Infantry, during the Civil War. She resides in East Liverpool. Benjamin W. Haines was a small boy when his family located in East Liverpool. He attended the schools here and learned the potter's trade when a young man. At the outbreak of the Civil War he enlisted April 15, 1861, and served with Company F, 46th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry. He was sent to Washington, D. C., later into Maryland, and in March, 1862, crossed the Potomac River and went into action. Mr. Haines became disabled while with the 46th Regiment and was sent to a hospital 460 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY at Harrisburg, Pa., from which he was discharged Nov. 28, 1862. He returned to East Liverpool and in Dec., 1862, reenlisted in Company A, 115th Ohio Regiment and served with this regiment until it was mustered out in Tennessee, June 10, 1865. Afterward he was transfered to the 188th Ohio Regiment and they were discharged in Nashville, Tenn., in November, 1865. Mr. Haines then returned to East Liverpool and was connected with the pottery industry until the time of his retirement in 1919. He lives at 687 Lincoln Avenue. In 1861 Mr. Haines was united in marriage with Miss Katherine Peach, a native of Henrysburg, Ohio and the daughter of John and Frances Peach. She died April 19, 1923, and is buried in Riverview Cemetery. To Mr. and Mrs. Haines two daughters were born: Ina, the widow of John Tomlinson, lives with her father in East Liverpool ; and Ella, the widow of Henry C. Morley, lives in East Liverpool. Mr. Haines has been a life long Republican. He is a member of the Methodist Church and belongs to the Grand Army of the Republic. He is recognized as one of the representative and substantial citizens of the community in which he has spent so many years. William L. Swan is well and favorably known in East Liverpool, where he lives retired. He is a veteran of the Civil War. He was born in Washington County, Ohio, Dec. 14, 1843, and is the son of L. B. and Emily (Dustin) Swan. L. B. Swan was a native of Washington County, Ohio, and the son of Levi Swan. He was a cooper by trade and also extensively engaged in general farming. Emily (Dustin) Swan, a native of Ohio, was the daughter of Captain William Dustin, who served in the War of 1812. To Mr. and Mrs. Swan, deceased, the following children were born: Lucy, William L., Elizabeth, Mary, Emily, Eunice, Charles, John and George. William L. Swan was reared and educated in Washington County, Ohio. At the outbreak of the Civil War he enlisted in Company G, 92nd Ohio Volunteer Infantry and was sent to Marietta, Ohio. He engaged in several important battles including Chickamauga, Atlanta, and Kenasaw Mountain. He was also with General Sherman on his March to the Sea, and was discharged at Columbus, Ohio, June 10, 1865. He engaged in HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 461 farming for a number of years and in 1909 removed to East Liverpool, where he lives retired. Mr. Swan was married May 22, 1867 to Miss Mary Willing, who was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, the daughter of Albert and Minerva (Walton) Willing, both deceased. Mrs. Swan died in 1915. Mr. and Mrs. Swan were the parents of eight children as follows : William, lives in Pennsylvania ; Lucy, deceased, was the wife of Clarence Helmick, and they had two sons, Roy and Carl Helmick, both veterans of the World War ; Anna, married A. D. Osborne, lives in East Liverpool, and they have two daughters, Vera and Gladys Osborne ; Mary, deceased ; Charles, lives in Oregon ; Lawrence, lives in East Liverpool ; James, died in 1915 ; and Lillie, married J. C. Clemensen, lives in East Liverpool, and they have a daughter, Doris. Mr. Swan is a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church and belongs to the Grand Army of the Republic. He is a Republican. Ed B. Kell is among East Liverpool's most substantial and enterprising citizens where he is a member of the firm of Kell & Nathaniel, building contractors. He was born in Steubenville, Ohio, Feb. 3, 1877, and is the son of Joseph and Nancy (Spear) Kell. Joseph Kell, who lives retired in Steubenville, Ohio, is a native of that place, and the son of Hiram Kell, pioneer brick manufacturer of Steubenville. Nancy (Spear) Kell died in 1920. Mr. and Mrs. Kell had six children as follows : Mildred, married Thomas Bishop, lives in Steubenville ; Leonora, assistant secretary of the Jefferson Building & Loan Association, Steubenville ; Laura, married Bradley O'Neill, Steubenville ; Hiram, lives in Steubenville ; Joseph, deceased ; and Ed B., the subject of this sketch. After completing his schooling in the public schools, Ed B. Kell worked with his father who was associated with George Fickes, of Steubenville. In 1905 he came to East Liverpool, and worked for the contracting firm of Gamble & Surles until 1916. He has since been associated in business with Charles E. Nathaniel, and they rank among the leading builders of the city. Prominent among the buildings erected by this firm are : Methodist Episcopal Church, Jewish Temple, Metz Building, Jacob Stein Building, Chester High School, Chester, W. Va. They have also had large 462 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY contracts for brick work in the potteries of East Liverpool and Newell. Kell & Nathaniel are also well known builders of homes. Sept. 4, 1899, Mr. Kell was united in marriage with Miss Anna Kerr, of East Liverpool, and the daughter of Cross and Ella (Johnson) Kerr. Mr. Kerr is deceased and his widow resides in East Liverpool. Mr. and Mrs. Kell have four children: Walter, born in 1902, is associated in business with his father ; Gene, married T. Martin, lives at Chester, W. Va.; Ed B., Jr.; and Ruth Anna. Mr. Kell is a Republican, a member of the First Presbyterian Church and is affiliated with the Masonic Lodge and Knights of Pythias. He is a progressive citizen and is widely and favorably known throughout Columbiana County. Albert Irwin McLain, of East Liverpool, is a veteran of the World War and one of Columbiana County's prominent young business men. He was born at Irondale, Ohio, Oct. 28, 1893, and is the son of Jesse R. and Virginia (Jackson) McLain. Jesse R. McLain, who lives retired at Irondale, is a native of that place. During his active business career he was successfully engaged in the lumber business. He is a Republican, and has always been active in the politics of his community. His wife, a native of West Virginia, is deceased. To Mr. and Mrs. McLain were born six children as follows : Ida, married Frank Call, lives at Toronto, Ohio; Jesse, deceased ; Albert Irwin, the subject of this sketch ; Eynon, deceased ; Frank, deceased, married Mildred Stewart, who now lives in East Liverpool ; and Anna, lives at Irondale, Ohio. Albert Irwin McLain was reared and educated at Irondale and attended Akron Business College in 1914. He then spent several years at Wellsville in the employ of the American Sheet & Tin Plate Company as an electric craneman. He was later connected with the General Motors Supply Company at East Liverpool, and in 1916 he studied vulcanizing and tire repairing at the Goodyear school. Upon his return to East Liverpool he was again employed by the General Motors Supply Company until his enlistment for service during the World War in November, 1917. He was attached to the Signal Corps, U. S. Air Service, and was sent to Washing- HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 463 ton, D. C., and later to Camp Hancock, Ga. He studied at the Georgia Technical College, where he took a course in aeronautics. From there he was sent to Camp Green, N. C., and in February, 1918, sailed for France. He was stationed at various flying fields in France and also attended a school for aviators at Milan, Italy. He was discharged from service at Roosevelt Field, L. I. as a first class sergeant. Upon his return to East Liverpool, Mr. McLain was connected with the Crawford Motor Supply Company, successors to the General Motors Supply Company. In 1922 he purchased the Taylor Taxi Cab Company, which became known as McLain's White Line Cab Company. In 1923 he purchased the vulcanizing business from Mr. Crawford and in 1924 his business was organized as the McLain Yellow Taxi Company. Mr. McLain has a well established business and besides his taxi cab interests conducts a modern automobile repair shop. He handles tires, tubes and accessories and has a complete vulcanizing plant. In 1923 Mr. McLain was married to Miss Nellie Devon of East Liverpool, the daughter of Henry and Ellen Devon, residents of this city. Mr. McLain is a Republican, a member of the First Baptist Church, a 32nd degree Mason, and belongs to the American Legion. He is accounted an alert business man and is a reliable citizen. Levi Hamilton, retired, is a well known and respected citizen of East Liverpool and a veteran of the Civil War. He was born in Hancock County, W. Va., Nov. 14, 1842, and is the son of Thomas and Elizabeth (Glacer) Hamilton. Both Thomas Hamilton and his wife were natives of West Virginia who settled in Beaver County, Pa., in 1847. He was a miner. They were the parents of the following children: Frank, deceased, served during the Civil War with Company H, 140th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry ; Levi, the subject of this sketch ; Mary, Margaret Jane, Elizabeth, and Thomas, all deceased ; and Lavina, married James Bloor, lives at Irondale, Ohio. Levi Hamilton was reared and educated in Beaver County, Pa. He enlisted in Company I, 140th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry, and engaged in 17 battles of the war, including Gettysburg, Wilderness, Chancellorsville, Spottsylvania, etc. His company was in command of Col. Dick 464 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY Roberts, who was killed at Gettysburg. Colonel Fraser was then in charge of the regiment until the close of the war. Mr. Hamilton has lived in East Liverpool since 1869 and was employed in the local potteries until his retirement in 1923. Mr. Hamilton was married to Mrs. Mary Ann Roach Call of Jefferson County, Ohio. They have no children. Mr. Hamilton is a Democrat. He has always been an enthusiastic member of the Grand Army of the Republic. Mr. Hamilton recalls with pride his meeting with Abraham Lincoln in Washington, D. C. in 1864 when he shook hands with the president. James S. Connor, who is successfully engaged in the transfer business at Wellsville, is a member of one of Columbiana County's early families. He was born in this city, Aug. 8, 1871, and is the son of James and Ann (Ferrick) Connor. James Connor, deceased, was a native of Ireland, as was his wife. At an early age he came to the United States and after spending several years in Wisconsin, settled in Wellsville, where he engaged in the transfer business. He was one of the first men of this section to take up that line of work. Mr. Connor was a Democrat and a member of the Catholic Church. He and his wife are deceased. They were the parents of nine children, as follows: Catherine, deceased, was the wife of W. J. Maloney, lives at Niles, Ohio ; S. William, engaged in the transfer business at Wellsville ; Bernard and Thomas, both deceased ; Margaret, married P. J. Suskie, lives at Wellsville; Thomas, deceased ; James S., the subject of this sketch ; Bernard and John, both deceased. After completing his schooling in the public schools James S. Connor engaged in business with his father, and since the latter's death has been sole owner. He has been very successful in his business and is well known throughout the county. On Feb. 16, 1913, Mr. Connor was married to Miss Ellen Woodbury, who was born at Kingsville, Ohio, March 2, 1882, the daughter of R. E. and Frances (Shelton) Woodbury. The Woodbury family is one of the oldest families of Ashtabula County, and Mrs. Connor's great-grandmother, Sophia Woodbury, was the first school teacher of that county. HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 465 She is also related to Judge Woodbury, Ashtabula County's first judge. R. E. Woodbury was a veteran of the Civil War and served as justice of the peace of Kingsville, Ohio, for many years. He died March 17, 1915, and his wife died March 29, 1922. They were the parents of the following children: Charles, deceased ; Edna, married Leander Wakeman, both deceased ; Louise, died in infancy ; Alvin, lives in Cleveland; Susan, deceased ; George, lives in Conneaut, Ohio ; Ana, lives at Ashland, Ky.; and Mrs. Connor. To Mr. and Mrs. Connor have been born two children: Mildred, born July 7, 1915 ; and James, born Aug. 22, 1917. Mr. Connor is a Democrat, a member of the Catholic Church and belongs to the Knights of Columbus and the Modern Woodmen of America. William Fitzjohn, of East Liverpool, was born at Worksop, Nottinghamshire, England, Sept. 1, 1881, and is the son of James and Clara ( Woodward ) Fitzjohn. James Fitzjohn was born in Sheffield, England, as was his wife. He was interested in coal mining during his entire life and died in 1924. His wife resides at Shireoaks, England. Mr. and Mrs. Fitzjohn were the parents of the following children: William, the subject of this sketch ; Helen, lives in East Liverpool; Rose, married George Bowen, lives in East Liverpool ; James, lives in England ; Anna, lives in England; Edith, married Frank Rewley, who was killed while in service during the World War ; George, a veteran of the World War, lives at Shireoaks, England ; Herbert, was killed in France duriwhilee World War, July 15, 1918, whilp serving as a member of the Scotch Highlanders Regiment; Albert, lives in England ; Ernest, served with "His Majesty's Navy" during the World War ; Arthur, lives in England ; Dora, lives in East Liverpool; Samuel, deceased ; and Lucy, lives in England. William Fitzjohn was reared and educated in England and at an early age was employed in the coal mines as a corporal in charge of the drivers of the mines. He later went to South Wales as a coal contractor and in 1911 came to the United States. After 18 months spent in Seattle, Wash., he returned to England for a short time. He then located in Des Moines, Iowa, and later went to the copper mines of Butte, Mont. In August, 1918, he settled at Chester, W. Va., and engaged in the coal (30)V1 466 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY business there until December, 1923, at which time he purchased a grocery store known as The Pleasant Heights Grocery, located on the Lisbon Road. He sold his grocery business in November, 1925, but retains his residence there. Mr. Fitzjohn married Miss Margaret Evans, of Wales, the daughter of John and Elizabeth (Weaver) Evans. They have three children : Elizabeth, married Raymond Wynn, a World War veteran, and they have two children, Margaret, born in 1922, and Clara, born in 1925 ; John William, lives at Chester, W. Va. ; and Clara, at home. Politically, Mr. Fitzjohn is a Republican. He holds membership in the Baptist Church. Mr. Fitzjohn is a athlete of note, having begun his career as a runner when a boy of 14 years. He won second place in the Duke of Portland's race at Creswell, England, and in 1901 went to South Wales as a cross country runner. In 1905 he was picked from several thousand athletes to represent England in the International Races at Paris, and in the 15 mile cross country race finished third. The following year he was again chosen to represent England in the International Races at Glasgow, Scotland, and finished in fourth place. In 1907 he represented England at Cardiff, Wales, and was among the winners in this cross country race. Mr. Fitzjohn has trained many athletes in England, among them being E. T. Arthur, who won the army cross country championship and also the world championship in 1905. He also trained W. Grail, who won the Welch Mile Championship in 1905-6. Mr. Fitzjohn has a fine collection of trophies and loving cups, of which he is justly proud. Rev. Donald William MacLeod, D. D., pastor of the First Presbyterian Church of East Liverpool, is a leading and influential citizen of Columbiana County. He was born at North River, Victoria County, Nova Scotia, Jan. 6, 1876, and is the son of Donald J. and Euphemia Alexandria (MacLean) MacLeod. Donald J. MacLeod, deceased, was one of the outstanding figures in the public life of Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia. He was born at Newcampbelton, Victoria County. He began his career as a school teacher, later took a business course, and was considered one of the most expert accountants of Nova Scotia. He was private secretary to Hon. P. J. HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 467 Archibold, Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia, was a member of Victoria County's Municipal Council for a number of years, was the standard bearer of the Liberal party in Victoria County in the provincial campaign of 1885, and was for many years the city clerk and treasurer of Sydney, N. S. His wife, who was born at Little Bras Dor, Victoria County, resides at Sydney, N. S. To Mr. and Mrs. MacLeod six children were born as follows : Rev. Donald William, the subject of this sketch ; Rev. Kenneth E., born in 1877 ; Norman Duncan, born in 1878, deceased, was a graduate of Quebec Military Academy ; Mary Florence, born in 1880, lives at Sydney, N. S. ; Christine Sarah, R. N., born in 1885, superintendent of Lowell General Hospital, Lowell, Mass. ; and John Norman, born in 1887, lives at Sydney, N. S., and was one of the defeated Liberal candidates in the last Provincial election. Rev. Donald William MacLeod received his education at Sydney, N. S., and was graduated from Sydney Academy, Franklin College, Ohio, and Western Theological Seminary. He received the degree of Doctor of Divinity from his alma mater in 1916 and the degree of B. S. T., from Western Theological Seminary in 1924. He was pastor of the Dresden and Muskingum churches, Muskingum County, Ohio, from 1908 until 1913, when he removed to East Liverpool as pastor of the First Presbyterian Church. He has been chairman of the Home Missions Committee of Steubenville Presbytery for over ten years, was twice a commissioner from the Presbytery to the General Assembly. The first time he was chairman of the Standing Committee on Temperance and the second time was appointed chairman of the Committee on Theological Seminaries. In 1923 he was elected moderator of the Synod of Ohio. On Aug. 4, 1905, Reverend MacLeod was married at New Athens, Ohio, to Miss Jessie Florence Dickerson of Cadiz, Ohio, the daughter of Joshua and Martha (Brokaw) Dickerson. Mrs. MacLeod is a descendent of Revolutionary soldiers on both her father and her mother's side. On the paternal side she is a descendent of John Jameson, a Revolutionary soldier, and a member of Colonel Crawford's force when he made his expedition against the Sandusky Indians. Her great-great-grandfather, Thomas Dickerson, was one of the first families to settle west of the Alleghenies. He came near the present site of Elizabeth, Pa., and built a mill there. Later his son moved to Harrison County, Ohio. One member of the Dickerson family of Cadiz, Ohio was the beloved mother 468 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY of President Harding. Mrs. MacLeod is a member of Moravian Trail Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, Cadiz, Ohio. To Reverend and Mrs. MacLeod have been born three children : Martha Euphemia, born Sept. 10, 1906, a senior in Linden Hall Seminary, Lititz, Pa.; Mary Christine, born Dec. 22, 1908, a senior in East Liverpool High School ; and Donald Dickerson, born March 18, 1912. Reverend MacLeod is a Republican and has served as a director of the Carnegie Library, East Liverpool, for eight years. He is affiliated with the Masonic Lodge, Independent Order of Odd Fellows, Scotch Society and Kiwanis Club. The MacLeod family were Scotch Highlanders who came to Canada from the Isle of Lewis, the ancient home of the clan MacLeod. Reverend MacLeod is a descendant of the Highland chief to whom Sir Walter Scott refers as the "Lord of the Mist." His grandmother, Christine Morrison, traced her descent to the Morrisons of Lewis, the hereditiary judges of the Island. The MacLeods have been Covenanters and Presbyterians since the beginning of Protestism in Scotland, many of them sealing their testimony to the faith with their blood. Reverend MacLeod is a direct desendent of Rev. Peter Mackay, a noted Highland preacher of early days. The family has given many sons to the ministry. Ray F. Seitz is among the enterprising and successful young business men of East Liverpool, where he is proprietor of the Seitz Battery and Electric Company. He was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, Sept. 13, 1900, and is a son of Louis P. and Mary (Telscher) Seitz. Louis P. Seitz and wife were natives of Hamilton, Ind.; they have five children : Lenora, married Frank Switzer, lives at Chester, W. Va.; Louise, at home ; Sylvia, married Barney Keuper, lives in East Liverpool ; Ray F., the subject of this sketch ; and Edgar, lives in Detroit, Mich. Ray F. Seitz attended the parochial schools at Portsmouth, Ohio, and studied electrical work at St. Joseph's Institute, Techny, Ill. He studied telegraphy but soon became interested in electrical work and until 1919 was employed by the Shelby Shoe Company of Portsmouth, Ohio. He then located in East Liverpool, where he was connected with the American Sheet & Tin Plate Company until 1921, at which time he established his HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 469 present business at 225 West Sixth Street. Mr. Seitz carries a complete line of radios, is agent for the U. S. L. Battery and conducts a first class electrical repair shop, giving eight-hour battery charging service. In November, 1922, Mr. Seitz was married to Miss Dorothy Heald, who was born at Parkersburg, W. Va., the daughter of Frank L. and Mary (Hile) Heald. Mr. and Mrs. Heald are residents of Chester, W. Va. Mr. and Mrs. Seitz have a son, Louis, born Feb. 23, 1924. Mr. Seitz holds membership in the Catholic Church and is affiliated with the Knights of Columbus. James J. Reese is one of the successful business men of East Liverpool, where he is engaged in the jewelry business. He was born in this city, March 1, 1883, and is the son of John and Margaret (Johnston) Reese. John Reese was born in Wales. At the age of nine years he began an apprenticeship at the cabinet maker's trade, being bound out under the old British system to learn this trade. When a young man he came to the United States and settled at Allegheny, Pa., where he was married. He spent several years in Kansas City, Mo., later coming to East Liverpool, where he died in 1914, at the age of 64 years. His wife, a native: of Beaver County, Pa., died Oct. 20, 1925, and is buried in Riverview Cemetery, East Liverpool. To Mr. and Mrs. Reese seven children were born as follows : J. William and Edward P., who live at East Liverpool, the former, J. William being a general plaster and concrete contractor and Edward P., a dishmaker with Knowles, Taylor & Knowles Pottery Company ; May me, married Joseph J. Duke, lives in East Liverpool ; James J., the subject of this sketch ; Catherine, deceased, was the wife of Joseph Laughlin, who lives in Pittsburgh, Pa. ; Dr. David L., mention of whom is made below ; and Lloyd G., a graduate of East Liverpool High School and Miami University, Ohio, and took a medical course in Wester Reserve University and graduated at the University of Pittsburgh Medical School. He is now serving as interne at Dixmont, Pa., in the hospital for the insane. He is a veteran of the World War. Dr. David L. Reese, a prominent physician and surgeon of Pittsburgh, is a World War veteran. He received his degree as Doctor of Medicine from Western Reserve University, Cleveland. At the outbreak of the 470 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY World War he enlisted in the Medical Reserve Corps, was sent to Fort Oglethorpe, Ga., and later transferred to Newport News, Va., as an examining physician. He served in France and in many important engagements of the war and was later located in a base hospital at Valdahan, France, as an attending physician. After the close of the war he was discharged as a first lieutenant and returned to Pittsburgh, where he engaged in practice with Dr. Bryant, at that time a member of the staff of the University of Pittsburgh. Dr. Reese's offices are located in the Jenkins Arcade Building. James J. Reese spent his boyhood in East Liverpool and attended the public schools. He is a graduate of the Bradley Horological Institute, Peoria, Ill., and since 1920 has engaged in the jewelry business in East Liverpool. Mr. Reese has an attractive store at 615 Dresden Avenue and handles a complete line of jewelry, watches, diamonds, and silverware. He also does general repair work. On Nov. 17, 1921, Mr. Reese was united in marriage with Miss Myrtle M. Allison, of East Liverpool, a daughter of James White and Martha (Cartwright) Allison, both deceased. Mr. Reese is a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church, the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, Masonic and Eagle lodges. He is a Republican and an excellent citizen of the community in which he lives. LeRoy J. Wise, one of East Liverpool's enterprising and successful young business men, is a veteran of the World War. He was born in this city, Dec. 18, 1893, and is the son of Jesse and Helen (Nihin) Wise. Jesse Wise, who lives retired in East Liverpool, is a native of Beaver County, Pa. His wife was born in Ireland and came to this country with her parents when a young girl and settled in East Liverpool, where she has since resided. Mr. and Mrs. Wise have four children : LeRoy J., the subject of this sketch ; Francis J., a veteran of the World War, lives at Wellsville ; Hazel, married Harry Woods, lives in East Liverpool ; and Homer, deceased. After his graduation from East Liverpool High School in 1913, LeRoy J. Wise entered the employ of the Crucible Steel Company. Three years later he became connected with the C. G. Anderson Drug Company. He enlisted in Company E, 10th Ohio National Guards, which was later HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 471 mustered into the Federal service as Company A, 134th Infantry, 37th Division. His company was later changed to Company D, 135th Infantry. He went to France with this Division and took part in many important battles of the war, including St. Mihiel, Thaucourt, and the Argonne. He was wounded during the battle of Thaucourt. In October, 1918, Mr. Wise was transferred to the Officers Training Camp at Lyons, France, and was stationed there at the time of the armistice. He was discharged as a sargeant. Upon his return to East Liverpool Mr. Wise resumed his former employment, but after a short time entered the University of Pittsburgh. He was graduated from the School of Pharmacy in 1921. He was associated with the C. G. Anderson Drug Company until 1924 when he established his present business at 229 West Sixth Street. On Feb. 24, 1925, Mr. Wise was united in marriage with Miss Anna G. Hoffman, the daughter of Frank and Elizabeth Hoffman, residents of East Liverpool. Mr. Wise is a Republican, and belongs to the American Legion and Elks Lodge. He is well known in Columbiana County and has many friends. H. B. Keys is a representative business man and a substantial citizen of East Liverpool. He was born at Rock Camp, Ohio, Feb. 18, 1886, and is the son of William H. and Josephine A. (Brown) Keys. William H. Keys, a native of Lawrence County, Ohio, is the son of George W. Keys, deceased. William H. Keys was successfully engaged in the mercantile business at Rock Camp, Ohio, for 26 years, and now lives retired at Delaware, Ohio. His wife was born in Carter County, Ky. H. B. Keys, the subject of this sketch, was the eighth child of a family of ten children. H. B. Keys was reared and educated at Rock Camp, Ohio, and engaged in the hardware business at Ironton, Ohio, for ten years. He then became interested in the automobile business in Pittsburgh and on April 1, 1923, came to East Liverpool and organized The Keys Motor Supply Company, of which he is secretary, treasurer and manager. The other officers are : C. R. Larkins, president ; and Alleen C. Keys, vice president. They carry a complete line of automobile accessories, radio and electrical equipment, and operate one of the largest businesses of its kind in Columbiana County. 472 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY In 1909 Mr. Keys was married to Miss Aileen C. Chandler of Portsmouth, Ohio, the daughter of Rev. John M. and Charlotte Chandler. Rev. John M. Chandler is pastor of a Methodist Church at Columbus, Ohio. To Mr. and Mrs. Keys have been born four children : Harry C., Virginia, John W. and Robert C. Mr. Keys is a Republican, a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church and belongs to the Masonic Lodge and Kiwanis Club. He is a highly esteemed member of his community. Thomas A. Scheets, cashier of The Peoples National Bank, is one of Wellsville's enterprising and successful business men. He was born here, Feb. 13, 1883, and is the son of William H. and Ella N. (Abrahams) Scheets. William H. Scheets, deceased, was for many years one of the most highly respected and influential citizens of Wellsville. He was born in Philadelphia, April 22, 1839, and received his early education at Steubenville, Ohio. In 1859 he accepted a position as machinist apprentice for the Steubenville and Indiana Railroad and his advancement in railroad circles was rapid from the beginning of his career. He was appointed to the position as enginehouse foreman at Steubenville in 1864 and two years later was transferred to Wellsville. He attained the distinction of engine inspector Nov. 1, 1902, and held that position until May, 1909, when he was retired. He was always actively interested in the railroad business and was one of the most esteemed employes of the Pennsylvania Company on this division. He died April 17, 1912, and is buried in Spring Hill Cemetery, Wellsville. His wife preceded him in death two years. They were the parents of the following children: Anna, married A. K. Riley, lives in Pittsburgh ; William E., deceased ; Ruby, married H. C. Remus, lives in Youngstown, Ohio ; and Thomas A., the subject of this sketch. Thomas A. Scheets spent his boyhood in Wellsville, attended the public schools here, and in 1903 became identified with the Peoples National Bank. He has served as cashier of that institution since 1918. In October, 1907, Mr. Scheets was united in marriage with Miss Catherine Donaldson, of Wellsville, born in 1883, and the daughter of George HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 473 C. and Mary Donaldson. The former is deceased and the latter resides in Wellsville. A sister, Otis Donaldson, also lives here. Mr. and Mrs. Scheets have two children: Thomas C., born in 1910; and Christine, born in 1912. Mr. Scheets is a Republican and a member of the Presbyterian Church. He is an alert business man and is accounted one of the substantial citizens of Columbiana County. The Peoples National Bank, Wellsville, was organized in 1902 on Main Street in the Snowden Building, and in 1904 moved to their new building at the square on Main Street, with the following officers: P. F. Smith, president ; Horace B. Nicholson, vice president and cashier. The directors were : P. F. Smith, C. E. McKim, D. S. Brookman, H. C. DeSellem, E. H. Riggs, and H. B. Nicholson. The officers in 1925 are: Dr. J. S. McCulloch, president ; F. L. Wells, vice president ; T. A. Scheets, cashier ; and R. C. Merriman, assistant cashier. The directors are: Dr. J. S. McCulloch, C. N. Brannan, Dr. J. M. King, F. L. Wells, G. F. McCready, Dr. G. W. McMillan, G. L. Howe, T. A. Scheets, and Albert Lowther. It is capitalized at $100,000, with a surplus of $100,000, and undivided profits of $62,522.60. It is a thriving institution and ranks among the reliable banking houses of the county. Ray R. Birch, proprietor of the Buckeye Motor Company, is a prominent young business man of East Liverpool. He was born at Cannons Mill, Columbiana County, Jan. 16, 1890, and is the son of Elmer E. and Georgiana (McDevitt) Birch. Elmer E. Birch was born in Green County, Pa., the son of Robert Birch. who served throughout the Civil War with the 140th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry. Elmer E. Birch learned the blacksmith and machinists trades when a young man and now conducts a machine shop at Newell. W. Va. His wife died in 1910 and is buried in Riverview Cemetery, East Liverpool. She was a native of Michigan. To Mr. and Mrs. Birch were born eight children, as follows: Earl, Ray R., McKinley, and Albert, all residents of East Liverpool; Newton, died in January, 1925; Kenneth and Emil, who live in East Liverpool; and Ruth, married Roy Vaughn, lives at Alliance, Ohio. 474 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY Ray R. Birch received his education in the public schools. In 1907 he came to East Liverpool, where he served an apprenticeship of four years with the Patterson Foundry and Machine Company. He then spent one year with the Morgan Engineering Company of Alliance, Ohio, and in 1912 took charge of the machine shop of the Knowles, Taylor & Knowles Company, East Liverpool. The following year he established a machine shop with his father at Newell, W. Va., but in 1916 returned to East Liverpool where he became agent for the Oakland automobile. In 1919 he became part owner of the Ohio Motor Sales Company as agent for the Auburn and Cole cars. He has had his present agency since 1923 and handles the Hudson and Essex cars. In June, 1924, Mr. Birch removed to his present location at Walnut and Sixth streets. The firm does a large volume of business and has a good garage in connection. In 1920 Mr. Birch was married to Miss Helen Margaret Davis, the daughter of James E. and Mary (Huston) Davis, of East Liverpool. Mr. Davis is an attorney. Mr. Birch is a Republican, and a member of the First Methodist Episcopal Church. He is a progressive business man and is well liked in the town and surrounding community. William M. Hill. Among the many able and successful attorneys of Columbiana County, the name of Hill holds an honored place. Equally honorable is the ancestry from which the Hill family traces its descent. The founder of the family was Rev. Rowland Hill, the eloquent minister and author whose "Village Dialogues" are still read and quoted. In the 17th century the founder of the family in America settled in New England, where Roger Hill, great-grandfather of the subject of this sketch, was born. His son, Hon. Sanford C. Hill, was born in New England and later became a pioneer of Hancock County, Va. In recalling the early leading men of East Liverpool, especial attention should be given Sanford C. Hill, astronomer and mathematician, many times mayor, and for over half a century intimately connected with all public matters pertaining to this locality. He settled here in 1817 and died in 1871. His son, Col. H. R. Hill, father of the subject of this sketch, ranked among the leading attorneys of Columbiana County. He was born in East Liverpool, Nov. 12, 1834. He attended the schools of East Liverpool and was gradu- HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 475 ated from Jefferson College, Canonsburg, Pa., in 1858. He then entered upon the study of law at Lisbon under the preceptorship of Hon. Jonathan H. Wallace, in the meantime teaching school in Columbiana County. In the spring of 1860 he went to Louisiana and acted as tutor in the family of a wealthy planter. In the fall of 1860 he returned to East Liverpool and was admitted to the bar at Lisbon. He then moved to Andrews, Jackson County, Iowa, on the Mississippi River, and began the practice of law. When Fort Sumpter was fired upon, although he had a good practice started, he decided it was every young man's duty to work for the preservation of the Union. Consequently he returned to East Liverpool with the intention of raising a squad of 20 men so that he would receive a commission as lieutenant. Recruiting was easy at that time and he soon had 100 men enlisted, being himself commissioned captain of Company A, 115th Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry. He served in Kentucky and Tennessee with the army of the Cumberland. His service was marked with efficiency and he was rewarded by promotion to the rank of Major, Aug. 19, 1864, and to that of lieutenant-colonel, Feb. 8, 1865. Colonel Hill served until the war was over, being mustered out at Cleveland, Ohio, June 22, 1865. He returned to East Liverpool, which remained his home until his death. For several years he was associated in practice with Judge John M. Cook and subsequently with Hon. R. W. Tayler, who was United States District Judge at Cleveland. Colonel Hill was a member of the Grand Army of the Republic, the Presbyterian Church, and a Phi Gamma Delta fraternity. His wife, Louise D. Briggs, also a native of Columbiana County, died May 30, 1925. They are buried in Riverview Cemetery. To Colonel and Mrs. Hill four children were born: Walter B., born Sept. 10, 1866, was graduated from Princeton University in 1890, Cincinnati Law School in 1892, and is now engaged in the practice of law in East Liverpool ; William M., the subject of this sketch ; Louise, born July 1, 1870, married Rollin W. Patterson, cashier of the Potters National Bank, East Liverpool ; and Marion, born Nov. 19, 1872, married George E. Davidson, an attorney of East Liverpool. William M. Hill was born in East Liverpool, Oct. 24, 1868. He attended Western Reserve Academy at Hudson, Ohio, Pennsylvania Military Academy at Chester, Pa. ; was graduated from Western Reserve University in Cleveland in 1893, and from the law school of Ohio State Uni- 476 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY versity in 1895. He was captain of Company E, Eighth Regiment, Ohio Infantry, U. S. Volunteers, known as "McKinley's Own," during the Spanish-American War, and saw service in Cuba before Santiago. In the spring of 1917 he again formed Company E, 10th Ohio National Guard, which became the 10th Ohio Volunteer Infantry. They were sent to Camp Sheridan, Alabama, with Mr. Hill as captain of the company, and on arrival were made a machine gun battalion, part of the 124th Machine Gun Battalion, 37th Division, which was again split and made into the 135th Machine Gun Battalion. Mr. Hill was discharged on account of physical disability before the company left for France. In 1903 Mr. Hill was married to Miss Edna E. Cunningham, of East Liverpool, the daughter of John and Mary (Cuppy) Cunningham, both deceased. Mr. and Mrs. Hill are the parents of six children: Helen L., Evelyn Irene, Margaret M., John H., George C., and Robert R. Mr. Hill is a member of the American Bar Association, the Ohio State Bar Association, and the Columbiana County Bar Association. He is identified with the United Spanish-American War Veterans and the Veterans of Foreign Wars. He is a Republican and a member of the Christian Church. S. Proctor Ankrim, proprietor of the Ceramic City Cafeteria, is a popular business man of East Liverpool. He was born in Grand View Township, Washington County, Ohio, Jan. 17, 1870, and is the son of Owen F. and Gabriel (Burris) Ankrim. Owen F. Ankrim was a native of Washington County, Ohio, as was his wife. He spent his entire career on the Ohio River on boats plying between Pittsburgh and New Orleans. To Mr. and Mrs. Ankrim, deceased, three sons were born : John W., died at Danville, Ill. ; Adrian, lives at East Liverpool ; and S. Proctor, the subject of this sketch. S. Proctor Ankrim spent his boyhood in Grand View Township, Washington County, and began life as a farmer. He later learned the pottery trade in East Liverpool and in 1893 was appointed shop foreman at the Vodrey Pottery Company, in whose employ he remained for 22 years. On March 1, 1918, Mr. Ankrim was unanimously elected manager of the Columbiana County Dry League, which position he filled for three years. In 1921 he engaged in the cafeteria business with A. C. Palmer, and in HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 477 July, 1925, became sole owner of the business. It is one of the high grade restaurants of the city and enjoys a large patronage. In 1891 Mr. Ankrim was united in marriage with Miss Anna L. Graham of Allegheny, Pa., the daughter of John and Esther (McGowan) Graham, both deceased. Mr. Graham was a Civil War veteran. Mrs. Ankrim died Feb. 12, 1924, leaving two daughters : Mildred, attended East Liverpool High School and Bethany College ; and Esther G., who was educated in East Liverpool High School and Mount Union College. She is the wife of Millard E. Blythe, a sketch of whom appears in this volume. Mr. Ankrim is a member of the Methodist Church, the Independent Order of Odd Fellows and the Knights of Malta. He is a Republican and ranks among the substantial citizens of Columbiana County. C. W. Heffernan is well and favorably known in East Liverpool, where he is local agent for the American Railway Express Company. He was born at Forest, Ohio, July 20, 1884, and is the son of L. H. and Catherine (Allison) Heffernan. L. H. Heffernan is a native of Forest, Ohio, and the son of John Heffernan, who settled in Ohio many years ago, having emigrated here from Ireland. He located at Crestline, where he entered the employ of the Pennsylvania Railroad. He remained in this company's employ for 48 years continuously, the greater part of this time being spent as station agent at Forest. His son, L. H., succeeded to this position and he has been connected with the Pennsylvania Railroad for almost 50 years. Mr. and Mrs. Heffernan, who reside at Forest, are the parents of six children, as follows : Pansy, married Q. M. Grabatt, of Wooster, Ohio, and they reside in Cleveland, where he is identified with the Cleveland Plain Dealer ; C. W., the subj ect of this sketch Hazel, married Oscar DeCumbe, lives in Cleveland ; Frances, married Omar McQuown, lives in Cleveland ; Grace, married Forest Greiner, lives in Cleveland ; and Catherine, lives in Cleveland. After completing his schooling in the public and high schools of Forest, C. W. Heffernan removed to Crestline, Ohio, and entered the employ of the Adams Express Company in 1902. The following year he was appointed agent there and in 1909 was transferred to Salem, Ohio, by the 478 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY company. He remained there until Jan. 1, 1918, when he was appointed agent at Youngstown, Ohio. The following year he returned to Salem, but was shortly afterward appointed special route agent out of the Pittsburgh office. Mr. Heffernan has served as local agent for the company since August, 1918. In 1912 Mr. Heffernan was united in marriage with Miss Hannah Taylor, a native of Lisbon, Ohio, and the daughter of Joseph and Catherine (Hiltabiddle) Taylor, both deceased. Mr. and Mrs. Heffernan have no children. Mr. Heffernan is a Democrat, a member of the Presbyterian Church and belongs to the Masonic Lodge. He is a substantial citizen of Columbiana County and stands high in the community. Raymond Leonard, who ranks among the enterprising young business men of East Liverpool, is a veteran of the World War. He was born in this city, June 4, 1894, and is the son of John Frank and Edna E. (Moore) Leonard. John Frank Leonard, deceased, was a native of Michigan, and the son of Rev. Jacob Fordyce Leonard. The former settled in East Liverpool at an early age, where he was employed for many years as a potter. He died Jan. 17, 1925. He was a Republican, a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church and belonged to the Woodmen of the World. His wife, who was born in East Liverpool, is the daughter of Stephen Moore, who came from Staffordshire, England, to East Liverpool, where he engaged in the pottery business. Mrs. Leonard resides in East Liverpool. There are ten children in the Leonard family, as follows: George, lives in East Liverpool, where he is employed by the Knowles, Taylor & Knowles Pottery Company ; Raymond, the subject of this sketch ; Stella, married Otis Allison, lives at Chester, W. Va. ; Minnie, married Donald Grubbs, lives at Manhattan, Kan. ; Hazel, married James Kaiser, lives in East Liverpool ; Elizabeth, Grace, Roland, Mildred, and Wilma, all at home. Raymond Leonard attended the public schools of East Liverpool and learned the pottery decorating trade. He served as decorating foreman for the Edwin N. Knowles Pottery Company of Newell and Chester, W. Va., and in 1919 went to Central Falls, R. I., where he entered the employ HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 479 of the General Electric Company. In May, 1922, he returned to East Liverpool and established his present business, The Troy Wet Wash Laundry. This is the leading industry of its kind in East Liverpool, and delivery system is also maintained at Newell and Chester, W. Va. The plant, which is located at 617 Broadway, is equipped with Troy Pullman type washers, Wayne water softening plant, and other up to date machinery. In 1919 Mr. Leonard was married to Miss Gladys Ginther, of West Virginia, the daughter of Philip and Alice Ginther. Mr. Ginther resides in Pittsburgh. His wife is deceased. Mr. and Mrs. Leonard have a son, Raymond Gordon, born Feb. 15, 1922. In November, 1917, Mr. Leonard volunteered for service during the World War and served with the medical corps, being stationed first at Columbus, Ohio, and later at Fort Oglethorpe, Ga. He was stationed in New York City during the latter part of the war in Base Hospital No. 1. In politics Mr. Leonard is identified with the Republican Party. He is a member of the Methodist Church and the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. Earl P. Stype ranks among the progressive young business men of East Liverpool, where he is successfully engaged in the tire business. He is a native of Walkers Mills, Pa., born Sept. 13, 1897, and the son of Henry A. and Elizabeth M. (Yountz) Stype. Henry A. Stype was born in Allegheny County, Pa., and spent his entire life in the mines. At the time of his death, in 1900, he was superintendent of the Carnegie Coal. Company at Carnegie, Pa. He was a Republican, a life long member of the German Lutheran Church, and belonged to the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. His wife, a native of Germany. resides at Toronto, Ohio. To Mr. and Mrs. Stype were born five children, as follows: Charles, and Henry, merchants of Toronto, Ohio ; Catherine, married Dr. William Davies, lives in Baltimore, Md. ; Earl P., the subject of this sketch ; and Roy, lives in Toronto, Ohio. After completing his schooling in the public schools of East Liverpool, Earl P. Stype learned the potter's trade. In 1918 he became interested in the vulcanizing trade and was associated in business with a Mr. Stenger. In 1924 with Walter E. Lewis he purchased the business, which is now known as the Stype & Lewis Tire Company. They are local agents 480 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY for the Goodyear and United States tires, dealers in radios, and conduct one of the finest tire repair shops in the city. The business is located at 106 West Fourth Street. In 1916 Mr. Stype was united in marriage with Miss Elizabeth Oliver, a native of Washington County, Ohio, and the daughter of McClellan and Mary J. Oliver. Mr. and Mrs. Stype have two children: Earl, Jr., and Betty Jean. Politically, Mr. Stype is a Republican. He holds membership in the Methodist Church, and belongs to the Independent Order of Odd Fellows and Masonic Lodge. He is a substantial citizen of the community in which he has spent his entire life. John H. Moore, retired, is a veteran of the Civil War and a highly esteemed and widely known citizen of Columbiana County. He was born in Beaver County, Pa., Aug. 19, 1841, and is the son of Thomas and Elizabeth (Hogue) Moore. Thomas Moore, deceased, was a native of Beaver County, Pa., as was his wife. He was a farmer and operated a tract of 60 acres for a number of years. He and his wife are deceased. They had three children : Sarah, married George Shingle, both deceased ; Rebecca, married James Virtue ; and John H., the subject of this sketch. John H. Moore attended the district schools and began life as a farm hand, receiving 25 cents per day for his services. In 1868 he removed to Columbiana County, where he worked as a carpenter in Wellsville for 18 years. He was identified with the Pennsylvania Railroad as a member of their bridge department for many years and later was a contractor, specializing in the drilling of water wells. Mr. Moore now lives retired at Wellsville. During the Civil War Mr. Moore served as a member of Company H, 140th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry, and was in active service throughout the war. He recently attended the reunion of this regiment and was one of 24 remaining members of the outfit. On April 19, 1866, Mr. Moore was united in marriage with Miss Adeline Carothers, who was born in Beaver County, Pa., May 30, 1843, the daughter. of Samuel A. and Rebecca (Hall) Carothers. Mr. Carothers HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 481 died Oct. 31, 1845, and his wife died Jan. 5, 1911. They had three children : William M., died in 1908, served during the Civil War with Company H, 140th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry ; Mrs. Moore is the next in order of birth ; and Samuel, died in 1921. To Mr. and Mrs. Moore four children were born: Minnie B., born Aug. 5, 1867, died Dec. 19, 1893, was the wife of John Hogue, who lives in Cleveland ; Harry, born April 1, 1872, was killed in an accident, Sept. 14, 1896 ; Edna Mary, born Sept. 5, 1877, died Feb. 5, 1899, was the wife of George Hume, who lives in Wellsville ; and Grace Ellen, born March 19, 1883, lives at home. There are three grandchildren : Howard B., Hogue Lloyd and Harry Moore Hume. Mr. Moore is a Democrat and a member of the United Presbyterian Church, and is a member of the "Cope Grand Army of the Republic Post." James K. Moffat, one of the leading citizens of East Liverpool, who is prominently identified with an important business enterprise of Columbiana County, is a native of Pennsylvania. He was born at Brookville, July 18, 1876, and is the son of James and Margaret (Hagen) Moffat. James Moffat, deceased, was born in Scotland. When a young man he came to the United States and settled at Allegheny, Pa., where he engaged in the plumbing business. Later he lived at Brookville and East Liverpool, where he died in October, 1900. He was a Republican and served as deputy sheriff of Columbiana County. His wife, a native of Allegheny County, Pa., resides in East Liverpool. Mr. and Mrs. Moffat had five children : Charles, lives at Knoxville, Pa. ; James K., the subject of this sketch ; L. G., lives in East Liverpool ; Janet, married Edward Grimm, lives at Beaver, Pa. ; and Helen, married Harry Walker, lives in East Liverpool. James K. Moffat spent his boyhood at Lisbon, Ohio, and was graduated from Lisbon High School in 1895. His first business connection was with the First National Bank of Lisbon and he was later identified with the American Sheet & Tin Plate Company, Wellsville, for 20 years. He resigned his position as chief order clerk Nov. 1, 1924, and became active vice president of the American Paper Products Company, of which he was an organizer. Mr. Moffat was married in November, 1919, to Miss Florence Bucher, (31)V1 482 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY who was born in Beaver County, Pa., the daughter of Washington and Sarah Bucher, both deceased. They have no children. Mr. Moffat is a Republican. Mrs. Moffat is a member of the First Methodist Church. The American Paper Products Company, of East Liverpool, is one of the most prominent of the many great manufacturing concerns of this section. It was established in January, 1915, with the following officers : R. L. Cawood, president ; James K. Moffat, vice president, and B. W. Hun-sicker, secretary and treasurer. They are manufacturers of church collection and pay envelopes. The plant occupies a modern three story factory building at Walnut and Third streets and employs approximately 30 people. The entire first floor of their building is occupied by the envelope manufacturing departments, main printing and shipping departments, and machine shops. The second floor contains the general offices, collating department and printing department. The third floor is occupied entirely by their stock and storage rooms. On this floor 30 million envelopes and one million cartons are kept in stock at all times. The most modern machinery and equipment is used, including automatic enevelope machines and printing presses. The envelope machines turn out 200 envelopes per minute, folding, glueing and handing the completed envelope to the operator in packs of 25 each. The automatic printing press feeds itself, dates each envelope differently, prints two colors at the same time, and numbers 52 envelopes alike, and then automatically changes to the next number. Should an envelope prove defective, the machine shuts down automatically. Ernest W. Simpson, who is successfully engaged in business in East Liverpool, was born at Tunstall, Staffordshire, England, July 23, 1883, and is the son of Edwin and Mary A. (Sharpe) Simpson. In 1889 Mrs. Mary A. Simpson and son, Ernest W., came to this country and settled in East Liverpool, where they have since resided. Ernest W. Simpson attended the public schools of East Liveropol and when a young man learned the decorating trade in the employ of the Homer Laughlin China Company, with whom he was identified for 14 years. He was then a member of the firm of Sanders & Simpson until 1910, at which time the business became known as the Ernest W. Simp- HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 483 son Company. He deals in potters and janitors supplies and carries a complete line of brushes, electric sweepers, disinfectants, etc. Mr. Simpson was married in Oct. 15, 1903, to Florence J. Mountford, of Trenton, N. J., the daughter of Arthur and Thirza Mountford, natives of England and both now deceased. He was associated with the Homer Laughlin China Company for a number of years as an art director. Mrs. Simpson has a brother, Frederick A. Mountford, who is a major in the United States Army. He was graduated from East Liverpool High School in 1909 and from West Point Military Academy in 1913. He served throughout the World War and was decorated with the Distinguished Service Cross for meritorious service. He married Miss Lilliam Bailey of East Liverpool, the daughter of Rev. M. C. and Agnes C. (Murdock) Bailey. Mr. Simpson is a Republican, a member of St. Stephens Episcopal Church. He and his wife have a wide acquaintance in Columbiana County and are favorably known. Rev. Winfield Euclid Hill, deceased, was among the representative and influential citizens of East Liverpool, and a member of a family prominently identified with the early history of Columbiana County. He was born in East Liverpool, June 2, 1842, the son of Sanford C. and Sarah (Leech) Hill. The origin of the Hill family was in England and this branch traces its ancestry to Rev. Winfield E. Hill, the eloquent minister and author, whose "Village Dialogues" are still read and quoted. In the 17th century the founder of the family in America settled in New England, later removing to Hancock County, Va. Sanford C. Hill was born in Hancock County, Va., June 20, 1796, and at the age of 19 years settled at Wellsville, Ohio. In 1817 he opened the first dry goods store in East Liverpool. Subsequently he sold this business and engaged in surveying, becoming one of the well known astronomers and mathematicians of his time. To Mr. and Mrs. Sanford C. Hill the following children were born: H. R.. Mrs. William Brunt, Rev. Winfield E., the subject of this sketch, and Meriden S. Winfield Euclid Hill attended the public schools of East Liverpool, 484 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY Wellsville Academy, Jefferson College, Canonsburg, Pa., and was graduated from Western Theological Seminary, Pittsburgh, in 1868. His first charge was at Gettysburg, Ohio, as pastor of the Presbyterian Church. He was later located at Ottawa, Wapakoneta, Fletcher, Waynesburg, Malvern, Ohio, and Fairview, W. Va. At the time of his retirement in 1913 he was pastor of the Presbyterian Church of Rome, Ashtabula County, Ohio. He died in East Liverpool, May 6, 1923, and is buried in Riverview Cemetery. Rev. Hill was widely known as a botanist, ornithologist and author. He was a nature lover and regarded as an authority on plant and bird life, being the author of several books on these subjects. One of the chief books of his writings, entitled "The Birds of Panhandle," is now used as reference in many of the colleges of the East. Flowers and plants have been named in commemoration of Mr. Hill, among them being the "Winfield." On Sept. 27, 1870, Rev. Hill was married to Miss Nancy Jane Horner, the daughter of David and Eliza J. Horner, both deceased. Mrs. Hill died Jan. 3, 1915. To Reverend and Mrs. Hill were born six children as follows: Nancy Grace, married Frank Shane, lives in Cleveland ; Florence, a teacher, lives in East Liverpool ; Arthur Stanley, connected with the Homer Laughlin China Company, East Liverpool ; Janet Morrison, married Dr. J. W. Chetwynd, of East Liverpool, a sketch of whom appears in this history ; Louise Meriden, lives in East Liverpool ; and Roger W., connected with the American Paper Products Company, East Liverpool. Reverend Hill was a close friend of the late Andrew Carnegie, a strong friendship having developed while they lived in East Liverpool. This friendship continued throughout the remainder of their lives. Rev. A. H. O'Brian, pastor of the First Baptist Church, East Liverpool, is well and favorably known throughout Columbiana County. He was born in Pembroke, Canada, July 27, 1871, and is the son of John and Elizabeth (Jackson) O'Brian. John O'Brian, deceased, was a native of Canada and the son of Patrick O'Brian, who migrated from Ireland to Canada during the early days. John O'Brian became a prosperous farmer and stock man and died at the age of 74 years. His wife died at the age of 94 years. She HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 485 was a native of Canada and a daughter of Joseph and Harriet Jackson, natives of Vermont, who settled in Canada in 1776, and who were known as the United Empire Loyalists. Elizabeth (Jackson) O'Brian was educated in the schools of Canada and was a writer of note. At the time of her death she had 54 grandchildren and 46 great-grandchildren. There were nine children born to Mr. and Mrs. John O'Brian as follows: Joseph and Thomas, deceased; Rev. Noah, deceased, was a Methodist minister at Watertown, N. Y.; John, lives at Pembroke, Canada ; Edgar, deceased ; Rev. A. H., the subject of this sketch; Hattie, married Philip Thrasher, lives at Pembroke, Canada ; Emma, married Charles Whitmore, lives in Pembroke, Canada ; and Elizabeth, married David McDonald, lives at. Douglass, Canada. Rev. A. H. O'Brian received his early education in Canada, after which he joined the Montreal Methodist Conference for three years. He studied missionary work in New York and was sent to China in 1896, returning to this country in 1898 on account of ill health. He remained in Canada until 1905 after which he engaged in Evangelistic and Missionary work for three years. He then had the following charges: Findlay, Ohio, five years ; Kingsville, Ohio, four years ; Sandusky, Ohio, five years ; Tiffin, Ohio, two years; and he has been pastor of the First Baptist Church in East Liverpool since 1923. He is a member of the Ohio Baptist Convention and the Northern Baptist Convention of America. In 1907 Reverend O'Brian was married to Miss Winifred Zellar, of Illinois, the daughter of Nantz and Jane Zellar, both deceased. Mr. and Mrs. O'Brian have four children: Laura, born in Toronto, Canada, engaged in nursing at Detroit, Mich.; Paul, born at Findlay, Ohio; Mary, born at Findlay, Ohio ; and Joseph, born at Sandusky, Ohio. Reverend O'Brian takes a keen interest in educational and church affairs and is a man of progressive ideas. History of the First Baptist Church, East Liverpool. East Liverpool is an old community, having celebrated the centennial of its settlement in 1899. There are no records which show that even any attempt was made to organize a Baptist Church before the year of 1899. Numbers of Baptists were in this city before but they seemed to have had 486 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY no hope of a Baptist Church being organized, so they united in many cases with churches of a different belief and also sent their children to Sunday Schools of other denominations rather than not have them go at all. During the years 1897 and 1898 a number of Baptists came to live and make their future home in East Liverpool. These families were those of T. C. Neal and David Wells, coming from the Rendville Baptist Church, Rendville, Ohio. The first meeting of local Baptists was held June 11, 1899, and a later meeting was held at which T. C. Neal was chosen chairman and C. A. Leiter, clerk. This meeting resulted in a call for the purpose of organizing a Sunday School. At the meeting of July 2nd an offer was received from Rev. P. C. Nelson from Achor, Ohio, to assist in the starting of a Baptist Church in East Liverpool. On July 27th a number of those believing in the principles of the Baptists met at Mrs. Robinson's home on Market Street, near Rayel's livery stable, and a call was given Reverend Nelson to come and help start the work. On Aug. 15, 1899, the first Baptist Church was organized. After a short service the following resolutions were adopted: "We, the undersigned, do hereby express our desire and intention to be banded together in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord to constitute the first Baptist Church of East Liverpool. We also hereby agree to labor together as the Lord may direct until such time as in His providence we may be regularly constituted as a Regular Baptist Church. Done this 15th day of August, 1899." The following are the names of those who constitute the Baptist Church : David Wells, Mrs. David Wells, T. C. Neal, Mrs. T. C. Neal, and Mrs. Rebekah Robinson." They continued to meet more or less regularly during the remainder of 1899. After some correspondence with Dr. George E. Leonard, secretary of the Ohio Baptist Convention, Rev. H. H. Bawden came here and held meetings beginning Jan. 6, 1900, in the Smith-Fowler Hall in the Diamond. During his stay here he canvassed East Liverpool, Chester, and Wellsville, as to the number of Baptists. His visit was a great encouragement to the handful of Baptists. In March, 1900, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Brown moved here from Akron, Ohio. During this year meetings were held in the homes of the members. In the summer of 1900 Jerry Kidwell, a student from Broadun Institute, W. Va., was hired as a pastor. He stayed with the church about three months. During that year the following were added to the church: Mr. and Mrs. Charles Brown, Mrs. W. F. Jones, Carrie Southwick, Mrs. R. F. Southwick, Mrs. HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 487 K. Reynolds, Mr. and Mrs. J. M Williams, Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Wilson, Miss Agnes Wilson, and Mr. and Mrs. Alex Fraser. In January, 1901, Rev. Frank Cramer of Erie, Pa., preached for two weeks for the church. The church gave him a call which was not accepted. In February, 1901, Rev. G. E. Leonard, D. D. and Rev. E. A. Read, as officers of the Ohio Baptist's Convention, came here with a view of having Rev. H. H. Bawden come here to see if the cause could not be helped. He came and stayed 30 days. On Sunday he preached and during the week he visited from house to house in East Liverpool, Wellsville, and Chester. He found 84 Baptists. During the summer of 1901 a student from Dennison University became pastor. On July 7, 1901, a council of churches was called to consider the question of the recognition of the church as a Regular Baptist Church, which was done. This service was held the same evening. Rev. C. B. Allen preached the sermon, prayer was offered by Rev. P. C. Nelson, hand of fellowship by Rev. E. Chesney, and charge to church by Reverend Bonsell, Rochester, Pa. Rev. J. C. Taggard, D. D., pastor of the First U. P. Church, East Liverpool, gave an address of welcome on behalf of the churches of the city. Oct. 1, 1901, Rev. Oscar Lee Owens, a recent graduate of the Rochester Theological Seminary became pastor. Feb. 9, 1902, the church voted to buy the Campbell property on Fifth Street at a cost of $4,200. In October, 1902, Rev. Oscar Lee Owens, resigned as pastor. He had been ill for several weeks with typhoid fever. This loss was a sad disappointment to the small body of members. Soon after Rev. Owens' departure, Rev. H. H. Bawden was called as the regular pastor, beginning his work Dec. 1, 1902. During 1905 the church bought the Hill property, adjoining the Campbell property at a cost of $7,200. Rev. H. H. Bawden remained until Nov. 25, 1906. He was followed by Rev. W. Leo Brown, who was with the church until May, 1912. Rev. W. J. Thompson was pastor from July 7, 1912, until April 30, 1916. Rev. D. E. Miller followed, and later Rev. W. J. James. Rev. A. H. O'Brian is the present pastor. The church has a nice church home which was built at an original cost of $11,000. This building was partly burned and rebuilt at a cost of $18,000. The present officers are: Rev. A. H. O'Brian, pastor ; Mrs. W. F. Jones, Wellsville, church clerk ; Mr. W. F. Jones, Sunday School Superintendent ; Harry Chilton, R. T. Hall, M. M. Glaser, Carl Scrafy, Mr. Rowley, Charles G. R. Seckman, Deacons ; A. G. Ellis, W. F. Jones, and John Clark, trustees ; and Charles Brown, chairman of finance. 488 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY Lester C. Anderson, a progressive and enterprising business man of Wellsville, was born in this city, Sept. 8, 1888, and is the son of William and Della (McBane) Anderson. Both William Anderson and his wife are natives of Yellow Creek Township, Columbiana County. For many years he engaged in road building and now lives retired in Wellsville. Mr. and Mrs. Anderson have three children : Lester C., the subject of this sketch ; Clifford, lives in Wellsville ; and Ica, married William Quinn, lives in Wellsville. After completing his schooling in the public schools of Wellsville, Lester C. Anderson engaged in business with his father for several years. He established his present business at Wellsville in 1921 and owns one of the finest and most modern dairies in the county. It is located at 801 Broadway. On April 2, 1913, Mr. Anderson was united in marriage with Miss Elizabeth Frischkorn, a native of Pennsylvania and the daughter of Peter and Eva (Link) Frischkorn, who came to this country from Germany many years ago and settled in Wellsville in 1893. Mr. and Mrs. Frischkorn live retired on a farm in Yellow Creek Township. They have four children : Mrs. Anderson ; Adam, a farmer, lives in Yellow Creek Township ; Margaret and Clara, live on a farm in Yellow Creek Township. Mr. and Mrs. Anderson have no children. Mr. and Mrs. Anderson are identified with the Lutheran Church and have a wide acquaintance in Columbiana County. Earl R. McDole, who is successfully engaged in business at East Liverpool, is a member of a prominent pioneer family of Columbiana County. He was born in this city, Sept. 28, 1883, and is the son of James M. and Sarah (Rogers) McDole. James M. McDole was a native of Columbiana County and his wife was born at Allegheny, Pa. He engaged in the wall paper and paint business in East Liverpool in 1884 and became one of the successful merchants of his time. The business of James M. McDole is now conducted by his son, Earl R. Mr. McDole died in June 1923, and is buried in Riverview Cemetery. His wife resides in East Liverpool. To Mr. and Mrs. McDole were born four children: Maude, married Francis L. Freshwater, HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 489 of Chester, W. Va. ; Earl R., the subject of this sketch ; J. Floyd, died in 1919 ; and Irma, deceased. Earl R. McDole received his education in the public schools of East Liverpool and at an early age engaged in business with his father. This well established business employs a large force of men and does a large volume of business throughout East Liverpool. In 1909 Mr. McDole was united in marriage with Miss Lilliam M. Benty, of East Liverpool, and the daughter of William Benty, deceased. They have two daughters, Margaret and Catherine. Mr. McDole is a member of the Methodist Church and belongs to the Masonic Lodge and Independent Order of Odd Fellows. He is a progressive man and an enterprising citizen. Rolston A. Plate, a successful business man and representative citizen of East Liverpool, engaged in the automobile business, was born at Palestine, W. Va., May 24, 1882, and is the son of Lewis and Allie (Spence) Plate. Lewis Plate, deceased, was a native of West Virginia and the son of William and Mary Plate. William Plate was a Civil War veteran and a prosperous farmer of West Virginia. Lewis Plate owned large tracts of timber land and conducted saw mills at various places. He died Dec. 4, 1893, and his wife died May 12, 1914. She was born at Racine, Ohio, the daughter of James Spence, also a Civil War veteran. To Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Plate six children_ were born, as follows: Rolston A., the subject of this sketch ; Harvey, lives at West Point, Ohio; Estella, married William Goodballet, lives at East Liverpool ; Clara, married Andrew Smith, lives at East Liverpool; Bertha, married John Colburn, lives at East Liverpool ; and Herbert, who also lives in East Liverpool. Mr. Plate was identified with the Democratic party in politics, was a member of the Presbyterian Church, the Knights of Pythias, and Masonic Lodge. Rolston A. Plate received his education in the public schools of Elizabeth, W. Va., and in early life engaged in the lumber business. In 1907 he came to East Liverpool and entered the employ of the street railway company as a conductor. He remained with this company until 1922 when he resigned his position as cashier. He then established the East 490 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY End Garage and was local agent for the Chevrolet automobile. He later became the Oakland dealer and in 1924 organized the Oakland Sales Service in partnership with Robert Chambers. They have an up-to-date sales room and garage and carry on a large and profitable business. Accessories are also handled by the company. Mr. Plate married Miss Chloe Lightner, of Elizabeth, W. Va., and they have two chilren: Elva, who is employed in her father's office as a stenographer ; and Arthur, a student. Mr. Plate is a Democrat and holds membership in the Second Presbyterian Church. He is a reliable citizen and has been able to build up a successful business because of his integrity and progressive methods. J. C. Bowman is an enterprising business man of East Liverpool, where he is proprietor of Bowman's Tire Shop. He was born at Timberville, Va., Sept. 13, 1872, and is the son of John and Catherine (Whistler) Bowman. Both John Bowman and his wife were born in Virginia. They removed to Indiana in 1875 and settled on a farm of 160 acres near Middletown, where Mr. and Mrs. Bowman now live retired. He is a Democrat, a member of the Lutheran Church and belongs to the Masonic Lodge. Four children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Bowman: J. C., the subject of this sketch ; Effie, married Howe Davis, lives at Richmond, Ind.; Jacob, lives at Martin's Ferry, Ohio ; and Goldie, married Charles Simmons, lives at Middletown, Ind. J. C. Bowman was educated in the public schools of Middletown and remained on his father's farm until he was 21 years of age. He was then employed at Anderson, Ind., where he learned the tin plate rolling trade, and in 1897 he was employed by the National Tin Plate Company at Monessen, Pa. He rolled the first piece of tin produced at that factory. He was later made superintendent of the hot mill, in charge of 600 men. Mr. Bowman later entered the employ of the Laughlin Works of the United Steel Company at Martin's Ferry, Ohio, where he remained for 14 years, after which he was transferred to Monessen and later to Steubenville, Ohio, as superintendent. In 1920 he established his present business in East Liverpool, which is the city's largest tire shop. HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 491 On Feb. 18, 1897, Mr. Bowman was married to Miss Anna Toms, who was born at Anderson, Ind., the daughter of Fiery and Mildred (Croxan) Toms. Mr. Toms lives retired at Anderson. His wife is. deceased. Mr. and Mrs. Bowman have a daughter, Ethel, born June 23, 1901. She lives at home. Politically Mr. Bowman is a Republican. He is a member of the Methodist Church and belongs to the Masonic and Elk lodges. He is a substantial citizen of Columbiana County and is widely and favorably known. Robert Chambers is among East Liverpool's prosperous and successful young business men. He was born in this city, Feb. 7, 1900, and is the son of Frank B. and Nettie E. (Thompson) Chambers. Frank B. Chambers, a leading merchant of Columbiana County, is the son of Richard L. and Mary E. (Clear) Chambers. Richard L. Chambers, deceased, was born in Halifax, England, Jan. 24, 1832. He was a carpenter and joiner and during the Crimean War was employed in the government arsenal at Woolwich. In 1858 he came to America and became a partner of his brother, Joseph, who had been conducting a general store at Knoxville, Ohio, for many years. When the Civil War began he enlisted in Company D, 98th Regiment, Ohio Volunteer Infantry, and served three years. He was captured at Perryville, Ky., and paroled at Columbus, Ohio. Returing to Knoxville after the war he continued the business alone until his death, Sept. 26, 1881. He was married in 1860 to Mary E. Clear, who was born at Knoxville, Ohio, July 4, 1842. Their family consisted of six children: Elmer E.; Frank B., father of the subject of this sketch ; Charles S. ; Frederick W.; Rev. Hubert C. ; and Richard L. E. Frank B. Chambers was born at Knoxville, Ohio. He engaged in the general mercantile business there until 1887, at which time he removed to East Liverpool and with his brother, Elmer, established a dry goods business, known as Chambers Brothers. In 1893 a new organization was formed, the Chambers Company, with Frank B. Chambers as manager. It is one of the thriving and dependable business institutions of the city, and has a large patronage. Robert Chambers spent his boyhood in this city, attended the public schools, and at an early age became interested in the automobile in- 492 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY dustry. In 1920 he became local agent for the Oldsmobile car and the following year took the agency for the Oakland automobile. Since December, 1924, Mr. Chambers has been associated in business with Rolston A. Plate and their business, which is located at 472 Mulberry Street, is known as Oakland Sales Service. In 1918 Mr. Chambers was united in marriage with Miss Grayce Evans, of East Liverpool, the daughter of John and Emma Evans. They have a daughter, Alma Jane. Mr. Chambers is a member of the United Presbyterian Church and Loyal Order of Moose. He is a Republican. Walter E. Lewis is a successful young business man of East Liverpool. He was born in Madison Township, Columbiana County, April 18, 1891, and is the son of George W. and Martha (Williams) Lewis. The Lewis homestead in Madison Township is among the oldest landmarks of the county and has been owned by this family for more than a century. George W. Lewis was the son of William Lewis. He engaged in farming throughout his life and died July 3, 1923. His wife, who was born in Elk Run Township, Columbiana County, resides in Madison Township. Mr. Lewis was a Democrat and an active member of the Presbyterian Church. To Mr. and Mrs. Lewis were born six children: Bertie, deceased; Walter E., the subject of this sketch ; Dora, deceased, married J. A. Crawford, a farmer, lives in Madison Township ; Mary, married H. C. Walter, lives in East Liverpool, Ada, lives at home ; and Clara, deceased. Walter E. Lewis attended the public schools of Madison Township, Canfield (Ohio) Normal School, and Canton Business College.. He then entered the employ of the Diebold Safe & Lock Company of Canton as a cost accountant clerk. Three years later he returned to his father's farm, where he remained until October, 1924, when he became a member of the firm of Stype & Lewis, dealers in tires and automobile accessories. They have the agency in East Liverpool for the Goodyear and Unites States tires. They also handle radios. Mr. Lewis is a member of the Presbyterian Church and the Masonic Lodge. He has a wide acquaintance in Columbiana County and is favorably known. HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 493 The Beers-Hanks Motor Company. Ranking among the leading and well known automobile agencies of Columbiana County is the Beers-Hanks Motor Company of East Liverpool. The business was incorporated in 1918 as the Liverpool Motor Car Company with A. G. Ellis as president. Prior to this time this Ford agency was under the direct supervision of the Pittsburgh branch of the Ford Motor Company, but since that time it has been identified with the Cleveland branch of the Ford Company. In May, 1925, the business was purchased from Mr. Ellis by Messrs. Beers and Hanks, both popular young automobile men of this section. It is incorporated under the laws of the State of Ohio with the following officers : J. M. Beers, president ; and R. T. Hanks, secretary and treasurer. Mr. Beers has been identified with the Ford Motor Car Company for nine years and has been actively connected with the sales and service departments. Mr. Hanks has been associated with the advertising and selling field during his business career. There are no salesrooms in the county that are more attractive than owned by this company and they are local agents for the Lincoln, Ford, and Fordson tractor. A complete repair shop is also maintained in connection and there is storage space available for 150 cars. C. G. Metsch, secretary and treasurer of the Potters Mining & Milling Company, is one of the well known and successful business men of East Liverpool. He was born at Elmore, Ohio, Feb. 15, 1885, and is the son of Cassius and Margaret (Foutts) Metsch. Cassius Metsch was born at Cannon's Mills, Columbiana County, the son of Christian and Elizabeth Metsch, natives of Germany and early settlers of this section. Christian Metsch was one of the pioneer millers of Columbiana County and owned two large mills at Elmore and Cannon's Mill, which were later operated by his sons. Mr. Metsch also erected a mill in East Liverpool on the present site of the Pennsylvania Railroad out bound freight station. Cassius Metsch died in 1887 and is buried in Riverview Cemetery. His wife was the daughter of Isaac Foutts, one of the organizers of the Agner & Foutts Pottery Company, East Liverpool. They were manufacturers of yellow ware and the plant was later sold to the Sebrings. Two sons were born to Mr. and Mrs. Cassius Metsch : C. G., 494 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY the subject of this sketch ; and Cassiu M., born in 1887. He is proprietor of the Metsch Refractories Company of Newell, W. Va. C. G. Metsch was reared and educated in East Liverpool. He entered the employ of the Westinghouse-Church-Kerr Company and in 1907 became identified with the Potters Mining & Milling Company as a clerk. In 1920 he was elected secretary and treasurer. On Oct. 3, 1912, Mr. Metsch was married to Miss Ethel Wallover of Smith's Ferry, Pa., the daughter of Robert A. and Mary (Dunn) Wall-over, residents of Smith's Ferry, Pa. Mr. Metsch is a Republican, a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church, of which he is secretary of the official board. He belongs to the Masonic Lodge, Kiwanis Club, and East Liverpool Country Club. He is a progressive, enterprising and substantial citizen. The Potters Mining & Milling Company, one of the leading business enterprises of East Liverpool, was organized in 1880 by Homer Laughlin, Homer Knowles, John M. Taylor, Joseph G. Lee, William and Samuel Cartwright, George S. Goodwin, Col. William Vodrey and others. It was founded for the purpose of grinding flint and feldspar for pottery use. The original idea was to supply the potteries in East Liverpool, but the company has expanded and now ships to all potteries in this section of the country. During the early days of the company flint was found in eastern Pennsylvania and Maryland by farmers while plowing, sent to East Liverpool, and placed in a kiln, calcined, and later ground. However, at the present time pure glass sand is used, which has been found to be about 99 per cent pure for pottery use. Feldspar, used in the manufacture of pottery ware, is shipped to the company from Canada and North Carolina. The Potters Mining & Milling Company is equipped to grind 120 tons per day. Nine acres of ground are owned by the plant, which is located in the east end of East Liverpool. The present officers are: George C. Thompson, president ; Homer J. Taylor, vice president ; C. G. Metsch, secretary and treasurer. The directors are George C. Thompson, Homer J. Taylor, William H. Vodrey, W. E. Wells, H. N. Harker, W. H. Phillips. George S. Goodwin, and Harry A. McNicol. HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 495 C. H. Moore is a leading and successful young business man of East Liverpool and a veteran of the World War. He was born at Clinton, Pa., Nov. 12, 1894, and is the son of J. N. and Anna (Craven) Moore. J. N. Moore, deceased, was a native of Pennsylvania. During his active career he was employed on boats on the Allegheny River. He died in 1918 and is buried at Clinton, Pa. His wife resides in East Liverpool. Mr. and Mrs. Moore had four children: W. R., lives in East Liverpool ; Nellie, married George M. Stull, deceased, and she resides in East Liverpool ; Etta, married C. E. Merriman, lives at Mt. Morris, Ill. and C. H., the subject of this sketch. C. H. Moore was educated in the public schools of East Liverpool and after finishing his school work learned the automobile mechanic's trade, which he has since followed. On Jan. 1, 1925, he engaged in partnership with Harold F. Vorndran, and they are proprietors of the Columbia Garage. They are agents for the Chippewa, Freedom, and Standard Oil Companies, and the Columbia Garage is an authorized Raybestos service station. They carry a complete line of automobile accessories and do general repair work. On May 10, 1917, Mr. Moore enlisted for service during the World War at Pittsburgh and was assigned to Headquarters Company, 15th U. S. Engineers. He sailed for France July 9, 1917, and arrived in Liverpool, England, July 19th. He served throughout all the major engagements of the war and was discharged at Camp Sherman, Ohio, May 15, 1919. Mr. Moore is a Republican, a member of the Methodist Church, and the American Legion. He has a wide acquaintance in Columbiana County. Harold F. Vorndran, one of East Liverpool's progressive young business men, was born in this city, April 10, 1903, and is the son of Joseph and Margaret (Seufts) Vorndran. Joseph Vorndran was born in Germany and at an early age emigrated to the United States. He was a miller by trade but after settling in East Liverpool conducted a cafe and restaurant business. He died Dec. 26, 1918, and is buried in Riverview Cemetery. His wife resides in East Liverpool. Mr. and Mrs. Vorndran were the parents of nine children 496 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY as follows: Katherine, lives at home ; Henry M., served during the World War in France and Belgium with the 112th Engineers, 37th Division, lives in East Liverpool; Irvin J., a World War veteran, lives in East Liverpool ; Amelia L., a teacher, lives at Bloomington, Ill. ; Edna M., at home ; Harold F., the subject of this sketch ; Violet V., a teacher in the East Liverpool Schools ; Mildred, at home ; and one child died in infancy. Harold F. Vorndran was reared and educated in East Liverpool and after completing a course of study at the Sweeney Automotive and Electric School of Kansas City, Mo., he entered the employment of the Trotter's Company, East Liverpool. He was later employed by the Pennsylvania Railroad Company at Midland, Pa., and Wellsville, Ohio, and in 1919 removed to Buffalo, N. Y. where he was connected with the Lackawanna Steel Company. The following year he returned to East Liverpool. In 1925 he established the Columbia Garage in partnership with C. H. Moore. They do general repair work and are dealers in automobile accessories. Mr. Vorndran is a Republican and a member of the Methodist Church. James S. McLane, who is successfully engaged in the grocery business at Wellsville, was born in Jefferson County, Ohio, in December, 1862, the son of Dr. Thomas L. and Hannah (Abbott) McLane. Dr. Thomas L. McLane was born in Jefferson County and his wife was a native of Carroll County, Ohio. He was a successful physician and practiced his profession at Somerset for a number of years. He was a Democrat, a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church and affiliated with the Masonic Lodge. Dr. McLane died April 8, 1894, and his wife died June 21, 1898. They were the parents of the following children: Lizzie, the widow of J. C. Runyon, lives at Wellsville ; H. W., lives retired at Wellsville; J. A., and David, deceased; Sarah, the widow of J. W. Brant, lives at Irondale, Ohio ; Thomas, L. M., Rachel, Mimo, and Mary Ellen, all deceased; Essie, married William Watt, lives in West Virginia ; B. F., lives at Alliance, Ohio ; and James S., the subject of this sketch. James S. McLane received his education in the public schools and has always engaged in the general mercantile business. He has lived in Wellsville since 1888 and is among the well known pioneer grocers of Columbiana County. HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 497 On June 22, 1884, Mr. McLane was united in marriage with Miss Mary J. Reed, a native of Westmoreland County, Pa., born June 14, 1866, the daughter of Henry and Rebecca (Fair) Reed. Mr. Reed, a native of Westmoreland County, Pa., was a veteran of the Civil War. He died May 13, 1918, and his wife resides in Wellsville with the McLane family. Mr. and Mrs. Reed had three children: Mrs. McLane ; Margaret, married Homer Lewis, lives at Wellsville ; and James F., a farmer, lives in Jefferson County, Ohio. To Mr. and Mrs. McLane were born five children: William Edgar, born Dec. 18, 1885, died at the age of 11 years ; Raymond, born Aug. 31, 1888, was killed in a railroad crossing accident Dec. 24, 1915 ; Sarah Myrtle, born March 15, 1890, married J. L. Jones, lives at Wellsville; Henry Reed, born April 16, 1891, died in infancy ; and Clifford Allen, born April 2, 1902, died in infancy. A grandson, James LeRoy Jones, was born Aug. 26, 1916. Mr. McLane is a Democrat, a member of the Second Presbyterian Church and belongs to the Knights of Pythias. Dr. Harry L. Frost, a popular young dentist of East Liverpool, is a member of a prominent family of Columbiana County. He was born in East Liverpool, Aug. 20, 1897, and is the son of Percy T. and Lillian (Mackintosh) Frost. Percy T. Frost, deceased, was one of the leading men in this country in commercial art as applied. to pottery. He was born in Longton, Stoke-on-Trent, England, Nov. 5, 1860, the son of Thomas and Elizabeth (Pillsbury) Frost. Thomas Frost, great-grandfather of the subject of this sketch, was born at Longton, England, and was a man of importance there, owning and operating flour mills for many years. His son, Thomas Frost, was born in 1815. He did not succeed his father in the milling business, for he possessed artistic talent which lead him to follow the profession of fresco work. For many years prior to his death in 1885 he had been in business for himself as an interior decorator. Percy T. Frost was apprenticed to learn the trade of decorating pottery, it having been demonstrated that he possessed natural artistic ability. He served for seven years, that being the limit prescribed in this trade, and during this (32)V1 498 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY period he completed a course in the Minton School of Art at Stoke-on-Trent. He then followed his trade in Torquay, Birmingham and Edinburgh, and in the last named city was engaged in the particular and delicate business of decorating glassware. Following this he took entire charge of R. H. Plant's china works at Longton, and continued there until 1880 when he came to America, the quality of his work being able to command very high prices. Mr. Frost's first engagement in the United States was at Trenton, N. J., with Swan & Whitehead, but shortly afterward he was engaged by W. Charles Hendrickson and then accepted an offer made at New Bedford, Mass., by the Mount Washington Art Company, manufacturers of fine glass ware. After one year he returned to Mr. Hendrickson but in 1886 entered the employ of the Homer Laughlin China Company of East Liverpool. Mr. Frost remained with this firm for nine years having charge of the decorating department. In 1895 he took charge of one of the Sebring plants and so remained until 1903 when he accepted the position as art director of the Knowles, Taylor & Knowles Company of East Liverpool. He died Jan. 17, 1925, and is buried in Riverview Cemetery. His wife, a native of Pittsburgh, resides in East Liverpool with her son. Harry L. Frost was graduated from East Liverpool High School in 1917 and from the Dental School of the University of Pittsburgh in 1922. He spent the following three years as an instructor in the University of Pittsburgh and in September, 1925, established his practice in East Liverpool with offices in the Little Building. Dr. Frost is a Republican, a member of the Episcopal Church, and belongs to the Delta Sigma Delta and Delta Sigma Phi fraternities. He is a 32nd degree Mason, being a member of A. F. and A. M., Lodge No. 315, East Liverpool, and the Consistory and Shrine at Pittsburgh, Pa. William F. Curran. Among the prominent young men of East Liverpool is William F. Curran, proprietor of the Curran Dancing Academy. He is a native of this city, born Oct. 13, 1897, and the son of Robert and Sarah (Wynn) Curran. Robert Curran, who resides in East Liverool, is a native of Salineville, Ohio. His wife was born at New Castle-on-Tyne, England, and is HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 499 the daughter of Anthony Wynn, who settled at Wellsville, Ohio, at an early date and engaged in the mercantile business. He is now deceased. Robert Curran began life as a potter and followed that trade until 1915, when he entered the restaurant business in East Liverpool, which he has since successfully conducted. He is a Republican and a member of the Catholic Church. To Mr. and Mrs. Curran the following children were born : Georgianna, married Andrew Alexander, lives in Buffalo, N. Y.; Margaret, deceased ; William F., the subject of this sketch ; Robert A. and Sarah E., both students. William F. Curran received his education in the public schools, being graduated from East Liverpool High School in 1917. After a course at Antioch College, Yellow Springs, Ohio, he entered the employ of the Youngstown Sheet & Tube Company, as chief clerk. He later went to Philadelphia and took up the study of dancing with Albert W. Newman. In 1917 he opened his academy in East Liverpool and in September, 1922, removed to his present location, 105 East 5th Street. Mr. Curran teaches modern and classical dancing, as well as toe, clog, and eccentric dancing. He is thoroughly capable in his work and widely known. On April 10, 1918, Mr. Curran was united in marriage with Miss Mary E. Cassidy, of East Liverpool, the daughter of Joseph and Margaret (Mackel) Cassidy, residents of Alliance, Ohio. Mr. Cassidy is the son of Michael and Mary Cassidy, the former at one time a prominent dancing teacher of Trenton, N. J. Mr. and Mrs. Curran have a daughter, Lois Marie. Mr. Curran is identified with the Ohio Dancing Masters' Association, the Pittsburgh Society of Improved Dancing, the International Dancing Masters of the World, and the National Institute of Social Dancing. He is a Republican, a member of the Catholic Church, and the Elks Lodge. Gus D. Alexander, who successfully conducts a confectionery business in East Liverpool, was born in Trippolis, Greece, July 2, 1887, and is the son of Demetrios and Georgia (Tzomis) Alexander. Demetrios Alexander, deceased, was a farmer and spent his entire life in Greece. His wife resides there. Nine children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Alexander, as follows: Alexander, lives in East Liverpool ; Paul, 500 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY died while serving with the Greek army in 1902 ; Mary, married Anast Petrakis, lives in Greece; Bessie, married Gus Pollas, lives in Greece ; Chris, lives in Greece, formerly lived in East Liverpool, where he was engaged in the restaurant business for 16 years ; Gus D., the subject of this sketch ; Peter, lives in East Liverpool ; George, deceased ; and Ernest, lives in Alberta, Canada. Gus. D. Alexander came to America in 1901, after having completed his schooling in his native land. He settled in Chicago, later lived in Pittsburgh, and in 1908 came to East Liverpool. He successfully conducted a restaurant business here for 16 years and since 1924 has conducted his confectionery. He carriers a fine line of candies, fruits, and refreshments. The business is located on Sixth Street. Mr. Alexander served during the World War with the 166th Headquarters Brigade, 83rd Division. He served in France from May, 1918, until Jan. 1919, and was discharged Feb. 1, 1919. He made a visit to Greece shortly after his discharge from the army and was married there to Miss Effie Rousous. They have haad four children : one died in infancy ; James ; William Plato, and Georgia. William Plate Alexander was awarded first prize in a perfect baby contest held in East Liverpool on July 31, 1925, and received a silver loving cup. Mr. Alexander is affiliated with the Greek Church of Youngstown and belongs to the American Legion. He is well and favorably known in East Liverpool. George H. Barlow, who successfully operates a cement block manufacturing business at East Liverpool, known as the River Road Block Works, is a native of England. He was born at Hanley, Staffordshire, Oct. 10, 1881, and is the son of William and Mary (Green) Barlow. William Barlow, retired, followed the potter's trade in early life and later successfully conducted a mercantile business until his retirement in 1920. He has spent his entire life in England. To Mr. and Mrs. Barlow were born nine children, as follows: George H., the subject of this sketch ; William, a World War veteran, lives in England ; Olive, married Arthur Hassall, lives at Coleridge, England, where he is identified with the George Hassall & Son Company ; Douglas, lives at Hanely, England; Alfred, John, Hanley, and Bertram, all deceased ; Daisy, married John Smith, lives at HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 501 Grimsby, England ; and Henry, a World War veteran, conducts his father's business in England. George H. Barlow received his education in the public schools of Hanley, England, and was graduated from high school in 1898. He learned the potter's trade in the employ of the Fenton Pottery Company and in 1914 came to this country and located in East Liverpool, where he became connected with the Edwin M. Knowles Pottery Company of Newell, W. Va. In 1924 Mr. Barlow engaged in his present business enterprise which has developed to an output of 600 blocks daily. He has an extensive trade throughout Ohio and West Virginia. Concrete chimneys and other specialties are also manufactured by the company. On Aug. 1, 1908, Mr. Barlow was united in marriage with Miss Jennie Hughes, of Hanley, England, the daughter of John T. and Ellen (Hughes) Hughes, of Montreal, Canada. They have a daughter, Freda, who attends East Liverpool High School. Mr. Barlow and his family are identified with the Orchard Grove Church and have a wide acquaintance in Columbiana County. Dr. C. F. Adam, of East Liverpool, is a successful and widely known dentist of Columbiana County. He was born in this city, July 13, 1890, and is the son of George M. and Hattie (Pettit) Adam. George M. Adam, deceased, was a veteran of the Civil War. He was a carriage and harness maker by trade and with his brother, M. B. Adam, engaged in business at Lisbon, Ohio. He was retired from business at the time of his death in October, 1916. Mr. Adam served throughout the Civil War with the 84th Ohio Volunteer Infantry and was taken prisoner at Harpers Ferry. He was a lieutenant at the time of his discharge and was one of the organizers of the General Lyon Post. Grand Army of the Republic, East Liverpool. Hattie (Pettit) Adam was the daughter of Austin J. and Martha Pettit. He was justice of the peace at Smiths Ferry, Pa., for many years and a prominent Mason of that section, having held the 32nd degree. He was the first worshipful master of his lodge. Mrs. Adam resides in East Liverpool. Two sons were born to Mr. and Mrs. George M. Adam : Ray T., mention of whom is made below ; and C. F., the subject of this sketch. 502 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY Ray T. Adam was born at Smiths Ferry, Pa., March 25, 1888. He was reared and educated in East Liverpool and was connected with the R. W. Bell Company as their Cleveland representative. He later was identified with the American Sheet and Tin Plate Company at Chester, W. Va,. until 1917, at which time he volunteered for service in the World War. He was sent to Camp Lee, Virginia, and later to Camp Meggs, where he was attached to the quartermaster's corps. He was then attached to the Motor Transport Corps, 302 Unit, and sent to England, and later to France. He was discharged at Camp Meade, Md., June 20, 1919, as a sergeant senior grade, this being the highest non-commissioned officer's rank. Mr. Adam is now successfully engaged in the real estate and insurance business in East Liverpool. He is a Republican, a member of the First Methodist Church, the American Legion, La Societe des 40 Hommes et 8 Chevaux, and the Elks Lodge. Dr. C. F. Adam was educated in the public and high schools of East Liverpool and in 1919 received his degree as Doctor of Dentistry from the University of Michigan. He spent the following year as an instructor in the university and in 1920 and 1921 was engaged in the practice of his profession at Monroe, Mich. He has been located in East Liverpool since 1922 with offices in the Little Building. On Aug. 27, 1923, Doctor Adam was united in marriage with Miss Sarah Weaver, of East Liverpool, and the daughter of Charles 0. and Nellie (Allison) Weaver, who live retired in East Liverpool. In politics Doctor Adam is a Republican. He holds membership in the Methodist Episcopal Church, the Masonic Lodge, Delta Sigma Delta fraternity, Corydon Palmer Dental Society, Ohio State Dental Association, and the National Dental Association. He is a progressive citizen. Dr. Kyle D. Dotson, a prominent dentist and leading citizen of East Liverpool, was born at Summerfield, Noble County, Ohio, Aug. 15, 1884, and is the son of James and Margaret Emily (King) Dotson. James Dotson, who lives retired at Summerfield, Ohio, is a native of Stock Township, Noble County, Ohio, born in 1853, and his wife was born in Monroe County, Ohio in 1864. He is the son of John and Margaret Dotson, natives of Monroe County. James Dotson's grandfather Dotson, HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 503 came from Maryland, James Dotson was his name, and settled at Barnesville; his wife's maiden name was Rebecca Parker, both are buried at Summerfield, Ohio, Noble County. Dr. Dotson's grandfather Dotson and grandmother Dotson were both born and raised in Monroe County, Ohio. His name was John Dotson and his wife's maiden name was Margaret Casey, and her father's name was Young and came from Belfast, Ireland ; came first to Green County, Pa., and from there to Monroe County, Ohio. Grandfather Casey also came from Ireland and settled in Monroe County, Ohio. Dr. Dotson's mother, Margaret Emily King, is a daughter of John W. King, and Martha Mahala (Hartshorn) King, both born and raised in Monroe County, Ohio, and are both buried at Sutherlands Cemetery, Monroe, County, Ohio. They were farmers and their parents came from Maryland and were from Wales. James Dotson was a school teacher in early life and later operated a well improved far mnear Summerfield, where he now lives. He specialized in the breeding of sheep and met with success. Mr. Dotson is a Republican, a member of the Methodist Church, and belongs to the Knights of Pythias. The following children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Dotson: Kyle D., the subject of this sketch ; Edith Lynn, married Blanchard McBride, lives in East Liverpool; and Mabel Eva, married Donald B. Fowler, lives in Chester, West Virginia. Dr. Kyle D. Dotson spent his boyhood on his father's farm and attended the public schools. He engaged in teaching for five years and during that time attended normal school during the summer months. He was later graduated from Bliss Business College at Columbus, Ohio, and for a short time taught in the Spencer Business College at Jersey City, N. J. He then returned to Columbus, entered the College of Dentistry, and was graduated in 1912. He was associated in practice at Summerfield with an uncle, Dr. J. R. McGinnis, and six months later came to East Liverpool and worked at his profession for Dr. O. B. Pfouts, until 1913. He then removed to Wellsville where he practiced until 1915, when he established his present practice at East Liverpool. In 1914 Doctor Dotson was united in marriage with Miss Louise Lucille Llewellyn, who was born at Martin's Ferry, Ohio, the daughter of David and Mary Llewellyn. Mr. Llewellyn, deceased, was for a number of years superintendent of the American Sheet & Tin Plate Company at New Kensington, Pa. He was superintendent of the American Sheet 504 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY and Tin Plate Company of Chester, W. Va. His wife resides at Martin's Ferry. To Mr. and Mrs. Dotson have been born three children: James, born Aug. 9, 1915 ; Betty Jane, born July 9, 1918 ; and Mary Louise, born Nov. 26, 1922. Doctor Dotson is identified with the State, County and National Dental Associations and the Psi Omega Dental Fraternity. He is a member of the First Methodist Church and stands high in the esteem of the community in which he lives. George M. Boyd, well known garage owner of East Liverpool, is a reliable and substantial citizen of Columbiana County. He was born near Hookstown, Pa., Jan. 22, 1886, and is the son of Thomas H. and Sarah Jane (Steffler) Boyd. Thomas H. Boyd, deceased, was a native of Beaver County, Pa., as was his wife. He was born Jan. 2, 1841, and she was born Dec. 25, 1845. Mr. Boyd engaged in general farming and stock raising during his life and met with marked success. He owned a well improved farm of 57 acres and was an extensive breeder of pure bred cattle. He was a Democrat and a member of the United Presbyterian Church. He died in 1913 and his wife died in 1917. Mr. and Mrs. Boyd were the parents of the following children: Frank, deceased ; Jennie, died in 1900 ; Alice, married George Allison, lives at Chester, W. Va.; Mary, deceased ; Nora, the widow of Benjamin Mackall, lives in East Liverpool ; Emma, married George Silver-thorn, lives at Chester, W. Va. ; Anna, married James Paisley, lives at Chester ; and George M., the subject of this sketch. George M. Boyd began life as a farmer. He attended the public schools of Beaver County and after completing his schooling purchased a tract of 60 acres. He later bought the old homestead, which he farmed until 1916, at which time he removed to East Liverpool and engaged in automobile repair work. He has conducted the Boyd Repair Shop at 126 Rural Lane since September, 1920, and this ranks among the up-to-date and dependable garages of the city. In December, 1905, Mr. Boyd was united in marriage with Miss Cora McCuen, who was born in Pleasants County, W. Va., the daughter of Jerry and Lucinda (Williamson) McCuen, both deceased. To Mr. and Mrs. Boyd four children have been born: Cecil, born Dec. 22, 1906, engaged in HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 505 business with his father ; Ida, born Oct. 6, 1908 ; Eulalie, born Aug. 21, 1913 ; and George Edward, born June 19, 1916. Politically, Mr. Boyd is a Republican. He and his family hold membership in the Presbyterian Church. James Spanos, an enterprising and progressive young business man of East Liverpool, was born at Leka, Samos Greece, Jan. 18, 1895, and is a son of John C. and Mary (Salamalekis) Spanos. John C. Spanos, deceased, was extensively engaged in the raising of grapes and olives in Greece during his life time. He owned 200 acres of land at Leka. He died in March, 1925. Five children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Spanos: Thomas, engaged in the confectionery business at Livingston, Mont.; Gus, a veteran of the World War, lives in Brooklyn, N. Y. : Mike, lives in Greece; James, the subject of this sketch ; and Evangeline, married George Checkalakis, lives in Greece. James Spanos spent his boyhood on his father's farm and attended the schools in his native land. He came to this country in 1909, settled in Chicago, but shortly after removed to Livingston, Mont., where he engaged in business with his brother. He has lived in East Liverpool since June, 1924, where he is proprietor of the Royal Cleaning Works. Mr. Spanos employs four men in his shop and has a well established trade. The business is located at 502 Market Street. A. L. Pugh, a reliable and successful young business man of East Liverpool. was born at New Cumberland, Ohio, Nov. 23, 1893, the son of George W. and Mary Belle (Allison) Pugh. George W. Pugh, deceased, was born at Pughtown, W. Va., and was a prosperous farmer during his life. He owned about 500 acres of well improved land and was an extensive stockman. He died in 1915 and is buried at Chester, W. Va. His wife resides at Chester. Mr. Pugh was a Republican, and served as a member of the council at New Cumberland for two terms. Four children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Pugh: Arthur F., a farmer, lives near Chester, W. Va.; A. L., the subject of this sketch; Clarence lives at Chester ; and Mabel, who lives with her mother. 506 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY A. L. Pugh attended the public schools of New Cumberland and Chester and remained on the home farm with his father until 1915, at which time he entered the employ of the American Sheet & Tin Plate Company, with whom he remained until 1921. He spent the following two years as a thresher and later was connected with the Superior Cord Tire Company of Chester. In the meantime Mr. Pugh established a cement block business at Chester and in January, 1924, removed the business to East Liverpool. He manufactures Cement blocks, granite faced cast stone blocks, window sills, panels and copings. The plant is equipped to turn out 700 blocks daily. On Nov. 24, 1920, Mr. Pugh was united in marriage to Miss Gertrude Stevenson, who was born at Wick, W. Va., the daughter of W. L. and Carrie (Bartley) Stevenson. They have a daughter, Donna Margaret, born at Chester, Dec. 24, 1921. Mr. Pugh is a Republican, a member of the Methodist Church and a substantial citizen of the community. Paul R. White, a substantial and well known citizen of East Liverpool, is a native of Columbiana County. He was born at East Fairfield, Nov. 8, 1887, and is the son of K. R. and Leona (McMillan) White. K. R. White was born in Columbiana County in 1848, the son of John White, who died while in service during the Civil War. He is a veterinary surgeon at New Waterford, Ohio. He is a Republican and a prominent politician of that section, having served as constable of Elk Run Township for 13 years. His wife was born in Columbiana County in 1848. Seven children were born to Mr. and Mrs. White as follows : William B., lives in Youngstown, Ohio ; Paul R., the subject of this sketch ; Frank J., born Dec. 25, 1889, lives at East Palestine, Ohio, is a veteran of the World War, having served with the 37th Division ; Lola, married William Prather, lives at Salem ; John, lives at Salem ; Naomi, married Donald Bradfield, lives in East Liverpool; and Clara, deceased. Paul R. White received his education in the public schools and at an early age learned the pottery trade at Niles, Ohio. In 1902 he located at Columbiana and in January, 1909, removed to East Liverpool, where he was employed in the potteries. He later was connected with the Crook HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 507 Furniture Company and the Moore Furniture Company, having remained with the latter concern for ten years. Since 1920 Mr. White has successfully conducted a furniture and upholstery business at Broadway and East Third Street. On Feb. 8, 1912, Mr. White was united in marriage with Miss Lydia McDevitt of Lisbon, Ohio, the daughter of Reuben and Rebecca (McCormick) McDevitt. Mr. McDevitt lives retired at Lisbon. His wife is deceased. To Mr. and Mrs. White four children have been born: Pauline, Robert, Betty Jane, and Verna Jean. Mr. White is a Republican, a member of the First Christian Church and belongs to the Sons of Veterans, East Liverpool. The White family ranks among the favorably known pioneer families of Columbiana County. Frank J. Hanlon is a progressive business man of East Liverpool, where he is proprietor of Hanlon's Grinding & Machine Shop. He was born at Port Washington, Tuscarawas County, Ohio, Sept. 3, 1885, the son of Michael E. and Elizazbeth (Getmann) Hanlon. Michael E. Hanlon was born at Wellsville, Ohio, Jan. 1, 1865. At an early age he learned the machinist's trade, at which he was employed practically his entire life. He died Oct. 20, 1921, and is buried in the Catholic cemetery, Wellsville. His wife, who was born at Port Washington, Ohio, May 22, 1860, resides at Wellsville. To Mr. and Mrs. Hanlon were born eight children, as follows: Frank J., the subject of this sketch ; John, born in 1887, employed by the Pennsylvania Railroad at Wellsville ; Ellen, married William S. McHugh, lives in Cleveland; Charles, employed by the Pennsylvania Railroad at Wellsville ; Thomas, born Aug. 2, 1895, enlisted with the Rainbow Division, 42nd Division, was a member of Company E, 166th Infantry, and was killed in action, Aug. 2, 1918, is buried in France ; Mary, married Harry N. Dawson, lives in East Liverpool ; William, lives at Wellsville ; and George, born in 1903, lives at Wellsville. He enlisted in the army after the armistice and was in service for 18 months. Frank J. Hanlon received his education in the parochial schools of Wellsville and when a young man learned the machinist trade in the employ of the Pennsylvania Railroad, at Allegheny, Pa. In 1904 he went 508 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY with the Mesta Machine Company of West Homestead, Pa., but later returned to the Pennsylvania Railroad and was employed at Fort Wayne, Ind. In 1908 Mr. Hanlon was transferred by the company to Wellsville, and the following year he became connected with the East Liverpool Traction and Light Company as a machinist, in whose employ he remained until 1918. He then went with the Stevenson Company of Wellsville and in 1921 engaged in business at Wellsville. In April, 1923, the business was removed to East Liverpool. Hanlon's Grinding & Machine Shop is electrically equipped throughout and is equipped to do cylinder grinding and practically all automobile work of that nature. Mr. Hanlon's shop operates a cylinder grinder, shaper, lathe, drill press, piston grinder, bearing machines, and electric score filler. On Nov. 26, 1906, Mr. Hanlon was united in marriage with Miss Martha E. Waltmire, of Hayes, Pa., the daughter of Joseph and Elizabeth Waltmire. Mr. Waltmire is deceased and his wife resides at East Liverpool. Mr. and Mrs. Hanlon have no children. In politics Mr. Hanlon is identified with the Republican party. He is a member of the First Presbyterian Church, East Liverpool and is a 32nd degree Mason and a member of the Al Koran Shrine, Cleveland. A. A. Springer, popular garage owner of East Liverpool, was born in Wetzel County, W. Va., June 19, 1891, the son of Selby and Ellen (Kidder) Springer. Selby Springer was born near Philadelphia. At an early date he settled in West Virginia where he worked at his trade as a carpenter. He died in Wetzel County in July, 1898. His wife resides in East Liverpool. Mr. and Mrs. Springer had four children: A. A., the subject of this sketch ; Ruth, married Theodore Nusser, lives in East Liverpool ; Earl, deceased ; and Raymond, lives in East Liverpool. After completing his schooling in the public schools of Wetzel and Pleasants counties, W. Va., A. A. Springer engaged in the lumber business for four years. He then learned the blacksmith trade which he followed until 1912, at which time he entered the employ of the National Drawn Steel Company of East Liverpool. In 1919 he gave up this work and engaged in the automobile business. He opened the East End Garage in HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 509 1922 in partnership with R. Plate, and they were local dealers for the Chevrolet automobile until January, 1925, when the partnership was dissolved. Mr. Springer has since engaged in the garage business at 1845 Harvey Street. In 1912 Mr. Springer was married to Miss Belva Gorby of New Martinsville, W. Va., the daughter of Dudley and Eleanor Gorby, both deceased. They have four children: Eugene, Benjamin, Guy and Bessie. Politically Mr. Springer is a Republican. He is affiliated with the Independent Order of Odd Fellows and the Eagles Lodge. He is an industrious and energetic citizen, highly esteemed throughout the community. Ambrose Hancock, a highly esteemed and prominent citizen of East Liverpool, where he is secretary of the Fraternal Order of Eagles, is a native of England. He was born at Ironbridge, Shropshire, Oct. 14, 1870, the son of John and Mary (Fox) Hancock. Both John Hancock and his wife were natives of England, where they spent their entire lives. He was a blacksmith by trade and for many years served as foreman of the Coalbrookedale Iron Company. He lived retired before his death, which occurred in 1913. He was a prominent politician and an active supporter of the Unionist party. His wife died May 24, 1898. Mr. and Mrs. Hancock were the parents of seven children: Joseph, lives in England ; Alfred and Harry, both deceased ; Edwin and Annette, who live at Ironbridge, Eng.; Ambrose, the subject of this sketch ; and John, lives at Yorkshire, Eng. Ambrose Hancock received his education in his native land and attended the School of Arts at Coalbrookdale, Eng., where his instructors numbered Messrs. Gibbons, Spencer, and Gates, three of England's leading art directors. Mr. Hancock spent some time in the employ of the Craven & Dunnill Tile Company. In 1904 he came to the United States and settled in East Liverpool, where he entered the employ of the Knowles, Taylor & Knowles Pottery Company, with whom he remained until 1914. He then engaged in the restaurant business until 1918 and has since that time devoted his time to the Fraternal Order of Eagles. On May 13, 1912, Mr. Hancock was married to Rachel (Cartwright) Greenwood of East Liverpool, the daughter of Thomas Cartwright, a 510 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY native of England, now deceased. By her first marriage Mrs. Hancock had four sons : Henry, Alfred G., and Edward ; and William, deceased. Mr. Hancock was elected secretary of the Fraternal Order of Eagles, Aerie No. 457, East Liverpool, in 1912 and served in this capacity for four years. He was again elected in 1922. He is Past Worthy President and Deputy Grand President for this district. He is a Republican and a member of the Episcopal Church. Harry E. Brokaw, who has successfully engaged in the practice of law in East Liverpool for the past 15 years, ranks among the leading attorneys of Columbiana County. He was born in Morgan County, Ohio, July 17, 1877, and is the son of George W. and Rilla L. (Noyes) Brokaw. George W. Brokaw was born in Morgan County, Ohio, March 6, 1849, the son of George and Matilda (Lyons) Brokaw. George Brokaw, deceased, grandfather of the subject of this sketch, went west during the gold rush of 1849 and was killed while working in a gold mine in California. His son, George W., began life as a farmer but later engaged in bridge and road construction work. He spent 30 years in this work and now lives retired at Stockport, Ohio. He is a Republican and has held many township and county offices, including that of county commissioner. He is a member of the Masonic Lodge. Rilla L. (Noyes) Brokaw was born in Morgan County, Ohio, in November, 1851, and died July 2, 1919. She was the daughter of Joseph and Sybil (Blake) Noyes, both natives of Maine, and early settlers of Ohio: To Mr. and Mrs. George W. Brokaw three sons were born: J. H., a graduate of Marietta (Ohio) College, and now is engaged in the mercantile business in Seattle, Wash.; George L., a member of the firm of Brokaw & Brokaw, attorneys, East Liverpool ; and Harry E., the subject of this sketch. Harry E. Brokaw received his early education in the public schools of Morgan County, attended Marietta Academy, and was graduated from Marietta College in 1903. He was graduated from Cincinnati Law School three years later and in 1906 was admitted to practice in the state courts of Ohio, 1914 to the Federal courts, and in 1924 to the United States Supreme Court. In September, 1906, Mr. Brokaw engaged in the practice of law at Martins Ferry and four years later removed to East Liverpool. HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 511 The firm of Brokaw & Brokaw have offices in the I. O. O. F. Building and they have an extensive practice in the county. Mr. Brokaw served as Columbiana County liquor license commissioner from 1914 until 1918 and in November, 1923, was elected city solicitor of East Liverpool. He is identified with the Columbiana County Bar Association, Southern Columbiana County Bar Association and the Ohio State Bar Association. On May 15, 1913, Mr. Brokaw was united in marriage with Miss Mina Payne of Belmont County, Ohio, the daughter of J. W. Payne, who lives at Martins Ferry. Mr. and Mrs. Brokaw have two children: Lawrence, born Dec. 25, 1914 ; and Ruth, born Nov. 30, 1916. Mr. Brokaw is a Republican and is affiliated with the Masonic Lodge at Stockport, Ohio. He is a member of the Orchard Grove Methodist Episcopal Church and is trustee, Sunday School Superintendent and a member of the official board. L. W. Dreier, a progressive business man of East Liverpool, is one of the well known and substantial citizens of Columbiana County. He was born in Pittsburgh, May 30, 1883, and is the son of Fred and Mary Dreier. Fred Dreier was born in Germany in 1850 and when a young man came to this country with his brother, Henry. They settled in Pittsburgh where he was employed as a carriage body builder. He died in 1899. His wife, a native of Cincinnati, Ohio, now lives at Bellevue, Pa. Mr. and Mrs. Dreier were the parents of eight children, as follows: Margaret, married A. Grader, lives at Erie, Pa.; Kate, married Charles Short, lives at Bellevue, Pa.; Louise, lives in Erie ; Clara, lives at Bellevue ; Amelia, deceased ; L. W., the subject of this sketch ; Fred, lives in Pittsburgh ; and Harry, lives with his mother. L. W. Dreier was reared and educated in Pittsburgh and when a young man learned the auto carriage painting trade. In 1909 he entered the employ of the Baker Electric Company, Cleveland, but the following year returned to Pittsburgh. He conducted a painting business at Tarenturn, Pa., for several years, and in 1915 removed to East Liverpool, where he established his present business. Dreier's Auto Paint Shop is well equipped to do high grade automobile painting and it is an authorized 512 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY Dupont Duco refinishing station. Mr. Dreier also has a well established trade in automobile accessories and is local dealer for the Miller Tires. In 1906 Mr. Dreier was married to Miss Myrtle Shotts, of Pittsburgh, the daughter of Charles and Elmira V. Shotts, both deceased. To Mr. and Mrs. Dreier have been born eight children: Elizabeth, Anna, Virginia, Barkley, Helen, William, James, and Johanna, all at home. Politically Mr. Dreier is a Republican. He is a member of the Presbyterian Church and belongs to the Masonic and Elks Lodges. W. Homer Richey is an enterprising and successful young business man of East Liverpool, where he was born Sept. 15, 1894. He is the son of Emory and Mellisa (McGonigal) Richey. Emory Richey was born in Washington County, Pa., and his wife is a native of Salineville, Columbiana County. He began his career as a potter and for 25 years was employed as a decorator in the local potters. He then was associated with Charles W. Harrison, importer of decalcomania. In 1913 he went with the Croxall Chemical & Supply Company as a salesman, and is now connected with that firm. He and his wife reside in East Liverpool and are the parents of the following children: Margaret, deceased ; Ralph, lives at Wheeling, W. Va. ; Floyd, lives in Omaha, Neb. ; Harry, at home; W. Homer, the subject of this sketch ; Lawrence, at home ; and Gladys, married Richard Taylor, lives in East Liverpool. W. Homer Richey attended the public schools of East Liverpool and since 1909 has been identified with Charles W. Harrison. They are importers of potters' decorating materials and have a well established business throughout the pottery section. In 1914 Mr. Richey was married to Miss Blanche Laughley, of Chester, W. Va., and the daughter of Henry and Mary (Beadnell) Laughley, residents of Chester. They have two daughters : Thelma, born in March, 1916 ; and Betty Jane, born in February, 1918. Mr. Richey is a Republican, a member of the Christian Church, and a dependable citizen of the community.