HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY OHIO HAROLD B. BARTH IN TWO VOLUMES ILLUSTRATED VOLUME TWO HISTORICAL PUBLISHING COMPANY TOPEKA-INDIANAPOLIS 1926 History of Columbiana County BIOGRAPHICAL HISTORY--CONTINUED Robert T. Hall, deceased, was a prominent pottery manufacturer and eminent citizen of East Liverpool, where he was born March 23, 1877, and died November 18, 1920. He was the son of Robert and Elizabeth (McHenry) Hall. Robert Hall was born in Pittsburgh, Pa., but when a young boy moved to Beaver County Pennsylvania, where he grew to manhood at Frankford Springs, not far from East Liverpool. During the Civil War he served three years in the 140th Regiment, Ohio Volunteer Infantry, his military record including Fredericksburg, the wilderness and fourteen others. After the war he learned the carpenter's trade, and for many years was a contractor and builder in East Liverpool. He was the founder of the Hall Lumber Company, and an organizer and first president of the Citizens' National Bank. He was also interested in the Hall China Company, all of East Liverpool, but his time was largely given to the affairs of the Hall Lumber Company and to his contracting business. He was an active member of the Presbyterian Church and of the Grand Army of the Republic and was a Republican. Robert Hall married Elizabeth McHenry, who died in 1880, leaving four children: Mary, married Frank Simmers ; Charles, a resident of East Liverpool ; Robert T., the subject of this sketch, and Elizabeth, married Josiah T. Herbert. Mr. Hall's second marriage was to Rosa Robb, and to this union the following children were born : William, deceased ; Ralph, a resident of California ; Ethel, resides in Cleveland, Ohio, and Harold, a resident of Delaware, Ohio. - 609 - (2)V2 610 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY Robert T. Hall attended the schools of East Liverpool, Kenyon College, a military school in Gambier, Ohio, and was a student at Wooster University at the time of the outbreak of the Spanish-American War. He was commissioned second lieutenant, 8th Regiment, Ohio National Guard, in 1897, and was commissioned a similar rank in Company E, when his command was mustered into the United States service, April 26, 1898, for service in Cuba. He saw active service in Santiago, San Juan Hill, Aguadores and El Caney, being with his company from July 7 until August 18, 1898, and was mustered out the following November 1. After his return from the army, Mr. Hall entered the office employ of the United States Pottery Company of Wellsville, Ohio, there continuing until 1901, when he became associated with the newly organized East Liverpool Potteries Company, a consolidation of six of the going pottery concerns in and about East Liverpool. In 1904 that consolidation was dissolved, and the Hall China Company restored to the original ownership, the Hall family. Shortly afterward Robert T. Hall became the business head and one of the principal owners of that concern. He took hold of the business at a time when the pottery industry of this country was in anything but a prosperous condition. The manufacture of the original line of earthenware was gradually discontinued, and Mr. Hall became the pioneer in this country, if not in the world, in the production of a completely viterous, white-lined, fire-proof cooking ware. The extraordinary merit of the goods was soon recognized, and from that moment success was assured. The demand grew so rapidly that it was difficult to increase production capacity to keep pace with it. Eventually it became necessary to add a second plant, which was completed and placed in full operation but a short time before Mr. Hall's death. He had not only given to East Liverpool one of its most important industries, but one unique in the country, and of such merit to add much to the reputation of his native city, and of the pottery industry of America. As general manager and one of the principal owners of the Hall China Company, Mr. Hall became a dominant figure in the business life of his city, and in January, 1920, when the Hall China Company bought the Goodwin plant and remodeled it, it gave him additional and greater responsibility and prestige. He was not only secretary-treasurer and general manager of the Hall China Company, and one of the best known men in the pottery business, but was a director of the Potters' National Bank, HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 611 Potters' Building and Savings Company, member of the Chamber of Commerce, and had a hand in every public enterprise of merit put forth in the interest of East Liverpool. Mr. Hall's ancestry being purest American, while in sagacity, integrity, and public spirit he was a fine example of the American business man and citizen. Genial and friendly, he had a host of friends whose society he enjoyed, but he possessed a faculty for self-enjoyment, being fond of golf and all out-of-door sports. Mr. Hall took a deep interest in the East Liverpool Country Club, and was its first and only president until his death. This club, which he aided in organizing, has fine grounds and is one of the leading country clubs of the Ohio Valley. He was a Republican, and a member of the Emanuel Presbyterian Church. He was affiliated with East Liverpool Lodge, No. 258,. Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, and the Beta Theta Phi college fraternity. During the World War, in which he was anxious to serve as a soldier but was refused the opportunity, he took an active part in all war activities, and the success of the various Liberty Bond and war charities campaigns may in a large degree be attributed to Mr. Hall. On June 20, 1905, Mr. Hall married Millicent Everson Thompson, a daughter of John C. and Charlotte (Winteur) Thompson. Mr. Hall built a beautiful home on Park Boulevard, East Liverpool, Ohio, and there he spent his happiest hours, indulging in his great love for flowers, plants, trees and shrubs in making the grounds attractive. Three children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Hall: Robert Thompson ; John Thompson, and Everson. Mrs. Hall continues her residence with her children at the Park Boulevard home. They are members of Emanuel Presbyterian Church, in which Mrs. Hall is an active member. The Hall China Company, of East Liverpool, is one of the well established and important industries of this city. Its extensive plants give employment to 170 people and ten general ware kilns are in operation and two decorating kilns. The Hall China Company was organized in 1903 and incorporated under the laws of the State of Ohio. Its first president was Robert Hall, Sr. The Hall China Company are manufacturers of vitrified fire proof 612 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY cooking china and decorative and plain tea pots, its products being the hardest and strongest ware on the market. It is acid and fireproof and practically unbreakable. It is the only kind of ware produced in the world, in which body and glaze are produced with one firing at a temperature of 2,500 degrees. The result of this operation is a china absolutely nonabsorbent, a sanitary feature of great importance. Before the organization of the Hall China Company all earthenware used for cooking purposes was imported from Europe, principally from Luxemburg, Alsace Lorraine, and other districts in Germany and France. The present officers of the Hall China Company are: F. I. Simmers, president and sales manager ; Harvey McHenry, vice president ; and Malcolm W. Thompson, secretary and treasurer. The company's plants are located at Walnut and Fourth streets, and Broadway and Sixth streets. Jesse R. Gilcrest is among the enterprising business men of East Liverpool, where he is proprietor of the East End Machine Shop. He was born at Wheeling, W. Va., Aug. 4, 1863, and is the son of John B. and Laura C. (Brainard) Gilcrest. John B. Gilcrest, deceased, was a native of Brilliant, Ohio, born Jan. 21, 1837. His wife was born in Indiana, Aug. 28, 1838, and died July 7, 1925. Mr. Gilcrest was a stone contractor and the owner of large stone quarries in Ohio. He died July 7, 1875, and is buried at Brilliant, Ohio. He served throughout the Civil War with the First Virginia Volunteer Infantry. To Mr. and Mrs. Gilcrest the following children were born : James B., lives at Mt. Pleasant, Pa. ; Harry, died May 2, 1923 ; Jesse R., the subject of this sketch ; Frank, deceased ; Lulu, the widow of James M. Smith, lives at Follansbee, W. Va.; and Eugene, deceased. Jesse R. Gilcrest spent his boyhood in Ohio. He attended the public schools, learned the machinist's trade, and at an early age entered the employ of the Spaulding Iron Works at Brilliant. He was later connected with the Laughlin Iron Company at Mingo Junction, Ohio, and the H. L. Dickson Company of Pittsburgh. In 1900 he established the Toronto Machine Company, at Toronto, Ohio, which he successfully conducted for 20 years. During this time he was also connected with the Toronto Foundry & Machine Company as general manager. He later purchased HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 613 the Davis-Price Foundry & Machine Company of New Cumberland, W. Va., which he conducted for two years. In May, 1924, Mr. Gilcrest came to East Liverpool, where he established the East End Machine Shop. He is also an inventor of note and holds many patents. On April 7, 1923, Mr. Gilcrest was married to Miss Doris E. McDaniels, of East Liverpool, the daughter of L. M. Mc Daniels. Politically, Mr. Gilcrest is a Democrat. He is a Mason. Dr. J. S. McCulloch, who has practiced his profession at Wellsville for the past 21 years, is among the capable physicians and surgeons of Columbiana County. He was born in Guernsey County, Ohio, March 20, 1875, and is the son of William and Sarah Elizabeth (Sproat) McCulloch. William McCulloch was a native of Scotland, born in 1834. His wife was born in Pennsylvania, Feb. 1, 1836, and they were the parents of the following children: Alpheus, deceased ; Allen, an attorney, lives at Cambridge, Ohio ; Rev. A. D., a minister of the Presbyterian church, died in February, 1905 ; Emma, the widow of Francis Howard, lives in Muskingum County, Ohio ; William, a farmer, lives in Guernsey County, Ohio; Dr. H. D., a physician, lives at Toronto, Ohio; Laura, deceased, was the wife of H. C. Knowles, Toledo, Ohio ; and Dr. J. S., the subject of this sketch. William McCulloch was an early settler of Guernsey County, Ohio, and one of the first teachers in that section. He also improved a farm of 140 acres and became an extensive stockman. He was a Democrat, a member of the Presbyterian Church. and died March 17, 1890. His wife died May 24, 1915. Dr. J. S. McCulloch received his early schooling in Muskingum County, and was graduated from the School of Medicine at Ohio State University in 1904. He has since practiced his profession at Wellsville and is among the progressive men of his profession. He is surgeon for the Pennsylvania Railroad, the American Sheet & Tin Plate Company and the McLain Fire Brick Company. He is president of the Peoples National Bank, Wellsville. On June 22, 1909, Dr. McCulloch was united in marriage with Miss Ellen Andrews, who was born at Butler, Pa., May 14, 1883, the daughter of C. B. and Clarissa (Brown) Andrews. Mr. Andrews, deceased, was a veteran of the Spanish American War. Another daughter, Sarah Pearl, 614 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY married John W. Ritchie, and lives in New Jersey. Mrs. Andrews resides in Wellsville Township, Columbiana County. Dr. and Mrs. McCulloch have two children: Sarah C., born in 1914, and David J., born in 1918. Mrs. McCulloch is a graduate of Chicago University and before her marriage was a high school teacher at Wellsville. Dr. McCulloch is a Republican and a member of the Presbyterian Church. John McBane Kerr has had a successful career as an agriculturist and is a member of a family that has long been identified with the history of Columbiana County. He was born in Madison Township, this county, April 17, 1870, and is the son of Thomas Barr and Nancy (McBane) Kerr. John McBane, maternal grandfather of the subject of this sketch, settled in this county 100 years ago, having come here from Scotland. He married Miss Jennie Orr of Genesee County, N. Y., and they were the parents of five daughters, all of whom are now deceased except Mrs. Thomas Kerr. The McBane homestead has always remained in the family and is now occupied by John McBane Kerr. His father, Thomas Barr Kerr, was born in Washington County, Pa., Aug. 14, 1841 and in 1856 settled in Columbiana County, where he engaged in general farming. He served one hundred days during the Civil War with the Forty-Third Volunteer Regiment, Ohio National Guard and died Feb. 2, 1900. His widow lives in Yellow Creek Township, Columbiana County. To Mr. and Mrs. Kerr were born six children: Mary Alice, married Samuel J. Kerr, both deceased ; Ella E., married George F. McCready, lives retired at Wellsville ; John McBane, the subject of this sketch ; Catherine, married William Frazier, lives in Pittsburgh ; Jeanette and Christine, who live with their mother. John McBane Kerr grew up on his father's farm, attended the public and high schools of Wellsville, and was also a student at Indiana State Normal School. He has always been interested in dairy farming and operates 250 acres of good farm land. Locust Farm, as it is known, is among Columbiana County's fine farms. Mr. Kerr was married Jan. 12, 1910, to Miss Marietta Davidson, of Wellsville, who was born May 26, 1869, the daughter of Peter and Hannah (Fraser) Davidson. Mrs. Kerr has a brother, James A., who lives at HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 615 Wellsville. Her mother died Aug. 19, 1875, and her father Feb. 18, 1902. By a second marriage to Miss Nancy Morris, who died Dec. 1, 1904, he had a daughter, Anna, who married 0. H. Lowary, and they live at Painesville, Ohio. Mr. Davidson served during the Civil War as a member of Company B, 46th Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteers, and was a member of the Grand Army of the Republic. Mr. and Mrs. Kerr have no children. Mr. Kerr is president of the Columbiana County Farm Bureau. He has served as township trustee for 14 years and was a candidate for county commissioner on the Republican ticket. He and his wife are members of the United Presbyterian Church and are highly esteemed citizens of the community. F. Lee Copenhaver is well and favorably known in East Liverpool, where he is manager of C. W. Lowers & Company. He was born near St. Marys, W. Va., July 30, 1889, and is the son of F. Marion and Virginia (Baron) Copenhaver. F. Marion Copenhaver is a native of St. Marys, W. Va., born Feb. 22, 1865. His wife was born there Dec. 17, 1864. He began life as a farmer and in 1897 came to East Liverpool, where he has since been employed as a potter. Mr. and Mrs. Copenhaver have five children, as follows: Margaret, married Frank Hoobler, lives at De Ruyter, N. Y. F. Lee, the subject of this sketch ; Mary, married Bert Gilson, a druggist, lives in East Liverpool ; Elizabeth, married Frank Cummings, lives in East Liverpool ; and Clem, lives in East Liverpool. F. Lee Copenhaver attended the public schools of Maxwell County, W. Va., and Ohio Valley Business College, East Liverpool. He has always been interested in the grocery business and since 1910 has served as manager of C. W. Lowers & Company, 755 Dresden Avenue. This was formerly the Robinson & Lowers Company, but since 1910 has been known as C. W. Lowers & Company. Mr. Copenhaver is a partner in the business, which is one of the well established firms of the city. On Feb. 22, 1911, Mr. Copenhaver was married to Miss Nettie 0. Lowers, of East Liverpool, the daughter of C. W. and Harriet (McVay) Lowers. Mr. Lowers was born at Wadesville, W. Va., March 6, 1869, and died July 21, 1925. He is buried in Riverview Cemetery, East Liverpool. To Mr. and Mrs. Copenhaver have been born four children: Ralph, born 616 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY April 4, 1912 ; Roy, born May 27, 1916 ; Lee, Jr., born Dec. 30, 1918 ; and Harriet, born Sept. 27, 1920. Mr. Copenhaver is a Republican, a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church, and belongs to the Independent Order of Odd Fellows and Modern Woodmen of America. W. E. Cunning. Ranking among the representative business men and prominent citizens of Columbiana County is the name of W. E. Cunning, deceased. He was born at Mt. Jackson, Lawrence County, Pa., Nov. 24, 1862, the son of Hugh and Mary (Jones) Cunning. Hugh Cunning was born in Baltimore, Md., and his wife was a native of Lawrence County, Pa. He was a carpenter contractor and owned a large planing mill at Beaver Falls, Pa. He died Feb. 3, 1897, and his wife died May 15, 1902. To Mr. and Mrs. Cunning were born seven sons and seven daughters, of whom W. E., the subject of this sketch, was the oldest. W. E. Cunning spent his boyhood in Lawrence County and received his education in the district schools. He was about nine years old when his parents removed to Beaver Falls, Pa., where he completed his schooling. Later, he settled in East Liverpool, where he became an apprentice in the pottery business. He was a grocery clerk for Burgess Brothers several years, and in 1885 with Wm. Burgess, who later became his father-in-law, formed a partnership in the pottery supply business. They organized under the name of Burgess Company, at East Liverpool, Ohio, where they manufactured stilts, pins, spurs and pottery supplies. Mr. and Mrs. Cunning went abroad to England to get the molds to make bone china, and the Burgess Company was the first manufacturer to make bone china in America but later they gave up that business on the account of the expense of operation. The plant was then incorporated as the West End Pottery Company, of East Liverpool, Ohio, of which Mr. Cunning was President until his death. During the World War Mr. Cunning and C. C. Ashbaugh incorporated the Liberty China Company, at New Lexington, Ohio, who are manufacturers of table ware. This company still maintains this business at New Lexington, Ohio. HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 617 On Aug. 24, 1887, Mr. Cunning married Miss Florence Burgess, the daughter of William and Adeline (Pepin) Burgess, a sketch of whom appears elsewhere in this history. To them one son was born, George Burgess Cunning, now general manager of the West End Pottery Company. He was married to Miss Freda Fortner of East Liverpool, and they have two sons, Willis Burgess and William James Cunning. Politically, Mr. Cunning was a Republican, and he held membership in the Elks Lodge and the East Liverpool Country Club. He was a citizen who held the high regard of the entire community. Samuel Stevenson, deceased, was a successful business man and prominent citizen of Wellsville for many years, and president of the Stevenson Company, founders and machinists. He was born in Philadelphia, Dec. 25, 1828, the son of James and Hannah J. (Girvin) Stevenson. The parents of Mr. Stevenson were born in County Armagh, Ireland, and came to the United States in 1825, settling in Philadephia, where they lived until 1838. James Stevenson engaged in business as a paving and grading contractor. In 1838 the family removed to Pittsburgh, but soon after went to Hancock County, Va., across the river from Wellsville. Some time in 1839 another removal was made to a farm in Yellow Creek Township, Columbiana County, but in 1842 they left the farm and came to Wellsville. There James Stevenson died in 1870, aged 71 years, and his wife in 1872, aged 73 years. Of their ten children eight grew to maturity: Hannah, married Stephen Fawcett, of Wellsville, both deceased; Samuel the sub ject of this sketch ; Elizabeth, deceased, was the wife of John Stoak : Martha, whose first husband was James Parker and her second, S. F. Briggs ; Emily S., deceased, was the wife of Andrew Haley ; Thomas B., of Wellsville; Susan, married Albert Maple, of Oil City, Pa.; Isabel, married David Nicholson, of Iowa ; and Mary B. and Sarah Jane, both deceased. Samuel Stevenson was ten years old when his parents moved to Wellsville and here he attended school until he was 15 years of age. He then entered the machine shop of Philip F. Geisse to learn the trade of machinist and served an apprenticeship of five years, thereafter working as a journeyman until he was of age. About this time he secured a position as assistant engineer on a river steamer and within six months was pro- 618 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY moted to the position of second engineer. It was not long before he successfully passed the examination for first engineer and he served in that capacity until 1862, a period of 20 years. It was in the above mentioned year that his former employer testified to the high appreciation in which he held his former apprentice by offering him a foremanship and superintendency of his shop, and Mr. Stevenson held the position until 1866, when he bought the business from Mr. Geisse and went into partnership with his brother, Thomas B., under the firm name of S. & T. B. Stevenson. A short time later Alexander Denham was received into the firm and the name then became the Stevenson Company. In the course of time Mr. Stevenson, our subject, became sole owner for a time, and then Mr. Denham reentered the business and this partnership continued until 1888 when he bought Mr. Denham's interests. In 1900 the business was incorporated and Mr. Stevenson became president of the company. He died Aug. 1. 1911, and is buried in Spring Hill cemetery, Wellsville. On May 6, 1852, Mr. Stevenson was married to Mary Lucretia Starr, the daughter of Thomas and Susan (Ramsey) Starr, of Wellsville. They had four children, of whom Charles is the only survivor. He was born. Aug. 21, 1857, and was always identified with his father's business. Charles Stevenson married Annie Askew of Wheeling, W. Va., and they had two children, Erla and Mary. Charles Stevenson was president of the Stevenson Company from 1911 until his death, Sept. 5, 1917. Mary Lucretia (Starr) Stevenson died in 1860, and on Oct. 1, 1863, Samuel Stevenson was married to Mary A. Ramsey, the daughter of John and Keziah (Hamilton) Ramsey. .To this marriage were born ten children as follows: John C., killed in the Scioto disaster, July 4, 1885 ; Mary E., married Ross S. McKinn ; William G., mention of whom is made below ; Lulu, married Thomas Rogers, of Ohio ; Susan, married Ralph Sweetser, lives at Columbus, Ohio ; Nancy Myers, lives in Wellsville ; Jane, the wife of Dr. G. W. McMillan, resides in Wellsville ; Irene, married Leonard Aughinbaugh, Wellsville ; Helen H. ; and Lena married T. A. Hibbins and resides in Wellsville. Mary A. (Ramsey) Stevenson died Feb. 24, 1894, and is buried in Wellsville. William G. Stevenson was identified with the Stevenson Company during his life and served as president until his death in August, 1924. He is buried in Pittsburgh, where his widow resides. Thomas A. Hibbins was elected president of the company in 1925. HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 619 Samuel Stevenson was one of the organizers of the Peoples National Bank of Wellsville. He was a Republican and frequently served in public office. He was one of the original trustees of the waterworks. Mr. Stevenson and his family have always been identified with the United Presbyterian Church. John O. Davis, one of East Liverpool's popular young business men, is a native of Pennsylvania. He was born at Hookstown, July 29, 1890, and is the son of William Zane and Mary Elizabeth (Johnson) Davis. William Zane Davis, deceased, was born at Frankfort, W. Va. He attended Scio College, where he studied pharmacy. Later he was interested in the oil business in West Virginia. He died in January, 1915, and is buried at Georgetown, Pa. His widow, a native of Hookstown, Pa., lives in East Liverpool. Nine children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Davis, as follows : Thomas, died in 1905; Cora, died in 1913, was the wife of James Bond, who lives in Michigan ; William Zane, lives at Freedom, Pa. ; Joseph, died in 1919 ; Bertha, deceased ; John 0., the subject of this sketch ; Harry, lives at Freedom, Pa. ; James, lives in East Liverpool, is a World War veteran, having served with the 331st Field Artillery ; and Mary, deceased. John O. Davis was educated in the public schools of East Liverpool, and when a young man learned the potter's trade in the employ of the Knowles Taylor & Knowles Pottery Company. He remained with this concern until 1923, when he purchased his present business, which is known as the Man 0' War Billiard Parlors. Mr. Davis' place of business is well conducted and widely patronized. He also carries a fine line of cigars, candies and refreshments. On Oct. 28, 1910, Mr. Davis was married to Miss Bethel Reynolds, of East Liverpool, the daughter of Robert S. and Priscilla (De Long) Reynolds. Mr. Reynolds is a well known building contractor of East Liverpool. To Mr. and Mrs. Davis three children have been born: Roland, born July 1, 1912, attends East Liverpool High School ; Helen, born Dec. 28, 1914 ; and Ruby, born Nov. 11, 1918. Mr. Davis is a Republican and a member of the First Baptist Church and the Loyal Order of Moose. 620 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY Dr. D. H. Beaumont, of Wellsville, is among the prominent young physicians and surgeons of Columbiana County, and a member of a family that for four generations has been widely known in the medical profession. He was born at New Cumberland, W. Va., Aug. 2, 1895, and is the son of Dr. Frank P. and Margaret (Joseph) Beaumont. Dr. Frank P. Beaumont is a leading physician of New Cumberland, W. Va., where he has engaged in practice for many years. He is the son of Dr. Godfrey Beaumont, and the grandson of Dr. William Beaumont. To Dr. and Mrs. Frank P. Beaumont were born five children, as follows : Helen, a teacher, lives at home ; D. H., the subject of this sketch ; Dr. Frank, a dentist at Cambridge, Ohio ; Godfrey, was graduated from high school in 1925 ; and Dana, died in infancy. Dr. D. H. Beaumont attended the public schools of Lexington, Va., Washington-Lee College, and Jefferson Medical College, Philadelphia, from which he received his degree of Doctor of Medicine in 1920. For a short time he engaged in practice with his father, then spent some time in Michigan, and in December, 1923, established his practice at Wellsville, with offices in the Liberty Theatre Building. In October, 1923, Dr. Beaumont was married to Miss Esther Furrer, who was born at East Liverpool, Sept. 13, 1901, the daughter of Fred and Minnie (Brown) Furrer, residents of East Liverpool, and the parents of three children : Mrs. Beaumont ; Freda, a teacher, lives at East Liverpool ; and Wayne, who was graduated from high school in 1925. Dr. Beaumont is a Republican, a member of the Presbyterian Church and belongs to the Masonic Lodge, The American Medical Association, The Ohio State Medical Association and the Columbiana County Medical Society. Dr. A. D. Weinsweig, a successful dentist of Wellsville and veteran of the World War, was born in Philadelphia, Jan. 4, 1892, and is the son of David and Ada (Altman) Weinsweig. David Weinsweig is a prosperous merchant of Wellsville, where he is a dealer in men's furnishings. He and his wife were born in Russia and in 1900 came to Columbiana County from Philadelphia, where they had resided for a number of years. Before locating in Wellsville they lived in East Liverpool. Mr. and Mrs. Weinsweig have two children: A. D., the HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 621 subject of this sketch ; and Dorothy, married Lee Lavin, who is engaged in the wholesale produce business at Canton, Ohio. After completing his early education in the public schools of East Liverpool, Dr. A. A. Weinsweig entered Ohio State University. He received his degree as Doctor of Dentistry in 1919 at Pittsburgh University, and spent the following year in that city. Since 1920 he has been located at Wellsville, where he has already built up a spendid practice. On June 24, 1922, Dr. Weinsweig was married to Miss Ellen May King, who was born in Wheeling, W. Va., June 26, 1895, the daughter of Henry and Theresa (Ragasse) King, natives of Germany and France, respectively. Dr. and Mrs. Weinsweig have a daughter, Allene, born Aug. 11, 1924. Dr. Weinsweig is a World War veteran, having served in the Dental Corps in Pittsburgh. He is a Republican and belongs to the Elks Lodge. Bernard S. Purinton is a representative business man of Wellsville, where he is engaged in the manufacture of pottery. He was born at East Liverpool, May 13, 1889, and is the son of John and Mamie L. (Walper) Purinton. John Purinton, secretary of the Potters Savings & Loan Company of East Liverpool is a highly esteemed citizen of Columbiana County. He was born at Warsaw, Ill., and his wife is a native of East Liverpool. In 1875 Mr. Purinton came to East Liverpool and since 1889 has been identified with the above named company. He is a Republican and has served as state senator. He is identified with the Masonic Lodge and holds membership in the Presbyterian Church. Mr. and Mrs. Purinton have three children : Bernard S., the subject of this sketch ; A. C., assistant secretary, Potters Savings & Loan Company, East Liverpool ; and Marian, married L. D. Demond, lives in St. Clair Township, Columbiana County. Bernard S. Purinton received his education in the East Liverpool public schools and attended Ohio State University. Mr. Purinton engaged in the pattery business at Wellsville in 1912 and is now treasurer of what is known as the East Liverpool Potteries of Wellsville. In 1917 Mr. Purinton was married to Miss Dorothy Blair, who was born at Mt. Vernon, Ohio, in 1897, the daughter of Dr. H. W. and Anna (Hagaman) Blair. Dr. Blair is a prominent physician at Mt. Vernon, has 622 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY served as city and county health officer and is a veteran of the World War, having held the rank of captain in the Medical Corps. Dr. and Mrs. Blair have four children: Mrs. Purinton; Howard, a World War veteran, is athletic director in the public schools at Akron, Ohio ; Esther, married Charles Nehr, superintendent of schools at Mt. Vernon, Ohio ; and William, a student. Mr. and Mrs. Puriton have two sons: John J., and Harry W. Mr. Purinton is a Republican, a member of the Presbyterian Church and belongs to the Masonic Lodge. He is a man of industry and ability who is making a success of his work. C. J. Kraus, who has the agency for the Nash and Chevrolet automobiles at Wellsville, ranks among the successful business men of Columbiana County. He was born at Ravenna, Portage County, Ohio, March 19, 1883, and is the son of Jacob and Barbara (Kline) Kraus. Jacob Kraus, a native of Germany, came to this country when a young man and settled at Ravenna, Ohio. In 1889 he removed to Wellsville, where he was a resident until his death in 1911. His wife died the following year. Mr. Kraus followed farming and later was employed by the Pennsylvania Railroad for a number of years as a stationary engineer. He enlisted during the Civil War but was not called into active service. To Mr. and Mrs. Kraus four children were born: Mary, married O. O. Pearch, lives at Wellsville ; Elizabeth, married C. P. Horrigan, lives at Chester, W. Va. ; Ida, married George A. Patterson, lives at Wellsville ; and C. J., the subject of this sketch. C. J. Kraus was reared and educated at Wellsville and for 22 years was employed by the Pennsylvania Railroad as a machinist. For a number of years he was foreman of the company's local machine shops. In 1922 he engaged in the automobile business and has one of the most up to date garages in this section of the county. He carries a complete line of automobile accessories and does general repair work. On Aug. 21, 1903, Mr. Kraus was united in marriage with Miss Lucy Todd who was born in Columbiana County in 1884, the daughter of Vance R. and Alice (Davis) Todd, natives of Columbiana County. Mr. Todd was an extensive farmer and died Feb. 15, 1906. His wife resides at Wellsville. They had six children, as follows: Cora, married F. M. John- HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 623 son, lives at Alliance, Ohio ; Mrs. Kraus ; Rebecca, married George H. Mooney, lives at Wheeling, W. Va. ; William, lives at Cleveland; Herman, lives at Wellsville ; and Martha, married Frank W. Marcey, lives at Wellsville. To Mr. and Mrs. Kraus have been born three children: Thelma, born Aug. 23, 1894, died at the age of six months ; Charles, born June 15, 1906, a student at Ohio Northern University ; and Alice Marie, born in June, 1920. Mr. Kraus is a member of the Catholic Church and belongs to 'the Elks Lodge, Knights of Columbus and Kiwanis Club. He is a capable and progressive man and an enterprising citizen. Dr. E. F. Swift, a widely known physician and surgeon of Wellsville, was born at Somerset, Mass., Jan. 29, 1877, and is the son of Peleg and Eunice (Lovell) Swift. Peleg Swift, deceased, was the son of Peleg Swift, who served throughout the Civil War with his five sons. He was a native of Massachusetts and for many years was identified with the Standard Nail & Iron Works as superintendent of the company's various plants. He died at Middleport, Ohio, and his wife is also deceased. He was a Republican, a member of the Grand Army of the Republic, and belonged to the Congregational Church and the Masonic Lodge. To Mr. and Mrs. Swift were born four children: Henry, died at the age of nine years ; Carrie L., deceased, was the wife of L. W. Probst ; Hattie E., married C. H. Hall, lives at Hyannis, Mass.; and Dr. E. F., the subject of this sketch. Dr. E. F. Swift received his early education in the public schools, attended Ohio State University, and received his degree as Doctor of Medicine at St. Louis (Mo.) University in 1898. He began the practice of his profession at Pomeroy, Ohio, and two years later went to Long Bottom, Ohio, where he remained for three years. He spent four years at Chester, Ohio, and in 1913 came to Wellsville, where he has established an excellent practice. Dr. Swift was married to Miss Ethel C. Crooks, of Bellevue, Ohio, born in 1884, and the daughter of B. N. and Carrie (Chipperfield) Crooks, the former a native of West Virginia and the latter of London, England. They are residents of Wellsville, where they settled in 1919. Mrs. Swift 624 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY is their only child. Doctor and Mrs. Swift have two children: Ernest Crooks, born Aug. 22, 1904, was graduated from Wellsville High School in 1923 ; and Esther Frances, born Feb. 9, 1916. Politically, Doctor Swift is identified with the Republican party. He and his family hold membership in the Methodist Church and have a wide acquaintance in Columbiana County. William Burgess, deceased, was a prominent and highly esteemed citizen of East Liverpool. He was born at Cockermouth, England, April 2, 1838, the son of John and Jane (Nicholson) Burgess. John Burgess was born in Worchestershire, England, in 1807. He was a hatter by trade and in 1849 came to this country and settled in East Liverpool, where he worked at various occupations. He later became connected with the river trade and died at New Orleans in 1857. His wife, having no means of livelihood, operated a river boat with her three sons. The trip made was between Pittsburgh and New Orleans. They carried pottery from the north down to New Orleans in exchange for products of the south, such as cotton, sugar and tobacco. William Burgess received his education in the schools of East Liverpool and at an early age became identified with the local potteries. He later engaged in the grocery business with his brother, J. H. Burgess, and after a few years formed a partnership with Henry Moore. They established a stilt factory at East Liverpool, on the banks of the river and soon after Mr. Burgess with W. E. Cunning organized the American Stilt Works at East Liverpool, which later was known as Burgess Company, and in 1900 it was transferred to Wellsville, Ohio, where it is now located and is manufacturing a large output of pottery supplies and electrical porce lava. In 1890, with his son-in-law, Mr. Burgess organized the American Bone China Works, which was later incorporated as the West End Pottery Company. It has developed into one of the leading industries of this section and is nationally known. Mr. Burgess served as president of the company until his death, Nov. 7, 1923. On March 9, 1863, Mr. Burgess was united in marriage in East Liverpool, Ohio, to Miss Adeline Pepin, a native of New Brighton, Pa., born Oct. 23, 1842, and to them three children were born : Florence A., the HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 625 widow of W. E. Cunning, a sketch of whom appears elsewhere in this history ; Ada, the wife of Edwin G. Dean, lives in East Liverpool; and William H., an attorney, lives in East Liverpool. Mrs. Burgess died Nov. 14, 1921, and with her husband is buried in Riverview Cemetery. Mr. Burgess was a charter member of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, but later in life dropped out of that lodge. He was an extensive traveler and during the last 17 years of his life spent the winters in Florida. He was a lover of race horses and was widely known for his stables of fine thoroughbreds. William Allen Aughinbaugh, widely known building contractor of Wellsville, is a member of an old and honored pioneer family of Columbiana County. He was born in this city, Sept. 10, 1874, and is the son of Henry Clayton and Rebecca Ann (Calhoun) Aughinbaugh. Henry Aughinbaugh, grandfather of the subject of this sketch, was among the earliest settlers and pioneer business men of Wellsville. When a young man he came here from Germany and engaged in the furniture and undertaking business. His factory building was located on the present site of the Home Savings & Loan Company, between Fifth and Sixth Streets. He married Hannah Patton, a native of Pennsylvania, and to them eight children were born: Charles, Allen, and Thomas, Civil War veterans, all deceased ; Henry Clayton, father of the subject of this sketch ; James, deceased ; Mary, married Robert McClelland, both deceased; and two children died in infancy. Mr. and Mrs. Aughinbaugh are buried in Spring Hill cemetery, Wellsville. Henry Clayton Aughinbaugh succeeded to his father's business and was one of the successful business men of the county. He died March, 1916. His wife, a native of Jefferson County, Ohio, resides with her son, at 1621 Commerce Street, Wellsville. Mr. and Mrs. Aughinbaugh had three children: William Allen, the subject of this sketch ; Charles H., a sketch of whom appears elsewhere in this history ; and Blanche, who died at the age of two years. William Allen Aughinbaugh was reared and educated in Wellsville. For a number of years he was connected with the pottery industry, and is now engaged in the building business with his brother. They rank among the prominent contractors of this section. (3)V2 626 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY On Dec. 15, 1895, Mr. Aughinbaugh was married to Miss Rose May Potts, who was born at Smiths Ferry, Pa., May 4, 1875, the daughter of Robert and Elda (Scott) Potts, natives of Pennsylvania and both now deceased. Mr. and Mrs. Potts were the parents of the following children : Thomas, lives at Chester, W. Va. ; Rose ; Robert, lives at Wellsville ; Jessie, married Earnest White, lives at Wellsville ; Harry and Grover, who live at Wellsville ; and William, lives at Canton, Ohio. Mr. and Mrs. Aughinbaugh had three children : Ola Blanche, born in December, 1896, married J. I. Herrin, lives at East Liverpool ; Thomas Clayton, born July 22, 1898, lives at East Liverpool, is a veteran of the World War ; and Winifred, born in 1915. Mr. Aughinbaugh is affiliated with the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. He is a member of the Presbyterian Church. Charles H. Aughinbaugh ranks among the successful business men of Wellsville and is identified with one of Columbiana County's well known pioneer families. He was born at Wellsville, June 4, 1876, and is the son of Henry Clayton and Rebecca Ann (Calhoun) Aughinbaugh. Henry Aughinbaugh, grandfather of the subject of this sketch, was among the earliest settlers and pioneer business men of Wellsville. When a young man he came here from Germany and engaged in the furniture and undertaking business. His factory building was located on the present site of the Home Savings & Loan Company, between Fifth and Sixth Streets. He married Hannah Patton, a native of Pennsylvania, and to them eight children were born : Charles, Allen, and Thomas, Civil War veterans, all deceased ; Henry Clayton, father of the subject of this sketch ; James, deceased; Mary, married Robert McClelland, both deceased; and two children died in infancy. Mr. and Mrs. Aughinbaugh are buried in Spring Hill Cemetery, Wellsville. Henry Clayton Aughinbaugh succeeded to his father's business and was one of the successful business men of the county. He died in March, 1916, and his wife, a native of Jefferson County, Ohio, now resides with her son, William Allen Aughinbaugh, at 1621 Commerce Street, Wellsville. To Mr. and Mrs. Aughinbaugh three children were born : William Allen ; Charles, the subject of this sketch ; and Blanche, who died at the age of two years. HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 627 Charles H. Aughinbaugh has always lived in Wellsville. After completing his schooling in the public schools, he learned the cabinet maker's and carpenter's trades, and since 1889 has engaged in the building business with his brother. They have had contracts for the erection of some Of the city's leading public buildings and are also successful builders of homes. in July, 1924, Mr. Aughinbaugh engaged in the confectionery business in Wellsville and this business venture has already proven as profitable as Mr. Aughinbaugh's previous undertakings. It is conducted by his son, William. On Dec. 23, 1901, Mr. Aughinbaugh was united in marriage with Miss May Seese, of Wellsville, born May 10, 1884, and the daughter of John Seese, an early settler of Columbiana County. She has the following brothers and sisters : Harry, engaged in the grocery business at Wellsville ; Nettie, lives in Pennsylvania Jennie, married William Wilson, lives in California ; and Al, deceased. Mr. and Mrs. Aughinbaugh's son, William, was born May 14, 1904. Mr. Aughinbaugh is a Republican and he and his family hold membership in the Second Presbyterian Church. They have a wide acquaintance in Wellsville and Columbiana County and are highly esteemed. Philip H. White is one of the successful business men of Wellsville, where he is engaged in the general hardware business. He was born at Zanesville, Ohio, June 10, 1854, and is the son of Henry and Mary (Isleib) White. Henry White was a native of Westphalia, Germany, where he learned the trade of blacksmith, which he followed after settling at Paterson, N. J. After his marriage there he removed to Zanesville, Ohio, and in 1873 went to Edgar County, Ill., where he farmed until his death, Feb. 1, 1892. He was a Mason and belonged to the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. His wife. also a native of Germany, died in November, 1882. They are buried in Illinois. To Mr. and Mrs. White were born four children: Philip H., the subject of this sketch ; Henry, deceased; Charles, lives on the old homestead in Illinois ; and George W., lives at Wellsville. Philip H. White was educated in the schools of Zanesville and learned the trade of tinner and coppersmith in the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad 628 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY shops. He was 18 years old when he came to Wellsville and entered the shops of the Cleveland and Pittsburgh Railroad, where he was employed 10 years, leaving in 1882, in order to engage in business for himself. He first opened a tin shop in the west end of Wellsville and the venture proved successful from the start. From time to time the business was expanded until it has become one of the leading houses in its line in Columbiana County. Since 1897 Mr. White has been a director of the Perpetual Savings & Loan Company. On Dec. 28, 1876, Mr. White was married to Miss Margaret D. Smith, who was born in Yellow Creek Township, Columbiana County, Aug. 25, 1857, the daughter of William and Isabel Smith, the former a native of Scotland and the latter of Columbiana County. There were four children in the Smith family: John S., Duncan W., and William L., all deceased ; and Mrs. White. To Mr. and Mrs. White were born two children: George F., born in June, 1881, lives in Cleveland, where he is connected with the Pennsylvania Railway Company ; and Mary S., born in January, 1888, lives at home. A grandson, Philip D. White was born in January, 1904. He is a student at Western Reserve university, Cleveland. Politically Mr. White is identified with the Republican party, and he has served as a member of the school board for a number of years. He holds membership in the Second Presbyterian church and belongs to the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. He is an energetic and capable business man and an excellent citizen of Columbiana County. George G. Fassett is a well known and substantial citizen of Wellsville, where he was born May 16, 1870. He is the son of the late Stephen and Hannah (Stevenson) Fassett. The Fassett family were early settlers of Wellsville having migrated here from Vermont. There were four children born to Mr. and Mrs. Fassett: Sarah J., married Orville St. Clair, both deceased ; James, deceased ; Joseph E., deceased ; and George, the subject of this sketch. George G. Fassett has spent his entire life in Wellsville. He was educated in the public schools and then engaged in business with his brother, Joseph E., who was the founder of the Fassett Boiler Works. After the latter's death, Mr. Fassett succeeded to the business, which has HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 629 developed into one of the leading business enterprises of the county. The growth of the business has warranted the erection of an addition to this modern factory building. Mr. Fassett was married to Miss Mary Kinsey, of Carroll County, Ohio, the daughter of Thomas J. Kinsey. They have no children. Mr. Fassett is a member of the First Presbyterian Church and belongs to the Elks Lodge. He is a Republican. J. H. Fults, the able and highly esteemed chief of police of Wellsville, was born at O. K. Landing, Meigs County, Ohio, Oct. 25, 1887, and is the son of John Hamilton and Sarah (Canter) Fults. John Hamilton Fults, deceased, was a native of Meigs County, Ohio, and a son of Jacob Fults, one of the pioneer business men and early hotel owners of Middleport, Ohio. In early life John Hamilton Fults engaged in general farming and stock raising and later was a merchant in Jackson County, W. Va. He also owned boats on the Ohio River, which were operated between Pittsburgh, Pa., and Point Pleasant, W. Va. Mr. Fults was totally blind for 37 years before his death, which occurred in May, 1913. However, he was actively engaged in his business throughout this entire period. His wife, a native of Jackson County, W. Va., died in 1908, and they are buried at Mt. Alta, W. Va. Mr. Fults was a Democrat and a member of the Baptist Church. There were four children in the Fults family : Laura, married Hiram Donahue, both deceased ; William, lives at Wellsville, where he is employed by the Pennsylvania Railroad ; Nettie, married William Bennett, both deceased ; and J. H., the subject of this sketch. J. H. Fults received his education in the schools of Mt. Alta, and Parkersburg, W. Va. He began life as a merchant at Mt. Alta, W. Va., in 1904. For several years he was associated in business with his brother at Schoolhouse, W. Va., and later at Millwood, W. Va. In 1915 he began operating an amusement boat on the Ohio River, at a cost of $34,000. It was among the most complete pleasure boats on the river at that time, and had a seating capacity of 1200, and a 24-piece band. This boat, known as "Sunny South", was lost in 1918. The boat carried no insurance and was a total loss. Mr. Fults then became interested in the towing of coal 630 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY from Fairmount, W. Va., to Pittsburgh, and in 1919 secured a pilot and captain license. The following year he came to Columbiana County and engaged in the restaurant business at Wellsville. Later he became a member of the local police force and in 1921 was appointed chief of police by Mayor George Ingraham. During the past two years of his administration, Mr. Fults has apprehended over 1100 law violators, among them being Walter Wright, a murderer from Steubenville, Ohio, who was captured by Mr. Fults at St. Clairsville, Ohio. In the accomplishment of this deed he received a reward of $1500. On Dec. 10, 1906, Mr. Fults was united in marriage with Miss Anna S. Kinzel, who was born in Mason County, W. Va., July 8, 1887, the daughter of Gotleib and Nancy (Yoager) Kinzel, residents of that county and the parents of the following children: Lena, married Fred Workman, lives at Wellsville ; Leonard, a World War veteran, lives at Wellsville; Mildred, married Fred Beckwith, lives at Parkersburg, W. Va.; Mrs. Fults ; Myrtle, married William Green, lives in Detroit, Mich. ; Alma, married Harry Leonard, lives in Detroit ; and Waldo, lives at New Cumberland, W. Va. Mr. and Mrs. Kinzel are residents of Chester, Pa., where he is extensively engaged in the milling business. He is a Republican and a member of the Christian Church. To Mr. and Mrs. Fults have been born four children: John Clifford, born at Mt. Alta, W. Va., Sept. 16, 1907 ; Buena Vista, born at Millwood, W. Va., Oct. 24, 1916 ; Darrell, born at Parkersburg, W. Va., March 5, 1918 ; and Anna Pride, born at Wellsville, Ohio, Nov. 22, 1921. Mr. Fults is a Democrat, a member of the Church of Christ, and is affiliated with the Knights of Pythias, Eagles, and Loyal Order of Moose. He is highly esteemed throughout Columbiana County and has filled his position in a very capable manner. O. H. Russell, a progressive and enterprising business man of Wellsville, is one of the well known and substantial citizens of Columbiana County. He was born in Pennsylvania, Feb. 1, 1878, and is the son of John M. and Ella S. (Sharp) Russell. John M. Russell, deceased, was a native of Ohio, and among the prominent pioneer merchants of Wellsville, where in 1886 he established the J. HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 631 M. Russell Company, dealers in men's furnishings. He died Dec. 15, 1915, and is buried in Spring Hill Cemetery, Wellsville. His wife, also a native of Pennsylvania, lives at Bellaire, Ohio. Mr. and Mrs. Russell had nine children, as follows : Ada B., married Charles Schelly, lives at Bellaire, Ohio ; Arthur, deceased ; 0. H., the subject of this sketch ; Minnie, died in infancy ; Dr. Murch, a physician, lives in Portland, Ore.; Alta, the widow of Andrew Shields, lives at Bellaire ; Gertrude, married M. R. Arnold, lives at Lamberton, Minn.; John M., lives at Portland, Ore. ; and Ralph, a professor of music, now studying in Europe. O. H. Russell was reared and educated in Wellsville, and in 1905 became associated in business with his father. He succeeded to the business in 1915 in which he has been very successful. Mr. Russell owns one of the finest dairy farms in Yellow Creek Township, where he resides. He specializes in the breeding of pure bred Guernsey cattle. In 1905 Mr. Russell was married to Miss Naomi Shontz, who was born in Leetonia, Ohio, in 1879, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jonathan Shontz. Mr. Shontz died in 1920 and his wife died in 1891. Mr. and Mrs. Russell have five children: Frederick, born in May, 1907 ; Roland, born in 1909 ; Dwight, born in 1912 ; Ralph, born in 1914 ; and Dorothy, born in 1918. Mr. and Mrs. Russell are members of the Second Presbyterian Church and have a wide acquaintance in the community. Frank A. Saltsman, assistant postmaster of Wellsville, is well and favorably known throughout Columbiana County. He was born in Jefferson County, Ohio, Feb. 23. 1878, and is the son of Isaac and Hannah (Lawrence) Saltsman. Isaac Saltsman, deceased, was a native of Jefferson County, Ohio, as was his wife. He was a farmer and extensively engaged in stock raising. He died April 15, 1915, and his wife died Dec. 4, 1898. Mr. and Mrs. Saltsman had 13 children, of whom Frank A., the subject of this sketch, was the youngest. Frank A. Saltsman received his education in the public schools and graduated from Scio College, and later attended Mt. Union College. He began teaching school when 17 years of age and spent ten years following 632 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY that profession. He came to Wellsville in 1905 and after taking the civil service examination was engaged as a letter carrier. He has served as assistant postmaster since Dec. 1, 1915. On Nov. 26, 1908, Mr. Saltsman was united in marriage with Miss Lulu M. Culp, who was born in Knox Township, Jefferson County, the daughter of John L. and Amanda (Connell) Culp. Mr. Culp, a Civil War veteran, lives retired with Mr. and Mrs. Saltsman. His wife died Jan. 17, 1923, and is buried in Wellsville. Mr. and Mrs. Saltsman have no children. In politics Mr. Saltsman is identified with the Democratic party. He is a member of the Methodist Church and is affiliated with the Masonic Lodge, of which he is secretary, and is also a member of the Knights of Pythias. He is an industrious and capable man, and has the esteem of his fellow citizens throughout the county. Daniel M. Cronin, president of the Standard Pottery Company, East Liverpool, is one of Columbiana County's most prominent and successful young business men. He was born in East Liverpool, April 17, 1889, and is the son of Cornelius and Anna (Stephens) Cronin. Cornelius Cronin, deceased, ranked among the foremost citizens of East Liverpool during his life time. He was born in County Cork, Ireland, Dec. 13, 1861, the son of John and Johanna (Hickey) Cronin. In 1863 the Cronin family came to this country and settled in East Liverpool. Cornelius Cronin attended the public schools and at the age of 12 years went to work in a local pottery. He worked his way up through every branch of the business, gaining a practical knowledge without which it would have been impossible to have achieved the position he reached. In 1882 he became a stockholder in the Potters Co-Operative Company and was with that concern until 1890, when he was largely instrumental in organizing the Standard Pottery Company. He served as secretary and treasurer of this concern until his death in 1920. He was also one of the founders of the National Drawn Steel Company of East Liverpool and until his death served as its president. He organized the Salem China Company of Salem, Ohio, of which he served as president and treasurer, and for many years he served as a director of the Citizens National Bank HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 633 of East Liverpool. Anna (Stephens) Cronin was born in East Liverpool, March 10, 1863, the daughter of Jacob Mathias and Mary (Myers) Stephens. She resides in East Liverpool. Mr. and Mrs. Cronin were the parents of six children, as follows: John, died in infancy; Daniel M., the subject of this sketch ; Dr. John S., a graduate of the Medical School of Georgetown University, engaged in the practice of his profession in Cleveland, served during the World War as a senior lieutenant in the navy ; William Kress, a graduate of Ohio State University, treasurer and manager of the Standard Pottery Company ; Neil E., attended Western Reserve University and was graduated from the University of Pennsylvania, is identified with the National Drawn Steel Company, East Liverpool; and Harold J., lives at home. Daniel M. Cronin was reared and educated in East Liverpool and began his business career in the employ of the Citizens National Bank. Four years later he became connected with the Standard Pottery Company as a bookkeeper and in 1912 was made secretary. In 1925 he was elected president. The officers of the Standard Pottery Company are : Daniel M. Cronin, president ; Anna M. Cronin, vice president ; and William Kress Cronin, treasurer and general manager. It is a six kiln plant, with four decorating kilns in addition, and specializes in the manufacture of porcelain table ware. Approximately 150 men are employed by this company. Mr. Cronin was married to Miss Ila Marshall, the daughter of Dr. R. J. Marshall, of East Liverpool, a sketch of whom appears elsewhere in this history. Mr. Cronin is a Republican, a member of the Catholic Church, and is affiliated with the Knights of Columbus and Elks Lodge. He is a member of the East Liverpool Country Club. Harry Kountz is a reliable citizen of Wellsville and a member of one of Columbiana County's pioneer families. He was born in this city, Oct. 25, 1877, and is the son of Jacob G. and Mary (Fraiser) Kountz. Jacob G. Kountz, deceased, was a native of Wellsville and the son of Jacob Kountz. In 1870 he engaged in the meat business in Wellsville and this business, now conducted by his sons, is known as Kountz Broth- 634 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY ers. Mr. Kountz died Nov. 7, 1918, and his wife, also a native of Columbiana County, died April 17, 1885. They were the parents of six children, as follows: Nina, died at the age of four years ; Nettie, the widow of Herbert Starrett, lives at Wheeling, W. Va.; Clarence, lives at Wellsville; Harry, the subject of this sketch ; Mamie, married James Lindsey, lives retired in Florida and Charles, lives in Wellsville. Harry Kountz has spent his entire life in Wellsville. After completing his schooling in the public schools he engaged in business with his father. In 1918, with his brothers, he succeeded to the business. They have been very successful and are among the leading merchants of the city. On May 14, 1902, Mr. Kountz was married to Miss Martha McMillan, who was born at Fredericktown, Pa., Feb. 22, 1876, the daughter of Lorenzo and Louisa (Laughlin) McMillan, natives of Beaver County, Pa. Mr. McMillan, a veteran of the Civil War, died in December, 1918. His wife lives in East Liverpool. They had six children: Lizzie, married Arthur Cooper, lives in East Liverpool ; Lulu, married George Rowe, lives in East Liverpool; James, deceased ; Mrs. Kountz ; Ollie and Edward, both deceased. Mr. and Mrs. Kountz have no children. Mr. Kountz is identified with the Presbyterian Church and the Masonic Lodge. He is a Republican. L. G. Aughinbaugh, a representative business man and highly esteemed citizen of Wellsville, is a member of one of Columbiana County's early families. He was born at Urichsville, Ohio, Nov. 9, 1876, and is the son of James and Jessie (Hamilton) Aughinbaugh. James Aughinbaugh, deceased, was a native of Wellsville and the son of Henry and Hannah (Patton) Aughinbaugh. Henry Aughinbaugh was among the earliest settlers and pioneer business men of Wellsville. When a young man he engaged in the furniture and undertaking business. His factory building was located on the present site of the Home Savings & Loan Company at Wellsville. James, his son, removed to Urichsville, Ohio, when a young man, and later to Steubenville. He was an engineer on the Pennsylvania Railroad. He died Sept. 14, 1896, and is buried in Spring Hill Cemetery, Wellsville. His wife resides in Wellsville. L. G., the subject of this sketch, was their only child. HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 635 After completing his schooling, L. G. Aughinbaugh learned telegraphy and spent two years in the employ of the Pennsylvania Railroad. For 19 years he was connected with the American Sheet & Tin Plate Company and in 1917 became identified with The Stevenson Company as assistant manager. He was appointed general manager of the company in March, 1925. On Sept. 14, 1904, Mr. Aughinbaugh was united in marriage with Miss Elizabeth Irene Stevenson, who was born in Wellsville, Nov. 11, 1878, the daughter of Samuel and Mary A. (Ramsey) Stevenson, a sketch of whom appears in this volume. Mr. and Mrs. Aughinbaugh have no children. Mr. Aughinbaugh is identified with the Republican Party in politics, holds membership in the United Presbyterian Church. He has always been a progressive citizen with high ideals of civic pride, and stands high in the community. David S. Brookman, retired, is a highly respected and well known citizen of Wellsville, where for 33 years he was identified with the local branch of the American Sheet & Tin Plate Company. He was born at Oneida, Carroll County, Ohio, July 15, 1851, the son of David and Sarah Ann (Cross) Brookman. David Brookman was born in western Pennsylvania and at an early date removed to Geauga County, Ohio. Prior to the birth of David S., he removed to Carroll County, where he worked at his trade as cabinet maker. During his early life he was a Whig. He married Sarah Ann Cross, the daughter of John Cross, an old resident of Carroll County, and David S. was their only child. Mr. Brookman died Aug. 22, 1851, and his wife died Dec. 4, 1911. By his first marriage Mr. Brookman had a daughter, Adelia, who married Frank Clark, and they are both deceased. David S. Brookman was reared at Malvern, Carroll County, and spent the first years of his business life as a clerk in a hardware store at Wellsville, where he located in 1872. He left the hardware business in order to enter the employ of the Wellsville Plate & Sheet Iron Company, which was an enterprise of local importance prior to its being merged with the American Sheet & Tin Plate Company in 1900. At that time Mr. Brookman, who had been secretary of the former company for some years, 636 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY became manager for the latter company. He served in this capacity until his retirement in 1914. For many years Mr. Brookman was president of the Peoples National Bank of Wellsville and is now serving as president of the Perpetual Savings & Loan Company. On Nov. 1, 1883, Mr. Brookman was united in marriage with Miss Elizabeth Jane Barr, who was born at Frankfort Springs, Pa., June 14, 1856, the daughter of James and Anna (Hardy) Barr, both deceased. Mr. Barr died in 1865 and his wife died Jan. 23, 1908. They had seven children as follows: Mary, died in infancy ; Mary Frances, married George Harper, both deceased ; Sarah Ellen, married George S. Carpenter, both deceased ; Rohanna, deceased, was the wife of Herman Purnhagen ; Mrs. Brookman ; Margaret H., married P. H. Bailey, both deceased ; and Adelia Kate, the widow of John Hamilton, lives at Wellsville. To Mr. and Mrs. Brookman two children were born : Horace D., born Nov. 30, 1885, was graduated from Cornell university in 1909, is vice president of the Trenle Porcelain Company, East Liverpool ; and Louise Peirce, who studied voice in New York city for several years and is a well known singer, married Arthur Stanley Taylor, a graduate of Lehigh university, and they live in Canton, Ohio. Mr. and Mrs. Brookman have four grandchildren: David T. and Janice B. Brookman ; Jane and Martha Taylor. Mr. Brookman is affiliated with the Republican party and in 1881 served as borough clerk for a period of several years before Wellsville became a city. He received an annual salary of $75. During the World war Mr. Brookman served as chairman of draft board No. 1 Columbiana County. He is a member of the. Presbyterian church and is identified with the Masonic Lodge. Mr. Brookman is a citizen who holds the high regard of the entire community. Alonzo W. Phillips, who has served as chief of the Wellsville Fire-Department for 22 years, is a prominent pioneer citizen of Columbiana County. He was born at Portsmouth, Ohio, March 20, 1856, and is a son of Alonzo W. and Nancy (Boyd) Phillips. Alonzo W. Phillips, deceased, was a native of Ohio, where he spent his entire life as a farmer. He died in 1858 and his wife died in 1919. Alonzo W., the subject of this sketch, was their only child. HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 637 Alonzo W. Phillips was educated in the schools of Pennsylvania and in 1876 enlisted in the army and served with Company F, Eighth Cavalry, being stationed in Texas, during the uprising of the Indians. He was discharged in December, 1878, and until 1881 was engaged in the restaurant business at Zelienople, Pa. He then located in Wellsville and spent 18 years in the employ of the American Sheet and Tin Plate Company as an engineer. In 1903 he was appointed chief of the fire department. On Jan. 1, 1890, Mr. Phillips was married to Miss Caroline Lintz, the daughter of Peter and Nancy (Rutter) Lintz, natives of Pennsylvania, now deceased. Mrs. Phillips was born Dec. 7, 1850, and died Dec. 4, 1921. She is buried in Spring Hill Cemetery. To Mr. and Mrs. Phillips six children were born: Harry Oliver, lives in Yellow Creek Township, Columbiana County ; Clarence and Virginia, both deceased ; Alonzo W. Jr., lives with his father ; William E. lives at Louisville, Ohio ; and Nettie, married William Leese, lives in East Liverpool. Mr. Phillips was married June 7, 1925, to Mrs. Sylvia Buchaman, a native of West Virginia. Mr. Phillips is a Republican, a member of the Methodist Church and Independent Order of Odd Fellows. He performs his duties of office faithfully and has many friends who hold him in high esteem. Patrick J. O'Farrell, a veteran of the World War, is among Wellsville's prominent young business men. He was born in East Liverpool, Feb. 20, 1897, and is the son of William and Bridget (O'Keefe) O'Farrell. William O'Farrell is a native of East Liverpool and has spent his entire life engaged in the local potteries. His wife was born in Ireland. They had two children: John, died in infancy ; and Patrick J., the subject of this sketch. Patrick J. O'Farrell attended the parochial schools of East Liverpool and was graduated from high school in 1915. He spent two years in the employ of the East Liverpool Traction Company and five years with the Pittsburgh Crucible Steel Company. At the outbreak of the World War he enlisted and was sent to Camp Taylor, Ky. He served with an ambulance unit for 11 months and was discharged at Camp Sherman, Ohio. Mr. O'Farrell was connected with the C. A. Smith Company, contractors 638 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY of East Liverpool, until 1924, when he entered the employ of the Manufacturers Light & Heat Company at East Liverpool. He is now in charge of the Company's office at Wellsville. Mr. O'Farrell is a Democrat, a member of the Catholic Church and belongs to the Knights of Columbus and Elks. C. D. Henthorne is a reliable and substantial citizen of Wellsville. He was born in Monroe County, Ohio, April 21, 1877, and is the son of William and Rachel (VanEss) Henthorne. William Henthorne, who lives retired at Wellsville, is a native of Ohio. During his active career he was extensively engaged in farming and stock raising and owned a well improved farm of 100 acres. Mr. and Mrs. Henthorne have six children : Mary, married William King, lives in Pittsburgh ; Millie Jane, married Alonzo Moore, lives at Wellsville ; John, lives in Akron, Ohio C. D., the subject of this sketch ; Martin, lives at Wellsville ; and Belle, married Frank Maubley, lives at Wellsville. C. D. Henthorne attended the public schools and began life as a railroader. He has lived in Wellsville since 1888 and until 1919 was employed by the American Sheet & Tin Plate Company. He has since engaged in the plumbing and heating business at 715 Main Street. On Dec. 25, 1904, Mr. Henthorne was united in marriage with Miss Martha Round, of Cleveland, the daughter of William and Alice Round, both deceased. Mr. and Mrs. Henthorne have a daughter, Ruth, who was graduated from Wellsville High School in 1923. Mr. Henthorne is a Republican, a member of the Christian Church, the Knights of Pythias and the Kiwanis Club. He is well and favorably known in the community in which he lives. Walter McDevitt, who is successfully engaged in the bakery business at Wellsville, is a veteran of the World War. He was born at Lisbon, Ohio, May 26, 1893, and is the son of Joseph and Edith (VanFossan) McDevitt. Joseph McDevitt is a native of Columbiana County, as is his wife. He was born near Salineville, Apr. 10, 1867, and at an early age settled at Lisbon. In Jan. 1911 he removed to Wellsville, where he was city build- HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 639 ing policeman from Jan. 1, 1912 to January 1926, when he resigned. Mr. and Mrs. Joseph McDevitt have five children: Naomi, married Earl T. Ewing, lives in Wellsville ; Walter, the subject of this sketch ; Sylvia, married William Ferguson, lives at Wellsville ; Elvie, mention of whom is made below ; and Georgia, married Earl Shoub, lives at Wellsville. Walter McDevitt grew up in Lisbon and was educated in the public schools there. He spent ten years in the employ of the American Sheet & Tin Plate Company and in February, 1921, opened his bakery at Wellsville, which is known as McDevitt Brothers Bakery. Elvie McDevitt is associated in business with him and they conduct a high grade shop and have an extensive and profitable trade. In September, 1921, Walter McDevitt was married to Miss Ruth Baker, a native of East Liverpool. Elvie McDevitt married Miss Gladys Weekly, of Wellsville, and they have a son, James, born in 1921. Elvie McDevitt is also a World War veteran and served overseas. Messrs. McDevitt are Democrats, members of the Presbyterian Church, and belong to the American Legion. They are capable young business men who are progressive and enterprising. R. A. Lloyd, a successful young business man of Wellsville, was born at Rochester, Pa., May 8, 1893, and is the son of A. J. and. Margaret E. (Otto) Lloyd. A. J. Lloyd organized The Lloyd Company, widely known paint manufacturers of Wellsville. This business was established in 1910, with its main offices located in Pittsburgh. Mr. Lloyd lives in Pittsburgh. His wife died in 1922 and is buried in that city. They were the parents of the following children : Pansey, died in 1895 ; Martha, deceased ; R. A., the subject of this sketch ; Margaret, married Raymond Durham, lives in West View, Pa. ; Mary, married Elmer McCall, lives in Pittsburgh ; Albert, engaged in the paint business ; and Donald, student, who lives with his father in Pittsburgh. R. A. Lloyd attended the public and high schools of Rochester, Pa., and at an early age engaged in business with his father. He has lived in Columbiana County since 1921 and is manager of the factory at Wellsville. The products of the Lloyd Company are widely known, their paints 640 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY being sold throughout the United States. "Tip Top" is their well known trade name. In 1913 Mr. Lloyd was united in marriage with Miss Edna Hunter, who was born in Pittsburgh, the daughter of Elmer and Alice (Carpenter) Hunter. Mr. Hunter died in 1905 and his wife lives in Pittsburgh. They had five children, as follows: Mrs. Lloyd ; May, twin sister of Mrs. Lloyd, married James Gibson, lives at Beaver, Pa.; Stanton, lives in Pittsburgh ; Herbert and Ralph, who live in Pittsburgh. To Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd have been born three children: Rowland Clifford, born in 1915 ; Edna Jean, born in 1917 ; and Richard John, born in Aug., 1924. Mr. Lloyd is a stanch Republican and holds membership in the Baptist Church. He has a wide acquaintance in Columbiana County and is making a success of his work. James C. McGough, retired, is a substantial citizen of Yellow Creek Township, and a member of one of the county's well known pioneer families. He was born in Yellow Creek Township and is the son of John and Martha (Campbell) McGough. John McGough settled in Yellow Creek Township in 1848, having removed here from Washington County, Pa., where he was born. He cleared 1561/2 acres of land and became a prosperous farmer. He died June 12, 1893, and his wife died Aug. 30, 1890. Mr. McGough was a Democrat and a member of the United Presbyterian Church. Mr. and Mrs. McGough were the parents of the following children : Robert, deceased; Mary, married Robert Vance, lives in Pennsylvania ; Jane, married Henry Herbert, both deceased ; Rebecca, deceased, was the wife of J. E. Toot, lives at Clyde, Kan.; Martha, married Samuel Connell, both deceased ; Sallie, married J. H. Hays, lives in Yellow Creek Township ; James C., the subject of this sketch ; and Millie, married John E. Mick, lives in Yellow Creek Township. James C. McGough has always lived in Yellow Creek Township. He attended the district schools and lived on the old homestead until the time of his retirement, in 1920. He has been widely known for many years as a breeder of high grade dairy cattle. Mr. McGough lives at Wellsville. HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 641 On July 25, 1901, Mr. McGough was united in marriage with Miss Mary Boyce, who was born in Yellow Creek Township, Jan. 21, 1866, the daughter of Morgan and Elizabeth (Creighton) Boyce. Both Mr. and Mrs. Boyce were natives of Columbiana County. He died in 1887 and she died in 1921. They had three children: Mrs. McGough ; James, lives on the old home place in Yellow Creek Township ; and William, lives at Wellsville. Mrs. McGough died March 19, 1920, and is buried in Spring Hill Cemetery, Wellsville. There are no children in the McGough family. Politically, Mr. McGough is a Democrat. He is a member of the Presbyterian Church and is among the representative citizens of the community in which he has spent his entire life. Charles S. Peters, a substantial business man and highly esteemed citizen of Wellsville, was born in Armstrong County, Pa., Sept. 30, 1875, and is the son of Jacob and Elizabeth (Stewart) Peters. Jacob Peters, a native of Pennsylvania, engaged in farming during his entire life and died in 1878. He was a Democrat, a member of the Presbyterian Church, and was charter member of the Masonic Lodge. His wife died Sept. 4, 1895. To Mr. and Mrs. Peters were born eight children as follows: Elvida, deceased ; Ida, lives at New Kensington, Pa. ; R. H., lives at Queenston, Pa.; J. L., lives at Morris, Pa. ; Rebecca, married H. C. Malloy, lives at New Kensington, Pa.; Ella, married H. J. Helwig, lives in New Kensington ; Anna, deceased ; and Charles S., the subject of this sketch. Charles S. Peters received his education in the public schools and began his business career as a telegraph operator in the employ of the Allegheny Railroad. In 1906 he became interested in the oil producing business in Columbiana County, and operated wells in Yellow Creek Towns-ship, which he still owns. His residence is at 724 Main Street. On Oct. 22, 1898, Mr. Peters was united in marriage with Miss Edith Harmon, who was born in Butler County, Pa., the daughter of Frank and Sarah (Foringer) Harmon, both deceased. Mr. and Mrs. Harmon were the parents of the following children: Lulu, married John Stritt, lives at Steubenville, Ohio ; Elizabeth, married Solomon Forringer, lives at Petroleum, Pa. ; Mrs. Peters ; Anna, lives at home ; Lloyd, lives in Pitts- (4)V2 642 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY burgh ; and Myrtle, married Charles Hazlett, lives at Kearns City, Pa. Mr. and Mrs. Peters have a son, Clarence, born Jan. 2, 1918. Mr. Peters is a member of the Presbyterian Church and belongs to the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. He is a Republican and has an extensive acquaintance in Columbiana County. Raymond J. Arbaugh is among the progressive and well known young business men of Wellsville. He was born in this city, Dec. 7, 1899, and is the son of S. E. and Annie (Hilbert) Arbaugh. S. E. Arbaugh came to Wellsville from Scio, Ohio, in 1898, and has since been in the employ of the American Sheet & Tin Plate Company. He is a Republican and has been a life long member of the Lutheran Church, of which he is serving as deacon. Mr. and Mrs. Arbaugh have four sons : Harold Hilbert, lives in Cleveland ; Raymond J., the subject of this sketch; Ralph A., lives in Akron, Ohio ; and Dwight L., a student. Raymond J. Arbaugh spent his boyhood in Wellsville, and was graduated from the public schools there in 1920. Two years later he entered the offices of the Pennsylvania Railroad and in January, 1923, he became identified with the Peoples National Bank as a teller. Mr. Arbaugh is a Republican, a member of the Lutheran Church, and is affiliated with the Masonic and Elk lodges. He is an ambitious young man, whose success in life is practically assured. Ralph C. Merriman, popular assistant cashier of the Peoples National Bank of Wellsville, was born at New Brighton, Pa., Dec. 5, 1898, and is the son of Harry M. and Beulah H. (Carnegie) Merriman. Harry M. Merriman, deceased, was born at Bridgewater, Pa., and at an early date removed to New Brighton, where he worked at his trade as a glass cutter. He died at Beaver, Pa., Jan. 27, 1919, and his wife died Dec. 26, 1905. Mr. Merriman was a Republican, a member of the Methodist Church, and the Masonic Lodge and Elks. Mr. and Mrs. Merriman had one son, Ralph C., the subject of this sketch. Ralph C. Merriman received his education in the public and high schools of Wellsville, where he was graduated in 1917 and attended Alle- HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 643 gheny College, Meadville, Pa. He has since been identified with the Peoples National Bank and has been serving in his present capacity as assistant cashier since 1922. Mr. Merriman volunteered for service during the World War and served with the Student Army Training Corps. He was discharged Dec. 21, 1918. Politically, Mr. Merriman is a Republican. He holds membership in the Methodist Church, the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, Knights of Pythias, Masonic and Elk lodges. He is one of Columbiana County's best known young men and is deservedly popular with his many friends and acquaintances. S. W. Connor is a prominent and highly esteemed business man of Wellsville. He was born in Wisconsin, Sept. 18, 1862, 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 the first man in this section to take up that line of work. Mr. Connor was a Democrat and a member of the Catholic Church. There were nine children in the Connor family, as follows: Catherine, died in 1923, was the wife of W. J. Maloney, lives at Niles, Ohio ; S. W., the subject of this sketch ; James S., a sketch of whom appears in this history ; Bernard and John, both deceased ; Margaret, married P. J. Suskie, lives at Wellsville ; Thomas, deceased ; and two children died in infancy. S. W. Connor attended the public schools of Wellsville and for 45 years has been successfully engaged in the transfer business with his brother, James S. Since 1924 he has been interested in real estate. On April 20, 1887, Mr. Connor was married to Miss Margaret Fennell, of Titusville, Pa., born Aug. 7, 1865, the daughter of Patrick and Catherine (Sullivan) Fennell, natives of Ireland. Mr. and Mrs. Fennell are deceased. They had six children, as follows: Mary, lives in East Liverpool ; Cathreine, the widow of Austin Thornberry, lives in Milwaukee, Wis. ; Michael, lives in East Liverpool ; Margaret, now the wife of S. W. Connor ; Agnes, the widow of Patrick McGinniss, lives at East 644 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY Liverpool ; and Hannah, the widow of Wilson Jordan, lives at Wellsville. To Mr. and Mrs. Connor the following children were born: Charles A., born Aug. 5, 1888, died July 3, 1907 ; Katherine, born June 30, 1895, died Oct. 11, 1895 ; Margaret, born July 21, 1899, the wife of George Robinson, lives in Cleveland; and Loretta, born Dec. 20, 1903, was a trained nurse at St. Elizabeth's Hospital, Youngstown, Ohio. She married Edwin Nevile and they reside in Youngstown, Ohio. Mr. Connor is a member of the Catholic Church and belongs to the Knights of Columbus. He is a man of industry and ability who has made a success of his work. John Fulton Hamilton, deceased, was one of the best known and most successful business men of Wellsville, where he spent his entire life. He was born July 23, 1867, the son of William Milton and Ellen (Patterson) Hamilton. William Milton Hamilton was a native of Ohio. He settled in Wellsville in 1859 and was successfully engaged in the drug business until his death in 1891. His wife died in 1919. Mr. Hamilton was a prominent member of the Presbyterian Church and served as Sunday School superintendent for 30 years. Three children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Hamilton : Mary E., Jennie May, and John Fulton, all deceased. John Fulton Hamilton attended the local public schools and then entered Duff's College, Pittsburgh, where he completed his business course, after which he became teller in the old First National Bank. He held this position for many years, resigning to take over the duties of the drug store which his father conducted on East Main Street. He was a well known druggist of this section for more than 30 years, and died at Wellsville, Sept. 27, 1923. He is buried in Spring Hill Cemetery. On Sept. 12, 1893, Mr. Hamilton was united in marriage with Miss Adelia Kate Barr, who was born at Frankfort Springs, Pa., the daughter of James E. and Anna H. Barr. Mr. and Mrs. Hamilton had no children. Mr. Hamilton was a Republican and a member of the First Presbyterian Church. Mrs. Hamilton lives in the family residence at 601 Riverside Avenue. Mr. Hamilton was always regarded both socially and in his business relations as a valuable citizen of Columbiana County. HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 645 Charles Warner, a highly respected and well known citizen of Wellsville, was born in Sweden, Aug. 7, 1867, and is the son of Gustave and Sophia Warner, both deceased. Charles Warner spent his boyhood in his native land and in 1888 came to the United States. He spent a few years at McKeesport, Pa., as a mechanic, later lived at Duquesne, Pa. In 1894 he returned to McKeesport, and in 1897 went to Monessen, Pa. In 1909 he went to Pittsburgh, Pa., and in 1918 went to Sharon, Pa,. where he remained until 1919. He then came to Wellsville, where he is connected with the American Sheet & Tin Plate Company as a master mechanic. He has been in the employ of this company for many years, having been transferred from the above named places from time to time. On Jan. 1, 1891, Mr. Warner was married to Miss Emma Johnson, a native of Sweden, born March 25, 1866, and the daughter of John and Johanna Johnson. To Mr. and Mrs. Warner were born three children: Carl Samuel, born Nov. 4, 1891, a master mechanic with the American Sheet & Tin Plate Company at Sharon, Pa. ; John Theodore, born Nov. 24, 1894, also in the employ of the American Sheet & Tin Plate Company at Sharon, Pa., is a World War veteran, having served overseas with Company B., 15th Regiment ; and Alma Amanda, born July 17, 1897, married Rev. William M. Diffenderfer, a minister of the St. Paul Reformed Church, Sharon, Pa. There are two grandchildren, Victor Charles and William M. Diffenderfer. Mr. Warner is a Republican and a member of the Lutheran Church. He is a dependable citizen and stands high in the community. Thomas Jefferson Forner, deceased, was a veteran of the Civil War and a prominent citizen of Wellsville. He was born at Knoxville, Jefferson County, Ohio, Nov. 2, 1845, the son of Michael and Sarah (Martin) Forner. Mr. Forner spent his boyhood at Knoxville, Ohio, and attended the public schools there. At the age of 16 years he enlisted for service in the Civil War and served with Company K, Second Ohio Volunteer Infantry from Knoxville, Ohio. He was an engineer on the Missouri River for a number of years in the employ of an uncle, Capt. Nelson. Mr. For- 646 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY ner died March 14, 1872, and is buried in Spring Hill Cemetery, Wellsville. On Sept. 20, 1871, Mr. Forner was married to Miss Sarah Naomi Malone, who was born in Wellsville, Dec. 1, 1848, the daughter of E. S. and Lydia (Martin) Malone, natives of Wellsville. Mr. Malone spent his entire life in Wellsville and was one of the first carpenter contractors of this section. He died in March, 1890, and his wife died in January, 1893. They had four children: Johnson M., deceased ; Mrs. Forner ; Emily Josephine, married John S. Smith, both deceased ; and Ada Virginia, married E. G. Whittaker, lives in Wellsville. Mrs. Forner was reared and educated in Wellsville and in 1865 began teaching school here. She followed this profession continuously until her retirement in 1921. She ranks among the highly esteemed teachers of Columbiana County and numbers among her former pupils hundreds of the county's prominent citizens. Frank L. Wells was among her students. Mrs. Forner lives retired at 945 Center Road. Thomas J. Forner was a Republican in politics, and belonged to the Independent Order of Odd Fellows and the Grand Army of the Republic. Mrs. Forner is a Democrat and holds membership in the Christian Church. She has always been one of the representative members of the community in which she has spent her entire life. George R. Pilmer, an enterprising and progressive citizen of Wellsville, in the employ of the Pennsylvania Railroad as a passenger conductor, was born in Columbiana County, Oct. 17, 1866. He is the son of James and Maggie (Little) Pilmer, the former a native of Scotland and the latter of Ohio. James Pilmer, who lives retired at Wellsville, was born in 1837. He came to this country at an early age and in 1845 settled in Columbiana County and operated a machine shop at Homeworth for many years. His wife died in 1878. To Mr. and Mrs. Pilmer the following children were born: Herbert, deceased ; Lizzie, married George Steward, both deceased ; George R., the subject of this sketch ; Edward, lives at Alliance, Ohio ; John and R. C., both deceased ; and N. T., a farmer, lives in Columbiana County. HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 647 George R. Pilmer attended the district schools of Columbiana County and when a young man went to Idaho for several years. In 1890 he entered the employ of the Pennsylvania Railroad, and served as a brakeman until 1899, at which time he was promoted to freight conductor. Since 1906 he has been a passenger conductor. Mr. Pilmer was married Nov. 28, 1893, to Miss Iza Thomas, a native of Ohio, born Feb. 5, 1875, and the daughter of Edward and Louise (McMillan) Thomas, both deceased. Mr. Thomas died in 1889 and his wife died in 1891. Mrs. Pilmer was their only child. To Mr. and Mrs. Pilmer were born five children, as follows: Lucy, married Fred Paisley, lives in Wellsville ; James L., lives at 1732 Maple Avenue, Wellsville; Wilma, married Clyde L. Taylor, lives in Wellsville ; Margaret, married Edward M. Dolling, lives at Brunswick, N. J.; and Edna, lives at home, and is employed in the Peoples National Bank. Mr. Pilmer is identified with the Democratic Party in politics and is a member of the Presbyterian Church. He and his family are favorably known in Columbiana County and have many friends. Samuel B. Larkins is among the enterprising and successful business men of Salineville, where he is secretary of the National China Company. He was born in East Liverpool, in November, 1875, and is the son of Joseph and Mary (Miller) Larkins. The Larkins family is among the honored pioneer families of Columbiana County, having settled in East Liverpool during the early days. Joseph Larkins was born in Pittsburgh. He engaged in the pottery business at Newell, W. Va., for several years and later settled in East Liverpool, where he engaged in business with his brother, Curtis Larkins. They operated a large coal depot as representatives of a Pittsburgh coal company, and later were interested in the pottery industry. Mr. and Mrs. Larkins are deceased. They were the parents of four children: Harry, lives at Salineville ; Samuel B., the subject of this sketch ; Frederick, lives in East Liverpool ; and Minnie, lives at Canton, Ohio. Samuel B. Larkins grew up in East Liverpool and attended A public schools. He was interested in the shoe business for 12 years in partnership with J. R. Warner, East Liverpool, and in 1899 engaged in the pot- 648 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY tery business. Mr. Larkins was one of the organizers of the National China Company of East Liverpool, which was removed to Salineville in 1910. The officers of the National China Company are: Thomas H. Fisher, president ; S. C. Williams, vice president ; D. 0. Webb, second vice president ; George P. Williams, treasurer ; Mr. Larkins, secretary ; and Frank P. Judge, Jr., assistant secretary. In 1914 Mr. Larkins was united in marriage with Miss Beulah Smith, of Akron, Ohio, the daughter of Arthur C. and Lulu (Bechtel) Smith, residents of East Liverpool. Mr. and Mrs. Larkins have no children. Mr. Larkins is a staunch Republican and a member of the Presbyterian Church. He is president of the Kiwanis Club of Salineville and is one of the progressive and public spirited men of Columbiana County. William L. Lowary, of Wellsville, is widely known throughout Columbiana County as a reliable business man. He was born at New Cumberland, W. Va., Oct. 15, 1868, and is the son of Daniel V. and Catherine (Evans) Lowary. Daniel V. Lowary served throughout the Civil War with the 29th Ohio Volunteer Infantry. He was born in Florence, Pennsylvania, Dec. 21, 1845 and lived for a number of years in West Virginia, and in 1871 brought his family to Wellsville. He was employed by the Pennsylvania Railroad for 40 years and died May 19, 1912. His wife was born in Hancock County, W. Va., July 21, 1847, and died Nov. 21, 1921, and they are buried in Spring Hill Cemetery, Wellsville. Mr. and Mrs. Lowary were the parents of nine children : William L., the subject of this sketch; Lulu, married John Malone, lives at Wellsville ; John M. and Laura H., both deceased; Frances M., married Walter McElroy, lives at Wellsville ; 0. H., and Frederick D., live at Wellsville ; Dessie, deceased ; and Helen Ruth, married W. C. Gray, lives at Cambridge, Pa. After completing his schooling in the public schools of Wellsville, William L. Lowary engaged in the painting and decorating business, and has conducted his present business since 1888. His brothers are associated in business with him. On Oct. 29, 1891, Mr. Lowary was united in marriage with Miss Agnes Cadman, who was born in England, June 7, 1870, the daughter of HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 649 Charles and Agnes (Pagett) Cadman, who came to this country from England in 1872. They were the parents of the following children: Mrs. Lowary ; Phoebe, married George Wells, both deceased; James, a retired merchant, lives at Toronto, Ohio; Virginia, married W. H. Walters, lives at Minerva, Ohio; Nathaniel, lives at Stratton, Ohio ; Blanche, deceased ; William, lives at Minerva, Ohio ; Gertrude and Walter, both deceased. Mr. Cadman died Aug. 19, 1900, and his wife died Feb. 10, 1911. To Mr. and Mrs. Lowary were born three children: Florence Gertrude, born Dec. 30, 1892, was married April 21, 1921, to C. D. Hall, a druggist, lives at Wellsville ; Agnes B., born Jan. 10, 1894, was married June 30, 1921, to F. T. Grafton, lives at Wellsville ; and Carl H., born Sept. 3, 1895, is a chemist in the employ of the Frederick Stearns Chemical Company, Detroit, Mich. During the World War he did government work in New York city. He was graduated from Wellsville High School in 1913 and from Ohio State University in 1917. On Aug. 29, 1917, he was married to Miss Anna Adams, who was born at Indianapolis, Ind., Nov. 25, 1896. They have a son, William Cadman Lowary, born Nov. 21, 1918. Mr. Lowary and his family are members of the Presbyterian Church, of which Mr. Lowary has served as trustee for 18 years. He served a term as safety service director of Wellsville. He is a director of the Perpetual Savings and Loan Company. He is a Republican. Nellis H. Carnahan is a substantial citizen of Wellsville and a member of one of Columbiana County's well known pioneer families. He was born at Salineville. June 24, 1888, and is the son of Samuel S. and Ida Evelyn (Pressey) Carnahan. Samuel S. Carnahan was born at Brownville, Pa., and when a small boy removed to Columbiana County with his parents. He engaged in the pottery business at East Liverpool until 1910, when he became connected with the Wellsville Post Office. He is a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church and is affiliated with the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. Mr. Carnahan was married to Miss Ida Evelyn Pressey, a native of Columbiana County and the daughter of Jeremiah and Esther Pressey, who came to this county from Maine during the early days and lived at Salineville, when the coal mines opened there. In 1849 Mr. Pressey went to